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BAND-IT Band Clamps Used In TR-343 Transducer Assembly

BAND-IT ULTRA-LOK Alloy 625 Clamps

Secure Rubber Boot on TR-343 Transducer Elements

A key component of sonar systems for surface military vessels is the AN/SQS-53C Sonar array, made up of 576 TR-343 Transducers, the array is located in the “bulb” on the bow just below the water surface. Each of those transducers contains a rubber boot or sleeve secured with an ULTRA-LOK Alloy 625 band.

BAND-IT IDENTIFIED AS ONLY SOURCE

During the sourcing process, the US Navy identified BAND-IT as the only responsible source capable of providing the required supplies. Citing the potential for delays and unrecovered costs, the agency chose BAND-IT as the only approved manufacturer based on performance and testing requirements of the Critical Item Production Fabrication Specifications (CIPFS) for the Transducer.

BAND-IT ULTRA-LOK Clamps

TR-343 Transducer by the Numbers

• Current Quantity: 44,352
• 576 Identical Transducers make up the Sonar Transducer Array Unit 717
• Sonar Detecting Ranging Set AN/SQS-53C(V) 1&2 used on all Arleigh Burke DDG-51 Destroyers and several Ticonderoga CG-47 Class Cruisers

BAND-IT – DISTRIBUTORS, STOCKISTS & SUPPLIERS

Thorne & Derrick provide competitive prices and fast delivery from stock for the complete range of BAND-IT stainless steel cable ties.

BAND-IT BAND-FAST Clamps Used In EJP Electric Submersible Pumping Systems

BAND-IT BAND-FAST

Stainless Steel Cable Clamps

BAND-IT BAND-FAST

Precut BAND-FAST Clamps Delivers Performance & Value

In EJP Electric Submersible Pumping Systems

Epsindo Jaya Pratama (EJP) is a company that values quality.

If you visit EJP’s website, you will see a section that describes the standards they maintain for the pumping systems they produce, and the customer experience they promise. But like every business, they also are cost-conscious. The drive to cut costs for manufacturing their Electric Submersible Pumping (ESP) System compelled EJP to switch from BAND-IT fasteners to a competitor’s range of cable ties, a decision they soon reconsidered.

MONEY FLOWS WHEN OIL FLOWS

Subsea downhole oil extraction is different from convention drilling in the oil and gas industry because most of the energy required to transport the produced fluid is supplied by mechanical means rather than by reservoir pressure. That puts more “pressure” on ESP systems. Any time the system needs maintenance or repair, production is interrupted, and the well isn’t generating oil or revenue.

➡ BAND-FAST is part of a full line of products that have achieved the highest level of quality certification ISO 14001:2004 | ISO 9001:2008 | IATF 16949

BAND-IT XE4809 Fromm Pneumatic Combination Banding Tool

BAND-IT BAND-FAST Stainless Steel Clamps

EJP’s customers expect their investment to pay off in reliability, and that expectation extends all the way down to the clamps. When EJP changed from BAND-IT to a cheap fastener made in China, the customer experience they delivered suffered – a direct result of the increased failure of the clamps.

Even though EJP had stopped using BAND-IT clamps, Fraser Ng, OEM/Project Manager for BAND-IT, maintained contact with them. “I had advised them of the high possibility that non-reputable companies in China may supply sub-standard quality . It really happened to them. The material they paid for did not meet their requirements.”

➡ BAND-FAST clamps can be secured with seals, clips, ear-lokt buckles or centre punch clips to meet all of your fastening needs.

BAND-IT – DISTRIBUTORS, STOCKISTS & SUPPLIERS

Thorne & Derrick provide competitive prices and fast delivery from stock for the complete range of BAND-IT stainless steel cable ties.

3M™ Scotchrap™ 50 | Vinyl Corrosion Protection Electrical Tape from 3M

3M Scotchrap Tape 50

Corrosion Protection

3M Scotchrap Vinyl Corrosion Protection Tape 50 has high-tack adhesive to provide a corrosion- and impact-resistant seal for all-weather protection of metal piping systems above and below ground. The special high tack adhesive is formulated to resist the corrosion of metal piping systems both above and below ground, fittings and joints on all coated pipe and electrical conduit systems.

With excellent UV resistance and a temperature rating of 80°C, Scotchrap Tape 50 provides excellent all-weather corrosion resistance. NOTE: 3M Scotchrap Pipe Primer should be used with all corrosion protection tapes.

Vinyl Corrosion Protection Tape

Benefits

• Excellent UV Resistant
• Tough PVC tape resists corrosion in all weather conditions
• Suitable for fittings and joints on all millcoated pipes and electrical conduit systems above and below ground
• NOTE: 3M Scotchrap Pipe Primer should be used with all corrosion protection tapes

3M Scotchrap Vinyl Tape 50

Technical Specifications

3M Scotch Electrical Tapes

T&D distribute the complete range of 3M Scotch Electrical Tapes for the insulation, repair, identification, jointing and terminating of LV, MV & HV cables – specialist fire resistant tapes, arc resistant, semi-conductive and rubber splicing tapes up to 69kV enable the protection of LV-HV cables including 11kV-33kV medium voltages, against abrasion, moisture, alkalis and acids.

3M Scotch Tapes include vinyl electrical insulation, high temperature glass cloth, sealing mastic, rubber self-amalgamating and high voltage tapes to provide track resistance, semi-conductive and sheath repairs to 11kV-33kV power cables.

