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IEEE Guide for Preparation Techniques
of Extruded Dielectric, Shielded Cables

Rated 2.5 kV through 46 kV and the
Installation of Mating Accessories
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Abstract: Accepted best industry practices for the preparation of extruded dielectric shielded
medium voltage cables rated 2.5 kV through 46 kV for the installation of mating accessories are
defined in this guide. The information is intended to supplement cable accessory manufacturer
installation instructions. The guide aims to provide a single source covering the proper methods
to prepare cables for termination and jointing to maximize long-term, reliable operation of
electrical power cable systems.
Keywords: accessory installation, cable, cable preparation, IEEE 1816™, separable connectors,
system reliability
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Participants
At the time this IEEE guide was completed, the B19W Working Group had the following membership:
David E. Crotty, Chair

Michael Smalley, Vice Chair
Saleman Alibhay Mark Furtick Tim McLaughlin

Glen Bertini John Hans Aaron Norris
Edward Bradley Richie Harp Armando Rios
Tom Campbell Jeff Helzer Ewell Robeson
Thomas Champion David Hughes Stan Szyszko
Michael Dyer Margaret Jasek Bill Taylor
Jon Erickson Farris Jibril Carl Wentzel
Michael Faulkenberry Glenn Luzzi Harry Yaworski
John Makal
The following members of the individual balloting committee voted on this guide. Balloters may have
voted for approval, disapproval, or abstention.
Thomas Barnes Timothy Hayden Joe Nims

Earle Bascom III Lee Herron Lorraine Padden
Michael Bayer Lauri Hiivala Serge Pelissou
Kenneth Bow Werner Hoelzl Howard Penrose
Kent Brown David Horvath Christopher Petrola
William Byrd Edward Jankowich Robert Resuali
Thomas Champion A. Jones Michael Roberts
Robert Christman John Kay Bartien Sayogo
Jacques Cote Gael Kennedy Gil Shultz
David Crotty Joseph L. Koepfinger Michael Smalley
Frank Di Guglielmo Robert Konnik James Smith
Gary Donner Jim Kulchisky Jerry Smith
Randall Dotson Chung-Yiu Lam Nagu Srinivas
Gary Engmann Benjamin Lanz Gregory Stano
Michael Faulkenberry Greg Luri Gary Stoedter
David Gilmer Glenn Luzzi Peter Tirinzoni
Steven Graham John Mcalhaney, Jr. John Vergis
Randall Groves William McBride Martin Von Herrmann
Ajit Gwal Jerry Murphy Carl Wall
Richard Harp Arthur Neubauer Kenneth White
Jeffrey Hartenberger Michael S. Newman Dawn Zhao
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When the IEEE-SA Standards Board approved this guide on 6 March 2013, it had the following
membership:
John Kulick, Chair

David J. Law, Vice Chair
Richard H. Hulett, Past Chair
Konstantinos Karachalios, Secretary
Masayuki Ariyoshi Mark Halpin Ron Petersen

Peter Balma Gary Hoffman Gary Robinson
Farooq Bari Paul Houzé Jon Walter Rosdahl
Ted Burse Jim Hughes Adrian Stephens
Wael William Diab Michael Janezic Peter Sutherland
Stephen Dukes Joseph L. Koepfinger* Yatin Trivedi
Jean-Philippe Faure Oleg Logvinov Phil Winston
Alexander Gelman Yu Yuan
*Member Emeritus
Also included are the following nonvoting IEEE-SA Standards Board liaisons:
Richard DeBlasio, DOE Representative

Michael Janezic, NIST Representative
Catherine Berger
IEEE Standards Program Manager, Document Development
Malia Zaman
IEEE Standards Program Manager, Technical Program Development
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Introduction
This introduction is not part of IEEE Std 1816-2013, IEEE Guide for Preparation Techniques of Extruded Dielectric,
Shielded Cables Rated 2.5 kV through 46 kV and the Installation of Mating Accessories.
This guide is the first IEEE guide issued that addresses solid dielectric cable preparation and installation of
cable accessories. This application guide is the product of close collaboration between representatives of
both end users and manufacturers of cable accessories. Members of the B19 discussion and B19 working
groups of the Insulated Conductors Committee provided valuable input and support.
This guide is intended to be used in concert with IEEE Std 48™, IEEE Std 386™, IEEE Std 404™, IEEE
Std 592™, and IEEE Std 1215™, which define the construction specifications, qualification tests, ratings,
and service conditions for terminations, separable connectors, and joints.
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Contents
1. Overview .................................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Scope ........................................................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Purpose ........................................................................................................................................... 1
2. Normative references.................................................................................................................................. 2
3. Definitions .................................................................................................................................................. 2
4. Cable construction ...................................................................................................................................... 3

4.1 General ........................................................................................................................................... 3
4.2 Conductor ........................................................................................................................................... 3
4.3 Conductor shield .................................................................................................................................. 4
4.4 Insulation ........................................................................................................................................... 4
4.5 Insulation shield ................................................................................................................................... 4
4.6 Electrical stress control ........................................................................................................................ 4
4.7 Metallic shield ..................................................................................................................................... 7
4.8 Metallic shield water block .................................................................................................................. 7
4.9 Outer jacket ......................................................................................................................................... 7
5. Cable preparation........................................................................................................................................ 7
5.1 Cable accessory selection and tool requirements ................................................................................. 7
5.2 Cable training and termination ............................................................................................................ 8
5.3 Final cable cut ...................................................................................................................................... 8
5.4 Jacket removal ..................................................................................................................................... 8
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5.5 Exposing metallic shield ...................................................................................................................... 9

