Date of Approval: May 26, 2015

TRANSMISSION MATERIALS STANDARD SPECIFICATION 12-TMSS-10, Rev. 01

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 SCOPE

2.0 CROSS REFERENCES

3.0 APPLICABLE CODES AND STANDARDS

4.0 DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

4.1 General
4.2 Design Criteria
4.3 Materials
4.4 Fabrication
4.5 Marking

5.0 TESTS

5.1 Design (Type) Tests

5.2 Production (Routine) Tests
5.3 Special Tests

6.0 PACKING INSTRUCTIONS

7.0 DATA SCHEDULE

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1.0 SCOPE

This Transmission Material Standard Specification (TMSS) specifies the minimum

technical requirements for design, engineering, manufacture, inspection, testing and
performance of Splice or Termination Kits for Power Cables rated 69, 110 , 115, 132, 230
or 380 kV, intended to be used in the transmission system of National Grid, Saudi Arabia.

2.0 CROSS REFERENCES

This Material Standard Specification shall be read in conjunction with the latest revision of
National Grid SA General Specification No. 01-TMSS-01 titled "General Requirements for
All Equipment/ Materials", which shall be considered as an integral part of this TMSS.

This TMSS shall also be read in conjunction with National Grid SA Purchase Order or
Contract Schedules for project, as applicable.

3.0 APPLICABLE CODES AND STANDARDS

The latest revision/amendments of the following Codes and Standards shall be applicable
for the equipment/material covered in this TMSS. In case of conflict, the vendor/
manufacturer may propose equipment/material conforming to one group of Industry Codes
and Standards quoted hereunder without jeopardizing the requirements of this TMSS.

3.1 IEC 60840 Power cables with extruded insulation and their accessories for
rated voltages above 30kV (Um=36kV) up to 150kV (Um=170kV)-
Test methods and requirements

3.2 IEC 62067 Power cables with extruded insulation and their accessories for
rated voltages above 150kV (Um=170kV) up to 500kV
(Um=550kV)-Test methods and requirements

3.3 IEC 60141-1 Oil-filled, paper or polypropylene paper laminated insulated,

metal-sheathed cables and accessories for alternating voltages up
to and including 500kV

3.4 IEC 60507 Artificial pollution tests on high-voltage Insulators to be used on

A.C. systems

3.5 IEC 62271-209 Cable connections for gas-insulated metal-enclosed switchgear for
rated voltages of 52kV and above-Fluid-filled and extruded
insulation cables-Fluid-filled and dry type cable-terminations

3.6 IEEE 48 Test Procedures and Requirements for Alternating-Current Cable

Terminations 2.5kV Through 765kV

3.7 IEEE 404 Extruded and Laminated Dielectric Shielded Cable Joints Rated
2500V to 500000V

3.8 IEEE 1300 Guide for Cable Connections for Gas-Insulated Substations

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3.9 ASTM E 28 Standard Test Methods for Softening Point of Resins Derived
from Pine Chemicals and Hydrocarbons by Ring-and-Ball
Apparatus

3.10 ASTM G 154 Standard Practice for Operating Fluorescent Light Apparatus for
UV Exposure of Nonmetallic Materials

3.11 NEMA CC1 Electric Power Connectors for Substations

3.11 NEMA C119.4 Electric Connectors for Use Between Aluminum-to-Aluminum or

Aluminum-to-Copper Conductors Designed for Normal Operation
at or Below 93oC and Copper-to-Copper Conductors Designed for
Normal Operation at or Below 100oC

4.0 DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

4.1 General

4.1.1 The splice or termination kits shall meet or exceed the requirements of this
Specification in all respects.

4.1.2 Manufacturer's drawings shall show all components of the splice or

termination, together with all pertinent dimensions for National Grid SA
review. The dimensions of cable termination interfaces for SF6 Gas
Insulated Switchgear (GIS) shall meet the requirements of IEC 62271-209
or IEEE 1300. Any variations in these dimensions due to manufacturing
tolerances shall be indicated at the drawing.

4.1.3 Conventional or dry type plug-in or dry type outdoor terminations shall be
provided, as specified in SOW/TS.

4.2 Design Criteria

4.2.1 The design and construction of the splice shall essentially meet the latest
requirements of IEC 60141-1, IEC 60840, IEC 62067 or IEEE 404.

4.2.2 The design and construction of the termination shall essentially meet the
latest requirements of IEC 60141-1, IEC 60840, IEC 62067 or IEEE 48.

