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ANSI C29.17 Prototype Quadri*Sil 300 Line Post

Report Number:

Section Prototype Tests I. Tests on Interfaces and Connections of End Fittings

II. Core Load - Time Test III. Tensile Load Test

IV. Housing Tracking and Erosion Tests

V. Aging or Weathering Test

VI. Dye Penetration Test VII. Water Diffusion Test

VIII. Flammability Tests

C29.17 Prototype Test Report

Quadri*Sil 300 Line Post InsulatorsReport Number: R12-11-03

Table of Contents

ANSI Clause

Tests on Interfaces and Connections of End Fittings 7.1

Time Test 7.2.1

7.2.2

g and Erosion Tests 7.3.1

athering Test 7.3.2

ation Test 7.4.1

usion Test 7.4.2

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ENGINEERING REPORTSUBJECT ANSI C29.17 Prototype Test Report; Quadri*Sil Series 300 Line Post Insulators

DATE May 29, 2012

PAGE: 2 Test Requests:

Introduction:

Sample insulators were evaluated according to the protocols established within ANSI C29.1

tested varied in length to match the requirements of the standard. The polymer weathersheds were

composed of 1800-120V silicone rubber. The coupling agent employed between the fiberglass rod and the

polymer was Chemlok 608. The fiberglass

(Electrical grade – Corrosion Resistant Direct Draw) glass fibers and pultruded in the Centralia, Missouri

or Aiken, South Carolina facility.

Details:

A summary of the tests performed and their

Test Name

Tests on interfaces and connection of end fittings

Core time-load test

Tensile load test

Housing tracking and erosion tests

Aging or weathering test

Dye penetration test

Water diffusion test

Flammability test

Discussion:

All of the tests were successfully completed.

Conclusions:

The Quadri*Sil Series 300 line post met all of the requirements of the ANSI C29.17 prototype tests.

ENGINEERING REPORT ANSI C29.17 Prototype Test Report; Quadri*Sil Series 300 Line Post Insulators

May 29, 2012

Test Requests: R12-11-03 Report Number: R12

Prototype Testing

ANSI C29.17

Quadri*Sil Series 300 Line Posts

Sample insulators were evaluated according to the protocols established within ANSI C29.17


120V silicone rubber. The coupling agent employed between the fiberglass rod and the

polymer was Chemlok 608. The fiberglass rod was an HPS epoxy resin system reinforced with E

Corrosion Resistant Direct Draw) glass fibers and pultruded in the Centralia, Missouri

A summary of the tests performed and their results is contained in table 1.

Standard/Clause Request Number

Tests on interfaces and connection of end fittings ANSI C29.17/7.1 E11

ANSI C29.17/7.2.1 M12

ANSI C29.17/7.2.2 M11

ANSI C29.17/7.3.1 E12

ANSI C29.17/7.3.2 M05

ANSI C29.17/7.4.1 M11

ANSI C29.17/7.4.2 E11

ANSI C29.17/7.5 R02

Table 1

All of the tests were successfully completed.


ANSI C29.17 Prototype Test Report; Quadri*Sil Series 300 Line Post Insulators

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7. The samples


120V silicone rubber. The coupling agent employed between the fiberglass rod and the

rod was an HPS epoxy resin system reinforced with E-CR DD

Corrosion Resistant Direct Draw) glass fibers and pultruded in the Centralia, Missouri

Request Number

E11-10-19

M12-10-05

M11-10-12

E12-02-18

M05-04-07

M11-10-13

E11-10-18

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Tests on Interf

Introduction:

The tests on interfaces and connections of end fittings were performed on samples of Quadri*Sil Series

300 line posts. The procedure emp

of the test was performed at PowerTech Labs. The insulators tested were catalog number P300046S0040.

The samples were manufactured with 1800

and Chemlok 608 coupling agent.

Test Protocol:

The insulators were subjected to the test protocol that follows.

7.1 Tests on interfaces and connection of end fittings

7.1.1 Test specimens

Four insulators, representative of the production pro

shall be reserved as a reference for the power frequency voltage test in 7.1.3.3. The insulator length

(metal-to-metal) will be at least 15 times the core diameter. If shorter insulators are tested, the

results are valid only for insulators up to the length tested.

The insulators shall be subjected to the routine mechanical test, per section 10.

7.1.2 Pre-stressing

The following tests (7.1.2.1, 7.1.2.2) shall be carried out on three test insulators in the s

indicated below.

7.1.2.1 Thermal-mechanical test

The three insulators will be loaded in cantilever and subjected to the temperature cycle described

in Figure 2. The load shall be selected so as to produce the same bending moment at the base of

the insulator as is exerted by 50% of the SCL in normal application.

