Edms 21-400-01 M.V Fixed P.F Capacitor Bank 19-12-2023 Draft 4

‫‪Ministry of Electricity and Renewable Energy‬‬ ‫وزارة الكهرباء والطاقة المتجددة‬
‫‪Egyptian Electricity Holding Company‬‬ ‫الشركة القابضة لكهرباء مصر‬
‫‪EDMS 21- 400 - 1‬‬

‫‪EEHC DISTRIBUTION MATERIALS SPECIFICATION‬‬
‫‪Date: 25-01-2024‬‬
‫‪EDMS 21-400-1‬‬
‫‪TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION‬‬
‫‪FOR‬‬
‫‪FIXED POWER CAPACITOR BANK 1 K.V UP TO 24 K.V‬‬
‫)‪(INDOOR/ OUTDOOR‬‬
‫‪Issue: Jan. 2024 / Rev- 1‬‬
‫مقرر اللجنة‬
‫مدير عام المشروعات بالشركة القابضة لكهرباء مصر‬
‫مهندس ‪ /‬ياسر وهبه‬
‫رئيس اللجنة‬
‫رئيس مجلس اإلدارة والعضو المنتدب‬
‫لشركة جنوب القاهرة لتوزيع الكهرباء‬
‫مهندس‪ /‬مدحت عويس فودة‬
‫العضو المتفرغ لشئون شركات التوزيع‬
‫دكتور مهندس ‪ /‬خالد محمـد الدستاوى‬
‫يعتمد‬
‫رئيس مجلس إدارة الشركة القابضة لكهرباء مصر‬
‫مهندس ‪ /‬جابر دسوقي مصطفى‬
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Ministry of Electricity and Renewable Energy ‫وزارة الكهرباء والطاقة المتجددة‬
Egyptian Electricity Holding Company ‫الشركة القابضة لكهرباء مصر‬
EDMS 21- 400 - 1

EEHC DISTRIBUTION MATERIALS SPECIFICATION
Date: 25-01-2024
EDMS 21-400-1
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
FOR
FIXED POWER CAPACITOR BANK
1 K.V UP TO 24 K.V(INDOOR/OUTDOOR)
Issue: Jan. 2024 / Rev- 1
➢ This revision contains option items that must be selected by EDC before bidding.
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Contents
1. SCOPE ................................................................................................................................3
2. Applicable standards ..........................................................................................................3
3. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS .................................................................................4
4. GENERAL TECHNICAL DATA .......................................................................................4
5. THREE PHASE CAPACITOR: .........................................................................................4
5.1. Ratings : 5
5.2. Losses :W / KVAR: 5
5.3. External fuses: 6
5.4. Insulation Material: 6
5.5. Bushings: 6
5.6. insulation Level : 7
5.7. Internal Discharge Device: 7
6. CAPACITOR BANK:.........................................................................................................7
7. M.V Vacuum Contactor .....................................................................................................8
8. CIRCUIT BREAKER (Optional according to NCEDC requirement): Error! Bookmark not
defined.
8.1. Protection Relay for C.B
Error! Bookmark not defined.
8.2. Technical Specification
8.3. Non-volatile memory for the following:
8.4. The real-time clock
8.5. The relay must include the following protection:
9. SF6 Switch-Fuse Disconnector : .........................................................................................9
10. AFTER SALE SERVVICES: .............................................................................................9
11. GUARANTEE .................................................................................................................. 15
12. MARKING ....................................................................................................................... 15
13. SUBMITTALS .................................................................................................................. 16
14. TECHNICAL DATA SCHEDULE................................................................................... 16
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1. SCOPE
This specification covers the minimum requirements for fixed Power factor capacitor bank
more than 1k.v up to 24 kv
The design, engineering, manufacture, testing at the manufacturer’s factory, painting, packing
for transport, insuring, transportation by road and delivery at destination shall be supported.
2. Applicable standards
Unless otherwise specified in this specification should be comply with the latest edition of IEC
standard and should be designed, manufactured and tested in accordance to the latest applicable
IEC standards as follows:
Table (1)
No. Standard No. Description
Shunt capacitor for AC power systems having a rated voltage above 1kv
1. IEC 60871-1
- Part 1:General
Shunt capacitors for AC power systems having a rated voltage above 1 k
2. IEC 60871-3
V - Part 3: Protection of shunt capacitors and shunt capacitor banks
Shunt capacitors for AC power systems having a rated voltage above 1 k
3. IEC 60871-4
V - Part 3: Internal fuses
High-voltage switchgear and control gear - Part 1: Common
4. IEC 62271-1
specifications
High-voltage switchgear and control gear
5. IEC 62271-200 Part 200: AC metal-enclosed switchgear and control gear for rated
voltages above 1 kV and up to and including 52 kV
EDMS 02-100 & Alternating current disconnectors and earthing switches air type 12 kv
6.
EDMS 02-200 Alternating current disconnectors and earthing switches air type 24 kv
EDMS 02-103 & Alternating current disconnectors and earthing switches SF6 type 12 kv
7.
EDMS 02-203 Alternating current disconnectors and earthing switches SF6 type 24 kv
IEC 62271-106 High-voltage switchgear and controlgear - Part 106: Alternating current
8.
contactors, contactor-based controllers and motor-starters
9. IEC 60529 Classification of degrees of protection provided by enclosures
10. IEC 60076-1&6 Reactors
Paints and varnishes — Corrosion protection of steel structures by
11. ISO12944-2
protective paint systems- Part 2: Classification of environments
12. EDMS 19-400 M.V H.R.C. Fuses
13. EDMS 11-400 M.V surge arrestors
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3. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The electrical and mechanical properties of the required fixed capacitor bank should be
guaranteed under the following environmental conditions:
-5°C to +45°C (50°C is an option according to --EDC requirements),

