What Is DLO Cable?
DLO (Diesel Locomotive) Cable is a heavy-duty, flexible power cable engineered for harsh industrial environments. Honest Cable supplies premium DLO cables built to deliver stable power in applications where standard power cables cannot withstand continuous vibration, mechanical stress, high current, and extreme temperatures.
- Durability & Reliability
- Flexibility & Ease of Installation
- High Electrical Performance & Safety
- Certifications & Compliance
- Supply Stability & Cost Efficiency
Honest DLO cables are also known as diesel locomotive cables. These are flexible and rugged power cables, with 2kV voltage rating and maximum operating temperature of +90°C. We have specifically designed these power cables for heavy-duty applications in diesel electric locomotives, mining equipment, shipyards, electric drive, and generator systems.
Our DLO cables are made from stranded tinned copper conductors that conform to the ASTM B33. We use Ethylene Propylene Rubber (EPR) as an insulation material, and a Chlorinated Polyethylene (CPE) cable jacket. This robust construction makes Honest DLO cables achieve optimal power transmission, while also being resistant to high vibration, flame, oil, impact, abrasion and UV.
Whether your power project requires 14 AWG to 1111 MCM, our diesel locomotive cables come in many custom sizes. We also test every cable to ensure they comply with the MSHA approval standards, UL Type RHH/RHW-2, RoHS, UL 44, FT4 Flame Test and CSA C22.2 No. 38.
As a UL and CSA certified DLO cable manufacturer in China, we customize all our power cables according to your specific project needs – talk to our cable specialists.
Honest DLO Cable Voltage Options
- 2000V DLO Cable
2000V is for heavy motors, locomotives, drilling rigs, or high-current systems.
Why Choose Honest Cable for DLO Cables
Honest Cable manufactures DLO cables under strict quality control and full UL compliance, ensuring stable performance in demanding industrial environments.
We offer custom lengths, flexible order quantities, and efficient production scheduling to keep your project on time.
Our team helps you select the right cable type, voltage rating, and construction to match your exact application needs.
Honest Cable provides cost-effective solutions without compromising quality, helping you reduce procurement costs on large-scale projects.
Features of Honest DLO Cable
Honest Cable’s DLO cables are designed for long service life and stable performance, even under extreme working conditions.
- Superior flexibility for tight-bend routing
- Withstands oils, acids, alkalines, moisture, and outdoor exposure
- Designed for heavy-duty power transmission and high-current environments
- Engineered for long-term reliability in both stationary and mobile equipment
Honest DLO Cable Construction
Engineered with durable materials to ensure maximum performance:
Conductor: Extra-flexible stranded tinned copper for corrosion resistance and better conductivity
Insulation: High-grade EPR insulation for thermal stability and strong dielectric strength
Jacket: Rugged CPE outer sheath designed to resist abrasion, oils, weathering, and harsh environments
Honest Cable follows strict quality control to ensure every meter of DLO cable meets industry requirements.
Technical Standards & Ratings
Our DLO cables are manufactured according to major North American standards:
Standard: UL 2806
Voltage Rating: 600V or 2000V
Temperature Range: –40°C to +90°C
Certifications & Performance:
- RoHS compliant
- UL listed as Type RHH/RHW-2 (UL 44)
- FT4 / IEEE 1202 & VW-1 flame tests
- Sunlight resistant / Oil resistant / Cold-flex rated to –40°C
Honest Cable ensures every cable is tested for electrical, mechanical, and thermal reliability.
Applications of DLO Cable
DLO cables supplied by Honest Cable are trusted in a wide range of mission-critical industries:
- Power Distribution & Portable Power Systems
- Mining & Drilling Equipment (onshore & offshore)
- Marine & Shipyard Systems
- Wind & Solar Renewable Energy Installations
- Diesel-Electric Locomotives & Rail Systems
- Industrial Machinery & Heavy-Duty Motors
- Arc Welders, Power Jumpers, and Motor Leads
Because of their high flexibility and rugged construction, DLO cables are ideal for applications where continuous movement, vibration, and high current loads are present.
