3M Scotchcast™ Wye Resin Splice kit 82-B1N, 1-5 kV, Non-Shielded, 10/Case Operating instructions

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Model: Scotchcast™ Wye Resin Splice kit 82-B1N, 1-5 kV, Non-Shielded, 10/Case

Type: Operating instructions

3M Scotchcast™ Wye Resin Splice kit 82-B1N, 1-5 kV, Non-Shielded, 10/Case is designed for use in weather-exposed or direct-burial locations. You can use the kit for making tap or branch splices on unshielded, synthetic insulated cables rated 5 kV and lower when using a split solder sleeve or compression type connector. The kit can also be used to a maximum of 1000 volts when using a split bolt connector or multi-conductor cables. Here is a summary of the kit's capabilities:

Maximum Conductor Size (Split Bolt): #4 AWG
Maximum Conductor Size (Crimped): #2 AWG
Cable O.D.: 1/4" – 5/8"
Maximum Sheath Opening: 4 3/4"

Maximum Conductor Size (Split Bolt): #4 AWG
Maximum Conductor Size (Crimped): #2 AWG
Cable O.D.: 1/4" – 5/8"
Maximum Sheath Opening: 4 3/4"

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Power Cable Tape Splice Kit

82-B1

Instructions

1.0 Applications:

Designed for use in weather-exposed or direct-burial locations. For making tap or branch splices on unshielded, synthetic

insulated cables rated 5 kV and lower when using a split solder sleeve or compression type connector; and to a maximum of

1000 volts when using a split bolt connector or multi-conductor cables. These kits will accommodate the following connectors

and conductor sizes:

Kit No. Maximum Conductor Size Cable O.D. Maximum Sheath Opening

Split Bolt Crimped

82-B1 #4 AWG #2 AWG 1/4" – 5/8" 4 3/4"

2.0 Kit Contents:

Mold Body ................................................. A

Pour Spouts ................................................B

Scotch

Rubber Splicing Tape 23 ..........C

™

Scotchcast

™

Resin 4 ....................... D

A A

3.0 Prepare Cable:

3.1 For 1000 volt maximum:

Thoroughly scrape all wax and dirt 5" back from each cable

end. Prepare cable ends exactly as shown. See Figure 1.

3.2 For 5 kV maximum:

Thoroughly scrape all wax and dirt 5" back from each

cable end. Prepare cable ends exactly as shown. Do not cut

insulation while removing outer sheath. See Figure 2.

Bare Conductor (1 1/4" maximum) ..... A

Insulation Pencil (1/2") ........................ B

Sheath Opening (4 3/4" maximum) .... C

4.0 Make Connection

4.1

Make connection according to connector manufacturer's instructions. Connectors with a smooth conforming shape are

recommended. Bulky, angular types should be avoided. The mold will accept:

• Split Solder Sleeve

• C-Type Compression Connectors up to #2 AWG

• Split Bolt Connectors up to #4 AWG

4.2 Multi-conductor Cables.

Stagger individual connectors (provide lateral spacing of 1/2" between ends of connectors) and insulate connector with

Scotch

Rubber Splicing Tape 23. Sheath opening should not exceed 4 3/4". Use 3M

™

Scotchlok

™

or indent type connectors.

Figure 1

1 1/4" (max)

1000 Volt maximum

4 3/4" (max)

Figure 2

5 kV maximum

1/2" 1/2"

B B

1 1/4"

max.

5.0 Install Mold Body

5.1

Trim mold ends with knife to ﬁt cable slightly loose. Hold

mold halves in place, centered over splice, snap mold halves

together ﬁrmly. Check to see that both seams are carefully

snapped together. Tape ends of mold body around cable to

seal. Use Scotch

Rubber Splicing Tape 23 supplied with kit.

See Figure 3. Note: Stretch tape to 3/4 original width.

5.2

Put pouring spouts in holes. See Figure 4.

6.0 Pour Splice

6.1

Position splice level. Mix resin thoroughly per instructions on

resin package. Pour resin immediately after mixing. Fill mold

through one spout until both spouts are completely ﬁlled. See

Figure 5. Reﬁll spout after air escapes.

6.2

When resin has solidied and cooled, splice may be put into

service. Clip off spouts if desired. See Figure 6.

Figure 3

Figure 4

Figure 5

Figure 6

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3M Scotchcast™ Wye Resin Splice kit 82-B1N, 1-5 kV, Non-Shielded, 10/Case Operating instructions

Brand: 3M

Model: Scotchcast™ Wye Resin Splice kit 82-B1N, 1-5 kV, Non-Shielded, 10/Case

3M Scotchcast™ Wye Resin Splice kit 82-B1N, 1-5 kV, Non-Shielded, 10/Case Operating instructions

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