In high-humidity, coastal, or industrial regions, flashover risks due to pollution are a major concern in power systems. Epoxy post insulators, with their superior anti-pollution flashover characteristics, have become the preferred solution over traditional ceramic insulators. Utilities and OEMs are shifting toward epoxy-based options to enhance system reliability and reduce maintenance costs.
1. Hydrophobic Surface Behavior
Epoxy resin naturally repels moisture, helping prevent water film formation on the surface. This greatly reduces the risk of surface discharge or flashover under wet and polluted conditions.
2. Anti-Tracking and Erosion Resistance
Advanced formulations of epoxy resin are designed with high tracking resistance (CTI > 600), ensuring long-term performance even when exposed to conductive dust, industrial soot, or salty air.
3. Tailored Creepage Distance
Designers can customize the creepage distance of epoxy insulators to meet specific pollution class requirements—up to and beyond IEC Class IV—without drastically increasing size or weight.
4. Seamless Surface, No Glaze Defects
Unlike porcelain, which may have microscopic glaze cracks, epoxy post insulators offer a seamless, void-free surface that resists degradation and allows easy surface cleaning when necessary.
5. Reliable in Compact Installations
In enclosed or indoor substations where natural cleaning (rain/wind) is limited, epoxy post insulators retain performance without regular washing or maintenance schedules.
Epoxy post insulators are now widely adopted in:
Coastal substations (with salt-fog exposure)
Steel mills, chemical plants, cement factories
Desert or semi-arid installations with conductive dust
Compact GIS and RMU applications
Wind and solar inverter rooms with high humidity
