The Electrical Flying Lead (EFL) connects communication on power circuits between various pieces of subsea distribution equipment. The EFL has different configurations, such as 4-way (with 4 wires), 8-way, or 12-way. The connectors at the end of the flying lead can have any plug/receptacle combination. EFLs contain ROV type connectors at each end to allow for subsea installation and retrieval. FMC offers EFLs featuring:
- Minimum bend radius 5in [127 mm]
- Maximum ODI snag load tension 600 lbs (2668N)
- Maximum Omnitec tension 2500 lbs (11,120N) snag load
- Maximum Internal Uncompensated Pressure rating 150 PSI
- Tin-Coated copper conductor size 16 AWG
- Maximum water depth 10,000 ft [3048m]
- NAUTILUS 4-Way, 30 Amp. / circuit connector
- Operating temperature –30 to 118 ˚F [-34 to 48 ˚ C]
- Withstand 3000 volts for 5 minutes, 60 Hz, rms Insulation resistance 2000 Megaohms/1000 ft Voltage rating 1000 volts