IEEE 590-1977
IEEE Cable Plowing Guide
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About This Item
IEEE 590-1977 is the IEEE Cable Plowing Guide, a technical document for planning and carrying out cable plowing work in power, energy, and industrial applications. It addresses the practical issues involved in installing buried cable with plowing methods, where trench conditions, cable handling, and installation control can affect long-term reliability. For organizations that specify or review underground cable installation practices, this standard helps define a consistent engineering approach.
IEEE 590-1977 overview
This guide focuses on the use of cable plowing as an installation method for underground systems. IEEE 590-1977 is relevant where direct burial or similar underground routing is considered and where the installer must manage mechanical stresses, ground conditions, and placement accuracy. As a technical reference, it supports better coordination between design, field execution, and inspection. The document is particularly useful when work needs to balance installation speed with cable protection and dependable service.
Typical use cases
IEEE 590-1977 may be used when planning underground cable routes for utility corridors, plant distribution networks, or other power-related installations that rely on plowing equipment. It is also useful during project specification, contractor review, and field supervision for cable placement in soil conditions suited to plowing. Engineers and procurement teams may consult IEEE 590-1977 when comparing installation methods, checking workmanship expectations, or aligning cable installation practice with project requirements.
Why this standard matters
Using IEEE 590-1977 can help reduce installation risk by promoting consistent methods for cable plowing in underground applications. Clear guidance supports safer handling, better control of cable positioning, and fewer issues related to physical damage during placement. It can also improve communication between designers, installers, and inspectors by providing a common technical reference. For projects tied to power and energy infrastructure, that consistency may support reliability, compliance, and smoother acceptance of completed work.
- Underground cable plowing methods
- Power and energy installations
- Cable handling and placement control
- Installation planning and inspection
- Mechanical protection during burial
- Publication Date: 1977
- Standard Status: Inactive
- Publisher: IEEE
- Subject: Power, Energy and Industry Applications
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