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(N)TSCGEWOEU Cable for TBM Medium Voltage Reeling Power Supply
(N)TSCGEWOEU cable is a medium-voltage reeling power cable for tunnel boring machines, underground mining and tunnel construction sites where flexible movement, monitoring and mechanical reliability are required.
- Application: TBM reeling power supply, underground mines and tunnel construction equipment
- Voltage classes: 6/10 kV, 8.7/15 kV, 12/20 kV, 14/25 kV and 18/30 kV project options
- Conductor: Finely stranded tinned copper conductor, Class 5
- Protective conductor: Single concentric copper/textile mixed braid over every core
- Insulation: EPR-based compound for medium-voltage cable operation
- Electrical field control: Inner and outer semiconductive rubber protective layers
- Monitoring conductor: Overall concentric copper wire spinning for monitoring and fault supervision
- Sheath: GM1B inner sheath with red 5GM5 synthetic elastomer outer sheath
(N)TSCGEWOEU Cable for Tunnel Boring Machine Reeling Systems
(N)TSCGEWOEU cable is a medium-voltage flexible reeling cable designed for tunnel boring machines and heavy tunneling equipment. In TBM operation, the cable must deliver reliable power while moving through cable drums, guiding systems and changing tunnel routes. This product is built for reeling power supply in underground mines and tunnel construction sites where bending, torsion, tensile load, moisture, oil exposure and mechanical stress are daily operating conditions.
The cable construction combines Class 5 finely stranded tinned copper conductors, EPR insulation, semiconductive electrical field control, copper/textile mixed braid protective conductors, control cores, monitoring conductor, GM1B inner sheath and a red 5GM5 synthetic elastomer outer sheath. This gives engineers a cable structure that supports both electrical performance and mechanical endurance in TBM power supply routes.
Key Features
- Designed for TBM reeling power: Suitable for tunnel boring machines and tunnel construction equipment where the power cable is repeatedly reeled, unreeled and guided along the machine route.
- Medium-voltage project range: Supports project selection across 6/10 kV, 8.7/15 kV, 12/20 kV, 14/25 kV and 18/30 kV voltage classes.
- Flexible tinned copper conductor: Class 5 finely stranded tinned copper supports flexible movement and helps protect conductor surfaces in underground environments.
- Electrical field control: Inner and outer semiconductive rubber layers help manage electrical stress in MV operation.
- Protective conductor on each core: A single concentric copper/textile mixed braid over every core supports protective conductor function and cable integrity.
- Monitoring conductor design: Overall concentric copper wire spinning helps support monitoring and fault supervision in tunneling power systems.
- Rugged elastomer sheath system: GM1B inner sheath and 5GM5 red synthetic elastomer outer sheath support oil, weather, ozone and moisture resistance.
- Built for movement limits: Suitable for reeling and TBM operation when tensile load, torsional stress, bending radius, directional changes and travel speed are correctly reviewed.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | (N)TSCGEWOEU cable, medium-voltage TBM reeling power cable |
| Typical Application | Reeling power supply for tunnel boring machines in underground mines and tunnel construction sites |
| Voltage Classes | 6/10 kV, 8.7/15 kV, 12/20 kV, 14/25 kV, 18/30 kV |
| Reference Standard | Based on DIN VDE 0250-813 |
| Conductor | Finely stranded tinned copper conductor, Class 5 |
| Protective Conductor | Single concentric copper/textile mixed braid over every core |
| Insulation | EPR-based compound for medium-voltage cable performance |
| Electrical Field Control | Inner and outer protective layers of semiconductive rubber compound |
