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GUIDELINES FOR AVAILABILITY OF SPARES

AND INVENTORIES FOR POWER
TRANSMISSION SYSTEM (TRANSMISSION
LINES & SUBSTATION/SWITCHYARD) ASSETS

GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

MINISTRY OF POWER
CENTRAL ELECTRICITY AUTHORITY

JULY 2020
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GUIDELINES FOR AVAILABILITY OF SPARES AND

INVENTORIES FOR POWER TRANSMISSION
SYSTEM (TRANSMISSION LINES &
SUBSTATION/SWITCHYARD) ASSETS

BY
POWER SYSTEM ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT
(PSETD) DIVISION,
CENTRAL ELECTRICITY AUTHORITY

भारत सरकार
Government of India
के न्द्रीय विद्यु त प्राविकरण
Central Electricity Authority
विद्युत मंत्रालय
Ministry of Power
नई दिल्ली
New Delhi

July 2020
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A. INTRODUCTION
1. The phenomenal growth of Indian Power System includes a vast
power transmission system of both HVAC and HVDC with
highest transmission system voltage of 765 kV AC and ± 800 kV
DC. This transmission network is spread over different
geographical areas, difficult terrains, coastal areas which are
prone to frequent cyclonic storms/ high speed winds, etc. The
transmission system assets include transmission lines & sub
stations/switchyards (both AIS & GIS) and damage to these
assets due to natural calamities or unprecedented events such
as sabotage or outage during system operation cannot be
completely avoided. Outage free transmission system is
practically impossible. However, steps can be taken to maintain
highest availability of transmission system and down time can
be reduced by adopting suitable mechanism of fast restoration.

2. Spares of transmission system assets, which include substation

equipment, transmission line material etc., are essential to
meet any exigency and reduce the downtime of the
equipment/system. Availability of spares at the time of need
plays an important role in bringing normalcy back to the
system. Its significance increases manifold in case of natural
disasters. Natural Disaster causes devastation to infrastructure
including power transmission network. In India, coastal areas,
in particular, experience high speed wind/ cyclone/tornadoes
and frequency of occurrences of such incidences have increased
over the years due to climate change. Power outage due to such
incidences have direct impact not only on day to day life of
general public but also on the industrial output, thereby
impacting economy of the Country. Power utilities generally
procure mandatory spares along with the supply of
equipment/material. However, these spares may not be
adequate to restore the power transmission network damaged
during natural disasters. Availability of adequate spares for
transmission assets helps in faster restoration of power supply.

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It avoids delay in tendering process, transportation of

new/repaired transmission assets from manufacturer’s works
to site, and minimization of financial loss to the affected utility
by reducing the down time significantly and alleviate the
inconvenience to the consumers, in general.

3. The quantity of spares for transmission system are generally

based on population of each type and make of
substation/switchyard equipment, probability of failure of No.
of towers of transmission line at different voltage levels,
criticality of the equipment/component/line material, the
geographical location of substation/switchyard, terrain through
which transmission line traverses, and the length of
transmission lines. Out of two types of most commonly used
towers (suspension & tension/angle towers) in transmission
lines, in general, failure of suspension towers is observed to be
more compared to tension/angle towers. Accordingly,
quantities of spare towers and associated tower material
(conductor, ground wire/ OPGW & associated accessories;
insulators & associated hardware fittings etc.) have to be kept
for fast restoration of the system.

4. A meeting was held in Ministry of Power on 01.08.2019 to

review crisis and disaster management plan for power sector
under the Chairmanship of Hon’ble MoSP (I/c) for Power, New
& Renewable Energy. Minutes of the meeting is enclosed as
Annexure-F. Hon’ble Minister raised the concern about delays
in restoration of transmission system during an eventuality due
to non-availability of adequate spares. CEA was directed to take
up the issue of availability of spares & inventory management
with the power utilities, standardize the inventory list of the
minimum spares requirement, specific for similar kind of power
establishments, set up a monitoring mechanism for ensuring
its compliance and ensure mandatory digitization of spare
management by all power utilities.

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5. Accordingly, a meeting was held in CEA on 16.09.2019 under

the Chairmanship of Chief Engineer (PSE&TD). During
deliberations on the subject matter, it was brought to notice
that there is no uniform practice across the power utilities in
the country regarding provision of minimum spares for
equipment in substation/switchyard or for transmission line.
Minutes of the meeting is enclosed as Annexure-D. The
digitization of spares management is yet to be taken up by most
of the utilities. Many utilities do not have adequate provision of
spares for transmission system assets to meet any
eventualities.

6. There is need for standardization of provision of mandatory

spares at Substation/switchyard level, State level & Regional*
level and digitization of spare management. In view of above,
the following guidelines have been formulated to maintain
mandatory spares at different levels by power utilities across
the Country to meet any eventuality like electrical
failure/mechanical damage of asset, natural disasters etc.

[*Explanation: The power system of the country is divided into

five regions (Eastern, North Eastern, Southern, Western,
Northern) and States have been identified under each region.]

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B. GUIDELINES

1. These guidelines shall be applicable to all power transmission

utilities (State Transmission Utilities, PGCIL, Transmission
Licensees) in the Country for transmission system
(switchyards/substations and transmission lines) of 66 kV and
above voltage levels including those located in
cyclone/whirlwind/tornado prone areas. Such areas may be
identified by the utility based on past experience or in
consultation with Indian Meteorological Department (IMD). The
guidelines broadly cover the following:

i) Spares for transmission lines;

ii) Spares for Air Insulated substation/switchyard equipment
material;
iii) Spares for Gas Insulated Substation (GIS);
iv) Spares for FSC installation/TCSC installation;
v) Spares for HVDC system;
vi) Spares for Substation Automation System
viii) Spares for STACOM; and
ix) Spares for SVC.

2. These guidelines provide minimum quantity of mandatory spare

for major assets only. The utility shall maintain requisite spares
for transmission assets as listed under (1) above as per the
requirement of its transmission system. Spares for
items/material not covered under these guidelines may be
decided by the utility as per requirement.
3. The list and minimum quantity of mandatory spare towers
along with body & leg extensions for transmission lines is
provided at Annexure – A as State level spares.
4. At present PGCIL is operating and maintaining most of the
Inter-State Transmission System (ISTS) assets and since 2011,
number of ISTS assets in the country is also being created by
various transmission licensees on Built Own Operate and

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Maintain (BOOM) basis through Tariff Based Competitive

Bidding (TBCB) process. The transmission lines of above power
utilities are spread across more than one states in the country.
Hence, for above power utilities (PGCIL & Transmission
licensees), the spare at regional level would be required for these
assets. These spares should be increased, optimised and limited
to double the quantities mentioned in the Annexure –A (for State
Level) based on transmission line assets in that region in order
to avoid unnecessary storage of inventories.
5. The list and minimum quantity of mandatory spares for
substations/switchyards to be maintained at
‘Substation/switchyard level’ and ‘State level’ is provided at
Annexure-B.
6. The ‘Substation/switchyard level’ spares specified in Annexure-
B shall preferably be maintained at each
substation/switchyard. In case of paucity of space at
substation/switchyard for storage of requisite quantity of
spares, the ‘Substation/switchyard level’ spares for multiple
substations/switchyards can be pooled and maintained at a
location which can easily serve the requirement of these
stations. The spares at ‘State level’ can be maintained at a
centralized location which could be conveniently accessed to
meet the emergency requirement of various
substations/switchyards spread across the State.
7. The quantities of spares specified in Annexures - A & B shall be
applicable to transmission lines and substations / switchyards
in all areas including cyclone / whirlwind / tornado prone
areas. However, higher quantity of spares (for some spare items)
shall be kept for cyclone / whirlwind / tornado prone areas as
indicated in these Annexures.
8. The quantities of accessories for conductor & earthwire /
OPGW, insulators (discs / long rod insulators) & associated
hardware fittings shall be maintained for about one kilometre
(1km) of line of various voltage levels in the utility’s system.

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9. The utility is free to decide additional requirement of spares

other than the mandatory provisions specified in Annexures-A
& B based on failure rate, ageing, available inventory, past
experience, criticality of component/equipment/transmission
assets, etc. For remotely located substations/switchyard,
especially in hilly terrains where accessibility to site is difficult
and there is difficulty in transportation of equipment/ material,
the quantity of spares may be suitably increased.
10. If there are five or more substations/switchyards (of same
voltage class) of a utility in a State, the ‘State Level’ spares shall
be maintained by the utility. However, if any utility has five or
more substations/switchyards (of same voltage class) spread
across different States, spare recommended for ‘State Level’
shall be maintained for these cluster of
substations/switchyards at one or more appropriate locations
in any of these States.
11. In case the transmission lines are spread across multiple
States, the utility may utilize its discretion to decide about the
location where the spares are to be kept considering all relevant
factors e.g. length of line, voltage level, wind zone, failure
history, easy accessibility/transportability to various sites as
and when required.
12. Except circuit breakers, isolators and 765kV
Transformer/Reactor units any equipment/transmission
element of one make in a substation/transmission line should
be replaceable with same equipment of different make with
minor or no modification.
13. There may be cases, where the extent of damage is so much
that specified minimum quantum of spares/inventories may be
inadequate in meeting the eventuality. In such cases, support
from central power utilities (PGCIL/NTPC/DVC
etc.)/transmission licensees/neighboring State utilities may be
requested. The financial modalities for providing spares to other
utility shall be mutually decided between the utilities.

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14. All concerned power utilities shall take up digitization of spares

and inventory management of transmission system assets
using suitable software like SAP (Systems Applications and
Products in Data Processing) at the earliest so that status of
availability of the spares at any point of time could be assessed
by the utility and necessary action for replenishment can be
taken up accordingly. Necessary details of the substation
equipment such as rating, serial no., etc. and details of the
towers like Bill of Material (BOM), drawing number, etc. shall
also be provided in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system
to identify the towers. The utilities shall intimate CEA after
implementation of digitization of inventory management.
15. Replenishment of the consumed mandatory spares shall be
made at the earliest but in any case, not later than six months
from the date of its consumption depending on the criticality of
equipment component/material.
16. Procurement of imported spares shall depend on the
consumption pattern and procurement lead time. The
procurement action shall be initiated in advance to keep the
item (s) available all the time to meet any eventuality.
17. Proper storage and periodic maintenance of all the spares must
be ensured in line with the recommendations of the Original
Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and best Global/International
practices.
18. In cyclone/whirlwind/tornado prone areas, new
substations/switchyard may be planned as Gas Insulated
Substations (GISs) to minimize the need of spares and damage
to assets. In case of damage to existing Air Insulated Substation
(AIS) in above areas, possibility of converting the same into a
GIS installation may be explored.
19. Emergency Restoration Systems (ERS) shall be used for
immediate restoration of transmission lines and should not be
used on continuous basis for a long time as a substitute to
normal tower. The number of ERS to be maintained by the
utilities shall be as communicated to all power utilities, vide

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Secretary (Power)’s DO letter no. 20/6/2014-OM dated

05.12.2014 (Annexure-C).
20. Quantity of spares/inventories are to be reviewed every three
years based on O & M experience and the requirement during
natural disaster, etc.
21. The availability of various spares at substation / switchyard
level, State level, Regional level as specified in Annexure A & B
shall be ensured by the utility as early as possible but in no
case later than one year of issue of these guidelines.
22. The utilities shall furnish half yearly reports (As on 30th June
and on 31st December of each year) of availability of spares at
various levels separately i.e. separate table for
substation/switchyard level, State level and Regional level, as
applicable, in the format given at Annexure-E.

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ANNEXURE- A

MANDATORY SPARES FOR TRANSMISSION LINES

Following quantities of spares shall be applicable to transmission lines in all

areas including cyclone/whirlwind/tornado prone areas. However, higher
quantity for some spare items (as indicated with ** in Table-1, 2 & 3) shall be
kept for cyclone/whirlwind/tornado prone areas.

