wiredinUSA May 2014

Each splice is tested for partial discharge and1minuteACwithstandbefore shipping. The complete QS4 portfolio includes splice kits for 15, 25/28, and 35kV tape shield, wire shield, UniShield ® , longitudinally corrugated, jacketed concentric neutral and flat strap neutral power cables, and covers conductor ranges up to 500mm 2 .

60 to 2,000µm without changing v-grooves or fiber clamps, whether for cladding or coating.

Secure splicing

The manufacturer 3M has launched its cold shrink QS4 integrated splice for the construction and industrial market. Originally introduced to the utility market in 2013, the QS4 splice will integrate all of the layers of a shielded power cable splice into one compact joint, making installation quick and easy.

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Based on 3M’s QS-III cold shrink splice body the QS4 splice is specifically designed to meet IEEE standards, and features an easy-pulling, smooth-edged yellow core and a re-jacketing tube that eliminates additional core and the need for grease. A customizable, factory-installed ground braid and fewer components further reduce installation time. Once installed, a cold shrink splice creates a reliable electrical interface without sealants or adhesives.

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