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Important one liner (Underground Cable)
- An underground cable is a power transmission medium laid below ground for aesthetic and safety reasons.
- XLPE insulation offers high thermal stability improving cable lifespan under load.
- Trenching depth and width directly impact installation costs for cable projects.
- Horizontal directional drilling enables cable installation with minimal surface disruption.
- Cross-linked polyethylene reduces dielectric losses compared to paper and oil-filled cables.
- Sand bedding around cables cushions mechanical stresses and aids heat dissipation.
- Steel wire armour provides mechanical protection and a reliable earth return path.
- Very low frequency tan delta testing detects insulation defects during commissioning.
- Trefoil formation of multicore cables limits loop area and reduces electromagnetic emissions.
- Power factor measurements indicate dielectric losses under alternating voltage stress.
- Lead sheaths give superior moisture resistance in oil-filled cable systems.
- Heat dissipation through soil conduction is critical to prevent thermal runaway.
- IEC 60502 standardizes design and installation requirements for power cables.
- Paper-insulated lead-covered (PILC) cables remain in service for their robustness.
- Proximity effect in multicore cables alters current distribution and raises losses.
- Asphalt backfill has low thermal conductivity, increasing cable operating temperatures.
- Cable ampacity ratings depend on ambient soil thermal resistivity and cable spacing.
- Proper jointing and termination ensure long-term reliability of underground cable systems.