LV MV HV Jointing, Earthing, Substation & Electrical Eqpt

Cold Shrink Technology & Moulded Parts For Electrical Installation | Fast & Easy To Install

3M Cold Shrink

Cold shrink tubing and moulded parts for electrical installation

Invented over 40 years ago by 3M, 3M Cold Shrink Technology is designed to make cable insulating, termination and abandonment as simple as possible. The secret of 3M Cold Shrink technology lies inside it, in the form of a plastic coil. After the 3M Cold Shrink Tube has been placed over the joint or cable end, this inner spiral is pulled out. The insulating tube then contracts and seals onto the cable, exerting constant radial pressure for the lifetime of the joint or termination.

3M Cold Shrink Tubes are installed easily and reliably without the use of cable jointing tools (e.g. gas torches or naked flames). The Cold Shrink tubes manufactured by 3M Electrical are made from extruded EPDM (Ethylene-Propylene-Diene-Monomer) or silicone rubber that are stretched onto a spiral core.

The benefits of cold shrink tubes clear a long-term environmental seal that has high performance even in extreme conditions.  The tool-free installation reduces downtime, installation time and training requirements.

3M Cold Shrink End Caps

Cold Shrink Applications

• Electrical insulation up to 1000 volts
• Insulation of low voltage joints for electrical cables
• Cold Shrink is suitable for indoor and outdoor use
• Mechanical protection of installation
• Cable jacket repair
• Protecting and sealing non-electric applications

Silicone

Cold Shrink Advantages

• Easy and safe installation
• High reliability
• High shrink ratio
• Compressive environmental seal
• Tool-less installation of Cold Shrink
• Reduced contractor training requirement
• Reduced installation time compared to heat shrink
• High performing in extreme conditions

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THORNE & DERRICK are national distributors of LV, MV & HV Cable Installation, Jointing, Duct Sealing, Substation & Electrical Equipment – we service UK and global businesses involved in cable installations, cable jointing, substation earthing, overhead line and electrical construction at LV, 11kV, 33kV and EHV.

Since 1985, T&D have established an international reputation based on SERVICE | INTEGRITY | TRUST.

Contact us for 3M Electrical, ABB, Alroc, AN Wallis, CATU Electrical, Cembre, Centriforce, CMP, CSD, Elastimold, Ellis Patents, Emtelle, Euromold, Filoform , Furse, Lucy Electric & Zodion, Nexans, Pfisterer, Polypipe, Prysmian, Roxtec, Sicame, WT Henley.

3M™ Scotchcast™ Resin 4 GS with Colour Indicator and 92 GS Series Resin Kits

3M 92 GS Series Kits – Mould Body and Connection

3M™ Scotchcast™ Resin 4 GS with Colour Indicator

Professional Cable Jointing Solutions

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The new 3M™ Scotchcast™ Resin 4 GS is a CMR (Carcinogenic, Mutagenic, Reprotoxic) free electrical cable jointing resin has a unique colour mixing indicator to show installers when the resin is correctly mixed by the cable jointer.

Scotchcast™ Resin 4 GS comes in a 2-part transparent bag with integrated pouring spout, ensuring mess-free effortless application. The high-performing formulation means the resin will cure to joint or repair the cable, even in the presence of water.

These 3M Scotchcast resin kits are tested according to EN 50393, CMR-Free substance, compatible with EU Directive 2002/95 / EC (RoHS) and EU regulation 1907/2007/ EC (REACH).

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What is 3M Scotchcast Resin 4 GS?

• A unique electrical jointing resin from 3M
• Newly designed formulation provides colour change indicator for mixing
• Free of CMR substances, Isocyanate, Halogens and SVHC
• Enhanced water and humidity resistance during curing
• Mess free, rapid installation of the cable joints for low voltage cables
• Supplied as bags or as part of the Scotchcast 92 GS Series Resin Kits

Simple, colour indicating mixing

Through a colour change indicator, the 3M Scotchcast resin will turn green when properly mixed by the installer, engineer or cable jointer.

• Newly designed CMR-free formulation
• Unique colour change indicator
• Enhanced water and humidity resistance
• Fully integrated mess-free delivery spout
• Immediate power-up
• Choice of bag sizes to suit your application

*Gel time at 23°C for 92-NBA 3 GS

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3M Scotchcast 92 GS Series

Resin Kits

3M Scotchcast 92 GS Series Resin Joint Kits with Resin 4 GS are easy to install, mess-free applications with 3M professional cable jointing solutions.

Transparent two-chamber bag with an integrated spout ensures no contact with resin during pouring.
Open the seam between the two chambers to mix the resin and hardener.
In approx. 2 minutes the resin will turn green to indicate it is thoroughly mixed.
A visible colour change indicates the mixture is ready to pour.
Place the spout on the mould body, quarter turn to release the resin and fill the kit.
Resin colour changes into darker green as the curing proceeds.

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3M – DISTRIBUTORS, STOCKISTS & SUPPLIERS

Thorne & Derrick provide competitive prices and fast delivery from stock for the complete range of 3M Scotchcast and Cold Shrink cable joints, terminations, resins and Scotch electrical tapes – we stock high voltage cable joints and terminations manufactured from 3M using Cold Shrink for 11kV and 33kV cables.

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LV, MV & HV Jointing, Earthing, Substation & Electrical Eqpt

Thorne & Derrick International are specialist distributors of LV, MV & HV Cable Installation, Jointing, Duct Sealing, Substation & Electrical Equipment – servicing UK and global businesses involved in cable installations, cable jointing, substation, overhead line and electrical construction at LV, 11kV, 33kV and EHV.

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