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4-P-171 - 2008 500 - 220KV CBs
4-P-171 - 2008 500 - 220KV CBs
SPECIFICATION P-171:2008
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500kV AND 220kV ALTERNATING CURRENT CIRCUIT
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LAHORE PAKISTAN
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SPECIFICATION P-171:2008
CONTENTS
Foreword
1 Scope
2 Normative References
3 Service conditions
4 Ratings
5 Design and construction
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6 Control and auxiliary equipment
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7 Operating mechanisms
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8 Tests -22-
9 Transportation, storage, installation, operation and maintenance
10 Drawings and descriptive data
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FOREWORD
2 This specification is intended for the procurement of material and does not include all the
necessary provisions of a contract.
3 The specification P-171 was first written for 220kV circuit breakers in 1973 at the time of
issuing tenders for 220kV grid station Burhan. This edition was in the form of a chapter
included in the main volume of specifications for the sub station equipment. This included
air blast as well as minimum oil circuit breakers. In 1983, this chapter was reviewed and
rewritten in the form of standard specifications and included the sulphur hexafluoride (SF6)
gas circuit breakers only, where as air blast and minimum oil circuit breakers were deleted.
Now, the specification P-171 has been reviewed, updated and rewritten to include 500kV
SF6 gas circuit breakers in addition to 220kV circuit breakers.
4 This edition i.e. specification P-171: 2008 for 500kV and 220kV alternating current (AC)
circuit breakers, cancels and replaces all the previous editions of specification P-171: 83.
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5 This specification is subjected to revision as and when required.
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1.1 This specification is applicable to the 500kV and 220kV alternating current (AC) circuit
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breakers having sulphur hexafluoride (SF6 gas) arc interruption and insulation medium, for
outdoor installation and operation at three-phase 50 Hz solidly grounded system.
1.2 This specification is also applicable to the operating mechanisms / operating devices and
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control and auxiliary equipment of these circuit breakers. The motor spring charged and/or
hydraulic oil pressure operated type operating mechanisms have standardized for use with
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2 NORMATIVE REFERENCES
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2.1 This specification is mainly based on the guidelines given in IEC Publication 62271-100
for "high voltage alternating current circuit breakers", IEC Publication 60694 for “common
specifications for high voltage switchgear and control gear standards” and other standards
which have been made references in these IEC publications.
2.2 In case the requirements laid down here in this specification differ from those given in the
IEC Publications in any particular case, the circuit breaker shall comply with the
requirements laid down here in this specification, in regard to that particular item.
2.3 The definitions given in the IEC Publications shall apply here in this specification.
3 SERVICE CONDITIONS
The circuit breakers, including its operating mechanisms, control and auxiliary equipment
and accessories which form an integral part of them shall be suitable for use and
satisfactory operation in accordance with their rated characteristics under the following
service conditions.
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3.1 Atmospheric Condition
It may be assumed that the air is not normally heavily polluted by dust, smoke, corrosive
gases, vapors or salt. However, at certain times of the year severe dust storms may be
experienced.
Maximum +50oC
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Maximum mean over any 24 hours +45 C
Mean in any year +30oC
Minimum -10oC
Rapid temperature changes should be taken into account.
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The relative humidity may range from 0 to 100 %. The maximum value of the ambient
temperature and humidity however do not occur simultaneously. During the monsoons in
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summer season high humidity may persist for many days at a time along with temperatures
ranging from 30oC to 40oC.-22-
3.4 Altitude
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The circuit breakers shall be suitable for installation up to 1000 meters above sea level.
The maximum wind load shall be taken as 122 kg/sq. m (corresponding to wind speed of
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44.2 m/s.
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3.6 Vibrations
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Vibrations due to causes external to the switchgear and control gear such as due to
earthquakes are likely to occur up to the level 0.3 to 0.5 g (ground acceleration-horizontal).
Solar radiation up to a level of 1000 W/m2 (on a clear day at noon) should be considered.
3.9 Induced electromagnetic disturbances
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3.10 Condensation
4 RATINGS
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ii) Rated voltage (Ur); see note-2 kV 550 245
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iii) Rated insulation level; see note-3
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a) Lightning impulse withstand voltage kV peak 1550 / 1550 / 1050 / 1050 /
(phase- to-earth / between phases / across the 1550(+315) / 1050 / 1200
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open breaker and/or isolating distance) (Up); 1550 (+315); see
see note-6 note-4
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b) Switching impulse withstand voltage kV peak 1175 / 1175/1760 Not Applicable
(phase-to-earth / across the open breaker / / 900 (+450); see
between phases / across isolating distance) note-5
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kV 2 2
across control and auxiliary circuits and earth
v) Rated Frequency (fr)
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Hz 50 50
vi) Rated normal current (Ir) at temperature
A 3150 2000
rise 50 oC
vii) Rated short-time withstand current (Ik) kA 63 50
viii) Rated peak withstand current(Ip) kA 157.5 125
ix) Rated duration of short-circuit (tk) Second One One
x) Rated supply voltage of closing and
opening devices and of auxiliary and control VDC 220 220
circuits (Ua); See note-7
xi) Rated supply frequency of closing and
DC DC DC
opening devices and of auxiliary circuits
xii) Rated SF6 gas pressure for insulation and
Bar ≤ 7.0 ≤ 6.0
interruption (at 20oC)
xiii) Rated short-circuit breaking current (Isc) Ka 63 50
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xiv) Percentage DC component of rated
% 50 40
short-circuit breaking current
xv) Rated transient recovery voltage (TRV)
peak for terminal faults, 1.3 first-pole-to-clear kV peak 817 364
factor, 2 kV/micro second RRRV
xvi) Rated TRV peak for short-line fault kV peak 629 280
xvii) Rated TRV peak for out-of-phase
kV peak 1123 500
breaking
xviii) Rated short-circuit making current kA 157.5 125
xix) Rated operating sequence O-0.3 sec-CO-3 min-CO
xx) Rated time quantities
a) Opening time ≤ ms 30 30
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b) Break-time ≤ ms 50 50
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c) Closing time ≤ ms 80 80
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d) Open-close time -22- ≥ ms 300 300
e) Re-closing time ≤ ms 300 300
f) Close-open time ≤ ms
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40 40
g) Rated break time at minimum voltage or
≤ ms 40 40
pressure of operating device
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Note-1; Nominal voltage (Un): The phase-to-phase voltage (also referred as line-voltage) by
which the system is specified and to which certain operating characteristics are referred.
Nominal voltage is the same as that the nominal system voltage.
Note-2; Rated voltage (Ur): The rated voltage indicates the upper limit of the highest
voltage of the system for which the circuit breaker is intended.
Note-3; Rated insulation level: The rated insulation level is a combination of standard
withstand-voltages associated with the rated voltages of the circuit breakers which
characterize the dielectric strength of the insulation.
Note-4; In column (3) lightning impulse withstand voltage values given in brackets are the
peak value of the power-frequency voltage (Ur) x 0.7 x √2 / √3 applied to the opposite
terminal (combined voltage).
Note-5; In column (3) switching impulse withstand voltage values given in brackets are the
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peak value of the power-frequency voltage (Ur) x √2 / √3 applied to the opposite terminal
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(combined voltage).
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Note-6; In column (1);
i) The withstand voltage value ‘across the isolating distances’ are valid only for the
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switching devices where the clearance between open contacts is designed to meet the safety
requirements specified for disconnectors.
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ii) For type tests of 500 kV circuit breakers, the power-frequency withstand voltage value
specified for phase-to-earth is applicable.
iii) For routine tests of 500 kV circuit breakers, the power-frequency withstand voltage
values specified for phase-to-earth, phase-to-phase and across the open circuit breaker are
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applicable.
iv) For 500 kV circuit breakers, the power-frequency withstand voltage values specified for
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across open circuit breaker and/or isolating distance, the switching impulse withstand
voltage values specified for between phases and across isolating distance, and the lightning
impulse withstand voltage values specified for across open circuit breaker and/or isolating
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Note-7; the other voltage levels that may be applicable to control and auxiliary
equipment are given in sub-clause 6.9 (iii).
4.1 The circuit breaker shall be capable of carrying continuously the rated normal current under
specified conditions of use and behavior without any deterioration and with a temperature
rise not exceeding the values specified in Table-3 of IEC Publication 60694 and as
reproduced hereunder in sub-clause 4.2, table-1 with modified format.
The temperature rise of the various parts of the circuit breaker and auxiliary and control
equipment (main and arcing contacts, bolted or equivalent connections, terminals,
continuously and short-duration energized coils, materials used as insulation, accessible
parts expected to be touched or not touched in normal service, etc.) shall not exceed the
values specified in Table-3 of IEC Publication 60694, as reproduced hereunder in table-1
with modified format to suit the requirements of SF6 gas circuit breakers. The reference
ambient temperature shall be taken as 50oC.
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Table-1; Limits of temperature and temperature rise of various parts, materials and
dielectrics of high-voltage SF6 gas circuit breakers
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bare-copper alloy in SF6 gas
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3) Contacts; silver-coated or 105 65 (See point 3&5)
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nickel coated in air
4) Contacts; silver-coated or 105 65 (See point 3, 4&5)
nickel coated in SF6 gas
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5) Contacts; tin-coated in air 90 50 (See point 3&5)
6) Contacts; tin-coated in 90 50 (See point 3, 4&5)
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SF6 gas
7) Connection, bolted or the 90 50 (See point 3)
equivalent; bare-copper,
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equivalent; bare-copper,
bare-copper alloy or bare-
aluminum alloy in SF6 gas
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equivalent; silver-coated or
nickel coated in air
10) Connection, bolted or 115 75 (See point 3, 4&5)
the equivalent; silver-coated
or nickel coated in SF6 gas
11) Connection, bolted or 105 65 (See point 3)
the equivalent; tin-coated in
air
12) Connection, bolted or 105 65 (See point 3&4)
the equivalent; tin-coated in
SF6 gas
13) All other contacts or (See point 5) (See point 5) -
connections made of bare
metals or coated with other
materials
14) Terminals for the 90 50 (See point 6)
connection to external
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conductors by screws or
bolts; bare
15) Terminals for the 105 65 (See point 6)
connection to external
conductors by screws or
bolts; silver, nickel or tin-
coated
16) Terminals for the - - (See point 6&7)
connection to external
conductors by screws or
bolts; other coatings
17) Metal parts acting as (See point 8)
springs
18) Materials used as 90 50 (See point 9)
insulation and metal parts in
contact with insulation of;
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class-Y
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19) Materials used as 105 65 (See point 9)
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insulation and metal parts in
contact with insulation of;
class-A
20) Materials used as
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insulation and metal parts in
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contact with insulation of;
class-E
21) Materials used as 130 90 (See point 9)
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class-F
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Point 1; According to its function, the same part may belong to several categories as listed
in table-1. In this case the permissible maximum values of temperature and temperature rise
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to be considered are the lowest among the relevant categories.
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Point 2; Care shall be taken to ensure that no damage is caused to the surrounding
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Point 3; When engaging parts have different coatings or one part is of bare material, the
permissible temperatures and temperature rises shall be:-
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a) For contacts, those of the surface material having the lowest value permitted in item 1 to
6 of table-1,
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b) For connections, those of the surface material having the highest value permitted in item
7 to 12 of table-1.
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Point 4; SF6 means pure SF6 or a mixture of SF6 and other oxygen-free gases.
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Note 1; Due to the absence of oxygen, a harmonization of the limits of temperature for
different contact and connection parts in the case of SF 6 switchgear appears appropriate. In
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accordance with IEC 60943, which gives guidance for the specification of permissible
temperatures, the permissible temperature limits for bare copper and bare copper alloy parts
can be equalized to the values for silver-coated or nickel-coated parts in the case of SF 6
atmospheres.
In the particular case of tin-coated parts, due to fretting corrosion effects (refer to IEC
60943) an increase of the permissible temperatures is not applicable, even under the
oxygen-free conditions of SF6. Therefore the initial values for tin-coated parts are kept.
Note 2; Temperature rises for bare-copper and silver-coated contacts in SF 6 are under
consideration.
Point 5; The quality of the coated contacts shall be such that a continuous layer of coating
material remains in the contact area according to the relevant specifications for each
equipment after the given below tests. Otherwise, the contacts shall be regarded as "bare".
Point 6; When materials other than those given in table 1 are used, their properties shall be
considered, notably in order to determine the maximum permissible temperature rises.
Point 7; The values of temperature and temperature rise are valid even if the conductor
connected to the terminals is bare.
Point 8; The temperature shall not reach a value where the elasticity of the material is
impaired.
Point 10; Limited only by the requirement not to cause any damage to surrounding parts.
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4.3 The circuit breaker shall be capable of breaking any power from zero to its rated breaking
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current at any voltage up to the maximum rated voltage in a predominantly resistive or
inductive circuit. The total break time at all currents less than the rated current shall not
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exceed the maximum breaking time. No re-strikes at the main contacts (and at the auxiliary
contacts in the main circuit-if provided) shall be permitted under any operating duty.
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4.4 The circuit breaker 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 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 breaker shall be capable of breaking the charging currents of overhead lines,
cables and capacitor banks up to values indicated above in clause- 4. The peak switching
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over-voltage to earth, measured at the breaker terminals, when breaking these current shall
not exceed 2 times the peak rated voltage to earth. No re-strikes at the main contacts shall
be permitted under these conditions.
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4.6 The circuit breaker shall be capable of handling short-line fault conditions associated
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4.7 The circuit breaker shall be able to withstand the stresses created by evolving faults, and
shall be able to clear these faults also.
4.8 The circuit breaker shall be suitable for single-shot three-phase as well as single-phase
rapid auto-re-closing. The rated operating duty shall be O-0.3 see-CO-3 min-CO.
4.9 The circuit breaker 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 times
the normal phase voltage.
4.10. Radio interference voltage (RIV) level
The circuit breaker including its operating mechanisms, auxiliary equipment and
accessories which may influence the radio interference voltage such as grading capacitors,
corona rings, HV connectors, etc. shall be so designed and constructed that when fully
equipped and in both closed and opened position, the level of RIV is less than 2500 micro
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volts when breakers are tested at 1.1 x Ur / 3 as per sub-clause 6.3 of IEC 60694.
5.1.1 i) The circuit breaker including its operating mechanisms, control and auxiliary equipment
and accessories shall be so designed and constructed to comply with the ratings, operation
requirements and to meet all test requirements laid down herein this specification, and in
accordance with the latest editions of IEC publications as amended up to date.
ii) The design and construction shall include the requirements of insulating and arc
quenching medium, liquids used in operating mechanism, damping devices/dashpots,
earthing , control and auxiliary equipment, operating energies, operating releases, low and
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high pressure interlocking devices, nameplates, position indication, degree of protection by
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enclosures, creepage distances, gas and vacuum tightness, liquid tightness, flammability,
electromagnetic compatibility, simultaneity of poles during closing and opening, operation,
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pressure limits of fluids for operation, dangerous pressure release devices, etc.
iii) The design shall be such that installation, replacement and general maintenance may be
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undertaken with a minimum of time and expense. Liberal factor of safety shall be used
throughout the design.
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iv)The rated insulation level of all parts of the circuit breaker shall be based upon a pressure
equal to the minimum pressure of SF6 gas required for interruption at rated quantities.
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5.1.2 The circuit breaker shall have sulphur hexafluoride (SF6 gas) as arc interruption and
insulation medium with closed pressure system, single pressure puffer type.
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5.1.3 The circuit breaker shall be three-pole, outdoor type and complete with operating
mechanisms and necessary control and auxiliary equipment to make a complete operating
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unit.
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5.1.4 Each pole of the circuit breaker shall be provided with separate and independent self
contained hydraulic oil pressure operating mechanism or motor spring charged operating
mechanism, including types involving composite arrangements of these mechanisms.
5.1.5 Each pole of the circuit breaker shall be furnished as complete unit with SF6 gas
interrupters, support insulators as required, control housing, operating mechanism, with all
control and auxiliary equipment in place, all internal wiring installed and terminated in
operating mechanism housing/enclosure. Piping, mechanical operating linkages, electrical
connections, etc. shall include flexible runs to count for thermal expansion. All items shall
be arranged for convenient inspection and maintenance. Adjustable parts of the circuit
breaker shall be readily accessible with the circuit breakers installed for service.
5.1.6 Each pole of the circuit breaker shall carry necessary means for filling, recovering and
supervision of SF6 gas density/pressure.
5.1.7 Separate and independent operating mechanism shall be arranged in such a way for each
pole so as the failure of one pole to operate will not restrict the operation of other poles.
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Operating circuits of all the three operating 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.
5.1.8 The circuit breaker shall feature single-pole operation and three-pole operation by electrical
control command and shall also feature single-pole trip-free / three-pole trip-free.
5.1.9 The current transformers built into the circuit breaker are not required.
5.1.10 Arc interrupting mechanism shall be designed and fabricated to operate with minimum
possible operating energy with best performance and ample mechanical and electrical
factors of safety in all its parts. These parts shall have a minimum number of assemblies
and easy to be installed/removed for repair or inspection.
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Maximum noise level of the circuit breaker when operated to close or open the three-poles
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simultaneously shall be less than 140 dB at 1 meter horizontal distance at the perimeter of
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circuit breaker with cabinet closed.
i) All porcelains shall be of wet process, non-hygroscopic, homogeneous, glazed and free
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from cavities and other defects. The shed configuration shall be an alternating type i.e.
short-long shed.
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ii) All the porcelain insulator bushings, big or small such as for circuit breaker interrupters
and support columns shall be designed to withstand internal pressure of at least three times
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iii) Support insulator columns shall have the same insulation level as of the circuit breaker.
v) The Porcelain insulators shall have creepage distances as specified in sub-clause 5.1.13,
for operation under the prevailing service conditions. All the porcelain bushings shall be
airtight under pressure and shall have adequate mechanical strength to serve the intended
purpose and be suitable for operation under the prevailing service conditions.
Certain areas are subject to heavy polluted atmosphere conditions, therefore the extended
creepage distances (25 to 31mm/kV Ur) have standardized for porcelain insulators situated
between phase-to-earth and between terminals of a pole of the circuit breaker. The
minimum nominal creepage distance of porcelain insulators situated between phase and
earth parts shall not be less than the following:
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Rated voltage (kV) ; 550 245
5.1.14 HV terminals
i) Provision shall be made for HV terminal plate connections on either side of the poles of
circuit breaker.
ii) HV terminal plate shall be flat and terminal size in accordance with the approved
drawings.
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5.1.15 Support structures
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Each-pole of the circuit breaker shall have separate steel supporting structure. Steel
structural supports for the circuit breakers as well as all necessary related steel materials i.e.
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mounting bolts, nuts and accessories shall be designed and fabricated in accordance with
the approved design/drawings.
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i) Material and workmanship throughout shall be of best quality in accordance with the
accepted modern practices.
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ii) The screws and bolts sizes shall comply with ISO Standards for metric system. Bolts or
nuts which need to be loosened or removed for maintenance of the circuit breakers shall be
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easily accessible with the ordinary tools and they shall be adequately protected from rusting
or corrosion.
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iii) Protection against corrosion shall be ensured by the use of /suitable materials and/or by
galvanizing or the application of suitable protective coatings to the exposed surfaces, taking
into account the intended conditions of use in accordance with the service conditions stated
in clause-3.
iv)All the interior and exterior surfaces, except tanks which shall receive the
manufacturer’s standard treatment, shall be given at least one priming coat and one finish
coat of light colour paint or enamel. Interior of enclosures/compartments shall have a finish
coat of gloss white. All exterior surfaces shall be given not less than 3 coats of paint
consisting of prime and finish enamel, the finish coat shall have high grey colour. The total
dry film thickness of the 3 or more coats of paint shall not be less than 0.09mm, of which
not less than 50% shall be finish enamel.
v) The electrical and mechanical connections shall withstand the stresses imposed by the
circuit-breaker, especially those due to mechanical forces during operations.
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5.1.15 Particular requirements for 500 kV circuit breakers
i) The circuit breaker shall not have more than two-breaks per pole.
ii) Pre-insertion resistors: Pre-insertion closing resistors shall be provided in bay circuit
breakers to limit switching surges, or if necessary, to distribute the stress between breaks or
modify the voltage recovery rate. Rating of resistors shall be 400 ohms per pole equally
divided between the breaks. Minimum pre-insertion time shall be 7.5 ms which should be
adjustable to 12 ms. The closing resistor shall have the thermal capability for an out-of-
phase making operation or two times the fault making operations.
iii) Grading capacitors: The voltage across series connected interrupting contacts of circuit
breaker shall be made as nearly equal as economical design permits by shunting
interrupting contacts with suitable capacitors.
