1new 3 Phase Normal 15KV Distribution Transformers Write Up and

ETHIOPIAN ELECTRIC UTILITY
ENGINEERING AND QUALITY

DIRECTORATE
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION OF 15/0.4 KV THREE

PHASE DISTRIBUTION TRANSFORMER
Document No.
ETHIOPIAN ELECTRIC UTILITY EEU/EQ/TS-04-212
Issue No. Page 1 of 64

Title: Technical Specification for ordinary Transformers on (15/0.4) kV system
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Three Phase Pole Mounted ONAN Type Distribution

Transformers
1. Scope
1.1. This specification covers the design, manufacture, testing, supply, delivery of three
phase pole mounted Hermetically sealed outdoor Distribution Transformers with
natural or air cooling.
1.2. The transformers shall be suitable for Operation in outdoor exposed locations.
1.3. The specification covers the following ratings:
 15/0.4KV: 25KVA, 50KVA, 100KVA, 200KVA, 315KVA, 400KVA
1.4. The transformer shall conform in all respects to the highest standards of engineering,
design, workmanship of this specification and the latest revisions of IEC standards at
the time of offer and the purchase will have full right to reject any work or material
which are not in full accordance therewith. The offered equipment shall be complete
with all components necessary for effective and trouble-free operation. Such
components shall be deemed to be within the scope of the bidder’s supply irrespective
of whether those are specifically mentioned or not.
1.5. This Specification may not include all the necessary provisions of the contract
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2. System Parameters & Service Conditions

The transformers to be supplied shall be suitable for satisfactory continuous operation
under the following climatic conditions:
S. N Item Parameter
1 Altitude Altitude up to 3000 m
2 Annual Rainfall 1250 mm
3 Period of exceptional Rains June to September
4 Ambient Air Temperatures:

Yearly Average +300c
Minimum -50c
Maximum 500c
5 Relative Air Humidity 70%
6 Wind Velocity:
Maximum wind (height above ground level)

0-30m 35m/s
30-50m 45m/s
Up to 100 thunder storm

7 Isokeraunic Level days/year
9 Seismic Zone Zone 4
The Equipment shall be used in installations at altitudes up to 3000 meters.

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3. Reference Standard
The transformer shall comply in all respects to relevant international standards with the
latest editions or amendments thereof. In the event that no reference to Standard is made
herein, all components and parts shall be fabricated, inspected, tested and preserved, so as
to ensure their fitness for designed use and purpose. The bid shall include typical
dimensional and sectional drawings of the transformers and accessories.
Relevant
Standard Title
Identifications
IEC 60071 Insulation co-ordination
IEC 60076 Power Transformers
IEC 60137 Insulating bushings for alternating voltages above 1000 V
IEC 60214 On-Load Tap Changers
IEC 60296 Specification for unused mineral insulating oils for
transformers and switchgear
IEC 60317-0-1-2013 Specifications for particular types of winding wires-Part 0:
General Requirements-Section 1: Enameled round Copper
wire
IEC 60354 Loading guide for oil-immersed power transformers
IEC 60529 Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code)
IEC 60551 Determination of Transformer and reactor sound level
IEC 60554-3-1 Specification for cellulosic paper for electrical purposes-
Part 3: Specifications for individual materials, sheet 1-
General purpose electrical paper.
IEC 60567 Guide for sampling of gases and oil from oil filled
electrical equipment and analysis of free and dissolved
gases
IECITR 60616 Terminal and tapping markings for power transformers
IEC 60071-2 Insulation co-ordination Part 2 Application guide
IEC 60099-4 Surge arresters - Part 4 Metal-oxide surge arresters without

gaps for AC systems
IEC 60099-5 Surge arresters - Part 5 Selection and application
recommendations
Relevant
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Standard Title
Identifications
IEC 60722 Guide to the lightning impulse and switching impulse
testing of power transformers and reactors
In the event of direct conflict between various order documents, the precedence of authority of
documents shall be as follows –
I. Guaranteed Technical Particulars (GTP)

II. Specification including applicable codes & standards
III. Approved Vendor Drawings
IV. Other documents

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4. DESIGN OF TRANSFORMERS
4.1 General
4.1.1 The transformers shall be three phase or single-phase units of the hermetically
sealed tank type with oil immersed copper windings and shall be naturally cooled
(ONAN). They shall be suitable for operation in outdoor exposed locations. All
the active parts shall be completely submerged in oil and a pressure relief valve
and oil gauge mounted on the LV side of the top cover without overextended pipe
above the cover surface. The tank design shall allow for oil expansions under
normal and fault conditions as per service conditions.
4.1.2 The transformers shall be capable of operating continuously with rated power, and
at 30 °C average yearly temperature and at 50 °C maximum yearly temperature of
the external cooling medium, their specified temperature rise limits, i.e., the
maximum permissible temperature rise of the oil (top oil) shall not exceed 50° C,
the average temperature rise of the winding is to be limited to 55°C, and the
winding hot spot temperature rise shall not exceed 68°C as per IEC 60076-2.
If the annual temperature varies from 20°C, we will apply correction factors as
per IEC60076-2 Clause 6.3.2 (Table 2).
4.1.3 The transformers shall be capable of withstanding external short circuits for at
least 3 seconds following application of loading conditions specified in IEC
60076-7. The transformer shall have a minimum insulation life of 20.55 years and
service life at least 25 years
4.1.4 Neutral points shall be brought out on a bushing to enable LV transformer

earthing.
4.1.5 All specific schedules of guaranteed characteristics are stipulated in the technical
schedule. The transformers shall be designed and tendered in full compliance with
all further applicable sections, articles and drawings of the Specification.
Furthermore, each transformer shall comply with the stipulations mentioned
hereunder.

