535 MCM Diesel Locomotive Cable, 2000V

535 MCM Diesel Locomotive Cable (DLO) is an extra-flexible 2000V single-conductor industrial power cable engineered for heavy feeder runs, main generator leads, and high-vibration industrial power distribution. Constructed with finely stranded tinned copper, heavy-duty EPR insulation, and a pressure-extruded Chlorinated Polyethylene (CPE) jacket, it delivers maximum flexibility, vibration resistance, and chemical protection for demanding 731-amp power circuits.

Dual-rated as Type RHH/RHW-2 (600V and 2000V) under UL 44 and Tray Cable rated (TC) for 1/0 AWG and larger, this cable handles dynamic equipment movement while remaining fully code-compliant for permanent cable tray and raceway installations.

Key Features & Benefits

• Corrosion-Resistant Tinned Copper: Built with high-strand tinned annealed copper (ASTM B-33/B-172) to prevent conductor oxidation, ensure long-lasting terminations, and provide superior flexibility for pulling through complex tray networks and conduits.

• Premium EPR Insulation: Thermoset Ethylene Propylene Rubber (EPR) insulation delivers excellent dielectric strength, handling continuous 2000V electrical loads without thermal breakdown, cracking, or softening.

• Ultra-Rugged CPE Outer Jacket: Heavy-duty Black Chlorinated Polyethylene (CPE) thermosetting compound provides extreme resistance to oil, grease, petrochemical solvents, ozone, weather, and continuous UV exposure.

• Tray Cable (TC) & Dual-Rated Compliance: Certified as 2kV DLO for flexible machinery leads, dual-rated as 600V/2000V RHH/RHW-2 under UL 44, and rated for Cable Tray (CT) use in sizes 1/0 AWG and larger.

• Sub-Zero Cold Flexibility: Rated for -40°C low-temperature flexibility, preventing jacket cracking or stiffening during dynamic payouts and cold-weather pulls.

• Code-Compliant Industrial Build: Preferred by electrical contractors, utility solar EPCs, and plant engineers requiring dual UL 44 RHH/RHW-2 ratings, Cable Tray (CT) approvals, and MSHA flame compliance.

• Custom Cut-to-Length: Wire America supplies 535 MCM DLO cable cut by the foot with zero cut fees, saving you material waste and jobsite prep time.

Technical Specifications

• Conductor Size: 535 MCM

• Conductor Stranding: 1325 Strands of 24 AWG (1325/#24)

• Conductor Material: Tinned Annealed Copper

• Insulation Material: Premium Ethylene Propylene Rubber (EPR)

• Jacket Material: Heavy-Duty Black Chlorinated Polyethylene (CPE)

• Voltage Rating: 2000V (DLO) / 600V & 2000V (Type RHH/RHW-2) / 1000V (CSA RW90)

• Ampacity: 731 Amps (Single conductor in free air @ 90°C conductor temp, 30°C ambient per NEC Table 310.17)

• Nominal Outer Diameter: Approx. 1.220" (Range: 1.196" min – 1.300" max)

• Approximate Net Weight: ~1,965 lbs / 1,000 ft (2924 kg/km)

• Temperature Rating: -40°C to +90°C (Continuous Wet or Dry)

• Minimum Bending Radius: 4 x OD (4.88" for Fixed Installation) / 6 x OD (7.32" for Flexible Application)

• Compliance Standards: UL Listed Type RHW-2 (UL 44), c(UL) RW90 EP 1kV, Rated for Cable Tray (CT) Use, MSHA Approved (P-7K-268080-01), VW-1 / FT4 Flame Test, IEEE 1202/FT4, AAR RP-586 / RP-588, RoHS Compliant.

Common Applications

• Diesel-Electric Locomotive Networks: Distributing high-amp energy paths between central engine generator blocks, dynamic braking grids, and heavy-duty wheel traction motors.

• Oil and Gas Drilling Rigs: Powering massive mud pumps, top drives, drawworks equipment, and offshore marine drilling platforms.

