NATIONAL TRANSMISSION AND DESPATCH COMPANY

SPECIFICATION P-171: 2008

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220KV ALTERNATING CURRENT CIRCUIT BREAKERS

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DESIGN DEPARTMENT (NTDC) PEPCO/WAPDA

LAHORE, PAKISTAN

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 CONTENTS

0 Foreword
1 Scope
2 Reference Specification
3 Service Conditions
4 Ratings
5 General Construction Requirements

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6 Local and Remote Control and Indication

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7 Electrical Control Features

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8 Insulator Bushings
9 Operating Mechanisms 5
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10 SF6 Gas System
11 Outdoor Control Cubicles
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12 Name Plate Data

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13 Tests
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14 Drawings and Descriptive Data

15 Spare Parts
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16 Special Tools
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PRINTING HISTORY
First approved April, 1983
Amendment No.1, Dated 10th March, 1986
Amendment No.2 Dated 2nd June, 1986
Amendment No.3 Dated 24th December 1986
Amendment No.4 Dated 11th July, 1991
First Up-date on Dated 21st November, 2008

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 SPECIFICATION P-171: 2008

220 KV ALTERNATING CURRENT CIRCUIT BREAKERS

FOREWORD
0.1 This specification has been prepared by the Design Department of NTDC PEPCO.

0.2 This specification is intended for the procurement of material and does not
include all the necessary provisions of a contract.
0.3 The specification of 220 kV Circuit Breakers was first written in 1973 at the time of
issuing tenders for Burhan Grid Station. This edition was in the form of a Chapter
included in the main volume of specifications for the sub station equipment. This

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included air blast as well as minimum oil circuit breakers. It has now been decided
to review and rewrite the chapter in the form of standard specifications. The present

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edition includes sulphur hexafluoride circuit breakers whereas air blast and

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minimum oil circuit breakers have been deleted. The present edition bas been
written to form a complete specification and is meant for the procurement of
equipment either in loose form or for grid station works on turn key basis.
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0.4 This specification is, subject to revision as and when required.
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1 SCOPE
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1.1 The specification describes the 220kV high voltage alternating current circuit
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breakers of single pressure (Puffer type) Sulphur Hexafluoride (SF6) type with self
contained hydraulic oil pressure or motor spring charged operating mechanism
including types involving composite arrangements of these mechanisms, for
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outdoor operation on 220 kV, effectively grounded, A.C. system.

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1.2 The circuit breaker shall be three-pole, outdoor type, automatic tripping, automatic
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reclosing and complete with safety interlocks, necessary accessories to make a

complete operating unit. The circuit breaker shall feature independent single - pole
operation. Separate operating mechanism shall be provided for each pole so that the
failure of one pole to operate will not restrict the operation of other poles. The
operating circuits for the three mechanisms shall be identical and arranged to be
suitable for synchronized three pole operation. For three pole operation the poles of
the breaker shall be electrically coupled. The circuit breaker shall be suitable for
single shot, sing1e pole or three pole rapid auto-reclosing.
1.3 Each pole of each three-phase circuit breaker assembly shall be furnished as
complete unit with gas chamber as required, control housing, operating
mechanisms, and with all piping and equipment in place and all internal wiring
installed and terminated in the housing, as well as the necessary means for filling,
recovering, filtering, controlling and retaining gas for indicating temperatures,
pressures and other necessary quantities and for initiating alarms upon the
occurrence of faults. All items shall be arranged for convenient inspection and
maintenance. Piping mechanical operating linkages, electrical connections etc. shall
include flexible runs to count for thermal expansion.
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 1.4 The current transformer built into the circuit breakers is not required.

2 REFERENCE SPECIFICATIONS
2.1 The circuit breakers shall generally be designed, constructed and tested in
accordance with the IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) Publication
62271-100 for "High Voltage Alternating Current Circuit Breakers" as amended
upto date.
2.2 The definitions given in the IEC Publication shall apply herein.

2.3 In case the requirements laid down herein differ from those given in the IEC
Publication in any particular, the circuit breaker shall comply with the requirements
listed herein in regard to that item.

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3 SERVICE CONDITIONS

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3.1 The circuit breakers and all accessories shall be suitable for satisfactory operation
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3.2 Ambient Temperature

50oC
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Maximum
Maximum mean
45oC
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over any 24 hours

Mean in any year 30oC
Minimum -10 oC
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3.3 The relative humidity may range from 0 to 100 percent. The maximum value of the
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ambient temperature and humidity however do not occur simultaneously. During

the monsoons high humidity may persist for many days as a time along with
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temperatures ranging from 30oC to 40oC.

3.4 Altitude
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The circuit breakers shall be suitable for installation upto 1000 M above sea level.

3.5 Atmospheric Conditions

3.5.1 It may be assumed that the air is not normally heavily polluted by dust, smoke,
aggressive gases, vapours or salt spray. However, at certain times of the year severe
dust storms may be experienced.

3.5.2 Creepage distances

Certain areas are subject to heavily polluted atmosphere and insulation of bushing
for installation in such areas shall have an extended creepage distance from line to
earth parts which shall not be less than the following:

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 Rated Voltage Normal Creepage Extended Creepage
(kV) Distance (mm) Distance (mm)

220kV 4000 7000

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4. RATINGS
4.1 The standard ratings of the circuit breakers shall be as follows:
i) Nominal system voltage

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ii) Rated voltage
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iii) Rated Insulation Level:
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a) Lighting Impulse withstand voltage kV peak 1050

b) One minute power frequency withstand kV rms 460

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iv) Rated Frequency

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50
v) Rated normal current
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2000
vi) Rated symmetrical breaking
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vii) Rated transient recovery voltage

for 1.3 FPC (first-pole-to-clear kV peak 364
factor)
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viii) Rated TRV peak for short line fault kV peak 280
ix) Rated TRV peak for out of phase breaking kV peak 500
x) Rated out of phase breaking capacity kA 10
xi) Rated short circuit making current kA 125
xii) Rated duration of short circuit Sec. One
xiii) Rated operating sequence 0-0.3sec-co-3 min-co
xiv) Rated line charging breaking current A 125
xv) Rated asymmetrical breaking current kA 50

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 xvi) Rated cable charging breaking current A 250
xvii) Rated D.C. voltage VDC 220
xviii)Total maximum break time for 0 to 100%
ms 60
current of the rated breaking current
xix) Maximum RIV at 1 MHz at 5% above highest
Micro volt 500
voltage

4.2 The Circuit Breakers and their accessories shall be so constructed to comply with
the ratings and to meet all test requirements laid down herein with respect to
insulation strength, current carrying capacity, making and breaking currents and
mechanical operation.

4.3 The circuit breakers shall be capable of breaking any power from zero to its rated
breaking current at any voltage upto the maximum rated voltage in a predominantly

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resistive or inductive circuit. The total break time at all currents less than the rated

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current shall not exceed the maximum breaking time. No restrikes at the main

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contacts shall be permitted under any operating duty.

4.4 The circuit breakers shall be capable of breaking the no-load currents of the power
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transformers. The maximum value of no load current shall be stated by the
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manufacturer. The peak switching over voltage shall then not exceed 2 times the
peak rated voltage to earth.
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4.5 The circuit breakers shall be capable of breaking the charging current of overhead
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lines upto values indicated above in item (xiv) of clause 4,1. The peak switching
over voltage to earth, measured at the breaker terminals, when breaking current of
overhead lines or single capacitor banks shall not exceed 2 times the peak rated
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voltage to earth. No restrikes at the main contacts shall be permitted under these
conditions.
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4.6 The circuit breakers shall be able to withstand the stresses created by evolving
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faults, and shall be able to clear these faults also.

