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WGSB-8.0 Monoconductor 5/16 8.0mm, AWG 15 Copper Conductor - China Suppliers & Factory Quality Assurance
| Construction | ||
| Copper Construction | 19 × 0.37 mm | 19 × 0.0146" |
| Insulation (PP) | 3.81 mm | 0.1496" |
| Number and Size of Wires | — | — |
| Inner Armor | 12 × 1.11 mm | 12 × 0.0437" |
| Outer Armor | 18 × 1.11 mm | 18 × 0.0437" |
| Average Wire Breaking Strength | — | — |
| Inner Armor | 1808 N | 406 lbs |
| Outer Armor | 1808 N | 406 lbs |
| Physical | ||
| Cable Diameter | 8.0 mm +0.13 / −0.05 mm | 0.3150" +0.0051" / −0.0019" |
| Cable Weight in Air | 270 kg/km | 184 lbs/kft |
| 1 hr. Max Temp | 150 ℃ | 300 °F |
| 8 hr. Max Temp | 135 ℃ | 275 °F |
| Cont. Max Temp | 121 ℃ | 250 °F |
| Mechanical | ||
| Cable Breaking Strength | 45 kN | 10,000 lbs |
| Maximum Suggested Working Tension | 22.5 kN | 5,000 lbs |
| Minimum Shave Diameter | 450 mm | 18" |
| Cable Stretch Coefficient | 1.35 m/km/5kN | 1.2 ft/kft/klbs |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage Rating | 1500 VDC | 1500 VDC |
| Insulation Resistance | 15,000 MΩ·km | 50,000 MΩ·kft |
| Resistance Typical @ 20 ℃ | 9.2 Ω/km | 2.8 Ω/kft |
| Capacitance @ 1 kHz | 190 pf/m | 58 pf/ft |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the voltage rating of this cable?
This cable has a voltage rating of 1500 VDC, suitable for a wide range of downhole and surface electrical submersible pump (ESP) applications requiring reliable DC power transmission.
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What are the maximum operating temperatures for this cable?
The cable supports three temperature ratings: 150 °C (300 °F) for up to 1 hour, 135 °C (275 °F) for up to 8 hours, and a continuous maximum operating temperature of 121 °C (250 °F), making it suitable for high-temperature well environments.
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What is the cable breaking strength and recommended working tension?
The cable has a breaking strength of 45 kN (10,000 lbs). The maximum suggested working tension is 22.5 kN (5,000 lbs), which represents a 2:1 safety factor to ensure long-term mechanical integrity during deployment.
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What type of insulation material is used in this cable?
The conductor insulation is made from Polypropylene (PP) with a diameter of 3.81 mm (0.1496"). PP insulation provides excellent resistance to heat, chemicals, and mechanical stress commonly encountered in downhole environments.
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What is the minimum shave (sheave) diameter for this cable?
The minimum shave diameter is 450 mm (18 inches). Using a sheave smaller than this minimum specification may cause mechanical damage to the armor wires or conductor, leading to premature cable failure.
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What is the insulation resistance of this cable, and why does it matter?
The insulation resistance is 15,000 MΩ·km (50,000 MΩ·kft). High insulation resistance is critical for ESP cables as it minimizes leakage current, ensures efficient power transmission to the motor, and helps identify insulation degradation during routine electrical testing.













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