6.

0 220kV CIRCUIT BREAKERS:

This specification is for three pole operated outdoor 220kV circuit breaker together with controls and ancillary
equipment.

 CONSTRUCTION

 The circuit breakers shall be single pole operated, out-door type, Trip free SF6 gas insulated and shall
comply with the requirements of IEC 56 and IS 2516.
 The circuit breaker shall be live tank type.
 All the three poles of circuit breakers shall be operated by local electrical and remote/electrical from the
mechanism in the housing.
 The circuit breaker shall have SF6 gas for electrical interrupting medium.
 The SF6 gas shall comply with the requirement of IEC 376 and be suitable for use in the circuit breaker
when it is operated under the service and system conditions.
 Sufficient gas shall be provided for filling the circuit breaker at installation with additional 20% for any losses.
SF6 Gas filling equipment with Gas leak Detector and all accessories, and necessary volume of SF6 Gas
with Cylinder.
 Insulation creepage distance shall not be less than 25mm per kV of rated voltage between phases.

 OPERATING MECHANISM

 The operating mechanism shall be suitable for mounting at the circuit breaker supporting structure, and
below the circuit breaker in a weather-proof, dust- proof, vermin-proof and well-ventilated housing.
 Operating duty shall be standard and operating mechanism shall be trip free during the entire closing
sequence.
 Operating mechanism shall be provided with either motor wound spring or pressure actuated mechanism
with provision for hand charge.
 Motor operating voltage shall be 110 Volts D.C.
 A set of at least ten normally closed and ten normally open spare potential free contacts shall be provided
for remote electrical indication as well as electrical interlocking and shall be wired to a terminal block in the
housing.
 Potential free contacts shall be provided for alarming spring charge failure or control oil pressure low.
Potential free contacts shall be provided for alarms for SF6 gas low and SF6 Trip Block.
 A minimum of twenty (20) spare terminals shall be provided for connection to the current and voltage
transformers.
 The circuit breaker shall be provided with Local/Remote selector switch. The selection of local operation
shall inhibit the operation of the circuit breaker from any remote source and selection of remote inhibits
operation from local operation.
 The circuit breaker shall be provided with Open/Neutral/Close Operation. a local switch for
 Mechanically operated indication to show the status of the circuit breaker operations (open/close and
springs charged/discharged) shall be provided.
 Local pressures Gauge to indicate the SF6 Gas pressure
7.0 220 KV CURRENT TRANSFORMERS:

 SCOPE
This specifacion is for current transformers for use with electrical instruments and electrical protective devices on
system with maximum operating voltage of 242Kv.

 CONSTRUCTION
The current transformer shall be outdoor, oil-filled hermetically sealed and shall comply with the requirement of IEC
185. The current transformer shall be suitable for vertical installation on steel structure.

8.0 220 KV POTENTIAL TRANSFORMERS:

 SCOPE

 This specification is Potential transformers for use with electrical instruments and electrical protective
devices on system with maximum operating voltage up to 242kV.
 The voltage transformers will be connected to overhead system operating at a nominal voltage of 220kV and
a maximum voltage of 242kV which are generally of earthed construction.
 The voltage transformer will be connected between line and earth of a 3- phase 3-wire system with the
neutral point solidly earthed.

 CONSTRUCTION

 The voltage transformer shall be Single phase, out-door, oil-immersed, hermetically sealed and shall comply
with the requirement of IEC 186.
 The voltage transformer shall be suitable for installation on steel structure.
 The voltage transformer shall be fitted with lugs.
 The porcelain portion of the voltage transformer shall be made of high-grade brown glazed porcelain. All
other external parts shall be either inherently resistant to atmospheric corrosion or hot dip galvanized.
 The porcelain portion of the voltage transformer shall be made of high-grade brown glazed porcelain. All
other external parts shall be either inherently resistant to atmospheric corrosion or hot dip galvanized.
 The voltage transformer shall have primary, secondary and earth terminals.

9.0 220KV ISOLATORS:

 SCOPE

 This specification is for 220kV, 2000 Amps Isolator OFF LOAD type for use online disconnection, isolation of
substation apparatus.
 This specification covers both the 220 kV isolators with and without earth switch.

