An electric cable of aluminium conductor (k = 240 W/mK) is to be insulated with rubber (k = 0.15 W/mK). The cable is to be located in air (h = 6 W/m2). The critical thickness of insulation will be
Options
A. 25 mm
B. 40 mm
C. 160 mm
D. 800 mm
Correct Answer
25 mm
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