GIS 132 Substation

GETCO/ E/1,2,4,6TS – GIS/R3 Feb 13
SARADAR PATEL VIDYUT BHAVAN,

RACE COURSE, BARODA – 390 007.
400 kV / 220 kV / 132 kV / 66 kV

GAS INSULATED SWITCHGEAR (GIS)
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SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDER
Please read following instructions carefully before submitting your bid.
1. All the drawings, i.e. elevation, side view, plan, cross sectional view etc.,
in AutoCAD format and manuals in PDF format, for offered item shall be
submitted. Also the hard copies as per specification shall be submitted.
2. The bidder shall submit Quality Assurance Plan with the technical bid.
3. The bidder shall have to submit all the required type test reports for the
offered item. In absence of this, the evaluation shall be carried out
accordingly as non-submission of type test reports.
4. The bidder must fill up all the points of GTP for offered item/s. Instead of
indicating “refer drawing, or as per IS/IEC”, the exact value/s must be
filled in.
5. All the points other than GTP, which are asked to confirm in technical
specifications must be submitted separately with the bid.
6. The bidder is required to impart training in view of manufacture,

assembly, erection, operation and maintenance for offered item, at
manufacturer’s works, to the person/s identified by GETCO, in the event
of an order, free of cost. The cost of logistics will be borne by GETCO.
7. Please note that the evaluation will be carried out on the strength of
content of bid only. No further correspondence will be made.
8. The bidder shall bring out all the technical deviation/s only at the
specified annexure.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR

400 kV / 220kV /132 kV /66kV GAS INSULATED SWITCHGEAR (GIS)
1.1 General
The specification covers scope of design, engineering, fabrication,

manufacturing, shop assembly, inspection and testing before supply,
transportation, delivery at destination, unloading & storage at site, site erection,
site testing, commissioning and putting in to successful operation complete
with all materials, support structures, anchoring bolts, accessories,
commissioning spares & maintenance spares, special spanners, tools &
tackles, any specific required ancillary services, SF6 Gas for first filling &
spare, etc., for efficient and trouble free operation along with for 400 kV / 220
kV / 132 kV / 66 kV metal (aluminum alloy) encapsulated SF6 gas
insulated switch-gear suitable for INDOOR / OUTDOOR installation.
The scope also covers provision of additional bays (without equipments) over
and above bays shown in SLD, with foundations & earthing arrangements so
as to install the bay module as and when required without any works pending
except the procurement of the required bay module and other related
equipments.
1.2 Design Concept, construction & performance of SF6 GIS
1.2.1 It is understood that each manufacture has its own particular SF6 GIS design
concept and it is not the purpose of this specification to impose unreasonable
restrictions. However, in the interest of safety, reliability and serviceableness,
the switch gear offered shall meet the following minimum requirements.
The station layout and equipment rating shall be based on the single line
diagram and general layout enclosed. The supplier has to work out an
optimum layout and building size based on the specific features of his product
within the constraints of overall dimensions of the plot.
All equipment, accessories and wiring shall have tropical protection, involving
special treatment of metal and insulation against fungus, insects and corrosion.
Further more, no part of the enclosure, or any loose parts may fly off the
switchgear in such an event, and no holes may burn through the enclosure
until the nearest protective relay has tripped. All grounding connections must
remain operational during and after an arc fault.
Proper grounding for mitigating over voltages during disconnector operation

shall be included.
Viewing windows shall be provided at the Disconnectors and earthing switches

to ensure that each contact position can be inspected easily from the floor
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level. Each section shall have plug-in modules or easily removable connection
pieces to allow for easy replacement of any component with the minimum of
disturbance to the remainder of the equipment.
The number of transport/shipping splits shall be minimized to keep installation

time of GIS to a minimum.
The arrangement shall afford maximum flexibility for routine maintenance.

Equipment removal and SF6 handling should be accomplished with ease.
The ease of operation shall be ensured.
In general the contours of energized metal parts of the GIS and any other
accessory shall be such as to eliminate areas or points of high electrostatic flux
concentrations. Surfaces shall be smooth with no projection or irregularities,
which may cause corona.
1.2.2 Modular Design & Future extensions
The GIS switch gear shall be of modular design offering high degree of
flexibility. Each module shall be complete with SF6 gas circuit breaker,
Disconnectors, Maintenance Grounding switches, fast Earthing switches,
voltage transformers, Current transformers, bus & elbow sections, cable end
enclosures, L.A., local control cubicle and all necessary components required
for safe & reliable operation and maintenance. All the three phases of the
busbars and associated equipments like breakers, disconnectors, instrument
transformers & earthing switches etc., as detailed in enclosed single line
diagram are to be encapsulated in a single gas filled metallic enclosure for 66
& 132 kV voltage class and phase wise separate metallic enclosures for 400 kV
class. For 220 kV class enclosure shall be single OR phase wise separate metallic
type.
The bus bars shall be sub-divided into compartments including the associated
bus bar disconnector. Bus bars are partitioned at each bay with an objective to
isolate Busbar compartment for the purpose of extension and at the same time
avoid damage to adjacent bays in the event of fault.
1.2.2.1 Materials used in the manufacture of the switchgear equipment shall be of the
type, composition and physical properties best suited to their particular
purposes and in accordance with the latest engineering practices.
1.2.2.2 The switchgear shall be of the freestanding, self-supporting dead-front design,

with all high-voltage equipment installed inside gas-insulated, metallic
grounded enclosures, and suitably sub-divided into individual arc and gas-
proof compartments.
1.2.2.3 Arc faults caused by external reasons shall be positively confined to the
originating compartment and shall not spread to other parts of the switchgear.
In case of any internal arc fault in a busbar, busbar disconnector or circuit
breaker, of double bus system, repair works must be possible without shutting
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down complete substation and at least one busbar and the undisturbed bays
must remain in operation.
Where bus Coupler / sectionaliser is specified and in case of any internal arc
fault in a busbar, busbar disconnector or sectionaliser, repair work must be
possible without shutting down the complete substation and at least one half of
the substation must remain in operation. Documents indicating sequence of
repair work steps and description of necessary restrictions during work shall be
submitted with the technical bid.
Each bay module should be equipped with suitable arrangement for easy
dismantling and refitting during maintenance without disturbing other units.
1.2.2.4 The maximum temperature in any part of the equipment at specified rating
shall not exceed the permissible limits as stipulated in the relevant standards.
1.2.2.5 There shall not be any kind of interference to the connected & nearby
equipment and system, when the equipment is operated at maximum service
voltage.
1.2.3 Maintenance and repair of a circuit breaker
The positioning of the circuit breaker in the GIS shall be such that it shall be
possible to access the circuit breaker of any feeder from the front side for
routine inspection, maintenance and repair without interfering with the
operation of the adjacent feeders.
The GIS shall be so designed that any component of the GIS can be removed
easily. With minimum flexibility in the layout arrangement it shall be possible to
remove the circuit breaker with both busbars remaining in service and it shall
be possible to remove the disconnector of the busbars, with one bus bar
remaining in service.
1.2.4 Interchangeability
As much as possible, all the parts shall be of standard manufacturer with

similar parts and assemblies being interchangeable.
1.2.5 Future Extension
The modular design of GIS switch gear shall be capable of extension in the
future on either end by the addition of extra feeders, bus couplers, bus-bars,
circuit breakers, Disconnectors, and other switch gear components without
drilling cutting, welding or dismantling any major part of the equipment. The
Vendor is required to demonstrate clearly in his submitted documents the
suitability of the switchgear design in this respect. The arrangement shall be
such that expansion of the original installation can be accomplished with
minimum GIS down time. In case of extension, the interface shall incorporate
facilities for installation and testing of extension to limit the part of the existing
GIS to be re-tested and to allow for connection to the existing GIS without
further dielectric testing.
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1.2.6 The SF6 GIS shall be of INDOOR / OUTDOOR type having degree of
protection as IP-42 and suitable for the atmosphere of the location which is
heavily polluted, windy, sandy desert & service condition indicated at 2.1.
1.2.7 The required switchgear shall be capable of being supplied in a completely

gas-insulated version in which case all switchgear components including
the bus-bars shall be of gas-insulated type.
1.3 Specification requirements
The 400 kV GIS switch-gear shall be with Double bus bar or One & half bus bar (as
indicated in SLD/BOQ of respective tender) design having phase wise separate
enclosure. The 220 kV GIS switch-gear shall be of Double bus bar design having
phase wise separate or three-phase common (single) enclosure. The 66 & 132 kV
GIS switch-gear shall be of a Double bus bar design having three-phase
common (single) enclosure concept. It shall consist of Line & transformer bays
as indicated in attached Single line Diagram and General lay out plan. This
configuration shall meet within the given area indicated in layout plan attached
with respective tender.
1.4 Current Rating
The current rating of the switchgear should be assessed on the following

requirements
1.4.1 Capable of handling power to an extent of as to an ambient day-time mean

temperature between – 5 deg C and + 50 deg C
1.4.2 a) The switchgear described in this specification is intended for continuous

duty at the specified ratings and under all system operating conditions
including sudden change of load and voltage within its ratings and at
specified ambient conditions 24 hours a day, 365 days a year unless
indicated otherwise.
1.4.2 b) The rating of the power transformer/s is given in SLD attached in respective
tender.
1.5 Electrical, Mechanical and Thermal Capability
The assembled equipment shall be capable of withstanding the electrical,

mechanical and thermal ratings of the specified system. All joints and
connections shall be required to withstand the forces of expansion, vibration,
contraction, and specified seismic requirements without deformation or
malfunction and leakage. The apparatus shall be capable of withstanding the
specified environment.
1.6 Insulation level
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The switchgear and other equipment shall be designed for a maximum

operating voltage and rated impulse withstand voltage as specified in cl. 2.3.
The switchgear may require to be installed in an unmanned distribution
network with predominantly over head interconnection or EHV cable as the
case may be. Circuit breakers shall be capable of interrupting line, transformer,
capacitor bank & cable charging currents of the magnitude indicated in the data
schedules.
1.7 Physical arrangement
1.7.1 The layout shall be properly designed by the bidder to completely

accommodate the present & future requirements of the sub station as per the
furnished single line diagram and the enclosed site plan. They may be
adjusted as necessary to suit the manufacturer’s standard design and GETCO
need.
1.7.2 The arrangement of the switchgear offered must provide adequate access for
checking and maintenance.
1.7.3 Optimized arrangements are required so as to reduce installation time,

minimize maintenance & repair cost, provide ease of operation and facilitate
future expansions.
1.8 Gas Sectionalisation
1.8.1 The switch-gear gas enclosures must be sectionlised, with gas tight barriers
between sections or compartments.
1.8.2 The sections shall be so designed as to minimize the extent of plant rendered
inoperative when gas pressure is reduced, ether by excessive leakage or for
maintenance purposes, and to minimize the quantity of gas that has to be
evacuated and then recharged before and after maintaining any item of
equipment.
1.8.3 The arrangement of gas sections or compartments shall be such that it is

possible to extend existing bus-bars without having to take out of service
another section of the bus-bar at a time.
1.8.4 For limitation of any internal arc to the concerned bay and to reduce the extent
of necessary gas works of each section of the bus-bar must be sectionalized
bay by bay.
1.8.5 Sectionalisation shall ensure that circuit breaker enclosure will not include any
other equipment in its gas compartment.
1.9 Expansion Joints and Flexible Connections
1.9.1 The layout shall sufficiently take care to the thermal expansion / contraction of
the assembly by the provision of expansion joints. Expansion joints shall be
placed in between any bay section of the bus-bar. All joint surfaces shall be
machined, and all castings shall be spot faced for all bolt heads or nuts and
washers.
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1.9.2 If necessary, the number and position of expansion joints or flexible

connections are to be determined by the manufacturer to ensure that the
complete installation will not be subject to any expansion stresses which could
lead to distortion or premature failure of any piece of the SF6 equipment,
support structures or foundations.
Bracing shall be provided for all mechanical components against the effects of
short circuit currents specified under system parameter. The design of the
equipment shall be such that the agreed permitted movement of foundations or
thermal effects does not impair the assigned performance of the equipment.
The design calculations for all the supports shall be submitted to ensure care
taken.
1.9.3 The continuity of service during thermal expansion / contraction and vibrations
shall be ensured. Expansion joints, flexible connections and adjustable
mountings shall be provided to compensate for reasonable manufacturing and
construction tolerances in the associated equipment to which the GIS may be
connected. Required sliding plug-in contacts for conductors shall be provided.
This is to ensure that unreasonably excessive accuracy is not required when
installing such equipment and constructing the associated foundations or
support structures, e.g. transformers or the interconnection of isolated sections
of switch-gear by means of long GIS bus-bar or duct installations. Flexible
joints may also be provided to allow more efficient maintenance and future
extensions of the GIS.
1.10 Barrier and Non-Barrier Insulators
1.10.1 Support insulators shall be used to maintain the conductors and enclosure in
proper relation. These support insulators may be of two types. Barrier
insulators which are employed to isolate gas compartments and non-barrier
insulators which allow the gas pressure to equalize.
1.10.2 The gas barrier insulators sealing to the conductors and the enclosure wall
shall be designed to withstand the maximum pressure difference that could
occur across the barrier, i.e. maximum operating pressure at one side while
a vacuum is drawn at the other side & in case of internal arc fault with a
safety factor of 2.
1.10.3 The support insulators and section barriers / insulators shall be

manufactured from the highest quality material. They shall be free form all
voids and the design shall be such as to reduce the electrical stresses in the
insulators to a minimum. They shall also be of sufficient strength to ensure
that the conductor spacing and clearances are maintained when short circuit
faults occurs.
1.10.4 Tests shall be carried out during the manufacture of the Switchgear to
ensure that all parts of the equipment are free of partial discharge with a
partial discharge extinction voltage which is at least 10% higher than the
rated voltage.
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1.11 Gas seals, Gas Density & pressure and other requirements.
1.11.1 Single sealing of O-ring type shall be used for sealing the connections
between the switch-gear modules. The leakage rates shall be kept to an
absolute minimum under all normal pressure, temperature, electrical load
and fault conditions. The guaranteed leakage rate of each individual gas
compartment and between compartments must be less than 0.5% p.a. for
the service life of equipment.
1.11.2 Piping and fittings for gas monitoring and gas supply shall be made of
copper or brass. The gas monitor device should be installed at each
individual compartment of the module. Each gas compartment must be
independent, external gas pipe connections should be avoided to minimize
leakage.
1.11.3 All gas compartments shall be fitted with filter material which absorbs the
residual moisture and moisture entering inside the High-voltage enclosure.
Filters in gas compartments with switching devices must also be capable to
absorb the gas decomposition products resulting from the switching arc.
1.11.4 The rated pressure of the SF6 insulating gas in the metal-clad equipment
shall be as low as is compatible with the requirements for electrical
insulation and space limitations to reduce the effects of leaks.
1.11.5 The SF6 switch-gear shall be designed for use with SF6 gas complying with
the recommendations of IEC – 60376 at the time of the first charging with
gas.
1.11.6 Connections including bolts and nuts shall be adequately protected from
corrosion and easily accessible with the proper tools.
1.11.7 All components shall be fire retardant and shall be tested in accordance with
relevant standards. Gas emissivity when the Material is heated shall be
minimal.
1.12 Gas Treatment Requirements
Under normal operating conditions it shall not be necessary to treat the

