DST 34-209

STANDARD
Document Classification: Controlled Disclosure

Title: Distribution Standard – Part 22: Unique Identifier: 34-209
CABLE SYSTEMS – SECTION 6: Document Type: DST
MEDIUM-VOLTAGE CABLING IN Revision: 1
SUBSTATIONS
Published date: MARCH 2010
Total pages: 24
Review date: MARCH 2015
COMPILED BY APPROVED BY FUNCTIONAL RESP AUTHORISED BY
_ _SIGNED _ _ _ _ SIGNED_ _ _ _ _ _SIGNED _ _ _ _ _SIGNED _ _ _

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R A KELLY T P DU PLESSIS V SINGH MN BAILEY
Chief Engineer UG SC Chairman for TESCOD CMDT for MD (Dx)
DATE: 31/03/2010… DATE: 31/03/2010…… DATE: 31/03/2010…… DATE: 31/03/2010…
Content
Page
Foreword............................................................................................................................................. 2
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... 5
1 Scope ......................................................................................................................................... 5
2 Normative references................................................................................................................. 5
3 Definitions and abbreviations ..................................................................................................... 7
3.1 Definitions .............................................................................................................................. 7
3.2 Abbreviations ......................................................................................................................... 7
4 Requirements ............................................................................................................................. 9
4.1 General .................................................................................................................................. 9
4.2 Cabling from the transformer to the indoor switchgear/customer switchgear ..................... 11
4.3 Cabling from the transformer to the neutral electromagnetic coupler with resistor (NECR) 12
4.4 Cabling from the indoor switchgear to the overhead line .................................................... 13
4.5 Cabling from the indoor switchgear to the cable network or customer ............................... 14
Annex A – Requirements for the termination of cables into indoor switchgear in accordance with
DSP 34-1157. ................................................................................................................................... 16
Annex B – Impact Assessment......................................................................................................... 21
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MEDIUM-VOLTAGE CABLING IN SUBSTATIONS Unique Identifier: 34-209
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Foreword
The Distribution Standard is a multi-part document whose total structure is defined in Part 0. This part of
the Distribution Standard consists of the following sections under Part 22 having the general title ‘Cable
systems’:
Section 0: DST 34-1175, General information and requirements for medium-voltage cable systems.
Section 1: DST 34-937, Insulation requirements for medium-voltage cable-connected equipment with air-
filled enclosures.
Section 2: DST 34-1176, General information and requirements for low-voltage cable systems.
Section 3: DST 34-1177, General information and requirements for high-voltage cable systems.
Section 4: DST 34-212, Inspection and maintenance of high-voltage cables.
Section 5: DST 34-06, Medium-voltage services to large power users.
Section 6: DST 34-209, Medium-voltage cabling in substations.
Any recommendations for corrections, additions or deletions to this standard should be sent to:
The Plant Technologies Manager

Industry Association Resource Centre (IARC)
Private Bag X1074
GERMISTON
1400
Telephone (011) 871-2416 Fax (011) 871-2352
Email: vinod.singh@eskom.co.za
The notices in Part 0 of the Distribution Standard are also applicable to this part.
Revision history
This revision cancels and replaces revision no 0 of document no DPC 34-209.

Date Rev. Clause Remarks
Mar 2010 1 - Compiled By: R A Kelly
Document formatted and updated according to latest template.
2 Normative references updated.
Annexure Contents of previous Annex A moved to normative references.
Annexure B and C changed to A and B respectively.
Annex A Updated to include allowance for 1250 A feeder panels.
4.1 & 4.5 Tables 1 and 4 updated to include allowance for 300mm2 3-core 11 kV
cables.
4.2 & Added references to D-DT-4311 and D-DT-4312 (in addition to D-DT-
4.3.3 4310) – for direct customer supplies (outdoor arrangement)
4.1.3 Clause updated and reference to DGL 34-05 added.
When downloaded from the IARC WEB, this document is uncontrolled and the responsibility rests with the user
to ensure it is in line with the authorised version on the WEB.
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JAN/2007 DST Document revue. Document reference number changed.
34-209
REV 0 Template and normative references updated.
References to D-DT-5240 sheets 19, 20 and 21 added (earthing of MV

cables in substations) throughout document.
Clause 3.4: Definition of shrouded termination modified.
Clause 4.1: XLPE insulated MV cable options and reference to D-DT-

