AAAC Conductor (All Aluminum Alloy Conductor) Manufacturer & Supplier
AAAC Conductor (All Aluminum Alloy Conductor) is a high-strength overhead bare conductor made from aluminum-magnesium-silicon alloy wires. Compared with AAC conductors, AAAC conductors provide higher mechanical strength, improved corrosion resistance, and lower sag performance, making them ideal for medium- and long-span power transmission and distribution projects.Sitong Cable supplies high-quality AAAC Conductors manufactured according to ASTM B399, IEC 61089, BS EN 50182, and other international standards. Our products are widely exported to Africa, South America, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East.
Certification Standards
Implementation Standards
- ASTM B399 6201
Product Introduction
AAAC Conductor (All Aluminum Alloy Conductor) Manufacturer & Supplier
Quick Overview of AAAC Conductor
| Property | Description |
|---|---|
| Product Name | AAAC Conductor |
| Full Name | All Aluminum Alloy Conductor |
| Conductor Material | Aluminum Alloy 6201-T81 |
| Voltage Level | Overhead Transmission & Distribution |
| Standards | ASTM B399 6201 |
| Application | Power Transmission Lines |
| Advantages | High Strength, Corrosion Resistance, Low Sag |
| OEM Service | Available |
What Is AAAC Conductor?
AAAC (All Aluminum Alloy Conductor) is a stranded conductor made entirely from aluminum alloy 6201-T81 wires.
The aluminum alloy composition significantly improves tensile strength and corrosion resistance compared with traditional AAC conductors while maintaining excellent electrical conductivity.
AAAC conductors are commonly used in:
- Overhead power transmission lines
- Distribution networks
- Coastal areas
- Industrial zones
- Mountainous regions
- Long-span transmission projects
Because of its excellent strength-to-weight ratio, AAAC conductor is often selected where improved mechanical performance is required without using a steel core.
AAAC Conductor Construction
AAAC conductors consist of multiple aluminum alloy wires concentrically stranded together.
Construction Features
- Aluminum Alloy 6201-T81
- Concentric stranded design
- Lightweight structure
- Excellent conductivity
- Superior corrosion resistance
- High tensile strength
Typical Structure
Center Wire
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First Layer Aluminum Alloy Wires
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Additional Concentric Layers
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Finished AAAC Conductor
AAAC Conductor Specifications
The following are common AAAC conductor sizes:
Advantages of AAAC Conductor
High Mechanical Strength
AAAC conductors provide significantly higher tensile strength than AAC conductors, making them suitable for longer spans.
Excellent Corrosion Resistance
The aluminum alloy construction offers outstanding resistance to atmospheric and coastal corrosion.
Lower Line Sag
Improved mechanical properties help reduce conductor sag, enhancing system reliability.
Lightweight Design
AAAC conductors deliver excellent performance without the added weight of a steel core.
Longer Service Life
Enhanced durability contributes to lower maintenance costs and extended operational life.
AAAC Conductor Applications
AAAC conductors are widely used in:
Power Utilities
- Overhead transmission lines
- Distribution systems
- Utility network upgrades
Coastal Regions
- Seaside power projects
- High-humidity environments
- Salt-contaminated areas
Industrial Infrastructure
- Mining projects
- Oil & gas facilities
- Manufacturing plants
Renewable Energy Projects
- Solar power stations
- Wind farms
- Energy distribution systems
AAAC vs AAC
| Feature | AAAC | AAC |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Aluminum Alloy | Pure Aluminum |
| Mechanical Strength | Higher | Lower |
| Corrosion Resistance | Better | Standard |
| Sag Performance | Lower | Higher |
| Weight | Similar | Similar |
| Recommended Span | Long Span | Short Span |
AAAC is generally preferred when higher strength and improved durability are required.
AAAC vs ACSR
| Feature | AAAC | ACSR |
|---|---|---|
| Core Material | None | Steel Core |
| Corrosion Resistance | Excellent | Moderate |
| Weight | Lighter | Heavier |
| Conductivity | Higher | |
| Tensile Strength | High | Very High |
| Maintenance | Lower | Higher |
For highly corrosive environments, AAAC conductor is often selected over ACSR conductor.
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Why Choose Sitong Cable?