insulating SF6 gas between major overhauls. In all gas compartments
permanent efficient filters and desiccants shall be effective for the duration of
time between major overhauls. Not withstanding this, the insulators in the
circuit breaker shall be made of epoxy resin composition that will resist
decomposition products in contract with moisture.
1.13 Gas Monitoring Devices
Gas density or pressure monitoring devices shall be provided for each gas
compartment. The devices shall provide continuous and automatic
monitoring of the state of the gas. The SF6 gas monitoring device shall have
two supervision and alarm settings. These shall be set so that, an advanced
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warning can be given that the gas density/pressure is reducing to an

unacceptable level. After an urgent alarm, operative measures can be taken
to immediately isolate the particular compartment electrically by tripping
circuit breakers and opening disconnectors. It shall be ensured that there is
no chance of the gas liquefying at the lowest ambient temperature.
The gas monitoring device shall monitor at least the following, locally and on
remote.
i) "Gas Refill" Level- This will be used to annunciate the need for gas
refilling.
ii) "Breaker Block" Level- This is the minimum gas density at which the
manufacturer will guarantee the rated fault interrupting capability of the
breaker. At this level the device contact shall trip the breaker and block
the closing circuits.
iii) Over pressure alarm level- This alarm level shall be provided to indicate
abnormal pressure rise in the gas compartment.
It shall be possible to test all gas monitoring relays without de-energizing the
primary equipment and without reducing pressure in the main section.
Disconnecting type plugs and sockets shall be used for test purposes; the
pressure/density device shall be suitable for connecting to the male portion
of the plug.
Two potential free electrical contacts shall be provided with each and every
alarm condition.
1.14 Conductors
The conductors shall be made of aluminum alloy suitable for specified

voltage and current ratings. The electrical connections between the
various gas sections shall be made by means of multiple contact
connectors (plug-in type) so that electrical connection is automatically
achieved when bolting one section to another. Field welding of
conductor is not acceptable. The surface of the connector fingers and
conductor on such connections shall be silver plated. Both, the
conductors as well as the contacts for the conductor connections must be
designed for the continuous rated current of the switch gear under the
ambient conditions furnished, and shall not exceed the permissible
temperature rise.
1.15 Enclosures
1.15.1 The metal enclosures for the SF6 gas insulated equipment modules shall be
made from Aluminum alloy. Suitable anti corrosive paints shade 631 of IS: 5
must be applied on the exterior of the enclosures. The enclosure shall be
separate phase wise in case of 400 kV class GIS and shall be with Single
Enclosure for three phases in case of 132 kV & 66 kV class GIS. For 220 kV
class enclosure shall be single OR phase wise separate metallic type. The
external fixtures should be made of corrosion-resistant material and should
be capped where required.
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Bellow compensators shall be made of Stainless steel to preserve the

mechanical strength of the equipment at the connection portions to deal with
the following problems:
a) Expansion and Contraction of outer enclosure and conductor due to
temperature variations.
b) Mismatch in various components of GIS.
c) Vibration of the transformer and switching equipment.
d) Dimensional variations due to uneven settling of foundation.
e) Seismic forces as mentioned in climatic condition.
1.15.2 Standard paint shade 631 of IS: 5 shall be used with satin mat finish having
high scratch resistance.
1.15.3 The gas-filled enclosures shall conform to the pressure vessel code applied
in the country of manufacturer. Gas section barriers including seals to the
conductor and enclosure wall shall be gas-tight and shall be capable of
withstanding the maximum pressure differential that could occur across the
barrier, i.e., with a vacuum drawn on the one side of the barrier and on the
other side, at least the maximum gas pressure that can exist under normal
operating or maintenance conditions and in case of internal arc fault.
The finish of interior surfaces of the metal-clad enclosures shall facilitate

cleaning and inspection. High quality primer followed by two coats of anti
corrosive paint of glossy white shade shall be used such that they will not
deteriorate when exposed to the SF6 gas and other vapors, Arc products,
etc., which may present in the enclosures. They shall also not contain any
substances which could contaminate the enclosed gas or affect its insulating
properties over a period of time.
1.16 General Finish and Cleaning
1.16.1 The equipment shall be manufactured and assembled at the manufacturer’s

works under conditions of the utmost cleanliness.
1.16.2 Very dusty / sandy conditions may exist at the site hence, whenever
possible, the complete feeders or major assembly of components should be
shipped as transport units. Before the metal clad enclosed sections are
joined together and charged with the SF6 gas they must be thoroughly
cleaned.
1.16.3 Paints shall be carefully selected to withstand heat and weather conditions.
The paint shall not scale-off or crinkles or gets removed by abrasion due to
normal handling.
1.16.4 Sufficient quantities of all paints and preservatives required for touching up
at sites shall be furnished with GIS.
1.17 Gas filling and Evacuating Plant for 400 kV / 220kV / 132 kV / 66kV GIS units.
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1.17.1 All apparatus necessary for filling, evacuating, and recycling the SF6 gas
into and from the switch-gear equipment shall be supplied by the bidder to
enable any maintenance work to be carried out.
1.17.2 Where any item of the filling and evacuating apparatus is of such a weight
that it cannot easily be carried by maintenance personnel, it shall be
provided with facilities for lifting and moving with the overhead cranes.
1.17.3 The apparatus for filling, evacuating and recycling all gases to be used shall
be provided with all necessary pipes, couplings flexible hoses, tubes and
valves for coupling to the switch-gear equipment.
1.17.4 The gas compartments shall preferably be fitted with permanent vacuum
couplings through which the gas is pumped into or evacuated from the
compartments.
1.17.5 Details of the filling and evacuating apparatus that will be supplied, and also
a description of the filling, evacuating and recycling procedures, shall be
provided with the bid.
1.17.6 The initial gas filling of the entire switch-gear including the usual losses
during commissioning shall be supplied over and above the required quantity
of spare gas.
An additional quantity of SF6 gas for compensation of possible losses during
installation and service of 20 years shall be supplied. The quantity of the
same shall be indicated in GTP, considering leakage rate of 1% per year for
complete GIS system, even if, the designed leakage rate is lower than 0.5%
per annum. Such spare gas shall be supplied in sealed cylinders of uniform
size, which shall be decided during detailed engineering.
1.17.7 Gas filling and Evacuating Plant shall have gas storage facility of sufficient
capacity.
1.17.8 SF6 Gas Processing Unit:
a) An SF6 gas-processing unit suitable for evacuating, liquefying, evaporating,

filling, drying and purifying SF6 gas during the initial installation, subsequent
maintenance and future extension of GIS shall be provided. The cart shall be
equipped with rubber wheels and shall be easily maneuverable within the GIS
building.
b) A wheeled maintenance unit shall be supplied which shall be self-contained

(except for additional gas storage bottles and external power supply at 415 V
AC, 3-phase, 50 Hz) and fully equipped with an electric vacuum pump, gas
compressor, gas drier, gas filter, refrigeration unit, evaporator, gas storage
tank, full instrumentation for measuring vacuum, compressor inlet temperature,
tank pressure and temperature, valving and piping to perform the following
operations as a minimum requirement:
i) Evacuation from a gas filled compartment using the vacuum pump,
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ii) Transfer of SF6 gas from a system at some positive or negative

pressure to the storage tank via the gas drier and filter;
iii) Recirculation of SF6 gas in the storage tank through the drier,
iv) Recirculation of SF6 gas in any switchgear or bus duct compartment
through the drier and filter;
v) Evaporating and filling SF6 gas,
vi) Drawing off and liquefying SF6 gas,
vii) A combination operation of filling SF6 gas into a gas system and
evacuating a second gas system using the vacuum pump.
c) Adequate length of hoses with necessary adaptors shall be provided for filling
of SF6 gas in any of the gas compartment with the help of gas cart.
d) GA drawing and Schematic drawing for gas processing unit shall be submitted
for approval.
1.18 Support Structures
All supporting structures necessary for the support of the GIS equipment
including associated parts such as anchor bolts, beams etc. shall be
supplied. Sufficient attachment points to the apparatus and concrete
foundations shall be furnished to ensure successful installation, with required
clearances, while taking into account thermal expansion and contraction.
Earthquake requirements are also to be considered.
Any scaffolding or a movable platform, required for maintenance, shall also
be supplied.
All steel structure members shall be hot-dip galvanized after fabrication.

Unless otherwise specified, minimum mass of zinc coating for Galvanizing
shall be 610 gm/square meter. Under marine environment, the fabricated
structures shall have a minimum overall Zinc coating of 900 gm/square meter. All
field assembly joints shall be bolted. Field welding shall not be acceptable.
Non-corrosive metal or plated steel shall be used for bolts and nuts
throughout the work. Manufacturer shall provide suitable foundation
channels and anchor bolts to support the switchgear assemblies. All
mounting bolts, nuts and washers shall be provided to fasten the switchgear
base frames to the foundation channels.
Foundation channels and anchor bolts shall be installed in the civil works in
accordance with instructions provided by the manufacturer.
1.19 Auxiliary Equipment
The following items shall be included for a complete installation:
a) Control system including local control cabinets.

b) Cable and wiring between individual items of supplier supplied
equipment.
c) Name plates.
d) All ladders, platforms, stairs, walkways, and supports necessary to
operate and maintain all equipment safely and efficiently.
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e) Special tools and tackles for installation.

f) Special tools and tackles for maintenance.
1.20 Safety Precautions
1.20.1 The switch-gear must provide a maximum degree of safety for the operators
and others in the vicinity of the switch gear under all normal and fault
conditions. The safety clearances of all live parts of the equipment shall be
as per relevant standards.
1.20.2 It must be made impossible to touch any live part of the switch-gear
unwillingly, i.e. without use of tools or brute force.
1.20.3 An operator standing in the normal operating position should not be

endangered by any moving external part of the switch-gear.
1.20.4 INTERLOCKS:
Mechanical & electrical interlocks must be provided to ensure absolute and
reliable protection against potentially harmful Mal-operation of the
switchgear. All interlocks that prevent potentially dangerous mal-operations
shall be so constructed such that they cannot be defeated easily, i.e. the
operator must use tools and/or technique to over-ride them only in case of
emergency.
The following functions shall be provided:

1) The operator must be forced in to the only safe and logical sequence to
actuate the circuit breakers, disconnectors & earthing switches.
2) The actual, completely closed or completely opened position of all
switching devices must be checked before and after each move.
3) Implementation of logic checks and issuing the resultant signals
Enabled or Blocked for the switching device.
1.20.5 If in spite of all possible safety measures if any arc occurs, the following is
required.
1.20.5.1 The effects of an internal arcing fault must be limited to the related gas
compartment.
1.20.5.2 Each gas compartment must have its own automated external pressure
relief device to provide instant and safe discharge of accidental overpressure
during internal arc. Rupture diaphragms shall be preferably used as
pressure relief mechanisms. The bursting pressure of relief device should be
effectively coordinated with the rated gas pressure and the pressure rise due
to arcing. PRD shall be positioned such that it will not be below any circuit
breaker or disconnector drive or LCC.
1.20.5.3 All earthing connections must remain operational.
1.20.5.4 The enclosure of the switch gear must withstand the thermal effects of an
arc at the full rated short circuit current until the nearest protective relay has
acted and tripped the breaker.
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1.20.5.5 To limit the effects of an internal arc the switch gear shall be suitably
subdivided into individual arc and gas-proof compartments, at least for
• Bus-bar together with bus-bar isolator and earthing switch

• Circuit breaker
• Line isolators and earthing switch, (Line, transformer)
• Instrument transformers.
1.20.6 The following requirements are to be followed.
1.20.6.1 The bracing/welding of all components subject to mechanical forces

caused by short circuit currents shall be capable so as to withstand the
effects of at least 2.5 times the rated symmetrical short time withstand
current.
1.20.6.2 The thermal rating for all current carrying parts and insulating materials
shall be a minimum of three seconds for the rated short time withstand
current.
1.20.6.3 All components of the switch gear which are on ground potential shall be
electrically interconnected and effectively earthed.
1.21 Special tools, tackles and equipments
Special tools, tackles and equipment that are required to perform installation,
commissioning, operation & maintenance of the gas insulated switch gear shall
be included in scope of supply. Minimum following tools shall be supplied.
1 Dew point measurement meter
2 SF6 gas leakage detector
3 Precision pressure gauge
4 Gas-service carts (with Gas filling and Evacuating Plant / Gas reclaimer)
5 On line PD monitoring system for 220 & 400 kV GIS modules.
6 Any other special tool/tackle required.
The tools shall be shipped in separate containers, clearly marked with the
name of the equipment for which they are intended.
The requirement of HV testing during commissioning or repairing or replacement shall

be fulfilled by successful bidder by arranging the required HV testing equipment at no
extra cost to GETCO. No delay shall be permitted on account of the non availability of
the HV test equipments.
1.22 Grounding of GIS:
1.22.01 GIS will be housed on GIS floor. The bidder will provide under-ground mat
below the substation. The bidder shall also provide adequate number of
Galvanized steel risers to be connected to grounding mat, as per relevant
standards and in consultation with GETCO during detailed engineering, in the
event of an order.
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1.22.2 The bidder shall supply entire material for ground bus of GIS such as
conductor, clamps, joints, operating and safety platforms etc. to be laid /
embedded in GIS floors. The bidder is also required to supply all grounding
connectors and associated hardware material for:
i) Connecting all GIS equipment, Bus duct, enclosures, control cabinets,
supporting structures etc. to the ground bus of GIS
ii) Connecting ground bus of GIS to the ground mat risers.
1.22.3 The grounding arrangement of GIS shall ensure that touch and step voltages
are limited to safe values as per IEEE std. 80-2000. The enclosures of the GIS
shall be grounded at several points such that there shall be a grounded cage
around all live parts. The ground continuity between each enclosure shall be
affected over flanges, with or without links or straps to bridge the flanges.
Copper/Aluminum straps shall however bridge the metallic expansion bellows.
The grounding switches shall be connected to ground through the enclosure.
Individual ground leads for the ground switches are not allowed. The inductive
voltage against ground in each part of the enclosure shall not be more than 65
Volts.
1.22.4 Where operating mechanism cabinets are mounted on the switchgear, the
grounding shall be made by separate conductor. Bay control cabinets shall be
grounded through a separate conductor.
1.22.5 All conduits and control cable sheaths shall be connected to the control cabinet
grounding bus. All steel structures shall be grounded.
1.22.6 Each removable section of catwalk shall be bolted to the support structure for
ground continuity.
1.22.7 The enclosure grounding system shall be designed to minimize circulating

currents and to ensure that the potential rise during an external or internal fault
is kept to an acceptable level. The guidelines of IEEE Std. 80-2000 on GIS
grounding, especially the transient ground potential rise caused by high
frequency phenomena, shall be taken into consideration while designing the
grounding system for GIS.
1.22.8 The manufacturer shall furnish readily accessible connectors of sufficient

mechanical strength to withstand electromagnetic forces as well as capable of
carrying the anticipated maximum fault current without overheating by at least
from two paths to ground from the main ground bus.
1.22.9 Provisions of IEC 517 & 694 regarding safeguards in grounding of connected
cables, testing during maintenance and other safety measures shall be
ensured.
1.22.10 Earthing conductors shall be designed to allow flow of short circuit current.
Conductors with copper bars are preferred over copper wires.
2.0 SERVICE CONDITIONS:
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2.1 Climatic Conditions:
The equipment and the accessories to be supplied against this technical

specification shall be suitable for satisfactory continuous operation under the
following tropical conditions.
Max ambient temperature : 50 deg C