8001 added.
Clause 4.1.2 and 4.1.3 added regarding the current carrying capacity of
MV cables.
Clause 4.1.1: Reference to D-DT-0856 added.
Clause 4.1.5 c) added
Clause 4.1.6 added for air-filled cable trench option with reference to D-
DT-5245.
Clause 4.1.7: Reference to D-DT-8006 added for XLPE cable

terminations.
Clause 4.1.9 modified to read “Single-core and three-core cables shall

be connected at the equipment connection point using mechanical
torque shear lugs in accordance with NRS 075 with M16 fixing holes”.
Normative reference to NRS 075 added.
Clause 4.1.10: Clause added with reference to DSP 34-1157. Table 1

added and all subsequent tables re-numbered.
Clause 4.1.11, 4.1.12 and Annex A added with reference to the

requirements for terminating cables into switchgear.
Clause 4.2.2 revised to include references to D-DT-4646, 4648 and 4649

for 1-core cable
Table 2 – option for 22 kV 3-core cable removed. Note added.
Clause 4.2.3 notes 2 and 3 revised. Cable length increased from 500 m
to 1500 m (for a standing voltage at open end of < 70 V).
Clauses 4.2.6, 4.2.7 and 4.2.9 added for cable termination and earthing
requirements.
Clause 4.3.1: Cable to be supported by two cable clamps on NECR.
Clause 4.3.2: Reference to D-DT-4660 removed as drawing is no longer

valid.
Clause 4.3.2: Removed (“The cable entry to the NECR hood shall be
sealed by means of a compression gland provided with the NECR
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hood”).
Clause 4.3.2 modified to refer to sheet 1 of D-DT-4646/7/8/9.
Clause 4.3.3 added for NECR cable termination if customer is supplied

directly from transformer. Reference to D-DT-4310 added.
Clause 4.3.6: Cable to be terminated at NECR using an outdoor

termination.
Clause 4.3.7: modified as “cable shall be bonded to the substation earth

mat at the transformer side and at the NECR side”
Clause 4.3.8 added: “The cable termination crutch shall be at least 2.5 m
above the normal ground level (N.G.L).”
Clauses 4.4.3 and 4.4.4 added.
Clause 4.4.9: Note added regarding the fitting of surge arresters in 800 A
switchgear panels.
Clause 4.5.1: Note added referring users to DST 34-06 for further
information.
AUG/1999 SCSAS Original document compiled by Greg Whyte.

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Authorisation
This document has been seen and accepted by:
Name Designation
M N Bailey IARC Manager
V Singh IARC Power Plant Technologies Manager for TESCOD
T P du Plessis Underground Distribution Systems Study Committee Chairman
This document shall apply throughout the Eskom Distribution Division.
Development team
Rhett Kelly
Greg Whyte
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Introduction
This section of the Distribution Standard has been prepared to establish and promote uniform designs for
medium-voltage (MV) cabling in step-down substations. This standard covers the standardised
requirements for MV cabling in substations.
Keywords
medium-voltage, MV, cabling, cables, underground, single-core, three-core, PILC, XLPE, paper-insulated,
XLPE-insulated, substation, step-down
Bibliography
None
1 Scope
This document describes the specific requirements that are required by Distribution for the pollution
performance evaluation of medium-voltage outdoor cable terminations.
This document shall be read in conjunction with 34-224: Section 0, General requirements.
2 Normative references
Parties using this standard shall apply the most recent edition of the documents listed below:
DGL 34-05, Distribution Standard – Part 22: Cable Systems: Planning guideline for medium voltage
underground cable systems.
DST 34-304 (SCSASABK3), Distribution Standard – Part 7: Substations – Section 2: Generic substation
design.
DST 34-937, Distribution Standard – Part 22: Cable Systems – Section 1: Insulation requirements for
medium-voltage cable connected equipment with air filled enclosures.
DST 34-1175, Distribution Standard – Part 22: Cable Systems – Section 0: General information and
requirements for medium voltage cable systems.
DSP 34-1157, Distribution Standard – Part 7: Substations: Distribution group's requirements for 11 kV,
22 kV and 33 kV indoor switchgear manufactured in accordance with NRS 003.
DSP 34-1622, Distribution Standard – Part 22: Cable Systems: Accessories for medium-voltage power
cables with rated voltages from 11 kV to 33 kV.
DSP 34-1624, Distribution Standard – Part 22: Cable Systems: Specification for 11 kV and 22 kV
impregnated paper and XLPE-insulated cables.
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NRS 012, Cable terminations and live conductors within air-filled enclosures (insulation co-ordination) for
rated a.c. voltages from 7,2 kV and up to and including 36 kV.
NRS 053 Edition 2, Accessories for medium-voltage power cables (3,8/6,6 kV to 19/33 kV).
NRS 075, Mechanical torque shear connectors.
IEC 60853-1, Calculation of the cyclic and emergency current rating of cables. Part 1: Cyclic rating factor
for cables up to and including 18/30 (36) kV.
SANS 10198-4, The selection, handling and installation of electric power cables of rating not exceeding 33
kV − Part 4 Current ratings.
SANS 10198-12, The selection, handling and installation of electric power cables of rating not exceeding 33
kV — Part 12 Installation of earthing system.
Eskom assembly drawings:
D-DT-0852 (sheets 1/3) – Cable support bracket assembly for station class surge arresters.
D-DT-0850 – Cable termination from substation onto overhead line general arrangement.
D-DT-0854 – MV cable trench details.
D-DT-0856 – Standard power and control cable codes.
D-DT-4310 – MV transformer bay onto sealing end (22 kV BULL) – direct customer supply
D-DT-4311 – MV transformer bay onto sealing end (11 kV BULL) – direct customer supply
D-DT-4312 – MV transformer bay onto sealing end (11 kV TWIN BULL) – direct customer supply
D-DT-4612 – NEC/NER/AUX. trfr. 11 kV 360 A Cable.
D-DT-4614 – NEC/NER/AUX. trfr. 22 kV 360 A Cable.
D-DT-4646 – MV 1-core cable end support 3 x 630 SQ Cu Cable/phase TWIN BULL
D-DT-4647 – MV 1-core cable end support 1 x 630 SQ Cu Cable/phase BULL
D-DT-4648 – MV 1-core cable end support 4 x 630 SQ Cu Cable/phase TWIN BULL
D-DT-4649 – MV 1-core cable end support 2 x 630 SQ Cu Cable/phase BULL
D-DT-5240 – Earthing standard, Sheets 19, 20 and 21 – Earthing of MV cables in substations
D-DT-5245 – Substation cable trench details

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D-DT-6215 – Station class surge arrester 22 kV.
D-DT-6216 – Station class surge arrester 11 kV.
D-DT-3207 – Bracket, cable termination support.
Eskom buyers guide drawings:
D-DT-8000 – Cable, 11 kV and 22 kV impregnated paper-insulated.
D-DT-8001 – Cable, 11 kV and 22 kV XLPE-insulated.
D-DT-8005 – Termination kit, 1-core and 3-core 11 kV and 22 kV PILC.
D-DT-8006 – Termination kit, 1-core and 3-core 11 kV and 22 kV XLPE.
D-DT-8010 – Surge arrester station class 11 kV and 22 kV polymer – indoor.
D-DT-8011 – Shroud, straight 11 kV and 22 kV 200 mm long.
D-DT-8012 – Cable route marker, concrete.
D-DT-8013 – Cable warning tape.
D-DT-8018 – Pipe, PVC cable.
D-DT-8019 – Clamp, cable polypropylene.
D-DT-8027 – Grommet, cable rubber (50-100mm diameter cable)
3 Definitions and abbreviations
3.1 Definitions
All definitions in NRS 012, NRS 053 and the normative references shall apply.
3.2 Abbreviations
All abbreviations in NRS 012, NRS 053 and the normative references shall apply.
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See clause 4.3
See clause 4.2
See clause 4.5

