All Cable Splices Must Rebuild These Critical Cable Functions
All Cable Splices Must Rebuild These Critical Cable Functions
All Cable Splices Must Rebuild These Critical Cable Functions
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All cable splices must rebuild these critical cable functions: Electrical stress control Insulation and semiconductive layer Shielding and grounding Environmental and mechanical protection The typical Tyco Electronics splicebased on heat-shrink technology, specialized materials, and pre-engineered designsdelivers reliable performance. A close look at one of our polymeric cable splices shows how each component draws on Tyco Electronics technical excellence and field experience to rebuild every function of the cable.
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Grounding and Shielding* Ground braid provides continuity across the splice. Ground clamp provides secure grounding without soldering. Shielding mesh surrounds the splice for personnel protection.
*Grounding components not included with URD cable splices.
Electrical Stress Control Stress relief material Minimizes stress around the connector and at the shield cutback. Heat-shrinkable stress control tubing Reduces electrical stress to safe operating levels. Delivers long-term, stable electrical performance.
Insulation and Semiconductive Layer Heat-shrinkable dual-layer insulation/conductive tube Delivers consistent insulation thickness without field measurements, in a factory-engineered system. Outer conductive layer reconstructs the cables insulation shield. Inner insulating wall provides insulation thickness to meet or exceed that of the cable. Both layers are factory-bonded to help ensure a void-free interface between the insulation and shield.
Heat-shrinkable adhesive-lined wraparound jacket Heat-activated adhesive promotes a positive moisture seal between the cable and splice. Tough, crosslinked polyolefin materials provide impact- and abrasion-resistance.
Moisture Sealing and Mechanical Protection Moisture sealant Internal moisture seal inhibits migration of moisture even on cables with jacket damage.