powerTOWN
The powerTOWN Safety Model Demonstrates
Electrical Contact with Overhead and Buried Lines
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PowerTOWN is a high voltage demonstration model which shows a variety of contact hazards with overhead and underground service. The model consists of one or two wooden tables with folding legs and various components which are placed on the table(s). All other components (building, transformers, vehicles, figures, power lines, etc.) are stored in plastic containers
The Four Foot Version consists of a single table and depicts a typical street scene. There are two different Eight Foot versions. Each contains the street scene table (4’ model) plus a second table with a substation and lake scene or a substation and an agricultural field.
Models are easily transportable. Tables measure 2 x 4 feet. One or two plastic tubs hold all other components. Models can be set up in less than 10 minutes.
PowerTOWN models are powered by a transformer which produces a 10,000 volt, 23 miliamp current. This produces dramatic arcs when contacts are made. Crimped connections on internal wiring insure good bonds. Wiring to the poles, padmount transformer and excavation site are easily connected by jacks.
The following electrical contact hazards can be demonstrated with the 4 foot powerTOWN:
• Contacting overhead lines with an antenna,
• Contacting overhead lines with a kite,
• Contacting overhead lines with a metal pipe,
• Contacting overhead lines with tree limbs,
• Contact with a padmount transformer,
• Energizing a vehicle with a fallen overhead line,
• Energizing a metal fence with a fallen overhead line, and
• Contacting a house service drop with a metal ladder (exploding pole transformer).
These additional contact hazards are included with the 8 foot version:
• Contact with a substation transformer, and
• Contacting a sailboat mast with an overhead line.
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