Increasing Building Wire Voltage Ratings from 600 V to 1000 V

Increasing Building Wire Voltage Ratings from 600 V to 1000 V

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The effort to harmonize North American electrical standards initiated investigation of the ability of 600 V conductors to operate at 1,000 V. Associated changes to product standards are currently debated. This paper presents data to illustrate the behavior of PVC and XLPE insulations when exposed to 1,000 V. Variables such as additives, insulation thicknesses, and measurement technique greatly affect results. The lastest testing allows manufacturers to offer XHHW-2 at a new 1,000 V rating.

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The effort to harmonize North American electrical standards initiated investigation of the ability of 600 V conductors to operate at 1,000 V. Associated changes to product standards are currently debated. This paper presents data to illustrate the behavior of PVC and XLPE insulations when exposed to 1,000 V. Variables such as additives, insulation thicknesses, and measurement technique greatly affect results. The lastest testing allows manufacturers to offer XHHW-2 at a new 1,000 V rating.

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Author(s)

Written by Justin Hrbacek, Encore Wire Corporation. Presented by Michael Kahl, Encore Wire Corporation.
Publication/Event/Pages

Interwire
Year

2017

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