See clause 4.4
Figure 1 – Generic substation layout showing MV cabling

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4 Requirements
4.1 General
4.1.1 Medium-voltage cables used in substations shall comply with DSP 34-1624 and shall be
XLPE-insulated or impregnated-paper insulated with copper conductors (see D-DT-8000 and D-DT-8001).
4.1.2 The rating of all XLPE-insulated cables shall be based upon a maximum conductor
temperature of 70 oC in order to prevent drying out of the soil surrounding the cable.
NOTE A conductor temperature of 70 oC is specified as it has been shown that sustained operation of XLPE-insulated cable
with a conductor temperature of 90 oC leads to drying out of the soil surrounding the cable and potential thermal runaway.
4.1.3 Where the on-site installation conditions differ significantly from the standard conditions
applicable to tables 2 to 6 of DST 34-1175 and this standard, the actual sustained current-carrying capacity
can be calculated using appropriate rating factors as given in SANS 10198-4 or by using the online Eskom
Distribution cable rating calculation tool. The quick calculation tool that includes both sustained (or steady-
state) current calculations (for both “normal” and “contingency” continuous current ratings based on IEC
60287-1-1) and, if required, a cyclic current rating (calculated in accordance with IEC 60853-1) is available
under “Software” on the Distribution Technology website (“Cable Rating Tool”). Refer to DGL 34-05 for
further information on MV cable current ratings and loading.
NOTE In order to affect the current-carrying capacity of single core cables installed in trefoil, due to the fact that Eskom has
standardised on cables with 630mm2 Cu conductors, the design engineer may consider varying the spacing between adjacent
trefoil circuits (see dimension ‘X’ shown in figure 2) and if necessary importing bedding, blanket and back-fill soil with a specific
thermal resistivity.
4.1.4 For the purpose of labelling of drawings and purchasing, a method of cable coding has been
implemented by Eskom (see D-DT-0856).
4.1.5 All cable work shall be in accordance with DST 34-1175 with the following specific
requirements:
a) cable shall be laid by direct burial in accordance with D-DT-0854.
b) single-core cable groups shall be laid in close trefoil with a minimum spacing of 450mm
between circuits (dimension ‘X’) and a phase rotation as shown in figure 2.
X (mm) X (mm) X (mm)
R R R R
W B B W W B B W
Figure 2 – Phase rotation and spacing for single-core cable groups
NOTE: The phase rotation indicated in figure 2 attempts to equalize the inductance of each single-core and hence the
impedance per phase.
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c) single-core cable groups shall be bound at least every 3 m using non-metallic ties before back-
filling.
d) warning tape (see D-DT-8013) shall be installed directly above the cable at a depth of 300 mm
below natural ground level.
e) cable crossing runways or slipways shall be installed in pipes (see D-DT-8018). The pipes
shall be plugged at each end to prevent backfill entering the pipe.
f) cable route markers (see D-DT-8012) shall be installed directly above the cable at each bend,
road crossing and cable trench crossing. The base of the marker shall be installed at a depth
of 250 mm below natural ground level. The following shall be punched onto the aluminium
plate of the cable route marker:
1) an arrow indicating the cable route, and
2) the circuit number indicated on the station electrical diagram.
4.1.6 Where cable is required to be installed in structured cable trenches with pre-cast trench
covers, it shall be installed in cable trenches in accordance with D-DT-5245 with the following specific
requirements:
a) cable shall be laid in either a single or a double cable trench depending on the number of
circuits to be installed.
b) single-core cable groups shall be laid in close trefoil with a minimum spacing of 300 mm
between circuits (dimension ‘X’) and a phase rotation as shown in figure 2. A single cable
trench shall be used for up to 2 trefoil groups and a double cable trench for more than 2 trefoil
groups.
c) single-core cable groups shall be bound at least every 3 m using non-metallic ties.
d) pre-cast cable trench covers shall be installed over the cable trench to protect the cables from
external damage and solar radiation.
e) adequate water drainage shall be provided.
f) provision shall be made to allow for adequate cable bending radii.
g) no warning tape or cable route markers are required.
h) if the cable trenches are back-filled (e.g.to reduce risk of theft), suitable back-fill material shall
be used in the entire trench with a soil thermal resistivity that is appropriate for the required
current carrying capacity.
4.1.7 Medium-voltage cable terminations (see D-DT-8005 and D-DT-8006) and shrouds (see D-DT-
8011) shall comply with DSP 34-1622.
4.1.8 Where cables are terminated in air filled enclosures the clearances shall comply with DST 34-
937.
4.1.9 Single-core and three-core cables shall be connected at the equipment connection point using
mechanical torque shear lugs in accordance with NRS 075 with M16 fixing holes.
4.1.10 Indoor switchgear panels manufactured in accordance with DSP 34-1157 shall always be
designed to accommodate the number and size of cables as shown in table 1.
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Table 1 – Maximum cable size for metal-clad switchgear rating
Panel rating Type of panel Maximum Cable size
2
(A) (mm )
800 Feeder 2 × 3-core

2
≤ 300 mm Cu for 11 kV
2
1250 Incomer (Transformer) 2 × 630 mm2 1-core / phase
OR
Feeder
2500 Incomer (Transformer) 4 × 630 mm2 1-core / phase
4.1.11 Provision shall be made in the switchgear for a separate point of attachment for each cable
core (and surge arrester, if applicable) to be terminated. Unused points of attachment shall be shrouded.
No back to back lugs are allowed for multiple cable attachment. See photo A.4.
4.1.12 Cables shall be terminated at AIS (air-insulated switchgear) switchgear in accordance with the
requirements given in Annex A.
4.2 Cabling from the transformer to the indoor switchgear/customer

switchgear
NOTE For a transformer supplying a customer directly using an outdoor arrangement via an isolator, the general arrangement
of the cable end support structure is shown in D-DT-4310, D-DT-4311 or D-DT-4312.
4.2.1 The cable cross-sectional area shall be in accordance with table 2.
Table 2 – Cable size for transformer-to-indoor switchgear connection