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4.1.6 All outdoor apparatus, including bushing insulators with their mountings, shall be
designed so as to avoid any accumulation of water.
4.1.7 The transformers of ratings 25kVA, 50kVA, 100kVA, 200kVA, 315kVA and
400KVA shall be pole mounted type
4.2 SEALING AND COOLING

The transformers shall be hermetically sealed oil transformers and shall be
manufactured with a sealed tank equipped with fins that allow the expansion at the
temperature variations. The tightness of the tank should be 0.5 Bar. The transformer
should be designed in such a way that oil does not come into contact with the air.
The transformers shall be core type oil immersed ONAN cooled, for outdoor
application, designed for continuous operation in the prevailing site conditions.
The design shall be based on site and service conditions as specified in this
specification.
4.3 Design of Cores

4.3.1 Core material
Only Prime and New core materials M3 Grade or better shall be used for the
core construction. The manufacturer shall provide all necessary proof and type
test report. The bidder should offer every batch of core lamination received from
its sub vendors along with Invoice of sub vendor, Mill test certificate, packaging
list, Bill of lading, custom clearance towards proof of prime core materials for
verification by the purchaser without any cost to the purchaser.
The design of the magnetic circuit shall be of non-ageing, Cold Rolled Grain
Oriented (CRGO) Silicon steel of minimum of M3 Grade (Nominal thickness of
0.23mm and maximum total loss at 1.7T to be 0.85w/Kg or better as per IEC
60404-8-7) high permeability without burrs and such as to avoid static
discharges, development of short circuit paths within itself or to the earthed
clamping structure and production of flux components at right angles to the plane
of laminations which may cause local heating.

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Each lamination shall be insulated with high quality insulation coating. The core
and its Clamping plates shall form a rigid unit structure, which shall maintain its
form and position under the severe stresses encountered during shipment,
installation and short circuits.
4.3.2 The flux density

The flux density at any point of the magnetic circuit when the transformer is
connected on tap No. 3 and operating at normal voltage and frequency shall be
stated and shall not exceed 1.7 Tesla.
4.3.3 Mechanical construction of cores

Care shall be exercised in the selection, treatment and handling of the core steel
to ensure that as far as possible laminations are flat and the finally assembled
core is free from distortion particular care shall be taken to secure even
mechanical pressure over the laminations, to prevent subsequent settling of the
core and to reduce noise and vibration during operation.
All parts of the cores shall be of robust design capable of withstanding any
shocks to which they may be subjected during lifting, transport installation and
service.
All structural members of the assembled cores shall be of steel. All castings shall
be fettled and structural steel adequately cleaned and painted before being built
into the structure any non-magnetic or high resistance alloy used shall be subject
to approval.
Adequate fitments shall be provided to enable the core and windings to be lifted
out of the transformer tank.
Adequate provision shall be made to prevent movement of the transformer

winding relative to the tank during transport and installation or while in service.
The supporting frame work of the cores shall be designed so as to avoid the
presence of pockets which would prevent complete emptying of the tank through
the drain valve or cause trapping of air during filling.
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The framework and core bolts shall be effectively insulated from the core so as to
reduce circulating currents to a minimum.

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4.4 Windings
4.4.1 General
The HV and LV windings shall be made of continuous smooth high-grade
electrolytic copper as per IEC 60317. The characteristics of copper required shall
be as per IEC 60076-5. The Purchaser will inspect the quality of copper material
used: size of copper, number of turns, weight of copper and density…etc.
The three medium voltage windings of the transformer shall be identical in order
to allow interchangeability.
Inter Layer insulation shall be in Grade K Diamond dotted press Paper.
Terminals of all windings shall be brought out of the tank through Bushings for
external connections.
The windings Shall be uniformly insulated and the LV neutral points Shall be
insulated for full voltage.
The completed core and coil assemble shall be dried in vacuum at not more than
0.5mm of mercury absolute pressure and shall be immediately impregnated with
oil after the drying process to ensure the elimination of air and moisture within
the insulation. Vacuum may be applied in either vacuum over or in the
transformer tank.
The windings shall be arranged so as to achieve, as far as possible, the

electromagnetic balance of the transformer at all voltage ratios but shall also be
positioned with due regard to the impulse voltages which may be impressed on
the windings.
The insulation of windings and of all connections shall be of approved materials

which shall not deteriorate under the action of hot oil or from other causes when
the transformers are operated continuously at maximum permissible loads.
The stacks of windings shall receive adequate shrinkage treatment before final
assembly.

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All leads or bars from the windings shall be brought out of the tank through
bushings for connection shall be rigidly supported. Stresses on coils and
connections must be avoided.
The coil clamping arrangement and the finished dimensions of any oil ducts shall
be such that they will not impede the free circulation of oil through the ducts.
4.4.2 Bracing of Windings

The windings and connections of all transformers shall be braced to withstand
shocks which may occur during transport or due to switching and other transient
conditions during service.
Any metal pieces in contact with end rings shall be so designed and secured that
they do not weaken the electrical or the mechanical properties of the rings.
If the transformer winding is built up of sections or disc coils separated by

spacers the clamping arrangements shall be such that equal pressure is applied to
all columns of spacers. All such spacers shall be securely located, shall be of
suitable material and shall receive adequate shrinkage treatment before assembly.
Technical data of the Medium Voltage windings (dimensions, number of turns, thickness
and type of wire, etc..) shall be supplied to Employer for purposes of windings repair, in
Purchaser's workshops.
The data shall be submitted together with the offer, or when submitting documents for
prototype approval.
4.5 Insulating Material

The HV and LV windings shall be separated so as to allow for cooling and ease of
repair. Insulating sleeves for the transformer tapping’s shall be in crepe paper and inter
layer insulation shall be in Grade K- Diamond dotted press paper.
There shall be double layer enamel insulation for the copper winding conductor. The
insulation shall be of class A with temperature class of 105oC as per IEC 60085.
Grade K- Diamond dotted Press Paper (Thermopox): is a press paper with qualities
to improve the mechanical strength of oil immersed transformer windings without

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reducing partial discharge levels in accordance with IEC standards 60641-2 and
60243-1
Crepe Paper: Crepe Papers shall be of type 3.2-130-100F or better in accordance with
IEC 60554-3-3. It shall have high elongation insulating properties useful for joining
and forming tapping leads of transformers. They shall have low dissipation factor
suitable for high voltage bushings of transformers, wire wrapping, and shielded rings
placed within end sections of Power transformer windings. Crepe papers shall be made
from high quality electrical grade Kraft base papers (100% sulphate wood pulp). The
technical characteristics of the paper according to IEC standards 60554-2 and 60243-1.

