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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

B-3(A) INVERTER TRANSFORMER

1.0 TECHNICAL REQUIRMENTS (OIL FILLED TRANSFORMER)

Sr. No. TRANSFORMER INVERTER TRANSFORMER

i) VA Rating & Quantity As per system requirement
ii) Voltage Ratio (KV) As per system requirement
iii) Duty, Service & Continuous Solar Inverter application and
Application converter duty (Outdoor)
iv) Winding AS per system requirement
v) Frequency 50 Hz
vi) Nos. of Phase THREE
vii) Vector Group & As per system requirement
Neutral earthing
viii) Cooling ONAN
ix) Tap Changer As per system requirement
OCTC +/- 5% (min.)
x) Impedance at750C
a) Principal Tap As per system requirement and SLD* &
b) Other Taps as per Inverter manufacturer
recommendation.
xi) Permissible Temperature rise
over an ambient of 50 deg C
(irrespective of tap)
a) Top Oil 50 deg.C
b) Each Individual 55 deg.C
Winding
xii) SC withstand time 2 sec.
(thermal)
xiii) Fault Level & Bushing CT As per system requirement
xiv) Termination As per system requirement
xv) Bushing rating, Insulation As per relevant IS/IEC
class (Winding & (However Inverter Transformer LV side
bushing) winding & bushing insulation class shall
be of at least 3.6 kV) Creepage distance :
31 mm/kV
xvi) Noise level AS PER NEMA TR-1
xvii) Loading Capability Continuous operation at rated MVA on
any tap with voltage variation of +/-10%,
also transformer shall be capable of
being loaded in accordance with IS:
6600/ IEC60076-7. As minimum
requirement, Transformers shall be
designed with 110% continuous thermal
overloading capability. The same shall be
tested during Temp Rise Type test.
xviii) Flux density Not to exceed 1.7 Wb/sq.m. at any tap
position with +/-10% voltage variation
from voltage corresponding to the tap.

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Transformer shall also withstand

following over fluxing conditions due to
combined voltage and frequency
fluctuations:
a) 110% for continuous rating.
b) 125% for at least one minute.
c) 140% for at least five seconds.
Bidder shall furnish over fluxing char. up
to 150%
xix) Air Clearance As per CBIP
xx) Foundation All the foundation shall be designed as
per highest rating Transformer in case
different capacity transformer are offered.

Note (common for Oil filled and dry type transformer):

Inverter Transformer shall have copper/Aluminum Shield winding

between LV & HV windings. Each LV winding must be capable of
handling non-sinusoidal voltage with voltage gradient as per
relevant applicable standards and Inverter manufacturer
recommendation. Also each shield winding shall be taken out to tank
with two separate connection from shield to bushing with proper support
with 2 nos. 3.6 kV shield bushings and same shall be brought down
along with support insulator from tank & copper flat up to the bottom of
the tank for independent grounding.

If Inverter transformer is provided indoor, it shall be necessarily dry type.

Harmonic Factor as per Inverter manufacturer recommendation must be

taken into account while designing the transformer. The extra no load loss
due to voltage harmonics and load and stray load loss due to current
harmonics (as applicable) and must be taken into consideration in
transformer design. In addition, the dc bias component of 0.5% of rated
Inverter output current is to be accounted for its effect on the transformer
design.

The adverse effect on life of transformer due to cloud intermittency and

solar generation loading cycle must be compensated through suitable
design (as applicable).

The thermal design of Inverter Transformer needs to consider the

temperature dependent performance of the Inverter. It is to in accordance
with Inverter output and under worst condition it should not limit Inverter
output.

The multi-winding transformer needs to be designed for long term

operating conditions with asymmetrical load on LV side i.e., in case three

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winding design, the transformer needs to operate reliable with only one
Inverter supplying power to only one LV winding.

For multi winding transformer, it is recommended to have close coupling

and equal impedances on each of LV winding to HV winding and to have
high enough impedance (8% min. based on one LV winding rating)
between two LV windings in order to decouple these windings.