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iv) The insulation of the breaking contacts and associated resistors, capacitors, used in
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shunting the primary arcing contacts of the breaker, shall not be damaged when the
voltages indicated in clause 4 are applied across the breaker and the associated shunting
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devices while all contacts are open.
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v) The circuit breaker shall be capable of switching the shunt reactors. Therefore, it shall
be designed to accommodate the magnetizing currents, voltage transients, which occur
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as a result of switching shunt reactors. The shunt reactors of 500kV, 37MVAR or
22MVAR ratings are normally used in NTDC/WAPDA system.
vi) HV terminal plate shall be flat and terminal size in accordance with the approved
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ii) Grading capacitor and pre-insertion resistors are not required. However the design shall
permit to upgrade the breaker from 40kA to subsequently higher rating.
iii) For safe and easy installation, the circuit breaker shall be designed and constructed as
such that its each pole be factory assembled and delivered as complete one unit i.e.
interrupter, support insulator column and operating mechanism connected with each other
to avoid operating power linkages connections at site.
iv) HV terminal plate shall be flat and terminal size of 125mm x 125mm with thickness of
16mm, with 4 Nos. bolt-holes and/or in accordance with the approved drawings. The
material of terminal shall be tin-plated or silver-plated copper.
5.2.1 The tightness characteristics of the closed pressure system for SF6 gas shall be consistent
with a minimum maintenance and inspection philosophy. Well proven and highly reliable
multiple SF6 gas sealing shall be used at all joints.
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5.2.2 The relative leakage rate (Frel) of SF6 gas in each pole of the circuit breaker shall be less
than 0.5 % per year under normal specified conditions of operation and also extreme
temperature conditions.
5.2.3 Means shall be provided to enable gas system to be safely replenished whilst the circuit
breaker is in service.
5.2.4 Manufacturer shall specify the required quantity, quality and density of the gas to be used
in circuit breaker and provide necessary instructions for renewing the gas and maintaining
its required quality and quantity. Pressure verses temperature correction curve/table shall
also be included in these instructions.
5.2.5 Gas density monitoring devices with two-level alarms shall be provided. The first level
shall indicate an alarm and the second level shall prevent closing or tripping of circuit
breakers in case the SF6 gas density is too low and shall also give annunciation on control
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panel.
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5.2.6 SF6 gas density monitor/pressure gauge shall be provided on each pole of the circuit
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breaker to indicate the gas density/pressure. Maintenance of the gas monitoring system
shall be generally possible without dismantling the breaker poles and draining the SF6 gas.
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5.2.7 Pre-fabricated system of SF6 gas density monitor/pressure gauge on each pole of the circuit
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breaker shall be preferred to eliminate the chances of gas leakages due to any improper
fitting work at site.
5.2.7 Gas density in the circuit breaker shall at all time be not less than the insulating density of
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SF6.
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5.2.8 The breaker design shall prevent liquefaction and condensation of moisture on the
insulating parts of the breaker, operating mechanism and other SF6 accessories.
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5.2.9 In order to prevent liquefaction and condensation, the maximum allowable moisture content
within the circuit breaker filled with SF6 gas at rated filling density for insulation (P re) shall
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be such that the dew-point is not higher than -5 degree C for a measurement at 20 degree C.
Adequate correction shall be made for measurement at other temperatures.
5.2.10 Parts of the circuit breaker housing SF6 gas shall comply with the requirements laid down in
the relevant IEC standards.
Each pole of the circuit breaker shall be provided with a pressure relief device at its top for
release of dangerous/over-pressures of SF6 gas to avoid bursting of the porcelain insulators.
5.2.12 New SF6 gas conforming to IEC publication 60637 shall be used.
5.3 Earthing
i) The frame of each pole of circuit breaker shall be provided with two earth terminals, each
having a clamping screw or bolt for connection to an earthing conductor, capable of
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accommodating bare stranded copper earth conductor of at least 120 sq. mm cross-section
area or 12 mm diameter. The earth terminals shall be capable of carrying the rated short-
time current of the circuit breaker and shall be distinctly marked with the ‘protective earth’
and symbol of earth.
ii) Steel supporting structures supplied with the circuit breakers shall be provided with two
earth terminal with the same requirements as in above clause-5.3 (i).
iii) The enclosures and cubicles shall be provided with an earth terminal with the same
requirements as in above clause-5.3 (i).
iv) A bare copper, ground-bus bar flat strip design of suitable size (6 x 30 x 100 mm) with
tapped holes and screws shall be provided in side the enclosures and cubicles for earthing
of auxiliary equipment as required.
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i) Degree of protection according to IEC 60529 specified for all enclosures of the circuit
breaker containing parts of the main circuit allowing penetration from the outside as well as
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for enclosures of for low-voltage control and/or auxiliary circuits and mechanical operating
mechanisms and control and auxiliary equipment of the circuit breaker, shall be IP 55 with
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closed door (dust protected and jet water proof) and IP 20 with open door (protected against
access to hazardous parts).
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a) Protection of persons against access to hazardous parts and protection of the equipment
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i) A stainless steel or suitable aluminium alloy anodized and non-corrodible name plate of
the circuit breaker and its operating mechanisms shall be marked in accordance with the
clause 5.10 of IEC Publication 62271-100 (table 6) and as elaborated hereunder.
ii) As the circuit breaker has three separate poles with independent operating mechanisms,
the nameplate shall be attached to each pole of circuit breaker in addition to one to the
master control cubicle. It shall be visible in the position of normal service and installation
to a person standing on ground.
iii) The name plates and their fixings shall be weather-proof and corrosion-proof.
iv) Coils of the operating devices shall have a reference mark permitting the complete data
to be obtained from the manufacturer.
Type designation and serial number of circuit breaker and operating mechanism;
Year of manufacture;
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Rated duration of short-circuit tk; Seconds
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Rated short-circuit breaking current Isc; kA
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Hydraulic oil Low pressure alarm stage-2; bars/MPa
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Rated supply voltage of motors; V
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Mass per pole of circuit breaker M; kg
Temperature class;
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Classification based on mechanical endurance:
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i) The basic functional characteristics of the control scheme, auxiliary equipment and
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auxiliary circuits for the circuit breaker shall be such as to full fill and comply with the
essential control requirements for the intended application and as included herein.
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ii) Where special items of control equipment are used, they shall operate within the limits
specified for supply voltages of auxiliary and control circuits, interrupting and/or insulating
and operating media, and be able to switch the loads which are stated by the circuit-breaker
manufacturer.
iii) Special items of auxiliary equipment such as liquid indicators, pressure indicators, relief
valves, filling and draining equipment, heating and interlock contacts shall operate within
the limits specified for supply voltages of auxiliary and control circuits and/or within the
limits of use of interrupting and/or insulating and operating media.
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a) The enclosures/cubicles for housing operating mechanisms, low-voltage control and
auxiliary circuits/equipment shall be constructed of materials capable of withstanding the
mechanical, electrical and thermal stresses, as well as the effects of humidity which are
likely to be encountered in normal service.
b) Cubicles shall be made of galvanized steel sheet of minimum thickness of 2.3 mm.
c) The cubicles shall be equipped with hinged doors with hinges on their left side. The door
shall have its edges bent inwards for rigidity. The door shall have a three-point latch with
handle and with arrangement of locking the door with a pad-lock.
d) Adequate neoprene rubber gasket sealing shall be provided between door and the frame
for protection against ingress of moisture.
e) The cubicles shall be mounted at an accessible height from ground level. If this is not
possible, then structural bracing shall be provided in such a manner that the complete
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assembly is rigid, self supporting and free of vibration, twist and weave. The manufacturer
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shall arrange for all this.
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f) No equipment shall be mounted less than 300 mm above the floor of the cubicle or 150
mm from the roof. Any unused areas of cubicle shall be kept free of wiring to permit the
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installation of possible future components.
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ii) Operating mechanism cubicle
a) An operating mechanism cubicle of suitable size shall be provided at each pole of the
circuit breaker to house the operating mechanisms, auxiliary switches, associated relays,
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control switches for operation of circuit breaker, cable terminations and other necessary
mechanical and electrical control apparatus and ancillary equipment as required for the
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b) An appropriate hand operated lockable switch or push buttons shall be provided in each
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a) A master control cubicle, to be centrally located with respect to the circuit breaker poles,
shall be provided for the local and common electrical control of the three-poles of circuit
breaker. The master control cubicle would act as interface panel between operating
mechanism cubicles and the marshalling kiosk/cubicle, and/or remote control.
b) The master control cubicle shall be pre-wired to house all the necessary indicating
devices of circuit breaker, closing and tripping controls, miniature circuit breakers (MCB)
of AC and DC auxiliary supply circuits, alarm relays for all the necessary electrical and
mechanical apparatus and accessories, operation counters, anti-pumping relay, pole-
discrepancy monitoring device, telephone connection point etc. as required.
c) An appropriate hand operated lockable switch or push buttons shall be provided for
operation of the circuit breaker.
e) Pre-fabricated wiring cables (PVC insulated and copper sheathed armored cables) of
sufficient length (according to the lay-out drawings) with soft-shell plug-in-connectors as
interface, for interconnection of secondary system between master control cubicle and
operating mechanism cubicle of each pole of the circuit breaker, shall be provided by the
manufacturer to make the site wiring work quicker, simple and error-proof.
f) An block diagram of the control system local to the circuit breaker, identifying the
various components within the cubicle and on the circuit breaker shall be affixed to the
inside of the cubicle access door. The diagram shall be marked on durable non-fading
material suitable for the specified service conditions.
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g) The incoming auxiliary supply cables shall be terminated directly into switch fuse
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isolators without intermediate terminals and provision shall be made for looping these
supplies into similar cubicles in the switchyard.
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i) Provisions shall be made available as required for incorporation of SCADA (Supervisory
control and data acquisition) system and remote controls from the NPCC (National power
control centre).
