400AR-4BC from Nexans | NEW Euromold Interface C High Voltage Bushings

Published 24 Jan 2023

Nexans 400AR-4BC HV Bushings

Thorne & Derrick, UK Distributor for Nexans Power Cable Accessories, are pleased to announce the release of the new EUROMOLD® Interface C in-air bushing 400AR-4BC, up to 24kV – 1250 A. The new Interface C in-air bushing 400AR-BC will replace the Interface D in-air bushing 672TBC, for use in medium voltage electrical equipment insulated with air in hazardous area locations according to the ATEX Directive.

The in-air MV equipment bushing is used in industrial applications such as the manufacture of motors, pumps and locomotives – the bushing is ATEX Certified for use in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres according to the following classification:

• II 2 G
• Ex eb IIC Gb
• Ts= -20°C to 95°C

Thorne & Derrick distribute the most extensive range of MV HV Medium & High Voltage Cable Joints, Terminations & Connectors from Nexans Euromold to connect, splice, repair and maintain medium/high voltage cable and power distribution systems

The correct selection and specification of Nexans Euromold connectors is dependent on the cable specification and the electrical equipment MV HV bushing type. There are 6 bushing interfaces common to MV electrical equipment (A, B, C, D, E or F).

Nexans 400AR-4BC In-Air Bushing

400AR-4BC Advantages

• On the new Interface C in-air bushing you can install all separable connectors of the Interface C product family. It also offers the possibility to install a Surge Arrester.
• The new Interface C in-air bushing is also available with ATEX/IECEx/UKEx certification.

Part Number
703937 – K400AR-4BC/J + KBC-RING CLAMP 3 *SS
703939 – K400AR-4BC/J-ATEX-IECEx + KBC-RING CLAMP 3 *SS

The bolted type equipment bushings 400AR-4BC are moulded epoxy insulated parts and meet the requirements of CENELEC EN 50180. A non-tracking insulating rubber boot is installed over the bushing shank.

Specification | Construction & Electrical Characteristics

• Connector Shape | Bushing
• Connector Type | Male
• Conductor Material | Copper & Aluminium
• Technology | Cast Resin
• Rated Voltage Uo/U (Um) | 12/20 (24)kV
• Maximal Partial Discharge at 2Uo | 10 pC
• Dielectric Withstand Voltage, 50Hz 1mn | 55kV
• Impulse Voltage | 125kV

➡ Contact Thorne & Derrick for further order information

T&D Win Excellence in Customer Service Award At HazardEx 2021 | Read Press Release

Thorne & Derrick International, based in the UK, were voted Winners of the Award for ‘Best Customer Service’ at the HazardEx Gala Dinner in 2021. The competitive Award category at the prestigious event was for providing excellent customer service over previous 2 years.

Thorne & Derrick are leaders in the development and distribution of Product Innovations that deliver significant improvements to clients plant, people and operational safety in the explosive atmosphere industries. Your proactive problem solvers experienced in succession planning for the replacement of obsolete, non-conformant and legacy equipment in hazardous areas. Your first-choice provider of innovative and competitive solutions to ensure ATEX & IECEx Compliance for Low & Medium Voltage Cables & Hazardous Area Electrical Equipment to UK and international projects.

THORNE & DERRICK

SPECIALIST ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTOR

Thorne & Derrick supply LV HV Cable Accessories, Installation & Electrical Equipment –  we can assist with the Competitive Supply & Technical Specification of joints, terminations, connectors and preparation tools for the energisation of all types of air or gas insulated electrical equipment from stock up to 66kV.

• Distributors for: 3M Cold Shrink, ABB, Alroc, Band-It, Catu, Cembre, Centriforce, CMP, Elastimold, Ellis Patents, Emtelle, Filoform, Furse, Lucy Zodion, Nexans Euromold, Pfisterer, Polypipe, Prysmian, Roxtec.

Further Reading

• ATEX Certificate EUROMOLD Separable Connectors Size: 275.96 KB
• Data Sheet EUROMOLD Separable Connectors 400AR-4BC Bushings Size: 357.71 KB