In case of inverter transformer, it shall be proven and of successfully type

tested design

Contacts from Inverter transformer fittings/protection devices shall be

wired for tripping of Inverter transformer Circuit Breaker. Detailed scheme
regarding same shall be finalized during detailed engineering .

Single Line Diagram (SLD) will be finalized during detailed engineering

however kVA rating of inverter transformer shall not be less than kVA
capacity of respective Inverters connected to it.

2.0 CODES AND STANDARDS

Transformers IS:2026, IS:6600, IEC:60076

Bushings IS:2099, IEC:60137,IS 3347 ,IS 12676
Insulating oil IEC 60296 ,IEC 61099/IS16081
Bushing CTs IS:2705, IEC 60185
Indian Electricity Act 2003, BEE Guideline & CEA notifications

2.1 General Construction

Transformer shall be constructed in accordance to IS: 2026 and IS: 3639 or

equivalent to any other international standard. Transformer shall be complete &
functional in all respect and shall be in scope of supplier.
The other important construction particulars shall be as below.

a. The Transformer tank and cover shall be fabricated from high grade low
carbon plate steel of tested quality. The tank and the cover shall be of
welded construction and there should be provision for lifting by crane.
b. A double float type Buchholz relay conforming to IS: 3637 shall be
provided.
c. Suitable Inspection hole(s) with welded flange(s) and bolted cover(s) shall
be provided on the tank cover. The inspection hole(s) shall be of sufficient
size to afford easy access to the lower ends of the bushings, terminals etc.
d. All bolted connections to the tank shall be fitted with suitable oil-tight
gaskets which shall give satisfactory service under the operating

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conditions for complete life of the transformer if not opened for

maintenance at site
e. The transformer shall be provided with conventional single compartment
conservator. The top of the conservator shall be connected to the
atmosphere through indicating type cobalt free silica gel breather (in
transparent enclosure). Silica gel shall be isolated from atmosphere by an
oil seal.
f. Transformer shall have adequate capacity Conservator tank to
accommodate oil preservation system and volumetric expansion of total
transformer oil.
g. Transformer shall have Oil Temperature Indicator and Winding
temperature Indicator with accuracy class of +/-2 deg.
h. Radiators shall be detachable type, mounted on the tank with shut off
valve at each point of connection to the tank, lifts, along with drain
plug/valve at the bottom and air release plug at the top.
i. M. Box shall be of sheet steel, dust and vermin proof provided with proper
lighting and thermostatically controlled space heaters. The degree of
protection shall be IP 55. Marshalling Box of all transformers shall be
preferably Tank Mounted. One dummy terminal block in between each trip
wire terminal shall be provided. At least 20% spare terminals shall be
provided on each panel. The gasket used shall be of neoprene rubber.
Also Marshalling Box, shall be at least 450 mm above ground level. Wiring
scheme (TB details) shall be engraved in a stainless steel plate with
viewable font size and the same shall be fixed inside the Marshalling Box
door.

2.2 Windings

a) The Bidder shall ensure that windings of all transformers are made in dust
proof & conditioned atmosphere.
b) The conductors shall be of electrolytic grade copper/electrolytic grade
Aluminum free from scales & burrs.
c) All windings of the transformers shall have uniform insulation.
d) Tapping shall be so arranged as to preserve the magnetic balance of the
transformer at all voltage ratio.

2.3 Core

a) The core shall be constructed from non-ageing, cold rolled, super grain
oriented silicon steel laminations equivalent to M4 grade steels or better.
b) Core isolation level shall be 2 kV (rms.) for 1 minute in air.
c) Adequate lifting lugs will be provided to enable the core & windings to be
lifted.

2.4 Insulating Mineral oil

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No inhibitors shall be used in the transformer oil. The oil supplied with
transformers shall be new and previously unused and must conform to
following while tested at supplier's premises and shall have following
parameters.