Each 24 hour cycle has a minimum of 8 hours at both +50ºC and

shall be run twice, with the direction of the load reversed after the first cycle.

The test may be interrupted for the load direction reversal and for maintenance of the test

equipment for a total duration of 2 hours.


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ANSI C29.17 - Clause 7.1

Tests on Interfaces and Connections of End Fittings

Quadri*Sil Series 300 Post

Catalog Number P300046S0040

E11-10-19


300 line posts. The procedure employed was as defined by ANSI C29.17. The thermal-mechanical portion


The samples were manufactured with 1800-120V silicone rubber, Chance epoxy E-CR DD fiberglass rod

The insulators were subjected to the test protocol that follows.

Tests on interfaces and connection of end fittings

Four insulators, representative of the production process and design, shall be selected. One of these


metal) will be at least 15 times the core diameter. If shorter insulators are tested, the

sults are valid only for insulators up to the length tested.

The insulators shall be subjected to the routine mechanical test, per section 10.

The following tests (7.1.2.1, 7.1.2.2) shall be carried out on three test insulators in the s

mechanical test



sulator as is exerted by 50% of the SCL in normal application.

Each 24 hour cycle has a minimum of 8 hours at both +50ºC and -35ºC ±5K. The 24 hour cycle

shall be run twice, with the direction of the load reversed after the first cycle.

interrupted for the load direction reversal and for maintenance of the test

equipment for a total duration of 2 hours.


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mechanical portion


fiberglass rod

cess and design, shall be selected. One of these


metal) will be at least 15 times the core diameter. If shorter insulators are tested, the

The following tests (7.1.2.1, 7.1.2.2) shall be carried out on three test insulators in the sequence



35ºC ±5K. The 24 hour cycle

interrupted for the load direction reversal and for maintenance of the test


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7.1.2.2 Water immersion test

The three test insulators will be immersed in boiling water for 42 continuous hours (de

water with 0.1% NaCl or tap water adjusted to a conductivity of 1650 µS/cm ±50 µS/cm at 20º C

25ºC). After the 42 hour boiling period, the insulators will remain in the vessel until the water

cools to approximately 50ºC. This temperature will be maintained until the

started.

7.1.3 Verification tests

The following verification tests (7.1.3.1, 7.1.3.2, 7.1.3.3) shall be completed within 48 hours

following the removal of the insulators from the water.

7.1.3.1 Visual examination

The housing shall be inspec

are permitted.

7.1.3.2 Steep-front impulse test

The three test specimens will be fitted with a sharp edged electrode, consisting of a clip made of

copper strip approximately 20mm wide and le

firmly on the housing or sheath between the weathersheds, forming two sections of 500 mm or

smaller axial length. If the test specimens have an insulating length that is less than or equal to

500mm, the voltage will be applied between the end fittings (no clip is necessary).

An impulse voltage with a steepness of at least 1000 kV/µs will be applied to each test section.

Each section will be stressed with 25 impulses of positive polarity and 25 impulses of

polarity. Each impulse shall cause an external flashover of the test section. No punctures of any

part of the insulator shall occur.

The electrodes used to form the test sections will be removed prior to the power frequency voltage

test.

7.1.3.3 Power frequency voltage test

The dry power frequency flashover voltage will be determined by averaging five flashover

voltages on each insulator per ANSI/IEEE 4. The flashover voltage will be reached within 1

minutes by increasing the voltage linearly fro

insulator will be determined using the same procedure.

The average flashover voltage for each test insulator will be at least 90% of the flashover voltage

of the reference insulator.

The three test insulators and the reference insulator will be allowed to reach thermal equilibrium

with the surrounding atmosphere. All four insulator will then be subjected to 80% of the reference

insulator flashover voltage for 30 minutes. No puncture of any part of the in

and the temperature of the shank (measured immediately after the test) will not be more than 20ºC

above the ambient temperature.


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Water immersion test

The three test insulators will be immersed in boiling water for 42 continuous hours (de

% NaCl or tap water adjusted to a conductivity of 1650 µS/cm ±50 µS/cm at 20º C


cools to approximately 50ºC. This temperature will be maintained until the verification tests are


following the removal of the insulators from the water.

Visual examination

The housing shall be inspected visually. No cracks or crazing of the elastomeric shed or housing

front impulse test


copper strip approximately 20mm wide and less than 1mm in thickness. The electrode will



tage will be applied between the end fittings (no clip is necessary).


Each section will be stressed with 25 impulses of positive polarity and 25 impulses of


part of the insulator shall occur.


ower frequency voltage test



minutes by increasing the voltage linearly from zero. The flashover voltage of the reference

insulator will be determined using the same procedure.


of the reference insulator.

tors and the reference insulator will be allowed to reach thermal equilibrium


insulator flashover voltage for 30 minutes. No puncture of any part of the insulator shall occur,


above the ambient temperature.


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The three test insulators will be immersed in boiling water for 42 continuous hours (de-ionized

% NaCl or tap water adjusted to a conductivity of 1650 µS/cm ±50 µS/cm at 20º C -


verification tests are


ted visually. No cracks or crazing of the elastomeric shed or housing


ss than 1mm in thickness. The electrode will be




Each section will be stressed with 25 impulses of positive polarity and 25 impulses of negative





m zero. The flashover voltage of the reference


tors and the reference insulator will be allowed to reach thermal equilibrium


sulator shall occur,



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Test Results:

Clause 7.1.1 – Test specimens:

The samples evaluated were catalog number P300046S0040 w

of the sales drawing is included as figure 1.

Clause 7.1.2.1 – Thermal-

The thermal-mechanical portion of the test was performed at

load profile is shown as figure 2.

PowerTech’s report stated, “No breakage of the end fittings or visible deformation or pullout of

the core rod occurred.”


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Test specimens:

The samples evaluated were catalog number P300046S0040 with an S.C.L. of 5400 lbf. A copy

of the sales drawing is included as figure 1.

Figure 1

-mechanical Test:

mechanical portion of the test was performed at PowerTech Labs. A typical thermal

load profile is shown as figure 2.



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ith an S.C.L. of 5400 lbf. A copy

PowerTech Labs. A typical thermal-



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Clause 7.1.2.2 – Water Immersion Test:

The samples were immersed in boiling water in accordance with the standard.

Clause 7.1.3.1 – Visual examination:

Each of the insulators was examined. No cracks were found.

Clause 7.1.3.2 – Steep-front impulse voltage test:

Each of the insulators was subjected to a steep

insulators into sections shorter than 500 mm. All flashovers were external. The data is contained

in tables 1 2and 3.


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Water Immersion Test:

mersed in boiling water in accordance with the standard.

Figure 2

Visual examination:

Each of the insulators was examined. No cracks were found.

front impulse voltage test:

of the insulators was subjected to a steep-front impulse voltage by sub-dividing the



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Sample

Line 9 sheds

End/Pol. Top/+ Top/-

1 399 368

2 396 366

3 399 366

4 394 366

5 394 368

6 394 368

7 394 366

8 394 366

9 394 366

10 396 368

11 394 366

12 394 366

13 391 366

14 394 366

15 391 366

16 396 366

17 396 366

18 394 368

19 391 366

20 399 366

21 391 366

22 391 366

23 394 368

24 391 366

25 394 366

Pass Pass


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Table 1

Sample #1

Line Mid 10 sheds Ground Mid 10 sheds Ground 9 sheds

- Mid/+ Mid/- Mid/+ Mid/- Grd./+

368 362 370 401 370 384

366 362 373 404 370 384

366 362 375 401 370 387

366 365 373 404 368 384

368 362 373 404 368 387

368 362 373 404 368 387

366 365 373 404 370 384

366 362 373 404 368 387

366 365 373 401 368 387

368 360 373 404 368 387

366 362 370 404 370 387

366 362 373 408 370 387

366 365 373 404 368 387

366 365 373 405 370 381

366 365 370 401 366 384

366 365 373 404 370 384

366 362 375 401 368 384

368 365 373 404 370 384

366 365 373 399 370 384

366 362 370 401 368 384

366 362 370 404 370 384

366 362 373 404 368 384

368 362 373 404 370 384

366 365 370 404 368 384

366 365 370 408 370 384

Pass Pass Pass Pass Pass Pass


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Ground 9 sheds

Grd./-

368

368

361

370

370

370

370

370

370

370

370

370

370

368

370

370

370

368

370

370

370

366

368

370

370

Pass


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Sample

Line 9 sheds


1 394 375

2 399 375

3 391 370

4 391 370

5 394 373

6 391 373

7 399 370

8 391 373

9 394 373

10 394 373

11 391 370

12 394 373

13 394 370

14 391 370

15 394 370

16 391 373

17 396 370

18 394 370

19 394 370

20 394 370

21 396 375

22 394 370

23 394 370

24 394 370

25 394 370

Pass Pass


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Table 2

Sample #2 Line Mid 10 sheds Ground Mid 10 sheds Ground 9 sheds


375 401 366 396 368 384

375 404 370 399 368 387

370 405 370 396 368 384

370 404 370 399 366 381

373 410 368 399 370 387

373 405 370 396 370 387

370 404 366 399 370 384

373 401 370 399 366 387

373 404 368 401 368 384

373 404 370 399 370 381

370 404 373 401 368 384

373 408 370 401 368 384

370 401 370 399 370 384

370 408 373 399 368 384

370 401 370 399 370 384

373 399 370 399 368 384

370 401 370 401 370 384

370 404 370 399 370 384

370 404 370 399 368 381

370 404 368 399 368 384

375 404 370 399 368 381

370 404 368 399 368 384

370 404 368 399 370 384

370 404 366 399 368 384

370 404 368 399 370 387



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Grd./-

370

373

373

375

373

375

375

373

375

373

370

370

373

373

370

370

370

373

370

373

370

370

370

370

370

Pass


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Clause 7.1.3.3 – Dry power frequency voltage test:

The 3 sample insulators were tested for dry flas

was performed. Data is contained in tables 4 and 5. All corrections are in accordance with ANSI

C29.1

Reference

Bar (cmHg) 73.4

Temp dry (ºC) 23.05

Rel. Hum. 17.7

Sample

Line 9 sheds


1 391 375

2 391 375

3 391 373

4 390 373

5 396 373

6 391 375

7 394 375

8 394 373

9 394 370

10 394 373

11 391 373

12 396 373

13 394 373

14 391 373

15 391 373

16 391 373

17 394 373

18 394 373

19 391 375

20 391 373

21 394 370

22 394 373

23 394 375

24 394 373

25 391 373

Pass Pass


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Table 3

Dry power frequency voltage test:

The 3 sample insulators were tested for dry flashover values and a 30-minute, 80% withstand test


Reference Unit 1 Unit 2 Unit 3

73.4 73.4 73.4

23.05 23.5 23.5 23.0

17.6 17.3 17.7

Table 4

Sample #3 Line Mid 10 sheds Ground Mid 10 sheds Ground 9 sheds


375 401 375 399 370 384

375 401 378 401 370 389

373 405 378 404 370 391

373 404 378 404 370 391

373 404 375 401 370 391

375 405 375 404 370 391

375 404 373 408 370 391

373 408 373 404 370 391

370 404 370 401 370 390

373 408 375 404 370 387

373 405 375 404 370 387

373 404 375 401 370 387

373 401 378 404 380 391

373 404 375 404 302 391

373 401 375 401 382 391

373 401 375 404 382 391

373 401 375 401 382 390

373 401 375 404 382 390

375 404 375 404 382 390

373 405 375 405 382 391

370 401 375 405 382 391

373 405 375 405 382 391

375 399 375 401 382 390

373 404 378 401 382 391

373 401 370 401 380 391



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Ground 9 sheds

Grd./-

378

380

380

380

382

382

382

382

382

382

382

380

382

380

382

380

382

380

380

380

378

382

378

380

378

Pass


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Corrected Flashovers

Flashover No. Reference

1 491

2 491

3 485

4 497

5 504

6 504

7 479

8 491

9 479

10 479

Average

Flashover 490

30 Minute Withstand Test

Start Withstand

End Withstand

Temperature Differential

Differential from Ambient

Conclusions:

The samples of the Quadri*Sil Series 300 Line Post insulators manufactured with Chance Epoxy Series 300

E-CR DD rod and 1800-120V silicone rubber met all of the requirements of the test proto


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Reference Unit 1 Unit 2 Unit 3

491 498 497

479 480 497

473 498 497

461 498 491

479 498 497

473 498 497

479 480 497

461 504 491

473 480 479

473 480 497

474 491 494

30 Minute Withstand Test

kV ºC kV ºC kV ºC

392 18.7 392 17.5 392 17.5

392 21.8 392 23 392 21.7

Temperature Differential 3.1 5.5 4.2

ential from Ambient -1.7 -.5 -1.3

Table 5


120V silicone rubber met all of the requirements of the test protocol.


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col.


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Introduction:

Three samples of Quadri*Sil, series 300 line post, catalog number P300053S0020 were used for the

performance of the core time-load test in accordance wit

manufactured without polymer on the core rod and employed Epoxy E

in Aiken.

Test Protocol:

The testing was performed in accordance with the following protocol.

7.2.1 Core time-load test

7.2.1.1 Test specimens

Three insulators manufactured on the production line using the standard end fittings shall be

selected. The section length (pole face to line attachment) shall be between 15 and 24 times the

diameter of the core, or the lon

7.2.1.2 Core time load test

Each insulator shall be gradually loaded to 40% of the SCL or the manufacturer’s RCL (whichever is

greater) at a temperature of 20ºC ± 10 K. The load shall be applied to the insulat

position, approximately perpendicular to the intended orientation of the conductor and

approximately perpendicular to the core of the insulator. The load shall be maintained for at least

96 hours.

7.2.1.3 Evaluation

7.2.1.3.1 Visual examination

After removal of the load, visually inspect the base end fitting for cracks or permanent

deformation. All threaded connections must be intact and usable.