1.0 Mandatory spare towers for 66 kV upto 400 kV voltage level transmission
lines
The following quantity of normal towers of same/ standard design along with
their extensions shall be maintained as spare by the utility for each voltage
class and wind zone separately, provided such towers/ extensions are in use
in the transmission lines, which are in operation/under construction:

Table 1
Type of Quantity of Extensions for towers
Normal
Quantity Special type
tower
of (negative,
(same/ +3 M +6 M +9 M +18 M +25 M +30 M
Tower unequal
standard
etc.)
design)

5 Nos/
A/DA 1 No. 1 No. 1 No. 1 No. 1 No. - 1 No.
8 Nos.**

B/DB 1 No. 1 No. 1 No. 1 No. 1 No. 1 No. - 1 No.

C/DC 1 No. 1 No. 1 No. 1 No. 1 No. 1 No. - 1 No.

D/DD 1 No. 1 No. 1 No. 1 No. 1 No. 1 No. 1 No. 1 No.

** For transmission lines located in cyclone/whirlwind/tornado prone

areas,

2.0 Mandatory spare towers for lines of 765 kV, 500 kV HVDC, 800 kV HVDC,
400 kV Quad bundle line, Multi Circuit Towers (towers with more than
two circuits) and towers of special design having ice loading etc.:

The following quantities of normal towers of same / standard design along

with their extensions shall be maintained as spare by the utility for each
voltage class and wind zone separately, provided such towers / extensions
are in use in the transmission lines, which are in operation/under
construction:

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ANNEXURE- A

Table 2
Type of Quantity Quantity of Extensions for towers
Normal of Tower +3 M +6 M +9 M +18 +25 Special
tower M M type
(same/ (negati
standard ve,
design)
unequa
l etc.)
Suspension 5 Nos./ 1 No. 1 No. 1 No. 1No. 1 No. 1 No.
towers with 8 Nos.**
stub and
cleats
Tension 1No. 1No. 1No. 1No. 1No. 1No. 1 No.
towers with
stub and
cleats
Stub setting Template for each type suspension towers- 2 sets#
Stub setting Template for each type tension towers- 1 set each#

** For transmission lines located in cyclone/whirlwind/tornado prone areas

# Not required if already available with the utility.

3.0 Transmission line material/Tower accessories/Templates:

Following transmission line material, as applicable, shall be kept by the
utility:

Table 3
Name of Material Unit Quantity
Stubs & cleats for 66 kV upto 400 kV Set
voltage level same / standard design
5/8** for each type
suspension towers for each wind zones (A
& DA)
Stubs & cleats for 66 kV upto 400 kV Set
voltage level same /standard design
1 for each type
tension towers for each wind zones (B &
DB, C & DC, D & DD)
Stubs setting templates for 66 kV upto Set
400 kV voltage level same / standard
2 for each type
design towers for each wind zones (A &
DA)#
Stubs setting templates for 66 kV upto Set
400 kV voltage level same / standard
1 for each type
design towers for each wind zones (B &
DB, C & DC, D & DD)#

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ANNEXURE- A

ERS suitable for transmission line up to Set

400 kV twin bundle
ERS suitable for 765 kV/ 500 kV HVDC/ As per Annexure-D.
800 kV HVDC/ 400 kV Quad Bundle (in
States having such system) Set
Galvanized steel sections for
To be decided by the utility
replacement of missing members
Anti-theft Galvanized nut bolts & washers
To be decided by the utility
of various length
Conductor
ACSR Moose conductor Km 20/40**
ACSR Zebra conductor (for 220 kV lines) Km 10/20**
ACSR Zebra conductor (for 765 kV D/C Km 40 /80**
lines)
ACSR Panther conductor Km 10/20**
ACSR Dog conductor Km 10/20**
ACSR Bersimis conductor Km 20/40**
ACSR Snowbird conductor Km 20/40**
ACSR lapwing Conductor Km 20/40**
Other special type of conductor like AAAC, 5 % of used conductor
AL59, INVAR, HTLS etc. length or 20 km
whichever is less /
(10% of used
conductor length or
40 km whichever is
less )**
Earthwire & OPGW
7 X 3.66 mm GS Earth wire Km 1 km for each size (if
7 X 3.15 mm GS Earth wire earthwire is on one
peak of the tower)
7 X 4.50 mm GS Earth wire 2 km for each size (if
earthwire is on both
the peaks of the
tower) for each size

OPGW Km 1 km for each size

** For transmission lines located in cyclone/whirlwind/tornado prone

areas.
# Not required if already available with the utility.

Note (1): The accessories for conductor & earthwire / OPGW and the number
of insulators (discs / long rod insulators) & associated hardware fittings shall
be maintained by the utility for one kilometer (1km) of line for various sizes.

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Annexure-B

1.0 MANDATORY SPARES FOR SUB STATION EQUIPMENT

Sl. No. Description Quantity of Each Make & Type

At Substation/switchyard At State level
level
1.0 CIRCUIT BREAKERS
800/420/ 245/ 145/72.5 KV SF6 CIRCUIT BREAKER
1.1 Complete Pole 1 No. pole of each make & 1 No. complete CBs of
(Phase) of circuit type each Voltage Class and
breaker including For Highest Current
closing resistor/ cyclone/whirlwind/tornado
Rating (along with
CSD, grading
capacitor (as prone areas- 10% poles of Support structure
applicable), pole each make and model (2 Nos.- for
column, interrupter installed at the substation cyclone/whirlwind/tor
, operating (rounded up to the next nado prone areas)
mechanism, integer) subject to minimum
Marshalling Box of one pole
and terminal
connector but
without support
structure

1.2 Grading Capacitor 3 Nos.

1.3 Rubber gaskets, `O' 1 set
rings and seals
1.4 Trip coils with 2 sets
resistor
1.5 Closing coils with 2 sets
resistor
1.6 Terminal Pads and 2 sets
connectors
1.7 Molecular filter 2 Nos.
1.8 Density/ pressure 1 No.
monitoring systems
1.9 Corona rings 1 No.
1.10 Relays, Power 1 set
contactors, switch
fuse units, limit
switches, push
buttons, timers &
MCB etc.
1.11 Pressure switches 1 set
1.12 Pressure Gauge and 1 set
coupling
1.13 SF6 Gas 15% of total used quantity in
substation

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Annexure-B

Sl. No. Description Quantity of Each Make & Type

At Substation/switchyard At State level
level
1.14 Auxiliary switch 1 set
assembly
1.15 Operation Counter 1 No.

1.16 Magnetic ventile, if 3 Nos.

required
1.17 Actuator rings, if 6 Nos.
required
1.18 Control valves, if 1 No.
required
1.19 Fixed, moving and 2 Nos.
arcing contact
assemblies
including
Insulating Nozzles
etc. for 1
Interrupter.
1.20 Pneumatic Operating Mechanism For ICU (INDIVIDUAL COMPRESSOR
UNIT)
1.21.1 Complete 1 Set
compressor
assembly along
with motor,
accessories &
coupling along
with regenerating
unit(wherever
applicable)
1.21.2 Micro-filters 1 No.
1.21.3 Coupling for 1 Set
compressed air
1.21.4 Valves & reducers 1 Set
(Including Safety
valve)
1.21.5 Pressure switches 1 Set
1.21.6 Pressure gauges 1 Set
1.21.7 Gaskets 'O' rings & 1 Set
seals
1.21.8 Dowty Seal 2 Sets
1.21.9 Operating drive 1 Set
1.21 Hydraulic
Operating
Mechanism
1.22.1 Hydraulic 1 Set
operating

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Annexure-B

Sl. No. Description Quantity of Each Make & Type

At Substation/switchyard At State level
level
mechanism with
drive motor
1.22.2 Ferrules and joints 1 Set
1.22.3 Hydraulic filter 3 Sets
1.22.4 High pressure 1 Set
hose
1.22.5 N2 Accumulator 2 No.
1.22.6 Pressure 1 No.
transducer
1.22.7 Valves 1 Set
1.22.8 `O' rings, gaskets 1 Set
and seals
1.22.9 Pipe length 1 Set
(copper & steel)
1.22.10 Pressure switches 1 Set
1.22.11 Pressure gauges 1 Set
1.22.12 Hydraulic oil 15% of total used quantity in
substation
1.22 Spring Operated
Mechanism
1.22.1 Closing Dashpot 1 set
1.22.2 Opening Dashpot 1 set
1.22.3 Opening Catch 1 set
gear
1.22.4 Closing Catch gear 1 set
1.22.5 Complete Spring 1 set
Operating
Mechanism
1.22.6 Spring Charging 1 Nos.
Motor
Note: 1 set is for 3 poles
2.0 ISOLATORS
2.1 800/420/ 245/ 145/ 72.5 KV HORIZONTAL CENTRE BREAK/ DOUBLE
BREAK ISOLATORS
2.1.1 One complete pole 1 No. For
including support For cyclone/whirlwind/to
Insulator, motor cyclone/whirlwind/tornado rnado prone areas-
operating prone areas- /10% poles of Two (2) complete
mechanism and each make and model isolators of each
terminal connector installed at the substation voltage class, and
but excluding (rounded off to the next highest short-time and
structure integer) subject to minimum normal current rating
of one pole (along with support
structure) available at
any of the substations
2.1.2 Isolator Arms 1 set
with finger
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Annexure-B

Sl. No. Description Quantity of Each Make & Type

At Substation/switchyard At State level
level
contacts and
current carrying
assembly
2.1.3 Support Insulators 1 set
2.1.4 Copper contact 2 sets
fingers for male &
female contacts
2.1.5 Open / Close 1 set
contactor
assembly, timers,
key interlock push
button switch &
auxiliary switches
2.1.6 Limit switch 2 sets
2.1.7 Motor housing 1 No.
bearing assembly
2.1.8 Terminal Pads and 2 sets
connectors
2.1.9 Motor with gear 1 No.
assembly and
bevel gear
assembly
2.1.10 Corona shield 3 Nos. .
rings
2.1.11 Hinge pins 3 Nos.
2.1.12 Bearings 1 set
2.1.13 Interlocking coil 5 Nos.
with resistor
2.1.14 Fuses of each 5 Nos.
rating
2.2 420 KV PENTOGRAPH ISOLATOR
2.2.1 Fixed contacts 3
2.2.2 Gear Assembly 1
2.2.3 Damper assembly 1
2.2.4 Scissors assembly 1
2.2.5 Scissors contacts 3
2.2.6 Drive motor 1
2.2.7 Limit switches 1 set
2.2.8 Bearings 1 set
2.2.9 Terminal pads and 4
connectors
2.2.10 Corona shield 1 set
rings
2.2.11 Interlocking coils, 1 set
timers, key
interlocks etc.
3.0 CURRENT TRANSFORMER
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Annexure-B

