HT XLPE Cables

Roll the drums/coils from wagons /trucks/ trolleys over a ramp/slope/(with gradient of 1:3 or 1:4) preferably in the direction of rotation marked on the drum.Alternatively, lift the drum/coil with a crane and gently put on the hard surfaced ground.The stored cables should have cable end caps fixed securely on both the ends of the cable. Incase the end caps are removed for meggering/issuing part quantity of cable, the balance cable in drum shall be refixed with end caps to avoid ingress of moisture/water.The Cable drum should never be stored flat with the drum flanges horizontal.Adequate space should be available between two adjacent drums/rows of drums to facilitate air circulation and movement of personnel to check drum marking before issuance of cables. It is a good practice to store drums on battens placed directly under the flange to reduce the possibility of drums sinking in the soil. During prolonged storage the drum should be rolled by 900 once every three months.If due to rotting of wooden drums during prolonged storage or any other reason, it becomes necessary to rewind the cable on another drum. The barrel diameter of the new drum shall be in no case less than the barrel diameter of the original drum. While rewinding the cable, ensure that the outer sheath of the cable is not scratched/damaged due to protruding nails from wooden drums.Overhead coverage of the storage space is not necessary unless the cable drums are stored for a very long period. The cables should be protected from direct sunrays by retaining the outer lagging of the drum or providing sun shield.