HV Cable Joints and Terminations

NS 0129
Network Standards
Volume 1
Construction Standards for High Voltage

Cable Joints and Terminations
1 October 1997
Amendments included from CIA 1087, 21 Dec 1999; CIA 1094, 1 Mar 2000, CIA 1114, 15 June 2000,
CIA 1170, 15 May 2001, CIA 1188, 25 July 2001, CIA 1226, 27 Mar 2002 and CIA 1242, 23 April 2002
SUMMARY
Network Standard NS 0129 provides the requirements for making joints and
terminations on high voltage cables.
GENERAL
This Standard is subject to amendment by EnergyAustralia at any time.
Any proposed deviation from this Standard must be submitted to EnergyAustralia for
approval before it is implemented.
ISSUE
EnergyAustralia staff: This Standard is for issue to all staff involved with high
voltage cable jointing work, and for general reference by technical and engineering
staff.
Where this document is issued as a controlled document replacing an earlier edition;
remove and destroy the superseded document.
Accredited Service Providers and Contractors: This document is issued on an
uncontrolled basis. It is the user’s responsibility to ensure that the document being
used is current and includes any amendments issued since the date on the document.
EnergyAustralia offers a subscription service which provides for updates and
amendments to standards on payment of an annual fee.
Current network standards are also available on EnergyAustralia’s Internet site at
www.energy.com.au.
DISCLAIMER
This Standard has been developed using information available from field and other
sources and is suitable for most situations encountered in EnergyAustralia. Particular
conditions, projects or localities may require special or different practices. It is the
responsibility of all persons involved to ensure that a safe system of work is employed
and that statutory requirements are met.
EnergyAustralia will not accept any liability for work carried out to a superseded
standard. EnergyAustralia may not accept work carried out which is not in accordance
with current standard requirements.
EnergyAustralia’s standards are subject to ongoing review. It is possible that conflict
may exist between standard documents. In this event, the most recent standard is to
prevail.
INTERPRETATION
In the event that any user of this Standard considers that any of its provisions is
uncertain, ambiguous or otherwise in need of interpretation, the user should request
EnergyAustralia to clarify the provision. EnergyAustralia’s interpretation shall then
apply as though it were included in the Standard, and is final and binding. No
correspondence will be entered into with any person disputing the meaning of the
provision published in the Standard or the accuracy of EnergyAustralia’s
interpretation.
Network Standard NS 0129
Construction Standards for High Voltage

Cable Joints and Terminations
1 October 1997
CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION................................................................................... 1
2. RESPONSIBILITIES ............................................................................. 2
2.1 Clients ..................................................................................... 2
2.2 EnergyAustralia Representatives ............................................ 2
2.3 Electrical Safety Rules ............................................................ 2
2.4 Admittance to EnergyAustralia Premises ................................ 2
3. CONSTRUCTION OF UNDERGROUND TO OVERHEAD (UG/OH)
PILC CABLE TERMINATIONS.............................................................. 4
4. CONNECTION OF UNDERGROUND MULTI-CORE CABLE TO HV
ABC....................................................................................................... 8
4.1 HV ABC to Underground Cable Construction........................ 10
5. Suburban Type Transformer Cable Termination (HV1-20)................. 11
6. INDOOR COLDSHRINK TERMINATION, PAPER INSULATED
CABLES .............................................................................................. 12
7. OUTDOOR COLDSHRINK TERMINATION, PAPER INSULATED
CABLES .............................................................................................. 16
8. (Deleted by CIA 1170, 15 May 2001) .................................................. 18
9. INDOOR AND OUTDOOR SINGLE-CORE HEATSHRINK
TERMINATIONS, XLPE-INSULATED CABLES (HV1-27) .................. 19
9.1 General ................................................................................. 19
9.2 Special Requirements ........................................................... 20
10. TRANSFORMER HEATSHRINK TERMINATION SINGLE-CORE,
PAPER-INSULATED CABLES (HV1-28) ............................................ 26
11. POT END (LIVE END SEAL) HEATSHRINK TERMINATION SINGLE-
CORE, PAPER-INSULATED CABLES (HV1-35) ................................ 29
12. POT END (LIVE END SEAL) HEATSHRINK TERMINATION
MULTICORE, PAPER-INSULATED CABLES (HV1-36) ..................... 31
13. STRAIGHT THROUGH HEATSHRINK JOINT SINGLE-CORE,
PAPER-INSULATED CABLES (HV2-2) .............................................. 33
14. STRAIGHT THROUGH HEATSHRINK JOINT UP TO 300mm2
MULTICORE, PAPER-INSULATED CABLES (HV2-3) ....................... 35
14.1 Approved Heatshrink Joint Kits ............................................. 35
14.2 Core Connectors ................................................................... 35
14.3 Earth Continuity..................................................................... 36
14.4 Stripping Dimensions ............................................................ 37
14.5 Other Requirements .............................................................. 37
15. STRAIGHT THROUGH HEATSHRINK JOINT MULTICORE, PAPER-
INSULATED CABLES 300 TO 500mm2 (HV2-4) ................................ 39
15.2 Core Connectors ................................................................... 39
16. THREE-TO-ONE HEATSHRINK TRANSITION JOINT PAPER-
INSULATED CABLES (HV2-5)............................................................ 42
16.2 Core Connectors ................................................................... 43
17. STRAIGHT THROUGH JOINT (STUB TEE) SCREENED AND
BELTED PAPER INSULATED MULTI-CORE CABLES (HV 2-72) .... 46
17.1 Core Connectors ................................................................... 46
17.2 Paper Insulation and Insulating Tapes .................................. 46
17.3 Stress Cones......................................................................... 47
17.6 Troughing-in of Completed Joints.......................................... 48
17.7 Commissioning of Joints........................................................ 48
18. LAY-ON TEE JOINTS FOR SCREENED AND BELTED PAPER
INSULATED CABLES ......................................................................... 53
18.1 Core Connectors ................................................................... 53
18.2 Paper Insulation and Insulating Tapes .................................. 53
18.3 Stress Cones......................................................................... 54
18.6 Troughing-in of Completed Joints.......................................... 55
18.7 Commissioning of Joints........................................................ 55
19. QUALITY OF WORK........................................................................... 61
19.1 Warranty and Public Liability ................................................. 61
20. STORES AND MATERIALS................................................................ 61
21. REFERENCES.................................................................................... 62
21.1 EnergyAustralia Drawings ..................................................... 62
21.2 Acts and Regulations ............................................................ 62
APPENDICES
A Cable Description Codes..................................................................... 63
B Installation Instruction HV 1-41 ........................................................... 65
C Installation Instruction HV 1-42 ........................................................... 75
D Installation Instruction HV 1-43 ........................................................... 86
E Installation Instruction HV 1-44 ........................................................... 98
1 1 October 1997
1. INTRODUCTION
This Network Standard specifies EnergyAustralia’s construction requirements

for High Voltage (HV) cable joints, terminations, and Underground to
Overhead (UG/OH) connections.
Although there are many types of HV joints, terminations and UGOH
connections on EnergyAustralia’s reticulation system, only the approved
construction standards currently in use are detailed in this document.
The requirements of this standard must always be adhered to. Any deviations
from this standard must be submitted to EnergyAustralia for approval prior to
being implemented.
In general, EnergyAustralia’s current policy provides for the contestability of
customer connections, recoverable works and some system augmentations.
Work on EnergyAustralia’s supply system can only be performed by
accredited contractors. Details of the accreditation procedure may be obtained
from any of EnergyAustralia’s Customer Service centres.
This Network Standard should be read in conjunction with EnergyAustralia’s
documents NS 0127 - Specification for Low Voltage Cable Joints and
Terminations and NS 0130 - Specification for Underground Cable Laying for
URD.
Construction details for joints, terminations, and UG/OH connections which
are not covered in this standard should be sought from EnergyAustralia as
required.
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2. RESPONSIBILITIES
2.1 Clients
It is the responsibility of clients to ensure that only accredited personnel are
engaged on the design and construction of electricity reticulation installations.
The construction of electricity reticulation installations undertaken by clients

must be managed by accredited Project Managers.
2.2 EnergyAustralia Representatives

A representative will be appointed by EnergyAustralia for each project
undertaken by accredited contractors. The representatives will be responsible
for organising audits and will act as liaison between the Client and
EnergyAustralia.
Audits will be carried out either progressively or at the completion of the work
depending on the specific requirements of each project.
2.3 Electrical Safety Rules

All accredited personnel will be required to be appropriately trained for the
work concerned, and will need to have a thorough knowledge of
EnergyAustralia’s Electrical Safety Rules. In particular, they shall have a full
understanding of the procedures and documentation associated with Equipping
Permits and high and low voltage access permits before they commence work
on any part of EnergyAustralia’s reticulation system.
EnergyAustralia’s Electrical Safety Rules are designed to ensure compliance

with the Electrical (Worker’s Safety) Regulation 1992, which applies to all
work on high and low voltage electrical apparatus or near exposed high
voltage conductors and to persons who enter electrical stations or generating
stations. The regulation applies to people employed by electricity supply
authorities, customers taking supply at high voltage, electrical contractors and
accredited contractors working on electrical apparatus, and to any other
employee or person including visitors.
2.4 Admittance to EnergyAustralia Premises

Admission to EnergyAustralia’s premises is granted to accredited contractors
only under EnergyAustralia’s supervision and at the accredited contractors’
cost under the following conditions:
• EnergyAustralia does not hold itself responsible to the accredited

contractor or anyone claiming through the accredited contractor in respect
of any loss, damage or injury which may be suffered or received during or
arising from their presence upon EnergyAustralia’s premises or any part
thereof or any other premises or works connected therewith.
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• The accredited contractor accepts all risks involved in making any visit to
the said premises and works whether there are concealed dangers or
otherwise and whether such dangers are known to EnergyAustralia or not.
• EnergyAustralia does not guarantee that the premises or works are free
from concealed dangers or risks.
• EnergyAustralia shall not be liable for or be bound by any of the liabilities

or duties to or by which it would otherwise be liable or bound under the
law relating to the liability and/or responsibility of an owner or occupier of
premises to or in relation to licensees and/or invitees.
• Accredited contractors agree to safeguard any person who may accompany

them or be under their control or direction and shall acquaint any such
person with the terms upon which admission is granted by EnergyAustralia
to its premises or work sites.
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3. CONSTRUCTION OF UNDERGROUND TO OVERHEAD

(UG/OH) PILC CABLE TERMINATIONS
This specification provides the requirements for the construction of 11kV

underground-to-overhead (UG/OH) PILC cable terminations. This
specification should be read in conjunction with the installation instructions
for Outdoor Coldshrink Terminations.
There are two types of 11kV underground-to-overhead (UG/OH) PILC cable
terminations, they are the Type K2 and Type K3.
The Type K2 UG/OH is a single core cable termination used for terminating
500 mm2 multicore cables by first trifurcating the multicore cable
approximately 3 metres away from the foot of the UG/OH pole; or when a
UG/OH termination is to be constructed within 25 metres of the substation it is
supplying. The Type K3 UG/OH is for terminating multicore cables less than
500 mm2.
The construction of pole mounted 11kV underground-to-overhead (UG/OH)

cable terminations must be completed to the requirements of Drawing 62103
11kV Underground to Overhead (UG/OH) Construction for Single Core PILC
Cables Type K2 for single core cables and Drawing 119643 11kV
Underground to Overhead (UG/OH) Construction for Multicore PILC Cables
Type K3 for multicore cables. Copies of these drawings are included in this
Standard. Larger prints may be obtained from EnergyAustralia.
The cables must be erected on the side of the pole away from oncoming traffic
(except if the mains terminate on the traffic side of the pole, or there are
problems such as a driveway or underground obstructions).
The cable shall not be bent tighter than the manufacturer’s specified minimum
internal bending radius, both during installation and after it has been set in
position.
The erection and termination of the cable on the pole should be completed
together wherever possible to minimise the number of outages required.
Where it is intended to terminate the UG/OH cable at a later date, the cable
should:
• Be cut long enough to allow construction of the termination at the correct

height. This would normally require the cable to extend 300mm above the
UG/OH support bracket. Above ground joints on UG/OH cables are not
allowed.
• Be shorted and sealed in accordance with the requirements of NS 0130 -
Specification for Underground Cable Laying
• Be securely saddled to the pole. The cable should not be coiled or
excessively bent - refer to the manufacturer’s specification for minimum
internal bending radius.
• Have sufficient electrical clearance from the overhead mains if these mains
are intended to be energised before the cable termination is completed.
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Drawings 62103 and 119643 provide an alternative arrangement for UG/OH

terminations which involves using polymeric surge arresters to provide
protection against electrical surges as well as mechanical support for the
terminated cores. This arrangement must be used wherever possible.
Where an earth fault indicator (EFI) is required to be installed on UG/OH
cable, the pole must be appropriately dressed to suit the current transformer
(CT) before the cable is erected on the pole. Mounting and wiring details for
the CT and EFI will be provided by EnergyAustralia as required.
The earth down lead must be kept clear of all metalwork, braces, coach
screws, etc, on the pole.
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4. CONNECTION OF UNDERGROUND MULTI-CORE CABLE