5.6 Non-metallic insulation shield removal ............................................................................................... 9
5.7 Insulation ..........................................................................................................................................10
5.8 Conductor shield removal ...................................................................................................................11
5.9 Insulation chamfering .........................................................................................................................11
5.10 Cleaning the insulation .....................................................................................................................11
5.11 Strands and miscellaneous ................................................................................................................11
6. Conductor connector installation ...............................................................................................................12

6.1 Connector types ..................................................................................................................................12
6.2 Conductor preparation ........................................................................................................................12
6.3 Preparing for Installation ....................................................................................................................13
6.4 Connector markings ............................................................................................................................13
6.5 Crimping the connector ......................................................................................................................14
6.6 Bolted connectors ...............................................................................................................................16
6.7 Excess inhibitor ..................................................................................................................................16
6.8 Flash ..........................................................................................................................................16
7. Cable accessory installation.......................................................................................................................17
8. Metallic shield connection .........................................................................................................................18
9. Cable seal and jacket restoration ...............................................................................................................19

9.1 Cable end seal .....................................................................................................................................19
9.2 Joint jacket restoration ........................................................................................................................19
10. Cable shield ground connection ..............................................................................................................19
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Annex A (informative) Bibliography ............................................................................................................20
Annex B (informative) Compression tools ....................................................................................................21

B.1 Scissor-type tools ...............................................................................................................................21
B.2 Tool using two opposing dies ............................................................................................................21
B.3 Tools using four-head indents ............................................................................................................21
B.4 Tools using single indents ..................................................................................................................21
B.5 Tool adjustment and calibration .........................................................................................................21
Annex C (informative) Recommended minimum cable bending radii ..........................................................22
Annex D (informative) Suggested cleaning procedure for corroded conductors ..........................................23
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1. Overview
1.1 Scope
This document defines accepted best industry practices for the preparation of extruded dielectric shielded
medium voltage cables rated 2.5 kV through 46 kV and the installation of mating accessories.
1.2 Purpose
The purpose of this guide is to provide general information on cable preparation for the installation of cable
accessories. It is intended to be basic and to supplement the manufacturer’s specific recommendations and
established utility practices.
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2. Normative references
The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document (i.e., they must
be understood and used, so each referenced document is cited in text and its relationship to this document is
explained). For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of
the referenced document (including any amendments or corrigenda) applies.
IEEE Std 48™-2009, IEEE Standard for Test Procedures and Requirements for AC Cable Terminations
2.5kV through 765 kV.1, 2
IEEE Std 386™-2006, IEEE Standard for Separable Insulated Connector Systems for Power Distribution
Systems Above 600 V.
IEEE Std 404™-2012, IEEE Standard for Extruded and Laminated Dielectric Shielded Cable Joints Rated
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2,500 V to 500,000 V.
IEEE Std 592™-2007, IEEE Standard for Exposed Semiconducting Shields on High-Voltage Cable Joints
and Separable Insulated Connectors.
IEEE Std 1215™-2001, IEEE Guide for the Application of Separable Insulated Connectors.
3. Definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply. The IEEE Standards
Dictionary Online should be consulted for terms not defined in this clause. 3
bi-metallic connector: A connector made from two different materials (usually copper and aluminum
joined together). The aluminum portion of the connector is used to join the connector to the aluminum or
copper conductor.
cable adapter: A component of a Dead-Break or Loadbreak Connector kit that is used to adapt the
diameter of various cable sizes to one standardized inside diameter of the Dead-Break or Loadbreak
connector.
conductor strand sealant: A material that may be applied to a stranded conductor to impede longitudinal
water flow down the conductor.
drain wire tab: A molded tab on a premolded rubber product that is intended to accept a small wire (e.g., a
#14 AWG copper wire) to prevent the buildup of static charge due to capacitive coupling.
drain wire: A small wire (usually #14 AWG copper) that is used to connect a cable accessory to ground to
prevent the buildup of static charge due to capacitive coupling. This wire is not intended to carry fault
current.
dual-rated connector: A connector that is designed and tested to be used on both copper and aluminum
conductors.
longitudinal cut: A cut made parallel to the conductor.

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metallic shield water block: A material that is applied between the cable non-metallic insulation shield
and jacket that impedes water migration longitudinally along the cable. The material may be a tape,
powder, or other similar material.
oxide inhibitor: A material that is used to coat a metallic conductor (usually aluminum) to prevent the
buildup of surface oxides on the conductor. Some oxide inhibitors include abrasive particles to help break
up oxides on oxidized conductors.
ring cut: A cut made around the circumference of a cable’s non-metallic insulation shield for the purpose
of stripping the insulation shield from the cable core. Ring cuts are also made on cable jackets to expose the
metallic shield. (Also referred to as a radial cut.)
shield adapter: A product used to adapt a metallic shield for connection to the system ground.
4. Cable construction
4.1 General
General cable construction is illustrated in Figure 1.
Strand-Filled
Conductor Insulation Metallic Jacket
Shield Shield
Insulation
Conductor
Shield
Insulation
Insulation
Shield
OD
OD Jacket
OD
Figure 1 —Cable construction
4.2 Conductor
The conductor is typically aluminum or copper. Current flows through the conductor at line voltage.
Strands typically are: (1) all round; (2) compressed, where the outer layer of strands are slightly squeezed
down to reduce the diameter about 3%; (3) compact, where all strands are deformed to reduce the outer
diameter (OD) by about 8–10%; or (4) solid, where there is a single strand. Solid conductors are limited to
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relatively small sizes due to the reduced flexibility. By reducing the strands’ OD, the overall OD of the
cable is also reduced. This is both a cost benefit and in some cases a physical size benefit.
Some stranded conductors contain a conductor sealant or longitudinal water block, which may be a viscous
compound, yarn, powder, or some other material. The purpose is to prevent water from migrating through
the strands should the cable ends be left uncapped or if the cable experiences a failure. Water in the strands
can lead to numerous potential problems.
4.3 Conductor shield
The conductor or strand shield is applied over the conductor to form a smooth, concentric shape. It
equalizes electrical stress over the surface of the conductor and maintains all air within and around the
strands at line potential. It also prevents insulation material from flowing into the strands during the
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manufacturing process. Typically, the strand shield is manufactured from material similar to the insulation.
The strand shield is usually semi-conductive or in some cases is made of a high dielectric constant material.
4.4 Insulation
The insulation is usually ethylene propylene rubber (EPR) or tree retardant cross-linked polyethylene
(TRXLPE). Other insulations have been used in the past such as high molecular weight polyethylene
(HWPE), cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE), and natural rubber. The insulation insulates the medium
voltage conductor from ground. The insulation’s thickness is determined by the stress it is to withstand.
4.5 Insulation shield
The insulation shield, sometimes called “semi-con” because it is usually semi-conductive, contains the
electrical field within the insulation and is part of the cable’s dead-front configuration. The insulation
shield and the conductor shield work together to control stress within the insulation.
4.6 Electrical stress control
There are two types of electrical stress. Radial stress (see Figure 2) projects from the energized conductor
and semi-conductive conductor shield toward the grounded shield. The lines of electric flux are closer
together at the conductor shield, causing maximum stress at this point. The lines are wider apart at the
insulation shield, which corresponds to minimal stress. The average electrical stress would fall somewhere
between the two electrodes.
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Figure 2 —Radial stress