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4.6 MV Bushings
4.6.1 General design
Bushings shall be outdoor type, easily replaceable and shall be located on the
top. Bushing Material Shall be Porcelain material. Cemented in type bushing
shall not be accepted. The Bushing Shall be manufactured and tested in
accordance with IEC 60137 and DIN 42530, DIN 42532, DIN 42534 and
DIN42539.
MV bushings shall be rated to withstand the highest system voltage and the
maximum fault current of the windings when connected to the 15kV network
and for the same period of time.
Current carrying outer parts shall be made of tinned copper.
It shall be possible to change the bushings without removing the transformer lid.
Each bushing shall be marked with the name of the manufacturer and type. The
marking shall be visible after assembly of the fittings.
4.6.2 The bushings shall be equipped with line clamps suitable for the connection of
aluminum (up to 240mm2) or copper (up to 120mm2) conductors of medium
voltage line. The clamps shall be complete with necessary screws, washers and
nuts.
4.6.3 Adjustable Arcing horns shall be Provided on MV Bushings.
4.6.4 Minimum External Clearance: Phase to phase and Phase to Earth
Clearance
Voltage Phase to Phase Phase to Earth and Phase to Neutral Creepage Distance
15KV 280mm 280mm 525mm
33KV 480mm 480mm 1080mm
LV 80mm 80mm 70mm

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4.6.5 Creepage distance for MV bushings
The outer creepage distance for outdoor bushings shall not be less than
31mm/kV. The insulation levels of the bushings shall conform to the given in the
technical schedule.
System Distance between

Voltage Current Creepage Bushings Centers
(KV) Porcelain Type (A) Distance (mm)
15KV 30NF DIN 42532 630 525 280
30NF DIN 42533 Or
33KV 52/1000 DIN 42534 630 1080 480
The Bidder shall submit to the Purchaser Type tests reports of medium voltage
bushings, for approval of the bushings in the proposed transformers. The type tests
shall be performed according to the latest published International Standard IEC 60137
and shall include the following type tests:
 Wet power-frequency voltage withstand test
 Dry lightning impulse voltage withstand test
 Temperature-rise test
 Verification of thermal short-time current withstand test
 Cantilever load withstand test
 Verification of dimensions
The MV Rod diameter shall be greater than or Equal to M20 depending the current.
4.7 LV Bushings
The position of each LV bushing shall be permanently and legibly marked on the tank
or lid with a label corresponding to the rating plate designation. The LV neutral
connection shall have a permanent, special marking, different from the phase
connections.
LV bushings shall be sufficiently rigid to take the weight of up to 150mm 2 AB cable

connected between the LV bushing and the adjacent pole. Alternatively, a support

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bracket may be provided that can be attached to the tank of the transformer, to offer
support to ensure no damage of the bushings because of movement of the AB cable.
The LV bushings shall be equipped with line clamps suitable for connecting
aluminium and copper conductors as follows. LV bushings shall have phase clamp up
to 185 mm2, neutral clamp 120 mm2. A suitable LV clamps and/or a terminal pad to
take multiple conductors shall be provided. The clamps shall be complete with
necessary screws, washers and nuts.
The LV Rod diameter shall be greater than or Equal to M20 depending the current.
4.8 Bushing Labels

The HV bushings shall be labelled - 1U, 1V, 1W and the LV bushing 2u, 2v, 2w, 2n.
The labelling of the phases shall be by permanent raised lettering on the transformer
tank or cover. Phase identification by adhesive stickers is not acceptable.
4.9 VIBRATION AND NOISE

The maximum noise level (A-weighted surface sound pressure level) shall not exceed
the values given in the following table and measured at a distance of one meter from
the transformer. The noise level test shall be performed according to Standard IEC
60076-10 using noise level meter periodically calibrated according to IEC 61672-3.
Additionally, the technical specification of the noise level meter shall state that noise
level meter meets the requirements of the IEC 61672. All relevant documents shall be
presented to the Ethiopian Electric Utility before performing noise level tests.
Rated A-Weighted Surface

Power, Sn Sound Pressure Level
(kVA) (dB(A), 1m)
50 45
100 46
200 47
315 48
400 50

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Every care shall be taken to ensure that the design and manufacture of all transformers
and auxiliary plant shall be such as to reduce noise and vibration to the level of that
obtained in good modern practice.
4.10 DUTY UNDER FAULT CONDITIONS

Any transformer may be directly connected to an underground or overhead
distribution line and switched into and out of service together with its associated
distribution circuit.
The Transformer shall be capable of carrying its normal rating continuously at any tap
without undue stress and Overheating.
All transformers shall be capable of withstanding for three seconds without damage
any external short-circuit.
4.11 EXTERNAL AND INTERNAL WIRING

No riveted, screwed or soft-solder connections are to be used in the wiring and
cabling between the winding and the points of connection of the bushing or tap
changer.
Any wiring liable to come in contact with oil shall have suitable oil resisting
insulation. The ends of stranded conductors shall be treated to prevent creepage of
oil inside the wire. There shall be no possibility of oil entering connection boxes
for cables or wiring.
Unless otherwise approved high temperature, insulation shall be provided on all

wiring when this comes into contact with the transformer tank.
Where the use of conduits is agreed the runs shall be laid with suitable falls and the
lowest parts of the run shall be external to the kiosks or boxes. All conduit-runs
shall be adequately drained and ventilated. Conduits shall not be run at or below
ground level. The external cabling on transformers shall be armored or alternatively
protected from mechanical damage in an approved manner.

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4.12 DRYING OUT BEFORE OIL FILLING

All transformers shall be dried out before filling them with oil, at the
manufacturer’s works and the transport and method of erection thereof so arranged
that unless otherwise approved they may be put into service without further drying
out on site. The method of drying out and the arrangement for transport and
erection shall be subject to approval. Any subsequent drying out which may be
necessary after taking over will generally be carried out on site, and the Supplier
shall submit to the Engineer for his approval details of the method which he
recommends. These details should be incorporated in the Maintenance Instruction
Manual.
4.13 Electrical Data

4.13.1 Short-circuit Currents
The transformers shall withstand the thermal and mechanical effects of any short-
circuit that can appear at the terminal of any winding. The short-time current (3sec
(rms.) shall be for the specified system fault levels.
4.13.2 Insulation Level

The complete transformer arranged for service shall comply fully with the
requirements of IEC 60076-3 including altitude correction factor
The transformers shall be designed for the following insulation levels.
Rated short
duration power Rated lightning
Highest voltage frequency impulses
System for equipment withstand voltage, withstand voltage,
Voltage(kV) Um kV (rms.) kV(rms.) kV (peak.)
15 24 50 125
4.13.3 Rated Power
The rated output at +50 °C maximum ambient temperature shall be one of the
preferred ratings 25, 50, 100, 200, 315 and 400 Rated Voltage
The transformers are required to operate from the 15kV network as follows:
Prepared by Sign Checked by Sign Approved by((15/0.4

Sign(Phase Rev.No.
to Phase))Date
KV Page
Abebaw Belay Three-phase 4 wire LV
Elias Azene No. 16
Chala Aman 03/2021 Aug 13,2021
((15/.22)
PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT THIS IS THE CORRECT ISSUE (Phase
BEFORE USE to Neutral)) KV
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All secondary voltage ratings shall be at full load current at nominal tap.
4.13.4 Vector Group

The vector group of the three-phase transformers shall be Dyn5.
4.13.5 Impedance Voltage
The Percentage impedance of transformer at 75oC shall be as stated in the
following table as per IEC 60076-5. The tolerance will be +/-10% at principal
tapping and +/- 15% at any other tapping of the pair
KVA
Rating 25 50 100 200 315 400
% Impedance for 15kV 4 4 4 4 4 4
4.14 Off-load Tap Changer

Tapping shall be carried out by means of an off-load tap changer. The tap changer
shall be designed, manufactured and tested as per IEC 60214-1 and 60512.
The MV windings shall be provided with an off-load tap changer providing 5

positions and each step shall be 2.5%. The tap settings shall be 5% +2.5%, 0%, -
2.5%, -5%, for three phase transformers.
The off-load tap changer shall have an externally operated mechanism for manual
operation. The selector switch shall be gang-operated by an accessible single
handle from the ground at convenient floor height Tap positions shall be clearly
identified. The operating mechanism shall have an effective locking device for
locking the tap changer in any desired position. All transformers shall be capable of
operation continuously without injurious sheathing when operating on any tapping
position and at 150% continuous loading and over-voltage surges.
4.15 Losses
The bid shall be accompanied with Type test reports (Short circuit test and Impulse
test) conducted at independent third-party testing Laboratories for the offered
transformers including the surge arrestor within five years from the date of the bid.
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the offered transformers satisfy all the design requirements set out in this
specification.
In case of any doubts, Ethiopian Electric Utility (EEU) reserves the right to verify
the original type test reports of the independent third-party testing Laboratory or
ask the supplier to conduct the type tests at an independent third-party independent
testing laboratory which is approved by EEU Type test without ADDITIONAL
COST to the employer (EEU)
The maximum Load losses and No-Load losses at rated load and conditions shall
be as given below:
Rating 15KV Distribution Transformer
Rating (kVA) No-load loss Load loss
25 Three Phase 70 900
50 Three Phase 90 1,000

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The above losses are the maximum allowable and there should not be any positive
tolerance. Bids with higher losses than the above specified values would be treated
as non-responsive and will be rejected automatically.
Bidders are required to submit their guaranteed No losses and Load losses (at
75oC) for each proposed transformer type.
However, the manufacturer/Supplier can offer losses less than the above stated
values. The utility will evaluate offers with losses lower than the maximum
allowable losses on total owning cost basis in accordance with IEC 60076-20-2017
Appendix A.
TCO: Total Cost of Ownership

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In comparing Bidder’s proposal and for Penalty losses will be capitalized at the
rates given Below:
o No Load Loss US $6,000 per kilowatt. (A)

o Load Loss US $3,200 per kilowatt. (B)
If the Bid currency is other than US$ the exchange rate at the time of bid
submission will be used.
If, on delivery, the tested losses exceed the guaranteed losses up to 20% then losses
in excess of the guaranteed values shall be capitalized at the evaluation rate and the
amount deducted from the contract price. If the measured value of loss is above
20% of the quoted value, the purchaser shall reject the transformer.
There will be no credit for losses less than the guaranteed value other than for
evaluation purposes.
4.16 Transformer Tanks

4.16.1 Tank with Accessories
The tank Shall be of Hermetically Sealed Construction. The transformer top cover
shall be bolted type and fitted with neoprene bonded cork gasket suitable for
temperatures as specified in this specification.
The top cover of the tank shall be slightly sloping to drain rain water.
The tank shall be designed for natural cooling (ONAN) with corrugated walls.
The main tank body shall be pressure tested and a certificate issued/signed by
ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited Laboratory ascertaining the soundness of all welded
joints in accordance with relevant ISO standards. A copy of certificate shall be
supplied. Tanks with corrugations shall be tested for leakage test at a pressure of
0.25kg/cm² measured at the bottom of the tank. Cooling fins shall be welded with
round stiffening rods to prevent vibration during operation of the transformers.
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Lifting lugs shall be available for lifting the core and coils out of the tank. The
hooks that will be used for anchoring the core shall be so located as not to foul with
the core coil assembly.
Gaskets used shall be oil resistant and made of such a material that no serious
deterioration occurs under service conditions. Rubber gaskets used for flange
connections of the various oil compartments shall be laid in grooves. Gaskets of
neoprene and/or such material which can be easily damaged by over-pressing (e.g.,
any kind of impregnated/ bonded cork) are not acceptable. Use of hemp as gasket
material is also prohibited.
Lifting lugs: 4 Nos. Heavy duty suitable lifting lugs
Pulling lugs: 4 Nos. Heavy duty suitable horizontal pulling lugs.
All transformers shall be capable of giving their continuous rated output without
exceeding the specified temperature rise.
Galvanized fixing bolts, nuts and washers shall be supplied.
The tank width shall be max. of 1200mm and minimum of 900mm.
4.16.2 Tank bottom

Thickness of tank bottom shall not be less than 6 mm.
4.16.3 Tank Cover
Thickness of tank cover shall not be less than 5 mm.
4.16.4 Tank Sides

Thickness of tank sides shall not be less than 3.15 mm.
4.16.5 Corrosion Protection
The inner surfaces of the tank, shall be coated by an oil resistant paint.
The smaller parts such as brackets, etc. shall be hot-dip galvanized. Fasteners
mounted on hot-dip galvanized or ready painted part shall be galvanized or made of
stainless-steel ISO class F1 or A2.
All steel surfaces shall be sand blasted in accordance with DIN 55928 Part 4 and
shall then be painted in the following sequences.
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Layer
Coatings Kind Thickness
One (1) primer two-component epoxy zinc phosphate 60µm
coat
One (1) Two-component epoxy micaceous 60µm
intermediate coat iron oxide
One top coat (1) Two-component polyurethane 40µm
Total coatings thickness (dry film) 160µm
The final coat of painting shall be of pore free and homogeneous quality and shall
be of a uniform shade of code RAL 7032(silica grey) paint for the outside surfaces.
Manufactures are free to select the inner transformer paint color.
If any hot dipped galvanized parts are provided the same painting method shall be
applied, however instead of two primer coats one adhesive coat and one base coat
shall be applied. In this case the mean thickness of galvanizing shall be 70 µm.
Mechanical damage shall be repaired at site with original paint as above.
4.16.6 Filling Valves

