Ministry Of Electricity and Renewable Energy ‫وزارة الكهرباء والطاقة المتجددة‬

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EDMS 14-300-1
EEHC DISTRIBUTION MATERIALS SPECIFICATION
Date: 01-03-2022

EDMS 14-300-1

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
FOR
LOW VOLTAGE HEAT SHRINKABLE CABLE JOINTS
0.6/1(1.2) kV

Issue: Mar-2022/ Rev- 1

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EDMS 15-301-1 (Compression Type Connectors) ‫ يلزم إرفاق المواصفة الخاصة بالسرافيل‬

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EDMS 14-300-1
EEHC DISTRIBUTION MATERIALS SPECIFICATION
Date: 01-03-2022

CONTENTS

1 SCOPE 3
2 APPLICABLE STANDARDS 3
3 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS 3
4 SYSTEM DETAILS 4
5 SERVICE CONDITIONS 4
6 JOINT MATERIALS, RATING AND PERFORMANCE 5
7 MARKING AND IDENTIFICATION 9
8 PACKING 10
9 SHRINKABLE TUBES DIMENSIONS 11
8 TESTING AND INSPECTION 12
9 THE BIDDER SHALL SUBMIT WITH THE OFFER ALSO 13
12 GUARANTEE 14

TABLES
1 TABLE 1: Applicable Standards Description 3
2 TABLE 2: Cross Section Area of Under Ground Cables 5
3 TABLE 3: Aluminum Connector diameters and crimping size 6
4 TABLE 4: Copper Connectors diameters and crimping size 7
5 TABLE 5: Aluminum Connector Data Sheet 8
6 TABLE 6: Copper Connector Data Sheet 8
7 TABLE 7: Heat Shrinkable Tubes Dimensions 11
8 TABLE 8: Heat Shrinkable Material Testing Types 13
9 GUARANTEE TABLE 15

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Ministry Of Electricity and Renewable Energy ‫وزارة الكهرباء والطاقة المتجددة‬
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EDMS 14-300-1
EEHC DISTRIBUTION MATERIALS SPECIFICATION
Date: 01-03-2022

1. SCOPE
This specification covers the minimum technical requirements for design, engineering,
manufacture, testing, inspection, installation and performance of all kinds of straight through joints
for low voltage power cables of 1 kV level system, XLPE insulation, 0.6/1 (1.2) kV with the
following different constructions and sizes:

 Single/Three cores with neutral core.

 Armoured and non armoured.
 Copper and aluminum conductors.
2. APPLICABLE STANDARDS
The low voltage heat shrinkable joints should be complying with the latest edition of IEC&DIN
publications unless otherwise specified in this specification. The equipment/material covered in
this specification shall comply with the latest edition/amendment of the following codes and
standards. Where any provision of this specification differs from those of the standards listed
below at table (1), the provisions of this specification shall apply. Unless otherwise specified Joints
should comply with all relevant standards described in table (1).
TABLE 1: Applicable Standards Description

S. N. Standard No. Description

Power cables with extruded insultation and their acc. For rated voltages
1 IEC 60502-1
from 1 KV (Um =1.2 KVand 3 KV (Um = 3.6 KV)
non-tension proof compression joints for copper conductors (CU
2 DIN 46 267-1
connectors)
non-tension proof compression joints for Aluminum conductors (AL
3 DIN 46 267-2
connectors)
4 EDMS 03-300-2 Underground XLPE cables 0.6/1(1.2) kV Aluminum/Copper, Armoured
5 EDMS 15-301-1 Compression Type Connectors for Cables up to 24 kV
6 IEC 60228 Conductors of insulated cables
ASTMD 792, 573,
7 2240 Heat Shrinkable tubes
ISO 527, 868

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3. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The performance of the low voltage heat-shrinkable joint should be guaranteed for following
environmental conditions, any differences in the guaranteed performance should be clearly set out
in the offer.
Minimum ambient temperature : -5°c.
Maximum ambient temperature : 45°c (50 °C as option).
Maximum relative humidity : 95%.
Maximum altitude : 1000 m.
Soil conditions : Exposed to sea water / sewage water, and Soil
conditions vary from dry sand to wet silt or
clay.
4. SYSTEM DETAILS
Frequency 50 Hz
Number of phases Single/ multi core
Nominal voltage 0.4 KV
Highest voltage 0.6 KV
Maximum S.C. temperature 250°C
5. SERVICE CONDITIONS
- The sunlight is very intense and the temperature of exposed 70°C.
- The maximum solar radiation intensity on a horizontal surface is 1000 w/m².
- Severe surface contamination from salt, dust, heavy industrial pollution, sandstorms, fine dust
often carried in suspension in the atmosphere even on calm days, can be expected.
- Ground temperature can reach 35°C.
- Joints should be suitable for direct burial on the following conditions: -
a) Where the water-table / sea water / sewage water.
b) With laying depth of the cable up to 1.0 m.

