IEEE 48-2020
Current Cable Terminations Used on Shielded Cables Having Laminated Insulation Rated 2.5 kV through 765 kV or Extruded Insulation Rated 2.5 kV through 500 kV
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48-2020 is a technical standard for current cable terminations used on shielded cables with laminated insulation rated from 2.5 kV through 765 kV, or extruded insulation rated from 2.5 kV through 500 kV. It addresses the requirements and application context for termination components in power, energy, and industrial systems where insulated shielded cables must be connected reliably. This matters because proper termination design helps support electrical performance, installation consistency, and safer operation in demanding high-voltage service.
About 48-2020
48-2020 focuses on current cable terminations used with shielded power cables, where the insulation system and voltage rating place strict demands on interface design and performance. The standard is relevant to terminations for both laminated and extruded insulation constructions, reflecting the different electrical and mechanical considerations involved. By defining a common technical basis for these terminations, 48-2020 supports more consistent engineering decisions, product selection, and evaluation of cable-end equipment in higher-voltage applications.
Where is 48-2020 used?
This standard is typically used in power transmission and distribution projects, utility cable systems, and industrial installations that rely on shielded high-voltage cables. It is especially relevant where cable terminations must be matched to laminated or extruded insulation ratings and integrated into substations, switchgear interfaces, or other energized connections. In procurement and project engineering, 48-2020 can help align specified termination hardware with the cable construction and operating voltage of the installation.
Importance in practice
In practice, 48-2020 helps reduce uncertainty around the selection and use of cable terminations for shielded power cables. That supports compliance efforts, design control, and more consistent testing or qualification of termination systems. Because cable-end interfaces can affect electrical stress, sealing, and long-term reliability, using a defined standard can help lower installation risk and improve coordination between cable, accessory, and system specifications. For buyers and engineers, 48-2020 also improves comparison of products against a common technical reference.
- Shielded cable termination requirements
- Laminated and extruded insulation ratings
- High-voltage power system interfaces
- Consistency in specification and procurement
- Publication Date: 2020
- Standard Status: Active
- Publisher: IEEE
- Subject: Components, Circuits, Devices and Systems; Power, Energy and Industry Applications
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