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3M Wraparound Heat Shrink Cable Repair Kits Used For LV HV Mining Cable Sheaths
February 7th, 2019
Heat Shrink Wraparound Cable Sheath Repair & Jacketing Sleeves – 3M HDCW
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Wraparound Heat Shrink Cable Repair Kits
3M HDCW series heat shrinkable wraparound sleeve kits are suitable for cable sheath repair and jacketing sleeves – this includes heat shrink cable repair, Cold Shrink cable repair, 3M Scotch electrical tape and insulating resin based repair solutions using Scotchcast products for low and high voltage cables.
The cable repair sleeves are suitable for use with cable joints and as an additional corrosion protection on undamaged cables.
Thorne & Derrick supply the mining industry with 3M Heat Shrink Cable Repair Kits to re-instate cable insulation to damaged low and high voltage cable sheaths caused by mechanical stress, third party accident or cable corrosion in underground damp mining cable installations.

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Repair Sleeves For Cables
3M Wraparound Heat Shrink Cable Repair sleeves are designed to quickly repair damaged cable jacketing. They are also suitable for use with cable joints and as additional corrosion protection on undamaged cables in hazardous, harsh and extreme operating environments in underground or surface mining applications.
3M HDCW is made from modified cross-linked polyolefin with a hot-melt adhesive coated to the inner side of the sleeve. Upon heating, the sleeve shrinks and the adhesive melts, thereby achieving a safe and watertight bond between the sleeve and the cable.
A corrosion proof metal clip is then used to fully close the heat shrink sleeve.
3M HDCW wraparound heat shrink cable repair sleeves are designed to quickly repair damaged cable jacketing – they can also be used to rejacket in-line cable splices.
HDCW wrap sleeves can be used as insulation material on cable and splices up to 1000 volts and as jacket repair material on cable up to 35kV. 3M HDCW is made from modified cross-linked polyolefin with a hot-melt adhesive coated to the inner side of the sleeve.
The design of the heat shrink wrap style sleeve allows it to be installed in tight spaces with ordinary heating equipment such as a heat shrink torch.
Thorne & Derrick International are the UK’s largest stockist of 3M Electrical Cable Accessories.

Cable Repair Solutions: Mining cable repair kits are available for BS6708 underground mining cables including – Type 11, Type 7, Type 7S, Type 7M, Type 307, Type 307S, Type 307M Flexible trailing cables for use with coalcutters and similar face equipment, Type 211, Type 201, Type 62, Type 63, Type 64, Type 321, Type 331 Flexibile trailing cables with galvanised steel wire pliable wire armouring for use as mine extension cables in quarries and coalface lighting.
3M HDCW Wraparound Heat Shrink Cable Repair Sleeve Features & Benefits
- Easy and quick to install
- Cost-efficient cable repair
- Reliable and tough thick wall heat shrink sheets
- No open cable needed – wraparound design for versatile cable repairs
- Good bonding to PE and PVC cable sheaths and jackets
- Maximum protection against mechanical stress
- Excellent resistance to even the harshest and hazardous area environments
- Forms a perfect seal to prevent moisture ingress into damaged cables
How to Install Wraparound Repair Sleeves
- Position the heat shrink wraparound sleeve over the cable damage, joint or splice and close the metal channel
- Apply heat using the heat shrink gas torch to shrink the sleeve onto the cable sheath and melt the adhesive liner
- The finished sleeve is allowed to cool creating moisture proof and corrosion resistant cable seal