7.2.1.3.2 Dissection and dye penetration

Cut each insulator 90º to the axis

the base end fitting longitudinally into two halves in the plane of the previously applied cantilever

load. The cut surfaces shall be smoothed by means of fine abrasive cloth (grain size 180

The cut halves shall be visually inspected for cracks and delamination. The presence of cracks or

delamination in the fiberglass rod shall constitute failure.


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Core Time-Load Test

ANSI C29.17 – Clause 7.2.1



load test in accordance with ANSI C29.17, clause 7.2.1. The insulators were

manufactured without polymer on the core rod and employed Epoxy E-CR DD fiberglass rod manufactured

testing was performed in accordance with the following protocol.



diameter of the core, or the longest length to be manufactured, whichever is less.


greater) at a temperature of 20ºC ± 10 K. The load shall be applied to the insulator at the conductor



mination


deformation. All threaded connections must be intact and usable.

7.2.1.3.2 Dissection and dye penetration

Cut each insulator 90º to the axis of the core and about 50 mm from the base end fitting, then cut


load. The cut surfaces shall be smoothed by means of fine abrasive cloth (grain size 180


delamination in the fiberglass rod shall constitute failure.


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h ANSI C29.17, clause 7.2.1. The insulators were

CR DD fiberglass rod manufactured




or at the conductor




of the core and about 50 mm from the base end fitting, then cut


load. The cut surfaces shall be smoothed by means of fine abrasive cloth (grain size 180).



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A dye penetration test shall be performed on the cut surfaces in accordance with ISO 34

reveal cracks. The presence of cracks or delamination in the fiberglass rod shall constitute

failure.

Test Results:

The first two insulators were loaded in opposition to one another. A load cell was included in the

connecting link. The third sample was loaded against a reference insulator for which the data was not

included.

Sample No. Catalog No.

1R & 1L P300053S0020

1R & 1L P300053S0020

3R P300053S0020

3R P300053S0020

No failures occurred during the period of applied load. An examination of the bases and associated

hardware for each of the insulators found no damage.

The dye penetration test was performed on each of the samples. No dye penetration was found.

Conclusions:

The sample Quadri*Sil, series 300 line post insulators met the requirements of the test.


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A dye penetration test shall be performed on the cut surfaces in accordance with ISO 34



sample was loaded against a reference insulator for which the data was not

Date Time Load, lb

10/8/12 1200 2360

10/12/12 1200 2360

10/18/12 1130 2360

10/22/12 1130 2360


for each of the insulators found no damage.


The sample Quadri*Sil, series 300 line post insulators met the requirements of the test.


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A dye penetration test shall be performed on the cut surfaces in accordance with ISO 3452 to



sample was loaded against a reference insulator for which the data was not

Comments

Start of Test

End of Test

Start of Test

End of Test




DATE May 29, 2012


Introduction:

The tensile load test was performed on samples of Quadri*Sil Series 300 line posts, catalog number

P300046S0360. These insulators were manufactured with Chance Ep

nominal diameter), 1800-120V silicone rubber and Chemlok 608 coupling agent. The test was performed in

accordance with ANSI C29.17, clause 7.2.2.

Test Protocol:

The test protocol is listed below.

7.2.2 Specified tensile load test



selected.

7.2.2.2 Test procedures

A tensile load shall be applied to each insulator in line with the axis of the core of t

load shall be increased rapidly but smoothly from zero to 75% of the Specified Tensile Load (S.T.L.)

and shall then gradually increased in a time between 30 and 90 seconds until the STL is reached. If

the S.T.L. is reached in less than

90 seconds. At the conclusion of 90s, the load shall be removed.

7.2.2.3 Test evaluation

The test shall be regarded as passed if there is no evidence of:

• Pull out of the core from the end

• Breakage of the end fitting


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Tensile Load Test

ANSI C29.17 – Clause 7.2.2



These insulators were manufactured with Chance Epoxy E-CR DD fiberglass rod (3”

120V silicone rubber and Chemlok 608 coupling agent. The test was performed in

accordance with ANSI C29.17, clause 7.2.2.

load test


A tensile load shall be applied to each insulator in line with the axis of the core of the insulator. The



the S.T.L. is reached in less than 90 seconds, the load shall be maintained for the remainder of the

90 seconds. At the conclusion of 90s, the load shall be removed.

The test shall be regarded as passed if there is no evidence of:

Pull out of the core from the end fitting

Breakage of the end fitting


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CR DD fiberglass rod (3”

120V silicone rubber and Chemlok 608 coupling agent. The test was performed in


he insulator. The



90 seconds, the load shall be maintained for the remainder of the


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Test Results:

The results of the test are contained in table 1.