- DLO Cable 2kV Technical Data
- DLO Cable 600V Technical Data
| Size AWG / Kcmil | Conductor Diameter (mm) | Nominal Insulation Thickness | Nominal Jacket Thickness | Overall Diameter (mm) | Weight (kg/km) | Max. DC Resistance at 20°C (Ω/km) |
| 14 | 1.8 | 60 mil / 1.52 mm | 15 mil / 0.38 mm | 5.8 | 59 | 9.250 |
| 12 | 2.3 | 60 mil / 1.52 mm | 15 mil / 0.38 mm | 6.2 | 74 | 5.820 |
| 10 | 2.7 | 60 mil / 1.52 mm | 15 mil / 0.38 mm | 6.7 | 91 | 3.660 |
| 8 | 3.6 | 60 mil / 1.52 mm | 30 mil / 0.76 mm | 8.3 | 143 | 2.350 |
| 6 | 4.6 | 60 mil / 1.52 mm | 30 mil / 0.76 mm | 9.3 | 201 | 1.480 |
| 4 | 6.5 | 60 mil / 1.52 mm | 30 mil / 0.76 mm | 11.2 | 308 | 0.928 |
| 2 | 7.7 | 60 mil / 1.52 mm | 30 mil / 0.76 mm | 12.5 | 402 | 0.590 |
| 1 | 9.3 | 75 mil / 1.91 mm | 45 mil / 1.14 mm | 15.5 | 593 | 0.467 |
| 1/0 | 10.5 | 75 mil / 1.91 mm | 45 mil / 1.14 mm | 16.8 | 731 | 0.370 |
| 2/0 | 11.6 | 75 mil / 1.91 mm | 45 mil / 1.14 mm | 17.8 | 842 | 0.297 |
| 3/0 | 13.2 | 75 mil / 1.91 mm | 45 mil / 1.14 mm | 19.5 | 1047 | 0.236 |
| 4/0 | 14.9 | 75 mil / 1.91 mm | 45 mil / 1.14 mm | 21.2 | 1288 | 0.187 |
| 262.6 | 16.5 | 90 mil / 2.29 mm | 45 mil / 1.14 mm | 23.5 | 1568 | 0.146 |
| 313 | 18.0 | 90 mil / 2.29 mm | 45 mil / 1.14 mm | 25.0 | 1839 | 0.122 |
| 373.7 | 19.7 | 90 mil / 2.29 mm | 45 mil / 1.14 mm | 26.7 | 2151 | 0.102 |
| 444 | 21.6 | 90 mil / 2.29 mm | 45 mil / 1.14 mm | 28.6 | 2532 | 0.086 |
| 535.3 | 23.7 | 105 mil / 2.67 mm | 60 mil / 1.52 mm | 32.2 | 3098 | 0.072 |
| 646 | 25.9 | 105 mil / 2.67 mm | 60 mil / 1.52 mm | 34.5 | 3633 | 0.060 |
| 777.7 | 28.5 | 105 mil / 2.67 mm | 60 mil / 1.52 mm | 37.1 | 4314 | 0.050 |
| 930 | 31.2 | 105 mil / 2.67 mm | 60 mil / 1.52 mm | 39.7 | 5076 | 0.042 |
| 1111.1 | 34.1 | 105 mil / 2.67 mm | 60 mil / 1.52 mm | 42.6 | 5977 | 0.035 |
| Size AWG / Kcmil | Conductor Diameter (mm) | Nominal Insulation Thickness | Nominal Jacket Thickness | Overall Diameter (mm) | Weight (kg/km) | Max. DC Resistance at 20°C (Ω/km) |
| 14 | 1.8 | 45 mil / 1.14 mm | 15 mil / 0.38 mm | 5.0 | 49 | 9.250 |
| 12 | 2.3 | 45 mil / 1.14 mm | 15 mil / 0.38 mm | 5.5 | 63 | 5.820 |
| 10 | 2.7 | 45 mil / 1.14 mm | 15 mil / 0.38 mm | 5.9 | 79 | 3.660 |
| 8 | 3.6 | 45 mil / 1.14 mm | 30 mil / 0.76 mm | 7.5 | 129 | 2.350 |
| 6 | 4.6 | 45 mil / 1.14 mm | 30 mil / 0.76 mm | 8.5 | 185 | 1.480 |
| 4 | 6.5 | 45 mil / 1.14 mm | 30 mil / 0.76 mm | 10.5 | 288 | 0.928 |
| 2 | 7.7 | 45 mil / 1.14 mm | 30 mil / 0.76 mm | 11.7 | 380 | 0.590 |
