ASTM F855-15
(Specification)Standard Specifications for Temporary Protective Grounds to Be Used on De-energized Electric Power Lines and Equipment
Standard Specifications for Temporary Protective Grounds to Be Used on De-energized Electric Power Lines and Equipment
ABSTRACT
These specifications cover the equipment making up the temporary grounding system used on de-energized electric power lines, electric supply stations, and equipment. These specifications for a system of protective grounding utilizing copper cables are covered in four parts, as follows: clamps, ferrules, cables, and temporary protective grounds. Each of the four parts is an entity of itself, but is listed as a part of the system for completeness and clarification. The clamps shall be subject to design tests for determining mechanical torque strength and electrical short circuit capacity. The ferrules shall be tested for electrical short-circuit capacity and continuous current rating. The elastomer or thermoplastic making up the jacket of the flexible cable shall be tested according to the specified methods.
SCOPE
1.1 These specifications cover the equipment making up the temporary grounding system used on de-energized electric power lines, electric supply stations, and equipment.
1.2 It is common practice for the users of protective grounding equipment to prepare complete instructions and regulations to govern in detail the correct use and maintenance of such equipment.
1.3 The uses and maintenance of this equipment are beyond the scope of these specifications.
1.4 These specifications for a system of protective grounding utilizing copper cables are covered in four parts, as follows:
Sections
Clamps for Temporary Protective Grounds
4 – 16
Ferrules for Temporary Protective Grounds
17 – 30
Cables for Temporary Protective Grounds
31 – 39
Protective Grounds (Complete Assembly With Clamps, Ferrules, and Cable)
40 – 52
1.5 Each of the four parts is an entity of itself, but is listed as a part of the system for completeness and clarification.
1.6 Currents presented in Table 1 are based upon cable melting times, as determined from equations by I. M. Onderdonk and are to used in situations involving an asymmetry value less than 20 % (X/R ≤ 1.8). See Appendix X3. (A) Withstand and ultimate short circuit properties are based on performance with surges not exceeding 20 % asymmetry factor (see 9.1 and 12.3.4.2).(B) Yield shall mean no permanent deformation such that the clamp cannot be reused throughout its entire range of application.(C) Ultimate rating represents a symmetrical current which the assembly or individual components shall carry for the specified time.(D) Ultimate values are based upon application of Onderdonk's equation to 98 % of nominal circular mil area allowed by Specifications B172 and B173.
Note 1: TPG testing is done on complete assemblies. Assembly ratings assume the grade of lowest graded component (see 43.1.6).
1.6.1 Currents presented in Table 2 are based upon the values from EPRI Project RP2446 Computer Program RTGC “A Desktop Computer Program for Calculating Rating of Temporary Grounding Cables” and are to be used in situations involving an asymmetry value greater then 20 % (X/R ≧ 1.8), see Appendix X4.
Note 1: The above current values are based on electromechanical test values.
Note 2: Assemblies that have been subjected to these shall not be re-used.
Note 3: For use with currents exceeding 20 % asymmetry factor.
Note 4: See X4.7.2 for additional information.
Note 5: Alternate testing circuits are available for laboratories that cannot achieve the above requirements. See Appendix X4 for details.
Note 1: Table 1 represents the clamp and assembly ratings that existed prior to this revision. Table 2 represents new ratings now required for high X/R situations.
1.6.2 See Appendix X3 and Appendix X4 for a discussion of these topics.
1.7 The values stated in Newton-Meter units are to be regarded as the standard. The values in parentheses are the inch-pound units.