4.7 The circuit breakers shall be capable of breaking the charging current of cables upto
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values indicated above in item (xvi) of clause 4.1. The peak switching over-voltage
to earth, measured at breaker terminals shall then not exceed 2 times the peak rated
voltage to earth.

4.8 The circuit breakers shall be suitable' for three phase as well as single phase rapid
auto reclosing. The rated operating duty shall be 0-0.3 see - CO-3 min - CO.

4.9 The circuit breakers shall be capable of out of phase interruption of current of
25% of the rated short circuit current for the voltage across one phase of a value
equal to two time the normal phase voltage.

4.10 The maximum noise level of the breaker when operated to close or open the three
poles simultaneously shall be less than 140 dB at 1 m. horizontal distance at the
perimeter of circuit breaker with cabinet closed.

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 4.11 Control and Auxiliary Voltage

i) The rated control and auxiliary supply voltages shall have the following
values:
D.C. Voltage.......................... 220 V.
A.C. Voltage.......................... 240 V single-phase and 415 V three-phase 50 Hz.

For rotating machinery such as motors A.C. Voltage would be 400/230 Volts.
ii) The above rated voltages are applicable to trip coils, operating mechanisms,
heaters and all other low voltage circuit in the circuit breakers and its
accessories.

5 GENERAL
" CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

5.1 The material and workmanship throughout shall be of best quality in accordance
with the accepted modern practices. The design shall be such that installation,

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time and expense. Liberal factor of safety shall be used throughout the design.

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5.2 The power carrying circuits shall be capable of carrying its rated current at rated
frequency continuously without excessive maintenance. The terminals and the
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connection between parts shall be designed to ensure permanently low resistance
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contacts.

i) The temperature rise of the main circuit of a circuit breaker shall not
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exceed the values given in Table-3 of IEC Publication 60694.

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ii) The maximum temperature of the auxiliary circuits and devices, when the
circuit breaker is carrying rated currents and voltages and when tested in
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accordance with sub-clause 6.3.5 of IEC 60694 shall not exceed the values
given in Table-3 of IEC publication 60694. The reference ambient
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temperature shall be taken as 50degC.

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5.3 The arc interrupting mechanism shall be designed with ample mechanical and
electrical factors of safety in all its parts. These parts shall consist of a minimum
number of assemblies arranged for convenient installation and readily removable
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for repair or inspection.

5.4 The manufacturer shall clearly indicate in the schedule of guarantees that in case of
220kv alternating current circuit breakers the interrupting rating is achieved without
the ancillary equipment like voltage grading capacitor, pre-insertion closing and/or
opening resistor contacts, with the basic unit of the breaker chamber. It shall also be
specified alongside that possibility exists or otherwise to upgrade the breaker from
40kA to subsequently higher rating.

5.5 All adjustable parts of circuit breakers shall be readily accessible with the circuit
breakers installed for service.

5.6 Circuit breakers shall be so constructed that the interval between the instants when
the contacts of the individual poles touch or separate shall not exceed 10 ms during
a closing or opening operation.
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 5.7 It shall be possible to make independent adjustment to each pole of the Circuit
Breaker. In the event of any phase failing to complete a closing operation, provision
shall he made for automatic tripping of the circuit breaker.

5.8 When three-pole operation is required the time variation between the closing and
opening of contacts on all phases shall be kept as low as possible. Also the opening
of series contacts on anyone phase shall be synchronized.

5.9 To facilitate transport, lifting lugs, jacking pads or other handling devices, capable
of supporting each unit when fully erected and ready for service, shall be provided.

5.10 The size of the terminals head shall be flat, 125mm x 125mm, with a thickness of
16mm. The material of terminal shall be tin plated or silver plated copper.

5.11 Each circuit breaker shall be equipped with two earthing terminals capable of
accommodating bare stranded copper earthing conductors of 120 sq. mm. cross-

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the breaker and shall be distinctly marked.

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5.12 Provision shall be made in the design of breakers to ensure that the proper operation
of circuit breakers and accessories is not impaired by vermin, insects, small animals
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and birds etc.
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5.13 No leakage of SF6 gas shall occur under specified conditions of operation, and
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entry of moisture or other gases shall be effectively restricted. The breaker design
shall prevent liquefaction and partial condensation of moisture on the insulating
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parts of the breaker operating mechanism and SF6 containers.

5.14 Bolts or nuts which must be loosened or removed when maintaining circuit breakers
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shall be easily accessible with the proper tools and they shall be adequately
protected from rusting or corrosion
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5.15 All exposed surfaces of frames, tanks, operating mechanisms etc. which would
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normally be painted when in service, shall be given one rust-protective coat of

paint. All exposed parts on circuit breakers shall be weather-proof.
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5.16 All moving parts shall be suitably covered and expulsion vents shall be oriented to
prevent any hazard to personnel or adjacent equipment.

5.17 The porcelain shall be of wet process, homogeneous, free from cavities and other
defects. Circuit breaker support columns shall be designed to withstand internal
pressure of at least three times the maximum operating pressure.
5.18 Each pole of the circuit breaker shall be provided with a safety pressure relief
device for release of dangerous gas pressures to avoid bursting of the porcelains.

6 LOCAL AND REMOTE CONTROL AND INDICATION

6.1 Circuit breakers shall be suitable for operation by electrical means either from the
local operating cubicle or remotely from the power control board or desk in the
control room.

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 6.2 A hand operated lockable switch shall be provided in each operating cubicle for
operation of the circuit breakers.

6.3 A multipole, hand operated lockable change-over switch labelled 'Remote' and
'Local' shall be provided in each operating cubicle for establishing the point of
control.

6.4 A reliable easily readable, mechanically operated indicator shall be provided on

each circuit breaker to show the position of the circuit breaker.

6.5 The marking of indicator plates shall be 'ON' and 'OFF'.

7 ELECTRICAL CONTROL FEATURES

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7.1 Functional Requirements

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7.1.1 The basic functional characteristics of the control scheme for the circuit breaker

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shall be such as to fulfil and comply with the essential control requirements for the
intended application. 5
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7.1.2 The circuit breaker shall be mechanically and electrically trip free.
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7.1.3 The circuit breaker mechanism shall make one complete closing operation
including automatic cut off of the closing power after an initiating control device
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has operated and the first device in the control scheme has responded, even though
the contacts of the initiating control device are opened before the circuit breaker
closing operation is completed. This shall however not intervene with the trip free
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behaviour of the circuit breaker.

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7.1.4 The circuit breaker shall incorporate anti-pump feature, that is, only one closing
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operation of the circuit breaker mechanism shall result from each closing operation
of a manually operated initiating control device, even though the. Circuit breaker
trips while the initiating control device is being held in the closed position. The
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control scheme need not provide against reclosure in the event that control power is
removed by casual and entirely random occurrence, such as the opening of a control
circuit to check for grounds, while the initiating control device remains closed.

7.1.5 When power is removed from the closing control circuit after or during an
incomplete closing operation, all electrically operated devices in the control circuit
shall reset to the normal circuit breaker open position, except for those devices
which require a supply 6f control power in order to assume their normal circuit
breaker open position.

7.1.6 When the circuit breakers in the closed position, a closing operation of an initiating
control device shall not result in an operation of the circuit breaker closing
mechanism.
7.1.7 When a closing operation of a circuit breaker can not be completed successfully
because of the absence of an adequate supply of stored energy, all actuating devices
in the control circuit shall remain in the normal circuit breaker open position when
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 the initiating control device is operated.

7.1.8 Temperature compensated SF6 Gas density monitoring equipment shall be provided
with two level alarms. First stage alarm shall be actuated when SF6 gas pressure
drops below the normal operating pressure and second stage alarm shall cause
opening/closing lockout in the event of gas pressure falling below the minimum
value prescribed for the successful interruption of the current. It shall also give
annunciation on control panel. Gauges shall be installed on each pole of circuit
breaker to indicate SF6 gas pressure/density.

7.1.9 For hydraulically operated circuit breakers alarm shall be actuated and to be
followed by closing lockout as a result of oil pressure falling below the minimum
operating pressure. With the further loss of oil pressure, tripping lockout shall
subsequently occur.

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7.1.10 Electrical tripping facilities for the operating mechanism of each pole shall be

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duplicated to include, but not necessarily limited to, the following:

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(i) Two electrically independent and identical trip coils for each pole of the
breaker and arranged to minimize the probability of the failure of one trip
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coil affecting the operation of the second trip coil.
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(ii) Two electrically independent and identical sets of wiring, terminals and
protecting equipment for connection to two 220V DC independent control
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and/or tripping power circuits.

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7.1.11 In the event of three phase operation, the control system shall include circuitry to
trip the breaker by energizing both sets of trip coils if pole-disagreement should
occur.
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7.1.12 Key interlocking and electrical interlocking shall be supplied with each breaker.
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Key interlocking shall be arranged such that removal of the key is not possible, un-
less the circuit breaker is in the open position and that the closure of the breaker is
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not possible by any means unless the key is in position. Electrical interlocking shall
also be used.
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7.2 Auxiliary Circuits

7.2.1 The auxiliaries which shall be provided as part of each circuit breaker assembly are
described hereunder:

7.2.2 The auxiliary switches shall be mechanically and directly coupled with each drive
of the circuit breaker.
7.2.3 The auxiliary switch and circuits shall be required to carry current at least 10 Amp
continuously.
7.2.4 Extra auxiliary switches, six normally open and six normally closed, in addition to
those normally provided as part of the circuit breaker operation and indication
functions, shall be provided.
7.2.5 The anti condensation heaters shall comprise two sets, one set being connected
through a two pole miniature circuit breaker (MCB) and the second set shall be
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 thermostatically controlled.

7.2.6 When coils are connected continuously to one polarity only that polarity shall be
negative.

8 INSULATOR BUSHING
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The bushings shall be of non -hygroscopic porcelain material and shall conform to
IEC Standard. All porcelain shall of the wet process, homogeneous, free from
cavities and other defects. Large porcelain units, such as circuit breaker support
columns shall be designed to withstand internal pressure of three times the
maximum operating pressure. Bushing, support columns and bracing insulators (if
used) shall have the same Basic Impulse Insulation Level as the breaker. Circuit
breaker porcelain insulators shall have creepage distance as specified in clause 3,
for operation under the prevailing weather conditions. All bushings, support
columns and bracing insulation shall be airtight under pressure and shall have

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operation under the prevailing conditions.

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9 OPERATING MECHANISMS
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Hydraulic oil pressure or motor spring charged operating mechanism including
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9.2 Independent operating mechanism with the independent motors as required, piping,
controls interlocks, auxiliary switches along with electrical circuits, mechanical
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equipment and accessories shall he used for each pole of circuit breaker. It shall be
possible to electrically interlock the individual mechanism on three pole operations.
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9.3.1 The general requirements which shall be met by all types of operating mechanisms
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are described herein:

9.3.2 The rated control and auxiliary supply voltages shall be in accordance with clause
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4.11. However the breaker operating mechanism and all breaker accessories shall
operate satisfactorily within the range of voltages given below:

Rated Power supply of Tripping

Control
Voltage operating mechanism Voltage

220V DC 180 - 260 180 - 260 110 - 260

240V AC - 200 - 260
415V AC - 345 - 450

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 The above requirements shall be met with at an ambient temperature of 50 degC.

9.3.3 The closing system of the operating mechanism shall not prevent or delay the
opening of the circuit breaker beyond the standard interrupting time and the energy
shall be removed automatically from the closing mechanism when the closing
operation, is completed.

9.3.4 A conveniently located manual tripping device protected against accidental

operation, shall be provided. .

9.3.5 Latches shall be so designed as not to require delicate or frequent adjustments.

9.3.6 The operating mechanism shall be designed and constructed to operate

mechanically without replacement of parts due to breakage or excessive wear or
adjustments for 1000 operating each consisting of a complete opening and closing
of the circuit breaker.

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9.3.7 The closing system of the operating mechanism shall be recharged automatically for

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further operation as soon as the circuit breaker has completed a closing operation. If
the closing mechanism is not fully recharged within a pre-determined time, the

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mechanism shall be locked out and an alarm initiated.
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Each part of the operating mechanism shall be of substantial construction, utilizing
such materials as stainless steel, brass or gunmetal where necessary to prevent
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sticking due to rust or corrosion. The overall design shall be such as to reduce
mechanical shock to a minimum and shall prevent inadvertent operation due to fault
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current stresses, vibrations or other causes. A convenient means for applying

lubricant shall be provided where required.
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9.3.9 All permanently fixed bolts, nuts and studs shall be securely locked in place to
prevent loosening during operation. Blind tapped holes shall be avoided where
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practicable.
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9.4 Hydraulic Oil Pressure Operating Mechanism

9.4.1 The requirements for hydraulic oil pressure operating mechanism, in addition to the
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requirement specified in section 9.3 shall be as described here under:

9.4.2 The breaker shall be closed by energy pre-sorted in a compressed and completely
confined gas (preferably nitrogen gas) and transmitted through the medium of a
liquid, usually the hydraulic oil. Means shall also be provided for handling the gas
i.e. pressure checking, filling at site etc.

9.4.3 The mechanism shall be provided with its own hydraulic equipments consisting of a
pump, accumulator, necessary controls, piping, valves and wiring.

9.4.4 The hydraulic pump shall be provided with a 230V single phase or 400V three-
phase alternating current motor. The motor and pump shall be of sufficient size to
charge the accumulator from its minimum hydraulic operating Pressure to
maximum hydraulic pressure and to charge the accumulator from zero hydraulic
pressure to maximum hydraulic operating pressure in minimum possible time.

9.4.5 The hydraulic pump shall be equipped with an automatic control to maintain the
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 hydraulic operating pressure between the minimum and maximum operating
pressures which shall be 90 and 110 percent of the nominal operating pressure
respectively.

9.4.6 The accumulator shall be of sufficient size to permit three close-open operations,
before the pressure drops to the minimum hydraulic operating pressure starting
from the nominal operating pressure without operation of the hydraulic pump. The
hydraulic system shall be equipped with a safety relief valve set at approximately
" 20 percent above the nominal hydraulic operating pressure.

9.4.7 An alarm pressure switch, which will close when the hydraulic pressure drops to the
minimum operating pressure of the mechanism, shall be provided. A lockout
pressure switch shall be provided to present the mechanism from attempting a
closing operation when the hydraulic pressure is too low to complete the operation.
These switches, at the option of the manufacture, can be combined into one device.
9.4.8 A manually operated valve/release shall be provided for operating the breaker
hydraulically from the mechanism housing.

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9.4.9 Means shall be provided for manually charging the mechanisms in case of failure of
A.C. supply.

