ANSI/IEEE Std 386-1985

fRevision of ANSI/IEEE Std 386-1977)

separable insulated connector

systems for power distribution systems
above 600V

June 25. 1985 SH096.54

 ANSI/IEEE Std 386-1985
(Revision of ANSYIEEE
Std 386-1977)

An American National Standard

IEEE Standard for

Separable Insulated Connector Systems for
Power Distribution Systems Above 600V

Sponsor
Transmission and Distribution Committee of the
IEEE Power Engineering Society

Secretariat
National Electrical Manufacturers Association

Approved September 22, 1983

IEEE Standards Board

Approved March 22, 1985

American National Standards Institute

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 Foreword
(This Foreword is not a part of ANSI/IEEE Std 386-1985, IEEE Standard for Separable Insulated Connector Systems for Power
Distribution Systems Above 600 V.)

This standard was developed in response to a need created by the rapid expansion of underground
distribution systems. A key element that allowed this expansion to become a reality is the separable
insulated connector. This device provides for simple and inexpensive connection and switching to
transformers and other equipment used in underground distribution.
When separable insulated connectors become available, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics
Engineers and the National Electrical Manufacturers Association work cooperatively to develop a
document that will define the interfaces, ratings, and test conditions for the device. The success of that
cooperative effort is apparent from both the vast number of these devices now in interchangeable use in
the field and their enviable safety record.
Because the technology within the field of underground distribution is under constant development,
with accompanying new products and distribution schemes, it is necessary to provide for constant
review of these connector requirements and to make participation in this ongoing activity available to
all concerned organizations. To accomplish this purpose and provide a mechanism for development of
additional related standards, American National Standards Committee C119 (now Accredited Standards
Committee C119) was organized with a balanced representation of users, manufacturers, and generd
interest expertise. It is the hope and the expectation of C119 that those who have comments and
additions may assist in the revision activity by forwarding their comments to C119, American National
Standards Institute, 1430 Broadway, New York, NY 10018.
This revision was developed by ANSI Subcommittee C119.2 under auspices of the Distribution
Subcommittee of the Transmission and Distribution Committee of the IEEE Power Engineering Society.
To the extent available, data used in it were gathered from pertinent existing industry standards for
power cable, distribution transformers, and other electrical apparatus.
One of the primary objectives of this standard is to provide a basis for electrical interchangeability of
corresponding 8.3 and 14.4 kV interfaces and mechanical interchangeability of operating interfaces
between connector elements supplied by different manufacturers. However, to avoid exclusion of any
connector design, a multiplicity of interfaces which are not interchangeable with each other is included.
Hence, a purchaser must select a design for his particular need. Users and manufacturers are encour-
aged to use the designs illustrated.

At the time this standard was approved the membership of Accredited Standards Committee C119 was
as follows:
Norman Sacks, Chairman William L. Wagner, Vice Chairman
H. C. Smith, Secretary
Organization Represented Name of Representative
Aluminum Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Peter Pollack
Department of the Army . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John S. Robertson
Department of the Navy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Charles M. Mandeville
Edison Electric Institute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J. F. Gillespie
H. L. Hayes
John P. Markey
A. A. Smith
William L. Wagner
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H. D. Thomas
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Robert MasDonald
National Electrical Manufacturers Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . R. S. Arnold
C. B. DeLuca
M. Kopchik, Jr.
George W. Mayall*
Norman Sacks
Frank Stepniak
- Rural Electrification Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tennesse Valley Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vikramaditya Railan
Jack W. Anderson
Underwriters Laboratories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J. Killinger
Robert W. Seelback (Alt)
*Liaison to ANSI C.57
 At the time this standard was approved the membership of the Working Group of the Distribution
Subcommittee on Separable Connectors was as follows:

Frank Stepniak, Chairman

P. W. Bogner W. J. McNulty N. M. Sacks

C. V. Brown J. A. Ross H. C. Smith
Frank DAlleva, Jr A. N. St. John A. D. Takington
H. P. Johnson A. C. Westrom

At the time this standard was approved, the members of the Distribution Subcommittee were as
follows:

J. H. Easley, Chairman R. C. Seebald, Secretary

T. A. Balaska W. N. Fredenburg J. R. Redmon

C. L. Beaty. E. S. Gardner W. J. Ros
D. E. Bouchard S. R. Gilligan S. A. Seeker
J. F. Buch L. F. Hamilton P. S. Shelton
J. J. Burke S. W. Hedrick D. R. Smith
J. Carr R. L. Hicks J. P. Stovall
L. G. Clemons M. Hirakami A. D. Tarkington
J. M. Cruz A. T. Johnson H. D. Thomas
W. A. Donaldson D. C. Keezer J. 0. Thomas
J. N. Edgar K. W. Klein W. E. Triplett
P. E. Eichin F. W. Koch F D. Truban
R. L. Ensign D. G. Kumbera A. H. Turner
R. N. Essig R. J. McCoy D. J. Ward
E. M. Ezer P. K. McLaughlin V. I. Warnock
D. J. Flick D. T. Michael A. C. Westrom
J. M. Foley D. L. Nickel D. D. Wilson
D. W. Forrest P. E. Orehek R. F. Wolff

When the IEEE Standards Board approved this standard on September 22, 1983,it had the following
membership:

James H. Beall, Chairman Edward Chelotti, Vice Chairman

Sava I. Sherr, Secretary

J. J. Archambault Donald N. Heirman J. P. Riganati

John T. Boettger f i n N. Howell, J r Frank L. Rose
J. V. Bonucchi Joseph L. Koepflnger* Robert W. Seelbach
Rene Castenschiold Irving Kolodny Jay A. Stewart
Edward J. Cohen George Konomos Clifford 0. Swanson
Len S. Corey John E. May Robert E. Weiler
Donald C. Fleckenstein Donald T. Michael* W. B. Wilkens
Jay Forster Charles J. Wylie