The second type of electrical stress is referred to as longitudinal or axial stress. This type of stress is
normally not present in a cable. However, it is present (along with radial stress) at a cable termination or at
a joint. Longitudinal stress can be identified in areas where the equipotential lines are not parallel with the
cable conductor.
When the insulation shield is removed, the dielectric field changes and the stresses are no longer confined
within the cable’s insulation. A high concentration of stress occurs at the end of the insulation shield.
Without adding additional insulation or a means to control the stress, the air near the insulation shield
cutback will be exposed to a high electrical stress that will likely initiate corona. The corona will slowly
erode the cable insulation causing a failure. (See Figure 3.)
Figure 3 —Stress plot for an unterminated shielded cable
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At the insulation shield termination, the equipotential lines are closer together indicating that this is an area
of high electrical stress in the cable insulation and in the air.
As shown in the additional stress plots below (Figure 4), there are several ways to control the electrical
stress at the insulation shield termination. Figure 5 shows the use of geometric stress control (adding extra
insulation) to control the voltage stress. Figure 6 shows the use of a capacitively graded stress control tube
(Hi K) to control the voltage stress.
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Figure 4 —Stress plot showing geometric stress control
Figure 5 —Stress plot showing capacitively graded stress control
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Notice in Figure 5 and Figure 6 that the equipotential lines have greater spacing at the insulation shield
cutback compared to Figure 4 showing no stress control. Even with proper stress control, the area at the
insulation shield cutback remains a critical area demanding quality workmanship.
4.7 Metallic shield
The metallic shield is usually copper but it may also be aluminum or lead. It is supplied in a variety of
shapes and configurations including concentric neutral wires, copper tape, longitudinally corrugated copper
tape, drain wires, flat strap, lead sheath, or a combination of thereof. The metallic shield performs the
following functions when properly grounded:
a) Provides a path to the source for any fault currents resulting from a cable or accessory failure
b) Returns load current in single-phase applications
c) Returns 3-phase imbalance/harmonic currents
d) Drains charge off of the nonmetallic insulation shield
e) Provides for worker safety
4.8 Metallic shield water block
There may be a water block surrounding the metallic shield to prevent damage to the shield by the intrusion
of water. This water block may be an extruded polymer, water swellable powder or tape, or a combination
of the two. This material must be removed to allow proper connection to the system ground and/or neutral.
4.9 Outer jacket
Lastly there may be an outer jacket that provides protection to the metallic shield during cable pulling and
after installation. When properly sealed, the jacket minimizes the possibility of metallic shield corrosion.
5. Cable preparation
5.1 Cable accessory selection and tool requirements
Confirm that the cable accessory kit is correctly sized for the cable, is appropriate for the intended
application, contains all necessary components in good condition, and that any shelf life requirements are
not exceeded.
Measure the diameter over the cable insulation and/or insulation shield to verify that the kit is suitable for
the cable. Similarly, if unsure of the conductor size and stranding, measure it to be sure that the connector
is appropriate.
Use all personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with utility practices. Have all necessary tools
and equipment on hand. Follow appropriate work practices to de-energize and ground the cable. Lastly,
read the instructions completely before starting work.
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5.2 Cable training and termination
For concentric neutral cable on some accessories, leaving extra cable is required so that the concentric
neutral wires will be long enough for required ground connections.
Where an enclosure is to be installed over a vault, including a loop of extra cable in the vault may be
considered, provided the cable’s bending radius is not exceeded. This extra cable can be used for
contingent shortening due to craft errors or to facilitate enclosure reconfigurations. Do not bury extra cable
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under the enclosure as its presence will be forgotten, it may become a safety concern, and could confound
future diagnostic and fault-finding efforts.
Confirm that the cable is in good condition and that the end was sealed to prevent water from entering
either the conductor stranding or the metallic shield.
Clean the outer surface of the cable to remove dirt, grime, cable pulling lubricant, and any lubricant residue
remaining from the manufacturing process. The jacket should be cleaned a significant distance to allow for
the temporary storage of components during assembly. Use only water or approved cleaners and a rag to
clean outside cable surfaces.
WARNING
Many solvent manufacturers require or recommend the use of protective gloves, eye protection, and
respirators when handling or working with cable cleaning solvents. Refer to the product’s
Material Safety Data Sheet for complete information.
Train and position cable for proper operation while conforming to minimum bending radius requirements,
typically 8 to 12 times the outside diameter of the cable. (See Annex C.)
For joints, straighten the cable approach so that cables and connectors are in line and not under undue
mechanical stress. For separable connectors, use the natural bend in the cable to assist in operating if
possible; refer to other guides such as IEEE P971™ [B7]4 and the manufacturer’s installation instructions.
NOTE—Care should be taken to maintain a clean working environment and protect the cable and
accessories from harsh environmental conditions.5
5.3 Final cable cut
The cable end should be cut square so the conductor strands are all of uniform length. A hack saw,
reciprocating saw, or band saw is commonly used to create a square cut.
5.4 Jacket removal
Remove outer jacket to the dimensions defined in manufacturer’s instructions. Care should be exercised to
not nick or cut metallic shield. Damage to the metallic shield reduces the current carrying capacity of the
shield. The wires can break, possibly compromising the integrity of the ground circuit.
4
The numbers in brackets correspond to those of the bibliography in Annex A.
5
Notes in text, tables, and figures are given for information only and do not contain requirements needed to implement the standard.
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There are numerous tools available to aid in the removal of the outer jacket. These include one to ring cut
the jacket and another to score the jacket longitudinally. An alternative method is to pull one of the neutral
wires to score and split the jacket. If this method is used, care must be exercised to not damage the wire.
In some cable constructions the neutral wires are embedded into the jacket. The only accepted means to
expose embedded neutrals is to pull them through the jacket material.
5.5 Exposing metallic shield
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Inspect metallic shield for damage. Concentric neutral wires, drain wires, and sometimes flat strap neutral
wires are typically bent back during installation and later will be jumpered across a joint or attached to
system ground for a separable connector or terminator.
A special shield adapter may be used to terminate copper tape, longitudinally corrugated tape, flat strap, or
lead-sheathed shields. The adapter manufacturer’s installation instructions should be followed to determine
cut back dimensions.
In all cases, the neutral shields should be terminated as close to the cable accessory as possible, preferably
within two inches. Do not exceed the manufacturer’s recommended distance for the neutral termination
location.
WARNING
Removing neutrals and exposing extensive lengths of insulation shield may cause leakage current that can
degrade the insulation shield and lead to cable failures. In the event of a fault, if the neutrals are
removed, the fault current may not be taken to ground due to the limited current carrying
capacity of the non-metallic insulation shield.
5.6 Non-metallic insulation shield removal
The insulation shield (semi-con) needs to be terminated to the manufacturer’s dimensions in a clean, square
cut. Care needs to be taken to prevent damage to the insulation. If the insulation is damaged during scoring
or the ring cut, the cable must be re-terminated. The end of the insulation shield is a high stress area.
CAUTION
Nicks in the insulation at the ring cut point will lead to partial discharge and eventual dielectric
breakdown of the insulation. Nicks at this location cannot be repaired.
Insulation shield material is typically an extruded semi-conductive material, which can be removed with
hand tools or scoring tools. Some insulation shields may be bonded to the insulation. On older cables, the
insulation shield may have become bonded due to thermal cycling. This situation will require bonded shield
removal tools and techniques. They may include a heat source, an insulation shield shaving tool, broken
glass, draw knives, aluminum oxide cloth, etc.
When sanding is utilized, it should be done with both hands using a back and forth motion similar to the
way a shoe is shined and sanded equally around the circumference of the cable leaving no flat spots. Only
120 grit or finer aluminum-oxide abrasive should be used. Do not use any other abrasives. The backside of
the sandpaper can be used to polish or finish the surface.
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CAUTION
Failure to sand insulation around the entire circumference of the insulation may result in a flat spot
on the insulation. Removing too much insulation around the circumference may result in
an insulation thickness lower than the kit tolerances or the cable minimum insulation
thickness requirement. Either condition may result in tracking along the
insulation interface leading to a failure.
Scoring tools or insulation shield removal tools should be adjusted for the specific cable being prepared to
avoid damaging the underlying insulation. A good method is to utilize a scrap piece of the cable being
prepared to adjust the settings.
CAUTION
Failure to comply with the following step may result in electrical tracking along the insulation
interface resulting in a dielectric failure.
The last type of shield is the fabric tape. These are sometimes applied over semi-conductive paint or a
graphite layer. Care needs to be exercised so that the paint or graphite is terminated in line with the fabric
and completely removed beyond that point.
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The use of a knife and a constant force spring or other means will assist in terminating the fabric tape to the
dimensions specified by the manufacturer. The end of the fabric tape should be restrained with semi-
conductive tape per manufacturer’s instructions to prevent unraveling.
5.7 Insulation
The insulation surface should be examined for cable imperfections such as indents made by concentric
neutral wires, bits of semi-con material, or pressure marks left during removal of the insulation shield.
Great care should be taken to not nick, gouge, or score the insulation.
Dielectric grease only temporarily covers up installation defects. Grease migrates away from the interfaces
over a multi-year period and is no substitute for good craftsmanship.
Concentric neutral indents in the insulation and pressure marks from the removal of the insulation shield do
not need to be removed. These will go away during load cycling.
Scores in the insulation that are located at the insulation shield ring cut are not repairable. Cables with score
marks at this location must be re-terminated. If there is not enough cable length to complete the termination
or joint, the following backup options should be considered in no particular order:
⎯ Remove the damaged portion of the cable and install a repair-length termination or repair-length
joint following directions provided with these kits.
⎯ Cut off the damaged cable end and splice in a short length of cable.
⎯ Minor nicks and cuts may be repaired by sanding out the damaged area. An equal amount of
sanding must be completed around that entire circumference of the cable insulation to keep the
insulation cylindrical. Efforts should be made to remove the minimum amount of insulation. The
finished diameter over the cable insulation must remain above the minimum diameter shown in the
manufacturer’s installation instructions.
The following methods are not recommended to clean the cable insulation:
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⎯ Use of scrubbing or scouring pads as they often contain conductive particles.

