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33 kV Current Transformer Specifications

The document specifies the design, manufacture, testing, and supply of 33 kV Current Transformers for Grid Stations in BSEB, adhering to IEC and IS standards. It details the technical parameters, including ratings, insulation, and construction requirements, ensuring high accuracy and reliability. Additionally, it outlines testing procedures, documentation requirements, and guarantees for the equipment provided.

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33 kV Current Transformer Specifications

The document specifies the design, manufacture, testing, and supply of 33 kV Current Transformers for Grid Stations in BSEB, adhering to IEC and IS standards. It details the technical parameters, including ratings, insulation, and construction requirements, ensuring high accuracy and reliability. Additionally, it outlines testing procedures, documentation requirements, and guarantees for the equipment provided.

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Current Transformer 33 kV (800-400-200/1-1-1A

5. CURRENT TRANSFORMER - 33 kV, 800-400-200 /1-1-1 A

3.1 Scope
The specification covers the design, manufacture, testing at
manufacturer‟s works and supply of 33 KV Current Transformers
complete with all accessories and spares required for their
satisfactory operation for various Grid Stations in BSEB , as
detailed in the schedule of requirements enclosed.

3.2 Standards

The Current Transformers shall conform in all respects to IEC-


186 & IS: 2705 part-I,II,III & IV (amended up to date) except
where specified otherwise. The equipment meeting any other
authoritative standard which ensures equal or better quality than
the standard mentioned above shall also be acceptable. Where
the equipment offered conforms to any other standard the
salient features of difference between the standards adopted
and specified shall be clearly brought out in the tender.

3.3. Ratings

33 KV Current Transformers
1 Normal System Voltage (KV) 33
2 Highest System Voltage (KV) 36
3 Earthing Effective
1 min. Power Frequency with stand Voltage
70
4 (KV)
5 Impulse with stand Voltage (KVp) 170
6 Short time Current Rating (KA/1 sec) 25
Detail of Secondary Cores Metering/ Protn./ Diff
7 Protection
Current ratio 800-400-200/1-1-1 (3
core)
Accuracy class 0.5/ 5P10
Burden (VA) 20VA/20 VA/20VA

3.4 General

3.4.1 The Current Transformers shall be of single phase oil

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immersed self cooled type suitable for the services indicated,


conforming to the modern practice of design and manufacture.

3.4.2 The core shall be of high grade non-ageing laminated steel


of low hysteresis losses and of high permeability to ensure
high accuracy at both normal and over current.

3.4.3 The transformer shall be sealed to climate breathing and


shall prevent air and moisture from entering the tank. These
shall be provided with oil level gauge and shall be equipped
with pressure releasing device capable of releasing abnormal
pressure without damage to metal or porcelain housing.

3.5 Windings

3.5.1 The current transformer core to be used for metering


instrumentation shall be of accuracy class 0.5 suitable for
commercial and industrial metering as per the standard
adopted. The saturation factor for this core shall be low
enough not to cause any damage to the measuring
instrument in event of maximum short current.

3.5.2 The current transformer core to be used for O/C and E/F
protection shall be of 5P class. The core shall be designed
for minimum saturation factor of 10 for the highest setting.
The magnetizing curves for the core shall be furnished with
the tender.

3.5.3 The current transformer core to be used for distance,


differential and bus bar protection shall be of Ps class.

3.5.4. The rating of the secondary windings shall be 1 ampere. The


secondary terminal shall be brought out in a compartment for
easy access. The secondary terminals shall be provided with
shorting arrangements. The secondary taps shall be
adequately reinforced to withstand the normal handling
without damage.

3.5.5 The current transformers shall be capable of carrying their


rated primary and secondary current continuously without the

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temperature rise exceeding the limits laid down in the


approved standards to which they are designed and corrected
to difference in ambient temperature at sites and that given in
the standard.

3.6 Temperature Rise

3.6.1 The current transformer shall be designed to limit the


temperature of winding and other parts as specified in Indian
Standards when corrected for the difference between the
temperatures prevailing at sites and the temperature specified
by the standards. The temperature rise of a CT when carrying
primary current equal to rated continuous thermal current and
the rated burden shall not exceed the limits specified above.

