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TIPOLOGIA DELL’ELABORATO CODIFICA DELL’ELABORATO

PIFR10007CCC17860
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Specification for the circuit breakers and the switchers in
the MVdc neutral circuit
RICAVATO DAL DOC. TERNA
Stazioni di conversione di CEPAGATTI e KOTOR /
CEPAGATTI and KOTOR Converter Station
CLASSIFICAZIONE DI SICUREZZA

COLLEGAMENTO HVDC 1000 MW ± 500 kVcc “ITALIA - MONTENEGRO”

NOME DEL FILE SCALA CAD FORMATO SCALA FOGLIO

PIFR10007CCC17860_00_08 1 unità = - A4 - 1 / 37

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INDEX

1. SCOPE .................................................................................................................................... 6
2. GENERAL ............................................................................................................................... 7
2.1 Documenti di riferimento ................................................................................................... 7
2.2 NORMATIVA DI RIFERIMENTO:...................................................................................... 8
2.3 Enviromental condition:..................................................................................................... 9
2.4 Acromym: ......................................................................................................................... 9
3. SYSTEM CONFIGURATION ................................................................................................. 10
4. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................. 11
4.1 Equipment configuration ................................................................................................. 11
4.2 Single line diagrams ....................................................................................................... 11
4.3 Gas system configuration ............................................................................................... 12
4.4 Seal against gas and vacuum ......................................................................................... 13
4.5 Requirements for liquids used in apparatuses ................................................................ 13
4.6 Requirements for gases used in apparatuses ................................................................. 13
4.7 Auxiliary and command apparatuses .............................................................................. 13
4.8 Closure due to external energy source ........................................................................... 13
4.9 Closure with energy accumulation .................................................................................. 13
4.10 Functioning of releases ................................................................................................... 13
4.11 Locking and command devices for low and high pressure. ............................................. 13
4.12 Nameplates of equipment ............................................................................................... 14
4.13 Position indication ........................................................................................................... 15
4.14 Enclosures protection degree ......................................................................................... 15
4.15 Seal against liquids ......................................................................................................... 15
4.16 Flammability ................................................................................................................... 15
4.17 Partitions......................................................................................................................... 15
4.18 Pressure release............................................................................................................. 15
4.19 Noise .............................................................................................................................. 15
4.20 Corrosion ........................................................................................................................ 15
4.21 Control protection and alarm system............................................................................... 15
4.22 Earthing .......................................................................................................................... 17
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4.23 Electromagnetic compability ........................................................................................... 17

5. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION FOR EACH EQUIPMENT ........................................................ 18
5.1 Equipment configuration Circuit breaker (GCB) .............................................................. 18
Rating / Function / Construction ............................................................................................. 18
5.2 High speed disconnecting switch (HSDS) ....................................................................... 23
5.3 Low speed disconnecting switch (LSDS) ......................................................................... 25
5.4 Local Control Panel ......................................................................................................... 26
6. OPERATING REQUIREMENTS AND INSULATION COORDINATION ................................ 27
6.1 Operating requirements.................................................................................................... 27
6.2 Insulation coordination ..................................................................................................... 27
7. TEST ..................................................................................................................................... 28
7.1 Type test ......................................................................................................................... 28
7.1.1 General..................................................................................................................... 28
7.1.2 Dielectric tests .......................................................................................................... 28
7.1.3 Radio interference voltage (r.i.v.) tests...................................................................... 29
7.1.4 Circuit resistance measurements .............................................................................. 29
7.1.5 Temperature-rise tests of the main circuit ................................................................. 29
7.1.5.1 Temperature rise tests of the auxiliary and control equipment .................................. 29
7.1.5.2 Interpretation of the temperature rise of motor .......................................................... 29
7.1.6 Short-time withstand current and peak withstand current tests ................................. 29
7.1.7 Verification of the IP coding ...................................................................................... 29
7.1.8 Gas tightness tests ................................................................................................... 30
7.1.9 Electromagnetic compatibility tests (EMC) ................................................................ 30
7.1.10 Additional tests on auxiliary and control circuits ........................................................ 30
7.1.11 Breaking tests ........................................................................................................... 30
7.1.12 Operating and mechanical endurance tests .............................................................. 30
7.1.13 Case test .................................................................................................................. 30
7.1.14 Diapharagm test pressure......................................................................................... 30
7.1.15 Arc test in the presence of an internal fault ............................................................... 31
7.1.16 Insulator tests ........................................................................................................... 31
7.1.17 Corrosion test on ground .......................................................................................... 31
7.1.18 Reactor, Capacitor, Surge absorber and Bushing for CB .......................................... 31
7.2 Routine test .................................................................................................................... 33
7.2.1 Design and visual check ........................................................................................... 33
7.2.2 Verification of correct wiring ...................................................................................... 33
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7.2.3 Gas & liquid tightness tests ....................................................................................... 33

7.2.4 Mechanical operating test ......................................................................................... 33
7.2.5 Timing test ................................................................................................................ 34
7.2.6 Measurement of the resistance of the main circuit .................................................... 34
7.2.7 Hydraulic pressure switch & gas density switch test ................................................. 34
7.2.8 Dielectric test on auxiliary and control circuit............................................................. 34
7.2.9 Power-frequency voltage tests on the main circuit .................................................... 34
7.2.10 Partial discharge measurement ................................................................................ 34
7.2.11 Reactor, Capacitor, Surge absorber and Bushing for CB .......................................... 34
8 OTHERS ................................................................................................................................ 37
8.2 Spare parts ..................................................................................................................... 37
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1. SCOPE
The present specification deals with the circuit breakers and the switchers of the MVdc neutral circuit, to be installed in the two
converter stations of 1000MW ±500kVdc HVDC link between Cepagatti (Italy) and Kotor (Montenegro), whose acronym is
“MON.ITA.”. The link is designed as bipolar LCC with marine electrodes. Moreover this specification aims to describe also the
components, that have to be considered as an integral part of the equipment, in particular:

- Gas Circuit breakers bushings

- Disconnecting switches bushings
- Inductor for self-oscillating circuit
- Capacitors for self-oscillating circuit
- Surge absorbers

For the datasheet of the circuit breaker and disconnecting switch, please refer to doc. no. TIFR10007CCC17861.

The following table lists the equipment in scope of supply.

