Types of Overhead Power Line Insulators based on Material

(1). Porcelain Insulator:

Advantages of Porcelain Insulators:

(2). Glass Insulator:

Advantages of Glass Insulators:

(3). Polymer Insulator:

Advantages of Polymer Insulators:

Types of Overhead Line Insulators based on Construction

(1). Pin Type Insulator:

Characteristics of Pin Insulator:

(2). Post Insulator

(3). Stay Insulator

(4). Suspension Insulator:

Characteristics of Suspension Insulator:

(5). Strain Insulator:

Characteristics of Strain Insulator:

(6). Shackle Insulator:

Characteristics of Shackle Insulator: