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5.6mm Copper Conductor Cable with FEP & ETFE Insulation - China Suppliers & Factory Direct Products
| Construction | ||
| Parameter | Metric | Imperial |
| Copper Construction | 19 × 0.26 mm | 19 × 0.0102" |
| Insulation (FEP) | 2.04 mm | 0.0803" |
| Insulation (ETFE) | 2.64 mm | 0.1039" |
| Number and Size of Wires | — | — |
| Inner Armor | 12 × 0.79 mm | 12 × 0.0311" |
| Outer Armor | 18 × 0.79 mm | 18 × 0.0311" |
| Average Wire Breaking Strength | — | — |
| Inner Armor | 867 N | 195 lbs |
| Outer Armor | 867 N | 195 lbs |
| Physical | ||
| Cable Diameter | 5.6 mm +0.13 / −0.05 mm | 0.2205" +0.0051" / −0.0019" |
| Cable Weight in Air | 148 kg/km | 99 lbs/kft |
| 1 hr. Max Temp | 260 ℃ | 500 °F |
| 8 hr. Max Temp | 232 ℃ | 450 °F |
| Cont. Max Temp | 204 ℃ | 400 °F |
| Mechanical | ||
| Cable Breaking Strength | 20 kN | 4500 lbs |
| Maximum Suggested Working Tension | 10 kN | 2250 lbs |
| Minimum Shave Diameter | 320 mm | 13" |
| Cable Stretch Coefficient | 2.5 m/km/5kN | 2.2 ft/kft/klbs |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage Rating | 1200 VDC | 1200 VDC |
| Insulation Resistance | 15000 MΩ·km | 50000 MΩ·kft |
| Resistance Typical @ 20 ℃ | 18 Ω/km | 5.5 Ω/kft |
| Capacitance @ 1 kHz | 190 pF/m | 58 pF/ft |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q
What type of insulation materials are used in this cable, and what are their differences?
A
This cable uses two insulation options: FEP (Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene) with an outer diameter of 2.04 mm and ETFE (Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene) with an outer diameter of 2.64 mm. Both materials offer excellent chemical resistance and high-temperature performance. ETFE provides a slightly thicker insulation layer, offering enhanced mechanical durability, while FEP is valued for its superior flexibility and lower friction coefficient.
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What is the maximum operating temperature for continuous use?
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The cable supports a continuous maximum temperature of 204 °C (400 °F). For short-duration operations, it can withstand up to 232 °C (450 °F) for 8 hours and a peak of 260 °C (500 °F) for up to 1 hour. These ratings make it well-suited for demanding downhole and high-temperature industrial environments.
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What is the cable's breaking strength and recommended working tension?
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The cable has a total breaking strength of 20 kN (4,500 lbs). The maximum suggested working tension is 10 kN (2,250 lbs), which represents 50% of the breaking strength. Staying within this working tension ensures long-term cable integrity and safe operation during deployment and retrieval.
Q
What voltage rating and insulation resistance does this cable offer?
A
The cable is rated at 1200 VDC, suitable for downhole power and signal transmission applications. Its insulation resistance is exceptionally high at 15,000 MΩ·km (50,000 MΩ·kft), ensuring minimal leakage current and reliable electrical isolation even in harsh subsurface conditions.
Q
What is the minimum shave (sheave) diameter required for this cable?
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The minimum sheave diameter for this cable is 320 mm (13 inches). Using a sheave smaller than this specification can cause excessive bending stress on the armor wires and conductor, leading to premature fatigue, reduced breaking strength, and potential cable failure. Always ensure compatible equipment before deployment.
Q
How is the dual-armor construction beneficial for downhole cable applications?
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The dual-armor design features an inner armor of 12 × 0.79 mm wires and an outer armor of 18 × 0.79 mm wires, each with an average wire breaking strength of 867 N (195 lbs). This construction provides superior crush resistance, torque balance, and tensile strength compared to single-armor cables, making it ideal for deep well logging, perforating, and other demanding wireline operations.













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