Overhead line materials are the essential components used to construct, support, protect, and maintain overhead electrical power distribution and transmission lines. These materials ensure the safe and efficient delivery of electricity from substations to homes, businesses, and industries.
Common Overhead Line Materials:
* Aluminium and aluminium conductor steel-reinforced (ACSR) conductors
* Insulators (pin, shackle, suspension, and strain insulators)
* Crossarms and support brackets
* Wooden, concrete, or steel utility poles
* Stay wires, guy grips, and stay rods
* Pole clamps, bolts, nuts, and washers
* Suspension and tension clamps
* Earth wire and earthing accessories
* Fuse cut-outs and lightning arresters
* Connectors, lugs, and cable joints