4.2.3 The accessory manufacturer shall liaise fully with the GIS, transformer and
cable manufacturer regarding size and dimensions to ensure that the cable
sealing ends interface correctly with GIS, transformer and/or cable.

4.2.4 The ratings shall be as indicated in the Data Schedule.

4.2.5 Gas immersed terminations, fluid filled & plug in/dry type at the SF6
switchgear shall comply with the requirements of IEC 62271-209. The
plug in/dry type cable terminations shall fully comply to the GIS cable
compartment.

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4.2.6 The termination shall have a sealed construction in order to avoid any
leakage (gas or oil) between GIS or transformer and cable termination.

4.2.7 The cable glands of the sealing ends shall be insulated from the SF6
switchgear, and transformers.

4.2.8 The sealing ends shall be provided with oil expansion tank where ever
necessary.

4.2.9 Corona shield shall be provided at the top of outdoor termination where
ever necessary. Arcing horns shall be provided at the top and base of each
outdoor termination where ever necessary.

4.2.10 Wherever the sheath potential is connected to the base, the base itself shall
be insulated from supporting steelwork by mounting on porcelain or epoxy
resin pedestal type insulators.

4.2.11 The design of terminations shall include an external high sensitivity partial
discharge (PD) measuring sensor where ever necessary.

4.2.12 The splice or termination shall be designed for service conditions specified
in 01-TMSS-01 (latest revision) and power cable having maximum
emergency loading temperature of 105ºC suitable to work with for 3 hours.

4.2.13 All components of the splice or termination shall perform without distress
under normal cyclic loading and fault conditions. When the dielectric
strength of the cable termination is dependent upon taping or the use of
auxiliary insulation, such insulation shall be used when any design (type)
tests are performed.

4.2.14 Splice shall be from jacket to jacket provided with waterproofing,

mechanical protection, and completely sealed of the cable ends to be
jointed. The Cable joints buried in the ground shall preferably be enclosed
in a fibreglass/coffin box casing and the space between the joint and casing
shall be completely filled with approved appropriate compound. Any
change in this filling compound shall initiate approval from National Grid
SA.

4.2.15 Heat transfer interface within the splice shall be in direct contact to the
compression/mechanical connector.

4.2.16 The splice design shall also prevent the presence of air especially at stress
points, such as splice insulating materials in direct contact to the cable
insulation.

. 4.2.17 Depending on the type of bonding system for power cable, splice and
termination shall be provided with a sheath sectionalizer/shield break
insulation. Metallic sheaths from both sides of the cable splice shall be
overlapped across the sheath sectionalizing insulation before taking any
exit in cross-bonded splice.

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4.2.18 The jacket tubing, if needed, shall be generally suitable for indoor and
outdoor installation, be ultraviolet and chemical resistant and with or
without adhesive coatings. It shall also be capable of being stored without
damage as per the manufacturer recommendations.

4.2.19 Components shall not be adversely affected in any manner by contact with
other materials normally used in the construction of cable joints and shall
not increase the rate of corrosion of any metal with which they may come
in contact.

4.2.20 The termination shall be Class 1 per IEEE 48 or equivalent. For GIS or
transformer terminations, the temperature of the medium in direct contact
with the termination (ambient inside enclosure) shall not exceed 55ºC
during normal operation.
The Oil used in indoor and outdoor terminations shall be preferably silicone
oil, poly-isobutylene or equivalent.

4.2.21 All terminations to Low Pressure Oil Filled (LPOF) power cable and GIS
shall employ, as a minimum, a double sealing method/blind ended
construction per IEC 62271-209 to prevent leakage of SF6 gas and oil. The
seals shall have a life expectancy of not less than 30 years.

4.2.22 Non-linear resistance/surge arresters shall be provided and installed

symmetrically between the GIS-side flange and ground, at the cable
termination with GIS having shield break insulation to bypass very fast
transients generated in GIS per IEC 62271-209 or IEEE 1300 The non-
linear resistor shall be calculated and provided as per TES-P-119.41 or If
required cable termination manufacturer shall provide sheath voltage
limiters (SVL), to be installed between the GIS-side flange and the
termination gland to bypass very fast transients generated in the GIS. The
dimensioning/ layout of these SVL’s is in the responsibility of the Main-
Contractor.