A filling stub with an inner diameter of at least 25-mm shall be placed at the top of
the cover.
4.16.7 Oil drain Valves

Transformers shall have a lockable 25-mm BSP oil drain plug placed at the bottom
of the tank. The oil drain device shall conform to IEC 60076.
4.16.8 Monitoring Devices

All transformers shall be equipped with an oil level, Pressure relief valve and
temperature indicator.
4.16.8.1 Oil Level Indicator

All transformers shall be equipped with a magnetic oil level, mounted on
the transformer. The window of the oil level indicator shall be directed
towards the low voltage of the transformer.

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4.16.8.2 Overpressure Relief Device

The transformer shall be equipped with an overpressure relief device of
a type approved by the Ethiopian Electric Utility.
The overpressure relief device shall be covered with a suitable "cover" to

protect persons in the vicinity of the transformer against the spurting of
hot oil in the event of an internal fault of the transformer. The cover
(window of the cover) shall be directed toward high voltage side of the
transformer.
The "cover" shall be of a type approved by the Ethiopian Electric Utility.

4.16.8.3 Thermometer Pocket
The transformer shall be equipped at the top with a cylindric pocket for a
thermometer to measure the oil temperature. The temperature detector
monitors the temperature of the oil. If the oil temperature raises to certain
level above the requirement, the transformer will be disconnected from
service.
4.17 Transformer Oil

The transformer shall be filled with oil up to maximum permissible level before
delivery. The complete first filling Shall be of new oil free from inhibitors and
additives up to maximum permissible level for the supplied transformer. The oil
shall contain at least 0.3% by weight oxidation inhibitor of type (DBPC) according
to IEC 60296. The oil shall be new and satisfied to contain less than 2 mg/Kg (not
detectable) of PCB’s.
Each transformer shall be supplied with standard insulating oil conforming to the
requirements of IEC 60156 and the oil shall have a high dielectric strength
(breakdown voltage >70KV).
Mixing different products or products from different suppliers is not permissible.
The type of insulating liquid, e.g., “Mineral oil-based insulating oil pursuant to
DIN VDE 0370”/relevant IEC is to be indicated on the rating plate of each
transformer.

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Certification of the absence of PCB is to be submitted for each transformer.
4.18 Lightning/Surge Arrester

Each Transformer Shall be complete with lightning/Surge arrestor mounted on
brackets (one per phase) fitted under the HV bushings with galvanized iron earth
strip of at least 25 mm X 4mm connected to the body of the transformer with
necessary fixing arrangements suitable to allow for physical disconnection of
operated surge arrester.
The fixing arrangement for the surge arresters shall be universal type to accept a
wide range of Lightning/Surge arresters and shall be subject to approval by
Ethiopian Electric Utility before manufacture.
All ferrous parts of mounting brackets shall be protected against corrosion by the
hot dip galvanizing to ISO 1461.
The Lightning/Surge Arrester shall be as per the technical specification attached in

the Appendix.
The bid shall be accompanied with Type test reports conducted at independent
third-party testing Laboratories for the offered Lightning Arrester within five years
from the date of the bid.
4.19 Undercarriage
The following undercarriage shall be provided as specified in the technical
schedules.
Under frame for Pole mounted transformers
Transformers shall be fitted with an under frame suitable for bolting the
transformer to a pole mounted platform in case of pole mounted transformers.
4.20 EARTHING TERMINAL

The material shall be copper or brass type earthing flag approximately 63 mm
square and a thickness not less than 6 mm with a center hole of 12 mm diameter
shall be welded externally to the tank, one on the tank cover and one on the base
frame.
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A grounding sign shall be put next to the grounding screw. The marking shall be
stamped and red color painted on tin plates which shall be fastened with
transformer.
4.21 EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES

Each transformer shall be provided with the following.
1) Rating and diagram plates bearing the data specified in the appropriate IEC
recommendations.
Marking for the HV 1W 1V 1U

side
Marking for the LV 2W 2V 2U 2N from right to left of MV

side side.
2) Oil filling and drain valves. It shall only be possible to open these valves with a
special key/spanner to discourage tampering.
3) Tank earthing terminal. M12 size screws -2 Nos. one on the tank cover and another
on the base frame suitable for copper earthing wires.
4) Lifting and pulling fittings
5) Oil level indicator: This shall be readable by an operator standing at ground level at
distance of up to 5 meters away from the transformer. It shall have maximum and
minimum oil level markings which shall fall within range.
6) Unit center lines marked clearly on the tank sides.
7) Spark gaps on the HV bushing
8) Pressure relief Device: The pressure relief device shall have a flow rate of 16.5
litres/sec at 100KN/sqm operating pressure shall be 40KN/m2
9) Top oil thermometer
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11) Locking device for the off-circuit tap changer
12) Arcing Horns
13) Pole mounting Supports
14) Lightening Arrestor three/ one per phase
15) Galvanized steel plates (for installation of lightning/Surge arresters and fuses)
5. Inspection and Testing

The tests shall be performed in accordance with the latest published recommendations of
the IEC 60076 and this specification by and at the expense of the manufacturer.
For Medium Voltage Bushing tests, please refer clause 4.6.6
The pertinent professionals shall be given access to the Manufacturing Works (Factory) at
all reasonable times for the purpose of inspection of the manufacturing and testing facilities
available in addition to inspection of the equipment.
The tests will be divided into the following categories:
1. Type Tests,
2. Routine Tests and
3. Acceptance Tests.
Prior to the tests the supplier shall submit an outline of the procedures and tests in its plans,
to demonstrate fulfilment of the requirements specified in subsequent sections of the
detailed technical specification.
Before regular manufacturing commences, samples of the equipment i.e. The transformers
shall be made available for testing to ensure compliance with the design.
The Buyer reserves the right to call for type tests on the equipment at the Supplier’s
expense, on samples selected at random at the Manufacturer's Works and witness these
tests at an approved independent third-party standard Laboratory. Failure to meet the
conditions of test could result in the rejection of a complete batch of equipment’s.

