IEEE P48/D5.1, May 2008
IEEE Draft Standard for Test Procedures and Requirements for Alternating 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 (Revision of IEEE 48-1996)
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IEEE P48/D5.1, May 2008 is an inactive IEEE draft standard that addresses test procedures and requirements for alternating current cable terminations used on shielded cables. It focuses on laminated insulation rated from 2.5 kV through 765 kV and extruded insulation rated from 2.5 kV through 500 kV, making it relevant to high-voltage power cable applications. For engineering teams working with power, energy, and industrial systems, IEEE P48/D5.1, May 2008 helps define a consistent basis for evaluating termination performance and design suitability.
What is IEEE P48/D5.1, May 2008?
IEEE P48/D5.1, May 2008 sets out draft requirements and test procedures for AC cable terminations intended for shielded cables in high-voltage service. The document is tied to the revision of IEEE 48-1996 and is aimed at ensuring that terminations can be assessed in a structured, repeatable way. In practical terms, it supports technical review of insulation systems, termination construction, and electrical performance characteristics across a wide voltage range. IEEE P48/D5.1, May 2008 is most useful when comparing products or verifying compliance expectations for cable accessories.
Where is IEEE P48/D5.1, May 2008 used?
IEEE P48/D5.1, May 2008 is typically used in the specification, testing, and procurement of high-voltage cable terminations for shielded power cables. Its context fits utility substations, industrial power distribution, generation facilities, and other installations where reliable cable-end connections are critical. The standard is especially relevant when insulated terminations must be matched to laminated or extruded cable constructions and their rated voltage levels. It may also support engineering teams responsible for acceptance testing and product qualification in power and energy applications.
Why is IEEE P48/D5.1, May 2008 important?
This draft standard matters because cable terminations are a common point of electrical stress, and poor performance can lead to failures, outages, or safety risks. IEEE P48/D5.1, May 2008 helps create consistency in testing and requirements so that designs can be evaluated against the same technical basis. That supports better design control, more reliable procurement decisions, and clearer compliance discussions. For high-voltage systems, having a defined reference can reduce uncertainty when selecting and validating termination hardware.
- AC cable termination test procedures
- Shielded cables with laminated or extruded insulation
- High-voltage rating coverage from 2.5 kV to 765 kV
- Revision basis for IEEE 48-1996
- Power, energy, and industrial application context
- Publication Date: 2008
- Standard Status: Inactive
- Publisher: IEEE
- Subject: Power, Energy and Industry Applications
- Official IEEE: Doi link
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