Min. ambient temperature : -5 deg C
Max daily average ambient temperature : 38 deg C
Max relative Humidity (%) : As per IEC
Max altitude above M.S.L (meters) : < 1000
Average Annual Rainfall (mm) : 1000
Max wind pressure (kg./sq.mtr.) : 130
Isokeraunic level (days/yr) : 50
Average no. of rainy days / annum : 120
Condensation : Occasional
Induced electromagnetic disturbance : 1.6 kV
Pollution class / Creepage distance : III / 25 mm/kV
(Under Marine environment) if indicated in : IV / 31 mm/kV
Schedule of supply of respective tender.
Seismic Zone : Zone V
Acceleration due to gravity, g : 0.5
2.2 System Particulars
2.2.1 Pole designation
2.2.1.1 Enclosure
2.2.1.1.1 Bus bar : Single for 66 & 132 kV

Separate phase wise for 400 kV
Single OR separate phase wise
for 220 kV
2.2.1.1.2 Bay : As above.
2.2.1.1.3 Enclosure material : Aluminum Alloy
2.2.2 Standards
Common clauses for high voltage switchgear & : IEC 60694

control gear
High voltage metal enclosed switchgear for 72.5 : IEC 62271-203
KV & above
Specification for acceptance of new Sulphur : IEC 60376
Hexa fluoride
Guide to checking of Sulphur Hexa fluoride : IEC 60480
taken from Electrical equipment
Surge Arresters : IEC 60099
Over head line, Cable and Transformer : IEC 60137
Terminals Bushings for alternating voltages
above 1000 V
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Cable connections for gas insulated metal : IEC 60859

enclosed Switchgear for rated voltages of 72.5
KV and above
High voltage test techniques : IEC 60060
Insulation coordination : IEC 60071
Electrical Relays : IEC 60255
High voltage switches : IEC 60265
Partial discharge measurement : IEC 60270
Degree of protection : IEC 60529
Pollution levels : IEC 60815
EMC : IEC 61000
Use and handling of SF6 gas : IEC 61634
Standards for station grounding. : IEC 60364/60479/
IEEE 80
Pressure vessel code : CENELEC/SVDB
Recommendation for heat treated Aluminum : IEC 60114
alloy busbar material of the aluminum-
magnesium-silicon type
IEEE Guide for Gas-Insulated Substations : IEEE std C37.122.1-
1993
Seismic design : IEC 693
2.2.3 Instrument Transformers

Instrument transformers : IEC 60044
Current transformers : IEC 60185
Voltage transformers : IEC 60186
2.2.4 Circuit Breaker

High voltage Alternating current circuit : IEC 62271-100
breakers
Report on Synthetic testing of high : IEC 60427
voltage alternating Current Circuit
breakers
2.2.5 Disconnectors and earthing switch

Alternating current Disconnectors : IEC 60129
(isolators) and earthing Switch IEC 62271-102
Alternating current disconnectors, Bus : IEC 61128
transfer current Switching by
disconnectors
Alternating current earthing switches, : IEC 61129
Induced current Switching
2.2.6 Artificial pollution test on HV : IEC 60507

insulators to be used on ac system
2.2.7 Gas insulated metal enclosed : IEC 60517

switchgear for rated voltages of 72.5 kV
and above
2.2.8 Classification of degree of protection : IEC 60529
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provided by enclosures
2.3 Electrical data:
Rated System Voltage / kV 66 / 132/145 220/245 400/420

Highest System/Equipment Voltage 72.5
One min. Power frequency kV rms 140 275 460 610
withstand voltage
Across open isolator kV rms 160 315 530 610
Across the open gaps of CB kV rms 140 275 460 520
Rated Lightning Impulse withstand
voltage (1.2/50 s peak value)
Phase to phase kVp 350 650 1050 1425
Phase to earth kVp 350 650 1050 1425
Across open isolator kVp 375 750 1200 1425
kVp +
240 kVp
on opp.
polarity
Across the open gaps of CB kVp 350 650 1050 1425
Rated Frequency Hz 50 50 50 50
Rated Continuous current at 40 0C Amps 1600 1600 2000 3150
ambient temperature Bus bar
Feeder and Transformer Bay Amps 1600 1600 2000 3150
Rated Short circuit Withstand kA 25 40 40 40
current for 3 seconds
Rated dynamic withstand current kAp 62.5 100 100 100
Partial Discharge (at 1.1 Un) pico- 5(max.) 5(max.) 5(max.) 5(max.)
coulombs
System Neutral earthing Solidly Solidly Solidly Solidly
earth earth earth earth
Maximum SF6 Gas leakage rate per % per 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5
year year
2.3.1 Auxiliary Supply:
For Operation, control and signaling : 220 / 110 Volts DC (+10% & -20%)
Note: The control voltage shall be considered as per BOQ of respective tender
only.
For other loads : 440 / 230 Volts, AC 50 Hz.
(+10% & -15%)
2.4 Seismic requirements:
The GIS shall comply with IEEE STD 693 – 1984 guideline to ensure functional
adequacy under seismic disturbances. The maximum ground acceleration
shall be 0.5 g.
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3 Detailed technical requirements for GIS Components
3.1 Circuit Breaker:
3.1.1 General:
3.1.1.1 The GIS circuit breakers shall comply with the following general
requirements for circuit breakers and the latest revisions of the relevant IEC-
62271-100 specifications
3.1.1.2 Circuit – breakers shall be of single pressure, single break, self compression
self blast / auto puffer type with SF6 as arc quenching & insulation medium
and with a minimum- maintenance contact system
3.1.1.3 (A) 400 kV breakers shall be of separate phase wise enclosure whereas 132
kV/66 kV breakers shall be of three phase encapsulated type. For 220 kV
class enclosure shall be single OR phase wise separate metallic type.
(B) 400 kV Circuit breakers are to be supplied with Controlled Switching Device
(CSD) compatible to SCADA remote operation with IEC 61850 protocols.
3.1.1.4 Ratings of the circuit breaker shall be as per enclosed technical parameters.
3.1.1.5 They should be shipped as a completed three-phase unit within a complete

bay module.
3.1.1.6 Each circuit-breaker shall have spring/Hydraulic/ combined drive mechanism

ensuring proper closing and opening, and shall permit checking of
adjustments and opening/closing characteristic. The ON/OFF latches shall
be mechanically interlocked with each other. The circuit breaker shall be
completely factory assembled, adjusted and tested.
3.1.1.7 The total break time from energizing the trip coil at rated control voltage to
final arc extinction shall be as short as possible, but in any event not greater
than 3 cycles i.e. 60 ms.
3.1.1.8 The circuit breaker shall be capable of breaking all currents from zero up to
the specified maximum fault current in accordance with the relevant IEC
recommendations.
3.1.1.9 The breakers are to be restrike-free.
3.1.1.10 The circuit-breakers shall be capable of tripping and re-closing (Auto

reclose) according to the specified duty cycle without derating: O – 0.3 s –
CO – 3 min. – CO.
Breaker shall be suitable for following switching duties:
• Terminal faults
• Short line faults
• Out of phase switching
• Interruption of small inductive current including transformer magnetizing
inrush currents.
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• Interruption of line and cable charging currents.
The circuit breaker shall meet all the double Circuit overhead transmission
line and cable characteristics for any type of fault or fault location, and also
for line charging and dropping when used on an effectively grounded
system. Effect of second circuit in parallel shall also be considered.
The circuit breakers shall be capable of being operated locally or from

remote. Local operation shall be by means of an open/close control switch
located in the bay control cabinet.
The minimum guaranteed nos. of maintenance free operations of complete

GIS shall be 10000 nos. at rated capacity.
3.1.1.11 The Drive shall have sufficient stored energy for completing 2 CO with
auxiliary power switched off.
3.1.1.12 Circuit breakers, being an arcing device, shall not house any passive
device like current transformer in its housing.
3.1.1.13 The breaker layout arrangement shall be vertical or horizontal but shall
provide higher mechanical stability and ease in maintenance. The operating
principle of the breaker shall ensure minimized dynamic floor loading. Low
reaction forces on foundations especially dynamically, are favorable and
considered in the elevation.
3.1.2 Closing Devices
3.1.2.1 The closing coils shall be suitable for operation at any voltage between
110% and 80% of the nominal control voltage measured at the device
terminals
3.1.2.2 The breaker shall close correctly when an electrical closing pulse of 50
msec. duration is applied to the closing coil.
3.1.3 Tripping Devices
3.1.3.1 All electrical tripping coils shall be suitable for operation at any voltage
between 110% and 70% of the nominal control voltage measured at the
device terminals.
3.1.3.2 Each circuit-breaker shall be equipped with two shunt trip system. The one
shunt trip system shall be electrically separated from the other system.
3.1.3.3 An emergency hand tripping (mechanical) device shall be provided in the

operating mechanism.
3.1.4 Anti-Pumping
The circuit-breaker mechanism shall be provided with means to prevent

pumping while the closing circuit remains energized, should the circuit breaker
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either fail to latch, or be tripped during closing due to the operation of the
protective relays.
3.1.5 Operating Mechanism
3.1.5.1 The breaker shall include suitable spring/Hydraulic/combined operating

mechanism to assure proper opening & closing operations. The provision
shall be made for checking adjustments and opening characteristics. The
mechanism shall be capable of re-closing within the range specified in the
applicable standards. The mechanism shall include dual trip coils. Charging
of opening mechanism shall be possible in the event of failure of the motor
drive.
Spring Operated Mechanism

a) Spring operated mechanism shall be complete with motor, opening
spring, closing spring with limit switch for automatic charging and all
necessary accessories to make the mechanism a complete operating
unit.
b) As long as power is available to the motor, a continuous sequence of
closing and opening operations shall be possible.
c) After failure of power supply to the motor, at least two close-open (C-O)
operations of the circuit breaker shall be possible.
d) Breaker operation shall be independent of the motor which shall be used
solely for compressing the closing spring.
e) Motor rating shall be such that it requires only about 30 seconds for fully
charging the closing spring.
f) Closing action of the circuit breaker shall compress the opening spring
ready for tripping.
g) When closing springs are discharged after closing a breaker, closing
springs shall automatically be charged for the next operation.
Hydraulic Operated Mechanism

a) Hydraulic operated mechanism shall comprise self contained operating
unit with power cylinder, control valves, high and low pressure reservoir,
motor, etc. A hand pump set shall also be provided for emergency
operation.
b) The oil pressure controlling the oil pump and pressure in the high
pressure reservoir shall be continuously monitored. Necessary hardware
to achieve this, including the loose pressure gauge, instruments and
interconnecting piping etc shall form integral part of this mechanism.
c) The mechanism shall be suitable for at least two close-open operations
after failure of AC supply to the motor.
3.1.5.2 The mechanism shall be in a dust proof (IP55) box for this outdoor
installation of Gas Insulated Switchgear.
One vermin-proof, sheet steel cabinet of adequate size shall be provided for
housing the operating mechanism, aux relays, control and auxiliary
equipment and for terminating all control, alarm and auxiliary circuits in
suitable terminal boxes. The control cabinet shall be provided with hinged
doors with provision for locking and removable cable gland plates for bottom
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cable entry. Viewing windows shall be provided for observation of the

instruments without opening the cabinet. Suitably engraved nameplates shall
be provided to identify all equipment in the control cabinet.
3.1.6 Auxiliary Switches

Each breaker shall have auxiliary switches with adequate number of NO and
NC contacts all wired to terminals located in the local control cabinet of the
circuit breaker bay. 20 % spare contacts should be provided.
3.1.7 Indicating Devices
3.1.7.1 Position indicators shall be provided to clearly indicate whether a circuit-

breaker is open or closed.
Status Colour
Open position Open Green

Closed position Closed Red
3.1.7.2 Each circuit-breaker shall be provided with an operation counter to record

the number of tripping operations performed. The counter may be located at
the local control cabinet.
3.1.7.3 All position indicators and counters shall be readable at a convenient

elevation i.e. from the place of operation.
3.1.8 Gas Connections
Necessary valves and connections shall be provided to assure ease in

handling the SF6 gas.
3.1.9 Timing Test
Timing tests are to be carried out after the switch gear has been completely
charged with SF6 gas.
3.1.9.1 Testing instruments

ii) Air / gas humidity tester,
iii) Gas purity detector for SO2, H2O, CF4, AIR etc.,
iiii) Gas leakage tester,
ivi) Breaker timing measurement kit,
vi) Set of equipment for pressure measurement and gas density meter.
3.1.9.2 TESTING FACILITIES:
Timing test facility shall be provided with switchgear such that it is not
necessary to open up any gas section to make test connections to the circuit
breaker terminals.
All details of test facilities to be provided shall be submitted with technical
bid.
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3.1.10 PRINCIPLE PARAMETERS
The Circuit Breakers of GIS equipment shall confirm to the specific

technical requirements given as under.
Circuit Breaker
Sr Particulars 66 kV/132 kV/(220 kV)/400 kV

