EN 50397-2 Covered Conductors for Aerial Lines and Related Accessories for Normal Voltages Above 1 KV AC and Not Over 36 KV AC - Accessories for Covered Conductors - Tests and Acceptance Criteria

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EN 50397-2 Covered Conductors for Aerial Lines and Related Accessories for Normal Voltages Above 1 KV AC and Not Over 36 KV AC - Accessories for Covered Conductors - Tests and Acceptance Criteria

Covered overhead line conductors are equipped with a plastic coating (XLPE-based) as protection against accidental contact with grounded parts and at least against accidental contact with other live parts (eg other shielded overhead line conductors). touch-proof, fully protective insulation, closed overhead line conductors, designed for use in high-voltage overhead lines with a rated voltage up to 30 kV AC.

EN 50397-2 Covered Conductors for Aerial Lines and Related Accessories for Normal Voltages Above 1 KV AC and Not Over 36 KV AC - Accessories for Covered Conductors - Tests and Acceptance Criteria

Application of closed overhead line conductors is permitted on suitable specially designed insulators. For the rated voltage of the overhead line, as protection against adverse effects from water penetration, the conductor may be equipped with measures to ensure longitudinal water tightness.

The design of the installations, the purchase and installation of the shielded conductors and all related accessories specified in this EN are entrusted to suitably skilled and competent persons. In case of doubt as to the suitability of enclosed conductors and associated accessories for a particular situation, further specific information will be sought from the manufacturer for use.


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