High-Quality U160BM (155/280/400) Glass Insulator Manufacturer, Supplier

U160BM is a technically mature, safe, and reliable power component that plays an important role in ensuring the safe operation of power grids.

Core Application Areas:

  • Overhead Transmission Lines: Primarily used in high-voltage and extra-high-voltage overhead lines to suspend or tension the conductors.

  • Substation Equipment: Also used within substations to provide insulation support for live equipment.

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Product Description

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Product Information

IEC Stand: U160BM
U Disc Suspension Insulator
160 Mechanical failing load of 160kN
B Ball And Socket Type
M Medium length steel pin, assembled to achieve a product structural height of 155mm.
Product Diagram
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Dimensional Data

Spacing (S) 155mm
Diameter (D) 280mm
Creepage distance (L) 400mm
Socket coupling 20mm
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Technical Performance

Mechanical values
Mechanical failing load 160kN
Mechanical residual strength 128kN
Electrical Values
Dry power frequency withstand voltage 75kV
Wet power frequency withstand voltage 45kV
Dry lightning impulse withstand voltage 110kV
Power frequency puncture voltage 130kV
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Radio-influence Voltage

RIV test voltage rms to ground / Maximum RIV at 1000 kHz 10 kV / 50 μV
Corona visual lest P/C 18/22 KV
Power frequency electric arc voltage 0.12s/20kA
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Packing Information

Net weight 6.7kg
Carton Quantity 3/6pcs
Packing Type 1
3pcs/Crate
Packing Type 2
3pcs/Crate
Packing Type 3
6pcs/Crate
Packing Type 4
6pcs/Crate
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Industry Standard(s)

Manufactured in accordance with: IEC60383-1:2023, MOD / GB/T1001.1

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What does the U160BM designation stand for? It represents a Disc Suspension Insulator (U) with a mechanical failing load of 160kN (160), utilizing a Ball and Socket type (B) and a medium length steel pin (M).
2. What is the creepage distance for this insulator? The U160BM insulator provides a total creepage distance of 400mm, suitable for various environmental conditions.
3. What are the mechanical strength limits? The unit is rated for a mechanical failing load of 160kN and maintains a mechanical residual strength of 128kN.
4. What is the standard structural height? When assembled with the medium length steel pin, the product achieves a standard structural height (spacing) of 155mm.
5. Which international standards are followed during manufacturing? The insulators are manufactured in strict accordance with IEC60383-1:2023 and MOD / GB/T1001.1 standards.
6. How is the product typically packed for shipping? The products are generally available in crate quantities of either 3pcs or 6pcs, with a single unit net weight of approximately 6.7kg.

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