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Purpose of insulator
Insulators make sure the energized parts do not touch the ground. All substation equipment in contact with an energized line or bus employs an insulator.
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Cost of insulator
- 138kV nominal voltage insulator: ~$500 each
- 230kV nominal voltage insulator: ~$650 each
- 345kV nominal voltage insulator: ~$1000 each
- 500kV nominal voltage insulator: ~$1800 each
Lead time to procure insulator
~8 weeks
Information on cost and lead time is for your general knowledge only. Contact vendor with your equipment specifications for actual figures.