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Note. Marshalling kiosk/cubicle: All the control, protection and auxiliary circuits from each
respective transformer bay or line bay are first terminated at marshalling kiosk/cubicle and
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then routed to control room. Marshalling kiosk/cubicle thus serves to define the switchyard
communication links, limits and facilitate the routing of various circuits, systemize the
switchyard wiring, etc. Provision of a marshalling kiosk/cubicle is not a mandatory
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Protection against corrosion shall be ensured by the use of suitable materials or by the
application of suitable paints/protective coatings to the exposed surfaces, taking into
account the intended conditions of use in accordance with the service conditions stated in
clause 2.
v) Degrees of protection
a) The degree of protection provided by an enclosure for low-voltage auxiliary and control
circuits shall be in accordance with clause 5.4. The enclosures/cubicles shall have IP 55
with closed door (dust protected and jet water proof) and IP 20 with open door (protected
against access to hazardous parts).
b) Openings in cable entries, cover plates, etc. shall be so designed that, when the cables are
properly installed, the stated degree of protection of an enclosure for low-voltage auxiliary
and control circuits, as defined in 5.4, shall be obtained. This implies that a means of entry
suitable for the application stated by the manufacturer should be selected.
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c) Any ventilation openings shall be shielded or arranged so that the same degree of
protection as that specified for the enclosure is obtained.
i) Protection by segregation of auxiliary and control circuits from the main circuit;
Auxiliary and control equipment which is installed on the frame of circuit breaker poles
shall be suitably protected against disruptive discharge from the main circuit.
The wiring of auxiliary and control circuits, with the exception of short lengths of wire at
terminals of tripping/closing coils, auxiliary contacts, etc. shall be either segregated from
the main circuit by earthed metallic partitions (for example, tubes) or separated by
partitions (for example, tubes) made of insulating material.
ii) Accessibility of auxiliary and control equipment; Auxiliary and control equipment
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requiring attention during service shall be accessible without danger of direct contact with
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high-voltage parts. Where the reduction of safety distances above the servicing level due to
abnormal environmental conditions (for example accumulation of snow, sand, etc.) needs to
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be considered, the minimum height of live parts above it shall be increased.
b) The manufacturer should take every care so that, by appropriate circuit design and
protections, internal faults or overload conditions will not give rise to fire hazard. The
manufacturer should design or choose components which have a power rating higher than
necessary under normal conditions and self-ignition characteristics determined with respect
to the maximum fault power of the circuit. Special attention should be given to resistors.
ii) Managing fire impact: Provisions should be taken in order to manage fire impact.
Enclosures should be constructed, insulated, made watertight, etc. with materials
sufficiently resistant to probable ignition and heat sources situated within. The
manufacturer should consider that, if it ignites, a component may emit melted flaming
material and/or glowing particles.
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6.4 Components installed in enclosures/cubicles
i) Selection of components
b) All components used in the auxiliary and control circuits shall be designed or selected to
be operational with their rated characteristics over the whole actual service conditions
inside auxiliary and control circuits enclosures that can differ from the external service
conditions specified in clause 2.
c) Suitable precautions (insulation, heating, ventilation, etc.) shall be taken to ensure that
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those service conditions essential for proper functioning are maintained for example,
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heaters to maintain the required minimum temperature for the correct operation of relays,
contactors, low-voltage switches, meters, counters, push-buttons, etc. according to the
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relevant specifications.
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d) Polarity reversal at the interfacing point shall not damage auxiliary and control circuits.
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ii) Installation of components
a) Closing and opening actuators and emergency shut-down system actuators should be
located between 0.4 m and 2 m above servicing level. Other actuators should be located at
such a height that they can be easily operated, and indicating devices should be located at
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a) The nominal cross-sectional area and characteristics of conductors and electric cables
shall comply with the requirements of IEC 60228. However no connection shall be made
with wire smaller than 2.5 Sq. mm. for control circuit and with wire smaller than 4.5 Sq.
mm. for power circuit wiring.
b) The insulation on cables shall comply with applicable IEC standards (for example,
polyvinyl chloride insulated cables shall comply with the requirements of IEC 60227 or
IEC 60502-1, rubber insulated cables shall comply with the requirements of IEC 60245,
etc.).
c) Suitable means shall be provided for the connection of external wiring between master
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control cubical and marshalling kiosk/cubicle, for example terminal blocks, plug-in
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terminations, etc.
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e) Cables between two terminal blocks shall have no intermediate splices or soldered joints.
Connections shall be made at fixed terminals.
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f) Insulated conductors shall be adequately supported and shall not rest against sharp edges.
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h) The available wiring space shall permit spreading of the cores of multi-core cables and
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the proper termination of the conductors. The conductors shall not be subjected to stresses
that reduce their normal life.
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j) In case of hinged panels, matching terminal blocks shall he provided on both sides of the
hinged section. Connections across portions which are hinged or otherwise movable shall
be made with flexible wire, formed to distribute the bending motion.
k) Only one conductor should be connected to a terminal, the connection of two or more
conductors to one terminal is permissible only in those cases where the terminal is designed
for this purpose.
n) Wiring shall be such that individual components of the applicable control circuits of
closing power devices, tripping power devices, heater circuits, motor circuits, etc. shall be
electrically grouped and terminated in physically separate groups.
o) Wiring, between the 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.
p) Where ever possible internal wiring shall be looped from connection to connection, the
auxiliary relays, indicating lamps, etc. shall be wired in such a manner that discontinuity of
the loop or sub-loop will be indicated.
q) All metallic cases of instruments, control switches, relays etc. mounted in cubicles or
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otherwise, shall be provided with an earth connection.
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ii) Wiring terminals
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a) Terminal blocks intended to connect round copper conductors shall comply with the
requirements of IEC 60947-7-1.
b) Protective conductor terminal blocks intended to connect round copper conductors shall
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c) Terminals shall maintain the necessary contact pressure, corresponding to the current
rating and the short-circuit current of circuits.
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d) Terminal blocks for wiring components inside the enclosure shall be chosen according to
the cross-section of the conductors used. If facilities are provided for connecting incoming
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and outgoing neutral, protective and PEN conductors, they shall be situated in the vicinity
of the associated phase conductor terminal.
e) Identification of terminals shall comply with the requirements of IEC 60445 and shall be
in agreement with the indications on the approved wiring diagrams and drawings.
g) Terminals of all the wiring circuit components as mentioned shall be readily accessible,
closely grouped, and conveniently arranged for making connections between control
circuits grouped and for external wiring.
j) One spare marking strip shall be provided for each terminal block.
k) 20 percent extra terminals shall be provided on each terminal block for terminating spare
conductors and for future changes.
l) The size of terminal for control circuit wiring and for power circuit wiring shall be
sufficient to accommodate wiring conductor of 4 Sq. mm. and 10 Sq. mm. respectively.
a) Auxiliary switches shall be suitable for the number of electrical and mechanical
operating cycles specified for the circuit breaker.
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b) Auxiliary switches shall be operated in conjunction with the main contacts and shall be
positively driven in both directions i.e. closed and opened positions.
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c) Where auxiliary switches are used as position indicators, they shall indicate the end
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position of the circuit-breaker at rest, open or closed. The signaling shall be sustained.
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iv) Auxiliary and control contacts
a) Auxiliary and control contacts shall be suitable for their intended duty in terms of service
conditions specified in clause 3, making and breaking capacity and timing of the operation
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of the auxiliary and control contacts in relation to the operation of the main equipment.
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b) Auxiliary and control contacts shall be suitable for the number of electrical and
mechanical operating cycles specified for the circuit breaker.
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c) The auxiliary switches and auxiliary circuits shall have the following ratings:-
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- Rated continuous current 10 Amp, with temperature rise not exceeding the limits specified
in table-1.
- Rated short-time with stand current 100 Amp, for a duration of 30 ms.
d) The auxiliary and control equipment and their circuits, with the exception of short
lengths of wires at terminals of their relevant accessories, shall be segregated from the main
circuit by either earthed metallic or insulating partitions.
e) Extra auxiliary switches contacts, six normally-open (NO) and six normally-closed (NC)
in addition to those normally provided as part of the circuit breaker operation and indication
functions, shall be provided.
f) Auxiliary equipment requiring attention during service shall be accessible with out risk
of direct contact with high-voltage parts.
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v) Contacts other than auxiliary and control contacts
b) Where a contact other than an auxiliary or control contact is made available for use, the
technical documents provided by the manufacturer should include the rated continuous
current and making and breaking capacity of this contact. They shall be capable of making
and breaking at least 2 Amp at 220 VDC with a circuit time constant of not less than 20 ms.
a) Auxiliary all-or-nothing relays shall comply with the requirements of the applicable IEC
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standards (parts of IEC 61810). The rated voltages for relays and the recommended limits
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of the operating range for these voltages shall be selected from 4.8 of IEC 60694.
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b) Where a relay is chosen and used at a voltage different from the rated voltage of
auxiliary and control circuits, suitable means shall be provided to allow it to operate
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correctly within the limits of the operating range required in 4.8 (for example, provision of
a series resistor).
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c) Thermal electrical relays for motor protection shall comply with the requirements of IEC
60255-8.
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d) Performance of relay contacts shall comply with the requirements of IEC 60255-23.
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circuits shall comply with the requirements of IEC 60947-4-1. Where an electromechanical
contactor is combined with suitable relays, to provide short-circuit protection, it shall also
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c) AC semiconductor motor controllers and starters shall comply with the requirements of
IEC 60947-4-2.
a) Switches to be used in motor circuits shall comply with the requirements of IEC 60947-
3.
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b) Switches to be used in distribution circuits or in final circuits shall comply with the
requirements of IEC 60947-3.
c) Where household switches are applied in final circuits, they shall comply with the
requirements of IEC 60669-1.
d) Manual control switches, for example push-buttons, rotary switches, etc. shall comply
with the requirements of IEC 60947-5-1, IEC 60073 and IEC 60417.
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f) Lever (toggle) switches shall comply with the requirements of IEC 61020-4.
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viii) Low-voltage circuit-breakers
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a) Low-voltage circuit-breakers shall comply with the requirements of IEC 60947-2.
b) Low-voltage circuit-breakers incorporating residual current protection shall also comply
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with IEC 60947-2.
x) Low-voltage disconnectors
xi) Motors
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a) Motors/rotating electrical machines shall comply with the requirements of the applicable
sub clauses of IEC 60034-1, and as specified herein:
b) Hydraulic oil pump motors shall be 400/230 VAC, three-phase, 50 Hz, with rated power
less than 1200 W. The motors shall be squirrel-cage induction type, direct on-line starting,
normal starting torque and low starting current.
c) Motors for circuit breakers equipped with spring charged operating mechanism will be
rated for 220 V DC with rated power less than 1400 W.
a) Space heaters for anti-condensation and heating, of suitable power (50 watt and 200watt)
rating, 230V AC, single phase, 50 Hz, shall be provided within the enclosures/cubicles and
controlled by a thermostat and with a two pole MCB for heater. Power consumption of
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heaters at rated voltage shall be within the tolerance of ± 10 % of the value stated by the
manufacturer.
b) All heating elements shall be of the non-exposed type. Heaters shall be situated so that
they do not cause any deterioration in the wiring or in the operation of the components.
c) Where contact with a heater or shield can occur accidentally, the surface temperature
shall not exceed the temperature-rise limits for accessible parts which need not be touched
in normal operation, as specified in table-1.
