a Nexans company

Catalogue 2008

COMPANY PRESENTATION

EUROMOLD

EUROMOLD
Euromold is the leading European specialised designer, manufacturer and distributor of prefabricated cable accessories for medium voltage energy distribution. Euromold provides a complete range of accessories for underground cables: pre-moulded EPDM or silicone rubber connectors, terminations and joints for cables and epoxy bushings for transformers and switch gear, as well as a large range of cold-shrinkable terminations and joints from 12 to 42 kV. Euromold is also the manufacturer of electrical components for the high voltage accessories of the Nexans group.

International standards
All our products meet the International standards like CENELEC HD 629.1, CENELEC EN 50180, IEC 60137, IEEE 386 & 404 or country specifications. Official certificates, CESI, KEMA, ATEX prove the conformity of our products. Long duration tests of existing or new products are continuously performed in our test fields.

Laboratory accreditation
Since June 2000, Euromolds independent ELAB laboratory obtained the BELTEST accreditation no.192-T-ISO 17025 conform with the European standards for laboratories ISO 17025 for electrical testing of medium voltage cable accessories according to the International standards IEC 61442 and HD 629.

ISO 9001 Certificate

Since 1992, Euromolds commitment to quality is demonstrated by its ISO 9001 certification.

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While every care is taken to ensure that the information contained in this publication is correct, no legal responsibility can be accepted for any inaccuracy. Nexans Network Solutions N.V. - Div. Euromold reserves the right to alter or modify the characteristics of its products described in this catalogue as standards and technology evolve.

SEPARABLE CONNECTORS AND BUSHINGS

INTERFACE C

Table of contents

400LB - elbow connector 430TB-630A - tee connector 400TB - tee connector 440TB - tee connector 300PB-630A - coupling connector 400AR-3 - equipment bushing 400A-24B - in-air bushing Fixings for equipment bushings 400PB-XSA - surge arrester 300SA - surge arrester 400TR & 400TR-LB - test rod 400TK-400SW installation tools Accessories Possible arrangements

Interface C

Dimensions according to European CENELEC EN 50180 and 50181 (in mm).

Dia. 56 0.2 Dia. 46 0.2 Dia. 22 min. M16 x 2 - 6H 1.5 - 0.5

0

29 min.

90 0.2

11 min.

Dia. 70 0.2
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Connecting possibilities

BUSHINGS / ACCESSORIES
Equipment interface

CONNECTION

CONNECTORS / ACCESSORIES

dead-ending of equipment (K)(M)400DR-B

Dead-end receptacle

one cable to

(K)(M)400AR-3
Equipment bushing

equipment

400A-24B
In-air bushing

(K)400LB
Elbow connector

(K)(M)400SOP-B
Stand-off plug

cable isolation

400GP-B
Earthing plug

cable earthing

(K)430TB-630A
Tee connector

(K)400RTPA
Reducing tap plug

tap-off 630/250A

(K)(M)(P)400TB/G
Tee connector

(K)(M)400CP-SC
Connecting plug

in-line junction

in-line
(K)(M)440CP
Connecting plug

junction

(K)(M)440TB/G
Tee connector

INTERFACE C ELBOW CONNECTOR

400LB

Application
Separable elbow connector designed to connect polymeric insulated cable to equipment (transformers, switch gear, motors...). Also connects cable to cable, using the appropriate mating part.

Technical characteristics
The thick conductive EPDM jacket provides a total safe to touch screen which ensures safety for personnel. Each separable connector is tested for AC withstand and partial discharge prior to leaving the factory.

Up to 24 kV - 630 A

6/10 (12) kV 6.35/11 (12) kV 8.7/15 (17.5) kV 12/20 (24) kV 12.7/22 (24) kV
205 mm

Design
Separable connector comprising: 1. Conductive EPDM insert. 2. Conductive EPDM jacket. 3. Insulating EPDM layer moulded between the insert and the jacket. 4. Type C - 630 A interface as described by CENELEC EN 50180 and 50181. 5. Conductor connector (not included in the standard kit). 6. Insulating plug. 7. Cable reducer. 8. Earth lead. 9. Transition contact M10/M16. The screen break design enables cable outer sheath testing without removing or dismantling the connector.

9
4
5

1
370 mm

2 8
3

Specifications and standards

The separable connector 400LB meets the requirements of CENELEC HD 629.1.

Separable connector type

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Voltage Um (kV)
12 24

Current Ir (A)
630 630

Conductor sizes (mm2) min.

25 25

max.
300 300

400LB K400LB

Kit contents
The complete (K)400LB elbow connector kit comprises 3 x the following components:
The kit also comprises lubricant, wipers, and installation instructions.

3 x (K)400LB-W(-X) connector kit

Connector housing (K)400BLB

Transition contact + screw assembly 400LTS

Insulating plug 400LBP

Cable reducer 411CA-W

Ordering instructions
Select the part number which gives the best centring to the cable core insulation diameter. Add a 'K' for use up to 24 kV.

