Power Cable Testing
132kV Power Cable Testing Laboratory Configuration
This specialized Faraday cage setup enables precise 132kV cable testing with external resonant system placement, optimizing space while maintaining <2pC partial discharge sensitivity.
Faraday Cage Specifications
Component | Dimensions | Quantity |
---|---|---|
Main Shielded Enclosure | 8m × 8m × 5m (H) | 1 |
Cable Access Door | 3.5m × 4m | 1 |
Operator Access Door | 1.9m × 0.9m | 1 |
Control Room | 3.0m × 3.5m × 2.8m | 1 |
Cable Trolley System | 15 ton capacity with guide rail | 1 set |
Test System Configuration
External Components
HTKS 250kV/5000kVA Resonant System (tank-type)
Connected via HV bushing feedthrough
Space-saving external placement
Water Conditioning Unit
Control Room with observation window
Internal Components
Test Area Contents:
HV filter system
Injection capacitor
250kV cable test terminations (oil/water type)
Cable drum with lead rail
Safety Clearance: 1.2-1.5m around all HV terminals
Key Design Features
Space Optimization
External placement of bulky resonant test system
Dedicated cable trolley rail system
Vertical clearance for cable bending radius
Safety Systems
Segregated operator control room
Interlocked access doors
Clear HV danger zone markings
Testing Process Flow
Cable preparation on 15-ton trolley
Termination connection in test area
System energization from control room
Partial discharge monitoring
Water cooling system operation
Installation Notes
Faraday cage attenuation: >80dB @1MHz
Ground resistance: <1Ω
HV bushing penetration: Custom-sized for cable terminations
Floor load capacity: 2000kg/m²
Custom Configuration Service
This standard layout can be adapted for: