Typically ISP projects will involve bundled cables because they are smaller CAT 5/6 type cables which are typically bundled into a cable tray or J-hook. If a customer wants to bundle a group of cables then the group needs to be treated like a single cable for calculating fill ratio. Take the picture at left for reference. The large single cable and the bundled cables are practically the same size when the cables are bundled together. If you draw a circle around the bundle then you get a better idea of the overall volume being displaced by the bundle.
Will MaxCell survive in nuclear waste?
We've never actually got that question but have received some far out “how will MaxCell perform in X” questions. Truth is it’s impossible to test a product under every conceivable condition.
The main components of MaxCell, Polyester and Nylon, are used in a variety of geotextile applications because of their resistance properties. The combination provides excellent tenacity, abrasion and temperature resistance when exposed to most “typical” reagents found in underground applications. These include petroleum, jet fuel, diesel, natural gas etc.
In addition, some non-typical soil regents have been tested with positive results including detergents, hydrogen peroxide, transmission fluid, and so on. Our point is giving a longevity rate when exposed to any reagent or component is hard to predict because there are too many variables e.g. exposure rate, temperature, etc. but the product is engineered for toughness in most environments.
UV is one of the only true killers of tensile and other properties that make up MaxCell but there are uncommon harsher substances out there that will break it down in high concentrations. It should be noted though that HDPE is much less resistant to these.
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