Sl. No. Description Quantity of Each Make & Type

At Substation/switchyard At State level
level
3.1 800/420/ 245/ 145/ 72.5/ 36 KV CT
3.1 Complete CT 2 Nos. of each rating for For
with Terminal population up to 20 Nos. cyclone/whirlwind/tor
connector & 3 Nos. of each rating for nado prone areas- Two
structure population more than 20 Nos. complete CTs of each
For voltage class (along
cyclone/whirlwind/tornado with support
prone areas- 10% CTs of each structure). CT ratio
voltage class installed at the shall be decided by the
substation (rounded up to the utility based on the
next integer) subject to a population of similar
minimum two numbers ratio CTs available in
the State.
3.2 Primary Terminal 2 sets
bushing
4.0 VOLTAGE TRANSFORMER (PT/CVT)
4.1 Complete 2 Nos. of each rating for For
Potential population up cyclone/whirlwind/tor
Transformer / to 20 Nos. nado prone areas- Two
Capacitor Voltage 3 Nos. of each rating for complete PT/CVTs of
Transformer with population more than 20
terminal Nos. each voltage class
connectors & For (along with support
structure cyclone/whirlwind/tornado structure).
prone areas- 10% CTs of each
voltage class installed at the
substation (rounded up to
the next integer) subject to a
minimum two numbers
5.0 SURGE ARRESTOR
5.1 Complete Surge 2 Nos. of each rating (not For
Arrester with make) for population upto 10 cyclone/whirlwind/tor
insulating base Nos. and 3 Nos. of each nado prone areas- Four
and Terminal rating (not make) for complete SAs of each
connector & population more than 10
structure Nos. voltage class (along
with support structure)
5.2 Surge 5 Nos.
counter/monitor
6.0 765/400/ 220/ 132/ 66 KV BUS POST INSULATOR
6.1 Bus post insulator 3 Nos. for each voltage rating
assembly
(Complete)
7.0 POWER TRANSFORMERS & REACTORS
7.1 AUTO As per Central Electricity One number single-
TRANSFORMERS Authority (Technical phase/three-phase
Standards for Construction unit of each rating, as
of Electrical Plants and applicable
Electric Lines) Regulations
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At Substation/switchyard At State level
level
7.1.1 Oil cooler pumps 1 No.
with motor
(complete
assembly)
7.1.2 Buchholz relay 1 No.
complete (main
tank)
7.1.3 Local Winding 1 No.
temperature
indicator
7.1.4 Remote winding 1 No.
temperature
indicator with
sensing device and
matching unit
7.1. 5 Oil temperature 1 No.
indicator
7.1. 6 Pressure relief 1 No.
device
7.1.7 Magnetic oil level 1 No.
gauge
7.1.8 Cooler Fan with 1 No.
motor
7.1.9 Set of Valves 1 No. of each size and type
7.1.10 Set of starters, 1 set
contactors, relays
and switches for
electrical control
panel
7.1.11 Remote tap 1 No.
position indicator
7.1.12 Oil flow indicator 1 set
with flow switch
7.1.13 Breather assembly 1 No. each
for main
conservator and
OLTC Conservator
7.1.14 Terminal connector 1 set
7.1.15 Oil surge relay for 1 No.
OLTC
7.1.16 Aircell 1 No. each type
7.1.17 OLTC 1 No. each type
7.2 SHUNT As per Central Electricity One number single-
REACTORS : Authority (Technical phase/three-phase
Standards for Construction of unit of each rating, as
Electrical Plants and Electric applicable
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At Substation/switchyard At State level
level
7.2.1 Local winding 1 set
temperature
indicator
7.2.2 Remote winding 1 set
temperature
indicator with
contacts and
sensing device
7.2.3 OTI with contacts 1 No.
and sensing device
7.2.4 Magnetic Oil level 1 No.
gauge
7.2.5 Pressure relief 1 No.
device
7.2.6 Buchholz relay 1 No.
complete
7.2.7 Terminal connector 2 Nos. of each type/rating
7.2.8 Surge Arrester 1 No.
(connected in
neutral of reactor)
for each Rating –
Wherever
applicable
7.2.9 Surge monitor for 1 No.
neutral L.A.
(Wherever
applicable)
7.2.10 Breather assembly 2 Nos.
7.2.11 Valves 1 set
7.3 BUSHINGS
7.3.1 Bushings 765/ 400 2 Nos. Of each For
kV Bushing type(dimensional) & rating cyclone/whirlwind/to
7.3.2 Bushings 245kV/ 1 No. of each rating & rnado prone areas-
145kV / Neutral dimension for population 1 No. of each rating &
Bushing (36kV) upto 10 Bushings dimension

2 Nos. of each rating &

dimension for population
more than 10 Bushings
7.3.3 72.5/52 KV 2 Nos.
bushings for
tertiary
7.4 INSULATING 10% of quantity of oil of
OIL largest unit
(20% in case imported oil is
used in transformer/reactors)
7.5 NEUTRAL GROUNDING REACTOR

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Sl. No. Description Quantity of Each Make & Type

At Substation/switchyard At State level
level
7.5.1 NGR for 765kV 1 No. of each rating
along with
Terminal Clamps
& Connectors
7.5.2 NGR for 400kV 1 No. of each rating
along with
Terminal Clamps
& Connectors
7.5.3 145 KV bushing 1 No.
with metal parts
and gaskets along
with terminal
connector(To be
covered separately
in Bushings)
7.5.4 Grounding 1 set
bushing of NGR
with metal parts
gaskets and
terminal
conductor
7.5.5 OTI with contacts 1 No.
7.5.6 Oil level gauge 1 No.
7.5.7 Pressure relief 1 No.
device
7.5.8 Buchholz relay 1 No.
8.0 Controlled Switching Devices (CSD)
8.1 Controlled 1 set of each make
Switching Devices
along with
transducers,
Sensors, Cables,
Contactors,
Switches etc
9.0 PLCC EQUIPMENT
9.1 Set of Prints for 2 sets
Carrier terminal,
Speech and Data
9.2 Set of Prints for 2 sets
protection coupler
9.3 Set of Prints for 1 set
EPAX (24/8)
9.4 Coupling device 2 sets
without base plate
9.5 Telephone 2 wire 4 Sets
with necessary
connecting cable

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Sl. No. Description Quantity of Each Make & Type

At Substation/switchyard At State level
level
9.6 Telephone 4 wire 2 Sets
with necessary
connecting cable
9.7 Co-axial connector 10 Nos.
9.8 Straight through 1 Set
joint (wherever
applicable)
9.9 Co-axial cable 1 km
9.10 PLCC tool kit 1 set
9.11 Wave Trap LA 1 No.
9.12 Wave trap with 1 No. of each make &
pedestal & rating
terminal For
connectors cyclone/whirlwind/tor
nado prone areas-
2 Nos. of each make &
rating

9.11 Digital PLCC/ Digital Communication equipment/ Digital Protection

Coupler
9.11.1 Card/Module of 1 No.
each type
9.11.2 Connector of each 1 set
type
9.11.3 Connecting cables 1 No.
of each type
10.0 BATTERIES AND BATTERY CHARGERS:
10.1 220V/ 110 V/ 48V Batteries
10.1.1 Spare battery cell 10 Nos. for population ≥ 100
without electrolyte Nos.
5 Nos. for population < 100
Nos.
10.1.2 Terminal 10 Nos. (each type)
connectors with
Bolts & Nuts
10.1.3 Float level 10 Nos. (each type)
indicators
10.1.4 Vent Plugs 10 Nos. (each type)
10.2 220V/ 110 V / 48V Battery Chargers
10.2.1 Set of Control 1 Complete set for each type
Cards of charger
10.2.2 Set of relays 1 set
10.2.3 Rectifier 1 No.
transformer
10.2.4 Control 1 No.
transformer

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Sl. No. Description Quantity of Each Make & Type

At Substation/switchyard At State level
level
10.2.5 Series inductor 1 No.
10.2.6 Set of contactor 1 set
10.2.7 Micro switches 1 set
10.2.8 Filter Capacitors 1 set
10.2.9 Thyristor/ Diode 1 set
10.2.10 Set of switches 1 set
10.2.11 Set of wound 1 set
resistors
10.2.12 Potentiometers 1 No.
10.2.13 Fuses of Thyristor 6 sets
with indicators
11.0 Control and Relay Panel
11.1 Line Protection Panel Equipment Spare
11.1.1 Numerical Relay 1 No.
(IED) of each
make and type
along with
software
11.2 Transformer & Reactor Protection Panel
11.2.1 Numerical Relay 1 No.
(IED) of each
make and type
along with
software
11.3 Bus-Bar Protection Panel
11.3.1 Numerical Relay 1 No.
(IED) of each
make & Type
12.0 L.T. Transformers 1 no. of each voltage
rating & MVA capacity
12.1 Bushings 1 set

12.2 OTI & WTI with 1 set

sensing device (as
applicable)
12.3 Tap Changer 1 set
contacts
12.4 Buchholz relay 1 No.
12.5 Explosion vent 1 No.
diaphragm
12.6 Silicagel Container 1 No.

13.0 Conductor 5% of the length of each type

(Flexible/Alumini installed at the
um Pipe) substation/switchyard

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Sl. No. Description Quantity of Each Make & Type

At Substation/switchyard At State level
level
14.0 Disc Insulators 5% of the total number of
discs of each voltage class
installed at the
substation/switchyard.
15.0 Long Rod 5% of the total number of
Insulator insulators of each voltage
class installed at the
substation/switchyard,
subject to a minimum
number of three insulators of
each voltage class.
16.0 Conductor Quantity shall be
accessories and commensuration with the
hardware spare for conductor and
insulators.
17.0 Coupling One number of each voltage
Capacitors class installed at the
substation/switchyard.

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2. MANDATORY SPARES FOR GAS INSULATED SWITCHGEAR (GIS)

(Substation/switchyard level)

Sl.No. Description Quantity at for

Each Substation
1.0 General (For 765 kV, 400KV, 220KV, 132 KV & 66kV
)
1.1 Cable Connection Enclosure with the main Circuit (if 1 No.
applicable)
1.2 SF6 gas Pressure Relief Devices of each type along 2 sets
with O-rings
1.3 SF6 Pressure gauge cum switch OR Density 5% of total
monitors and pressure switch, as applicable, of each population (max
type 5 nos. and min. 1
no.)
1.4 Coupling device of each type for pressure gauge 2 sets
cum switch for connecting Gas handling plant
1.5 Rubber Gaskets, “O” Rings and Seals for SF6 gas of 3 sets
each type
1.6 Molecular filter for SF6 gas with filter bags 5% of total weight
1.7 All types of Control Valves for SF6 gas of each type 3 Nos.
1.8 SF6 gas 20% of total gas
quantity
1.9 Locking device to keep the Dis-connectors 3 Nos.
(Isolators) and Earthing switches in close or open
position in case of removal of the driving
Mechanism
1.10 Spare EHV Cable of longest phase of a feeder as 1 Run (1-phase)
applicable (if applicable)
1.11 Spares for local control cabinet including MCB, 2 sets
Fuses, Timers, Aux. relays, Contactor, Push
Buttons, Switches, Lamps, Annunciation Windows
etc. of each type & rating and terminal of each type
1.12 HV Cable Termination kit of each type (if applicable) 1 No.
1.13 HV Cable Jointing kit of each type (if applicable) 1 No.
1.14 UHF PD Sensors of each type 5% of total
population (max
5 Nos. and min. 1
No.)
1.15 Support Insulator/Gas Barrier of each type along 5 Nos.
with associated contacts and shields
1.16 SF6 to air bushing of each type & rating along with 1 No.
conductor and enclosure
2.0 765 kV, 400kV, 220kV,132 kV & 66kV SF6 CIRCUIT BREAKER:
2.1 Complete Circuit Breaker (1 phase unit) of each type 1 set
& rating complete with interrupter, main circuit,
enclosure and Marshalling Box with operating
mechanism to enable replacement of any type/rating
of CB by spare
(Applicable for CB with PIR)
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Each Substation
2.2 Complete Circuit Breaker (1 phase unit) of each type 1 set
& rating complete with interrupter, main circuit,
enclosure and Marshalling Box with operating
mechanism to enable replacement of any type/rating
of CB by spare (as applicable)
(Applicable for CB without PIR)
2.3 Trip coil assembly with resistor as applicable, 3 Nos. 2 Sets
of each type
2.4 Closing coil assembly with resistor as applicable, 3 2 Sets
Nos. of each type
2.5 Relays, Power contactors, push buttons, timers & 1 set
MCBs etc. of each type and rating
2.6 Auxiliary switch assembly, 3 Nos. of each type 1 set
2.7 Operation Counter, 3 Nos. of each type 1 set
2.8 Windowscope/ Observing window, 3 Nos. of each 1 set
type
2.9 For Hydraulic Operated Mechanism, if applicable
2.9.1 Hydraulic operating mechanism with drive motor of 1 set
each type
2.9.2 Ferrules, joints and couplings of each type 1 Set
2.9.3 Hydraulic filter of each type 1 Set
2.9.4 Hose pipe of each type 1 Set
2.9.5 N2 Accumulator of each type 1 Set
2.9.6 Valves of each type 1 Set
2.9.7 Pipe length (copper & steel) of each size & type 1 Set
2.9.8 Pressure switches of each type 1 Set
2.9.9 Pressure gauge with coupling device of each type 1 Set
2.9.10 Hydraulic oil 20% of total qty.
used
2.9.11 Pressure Relief Device of each type 1 Set
2.10 For Spring Operated Mechanism, if applicable
2.10.1 Complete Spring Operating Mechanism including 1 set
charging mechanism etc. of each type
2.10.2 Spring Charging Motor 2 Nos.
3.0 765 kV, 400kV, 220kV,132 kV & 66kV ISOLATORS
:
3.1 Complete set of 3 nos. of single phase / one 3-phase 1 Set
isolator of each type, dimension, current & voltage
rating including main circuit, enclosure, driving
mechanism and support Insulator etc. to enable
replacement of any type/rating of Isolator by spare
3.2 3 No. of single phase / one no of 3-phase 1 Set
Maintenance Earthing switch of each type,
dimension, current & voltage including main circuit,
enclosure, driving mechanism and support Insulator
etc. to enable replacement of any type/rating of Earth
Switch by spare

