TE Connectivity's (TE) Raychem BCAC-AR surge arrester covers protect birds and animals from causing unwanted outages on polymer overhead distribution style arresters. The BCAC-AR cover is a unique design that improves the level of protection by covering the first skirt of the arrester. The wing attachments provide increased dielectric performance under wet and dry conditions. Three different cover sizes are available and are designed to fit TE, Cooper and Hubble type arresters. The BCAC-AR arrester cover is quick and easy to install in the field. No disconnecting of the arrester is required. The cap is attached to the stud on top of the arrester as well as the conductor which insures retention even in high winds. The cap is versatile and is designed to install on either one or both sides of the connection. The saloon door design of the wings allows easy installation onto the conductors while providing superior holding force.