⎯ Application of flames will trap contaminants in the insulation surface.
5.8 Conductor shield removal
The conductor or strand shield should be removed per the manufacturer’s instructions with a clean, square
cut. Care should be exercised to prevent damaging the conductor strands.
CAUTION
Nicking or cutting the conductor may cause it to break after thermal cycling or operating. Broken strands
will reduce the ampacity, which could cause failure due to overheating. For solid conductors,
a nick could lead to mechanical breakage and failure.
If the conductor is damaged, the damaged portion should be cut off and the cable end prepared again.
Damaged strands cannot be repaired.
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5.9 Insulation chamfering
If directed by the manufacturer’s instructions, the end of the insulation may be beveled or chamfered, no
more than 3 mm (1/8”), to assist in installing the cable accessory. The insulation should not be penciled. A
“penciled” insulation has a long 25 mm to 38 mm (1” to 1-1/2”) taper. Penciling is reserved for hand-taped
joints and terminations.
5.10 Cleaning the insulation
WARNING
Many solvent manufacturers require or recommend the use of protective gloves, eye protection, and
respirators when handling or working with cable cleaning solvents. Refer to the product’s
Material Safety Data Sheet for complete information.
The insulation surface shall be cleaned with an approved solvent to remove any dirt or semi-conductive
material. Contact the cable manufacturer for a list of approved cable cleaning solvents. The cleaner should
be applied to a clean rag (not sprayed directly on the cable), then the surface wiped toward the insulation
shield. Wiping in the opposite direction can spread semi-con material onto the interface just cleaned. After
cleaning the surface, it should be wiped with a second, clean, dry, lint-free rag to remove any residue of the
cleaner. Any foreign material may adversely affect the dielectric strength of the interface and possibly lead
to a tracking failure.
5.11 Strands and miscellaneous
Confirm that there is a clean, square final cut on the conductor end. Care should be exercised to prevent
distorting or splaying the strands.
Prior to installation of the connectors or other cable accessories, remember to position shield adapters,
cover-ups, and other portions of the final assembly onto the cable.
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6. Conductor connector installation
6.1 Connector types
The majority of connectors are of the compression variety. The compression barrel is either aluminum or
copper and may be tin plated. Aluminum barrels are intended for use on aluminum conductors, or if dual-
rated, on either aluminum or copper conductors. Aluminum barrels are typically preloaded with an oxide
inhibitor. The inhibitor helps break down any oxide film on the conductor strands and minimizes oxidation
on clean conductors.
Copper connectors can only be used on copper conductors. If a copper barrel is installed on an aluminum
conductor, it will most likely result in a poor connection. Due to the different coefficients of expansion, an
aluminum conductor will expand faster than the copper barrel. This will result in the aluminum conductor
cold-flowing over an extended time period. As the parts cool down, the aluminum will shrink back faster
than the copper. After numerous thermal cycles, the connection will become loose and result in
overheating. Over-heated connections degrade the dielectric strength of the insulation and lead to failure.
Bi-metal or copper-top connectors were developed to help reduce thermal issues in 200 amp elbows. A bi-
metal connector typically has an aluminum compression barrel that is joined to a copper top through an
inertial weld process.
Other connector types include mechanical, bolted, soldered, welded, or thermally welded. No matter what
the design, make sure that the connector is properly sized and rated for the intended application.
6.2 Conductor preparation