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Sl.No. Description Quantity at for

Each Substation
3.3 3 No. of single phase / one no of 3-phase Fast 1 Set
Earthing switch of each type, dimension, current &
voltage rating including main circuit, enclosure,
driving mechanism and support Insulator etc. to
enable replacement of any type/rating of Earth
Switch by spare (if applicable)
3.4 Copper contact fingers for isolator male & female 1 Set
contact along with corona shield– for one complete (3
phase) isolator of each type and rating
3.5 Copper contact fingers for Maintenance Earthing 1 Set
switch male & female contacts along with corona
shield, for one complete (3 phase) earthing switch of
each type and rating
3.6 Copper contact fingers for Fast Earthing switch male 1 Set
& female contacts along with corona shield, for one
complete (3 phase) earthing switch of each type and
rating (if applicable)
3.7 Open / Close contactor assembly, timers, key
interlock, interlocking coils, relays, push buttons,
indicating lamps Power contactors, resistors, fuses,
MCBs & drive control cards etc. for one complete
MOM box (3 – phase gang operated or 1 – phase unit)
dis-connector and (3 phase) earthing switch of each
type and rating
3.7.1 For isolator 1 Set
3.7.2 For Maintenance Earth switch 1 Set
3.7.3 For Fast Earthing Switch (if applicable) 1 Set
3.8 Limit switch and Aux. Switches for complete 3
phase equipment
3.8.1 For isolator 2 Sets
3.8.2 For Maintenance Earth switch 2 Sets
3.8.3 For Fast Earthing Switch (if applicable) 2 Sets
3.9 Drive Mechanism of each type
3.9.1 For isolator 1 No.
3.9.2 For Maintenance Earth switch 1 No.
3.9.3 For Fast Earthing Switch (if applicable) 1 No.
3.10 Motor for Drive Mechanism of each type
3.10.1 For isolator 3 Nos.
3.10.2 For Maintenance Earth switch 3 Nos.
3.10.3 For Fast Earthing Switch (if applicable) 3 Nos.
4.0 765 kV, 400kV, 220kV,132 kV & 66kV CURRENT TRANSFORMER
4.1 Complete CT of each type and rating with 1 No.
enclosure to enable replacement of any type/rating
of CT by spare
5.0 765 kV, 400kV, 220kV,132 kV & 66kV Voltage Transformer

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Each Substation
5.1 Complete VT of each type and rating with enclosure 1 No.
to enable replacement of any type/rating of VT by
spare (if applicable)
6.0 765 kV, 400kV, 220kV,132 kV & 66kV SURGE ARRESTOR
Gas insulated SA for of each type and ratings 1 No.
enclosure & surge monitor counter to enable
replacement of any type/rating of Gas Insulated SA
6.1 by spare (if applicable)
6.2 Surge counter/ monitor of each rating and type 1 No.
7.0 (for 765 kV, 400kV, 220kV,132 kV & 66kV Voltage 1 No.
Class) Oil to SF6 bushing for Transformer/Reactor as
applicable of each rating
8.0 (for 765 kV, 400kV, 220kV,132 kV & 66kV Voltage 2 Nos.
Class) Oil to Cable Termination kit for Transformer
as applicable of each rating
9.0 Controlled Switching Device along with 1 set of each
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3. MANDATORY SPARES FOR FIXED SERIES CAPACITOR (FSC)/

THYRISTOR CONTROLLED SERIES CAPACITOR (TCSC)
INSTALLATION (Substation/switchyard level)

Sl No Description Quantity for Each Make

& Type
1.0 FSC/TCSC elements
1.1 Capacitor units (for FSC & TCSC) 20% of total population
1.2 Fibre optic cable with end termination (1 Piece of 1 No.
longest length)
1.3 Spark Gap assembly comprising of Trigatron, 2 Sets
Ignition coil, Trigger Transformer, Transient
suppression card, Voltage divider Capacitor of
each rating, Connecting HV leads, Forced
Trigger pulse generating card as applicable
1.4 Damping Resistor elements 10% of total population
subject to minimum 1
No. of each type
1.5 Current measuring device complete in all 10% of total population
respect including terminal connector, fitment, subject to minimum 2
hardware and accessories as applicable Nos. of each type
1.6 Voltage measuring device complete in all 1 set
respect including terminal connector, fitment,
hardware and accessories as applicable
1.7 Electrical to Optical signal converter of each 1 set
type as applicable
1.8 400KV Platform to ground signal transmission 1 set
system cubicle- relay/ module of each type
1.9 MOV-FSC 10% of the required
MJ rating but minimum
2 Nos. as h o t spare per
phase and 1 Set (for
one Phase) as cold spare
1.10 MOV-TCSC 10% of the required
MJ rating but minimum
2 Nos. as h o t spare per
phase and 1 Set (for one
Phase) as cold spare
1.11 Thyristor Valve (as applicable)
1.11.1 Thyristors of each type and rating 5% of Total Population
minimum 10 Nos.
1.11.2 Surge arrestor/MOV of each type and rating 5% of total population
1.11.3 Valve reactor of each type and rating 2 Nos.
1.11.4 Snubber capacitors of each type 5% of Total Population
minimum 5 Nos.

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Sl No Description Quantity for Each Make

& Type
1.11.5 Snubber resistors of each type 5% of Total Population
minimum 5 Nos.
1.11.6 Grading capacitors/Resistor of each type 2 Nos.
1.11.7 Thyristor electronics (PCBs) of each type 5% of Total Population
minimum 10 Nos.
1.11.8 Corona shield each type 1 Set
1.11.9 Fiber optics with end termination for each 1 Set
function
1.11.10 Insulators of each type 1 Set
1.11.11 Fitment, hardware and accessories for 1 module 1 Set

1.11.12 PEX tubes of each type along with couplings 5% of total

and washers population
1.11.13 Clamps and connectors of each type 2 Sets
1.11.14 Gate cards / TE/TVM 5% of total
population
1.11.15 Spare for Valve base electronics 1 Set
1.11.16 Assembly accessories for surge arrestors of 2 Sets
each type and rating along with fitment
hardware and accessories
1.11.17 Arrestor counter of each type 1 Set
1.12 Valve cooling equipment spares
1.12.1 Set of Valve cooling control devices and modules 1 Set
1.12.2 Set of valve hall ventilation control devices and 1 Set
modules
1.12.3 Fitment hardware and accessories 1 Set
1.12.4 Electrically operated Valve of each type 1 No.
1.12.5 Filter element assembly of each type 1 Set
1.12.6 Pump shaft seal of each type 1 Set
1.12.7 Rings & Gaskets of each type 1 Set
1.12.8 Contactors, relays and timers of each type 1 Set
1.12.9 PLC with configuration software & manual 1 Set
1.12.10 Flow meter & sensor - each type 1 Set
1.12.11 Pressure gauge of each type 1 Set
1.12.12 Temperature sensors of each type
1.12.13 Conductivity sensors 1 Set
1.12.14 MCCB & MCB of Each type and rating 10% of total population
subject to min. 2 Nos.
of each type & rating
1.12.15 Indicating instruments – each type 1 Set
1.12.16 Switches – each type 1 Set
1.12.17 UPS of each rating 1 Set
1.12.18 Valve of each type and size 2 Sets
1.12.19 Couplings of each type and size 2 Sets
1.12.20 Clamps and fixing material with hardware and 2 Sets
a ccessories

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& Type
1.12.21 Heat exchanger fan with motor 1 Set
1.12.22 Complete cooling pump with Motor 1 Set
1.12.23 Rubber compensators 1 Set
1.13 Support insulators of each type and rating 10% of total population
1.14 Fibre Optic signal column 2 Set of longest length
1.15 Erection Hardware
1.15.1 Bus Bar material with connectors of each type 2 Sets
1.15.2 Connecting leads with lugs for Capacitor 20 sets
1.16 Breaker Relay Panel
1.16.1 Breaker failure relay of each type (as applicable) 1 No.
1.16.2 Trip/ Close circuit supervision relay of each 1 No.
type (as applicable)
1.16.3 Self reset trip relay of each type (as applicable) 1 No.
1.16.4 Hand reset trip relay of each type (as applicable) 1 No.
1.16.5 Timer relay of each type (as applicable) 1 No.
1.16.6 DC supervision relays of each type (as applicable) 1 No.
1.16.7 Flag relays of each type (as applicable) 1 No
1.16.8 Auxiliary relays used in Controller 10% of total population
1.17 Control Panel Equipment
1.17.1 Digital display unit (as applicable) of each type 1 Set
1.17.2 Red, Green, White indicating lamp with 5 Sets of each colour
complete assembly (as applicable)
1.17.3 Bulbs (for indication lamps) ( as applicable) 50 Nos.
1.17.4 Annunciation windows with necessary 6 Nos.
annunciation relay ( as applicable)
1.17.5 Red, Yellow, Black, Green Push button ( as 1 Set or each colour
applicable)
1.17.6 Counters for spark gap operation (as applicable) 2 Sets
1.17.7 Control switch of each type 1 Set
1.17.8 Instrument & meter with transducer of each type 1 No.
1.18 Relay/ interface Panel
1.18.1 Relay/ Module/ Electronic card of each type 20% of total population
for each type of function with min. 2 sets
1.18.2 Filters/ transient suppressor of each type 2 sets
1.18.3 Numerical Distance protection with 2 sets
configuration software for setting and
Programmable scheme logic and connecting
cable for front communication to PC
1.18.4 Disturbance Recorder for FSC comprising of 2 sets
Evaluation
& Acquisition unit with software
1.18.5 Control card of each type including 20% of total population
Programmable CPU with min 2 set
1.18.6 If PC based monitoring of Control & Protection
system is provided
1.18.6.1 Data acquisition card each type 1 Set
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Sl No Description Quantity for Each Make

& Type
1.18.6.2 Hardware for PC with CPU, Motherboard, 1 Set
Memory(RAM
& Hard disk), CD ROM drive, monitor, key
board, mouse
1.18.6.3 Data switch 1 Set
1.18.6.4 If Rack mounted industrial PC is used, Power 1 Set
supply, Motherboard with Memory (RAM &
Hard disk), monitor, CD ROM drive, key board,
mouse, fan, PCMCIA card
1.18.6.5 Transducer of each type 1 Set
1.19 Testing & Measuring Equipment
1.19.1 Control/ Protection logic programming 1 Set
device with necessary software
1.19.2 Special tool for making joints and termination 1 Set
of optical fiber with relevant couplers/
termination hardware –each type
1.19.3 Optical loss measuring kit with relevant 1 Set
accessories and visual Fiber Optic cable
inspection aid
1.19.4 Telescopic earthing device with terminal 4 Sets
clamps and earthing wire
1.19.5 Capacitance meter with all hardware & 1 Set
accessories
1.19.6 Thyristor test unit including power and control 1 Set
unit test handle (for TCSC), Oscilloscope with
fitments and accessories
1.19.7 Set of tools to change thyristors with 1 Set
fitments and accessories (for TCSC)
1.19.8 Equipment & set of tools for replacement of 1 Set
thyristor modules (for TCSC)
1.19.9 Capacitor lifting device 1 Set
1.19.10 Maintenance tool kit for optical fibers, 1 Set
Controllers, optical test module for Optical CT/
PTs
1.19.11 DM water conductivity measurement kit (for 1 Set
TCSC)
1.19.12 Test kit for testing optical CT/PT and Spark gap 1 Set
triggering
1.19.13 Test kit for Spark gap triggering with all 1 Set
hardware & accessories
1.20 Optical loss measuring kit with relevant 1 Set
accessories
2.0 Circuit Breaker
2.1 By pass breaker o f e a c h t y p e Pole of each 1 Set
type complete with control cabinet, operating
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Sl No Description Quantity for Each Make

