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ASTM WK92483
Revision of B987/B987M-20 Standard Specification for Carbon Fiber Thermoset Polymer Matrix Composite Core (CFC) for use in Overhead Electrical Conductors
Rationale
The current version of ASTM B987 permits only single-strand carbon fiber composite (CFC) core. At least two (2) suppliers are making a seven-strand CFC core. At least one has completed all lab testing and field qualification and is sold commercially. The industry needs a peer-reviewed consensus standard covering both single-strand and stranded CFC core.
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Date Initiated: 10-09-2024
Technical Contact: Paul Springer
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