 CONSTRUCTION

 The isolator shall be center rotating type, double break, horizontal upright mounting isolator for use on a
220kV, 50 Hz, 3-phase system.
 The isolator shall be complete with supporting base, phase coupling details, operating rod, unions and
guides.
  The operating mechanism shall be provided with a universal joint to allow for a reasonable degree of out-of
alignment of the operating rod.
 The isolator shall be Motorized and also fitted with manual operation facility. There should be a remote
selection to allow for operation of the isolator from the control room. The remote selection should block any
local electrical or manual operation.
 The supporting under-base shall be hot dip galvanized steel as per the requirement of BS 729. The under-
base shall be suitable for mounting on a steel structure.
 All the three switches shall be arranged so that the phase units are mounted independently and then finally
interconnected with coupling tubes so as to ensure simultaneous operation of all switches by drive rods and
operating handle for both manual and motor operation.
 The operating mechanism shall be fixed at the base frame, in a weatherproof, vermin proof and dust proof
housing. The degree of protection shall be class IP 54 as per IEC144.
 Auxiliary dry contacts, five normally open and five normally closed shall be provided for electrical interlocks
such that the isolator and associated 220 kV circuit breaker can be interlocked with each other. The contacts
shall be rated to continuously carry at least 10Amps at voltages up to 500V dc/ac
 Each phase shall be mounted on a spiral type solid core post insulator conforming to IEC 60273, and shall
be fitted with clamp connector for the suitable conductor/connector.
 The isolator shall be designed such that in fully open position, it shall provide adequate electrical isolation
between the contacts on all the three switches.
 All current carrying parts shall be made of electrolytic hard drawn copper with switch contacts silver plated.
 The earth switch shall consist of a hinged type earthing switch fixed at the base frame. The earth switch
shall have the same rating as the isolator.
 The isolator shall be provided with both mechanical and electrical interlocking devices between the isolator
and earth switch so that during operations, it is only possible to operate the earth switch with the isolator in
the open position and the isolator with the earth switches in the open position.
 Ten normally open and ten normally closed auxiliary contacts shall be provided on the switch for future use.
 Five normally open and five normally closed auxiliary contacts shall be provided on the earth switch for
future use.
 The isolator and earth switch shall be provided with a padlocking facility such that the mechanism can be
locked in OPEN or CLOSED position.

10.0 220/33KV, 100 MVA ONAF POWER TRANSFORMER:

 SCOPE

 This specification is for newly manufactured outdoor oil type power transformer as described below:
 100 MVA, 220/33kV, 50Hz, YNd11, ONAF(ONAN 80MVA) three phase power transformer.
 The specification also covers inspection and test of the transformer as well as schedule of Guaranteed
Technical Particulars to be filled, signed by the manufacturer and submitted for tender evaluation.
 The specification stipulates the minimum requirements for 100 MVA, 220/33kV power transformer
acceptable for use in the company and it shall be the responsibility of the manufacturer to ensure adequacy
of the design and good engineering practice in the manufacture of the transformer.

 SYSTEM CHARACTERISTICS

 The secondary HV system is 220,000 volts, 3 phase, 3 wire, 50Hz, with neutral point solidly earthed.
 The primary MV system is 33,000 volts, 3 phase, 3 wire, 50Hz,
  GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

