Cable Terminal Kit
Cable Terminal Kit
Cable Terminal Kit
Product Description 3MTM Cold Shrink Silicone Rubber Three-Conductor Cable Termination Kit QT-III,
7600-3W Series is designed to accommodate medium-voltage 3/C shielded power
cables without ground wires.
Each termination kit is supplied with all the materials required for terminating one
three conductor cable. Terminal and lugs must be ordered separately. (Consult the
3M Electrical Products Catalog.)
All main termination components are produced from color-matched dark gray silicone
rubber. These components are:
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Features x Versatile, installs quickly and accommodates a wide range of cable sizes
x Simple hand application, no need for special installation tools
x No torches or heat required
x No specific user skills or craftsmanship required
x Excellent resistance to ozone and ultraviolet radiation
x Good solvent resistance, compatible with industry-approved cable cleaners
x Excellent thermal stability
x High dry and wet insulation resistance
x Highly flexible – accommodates most power cable supplier bend radius
recommendations
x Seals tight – designed to retain resiliency and pressure even after prolonged
years of aging and exposure
Applications 3MTM Cold Shrink Silicone Rubber Three-Conductor Cable Termination Kit QT-III,
7600-3W Series, is designed to accommodate three-conductor power cables
ranging from 8 AWG (8 mm2) @ 3 kV to 500 KCMil (240 mm2) @ 35 kV. They are
compatible with the following solid dielectric insulation types:
30 kV (U) (IEC)
7680-S8-3W 7680-S8-3W 7680-S8-3W *
35 kV (AIEC)
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Light Heavy
Areas without industry and with low-density housing High-density industrial areas and some urban areas
areas subjected to frequent winds and/or rainfall with with high-density housing, especially those with
low-density industry and housing infrequent rainfall
Agricultural areas * Areas subjected to a moderate concentration of
Mountainous areas conductive dust, particularly deposits from industrial
smoke
All of these regions should be situated at least 7 miles Areas generally close to the coast and exposed to
from the coast and should not be exposed to coastal coastal spray or to strong winds carrying sand and
winds.** salt, and subjected to regular condensation
Non-polluting industrial areas subject to infrequent Usually very limited areas having extremely heavy
rainfall and with average-density housing pollutants from industrial sites, especially those
Areas subject to frequent winds and/or rainfall with located near oceans and subjected to prevailing winds
high-density industry and housing from the sea
Areas exposed to wind from the coast, but generally Very small isolated areas where terminations are
over two miles from the coast located immediately adjacent to a pollutant source,
especially downwind (cement plants, paper mills, etc.)
* Use of spray type fertilizers and the burning of crop residues can lead to a higher pollution level due to dispersal by wind.
** Coastline separation distances depend on the topography of the coastal area and on wind speed conditions.
Physical and Electrical If additional information is desired, please see the individual component data sheet.
Properties
Product No.
Component
Reference
Breakout Boot 8560 Series
Re-jacketing Sleeve RJS- Series
QT-III Termination 7620/90/80 Series
Ratings
3MTM Cold Shrink Silicone Rubber Three-Conductor Cable Termination Kit QT-III,
7600-3W Series can be used on cables rated with a continuous operating
temperature of 105° C and emergency overload temperature of 140° C.
7600-3W Series terminations meet or exceed the current rating of the cable on which
they are applied.
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Material Characteristics
Hydrophobicity
The inherent hydrophobic nature of the silicone rubber compound used to make
7600-3W Series Termination components tends to reject moisture accumulation, and
thereby, reduces the probability for discharge-initiated material erosion and tracking.
Severe environmental conditions that are sustained for long time periods can cause
any polymeric surface to lose its hydrophobicity. Because of this, EPD polymers
and others tend to lose their hydrophobic nature over time. Porcelain surfaces
become increasingly hydrophilic with time, which can result in premature failure or
flashover. Silicone surfaces can regenerate their hydrophobic character. This
unique ability is a major factor for ensuring a long service life.
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Final determining factor is cable insulation diameter. Listed insulation ranges allow 0.10” (+2,54 mm) for shielding.
