18-1C Type P Marine Shipboard Power Cable, Unarmored, 2kV

Parent SKU :  TYPEP18-2K

SKU :  TYPEP18-2K-250

OFFSHORE AND MARINE SHIPBOARD CABLE. DESIGNED FOR HARSH ENVIRONMENTS. FLEXIBLE.
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18 AWG-1C Type P Unarmored Marine Cable, 600V/1kV IEEE 1580 Shipboard Power Wire, Mud Resistant & Flexible for Offshore Rigs.
Wire Size 18 AWG
Conductor Material Tinned Copper
Conductor Type Stranded
Outer Diameter 0.232 in. / 5.89 mm
Conductor Count 1
Voltage Rating 2kV
Ampacity Rating 30
Weight per Foot 0.032 lb
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Product Details

Product Details
APPLICATION:
Unarmored Type P Power Cable is designed and constructed for the demanding environments of offshore drilling and petroleum facilities located throughout the world.

CONDUCTORS:
Soft annealed flexible stranded tinned copper per IEEE 1580 Table 11.

INSULATION / JACKET COLOR:
Black

INSULATION / JACKET:
Flame Retardant Cross-linked Polyolefin, meeting the requirements for IEEE 1580 Type P and UL 1309/CSA C22.2 No. 245 Type X110. 2000V/IEC 1000V

AMP RATING:
Free Air @ 110°C - 30 Amps
110°C - 17 Amps
100°C - 16 Amps
95°C - 20 Amps



FEATURES:
• High strand count conductors make this product extremely flexible, easier to install and more resistant to vibration than Type MC, IEC spec or commercial cables.
• Lower dielectric constant and higher insulation resistance reduces electrical losses.
• Excellent resistance to moisture produces stable electrical properties throughout the life of the cable.
• In fire conditions, non chlorinated flame retardant system produces less toxic and less corrosive gasses.
• Dual certified IEEE 1580 Type P and UL 1309/CSA C22.2 No. 245 Type X110.
• Highest ampacity ratings: ABS 100°C, DNV 95°C, LRS 95°C, Transport Canada 95°C
• Severe cold durability: exceeds CSA cold bend/cold impact (-40/-35° C)
• Flame retardant: 60332-3 Category A and IEEE 1202

Full Specifications

Full Specifications
Download Spec Sheet

Physical Specifications

Wire Size (AWG/MCM) 18 AWG
Conductor Material Tinned Copper
Conductor Type Stranded
Outer Diameter (OD) (in/mm) 0.232 in. / 5.89 mm
Conductor Count 1
Shield Unarmored
Insulation Type (XLPO) Cross-Linked Polyolefin
UL Listing Numbers UL 1309

Technical Specifications

Voltage Rating 2kV
Ampacity Rating 30
Submersible No
Sunlight Resistance Rating Yes
Temperature Rating 110°C
Standards NVE 95/1696, FAL
Transport Canada
Det Norske Veritas (DNV)
Lloyd's Register of Shipping (LRS)
American Bureau of Shipping
UL listed as Marine Shipboard Cable
United States Coast Guard
CSA listed as Marine Shipboard Cable
Miscellaneous Information Unarmored 3/0 and smaller has a jacket per UL 1309 & IEEE 1580. Cable diameters shown as nominal are subject to a ±5% manufacturing tolerance.

Usage & Installation

Primary ApplicationsShipboard Power, Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) Applications, Cable Tray Installations, Fixed and Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODUs), Industrial/Harsh Environments.
Common Uses
  • Oil rigs
  • drillships
  • production platforms
  • and FPSOs (Floating Production
  • Storage
  • and Offloading units). Commercial
  • military
  • and pleasure vessels for main power feeders
  • engine room circuits
  • and machinery controls. Refineries
  • pulp and paper mills
  • and industrial automation where rugged
  • flexible cable is needed.

Packaging & Dimensions:

Weight per Foot 0.032 lb

Shipping and Returns

Shipping and Returns

General Shipping Information

In-stock orders placed before 3pm EST typically ship within 1-2 business days. Our business days are Monday through Friday; we do not process orders on Saturday, Sunday, or major US Holidays.

You will receive an e-mail with a tracking number within 1-2 business days from the time its shipped. You will also be able to view your order status and tracking numbers in your account order history.

Expedited Shipping

Expedited shipments are delivered Monday-Friday except on US Holidays. The order must be placed before 12pm CST to ship same day ( Mon-Fri Only).

Returns

You have 30 days from the day you receive the item to contact us for a return. Returns are subject to a 30% Restocking Fee.

