Transmission Line Repair Manual: A Guidebook For The Inspection and Repair of Damaged or Worn Conductors

TRANSMISSION LINE
REPAIR MANUAL
A guidebook for the inspection and
repair of damaged or worn conductors
August 2017
PREFACE
Since 1947 Preformed Line Products has been a recognized leader in the business of
safeguarding transmission line conductors. Many of the innovative ideas and solutions
developed by PLP over the years can be applied to the repair and restoration of existing
transmission lines today.
This manual describes the causes of conductor and shield wire damage, the types of common
damage and failures, the inspection and assessment of damage, recommendations for the
restoration of the conductor and finally, preventative measures to avert future damage.
ARMOR-GRIP® Suspension (1951) Spiral Vibration Damper (1960) CUSHION-GRIP® Suspension (2002)
VORTX™ Damper (2005) Air Flow Spoiler (1983)
Splice Shunt (1950’s)
Detuning Pendulum (2013)

CONTENTS
I. CAUSES AND TYPES OF CONDUCTOR DAMAGE

Aeolian Vibration ………………………………………. 2
Galloping ……………………………………………….. 3
Wake Induced Oscillation ……………………………… 4
Other ……………………………………………………. 5
II. ASSESSMENT OF CONDUCTOR DAMAGE

Visual Inspection ……………………………………….. 6
X-Ray Inspection ……………………………………….. 6
Acoustical Inspection …………………………………… 7
III. ASSESSMENT OF COMPRESSION SPLICES

General …………………………………………………. 7
Resistance Ratio ………………………………………… 7
Infrared Inspection (IR) …………………………………. 7
Acoustical Inspection …………………………………… 7
IV. RESTORATION AND PREVENTATIVE MEASURES

General ………………………………………………….. 8
Conductors ………………………………………………. 8
Overhead Shield Wire (OHSW) ………………………… 11
Optical Ground Wire (OPGW) ………………………….. 11
Compression Splices …………………………………….. 11
V. APPENDIX “A” – Catalog Information
Line Guards ……………………………………………… 15

Armor Rods ……………………………………………… 19
Conductor Splices ………………………………………… 27
ACSR Full Tension Splice ………………………………. 41
THERMOLIGN® Splice ………………………………… 44
Splice/Dead-end Shunt ………….……………………… 46
CUSHION-GRIP® Suspension ………………………….. 48
Overhead Shield Wire Repair Rods (OHSW) ………........ 52
Optical Ground Wire Repair Rods (OPGW) …………...... 53
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I. CAUSES AND TYPES OF CONDUCTOR DAMAGE
AEOLIAN VIBRATION
Aeolian vibration of transmission conductors is a common occurrence, created by smooth

(laminar) winds (5 to 15 mph) blowing across the conductor surface. The resultant standing
wave vibrations are generally less than a conductor diameter in amplitude, with a frequency of
10 to 50 hertz for conductors and 40 to 130 hertz for overhead shield wires (OHSW) and optical
ground wires (OPGW). The severity and duration of aeolian vibration are a function of the
conductor tension, terrain and prevailing wind direction (high tension with open terrain and
winds perpendicular to the line being the worst).
The aeolian vibration activity in a span creates dynamic bending stresses on the conductor at the
structure support hardware at each end of the span, and at the dampers, spacers or spacer dampers
within the span.
When the vibration activity and the associated bending stresses are severe enough, the aluminum
strands of a conductor will crack and then break (fatigue failure) at some point in time. All
materials, including aluminum conductor strands, have an “endurance limit” to bending. Below
the endurance limit, the bending stresses are low enough that they cause no weakening or damage
(fatigue). When the endurance limit is exceeded, there is a weakening of the material (aluminum
conductor strand) for each cycle of bending. The weakening continues until a critical number of
cycles is reached, and a crack is produced. The number of bending cycles required to produce a
crack is directly related to how much the actual bending stresses exceed the endurance limit.
The conductors of a transmission line may experience vibration-related bending stresses below
the endurance limit during warmer months when the tensions are lower, but could exceed the
endurance limit during the winter when line tensions are increased due to colder temperatures.
The weakening associated with bending stresses above the endurance limit is cumulative and
typically after a number of years, cracking and breaking of conductor strands begin to appear.
The bending stresses on conductor strands at the support structures are greatly influenced by the type
of suspension hardware used.
Bolted suspension clamps, even when applied over Armor

Rods, produce a considerable amount of compression on
the conductor as it is squeezed between the body and
keeper of the clamp. The compression causes the
aluminum strands of each layer to press against each other,
and against the strands of the core. Since each layer in a
conductor is wound in the opposite direction, the
compression produces notches in the strands, as shown in
this photo. These notches actually reduce the diameter of
the strand, producing stress risers and lowering the endurance limit.
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Another effect of the strand notching is related to the actual location where cracking of the
strands will initiate. Since the strands in the second layer become notched on both the top and
bottom surfaces, the reduction in the endurance limit is greater than for the outer layer. It is for
this reason that strand fatigue failures often occur in the underlying layers of a conductor within
a bolted suspension clamp, even if the outer layer is intact.
Suspension assemblies, such as the ARMOR-GRIP®

Suspension and the CUSHION-GRIP®® Suspension that
surround the conductor with an elastomer insert, do not
produce compressive loads on the conductor sufficient
enough to cause notching, thus retaining the original
endurance limit. Furthermore, the elastomer insert absorbs a
significant amount (40% to 50%) of the bending stresses that
the conductor would be exposed to, compared to a bolted
clamp under the same vibration activity.
Aeolian vibration activity can also cause the loosening of keepers in bolted suspension clamps,
and loosening of the attachment clamps of dampers, spacers and spacer dampers. When a keeper
or a clamp loosens enough, the conductor will move back and forth, causing abrasion to the outer
aluminum strands. Continued activity of the conductor surface loosens the connection further
and accelerates the abrasion, often wearing completely through the outer strands.
GALLOPING
Galloping of transmission lines is generally associated with

moderate to high winds (15 to 40 mph) blowing over ice-covered
conductors. The resulting motion is generally very dramatic, with
peak-to-peak amplitudes as high or higher than the mid-span sag.
The frequency of this motion is generally about 2 hertz (for single
loop galloping).
With the severe amplitudes associated with galloping, the bending

stresses produced on the conductors at support structure hardware
are extremely high. Therefore, the fatigue of conductor strands can occur in a short period of
time compared to fatigue created by aeolian vibration.
Conductor strands that have experienced fatigue failures due to galloping appear to the naked eye
to be the same as strands that have failed from aeolian vibration; however, under an electron
microscope it is possible to see the difference because the higher stresses associated with
galloping cause the cracking of the material to progress at a much faster rate.
Galloping of transmission lines can cause the weights on stockbridge type vibration dampers to
fall off. This is generally due to a fatigue failure of the messenger strand. The result is that for
future aeolian vibration activity, the conductor will not have the benefit of the dampers, and
bending stresses will increase at the support hardware.
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WAKE-INDUCED OSCILLATIONS
Wake-induced oscillations are associated with bundled conductor configurations (twin, tri, quad,
etc.), and are created by one of the sub-conductors of the bundle lying in the “wake” of another
sub-conductor. The wake created by winds (10 to 40 mph) passing over the sub-conductors will
create motions of the sub-spans between spacer or spacer dampers (breathing), or of the entire
span (vertical galloping, snaking or rolling), as illustrated below.
Subspan Mode Vertical Galloping

(Breathing)
Rolling (Twisting)
Horizontal Galloping
(Snaking)
The sub-span or breathing mode produces a variety of

forces and torque on the clamps of spacers and spacer
dampers. Clamps that have loosened or relaxed over time
due to aeolian vibration or other factors allow the
conductor to move or twist within the clamp. This
movement will cause abrasion of the conductor over time.
The rolling or twisting modes of the entire span also

produce torque and forces on the clamps of spacers and
spacer dampers that could lead to slipping and abrasion.
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It is also possible for the forces associated with the various wake-induced oscillation motions to
cause excessive wear of the damping elements (generally an elastomer material) of spacer
dampers, rendering them ineffective against aeolian vibration.
OTHER CAUSES OF CONDUCTOR DAMAGE
In addition to possible damage from aeolian vibration, galloping or wake-induced oscillation

(bundled configurations), transmission line conductors may be damaged by lightning strikes or
flashover, direct contact, or by firearms.
The energy from a direct lightning strike or from a flashover can melt a portion of a conductor.
A bullet hitting a conductor can severely damage the aluminum strands.
Damage from lightning Damage from firearms
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II. ASSESSMENT OF CONDUCTOR DAMAGE
VISUAL INSPECTION
Since conductor damage is often hidden beneath Armor Rods or beneath the outer strands,
worthwhile visual inspections require that the suspension hardware and Armor Rods, if present,
be removed. It is also necessary to relieve the line tension on the conductor at the support during
a visual inspection for at least two reasons. First, and most importantly is that the Armor Rods
may be carrying the load of underlying broken strands. Removal of the Armor Rods without
relieving the tension could result in overloading and possible failure of the damaged conductor
beneath the rods.
The second reason to relieve the tension is so that the underlying strands of the conductor can be
inspected. As stated earlier, it is not uncommon for breaks to occur in the inner layer first (under
bolted clamps).
During any inspection, it is important to determine the exact number of strands (aluminum and
core) that have cracked or failed. Different repair products are used for different levels of
damage (as will be seen later in this document).
Aeolian vibration and galloping activity often leave telltale

signs on suspension hardware that can be seen even during
flying inspections of the line. Aeolian vibration, even at moderate
levels, can cause the stainless steel cotter key in a pin to leave a
clear impression in the softer aluminum housing of a clamp.
With galloping, the forces are so severe that the material will
wear at the mating surfaces between Y clevis units and yoke
plates. The high loads and hammering action of the galloping
literally cause the materials to be pushed aside.
X-RAY INSPECTION
Throughout the years, X-ray inspections have been used to

assess the condition of conductors without removing the
suspension clamp (only possible with aluminum-based
suspension clamps). Specialized field X-ray equipment is
positioned around the suspension clamp, and an image of
the conductor within is obtained. Close inspection by an
experienced technician will show cracked or broken strands.
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ACOUSTICAL INSPECTION
A new technology has been developed by EPRI Solutions that uses an acoustical signal to
perform a hot-line evaluation of conductors without the need to remove suspension hardware.
The device injects an acoustical signal in the conductor near the suspension point and captures
the return signal. The return signal is compared to a signal from an undamaged conductor of the
same size and construction. The comparison of the signals can reveal broken strands and the
level of corrosion of the core.
This new technology is commercially available and provides the industry with a much-needed
evaluation tool.
III. ASSESSMENT OF COMPRESSION SPLICES
GENERAL
Historically, due to material aging, improper installation, or problems with inhibiting

compounds, a certain percent of compression splices become ineffective to the point where a
failure is possible. For these reasons, compression splices on transmission lines are generally
evaluated on a routine basis.
A number of techniques have been developed, or are being developed, to assess the conditions of
splices on operating lines. Among these are the following.
RESISTANCE RATIO: OHMSTIK™
With this device, the electrical resistance across the splice is measured and compared (as a ratio)
to that of a new splice of the same type. The value of the ratio determines the course of action to
be taken; none (the splice is like new), continue monitoring over time (some level of
deterioration has occurred), or replace or shunt (failure is imminent).
INFRARED INSPECTION (IR)
There have been continued advancements in infrared inspection equipment that allows the
temperature of a splice to be measured from the ground or from an aircraft. As long as the splice
is cooler than the adjacent conductor, there is no indication of problems. A splice that is
operating at a temperature higher than the conductor should be replaced or shunted.
ACOUSTICAL INSPECTION
EPRI Solutions plans to investigate whether or not the acoustical inspection equipment that they
have developed for the evaluation of conductors will reveal relevant information on the condition
of a compression splice.
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IV. RESTORATION AND PREVENTATIVE MEASURES
GENERAL
Once the extent of the damage is determined, the next steps are to restore the mechanical and
electrical integrity of the system, and to initiate preventative measures to prevent a similar
occurrence in the future.
As you will see in the following sections, there are different repair products for different degrees
of damage. Therefore, it is important to be thorough in the assessment of the damage. If there
is some uncertainty as to the degree of the damage, it is always prudent to assume the worst
case.
CONDUCTORS
Line Guards & Armor Rods
For partially damaged conductors, Line Guards and Armor Rods can be used to restore 100% of
the mechanical and electrical integrity of a damaged conductor (within the span or at the support
points). The table below shows the number of damaged aluminum strands that can be repaired
on typical conductors with Line Guards and Armor Rods. See Appendix A for catalog sheets
for common Line Guards and Armor Rods.
Notes: The broken or cracked aluminum strands can be in any layer of the conductor.
For ACSR and ACSS conductors, the steel core must be intact.
ACSR & ACSS AAC AAAC

