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Inspection, Test and Measurement Procedures for LV and MV (up to 36kV) Switchgears (on photo Eaton Cutler Hammer Magnum DS
Switchgear Inspection, and Transformer Testing)
Partial discharge testing and infrared scanning can be used to obtain data on the performance of the insulation
system and the integrity of the switchgear busbars and cable terminations. The frequency of such tests
will depend on the duty, age and condition of the switchgear.
NOTE //
The effectiveness of infra-red scanning
depends on the ability to access the
current-carrying components under
loaded condition. Scanning through
metallic enclosures has generally proved
ineffective. Removal of enclosures of live
equipment may not be possible without
compromising electrical safety.
LV switchgear
Infrared partial discharge testing (photo credit: reliabilityweb.com)
Type
Description
Interval
Extent
1. INSPECTION
1y
All
4y
8y
Metering:
- Correctness main voltmeters.
- Correctness main ammeters.
4y
2y
4y
Busbar systems:
- Torque bolts (1).
- Insulation resistance.
- Continuity (ductor).
8y
Motor feeders:
- Draw-out system/interlocks.
- Cable connection tightness.
4y
4y
10%
3y
All
2. TEST AND
MEASUREMENT (3)
All
Restart system.
4y
10%
4y
selected
Plain feeders:
- Draw-out system/interlocks.
- Cable connection tightness.
4y
All
Protection/tripping. (2)
4y
10%
4y
All
NOTES:
1. Access to modern, high integrity, insulated/segregated busbar systems may be difficult. In this case
other test and measurements as indicated should give sufficient information on the actual condition.
2. CT connected protection relays should be tested by means of secondary injection.
3. Testing of change-over systems of emergency switchboards should coincide with the testing of
the emergency generator/system.
4. Type of protection e. Motor protection devices are selected so that the tripping time from hot when the
locked rotor current of the motor is carried, is carried with the motor in the stalled condition, is less than
the time tE on the motor nameplate.
5. Internal inspection should be limited to contactor/control equipment installed out of doors in boxes,
e.g. MOV control panels.
Description
Interval
Extent
1. INSPECTION
1y
All
4y
8y
Metering:
- Correctness of main voltmeters.
- Correctness of main ammeters.
- Correctness of other measuring systems.
4y
All
4y
All
8y
4y
2. TEST AND
MEASUREMENT (3)
3. RESTORATION
3y
Contact distance.
4y
Vacuum, SF6
4y
Oil-immersed
All
Restart system.
4y
Motors
Busbar systems:
- Torque bolts (1).
- Insulation resistance.
- Dielectric strength.
- Continuity (ductor).
8y
All
4y
4y
Oil filtering/replacement.
Component replacement.
As
necessary
All
NOTES:
1. Access to modern, high integrity, insulated/segregated busbar systems may be difficult. In this case
other test and measurements as indicated should give sufficient information on the actual condition.
2. CT connected protection relays should be tested by means of secondary injection.
3. After operation of the circuit breaker/contactor following a short circuit, the proper operation of
switching device and its protection shall be tested.
4. Type of protection e.
Motor protection devices are selected so that the tripping time from hot when carrying the locked
rotor current of the motor is carried, with the motor in the stalled condition, is less than the stated time
tE on the motor nameplate.
5. Where used for tariff purposes.
Reference: Field commissioning and maintenance of electrical installations and equipment // DEP 63.10.08.11Gen.
About Author //
Edvard Csanyi
Edvard - Electrical engineer, programmer and founder of EEP. Highly specialized for
design of LV high power busbar trunking (<6300A) in power substations, buildings and
industry fascilities. Designing of LV/MV switchgears. Professional in AutoCAD
programming and web-design. Present on
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