As an experienced AAAC conductor manufacturer and supplier, Sitong Cable offers:
- International standard production
- Strict quality control
- Factory-direct pricing
- Fast delivery
- OEM & customized solutions
- Global export experience
Our conductors have been supplied to utility companies, EPC contractors, distributors, and infrastructure projects worldwide.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What does AAAC stand for?
AAAC stands for All Aluminum Alloy Conductor.
What alloy is used in AAAC conductors?
AAAC conductors are manufactured using Aluminum Alloy 6201-T81.
Is AAAC better than AAC?
AAAC provides higher mechanical strength, better corrosion resistance, and lower sag than AAC.
Where is AAAC conductor used?
AAAC conductors are widely used in overhead transmission and distribution systems, especially in coastal and industrial environments.
Can AAAC replace ACSR?
In many medium-span applications, AAAC can replace ACSR where corrosion resistance and reduced maintenance are priorities.
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Technical Specifications
Conductor Specifications
| Conductor Size | Code Words | AWG | Stranding | Overall Diameter | Mass kg/km | Rated Strength kN | Max. D.C. Resistance at 20°C ohm/km | Current Rating A | ||||
| cmil | mm² | No. | in | mm | in | mm | ||||||
| 1439200 | 729.3 | -- | 6 | 1 | 0.153 | 3.90 | 0.535 | 11.1 | 999 | 20.70 | 0.04597 | 134 |
| 1348800 | 683.4 | -- | 6 | 1 | 0.148 | 3.78 | 0.533 | 9.99 | 1878 | 19.40 | 0.04893 | 125 |
| 1259600 | 638.2 | -- | 6 | 1 | 0.143 | 3.65 | 0.532 | 8.85 | 1751 | 18.10 | 0.05248 | 116 |
| 1165100 | 590.4 | -- | 6 | 1 | 0.138 | 3.51 | 0.531 | 9.59 | 1620 | 16.70 | 0.05675 | 107 |
| 1077400 | 545.9 | -- | 6 | 1 | 0.133 | 3.38 | 0.530 | 8.38 | 1502 | 15.60 | 0.06120 | 92 |
| 927200 | 469.8 | Greeley | 3 | 7 | 0.158 | 4.02 | 0.528 | 5.15 | 1289 | 13.50 | 0.07133 | 90 |
| 874080 | 375.4 | Flint | 3 | 7 | 0.145 | 3.58 | 0.425 | 6.09 | 1028 | 10.70 | 0.08494 | 79 |
| 652400 | 330.6 | Elgin | 1 | 9 | 0.183 | 4.17 | 0.523 | 5.49 | 908.3 | 97.0 | 0.12727 | 29 |
| 559500 | 283.5 | Darien | 1 | 9 | 0.176 | 4.46 | 0.517 | 5.83 | 778.3 | 83.10 | 0.16816 | 63 |
| 465400 | 235.8 | Cairo | 1 | 9 | 0.155 | 3.91 | 0.516 | 8.82 | 648.6 | 69.20 | 0.14759 | 54 |
| 394500 | 199.9 | Canton | 1 | 9 | 0.140 | 3.62 | 0.518 | 8.05 | 548.5 | 58.60 | 0.16353 | 23 |
| 312800 | 158.5 | Butte | 1 | 9 | 0.123 | 3.28 | 0.416 | 9.45 | 435.1 | 46.50 | 0.24124 | 60 |
| 246900 | 125.1 | Alliance | 0 | 0 | 0.182 | 4.41 | 0.414 | 7.43 | 343.2 | 37.80 | 0.28739 | 51 |
| 195700 | 99.2 | Amherst | 0 | 0 | 0.157 | 4.61 | 0.412 | 6.44 | 272.5 | 30.0 | 0.33334 | 21 |
| 155400 | 78.7 | Anaheim | 0 | 0 | 0.139 | 3.76 | 0.411 | 5.66 | 215.6 | 23.80 | 0.46429 | 61 |