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7621-T110-3W 110 0.50-0.70 (12.7-7,8 ) 50-95 38-60 1-3/0 14-38 53-70 2-2/0 10-50 16-25 2-1 -- --
7622-T110-3W 110 0.70-0.92 (17,8-23,4) 120-185 100-150 4/0-400 -60-100 95-150- 3/0-350- 70-150 35-95 1/0-4/0 -- --
7624-T110-3W 110 0.92-1.18 (23,4-30,0) 240-300 200-250 500-750 150-250 185-300 400-600 185-300 120-185 250-450 -- --
7625-T110-3W 110 1.18-1.52 (30,0-38,6) -- 300-225 800-1000 300-325 -- 750-100 -- 200-325 500-750 -- --
7624-T125-3W 125 0.92-1.18 (23,4-30,0) 240-300 200-250 500-750 150-250 185-300 400-600 185-300 120-185 250-450 95-185 --
7625-T125-3W 125 1.18-1.52 (30,0-38,6) -- 300-225 800-1000 300-325 -- 750-100 -- 200-325 500-750 240-300 --
7693-T150-3W 150 0.70-0.92 (17,8-23,4) 120-185 100- 4/0-400 60-100 95-150 3/0-350 70-150 35-95 1/0-4/0 25-70 2-1/0
+150
7694-T150-3W 150 0.92-1.18 (23,4-30,0) 240-+300 200-250 500-750 150-250 185-300 400-800 185-300 120-185 250-450 95-185 2/0-250
7695-T150-3W 150 1.18-1.52 (30,0-38,6) ---- 300-325 800-1000 300-325 -- 750-1000 -- 200-325 500-750 -240-300 300-500
Final determining factor is cable insulation diameter. Listed insulation ranges allow 0,10” (+2,54 mm) for shielding.
7693-S4-INV-3W 0.92-1.18 (23,4-30,0) 230-300 200-250 500-750 150-250 185-300 400-600 185-300 120-185 250-450 95-185 2/0-250
7695-S4-INV-3W 1.18-1.52 (30,0-38,6) -- 300-325 800-1000 300-325 -- 750-1000 -- 200-325 500-750 250-300 300-500
Final determining factor is cable insulation diameter. Listed insulation ranges allow 0,10” (+2,54 mm) for shielding.
Installation Techniques Detailed instructions are included in the 3/C termination kit 7600-3W Series to
provide the installer with all information required to properly install the appropriately
sized termination product. A brief summary of the installation steps for tape-shielded
cable is outlined below (Example: 7600-S4-3W Kit):
1. Remove cable jacket and armor layers. After attaching shield grounding braids,
install silicone rubber breakout boot by unwinding inner plastic supporting cores.
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2. After measuring required length, install RJS-Series silicone rubber phase re-
jacketing sleeves.
3. After preparing cable phase leg ends, install QT-III Termination Assemblies by
removing inner plastic supporting cores.
Caution
Working around energized high-voltage electrical systems may cause serious injury or death.
Installation should be performed by personnel familiar with good safety practice in handling high-voltage
electrical equipment. De-energize and ground all electrical systems before installing product.
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5 kV 8.7 kV 15 kV 25/28 kV 35 kV
Insulation Class Test
Require- Require- Require- Require- Require-
Results Results Results Results Results
ments ments ments ments ments
Partial Discharge
4.5 kV Passed 7.5 kV Passed 13 kV Passed 21.5 kV Passed 30 kV Passed
Extinction voltage @ 3 pC
Direct Voltage
50 kV Passed 65 kV Passed 75 kV Passed 105 kV Passed 140 kV Passed
15 min. Dry Withstand
Lightning Impulse
75 kV Passed 95 kV Passed 110 kV Passed 150 kV Passed 200 kV Passed
Voltage Withstand (BIL)
Partial Discharge
4.5 kV Passed 7.5 kV Passed 13 kV Passed 21.5 kV Passed 30 kV Passed
Extinction Voltage @ 3 pC
5 kV 8.7 kV 15 kV 25/28 kV 35 kV
Insulation Class Test
Require- Require- Require- Require- Require-
Results Results Results Results Results
ments ments ments ments ments
Partial Discharge
4.5 kV Passed 7.5 kV Passed 13 kV Passed 21.5 kV Passed 30 kV Passed
Extinction voltage @ 3 pC
Cycling Aging
30 days, 130°C cond. temp
9 kV Passed 15 kV Passed 26 kV Passed 43 kV Passed 60 kV Passed
Power Frequency voltage
Withstand
Partial Discharge
4.5 kV Passed 7.5 kV Passed 13 kV Passed 21.5 kV Passed 30 kV Passed
Extinction Voltage @ 3 pC
Lightning Impulse
75 kV Passed 95 kV Passed 110 kV Passed 150 kV Passed 200 kV Passed
Voltage Withstand (BIL)
Critical Performance characteristics for 3/C cable terminations include resistance to damage from impulse flashover
and from tracking during long-term exposure to severe environmental conditions.
