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Characteristics of HFIX Insulated Wire Sheaths Contaminated by Pollutants (오염물질에 따른 HFIX 절연전선 피복의 특성 변화에 관한 연구)

  • Choi, Su-Gil;Nam, Yeong-Jae;Jin, Se-Young;Kim, Si-Kuk
    • Fire Science and Engineering
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    • v.34 no.3
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    • pp.8-17
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    • 2020
  • In this study, the characteristics of HFIX insulated wire sheaths contaminated by pollutants were examined. KS C IEC 60811-1-3 standard was followed in performing the water-resistance wire tests. Pollutants were selected, and the specimens were exposed to the pollutants for a maximum duration of four weeks. The maximum tensile load and the elongation rate were measured each week. As the period of pollution exposure increased, the maximum tensile load of the specimens decreased by 6.22% and 6.52% at room temperature and high temperature, respectively, and 19.94% for specimens coated with a rust-proof lubricant. The elongation rate also decreased rapidly, such that the reductions in the properties of the sheath were significant. From the analysis of the surfaces using a scanning microscope, as the contamination period increased, structural changes such as perforation, split, and melting occurred, and the mechanical properties of the specimens decreased. Therefore, it is necessary to develop and follow an inspection cycle and periodically carry out repairs to prevent the deterioration of insulated wires.