| 123300 | 62.5 | Azusa | 0 | 0 | 0.137 | 3.37 | 0.409 | 5.12 | 171.3 | 18.90 | 0.55652 | 56 |
| 77470 | 39.3 | Ames | 2 | 7 | 0.106 | 2.63 | 0.407 | 4.56 | 107.5 | 12.40 | 0.84719 | 14 |
| 48690 | 24.7 | Alton | 4 | 7 | 0.082 | 2.18 | 0.406 | 3.87 | 67.8 | 7.830 | 1.35461 | 43 |
| 30580 | 15.5 | Akron | 6 | 7 | 0.065 | 1.655 | 0.404 | 3.122 | 42.5 | 4.924 | 2.15491 | 07 |
ASTM B399 6201 All Aluminum Alloy Conductor (AAAC)
| Conductor Size | AWG | Stranding | Overall Diameter | Mass | Rated Strength | Max. D.C. Resistance at 20°C | Current Rating | |||
| cmil | mm² | No. | in | mm | mm | kg/km | kN | ohm/km | A | |
| 1750000 | 886.7 | 61 | 0.1694 | 4.30 | 38.72 | 2431 | 251 | 0.03781 | ||
| 1500000 | 760.1 | 61 | 0.1568 | 3.98 | 35.84 | 2082 | 215 | 0.04414 | ||
| 1250000 | 633.4 | 61 | 0.1431 | 3.63 | 32.71 | 1732 | 179 | 0.05306 | ||
| 1000000 | 506.7 | 37 | 0.1644 | 4.18 | 29.23 | 1393 | 146 | 0.06597 | 649 | |
| 900000 | 456.0 | 37 | 0.156 | 3.96 | 27.74 | 1250 | 131 | 0.07351 | 610 | |
| 800000 | 405.4 | 37 | 0.147 | 3.73 | 26.14 | 1109 | 116 | 0.08285 | 570 | |
| 750000 | 380.0 | 37 | 0.1424 | 3.62 | 25.32 | 1045 | 109 | 0.08796 | 549 | |
| 700000 | 354.7 | 37 | 0.1375 | 3.49 | 24.45 | 971.2 | 101 | 0.09464 | 527 | |
| 650000 | 329.4 | 37 | 0.1325 | 3.37 | 23.56 | 905.5 | 94.9 | 0.1015 | 505 | |
| 600000 | 304.0 | 37 | 0.1273 | 3.23 | 22.63 | 831.9 | 91.0 | 0.11049 | 481 | |
| 550000 | 278.7 | 37 | 0.1219 | 3.10 | 21.67 | 766.2 | 83.9 | 0.11995 | 457 | |
| 500000 | 253.4 | 19 | 0.1622 | 4.12 | 20.60 | 695 | 74.2 | 0.13224 | 431 | |
| 450000 | 228.0 | 19 | 0.1539 | 3.91 | 19.55 | 626 | 66.8 | 0.14683 | 405 | |
| 400000 | 202.7 | 19 | 0.1451 | 3.69 | 18.43 | 557.5 | 59.5 | 0.16486 | 378 | |
| 350000 | 177.3 | 19 | 0.1357 | 3.45 | 17.23 | 487.3 | 52.0 | 0.18860 | 349 | |
| 300000 | 152.0 | 19 | 0.1257 | 3.19 | 15.96 | 416.7 | 46.6 | 0.22059 | 319 | |
| 250000 | 126.7 | 19 | 0.1147 | 2.91 | 14.57 | 346.7 | 38.8 | 0.26509 | 286 | |
| 211600 | 107.2 | 0000 | 7 | 0.1739 | 4.42 | 13.25 | 294.7 | 32.5 | 0.31188 | 256 |
| 167800 | 85.0 | 000 | 7 | 0.1548 | 3.93 | 11.80 | 233 | 25.7 | 0.3945 | 222 |
| 133100 | 67.4 | 00 | 7 | 0.1379 | 3.50 | 10.51 | 184.8 | 20.4 | 0.49738 | 194 |
| 105600 | 53.5 | 0 | 7 | 0.1228 | 3.12 | 9.36 | 146.8 | 17.0 | 0.62592 | 169 |
| 66360 | 33.6 | 2 | 7 | 0.0974 | 2.47 | 7.42 | 92 | 10.6 | 0.9987 | 128 |
| 41740 | 21.1 | 4 | 7 | 0.0772 | 1.96 | 5.88 | 57.9 | 6.69 | 1.5860 | 97 |
| 26240 | 13.3 | 6 | 7 | 0.0612 | 1.55 | 4.66 | 36.2 | 4.18 | 2.5361 | 67 |
Application Fields
Overhead power transmission lines
Distribution
Coastal areas
Industrial zones
Mountainous regions
Long-span transmission projects
Packaging & Shipping
All cables will be packaged in different materials based on their outer diameter and net weight, and can be customized according to requirements