No.
1) Enclosure Single / Single / (Single or separate
phase wise) / separate phase wise
2) Enclosure material Aluminum Alloy
3) Rated voltage 72.5 kV/145 kV/245 kV/420 kV
4) Rated current 1600A/1600A/2000A/3150A
5) Rated frequency 50 Hz
6) Rated short-circuit breaking current 25 kA/40 kA/40 kA/40 kA rms,
Duration 3 sec
7) Rated break-time 3 cycle
8) Rated short-circuit making current 62.5/100/100/100kAp
9) Difference for simultaneity of 3 poles 4 ms (Max.)
10) Rated insulation level under minimum
SF6 gas pressure
a) Power frequency withstand voltage 140/275/460/520 kVrms
b) Lighting impulse withstand voltage 350/650/1050/1445 kVp
Switching impulse voltage NA/NA/NA/1050 kVp
(As per IEC 62271-1)
9) Rated operating sequence O-0.3s-CO-3min-CO
10) Type of operating mechanism for circuit Spring –
Breaker Spring/hydraulic/combined
11) Rated control voltage
- Closing coil 110/220 VDC
- Tripping coil 110/220 VDC
12) Mechanical Endurance class M2
13) Electrical Endurance class E1
14) Restriking probability class C1
15) Rated line charging breaking current 10 /50/125/400 A
(Max. over breaking capacity
voltage factor1.5 PU)
16) Rated cable charging breaking current 125/160/250/400 A
17) Rated capacitor bank switching current 400/400/400/400 A
18) Rated out of phase making and breaking 25 kA/40 kA/40 kA/40 kA rms
current in % of rated short circuit
breaking current
19) Characteristic for short line fault related As per IEC 62271 - 100
to rated short circuit breaking current
20) TRV characteristics As per IEC 62271 - 100
21) Inductive current breaking capability Switching No Load current of
transformer
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22) First pole to clear factor As per IEC 62271 - 100

23) Opening time in ms Not more than 40
24) Closing time in ms Not more than 100
25) Noise level at the base of CB As per NEMA standard
26) No of tripping coils per breaker 2
27) No of closing coils per breaker 1
3.2 Disconnector Switches and Maintenance Grounding switches
3.2.1 General
3.2.1.1 The GIS disconnector switches and grounding switches shall comply with the
following general requirements of disconnect switches and the latest version
of the relevant specifications IEC 60129, 61128, 61129, 61259.
3.2.1.2 Disconnect switches shall be gang operated and separate phase wise for 400
kV/220 kV and three phase encapsulated for 132/66 kV, group operated, no
break, with one common motor operated mechanism for all the three poles.
They shall also have facilities for emergency manual operation and necessary
handles shall be provided.
3.2.1.3 Maintenance earthing switches shall be gang operated and separate phase
wise for 400 kV/220 kV and three phase encapsulated for 132/66 kV, group
operated, no break, with one common motor operated mechanism for all the
three poles. They shall also have facilities for emergency manual operation
and necessary handles shall be provided.
3.2.1.4 Disconnect switches and grounding switches shall have electrical and
Mechanical interlocks to prevent grounding switch from closing on an
energized section.
Interlocks with other bays for bus transfer switching shall be done through bay
control cabinets. Actuation of the emergency manual operating device shall
also disable the electrical control. Disconnectors in open condition shall be
secured against reclosure.
Disconnecting switches and adjacent safety grounding switches shall have

electrical interlocks to prevent closure of the grounding switches when the
disconnecting switches are in the closed position and to prevent closure of
the disconnecting switch when the grounding switch is in the closed position.
The disconnector shall be pad lockable in the close & open position.
Interlocks
Interlocking devices must provide absolute and positive protection against
potentially harmful mal-operations of the switchgear. The following functions
shall been assured:
a) Forcing the operator into the only safe and logic sequence to actuate
breakers, switches, isolators and grounding switches.
b) Checking the actual fully closed or fully open position of all switching
elements before and after each move.
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c) Providing the logical checks and issuing the resulting PERMISSIVE or

BLOCKED signals for the switchgear.
d) Indicating positively the absolute condition/position of the supervised
equipment.
e) Local manual and remote electrical operation of all essential functions.
f) Local emergency unlocking facilities via safety-key switches under the
full responsibility of the operator.
Intrabay and interbay interlocking shall be provided .
Electrical interlocking arrangement shall be fail-safe type.
Mechanical interlocks for isolator & Earthing Switch shall be fail-safe type.
3.2.1.5 All main contacts, male and female, shall be silver plated.
3.2.1.6 Each disconnect switch and grounding switch shall open or close only due to
motor driven or manual operation independently. The switch contact shall not
move due to gravity or other means, even if a part fails. Once initiated, the
motor mechanism shall complete an open or close operation without requiring
the initiating contact be held closed. Operation of respective end position limit
switches shall only disconnect the motor mechanism. There should also be a
pre-set timer in motor circuit for protection against time over –run in case of
inadvertent failure of drive mechanism in any intermediate position of the
disconnector travel path.
3.2.1.7 The disconnect switches and grounding switches shall be located as shown in
the Single Line Diagram.
3.2.1.8 The disconnect switches shall be capable of interrupting the charging

current of the connected GIS bus & associated components.
3.2.1.9 Duty requirements:

The disconnecting switches shall have breaking capabilities as per IEC
requirements. Contact shielding shall be designed to prevent restrikes
and high local stresses caused by the transient recovery voltages when
currents are interrupted.
The bus disconnecting switches shall reliably handle capacitive

currents due to the making and breaking of switchgear components as
well as commutation currents due to bus bar reconfiguration.
The fast acting ground switches, used for overhead double circuit lines
and underground cable feeders shall be capable of switching induced
current as per IEC requirement.
Short Circuit Requirements

The rated peak short-circuit current or the rated short time current carried by
an isolator or earthing switch for the rated maximum duration of short circuit
shall not cause:
a) Mechanical damage to any part of the isolator or earthing switch.
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b) Separation of the contacts or contact welding.

c) A temperature rise likely to damage insulation.
3.2.1.10 Access for maintenance and repair:

Suitable means of access should be provided in each disconnect-switch and
grounding-switch housing and mechanism for repair and/or maintenance of
contacts.
3.2.2 Operation Mechanism.
3.2.2.1 Mechanism shall be arranged mechanically, electrically, so that all three

phases of any particular disconnect switch or grounding switch operate
simultaneously.
3.2.2.2 All mechanisms shall be suitable for electrical motor operation to achieve a
fully automatic operation. For emergency situations manual operation shall be
possible. Handles or hand cranks shall be provided, together with all
necessary operation rods and rod guides. Manual operation shall be
prevented if the interlocking system does not allow the operation of the
switch.
3.2.2.3 The auxiliary supply shall be electrically decoupled from the motor when the
switch is operated manually.
3.2.2.4 The mechanisms shall be arranged for locking in the open and in the closed
position. Facility shall be available to allow the switch to be padlocked in any
position.
3.2.2.5 Disconnecting operating mechanism of all disconnector/ isolator & earth

switches shall be at easy operable height.
3.2.2.6 The isolator shall be provided with positive continuous control throughout the
entire cycle of operation.
The operating pipes and rods shall be sufficiently rigid to maintain positive
control under most adverse conditions and when operated in tension or
compression for isolator closing. They shall also be capable of withstanding
all torsional and bending stresses due to operation of the isolator.
It shall not be possible, after final adjustment has been made, for any part of
the mechanism to be displaced at any point in the travel sufficiently to allow
improper functioning of the isolator when the isolator is opened or closed at
any speed.
The operating mechanism design shall be such that during the operation of
the isolator (especially manual operation), once the moving blades reach the
sparking distance, springs shall take over to give a quick, snap action closing
so that the isolator closing is independent of manual efforts. Similarly, the
springs must assist during the opening operation to give quick breaking
feature.
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Disconnector and high speed motor operated earthing switch mechanisms

shall be provided with a mechanism with stored energy to always assure
completed operations.
3.2.3 Auxiliary Switches:

All disconnecting switches shall be provided with electrically
independent auxiliary switch, directly driven by the common operating
shaft. Each disconnect switch and grounding switch shall furnished with
sufficient Nos. of NO – NC as per entire scheme requirement plus two (2)
NO-NC electrically independent contacts terminated up to terminal board, at
user’s disposal. The auxiliary switches shall indicate the position of the switch
contacts, and shall be independent of the motor operation.
3.2.4 Position Indicators
3.2.4.1 Mechanically connected position indicators shall be provided externally to

permit observation of close/open position of the disconnect switch and
grounding switch. The place of Position Indicators should be easily visible
from the place of operation of respective equipment.
Status Colour

3.2.4.2 Visual verification shall be provided for each pole of each disconnect switch
and grounding switch to permit visual inspection of each switchblade position.
3.2.5 Technical Data Requirement
Disconnectors:
Sr No. Particulars Parameters
1) Enclosure Single / Single / (Single or
separate phase wise) / separate
phase wise
3) Rated voltage 72.5 / 132 / 245 / 420 kV
4) Rated current 1600 /1600/2000/3150 A
5) Rated short-time current 25/ 40 / 40 / 40 kA rms,
Duration 3 sec
6) Rated control and operating voltage 110/220 V DC
7) Type of operating mechanism Motor operated
8) Type Mechanically & electrically
ganged operated
9) Rated insulation level
a) Power frequency withstand voltage
- phase to phase, between phases 140/275/460/520 kV rms
- Across the isolating distance 160/315/510/610 kV rms
b) Lightning impulse withstand voltage
- phase to phase, between phases 350/650/1050/1425 kV peak
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- Across the isolating distance 375/750/1200/1665 kV peak

10) Mechanical Endurance Class M1
11) Bus transfer switching capability (% of 80
rated current)
12) Rated bus charging current 0.1 A /0.2 A/0.25 A/0.3 A
3.2.6 Low-voltage test provision:

A low-voltage test provision may be supplied with a grounding switch to
permit test voltages of up to 10kV (optional 2.5kV) and upto 200 A to be
applied to the conductor without removing SF6 gas or other components,
except for ground shunt leads.
3.3 Fast Acting Grounding Switches
3.3.1 General.
3.3.1.1 Fast acting grounding switches can be located at the terminal of HV/EHV
overhead line/ cable. They shall be able to switch safely load currents of
overhead lines. They must have fault making capability and be able to switch
on a live line. Applicable standards are IEC 60129, 60517, 61129. The fast
acting grounding switches shall comply with the following general
requirements of fast acting grounding switches and the latest revision of the
relevant IEC specifications.
3.3.1.2 Fast acting grounding switches shall be of three phase, encapsulated, three
phase linkage group operated by a maintenance-free self contained
electrical motor. They shall also have facilities for emergency manual
operation and the necessary operating handles or hand cranks shall be
supplied.
3.3.1.3 Fast acting grounding switches shall be electrically or mechanically

interlocked with related disconnector, to prevent the fast acting grounding
switch from closing on an energized bus section.
3.3.1.4 All main contacts, male and female, shall either be silver plated or shall have
silver inserts.
3.3.1.5 Each fast acting grounding switch shall open or close only due to motor-
drive or manual operation but shall be operable from local only. The
switch contact shall not move due to gravity or other means, even if a part
fails. Once initiated, the motor mechanism shall complete an open or close
operation without requiring the initiating contact to be held closed.
3.3.1.6 Each fast acting grounding switch shall be fully insulated and connected to
ground by a removable bolted link in order that the grounding switch may be
used for various test purposes. The insulation shall be capable of
withstanding an applied power frequency voltage of 5 kV.
3.3.2 Operation Mechanism.
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3.3.2.1 Mechanisms shall be coupled either mechanically or electrically or by both,

so that all three phases of any particular fast acting grounding switch
operate simultaneously without any discrimination.
3.3.2.2 All mechanisms shall be equipped with a motor suitable for operation from
the auxiliary supply, and a set of springs so arranged that energizing of the
motor will cause the springs to be charged and then released. The springs in
turn shall close the fast acting grounding switch.
3.3.2.3 Motors shall be suitable for operation at any voltage between 80% and
110% of the rated auxiliary voltage, measure at the motor terminals.
3.3.2.4 For emergency situations manual operation shall be possible. Handles or

hand cranks shall be provided, together with all necessary operation rods
and rod guides.
3.3.2.5 The auxiliary energy shall be electrically uncoupled from the motor when the
switch is operated manually.
3.3.2.6 The mechanisms shall be arranged for locking in the open and in the closed
position.
3.3.3 Auxiliary Switches
Each fast acting grounding switch shall be furnished with sufficient Nos. of NO – NC
as per entire scheme requirement plus two (2) NO-NC electrically independent
contacts, suitably terminated at terminal blocks, at user’s disposal. The auxiliary
switches shall indicate the position of the switch contacts, and shall be independent of
the motor operation.
3.3.4 Position Indicators
Mechanically connected position indicators shall be provided externally to ascertain

the open/close position of the grounding switch. It should be easily visible from the
place of operation of equipment.
Status Colour

Visual verification shall be provided for each pole of each disconnect switch and
grounding switch to permit visual inspection of each switchblade position.
3.3.5 Test Facility
Each fast acting grounding switch shall be fully insulated and connected to ground by
a removable bolted link in order that the grounding switch may be used for various
test purposes. The insulation shall be capable of withstanding an applied power
frequency voltage of 5 kV.
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High speed earthing switches shall be capable of interrupting line coupling currents
upon opening and in worst conditions closing.
3.3.6 Technical Data Requirement
High Speed Earthing Switch:
Sr. Particulars 66kV/132kV/(220kV)/400kV

No.
3) Rated voltage 72.5 /145/ 245 / 420 kV
4) Rated short-time current 25/ 40 /40/ 40 kA rms, 3 sec
5) Rated peak withstand current 62.5 /100/100/100 kA peak
7) Rated control and operating voltage 110 / 220 V DC
8) Power frequency withstand voltage 140/275/460/520 kV rms
across the open gap 160/315/510/610 kV rms
9) Lightning impulse withstand voltage 350/650/1050/1425 kV peak
across the open gap 375/750/1200/1665 kVpeak
11) Rated induced current switching As per IEC 62271 – 102 class B
capability
Maintenance Earthing Switch : 66kV/132kV/220kV/400kV

