IEEE 400.1-2018 PDF Download

IEEE 400.1-2018 is a standard that provides recommended practices and procedures for field testing laminated dielectric, shielded AC power cable systems. The standard specifically focuses on cable systems rated 5 kV to 500 kV and designed for high voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission. It covers various types of laminated power cable systems, such as paper insulated, lead covered, pipe-type, and pressurized cables. The standard assumes that the cable systems have an effectively grounded neutral system or a grounded metallic shield.

The scope of the standard includes both acceptance testing and maintenance testing of power cable systems. It applies to cable systems used in AC transmission systems and intended for the transmission or distribution of electric power. The recommended practices and procedures provided in the standard aim to ensure consistent and reliable testing of cable systems in the field.

The purpose of IEEE 400.1-2018 is to promote uniformity in the field testing of laminated dielectric, shielded AC power cable systems. It provides guidelines for performing direct voltage acceptance and maintenance tests on these cable systems and also offers guidance on evaluating the test results.