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Flexible Mineral Insulated & Sheathed Cables

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The BTRY Flexible Mineral Insulated & Sheathed Cable is used in applications that need flexibility, durability, and fire resistance. It uses a mineral-insulated core to protect against high temperatures, mechanical damage, and any electrical faults. It is mostly used in applications where cables must withstand harsh environments, including extreme fire conditions. This flexible mineral insulated cable is best for demanding industrial settings and tight spaces.

Technical Product Breakdown

Discover what makes flexible mineral insulated & sheathed cables perform effectively and reliably. The technical features and material properties for a dependable operation.
  • Conductor: Copper or Aluminum (depending on the variant).

  • Insulation: Mineral-Based Insulation

PVC Insulated Sheath Fire-resistance Electric Cable
  • Sheath: Metal Sheath

  • Voltage Rating: Typically up to 1 kV

  • Temperature Range: -40°C to +250°C

  • Compliance: IEC 60331, BS 6387, and UL 2196.

  • Flame Retardant: Yes, the metal sheath is flame-retardant

Engineering Features for Optimal Cable Performance

  • Cooper Conductor:

    Offers excellent electrical conductivity with efficient power transmission and minimal energy loss. Due to its highly conductive properties, it's best to use it on electrical cables for high performance.

  • Mineral Insulated:

    Provides high resistance to thermal and fire with mineral based material insulation. This allows it to withstand extreme temperatures and provide safety in areas likely to cause fire.

  • Mineral Sheath:

    The mineral insulated metal sheathed cable structure offers mechanical protection and fire resistance. It prevents damage from external forces while also making sure of the cable's safety in hazardous environments.

  • Insulation:

    Uses high-performance insulation for electrical isolation and prevents short circuits and other external interference, especially in demanding conditions.

  • Fire Protection Layer:

    Offers extra safety and prevents the spread of flames along the cable using its fire-resistant properties. This makes them suitable for use in fire-sensitive areas.

  • Halogen Free Adhesive Tape:

    Secures the internal components of the mineral cable and lets no toxic gases be released in the event of a fire. This feature makes cable safer for use in spaces that are tight.

  • Green Jacket:

    This is the outermost layer of protection that differentiates the cable. It helps to protect against moisture, damage, and other environmental factors while identifying the mineral-insulated cable's function (often associated with grounding or safety).

Core Functions of the Power Cable

PVC Insulated Sheath Fire-resistance Electric Cable
  • Fire Resistance:

    Mineral insulation has properties that resist high heat and help the cable work well in areas with a high risk of fire.

  • Mechanical Protection:

    The metal sheath protects the core from any damage that is caused physically, like corrosion, crushing, or other physical stress.

  • High Temperature Resistance:

    Helps to operate in high-temperature environments in case of failure of traditional cables.

  • Flexibility:

    Best to install in tight spaces or locations that need the cable to bend or move frequently.

PVC Insulated Sheath Fire-resistance Electric Cable

Key Applications and Installation Environments

  • Critical Power Supply:

    Used in places maintaining electrical power to supply power during a fire for emergency lighting, fire alarm systems, and hospital equipment to keep on working.

  • Industrial Applications:

    Used for transmitting power in high-risk industries, including petrochemical plants, mines, and power stations.

  • Fire-Resistant Installations:

    Best for places that require cables to remain in operational mode even during extreme fire conditions, such as in airports, tunnels, and high-rise buildings.

  • Portable Power Applications:

    Mineral insulated cable is used for portable power setups to move and work well in harsh environments.

Create Your Perfect Cable

A range of customizable options for the Flexible Mineral Insulated & Sheathed Cable, including six unique features to personalize the cable to various usage scenarios and needs.

Armoured Cable

Type
STA (Steel Tape Armored)
SWA (Steel Wire Armored)
ATA (Aluminum Tape Armored)
AWA (Aluminum Wire Armored)
Structure
Cable wrapped around with 2 layers of steel tape
A layer or multiple layers of galvanized steel wires.
Cable wrapped around with 2 layers of aluminum tape
A layer or multiple layers of galvanized aluminum wires.
Function
Increases mechanical strength and compressive resistance. Best for direct burial or environments that require high mechanical pressure resistance.
Provides high tensile strength and mechanical protection. Best for vertical or high-tension installations like bridges or mines.
Provides corrosion resistance in humid areas and reduces the overall weight of the cable
Work best as single-core cables to avoid eddy current losses from steel wire armor while offering good corrosion resistance.
Application
Commonly used in low and medium-voltage power cables.
Suitable for medium and high-voltage cables in environments that needs strong mechanical protection.
Used in low-voltage applications where high mechanical strength isn't required, but corrosion resistance matters
Used for single- core AC power cables, especially in high-current scenarios.