& Type
mechanism, terminal connectors and grading
capacitor (one of each type) but without
supports structure
2.1.1 Rubber gaskets, `O’ rings and seals of each type 1 Set

2.1.2 Trip coil assembly with resistor 6 Nos.

2.1.3 Closing coil assembly with resistor 6 Nos.
2.1.4 Terminal Pads and connectors of each type 2 Sets
2.1.5 Molecular filter 2 Sets
2.1.6 SF6 Density / pressure gauge monitoring systems 2 Sets
2.1.7 Corona rings 1 Set
2.1.8 Relays, Power contactors, switch fuse u n i t s ,
l i m i t switches of each type 1 Set
2.1.9 Push buttons, timers & MCB of each type 1 Set
2.1.10 Pressure switches 1 Set
2.1.11 Pressure Gauge and coupling 1 Set
2.1.12 Auxiliary switch assembly 1 Set
2.1.13 Operation Counter 1 Set
2.1.14 Control unit 1Set
2.1.15 SF6 gas 20% of requirement
2.1.16 Copper / steel pipe length for one Pole of each
type and size 1 Set
2.2 Pneumatic Operating Mechanism For
Individual Compressor Unit (as applicable)
2.2.1 Complete compressor assembly along with
motor, accessories & coupling along with
regenerating unit (wherever applicable) 1 Set
2.2.2 Micro-filters 1 Set
2.2.3 Coupling for compressed air 1 Set
2.2.4 Valves & reducers 1 Set
2.2.5 Pressure switches 1 Set
2.2.6 Pressure gauges 1 Set
2.2.7 Gaskets 'O' rings & seals 1 Set
2.2.8 Dowty Seal 2 Sets
2.2.9 Safety valve with hardware & accessories 1 Set
2.2.10 Operating drive 1 Set
2.3 For Hydraulic Operated Mechanism (as
applicable)
2.3.1 Hydraulic operating mechanism with drive 1 Set
motor
2.3.2 Ferrules and joints 1 Set
2.3.3 Hydraulic filter of each type 1 Set
2.3.4 Hose pipe of each type & size 1 Set
2.3.5 N2 Accumulator 1 Set
2.3.6 Pressure transducer 1 Set
2.3.7 Valves of each type & size 1 Set
2.3.8 Pipe length (copper & steel) of each type & size 1 Set
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& Type
2.3.9 Pressure switches of each type 1 Set
2.3.10 Pressure gauges 1 Set
2.3.11 Hydraulic oil 20% of requirement
3.0 420 KV ISOLATOR
3.1 One complete pole with Earth switch, motor
operating mechanism, support Insulator,
terminal connector but excluding structure 1 Set
3.2 Support Insulators 6 Sets
3.3 Male & female contacts 3 Sets
3.4 Open/ Close contactor assembly, timers,
solenoid, key interlock etc. 1 Set
3.5 Push button switch 1 Set
3.6 Aux. Switches and limit switches of each type 1 Set
3.7 Motor housing bearing assembly 1 Set
3.8 Terminal Pads and connectors of each type 1 Set
3.9 Motor with gear assembly – each type 2 Sets
3.10 Corona shield rings 1 No.
3.11 Hinge pins 1 Set
3.12 Bearings 1 Set
3.13 Current carrying assembly 1 Set
3.14 Interlocking coil assembly with resistor 1 Set
3.15 Operating mechanism with drive motor
assembly for earth switch 1 Set
3.16 Earth blade for earth switch of each rating 1 Set
3.17 Fixed contact for earth switch of each rating 1 Set
3.18 Auxiliary contact assembly 1 Set
3.19 Set of contactors, relays, limit switch, control
switches, solenoid etc. – each type 1 Set

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4. MANDATORY SPARES FOR HVDC STATIONS

(Substation/switchyard level)

Sl No Description Quantity for Each Make &

Type
1.0 Thyristor Valve
1.1 Complete Thyristor module 1 set per Bipole/Back to
Back (BTB)
1.2 Thyristors of each type and rating 2% of total population
1.3 Surge arrestor (VH) of each type and rating 2 Sets per Bipole/BTB
1.4 Valve reactor module of each type and rating 2 Nos. per Bipole/BTB
1.5 Snubber capacitors of each type 2% of total population
1.6 Snubber resistors of each type 2% of total population
1.7 Grading capacitors of each type 2% of total population
1.8 Thyristor electronics (PCBs) of each type 2% of total population
1.9 Fiber optics with end termination for each 1 set (with longest FO
function length) per Bipole/BTB for
single tower
1.10 Insulators of each type with fitments, hardware 5 Nos. per Bipole/BTB
& accessories
1.11 Corona Shield of each type with fitments, 1 No.
hardware & accessories
1.12 Fitment hardware & accessories for 1 module 1 set per Bipole/BTB
1.13 Cooling tubes with coupling - each type 5% of Population or 2 sets,
whichever is higher
1.14 Clamps and connectors of each type 2 Sets
1.15 Gate cards/ TCU/TE 2% of total population
1.16 Spare parts for Valve based electronics 20% of population or
minimum 2 no’s
1.17 Assembly accessories for surge arrestors of each 1 set per Bipole/BTB
type and rating
1.18 Arrestor counter of each type 1 set per Bipole/BTB
1.19 DC voltage divider 1 set per Bipole/BTB
1.20 Valve Hall ground switch 1 set per Bipole/BTB
1.21 Valve module lifting device including service 1 set per Bipole/BTB
platform with fitment & accessories
1.22 Thyristor test unit with accessories 2 Sets

1.23 Set of tools to change Thyristors with all 2 Sets

fitments and accessories

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Sl No Description Quantity for Each Make &

Type
1.24 Mobile work platform/ scissor lift with all 2 Set
fitments, hardware and accessories
1.25 Equipment for replacement of Thyristor module 2 set
1.26 set of spares for Valve Hall maintenance 2 Sets
equipment
1.27 Optical loss measuring kit with relevant 1 Set
accessories
2.0 Converter transformer
2.1 Converter Transformer-1Ph with fitments, 1 No. of each make and
hardware, accessories & oil complete in all type for existing stations
respect
2 Nos. of each make and
type for new stations
2.2 Spare Oil 20 % of Qty of oil in
largest unit
2.3 Bushing of each type & rating with metal parts 1 No. per Bipole/BTB
& gaskets
2.4 Terminal clamps & connectors, hardware of 2 Sets
each type
2.5 Oil cooler pump with motor 3 Nos.
2.6 Pressure relief Device 2 Nos. per Bipole/BTB
2.7 Buchholz Relay (Main Tank) complete with 2 Nos. per Bipole/BTB
contacts
2.8 Oil Surge Relay for OLTC 2 Nos.
2.9 Breather assembly for conservator and OLTC 1complete set for one
transformer
2.10 Local winding temperature indicator with 2 Nos.
contact and Sensor
2.11 Remote winding temperature indicator with 2 Nos.
sensing device &
matching unit
2.12 Oil temperature indicator with contacts and 2 Nos.
Sensor
2.13 Magnetic oil level gauge with float rod 2 Nos.
2.14 Cooler fan with motor 4 Nos. per Bipole/BTB
2.15 Set of valves (each type & Size) 2 Nos. per Bipole/BTB
2.16 Fuses & indicating bulbs (for complete 1 Set per Bipole/BTB
replacement for one transformer)
2.17 Starters, contactors, switches, MCBs, Timers & 10% of Population
relays of each type for Electrical control cabinets
2.18 Remote Tap Position Indicator 1 No. Per Bipole/BTB
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Sl No Description Quantity for Each Make &

Type
2.19 Oil Flow Indicator with flow Switch 2 Sets per Bipole/BTB
2.20 Motor Operating Mechanism assembly for 1 No.per Bipole/BTB
OLTC with all fitments,
hardware and accessories
2.21 Diverter switch 1 No.per Bipole/BTB
2.22 Oil filter Unit (as applicable for OLTC) 1 Set for each converter
Transformer
2.23 Gaskets 1 No. per Bipole/BTB
2.24 Tap changer serviceable parts 1 No. per Bipole/BTB
2.25 Tap changer set of contacts 1 No. per Bipole/BTB
2.26 Tubes, Fittings for assembly 1 No. per Bipole/BTB
2.27 Cooling System Rack (Radiator) 1 No. per Bipole/BTB
2.28 Turret for bushings of each type & rating 1 No. per Bipole/BTB
2.29 Bushing draw rod with copper block 1 No.
2.30 Set of internal corona rings 1 No. per Bipole
2.31 SF6 gas for bushing 2 bottles of 40 kg.
2.32 SF6 gas connection pipe of each type complete 2 Sets
with connection
hard-wares couplings
2.33 Air cell 2 Nos.
2.34 Corona Shield of each type 1 No.
2.35 Terminal block for control cubicle 20 Nos. per Bipole/BTB
2.36 Oil tank with sufficient capacity to drain oil of 1 Set
one complete unit with maximum capacity
2.37 Hydraulic lifting jack complete with accessories 1 Set per Bipole/BTB
2.38 Set of handling equipment like 4 sheave pullies, 1 Set per Bipole/BTB
sling etc. complete
set as per requirement
2.39 Movement trolley 1 Set per Bipole/BTB
2.40 Trolley wheels 10% of population
2.41 Special tools for OLTC 1 Set
3.0 Smoothing Reactor (Not applicable to BTB)
3.1 DC smoothing Reactor (air core) complete with 1 Set per Bipole
fitments, hardware & accessories
3.2 DC smoothing Reactor (oil filled) complete with 1 Set
fitments, hardware & accessories
3.3 Bushings for line & valve side of each type with 1 Set
all fitment hardware
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Sl No Description Quantity for Each Make &

Type
3.4 Local and remote WTI with contacts and 1 No.
sensing device
3.5 OTI with contacts and sensing device 1 No.
3.6 Magnetic Oil level gauge 1 No.
3.7 Pressure relief device 1 No.
3.8 Buchholz relay complete 1 No.
3.9 Breather assembly 1 No.
3.10 Set of valves of each type & Size 1 No.
3.11 Rubber cell & float for conservator 1 No.
3.12 Insulators of each type 4 Sets
4.0 DC Filter equipment(Not applicable to BTB)
4.1 Filter bank Capacitor units of each type with 2% of Population
fitment, hardware & accessories
4.2 Filter Bank Reactor unit of each type with 2 Sets
fitment, hardware & accessories
4.3 Filter bank resistor unit of each type with 2 Sets
fitment, hardware & accessories
4.4 Insulators of each type with fitments, hardware 6 Sets
& accessories
4.5 Clamps, connectors and assembly accessories of 2 Set
each type
4.6 DC Filter CTs each type 1 Set per Bipole
4.7 DC Neutral surge capacitor 5 Nos.
4.8 Surge arrestor of each type and rating with 1 Set per Bipole
fitment, hardware & accessories and surge
counter etc.
4.9 Assembly accessories for each type of surge 1 Set
arrestors
4.10 Set of special tools for Maintenance & 1 Set
replacement of Capacitor units
5.0 DC Voltage Divider of each type along with 1 Set per Bipole
electronic unit with fitment, hardware &
accessories
6.0 DC SWITCHYARD EQUIPMENT (Not applicable to BTB)
6.1 DC Bushings of each type 1 Set per Bipole
6.2 AC wall bushings 2 sets
(Applicable for Balia-Bhiwadi HVDC Link)
6.3 Dis-connectors of each type with base unit and 1 Set per Bipole
accessories*
6.4 Set of clamps, connectors, hardware and 2 Sets
insulators of each type & rating*
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Sl No Description Quantity for Each Make &

