Northern Cables TECK90 Vertical

September 2, 2024

Northern Cables Inc.’s TECK90 is an interlocked armoured cable for use in petro-chemical, pulp and paper, and other industrial application environments. TECK90 can be used in open and concealed wiring, direct burial, and in hazardous locations.

The insulated conductors are made with cross-linked polyethylene and twisted with an uninsulated ground wire. The twisted core is covered with a PVC jacket, then covered with either interlocked aluminum or galvanized steel, and covered with a PVC jacket over the armour.

TECK90 is manufactured to CSA C22.2#131 and CSA C22.2 #174 to allow it to meet the certain CSA tests including; flame test FT4,-40C cold temperature impact test, low acid gas and sunlight resistance.

TECK90 is available in 600 and 1000-volt constructions from #14 to 500 kcmil in copper. Cables can be manufactured up to 50 conductors. Custom cables are available upon request including composites, vertical riser, and coloured jackets.

Ideal for:

  • Vertical applications
  • Concealed wiring in both dry and wet areas
  • Exposed wiring, even in corrosive environments
  • Weather-exposed installations
  • Ventilated, non-ventilated, and ladder-type cable trays
  • Direct earth burial with required protection
  • Service entrance, above or below ground
  • Variable frequency drive applications

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