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H07RN-F 3G6 mm² Eca

What H07RN-F 3G6mm2 means

  • H07RN-F is the harmonised designation for a heavy-duty, rubber-insulated flexible cable for 450/750 V applications — designed for mobile equipment, temporary power and industrial use. products.lappgroup.comfarnell.com

  • 3G6mm2 (3 × 6 mm2) means three conductors (typically live, neutral and earth) each with a 6.0 mm² cross-section — a common choice when you need a compact but robust feeder able to carry moderate to high currents while remaining flexible. e.lapp.com

Why professionals specify H07RN-F 3G6mm2

  1. Balanced conductor size for feeders and heavy portable loads — 6 mm2 is often used for generator feeds, distribution to sub-panels, mobile equipment and small machine supplies where 1.5–2.5 mm² would be undersized and 10 mm2 would be unnecessarily bulky. nexans.fr

  2. Robust elastomeric jacket — H07RN-F jackets (neoprene/PCP or EPR variants) resist oil, ozone, UV and mechanical abrasion so the cable survives rugged site use. products.lappgroup.com

  3. Flexibility for repeated handling — Class-5 (fine-stranded) conductors make reels, cable-dragging and frequent re-deployment practical without conductor fatigue. TME

  4. Wide vendor availability & standards traceability — Major brands (LAPP, Nexans, Helukabel etc.) publish datasheets and the product is stocked by distributors worldwide. products.lappgroup.comnexans.fr

Typical technical snapshot (verify with chosen supplier’s datasheet)

  • Rated voltage: 450/750 V (U₀/U) — standard for H07RN-F. farnell.com

  • Temperature range: commonly –25 °C to +60 °C (check manufacturer for exact continuous and short-term peak ratings). awcwire.com

  • Conductor: copper, class-5 (flexible fine stranded). TME

  • Outer diameter (approx): typical ballpark 14–18 mm for 3G6 depending on compound & construction. hdcablegroup.comstockelettrico.com

  • Standards & tests: HAR / EN / IEC references, flame retardancy tests (IEC 60332) available on manufacturer sheets. nexans.frfarnell.com

Real applications where 3G6 shines

  • Generator to distribution inlet / temporary distro: robust feeder between generator and site distro board. Wesco

  • Event production & touring: main distro runs on site where cable is handled repeatedly. Wesco

  • Construction sites: temporary mains for site cabins, lighting and pumps. Cable supplier

  • Mobile equipment and cranes: where abrasion resistance and flexibility are required. Cable supplier

Installation & handling best practices

  • Protect edges & glands. Even with a tough sheath, use edge protectors and correct cable glands to avoid cutting or sharp bends at entry points.

  • Avoid repeated pinch points. Add protective sleeves or re-route to avoid flexing over the same exact spot.

  • Correct bending radius. Follow manufacturer minimum bending radius (often several × O.D.) to preserve conductor life. awcwire.com

  • Secure and strain-relieve at connectors. Use clamp/gland designs that grip the sheath (not the conductors).

  • Store on appropriate reels. Avoid kinking and excessive stacking that deforms the cable.

Sizing & current guidance (rules of thumb)

  • 6 mm² copper in a flexible rubber cable is widely accepted for moderate duty feeder roles; exact current rating depends on installation method, grouping, ambient temperature and standard used. Check the supplier datasheet for the published ampacity for your installation condition. Example vendor listings and datasheets include specific current tables. nexans.frScribd

Price & procurement notes (what to expect)

  • Per-metre prices vary widely by brand, reel length and region — online listings show retail per-metre prices from low single-digit euros/pounds up to higher retail multiples for short cut lengths or branded product on small reels. Example ecommerce pages show live listings and per-metre pricing for H07RN-F 3G6. stockelettrico.comcse-distributors.co.uk

  • Buy reels for better unit price. For project volumes, 100 m reels usually give lower per-metre cost than cut-to-length. cse-distributors.co.uk

  • Ask for batch test certificates and HAR/EN datasheets when buying in volume to ensure traceability and warranty.

Supplier selection checklist (use when requesting quotes)

  1. Exact designation: H07RN-F 3G6mm2 (3G6).

  2. Conductor details: copper, Class-5 fine-stranded — specify strand count if application needs very high flex life. TME

  3. Sheath compound: PCP/neoprene or EPR — request chemical/temperature ratings. products.lappgroup.com

  4. Certifications: HAR / EN / IEC datasheet and batch test reports. nexans.fr

  5. Packaging: reel length (25/50/100 m) or cut lengths; state whether pre-terminated assemblies are required.

  6. Price request: per-metre EXW and landed (including shipping & duties) to compare apples-to-apples.

  7. Warranty & lead time: request lead time and warranty terms.

Quick comparison: branded vs generic

  • Branded (LAPP, Nexans, HELUKABEL, etc.) — better traceability, published datasheets, predictable quality and warranty; more costly per metre but less risk. products.lappgroup.comnexans.fr

  • Generic / marketplace — lower price, suitable for non-critical, disposable or one-off jobs; vet vendor carefully and ask for datasheets. Alibaba

Short recommended spec you can send suppliers

Supply H07RN-F 3G6mm2, copper, Class-5 flexible conductors, rubber insulation and outer sheath (PCP/neoprene or EPR). Voltage rating 450/750 V; include datasheet showing O.D., conductor strand count, temperature range and applicable EN/IEC/HAR certifications. Packing: 100 m reel (also quote 25/50 m). Provide unit price (EXW), lead time and sample availability.

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