Type
6.5 Drive mechanism for Dis-connectors 2 Nos.
6.6 Filter switching contacts for Dis-connectors 1 Set per Bipole
6.7 Fitment, hardware & accessories for each type of 1 Set per Bipole
Dis-connector
6.8 Grounding switches of each type* 1 Set per Bipole
6.9 Auxiliary contacts for ground switches 1 Set per Bipole
6.10 Drive mechanism for Grounding switches of 2 Sets per Bipole
each type
6.11 Relay, contactors and limit switches of each 2 Sets per Bipole
type for Grounding switches
6.12 Grounding Switch main contacts of each type 2 Sets per Bipole
6.13 Contacts for indoor grounding switches 2 Sets per Bipole
6.14 Main contacts of indoor grounding switches 2 Sets per Bipole
6.15 DC High Speed Switches/ DC Neutral switch 1 Set per Bipole
(including commutating circuit) of each type
and rating
6.16 Set of spares for DC High speed switches/ DC 1 Set per Bipole
Neutral switch (including commutating circuit)
7.0 AC Filter equipment
7.1 Capacitor unit of each type with fitment, 2 % of total population
Hardware and accessories, terminal connection (Min-10 Nos. & Max-15
leads & connectors Nos.)
7.2 Reactor unit of each type with hardware 2 Sets
clamp, connectors & accessories
7.3 Resistor unit of each type with fitment, 2 Sets
hardware and accessories
7.4 Insulators of each type with hardware 2 Sets
clamp, connectors &
accessories
7.5 Filter CT of each type and ratio 2 Nos. for population upto
10
3 Nos. for population more
than 10
7.6 Filter CVT of each type and ratio 1 No. for population upto
10
2 Nos. for population more
than 10
7.7 Filter Arrestors of each type with fitments, 2 sets
hardware & accessories
7.8 Capacitor fuses with barrel (where ever 10% of population
applicable)

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Sl No Description Quantity for Each Make &

Type
7.9 Surge Arrester with base, counter, fitment 2 Sets of each type
hardware & accessories
8.0 PLC Filter Equipment
8.1 Capacitor units for each type fitments hardware 2 Sets of each type of
& accessories capacitor per Bipole/BTB
8.3 Reactor unit of each type Fitments, hardware & 2 Sets per Bipole/BTB
accessories
8.4 Tuning Device- each type 2 Sets per Bipole/BTB
9.0 Valve cooling Equipment
9.1 Raw water pump & Motor 1 set per Pole/Block
9.2 Fine water pump & Motor 1 set per Pole/Block
9.3 De-ionising resin for one complete replacement 1 set per Pole/Block
9.4 Non-return Valve-each type & size 1 set/pole
9.5 Make up pump & motor 1 Set per Bipole/BTB
9.6 Fine filter with fitment, hardware and 5 Sets per Bipole/BTB
accessories
9.7 Coarse filter with fitment, hardware and 5 Sets per Bipole/BTB
accessories
9.8 De-oxynising resin for one complete 1 Set
replacement
9.9 Cooling fan with drive motor, fittings and 10% of population or 5
accessories Nos., whichever is higher
9.10 Biodides 1 lot
9.11 Modules for each type and function of Valve 1 Set
cooling system
9.12 Set of valve hall ventilation control devices and 1 Set
modules
9.13 Motor operated Valve of each type 10% of population or 2
Nos. per Bipole,
whichever is higher *
9.14 Pump shaft seal of each type of pump 2 Sets per Bipole/BTB
9.15 Rings & Gaskets of each type 1 Set per Bipole/BTB
9.16 Contactors/ starters, relays, timers, solenoids, 10% of population
fuses, switches, MCBs of each type & rating
9.17 PLC with configuration software & manual 1 Set per Bipole/BTB
9.18 Flow meter/ sensor of each type 2 sets
9.19 Pressure gauge of each type 2 sets
9.20 Temperature sensors of each type 2 Sets
9.21 Conductivity sensors 2 Sets per Bipole/BTB
9.22 Indicating instruments of each type 2 sets

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Sl No Description Quantity for Each Make &

Type
9.23 Valve of each type and size 2 Sets
9.24 Couplings of various sizes & types 2 Sets
9.25 Clamps and fixing material 2 Sets
9.26 Heat exchanger fan with motor 1 Set
9.27 Chemical Dosing System pump assembly 1 No.
9.28 Pressure transducer of each type 2 Nos. per Bipole/BTB
9.29 Solenoid valves of each size & type 2 Nos.
9.30 Float valve assembly of each type 2 Nos.
9.31 Spray nozzles & Grommets 10 % of population
9.32 Level Switches & Level transducer of each type 2 Sets per Bipole/BTB
9.33 Gas pressure regulators of each type 2 Nos.
9.34 Raw Water Skid Pump 1 No.
9.35 Control Transformer of each type 2 Nos.
9.36 Air Pump of each type 1 No.
9.37 Trip amplifier of each type 1 No.
9.38 Set of spares for Cooling Tower 1 Sets
9.39 Power supply module 2 Nos.
9.40 Heaters 1 No.
10 HVDC Current Measuring Equipment
10.1 HVDC Current Measuring Device Shunt 1 No. per Bipole/BTB
Resistor/Optical CT
10.2 Associated Insulator for outdoor application 1 No. per Bipole/BTB
with accessories for each type of measuring
device
10.3 ZERO FLUX CT as applicable 1 No. per Bipole/BTB

10.4 ZFCT Electronics as applicable 1 No. per Bipole/BTB

10.5 Surge arrestor with base unit and counter & 1 No. per Bipole/BTB
accessories of each type for filter bus.
10.6 Reactor/ Line/ Transformer Surge Arrestor 1 No. per Bipole/BTB
11.0 Control, Protection and Annunciation
Equipment spares
11.1 Main & Auxiliary relays of each type used for 10% of population or
Protection, Control, Supervision and Contact minimum 2 Nos.
multiplication
11.2 DC Line Fault Locator spares 1 Set
11.3 Interconnecting cable with connector of each 1 No. per Bipole
type & function
11.4 Set of Protective Relay/ Set of modules of each 20% of population or
type for Converter Protection, Converter minimum 2 Nos.
Transformer Protection, AC Filter Protection,
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Sl No Description Quantity for Each Make &

Type
DC Yard Protection, DC Filter Protection, DC
Line Protection and Electrode line Protection.
11.5 Work Station Spare Parts 1 Set
11.6 HMI complete workstation with necessary 1 Set
software
11.7 Server Hardware & Software (if applicable) 1 Set
11.8 Hard disk of each type 1 Set
11.9 Cards, Relays and contactors for C&P panels or 20% of population
any other items for HVDC Operation (Including
Event Logger/PLC)
11.10 Set of Modules of each type and function for 20% of population
Control, Protection, Communication, (In case of ABB system,
Annunciation, Alarm, SCADA & Monitoring MACH computers (Module)
including power supply module minimum 1no.per pole/block
(Including modules for Mini simulator/valve or 20% of population
test equipment/valve control test whichever is higher)
equipment/RCI etc)
11.11 Cards/module for Transient Fault Recorder/ 1 set
Disturbance Recorder including software
(Wherever applicable)
11.12 LAN Switch each type 2 Nos.
11.13 GPS Time display unit 1 Set
11.14 GPS receiver card & antenna 1 Set
11.15 Printer of each type along with cartridges 2 Sets
11.16 DAT for Work Station 5 Nos.
11.17 Monitor- each type 1 No.
11.18 General control and protection hardware spares 1 lot
11.19 Thermostat 1 No.
11.20 Panel space heater 1 No.
12.0 Spares for Mimic board/VPS
12.1 Titles 1 Set
12.2 Display unit accessories 1 Set
12.3 Panel mounted digital/ analog meters of each 10% of population or
type minimum 2 Nos.
12.4 Semaphore 5% of Population
12.5 Push buttons & control switches 5% of Population
13.0 Communication Equipment for each terminal & Repeater station
13.1 Set of spare cards for carrier equipment -each 1 Set
type
13.2 Set of cards for Protection coupler-each type 1 Set

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Sl No Description Quantity for Each Make &

Type
13.3 Set of cards for Data & speech channel 1 Set
13.4 Co-axial cable of single longest length with 1 lot
termination accessories
13.5 Coupling device and other outdoor equipment 1 lot
14 VESDA
14.1 VESDA module 2 Nos.
14.2 VESDA PSU 2 Nos.
14.3 Filters 1 Complete Set, required
for one pole
15.0 UPS/UMD each type 1 No.
15.1 Thyristors/IGBT 1 No. of each type
15.2 Bridge 1 No.
15.3 Control, alarm and interface Cards 1 No. of each type
15.4 DC/DC converter 1 No.
15.5 Contactor Assembly 1 No. of each type
15.5 Servo Amplifier with brush set 1 No.
15.6 Cooling Fan 1 No. of each type
15.7 MCBs 1 No. of each type
15.8 Fuses 1 No. of each type
15.9 Battery for UPS/UMD 10 Nos. for population
(with 1 No unit cell charger) more than or equal to 100
5 Nos. for population less
than 100
15.10 Terminal connector with bolt & Nuts 10 Nos. (Each type)

16.0 765/420/ 245/ 145 KV/ 66kV SF6 CIRCUIT BREAKER

16.1 Complete Pole for each type of CB including 2 Sets
operating mechanism, Control cabinet and all
accessories but excluding support structure
16.2 Grading Capacitor 3 Nos.
16.2 A set of SF6 pipe with tube mounting 1 Set
16.3 Rubber gaskets, Ó rings and seals of each type 1 Set
16.4 Trip coil assembly with resistor 10% of population (min 3
Nos. & max 10 Nos.)
16.5 Closing coil assembly with resistor 10% of population (min 3
Nos. & max 10 Nos.)
16.6 Terminal Pads and connectors of each type 2 Sets
16.7 Molecular Filter 2 Sets
16.8 SF6 Density/ pressure monitoring systems 2 Sets
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Sl No Description Quantity for Each Make &

Type
16.9 Corona rings 1 Set
16.10 Relays, Power contactor, switch fuse units, limit 1 Set
switches of each type and rating
16.11 Push buttons, timers & MCB of each type 1 Set
16.12 Pressure switches 1 Set
16.13 Pressure Gauge and coupling 1 Set
16.14 Auxiliary switch assembly 1 Set
16.15 Operation Counter 1 Set
16.16 Control unit 1 Set
16.17 SF6 gas 20% of the requirement
16.18 Hydraulic Operating Mechanism (If applicable)
16.18.1 Hydraulic operating mechanism with drive 2 Sets
motor
16.18.2 Ferrules and joint 1 Set
16.18.3 Hydraulic filter 3 Sets
16.18.4 High pressure hose with mountings 1 Set
16.18.5 Low pressure Hose with mounting 1 Set
16.18.6 N2 Accumulator 2 Nos.
16.18.7 Pressure transducer 1 No.
16.18.8 Valve of each type 1 Set
16.18.9 Pipe length (Copper & steel) 1 Set
16.18.10 Pressure switches 1 Set
16.18.11 Pressure gauges 1 Set
16.18.12 Hydraulic oil 15% of quantity in use
16.18.13 `O' rings, gaskets and seals 1 Set
16.19 Spring operated mechanism
16.19.1 Closing dash pot 1 Set
16.19.2 Opening dash pot 1 Set
16.19.3 Opening catch gear 1 Set
16.19.4 Closing catch gear 1 Set
16.19.5 Complete spring operating mechanism 1 Set
16.19.6 Spring charging motor 1 No.
17 420 KV ISOLATORS
17.1 Complete one isolator (3 Ph) of each type with 1 No.
support Insulator, motor operating mechanism
(MOM) and Terminal connector excluding
support structure
17.2 Support Insulators 6 Nos.
17.3 Copper contact fingers for male and female 3 Sets
contacts
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Sl No Description Quantity for Each Make &