Cable Repair Sleeves – Installation
HEAT SHRINK WRAPAROUND REPAIR SLEEVES
| 3M Cable Repair Kit Part Number | Length Inches (Metres) | Primary Insulation 600/1000V Conductor Size AWG/MCM | Jacket Repair Use Range max./min inches (mm) | Sleeve Dimensions | |
| Expanded Diameter inches (mm) | Recovered Diameter inches (mm) | ||||
| HDCW 35/10-250 HDCW 35/10-1200 |
9.8 (250) 47.2 (1200) |
#8-2/0 #8-2/0 |
1.38-0.39 (35-10) 1.38-0.39 (35-10) |
1.97 (50) 1.97 (50) |
0.32 (8) 0.32 (8) |
| HDCW 55/10-500 HDCW 35/10-1200 |
19.7 (500) 47.2 (1200) |
3/0-400 3/0-400 |
2.17-0.59 (55-15) 2.17-0.59 (55-15) |
2.95 (75) 2.95 (75) |
0.51 (13) 0.51 (13) |
| HDCW 80/25-750 HDCW 80/25-1200 |
29.5 (750) 47.2 (1200) |
500-1000 500-1000 |
3.15-0.98 (80-25) 3.15-0.98 (80-25) |
3.94 (100) 3.94 (100) |
0.91 (25) 0.91 (25) |
| HDCW 110/30-1000 HDCW 110/30-1200 |
39.4 (1000) 47.2 (1200) |
1000-2000 1000-2000 |
4.33-1.18 (110-30) 4.33-1.18 (110-30) |
5.20 (132) 5.20 (132) |
0.98 (25) 0.98 (25) |
| HDCW 140/40-1000 HDCW 140/40-1200 |
39.4 (1000) 47.2 (1200) |
N/A N/A |
5.51-1.57 (140-40) 5.51-1.57 (140-40) |
5.71 (145) 5.71 (145) |
1.26 (32) 1.26 (32) |
3M HDCW SERIES DIMENSIONS

| 3M HDCW Cable Repair Kit Part Number | H/mm | F/mm | T/mm |
| HDCW 35/10 | 155 | 18 | 0.9 |
| HDCW 55/15 | 175 | 18 | 0.9 |
| HDCW 80/25 | 260 | 30 | 0.9 |
| HDCW 110/30 | 355 | 30 | 0.9 |
| HDCW 140/40 | 455 | 30 | 0.9 |
Cold Shrink Cable Repair
Where “hot-working” is not permitted due to atmospheric presence of flammable gases in potentially explosive atmospheres and hazardous area locations Cold Shrink tubes can be used to repair cables where access is possible to the open-end of the cable circuit – not suitable for repairing cables mid-circuit or mid-span unless cable can be isolated, uncoupled and disconnected from mains power supply.
If a flexible repair to cable is required we can provide 3M Scotchcast resin based cable repair solutions specified for marine and offshore with excellent resistance to seawater environments, submersion and exposure.
Read Blog: Repairing Damaged Cables, Cable Sheath & Jackets

3M HDCW – Heat Shrink Wraparound Cable Sheath Repair & Jacketing Sleeves
➡ Should you require customer service or technical support on the selection or specification of LV MV HV Cable Accessories please contact us.
♦ For LV Low Voltage Cables | Cold Shrink Cable Terminations MV | Cold Shrink Cable Abandonment | Cold Shrink Tubes

3M Cold Shrink
LV Cable Joints (Low Voltage Cables)
Thorne & Derrick stock and distribute LV Joints in Cold Shrink, Heat Shrink or Resin Cast technologies – multicore and multi-pair cable joints are available for immediate backfill and energisation of Low Voltage power, control and instrumentation cables 600V/1000V 3.3kV.
Complete range of LV Cable Accessories ➡
Cable Breakouts | Cable Caps | Cable Lugs | Cable Cleats | Cable Trough | Cable Duct | Feeder Pillars | for 11kV/33kV/66kV networks see MV HV Joints & Terminations