Operation counter for circuit breaker shall be visible and readable from outside. The
counter shall register one ful1 count on the closing cycle of the circuit breaker. Counters
shall be suitable for their intended duty in terms of environmental conditions and for the
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number of electrical and mechanical operating cycles specified for the circuit breaker.
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xiv) Indicator lights
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Indicator lights associated with the control circuit equipment shall meet the requirements of
IEC 60947-5-1.
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xv) Auxiliary supply Plugs, socket-outlets and couplers
b) Plugs and socket-outlets either indoors or outdoors, shall comply with the requirements
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IEC 60083.
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d) Cable couplers primarily intended for industrial use, either indoors or outdoors, shall
comply with the requirements of IEC 60309-1 and IEC 60309-2.
e) Appliance couplers primarily intended for industrial use, either indoors or outdoors, shall
comply with the requirements of IEC 60309-1 and IEC 60309-2.
f) Other connectors shall comply with the requirements of the applicable parts of IEC
60130.
Printed boards used to connect conventional components (for example, relays) are
considered to be conventional equipment. Printed boards shall comply with the
requirements of the applicable parts of IEC 60326.
xvii) Resistors
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a) Fixed power resistors, rated over 1 W and under 1000 W, shall comply with the
requirements of IEC 60115-4.
b) Potentiometers if used shall comply with the requirements of IEC 60393-1.
b) The lighting shall be controlled through door-switch, with its main control through a
single-pole MCB.
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b) Tungsten filament lamps shall comply with the requirements of IEC 60064.
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c) Fluorescent illumination shall comply with requirements of IEC 60081.
xix) Coils
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Coils not covered by a component standard shall be suitable for their intended duty (for
example, with respect to temperature rise, dielectric withstand, etc.).
In many cases, the secondary system may be divided into a number of subassemblies, such
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NOTE: The secondary system consists of auxiliary all-or-nothing relays, signal cabling and
terminal blocks, complete equipment for protection, control and measurement.
6.6 Flammability
The material shall be chosen and designed such that they retard the propagation of any
flame resulting from accidental overheating in the circuit breaker, operating mechanisms
and other associated cubicles etc.
i) Control and auxiliary circuits, including circuits in central control cubicles, mounted on
or adjacent to the circuit breakers.
ii) Equipment for monitoring, diagnostics, etc. that is part of circuit breaker.
iii) Circuits connected to the secondary terminals of instrument transformer, that are part of
the circuit breakers.
Note. The magnitude of induced voltages in a secondary system depends both on the
secondary system itself and on conditions such as the earthing and rated voltage of the main
circuit.
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6.8 Position indication
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A clear and reliable, easily visible/readable, mechanically operated indicator shall be
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provided on each pole of the circuit breaker to show the position of contacts of the main
circuit. It shall be possible to easily check the state of the position indicating device when
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operating the circuit breaker locally. Marking of position indicator plates shall be ON and
OFF.
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i) Control circuits for intended functioning and operation-duty of the circuit breakers shall
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be suitable by all means and methods of conventional as well as modern techniques and
tools.
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ii) Control circuit shall be designed for operation of the circuit breaker from the local
operating mechanism cubicle, local master control cubicle and remote control in the control
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room.
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a) The rated DC voltages for control and auxiliary equipment shall have the following
values:
- 220 VDC for electrical control;
- 110 or 48 VDC for electronic auxiliary equipment;
b) The rated AC voltages for control and auxiliary equipment shall have the following
values:
c) The relative tolerance of AC and DC power supply in normal duty measured at the input
of the control and auxiliary equipment is 85% to 110%.
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d) The above voltage levels are applicable to closing coils, tripping coils, anti-pumping
relays, operating mechanism, spring charging/hydraulic pump motors, anti-condensation
heaters, lighting, auxiliary relays, other low voltage circuits and accessories, etc. as
applicable.
iv) The closing and opening control circuits shall be rated for 220 VDC.
a) Each pole of the circuit breaker shall be provided with two opening circuits, with two
independent opening coils and a defect in one circuit/coil shall not disturb the function in
the other. Both the coils shall be physically separated, i.e. magnetically decoupled.
b) Each pole of the circuit breaker shall be provided with two closing circuits, with two
independent closing coils and a defect in one circuit/coil shall not disturb the function in the
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other. Both the coils shall be physically separated, i.e. magnetically decoupled.
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c) Two electrically independent and identical sets of wiring, terminals and protecting
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equipment for connection with two 220V DC independent closing and tripping power
circuits shall be provided.
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vi) The closing device shall be capable of closing the circuit breaker for any value of
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control voltage between 85% and 110% of rated control voltage.
vii) The opening device shall be capable of opening the circuit breaker for any value of
control voltage between 70% and 110% of rated control voltage.
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The circuit breaker mechanism shall make one complete closing operation including
automatic cut off of the closing power after an initiating control device has operated and the
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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
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shall however not intervene with the trip free behavior of the circuit breaker.
ix) The control circuit design shall not interfere with mechanical and electrical trip-free
feature of the circuit breaker operating mechanism.
a) 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.
b) The pole discrepancy feature as part of the circuit-breaker control scheme, the position
of the poles shall be supervised, open or closed. Depending on the application, the delay
time shall be adjustable between 0.1s and 3s.
c) 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
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series contacts on any one phase shall be synchronized.
d) In the event of three-pole operation, the control system shall include circuitry to trip the
circuit breaker by energizing both set of trip coils if pole-disagreement occurs.
a) The circuit breaker shall incorporate anti-pumping feature i.e. only one closing 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 control scheme need not provide
against re-closure 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 initi-
ating control device remains closed.
b) The anti-pumping devices as part of the circuit-breaker control scheme, shall act on each
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control circuit, if more than one is installed.
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xii) When power is removed from the closing control circuit after or during an incomplete
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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 of
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control power in order to assume their normal circuit breaker open position.
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xiii) 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.
xiv) When a closing operation of a circuit breaker can not be completed successfully
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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 the initiating
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xx) For protection of closing and opening coils appropriate measures shall be taken in order
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to avoid damage on the coils when permanent orders for closing or opening are applied.
The recommended measures are the use of series control contacts arranged so that when the
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circuit breaker is closed, the close coil contact (‘b’ contact or break contact) is open and the
open coil contact (‘a’ contact or make contact) is closed, and when the circuit breaker is
open, the open coil contact is open and the close coil contact is closed.
a) For closing coils the protective measures shall operate no sooner than the minimum close
duration provided by the circuit-breaker and no later than the rated closing time.
Note. If the current of the closing coil is interrupted by the control contact, the closing
command shall be positively longer than the rated closing time.
b) For opening coil the protective measures shall operate no sooner than the minimum trip
duration required by the circuit-breaker and no later than 20 ms after separation of the main
contacts.
c) For short close-open time requirements the protective measures shall operate no sooner
than when main contacts close and no later than 10 ms (half-cycle) after main contacts
close.
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xxi) When release coils used in control scheme of the circuit breaker are connected
continuously to one polarity only, that polarity shall be negative.
b) Control circuit shall have provisions for incorporation of all the applicable key-
interlocking and electrical interlocking in the control and protection circuits of individual
pole and/or the complete circuit breaker.
c) Key interlocking and electrical interlocking shall be arranged with each circuit breaker.
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Key interlocking shall be arranged such that removal of the key is not possible unless the
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circuit breaker is in the open position and that the closing of the breaker is not possible by
any means unless the key is in position. Electrical interlocking shall also be used.
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d) Interlocking features and devices shall include but not less than the followings:-
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Loss of SF6 gas pressure, loss of hydraulic oil pressure, loss of priming pressure of
nitrogen gas in hydraulic oil pressure accumulators, loss of closing spring charge, between
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circuit breaker and its associated disconnect switch, etc.
e) Signaling and alarm annunciation (local and/or remote) upon occurrence of the abnormal
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conditions as above sub-clause xxii (d) and certain normal supervision conditions are
mandatory requirement of the control circuit.
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-Certain abnormal condition; Loss of SF6 gas pressure, loss of hydraulic oil pressure, loss
of priming pressure of nitrogen gas in hydraulic oil pressure accumulators, loss of closing
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spring charge, between circuit breaker and its associated disconnect switch, pole
discordance, etc.
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-Certain normal conditions; local/remote selector switch position, tripping circuit 1 & 2
voltage supervision, closing circuit 1 & 2 voltage supervision, excessive running of motors,
heaters/lighting/motors voltage supervision, circuit breaker close/open position, etc.
6.11 Requirements for simultaneity of poles during closing and opening operations of
circuit breaker
i) Both the 500 kV and 220 kV circuit breakers have separate poles and each pole has
independent operating mechanism but normally have to be operated through common
electrical command.
ii) During closing operation, the maximum difference between the instants of contacts
touching shall not exceed 5 ms (a quarter of a cycle of rated frequency).
iii) During opening operation, the maximum difference between the instants of contacts
separating shall not exceed 3.33 ms (a sixth of a cycle of rated frequency).
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iv) If one pole of the circuit breaker consists of more than one interrupter units connected in
series e.g. a pole of 500kV circuit breaker, the maximum difference between the instants of
contact separation within these series connected interrupter units shall not exceed 2.5 ms
(an eighth of a cycle of rated frequency).
7. OPERATING MECHANISMS
i) The circuit breaker, including its operating mechanisms, shall be capable of completing
its rated operating duty/sequence in accordance with the specified provisions of design,
construction, ratings and service conditions.
ii) The operating mechanism arranged for operation of the circuit breakers shall be of stored
energy operating category.
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iii) Operating mechanism having energy storage in springs shall be referred as spring
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operating mechanism.
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iv) Operating mechanism having energy storage in hydraulic accumulators shall be referred
as hydraulic oil pressure operating mechanism.