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6. JOINT MATERIALS, RATING AND PERFORMANCE

6.1 The minimum guaranteed performance should be under Egypt service conditions mentioned in
item (5).

6.2 The low voltage heat shrinkable cable joints should be suitable for use with the following type
of cables:
- 0.6/1 (1.2) kV, three core, underground power cable, Aluminum/ Copper stranded-compacted
sectorial conductor, XLPE insulation, filler, separation sheath ST2 (bedding), double Steel tape
armour, black PVC over sheath, and according to the requirements of IEC 60502-1. This
specification covers the different joints of underground cables buried directly with cross section
areas as follow table (2):
TABLE 2: Cross Section Area of Under Ground Cables
4x25 mm2
3x35 + 16 mm2
3x50 + 25 mm2
3x70 + 35 mm2
3x95 + 50 mm2
3x120 + 70 mm2
3x150 + 70 mm2
3x185 + 95 mm2
3x240 + 120 mm2
3x300 + 150 mm2
3x400 + 240 mm2
3x500 + 240 mm2
6.3 The materials of the joints and the installation instructions should be compatible with the XLPE
cable materials 0.6/1 (1.2) kV and specification as:
a- Conductors: Aluminum / copper stranded sectoral conductors.
b- Insulation: XLPE rated 90˚C for continuous operation.
c- Inner covering: a layer of extruded PVC.
d- Armour: two steel tapes applied helically over the inner covering.

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e- Sheath: PVC rated 70˚C colour black.

f- Standards: Conform with IEC 60502-1.
g- System service voltage: 380 / 220 V, 50 HZ.
6.4 Connectors material, outer diameter, die size as per DIN 46267 part-1 for copper connector and
as per part-2 for aluminum connectors.
6.5 Connectors length as per joint manufacturers design and joint type on their own responsibility.
6.6 Connectors diameters, die size, and tolerances should be as the following tables:
TABLE 3: Aluminum Connector diameters and crimping size
Connector inner Connector outer
C.S.A (mm2) Crimping die size
diameter mm diameter mm

16 6.5 12 12
25 6.8 12 12
35 8.0 14 14
50 9.8 16 16
70 11.2 18 18
95 13.2 22 22
120 14.7 22 22
150 16.3 25 25
185 18.5 28 28
240 21.0 32 32
300 23.3 34 34
400 26.0 38 38
500 29.0 44 44

Note:
∗ The above dimensions are subjecting for a manufacturing tolerance upto+/- 0.5mm.
∗ The recommended die is the hexagonal type, with hydraulic crimping tool.

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∗ The crimping area of the connector should not be less than 50% of the connector total
length.
∗ The sector shape conductors should be pre-rounding before crimping.
TABLE 4: Copper Connectors diameters and crimping size

Copper connector for low votage cables

Connector inner Connector outer

C.S.A (mm2) Crimping die size
diameter (mm) diameter (mm)

16 5.5 8.5 8
25 7 10 10
35 8.2 12.5 12
50 10 14.5 14
70 11.5 16.5 16
95 13.5 19 18
120 15.5 21 20
150 17 23.5 22
185 19 25.5 25
240 21.5 29 28
300 24.5 32 32
400 27.5 38.5 38
500 31 42 42

Note:
∗ The above dimensions are subjecting for a manufacturing tolerance up to +/- 0.5mm.
∗ The recommended die is the hexagonal type, with hydraulic crimping tool.
∗ The crimping area of the connector should not be less than 50% of the connector total
length.
∗ The sector shape conductors should be pre-rounding before crimping.

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6.7 Connectors data sheets for joints complying with this specification:
TABLE 5: Aluminum Connector Data Sheet
Description Aluminium Connectors
For Stranded Aluminum Compacted Conductors Complying to
Application
IEC 60228
One piece seemless tube, EN Al 1050 (AL99.5) According to DIN
Material
EN755-7
Finishing Chemical Treatment
Manufacturer name, conductor size, die size, number of crimping,
Identification
and crimping positions
Dimention and codeing As per drawing and table of dimentions
Mechanical proparties Pure and soft AL
Chemical composition Min. AL ratio 99.5% (mass friction)
Min. conductivity 56% according to IACS.
Electrical conductivity
IACS: International annelid copper standard

TABLE 6: Copper Connector Data Sheet

Description Copper Connectors

Application For Stranded Copper Compacted Conductors Complying to

IEC 60228
One piece seemless tube, Electrolytic tough pitchCopper (Cu-ETP)
Material
according to DIN EN 13600 (supersedes DIN 40500)
Finishing Tinned coating not less than 3 micro m
Manufacturer name, conductor size, die size, number of crimping,
Identification
and crimping positions
Dimentions and codeing As per drawing and table of dimentions
Mechanical proparties Pure Copper
Chemical composition Min. Copper ratio 99.9% (mass friction)
Min. conductivity = 96.6% according to IACS.
Electrical conductivity
IACS: International anneled copper standered

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6.8 Each joint shall be complete with the necessary and suitable ferrules for AL cables each ferrule
should be complete with the inhibitor and two plastic caps as covering.
6.9 Each splice kit shall be suitable to make jointing between cables with cables over sheath made of
PVC.
6.10 The Joints kits should be supplied completely with all relevant components including the heat
shrinkable insulation tubes for cable cores, DIN ferrules (connectors), tinned copper Braid and
clamps for armouring (as applicable), outer jacket tubes, and/or any special accessories
required.
6.11 Every kit shall consist of the following: -
a- Outer tubing (shrinkable with adhesive).
b- Four insulating tubing for connectors (shrinkable with adhesive).
c- Tubular Tinned Cu braid.
d- Galvanized steel clamps: 2 pcs for armoring cables only (to bind the Cu Braid with cable
armoring), plastic and steel ties are not applicable.
e- Four connectors (in case of AL connectors an inhibitor and two plastic caps should be
supplied).
f- Sealant strip: Black Mastic tapes (pastes) of types required for sealing and filling, as
applicable at least Over steel clamps (if exist), under the ends of jacket tube over the cables.
g- One insulating welding PVC tape.
h- Installation instructions including the Kit contents list.
7. MARKING AND IDENTIFICATION
All components of the joint should be distinctly and clearly marked with the manufacturer's name
and reference numbers. The marking should be done before packing the component.
Components or materials, if subjected to a shelf-life limitation, should have the final date of use
prominently and permanently shown on all packages.
The electrical relevant components of cable accessories must be marked with the following data:

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1. Manufacturer name.
2. Production indicator for traceability.
3. Cross-section, or diameter, or application range should be marked.
8. PACKING
8.1. Packing should be robust and able to withstand very rough handling during transportation. It
should be protected against ingress of moisture.
8.2. The details of method of packing should be submitted with the offer.
8.3. Packaging as well for each cable accessory should be printed and possible to read all
information directly with the following information: -
a) Manufacturer's name.
b) Manufacturer’s Type No. / catalog number.
c) Purchase order number/tender.
d) Cable size/diameter.
e) Nominal Voltage (0.6/1 kV) / Max. Voltage (1.2 kV)
f) Year of manufacture
g) Customer Name …. EDC
h) Manufacturer's batch No. or any code for tracing the quality assurance records maintained
by the manufacturer.
i) Shipping Mark Guide.
j) Installation Guide.
8.4. Each kit should be supplied with a packing note stating the quantities and descriptions of
components contained in the kits, and the documents described below:
The kits should include:

Each kit should be supplied with installation instructions in Arabic and English for the offered
accessories which must include the steps of installation, the number of dies, detailed drawing of

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the connector explaining the number & sequence of crimping and the width of each crimping,
(Each crimping should be hexagonal).

9. SHRINKABLE TUBES DIMENSIONS

 Inner diameters of shrinkable tubes shall be large enough to pass easily through cores of cable
during making joints and sizes tubes (inner /outer) should be applicable with whole joint.
 Connectors shall be according to DIN standards.
 Other dimensions shall be equal or better than the following: -
TABLE 7: Heat Shrinkable Tubes Dimensions
Neutral inner
Outer tubing Phase inner tubing (with
(with tubing (with
adhesive) Tubular
dhesive) wall adhesive)
Length braid
Length wall wall Length
Item thickness / (before length
(before thickness / thickness / (before
max inner shrinking) frees
shrinking) approx. shrinking)
inner diam, before
diam, free .inner diam,
free erection
free
recovered
recovered recovered

4x25 mm2 2.5 / 55 500 2 / 22 150 2 / 22 150 400

3x35+16 mm2 2.5 / 55 500 2 / 22 150 2 / 22 150 400
3x50+25 mm2 2.5 / 55 750 2 / 22 150 2 / 22 150 650
3x70+35 mm2 3.5 / 101 750 2.5 / 33 200 2 / 22 200 650
3x95+50 mm2 3.5 / 101 750 2.5 / 33 200 2 / 22 200 650
3x120+70 mm2 3.5 / 101 900 2.5 / 33 250 2.5 / 33 250 800
3x150+70 mm2 3.5 / 101 900 2.5 / 40 250 2.5 / 33 250 800
3x185+95 mm2 3.5 / 124 900 2.5 / 40 250 2.5 / 33 250 950
2
3x240+120 mm 3.5 / 124 900 2.5 / 40 250 2.5 / 33 250 1000
3x300+150 mm2 3.5 / 124 900 2.5 / 40 300 2.5 / 40 300 1000
3x400+240 mm2 4 / 150 1000 2.5 / 55 350 2.5 / 40 350 1000
3x500+240 mm2 4 / 150 1000 2.5 / 80 350 2.5 / 40 350 1000

