Lineman Overhead Material List Practice Test

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• The Strand Vise is best described as:
• Which item protects the conductor from line vibrations that over time would cause deterioration?
• What is the primary use of the Transformer Grounding Lug?
• What is the purpose of a Spring Washer in pole hardware?
• Which device acts as a damping mechanism to reduce line vibrations at insulator connections?
• Which item is intended as a grounding contact device and can substitute for a ground rod?
• The small attachment for Secondary Services to attach on either on the house side of the service or the pole side is what?
• What is a key characteristic and typical use of 3/4 and 5/8 double-arm bolts (DA bolts)?
• Which insulator is a pole top or crossarm insulator rated for 14.4 KV?
• Which component is used as an insulating link for the guy wire?
• Which copper-only crimp is used for copper conductors?
• Where are Curve Washers used and what is their purpose?
• Which statement about the 14.4 KV Non-Load Break Cutout is true?
• What determines the length of double-arm bolts?
• Which item is used for temporary jumping and rebuilds?
• Which cutout is NOT to be used for breaking load and is rated for continuous 14.4 KV?
• Which item is the basic top tie option?
• The '1/0' designation on certain ties refers to what aspect?
• What is the Adapter Insulator Pin used for?
• Which statement correctly describes the use of 1/2 inch carriage bolts regarding braces?
• The K 14 attachment is used for what purpose?
• Which locknut sizes are specified for use with bolts in the system?
• What is the Cutout Bracket used for?
• Which statement best describes when a 7.2 kV Extended Epoxilator is used?
• Which device is the precursor to epoxilators?
• What is the 1/2 inch machine bolt mainly used for?
• Which item is a standard spool-type tie used to secure conductors?
• The Hot Line Basket is described as which of the following?
• Which item is the heavy-duty insulator that attaches to the heavy-duty insulator pin and can be either 7.2 Kv or 14.4 Kv?
• Which statement describes double-arm bolts (DA bolts)?
• Which cutout is rated for continuous 14.4 KV operation and not to be used for breaking load?
• Which component is used to install several services to the same Transformer and is also known as a 6 Position Transformer Connector?
• Small, Medium, and Large Wedge are used for attaching a secondary service to which sides or sizes?
• Which tie is a quick-spooling variant designed for rapid installation?
• Which device is rated for continuous line voltage of 14.4 KV and used to protect equipment from overvoltage?
• Which component is an automatic dead end for the guy wire and the anchor, available in 3/8" or 7/16"?
• What is the purpose of a Ground Rod Clamp?
• The 28 inch Crossarm Brace is described as normal duty with what characteristic?
• Glass Bells are described as what in relation to epoxilators?
• Which mechanical connector is used for various connections and is not a bolt-type connector?
• How many Pole Top Insulator Pins are used on double-support structures?
• What is the Grid Gain used for in overhead line hardware?
• Which tie, among the options, is a soft aluminum tie?
• The 5/8 inch machine bolt is primarily used in which setting?
• For distribution systems, what is the typical range of a 5/8 inch eyebolt?
• Which component is used to dead end secondary service on House Knob or K-14 and uses a #2 Secondary Preform?
• Which cutout contains a fuse and has ears to snuff the arc when breaking load, rated for 7.2 KV or 14.4 KV?
• Which component extends the length of a guy wire by splicing in 3/8" or 7/16" sizes?
• Which item is used only on copper wire and has sizes such as C2, C4-C6?
• Which component extends space between the phase conductor and the pole?
• The 1/0 Secondary ACSR Sleeve is best described as:
• Which component is usually used in an open wire secondary situation where three conductors are used as a Secondary Service instead of pre wound triplex wire?
• Which item is a suspension insulator rated for 7.2 KV?
• Which statement describes a typical use of an Anchor Shackle?
• Which item is ordinarily used to attach a guy to a pole in normal-duty service?
• What is a primary use of a Rigid Clevis?
• The Heavy Construction Guy Attachment is used for what kind of application?
• The 14.4 KV Solid Blade is also known as a 'Slug'.
• Which description correctly describes the use of 1/2 inch carriage bolts?
• The copper butt plate is used sometimes instead of a ground rod to ensure good contact with the pole to the earth.
• What is a typical use of a J Hook Lag?
• Which pin is used in place of a normal duty crossarm pin for heavy-duty construction and wraps around the crossarm?
• Which pin is designed to be screwed onto any threaded bolt to allow attaching an insulator anywhere and to provide a permanent jumper for transformers?
• Which item is used to dead end the secondary service on House Knob or K-14 and wraps around the neutral conductor?
• The Guy Splice functions as what?
• Which item is a spool-type tie variant used for rapid installation and includes 'Quick' in its name?
• In which scenario is a Swinging Clevis typically used?
• Which item is used for heavy-duty applications that can hoop a guy with a preform around the horns or attach a guy with a fish?
• H Tap Crimp is described as a bi-metal crimp used on many different types of connections. What is its correct label?
• Which item is a top tie option designated with 1/0 as part of its name?
• Which question correctly identifies the One Bolt as a mechanical connector for various connections?
• Which item attaches to the top of a pole and holds the phase conductor?
• Which hardware is described as being used for attaching guys back on themselves or to cattle rubbing posts?
• Which device is rated for continuous line voltage of 7.2 KV and protects equipment from overvoltage?
• Insulink Splice is a secondary wire splice that avoids bare energized conductors. What is its key feature?
• What is the Lag principally used for in overhead construction?
• The Link Stick Roller (Fiberglass Fish) serves what function?
• Which device is used for splicing 1/0 ACSR?
• Which component is described as a bi-metal crimp used on various connections and is not the Burndy Crimp?
• What is the purpose of an Offset Neutral Bracket (Chicken Wing)?
• What is the Copper Weld Auto Splice used for?
• Which dead-end shoe is used for dead ending various sizes of ACSR wire at a pole?
• Which component has only one connector attaching to the conductor?
• Which item is specifically described as Copper Weld Dead End Shoe?
• Which component is designated by '1/0' in its name and is used for protection against vibration?
• Which item is a bail with only one connector attaching to the conductor?
• What device screws into the house to attach the Secondary Service to the house?
• What is the purpose of 3/8 inch and 7/16 inch Guy Preforms?
• What is the primary use of an Anchor Shackle in overhead line hardware?
• What is seen hanging when a cutout is open or blown?
• Which statement about the 14.4 KV Solid Blade is true?
• What is another name for the 14.4 KV Solid Blade?
• The 1/0 Double Support Ties are used for what purpose?
• What happens when a fuse in a cutout experiences overcurrent?
• Which option correctly describes the 7.2 KV Epoxilator?
• Which cutout is the newer polymer version?
• The Johnny Ball (14.4 KV or 7.2 KV) is installed where and for what purpose?
• Which device must be crimped with the appropriate tool and dies when connecting 1/0 ACSR?
• Which device is used for dead-ending 1/0 ACSR?
• Which tie is a soft aluminum tie used in overhead lines?
• The more robust version of a top tie is called what?
• Which part opens the circuit when the fuse blows in a cutout?
• What does the 7.2 KV Cutout Door contain?
• What is the purpose of the 14.4 KV Epoxilator?
• What is the Screw In Insulator Pin used for?
• What is the primary purpose of the Crimp Cover?
• Which eyebolt size is typically used to attach epoxilator and dead-end shoes in heavy construction?
• Which item is used for mounting cutouts or arrestors on crossarms?
• What feature does a Single Upset Bolt include to support the neutral conductor?
• Which component is used as a mechanical connection between two points that can be easily applied and removed from a safe distance with a shotgun by a Lineman?
• Which device is used for dead-ending various sizes of ACSR wire at a pole?
• What is the general term for an insulator that rests on the phase conductors and is tied in permanently?
• What does the Bracket Transformer Secondary Lead accomplish?
• Which item has two connectors attaching it to the conductor?
• Which pin completely wraps around the crossarm and is used in heavy-duty construction?
• Where is the 1/0 Transformer Lead used?
• For 5/8" curved washers, what is the typical diameter?
• What is the purpose of the Thimble Eye description for the Thimble Eye Bolt, including sizes?
• The 3 Bolt is used for what kind of tasks?
• What two functions does Grid Gain provide when installed between the pole and crossarm?
• Which washer size is used for normal duty pole framing?
• What is the function of insulator pins installed at the end of crossarms?
• Which mechanical connector for various connections is represented by the Burndy Crimp label?
• What insulator is described as a pole top or crossarm insulator rated for 14.4 KV?
• Which sizes does the Thimble Eye come in?
• Which cutout is the older version of the cutout still in existence today?
• Which device is used for splicing 1/0 ACSR?
• Which item is specifically described as used for dead ending copper weld wire (dead ending) at a pole?
• Which device is used to minimize vibrations on the line where the conductor is tied onto an insulator?
• What is the primary use of the 3/4 inch machine bolt in overhead construction?
• What is the function of the 3/4" and 5/8" Eye Nut in overhead hardware?
• Which device is used to terminate the end of a 1/0 ACSR to prevent fraying?
• What is the purpose of a Square Washer in pole framing?
• Which item is described as Small, Medium, and Large Wedge?
• What does the 60 inch Crossarm Brace indicate?