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The Buyer will have the authority to delay delivery of any items of equipment, which have
not been tested and approved in accordance with the Contract.
The Supplier shall report on progress and will compare the Supplier’s production program
with actual progress and shall report in a timely manner to the Employer the reason for any
delays.
During the course of manufacturing/fabrication, Routine tests shall be conducted in

accordance with the relevant IEC 60076/BS/ISO standards.
The Supplier shall submit copies of the Routine test reports of the equipment/ material
along with the inspection offer.
The inspection and acceptance tests shall be carried out in accordance with the provisions
in the applicable standard, supplemented by the specific requirements indicated in the
technical specifications free of cost to the Employer.
At least 15 days’ notice of the date, time and place of all tests shall be given to the Buyer so
that arrangements can be made to have the test witnessed.
In addition to the above requirements, the following requirements shall apply and take
precedence.
5.1 TYPE TESTS

In addition to the IEC requirements the following type tests shall be conducted on the
Transformers of identical design to prove that the offered transformers satisfy all the
design requirements set out in this specification.
1) Temperature Rise Test (IEC 60076-2)

2) Dielectric tests (IEC 60076-3)
3) Short-circuit withstand test (IEC 60076-5)
4) Determination of sound level (IEC 60076-10)
5) Measurement of No-load loss and current at 90% and 110% of rated voltage.
The type test report shall be traceable, shall have the names and have the signatures of
those who performed the type tests, those who approved the type tests reports and
those who witnessed the tests. The type test report shall contain detailed drawing of
tested equipment, photos of the equipment prior to and after the tests
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5.2 ROUTINE TESTS

The transformer shall be subjected to all routine tests as stipulated in IEC 60076 and
the following Routine Tests at the manufacturer’s works. Routine tests shall be carried
on the whole transformers.
Checking of weights, dimensions, fittings, accessories, tank sheet thickness, oil

quality, material, finish and workmanship as per Guaranteed Technical Particulars and
contract drawings.
1) Measurement of winding resistance (IEC 60076-1, clause 11.2).
2) Measurement of Voltage Ratio and check of phase displacement (IEC 60076-1,

clause 11.3).
3) Measurement of short circuit impedance and load loss (IEC 60076-1, clause 11.4)
4) Measurement of no-load loss and current (IEC 60076-1, clause 11.5)
5) Energy Efficiency value
6) Dielectric routine tests (IEC 60076-3).
7) Tests on on-load tap-changers, where appropriate (IEC 60076-clause 11.7).
8) Leak testing with pressure for liquid immersed transformers (IEC 60076-clause
11.8).
9) Tightness tests and pressure tests for tanks for gas filled transformers (IEC 60076-
15).
10) Check of core and frame insulation for liquid immersed transformers with core or
frame insulation (IEC 60076-clause 11.12).
5.3 AIR PRESSURE TEST

The finished transformer with all the fittings, including bushings in position shall be
tested for leakage at a pressure that is 10% below the pressure at the altitude specified
under system conditions for 10 minutes. There should be no leakage at any joint. This
shall be carried on all the 5% samples.

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5.4 ACCEPTANCE TESTS

All acceptance tests as stipulated in the relevant standards and as given below shall be
carried out by the supplier in the presence of the Employer’s/Buyer’s representative on
10% samples.
1) Visual Inspection
2) Measurement of winding resistance and Megger test.
3) Voltage ratio measurement and check of polarity or vector group symbol - at all tap
positions. Bushing positions shall have permanent markings at this stage of
production.
4) Power frequency test.
5) Measurement of impedance voltages.
6) Measurement of load loss @75oC
7) Measurement of no-load loss and no-load current @75oC
8) Dielectric test
9) Induced over voltage withstand test - 30kV and 66kV for 60 seconds on the 15kV
and 33kV windings respectively.
10) Tap changer test.
11) Coordination test for LV circuit breaker and HV Fuse links, if applicable.
5.5 Special Tests

Other type and routine tests, shall also be carried out as per IEC60076-3 clause 7.3.3.2
with the interest of the employer without additional price.
5.6 TESTS ON BUSHINGS (H.V.& L.V.)

The bidder should test the bushing as per IEC 60137-2008 and should submit the test
result to EEU. Tests shall be conducted on the transformer bushings as detailed below:
1) Dry flash over voltage

2) Wet flash over voltage

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3) Dry one minute withstand voltage

4) Wet one minute withstand voltage
5) Impulse withstands voltage (1.2/50Micro seconds +ve wave)
6) Minimum oil immersed flashover voltage.
6. Marking
Each transformer shall be provided with a rating plate showing the information stated in the
IEC standards. The plate shall be in both Amharic and English. The words "Property of
Ethiopian Electric Utility", the EEU logo, the contract number and loan number and a
unique identification number (to be advised by the Employer) shall also be engraved on the
rating plate.
6.1 RATING, DIAGRAM AND PROPERTY PLATES

The following plates shall be fixed to the transformer tank at an average, readable
height.
1) A rating plate bearing the data specified in IEC 76 or other approved standard.
Indicating the following shall be fixed on the same side as LV bushings,
2) Name of manufacturer,
3) Manufacturer’s serial number,
4) Year of manufacture,
5) Rated power,
6) Rated frequency,
7) Rated voltages,
8) Rated currents,
9) Connection group symbol,
10) short-circuit impedance,
11) Total mass,

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12) Mass of insulating oil,
13) Temperature rise limit of oil and windings,
14) Insulation level,
15) Type of cooling,
16) Tapping range and no. of taps,
17) Each bushing shall be marked with the name or trademark of the manufacturer,
18) A diagram plate showing the internal connections and also the voltage vector
relationship of the several windings. In addition, a plan view of the transformer
giving the correct physical relationship of the terminals shall be given. When links
are provided for changing the transformer group symbol and/or ratio, then means
shall be provided for clearly indicating in which mode the transformer is
connected. The transformer ratio shall be indicated for each tap,
19) A property plate engraved to the instructions of the Engineer,
20) The above plates shall be of anodized sheet aluminium OR stainless steel or of
other material capable of withstanding continuous outdoor service and shall all be
suitably mounted to prevent vibration, rattling or corrosion.
7. TRANSPORT
Irrespective of the actual method approved for transport to the individual site, all
transformers shall be suitable for transport with the transformers full of oil unless otherwise
approved.
The Supplier shall be responsible for ascertaining the methods and limitations of transport
to site and designs affected by these factors be subject to agreement.
8. PACKAGING
Each Packaging Shall be clearly marked in Print (Capital Letters) with the following data in
each transformer:
 Manufacturer/Supplier Name and Trademark