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9.5.1 The requirements for spring operated mechanism in addition to the requirements
specified in clause 9.3 shall be as described here under:
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9.5.2 The breaker shall be closed by the stored energy of charged springs.
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9.5.3 The mechanism shall be designed such that the failure of spring will not prevent
tripping and will not cause tripping or closing.
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9.5.4 The energy stored in motor-charged spring shall be sufficient for an OPEN-
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CLOSE-OPEN operation at rated short circuit current.

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9.5.5 The charging motor shall be direct current. The motor shall not require more than
15 seconds recharging the closing springs after a close-open operation.
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9.5.6 Means shall be provided to prevent operation of the mechanism when maintenance
work is being done.

9.5.7 The mechanism shall be so arranged that emergency manual charging and release of
the springs is possible without electrical operation.
9.5.8 The dashpot/damping devices used shall have an easy access for their handling i.e.
checking of fluid level, dismantling/mounting etc. If applicable, fluid level indicator
shall be provided on the dashpot/damping device.

10 SF6 GAS SYSTEM

10.1 The SF6 gas sealing system must guarantee minimal leakage under extreme
temperature conditions and effectively restrict the entry of moisture or other gases.
The leakage of gas shall be negligible under all operating conditions.
10.2 Gas density monitoring equipment with two level alarms shall be supplied. The first
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 level shall indicate an alarm and the second level shall prevent closing or tripping of
breakers in case the SF6 gas density is too low and shall also give annunciation on
control panel. SF6 gas pressure gauges shall be provided on each pole of the
breaker to indicate SF6 gas pressure/density.
10.3 Sufficient quantity of gas stored at nominal interrupting pressure to permit a
minimum of five close-open operations without the need of gas recycling shall be
provided.
10.4 Gas density in the breaker shall at all times be not less than the insulating density of
SF6. Maintenance of the sealing system shall be generally possible without
dismantling the breaker pole and draining the SF6 gas.
10.5 The breaker design shall prevent liquefaction and partial condensation of moisture
on the insulating parts of the breaker operating mechanism and SF6 containers.
10.6 SF6 gas conforming to IEC publication 60637 shall be used.

11 OUTDOOR CONTROL CUBICLES

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11.1 Operating Cubicle

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Metal-clad operating cubicles of suitable size shall be provided at each of the

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breaker poles to house the circuit breaker operating mechanism, auxiliary switches,
associated relays, control switches, control cables terminations and other necessary
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mechanical and electrical control apparatus and ancillary equipment required for the
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breaker pole.

11.2 Marshalling (Master) Control Cubicle

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A master control cubicle, centrally located with respect to the breaker, shall also be
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provided. This shall house all the breaker indicating devices, closing and tripping
controls, gas systems, low/high pressure switch, alarms relays and all other
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necessary mechanical apparatus and accessories required.

The quantity and type of PVC insulated, PVC sheathed and armoured cables
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required for interconnection between the marshalling cubicle and the individual,
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operating cubicles shall be specified and provided by the contractor.

In addition marshalling cubicle would act as an interface panel between switchyard

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and control room. All control, protection and auxiliary circuits from each respective
transformer bay or line bay shall first be terminated at this junction and then routed
to control room. It would thus serve to define the switchyard communication links,
limit and facilitate the routing of various circuits, systemise the switchyard wiring
etc.

11.3 Common Requirements

11.3.1 The cubicles shall be self supporting, vermin proof, dust proof and weather proof.
Suitable door gaskets made of rubber shall be provided to prevent the ingress of
moisture etc.
11.3.2 Cubicles shall be made of galvanized steel sheet of 2.3mm minimum thickness and
shall be of rigid construction and shall include any supporting steel work necessary
for mounting on the circuit breaker or on concrete foundations. Access to all
compartments shall be provided by hinged doors. Bolts or carriage keys shall not be
used to secure the panels or doors. All fastenings shall be integral with the panel or
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 door and provision shall be made for pad locking. Openings in the base of cubicles
shall have minimum dimensions of 30 x 30cm for incoming cables and entrance
shall be accomplished using glands with Neoprene gaskets to fix and seal the
cubicle.

11.3.3 Cubicles shall be well ventilated through vermin proof louvers comprising a brass
gauze screen attached to a. frame and secured to the inside of the cubicle. Divisions
between compartments within the cubicle shall be perforated to assist air
circulation.

11.3.4 Access doors or panels shall be glazed where necessary to enable instruments to be
viewed without opening the cubicle. Arrangement of equipment within the cubicle
shall be such that access for maintenance or removal of any item shall be possible
with the minimum disturbance.
11.3.5 An anti-condensation heater of 240V AC single phase, 50 Hz, shall be provided
within the cubicles and controlled by a thermostat alongwith a single pole switch

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for heater supply. In addition cubicle shall be provided 240 V, 5A single phase

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three pin socket outlet of outdoor weatherproof pattern and fuses for this circuit
shall be mounted within the cubicle. Means for the interior lighting shall be

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provided within each cubicle assembly. Lamps shall be 240V. AC with bayonet
base and shall be automatically lighted when the door is opened.
11.3.6
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A copper ground busbar 6mm x 50 mm shall be provided at the bottom of all the
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panels for earthing. In addition one earthing terminal at each panel for acco-
mmodating earth conductor 120 Sq.mm shall also be provided.
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breaker, identifying the various components within the cubicle and on the circuit
breaker and referring to the appropriate drawings and erection instructions shall be
affixed to the inside of the cubicle access door. The diagram shall be marked on
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durable non-fading material suitable for the specified climatic conditions.

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11.3.8 All incoming auxiliary supply cables shall be terminated directly into switch fuse
isolators without intermediate terminals and provision shall be made for looping
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these supplies into similar cubicles in the switchyard.

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11.4 Wiring

11.4.1 The wiring shall be such that individual components of the applicable control
circuits of closing power devices, closing control devices, tripping devices shall be
electrically grouped and terminated in physically separate groups.

11.4.2 The terminals of the control circuit components specified in clause 12.4.1 and the
heater circuits and the individual compressor or spring charge motor circuits shall
be readily accessible, closely grouped, and conveniently arranged for making
connections between control circuits grouped and for external wiring.

11.4.3 Wiring between devices and terminal blocks shall be carried in troughs or in neatly
formed packs which shall be tied or otherwise secured at frequent intervals to
prevent undue stress on equipment or connections. Connections across portions
which are hinged or otherwise movable shall be made with flexible wire, formed to
distribute the bending motion. No connections shall be made with wire smaller than
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 2.5 Sq.mm. Ends of each wire shall be identified by a ferrule or plastic label
securely attached to the conductor with no possibility of detachment under normal
handling. Stacking of more than two wires on terminals will not be permitted.

11.4.4 The ferrules for closing circuits shall be of a colour preferably green and marked
"Close". The ferrules on all wiring directly connected to circuit breaker trip coils,
tripping switches etc. shall be of a colour, preferably red, different from that of the
remainder and marked "Trip".

11.4.5 No wires shall be teed or jointed between terminal points. Electrical wiring and
instruments shall be so located that leakage of oil or water cannot affect them. Bus
wiring between control panels etc, shall be fully insulated and completely
segregated from the main panel wiring.

11.4.6 Where ever possible internal wiring shall be looped from connection to connection
and checking relays and indicating lamps shall be wired in such a manner that
discontinuity of the loop or sub-loop will be indicated.

