IEEE 386-1995
Standard for Separable Insulated Connector Systems for Power Distribution Systems Above 600 V

Standard No.

IEEE 386-1995

Release Date

1995

Published By

IEEE - The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers@ Inc.

Status

Be replaced

Replace By

IEEE 386-2006

Latest

IEEE 386-2016

Scope

ForewordThis standard was developed in response to a need created by the rapid expansion of underground distribution systems. A key element that allowed this expansion to become a reality is the separable insulated conductor. This device provides for simple and inexpensive connection and switching to transformers and other equipment used in underground distribution. When separable insulated conductors became available@ the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) and the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) worked cooperatively to develop a document that defined the interfaces@ ratings@ and test conditions for the device. The success of that cooperative effort is apparent from both the vast number of these devices now in interchangeable use in the field and their enviable safety record. This cooperative effort continues due to the ongoing upgrading and changing nature of these underground systems and products. The recent cooperative effort has been provided by the ANSI C119.2 Subcommittee and the IEEE Working Group on Separable Connectors under the auspices of the Distribution Subcommittee of the Transmission and Distribution Committee of the IEEE Power Engineering Society. This revision reflects the following major additions: ?? An accelerated current-cycling test for 200 A insulated connectors ?? Production test requirements calling for test components to duplicate fit and voltage stress ?? Stacking dimension criteria for 200 A separable connectors?This standard establishes definitions@ service conditions@ ratings@ interchangeable construction features@ and tests for load-break and dead-break separable insulated connector systems rated 601 V and above@ 600 A or less@ for use on power distribution systems.

IEEE 386-1995 history

• 2016 IEEE 386-2016 Separable Insulated Connector Systems for Power Distribution Systems Rated 2.5 kV through 35 kV
• 2011 IEEE 386/INT 1-2011 IEEE Standards Interpretations for IEEE Std 386™-2006 IEEE Standard for Separable Insulated Connector Systems for Power Distribution Systems Above 600 V
• 2006 IEEE 386-2006 Standard for Separable Insulated Connector Systems for Power Distribution Systems Above 600 V
• 1995 IEEE 386-1995 Standard for Separable Insulated Connector Systems for Power Distribution Systems Above 600 V
• 1985 IEEE 386-1985 Separable insulated connector systems for power distribution systems above 600 V
• 1977 IEEE 386-1977 SEPARABLE INSULATED CONNECTORS FOR POWER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS ABOVE 600V
• 1974 IEEE 386-1974 Separable insulated cinnectors for power distribution systems above 600V