Insulator Collection

Electricity pylon at Hoover Dam, USA

Hot water cylinder with jacket
Domestic hot water cylinder covered with an insulating jacket

Electrical insulators and cables at power station
Power station electricity distribution complex. View of several electrical insulators at an electricity distribution facility at a power station

CEGB linesmen doing maintenance work, Kent
CEGB (Central Electricity Generating Board) linesmen doing routine maintenance work on the Supergrid transmission line between Northfleet and Canterbury, 24 July 1961

Electrical insulator factory
Factory producing ceramic insulators used in National Grid power transmission. Date: circa 1950s

Lightning Laboratory Storm Million Volt Flash
Lightning in a laboratory storm. A million volt flash passing from a large copper ball suspended from an insulator to an earth consisting of a metal plate twelve feet below

Storage decking on top of fiberglass roof insulating material in attic

Illustration of cross section of house showing insulation on floors and windows

Digital Illustration of foam insulation surrounding bent pipe

Digital illustration of insulation on joined pipes

Cross section digital illustration showing key areas to insulate around house

Man drilling screws in plasterboard and batten to hide insulation, close-up

Man installing roof insulation in rafter, close-up

Insulation material being wrapped around pipes in the loft of a house

Cross section illustration of flow of electricity through conductor and insulator of inside cable

Power pole

Insulators at the new coal electric power station under construction near Dartford, Kent. 1938

Digital composite illustration of man packing snow on top of blocks forming trench roof to add insulation

Digital illustration of textile layering system to protect against rain and dampness, and insulate warmth

Digital illustration of wicking insulating leggings

Using bubble wrap to insulate glass in greenhouse

Teflon research, 1940s C018 / 0646
Teflon research. Laboratory technician testing a piece of Teflon (polytetrafluoroethylene, PTFE), a DuPont industrial plastic

Electricity substation C018 / 0054
Ocker Hill 275kV electricity substation, Tipton, West Midlands, UK

Imitation honeycomb filling C014 / 0293
Imitation honeycomb filling. Close-up of a acrylic tubes assembled to mimic the honeycomb structure of bee hives. The honeycomb structure offers great strength to weight ratio

Imitation honeycomb filling C014 / 0291
Imitation honeycomb filling. Close-up of a section through acrylic tubes assembled to mimic the honeycomb structure of bee hives. The honeycomb structure offers great strength to weight ratio

Imitation honeycomb filling C014 / 0292
Imitation honeycomb filling. Close-up of a acrylic tubes assembled to mimic the honeycomb structure of bee hives. The honeycomb structure offers great strength to weight ratio

Imitation honeycomb filling C014 / 0290
Imitation honeycomb filling. Top down view of acrylic tubes assembled to mimic the honeycomb structure of bee hives. The honeycomb structure offers great strength to weight ratio

TELEGRAPH INSULATORS. Insulators on a telegraph pole. Line engraving, 19th century

Aerogel on the hand of a researcher. Aerogel is a silicon-based solid comprising up to 99.9% air, commonly referred to as frozen smoke

Insulators on an electricity pylon. These prevent electricity passing through to the metal frame of the pylon

SEAGEL on bubbles

Technician servicing a power line insulator
MODEL RELEASED. Electricity pylon maintenance. View of a technician working on the maintenance of a power line. The cable carrying the electricity (not seen)

Down feather. This type of feather makes up a birds under-plumage, providing insulation to maintain its body temperature

SEM of hollow viscose fibres
Thermal insulator. Scanning electron micrograph of hollow viscose fibres used as a thermal insulator. These fibres are used in clothing and sleeping bags. Magnification x760 at 10x8 inch size

SEM of dacron polyester filling (Hollofil)

SEM of hollow viscose fibre
Thermal insulator. Scanning electron micrograph of a hollow viscose fibre used as a thermal insulator. Fibres such as this are used in clothing and sleeping bags

Insulators at electricity substation
Spare electrical insulators at master electricity substation, Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab), Batavia, near Chicago, Illinois, USA

Fermilab electricity substation
Master electricity substation at the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab), Batavia, near Chicago, Illinois, USA. Note pylons at lower right designed to represent the Greek letter pi

Electricity substation above Hoover Dam, showing high voltage transformers with insulators on top

High voltage electrical equipment
Electricity transmission. Pieces of high-voltage electrical transmission equipment in a factory. Photographed at Yekaterinburg, Russia

Locomotive building, Russia
Locomotive-Building Plant in Novocherkassk

Flame-resistant cable, with the layers successively cut away to show its structure. Sheathed in fireproof materials, this cable can resist the high temperatures generated during a fire

Nerve anatomy. Artwork showing the anatomy and structure of a nerve cell (neuron, upper left) and the nerve process (axon) connecting it to other nerve cells

Neural network. Artwork of nerve cells (neurons, green) connected by nerve processes (dendrites and axons) to form a neural network

Electricity pylon in Gazipasa, Turkey
Electricity pylon in agricultural region near Gazipasa, Turkey

Cast concrete electricity pylon in Gazipasa, Turkey

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"Unveiling the Power of Insulators: Safeguarding Energy and Safety" Witness the towering electricity pylon at Hoover Dam, standing tall as a testament to the power of insulators in transmitting electricity safely across vast distances. A hot water cylinder with its protective jacket serves as a shield against heat loss, thanks to insulating materials that keep your showers warm and energy bills low. CEGB linesmen diligently carry out maintenance work in Kent, ensuring that every electrical connection remains secure and insulated for uninterrupted power supply. Step into an electrical insulator factory where innovation sparks life-saving solutions, producing reliable insulation materials that protect both people and infrastructure. Lightning Laboratory Storm Million Volt Flash - a captivating sight revealing how insulators divert immense electrical energy away from vulnerable areas during thunderstorms, safeguarding lives and property. Discover storage decking on top of fiberglass roof insulation material in attics – an ingenious way to maximize space while maintaining optimal temperature control within homes. An illustration showcasing cross-sections of houses highlights the importance of insulation on floors and windows; keeping interiors cozy while reducing energy consumption throughout the year. Digital Illustration showcases foam insulation surrounding bent pipes – a crucial step in preventing heat loss or gain along complex plumbing systems, improving efficiency all around. Witness another digital illustration demonstrating perfectly insulated joined pipes; minimizing thermal leakage and maximizing performance for smooth operation across various industries. Explore a comprehensive cross-section digital illustration emphasizing key areas around houses that require proper insulation – from walls to roofs – promoting sustainable living through reduced energy waste. Observe closely as a man drills screws into plasterboard hiding layers of insulation beneath.