 A The transformer shall be outdoor, oil-immersed, of ONAF classification and core type (lamination
stackings). All offers shall comply with the requirements of IEC 60076. Any deviations/additional
requirements shall be as stated in this specification.
 The transformer shall be a two winding type three-phase integral unit.
 The transformer shall be of the free breathing type. A dehydrating cobalt free breather of approved design
shall be provided.
 The transformer and accessories shall be designed to facilitate operation, inspection, maintenance and
repairs. All apparatus shall be designed to ensure satisfactory operation under such sudden variations of
load and voltage as may be met with under working conditions on the system, including those due to short
circuits.
 The design shall incorporate every reasonable precaution and provision for the safety of all those concerned
in the operation and maintenance of the equipment keeping in view the regulatory requirements.
 All material used shall be of the best quality and of the class most suitable for working under the conditions
specified and shall withstand the variations of temperatures and atmospheric conditions arising under
working conditions without undue distortion or deterioration or the setting up of undue stresses in any part,
and also without affecting the strength and suitability of the various parts for the work which they have to
perform.
 Corresponding parts liable to be replaced shall be interchangeable.
 All outdoor apparatus, including bushings insulators with their mountings, shall be designed so as to avoid
pockets in which water can collect.
 All connections and contacts shall be of ample section and surface for carrying continuously the specified
currents without undue heating and fixed connections shall be secured by bolts or set screws of ample size,
adequately locked. Lock nuts shall be used on stud connections carrying current. All leads from the winding
to the terminals and bushings shall be adequately supported to prevent injury from vibration including a
systematical pull under short circuit conditions.
 All apparatus shall be designed to minimize the risk or accidental short- circuit caused by animals, birds or
vermin.
 In tank on-load-tap changers shall be located such that the space above the diverter switch chamber will be
free of inter-connecting pipes etc. for lifting the diverter switch unit for inspection and maintenance purposes.
 Galvanizing shall be applied by the hot-dipped process to ISO 1461 and for all parts other than steel wires
shall consist of a thickness of zinc coating equivalent to not less than 610g of zinc per square meter of
surface. The zinc coating shall be smooth, clean and of uniform thickness and free from defects. The
preparation of galvanizing and the galvanizing itself shall not adversely affect the mechanical properties of
the coated material. The quality will be established by tests as per ISO 1461.
 All bolts, nuts, and washers exposed to atmosphere and in contact with non- ferrous parts which carry
current shall be of phosphor bronze. If bolts and nuts are placed so that they are inaccessible by means of
ordinary spanners, suitable special spanners shall be provided by the supplier. Except for hardware, which
may have to be removed at site, all external surfaces shall receive at least four coats of paint. The total dry
film thickness shall be between 100 and 130 microns.
 Descriptive labels for mounting indoors or inside cubicles and kiosks shall be of material that will ensure
permanence of the lettering. A matt or satin finish shall be provided to avoid dazzle from reflected light.
Labels mounted on dark surface shall have white lettering on a black background. Danger notices shall have
red lettering on a white background.
 All interior surfaces of chambers or kiosks that are in contact with air shall receive at least three coats of
paint, of which the topcoat shall be of a light shade.
 The design and all materials and processes used in the manufacture of the transformer, shall be such as to
reduce to a minimum the risk of the development of acidity in the oil.
 Every care shall be taken to ensure that the design and manufacture of the transformers and auxiliary plant
shall be such to have minimum noise and vibration levels following good modern manufacturing practices.
The maximum noise levels shall be stated in the bid.

RATINGS
  The windings of the transformer shall be rated at 100 MVA ONAN.
 The rating specified in this clause shall be the continuous rating at the maximum ambient temperature.
 The transformer shall be capable of carrying its full normal rating continuously at any tap under the conditions
without undue stress, overheating, or the temperature rise in the hottest region exceeding 55°C and 60°C in oil and
windings respectively.
 The loading capabilities shall be demonstrated by a temperature rise test. This test shall be done at site.
 The transformer shall be capable of withstanding the maximum fault level at its rated voltage and impedance for 2
seconds. The design should cater for the expected lifetime of the transformer.

WINDING AND CONNECTIONS

 The transformer shall be wound Dyn11 to be checked with respect to the 110 kV and 11 kV windings as per
IEC 60076.
 The transformers shall be capable of operation without danger on any particular tapping at the rated MVA
when the voltage may vary by ± 10% in steps of 1.25% of the voltage corresponding to the tapping.
 The windings and connections as well as the insulating material shall not soften, ooze, shrink or collapse
during service. The materials shall be non- catalytic and chemically inactive in transformer oil during service.
 No strip conductor wound on edge shall have a width exceeding six times its thickness. The conductors shall
be transposed at sufficient intervals to minimize eddy currents and equalize the current and temperature
distribution along the windings.
 The windings and connections shall be properly braced to withstand shocks during transportation or due to
short circuit and other transient conditions during service.
 Adequate pre-shrinkage of the coil assembly using pre-compressed press board material having low
moisture content for the radial spacer blocks shall be ensured by the manufacturers so that there is no
displacement of the radial spacer blocks due to frequent short circuits on the transformers.
 All windings after being wound and all fibrous hygroscopic materials used in the construction of the
transformer shall be dried under vacuum and impregnated with hot oil.
 The coil clamping rings wherever used shall preferably be of flat insulated steel laminations.
 The radial spacer blocks must be made of pre-compressed pressboard material, which will not soften while
in contact with oil or fray out into fibers or edges. The slots should be so dimensioned that the blocks will not
come out of the slots.
 All joints shall be brazed/crimped considering the vibrations due to short circuits and load fluctuations.
 During inspection they will check the built-up winding for its quality, weight of copper, insulation and overall
weight of coil assembly. The size of conductor used for different windings shall also be checked during stage
inspection to check the current density.
 The transformer shall be designed with particular attention to the suppression of harmonic voltage,
especially the third and fifth, so as to eliminate wave- form distortion and from any possibility of high
frequency disturbances, inductive effects or of circulating currents between the neutral points at different
transforming stations reaching such a magnitude as to cause interference with communication circuits.
 The windings shall be designed to reduce to a minimum the out-of-balance forces in the transformer at all
voltage ratios.