Please contact us at help@wireamerica.com to request a return authorization. Have your order number or name the order was placed with ready and we will email you an RMA (return) number and instructions for return. Currently, we do not offer exchanges. A new order must be placed if you need a different item. If you provide the new order number at the time of your return request, the restocking fee may be lowered.

Orders on any items with a material value of $50 or less are non-returnable.

Unarmored Type P Power Cable 2kV

Wire America | Wire Flexibility Series

This video shows the construction, jacket and flexibility of the 2/0 Unarmored Single Conductor, 10-4 Conductor and the 2/0-4 Conductor Type P 600/1000V Cables.

18-1C Type P Marine Shipboard Power Cable, Unarmored, 2kV

Parent SKU :  TYPEP18-2K

SKU :  TYPEP18-2K-250

OFFSHORE AND MARINE SHIPBOARD CABLE. DESIGNED FOR HARSH ENVIRONMENTS. FLEXIBLE.
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APPLICATION:
Unarmored Type P Power Cable is designed and constructed for the demanding environments of offshore drilling and petroleum facilities located throughout the world.

CONDUCTORS:
Soft annealed flexible stranded tinned copper per IEEE 1580 Table 11.

INSULATION / JACKET COLOR:
Black

INSULATION / JACKET:
Flame Retardant Cross-linked Polyolefin, meeting the requirements for IEEE 1580 Type P and UL 1309/CSA C22.2 No. 245 Type X110. 2000V/IEC 1000V

AMP RATING:
Free Air @ 110°C - 30 Amps
110°C - 17 Amps
100°C - 16 Amps
95°C - 20 Amps



FEATURES:
• High strand count conductors make this product extremely flexible, easier to install and more resistant to vibration than Type MC, IEC spec or commercial cables.
• Lower dielectric constant and higher insulation resistance reduces electrical losses.
• Excellent resistance to moisture produces stable electrical properties throughout the life of the cable.
• In fire conditions, non chlorinated flame retardant system produces less toxic and less corrosive gasses.
• Dual certified IEEE 1580 Type P and UL 1309/CSA C22.2 No. 245 Type X110.
• Highest ampacity ratings: ABS 100°C, DNV 95°C, LRS 95°C, Transport Canada 95°C
• Severe cold durability: exceeds CSA cold bend/cold impact (-40/-35° C)
• Flame retardant: 60332-3 Category A and IEEE 1202

Full Specifications

Full Specifications
Download Spec Sheet

Physical Specifications

Wire Size (AWG/MCM) 18 AWG
Conductor Material Tinned Copper
Conductor Type Stranded
Outer Diameter (OD) (in/mm) 0.232 in. / 5.89 mm
Conductor Count 1
Shield Unarmored
Insulation Type (XLPO) Cross-Linked Polyolefin
UL Listing Numbers UL 1309

Technical Specifications

Voltage Rating 2kV
Ampacity Rating 30
Submersible No
Sunlight Resistance Rating Yes
Temperature Rating 110°C
Standards NVE 95/1696, FAL
Transport Canada
Det Norske Veritas (DNV)
Lloyd's Register of Shipping (LRS)
American Bureau of Shipping
UL listed as Marine Shipboard Cable
United States Coast Guard
CSA listed as Marine Shipboard Cable
Miscellaneous Information Unarmored 3/0 and smaller has a jacket per UL 1309 & IEEE 1580. Cable diameters shown as nominal are subject to a ±5% manufacturing tolerance.

Usage & Installation

Primary ApplicationsShipboard Power, Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) Applications, Cable Tray Installations, Fixed and Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODUs), Industrial/Harsh Environments.
Common Uses
  • Oil rigs
  • drillships
  • production platforms
  • and FPSOs (Floating Production
  • Storage
  • and Offloading units). Commercial
  • military
  • and pleasure vessels for main power feeders
  • engine room circuits
  • and machinery controls. Refineries
  • pulp and paper mills
  • and industrial automation where rugged
  • flexible cable is needed.

Packaging & Dimensions:

Weight per Foot 0.032 lb

Shipping and Returns

Shipping and Returns

General Shipping Information

In-stock orders placed before 3pm EST typically ship within 1-2 business days. Our business days are Monday through Friday; we do not process orders on Saturday, Sunday, or major US Holidays.

You will receive an e-mail with a tracking number within 1-2 business days from the time its shipped. You will also be able to view your order status and tracking numbers in your account order history.

Expedited Shipping

Expedited shipments are delivered Monday-Friday except on US Holidays. The order must be placed before 12pm CST to ship same day ( Mon-Fri Only).