Table W Ordering part number

3 x 400LB-11 3 x 400LB-15 3 x 400LB-19 3 x 400LB-22 3 x 400LB-25 3 x 400LB-27

Dia. over core insulation (mm) min.

12.0 16.0 20.0 23.5 26.5 28.5

max.
17.5 22.0 26.5 31.0 32.5 37.5

Example: The copper wire screened cables are 24 kV, 240 mm2 stranded aluminium with a diameter over core insulation of 32.2 mm. Order 3 x K400LB-27 elbow connector kit.

Dia. 10.2 or 13

10 max.

Dia. 36 max.

24 max.

2 max.

38 max.

112 max.

135 max.

Notes: We do not supply the compression lugs in the standard kit. All types of cable lugs can be used. The lugs must be within the dimensions specified and the palm of the lug must be copper or any equivalent alloy.

For use with copper tape screened cables.

For use with Alupe or C 33-226 cables.

Order: Kit MT.

Please contact our representative.

For use with fabric tape (graphite) screened cables.

Order additional semi-conductive tape (type TSC).

Can be supplied with cable lugs.

Order: +MWS.

For outdoor applications.

Components can be ordered individually.

430TB-630A
Application
Separable tee shape connector (bolted type) designed to connect polymeric insulated cable to equipment (transformers, switch gear, motors, ...). Also connects cable to cable when using the appropriate mating parts.

INTERFACE C TEE CONNECTOR

Technical characteristics
A thick conductive EPDM jacket provides a total safe to touch screen. Each separable connector is tested for AC withstand and partial discharge prior to leaving the factory.

Up to 24 kV - 630 A

6/10 (12) kV 6.35/11 (12) kV 8.7/15 (17.5) kV 12/20 (24) kV 12.7/22 (24) kV
183 mm

Design
1. Type C - 630 A interface as described by CENELEC EN 50180 and 50181. 2. Clamping screw. 3. Conductive EPDM insert. 4. Insulating EPDM layer moulded between the insert and the jacket. 5. Conductive EPDM jacket. 6. Conductive rubber cap. 7. Basic insulating plug (standard version without voltage detection point). 8. Conductor connector 9. Cable reducer. 10. Earthing lead. The screen break design enables cable outer sheath testing without removing or dismantling the connector.

1 2
Non-size sensitive: 290 mm Size sensitive: 350 mm

6 7 8

3 4 5 10

Specifications and standards

The separable connector 430TB-630A meets the requirements of CENELEC HD 629.1.
Separable connector type
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Voltage Um (kV)
12 24

Current Ir (A)
630 630

Conductor sizes (mm2) min.

35 35

max.
300 300

430TB-630A K430TB-630A

Kit contents
The complete (K)430TB-630A tee connector kit comprises 3 x the following components:
non-size sensitive The kit also comprises lubricant, wipers, water sealing mastic, installation rod, installation instructions and crimp chart.

+
Cable reducer 430CA-W1 Conductor contact TMBC-X

= 3 x (K)430TB-W1-X
connector kit for non-size sensitive application

+
Clamping screw 430TCS Basic insulating plug + rubber cap 300BIPR

+
size sensitive

+
Cable reducer 411CA-W2 Conductor contact TBC-X

= 3 x (K)430TB-W2-X
connector kit for size sensitive application

Connector housing 430BT-630A

Ordering instructions
To order the tee connector, use the tables beside to substitute for W1/W2 and X in the formulas. Add a 'K' for use up to 24 kV. 1. From table W1 or W2: select the symbol which gives the best centring of your core insulation diameter. 2. From table X: according to your conductor size and type, select the designation which completes the part number. Example: The cable is 24 kV, 150 mm2 compact stranded copper with a diameter over core insulation of 27.5 mm. Order 3 x K430TB-18-95.240-14-5 for a non-size sensitive application or 3 x K430TB22-150(K)M-11-2 for a size sensitive application.

Voltage Um (kV)
12 24

Non-size sensitive
3 x 430TB-W1-X 3 x K430TB-W1-X

Size sensitive
3 x 430TB-W2-X 3 x K430TB-W2-X

Table W1
Dia. over core insulation (mm) min.
12.0 17.0 19.0

Table W2 Dia. over core insulation (mm) min.

11 16 18

W1

W2
11 15 19 22 25 27

max.
17.5 23.5 32.6

max.
17.5 22.0 26.5 31.0 32.5 37.5

12.0 16.0 20.0 23.5 26.5 28.5

Table X
Conductor sizes (mm2) 35 50 70 95 120 150 185 240 300 Aluminium conductor DIN hexagonal 35(K)M-10-2 50(K)M-10-2 70(K)M-10-2 95(K)M-10-2 Deep indent 35KM-10-1 50(K)M-10-1 70(K)M-10-1 95(K)M-10-1 Bolted Copper conductor DIN hexagonal 35(K)M-11-2 50(K)M-11-2 70(K)M-11-2 95(K)M-11-2 120(K)M-11-2 150(K)M-11-2 185(K)M-11-2 240(K)M-11-2 300(K)M-11-2 Bolted

120(K)M-10-2 120(K)M-10-1 150(K)M-10-2 150(K)M-10-1 185(K)M-10-2 185(K)M-10-1 240(K)M-10-2 240(K)M-10-1 300(K)M-10-2

For use with copper tape screened cables.

