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Dielectric Discharge (DD) Testing of XLPE cables

Thread starter glendale
Start date Aug 3, 2011

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Aug 3, 2011

glendale

Electrical

Has anybody any practical experience of carrying out DD testing on XLPE (11kV) cables. I understand the principles of the test but would be interested to here from others who have actually applied the test in the field and may be able to provide some indication of its effectiveness.