This document summarizes PLN's experience installing over 6,000 km of advanced composite core conductors for transmission line capacity expansion and reliability improvements in Indonesia. It describes four issues that occurred during early installations from 2010-2012 and the lessons learned that led to reliable performance. With improved training, communication of errors, and involvement of experts, subsequent installations have avoided major issues. Composite core conductors have largely delivered on promises of doubled ampacity while maintaining clearance without tower modifications.
Overview of the high-capacity, low-sag ACCC conductor used to improve the efficiency, capacity, reliability and resiliency of the electric power transmission grid
The document discusses redesigning LT XLPE cables and HT ABC cables used by a distribution utility to improve reliability. For LT XLPE cables, failures were found to be caused by UV radiation cracking the insulation of red, yellow and blue colored cores. A new design was proposed using black pigment for all cores which is UV retardant. For HT ABC cables, failures were due to sparking between the floating copper screen and messenger wire. A redesign using an aluminum screen that reduces induced voltage was proposed. Technical and economic analysis found both redesigns improved reliability and reduced repair costs. The utility has implemented the LT cable design, filed a patent and proposed changes to product standards.
Cable sizing to withstand short-circuit current - ExampleLeonardo ENERGY
This document provides an example calculation of short circuit current for a power cable network. It first outlines the main design criteria for rating cable withstand for short circuit stresses. It then describes four methods for calculating short circuit current - ohmic, infinite bus, per unit and MVA methods. The example focuses on using the MVA method, providing equations and steps for calculating the equivalent short circuit power at different points in the network and converting this to a symmetrical fault current value. Resistances and reactances of cable sections are also included.
Cables have three main sections - a conducting core, insulating material, and protective cover. The core carries current using copper or aluminum wires. Insulation prevents current leakage and is made of rubber, paper, PVC, or other materials. The cover protects the insulation from damage.
Cables are classified by voltage, conductor material, insulation type, and number of cores. Low voltage cables operate at 250/440V while high voltage cables are 650/1100V. Cables have two, three, or more cores to carry current to different phases and the neutral. Three-and-a-half and four core cables have strands of different sizes to reduce costs when the neutral carries less current.
This document discusses the mechanical design of overhead transmission lines. It covers the key components of overhead lines including conductors, supports, insulators, and cross-arms. For conductors, it describes common materials like copper, aluminum, and steel reinforced aluminum. For supports, it outlines wood, concrete, and steel poles. It also lists different types of insulators like pin, suspension, and strain insulators. In overviewing cross-arms, it notes line arms and side arms are used to hold conductors on transmission towers.
1. The document discusses various acceptance criteria, interpretation, and analysis methods for transformer test results, including insulation resistance, impedance, tan delta, turns ratio, dissolved gas analysis (DGA), and frequency domain spectroscopy (FDS) moisture assessment.
2. It provides equations and standards for determining insulation resistance and lists IEEE recommended acceptance criteria for power factor in new vs aged transformers.
3. Guidelines are given for DGA gases levels according to IEEE standards and for physical properties of transformer oil like dielectric dissipation factor and water content.
This document provides information on underground power cables. It discusses the construction of underground cables including conductors, insulation materials like rubber, paper and PVC. It classifies cables based on voltage level and describes common cable types used for different voltages like screened and pressure cables. It also discusses cable insulation materials, laying of cables, types of cable faults and compares underground and overhead power systems.
Overview of the high-capacity, low-sag ACCC conductor used to improve the efficiency, capacity, reliability and resiliency of the electric power transmission grid
The document discusses redesigning LT XLPE cables and HT ABC cables used by a distribution utility to improve reliability. For LT XLPE cables, failures were found to be caused by UV radiation cracking the insulation of red, yellow and blue colored cores. A new design was proposed using black pigment for all cores which is UV retardant. For HT ABC cables, failures were due to sparking between the floating copper screen and messenger wire. A redesign using an aluminum screen that reduces induced voltage was proposed. Technical and economic analysis found both redesigns improved reliability and reduced repair costs. The utility has implemented the LT cable design, filed a patent and proposed changes to product standards.
Cable sizing to withstand short-circuit current - ExampleLeonardo ENERGY
This document provides an example calculation of short circuit current for a power cable network. It first outlines the main design criteria for rating cable withstand for short circuit stresses. It then describes four methods for calculating short circuit current - ohmic, infinite bus, per unit and MVA methods. The example focuses on using the MVA method, providing equations and steps for calculating the equivalent short circuit power at different points in the network and converting this to a symmetrical fault current value. Resistances and reactances of cable sections are also included.
Cables have three main sections - a conducting core, insulating material, and protective cover. The core carries current using copper or aluminum wires. Insulation prevents current leakage and is made of rubber, paper, PVC, or other materials. The cover protects the insulation from damage.
Cables are classified by voltage, conductor material, insulation type, and number of cores. Low voltage cables operate at 250/440V while high voltage cables are 650/1100V. Cables have two, three, or more cores to carry current to different phases and the neutral. Three-and-a-half and four core cables have strands of different sizes to reduce costs when the neutral carries less current.
This document discusses the mechanical design of overhead transmission lines. It covers the key components of overhead lines including conductors, supports, insulators, and cross-arms. For conductors, it describes common materials like copper, aluminum, and steel reinforced aluminum. For supports, it outlines wood, concrete, and steel poles. It also lists different types of insulators like pin, suspension, and strain insulators. In overviewing cross-arms, it notes line arms and side arms are used to hold conductors on transmission towers.
1. The document discusses various acceptance criteria, interpretation, and analysis methods for transformer test results, including insulation resistance, impedance, tan delta, turns ratio, dissolved gas analysis (DGA), and frequency domain spectroscopy (FDS) moisture assessment.
2. It provides equations and standards for determining insulation resistance and lists IEEE recommended acceptance criteria for power factor in new vs aged transformers.
3. Guidelines are given for DGA gases levels according to IEEE standards and for physical properties of transformer oil like dielectric dissipation factor and water content.
This document provides information on underground power cables. It discusses the construction of underground cables including conductors, insulation materials like rubber, paper and PVC. It classifies cables based on voltage level and describes common cable types used for different voltages like screened and pressure cables. It also discusses cable insulation materials, laying of cables, types of cable faults and compares underground and overhead power systems.
The document discusses aluminum cable and its use in high voltage transmission lines. It describes the physical and chemical properties of aluminum that make it well-suited for this application, including its light weight, resistance to oxidation, and ability to be easily recycled. Most importantly, aluminum is highlighted as an excellent conductor of electricity due to its low electrical resistivity from having three delocalized electrons per atom. The document examines how aluminum cable is produced and its advantages over other materials for transmitting large quantities of power via overhead transmission lines.
The document discusses the choice of wiring systems and types of cables used for internal building wiring. It outlines several factors to consider when choosing a wiring system, including cost, durability, permanence, accessibility, appearance, mechanical protection, and safety. Common cable types are defined based on conductor material, number of cores, voltage grading, and insulation type. PVC cables are widely used for internal wiring due to their flexibility, insulating qualities, resistance to chemicals, and ability to accommodate more wires in a given conduit size compared to other insulation types.
Information will be given on the method of installation of cables in ducts and tunnels, which methods get presently increased attention in urban areas. In particular attention will be paid to the conductor material of cables, copper or aluminium, and if there is a preferred choice to recommend based on the typical material properties and related experience.
This guide presents a methodology based on standard PN-IEC 60354 to check overloading capacity of transformers. Main changes versus standard PN-71/E-81000 are discussed and step by step examples are given. An essential advantage of the recommended methods of verification of overloading capacity of transformers is that the size and cooling modes of transformers are considered.
Practical handbook-for-relay-protection-engineersSARAVANAN A
The ‘Hand Book’ covers the Code of Practice in Protection Circuitry including standard lead and device numbers, mode of connections at terminal strips, colour codes in multicore cables, Dos and Donts in execution. Also, principles of various protective relays and schemes including special protection schemes like differential,
restricted, directional and distance relays are explained with sketches. The norms of protection of generators, transformers, lines & Capacitor Banks are also given.
This document discusses the testing and maintenance of power transformers. It outlines the various routine tests performed on transformers according to standards, including winding resistance measurement, insulation resistance measurement, high voltage tests, no load and load loss measurements. It also describes type tests such as lightning impulse and short circuit tests. Finally, it discusses the importance of preventive maintenance through regular checks of oil levels, insulation resistance, bushings, connections and other components.
This document provides an introduction to cable sizing methodology. It discusses gathering data about the cable and load, selecting the cable based on its current carrying capacity and voltage drop considerations, and calculating voltage drop. The general six step process involves collecting data, determining minimum cable size based on current capacity, voltage drop, short circuit temperature rise, earth fault loop impedance, and selecting the largest required cable size.
Electrical Wiring:Types of wires and Cables and the circuit control on domest...maharshi solanki
Electrical Wiring:Types of wires and Cables and the circuit control on domestic installation
Prepared by: Maharshi Solanki
Guided by:Prof. Jaydeep Vanpariya
This document summarizes Bernd Siedelhofer's presentation on IEC 60364-4, which provides requirements for protection in low-voltage electrical installations. The presentation covered the structure of IEC 60364-4 and its parts on protection against electric shock, thermal effects, overcurrent, and voltage disturbances. It also discussed the relationship between the IEC standards and their equivalents under German standards, including DIN VDE 0100.
Modern underground power cables are sophisticated assemblies of insulators, conductors and protective materials. Within these components are sensors, which enable cable operators to monitor conditions along the cable in real time.
The condition of the cable insulation is usually monitored through the following two main methods:
Loss tangent measurements
Partial discharge (PD) measurements
The document discusses overhead and underground electrical service mains. It defines service mains, lists codes of practice, types of service mains, and materials used. It explains overhead service mains with a diagram and specifications. Underground service mains are also explained with a diagram and specifications listed. Load calculation methods and examples are provided for estimating overhead single and three phase service mains costs.
The document contains electrical parameters and power loss calculations for three different transmission line configurations transmitting 40 MW of power: a 33kV double circuit line, a 66kV line, and a 132kV line. It compares the current, conductor type, resistance, distance, power loss in Watts, and percentage power losses for each configuration using both 261 sqmm and 484 sqmm conductors over a 1 km distance. The percentage power losses are highest for the 33kV line at 0.375% and reduce progressively for the 66kV and 132kV lines.
The document discusses electrical accidents in India, their causes, and measures to prevent them. It provides statistics showing that most accidents occur at the distribution level and are caused by accidental contact with live wires or equipment. Common issues contributing to accidents include lack of maintenance, unprotected equipment, and unauthorized construction near power lines. The text recommends safety measures like proper insulation, grounding, use of protective devices, maintaining clearance from lines, and increasing public education through sensitization workshops.
This document provides information about AS 4041-1998, the Australian Standard for pressure piping. It summarizes the standard's development process and lists the organizations represented on the standards committee. It also outlines the standard's scope and objectives to provide uniform national requirements for safely designing, fabricating, installing, testing, and operating pressure piping systems while allowing for economic piping designs.
The document outlines lessons learned from electrical construction issues at the Waste Treatment Plant project. It discusses implementing enhanced supplier inspections and NEC code compliance inspections for temporary power installations. It also covers improving electrical design compliance through code training, procuring medium voltage equipment and training, and enhancing lockout/tagout procedures to meet operational safety standards. The overall goal is to apply these lessons to improve electrical safety and performance at the Waste Treatment Plant.
This document provides information on various types of cables based on their construction and use. It discusses cable types for electrical, telecom, fiber optic and other applications. It also describes the construction of different cable types like XLPE and covers aspects of cable installation like laying, jointing, testing and maintenance. Common cable accessories used are also explained.
The major challenge in Indian power sector is operating upgrading of the transmission & distribution lines with efficient meteringApplication of smart grid devices for consistently condition monitoring of overhead lines &substation can decides the action of maintenance required and thus condition-based maintenance (CBM) technique can be implemented. To meet ever increase in demand, reduction of value of losses, utilization of huge renewable energy and absence of automation in power Transmission & Distribution, there is need of Preventive Maintenance (PM) & logy(RCM).
The financial growth of India also depends on availability of electricity. Indian power sector having characteristics as shortage of generation and high T & D losses up to 30% of total electricity generation with some parts of states of country up to 40%. When losses due to theft are added in the total then average losses increases up to 30%. The economical loss reaches at 1.5% of the national GDP which is increasing. To maintain stability of power system up gradation is essential. Transmission system is operated & regulated as per the Regulations & standards given by Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC), Central Electricity Authority (CEA), State Electricity Regulatory Commissions (SERC). At present Maintenance technology is one of the topics of R & D for various countries.
This document analyzes grounding considerations for large kVA pad-mount transformers. It summarizes the assumptions made in analyzing different transformer voltages and kVA sizes up to 5,000 kVA. Calculations of ground potential rise, touch potential and step potential are performed and compared to safety limits. Results show the standard two ground rod system may not provide adequate protection for transformers over 750 kVA or higher secondary voltages. Larger or engineered grounding systems are recommended for safety.
CTC Global ACCC conductor overview august 2016Dave Bryant
Presentation offering insight regarding CTC Global's high-capacity, high-efficiency ACCC conductor deployed to more than 430 projects in 40 countries to improve the efficiency, capacity and reliability of the electric power transmission grid while reducing line losses and associated CO2 and other GHG emissions
This document provides an overview and guidelines for using ACCC® conductors on electrical transmission lines. Some key points:
- ACCC® conductors achieve high capacity while offering significantly lower sag than other conductors due to their composite core made of aluminum and fiberglass. This allows longer spans or fewer structures.
- They operate at cooler temperatures than other high-capacity conductors under high loads, resulting in lower line losses of up to 35%. This saves on energy costs and reduces environmental impacts.
- Over 24,000 km of ACCC® conductor have been installed worldwide on over 275 projects. Guidelines cover their mechanical, electrical, and economic advantages for reconductoring existing lines or new projects to increase capacity
The document discusses aluminum cable and its use in high voltage transmission lines. It describes the physical and chemical properties of aluminum that make it well-suited for this application, including its light weight, resistance to oxidation, and ability to be easily recycled. Most importantly, aluminum is highlighted as an excellent conductor of electricity due to its low electrical resistivity from having three delocalized electrons per atom. The document examines how aluminum cable is produced and its advantages over other materials for transmitting large quantities of power via overhead transmission lines.
The document discusses the choice of wiring systems and types of cables used for internal building wiring. It outlines several factors to consider when choosing a wiring system, including cost, durability, permanence, accessibility, appearance, mechanical protection, and safety. Common cable types are defined based on conductor material, number of cores, voltage grading, and insulation type. PVC cables are widely used for internal wiring due to their flexibility, insulating qualities, resistance to chemicals, and ability to accommodate more wires in a given conduit size compared to other insulation types.
Information will be given on the method of installation of cables in ducts and tunnels, which methods get presently increased attention in urban areas. In particular attention will be paid to the conductor material of cables, copper or aluminium, and if there is a preferred choice to recommend based on the typical material properties and related experience.
This guide presents a methodology based on standard PN-IEC 60354 to check overloading capacity of transformers. Main changes versus standard PN-71/E-81000 are discussed and step by step examples are given. An essential advantage of the recommended methods of verification of overloading capacity of transformers is that the size and cooling modes of transformers are considered.
Practical handbook-for-relay-protection-engineersSARAVANAN A
The ‘Hand Book’ covers the Code of Practice in Protection Circuitry including standard lead and device numbers, mode of connections at terminal strips, colour codes in multicore cables, Dos and Donts in execution. Also, principles of various protective relays and schemes including special protection schemes like differential,
restricted, directional and distance relays are explained with sketches. The norms of protection of generators, transformers, lines & Capacitor Banks are also given.
This document discusses the testing and maintenance of power transformers. It outlines the various routine tests performed on transformers according to standards, including winding resistance measurement, insulation resistance measurement, high voltage tests, no load and load loss measurements. It also describes type tests such as lightning impulse and short circuit tests. Finally, it discusses the importance of preventive maintenance through regular checks of oil levels, insulation resistance, bushings, connections and other components.
This document provides an introduction to cable sizing methodology. It discusses gathering data about the cable and load, selecting the cable based on its current carrying capacity and voltage drop considerations, and calculating voltage drop. The general six step process involves collecting data, determining minimum cable size based on current capacity, voltage drop, short circuit temperature rise, earth fault loop impedance, and selecting the largest required cable size.
Electrical Wiring:Types of wires and Cables and the circuit control on domest...maharshi solanki
Electrical Wiring:Types of wires and Cables and the circuit control on domestic installation
Prepared by: Maharshi Solanki
Guided by:Prof. Jaydeep Vanpariya
This document summarizes Bernd Siedelhofer's presentation on IEC 60364-4, which provides requirements for protection in low-voltage electrical installations. The presentation covered the structure of IEC 60364-4 and its parts on protection against electric shock, thermal effects, overcurrent, and voltage disturbances. It also discussed the relationship between the IEC standards and their equivalents under German standards, including DIN VDE 0100.
Modern underground power cables are sophisticated assemblies of insulators, conductors and protective materials. Within these components are sensors, which enable cable operators to monitor conditions along the cable in real time.
The condition of the cable insulation is usually monitored through the following two main methods:
Loss tangent measurements
Partial discharge (PD) measurements
The document discusses overhead and underground electrical service mains. It defines service mains, lists codes of practice, types of service mains, and materials used. It explains overhead service mains with a diagram and specifications. Underground service mains are also explained with a diagram and specifications listed. Load calculation methods and examples are provided for estimating overhead single and three phase service mains costs.
The document contains electrical parameters and power loss calculations for three different transmission line configurations transmitting 40 MW of power: a 33kV double circuit line, a 66kV line, and a 132kV line. It compares the current, conductor type, resistance, distance, power loss in Watts, and percentage power losses for each configuration using both 261 sqmm and 484 sqmm conductors over a 1 km distance. The percentage power losses are highest for the 33kV line at 0.375% and reduce progressively for the 66kV and 132kV lines.
The document discusses electrical accidents in India, their causes, and measures to prevent them. It provides statistics showing that most accidents occur at the distribution level and are caused by accidental contact with live wires or equipment. Common issues contributing to accidents include lack of maintenance, unprotected equipment, and unauthorized construction near power lines. The text recommends safety measures like proper insulation, grounding, use of protective devices, maintaining clearance from lines, and increasing public education through sensitization workshops.
This document provides information about AS 4041-1998, the Australian Standard for pressure piping. It summarizes the standard's development process and lists the organizations represented on the standards committee. It also outlines the standard's scope and objectives to provide uniform national requirements for safely designing, fabricating, installing, testing, and operating pressure piping systems while allowing for economic piping designs.
The document outlines lessons learned from electrical construction issues at the Waste Treatment Plant project. It discusses implementing enhanced supplier inspections and NEC code compliance inspections for temporary power installations. It also covers improving electrical design compliance through code training, procuring medium voltage equipment and training, and enhancing lockout/tagout procedures to meet operational safety standards. The overall goal is to apply these lessons to improve electrical safety and performance at the Waste Treatment Plant.
This document provides information on various types of cables based on their construction and use. It discusses cable types for electrical, telecom, fiber optic and other applications. It also describes the construction of different cable types like XLPE and covers aspects of cable installation like laying, jointing, testing and maintenance. Common cable accessories used are also explained.
The major challenge in Indian power sector is operating upgrading of the transmission & distribution lines with efficient meteringApplication of smart grid devices for consistently condition monitoring of overhead lines &substation can decides the action of maintenance required and thus condition-based maintenance (CBM) technique can be implemented. To meet ever increase in demand, reduction of value of losses, utilization of huge renewable energy and absence of automation in power Transmission & Distribution, there is need of Preventive Maintenance (PM) & logy(RCM).
The financial growth of India also depends on availability of electricity. Indian power sector having characteristics as shortage of generation and high T & D losses up to 30% of total electricity generation with some parts of states of country up to 40%. When losses due to theft are added in the total then average losses increases up to 30%. The economical loss reaches at 1.5% of the national GDP which is increasing. To maintain stability of power system up gradation is essential. Transmission system is operated & regulated as per the Regulations & standards given by Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC), Central Electricity Authority (CEA), State Electricity Regulatory Commissions (SERC). At present Maintenance technology is one of the topics of R & D for various countries.
This document analyzes grounding considerations for large kVA pad-mount transformers. It summarizes the assumptions made in analyzing different transformer voltages and kVA sizes up to 5,000 kVA. Calculations of ground potential rise, touch potential and step potential are performed and compared to safety limits. Results show the standard two ground rod system may not provide adequate protection for transformers over 750 kVA or higher secondary voltages. Larger or engineered grounding systems are recommended for safety.
CTC Global ACCC conductor overview august 2016Dave Bryant
Presentation offering insight regarding CTC Global's high-capacity, high-efficiency ACCC conductor deployed to more than 430 projects in 40 countries to improve the efficiency, capacity and reliability of the electric power transmission grid while reducing line losses and associated CO2 and other GHG emissions
This document provides an overview and guidelines for using ACCC® conductors on electrical transmission lines. Some key points:
- ACCC® conductors achieve high capacity while offering significantly lower sag than other conductors due to their composite core made of aluminum and fiberglass. This allows longer spans or fewer structures.
- They operate at cooler temperatures than other high-capacity conductors under high loads, resulting in lower line losses of up to 35%. This saves on energy costs and reduces environmental impacts.
- Over 24,000 km of ACCC® conductor have been installed worldwide on over 275 projects. Guidelines cover their mechanical, electrical, and economic advantages for reconductoring existing lines or new projects to increase capacity
Characteristics of overhead conductors, the sizes of overhead conductors and the advantages along with fault finding methods are discussed int his presentation.
1. Conductors are materials that allow the flow of electric charges through them. Most metals are good conductors due to their crystalline structure and delocalized electrons.
2. In metallic solids, the atomic orbitals overlap to form energy bands. In conductors, the valence band is partially filled or overlaps with the empty conduction band, allowing electrons to move freely through the material.
3. Common good conductors include copper, silver, and gold. Conductivity decreases with increasing temperature as atomic vibrations interfere with electron flow.
4. Some materials become superconductors below a critical temperature, allowing infinite conductivity and perfect diamagnetism due to the Meissner effect. This occurs due to
This document provides a summary of a 5th grade physical science lesson on conductors and insulators. It defines conductors as materials that allow electric charges to pass through easily, while insulators do not allow electric charges to pass through easily. It includes an image of a wire with conductive copper wiring surrounded by an insulative plastic coating and asks students to label and explain the arrangement. The document encourages students to use circuits to test whether everyday objects are conductors or insulators.
New generation of copper conductors for overhead linesLeonardo ENERGY
Transmission network operators are facing substantial and even contradictory challenges. A highly variable renewable energy supply and an increased focus on energy efficiency require a reinforcement of the grid, but the resistance against the construction of new lines has never been so high. The new generation of copper alloy conductors can be part of the solution.
These copper alloys offer outstanding mechanical properties and a high annealing temperature that makes possible to apply affordable and durable hydrophobic coatings. This unique combination makes the new copper conductors highly suitable for severe weather conditions (wind & cold) both in new lines and in refurbishment projects. Additionally, the high conductivity of copper offers a significant reduction of life cycle costs.
This webinar will present the main properties of the new copper alloy conductors and how they allow to respond to the transmission and distribution network new challenges. Also a concrete case study for a 70 km line will be presented, stressing the relevance of the cost of losses and minimizing the total cost of ownership.
Hard-Drawn Copper Conductors for Over Head Power TransmissionChirag vasava
1. This document establishes standards and requirements for hard-drawn copper conductors used for overhead power transmission. It specifies dimensions, weights, resistances, and mechanical and electrical properties.
2. Standards include tables that specify the diameter, weight, and resistance for solid and stranded copper conductors. Tolerances on diameter and resistance are also provided.
3. The document describes test methods for mechanical properties like tensile strength and elongation, as well as electrical resistance tests to ensure conductors meet the specifications. It also outlines sampling procedures and criteria for acceptance or rejection of test results.
The document discusses conductors, semiconductors, and insulators. It defines conductors as substances that allow free flow of electrical charges, like metal wires and graphite rods. Semiconductors have conductivity between conductors and insulators, allowing some control of charge flow. Insulators do not allow charge flow and include materials like plastic, wood, and glass. The document discusses factors that affect conductance, including length, diameter, temperature, and material of a wire. Copper is identified as the best conducting material.
Conductors allow electric current to flow through them, with examples including aluminum, silver, copper, gold, and iron. Silver is the best conductor, while copper is commonly used for wires due to its availability and low cost. Insulators do not allow electric current to pass through, protecting people from harm, with examples being glass, rubber, plastic, clay, wood, and paper. Glass is the best insulator of electricity, followed by plastic. The document provides information on conductors and insulators of electricity through definitions, examples, and a short quiz.
insulators, conductors, transformer and ac motorsChippa Srikanth
it is basic to know of insulator conductor, transformer and ac motors. it is very useful to all electrical engineers. it is not only for engineers it is easily under standed by every one.
Conductors are materials like copper, aluminum, and water that allow electricity to flow through easily because their atoms' electrons can move freely. Insulators are materials like glass, plastic, and rubber that block the flow of electricity because their atoms are stable and electrons cannot move. Electricity will always take the shortest path to the ground, so a person could be electrocuted if completing a circuit between a fallen power line in a tree and the ground, since the human body is largely made of water and acts as a conductor, while rubber coatings on electrical cords insulate the wires and force electricity to flow only through the conductive wires.
The document discusses different types of materials in electric circuits. It states that materials fall into three categories: insulators, conductors, and resistors. Insulators do not allow electric current to flow, examples include plastic and rubber. Conductors allow current to flow easily, examples include metals like copper and aluminum. Resistors allow some current to flow but convert some to other forms of energy like light, motion, heat, or sound. Circuits must have a continuous conductive path for current to flow from the power source. Switches are used to open and close circuits to control current flow.
The document summarizes key aspects of transmission line design and components. It discusses the methodology for designing transmission lines, including gathering design data, selecting reliability levels, and calculating loads. It also covers the selection and design of various transmission line components such as conductors, insulators, towers, and grounding systems. Design considerations include voltage levels, safety clearances, mechanical requirements, and optimization of costs.
This is the simple ppt explaining about the main components of the power systems. especially we are determining the insulators and its types with real time pictures which are attractive,
The document discusses a student project on underground cable fault detection. The project aims to analyze different types of underground cables (red, yellow, blue) using a timer, counter and op-amps to detect faults and estimate cable life. Preliminary results show differences in the frequency responses of the cables, which could help identify faults in a low-cost way. The project setup uses a step-down transformer, rectifier, timer/counter chips and LEDs connected to plastic pipes representing the cables.
Learn why more than 250 Electric Power Companies have selected CTC Global's patented ACCC Conductor to improve the efficiency, capacity, reliability and resilience of the electric power grid, worldwide
This document discusses optical fiber cable testing. It covers the types of optical fiber cables, connectors, and testing equipment used. Regarding equipment, it describes two types of reflectometers - optical time domain reflectometers and optical continuous wave reflectometers. Issues with current testing equipment include reference jumpers wearing down over time and light sources and power meters needing to be at the same wavelength. Major equipment manufacturers mentioned are Agilent, Tektronix, Advantest, Fluke Networks, and Fluke.
This document discusses enhancing cable modeling in the CYME software. The goals were to more accurately calculate power losses and voltage drops by updating cable characteristics to reflect PECO's specifications rather than standard values. Invalid cable characteristics in the new version of CYME prevented impedance calculations. The author evaluated cable construction details, bonding types, and lay lengths and found they significantly impacted impedance values, bringing them closer to actual values. While only minor impacts were seen on sample circuits due to short cable lengths, the changes allow modeling of additional cable types and more accurate system-wide modeling. Future improvements include updating GIS data and standardizing cable names.
The electrical network at the Federal EPI Warehouses was found to not be in compliance with most electrical standards and norms. The network is old and in need of upgrades, including replacing old equipment like transformers and panels. A power factor improvement panel and increased sanctioned load from IESCO is recommended to address penalties being imposed. Proposed drawings were prepared for upgrades and additions to modernize the network and accommodate nine new units.
This document contains the resume of Jeevan.Kannadasan which details his professional experience, qualifications, and personal details. It outlines his past roles as an electrical engineer for various companies where he was responsible for testing, commissioning, maintenance and installation of electrical equipment. It also lists his educational qualifications which include a B.E in Electrical and Electronics Engineering and a Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering.
This document provides a training report from an internship at Western Railway Workshop in Lower Parel. It includes a preface describing the purpose and contents of the report. The report then summarizes various shops and processes observed during the training, including the battery room, alternator/SWG, armature windings, fan repair, internal fitting, power maintenance, compressor/WRAJ, control panel, motor/erru, and POH/testing of AC coaches including LHB coaches. It also includes an acknowledgement section thanking those involved in making the training possible.
B. Narendran provides his contact information and educational and professional background. He has a bachelor's degree in electrical and electronics engineering and over 3 years of experience as a senior testing and commissioning engineer and protection engineer. His experience includes testing and commissioning various electrical equipment, configuring and testing relays from manufacturers like AREVA, ABB, Siemens, and GE, and handling projects for companies in India. He lists technical skills like using relay configuration software and testing equipment.
The document provides an overview of offshore wind cables, including key industry players, cost breakdown, drivers, challenges, and innovations. It discusses how medium voltage array cables connect turbines to substations, and high voltage export cables connect offshore substations to onshore. Cable installation most commonly uses simultaneous lay and bury with a plough. The industry faces challenges from poor understanding of environmental conditions and planning for installation. Innovation focuses on cable installation robots, HVDC technologies, and new cable types to help reduce costs as the offshore wind market rapidly expands.
This document provides a brief profile and work experience summary of Jasho Banta Mondal, including his educational qualifications, work history, roles and responsibilities. He has over 30 years of experience in the power sector, primarily in transmission engineering. He has held several leadership roles with companies such as NTPC, Power Grid Corporation of India, Isolux Corsan India, and Reliance Infra group, managing a variety of transmission line projects across India and other countries. His expertise includes preparation of technical specifications, design review, vendor assessment, contract management and project execution.
This document summarizes a project to size equipment and design the earthing and protection systems for the Pakistan Refinery Limited grid station. It includes calculations to size the earthing mesh, power and auxiliary transformers, current and voltage transformers, capacitor bank, cables, circuit breakers, and battery bank. Short circuit analysis was performed using ETAP software. The objectives were to ensure reliable and economic operation of the grid station within KESC specifications. Problems encountered included meeting grounding requirements and transformer sizing, which were solved by adding more grounding rods and selecting a step-lap core design respectively.
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This project aims to validate the use of an Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) to replace Optical Loss Test Sets (OLTS) and Optical Return Loss Meters (ORLM) for fiber optic testing during ship construction. Laboratory testing was conducted at NSWCDD in May-June 2022 using various OTDR and OLTS equipment. Results showed the OTDR units met Navy requirements for launch condition and provided test results in agreement with the OLTS, validating the potential for cost savings through reduced labor hours and equipment needs.
1) TPDDL developed the first 3 core 66kV cable globally to address issues with traditional single core cables, such as cable heating, damage, and the need to replace entire cables when faults occurred.
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Installation of Advanced Composite Core Conductors in Indonesia
1. (Field Experiences)
Installation of Advanced Composite Core Conductors:
a growing part of capacity expansion and reliability at PLN
Indera Arifianto
PT. PLN (Persero)
P3B Jawa Bali
National Seminar on
New Generation High Performance Conductors
December 4, 2014 – New Delhi, India
2. PLN manages a transmission network spread across hundreds of islands with a
population of almost 250 million people and over 50 million customers.
70kV 150kV 275kV 500kV
Java-Bali 3.136 13.401 - 5.053
Sumatera 318 9.069 1.374 -
East Indonesia 658 6.381 - -
TOTAL 4.112 28.851 1.374 5.053
Length of Transmission Lines (kmc)
3. The toughest challenge faced by PLN is maintaining transmission capacity and
meeting the rapid growth of demand and generation of new power.
• Growth on transmission lines (1,99%) and power transformer (11,91%) is still not
covering the load growth (7,5%).
• Indonesian Electrification ratio : 78% challenge and opportunity.
4. PLN require a growing solution used to upgrade the existing transmission lines and
rapidly add capacity before new lines can be installed.
Only reconductoring
existing assets with new
tech. conductors can
alternatively keep pace
with PLN plans to add
5 – 10 GW per year.
Social problem:
Public resistant to new OHTL
5. Composite core conductors were selected by PLN as HTLS conductors:
(1) higher temp and (2) more Aluminum.
ACSR “Lion”
238mm2
AAAC “Upas”
362mm2
Al Equivalent 305
mm2
ACSS “Hen”
242mm2
1.
2.
3a.
GAP
265mm2
Steel reinforced
Various mm2
ACCR
322mm2
3b. Composite Core
360 mm2
Al Equivalent 381 mm2
High Temperature
with Low Sag
Maximize
Conductive
Material for
Lowest Losses
1
2
3Increase Operating Temperature
= Increased Ampacity
Add more conductive material
with lower conductivity,
= net improvement over ACSR
6. After 30 projects and almost 6,000 kilometers of installations, PLN is now have
more experiences on composite core conductor installation and performance.
No Project Name
Total
CCTs
Line
Length
Ex Upgraded New Conductor Status
1 Bukit Asam - Lahat (Sumatera) 2 44.7 ACSR Hawk Comp/Core 310 Lisbon Energized on October 2010
2 New Tangerang – Cengkareng 2 6.2 2 x ACSR Zebra 2 x Comp/Core 520 Dublin Energized on April 2011
3 Angke – Ancol 2 4.7 ACSR Drake Comp/Core 510 Warsaw Energized June 2011
4 Kota Bumi - Bukit Kemuning (Sumatera) 2 34.3 ACSR Hawk Comp/Core 310 Lisbon Energized June 2011
5 Bandung Selatan - Cigereleng 2 13.26 2 x ACSR Dove 2 x Comp/Core 310 Lisbon Energized on October 2011
6 Cibinong - Sentul - Bogor Baru 2 23 ACSR Dove Comp/Core 360 Amsterdam Energized Feb 2012
7 Mranggen Incomer 2 4.3 2 x ACSR Hawk 2 x Comp/Core Amsterdam Energized 2012
8 Pedan - Klaten 2 12.7 1 x ACSR Hawk Comp/Core 310 Lisbon Energized on April 2012
9 Langsa – Pangkalan Brandan (Sumatera) 1 78 ACSR Hawk Comp/Core 310 Lisbon 1cct energized Sept 2012
10 Langsa – Pangkalan Brandan (Sumatera) 1 78 ACSR Hawk Comp/Core 310 Lisbon 2cct energized Sept 2012
11 Pagelaran – Tegineneng (Sumatera) 2 38.5 1 x ACSR Hawk Comp/Core 310 Lisbon Energized on Sept 2012
12 Mandai-Pangkep (Makassar) 1 39.5 ACSR 150/50 Comp/Core 150 Helsinki Energized on Sept 2012
13 Kediri-Kediri Baru 2 0.7 2 x ACSR Zebra 2 x Comp/Core 520 Dublin Energized Oct 2012
14 Gilimanuk – Celukan Bawang (Bali) 2 43 2 x ACSR Hawk 2 x Comp/Core 310 Lisbon Energized Jan 2013
15 Kapal - Padang Sambian - Pesanggaran (Bali) 2 17.28 ACSR Hawk Comp/Core 310 Lisbon Energized Jan 2013
16 Probolinggo - Lumajang 2 50.5 ACSR Comp/Core 415 Brussels Energized on Mei 2013
17 Natar-Sutami 2 26.4 ACSR HAWK Comp/Core 310 Lisbon Energized on May 2013
18 Mandai – Pangkep 1 39.5 ACSR 150/50 Comp/Core 150 Helsinki Energized June 2013
19 Cibinong – ITP 2 8.5 ACSR Hawk Comp/Core 310 Lisbon 1cct energized on Oct 2013
20 PLTGU Duri – Garuda Sakti 2 80.3 ACSR HAWK Comp/Core 360 Amsterdam Energized on Dec 2013
21 Surabaya Barat – Babatan 2 15.6 ACSR Hawk Comp/Core 310 Lisbon Energized on January 2014
22 PLTGU Duri – Duri 2 42 ACSR Hawk Comp/Core 310 Lisbon Energized on April 2014
23 Baturaja - Bukit Kemuning 2 98.5 ACSR Hawk Comp/Core 310 Lisbon Energized on July 2014
24 GI Sei Harapan - GI Baloi - GI Batu Besar (Batam) 2 16.72 1x ACSR Hawk Comp/Core 310 Lisbon Energized October 2014
25 Borang - Seduduk Putih 2 13 ACSR 120/25 Comp/Core 150 Helsinki 1 cct energized Oct 2014
26 Cilegon Baru – Serang 2 22.7 ACSR Zebra Comp/Core 550 Hamburg Under Construction
27 Dumai – Duri 2 55.8 ACSR Hawk Comp/Core 310 Lisbon Under Construction
28 Baturaja – Bukit Asam 2 72.74 ACSR Hawk Comp/Core 310 Lisbon Under Construction
29 Binjai - Paya geli 2 13.7 2x ACSR Hawk 2 x Comp/Core 310 Lisbon Under Construction
30 Padalarang - Cibabat 2 9.2 2x ACSR Hawk 2 x Comp/Core 310 Lisbon Under Construction
Almost doubled ampacity
(726 amp to 1350 amp)
Without any changes to tower
constructions
7. Composite core have delivered on the promise of higher capacity, low I2R losses
and maintaining sag clearance without tower modifications.
Expectation Performance Results
Capacity Increase Double capacity versus installed ACSR
conductor of the same diameter.
Meets expectations. Composite core
conductors that use trapezoidal strands
of pure aluminum have matched
performance models for capacity.
Low Losses 40% reduction lower I2R losses versus ACSR
of same diameter. (~50% capacity increase
with the same I2R losses.)
Meets expectations. Composite core
conductors that use trapezoidal strands
of pure aluminum meet resistance target.
Low Sag Provide up to two times capacity while
matching the clearance of the initial ACSR
conductor.
Meets expectations. Low thermal
expansion of composite core conductors
has been proven in the field.
Ease and Speed of
Installation
Install at least 10km circuit in 2 weeks with
standard equipment/techniques to allow for
open bid with multiple bidders.
Exceeds expectations. After three years
of experience, local contactors can beat
this target of installation speed.
Cost of Project Less than ACSR conductor size increase (or
twin conductor) and tower expansion.
Meets expectations. The cost of
conductor is offset by the speed and
elimination of tower improvements.
Metal core HTLS conductors struggle to meet project capacity increases while
maintaining sag without significant tower modifications increasing time/costs.
8. Composite core conductors have had installation issues, but on whole it has been
identified and solved to be reliable and consistent as any conductor.
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
# of Projects 1 4 8 7 10
KM of HTLS 268 468 1,092 1,732 2,297
# of DE/MSJ 126 / 60 912 / 112 1398 / 219 3042 / 291 3762 / 645
Small Issues 1 1 1
Large Issues 1
Case 1
Unreported installation
error while deadending.
Case 2
Puller location during stringing
led to bad installation technique
during deadending.
Case 4
Unreported installation issue during
mid span joint completion.
Case 3
Poorly manufactured conductor was delivered
to the field and decided by all parties (including
core manufacturer) to be installed with
techniques that deviated from standard.
9. 2010: Issue #1
Installation crew did not report conductor drop during deadending process.
The Facts:
• During the deadend process,
the conductor was not
properly secured and dropped
causing damage to the core at
the grip.
• The crew did not report the
incident to the supervisor and
the damage was not repaired
until after initial energization.
Lessons Learned
• No matter how good the procedures and training are, communication is the key to
identifying damage and making repairs in the field.
• Training was changed to emphasize that reporting mistakes in not an issue.
10. 2012: Issue #2
Unnoticed bad angle on tensioned conductor during deadending process.
The Facts:
• Excellent control of angles
were used by the contractor
on a difficult puller placement
• Damage was caused pulling
the grip to deadend.
• A repair was made and the
line has operated as expected.
Lessons Learned
• Pre-planning is important to identify areas that require non-standard techniques.
• Supervisors and Master Installers should be involved early in the project planning in
order to focus on the exceptions during a project.
11. 2013: Issue #3
Tensioned control line during mid-span joint installation.
The Facts:
• A control line was not released
in a timely fashion after
installing a mid-span joint.
• The damage was repaired and
the line is operating as
expected.
Lessons Learned
• Trained crews and supervisors can still make mistakes during installation, but
following techniques and reporting errors can fix problems before installation.
12. 2012: Issue #4
“Keystoned” conductor was not rejected at the factory and led to field issues.
Three examples of extreme keystoning
during installation illustrate the extent and
variability of the issue. Resulting in the
need to adjust the sagging technique.
Well made composite core conductor has
good contact between all layers of aluminum
strands and composite core.
13. 2012: Issue #4
Systematic use of core crushing clamp to adjust for poorly made conductor.
The Facts:
• Poorly stranded conductor
resulted in grips not being able
to hold during deadending, to
avoid slippage a non-standard
technique using a wavy clamp
(deadend shoe) was
employed.
• Details of the damage and
repairs to follow.
14. 2012: Issue #4
Extensive laboratory testing confirmed the cause of damage.
Areas under crests
Clamp with wave seat
• On all samples examined in the lab, there was an exact correlation
of the damaged areas and the waves of the deadend shoe.
• The exact amount of damaged varied by the “heaviness” of the
crimp, and perhaps by the amount of keystoning, but the sample
size was too small to confirm an exact correlation.
15. 2012: Issue #4
Repairs were made with the support of the core and conductor supplier.
The line is now operating at ±80% of maximum capacity (±150% ACSR).
16. In 2010, before the first installation in Indonesia, PLN and the core and conductor
suppliers met to establish training and supervision procedures for projects.
PT PLN
Installation
EPC
Contractor
Conductor
Supplier
Composite
Core Supplier
Maintenance
1
2
4
3
5 6 7
1
2 4
3
5
6
7
Submit core and conductor
information to allow PLN to
create specifications.
Submit samples and qualify to
the PLN specification.
Supply core to manufacturer.
Supply conductor to contractor.
Training of contractor in a classroom
environment prior to job.
Field training of the installation crew
and introduction of supervisors.
Supervise in the field to ensure good
technique, make recommendations,
and troubleshoot as needed.
17. In 2014, after four years and 30 projects, PLN and the core and conductor
suppliers met to recommend improvements to training and supervision.
PT PLN
Installation
EPC
Contractor
Conductor
Supplier
Composite
Core Supplier
Maintenance
Training Center
1 2
3
1
2
3
The core supplier or designated
company will sign off on conductor
quality before delivery to the
jobsite.
PLN is taking a more active role in
the training and certification of
contractors to the guidelines and
techniques of all suppliers.
The core supplier or designated
company will sign off on the
installation, indicating that best
practices were followed and the
conductor is properly installed.
18. Example of installation training slides using pictures as well as words.
Store the reels with flanges
upright.
Never lay or transport the reels
on their side. Only exception is
when the reels are transported by
air freight.
Lift reels with spreader bar/cradle
sling.
Lift reels using ‘fork truck’
approaching from side of reel so
the weight is lifted on reel
flanges.
Never lift reels with short slings
that cave in the sides of the reel.
19. Example of installation training slides using pictures as well as words.
• Do not lift the conductor with the hook
of a strap hoist or chain hoist. Lifting in
this way could damage the
conductor/core.
• Use a wide nylon strap or other lifting
device that doesn’t put a sharp angle
on the conductor/core.
• Lift on the armor rod wires to distribute
the force being applied on the
conductor.
Lifting the Conductor
20. Example of installation training slides using pictures as well as words.
By dropping down the insulator and hooking
the deadend to the insulator, there is very
little chance of damaging the conductor. For
higher voltages the insulators are heavy.
Use an alternate method for lifting the
conductor.
BEST PRACTICE
Acceptable but not preferred.
Birdcages are possible and the
conductor is more likely to be
damaged.
Lifting the Deadend and Conductor
21. Example of installation training slides using pictures as well as words.
Sagging the conductor
Control the conductor at all times from the grip back to the structure. Protect the conductor
from being damaged near the hoist hook at the grip. (See orange hose below). If the conductor
were to fall from the grip, the core could likely be damaged.
22. Good people and good training are the keys to all success. PLN has incorporated
composite core installation and maintenance training into standard practice.
Since 2010 there are:
• 4 Master Installers
• 11 Contractors
• 48 Supervisor
• 155 Trained linesmen
An increased focus on training began in 2014,
and will continue with PLN Corporate Univ.
23. Composite core conductors have proven themselves a valuable part of the PLN
solution to rapidly add transmission capacity and maintain efficiency.
Expanded use of composite core conductors on 275kv and 500kv transmission will
reduce the need for new lines to move power to critical load centers.
1. PLN General Managers, engineers, project and asset managers, and maintenance
managers have developed confidence in composite core conductors
2. Multiple suppliers of composite core conductor provide high quality and pricing
competition.
3. To meet PLN and Government plans for 5-10 GW per year, composite core
conductors are expected to be a much larger part of transmission grid expansion
in the next 5 years.
4. No other HTLS conductor can be used as effectively and quickly to add capacity
and maintain system efficiency as composite core conductors.
24. 1. Any experienced contractor can successfully install composite core conductors if
the guidelines provided by suppliers are followed.
2. To minimize the learning curve for contractors, PLN has focused on reinforcing
the three steps of (1) planning, (2) training and (3) supervision for each project.
3. PLN support for “Master Installers” to have authority in the field during
installation has created a positive avenue to communicate questions or incidents
and continue training and troubleshooting during the job.
4. After four years of installation, composite core conductors have become a
alternative product option for PLN with multiple experienced contractors bidding
on every project.
5. Composite core conductors have proven safe and reliable on thirty projects since
2010, and PLN is considering to use composite core conductors on higher voltage
transmission lines up to 500kv in the future.
Composite core conductors have become an alternative solution for transmission
line congestion in Indonesia with 4years and 30projects of proven reliability.