For use with Alupe or C 33-226 cables.

Order: Kit MT.

Please contact our representative.

For use with easy strip semi-conductive screened cables. Order:

Field control mastic (type MFC).

Please contact our representative.

For use with other cable types.

Order: +MWS.

For outdoor applications.

Basic insulating plug also available with a voltage detection point. Order : - /VD.

INTERFACE C TEE CONNECTOR

400TB

Application
Separable tee shape connector (bolted type) designed to connect polymeric insulated cable to equipment (transformers, switch gear, motors, ...). Also connects cable to cable when using the appropriate mating parts.

Technical characteristics
The thick conductive EPDM jacket provides a total safe to touch screen which ensures safety for personnel. Each separable connector is tested for AC withstand and partial discharge prior to leaving the factory.

Up to 41.5 kV - 630 A

6/10 (12) kV 6.35/11 (12) kV 8.7/15 (17.5) kV 12/20 (24) kV 12.7/22 (24) kV 18/30 (36) kV 19/33 (36) kV 20.8/36 (41.5) kV
255 mm 220 mm

Design
Separable connector comprising: 1. Conductive EPDM insert. 2. Conductive EPDM jacket. 3. Insulating EPDM layer. 4. Type C - 630 A interface as described by CENELEC EN 50180 and 50181. 5. Conductor connector. 6. Basic insulating plug (with VD point). 7. Cable reducer. 8. Conductive rubber cap. 9. Clamping screw. 10. Earthing lead. The screen break design enables cable outer sheath testing without removing or dismantling the connector.

4 5 1
390 mm

9 6 8

2 3

10

Specifications and standards

The separable connector 400TB meets the requirements of CENELEC HD 629.1 S1.
Separable connector type
400TB/G K400TB/G M400TB/G P400TB/G

Voltage Um (kV)
12 24 36 41.5

Current Ir (A)
630 630 630 630

Conductor size (mm2) min.

35 35 35 35

max.
300 300 240 240

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Kit contents
The complete (K)(M)(P)400TB/G tee connector kit comprises the following components:
The kit also comprises lubricant, wipers, installation instructions and crimp chart.

(K)(M)(P)400TB/G-W-X connector kit

Connector housing (K)(M)(P)400BT/G

Clamping screw 400TCS

Conductor contact TBC-X

Basic insulating plug + rubber cap (K)(M)(P)400BIPA

Cable reducer 411CA-W

Ordering instructions
To order the tee connector, select the ordering part number which gives you the best centring of your core insulation diameter and substitute X using table X, according to your conductor size and type. Add a 'K' for use up to 24 kV, an 'M' for use up to 36 kV or add a 'P' for use up to 41.5 kV.

Table W Ordering part number

400TB/G-11-X 400TB/G-15-X 400TB/G-19-X 400TB/G-22-X 400TB/G-25-X 400TB/G-27-X

Dia. over core insulation (mm) min.

12.0 16.0 20.0 23.5 26.5 28.5

max.
17.5 22.0 26.5 31.0 32.5 37.5

Table X
Conductor size (mm2) Aluminium conductor DIN hexagonal 35(K)M-12-2 50(K)M-12-2 70(K)M-12-2 95(K)M-12-2 120(K)M-12-2 150(K)M-12-2 185(K)M-12-2 240(K)M-12-2 300(K)M-12-2 Deep indent 35KM-12-1 50KM-12-1 70KM-12-1 95KM-12-1 120KM-12-1 150KM-12-1 185KM-12-1 240KM-12-1 300KM-12-1 Copper conductor DIN hexagonal 35(K)M-11-2 50(K)M-11-2 70(K)M-11-2 95(K)M-11-2 120(K)M-11-2 150(K)M-11-2 185(K)M-11-2 240(K)M-11-2 300(K)M-11-2

Example: The copper wire screened cable is 36 kV, 150 mm2 stranded copper with a diameter over core insulation of 32.5 mm. Order a M400TB/G-27150(K)M-11-2 tee connector kit.

35 50 70 95 120 150 185 240 300

For use with copper tape screened cables.

For use with Alupe or C 33-226 cables.

Order: Kit MT.

Please contact our representative.

For use in potentially explosive atmospheres (for 12 kV max.).

Order: -/ATEX.

Please contact our representative.

For use with other cable types.

Order: +MWS.

For outdoor applications.

Components can be ordered individually.

INTERFACE C TEE CONNECTOR

440TB

Application
Separable tee shape connector (bolted type) designed to connect polymeric insulated cable to equipment (transformers, switch gear, motors, ...). Also connects cable to cable when using the appropriate mating parts.

Technical characteristics
The thick conductive EPDM jacket provides a total safe to touch screen which ensures safety for personnel. Each separable connector is tested for AC withstand and partial discharge prior to leaving the factory.

