The Advancements in XLPE cables
What is XLPE? XLPE insulated cable is a cross-linked polyethylene that is insulated with a high-quality aluminum conductor armored cable. … Continue Reading
Cables
Aeolian Vibration of Transmission Conductors
What is Aeolian Vibration? Aeolian vibration is a type of motion caused by wind on conductors and overhead shield wires … Continue Reading
Types of Underground Cables
In practice, different types of underground cables are generally required to deliver 3-phase power. For the purpose, either three-core cable or … Continue Reading
Skin Effect in Wires, Cables and Transmission Lines
In this post, we will look at what is skin effect, its causes and the factors affecting it. In short, … Continue Reading
Insulating Materials for Power Cables
We have already discussed the construction of underground cables in the previous article. In this article, we will discuss the … Continue Reading
Construction of Underground Cables
An underground cable essentially consists of one or more conductors covered with suitable insulation and surrounded by a protecting cover. … Continue Reading
Insulation Resistance Test (IR Test) or Megger Test
Insulation Resistance or IR Test is carried out by maintenance engineers to ensure the healthiness of the overall insulation system … Continue Reading