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Cold Shrink by 3M | Joints | Abandonment | Terminations | Low Voltage LV Cables
Fireproof Cable Joints For BS7846 Fireproof Mains & Control Cables (LSZH)
February 7th, 2019
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BS7846 Cables
Thorne & Derrick International distribute fireproof cable joints for LV Low Voltage fire resistant armoured (SWA) power cables to British Standards BS6387 and BS7846.
The BS7846 British Standard enhanced fire performance cable is specified for fire alarms and emergency lighting in both indoor and outdoor installations – general fire resistant power cables are used to protect emergency plant including sprinkler pumps, smoke extractors and fire dampers.
The British Standards
BS6387:2013 : Test Method For Resistance To Fire Of Cables Required To Maintain Circuit Integrity Under Fire Conditions.
BS 7846:2015 : Electric Cables. Thermosetting Insulated, Armoured, Fire-Resistant Cables Of Rated Voltage 600/1000 V For Fixed Installations (having low emission of smoke and corrosive gases when affected by fire).
BS7846 Cable Construction
| Conductor | Annealed plain or tinned copper (Class 2) |
| Insulation | GP6 or GP8 with levels of HCI no greater than 0.5% |
| Bedding | Polymeric materials with levels of HCI no greater than 0.5% |
| Armour | Galvanised steel wires or galvanised interlocking steel tape |
| Outersheath | Polymeric material conforming to the requirements for LTS 1 contained in BS7655-6.1 |
BS7846 Cable Core Identification
| Number of Cores | Identification |
| Two-core | Brown and blue |
| Three-core | Brown, black and grey |
| Four-core | Blue, brown, black and grey |
| Five-core | Green and yellow, blue, brown, black and grey |
BS7846 Cable Fire Resistance Categories
The cables under the British Standard are categorised according to their special fire resistance characteristics:
| F2 | Resistance to fire, resistance wear, resistance to fire with mechanical shock, assessed separately when tested in accordance with this Standard |
| F30 | Resistance to fire with direct mechanical impact and fire assessed in combination for 30mins when tested in accordance with British Standard BS8491 for 30mins |
| F60 | As per F30 for 60mins |
| F120 | As per F30 for 120mins |
Fire Resistant Armoured Power Cable For Essential Services


BS7846 fire resistant cable manufactured by Prysmian features a plain annealed stranded copper conductor, XLPE insulation, MICA fire resistant tape, polyester tape low smoke zero halogen bedding, fire barrier tape and black low smoke zero halogen outer sheath with a galvanised steel wired armour (SWA).
Low smoke zero halogen (LSZH) heat shrink cable joints with additional fireproof or fire resistant properties are available – typically used to connect, repair or joint Prysmian FP600S or Prysmian FP400 cables. The cable joints feature low smoke and corrosive gas emissions (LSOH) and are moisture resistant with LUL Approvals.
See also : Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSOH) Cable Accessories
- BS6387/BS7846 Cable Enhanced Fireproof Mains Cable
2, 3 & 4 Core 4sqmm – 400sqmm. Plain annealed stranded copper conductor, mica fire resistant tape, XLPE insulated, polyester tape, low smoke zero halogen (LSZH) bedding, fire barrier tape, galvanised steel wire armour, low smoke zero halogen (LSZH) outer sheath. Sheath Colour Black. 600/1000 grade volts.
Manufactured to meet the following standards – circuit integrity: BS8519-2010 120 minutes/BS8491, acid gas emission to IEC 60754, BS EN 50267, flame propagation to IEC 60332-3, BS EN 50265, BS EN50266 and smoke emission to IEC 61034, BS EN 50268.
Cable Joints
SPS fireproof cable joints utilise LSF zero halogen heat shrink tubes and fire barrier tubes – the joints incorporate mica tape over each of the conductor cores. Micaca tape is a slit silica tape constructed from 96% pure silica fibre, coated one side with a pressure adhesive backing that facilitates installation of the joint kit.
➡ Watch the Installation Video for Fire Resistant & Zero Halogen Cable Joints HERE.
Fire resistant cable joints ensure vital emergency circuit integrity in fire conditions – cable joint kit contents include fire protection sleeve, stainless steel clamping spring, inner and outer sealing sleeve, tinner copper earth braid, tinned copper earth mesh, insulation tubes, mica pads and crimp ferrules.
LONDON UNDERGROUND APPROVED
Developed specifically for London Underground Limited (LUL) and for use within underground rail tunnels and above surface at platform and station level, the low smoke zero halogen cable joint incorporates flame retardant, non halogen polyolefin heat shrink tubing with a meltable inner liner providing excellent flame retardant properties with reduced acid gas emission and smoke generation.
A complete range of multicore and multipair cable joints are available with LU approval for rail power, signals and telecoms cables.