Returns

You have 30 days from the day you receive the item to contact us for a return. Returns are subject to a 30% Restocking Fee.

Please contact us at help@wireamerica.com to request a return authorization. Have your order number or name the order was placed with ready and we will email you an RMA (return) number and instructions for return. Currently, we do not offer exchanges. A new order must be placed if you need a different item. If you provide the new order number at the time of your return request, the restocking fee may be lowered.

Orders on any items with a material value of $50 or less are non-returnable.

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Unarmored Type P Power Cable 2kV

Wire America | Wire Flexibility Series

This video shows the construction, jacket and flexibility of the 2/0 Unarmored Single Conductor, 10-4 Conductor and the 2/0-4 Conductor Type P 600/1000V Cables.
18-1C Type P Marine Shipboard Power Cable, Unarmored, 2kV
Full Specifications

Physical Specifications

Wire Size (AWG/MCM) 18 AWG
Conductor Material Tinned Copper
Conductor Type Stranded
Outer Diameter (OD) (in/mm) 0.232 in. / 5.89 mm
Conductor Count 1
Shield Unarmored
Insulation Type (XLPO) Cross-Linked Polyolefin
UL Listing Numbers UL 1309

Technical Specifications

Voltage Rating 2kV
Ampacity Rating 30
Submersible No
Sunlight Resistance Rating Yes
Temperature Rating 110°C
Standards NVE 95/1696, FAL
Transport Canada
Det Norske Veritas (DNV)
Lloyd's Register of Shipping (LRS)
American Bureau of Shipping
UL listed as Marine Shipboard Cable
United States Coast Guard
CSA listed as Marine Shipboard Cable
Miscellaneous Information Unarmored 3/0 and smaller has a jacket per UL 1309 & IEEE 1580. Cable diameters shown as nominal are subject to a ±5% manufacturing tolerance.

Usage & Installation:

Primary ApplicationsShipboard Power, Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) Applications, Cable Tray Installations, Fixed and Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODUs), Industrial/Harsh Environments.
Common Uses
  • Oil rigs
  • drillships
  • production platforms
  • and FPSOs (Floating Production
  • Storage
  • and Offloading units). Commercial
  • military
  • and pleasure vessels for main power feeders
  • engine room circuits
  • and machinery controls. Refineries
  • pulp and paper mills
  • and industrial automation where rugged
  • flexible cable is needed.

Packaging & Dimensions:

Weight per Foot 0.032 lb
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AWG, or American Wire Gauge, is the standard system used primarily in North America to measure the diameter of electrical conductors. This system is critical because a wire's size directly impacts its electrical resistance and how much current (ampacity) it can safely carry. A key principle is that the smaller the AWG number, the larger the wire's diameter; for instance, 12 AWG is thicker and can carry more current than 14 AWG. Sizes beyond 0 AWG are referred to as "aught" (e.g., 1/0, 2/0). Selecting the correct AWG is essential for safe electrical installations, preventing overheating, and minimizing voltage drop.
Voltage drop is the natural reduction in electrical potential that occurs as current travels through a circuit, from the power source to a device. This happens because all wires inherently have resistance, which converts some electrical energy into heat, leading to a loss of voltage. While minor voltage drop is normal, excessive amounts can cause problems like dimming lights, slow or overheating motors, and erratic electronic behavior. It can also lead to higher energy consumption and, in severe cases, create safety hazards due to overheating wires. Key factors influencing voltage drop include the wire's length and thickness (gauge), the amount of current flowing through it, and the quality of electrical connections.
In electrical wiring, amps (amperes) measure the rate of electrical current flow. Think of it as the volume of electricity moving through the wire at any given time. Crucially, every electrical wire has an ampacity rating, which is the maximum current it can safely carry continuously without overheating. Exceeding a wire's ampacity can lead to insulation damage and fire hazards, highlighting why proper wire sizing based on expected amperage is vital for safe electrical systems.
A wire's ampacity, or its safe current-carrying capacity, changes with temperature primarily because of two factors. First, the electrical resistance of copper and aluminum wires increases as they get hotter, causing them to generate more heat when current flows. Second, every wire's insulation has a maximum temperature limit; exceeding this can cause degradation and safety hazards. Therefore, in hotter environments, a wire must carry less current to avoid exceeding its insulation's temperature rating. This ensures the wire remains safe and functional, preventing overheating and potential failures.
We aim to provide authentic, precise images of each wire; however, with various product variations, it can be challenging. In such instances, we focus on showcasing the fundamental design. Always refer to the product specifications rather than relying solely on images.
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