Up to 36 kV - 630 A

6/10 (12) kV 6.35/11 (12) kV 8.7/15 (17.5) kV 12/20 (24) kV 12.7/22 (24) kV 18/30 (36) kV
255 mm 220 mm

Design

Separable connector comprising: 1. Conductive EPDM insert. 2. Conductive EPDM jacket. 3. Insulating EPDM layer moulded between the insert and the jacket. 4. Type C - 630 A interface as described by CENELEC EN 50180 and 50181. 5. Conductor connector. 6. Basic insulating plug (with VD point). 7. Cable reducer. 8. Conductive rubber cap. 9. Clamping screw. 10. Earthing lead. The screen break design enables cable outer sheath testing without removing or dismantling the connector.

4 5 1
400 mm

9 6 8

2 3

10

Specifications and standards

The separable connector 440TB meets the requirements of CENELEC HD 629.1.
Separable connector type
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Voltage Um (kV)
12 24 36

Current Ir (A)
630 630 630

Conductor sizes (mm2) min.

185 185 185

max.
630 630 630

440TB/G K440TB/G M440TB/G

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Kit contents
The complete (K)(M)440TB/G tee connector kit comprises the following components:
The kit also comprises lubricant, wipers, installation instructions and crimp chart.

(K)(M)440TB/G-W-X connector kit

Connector housing (K)(M)440BT/G

Clamping screw 400TCS

Conductor contact TBC-X

Basic insulating plug + rubber cap (K)(M)400BIPA

Cable reducer 611CA-W

Ordering instructions
To order the tee connector, select the ordering part number which gives you the best centring of your core insulation diameter and substitute X using table X, according to your conductor size and type. Add a 'K' for use up to 24 kV and add an 'M' for use up to 36 kV.

Table W Ordering part number

440TB/G-22-X 440TB/G-27-X 440TB/G-32-X 440TB/G-37-X 440TB/G-43-X

Dia. over core insulation (mm) min.

23.5 28.5 34.0 39.0 45.5

max.
31.0 37.5 42.5 48.5 56.0

Table X
Conductor sizes (mm2) Aluminium conductor DIN hexagonal 185(K)M-12-2 240(K)M-12-2 300(K)M-12-2 400(K)M-12-2 500(K)M-12-2 Deep indent 185KM-12-1 240KM-12-1 300KM-12-1 400KM-12-1 500KM-12-1 630KM-12-1 Copper conductor DIN hexagonal 185(K)M-11-2 240(K)M-11-2 300(K)M-11-2 400(K)M-11-2 500(K)M-11-2 630(K)M-11-2

Example: The copper wire screened cable is 36 kV, 240 mm2 stranded aluminium with a diameter over core insulation of 37.0 mm. Order a M440TB/G-32240(K)M-12-2 tee connector kit.

185 240 300 400 500 630

For use with copper tape screened cables.

Order: Kit MT.

For use in potentially explosive atmospheres (for 12 kV max.).

Order: -/ATEX.

Please contact our representative.

For use with other cable types.

Order: +MWS.

For outdoor applications.

Components can be ordered individually.

1250 A continuously

When installed on an appropriate equipment bushing:

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COUPLING CONNECTOR FOR 430TB-630A

300PB-630A
Up to 24 kV - 630 A

Application
Separable coupling connector (bolted type) for dual cable arrangement. It has been designed to be used with separable Tee connector 430TB-630A. Total maximum current is 630 A.

Technical characteristics
A thick conductive EPDM jacket provides a total safe to touch screen. Each separable connector is tested for AC withstand and partial discharge prior to leaving the factory.

6/10 (12) kV 6.35/11 (12) kV 8.7/15 (17.5) kV 12/20 (24) kV 12.7/22 (24) kV
290 mm

Design
1. Interface designed to fit 430TB-630A connector. 2. Bus for 300PB. 3. Conductive EPDM insert. 4. Insulating EPDM layer moulded between the insert and the jacket. 5. Conductive EPDM jacket. 6. Conductive EPDM cap. 7. Basic insulating plug. 8. Conductor connector (hexagonal crimping, deep indent crimping or bolted). 9. Cable reducer. 10. Clamping screw. 11. Earth lead. The screen break design enables cable outer sheath testing without removing or dismantling the connector.

10 2
Non-size sensitive: 290 mm Size sensitive: 350 mm

6 7 8 3 4 5

11 9

Specifications and standards

The 300PB-630A coupling connector meets the requirements of CENELEC HD 629.1 for 10 and 20 kV levels.
Separable connector type
01/2008

105 mm

Voltage Um (kV)
12 24

Current Ir (A)
630 630

Conductor sizes (mm2) min.

35 35

max.
300 300

300PB-630A K300PB-630A

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Kit contents
The complete (K)300PB-630A coupling connector kit comprises 3 x the following components:
non-size sensitive Cable reducer 430CA-W1

The kit also comprises silicone grease, water sealing mastic, installation rod, installation instructions and crimp chart.

