RCS-13 EPR Semi-conducting Tape

Key Features

Retains Conductivity When Stretched

RCS-13 maintains its semi-conductive properties even when stretched, ensuring consistent conductivity throughout its application. This is vital for high-voltage cable splicing and terminations, ensuring reliable performance.

Semi-conducting (Low Resistivity)

With low resistivity, RCS-13 efficiently manages and distributes electrical stress across the cable system. Its semi-conducting nature helps minimize electrical concentration points, ensuring uniform voltage distribution, especially in areas with high voltage.

Excellent Elongation and Conformability

RCS-13 has exceptional elongation properties, allowing it to stretch and conform to irregular cable shapes and terminations without losing effectiveness. This makes it ideal for complex cable splicing and termination tasks, ensuring a secure and effective shield.

High Temperature Resistance (130°C Overload)

With a short-term overload temperature rating of 130°C (266°F), RCS-13 can withstand extreme temperatures commonly encountered in high-voltage systems, making it highly durable for electrical power applications.

Compatibility with All Solid Dielectric Cable Insulations and Conductors

RCS-13 is compatible with various solid dielectric cable insulations (including XLPE) and conductors. This makes it highly versatile, suitable for use across different cable systems, and ensures reliable performance in various applications.

Environmental Resistance

Offering resistance to ozone, solvents, UV radiation, xenon exposure, and moisture, RCS-13 ensures long-term durability even in harsh environmental conditions. Whether installed indoors or exposed to the elements, this tape provides reliable protection.

Easy Operation and Installation

Designed for ease of use, the tape can be applied efficiently in complex, hard-to-reach areas. Its self-fusing design provides a hassle-free installation process, ensuring a secure and effective seal for electrical insulation and shielding.

Applications

Repairing XLPE Cable Terminations and Joints (Up to 110kV)

RCS-13 is ideal for repairing and maintaining XLPE (cross-linked polyethylene) cable terminations and joints. Its semi-conducting properties restore electric field uniformity, reducing electrical stress and ensuring the reliability of high-voltage cables.

Shielding for Solid Dielectric Cables (Above 5kV)

This tape is perfect for shielding solid dielectric cables operating above 5kV. It provides an efficient protective layer that helps manage electrical stress, enhancing the durability and performance of high-voltage cable systems.

Stress Cone Insulation in Power Cable Terminations

RCS-13 plays a critical role in forming the conductive portion of a stress cone in power cable terminations. This ensures even distribution of electrical stress, contributing to a stable and efficient cable termination.

Repair of Damaged Semi-conducting Layer Beneath the Metallic Shield

In the case of damage to the semi-conducting layer beneath the metallic shield of cables, RCS-13 can restore the conductive properties, ensuring the cable continues to function effectively without compromise.

General High-Voltage Shielding and Insulation

Ideal for high-voltage applications, RCS-13 provides reliable shielding and insulation, ensuring minimal electrical stress and long-term system stability. Its excellent conformability and high electrical performance make it a trusted solution in industrial and power cable applications.

Why Choose RCS-13 EPR Semi-conducting Tape?

Enhanced Conductivity and Protection
The tape’s semi-conducting nature ensures efficient distribution of electrical stress, minimizing the risk of voltage spikes and stress concentrations that could lead to system failures in high-voltage cables.

Superior Durability in Harsh Environments
With its resistance to ozone, UV, solvents, and moisture, RCS-13 offers outstanding durability, even in the most challenging environmental conditions, ensuring long-lasting protection for cable terminations and joints.

Versatility Across Applications
RCS-13’s compatibility with various types of cable insulations and conductors makes it a versatile solution for a wide range of high-voltage applications, from splicing and shielding to repairing and insulating.

Reliable in High-Voltage Systems
Rated for use in systems up to 110kV, RCS-13 ensures safe and efficient operation of high-voltage power cables, providing reliable insulation and shielding under extreme conditions.

Easy Installation and Application
The tape is designed for easy application, reducing installation time and labor costs while ensuring a secure, effective seal. Its self-fusing feature simplifies the process, ensuring a quick and reliable solution.

Product Specifications

• Base Material: Ethylene Propylene Rubber (EPR)
• Temperature Rating: Operating: -40°C to 130°C (short-term overload)
• Voltage Rating: Up to 110kV
• Conductivity: Semi-conducting (low resistivity)
• Compatibility: Compatible with XLPE, PVC, and other solid dielectric insulations
• Resistance: Ozone, UV, solvents, moisture
• Color: Black (custom colors available on request)
• Size: Available in various widths and lengths (custom sizes available)
• Certifications: RoHS compliant, UL-listed, CE-marked (where applicable)