Dielectric strength of solid insulators
Measuring the characteristics of solid insulating materials
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Dielectric strength of solid insulators
Measuring the characteristics of solid insulating materials

Author : Claude MENGUY

Publication date: August 10, 1997, Review date: September 17, 2024 | Lire en français

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2. Dielectric strength of solid insulators

2.1 Definitions and breakdown mechanisms

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2.1.1 Definitions

The dielectric strength of a material is the maximum value of the electric field that can be applied to it without irreversible degradation, known as dielectric breakdown or perforation, making it impossible to apply voltage again. Breakdown is preceded by a significant increase in the current flowing through the material, with destructive thermal consequences: melting, evaporation, decomposition, carbonization, etc.

In practice, dielectric...

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