*Member emeritus
. Contents
SECTION PAGE

1. Scope .................................................................................. 7
2. References .............................................................................. 7
3. Definitions .............................................................................. 7
4. Service Conditions ....................................................................... 10
4.1 Usual Service Conditions ............................................................. 10
4.2 Unusual Service Conditions .......................................................... 10
5. Ratings and Characteristics ............................................................... 10
5.1 Voltage Ratings ..................................................................... 10
5.2 Current Ratings ..................................................................... 10
6. Construction ............................................................................ 11
6.1 Identification ........................................................................ 11
6.2 Operating Means .................................................................... 11
6.3 Shielding ........................................................................... 11
6.4 Interchangeability ................................................................... 11
6.5 Test Point .......................................................................... 11
6.6 HOld-DoW Bails .................................................................... 11
7. Testing ................................................................................. 21
7.1 Production Tests .................................................................... 21
7.2 Design Tests ........................................................................ 21
7.3 Test Conditions ..................................................................... 21
7.4 Corona Voltage Level ................................................................ 21
- 7.5 Dielectric Tests ..................................................................... 21
7.6 Short-Time Current Test ............................................................. 22
7.7 Switching Test ...................................................................... 22
7.8 Fault-Closure Test ................................................................... 24
7.9 Current-Cycling Test for Uninsulated Components of 200 A and 600 A Connectors . . . . . . . . . 25
7.10 Current-Cycling Test for 200 A Insulated Connectors .................................... 25
7.11 Current-Cycling Test for 600 A Insulated Connectors .................................... 26
7.12 Accelerated Sealing Life Test ......................................................... 27
7.13 Cable Pull-out Test .................................................................. 27
7.14 Operating-Force Test ................................................................ 27
7.15 Operating-Eye Test .................................................................. 27
7.16 Test-Point Cap Test ................................................................. 28
7.17 Test-Point Tests ..................................................................... 28
7.18 Shielding Test ....................................................................... 28
FIGURES

Fig 1 Typical Components of 200A Separable Insulated Connector System ..................... 8

Fig 2 Typical Components of 600A Separable Insulated Connector System ..................... 9
Fig 3 200A Bushing-Well Interface, 8.3 kV, 15.2 kV, and 21.1 kV ................................ 12
Fig 4 200A Dead-Break Interface, 8.3 kV and 152 kV ......................................... 13
Fig 5 200A Load-Break Interface, 8.3 kV and 8.3kV114.4 kV ................................... 14
Fig 6 200A Load-Break Probe and Elbow, 8.3 kV and 8.3 kV114.4 kV ........................... 15
Fig 7 200A Load-Break Interface, 15.2 kV and 15.2 kV/26.3 kV, 200A Load-Break Interface No 2,
21.1kV and 21.1kV/36.6kV ........................................................... 16
Fig 8 200A Load-Break Interface No 1, 21.1 kV and 21.1 kV/36.6kV ............................ 17
Fig 9 200 A Dead-Break Interface, 21.1 kV ................................................... 18
-. Fig 10 600A Dead-Break Interface, 8.3 kV and 15.2 kV ......................................... 19
Fig 11 600A Dead-Break Interface, 21.1 kV ................................................... 20
FIGURES PAGE
r.

Fig 12 Circuit Diagrams for Switching Current Tests .......................................... 23

Fig 13 Circuit Diagrams for Fault-Closure Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Fig 14 Operating Force Test for Option B (7.10). ............................................. 26
TABLES
Table 1 Voltage Ratings and Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Table 2 Current Ratings and Characteristics .................................................. 11
Table 3 Design Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Table 4 Voltage Conditions for Switching Test ................................................ 22
Table 5 Elbow Spacing for Switching and Fault-Closure Tests ................................. 22
Table 6 Voltage Conditions for Fault-Closure Test ............................................ 24

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 An American National Standard

IEEE Standard for

Separable Insulated Connector Systems for
Power Distribution Systems Above 600 V

1. Scope 3. Definitions
This standard establishes definitions, service The following definitions are the intended
conditions, ratings, interchangeable construction meanings of terms used in this standard or asso-
features and tests for load-break and dead-break ciated with separable insulated connectors sys-
separable insulated connector systems rated tems. Figures 1 and 2 show typical components
601 V and above, 600 A or less, for use on power of separable insulated connectors. The term con-
distribution systems. nector as used in this standard means separable
insulated connector.

2. References bushing insert. A connector component in-

tended for insertion into a bushing well (see Fig 1).
When the following standards are superseded
by an approved revision, the latest revision shall bushing well. An apparatus bushing having a
apply. cavity for insertion of a connector component,
such as a bushing insert (see Fig 1).
[l] ANSI/IEEE Std 4-1978, IEEE Standard Tech-
niques for High-Voltage Testing. continuous current rating. The designated
[21 ANSI/IEEE C37.09-1979, IEEE Standard Test rms alternating or direct current which the con-
Procedure for AC High-Voltage Circuit Breakers nector can carry continuously under specified
Rated on a Symmetrical Current Basis. conditions.
[3] ANSI/IEEE C62.1-1984, IEEE Standard for dead-break connector. A connector designed
Surge Arresters for AC Power Circuits. to be separated and engaged on de-energized cir-
[41 ANSI/NEMA CC3-1973, Connectors for Use cuits only.
Between Aluminum or Aluminum-Copper Over-
head Connectors.' elbow. A connector component for connecting a
power cable to a bushing, so designed that when
[5] IEEE Std 592-1977, IEEE Standard for Ex- assembled with the bushing, the axes of the ca-
posed Semiconducting Shields on Premolded ble and bushing are perpendicular (see Fig 1).
High-Voltage Cable Joints and Separable Insu-
lated Connectors. environmental temperature. The tempera-
[6] MILSTD 105D-1963, Sampling Procedures and ture of the surrounding medium, such as air,
Tables for inspection by Attributes. water, and earth, into which the heat of the con-
nector is dissipated directly, including the effect
of heat dissipation from associated cables and
This publication is available from the National Electrical
Manufacturers Association (NEMA), 2101 L. Street, N.W., apparatus.
Washington, DC 20037. It is also available from the Sales
Department of American National Standards Institute, 1430
Broadway, New York, NY 10018.
fault-closure current rating. The designated
2 MIL publications are available from the Navy Publications
rms fault current which a load-break connector
and Forms Center, 5801 Tabor Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19120. can close under specified conditions.
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Std 386-1985 IEEE STANDARD FOR SEPARABLE INSULATED CONNECTOR SYSTEMS FOR

ELBOW

I TO EXTERNAL

:
ERATING INTERFACES

BUSHING SURFACE OF
INTEGRAL
INSERT
BUSHING

BUSHING
FOR CONNECTION
WELL TO APPARATUS

Fig 1
Typical Components of 200A Separable
Insulated Connector System

ground bushing. An accessory device de- insulated parking bushing. An accessory de-
signed to electrically ground and mechanically vice designed to electrically insulate and shield
seal a de-energized power cable terminated with and mechanically seal a power cable terminated
an elbow. with an elbow.

grounding elbow. An accessory device de- insulated cap. An accessory device designed to
signed to electrically ground and mechanically electrically insulate and shield and mechanically
seal a bushing insert, or integral bushing. seal a bushing insert or integral bushing.

hold-down bail. An externally mounted device integral bushing. An apparatus bushing de- _-
designed to prevent separation at the operating signed for use with another connector compo-
interface of an elbow and an apparatus bushing. nent, such as an elbow (see Fig 1).