4.2.23 In order to avoid the mismatch of power cable and its associated
accessories, the manufacturer/supplier shall provide the precise dimensions
with their tolerance.

4.3 Materials

4.3.1 Connector (If Provided)

a. The connector material shall be suitable for aluminum or copper

conductors. Copper to copper cable connections shall use copper
connectors. Aluminum to aluminum cable connections shall use
aluminum connectors. Copper to aluminum cable connections shall
use suitable bimetallic connectors for the purpose. For outdoor and
indoor terminations, all connectors shall be tin-plated.

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For mechanical connectors the connector material shall always be

aluminum alloy and suitable for aluminum to aluminum, copper to
copper and copper to aluminum connections.

b. Connectors used for aluminum-to-aluminum cable connections and

copper to aluminum cable connections shall be tested per ANSI
C119.4 or equivalent IEC standard for thermal and mechanical
withstand capabilities. Similar test protocol shall be followed for
connectors used for copper-to-copper cable connections.

c. For connections wherein the conductor of the cable and the connector
are of the same material, the effective cross-sectional area of the
connector shall at least equal the size of conductor of the cable.

d. Both compression and mechanical type connectors are acceptable.

e. Terminal pad hole size and spacing shall be as per NEMA CC 1

requirements. The number of holes shall be as follows:

CABLE SIZE NO OF HOLES

For 400 mm² to 500 mm² 2 or 4

For 630 mm² and above 4

4.3.2 Splice Insulation

a. The splice insulation material can be premolded, prefabricated,

laminated or heat shrinkable types. It shall equal or exceed the
electrical and physical properties of the cable insulation.

b. For heat shrinkable materials, the diameter shall reduce to a

predetermined size upon application of heat in excess of 120°C
yielding a maximum longitudinal shrinkage of 5%.

c. The recovered wall thickness of heat shrink insulation tubing over the
connector shall be uniform and equal to or greater than the cable
insulation thickness as given in Data Schedule.

d. The adhesive for heat shrinkable material shall have a softening

temperature not less than 90°C, in accordance with ASTM E28. The
same shall be compatible with other components of the joint and
cable, and after installation shall not flow at normal service
temperatures.

e. The size of the silicon insulating body shall be fully compatible with
the cable insulation.

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4.3.3 Splice Jacket (If required)

a. The splice jacket shall be made of material compatible with the cable
jacket material i.e. black Polypropylene (PP), black PVC (type ST2),
linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE) ST7, linear medium density
polyethylene (LMDPE) ST7 & high density polyethylene (HDPE)
ST7 as per IEC 60840 & 62067. The splice jacket shall be ultraviolet
resistant.

b. The recovered wall thickness of splice jacket shall match or exceed

the thickness of the cable jacket.

4.3.4 Splice and Termination Stress Control

The stress control material can be heat shrinkable, premolded (silicone-

rubber, epoxy or EPDM) or laminated types, enclosed in porcelain, epoxy
insulator or outer heat shrinkable tubing. Premolded type having springs on
both sides of the splice is not acceptable.

4.3.5 Termination Porcelain Insulator or Outer Tubing

a. The porcelain insulator shall be brown with standard glaze.

b. The heat shrinkable outer tube shall be ultra violet resistant and drip
water resistant. The outer tube may be provided on resin glass-fiber
tube to guarantee maximum strength during short circuit.

4.3.6 Grounding

Necessary grounding materials shall also be included in the kit.

4.4 Fabrication

4.4.1 General

a. Splices and terminations shall be supplied in complete kit form with

all materials and components required to complete the installation.
Connectors shall be included in the kit.

b. Components supplied with adhesive coatings shall have means to

prevent the coated surfaces from adhering to other non-coated
components.

c. In case of shielded cable, all items needed for wire or tapes clamping,
roll springs, sheath sectionalizing/shield break insulation (if required)
shall also be included.

d. Wherever necessary the cable enclosure and termination support

structure shall be equipped with means for isolating the cable sheath

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to provide cathodic protection of the cable system per IEC 62271-209

or IEEE 1300.