6/1 18/1 24/7 26/7 30/7 45/7 54/7 7w 19w 37w 61w 7w 19w
Line Guards 1 4 3 4 5 5 6 1 3 4 6 1 2
Armor Rods 3 6 7 8 9 10 12 2 5 9 12 2 6
Conductor Splice
A Conductor Splice will restore the mechanical and electrical integrity of all of the aluminum
strands of ACSR, ACSS, AAC and AAAC conductors, when used within the span or at a support
point. See Appendix A for catalog sheets for Conductor Splices.
Notes: For ACSR and ACSS conductors, the steel core must be intact.
For AAC & AAAC conductors, a Conductor Splice is a full tension splice.
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ACSR Full Tension Splice
ACSR Full Tension Splices will restore 100% of the mechanical and electrical integrity of ACSR
conductors (aluminum strands and steel core). These splices can be used within the span or at a
support location. See Appendix A for catalog information.
THERMOLIGN® Splice
Full tension splices for ACSS and ACCR conductors not only have to hold at least 95% of the
mechanical strength and provide 100% of the conductivity, but also must do so at elevated
conductor temperatures (up to 250° C). The THERMOLIGN Splice is specially designed as a
full tension splice for ACSS and ACCR conductors (round wire only), and has been thoroughly
tested for high temperature performance. See Appendix A for catalog information on the
THERMOLIGN Splice.
Note: THERMOLIGN Splices are not intended for use on conductors with trapezoidal
aluminum stranding (ACSS/TW or ACCR/TW).
Preventative Measures
Once a conductor is repaired using one of the products described above, it is important to take
preventative measures to eliminate the possibility of a reoccurrence of the same problem in the
future.
For conductors damaged at support hardware, the best

preventative measure is to install a suspension assembly
that reduces bending stresses on the repaired conductor.
As detailed earlier, the CUSHION-GRIP® Suspension,
with elastomer inserts, reduces the bending stresses from
aeolian vibration and galloping by 40% to 50%. Therefore,
the repaired conductor will no longer be subjected to the
levels of bending stress that caused the original damage.
Catalog information for the CUSHION-GRIP Suspension can be found in Appendix A.
To determine the proper size CUSHION-GRIP Suspension, the final diameter of the repaired
conductor must be determined using information contained in Appendix A.
For example, the Line Guards (MG-0153) used to repair a partially damaged 636 kcmil 26/7
ACSR (“Grosbeak”) conductor have rods with a diameter of 0.182". Adding two rod diameters
to the original diameter of the conductor (0.990") gives a final repaired diameter of 1.354". For
this diameter, a CGS-1116 would be used.
If for the same conductor, repairs were made with Armor Rods (AR-0137) or a Conductor Splice
(LS-0148), the final repaired diameter would be 1.61", which requires a CGS-1120.
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Another preventative measure is the addition of vibration dampers to suppress the level of
aeolian vibration after the repair is completed. The Spiral Vibration Damper (SVD) is a very
effective and field proven impact-type damper for use on conductors up to 0.75" diameter. For
larger conductors, the VORTX™ Damper will reduce the amplitude of vibration at the support
locations to an acceptable level. Contact your PLP representative for recommendations on the
use of these products.
Spiral Vibration Damper VORTX Damper
If it is suspected or known that galloping was the cause of the original damage to the conductor,
Air Flow Spoilers or Detuning Pendulums can be added to the line to suppress future galloping
activity. Field studies and laboratory tests have shown that Air Flow Spoilers and Detuning
Pendulums are very effective in reducing the high amplitude motions associated with galloping.
These products are available for both non-EHV and EHV applications. Contact your PLP
representative for recommendations on the use of these products.
Air Flow Spoiler
Detuning Pendulum
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OVERHEAD SHIELD WIRE (OHSW)
Repair Rods
Repair Rods for overhead shield wire are designed to restore 100% of the mechanical strength
and electrical conductivity when the number of broken wires doesn’t exceed 50% of the total
number of wires. Repair rods can be used at support structures or within the span. See
Appendix A for catalog information on Repair Rods for galvanized steel and aluminum-clad
steel strands.
Note: Repair Rods are not intended to be used for full tension applications in new
construction nor in repairs.
Preventative Measures
As with conductors, consideration should be given to using a CUSHION-GRIP® Support on

overhead shield wire repaired at supporting structures to prevent a reoccurrence. Also, the
addition of Spiral Vibration Dampers will effectively reduce any high frequency aeolian
vibration to acceptable levels.
OPTICAL GROUND WIRE (OPGW)
Repair Rods
Repair Rods for optical ground wire are designed to provide up to 50% of the rated strength of
typical OPGW designs utilizing aluminum-clad steel outer strands, as detailed on the relevant
catalog page in Appendix A.
COMPRESSION SPLICES
Splice Shunt / Dead-end Shunt
A Splice Shunt is an effective way to restore the electrical integrity and a portion of the mechanical
strength of a compression splice that has been determined from a field assessment to be suspicious
or deteriorating (i.e., increased resistance ratio or high operating temperature). The Splice Shunt is
designed to restore the mechanical and electrical performance of all of the aluminum strands of
ACSR conductors, and 10% or more of the strength of the steel core, without having to remove the
compression splice. The Dead-end Shunt restores electrical conductivity between the conductor in
the span and the jumper loop.
The sets of rods that make up the Splice Shunt and Dead-end Shunt are manufactured from aluminum
alloy and are coated with a conductive grit. The center section of each rod set is tightly cabled (twisted)
so that it will pass over and conform to the compression splice.
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V. APPENDIX A - CATALOG INFORMATION
Line Guards..........................................................................................................................15
Armor Rods..........................................................................................................................19
Conductor Splices................................................................................................................27
ACSR Full Tension Splice...................................................................................................41
THERMOLIGN® Splice......................................................................................................44
Splice/Dead-end Shunt.........................................................................................................46
CUSHION-GRIP® Suspension............................................................................................48
Overhead Shield Wire Repair Rods (OHSW)......................................................................52
Optical Ground Wire Repair Rods (OPGW).......................................................................53
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NOMENCLATURE
Single Support and Double Support Length: Identified Color Code and Length:
by “S” and “D” appearing in the length column on the Assists in identification of
catalog page. Should the maximum distance between conductor size, correspond-
tied supports exceed 12 inches, consult the Factory. ing to tabular information
Rod Diameter: Added to conductor O.D., assists in arriving appearing on catalog page.
at applied overall diameter. Identification Tape: Shows
Rods Per Set: Indicates the proper number of rods for catalog number, nominal
each application. sizes.
Center Mark: Establishes recommended alignment of rods
during application.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
PROTECTION. PREFORMED™ Line Guards are intended LINE GUARDS RESTORATIVE-REPAIR. Line Guards may
to protect against abrasion and arc-over, and to provide be used as patch rods designed to restore full conductance
limited repair. The degree of protection needed on a spe- and strength to ACSR and aluminum conductors where dam-
cific line depends upon a number of factors such as line age is located outside the support area and does not exceed
design, temperature, tension, exposure to wind flow, and 25 percent of the outer strand layer. Consult Preformed Line
vibration history on similar construction in the same area. Products for repair capability of specific strandings.
As a general guide, the following recommendations may
be adopted to the specific conditions. NOTE: When Line Guards are used to repair damaged
aluminum-based conductors, the following application steps
Line Guards are recommended as minimum protection for will produce optimum electrical repair:
hand-tied spans. Step 1: Thoroughly wire-brush damaged conductor
for the full length of the Line Guard to be applied.
PLP® Factory Formed Ties are recommended as improve- Step 2: Apply a gritted inhibitor to the full length of
ments over Line Guards secured with hand tie wire.They this area before applying the Line Guard.
protect against chafing or wear caused by wind sway or
unbalanced loading. PLP Ties also provide a stronger TAPPING. Line Guards may be used as tap armor to protect
material and greater uniformity than hand tie wire. conductors from wear and flash-over damage under hot line
taps. Where it is known that tapping clamps will be installed
Armor Rods are recommended as minimum protection for over Line Guards, it is recommended that the conductor be
clamp-type supports or suspensions. The use of supple- thoroughly wire brushed clean, then an inhibitor be applied.
mental damping devices, such as Spiral Vibration Damper,
should be considered when conductor vibration is present APPLICATION-INSPECTION. After application of the
or expected. correct number of rods per set, a slight gap between rods
should be present. Consult the General Information Section
for detailed explanation.
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Line Guards
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS CONTD. SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
Apply no more than one-half the number of rods per set at a 1. This product is intended for a single (one-time) use
time on smaller sizes. On conductors 4/0 and larger, do not and for the specified application. CAUTION: DO NOT
attempt to apply more than 3 rods at a time. The alignment of REUSE OR MODIFY THIS PRODUCT UNDER ANY
the ends of the rods should be maintained within 2 inches. CIRCUMSTANCES.
2. This product is intended for use by trained craftspeople
Standard Line Guards are intended for non EHV applica- only. This product SHOULD NOT BE USED by anyone
tions (230kV and lower). Contact PLP for Line Guards with who is not familiar with and trained in the use of it.
Parrot-Bill® rod ends for EHV applications.
3. When working in the area of energized lines with this
product, EXTRA CARE should be taken to prevent
accidental electrical contact.
4. For PROPER PERFORMANCE AND PERSONAL
O.D. CALCULATIONS SAFETY be sure to select the proper size
PREFORMED™ Line Guard before application.
Applied overall diameter computed as follows: 5. PREFORMED Line Guards are precision devices. To
insure proper performance, they should be stored in
The rod diameter can be obtained from the catalog page cartons under cover and handled carefully.
tables. Conductor/Strand O.D. can be found in the Conduc-
tor Chart, General Information Section.
Rod Diam., .102" x 2 = .204"

Conductor Diam. + .188"
Total Applied O.D. .392"
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For use on:

ACSR, Compacted ACSR,
Aluminum Alloy
All-Aluminum, AWAC®
Compacted All-Aluminum, ACAR
Diameter Range Rod

Catalog (Inches) Units Wt./Lbs. Length Diameter Rods Per Color
Number Min. Max. Nominal Conductor Size Per Carton (Inches) (Inches) Set Code
MG-0122 12 17(S)
.182 .193 #6, 7W All-Alum. 100 .102 7 Purple
MG-0305 19 29(D)
MG-0123 12 17(S)
.194 .207 #6, 6/1 #6, 7W Alum. Alloy 100 .102 7 Blue
MG-0306 19 29(D)
MG-0125 16 17(S)
.220 .228 #5, 6/1 #5, 7W Alum. Alloy 100 .121 7 White
MG-0308 26 29(D)
MG-0126 20 19(S)
.229 .243 #4, 7W All-Alum. #4, 6/1, 7/1 Comp. 100 .121 8 Brown
MG-0309 32 31(D)
MG-0127 20 19(S)
.244 .259 #4, 6/1, 7/1 #4, 7W Alum. Alloy 100 .121 8 Orange
MG-0310 32 31(D)
MG-0128 20 19(S)
.260 .273 #3, 7W All-Alum. #2, 7W Comp. 100 .121 8 Green
MG-0311 32 31(D)
MG-0129 25 21(S)
.274 .289 #3, 7W Alum. Alloy 100 .121 9 Yellow
MG-0312 38 33(D)
MG-0130 25 21(S)
.290 .308 #2, 7W All-Alum. 100 .121 9 Purple
MG-0313 38 33(D)
MG-0131 25 21(S)
.309 .326 #2, 6/1, 7/1 #2, 7W Alum. Alloy 100 .121 9 Red
MG-0314 38 33(D)
MG-0132 28 21(S)
.327 .346 #1, 7W All-Alum. 1/0, 7W-19W Comp. 100 .121 10 Blue
MG-0315 42 33(D)
MG-0133 30 23(S)
.347 .366 #1, 6/1 1/0, 6/1 Comp. 100 .121 10 Green
MG-0316 44 35(D)
MG-0134 32 23(S)
.367 .389 1/0, 7W All-Alum. 2/0, 7W-19W Comp. 100 .121 11 Black
MG-0317 46 35(D)
MG-0135 35 25(S)
.390 .413 1/0, 6/1 1/0, 7W Alum. Alloy 100 .121 11 Yellow
MG-0318 50 37(D)
MG-0136 20 25(S)
.414 .436 2/0, 7W All-Alum. 3/0, 7W-19W Comp. 50 .121 12 Brown
MG-0319 29 37(D)
MG-0137 23 27(S)
.437 .463 2/0, 6/1, 7/1 2/0, 7W Alum. Alloy 50 .121 13 Blue
MG-0320 32 39(D)
MG-0138 24 27(S)
.464 .490 3/0, 7W-19W All-Alum. 50 .121 13 Green
MG-0321 32 39(D)
MG-0139 26 29(S)
.491 .521 3/0, 6/1 3/0, 7W Alum. Alloy 50 .121 14 Orange
MG-0322 36 41(D)
MG-0140 26 29(S)
.522 .551 4/0, 7W-19W All-Alum. 50 .121 14 Black
MG-0323 36 41(D)
MG-0141 30 31(S)
.552 .585 4/0, 6/1 4/0, 7W Alum. Alloy 50 .121 15 Red
MG-0324 40 43(D)
MG-0142 40 31(S)
.586 .606 266.8, 7W-19W, 37W All-Alum. 50 .146 14 Black
MG-0325 54 43(D)
Right-hand lay standard (Continued on next page)

EXPLANATORY NOTES:
(1) Nominal Conductor size indicates one of various conductors within each range.
of
(3) AWAC is a registered trademark of the Copperweld Co.
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Diameter Range
(Inches) Units Wt./Lbs. Rod
Catalog Length Diameter Rods Color
Number Min. Max. Nominal Conductor Size Per Carton (Inches) (Inches) Per Set Code
MG-0143 42 33(S)
.607 .630 266.8, 18/1 300, 19W-37 All-Alum. 50 .146 14 White
MG-0326 57 45(D)
MG-0144 42 33(S)
.631 .655 266.8, 19W Alum. Alloy (6201) 50 .146 14 Yellow
MG-0327 57 45(D)
MG-0145 48 35(S)
.656 .679 336.4, 19W-37W All-Alum. 50 .146 15 Brown
MG-0328 62 47(D)
MG-0146 48 35(S)
.680 .703 336.4, 18/1 350, 37W All-Alum. 50 .146 15 Blue
MG-0329 62 47(D)
MG-0147 54 37(S)
.704 .740 336.4, 26/7 19W Alum. Alloy (6201) 50 .146 16 Green
MG-0330 70 49(D)
MG-0148 60 39(S)
.741 .792 397.5, 18/1 26/7, 24/7 50 .146 17 Orange
MG-0331 77 51(D)
MG-0149 64 39(S)
.793 .840 477, 18/1 477, 19W-37W All-Alum. 50 .146 18 Purple
MG-0332 82 51(D)
MG-0150 36 41(S)
.841 .898 477, 24/7, 26/7 30/7 25 .146 19 Blue
MG-0333 45 53(D)
MG-0151 46 43(S)
.899 .954 556.5, 24/7, 26/7 30/7 25 .167 18 Green
MG-0334 58 55(D)
MG-0152 54 45(S)
.955 .986 605, 26/7 636, 24/7 25 .182 17 White
MG-0335 68 57(D)
MG-0153 58 45(S)
.987 1.016 636, 26/7 666.6, 24/7 25 .182 18 Yellow
MG-0336 72 57(D)
MG-0154 60 47(S)
1.017 1.064 715.5, 24/7 26/7 25 .182 18 Brown
MG-0337 74 59(D)
MG-0155 44 49(S)
1.065 1.098 874.5, 37W-61W All-Alum. 15 .204 17 Green
MG-0338 55 61(D)
MG-0156 58 49(S)
1.099 1.153 795, 26/7 30/19 15 .250 15 Orange
MG-0339 72 61(D)
MG-0157 62 51(S)
1.154 1.208 954, 45/7 54/7 15 .250 15 Purple
MG-0340 75 63(D)
MG-0158 68 53(S)
1.209 1.268 1192.5, 61W All-Alum. 15 .250 16 Black
MG-0341 82 65(D)
MG-0159 48 53(S)
1.269 1.327 1113, 54/19, 1192.5, 45/7 10 .250 17 White
MG-0342 58 65(D)
MG-0160 50 55(S)
1.328 1.390 1272, 45/7 10 .250 17 Yellow
MG-0343 60 67(D)
MG-0161 36 57(S)
1.391 1.440 1431, 45/7 5 .310 15 Brown
MG-0344 44 69(D)
MG-0162 40 59(S)
1.441 1.508 1431, 54/19 5 .310 16 Blue
MG-0345 48 71(D)
Right-hand lay standard

EXPLANATORY NOTES:
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Armor Rods
NOMENCLATURE
Single Support and Double Support Length: Identified by “S” and “D” appearing in the
length column on the catalog page. Should the maximum distance between tied
supports exceed 12 inches on double crossarm construction, consult PLP.
Rod Diameter: Added to conductor O.D., assists in arriving at applied overall diameter.
Rods Per Set: Indicate the proper number of rods for each application.
Center Mark: Establishes recommended alignment of rods during application.
Color Code and Length: Assist in identification of conductor size, corresponding to tabular
information appearing on catalog page.
Identification Tape: Shows catalog number, nominal sizes.
Thermal Rating (Continuous)

Within a high temperature
Suspension Clamp 250°C
ACSS Repair 250°C
ACSR Repair 125°C
PROTECTION. PREFORMED™ Armor Rods are intended ARMOR-GRIP® Suspension is recommended as being su-
to protect against bending, compression, abrasion, perior to armor–clamp combinations in providing protection
arc-over, and to provide repair. The degree of protection from bending stress, compression stress and abrasion.
needed on a specific line depends upon a number of fac-
ARMOR RODS RESTORATIVE-REPAIR. Armor Rods
tors such as line design, temperature, tension, exposure to
may be used to restore full conductance and strength to
wind flow, and vibration history on similar construction in
ACSR and aluminum conductors where damage does not
the same area. As a general guide, the following recom-
exceed approximately 50 percent of the outer strand layer.
mendations may be adopted to the specific conditions.
Consult Factory for repair capability of specific strandings.
Armor Rods are recommended as minimum protection for
For standard catalog numbers damage should be located
clamp-type supports or suspensions.
at the “point of support” or within the “midspan area”. For
Line Guards are recommended as minimum protection for damage 6" to 36" (152 to 914 mm) from the support point
hand-tied spans. contact PLP for recommendations.
The use of supplementary damping devices, such as NOTE: When Armor Rods are used to repair damaged
Spiral Vibration Dampers, should be considered when aluminum-based conductors, the following application
conductor vibration is present or expected. steps are required for optimum electrical repair:
Step 1: Thoroughly wire-brush damaged conductor
PLP® Factory Formed Ties are recommended as being
for the full length of the Armor Rods to be
superior to armor-hand tie combinations in providing
applied.
protection from abrasion, and equivalent in providing
Step 2: Apply a gritted inhibitor to the full length of this
protection from vibration fatigue.
area before applying the Armor Rods.
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Transmission: Section
1
Armor Rods
Armor Rods
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS CONTD. SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
TAPPING. Tapping over applied aluminum Armor Rods is 1. This product is intended for a single (one-time) use
permissible. Where it is known that tapping clamps will be and for the specified application. CAUTION: DO NOT
installed over Armor Rods, it is recommended that the REUSE OR MODIFY THIS PRODUCT UNDER ANY
conductor be thoroughly wire brushed clean, then an in- CIRCUMSTANCES.
hibitor be applied.
2. This product is intended for use by trained craftspeople
APPLICATION-INSPECTION. After application of the only. This product SHOULD NOT BE USED by anyone
correct number of rods per set, a slight gap between who is not familiar with and trained in the use of it.
rods should be present. Consult the General Information
3. When working in the area of energized lines with this
Section for detailed explanation.
product, EXTRA CARE should be taken to prevent
Apply no more than one-half the number of rods per set at accidental electrical contact.
a time on smaller sizes. On conductors 4/0 and larger, do
4. For PROPER PERFORMANCE AND PERSONAL
not attempt to apply more than 4 rods at a time. The align-
SAFETY be sure to select the proper size
ment of the ends of the rods should be maintained within
PREFORMED™ Armor Rods before application.
2 inches for voltages of 230 KV and lower.
5. PREFORMED Armor Rods are precision devices. To
MATERIAL SELECTION. For copper or Copperweld®
insure proper performance, they should be stored in
conductor, Copperweld® or Phosphor Bronze, Armor Rods
are recommended when electrical requirements such as cartons under cover and handled carefully.
tapping or repair are not involved.
DESIGN MODIFICATION
Armor Rods: PARROT-BILL® Ends
To meet the corona onset and RIV requirements for most

extra-high-voltage applications, PARROT-BILL® Ends are
to be used instead of the standard ball-end rods. Consult
the Factory for an engineering recommendation.
O.D. CALCULATIONS
Applied overall diameter computed as follows:
The rod diameter can be obtained from the catalog

page tables. Conductor/Strand O.D. can be found in the
Conductor Chart, General Information Section.
Rod Diam., .167" x 2 = .334"

Copperweld is a registered trademark of the Copperweld Co.

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Armor Rods: Aluminum
For use on:

ACSR, Compacted ACSR,
Aluminum Alloy All-Aluminum,
AWAC® Compacted All-Aluminum,
ACAR, ACSS (AW & TW)
Diameter Range
(Inches) Units Wt/Lbs Rod
Catalog Length Diameter Rods Per Color
Number Min. Max. Nominal Conductor Size Per Carton (Inches) (Inches) Set Code
AR-0106 100 35 40(S)
.194 .207 #6, 7W Alum. Alloy #6, 6/1 .121 7 Blue
AR-0306 100 45 52(D)
AR-0107 100 35 40(S)
.208 .219 #4, 7W, Comp. .121 7 Black
AR-0307 100 45 52(D)
AR-0108 #5, 3-7W Alum. Alloy 100 40 40(S)
.220 .228 .121 8 White
AR-0308 #5, 6/1 100 51 52(D)
AR-0109 #4, 7W All-Alum. 100 40 40(S)
.229 .243 .121 8 Brown
AR-0309 #4, 6/1-7/1 Comp. 100 51 52(D)
AR-0110 50 25 40(S)
.244 .259 #4, 6/1, 7/1 #4, 7W, Alum. Alloy .146 7 Orange
AR-0310 50 32 52(D)
AR-0111 #3, 7W All-Alum. 50 26 42(S)
.260 .273 .146 7 Green
AR-0311 #2, 7W Comp. 50 34 54(D)
AR-0112 50 30 42(S)
.274 .289 #3, 7W, Alum. Alloy .146 8 Yellow
AR-0312 50 38 54(D)
AR-0113 #2, 7W All-Alum. 50 30 42(S)
.290 .308 .146 8 Purple
AR-0313 #2, 6/1 Comp. 50 38 54(D)
AR-0114 50 32 44(S)
.309 .326 #2, 6/1, 7/1 #2, 7W Alum. Alloy .136 9 Red
AR-0314 50 40 56(D)
AR-0115 #1, 7W All-Alum. 50 38 46(S)
.327 .346 .146 9 Blue
AR-0315 #1/0, 7W-19W Comp. 50 46 58(D)
AR-0116 50 40 48(S)
.347 .366 #1, 6/1 #1, 7W Alum. Alloy .146 9 Green
AR-0316 50 49 60(D)
AR-0117 1/0, 7W All-Alum. 50 45 50(S)
.367 .389 .146 10 Black
AR-0317 2/0, 7W Comp. 50 55 62(D)
AR-0118 50 55 52(S)
.390 .413 1/0, 6/1 1/0, 7W Alum. Alloy .167 9 Yellow
AR-0318 50 67 64(D)
AR-0119 2/0, 7W-19W All-Alum. 50 48 52(S)
.414 .436 .146 10 Brown
AR-0319 3/0, 7W Comp. 50 58 64(D)
AR-0120 50 64 54(S)
.437 .463 2/0, 6/1 3/0, 6/1 Comp. .167 10 Blue
AR-0320 50 76 66(D)
AR-0121 50 64 54(S)
.464 .490 3/0, 7W-19W All Alum. .167 10 Green
AR-0321 50 76 66(D)
AR-0122 3/0, 6/1 3/0, 7W Alum. Alloy 25 37 56(S)

.491 .521 .167 11 Orange
AR-0322 4/0, 6/1 Comp. 25 46 68(D)
AR-0123 25 38 58(S)
.522 .551 4/0, 7W-19W All-Alum. .167 11 Black
AR-0323 25 46 70(D)
(Continued on next page)

EXPLANATORY NOTES:
(2) Single Support Length (S) and Double Support Length (D) are described on the first page of the Armor Rod section.
(3) Reference O.D. Calculations for: APPLIED O.D. Calculations.
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Armor Rods: Aluminum
Armor Rods
EHV Armor Diameter Range
Rod (Inches) Nominal Units Wt/Lbs Rod Rods
Catalog Catalog Conductor Length Diameter Per Color
Number Number Min Max Size Per Carton (Inches) Inches Set Code
AR-0124 25 46 60(S)
.552 .585 4/0, 6/1 .182 11 Red
AR-0324 25 55 72(D)
AR-0125 25 52 62(S)
.586 .606 266.8 kcmil, 19W .182 12 Black
AR-0325 25 61 74(D)
AR-0126 25 54 64(S)
.607 .630 266.8 kcmil, 18/1 .182 12 Purple
AR-0326 25 63 76(D)
AR-0127 25 54 64(S)
.631 .655 266.8 kcmil, 26/7 .182 12 Yellow
AR-0327 25 63 76(D)
AR-0128 18 43 66(S)
.656 .679 336.4 kcmil, 19W .182 13 Brown
AR-0328 18 51 78(D)
AR-0129 18 52 68(S)
.680 .703 300 kcmil, 26/7 .204 12 Blue
AR-0329 18 60 80(D)
AR-0130 18 54 72(S)
.704 .740 336.4 kcmil, 26/7 .204 12 Green
AR-0342 18 64 84(D)
AR-0131 .741 .782 397.5 kcmil, 18/1 18 59 72 .204 13 Orange
AR-0132 .783 .814 397.5 kcmil, 26/7 15 66 76 .250 11 Purple
AR-0133 .815 .845 636 kcmil, 19W Comp. 15 66 76 .250 11 Red
AR-0134 .846 .907 477 kcmil, 26/7 15 74 78 .250 12 Blue
AR-0135 .908 .929 636 kcmil, 37W 12 66 80 .250 13 Green
AR-0136 .930 .976 605 kcmil, 26/7 12 72 88 .250 13 White
AR-0137 AR-0500 .977 1.016 636 kcmil, 26/7 9 50 92 .310 11 Yellow
AR-0138 AR-0501 1.017 1.035 795 kcmil, 37-61W 6 55 94 .310 12 Brown
AR-0139 AR-0502 1.036 1.064 715.5 kcmil, 26/7 6 56 96 .310 12 Blue
AR-0140 AR-0503 1.065 1.098 795 kcmil, 24/7 6 56 96 .310 12 Green
AR-0141 AR-0504 1.099 1.139 795 kcmil, 26/7 6 62 100 .310 12 Orange
AR-0142 AR-0505 1.140 1.161 954 kcmil, 36/1 6 63 100 .310 13 Purple
954 kcmil, 45/7
AR-0143 AR-0506 1.162 1.208 954 kcmil, 54/7 6 69 100 .310 13 Red
1033.5 kcmil, 37-61W
AR-0144 AR-0507 1.209 1.269 1113 kcmil, 45/7 6 81 100 .365 12 Black
AR-0145 AR-0508 1.270 1.327 1192.5 kcmil, 45/7 6 81 100 .365 12 White
AR-0146 AR-0509 1.328 1.390 1272 kcmil, 45/7 3 45 100 .365 13 Yellow
AR-0147 AR-0510 1.391 1.440 1431 kcmil, 45/7 3 54 100 .436 11 Brown
AR-0163 AR-0511 1.441 1.508 1590 kcmil, 45/7 3 58 100 .436 12 Blue
AR-0164 AR-0512 1.509 1.578 1590 kcmil, 54/19 3 58 100 .436 12 Green
AR-0165 AR-0513 1.579 1.651 1780 kcmil, 84/19 3 60 100 .436 13 Orange
AR-0166 AR-0514 1.652 1.728 2000 kcmil, 9/W 3 60 100 .436 13 Purple
AR-0167 AR-0516 1.729 1.809 2156 kcmil, 84/19 3 64 100 .436 14 Red
AR-0168 AR-0517 1.810 1.898 2500 kcmil, 91W 3 64 100 .436 14 Black
AR-0169 AR-0518 1.899 1.991 3 68 100 .436 15 White
AR-0170 AR-0519 1.992 2.090 3500 kcmil, 127W 3 68 100 .436 15 Yellow
AR-0171 AR-0520 2.091 2.193 3500 kcmil, 127W 3 80 100 .468 15 Brown
EXPLANATORY NOTES:
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Armor Rods: ALUMINUM-CLAD STEEL
For use on:

Aluminum-Clad Steel Strands
Diameter Range
Rod
(Inches) Units Wt/Lbs
AR-2113 50 32 40(S)
.169" .178" 3#12 AW .102 7 Orange
AR-2313 50 40 52(D)
AR-2116 50 32 40(S)
.196" .207" 3#11 AW .102 7 Black
AR-2316 50 40 52(D)
AR-2118 50 36 40(S)
.218" .225" 3#10 AW 4-M AW .102 8 Green
AR-2318 50 46 52(D)
AR-2120 50 40 40(S)
.237" .249" 1/4", 7#12AW 6-M, AW, 3#9 AW .102 9 Yellow
AR-2320 50 51 52(D)
AR-2122 25 28 42(S
.264" .277" 9/32", 7#11 AW 8-M, AW, 3#8 AW .114 9 Blue
AR-2322 25 35 54(D)
AR-2124 25 30 46(S)
.296" .314" 5/16", 7#10 AW 10-M, AW, 3#7 AW .114 9 Black
AR-2324 25 37 58(D)
AR-2126 25 35 50(S)
.334" .352" 11/32", 7#9 AW 12.5-M, AW, 3#6 AW .114 10 Yellow
AR-2326 25 44 62(D)
AR-2128 25 44 50(S)
.373" .392" 3/8", 7#8 AW 16-M, AW, 3#5 AW .128 10 Orange
AR-2328 25 54 62(D)
AR-2130 25 51 54(S)
.409" .425" 18-M AW .128 11 Black
AR-2330 25 62 66(D)
AR-2131 25 58 56(S)
.426" .450" 7/16" AW 7#7 AW 20M, AW .128 12 Green
AR-2331 25 70 68(D)
AR-2133 20 54 56(S)
.477" .504" 1/2" AW 7#6 AW .144 11 Blue
AR-2333 20 65 68(D)
AR-2135 10 40 60(S)
.535" .565" 9/16" AW 7#5 AW .162 12 Yellow
AR-2335 10 48 72(D)
AR-2137 10 46 60(S)
.593" .625" 5/8" AW 7#4 AW .183 11 Black
AR-2337 10 56 72(D)
Left-hand lay standard
EXPLANATORY NOTES:
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Armor Rods: Copperweld ®
Armor Rods
For use on:
Copperweld Strand, Copper
Copperweld®/Copper Composite
Diameter Range Rod

Catalog (Inches) Units Wt/Lbs Length Diameter Rods Color
AR-5100 50 35 38(S)
.160 .168 #6 Solid Cu .102 7 Green
AR-5300 50 46 50(D)
AR-5101 50 37 40(S)
.169 .178 3 #12 Cu .102 7 Red
AR-5301 50 48 52(D)
AR-5102 50 37 40(S)
.179 .188 #5 Solid Cu .102 7 Black
AR-5302 50 48 52(D)
AR-5104 50 56 40(S)
.196 .207 3 #11 Cw 8A Cw/Cu .102 7 Gray
AR-5304 50 72 52(D)
AR-5106 50 44 40(S)
.218 .225 3 #10 Cw .102 8 Red
AR-5306 50 56 52(D)
AR-5107 50 44 40(S)
.226 .236 6A Cw/Cu #4, 7W Cu .102 8 Black
AR-5307 50 56 52(D)
AR-5108 50 49 42(S)
.237 .249 6M Cu 7 #12 Cw .102 9 Blue
AR-5308 50 64 54(D)
AR-5109 50 50 42(S)
.250 .263 #3, 7W Cu 6M Cw 3W .102 9 Gray
AR-5309 50 64 54(D)
AR-5110 50 57 42(S)
.264 .277 8M, Cw 7 #11 Cw .102 9 Green
AR-5310 50 65 54(D)
AR-5111 50 56 42(S)
.278 .295 #2, 7W Cu 4A Cw/Cu .102 10 Red
AR-5311 50 72 54(D)
AR-5112 25 35 44(S)
.296 .314 10M Cw 7 #10 Cw .114 9 Black
AR-5312 25 44 56(D)
AR-5113 25 44 46(S)
.315 .333 #1, 7W-19W Cu .128 9 Blue
AR-5313 25 55 58(D)
AR-5114 25 46 48(S)
.334 .352 12.5M Cw 7 #9 Cw .128 9 Gray
AR-5314 25 58 60(D)
AR-5115 25 54 50(S)
.353 .372 14M Cw 2A Cw/Cu .128 10 Green
AR-5315 25 66 62(D)
AR-5116 25 62 52(S)
.373 .392 7#8 Cw 16M Cw, 3 #5 Cw .144 9 Red
AR-5316 25 76 64(D)
AR-5118 15 44 54(S)
.409 .425 18M Cw 2/0, 7W-19W Cu .144 10 Blue
AR-5318 15 54 66(D)
AR-5119 15 55 54(S)
.426 .450 7 #7 Cw 20M Cw .162 10 Gray
AR-5319 15 66 66(D)
AR-5120 15 57 56(S)
.451 .476 1/0 K, Cw/Cu 3/0, 7W-19W Cu .162 10 Green
AR-5320 15 69 68(D)
AR-5121 15 62 56(S)
.477 .504 7 #6Cw 3/0, 12W Cu .162 11 Red
AR-5321 15 75 68(D)
AR-5122 15 64 58(S)
.505 .534 19 #10 Cw 25M Cw .162 11 Black
AR-5322 15 78 70(D)
AR-5123 10 48 58(S)
.535 .565 7 #5 Cw 4/0, 12W Cu .162 12 Blue
AR-5323 10 58 70(D)
AR-5124 10 49 60(S)
.566 .592 19 #9 Cw 250M, 19-37W .162 12 Gray
AR-5324 10 59 72(D)
AR-5125 10 53 60(S)
.593 .625 7 #4 Cw 250M, 12W Cu .162 13 Green
AR-5325 10 63 72(D)

EXPLANATORY NOTES:
(4) Copperweld is a registered trademark of the Copperweld Co.
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Armor Rods: Phosphor Bronze
For use on:

Copper
Copperweld®/Copper Composite
Diameter Range
Rod
(Inches) Units Wt/lbs
ARB-1103 75 54 38(S)
.160 .168 #6, Solid Cu .099 7 Green
ARB-1303 75 70 50(D)
ARB-1104 75 56 40(S)
.169 .178 9 1/2 D Cw/Cu .099 7 Red
ARB-1304 75 72 52(D)
ARB-1105 75 56 40(S)
.179 .188 #6, 7W Cu 8C, Cw/Cu .099 7 Black
ARB-1305 75 72 52(D)
ARB-1107 50 44 40(S)
.196 .207 #8A Cw/Cu #4, Solid Cu .099 8 Gray
ARB-1307 50 56 52(D)
ARB-1109 50 44 40(S)
.218 .225 #8D Cw/Cu #7A Cw/Cu .099 8 Red
ARB-1309 50 56 52(D)
ARB-1110 50 44 40(S)
.226 .236 #6A Cw/Cu #4, 7W Cu .099 8 Black
ARB-1310 50 56 52(D)
ARB-1111 50 52 42(S)
.237 .249 #7D Cw/Cu .099 9 Blue
ARB-1311 50 65 54(D)
ARB-1112 50 52 42(S)
.250 .263 #3, 7W Cu #2 Solid Cu .099 9 Gray
ARB-1312 50 65 54(D)
ARB-1113 50 52 42(S)
.264 .277 #6D Cw/Cu .099 9 Green
ARB-1313 50 65 54(D)
ARB-1114 50 56 42(S)
.278 .295 #4A Cw/Cu #2, 7W Cu .099 10 Red
ARB-1314 50 72 54(D)
ARB-1115 50 68 44(S)
.296 .314 #2F Cw/Cu #5D, Cw/Cu .111 9 Black
ARB-1315 50 86 56(D)
EXPLANATORY NOTES:
(3) Reference O.D. Calculations section, for: APPLIED O.D. Calculations.
(4) Refer to General Recommendations for material selection.
(5) Copperweld is a registered trademark of the Copperweld Co.
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Armor Rods: Galvanized Steel
Armor Rods
For use on:
Steel Reinforced Copper Conductors with
Right-Hand Lay
Diameter Range
Nominal Rod
Catalog Conductor Length Diameter Rods Color
Number Min. Max. Size Per Carton (Inches) (Inches) Per Set Code
AR-1154 50 38 40 (S)
.244 .259 6/1 #4-7/1 .070 12 Orange
AR-1354 50 48 52 (D)
AR-1158 50 60 44 (S)
.309 .326 6/1 #2-7/1 .086 12 Red
AR-1358 50 75 56 (D)
AR-1160 50 70 48 (S)
.347 .373 #1-6/1 .086 13 Black
AR-1360 50 88 60 (D)
AR-1162 25 50 52 (S)
.390 .413 1/0-6/1 .100 13 Yellow
AR-1362 25 62 64 (D)
AR-1164 25 70 54 (S)
.437 .463 2/0-6/1 .119 12 Blue
AR-1364 25 84 66 (D)
AR-1166 20 62 56 (S)
.491 .521 3/0-6/1 .119 13 Orange
AR-1366 20 75 68 (D)
AR-1168 15 66 60 (S)
.552 .585 4/0-6/1 .138 13 Red
AR-1368 15 80 72 (D)
For use on:

Galvanized Steel Strand
with Left-Hand Lay
Diameter Range
Nominal Rod
Catalog Conductor Length Diameter Rods Color
Number Min. Max. Size Per Carton (Inches) (Inches) Per Set Code
AR-1123 .229 .243 1/4-7W 50 37 40 .086 10 Black
AR-1124 .244 .259 1/4-3W 50 37 40 .086 10 Yellow
5/16-3W
AR-1128 .309 .326 5/16-7W HS, 50 60 44 .100 11 Black
& EHS
AR-1130 .347 .373 3W 3/8-7W 50 70 48 .100 12 Orange
AR-1133 .414 .436 7/16-7W 20 52 52 .119 12 Green
AR-3139 .491 .521 1/2-7W 19W 20 62 56 .138 12 Blue
EXPLANATORY NOTES:
(3) Galvanized Steel Armor Rods may be suitable for application on materials other than Galvanized Steel. Consult the Factory for
specific information.
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Conductor Splice
NOMENCLATURE
Sub-Sets: Individual rods assembled and gritted into groups

(subsets), corresponding to tabular information appearing
on catalog page.
Center Mark: Establishes recommended alignment of rods
during application.
Color Code and Length: Assist in identification of
conductor size, corresponding to tabular information
appearing on catalog page.
Identification Tape: Shows catalog number, nominal sizes.
Conductor Splices are designed as a single-component RATED HOLDING STRENGTH: Published for individual
outer-layer assembly generally for Sub-EHV applications. sizes on the page following the specification page. In
arriving at “Rated Hold Strength,” actual results of tests on
Conductor splices are available for EHV applications.
unweathered conductor are studied, and consideration is
Consult PLP for details.
given to dimensional tolerances for the sizes encompassed.
JOINING: On all-aluminum, aluminum alloy, and copper
APPLICATION-INSPECTION: All conductors, new or
conductors of homogenous stranding, the Conductor Splice
weathered, must be thoroughly scratch brushed until bright
will hold a minimum of 90% of the rated breaking strength
and clean. Immediately thereafter, an industry accepted
of, and provide better conductance than, an equal length
inhibitor (compatible with the conductor) should be applied
of unspliced conductor.
before installing the product.
On ACSR conductor, the Conductor Splice will hold a
TAPPING: Tapping over a conductor splice is permissible.
minimum tension amounting to the full strength of the
Whenever a tapping clamp is to be installed over a splice,
aluminum strands plus 10% of the steel core strength.
it is imperative that the conductor be scratch brushed and
Conductance will be better than in an equivalent length of
an inhibitor be used. The outer surface of the splice should
unspliced conductor.
be thoroughly scratch brushed to remove any oxides and
RESTORATIVE-REPAIR: Conductor Splices will restore glue which may be present. Inhibitor should then be applied
original conductivity to all-aluminum, aluminum alloy, to the area beneath the tap itself.
copper, and ACSR type conductors.
Full-rated breaking strength will be restored to homogeneous
stranded conductors. On ACSR, strength will be restored Thermal Rating (Continuous)
to all of the aluminum strands, but not to the core. When 125°C
core damage on ACSR is suspected, consult the following
catalog section for Splice: ACSR F.T.
Other PREFORMED™ products with restorative-repair
capabilities are Armor Rods, Line Guards, Splice Shunt,
and ARMOR-GRIP® Suspension: for Line Repair.
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Conductor Splice
Conductor Splice
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS CONTD.
When centered over the point of damage, the ends of the Conductor Splice should not be positioned closer than
6 inches to existing Armor Rods or Line Guards. The Restorative-Repair function of this splice should be limited
to damage located within the “Midspan Area” or the “Point of Support”. (See Figure 1)
DESIGN MODIFICATIONS
Armor Splice
The Armor Splice combines the features of both Armor Rods and Conductor Splices, which are described in their
respective catalog sections. The Armor Splice should be considered when damage occurs in the “support area,” or
where installation would locate the ends of repair rods within 6 inches of existing rods.
Upon receipt of the field information specified in Figure 2, PLP will furnish the correct Catalog Number. The Armor
Splice is custom designed to assure that when the color code mark is centered at the support point, a continuous
length will extend beyond the area of damage. (See Figure 3)
O.D. CALCULATIONS
Applied overall diameter computed as follows:
The rod diameter can be obtained from the price page
tables. Conductor O.D. can be found in the Conductor Chart,
General Information Section.
Rod Diam. .121" x 2 = .242"
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Conductor Splice – Aluminum
For use on:

ACSR, All-Aluminum
Aluminum Alloy
AWAC® Conductor
Diameter Range Rod

Catalog (Inches) Nominal Conductor Units Wt./Lbs. Length Diameter No. of
Number Min.. Max. Size Per Carton (Inches) (Inches) Subsets Color Code
LS-0106 .177 .184 #6, 7W All-Alum. 50 6 21 .086 2 Purple
#6, 6/1 #6,
LS-0108 .194 .202 50 6 22 .086 2 Blue
7W Alum. Alloy
LS-0112 .229 .239 #4, 7W All-Alum. 50 9 24 .086 2 Brown
#4, 6/1 - 7/1 #4,
LS-0114 .247 .257 50 10 26 .094 3 Orange
7W Alum. Alloy
LS-0115 .258 .270 #3, 7W All-Alum. 50 11 26 .094 3 Green
LS-0116 .271 .280 #3, 7W Alum. Alloy 50 12 27 .094 3 Yellow
LS-0118 .290 .298 #2, 7W All-Alum. 50 13 28 .094 3 Purple
#2, AWAC 6/1 #3,
LS-0119 .299 .310 50 15 30 .102 3 Brown
AWAC 5/2
#2, 6/1 - 7/1 #2, 7W
LS-0120 .311 .325 50 16 31 .102 3 Red
Alum. Alloy
LS-0121 .326 .340 #1, 7W All-Alum. 50 16 31 .102 3 Blue
LS-0122 .341 .351 #1, AWAC 6/1 50 17 33 .102 3 Orange
#1, 6/1 #1,
LS-0123 .352 .367 50 19 34 .102 3 Green
7W Alum. Alloy
#1, AWAC 5/2 1/0,
LS-0124 .368 .380 50 27 38 .121 3 Black
7W All-Alum.
1/0, AWAC 6/1 1/0, 6/1
LS-0125 .381 .398 50 27 38 .121 3 Yellow
1/0, 7W Alum. Alloy
LS-0127 .414 .425 2/0, 7W All-Alum. 50 27 40 .121 3 Brown
2/0, 6/1 2/0,
LS-0129 .444 .462 50 37 42 .136 3 Blue
7W Alum. Alloy
LS-0130 .463 .481 3/0, 7W All-Alum. 50 43 46 .136 3 Green
3/0, 7W, Alum. Alloy
LS-0131 .482 .503 50 46 46 .146 3 Orange
3/0, AWAC 6/1 3/0, 6/1
EXPLANATORY NOTES:
(1) Rated Holding Strengths are listed on the next page.

(2) Nominal Conductor size indicates one of various conductors within each range. Refer to the next page for additional conductor
sizes interchangeable with the same conductor splice. Consult PLP for sizes not shown.
(3) AWAC and Copperweld are registered trademarks of the Copperweld Co.
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Conductor Splice –
Aluminum
RATED HOLDING STRENGTHS
Holding strengths of the applied splices are shown in pounds. Percentage of conductor RBS shown in parentheses.
Catalog Number Size ACSR All-Aluminum Aluminum Alloy AWAC®
#6, 7W
LS-0106 #6
555 lbs. (100%)
#6, 6/1 #6, 7W
LS-0108 #6
702 lbs. (60%) 1,050 lbs. (100%)
#4, 7W
LS-0112 #4
875 lbs. (100%)
#4, 6/1
1,098 lbs. (60%) #4, 7W
LS-0114 #4
#4, 7/1 1,670 lbs. (100%)
1,374 lbs. (60%)
#3, 7W
#3
1,023 lbs. (100%)
LS-0115
#4, 5/2
#4
2,790 lbs. (100%)
#3, 7W
LS-0116 #3
2,150 lbs. (100%)
#2, 7W
LS-0118 #2
1,335 lbs. (100%)
#3, 5/2
#3
3,500 lbs. 100%)
LS-0119
#2, 6/1
#2
1,590 lbs. (60%)
#2, 6/1
1,674 lbs. (60%) #2, 7W
LS-0120 #2
#2, 7/1 2,655 lbs. (100%)
2,115 lbs. (60%)
#1, 7W
LS-0121 #1
1,625 lbs. (100%)
#1, 6/1 1,986 lbs.
LS-0122 #1
(60%)
#1, 6/1 #1, 7W
LS-0123 #1
2,088 lbs. (60%) 3,420 lbs. (100%)
#1, 5/2
#1
5,450 lbs. (100%)
LS-0124
1/0, 7W
1/0
1,970 lbs. (100%)
1/0, 6/1 1/0, 7W 1/0, 6/1
LS-0125 1/0
2,568 lbs. (60%) 4,230 lbs. (100%) 2,448 lbs. (100%)
2/0, 7W
LS-0127 2/0
2,480 lbs. (100%)
2/0, 6/1 2/0, 7W
LS-0129 2/0
2,940 lbs. (55%) 5,055 lbs. (100%)
3/0, 7W
LS-0130 3/0
3,005 lbs. (100%)
3/0, 6/1 3/0, 7W 3/0, 6/1
LS-0131 3/0
3,671 lbs. (55%) 6,365 lbs. (100%) 3,333 lbs. (55%)
EXPLANATORY NOTES:
(1) Refer to General Recommendations at the beginning of this section for explanation of “Rated Holding Strength”.
(2) For sizes or strandings not shown, consult PLP.
(3) Refer to the Splice: ACSR F. T. section for an alternate product with higher Rated Holding Strength on ACSR type conductors.
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For use on:

ACSR, All-Aluminum
Aluminum Alloy
AWAC® Conductor
Diameter
Range Wt./
Rod
(Inches) Units Lbs.
Catalog Length Diameter No. of Color
Number Min. Max. Nominal Conductor Size Per Carton (Inches) (Inches) Subsets Code
3/0, AWAC 5/2
LS-0133 .522 .544 50 66 51 .167 3 Black
4/0, 7W All-Alum.
4/0, 7W Alum. Alloy
LS-0134 .545 .567 25 33 52 .167 3 Red
4/0, 6/1
250, 19W-37W All-Alum.
4/0, AWAC 15/4
LS-0135 .568 .594 25 48 61 .182 3 Blue
266.8, 7W-19W-37W All-
Alum.
LS-0136 .595 .618 266.8, 18/1 25 50 63 .182 3 Purple
266.8, 26/7
LS-0137 .619 .644 25 58 67 .182 3 Yellow
300, 18/1
LS-0138 .645 .671 25 66 69 .204 3 Brown
336.4, 19W-37W All Alum.
300, 26/7 - 30/7
LS-0139 .672 .700 336.4, 18/1 - 36/1 25 68 70 .204 3 Orange
EXPLANATORY NOTES:

(3) For an example of applied overall diameter see “O.D. CALCULATIONS” at the beginning of this section.
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Aluminum
Holding strengths of the applied splices are shown in pounds.
Percentage of conductor RBS shown in parentheses.
Catalog Number Size ACSR All-Aluminum Aluminum Alloy AWAC®
3/0, 5/2
3/0
9,660 lbs. (100%)
LS-0133
4/0, 7W
4/0
3,790 lbs. (100%)
4/0, 6/1 4/0, 7W 4/0, 6/1
LS-0134 4/0
4,631 lbs. (55%) 8,025 lbs. (100%) 4,059 lbs. (55%)
4/0, 15/4
4/0
7,560 lbs. (70%)
250, 19W
4,510 lbs. (100%)
250MCM
250, 37W
4,860 lbs. (100%)
LS-0135
266.8, 7W
4,775 lbs. (100%)
266.8, 19W
266.8MCM
4,800 lbs. (100%)
266.8, 37W
5,185 lbs. (100%)
266.8, 18/1
LS-0136 266.8MCM
5,130 lbs. (75%)
266.8, 26/7 266.8, 19W
266.8MCM
5,625 lbs. (50%) 10,610 lbs. (100%)
LS-0137 300, 19W
5,300 lbs. (100%)
300MCM
300, 37W
5,830 lbs. (100%)
300, 18/1
300MCM
5,768 lbs. (75%)
LS-0138 336.4, 19W
5,940 lbs. (100%)
336.4MCM
336.4, 37W
6,420 lbs. (100%)
300, 26/7
6,325 lbs. (50%)
300MCM
300, 30/7
7,715 lbs. (50%)
336.4, 18/1
6,469 lbs. (75%)
LS-0139 336.4MCM
336.4, 36/1
5,732 lbs. (75%)
350, 19W
6,180 lbs. (100%)
350MCM
350, 37W
6,680 lbs. (100%)
EXPLANATORY NOTES:
(1) Refer to General Recommendations at the beginning of this section for an explanation of “Rated Holding Strength”.
(3) Refer to the Splice: ACSR F. T. Section for an alternate product with higher rated holding strength on ACSR-type conductors.
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For use on:

ACSR, All-Aluminum
Aluminum Alloy
Diameter Wt./
Rod
Range (Inches) Units Lbs.
Catalog Length Diameter No. Of Color
336.4, 26/7
336.4, 19W Alum. Alloy
LS-0140 .701 .729 15 62 77 .250 3 Green
397.5, 19W-37W All-Alum.
336.4, 30/7
LS-0141 .730 .760 15 64 79 .250 3 Black
397.5, 18/1
397.5, 26/7
LS-0142 .761 .792 397.5, 19W Alum. Alloy 15 74 83 .250 3 Purple
477, 18/1 - 36/1
LS-0143 .793 .825 477, 19W-37W All-Alum. 3 18 84 .250 3 Red
477, 26/7
LS-0145 .851 .886 556.5, 18/1 - 36/1 3 23 99 .250 4 Orange
556.5, 19W-37W All-Alum.
EXPLANATORY NOTES:

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Aluminum
Catalog Nominal
Number Conductor Size ACSR All-Aluminum Aluminum Alloy
336.4, 26/7 336.4, 19W
363.4
7,025 lbs. (50%) 12,830 lbs. (100%)
397.5, 19W
6,880 lbs. (100%)
397.5
397.5, 37W
LS-0140
7,305 lbs. (100%)
400, 19W
6,928 lbs. (100%)
400
400, 37W
7,350 lbs. (100%)
336.4, 30/7
336.4
8,520 lbs. (50%)
LS-0141 397.5, 18/1
7,530 lbs. (75%)
397.5
397.5, 36/1
6,555 lbs. (75%)
397.5, 26/7 397.5, 19W
397.5
8,095 lbs. (50%) 13,617 lbs. (90%)
LS-0142 450, 19W
7,630 lbs. (100%)
450
450, 37W
8,110 lbs. (100%)
477, 18/1 477, 19W
8,903 lbs. (75%) 8,090 lbs. (100%)
477
477, 36/1 477, 37W
7,740 lbs. (75%) 8,600 lbs. (100%)
LS-0143 500, 19W 8,480 lbs.
500 (100%) 500, 37W 9,100
lbs. (100%)
477, 19W
477
6,371 lbs. (90%)
477, 26/7
477
9,715 lbs. (50%)
550, 37W
9,720 lbs. (100%)
550
550, 61W
LS-0145
9,440 lbs. (90%)
556.5, 18/1 556.5, 19W
10,388 lbs. (75%) 9,440 lbs. (100%)
556.5
556.5, 36/1 556.5, 37W
8,850 lbs. (75%) 9,830 lbs. (100%)
EXPLANATORY NOTES:
(3) Refer to the Splice: ACSR F. T. Section for an alternate product with higher rated holding strength on ACSR-type conductors.
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For use on:

ACSR, All-Aluminum
Aluminum Alloy
Diameter Wt./
Rod
Catalog Length Diameter No. Of Color
605, 36/1
LS-0146 .887 .929 3 31 105 .310 3 Orange
636, 18/1 - 36/1
LS-0147 .930 .968 3 36 108 .310 4 Brown
666.6 - 36/1
636, 54/7 - 26/7
LS-0148 .969 1.008 3 37 111 .310 4 Yellow
666.6, 54/7 715.5, 36/1
795, 36/1
LS-0149 1.009 1.050 3 39 121 .310 4 Green
EXPLANATORY NOTES:

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Aluminum
Nominal Conductor
Catalog Number Size ACSR All-Aluminum Aluminum Alloy
500, 30/7
500
12,225 lbs. (50%)
556.5, 26/7 556.5, 19W
556.5
11,200 lbs. (50%) 19,080 lbs. (90%)
LS-0146 605, 36/1
605
9,600 lbs. (75%)
636, 37W
11,240 lbs. (100%)
636
636, 61W
10,520 lbs. (100%)
605, 30/7
12,050 lbs. (50%)
605
605, 54/7
11,250 lbs. (50%)
556.5, 30/7
556.5
13,600 lbs. (50%)
636, 18/1
11,873 lbs. (75%)
LS-0147 636
636, 36/1
10,088 lbs. (75%)
666.6, 36/1
666
10,575 lbs. (75%)
700, 37W
12,370 lbs. (100%)
700
700, 61W
11,570 lbs. (100%)
636, 26/7
636
12,500 lbs. (50%)
636, 54/7 636, 37W
636
11,180 lbs. (50%) 21,690 lbs. (90%)
715.5, 37W
LS-0148 715.5, 36/1 12,640 lbs. (100%)
715
11,175 lbs. (75%) 715.5, 61W
11,835 lbs. (100%)
750, 37W
2,990 lbs. (100%)
750
750, 61W
12,160 lbs. (100%)
795, 37W
795, 36/1 13,770 lbs. (100%)
795
12,405 lbs. (75%) 795, 61W
12,900 lbs. (100%)
LS-0149
800, 37W
13,850 lbs. (100%)
800
800, 61W
12,970 lbs. (100%)
EXPLANATORY NOTES:
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For use on:

ACSR, All-Aluminum
Aluminum Alloy
Diameter Wt./
Rod
Catalog Length Diameter No. of Color
874.5, 36/1 874.5, 37W-61W
LS-0150 1.051 1.091 3 45 127 .310 4 Black
All-Alum.
795, 54/7 954, 37W–61W
LS-0151 1.092 1.136 3 59 137 .365 4 Purple
All-Alum.
954, 36/1–45/7 1,033.5, 37W–
LS-0152 1.137 1.183 3 62 141 .365 4 Red
61W All-Alum.
1,033.5, 36/1–45/7 1,113,
LS-0153 1.184 1.232 3 63 143 .365 4 Blue
61W All-Alum.
1,272, 45/7 1,272, 61W
LS-0155 1.300 1.353 3 101 165 .436 4 Yellow
All-Alum.
EXPLANATORY NOTES:

(3) For an example of applied overall diameter, see “O.D. CALCULATIONS” at the beginning of this section.
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15
Conductor Splice
Conductor Splice
Nominal Conductor
Catalog Number Size ACSR All-Aluminum Aluminum Alloy
715.5, 26/7
715.5
14,050 lbs. (50%)
795, 45/7
795
11,450 lbs. (50%)
LS-0150
874.5, 37W
874.5, 36/1 14,830 lbs. (100%)
874.5
13,425 lbs. (75%) 874.5, 61W
14,200 lbs. (90%)
795, 54/7
14,250 lbs. (50%) 795, 37W
795
795, 26/7 27,135 lbs. (90%)
15,600 lbs. (50%)
900, 37W
900, 45/7 15,270 lbs. (100%)
LS-0151 900
12,700 lbs. (50%) 900, 61W
14,310 lbs. (90%)
954, 37W
16,180 lbs. (100%)
954
954, 61W
15,175 lbs. (90%)
874.5, 54/7
874.5
15,700 lbs. (50%)
900, 54/7
900
16,5150 lbs. (50%)
954, 36/1
14,640 lbs. (75%)
954
954, 45/7
13,450 lbs. (50%)
LS-0152
1,000, 37W
16,960 lbs. (100%)
1,000
1,000, 61W
15,900 lbs. (90%)
1,033.5, 37W
17,530 lbs. (100%)
1,033.5
1,033.5, 61W
16,430 lbs. (90%)
954, 54/7 954, 37W
954
17,100 lbs. (50%) 32,780 lbs. (90%)
1,033.5, 36/1
15,825 lbs. (75%)
LS-0153 1,033.5
1,033.5, 45/7
14,450 lbs. (50%)
1,113, 61W
1,113
17,690 lbs. (90%)
1,272, 45/7 1,272, 61W
LS-0155 1,272
17,700 lbs. (50%) 19,800 lbs. (90%)
EXPLANATORY NOTES:
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Conductor Splice
For use on:

AWAC® Conductor
Aluminum
Conductor Size Units Wt./Lbs.
Outside Rod
Catalog Diameter Length Diameter No. of Color
Number AWAC (Inches) Per Carton (Inches) (Inches) Subsets Code
LS-0185 #4 AWAC 4/3 .281 50 21 33 .121 3 Green
LS-0186 #3 AWAC 4/3 .316 50 27 36 .136 3 Purple
LS-0187 #2 AWAC 5/2 .330 50 24 36 .121 3 Green
LS-0188 #2 AWAC 4/3 .355 50 35 40 .146 3 Purple
LS-0189 #1 AWAC 4/3 .398 50 50 45 .167 3 Red
LS-0190 1/0 AWAC 5/2 .416 50 40 44 .136 3 Orange
LS-0191 1/0 AWAC 4/3 .447 50 61 50 .167 3 Brown
LS-0192 2/0 AWAC 5/2 .467 50 49 47 .146 3 Orange
LS-0193 2/0 AWAC 4/3 .502 50 41 55 .182 3 Black
LS-0194 3/0 AWAC 4/3 .564 50 55 59 .204 3 Yellow
Aluminum-Clad Steel
Conductor Size Units Wt./Lbs.
Outside Rod
Catalog Diameter Length Diameter No. of Color
Number AWAC (Inches) Per Carton (Inches) (Inches) Subsets Code
LS-5112 #4 AWAC 3/4 .307 50 34 30 .102 3 Purple
#4 AWAC 2/5
LS-5113 .340 .344 50 46 33 .114 3 Blue
#3 AWAC 3/4
#3 AWAC 2/5
LS-5114 .382 .386 50 67 38 .128 3 Brown
#2 AWAC 3/4
#2 AWAC 2/5
LS-5115 .429 .434 25 55 50 .144 3 Green
#1 AWAC 3/4
#1 AWAC 2/5
LS-5116 .482 .487 25 75 55 .162 3 Red
1/0 AWAC 3/4
1/0 AWAC 2/5
LS-5117 .541 .547 10 48 67 .183 3 Green
2/0 AWAC 3/4
EXPLANATORY NOTES:
(1) Conductor Splices for AWAC stranded 6/1, selected sizes stranded 5/2 and 5/4, not appearing above, can be found earlier in this
section.
(3) Consult PLP for sizes, strandings, or lay direction not shown.
(4) For an example of applied overall diameter see O.D. CALCULATIONS at the beginning of this section.
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Conductor Splice
Conductor Splice
Holding strengths of the applied splices are shown in pounds. Percentage of conductor RBS shown in parentheses.
Catalog AWAC® SIZES
Number #4 #3 #2 #1 1/0 2/0 3/0 4/0
#4, 4/3
LS-0185
4,190 lbs. (100%)
#4, 3/4
LS-5112
6,130 lbs. (100%)
#4, 2/5
LS-5113
8,960 lbs. (100%)
#3, 4/3
LS-0186
5,260 lbs. (100%)
#3, 3/4
LS-5113
7,700 lbs. (100%)
#3, 2/5
LS-5114
11,300 lbs. (100%)
#2, 6/1
LS-0119
1,590 lbs. (100%)
#2, 5/2
LS-0187
4,370 lbs. (100%)
#2, 4/3
LS-0188
6,600 lbs. (100%)
#2, 3/4
LS-5114
9,690 lbs. (100%)
#2, 2/5
LS-5115
13,500 lbs. (100%)
#1, 4/3
LS-0189
8,100 lbs. (100%)
#1, 3/4
LS-5115
11,200 lbs. (100%)
#1, 2/5
LS-5116
16,500 lbs. (100%)
1/0, 5/2
LS-0190
6,580 lbs. (100%)
1/0, 4/3
LS-0191
9,680 lbs. (100%)
1/0, 3/4
LS-5116
13,800 lbs. (100%)
1/0, 2/5
LS-5117
19,500 lbs. (100%)
2/0, 5/2
LS-0192
8,030 lbs. (100%)
2/0, 4/3
LS-0193
11,900 lbs. (100%)
2/0, 3/4
LS-5117
16,400 lbs. (100%)
3/0, 4/3
LS-0194
14,200 lbs. (100%)
EXPLANATORY NOTES:
(1) Conductor Splices for AWAC stranded 6/1 or selected sizes stranded 5/2, not appearing above, can be found earlier in this section.
(3) Consult PLP for sizes, stranding or lay direction not shown.
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NOMENCLATURE

125°C
Sub-Sets: Individual rods assembled into groups of two, Center Mark: Establishes recommended alignment of rods
three, or four. during application.
Core Splice: Galvanized steel, sub-setted and gritted. Color Code and Length: Assist in identification of
conductor size, corresponding to tabular information
Filler Rods: Aluminum alloy, sub-setted, or single rods,
appearing on catalog pages.
not gritted. Filler Rods are not required for selected sizes
corresponding to tabular information on catalog pages. Identification Tape: Shows catalog number, nominal sizes.
Outer Splice: Aluminum alloy, sub-setted and gritted.
SPLICE: ACSR F.T. is designed as a three component JOINING: This splice will hold the full rated breaking strength
assembly generally for Sub-EHV applications. Full Tension of, and provide better conductivity than, an equal length of
Splices are available for EHV applications. Contact PLP unspliced ACSR conductor.
for details.
RESTORATIVE-REPAIR: Splice: ACSR F.T. will restore
original conductivity and full rated breaking strength to ACSR
conductor. This splice is recommended when damage to
the core itself is suspected.
The Core Splice is applied after removal of the aluminum
Other PREFORMED™ products with restorative-repair
strands down to the steel core. capabilities are Armor Rods, Line Guards, Splice Shunt,
and ARMOR-GRIP® Suspension: for Line Repair.
RATED HOLDING STRENGTH: In arriving at “Rated Hold

Strength,” actual results of tests on unweathered conduc-
Filler rods, when required, are applied over the Core tor are studied, and consideration is given to dimensional
Splice to re-establish the original outside diameter of tolerances for the sizes encompassed.
the conductor.
APPLICATION-INSPECTION: All conductors, new or
weathered, must be thoroughly scratch-brushed until bright
and clean. Immediately thereafter, an industry accepted
inhibitor (compatible with the product) should be applied
The Outer Splice is identical in design to the Conductor before installing the product.
Splice (earlier in this section) except for the overall length.
(Continued)
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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS CONTD.
When centered over the point of damage, the ends of the Splice: ACSR F.T. should not be positioned closer than 6 inches
to existing Armor Rods or Line Guards. The restorative-repair function of this splice should be limited to damage located
out in the “Midspan Area” or at the “Point of Support” (see Fig. 1).
TAPPING: Tapping over a Splice: ACSR F.T. is permissible. Whenever a tapping clamp will be installed over a splice, it
is imperative that the conductor be scratch brushed and an inhibitor be used. The outer surface of the splice should be
thoroughly scratch brushed to remove any oxides and glue which may be present. Inhibitor should then be applied to
the area beneath the tap itself.
DESIGN MODIFICATIONS
Armor Splice
The Armor Splice combines the features of both Armor Rods and Conductor Splices, which are described in their
respective catalog sections. The Armor Splice should be considered when damage occurs in the “support area,” or
where installation would locate the ends of repair rods within 6 inches of existing rods.
Upon receipt of the field information specified in Figure 2, PLP will furnish the correct Catalog Number. The Armor
Splice is custom designed to assure that when the color code mark is centered at the support point, a continuous
length will extend beyond the area of damage. (See Figure 3)
O.D. CALCULATIONS
Applied overall diameter computed as follows: Rod Diam. .121" x 2 = .242"
Conductor O.D. can be found in the Conductor Chart, Conductor Diam. + .398"
General Information Section. Total Applied O.D. .640"
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For use on: ACSR