3.7 Bushings

3.7.1 Oil filled/condenser type, porcelain bushing shall be used on the


current transformers. The porcelain shall be homogenous
thoroughly verified and impervious to moisture. The blazing of
porcelain shall be uniform brown colour free from blisters, burns
and other similar defects. Bushing shall have ample insulation,
mechanical strength and rigidity for the purpose for which they
will be used. There shall be no undue stressing of any part of
bushings due to temperature changes and adequate means shall
be provided to accommodate conductor expansion. The
bushings shall be so designed that when operated at highest
system voltage specified in clause 3.3, there will be no electric
discharge in between the conductors and the bushings. No
corrosion or injury shall be caused to conductor insulation or
supports by the formation of substances produced by chemical
action. The insulation on bushings shall be co-coordinated with
that of the current transformer such that the flash over if any,
will occur only external to the current transformers. The
bushings should not cause radio interference when operated at
rated voltage .In general the bushings shall conform to the
latest issue of IS 2099 or equivalent.

3.7.2 Each of the bushings shall be complete with the following:-


i Bio-metallic expansion type terminal connector
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ii Oil level side guage and convenient means of filling, sampling


and draining of oil.
iii Adjustable arcing horns.

iv Corona shields for 220,132 KV bushing, if


required.
v End shields for even distribution of stresses

3.8 Insulation Oil

3.8.1 The quantity of insulating oil for first filling and complete
specification for insulating oil shall be stated in the tender. The
oil shall conform to the latest requirement of Indian Standard
335

3.9 Type of Mounting

The Current Transformers shall be suitable for mounting on steel


structures. The necessary flanges, nuts, bolts, etc for Current
Transformers shall be supplied and these shall be galvanized.

3.10 Protection against Earthquakes

Each transformer shall be designed to withstand repeated earth


quake acceleration of 0.15 and wind loads of 100 kg/m2 on the
projected area (non simultaneous) without damage and without
impartment of operations.

3.11 Terminal Connectors

Terminal connectors shall be suitable for 0.4 ACSR Conductor.


Suitable terminal connector for earth connection shall also be
supplied size of Terminal connectors however shall be confirmed
at the time of approval of drawing.

3.12 Tests

3.12.1 Each Current Transformer shall be subjected to all


tests as specified in
IS 2705, in presence of the purchaser‟s representative.

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3.12.2 Report of the following type tests as stipulated in


IS 2705 shall be supplied
a) Short time current test
b) Temperature rise test
c) Impulse voltage test
d) Instrument security current test (for measuring CTs)
e) Composite error test (direct test) for protective CTs. All
the test report shall be submitted and got approved by the
purchaser before dispatch of the equipment.

3.13 Drawings and Instructions manual

3.13.1 The tenderer shall submit with the tender the following
drawings to enable the purchaser to assess the suitability of the
equipment.

a) General layout and assembly drawings of the


equipment
b) Arrangement of terminal equipment
c) Schematic drawings of electric power to control
circuit
d) Graph showing the performance of the equipment
e) Drawings necessary to demonstrate compliance with any
critical, dimensional requirements such as for
transportation, fitting with in the restricted space,
clearance required etc.

3.13.2 These drawings shall show sufficiently over all dimensions


clearance and space requirements of all apparatus to be
furnished to enable the purchaser to determine the design and
layout of the installation.

3.13.3 Soon after the award of the contract the manufacturer shall
submit the drawing duly describing the equipment in detail for
approval.

The following drawings are to be supplied as part f the contract:-

a) Outline dimension drawings


b) Assembly drawings
c) Cross sectional view of the instrument transformer
d) Foundation diagram
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e) Wiring diagram with polarity marks


f) Magnetization curves

3.13.4 Seven copies of the instructions manual covering instructions for


installation and maintenance check test shall be supplied by the
contractor as a part of the contract.

3.14 Spare Parts

The tenderer shall quote separately for spares recommended


by them for five years operation of equipment covered by
this specification. The purchaser will decide the actual quantity
of spare parts to be ordered on the basis of the list and the
item wise prices for spares called for in the price schedule.

3.15 Completeness of Equipment

Any fitting accessories or apparatus which may not have been


specifically mentioned in this specification but are usual or
necessary in the equipment for satisfactory functioning shall be
deemed to be included in the contract and shall be supplied
without any extra cost. All plant and equipment shall be
complete in all details whether such details are mentioned in the
specification or not.

3.16 Galvanization

All the ferrous parts including nuts bolts etc shall be hot dip
galvanized as per IS 2629-1966 (As amended up to date).

3.17 Testing & Commissioning

If the purchaser desires, the tenderer shall depute engineer to


site for supervision of erection, testing and commissioning. The
charges on account of this shall be quoted along with the
tender.

3.18 Guarantee

The equipment along with all accessories shall be guaranteed for


a period of 18 months from the date of supply or 12 months
from the date of commissioning which ever is earlier. If any
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defect develops or is noted during this period in any part of the


equipment and accessories, the supplier shall replace or repair
the same to the satisfaction of the purchaser expeditiously free
of cost to the purchaser.

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6. CURRENT TRANSFORMER – 12 kV, 600-300-150/5-5A

1. SCOPE

The scope of this specification covers design, manufacturing, testing,


supply, transportation, insurance (transit & storage), erection site testing
& commissioning of 12kV Current Transformer suitable for outdoor
service. Any parts not specifically mentioned in this specification but
otherwise required for proper functioning of the equipment should be
included by the bidder in the offer.

2. APPLICABLE STANDARDS

S
IS IEC Item
N
1 IS 2705(I-IV) IEC 185, IEC Current transformers
44(4)
2 IS 2165 Insulation coordination: Part 1 Phase
to earth insulation coordination
3 IS 2099 Bushings for alternating voltages
above 1 000 Volts
4 IS 3347 Dimensions for Porcelain Transformer
5 IS 2071 IEC 270, IEC Methods of High Voltage Testing
60
6 IS 335 New insulating oils
7 IS 13947(Part I) Glossary of terms relating to metal
containers
8 Indian electricity Indian electricity Rules 1956/ CEA
Rules 1956/ CEA regulations, 2010
regulations, 2010
9 IEC 815 Guide for the selection of insulators in
respect of polluted condition

3. AMBIENT CONDITIONS

The CT supplied against this specification shall be suitable for satisfactory


continuous operation under the tropical conditions mentioned in General
Technical Requirement.

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4. TECHNICAL PARAMETERS OF CT

a) Type Single phase, live/dead tank,


outdoor, oil filled & hermetically
sealed
b) Type of mounting Pedestal type
c) Rated primary current As specified in BPS
d) Rated Continuous capacity 120 % of rated Primary current
e) Rated short time withstand As per IS 2705 Pt. I
Requirement for secondary Winding
f) Rated short time withstand 25
Current for 3 sec (KA rms)
g) Rated dynamic withstand Current 62.5
(KA rms)
h) Max temp rise As per IEC-185/ IS 2705
i) Minimum creepage distance of 25 mm /KV
porcelain housing (mm) of highest
system voltage
j) One minute power frequency 3 kV
Withstand voltage between
Secondary terminal & earth
i) Detail of Secondary Cores Metering/ Protn.
Current ratio 600-300-150/ 5-5 A
Accuracy class 0.5/ 5P10
Burden (VA) 30 / 30
Instrument security Factor 5≥/ 5≥
Note: The ratings indicated for instrument transformer are tentative only
and the contractor should verify this and supply equipment to meet the
requirements.

5. PORCELAIN HOUSING

It shall be single piece of homogeneous, vitreous porcelain of high


mechanical & dielectric strength. It will be glazed with uniform Brown or
Dark brown colour with smooth surface finish. The clear height of
porcelain housing shall be at least 430 mm.

The contractor shall clearly detail in his bid the details of attaching the
metallic flange to porcelain, pressure release valve and also how primary
& secondary terminals shall be brought out.

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6. CORE

Core shall be made of high grade non aging, cold rolled grain oriented steel of
low hysterisis loss and permeability to ensure specified accuracy at normal and
over voltage. The flux density shall be limited so that there is no saturation
during service. The internal security factor should be low enough not to
damage the instrument in the event of short circuit or over voltage

7. WINDING

PRIMARY WINDING:

It shall be made of double paper insulated high conductivity rigid copper


wire. The primary winding current density shall not exceed the limit of 1.6
Amp per sq. mm for normal rating. The insulation shall be free from
composition likely to flow, ooze or collapse in oil.

The design current density for short circuit current as well as conductivity
of metal used for primary winding shall be as per IS 2705. The calculation
for the selection of winding cross section shall be furnished by contractor.

The primary terminal shall be of standard size of 30 mm dia x 80 mm


length of heavily tinned (min. thickness 15 micron) electrolytic copper of
99.99 % conductivity.

SECONDARY WINDING:

It shall be made of insulated copper wire of electrolytic grade. Type of


insulation used shall be described in the offer. For multi ration design, the
multi ratio will be achieved by reconnection of the primary winding or
secondary winding. The excitation current of the CT shall be as low as
possible. The contractor shall furnish the magnetization curves for all the
cores.

The terminal box shall be dust free & vermin proof. The size of the
terminal box shall be big enough to enable easy access and working
space with the use of normal tools.

The secondary terminals studs shall be provided with at least 3 nuts and
two plain washers, these shall be made of brass. Duly nickeld. The min.
stud outer dia shall be 6 mm & length 15 mm. The min spacing
between the centers of the adjacent studs shall be 1.5 time the outer dia
of the stud.

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8. POLARITY

The polarity shall be marked on each CT at the secondary terminals in


the terminal box.

9. TANK & HARDWARES

The CT will be dead/live tank type. The tank shall be fabricated of MS


steel sheet of min. 3.15 mm for sides & 5 mm for top & bottom. The
tank will be finished with min. 2 coats of zinc rich epoxy paint externally.
The inner surface shall be painted with oil resistance white enamel paint.

All ferrous hardwares, exposed to atmosphere shall be hot dipped


galvanized.

10. INSULATION OIL

The first filling of oil in CT shall be in contractor‟s scope. The oil shall be
as per IS [Link] ensure the prevention of oil, the contractor will give
the details supported by drawings:

1. Location of emergence of Primary & Secondary terminals

2. Interface between porcelain & metal tanks

3. Cover of the secondary terminal box

Any nut & bolt and screw used for fixation of the interfacing porcelain
bushing for taking out the terminals shall be provided on flanges clamped
to the bushings & not on the porcelain directly.

If gasket joints are used, Nitrite Butyl Rubber gasket shall be used.
The grooves shall be machined with adequate space for
gasket under pressure.

The CT shall be vacuum filled with oil after processing. It will be properly
sealed to eliminate breathing & to prevent air & moisture from
entering the tank. The sealing methods/arrangement shall be described
by the contractor & be approved by the owner.

11. OIL LEVEL INDICATOR

The CT shall be fitted with prismatic type oil sight window at suitable
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location so that the oil level is clearly visible with naked eye to an
observer standing at ground level.

To compensate oil volume variation due to temperature variation,


Nitrogen cushion or the stainless steel bellows shall be used. Rubber
diaphragms are not permitted for this purpose.

12. EARTHING

Two earthing terminals shall be provided on the metallic tank of size 16


mm dia & 30 mm length each with one plain washer & one nut for
connection to the station earth mat

13. LIFTING & MOUNTING ARRANGEMENT

The CT shall be provided with two lifting eyes to lift the CT. This shall be
so positioned so as to avoid any damage to the CT during lifting for
instillation or transportation purpose. This shall be detailed in General
Arrangement drawing.

The CT shall be of pedestal mounting type suitable for outdoor installation


on steel/cement concrete structures. All the clamps, bolts, nut and
washers etc. required for mounting the lightning arresters on the
structure shall be supplied along with the arresters and shall be
galvanized. The contractor shall supply all the terminal connectors etc.
required for connection to the CT.

14. TESTING

The following test shall be conducted on CT

1. Megger between winding & winding terminals to body

2. Polarity test

a. Ratio identification checking of all ratios on all cores by primary


injection of current

b. Magnetization characteristics & secondary winding resistance

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7. POTENTIAL TRANSFORMER – 33 kV & 11 kV

1.0 SCOPE

The scope of this specification covers design, manufacturing, testing,


supply, transportation, insurance (transit and storage), erection, site
testing
& commissioning of 33 kV/12 KV Potential Transformer suitable for
outdoor service. Any parts not specifically mentioned in this specification
but otherwise required for proper functioning of the equipment should be
included by the tenderer in the offer.

2.0 APPLICABLE STANDARDS

Sl. IS IEC Item


No.
1 IS 3156 IEC 186 Voltage transformers

2 IS 2099 Bushings for alternating


voltages above 1 000 Volts
3 IS 3347 Dimensions for Porcelain
4 IS 335 New insulating oils
5 IS 13947(Part I) Glossary of terms relating to
6 Indian electricity Rules Indian electricity Rules
1956/ CEA regulations, 1956/ CEA regulations,
2010 2010
7 IEC 815 Guide for the selection of
insulators in respect of
polluted condition

3.0 AMBIENT CONDITIONS

The PT supplied against this specification shall be suitable for satisfactory


continuous operation under the tropical conditions mentioned in General
Technical Requirement.

4.0 TECHNICAL PARAMETERS OF PT

a) Rated primary Voltage 36 kV 12 KV


b) Type Single phase potential
transformer

c) Voltage Ratio (kV) 33/0.11

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11/0.11

d) Rated voltage factor - 1.2 – continuous 1.2 –


continuous
e) O ne minute power freq.
Withstand voltage for

Primary Terminals 70 kV (rms) - 28 k V


(rms)

Secondary winding 3 kV (rms) - 3 kV (rms)

f) Min. Creepgae Distance 25 mm/kV of Highest Voltage


g) Detail of secondary Core I - Core I

Application Metering Metering

Accuracy 0.5 0.5

Burden (VA) 200 200

h) Short Time Rating 25 kA for 3 sec - 25 kA for


3 sec

Note: The ratings indicated for instrument transformer are


tentative only and the contractor should verify this and supply
equipment to meet the requirements.

5.0 PORCELAIN HOUSING

It shall be single piece of homogeneous, vitreous porcelain of high


mechanical & dielectric strength. It will be glazed with uniform Brown or
Dark brown colour with smooth surface finish. The clear height of
porcelain housing shall be at least 430 mm for 33kV /11 KV class PT.

The contractor shall clearly detail in his bid the details of attaching the
metallic flange to porcelain, pressure release valve and also how primary
& secondary terminals shall be brought out.

6.0 CORE

Core shall be made of high grade non aging, cold rolled grain oriented
steel of low hysterisis loss and permeability to ensure specified accuracy
at normal and over voltage. The flux density shall be limited so that there

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is no saturation during service. The internal security factor should be low


enough not to damage the instrument in the event of short circuit or over
voltage
7.0 WINDING
Primary Winding:

It shall be made of double paper insulated electrolytic copper wire. The


neutral end of the winding shall be brought outside for earthing. The
insulation shall be free from composition likely to flow, ooze or collapse
in oil.

The primary terminal shall be of standard size of 30 mm dia x 80 mm


length of heavily tinned (min. thickness 15 micron) electrolytic copper of
99.99 % conductivity.

Secondary Winding:

It shall be made of insulated copper wire of electrolytic grade. The


terminal box shall be dust free & vermin proof.

The secondary terminals studs shall be provided with at least 3 nuts and
two plain washers, these shall be made of brass duly nickeld. The min.
stud outer dia shall be 10 mm & length 15 mm. The min spacing between
the centers of the adjacent studs shall be 1.5 times the outer dia of the
stud.

Polarity:

The polarity shall be marked on each PT at the secondary terminals in the


terminal box. There shall be MCB of suitable rating at secondary terminals.

8.0 TANK & HARDWARES

It shall be fabricated of MS steel sheet of min. 3.15 mm thickness for sides

& 5 mm for top & bottom. The tank will be finished with min. 2 coats of
zinc rich epoxy paint externally after cleaning and application of primer.
The inner surface shall be painted with oil resistance white enamel paint.

All ferrous hardwares, exposed to atmosphere shall be hot dipped


galvanized.

9.0 INSULATION OIL

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The first filling of oil in PT shall be in Contractor‟s scope. The oil shall be
as per IS [Link] ensure the prevention of oil, the contractor will give the
details supported by drawings:

1. Location of emergence of Primary & Secondary terminals

2. Interface between porcelain & metal tanks

3. Cover of the secondary terminal box

Any nut & bolt and screw used for fixation of the interfacing porcelain
bushing for taking out the terminals shall be provided on flanges clamped
to the bushings & not on the porcelain directly.

If gasket joints are used, Nitrite Butyl Rubber gasket shall be used. The
grooves shall be machined with adequate space for accommodating
gasket under pressure.
The PT shall be vacuum filled with oil after processing. It will be
hermatically sealed to eliminate breathing and to prevent air & moisture
from entering the tank. The sealing methods/arrangement shall be
described by the contractor & be approved by the owner.

10.0 OIL LEVEL INDICATOR

The PT shall be fitted with prismatic type oil sight window at suitable
location so that the oil level is clearly visible with naked eye to an observer
standing at ground level.

To compensate oil volume variation due to temperature variation,


Nitrogen or any inert gas cushion shall be used. Rubber diaphragms are
not permitted for this purpose.

11.0 EARTHING

Two earthing terminals shall be provided on the metallic tank of size 16


mm dia & 30 mm length each with one plain washer & one nut for
connection to the station earth mat.

12.0 LIFTING & MOUNTING ARRANGEMENT

The PT shall be provided with two lifting eyes to lift the PT. This shall be
so positioned so as to avoid any damage to the PT during lifting for
installation or transportation purpose. This shall be detailed in General
Arrangement drawing.

The PT shall be of pedestal mounting type suitable for outdoor installation

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on steel/cement concrete structures. All the clamps, bolts, nut and


washers etc. required for mounting the lightning arresters on the structure
shall be supplied along with the arresters and shall be galvanized. The
contractor shall supply all the terminal connectors etc. required for
connection to the PT.

13.0 TERMINAL BOX

A dust, vermin and weatherproof terminal box shall be provided at the


lower end of the voltage transformer for terminating the secondary
windings. The box shall have bolted cover plate complete with gasket. The
terminal box shall have terminal blocks, cable gland plate and cable glands
with shrouds suitable for 6x2.5 [Link]. PVC insulated and armoured
control cable as per IEC:277 or IS 1554. The terminal blocks shall have
covering of moulded insulation material complete with brass studs,
washers nuts and lock nuts suitable for termination of 2x2.5 [Link].
wires. The termination shall be made by crimping lugs or bare wire with
insulating sleeves at ends.

The inside of the terminal box shall be accessible through a removable


bolted cover. The secondary taps shall be adequately reinforced to
withstand normal handling without damage. Suitable cable glands,
supporting strip and clamps shall be provided to support and accommodate
control cables

The secondary terminal shall be provided with isolating and earthing


arrangements at the terminal block to be provided in the terminal box.
Temperature rise of the winding over the ambient shall be limited to 55oC
The terminal box enclosure shall have protection as per class IP55 of

IEC:529 or IS 13947.

14.0 TERMINAL CONNECTORS- PRIMARY SIDE

One rigid bolted type bimetallic terminal connector suitable for ACSR
Wolf/Dog made of aluminium or aluminium alloy suitable to receive
conductor from two different directions at 90 degree apart shall be
provided and attached to the terminal stud at the top.

15.0 TESTING

The following routine test shall be conducted on PT

1. Insulation Resistance

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2. Ratio test on all cores

3. Polarity Test

4. any other tests prescribed in IS 3156.

16.0 Marking

Rating plates shall be as per IS 3156

17.0 ACCESSORIES

The fitting and accessories to be provided with each of the voltage


transformers shall include the following.

a. Terminal Box

b. Pressure Relief device

c. Bi-directional and Bimetallic Terminal Connector on HV side d.


Earthing Terminals.
e. Insulating Oil

f. Oil Level gauge readable from ground level


g. Oil filling hole and cap.
h. Name and rating plate

i. Mounting nuts and bolts

j. Any other fitting or accessory deemed essential.

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