S.No. Property Permissible values

1. Kinematic Viscosity, mm2/s 12 at 40 C
1800.0 at (-)30 C
2. Flash Point, C 140 C
3. Pour point, C (-)40 C
4. Appearance Clear , free from sediment and
suspended matter
5. Density kg/dm3 at 20 C 0.895
6. Interfacial Tension N/m at 25 C 0.04
7. Neutralisation value, mgKOH/g 0.01
8. Corrosive sulphur Non Corrosive
9. Water content mg/kg 30 in bulk supply
40 in drum supply
10. Anti-oxidants additives Not detectable
11. Oxidation Stability
-Neutralization value, mgKOH/g 1.2
-Sludge, % by mass 0.8
12. Breakdown voltage
As delivered, kV 30
After treatment, kV 70
13. Dissipation factor, at 90 C 0.005
And 40 Hz to 60 Hz
14. PCA content 1%
15. Impulse withstand Level, kVp 145
16. Gassing tendency at 50 Hz after 120 5
min, mm3/min

Subsequently oil samples shall be drawn at:

Sr. Parameters Before filling in Prior to Applicability

No. main tank & energization
tested for for following
properties &
acceptance
norms:
i) BDV 60 kV (min) 60 kV (min) Applicable for all
ii) Moisture 10 ppm (max.) 10 ppm (max.) Transformers.
content

2.5 Bushings

i. Bushing below 52 kV shall be oil communicating type with porcelain

insulator.

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ii. LV Bushing below 3.6 kV used within transformer cable box, epoxy type
bushing confirming to IS 2099/IEC 60137 also allowed as alternate to
porcelain type
iii. No arcing horns to be provided on the bushings.
iv. Inverter Transformer LV bushing palms shall be silver/tin plated.

2.6 Bushing CTs

Shall be of adequate rating for protection (differential and others if any) as

required, WTI etc. All CTs (except WTI) shall be mounted in the turret of
bushings, mounting inside the tank is not permitted.
All CT terminals shall be provided as fixed type terminals on the M. Box to
avoid any hazard due to loose connection leading to CT opening. In no
circumstances Plug In type connectors shall be used for CT.

2.7 Valves

All valves up to and including 50 mm shall be of gun metal or of cast steel.

Larger valves may be of gun metal or may have cast iron bodies.
Sampling & drain valves should have zero leakage rate.

2.8 Gaskets

a) Gasket shall be fitted with weather proof, hot oil resistant, nitrile rubber
based gasket.

b) If gasket is compressible, metallic stops shall be provided to prevent over

compression.

c) The gaskets shall not deteriorate during the life of transformer if not opened
for maintenance at site. All joints flanged or welded associated with oil shall
be such that no oil leakage or sweating occurs during the life of transformer.
The quality of these joints is considered established, only if the joints do not
exhibit any oil leakage or sweating for a continuous period of at least 3
months during the guarantee period. In case any sweating / leakage is
observed, contractor shall rectify the same & establish for a further period of
3 months of the same. If it is not established during the guaranteed period,
the guaranteed period shall be extended until the performance is
established.

2.9 PAINTING

PARTS NAME TYPE OF PAINT NO.OF TOTAL DFT

COATS

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PARTS NAME TYPE OF PAINT NO.OF TOTAL DFT

COATS
Inside of tank and Oil & heat resistant fully glossy white One coat Atleast 30
accessories micron
(except M Box)
External surface of Chemical resistant epoxy zinc One coat Atleast 100
transformer and phosphate primer, MIO (Micaceious each micron
accessories including iron oxide) as intermediate paint
M Box followed by polyurethane finish paint
(except radiators) (RAL 5012 Blue) or (RAL6018 yellow
green for ester filled)
External Radiator Anticorrosive primary paint followed Two coats Atleast 100
surface by high quality full glossy outer finish each micron
paint (RAL 5012 Blue) or (RAL6018
yellow green for ester filled)
Internal Radiator Hot oil proof, low viscosity varnish --- ---
surface and subsequent flushing with
transformer oil
Internal surface of M Chemical resistant epoxy zinc Two coats Not less than
Box phosphate primer followed by each 100 micron
chemical and heat resistant epoxy
enamel white paint

2.10 Neutral Earthing Arrangement

Neutral earthing shall be done as per system requirement and SLD. In case of
solidly earthed neutral of Transformers, it shall be brought through insulated
support from tank to the ground level at a convenient point with 2 nos. copper
flat, for connection to ground network (as applicable).Neutral of Transformer if
not used should be taken out through bushing and covered by insulating cap.

2.11 Cable boxes & disconnecting chamber (Disconnecting chamber applicable

3.3 kV and above & for Inverter Transformer both side)

(a) HV Cable boxes shall be of phase segregated air insulated type & shall be
nation. Phase
segregation shall be achieved by insulating barriers (for 3.3 kV and above
side)
(b) Cable boxes shall have bus bars / suitable terminal connectors of adequate
size & bolt holes to receive cable lugs. The degree of protection of cable
boxes shall be IP 55.
(c) A suitable removable gland plate of non-magnetic material drilled as per the

(d) The support from base for the cable box (for 3.3 kV and above side) shall be
of galvanized iron
(e) The contractor shall provide earthing terminals on the cable box, to suit

(f) The minimum length provided for terminating 33 kV, 11KV & 3.3 KV XLPE
cable shall be 1000 mm (for 33 kV) 650 mm (for 3.3 kV and 11 kV) from

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cable gland plate to the cable lug) for the cable boxes, for 433V side
suitable length shall be provided (shall be discussed during detail
engineering). The final cable size, number & length of terminating XLPE
cable shall be furnished during detailed engineering.
(g) Cable boxes shall be designed such that it shall be possible to move away
the transformer without disturbing the cable terminations, leaving the cable
box on external supports (as applicable).
(h) Cable boxes shall have removable top cover (for transformer above 100
KVA) & ample clearance shall be provided to enable either transformer or
each cable to be subjected separately to high voltage test.

2.12 FITTINGS

Following fittings shall be provided with Transformers covered under this sub
section.

a) -Conservator for main tank shall be provided with MOG with low oil level alarm
contact, drain valve & indicating type free Cobalt free breather with transparent
enclosure (maximum height 1400 mm above ground level) etc.
b) - Buchholz relay, double float type with alarm and trip contacts, along with
suitable gas collecting arrangement.
c) - It shall be provided with minimum two numbers of spring operated PRD (with
trip contacts) with suitable discharge arrangement for oil shall be provided.
d) OTI & WTI shall be 150 mm dial type with alarm and trip contacts with max.
reading pointer & resetting device (maximum height 1500 mm above ground
level).
For Inverter Transformers, WTI shall be provided at least for all LV windings.
e) Top & bottom filter valves with threaded male adapters, bottom sampling valve,
drain valve/sludge removal valve at the bottom most point of the tank.
f) Air release plug, bushing with metal parts & gaskets, terminal connectors on
bushings (as applicable).
g) Prismatic/toughened glass oil gauge for transformers.

h) Bi-directional wheel/skids, M.Box, OCTC, Bushing CTs (as applicable),

Insulating Oil, Cooling equipment.
i) Cover lifting eyes, transformer lifting lugs, jacking pads, towing holes and core
and winding lifting lugs, inspection cover, Bilingual R&D Plate, Terminal marking
plates, two nos. earthing terminals etc.
j) Bolts & nuts (exposed to atmosphere) shall be galvanized steel/SS.

k) Rain hoods to be provided on Buchholz, MOG & PRD. Entry points of wires
shall be suitably sealed.
The fittings listed above are only indicative and other fittings, which generally are
required for satisfactory operation of the transformers are deemed to be included.

3.0 DRY TYPE INVERTER TRANSFORMER

Sr. No. PARAMETERS INVERTER TRANSFORMER

i) Type Epoxy cast resin/resin encapsulated

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Duty, Service & Continuous Solar Inverter application and

ii)
Application converter duty (Indoor)
iii) MVA & Voltage ratio
iv) Vector group
As per system requirement and SLD.
Termination &
v)
Bushing CT
Fault Level &
vi)
Earthing
As per system requirement and SLD.
Tap changer type &
vii) OCTC +/-5% (min.)
range
As per system requirement and SLD & as per
viii) Impedance
Inverter manufacturer recommendation.
ix) Number of phases Three (3)

AN
Transformer shall be provided with suitable
x) Type of cooling ventilation system to ensure the temperature rise
limits under most severe condition while in service
however all tests and performance guarantee
shall correspond to air natural (AN) cooling.
Bushing rating, As per relevant IS/IEC
Insulation class (However Inverter Transformer LV side winding &
xi)
(Winding & bushing insulation class shall be of at least 3.6
bushing) kV)
Maximum 90 deg.C. ( class F)
Temperature rise of 115 deg.C. ( class H)
winding over 50
deg. C ambient.
xii)
(by resistance
method) with Air
Natural (AN)
cooling.
SC withstand time
xiii) 2 sec
(thermal)
xiv) Noise Level Not to exceed values specified in NEMA TR-1.
PD Level (max.
xv) Allowable) 10 pc
Continuous operation at rated KVA on any tap
with voltage variation of +/-10% corresponding to
xvi) Loading Capability
the voltage of the tap as well as in accordance
with IEC60076-12/IS: 6600.
Not to exceed 1.9 Wb/sq.m. at any tap position
with +/-10% voltage variation from voltage
corresponding to the tap. Transformer shall also
xvii) Flux Density withstand following over fluxing conditions due
combined voltage and frequency fluctuations:
a) 110% for continuous rating.
b) 125% for at least one minute.

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c) 140% for at least five seconds.

3.1 CODES AND STANDARDS

Dry type transformers IS: 11171, IEC 60076-11

Indian Electricity Act 2003 and Indian Electricity Rules, BEE
notification & CEA guidelines

3.2 DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTIONAL FEATURES

3.2.1 The core shall be constructed from high grade non-ageing cold rolled grain
oriented silicon steel laminations of M4 grade or better quality. The insulation of
core to clamp-plates shall be able to withstand a power frequency voltage of 2 kV
(rms) for one (1) minute.

3.2.2 The transformers shall be housed in a metal protective housing, having a degree
of protection of IP-23.In case it is placed outdoor, IP for enclosure shall be
minimum IP-42 or higher. Enclosure shall be of a tested quality sheet steel of
minimum thickness 2mm & shall also accommodate cable terminations. The
housing door shall be interlocked such that it should be possible to open the door
only when transformer is off. The enclosure shall be provided with lifting lugs and
other hardware for floor mounting. Suitable bi-directional skids with pre-drilled
holes shall be provided integral with the enclosure or bi-directional rollers shall be
provided with suitable locking arrangement.

3.2.3 Winding conductor shall be electrolytic grade Copper/ Aluminum. Windings shall
be of class F insulation or better. All windings are to be uniformly insulated.

3.2.4 Transformer HV bushings and LV bushings can be either solid porcelain or epoxy
type. Bushing shall be suitable for satisfactory operation in the high ambient
temperature inside Bus Duct enclosure (if applicable). LV flange area shall be of
non-magnetic material.

3.2.5 Bushing CTs shall be provided in the LV neutral side of adequate rating for REF
protection, WTI, etc (as applicable).

3.2.6 For Marshalling Box the sheet steel used shall be at least 1.6 mm thick cold
rolled. The box shall be tank mounted type. The degree of protection shall be IP-
54 in accordance with IS-13947. Wiring Scheme shall be engraved in a stainless
steel plate with viewable font size and the same shall be fixed inside the
Marshalling Box door.

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3.2.7 Transformer shall be provided with suitable ventilation system to ensure the
temperature rise limits under most severe condition while in service however all
tests and performance shall correspond to air natural cooling.