+
Conductor contact TMBC-X

+
Clamping screw 300PB-CS Connector housing 300BPB-630A

+
size sensitive

3 x (K)300PB-W1-X connector kit for non-size sensitive application

+
Cable reducer 411CA-W2 Conductor contact TBC-X

3 x (K)300PB-W2-X connector kit for size sensitive application

Ordering instructions
To order the Tee connector, use the tables beside to substitute for W1/W2 and X in the formulas. Add a 'K' for use up to 24 kV.

Voltage Um (kV)
12 24

Non-size sensitive
3 x 300PB-W1-X 3 x K300PB-W1-X

Size sensitive
3 x 300PB-W2-X 3 x K300PB-W2-X

Table W1 Dia. over core insulation (mm) min.

12.0 17.0 19.0

Table W2 Dia. over core insulation (mm) min.

11 16 18 12.0 16.0 20.0 23.5 26.5 28.5

1. From table W1 or W2: select the symbol which gives the best centring of your core insulation diameter. 2. From table X: according to your conductor size and type, select the designation which completes the part number. Example: The cable is 24 kV, 150 mm2 compact stranded copper with a diameter over core insulation of 27.5 mm. Order 3 x K300PB-18-95.240-14-5 for a non-size sensitive application or 3 x K300PB22-150(K)M-11-2 for a size sensitive application.

W1

W2
11 15 19 22 25 27

max.
17.5 23.5 32.6

max.
17.5 22.0 26.5 31.0 32.5 37.5

Table X
Conductor sizes (mm2) 35 50 70 95 120 150 185 240 300 Aluminium conductor DIN hexagonal 35(K)M-10-2 50(K)M-10-2 70(K)M-10-2 95(K)M-10-2 Deep indent 35KM-10-1 50(K)M-10-1 70(K)M-10-1 95(K)M-10-1 Bolted Copper conductor DIN hexagonal 35(K)M-11-2 50(K)M-11-2 70(K)M-11-2 95(K)M-11-2 120(K)M-11-2 150(K)M-11-2 185(K)M-11-2 240(K)M-11-2 300(K)M-11-2 Bolted

120(K)M-10-2 120(K)M-10-1 150(K)M-10-2 150(K)M-10-1 185(K)M-10-2 185(K)M-10-1 240(K)M-10-2 240(K)M-10-1 300(K)M-10-2

For use with copper tape screened cables.

For use with fabric tape (graphite) screened cables.

Order: Kit MT.

Order additional semi-conductive tape (type TSC).

For use with easy strip semi-conductive screened cables. Order:

For use with copper wire screened cables.

Field control mastic (type MFC).

No earthing device is necessary.

Please contact our representative.

For use with other cable types.

Order: +MWS.

For outdoor applications.

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INTERFACE C EQUIPMENT BUSHING

400AR-3

Application
For use in equipment insulated with oil fluid, typically for transformers, switch gear, capacitors...

Technical characteristics
Each bushing is tested for AC withstand and partial discharge prior to leaving the factory.

Up to 36 kV - 630 A

6/10 (12) kV 6.35/11 (12) kV 8.7/15 (17.5) kV 12/20 (24) kV 12.7/22 (24) kV 18/30 (36) kV

Design
The equipment bushing is a moulded epoxy insulated part in accordance with CENELEC EN 50180.

133

Specifications and standards

The bolted type equipment bushings 400AR-3 meet the requirements of CENELEC EN 50180 and IEC 60137.

30 10 330

144

Ordering instructions
To order the equipment bushing, specify the type. The bushings are supplied with an earth lead (/J) or an earth plate (/GS). This earth connection must be specified when ordering. E.g. M400AR-3/GS. For use in potentially explosive atmospheres (for 12 kV max.). Order: -/ATEX.
Equipment bushing type
01/2008

Minimum oil level: -12 kV: 40 mm -24 kV: 50 mm -36 kV: 70 mm

40 M16 Dia. 70 Dia. 88 Dia. 128

In mm.
Voltage Ur (kV)
12 24 36

Current Ir (A)
630 630 630

400AR-3 K400AR-3 M400AR-3

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INTERFACE C IN-AIR BUSHING

400A-24B

Application
For use in equipment insulated with air, typically for transformers, switch gear, capacitors...

Technical characteristics
Each bushing is tested for AC withstand and partial discharge prior to leaving the factory.

Up to 24 kV - 630 A

6/10 (12) kV 6.35/11 (12) kV 8.7/15 (17.5) kV 12/20 (24) kV 12.7/22 (24) kV Design
The equipment bushing is a moulded epoxy insulated part in accordance with CENELEC EN 50181.
30 20 Dia. 80

Specifications and standards

The bolted type equipment bushings 400A-24B meet the requirements of CENELEC EN 50180 and IEC 60137.

Dia. 110 434

Ordering instructions
To order the equipment bushing, specify the type. The bushings are supplied with an earth lead. To include the ring clamp, add: /B, if per British standards. /D, if per German standards. /F , if per French standards. E.g. 400A-24B/D. For use in potentially explosive atmospheres (for 12 kV max.). Order: -/ATEX.