| 1 | 9.3 | 55 mil / 1.40 mm | 45 mil / 1.14 mm | 14.5 | 556 | 0.467 |
| 1/0 | 10.5 | 55 mil / 1.40 mm | 45 mil / 1.14 mm | 15.7 | 692 | 0.370 |
| 2/0 | 11.6 | 55 mil / 1.40 mm | 45 mil / 1.14 mm | 16.8 | 801 | 0.297 |
| 3/0 | 13.2 | 55 mil / 1.40 mm | 45 mil / 1.14 mm | 18.4 | 1001 | 0.236 |
| 4/0 | 14.9 | 55 mil / 1.40 mm | 45 mil / 1.14 mm | 20.1 | 1239 | 0.187 |
| 262.6 | 16.5 | 65 mil / 1.65 mm | 45 mil / 1.14 mm | 22.2 | 1500 | 0.146 |
| 313 | 18.0 | 65 mil / 1.65 mm | 45 mil / 1.14 mm | 23.8 | 1766 | 0.122 |
| 373.7 | 19.7 | 65 mil / 1.65 mm | 45 mil / 1.14 mm | 25.4 | 2073 | 0.102 |
| 444 | 21.6 | 65 mil / 1.65 mm | 45 mil / 1.14 mm | 27.3 | 2449 | 0.086 |
| 535.3 | 23.7 | 80 mil / 2.03 mm | 60 mil / 1.52 mm | 30.9 | 3003 | 0.072 |
| 646 | 25.9 | 80 mil / 2.03 mm | 60 mil / 1.52 mm | 33.2 | 3532 | 0.060 |
| 777.7 | 28.5 | 80 mil / 2.03 mm | 60 mil / 1.52 mm | 35.8 | 4206 | 0.050 |
| 930 | 31.2 | 80 mil / 2.03 mm | 60 mil / 1.52 mm | 38.4 | 4960 | 0.042 |
| 1111.1 | 34.1 | 80 mil / 2.03 mm | 60 mil / 1.52 mm | 41.4 | 5852 | 0.035 |
Yes, DLO cable can replace welding cable in many heavy-duty jobs.
It has double insulation, tinned copper, and better heat, oil, and abrasion resistance. This makes it stronger and more reliable for high-current applications.
But welding cable cannot replace DLO cable.
Welding cable is made for the secondary circuit of welding machines only. It does not have the same insulation strength, voltage rating, or durability as DLO cable.
If the DLO cable is more than your application requires, there are other options:
- THHN / XHHW-2 – good for general power wiring in conduit or cable trays
- Welding Cable – very flexible, but not as tough or durable as DLO
- Type W Cable – portable power and mining work; slightly thicker and less flexible
- Type G / G-GC Cable – industrial use with built-in grounding conductors
- Type SC Cable – used for lighting and audio equipment; flexible but lower ratings
- Type P Cable – oil, mud, and moisture resistant for offshore and drilling sites
Honest Cable can help you choose the cable that fits your budget, flexibility needs, and working environment.
Yes. DLO cable can be installed in conduits, ducts, troughs, and cable trays. Its fine-stranded design makes the cable easy to pull, bend, and route, even in tight spaces.
Because DLO cable is rated for wet or dry locations, it works well in both indoor and outdoor conduit systems.