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Q&A: When Should A Hazardous Area Cable Joint Be Used?
Question: In what situation and applications should I use a Hazardous Area cable joint over a standard resin-filled joint? Answer: A Hazardous Area joint kit should be used if you have a requirement for your cable jointing solution, to be flame retardant, halogen-free or hydrocarbon resistant. All of our 3M Hazardous Area joints have been […]
Q&A: Are bushing extenders available for Euromold Interface C bushings?
Question: Are bushing extenders available for the Nexans Euromold Interface ‘C’ bushings? I have noted extenders are available for Interface D and E bushings but cannot find any examples for the interface C range. Answer: Unfortunately 400series bushing extenders do not exist. Being a European-designed product, it as always felt that sufficient control could be […]
nVent ERICO Perform Fusing Tests on CADWELD Connections
nVent ERICO, manufacturers of the CADWELD® range of exothermic welding equipment, recently carried out some fusing tests on their CADWELD connections at their HV laboratory in Solon, USA. In the tests, 10kA is applied until either the conductor or the CADWELD connection fails. To pass the test, the conductor must fail (melt) before the CADWELD connection […]
The Dangers of Using ‘Budget’ Cable Glands
We have all become accustomed to the flood of supposedly ‘economy’ range of products from manufacturers in the electrical supply industry, which often come at a competitive price that seems good to be true. Unfortunately, this can often be the case and by using these products you may be taking serious risks with the integrity […]
Q&A: How to Properly Remove A Bonded Screen With A Removal Tool?
Question: I’m about to use a bonded screen removal tool for the first time, how do I make sure it works correctly and the screen is properly removed from the cable? Answer: When terminating or jointing MV cables with a bonded semi-conductive screen, this will have to be shaved from the cable primary insulation to […]
Q&A: How Do I Use A Trefoil Cleat on Triplex Cables?
Question: I need to secure a cable in triplex formation with the use of a trefoil cleat, how would I go about doing this? Answer: Triplex cables are formed by having their three cores twisted around each other, this causes an issue when trying to secure the cable with traditional trefoil cleats. As the relative […]