TO HV ABC
This specification provides the requirements for constructing connection

points between underground cables and overhead aerial bundled cables (HV
TYPICAL HV ABC TO UNDERGROUND CABLE CONSTRUCTION
ABC).
Figure 3.1 Front View of HV ABC to underground cable construction

The construction of pole mounted 11kV underground-to-overhead (UG/OH)
multicore cable terminations type K3 must be completed to the requirements
of Section 3 of this Network Standard.
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Figure 3.2 Side view of HV ABC to underground cable construction
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4.1 HV ABC to Underground Cable Construction

Item Description Stockcode Drawing
1 Helically split tube 1 m long (note 2) 71290
2 Copper link plate 56937
3 19/2.00 GI preformed termination -
4 Clevis thimble for GI catenary -
5 M20 eyebolt with link plate-length to suit - A3-13837
6 Pole cap - A2-21852
7 Plastic coated steel cable ties -
2
8 Copper crimp link 35 mm 57091
2
120 mm 57158
2
9 Screen bonding cable 35 mm 59535
2
120 mm 60111
10 Bimetallic earthing tee clamp 91165
11 Split bolt clamp type C 61374 18908
12 UGOH mounting bracket 66365 A1-62011
13 Cantilever standoff insulator 11kV 90225
2
14 ABC heatshrink termination 11 kV 35 mm 74252
2
120 mm 74260
2
15 Compression lug (bimetallic) 35 mm 58347
2
120 mm 58321
16 M12 x 35 SS bolt and nut 45021
17 M12 flat and spring washers 49429,
143859
18 Termination plate (item 3 on drawing) 91132 A2-116989
19 UG cable heatshrink termination 11 kV -
20 Earth-wire (19/2.00 Cu) -
2
21 Support assy of ABC suspension clamp 35 mm 63040
2
120 mm 63016
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5. SUBURBAN TYPE TRANSFORMER CABLE

TERMINATION (HV1-20)
Note: Heatshrink glands must not be used on gland entry transformers, as

there are no suitable heatshrink glands currently available for an oil
vapour environment. Brass glands must be used, in accordance with
the following diagram.
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6. INDOOR COLDSHRINK TERMINATION, PAPER

INSULATED CABLES
This specification provides the requirements for constructing coldshrink

pressure sealing terminations on indoor 11kV single core and multicore paper
insulated, screened, metal sheathed, polymeric oversheathed cables.
The design of this termination is such that it is capable of withstanding high
internal pressures.
Only personnel who have been trained and assessed as being competent in the
installation of 3M pressure rated coldshrink terminations can install these
terminations. Either EnergyAustralia or 3M can perform this training.
Approved Coldshrink Kits

Currently, the only approved supplier of coldshrink pressure sealing
termination kits suitable for this application is 3M, in accordance with the
technical kit specification for the stockcodes listed below. Other coldshrink
pressure sealing termination kit designs or other suppliers for similar designs
must not be used unless specifically approved by EnergyAustralia.
Earthing kits for single core cables are progressively being incorporated in the
termination kits. Contact 3M on 1300 363 787 if the earthing kits have not
been supplied.
Coldshrink Kit Description Coldshrink Kit

Stockcode No.
3 x single core indoor coldshrink termination kit
(including earthing) suitable for 11 kV 95mm² - 185mm²
paper insulated, screened, lead sheathed, polymeric 175341
oversheathed cables –
3M’s part number EAIT-11-1C-P-S-95/185
3 x single core indoor coldshrink termination kit
(including earthing) suitable for 11 kV 240mm² - 300mm²
paper insulated, screened, lead sheathed, polymeric 175343
3M’s part number EAIT-11-1C-P-S-240/300
Multicore indoor coldshrink termination kit (including
earthing) suitable for 11kV 95 mm² paper insulated,
screened, lead sheathed, polymeric oversheathed cables - 175883
3M's part number EAIT-11-3C-P-S-95
Multicore indoor coldshrink termination kit (including
earthing) suitable for 11kV 185 mm² - 300 mm² paper
insulated, screened, lead sheathed, polymeric 175884
3M's part number EAIT-11-3C-P-S-185/300
Cable Lugs
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The lugs used can be of the sweated type or the compression type. In either
case, the lugs must have sealed palms and barrels (except for the cable entry
end). Compression lugs must be installed in strict compliance with the
manufacture’s recommendations for crimping dies, and the number and
position of crimps.
EnergyAustralia’s stockcodes of approved lugs are provided in the table
below.
Stockcode of Crimp Lugs for Indoor Terminations

Cable Size Copper Cables Aluminium Cables
95 mm² 175531 H102442
185 mm² 175532 57927
240 mm² 175533 H107706
300 mm² 175534 57687
Requirements
The following requirements must be satisfied when constructing coldshrink
pressure sealing terminations:
• The cables must not be bent tighter than the manufacturers’ specified
minimum bending radii during the termination process or after they have
been set in position.
• The termination shall be constructed in accordance with the installation

instruction supplied in the termination kit. The installation instruction
supplied is Version 1, dated 12th April 2001. Refer to Appendix B for
single core cables and Appendix D for multicore cables.
• No jagged edges shall be left on terminated screen papers.
• Paper insulation must be tested for moisture. If moisture is found, the

relevant EnergyAustralia representative must be immediately notified.
• Tapes will be applied over the lug barrels and the cable metal sheath to
prevent water entry into the termination area. These areas must be properly
cleaned and degreased before the tapes are applied..
• The design of multicore terminations incorporates the use of resin to

provide for a high cable operating pressure. This resin is best applied using
a resin gun. So, it is highly recommended that a resin gun be used to inject
resin into the cable crotch. This gun can be obtained from
EnergyAustralia’s Logistics Branch on stockcode 175885 or purchased
directly from 3M (Part No. E4 Resin Gun).
• Coldshrink tubings must be properly and evenly shrunk and must be free of
voids.
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• Restriction tape is used to improve the pressure sealing abilities of the

termination. This tape does not stretch and will break if over tensioned.
Avoid creasing when applying this tape.
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Earth Fault Indicator (EFI) CT Support Bracket

Some of the designs for indoor heatshrink terminations utilised wiped copper
bangles for earthing of the cable sheaths. These bangles were also used to
support EFI CTs where appropriate. The new coldshrink termination design
incorporates the use of roll springs and copper braids for earthing, but is not
suitable for supporting the EFI CTs. To support the EFI CT, a cable mounting
bracket is installed on each of the outer single core cables, with the EFI CT
resting on top of the mounting brackets (refer to Figure 1 below). The cable
mounting brackets are available on stockcode 177066 for 95 mm2 PILC
cables, and stockcode 177067 for 185 mm2 to 300 mm2 PILC cables.
Endbox
(if applicble)
80mm below the gland

plate of the cable endbox
100mm below the outer

Silicon Tubing for terminations
in free air (no end box)
Upper oversheath cut
100mm min
EFI CT
EFI CT
Mounting arrangement
bracket if required
Cable Oversheath
To Main
Earthing Point
Figure 1 - EFI CT Arrangement If Required
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7. OUTDOOR COLDSHRINK TERMINATION, PAPER

INSULATED CABLES
This specification provides the requirements for constructing coldshrink

pressure sealing terminations on outdoor 11kV single core and multicore
paper insulated, screened, metal sheathed, polymeric oversheathed cables.
This specification should be read inconjuction with Section 4 (construction of
UG/OH Multicore Cable Termination Type K3) and Construction of UG/OH
Single Core Cable Termination Type K2 of NS 0129 Construction Standards
for HV Cable Joints and Terminations.
The design of this termination is such that it is capable of withstanding high
internal pressures.
Only personnel who have been trained and assessed as being competent in the
installation of 3M pressure rated coldshrink terminations can install these
terminations. Either EnergyAustralia or 3M can perform this training.
Approved Coldshrink Kits

Currently, the only approved supplier of coldshrink pressure sealing
termination kits suitable for this application is 3M, in accordance with the
technical kit specification for the stockcodes listed below. Other coldshrink
pressure sealing termination kit designs or other suppliers for similar designs
must not be used unless specifically approved by EnergyAustralia.
Earthing kits for single core cables are progressively being incorporated in the
termination kits. Contact 3M on 1300 363 787 if the earthing kits have not
been supplied.
Coldshrink Kit Description Kit Stockcode No.

3 x single core outdoor coldshrink termination kit (including
earthing) suitable for 11 kV 95mm² - 185mm² paper insulated,
screened, lead sheathed, polymeric oversheathed cables – 175342
3M’s part number EAOT-11-1C-P-S-95/185
3 x single core outdoor coldshrink termination kit (including
earthing) suitable for 11 kV 240mm² - 300mm² paper
insulated, screened, lead sheathed, polymeric oversheathed 175344
cables –
3M’s part number EAOT-11-1C-P-S-240/300
Multicore outdoor coldshrink termination kit (including
earthing) suitable for 11kV 95 mm² paper insulated, screened,
lead sheathed, polymeric oversheathed cables - 175881
3M's part number EAOT-11-3C-P-S-95
Multicore outdoor coldshrink termination kit (including
earthing) suitable for 11kV 185 mm² - 300 mm² paper
insulated, screened, lead sheathed, polymeric oversheathed 175882
cables -
3M's part number EAOT-11-3C-P-S-185/300
Cable Lugs
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end). Compression lugs must be installed in strict compliance with the
manufacture’s recommendations for crimping dies, and the number and
position of crimps.
EnergyAustralia’s stockcodes of approved lugs are provided in the table
below.
Stockcode of Crimp Lugs for Outdoor Terminations

Cable Size Copper Cables Aluminium Cables
95 mm² 151050 H102442
185 mm² 90183 57927
240 mm² H95901 H107706
300 mm² 57695 57687
Requirements
The following requirements must be satisfied when constructing coldshrink
pressure sealing terminations:
• The cables must not be bent tighter than the manufacturers’ specified
minimum bending radii during the termination process or after they have
• The termination shall be constructed in accordance with the installation

instruction supplied in the termination kit. The installation instruction
supplied is Version 1, dated 12th April 2001. Refer to Appendix C for
single core cables and Appendix E for multicore cables.
• Paper insulation must be tested for moisture. If moisture is found, the

relevant EnergyAustralia representative must be immediately notified.
• Tapes will be applied over the lug barrels and the cable metal sheath to
prevent water entry into the termination area. These areas must be properly
cleaned and degreased before the tapes are applied.
• The design of multicore terminations incorporates the use of resin to

provide for a high cable operating pressure. This resin is best applied using
a resin gun. So, it is highly recommended that a resin gun be used to inject
resin into the cable crotch. This gun can be obtained from
EnergyAustralia’s Logistics Branch on stockcode 175885 or purchased
directly from 3M (Part No. E4 Resin Gun).
• Coldshrink tubings must be properly and evenly shrunk and must be free of
voids.
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• Restriction tape is used to improve the pressure sealing abilities of the

termination. This tape does not stretch and will break if over tensioned.
Avoid creasing when applying this tape.
• The earth braids used on outdoor terminations must be covered. All new
earthing kits will be supplied with covered earth braids, in the interim the
earth braids in the existing earthing kits must be covered with VM tape.
8. (DELETED BY CIA 1170, 15 MAY 2001)
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9. INDOOR AND OUTDOOR SINGLE-CORE HEATSHRINK

TERMINATIONS, XLPE-INSULATED CABLES (HV1-27)
This specification provides the requirements for terminating 11 kV XLPE

insulated wire screened single-core cables for indoor and outdoor applications.
9.1 General
This termination design is not suitable for installation in environments subject
to transformer oil or heavy transformer oil vapour contamination, such as
inside oil transformer tanks.
Current approved suppliers of heatshrink termination kits suitable for this
application are Raychem and Sigmaform, in accordance with the technical kit
specifications for the stockcodes listed below. Other termination kit designs or
other suppliers for similar designs must not be used unless specifically
approved by EnergyAustralia.
Table 1 Termination Kits and LV Heatshrink Tubing
STOCKCODES
Cable size Termination Termination kit LV Bimetal
type stockcode Heatshrink Crimp lug
tubing
35 mm2 Indoor 74278 60186 58347
Outdoor 74252 60186 58347
120 mm2 Indoor 74286 60186 58321

Outdoor 74260 60186 58321
630 mm2 Indoor 60038 60319 -

Outdoor 60053 60319 -
The termination construction details, including stripping dimensions for the

approved Raychem and Sigmaform termination kits are shown in figures 8.1
to 8.5.
The cable connectors used can be of the sweated type or the compression type.
In either case, the connectors must be of the sealed type to safeguard against
the ingress of moisture into the core conductors. The barrel of the connectors
must be long enough to allow the outer heatshrink tubing of the termination to
overlap them by a minimum of 30mm on 35mm2 cables and 60mm on
120mm2 and larger cables.
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Compression type connectors must be installed in strict compliance with the

manufacturer’s recommendations for crimping dies, and the number and
position of crimps.
The following requirements must be satisfied when constructing heatshrink
cable terminations on XLPE cables:
• The termination kit contents and the prepared cable ends must be kept free
of foreign matter, and must not be damaged during the termination process
• Cables must not be bent tighter than their manufacturers’ specified

minimum bending radii, either during the termination process or after they
have been set in position.
• The insulation semi-con shall be neatly terminated. Special care must be

taken to ensure that the XLPE insulation is not damaged while removing
the semi-con.
• Cable connectors must be preheated prior to installation
• All components involved in the termination (including cable components)

which will come into contact with either mastic tape or adhesive sealants
must be thoroughly cleaned prior to the application of such sealing agents.
Cleaning must only be done using lint-free cloth.
• Heatshrink tubings must be properly and evenly shrunk, free of voids, and
must not be damaged due to overheating. Heatshrink components with
adhesive sealant coatings must provide effective sealing against moisture
ingress when installed
• The specified stripping dimensions must be adhered to.
9.2 Special Requirements

The Electricity Reticulation Designer will specify the type of cable connector
to be used on the terminations, and the earth screens termination requirements.
If EFI CTs (Earth Fault Indicator Current Transformers) are required, two
additional rain-sheds (stockcode 141564) per phase will be required to support
the CT (see Detail C of Figure 8.1). (These rain-sheds are larger than the
standard termination rain-sheds included in the termination kit.)
If the wire screens are not required to be earthed LV heatshrink tubings are
used (see Detail B of Figure 8.1). EFI CTs must not be installed where the
wire screens are not earthed.
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connector
Figure 8.1 Special Construction Requirements
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Cable Components
1 Conductor
* 2 XPLE Insulation
3 Semiconducting
Screen
4 Wire Screens
Note: where earthing of
wire screens is not
required, see Detail B of
Figure 8.1 for details of
wire screen termination.
5 Polymeric Sheath
Heatshrink Kit
Components
6 Mastic Tape (red)
7 Non-tracking,
weather resistant
tubing (red)
8 Stress control
tubing (black)
9 Void-filling Tape
(yellow)
*Refer to Clause 8.1 for

details
Figure 8.2 Construction requirements for approved Raychem

Indoor XLPE Cable Terminations
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Cable Components
1 Conductor
2 XPLE Insulation
*
3 Semiconducting Screen
4 Wire Screens
Note: where earthing of wire screens
is not required, see Detail B of
Figure 8.1 for details of wire screen
termination.
5 Polymeric Sheath
Heatshrink Kit Components

6 Mastic Tape (red)
7 Non-tracking, weather
resistant tubing (red)
8 Stress control tubing
(black)
9 Void filling Tape (yellow)
10 Rain-shed
*Refer to Clause 8.1 for details
Figure 8.3 Construction requirements for approved

Raychem outdoor XLPE Cable Terminations
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Cable Components
1 Conductor
*
2 XPLE Insulation
3 Semiconducting
Screen
4 Wire Screens
Note: where earthing of
wire screens is not
required, see Detail B of
Figure 8.1 for details of
wire screen
termination.
5 Polymeric Sheath
Heatshrink Kit
Components
6 Mastic Tape (red)
7 Non-tracking,
weather resistant
tubing (red)
8 Stress control
tubing (black)
*Refer to clause 8.1 for

details

Sigmaform Indoor XLPE Cable Terminations
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Cable Components
1 Conductor
* 2 XPLE Insulation
3 Semiconducting Screen
4 Wire Screens
Note: where earthing of wire screens is not required,
see Detail B of Figure 8.1 for details of wire screen
termination.
5 Polymeric Sheath
Heatshrink Kit Components

6 Mastic Tape (red)
7 Non-tracking, weather resistant tubing
(red)
8 Stress control tubing (black)
9 Rainshet
*Refer to clause 8.1 for details

Sigmaform Outdoor XLPE Cable Terminations
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10. TRANSFORMER HEATSHRINK TERMINATION

SINGLE-CORE, PAPER-INSULATED CABLES (HV1-28)
This specification provides the details for a heatshrink termination on 11 kV

95mm2, single-core, paper-insulated, metal-sheathed cables.
The termination is suitable for installation above the oil inside the tank of
gland-entry transformers.
Currently, the only approved supplier of heatshrink termination kits suitable
for this application is Raychem, in accordance with the technical kit
specification for the stockcode listed below. Other termination kit designs or
HEATSHRINK KIT HEATSHRINK KIT

DESCRIPTION STOCKCODE NO.
3 x single core cable heatshrink
terminations suitable for 95mm2 157081
screened paper insulated cables
The termination construction details, including stripping dimensions for the

approved Raychem termination kit are shown in figure 9.1.
end). The barrels of the lugs must be long enough to allow the outer heatshrink
tubing of the termination to overlap them by a minimum of 50mm.
Compression lugs must be installed in strict compliance with the
manufacturer’s recommendations for crimping dies, and the number and
position of crimps.
CABLE SIZE STOCKCODE OF CRIMP

LUGS FOR COPPER CABLES
95mm2 151050

cable terminations inside transformer tanks.
of foreign matter, and must not be damaged during the termination process.
• The transformer oil must not be contaminated with foreign matter during
the termination process.
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• The cables and their individual cores must not be bent tighter than the
manufacturers’ specified minimum bending radii, either during the
termination process or after they have been set in position.
• No jagged edges shall be left on terminated screen papers
• Lugs must be preheated prior to installation

must be thoroughly cleaned prior to the application of such sealing agents.
ingress when installed.
• The outer heatshrink tubing must overlap the barrel of the lug by a
minimum of 50mm
• The specified stripping dimensions must be adhered to.
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Cable Components
1 Conductor
2 Paper Insulation
3 Screen Papers
4 Lead Sheath
Kit Components
5 Void-filling Tape
(yellow)
6 Non-tracking, oil
resistant tubing
7 Stress Control
Tubing
Other Components
8 Lug
Abrade metal sheath before installing outer tubing
Figure 9.1 Raychem Heatshrink Termination for

installation inside transformer tanks
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This jointing instruction specifies the requirements for a pot end (live end
seal) termination on 11 kV, single-core, paper-insulated, screened, metal
sheathed, polymeric oversheathed cables.
Currently, the only approved supplier of heatshrink termination kits suitable
for this application is Raychem, in accordance with the technical kit
specification for the stockcode listed below. Other termination kit designs or
HEATSHRINK KIT DESCRIPTION HEATSHRINK KIT

STOCKCODE NO.
1 single core cable heatshrink pot end (live
seal) suitable for 185 mm2 screened paper 152116
insulated cables
1 single core cable heatshrink pot end (live
insulated cables
The pot end construction details, including stripping dimensions for the
approved Raychem termination kits are shown in figures 10.1.
Figure 10.1 Stripping dimensions for approved Raychem Pot end

Termination kits

cable pot ends:
• The cable must not be bent tighter than its manufacturers’ specified
minimum bending radius, either during the termination process or after it
has been set in position.
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must be thoroughly cleaned prior to the application of these sealing agents.
• The outer heatshrink tubing must overlap the cable oversheath by a

minimum of 100 mm
• The specified stripping dimensions must be adhered to
• The completed termination must be allowed to cool before applying

mechanical load to it
Figure 10.2 Completed View of Single Core

Cable Pot End Terminations
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MULTICORE, PAPER-INSULATED CABLES (HV1-36)
This specification provides the requirements for a pot end (live end seal)
termination on 11 kV, multicore, paper-insulated, screened, metal sheathed,
polymeric oversheathed cables.
Currently, the only approved supplier of heatshrink kits suitable for this
application is Raychem, in accordance with the technical kit specification for
the stockcode listed below. Other kit designs or other suppliers for similar
designs must not be used unless specifically approved by EnergyAustralia.
HEATSHRINK KIT DESCRIPTION HEATSHRINK KIT

STOCKCODE NO.
1 multicore cable heatshrink pot end (live end
insulated cables
insulated cables
insulated cables
The pot end construction details, including stripping dimensions for the
approved Raychem termination kits are shown in figure 11.1.
Armour (if any) Metal Screen Paper

Sheath Papers Insulation
Figure 11.1 Stripping Dimensions

cable pot ends:
• The cable cores must not be bent tighter than the manufacturers’ specified
minimum bending radii, either during the termination process or after it has
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must be thoroughly cleaned prior to the application of these sealing agents.
• The outer heatshrink tubing must overlap the cable oversheath by a

minimum of 100 mm
• The specified stripping dimensions must be adhered to
• The completed termination must be allowed to cool before applying

mechanical load to it.
Figure 11.2 Completed Pot End Termination on Multicore Cable
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13. STRAIGHT THROUGH HEATSHRINK JOINT

This specification provides the requirements for a straight through heatshrink

joint on 11 kV single-core, paper-insulated, screened, metal-sheathed,
polymeric oversheathed cables.
Currently, the only approved supplier of heatshrink straight through joint kits
suitable for this application is Raychem, in accordance with the technical kit
specification for the stockcodes listed below. Other joint kit designs or other
suppliers for similar designs must not be used unless specifically approved by
EnergyAustralia.
STOCKCODE NO.
Heatshrink Kit Heatshrink Copper Aluminium
Description Kit Compression Compression
Links Links
1 single core cable
heatshrink straight 90316 150268-95mm2 −
through joint kit suitable 57141-120 mm2
for screened paper 150250-185 mm2
insulated cables in the
size range 95-185 mm2
1 single core cable
heatshrink straight 148155 80929 148320
through joint kit suitable
for 300 mm2 screened
paper insulated cables
The stripping dimensions and construction details of the joint shall be strictly
in accordance with Raychem’s installation specification. Heatshrink tubings
referred to by Raychem as “compression sleeves” are not used by
EnergyAustralia and so they will not be supplied in the above kits.
The outer tubing of 300 mm2 cable joint kits shall be replaced with a
reinforced wrap-around sleeve (stockcode 148395) for all joints which are
made in pits within the Sydney CBD, and for joints made in pits outside the
Sydney CBD where they would be subject to regular disturbance.
The connector material shall match the conductor material on which to be
used; i.e. for copper cables the connectors shall be copper, and for aluminium
cables the connectors shall be aluminium. For transition joints from copper to
aluminium, the connectors shall be of the bi-metal type. For size transition
joints the connectors shall match both the transition sizes and the conductor
materials. All connectors shall be of the blocked type. Where compression
connectors are used, they shall be installed strictly in accordance with the
manufacturer’s specification for crimping dies, number of crimps, and position
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of crimps. Installed connectors shall not diminish either the load current
carrying capacity or the fault current carrying capacity of the jointed cables.
Joints shall have tinned copper sheath continuity braids installed with earth
fault current capacities matching those of the cables being jointed. The
minimum cross sectional area of the braids shall be:
• 25mm2 for 95mm2 , 120 mm2 , and 185 mm2 cables; and
• 30mm2 for 300mm2 cables
Installed sheath continuity braids shall not limit the earth fault rating of the
jointed cables.
straight through joints:
• The joint kit contents and the prepared cable ends must be kept free of
foreign matter, and must not be damaged during the termination process.
• All metal sheath terminations must be belled
minimum bending radii during the jointing process. The completed joint
and the first 500mm of each associated cable must be straight when set in
position.
• All components involved in the joint (including cable components) which

will come into contact with either mastic tape or adhesive sealants must be
thoroughly cleaned and degreased prior to the application of these sealing
agents. Cleaning must only be done using lint-free cloth.
• The outer heatshrink tubing (and the reinforced wrap-around sleeve where
used) must overlap the cable oversheaths by a minimum of 100 mm each.
• The completed joint must be allowed to cool down before applying

Figure 12.1 Completed 11 kV heatshrink straight through joint on single-

core, paper-insulated screened, metal-sheathed cables.
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14. STRAIGHT THROUGH HEATSHRINK JOINT UP TO 300mm2

MULTICORE, PAPER-INSULATED CABLES (HV2-3)
This specification provides the requirements for straight-through heatshrink

joints on 11kV multi-core paper insulated, screened, metal sheathed,
polymeric oversheathed, armoured and unarmoured cables. The design of the
joints covered by this specification is only suitable for cables up to 300 mm2
in cross sectional area. For joints on 300-500mm2 cables, refer to the relevant
section of this Network Standard.
14.1 Approved Heatshrink Joint Kits