250

40

B
Dia. 80

M16

In mm.

Equipment bushing type

01/2008

Voltage Ur (kV)
12 24

Current Ir (A)
630 630

Creepage distance A-B (mm)

500 500

400A-24B 400A-24B

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FIXINGS FOR EQUIPMENT BUSHINGS

INTERFACE C

400AR-3/J bushing
DIN 42 538 German standards.

bushing interface fixing studs fixing flange B DIN 42 538 E DIN 42 538 clamp equipment sealing gasket 6 fixing studs
Dia. 90 Dia. 140

M10 25 55

equipment connection

earth jumper

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In mm

16

400A-24B In-air bushing

bushing interface

fixing studs and nuts M10 earth jumper

equipment gasket

equipment connection fixing flange BCA-B or BCA-D fixing flange BCA-F

Dia. 94.5

Dia.12 4 10

Dia.12 4 10

Dia. 94.5

Dia. 111 120

Dia. 111

F
126

120
BS 2562 stand.: 120 DIN 42 538 stand.: 123

Dia. 150
Type BCA-B : BS 2562 British standards Type BCA-D : DIN 42 538 German standards

Dia. 150
Type BCA-F : NFC 52-053 French standards

M10 25 55

M8 or M10 27 52

4 fixing studs
Dia. 82 Dia. 123

3 fixing studs
Dia. 82 Dia. 126

In mm

17

400PB-XSA
Application
Surge arrester designed to protect medium voltage components, including transformers, equipment, cable and accessories from high voltage surges resulting from lightning or switching.

INTERFACE C SURGE ARRESTER Up to 36 kV

Technical characteristics
This surge arrester is a metal oxide varistor surge arrester in an elbow configuration. Each arrester is tested for AC withstand and partial discharge prior to leaving the factory.

6/10 (12) kV 6.35/11 (12) kV 8.7/15 (17.5) kV 12/20 (24) kV 12.7/22 (24) kV 18/30 (36) kV
252 mm 150 mm

Design
Surge arrester comprising: 1. Conductive EPDM insert. 2. Conductive EPDM jacket. 3. Insulating EPDM layer moulded between the insert and the jacket. 4. Contact rod. 5. Earth lead. 6. Earth connection. 7. Steel cap. 8. Metal oxide valve elements. 9. Type C - 630 A interface as described by CENELEC EN 50180 and 50181.

Dia. 80 mm

4 1 2
L2 L1

9 5

3 8

Dia. 70 mm

7 6

Surge arrester type

400PB-5SA-15L 400PB-5SA-18L 400PB-5SA-22L 400PB-5SA-24L 400PB-5SA-30L 400PB-10SA-15N 400PB-10SA-18N 400PB-10SA-22N 400PB-10SA-24N 400PB-10SA-30N 400PB-10SA-36N 400PB-10SA-45N

Nominal discharge current In (kA)

5 5 5 5 5 10 10 10 10 10 10 10

Rated voltage Ur (kV)

15 18 22 24 30 15 18 22 24 30 36 45

Max. continuous operating voltage Uc (kV)

12.0 14.4 17.6 19.2 24.0 12.0 14.0 17.6 19.2 24.0 28.8 36.0

Steep current Lightning current residual residual voltage @ 5 kA voltage @ 5 kA [1/20 s] (kV) [8/20 s] (kV)
42.4 52.7 65.7 70.0 87.3 46.2 56.0 68.9 74.4 92.7 111.1 138.2 40.0 48.0 59.0 64.0 80.0 40.2 48.6 59.8 64.5 80.4 96.4 120.0

High current impulse withstand (kA)

65 65 65 65 65 100 100 100 100 100 100 100

Dimensions (mm) L1
250 250 350 350 350 250 250 350 350 350 350 450

L2
290 290 390 390 390 290 290 390 390 390 390 490

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Typical applications and dimensions

410 mm 220 mm 185 mm 150 mm 355 mm 202 mm

Type 400TB/G or K400TB/G tee connector

Type 400PB-5SA or 400PB-10SA surge arrester

Type 400PB-5SA or 400PB-10SA surge arrester

Type 400LB or K400LB elbow connector

335 mm 150 mm 183 mm

Type 430TB or K430TB tee connector

Ordering instructions
To order the surge arrester, specify the surge arrester type, as described on previous page. Example: For a maximum continuous operating voltage (rms) of 24 kV and a nominal discharge current of 10 kA. Order a 400PB-10SA-24N surge arrester.

Type 400PB-5SA or 400PB-10SA surge arrester

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SURGE ARRESTER FOR 430TB-630A CONNECTOR

300SA

Application
Surge arrester designed to protect 12 and 24 kV class components, including transformers, equipment, cable and accessories from high voltage surges resulting from lightning or switching. It has been designed to be used with the separable tee connector 430TB-630A.