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CAUTION
Failure to comply with the following steps will result in a poor electrical connection with high resistance.
Overheating may lead to failure of the connection.
6.2.1 Wire brushing
Wire brush the conductor and immediately insert the conductor into the connector barrel. Aluminum
connectors should include an oxide inhibitor approved for the application. Wire brushing improves the
current-carrying capability of the connection by removing the non-conductive aluminum oxide film.
If the cable has been in service for a considerable length of time and shows signs of corrosion or water in
the strands, the decision to use the cable should be made by the system owner. See Annex D.
6.2.2 Oxide inhibitor
WARNING
Some manufacturers recommend or require the use of protective gloves and eye protection when handling
oxide inhibiting compounds. Some manufacturers also recommend the use of a respirator in certain
applications. Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet for complete information.
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If the connector is pre-filled with oxide inhibitor, do not remove it from the barrel of the connector before
installation. The inhibitor minimizes oxidation and moisture penetration. It also may contain grit that
breaks down the oxide film on the conductor.
SPECIAL APPLICATION
For cables that will be injected, some portion of the oxide inhibitor can be removed just prior to installation
if the inner barrel of the connector and the strands are both wire brushed with inhibitor.
6.2.3 Insertion of the conductor
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Verify that the conductor(s) is completely inserted into the barrel.
6.2.4 Alignment
If applicable, align the connector so that it is properly oriented with mating components or other
equipment.
6.3 Preparing for Installation
Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions if a check dimension is provided.
Determine what tooling (die or die-less) is required for proper installation. Refer to the die information on
the barrel or supplied in the manufacturer’s instructions. Select a tool that will accommodate the
recommended die.
6.4 Connector markings
Check that the connector meets the dimensional requirements of the accessory kit. The connector should be
permanently marked with the manufacturer’s name or trademark, the catalog number, and the conductor’s
size and stranding, e.g., “1/0 Str., 2/0 Compt”. A knurl mark or similar mark will delineate the location of
the first indent.
Crimp die index and industry standard dies, such as EEI or CSA, should be included. If there is insufficient
room on the connector, the information can be provided on a separate crimp chart. The location of the
markings is up to the manufacturer. This information should also appear on the smallest packaging in
which the connector is supplied.
CAUTION
If the tool/die combination recommended by the connector manufacturer is unavailable, contact the
manufacturer for a suitable alternate tool/die combination.
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6.5 Crimping the connector
CAUTION
Improperly adjusted or damaged tools can result in poor crimps that could lead to overheating,
and eventual failure of the accessory.
Install the crimps per the manufacturer’s directions using the recommended tool and die combination (refer
to Annex B for a general description of compression tools). When present, a line, a knurl mark, or a dimple
on the barrel will indicate where the first indent should be. The crimp should not be on the indicator line,
but just slightly beyond it. Refer to Figure 6 through Figure 8 for examples.
Figure 6 —Compression lug crimp location
Figure 7 —Pin terminal lug crimp location
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Figure 8 —Compression splice crimp location
⎯ For a splice, the first indent is near the center with subsequent indents working outward to the ends.
⎯ For a termination or separable connector, the first indent will be furthest from the end of the
insulation and each subsequent indent progressing towards the cable insulation.
CAUTION
If indents are applied in any manner other than stated above, a poor connection, bird-caging of
the strands, and/or overheating could occur.
Fully close the tool; do not stop before completing the compression cycle. Rotate successive indents 180º
or 90º to prevent the barrel from becoming banana-shaped.
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CAUTION
On a bi-metal connector, crimping on or above the knurl line may damage the copper-aluminum
weld causing the connector to overheat. It may also cause severing of the
copper-top from the aluminum barrel.
Apply the recommended number of compressions. If not specified, apply the greatest number possible
without overlapping or exceeding manufacturer’s check dimension. Overlapping crimps on aluminum
connectors is not normally done unless specifically required by the manufacturer’s instructions as it can
cause excessive connector growth.
The conductor and the compression barrel will grow in length during crimping. Aluminum barrels will
grow more when installed on copper conductor. If a manufacturer’s specific check dimension is provided,
monitor the growth of the crimped barrel so that it does not exceed the maximum allowed.
The splice connector used in a joint typically has a center stop. This is used primarily as a check that both
conductors are inserted to the same depth and the splice is centered in the joint. Do not crimp over the
center stop.
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6.6 Bolted connectors
Alternatives to compression connectors are bolted connectors. The connector sleeve has multiple threaded
holes that contain a variety of bolts or set screws. After the conductors are prepared and inserted into the
sleeve, the bolts or set screws are tightened to ensure a proper connection. If set screws are used, correct
torque must be applied. This value will be detailed in the assembly instructions packaged with the
connector.
Shear bolts are designed to be threaded into the connector and then fracture when a specific torque value is
reached. This eliminates the need for a torque wrench. When the head shears off, correct torque has been
applied and the bolt cannot be removed or reused. In this fashion they are similar to a compression
connector.
6.7 Excess inhibitor
After crimping, remove excess inhibitor, which may be squeezed out during compression. Some inhibitors
may degrade insulating materials and affect the dielectric strength of the product being installed.
WARNING
Some manufacturers recommend or require the use of protective gloves and eye protection when handling
oxide inhibiting compounds. Some manufacturers also recommend the use of a respirator in certain
applications. Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet for complete information.
6.8 Flash
After the crimping process, flash may be found protruding from the barrel. Properly adjusted tools and
correct dies should not create excessive flash. In unique situations, certain tool/die/barrel/conductor
combinations may result in excessive flash. Remove all sharp-edged flash.
Excessive, sharp flash may damage the cable entrance interface of the mating cable accessory. A cut or
scored interface could degrade the dielectric strength and result in a creep failure along the insulation. It
does not need to be removed entirely, just eliminate sharp edges. (See Figure 9 and Figure 10.)
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Flash
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Figure 10 —Connector after flash removal
CAUTION
When filing a connector to remove flash, any exposed insulation shall be protected from conductive debris.
Any debris from flashing removal must be removed from the assembly.
7. Cable accessory installation

The cable insulation and accessory should be clean and free from contamination. If directed by the
manufacturer’s instruction, apply a tape marker to determine where the cable accessory should be
positioned.
WARNING
Some manufacturers recommend or require the use of protective gloves and eye protection when applying
the recommended lubricant. Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet for complete information.
Follow manufacturer’s instructions for applying lubricant. If directed to lubricate the insulation surface, use
clean hands or a clean disposable glove to apply a thin, uniform film with supplied lubricant or approved
equivalent. Other lubricants may be harmful to the cable accessory and/or the insulation. Lubricate the bore
of the cable accessory in a similar manner if directed.
Some permanent joints and live-front terminations may be supplied with silicone oil, which tends to be
more slippery than the silicone grease provided with separable connectors and makes installation easier.
CAUTION
Silicone oil should never be used on a separable connector as it will migrate away after thermal
cycling and lead to elbow sticking issues.
Slide the housing onto the cable using a slight back and forth rotating motion until it is fully seated. Verify
that the housing is properly orientated. This is particularly important with separable connectors. Remove
the tape marker only if directed by the manufacturer’s instructions. Wipe off excessive lubricant that may
have been forced out during the installation process.
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8. Metallic shield connection

Following the manufacturer’s instructions, the metallic shields of the cable may need to be connected to a
system ground either directly or with the assistance of a shield adapter. Figure 11 and Figure 12 show a
typical shielded adapter kit and how it is secured to the cable’s metallic shield.
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Figure 11 —Typical shield adapter
Figure 12 —Braid installed and secured
All cable accessory shields (grounding tabs on pre-molded accessories), cable shields, and cable shield
adapters must be tied to a common ground point. For pre-molded accessories, this is typically accomplished
with a piece of #14 AWG or larger copper wire. For joints or separable connectors with exposed shields,
proper grounding will maintain the dead front system.
When installing a joint, the metallic shields are normally continued over the joint. The metallic shields
should be adjacent to the joint exterior to provide a short path to ground in the event of a joint failure.
SPECIAL APPLICATION
In some special cases involving joints and terminations, the metallic shields may not be continued if
required to form cross-bonding or shield break. Please refer to manufacturer’s or
circuit owner’s specific requirements.
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9. Cable seal and jacket restoration
9.1 Cable end seal
Seal the end of a cable’s jacket using either the device previously stored on the cable or a separate method
such as mastic and tape, or an integral part of the accessory. Refer to the directions packaged with the seal
kit.
CAUTION
Only use mastic material provided with the sealing kit or mastics that are approved and compatible with
cable accessories and cable. Other materials may degrade the cable and/or the accessory.
Sealing the cable end will prevent moisture entering under the jacket and possibly corroding the cable’s
metallic shield.
9.2 Joint jacket restoration
Use heat-shrink tubes, cold-shrink tubes, gel wraps, or tape and mastic to restore the cable’s outer
protective jacket. This will prevent moisture and chemicals from corroding the cable’s metallic shields. For
cables with lubricated or “slick” jackets, the jackets must be cleaned and abraded for sealant or mastic to
function.
CAUTION
Clean and remove debris from outer jacket if a joint or other product will be temporarily parked
in this area prior to installation.
10. Cable shield ground connection