Currently, the only approved supplier of heatshrink straight-through joint kits
suitable for this application is Raychem, in accordance with the technical kit
specification for the stockcodes listed below. Other joint kit designs or other
suppliers for similar designs must not be used unless specifically approved by
EnergyAustralia.
STOCKCODE NO.
Heatshrink Kit Description Special Standard
Heatshrink Kit Heatshrink Kit
(See Note 1) (See Note 2)
1 multi-core cable heatshrink
straight-through joint kit suitable − 109496
for screened paper insulated cables
in the size range 50-95 mm2
1 multi-core cable heatshrink
straight-through joint kit suitable 148312 148304
for screened paper insulated cables
in the size range 185 - 300 mm2
Notes: 1. The special kit has a re-enforced wrap-around outer sleeve for
environmental protection in lieu of the standard tubular
sleeves. It shall be used in pits and other open space
installations where joints are likely to be physically disturbed
and/or where they are not given adequate side support.
2. The standard kit has two tubular outer sleeves for environmental
protection. It shall be used where joints are intended to be
buried, and in open space installations where joints are given
adequate side support and where they are not likely to be
physically disturbed while in service.
14.2 Core Connectors

Certain mechanical connectors were under evaluation at the time of preparing
this Standard. Where mechanical connectors are intended to be used, they
shall be submitted to EnergyAustralia first for approval.
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Sweated type connectors shall be made of high conductivity copper. They

shall be tinned and suitable for the cable size(s) to be jointed.
For compression type connectors, the connector material shall match the
conductor material on which they are used; ie for copper cables the connectors
shall be copper, and for aluminium cables the connectors shall be aluminium.
For transition joints from copper to aluminium, the connectors shall be of the
bi-metal type. For size transition joints the connectors shall match both the
transition sizes and the conductor materials. Where compression connectors
are used, they shall be installed strictly in accordance with the manufacturer’s
specification for crimping dies, number of crimps, and position of crimps.
Jointed cores shall be of the same length (ie. bird-caging of cores will not be
accepted).
Installed connectors shall maintain the load current carrying capacity of the
jointed cores.
EnergyAustralia’s stockcodes of approved connectors are provided in the table
below.
STOCKCODES NO.
Cable Size Sweated Weak- Copper Aluminium
Back Ferules Compression Compression
Links Links
50 mm2 − 57174 −
2
95 mm 63818 150268 −
185 mm2 63826 150250 −
240 mm2 − − −
2
300 mm 63834 80929 148320
14.3 Earth Continuity

The metal sheaths of jointed cables shall be made continuous by joining them
with tinned copper braids of the appropriate size. The installed braids on each
joint shall collectively have a 1 second earth fault current carrying capacity
matching that of the cables being jointed. Where the cables being jointed vary
in size, the larger cable shall be used to determine the appropriate size of
braids to be used.
The minimum total cross sectional area of the copper braids used shall be:
43 mm2 for 95 mm2 multi-core cables;
62 mm2 for 185 mm2 multi-core cables;
72 mm2 for 240 mm2 multi-core cables; and
85 mm2 for 300 mm2 multi-core cables.
Tinned copper braids shall be attached either by wiping or by means of
approved mechanical connectors. Installed sheath continuity braids shall not
limit the earth fault rating of the jointed cables.
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14.4 Stripping Dimensions

The stripping dimensions and construction details of the joint shall be strictly
in accordance with Raychem’s installation specification. Where jointing space
is restricted, the stripping dimensions for cables in the size range 185 - 300
mm2 may be reduced to the minimum dimensions shown in the sketch below.
These dimensions must only be used where jointing space is restricted.
Where a joint involves cables of different sizes, the larger cable shall be on the
longer side of the joint.
Figure 13.1 Reduced Stripping Dimensions for

185mm2-300mm2 joints only
14.5 Other Requirements

straight-through joints:
foreign matter, and must not be damaged during the jointing process.
• All metal sheaths terminations must be belled.
and the first 500 mm of each associated cable must be straight when set in
position.

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• The outer heatshrink tubings (and the reinforced wrap-around sleeve where
Where standard heatshrink kits are used, the outer tubular sleeves must
overlap each other by a minimum of 100 mm.

Figure 13.2 Completed joint with tubular sleeves
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15. STRAIGHT THROUGH HEATSHRINK JOINT MULTICORE,

PAPER-INSULATED CABLES 300 TO 500mm2 (HV2-4)
This specification provides the requirements for straight-through heatshrink joints on

11kV multi-core paper insulated, screened, metal sheathed, polymeric oversheathed,
armoured and unarmoured cables. The design of the joint covered by this
specification is only suitable for cables in the size range 300mm2-500mm2 in cross
sectional area. For joints on cables up to 300mm2 in cross sectional area, refer to the
relevant section of this Network Standard.

Currently, the only approved supplier of heatshrink straight through joint kits suitable
for this application is Tyco Electronics, in accordance with the technical kit
specification for the stockcode listed below. Other joint kit designs or other suppliers
for similar designs must not be used unless specifically approved by EnergyAustralia.
Heatshrink Kit Description Stockcode No.
of Heatshrink Kit
1 multi-core cable heatshrink straight through
joint kit suitable for screened paper insulated 152884*
cables in the size range 300 - 500 mm2
* The insulation shims included in the heatshrink kit (stockcode 152884) are
to be used on 500 mm2 cable when the step between the connector and the
core insulation is greater than 5 mm (see Figure 15.1). Three additional
shims will be required for a 500 mm2 to 500 mm2 straight through joint
and are available direct from Tyco Electronics by quoting Tyco
Electronics Part No AUST- SY114.
Figure 15.1 Straight Through Joint Compression Link

Certain mechanical connectors were under evaluation at the time of preparing this
Standard. Where mechanical connectors are intended to be used, they shall be
submitted to EnergyAustralia first for approval.
Sweated type connectors shall be made of high conductivity copper. They shall be
tinned and suitable for the cable size(s) to be jointed.
For compression type connectors, the connector material shall match the conductor
material on which they are used; ie for copper cables the connectors shall be copper,
and for aluminium cables the connectors shall be aluminium. For transition joints
from copper to aluminium, the connectors shall be of the bi-metal type. For size
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transition joints the connectors shall match both the transition sizes and the conductor
materials. Where compression connectors are used, they shall be installed strictly in
accordance with the manufacturer’s specification for crimping dies, number of
crimps, and position of crimps. Jointed cores shall be of the same length (ie. bird-
caging of cores will not be accepted).
Installed connectors shall maintain the load current carrying capacity of the jointed
cores.
EnergyAustralia’s stockcodes of approved connectors are provided in the table below.
Stockcodes No.
Cable Size Sweated Copper Aluminium Bimetal
Weak-Back Compression Compression Compression
Ferrules Links Links Links
300 mm2 63834 80929 148320 −
2
500 mm 63891 − 176372 −
500 mm2 Al - − − − 152603
300 mm2 Cu
The dimensions of the connectors to be used shall not exceed those specified in the
table below.
Maximum Connector Dimensions
Before Installation
Cable Size Diameter (mm) Length (mm)
300 36 190
500 48 190

The metal sheaths of jointed cables shall be made continuous by joining them with
tinned copper braids of the appropriate size. The installed braids on each joint shall
collectively have a 1 second earth fault current carrying capacity matching that of the
cables being jointed. Where the cables being jointed vary in size, the larger cable shall
be used to determine the appropriate size of braids to be used.
The minimum total cross sectional area of the copper braids used shall be:
85 mm2 for 300 mm2 multi-core cables; and
117 mm2 for 500 mm2 multi-core cables.
Tinned copper braids shall be attached either by wiping or by means of approved
mechanical connectors. Installed sheath continuity braids shall not limit the earth fault
rating of the jointed cables.

The stripping dimensions and construction details of the joint shall be strictly in
accordance with Raychem’s installation specification.
Where a joint involves cables of different sizes, the larger cable shall be on the longer
side of the joint.
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The following requirements must be satisfied when constructing heatshrink straight-
through joints:
position.
• The outer heatshrink tubings (and the reinforced wrap-around sleeve where
Where standard heatshrink kits are used, the outer tubular sleeves must
overlap each other by a minimum of 100 mm.
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16. THREE-TO-ONE HEATSHRINK TRANSITION JOINT

PAPER-INSULATED CABLES (HV2-5)
This specification provides the requirements for a transition joint from

multicore, paper-insulated, screened, metal sheathed, polymeric oversheathed,
armoured and unarmoured cabled to three single core, paper insulated,
screened, metal sheathed, polymeric oversheathed cables.
This design is suitable for cables up to 500 mm2 in cross sectional area.

Currently, the only approved supplier of heatshrink joint kits suitable for this
application is Tyco Electronics, in accordance with the technical kit specification for
the stockcodes listed below. Other joint kit designs or other suppliers for similar
designs must not be used unless specifically approved by EnergyAustralia.
Transition joint Heatshrink kit

from multicore to single-core Stockcode
2
185 mm 95 mm2 *
185 mm2 185 mm2 151290
2 2
300 mm 95 mm 151290**
2 2
300 mm 185 mm 151290
300 mm2 300 mm2 151290
2 2
500 mm 185 mm 152215 and 175804
2 2
500 mm 300 mm 152215
500 mm2 500 mm2 152215***
* Not a standard EnergyAustralia stock item. It may be purchased directly

from Tyco Electronics by quoting Tyco Electronics part number AUST-
SY81.
** Additional components are required for a 300mm2 to 95mm2 transition
joint and are available direct from Tyco Electronics by requesting the
following: Three BBIT 40/16-300/U red shim sleeves, and three OBTF-
35/12-300/U transparent barrier tubings. These transparent barrier
tubings must replace the barrier tubings supplied in the kit (stockcode
151290).
*** Three additional shims will be required for a 500mm2 to 500mm2
transition joint if the step between the connector and the core insulation
is greater than 5 mm. These shims are available direct from Tyco
Electronics by quoting Tyco Electronics part number AUST-SY114.
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Certain mechanical connectors were under evaluation at the time of preparing this
Standard. Where mechanical connectors are intended to be used, they shall be
submitted to EnergyAustralia first for approval.
Sweated type connectors shall be made of high conductivity copper. They shall be
tinned and suitable for the cable size(s) to be jointed.
For compression type connectors, the connector material shall match the conductor
material on which they are used; ie for copper cables the connectors shall be copper,
and for aluminium cables the connectors shall be aluminium. For transition joints
from copper to aluminium, the connectors shall be of the bi-metal type. For size
transition joints the connectors shall match both the transition sizes and the conductor
materials. Where compression connectors are used, they shall be installed strictly in
accordance with the manufacturer’s specification for crimping dies, number of
crimps, and position of crimps.
Installed connectors shall maintain the load current carrying capacity of the jointed
cores.
EnergyAustralia’s stockcodes of approved connectors are provided in the tables
below.
Stockcodes No.
Cable Size Sweated Weak- Copper Aluminium
Back Ferules Compression Compression
Links Links
95 mm2 63818 150268 −
2
185 mm 63826 150250 −
240 mm2 − − −
300 mm2 63834 80929 148320
2
500 mm 63891 − 176372
Cable Sizes Bimetal Compression Lugs for Size Transitions

Stockcode No.
185 mm2 Al - 185 mm2 Cu 57018
2 2
300 mm Al - 95 mm Cu Utilux No. H15424X11 (BK 300/95)*
2 2
300 mm Al - 185 mm Cu 56994
2 2
500 mm Al - 185 mm Cu Links included in heatshrink kit (stockcode 175804)
2 2
500 mm Al - 300 mm Cu 152603
* Other links may be used but must be submitted to EnergyAustralia for approval.
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The dimensions of the connectors to be used shall not exceed those specified in the
table below.
Maximum Connector dimensions (mm)
before installation
Cable Size Diameter Length
2
95 mm 28 140
185 mm2 36 190
2
300 mm 36 190
2
500 mm 48 190

The metal sheaths of the single core cables shall be made continuous with the metal
sheath of the multi-core cable by joining them with tinned copper braids of the
appropriate size. One tinned copper braid shall be used for each single core cable.
Each braid shall have a minimum 1 second earth fault rating equivalent to 1/3 the 1
second earth fault rating of the multi-core cable.
Tinned copper braids shall be attached to the metal sheath of single core cables using
the roll springs supplied in the kit. Attaching the tinned copper braids to the multi-
core cable shall be either by wiping or by means of approved mechanical connectors.
Installed sheath continuity braids shall not limit the earth fault rating of the jointed
cables.

The stripping dimensions and construction details of the joint shall be strictly in
accordance with Raychem’s installation specification.

