Overview
| Model NO. | RV-K / Flexible XLPE Power Cable / YJVR / N2XY-Flex | Application | Renewable Energy Integration,Industrial Plants & Yards,residential expansion loops,Construction Power Station Wiring |
| Voltage | Low Voltage | Conductor | Copper |
| Insulation Material | XLPE | Jacket | PVC |
| Material Shape | Round | Temperature |
-10°C~90°C
|
| Certification | ISO, CCC, CE, RoHS, VDE | Conductor Type | Class 5 |
| Brand | ZhongYI | Voltage Type | 0.6/1KV |
| Company Name | ZHONGYI Cable Co., Ltd | CORE | Multi-core |
| Transport Package | Plastic Packaging and Cardboard Boxes | Specification | 1.5-400mm² |
| Origin | HEBEI China | Color | black |
RV-K / YJVR Cable Core Technical Specifications & Data Sheet
| Nominal cross-sectional area (mm²) | Common AWG | Conductor structure (No./single wire diameter mm) | Nominal insulation thickness (mm) | Average outer diameter (mm) | Max DC resistance of conductor at 20 ℃ (Ω/km) | Approx. weight kg/km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 | 16 | 30/0.25 (Class 5) | 0.7 | 6.0 | 13.3 | 56 |
| 2.5 | 14 | 49/0.25 (Class 5) | 0.7 | 6.6 | 7.98 | 75 |
| 4 | 12 | 56/0.30 (Class 5) | 0.7 | 7.7 | 4.95 | 105 |
| 6 | 10 | 84/0.30 (Class 5) | 0.7 | 8.5 | 3.30 | 140 |
| 10 | 8 | 80/0.40 (Class 5) | 0.7 | 10.2 | 1.91 | 215 |
| 16 | 6 | 126/0.40 (Class 5) | 0.8 | 11.8 | 1.21 | 305 |
Features
RV-K vs YJVR vs Flexible Cu/XLPE/PVC vs N2XY-Flex Cable Comparison Table
| Model / Term | Standard System Origin | Voltage Rating (U0/U) | Technical Structure Details | Global Market Context |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RV-K | European Standard (UNE 21123 / CENELEC) | 0.6/1 kV | Class 5 flexible copper, 90°C XLPE insulation, flexible heavy-duty PVC outer jacket. | The most dominant commercial code in Europe, North Africa, and Latin America for industrial wiring. |
| YJVR | Chinese National Standard (GB/T 12706) | 0.6/1 kV | Class 5 flexible bare copper, XLPE insulation, PVC outer sheath. Exactly equivalent to RV-K in geometry. | Standard code used within China and by foreign buyers maintaining Chinese-manufactured factory machinery. |
| Flexible Cu/XLPE/PVC | International Standard (IEC 60502-1) | 0.6/1 kV | Generic literal material description according to official IEC technical nomenclature. | Universal standard descriptive term used globally in engineering design specifications and bid tenders. |
| N2XY-Flex | German VDE Concept (DIN VDE 0276) | 0.6/1 kV | Modified code based on rigid N2XY cable, representing the integration of Class 5 conductors into German VDE spec. | Highly recognized conceptual name among Central/Eastern European electrical consultants and German engineers. |
90°C XLPE Insulation: Offers higher current-carrying capacity and superior thermal aging resistance compared to standard PVC insulated cables.
High Flexibility: Built with Class 5 fine-stranded pure copper conductors, making it easy to bend and route in complex industrial spaces.
Flame Retardant & Durable: Engineered with a robust PVC outer jacket that provides excellent mechanical safety and reliable flame retardancy.
Chemical & Oil Resistance: The heavy-duty PVC compound formulation effectively protects the cable from moisture, soil acids, and industrial oils.
Application
Industrial Plant Machinery: Ideal for flexible power supply and connections inside heavy machinery, manufacturing equipment, and assembly lines.
Substation & Switchgear Connection: Used for dynamic power wiring in electrical cabinets, distribution boards, and power transformer connections.
Cable Trays & Ducts: Perfect for fixed installations in cable trays, open air, conduits, or under-plaster channels where flexibility is required during installation.
Renewable Energy Projects: Suitable for auxiliary low-voltage power transmission networks in solar farms and wind power installations.
Certification
Factory
FAQ
1. What makes the Class 5 flexible conductor in the RV-K / N2XY cable superior for industrial routing?
Core Flexibility Advantage:
Our RV-K cable features Class 5 high-flexibility conductors composed of multiple strands of fine, annealed bare copper wires. Compared to rigid Class 1 solid or Class 2 stranded cables, this highly flexible design significantly reduces the minimum bending radius. It allows engineers and electrical contractors to easily maneuver the cable through tight panel spaces, complex industrial machinery, and intricate cable trays without causing conductor fatigue or kinking.
2. What does the 'N2XY' designation mean regarding its material composition and standards?
Standard Nomenclature Breakdown:
Under the strict European VDE standard nomenclature, ‘N’ represents standard European cable core configuration; ‘2X’ signifies high-performance Cross-linked Polyethylene (XLPE) insulation; and ‘Y’ stands for the durable Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) outer protective jacket. Melding this with the RV-K framework ensures you get a cable that combines the intense environmental resistance of an N2XY power wire with the supreme handling flexibility of an RV-K installation cable.
3. Can the RV-K / N2XY cable be safely utilized for outdoor direct burial or wet conditions?
Environmental Performance Limits:
Yes. Thanks to the chemical stability of the XLPE insulation and the robust weather-resistant properties of our outer PVC compound, our RV-K / N2XY cable is rated for excellent moisture, UV, and chemical resistance. It operates flawlessly in wet indoor environments, open-air setups, and even direct underground burial—provided proper mechanical protection (such as cable ducting) is used to account for its unarmored structure.
4. What are the rated voltage and continuous thermal capacities for this industrial power wire?
Voltage Ratings & Thermal Thresholds:
Our RV-K / N2XY flexible power cable is thoroughly engineered for low-voltage power distribution, carrying a standard rating of 0.6/1kV (600V/1000V). Equipped with premium XLPE insulation, it safely supports a continuous maximum conductor operating temperature of 90°C. During temporary emergency grid overloads or short-circuit events, the cable is certified to withstand brief thermal spikes up to 250°C.
5. Does ZHONGYI CABLE support custom core color identification and wholesale shipping options?
B2B Supply Chain & OEM Customization:
Absolutely. As a dedicated B2B wire manufacturer, we offer our RV-K / N2XY cables in single-core and multi-core configurations (up to 5 cores or more for control applications). We fully support standard European harmonized color coding (including Green/Yellow earth cores). Wholesale orders are packed tightly on lightweight easy-pull coils or heavy-duty wooden drums based on cross-sectional size, complete with standard routine factory test certificates.
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