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10. TESTING AND INSPECTION

Unless otherwise accepted in writing by ... EDC, … EDC shall require its representative(s) to
witness type test. The contractor shall provide at his expense for all testing requirements. The
testing dates shall be advised by the contractor to permit witnessing by … EDC representative(s),
and this must not relieve contractor of his full responsibility towards supplies guarantee. Testing
of the joints should meet the requirements described in the IEC, DIN, ASTMD and ISO.
Each joint should verify the following type tests: -
1-routine Tests: -
- Visual inspection.
- Dimensions.
- Quantity check.
- Kit content check.
- Connector’s conductivity.
2- Type tests: -
a) Insulation resistance (between conductor and grounded water bath 1000 M.Ohm).
b) A.C. withstands voltage 4 KV for 15 minutes (with no break down and no flashover).
c) Impulses withstand voltage 10+ve and 10-ve 1.2 / 50 µs 8 KV peak between conductor and
grounded water bath (with no break down and no flashover).
d) D.C. withstand voltage 15 KV for 5 minutes (with no break down and no flashover).
e) Electrical resistance of connectors (crimped on the cable) as per IEC 60228 table 3 and table 4
according to connectors type.
f) Heat shrinkable material must comply with applicable standards ASTMD 792, 2240, 573 and
ISO 527, 868. & Ferrules shall be to DIN standard as following table (8).

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TABLE 8: Heat Shrinkable Material Testing Types

Properties Test Method Value (min) Unit

PHYSICAL
Density ASTM D 792 or ISO 1183,A 0.93 gm/cm3
Tensile Strength ISO 527-2TIP 5A or ISO 37 10 Mpa
Ultimate Elongation ISO 527-2TIP 5A or ISO 37 350 %
Shore Hardness (D) 3S ASTM D 2240 or ISO 868 40
THERMAL AGEING
TS 10 Mpa
7 DAYS @ 150 OC
EB 350 %
∆TS -13.92 %
PERCENTAGE CHANGE ASTMD 573
∆EB -11.23 %
LOSS OF MASS % -0.38 %

3- special tests: -
- Shrink of heat shrink tubes and check after free recovery (used sample from the order).
Tests and test program should be as required by …. EDC. Test certificates should be
supplied to …. EDC, signed by its representative(s), shipment shall be only after
acceptance of …. EDC representative(s).

11. The bidder shall submit with the offer :

A. Copies of recently conducted type test certificates in accordance to type tests of this
description.
B. Catalogues and installation instructions of offered joints.
C. Complete technical details with dimensional drawings including for: -

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1) Shrinkable tubes: inner diameters and length before shrinking and inner diameters
and thickness recovered.
2) Connectors: length, inner and outer diameters.
3) Tubular braid: length, weight.
D. One complete sample kits of each size of joint.

12. GUARANTEE:
The contractor shall guarantee supplies against all defects arising out of faulty design or workman
ship or defective material for a period of two year from date of delivery to … EDC stores,
inspection and technical acceptance.
The supplier shall guarantee the uniformity of the products delivered with the approved samples.

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GUARANTEE TABLE

Item Description Joint for cable

…..x…..+…. mm2
1 Name of manufacturer
2 Country of manufacturer
Type
3
Catalogue no.
Period for which this accessory has been supplied for service
4
conditions similar to Egypt years
5 Max design voltage kv
6 Outer tubing :
- Inner diameter /Length (before shrinking) mm/mm
- Wall thickness / inner diameter free recovered mm/mm
- With or without adhesive
7 Phase inner tubing :
- Inner diameter /Length (before shrinking) mm/mm
- Wall thickness / inner diameter free recovered mm/mm
- With or without adhesive
8 Neutral inner tubing
- Inner diameter /Length (before shrinking) mm/mm
- Wall thickness / inner diameter free recovered mm/mm
- With or without adhesive
9 Tubular braid length and cross section area cm / mm2
10 Phase connector: length/outer dia./ inner dia. mm/mm/mm
11 Neutral connector: length/outer dia./ inner dia. mm/mm/mm
12 The tolerance in the inner diameter of connector
Phase: ± mm
Neutral: ± mm

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