IEEE 635-1989
IEEE Guide for Selection and Design of Aluminum Sheaths for Power Cables
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IEEE 635-1989 is the standard for selecting and designing aluminum sheaths for power cables, providing guidance for a part of cable construction that affects protection, performance, and long-term reliability. In power, energy, and industrial applications, the sheath can influence how a cable responds to mechanical stress, environmental exposure, and installation conditions. This technical document helps engineers and specifiers make informed choices when aluminum sheaths are used in cable systems.
About IEEE 635-1989
This standard addresses the technical considerations involved in choosing and designing aluminum sheaths for power cables, with attention to the sheath’s role in overall cable integrity. IEEE 635-1989 is relevant where a metallic sheath is used as part of the cable structure and must support both protection and dependable service. It is intended to guide design decisions rather than define a single product, helping users evaluate materials, construction choices, and performance expectations in a consistent way.
Where is IEEE 635-1989 used?
This standard is commonly used in the engineering and procurement of power cable systems where aluminum sheaths are being considered for insulated cables. It is relevant to utility networks, industrial power distribution, and other installations that depend on robust cable construction. IEEE 635-1989 may also support specification writing, design review, and coordination between cable manufacturers, engineers, and project teams responsible for selecting sheath configurations for demanding electrical service.
Importance in practice
In practice, IEEE 635-1989 helps reduce uncertainty when designing or specifying aluminum-sheathed power cables. Clear guidance can support safer installations, more consistent procurement decisions, and better alignment between cable design and service conditions. For projects that depend on durable cable performance, the standard may help limit technical risk by improving control over sheath selection, construction details, and expected behavior during operation, handling, and installation.
- Aluminum sheath selection guidance
- Power cable design considerations
- Protection and durability factors
- Utility and industrial application context
- Superseded IEEE technical document
- Publication Date: 1989
- Standard Status: Superseded
- Publisher: IEEE
- Subject: Power, Energy and Industry Applications
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