Fire Resistant Cable Accessories
Thorne & Derrick International distribute the complete range of Fire Resistant Cable Accessories to preserve and power low voltage electrical systems without compromising the manufacturing standards according to BS7846 – complete ranges of cable clips, cleats (including claw cleats) and glands are also available to support the installation of Prysmian FP specification cables.
| Clips | Firefix | Claw Cleat (Single hole – stackable) | 2 Bolt Cleat (Stackable) | Traditional FP Gland | FP Easy Fit Gland | Brass Gland | |
| FP600S | – | – | BICON 370CG | BICON 370CG | – | – | BICON LSF-CW |
| FP200 GOLD | AP Clips | FP Firefix Single or Double | – | – | 251, 252, 254 | FP2520 | BICON A1/A2 423 L |
| FP PLUS | AP Clips | FP Firefix Single or Double | – | – | 251, 252, 254 | FP2520 | BICON A1/A2 423 L |
| FP400 | – | – | BICON 370CG | BICON 370CG | – | – | BICON LSF-CW |

Cable Breakouts | Cable Caps | Cable Lugs | Cable Cleats | Cable Trough | Cable Duct | Feeder Pillars | for 11kV/33kV/66kV networks see MV HV Joints & Terminations
Prysmian JEM Resin | Cable Jointing Resins LV MV HV
February 6th, 2019
Cable Jointing Resins
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Prysmian JEM Resin
LV MV HV Cable Jointing Resins
Prysmian JEM Resin was developed to meet the growing concerns regarding Jointer exposure to isocyanates in the workplace, especially when using cable joints for jointing utility cables in confined spaces and cable trenches with inadequate ventilation.
JEM Resin developed by Prysmian is a non-isocyanate cable jointing resin with all the technical performance characteristics of conventional jointing resins but with additional features and benefits for the encapsulation of LV, MV or HV joints typically operating at 600V/1000V, 11kV and 33kV.
Changing Legislation For Cable Joint Resins
From December 1st 2010 cable jointing resins containing MDI (Methylene diphenyl diisocyanate) are re-classified as Carcinogen Category 3, suspected of causing cancer and will carry new labelling to this effect.
Subsequently, Prysmian is advising utilities, cable jointing contractors and specifiers to adopt a “Substitute it Now (SIN)” philosophy when it comes to choosing which resin products to use for jointing cables.
This applies to the vast majority of cable jointing resins on the market, except for Prysmian’s JEM resin cable jointing solutions which are 100% MDI free and present none of the health and safety risks associated with other jointing resins containing hazardous chemicals. From December 1st all Prysmian resin cable joint kits will be JEM resin only.
JEM Resin Pack Quantities & Order Codes
Contact Thorne & Derrick Sales for stock availability and current pricing for JEM:
| Prysmian Resin Order Code | Description | Colour |
| JEM400 Prysmian | Cold Pour Resin Compound 4 Litre (8 x 0.5 Litres | Green |
| JEM600 9X Prysmian | Cold Pour Resin Compound 6 Litre (3 x 2 Litres) | Green |
| JEM200P Prysmian | Cold Pour Resin Compound 6 Litre (3 x 2 Litres) | Green |

Cable Jointing Resins. Joint Encapsulating Material (JEM).
Prysmian JEM Resin Cold Pour Compound Features & Benefits
- Low viscosity resin (very searching, no voids, easier mixing by the Jointer)
- Easy mixing by the Jointer at low ambient temperatures (e.g. -15°C)
- Curing reaction not sensitive to moisture (will cure underwater and in wet cable trenches or joint holes)
- Filled cable joints with Prysmian JEM resin may be energised immediately if undisturbed
- JEM resin supplied in clear pouches which allows mixing to be observed in process
- Excellent adhesion to XLPE, PVC, Lead type cables
- Type approved in LV cable joints (ENA TS C81/3 and BS EN 50393)
- Cable jointing resin is tested in accordance with HD631.1
- Re-enterable cable jointing compound resin version available
➡ Watch & Learn from this video by Prysmian Group on how to Mix, Pour & Deliver the JEM range of cable jointing resins:

Prymsian JEM Resin
Prysmian JEM Resin
Performance Data
| Properties Of JEM Resin | |
| Type | Low hazard, isocyanate free |
| Appearance / Colour | Grey / brown fluid when mixed |
| Viscosity Of Mixture @ 5°C | 3700 mPa.s |
| Relative Density | 2g/cm³ @ 25°C |
| Flash Point | >110°C |
| Non-volatile Content | 85% |
| Storage Conditions | Away from direct sunlight <50°C |
| JEM Resin Application Properties | |
| Mixing Ratio – by weight | 5.6 powder: 1 liquid |
| Flash Point | >110°C |
| Pot Life | 16mins @ 5°C |
| 5mins @ 40°C | |
| Gel Time | 15mins (0.5 litre @ 25°C) |
| Peak Exothermic Temperature 0.5litres | 35°C @ 5°C |
| 70°C @ 40°C | |
| Complete Cure Time | 24 hours @ 25°C |
| JEM Resin Performance Properties | |
| Colour Of Mixture | Grey / Brown |
| Class Of Resin | Methacrylate |
| Water Absorption Rate | 0.011% @ 24hrs, 25°C |
| 0.8% @ 42days, 50°C | |
| Hardness | 74 Shore A |
| Volume Shrinkage After Curing | <1.0% |
| Tensile Strength | 2.5 N/mm² |
| Ultimate Elongation | 50% |
| Impact Strength | No break |
| Volume Resistivity | 5 x 10¹³ Ohm.cm @ 20°C |
| 7.4 x 10¹¹ Ohm.cm @ 90°C | |
| Surface Resistivity | 1 x 10¹³ Ohms |
| Dielectric Strength | 9.3 KV/mm |
| Thermal Conductivity | 1.31 W/m.K |
| Maximum Continuous Operating Temperature | 95°C |
| Time To Energise LV Joints (Undisturbed) | Immediately |
| Time To Energise LV Joints (Backfilled Or Moved) | 2hrs |
Prysmian JEM Resin
Cold Pour Compound Mixing Instructions
The Jointer must take care when mixing the JEM Resin prior to pouring into the cable joint shell or mould.
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| Step 1: Open container and remove JEM Resin Kit. The Jointer should check the resin bag for any signs of damage before proceeding | Step 2: Aerate the powder by gripping the pouch at each end and tumbling the powder for up to thirty seconds, this will facilitate mixing of the JEM Resin |
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| Step 3: To start the mixing process, hold the JEM Resin bag as shown above, so that the liquid is forced onto the powder | Step 4: Squeeze the liquid through the membrane seal and onto the powder |
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| Step 5: Make sure that the membrane seal is completely open before mixing the powder and liquid together | Step 6: Before mixing the Jointer should rotate and shake at the corners to free the powder |
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| Step 7: Tumble mix and knead the JEM Resin bag for up to two minutes, to ensure that there are no lumps in the bag | Step 8: Finally cut one corner and pour the contents into the cable joint shell |
Customer Question…
“I’m supervising electrical connections on Scottish Power’s LV network – service joints of varying types. We have a cable jointer query regarding curing time of the Prysmian JEM resin you supply which I need to get completely right. Many cable jointers say leave the joint for 24 hours to cure, some say 2 hours. What is your standard curing time for service joints? Let’s assume it’s a single phase service off a 300sqmm PILC cable. Please bear in mind that we want to backfill and compact the joint bay in order to reinstate the joint bay, so assume we’re using a rammer. Obviously we will not backfill/reinstate if it compromises the cable joint’s integrity, however, we do have pressures to reinstate said joint bays as soon as possible.
Prysmian Answer…
“Full cure is not achieved for 24 hours but Prysmian JEM resin joints can be energised immediately provided they are not being moved.”
Cable Jointing Resins

