Description
Key Features
- High dielectric constant material for effective electrical stress control
- Rubber-based construction with excellent conformability
- Improves electric field distribution at cable shield ends
- Reduces electrical stress concentration in cable joints and terminations
- Flexible and stable performance in complex cable joint structures
- Simple installation without traditional stress cone construction
- Reliable insulation performance for medium-voltage cable accessories
- Suitable for cable terminations and intermediate joints up to 35 kV
Applications
RCS-2220 Stress Control Tape is designed for regulating electrical field distribution and controlling electrical stress in medium-voltage cable accessories.
- Electrical stress control in cable terminations up to 35 kV
- Electrical stress control in intermediate cable joints up to 35 kV
- Voltage distribution regulation at cable shield break points
- Field control layer for medium-voltage cable accessories
- Improvement of electric field distribution in cable insulation systems
Technical Properties
| Property | Typical Value |
| Color | Grey |
| Thickness | 0.76 mm |
| Width | 19 mm |
| Length | 4500 mm |
| Tensile Strength | 5.5 MPa |
| Elongation at Break | 650 % |
| Dielectric Constant | 22 |
| Dielectric Strength | 18 kV/mm |
| Loss Factor | 0.20 |
Installation Method
- Apply the tape in half-lapped layers with minimal tension.
- Ensure the silver-grey side faces outward during installation.
- Maintain an elongation rate not exceeding 10% during wrapping.
- Wrap the tape around the cable shielding break or termination area.
- After installation, press the wrapped tape firmly by hand to ensure close adhesion to the cable surface.
Storage and Shelf Life
Under normal storage conditions (approximately 21°C in a dry environment), RCS-2220 Electrical Stress Control Tape has a shelf life of approximately five years when stored in its original packaging.