| Core Identification | Main cores: natural coloring with black semiconductive rubber; control cores: black |
| Core Arrangement | Three main conductors laid up with three control cores in the outer interstice |
| Inner Sheath | Vulcanized rubber inner sheath, EPR-based GM1B compound |
| Monitoring Conductor | Overall concentric copper wire spinning |
| Outer Sheath | Red synthetic elastomer compound, CR-based 5GM5 compound |
Electrical Parameters
| Rated Voltage | Max. AC Operating Voltage | Max. DC Operating Voltage | AC Test Voltage | Control Core Test Voltage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/10 kV | 6.9/12 kV | 9/18 kV | 17 kV | 2 kV |
| 8.7/15 kV | 10.4/18 kV | 13.5/27 kV | 24 kV | 2 kV |
| 12/20 kV | 13.9/24 kV | 18/36 kV | 29 kV | 2 kV |
| 14/25 kV | 17.3/30 kV | 22.5/45 kV | 36 kV | 2 kV |
| 18/30 kV | 20.8/36 kV | 27/54 kV | 43 kV | 2 kV |
Chemical, Thermal and Mechanical Parameters
| Flame Performance | IEC 60332-1-2 |
| Oil Resistance | IEC 60811-404 |
| Weather Resistance | Outdoor and indoor use; resistant to ozone and moisture |
| Maximum Conductor Operating Temperature | 90°C |
| Maximum Short-Circuit Conductor Temperature | 250°C |
| Ambient Temperature for Fixed Installation | -40°C to +80°C |
| Ambient Temperature in Fully Flexible Operation | -20°C to +60°C |
| Maximum Tensile Load for Reeling Application | 15 N/mm2 |
| Maximum Tensile Load for TBM Application | 30 N/mm2 |
| Torsional Stress | +/- 25°/m |
| Minimum Bending Radius | According to DIN VDE 0298 Part 3 |
| Minimum Distance with S-Type Directional Changes | 20 x D |
| Travel Speed | Maximum 30 m/min |
Available Sizes for 12/20 kV
| Cross Section | Part No. | MLFB No. | Conductor Diameter Max. | Outer Diameter Min-Max | Approx. Weight | Max Tensile Force | Resistance at 20°C | Capacitance | Inductance | Current Capacity | Short Circuit Current |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3×25 + 3×16/3E + 3×2.5ST + 6UELKON | 20005062 | 5DM1335 | 6.4 mm | 48.8 – 52.8 mm | 3740 kg/km | 1125 N | 0.795 Ω/km | 0.22 µF/km | 0.37 mH/km | 139 A | 3.58 kA |
| 3×35 + 3×25/3E + 3×2.5ST + 6UELKON | 20005063 | 5DM1336 | 7.6 mm | 51.3 – 55.3 mm | 4270 kg/km | 1575 N | 0.565 Ω/km | 0.24 µF/km | 0.35 mH/km | 172 A | 5.01 kA |
| 3×50 + 3×25/3E + 3×2.5ST + 6UELKON | 20005064 | 5DM1354 | 9.1 mm | 56.7 – 60.7 mm | 5270 kg/km | 2250 N | 0.393 Ω/km | 0.27 µF/km | 0.33 mH/km | 215 A | 7.15 kA |
| 3×70 + 3×35/3E + 3×2.5ST + 6UELKON | 20081491 | 5DM1337 | 10.9 mm | 61.3 – 65.3 mm | 6390 kg/km | 3150 N | 0.277 Ω/km | 0.31 µF/km | 0.32 mH/km | 265 A | 10.01 kA |
| 3×95 + 3×50/3E + 3×2.5ST + 6UELKON | 20113405 | 5DM1338 | 12.6 mm | 66.4 – 70.4 mm | 7770 kg/km | 4275 N | 0.210 Ω/km | 0.34 µF/km | 0.30 mH/km | 319 A | 13.59 kA |
| 3×120 + 3×70/3E + 3×2.5ST + 6UELKON | 20015054 | 5DM1340 | 14.2 mm | 70.2 – 74.2 mm | 9160 kg/km | 5400 N | 0.164 Ω/km | 0.38 µF/km | 0.29 mH/km | 371 A | 17.16 kA |
| 3×150 + 3×70/3E + 3×2.5ST + 6UELKON | 20052428 | 5DM1341 | 15.8 mm | 71.1 – 75.1 mm | 9820 kg/km | 6750 N | 0.129 Ω/km | 0.42 µF/km | 0.28 mH/km | 428 A | 21.45 kA |
| 3×185 + 3×95/3E + 3×2.5ST + 6UELKON | On request | 5DM1*** | 17.8 mm | 71.2 – 75.2 mm | 10200 kg/km | 8325 N | 0.106 Ω/km | 0.64 µF/km | 0.26 mH/km | 488 A | 26.46 kA |
| 3×240 + 3×120/3E + 3×2.5ST + 6UELKON | On request | 5DM1*** | 20.4 mm | 74.5 – 78.5 mm | 11800 kg/km | 10800 N | 0.0801 Ω/km | 0.69 µF/km | 0.25 mH/km | 574 A | 34.32 kA |
Available Sizes for 14/25 kV
| Cross Section | MLFB No. | Conductor Diameter Max. | Outer Diameter Min-Max | Approx. Weight | Max Tensile Force | Resistance at 20°C | Capacitance | Inductance | Current Capacity | Short Circuit Current |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3×25 + 3×16/3E + 3×2.5ST + 6UELKON | 5DM1*** | 6.4 mm | 54.6 – 58.6 mm | 4100 kg/km | 1125 N | 0.795 Ω/km | 0.19 µF/km | 0.40 mH/km | 139 A | 3.58 kA |
| 3×35 + 3×25/3E + 3×2.5ST + 6UELKON | 5DM1*** | 7.6 mm | 57.1 – 61.1 mm | 4640 kg/km | 1575 N | 0.565 Ω/km | 0.21 µF/km | 0.37 mH/km | 172 A | 5.01 kA |
