XLPEKabel
XLPEKabel, short for cross‑linked polyethylene insulated cable, refers to electrical power cables whose insulation is made from cross‑linked polyethylene. They are used for transmitting and distributing electrical power in urban, industrial, and utility networks. A typical XLPEKabel has a conductive core of copper or aluminum, XLPE insulation, and an outer sheath of PVC, HDPE, or a flame‑retardant LSZH material. Some constructions include armour for mechanical protection.
XLPE insulation is produced by chemically cross‑linking polyethylene, which enhances thermal stability and mechanical strength. Common
XLPE cables are used across voltage classes from low to high voltage, in indoor, outdoor, buried, and
Standards and selection depend on country, but IEC 60502 is a common reference for XLPE‑insulated power cables,
Lifecycle and sustainability: XLPE cables generally provide long service lives, but their polymer composition poses recycling