DOC ID: CEC-SM-

SYSTEM MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT

TS-CM-004

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS: REPLACEMENT 33kV Ex-

COSAK OUTDOOR CURRENT TRANSFORMERS FOR Date: 15/1/2024
GARNETON SUBSTATION

1.0 Introduction

Copperbelt Energy Corporation PLC (CEC) intends to procure 3 x 33kV current

transformers to be used on the Itimpi Solar Project – Grid Connection Works as
replacement units. The current transformers shall replace defective 33kV Ex-Cosak
current transformers.
The purpose of Itimpi Solar Project – Grid Connection Works is to deliver an effective
220/33kV Grid Connection Substation that will evacuate power from Itimpi Solar
Power Plant under construction to the CEC Electric Grid.

2.0 Site Conditions

Below are the existing site conditions.

Description Value
Altitude 1400m.a.s.l.
Isokeraunic Level 130 storm days per annum
Average Rainfall 1065mm per annum
Barometric Pressure 650 ±5mm Hg
Daily Maximum Humidity 82%
Absolute Maximum Temperature 45℃
Mean of Absolute Max. Temperature 30℃
Minimum Temperature 1℃
Mean Radiation (Highest) 0.715W/cm2 (September and October) per day

3.0 Bidding Instructions

All bidders must adhere to the following instructions:

i. Complete Guaranteed Parameters as provided for in tables in section 4.

ii. Provide technical datasheets from manufacturer for the product being offered.
iii. Provide typical test reports for the product being offered.
iv. Please ensure all parameters are filled in with enough details provided.
v. Where applicable, Factory Acceptance Tests shall be carried out as guided by
IEC standards before shipment in the presence of engineers from CEC or a third
party to be appointed.
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SYSTEM MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT
TS-CM-004

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS: REPLACEMENT 33kV Ex-

COSAK OUTDOOR CURRENT TRANSFORMERS FOR Date: 15/1/2024
GARNETON SUBSTATION

vi. Bidders are encouraged to submit bids that fully responds to the requirements
in this document.
vii. Drawings and technical documentation must be approved by CEC engineers
before manufacturing / shipment of the equipment.

4.0 Suitable equipment should meet the following Technical Parameters

4.3 33kV Current Transformers

Item Description Units Requirements Guaranteed
Requirements
1 Service (Indoor / Outdoor
Outdoor)
2 Type Oil filled, with porcelain
3 Standards IEC 44, IEC60694
4 Rated frequency Hz 50
5 Nominal System kVrms 33
Voltage
6 Highest System kVrms 36
Voltage
7 System Neutral - Effectively earthed
8 Rated short time kA 25
thermal current I (3
sec)
9 Rated peak current kApeak 62.5
10 Insulation level -
primary
Winding
a) Power frequency kVrms 75
withstand voltage
- 1 min
b) Lightning kVpeak 170
impulse
withstand voltage
11 One-minute power
frequency
Withstand voltage- kVrms 3
secondary
12 Min. Creepage mm/kV 31
distance
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SYSTEM MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT
TS-CM-004

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS: REPLACEMENT 33kV Ex-

COSAK OUTDOOR CURRENT TRANSFORMERS FOR Date: 15/1/2024
GARNETON SUBSTATION

14 Maximum W Depend on winding (to

secondary be determined during
resistance design stage)
17 Number of cores 4
18 Core Details Core1:1S1-1S2;
2500/1;15VA; Cl 0. 5s
Core2:2S1-2S2;
2500/1;15VA;10P10
Core3:3S1-
3S2;2500/1;20VA;5P20
Core4:4S1-4S2;
2500/1;15VA;5P10
19 Enclosure IP 55
protection for the
secondary terminal (IEC 60529)
box
20 Support structure Not required.

21 Quantity 3

Engineer – System C. Mwape 15/1/2024

Maintenance (Central & South)
Engineer - Protection W. Silavwe 15/1/2024

Senior Manager - Renewables R. Munungwe 28/3/2024

Head- System Maintenance J. Silweya 15/1/2024