Chardon Group
Modern power distribution networks are incredibly complex. The failure of overhead power cables can affect entire networks, resulting in costly downtime for utilities and consumers alike. Meanwhile, underground power distribution offers several advantages over overhead power lines. These include greater safety from fire hazards, longer cable life thanks to shielding from external factors, and aesthetic appeal for urban areas.
Chardon connectors are utilized in key equipment such as padmounted switchgears, transformers, and underground distribution vaults. They play essential roles in various configurations: enabling junctions and splices to connect, branch, and splice seamlessly; serving as end terminations that link underground cables to overhead lines or equipment; facilitating service entrances to provide safe power entry at building interfaces; and offering quick, reliable connections in temporary scenarios like construction sites. Our range includes screened separable loadbreak & deadbreak T-body connectors, elbows, and bushings, ensuring safe power transfer and enhanced system reliability.
Chardon’s accessories are designed not only to connect but also to protect underground distribution networks. In IEEE/ANSI Loadbreak systems, for instance, our Loadbreak Fuse Elbow can act as a standalone for inline protection or pair with another cable using a feed-thru insert, offering fuse protection without necessitating an additional bushing well in the transformer or equipment. The Loadbreak Grounding Elbow provides a safeguard, ensuring systems are grounded and aiding in fault protection. Meanwhile, the Elbow Arrester offers excellent protection against voltage surges.
Our comprehensive line of cable accessories caters to both IEEE/ANSI and IEC standard systems, ensuring we meet the demands of diverse regions and countries. For systems adhering to the IEEE/ANSI standard, our accessories cover voltage ratings up to 35 kV and current ratings as high as 900A. For those operating under IEC standards, we provide connectors across Profile A, B, C, and F, with voltage ratings reaching 72.5 kV and current capacities up to 1250A. With Chardon, you’re assured of compatibility and quality, regardless of the standard in use.
Diagram of application for IEEE/ANSI connectors:
Our screened separable connectors are available in voltage ranges of up to 35 kV for IEEE applications, and up to 72 kV for IEC applications. Our connectors are manufactured in high-quality EPDM compounded in-house for fault-free performance. Our cold shrink joints and terminations are designed for durability and high performance, while offering greater ease of installation than heat-shrink technologies.
Whatever your underground needs are, Chardon is here to serve. Our R&D team composed of experienced engineers are ready to perform design changes or develop new products to suit the needs and requirements of your project.
For over 25 years, we have provided more than manufactured cable accessories; we've been providing application and engineering assistance, as well as hands-on field training and continuous after-sales support together with our distributor partners around the globe. We are eager to manufacture the right solution for your industry.