Ambient temperature
(35°C monthly average of the hottest month, 25°C yearly average)
Maximum relative humidity 95 %

Altitude Up to 1000 m above mean sea-level
4. GENERAL TECHNICAL DATA

The required capacitor bank should have a safe behavior and meet all requirements given below:
System highest voltage 3.6 kV 7.2 kV 12 kV 24 KV

Nominal operating (Service) voltage 3.3 kV 6.6 kV 11 kV 22 KV
Power frequency R.M.S. withstand voltage (1 min) 10Kv 20Kv 28 kV 50 KV
Impulse withstand voltage (1.2/50) µs peak
Indoor 40kV 40Kv 75 kV. 125 KV
outdoor 60 KV 60kv 95 KV 145 KV
Rated frequency 50 Hz. 50 Hz. 50 Hz. 50 Hz.
IP class for Enclosure IP 41 (for indoor)
IP 54 ( for outdoor)
5. CAPACITOR ( SINGLE / THREE ) PHASE:

1. The capacitor type shall be approved by EEHC(shall be its temperature range
not less than D according table 1 of IEC 60871-1).
2. The capacitors units should be delta connection, and its rate shall be as –EDC
/customer requirements.
3. The capacitor unit shall be consists of.
a. Capacitor elements.
b. Internal fuses.
c. Discharge resistor.
d. Stainless container with two/three bushing.
4. Capacitor shall be have pressure switch to be able to open the contactor in-case
of internal over pressure ( in-case of using contactor or C.B).
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5.1. Ratings :
1. The KVAR effective value calculated at service voltage
2. The upper limit of operating temperature category of the required capacitor unit shall be
55 °C according to IEC 60871-1 the lower limit is 0°C
3. Capacitor unit shall be suitable for operation voltages(according IEC 60871-1 cluse 19.1
table 5) as follows:
110 % UN.................................For 12 hours every 24 hrs
115 % UN .................................. For 30 minutes in every 24 hrs
120 % UN………………….….For 5 min.
130 % UN....................................F
..o
. r 1 min .
4. Capacitor unit should be suitable for continuous operation at R.M.S current of the current
that occurs at rated sinusoidal voltage and rated frequency. The capacitor unit should
withstand a maximum current of 1.43In due to the combined effect of harmonics and over
voltages up to and including 110 %UN (IEC 60871-1 ).
5. The capacitance tolerance shall be clause 7. 2 IEC 60871-1.
[The capacitance shall not differ from the rated capacitance by more than -5% to +10% for
capacitor unit & 0% to +10% for banks, In the 3-ph units and banks the ratio of maximum to
minimum values 0f capacitance between any two line terminals shall not exceed 1.05 ]
5.2. Capacitor (Elements):