4.5 Marking

4.5.1 Splice Kits

A suitable nameplate shall be provided in the splice kit giving the following
information :

a. Manufacturer's name/logo, part identification and date of

manufacture
b Factory Name & Location
c. Maximum voltage rating
d. Cable insulation diameter range, for premoulded splice only
e. Conductor size in mm²
f. 12-TMSS-10, (Latest revision)

4.5.2 Termination Kits

A suitable nameplate shall be provided in the termination kit giving the

following information :

a. Manufacturer's name
b. Type of termination
c. Designation no.
d. IEEE terminator class no, if applicable.
e. Insulation class
f. Maximum design voltage to ground
g. Maximum and Minimum cable conductor size
h. Maximum and Minimum cable insulation diameter
i. BIL
j. BSL (for 380kV insulation class only)
k. Rated internal pressure, kPa
l. Date of Manufacture
m. 12-TMSS-10, (Latest revision)

4.5.3 Connector Kits

For compression type connectors, the surface shall be marked with crimp
position knurls, die index number and manufacturer's code number.

5.0 TESTS

All test results shall be provided for review and acceptance by National Grid SA. The
insulation and screening material used for all one-piece premoulded joints and rubber stress
cone components of prefabricated joints shall be identical to those used in Type Test.

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5.1 Design (Type) Tests

An appropriate type test as specified in this clause shall be made, before the
manufacturer supplies on a general commercial basis, the type of accessory described
in this specification in order to demonstrate satisfactory performance characteristics
of the basic accessory design.

In addition, the accessory manufacturer must demonstrate by type test on the specific
cable that any joint or termination that it is intended for use with the cable supplied
for a specific contract is compatible with that cable. The manufacturer shall also
confirm that the joints & terminations are compatible with cable manufactured by
other prequalified cable manufacturers.

5.1.1 Splice Kits for XLPE Insulated Power Cables

All splice kits for 69, 110, 115, 132, 230 or 380kV cable systems shall be
tested per IEC 60840, IEC 62067 or IEEE 404.

5.1.2 Splice Kits for LPOF Power Cables

All splice kits for LPOF cable systems shall be tested per IEC 60141-1 or
IEEE 404.

5.1.3 Termination Kits

All termination kits shall be tested per IEC 60141-1, IEC 60840, IEC
62067 or IEEE 48. Cable termination interfaces for GIS shall also be tested
per IEC 62271-209 or IEEE 1300.

5.1.4 The sheath sectionalizing/shield break insulation (if any) in splice and
termination kits shall be type tested according to Annex G of IEC 60840 or
IEC 62067.

5.2 Production (Routine) Tests

5.2.1 Splice kits shall be tested per IEC 60141-1, IEC 60840, IEC 62067 or IEEE
404.

5.2.2 Termination kits shall be tested per IEC 60141-1, IEC 60840, IEC 62067 or
IEEE 48.

5.3 Special Tests

5.3.1 The Vendor/manufacturer shall submit a Test Certificate proving the

ultraviolet resistance of the heat shrink tube/polymer material where
applicable. The test shall conform to the requirements of ASTM G 154.

The material test specimen(s) shall be subjected to the following test

sequence:

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a. Eight (8) hours exposure to UV at a test temperature of 60°C

followed immediately by,

b. Four (4) hours exposure to condensation at a test temperature of

50°C.

The above sequence shall be consecutively repeated to a minimum of 252

cycles (i.e. total cumulative exposure to UV of 18 weeks minimum).

The change in test specimen surface and original tensile strength and
elongation shall be indicated in the Test Certificate.

5.3.2 In addition to the design (type) test given above, all outdoor termination
kits shall undergo a humidity and condensation test when specified in the
data schedule (Appendix "DD" of IEC 62271-201 and IEC 60507
respectively) or the cable out door termination manufacturer shall submit
the type test certificate from the insulator manufacturer including the test
mentioned above.

6.0 PACKING INSTRUCTIONS

In addition to the applicable items in 01-TMSS-01, packing and shipping of the splice and
termination parts shall also conform to the following:

6.1 All components of splices and terminations shall be clearly marked with the
supplier's name and reference numbers.

6.2 Electrically conducting components shall be marked "conducting" clearly and

permanently.

6.3 All components shall be capable of being stored without deterioration within the
temperature range -5°C to + 55°C. Components or materials, if subject to a shelf life
limitation, shall have the final date of use prominently and permanently shown on all
packages.

6.4 Each splice and termination kit shall be packed in its own individual re-sealable hard
board box, and the box shall be printed with the following minimum information:

a. Splice/Termination Catalog Number

b. Purchase Order Number/Contract No./Job Order No. (as applicable)
c. Manufacturer's Name
d. Year of Manufacture
e. National Grid SA Item Number
f. Expiry Date (if applicable)

6.5 Each crate shall be fixed with an aluminum plate giving the following information:

a. Purchase Order Number/Contract No./Job Order No. (as applicable)

b. National Grid SA Item Number
c. Manufacturer's Name

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d. Year of Manufacture
e. Splice/Termination Catalog Number
f. Gross Weight in Kilograms
g. Position of slinging points and other relevant handling instructions.

6.6 Each kit shall be disassembled only to such extent as may be necessary to facilitate
field handling and to prevent damage during shipment.

6.7 Each kit shall include an installation instruction & step by step jointing and
termination procedure in English and Arabic or preferable language highlighted by
the installation contractor.

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7.0 DATA SCHEDULE

SPLICE AND TERMINATION KITS FOR POWER CABLES

RATED 69, 110, 115, 132, 230 OR 380kV

National Grid SA Date:

Enquiry No.

National Grid SA Date:

Purchase Order No.
or Contract No.

National Grid SA PTS No./Project Title

with J.O. No.
REFERENCE
SECTION NO. DESCRIPTION 'A' 'B' 'C'

3.0 APPLICABLE CODES AND STANDARDS

4.0 DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

Catalog number (If applicable) *

Type number of equipment (If applicable) *

TYPE OF CABLE (XLPE OR LPOF)

Nominal Voltage Rating, (kV)

Conductor Size, (mm²)
Conductor Material
Diameter Over Conductor, (mm)
Conductor Shield Thickness, (mm)
Insulation Thickness, (mm)
Diameter Over Insulation, (mm)
Insulation Shield Thickness, (mm)

'A'- National Grid SA SPECIFIED DATA/PARAMETER.

'B'- BIDDER/SUPPLIER/VENDOR/CONTRACTOR PROPOSED DATA/PARAMETERS.
'C'- REMARKS SUPPORTING THE PROPOSED DEVIATION IN COLUMN 'B'.
(*)- DATA/PARAMETER TO BE PROVIDED/PROPOSED BY THE BIDDER/SUPPLIER/
VENDOR/CONTRACTOR IN COLUMN 'B'.

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7.0 DATA SCHEDULE

SPLICE AND TERMINATION KITS FOR POWER CABLES

RATED 69, 110, 115, 132, 230 OR 380kV

REFERENCE
SECTION NO. DESCRIPTION 'A' 'B' 'C'

Metallic Shield Thickness, (mm)

Metallic Shield Size, (mm²) and number
Outer Jacket Material
Outer Jacket Thickness, (mm)
Outer Jacket Color Black
Outer Jacket Conductive Layer
Overall Cable Diameter, (mm)

1.0 DETAILS FOR XLPE CABLE :

Moisture Impervious Layer for

Conductor (if any)
Semi
conducting
compatible
Conductor Shield Material
with the
conductor and
the insulation.
Super clean
Insulation Material
XLPE
Semi
conducting
compatible
Insulation Shield Material
with the
XLPE
insulation.
Moisture Impervious Layer-1 Thickness,
mm
Metallic Shield Material
Moisture Impervious Layer-2 Thickness,
mm
Moisture Impervious Layer-3
Thickness, mm (if any)

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7.0 DATA SCHEDULE

SPLICE AND TERMINATION KITS FOR POWER CABLES

RATED 69, 110, 115, 132, 230 OR 380kV

REFERENCE
SECTION NO. DESCRIPTION 'A' 'B' 'C'

2.0 DETAILS FOR LPOF CABLE :

Oil Channel external diameter, (mm)

Helix Material Steel
Conductor material Copper
Metallized
paper tape or
Conductor Shield Material semi-
conducting
paper tape
Laminated
Insulation Material
Paper
Metallized
paper tape or
Insulation Shield Material semi-
conducting
paper tape
Extruded Lead
alloy or
Metallic Sheath Material seamless tube
of corrugated
aluminum
Metallic Sheath Binder Tape Material
Metallic Sheath Binder Tape Thickness,
(mm)
Reinforcing Layer (for lead alloy
sheathed cable only) Material

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7.0 DATA SCHEDULE

SPLICE AND TERMINATION KITS FOR POWER CABLES

RATED 69, 110, 115, 132, 230 OR 380kV

REFERENCE
SECTION NO. DESCRIPTION 'A' 'B' 'C'

Reinforcing Layer Thickness (mm)