Item Tag Description Site

1 =S1.D1.N Pole 1 Neutral Bus Switch (NBS) Cepagatti

2 =S1.D2.N Pole 2 Neutral Bus Switch (NBS) Cepagatti

3 =S1.C Ground Return Transfer Switch (GRTS) Cepagatti

4 =S1.C Metallic return transfer Breaker (MRTB) Cepagatti

5 =S1.C Neutral Bus Grounding Switch (NBGS) Cepagatti

6 =S2.D1.N Pole 1 Neutral Bus Switch (NBS) Kotor

7 =S2.D2.N Pole 2 Neutral Bus Switch (NBS) Kotor

8 =S2.C Neutral Bus Grounding Switch (NBGS) Kotor

Spare Circuit Breaker (GCB) (*)

9 - (*) GCB includes L-C-SA unit (Reactor + Capacitor + Surge absorber)
Cepagatti

10 - Spare High Speed Disconnecting Switch (HSDS) Cepagatti

11 - Spare Low Speed Disconnecting Switch (LSDS) Cepagatti

Spare Circuit Breaker (GCB) (*)

12 - (*) GCB includes L-C-SA unit (Reactor + Capacitor + Surge absorber)
Kotor

13 - Spare High Speed Disconnecting Switch (HSDS) Kotor

14
- Spare Low Speed Disconnecting Switch (LSDS) Kotor
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2. GENERAL

2.1 Documenti di riferimento

Reference Documents:

DOCUMENTO N.: TITOLO DOCUMENTO

Item Note
Document # Document title
1 WGFR10007CCC15000 Main circuit single line diagram (Cepagatti station)

2 WGER10005CCC15000 Main circuit single line diagram (Kotor station)

Outline drawing of the circuit breakers and switchers of the MVdc
3 DIFR10007CCC25870 neutral and electrode circuits
Data Sheet for the circuit breakers and the switchers in the MVdc
4 TIFR10007CCC17861 neutral circuit
Summary of the Technical Purchase Specification for the supply
5 RG FR10007 E0001 and installation of converter stations
Technical Specification for the requirements related to
6 RG FR10007 E0007 electromagnetic fields, noise and radio interference
Technical specification regarding the resistance of the conversion
7 RG FR10007 E0009 stations to seismic stress

8 RG FR10007 E00010 Commissioning and Testing Specification

9 RG FR10007 E00020 Technical Specification for insulators of the converter stations

Specifica tecnica dei dispositivi di manovra lato DC delle stazioni

10 RG FR10007 E00024 di conversione
Technical specifications for the power supply system for auxiliary
11 RG FR10007 E00030 services (S.A.) in A.C.

12 RQUPSEAT01 Rev.04 Line and grounding disconnect switches for V≥145kV (Nov. 2008)

13 RQUPINT001 Rev.02 SF6 - HV Circuit Breakers for V≥145kV (Oct. 2009)

QCP of the MVdc circuit breakers and/or switchers, incl. the aux
14 PIFR10007CCC35200 circuits
Routine test and type test procedure for DC-CB composed of
15 PIFR10007CCC35201 circuit breaker and isolating switches

16 RIFR10007CCC12540 Insulation coordination study

17 RIFR10007CCC15020 Insulation levels

18 RIFR10007CCC12625 Study of the requirements of the DC circuit breakers

Schematic diagram of the local control panel of the circuit
19 WIFR10007CCC32680 breakers and switchers of the neutral DC circuit - MRTB, GRTS
and NBS
Schematic diagram of the local control panel of the circuit
20 WIFR10007CCC32681
breakers and switchers of the neutral DC circuit - NBGS
Schematic diagram of the local control panel of the circuit
21 WIFR10007CCC32682
breakers and switchers of the neutral DC circuit - NBS
Construction drawing of the rating plates for circuit breakers and
22 DIFR10007CCC32685
switchers of the neutral dc circuit
23 DGFR10007CCC25560 Equipment layout in the MVdc outdoor area (Cepagatti station)
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24 DGER10005CCC25560 Equipment layout in the MVdc outdoor area (Kotor station)

25 DCFR10007CCC20090 General plan (Cepagatti station)

26 DGER10005CCC20090 General plan (Kotor station)

High Switches with SF6 Gas Insulation, for nominal tension
27 ING GIS 001 rev 02
greater than or equal to 145kV
DISCONNECTORS AND EARTHING SWITCHES With
28 INSGSS02_rev 00
rated voltage ≧145kV
29 RG FR10007 E0017 Technical Specification for reactor, capacitor and resistor
Technical specification for the DC surge arresters of the
30 RG FR10007 E0017
converter stations

2.2 NORMATIVA DI RIFERIMENTO:

Reference Standards

No. NORMA DI RIFERIMENTO TITOLO

Reference standard Title
1 CEI EN -60137 (2008) Insulated bushings for alternating voltages above 1,000 V
High-voltage switchgear and controlgear
2 CEI EN -62271-1 (2011)
Part 1 : Common specifications
High-voltage switchgear and controlgear Part 100 :
3 CEI EN -62271-100 (2012)
Alternating current circuit-breakers
High-voltage switchgear and controlgear Part 102 :
4 IEC -62271-102 (2013)
Alternating current disconnectors and earthing switches
High-voltage switchgear and controlgear Part 203 :
5 CEI EN -62271-203 (2011)
Gas-insulated metal-enclosed switchgear for rated voltages above 52kV
6 IEC62199 ed. 1.0 (2004) Bushing for D.C. application

7 IEC60076-6 (2007) Power transformers – Part 6: Reactors

8 IEC60076-1 Power transformers – Part 1: General

Power transformers – Part 3:
9 IEC60076-3
Insulation levels, dielectric tests and external clearances in air
Shunt capacitors for AC power systems having a rated voltage
10 IEC60871-1 (2005)
above 1000 V – Part 1: General
11 IEC60099-4 Metal-oxide surge arrester without gaps for a.c. systems

Circuit breakers and disconnecting switches will be compliance with Italian Law. In particular with respect to the Italian Low D.M.
1 Dicembre 80 come integrato dal D.M. 10 Settembre 81 “Disciplina dei contenitori a pressione di gas con membrature miste di
materiale isolante e di materiale metallico, contenenti parti attive di apparecchiature elettriche”
All the raw materials and all the parts will be in accordance with the Italian code, “Raccolta “S” – “M” - “VSR” edited by ISPESL,
at present INAIL.
As considered by INAIL qualification procedures, the components can be either calculated or laboratory tested.
- Casting enclosure: will be performed bursting test performed and calculated according to part 8.B of “Raccolta VSR”
- Laminate, extruded pipe and welded casting: will be performed and calculated according to “Raccolta VSR”
The prototype qualification will be done according to “Raccolta VSR.8.B”
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2.3 Enviromental condition:

The environmental condition shall be considered as follows.