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11.4.7 All metallic cases of instruments, control switches relays etc. mounted on control
panels or in cubicles, steel or otherwise, shall be provided with an accessible copper

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tail to facilitate connection by means of bare copper conductors of not less than 2.5
sq.mm section to the nearest earth bar.
11.5 Terminal Blocks
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Terminal blocks shall be mounted at an easily accessible position approximately 30
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cm from the base and shall be equipped with barriers, terminal strips and colour
coded strips. The AC, DC and current and potential transformer circuits shall be
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physically segregated in groups. The AC 415/240 and 400/230 Volt circuit ter-
minals will be fitted with non inflammable, transparent plastic covers to prevent
accidental contact with live parts. Each incoming and outgoing conductor shall be
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connected to an individual terminal. Each terminal block shall have an individual

marking strip which shall be machine lettered or engraved with the circuit desig-
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nations of the terminals which shall also be shown on the wiring diagrams. One
spare marking strip shall be provided for each terminal block. Approximately 25
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percent extra terminals shall be provided on each block for terminating spare
conductors and for future changes. In case of hinged panels matching terminal
blocks shall he provided on both sides of the hinged section.
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11.6 Additional requirements for Marshalling Cubicle

In addition to the provisions of clause 11.2, the marshalling cubicle shall include,
but not necessarily limited to the following:

i) Space shall be provided for the telephone jack for intercommunication.

ii) Space shall also he left for aux. transformers, transducers, cross-
connections, terminals, remote control and specific adaptation, if desired in
future.

iii) Anti-pumping device shall be housed in the cubicle.

iv) Red and green indicating lights or mechanical indicators as appropriate, to

show the position of each pole of the breaker shall be provided.

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 v) Mechanical operation counter for one breaker and visible from outside. The
counter shall register one fu11 count on the closing cycle of the breaker.

12 NAME PLATE DATA

12.1 A stainless steel or suitable aluminium alloy anodized and non-corrodible name
plate enlisting the data as specified in Clause 5.10 of IEC Publication 62271-100
and mentioned hereunder shall be attached to each circuit breaker and its operating
mechanism in a position which shall be clearly visible to a person standing on
ground.

a) Contract No. and date.

b) Manufacturer's name, trade mark and address

c) Manufacturer's type, designation and serial number

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d) Year of manufacture

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e) Standard to which manufactured

f) Rated voltage; kV
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g) Rated lightning impulse withstand voltage, kV
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h) Rated frequency, Hz
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i) Rated normal current, A

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j) Rated short circuit breaking current, kA

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k) Rated asymmetrical breaking current, kA

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l) Rated duration of short circuit, Sec.

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m) Rated operating duty

n) Total break time at rated breaking current, ms .

o) Rated out of phase breaking current, kA

p) First pole to clear factor

q) Type of operating mechanism

r) Rated supply voltage of operating mechanism, V

s) Rated supply frequency of operating mechanism, where applicable, Hz

t) Rated supply voltage of closing and opening devices, V

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 u) Rated supply voltage of auxiliary circuits, V .

v) No. of tripping coils

w) Rated pressure of SF6 gas at 20 C in bars.

x) Max. gas pressure, where applicable, bars

y) Min gas pressure, where applicable, bars

z) Volume of SF6 gas per pole, where applicable, litters

aa) Leakage of SFS gas per year where applicable, ml.

ab) Mass per pole with SF6, where applicable, Kg.

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13 TESTS

13.1
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All routine and type tests shall be performed in accordance with IEC Publication
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62271-100 and 60694, and amendments thereof.
13.2 Routine Tests
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The following routine tests shall be made on all circuit breakers supplied under this
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specification.
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a) Dielectric test on the main circuit (Power frequency voltage withstand tests on
the main circuit). Sub-Clause 7.1 of IEC Publication 62271-100 and Clause 7 of
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IEC Publication 60694 is applicable for these tests.

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b) Dielectric tests on auxiliary and control circuits (Power frequency voltage

withstand tests on the auxiliary and control circuits). Sub-clause 7.2 of IEC
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Publication 62271-100 and Clause 7 of IEC Publication 60694 is applicable for

these tests.

c) Measurement of the resistance of the main circuit (Contact resistance test). Sub-
clause 7.3 of IEC Publication 62271-100 and Clause 7 of IEC Publication 60694
is applicable for these tests.

d) Tightness test (SF6 gas and hydraulic oil pressure leakages test). Sub-clause 7.4
of IEC Publication 62271-100 and Clause 7 of IEC Publication 60694 is
applicable for these tests.

This test shall also include the complete gas and hydraulic fluid handling and
storage system for each phase including tanks, piping, valves, reservoirs, and
gauges assembled and tested for leaks at normal working pressure. The loss of
pressure shall not exceed 5 percent in 5 hours, or manufacturer's guaranteed values,
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 whichever is smaller.

e) Design and visual checks. Sub-clause 7.5 of IEC Publication 62271-100 and
Clause 7 of IEC Publication 60694 is applicable for these tests.

f) Mechanical operating tests. Sub-clause 7.101 of IEC Publication 62271-100 is

applicable. These tests shall also include the followings:

f-1) Stored Energy System Tests

One pole of the circuit breaker shall be operated electrically a sufficient number
of times without assistance of the central plant air compressor, local gas
compressors, or local pumps to reduce the system pressure from normal pressure
to the pressure at which the circuit breaker will no longer operate satisfactorily.
The number of operations and the pressure in the storage tank after each
operation shall be recorded.

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f-2) Travel Diagrams

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Travel diagram shall be obtained for each interrupter unit in the circuit breaker by
means of an operation analyzer, with control voltages as stated below. The
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analyzer shall have a direct reading chart with a vertical scale equal to actual
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travel of the circuit breakers moving contacts. Oscillographic tests may be
submitted in lieu of analyzer tests. Curves shall be made of the following
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operations:
i) Open at normal voltage.
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ii) Open at minimum voltage.

iii) Close at normal voltage.
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iv) Close at minimum voltage.

v) Open and immediately close at normal voltage.
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vi) Open and immediately close at minimum voltage.

vii) Close and trip free at normal voltage. This test shall be made with
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one pole of the circuit breaker in series with the trip - free circuit.
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The above mentioned travel diagrams shall be obtained with normal and minimum
SF6 gas pressure together with the corresponding normal and minimum voltage
conditions respectively.
Travel diagram as specified above shall show contact travel against cycles (50, Hz
base) and shall have the following points marked thereon:
f-2-1) Opening Operation:

1. Trip coil energized.

2. Movement starts.
3. Main contacts part.
4. Arcing contacts part
5. Arc quenching operation starts.
6. Arc extinguished (max. interruption time).
7. Arcing contacts completely open.
8. Movement completed..
9. Pre-insertion opening resistor contact close/open, if applicable.
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 f-2-2) A similar travel diagram for a closing operation with the following points
shown thereon:

l. Closing relay energized.

2. Arcing contacts touch.
3. Arcing contacts fully closed.
4. Main contacts touch.
5. Main contacts fully closed.
6. Pre-insertion closing resistor contact close/open, if applicable.
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f-2-3) A similar diagram for an opening operation and unsuccessful reclosing

operation onto fault shall also be obtained. This is to consist of an open -0.3 sec.-
close-open operation.

13.2.1 Over pressure withstand test of porcelain enclosure/insulator bushings

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(interrupters and support porcelains).

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Each porcelain enclosure/insulator bushings (interrupters and support porcelains) or
insulating tube which is, or, may be, subjected to internal pressure from the breaker
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shall be given a pressure test of not less than three times the maximum pressure to
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which it could be subjected in service, held for a period of one minute.
13.3 Type Test
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13.3.1 Identification of Circuit Breaker for Type Test

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The type test reports shall incorporate design information and details sufficient to
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identify the design of the tested circuit breaker with that of other circuit breakers
proposed to be of the same design and construction. Such information shall include
but is not restricted to the following. Drawing of circuit breaker general assembly,
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cross-sections of the breaker through the axis of arcing contacts, details of arc
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control devices, contacts and operating mechanism of the breaker, information

about the materials used, the outline and other important dimensions such as the
travel of moving contacts etc. the details of mountings, fixings and insulators, the
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working details of operating mechanisms such as the supply voltage, working

pressure of hydraulic mechanisms.

