ROV Tether Cable
ROV Tether Cable
Custom ROV Cable for Subsea Applications
ROV Tether Cables are essential connections between remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) and their control systems, transmitting power, control signals, and data during underwater operations. Designed for demanding subsea environments, RouLine custom ROV tether cables are available in various configurations, including neutral buoyancy, Ethernet, fiber optic, and integrated air hose options, to meet different ROV system requirements.
OEM and custom engineering support available for freshwater and subsea ROV tether cable systems.
Custom Cable Solutions | Flexible MOQ | Fast Lead Time |
Key Features
Core Process:
↗Silver-Plated Conductors,
↗Twisted-Pair Groups,
↗High-Quality Insulation Layer,
↗M-Layer Concentric Array.
Conductor Cross-Sections: 0.08 mm² to 35 mm²
Other Options: Water Tightness Compound/Sealant/Water-Blocking Yarn
Corrosion Resistance: resistance to hydrolysis, corrosion, abrasion, and ultraviolet light.
Specifications
Item | Specification |
Conductor | Fine-stranded, extra-flexible tinned soft copper wire |
Conductor Standard | IEC 60228 (VDE 0295) Class 6 |
Insulation | TPE, TPV, XLPE, DPEM |
Core Structure | Anti-twist layering, grouped gap filling, twisted pairs, and layered binding |
Optical Fiber | Single-mode / Multi-mode, 6–24 fibers |
Shielding | Individual Pair/Unit Shielding (aluminum foil + copper braid) Overall Shielding (copper braid). Shielding coverage density ≥85%. |
Tensile Member | Central Kevlar core, interstitial Kevlar fill, or Kevlar braid |
Outer Sheath | PUR, PE, TPU |
Working Voltage | 300/300 V – 0.6/1 kV (for higher voltage, please contact ) |
Test Voltage | 2,000 V |
Insulation Resistance | ≥20 MΩ·km at 20°C |
Minimum Bending Radius | Dynamic: 7.5 × OD; Fixed: 4 × OD |
Operating Temperature | -40°C to +105°C |
We offer solutions tailored to specific customer requirements.
Applications
The ROV Tether Cables is designed for demanding subsea and marine applications, including:
↗Marine Seismic Survey Systems
Case Study
For extreme cold environments, customized ROV tether cables are engineered to maintain flexibility, mechanical strength, and reliable performance under low-temperature offshore and polar operating conditions.
→ Low Temperature ROV Tether Cable Solutions
Quality Testing & Control | Manufacturing Process |
Manufacturing Process
RouLine industrial cables are manufactured through controlled processes covering extrusion, reinforcement, assembly, and final inspection. Below are examples of key manufacturing stages that demonstrate our production capabilities and quality control processes.
→Cable Core Assembly Process →Wire Stranding Process →Kevlar braiding process
RouLine ROV cables are manufactured according to project-specific requirements, from conductor and reinforcement selection to cable assembly, forming, testing, and final inspection.
More Videos of ROV Cable Manufacturing →
Test Equipment
Industrial cables manufactured by RouLine are inspected using dedicated equipment for electrical, mechanical, and environmental testing. Depending on the cable design, testing may include high-voltage testing, insulation and continuity checks, tensile testing, flexing, temperature-humidity, salt-spray, and dimensional inspection. Testing procedures can be defined according to cable construction, operating depth, voltage rating, mechanical requirements, and applicable standards. →View the Test Equipment in Use
Ordering Information
Customization: Fully supported
MOQ: project-based negotiation
Standard Lead Time: 3-6 weeks after order confirmation
Custom Development Works
Engineering Insight
For TMS-integrated ROV operations, tether cable design directly influences power delivery, signal quality, and mechanical performance. Learn how optimized ROV tether cable structures can improve TMS system reliability.
