Cable faults
Basic conditions, causes, and types
Cable routes are influenced by a variety of ambient parameters. A cable route can consist of multiple diverse cable parts of diverse construction types. Depending on the voltage level, the required load capacity, and available accessory and installation technology, cables with plastic insulation or mass-impregnated paper insulation are used.
Cable damage can be due to various causes. The most common sources of faults include end of service life and external influences as well as improper assembly. When these types of cable faults occur, the defective spot needs to be detected as quickly as possible and the fault rectified in order to minimise the duration of the failure.
It is helpful if the cable fault location equipment can be used for all voltage levels right across the network. In practice, cable faults must be located on all voltage levels – from low voltage through medium voltage to high voltage.
All from a single source
The BAUR device portfolio meets this requirement and satisfies all needs concerning cable fault location, testing, and diagnostics.
Common types of cable faults
Further topics relating to cable fault location:
Process steps & methods
The right measurement method counts
The objective of fault location is to locate a cable fault as quickly and precisely as possible so as to provide the ideal basis for fast repair and reconnection. Fault location is carried out methodically following a logical sequence made up of four steps.
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Solution packages for cable fault location
BAUR offers numerous devices for the various different fault location methods. In the following, we propose possible solution packages depending on the type of cable and use. However, our sales and service employees will gladly recommend an individual, customised package especially for you.