Type
17.4 Open / Close contactor assembly, timers, key 1 Set
interlock
17.5 Push button switch 1 Set
17.6 Limit switch and aux. Switches of each type 1 Set
17.7 Motor housing bearing assembly 1 No.
17.8 Terminals Pads and connectors of each type 2 Sets
17.9 Motor with gear assembly and bevel gear 2 Nos.
assembly of each type
17.10 Corona shield rings 3 Nos.
17.11 Hinge pins 3 Nos.
17.12 Bearings 1 Set
17.13 Isolator Arms with finger contacts and 1 No.
current carrying assembly
17.14 Interlocking coil assembly with resistor 5 Nos.
17.15 Operating mechanism with drive motor 1 Set
assembly for earth switch
17.16 Earth blade for earth switch of each rating 1 Set
17.17 Fixed contact for earth switch of each rating 1 Set
17.18 Auxiliary contact assembly 1 Set
17.19 Set of contactors, relay, limit switch, control 1 Set
switches, solenoid etc.
17.20 Single earth switch complete used in Filter 1 Set
earthing
18 CURRENT TRANSFORMER
18.1 Complete CT with Terminal connector & 2 Nos. of each rating (Not
stool structure make) for Population up to
20 Nos.
3 Nos. of each rating (Not
make) for Population up to
20 Nos.
18.2 Primary Terminal Bushing 2 sets
19 VOLTAGE TRANSFORMER
19.1 Complete CVT with Terminal connectors & 2 Nos. of each rating (Not
stool structure make) for Population up to
20 Nos.
3 Nos. of each rating (Not
make) for Population up to
20 Nos.
20 SURGE ARRESTOR
20.1 Complete LA with insulating base and Terminal 2 Nos. of each rating (Not
connector & stool structure make) for Population up to
10 Nos.

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Sl No Description Quantity for Each Make &

Type
3 Nos. of each rating (Not
make) for Population up to
10 Nos.
20.2 Surge counter/monitor 5 Nos.
21 AC Bus Post Insulators of each Voltage rating 3 Sets
22 Cable system
22.1 Cables used in inter & intra panel wiring in 2 sets
Control & Protection cubicles such as ribon
cables-each type & size
22.2 Optical fiber Cables used in inter panel wiring in 2 sets
Control room in such as ribon cables-each type &
size with termination
22.3 Optical Cable termination tool & with loss 2 sets
measurement kit
22.4 Cables used in SCADA system- each type of inter 2 sets
connection between server, HMI, LAN, GPS,
Data switches, printers
22.5 Cable of each type for connecting Laptop to 2 sets
diagnostic ports of various Panels including
control & Protection, Valve cooling system etc.
etc.

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5. MANDATORY SPARES FOR STATCOM (Substation/switchyard

level)

Sl No Description Quantity for Each Make &

Type
1 STATCOM Valve based on
Semiconductor based Power module
1.1 STATCOM Valve based on Semiconductor 10% of each type subject to
based Power module of each rating and type minimum 10 Nos.
1.2 Gate control units of each type & rating 5 sets
1.3 Optical fiber signal cable to the power 1 No. of each length and
module type
1.4 Insulators of each type and rating 5 Nos. of each type
1.5 Gaskets 1 lot
1.6 Epoxy bolts/nuts of each type 10% of each type
2 Spare-Modules of C&P, communication, One Set of each type and
Annunciation, SCADA, DFR, power function.
supply module
3 STATCOM Protection system relay 1 No. Protection Relay of
each type
4 400 kV bay Protection system
4.1 Protection Relay(IED)of each type 1 No.
4.2 Bay Control Unit(IED) of each type 1 No.
5 STATCOM other equipments
5.1 Arrestor across Valve module 2 Nos.
5.2 Arrestor across Valve 2 Nos.
5.3 Grounding switch contact kit 1 set
5.4 Support porcelain of each type 4 Nos.
5.5 Wall bushing of each type 1 No.
5.6 Bypass Resistor, if applicable 1 No.
5.7 Series Air core reactor 1 No. of each type & rating
5.8 Control cards, fuses, Semiconductor 1set
modules, etc. for UPS
6 Coupling Transformer
6.1 420kV bushing with metal parts and 1 No.
Gaskets
6.2 MV bushing with metal parts and gaskets 1 No.
6.3 Winding temp. indicator with contacts 1 No.
6.4 Oil temp. indicator with contacts 1 No.
6.5 Pressure relief device/safety valve 1 No.
6.6 Magnetic oil level gauge 1 No.
6.7 Bucholz relay 1 No.
6.8 Set of gaskets Complete replacement for 1
transformer
6.9 Set of valves 1 Set
6.10 Set of pressure gauges 1 Set
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Sl No Description Quantity for Each Make &

Type
6.11 Set of pressure switches 1 Set
6.12 Set of hydraulic jacks suitable for lifting 1 Set
coupling transformer.
6.13 Nitrogen sealing equipment 1 Set
6.14 Set of magnetic contactor, switches, fuses 1 set
relays for electric control panel
6.15 Insulating Oil 20 % of total oil quantity of
one complete 3 phase bank
of Coupling Transformer
7 Filter Bank, If applicable
7.1 Capacitor cans 10% of Each type and rating
subject to minimum 5 units
7.2 Resistor Element (if applicable) 10 elements of each type
and rating
7.3 Reactors 1 Nos. of each type and
rating
7.4 Arrestor 1 Nos. of each type and
rating
7.5 Support Insulator 5 Nos. of each type and
rating
8 MSC Bank
8.1 Capacitor cans 10% of each type and rating
subject to minimum 10
units
8.2 Series Reactor (Air Core) 1 Nos. of each type and
rating
8.3 Support Insulator 5 Nos. of each type and
rating
9 MV AC System :
9.1 CT's one phase of each type and rating 1 No. of each type and
rating
9.2 Surge arrestor 1 No. of each type and
rating
9.3 Voltage transformers (single phase) 1 No. of each type and
rating
9.4 Contact kit for grounding switch 1 No. of each type and
rating
9.5 Set of contact fingers for isolators for 3ph 1 No. of each type and
rating
9.6 Complete 3 phase isolator with operating 1 No. of each type and
mechansim rating
9.7 Set of Insulator for MV Isolator Complete replacement for
two isolator (3 ph)

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Sl No Description Quantity for Each Make &

Type
9.8 Set of relays, power contactors & switch Complete replacement for
fuses for electrical Control ckt. two isolator (3 ph)
9.9 Rotary bearing for isolator Complete replacement for
two isolator (3 ph)
9.10 MV Bus support insulators 10 Nos.of each type and
rating
9.11 Surge Capacitor 2 Nos.
9.12 One set of Spares consisting of following
items for MV Circuit Breaker of each type
9.13 One complete Pole of CB including 1 No.
Interrupter, pole column, with operating
mechanism and MB but without support
structure.
9.14 Rubber gaskets, 0 rings and seals (complete 1 No.
replacement for one breaker)
9.15 Trip coil with resistor 2No.
9.16 Closing coils with resistor 1 Sets
9.17 Molecular filter for SF6 Circuit for 1 Pole of 2 No.
CB( If applicable)
9.18 Terminal pads and connectors 2 No.
9.19 Relays, power contactors, switch-fuse units, 1 Sets
limit switches, push buttons, timers and
MCBs etc as applicable
9.20 Pressure switches, if applicable 1 Sets
9.21 Auxiliary Switch Assembly 1 Sets
9.22 Controlled switching device 1 No.
10 Valve Cooling System :
10.1 Fine Water Pump complete with Motor 1 set of each type
10.2 Resin For one complete
replacement
10.3 Pump with motor except covered under 1 No., of each type and
serial No. a above rating
10.3.1 Flex Pipes for complete replacement 1 Set
10.3.2 Gaskets and "0" Ring of each type 1 Set
10.3.3 Fan - unit of Water to air heat exchanger 2 No.
10.3.4 Set of Contactor, MCB, fuses, PLC/Control 1 No. of each type & rating
Card
11 Fire Protection System
11.1 Quartzoid bulb detectors 10 % of population
11.2 Projectors (Merxles) 10 % of population
11.3 Smoke detectors (if applicable) 10 % of population
11.3.1 Heat detectors 10 % of population
11.3.2 Deluge valve 1 set
11.3.3 Isolation valves (each size each type) 1 set
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Sl No Description Quantity for Each Make &

Type
11.3.3 Electrical control panel - Annunciation 1 set
printed circuits Boards (For solid state
annunciation) in the control panel
11.3.4 Strainer 1 set
11.3.4 Pressure gauge , 1 No.
12 220V Batteries
12.1 Spare battery cell (of each type) 5 Nos.
12.2 Terminal connectors with Bolts & Nuts 10 Nos. (each type)
13 220V Battery Chargers
13.1 Set of Control Cards 1 set
13.2 Set of relays 1 set
13.3 Rectifier transformer 1 No.
13.4 Control transformer 1 No.
13.5 Series inductor 1 No.
13.6 Set of contactor 1 set
13.7 Micro 1 set
13.8 Filter Capacitors 1 set
13.9 Thyristor/ Diode 1 set

13.10 Set of switches 1 set

13.11 Set of wound resistors 1 set
13.12 Potentiometers 1 No.
13.13 Fuses of Thyristor with indicators 6 sets
14 DG SETS :
14.1 Set of filters (Lube oil/ fuel/ Air ckt) 1 set
14.2 Solenoid coil assembly 1 No.
14.3 Self starter assembly 1 No.
14.4 Lub. oil pressure safety control 1 No.
14.5 High water temperature safety control 1 No.
14.6 AVR (Auto Voltage Regulator)/ AVR card 1 set
15 LT Switchgear
15.1 Air circuit breaker 1 No. of each type and
rating
15.2 Tripping coil for Air circuit breaker 1 No. of each type and
rating
15.3 Closing coil for Air circuit breaker 1 No. of each type and
rating
15.4 Current transformer of each rating and class 1 No.
15.5 Relay & contactors of each type and rating 2 Nos.
15.6 Circuit breaker control switches 2 Nos.
15.7 Potential transformer of each type and 1 No.
rating
15.8 LT switches of each type & rating 1 No.
15.9 MCBs of each type and rating 1 No.
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Sl No Description Quantity for Each Make &

Type
15.10 Switch fuse units of each type and rating 1 No.
15.11 Fuses 100%
15.12 Lamps 100%
15.13 Set of Cards/Module for Voltage Stabilizer. 1 set
16 AIR CONDITIONING & VENTILATION SYSTEM
16.1 AC Unit of each type and rating 1 No.
16.2 Ventilation system motor 1 No. of each type
17 UPS
17.1 Set of Control Cards 1 set
17.2 Set of fuses & Switches 1 set
17.3 Spare Battery cell 2 Nos.
18 MSR bank
18.1 Air core Reactor Coil 1 No. of each type and
rating
18.2 Support insulators 5 Nos. of each type
18.3 Clamps and connectors 2 Nos. of each type and
rating
18.4 400 kV IVT 1-phase with Terminal 1 No.
connector
19 420 kV SF6 Circuit Breaker (Without CR)
19.1 One complete Pole of CB (each type) 1 No.
including Grading Capacitor, Interrupter,
pole column, with operating mechanism
and MB but without support structure.
19.2 Grading capacitors(if applicable) 1 set
19.3 Rubber gaskets, 0 rings and seals for SF6 1 No.
-

gas(complete replacement for one breaker)

19.4 Trip coils with resistor 2 Nos.
19.5 Closing coils with resistor 1 set
19.6 Molecular filter for SF6 Circuit-for 1 Pole of 2 Nos.
CB
19.7 Terminal pads and connectors 2 Nos.
20 400kV CT (1 Ph with terminal connector) 1 set
21 400kV Isolators 1 set
21.1 Complete one isolator(3 Ph) of each type 1 No.
with support Insulator, motor operating
mechanism and Terminal connector
excluding support structure
21.2 Support Insulators 6 Nos.
21.3 Copper contact fingers for male and female 3 Sets
contacts
21.4 Open / Close contactor assembly, timers, 1 Set
key interlock
21.5 Push button switch 1 Set
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Sl No Description Quantity for Each Make &