▪ The dielectric material of a capacitor element shall consist of an all film material being
suitable for the capacitors to operate on continuous load under the specified ambient
conditions.
▪ The capacitor should be completely leakage proof. The impregnate should be according to
IEC 60871& IEC 60422 of a hydrocarbon type fluid characterized by high electrical
strength and adequate physical and chemical properties and should be non-PCB (Poly-
Chlorinated-Biphenyl), but rapidly biologically degradable, non-poisonous, of trouble-free
disposal and (according to NFPA 30 ) have a flash point >150oC. In order to ensure good
ionization performance, the aluminum foils should be folded at the edge.
5.3. Internal Fuses :

▪ Each capacitor (element) shall have an internal fuse combined with a secondary solid foil
electrode to ensure safe disconnection from the circuit until the end of its normal working
life.
▪ Fuses should only rupture to protect the related capacitor unit from failure and should be
capable of breaking flowing the current a failure of the capacitor unit without hazard.
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▪ The ruptured current limiting fuse of each capacitor (element) shall withstand indefinitely
the voltage imposed across it under all operating conditions.
▪ The remaining capacitor elements should be able to operate within the capacitor unit
without disturbance for a present number of unit capacitors.
▪ If one internal capacitor (element) fuse get burnt, this shall not affect the total power and
capacitance of the concerned capacitor unit by more than 3% of the rated power and
capacitance of the capacitor unit . During the design stage. contractor shall submit the
detailed calculations for number of internal fuse element failure to be considered for safe
operation-to distribution for approval. (during operation )
▪ Facilities should be provided to allow for safe simple and quick identification of
defective capacitor units
5.4. Losses :W / KVAR:

➢ Losses in steady state rated voltage and frequency at 25 °C indoor ambient temperature
should not be more than 0.2W/KVAR (Lower values are preferable).
5.5. External fuses:

1. The capacitor unit shall be protected by external fuses. The fuses shall in event of
capacitor failure, function correctly at both, the operating voltage range (0.9)√ 2Un of
the bank and momentary over voltages up to the limit of 2√2Un . The fuses must
withstand the relatively high inrush current.
2. HRC current shall be not less than 1.6 times of rated current of capacitor unit current.
3. The fuses shall be according to latest revision of EDMS 19-400 with suitable rating.
5.6. Insulation Material:

1. The Insulation of the capacitor unit shall be of synthetic foils (poly propylene - film),
however the tenderer can submit paper insulation as an alternative.
2. All PCB impregnates are not allowed for use in Egypt. Insulation shall be of the (Al - film).
Type, each capacitor shall be completely vacuum impregnated with no voids or air pockets
to prevent corona and permit mounting in any position.
5.7. Bushings:
➢ Capacitor shall be of the two / three bushings type. Bushing shall be of well process
porcelain.
➢ Creepage distance shall be not less than 4cm/kv ( in-case of capacitors pole mounted
type without enclosure) unless shall be not less than 2cm / kv.
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➢ All bushings shall be hermetically soldered to the steel case. Heavy tin-plated clamp
type, terminals suitable for standard copper conductors. All capacitor terminals shall be
provided with insulating terminal cover
5.8. insulation Level :
1. The insulation level of the units should be equivalent to that of the bank otherwise extra-
insulation to the units is necessary.
5.9. Internal Discharge Device:

▪ Each capacitor unit shall be equipped with internal discharge resistor which shall drain
the residual voltage from the operating voltage to 75 Volts within 10 minutes after the
capacitor is disconnected from the source of supply according to IEC publication. The
maximum discharge time is 10 minutes for both capacitors and banks.
5.10. Capacitor (Element) Container:

The capacitor elements should be enclosed in a stainless steel housing with minimum
thickness 2mm and all joints welded and tested for liquid tightness.
5.11. Connections:
The connections between individual capacitor units in the same block should be such
that a failed capacitor unit can be easily replaced. All interconnections between various
components should be preferably carried out ( as distribution company requirement )
with tinned copper bus bar/XLPE single core copper cable with suitable cross section
area .
5.12. Marking:
Capacitor shall be has rating name plate of weather proof materials, fitted I a visible position,
showing in all cases the appropriate items indicated below, the entries on the name plate
shall be indelibly marked according to IEC 60871-1.
Manufacturer`s name – Manufacturing year – Serial No. – Rated KVAR – Capacitance in µF
Rated Voltage – Rated frequency – Temperature Category – discharge device – insulation level
– internal fuses– IEC – connection symbol.
6. REACTOR ( Inrush Current limiting Coil)( OPTIONAL)

1. Reactors are required to limit the transient currents produced during the connection of
capacitors should be not exceed the rated making current of LBS .
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2. Current limiting (damping reactor)/detuning reactors should be connected in series with each
unit to limit the inrush current to an acceptable value (according to IEC 60871) and reduce
harmonics to an acceptable level (according to IEEE 519).
3. The current which flows upon energizing should be declared and should take into account
the contribution from parallel connected capacitors.
4. The reactors for indoor application at rated voltage 24 KV and should be air - core reactors
and should be provided with supporting insulators including base plate and accessories
ready for installation
5. The reactor should be capable of withstanding the inrush currents, which can occur during
the life of the capacitor unit.
6. The reactor shall be has highest mechanical and short circuit strength, and low noise levels.
7. Reactors can be dry type / air-core or gapped-core.
a. General technical Data as following table:
Item Unit 12 KV 24kv

Rated Voltage Ur (kv) 12 22
Power frequency withstand for 1 min. Ud (kv) 28 50
Lightning impulse withstand Up (kv) 75 125
Short duration nominal current for 1 sec. (A) 43 In ?
Dynamic Current A 2.5 It ?
Rated Short time withstand current for (1sec.) KA 40 ?
Rated peak withstand current (IP) kA 100 ?
Ambient temperature category Category D
b. Marking
reactor shall be has rating name plate of weather proof materials, fitted on a visible position,
showing in all cases the appropriate items indicated below, the entries on the name plate
shall be indelibly marked.
Type of reactor - Outdoor/indoor application – IEC – Manufacturer`s name - Manufacturer`s
serial number – year of manufacture – insulation level – No. of phases – rated frequency –
highest voltage – rated continuous current – rated thermal short circuit current and duration-
thermal class (for dry type) – total mass – type of cooling –
7. M.V CONTACTOR ( for system voltage up to12kv )
1. Contactor Sf6 or vacuum fixed type.
2. Contactor prepared for controlling capacitive loads.
3. The contactor should be restriking free and two stages pressure switch ( alarm- trip).
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4. Contactor shall be designed for a large number of operations specifically the loads associated
with motors and capacitors.
General technical Data

Item Unit 12 KV
Rated Voltage Ur (kv) 12
Power frequency withstand for 1 min. Ud (kv) 28
Lightning impulse withstand Up (kv) 75
Rated operational current Ie (A) 400
Utilization Category AC4
Rated Short circuit breaking current (Isc) kA ≥6
Rated Short time withstand current for (1sec.) KA ≥6
Rated peak withstand current (IP) kA ≥15.6
Switch frequency Op./h ≥300
Mechanical endurance :
For electromagnetic mechanism Op. ≥1000000
For mechanical latch mechanism Op. ≥100000
Closing time ms m Sec. 40-145
Opening time ms m Sec. 15-40
Operating temperature °C 40 °C
5. for voltage more than 12kv shall be use C.B ( shall be able to break capacitive current of
bank ) with protection relay instead of contactor and both of them shall be approved type by
EEHC.
8. DESIGN CRITERIA
The --EDC shall be identifies type of installation of capacitor bank outdoor or indoor
8.1. OUTOODR CAPACITOR BANK
1. Capacitor bank shall be has metal-oxid surge arrestor for each capacitor unit for internal
and external over voltage on the capacitor units. And it shall be according to latest revision
of EEHC specs. EDMS 11-400
2. In-case of pole mounted
a. The capacitor bank shall be of rack type design and each phase of the bank shall
consist of capacitor units arranged in a vertical stack and mounted horizontally on a
common elevated hanger ( in-case of pole mounted).
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b. The metallic parts of banks such as racks, connection and relay boxes shall be
hot-zinced (at least 600g/m2), unless of anodize aluminum.
c. The capacitors shall be so placed that there is adequate dissipation by convection and
radiation of the heat produced by the capacitor losses.
d. For the capacitor bank shall be mounted as the --EDC requirements
e. Racks shall be made of a corrosion resistant aluminum, welded or bolted together
f. The arrangement of the capacitor bank should be such that adequate access for
replacement of fuses or capacitor units.
g. For outdoor application the air core reactors should be capsulated with Cast-resin
type .
h. Protection box for low voltage and secondary connections of the bank must be
mounted at the works.
i.The Construction for every compartment must take into consideration the facilities
of easy replacement of the capacitor units and the maintenance carried out.
j. The capacitor bank should be provided with suitable ground terminal.
k. Shall be use air disconnector switch with drop out fuse for connection of capacitor
bank , and over-head line, and shall be approved by EEHC according latest revision
of EDMS 19-403
3. In-case of capacitor bank pad mounted
a. Enclosure shall have slope roof ( on sides or back) not less than 6 degrees.
b. Enclosure shall be made from galvanized steel thickness 2.5 mm before painting and
coated by electrostatic painting powder with thickness 60:80 micron.
c. Protection degree shall be not less than IP54.
d. Enclosure shall be include LBS air type or SF6 type (shall be able to cut capacitive
current of capacitor bank) with external fuse for connection of capacitor bank , and
load, and shall be approved by EEHC according latest revision of EDMS 02-100 or
EDMS 02-103 for 12kv respectively & EDMS 02-200 or EDMS 02-203 for 22kv
respectively
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8.2. INDOOR INSTALLATION ( optional according to EDC requirements)

1. The capacitors shall be installed in such a way that there is adequate dissipation by
radiation and convection of the heat produced by the capacitor losses. For indoor capacitor
banks, on e or more fans can be mounted in the bottom of the capacitor compartment to
provide ventilation.
2. Terminal blocks, internal wiring and cabling to the bank shall be included. The bidder
shall provide the banks at the work with the necessary high voltage wiring of the
capacitor units and other equipment and terminals of the bank.
3. Foundations, supporting structures and all electrical connections should be provided even
if any item is not mentioned particularly in these specifications.
4. The capacitor units shall be provided with series reactors, load break switches and current
limiting fuses (as --EDC requirements).
5. The MV capacitor units shall be complete in all respects necessary for their effective and
trouble free operation when connected to the MV system.
6. Enclosure should be made of cold rolled steel sheet 2 mm thickness at least before paint
and should be treated against rust, and provided with primary and finishing coat of
electrostatic painting powder of inside and outside, the external coat is preferred to be high
gray color (RAL 7035).
7. The enclosure should be of electrostatic powder with thickness of 60:80 microns
everywhere.
8. The enclosure should be galvanized steel to provide distinct corrosion protection, and
finished with electrostatic paint (as option according to ….EDC requirements).
9. Degree of protection for the enclosure should be at least IP 41 for indoor installation.
10. The enclosure door should be provided with suitable gaskets, and should have locks with a
master key.
11. The whole unit enclosure should have two eye-bolts diagonals to be lifted
12. The capacitor bank should be designed to give maximum reliability in service operation,
inspection and maintenance.
13. Heater of 100-watt, 220V AC with a hygrostat and a M.C.B.
14. Enclosure shall include LBS (air type or SF6 type) with external fuse / C.B (shall be able to
cut capacitive current of capacitor bank) for connection of capacitor bank , and load, and
shall be approved by EEHC according latest revision of EDMS 02-100 or EDMS 02-103 for
12kv respectively & EDMS 02-200 or EDMS 02-203 for 24kv respectively.
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15. The enclosure shall be air forced ventilation according to the following:
Nominal voltage VAC 220-240

