摘要 |
<p>In a cable joint at least two cable cores (20) are exposed beyond the ends of outer jackets (60) of at least two electric power cables (30) and conductors of the at least two cores (20) are electrically connected to each other. Sealing material (25) that is substantially impervious to moisture is located around the cores (20) so as to prevent any moisture reaching the electrical connections of the conductors. Blocking material (2) is located within the joint so as to prevent the sealing material (25) from migrating away from the connections into or around the cables. A protective sleeve (40) encloses the cable connections and the sealing and blocking materials. The blocking material (2) substantially surrounds a relatively rigid support member (1) capable of maintaining spacing between the separated cores (20).</p> |