Extending the service life of insulation systems through the use of chemically active components

The effect of ageing on the performance of insulation systems is studied. A program has been developed that determines the residual life of polymeric insulation taking into account all of the factors affecting the insulation’s state. Experimental data on the effect of the chemically active components of the substance adsorbed in the insulation microflaws and the effect of the epoxy oligomer on polyarylates during production are presented. A way to remove the structural and production flaws facilitating the active ageing process is considered.