3) Rated voltage 72.5 /145/ 245 / 420 kV
4) Rated short-time current 25/ 40 /40/ 40 kA rms, 3 sec
6) Power frequency withstand voltage 140/275/460/520 kV rms

across the open gap 160/315/510/610 kV rms
7) Lightning impulse withstand voltage 350/650/1050/1425 kV peak
across the open gap 375/750/1200/1665 kVpeak
3.4 Current Transformers:
3.4.1 General
3.4.1.1 The current transformers provided for each phase shall be supplied in
accordance with the following general requirements and the latest revisions
of the relevant IEC 60044 specifications.
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3.4.1.2 The current transformers must be suitable for continuous operation when
installed on the conditions.
3.4.1.3 The current transformer shall be ring / toroid type, multi ratio with fully
distributed secondary windings with relay accuracy as per IEC 60185 (1987),
incl. IEC 60044-4 (1992), multi core as per requirement and shall be
mounted inside the high voltage enclosure.
3.4.1.4 The secondary terminals of current transformers shall be placed out side the
high voltage enclosures, mounted in suitable, accessible terminal boxes and
the secondary leads of all the current transformers shall be wired to shorting
type terminals.
3.4.1.5 It shall be possible to test each current transformer without the removal of
gas through the insulated grounding switches.
3.4.1.6 The number and position of the current transformers shall be relative to the
circuit-breakers, disconnecting switches and ground switches as detailed in
the attached single line diagram.
3.4.1.7 The rating, No of cores, ratios, accuracy class, characteristics etc. for the
individual current transformer secondary cores shall be as specified below.
The various ratios of current transformers shall be obtained by changing the
effective number of turns on the secondary winding.
3.4.1.8 Each current transformer shall be provided such that the enclosure current
does not affect the accuracy or the ratio of the device or the conductor
current being measured. Provision shall be made to prevent arcing across
the enclosure insulation.
3.4.2 Rating and Diagram Plates
Rating and diagram plates shall be provided. The information to be supplied on each
plate shall be as specified in the relevant IEC specification, which shall be given for
the tap for which the rated performance is specified and for each transformer core.
3.4.3 Technical Data Requirements
66KV class CT - Bay wise core requirement considering 20 MVA 66/11KV Transformer
Min. Knee
Max. Max. CT
point
Instrument excitati Rct
Out put Accuracy voltage at
Core Purpose Ratio security on Sec.at
burden class highest
No factor current highest
rated
at KPV ratio
current
Feeder bay
1 Metering 600-300 / 1 15 VA 0.5 <5 -- -- --
Dir. O/C-E/F
2 600-300 / 1 10VA 5P 10 -- -- --
Protection
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3 Spare 600-300 / 1 10VA 5P 10 -- -- --

Transformer bay (HV)
1 Metering 200-100 / 1 15 VA 0.5 <5 -- -- --
Non - Dir. O/C-

2 200-100 / 1 10VA 5P 10 -- -- --
E/F Protection
Differential
3 200-100 / 1 -- PS -- 600V 25 mA <5
Protection
4 Spare 200-100 / 1 -- PS -- 600V 25 mA <5

Bus coupler bay
1 Metering 600-300 / 1 15 VA 0.5 <5 -- -- --
Non - Dir. O/C-
2 600-300 / 1 10VA 5P 10 -- -- --
E/F Protection
3 Spare 600-300 / 1 10VA 5P 10 -- -- --
66 kV class CT - Bay wise core requirement considering 50 /100 / 160MVA Transformer

for 220 /66 kV Transformer
Min. Knee
Max. Max.
point
Instrument excitati CT Rct
rated
at KPV ratio
current
Feeder bay
1 Metering 600-300 / 1 15VA 0.5 <5 -- -- --
Dir. O/C-E/F
2 600-300 / 1 10VA 5P 10 -- -- --
Protection
3 Spare 600-300 / 1 10VA 5P 10 -- -- --
Transformer bay (LV)
1 Metering 15VA 0.5 <5 -- -- --
Dir. O/C-E/F
2 1200- 600 15VA 5P 10 -- -- --
Protection
/1 OR 1500-
Differential 1200 / 1
3 -- PS -- 950V 30 mA 10
Protection
4 Spare -- PS -- 950V 30 mA 10
Bus coupler bay
1 Metering 15VA 0.5 <5 -- -- --
1200- 600
Non - Dir. O/C- /1 OR 1500-
2 10VA 5P 10 -- -- --
E/F Protection 1200 / 1
3 Spare 10VA 5P 10 -- -- --
132 KV class CT - Bay wise core requirement considering 50 / 100 / 150 MVA
Transformer
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Min. Knee
Max. Max. CT
point
rated
at KPV ratio
current
Feeder bay
1 Metering 15VA 0.5 <5 -- -- --
2 Main-1 DPS 600-300- -- PS 600V 25mA 6
Dir. O/C-E/F 150/1
3 15VA 5P 10 -- -- --
Protection
4 Spare -- PS -- 600V 25mA 6
Transformer LV Bay (HV-
LV)
1 Metering 15VA 0.5 <5 -- -- --
600-300-
Dir. O/C-E/F
2 150/ 1 15VA 5P 10 -- -- --
Protection
OR
Differential 1200-600- 6 /
3 300/1 -- PS -- 600V 25mA
Protection 12
6 /
4 Spare -- PS -- 600V 25mA
12
Bus coupler bay
1 Metering 15VA 0.5 <5 -- -- --
600-300-
Non - Dir. O/C- 150/ 1
2 15VA 5P 10 -- -- --
E/F Protection OR
Bus bar 1200-600- 6 /
3 -- PS -- 600V 25mA
Protection 300/1 12
6 /
4 Spare -- PS -- 600V 25mA
12
220 KV class CT - Bay wise core requirement considering 100 /160 / 315 / 500 MVA
Transformer
Min. Knee
Max. Max. CT
point
rated
at KPV ratio
current
Feeder bay
1 Metering 15VA 0.5 <5 -- -- --
2 Main-1 DPS 1200-600- -- PS 1400V 25mA 12
3 Main-2 DPS 300/1 -- PS 1400V 25mA 12
OR
Bus bar 1500-1200-
4 -- PS 1400V 25mA 12
Protection 600/1
5 Spare -- PS 1400V 25mA 12
Transformer (HV – LV) Bay
1 Metering 1200-600- 15VA 0.5 <5 -- -- --
300/1
Dir. O/C-E/F OR
2 -- PS 1400V 25mA 12
Protection 1500-1200-
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Differential 600/1
3 -- PS 1400V 25mA 12
Protection
Bus bar
4 -- PS 1400V 25mA 12
Protection
5 Spare -- PS 1400V 25mA 12

Bus coupler bay
1 Metering 15VA 0.5 <5 -- -- --
Non - Dir. O/C-
2 -- PS 1400V 25mA 12
E/F Protection 1200-600-
Bus bar 300/1
3 -- PS 1400V 25mA 12
Protection
4 Spare -- PS 1400V 25mA 12
400 KV class CT - Bay wise core requirement considering 315 / 500 MVA Transformer
Min. Knee
Max. Max. CT
point
rated
at KPV ratio
current
Feeder bay
1 Metering 15VA 0.5 <5 -- -- --
10 /
2 Main-1 DPS 2000-1000- -- PS 2000V 30mA
15
500/1 10 /
3 Main-2 DPS OR -- PS 2000V 30mA
15
Bus bar 3000-2000- 10 /
4 1000-500/1 -- PS 2000V 30mA
Protection 15
10 /
5 Spare -- PS 2000V 30mA
15
Transformer bay (HV)
1 Metering 15VA 0.5 <5 -- -- --
Dir. O/C-E/F
2 -- PS 2000V 30mA 10
Protection
Differential 2000-1000-
3 500/1 -- PS 2000V 30mA 10
Protection
Bus bar
4 -- PS 2000V 30mA 10
Protection
5 Spare -- PS 2000V 30mA 10

Bus coupler bay
1 Metering 15VA 0.5 <5 -- -- --
Non - Dir. O/C-
2 -- PS 2000V 30mA 10
E/F Protection 2000-1000-
Bus bar 500/1
3 -- PS 2000V 30mA 10
Protection
4 Spare -- PS 2000V 30mA 10
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3.5.1 VOLTAGE TRANSFORMER:
3.5.1.1 SF6 insulated:

Each voltage transformer shall be metal enclosed, SF6 insulated in
accordance with relevant IEC 60044. The location, polarity, ratios, and
accuracy shall be as specified.
3.5.1.2 Construction:
VTs should be in segregated compartment and not forming a part of bus
bar.
Transformers should be of either plug-in construction or the disconnect-link
type, and be attached to the gas-insulated system in such a manner that
they can be easily disconnected while the system is being dielectrically
tested.
Alternately, a voltage transformer designed so that it does not have to be

disconnected during dielectric testing may be specified. The metal housing
of the transformer should be connected to the metal enclosure of the GIS
with a flanged, bolted, and gasketed joint so that the transformer housing is
grounded to the GIS enclosure. Adequate measures shall be provided to
prevent any unacceptable impact on the secondary control and protection
circuits, which might result from fast transients (VFT) or Ferro-resonance.
3.5.1.3 Covers and shields:
Special covers and any necessary corona shields should be supplied so

that the system can be pressurized and dielectrically tested after removal of
the transformer.
3.5.1.4 Primary and secondary terminals:
Primary and secondary terminals should have permanent markings for

identification of polarity, in accordance with IEC.
3.5.1.5 Provision shall be made for grounding of the secondary windings inside the
local control cabinet.
3.5.1.6 Test condition for tests at site: Power frequency tests for the completed GIS
at site shall be possible without removing the VT. The primary and
secondary neutral terminal points, intended to be earthed, should be
insulated and shall withstand power frequency voltage of 3 kV rms for 1
minute. The VT shall be capable to withstand discharge current arising from
capacitance of underground cable circuits.
3.5.1.7 Technical Data Requirement:
Sr. Particulars Parameters

No.
1 Rated voltage 66kV/132/220kV/400kV
2 Highest system voltage 72.5/145/245/420 kV
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3 Rated frequency 50 Hz
4 P F (dry) withstand voltages 140 /275/460/610 kV
5 Voltage factor 1.2 continuous
6 1.2/50 micro sec. lightning impulse withstand voltage 350/650/1050/1450/kVp
7 Earthing Effective
400 kV/220 kV/66 kV class PT Core Details

Core Purpose Ratio Burden Class of accuracy
400/220/132/66KV/ 3
1 Metering 50 VA 0.5
110V/ 3
400/220/132/66KV/ 3
2 Protection 50 VA 3P
110V/ 3
400/220/132/66KV/ 3
110V/ 3
400/220/132/66KV/ 3
4 Spare 100 VA 3P
110V/ 3
400 kV/220kV/66kV class Line CVT PT Core Details

Core Purpose Ratio Burden Class of accuracy
400KV/ 3
1 Metering 50 VA 0.5
110V/ 3
400KV/ 3
110V/ 3
400KV/ 3
110V/ 3
3.5.2 BUSHINGS:
Outdoor bushings shall be provided for connection of conventional external

conductors to SF6 GIS if asked in general layout plan.
Suitable clamp & connectors shall be supplied with bushing. The dimensional
and clearance requirements for the metal clad enclosure shall be maintained
as per requirement of relevant standards.
All the bushings shall have an impulse & power frequency withstand level that
is higher or equal to the level specified in cl. 2.3.
Only SF6 insulated composite silicon bushings will be accepted. The

terminals on the outdoor bushings shall be a solid stem with dimensions
specified.
3.5.3 Metal-Enclosed Surge Arresters:
360KV, 20kA, Cl-4/ 198kV, 10kA, Cl-3/ 120 kV, 10 kA, Cl-3/ 60kV, 10KA, Cl-3
hermetically sealed, Gapless, ZnO, Surge arrestor, suitable for use with GIS,
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for each phase, at the 400 kV/220kV/132kV/66kV line underground cable

entry terminals of GIS shall be provided, if indicated in SLD/BOQ of
respective tender. Each Surge Arrester shall be provided with self leakage
current monitoring device at convenient elevation.
They shall have adequate thermal discharge capacity for severe switching
surges, long duration surges and multiple strokes. The surge arresters when
provided with pressure relief devices shall be capable of withstanding the
internal pressures developed during the above discharges without operation
of the pressure relief devices.
Surge Arresters, if any provided, shall be of either the “plug-in” construction or

the disconnect-link type and be attached to the gas-insulated system in such
a manner that they can be readily disconnected from the system while the
system is being dielectrically tested. The metal housing of the arrester shall
be connected to the metal enclosure of the GIS with a flanged, bolted joint.
The ground connection shall be sized for the fault level of the GIS. It shall be
insulated from the GIS-enclosure and grounded externally to permit periodic
maintenance and monitoring of the leakage current.
If the arresters are not equipped with removable links, special covers and any
necessary corona shields should be supplied so that the system can be
pressurized and dielectrically tested after removal of the arrester.
Access to the arrester ground connection, when it is provided with means for
leakage current monitoring should not be obstructed.
3.6 Insulating Gas and gas leakage rate
The GIS shall be furnished with sufficient sulfur hexa fluoride (SF6) gas to
pressurize the complete system in a sequential approach, one zone or
compartment at a time to the rated nominal density. The guaranteed leakage
rate of each individual gas compartment and between compartments must be
less than 0.5% p.a. for the service life of equipment.
The quality of new filled-in SF6 gas shall meet the following requirements in
line with IEC 60376.
SF6 > 99.90 % by weight
Air < 500 ppm by weight (0.25 vol.-%)
CF4 < 500 ppm by weight (0.1 vol.-%)
H2O < 15 ppm by weight (0.012 Vol-%)
Mineral oil < 10 ppm by weight
Acidity, in terms of HF < 0.3 ppm by weight
Hydrolysable fluorides,
In terms of HF < 1 ppm by weight
Reuse or recycling of removed gas:
The supplier should provide guidelines or recommended practices for the

reuse or recycling of SF6 gas removed from the equipment. These guidelines
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should be consistent with current industry practices, as they pertain to the

effect of SF6 on global warming; i.e. SF6 gas should be reused and recycled
whenever possible and never be unnecessarily released into the atmosphere.
Clear instructions shall be provided by bidder about handling, recycling &
treatment of new and used SF6 gas.
During commissioning dew point of SF6 gas shall be measured and

documented.
Components may be filled with N2 for transportation and refilled with SF6 at
site.
3.7 Gas sections
The GIS enclosures shall be divided into several gas sections separated by
gas-tight barriers. Each section shall be provided with necessary valves to
allow evacuation and refill of gas without evacuation of any other section.
Location of gas barrier insulators is to be clearly discriminated outside the
enclosure by a band of distinct colour normally used for safety purposes.
The gas system proposed shall be shown on a “gas single line diagram” and
submitted with the technical bid and in the event of an order for approval. It
should include the necessary valves, connections, density monitors, gas
monitor system and controls, indication, orifices, and isolation to prevent
current circulation. Means of calibrating density monitors without de-
energizing the equipment should be specified by the supplier.
For the purpose of gas monitoring and maintenance, the GIS shall be divided
into various individual zones in each bay. The CB gas zone shall be
independent from all other gas compartments and shall meet the requirement
of relevant IEC.
Each gas zone shall be furnished with a gas monitoring system consisting of
a gas density continuous monitoring device provided with two electrically
independent contacts which operate in two stages as follows:
a) First alarm : At a gas density normally 5 to 10% below the

nominal fill density.
b) Second alarm : Minimum gas density to achieve equipment

ratings.
In special cases determined by the supplier, a third stage with a set of

contacts may be necessary in certain areas.
Provisions shall be made for connecting pressure gauges, service cart, and
moisture test instrumentation to any one of the gas sections.
Permanent Gas Treatment Devices:
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Means shall be provided inside each enclosure for treating the SF6 gas by the
use of Desiccants, driers, filter, etc. to remove impurities in the gas.
All gas compartments shall be fitted with static filter material containers that will
absorb residual and entering moisture inside the high voltage enclosures.
Filters inside the breaker compartment shall also be capable of absorbing gas
decomposition products resulting from the switching arc.
3.8 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION FOR PORTABLE PD MONITORING SYSTEM

FOR GAS INSULATED SWITCHGEAR
3.8.1 GENERAL
The equipment shall be used for detecting different types of defects

in Gas Insulated Stations(GIS) such as Particles, Loose shields and Partial
Discharges as well as for detection of Partial discharges in other types of
equipment such as Cable Joints, CTs and PTs.
It shall be capable for measuring PD in charged GIS environment as EHV

which shall have bandwidth in order of 10 KHz – 500 KHz with possibility to
select a wide range of intermediate bandwidths for best measurement
results. The principal of operation shall be on acoustic technique and the
method of measurement shall be non-intrusive. The instrument is able to
detect partial discharges in cable joints, terminations, CTs and PTs etc., with
the hot sticks.
Detection and measurement of PD and bouncing particles shall be displayed

on built in large LCD display and the measurement shall be stored in the
instrument and further downloadable to a PC for further analysis to locate
actual source of PD such as free conducting particles, floating
components, voids in spacers, particle on spacer surfaces etc.
3.8.2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION:
2.1 Measurement shall be possible in noisy environment.
2.2 Stable reading shall be possible in presence of vibrations within

complex GIS assemblies, which can produce signals similar to PD.
2.3 Equipment should have necessary synchronizing circuits to obtain PD

correlation with power cycle and power frequency.
2.4 The equipment shall be battery operated with built-in-battery charger.

It shall also be suitable for 230V AC/50 Hz input.
2.5 Measurement shall be possible in the charged switchyard in the

presence of EMI/EMC.
Supplier should have supplied similar detector for GIS application to
other utilities. Performance certificate and the list of users shall be
supplied along with the offer.
2.6 Instrument shall be supplied with standard accessories i.e., re-
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locatable sensors with mounting arrangements, connecting cables

(duly screened) to sensors, Lap-top PC, diagnostic software,
carrying case, rechargeable battery pack with charger suitable for
230V AC, 50Hz supply connecting cables (duly screened) to view in
storage.
2.7 The function of software shall be covering the following:
- Data recording, storage and retrieval in computer

- Data base analysis
- Template analysis for easy location of fault inside the GIS
- Evaluation of PD measurement i.e, Amplitude, Phase
Synchronization etc.
- Evaluation of bouncing/loose particles with flight time and
estimation on size of particle.
- Report generation
2.8 To prove the suitability in charged switchyard condition, practical

demonstration shall be conducted before acceptance.
2.9 Supplier shall have “Adequate after sales service” facility in India.
2.10 Necessary training may be accorded to personnel to make use of the

kit for locating PD sources inside the GIS
2.11 Instrument shall be robust and conform to relevant standard.
3.9 GIS Connection:
3.9.1 GIS to TRANSFORMER/REACTOR:
1) For 400/220 KV transformers: (As specified in SLD / SECT DRG / BOQ.)

(A) 400 & 220 kV side: by GIS SF6 to air bushing (wall bushing or GIS bus duct) to
OIP condensers bushing of transformer by conductor.
OR
(B) 400 & 220 kV side by GIS SF6 to OIP condenser bushing by GIS bus duct. OR
220 kV side by GIS SF6 to XLPE cable (220 kV, single or twin, 1C 1200 mm2.)
OR
(C) Any Combination from (A) & (B).
2) For 220/66 kV transformers: (As specified in SLD / SECT DRG / BOQ.)

OR
(B) 220 & 66 kV side by GIS SF6 to OIP condenser bushing by GIS bus duct OR by
GIS SF6 to XLPE cable (220 kV, single or twin, 1C 1200 mm2/66 kV 2 X 630
mm2)
OR
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OR
GIS SF6 to XLPE cable (220 kV, single or twin, 1C 1200 mm2/ single or twin, 1C
132 kV 1000 mm2)
OR

OR
GIS SF6 to XLPE cable (132 kV, single or twin, 1C 1000 mm2/66 kV 2 X 630
mm2)
OR
The connection between GIS and high voltage cable at GIS end shall be done
through cable termination / cable sealing end. The plug in cable sealing ends for
XLPE cables shall consist of gas tight plug in sockets and prefabricated plugs with
grading elements of silicone rubber.
For transformer end connection the cable termination on structure shall be provided
outdoor, if specified in schedule of requirements.
When the SF6 to the bushing of an oil-insulated transformer / reactor is connected,

the transformer/reactor bushing must be oil-tight, gas-tight and pressure
resistant. Any temperature related movement and irregular setting of the
switchgear’s or transformer’s /reactor’s foundations are absorbed by the expansion
fittings.
3.9.2 GIS to LINE:
400, 220, 132 kV class: by GIS SF6 to air bushing (wall bushing or GIS bus duct) to
line termination gantry by conductor. (As specified in SLD / SECT DRG / BOQ.)
OR
220, 132, 66 kV class: by GIS to XLPE cable (220 kV – single or twin, 1C 1200 mm2,
132 kV - single or twin, 1C 1000 mm2, 66 kV - single or twin, 1C 630 mm2) to line
termination gantry by conductor. (As specified in SLD / SECT DRG / BOQ.)
SF6 GIS to XLPE Cable Termination :-
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Cable termination kit shall be supplied b y cable supplier. The ducts and t h e
c a s i n g s h a l l b e s u i t a b l e f o r t h e requirements for which it is designed. This
interface section shall be designed in a manner which will allow ease of operation
and maintenance.
The SF6 GIS to XLPE cable termination shall conform to IEC-859 (latest edition). The
provision shall be made for a removable link. The gap created when the link is
removed should have sufficient electric strength to withstand the switchgear
high voltage site tests.
The bidder may suggest alternative arrangements to meet these requirements.
The corona rings/stress shields for the control of electrical field in the vicinity of
the isolation gap shall be provided by the GIS manufacturer. All supporting
structures for the SF6 bus-duct connections between the XLPE cable sealing ends
and the GIS shall be supplied by the supplier. The supplier may specify
alternative connecting & supporting arrangements for approval of the purchaser.
The opening for access shall be provided in each phase terminal enclosures
as necessary to permit removal of connectors to isolate the XLPE cables to allow
carrying out the insulation tests. The typical arrangement drawing of
interconnecting bus-duct from GIS bay module to XLPE cable termination end shall
be submitted along with offer.
The design of the cable end box shall fully comply with the IEC standard. The
type and size of cable is specified. All end cable modules shall be suitable for
connecting single core, XLPE specified cable.
Necessary provision for termination of specified nos. of such power cables

shall be made in GIS. GIS supplier shall either carry out the work of
termination or coordinate with cable terminator for such connection as
specified in schedule of requirement. Provision shall be suitable for terminating
GETCO Approved cable.
3.10 Local & Remote Control and Operation

3.10.1 General
One local control cabinet (LCC) of OEM of GIS shall be supplied for the local control
and operation of each bay. Each LCC shall contain the local control, interlocking,
operation and indication devices for the associated GIS bay.
The LCC shall be mounted on each GIS bay. The LCC’s shall be located with
sufficient space for access and the possibility to work at the equipment even when the
LCC doors are open, or directly at the switch-gear in front of the related circuit
breaker.
The LCC’s shall be installed indoor/ OUTDOOR and care must be taken with
the design to ensure that all LCC’s are drip and splash proof. The LCC’s shall
also be dust and vermin proof. LCC shall comply degree of protection class IP-42
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according to IEC60529. The control and operation circuits shall be well shielded and
with safety measures to protect operator from touching energized parts. Power
frequency withstand of control circuits shall be 2 kV for 1 minute.
The LCC should have required arrangement for control and operations of GIS
from Remote i.e. from the control room through
The LCC shall include all required functions for control and supervision of a complete
GIS as well as the marshalling of all connections to and from the GIS bays.
Safe station operation is ensured through following base functions.

i) Feeder & station interlocking, depending on the position of all high voltage
components with their blocking functionality.
ii) Blocking of commands when crank handle of disconnector or earthing switches
is introduced.
iii) Extensive circuit breaker supervision through “Anti-Pumping”, pole
discrepancy, Gas density and position supervision of circuit breaker,
3.10.2 Required features for conventional local control cabinets
The LCC’s shall be provided with the following features:
a) A mimic diagram showing the single line diagram. Position indictors, on/off switches for
the HV devices and local / off / remote switches shall be installed on or adjacent to the
various symbols of the mimic diagram.
The following devices shall be supplied as a minimum:

- Circuit breaker control switch with ON – OFF indicating lamps. – Circuit breaker
“local-remote” selector switch.
- Disconnect switch, control switch with ON – OFF indicating lamps.
- Grounding switch, control switch with ON – OFF indicating lamps.
- Mimic bus including symbols according to the single line diagram.
- Monitoring control of all high voltage switching devices in a bay.
- Digital display of current, voltage, active and reactive power, power factor etc.
b) Any interposing relays and control switches associated with the circuit breakers
disconnect switches, grounding switches etc.
c) The alarm and indication for devices specified e.g. gas, DC & AC supervision.
d) Fuses and links. These shall be installed in the interior of the LCC’s
e) Terminal blocks for the terminating and marshalling of auxiliary supply circuits, control,
interlocking, and indication & alarm circuits from the GIS and for cable connections to
the remote control room or the owner’s control system.
f) Each LCC shall be furnished with a guarded resistance heater to prevent the internal
equipment from humidity deposit. The heater shall be rated 230 V AC and fed through a
two pole fused disconnect switch.
g) A fluorescent lamp and a duplex convenience outlet rated 230 V AC, 15 amps with
ground fault interrupter shall be installed in each LCC.
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h) The Local control cubicle shall be fitted with pre wired interface terminal blocks for
connection to user’s control & protection panels. The interface includes CT & PT inputs
for protection & Measuring system, Protection trip 1 & 2 signals, Aux switch contacts
etc.
3.10.3 Wiring Requirements
i. Each circuit breaker shall have control suitable for operation on 110 V/220 V
DC with two electrically independent trip circuits. The miniature circuit-breakers
(MCB) shall be provided for the closing circuit and an independent separate
switch fuse unit of suitable rating shall be provided for the primary and back up
trip circuits.
ii. Wiring shall be complete in all respects to ensure proper functioning of the
control, protection, and monitoring and interlocking schemes.
iii. DC circuit for trip coil 1 & 2 shall be wired separately.
iv. Wiring shall be done with flexible 1100V grade, FRLS, PVC insulated,
switchboard wires with 2.5 mm2 stranded copper conductor. The control wire in
a grouped environment shall not convey flame, continue to burn. Wiring
between equipment and control cubicle shall be routed through G.I. rigid
conduits and shall be done by PVC & screened cable only, with safety
measures to protect operator from touching energized parts.
v. Each wire shall identify at both ends with permanent markers bearing wire
numbers as per Contractor's wiring diagram.
vi. Wire termination shall be done with crimping type connectors with insulating
sleeves. Wires shall not be spliced between terminals.
vii. All spare contacts of relays, push buttons, auxiliary switches etc. shall be wired
up to terminal blocks in the control cubicle.
viii. Terminal blocks shall be 1100V grade, stud type with engraved numbers
suitable for termination of at least two numbers of 2.5 mm2 stranded copper
conductor. Terminal blocks for CT, PT, auxiliary AC & DC supply shall be
disconnecting link type.
ix. Not more than two wires shall be connected to any terminal. Spare terminals
equal in number to 20% active terminals shall be furnished.
x. Terminal blocks shall be located to allow easy access. Wiring shall be so
arranged that individual wires of an external cable can be connected to
consecutive terminals.
xi. Terminal connectors that carry power supply should be shrouded from
adjoining connectors.
xii. Manufacturer shall provide all control wiring and terminations internal to the
switchgear, and connecting the switchgear to the bay control cabinets.
xiii. All control cables shall be shielded. Cable shields shall be grounded.
Grounding connections shall be as short and direct as possible and shall
terminate at the point of entry to cabinets or terminal boxes.
xiv. Co-axial type cable glands suitable for use with shielded cables shall be used
at each termination.
xv. All control cables shall be installed and terminated in such a manner as to limit
the effects of transient electromagnetic voltages on the control conductors to
an acceptable level.
xvi. Any cabling within GIS shall be supported on cable tray. No cable shall be in
hanging position.
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xvii. Insulator cones shall be embedded in full return current carrying metal fixing
rings in order to avoid mechanical stresses to the cast resin part and to impart
full conductivity across the flange connection. Earthing of different gas
compartments/enclosures is not allowed with cross bonding with any metal
strips.
3.10.4 Connections within the GIS and their LCC’s
All cable connections between the various GIS modules and the LCC’s shall be made
by prefabricated multi-core cables with multipoint plug in connections on both the
ends. PTs & CTs circuit shall be wired with crimped type copper lugs.
All cables shall be shielded and adequate for their application (indoor / outdoor). The
cables shall be fire retardant low smoke.
The length and the number of terminal points of control wiring & SF6 gas connections
shall be minimized.
The electrical connections between the various gas sections shall preferably be made
by means of multiple contact connectors so that electrical connection is automatically
achieved when bolting on section to another. The surface of the connector fingers
and conductor tubes on such connections shall be silver plated.
3.11 Name plates
Name plates of the following types shall be furnished in a convenient central location
to provide information for operation and maintenance.
a) Gas Single Line Diagram showing all HV devices in a single line diagram with
the gas sectionalizing of the GIS indicated. Also shown shall be the GIS
nomenclature, a legend, Manufacturer’s type and serial number and year of
manufacture.
b) GIS Rating / Name plate:
Manufacturer’s name & address, type & designation, Sr. No, Maximum ambient
temperature, System frequency, Maximum continuous voltage, Maximum continuous
current at 40oC ambient temperature, Basic Impulse Level, Power Frequency one
minute voltage, Short circuit current, rms., symmetrical Short time (rms) current &
duration, symmetrical Momentary current, peak, Total weight of gas at rated density,
Rated gas pressure at 20oC. Opening pressure of the bursting disc, recommended
moisture limits of insulation gas (PPMV), Auxiliary voltages, Contract/Purchase Order
numbers, Total weight of the equipment
c) Equipment nameplate containing nameplate rating information for all HV modules

