Elastomeric Silicon Rubber Cables
Elastomeric Silicon Rubber Cables
High Temperature | Flexible | Moisture & Chemical Resistant
Vision International manufactures premium quality Elastomeric Silicone Rubber Cables designed for extreme temperature and demanding industrial environments. These cables are engineered to withstand continuous operating temperatures up to 150°C, making them ideal for high-heat applications.
Silicone rubber insulation provides excellent thermal stability, superior electrical performance, high flexibility, and resistance to moisture and chemicals.
Product Overview
Silicone rubber cables are specially developed for installations exposed to:
• High temperatures
• Harsh industrial conditions
• Moisture & chemical environments
• Mechanical stress
These cables maintain flexibility even at elevated temperatures, ensuring long-lasting performance and reliability.
Construction Details
Conductor
• Annealed Tinned Copper Conductor
• Flexible Class 5 as per IS 8130:1984
• Complying with DIN VDE 0295 / IEC 60228
Fine-stranded construction ensures high flexibility and excellent conductivity.
Separator Tape
A suitable separator tape may be applied over the conductor to enhance structural integrity and insulation performance.
Insulation
• Heat Resisting Elastomer Compound
• Silicone Rubber Type IE 5
• As per IS 6380:1984
Provides:
• Continuous operating temperature up to 150°C
• Excellent dielectric strength
• Flame resistance
• Resistance to ageing and oxidation
Core Identification
• Coloured Insulation
OR
• Numbered Tape Identification
Ensures easy installation and proper circuit identification.
Fillers
Temperature-resistant fillers compatible with insulation materials are used to maintain cable shape and mechanical stability under high heat conditions.
Braiding / Varnish (Optional)
• Fiberglass Braiding
• Class H Varnish
Can be provided as per customer specifications for additional mechanical protection and heat resistance.
Key Features
• Withstands continuous 150°C operation
• Excellent flexibility
• Moisture resistant
• Chemical resistant
• High insulation resistance
• Suitable for harsh industrial environments
• Long operational life
Applications
• Blast Furnaces
• Airport Lighting Systems
• Nuclear Power Stations
• Steel Plants
• Textile Machinery
• Heavy Industrial Equipment
• High Temperature Electrical Installations
CHARACTERISTICS
Flexibility
Min Bending Radius 7.5 X Cable o.d. (multicore)
Operating Temperature
Fixed -60°C to 180°C (peak 220°C multicore)
Oils / Fuels / Solvents
Resistant to common oils & solvents
Environmental Exposure
Resistant to ozone and UV halogen free to IEC 60754-2
Acids / Bases
Resistant to common acid & alkline chemicals
Application : Silicone cables are suitable wherever cables are subjected to extreme temperature changes. They are used mainly in the steel producing and aviation industries as well as in ship building, cement, glass and ceramic factories. These cables are halogen free and especially suitable for use in power stations.
| Nominal Cross Sectional Area (Sq. mm.) | No. of Wire / Nom. Wire Diameter | Maximum Conductor Resistance at 20°C (Ohms /km) | Nominal Thickness of Insulation (mm) | Current Rating Amps at Ambient Temperature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30°C | 60°C | 90°C | 120°C | 150°C | ||||
| 0.5 | 16/0.20 | 40.100 | 1.0 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 5 | 4 |
| 0.75 | 24/0.20 | 26.700 | 1.0 | 23 | 18 | 13 | 9 | 7 |
| 1.0 | 32/0.20 | 20.000 | 1.0 | 27 | 21 | 15 | 12 | 10 |
| 1.5 | 48/0.20 | 13.700 | 1.0 | 32 | 26 | 20 | 17 | 14 |
| 2.5 | 80/0.20 | 8.210 | 1.0 | 45 | 35 | 25 | 22 | 19 |
| 4.0 | 56/0.30 | 5.090 | 1.0 | 60 | 50 | 40 | 30 | 26 |
| 6 | 85/0.30 | 3.390 | 1.0 | 90 | 80 | 70 | 50 | 32 |
| 10 | 80/0.40 | 1.950 | 1.2 | 130 | 115 | 100 | 80 | 42 |
| 16 | 126/0.40 | 1.240 | 1.2 | 198 | 175 | 150 | 120 | 57 |
| 25 | 196/0.40 | 0.795 | 1.4 | 225 | 200 | 170 | 140 | 71 |
| Nominal Cross Sectional Area (Sq. mm.) | No. of Wire / Nom. Wire Diameter | Maximum Conductor Resistance at 20°C (Ohms /km) | Nominal Thickness of Insulation (mm) | Current Rating Amps at Ambient Temperature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30°C | 60°C | 90°C | 120°C | 150°C | ||||
| 35 | 276/0.40 | 0.565 | 1.4 | 280 | 20 | 225 | 185 | 91 |
| 50 | 396/0.40 | 0.393 | 1.6 | 360 | 330 | 280 | 235 | 120 |
| 70 | 356/0.50 | 0.277 | 1.6 | 460 | 415 | 365 | 300 | 161 |
| 95 | 484/0.50 | 0.210 | 1.8 | 570 | 515 | 440 | 360 | 200 |
| 120 | 610/0.50 | 0.164 | 1.8 | 620 | 570 | 490 | 400 | 225 |
| 150 | 764/0.50 | 0.132 | 2.0 | 680 | 625 | 540 | 430 | 240 |
| 185 | 942/0.50 | 0.108 | 2.2 | 760 | 680 | 590 | 470 | 300 |
| 240 | 1221/0.50 | 0.0817 | 2.4 | 845 | 755 | 670 | 560 | 425 |
| 300 | 1527/0.50 | 0.0654 | 2.6 | 920 | 825 | 750 | 620 | 500 |
Note : The Conductor Size shall be According to the Resistance Value & it's Tolerance specified in IS:8130-1984 Teflon is the Registered Trademark of Du Pont USA
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