Intro to XLPE armored cables

Following is a short introductory brief on armored XLPE electric cables as a supplement to the original article, PVC PILC XLPE MICC cable installation .

Photo 1 – Armored XLPE cables on cable tray



In case some readers are confused why I give lengthy basics on the electrical engineering in this blog, please be reminded that this blog is intended for beginners.

Diagram 2 – Schematic diagram

PVC PILC XLPE MICC cable installation

The following sample specifications covers the installation of PVC, XLPE, PILC and MICC cables in a new high-rise office building.

Photo 1 – Electric cables installed on cable tray


UPDATE March 18, 2011: As part of the re-construction process of this blog, I will gradually upload photographs of real installations of electrical works.

The photos will be attached to the relevant existing posts