What is BS EN 50180-1– Requirements for bushing about?
BS EN 50180-1 is a European standard on insulators for power systems that discuss ceramic and resin insulated bushings above 1 kV up to 52 kV and from 250 A to 3,15 kA for liquid-filled transformers.
BS EN 50180-1 establishes essential dimensions, to ensure interchangeability of bushings and to ensure adequate mounting and interchangeability of mating plug-in separable connectors or equivalent ratings.
Who is BS EN 50180-1- Requirements for bushing for?
BS EN 50180-1 on bushings is relevant to:
- Manufacturers of bushings
- Manufacturers of liquid-filled transformers
- Manufacturers of electrical insulation devices
- Electrical engineers
- Electrical industry
- Mechanical industry
Why should you use BS EN 50180-1- Requirements for bushing?
In electrical power, bushing is a device that poses as an insulating barrier between the live conductor and the metallic body of the electrical apparatus.
BS EN 50180-1 provides you with standardized terms and definitions, requirements, dimensions specifications, and compliances with the best industry guidance on bushings.
If you are a manufacturer of bushings, compliance with BS EN 50180-1 can ensure your products meet adequate performance requirements, while catering to the specific needs of the electrical application.