Product Specifications and Samples

Product Name
Description
YJV22
XLPE Insulated PVC Sheathed Steel Tape Armored Power Cable
YJV32
XLPE Insulated PVC Sheathed Fine Steel Wire Armoned Power Cable
YJV42
XLPE Insulated PVC Sheathed Coarse Steel Wire Armored Power Cable
YJY23
XLPE Insulated PE Sheathed Steel Tape Armored Power Cable
YJY33
XLPE Insulated PE Sheathed Fine Round Steel Wire Armored Power Cable
VV22
PVC Insulated & Sheathed Steel Tape Armored Power Cable
VV32
PVC Insulated & Sheathed Fine Steel Wire Armored Power Cable
VV42
PVC Insulated & Sheathed Coarse Steel Wire Armored Power Cable
KVV22
PVC Insulated & Sheathed Steel Tape Armored Control Cable
KYJY22
XLPE Insulated PE Sheathed Steel Tape Armored Control Cable

Fire Resistance Cable Types and Their Characteristics

Type
ZR - Flame Retardant
NH - Fire Resistance
Class B1 Fire Resistance
Definition
Prevent the spreading of flames, but may lose electrical performance under high heat.
Keeps the flow of electrical power supply in case of fire for a certain period while vital equipment stays operational.
High grade fire resistance for the cable to remain functional even under extreme heat.
Resistance Performance
Maximum service temperature: 90°C. Maximum short-circuit temperature:250°C (max. 5 s).
Resists fire for 120 minutes at 750°C.
Resists fire for 180 minutes at 950°C.
Standard
IEC 60332 & GB/T 18380.3
IEC 60331 & GB/T 19216.2 1-2003
IEC 60331 & GB/T 19216.2 1-2003
Applications
Construction: High-rise buildings, residential complexes, and malls. Transportation: Subways, railways, and airports Industrial: Power plants, petrochemical plants, workshops. Data Center: Communication and server facilities
Used in critical power supply systems like emergency lighting,fire alarms, and other
Best to use in extreme environments, including high-risk areas like hospitals

Product Specifications and Samples

Product Name
Description
ZR-YJV
XLPE Insulated PVC Sheathed Flame Retardant Power Cable
ZR-VV
PVC Insulated & Sheathed Flame Retardant Power Cable
ZR-YJY
XLPE Insulated PVC Sheathed Flame Retardant Power cable
NH-VV
PVC Insulated & Sheathed Fire Resistance Power Cable
NH-YJV
XLPE Insulated PVC Sheathed Fire Resistance Power Cable
NH-YJY
XLPE Insulated PE Sheathed Fire Resistance Power Cable
NG-A (BTLY)
Flexible Mineral Insulated Metal Sheathed Cable With Class A Fire Resistance
BTRY
Flexible Mineral Insulated Metal Sheathed Cable
Z-GA
Extreme Class A+ Fire Resistance Cable

Halogen Free Low Smoke Cable Types

Type LSZH (Low Smoke & Zero Halogen) LS5 (Low Smoke & Standard Halogen) LSF (Low Smoke Flame Retardant) LSOH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen) HFFR (Halogen Free Flame Retardant)
Structure Designed with halogen-free materials and a low-smoke, flame-retardant sheath. Made with materials with standard halogen content and low smoke emission. Used especially when halogen-free is not compulsory. Features low-smoke, flame-retardant materials for fire-prone environments. Uses low-smoke, zero halogen materials to reduce the emission of toxic gases and smoke in case of fire situations. Designed with halogen-free materials and a flame-retardant sheath to reduce smoke and prevent fire hazards.
Function Minimizes toxic smoke and halogen emissions during fire, and boosts fire safety in enclosed spaces. Reduces smoke and toxic gas emissions, with less emphasis on halogen-free materials. Provides fire resistance and is often used in environments with moderate fire risk. Offers high fire safety with no halogen and is best used in confined spaces like tunnels and subways. Designed to offer halogen-free and flame-retardant materials for industrial facilities.
Application Used in areas like tunnels, subways, and public spaces with high traffic for minimal emissions . Used in places like public buildings where halogen-free materials are not required. Used in residential buildings, office areas, and other environments where halogen-free is not needed Best for high-risk environments like tunnels, subways, and airports where both fire reduction and halogen-free properties are needed. Used in high safety-risk areas such as hospitals, schools, and data centers where fire resistance and protection are important.