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v) The circuit breaker arranged for stored energy closing shall also be capable of opening
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immediately following the closing operation with rated short- circuit making current.
i) Motors, and their electrically operated auxiliary equipment for charging a spring or for
driving a hydraulic pump, shall operate satisfactorily between 85 % and 110 % of the rated
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supply voltage, the frequency, in the case of AC being the rated supply frequency shall be
50 Hz.
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ii) Independent operating mechanism for each pole of circuit breaker with the independent
motors, controls, interlocks, auxiliary switches along with electrical circuits, mechanical
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equipment and accessories, etc. shall he used as required. It shall be possible to electrically
interlock the individual mechanism on three pole operations.
iii) The control and auxiliary supply voltage levels used in operating mechanisms shall be
in accordance with as given in sub-clause 6.9.
iv) 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.
vii) The operating mechanism shall be designed and constructed to operate mechanically
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for 10000 operations (each operation consisting of a complete opening and closing of the
circuit breaker) without replacement of parts due to breakage or excessive wear or
adjustments.
viii) The closing system of the operating mechanism shall be recharged automatically for
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 mechanism
shall be locked out and an alarm initiated.
ix) Each part of the operating mechanism shall be of substantial construction, utilizing such
materials as stainless steel, brass or gunmetal where necessary to prevent 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 current stresses, vibrations or
other causes. Some convenient means for applying lubricant shall be provided where
required.
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x) All permanently fixed bolts, nuts and studs shall be securely locked in place to prevent
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loosening during operation. Blind tapped holes shall be avoided where practicable.
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i) Particular requirements for hydraulic oil pressure operating mechanism, in addition to the
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requirement specified in sub-clause 7.1 are as described here under.
ii) Manufacture shall specify the type and require quantity and quality of the hydraulic oil
used for, with necessary instructions for renewing and maintaining its required quantity and
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quality. Oil used shall contain no PCB or other health and environmental hazardous
contents.
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iii) Means for checking the oil level, preferably during service, with the indication of
minimum and maximum admissible limits for correct operation, shall be provided.
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iv) Priming pressure medium used, in hydraulic accumulator should be the nitrogen (N2)
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gas. The compressed N2 gas shall completely confine in gas-side portion of hydraulic
accumulator. Means shall also be provided for handling the N2 gas i.e. pressure checking,
filling at site, etc. Purity of N2 gas shall not be less than 99.99 %, O2 content less than 50
ppm and H2O content less than 30 ppm.
v) Independent operating mechanism for each pole of circuit breaker shall be provided with
its own hydraulic equipment consisting of a oil tank, pump, accumulator, controls, piping,
valves, wiring, etc.
vi) Hydraulic pump shall be provided with a 230V single-phase or 400V three- phase AC
motor. The motor and pump shall be of sufficient capacity to charge the accumulator from
its minimum operating pressure to maximum pressure and to charge the accumulator from
zero hydraulic pressure to maximum hydraulic pressure in minimum possible time. The
total charging time of hydraulic accumulator shall not be more than 8 minutes.
vii) Hydraulic pump shall be equipped with an automatic control to maintain the hydraulic
operating pressure between the minimum and maximum operating pressures i.e. 85 % and
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110 % of the nominal operating pressure respectively.
a) Means shall be provided to actuate an alarm when the hydraulic pressure drops to the
minimum operating pressure of the circuit breaker, followed by auto-re-closing lockout and
closing lockout to prevent from attempting a closing operation when the hydraulic pressure
is too low to complete the operation. With the further loss of oil pressure, tripping/general
lockout shall subsequently occur. Means shall also be provided to actuate an alarm on loss
of N2 gas, used as priming pressure medium.
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b) Safety pressure relief valve, set at approximately 20 % above the nominal hydraulic
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operating pressure shall be provided in the hydraulic system.
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x) A manually operating device shall be provided for operating the circuit breaker
hydraulically from the mechanism housing.
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xi) Means shall be provided for manually charging the mechanisms in case of failure of
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motor supply.
xii) Tightness level for closed pressure system for hydraulic oil shall be of total tightness
category i.e. no liquid loss.
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ii) The circuit breaker shall be closed by the stored energy of charged springs. It shall not
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be possible for the moving contacts of the circuit breaker to move from the open position
unless the charge is sufficient for satisfactory completion of the closing operation.
iii) The mechanism shall be designed such that the failure of spring will not prevent
tripping and will not cause tripping or closing.
iv) The energy stored in motor-charged springs shall be sufficient for an OPEN-CLOSE-
OPEN operation at rated short circuit current.
v) The charging motor shall be DC motor. The motor shall not require more than 15
seconds for recharging the closing springs after a close-open operation.
vi) Means shall be provided to prevent operation of the mechanism when maintenance
work is being done.
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a) Operating mechanism shall be so arranged that manual (by hand) charging and
discharging of the closing springs is possible.
b) For manual charging of closing springs (charging by hand), the direction of motion of
the handle shall be marked. A device indicating when the spring is charged shall be
mounted at suitable place. The maximum actuating force required for manually charging a
spring shall not exceed 250 N.
Closing and opening dashpot/damping devices used with the operating mechanisms shall
have an easy access for their handling i.e. checking of fluid level, dismantling/mounting,
adjustments, etc. Appropriate means for fluid level indication shall be provided on the
dashpot/damping device.
8 TESTS
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8.1 All the routine and type tests shall be performed in accordance with the latest edition of
IEC publication 62271-100 and the amendments thereof.
The following routine tests shall be made on all circuit breakers to be supplied under this
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specification.
i) Dielectric tests on the main circuit (Power frequency voltage withstand tests on the main
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circuit). Sub-clause 7.1 of IEC publication 62271-100 is applicable for these tests.
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- In the case of circuit breakers designed and constructed with two break per pole (identical
breaking and making units in series), the test voltage to be applied across each single unit,
when open shall be the higher fraction of the total withstand voltage actual power-
frequency voltage distribution with the circuit breaker fully open and one terminal earthed.
ii) Dielectric tests on auxiliary and control circuits (Power frequency voltage-withstand
tests on the auxiliary and control circuits). Sub-clause 7.2 of IEC publication 62271-100 is
applicable for these tests. T
- A dry, short- duration power-frequency voltage as specified in clause-4 shall be applied.
The followings check/tests shall also be included:-
- Inspection of auxiliary and control circuits, and verification of conformity to the circuit
diagram and wiring diagram.
- Functional tests as applicable.
- Verification of degree of protection provided (IP code).
- Verification of protection against electric shock.
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iii) Measurement of the resistance of the main circuit (contact resistance). Sub-clause 7.3 of
IEC publication 62271-100 is applicable for these tests.
The measured resistance shall not exceed 1.2 Ru , where Ru is equal to the resistance
measured before the temperature-rise test.
iv) Tightness test. Sub-clause 7.4 of IEC publication 62271-100 is applicable for these tests.
SF6 gas and hydraulic oil pressure leakages test. 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, whichever is smaller.
v) Design and visual checks. Sub-clause 7.1 of IEC publication 62271-100 is applicable for
these tests.
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The circuit breaker shall be checked to verify its compliance with the order specification
but not limited to the followings:-
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a) The language and data on the nameplates;
b) Identification of any auxiliary equipment;
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c) The colour and quality of paint and corrosion protection of metallic surfaces;
d) The values of the resistors and capacitors connected to the main circuit.
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vi) Mechanical operating tests. Sub-clause 7.1 of IEC publication 62271-100 is applicable
for these tests.
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a) At maximum supply voltage of operating devices and of auxiliary and control circuits
and maximum pressure for operation (for hydraulic oil pressure operating mechanisms):-
- Five closing operations;
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b) At specified minimum supply voltage of operating devices and of auxiliary and control
circuits and minimum functional pressure for operation (for hydraulic oil pressure operating
mechanisms):-
- Five closing operations;
- Five opening operations;
c) At rated supply voltage of operating devices and of auxiliary and control circuits and
rated pressure for operation (for hydraulic oil pressure operating mechanisms):-
- Five close-open operating cycles with the tripping mechanism energized by the closing of
the main contacts;
- Five open close operating cycles O – t - C where t shall be not more than the time interval
specified for the rated operating sequence (t = 0.3 seconds/dead time for circuit-breakers
intended for rapid auto-reclosing).
d) For all required operating sequences the following shall be performed and records made
of the closing and opening operations:-
- Measurement of operating times;
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- For hydraulic oil pressure operating mechanisms, measurement of fluid consumption
during operations i.e. pressure difference.
- Stored energy operations tests for hydraulic oil pressure operating mechanisms. One pole
of the circuit breaker shall be operated electrically a sufficient number of times without
charging the hydraulic oil pressure 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.
- Mechanical travel characteristics diagrams. The mechanical travel characteristics can be
recorded directly, using a travel transducer or similar device on the circuit-breaker contact
system or at other convenient locations on the drive to the contact system where there is a
direct connection, and a representative image of the contact stroke can be achieved. The
mechanical travel characteristics shall be preferably a continuous curve as shown in figure
23a of IEC 62271-100). Where the measurements are taken on site, other methods may be
applied which record points of travel during the operating period.
Travel diagram shall be obtained for each interrupter unit in the circuit breaker for multiple
interrupter design. Curves shall be made of the following operations:
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-Open at normal voltage
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-Open at minimum voltage
-Close at normal voltage
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-Close at minimum voltage
-Open and immediately close at normal voltage
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-Open and immediately close at minimum voltage
-Close and trip free at normal voltage. This test shall be made with one pole of the circuit
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breaker in series with the trip-free circuit
The above mentioned travel diagrams shall be obtained with normal and minimum SF6 gas
pressure together with the corresponding normal and minimum voltage conditions
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respectively.
Travel diagram as specified above shall show contact travel against cycles (50, Hz base)
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Opening Operation:
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Closing Operation:
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-Pre-insertion closing resistor contact close/open, if applicable
A similar diagram for an opening operation and unsuccessful re-closing operation onto fault
shall also be obtained. This is to consist of an O-0.3 sec-CO operation.
However, subject to the agreement, when circuit-breakers are assembled and shipped as
separate units, routine tests may be performed on components according to sub-clause
6.101.1.2 of IEC 62271-100. In such cases, the manufacturer shall produce a programme of
commissioning tests for use at site to confirm the compatibility of such separate units and
components when assembled as a circuit-breaker. A guide for commissioning tests is given
in sub-clause 10.2.101 of IEC 62271-100.
