A short circuit occurs when a connection is accidentally established between two points in an electric circuit at different voltages. It presents a risk to both property and people.

Depending on where it occurs, very large currents may be generated, which will often result in a fire. The main causes of short circuits can be summarized as follows:

• Damage to insulating material as a result of wear and tear or mechanical impact
• Broken conductors
• Conducting elements falling onto or otherwise coming into contact with the circuit

In order to test cable integrity, Jeddah Cable Company and KEMA High Voltage & High Power Laboratories jointly performed a successful short circuit test with 40 kA for 1 second on a 132 kV 1×2000 mm² power cable.

Before this test the cable was preheated by induced current to an elevated conductor temperature of 95 °C. Then the short circuit current was supplied to the conductor and returned through the metal screen.

This test is a special requirement of the Saudi Electricity Company in Saudi Arabia.

Our Research Team’s diligent efforts for advancements along with KEMA Experts have led us to achieve this significant test and we are proud of this accomplishment. Our customers in Saudi Arabia already recognize that Jeddah Cable Company, through creativity and enhancement, provides high performance, high quality electric cables for the local market. Jeddah Cable Company was the first Saudi manufacturer to do this severe test for the second time assuring its top quality products. This also further validates our commitment to excellence right from manufacturing all the way through to services to our customers.