Slocable Rodent and Ant Proof Solar Cable
- Color: Red/Black/Grey/Brown
- Conductor: Class 5 (Flexible) Tinned Copper
- Insulation: Low Smoke Halogen Free XLPE/XLPO
- Electrical Performance: Low Voltage 1,5/1,5KV · ( 1,8) KV DC
- Packaging: Available in rolls and drums (lengths from 50 to 3000 m)
- UV Resistant: based on EN 50618
- TUV 2PfG 1169 /08.2007 & EN50618: 2014& IEC 62930 131
The solar PV cable features rodent and termite resistance via integrated repellent additives & durable armor design. It offers high-voltage stability, weatherproof performance and reliable power transmission. Ideal for utility-scale solar farms, outdoor PV projects and humid/subterranean installations, it avoids damage from pests. Easy to install, compliant with global standards, it reduces maintenance costs and extends system lifespan effectively.
Slocable Rodent and Ant Proof Solar Cable Parameter
| Size | Conductor diameter | Insulation thickness | Sheath thickness | Max.Outer diameter | Max cond. Resistance at 20℃ | Approx. cable weight |
| mm² | mm | mm | mm | mm | Ohms/km | Kg/km |
| 1.5mm² | 1.6 | 0.7 | 0.8 | 4.7 | 13.7 | 34 |
| 2.5mm² | 2 | 0.7 | 0.8 | 5.1 | 8.21 | 45 |
| 4mm² | 2.5 | 0.7 | 0.8 | 5.6 | 5.09 | 60 |
| 6mm² | 3.2 | 0.7 | 0.8 | 6.3 | 3.39 | 80 |
| 10mm² | 4 | 0.7 | 0.8 | 7.2 | 1.95 | 118 |
| 16mm² | 5.2 | 0.7 | 0.9 | 9.0 | 1.24 | 190 |
| 25mm² | 6.5 | 0.9 | 1 | 11 | 0.795 | 297 |
| 35mm² | 7.6 | 0.9 | 1.1 | 12.4 | 0.565 | 393 |
| 50mm² | 9.4 | 1 | 1.2 | 14.4 | 0.393 | 545 |
| 70mm² | 12 | 1.1 | 1.2 | 17.2 | 0.277 | 808 |
| 95mm² | 14 | 1.1 | 1.3 | 19.4 | 0.210 | 988 |
| 120mm² | 15.5 | 1.2 | 1.3 | 21 | 0.164 | 1271 |
Electrical Characteristics
| Rated voltage | 1500V DC |
| Max. conductor temperature | +120°C |
| Maximum short-circuit temperature | 250ºC (max. 5 s). |
| Ambient temperature | -40~+90°C |
| Dielectric Strength(AC) | 6.5 KV/5Min. |
| Expected period of use | ≥25 years |
| Reference Standard | EN 50618:2014, IEC 62930 |
Key Features & Benefits
High Surface Hardness
Utilizes specialized outer sheathing (such as Nylon 12 or high-density polymers) that creates a smooth, hard surface. This prevents rodents from getting a "grip" to gnaw and stops termites from penetrating the jacket.
Chemical Repellency
Incorporates non-toxic, long-lasting chemical additives like capsaicin (pepper extract) or bittering agents. these cause intense sensory irritation to rodents, forcing them to abandon the cable immediately.
Olfactory & Gustatory Deterrence
The outer layer is engineered to release specific scents and flavors that are naturally repellent to termites and burrowing insects, creating a "no-go zone" around the cable run.
Mechanical Armor Protection
For high-risk environments, cables feature a stainless steel braid or corrugated steel tape (CST) armor. This provides an impenetrable physical barrier that no biological pest can bite through.
Environmental Stability & Toxicity Control
Modern cables are designed to be Eco-friendly (RoHS & REACH compliant). The anti-pest additives are integrated into the polymer matrix so they do not leach into the soil or lose potency due to rain and UV exposure.
Corrosion & Chemical Resistance
Features a specialized jacket that is resistant to formic acid (secreted by termites) and acidic soils, ensuring the cable’s structural integrity is maintained for its 25-year service life.