Frequency Hz 50
Mn. ambient temperature C° -10
Max. ambient temperature C° 55
≥ 80 for 30&40 k VAR
≥ 100 for 50&60 k VAR
≥ 120 for 70 k VAR
≥ 150 for 80 k VAR
Min. air flow m3/h ≥ 160 for 100 k VAR
≥ 180 for 120 k VAR
≥ 240 for 150 k VAR
≥ 320 for 200 k VAR
Connection line 2 flat plugs
Bearing Sleeve or ball bearing system
Life time at 40C° 37500 or more
Housing material Metal
Material of impeller Metal
16. The capacitor bank should be completely assembled in one metallic cubicle (as drawing).
Which contains: the high voltage connection, contactors, inrush current coils and auxiliaries.
17. The capacitor banks shall include the racks for the capacitor units and metal enclosure for
live high voltage parts of the bank.
18. All doors shall be earthed by flexible wire not Y/G not less than 6 mm2.
19. The enclosure door cannot be opened unless earth switch is in the “ON” position
20. The enclosure shall have a pocket or provision inside to store the instruction documents and
other relevant information.
21. The enclosure should be has means of non-closing the doors during maintenance.
22. M.V voltage terminals for external connection between main panel and capacitor bank shall
be supplied by the supplier.
23. One horn fed from power supply 110VDCor AC fitted on the enclosure to give alarm
in-case of capacitor over presser ( open contactor)
24. The horn should be held by dual reset from push bottom and timer then a yellow lamp
indicate the status of horn reset.
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25. Auxiliary voltage 220V or 110V DC/AC fed form main panel (customer scope).
26. Earting B.B shall be not less than 150 mm2
27. One timer for controlling contactor operation
28. Capacitor bank shall be equipped with an Over & under voltage protection relay .and
protection against low pressure gas in case of SF6 contactor.
29. Capacitor bank shall be has metal-oxid surge arrestor for each capacitor unit for internal and
external over voltage on the capacitor units. And it shall be according to latest revision of
EEHC specs. EDMS 11-400
30. Manufacturer shall supply data on expected lifetime for the capacitor bank(s) at rated service
conditions.
9. TESTING
9.1 Type Test:
All equipment shall be successfully type tested as EEHC approved laboratory in

accordance to latest relevant standard for the following:
9.1.1 M.V. Capacitor according to IEC 60871-1
a. Thermal stability test
b. Measurement of (tan Ϭ) of a capacitor.
c. AC test between terminals and container.
d. Lightning impulse voltage test between terminals and container.
e. Over voltage test.
f. Short circuit discharge test.
g. Disconnecting test on internal fuses.
h. Test of an external fuse in a combination with a capacitor.
9.1.2 M.V contactor as per IEC 62271-106

a. Mechanical endurance test.
b. Making and breaking and reversibility test.
c. Overload current withstand tests
d. Short-circuit current making and breaking tests.
e. Verification of operating limits and characteristics of overload relays.
f. Change-over ability and reversibility, where applicable.
g. Test of the striker mechanism.
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9.1.3 Rector as per IEC 60076-1&6

