Ensure the end-of-line voltage is within spec.
: Higher voltage ratings (e.g., 35kV vs 5kV) require thicker insulation, which increases the cable's overall diameter and weight even for the same conductor size. medium voltage cable size chart
| Voltage (kV) | Conductor Size (AWG) | Insulation Thickness (mils) | Cable Diameter (inches) | Weight (lb/1000ft) | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 5 | 2 | 175 | 1.04 | 425 | | 5 | 1/0 | 175 | 1.24 | 550 | | 5 | 2/0 | 175 | 1.44 | 700 | | 8 | 1/0 | 200 | 1.49 | 750 | | 8 | 2/0 | 200 | 1.74 | 950 | | 8 | 3/0 | 200 | 2.01 | 1200 | | 15 | 2/0 | 250 | 2.24 | 1400 | | 15 | 3/0 | 250 | 2.56 | 1800 | | 15 | 4/0 | 250 | 2.93 | 2300 | Ensure the end-of-line voltage is within spec
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