Note-2 Proof shall be given that the mechanical behaviour conforms to that of the test
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specimen used for type testing. For example, a no-load operating cycle, as described in
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6.101.1.1 of IEC 62271-100, can be performed to record the no-load travel curves at the
end of the routine tests. Where this is done, the curve shall be within the prescribed
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envelope of the reference mechanical travel characteristic, as defined in 6.101.1.1 of IEC
62271-100, from the instant of contact separation to the end of the contact travel.
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Note-3 Where the mechanical routine tests are performed on sub-assemblies, the reference
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mechanical travel characteristics shall be confirmed to be correct, as above, at the end of
the commissioning tests on site.
Note-4 If the measurement is performed on site, the manufacturer shall state the preferred
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measuring procedure. If other procedures are used, the results may be different and the
comparison of the instantaneous contact stroke may be impossible to achieve.
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Note-5 In these circumstances, the number of points recorded shall be sufficient to derive
the time to, and contact speed at, contact touch and contact separation, together with the
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k) After completion of the required operating sequences, the following tests and inspections
shall be performed:-
- Connections shall be checked;
- The control and/or auxiliary switches shall correctly indicate the open and closed
positions of the circuit-breaker;
- All auxiliary equipment shall operate correctly at the limits of supply voltage of operating
devices and of auxiliary and control circuits and/or pressures for operation.
Note-6 If adjustments are required during the mechanical operating tests, the complete test
sequence shall be repeated following the adjustments.
vii) Over pressure withstand test of porcelain enclosure/insulator bushings (interrupters and
support porcelains).
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The type tests are for the purpose of proving the characteristics of circuit breakers, their
operating devices and their auxiliary equipment.
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One representative circuit breaker with its associated equipment out of the circuit breakers
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of same design be supplied shall be subjected to type tests. The individual type tests shall,
in principle be performed on completely assembled circuit breaker in a new and clean
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condition. The quality of SF6 gas shall at least comply with the acceptance levels of IEC
publication 60480.
As per sub-clause 3.2.2 of IEC publication 60594, a test specimen is a complete circuit
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breaker when the poles are mechanically linked (i.e. one operating mechanism) or when the
type tests are mainly three-pole type tests. If this is not the case, a test specimen is one pole
of the complete circuit breaker. Where permitted in the relevant IEC standard, a test
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a) The manufacturer shall submit to the testing laboratory, drawings and other data
containing sufficient information to unambiguously identify by type the essential details
and parts of the circuit breaker presented for test. Each drawing or data schedule shall be
uniquely referenced and shall contain a statement to the effect that the manufacturer
guarantees that the drawings or data schedules truly represent the circuit breaker to be
tested.
b) After completion of verification, detail drawings and other data shall be returned to the
manufacturer for storage.
c) The manufacturer shall maintain detailed design records of all component parts of the
circuit breaker tested and shall ensure that these may be identified from information
included in the drawings and data schedules.
Note; Manufacturers whose production systems have been certified for compliance with
ISO 9001 or ISO 9002 do satisfy the previously mentioned requirements.
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d) The testing laboratory shall check that drawings and data schedules adequately represent
the essential details and parts of the circuit breaker to be tested, but shall not be responsible
for the accuracy of the detailed information. Particular drawings or data required to be
submitted by the manufacturer to the test laboratory for identification of essential parts of
circuit breaker are specified in annex-A of IEC publication 60694.
Note; An individual type test need not be repeated for a change of construction detail, if the
manufacturer can demonstrate that this change does not influence the result of that
individual type test.
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- Manufacturer;
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- Type designation and serial number of circuit breaker tested;
- Rated characteristics of circuit breaker tested as specified in the relevant IEC standard;
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- General description (by manufacturer) of circuit breaker tested, including number of
poles;
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- Make, type, serial numbers and ratings of essential parts, where applicable (operating
mechanisms, interrupters, shunt impedances i.e. capacitors, pre-insertion resistors);
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- General details of the supporting structure of the switching device or enclosed switchgear
of which the switching device forms an integral part;
- Details of the operating-mechanism and devices employed during tests, where applicable;
- Photographs to illustrate the condition of circuit breaker before and after test;
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- Sufficient outline drawings and data schedules to represent the circuit breaker tested;
- Reference numbers of all drawings submitted to identify the essential parts of the circuit
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breaker tested;
- Details of the testing arrangements (including diagram of test circuit);
- Statements of the behaviour of the circuit breaker during tests, its condition after tests and
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standard.
Note; NTDC/WAPDA reserves its right to accept test certificates from an independent
international laboratory on similar circuit breaker in lieu of actual tests or otherwise.
b) Radio interference voltage (RIV) tests; Sub-clause 6.3 of IEC publication 62271-100 is
applicable for these tests.
c) Measurement of the resistance of the main circuit (contact resistance); Sub-clause 6.4 of
IEC publication 62271-100 is applicable for these tests.
d) Temperature rise tests; Sub-clause 6.5 of IEC publication 62271-100 is applicable for
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these tests.
e) Short-time withstand current and peak withstand current tests; Sub-clause 6.6 of IEC
publication 62271-100 is applicable for these tests.
f) Tightness tests; Sub-clause 6.8 of IEC publication 62271-100 is applicable for these tests.
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6.111.5.1 of IEC publication 62271-100 is applicable for these tests.
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k) Capacitive current switching tests: Cable-charging current breaking tests Sub-clause
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6.111.5.2 of IEC publication 62271-100 is applicable for these tests.
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l) Verification of the degree of protection; Sub-clause 6.7 of IEC publication 62271-100 is
applicable for these tests.
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m) Extended mechanical endurance tests; Sub-clause 6.101.2.4 of IEC publication 62271-
100 is applicable for these tests.
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n) Low and high temperature tests; Sub-clause 6.101.3 of IEC publication 62271-100 is
applicable for these tests.
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o) Humidity tests; Sub-clause 6.101.4 of IEC publication 62271-100 is applicable for these
tests.
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p) Static terminal load tests; Sub-clause 6.101.6 of IEC publication 62271-100 is applicable
for these tests.
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q) Critical current tests; Sub-clause 6.107 of IEC publication 62271-100 is applicable for
these tests.
r) Short line fault tests; Sub-clause 6.109 of IEC publication 62271-100 is applicable for
these tests.
s) Out-of-phase making and breaking tests; Sub-clause 6.110 of IEC publication 62271-100
is applicable for these tests.
u) Test to prove operation under severe ice conditions; Sub-clause 6.101.5 of IEC
publication 62271-100 is applicable for these tests.
v) Single phase and double earth fault tests; Sub-clause 6.108 of IEC publication 62271-
100 is applicable for these tests.
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w) Single capacitor bank switching tests; Sub-clause 6.111.5.3 of IEC publication 62271-
100 is applicable for these tests.
y) Switching of shunt reactors; IEC publication 61233 is applicable for these tests.
i) The manufacturer shall provide comprehensive instructions in the form of a manual for
the transport, storage, installation, operation, maintenance and safety aspects of the circuit
breaker in accordance with the clause 10 and clause 11 of IEC publication 62271-100.
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ii) The instructions for transport and storage shall also be given at a convenient time before
delivery.
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ii) All, machine-finished or bright surfaces shall be thoroughly cleaned, coated with a
suitable, easily removable, corrosion resisting compound and wrapped or otherwise
protected from damage during shipment.
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iv) The poles of circuit breaker shall be factory filled with about 0.5 bar SF6 gas pressure
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with necessary sealing means for transportation.
v) The spare interrupters, porcelain support insulators shall also be factory filled with about
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0.5 bar SF6 gas pressure with necessary sealing means for transportation.
vi) Sufficient quantity of finish paint shall be supplied by the manufacturer for re-finishing
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The information as asked in the tender documents along with any other information as and
when asked by NTDC, but not limited to as mentioned hereunder shall be supplied by the
manufacturer/supplier.
ii) Confirmation that the manufactures are the original designers of the circuit breakers or
alternatively details of the license under which manufactured, including from whom and
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when obtained for what period and a certificate to this effect.
iii) 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 and the year when
the deliveries were made and the agency with the full address, to whom, the supplies were
made.
v) Type and routine test reports of similar type of circuit breakers having ratings same or in
vicinity of those offered.
vi) Out-line drawing showing circuit breakers fully erected with hoisting space required,
shipping conditions, list of accessories, main characteristic ratings, the minimum phase-to-
ground creepage distances, minimum spacing between phases and static and dynamic
loading. The supporting photographs indicating fully erected and hoisting conditions shall
accompany.
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vii) Descriptive data/literature indicating clearly the construction and operation of the
circuit breaker.
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viii) The minimum electrical clearance between stationary and moving conducting parts
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when the circuit breaker is in the normal open position.
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ix) Drawing showing additional clear space required for removal of insulators and/or
interrupters also showing additional height or width required for use of normal closing
mechanism.
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x) Front views of the master control cubicle and operating mechanisms cubicles showing
all the components installed.
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xi) Interconnection diagram between individual operating mechanisms cubicles and master
control cubicle, including schematic diagram.
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xii) The details of the operating mechanism, literature and catalogue data showing full
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details of the opening and closing sequence of the mechanisms under all conditions,
including the following details:
- Schematic diagram along with description for circuits indicating a cross – referenced list
of all the components.
- Description of the degree of protection provided by enclosures (IP code) for elimination
of moisture and dirt in the system.
- Control and auxiliary supply data.
xiii) 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 offered circuit
breakers.
xiv) Rate of rise of system transient recovery voltage that manufacturer will guarantee the
circuit breakers shall withstand after interrupting full breaking capacity and at one half of
the breaking capacity.
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xv) Full description of any device incorporated in the circuit breaker to limit or control the
rate of rise of re-striking voltage across the circuit breaker contacts or alternatively a
confirmation to the contrary.
xvi) 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:
The manufacturer/supplier shall obtain approval of NTDC of the following drawings and
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descriptive data:
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i) Instruction manual/book prepared in accordance with the requirements of clause 10 and
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clause 11 of IEC Publication 62271-100, containing necessary information such as
transportation, storage, installation, commissioning, operation and maintenance, trouble
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shooting guidelines, safety and spare parts catalogue, etc.
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ii) Nameplates of the circuit breaker and operating mechanisms.
iii) Dimensional drawing of circuit breaker also showing dimensions of each individual part
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iv) Drawing showing static and dynamic loading of circuit breaker during the opening and
closing operations and other data required for design of foundations.