Sample Number Catalog Number

1 P300046S0360

2 P300046S0360

3 P300046S0360

Analysis:

All three samples met the requirements of the test protocol.

Conclusions:

The Quadri*Sil Series 300 line post insulators manufactured with

tensile load test.


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The results of the test are contained in table 1.

Catalog Number STL (lbf) Sample Status

P300046S0360 33577 Crimp Slip

P300046S0360 40707 Crimp Slip

P300046S0360 41622 Crimp Sli

Table 1

All three samples met the requirements of the test protocol.

post insulators manufactured with Chance E-CR DD epoxy


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Sample Status

Crimp Slip

Crimp Slip

Crimp Slip

CR DD epoxy rod passed the


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Housing Tracking and Erosion Test

Quadri*Sil

Introduction:

Two samples of Quadri*Sil Series 300 line post insulators, c

tested using the protocol described in ANSI C29.17, clause 7.3. The insulators were manufactured

with 1800-120V silicone rubber polymer,

epoxy fiberglass rod.

Test Protocol:

The test protocol of the standard follows:

7.3 Housing tracking and erosion tests

7.3.1 Test Specimen.

Two insulators or test specimens will be tested, in accordance with ANSI C29.11. . The specimen

length will be chosen such that the leakage

least two weathersheds.

If the same elastomeric materials and manufacturing method have been previously qualified, per

ANSI C29.11, this qualification section will not be repeated.

7.3.1.1 Test chamber.

The test is to be performed in a test apparatus as defined in ANSI C29.11.

7.3.1.2 Test Conditions.

The test is to be performed for a duration of 1000 hours as described in ANSI C29.11.

7.3.1.3 Evaluation.

No tracking is allowed. No weath

the core.

The IEC method regarding flashovers was adopted from standard 62217 as a modification.

If more than one flashover occurs at the initial NaCl content, the test shall be re

halved value of the NaCl content. The insulators are washed by tap water and the test re

within 8 h (interruption times shall not be counted as part of the test duration). This may be

repeated until interruptions no longer occur. The appl

be noted.

The numbers of flashovers and trip


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Housing Tracking and Erosion Test

ANSI C29.17 – Clause 7.3

Quadri*Sil Series 300 Line Post Insulator

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Two samples of Quadri*Sil Series 300 line post insulators, catalog number P300008S0360, were


120V silicone rubber polymer, Chemlok 608 coupling agent and Aiken manufactured

The test protocol of the standard follows:

Housing tracking and erosion tests

or test specimens will be tested, in accordance with ANSI C29.11. . The specimen

length will be chosen such that the leakage distance falls between 200 and 700 mm and includes at


ANSI C29.11, this qualification section will not be repeated.

The test is to be performed in a test apparatus as defined in ANSI C29.11.


No tracking is allowed. No weathershed punctures are allowed. Erosion is not allowed to reach


If more than one flashover occurs at the initial NaCl content, the test shall be re-starte

halved value of the NaCl content. The insulators are washed by tap water and the test re


repeated until interruptions no longer occur. The application of any of the above measures shall

The numbers of flashovers and trip-outs shall be recorded and noted in the test report.


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atalog number P300008S0360, were


coupling agent and Aiken manufactured

or test specimens will be tested, in accordance with ANSI C29.11. . The specimen

distance falls between 200 and 700 mm and includes at



ershed punctures are allowed. Erosion is not allowed to reach


started at a

halved value of the NaCl content. The insulators are washed by tap water and the test re-started


ication of any of the above measures shall

outs shall be recorded and noted in the test report.


DATE May 29, 2012


Test Data:

The samples evaluated would have been catalog number

that can be manufactured would include 20 weathersheds. These insulators only utilized

weathersheds and so had one end with a normal seal, with the opposite seal filled with RTV

end fitting.

The two sample insulators were mounted as prescribed i

on March 7th, 2012, and concluded on

A synopsis of the event log for the salt fog chamber is shown in table 1.

Date Stop Time

3/7/12

3/19/12

3/20/12

3/21/12

3/22/12

3/27/12

3/28/12

4/28/12 0700

A bus fault resulted in numerous trip

of the test.

Upon removal, each of the insulators was visually examined. There were no holes, tracki

erosion to the core.

Conclusion:

The Quadri*Sil Series 300 line post insulators (catalog number P300008S0360)

requirements of the protocol for ANSI C29.17, clause 7.3.


May 29, 2012


would have been catalog number P300008S0360. The smallest insulator

at can be manufactured would include 20 weathersheds. These insulators only utilized

weathersheds and so had one end with a normal seal, with the opposite seal filled with RTV

The two sample insulators were mounted as prescribed in the test protocol. The test was initiated

and concluded on April 28th, 2012. The applied voltage was 18.62

A synopsis of the event log for the salt fog chamber is shown in table 1.