Cepagatti/ Kotor CS
Installation Type Outdoor
3
Salinity 56 kg / m
Maximum ambient temperature + 45 ° C
Minimum ambient temperature - 10 ° C
2
Solar radiation 1000 W / m
Ice 10 mm (Class 10)
Maximum wind speed 34 m / s

Seismic condition shall be considered as follows.

“Si applica la Norma IEC 62271-207.
Il costruttore può presentare apposita documentazione o relazioni di calcolo che attestino la rispondenza dello
specifico impianto ai requisiti richiesti.”

Cepagatti Kotor
Acceleration(m/s2) 0.25g / 2.45 0.29g / 2.84
Seismic zone 2 IX – MSK – 64

2.4 Acromym:

1. GCB: Gas Circuit breaker (It includes oscillation circuit (C+L+SA))

2. LSDS: Low speed Disconnecting switch
3. HSDS: High speed Disconnecting switch
4. SA: Surge absorber
5. L: Reactor
6. C: Capacitor
7. LCP: Local Control Panel
8. SIPL: Switching Impulse Protective Level
9. LIPL: Lightning Impulse Protective Level
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3. SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
The system configuration of converter stations in Cepagatti (Italy side) and Kotor (Montenegro side) are shown in Figure.1.
This system lay out is in according with the doc. RIFR10007CCC12625 “Study of the requirements of the DC circuit breakers”,
that has to be considered as reference.

Cepagatti - Italy side Kotor – Montenegro side

NUMBER NUMBER
TYPE OF UNIT TYPE OF UNIT
OF UNIT OF UNIT
2 NBS = 1 GCB + 1 LSDS 2 NBS = 1 GCB + 1 LSDS
1 GRTS = 1 GCB + 1 LSDS - -
1 MRTB = 1 GCB + 1 LSDS - -
1 NBGS = 1 GCB + 1 HSDS 1 NBGS = 1 GCB + 1 HSDS

Figure.1 The system configuration of DC circuit breakers and disconnecting switches

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4. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION

4.1 Equipment configuration

The equipment configuration shall be shown below. The difference for No.1 (NBGS) and No.2 (MRTB,
GRTS, NBS) is the application of different DS respectively.

No. Types Equipment configuration

1 NBGS DC circuit breaker (GCB＋L+C＋SA）+ HSDS (High speed)
2 MRTB、GRTS、NBS DC circuit breaker (GCB＋L+C＋SA）+ LSDS (Low speed)

4.2 Single line diagrams

The single line diagrams for NBGS and for MRTB, GRTS and NBS are shown below.

NBGS MRTB, GRTS and NBS

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4.3 Gas system configuration

The gas systems configuration for NBGS and for MRTB, GRTS, NBS are shown below as (a) and (b)
respectively.

(a) NBGS

Explanation
11g :Gas tank with Bg (HSDS)
12g :Valve (Normal open)
13g :Valve (Normal close)
14g :Pressure gauge with
Density switch
21g :Gas tank with Bg (GCB)
22g :Valve (Normal open)
23g :Valve (Normal close)
24g :Pressure gauge with
Density switch
Low gas Lockout
Rated pressure
pressure alarm for operation
GCB 0.6 MPa-rel. 0.55 MPa-rel. 0.5 MPa-rel.
HSDS 0.5 MPa-rel. 0.45 MPa-rel. 0.4 MPa-rel.

(b) MRTB, GRTS and NBS

Explanation
11g :Gas tank with Bg (LSDS)
12g :Valve (Normal open)
13g :Valve (Normal close)
14g :Pressure gauge with
Density switch
21g :Gas tank with Bg (GCB)
22g :Valve (Normal open)
23g :Valve (Normal close)
24g :Pressure gauge with
Density switch

Low gas Lockout

Rated pressure
pressure alarm for operation
GCB 0.6 MPa-rel. 0.55 MPa-rel. 0.5 MPa-rel.
LSDS 0.55 MPa-rel. 0.45 MPa-rel. -
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4.4 Seal against gas and vacuum

The rate of loss of each gas compartment is less than 0.5% per year. Each SF6 gas compartment has a gas
filling and topping up system consisting of DILO DN20 male self-sealing coupling. It is shown in Page11 as gas
valve 12g, 13g, 22g and 23g/ Page17 Fig.3 Construction of the Circuit breaker/ Page 21 Fig.2 Construction of
HSDS/ Page 22 Fig.2 Construction of LSDS.

4.5 Requirements for liquids used in apparatuses

GCB uses hydraulic oil of mil5606H for hydraulic system. Oil level gauge with lower limit for the hydraulic oil
is equipped in the oil reservoir.

4.6 Requirements for gases used in apparatuses

SF6 gas conforming to standard IEC60376.is used for first filling (new gas). And standard IEC 62271-303 is
applicable to use, handling and reuse of gas.

4.7 Auxiliary and command apparatuses

Auxiliary and control equipment is conventional design components (relay). They are installed in a self-
standing box (LCP).

4.8 Closure due to external energy source

LSDS is applicable to the standard IEC 62271-203 and IEC 62271-1. LSDS uses DC motor for closing and
opening operation.

4.9 Closure with energy accumulation

GCB and HSDS is applicable to the standard IEC 62271-203 and IEC 62271-1. GCB uses N2 gas
accumulator and capable of 1 Open-Close operation (CO) without recharging the energy. HSDS uses motor
charged spring for closing and spring for opening charged by spring for closing.

4.10 Functioning of releases

GCB and HSDS is applicable to the standard IEC 62271-203 and IEC 62271-1. They uses shunt opening
release and shunt closing release using DC.

4.11 Locking and command devices for low and high pressure.
Standard IEC 62271-203 is applicable. For hydraulic system of GCB, opening lock pressure and closing lock
pressure is set on the pressure switch for GCB control. Detail is described in “Hydraulic system in GCB” of
“4.13 Control protection and alarm system”. For SF6 gas system, each compartment has density control device
with 2 density levels. 1st level is alarm and 2nd level for operation lock. Detail is described in “Gas monitoring
system” of “4.13 Control protection and alarm system”.
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4.12 Nameplates of equipment

Nameplates shall be made of stainless steel, black characters engraved, clearly visible and readable at ground
elevation. Nameplates shall be written in English language, on both Italian side and Montenegrin side. The applied
dimensions for the nameplates are 2 sizes:
- 200 x 160 thickness: 1 mm.
- 125 x 100, thickness: 1 mm.
Please refer to the construction drawing of the nameplates “DIFR10007CCC32685”.
The main electrical data on the nameplates comply with IEC 62271-102.

Type1.

Type 2.
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4.13 Position indication

Standard IEC 62271-203 is applicable. Each apparatus has position indicator marked with “I” for close and
“O” for open. The background color for close is red and background color for open is green

4.14 Enclosures protection degree

Each mechanism box and LCP box have protection level of IP44

4.15 Seal against liquids

Standard IEC 62271-203 applies to GCB hydraulic system.

4.16 Flammability
Standard IEC 62271-203 applies. Control wires and control cables are fire-retardant.

4.17 Partitions
Partition between gas compartments is in accordance with standard IEC 62271-203. And they are painted
with RAL-2009 traffic orange.

4.18 Pressure release

Standard IEC 62271-203 applies. Pressure release device for each gas compartment is bursting disc.

4.19 Noise
Standard IEC 62271-203 applies. The maximum level of acoustic pressure is 89dB(A) at 10m from the
apparatus . This is measured at closing operation of GCB and HSDS.

4.20 Corrosion
Standard IEC 62271-203 applies. Protection for corrosion of metal steel structures is hot dip galvanizing.
Other parts made of steel are protected by painting. Details such as color, type of paint and thickness are
described in the painting procedure: PIFR10007CCC 32684

4.21 Control protection and alarm system

Alarm and control circuit is described in “Schematic diagram of the Local Control Panel of the circuit breakers and
switchers of the neutral DC circuit –NBS, WIFR10007CCC32682” “Schematic diagram of the Local Control Panel of
the circuit breakers and switchers of the neutral DC circuit –MRTB and GRTS, WIFR10007CCC32680”and
“Schematic diagram of the Local Control Panel of the circuit breakers and switchers of the neutral DC circuit –
NBGS, WIFR10007CCC32681”.

Operation mode
Operation mode of GCB can be switched between “Servizio” and “Prova” by 43RD switch equipped in the Local
Control Panel (LCP). Operation mode of LSDS/HSDS can be switched among “Servizio” “Manualle” and “Prova”.

“Servizio”: opening/closing command coming from control system is allowed. Opening/closing local command
(Local control panel push button) is not allowed.
“Prova”: opening/closing command coming from control system is not allowed. Opening/closing local command
(Local control panel push button) is allowed
“Manualle”: opening/closing command coming from both control system and local control panel is not allowed.
Manual operation by hand is only possible.

Duplicated control circuit

Control circuit of GCB and HSDS are duplicated. It is described in “Schematic diagram of the Local Control Panel
of the circuit breakers and switchers of the neutral DC circuit –NBGS, WIFR10007CCC32681” p.7, 8.
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Gas monitoring system

Value
Function Remarks
GCB HSDS LSDS
In case of one section of gas pressure drop
Low gas pressure alarm 0.55 0.45 0.45
1 0.05Mpa below the rated gas pressure,
(1st gas level) MPa-rel. MPa-rel. MPa-rel.
one alrarm is issued.
Lockout low gas At the same time of 2nd gas level alarm,
0.5 0.4
2 pressure and alarm - operation command is blocked and GCB or
MPa-rel. MPa-rel.
(2nd gas level) HSDS don’t close/ open.

Hydraulic system in GCB

Function Value Remarks
Oil pump motor stops when hydraulic pressure reaches
33.5MPa=OFF 33.5MPa
1 Pump start/ stop
31.5MPa= ON Oil pump motor starts when hydraulic pressure falls down
to 31.5MPa
Low hydraulic pressure
2 31.0MPa ON -
alarm
30.5MPa ON
NBGS
In case of hydraulic pressure drops below the value, GCB
3 Lockout for opening MRTB,GRTS,
does not open.
27.5 MPa ON
NBS
26.0 MPa ON
NBGS
In case of hydraulic pressure drops below the value GCB
4 Lockout for closing MRTB,GRTS,
does not close.
30.5MPa ON
NBS
-54mm from the In case of oil level in the oil reservoir drops below the
5 Low oil level alarm
original oil level value, alarm is issued.
In case of hydraulic pump motor runs more than
Excessive running
6 15min. 15 minutes, alarm is issued. Hydraulic pump continues
oil pump motor alarm
running.
Oil pump motor over current
7 1.8A Oil pump motor is protected by thermal protection relay.
protection and alarm
Oil pump control circuit
8 20A Conrol circuit is protected in case of short circuit.
protection by MCCB

Spring motor charge system in HSDS

Function Value Remarks
Excessive running HSDS In case of spring charge motor runs more than 1 minutes,
1 1min.
spring charge motor alarm alarm is issued. Spring charge motor stops runnning.
Spring charge motor over Spring charge motor is protected by thermal protection
2 3.6A
current and alarm relay.
Spring charge motor control
3 15A Conrol circuit is protected in case of short circuit.
circuit protection by MCCB

LSDS control circuit

Function Value Remarks
LSDS control circuit
1 15A. Conrol circuit is protected in case of short circuit.
protection by MCCB

Heater and lamp circuit protection

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Heater is equipped in the LCP and mechanism box of GCB, HSDS and LSDS to prevent dew condensation.
In the LCP, lamp is equipped. It lights when the door is opened (door switch ON). Those AC circuit are protected by
MCCB in case of short circuit.

4.22 Earthing

CB+LSDS unit or CB+HSDS unit are mounted on common base frame. Every base frame, L-C-SA unit and LCP
have an earth terminal which can connect the earthing wire from the plant’s ground mesh. The earth terminal can
2 2 2 2
connect one 80mm - 300mm or two 80mm -100mm earthing wire at its V-shaped groove with 4-M12 stainless
steel bolts(included). The position of earth terminal is described in “Outline drawing of the circuit breakers and
switchers of the MVdc neutral and electrode circuits, DIFR10007CCC25870”.

4.23 Electromagnetic compability

IEC62271-1 explained emission test on main circuit is applicable for voltage above 123kV, and emission
test and immunity test on auxiliary and control circuit with electronic equipment. This DCCB is 24kV and
use non-electronic equipment for auxiliary control circuit. R.i.v. effects are of a low level and are negligible.
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5. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION FOR EACH EQUIPMENT

5.1 Equipment configuration Circuit breaker (GCB)

Rating / Function / Construction

Rated voltage 24kV dc AC withstand voltage power frequency 50 kV(1 min)

Rated current 1200A L.Imp voltage withstand voltage 95 kV
Rated commutation current 1200A DC withstand voltage 36 kV (10 min)
Rated short time withstand current 20kAp Creepage distance (outside) Min. 864mm

The single line diagram of DC circuit breaker is shown in Fig.1.

The function of each equipment is shown in the following.
･ Circuit breaker (CB)
: interruption of current
･ Reactor(L), Capcitor (C)
: making resonant circulating current
･ Surge absorber(SA)
: suppressing the recovery voltage across the breaker contacts

Circuit breaker is normally closed and conducted DC current.

When CB receives a signal to open, CB starts to open increasing
the voltage across contacts, and the current still flows through CB
resulting in arcing.

L+C and SA are connected to CB in parallel in order to reduce the

current through CB to sufficiently low value that the arc is no longer
sustainable. As the arc impedance dv/di is negative characteristic,
Fig.1 Single line diagram of DCCB
C+L and CB arc (resistance) start self-oscillation, then the resonant
current circulates around the C-L-CB closed circuit. When the
Self-excited
magnitude of the resonating current through L, C becomes equal to oscillation
the DC current, current through CB becomes zero momentarily as i
shown in Fig.2. The arc can be extinguished at this current zero
point or at a subsequent zero crossing point.
i0
0

Interruption
Fig.2 Wave profile of the current
across the breaker contact
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Circuit Breaker

The construction of Circuit breaker is shown in Fig.3 and Fig.4. CB consists of interrupting unit (3) and
operating mechanism (4). Inside gas tank (3-1), interrupting chamber (3-2) is supported by supporting
insulator (3-3), then a current path is formed through conductors (3-4, 3-5). Interrupting chamber is consisted
of fixed contact assembly (3-2-1) and moving contact assembly (3-2-2). Moving contact assembly is operated
by hydraulic operating mechanism (4-2) through insulating rod (3-2-6).

Operating mechanism (4) contains following equipments.

 Heater for anti-condensation in the operating mechanism box

 ON/OFF indicator visible from outside through inspection window
･ “O” white on green background for “switch off”;
･ ”I” white on red background for “switch on”;
 Indicator of the hydraulic pressure visible from outside through inspection window
 Door handle of the operating mechanism box which can be locked with key
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Fig.3 Construction of the Circuit breaker

Fig.4 Construction of the interrupting unit of Circuit breaker

(Open position)
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L-C-SA unit

L-C-SA unit is used for self-oscillation circuit of Circuit

Breaker, and consists of Reactor(L), Capacitor(C) and
Surge absorber(SA).
All components are equipped on the insulator and steel
supports and connected to CB in parallel.

DC Reactor for self-oscillation circuit (L) Type - Dry type

Inductance - voltage mH - kV 0.2mH - 24kV
Current A 1200 A
Withstand current - duration kAp-ms 2.5 - 50
DC Capacitor for self-oscillation (C) Type - Oil filled
Capacitance - voltage μF - kV 10μF/unit – 24kV
Total capacitance μF 30μF
Surge absorber (SA) Type - Metal-oxide
Residual voltage kV 50
Discharge current at residual
kA 10
voltage
Energy absorption capability MJ 1.5 MJ per 2 units *1

*1: Calculation of energy absorption capability E

Energy capability of Metal-oxide element: Ee =180J/cc
Volume of Metal-oxide element stacked into column : V = 1200cc
Number of column: N = 8
Current (distribution) factor: f = 1.1
E = Ee x V x N / f =180 x 1200 x 8 / 1.1 =1570909 (J)
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SA energy absorption capability 1.5MJ is enough value for DCCB operation. At the most severe condition
of all the simulation cases for DCCB interruption, SA absorbs about 100kJ energy as described in P41
and 43 of the document: “Study of the requirements of the DC circuit breakers, RIFR10007CCC12625”.

Number of Reactor Number of Capacitor Number of Surge absorber

No. Name of equipment
(Unit) (Units) (Units)
1 NBS 1 3 2
2 GRTS 1 3 2
3 MRTB 1 3 2
4 NBGS 1 3 2

Bushing
Gas circuit breakers Bushings
The spec summary of bushing for GCB, is shown in below table.
1 Type Gas filled
2 Rated DC voltage 24 kV
3 Rated current 1200 A
4 BIL 95 kV
5 Environmental temperature -40 / +80° C
6 Creepage distance >= 864 mm
7 Mass 15 kg
8 Cantilever withstand load 1250 N
9 Maximum gas pressure 0.8 MPa-rel
10 Insulator type Non ceramic (GFRP with silicon rubber)
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5.2 High speed disconnecting switch (HSDS)

Rating / Function / Construction

Rated voltage 24kV dc AC withstand voltage 50 kV(1 min)

- - L.Imp voltage withstand voltage 95kV
- - DC withstand voltage 36kV (10 min)
Rated short time withstand current 20kAp Creepage distance (outside) Min. 864 mm

The operating process of High-speed DS (HSDS) is shown in Fig. 1 and the construction is shown in Fig. 2.
HSDS is running under “Off” position normally and Circuit breaker (CB) “On” position for NBGS (Process 1).
HSDS maintains the insulation between neutral line and earth potential, and HSDS is closed when voltage
level increases abnormally on the neutral line. HSDS openes after CB opens. From the above, HSDS is
required the same closing speed as CB, therefore the operation is performed by motor charged spring force.
And the opening operation is also performed by motor charged spring force.

Operating mechanism contains the following equipments.

 Heater for anti-condensation in the operating mechanism box.

 ON/OFF indicator visible from outside through inspection window
･ “O” white on green background for “switch off”;
･ ”I” white on red background for “switch on”;
 Door handle of the operating mechanism box which can be locked with key

Fig. 1 Process of HSDS operation

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Fig. 2 Construction of HSDS

High speed disconnecting switch bushings

The spec summary of bushing for HSDS, is shown in below table.

Bushing
HSDS Bushings
The spec summary of bushing for HSDS, is shown in below table.

1 Type Gas filled

2 Rated DC voltage 24 kV
3 Rated current 1200 A
4 BIL 95 kV
5 Environmental temperature -40 / +80° C
6 Creepage distance >= 864 mm
7 Mass 15 kg
8 Cantilever withstand load 1250 N
9 Maximum gas pressure 0.8 MPa-rel
10 Insulator type Non ceramic (GFRP with silicon rubber)
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5.3 Low speed disconnecting switch (LSDS)

Rating / Function / Construction

Rated voltage 24kV dc AC voltage withstand voltage 50kV(1 min)

Rated current 1200A L.Imp voltage withstand voltage 95kV
- - DC voltage withstand voltage 36kV (10 min)
Rated short time withstand current 20kAp Creepage distance (outside) Min. 864mm

The construction of Low-speed DS (LSDS) is shown in Fig. 1, and operating process is shown in Fig. 2.
LSDS consists of Gas tank, Fixed contact, Movable contact, Gas bushing, Insulators and Operating
mechanism(Motor drive). LSDS is running under “On” position normally same as Circuit breaker (CB). And
LSDS maintains the insulation of neutral line after CB opened. Since LSDS has not capability of current
interruption, then LSDS is operated opening operation by motor drive mechanism under de-energized line
condition, and also LSDS is closed before CB closing operation.

Fig.1 Process of LSDS operation

Fig.2 Construction of LSDS

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Bushing
LSDS Bushings
The spec summary of bushing for LSDS, is shown in below table.

1 Type Gas filled

2 Rated DC voltage 24 kV
3 Rated current 1200 A
4 BIL 95 kV
5 Environmental temperature -40 / +80° C
6 Creepage distance >= 864 mm
7 Mass 15 kg
8 Cantilever withstand load 1250 N
9 Maximum gas pressure 0.8 MPa-rel
10 Insulator type Non ceramic (GFRP with silicon rubber)

5.4 Local Control Panel

Function/ Construction
3 main function of Local Control Panel (LCP) is the following.

 Control the operation of DCCB as shown in 5.2 and 5.3.

 Alarm and protection of DCCB as described in 4.5
 Switch of operation mode as described in 4.5

Detail of sequence is described in “Schematic diagram of the Local Control Panel of the circuit breakers and
switchers of the neutral DC circuit –MRTB, GRTS and NBS, WIFR10007CCC32680” and “Schematic diagram
of the Local Control Panel of the circuit breakers and switchers of the neutral DC circuit –NBGS,
WIFR10007CCC32681”.

LCP contains the following equipments.

 Signals whether CB/ HSDS/ LSDS are opened or closed, visible from outside of the LCP
 Alarm indicator regarding the presence of any alarms or locks for the low SF6 gas pressure and the
hydraulic system status of CB which described in 4.5 Control protection and alarm system, visible from
outside the LCP
 Control switches to open or close CB
 Change over switch to select “Servizio” or “Prova” mode for GCB
 Change over switch to select “Servizio” or “Prova” or “Manuale” mode for LSDS and HSDS
 The protection devices for each power sources; Control circuit, Alarm circuit, Motor circuit, Hydraulic pump
circuit and heater/ lamp circuit.
 Heater for anti-condensation
 Lamp which lights when door of the LCP opens
 Terminal blocks for the interface with Station Control System which are compliant with IEC60947-7-1 and
IEC60947-7-2
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6. OPERATING REQUIREMENTS AND INSULATION COORDINATION

6.1 Operating requirements

NBS MRTB、GRTS、 NBGS

[CB] C & O-C
[CB] C-O [CB] O-C
Operating requirements [LSDS] C＆O [LSDS] C＆O
[HSDS] C & O-
C

- C-O: Sequence of an closing operation and a succeeding opening operation without delay
- O-C: Sequence of an opening operation and a succeeding closing operation without delay
- C & O: A closing operation and another opening operation as independent of its sequence
These operating requirements determine the required capacity of stored energy for operation of the
apparatus.

Operating requirements are described in “Study of the requirements of the DC circuit breakers
“RIFR10007CCC12625”, P6-34, Clause 1-4.

6.2 Insulation coordination

The 50 kV is applied as Power frequency withstand voltage and 95 kV as Lightning impulse withstand voltage
since this values are much higher than the requirement assumed from our “Insulation Coordination study
“RIFR10007CCC12540” for the neutral of the system. The concerned arresters(Converter neutral bus(E),
Neutral bus cable side(EL)) suppress the voltage on the circuit below the value of SIPL and LIPL as 29kV and
28kV respectively. The details are stated in the Insulation Coordination study, P.20 – 23, Clause 5.
The creepage distance of the bushings will be in compliance with Terna specification (36 mm/kV based on
insulation level of 24kV).
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7. TEST
The type test and factory acceptance test shall be described in “Routine test & Type test procedure of the MVdc
circuit breakers and/or switchers, incl. the aux circuits PIFR10007CCC35201” in detail. Those tests comply with the
relevant IEC standards and TERNA specification.

7.1 Type test

7.1.1 General
6.1 General of IEC62271-203 applies
(1) Visual inspection
Each component shall undergo a visual inspection to check wether they meet the prescriptions in this
specifications.
(2) Seismic qualification
IEC62271-207 applies. And computational calculation shall be performed.
(3) Noise level measurements
The test is already performed for switching operation.
(3)Check of protective coatings
The painting procedure PIFR10007CCC32680 is the designed specification.

7.1.2 Dielectric tests

(Sub clause of reference standard commonly used):

6.2.1 Ambient air conditions during tests” of IEC62271-1, IEC62271-100, and IEC62271-102
6.2.3 Condition of switchgear during dielectric tests” of IEC62271-1, IEC62271-100, and IEC62271-102
6.2.4 Criteria to pass the test” of IEC62271-1, IEC62271-100, and IEC62271-102
6.2.5 Application of test voltage and test conditions” of IEC62271-1, IEC62271-100, and IEC62271-102

(1) Power-frequency voltage tests on the main circuit

(Sub clause of reference standard):
6.2.6.1 Power-frequency voltage tests of Ur < 245 kV” of IEC62271-1, IEC62271-100, and IEC62271-102

(2) Lightning impulse voltage tests on the main circuit

(Sub clause of reference standard):
6.2.6.2 Lightning impulse voltage tests of Ur < 245 kV” of IEC62271-1, IEC62271-100, and IEC62271-102

(3) Partial discharge measurement

(Sub clause of reference standard):
6.2.9 Partial discharge tests” of IEC62271-1, IEC62271-100, IEC62271-102, and IEC62271-203.
3 Definition” of IEC60270
4 Test circuits and measuring instruments” of IEC60270
5 Calibration” of IEC60270
6 Tests” of IEC60270

(4) Direct voltage tests on the main circuit

(Sub clause of reference standard):
5.2 Test voltage” of IEC60060-1
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5.3 Test procedures” of IEC60060-1

7.1.3 Radio interference voltage (r.i.v.) tests

This test is not applicable since the subclause 6.3 of IEC62271-1 prescribes RIV test applies only to switchgear
and controlgear having a rated voltage of 123kV and above.

7.1.4 Circuit resistance measurements

This test is performed in the temperature-rise tests of the main circuit

(Sub clause of reference standard):

6.4 Measurements of the resistance of circuits of IEC62271-1

7.1.5 Temperature-rise tests of the main circuit

(1) Measurement of the resistance of the main circuit before and after temperature-rise tests
(2) Measurement of temperature-rise of the main circuit

(Sub clause of reference standard):

6.4.1 Measurement of the resistance of the main circuit” of IEC62271-1, and IEC62271-100
6.5.1 Condition of the switchgear and control gear to be tested” of IEC62271-1, and IEC62271-100
6.5.2 Arrangement of the equipment” of IEC62271-1, and IEC62271-100
6.5.3 Measurement of the temperature and the temperature rise” of IEC62271-1, and IEC62271-100
6.5.4 Ambient air temperature” of IEC62271-1, and IEC62271-100

7.1.5.1 Temperature rise tests of the auxiliary and control equipment

The relevant parts have already been tested, therefore no tests shall be planned.

7.1.5.2 Interpretation of the temperature rise of motor

(Sub clause of reference standard):
6.5.6 Interpretation of the temperature-rise tests of IEC62271-1, and IEC62271-100

7.1.6 Short-time withstand current and peak withstand current tests

Test for DC-CB with LS-DS will be performed.

(Sub clause of reference standard):

6.6 Short time withstand current and peak withstand current tests of IEC62271-1

* DC-CB with HS-DS have already been tested, therefore no tests shall be planned for the combination.

7.1.7 Verification of the IP coding

(1) Ingress of access probe of diameter X mm
(2) Ingress of talcum powder
(3) Ingress of water

(Sub clause of reference standard):

6.7.1 Verification of the IP coding ” of IEC62271-1
11 General requirements for tests” of IEC60529
12 Tests for protection against access to hazardous parts indicated by the first characteristic numeral of IEC60529
13 Tests for protection against solid foreign objects indicated by the first characteristic numeral” of IEC60529
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14 Tests for protection against water indicated by the first characteristic numeral” of IEC60529

7.1.8 Gas tightness tests

This test is included in the operating and mechanical endurance test.

(Sub clause of reference standard)

6.8.2 Closed pressure systems for gas of IEC62271-1

7.1.9 Electromagnetic compatibility tests (EMC)

(1) Emission tests
This test is not applicable since the subclause 6.9.1 of IEC62271-1 prescribes RIV test applies only to switchgear
and controlgear having a rated voltage of 123kV and above.

(2) Immunity tests on auxiliary and control circuits

This test is not applicable since DCCB has no electronic equipment or components, and the subclause 6.9.2 of
IEC62271-1 prescribes the switchgear and controlgear shall be subject to this test if they include electronic
equipment or components.

7.1.10 Additional tests on auxiliary and control circuits

This test is included in the operating and mechanical endurance test

(Sub clause of reference standard)

6.10 Additional tests on auxiliary and control circuits of IEC62271-1

7.1.11 Breaking tests

* DC-CB has already been tested, therefore no tests shall be planned.

7.1.12 Operating and mechanical endurance tests

(1) Gas tightness test before and after the mechanical endurance tests
(2) Mechanical endurance tests

(Sub clause of reference standard):

6.4.1 Measurement of the resistance of main circuits” of IEC62271-1
6.4.2 Measurement of the resistance of auxiliary circuits” of IEC62271-1
6.8 Tightness tests” of IEC62271-1
6.8.2 Closed pressure systems for gas” of IEC62271-1
6.102.1 General test conditions” of IEC62271-102
6.102.3 Mechanical endurance test” of IEC62271-102
6.102.5 Extended mechanical endurance tests” of IEC62271-102

7.1.13 Case test

ISPESL qualification is applied.

7.1.14 Diapharagm test pressure

ISPESL qualification is applied.
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7.1.15 Arc test in the presence of an internal fault

The conformity to the requirement shall be demonstrated by way of calculation.

(Sub clause of reference standard):

6.105 Test under conditions of arcing due to an internal fault of IEC62271-203

7.1.16 Insulator tests

ISPESL qualification is applied

7.1.17 Corrosion test on ground

Galvanic corrosion is considered for selection of materials in contact.

7.1.18 Reactor, Capacitor, Surge absorber and Bushing for CB

1. Reactor:
The test items will be carried out at the supplier according to IEC60076-1,
IEC60076-6, and IEC60168 (partly applicable).
No. Test items
1 Visual check (including dimensional check)
2 Measurement of resistance
(sub clause of reference standard):
11.2 Measurement of winding resistance of
IEC60076-1
3 Measurement of inductance
(sub clause of reference standard):
9.10.5 Measurement of inductance of IEC60076-6
4 Dielectric test
(sub clause of reference standard):
9.10.9 Lightning impulse test of IEC60076-6
9.10.12 Separate source a.c. withstand voltage test
of IEC 60076-6
4.8 Wet power-frequency withstand voltage test of
IEC 60168

2. Capacitor:
The test items will be carried out at the supplier according to IEC60871-1(partly applicable).
No. Test items
1 Visual check (including dimensional check)
2 Measurement of dissipation factor (tan δ)
(sub clause of reference standard):
8. Measurement of the tangent of the loss angle (tan
δ) of the capacitor of IEC60871-1
3 Measurement of capacitance
(sub clause of reference standard):
7. Capacitance measurement of IEC60871-1
4 Measurement of insulation resistance
before dielectric tests
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5 Dielectric test
(sub clause of reference standard):
15. AC voltage test between terminals and container
16. Lightning impulse test between terminals and
container of IEC60871-1
6 Measurement of insulation resistance
after dielectric tests
7 Liquid tightness test
(sub clause of reference standard):
12. Sealing test of IEC60871-1

3. Surge absorber:
The test items will be carried out at the supplier according to IEC60099-4.
No. Test items
1 Visual check (including dimensional check)
2 Measurement of reference voltage
(sub clause of reference standard):
6.2 Reference voltage measurements of IEC60099-4
3 Internal partial discharge test
(sub clause of reference standard):
7.8 Internal partial discharge test of IEC60099-4
4 Residual voltage test
(sub clause of reference standard):
7.3 Residual voltage test of IEC60099-4

4. Bushing for CB:

The test items will be carried out at the supplier according to IEC60137, IEC62199,
and IEC61245 (partly applicable).
No. Test items
1 Visual inspection and dimension check
2 Measurement of insulation resistance
before dielectric tests
3 Dielectric test
(sub clause of reference standard):
8.1 Dry and wet power-frequency voltage withstand
test of IEC60137
8.3 Dry lightning impulse voltage withstand test of
IEC60137
9.4 DC applied voltage withstand test of IEC62199
4 Measurement of partial discharge quantity
(sub clause of reference standard):
9.4 Measurement of partial discharge quantity of
IEC60137
5 Measurement of insulation resistance
after dielectric tests
6 Emission test
(sub clause of reference standard):
8.6 Electromagnetic compatibility test of IEC60137
7 Bending test
(sub clause of reference standard):
8.9 Cantilever load withstand test of IEC60137
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8 Internal pressure test

(sub clause of reference standard):
8.11 Internal pressure test on gas-filled, gas-
insulated and gas-impregnated bushings of
IEC60137
9 Tightness test
(sub clause of reference standard):
8.10 Tightness test on liquid filled, compound-filled
and liquid-insulated bushings of IEC60137
10 Short time withstand current test
(sub clause of reference standard):
8.8 Verification of thermal short-time current
withstand of IEC60137
11 Temperature rise test
(sub clause of reference standard):
8.7 Temperature rise test of IEC60137
12 Artificial pollution test
(sub clause of reference standard):
5. Salt fog method of IEC61245

7.2 Routine test

[DC-CB/HS-DS/LS-DS]
Routine test is carried out on all the switchgears.