Units Wt./Lbs. Outer Splice Color Codes
ACSR Rod
Catalog Conductor Length No. of Diameter
Number Size Per Carton (Inches) Subsets (Inches) Core Filler Outer
FTS-5100 #4, 6/1 100 34 35 3 .094 Black None Orange
FTS-5101 #4, 7/1 100 34 35 3 .094 Black None Orange
FTS-5102 #2, 6/1 100 58 44 3 .102 Black None Red
FTS-5103 #2, 7/1 100 66 45 3 .102 Black None Red
FTS-5104 1/0, 6/1 50 80 52 3 .121 Black Black Yellow
FTS-5105 2/0, 6/1 50 65 55 3 .136 Black Black Blue
FTS-5108 3/0, 6/1 25 38 59 3 .146 Black Black Orange
FTS-5110 4/0, 6/1 25 56 67 3 .167 Black Black Red
FTS-5106 101.8, 12/7 25 40 65 3 .136 Black None Blue
FTS-5107 110.8, 12/7 25 50 69 3 .136 Black None Green
FTS-5109 134.6, 12/7 10 68 75 3 .167 Black None Purple
FTS-5111 266.8, 26/7 10 40 91 3 .182 Black None Yellow
FTS-5112 336.4, 18/1 10 40 87 3 .204 Black Black Blue
FTS-5113 336.4, 26/7 10 65 103 3 .250 Black Black Green
FTS-5114 336.4, 30/7 10 70 108 3 .250 Black Black Orange
FTS-5115 397.5, 26/7 5 40 110 3 .250 Black Black Purple
FTS-5116 477, 24/7 5 40 113 3 .250 Black Black Blue
FTS-5118 556.5, 26/7 3 44 129 3 .310 Black Black Green
FTS-5119 636, 24/7 3 48 132 4 .310 Black Black Yellow
FTS-5120 636, 26/7 3 50 134 4 .310 Black Black Yellow
FTS-5122 795, 26/7 3 78 158 4 .365 Black Black Orange
FTS-5123 1,272, 45/7 3 133 203 4 .463 Black Black Yellow
EXPLANATORY NOTES:
(1) ACSR Conductor Sizes should be used only with Catalog Numbers shown.
(2) Rated Holding Strengths are 100% of the conductor rated breaking strength
(RBS).
(3) Contact PLP for sizes or strandings not shown.
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THERMOLIGN Splice ®
THERMOLIGN® Splice
NOMENCLATURE
2 3
1. Inner Rods, Multiple Subsets (Aluminum Alloy)

2. Outer Rods, Multiple Subsets (Aluminum Alloy)
3. Center Mark & Color Code
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS FEATURES AND BENEFITS

The THERMOLIGN Splice is intended for use on ACSS/ • No compression press and dies required – installation
AW and ACCR (not for use on conductors with trapezoidal time is minimal
outer strands). The design allows for continuous conduc- • Simple two layer design – no need to separately expose
tor operating temperatures up to 250°C. and splice core
THERMOLIGN Splices are intended for use on
ACSS/AW and ACCR conductors only. For ACSS/TW,
THERMOLIGN Splices are approved for use on General
Cable and Southwire® conductors only. For 3M ACCR/TW
and Southwire C7/TW conductors, please contact PLP
for details.
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Thermal Rating (Continuous)

250°C
Holding strength: 95% or more of the conductor rated
breaking strength (RBS).
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THERMOLIGN® Splice
For use on:

ACSS/AW, ACSS/TW* and ACCR** (Round Wire)
Diameter Range Length Inches

Catalog Nominal Cond.
Number Min. Max. (kcmil) Inner Rods Outer Rods Color Code
TLSP-0100 0.720" (18.3mm) 0.720" (18.3mm) 336.4 118 108 Blue
TLSP-0101 0.741" (18.8mm) 0.752" (19.1mm) 336.4, 397.5 119 109 Brown
TLSP-0102 0.772" (19.6mm) 0.783" (19.3mm) 397.5 121 111 Pink
TLSP-0103 0.806" (20.5mm) 0.823" (20.9mm) 397.5, 477 124 114 Green
TLSP-0104 0.846" (21.5mm) 0.860" (21.8mm) 477 131 121 Red
TLSP-0105 0.883" (22.4mm) 0.900" (22.9mm) 477 133 123 Purple
TLSP-0106 0.901" (22.9mm) 0.914" (23.2mm) 556.5 135 125 Yellow
TLSP-0107 0.927" (23.5mm) 0.930" (23.6mm) 556.5 136 126 Orange
TLSP-0108 0.953" (24.2mm) 0.962" (24.4mm) 556.5, 605 146 136 Black
TLSP-0109 0.963" (24.5mm) 0.977" (24.8mm) 605, 636 147 137 Blue
TLSP-0110 0.990" (25.1mm) 0.994" (25.2mm) 605, 636 149 139 Brown
TLSP-0111 1.000" (25.4mm) 1.019" (25.9mm) 636, 666 151 141 Pink
TLSP-0112 1.036" (26.3mm) 1.063" (27.0mm) 715.5, 795 152 142 Green
TLSP-0113 1.081" (27.4mm) 1.092" (27.7mm) 715.5, 795 154 144 Red
TLSP-0114 1.108" (28.1mm) 1.140" (29.0mm) 795 159 149 Black
TLSP-0115 1.162" (29.5mm) 1.175" (29.8mm) 954 162 152 Purple
TLSP-0116 1.196" (30.4mm) 1.212" (30.8mm) 954, 1033.5 163 153 Yellow
TLSP-0117 1.240" (31.5mm) 1.259" (32.0mm) 1033.5, 1113 165 155 Orange
TLSP-0118 1.290" (32.8mm) 1.302" (33.1mm) 1113, 1192.5 171 161 Black
TLSP-0119 1.338" (34.0mm) 1.345" (34.2mm) 1192.5, 1272 174 164 Blue
TLSP-0120 1.380" (35.1mm) 1.386" (35.2mm) 1272, 1351.5 177 167 Red
TLSP-0121 1.420" (36.1mm) 1.427" (36.2mm) 1351.5, 1431 181 171 Purple
TLSP-0122 1.465" (37.2mm) 1.466" (37.2mm) 1431 183 173 Yellow
TLSP-0123 1.492" (37.9mm) 1.505" (38.2mm) 1510.5, 1590 185 175 Orange
TLSP-0124 1.540" (39.1mm) 1.544" (39.2mm) 1590 188 178 Green
* For ACSS/TW, THERMOLIGN Splices are approved for use on General Cable and Southwire® conductors only.
** For 3M ACCR/TW and Southwire C7/TW conductors, please contact PLP for details.
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Splice/Dead-end Shunt
NOMENCLATURE
Identification Tape Center Mark Color Code

Number of Subsets
Crossover Mark Color Code
Length
Subsets: Color Code and Length:

Individual rods assembled and gritted into groups (sub- Assists in identification of conductor size, corresponding to
sets), corresponding to tabular information appearing on tabular information appearing on catalog page.
catalog page.
Identification Tape:
Center Mark: Shows catalog number, nominal sizes.
Establishes proper alignment of subsets centered on
affected splice. Application/Crossover Mark:
Indicates location where subsets wrap/apply on the conductor
on either side of the splice.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS FEATURES AND BENEFITS

The Splice Shunt is designed to restore electrical conductivity • Rods are sub-setted into groups for ease of application
and a portion of the mechanical strength to compression • Rods are made of high strength, high conductivity,
splices.The Dead-end Shunt restores electrical conductivity aluminum alloy
between the conductor in the span and the jumper loop.
• Center section is “cabled” tightly to pass over a splice
or around a dead-end/terminal assembly
In addition to using a Shunt for repair of faulty compression
• Conductive grit on inner surface of rods assure electri-
fittings, it can be used to reinforce and reduce the temperature
cal contact with cleaned conductor surface.
of existing compression fittings for increasing the capacity
(uprating) of a line.
APPLICATIONS
• ACSR (50% to 100% of RBS holding strength)
• AAC & AAAC (100% of RBS holding strength)
125°C ACSR, AAC, AAAC
250°C ACSS, ACCR • ACSS, ACSS/TW, ACCR (50% to 100% of RBS
holding strength)
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Splice
Catalog Conductor Nominal Wire Rods per Set Length Length Color
Number Range (in) Conductor Size Size (subsets) (in) (in) Code EHV
SDES-0001 0.701 - 0.729 397.5 19 str AAC 0.250 10(2-2-3-3) 108 20 Green
SDES-0002 0.730 - 0.760 336.4 30/7 ACSR 0.250 10(2-2-2-2-2) 123 30 Black
SDES-0003 0.761 - 0.792 397.5 kcmil 26/7 ACSR 0.250 11(3-4-4) 125 30 Purple
SDES-0004 0.793 - 0.825 477 kcmil 18/1 ACSR 0.250 11(2-3-3-3) 122 30 Red
SDES-0005 0.826 - 0.850 477 kcmil 24/7 ACSR 0.250 11(3-4-4) 138 30 Black
SDES-0006 0.851 - 0.886 477 kcmil 26/7 ACSR 0.250 12(3-3-3-3) 138 32 Black
SDES-0007 0.887 - 0.929 556.5 kcmil 26/7 ACSR 0.310 10(2-2-3-3) 145 32 Orange
SDES-0008 0.918 - 0.968 605 kcmil 24/7 ACSR 0.310 11(2-2-2-2-3) 148 32 White
SDES-0009 0.969 - 1.008 636 kcmil 26/7 ACSR 0.310 11(2-3-3-3) 151 34 Yellow
SDES-0010 1.009 - 1.050 795 kcmil 36/1 ACSR 0.365 10(2-2-3-3) 168 34 Green
SDES-0011 1.051 - 1.091 795 kcmil 45/7 ACSR 0.365 10(2-2-3-3) 187 34 Black
SDES-0012 1.092 - 1.136 795 kcmil 26/7 ACSR 0.365 11(2-2-2-2-3) 183 40 Green Y
SDES-0013 1.137 - 1.183 954 kcmil 45/7 ACSR 0.365 11(2-3-3-3) 187 40 Red Y
SDES-0014 1.184 - 1.232 1033.5 kcmil 45/7 ACSR 0.436 10(2-2-3-3) 216 42 Blue Y
SDES-0015 1.233 - 1.299 1033.5 kcmil 54/7 ACSR 0.436 10(2-2-2-2-2) 218 42 Green Y
SDES-0016 1.300 - 1.353 1192 kcmil 45/7 ACSR 0.436 11(2-3-3-3) 220 45 Yellow Y
SDES-0017 1.382 - 1.387 1272 kcmil 54/19 ACSR 0.436 11(2-3-3-3) 237 45 Brown Y
SDES-0018 1.410 - 1.467 1600 AAAC 0.436 11(2-3-3-3) 219 45 Yellow Y
SDES-0019 1.468 - 1.528 0.436 12(3-3-3-3) 228 45 White Y
SDES-0020 1.504 - 1.545 1590 kcmil 45/7 ACSR 0.365 14(2-3-3-3-3) 226 45 White Y
SDES-0021 1.592 - 1.657 1780 kcmil 84/19 ACSR 0.468 12(3-3-3-3) 261 45 Purple Y
SDES-0022 1.740 - 1.810 2156 kcmil 84/19 ACSR 0.365 16(2-2-3-3-3-3) 250 45 Purple Y
SDES-0023 1.811 - 1.870 2492 kcmil 54/37 ACAR 0.496 12(3-3-3-3) 288 45 Purple Y
NOTES:
• Special Shunts can be designed and produced for longer splice lengths (contact PLP for details)
• For larger conductors special Dead-end Shunts can be produced with a shorter length for applications to the
jumper loop (contact PLP for details)
• It is possible to create a Dead-end Shunt Assembly with an additional formed-wire dead-end applied over
the shunt and connected to the dead end hardware to provide a portion of the mechanical strength, of the
compression dead-end (contact PLP for details)
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CUSHION-GRIP® Suspension
NOMENCLATURE
Pin and Cotter Key*
Nuts – Captive
in Housing Half
(Not Visible)
PATENTED
Lock
Washers
Housing Halves
Bolts
Elastomer Inserts Flat Washers
CUSHION-GRIP Suspensions are intended for use on all Features and Benefits:
aluminum based conductors, and are designed to reduce the • The CUSHION-GRIP Suspension is shipped assembled
static and dynamic stresses at the support point so that the with no loose parts. All fasteners are factory installed to
conductor is protected against the effects of oscillations. The eliminate lost hardware in the field.
conductor is cushioned by field proven, integral elastomer • Labor Savings – To install the CUSHION-GRIP Suspen-
inserts, which guard against abrasion, wear, and fatigue. sion simply spread the body halves, place over the
conductor, and tighten bolts.
The level of protection provided by the CUSHION-GRIP
Suspension is comparable to a bolted clamp over armor • Integral Cushions – minimize conductor bending
rods. This equates to a reduction in bending strain as high stresses at critical entry locations.
as 50% as compared to bare conductor in a bolted clamp. • Compatible with standard attachment hardware.
This reduction in bending strain can be directly related to an • Designed for EHV applications – corona free in bundled
increase in overall conductor life. The standard CUSHION- 345 kV applications.
GRIP Suspension is designed for up to 125°C continuous
• Easy Hot Stick application – Lower captive fasteners
conductor operation (150°C two hour emergency) and the
act as hinge to facilitate hot stick application.
CGS-HT version can be used for applications with continu-
ous conductor operating temperatures up to 200°C (225°C
two hour emergency). VERTICAL ULTIMATE LOAD. The vertical ultimate load
of the CUSHION-GRIP Suspension is listed in the table on
the next page.
SLIP LOAD. When initially installed, the CGS Clamp

has a slip load that ranges between 10% to 15% of the
Thermal Rating (Continuous) conductor’s rated breaking strength (RBS).
Standard 125°C
HT Version 200°C LINE ANGLE. The maximum recommended line angle
for a CUSHION-GRIP Suspension is 30° as a single
suspension and 60° in a double configuration utilizing a
yoke plate.
* Can be supplied with a bolt/nut/cotter in place of the suspension

