DocumentCode
2010499
Title
Conflict between ASTM F855 and IEEE 386, the IEEE 386 perspective
Author
Stepniak, Frank M.
Author_Institution
Elastimold Div., Thomas & Betts, Hackettstown, NJ, USA
Volume
2
fYear
2001
fDate
2001
Firstpage
1055
Abstract
The IEEE Standard for Separable Insulated Connector Systems Above 600 V is in the process of revision. However, revision of the through fault and fault close ratings was not an issue under consideration until a conflict was recognized between IEEE 386 and ASTM F855. ASTM F855 covers requirements for protective grounds installed during work on de-energized circuits. From the wording, it is unclear whether the ASTM standard is limited to overhead protective grounds or may also be applied to grounds used on underground systems. Grounding devices constructed in compliance with IEEE 386 are commonly used by electric utilities as protective grounds during work on underground distribution circuits. However, these devices do not fully meet the requirements of ASTM F855 for a grounding system. Does the F855 standard apply to separable connectors and can or should separable connector devices be made to comply with the ASTM F855 requirements?
Keywords
IEEE standards; earthing; electric connectors; underground distribution systems; ASTM F855; ASTM standard; IEEE 386; Separable Insulated Connector Systems; de-energized circuits; electric utilities; fault close ratings; overhead protective grounds; protective grounds; through fault ratings; underground distribution circuits; Assembly; Circuit faults; Conductors; Connectors; Grounding; Insulation; Manufacturing; Occupational safety; Power industry; Protection;
fLanguage
English
Publisher
ieee
Conference_Titel
Transmission and Distribution Conference and Exposition, 2001 IEEE/PES
Conference_Location
Atlanta, GA
Print_ISBN
0-7803-7285-9
Type
conf
DOI
10.1109/TDC.2001.971395
Filename
971395
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