3M Scotchcast resin insulated cable joint kits are designed for indoor, outdoor (weather exposed), direct buried or submersed applications.
3M brand Scotchcast Resins are 100% solids, electrical grade, hydrolytically stable insulating resins. The unique electrical and physical properties of 3M Resins make them ideal for insulating and protecting electrical/ electronic parts and assemblies. Their physical features also make them suitable for non-electrical, general use applications, for example as adhesives or sealants.
A Safe, Clean, Simple & Reliable Joint Solution
• High quality range of cable jointing resins for low and medium voltages
• Unique Patented Close Mixing and Pouring (CMP) system from 3M Electrical
• Transparent Mould for better control of the job by the Jointer
• Resin packed in transparent 2-chamber mixing bags for delivery into the cable joints
• Cable jointing resins with approvals according to VDE 0291 part 2
♦ G38A Compund | Prysmian BICC Cable Joint, Termination & Cable Box Filling Compounds
3M Cold Shrink Cable Abandonment Kit – Selection Guide
February 6th, 2019
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Cable Abandonment
Thorne & Derrick International, the UK’s leading distributor and largest stockist for 3M Hazardous Area & Cold Shrink Cable Accessories have despatched over one thousand 3M CSCAK abandonment kits to the North Sea Forties Pipeline System and Kinneil Terminal.
3M CSCAK cable abandonment kits are used to safely decommission redundant LV low voltage power cable circuits in the oil, gas and petrochemical industry.
3M Electrical cable abandonment kits using Cold Shrink, are suitable for Zone 1 and Zone 2 hazardous area electrical installations without need for heat shrink, “hot-working” and naked flames in potentially explosive environments – CSCAK abandonment kits suit EEMUA 133 XLPE lead sheathed power cables (600/1000v and 3.3kV) for safe installation in hazardous area locations according to the ATEX Directive.
3M Cold Shrink Cable Abandonment Kit
Cold Shrink product features at a glance :
- Simple and quick to install – no heat shrink torches or heating required to install cold shrink abandonment kits
- Permanent cable abandonment for LV power cables
- No requirement for additional mastic tapes or greases
- No hot work permits required for hazardous area locations (HAZLOC) or potentially explosive atmospheres
- Widely used in onshore and offshore environments, including hazardous area locations Zone 1 & Zone 2
- 3M Cold Shrink rated up to and including 1.9/3.3kV
3M Cable Abandonment Kits suit XLPE/PVC Insulation, Lead Sheath, Steel Wire Armour, PVC Sheathed – including Shipwiring cables (EPR GSWB Wire Braided) and Unarmoured cables up to and including 3.3kV single and multi-core cables.
CABLE ABANDONMENT KIT LIST
The cable abandonment kit uses a 3M Cold Shrink cable end cap, pre-stretched cold shrink tubes, Scotch 2228 Mastic Tape, Scotch 23 Self Amalgamating Tape and Scotch 24 Electrical Shielding Braid (tinned copper mesh tape) and constant force springs.

