CABLE TYPE & ROUTINE TESTING

APPLICATION GUIDE

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H I G H V O LTA G E
TEST SOLUTIONS

MARKET SEGMENTS

CONTENTS
Product Line Overview

Applied AC Testing

Ultra High Voltage DC Testing

Impulse Testing

Heat Cycle Testing

General Accessories
Engineering Package

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MARKET SEGMENTS
CUSTomer base for CABLE & WIRE TESTING
HAEFELY HIPOTRONICS has always been on the forefront for cable & wire testing. From our standard
AC dielectric test systems to our resonant test systems, we have been able to provide solutions for
testing of a wide range of high voltage cables.
We also offer cable terminations, water processing units, impulse generators, and complete test labs
with shielded rooms (through our engineering package) - making us the largest high voltage cable test
supplier to the cable industry.

CABLE
MANUFACTURERS

LABS & UNIVERSITIES

UTILITY-QUALIFICATION

PRODUCT LINE OVERVIEW

PRODUCT LINE OVERVIEW

High voltage testing on cable and wire insulation is an important process for all cable manufacturers.
A high voltage cable test includes AC withstand, partial discharge, DC hipot and much more.

IMPULSE

HEAT CYCLE
PARTIAL DISCHARGE

POWER FACTOR / C TAN

MODERN and
ACCURATE

For information about our new

RSKF onsite variable frequency
resonant test system designed
for cable testing, visit our website
and download the product guide.

DC HIPOT

NK

0+

IES
ER

284

XS

DD

/SG
DA
/SG
VA
ER
IES

SA
SG

LV
S

ER

CS

VD

SE

ULTRA HIGH VOLTAGE DC

TYPE OF TEST

UH

RIE

IES

TS

700

MS

APPLIED AC

RS

RS

ER

ER

IES

IES

The main purpose of these high voltage cable tests is to verify the cables insulation integrity before
it is installed in the field. Todays cables must be able to carry higher voltages, weigh less and be
more durable than in the past. This is exactly why high voltage test equipment is such a crucial
aspect of the cable and wire industry.

APPLIED
VEHICLE-MOUNTED
AC TESTINGFAULT LOCATORS

APPLIED AC TESTING
SERIES RESONANT SYSTEMS (MSR & TSR)
The Modular Series Resonant (MSR) and Tank Series Resonant (TSR) high voltage test systems are
designed to provide AC test power for cables with test requirements according to the latest IEC, AEIC
and UL standards.
As part of a series resonant circuit, the MSR & TSR systems provide undistorted high voltage at source
frequency for testing high capacitive loads. Moreover, the systems only require low, single-phase input
power which results in lower installation and operating costs.

variety of operations
Multiple configurations/tapping
for different voltage classes

SY

RO

45

35

75

TSR100-1M0

66

46

100

TSR150-5M0

66

69

150

TSR200-2M0

138

115

200

TSR250-2M5

161

138

250

TSR350-6M0

230

230

350

TSR350-9M0

230

230

350

rA

ST

Pe

TSR75-750

EIC

Um
Pe (kV)
r IE
C

kV CLASS CABLE

Cable terminations
PD measuring equipment
Power factor / C tan measuring equipment
Shielded room
Engineering package for room design
Air cushions for increased mobility (MSR)

EM
R
(kV ATIN
G
)

ACCESSORIES & OPTIONS

UT
TYP INE T
E T EST
ES
T (T (R)
)

FEATURES
a Minimum power requirements
a Compact design
a Multiple Q values to meet a

MODEL

MSR500-16M0

375-400

500

MSR500-20M0

375-400

500

MSR600-60M0

500

600

MSR650-60M0

500

650

MSR700-24M5

500

700

MSR750-37M5

500

750

MSR800-4M8

500

800

MSR1200-7M8

500

1200

*This is a list of standard models used for power cable testing. Please consult
factory for different voltage and power ratings. Also note that standard input
frequency is 50 or 60 Hz.

TSR

MSR

PORTABLE
APPLIED
FAULTAC
LOCATORS
TESTING

700 SERIES
HAEFELY HIPOTRONICS 700 Series AC dielectric test systems are available in a wide range of
voltage and power ratings to meet requirements for testing low and medium voltage cables.

TR
(A) ATIN
G

EN
CU

RR

rA
EIC
Pe

VO

730-100

MODEL

Um
Pe (kV)
r IE
C

kV CLASS CABLE

LTA
GE
R
(kV ATIN
)
G

The simple-to-use Tousch Screen PLC (TS-PLC) controller allows the user to manually control the
system or program a test sequence. Data from tests can also be saved and exported with data
acquisition software (optional).

