Custom EN50618 PV1-F Waterproof Floating Photovoltaic Cable
Technical Specifications
- Standard & Certification: EN 50618, PV1-F, TUV, IEC 62930
- Conductor: Tinned copper, Class 5 (IEC 60228)
- Insulation: Electron beam cross-linked XLPE
- Outer Sheath: Halogen-free, flame-retardant, UV-resistant compound
- Voltage Rating: 1.5kV DC (1500V DC)
- Operating Temperature: -40°C to +90°C
- Waterproof Rating: AD8 (Suitable for continuous water immersion)
- UV & Weather Resistance: Excellent for long-term outdoor use
- Flame Retardancy: IEC 60332-1, IEC 60754-1/2
- Mechanical Flexibility: Highly flexible for easy installation
- Available Sizes: 4mm², 6mm², 10mm², 16mm² (custom sizes available)
Key Features
✅ Superior Waterproof Protection (AD8 Rated): Designed for floating solar power systems, ensuring long-term operation in wet environments.
✅ High UV & Weather Resistance: Withstands direct sunlight, rain, and extreme temperatures for maximum durability.
✅ Halogen-Free & Flame Retardant: Reduces fire risks and toxic emissions, enhancing installation safety.
✅ Tinned Copper Conductor: Provides superior corrosion resistance, improving electrical conductivity.
✅ Certified to EN50618 & PV1-F: Compliant with international safety and performance standards for solar installations.
Applications
- Floating Solar Farms: Ideal for solar power plants on lakes, reservoirs, and offshore platforms.
- Water-Based PV Systems: Designed for renewable energy projects on dams, fish farms, and irrigation ponds.
- Harsh Environmental Installations: Suitable for coastal, marine, and high-humidity areas.
- Ground-Mounted & Rooftop PV Systems: Versatile for both floating and traditional solar applications.
Here is a table summarizing the certifications, test details, specifications, and applications of floating solar cables in different countries.
Country/Region |
Certification |
Test Details |
Specifications |
Application Scenarios |
Europe (EU) |
EN 50618 (H1Z2Z2-K) |
UV resistance, ozone resistance, water immersion test, flame retardant (IEC 60332-1), weather resistance (HD 605/A1) |
Voltage: 1500V DC, Conductor: Tinned Copper, Insulation: XLPO, Jacket: UV-resistant XLPO |
Floating solar farms, offshore solar installations, marine solar applications |
Germany |
TUV Rheinland (TUV 2PfG 1169/08.2007) |
UV, ozone, flame retardant (IEC 60332-1), water immersion test (AD8), aging test |
Voltage: 1500V DC, Conductor: Tinned Copper, Insulation: XLPE, Outer sheath: UV-resistant XLPO |
Floating PV systems, hybrid renewable energy platforms |
United States |
UL 4703 |
Wet and dry location suitability, sunlight resistance, FT2 flame test, cold bend test |
Voltage: 600V / 1000V / 2000V DC, Conductor: Tinned Copper, Insulation: XLPE, Outer sheath: PV-resistant material |
Floating PV projects on reservoirs, lakes, and offshore platforms |
China |
GB/T 39563-2020 |
Weather resistance, UV resistance, AD8 water resistance, salt spray test, fire resistance |
Voltage: 1500V DC, Conductor: Tinned Copper, Insulation: XLPE, Jacket: UV-resistant LSZH |
Floating solar plants on hydroelectric reservoirs, aquaculture solar farms |
Japan |
PSE (Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Act) |
Water resistance, weather resistance, oil resistance, flame retardant test |
Voltage: 1000V DC, Conductor: Tinned Copper, Insulation: XLPE, Jacket: Weather-resistant material |
Floating PV on irrigation ponds, offshore solar farms |
India |
IS 7098 / MNRE Standards |
UV resistance, temperature cycling, water immersion test, high humidity resistance |
Voltage: 1100V / 1500V DC, Conductor: Tinned Copper, Insulation: XLPE, Sheath: UV-resistant PVC/XLPE |
Floating PV on artificial lakes, canals, reservoirs |
Australia |
AS/NZS 5033 |
UV resistance, mechanical impact test, AD8 water immersion test, flame retardant |
Voltage: 1500V DC, Conductor: Tinned Copper, Insulation: XLPE, Jacket: LSZH |
Floating solar power plants for remote and coastal areas |
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