Cable Abandonment Kits
Cable abandonment kits are often used when cable is left underground but it is not intended to be left live. If by mistake it has power connected to it, the cable abandonment kit is designed to create a short circuit to earth so that it will trip out, thus it will render the circuit dead to enable the engineer or cable jointer to realise power was switched to it by mistake.
In this design by 3M Electrical, there are no provisions for stress control tapes or systems and screening because it is just not meant to be left live.
The range-take of 3M CSCAK Cold Shrink products according to both outside cable diameters (around outer cable sheath) and conductor cross section areas (core) for both single and multi-core cables are as follows:
- 3M Cold Shrink Cable Abandonment Kit – 12 to 18mm Dia – 3M CSCAK-1
- 3M Cold Shrink Cable Abandonment Kit – 18 to 25mm Dia – 3M CSCAK-2
- 3M Cold Shrink Cable Abandonment Kit – 25 to 42mm Dia – 3M CSCAK-3
- 3M Cold Shrink Cable Abandonment Kit – 42 to 55mm Dia – 3M CSCAK-4
- 3M Cold Shrink Cable Abandonment Kit – 56 to 81mm Dia – 3M CSCAK-5
CABLE ABANDONMENT KIT SELECTION TABLE
| Cable Abandonment CSCAK Kit | XLPE AWA Single Core | XLPE SWA 2 Core | XLPE SWA 3 Core | XLPE SWA 4 Core | 3.3kV XLPE SWA Lead 3 Core |
| 3M CSCAK/1 | – | 1.5-6sqmm | 1.5-6sqmm | 1.5-4sqmm | – |
| 3M CSCAK/2 | 70-120sqmm | 10-35sqmm | 10-16sqmm | 6-16sqmm | – |
| 3M CSCAK/3 | 150-500sqmm | 50-150sqmm | 25-120sqmm | 25-95sqmm | 25-95sqmm |
| 3M CSCAK/4 | 500-630sqmm | 185-400sqmm | 150-185sqmm | 120-150sqmm | 120-185sqmm |
| 3M CSCAK/5 | 800-1000sqmm | – | 240-400sqmm | 185-400sqmm | 240-400sqmm |
Why Play With Fire? Keep Your Cool with 3M Cold Shrink……
Heat shrink cable joints, terminations and cable accessories require naked flames.
But hot-working poses serious dangers with respect to ignition sources in industrial and hazardous areas – air, naked flames and the presence of atmospheric combustible substances trigger the Ignition Triangle.
Install 3M Cold Shrink for a first class safety and service record without any hidden dangers.
3M Cold Shrink products include cable joint kits, cable termination kits, cable abandonment kits and cold shrink tubing – extensively specified for offshore oil, gas, petrochemical, rail, utility and construction projects at low and high voltages.
Video : 3M Cold Shrink Cable Abandonment Kits ➡
Should you require customer service or technical support on the selection or specification of LV MV HV Cable Accessories please contact us – view the full range of 3M Cold Shrink Cable Abandonment Kits below.
Cable Joints For Low Voltage Cables
Thorne & Derrick stock and distribute LV Joints in Cold Shrink, Heat Shrink or Resin Cast technologies – multicore and multi-pair cable joints are available for immediate backfill and energisation of Low Voltage power, control and instrumentation cables 600V/1000V 3.3kV.
Complete range of LV Cable Accessories ➡
Cable Breakouts | Cable Caps | Cable Lugs | Cable Cleats | Cable Trough | Cable Duct | Feeder Pillars | for 11kV/33kV/66kV networks see MV HV Joints & Terminations

Pfisterer | Nexans Euromold | Prysmian | Cable Joints & Terminations MV HV

Cold Shrink by 3M | Joints | Abandonment | Terminations | Low Voltage LV Cables
3rd Arc Flash & Isolation Safety Conference in Manchester on May 21st & 22nd 2019
February 6th, 2019
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Arc Flash
The objective of the Arc Flash & Isolation Safety Conference is to provide the industry with the latest developments and best practice to deal with arc flash hazards and isolation safety issues. You will have a chance to discuss your electrical safety issues with our speakers, and gain practical applications to improve arc flash and isolation safety in your workplace.
The focus throughout is on the experiences of end users.
The Arc Flash Conference will be attended by those who are interested in technical solutions to their arc flash and isolation issues, industry trends, standards developments and new techniques to handle existing electrical safety threats.
➡ For more details download the event brochure HERE or register online HERE.
Technical Topics Include
- The human factor in electrical safety – ways to reduce error and improve performance
- Arc flash risk assessment from a UK Perspective – what’s new?
- Building and implementing a flame resistant/arc-rated program for arc flash hazard
- Arc flash in the maritime industry – case study of arc flash hazard and risk mitigation
- Internal arc classification according to IEC 62271-200
- How to make LV switchgear assemblies safer according to IEC 61439
- Gaps in electrical training and the safety implications of this related to arc flash
- Arc flash PPE – do you or don’t you need it?
- Arc flash risk assessments – A case study from Sweden´s largest nuclear power plant
- The anatomy of arc flash PPE
- IEEE 1584 Guide for Performing Arc Flash Hazard Calculations
- Three case studies looking at the practicality of arc flash risk assessment in the workplace
- Selection of PPE – practical experience of different arc assessment methods
Legal Responsibility & The Electricity at Work Regulations By Anthony Smith
This presentation by Anthony Smith (CEO – Lantei Compliance Services & The Electrical Safety Network) will focus on the legal requirements related to the maintenance of LV MV HV electrical installations, systems and equipment. It will cover issues raised in the IET Code of Practice for Electrical Safety Management, the latest legislation and regulations including the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 and the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974. The aim of this section is to help duty holder’s work towards some element of clarity and simplicity whilst maintaining compliance in the workplace, a must for all those serious about electrical safety in the workplace. See Session 14 in the Event Document.