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 ANSI/IEEE
POWER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS ABOVE 600 V Std 386-1985
CAP PLUG ELBOW BUSHING

_- A r \ A /-----7
600 AI200 A
BUSHING
WELL PROVISION FOR
CONNECTION TO
APPARATUS
OPERATING INTERFACES

COMPRESSION

TEST POINT PLUG

CAP
----L TO EXTERNAL GROUND

Fig 2
Typical Components of 600 A Separable
Insulated Connector System

load-break connector. A connector designed both, so designed that the electrical connection
to close and interrupt current on energized cir- can be readily established or broken by engaging
cuits. or separating the connector at the operating in-
terface (see Figs 1 and 2).
maximum voltage rating. The highest phase-
to-ground or phase-to-ground and phase-to-phase short-time current rating. The designated
voltage (rms) at which a connector is designed rms current which a connector can carry for a
to operate. specified time under specified conditions.

operating interface. The surfaces at which a switchingcurrent rating. The designated ms

connector is separated (see Figs and 2)’ current which a load-bre& connector can con-
nect and disconnect for a specified number of
parking stand. A bracket, designed for installa- times under specified
tion on an apparatus,
__ suitable for holding- acces-
sory devices, such as insulated parking bushing
and grounding bushing. test point. A capacitively coupled terminal for
use with voltage sensing devices (see Figs 1 and 2).
separable insulated connector. A fully insu-
- lated and shielded system for terminating and
electrically connecting an insulated power cable
withstand voltage. The specified voltage that,
under specified conditions, can be applied to in-
to electrical apparatus, other power cables, or sulation without causing flash-over or puncture.

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Std 386-1985 IEEE STANDARD FOR SEPARABLE INSULATED CONNECTOR SYSTEMS FOR

4. Service Conditions 4.2 Unusual Service Conditions. Conditions

other than those listed in 4.1 are considered to
4.1 Usual Service Conditions. Connectors be unusual. (The manufacturer should be con-
shall be suitable for use under the following serv- sulted for recommendations.)
ice conditions:
(1) In air, including exposure to direct sunlight
(2) Buried in earth
(3) Intermittently or continuously submerged 5. Ratings and Characteristics
in water at a depth not exceeding 2 m (6 ft)
(4) Environmental temperatures within the 5.1 Voltage Ratings. The voltage ratings and
range of - 40 "C to +
65°C (load-break connec- characteristics of connectors shall be in accord-
tors can be closed and separated within the ance with Table 1.
range of - 20 "C to 65°C) +
(5) Altitudes not exceeding 1800m (6000ft) 5.2 Current Ratings. The current ratings and
above sea level (applicable to load-break connec- characteristics of connectors shall be in accord-
tors only) ance with Table 2.

Table 1
Voltage Ratings and Characteristics

Withstand Voltages
Maximum Voltage BIL and Alternating Current Direct Current Minimum Corona
Rating Full Wave 60 Hz for 1 min for 15 min Voltage Level
(kV rms)' (kV Crest) (kV rms) (kv> (kV rms)t

8.3$ 95 34 53 11
8.3/14.4§ 95 34 53 11
15.2$ 125 40 78 19
15.2/26.3§ 125 40 78 19
21.1$ 150 50 103 26
2 1.1/36.6§ 150 50 103 26

*The highest steady state voltage across the open contacts that a loadbreak connector is rated to switch is:
(1) The maximum phase-teground rms voltage for phase-teground rated devices
(2) The maximum phase-tephase rms voltage for phase-teground/phase-twphase rated devices
tBased on a sensitivity of 3 pC (see 7.4).
$Phase-teground
§Phase-teground/phase-tephase

Table 2
Current Ratings and Characteristics

Continuous Switching Fault-Closure Current Ratingt Short-Time Current Rating

Current Current Amp eres A mp eres
Rating Rating rms, Duration Minimum rms Duration Minimum
(A rms*) (A rms) Symmetrical (SI$ x/r Symmetrical (SI x/r
200 200 10 000 0.05 6 10 000 0.17 6
3500 3.00 6
200 200 10 000 0.17 6 10 000 0.17 6
3500 3.00 6
600 - - - - 25 000 0.17 20
10 000 3.00 20

* In general, the overload capability of a connector exceeds its continuous current rating. Overload capability varies with
environment, cable sizes, etc. The connector manufacturer's recommendations should be obtained for the particular combination
involved.
t Applicable to loadbreak connectors only. Fault-closure current ratings have not been established for 21.1 kV/36.6 kV load-break ,---
connectors. Equipment to which these assemblies are affixed may have lower safe limits of fault current performance.
$ The manufacturer shall designate the fault-closure duration.

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POWER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS ABOVE 600 V Std 386-1985

