Title :
Insulation enhancement with heat-shrinkable components. I. Medium voltage
Author :
Hoffman, John W.
Author_Institution :
Raychem Corp., Menlo Park, CA, USA
Abstract :
For pt.I see ibid., vol.7, no.2, p.33 et seq. (1991). Heat-shrinkable components that enhance the insulation performance of installed, medium-voltage electrical systems are described. The concept of insulation enhancement is explained, and some of its applications are examined. Materials selection and compounding are discussed, particularly as regards the prevention of tracking and wetting. The manufacture of sheet and tape products is briefly described. Design considerations are discussed, and specification guidelines are briefly considered.<>
Keywords :
insulating materials; insulation; compounding; heat-shrinkable components; insulation enhancement; insulation performance; manufacture; materials selection; medium-voltage electrical systems; specification guidelines; tape products; tracking prevention; wetting prevention; Conducting materials; Dielectrics and electrical insulation; Flashover; Medium voltage; Plastic insulation; Polymers; Process design; Protection; Resistance heating; Stress;
Journal_Title :
Electrical Insulation Magazine, IEEE
