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Message WILDLIFE AND ASSET PROTECTION PRODUCTS• Visual inspection of connection and oil levels• Conductors and leads exit easily through cover• Robust latching and hinging mechanisms• Fast and versatile installation• REACH and RoHS compliant• Rugged, non-tracking, UV-resistant polymer and flame-resistantKEY FEATURESTE Connectivity’s (TE) Raychem BCAC-IC insulating cover is designed to prevent animal caused outages on breaker, transformer and pole-top transformer bushings ranging from 15 kV to 36 kV.The BCAC-IC insulating covers have been successfully eliminating outages from all types of animals for years. This cover is designed to provide the same great protection with enhanced features.The cover is easily installed around bushings and connections by wrapping the double hinged design around the insulator’s top skirt and snapping it in place with a robust latching mechanism. The cover allows for conductors to exit out both from the top and side interfaces without the need to trim the cover. The design allows for visible inspections of oil fill levels on transformer bushings as well.Superior high-voltage outdoor materials are used in the BCAC-IC cover design. The rugged, cross linked, non-tracking, UV-resistant, high temperature polymer ensures long-term performance even in the most extreme environmental conditions.ENERGY / RAYCHEM BUSHING CONNECTION ANIMAL COVER INSPECTION COVER (BCAC-IC)Customers can count on consistent, high quality products, driven by TE’s proven innovation and backed by our extraordinary customer support.RAYCHEM BUSHING CONNECTION ANIMAL COVER INSPECTION COVER (BCAC-IC)

Wildlife and Asset Protection Material Performance Attributes:TE Raychem StandardTE Raychem V0+Tracking and Erosion Resistance (TERT), per ASTM D2303 or IEC 60587 STEP test method, (with abrasion)This test predicts behavior under contamination and leakage current stress. The sample is abraded to represent testing on an aged sample.>300min >180minUV Performance, per ASTM G154This test assesses the damage from UV exposure in intense environments, and provides a proxy for 35+ life expectancy.5,000hr 5,000hr*Thermal Aging PerformanceThermal Index IEC 60216 / IEEE 98This accelerated aging test predicts long-term product performance and is a key predictor of life-cycle performance of the material.105C (5,000hr) 105C (5,000hr)*Thermal Aging ASTM D2671 This test predicts life expectancy, and ties the material’s tested values to real-life data from 35+ years of actual service life in the field150C, (168hr) 150C, (168hr)Flammability PerformanceFlame Retardancy This tests assesses a materials ability to self-extinguish under strict repeatable laboratory conditions, UL 94, IEC 60696-11-10HB40 V0Flame Retardancy Glow wire IEC 60695-2-11 (Simulates the ignition source associated with overheating busbar or connections)ASTM D2303 or IEC 60587 STEP test method, (with abrasion) 650C300 minutes650C180 minutesHalogen free Yes NoElectrical Product Performance Attributes:Wet Withstand IEEE-4-1995 and IEEE 1656-2010 (Guide), Fixed ElectrodeThis test demonstrates a material’s ability to protect against animal contact up to 35 kV Yes YesWet Power Frequency Flashover & Lightning Impulse Withstand IEEE-4-1995 and IEEE 1656-2010 (Guide)This test demonstrates whether a cover affects the electrical perform of the insulator that it is covering Yes YesIEEE ComplianceIEEE-1656 (Guide for testing wildlife protection devices on overhead equipment up to 38 kV) IEEE-1264-2022 (Guide for Animal Mitigation for Electric Power Supply Substations)Yes Yes*Our final 5,000hr test data for new V0+ materials will be published in June 2023, at the time of writing 1200hr testing was completeNOTE: TE Raychem V0+ has been rated for V0 (UL94) applications ENERGY / RAYCHEM BUSHING CONNECTION ANIMAL COVER INSPECTION COVER (BCAC-IC)RAYCHEM BUSHING CONNECTION ANIMAL COVER INSPECTION COVER (BCAC-IC)

