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Neets Module 04-Introduction to Electrical Conductors, Wiring Techniques, and Schematic Reading
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1-18 Another type of asbestos-covered cable is shown in figure 1-10. It is combination of asbestos and varnished cambric. This type of insulation serves as leads for motors and transformers that sometimes must operate in hot, damp locations. The varnished cambric covers the inner layer of felted asbestos. This prevents moisture from reaching the innermost layer of asbestos. Asbestos loses its insulating properties when it becomes wet. It will, in fact, become a conductor. Varnished cambric prevents this from happening because it resists moisture. Although this insulation will withstand some moisture, it should not be used on conductors that may at times be partially immersed in water. Under those circumstances, the insulation must be protected with an outer lead sheath. Figure 1-10.—Asbestos and varnished cambric insulation. The NEC has designators for eight types of asbestos wire. The designators and a description of each are listed below. Type A Nonimpregnated asbestos without an asbestos braid Type AA Nonimpregnated asbestos with an outer asbestos braid or glass Type AI Impregnated asbestos without an asbestos braid Type AIA Impregnated  asbestos with an outer asbestos braid or glass Type AVA Asbestos, varnish-cambric  insulation with an outer asbestos braid or glass Type AVL Asbestos, varnish-cambric insulation with an outer asbestos braid covered  with a lead sheath Type  AVB Asbestos, varnish-cambric insulation  with an outer flame-retardant cotton braid Type SA Silicone rubber insulated with outer heavy glass, asbestos-glass, or asbestos braid Q25. State the reasons that the Navy is getting away from the use of asbestos insulation. Q26. State what happens to the insulating characteristics of asbestos when it gets wet. Paper Paper has little insulation value alone. However, when impregnated with a high grade of mineral oil, it serves as a satisfactory insulation for extremely high-voltage cables. The oil has a high dielectric strength, and tends to prevent breakdown of the paper insulation. The paper must be thoroughly saturated with the oil. The thin paper tape is wrapped in many layers around the conductors, and then soaked with oil. The three-conductor cable shown in figure 1-11 consists of paper insulation on each conductor. It has a spirally wrapped nonmagnetic metallic tape over the insulation. The space between conductors is filled with a suitable spacer to round out the cable. Another nonmagnetic metal tape is used to secure the entire






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