Technical characteristics
This surge arrester is a metal oxide varistor surge arrester in an elbow configuration. Each arrester is tested for AC withstand, partial discharge and critical voltage prior to leaving the factory.

Up to 24 kV

6/10 (12) kV 6.35/11 (12) kV 8.7/15 (17.5) kV 12/20 (24) kV 12.7/22 (24) kV
170 mm 105 mm

Design
Surge arrester comprising: 1. Interface designed to fit the tee connector 430TB-630A. 2. Conductive EPDM insert. 3. Conductive EPDM jacket. 4. Insulating EPDM layer moulded between the insert and the jacket. 5. Receptacle for contact rod. 6. Metal oxide valve elements. 7. Steel cap. 8. Earth connection. 9. Earth lead.
L2 L1

Dia. 75 mm

1 5 2 3 4 6 9

Dia. 65 mm

7 8

Surge arrester type

300SA-10-15N 300SA-10-18N 300SA-10-22N 300SA-10-24N 300SA-10-30N

Nominal discharge current In (kA)

10 10 10 10 10

Rated voltage Ur (kV)

15 18 22 24 30

Max. continuous operating voltage Uc (kV)

12.0 14.4 17.6 19.2 24.0

Dimensions (mm) L1
260 260 350 350 350

L2
300 300 390 390 390

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Typical application and dimensions

290 mm 180 mm 107 mm

Ordering instructions
To order the surge arrester, specify the surge arrester type, as described on previous page. Example: For a maximum continuous operating voltage (rms) of 24 kV and a nominal discharge current of 10 kA. Order a 300SA-10-30N surge arrester.

Type 300SA surge arrester Type 430TB or K430TB tee connector

Technical data
Surge arrester type
300SA-10-15N 300SA-10-18N 300SA-10-22N 300SA-10-24N 300SA-10-30N

Steep current residual voltage @ 10 kA [1/20 s] (kV)

49.6 59.6 69.5 79.4 99.3

Lightning current residual voltage [8/20 s] (kV) @ 5 kA

40.8 49.0 57.1 65.3 81.6

Switching impulse residual voltage [36/90 s] (kV) @ 20 kA

49.8 59.8 69.7 79.7 99.6

@ 10 kA
44.5 53.4 62.3 71.2 89.0

@ 125 A
32.4 38.8 45.3 51.8 64.7

@ 500 A
34.2 41.0 47.9 54.7 68.4

High current impulse withstand (kA)

100 100 100 100 100

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400TR and 400TR-LB

Application
The test rod can be used for: - cable fault location - cable testing - phasing checks, etc. Connections may be made with a cable lug, a 4 mm plug or spring clips.

INTERFACE C TEST RODS

Technical characteristics
The 400TR test rod can be used with 400TE, 430TB, 400TB and 440TB connectors. The 400TR-LB is for use with the 400LB connector.

Design
1. Insulating shroud. 2. Threaded rod for test connection. 3. Two nuts M12. 4. Insulation. 5. Copper test rod stem. 6. Wing nut. An insulating shroud is provided to allow the application of test voltages when bushings are closely spaced.

400TR

400TR-LB

1
M10

1
M12

2 6
40 60

2 3

Installation
The test rod is mounted on to the clamping screw in the type C interface tee and coupling connectors. The test cable is connected to the threaded stem and the insulating shroud moved to its final position over the end of the test rod.
480

370

4 5

288

Dia. 25

Ordering instructions
Simply specify: 400TR or 400TR-LB test rod.
Maximum A.C. test voltage (50 Hz - 1 min.)
36 kV 36 kV

In mm.
Maximum D.C. test voltage (8 x U0 - 30 min.)
96 kV 96 kV

Test rod type

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Impulse voltage (1.2 x 50 s) min.

95 kV 95 kV

400TR 400TR-LB

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400TK & 400SW

Application
The box spanner and box spanner key are designed to facilitate assembly of 400TE, 400TB and 440TB connectors. The 400TK box spanner is used to install the 400TEF clamping pin contact or 400TCS clamping screw. The 400SW box spanner key fits on the hex nut of the 400BIPA basic insulating plug.

INSTALLATION TOOL

400SW 400TK

Ordering instructions
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Simply specify: - 400TK box spanner - 400SW box spanner key

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ACCESSORIES
INTERFACE C Up to 36 kV

Application
For use with connectors and bushings with an interface C as described by CENELEC EN 50180 and 50181.

Technical characteristics
All these products, except the earthing plugs, are tested for AC withstand and partial discharge prior to leaving the factory.

6/10 (12) kV 6.35/11 (12) kV 8.7/15 (17.5) kV 12/20 (24) kV 12.7/22 (24) kV 18/30 (36) kV Ordering instructions
Order 400DR-B for 12 kV, K400DR-B for 24 kV or M400DR-B for 36 kV applications. The dead-end receptacle can be supplied with an earth lead. Order: -/G. E.g. K400DR-B/G.

400DR-B Dead-end receptacle

Fits over a bushing with a type C interface to provide 'deadend' facility.

