400 MCM Aluminum URD Cable 35kV 100% Insulation | Water Block 1/3 Neutral

Parent SKU :  ALURDWB-35K-400-1/3

SKU :  ALURDWB-35K-400-1/3-250

TR-XLPE INSULATED • WATER BLOCK TECHNOLOGY • DIRECT BURIAL RATED
Wire Size 400 MCM
Conductor Material Aluminum
Outer Diameter 1.89 in. / 48.00 mm
Weight per Foot 1.624 lb

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APPLICATION:
Aluminum Conductor MV-105 35KV water blocked URD cable is primary used for underground power distribution for residential and commercial applications, installed in duct or direct burial. 35KV URD cable is suitable for use in wet or dry locations.

CONDUCTORS:
Compact or compressed aluminum 1350 in Class B stranding

CONDUCTOR WATER BLOCK:
Water block compound filled conductor or water swellable tape over the conductor.

CONDUCTOR SHIELD:
Semi-conducting compound extruded over the conductor

INSULATION:

Naturally high dielectric strength TR-XLPE in 100% insulation level extruded over the conductor shield

INSULATION SHIELD:
Semi-conducting compound extruded over the insulation, strippable

CONCENTRIC NEUTRAL WATER BLOCK:
Semi-conducting water swellable tape over the insulation shield or water-swellable powder between the concentric neutral strands

CONCENTRIC NEUTRAL:
20 #14 Annealed bare copper wires helically wrapped over the insulation shield, in 1/3 or other conductivities of the conductor

JACKET:
Sunlight resistant XLPE, black with three red stripes

CABLE MARKING:
PRIORITY WIRE AL TR-XLPE 35KV 100% INSUL LEVEL 345 MILS (UL) E364254 TYPE MV-105 XLPE WB SUN RES . Marking on Extruded Insulation Shield: SEMICONDUCTIVE – REMOVE BEFORE TERMINATING OR SPLICING




All values are nominal and subject to correction. Non-stock item available for order

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Physical Specifications

Wire Size (AWG/MCM) 400 MCM
Conductor Material Aluminum
Conductor Type Stranded
Outer Diameter (OD) (in/mm) 1.89 in. / 48.00 mm
Jacket Type XLPE
Conductor Count 1
Shield Shielded
Insulation Type TR-XLPE
UL Listing Numbers UL 1072

Technical Specifications

Voltage Rating 35kV
Direct Burial Rating Yes
Submersible No
Sunlight Resistance Rating Yes
Temperature Rating 105ºC
Standards ASTM B230 Aluminum 1350–H19 Wire for Electrical Purposes
ASTM B231 Concentric-Lay-Stranded Aluminum 1350 Conductors
ASTM B400 Compact Round Concentric-Lay-Stranded Aluminum 1350 Conductors
ASTM B3 Soft or Annealed Copper Wire
UL 1072 Medium-Voltage Power Cables
ICEA S-94-649 Concentric Neutral Cables Rated 5 Through 46KV
AEIC CS8 Extruded Dielectric, Shielded Power Cables Rated 5 Through 46KV
For 105°C continuous, 140°C emergency overload and 250°C short-circuit operation
Miscellaneous Information All values are nominal and subject to correction. Non-stock item available for order

Packaging & Dimensions:

Weight per Foot 1.624 lb

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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.

400 MCM Aluminum URD Cable 35kV 100% Insulation | Water Block 1/3 Neutral

Parent SKU :  ALURDWB-35K-400-1/3

SKU :  ALURDWB-35K-400-1/3-250

TR-XLPE INSULATED • WATER BLOCK TECHNOLOGY • DIRECT BURIAL RATED
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Parent SKU :  ALURDWB-35K-400-1/3

SKU :  ALURDWB-35K-400-1/3-250

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APPLICATION:
Aluminum Conductor MV-105 35KV water blocked URD cable is primary used for underground power distribution for residential and commercial applications, installed in duct or direct burial. 35KV URD cable is suitable for use in wet or dry locations.

CONDUCTORS:
Compact or compressed aluminum 1350 in Class B stranding

CONDUCTOR WATER BLOCK:
Water block compound filled conductor or water swellable tape over the conductor.

CONDUCTOR SHIELD:
Semi-conducting compound extruded over the conductor

INSULATION:

Naturally high dielectric strength TR-XLPE in 100% insulation level extruded over the conductor shield

INSULATION SHIELD:
Semi-conducting compound extruded over the insulation, strippable

CONCENTRIC NEUTRAL WATER BLOCK:
Semi-conducting water swellable tape over the insulation shield or water-swellable powder between the concentric neutral strands

CONCENTRIC NEUTRAL:
20 #14 Annealed bare copper wires helically wrapped over the insulation shield, in 1/3 or other conductivities of the conductor

JACKET:
Sunlight resistant XLPE, black with three red stripes

CABLE MARKING:
PRIORITY WIRE AL TR-XLPE 35KV 100% INSUL LEVEL 345 MILS (UL) E364254 TYPE MV-105 XLPE WB SUN RES . Marking on Extruded Insulation Shield: SEMICONDUCTIVE – REMOVE BEFORE TERMINATING OR SPLICING




All values are nominal and subject to correction. Non-stock item available for order

See Full Specifications

See Full Specifications

Physical Specifications

Wire Size (AWG/MCM) 400 MCM
Conductor Material Aluminum
Conductor Type Stranded
Outer Diameter (OD) (in/mm) 1.89 in. / 48.00 mm
Jacket Type XLPE
Conductor Count 1
Shield Shielded
Insulation Type TR-XLPE
UL Listing Numbers UL 1072

Technical Specifications

Voltage Rating 35kV
Direct Burial Rating Yes
Submersible No
Sunlight Resistance Rating Yes
Temperature Rating 105ºC
Standards ASTM B230 Aluminum 1350–H19 Wire for Electrical Purposes
ASTM B231 Concentric-Lay-Stranded Aluminum 1350 Conductors
ASTM B400 Compact Round Concentric-Lay-Stranded Aluminum 1350 Conductors
ASTM B3 Soft or Annealed Copper Wire
UL 1072 Medium-Voltage Power Cables
ICEA S-94-649 Concentric Neutral Cables Rated 5 Through 46KV
AEIC CS8 Extruded Dielectric, Shielded Power Cables Rated 5 Through 46KV
For 105°C continuous, 140°C emergency overload and 250°C short-circuit operation
Miscellaneous Information All values are nominal and subject to correction. Non-stock item available for order

Packaging & Dimensions:

Weight per Foot 1.624 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.

Physical Specifications

Wire Size (AWG/MCM) 400 MCM
Conductor Material Aluminum
Conductor Type Stranded
Outer Diameter (OD) (in/mm) 1.89 in. / 48.00 mm
Jacket Type XLPE
Conductor Count 1
Shield Shielded
Insulation Type TR-XLPE
UL Listing Numbers UL 1072

Technical Specifications

Voltage Rating 35kV
Direct Burial Rating Yes
Submersible No
Sunlight Resistance Rating Yes
Temperature Rating 105ºC
Standards ASTM B230 Aluminum 1350–H19 Wire for Electrical Purposes
ASTM B231 Concentric-Lay-Stranded Aluminum 1350 Conductors
ASTM B400 Compact Round Concentric-Lay-Stranded Aluminum 1350 Conductors
ASTM B3 Soft or Annealed Copper Wire
UL 1072 Medium-Voltage Power Cables
ICEA S-94-649 Concentric Neutral Cables Rated 5 Through 46KV
AEIC CS8 Extruded Dielectric, Shielded Power Cables Rated 5 Through 46KV
For 105°C continuous, 140°C emergency overload and 250°C short-circuit operation
Miscellaneous Information All values are nominal and subject to correction. Non-stock item available for order

Packaging & Dimensions:

Weight per Foot 1.624 lb

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Under standard conditions (90°C conductor, 20°C earth temperature, and 90 RHO soil resistivity), the ampacity for 400 MCM Aluminum is approximately 375 Amps when direct buried and 305 Amps when installed in an underground duct.

⚠️ CUSTOMER WARNING: Actual ampacity must be calculated based on your specific project conditions, including soil thermal resistivity (RHO), burial depth, duct bank configuration, and load factor per NEC Article 311. Consult a licensed electrical engineer for final system design.

The approximate outside diameter for this cable is between 1.45 and 1.55 inches. For a single cable, a 3-inch conduit is the standard choice. For a triplex installation (three cables twisted together), a 4-inch conduit is recommended. Using a 4-inch pipe ensures you stay within the 40% fill limit and reduces the risk of jacket abrasion during the pull.

Even at 400 MCM, aluminum strands can act like a straw, pulling moisture deep into the cable through capillary action. This cable features swellable water-blocking agents that expand when they come into contact with water. This creates a physical dam that stops moisture from traveling down the length of the conductor, preventing "water treeing" and extending the service life of the 35kV insulation.

The 1/3 Neutral means the copper concentric wires provide a cross-sectional area equal to one-third of the 400 MCM aluminum phase conductor. This is the industry standard for three-phase utility systems where loads are relatively balanced. It provides a reliable grounding path and fault current capacity while keeping the cable lighter and more cost-effective than a full-neutral alternative.

To protect the high-voltage insulation and the semiconductive shields from mechanical damage, you must respect the following limits:

  • During Installation (Pulling): 36 inches.
  • Final Training (Fixed): 18 inches.
    Exceeding these bend limits can cause the concentric neutrals to shift or the insulation to crack, leading to partial discharge and eventual cable failure once energized at 35,000 volts.
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