a. Temperature rise test at rated continuous current.
b. Lightning impulse test for current-limiting reactor.
c. Measuring of power consumption of fans and oil pumps if any.
9.2 ROUTINE TEST :
Routine tests of the capacitor bank should be carried out according to latest
relevant IEC standards by the manufacturer; a representative of –EDC will
attend these tests before acceptance.
The --EDC have the right to add any test during delivery to check the
quality of the product.
9.2.1 Visual inspection.
9.2.2 Mechanical operating tests.
9.2.3 Electrical operating tests.
9.2.4 Dielectric test.
9.2.5 Capacitor unit tests
a. Capacitance measurement
b. Capacitor losses tangent (tanϬ) measurement.
c. Voltage test between terminals.
d. A.C. voltage test between terminal and container.
e. Test of internal discharge device.
f. Sealing test.
9.2.6 Contactor tests:

a. Design and visual checks.
b. Dielectric test on main circuit
c. Tests on auxiliary and control circuit
9.2.7 Reactor unit tests:

a. Measuring winding resistance.
b. Measuring od impedance at rated continuous current.
c. Measuring of losses at ambient temperature.
d. Winding of over voltage test.
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10. AFTER SALE SERVVICES:

➢ The tenderer should have a service center in Egypt covers all its deliverables.
➢ --EDC reserves its right to claim a free after sale service all over the warranty period
guaranteed by the tenderer that covers all its deliverables, after sale services should include
and not limited to the following:
1. Technical support.
2. Maintenance.
3. Original Spare parts.
4. Submittals.
➢ All the services, spare parts, materials and accessories will be needed during the after-sale
maintenance should be guaranteed by the tenderer immediately and wherever required
(Warehouse – Site – Lab. ….etc.).
11. GUARANTEE
➢ The supplier guarantees the capacitor bank against all defects arising out of faulty design or
workmanship, or of defective material for period of 18 months from date of delivery or 12
months from date of operation.
➢ The good quality and manufacturing of the materials should be guaranteed.
➢ Any parts which on account of poor quality of the materials, manufacturing defects or poor
assembly, should be replaced or repaired in the shortest time possible and free of charge.
12. MARKING
➢ The following data should be engraved or laser printed on an aluminum/stainless steel
nameplate riveted on the capacitor bank and located in a visible and legible place when the
switchboard is installed showing the following information:
➢ Manufacturer’s name
➢ Type/Model
➢ Serial Number and year of Manufacturing
➢ Distribution company name
➢ Order number
➢ Rated KVAR
➢ Rated voltage and rated insulation level
➢ Rated frequency
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13. SUBMITTALS
a. Vendor shall provide the following with the quotation:
1. Clause by clause compliance with the specification.
2. All necessary drawings including the scheme drawing of the power capacitor bank,
dimensions, single line diagram of (control circuit, …etc.)
3. Technical catalogues containing the technical data for all offered components of the unit
should be submitted.
4. Installation and maintenance instructions.
5. Copy of type test report for capacitor, contactor, and reactor.
6. Submitted a valid approved letter from the Egyptian Electricity Holding Company if any.
b. Vendor shall provide the following after signing of purchase order:

1. Details of manufacturing and testing schedules
2. Routine test reports (including tightness test)
c. Vendor shall provide the following with delivering:

1. Operation (user) manual.
2. Handles, Master Keys, Locks….. for operation and locking.
14. TECHNICAL DATA SCHEDULE

➢ The guarantee schedules should be submitted and the tenderer should fill in the attached
guarantee tables.
➢ --EDC reserves the right to reject any tender not accompanied with clear and complete
guarantee tables.
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GUARANTEE TABLES
Table (1)
Capacitor Bank
No. ITEM EEHC Specs. Supplier. Remarks

