Low voltage cables are mostly 600V cable designs supporting power, instrument, and control functions. Assessing the condition of these low voltage (LV) cables has its own challenges compared to medium and high voltage applications. The main factors responsible for aging of LV cables are thermal conditions, chemical/wet environments, and, in limited applications, radiation/UV exposure. Among these factors, thermal aging is typically the primary concern.
Join us in this webinar as we explore ways to better assess the condition of low voltage cables! You'll receive a certificate of attendance and earn professional development hours for attending.
You will gain valuable insights on the nature of low voltage cable aging, existing methods to assess material properties, as well as get an overview of advanced electrical testing methods that can be deployed.
Director, Cable Lifecycle Management
Rick Easterling has more than 15 years of experience supporting condition assessment and failure evaluations of low and medium voltage cables.
He holds a Bachelor of Chemical Engineering from the University of South Carolina and completed graduate work in nuclear engineering, energy management, and business from the University of Pittsburgh and Virginia Commonwealth University. Mr. Easterling has diverse work experience, including work as a field engineer, chemical water treatment consultant, project and program management at Westinghouse and EPRI, and is currently the Director of US Operations for Kinectrics Medium Voltage Cable and Electrical Services.
Mr. Easterling has served on several IEEE Standards Committees and presented a variety of technical papers at IEEE meetings and conferences, particularly on low and medium voltage cables and commercial grade dedication topics.
Whether it’s about our world-renowned team, our laboratories, or our lifecycle management solutions, we’re happy to answer any questions you might have.
