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Why Is Overhead Distribution Wire Covered If It Is Not Fully Insulated?
At first glance, a covered overhead conductor can look a lot like insulated wire. Both have a material surrounding the conductor, and both are designed to protect the conductor in
PVC vs. TFE vs. XLP Hook-Up Wire: How Do You Choose the Right Insulation?
Two hook-up wires can have the same conductor size and still behave very differently once they are installed in equipment. One of the biggest reasons is the material surrounding the
ACSR vs. AAC Aluminum Conductors: What Is the Difference?
When an overhead power distribution project calls for aluminum conductor, two common options are ACSR and AAC. Both use aluminum to carry electrical current, but their construction gives them different
Mining Cable Has to Do More Than Carry Power: What Changes in Demanding Applications?
Electrical cable is ultimately expected to do one basic job: deliver power where it is needed. In a mining operation, however, carrying the electrical load is only part of the
When Do You Need Individually Shielded Pairs Instead of One Overall Cable Shield?
Choosing shielded instrumentation cable is only the first decision. In a multi-pair cable, the next question may be whether one shield around the entire cable is enough or whether each
How Much Voltage Drop Is Too Much in a Direct-Burial Cable Run?
A cable can have sufficient ampacity for a load and still be a poor choice for a long underground run. The reason is voltage drop. Every conductor has resistance. As
