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FS 4034
OFFSHORE FUNCTIONAL
SPECIFICATION FOR Rev. No. 0
DESIGN
INDUSTRIAL TYPE
SECTION SOCKETS AND PLUGS Discipline Elect
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FUNCTIONAL
SPECIFICATION
FOR
INDUSTRIAL TYPE SOCKETS & PLUGS

PREPARED / REVIEWED APPROVED BY TOTAL NO. OF DATE REV.

REVISED BY PAGES
BY
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Table of Contents

1. SCOPE: ............................................................................................................................... 3
2. CODES & STANDARDS: .............................................................................................. 3
3. SITE CONDITIONS:....................................................................................................... 3
4. SCOPE OF SUPPLY: ........................................................................................................ 3
5. TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:.................................................................................. 3
5.1. General ...................................................................................................................... 3
5.2. Three Phase Welding Receptacles:....................................................................... 4
5.3. Single Phase Plugs & Sockets: .............................................................................. 5
6. TESTING AND INSPECTION: .................................................................................... 5
7. SPARES :............................................................................................................................ 5
8. WARRANTY:.................................................................................................................... 6
9. VENDOR DATA REQUIREMENT: ............................................................................. 6
10. CONFLICT : ..................................................................................................................... 6
11. CERTIFICATION: .......................................................................................................... 6
12. PACKING AND TRANSPORT: .................................................................................. 7
13. ATTACHMENT : ............................................................................................................ 7

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1. SCOPE:

The intent of this specification is to define the requirements of welding receptacles,

convenience outlets & plugs for locating in unclassified areas of offshore platforms.

2. CODES & STANDARDS:

2.1. The following codes and standards form a part of this specification:
NEC - National Electrical Code.
NEMA - National Electrical Manufacturer's Association.
BIS - Bureau of Indian Standards.
BSI - British Standards Institution.
ANSI - American National Standards Institute.

2.2. Any other international standard or code may be used in lieu of above subject to
prior approval of the company.

3. SITE CONDITIONS:

All the equipment shall be designed to withstand the conditions specified in the
General Design Criteria enclosed in the Bid Package.

4. SCOPE OF SUPPLY:

The scope of supply through this specification includes:

4.1. Three phase (415V, 63AMP, 50HZ), 4 wire industrial type welding switch
socket & plug
4.2. Single Phase (240V, 15A/5A , 50HZ), 3 Wire industrial type/domestic switch
socket & plug.
4.3. Weather proof cable glands, lugs & necessary hardware.

5. TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:

5.1. General

5.1.1. All the plugs and sockets shall be industrial type and weatherproof with
enclosure protection IP-56/NEMA-4 suitable for installing in outdoor
areas without any extra weather protection.

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5.1.2. The body of the plugs and sockets shall be cast metal or other suitable
material and shall be free from frictional sparking hazard.

5.1.3. All hardware such as nuts, bolts, washers etc. shall be cadmium plated.

5.1.4. Protective coating shall be provided as per Spec No. 2005 (General
Specification - Protective Coating).

5.1.5. The plugs and sockets shall be suitable for mounting on the vertical face
of wall/steel structure.

5.1.6. A set of special tools, required for opening/maintenance of plug and

sockets shall be supplied alongwith the units.

5.2. Three Phase Welding Receptacles:

5.2.1. The weatherproof welding receptacles with interlocked switch shall be

rated for 63A, 3-Phase, 415V, 50HZ, 4-Wire and shall be supplied
complete with cable termination accessories for 3-1/2 x 25mm2 PVC
insulated and sheathed armoured copper conductor FRLS cables
respectively. Two nos. cable entries from bottom and 2 nos.
weatherproof cable glands shall be provided on each receptacle for
looping to other receptacle. The unused entries shall be sealed through
weatherproof plugs.

5.2.2. The receptacles shall be supplied with matching plug with cable
termination accessories suitable for 4 X220/0.45mm (O.D. approx.
53MM) welding cable. The plug shall be provided with round pins. The
construction shall be such that the engagement and disengagement shall
be by two separate and distinct movements and it shall not be by two
separate and distinct movements and it shall not be possible to Plug-in or
withdraw the plug if the circuit is 'on'. A built-in interlock switch shall
be provide for the above purpose. Caps shall be provided for each
receptacle and connected to body by metallic chain for covering the
same when not in use. A scrapping earth connection shall be provided
between receptacle and plug.