13.3.2 The following type tests shall be made on one representative circuit breaker out of
the circuit breakers of the same design which shall be supplied to prove their
characteristics. However, NTDC/WAPDA reserves its right to accept test
certificates from an independent international laboratory on similar circuit breaker
in lieu of actual tests.
a) Dielectric tests

b) Radio interference voltage (RIV) tests

c) Measurement of the resistance of the main circuit
d) Temperature rise tests
e) Short-time withstand current and peak withstand current tests
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 f) Tightness tests
g) Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)tests
h) Mechanical operation tests at ambient temperature
i) Short circuit current making and breaking tests

j) Capacitive current switching tests: Line-charging current breaking tests

k) Capacitive current switching tests: Cable-charging current breaking tests

l) Verification of the degree of protection
m) Extended mechanical endurance tests.
n) Low and high temperature tests

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p) Static terminal load tests

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q) Critical current tests
r) Short line fault tests 5
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s) Out-of-phase making and breaking tests
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t) Single phase and double earth fault tests

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14 DRAWINGS AND DESCRIPTIVE DATA

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14.1 Drawings
" and Data to be submitted with the Tender
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14.1.1 The information listed in clause 14.3 shall be supplied with the Tender.
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14.1.2 Confirmation that the manufactures are the original designers of the circuit breakers
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or alternatively details of the license under which manufactured, including from

whom and when obtained for what period and a certificate to this effect.

14.1.3 List of Contracts placed and deliveries made for the type of circuit breakers offered
against this Tender should be supplied. The list should indicate quantity, the year
when the deliveries were made and the agency giving full. address, to whom the
supplies were made.

14.1.4 Detailed description of quality control, testing and research facilities.

14.1.5 Routine and type test reports of similar type of circuit breakers having ratings same
or in vicinity of those offered.

14.1.6 Out-line drawing showing circuit breakers fully erected, with hoisting space
required, shipping conditions, list of accessories main characteristic ratings,
minimum phase to ground creepage distance along with static and dynamic loading.
The supporting photographs indicating fully erected and hoisting conditions shall
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 accompany.
14.1.7 Descriptive data/literature indicating clearly the construction and operation of the
circuit breaker.

14.1.8 The minimum electrical clearance between stationary and moving conducting parts
when the circuit breaker is in the normal open position.

14.1.9 Attach drawing showing additional clear space required for removal of bushings
and/or interrupters also showing additional height or width required for use of
normal closing mechanism.

14.1.10 Front views of the marshalling and operating cubicles showing all the components
installed.

14.1.11. Interconnection diagram between individual operating cubicles and marshalling

cubicles, including schematic diagram.

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14.1.12 The details of the operating mechanism, literature and catalogue data showing full
details of the opening and closing sequence of the mechanisms under all conditions,

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including the following details:
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-Schematic diagram along with description for circuits indicating a cross –
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referenced list of all the components.
- Description of all automatic features.
- Description of facilities for elimination of moisture and dirt in the system.
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- Power supply data.

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14.1.13 The chart or the curve and the procedure for showing the breaker rating factors for
evaluating the breaking capacity on various auto-reclosing duty cycles of the
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offered circuit breakers.

14.1.14 Rate of rise of system transient recovery voltage that manufacturer will guarantee
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the circuit breakers shall withstand after interrupting full breaking capacity and at
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one half of the breaking capacity.

14.1.15 Full description of any device incorporated in a circuit breaker to limit or control
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the rate of rise of restriking voltage across the circuit breaker contacts or
alternatively a confirmation to the contrary.
14.1.16 The details of minor and the general maintenance requirement for servicing and
replacement of the contacts, and the recommended requirements of maintenance
after prescribed number of switching operations at:

a) full short-circuit capacity (l00 percent)

b) half short-circuit capacity (50 percent)
c) quarter short-circuit capacity (25 percent)
d) normal rated current capacity.

14.2 Approval Drawings

a) Instruction book for installation, storing, commissioning, operation and

maintenance and spare parts book. These instructions shall be in accordance

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b) Rating plate of the circuit breaker.
c) Dimensional drawing of circuit breaker also showing dimensions of each
individual part including terminal studs for high voltage connections and
size of terminals for earthing.

d) Drawing showing static and dynamic loading of circuit breaker during the
opening and closing operations and other data required for design of
foundations.
e) Schematic and wiring diagrams of control scheme including closing,
tripping and auxiliary circuits and operating mechanism.
f) List of components alongwith their electrical characteristics. Reference of
use of each part of the component in various drawings mentioned, shall also
be given.
g) Outdoor control cubicle dimensional drawings including the equipment

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14.3 Schedule
--'-' of Technical
---- "- ---------- - Data

The following information as applicable shall be furnished with the tender for each
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type of circuit breaker:
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GENERAL
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1 Manufacturer’s name and address _____________________

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2 Type of circuit breaker _____________________

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3 Type designation _____________________

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4 Class _____________________
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5 No. of poles _____________________

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6 Suitability for three phase/single phase operation _____________________

and rapid reclosing
7 Standard specification to which manufactured _____________________
with year of publication
8 Test Report Certificates

a) Issuing Institute / Authority _____________________

b) No. and date _____________________

RATING

1 Rated Voltage kV _____________________

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 2 Rated Insulation Level

i) Lightning Impulse withstand kV peak _____________________

ii) Switching impulse withstand kV peak _____________________
iii) Power frequency withstand kV rms _____________________

3 Rated frequency Hz _____________________

4 Rated continuous current A _____________________

5 Rated peak short circuit breaking current kA _____________________

6 Rated asymmetrical short circuit breaking current kA _____________________

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8 Rated symmetrical short circuit breaking current kA _____________________

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9 Rated short time current for 1 Sec. kA _____________________
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10 Rated short time current for 3 sec. kA _____________________

11 Rated making current kA _____________________

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12 Rated TRV for terminal faults

i) At 100% rated short circuit breaking current

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(representation by 4 parameters)
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u1 = first reference voltage kV _____________________

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t1= first time coordinate Micro _____________________

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uc = TRV peak value kV _____________________

t2 = second time coordinate Micro Sec _____________________

td = time delay Micro Sec _____________________

u1 = voltage coordinate kV _____________________

t1 = third time coordinate Micro Sec _____________________

u1/t1 = rate of rise Kv/Mirco _____________________

Sec
First pole-to clear factor _____________________

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 ii) At 60% rated short circuit breaking current
(representation by 2 parameters)
uc = Reference voltage (TRV peak value) kV _____________________

t3 = time to reach uc Micro _____________________

Sec.
td = time delay Micro Sec _____________________

u1 = delay line voltage coordinate kV _____________________

t1 = delay line time coordinate Micro Sec _____________________

uc/t3 = initial rate of rise kV/Micro _____________________

Sec

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iii) At 30% and 10% rated short circuit breaking

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current (representation by 2 parameters)

uc = Reference voltage (TRV peak value) 5 kV _____________________

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t3 = time to reach uc Micro Sec _____________________
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td = time delay Micro Sec _____________________

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u1 = delay line voltage coordinate kV _____________________

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t1 = delay line time coordinate Micro Sec _____________________

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uc/t3 = rate of rise kV/Micro _____________________

Sec
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First pole-to-clear factor _____________________

