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Iron Welding Spheres

Iron Welding Spheres

The Iron welding spheres in this image are showing a degree of alignment. This alingnment indicates that the distribution of these particles is being influenced by the electrical fields on the outside of the bushing. They can rapidly increase the risk of flashover.

Transmitted Circular Polarized Light and Reflected Darkfield Illumination

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