WHY PPE RESIN IN AI POWER DISTRIBUTION BUSWAY INSULATION?

Protecting electrical distribution systems in AI data centers is challenging. That’s why it’s important to choose a busway insulation material that is well suited to withstand high voltages, high power densities and high heat. An inferior insulative polymer can cause risks ranging from electrical arcing and short circuits to part warpage and deformation over time.

With their massive power requirements, many AI data centers use overhead busway instead of underfloor cabling to distribute electricity to servers. However, high-power copper busbar within these busway require robust electrical insulation for safety, compliance and reliability.

As a result, manufacturers are selecting NORYL^TM resins, based on polyphenylene ether (PPE) technology, for busway insulation. These specialty dielectric materials, which have been validated by leading busway OEMs, can help enhance the design, performance and stability of AI data center power systems.

Benefits of NORYL resins in AI busway electrical insulation

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DESIGN FLEXIBILITY

Facilitate busway designs that enable rapid scale-up and easy configuration changes.

DIMENSIONAL STABILITY

Maintain precise geometries of long profiles with low water uptake

DIELECTRIC STRENGTH

Help prevent electrical breakdown and protect against contact with live parts.

THERMAL RESISTANCE

Withstand high heat generated by electrical currents. Well suited to meet IEC 61439 standard.

NON-BROMINATED/NON-CHLORINATED FLAME RETARDANCE

Meet UL94 V0 @ 1.5mm (5VA @ 2.5mm; 5VB @ 2.0mm); Pass GWFI @ 960°C and GWIT @ 825°C.

MECHANICALS

Deliver good impact strength and structural integrity. Well suited to meet UL508A Section 13.

LOW DENSITY

Helps to reduce weight of components for easier installation

DOWNLOAD GUIDE for property data for six NORYL resin grades including materials with a CTI of 0, RTI electrical up to 125°C, and UL 94 V-0 down to 0.75 mm.

Be confident in the outstanding insulative performance, long-term reliability and compliance of NORYL™ resins.

NORYL resins are also proven in other electrical/electronics applications such as junction and fuse boxes, housings for switches and breakers, and EV batteries.

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