If an operating eye is provided, it shall support

6. Construction a 1300N (3001bf) static operating force and a
14N om (l201bf *in) rotational force.

6.1 Identification. Mating components of a 6.3 Shielding. Connectors shall have an elec-
separable insulated connector shall be perma- trically conductive shield and, where required,
nently (for example, ink stamp, brand, or molded shall have provision for connecting an external
in) and legibly identified with the following infor- ground to the shield. Except for nonelastomeric
mation: components, connectors shall meet the require-
(1) Manufacturer's identification ments of IEEE Std 592-1977 [51.
(a) Company name or logo
(b) Part identification
(c) Date of manufacture 6.4 Interchangeability
(2) Continuous current rating (when applicable) 6.4.1 Complete Interchangeability. Inter-
mixed bushings and elbows of different manufac-
(3) Maximum voltage rating
(4) Cable insulation diameter range (when a p ture shall be considered interchangeable pro-
plicable) vided they meet all applicable requirements of
(5) Whether load-break or dead-break (when this standard.
applicable). In addition, elbows of load-break
6.4.2 Limited Interchangeability. Inter-
connectors shall have the following marking: mixed bushings and elbows of different manu-
(a) Connectors with a phase-to-ground volt- facture meeting all the requirements of this
standard, except 7.7 and 7.8, shall be considered
age rating shall be identified with a removable
interchangeable, except for switching and fault
white band 13 mm - 32 mm (0.5in - 1.25in)
closure.
wide, located on the cable entrance portion of
The dimensions of operating and bushing well
the connector not less than 25 mm (1.00 in) from
the cable entrance. The removable band shall be interfaces shall be in accordance with Figs 3
--
through 11.
clearly visible from the normal operating posi-
tion, and &xed to minimize its accidental dis-
lodgement.
6.5 Test Point. Test points are optional and
(b) Connectors with both phase-to-ground
may be specified on either load-break or dead-
and phase-to-phase voltage ratings shall be iden-
break elbows.
tified with a removable white band 13 mm -
6.5.1 Capacitance. Test points shall be ca-
32 mm (0.5in - 1.25 in) wide, having a centered
pacitively coupled to the conductor system and
black stripe 4.8 mm ~fr 1.6 mm (0.188 in 2 0.062
shield of the connector.
in) in width located on the cable entrance por-
The capacitance between the test point and
tion of the connector not less than 25mm
the conductor system shall be at least 1.0 pF. The
(1.00 in) from the cable entrance. The removable
ratio of the capacitance between test point and
band shall be clearly visible from the normal op-
shield to the capacitance between test point and
erating position, and affixed to minimize its acci-
conductor system shall not exceed 12.0. These
dental dislodgement.
values shall be verified by tests when conducted
in accordance with 7.17.1.
6.5.2 Cap Removal Force. The force re-
quired to remove the test-point cap shall be
6.2 Operating Means. Connectors shall be op- within the range of 36N - 219N (81bf - 491bf).
erable by means of a suitable live-line tool which The cap operating eye shall be capable of with-
clamps the elbow so that operation is along the standing a static operating force of 433 N (100 lbf)
probe axis. The required operating force over the over the environmental temperature range of
+
environmental range of - 20 "C to 65°C shall - 20°C to + 65°C (see 7.16.1).
be as follows (see 7.14):
(1) 225N - WON (501bf - 200Ibf) for connec-
-?
tors without hold-down bails 6.6 Hold-Down Bails. Dimensions, materials,
(2) 45N - WON (1Olbf - 2001bf) for connec- and performance criteria are not specified in this
tors with hold-down bails standard.

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40'46 GAUGE

48.26
AT -GAUGE
1 .goo A 2.644 ? 0.010

AT -
48'26 GAUGE
1.900

AT -
12.70 GAUGE+{
0.500 +r

SHIELDING
REQUIRED

R A D REF

NOTES (1) Diameters C, D, E, and F to be concentric with pitch diameter of threads on stud within
025/0.010 TIR (total indicator re-
(2) Clearance for mating parts
m
(3) Dimension: mm/iq -
m
(4) A-alphabetical dimensional identification
(5) The diameter of the shielded portion shall at no point be less than the largest diameter of the
insulated portion

Fig 3
200 A Bushing-Well Interface, 8.3 kV, 15.2 kV, and 21.1 kV

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POWER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS ABOVE 600 V Std 386-1985

,
48.51 f 0.38
7
*
8 1 . 9 1 0 0.015

*44.45 f 0.38
1.750 f 0.01 5
-
44.45 32.41 f 0.25
AT GAUGE-
1.750 i m 1 . 2 7 6 f 0.0101

6.35
AT --GAUGE-
0.250

7.3710.290 MIN-
n C O N T A C T ID

DATUM

47.88 r 0.25
MIN
1.885 f 0.010
I I CLEARANCE
56.87 ;”,”,”

REQUIRED
%-
M I N SHIELDING

NOTE (4)
T.87
0.310
f
f
0.05
0.002

PROBE

NOTES (1) Clearance for mating parts

mm
(2) Dimensions: mm/h, -
rn
(3) A-alphabetical dimensional identiscation
(4) The diameter of the shielded portion shall at no point be less than the largest
diameter of the insulated portion

Fig 4
200 A Dead-Break Interface,
8.3 kV and 15.2 kV

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- 40.49 f 0.38
~~

~ 1 . 5 9 f40.015
69.85
GAUGE

34.54 f 0.38 AT 22.70 -.

3.18 f 0.38
RAD
n o . 125 f0.015

EXTl NGUlSH I NG
ZONE
ARC ,\
\
0.227f 0.015

MIN
ANCE
PROBE

66.68f 0.38
2.625 f 0.015
I

M I N SHIELDING
67.31 f 0.76 REQUIRED NOTE (5)
2.650 f 0.030 PROBE

ARC EXTINGUISHING ROD

OPTION

N m E S (1) Clearance for mating parts

mm
(2) Dimensions: mm/in; - in
(3) A-alphabetical dimensional identification
(4) Probe and elbow-see Fig 6
(5) The diameter of the shielded portion shall at no point be less than the largest diameter of the
insulated portion

Fig 5
200 A Load-Break Interface,
8.3 kV and 8.3 kVD4.4 kV

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DATUM
(REFERENCE FIG 5)

A A 6.93 f 8
- - 26.14 f 1.80
1.029 f 0.071

0.273 f 0.033 --P

3/8-16 UNC-2A

b
137.21 f 231
5.402 t 0.091

THREADS
31.54 t 1.83
1.242 t 0.072

MATERIAL
14.12 2 0.99
0.556 f 0.039

SPRING WASH ER (s)

COMPRESSED
t
U
-
11.51 f 1.73
0.453 f 0.068

L PROBE DATUM A PROBE

r0.494
12.55 f0.10
0.004 r0.500
12.70 t 0.08
0.003

t
-
t
ARC EX TlNGUlSHlNG
ROD

NOTES (1) For bushing, see Fig 5

(2) Dimensions: mm/in; -
mm
m
(3) A-alphabetical dimensional identification

Fig 6
200A Load-Break Probe and Elbow
8.3 kV and 8.3 kVl14.4 kV

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-ni
46.66 f 0.38
.a37 f 0.01 5
AT-
69.85
2.750
GAUGE

1
38.48 f 0.38
;,5
.15 f O.O:]
35.31 f 0.38
. 1.390 f 0.015
23.88 0.38
' 0.940 f 0.01 5

