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In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Introduction to Insulating Materials 2. Characteristics of a Good Insulating Material 3. Classification of Insulating Materials 4. Air Spaces in Insulation 5. Effect of Moisture on Insulation 6. Protection of Insulation against Moisture. Contents: Introduction to Insulating Materials Characteristics of a Good Insulating Material Classification of Insulating Materials Air Spaces in Insulation [...]

The properties of insulating materials are enumerated and discussed as under: 1. Electrical Properties 2. Thermal Properties 3. Chemical Properties 4. Mechanical Properties.   1. Electrical Properties of Insulating Materials: i. Insulation Resistance: It may be defined as the resistance between two conductors (or systems of conductors) usually separated by insulating materials. It is the total resistance in respect of two [...]