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What is covered conductor?

Submitted by Lawrence Hoi Yip on
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FAQ Answer
Covered conductor (coated wire) is an overhead power line that has durable protective coating to help prevent sparking when objects come in contact with the line or when lines clash with one another. SCE replaces bare wire with covered conductor to help reduce wildfire risk.
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