TAPPING

 TAPPING RANGE
 The transformer shall be provided with tapping on the 110-kV winding for a variation of no-load primary
voltage for parallel operation, with Tap No. 1 having the highest voltage assignment, as follows:

110000 volts + or - 10% in steps of 1.25 %

 CORE AND FLUX DENSITY

a) CORE
 The core shall be constructed from the laminations of high-grade cold rolled non-aging, grain-oriented silicon
steel known as M4 High B Grade or superior grade CRGO steels of maximum 0.27mm or less lamination
thickness especially suitable for transformer core. The grade of CRGO shall be stated in the bid.
 The design of the magnetic circuit shall be such as to avoid static discharges, development of short-circuit
paths within itself or to the earthed or to the clamping structure and the production of flux components at
right angles to the plane of the laminations which may cause local heating.
 Every care shall be exercised in the selection, treatment and handling of core steel to ensure that as far as
practicable, the laminations are flat and the finally assembled core is free from distortion.
 Adequate oil ducts shall be provided in the core for cooling. Tinned copper strip bridging pieces shall be
used for maintaining electrical continuity wherever the magnetic circuit is provided into pockets by such
ducts or insulating material thicker than 0.25mm.
 There shall be no movement of the core assembly relative to the tank during transport, installation as well as
in service due to sudden jerks caused by short circuits and fluctuating loads.
 All steel sections used for supporting the core shall be thoroughly sand blasted or shot blasted after cutting,
drilling and welding. Any non-magnetic or high resistance alloy shall be of established quality.
 Adequate lifting lugs shall be provided to enable core and winding to be lifted.
 The supporting framework of the Cores shall be so designed 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.
 The insulation structure for the core to bolts and core to clamp plate shall be such as to withstand a voltage
of 2kV AC for one minute.

b) FLUX DENSITY

 The primary voltage variation, which may affect the flux density at every tap, shall be kept in view while
designing the transformer.
 The transformer shall be so designed that the working flux density shall not exceed 1.6 Tesla at normal
voltage, frequency & ratio. Tenders with higher flux density than specified shall not be considered.
 Tender shall indicate the continuous allowable maximum flux for one minute and five seconds.
 The limit of flux density at which core material used saturates shall also be stated in the tender. The name
and grade of core material shall be stated in the tender.
 The successful tenderer shall be required to furnish magnetization curve of the core material, design
calculations and such other data/documents deemed fit by the purchaser for being satisfied that flux density
is as desired.

NOTE:
The above flux density has been specified to meet with the over fluxing of the core due to temporary over voltage of
the orders of 25% for one minute and 40% for five seconds that may appear in abnormal conditions such as the one
obtained following sudden loss of large loads.

LOSSES, REGULATION AND IMPEDANCE

 Losses of the transformer shall be stated and shall be subject to tolerances in accordance with IEC 60076.
The fixed losses shall be as low as is consistent with good design, reliability and economical use of
materials.
 Voltage regulation from no-load to continuous rated output at unity power factor, at 0.8 lagging and 0.8
leading power factor with constant voltage across the higher voltage windings shall be stated in the bid.
  The impedance voltage at extreme tappings and at principal tapping shall be stated and shall be subject to
tolerances in accordance with IEC 60076.

TERMINALS ARRANGEMENT & BUSHINGS

 The 11kV and 110kV windings shall be brought out separately through open bushings of outdoor,
weatherproof design in accordance with the latest IEC standard.
 Bushings for 110kV terminals shall be of oil-filled condenser type construction, draw-out type and shall each
have a capacitance test point. Bushings for 11kV terminals shall be of the solid porcelain type.
 The neutral bushing of the transformer shall be identical to the corresponding phase terminal bushings for
11kV Bushings.
 Spacing and air clearances shall be so co-ordinated as to render the probability of a flashover from the
terminal of one winding to the terminal of another winding negligible.
 Leakage distance of bushings shall not be less than 25mm/kV, based on operating phase to phase voltage.
 Bushing terminals shall be clamp type suitable for both copper and aluminium Bus bars of sizes up to 76mm
diameter.
 Each bushing of the 11kV windings shall be mounted on a turret. Each turret shall be suitable for
accommodating at least three sets of current transformers.
 Terminal arrangement on the HV and LV sides shall be 1U,1V,1W and 2U, 2V, 2W & 2 N, respectively.

CURRENT TRANSFORMERS TO BE FITTED

 Current transformers shall be installed in the Neutral bushing turrets and shall be of the following quantities,
ratios, ratings and class:

11KV NEUTRAL

CORE 1

 Neutral side;15 VA 600-/1A, cl. 5P20- for Standby Earth fault Protection.

CORE 2

 Neutral Side:15VA 600/1A, cl.PS -for Restricted Earth fault Protection

 Current transformers of suitable rating and class for winding temperature indicators shall be installed to
adequately cover the transformer as indicated above for guidance.
 Current transformers shall comply with the requirements of IEC 60044.
 Full technical particulars of current transformers offered, including type test results from an International
reputable Testing Authority or a National Testing Authority shall be submitted with tender.

AIR CLEARANCE

 When totally assembled, as in service, electrical clearances in air shall be adequate to withstand the
assigned impulse withstand test voltages.
 Care shall be taken to ensure that all fittings are suitably positioned so as not to interfere with the external
connection to the bushing terminals.
 Minimum external air clearances shall be as shown under.

NOMINAL SYSTEM VOLTAGE BETWEEN PHASES 11kV 110Kv

Minimum clearance phase-to-earth and phase-to-neutral mm 320 1300
Minimum clearance phase-to-phase between phases of mm 320 1300
the same winding
INSULATION LEVELS

The complete transformer arranged for service, shall be capable of withstanding the following voltages and shall
comply fully with the requirements of IEC 60076 Part 3, including the latest amendments.

Nominal system Highest system Lightning Impulse Power frequency

Voltage Voltage withstand voltage withstand voltage
(kV, mms) (kV, rms) (kV, peak) (kV, rms)
11 12 28 75
110 123 550 230

ON LOAD TAP CHANGER AND MECHANISM BOX

 The transformer shall be complete with vacuum type on-load, electrically driven tap changing mechanism of
the high-speed resistor transition type and shall comply with the requirements of IEC 214 and 512. The
equipment shall be suitable for remote operation from a control panel supplied with the transformer as well
as for local operation from the Motor Drive Unit (MDU) mounted on the transformer body.
 The mechanism shall be so designed as to ensure that when a tap change operation is in progress, it shall
be able to complete the task independently irrespective of operation of any relays or switches.
 Adequate means shall be provided to safeguard the transformer and its auxiliary circuits from damage
should a failure of the auxiliary supply or any other mal operation occur during the progress of tap changing
that may prevent it from completing its task.
 Means shall be provided in the marshalling kiosk for mechanical isolation of the supply to the Motor Drive
Unit, and a suitable thermal overload device (details to be submitted with tender) shall be provided in the
MDU for the protection of the motor.
 The possibility of over-running the mechanism at each end of the voltage range shall be prevented by
means of limit switches and mechanical stops. Other techniques used to prevent tap changer runaway shall
be indicated.
 A mechanically operated device shall be provided to indicate the tap position locally, and a suitable tap
position transmitter shall be provided for the remote tap position indication.
 A counter shall be provided on the tap changing mechanism box to indicate the total number of operations
completed by the equipment.
 Contactors and associated equipment for the control circuit for local/remote and manual operations of the
tap changer mechanism shall be housed in the mechanism box.
 The tap changer (diverter switch) shall be housed in a separate compartment and shall be Vacuum Type.
Sufficient documentation for the vacuum switch in form of manuals, instructions, drawings, technical
characteristics, certified type test certificates and reports (from an International Testing/ Standards
Laboratory), manufacturing and export experience of the supplier shall be submitted with the tender for
technical evaluation.
 The Motor Drive Unit shall have the following in addition to what has been stated above:

(a) Isolating switch in the transformer marshalling box for the supply to the tap changer Motor Drive Unit,

(b) Raise/lower contactors for tap changer motor operation, and associated single phase protection/overload relay,

(c) Switch for selection of local/remote tap changer control,

(d) Switch or switches for local tap changer operation,

(e) Provisions shall be made available for hand operation in the mechanism box.

