How To Extend The Service Life Of Wires And Cables?

In real life, improper operation of wires during use can gradually reduce their service life. After a certain period of use, wires and cables will also experience aging, especially the wires used in our home decoration. In actual use, the reasons for aging are also multifaceted. How can we extend the service life of wires?
Reasonable installation: During the installation process, relevant regulations and standards should be followed to ensure that cables are kept at an appropriate distance from thermal and other pipelines, avoiding excessive bending and wear. At the same time, it is necessary to ensure that the burial depth of wires and cables is sufficient to prevent external damage. Keep dry: Wires and cables are extremely sensitive to moisture, and long-term exposure to humid environments can lead to a decrease in insulation performance. It is important to avoid cables from getting damp. For lines that are prone to flooding, electricians should be asked to relocate the lines and take elevated and moisture-proof measures. If there is a power outage on rainy days, the power should be cut off immediately. Please have an electrician investigate the cause and assign a dedicated person to take care of it.
Avoid over stretching: During installation, it is important to avoid over stretching wires and cables to avoid affecting their mechanical properties. The minimum bending radius of cables should comply with regulations, with multi-core cables not less than 15 times the outer diameter of the cable and single core cables not less than 20 times the outer diameter of the cable. Regular inspection: It is necessary to regularly inspect wires and cables, and promptly deal with aging, damage, and other situations to avoid safety accidents. When problems are discovered, aging cables should be replaced in a timely manner to ensure the normal operation of the electrical system. Reasonable use: In daily life and work, wires and cables should be used reasonably to avoid long-term overload operation. At the same time, relevant regulations must be followed to ensure that wires and cables are not damaged by human factors.
Through the above measures, the service life of wires and cables can be extended, ensuring the safe and stable operation of the power system.