AS/NZS 5000.1 Armoured Cable
AS/NZS 5000.1 XLPE/SWA/PVC + Earth Armoured Cable is a specialized 0.6/1kV low-voltage power cable engineered for Australian and New Zealand electrical infrastructure. Fully compliant with AS/NZS 5000.1, AS/NZS 3008, and AS/NZS 1125 standards, this cable features high-purity plain annealed copper conductors, cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE X-90) insulation rated for continuous +90°C operation
What is AS/NZS 5000.1 XLPE/SWA/PVC + Earth Cable?
AS/NZS 5000.1 XLPE/SWA/PVC + Earth Cable is a premium-grade 0.6/1kV armoured multicore copper power cable manufactured specifically in accordance with Australian and New Zealand standard AS/NZS 5000.1. It incorporates active power cores alongside an integrated reduced earth conductor within a single armoured assembly, streamlining installation in three-phase power networks.
The core structure consists of stranded plain annealed copper conductors insulated with thermally stable XLPE X-90 compound, protected by a PVC bedding layer, a robust layer of galvanized Steel Wire Armour (SWA), and an exterior orange PVC 5V-90 outer jacket. The SWA layer offers outstanding physical resistance to impact, static crushing loads, and longitudinal tension, enabling safe usage across high-demand electrical mains and sub-main circuits without requiring extra external conduit wrapping.
AS/NZS 5000.1 SWA Cable Construction
- Conductor: Plain annealed copper conductor per AS/NZS 1125 (stranded configurations from 16mm² to 240mm²).
- Insulation: Cross-linked Polyethylene (XLPE X-90), engineered for a maximum continuous conductor operating temperature of +90°C.
- Integrated Earth: Includes a dedicated reduced earth conductor (e.g., 6mm² up to 95mm² depending on phase conductor cross-section).
- Bedding: Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC 5V-90) extruded compound over the assembled cores.
- Armour: Galvanized Steel Wire Armour (SWA) providing full circumferential mechanical impact protection.
- Outer Sheath: Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC 5V-90) compound.
- Core Identification: 3 Cores + Earth: Red, White, Blue, Green/Yellow; 4 Cores + Earth: Red, White, Blue, Black, Green/Yellow.
- Sheath Colour: High-visibility Orange.
Applications
AS/NZS 5000.1 XLPE/SWA/PVC + Earth cables are extensively specified for fixed electrical power installation in Australia, New Zealand, and surrounding Asia-Pacific regional projects. The integration of the earth wire within the armoured protective sheath accelerates installation time and reduces overall material footprints in complex industrial layouts.
Primary deployment scenarios include:
- Mains & Sub-Mains Supply: Primary electrical feed lines linking main switchboards to sub-distribution switchgears in commercial complexes and heavy industrial facilities.
- Direct Underground Burial: Laying directly into soil backfills for municipal utilities and infrastructure projects where high crushing resistance is required.
- Underground Ducts & Conduits: Pulling through subterranean concrete ducts or rigid conduits in industrial plants.
- Sub-Circuits in Industrial Plants: Power supply to heavy machinery, processing equipment, and outdoor switchyards where mechanical damage risk exists.
Specifications & Dimensions
This cable series covers 3 Cores + Earth and 4 Cores + Earth configurations ranging in phase cross-sectional area from 16mm² to 240mm². Minimum bending radius is 8 times the overall cable diameter for fixed installations. All conductor resistance values, three-phase voltage drops, and current ratings in air, direct burial, and underground ducts adhere strictly to AS/NZS 3008 guidelines.
