Aluminum strip for cable armouring is widely used as a protective layer in power cables, control cables, communication cables and other industrial cable systems. Compared with traditional steel armouring materials, aluminum strip offers the advantages of lighter weight, good corrosion resistance, excellent formability and non-magnetic performance, making it an ideal solution for many modern cable designs.
As a professional aluminum strip supplier, BCM mainly supply 5052, 5154 and 5154A aluminum strip. These aluminum-magnesium alloys provide good strength, excellent corrosion resistance and reliable forming performance, making them suitable for cable armor manufacturing. Our high-quality aluminum strip for cable armouring with stable mechanical properties, precise thickness tolerance, smooth surface and clean slit edges. Our aluminum strips are suitable for continuous cable manufacturing processes and can be customized according to different cable production requirements.
Alloy | Main Features | Cable Armouring Advantages |
5052 | Aluminum-magnesium alloy with good strength and corrosion resistance | Suitable for general cable armouring requiring good forming and durability |
5154 | Higher magnesium aluminum alloy with better mechanical strength | Suitable for cable armor applications requiring higher strength and corrosion resistance |
5154A | Modified 5154 alloy with stable performance and good corrosion resistance | Suitable for demanding cable armouring applications and long-term service conditions |
Temper | General Characteristics | Typical Use |
O | Annealed condition, soft, excellent formability | Suitable for applications requiring easy bending and forming |
H22 | Strain-hardened and partially annealed, moderate strength | Suitable for balanced strength and formability |
H24 | Strain-hardened and partially annealed, higher strength than H22 | Suitable for cable armouring requiring better mechanical protection |
1. Good Mechanical Protection
5052, 5154 and 5154A aluminum strips provide reliable mechanical protection for cables. They help protect cables from external pressure, impact and installation damage.
2. Excellent Corrosion Resistance
These aluminum-magnesium alloys have very good corrosion resistance, making them suitable for outdoor cables, underground cables, industrial cables and cables used in humid or harsh environments.
3. Lightweight Cable Design
Aluminum has a much lower density than steel. Using aluminum strip for cable armouring can reduce the total cable weight, making transportation, handling and installation easier.
4. Good Formability
The O, H22 and H24 tempers provide different combinations of softness, strength and forming performance. This allows the strip to be smoothly wrapped or formed during cable manufacturing.
5. Non-Magnetic Properties
Aluminum is non-magnetic, which is beneficial for certain cable designs, especially where reduced magnetic losses are required.
6. Stable Processing Performance
With accurate thickness, consistent width, smooth surface and good coil quality, aluminum strip can support stable production on cable armouring lines.
Item | Specification |
Product Name | Aluminum Strip for Cable Armouring |
Alloy | 5052, 5154, 5154A |
Temper | O, H22, H24 etc. |
Thickness | 0.3-0.8mm Customized according to customer requirements |
Width | Customized according to customer requirements |
Surface | Mill finish, clean surface |
Edge | Slit edge, smooth edge, deburred edge available |
Coil ID | Customized, commonly 300 mm, 400 mm, 500 mm or 508 mm |
Coil Weight | According to customer requirements |
Standards | ASTM, EN, GB/T or customer-specific standards |
Packaging | Export standard wooden pallet or wooden case packaging |
To meet different cable manufacturing requirements, we supply several types of aluminum strip for cable armouring.
Type | Main Feature | Typical Use |
5154 Aluminum Strip for Cable Armoring | High strength, good corrosion resistance and formability | Power cables, industrial cables, underground cables |
Interlocking Armored Cable Aluminum Strip | Good forming performance for interlocked armor structure | Interlocked armored cables, flexible armored cables |
Finished Product Rewinding Cable Aluminum Alloy Strip | Rewound coils with customized coil ID, OD and weight | Cable production lines requiring special coil handling |
Aluminum Strip for Argon Arc Welding | Clean surface and good weldability for TIG welding | Welded aluminum cable protection and related components |
Color Aluminum Strip for Cable Armouring | Color-coated surface for identification and appearance | Cables requiring color marking or special surface finish |
5154 Aluminum Strip for Cable Armoring
5154 aluminum strip for cable armoring is designed for cable armor applications requiring good mechanical strength, excellent corrosion resistance and reliable forming performance. It is suitable for power cables, industrial cables, underground cables and outdoor cable systems.
Interlocking Armored Cable Aluminum Strip
Interlocking armored cable aluminum strip is used to form interlocked armor layers around cable cores. It provides mechanical protection while maintaining cable flexibility. This type requires accurate width tolerance, smooth edge quality and stable forming performance for continuous cable production.
Finished Product Rewinding Cable Aluminum Alloy Strip
Finished product rewinding cable aluminum alloy strip is supplied in rewound coils according to customer production requirements. Rewinding helps improve coil alignment, winding tightness and production compatibility. Coil ID, coil OD, coil weight and winding direction can be customized.
Aluminum Strip for Argon Arc Welding
Aluminum strip for argon arc welding is suitable for cable-related applications requiring TIG welding or aluminum strip joining. It features clean surface quality, stable alloy composition and good weldability when proper welding procedures are used.
Color Aluminum Strip for Cable Armouring
Color aluminum strip for cable armouring is supplied with coated or anodized colored surface for cable identification, appearance improvement or special surface requirements. Customized colors are available according to customer needs, including black, blue, red, green, yellow, grey and other RAL colors.
- Good strength and corrosion resistance
- Suitable for cable armouring production
- Smooth surface and good edge quality
- Accurate thickness and width control
- Stable mechanical performance
- Customized slitting service
- Reliable coil winding quality
- Export-standard packaging
- Technical support for cable manufacturers
For cable armouring applications, aluminum strip quality directly affects cable production efficiency and final cable performance. The main quality requirements include:
Precise Thickness Tolerance
Uniform thickness helps ensure stable cable diameter and consistent armouring performance.
Accurate Width Control
Consistent width allows smooth wrapping, forming and overlapping during cable production.
Smooth Surface
The surface should be clean and free from serious defects such as cracks, corrosion, heavy scratches, stains and oil contamination.
Good Edge Quality
Smooth slit edges are important to prevent damage to cable insulation or sheath during armouring.
Stable Mechanical Properties
The strip must have suitable tensile strength and elongation to avoid cracking, breaking or excessive deformation during cable manufacturing.
Good Coil Winding Quality
The coil should be tightly and evenly wound, without serious telescoping, loose winding or edge damage.
Our 5052, 5154 and 5154A aluminum strips for cable armouring are suitable for:
Power cables
Low voltage cables
Medium voltage cables
Control cables
Industrial cables
Underground cables
Outdoor cables
Infrastructure cables
Railway cables
Marine-related cables
Renewable energy cables
Cables requiring mechanical protection and corrosion resistance