7.2.1 Design and visual check

(Sub clause of reference standard):
7.5 Design and visual checks of IEC62271-1, IEC62271-100, IEC62271-102

7.2.2 Verification of correct wiring

(Sub clause of reference standard):
7.2.1 Inspection of auxiliary and control circuits, and verification of conformity to the circuit diagrams and
wiring diagrams of IEC62271-1

7.2.3 Gas & liquid tightness tests

(1) Gas tightness test
(Sub clause of reference standard):
7.4 Tightness test except 7.4.4 Liquid tightness tests of IEC62271-1, IEC62271-100, and IEC62271-102

(2) Liquid tightness test

(Sub clause of reference standard):
7.4.4 Liquid tightness tests of IEC62271-1

7.2.4 Mechanical operating test

(Sub clause of reference standard):
7.101 Mechanical operating tests of IEC62271-100
7.101 Mechanical operating tests of IEC62271-102
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7.2.5 Timing test

(Sub clause of reference standard):
7.101 Mechanical operating tests of IEC62271-100
7.101 Mechanical operating tests of IEC62271-102

7.2.6 Measurement of the resistance of the main circuit

(Sub clause of reference standard):
7.3 Measurement of the resistance of the main circuit of IEC62271-1

7.2.7 Hydraulic pressure switch & gas density switch test

(Sub clause of reference standard):
7.2.2 Functional tests of IEC62271-1

7.2.8 Dielectric test on auxiliary and control circuit

(Sub clause of reference standard):
7.2.4 Dielectric tests of IEC62271-1

7.2.9 Power-frequency voltage tests on the main circuit

(Sub clause of reference standard):
7.1 Dielectric test on the main circuit of IEC62271-1
7.1 Dielectric test on the main circuit of IEC62271-100
7.1 Dielectric test on the main circuit of IEC62271-102

7.2.10 Partial discharge measurement

(Sub clause of reference standard):
7.1.102 Partial discharge measurement of IEC62271-203

7.2.11 Reactor, Capacitor, Surge absorber and Bushing for CB

1. Reactor:
The test items will be carried out at the supplier according to IEC60076-6(partly applicable).
No. Test items
1 Visual check (including dimensional check)
2 Measurement of resistance
(sub clause of reference standard):
11.2 Measurement of winding resistance of
IEC60076-1
3 Measurement of inductance
(sub clause of reference standard):
9.10.5 Measurement of inductance of IEC60076-6
4 Dielectric test
(sub clause of reference standard):
9.10.7 Winding overvoltage test (routine test)
Annex E turn-to-tuen overvoltage test for dry-type
reactors of IEC60076-6
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2. Capacitor:
The test items will be carried out at the supplier according to IEC60871-1(partly applicable).
No. Test items
1 Visual check (including dimensional check)
2 Measurement of dissipation factor (tan δ)
(sub clause of reference standard):
8. Measurement of the tangent of the loss angle (tan
δ) of the capacitor of IEC60871-1
3 Measurement of capacitance
(sub clause of reference standard):
7. Capacitance measurement of IEC60871-1
4 Liquid tightness test
(sub clause of reference standard):
12. Sealing test of IEC60871-1
5 Measurement of insulation resistance
before dielectric tests
6 Dielectric test
(sub clause of reference standard):
9. Voltage test between terminals of IEC60871-1
7 Measurement of insulation resistance
after dielectric tests

3. Surge absorber:
The test items will be carried out at the supplier according to IEC60099-4.
No. Test items
1 Visual check (including dimensional check)
2 Residual voltage test
(sub clause of reference standard):
8.1 Routine tests of IEC60099-4
3 Current distribution test
(sub clause of reference standard):
8.1 Routine tests of IEC60099-4
4 Sealing test
(sub clause of reference standard):
8.1 Routine tests of IEC60099-4
5 Measurement of insulation resistance
6 Measurement of reference voltage
(sub clause of reference standard):
8.1 Routine tests of IEC60099-4
7 Leakage current test
8 Internal partial discharge test
(sub clause of reference standard):
8.1 Routine tests of IEC60099-4

4. Bushing for CB:

The test items will be carried out at the supplier according to IEC60137.
No. Test items
1 Visual inspection and dimensional check
(sub clause of reference standard):
9.10 visual inspection and dimensional check of
IEC60137
2 Measurement of resistance of the main circuit
3 Internal pressure test
(sub clause of reference standard):
9.6 Internal pressure test on gas-filled, gas-insulated
and gas-impregnated bushings of IEC60137
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4 Bending test
(sub clause of reference standard):
8.9 Cantilever load withstand test of IEC60137
5 Tightness test
(sub clause of reference standard):
9.8 Tightness test on gas-filled, gas-insulated and
gas-impregnated bushings of IEC60137
6 Measurement of insulation resistance
before dielectric tests
7 Dielectric test
(sub clause of reference standard):
9.2 Dry lightning impulse voltage withstand test
9.3 Dry power-frequency voltage withstand test
of IEC60137
8 Measurement of partial discharge quantity
(sub clause of reference standard):
9.4 Measurement of partial discharge quantity of
IEC60137
9 Measurement of insulation resistance
after dielectric tests
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8 OTHERS

8.2 Spare parts

The spare parts listed below will be supplied to the each site.

Q’ty
No. Items for spare parts Outline drawing
(one site)

1 CB+LSDS 1

Includes pressure switch

for NBS

2 HSDS 1

3 Reactor 1

4 Capacitor 1set
X3pcs

5 Surge Absorber 1set

The spare parts as above cover the each equipment below.

No. Structure of each equipment

1 NBS = 1 GCB + 1 LSDS
(pressure switch setting different)
2 GRTS = 1 GCB + 1 LSDS
3 MRTB = 1 GCB + 1 LSDS
4 NBGS = 1 GCB + 1 HSDS