Power Cables · Medium-Voltage Power Cables · 8.7/15kV

YJLHV22 8.7/15kV Aluminium Alloy Conductor XLPE Insulated Steel Tape Armoured PVC Sheathed Power Cable

Hongce Cable YJLHV22 8.7/15kV three-core armoured cable cutaway showing aluminum alloy conductors, XLPE insulation, copper tape screens, steel tape armour and a black PVC sheath

The YJLHV22 8.7/15kV is a three-core aluminum alloy medium voltage power cable with XLPE insulation, copper tape screening, steel tape armour and a PVC outer sheath. Designed for fixed power distribution installations, it combines electrical insulation, metallic screening and mechanical protection for industrial facilities and underground cable routes where site conditions permit.

Rated Voltage8.7/15kV Medium Voltage Power Cable; Um = 17.5kV
Conductor MaterialAluminum Alloy Conductor
Conductor ClassStranded Conductor; Class Subject to Approved Product Specification
Insulation SystemXLPE Insulation with Semiconductive Conductor and Insulation Screens
Outer SheathBlack PVC Outer Sheath
Flame PerformanceFlame-retardant Classification Subject to Product Specification and Test Report
Cable StructureThree-core Aluminum Alloy Conductors + Conductor Screens + XLPE Insulation + Insulation Screens + Copper Tape Screens + Fillers and Inner Covering + Steel Tape Armour + PVC Outer Sheath
Standard ComplianceApplicable Reference: GB/T 31840.2-2025; IEC 60502-2 Compliance Where Specified and Verified
Operating Temperature90°C Maximum Continuous Conductor Temperature
Short Circuit Temperature250°C Maximum Conductor Temperature for up to 5 Seconds
Available SizesReference Range: 3 × 25mm² to 3 × 400mm²; Actual Availability Subject to Manufacturer Confirmation
Installation MethodFixed Installation in Cable Trenches, Tunnels and Suitable Direct-burial Routes, Subject to Installation Design and Site Conditions
  • ✓IEC 60502-2

Overview

The YJLHV22 8.7/15kV is a three-core aluminum alloy power cable with XLPE insulation, copper tape screening, steel tape armour and a PVC outer sheath. Designed for medium voltage power distribution, it combines three insulated cores within one armoured cable assembly. This construction is suited to fixed installations where the cable route requires mechanical protection alongside electrical insulation and screening. Each core contains a stranded aluminum alloy conductor surrounded by its insulation system. Cross-linked polyethylene, commonly known as XLPE, provides the main electrical insulation. The copper tape screen forms part of the metallic screening system around the insulated cores. Filling and wrapping materials support the assembled cores, while the steel tape armour adds protection against external mechanical forces. The black PVC outer sheath covers the underlying cable layers. Together, these elements form the layered structure shown in the product cutaway. Typical applications include medium voltage feeders for industrial facilities, commercial developments and power distribution infrastructure. Depending on the project design and site conditions, installation routes may include cable trenches, tunnels or buried sections. Route selection should account for mechanical loading, moisture exposure, soil conditions and the applicable installation requirements. The presence of steel tape armour should be considered alongside the demands of the route when specifying protection and cable handling arrangements. For cable selection, confirm the 8.7/15kV voltage rating and choose the conductor cross-section using the calculated load, installation method and operating environment. Current capacity, voltage drop and short-circuit duty all affect the final specification. Terminations and joints should be compatible with aluminum alloy conductors and the cable's insulation, screen and armour construction. Correct preparation and installation are essential to the completed cable system. When preparing an enquiry, specify YJLHV22, the 8.7/15kV rating, three-core construction, conductor cross-section and required length. Include the intended installation environment and any project standards, test documentation or fire performance requirements. These details help establish the required cable configuration and provide a clear basis for reviewing technical suitability before ordering.

Key Features

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Three-Core 8.7/15kV Design

Rated at 8.7/15kV, this three-core cable combines three insulated phase conductors in one assembly for fixed medium voltage power distribution.

02

Stranded Aluminum Alloy Conductors

Aluminum alloy conductors provide a lightweight conductor option, with a stranded construction for each of the cable’s three cores.

03

XLPE Electrical Insulation

Cross-linked polyethylene insulation surrounds each conductor, providing electrical insulation for 8.7/15kV medium voltage service.

04

Copper Tape Screening

Copper tape screens surround the insulated cores, providing metallic screening as part of the medium voltage cable system.

05

Steel Tape Mechanical Protection

Steel tape armour adds protection against external mechanical forces for fixed installations in cable trenches, tunnels and suitable buried routes.

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Protective PVC Outer Sheath

A black PVC outer sheath covers the armoured cable assembly, helping protect the underlying layers during handling and installation.

Applications

Hongce Cable YJLHV22 8.7/15kV application concept showing power cables in a concrete trench beside factory transformers and switchgear

Industrial MV Power Distribution

Fixed 8.7/15kV feeders connecting plant substations, transformers and medium voltage switchgear in industrial facilities.

Hongce Cable YJLHV22 8.7/15kV application concept showing underground power cables leading to a distribution kiosk in an industrial park

Underground Distribution Networks

Armoured medium voltage cable routes for industrial parks and local distribution networks, installed in prepared trenches or suitable direct-burial systems.

Hongce Cable YJLHV22 8.7/15kV application concept showing black power cables secured to metal racks along a concrete utility tunnel

Cable Tunnel Installations

Fixed medium voltage feeders supported on cable racks in utility tunnels, with organized routing and access for inspection and maintenance.

Hongce Cable YJLHV22 8.7/15kV application concept showing buried cable connections to transformer equipment beside rows of solar panels

Solar Farm MV Feeders

8.7/15kV-rated cable connections between transformer stations and medium voltage switchgear in solar projects with compatible system requirements.