Stop Time Start Time Timer hours

0 Start test

kV

0830 217 Power Outage






1012

Table 2

A bus fault resulted in numerous trip-outs. There were no identified flashovers during the course

Upon removal, each of the insulators was visually examined. There were no holes, tracki

The Quadri*Sil Series 300 line post insulators (catalog number P300008S0360) met all of the

requirements of the protocol for ANSI C29.17, clause 7.3.


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The smallest insulator

at can be manufactured would include 20 weathersheds. These insulators only utilized 6

weathersheds and so had one end with a normal seal, with the opposite seal filled with RTV at the

n the test protocol. The test was initiated

, 2012. The applied voltage was 18.62 kV.

Remarks

Start test – 18.62

kV – 10 kg/m3

Power Outage

Power Outage

Power Outage

Power Outage

Power Outage

Power Outage

End of Test

outs. There were no identified flashovers during the course

Upon removal, each of the insulators was visually examined. There were no holes, tracking or

met all of the

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DATE November 7, 2012



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est Report; Quadri*Sil Series 300 Line Post Insulators

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ANSI C29.17

Introduction:

Weathershed and shank sections were cut from an insulator molded by PNT using HPS silicone rubber

compound 1800-120V. The Aging or Weathering Test as outlined in ANSI C29.17

performed using the Fluorescent UV Method (ASTM G 53). The test was performed in QUV machines

using UVB-313 bulbs.

Details:

The test was performed on both stressed and unstressed samples of the polymer. Stressed samples were

placed in tension by bending them in half and positioning them in the machine so that the maximum UV

exposure occurred on the section under tensile stress. The daily exposure cycle was 16 hours of UV

exposure and 8 hours of condensation. The test protocol requires a min

without evidence of cracking or crazing.

Conclusions:

The samples were exposed for 1505 hours total time (1004 hours UV exposure). There were no indications

of degradation, cracking, fading, chalking or loss of hydrophobi


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ANSI C29.17 – Clause 7.3.2 – Aging or Weathering Test

Silicone Rubber 1800-120V

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120V. The Aging or Weathering Test as outlined in ANSI C29.17 – clause 7.



n by bending them in half and positioning them in the machine so that the maximum UV


exposure and 8 hours of condensation. The test protocol requires a minimum of 1000 hours exposure

without evidence of cracking or crazing.


of degradation, cracking, fading, chalking or loss of hydrophobicity.


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clause 7.3.2, was



n by bending them in half and positioning them in the machine so that the maximum UV


imum of 1000 hours exposure





Quadri*Sil Series 300 Line Post Insulators

Introduction:

The dye penetration test was performed on

number P300046S0360. The insulators were manufactured with Chance Epoxy E

1800-120V silicone rubber and Chemlok 608 coupling agent.

Test Protocol:

The test was performed in accordance with ANSI C29.

7.4.1 Dye Penetration Test

Ten samples will be prepared and tested in accordance with ANSI C29.11. There will be

no dye solution penetration through the sample after fifteen minutes of exposure.

ANSI C29.11



Ten core samples shall be cut from an insulator. The length of the samples shall

be 10 mm ± 0.5 mm. They shall be cut nominally 90° to the axis of the core with

diamond

shall be smoothed with a 180

and approximately parallel

7.4.1.2 Test

The samples shall be placed on a layer of steel or glass balls in a vessel with the

fiber vertical. The balls shall be of the same dia

to 2 mm. The dye, composed of 1 gram of fuchsin in 100 grams of methanol, is

poured into the vessel until its level is 2 mm to 3 mm above the top of the balls.

7.4.1.3 Evaluation

The time for the dye to rise through the sampl

than 15 minutes.


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Dye Penetration test

ANSI C29.17 - Clause 7.4.1

Quadri*Sil Series 300 Line Post Insulators


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The dye penetration test was performed on samples of Quadri*Sil Series 300 line post insulators, catalog

number P300046S0360. The insulators were manufactured with Chance Epoxy E-CR DD fiberglass rod,

120V silicone rubber and Chemlok 608 coupling agent.

The test was performed in accordance with ANSI C29.17 clause 7.4.1





.4.1.1 Test specimens



diamond-coated circular saw blade under cool running water. The cut surfa

shall be smoothed with a 180-grit abrasive cloth. The cut ends shall be clean

and approximately parallel


fiber vertical. The balls shall be of the same diameter and in the range of 1 mm



7.4.1.3 Evaluation

The time for the dye to rise through the samples by capillarity shall be more

than 15 minutes.


