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    What should be the safety factor for pin type insulators?
    Question

    What should be the safety factor for pin type insulators?

    A.

    1

    B.

    5

    C.

    10

    D.

    25

    Correct option is C

    Safety factor:
    · The ratio of puncture strength to flashover voltage is known as the safety factor.
    · Safety Factor = puncture strength  / Flash over voltage 
    · For pin-type insulators, the value of the safety factor is about 10.

    Advantages of Pin Type Insulator
    · The mechanical strength of this insulator is high.
    · It is not expensive.
    · It has a good creepage distance.
    · It is applicable to a high voltage transmission line.
    · The designing of this insulator is simple.
    · Easy maintenance.
    · It is used vertically & horizontally.
    Disadvantages of Pin Type Insulator
    · It is applicable for only transmission lines.
    · It must be used by the spindle.
    · The voltage rating is up to 36kV.
    · The insulator pin can damage the thread of an insulator.
    · For above 50KV, these insulators will become uneconomical and bulky.

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