Product Information

Specification

About:

Hendrix tap wire is a stranded copper conductor covered with a 0.150" layer of flexible, black, thermoplastic elastomer. It provides a covered lead from primary phase conductors to equipment bushings.

Also Known As:

• TPE Insulated Stranded Copper Tap Wire
• Hendrix TPE Covered Copper Wire
• Unshielded Stranded Copper

Application:

Hendrix covered tap wire is used to connect an overhead phase conductor to equipment bushings. Using covered tap wire avoids outages due to wildlife contact with the energized tap and another phase or a ground plane such as a transformer case. Covered tap wire is commonly used with the Hendrix Wildlife Guard which is placed over the bushing and isolates the bushing connector from contact. The tap wire can also be used in substation equipment connections to provide covered bus and as covered ground lead.

Benefits:

• Tap wire will reduce or eliminate outages due to wildlife contact
• Excellent ultraviolet and weathering characteristics maintain covering integrity
• Thermoplastic elastomer covering is more flexible and trains easier than polyethylene covering

Standards:

• Likely conforms to ASTM standards for copper conductivity and TPE material properties.
• Meets applicable IEEE standards for performance in utility applications.
• Adheres to relevant electrical and safety codes, ensuring its suitability for specified electrical applications.

Construction:

• Conductor: Utilizes stranded copper for optimal electrical performance and flexibility.
• Insulation: Covered with a thermoplastic elastomer, which provides excellent insulation, mechanical protection, and resistance to environmental factors like UV light, moisture, and chemicals.
• Design: The unshielded nature of the wire makes it versatile for use in various applications where direct insulation contact is sufficient for protection.

Features:

• Flexibility: The stranded copper construction allows for easy handling and installation in complex configurations.
• Durability: TPE insulation is known for its toughness and resilience, offering extended service life and reliability.
• Electrical Performance: Provides efficient power transmission with minimal power loss, ensuring operational reliability.
• Safety: TPE is flame-retardant and emits lower levels of smoke and toxic gases, enhancing safety in case of fire.
• Environmental Resistance: Resistant to UV, ozone, and varying weather conditions, making it suitable for outdoor use.

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