Learn more: TE.com/energyTE.com/energy-contactConnect with us:© 2023 TE Connectivity. All Rights Reserved. EPP-2675-DDS-2/23TE, TE Connectivity, TE connectivity (logo), EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS, Raychem are trademarks owned or licensed by TE Connectivity. Other logos, product and company names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective owners. While TE has made every reasonable eort to ensure the accuracy of the information in this brochure, TE does not guarantee that it is error-free, nor does TE make any other representation, warranty or guarantee that the information is accurate, correct, reliable or current. TE reserves the right to make any adjustments to the information contained herein at any time without notice. TE Connectivity’s obligations shall only be as set forth in TE Connectivity’s Standard Terms and Conditions of Sale for this product and in no case will TE Connectivity be liable for any incidental, indirect or consequential damages arising out of the sale, resale, use or misuse of the product. TE expressly disclaims all implied warranties regarding the information contained herein, including, but not limited to, any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. The dimensions, specifications, and/or information contained herein are for reference purposes only and are subject to change without notice. Consult TE for the latest dimensions, specifications, and/or information. Users of TE Connectivity products should make their own evaluation to determine the suitability of each such product for the specific application.PRODUCT PERFORMANCETESTINGAC Withstand25 kV phase to groundPHYSICALKey Material Property Specification ResultsTensile Strength ATSM D638 17 MPa (2450 psi) min.Ultimate Elongation ASTM D638 25% min.ELECTRICALKey Material Property Specification ResultsDielectric Strength ATSM D257 150 kV/cm min. (2.5 mm)Tracking and ErosionResistanceATSM D2303Step Voltage Method(initiate at 2.5 kV)No tracking erosion to top surface or flame failure after: 1hr at 2.5 kV1hr at 2.75 kV1hr at 3.00 kV1hr at 3.25 kV1hr at 3.5 kVTECHNICAL REPORTEDR-5514 BCAC-IC Electrical EvaluationUVR 8209 Material Test ReportINSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSEPP-322-10/18Installation Instructions for BCAC-IC (all sizes)PII-56104RAYCHEM BUSHING CONNECTION ANIMAL COVER INSPECTION COVER (BCAC-IC)TE’s wildlife and asset protection products and systems of tubes, tapes, sheets, pre-formed covers and barriers provide a proven, cost-eective and easy-to-install solution to bird, animal and weather related outages.ENERGY / RAYCHEM BUSHING CONNECTION ANIMAL COVER INSPECTION COVER (BCAC-IC)NOTE: TE Raychem V0+ has been rated for V0 (UL94) applications PRODUCT SELECTION INFORMATION - DIMENSONS IN INCHES (MM) TE Raychem Standard TE Raychem V0+ Height mm (inches) Fits Recloser TypeMaximum Skirtmm (inches)Colour QtyBCAC-IC-5D/6 (B6) BCAC+IC-5D/6 (B6) 1.5 - 3.5 (38 - 89) 2.5 - 5.0 (63 - 127) 6 (152) Red 6BCAC-G-IC-5D/6 (B6) BCAC+G-IC-5D/6 (B6) 1.5 - 3.5 (38 - 89) 2.5 - 5.0 (63 - 127) 6 (152) Grey 6BCAC-IC-7D/12 (B6) BCAC+IC-7D/12 (B6) 3.0 - 4.87 (76 - 124) 3.75 - 7.00 (96 - 178) 12 (305) Red 6BCAC-G-IC-7D/12 (B6) BCAC+G-IC-7D/12 (B6) 3.0 - 4.87 (76 - 124) 3.75 - 7.00 (96 - 178) 12 (305) Grey 6BCAC-IC-8D/18 (B6) BCAC+IC-8D/18 (B6) 3.5 - 6.25 (90 - 160) 4.00 - 8.00 (100 - 200) 18 (455) Red 6BCAC-G-IC-8D/18 (B6) BCAC+G-IC-8D/18 (B6) 3.5 - 6.25 (90 - 160) 4.00 - 8.00 (100 - 200) 18 (455) Grey 6BCAC-IC-10.5D/20 (B6) BCAC+IC-10.5D/20 (B6) 3.5 - 8.5 (90 - 215) 6 - 10.5 (150 - 267) 20 (508) Red 6BCAC-G-IC-10.5D/20 (B6) BCAC+G-IC-10.5D/20 (B6) 3.5 - 8.5 (90 - 215) 6 - 10.5 (150 - 267) 20 (508) Grey 6BCAC-IC closed cage BCAC-IC open cage