The neutral wires or copper lead from the cable metallic shield needs to be connected properly to the
system ground.
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Annex A
(informative)
Bibliography
[B1] ANSI C119.4-2004, American National Standard for Electric Connectors for Use Between
Aluminum-to-Aluminum and Aluminum-to-Copper Conductors.6
[B2] Dang, C. and Fournier, D., “Dielectric Performance of Interfaces in Premolded Cable Joints,” IEEE
Transactions on Power Delivery, Vol. 12, No. 1, pp. 29–32, January 1997.
[B3] Dang, C. and Fournier, D., “A Study of the Interfacial Breakdown in Cable Joints,” IEEE
Conference on Electrical Insulation and Dielectric Phenomena, Arlington, TX, pp. 518–523, October 1994.
[B4] Fournier, D., “Effect of the Surface Roughness on Interfacial Breakdown Between Two Dielectric
Surfaces,” IEEE International Symposium on Electrical Insulation, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, pp. 699–
702, June, 1996.
[B5] ICEA T-31-610-2007, Longitudinal water penetration resistance tests on blocked conductors. 7
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[B6] IEEE Std 575™-1988, IEEE Guide for the Application of Sheath-Bonding Methods for Single-
Conductor Cables and the Calculations of Induced Voltages and Currents in Cable Sheaths.8, 9
[B7] IEEE P971™/D2, Draft Guide for the Installation and Removal of Power Cables Installed in Duct
Systems.
[B8] IEEE Std 1493™-2006, IEEE Guide for the Evaluation of Solvents Used for Cleaning Electrical
Cables and Accessories.
[B9] NEMA CC4-1986 (R1992), 8.3kV and 8.3/14.4kV Probe for Separable Insulated Loadbreak
Connectors.10
[B10] OSHA 1910.269-1994, Electric Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution.11
6
ANSI publications are available from the Sales Department, American National Standards Institute, 25 West 43rd Street, 4th Floor,
New York, NY 10036, USA (http://www.ansi.org/).
7
ICEA publications are available from Global Engineering Documents, 15 Inverness Way East, Englewood, CO 80112, USA
(http://global.ihs.com/)
8
IEEE publications are available from the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, 445 Hoes Lane, Piscataway, NJ 08854,
USA (http://standards.ieee.org/)
9
The IEEE standards or products referred to in this clause are trademarks of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc.
10
NEMA publications are available from Global Engineering Documents, 15 Inverness Way East, Englewood, CO 80112, USA
(http://global.ihs.com/)
11
OSHA publications are available from the U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety & Health Administration, 200
Constitution Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20210 (http://www.OSHA.gov)
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Annex B
(informative)
Compression tools
B.1 Scissor-type tools
Either manually or ratchet powered, these tools develop a minimum amount of force, so are limited to
approximately #4/0 AWG aluminum and smaller conductors. They use either replaceable dies, fixed dies,
or are die-less.
B.2 Tool using two opposing dies
These are typically hydraulic-driven tools that develop output forces from 6 to 60 tons or more. They can
be powered by hand, electric or gas-driven pump, or battery. The replaceable dies are sized to specific
barrel/conductor combinations. The dies can be either circumferential or hexagonal.
B.3 Tools using four-head indents
Similar to the two opposing die tools, they are hydraulic-driven tools powered by hand, pumps, or batteries.
Instead of replaceable dies, they have four fixed nibs that apply four indents to the connector.
B.4 Tools using single indents
Normally hydraulic, but can be hand-powered, these tools have an indent nib and a nest and provide one
indent. They are available in a broad range of output forces.
B.5 Tool adjustment and calibration
Compression tools should be periodically checked to verify that they are in proper working order. They
should be adjusted and calibrated to provide proper compression.
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Annex C
(informative)
Recommended minimum cable bending radii
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Table C.1—Power cables without metallic shielding/armor or
wire shielded power cables without metallic shielding/armor
Outside diameter of cable

Thickness of insulation ≤ 1.000" 1.001" to 2.000" > 2.000"
Bending radius multiplier
≤ 0.156" 4 5 6
0.157" To 0.315" 5 6 7
> 0.316" — 7 8
Table C.2—Power cables with metallic shielding and/or armored cables
Cable construction Bending radius multiplier

Flat Or Round Steel Wire Armor 12
Smooth Aluminum Sheath:
Outside Diameter Of Cable ≤ 0.75" 10 Or 12 (See Note 1)
Outside Diameter Of Cable 0.76" To 1.5" 12
Outside Diameter Of Cable > 1.5" 15
Interlocked Or Corrugated Sheath Armor:
With Non-Shielded Cable 7
With Single Conductor Shielded Cable 12
With More Than One (1) Shielded Cable (See Note 2)
Flat Or Corrugated Non-Armored
With One (1) Tape Shielded Single Conductor 12
With More Than One (1) Tape Shielded Single Conductor (See Note 2)
Multi-Conductor With Overall Tape Shield 12
Longitudinally Applied Corrugated Shield & PVC Jacket 15
Flat Strap Shielded Without Armor 8
Wire Shielded Without Armor See Table C.1
Concentric Neutral Shielded Without Armor 8
NOTE 1— If smooth aluminum sheath contains non-shielded cables the multiplier is ten (10); however, if the cables
are shielded, the multiplier is twelve (12).
NOTE 2—The multiplier is either: twelve (12) times the outside diameter of a single conductor cable contained within
the overall covering, or seven (7) times the outside diameter of the overall covering, whichever is greater.
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Annex D
(informative)
Suggested cleaning procedure for corroded conductors
If the cable has been in service for a considerable length of time and shows signs of excessive corrosion the
cable strands should be fanned so that the circumference of the strands can be brushed. Apply a small
amount of approved oxide inhibitor (with grit) to the wire brush and brush the strands. The oxide inhibitor
will coat the native aluminum after the oxide film or patina has been mechanically removed, slowing the
reformation of oxidation.
The strands shall be returned to their original lay after wire brushing. A temporary cinch (see Figure D.1)
can be applied as shown to facilitate the insertion of the re-bundled strands into the compression connector.
Once the strands are slightly inserted into the compression connector the cinch shall be removed.
Figure D.1—Temporary cinch to hold strands
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4. Cable construction ...................................................................................................................................... 3

5.5 Exposing metallic shield ...................................................................................................................... 9

6. Conductor connector installation ...............................................................................................................12

7. Cable accessory installation.......................................................................................................................17

8. Metallic shield connection .........................................................................................................................18

9. Cable seal and jacket restoration ...............................................................................................................19

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Annex B (informative) Compression tools ....................................................................................................21

Annex C (informative) Recommended minimum cable bending radii ..........................................................22

Annex D (informative) Suggested cleaning procedure for corroded conductors ..........................................23

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longitudinal cut: A cut made parallel to the conductor.

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General cable construction is illustrated in Figure 1.

Figure 1 —Cable construction

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4.3 Conductor shield

4.5 Insulation shield

4.6 Electrical stress control

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Figure 2 —Radial stress

Figure 3 —Stress plot for an unterminated shielded cable

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Figure 5 —Stress plot showing capacitively graded stress control

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4.7 Metallic shield

4.8 Metallic shield water block

4.9 Outer jacket

5.1 Cable accessory selection and tool requirements

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