400SOP-B Stand-off plug

Is designed to support and 'dead-end' connectors with a type C interface when removed from equipment.

Ordering instructions
Order 400SOP-B for 12 kV, K400SOP-B for 24 kV or M400SOP-B for 36 kV applications.

400GP-B Earthing plug

Is designed to support and earth connectors with a type C interface when removed from equipment.

Ordering instructions
Order 400GP-B for 12, 24 or 36 kV applications.

300GP-B Earthing plug

Is designed to earth the 430TB630A connectors when it is fixed-mounted to the equipment (maintenance earthing).
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Ordering instructions
Order 300GP-B for 12 or 24 kV applications.

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400BIPA Basic insulating plug

Acts as a tightening nut for the 400TB and 440TB tee connector kits. The plug contains a voltage detection point. The conductive rubber protection cap is included.

Ordering instructions
Order 400BIPA for 12 kV, K400BIPA for 24 kV or M400BIPA for 36 kV applications.

430CP Connecting plug

For connecting two or more 430TB-630A connectors, thus creating a separable cable joint or a multiple cable connection to equipment.

Ordering instructions
Order 430CP for 12 kV or K430CP for 24 kV applications.

400CP-SC Connecting plug

For connecting two or more connectors with a type C interface together, thus creating a separable cable joint or a multiple cable connection to equipment.

Ordering instructions
Order 400CP-SC for 12 kV, K400CP-SC for 24 kV or M400CP-SC for 36 kV applications.

440CP Connecting plug

For connecting two or more 440TB connectors, thus creating a separable cable joint or a multiple cable connection to equipment. For use up to 1250 A. Only for use with 440TB.

Ordering instructions
Order 440CP for 12 kV, K440CP for 24 kV or M440CP for 36 kV applications. Order: -/ATEX for use in potentially explosive atmospheres (for 12 kV max.).

400RTPA Reducing tap plug

Provides a type A interface to connectors with a type C interface. A 'C' spanner, 600SW, is used to tighten the reducing tap plug on to its mating part.

Ordering instructions
Order 400RTPA for 12 kV or K400RTPA for 24 applications. Order 600SW for the 'C' spanner.

Kit MT Earthing kit for copper tape screened cables

Contains a tinned copper braid (25 mm - L = 500 mm), a tinned copper wire for cleating and some water sealing mastic.

Ordering instructions
Order Kit MT for 12 kV, 24 kV 36 kV or 41.5 kV applications.

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POSSIBLE ARRANGEMENTS
430TB
Single cable arrangement. Order 430TB for 12 kV or K430TB for 24 kV applications.

INTERFACE C

430TB+300PB
Dual cable arrangement. Order 430TB+300PB for 12 kV or K430TB+K300PB for 24 kV applications.
290

183

basic insulating plug tee connector

basic insulating plug coupling connector tee connector

110

110

105

400TB/G
Single cable arrangement. Order 400TB/G for 12 kV, K400TB/G for 24 kV, M400TB/G for 36 kV or P400TB/G for 41.5 kV applications.
250

400TB/G-P2
Dual cable arrangement. Order 400TB/G-P2 for 12 kV, K400TB/G-P2 for 24 kV or M400TB/G-P2 for 36 kV applications.

500

basic insulating plug tee connector connecting plug basic insulating plug

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110

245

In mm.

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400TB/G-L2
2-way connection. Order 400TB/G-L2 for 12 kV, K400TB/G-L2 for 24 kV or M400TB/G-L2 for 36 kV applications.
connecting plug

400TB/G-L5
2-way connection with tap-off. Order 400TB/G-L5 for 12 kV or K400TB/G-L5 for 24 kV applications.

505

530 basic insulating plug basic insulating plug

basic insulating plug

reducing tap plug

type A separable connector

400TB/G-L3
3-way connection. Order 400TB/G-L3 for 12 kV, K400TB/G-L3 for 24 kV or M400TB/G-L3 for 36 kV applications.
basic insulating plug connecting plug

775

connecting plug

basic insulating plug

400TB/G-L4
Disconnectable tap-off. Order 400TB/G-L4 for 12 kV, K400TB/G-L4 for 24 kV or M400TB/G-L4 for 36 kV applications.

1020

basic insulating plug

connecting plug

connecting plugs

basic insulating plug

In mm.

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Connector on stand-off plug

Order 400SOP-B for 12 kV, K400SOP-B for 24 kV or M400SOP-B for 36 kV applications.

Connector on earthing plug

Order 400GP-B for 12 kV, 24 kV and 36 kV applications.

stand-off plug

basic insulating plug

earthing plug

basic insulating plug

Earthing plug on connector

Order 300GP-B for 12 kV and 24 kV applications.

300GPB earthing plug

430TB tee connector

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Cable and equipment testing.

600 515

400TR test rod 430TB tee connector

insulating shroud

400TR-LB test rod 400LB elbow connector

insulating shroud

110

125

600

400TR test rod

insulating shroud

400TB or 440TB tee connector

110

In mm.

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