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mechanisms and master control cubicles including all the relevant features such as
local/remote closing and opening, anti-pumping, pole-discordance, heating, lighting, motor
control, signaling etc.
vi) List of components along with their electrical characteristics. Reference of use of each
part of the component in various drawings mentioned, shall also be given.
vii) Outdoor operating mechanisms and master control cubicles dimensional drawings
including the equipment mounted.
11 SCHEDULE OF TECHNICAL DATA
The following information and technical data required for selection of circuit breaker and
the auxiliary equipment as applicable shall be furnished with the tender for each type of
circuit breaker:-
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Sr. DESCRIPRION UNIT 500 kV CIRCUIT 220 kV CIRCUIT
No
BREAKER BREAKER
GENERAL
3 Type designation
4 Class (indoor/outdoor)
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5 Class (ice-coating)
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6 Class (mech. Endurance M1/M2)
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7 Class (elect. endurance E1/E2)
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8 Class (cap. current switch. C1/C2)
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9 Number of poles
RATING
1 Rated Voltage kV
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2 Rated Insulation Level
i) Lightning Impulse kV
withstand voltage peak
3 Rated frequency Hz
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6 Rated asymmetrical short circuit kA
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breaking current
4 parameters)
U1 = voltage coordinate kV
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T1 = third time coordinate Micro
Sec
2
T3 = time to reach uc Micro
Sec.
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td = time delay Micro
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cro
Sec
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(representation by 2 parameters)
a) Representation by 4 parameters
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uc=TRV peak value kV
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T2=second time coordinate Micro
Sec
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td=time delay Micro
Sec
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U1=voltage coordinate kV
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Sec
characteristics:
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current
a) Rated Current A
a) Rated Current A
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b) Over voltage factor
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iii) At 125% normal system voltage
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a) Rated Current -22- A
b) Over-voltage factor
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19. Cable charging breaking
capacity
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a) Rated current A
b) Over-voltage factor
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a) Rated current A
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a) Rated Current A
PERFORMANCE DATA
1. Ambient conditions
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i) Maximum ambient temperature C
range
i) Contacts
ii) Terminals
3. i) Rated voltage of
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b) Tripping coil VDC
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ii) Rated power consumption of:
a) Closing coil
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b) Tripping coil W
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a) Tripping coil A
b) Closing coil A
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VDC
ii) Charging motors supply-
(max/min) VDC
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7. Rated breaking time ms
2
25 percent of rated breaking
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capacity
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14. Max.total break time for 25 to 100 ms _______________
percent of capacity.-22- ______
operation.
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independent pole operation.
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(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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i) Type
ii) Manufacturer
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columns: N
- Cantilever N.m
- Tension N
- Torsion
- Compression
i) Material
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iv) Contact pressure
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v) Dimensions of contact mm×
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mm
a) N.O.
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b) N.C.
a) N.O.
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b) N.C.
CONSTRUCTION/DESIGN
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3. Voltage distribution across each
break
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8. Maximum noise at a distance of dB
10m from breaker and 2m from
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base during opening and closing
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operation
i) Resistance Ohm
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i) Resistance Ohm
OPERATING MECHANISM
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1. Type of operating mechanism
mechanism
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rated voltage motor
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v) Whether thermal magnetic
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protection provided for the motor
5.
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No. of close-open operations No.
possible with the stored energy.
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6. i) Heater voltage V
7 Hydraulic Mechanism
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a) Minimum
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b) Maximum
c) Nominal
a) minimum to maximum
hydraulic pressure
pressure
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iv) Storage compartment size M3
(stage-I)
(stage-II)
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d) Low oil pressure lockout:
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- Auto reclosing lockout
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- Closing lockout
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- Tripping lockout
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vi) No. and description of safety
alarms provided for:
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a) -------------------------------
b) -------------------------------
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c) -------------------------------
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i) Time required for the motor to Sec
recharge the closing spring
i) a)--------------------------------
ii) b)--------------------------------
iii) c----------------------------------
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i) Nominal SF6 pressure at 20oC Bars
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ii) Normal operating pressure Bars
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iii) Maximum SF6 operating Bars
pressure
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iv) Minimum SF6 operating Bars
pressure
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(stage-I) Bars
(stage-II) Bars
Bars
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d) Closing lockout Bars
1. Overall height mm
2. Overall width mm
3. Overall length mm
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4. Maximum shipping dimensions of mm x
largest item mm x
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mm
5.
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Minimum phase spacing mm
i) Material
ii) Dimensions
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14. Weight of SF6 gas per pole at Kg
atmospheric pressure, where
applicable
2
- Icing mm
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- Earthquake (horizontal ground
acceleration) G -22-
19. Foundation loading: Kg
designed
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i) The requirement of spare parts is listed hereunder and shall be delivered along with the
first consignment of the circuit breakers.
ii) All spare parts shall be new, unused and strictly inter-changeable with the parts by which
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they are intended to be replaced, and shall strictly conform to the relevant specifications.
iii) The manufacturer/supplier shall estimate the requirement along with prices of spare
parts of the circuit breaker and its operating mechanisms which he considers necessary to
be kept reserve on the bases of following criteria and shall submit:-
a) Replacement required in due course of time due to wear and tear of the equipment under
normal working conditions.
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For each separate piece of equipment the manufacturer shall give a spare parts catalogue.
This spare parts catalogue shall contain an assembly drawing of the equipment which shall
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show all parts of the equipment separately marked, designated and referenced. The
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catalogue 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 catalogue shall present
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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
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catalogue.
The spare parts shall be treated and packed for long time storage under the service
conditions specified in clause 3. Each spare part shall be clearly marked or labeled on the
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outside on its packing with its description, 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 out-
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side of such case or container and a detailed list enclosed. All cases, containers or other
packages shall be marked and numbered in an approved manner for purposes of
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identification. All cases, containers or other packages are liable to be opened for
examination and packing shall be designed to facilitate opening and thereafter repacking.
vi) 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.
The following spare parts as applicable shall be required for each batch of 10 circuit
breakers of same characteristics and ratings.
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17 Fuses of each type used 1 Set
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18 Motors and pumps of each type used. 1 Set
19 Set of spares for operating mechanism (please attach list) 1 Set
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20 Set of auxiliary relays used in control and auxiliary circuits 2 Sets
21 Set control switches and push buttons used in control and 2 Sets
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auxiliary circuits
22 New hydraulic oil ( for hydraulic oil pressure operating A lot
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mechanisms),as applicable
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The following tools and devices shall be supplied for the purpose of handling and
maintenance of circuit breaker and their operating mechanism:-
O
i) Handle for manual charging for closing springs or hydraulic pressure, one for each
operating mechanism as applicable according to the type of operating mechanism.
N
ii) Any special tool/device for manual discharging of closing/opening springs, one for each
operating mechanism as applicable according to the type of operating mechanism.
iii) Any special tool/device for slow motion operation (closing and opening) of the circuit
breaker, one for each circuit breaker applicable according to the type of operating
mechanism.
iv) SF6 gas filling kit, one for each batch of three circuit breakers.
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SPECIFICATION P-171: 2008
Table-1; Limits of temperature and temperature rise of various parts, materials and
dielectrics of high-voltage switchgear and controlgesr
2
bare-copper alloy in SF6gas
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3) Contacts; bare-copper or 80 40 (See point 4)
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bare-copper alloy in oil
4) Contacts; silver-coated or 105 65 (See point 4&6)
nickel coated in air
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5) Contacts; silver-coated or 105 65 (See point 4, 5&6)
nickel coated in SF6 gas
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6) Contacts; silver-coated or 90 50 (See point 4&6)
nickel coated in oil
7) Contacts; tin-coated in air 90 50 (See point 4&6)
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2
connection to external
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conductors by screws or
0220
bolts; silver, nickel or tin-
coated
22) Terminals for the (See point 7&8)
connection to
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external
conductors by screws or
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bolts; other coatings
23) Oil for oil switching 90 50 (See point 9&10)
devices
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2
insulating material in contact
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with oil, except contacts
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35) Accessible parts 70 30 -
expected to touched in
normal operation
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36) Accessible parts which 80 40 -
need not to touched in
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normal operation
NOTE The points referred in - - -
this table are those of sub-
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clause 4.2.1
Point 1; According to its function, the same part may belong to several categories as listed
in table-1. In this case the permissible maximum values of temperature and temperature rise
N
Point 2; For vacuum switching devices, the values of temperature and temperature-rise
limits are not applicable for parts in vacuum. The remaining parts shall not exceed the
values of temperature and temperature rise given in table-1.
Point 3; Care shall be taken to ensure that no damage is caused to the surrounding
insulating materials.
Point 4; When engaging parts have different coatings or one part is of bare material, the
permissible temperatures and temperature rises shall be:
a) For contacts, those of the surface material having the lowest value permitted in item 1 to
9 of table-1,
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b) For connections, those of the surface material having the highest value permitted in item
10 to 18 of table-1.
Point 5; SF6 means pure SF6 or a mixture of SF6 and other oxygen-free gases.
NOTE 1; Due to the absence of oxygen, a harmonization of the limits of temperature for
different contact and connection parts in the case of SF 6 switchgear appears appropriate. In
accordance with IEC 60943, which gives guidance for the specification of permissible
temperatures, the permissible temperature limits for bare copper and bare copper alloy parts
can be equalized to the values for silver-coated or nickel-coated parts in the case of SF 6
atmospheres.
In the particular case of tin-coated parts, due to fretting corrosion effects (refer to IEC
60943) an increase of the permissible temperatures is not applicable, even under the
oxygen-free conditions of SF6. Therefore the initial values for tin-coated parts are kept.
NOTE 2; Temperature rises for bare-copper and silver-coated contacts in SF 6 are under
2
consideration.
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Point 6; The quality of the coated contacts shall be such that a continuous layer of coating
0220
material remains in the contact area:
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a) after making and breaking test (if any),
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b) after short-time withstand current test,
according to the relevant specifications for each equipment. Otherwise, the contacts shall be
regarded as "bare".
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Point 7; When materials other than those given in table 1 are used, their properties shall be
considered, notably in order to determine the maximum permissible temperature rises.
O
Point 8; The values of temperature and temperature rise are valid even if the conductor
N
Point 10; Special consideration should be given when low flash-point oil is used in regard
to vaporization and oxidation.
Point 11; The temperature shall not reach a value where the elasticity of the material is
impaired.
Point 12; Classes of insulating materials are those given in IEC 60085.
Point 13; Limited only by the requirement not to cause any damage to surrounding parts.
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