Cable Design
Cable design involves selecting the right materials, construction, and configuration to meet electrical, thermal, and mechanical requirements. This section covers insulation types, dielectric losses, sheath currents, and performance considerations.
You’ll also find guidance on optimising cable design for efficiency, reliability, and service life in a range of electrical applications.
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Articles
Halogen-Free Cable Compounds: Properties and Comparison
A comparison of halogen-free cable compounds, including non-cross-linked and cross-linked polymer properties for LSZH cable designs.
Updated May 27, 2026
Elastomeric Cable Insulation Materials: Properties and Comparison
A comparison of elastomeric cable insulation materials, including rubber compounds, silicone rubber, EPR, EVA, CR and CSM properties.
Updated May 27, 2026
Cable Insulation: Thermoplastic and Thermosetting Materials
An overview of cable insulation materials, including thermoplastic and thermosetting insulation and their common current-rating temperatures.
Updated May 27, 2026
CPR: Construction Products Regulation for Cables
CPR cable classification explained, including reaction-to-fire classes, labelling and specifying CPR-rated cables for construction works.
Updated June 5, 2026
Cable Design, Cable Installation
Geometric Mean Distance for Cable Spacing Calculations
Definition and formulae for geometric mean distance in cable spacing, inductance, reactance and impedance calculations.
Updated May 27, 2026