The following requirements must be satisfied when constructing heatshrink straight-
through joints:
position.
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• The insulation shims included in the heatshrink kit for 500 mm2 cables are
to be used when the step between the connectors and the core insulation is
greater than 5 mm (See Figure 16.1).
Figure 16.1 Straight Through Joint Compression Connector.
• The outer tubular heatshrink tubings must overlap each other and the cable
oversheaths by a minimum of 100 mm each.
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17. STRAIGHT THROUGH JOINT (STUB TEE) SCREENED

AND BELTED PAPER INSULATED MULTI-CORE CABLES
(HV 2-72)
This specification provides the requirements for constructing straight through taped
joints (stub tee) on paper insulated, screened or belted, metal sheathed, polymeric
oversheathed, armoured and unarmoured cables.

The cable connectors shall be of the sweated type (ie. weak back ferrules).
Mechanical connectors may be used, however they shall be submitted to
EnergyAustralia first for approval.
Cable Sizes Stockcode of weak-Back Ferrule

2
185-185 mm UFO 190 6 3842
2
185-300 mm UFO 194 6 3891
2
300-300 mm UFO 196 6 3917
Installed connectors shall be free of sharp edges and burrs, and shall maintain the load
current carrying capacity of the jointed cores.
17.2 Paper Insulation and Insulating Tapes

The paper insulation on all cores must be tapered over a 6 mm length as shown in
Figure 2. The full length of exposed paper insulation, including the tapered section,
must be free of dust and moisture, and must not be touched with bare hands.
The crepe paper jointing tapes approved by EnergyAustralia for 11kV jointing are
impregnated with rosin/oil compound, and packed in sealed tins. Tins of insulating
paper tapes must be examined prior to opening. If a tin is damaged or any compound
leakage is evident, the contents must not be used.
Tins must not be opened until the tapes are ready to be used. Insulating tapes must be
tested for moisture content before they are used. Tapes which appear to contain any
amount of moisture must not be used.
Insulating tapes must be applied with an overlap of approximately 50% either direct
from the roll or from a former. Surplus tapes must be discarded - they must never be
used.
EnergyAustralia’s stockcodes of approved insulating paper tapes are provided in the

table below.
Details Stockcode
Tin of crepe paper rolls each containing: 18 58024
rolls x 50mm wide, 8 rolls x 20mm wide, and
8 rolls x 10mm wide. All rolls are 35mm OD
x 3m long
rolls x 50mm wide, 8 rolls x 20mm wide, and
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4 rolls x 10mm wide. All rolls are 35m OD x

3m long
17.3 Stress Cones

Some joints will require the construction of stress cones. Where required,
construction of stress cones shall comply with the following requirements:
1. The screens must be removed to 90mm from the metal sheath termination.
Where carbon impregnated paper is used as screen, the outer layer of paper
insulation must also be removed to the screen termination.
2. Two half lapped layers of crepe paper tape must be applied to the exposed
core paper insulation following the same direciton of lay as the core paper
insulation.
3. A stress cone foundation must be built using crepe paper tape. The
foundation must start at the end of the screen, and must gradually reach a
maximum diameter of 13mm larger than the diameter of the core insulation.
The maximum diameter must occur 13mm from the end of the screen.
4. A half lapped layer of tinned copper mesh (25 mm wide) must be applied
over the stress cone foundation starting onto the metal sheath. The mesh
must be stretched to less than half its width while it is being applied.
5. The tinned copper mesh must be soldered to the metal sheath, and the
return spiral must be tack soldered to the stress cone.
6. Any sharp projections must be smoothed off. Any metal dust resulting from
this operation must be carefully removed.

The metal sheath of the jointed cables shall be made continuous by wiping the lead
sleeve directly onto them. The tinning and wiping of the sleeve and metal sheaths
shall provide water tight seals and durable contacts capable of withstanding earth fault
currents of the same magnitude as the fault ratings of the cable sheaths involved.
EnergyAustralia’s stockcodes of approved lead sleeves for 11kV joints are provided
in the table below.
Details Stockcode
1500mm long lead sleeve, copperized, 28mm 80150
ID x 3mm wall thickness
1500mm long lead sleeve, copperized, 68759
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100mm ID x 3mm wall thickness

1500mm long lead sleeve, copperized 125mm 68742

The stripping dimensions and construction details shall be strictly in accordance with
the construction requirements provided in Figures 1 and 2.
17.6 Troughing-in of Completed Joints

Completed joints intended to be directly buried shall be placed in suitable troughings
and completely encapsulated with either approved polyurethane compound or
troughing-in bitumen. The stockcodes of approved troughing-in bitumen is 52811.
17.7 Commissioning of Joints

Taped joints shall not be commissioned before the joint filling and troughing-in
compounds have set.
Completed joints and associated cable installations shall be tested prior to
commissioning in accordance with the requirements of NS 0161 - Testing Cables
After Installation.
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Figure 1 - 11kV Screeened Cable STJ (Stubtee)

Construction Details
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Figure 2 - 11kV Screened Cables Stub Tee Joints

Sectional Details
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Figure 3 - 11kV Belted - Screened S.T.J. (Stubtee)

Construction Details
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Figure 4 - 11kV Belted/Belted or Belted/Screened Stubtee

Sectional Details
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18. LAY-ON TEE JOINTS FOR SCREENED AND BELTED

PAPER INSULATED CABLES
This specification provides the requirements for constructing the following lay-on tee
joints:
• Single core tee cable (paper insulated, screened, metal sheathed, polymeric
oversheathed) to single core main cable (paper insulated, screened, metal
sheathed, polymeric oversheathed).
• 3 Single core tee cables (paper insulated, screened, metal sheathed,
polymeric oversheathed) to multi-core main cable which may be either
screened, or belted, or a joint between a screened and a belted paper cable.
The multi-core cable can be armoured or unarmoured.
• Multi-core cable tee (which may be either belted or screened) to multi-core
cable main (which may be either belted or screened). Both cables may be
armoured or unarmoured.

The cable connectors shall be of the sweated type (ie. weak back ferrules).
Mechanical connectors may be used, however they shall be submitted to
EnergyAustralia first for approval.
Cable Sizes Stockcode of weak-Back Ferrule

185-185 mm2 63842
2
185-300 mm 63891
2
300-300 mm 63917
Installed connectors shall be free of sharp edges and burrs, and shall maintain the load
current carrying capacity of the jointed cores.
18.2 Paper Insulation and Insulating Tapes

The paper insulation on all cores must be tapered over a 6 mm length as shown in
Figure 2. The full length of exposed paper insulation, including the tapered section,
must be free of dust and moisture, and must not be touched with bare hands.
The crepe paper jointing tapes approved by EnergyAustralia for 11kV jointing are
impregnated with rosin/oil compound, and packed in sealed tins. Tins of insulating
paper tapes must be examined prior to opening. If a tin is damaged or any compound
leakage is evident, the contents must not be used.
Tins must not be opened until the tapes are ready to be used. Insulating tapes must be
tested for moisture content before they are used. Tapes which appear to contain any
amount of moisture must not be used.
Insulating tapes must be applied with an overlap of approximately 50% either direct
from the roll or from a former. Surplus tapes must be discarded - they must never be
used.
EnergyAustralia’s stockcodes of approved insulating paper tapes are provided in the
following table.
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Details Stockcode
rolls x 50mm wide, 8 rolls x 20mm wide,
and 8 rolls x 10mm wide. All rolls are
35mm OD x 3m long
rolls x 50mm wide, 8 rolls x 20mm wide,
and 4 rolls x 10mm wide. All rolls are
35mm OD x 3m long
18.3 Stress Cones

Some joints will require the construction of stress cones. Where required,
construction of stress cones shall comply with the following requirements:
1. The screens must be removed to 90 mm from the metal sheath termination.
Where carbon impregnated paper is used as screen, the outer layer of paper
insulation must also be removed to the screen termination.
2. Two half lapped layers of crepe paper tape must be applied to the exposed
core paper insulation following the same direction of lay as the core paper
insulation.
3. A stress cone foundation must be built using crepe paper tape. The
foundation must start at the end of the screen, and must gradually reach a
maximum diameter of 13mm larger than the diameter of the core insulation.
The maximum diameter must occur 13mm from the end of the screen.
4. A half lapped layer of tinned copper mesh (25mm wide) must be applied
over the stress cone foundation starting onto the metal sheath. The mesh
must be stretched to less than half its width while it is being applied.
5. The tinned copper mesh must be soldered to the metal sheath, and the
return spiral must be tack soldered to the stress cone.
6. Any sharp projections must be smoothed off. Any metal dust resulting from
this operation must be carefully removed.

The metal sheath of the jointed cables shall be made continuous by wiping the lead
sleeve directly onto them. The tinning and wiping of the sleeve and metal sheaths
shall provide water tight seals and durable contacts capable of withstanding earth fault
currents of the same magnitude as the fault ratings of the cable sheaths involved.
EnergyAustralia’s stockcodes of approved lead sleeves for 11kV joints are provided
in the table below.
Details Stockcode
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1500mm long lead sleeve, copperized 125mm 68742

The stripping dimensions and construction details shall be strictly in accordance with
the construction requirements provided in Figures 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.
18.6 Troughing-in of Completed Joints

Completed joints intended to be directly buried shall be placed in suitable troughings
and completely encapsulated with either approved polyurethane compound or
troughing-in bitumen. The stockcodes of approved troughing-in bitumen is 52811.
18.7 Commissioning of Joints

Taped joints shall not be commissioned before the joint filling and troughing-in
compounds have set.
Completed joints and associated cable installations shall be tested prior to
commissioning in accordance with the requirements of NS 0161 - Testing Cables
After Installation.
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Figure 1 - Lay On Tee Joint - Single Core to Single Core Screened Cables
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Figure 2 - 11kV Lay on Tee Joint - Screened Single

Core onto Multi-Core Cables
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Figure 3 - 11kV Lay on Tee Joint - Multicore Screened/Belted Cables
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Figure 4 - Lay On Tee Joints - 11kV Screened Cable

Sectional Details
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Figure 5- Lay On Tee Joints - 11kV Belted/Belted and Belted/Screened Cables -

Sectional Details
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19. QUALITY OF WORK
Supply of electricity will not be made available until all specified work is
satisfactorily completed.
The responsibility for correcting any defects will be that of the client.
19.1 Warranty and Public Liability

The client is to warrant any undertaken electrical work which will become part
of EnergyAustralia’s reticulation systems to be free of defects for a period of
36 calender months after the date of acceptance, and will be required to pay
for or carry out any required repairs within that period.
The client is required to have and keep a $10,000,000 (ten million dollars)
public liability insurance policy for the duration of the construction work and
until ownership is officially transferred to EnergyAustralia. the client must
provide a certificate of currency of the insurance policy on request.
20. STORES AND MATERIALS
Contractors must only use approved products on the network. EnergyAustralia

should be contacted regarding approved products. Alternative products may be
submitted to EnergyAustralia for approval. A fee for the approval of
alternative products for use on the network will be negotiated.
To purchase materials from EnergyAustralia, the Project Manager must

contact the "Project Officer Network Procurement" on telephone number (02)
9394 6034. All materials will be made available for the Client to pick up from:
Central Warehouse
2 Mayvic Street
Chullora NSW 2190
Alternatively, the client may obtain material from other sources provided the
quality assurance and environmental management system requirements are
met. Materials must comply with EnergyAustralia's relevant specifications.
All materials used for network projects must be new.
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21. REFERENCES
21.1 EnergyAustralia Drawings
119643 11kV Overhead Construction - Pole Mounting of Multicore

Cable Terminations Type K3
21.2 Acts and Regulations

This is not a full listing but should be used as a guide only.
Electricity Act 1945

Construction Safety Regulations 1950 Reg No. 133A
Work Cover Certificate of Exemption 5099
Electricity (Workers’ Safety) Regulation 1992
Occupational Health & Safety (Confined Space) Regulation
Construction Safety Act
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APPENDIX A CABLE DESCRIPTION CODES
This is what the code letters mean:

415 V 240 AL3 XQ CU (NW) Z /SAC
| | | | | | |
Voltage Conductor Conductor Insulation Neutral Sheath Other
Rating (Size (mm2) Type and No. (if Information
of Cores applicable) (if
applicable)
Before slash/
Phase-to-phase Voltage, Cross-sectional Area (mm2), Number of Cores
AL Aluminium (N) Concentric Neutral

AW Alumoweld (NW) Wavewound Concentric Neutral
BR Butyl Rubber NY Nylon Insulation
CDCU Cadmium Copper P Paper Insulation
CM Cambric PR Pair
CQ Cellular Polythene Q Polythene Insulation
CU Copper R Rubber Insulation
CW Copper Weld SF Single Fibre-reinforced Plastic
Rod Armour
DB Double Brass Tape SL Single Lead Sheath
DRT Double Steel Reinforcing Tape ST Single Steel Tape Armour
DT Double Steel Tape Armour SW Single Steel Wire Armour
DW Double Steel Wire Armour TR Tough Rubber Insulation
F Filter Core (TS) Taped Screen
FE Steel (WS) Stranded Wire Screen
H Hochstadter Screen XQ Cross-linked Polythene
J Jute or Hessian Sheath YQ High-density Polythene
L Lead Sheath Z PVC Sheath
MB Moisture Barrier
Examples:
415V 240 AL3 XQ CU(NW)Z/SAC

