Wrindu New RDCD-C Vehicle-Mounted Cable Fault Testing System
Wrindu has developed a new RDCD-C Mobile Cable Fault Testing System for underground cable testing and maintenance. The system combines several testing functions, including cable fault location, high-voltage testing, fault pinpointing, and cable route detection.
Instead of using separate instruments for each task, technicians can use the RDCD-C to carry out different stages of cable fault testing with one integrated system.
What Are the Main Features of the New RDCD-C System?
The RDCD-C combines several technologies to help technicians find and locate cable faults. These functions make the RDCD-C suitable for both cable fault diagnosis and field maintenance.
1. Cable Length Measurement: Measures cable length and helps estimate the distance to a fault.
2. Multiple Pulse Technology: Provides different pulse methods for testing cables with different fault conditions.
3. Adjustable High-Voltage Output: Applies high-voltage pulses to help identify high-resistance faults.
4. High-Energy Impulse Output: Delivers impulse energy of up to 2048 J.
5. Acoustic and Magnetic Pinpointing: Uses sound and magnetic signals to help technicians find the exact fault position.
6. Cable Route Detection: Traces underground cable routes and helps identify cable locations.
7. Automatic Control and Protection: Coordinates the testing process and provides safety functions during operation.
How Does the RDCD-C Help with Cable Fault Testing?
Finding an underground cable fault usually involves several steps. Technicians first need to estimate the fault distance, then locate the fault point on site. They may also need to trace the cable route before starting repair work.
The RDCD-C supports this process with different testing modules, and the system supports cable testing over a range of 5 m to 100 km, helping technicians handle different cable network conditions.
1. Measure the fault distance: Use the cable fault locator to estimate how far the fault is from the test point.
2. Test high-resistance faults: Apply high-voltage pulses to help identify faults that are difficult to detect with low-voltage methods.
3. Pinpoint the fault: Use acoustic and magnetic signals to locate the fault position on the ground.
4. Trace the cable route: Use the cable path detector to identify the underground cable direction and position.
What Safety Functions Does the RDCD-C Include?
High-voltage cable testing requires careful operation and reliable protection. The RDCD-C includes a safety monitoring system that checks key operating conditions during testing.
If the system detects an abnormal condition, it can trigger an alarm, cut off the high-voltage output, and start the discharge process. It also includes emergency stop and power-failure protection functions.
These features help reduce risks during on-site testing. Operators should still follow the required safety procedures, including cable isolation, grounding, and discharge.
Where Can the RDCD-C Be Used?
The RDCD-C is designed for underground cable testing and maintenance in different industries.
| Application | Typical Use |
|---|---|
| Power distribution | Locating faults in underground power cables |
| Industrial plants | Testing and maintaining internal cable networks |
| Railway systems | Checking power and signal cables |
| Airports | Cable fault detection in electrical networks |
| Street lighting | Finding faults in underground lighting cables |
The system can be installed in a suitable vehicle selected by the customer. The vehicle is not included in the standard equipment supply, allowing users to choose a vehicle based on local conditions.
A New Addition to Wrindu's Cable Testing Equipment
The RDCD-C is a new development in Wrindu's cable testing product range. It brings fault distance measurement, high-voltage testing, acoustic and magnetic pinpointing, and cable route detection into one system.
By combining these functions, the RDCD-C helps cable maintenance teams complete fault diagnosis with fewer separate instruments.
About Wrindu
Established in 2014, Wrindu is a Chinese manufacturer of electrical testing equipment and power testing solutions. The company has a 50,000+ m² production facility, six production lines, and more than 200 employees.
Wrindu provides cable testing equipment and other electrical test solutions to customers in over 120 countries. OEM, ODM, and customized services are also available, along with a one-year warranty and technical support.
