Suspension clamps are used to suspend and grip neutral messenger cables in Low Voltage Aerial Bundled Cable System. They hold cables in place without damaging the insulation. A suspension clamp attaches to a bracket to support the cable’s weight and keep it secure along the route. Since suspension clamps carry ...
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) prepares and publishes International Standards, such as IEC 62305, for all electrical, electronic and related technologies and is the leading international organization in its field. The IEC technical committee is comprised of representatives from the standard bodies of various countries with each country getting one ...
In today’s blog, we will cover 20 standards that help you understand Earthing and Lightning Protection better. Everyone talks about electrical failures after they happen. But no one asks, “Was your system installed as per the standard?” These standards tell us where to crimp, how to install, what size to ...
Follow us on LinkedIn for the latest updates The protective angle method is one of the three routes for lightning protection system design defined by IEC 62305, the international standard for lightning protection design. After the first step of determining the class of lightning protection decided by the Risk Assessment, ...
In this trending era of technology and development, earthing in substations plays a vital role. An electrical power system comprises a network of electrical elements that can be used to generate, distribute and transmit electrical energy through transmission lines. A substation is a part of an electrical power system that ...
Standards Used for Earthing Systems Definitions Over the past century, Electrical Safety Standards have evolved into highly advanced frameworks, covering all key aspects of safe installations, including Earthing Systems. For Low-Voltage (LV) Electrical Installations, the IEC 60364 standard ensures the protection of both personnel and property. The IEC 60364 standard ...
Do you know why power lines work even when they are installed at a significant height? Swaying in the wind as tall as a 15-floor apartment building. Let’s find out what keeps them running. In this blog we will talk about the Vibration Dampers used in Transmission Lines. Why ...
Improper cable lug installation can put your entire electrical system at risk. Read this blog to learn the safe way of crimping lugs according to the UL 486A-486B standard. This blog will guide you on properly crimping lugs, also known as terminals, in compliance with UL standards. Installation Process of ...
These clamps look small but selecting the wrong one can compromise the electrical safety of your structure. In this blog, you will learn about clamps used in earthing and lightning protection systems. By the end, you will clearly understand the different types of clamps and their applications. At Axis, we ...
The solar industry is one of the most flourishing sectors in India. Electricity production using solar energy is getting much cheaper and easy. The bimetallic solutions like bimetallic lugs & joints are playing a crucial role here. In this article, we will discuss how bimetallic solutions are becoming the norm ...