3.3 PAINTING

3.3.1 The inside of enclosure and accessories (except M. Box) shall be painted with
two coats of fully glossy white colour with total DFT of 25 to 60 microns. The
external paint colour of transformer & accessories shall be blue corresponding to
RAL 5012. The external surface of transformer & accessories shall have two
coats of chemical resistant epoxy zinc phosphate primer and two coats of
polyurethane finish paint with total DFT of 80 to 150 microns. The internal surface
of M.Box shall have two coats of chemical resistant epoxy zinc phosphate primer
and two coats of chemical & thermal resistant epoxy enamel white paint with total
DFT of 80 to 150 microns.

3.4 FITTING

Winding temperature Shall be Platinum resistance type temperature detector in

indicator (WTI) each limb.
Single Indicating meter may be provided for display of
temperature of all limbs. Accuracy class of Indicating meter
shall be +/- 1% or better and it shall have least count of 0.1
oC or better. 1 no. 4-20 mA signal shall be provided for

remote monitoring of winding Temperature.

RTD/Thermistors 1 No. PT-RTD shall be embedded in each limb with alarm

and trip contacts for remote annunciation. Additional 1 No.
thermistor/RTD shall be embedded in each limb.
Fittings which are generally required for satisfactory operation of the transformers are
deemed to be included, in the scope of supply of the Contractor.

4.0 TESTS AND INSPECTION

In case the bidder/contractor has conducted type test(s) within last ten years, he
may submit the type test reports to the owner for waiver of conductance of such
type test(s). These reports should be for the tests conducted on the equipment
similar to those proposed to be supplied under this contract and test(s) should
have been either conducted at an independent laboratory or should have been
witnessed by a client.
In case the Bidder is not able to submit report of the type test(s) conducted within
last ten years from the date LOA by GVREL, or in case the type test report(s) are
not found to be meeting the specification requirements, the Bidder shall conduct
all such tests under this contract at no additional cost to the Employer and submit
the reports for approval

Short Circuit Test:-

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In case short circuit test has not been conducted or the test report not meeting
the specification requirement for the offered transformer manufacturer, Bidder
/Sub-
offered transformer as per latest IEC 60076-5.The ability to
withstand the dynamic effects of short circuit can be established either by
performing actual short circuit test or by method of calculation with reference to
short circuit tested reference transformer as per IEC-60076-5/Annexure-A&B.
Bidder shall choose any one the two options mentioned below;

Option-1:- Performing actual short circuit test as Type Test. In order to meet
project schedule, Bidder/Sub vendor shall take suitable steps quite in advance to
ensure successful conduction of short circuit test within three months time from
date of LOA failing which the offered make of the transformer shall not be
considered.

Option-2: By theoretical evaluation of the ability to withstand dynamic effect of

In this regard the guidelines given in Annexure-A with applicable tables of the IEC
60076-5 is to be followed. The reference transformer chosen shall be of same
application, winding configuration, conductor current density and as per
Annexure-B of latest IEC-60076-5. Necessary Design document and reference
test reports related to theoretical comparative evaluation must be submitted by
Manufacturer/Bidder as required by Employer in this case.
S.N. ROUTINE TESTS
1. All routine test shall be carried out in accordance with IEC 60076.
2. Measurement of Voltage Ratio & phase displacement (as per IEC
60076-1)
3. Measurement of winding resistance on all the taps (as per IEC
60076-1)
4. Vector group and Polarity Check (as per IEC 60076-1)
5. Magnetic Balance and Magnetising Current Test
6. Measurement of no load current with 415 V, 50 Hz AC supply
7. Measurement of no load losses and current at 90%, 100% & 110%
of rated voltage (as per IEC 60076-1)
8. Load Loss & Short Circuit Impedance Measurement on principal &
Extreme Taps
9. IR measurement (As per IEC 60076-1)
10. Measurement of capacitance & tan delta to determine capacitance
between winding & earth.
11. Separate Source Voltage Withstand Test /Applied voltage test (as
per IEC 60076-3)
12. Induced overvoltage test/Induced voltage withstand(IVW) test as
per IEC60076 part 3
13. Repeat no load current/loss & IR after completion of all electrical
test
14. Oil leakage test on completely assembled transformer along with
radiators (as per relevant clause of this sub section)
15. Jacking test followed by D.P. test

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S.N. ROUTINE TESTS

16. Marshalling Box/Cable box: It shall not be possible to insert a thin
sheet of paper under gaskets and through enclosure joints.
17. IR measurement on wiring of Marshalling Box.

