METHOD FOR THE SEVERANCE OF AN ELECTRICAL POWER CABLE, OR OF A STRAND SECTION, DEVICE THEREFOR, AS WELL AS CUTTING DEVICE

摘要

A device is used to sever an electrical power cable for the transmission of high voltage. The cable has an insulation sheath, a screening layer and a conductive layer. The device includes a first frame having a first cutting blade mounted thereon, a second frame, and a measuring device mounted on the second frame. The first cutting blade is moveable relative to the measuring device. The measuring device is capable of measuring an electrical load on the electrical power cable and capable of terminating the severing of the electrical power cable. A method of using the device is also provided.