415 volts phase-to-phase, 240 mm2 3-core solid aluminium conductors, cross-
linked polyethylene insulation, copper wavewound concentric neutral, PVC
sheath.
415V 240 AL4 XQ Z/SAC

415 volts phase-to-phase, 240 mm2 4-core solid aluminium conductors, cross-
linked polyethylene insulation, PVC sheath.
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11kV 500 AL3 PHL SWJ

11 kV phase-to-phase, 500 mm² 3-core stranded aluminium conductors, paper
insulated, screened, lead alloy sheathed, single wire armoured, jute sheathed.
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APPENDIX B INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION HV 1-41
Installation Procedure for

3M Coldshrink Pressure Sealing Terminations on
Indoor Single Core Paper Lead Cables
Version 1, 12th April 2001
This installation instruction HV 1-41 details the installation procedure of 3M
coldshrink pressure sealing terminations on 11kV indoor single core screened
paper cables that are made in accordance with AS1026. This instruction is not
applicable to any other type of termination.
Installation instruction HV 1-41 has been prepared for use by EnergyAustralia
staff, contractors employed by EnergyAustralia and Accredited Service
Providers, exclusively for work on EnergyAustralia’s network assets.
This instruction is to be read in conjunction with the relevant
EnergyAustralia’s Network Standards.
CONTENTS
1. General
2. Termination Procedure
3. Completed Termination
4. Earthing the Termination
5. Typical Earthing Arrangement
3M Approved By: P.Broderick Date: 12/4/01

EnergyAustralia Approved By: N.Issa Date: 12/4/01
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General
1. Keep the coldshrink kit in its packaging until the components are required
in order to minimise exposure to dust contamination. After opening the
packaging, components which are not immediately required must be
protected against potential dust contamination.
2. Tapes will be applied over the lug barrels and the cable metal sheath to
prevent water entry into the termination area. These areas must be
properly cleaned and degreased before the tapes are applied.
3. The tapes referred to in this instruction are proprietary 3M tapes, and are
supplied as part of the termination kit. No substitution for these tapes shall
be made without Network's prior approval. The tapes involved are:
Self amalgamating tape Scotch no. 23
Restriction tape Scotch no. 20
Stress control tape Scotch no. 2220
Mastic sealant tape Scotch no. 2900R
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Prepare Cable
1 Set the cables into position after determining the
phasing requirements.
2 Cut the cables to the required length after allowing
for fitting of the sealed terminal lugs.
3 Remove the polymeric oversheath from the end of

each of the cables to a distance of 220 mm plus
the internal depth of the sealed terminal lug.
4 Clean the metal sheath, and then abrade it for a
distance of 50 mm above the polymeric
oversheath cut.
5 Clean the polymeric oversheath, and then abrade it
for a distance of 60 mm below the metal sheath.
6 Remove the metal sheath to a distance of 40 mm
above the polymeric oversheath cut.
7 Bell the metal sheath
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Install Terminal Lugs

1 Remove the paper screens and insulation from the
end of each cable for a distance equal to the length
of the lug barrel + 15 mm.
2 Test the paper insulation for moisture content. If
moisture exists, notify the relevant field
coordinator/supervisor for immediate action.
3 Unwind 30 mm off the paper screens to allow
completion of the next step.
4 Install sealed terminal lugs in accordance with

manufacturer's specification. If using solder lugs,
the cables must be suitably protected against
excessive heat or flame. If using compression
lugs, remove excess grease after installation, and
de-grease the barrel of each of the lugs.
Note: The lug must comply with the specified

maximum dimensions.
5 Using self amalgamating tape (Scotch No. 23),

smoothly profile the barrel of each of the lugs in
order to facilitate achieving a good oil seal.
Ensure that at least two half-lapped layers of tape
are applied to the lower 30 mm of the barrel and
the exposed conductor between the lug and the
paper insulation. Also extend the tape for 10 mm
onto the paper insulation to stop it from
unwinding. Stretch the tape to 50% of its original
width while applying it.
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Install Stress Control Tape

1 Using a twine binder, remove the paper screens
down to 25 mm above the edge of the metal
sheath. Ensure that the screen cut is neat and free
of any jagged edges.
2 Apply two half-lapped layer of Stress Control
Tape (Scotch No. 2220) at the edge of the metal
sheath, working towards the cable end for a
distance of 70 mm. Leave an even front edge, then
tape back to the starting point.
Note: Scotch tape No. 2220 should be applied

silver side out, and stretched to 3/4 of its
original width. Remove the liner before
stretching the tape.
3 Apply one half-lapped layer of White Restriction

Tape (Scotch No. 20) at the metal sheath end of
the stress control tape to protect it from any
damage while shrinking the black oil barrier
tubing. Start the restriction tape 10 mm onto the
metal sheath and finish it 25 mm onto the stress
control tape.
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Install Oil Barrier Tubing

1 Slide a black oil barrier tubing over one of the
cables, and position it 20 mm onto the metal
sheath.
2 Shrink the tubing into position by pulling and
unwinding the pull-tab of the tubing in an anti-
clockwise direction.
3 Check that the tubing overlaps the lug barrel by a

minimum of 20 mm. Carefully trim any excess
tubing (portion of tubing extending beyond the
barrel of the lug), making sure that the cut starts
and finishes at the same spot (ie. a uniform cut) to
avoid tearing of the tubing.
4 If the tubing is trimmed, apply three full turns of

self amalgamating tape (Scotch No. 23) to the end
of the tubing to ensure that it does not tear.
5 Apply self amalgamating tape (Scotch No. 23)

over the black oil barrier tubing at the gap
between the paper insulation and the terminal lug,
making sure the black tubing is pulled down into
the gap. Fill the gap up to the level of insulation,
and then apply two extra half-lapped layers,
overlapping the lug barrel and the insulation by
15 mm each. Stretch the tape to 50% of its
original width while applying it.
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6 Apply four half-lapped layers of White Restriction
Tape (Scotch No. 20) to cover the full length of
the black oil barrier tubing + 10 mm either side.
Caution: The white restriction tape DOES NOT

STRETCH. So avoid creasing when applying it.
Install Silicon Tubing

1 Apply four full turns of self amalgamating tape
(Scotch No.23) over the lug barrel at the end of
the white restriction tape.
2 Apply two half-lapped layers of self

amalgamating tape (Scotch No. 23) over the
remaining exposed portion of the metal sheath and
continue for 30 mm onto the polymeric
oversheath.
3 Slide the grey silicon tubing over the cable and
position the silicon tubing to overlap the
polymeric oversheath by 50 mm. Shrink the
tubing into position by pulling and unwinding the
pull-tab in an anti-clockwise direction.
4 This tubing should fully cover the band of self
amalgamating tape applied over the lug. If it is too
long, carefully trim any excess tubing, making
sure that the cut starts and finishes at the same
point to avoid tearing of the tubing.
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Completed Termination
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Earthing the Termination

1 Remove 80 mm of the polymeric oversheath on each
cable starting 80 mm below the gland plate of the cable
endbox. If the terminations are in free air (ie. no cable
endbox), remove 80 mm of the polymeric oversheath on
each cable starting 100 mm below the outer silicon
tubing.
2 Clean, degrease and abrade the full length of each

exposed metal sheath and 30 mm of the polymeric
oversheath at each end.
3 Apply one half-lapped layer of tinned copper mesh over

each exposed metal sheath starting and finishing 10 mm
clear of the corresponding polymeric oversheath cuts.
4 Wrap two full turns of sealant tape (Scotch No. 2900R)

over the polymeric oversheath on each cable, either side
of the exposed metal sheath.
5 Determine the length of tinned copper braid required for
each cable, allowing for the braid to be folded back on
itself at the roll spring position, plus an extra length of
approximately 30 mm.
6 Flatten out the braid at the roll spring end by pulling on
it sideways in order to achieve maximum surface area
coverage.
7 Position the braid over the tinned copper mesh so that

there is sufficient length to be folded back over the roll
spring.
8 Starting on the opposite side of the cable, wrap the roll

spring twice over the copper braid in the direction of the
copper braid. Position the roll spring centrally over the
exposed metal sheath.
9 Fold the braid back over the roll spring then wrap the
rest of the roll spring around the core.
10 Tighten the roll spring with a twisting action, and then

apply four full turns of self amalgamating tape (Scotch
No.23) over the roll spring to hold it in position.
11 Apply two full turns of sealant tape (Scotch No.2900R)

over the earth braid at the lower oversheath cut.
12 Apply the supplied vinyl mastic tape over the earth

connection on each cable, fully covering the two bands
of sealant tape (Scotch No.2900R). Half-lap the tape
while applying it.
13 Connect the lower end of the earth braid to the main

earthing point using M12 bolt, nut and washers.
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APPENDIX C INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION HV 1-42

Outdoor Single Core Paper Lead Cables
coldshrink pressure sealing terminations on 11kV outdoor single core
screened paper cables that are made in accordance with AS1026. This
instruction is not applicable to any other type of termination.
EnergyAustralia’s Network Standards and EnergyAustralia’s Drawing 62103,
11 kV Underground-to-Overhead (UG/OH) Construction for Single Core
PILC Cables, Type K2.
CONTENTS
1. General
3. Completed Termination
5. Typical Earthing Arrangement

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General
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Prepare Cable
1 Set the cables into position after determining
the phasing requirements.
2 Cut the cables to the required length after
allowing for fitting of the sealed terminal
lugs.
3 Remove the polymeric oversheath from the
end of each of the cables to a distance of
305 mm plus the internal depth of the sealed
terminal lug.
4 Clean the metal sheath, and then abrade it for
a distance of 50 mm above the polymeric
oversheath cut.
5 Clean the polymeric oversheath, and then
abrade it for a distance of 60 mm below the
metal sheath.
6 Remove the metal sheath to a distance of
40 mm above the polymeric oversheath cut.
7 Bell the metal sheath.
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Prepare Install Terminal Lugs

1 Remove the paper screens and insulation from
the end of each cable for a distance equal to
the length of the lug barrel + 15 mm.
2 Test the paper insulation for moisture content.
If moisture exists, notify the relevant field
coordinator/supervisor for immediate
action.
manufacturer's specification. If using solder
lugs, the cables must be suitably protected
against excessive heat or flame. If using
compression lugs, remove excess grease after
installation, and de-grease the barrel of each
of the lugs.
5 Using self amalgamating tape (Scotch
No. 23), smoothly profile the barrel of each of
the lugs in order to facilitate achieving a good
oil seal. Ensure that at least two half-lapped
layers of tape are applied to the lower 30 mm
of the barrel and the exposed conductor
between the lug and the paper insulation. Also
extend the tape for 10 mm onto the paper
insulation to stop it from unwinding. Stretch
the tape to 50% of its original width while
applying it.
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down to 25 mm above the edge of the metal
sheath. Ensure that the screen cut is neat and free
of any jagged edges.
2 Apply two half-lapped layer of Stress Control
Tape (Scotch No. 2220) at the edge of the metal
sheath, working towards the cable end for a
distance of 70 mm. Leave an even front edge,
then tape back to the starting point.
silver side out, and stretched to 3/4 of its
original width. Remove the liner before
stretching the tape.

Tape (Scotch No. 20) at the metal sheath end of
damage while shrinking the black oil barrier
tubing. Start the restriction tape 10 mm onto the
metal sheath and finish it 25 mm onto the stress
control tape.
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1 Slide a black oil barrier tubing over one of the
cables, and position it 20 mm onto the metal
sheath.
unwinding the pull-tab of the tubing in an
anti-clockwise direction.
3 Check that the tubing overlaps the lug barrel
by a minimum of 20 mm. Carefully trim any
excess tubing (portion of tubing extending
beyond the barrel of the lug), making sure
that the cut starts and finishes at the same spot
(ie. a uniform cut) to avoid tearing of the
tubing.
4 If the tubing is trimmed, apply three full turns
of self amalgamating tape (Scotch No. 23) to
the end of the tubing to ensure that it does not
tear.
5 Apply self amalgamating tape (Scotch No.

23) over the black oil barrier tubing at the gap
between the paper insulation and the terminal
lug, making sure the black tubing is pulled
down into the gap. Fill the gap up to the level
of insulation, and then apply two extra half-
lapped layers, overlapping the lug barrel and
the insulation by 15 mm each. Stretch the tape
to 50% of its original width while applying it.
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6 Apply four half-lapped layers of White

Restriction Tape (Scotch No. 20) to cover the
full length of the black oil barrier tubing + 10
mm either side.

1 Apply four full turns of self amalgamating tape
(Scotch No.23) over the lug barrel at the end of
the white restriction tape.
2 Apply two half-lapped layers of self
amalgamating tape (Scotch No. 23) over the
remaining exposed portion of the metal sheath
and continue for 30 mm onto the polymeric
oversheath.
3 Slide the grey silicon tubing over the cable and
position the silicon tubing to overlap the
polymeric oversheath by 50 mm. Shrink the
tubing into position by pulling and unwinding
the pull-tab in an anti-clockwise direction.
4 This tubing should fully cover the band of self
amalgamating tape applied over the lug. If it is
too long, carefully trim any excess tubing,
making sure that the cut starts and finishes at the
same point to avoid tearing of the tubing.
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Install Skirt Tubing

1 Slide a Silicon Skirt Tubing over the track
resistant tubing and shrink it approximately
mid way along the termination.
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1 Remove 80 mm of the polymeric oversheath on
each cable starting 100 mm below the outer
silicon tubing.
2 Clean, degrease and abrade the full length of each
exposed metal sheath and 30 mm of the polymeric
oversheath at each end.
3 Apply one half-lapped layer of tinned copper
mesh over each exposed metal sheath starting and
finishing 10 mm clear of the corresponding
polymeric oversheath cuts.
4 Wrap two full turns of sealant tape (Scotch No.
2900R) over the polymeric oversheath on each
cable, either side of the exposed metal sheath.
5 Determine the length of tinned copper braid
required for each cable, allowing for the braid to
be folded back on itself at the roll spring position,
plus an extra length of approximately 30 mm.
6 Flatten out the braid at the roll spring end by
pulling on it sideways in order to achieve
maximum surface area coverage.
7 Position the braid over the tinned copper mesh so
that there is sufficient length to be folded back
over the roll spring.
8 Starting on the opposite side of the cable, wrap
the roll spring twice over the copper braid in the
direction of the copper braid. Position the roll
spring centrally over the exposed metal sheath.
9 Fold the braid back over the roll spring then wrap
the rest of the roll spring around the core.
10 Tighten the roll spring with a twisting action, and
then apply four full turns of self amalgamating
tape (Scotch No.23) over the roll spring to hold it
in position.
11 Apply two full turns of sealant tape (Scotch
No.2900R) over the earth braid at the lower
oversheath cut.
12 Slide the sealing sleeve over the earth connection,
with the loose pull-tab pointing away from the
end of the cable.
13 Position the sleeve to fully cover the section
between the two bands of sealant tape. Shrink the
sleeve into position by pulling and unwinding the
pull-tab in a clockwise direction.
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Typical Earthing Arrangement
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APPENDIX D INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION HV 1-43

Indoor Multicore Paper Lead Cables

coldshrink pressure sealing terminations on 11kV indoor multicore screened
applicable to any other type of termination..

EnergyAustralia’s Network Standards.
CONTENTS
1. General
2. Special Tools
3. Safety Information when using Resin
6. Completing the Termination

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General
Silicon rubber tape Scotch no. 70
Rubber mastic tape Scotch no. 2228
Vinyl mastic tape
Special Tools
The design of this range of terminations incorporates the use of resin to
provide for a high cable operating pressure. This resin is best applied using a
resin gun. So, it is highly recommended that a resin gun be used to inject resin
into the cable crotch. This gun can be obtained from EnergyAustralia's
Logistics Branch on stockcode 175885 or purchased directly from 3M (Part
No. E4 Resin Gun).
Safety Information when using Resin

Refer to the manufacture’s safety information sheet supplied in this kit for
details on safety precautions, spillage procedures and disposal methods for the
resin contained in this kit.
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Prepare Cable
1 Set the cable up-straight and in line with the
centre phase bushing.
2 Mark the centre line of the lug-mounting
holes on the cable as a reference line.
3 Remove the polymeric oversheath to 820 mm

below this reference line.
4 Clean the metal sheath, then abrade it for a
oversheath cut.
220 mm above the polymeric oversheath cut.
7 Unwind the core binding fabric tape down to

the metal sheath cut. Apply a few turns of this
tape around the three cores immediately
above the metal sheath cut, covering a
distance of not more than 20 mm. Remove the
excess fabric tape.
8 Remove all cable fillers level with the applied

fabric tape.
9 Cut the cores 650 mm from the metal sheath
cut for easier handling within the endbox.
10 Test the paper insulation for moisture content.

If moisture exists, notify the relevant Field
Coordinator / Supervisor for immediate
action.
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Install Lower Oil Barrier Tubings

1 Gently spread the cores apart ensuring that
they are not over-bent.
2 Wipe off any cable compound on the surface
of the cores with a clean rag. Do Not use
solvents.
3 Slide a black oil barrier coldshrink tubing

over one of the three cores. Position it 45 mm
above the metal sheath cut and shrink it down
by pulling and unwinding the pull-tab in an
anti-clockwise direction.
4 Repeat for the other two cores.
5 Apply two half-lapped layers of White

Restriction Tape (Scotch No. 20) firmly over
each of the black oil barrier tubings. Start
20 mm below the top end of each tubing and
work towards the lower end, then turn back to
the starting point.
Caution: The white restriction tape DOES

NOT STRETCH. So avoid creasing when
applying it.
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Install Glove and Inject Resin

1 For 95 mm2 cables only: Apply a 25 mm wide
band of rubber mastic tape (Scotch No. 2228)
around the metal sheath. Position the tape 50 mm
below the metal sheath cut, and build it up to a
thickness of 8 mm. Moderately stretch the tape
while applying it.
For 185 mm2 to 300 mm2 cables only: Apply a

50 mm wide band of rubber mastic tape (Scotch
No. 2228) around the metal sheath. Position the
tape 50 mm below the metal sheath cut, and
build it up to a thickness of 8 mm. Moderately
stretch the tape while applying it.
2 Prepare the 3-way glove for installation by

carefully unwinding the pull-tab in each finger
until the pull-tab core is level with the bottom of
the finger.
3 Carefully position the glove over the three cable

cores at the lug end, ensuring that the main body
pull-tab runs straight down the side of the glove
(ie. It does not pass between the cable cores).
4 While holding the main body pull-tab firm to the
body of the glove, ease the glove over the cable
cores towards the crotch area. Push the glove as
far down as it goes. The body of the glove
should fully cover the applied rubber mastic
tape.
5 While holding the glove in this position, shrink
the main body by pulling and unwinding the
main body pull-tab in an anti-clockwise
direction.
6 Shrink down two of the glove fingers by pulling

and unwinding their pull-tabs in an anti-
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7 Apply silicon grease to the plastic filling tube,

and insert it into the third finger. Position the
tube on the inner side of the cable core (ie. close
to the other cable cores). This will ensure that
when the resin is applied it will fill the crotch of
the cable.
8 Shrink down the third finger to hold the filling
tube firm in position.
9 Thoroughly mix the resin as per the instructions

on the pack.
10 Inject resin gently into the cable crotch area

through the filling tube. Keep injecting resin
until the glove is full (ie. until the resin starts to
escape through the gap between the filling tube
and the finger of the glove). More than one mix
pack might be required to fill the crotch area.
Note: A resin gun is highly recommended for

this purpose.
11 Carefully remove the filling tube from the finger.
12 Clean off any excess resin using solvent pads.
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Note: The earthing kit is separately packaged within the
termination kit.
1 Ensure that the metal sheath has been degreased and
fully abraded.
2 Apply one half-lapped layer of tinned copper mesh to
the exposed metal sheath.
No. 2900R) at the top end of the polymeric
oversheath.
4 Position the earth braid(s) onto the metal sheath so
that they overlap the glove by 80 mm (the end fitted
with a lug should point away from the glove). Use a
temporary binder (tie or tape) to hold the earth
braid(s) in position.
Note: Only 1 braid (39 mm2) is required for
95 mm2 cables, and two braids (2x39 mm2)
for 185-300 mm2 cables. If using two
braids, position them directly opposite each
other.
5 Position a roll spring 20 mm below the bottom of the
glove and wrap two full turns over the earth braid(s).
6 Position a second roll spring 30 mm below the first
roll spring, and wrap two full turns over the earth
braid(s).
7 Fold the earth braid(s) back over the roll springs
(after removing the temporary binder), and wrap the
remaining lengths of both roll springs over the earth
braid(s).
8 Tighten both roll springs with a twisting action, and
then apply four full turns of self amalgamating tape
over each of them to hold them in position. This tape
is not provided with the earthing kit; use the tape
supplied with the main termination kit.
No. 2900R) at the lower end of the glove.
No. 2900R) over the earth braid(s) at the top end of
the polymeric oversheath (ie. where previously
applied).
connection fully covering the two bands of sealant
tape (Scotch No. 2900R). Half-lap the tape while
applying it.
12 Connect the lower end of the earth braid(s) to the
main earthing point using M12 bolt, nut and washers.
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1 Attach a lug to each of the terminal posts inside
the endbox.
2 Determine the phasing and position of each core.
3 Set one core at a time into its final position and,
mark and remove the excess core length.

the end of each core for a distance equal to the
length of the lug barrel + 15 mm.

the cable cores must be suitably protected
installation, and de-grease the barrel of the lugs.

Ensure that at least two half-lapped layers of
tape are applied to the lower 30 mm of the barrel
and the exposed conductor between the lug and
the paper insulation. Also extend the tape for
10 mm onto the paper insulation to stop it from
unwinding. Stretch the tape to 50% of its
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down to 25 mm above the black oil barrier
tubings. Ensure that the screen cut is neat and
free of any jagged edges. The screen cutback
should be at least 220 mm from the end of the
paper insulation.
2 Apply two half-lapped layers of Stress Control
Tape (Scotch No. 2220) at the end of the black
oil barrier tubing, working towards the core end
for a distance of 70 mm. Leave an even front
edge, then tape back to the starting point.

silver side out, and stretched to 3/4 of
its original width. Remove the liner
before stretching the tape.

Tape (Scotch No. 20) at the black tubing end of
damage while shrinking the second oil barrier
tubing. Start the Restriction Tape 10 mm onto
the black oil barrier tubing and finish it 25 mm
onto the stress control tape.
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Install Upper Oil Barrier Tubings

1 Slide a second black oil barrier tubing over one
of the outer phases and position it to overlap the
tubing already installed by 20 mm (ie. at the end
of the white restriction tape previously applied).
2 Check that the tubing overlaps the lug barrel by
at least 15 mm. The tubing will grow in length
by approximately 15 mm when shrunk. If after
allowing for this growth, the tubing does not
overlap the lug barrel by 15 mm, contact the
relevant Field Coordinator/ Supervisor for
instructions. If, on the other hand the tubing is
too long, position it so that the overlap with the
lug barrel before shrinking is approximately
25 mm.
unwinding the pull-tab in an anti-clockwise
direction.

lug, making sure the black tubing is pulled down
into the gap. Fill the gap up to the level of
insulation, and then apply two extra half-lapped
layers, overlapping the lug barrel and the
insulation by 15 mm each. Stretch the tape to
50% of its original width while applying it.
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Restriction Tape (Scotch No. 20) to cover the
full length of the upper black oil barrier tubing +
30 mm of the lower oil barrier tubing.
6 Repeat the above procedure for the remaining

cores.
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Install Outer Silicon Tubings

1 Slide a short outer silicon tubing over one of the
outer phases and push it down to fully overlap
the finger of the glove. Shrink it into place by
pulling and unwinding the pull-tab in an anti-
2 Slide a long outer silicon tubing over the same
cable core and position it to overlap the short
tubing by 20 mm. Check that the tubing will
fully cover the remaining length of the core after
allowing for 15 mm of growth in length. If it
requires a slight adjustment to achieve full
coverage, the overlap with the short tubing can
be reduced to 15 mm. If the shortfall is more
than 15 mm, two half-lapped layers of silicone
rubber tape (Scotch No. 70) can be used. On the
other hand, if the tubing is too long, the overlap
with the short tubing can be increased
accordingly.
3 Shrink the tubing into place.
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APPENDIX E INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION HV 1-44

Outdoor Multicore Paper Lead Cables

coldshrink pressure sealing terminations on 11kV outdoor multicore screened
applicable to any other type of termination.

