In the construction of aerial power distribution networks, the insulation performance, material economy, and scenario adaptability of cables are key considerations. The XLPE/PVC Insulated Aerial Bundled Cable (ABC) with aluminum conductor innovatively offers two insulation material options, combined with lightweight aluminum core conductors and an efficient bundled structure, making it a preferred flexible solution for aerial power distribution that covers different budget and environmental needs. It is widely used in urban distribution network branches, rural power grid transformation, aerial power supply in industrial parks, and other scenarios, providing flexible and reliable guarantees for power transmission from district transformers to end-users.​ From the perspective of core insulation materials, the two options of XLPE (cross-linked polyethylene) and PVC (polyvinyl chloride) are optimized for different demand scenarios respectively. The XLPE insulation version focuses on high performance and long-term durability: through a cross-linking process to restructure the molecular structure, its long-term working temperature can reach 90℃, and the maximum short-circuit temperature resistance is 250℃. During high-temperature exposure in summer or short-term line overload, it is not prone to insulation softening or cracking, making it suitable for urban distribution networks or industrial park scenarios with large load fluctuations. At the same time, XLPE has high insulation resistance and low dielectric loss; the annual leakage loss of a 10km line is only 1/5 of that of PVC insulation. Moreover, it releases no toxic halogen gases when burned and has low smoke density (meeting IEC 61034 standards), making it particularly suitable for densely populated residential areas or regions with high environmental protection requirements. The PVC insulation version, on the other hand, takes cost-effectiveness as its core advantage: its material cost is lower than that of XLPE. Although its long-term working temperature (70℃) and aging resistance are slightly inferior, by adding antioxidants and UV stabilizers, it can still meet the needs of scenarios sensitive to cost and with relatively mild environments, such as rural power grids and temporary power distribution. Additionally, the PVC insulation processing technology is mature, ensuring stable product consistency and high cost-effectiveness for short-term use.​ The "aluminum conductor" is a common core advantage of cables with both insulation versions, perfectly meeting the lightweight needs of aerial power distribution. The density of aluminum is only 2.7g/cm³, which is about 30% of that of copper. Under the same cross-sectional area, the weight of aluminum-core cables is significantly reduced - taking the 25mm² specification as an example, the weight of a 1km aluminum-core cable is approximately 67.5kg, which is only 30% of that of a copper-core cable of the same specification. This feature significantly reduces the load-bearing pressure of aerial poles and towers. During construction, lighter reinforced concrete poles can be used instead of heavy steel poles, reducing the cost of a single pole by 30%-40%. At the same time, the lightweight feature makes transportation and installation more convenient: the copper-core cable that originally required 3-4 people to collaborate on erection can be completed by only 2-3 people with the aluminum-core version, improving construction efficiency by about 30%, which is especially suitable for line laying in complex terrain areas such as rural areas and mountainous areas. In addition, the surface of the aluminum core can quickly form a dense oxide film, effectively resisting atmospheric corrosion. Even in rainy and high-humidity environments, it can still maintain stable electrical conductivity, with a service life of more than 20 years, reducing long-term maintenance costs.​ As an "aerial bundled cable (ABC)", its structural design brings unified and efficient advantages to cables with both insulation versions. Traditional aerial power distribution lines mostly use single conductors erected separately, requiring insulators, lightning arresters, and other accessories to be installed for each conductor, which not only occupies a large space on the poles and towers but also is prone to faults caused by branch contact and bird nesting. The XLPE/PVC insulated ABC cable binds multiple conductors (usually 1 phase + 1 neutral or 3 phases + 1 neutral) into a bundled structure through special equipment, and the outer layer is wrapped with the corresponding insulating sheath to form a whole. This design greatly reduces the space occupied by the line; the erection width of a single bundled cable is only 1/3 of that of traditional multiple single conductors, which can increase the line capacity on existing poles and towers, meeting the demand for "capacity expansion without adding poles" in urban distribution networks. At the same time, the bundled structure avoids friction between conductors and interference from external foreign objects, reducing the line failure rate by more than 60%. Especially in rural areas with dense trees or urban areas with good greening, it can effectively reduce power outages caused by branch scratches and improve power supply reliability.​ In terms of application scenario adaptability, the two insulation versions of the cable form complementary coverage. The XLPE insulation version, with its high performance, is preferentially suitable for scenarios such as urban residential communities, commercial streets, and industrial parks - in urban distribution networks, it can carry high-power loads such as air conditioners and electric vehicle charging piles, and withstand high temperatures and load fluctuations; in industrial parks, its chemical corrosion resistance can resist the impact of industrial dust and slight oil pollution, ensuring stable production power supply. The PVC insulation version is more suitable for scenarios such as rural power grid transformation, farmland irrigation power distribution, and temporary infrastructure construction sites - in rural areas, it can solve the problem of power transmission for scattered farmers at low cost and adapt to mild outdoor environments; in temporary construction sites, it can meet short-term power demand and is easy to recycle after construction is completed, reducing the overall project cost. In addition, both versions of the cable support flexible cross-sectional area selection (10mm²-50mm²), which can be accurately matched according to specific loads (e.g., 25mm² for residential electricity use, 50mm² for industrial auxiliary electricity use), avoiding resource waste.​ In summary, the XLPE/PVC Insulated ABC Cable with aluminum conductor achieves a flexible balance between performance and cost through two insulation material options, lightweight aluminum cores, and an efficient bundled structure. Whether it is urban and industrial scenarios pursuing high performance and long-term durability, or rural and temporary power distribution scenarios focusing on cost-effectiveness, a suitable solution can be found. It provides diversified choices for the construction of aerial power distribution networks, helping power enterprises reduce construction and operation and maintenance costs, improve the stability of distribution networks, and promote efficient energy transmission.