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        ![]() LANTNAVFACENGCOM A&E GUIDE 
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CABLE SHIELDS 
A.3.1.3 
Use tape shielded cables and ensure minimum cable bending radii of 12 times 
the overall cable diameter; use wire shielded cables (see NEMA WC 8, 
"Ethylene-Propylene-Rubber-Insulated Wire and Cable for the Transmission 
and Distribution of Electrical Energy," for minimum cable bending radii) only 
where existing manholes are utilized and the minimum cable bending radii of 
tape shielded cables cannot be realized. Please note that the minimum cable 
bending radii refers to the inner surface of the cable and not to the axis of 
the cable. 
A.3.1.4 
NUMBER OF CONDUCTORS 
Use l/c cables when solid dielectric cables are specified; 3/c cable may be 
used when special conditions justify its use. 
A.3.1.5 
EXISTING CONDITIONS 
Ensure that new cables and specified splicing methods are compatible with 
existing cables. Provide the same information (e.g., insulation type, insulation 
rating, conductor type, and number of conductors) for existing cables as 
required for new cables. Caution: Existing cable may be fireproofed with 
asbestos in manholes. Refer to paragraph A.1.10. 
A.3.2 
TRANSFORMERS 
A.3.2.1 
PAD-MOUNTED TRANSFORMER VERSUS SECONDARY UNIT 
SUBSTATION 
Pad-mounted transformers are normally used for 750 kVA and below on 
15 kV systems and for 500 kVA and below on 5 kV systems. For voltages 
above 15 kV and for kVA ratings above those previously indicated, it is 
preferable to use secondary unit substations. When using a pad-mounted 
transformer, select the applicable pad-mounted transformer detail from 
Figures 3 through 8, supply the missing data. and incorporate that detail onto 
the contract drawings. Do not use these details to depict secondary unit 
substations. 
A.3.2.2 
LOCATION 
Transformer location with respect to buildings shall meet requirements of 
MIL-HDBK-1008, "Fire Protection for Facilities Engineering Design and 
Construction" and NFPA 70. 
Attachment A-18 
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