16 mm² Single Core Dc Solar Flexible Premium Copper Cable
₨ 32,500
Description
16 mm² Single Core DC Solar Flexible Premium Copper Cable — Life Cables
Life Cables’ 16 mm² single core DC solar cable is purpose-built for the connection between solar power generation devices (PV panel connectors) and inverters. Constructed with a 220-strand, 99.9% oxygen-free copper (OFC) conductor, it is engineered to perform reliably in both outdoor installations exposed to varying climate conditions and indoor dry/wet environments.
Manufactured to BSS-6004 standard with a 65 Amp current rating at 600/1000V AC (12/24/48V DC), this cable is sized for high-output solar arrays and string combiner runs where a heavier cross-section is needed to keep voltage drop and heat build-up within safe limits over longer cable runs.
Technical Specifications
| Cross-Section Area | 16 mm² |
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| Conductor Type | Premium 99.9% Oxygen-Free Copper (OFC) |
| No. of Strands | 220 |
| Strand Diameter | .012 inch (0.30 mm) |
| Insulation Type | Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC) |
| Standard | BSS-6004 |
| Temperature Rating | -20°C to +70°C |
| DC Resistance | 1.91 Ω/km
⚑ Carried forward from prior listing — pending verification against current manufacturer test data before republishing.
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| Voltage Rating | 600/1000V AC | 12/24/48V DC |
| Current Capacity (Ampere Rating) | 65 Amps |
| Colours Available | Red, Black |
| Reel Length | 15, 30, 45 & 90 metres available |
| Weight per Reel | 18 ± 0.5 Kg |
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Key Applications
- Solar EPC contractors & installers — connecting PV panel strings/combiner boxes to inverters on medium-to-large residential and commercial arrays
- Solar system integrators — homerun cabling from rooftop arrays to ground-mounted inverters where longer runs demand a larger cross-section to limit voltage drop
- Off-grid & hybrid solar setups — battery bank to charge controller/inverter wiring in higher-capacity systems
- MC4 connector assemblies — compatible with standard solar MC4 connector crimping for panel-to-panel and panel-to-combiner connections
Compliance & Certifications
- BSS-6004 — equivalent to British Standard BS 6004, governing PVC-insulated cables
- BSS-2004 Pakistan — Pakistan national standard for flexible wiring cables
- IEC 60364 — installation and sizing guidance referenced for de-rating
- PSQCA — Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority
Test Report Ref No. SDC-CM(1345)/19 | Verify at psqca.com.pk once issued.
All Life Cables products undergo in-house conductor resistance testing, insulation thickness checks, and voltage withstand tests before dispatch.
Why Choose Life Cables 16 mm² Solar Cable?
- 99.9% Oxygen-Free Copper — lower resistance and better long-term conductivity than standard copper for high-current DC runs
- 220-strand flexible construction — easier routing around panel frames, mounting rails, and combiner enclosures than a rigid conductor
- Weather-resistant PVC insulation — rated -20°C to +70°C for rooftop exposure and outdoor conduit runs
- 65A current capacity — sized for higher-output strings without exceeding safe ampacity
- Locally manufactured, Pakistani-standard compliant — BSS-6004 certified, suited for projects requiring locally certified materials
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 16 mm² DC solar cable used for?
It’s used for the connection between solar panel/PV string connectors and the inverter, and for combiner-box-to-inverter runs on higher-current solar systems. Its 65A rating and 16 mm² cross-section make it suitable for larger residential and commercial arrays where a lighter cable would experience excessive voltage drop.
Is this cable suitable for outdoor rooftop installation?
Yes. It’s rated for outdoor use across a -20°C to +70°C temperature range and is designed to handle varying climate conditions on rooftops, as well as dry or wet indoor environments such as inverter rooms.
What’s the difference between the 10 mm² and 16 mm² solar cable?
The 16 mm² cable carries a higher current rating (65A vs. the 10 mm² cable’s lower rating) and has a larger conductor cross-section, making it the better choice for longer cable runs or higher-output strings where voltage drop needs to be minimised.
What colours are available?
This cable is available in Red and Black, allowing standard positive/negative polarity colour-coding for DC solar wiring.
What reel lengths are available?
Reels are available in 15, 30, 45, and 90 metre lengths. Contact Life Cables for bulk or custom-length orders.
Is this cable PSQCA approved?
Life Cables products are manufactured to PSQCA-recognised standards; the specific certificate/test report number for this SKU is being confirmed with the manufacturer and will be published once verified.
How do I order in bulk or get a custom quote?
Call or WhatsApp Life Cables on 0300-0757533 or use the “Add to Quote” button on this page. Our sales team responds within one business day with pricing for bulk reels and project-specific quantities.
Additional information
| Colour |
Black ,Red |
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| SIZE |
Full guage |
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