 The tap changer shall be of internationally reputable manufacture and proven reliability in service. Detailed
documentation and copies of certificates shall be submitted with the tender for evaluation.
REMOTE TAP CHANGER CONTROL PANEL

The remote tap changer control panel shall contain the following devices:

 Automatic Voltage Regulating Relay (to be of proven design and technical details submitted with tender).
 Off/Manual/Automatic switch for the Relay.
 Raise /Lower control switch.
 Raise, Lower, 'out of step' and tap change in progress indication lamps
 Dial type Tap position indicator (technical details to be submitted with the tender).
 Master/Follower/Independent Scheme and selector switch. The Tap Changer shall employ, negative
reactance or circulating current principle scheme for parallel operation with other three similar transformers
but of different rating.
 Local/Remote switch
 KV meter (technical details to be submitted with the tender)
 Door operated lamp and anti-condensation heater.
 Heater switch ON/OFF to control anti-condensation heater
 Various control circuits controlled by Miniature Circuit Breakers

AUTOMATIC VOLTAGE REGULATING RELAY

The relay shall be of Numerical type proven design and shall incorporate the following features;

 A Rated voltage 110V AC.

 Rated Current 1 Amp.
 Initial time delay range 5-100 seconds, and ability to select Integrated delay or Definite time delay.
 Inter-tap delay 1-80 seconds
 Relay voltage setting, adjustable in steps of 1V from 85-130V
 Line drop compensation 0-20 V at rated current for both reactive and resistive setting
 Under voltage inhibit range 70%-90% & over current inhibit range 150%-250%
 A Bandwidth range 0.5-5% of voltage level
 Over voltage inhibit
 The AVR should have a selector switch with OFF/Manual/Auto
 A Should be of Numeric Design.
 Tap changer Maintenance, by maintaining Tap Operation count.
 Tap Changer Mechanism Failure.
 Sufficient documentation in form of instruction manuals, drawings, technical characteristics and test
certificates from international/national testing/standards laboratory of the country of manufacture shall be
submitted with the tender to facilitate technical evaluation.

MARSHALLING KIOSK (Box)

The marshalling kiosk shall be of outdoor, IP 55, weatherproof, vermin-proof type with a hinged, lockable door fitted
with a glass panel to facilitate reading of oil and winding temperature gauges without opening the door. The kiosk
shall be mounted so that its window is approximately 1600mm above ground level; and shall accommodate at least
the following items:

1. Winding temperature indicator for both HV and MV with a maximum pointer drag hand type with a resetting
knob and three separately adjustable mercury contacts for alarm, trip and operation of cooler control circuits
as required.
2. Oil temperature indicator with a maximum pointer drag hand type with a resetting knob and two separately
adjustable mercury contacts for alarm and trip.
 3. Mechanical isolating switch for the incoming 3 phase, 4 wire, 415V 50Hz supply to the marshalling kiosk.
415 volts and 240 volts socket outlets (square pins) shall also be provided in the kiosk.
4. A mechanical isolating switch for the outgoing 3 phase 4-wire 415V 50Hz supply to the OLTC Motor drive
unit.
5. An internal standard screw type illumination lamp and heater for the kiosk with respective switches. The
lamp shall be door switch operated.
6. Wiring, fuses, links, terminal boards and cable glands for bottom entry of multicore cables.
7. Anti-condensation heater with a switch.
8. Thermostat for anti-condensation heater control.
9. Hygrostat for anti-condensation heater control.
10. MCB control for each of the circuits.
11. Phase sequence relay for detection of wrong phase rotation for the supply to the fans and the OLTC Motor
Drive Unit. Detailed technical details, drawings, and schematics shall be submitted with the tender

AUXILIARY SUPPLIES

Equipment shall be rated for the following auxiliary power supplies:

(a) Tap changer control: 240 V, single phase, 50Hz

(b) Tap changer motor: 415 V, three phase, 50Hz

TRANSFORMER TANK AND TANK COVER

 The tank shall be constructed of mild steel plates of sufficient thickness and strength and shall be complete
with all accessories. It shall be designed so as to allow the complete transformer when filled with oil to be
lifted by crane or jacks, transported by road, rail or on water without overstraining any joints and without
causing subsequent leakage of oil.
 The base of the tank shall be so designed that it shall be possible to move the complete transformer unit in
any direction without injury when using rollers, and/or plates
 The tank and its accessories shall be so designed as to prevent collecting or trapping of gases. Where this
cannot be avoided, pipes shall be provided to vent the gas into the main expansion pipe. The vent shall
have a minimum outside diameter of 19mm except for short pipes which may be 6.35mm minimum inside
diameter.
 All joints, other than those that may have to be broken shall be welded. Caulking of unsatisfactorily welded
joints is forbidden.
 The main tank body shall be pressure tested and a certificate issued by the national standards and testing
laboratory ascertaining the soundness of all welded joints. A certified copy of the certificate shall be
submitted with the tender for evaluation.
 Tank shall be provided with lifting lugs suitable for lifting the complete transformer with oil. Furthermore, a
minimum of four accessible jacking positions shall be provided to enable the complete transformer to be
raised or lowered using jacks.
 The transformer tank and all attachments normally under oil shall be capable of withstanding full vacuum.
The oil conservator shall withstand at least 35% full Vacuum.
 Tank cover shall be of such a design and construction as to prevent accumulation of water and shall be
bolted to the flange on the tank top to form a weatherproof joint.
 Inspection openings shall be provided as necessary to give easy access to bushings, tapping switch and for
testing or general inspection.
 Tank cover and inspection covers shall be provided with suitable lifting arrangements. Inspection covers
shall not weigh more than 25 kg apiece.
 The tank cover shall be fitted with isolated pockets for oil and winding temperature instrument bulbs.
Protection shall be provided where necessary for each capillary tube. The pocket shall be fitted with a
captive screwed cap to prevent the ingress of water. Detailed drawings shall be provided.
 The pocket shall be located in a position of maximum oil temperature at continuous maximum rating and it
shall be possible to insert and remove the instrument bulbs without lowering the oil in the tank.
  Gaskets for weather and oil-tight joint faces shall be of synthetic rubber-and- cork composition and shall
have a minimum thickness of 5mm, except that where jointing faces are precision-machined thinner gaskets
may be used.

PAINT WORK

 Cleaning and painting shall be in accordance with the following requirements. Any deviations in
methodology shall be stated and may only be those that will produce demonstrably superior results.
 A test report issued by the national standards and testing laboratory shall be produced at the time of
acceptance testing of the transformer.

TANKS AND ACCESSORIES

 External and internal surfaces of all transformer tanks and chambers and other fabricated steel items shall
be cleaned of scale, rust and surface dirt by blast cleaning or other suitable approved method. After
cleaning, these surfaces should be immediately covered with paint.
 The exterior shall be thoroughly cleaned by shot blasting or other approved method and given priming coat
followed by two coats of contrasting colors of durable weather-resisting paint. The final coat shall be high
gloss of shade No. 632 (Admiralty Grey) according to BS 381C.
 The interior of all transformer tanks dad other oil-filled chambers shall be cleaned of all scale and rust by
shot blasting or other approved method. Hot oil resistant varnish on white synthetic enamel/proxy paint is to
be used for painting the inside of all oil filled chambers, including transformer tanks. The final coat shall be of
a light-colored anti-condensation finish.

RADIATORS

 Radiators shall be thoroughly degreased and treated externally by phosphate and/or other rust-inhibiting
process.
 Radiators shall be flood-painted with a primer and two coats of durable weather and oil resisting paint. The
final external coat shall be high gloss of shade No.632 (Admiralty Grey) according to BS 381C. The total
paint thickness shall not be less than 80µm at any point.
 Each section of Radiator shall be an Isolating Valve.

FITTINGS

CONSERVATOR

 Conservators shall be Air-cell type.