EnergyAustralia’s Network Standards and EnergyAustralia’s
Drawing 119643, 11 kV Underground-to-Overhead (UG/OH) Construction for
Multicore PILC Cables, Type K3.
CONTENTS
1. General
2. Special Tools
3. Safety Information when using Resin
6. Completing the Termination

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General
1. This installation instruction assumes that:
• The multicore cable has been pulled up the pole and saddled into
position.
• The UGOH mounting bracket, standoff insulators/surge arresters and
termination plates are properly installed.
Note 1: The slots in the termination plates must be centred onto the
standoff insulators, and the lower end of the plates must point
towards the trifurcating point of the cable, which is
approximately 1 metre below the standoff insulators.
Note 2: The standoff insulators must be installed strictly in
accordance with the details given in drawing A1-119643.
• Adequate clearance exists above the OHLV to allow the Elevated
Working Platform to be manoeuvred comfortably (clearances are
detailed in drawing A1-119643).
Silicon rubber tape Scotch no. 70
Rubber mastic tape Scotch no. 2228
Vinyl mastic tape
Special Tools
The design of this range of terminations incorporates the use of resin to
provide for a high cable operating pressure. This resin is best applied using a
resin gun. So, it is highly recommended that a resin gun be used to inject resin
into the cable crotch. This gun can be obtained from EnergyAustralia's
Logistics Branch on stockcode 175885 or purchased directly from 3M (Part
No. E4 Resin Gun).
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Safety Information when using Resin

Refer to the manufacture’s safety information sheet supplied in this kit for
details on safety precautions, spillage procedures and disposal methods for the
resin contained in this kit.
Prepare Cable
1 Cut the multicore cable 100 mm above the top of
the UGOH mounting bracket.
2 Attach a lug to the termination plate on the
centre phase.
3 Using the removed length of cable, test the paper

insulation for moisture content. If moisture
exists, notify the relevant Field Coordinator /
Supervisor for immediate action.
Remove Polymeric Oversheath

1 Set the multicore cable into the position of the
centre phase to allow the stripping dimensions to
be marked.
2 Mark the position of the polymeric oversheath

cut (point A) 870 mm from the lower end of the
lug barrel.
3 Remove the polymeric oversheath to point A.
4 Clean the metal sheath, then abrade it for a
oversheath cut.
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Remove Metal Sheath and Prepare Crotch

220 mm above point A (polymeric oversheath
cut).
3 Unwind the core binding fabric tape down to the

metal sheath cut. Apply a few turns of this tape
around the three cores immediately above the
metal sheath cut, covering a distance of not more
than 20 mm. Remove the excess fabric tape.
4 Remove all cable fillers level with the applied

fabric tape.
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Install Lower Oil Barrier Tubings

1 Gently spread the cores apart ensuring that they
are not over-bent.
2 Wipe off any cable compound on the surface of
the cores with a clean rag. Do Not use solvents.
3 Slide a black oil barrier coldshrink tubing over

one of the three cores. Position it 45 mm above
the metal sheath cut and shrink it down by
pulling and unwinding the pull-tab in an anti-

Restriction Tape (Scotch No. 20) firmly over
each of the black oil barrier tubings. Start 20 mm
below the top end of each tubing and work
towards the lower end, then turn back to the
starting point.

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Install Glove and Inject Resin

1 For 95 mm2 cables only: Apply a 25 mm wide
band of rubber mastic tape (Scotch No. 2228)
around the metal sheath. Position the tape 50 mm
below the metal sheath cut, and build it up to a
thickness of 8 mm. Moderately stretch the tape
while applying it.
For 185 mm2 to 300 mm2 cables only: Apply a

50 mm wide band of rubber mastic tape (Scotch
No. 2228) around the metal sheath. Position the
tape 50 mm below the metal sheath cut, and
build it up to a thickness of 8 mm. Moderately
stretch the tape while applying it.
2 Prepare the 3-way glove for installation by

carefully unwinding the pull-tab in each finger
until the pull-tab core is level with the bottom of
the finger.
3 Carefully position the glove over the three cable

cores at the lug end, ensuring that the main body
pull-tab runs straight down the side of the glove
(ie. It does not pass between the cable cores).
4 While holding the main body pull-tab firm to the
body of the glove, ease the glove over the cable
cores towards the crotch area. Push the glove as
far down as it goes. The body of the glove
should fully cover the applied rubber mastic
tape.
5 While holding the glove in this position, shrink
the main body by pulling and unwinding the
main body pull-tab in an anti-clockwise
direction.
6 Shrink down two of the glove fingers by pulling

and unwinding their pull-tabs in an anti-
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7 Apply silicon grease to the plastic filling tube,

and insert it into the third finger. Position the
tube on the inner side of the cable core (ie. close
to the other cable cores). This will ensure that
when the resin is applied it will fill the crotch of
the cable.
8 Shrink down the third finger to hold the filling
tube firm in position.
9 Thoroughly mix the resin as per the instructions

on the pack.
10 Inject resin gently into the cable crotch area

through the filling tube. Keep injecting resin
until the glove is full (ie. until the resin starts to
escape through the gap between the filling tube
and the finger of the glove). More than one mix
pack might be required to fill the crotch area.
Note: A resin gun is highly recommended for

this purpose.
11 Carefully remove the filling tube from the finger.
12 Clean off any excess resin using solvent pads.
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Note: The earthing kit is separately packaged within the
termination kit.
1 Ensure that the metal sheath has been degreased and
fully abraded.
2 Apply one half-lapped layer of tinned copper mesh to
the exposed metal sheath.
No. 2900R) at the top end of the polymeric
oversheath.
4 Position the earth braid(s) onto the metal sheath so
that they overlap the glove by 80 mm (the end fitted
with a lug should point away from the glove). Use a
temporary binder (tie or tape) to hold the earth
braid(s) in position.
Note: Only 1 braid (39 mm2) is required for
95 mm2 cables, and two braids (2x39 mm2)
for 185-300 mm2 cables. If using two
braids, position them directly opposite each
other.
5 Position a roll spring 20 mm below the bottom of the
glove and wrap two full turns over the earth braid(s).
6 Position a second roll spring 30 mm below the first
roll spring, and wrap two full turns over the earth
braid(s).
7 Fold the earth braid(s) back over the roll springs
(after removing the temporary binder), and wrap the
remaining lengths of both roll springs over the earth
braid(s).
8 Tighten both roll springs with a twisting action, and
then apply four full turns of self amalgamating tape
over each of them to hold them in position. This tape
is not provided with the earthing kit; use the tape
supplied with the main termination kit.
No. 2900R) at the lower end of the glove.
No. 2900R) over the earth braid(s) at the top end of
the polymeric oversheath (ie. where previously
applied).
connection fully covering the two bands of sealant
tape (Scotch No. 2900R). Half-lap the tape while
applying it.
12 Connect the other end of the earth braid(s) to the
main earth using two split bolt clamps.
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1 Attach a lug to each of the termination plates on
the outer phases.
2 Determine the phasing and position of each core.
3 Set one core at a time into its final position and,
mark and remove the excess core length.

the end of each core for a distance equal to the
length of the lug barrel + 15 mm.


the cable cores must be suitably protected
installation, and de-grease the barrel of the lugs.
Ensure that at least two half-lapped layers of
tape are applied to the lower 30 mm of the barrel
and the exposed conductor between the lug and
the paper insulation. Also extend the tape for
10 mm onto the paper insulation to stop it from
unwinding. Stretch the tape to 50% of its
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down to 25 mm above the black oil barrier
tubings. Ensure that the screen cut is neat and
free of any jagged edges. The screen cutback
should be at least 220 mm from the end of the
paper insulation.
2 Apply two half-lapped layers of Stress Control
Tape (Scotch No. 2220) at the end of the black
oil barrier tubing, working towards the core end
for a distance of 70 mm. Leave an even front
edge, then tape back to the starting point.

silver side out, and stretched to 3/4 of
its original width. Remove the liner
before stretching the tape.

Tape (Scotch No. 20) at the black tubing end of
damage while shrinking the second oil barrier
tubing. Start the Restriction Tape 10 mm onto
the black oil barrier tubing and finish it 25 mm
onto the stress control tape.
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Install Upper Oil Barrier Tubings

1 Slide a second black oil barrier tubing over one
of the outer phases and position it to overlap the
tubing already installed by 20 mm (ie. at the end
of the white restriction tape previously applied).
2 Check that the tubing overlaps the lug barrel by
at least 15 mm. The tubing will grow in length
by approximately 15 mm when shrunk. If after
allowing for this growth, the tubing does not
overlap the lug barrel by 15 mm, contact the
relevant Field Coordinator/ Supervisor for
instructions. If, on the other hand the tubing is
too long, position it so that the overlap with the
lug barrel before shrinking is approximately
25 mm.
direction.

lug, making sure the black tubing is pulled down
into the gap. Fill the gap up to the level of
insulation, and then apply two extra half-lapped
layers, overlapping the lug barrel and the
insulation by 15 mm each. Stretch the tape to
50% of its original width while applying it.
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5 Apply two half-lapped layers of White Restriction

Tape (Scotch No. 20) to cover the full length of the
upper black oil barrier tubing + 30 mm of the lower
oil barrier tubing.
6 Repeat the above procedure for the remaining cores.
Install Outer Silicon Tubings

1 Slide a short outer silicon tubing over one of the
outer phases and push it down to fully overlap the
finger of the glove. Shrink it into place by pulling
and unwinding the pull-tab in an anti-clockwise
direction.
2 Slide a long outer silicon tubing over the same
cable core and position it to overlap the short tubing
by 20 mm. Check that the tubing will fully cover
the remaining length of the core after allowing for
15 mm of growth in length. If it requires a slight
adjustment to achieve full coverage, the overlap
with the short tubing can be reduced to 15 mm. If
the shortfall is more than 15 mm, two half-lapped
layers of silicone rubber tape (Scotch No. 70) can
be used. On the other hand, if the tubing is too long,
the overlap with the short tubing can be increased
accordingly.
3 Shrink the tubing into place.
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Install Skirt Tubings

1 Slide a skirt tubing over one of the cores and
position it 170 mm from the top of the long silicon
tubing.
2 Shrink the tubing into place by pulling and
direction.
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Branch, EnergyAustralia.
Revision History
Initial issue: October 1995

Revision October 1997
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Construction Standards for High Voltage

Construction Standards for High Voltage

This Network Standard specifies EnergyAustralia’s construction requirements

The construction of electricity reticulation installations undertaken by clients

2.2 EnergyAustralia Representatives

2.3 Electrical Safety Rules

EnergyAustralia’s Electrical Safety Rules are designed to ensure compliance

2.4 Admittance to EnergyAustralia Premises

• EnergyAustralia does not hold itself responsible to the accredited

• EnergyAustralia shall not be liable for or be bound by any of the liabilities

• Accredited contractors agree to safeguard any person who may accompany

3. CONSTRUCTION OF UNDERGROUND TO OVERHEAD

This specification provides the requirements for the construction of 11kV

The construction of pole mounted 11kV underground-to-overhead (UG/OH)

• Be cut long enough to allow construction of the termination at the correct

Drawings 62103 and 119643 provide an alternative arrangement for UG/OH

4. CONNECTION OF UNDERGROUND MULTI-CORE CABLE

This specification provides the requirements for constructing connection

TYPICAL HV ABC TO UNDERGROUND CABLE CONSTRUCTION

Figure 3.1 Front View of HV ABC to underground cable construction

Figure 3.2 Side view of HV ABC to underground cable construction

4.1 HV ABC to Underground Cable Construction

5. SUBURBAN TYPE TRANSFORMER CABLE

Note: Heatshrink glands must not be used on gland entry transformers, as

6. INDOOR COLDSHRINK TERMINATION, PAPER

This specification provides the requirements for constructing coldshrink

Approved Coldshrink Kits

Coldshrink Kit Description Coldshrink Kit

Stockcode of Crimp Lugs for Indoor Terminations

• The termination shall be constructed in accordance with the installation

• No jagged edges shall be left on terminated screen papers.

• Paper insulation must be tested for moisture. If moisture is found, the

• The design of multicore terminations incorporates the use of resin to

• Restriction tape is used to improve the pressure sealing abilities of the

Earth Fault Indicator (EFI) CT Support Bracket

80mm below the gland

100mm below the outer

Upper oversheath cut

7. OUTDOOR COLDSHRINK TERMINATION, PAPER

This specification provides the requirements for constructing coldshrink

Approved Coldshrink Kits

Coldshrink Kit Description Kit Stockcode No.

Stockcode of Crimp Lugs for Outdoor Terminations

• The termination shall be constructed in accordance with the installation

• No jagged edges shall be left on terminated screen papers.

• Paper insulation must be tested for moisture. If moisture is found, the

• The design of multicore terminations incorporates the use of resin to

• Restriction tape is used to improve the pressure sealing abilities of the

8. (DELETED BY CIA 1170, 15 MAY 2001)

9. INDOOR AND OUTDOOR SINGLE-CORE HEATSHRINK

This specification provides the requirements for terminating 11 kV XLPE

Table 1 Termination Kits and LV Heatshrink Tubing

120 mm2 Indoor 74286 60186 58321

630 mm2 Indoor 60038 60319 -

The termination construction details, including stripping dimensions for the

Compression type connectors must be installed in strict compliance with the

• Cables must not be bent tighter than their manufacturers’ specified

• The insulation semi-con shall be neatly terminated. Special care must be

• Cable connectors must be preheated prior to installation

• All components involved in the termination (including cable components)

• The specified stripping dimensions must be adhered to.

9.2 Special Requirements