Type
21.6 Limit switch and aux. Switches of each type 1 Set
21.7 Motor housing bearing assembly 1 No.
21.8 Terminals Pads and connectors of each type 1 Set
21.9 Motor with gear assembly and bevel gear 1 Set
assembly of each type
21.10 Corona shield rings 1 Set
21.11 Hinge pins 1 Set
21.12 Bearings 1 Set
21.13 Isolator Arms with finger contacts and 1 Set
current carrying assembly
21.14 Interlocking coil assembly with resistor 1 Set
21.15 Operating mechanism with drive motor 1 Set
assembly for earth switch
21.16 Earth blade for earth switch of each rating 1 Set
21.17 Fixed contact for earth switch of each rating 1 Set
21.18 Auxiliary contact assembly 1 Set
21.19 Set of contactors, relay, limit switch, control 1 Set
switches, solenoid etc.
21.20 Single earth switch complete used in Filter 1 Set
earthing

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6. MANDATORY SPARES FOR SUB-STATION AUTOMATION

SYSTEM (Substation/switchyard level)

S.No Description Quantity of Each make and Type

Substation

1 SAS server PC, Gateway -

PC/Standalone Gateway along with
software of each type
2 SMPS used for Master station, HMI, -
Printer server (each type)
3 Fan assembly used for Master station, 1 Set
HMI, Printer server (each type)
4 Bay control unit of each type with 2 Sets
configuration software
5 Auxiliary relays used in bay control 10% of population
unit for control applications
6 F O patch card of each type 5 sets
7 OFC cable 500 meter
9 Optical loss measuring kit with relevant 1 Set
accessories and visual Fiber Optic cable
inspection aid for optical fibre cable
10 Industrial Ethernet switch of each type 1 set

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7. MANDATORY SPARES FOR STATIC VAR COMPENSATOR (SVC)

(Substation/switchyard level)

S.No. Description Quantity of Each make

and Type
1 Thyristor Valve
1. 1 Thyristor module of each type complete 1 No.
with all accessories
1.2 Reactor module 1 No.
1.3 Thyristor of each rating and type 10% of each type
subject to minimum 10
Nos.
1.4 Gate control units of each type & rating 10% of each type
subject to minimum 10
Nos.
1.5 Capacitors of each type and rating 10% of each type subject
to minimum 10 Nos.

1.6 Resistor of each type and rating 10% of each type

subject to minimum
10 Nos.
1.7 Firing signal system to the module 1 No. firing control card of
each type
1.8 Insulators of each type and rating 1 No.
of each type
1.9 Gaskets 1 lot
1.10 Epoxy bolts/nuts of each type 10% of each type
1.11 Thyristor module testing kit 1 set
2 Control & protection system Spares 20% of total population
including Disturbance Recorder, with min. 2 sets
annunciation system etc.
3 Valve Hall Equipment
3.1 Arrestor across Valve 2 Nos.
3.2 Arrestor across 6 pulse group 2 Nos.
3.3 Grounding switch contact kit 1 set
3.4 Support porcelain of each type 4 Nos. of each type

3.5 Wall bushing of each type 1 No. of each type

3.6 Voltage transducer 1 set
4 Coupling Transformer
4.1 420 kV bushing with metal parts and Gaskets 1 No.

4.2 LV bushing with metal parts and gaskets 1 No.

4.3 Winding temp. indicator with contacts 1 No.
4.4 Oil temp. indicator with contacts 1 No.
4.5 Pressure relief device/safety valve 1 No.
4.6 Magnetic oil level gauge 1 No.
4.7 Buchholz relay 1 No.

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S.No. Description Quantity of Each

make and Type
4.8 Set of gaskets Complete
replacement for 1
transformer
4.9 Set of valves 1 Set
4.10 Set of pressure gauges 1 Set
4 .11 Set of pressure switches 1 Set
4.12 Set of hydraulic jacks suitable for lifting 1 Set
coupling transformer
4.13 Nitrogen sealing equipment 1 Set
4.14 Set of magnetic contactor, switches, fuses relays for one number of each
electric control panel size and type
4.15 Surge Capacitor 1 No.
4.16 Surge arrestor 1 set
5 Filter Bank
5.1 Capacitor cans 10% of Each type and
rating subject to
minimum 5 units
5.2 Resistor Element 10 elements of each
type and rating
5.3 Reactors 1 No. of each
type and rating
5.4 Arrestor 1 Nos. of each type
and rating
5.5 Support Insulator 1 Nos. of each type
and rating
6 Capacitor Bank
6.1 Capacitor cans 10% of each type and
rating subject to
minimum 10 units

6.2 Series Reactor 1 Nos. of each type

and rating
6.3 Support Insulator 1 Nos. of each type
and rating
6.4 Capacitor connector 10% of total
population
7 MV AC System
7.1 CT’s one phase of each type and rating 1 No. of each type
and rating
7.2 Surge arrestor 1 No. of each type
and rating

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S.No. Description Quantity of Each

make and Type
7.3 Voltage transformer 1 No. of each type
and rating
7.4 Contact kit for grounding switch 1 No. of each type
and rating
7.5 Set of contact fingers for isolators for 3 phase 1 No. of each type
and rating
7.6 Complete 3 phase isolator with operating mechanism 1 No. of
each type and rating

7.7 Set of relays, power contactors & switch fuses for Complete
electrical Control ckt. replacement for one
isolator (3 ph)
7.8 Rotary bearing for isolator Complete
replacement for one
isolator (3 ph)
8 Cooling Water System :
8.1 Fine Water Pump complete with Motor 1 set

8.2 Resin For complete

replacement
8.3 Pump with motor except covered under serial No. 8.1 1 No. of each type
above and rating
8.4 Flex Pipes for complete replacement 1 Set
8.5 Gaskets and “O” Ring of each type 1 Set
8.6 Set of relays, power contactors& switch 10% of total
fuses for valve cooling panel population
8.7 UPS battery cell for Valve cooling system 10% of total
population

8.8 Set of Sensors, Flow Meters, Conductivity meter etc. 2 Set

9 Cooling Tower If Applicable

Spares for flexible Shaft

9.1 Rubber Bush 1 set

9.2 Rubber Washer 1 set

9.3 Rubber Disk 1 set

9.4 Drive Pin 1 set

10 Fire Protection System

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S.No. Description Quantity of Each

make and Type

10.1 Quartzoid bulb detectors 10 % of population

10.2 Projectors (Merxles) 10 % of population
10.3 Smoke detectors (if applicable) 10 % of population

10.4 Heat detectors 10 % of population

10.5 Deluge valve 1 set

10.6 Isolation valves (each size each type) 1 set

10.7 Electrical control panel - Annunciation printed circuits 1 set

Boards (For solid state annunciation) in the control
panel
10.8 Strainer 1 set

10.9 Pressure gauge 1 No.

11 220V Batteries

11.1 Spare battery cell (of each type) 5 Nos.

11.2 Terminal connectors with Bolts & Nuts 10 Nos. (each type)

12 220V Battery Chargers

12.1 Set of Control Cards 1

12.2 Set of relays 1 set

12.3 Rectifier transformer 1 No.

12.4 Control transformer 1 No.

12.5 Series inductor 1 No.

12.6 Set of contactor 1 set

12.7 Micro switches 1 set

12.8 Filter Capacitors 1 set

12.9 Thyristor / Diode 1 set

12.10 Set of switches 1 set

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S.No. Description Quantity of Each

make and Type
12.11 Set of wound resistors 1 set

12.12 Potentiometers 1 No.

12.13 Fuses of Thyristor with indicators 6 sets

13 DG SETS :

13.1 Set of filters (Lube oil/ fuel/ Air ckt) 1 set

13.2 Solenoid coil assembly 1 No.

13.3 Self starter assembly 1 No.

13.4 Lub. oil pressure safety control 1 No.

13.5 High water temperature safety control 1 No.

13.6 AVR (Auto Voltage Regulator)/ AVR card 1 set

14 LT Switchgear

14.1 Air circuit breaker 1 No. of each type

and rating
14.2 Tripping coil for above 14.1 1 No. of each type
and rating
14.3 Closing coil for above 14.1 1 No. of each type
and rating
14.4 Current transformer of each rating and class 1 No.

14.5 Relay & contactors of each type and rating 2 Nos.

14.6 Circuit breaker control switches 2 Nos.

14.7 Potential transformer of each type and rating 1 No.

14.8 LT switches of each type & rating 1 No.

14.9 MCB’s of each type & rating 1 No.

14.10 Switch fuse units of each type and rating 1 No.

14.11 Fuses 100%

14.12 Lamps 100%

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Half-yearly reports of availability of spares as on 30th June/31st December

(A) For Substation / Switchyard For Substation / Switchyard

Sl. Equipment Rating Requisite Number Number of Number of Shortfall

No. (as per list of Spares to be spares Spares
provided in maintained as per maintained as available as
Annexure-B) these Guidelines finalized by the on date
Utility
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(B) For Transmission Lines

I. Mandatory spare towers for 66 kV upto 400 kV voltage level transmission lines

S. No. Type of tower Wind zone Voltage level Available Quantity of Extensions for towers
Available
(A/B/C/D or Quantity of Special
DA/DB/DC/DD same / type
or multi-circuit) Standard +3 M +6 M +9 M +18 M +25 M +30 M (negative,
Design unequal
Tower etc.)

II. Mandatory spare towers for lines of 765 kV, 500 kV HVDC, 800 kV HVDC, 400 kV Quad bundle
line, Multi Circuit Towers (towers with more than two circuits) and towers of special design
having ice loading etc.:

S. No. Type of tower Wind zone Voltage level Available Quantity of Extensions for towers
with stub and Available
cleats Quantity of Special
(A/B/C/D or same / type
DA/DB/DC/DD Standard +3 M +6 M +9 M +18 M +25 M +30 M (negative,
or multi-circuit) Design unequal
Tower etc.)
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III. Transmission line material/Tower accessories/Templates:

S. Name of Material Type of tower Wind Voltage Unit Available Shortfall

No. (A/B/C/D/ zone level Quantity w.r.t.
DA/DB/DC/DD/ quantity
Multi-circuit specified in
the
guidelines
1. Stubs & cleats for Set
same / standard
design suspension
towers (A & DA)
2. Stubs & cleats for Set
same / standard
design tension
towers for each wind
zones (B & DB, C &
DC, D & DD)
3. Stubs setting Set
templates for same /
standard design
towers
4. Stubs setting Set
templates same /
standard design
towers
5. ERS suitable for Set
transmission line up
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to 400 kV twin
bundle
6. ERS suitable for 765 Set
kV/ 500 kV HVDC/
800 kV HVDC/ 400
kV Quad Bundle (in
States having such
system)
7. Galvanized steel
sections for
Nos.
replacement of
missing members
8. Anti-theft Galvanized
nut bolts & washers Nos.
of various length

Conductor/Earthwire/OPGW:
S. Material Unit Available Shortfall w.r.t.
No. Quantity quantity specified
in the guidelines
1. ACSR Moose conductor Km
2. ACSR Zebra conductor (for 220 kV lines) Km
3. ACSR Zebra conductor (for 765 kV D/C lines) Km
4. ACSR Panther conductor Km
5. ACSR Dog conductor Km
6. ACSR Bersimis conductor Km
7. ACSR Snowbird conductor Km
8. ACSR lapwing Conductor Km
9. Other special type of conductor like AAAC Km
INVAR, HTLS etc.
10. 7 X 3.66 mm GS Earth wire Km
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11. 7 X 3.15 mm GS Earth wire Km

12. 7 X 4.50 mm GS Earth wire Km

13. OPGW Km
14. Any other size/type of conductor/earthwire Km
(please specify)