Whitney & Cooper supplies specialty cables for oil & gas—from rigs and offshore platforms to LNG plants. We spec-match power, control, instrumentation, VFD/drive, and medium-voltage constructions for harsh environments, then deliver with traceability, test reports, and compliance documentation. Send your cable schedule for best-fit options, vetted equivalents, and lead times.
NEK 606, Low-smoke, halogen-free constructions for enclosed spaces and passenger/crew safety. Designed for offshore drilling and petroleum facilities requiring reduced smoke and corrosive gases during fire events.
Specifications
Built for drilling and production environments where oil, mud, UV, vibration, and mechanical abuse are routine. Constructions align to IEEE 1580 / IEEE 45 marine & offshore practices and UL 1309 shipboard cable requirements.
Type P Flexible Armored & Sheathed Power Cable
Use: Feeder and distribution on rigs and support systems.
Voltage classes: 0.6/1 kV, 2 kV
Typical build: Flexible tinned-copper conductors; Type P cross-linked insulation; bronze-wire braid armor; Type N thermoset outer sheath.
Temperature rating: up to 125 °C (construction dependent)
Attributes: Resistant to oil/mud, abrasion, moisture, and sunlight; high flexibility for tight routing.
Standards & Tests (typical): IEEE 45, IEEE 1580, UL 1309; flame propagation per IEEE 1202 / IEC 60332-3 Cat A; optional circuit integrity per IEC 60331-1/-2/-21; low-temperature bend/impact to CSA C22.2 methods.
Approvals: ABS / DNV available by construction and size.
Type P Flexible Armored & Sheathed Control Cable
Use: Control and auxiliary circuits in drilling packages and topside equipment.
Voltage class: 0.6/1 kV
Typical build: Multi-core, flexible tinned-copper; XLPO (Type P) insulation; overall AL/PET shield with tinned-copper drain; bronze-wire braid armor; Type N thermoset sheath.
Temperature rating: up to 110 °C
Standards/Tests: As above (IEEE 45, IEEE 1580, UL 1309; flame: IEEE 1202 / IEC 60332-3 Cat A; optional IEC 60331 circuit integrity).
Type P Flexible Armored & Sheathed Instrumentation Cable
Use: Low-level signals, ESD, PLC, and safety systems.
Voltage class: 0.6/1 kV
Typical build: Twisted pairs/triads with XLPO insulation; individual + overall shields (AL/PET + drain); bronze-wire braid armor; Type N sheath.
Temperature rating: up to 110 °C
Standards/Tests: As above.
Type P VFD (Variable-Frequency Drive) Cable
Use: VFD-fed motors on drawworks, mud pumps, fans, compressors.
Voltage class: 2 kV
Typical build: Flexible tinned-copper phase conductors with three symmetrical grounds; XLPO insulation; overall tape + tinned-copper braid shield for reduced EMI and common-mode noise; bronze-wire armor; Type N sheath.
Temperature rating: up to 110 °C
Standards/Tests: IEEE 45, IEEE 1580, UL 1309; flame per IEEE 1202 / IEC 60332-3 Cat A; optional IEC 60331.
Type P Medium-Voltage (MV) Flexible Armored & Sheathed Power Cable
Use: MV feeders and large drives.
Voltage classes: 5 kV / 8 kV / 15 kV (100% & 133% levels)
Typical build: Flexible tinned-copper; EPR insulation; semi-conductive screens; metallic shield (tinned-copper braid); bronze-wire armor; Type N sheath.
Temperature rating: 90 °C
Standards/Tests: IEEE 45, IEEE 1580; UL 1309; flame per IEEE 1202 / IEC 60332-3 Cat A; optional IEC 60331.
Our Marine Cable Solutions are engineered to meet the most stringent international marine standards, ensuring safety, performance, and durability in harsh offshore and shipboard conditions.
Standards & Compliance
IEEE 1580 & IEEE 45 – Type P Cables
JIS C3410:2010 (Japan Industrial Standard)
Applications
Use: Power supply to downhole pumps in demanding well conditions.
Constructions: Flat or round; high-temperature compounds; moisture and mechanical protection options to suit well chemistry and depth.
Focus: Electrical integrity, thermal endurance, and reliable deployment/ retrieval performance.
Applications: LNG/LPG terminals and carriers, low-temperature process areas.
Range: 16–150 mm², up to 6.6 kV (construction-dependent)
Design notes: Low-temperature jacket/insulation systems, robust mechanical protection, and options for instrumentation, control, and power runs in cryogenic zones.
Hazardous-Area / Explosion-Proof Cable Glands
Compression Terminal Lugs
Nylon Cable Glands
Stainless-Steel Banding & Buckles
Selecting the right insulation and jacket is critical in oil & gas. We offer constructions such as:
XLPE, EPR, silicone, FEP/PFA (high-temperature, low smoke, chemical-resistant options)
TPU/PU, PE/HDPE, HFFR/LSZH, CSPE, and other compound blends optimized for oil, mud, and abrasion resistance
Aluminum/polyester tapes, tinned-copper braid, served shields
Galvanized steel wire armor (SWA), aluminum wire armor (AWA), interlocked armor, corrugated steel tape, and lead-sheath options for additional barrier protection
Upstream, midstream, and downstream facilities rely on Whitney & Cooper cables for:
We can supply constructions to meet common project and regulatory frameworks, including low-smoke/halogen-free requirements, flame and fire tests, chemical/mud resistance, and marine classifications. On request, we provide factory test reports and supporting documentation appropriate to the specified standards and project scope.
Note: Standards and approvals vary by product and region. Share your specification and we’ll align the construction and documentation accordingly.
JIS C 3410 – Marine Cable
Marine-grade cable manufactured in line with the Japanese JIS C 3410 standard, trusted across shipyards in Japan, Korea, and other Asian markets.
XLPE/SHF1 – Marine Cable
Built to IEC 60092-350 requirements, this halogen-free cable ensures safety and sustainability, producing no harmful halogen gases.
NEK 606 – Offshore Cable
Certified to the Norwegian NEK 606 standard, this halogen-free cable uses thermosetting compounds for resilience in harsh conditions such as oil, gas, mud, and corrosive chemicals.
BS 6883 –Offshore Cable
Conforming to the BS 6883 specification, this cable is widely applied on drill rigs, FPSOs, and petrochemical sites. With thermoset construction, it provides dependable performance in challenging offshore operations.
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