(like circuit breaker, disconnect switches, current transformer, voltage transformer,
surge arrester, etc.) as required in relevant IEC.
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d) Nameplates showing serial numbers and similar data specific to individual

components shall be mounted on the components. Each instrument transformer
must have its own rating plate mounted adjacent to each terminal box cover, will all
terminal and ratio markings. Each bay auxiliary control cubicle must be identified
with its designation to which it is assigned.
3.11.1 Bidder shall specify the number of skilled / semi-skilled / unskilled persons,
supervisors and Engineers required to be deputed for complete erection,
testing, commissioning of GIS board.
3.12 Type Tests:
Following type test reports from NABL laboratory, as specified in IEC standard 62271
– 203 & 62271-100 (amended up to date) shall be submitted for the offered type,
rating of GIS invariably with the technical bid. Bid without type test reports will not be
considered for evaluation. The type test reports shall not be older than FIVE years
and shall be valid up to expiry of validity of offer. The GIS shall be from the type tested
country works.
1. Tests to verify the insulation level (Lightning impulse, Switching impulse

and ac withstand test with PD) test on each GIS device (CB,
Disconnector, bus, etc).
2. Dielectric tests on auxiliary circuits.
3. Tests to prove the radio interference voltage (RIV) level.
4. Tests to prove the temperature rise of any part of the equipment and
measurement of the resistance of the main circuit.
5. Tests to prove the ability of the main and earthing circuits to carry the
rated peak and the rated short time withstand current.
6. Tests to verify the making and breaking capacity of the included
switching devices.
7. Tests to prove the satisfactory operation of the included switching
devices.
8. Tests to prove the strength of enclosures.
9. Verification of the degree of protection of the enclosure.
10. Gas tightness tests
11. Electromagnetic compatibility tests (EMC).
12. Additional tests on auxiliary and control circuits.
13. Tests on partitions.
14. Tests to prove the satisfactory operation at limit temperatures.
15. Tests to prove performance under thermal cycling and gas tightness
tests on insulators.
16. Corrosion test on earthing connections (if applicable).
17. Tests to assess the effects of arcing due to an internal fault.
18. Tests on solid dielectric components (operating rods, spacers, etc)
19. Seismic test
20. Test on Auxiliary switches (Electrical & Mechanical Endurance, Heat
run, IR & HV test)
Important note for type tests: The type test report shall be submitted for the offered
class and rating of GIS. However, the type test report for higher class/rating can be
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accepted for scrutiny of technical bid but the same test/s shall have to be carried out
on the offered class/rating GIS. Bidder shall invariably confirm to carry out the
required type test/s, special tests, before commencement of supply, without affecting
delivery schedule, free of cost, at NABL approved laboratory, or at suppliers works in
presence of GETCO representative, in the event of order.
3.13 Routine / Acceptance Testing:
During manufacture and on completion, all equipment shall be subjected to the

Routine tests as laid down in IEC Standard IEC 62271-203. All the acceptance tests
shall be carried out in presence of GETCO representative on offering the material for
inspection and testing by successful bidder. Tests shall include the following:
1. Dielectric test on the main circuit.
3. Tests on auxiliary and control circuits.

4. Measurement of the resistance of the main circuit.
5. Tightness test.
6. Design and visual checks.
7. Pressure tests of enclosures.
8. Functional tests
9. Tests on auxiliary circuits, equipment and interlocks in the control
mechanism.
10. Pressure test on partitions
11. LCC – Complete functional & interlock test as per approved drawings with
LCC duly connected to respective Bay GIS module in all respect.
- IR test
- HV test
3.14 Test Certificates:

a. Certified reports of all the tests carried out at the works shall be furnished in
required number copies for approval of the Owner.
b. The equipment shall be dispatched from works only after receipt of Owner/
Purchaser's written dispatch clearance & approval of the test reports.
c. Routine test certificates of bought out components shall be furnished.
d. Type test certificate on any equipment or component if so desired by the
Owner shall be furnished. Otherwise the equipment shall have to be type
tested, free of charge, to prove the design.
3.15 Tests after installation of complete GIS at Site:
After installation and before being put into service, the GIS shall be tested in
order to check the correct operation and dielectric integrity of the equipment as
laid down in IEC 62271-203. The successful bidder shall furnish a
commissioning test plan and a statement method for the tests on site.
Tests shall include the following:
1. Dielectric tests on the main circuits.
2. Dielectric tests on auxiliary circuits.
3. Measurement of the resistance of the main circuit.
4. Gas tightness tests.
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5. Checks and verifications.

6. Gas quality verifications.
7. On site power frequency voltage withstand test with PD test.
8. Tests as per IEEE C37.122.1 clause 4.10.5
9. Functional & interlock tests for all items
10. Demonstration of operational compatibility with SCADA
11. Visual inspection, checks & verifications.
12. Mechanical operation tests of circuit breakers, Disconnectors and
earthing switches and high-speed earthing switches
13. Insulation resistance measurement
14. Tests on CTs and PTs
15. Tests on Surge Arresters
3.15.1 Required test equipment
During the on site tests, the supplier shall provide all necessary test facilities
and equipment for the switch-gear power frequency tests, i.e. test bushing or
test cable, test adapter, test transformer or resonant test set etc.
3.16 SPARES:
Bidder shall submit a list and supply of following spares.

i) Recommended spare parts for three (3) years after guarantee period of
satisfactory and trouble-free operation.
ii) Commissioning spares
iii) Maintenance spares
iv) Special tools, tackles & spanner required during commissioning,
operation and maintenance.
v) Viewing mechanism
vi) Spare GIS modules of CT, Breaker, Isolator & LA.
All spares indicated in list for above shall be considered in the scope of supply.
Each list shall be complete with specification, ratings, type, make, identification
number, unit rate, quantity etc.
3.17 DRAWINGS, DATA & MANUALS:
Drawings, Data and Manuals shall be submitted in triplicate with the bid and in
quantities and procedures as specified in General Conditions on Contract and/or
elsewhere in this specification for approval and subsequent distribution after the issue
of Letter of Intent.
To be submitted with the Bid:
1. Typical general arrangement drawings of the equipments indicating space

requirement, room dimensions, crane capacity etc.
2. Technical Specifications of equipment and special tools explaining construction
features, principle of operation, special features etc.
3. Comprehensive QAP, FQP, SLD, Gas Schematic diagram, Technical
brochures, building requirements, Earth mat design, List of recommended
spares, special tools or fixtures, O&M manuals, environmental guide for
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handling SF6 gas & decommissioning, estimated time schedule for installation
& commissioning, bill of materials, and any other documents required for
successful commissioning & operation of complete GIS.
4. Control and protection:
Block & principle diagram showing proposed scheme, layout & equipment
arrangement drawings, catalogues & brochures of offered devices.
Successful bidder shall submit 3 sets of spiral bound volume of following drawings &
data for approval before commencement of supply:
1. A comprehensive Manufacturing Quality assurance plan with effective quality

assurance system.
2. Field Quality plan indicating instruction & procedures sequenced for storage,
assemble, maintenance and disassembly.
3. Assemble and maintenance clearance requirements.
4. Dimensional general arrangement drawing showing disposition of various
fittings, name plates indicating equipment ratings.
5. Structure Plan with details and loading
6. Foundation plan indicating loadings for all GIS equipment, supporting
structure and anchor bolt arrangements.
7. Assembly drawing for erection at site with part numbers and schedule of
materials Transport/shipping dimensions with weights.
8. Control schematic and wiring diagrams.
9. Gas schematic Diagram
10. Gas system installation procedures, gas handling procedures.
11. Grounding arrangement and ground bus details including Manufacturer’s
recommendation on Grounding of reinforcement bars of Column foundation.
12. Calculation of Voltage rise for GIS enclosure
13. Calculated point to point resistance for each assembly.
14. Calculation for Surge Protection
15. Design Calculations for Bus-bar sizing, Short circuit forces and vibration on
Bus-bar & each equipment, thermal stability and losses.
16. Any other relevant drawing or data necessary for satisfactory installation,
operation and maintenance.
17. Operating instruction & manuals for GIS and its accessories
18. The manual shall clearly indicate method of installation, check ups and tests
to be carried out before commissioning of the equipment.
19. The bidder shall note that the approval of drawings & documents by the
Owner does not relieve him of his contractual obligation.
The bidder may note that the drawings, data and manuals listed herein are minimum
required only. The bidder shall ensure that all other necessary write-up, curves, etc
require to fully describe the equipment are to be submitted with the bid.
All drawings shall be prepared by using AutoCAD and documents shall be generated
using Electronic version. The paper copy of the drawings & document shall be
submitted for approval & reference. All final drawings and documents shall be
submitted in CD in AutoCAD 2010 and MS office format as applicable for Owner’s
future reference. Also AutoCAD version of Main GA drawings is to be submitted for
Owner’s layout finalization.
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3.18 MAINTENANCE:
The operational integrity of the GIS switchgear shall not subject to external
influences, such as pollution, moisture, dust etc. As a consequence of this GIS
switchgear should be practically maintenance free, however, the details of inspection
required at regular interval shall be indicated in the offer. Visual inspection shall be
required not below 2 (two) years interval. Inspection shall not be required often than
every 10 years. During inspection it must not be necessary to open the switchgear
enclosures for interrupt operation of substation. Provision of functional testing of the
close and trip coils, auxiliary switches, pressure and control switches etc. shall be
provided. Following minimum maintenance period shall be accepted.
(a) Circuit breaker: 5000 closing and opening or 20 interruption at max rated current
(b) Disconnector: 5000 closing and opening operations.
(c) Fast acting earth switch: 2000 closing and opening operations or 2 making
operations on to max rated fault current.
The bidder shall provide the services of experienced persons, supervisors, engineers,
experts, etc., for complete specified work for satisfactory operation.
The bidder shall have dedicated localized after sales & service team which should be
capable any activity to operate complete GIS satisfactorily.
3.19 GIS Building
The GIS building, if it is a part of schedule of requirements, shall comply with

the requirements of Civil specifications.
The proposed arrangement of building and positions in which the switchgears

shall be installed relative to lines, transformers, cable circuit and any other
switchgear of any other voltages will be indicated in general arrangement
layout. The overall height of building shall allow for overhead traveling crane.
3.20 Design information to be submitted by bidder.
The bidder shall provide complete floor plan detailing the fixing positions,
levels and size of fixing bolt pockets and foundation required for all
equipments. Drawings giving similar details shall be provided.
All static and dynamic loads plus dimensional tolerances shall be given on
these drawings.
3.21 Guaranteed and technical particulars as called for in attached SCHEDULE ‘A’
shall be furnished along with the technical bid.
3.22 Training:
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Training to Ten (10) persons of GETCO on construction, installation,

commissioning and O&M shall be imparted by bidder free of cost. Duration of
the complete training shall be 7 working days, covering minimum below
specified curriculum. Any other specific area may be brought to notice and
included.
1. General Explanation for GIS

2. Layout and Architecture of GIS
3. Gas Sectionalisation of GIS
4. Construction of CB
5. Operating Mechanism of CB
6. Maintenance of CB
7. Overhaul of CB (Interrupting chamber)
8. Overhaul of CB (Operating Unit)
9. Construction of DS/ES
10. Maintenance of DS/ES
11. Overhaul of DS/ ES
12. Construction of Bus/ Cable head/ SF6 – air bushing
13. Maintenance of Bus/ Cable head/ SF6 – air bushing
14. Overhaul of Bus/ Cable head
15. Overhaul of various transformer connections
16. Operation of GIS with SCADA
17. Construction & Maintenance of Lightning Arrester
18. Construction & Maintenance of VT/CT
19. Construction & Maintenance of Local control panel
20. Erection of GIS at site.
21. Installation & Testing of GIS at site
22. Type tests of GIS
23. Routine tests of GIS.
24. Faults simulation of GIS
25. Localization of GIS fault.
Bidder shall at his cost arrange for the above training facilities and in addition shall
bear all living expenses plus inland travel expenses of all the trainees. The Purchaser
shall only pay to and fro passage of the trainees.
3.23 Shipment storage and installation:
All equipments shall be suitably packed and protected during shipment/transportation.

Each shipping unit shall be sealed in a clean dry condition with leak-tight shipping
covers securely mounted for shipment. All covers to be removed during installation
shall be clearly marked. Each shipping section shall be carefully sealed and filled with
dry gas to a slightly positive pressure to prevent the entrance of moisture and
contamination.
The packing method for the GIS equipment shall be standard and it shall be
guaranteed that each component of the equipment will not be damaged, deformed or
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lost. The storage instructions shall be submitted by bidder for long term storage.
Component requiring indoor storage shall be so identified.
Gas insulated switchgear (GIS) shall be properly packed to protect during ocean
shipment, inland transport, carriage at site and outdoor storage during transit and at
the site. Completely assembled bays (subject to transport limitations) of the GIS shall
be transported as one shipment unit.
Packing materials shall be dust and waterproof. All packages shall be clearly, legibly
and durably marked with uniform block letters on at least three sides. Fragile items
like bushings, CTs, VTs, LAs and fully assembled bays shall be securely packaged
and shipped in containers. Silica gel or approved equivalent moisture absorbing
material in small cotton bags shall be placed and tied at various points on the
equipment wherever necessary.
As far as possible, transshipment should be avoided.
Impact recorders (Accelerometers) shall be provided on the packages to confirm that

GIS has not suffered any shocks during shipment, transport, handling, etc. The
impact recorders readings are to be noted on receipt of equipment at site and
reported to user & manufacturer, in case the readings are exceeding the permissible
values. It shall be at discretion of user to accept or reject the same.
3.24 QUALITY ASSURANCE

Superior quality control system shall be adopted to assure high product quality.
Raw materials of the best commercial grade quality and high reliability shall be
used in the manufacture of GIS. High reliability of materials shall be ensured
so as to keep maintenance work to a minimum.
A quality assurance plan for major components such as breakers,
disconnecting switches, lightning arrestors, earth switches, etc. with in-process
inspection methods, tests, records, etc. shall be submitted with the technical
bid. Customer hold points will also be included in the plan, which shall be
mutually agreed by the PURCHASER and MANUFACTURER, and approved.
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BIDDING SCHEDULE
(To be filled in and signed by the Bidder)
SCHEDULE ‘A’
SCHEDULE OF GUARANTEED TECHNICAL PARTICULARS

FOR GAS INSULATED SUBSTATION
Sr No Particulars To be Filled by BIDDER

1 General
2 Name of manufacturer (OEM)
3 Country of Origin
4 Delivery from (location)
5 Type & Designation
Type tested at
Name of Laboratory
6
Address of laboratory
7 Installation (indoor or outdoor)