1 2 3
Transformer Cable size
rating 2
(mm )
(MVA)
11 kV 22 kV
2
1 × 630 mm 1-core / phase1
2
10 1 × 630 mm 1-core / phase
20 2 × 630 mm2 1-core / phase 1 × 630 mm2 1-core / phase1
2
40 4 × 630 mm 1-core / phase 2 × 630 mm2 1-core / phase
NOTE 1. As the standard 22 kV incomer switchgear panel (i.e. 1250 A) is designed to
accommodate single-core cables only, the use of 3-core cable at 22 kV is not possible.
4.2.2 The general arrangement of single-core cable terminations to the transformer secondary shall
be as shown in D-DT-4647 (1 x 1-core /phase) or D-DT-4649 (2 x 1-core /phase) or D-DT-4646 (3 x 1-core
/phase) or D-DT-4648 (4 x 1-core /phase).
4.2.3 The armouring and/or lead sheath of each single-core cable shall be bonded to the substation
earth mat at the switchgear side using the earth terminal provided and insulated from earth at the
transformer side (see D-DT-5240 sheet 21).
NOTE 1 Open ending one side of the cable (“single/end point bonding”) eliminates circulating current and resulting losses in
the sheath.
NOTE 2 The voltage induced in the sheath (measured at the open end) will be less than 70 V for circuits < 1500 m.
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NOTE 3 Where circuits exceed 1500 m earthing and bonding at both ends shall generally be applied and the additional losses
resulting from circulating currents shall be accepted. Alternative methods of eliminating sheath circulating current are provided
in SANS 10198-12.
4.2.4 The armouring and/or lead sheath of three-core cable shall be bonded to the substation earth
mat at the switchgear side using the earth terminal provided (see D-DT-5240 sheet 20) and at the
transformer side to the medium equipment support structure (see D-DT-5240 sheet 19).
4.2.5 The cable shall be terminated at the transformer using an outdoor cable termination.
4.2.6 The cable termination shall be supported at the transformer using cable support clamps (see
D-DT-8019) attached to the cable end support structure (see D-DT-5240 sheet 19). Double support clamps
(i.e. two clamps in tandem or ‘piggy-back’ arrangement) are required where two single core cables are
terminated per side of the support structure.
4.2.7 The cable termination crutch (bottom of the cable termination) at the transformer shall be at
least 2.5 m above the normal ground level (N.G.L) (see D-DT-5240 sheet 19).
4.2.8 The cable shall be terminated at the switchgear using a shrouded termination.
4.2.9 The cable termination shall be supported at the switchgear by a cable support clamp (see D-
DT-8019) provided with the switchgear (see D-DT-5240 sheet 20 or 21).
4.3 Cabling from the transformer to the neutral electromagnetic coupler with
resistor (NECR)
4.3.1 The cable shall be 95 mm2 three-core and shall be supported at the NECR by the two cable
support clamps (see D-DT-8019) provided on the NECR.
NOTE Where the prospective symmetrical fault level exceeds 10 kA for 1 s it is accepted that the cable will be damaged in the
event of an inter-phase fault at the NECR.
4.3.2 For a transformer supplying Eskom indoor switchgear directly, the general arrangement of the
cable termination on the transformer secondary side shall be as shown in sheet 1 of D-DT-4647 (1 x 1-core
/ phase) or D-DT-4649 (2 x 1-core /phase) or D-DT-4646 (3 x 1-core /phase) or D-DT-4648 (4 x 1-core /
phase). The cable termination shall be supported using cable support clamps (see D-DT-8019) attached to
the cable end support structure.
4.3.3 For a transformer supplying a customer, the general arrangement of the cable termination on
the transformer secondary side shall be as shown in D-DT-4310, D-DT-4311 or D-DT-4312. The NECR
cable shall be terminated between the transformer secondary and the outdoor current and voltage
transformers. The cable termination shall be supported using cable support clamps (see D-DT-8019)
attached to the medium equipment support structure.
4.3.4 The cable shall be terminated at the transformer using an outdoor termination.
4.3.5 The general arrangement of the cable termination to the NECR connection shall be as shown
in D-DT-4612 (11 kV) and D-DT-4614 (22 kV).
4.3.6 The cable shall be terminated at the NECR using an outdoor termination.
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4.3.7 The armouring and/or lead sheath of the cable shall be bonded to the substation earth mat at
the transformer side to the cable end support structure and at the NECR side to the earth terminal provided
(see D-DT-5240 sheet 19).
4.3.8 The cable termination crutch (bottom of the cable termination) shall be at least 2.5 m above the
normal ground level (N.G.L) (see D-DT-5240 sheet 19).
4.4 Cabling from the indoor switchgear to the overhead line
4.4.1 The cable cross-sectional area shall be chosen to suit the rating of the overhead line conductor
as well as the 3 second prospective symmetrical fault level of the system. Table 3 indicates the minimum
cable size to be used based upon prospective fault level considerations.
Table 3 – Minimum cable size based on prospective fault level