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13. Rated characteristics for short line faults at rated

interrupting current.
i) Standard values of TRV of supply circuit: _____________________

a) Representation by 4 parameters _____________________

u1=first reference voltage Kv _____________________

t1=first time coordinate Micro Sec _____________________

uc=TRV peak value kV _____________________

t2=second time coordinate Micro Sec _____________________

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 td=time delay Micro Sec _____________________

u1=voltage coordinate kV _____________________

t1=third time coordinate Micro Sec _____________________

u1/t1=rate of rise kV/Micro _____________________

Sec
ii) Standard values of rated line characteristics: _____________________

Z= rated surge impedance Ohms _____________________

K= rated peak factor _____________________

S=RRRV factor kV/kA. _____________________

Micro Sec

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14. Maximum pole spread from first to last pole to m sec _____________________
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15. Rated operating sequence 5 _____________________
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16. Rated out-of-phase breaking current kA _____________________
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17. Out-of-phase switching duty at 180 (% of % _____________________

symmetrical)
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18. Line charging breaking capacity

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a) Rated Current A _____________________

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b) Over voltage factor _____________________

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ii) At 110% normal system voltage

a) Rated Current A _____________________

b) Over voltage factor _____________________

iii) At 125% normal system voltage

a) Rated Current A _____________________

b) Over-voltage factor _____________________

19. Cable charging breaking capacity:

a) Rated current A _____________________

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 b) Over-voltage factor _____________________

20. Small inductive breaking capacity

a) Rated current A _____________________

b) Over voltage factor _____________________

21. Single capacitor breaking capacity

a) Rated Current A _____________________

b) Over voltage factor _____________________

22. Maximum RIV at 1 MHz at 5% above maximum Micro _____________________

voltage Volt

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PERFORMANCE DATA

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1. Ambient conditions _____________________

i) Maximum ambient temperature range

5 C _____________________
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ii) Relative air humidity % _____________________
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2. Temperature rise at normal rated current

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i) Contacts C _____________________
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ii) Terminals C _____________________

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iii) Other metal parts C _____________________

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3. i) Rated voltage of
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a) Closing coil VDC _____________________

b) Tripping coil VDC _____________________

ii) Rated power consumption of:

a) Closing coil W _____________________

b) Tripping coil W _____________________

iii) Control Currents:

a) Tripping coil A _____________________

b) Closing coil A _____________________

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 4. Range of rated control and auxiliary supply viz:

i) Control – maximum/minimum VDC _____________________

ii) Operating mechanism – maximum/minmum VDC-VAC _____________________

iii) Tripping voltage – maximum/minimum VDC _____________________

5. Tolerance in operating time % _____________________

6. Rated closing time ms _____________________

7. Rated breaking time ms _____________________

8. Rated make time (from energization of the ms _____________________

closing coil to the instant when the current begins

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9. Rated dead time:

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i) Minimum open-close dead time 5 ms _____________________
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ii) Minimum close-open dead time ms _____________________
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10. Maximum arc duration ms _____________________

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11. Rated reclosing time (between arc extinction in ms _____________________

all poles in the opening operation and first
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establishment of current in any pole in the

subsequent closing operation)
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12. Rated opening time (from energisation of trip coil ms _____________________

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to contact parting)

13. Maximum total break time for 0 to 25 percent of ms _____________________

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rated breaking capacity

14. Max.total break time for 25 to 100 percent of ms _____________________

capacity.

15. Range of adjustment for reclosing time. ms _____________________

16. Maximum time interval between first and last ms _____________________

pole for 3 pole operation.

17. Rated permissible tripping delay. Ms _____________________

18. Additional time for breaking the resistor current , ms _____________________

if applicable.

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 19. Time for contact touching to contact parting ms _____________________
during close-open operation.

20. Speed of contact travel through arcing zone. m/sec _____________________

21. Total No. of possible operations(life time of _____________________

operating mechanism if stipulated maintenance is
performed)

22. No. of operations after which maintenance is _____________________

needed under normal conditions of operation.

23. Whether breaker suitable for independent pole _____________________

operation.

24. Whether breaker is suitable for high speed 3-pole _____________________

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25. No. of switching operations required for :

i) Full short circuit capacity (100 percent). 5 _____________________

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ii) Half short circuit capacity (50 percent) _____________________
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iii) Quarter short circuit capacity (25 percent) _____________________

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iv) Normal rated current capacity _____________________

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26. Permissible shaft loading of breaker terminals:

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i) Horizontal Kg _____________________
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ii) Vertical Kg _____________________

iii) Longitudinal Kg _____________________

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27. Insulator column: _____________________

i) Type _____________________

ii) Manufacturer _____________________

iii) Number units per column _____________________

iv) Diameter of insulators. mm _____________________

v) Phase to phase clearance. mm _____________________

vi) Creepage distance phase-to-phase. mm _____________________

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 vii) External striking distance

-phase to phase. mm _____________________

-phase to ground mm _____________________

viii) Ultimate strength of columns:

- Cantilever N _____________________

- Tension N _____________________

- Torsion N.m _____________________

- Compression N _____________________

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ii) Type of plating 5 _____________________
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iii) Thickness of plating material _____________________

iv) Contact pressure _____________________

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v) Dimensions of contact mm×mm× _____________________

mm
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vi) Current density on contacts at rated A/mm2 _____________________

continuous current
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a) N.O. _____________________
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b) N.C. _____________________

ii) No. of spare auxiliary contacts

a) N.O. _____________________

b) N.C. _____________________

iii) No. of reversible switches _____________________

iv) No. of adjustable switches _____________________

30. Minimum clearance between moving and mm _____________________

stationary parts with the circuit breakers in the

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CONSTRUCTION/DESIGN

1. No. of breaks per pole _____________________

2. Total length of break per pole mm _____________________

3. Voltage distribution across each break _____________________

4. No. of operating mechanisms for 3-phase circuit _____________________

breaker

5. Voltage drop across main contacts at rated m _____________________

current/Contact resistance volts/micr
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6. Type of arcing contacts _____________________

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7. Length of stroke of moving contact Mm _____________________

8. Maximum noise at a distance of 10m from

5 dB _____________________
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closing operation
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9. Whether trip free or fixed trip _____________________

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10. Provision of anti-pumping device _____________________

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11. Provision of grading capacitances alongwith Pf _____________________

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12. Provision of device, if any for limiting RRRV _____________________

13. Pre-insertion closing resistors, if used

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i) Resistance Ohm _____________________

ii) Insertion time Ms _____________________

14. Pre-insertion opening resistor, if used

i) Resistance Ohm _____________________

ii) Insertion time Ms _____________________

15. Provision of absorbing agent in SF6 circuit _____________________

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 OPERATING MECHANISM

1. Type of operating mechanism _____________________

2. Method of opening mechanism _____________________

3. Method of closing mechanism _____________________

4. i) Rated voltage of the charging motor in the V _____________________

operating

mechanism

ii) Total power consumption of motor Watts _____________________

iii) Stalled current of motor A _____________________

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iv) Maximum running current at rated voltage A _____________________
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v) Whether thermal magnetic protection provided 5 _____________________
for the motor
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5. No. of close-open operations possible with the No. _____________________
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stored energy.
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6. i) Heater voltage V _____________________

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ii) Heater power Watts _____________________