5.2.3. Two nos external earthing terminals shall be provided on the body.

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5.3. Single Phase Plugs & Sockets:

5.3.1. Weatherproof switch socket units rated for 15A, 1-Phase, 240V, 50HZ,
3-Wire (phase, neutral and earth) shall be supplied. Switch socket shall
be suitable for termination two nos. 3 core 4 mm2 PVC insulated and
sheathed, armoured copper cables 2 nos weatherproof cable glands shall
be provided on each sockets for looping to other sockets. The unused
entries shall be sealed through weatherproof plugs.

5.3.2. The socket shall be supplied with matching plug with cable-termination
accessories suitable for termination 3 X 4 mm2 (G.D.Approx. 19 mm)
tinned copper flexible wire insulated with rubber and overall sheath of
polychloroprene (PCP)/PVC.insulated cables or any other type, if
specified in particular specification. The plug shall be provided with
round pins.

5.3.3. Outdoor type sockets construction shall be such that the engagement and
disengagement shall be by two separate and distinct movements and it
shall not be possible to plug in or withdraw the plug if circuit is ‘ON’. A
built in interlock switch shall be provided for above purpose. Indoor
type sockets (to be located in enclosed rooms) shall be ordinary
construction without above interlock.

5.3.4. Caps shall be provided for each socket and connected to the body by
metallic chain, for covering the same when not in use. A scrapping earth
connection shall be provided between the plug and socket.

6. TESTING AND INSPECTION:

6.1. A visual inspection shall be made to ensure that the finishing and workmanship
are up to the mark.

6.2. Company reserves the right to witness the final testing and inspection. Prior
intimation of atleast 20 days shall be given to enable the company its
representative to witness the test.

7. SPARES :

7.1. Vendor shall provide spare parts needed for start-up. In addition, Vendor shall
furnish a separate priced list of recommended spares for two (2) years normal
operation and maintenance. Recommended spares shall take into account the

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related factors of system reliability, effect of downtime upon production,

safety, cost of parts and availability of equipment service facilities.

7.2. All spares furnished by vendor shall be wrapped and packaged so that they
could be preserved in original as new condition under the normal conditions of
storage prevailing in India and shall be properly tagged and coded to facilitate
future identification. They shall be packaged separately, clearly marked as
"Spare Parts" and shipped along with main unit. Packing lists shall be furnished
so that the parts can be handled without uncrating, if required.

8. WARRANTY:

Vendor shall have final and total responsibility for the design and performance of
all the plugs and sockets supplied under this specification. Vendor shall warrant
them in accordance with this specification and "General Specification-Definition".
(Spec No. 1050)

9. VENDOR DATA REQUIREMENT:

Vendor shall furnish data in accordance with General Specification "Vendor data
Requirement". (Spec No. 1060)

10. CONFLICT :

In the event of conflict between this specification & other documents listed herein,
the followings order of priority shall govern:

10.1. Basic Bid Work

10.2. Design criteria, drawings and data sheet (Whichever applicable).
10.3. This specification .
10.4. General Specification.
10.5. Codes & Standards.

11. CERTIFICATION:

All offered plug and sockets or those of similar design manufactured by same
vendor:
− Shall have been type tested by an authority approved by the company
− Shall have been in continuous satisfactory service on offshore for a
minimum period of two years.

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− Shall be having current certification/approval/listing by an agency approved

by company or UL or FM.

12. PACKING AND TRANSPORT:

The offered plugs and sockets along with their accessories shall be shipped to site
packed in wooded crates. They shall be wrapped with polythene sheets, before
being placed in the crates to prevent damage to finish. Crates shall have skid bottom
for handling.

13. ATTACHMENT :

The following by reference shall form part of this specification.

1050 : Definition
2005 : Protective coating
1060 : Vendor Data Requirement

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