Sealing compound Material
Cable Oil Type

3.0 Reference Manufacturing Standard for

*
splice or termination

4.0 Manufacturer's Designation *

Type of kit (Splice or Termination) *

Sheath sectionalizer/shield break
Yes/No
Insulation provided
Non-linear resistance/surge arrester
ratings (kV, Kj/kV)

4.1.3 Terminations
Conventional/Plug-in/Fluid Filled/Dry
Type

4.2.1 Ratings
a. Insulation or Voltage Class,
(69,110, 115, 132, 230 or 380 kV)

b. Maximum Design Voltage to Ground,

(kV)

For 69 kV 44
For 110 kV 71
For 115 kV 73
For 132 kV 84
For 230 kV 146
For 380 kV 241

c. Continuous Current Carrying

capability, (A)

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7.0 DATA SCHEDULE

SPLICE AND TERMINATION KITS FOR POWER CABLES

RATED 69, 110, 115, 132, 230 OR 380kV

REFERENCE
SECTION
DESCRIPTION 'A' 'B' 'C'
NO.

d. Temperature Rating, (°C)

For XLPE Cable 90
For LPOF Cable 85

e. Emergency Temperature Rating,

(°C)

For XLPE Cable 105

For LPOF Cable

f. Basic Lightning Impulse

Insulation Level (BIL), (kV)

For 69 kV *
For 110 kV *
For 115 kV *
For 132 kV *
For 230 kV *
For 380 kV *

g. Basic Switching Impulse

Insulation Level (BSL), (kV) for
380 kV only
*

h. Rated LPOF Internal Pressure,

(kPa) (if applicable)

i. System Short Circuit

Current, (kArms)

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7.0 DATA SCHEDULE

SPLICE AND TERMINATION KITS FOR POWER CABLES
RATED 69, 110, 115, 132, 230 OR 380kV

REFERENCE
SECTION NO. DESCRIPTION 'A' 'B' 'C'

j. Short Circuit Current Rating

for 1 second, (kArms)

k. Maximum Short Circuit Conductor

Temperature, (°C)
For XLPE Cable 250
For LPOF Cable 200

l. Maximum Permissible Continuous

Conductor Temperature, (°C)

For XLPE Cable 90

For LPOF Cable 85

m. Maximum Permissible Emergency

Conductor Temperature, (°C)

For XLPE 105

For LPOF

n. Termination Class 1
Leakage Distance in mm
for 40/50mm/kV
Outdoor
For 69 kV 2760/3450
For 110 kV 4400/5500
For 115 kV 4600/5750
For 132 kV 5280/6600
For 230 kV 9200/11500
For 380 kV 15200/19000

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7.0 DATA SCHEDULE

SPLICE AND TERMINATION KITS FOR POWER CABLES
RATED 69, 110, 115, 132, 230 OR 380kV

REFERENCE
SECTION
DESCRIPTION 'A' 'B' 'C'
NO.

Indoor
For 69kV 1725

4.2.11 External High Sensitivity PD Measuring

Yes/No
Sensor on termination

4.2.20 Sealing Method Double

Minimum Dielectric fluid inside
termination
Seal Life Expectancy, (Y’rs.) 30

4.5 Kit Contents

(Provide Part Name, Quantity)
*
*
*
*
*
*

5.1 Type Tests

Type Test on Accessory Yes/No

5.3 Special Tests

(humidity and condensation tests
required?) Yes/No

Net weight of each splice or

termination kit, (kg) *
Packing Dimension, (mm) *
Separate Supply, List for same
material, including year of supply Yes/No

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7.0 DATA SCHEDULE

SPLICE AND TERMINATION KITS FOR POWER CABLES
RATED 69, 110, 115, 132, 230 OR 380kV

A. ADDITIONAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION OR FEATURES TO BE FURNISHED BY

NATIONAL GRID SA:

B. ADDITIONAL SUPPLEMENTARY DATA OR FEATURES PROPOSED BY

BIDDER/VENDOR/SUPPLIER/CONTRACTOR:

C. OTHER PARTICULARS TO BE FILLED UP BY BIDDER/VENDOR/SUPPLIER/

CONTRACTOR:

Actual Manufacturer Vendor/Supplier/

of Equipment/Material Contractor

Name of the Company

& Factory
Factory Location and address

Name and Signature of

Authorized Representative
and Date

Official Seal/Stamp
of the Company & Date

12TMSS10R01/WAM Date of Approval: May 26, 2015 PAGE 20 OF 20