Immersion & wet locations
Hydrolysis-resistant subsea PUR or HDPE outer sheath and water-blocked core interstices withstand continuous deep-ocean hydrostatic immers
Product
DLRB-3TP6C 12-Core Neutral Buoyant Cable featuring stranded copper twisted pairs (2×2) and subsea / marine outer protective sheath (IMCA D 014 / DNV Subsea, 300/600 V, -40 to +80 °C, min. bend radius 6 × OD).
Typical values for this cable type, based on IMCA D 014 & DNV DLRB-3TP6C 12-Core Neutrally Buoyant ROV/Diver Cable Standard — confirmed in the datasheet and quotation for your order.
Application fit
DLRB-3TP6C 12-Core Neutral Buoyant Cable featuring stranded copper twisted pairs (2×2) and subsea / marine outer protective sheath (IMCA D 014 / DNV Subsea, 300/600 V, -40 to +80 °C, min. bend radius 6 × OD).
Hydrolysis-resistant subsea PUR or HDPE outer sheath and water-blocked core interstices withstand continuous deep-ocean hydrostatic immers
Contra-helical galvanized steel wire armour or high-modulus aramid/LCP braid supports vertical traction winches, TMS cages and tow sheaves
Torque-balanced armour or neutrally buoyant foamed-PUR jacket prevents hockling and kinking during free-swimming ROV and tether excursions
Resists seawater, marine bio-fouling, hydraulic oil, UV radiation and abrasion across vessel A-frames and launch-and-recovery systems (LAR
Subsea ROV umbilicals and tow cables are optimized for winch deployment and water-column catenaries rather than high-speed factory drag ch
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Shown: DLRB-3TP6C 12-Core Buoyant Cable (IMCA D 014 & DNV DLRB-3TP6C 12-Core Neutrally Buoyant ROV/Diver Cable Standard) featuring stranded copper twisted pairs (2×2), 100% al/pet foil electrostatic shield and subsea / marine outer protective sheath (4-layer construction).

| # | Layer | Material & reference |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stranded Copper Twisted Pairs (2×2) | Twisted pairs with Low-capacitance cellular Foam-Skin PE insulation |
| 2 | 100% Al/PET Foil Electrostatic Shield | Laminated aluminum-polyester foil tape with drain wire |
| 3 | Aramid / LCP Braided Strength Member | High-tenacity synthetic fiber braid absorbing dynamic tension |
| 4 | Subsea / Marine Outer Protective Sheath | Black neutrally buoyant cellular foamed Polyurethane (Foamed PUR) outer sheath |
Built to IMCA D 014 & DNV DLRB-3TP6C 12-Core Neutrally Buoyant ROV/Diver Cable Standard with stranded copper twisted pairs (2×2) and subsea / marine outer protective sheath
Available on continuous export winch drums or factory-terminated with subsea wet-mate / mechanical sockets
Supplied with EN 10204 3.1 routine dielectric, conductor/optical continuity & hydrostatic qualification report
Technical data
Sizes
Manufactured to IMCA D 014 & DNV DLRB-3TP6C 12-Core Neutrally Buoyant ROV/Diver Cable Standard for subsea robotics, ROV umbilicals, marine aquaculture and offshore sensor applications.
| Order designation | Configuration | Core / stranding | Outer Ø ≈ mm | Net weight ≈ kg/km | Max. pulling kN ≈ | Min. bend R mm | Enquiry |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DLRB-3TP6C 12-Core Buoyant Cable Construction Schedule (−40…+80 °C) | |||||||
| DLRB-3TP6C 12-Core Buoyant Cable 2×2×0.50 mm² | 2 × 2 × 0.50 mm² (20 AWG) + Vent/Drain | Stranded SnCu + Foil/TCWB + Subsea PUR | 8.4 | 98 | 2.5 | 50 | |
| DLRB-3TP6C 12-Core Buoyant Cable 4×2×0.50 + 2×1. | 4 × 2 × 0.50 + 2 × 1.5 mm² Hybrid | Stranded SnCu + Individual/Overall Shield | 11.8 | 195 | 5.2 | 70 | |
| DLRB-3TP6C 12-Core Buoyant Cable 4×2×0.75 + 4×2. | 4 × 2 × 0.75 + 4 × 2.5 mm² Subsea | Stranded SnCu + Aramid/Armour + PUR | 15.2 | 360 | 12.0 | 95 | |
| Configuration | Max. DC R₂₀ Ω/km | Rating / Impedance / Load | Operating temp. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 × 2 × 0.50 mm² (20 AWG) + Vent/Drain | 39.00 | 300/600 V (4–20 mA / DO) | −40…+80 °C |
| 4 × 2 × 0.50 + 2 × 1.5 mm² Hybrid | 39.00 | 300/600 V (CTD / Multi-Sensor) | −40…+80 °C |
| 4 × 2 × 0.75 + 4 × 2.5 mm² Subsea | 26.00 | 300/600 V (ROV / Camera / LED) | −40…+80 °C |
Quality & approvals
Routine tests on every production length, sample and type tests per batch — documented on an EN 10204 3.1 inspection certificate.
| Testing & inspection | Test value / reference | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Routine tests | ||
| Conductor DC resistance / OTDR optical & dimensional check (IMCA D 014 & DNV DLRB-3TP6C 12-Core Neutrally Buoyant ROV/Diver Cable Standard) | DC resistance at 20 °C, optical attenuation and wall thickness within IMCA D 014 & DNV DLRB-3TP6C 12-Core Neutrally Buoyant ROV/Diver Cable Standard limits | Every manufactured drum length |
| AC high-voltage dielectric & insulation resistance test (IMCA D 014 & DNV DLRB-3TP6C 12-Core Neutrally Buoyant ROV/Diver Cable Standard) | Zero dielectric breakdown and verified wet insulation resistance for 300/600 V rating | Every manufactured drum length |
| Sample tests | ||
| Hydrostatic pressure, tensile load & seawater immersion qualification (IMCA D 014 & DNV DLRB-3TP6C 12-Core Neutrally Buoyant ROV/Diver Cable Standard) | Verified hydrostatic pressure integrity, breaking load and flex endurance across −40…+80 °C | Type qualification & periodic lot audit |
Marking & supply
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Technical documents
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