2.0310.0ao RAD REF

h R A D I U S BLEND

fl'1-r 1

l l 159.51 MIN
-
97.03
3.820
MIN
w-
r
6.280
CLEARANCE
FOR PROBE
n
ARC
EXTINGUISHING 49
Z-ONE

SPRING LOAD)ED
CONTACT

/
ARC EXTINGUISHING ROD

OPTION
h L C O N T A C T
NOTES (1) Clearance for mating parts
mm
(2) Dimensions: mm/in; -
in
(3) A-alphabetical dimensional identification
(4) The diameter of the shielded portion shall at no point be less than the w e s t diameter of the insulated
portion

Fig 7
200 A Load-Break Interface, 15.2 kV and 15.2 kV/26.3 kV,
200 A Load-Break Interface No 2, 21.1 kV and 21.1 kV/36.6 kV

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7 1.07 f 0.38
P d -AT- 120.65
4.750 GAUGE
~2.789 f 0.01 5

616 7 f 0.38 12.70

-AFzmiiq -AT 0.500
-GAUGE

2.39
0.094
f
f
0.12
0.005
RAD p
-1 60.33 r 0.38

a \ 19.30 f 0.12
3.18 r 0.12
0.1 25 r 0.005
RAD \ eO.760 f 0.005

" \ 5.54 f 0.12

DATUM

12.70
AiExGAUGE
1.52 f 0.50 136.19
1 I
213.54
8.407
MIN
0.060 f 0.020 A 5.362 CLEARANCE
ARAD MAX

: 0.020

1 /
SPRING-LOADED

I 88.90 r 0.50
~ 3 . 5 0 0f 0.020
REQUIRED NOTE (4)

18.92 f 0.07
PROBE
19.05 f 0.05
0.745 f 0 . 0 0 3 b 0.750 O.Oo2A

I
ARC EXTINGUISHING ROD CONTACT

NOTES: (1) Clearance for mating parts

mm
(2) Dimensions: mm/in; -
in
(3) A-alphabetical dimensional identification
(4) The diameter of the shielded portion shall at no point be less than the largest diameter of the insulated
portion

Fig 8
200A Load-Break Interface No 1,
2L1 kV and 21.1 kV/36.6kV

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- 42.72f 0.25
~ 1 . 6 8 f20.010
AT 88.9'
3.500
GAUGE

36.78k 0.25 6.35

1.57f 0.25
AT - GAUGE
0.250
A 0.062f 0.010
RAD
\
6'35 \8.26/0.325 MIN 0.150
A 0.250
GAUGE
I
CONTACT ID A

1 DATUM
22.22MIN
I
r 7-0.875

88.90
I
95.25
A M 88'90
A 3.500 GAUGE
A;;.3
NOTE (1)

+- REQUl RED
NOTE (4)
-
9.52f 0.05
0.375f 0.002
PROBE

NOTES (1) Clearance for mating parts

mm
(2) Dimensions: mm/in;-
In
(3) A-alphabetical dimensional identification
(4) The diameter of the shielded portion shall at no point be less than the largest diameter of the insulated
portion

Fig 9
200 A Dead-Break Interface, 21.1 kV

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A 2.013f 0.010__
76.20 51.13 f 0.25
AT -
3.000
GAUGE - OPTION 5

6.35 40.64f 0.25

/Ag
- UNC 2 8
AT-GAUGE-
0.250
31.75~
0.12
~ ~ - I I U N C 2 A
20.83/0.820FULL THREAD M I N -

81.265 f 0.050 FULL THREAD

MIN
I 6’35 GAUGE
r0.250
* DATUM

1.27f 0.25
0.050f 0.010
2.29 f 0.25 I I
82.30f 0.50
0.090f 0.010
ARAD 76.20 I
~ 3 . 2 4 f0 0.020
3.000
A GAUGE
93.47

pE
3.840

NOTES (1) Clearance for mating parts

mm
(2) Dimensions: mm/in; -
in
(3) A-alphabetical dimensional identification
(4) The diameter of the shielded portion shall a t no point be less than the largest diameter of the
insulated portion except for bushings which have internal shielding

Fig 10
600 A Dead-Break Interface, 8.3 kV and 15.2 kV

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Std 386-1985 IEEE STANDARD FOR SEPARABLE INSULATED CONNECTOR SYSTEMS FOR

0.25 OPTION
AT 14.000
01.6' GAUGE + 0.010
31.75 t 0.12 /Ai - I I UNC 2B
,-

1.250 * 0.005 I

1.250 * 0.01 5

6.35 MIN
0.250 GAUGE
DATUM

2.29 f 0.38
).090 f 0.01 5
%RAD
101.60

A?=-
.UGE
I ..3.57

y;;
125.'
5 MIN
2.29 * 0.38 I
1.090 f 0.01 5
A NOTE (1 1

REQUIRED 1

(NOTE (4i

NOTES (1) Clearance for mating parts

mm
(2) Dimensions: mm/in;-
in
(3) A-alphabetical dimensional identification
(4) The diameter of the shielded portion shall at no point be less than the largest diameter
of the insulated portion except for bushings which have internal shielding

Fig 11
600 A Dead-Break Interface, 21.1 kV

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POWER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS ABOVE 600 V Std 3861985

7. Testing acceptable commercial standards as defined in

ANSI/IEEE Std 4-1978 [l].
7.1 Production Tests. The following produc- (4) Voltages shall be measured in accordance
tion tests shall be performed by the manufac- with ANSI/IEEE Std 4-1978 [l].
turer on all connector components except
bushing well, ground bushing, and grounding 7.4 Corona Voltage Level. The purpose of
elbow: this test is to verify that the corona voltage level
(1) Corona voltage level (see 7.4) of the test specimen is not less than the value
(2) Alternating-current withstand or full-wave given in Table 1.
impulse withstand voltage (see 7.5.1 and 7.5.3) The test voltage shall be raised to 20% above
(3) Test-point voltage test if applicable (see the corona voltage level specified in Table 1. If
7.17.2) corona exceeds 3pC, the test voltage shall be
Bushing wells shall be tested in accordance with lowered to the corona voltage level specified in
MILSTD-105D-1963 [6] with acceptable quality Table 1 and shall be maintained at this level for
level of 2.5% using the normal inspection level. at least 3 s but not more than 60s. Corona read-
ings taken during this period shall not exceed
7.2 Design Tests. The design tests listed in 3 pc.
Table 3 shall be performed by the manufacturer
to demonstrate compliance of the design with 7.5 Dielectric Tests. The purpose of these
this standard. tests'is to verify that the insulation of the test
specimen will withstand the voltages shown in
7.3 Test Conditions. The following test condi- Table 1.
tions shall apply unless otherwise specified: The test voltage shall be applied to the parts of
(1) Connectors shall be properly assembled the connector which is energized in service.
with actual or simulated components. All parts The test point, if any, shall be grounded during
which are normally grounded shall be connected these tests.
to the ground of the test circuit 7.5.1 Alternating-CurrentWithstand Volt-
(2) Ambient temperature shall be in the range age Test. The test voltage shall be raised to the
of 0°C - +40°C value specified in Table 1 in not more than 30 s.
(3) All alternating-current voltages shall have a The connector shall withstand the specified test
frequency of 60 Hz 5 5% and sine wave shape of voltage for 1 min without flashover or puncture.

