Kinectrics performs a wide range of tests on high temperature conductors. One example is the thermo-mechanical cycling test, which evaluates the aging performance of the conductor. Sag-tension and current temperature are examples of other tests which are performed to provide data for computational tools.
Infrared Testing Capability
Kinectrics is equipped to offer in-depth analysis using infrared camera and state-of-the-art research software, which provides detailed information on the temperature distribution of connector surfaces.
Proven Expertise
Kinectrics is an internationally-recognized company with a reputation for technical excellence in engineering and long-established experience in the provision of connector testing services to the electric utility industry.
We handle a wide range of conductor tests and connector tests, from new product and aged component testing to custom projects and special studies—all from a single location.
We test and analyze:
- Transmission and Distribution Components
- Electric Power Connections for Substations
- Ground Grid Connectors
- High Temperature Conductors and Connectors
- Substation Multiport Connectors
- Implosive and Exothermic Connections
Kinectrics tests to:
- Industry Standards
- IEEE 837
- IEC 61284, IEC 61238-1
- ANSI C119
- NEMA CC-1
- CSA C57-98
- Manufacturers Specifications
- Custom Specifications and other required standards
Examples of connector tests:
- Current Cycle
- Heat Rise
- Pullout Strength
- Torque Strength
- Corrosion Tests: Salt Fog, Acid Bath
- Freeze-thaw
- Vibration
- Conductor Damage
- Failure Analysis
Examples of high temperature conductor tests:
- Thermo-Mechanical Endurance
- High Temperature Creep and Sag-Tension
- Current Temperature
- Thermal-Resistant Property
- Aeolian Vibration, Galloping
