Summary

The Technical Brochure presents a general description of the different types of spacers and spacer dampers used on overhead transmission lines with bundled conductors. The material requirement is reviewed and also the different types of clamping systems currently used. Mechanical, dynamic, electrical and environmental design characteristics are covered. The state of the art survey includes a review of the actual experience gained with current practice and the results of a questionnaire summarising the most common problems occurring.

Additional informations

Publication type Technical Brochures
Reference 277
Publication year
Publisher CIGRE
Study committees
  • Overhead lines (B2)
Working groups WG B2.11
File size 1 MB
Pages number 51
Price for non member 110 €
Price for member Free
State of the art survey on spacers and spacer dampers
State of the art survey on spacers and spacer dampers