Evaluation of dielectric films for aerospace and space power wiring insulation

Three high-performance dielectric films, perfluoroalkoxy (PFA), poly-p-xylene (PPX), and polybenzimidazole (PBI), were characterized to explore their possible use as a replacement for Kapton in high-voltage wiring insulation. The dielectric properties of PFA and PPX, including permittivity and dissi...

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Main Authors: Suthar, J.L., Laghari, J.R., Hammoud, A.N., Baumann, E.D., Myers, I.T., Domitz, S.
Format: Conference Proceeding
Language:English
Subjects:
Cable insulation
Dielectric breakdown
Dielectric films
Dielectric measurements
Dielectrics and electrical insulation
Frequency
Mechanical factors
Temperature distribution
Voltage
Wiring
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Summary:Three high-performance dielectric films, perfluoroalkoxy (PFA), poly-p-xylene (PPX), and polybenzimidazole (PBI), were characterized to explore their possible use as a replacement for Kapton in high-voltage wiring insulation. The dielectric properties of PFA and PPX, including permittivity and dissipation factor, were obtained in a frequency range of 50 Hz to 100 kHz and at temperatures up to 200 degrees C, and the AC dielectric strength was determined at temperatures up to 250 degrees C. For PBI, the dielectric properties were obtained at temperatures up to 250 degrees C and the dielectric strength at temperatures up to 300 degrees C. The experimental results are compared with those for Kapton. The results indicate that PBI film can withstand temperatures up to 300 degrees C and maintain all its electrical properties at elevated temperatures. PFA and PPX dielectric films, like Kapton, are capable of maintaining their electrical properties, with minimal degradation, at temperatures up to 200 degrees C.< >
ISSN:1089-084X
DOI:10.1109/ELINSL.1992.247062