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Insulation Test Using Megger On Cables

#86848 12/19/03 11:10 AM

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Question:

When performing an insulation test using a megger on cables in a 600 volt system, megger scale is 1000 volt dc.

Why do cable manufacturer's recommend a megger scale of 500 volt dc?

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Subject	Posted By	Posted
Insulation Test Using Megger On Cables	Joe Tedesco	12/19/03 03:10 PM
Re: Insulation Test Using Megger On Cables	Ron	12/19/03 03:37 PM
Re: Insulation Test Using Megger On Cables	rmiell	12/19/03 08:58 PM
Re: Insulation Test Using Megger On Cables	tdhorne	01/05/04 06:05 PM

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