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 Ethiopian Electric Utility

 Contract No.
 Serial No
 Transformer size and Weight
 Instructions for unloading with a mobile crane and with a fork-lift truck, checking of
the correctly balanced during the transportation.
 Lifting and Tying Points
Each transformer shall be covered by separate transparent Plastic
9. QUALITY PLANS
The bidder shall draw up for each section of the work quality plans which shall be
submitted to the Purchaser for approval at least two weeks prior to the commencement of
work on the particular section. Each quality plan shall set out the activities in a logical
sequence and, unless advised otherwise, shall include the following:
 An outline of the proposed work and program sequence

 The structure of the Supplier's or manufacturer’s organization for the contract
 The duties and responsibilities assigned to staff ensuring quality of work for the
contract
 Hold and notification points
 Submission of engineering documents required by the specification
 The inspection of materials and components on receipt
 Reference to the Supplier's work procedures appropriate to each activity
 Inspection during fabrication/construction
 Final inspection and test

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APPENDIX A: GUARANTEED TECHNICAL PARTICULARS FOR (25,

50, 100, 200, 315 AND 400 KVA (15/0.4) KV OUT DOOR POLE
MOUNTED DISTRIBUTION TRANSFORMER.

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GUARANTEED TECHNICAL PARTICULARS FOR 25 KVA

DISTRIBUTION TRANSFORMER.
Bid
No Item Unit Requirement Offer
I. GENERAL
1 Manufacturer
2 Country of manufacturer
Out-door
3 Kind of installation Pole mounted
4 Equipment Standard IEC 60076
5 No. of phases Three-phase
Hermetically
Sealed Bolted
6 Type of tank Cover
7 No. of windings Two
8 Vector group symbol Dyn5
9 Tapping range ± % 2.5
10 Number of steps ± steps +2, -2
Altitude (Height above sea level
11 (Max)), m 3000
12 Cooling method ONAN
13 Specification of oil IEC 60296 and 60156
II. RATINGS
14 Transformer Rating KVA 25
15 Nominal system voltage
15.1 Primary UN1 KV 15
15.2 Secondary UN2 KV 0.4/0.22

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16 Frequency Hz 50
17 Principal tapping KV 15
Maximum Continuous System
18 withstand Voltage KV 17.5
19 Rated Voltage of the equipment KV 24
20 Impedance voltage at rated power % 4
III. WINDINGS
20 HV Windings
20.1 Material, wire or strip Copper

20.2 Insulation
KV
20.3 Power frequency withstand voltage (rms) 50
Rated lightning, impulse withstand KV
20.4 voltage (peak) 125
21 LV Windings

21.2 Insulation
KV
Magnetic flux density (at rated voltage
21.5 and frequency) Tesla 1.7
22 Core Material CRGO
23 Core Loss figure, Watt/kg Minimum 0.85
IV. TEMPERATURE RISE

23 Ambient temperature (max.) °C 50
24 Ambient temperature (Yearly average) °C 30
25 Temperature rise limit (at 3000 m )
25.1 Top oil Temperature Rise °C 50
25.2 Average Winding Temperature °C 55
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25.3 Maximum Winding Hotspot °C 68
V. TRANSFORMER LOSSES AND ENERGY PERFORMANCE
No-load loss at rated voltage and
26 frequency (@75 °C) W 70
27 Full load loss (@75 °C) W 900
28 Rated voltage at full load (P.F=0.95) KV
29 Peak Efficiency Index (minimum) % 97.992

No load current as percent of rated
30 current
30.1 at 90% voltage (%) A
30.2 at 100% voltage (%) A
33 Noise level dB(A) <44
VI. BUSHINGS
31 Primary
31.1 Manufacturer
31.2 Rated current A 630
31.3 Power frequency Withstand KV 50
31.4 Lightning Impulse Withstand KV 125
31.5 Clearance across insulator mm 280
31.6 Adjustable arcing horns yes/no Yes
31.7 Creepage distance (minimum) mm >525
31.8 Specification of creepage distance IEC 60815-2/2008
32 Secondary
32.1 Manufacturer
32.2 Type (DIN type or eqvt.) Yes
32.3 Rated current A

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32.7 Creepage distance mm 70
VII. TANKS AND WEIGHT

34 Transformer tank, material Steel

35 Thickness of tank plate
mm
35.1 Top 5
mm
35.2 Bottom 6
mm
35.3 Sides 3.15

36 Transformer Dimension

36.1 Height mm

36.2 Depth mm

36.3 Width mm 900 to 1200
37 Weight of Core and Winding
38 Weight of Oil at 20oC
39 Total Weight of transformer
RAL 7032(silica
40 Colour of transformer grey)
µm
41 Thickness of surface treatment 160
No.
42 Drawing of dimensions
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DISTRIBUTION TRANSFORMER
Bid
I. GENERAL
1 Manufacturer
Out-door
Hermetically
Sealed Bolted
11 (Max)), m 3000
II. RATINGS
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Bid
16 Frequency Hz 50
III. WINDINGS
20 HV Windings

20.2 Insulation
KV
21 LV Windings

21.2 Insulation
KV

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Bid

30 current
30.2 at 100% voltage (%) A
VI. BUSHINGS
31 Primary
31.1 Manufacturer
32 Secondary
32.1 Manufacturer

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mm
35.1 Top 5
mm
35.2 Bottom 6
mm
35.3 Sides 3.15


36.1 Height mm

36.2 Depth mm

36.3 Width mm 900 to 1200
RAL 7032(silica
µm
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Bid
I. GENERAL
1 Manufacturer
Out-door
Hermetically
Sealed Bolted
11 (Max)), m 3000
II. RATINGS
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Bid
16 Frequency Hz 50
III. WINDINGS
20 HV Windings

20.2 Insulation
KV
21 LV Windings

21.2 Insulation
KV

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Bid

30 current
30.2 at 100% voltage (%) A
VI. BUSHINGS
31 Primary
31.1 Manufacturer
32 Secondary
32.1 Manufacturer

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Bid


mm
35.1 Top 5
mm
35.2 Bottom 6
mm
35.3 Sides 3.15


36.1 Height mm

36.2 Depth mm

36.3 Width mm 900 to 1200
RAL 7032(silica
µm
No.
No.
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Bid
I. GENERAL
1 Manufacturer
Out-door
Hermetically
Sealed Bolted
11 (Max)), m 3000
II. RATINGS
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Bid
16 Frequency Hz 50
III. WINDINGS
20 HV Windings

20.2 Insulation
KV
21 LV Windings

21.2 Insulation
KV

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Bid

30 current
30.2 at 100% voltage (%) A
VI. BUSHINGS
31 Primary
31.1 Manufacturer
32 Secondary
32.1 Manufacturer

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Bid


mm
35.1 Top 5
mm
35.2 Bottom 6
mm
35.3 Sides 3.15


36.1 Height mm

36.2 Depth mm

36.3 Width mm 900 to 1200
RAL 7032(silica
µm
No.
No.
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Bid
I. GENERAL
1 Manufacturer
Out-door
Hermetically
Sealed Bolted
11 (Max)), m 3000
II. RATINGS
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Bid
16 Frequency Hz 50
III. WINDINGS
20 HV Windings

20.2 Insulation
KV
21 LV Windings

21.2 Insulation
KV

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Bid

30 current
30.2 at 100% voltage (%) A
VI. BUSHINGS
31 Primary
31.1 Manufacturer
32 Secondary
32.1 Manufacturer

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Bid


mm
35.1 Top 5
mm
35.2 Bottom 6
mm
35.3 Sides 3.15


36.1 Height mm

36.2 Depth mm

36.3 Width mm 900 to 1200
RAL 7032(silica
µm
No.
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DISTRIBUTION TRANSFORMER.
Bid
I. GENERAL
1 Manufacturer
Out-door
Hermetically
Sealed Bolted
11 (Max)), m 3000
II. RATINGS
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Bid
16 Frequency Hz 50
III. WINDINGS
20 HV Windings

20.2 Insulation
KV
21 LV Windings

21.2 Insulation
KV

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Bid

30 current
30.2 at 100% voltage (%) A
VI. BUSHINGS
31 Primary
31.1 Manufacturer
32 Secondary
32.1 Manufacturer

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mm
35.1 Top 5
mm
35.2 Bottom 6
mm
35.3 Sides 3.15


36.1 Height mm

36.2 Depth mm

36.3 Width mm 900 to 1200
RAL 7032(silica
µm
No.
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APPENDIX B: LIGHTNING/SURGE ARRESTER SPECIFICATION

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Metal-Oxide Surge Arresters 15 kV, Pole Guaranteed value

No. Unit
Mounted (Polymer type) Required Offered
1 Manufacturer
2 Country of origin
IEC 99-1, IEC
3 Standard referred TC 37 WG4,IEC
60099
4 Line discharge class 3
5 Rated voltage of arrestor (kV), Ur KV 17.5
Maximum continuous operating voltage of the
6 KV 14.4
arrester
7 Rated operating voltage of the system, kV KV 15
8 Discharge class III
8.1 Lightning impulse (8/20 wave) max.
8.2 10 kA KV 46
9 20 kA KV 51
10 Nominal discharge current (8/20 s) KA 10
11 Rated frequency, Hz Hz 50
12 Continuous resistive current of the arrester, A A <1.5mA
Continuous capacitive current of the arrester,
13 A <1.5mA
A
Steep current impulse residual voltage max,
14 KV 59kV peak
kV
Maximum residual voltages at switching
14.1
impulse
14.2 0.5 kA KV 62
15 1.0 kA KV 64
Rated discharge current residual voltage max,
16 KV 55
kV
Lighting impulse residual voltage (in kV) at
17
8/20 s current impulse at
16.1 0.5 times nominal discharge current KV

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Metal-Oxide Surge Arresters 15 kV, Pole Guaranteed value

No. Unit
Mounted (Polymer type) Required Offered
17 Lightning impulse protection level, kV KV 125
Suitable for
18 Material of arresters’ phase terminals Alloy of copper
and aluminum
19 Material of arresters ground terminals
Conductor size suitable for line terminals,
20 mm2 25-100
mm2
21 Ambient air temperature range, oC o
C -5 to +50
22 Altitude range, m M 1000-3000
Rated Lighting impulse with stand voltage
23 KV
(peak)
Galvanized,
24 Material of arrestor terminals
stainless steel
25 Equipped with counter, Yes/No No
Equipped with leakage current indicator,
26 No
Yes/No
27 Method of mounting Pole
28 Cantilever strength allowed
The data of the surge arrestors shall be co-
29 Yes
coordinated with the system neutral point
30 Creep age distance of bushing, mm 525
31 Dimensions of the arresters

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APPENDIX C: DRAWING

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LV Bushing

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ETHIOPIAN ELECTRIC UTILITY

ENGINEERING AND QUALITY

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION OF 15/0.4 KV THREE

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Three Phase Pole Mounted ONAN Type Distribution

1.3. The specification covers the following ratings:

 15/0.4KV: 25KVA, 50KVA, 100KVA, 200KVA, 315KVA, 400KVA

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2. System Parameters & Service Conditions

1 Altitude Altitude up to 3000 m

2 Annual Rainfall 1250 mm

3 Period of exceptional Rains June to September

4 Ambient Air Temperatures:

5 Relative Air Humidity 70%

Maximum wind (height above ground level)

Up to 100 thunder storm

9 Seismic Zone Zone 4

The Equipment shall be used in installations at altitudes up to 3000 meters.

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IEC 60099-4 Surge arresters - Part 4 Metal-oxide surge arresters without

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I. Guaranteed Technical Particulars (GTP)

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4.1.4 Neutral points shall be brought out on a bushing to enable LV transformer

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4.2 SEALING AND COOLING

4.3 Design of Cores

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4.3.2 The flux density

4.3.3 Mechanical construction of cores

Adequate provision shall be made to prevent movement of the transformer

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Inter Layer insulation shall be in Grade K Diamond dotted press Paper.

The windings shall be arranged so as to achieve, as far as possible, the

The insulation of windings and of all connections shall be of approved materials

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4.4.2 Bracing of Windings

If the transformer winding is built up of sections or disc coils separated by

4.5 Insulating Material

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Current carrying outer parts shall be made of tinned copper.

4.6.3 Adjustable Arcing horns shall be Provided on MV Bushings.

4.6.4 Minimum External Clearance: Phase to phase and Phase to Earth

15KV 280mm 280mm 525mm

33KV 480mm 480mm 1080mm

LV 80mm 80mm 70mm

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