TYPE TESTS (To be carried out on one transformer of each

#
S. N.
rating)
Lightning impulse(Full and chopped wave) test on windings(as
1. per IEC 60076-3) (Not applicable for LV)
2. Short circuit test (special test) as per IEC 60076-5 (if applicable).
Temperature Rise test at a tap corresponding to maximum losses
as per IEC 60076. Gas Chromatography shall be conducted on oil
3. sample taken before & immediately after temp. rise test. Gas
analysis shall be as per IS: 9434 (based on IEC: 60567), results
will be interpreted as per IS: 10593 (based on IEC: 60599).
4. Measurement of harmonics of no load current (special test)
Measurement of acoustic noise level as per NEMA TR-1 (special
5. test)
6. Tank Vacuum & Pressure Test (as per CBIP norms)

(#) NOTE:-
i) All the type and special tests shall be conducted after performing Short
Circuit Test. If Tank Vacuum & Pressure Test is to be carried out then it
shall be conducted before SC test.

ii) Inverter Transformer LV winding Di-electric tests (except for lightning

impulse test for LV winding) shall be carried out corresponding to levels (as
per IEC 60076) for 3.6 kV class.

iii)

4.1 Leakage test on assembled Oil filled Transformer (ROUTINE TEST)

All tank & oil filled compartment shall be tested for oil tightness by being
completely filled with oil of viscosity not greater than that of specified oil at the
ambient temperature & applying pressure equal to the normal pressure plus 35
KN/sq. m measured at the base of the tank. The pressure shall be maintained
for a period of not less than 6 hours during which time no sweating shall occur.
Bidder can perform this test at site depending upon urgency subject to GVREL
approval.

Suitable Fire Fighting arrangements for Oil filled Transformers shall be provided
if applicable as per Tariff Advisory Committee (TAC)/statutory requirements. In
case Nitrogen based fire protection system is used, CBIP manual shall be
followed for compliance. Firewall & soak pit as applicable (as per statuary
requirement/TAC/IS 10028 / IS 1646) shall be provided of minimum 230 mm
thickness of RCC wall or 355 mm thick fire resisting brick wall subject to GVREL

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approval. However for all oil filled outdoor a pit shall be provided all around at a
distance of 1.0 meter (min.) from transformer outer edge, a sump pit shall be
provided for each pit. Transformer efficiency shall be as per Central Electricity
Authority (Technical Standards for Construction of Electrical Plants and
Electrical Lines) regulation, 2010.

4.2 Routine / Type Tests (Dry Type Transformers)

Transformer shall be short circuit tested after conducting the routine tests.

Rest of the type tests shall be conducted after successful short circuit testing.

All routine tests in accordance with IS: 11171 / IEC 60076-11 shall be carried out
on each transformer.

Routine / Type Tests (Dry Type Transformers)

a.) Measurement of winding Resistance for each tap position. Routine
b.) Measurement of voltage ratio at each taps position. Routine
c.) Vector group and polarity check Routine
d.) Measurement of impedance voltage/short circuit impedance & Routine
load loss at principal tap and extreme taps
e.) Measurement of no load losses and magnetising current at rated Routine
frequency and 90%, 100% and 110% rated voltage.
f) Measurement of insulation resistance Routine
g) Measurement of capacitance and tan delta Routine
h) Dielectric Tests
1) PF/Separate source AC withstand voltage test. Routine
2) Chopped wave lightning impulse voltage test on windings(as Type
per IEC 60076-3) (Not applicable for LV)
3) Induced over voltage withstand test Routine
i) Partial discharge measurement Routine
j) Measurement of iron loss & IR (repeat after induced voltage test) Routine
k) Short Circuit test as per IEC (if applicable) Type
l) Noise Level Measurement Type
o) Temperature rise test as per IEC (HV & LV winding) Type

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