1.8 The following precautionary caveat pertains to the test method portions, Sections 12 and 25 of these specif...
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Designation:F855 −15
Standard Specifications for
Temporary Protective Grounds to Be Used on De-energized
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Electric Power Lines and Equipment
ThisstandardisissuedunderthefixeddesignationF855;thenumberimmediatelyfollowingthedesignationindicatestheyearoforiginal
adoptionor,inthecaseofrevision,theyearoflastrevision.Anumberinparenthesesindicatestheyearoflastreapproval.Asuperscript
epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope 1.7 The values stated in Newton-Meter units are to be
regarded as the standard. The values in parentheses are the
1.1 Thesespecificationscovertheequipmentmakingupthe
inch-pound units.
temporary grounding system used on de-energized electric
1.8 The following precautionary caveat pertains to the test
power lines, electric supply stations, and equipment.
method portions, Sections 12 and 25 of these specifications:
1.2 It is common practice for the users of protective
This standard does not purport to address all of the safety
grounding equipment to prepare complete instructions and
concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility
regulations to govern in detail the correct use and maintenance
of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and
of such equipment.
health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory
1.3 Theusesandmaintenanceofthisequipmentarebeyond
limitations prior to use.
the scope of these specifications.
2. Referenced Documents
1.4 These specifications for a system of protective ground-
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ingutilizingcoppercablesarecoveredinfourparts,asfollows:
2.1 ASTM Standards:
B172Specification for Rope-Lay-Stranded Copper Conduc-
Sections
torsHavingBunch-StrandedMembers,forElectricalCon-
Clamps for Temporary Protective Grounds 4–16
ductors
Ferrules for Temporary Protective Grounds 17–30
Cables for Temporary Protective Grounds 31–39
B173Specification for Rope-Lay-Stranded Copper Conduc-
Protective Grounds (Complete Assembly With Clamps, Ferrules, 40–52
tors Having Concentric-Stranded Members, for Electrical
and Cable)
Conductors
1.5 Each of the four parts is an entity of itself, but is listed
D470Test Methods for Crosslinked Insulations and Jackets
as a part of the system for completeness and clarification.
for Wire and Cable
1.6 Currents presented in Table 1 are based upon cable D753Specification for General Purpose Polychloroprene
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melting times, as determined from equations by I. M. Onder-
Jacket for Wire and Cable (Withdrawn 1984)
donk and are to used in situations involving an asymmetry D2219Specification for Poly(Vinyl Chloride) Insulation for
value less than 20 % (X/R ≤ 1.8). See Appendix X3.
Wire and Cable, 60°C Operation
1.6.1 Currents presented in Table 2 are based upon the D2633Test Methods for Thermoplastic Insulations and
values from EPRI Project RP2446 Computer Program RTGC
Jackets for Wire and Cable
“A Desktop Computer Program for Calculating Rating of
D2768 Specification for General-Purpose Ethylene-
Temporary Grounding Cables” and are to be used in situations
Propylene Rubber Jacket for Wire and Cable (Withdrawn
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involving an asymmetry value greater then 20 % (X/R^ 1.8),
2007)
see Appendix X4.
D2770 Specification for Ozone-Resisting Ethylene-
Propylene Rubber Integral Insulation and Jacket for Wire
NOTE1—Table1representstheclampandassemblyratingsthatexisted
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and Cable (Withdrawn 2007)
priortothisrevision.Table2representsnewratingsnowrequiredforhigh
X/R situations. E8/E8MTest Methods for Tension Testing of Metallic Ma-
terials
1.6.2 See Appendix X3 and Appendix X4 for a discussion
of these topics.
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These specifications are under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F18 on For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
Electrical Protective Equipment for Workers and are the direct responsibility of contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM
Subcommittee F18.45 on Mechanical Apparatus. Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
CurrenteditionapprovedJune1,2015.PublishedJuly2015.Originallyapproved the ASTM website.
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in1983.Lastpreviouseditionapprovedin2014asF855–14.DOI:10.1520/F0855- The last approved version of this historical standard is referenced on
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TABLE 1 Protective Ground Cable, Ferrule, Clamp and Assembly Ratings for Symmetrical Current
Grounding Clamp Torque
A
Short Circuit Properties
Strength, min
CD
Withstand Rating, Symmetrical Continuous
Ultimate Rating Capacity , Symmetrical
B
Yield Ultimate kA kA Current
RMS, 60 Hz
Grade RMS, 60 Hz Rating, A
RMS, 60
15 30
15 30 cycles 60 Maximum
Hz
Copper Cable cycles cycles
lbf·in. n·m lbf·in. n·m c
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Designation: F855 − 14 F855 − 15
Standard Specifications for
Temporary Protective Grounds to Be Used on De-energized
1
Electric Power Lines and Equipment
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F855; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of original
adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A superscript
epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope
1.1 These specifications cover the equipment making up the temporary grounding system used on de-energized electric power
lines, electric supply stations, and equipment.
