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The Western HVDC Link

Alan Capon over 5 years ago

I did originally answer the previous thread, but have since deleted my response and I believe a new thread with a proper and correct title is the correct way of answering.

More info on the fault here: https://www.energy-reporters.com/transmission/italys-prysmian-under-fire-over-uk-interconnector-failure/

Reports suggest an undersea cable fault in the vicinity of Liverpool Bay.

Regards,

Alan.

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0 Alan Capon over 5 years ago

Yes, it is usual to re-conductor one side with the other side live. The biggest issue is earthing, due to inductive pickup from the live circuit. The pickup is sufficient to kill and burn. Applying sufficient earths to keep everyone safe as well as not welding the bearings on the winches is a specialised subject.

Regards,

Alan.
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0 Alan Capon over 5 years ago

Yes, it is usual to re-conductor one side with the other side live. The biggest issue is earthing, due to inductive pickup from the live circuit. The pickup is sufficient to kill and burn. Applying sufficient earths to keep everyone safe as well as not welding the bearings on the winches is a specialised subject.

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Alan.
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