8 Standards applicable
9 No. of Phases
10 Single or Three Phase design
11 Configuration 400 kV 220 kV 132 kV 66 kV
i Number of Feeder bays
ii Number of transformer bays
iii Number of Bus coupler bay
iv GIS to transformer connection
v GIS to Feeder connection
vi Number of VT
vii Number of SA
Future extension possibility
12 Service conditions
i Ambiant Air Temp. in Deg. C
ii Max Temp. in Deg. C
iii Min Temp. in Deg. C
iv Daily Average Temp. in Deg. C
v Solar Radiation W/sq mtr
vi Altitude above MSL, in mtr
vii Pollution class
viii Creepage distance, in mm/kV
ix Relative humidity
x Condensation
xi Vibration level
xii Noise level
xiii Induced Electromagnetic Disturbance, in kV
xiv Seismic conditions
a Vertical
b Horizontal
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13 Enclosure
i Code of pressure vessel
ii Type of manufacturing
iii Design temperature in Deg.C
iv Material
v Material grade & applicable standard
vi Outside diameter in mm
vii Minimum Wall Thickness, in mm
viii Painting Shade & Thickness
a - External
b - Internal
ix Degree of Protection
x Inductance in H/mt
xi Capacitance in pF/mt
xii Resistance in Ohm/mt
xiii Expansion Bellow
a Material
Min allowable adjustable displacement
b Longitudinal
Transverse
xiv Sealing system
a Type
xv Estimated life in years
xvi Barrier
a Material
b Dielectric strength
14 Support Structure
i Material
ii Minimum thickness of galvanizing
iii Foundation channels /Anchor bolts
15 Grounding
i Grounding Material
ii Grounding of complete GIS
iii Grounding of individual compartment
iv Grounding at flange joints
16 System Parameters 400 kV 220 kV 132 kV 66 kV
i Highest System voltage in kV
ii Rated voltage of System in kV
iii Rated voltage of Equipment in kV
Rated Insulation level Phase to Earth and
iv
between Phases
One Min Power Frequency withstand voltage
a
kVrms
b Switching impulse withstand voltage, kVp
- Phase to Earth
- Between Phases
c Lightning Impulse withstand voltage, kVp
iv Rated Frequency
v Rated current in Amp
vi Rated current at 50 °C (equipment) in Amp
vii Rated current at 50 °C (bus bar) in Amp
viii Rated short circuit withstand current kArms
a Duration in sec
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b Peak, kAp
Enclosure withstand time for an internal fault
ix
in sec.
x Estimated total energy loss at
100 % of rated capacity
xi Measures taken to minimize Over Voltage
xii Phase labeling
Auxiliary supply (AC Voltage, Frequency;
xiii
DC voltage)
- Operation
- Control
- Illumination & heater
17 Delivery conditions
i Bays fully assembled at works
Dimensions of longest section for
ii
transportation
iii Weight of heaviest package
iv Pressure of SF6 gas during transportation
SF6 gas monitoring system provided during
v
transportation
18 Bus Bar 400 kV 220 kV 132 kV 66 kV
i Configuration (Single / Double)
ii Nos of Phases
iii Material
iv Size
v Rating
vi Current density adopted
vii Current density as per type test report
viii Short time current withstand rating in kA
ix Duration
x Resistance per phase
xi Surge impedance
xii SF6 immersed insulator
a Material
b Dielectric strength
Maximum Partial Discharges measured at
xiv
HSV
19 SF6 Gas
i Applicable standard
Quantity of SF6 Gas of complete GIS at
ii
filling pressure, in kg
Quantity of SF6 Gas of largest compartment
iii
GIS at filling pressure, in kg
iv Nos of Gas compartments
Quantity of SF6 Gas of individual
v
compartment GIS at filling pressure, in kg
vi Maximum permissible dew point, in Deg.C
vii
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vii Design pressure
a Circuit breaker
b Other compartments
ix Rated filling pressure
a Circuit breaker
x Type tested pressure.
a Circuit breaker
xi Routine test pressure
a Circuit breaker
Other compartments
b
xii Operating pressure of PRD
a Circuit breaker
Other compartments
b
xiii Alarm Pressure
a Circuit breaker
Other compartments
b
c CB lock out Pressure
d Over pressure signaling
Maximum SF6 Gas leakage rate, in % per
xiv
year
Density Monitor to be provided for each
xv
Individual gas compartment.
20 Circuit Breaker 400 kV 220 kV 132 kV 66 kV
i Applicable standard
ii Type
iii Designation
iv Operating Mechanism type
v Nos. of phases
vi Rated current in Amp
vii Mechanical Endurance class
viii Electrical Endurance class
ix Restrike probability class
x Rated SC breaking current
Rated SC breaking current - single phase
xi
test
xii Rated Line charging breaking current
xiii Rated Cable charging breaking current
xiv Capacitor bank switching capability,
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BC1
BC2
xv Inductive current
xvi Reactive current
xvii Out of phase making & breaking current
xviii Rated short line fault current
xix TRV characteristic
xx First Pole to Clear factor
xxi Nos. of interrupters per phase
xxii Type of arc control device provided, if any
xxiii Type of arcing contacts
xxiv Material of main contact
xxv Material of Arcing contacts
xxvi Filter material
xxvii Timings of operations
a - Opening at nominal control voltage
- Opening at minimum control voltage
b Closing time at nominal control voltage
Maximum pole discrepancy time
xxviii Tripping
Closing
xxix Rated operating duty cycle
xxx Tripping Coils
- No of coils
- Rated Voltage
- Rated Current
- Rated Watts
- Resistance
xxxi Closing Coil
- Rated Voltage
- Rated Current
- Rated Watts
- Resistance
xxxii Spring Charging Motor
- Rated Voltage
- Rated Current
- Rated Watts
xxxiii Spring charging time at rated Aux supply
xxxiv Spring charging time at min Aux supply
Maintenance required after nos. of operation
xxxv
at
i No load
ii Rated current
iii 25% of rated SC current
iv 50% rated SC current
v Rated SC current
e Provision of anti pumping
No of operations after switching off of motor
f
Aux. supply
xxxvi Provision of Manual trip
xxxvii Electrical interlocking
xxxviii Padlocking
xxxix Type of Operation counter provided
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21 DISCONNECTORS 400 kV 220 kV 132 kV 66 kV

i Applicable standards
ii Type
iii Rated current in Amp for
- Bus disconnector
- Line disconnector
- Transformer disconnector
- PT disconnector
Maximum Current that can be safely
iv interrupted by the Isolator (Amp).
- Inductive
- Capacitive
Rate Short time withstand Current in kA, for
v 3 sec
vi Rated peak short time Current, kAp
vii Rated bus charging current, in Amp
viii Type of contacts
ix Material of contacts
Current Density at minimum cross section
x (A/mm2)
Rated lightning impulse withstand voltage
xi across the open gap, kVp
Rated Power Freq withstand voltage across
xii the open gap, kVrms
xiii Mechanical Endurance class
xiv Type of Operating Mechanism
xv Operating Motor details
- Type
- Rated Voltage
- Rated Current
- Rated Watts
xvi Operating Time
- Closing
- Opening
xvii Mechanical indication on drive shaft
22 Maintenance Grounding Switch 400 kV 220 kV 132 kV 66 kV
ii Type
iii 3 sec
iv Rated peak short time Current, kAp
v across the open gap, kVp
vi the open gap, kVrms
vii Type of Operating Mechanism
viii Operating Motor details
- Type
- Rated Voltage
- Rated Current
- Rated Watts
ix Operating Time
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- Closing
- Opening
x Mechanical indication on drive shaft
23 Fast Acting Grounding Switch 400 kV 220 kV 132 kV 66 kV
ii Type
iii 3 sec
iv Rated peak short time Current, kAp
Rated induced current switching capability
v Rated capacitive current switching capability
vi across the open gap, kVp
vii
the open gap, kVrms
viii Electrical Endurance class
ix Type of Operating Mechanism
x Operating Motor details
- Type
- Rated Voltage
- Rated Current
- Rated Watts
xi Operating Time
- Closing
- Opening
xii Mechanical indication on drive shaft
24 Current transformers 400 kV 220 kV 132 kV 66 kV
i Type
ii Material
iii Position of Current Transformer
iv Reference Standard
v Rated Continuous thermal current
vi Rated Short Time current
vii Duration
a Feeder Bay CT
i Metering Core
- Ratio
- Output Burden
- Accuracy Class
- ISF
ii Protection Core -1
- Ratio
- Output Burden
- Accuracy Class
- ALF
iii Protection Core -2
- Ratio
- Output Burden
- Accuracy Class
- ALF
b Transformer Bay CT
i Metering Core
- Ratio
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- Output Burden
- Accuracy Class
- ISF
- Ratio
- Output Burden
- Accuracy Class
- ALF
- Ratio
- Accuracy Class
- Minimum Knee Point Voltage at highest
ratio
- Maximum Excitation Current at Vk
- Maximum Resistance at highest ratio
iv Protection Core -3
- Ratio
- Accuracy Class
- Minimum Knee Point Voltage at highest
ratio
- Maximum Excitation Current at Vk
- Maximum Resistance at highest ratio
c Bus Coupler Bay CT 400 kV 220 kV 132 kV 66 kV
i Metering Core
- Ratio
- Output Burden
- Accuracy Class
- ISF
- Ratio
- Burden
- Accuracy Class
- ALF
- Ratio
- Burden
- Accuracy Class
- ALF
25 Voltage Transformer 400 kV 220 kV 132 kV 66 kV
Type
Position of Voltage Transformer
Reference Standard
Rated Over Voltage Factor - Continuous
Short Time Over Voltage Factor
Duration
Partial Discharge Level
Thermal Rating of Primary Winding
26 Line & Bus VT 400 kV 220 kV 132 kV 66 kV
i Metering Core
- Ratio
- Output Burden
- Accuracy Class
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- Ratio
- Output Burden
- Accuracy Class
- Ratio
- Output Burden
- Accuracy Class
27 Enclosed Surge Arrester 400 kV 220 kV 132 kV 66 kV

ii Name of Manufacturer
Arrester Class & Type (with mfr type
iii
designation)
iv Applicable Standard
v Rated system voltage (kV)
vi Rated Arrester Voltage (kV)
Max continuous operating voltage (MCOV) –
vii
(kV)
i)Nominal Discharge Current (KA) with 8/20
viii
Micro-second wave
ii)Max resistive component of cont current at
MCOV-mA crest
iii)Max capacitive component of cont current
at MCOV -mA crest
ix Long Duration Discharge Class
Min. Energy Discharge Capability (KJ/KV
x
rating)
Max. switching current impulse residual
voltage (KVP)
xi
1000 Amps
250 Amps
xii Pressure Relief Class KA (rms)
High Current short duration impulse
xiii withstand level with 4/10 micro-second wave
(KA) peak
xiv Over –voltage withstand capability – KV
a) 100 Seconds
b) 10 Second
c) 1.0 Second
d) 0.1 Second
e) Reference Voltage (KV)
f) Reference Current (KA)
xv Surge counter
xvi Leakage monitor
28 Local Control Cubical 400 kV 220 kV 132 kV 66 kV
i Name of Manufacturer (OEM of GIS)
ii Location in GIS
iii Material
iv Sheet Thickness
v Degree of Protection
vi Padlocking arrangement
vii Major components of LCC
- Bay control mimic diagram
- Control Switches
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- Indicating lamps
- Position indicators
- Annunciation scheme
- Auxiliary relays
- Contact multiplication relays
- System parameters display
- Heater with thermostat
- Interface terminal blocks for relaying &
protection
29 GIS to Line connection 400 kV 220 kV 132 kV 66 kV
i Nos of XLPE cable can be terminated
ii Type of cable termination required
30 GIS to Transformer connection 400 kV 220 kV 132 kV 66 kV
i Nos of XLPE cable can be terminated
ii Type of cable termination required
31 Maintenance
Maximum down time for replacement or
i
removal of any part
Maximum down time for degassing and re-
ii
filling the biggest compartment
iii Time between two refilling of SF6 gas.
iv Recommended period for overhauling
Operation and Maintenance manual
v attached
vi Nearest local service centre
vii Minimum time of availability of local service
viii Availability of spares at local service centre
ix List of recommended spares attached?
List of recommended special tools, etc
x
attached?
xi List of commission spares attached?
xii List of maintenance spares attached?
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GETCO/ E/1,2,4,6TS – GIS/R3 Feb 13

SARADAR PATEL VIDYUT BHAVAN,

400 kV / 220 kV / 132 kV / 66 kV

GETCO/ E/1,2,4,6TS – GIS/R3 Feb 13

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDER

Please read following instructions carefully before submitting your bid.

6. The bidder is required to impart training in view of manufacture,

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR

The specification covers scope of design, engineering, fabrication,

1.2 Design Concept, construction & performance of SF6 GIS

Proper grounding for mitigating over voltages during disconnector operation

Viewing windows shall be provided at the Disconnectors and earthing switches

The number of transport/shipping splits shall be minimized to keep installation

The arrangement shall afford maximum flexibility for routine maintenance.

The ease of operation shall be ensured.

1.2.2 Modular Design & Future extensions

1.2.2.2 The switchgear shall be of the freestanding, self-supporting dead-front design,

1.2.3 Maintenance and repair of a circuit breaker

As much as possible, all the parts shall be of standard manufacturer with

1.2.5 Future Extension

1.2.7 The required switchgear shall be capable of being supplied in a completely

1.3 Specification requirements

1.4 Current Rating

The current rating of the switchgear should be assessed on the following

1.4.1 Capable of handling power to an extent of as to an ambient day-time mean

1.4.2 a) The switchgear described in this specification is intended for continuous

1.5 Electrical, Mechanical and Thermal Capability

The assembled equipment shall be capable of withstanding the electrical,

1.6 Insulation level

The switchgear and other equipment shall be designed for a maximum

1.7 Physical arrangement

1.7.1 The layout shall be properly designed by the bidder to completely

1.7.3 Optimized arrangements are required so as to reduce installation time,

1.8 Gas Sectionalisation

1.8.3 The arrangement of gas sections or compartments shall be such that it is

1.9 Expansion Joints and Flexible Connections

1.9.2 If necessary, the number and position of expansion joints or flexible

1.10 Barrier and Non-Barrier Insulators

1.10.3 The support insulators and section barriers / insulators shall be

1.12 Gas Treatment Requirements

Under normal operating conditions it shall not be necessary to treat the

1.13 Gas Monitoring Devices

warning can be given that the gas density/pressure is reducing to an

The conductors shall be made of aluminum alloy suitable for specified

Bellow compensators shall be made of Stainless steel to preserve the

The finish of interior surfaces of the metal-clad enclosures shall facilitate

1.16 General Finish and Cleaning

1.16.1 The equipment shall be manufactured and assembled at the manufacturer’s

1.17.8 SF6 Gas Processing Unit:

a) An SF6 gas-processing unit suitable for evacuating, liquefying, evaporating,

b) A wheeled maintenance unit shall be supplied which shall be self-contained

ii) Transfer of SF6 gas from a system at some positive or negative

1.18 Support Structures

All steel structure members shall be hot-dip galvanized after fabrication.

1.19 Auxiliary Equipment

The following items shall be included for a complete installation:

a) Control system including local control cabinets.

e) Special tools and tackles for installation.

1.20 Safety Precautions