EPR insulation pays off in long run

Journal Article · · Public Power; (United States)

OSTI ID:6856590

Railan, V; Guba, R A

Data showing the failure record of underground cables, both high-molecular-weight and cross-linked polyethylene, has raised interest in ethylene propylene rubber (EPR) insulation that has shown a longer service (40 years compared to 7-13). Further advantages of EPR are its heat resistance and higher thermal conductivity, its resistance to the corona effect, and its resistance to treeing. Despite its higher front-end cost, EPR is less expensive over its service life. 5 figures.

• Research Organization: Rural Electrification Administration, Washington, DC
• OSTI ID: 6856590
• Journal Information: Public Power; (United States), Journal Name: Public Power; (United States) Vol. 42:3; ISSN PUPOA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

Related Subjects

200300* -- Electric Power Engineering-- Power Transmission & Distribution-- (-1989)
24 POWER TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION
CABLES
COMPARATIVE EVALUATIONS
CONDUCTOR DEVICES
COST
DIELECTRIC MATERIALS
ELECTRIC CABLES
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
ELECTRICAL INSULATION
EQUIPMENT
LIFE-CYCLE COST
MATERIALS
PERFORMANCE