The purpose of purchasing the Cable, 1/0 ALCN EPR 25KV, 1/C is to upgrade the existing electrical distribution infrastructure to ensure reliable and efficient power delivery throughout the service area. This type of cable is specifically designed for high-voltage applications and is essential for supporting the increased demand and expanding the network's capacity. Specifications include, but are not limited to: Description: Underground primary distribution cable for installation in duct or direct burial rated 90°C, wet or dry, consisting of the following components: Conductor: Solid, #1/0 AWG, EC-1350 aluminum alloy, ASTM B609; Conductor Shield: Minimum 12 mil, semi-conducting, extruded, compatible, strippable; Insulation: 260 mil, extruded, thermosetting ethylene propylene rubber (EPR); Insulation Shield: Minimum 30 mil, free-stripping, semi-conducting; Neutral: Bare copper concentric, full neutral (16 x #14 or equivalent); Outer jacket: 45 mil, linear low-density polyethylene (HMWPE/LLDPE); Nominal outside diameter: 1.20 inches; Ampacity: 160 Amps (in conduit; 90°C conductor, 25°C earth ambient); Conductor shield, insulation and insulation shield to be applied in a continuous triple extrusion process; bare copper concentric neutral helically applied and uniformly spaced per ICEA S-94- 649. Cable shall be identified with manufacturer's name, size and type of conductor, thickness & type of insulation, sequential footage, rated voltage and year of manufacture. Jacket shall be extruded with 3 red stripes. Each reel shall indicate beginning and ending footage on side.