| Number of Cores | Nominal Cross Sectional Area Size (mm2) | Conductor (strands / OD mm) | Nominal Insulation Thickness (mm) | Nominal Area Size Earth (mm2) | Nominal Earth Conductor Insulation Thickness (mm) | Nominal Armour Diameter (mm) | Nominal Overall Diameter (mm) | Nominal Weight (kg/km) |
| 3+E | 16 | 7/1.70 | 0.7 | 6 | 0.7 | 1.3 | 22.8 | 1285 |
| 3+E | 25 | 7/2.14 | 0.9 | 6 | 0.7 | 1.6 | 26.7 | 1845 |
| 3+E | 35 | 7/2.65 | 0.9 | 10 | 0.7 | 1.6 | 28.7 | 2315 |
| 3+E | 50 | 19/1.89 | 1.0 | 16 | 0.7 | 1.6 | 32.0 | 2935 |
| 3+E | 70 | 19/2.24 | 1.1 | 25 | 0.9 | 2.0 | 38.3 | 3880 |
| 3+E | 95 | 19/2.65 | 1.1 | 25 | 0.9 | 2.0 | 43.1 | 5250 |
| 3+E | 120 | 19/2.94 | 1.2 | 35 | 0.9 | 2.0 | 45.4 | 5765 |
| 3+E | 150 | 19/3.28 | 1.4 | 50 | 1.0 | 2.5 | 51.4 | 7560 |
| 3+E | 185 | 37/2.65 | 1.6 | 70 | 1.1 | 2.5 | 56.6 | 9220 |
| 3+E | 240 | 37/2.94 | 1.7 | 95 | 1.1 | 2.5 | 63.3 | 11740 |
| 4+E | 16 | 7/1.70 | 0.7 | 6 | 0.7 | 1.3 | 26.3 | 1725 |
| 4+E | 25 | 7/2.14 | 0.9 | 6 | 0.7 | 1.6 | 29.6 | 2335 |
| 4+E | 35 | 7/2.65 | 0.9 | 10 | 0.7 | 1.6 | 31.5 | 2605 |
| 4+E | 50 | 19/1.89 | 1.0 | 16 | 0.7 | 1.6 | 36.5 | 3860 |
| 4+E | 70 | 19/2.24 | 1.1 | 25 | 0.9 | 2.0 | 41.8 | 5135 |
| 4+E | 95 | 19/2.65 | 1.1 | 25 | 0.9 | 2.0 | 45.8 | 5900 |
| 4+E | 120 | 19/2.94 | 1.2 | 35 | 0.9 | 2.0 | 51.7 | 9090 |
| 4+E | 150 | 19/3.28 | 1.4 | 50 | 1.0 | 2.5 | 56.9 | 10410 |
| 4+E | 185 | 37/2.65 | 1.6 | 70 | 1.1 | 2.5 | 63.1 | 11600 |
| 4+E | 240 | 37/2.94 | 1.7 | 95 | 1.1 | 2.5 | 70.1 | 14700 |
Standards
Huadong Cable Group manufactures and batch-tests AS/NZS 5000.1 SWA cables to guarantee full compliance with regional electrical and regulatory frameworks:
Design & Construction Standard: AS/NZS 5000.1
Wiring Rules & Current Ratings: AS/NZS 3008
Conductor Standard: AS/NZS 1125
Voltage Rating (Uo/U): 0.6/1kV
Thermal Limits: Maximum operating temperature +90°C
Regulatory Directives: Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU, RoHS Directive 2015/65/EU, REACH EC 1907/2006
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the purpose of the integrated reduced earth conductor in AS/NZS 5000.1 cables?
A: The reduced earth conductor embedded inside the cable assembly fulfills earthing requirements directly without running a separate Earth Cable, significantly saving installation labor, time, and tray space.
Q: Can AS/NZS 5000.1 SWA cable be buried directly underground in Australian and New Zealand installations?
A: Yes, the galvanized Steel Wire Armour (SWA) provides heavy mechanical protection against ground compaction and direct physical impact, making it suitable for direct burial in accordance with local wiring standards.
Q: What is the maximum operating temperature for XLPE X-90 insulated cables?
A: XLPE X-90 insulation allows the continuous conductor operating temperature to reach up to +90°C under normal rated load conditions.
Q: What delivery timelines can Huadong Cable Group provide for international project orders?
A: Standard production and dispatch turnaround ranges between 15 to 25 working days, depending on drum customization and total order volume.
Why Choose Huadong Cable for AS/NZS 5000.1 SWA Cable?
Huadong Cable Group is a trusted international B2B manufacturer supplying certified low-voltage power cables to global engineering contractors, utilities, and electrical distributors. Our AS/NZS 5000.1 compliant cables undergo comprehensive quality assurance in accredited test facilities, arriving with complete Material Test Certificates (MTC) for total project compliance.
We provide full customization for drum lengths, heavy-duty ISPM 15 compliant export reels, and end-to-end international freight support to ensure rapid, hassle-free delivery to Australian, New Zealand, and global project sites.
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