1 2 3
Transformer rating Minimum cable size
(MVA) (mm2)
11 kV 22 kV
10 > 70 > 35
20 > 150 > 70
40 > 300 (PILC) > 150
≥ 300 (XLPE)
NOTE 1 The transformer impedance is assumed to be 10 %.
NOTE 2 The maximum fault level duration is 3 s. The 3 s duration has been selected due to
the fact that the protection for overhead line feeders is in general set to auto-reclose.
DT-8019) provided with the switchgear (see D-DT-5240 sheet 20).
4.4.4 The cable entry through the gland/vermin proofing plate/s shall be sealed and protected using
a rubber grommet (see D-DT-8027) provided with the switchgear (see D-DT-5240 sheet 20).
4.4.5 The armouring and/or lead sheath of the three-core cable shall be bonded to the substation
earth mat at the switchgear earth terminal provided (see D-DT-5240 sheet 20).
4.4.6 The cable termination to overhead line connection shall be in accordance with D-DT-0850.
4.4.7 The cable shall be terminated at the overhead line using an outdoor termination.
4.4.8 Station class surge arresters (see D-DT-6215 and D-DT-6216) shall protect the cable
termination at the overhead line connection.
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NOTE: Station class surge arresters without disconnecting devices are used for the following reasons:
a) under earth fault conditions temporary overvoltages (TOVs) are maximum closest to the source and therefore
surge arresters with an MCOV equal to Um are preferred at substation riser pole applications, and
b) a failed surge arrester will result in a permanent line fault requiring immediate replacement of the arrester. This
is preferred to disconnection of the failed arrester as the consequences of surges on the cable or connected
switchgear can be catastrophic.
4.4.9 MV indoor surge arresters (see D-DT-8010) shall be installed in the switchgear at the cable
terminal connection point.
NOTE: When specified in schedule A of the switchgear enquiry document or switchgear ordering schedule, 800 A or 1250 A
feeder panels are fitted with MV indoor surge arresters as follows:
a) surge arresters are in accordance with D-DT-8010;
b) a separate and accessible point of attachment is provided for each surge arrester;
c) it is possible to disconnect the surge arresters to facilitate overvoltage testing of the switchgear at the
commissioning stage; and
d) the designed clearance requirements are not reduced by virtue of the fact that the surge arresters are fitted.
4.5 Cabling from the indoor switchgear to the cable network or customer
4.5.1 The cable cross-sectional area shall be chosen to suit the cable network / customer load
requirement as well as the 1 second prospective symmetrical fault level of the system. The load
requirements are limited in terms of the standard switchgear ratings and the associated maximum cable
sizes shown in table 4.
NOTE: For further information and guidelines on cable selection, refer to DGL 34-05.
Table 4 – Maximum cable size from indoor switchgear to cable network / customer
1 2
Switchgear panel rating Maximum cable cross-sectional
(A) area
2
(mm )
800 2 × 3-core
2
≤ 185 mm2 Cu for 22 kV
1250 2 × 630 mm2 Cu per phase
DT-8019) provided with the switchgear (see D-DT-5240 sheet 20 or 21).
4.5.4 The cable entry through the gland/vermin proofing plate/s shall be sealed and protected using
a rubber grommet (see D-DT-8027) provided with the switchgear (see D-DT-5240 sheet 20 or 21).
4.5.5 The armouring and/or lead sheath of the three-core cable shall be bonded to the substation
earth mat at the switchgear earth terminal provided (see D-DT-5240 sheet 20).
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4.5.6 The armouring and/or lead sheath of the three-core cable shall be bonded to the remote earth
electrode at the customer/equipment installation.
4.5.7 Where the customer utilises single core cables from the Eskom substation the earthing and
bonding arrangement shall comply with the requirements of SANS 10198-12 and shall be agreed upon in
writing between Eskom and the customer.
4.5.8 The armouring and/or lead sheath of the single-core cables at the Eskom substation shall be
bonded to the substation earth mat at the switchgear earth terminals provided (see D-DT-5240 sheet 21).
4.5.9 The armouring and/or lead sheath of the single-core cables at the customer installation may or
may not be bonded to the customer’s earth mat depending on the earthing and bonding arrangement
agreed upon.
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Annex A – Requirements for the termination of cables into indoor switchgear

in accordance with DSP 34-1157.
(normative)
1 Cable connection onto 800 A, 1250 A and 2500 A panels
1.1 The point of attachment of the cable/s onto the switchgear shall always be shrouded using a
straight shroud (D-DT-8011) as illustrated in figures A.1 and A.2.
Figure A.1 – Three-core cable connection to switchgear terminal
Type: DST
Revision: REV 1
Page: 17 of 24
Annex A
(continued)
Figure A.2 – Single-core cable connection to switchgear terminal
1.2 Where fewer cables are to be connected to a panel than the number of attachments provided, e.g.
one 3-core cable terminated into an 800 A feeder panel, the following shall apply:
• the cable shall be connected to the inner most attachment points; and
• the unused attachment points shall be shrouded with straight shrouds (D-DT-8011) as shown in
figure A.3.
1.3 The weight of the cable shall be supported by the cable support clamp (see D-DT-8019) provided in
the panel and shall not hang on the attachment points.
NOTE: The switchgear is supplied with a cable support clamp corresponding to and fitted for each cable entry hole provided in
the gland/vermin proofing plate/s.
1.4 The cable entry hole through the gland/vermin proofing plate/s shall be sealed using the rubber
cable grommet (see D-DT-8027) provided in the panel. The rubber grommet shall be cut on site to fit the
cable outer sheath diameter.
NOTE: The switchgear gland/vermin proofing plate cable entry holes are factory pre-drilled (∅110 mm) and are supplied with
the rubber grommets fitted. The purpose of the rubber grommet is to seal (i.e. vermin proof) the cable entry through the
gland/vermin proofing plate/s.
Type: DST
Revision: REV 1
Page: 18 of 24
Annex A
(continued)
Figure A.3 – Shrouding of unused attachment point
2 Surge arrester connection into an 800 A feeder panel
2.1 An example of an Alstom SBV 800 A feeder panel fitted with surge arresters to D-DT-8010 is
shown in photographs A.3, A.4 and A.5. When installing the switchgear the following shall apply:
• the requirements of clause 1 of this annex shall apply to the cable and terminations;
• the required access to terminate the cables shall be obtained by temporarily removing the surge
arresters. The surge arresters shall be removed from the panel by disconnecting the common
earth bar and the connections at the end of the arrester tails. See photo A.5;
• once the required overvoltage testing of the switchboard has been completed the surge arresters
shall be re-connected and the point of attachment of the surge arresters onto the switchgear shall
be shrouded using straight shrouds (D-DT-8011). See photo A.4.
Type: DST
Revision: REV 1
Page: 19 of 24
Annex A
(continued)
SURGE ARRESTERS
(D-DT-8010)
Photo A.3 – Alstom 800 A SBV feeder panel with surge arresters fitted
SURGE ARRESTER 2 x CABLE

ATTACHMENT POINT ATTACHMENT
POINTS
Type: DST
Revision: REV 1
Page: 20 of 24
Annex A
(continued)
Photo A.4 – Surge arrester point of attachment
COMMON
EARTH BAR
Photo A.5 – Mounting of surge arresters
Type: DST
Revision: REV 1
Page: 21 of 24
Annex B – Impact Assessment

(Informative)
Impact assessment form to be completed for all documents.
1 Guidelines
o All comments must be completed.
o Motivate why items are N/A (not applicable)
o Indicate actions to be taken, persons or organisations responsible for actions and deadline for action.
o Change control committees to discuss the impact assessment, and if necessary give feedback to the
compiler of any omissions or errors.
2 Critical points
2.1 Importance of this document. E.g. is implementation required due to safety deficiencies,
statutory requirements, technology changes, document revisions, improved service quality,
improved service performance, optimised costs.
Comment: There are no technical changes to this document – therefore the publication of revision 1 of this
document requires no specific implementation impact assessment.
2.2 If the document to be released impacts on statutory or legal compliance - this need to be very
clearly stated and so highlighted.
Comment: No impact on statutory or legal compliance.
2.3 Impact on stock holding and depletion of existing stock prior to switch over.
Comment: N/A – this is a standard.
2.4 When will new stock be available?
2.5 Has the interchangeability of the product or item been verified - i.e. when it fails is a straight
swop possible with a competitor's product?
2.6 Identify and provide details of other critical (items required for the successful implementation
of this document) points to be considered in the implementation of this document.
2.7 Provide details of any comments made by the Regions regarding the implementation of this
document.
Comment: (N/A during commenting phase)
Type: DST
Revision: REV 1
Page: 22 of 24
Annex B
(continued)
3 Implementation timeframe
3.1 Time period for implementation of requirements.
3.2 Deadline for changeover to new item and personnel to be informed of DX wide change-over.
4 Buyers Guide and Power Office
4.1 Does the Buyers Guide or Buyers List need updating?
4.2 What Buyer’s Guides or items have been created?
4.3 List all assembly drawing changes that have been revised in conjunction with this document.
Comment: None.
4.4 If the implementation of this document requires assessment by CAP, provide details under 5
4.5 Which Power Office packages have been created, modified or removed?
Comment: None.
5 CAP / LAP Pre-Qualification Process related impacts
5.1 Is an ad-hoc re-evaluation of all currently accepted suppliers required as a result of

implementation of this document?
5.2 If NO, provide motivation for issuing this specification before Acceptance Cycle Expiry date.
5.3 Are ALL suppliers (currently accepted per LAP), aware of the nature of changes contained in
this document?
Type: DST
Revision: REV 1
Page: 23 of 24
Annex B
(continued)
5.4 Is implementation of the provisions of this document required during the current supplier
qualification period?
5.5 If Yes to 5.4, what date has been set for all currently accepted suppliers to comply fully?
Comment: N/A
5.6 If Yes to 5.4, have all currently accepted suppliers been sent a prior formal notification
informing them of Eskom’s expectations, including the implementation date deadline?
Comment: N/A
5.7 Can the changes made, potentially impact upon the purchase price of the material/equipment?
5.8 Material group(s) affected by specification: (Refer to Pre-Qualification invitation schedule for
list of material groups)
6 Training or communication
6.1 Is training required?
Comment: No specific training is required due to the publication of revision 1 of this standard. IARC training
on the standard is available on request.
Type: DST
Revision: REV 1
Page: 24 of 24
Annex B
(continued)
7 Special tools, equipment, software
7.1 What special tools, equipment, software, etc will need to be purchased by the Region to
effectively implement?
7.2 Are there stock numbers available for the new equipment?
7.3 What will be the costs of these special tools, equipment, software?
8 Finances
8.1 What total costs would the Regions be required to incur in implementing this document?
Identify all cost activities associated with implementation, e.g. labour, training, tooling, stock,
obsolescence
Comment:
N/A – this is a standard.………………………………………………………………………………….
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
Impact assessment completed by:
Name: __R A Kelly_______________________________________________________________
Designation: _Chief Engineer_________________________________________________________

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Section 4: DST 34-212, Inspection and maintenance of high-voltage cables.

Section 5: DST 34-06, Medium-voltage services to large power users.

Section 6: DST 34-209, Medium-voltage cabling in substations.

The Plant Technologies Manager

This revision cancels and replaces revision no 0 of document no DPC 34-209.

References to D-DT-5240 sheets 19, 20 and 21 added (earthing of MV

Clause 3.4: Definition of shrouded termination modified.

Clause 4.1: XLPE insulated MV cable options and reference to D-DT-

Clause 4.1.1: Reference to D-DT-0856 added.

Clause 4.1.5 c) added

Clause 4.1.7: Reference to D-DT-8006 added for XLPE cable

Clause 4.1.9 modified to read “Single-core and three-core cables shall

Clause 4.1.10: Clause added with reference to DSP 34-1157. Table 1

Clause 4.1.11, 4.1.12 and Annex A added with reference to the

Clause 4.2.2 revised to include references to D-DT-4646, 4648 and 4649

Table 2 – option for 22 kV 3-core cable removed. Note added.

Clause 4.3.1: Cable to be supported by two cable clamps on NECR.

Clause 4.3.2: Reference to D-DT-4660 removed as drawing is no longer

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Clause 4.3.2 modified to refer to sheet 1 of D-DT-4646/7/8/9.

Clause 4.3.3 added for NECR cable termination if customer is supplied

Clause 4.3.6: Cable to be terminated at NECR using an outdoor

Clause 4.3.7: modified as “cable shall be bonded to the substation earth

Clauses 4.4.3 and 4.4.4 added.

Clauses 4.5.3 and 4.5.4 added.

Clauses 4.5.8 and 4.5.9 added.

AUG/1999 SCSAS Original document compiled by Greg Whyte.

This document shall apply throughout the Eskom Distribution Division.

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NRS 075, Mechanical torque shear connectors.

Eskom assembly drawings:

D-DT-0854 – MV cable trench details.

D-DT-0856 – Standard power and control cable codes.

D-DT-4612 – NEC/NER/AUX. trfr. 11 kV 360 A Cable.

D-DT-4614 – NEC/NER/AUX. trfr. 22 kV 360 A Cable.

D-DT-4646 – MV 1-core cable end support 3 x 630 SQ Cu Cable/phase TWIN BULL

D-DT-4647 – MV 1-core cable end support 1 x 630 SQ Cu Cable/phase BULL

D-DT-4648 – MV 1-core cable end support 4 x 630 SQ Cu Cable/phase TWIN BULL

D-DT-4649 – MV 1-core cable end support 2 x 630 SQ Cu Cable/phase BULL

D-DT-5240 – Earthing standard, Sheets 19, 20 and 21 – Earthing of MV cables in substations

D-DT-5245 – Substation cable trench details

D-DT-6216 – Station class surge arrester 11 kV.

D-DT-3207 – Bracket, cable termination support.

Eskom buyers guide drawings:

D-DT-8000 – Cable, 11 kV and 22 kV impregnated paper-insulated.

D-DT-8001 – Cable, 11 kV and 22 kV XLPE-insulated.

D-DT-8005 – Termination kit, 1-core and 3-core 11 kV and 22 kV PILC.

D-DT-8006 – Termination kit, 1-core and 3-core 11 kV and 22 kV XLPE.

D-DT-8010 – Surge arrester station class 11 kV and 22 kV polymer – indoor.

D-DT-8011 – Shroud, straight 11 kV and 22 kV 200 mm long.

D-DT-8012 – Cable route marker, concrete.

D-DT-8013 – Cable warning tape.

D-DT-8018 – Pipe, PVC cable.

D-DT-8019 – Clamp, cable polypropylene.

D-DT-8027 – Grommet, cable rubber (50-100mm diameter cable)

3 Definitions and abbreviations