(N)TSCGEH3S Cable for Visible Mining Trailing Applications
(N)TSCGEH3S cable is a luminescent medium-voltage trailing cable designed for the power supply of large mobile mining equipment such as shovels and draglines. In open-pit and underground mining, cable visibility is a practical safety requirement: operators, service teams and vehicle drivers must be able to identify cable routes in low-light or night operation. This cable integrates an electroluminescent element so the cable can be visible in the dark while continuing to perform as a rugged mining power cable.
The construction combines Class 5 tinned copper conductors, EPR 3GI3 insulation, semiconductive electrical field control, pilot conductors, aramid-reinforced central filler and a transparent orange PUR outer sheath. The sheath is designed to be extremely robust against abrasion and tearing, while the cable remains suitable for fully flexible operation down to -50°C. For buyers, this makes (N)TSCGEH3S cable a strong choice where movement, visibility, low-temperature operation and mechanical endurance must be solved together.
Key Features
- Luminescent safety function: The integrated electroluminescent string improves cable visibility in dark mining areas, helping reduce the risk of accidental damage or unsafe routing.
- Designed for heavy mobile equipment: Suitable for shovels, draglines and other large mobile mining machines using trailing power supply.
- Low-temperature flexibility: Supports fully flexible operation down to -50°C, useful for cold mining sites and winter operation.
- Transparent PUR outer sheath: Orange transparent PUR sheath helps reveal the luminescent element while providing abrasion and tear resistance.
- Electrical field control: Inner and outer semiconductive rubber layers provide field control for medium-voltage operation.
- Class 5 tinned copper conductors: Finely stranded tinned copper conductors support flexible handling and conductor durability.
- Aramid-reinforced core arrangement: Cores are laid around a semiconductive central filler with aramid yarns for mechanical stability.
- Oil and weather resistance: Suitable for outdoor use with resistance to oil, ozone and moisture.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | (N)TSCGEH3S cable, luminescent medium-voltage mining trailing cable |
| Voltage Classes | 3.6/6 kV and 6/10 kV |
| Reference Standard | Based on DIN VDE 0250-813 |
| Conductor | Tinned copper, finely stranded Class 5 according to IEC 60228 / DIN VDE 0295 |
| Protective Earth Conductor | Tinned copper, finely stranded Class 5 with special conductive rubber compound |
| Insulation | Rubber compound type EPR 3GI3 |
| Electrical Field Control | Inner and outer semiconductive rubber layers; cold-strippable outer layer |
| Pilot Conductor | Tinned copper, finely stranded Class 5, EPR insulation |
| Illuminating Element | Special electroluminescent string designed for high visibility and low power consumption |
| Core Arrangement | Cores laid around semiconductive central filler with aramid yarns |
| Outer Sheath | Transparent PUR compound |
| Outer Sheath Colour | Orange |
Electrical Parameters
| Rated Voltage | Max. AC Operating Voltage | Max. DC Operating Voltage | AC Test Voltage – Main Cores | Luminescent Voltage | Luminescent Frequency | Current Absorption | Light Homogeneity | Irradiation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6/6 kV | 4.2/7.2 kV | 5.4/10.8 kV | 11 kV for 5 min. | 125 V AC max. | 200 Hz max. | Approx. 15 A/km | > 95% | 360° |
| 6/10 kV | 6.9/12 kV | 9/18 kV | 17 kV for 5 min. | 125 V AC max. | 200 Hz max. | Approx. 15 A/km | > 95% | 360° |
Chemical, Thermal and Mechanical Parameters
| Flame Performance | EN 60332-1-2; IEC 60332-1-2 |
| Oil Resistance | EN 60811-404; IEC 60811-404 |
| Weather Resistance | Unrestricted outdoor use; resistant to ozone and moisture |
| Maximum Conductor Operating Temperature | 90°C |
| Maximum Short-Circuit Conductor Temperature | 250°C |
| Ambient Temperature for Fixed Installation | -50°C to +80°C |
| Ambient Temperature in Fully Flexible Operation | -50°C to +60°C |
| Maximum Tensile Load on Conductor | 25 N/mm2 |
| Minimum Bending Radius | According to DIN VDE 0298 Part 3 |
| Minimum Distance with S-Type Directional Changes | 20 x OD |
Available Sizes for 3.6/6 kV
