DOW ENDURANCE™ HFDB-0801 BK EC is a vulcanizable semiconductive compound based on a polyethylene copolymer and is designed for conductor shield and bonded insulation shield applications in crosslinked polyethylene insulated medium and high voltage cables.(1) DOW ENDURANCE™ HFDB-0801 BK EC has improved processability and demonstrated compatibility with copper and aluminum conductors.

DOW ENDURANCE™ HFDB-0801 BK EC was specifically developed utilizing a special acetylene carbon black to provide a super-smooth surface yielding a more perfect interface between the extruded shield and the insulation. As a result, significantly improved cable performance can be expected. DOW ENDURANCE™ HFDB-0801 BK EC is formulated with a higher temperature peroxide. Thus, DOW ENDURANCE™ HFDB-0801 BK EC is less subject to pre-cure or scorch within the processing extruder and die.

Specifications
DOW ENDURANCE™ HFDB-0801 BK EC is designed for use in power distribution cables. Cables with conductor and insulation shielding of DOW ENDURANCE™ HFDB-0801 BK EC, prepared using sound commercial fabrication practice, would be expected to meet the following specifications:

• AEIC: CS7, CS8

• IEC: 60502, 60840, 62067

• ICEA: S-108-720, S-94-649; S-97-682; S-93-639 (NEMA WC 74),

• DIN: VDE 0273