Thorne & Derrick Working with 3M Electrical to Energise Data Centres

Published 23 Sep 2024

Data Centres | 600V to 66kV

Reliable 3M Electrical Solutions That Help Keep Your Power On

Since 1985, Thorne & Derrick have been Authorised Distributors for the 3M Electrical range of Low, Medium & High Voltage Cable Accessories for the insulation, connection, repair and provision of reliable electrical power up to 66kV utilising Cold Shrink, heat shrink, Scotch Tape and Scotchcast Resin technologies.

3M Electrical is a trusted supplier of advanced materials for Data Centres. Long-lasting 3M electrical products are engineered to enhance performance, help improve reliability,
and offer the right protection for less downtime and fewer interruptions.

3M Electrical Products — More Uptime, Reduced Outages

Insulate, Connect, Protect & Energise

Each letter below represents an electrical construction or maintenance application. Match all letters that apply to the facility illustration to see all the places where 3M electrical products help you deliver efficient, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions.

Cable Applications

A	Insulate Wires and Cables • Repair and re-insulate LV cables and busbar • Repair or replace busbar insulation • Insulate and seal in harsh conditions
Connect Wires and Cables • Conductor to conductor (pigtail and inline) • Conductor to flat pad or pin-connection	B
C	Splice Cables • Splice underground buried and submerged • Splice in cable tray or ductwork • Shearbolt and compression connectors
Rejacket and Protect Medium Voltage Cables • Rejacket buried and submerged cable • Provide mechanical and abrasion protection	D
E	Terminate Cables • Terminate in switchgear • Terminate live-front busbar connections • Terminate with dead-front separable equipment connection • Terminate in outdoor pole top and substation connection
Motor and Equipment Maintenance • Insulate motor lead connections • Repair busbar insulation • Repair metal housing for motors and pumps	F
G	Be Safe on the Job • Equipment outlet line insulation • Personal protection
Protect Cables from Fire, Water or Corrosion • Resist water, oil and chemicals • Resist abrasion, puncture and cut-through • Resist pipe corrosion	H
I	Fire Protection • Protective wraps • Caulks, putties, foams and large opening solutions • Sprays, sealants and tapes
Locate & Mark • Map path and depth of underground assets	J
K	Maintain & More • Cable identification and cable management • Metal lubrication and rust resistance

Data Processing Centre Guide

Voltage Rating of 3M Product Applications

Indicates High Voltage Application (69KV-145KV)
Indicates Medium Voltage Application (5KV- 46KV)
Indicates Low Voltage Application (<1000V)

Kitting & Stocking Commitment | Thorne & Derrick have expanded existing stock lines and introduced products into stock across the 3M Electrical Product range from LV to HV. From Scotch Tapes for 600V repair to QTEN for 66kV termination – we hold the deepest and broadest selection of 3M Scotch, Scotchcast and ColdShrink cable accessories in UK stock, 11kV 33kV 66kV.

3M Electrical Product Application Guide

NOTE: Products vary within each category. Not all products will be suitable for all the application requirements listed.

*Speciality Tapes coding: S=silicone, C=corrosion protection, G=glass cloth, V=varnished cambric

Thorne & Derrick supply LV HV Cable Accessories, Substation & Electrical Eqpt to EPC’s & High Voltage Jointing Contractors working on the design, construction and maintenance of UK, European and international data centre projects.

Based in the UK, we are highly customer responsive and absolutely committed to providing a world-class service.

Since 1985, we have provided expert technical support and express delivery from extensive UK stocks to world-wide destinations

View our Data Centre Capability page.