Impulse Flashover
3M Test Method – Maximum Impulse
The purpose of this test method is to establish both the maximum impulse withstand level and the 100% impulse
flashover level (on both positive and negative polarity) for high voltage terminations.
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A 1.2 x 50 microsecond voltage wave is applied to the termination lugs as per IEEE Standard 48-1996. Additional
test standard references and procedures include those of IEEE Standard 4-1995, IEEE Standard Test Procedures
and Requirements for Alternating Current Cable Terminations 2.5 kV Through 765 kV and IEEE Standard 82-1994,
IEEE Standard Test Procedure for Impulse Voltage Tests on Insulated Conductors.
To establish the insulating performance suitability of 3MTM Cold Shrink Silicone Rubber Three Conductor Cable
Termination Kit QT-III, 7600-3W Series phase re-jacketing sleeve components, 15 kV Class termination samples
were built in two configurations: those with an exposed grounding ring at the termination base (control) and those
without. All specimens exceeded the IEEE Standard 48-1996 BIL requirement by 50% during this test. Increasing
the impulse voltage to termination flashover level resulted in no damage to the termination phase insulating re-
jacketing components.
The purpose of this test method is to establish the highest AC voltage that a termination can withstand, and is used
to determine if a termination will meet the minimum performance requirements outlined in IEEE Standard 48-1996.
Terminations are exposed to a stepped AC voltage rise to failure or flashover. The voltage magnitude required to
arc across the termination surface in air (from terminal lug to ground point) is determined.
Individual 3/C 15 kV Class Termination phases that were tested with and without exposed termination body
grounding rings achieved test levels associated with 25 kV Class products during this evaluation. Termination
phase re-jacketing sleeves ere not damaged at flashover level.
Contamination Chamber
3M Test Methods TM-402/ASTM 2132 Contaminant
Terminations are coated with a slurry consisting of flint, clay, paper pulp, salt and water and allowed to dry. They
are then placed in the test chamber where they are energized at 1.5 times rated voltage and exposed to a
continuous water mist spray from a rotating nozzle. Individual terminations are re-coated every 300 hours.
Because of the salt content and other solid particulate, this procedure is thought to be representative of industrial-
seacoast location exposures.
To determine the tracking performance capability of 7600-RJS Series re-jacketing sleeves, 15 kV Class termination
specimens were built with grounding rings located over the re-jacketing sleeves; eight and sixteen inches below the
termination bodies respectively.
Specimens exceeded 2500 hours under these test conditions. This duration equals, or exceeds, the typical
performance of 1/C conventionally grounded terminations. There were no signs of re-jacketing sleeve material
degradation or tracking at the conclusion of the test.
7600-3W Series is designed to conform to applicable international standards (IEEE-48, CENELEC HD 629.1 S1
and VDE 0278). From extensive performance testing in single phase configuration, it has been established that
these terminations meet, or exceed, the test requirements defined in these standards.
QT-III Terminations pass pressure leak tests as described in Standard IEEE-48-1996 in the single conductor
configuration and all 7600-RJS Series 3/C Termination components have demonstrated the ability to provide a good
moisture seal.
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Product The 3MTM Cold Shrink Silicone Rubber Three -Conductor Cable Termination Kit
Specifications QT-III, 7600-3W Series, design must conform to all internationally recognized
termination performance standards; specifically to VDE 0278, CENELEC HD 629.1
S1 and the Class 1 designation of IEEE-48-1996. 7600-3W Terminations shall be
made from dark gray track-resistant silicone rubber. Each component (breakout boot,
phase insulators and termination body) shall be supplied in the form of a one-piece
assembly for hand application. Installation shall require no flame, heat source or
specialized tools. The finished termination shall conform to all applicable cable
industry bend radius standards.
Engineering/ Terminate all three -conductor 3 kV though 35 kV Class shielded power cables in
Architectural accordance with the instructions provided in QT-III termination 7600-3W Series Kits.
Specifications
Shelf Life & Maximum recommended storage temperature is 110° F (43° C). The termination
Storage assemblies are not affected by freezing storage temperatures. Normal stock rotation
is recommended. As provided, in the expanded state, 3M™ Silicone Rubber Three-
Conductor Cable Termination QT-III 7600-3W Series, have an on-shelf storage life of
three years from the date of manufacture.
Maintenance Surface Cleaning – 7600-3W Series terminations are not harmed by field surface
cleaning. Established techniques for cleaning insulators and terminations in
extremely contaminated areas such as high-pressure water and pulverized corn
cobs are acceptable. It should be noted, however, that only extreme areas of
environmental contamination should require this kind of attention.
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or call 1-800-245-3573.
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