Table 3
Design Tests

Number of
Design Test Section Samples *
Corona voltage level 7.4 10
Alternating-current withstand voltage 7.5.1 10
Direct-current withstand voltage 7.5.2 10
Impulse withstand voltage 7.5.3 10
Short-time current 7.6 4
Switching
Fault-closure 77:87) 30 (max)
Current cycling 7.9 - 7.11t and 7.12 4
Accelerated sealing life test 7.12 4
Cable pull-out (tensile strength) 7.13 4
Operating force 7.14 4
Operating eye 7.15 4
Test-point cap 7.16 4
Test point 7.17 10
Shielding 7.18 4

* No failures permitted except for switching and fault-closure tests in which none
are permitted in ten consecutive samples of a maximum lot size of 30.
t Option A or Option B. (see 7.10)

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Std 386-1985 IEEE STANDARD FOR SEPARABLE INSULATED CONNECTOR SYSTEMS FOR

7.5.2 Direct-Current Withstand Voltage Table 4

Test. The test voltage shall have a negative po- Voltage Conditions for Switching Test
larity (that is, negative terminal connected to test
specimen) and shall be raised to the value spec- Connector Fig 12 Test Circuit
ified in Table 1. The connector shall withstand Voltage Rating Test Voltage Diagram Required
the specified test voltage for 15 min without (kV rms) t VI v* (see Fig 12)
8.3 8.3 - C
flashover or puncture. 8.3/ 14.4 14.4 8.3 A or B
7.5.3 Impulse Withstand Voltage Test 15.2 152 - C
(BIL). The test voltage shall be 1.2/50 ps wave 15.2i26.3 26.3 15.2 A or B
21.1 21.1 - C
having the crest value (BIL) specified in Table 1.
2 1.U36.6 36.6 21.1 A or B
The wave shape shall meet the requirements of
ANSI/IEEE C62-1-1984 [3]. The wave-shape toler- t The highest steady-state voltage across the open contacts
ance shall be as shown in the following table: that a loadbreak connector is rated to switch is:
(1) The maximum phasetc-ground rms voltage for phase-
teground rated devices
Measured Tolerance (2) The maximum phase-to-phase rms voltage for phase-to-
ground/phaseto-phase rated devices.
Quantity (2%)
Crest value 3
Front time 30
Time to half value 20
switching operations under the conditions listed
in Fig 12 and Table 4 without arcing to ground or
Nominal rate of rise
of wave front 20 impairing its ability to meet the other require-
ments of this standard. A complete switching
operation shall consist of connecting and dis-
The closed connector shall withstand three
connecting. Appropriate ground-fault detection
positive and three negative full-wave impulses equipment shall be used for all tests. The last
without flashover or puncture. When the impulse
switching operation shall be recorded by an os-
withstand test is used as a production test, the cillogram.
connector shall withstand one full-wave impulse
7.7.1 Mounting Preparation of Load-
of each polarity.
Break Connectors for Switching Tests. The
connector shall be mounted with all normally
7.6 Short-Time Current Test. The purpose of
grounded parts grounded in a manner closely ap-
this test is to verify that the connector is capable
proximating normal service conditions. Aaacent
of withstanding short-time current of the magni-
grounds, in the form of connector systems of the
tudes and durations shown in Table 2.
same type as the one being tested, shall be
The connector shall be mounted in a manner
mounted and appropriately grounded on each
approximating service conditions. Hold-down
side of the connector under test at the distance
bails shall be used with 200A dead-break elbows.
shown in Table 5. If hold-down bails are used,
Short-time current tests may be made at any
these shall be installed as in normal service.
voltage up to the rated voltage of the connector.
The rms value of the f i s t major loop of a cur-
rent wave shall be not less than the value spec-
ified in Table 2 times 1.3 (X/R=6) for 200A Table 5
connectors or 1.6 (X/R=20) for 600 A connectors. Elbow Spacing for Switching and
The magnitude shall be measured in accordance Fault-Closure Tests
with ANSI/IEEE C37-09-1979 [a].
Connectors shall withstand the current without Connector
Voltage Rating Maximum Center-to-Center Spacing
separation of interfaces or impairing the ability (kV rms) Millimeters Inches
to meet the other requirements of the standard.
8.3 82.6 3%
8.3i14.4 82.6 3%
7.7 Switching Test. (Applicable to load-break 15.2 10 1.6 4
connectors only.) The purpose of this test is to 15.2/26.3 101.6 4
verify that the load break connector is capable of 21.1 139.7 5%
21.1i36.6 139.7 5%
closing and interrupting the rated switching cur-
rent given in Table 2. NOTE: Tests shall be conducted with adjacent grounds ex-
The connector shall withstand ten complete posed as in normal service.

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4
ALL NORMALLY
G ROUN D E 0

V
LOAD BREAK

GRFACES

x_3 -- 5 t 0 7
RS

Power factor = 70% to 80% lagging

2. = 10% - 14% o f v ' 2, = X, + R ,

200 A

NOTE: Care shall be exercised in the selection and connection of instrument transformers to
ensure that they will not significantly alter the waveshape, magnitude, or duration of transient
voltages or current normally associated with the test circuit.
The switching rating may be achieved with the separating parts in either position.
Series impedance which may include source impedance may appear on either side of the
load-break connector.
Transformer loading which represents normal service conditions can be used for switching.

