TXL/GXL/SXL XLPE Insulated Automotive Primary Wire Series – BYC Cables

Product Overview

Feature Specification
Product Series TXL (Thin Wall), GXL (General Purpose), SXL (Special Purpose)
Standard SAE J1128-2000
Insulation Material XLPE (Cross-linked Polyethylene)
Rated Voltage 60V DC, 25V AC (Low Voltage Primary Cable)
Rated Temperature 125°C (257°F)
Conductor Type Bare Copper (BC) or Tinned Copper (TC) Stranding
Applications Electrical systems in ground vehicles (Engine compartments, cabin wiring, etc.)

Technical Parameter Table

TXL – Thin Wall XLPE Insulation (Space-Saving)

AWG Cross-section (mm2) Conductor Construction (No./mm) Conductor Dia. (mm) Insulation Thickness (mm) Nominal O.D. (mm) Max O.D. (mm) Max Resistance @ 20°C (68°F) (Ohm/km) [BC / TC]
24 0.22 7 / 0.20 0.60 0.40 1.3 1.5 87.6 / 94.2
22 0.35 7 / 0.26 0.78 0.40 1.5 1.7 55.4 / 59.4
20 0.50 7 / 0.31 0.93 0.40 1.7 1.9 34.6 / 36.7
18 0.80 19 / 0.23 1.15 0.40 1.9 2.1 21.8 / 23.2
16 1.0 19 / 0.28 1.40 0.40 2.1 2.3 13.7 / 14.6
14 2.0 19 / 0.36 1.80 0.40 2.5 2.7 8.62 / 8.96
12 3.0 19 / 0.45 2.25 0.45 3.1 3.3 5.43 / 5.64
10 5.0 19 / 0.57 2.85 0.50 3.8 4.0 3.409 / 3.546
8 8.0 19 / 0.71 3.55 0.55 4.6 4.8 2.144 / 2.23

GXL – General Purpose XLPE Insulation (Balanced)

AWG Cross-section (mm2) Conductor Construction (No./mm) Conductor Dia. (mm) Insulation Thickness (mm) Nominal O.D. (mm) Max O.D. (mm) Max Resistance @ 20°C (68°F) (Ohm/km) [BC / TC]
20 0.50 7 / 0.31 0.93 0.58 2.1 2.3 34.6 / 36.7
18 0.80 19 / 0.23 1.15 0.58 2.3 2.5 21.8 / 23.2
16 1.0 19 / 0.28 1.40 0.58 2.5 2.8 13.7 / 14.6
14 2.0 19 / 0.36 1.80 0.58 2.9 3.1 8.62 / 8.96
12 3.0 19 / 0.45 2.25 0.66 3.4 3.7 5.43 / 5.64
10 5.0 19 / 0.57 2.85 0.79 4.3 4.6 3.409 / 3.546
8 8.0 19 / 0.71 3.55 0.94 5.5 5.9 2.144 / 2.23

SXL – Special Purpose XLPE Insulation (Heavy Duty)

AWG Cross-section (mm2) Conductor Construction (No./mm) Conductor Dia. (mm) Insulation Thickness (mm) Nominal O.D. (mm) Max O.D. (mm) Max Resistance @ 20°C (68°F) (Ohm/km) [BC / TC]
20 0.50 7 / 0.31 0.93 0.74 2.3 2.7 34.6 / 36.7
18 0.80 19 / 0.23 1.15 0.76 2.6 2.9 21.8 / 23.2
16 1.0 19 / 0.28 1.40 0.81 3.0 3.3 13.7 / 14.6
14 2.0 19 / 0.36 1.80 0.89 3.5 3.8 8.62 / 8.96
12 3.0 19 / 0.45 2.25 0.94 4.1 4.5 5.43 / 5.64
10 5.0 19 / 0.57 2.85 1.04 4.9 5.2 3.409 / 3.546
8 8.0 19 / 0.71 3.55 1.08 5.7 6.1 2.144 / 2.23

Professional Performance Advantages

  • Superior Thermal Stability: The Cross-linked Polyethylene (XLPE) insulation is highly resistant to heat aging and does not melt or soften when exposed to high temperatures, ensuring reliable performance in engine compartments up to 125°C (257°F).
  • Enhanced Mechanical Durability: All three variants (TXL, GXL, SXL) provide excellent resistance to common automotive contaminants including grease, oil, acids, and fuels.
  • Optimized for Automotive Environments: Specifically engineered for primary wiring in ground vehicles, providing robust protection against abrasion and mechanical stress while maintaining excellent flexibility for complex routing.
  • Compliance: Fully compliant with SAE J1128-2000 standards, making it the preferred choice for North American automotive OEM and aftermarket requirements.

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