1kV Five-Core Heat Shrink Termination Kit
- 1kV five-core heat shrink termination kit for low-voltage power cable ends.
- Available for conductor cross-sections of 10–16, 25–50, 70–120, 150–240 and 300–500 mm².
- Five-finger breakout component and colored heat shrink sleeves provide a cable-end insulation arrangement for the separated conductors.
- Designed for cable termination at suitable electrical equipment, with conductor identification, terminal positions and cable dimensions checked before selection.
here the Outer Cable Sheath Ends: Five-Core Heat Shrink Termination Layout
A five-core power cable reaches an electrical cabinet through one outer sheath. At the termination point, that arrangement changes: five individual insulated conductors must be directed toward their respective terminal connections. The transition needs more attention than simply covering the end of the cable with tubing.
For this purpose, the RIKI 1kV heat shrink termination range uses a five-finger breakout arrangement together with separate insulating sleeves. The product photograph shows a black breakout component, five long colored tubes and five shorter colored sleeves. Five conductor-size selections are available, starting at 10–16 mm² and extending to 300–500 mm².
The important distinction is between insulating the separated cable cores and making their electrical connections. Heat shrink components support the cable-end insulation arrangement. They do not replace the terminal lugs, conductor identification or connection requirements specified by the equipment manufacturer.
Before deciding which size to order, review three aspects of the actual installation:
- Cable construction. Confirm the full five-core designation, conductor cross-sections and insulation dimensions. Some five-core cables have reduced neutral or protective conductors, so nominal cable size alone may not describe every core.
- Connection layout. Identify where the individual cable cores must reach their terminals. The available cable length, bending requirements and terminal spacing affect the preparation arrangement.
- Conductor identification. Check the project’s phase, neutral and protective conductor marking conventions. The colors shown in a product photograph must not be taken as confirmation of the required electrical identification scheme.
Heat shrink components recover when appropriately heated, but the installation method and component positioning must follow the supplied kit instructions. The breakout should be fitted as part of the complete cable preparation sequence rather than treated as an independent connector.
For distributor and project orders, the cable datasheet and equipment terminal arrangement provide a useful basis for checking the required configuration. The published conductor-size table establishes the available ordering ranges; it does not confirm that every cable construction or terminal layout within those ranges will fit without further verification.
Five-Core Heat Shrink Termination Size Selection and Product Data
| Product Name | 1kV Five-Core Heat Shrink Cable Termination Kit |
|---|---|
| Brand | RIKI |
| Manufacturer | Zhejiang Ruikai Electric |
| Product Category | Heat Shrink Cable Accessories |
| Product Type | Low Voltage Cable Termination Kit |
| Voltage Class | 1kV |
| Cable Configuration | Five-Core |
| Termination Arrangement | Cable-End Termination with Five-Core Breakout |
| Installation Technology | Heat Shrink |
| Heating Requirement | External heating required for heat shrink contraction |
| Visible Kit Components | Five-finger breakout boot and colored insulating sleeves |
| Available Conductor Cross-Sections | 10–500 mm² across five selections |
| SKU and Applicable Cable Section | |
| SKU: SY-1/5.0 | 10–16 mm² |
| SKU: SY-1/5.1 | 25–50 mm² |
| SKU: SY-1/5.2 | 70–120 mm² |
| SKU: SY-1/5.3 | 150–240 mm² |
| SKU: SY-1/5.4 | 300–500 mm² |
The SKU ranges are based on RIKI’s published 1kV heat shrink cable accessory catalog. Final termination selection should account for the complete cable construction, individual core dimensions, terminal connections and installation environment. The product photograph does not establish the complete accessory package or a specific certification.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the purpose of the five-finger breakout boot?
The breakout boot covers the transition where five insulated conductors emerge from the common cable sheath. It is part of the cable-end insulation arrangement, not a device for connecting two cable lengths. Its fit must be checked against the cable’s outer dimensions and the individual core arrangement before installation.
Do the colored sleeves determine phase, neutral and protective-earth connections?
No. The photograph shows red, yellow, green, black and blue sleeves, but their presence does not establish an approved conductor-identification scheme for every market. Phase, neutral and protective-earth identification must follow the applicable project requirements. Buyers should confirm the required markings and color arrangement before approving the supplied kit.
Can the termination be selected for a cable with a reduced neutral conductor?
The published five-core size range does not automatically establish compatibility with unequal conductor sizes. A reduced neutral or protective conductor may have different insulation dimensions from the phase conductors. Provide the complete cable designation and individual core sizes so the breakout and insulation components can be checked for the actual cable construction.
What should be checked when the five conductors terminate at different positions?
Check the cable entry point, the positions of all five terminal connections and the available conductor lengths. The cores may need different routing distances after leaving the breakout. Cable bending requirements, heat shrink component dimensions and equipment clearances must be respected. Use the actual equipment drawing and supplied installation instructions to establish the preparation arrangement.
Five-Core Cable End Preparation for Low-Voltage Electrical Equipment
Distribution Panel Cable Entries
Preparing five-core cable ends where individual conductors must be routed from a common sheath to suitable distribution-panel terminals.
Panel Entry · Five Cores
Fixed Equipment Power Connections
Terminating five-conductor power feeders at compatible equipment connections where the separated cable cores need individual insulation.
Power Feeders · Equipment
Electrical Panel Replacement
Repreparing suitable existing cable ends when distribution equipment is changed and the remaining cable length permits a new termination.
Retermination · Panel Upgrade
Contractor and Distributor Orders
Organizing termination orders by conductor-size group, while checking cable construction and required sleeve identification for the destination project.
B2B Supply · Five Size Ranges