pin and cotter.
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CUSHION-GRIP Suspension ®
CUSHION-GRIP®
Suspension
Conductor Range
Catalog Inches (mm) Nominal Height Width Inches (mm) Length Weight Standard Vertical
Number Conductor Inches Inches Pounds Carton Ultimate
Range Min. Max. Size (mm) Min. Max. (mm) (kg) Quantity Load
0.312 0.608 4.85 0.80 1.20 6.5 2.5 15,000 lbs.
CGS-1095 #2-4/0 10 units
(7.9) (15.4) (123 mm) (9 mm) (30 mm) (165) (1.1 kg) (67 kN)
0.609 0.883 5.30 3.30 3.85 6.85 4.00
CGS-1096 266.8-477 3 units
(15.5) (22.4) (135 mm) (84 mm) (98 mm) (169 mm) (1.8 kg)
0.884 1.196 6.00 3.30 3.85 7.55 5.5 25,000 lbs.
CGS-1097 556.5-954 3 units
(22.5) (30.4) (152 mm) (84 mm) (98 mm) (192 mm) (2.5 kg) (111 kN)
1.197 1.545 6.25 3.30 3.85 8.60 6.7
CGS-1098 1033.5-1590 3 units
(30.4) (39.2) (159 mm) (84 mm) (98 mm) (218 mm) (3.0 kg)
1.546 1.569
CGS-1120
(39.2) (39.8)
1.570 1.639
CGS-1121 1780; 84/19
(39.8) (41.6)
1.640 1.707
CGS-1122
(41.7) (43.3)
1.708 1.77 2156; 84/19
CGS-1123
(43.4) (45.0) & 72/7 7.60 3.90 4.40 9.20 9.5 30,000 lbs
3 units
1.772 1.833 (183 mm) (99.8 mm) (111.8 mm) (234 mm) (4.3 kg) (136 kN)
CGS-1124 2312; 76/19
(45.0) (46.5)
1.834 1.892
CGS-1125
(46.6) (48.0)
1.893 1.948
CGS-1126
(48.1) (49.5)
1.949 2.001
CGS-1127
(49.5) (50.8)
NOTES: For high temperature (HT) version add HT to the catalog number (Example - CGS -1096-HT).
Add CE, YC, or SE to catalog number to include Clevis Eye, Y-Clevis Eye or Socket Eye
(Example: CGS1096SE or CGS-1096HTSE).
For bolt, nut & cotter pin in place of pin, add BNK to catalog number (Examples: CGS-1096-BNK, CGS-1096HTBNK).
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CUSHION-GRIP® Suspension
DIMENSIONAL TABLES
Conductor Dimensions – Inches (mm)

Range –
Inches (mm) D
Min. Max. A B Min. Max. F G H I J K
0.312 0.608 2.00 6.5 0.80 1.20 1.00 2.00 4.85 5/8 2.40 3.85
(7.9) (15.4) (51) (165) (20.3) (30.5) (25.4) (51) (123) (15.9) (61) (98)
0.609 0.883 2.25 6.85 1.15 1.70 1.05 2.00 5.30 5/8 2.60 4.30
(15.5) (22.4) (57) (174) (29.2) (43.2) (26.6) (51) (135) (15.9) (66) (109)
0.884 1.196 2.25 7.55 1.15 1.70 1.05 2.00 6.00 5/8 2.70 5.00
(22.5) (30.4) (57) (192) (29.2) (43.2) (26.6) (51) (152) (15.9) (69) (127)
1.178 1.545 2.25 8.60 1.15 1.70 1.10 2.10 6.25 5/8 2.90 5.24
(29.9) (39.2) (57) (218) (29.2) (43.2) (27.9) (53.5) (159) (15.9) (74) (133.4)
1.546 2.001 2.50 9.20 1.25 1.80 1.25 2.50 7.60 5/8 3.50 6.35
(39.2) (50.8) (63.5) (234) (32.8) (45.7) (32.8) (63.5) (193) (15.9) (89) (161.3)
See diagram above for CGS dimensions for assistance in choosing the appropriate mating hardware part numbers.
CGS HARDWARE & FITTINGS

Shown below are the Clevis Eye (1), Y-Clevis Eye (2), Socket NOTE: See Section 8 – Transmission Line String Hardware
Eye (3), Socket Clevis (4), Yoke Plate (5), Vertical Bundle for detailed dimensions of these components.
Links (6) and Hold-Down Shackles (7) that can be used in
conjunction with the CUSHION-GRIP Suspension.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
CE-5105 YC-5209 SE-5152 SC-5194 YP-5907 VBL-MS-11244 (12") Conductor Hughes

CE-5259 YC-5206 (for CGS-1095) VBL-MS-11302 (18") Range Brothers Hubbell
(for CGS-1095) (for CGS-1095) SE-5156 0.609" – 1.196" 1888.5 88016 – 2000
(for use with 1.197" – 1.545" 1888.8 88018 – 2000
CE-5107
CGS-1096, 1.546" – 2.052" 1888.8 N/A
(for CGS-1096
1097, 1098) 1097, 1098)
SE-5157
(for CGS-1120-1128)
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CUSHION-GRIP Suspension ®
CUSHION-GRIP®
Suspension
For use on:
Galvanized Steel Strand
H D B
Conductor Range Width Inches
Inches (mm) Nominal Height (mm) Length Weight Standard Vertical
Catalog Conductor Inches Inches Pounds Carton Ultimate
Number Min. Max. Sizes (mm) Min. Max. (mm) (Kg) Quantity Load
.312 .608 4.62 .80 1.20 5.5 5 20,000 lbs
CGS-1095G 5/16"-1/2" 3
(7.9) (15.5) (117) (20.3) (30.5) (140) (2.2) (84 KN)
DIMENSIONAL TABLES Front View Side View

Side View
Dimensions – Inches (mm)

A B D F G H I J K Material
2.00 5.48 1.10 0.98 1.98 4.62 .625 2.40 3.62 Ductile Iron
(50.8) (139.2) (27.94) (24.89) (50.30) (117.34) (15.87) (60.96) (91.95)
CGS HARDWARE & FITTINGS

1 2 3
NOTE: See section 8 – Transmission Line String Hardware
for detailed dimensions of these components.
CE-5261 YC-5207 SE-5152
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9
Overhead Shield Wire Repair Rods
Wire Repair Rods

Overhead Shield
NOMENCLATURE
{
IDENTIFICATION TAPE CENTER MARK AND COLOR CODE
NO. OF
SUBSETS
Subsets: Individual aluminum clad steel rods assembled Color code: Provides identification for application of OHSW
into groups. The bore is coated with conductive grit. size that corresponds to tabular information appearing on
Center Mark: Establishes recommended alignment of rods catalog page.
during application. Identification Tape: Shows catalog number, nominal
sizes.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Repair rods for overhead shield wire are designed to re- Repair rods can be used at the support structures or within
store 100% of both the mechanical strength and electrical the span. Overhead shield wire repair rods can not be
conductivity when the number of broken wires do not used as a full tension splice.
exceed 50% of the total number of wires.
For Galvanized Steel OHSW (left hand lay)

Length Rod Diameter Number of
Catalog Number OHSW Size inches Inches inches Subsets Color Code
OHSW-0102 3/16 35 0.086 2 Red
OHSW-0103 7/32 37 0.086 2 Green
OHSW-0104 1/4 45 0.086 2 Yellow
OHSW-0105 9/32 49 0.086 2 Blue
OHSW-0106 5/16 53 0.100 3 Black
OHSW-0107 3/8 62 0.119 3 Orange
OHSW-0108 7/16 72 0.138 3 Green
OHSW-0109 1/2 81 0.159 3 Blue
OHSW-0110 9/16 90 0.188 4 Yellow
OHSW-0111 5/8 103 0.204 4 Black
OHSW-0112 3/4 119 0.241 4 Orange
OHSW-0113 7/8 142 0.288 4 Green
For Aluminum-Clad Steel OHSW (left hand lay)

Catalog OHSW Range Nominal Length Rod Diameter Number of
Number Inches Sizes(s) Inches Inches Subsets Color Code
OHSW-2102 .174-.181 3# 12 26 0.081 2 Orange
OHSW-2108 .219 - .220 3# 10 33 0.102 2 Green
OHSW-2110 .237 - .247 3# 9 34 0.102 2 Yellow
OHSW-2113 .270 - .280 3# 8 38 0.102 3 Blue
OHSW-2116 .303 - .313 3# 7 41 0.102 3 Black
OHSW-2119 .337 - .349 7# 9; 3# 6 45 0.114 3 Yellow
OHSW-2122 .380 - .394 7# 8; 3# 5 51 0.128 3 Orange
OHSW-2125 .427 - .442 7# 7 65 0.144 3 Green
OHSW-2128 .475 - .494 7# 6 72 0.162 3 Blue
OHSW-2129 .495 - .515 19# 10 74 0.162 3 Orange
OHSW-2131 .535 - .555 7# 5 78 0.162 3 Black
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Optical Ground Wire Repair Rods
NOMENCLATURE
{
IDENTIFICATION TAPE CENTER MARK AND COLOR CODE
NO. OF
SUBSETS
Subsets: Color Code:

Individual aluminum clad steel rods assembled into groups. Provides identification for application of OPGW size that cor-
The bore is coated with conductive grit. responds to tabular information appearing on catalog page.
Center Mark: Identification Tape:

Establishes recommended alignment of rods during Shows catalog number, nominal sizes.
application.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS Repair Rods

Diameter Diameter
FIBERLIGN Repair Rods are designed as a single- Catalog Range Range Length Length Color
component, outer layer assembly for use on OPGW and Number (inch) (mm) (inch) (mm) Code
are intended for repair of the outer mechanical strand 3600100 .354-.385 9-10 45 1143 Red
members on an OPGW cable. This is not an optical 3600101 .386-.422 10-11 48 1219 Black
repair product.
3600102 .423-.460 11-12 50 1270 Orange
These OPGW Repair Rods are not designed or tested as 3600103 .461-.505 12-13 54 1372 Green
splices for use on all-metal overhead shield wire and are 3600104 .506-.550 13-14 61 1549 Blue
not intended for that application. 3600105 .551-.602 14-15 65 1651 Yellow
3600106 .603-.660 15-17 70 1778 Brown
Restorative Repair:
These Repair Rods will provide varying levels of mechanical 3600107 .661-.719 17-18 74 1880 Purple
and electrical repair depending upon the specific construc- 3600108 .720-.785 18-20 80 2032 Pink
tion, stranding and material of the OPGW. 3600109 .786-.850 20-22 86 2184 Red
3600110 .851-.933 22-24 94 2388 Black
3600111 .934-1.020 24-26 102 2591 Orange
The extent of mechanical damage that the product can

repair for single layer OPGW is up to 50% of the cable rated
strength. The 50% rating is established by PLP based on
repair rod performance. Contact the OPGW cable manufac-
turer to verify the extent of damage that the specific cable
design can survive without jeopardizing the performance
of the fiber optic elements. If the cable manufacturer limits
the repair level to less than 50%, limit the use of the repair
rod to the lower level for that specific cable. Consult PLP
for further details.
Lay direction of the Repair Rods should be the same as

the outer strands of the OPGW. Left-hand lay is standard,
consult PLP for right-hand lay designs.
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Telephone: 440.461.5200
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Transmission Line Repair Manual: A Guidebook For The Inspection and Repair of Damaged or Worn Conductors

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TRANSMISSION LINE

VORTX™ Damper (2005) Air Flow Spoiler (1983)

Splice Shunt (1950’s)

Detuning Pendulum (2013)

I. CAUSES AND TYPES OF CONDUCTOR DAMAGE

II. ASSESSMENT OF CONDUCTOR DAMAGE

III. ASSESSMENT OF COMPRESSION SPLICES

IV. RESTORATION AND PREVENTATIVE MEASURES

V. APPENDIX “A” – Catalog Information

Line Guards ……………………………………………… 15

Aeolian vibration of transmission conductors is a common occurrence, created by smooth

Bolted suspension clamps, even when applied over Armor

Suspension assemblies, such as the ARMOR-GRIP®

Galloping of transmission lines is generally associated with

With the severe amplitudes associated with galloping, the bending

Subspan Mode Vertical Galloping

The sub-span or breathing mode produces a variety of

The rolling or twisting modes of the entire span also

OTHER CAUSES OF CONDUCTOR DAMAGE

In addition to possible damage from aeolian vibration, galloping or wake-induced oscillation

A bullet hitting a conductor can severely damage the aluminum strands.

Damage from lightning Damage from firearms

Aeolian vibration and galloping activity often leave telltale

Throughout the years, X-ray inspections have been used to

III. ASSESSMENT OF COMPRESSION SPLICES

Historically, due to material aging, improper installation, or problems with inhibiting

RESISTANCE RATIO: OHMSTIK™

INFRARED INSPECTION (IR)

Line Guards & Armor Rods

ACSR & ACSS AAC AAAC

For conductors damaged at support hardware, the best

Spiral Vibration Damper VORTX Damper

Air Flow Spoiler

As with conductors, consideration should be given to using a CUSHION-GRIP® Support on

OPTICAL GROUND WIRE (OPGW)

Splice Shunt / Dead-end Shunt

SHUNT DEAD END

12" REFERENCE FROM END OF

DEAD END SHUNT

Rod Diam., .102" x 2 = .204"

For use on:

Diameter Range Rod

Right-hand lay standard (Continued on next page)

Right-hand lay standard

Thermal Rating (Continuous)

Armor Rods: PARROT-BILL® Ends

To meet the corona onset and RIV requirements for most

The rod diameter can be obtained from the catalog

Rod Diam., .167" x 2 = .334"

Copperweld is a registered trademark of the Copperweld Co.

For use on:

AR-0122 3/0, 6/1 3/0, 7W Alum. Alloy 25 37 56(S)

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Right-hand lay standard

For use on:

Left-hand lay standard

Diameter Range Rod

Left-hand lay standard

For use on: