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    The document summarizes the key components and classification of distribution systems. It discusses that a distribution system consists of feeders, distributors, and service mains to deliver power from substations to consumer meters. Feeders connect substations to distribution areas without tappings. Distributors have tappings along their length to supply consumers, with voltage drop being the main design consideration. Service mains are small cables connecting distributors to consumer terminals. Distribution systems can be classified by the nature of current as DC or AC, the type of construction as overhead or underground, or the connection scheme as radial, ring main, or interconnected.

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    The document summarizes the key components and classification of distribution systems. It discusses that a distribution system consists of feeders, distributors, and service mains to deliver power from substations to consumer meters. Feeders connect substations to distribution areas without tappings. Distributors have tappings along their length to supply consumers, with voltage drop being the main design consideration. Service mains are small cables connecting distributors to consumer terminals. Distribution systems can be classified by the nature of current as DC or AC, the type of construction as overhead or underground, or the connection scheme as radial, ring main, or interconnected.

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    CHAPTER-I DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS

    In general, the distribution system is the electrical system between the sub-station fed by the transmission system and the consumers meters. It generally consists of Feeders, Distributors Service mains. Feeders: A feeder is a conductor which connects the sub-station (or localised generating station) to the area where power is to be distributed. Generally, no tappings are taken from the feeder so that current in it remains the same throughout. The main consideration in the design of a feeder is the current carrying capacity.

    Distributor: A distributor is a conductor from which tappings are taken for supply to the consumers. In Fig. 12.1, A B, BC, CD and DA are the distributors. The current through a distributor is not constant because tappings are taken at various places along its length. While designing a distributor, voltage drop along its length is the main consideration since the statutory limit of voltage variations is 6% of rated value at the consumers terminals.

    Service mains. A service mains is generally a small cable which connects the distributor to the consumers terminals.

    Single line diagram of a typical low tension distribution system.

    Classification of Distribution Systems


    A distribution system may be classified according to ; ( i) Nature of current. According to nature of current, distribution system may be classified as D.C. distribution system A.C. distribution system. Now-a-days, a.c. system is universally adopted for distribution of electric power as it is simpler and more economical than direct current method. ( ii) Type of construction. According to type of construction, distribution system may be classified as Overhead system Underground system.

    The overhead system is generally employed for distribution as it is 5 to 10 times cheaper than the equivalent underground system. In general, the underground system is used at places where overhead construction is impracticable or prohibited by the local laws. ( iii) Scheme of connection. According to scheme of connection, the distribution system may be classified as radial system ring main system
    inter-connected system.

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