Heat Shrink Cable Joint Kit GXS/1236 kV — up to 36 kV XLPE/PVC
GXS/1236 kV series heat shrinkable, waterproof straight-through joint kit for 3-core XLPE/PVC insulated cable, rated up to 36 kV.
Choose a size
Selection Charts
| System | Cable size(sq. mm) | Kit code |
|---|---|---|
| 12 kV | 16 - 50 | GXS-11 |
| 12 kV | 70 - 120 | GXS-12 |
| 12 kV | 120 - 185 | GXS-13 |
| 12 kV | 240 - 300 | GXS-14 |
| 12 kV | 400 - 500 | GXS-15 |
| 15–24 kV | 25 - 50 | GXS-21 |
| 15–24 kV | 70 - 95 | GXS-22 |
| 15–24 kV | 120 - 150 | GXS-23 |
| 15–24 kV | 185 - 240 | GXS-24 |
| 15–24 kV | 300 - 400 | GXS-25 |
| 36 kV | 37 - 70 | GXS-31 |
| 36 kV | 95 - 150 | GXS-32 |
| 36 kV | 185 - 300 | GXS-33 |
| 36 kV | 400 | GXS-34 |
12 kV system: 6.6/6.6 kV, 6.35/11 kV. 15–24 kV system: 8.7/15 kV, 11/11 kV, 12.7/22 kV. 36 kV system: 19/33 kV. All kits are supplied with full kit content for making a straight through joint. Item 11 (wraparound joint case) may be replaced with GI mesh application. Source: GALA Joints and Termination Catalogue, Issue 2, July 2025, GXS-1236kV-Series page.
GXS/1236 — kit contents (bill of material, standard packing kit)
| No. | Description | Qty. |
|---|---|---|
| Kit components | ||
| 1. | Inline Connection (Ferrule) | 3 Nos. |
| 2. | Stress Control Mastic | 6/9 Nos. |
| 3. | Heat Shrinkable Stress Control Sleeve (Black) | 3 Nos. |
| 4. | Heat Shrinkable Insulations (Red) tubing — 12 kV Systems | 3 Nos. |
| Heat Shrinkable Insulations (Red) tubing — 24 kV Systems | 6 Nos. | |
| Heat Shrinkable Insulations (Red) tubing — 36 kV Systems | 6 Nos. | |
| 5. | Heat Shrinkable Dual Wall Screened Tubing (Red + Black) | 3 Nos. |
| 6. | Stress Control Mastic (Grey / Yellow) | 6 Strips. |
| 7. | Red Mastic | 6/9 Nos. |
| 8. | Copper Woven Flexible Mesh Tape | 3 Roll |
| 9. | Solder Tac (Alternatively Roll Spring) | 1 Set / 3 Nos |
| 10. | Worm Drive Clips | 4 Nos. |
| 11. | Wraparound Joint Case (Metallic Protection Case) | 1 No. |
| 12. | Heat Shrinkable Outer Jackting Sleeve (Central 1 No. + Slide Sleeve 2 Nos.) | 3 Nos. |
| 13. | Tinned Copper Braid (Main Earthing) | 1 No. |
| Cable components (numbers on the drawing) | ||
| 14. | Outer Sheath | |
| 15. | Inner Sheath | |
| 16. | Semi Conducting Core Screen | |
| 17. | XPLE Insulation | |
| 18. | Armour | |
| 19. | Metallic Screen (Copper Foil) | |
| Installation aids & accessories (part of the standard kit) | ||
| • | Silicon Grease | 3 Nos. |
| • | Mastic Sealing Tape | 1 Roll |
| • | Nylon String for Cutting XLPE Insulation | 1 No. |
| • | Aloxite Emery Tape | 3 Nos. |
| • | PVC Adhesive Tape | 1 Roll |
| • | Mopping Cloth | 1 No. |
| • | Cleaning Tissue | 6 Nos. |
| • | Installation Instruction Manual | 1 No. |
Source: GALA Joints and Termination Catalogue, Issue 2, July 2025, GXS-1236kV-Series page.
Dimensions & Drawings
GXS/1236 kV splices XLPE/PVC insulated MV cable in one kit family spanning 12 kV to 36 kV.
Features & Benefits
- Outer and inner sheath components matched to cable construction
- Semi-conducting core screen and XLPE insulation matched to the cable
- Metallic screen (copper foil)
- Silicone grease and mastic sealing tape
- Nylon string for cutting XLPE insulation, aloxite emery tape
- PVC adhesive tape, mopping cloth, cleaning tissue and installation instructions
- Inline connection ferrule, heat shrinkable stress control sleeve and stress control mastic
- Heat shrinkable red insulation tubing (3 for 12 kV systems, 6 for 24 kV and 36 kV) and dual wall screened tubing
- Copper woven flexible mesh tape, GI mesh, solder tack or roll spring, worm drive clips and tinned copper main earthing braid
- Wraparound metallic protection joint case and heat shrinkable outer jacketing sleeve (1 centre plus 2 side sleeves)
Applications
- Straight-through jointing of 3-core XLPE/PVC insulated cable up to 36 kV
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Heat Shrink Cable Joint Kit GXS/1236 kV used for?
It is used for:
- Straight-through jointing of 3-core XLPE/PVC insulated cable up to 36 kV
How do I choose the right size?
Choose by conductor size: the selection chart gives the kit for each cable size in sq mm. For example, on a 15–24 kV system, a 120 - 150 sq mm cable takes kit GXS-23.
Where can I download the datasheet?
From the "Download datasheet" button at the top of this page, or here:
Can I get a quote, a sample or a size that is not listed?
Send your cable details, quantity and application with the "Request a Quote or Sample" form at the foot of this page. For a size or variant that is not in the chart, describe what you need there, or use Technical support at the top of the page, and the technical team will confirm what can be supplied.
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