710-5

3.6

10

0.5

710-100

3.6

10

10

715-20

7.2

20

1.33

720-100

7.2

20

730-60

17.5

30

730-100

17.5

30

3.33

730-150

17.5

30

775-60

52

35

75

0.8

*This is a list of standard models used for power cable testing. Please consult
factory for different voltage and power ratings. Also note that standard input
frequency is 50 or 60 Hz.

700 SERIES

FEATURES
a Low imedance designs for

a
a
a

power components
Zero start interlock
Up to 10 dwell steps possible
Adjustable overload

Touch screen-PLC Controller

ACCESSORIES & OPTIONS

Data acquisition software

Remote PLC controller
Cable terminations
Partial discharge measuring equipment
Power factor / C tan equipment

UHVDC TESTING

Ultra High voltage DC Testing

uhvdc series
HAEFELY HIPOTRONICS line of UHVDC test systems are designed to perform ultra high voltage DC insulation
tests on cable in accordance with CIGRE 219, 496 & 189.
The UHVDC systems are built with standard interchangeable modules that allow for easy setup and costeffective expansion for future DC cable testing requirements. The unique electrical and mechanical design
minimizes floor space requirements, which allows for easy (dis)assembly and enhances mobility.

FEATURES
a Low ripple (< 3%) displayed real-time
a Quick polarity reversal meets

a
a
a

ACCESSORIES & OPTIONS

Low PD level specification
Partial discharge measuring equipment
Visible ground systems
Casters or air cushions for increased mobility
Standoff bleed resistors

latest standards
Mobile system design
Minimal footprint
Expandable

730-100

MODEL

CIG
< 8 RE 18
00 9
kV

CIG
< 5 RE 49
00 6
kV

CIG
< 2 RE 21
50 9
kV

Per cigre

8600-10/20

8800-10/20

81200-10/20

81400-10/20

81800-10/20

*Note that standard input frequency is 50 or 60 Hz.

IMPULSE TESTING

IMPULSE TESTING
SGDA / SGVA / SGSA
We offer a wide range of impulse generators to meet your lightning impulse type test needs. Due to its
unique design, transportation and assembly of SGDA/SGVA/SGSA systems are less time-consuming
and less costly than other systems on the market.
HAEFELY HIPOTRONICS impulse test systems can also be upgraded in various ways to achieve different
waveshapes or to increase your test voltage capabilities.

ACCESSORIES & OPTIONS

MODEL

730-100

TV
OL
(kV TAGE
)

Water terminations
Additional series and parallel resistors
Air cushions for increased mobility
Set of resistors for switching impulse

TES

Um
Pe (kV)
r IE
C

FEATURES
a Expandable (SGDA, SGVA)
a Low internal inductance
a Reliable and accurate testing
a Included lightning impulse resistors
a Protective safety grounding device

SGSA 400-20

52

250

SGSA 600-30

72.5

325

SGSA 1000-50

123/145

550/650

SGDA 1200-60

170

750

SGDA 1800-90

245/300

1050

SGDA 2000-100

362

1175

SGDA 2400-120

420

1425

SGDA 2600-230

550

1550

*Note that standard input frequency is 50 or 60 Hz.

Contact factory for SI option for CTT.

HEAT
VEHICLE-MOUNTED
CYCLE TESTING
FAULT LOCATORS

HEAT CYCLE TESTING

LV Systems
Our LV Heat Cycle Test Systems are designed and built
for type testing of cable. These systems raise and control
the temperature of a conductor to simulate the current
loading conditions in an electrical circuit.
The heating is achieved by utilizing the test loop as the
secondary winding of a current transformer for inductive
heating.

Control / Regulator

Load Cycle System

Double Loop Circuit Concept

K Type Thermocouple
(conductor temperature)

Metering Carts

TEST LOOP 1

Injection CT Carts

TEST LOOP 2
Coupling CT Carts

FEATURES
a Mobile CT carts with castors
a Capacitive compensation
a Main power breaker
a Temperature set controls
a Integrated chart recorder
a Split core CT design for easy
loading of cable

K Type Thermocouple
(insulation temperature)

NU
OF MBE
LO R
OP
S

(60

Hz)

(50
MODEL

Hz)

VOLTAGE
RATING (V)

CU
RA RREN
TIN T
G(
A)

High Voltage Source (not

included in this system)

730-100

LV15-2000-1

12.5

15

2000

LV15-3000-1

12.5

15

3000

LV30-3000-1

25

30

3000

LV45-2000-1

37.5

45

2000

LV45-3000-1

37.5

45

3000

LV45-5000-1

37.5

45

5000

LV30-3000-2

25

30

3000

LV45-3000-2

37.5

45

3000

LV45-5000-2

37.5

45

5000

LV75-3000-2

62.5

75

3000

LV75-5000-2

62.5

75

5000

*Note that standard input frequency is 50 or 60 Hz.