Fig 12
Circuit Diagrams for Switching Current Tests

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7.7.2 Operating Procedures for Switch- Table 6

ing Test. The loadbreak connector under test Voltage Conditions for Fault-Closure Test
shall be operated with a suitable live-line tool.
Successive switching operations shall be per- Fig 13
formed at a time interval of not less than 1 min. Connector Test Voltage Test Circuit
Voltage Rating (kV rms) Diagram Required
(A manufacturer may test his product under con- (kV rms) v r v z (see Fig 13)
ditions of a reduced time interval.) The operator 8.3 8.3 - B
shall maintain a minimum dwell time of 5 s after 8.3/14.4 14.4 4.2 A
the probe is positioned in the arc extinguishing 15.2 15.2 - B
area of its mating part. Time between closing and 15.2/26.3 26.3 7.6 A
21.1 21.1 - B
opening of the test connector shall allow steady- 21.V36.6 36.6 10.6 A
state voltage and current conditions to be
achieved prior to opening. The operator shall
perform the closing and opening operations with nectors from the lot which has passed the
positive continuous motion so as not to tease the switching test (7.7). Any connector from this lot
contacts. which has successfully completed ten switching
operations may be used in the fault-closure test
7.8 Fault-Closure Test. (Applicable to load- and shall be used in the same sequence in both
break connectors only.) The purpose of the test tests. The test conditions shall be as shown in
is to verify that the connector is capable of clos- Table 6 and Fig 13. At least one connector shall
ing on the fault current given in Table 2. be closed at an instant when the voltage is 80%
Fault-closure tests shall be conducted on con- or more of its peak value.

Fig 13
Circuit Diagrams for Fault-Closure Tests
NOTE: Any circuit that duplicates the voltages VI and V , and the conditions in
Table 2 is acceptable for conducting the fault-closure test
VI = required voltage across contacts prior to flow of fault current
V , = required voltage from each contact to all normally grounded surfaces
during flow of fault current

V , (Open-circuit Voltage)
z, +z, =
Rated Fault-Closure Current

z1 rz,

e! 24
z, =
V , (Open-circuit Voltage)
Rated Fault-Closure Current
 ANWIEEE
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The sample lot will have successfully passed

Voltage Cable
the fault-closure test if ten consecutive samples
Rating Insulation
meet the following criteria: (kV rms) Thickness
(1) Oscillograms show no external ground cur-
rent 15 175 mil
(2) All parts remain within the closed connec- 25 260 mil
tor assembly 35 345 mil
Connectors need not be operable after this test.
7.8.1 Mounting Preparationof Load-Break Equalizers used shall be in accordance with
Connectors for Fault-Closure Test. Mounting ANSVNEMA CC3-1973 [4].
preparation of the load-break connector shall be the Heat-cycle tests shall be conducted at an am-
same as specified in 7.7.1. bient temperature of 20°C - 35°C in a space
free of drafts.
The heat-cycle current shall be adjusted to re-
7.9 Current-Cycling Test for Uninsulated sult in a steady-state temperature of 90°C ? 5°C
Components of 200A and 600A Connec- on the surface of the conductor at the control
tors. The purpose of this test is to demonstrate cable. The temperature shall be measured at the
the ability of the uninsulated components of the approximate center of the control cable.
connector system to maintain their required con- The test shall consist of 50 current cycles, with
tinuous current-carrying capability when sub- the current on 3 h and off 3 h for each cycle. The
jected to cyclical loads. temperature of the hottest spot of the connector
Tests shall be conducted in accordance with shall be measured every 10 cycles and shall not
ANSVNEMA CC3-1973 [4]. An AWG No 1/0 alumi- exceed the temperature of the conductor of the
num conductor shall be used for 200A connec- control cable.
tors and a 750 kcmil aluminum conductor shall Option B. The purpose of this test is to demon-
be used for 600A connectors. strate that load-break and dead-break 200A con-
- The test shall be made without insulation on nectors can carry rated load current after being
the conductor or current-carrying parts of the subjected to an off-axis operating force. Success-
connector to avoid any deterioration of the in- ful completion of these tests shall be considered
sulation which may otherwise occur at the max- as evidence that the connector meets its rating.
imum temperature of this test. Each connector shall be subjected to 6 cycles,
The conductor system shall meet the require- each consisting of a mechanical operation as
ments given for Class A connectors in ANSI/ specified in 7.10.1 and current cycling as specified
NEMA CC3-1973 [4]. in 7.10.2.
The elbow shall be assembled with a half-inch
wide pulling band, as shown in Fig 14 for applica-
7.10 Current-Cycling Test for 200 A Insu- tion of an off-axis force. Grounding tabs or other
lated Connectors. obstructions may be removed to apply the pull-
Option A. The purpose of this test is to demon- ing band. No provision is made for an off-axis
strate that 200 A insulated connectors can carry closing force since it is not consistently repro-
rated current under usual service conditions. ducible.
Successful completion of the test listed below Four connectors shall be assembled in series
shall be considered as evidence that the connec- on unsecured AWG No 1/0 cross-linked poly-
tor meets its rating. ethylene insulated aluminum conductors having a
A control cable, used for the purpose of ob- length of 36in. The cable insulation thickness
taining conductor temperature, shall be installed shall be selected according to its voltage class.
in the heat cycle loop between two equalizers. Its The applicable voltage class cable shall be used:
length shall be 72in. The control cable shall be
the same type and size as the cable used to join Voltage Cable
the connectors under test. Rating Insulation
Four connectors shall be assembled in series (kV rms) Thickness
. on AWG No V O insulated aluminum conductors
15 175 mil
-- having a length of 36in. The cable insulation
25 260 mil
thickness shall be selected according to its volt-
age class. 35 345 mil

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-*-
FORCE USED TO INSTALL ELBOW
ON BUSHING SHALL BE APPLIED
PARALLEL TO AXIS OF THE PROBE

rqar
2.50 IN

FORCE USED TO SEPARATE I-\ Lm IN

ELBOW FROM BUSHING SHALL
BE APPLIED TO METAL BAND
IN THE DIRECTION OF THE
ARROW
H
Fig 14
Operating Force Test for Option B (7.10)