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ine post insulators, catalog

CR DD fiberglass rod,





coated circular saw blade under cool running water. The cut surfaces

grit abrasive cloth. The cut ends shall be clean


meter and in the range of 1 mm



es by capillarity shall be more




Test Results:

The characteristics of the samples and the results of the dye penetration test are contained in table 1.

Sample

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Conclusion:

All of the samples of the 3” rod manufactured with the 1800

the test.


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Sample Length Time Pass/Fail

10.15 > 15 minutes P







9.98 > 15 minutes P



Table 3

es of the 3” rod manufactured with the 1800-120V silicone rubber met the requirements of


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120V silicone rubber met the requirements of

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DATE: November 7, 2012

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ANSI C29.17 - Clause 7.4.2

Water Diffusion Test

P300046S0360 Series 300 Quadri*Sil

Introduction:

The water diffusion test was performed on samples cut from a P300046S0360 Series 300 Quadri*Sil line

post. The insulator was manufactured with Chance epoxy fiberglass rod with E-CR DD glass fibers,

Chemlok 608 coupling agent and 1800-120V silicone rubber polymer housings.

Test Protocol:

The test was performed in accordance with ANSI C29.17 clause 7.4.2

7.4.2 Water diffusion test

Six samples will be prepared in accordance with ANSI C29.11. The electrodes will be

modified to provide total coverage of the cross sectional area, which insures puncture of

the rod sample. The test arrangement is shown in figure 1. No puncture or surface

flashover is allowed. The current during the test shall not exceed 1-mA, rms.

Test Results:

Samples were cut and prepared as prescribed in ANSI C29.11. Boiling was initiated on October 23rd, 2011,

at 10:45 a.m. and ended on October 27th, 2011, at 2:50 p.m. The samples were removed from the vessel

and subjected to the electrical test. The data is contained in table 1.

Sample

No.

Length

(mm)

Voltage

(kV)

Current

(µA –

peak)

Time

(minutes)

Results Comments

1 29.95 12.1 220 1 Pass

2 30.10 12.1 220 1 Pass

3 30.48 12.1 220 1 Pass

4 30.45 12.2 220 1 Pass

5 29.65 12.1 220 1 Pass

6 30.42 12.0 220 1 Pass

Table 4

Conclusion

All of the samples of the Series 300 Quadri*Sil line post insulator met the requirements of the test protocol.




ANSI C29.17 – Clause 7.5

Flammability Tests

Silicone Rubber 1800-120V Rubber Compound

R.K. Niedermier

October 26, 2001




I. INTRODUCTION

This report describes the results of flammability tests on OB polymer compound

1800-120V. This rubber compound is used for the injection molding of insulators

manufactured by The Ohio Brass Company.

The tests were conducted in accordance with IEC Publication 707, “Methods of

test for the determination of flammability of solid electrical insulating materials

when exposed to an igniting source.”

The specific tests employed were IEC Method FV: Flame – Vertical specimen.

II. RESULTS

Method FV:

The igniting source and test units are defined in paragraphs 9.1 and 9.2 of the

referenced publication.

Procedure:

“Each specimen is to be fixed vertically by the clamp on the ring stand. The

burner is placed remote from the specimen, ignited and adjusted in the vertical

position to produce a blue flame 20+-2 mm high. The flame is obtained by

adjusting the gas supply and the air ports of the burner until a 20+-2 mm yellow

tipped blue flame is produced and then the air supply is increased until the yellow

tip disappears. The height of the flame is measured again and corrected in

necessary.

The burner is to be placed centrally under the lower end of the test specimen and

allowed to remain for 10 s. The burner is then to be withdrawn at least 150 mm

away and the duration of flaming of the specimen noted. When flaming of the

specimen ceases, the burner is to be immediately placed again under the

specimen. After 10 s the burner is again to be withdrawn and the duration of

flaming and glowing to be noted.

If the specimen drips molten or flaming material during either of the flame

applications, the burner may be tilted to an angle up to 45 degrees and also

slightly withdrawn away from one of the 13 mm sides of the specimen during the

flame application, to avoid material dripping into the tube of the burner.

If the specimen drips molten or flaming material or is consumed during the test,

the burner is to be hand-held, and the 10 mm distance between the bottom of the

specimen and the top of the burner tube is to be maintained during the flame

application. Any molten strings of the material are to be ignored and the flame is

to be applied to the major portion of the specimen.”




Evaluation:

1800-120V is classified as Category FV 0 material based on the following test

results:

Flaming Combustion Time (s)

First flame Second flame

Sample Application Application

1 0 0

2 0 0

3 0 0

4 0 0

5 0 0

6 0 0

7 0 0

8 0 0

As shown, the total flaming combustion time for the sixteen flame applications to

the set of eight specimens was 0 seconds.

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