Product Specifications and Samples

Product Name Description
WD-YJY XLPE Insulated PE Sheathed Halogen-Free Low Smoke Power Cable
WD-KYJY XLPE Insulated PE Sheathed Halogen-Free Low Smoke Control Cable
WD-VV PVC Insulated PE Sheathed Halogen-Free Low Smoke Power Cable

Metal Shielded Cable

Type MSA (Metal Shielded Cable)
Structure Metal shield wraps around the cable, protecting against electromagnetic interference (EMI) and physical damage.
Function The cable shields from EMI with mechanical strength for stable signal transmission even in harsh environments.
Application Found in control systems, power distribution, and in industrial facilities that have high electromagnetic interference (EMI)
Standards Follows electrical standards such as IEC 60502 and UL 1072 for medium and high-voltage power cables.

Product Specifications and Samples

Product Name Description
YJVP XLPE Insulated PVC Sheathed Metal Shielded Power Cable
YJYP XLPE Insulated PE Sheathed Metal Shielded Power Cable
VVP PVC Insulated & Sheathed Metal Shielded Power Cable

Aluminium Core Cable

Type ACA (Aluminium Core Cable)
Structure Features aluminum conductors instead of copper for reduced weight and expense of cable.
Function Cost-effective solution with lightweight electrical transmission, especially for offering good conductivity in low and medium voltage applications.
Application Used mainly in power distribution, in overhead power lines and long-distance electrical transmission.
Standards Follow the standards; IEC 60502-1 for medium-voltage cables and IEEE 1283 for overhead power lines.

Product Specifications and Samples

Product Name Description
YJLV XLPE Insulated PVC Sheathed Aluminium Core Power Cable
VLV PVC Insulated & Sheathed Aluminium Core Power Cable

Flexible Cable

Type FC (Flexible Cable)
Structure Consist of multiple fine strands of copper or aluminum wire that provide flexibility and ease of movement.
Function Flexible in applications that require frequent bending, movement, or installation in tight spaces
Application Used in machinery, robotics, portable equipment, and power tools, where cables bend or move frequently.
Standards Meets industry standards; IEC 60227 for PVC insulated cables and UL 62 for flexible cables used in portable devices.

Product Specifications and Samples

Product Name Description
YJYR XLPE Insulated PE Sheathed Flexible Power Cable
YJVR XLPE Insulated PVC Sheathed Flexible Power Cable
BTRY Flexible Mineral Insulated Cable
RVV PVC Insulated & Sheathed Flexible Cable

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Frequently Asked Questions

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1. What is a Mineral Insulated Cable?
Mineral insulated, also known as MI cable, is a copper sheathed cable insulated by mineral material to protect against high temperature, electrical faults, and any possible damage.
2. What are Flexible Mineral Insulated & Sheathed Cables used for?
These cables are mainly used to resist heat in case of fire and offer safety wiring in buildings and industrial installations.
3. What is the purpose of Mineral Insulation?
Mineral insulation is used for thermal resistance and fire resistance. With this insulation, the cable can keep up in extreme temperatures and provides safety.
4. What is the temperature range of this cable?
The cable effectively operates within a temperature range of -40°C to +250°C.
5. In which applications can we use this cable?
This cable can be used in high-risk industries like power stations, petrochemical plants, or mines to transmit power.
6. Is mineral insulated and sheathed cable resistant to flame?
Yes, mineral insulation is flame retardant as it uses non-combustible materials. It won’t ignite or spread a fire.
7. What is the minimum order quantity (MoQ) for this cable?

It depends on your needs and the project scope. You can contact us, and we can discuss your requirements and the solutions you expect.

8. What is your typical lead time for wholesale orders?

We offer a standard lead time for orders, which is approximately 15 days. This may vary depending on the requirements of your order. But still, we will make sure to deliver them on time without delays.

9. Do you sell products in stock or custom-made?

We offer in-stock products as well as custom-made options. Choose from our available stock or request customization of your products according to your preferences.

10. What are the personalization options you provide?

The customization offered will be based on cable models and specifications for your local area. We’ll work with you and offer products that meet your exact needs and specifications.

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