7.10.1 The elbow shall be rotated about the Heat-cycle tests shall be conducted at an am-
probe axis a minimum of 10" in both clockwise bient temperature of 20°C - 35°C in a space
and counterclockwise directions by means of a free of drafts.
suitable live-line tool. The tool shall be approx- The temperature shall be measured by ther-
imately parallel with the axis of the probe. mocouples located at
The connector shall then be opened 5 times (1) The compression lug
with the force applied to the pulling band and (2) The approximate midpoint of the bushing
closed 5 times with the force applied to the oper- contact or as near thereto as practical
ating eye. The force required to open or close the (3) On the conductor surface at the midpoint
elbow shall be parallel to the axis of the probe. of the control cable
The applied force shall be sufficient to com- The temperature at locations (1) and (2) shall
pletely close the connector. not exceed the temperature of the conductor of
7.10.2 A control cable used for the purpose of the cable at location (3).
obtaining conductor temperature, shall be in-
stalled in the heat cycle loop between two equal- 7.11 Current-Cycling Test for 600 A Insu-
izers. Its length shall be 72 in. The control cable lated Connectors. The purpose of this test is
shall be the same type and size as the cable used to demonstrate that 600 A insulated connectors
to join the connectors under test. can carry rated current under usual service con-
The current shall be adjusted so that the tem- ditions. Successful completion of the test listed
perature on the conductor of the control cable is below shall be considered as evidence that the
90°C 5 5°C. The current shall be applied for connector meets its rating.
eight continuous cycles, each cycle consisting of A control cable, used for the purpose of ob-
3 h on and 3 h off. taining conductor temperature, shall be installed .*.
Equalizers used shall be in accordance with in the heat-cycle loop between two equalizers. Its
ANSI/NEMA CC3-1973 141. length shall be 72 in. The control cable shall be

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the same type and size as the cable used to join conductor of the control cable to 90 "C k 5 "C for
~-
the connectors under test. the following time period:
Four connectors shall be assembled in series on
750 kcmil insulated aluminum conductors having 200 A connectors - 1h
a length of 36in. The cable insulation thickness 600 A connectors -4 h
shall be selected according to its voltage class.
(2) The assemblies shall be de-energized and
Voltage Cable within 3 min, submerged in 25 "C 5 5 "C conduc-
Rating Insulation tive water (5000n, cm maximum) to a depth of
(kV rms) Thickness 30 cm (1 ft) for the following time periods:

15 175 mil 200 A connectors - 1h

25 260 mil 600 A connectors -2 h
35 345 mil
After the 50th cycle, the connector and cable
Equalizers used shall be in accordance with assembly shall withstand a design impulse test,
ANSI/NEMA CC3-1973 [4]. (see 7.5.3).
Heat-cycle tests shall be conducted at an am- (3) The test point, if provided, shall be capable
bient temperature of 20°C - 35°C in a space of passing the voltage test specified in 7.17.2.
free of drafts.
The heat-cycle current shall be adjusted to re- 7.13 Cable Pull-Out Test. (Tensile strength).
sult in a steady-state temperature of 90°C 5 5°C The purpose of this test is to determine if the
on the surface of the conductor of the control connection between the cable conductor and
cable. The temperature shall be measured at the compression lug of the connector is capable of
approximate center of the control cable. dthstanding a tensile force of 900N (2001bf9.
The test shall consist of 50 current cycles, with The compression lug shall be held in a manner
the current on 6 h and off 6 h for each cycle. The which will not affect the strength of the connec-
- temperature of the hottest spot of the connector
shall be measured every 10 cycles and shall not
tion. The tensile force shall be applied to the ca-
ble conductor.
exceed the temperature of the conductor of the The connection shall withstand the applied
control cable. force for 1 min without impairing the connector's
ability to meet the other requirements of this
7.12 Accelerated Sealing Life Test. The pur- standard.
pose of this test is to demonstrate that the con-
nector can maintain a long-term seal at all 7.14 Operating-Force Test. The purpose of
interfaces to prevent the entrance of moisture. this test is to demonstrate that the force neces-
Four samples shall be assembled on AWG No sary to operate a connector meets the require-
1/0 aluminum conductors for 200 A connectors ments of 6.2.
and 750 kcmil aluminum conductors for 600A The connector shall be assembled and lubri-
connectors. cated in accordance with the manufacturer's in-
The cable shall be compatible with the thermal structions.
conditions of this test. A mandrel simulating the The temperature of the connector shall be
test cable may be substituted during the oven - 20 "C, + 25 "C, and + 65 "C respectively, for
aging portion of this test. three separate tests. The force shall be gradually
The four connector assemblies shall be placed applied .to the operating eye parallel to the axis
in an oven having 121°C temperature and remain of the probe.
there for three weeks. After this time has The forces required to open or close the con-
elapsed, the four samples shall be removed from nector shall be within the ranges specified in 6.2.
the oven and each operated once by using the
operating eye or an appropriate location on the 7.15 Operating-Eye Test. The purpose of this
axis of the separable interface. test is to demonstrate that the operating eye
The four connector assemblies shall then be meets the requirements of 6.2.
subjected to 50 cycles of the following sequence A tensile force shall be gradually applied to the
- of operations: operating eye in the direction of normal opera-
(1) The assemblies shall be heated in air using tion. The operating eye shall withstand the force
sufficient current to raise the temperature of the for lmin.

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Std 386-1985

A rotational force shall be applied with a suit- 7.17 Test-Point Tests ,--
able live-line tool to the operating eye in a clock- 7.17.1 Test-Point Capacitance Test. The
wise direction and in a counter-clockwise purpose of this test is to verify that the capaci-
direction. tance values of the test point meet the require-
Some distortion of the operating eye is accept- ments of 6.5.1.
able provided the connector is serviceable after The connector shall be installed on a cable of
the test and meets the corona voltage-level re- the type which it is designed to operate, and the
quirement specified in Table 1. shielding shall be grounded in the normal man-
ner. The capacitances from test point to cable
7.16 Test-Point Cap Test. The purpose of this and test point to ground shall be measured with
test is to demonstrate that the removal force of suitable instruments and proper shielding tech-
the test-point cap meets the requirements of 6.5.2 niques.
and the cap operating eye is capable of with- The measured values shall be within the toler-
standing the maximum operating force. ances specified in 6.5.1.
7.16.1 Test-Point Cap Operating-Force 7.17.2 Test-Point Voltage Test. The pur-
Test. A tensile force shall be gradually applied pose of this test is to ensure proper operation of
to the test-point cap in the direction parallel with the test point.
+
the probe axis at - 20"C, 25"C, and + 65°C. A test voltage shall be applied to the conduc-
The force required to remove the test-point tor system of the connector. The response of a
cap shall be within the ranges specified in 6.5.2. suitable sensing device on the test point shall in-
7.16.2 Test-Point Cap Operating With- dicate an energized condition.
stand Test. A tensile force of 433N (1OOlb)
shall be applied to the test-point cap operating 7.18 Shielding Test. The purpose of this test
+
eye for 1 min at - 2O"C, 25"C, and 65°C. + is to demonstrate that the shielding meets the re-
Some distortion of the operating eye is accept- quirements of 6.3.
able provided the test-point cap is serviceable af- The test procedure shall be in accordance with
ter the test. IEEE Std 592-1977 [5]. I

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