IEC-811-5-1 – Common Test Methods for Insulating and Sheathing Materials of Electric Cables – Part 5:  Methods Specific to Filling Compounds – Separation of Oil

Filling compounds for electrical and telecommunication cables protect wires from corrosion and moisture by filling the interstices.   The filling compounds, typically a grease or a gel, should have excellent heat and electrical properties, and be stable under environmental conditions – the oil must not separate from the thickener.  This test determines the amount of oil that separates from filling compounds during storage.

The filling compound is heated, stirred and poured into a box as per the specification.  It is then cooled and heated as per the method and examined.  A “pass” is reported if the separated oil does not extend more than 5mm into the unfilled portion of the box.

Price: $146.00

Sample size: 100 g

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