Title :
A new cable pulling friction measurement method and results
Author :
Fee, J.M. ; Quist, D.J.
Author_Institution :
American Polywater Corp., Stillwater, MN, USA
Abstract :
Cable pulling friction coefficients are determined using a specially designed, multiple conduit bend apparatus. The theory of the multi-bend method is described. Measurements covering variations in lubrication, cable jacket, cable/conduit size ratio (fill), number of cables, and sidewall pressure are presented. An effective coefficient of friction is determined for cable pulled on top of in-place cable. The data should provide a better understanding of the variables which produce cable pulling tension. Better estimates of tension may also be made possible
Keywords :
cable sheathing; friction; mechanical variables measurement; power cables; cable jacket; cable pulling friction measurement method; cable pulling tension; cable/conduit size ratio; lubrication; multiple conduit bend apparatus; sidewall pressure; Cable shielding; Communication cables; Equations; Friction; Logic testing; Lubricants; Lubrication; Pressure control; Pressure measurement; Size measurement;
Conference_Titel :
Transmission and Distribution Conference, 1991., Proceedings of the 1991 IEEE Power Engineering Society
Conference_Location :
Dallas, TX
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-0219-2
DOI :
10.1109/TDC.1991.169477