LV MV HV Voltage Detectors | Portable Earthing | Insulating Sticks | Insulating Gloves | CATU Electrical Equipment – Largest Stocks In UK & Europe from THORNE & DERRICK
Arc Flash Conference Highlights Day 1
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Meet International Keynote Speaker Jim Pollard - Arc Flash Expert, Arc-Rated PPE (Unlimited PPE Inc)
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The Human Factor In Electrical Safety - Ways To Reduce Error & Improve Performance by Jim Pollard
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Arc Flash Risk Assessment From A UK Perspective - Whats New by John Maplesden
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Building & Implementing A Flame Resistant/Arc Rated (FR/AR) Program For Arc Flash Hazard by Derek Sang
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Arc Flash In The Maritime Industry - Case Study Of Arc Flash Hazard & Mitigation Through System Design On A New Build Vessel by Shaun White
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International Arc Classification According To IEC62271-200 by Andy Seccombe
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How To Make LV Switchgear Assemblies According To IEC61439 Safer by Lutz Graufmann
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Gaps In Electrical Training & The Safety Implications Of this Related To Arc Flash by Kevin Hann
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ARC Flash PPE - Do You Or Don't You Need It? by Anthony Long
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Arc Flash Risk Assessments - A Case Study From Swedens Largest Nuclear Power Plant by Thomas Winter
Arc Flash Conference Highlights Day 2
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The Anatomy Of Arc Flash PPE by Jim Pollard
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IEEE 1584 Guide For Performing Arc Flash Hazard Calculations by Alan O'Kelly
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3 Case Studies Looking At The Practicality Of ARc Flash Risk Assessment In The Workplace by Pay Mynett
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Selection of PPE - Practical Experience & Comparison Of Different Arc Assessment Methods by Thomas Jordan
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Duty Holder Responsibility by Anthony Smith
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The Gains
• Learn about UK, EU and international standards developments in arc flash
• Hear case studies detailing the latest arc flash mitigation strategies and solutions
• Define what personal protective equipment (PPE) is required on your site
• Understand how to achieve a compliant and electrically safe work place
• Learn about the recent updates to NFPA 70E 2012, CSA Z462, BS7671 and IEEE 1584
• Clearly understand what an arc flash is and the potential injuries it can cause
• Learn about electrical safety statistics and the implications for you
• Detail the steps to perform an arc flash hazard analysis
• Understand practical considerations for PPE selection, testing and maintenance
• Learn how to provide arc flash training for your staff
• Network with specialists in the field and your peers
• No sales pitches – non-commercial presentations
Who Should Attend?
• Electrical Technicians, Engineers and Managers
• Engineering Managers
• Risk Assessors
• Design Engineers
• Manufacturers of PPE & Safety Equipment
• Safety Facilitators
• Instrumentation & Control Technicians and Engineers
• Process Safety and Loss Prevention Managers
• Government Safety Regulators/Inspectors
• OHS/Training Managers
• Tradespersons working in potentially explosive areas
Conference Particulars
| Event Date | 21/05/2019 |
| Event End Date | 22/05/2019 |
| Registration Start Date | 01/02/2019 |
| Cut Off Date | 31/05/2019 |
| Original Price | £750.00 |
| Discounted Price | £675.00 (Until 23/04/2019) |
| Fixed Group Price | £1,500.00 |
| Location | Marriott Manchester – Victoria & Albert Hotel |
Arc Flash Statistics
- 30,000 Arc Flash Incidents per year
- 7,000 Burn Injuries per year
- 2,000 Hospitalisations per year
- 400 Fatalities per year

“30,000 Arc Flash Incidents per year” Source: ISHN
➡ DISCOUNTS – We are offering a 10% off early bird discount until April 23rd (SAVE £75 per person) plus a 3 for 2 offer – register 3 delegates and only pay for 2 (SAVE to £750). Discounts are applied at online check-out.

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