Nexans FB1 Flexible Bushing Boot

Product overview

Nexans FB1 Flexible Bushing Boot

Nexans FB1 Flexible Bushing Boot is an insulating elastomeric boot, used to insulate the bushing in switchgear and transformer cable termination boxes up to 17.5 kV especially where the clearances between phase to phase and phase to earth is less than the normal air clearance.

These boots provide protection against flash over in the event of high humidity and surge impulse. Made from highly insulating flexible and weather resistant elastomeric material.

Nexans Flexible Insulating Bushing Boots are quick and easy to install. The boots can be removed easily for convenient access to the bushing connection for testing purposes. After testing, boot reinstallment is easy and without the need for additional material or tooling.

Nexans FB1 Kit Contents

The FB1 kit comprises of 3 flexible bushing boots and 3 tubes of grease.

Clearances

This is an unscreened boot and therefore not safe to touch when energised.

Advantages

High performance flexible insulation material with excellent tracking and erosion resistance. Quick and easy to remove and reinstall. Unlimited shelf life. Termination can be energised immediately after installation.

Technical Data

Part No Voltage Um Diameter Over

Termination Min Diameter Over

Termination Max

FB1 17.5 kV Max 20 mm 50 mm

Basic impulse level: 95 kV

Bushing diameter: 30 – 45 mm

Cable sizes: 35 – 400 mm²

Additional Technical Data of Nexans FB1 Flexible Bushing Boot can be found on the table below. For more information, please advise the PDF File. Nexans 17JTS1 W

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