LV ABC

LV-Aerial Bundled Conductor (LV ABC) System is an effective solution offered by Raychem which prevents theft by direct tapping, the most basic method of stealing electricity.
 
Raychem was one of the first to pioneer the connection, anchoring and suspension of low-voltage insulated overhead systems. Our continuous efforts in research and development have led to state-of-the-art product lines, that meet the demands of modern network design, operation and maintenance. Our products are successfully employed by utilities around the world including artic, desert and tropical climatic extremes. With Raychem’s piercing connectors, service lines can be connected to live lines with maximum safety to linemen.

Anti-theft system in overhead networks distribution

Distribution Boxes
Distribution Boxes incorporate busbars with unique and patented spring-action contacts. Installed where multiple tapping on low voltage distribution network is required, the boxes are assembled on the pole using metal straps or bolts and are easily fed from secondary line.
 

Anti-theft tamper proof meter units

Meter Unit with ‘NRP’ technology offered by Raychem RPG has an innovative solution to encompass energy meter, to prevent tampering on low voltage distribution networks and the non-reversible plug-in type LT connector, to make it completely theft free and tamper proof.
 
Raychem RPG’s Meter Unit is 100% transparent from all sides and made of flame retardant V0 grade polycarbonate with high durability and weathering resistance solution.
 
This Meter Unit comes with non-reversible, anti-theft locking system. A box once closed & sealed cannot be opened without breaking it, thereby making it safe and secure.

Low Loss Wedge Connectors

Raychem Wedge Utility Connectors are designed around an engineering principle which we call ‘Wedge Pressure Technology’.
 
Wedge Pressure Technology has formed the basis for a complete family of connectors that outperforms other convectional connector technologies, resulting in ‘lowest life cycle cost’. Wedge Connectors (Boltless Connectors) overcome the physical and electrical limitations of traditional compression or bolted connectors; resulting in low technical losses and efficient, consistent current flow.
 

Medium Voltage Covered Conductors (MVCC)

Raychem’s Medium Voltage Covered Conductors provide the effective solutions to prevent the revenue loss due to theft by direct tapping, tree faults and other problems associated with bare overhead conductors.
 
Raychem’s covered conductors have been tested across two conductors of 22kV for upto 300 hrs, after which the test was discontinued. This has proved the reliability and effectiveness of MVCC in preventing the system failure on account of transient faults created in system due to falling trees or branches.

Tappat

The new TAPPAT LV Service pillar has been designed after extensive testing and field trials. It is a significant improvement over the existing feeder pillars and offers the following advantages:

Advantages:
Reduction in I2R losses
Safe Insulated Connections, overcomes safety issues
Lockable, tamper proof design hence reduces the risk of power theft and pilferages
Easy sectionalizing
Add-on connection possible

Trafoconnect

Transformer is a vital component of a distribution system. It has to deliver Reliable Power in a safe & efficient manner. However, 8% of the transformers installed worldwide fail on account of improper connector systems.
A conventional connector system used for LV cable connection, deploys crimping and tightening of the bolts. Over a period of time, it leads to a loose electrical contacts which causes sparks and hot spots. The contact resistance is high which adds to the losses of ailing utilities. The weight of the connector causes mechanical strains on the bushing of the transformer, leading to oil leakages.

LV Underground Distribution System

UGMTS
Under Ground Multi Transit System (UGMTS), a patented product of Raychem provides complete solutions for

Reliably connecting and switching adjacent section of LV cables
Preventing power thefts and pilferages of expensive components
Avoiding accidents and right of way issues in narrow and congested lanes
Less outages and immediate restoration of fault