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7. Hydraulic Mechanism

i) Rated pressure of oil for operation Bars _____________________

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a) Minimum Bars _____________________

b) Maximum Bars _____________________

c) Nominal _____________________

ii) Time required for the motor of hydraulic pump

to charge the pressure from:

a) Minimum to maximum hydraulic pressure Sec _____________________

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 b) Zero to maximum hydraulic pressure Sec _____________________

iii) Storage compartment pressure Bars _____________________

iv) Storage compartment size m3 _____________________

v) Operating mechanism pressure monitoring:

a) Pressure relief value operation Bars _____________________

b) Oil pump ‘ON’ indication Bars _____________________

c) Actuation of low pressure alarm

(stage-I) Bars _____________________

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(stage-II) Bars _____________________

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d) Low oil pressure lockout:

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- Auto reclosing lockout 5 Bars _____________________
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- Closing lockout Bars _____________________

- Tripping lockout Bars _____________________

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vi) No. of close-open operations possible from _____________________

max to min. allowable hydraulic pressure
(without recharging)
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vii) Type and quantity of hydraulic oil used

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viii) Type and quantity of gas used for primary

pressure
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ix) No. and description of safety alarms provided

for:

a) _____________________

b) _____________________

c) _____________________

8 MOTOR SPRING MECHANISM:

i) Time required for the motor to recharge the

closing spring

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 No. and description of safety alarms provided sec _____________________
for:

a) _____________________

b) _____________________

c) _____________________

iii) Type and quantity of oil/fluid used in opening

and closing dashpot/damping devices

For SF6 gas:

i) Normal SF6 pressure at 20oC Bars _____________________

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ii) Normal operating pressure Bars _____________________

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iii) Maximum SF6 operating pressure Bars _____________________

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iv) Minimum SF6 operating pressure 5 Bars _____________________
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v) No. of operations from SF6 stored at circuit _____________________
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vi) SF6 pressure monitoring:

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a) Opening of safety pressure relief device Bars _____________________

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b) Actuation of low pressure alarm

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(stage-I) Bars _____________________

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(stage-II) Bars _____________________

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c) Reclosing lockout Bars _____________________

d) Closing lockout Bars _____________________

e) Tripping lockout Bars _____________________

f) Leakage of SF6 gas for year per circuit milli litres _____________________
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g) Safety pressure relief device setting

Bars

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 WEIGHT, DIMENSIONS AND
MISCELLANEOUS

1. Overall height Mm _____________________

2. Overall width Mm _____________________

3. Overall length Mm _____________________

4. Maximum shipping dimensions of largest item mm×mm× _____________________

mm

5. Minimum phase spacing Mm _____________________

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7. i) Minimum creepage distance between live Mm _____________________

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terminals

ii) Minimum creepage distance phase to earth

5 Mm _____________________
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8. Creepage distance across capacitors, if applicable Mm _____________________
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9. H.V. terminals studs (attach drawings)

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i) Materials _____________________
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ii) Dimensions mm×mm× _____________________

Length x width x thickness mm
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10. Impact vertical loading per pole Kg _____________________

11. Horizontal loading of operating mechanism Kg _____________________

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12. Impact vertical loading of operating mechanism Kg _____________________

13. Weight per pole of circuit breaker with SF6 where Kg _____________________
applicable

14. Weight of SF6 gas per pole at atmospheric Kg _____________________

pressure, where applicable

15. Weight of supporting steel structure Kg _____________________

16. Total weight of complete circuit breaker Kg _____________________

17. Circuit breaker outline drawing No.

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 18. Circuit Breaker designed for: _____________________

-Wind velocity Km/h _____________________

- Icing Mm _____________________

- Earthquake (horizontal ground acceleration) G _____________________

19. Foundation loading: _____________________

i) Load for which the foundations is to be

designed (this figure is the sum of breaker
weight plus impact expressed in terms of Kg _____________________
static force)

ii) Uplift for which the foundation should be

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designed Kg _____________________

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iii) All loads, forces and moments acting at
the top of the foundation (including forces
due to operation of the equipment) 5 Kg. _____________________
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15 SPARE PARTS
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15.1 The requirements of spare parts are as listed in clause 16 .7 and shall be delivered
alongwith the first consignment of the circuit breakers.
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15.2 All spare parts shall be new, unused and strictly inter-changeable with the parts by
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which they are intended to be replaced, and shall strictly conform to the relevant
specifications.
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15.3 The Tenderer shall attach to this list:

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i) A list with the prices of the supplementary spare parts, which he deems
necessary to stock.
ii) A list with prices of the spare parts necessary when alternatives are offered,
while preparing the list of the supplementary spare parts the Tenderer shall
keep the contents of clause 16.4 in view.

15.4 Estimation of Requirements

15.4.1 The list of the spare parts has been prepared keeping in view the following
concepts:

i) Replacement required in due course of time due to wear and tear of the
equipment under normal working conditions.

ii) Replacement required due to accidents, malfunctioning of the equipment or

any other emergencies.
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 iii) Replacement of the heat sensitive parts such as gaskets, due to severe
service conditions.

15.5 Spare Parts Book

15.5.1 For each separate piece of equipment the manufacturer shall give a spare parts
book. This spare parts book shall contain an assembly drawing of the equipment
which shall show all parts of the equipment separately marked, designated and
referenced. The book shall also contain sketches of each part with the part number
and the designation of the part. The material of the part shall also be indicated.
These sketches and lists of parts shall be cross-indexed with the assembly drawings.
The spare parts book shall present information in a simple manner so that non-
technical personnel may be able to indent these spare parts. The lists of spare parts
required shall be made with reference to the spare parts book.

15.6 Packing

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conditions specified in clause 3. Each spare part shall be clearly marked or labelled

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on the outside on its packing with its description and purpose, and when more than
one spare part is packed in a single case or container, a genera1 description of its
contents shall be shown on the outside of such case or container and a detailed list
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enclosed. All cases, containers or other packages shall be marked and numbered in
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an approved manner for purposes of identification.

15.6.2 All cases, containers or other packages are liable to be opened for examination and
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packing shall be designed to facilitate opening and thereafter repacking.

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15.7 Spares parts

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The following spare parts as applicable shall be required for each group of 10 circuit breakers of
same characteristics and ratings.
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1. Single pole circuit breaker complete (excluding base 1 No.

structure)
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2. Upper part of a single pole/interrupting unit complete (i.e. 1 No.

porcelain and moving and fixed contact system)
3. Insulating operating rod. 1 No.
4. Fixed contact system complete 1 No.
5. Set of porcelain insulators of one pole(of interrupter and 1 No.
support insulators)
6. Operating mechanism complete 1 No.
7. Auxiliary switch set 1 No.
8. Safety pressure relief device for one pole 3 No.
9. Moving contact system complete 1 No.
10. Closing coils 2 Nos.
14. Trip coils 2 Nos.
15. Set of gasket for one pole 3 Sets

17. Molecular sieves/Dryer element for SF6 for one pole 3 Nos.
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 18. SF6 gas in standard containers (sufficient for 3 breakers) 1 Lot
19. Fuses of each type used 1 Set
20. Motors and pumps of each type used. 1 Set
21. Set of spares for operating mechanism (please attach list) 1 Set

15.8 One copy of Instruction Manual for erection, commissioning, operation and
maintenance enclosed in thick polythene bag, shall be placed in the main casing of
each circuit breaker. An identification tag to this effect shall be provided outside the
crate.

16 SPECIAL TOOLS/DEVICES

The following special tools/devices shall be supplied which shall be required for the
purpose of handling/maintenance of circuit breaker and operating mechanism:
i) Manual charging and discharging of closing springs or hydraulic pressure, as required

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according to the type of operating mechanism used.

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ii) Slow moving devices for closing and opening of the circuit breaker, as required according
to the type of operating mechanism used.

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