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TYPE 241 1.1 – 11kv

UNDERGROUND MINE CABLES

Semiconductive screened cable for general use to AS/NZS 1802. Type 241 cables are widely used for underground coal mining trailing and reeling applications requiring enhanced mechanical protection beyond light-duty constructions.

APPLICATION:

1.1/1.1 kV to 11/11 kV general purpose cable used for continuous miners, or feeder cables to pumps. Also commonly used for monorails supplying DCBs and longwalls. Typically, a more flexible cable for use is a semiconductive screen instead of a metal screen.

ZNERGY ENGINEERING RESPONSE:

Znergy Type 241 and 241S constructions focus on improved sheath durability, stable screen geometry to resist migration, and balanced flexibility to extend service life without compromising handling.

USE WHEN: Medium to heavy trailing duty, moderate reeling, elevated abrasion exposure.

DO NOT USE WHEN: Extreme crush risk or heavy impact dominates continuously.

APPROVALS / STANDARDS

AS/NZS 1802

VOLTAGE OPTIONS AVAILABLE

241.1 – 1.1/1.1 kV

241.3 – 3.3/3.3 kV

241.11 – 11/11 kV

BEHAVIOUR IN FLAME & FIRE

Fire retardant — self-extinguishing per AS/NZS 1802.

FLEXIBILITY

Flexible — designed for trailing and moderate reeling applications with repeated handling cycles.

RESISTANCE TO

Chemical exposureVery good / Frequent
Mechanical impactHeavy
Water exposureImmersion / Temporary coverage
Solar radiation & WeatherSuitable for direct exposure
Ozone & ageingExcellent — EPR/PCP resists cracking

ELECTRICAL PERFORMANCE

PropertySpecification
Voltage Range1.1/1.1 kV to 11/11 kV
Insulation systemEPR (R-EP-90) — Ethylene Propylene Rubber
Conductor materialClass 5 flexible tinned annealed copper
Screen typeSemiconductive elastomer (not metal screen— higher flexibility)
Voltage test (11 kV)28 kV AC for 5 minutes

MECHANICAL PROPERTIES

PropertySpecification
Flexibilitysuitable for trailing & moderate reeling
Jacket materialHD-85-PCP (Polychloroprene) with open weave reinforcement
Mechanical impactHeavy designed for elevated abrasion exposure
Min. bending radius6× OD static | 8× OD dynamic / reeling
Screen stabilitySemiconductive elastomer — resists migration under torsion

CABLE DESIGN

Semiconductive elastomer screened power cores, with three earth cores and one extensible pilot.

Core: Metal: tinned copper, three core three earths plus central pilot.

Conductor separator tape: 1.1/1.1 kV – polyester where necessary. 3.3 kV and above – semiconductive screen.

Insulation: EPR (R-EP-90) core with durably printed core numbers at intervals less than 300 mm, on black semiconductive insulation screen for phase identification.

Screen: Semiconductive elastomer screen.

Pilot: Single, in centre of cable. Maximum DC resistance; 5.5 Ω/100m for power cores to 35mm2. 3 Ω/100m for power conductors above 35mm2.

Earth: Three semiconductive elastomer covered flexible earths, located in the interstices.

Sheath: Open weave reinforcement, under heavy duty HD-85-PCP.

Common failure modes in standard constructions include screen migration under torsional stress, sheath cracking from repeated dragging, and reduced service life when cables are underspecified for duty cycle.

TYPICAL APPLICATIONS

  • Underground coal mine trailing & reeling duties (medium to heavy)
  • Continuous miners and longwall feeder cables
  • Monorails supplying DCBs and longwall equipment
  • Feeder cables to pumps, fans and auxiliary equipment Applications
  • requiring semiconductive screen (more flexible than metal screen)
  • Where Type 209 is underspecified for the mechanical duty cycle

OPERATING TEMPERATURE RANGE

PropertySpecification
Maximum Operating Temperature+90°C
Minimum Operating Temperature-25°C
Short-Circuit TemperatureUp to +250°C
Emergency Rating+130°C