Switchgear and Substations

3.1 High-Voltage Substations

Instrument transformers Current transformers (CTs) are of the dry-type design. Epoxy resin is not used for insulation purposes. The cores have the accuracies and burdens that are shown on the SLD. Voltage transformers are of the inductive type, with ratings of up to 200 VA. Cable terminations 1-phase or 3-phase, SF6 gas-insulated, metal-enclosed cable end housings are provided. The cable manufacturer has to supply the stress cone and suitable sealings to prevent oil or gas from leaking into the SF6 switchgear. Siemens will supply a mating connection piece to be tted to the cable end. The cable end housing is suitable for oil-type, gas-pressure-type cables with plastic insulation (PE, PVC, etc.) as specied on the SLD or the data sheets. Additionally, devices for safely isolating a feeder cable and connecting a high-voltage test cable to the switchgear or cable will be provided (g. 3.1-44, g. 3.1-45). Overhead-line terminations The terminations for connecting overhead-lines come complete with SF6-to-air bushings but without line clamps (g. 3.1-46). Control and monitoring As a standard, an electromechanical or solid-state interlocking control board is supplied for each switchgear bay. This fault-tolerant interlocking system prevents all operating malfunctions. Mimic diagrams and position indicators provide the operating personnel with clear operating instructions. Provisions for remote control are included. Gas compartments are constantly monitored by density monitors that provide alarm and blocking signals via contacts. Required tests Partial discharge tests All solid insulators tted in the switchgear are subjected to a routine partial discharge test prior to installation. At 1.2 times the line-to-line voltage, no measurable discharge is allowed. This test ensures maximum safety with regard to insulator failure, good long-term performance and thus a very high degree of reliability. Pressure tests Each cast-aluminum enclosure of the switchgear is pressuretested for at least twice the service pressure. Leakage tests Leakage tests performed on the subassemblies ensure that the anges and cover faces are clean, and that the guaranteed leakage rate is not be exceeded. Power frequency tests Each assembly is subjected to power-frequency withstand tests, including sensitive partial discharge detection, to verify correct installation of the conductors, and to make sure that the insulator surfaces are clean and the switchgear as a whole is not subject to internal faults. Additional technical data Siemens will point out any dimensions, weights or other switchgear data that may affect local conditions and handling of the equipment. Any quotation includes drawings showing the switchgear assembly.

Fig. 3.1-43: GIS in special building

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