2007-03-26 12:15:33 · 2 answers · asked by jci52105@sbcglobal.net 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Engineering
I'm assuming you are asking about 1000 MCM copper cable. Underground cable requires insulation, but you did not furnish the voltage class. This answer is for bare copper wire.
1000 MCM copper has a nominal weight of 3.088 lbs per ft.
200 ft. x 3.088 lbs/ft = 617.6 lbs.
You'll need to increase this number to account for the insulation. Considering the cable has an outer diameter of 1.152", we could guestimate another 0.5 lbs per ft for the insulation. 200 x 0.5 = 100 lbs.
617.6 + 100 = 717.6
Let's just call it an even 700 lbs.
If this is HV cable you'll also have concentric strands or some other type of shielding. This will add substantially more to the final weight.
2007-03-26 13:10:39 · answer #1 · answered by Thomas C 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry, you must clarify. We have never heard of "million copper." Please explain what type of wire you actually mean. Thank you.
2007-03-26 12:29:15 · answer #2 · answered by aviophage 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