1.2 It is common practice for the users of protective grounding equipment to prepare complete instructions and regulations to
govern in detail the correct use and maintenance of such equipment.
1.3 The uses and maintenance of this equipment are beyond the scope of these specifications.
1.4 These specifications for a system of protective grounding utilizing copper cables are covered in four parts, as follows:
Sections
Clamps for Temporary Protective Grounds 4 – 16
Ferrules for Temporary Protective Grounds 17 – 30
Cables for Temporary Protective Grounds 31 – 39
Protective Grounds (Complete Assembly With Clamps, Ferrules, 40 – 52
and Cable)
1.5 Each of the four parts is an entity of itself, but is listed as a part of the system for completeness and clarification.
1.6 Currents presented in Table 1 are based upon cable melting times, as determined from equations by I. M. Onderdonk and
are to used in situations involving an asymmetry value less than 20 % (X/R ≤ 1.8). See Appendix X3.
1.6.1 Currents presented in Table 2 are based upon the values from EPRI Project RP2446 Computer Program RTGC “A Desktop
Computer Program for Calculating Rating of Temporary Grounding Cables” and are to be used in situations involving an
asymmetry value greater then 20 % (X/R ^ 1.8), see Appendix X4.
NOTE 1—Table 1 represents the clamp and assembly ratings that existed prior to this revision. Table 2 represents new ratings now required for high
X/R situations.
1.6.2 See Appendix X3 and Appendix X4 for a discussion of these topics.
1.7 The values stated in Newton-Meter units are to be regarded as the standard. The values in parentheses are the inch-pound
units.
1.8 The following precautionary caveat pertains to the test method portions, Sections 12 and 25 of these specifications:This
standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user
of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior
to use.
2. Referenced Documents
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
B172 Specification for Rope-Lay-Stranded Copper Conductors Having Bunch-Stranded Members, for Electrical Conductors
B173 Specification for Rope-Lay-Stranded Copper Conductors Having Concentric-Stranded Members, for Electrical Conduc-
tors
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These specifications are under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F18 on Electrical Protective Equipment for Workers and are the direct responsibility of Subcommittee
F18.45 on Mechanical Apparatus.
Current edition approved Oct. 1, 2014June 1, 2015. Published November 2014July 2015. Originally approved in 1983. Last previous edition approved in 20092014 as
F855 – 09.F855 – 14. DOI: 10.1520/F0855-14.10.1520/F0855-15.
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For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM Standards
volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States
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F855 − 15
TABLE 1 Protective Ground Cable, Ferrule, Clamp and Assembly Ratings for Symmetrical Current
Grounding Clamp Torque
A
Short Circuit Properties
Strength, min
CD
Withstand Rating, Symmetrical Continuous
Ultimate Rating Capacity , Symmetrical
B
Yield Ultimate kA kA Current
RMS, 60 Hz
Grade RMS, 60 Hz Rating, A
RMS, 60
15 30
15 30 cycles 60 Maximum
Hz
Copper Cable cycles cycles
lbf·in. n·m lbf·in. n·m cycles (500 cycles Copper Test
Size (250 (500
(250 ms) ms) (1 s) Cable Size
ms) ms)
1 280 32 330 37 14 10 #2 18 13 9 2/0 200
2 280 32 330 37 21 15 1/0 29 21 14 4/0 250
3 280 32 330 37 27 20 2/0 37 26 18 4/0 300
4 330 37 400 45 34 25 3/0 47 33 23 250 kcmil 350
5 330 37 40
...
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