Continuously monitor MV / HV insulation systems to avoid equipment damage and production downtime.

Partial Discharge Monitoring Technology from Square D Services.

Square D Services offers Partial Discharge Monitoring Technology to detect and notify facility engineers of impending insulation breakdown. With many companies experiencing decreased budgets and extended periods between planned maintenance outages, Partial Discharge Monitoring is operational 24/7 and provides early warning alarms to help prevent downtime.
Different monitors and sensors for the various equipment applications

What is Partial Discharge?

Partial Discharge (PD) is a localized electrical discharge in an insulation system that does not . completely bridge the electrodes. It is a leading indicator of insulation breakdown and occurs in electrical equipment under high voltage stress, usually greater than 2,000 V. The higher the voltage, the higher the potential for damage or downtime.

Partial Discharge Monitoring System

Square D Services will install monitoring sensors during a planned outage. Sensors are wired to a monitoring unit, which can be tied into an existing SCADA system via open protocol. Web hosting is also available. The sensors monitor: Magnitude (mV or pC) - Size or volume of the defect Pulse Count (PS) - Number or growth of defects Intensity / Power (mW) - Destructive power of the partial discharge events Signature - Includes phase of defect as well as type of defect Square D Services will evaluate the monitored results against an existing database and provide a detailed report of findings.
Partial Discharge Monitoring Device

Equipment Applications
Partial Discharge Technology is applicable on equipment rated 5kV to 500kV where the age of the insulation would be cause for concern. Specific equipment applications include: Metalclad switchgear and switches: 5kV and 15kV Motors and generators > 2.4kV Large power transformers and bushings Substation yard structure-mounted voltage transformers and current transformers Generator step-up transformers and bushings

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 MV switchgear where insulated bus passes through an adjacent cubicle Surface dust and dirt accumulating can contribute to the initiation of partial discharge This equipment was being monitored and based upon PD levels, a maintenance outage was scheduled to make necessary repairs which included thorough cleaning

Benefits of Partial Discharge Technology

Continuous monitoring of critical equipment insulation systems; monitoring devices can detect partial discharge that is occurring within the entire insulation system Detects abnormal conditions in a timely manner Warning alarms initiate response to help prevent damage and downtime

Why Continuous Monitoring?

Random failure can often occur between planned maintenance outages As insulation systems age, they can become more susceptible to breakdown This means 80% of all failures can not be found with current maintenance practices
Different monitors and sensors are available for various equipment and applications.

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