GENERAL ACCESSORIES

GENERAL ACCESSORIES
CABLE TEST TERMINATIONS & WATER PROCESSING UNIT
HAEFELY HIPOTRONICS Cable Test Termination Systems (CTTS) have earned the industrys confidence
and have gained an image as first-class products. Following our philosophy of continuous product improvement,
we have upgraded the entire product line.
The CTTS makes high voltage testing of cables fast and easy. Long-term ownership costs are low due to short
peeling lengths for routine testing, interchangeable tubes with higher LI specification for impulse tests, and SI
specifications. The Water Processing Units (WPU) state-of-the-art technology regulates the conductivity of
water and serves as a cooling system. Thermal losses, which are generated in the CTTS during the cable test,
are dissipated in the WPU to avoid overheating.

ACCESSORIES & OPTIONS

FEATURES
a Reduced peeling lengths and optimal

a
a
a

Longer interchangeable tubes for higher

LI & SI test levels
C / tan testing point
SI service package
Remote control

MA

X. C
(mmABLE

I (k

LTA
G
VO

EL
LTA
G
VO

ES

I (k

V)

kV)
C(
EA
LTA
G
VO

V)

preparation time
AC, LI, & SI guaranteed specification
Withstand voltage test possible at 20%
higher than rated AC voltage

a
a

MODEL

CTT 200

200

450

115, 130

CTT 250

250

550

115, 130, 165

CTT 350

350

750

115, 130, 165

CTT 400

400

950

130, 165

CTT 500

500

1200

950

130, 165

CTT 600

600

1500

1000

130, 165

CTT 700

700

1600

1100

165

CTT 800

800

1900

1200

165

CTT 1000

1000

On Request

KEV
KEV Series cable test terminations are
used for AC testing as well as partial
discharge and tan measurements on
plastic-insulated medium voltage cables.

FEATURES

Easy handling
Short cable preparation times
Quick set-up times

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GENERAL ACCESSORIES

PARTIAL DISCHARGE
DDX7000 / 8003
The HAEFELY HIPOTRONICS DDX Digital Partial
Discharge Detectors offer high accuracies, real-time
displays and a user friendly interface.
The DDX7000 / 8003 models are specifically designed
for the power cable industry and include PD site
location technology.

FEATURES

a
a
a
a
a

Easy operation
Automatic calibration
Real-time display

Site location
Advanced analysis capability

POWER FACTOR / C TAN

2840

NK SERIES

The 2840 measuring bridge is designed for measurement of low dielectric losses and impedances of high
voltage apparatus such as the insulation of bushings,
transformers, generators and power cables.

The NK Series of SF6 Gas-Insulated Standard

Capacitors is used as a comparison standard when
measuring capacitance and dissipation factor tan of
electrical apparatus and insulating materials.

FEATURES
a Accuracy capacitance 0.2%, tan 1x10-5
a Signal analysis capability
a Capacitive and inductive analysis
a Touch screen interface
a Manual or automatic operation

ACCESSORIES & OPTIONS

a SF6 filling device
a Connecting fittings
a Additional capacitance C13 for capacitive
divider voltage measurement

CABLEENGINEERING
TESTING ACCESSORIES
PACKAGE

ENGINEERING PACKAGE
CABLE TESTING
The design of a high voltage test area will need to comply with the requirements to perform partial
discharge (PD) measurements according to IEC, AEIC, UL and other high voltage standards. HAEFELY
HIPOTRONICS offers experienced design and construction supervision of the high voltage test area to
ensure that our customers can successfully measure partial discharge.
Below are just a few examples of what HAEFELY HIPOTRONICS includes in the Engineering Package.
With our experience installing high voltage cable test systems and with our team of design and field
service engineers around the world, we aim to ensure the best quality test area for the application.

WHATS INCLUDED:

Shielded room, including design work (optional)

Drawings of the proposed location of the test equipment
Recommended grounding and conduit drawings for the test area
Multiple visits to the customer site for review of drawings and construction progress
Inspection of:
a Steel reinforcement and ground provisions before pouring concrete floor
a Conduit installation and other test area construction
a Ground system for isolation level
a Lighting and control room
Operator training

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OFFICES:
Europe
Haefely Test AG
Birsstrasse 300
4052 Basel
Switzerland
+ 41 61 373 4111
+ 41 61 373 4912
[email protected]

China
Haefely Test AG Representative Beijing Office
8-1-602, Fortune Street
No. 67, Chaoyang Road, Chaoyang District
Beijing, China 100025
+86 10 8578 8099
+86 10 8578 9908
[email protected]

North America
Hipotronics, Inc.
1650 Route 22 N
Brewster, NY 10509
United States
+1 845 279 3644
+1 845 279 2467
[email protected]

HAEFELY HIPOTRONICS has a policy of continuous product improvement. We therefore reserve the right to change design and specification without notice.