| Cross Section | Conductor Diameter Max. | Outer Diameter Min-Max | Free Moving Bending Radius Min. | Approx. Weight | Max Tensile Force | Resistance at 20°C | Inductance | Current Capacity | Short Circuit Current |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3×35 + 2×16 + 16 | 7.5 mm | 46.2 – 49.7 mm | 746 mm | 3200 kg/km | 2625 N | 0.565 Ω/km | 0.34 mH/km | 162 A | 5.01 kA |
| 3×50 + 2×16 + 16 | 9.0 mm | 49.3 – 53.8 mm | 807 mm | 3800 kg/km | 3750 N | 0.393 Ω/km | 0.32 mH/km | 202 A | 7.15 kA |
| 3×70 + 2×25 + 16 | 10.6 mm | 54.6 – 59.1 mm | 887 mm | 4900 kg/km | 5250 N | 0.277 Ω/km | 0.30 mH/km | 250 A | 10.01 kA |
| 3×95 + 2×25 + 16 | 12.6 mm | 58.9 – 63.4 mm | 951 mm | 5750 kg/km | 7125 N | 0.210 Ω/km | 0.29 mH/km | 301 A | 13.59 kA |
| 3×120 + 2×35 + 16 | 14.8 mm | 65.5 – 70.0 mm | 1050 mm | 7250 kg/km | 9000 N | 0.164 Ω/km | 0.28 mH/km | 352 A | 17.16 kA |
| 3×150 + 2×35 + 16 | 16.0 mm | 68.8 – 72.4 mm | 1086 mm | 8350 kg/km | 11250 N | 0.132 Ω/km | 0.27 mH/km | 404 A | 21.45 kA |
| 3×185 + 2×50 + 16 | 17.7 mm | 71.7 – 76.2 mm | 1143 mm | 9850 kg/km | 13875 N | 0.108 Ω/km | 0.27 mH/km | 461 A | 26.46 kA |
| 3×240 + 2×70 + 16 | 20.3 mm | 79.1 – 83.6 mm | 1254 mm | 12500 kg/km | 18000 N | 0.0817 Ω/km | 0.26 mH/km | 540 A | 34.32 kA |
Available Sizes for 6/10 kV
| Cross Section | Conductor Diameter Max. | Outer Diameter Min-Max | Free Moving Bending Radius Min. | Approx. Weight | Max Tensile Force | Resistance at 20°C | Inductance | Current Capacity | Short Circuit Current |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3×35 + 2×16 + 16 | 7.5 mm | 51.0 – 55.5 mm | 833 mm | 3465 kg/km | 2625 N | 0.565 Ω/km | 0.35 mH/km | 162 A | 5.01 kA |
| 3×50 + 2×16 + 16 | 9.0 mm | 52.0 – 56.0 mm | 840 mm | 4280 kg/km | 3750 N | 0.393 Ω/km | 0.33 mH/km | 202 A | 7.15 kA |
| 3×70 + 2×25 + 16 | 10.6 mm | 56.3 – 60.8 mm | 912 mm | 5360 kg/km | 5250 N | 0.277 Ω/km | 0.31 mH/km | 250 A | 10.01 kA |
| 3×95 + 2×25 + 16 | 12.6 mm | 60.6 – 65.1 mm | 977 mm | 6495 kg/km | 7125 N | 0.210 Ω/km | 0.30 mH/km | 301 A | 13.59 kA |
| 3×120 + 2×35 + 16 | 14.8 mm | 67.2 – 71.7 mm | 1076 mm | 7660 kg/km | 9000 N | 0.164 Ω/km | 0.29 mH/km | 352 A | 17.16 kA |
| 3×150 + 2×35 + 16 | 16.0 mm | 69.6 – 74.1 mm | 1112 mm | 8685 kg/km | 11250 N | 0.132 Ω/km | 0.28 mH/km | 404 A | 21.45 kA |
| 3×185 + 2×50 + 16 | 17.7 mm | 73.4 – 77.9 mm | 1169 mm | 10460 kg/km | 13875 N | 0.108 Ω/km | 0.27 mH/km | 461 A | 26.46 kA |
| 3×240 + 2×70 + 16 | 20.3 mm | 80.8 – 85.3 mm | 1280 mm | 12890 kg/km | 18000 N | 0.0817 Ω/km | 0.26 mH/km | 540 A | 34.32 kA |
Applications
- Large mobile equipment power supply in mines
- Mining shovels and draglines
- Trailing cable routes where visibility in darkness is required
- Cold-climate mining operations requiring flexible cable down to -50°C
- Outdoor mining routes exposed to abrasion, tearing, ozone, moisture and oil
- Sites where visible cable routing helps protect personnel and equipment
Selection Notes for Mining Projects
When specifying (N)TSCGEH3S cable, confirm voltage class, conductor size, cable route visibility requirements, luminescent power supply design, bending radius, tensile load, operating temperature and expected abrasion. In dark mining environments, visibility is part of risk reduction, so the electroluminescent system should be reviewed together with cable routing, machine movement and site safety procedures.
Why Choose Tebaoflex
Tebaoflex supports mining, tunneling, marine, offshore and industrial cable buyers with medium-voltage trailing cable selection, technical data review, custom marking, documentation, packing and bulk supply. We help match cable construction, visibility requirements and movement limits to real mining equipment operation.
FAQ
What is (N)TSCGEH3S cable used for?
(N)TSCGEH3S cable is used as a luminescent medium-voltage trailing cable for large mobile mining equipment such as shovels and draglines.
Why is the cable luminescent?
The electroluminescent element helps make the cable visible in dark mining areas, supporting safer cable routing and reducing the chance of accidental cable damage.
What voltage classes are available?
The cable is available for 3.6/6 kV and 6/10 kV systems.
What is the low-temperature performance?
The cable supports fixed and fully flexible operation down to -50°C, with flexible operation up to +60°C and fixed installation up to +80°C.
Can Tebaoflex support project-specific luminescent cable selection?
Yes. Tebaoflex can support voltage selection, conductor sizing, luminescent system review, bending and tensile checks, documentation and project-based quotation.