The maintenance and upkeep of cables are important measures to ensure their normal operation and extend their service life. Here are some basic maintenance and upkeep methods:

1. Regular inspection

Appearance inspection: Regularly inspect the appearance of the cable and observe for wear, cracks, deformation, or aging.

Connection parts: Pay special attention to the connection terminals and connectors to ensure that there is no corrosion, looseness, or overheating.

2. Cleaning

Surface cleaning: Wipe the surface of the cable with a clean cloth to avoid the accumulation of dust and dirt.

Avoid chemicals: Avoid using strong acid or alkaline cleaning agents during cleaning to prevent damage to the cable insulation layer.

3. Avoid mechanical damage

Reasonable wiring: Ensure that cable routing is reasonable and avoid laying in high temperature, high voltage, or easily damaged areas.

Anti impact: Install protective measures such as sheaths or guardrails in areas that are susceptible to impact.

4. Temperature control

Avoid high temperatures: Ensure that cables are kept away from heat sources to prevent insulation material aging due to overheating.

Ventilation and heat dissipation: Sufficient space should be left during cable layout to ensure good heat dissipation.

5. Load management

Avoid overload: Regularly check the load condition of the cable to ensure that it does not exceed its rated current carrying capacity, prevent heating and damage.

Monitoring current: Use current monitoring instruments to regularly monitor the current status.

6. Record and report

Maintenance records: Establish detailed cable maintenance records, including inspection dates, identified issues, and repair status.

Problem report: Report problems promptly and take measures to address them to prevent them from escalating.

7. Regular testing

Insulation test: Regularly conduct insulation resistance tests to check the insulation performance of cables.

Performance testing: If necessary, more detailed electrical performance testing can be conducted.

8. Professional maintenance

Hiring professionals: For complex or serious issues, it is recommended to hire professional technicians to conduct inspections and repairs.