• Data Centers & Bulk Battery Storage Hubs: Interconnecting massive Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems, utility-scale battery storage arrays, and high-voltage emergency backup setups.

• Industrial Motor & Generator Leads: Acting as a flexible, high-current feeder line on mining shovels, heavy manufacturing motors, and large mobile generator sets.

• Shipboard & Marine Power Distribution: Supplying heavy-duty flexible power trunks across shipyards, commercial transport vessels, and marine docks.

TECHNICAL & CODE COMPLIANCE NOTICE: Product specifications, outer dimensions, stranding layouts, and weight figures are nominal manufacturer estimates based on industry standards and are subject to normal manufacturing tolerances. Ampacity ratings are derived from National Electrical Code (NEC®) Table 310.17 for single conductors in free air at 30°C ambient and 90°C continuous conductor operation. Final cable selection, conduit fill sizing, and installation methods must be verified by a qualified engineer or licensed electrician in accordance with local building regulations and the latest NEC standards.

• Diesel-Electric Locomotive Traction Motors: Functions as the primary high-flexibility power lead supplying high-voltage current from the main diesel generator to the traction motors on railroad locomotives and rolling stock.
• Massive Industrial Motor Leads: Connects massive high-horsepower industrial electric motors, pumps, and compressors to power sources where extreme mechanical vibration would shear solid or standard-stranded cabling.
• Oil & Gas Drilling Rig Power Infrastructure: Deployed extensively on onshore and offshore drilling platforms to supply 2000V electricity to top drives, mud pumps, and heavy-duty drawworks systems.
• Telecom & Data Center Backup Power: Serves as the central, high-ampacity distribution trunk cable connecting massive backup battery banks and backup power systems to telecommunications grids and server frames.
• Heavy Mining & Earth-Moving Machinery: Routes raw power through articulation points and moving joints on continuous miners, draglines, and large electric shovels operating in aggressive environments.
• Shipyard & Marine Vessel Power Links: Deployed as heavy-duty shore-power lines, marine shipboard distribution cables, and shipyard fabrication grid feeders due to its high salt-spray and moisture resistance.

Who Relies on 535 MCM DLO 2000V?

• Railroad & Transit Engineering: Heavily utilized in locomotive assembly plants, maintenance yards, and regional transit authorities for heavy rolling stock overhauls.
• Heavy Industrial Infrastructure & Mining: Integrated into deep-earth mining networks, aggregate processing mills, and heavy earth-moving equipment fleets.
• Marine & Off-Shore Construction: Selected by shipyard contractors and offshore energy firms requiring rugged, corrosion-resistant, high-amperage electrical lines.
• Critical Facility Data Centers: Implemented in the construction of large-scale cloud computing facilities and telecom central hubs for high-density power delivery.

Core Professionals & Buyers

• Heavy Industrial & Marine Electricians: Field technicians who choose Diesel Locomotive Cable (DLO) for its fine Class I tinned copper stranding (1325/24 layout), allowing a massive 1-inch thick cable to bend smoothly around tight structural radii.
• Rig Electrical Engineers & SUE Contractors: Procurement managers who specify DLO because its premium-grade Ethylene Propylene Rubber (EPR) insulation handles up to 2000V with extreme dielectric strength.
• Project Estimators & Industrial Procurement Officers: System designers tracking mechanical wear budgets who rely on the rugged Chlorinated Polyethylene (CPE) thermoset jacket to resist oil, acids, heat, and flame without degrading.
• Electrical & Mine Inspectors (MSHA/UL): Safety code compliance officers who verify Dual-Rated RHH/RHW-2 classifications and MSHA flame-resistance approvals for high-amperage cable installations in hazardous tray systems.

⚠️ The applications listed below are for informational and educational purposes only. Electrical code requirements vary significantly by region. Always consult a licensed electrician and your local building authority to verify compliance with the National Electrical Code (NEC®) for your specific project before purchasing or installing cable.

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.