| 3×50 + 3×25/3E + 3×2.5ST + 6UELKON | 5DM1*** | 9.1 mm | 61.0 – 65.0 mm | 5550 kg/km | 2250 N | 0.393 Ω/km | 0.23 µF/km | 0.35 mH/km | 215 A | 7.15 kA |
| 3×70 + 3×35/3E + 3×2.5ST + 6UELKON | 5DM1*** | 10.9 mm | 66.6 – 70.6 mm | 6860 kg/km | 3150 N | 0.277 Ω/km | 0.26 µF/km | 0.33 mH/km | 265 A | 10.01 kA |
| 3×95 + 3×50/3E + 3×2.5ST + 6UELKON | 5DM1*** | 12.6 mm | 70.2 – 74.2 mm | 8110 kg/km | 4275 N | 0.210 Ω/km | 0.29 µF/km | 0.32 mH/km | 319 A | 13.59 kA |
| 3×120 + 3×70/3E + 3×2.5ST + 6UELKON | 5DM1*** | 14.2 mm | 73.9 – 77.9 mm | 9450 kg/km | 5400 N | 0.164 Ω/km | 0.32 µF/km | 0.31 mH/km | 371 A | 17.16 kA |
Applications
- Tunnel boring machine reeling power supply
- Underground mine tunnel construction
- TBM cable drum and mobile power routes
- Medium-voltage tunneling equipment requiring monitoring conductor design
- Outdoor and indoor tunnel construction sites with oil, ozone and moisture exposure
- Reeling systems requiring high tensile capacity and controlled directional changes
Selection Notes for TBM Projects
When specifying (N)TSCGEWOEU cable, confirm voltage class, TBM travel speed, cable drum dimensions, route direction changes, tensile load, torsion exposure, control core requirements, monitoring conductor connection and current carrying capacity. In TBM service, the cable should be selected as part of the machine movement system, not only as a static power feeder.
Why Choose Tebaoflex
Tebaoflex supports mining, tunneling, TBM, marine, offshore and industrial cable buyers with medium-voltage reeling cable selection, technical data review, documentation, custom marking, packing and bulk supply. We help match cable construction, voltage rating and movement limits to real tunnel construction conditions.
FAQ
What is (N)TSCGEWOEU cable used for?
(N)TSCGEWOEU cable is used as a medium-voltage reeling power cable for tunnel boring machines, underground mines and tunnel construction sites.
What voltage classes are available?
Project voltage classes include 6/10 kV, 8.7/15 kV, 12/20 kV, 14/25 kV and 18/30 kV.
Why is this cable suitable for TBM reeling systems?
It combines flexible tinned copper conductors, semiconductive electrical field control, control cores, monitoring conductor, GM1B inner sheath and 5GM5 elastomer outer sheath for moving reeling power routes.
What movement limits should be reviewed?
Review tensile load, torsional stress, bending radius, 20 x D minimum distance for S-type directional changes and maximum travel speed of 30 m/min.
Can Tebaoflex support custom TBM cable selection?
Yes. Tebaoflex can support voltage selection, conductor sizing, control and monitoring conductor review, drum packing, documentation and project-based quotation for TBM reeling cable supply.
| Product Type | Medium-voltage TBM reeling cable |
|---|---|
| Model | (N)TSCGEWOEU cable |
| Voltage Rating | 6/10 kV; 8.7/15 kV; 12/20 kV; 14/25 kV; 18/30 kV |
| Reference Standard | Based on DIN VDE 0250-813 |
| Conductor | Finely stranded tinned copper, Class 5 |
| Protective Conductor | Single concentric copper/textile mixed braid over every core |
| Insulation | EPR-based medium-voltage insulation compound |
| Electrical Field Control | Inner and outer semiconductive rubber layers |
| Core Arrangement | Three main conductors with three control cores in outer interstice |
| Inner Sheath | EPR-based GM1B vulcanized rubber |
| Monitoring Conductor | Overall concentric copper wire spinning |
| Outer Sheath | Red CR-based 5GM5 synthetic elastomer compound |
| Flame Performance | IEC 60332-1-2 |
| Oil Resistance | IEC 60811-404 |
| Fixed Temperature | -40°C to +80°C |
| Flexible Temperature | -20°C to +60°C |
| Max Conductor Temperature | 90°C |
| Max Short-Circuit Temperature | 250°C |
| Max Tensile Load | 15 N/mm2 for reeling; 30 N/mm2 for TBM application |
| Torsional Stress | +/- 25°/m |
| Travel Speed | Maximum 30 m/min |
