XWA 132kV Cable | Câble haute tension
Powering the Core of the Grid
NOURRITURE 132câble kV provides the critical link between major generation facilities and primary distribution networks. Built with advanced XLPE insulation , these single-core power cables (rated 76/132 kV, Un 145 kV) are specifically engineered to handle massive electrical loads over extended routes with minimal line loss. From deep-underground city circuits to heavy industrial complexes, XWA provides a fully integrated, type-tested solution that meets the highest international safety and performance standards.
132Spécifications du câble kV & Construction
- Conducteur: High-purity aluminium and copper conductors. Cross-sectional areas range from 400 mm² up to a massive 2500 mm² to handle extreme loads.
- Isolation: Extruded XLPE (Cross-linked Polyethylene) insulation.
- Customizable Metallic Sheath (Facultatif): Configurable as extruded lead, copper wire screen with aluminum foil barrier, or welded aluminum, based on short-circuit and soil moisture needs.
- Gaine extérieure: Extruded PE (Polyethylene) for robust defense against chemical agents and mechanical wear.
- Rated Voltages: Uo/U 76/132 kV.
- Capacité de fonctionnement: Allant de 0.16 µF/km à 0.32 µF/km en fonction de la taille du conducteur.
- Courant de charge: Allant de 3.8 A/km à 7.6 A/km.
XWA 132kV Cable Size Datasheet
| Type de conducteur | Coupe transversale (mm²) | Diamètre extérieur (mm) | Poids net avec gaine Pb (kg/m) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminium | 400 | 77 | 11.4 |
| Cuivre | 400 | 77 | 14.0 |
| Aluminium | 1000 | 84 | 15.9 |
| Cuivre | 1000 | 95 | 22.5 |
| Aluminium | 2500 | 117 | 20.9 |
| Cuivre | 2500 | 117 | 37.4 |
Why Choose XWA 132kV Power Cable?
Sourcing cable for 132kV networks requires absolute confidence in your manufacturing partner. XWA cable manufacturer delivers uncompromising quality engineered specifically for the extreme demands of primary bulk power transmission, ensuring grid stability under the most punishing loads.
- Proven Global Track Record: Entrust your critical infrastructure to a manufacturer with over 15 years of specialized high-voltage expertise. Having successfully supplied mega-projects across more than 60 countries, our engineering team possesses the operational maturity to execute complex, large-scale grid requirements flawlessly.
- Optimized, Factory-Direct Economics: Mega-scale grid projects require strict budget controls. By owning and operating our own advanced manufacturing facilities, we bypass third-party markups. This allows us to offer highly competitive, cost-effective pricing on 132kV cables—empowering you to win major infrastructure bids without sacrificing international compliance or material integrity.
- Unwavering Thermal Stability: Engineered to manage massive energy loads, our advanced XLPE insulation supports a continuous inner conductor operating temperature of 90°C. During severe grid faults, the conductor is designed to safely endure short-circuit temperature spikes up to 250°C.
- Project-Specific Sheath Engineering: Because fault currents and soil conditions vary wildly across national grids, we custom-engineer your cable’s protective layers. Choose from an extruded lead alloy, a robust aluminium welded sheath, or a copper wire helix configuration to perfectly counter your project’s specific thermal and dynamic short-circuit stresses.
Applications of XWA 132kV High Voltage Cable
XWA 132kV high voltage power cables are built to handle massive continuous current loads across extended distances, making them the optimal choice for large-scale transmission projects:
- National Grid Interconnects: Serving as the critical, high-capacity link transferring bulk energy from major power generation plants directly to regional step-down distribution substations.
- Urban Metropolitan Networks: Safely routing massive power reserves beneath densely populated cities where overhead transmission lines are restricted or physically impossible, utilizing secure direct ground burial.
- Mega-Scale Renewable Export: Acting as the primary transmission arteries for massive offshore wind farms and utility-scale solar arrays, efficiently moving bulk green energy to the main grid.
- Heavy Industrial & Smelting Plants: Delivering uninterrupted, high-capacity power to energy-intensive facilities like steel mills, petrochemical refineries, and mining operations. These can be safely routed through heavy-duty buried ducts to protect against surface traffic.
- Overhead Line Transitions: Providing safe and seamless transitions from long-distance overhead transmission lines into heavily fortified, naturally ventilated overground utility tunnels or air installations.
Installation & Soutien
To maximize the lifespan and safety of your XWA 132kV transmission lines, professional installation and strict adherence to technical guidelines are required:
- Minimum Bending Radius: Strict adherence to the bending radius during dynamic cable laying is critical, ranging from 1.9m to 2.9m depending on the specific conductor and cross-section.
- Temperature Constraints: The minimum cable temperature during laying must not fall below -10°C for cables with a PE outer sheath; at lower temperatures, cables must be adequately warmed beforehand.
- System Integration: XWA delivers a complete system supply, ensuring our cables and accessories are type-tested together for flawless integration.
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FAQs of XWA 132kV Cable
What applications are the 132kV cable generally used in?
UN: Our 132kV XLPE cables are designed for bulk power transmission. They are primarily utilized as the main interconnects between major power generation plants and regional step-down substations, for integrating mega-scale renewable energy farms into the national grid, and for supplying uninterrupted power to energy-intensive heavy industrial plants.
Why are fiber optic cables often used together with 132kV power cables?
UN: At the 132kV transmission level, real-time monitoring is critical. Fiber optic cables are frequently laid alongside or integrated into the high-voltage cable system for Distributed Temperature Sensing (ETD). This allows grid operators to constantly monitor the cable’s thermal performance across its entire length, optimize the continuous current-carrying capacity, and instantly pinpoint thermal bottlenecks or faults before they cause outages.
What is the difference between 110kV and 132kV high voltage cables?
UN: While both are high-capacity XLPE-insulated cables, they serve different grid tiers based on their voltage ratings. The 110kV power cable has a maximum operating voltage of 123 kV, typically used for regional sub-transmission. The 132kV cable handles a higher maximum operating voltage of 145 kV for primary bulk power transmission.
How does your factory maintain competitive pricing on such high-tier (132kV) infrastructure cables?
UN: Parce que nous sommes le fabricant direct avec plus de 15 années d'expérience en production optimisée, we now eliminate third-party and middleman markups. Ce modèle de vente directe à l'acheteur nous permet d'offrir des services hautement compétitifs, une tarification rentable pour les offres d'infrastructures au niveau national tout en respectant strictement les normes de performance et de sécurité de la CEI.
Can the XWA 132kV cable withstand severe short-circuit conditions?
UN: Oui. The 132kV cable is built to handle massive thermal and dynamic short-circuit stresses. The advanced XLPE insulation can safely withstand short-circuit temperatures up to 250°C. To manage the specific short-circuit currents of your grid, we customize the metallic sheath layer using options like extruded lead, a copper wire screen, or welded aluminium.
How does the bending radius of a 132kV cable impact installation planning?
UN: Because 132kV cables carry massive loads, they feature thick XLPE insulation and large conductor cross-sections (up to 2500 mm²). Consequently, their minimum bending radius during dynamic laying ranges from 1.9m up to 2.9m. Engineers must strictly account for these dimensions when designing underground trenches, turning radii in utility tunnels, or buried ducts to prevent mechanical damage to the cable.