Natural and forced ventilation
Rated capacity
1 must be taken into
(KVAR)
consideration for the bank
2 Rated Voltage 12KV 7.2Kv
Max. Allowable
3 130 % IO
over current
4 Frequency 50 Hz
Connection of
5 Delta or Star
capacitor
Discharge time to
6 600 sec. 600 sec.
75V
Insulation level of 28/75
7 20/60KV
Bank kv
Inside the container
8 Mounting
indoor
Capacitor Bank
9 IEC 60871-1
According to
Table (2)
Inrush current coils ( REACTOR)
Supplier
No. ITEM EEHC Specs. Remarks
Specs.
Calculated by the
1 Inductance X µH manufacturer inside
the container
2 Max. Operating Voltage 12KV 7,2kv
3 Service Voltage 11KV 3.3 or 6.6 kv
AC withstand voltage for
4 28 KV 20kv
1 min.
Impulse withstand
5 75 KV 60 KV
voltage1.2/50 µs
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Date: 25-01-2024
Table (3)
Over & Under Voltage Protection Relay
No. ITEM EEHC Specs. Supplier Specs. Remarks
st
1 Stage
1. Voltage setting range 100-115%Un
Time range 0-5 Sec.
2nd Stage
2. Voltage setting range 115-130%Un
Time range 0-5 Sec.
Voltage setting range 60%Un
3.
Time range 0-5 Sec.
4. Auxiliary Voltage 110-220 V DC or AC
5. Contact rating 7.5A – 250V DC/AC, NO
Table (4)
SF6/ VACCUM Contactor for Switching Process of Capacitor Bank
No. ITEM EEHC Specs. Supplier Specs. Remarks

1 Rated MVAR
2 System Voltage 12KV
3 AC withstand voltage 28 KV/1 min.
4 Impulse with stand voltage 75 KV/1.2/50 µSec.
5 Rated normal current 400 A
6 Rated S.C. Current 8 KA for 3 Sec.
7 Auxiliary Voltage 110-220 VDC or AC
9 Capacitor Bank According to IEC 62271-100
We guarantee the data given above for the equipment offered
Signature: ………………………………
Date: ………………………………
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‫‪Ministry of Electricity and Renewable Energy‬‬ ‫وزارة الكهرباء والطاقة المتجددة‬

‫‪Egyptian Electricity Holding Company‬‬ ‫الشركة القابضة لكهرباء مصر‬

‫‪EDMS 21- 400 - 1‬‬

‫مدير عام المشروعات بالشركة القابضة لكهرباء مصر‬

‫مهندس ‪ /‬ياسر وهبه‬

‫لشركة جنوب القاهرة لتوزيع الكهرباء‬

‫مهندس‪ /‬مدحت عويس فودة‬

‫العضو المتفرغ لشئون شركات التوزيع‬

‫دكتور مهندس ‪ /‬خالد محمـد الدستاوى‬

‫رئيس مجلس إدارة الشركة القابضة لكهرباء مصر‬

‫مهندس ‪ /‬جابر دسوقي مصطفى‬

EDMS 21- 400 - 1

Issue: Jan. 2024 / Rev- 1

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-5°C to +45°C (50°C is an option according to --EDC requirements),

Maximum relative humidity 95 %

4. GENERAL TECHNICAL DATA

System highest voltage 3.6 kV 7.2 kV 12 kV 24 KV

5. CAPACITOR ( SINGLE / THREE ) PHASE:

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5.2. Capacitor (Elements):

5.3. Internal Fuses :

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5.4. Losses :W / KVAR:

5.5. External fuses:

5.6. Insulation Material:

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5.9. Internal Discharge Device:

5.10. Capacitor (Element) Container:

6. REACTOR ( Inrush Current limiting Coil)( OPTIONAL)

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Item Unit 12 KV 24kv

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General technical Data

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8.2. INDOOR INSTALLATION ( optional according to EDC requirements)

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Nominal voltage VAC 220-240

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All equipment shall be successfully type tested as EEHC approved laboratory in

9.1.2 M.V contactor as per IEC 62271-106

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9.1.3 Rector as per IEC 60076-1&6

9.2 ROUTINE TEST :

9.2.6 Contactor tests:

9.2.7 Reactor unit tests:

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10. AFTER SALE SERVVICES:

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b. Vendor shall provide the following after signing of purchase order:

c. Vendor shall provide the following with delivering:

14. TECHNICAL DATA SCHEDULE

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No. ITEM EEHC Specs. Supplier. Remarks

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No. ITEM EEHC Specs. Supplier Specs. Remarks