 The transformer shall be provided with a conservator having a filling orifice, an isolating valve, a drain valve
and a cobalt free dehydrating breather (with oil seal) which shall be accessible from ground level. The
drainpipe shall be located at the lowest point in the conservator in its final installed position and welded such
that it can drain all the sludge in the conservator.
 The conservator shall be partitioned proportionately to separate the main tank oil and the tap changer oil.
Each compartment to be fitted with a breather and an oil level indicator with electrical contacts for alarms.
The conservator complete with drain valve shall be in such a position as not to obstruct the electrical
connections to the transformer. An oil gauge shall be provided at one end of the conservator marked with oil
levels that can be read by a person standing on the ground. Expansion joints may be provided in the inlet
and outlet pipes to the transformer as necessary.

GAS AND OIL ACTUATED RELAY (Transformer Main tank)

  Transformers shall be provided with a gas and oil actuated relay (Buchholz relay) of double float type with
tripping contacts to detect accumulation of gas and sudden changes of oil pressure. Shut off valves and
flange couplings shall be provided to facilitate easy removal of the relay without lowering oil level in the main
tank. A bleed valve for gas venting, a test valve and a terminal box suitably wired to the marshalling kiosk
shall also be provided. The gas venting pipe shall be brought flown to a height reachable from ground level
and shall be fitted with a gas sampling device at the end.
 Provision should be made on the relay for simulation of gas and oil surge for testing purposes.

GAS AND OIL ACTUATED RELAY (Tap changer compartment)

 Tap changer compartment shall be provided with a gas and oil actuated relay (Buchholz relay) of double
float type with tripping contacts to detect accumulation of gas and sudden changes of oil pressure. Shut off
valves and flange couplings shall be provided to facilitate easy removal of the relay without lowering oil level
in the tap changer compartment. A bleed valve for gas venting. a test valve and a terminal box suitably wired
to the marshalling kiosk shall also be provided. The gas venting pipe shall be brought down to a height
reachable from ground level and shall be fitted with a gas sampling device at the end. Provision should be
made on the relay for simulation of gas and oil surge for testing purposes.

PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICE

 A pressure relief device shall be provided for the main tank, complete with trip contacts suitably wired to the
marshalling kiosk. The device shall be resettable after an operation. Details of the device shall be submitted
with the offer.

WINDING TEMPERATURE INDICATOR

(a) The transformer shall be provided with winding temperature indicator, maximum indicator and associated current
transformer. The temperature indicator shall have a scale ranging from 20°C to 150°C, preferably uniformly divided
and its type to be stated in the bid. The indicator shall have two sets of independently adjustable contacts as follows:

(i) Alarm Adjustable setting : 70°C to 150°C

Fixed differential : Not more than 5°C

(ii) Trip Adjustable setting : 70° to 150°C

Fixed differential : Not more than 5°C

(b) All contacts shall be adjustable to a scale and shall be accessible on removal of the cover for dial type devices.
For purposes of (i) and (ii) above, the contacts shall be suitable for making or breaking 150VA between the limits of
30 and 250 V a.c. or d.c., and making 500 VA between the limits of the 110 and 250 V d.c.

(c) Isolating and test links shall be provided in a control cubicle to allow for measuring the oil temperature and testing
the heater coil.

(d) The current transformer providing winding temperature indication shall be located at the discretion of the
manufacturer, in the best position for the duty.

(e) Calibration of indicator shall be related to the winding having the maximum temperature rise.

(f) If the value on the winding temperature indicator varies by more than 3°C from the values derived from the tests
specified in clause 5, then adjustments shall be made to the equipment to achieve these limits.

OIL TEMPERATURE INDICATOR

Transformers shall be provided with an oil temperature indicator with a maximum pointer and contacts for alarm and
trip signals, similar to winding temperature indicator above.

ACCESSORIES

The following shall be provided:

Valves with blank flanges fitted at the top and bottom for oil filtration purposes, having the following features:

 The valve located at the bottom of the tank shall also be suitable for draining oil from the transformer tank.
 All valves shall close with a clockwise rotation. The main inlet and outlet valves shall be provided with "open"
and "closed" position indicators, visible from ground level.
 All valves shall have provision for padlocking in the open and closed position for operation purposes. The
hole for the padlock shall have a clearance of not less than 8mm and not more than 10mm. Locking pin shall
be of anti-rattle design to limit noise emissions. The locking padlocks shall be provided.
 Closed/Open positions of all valves must be clearly marked.
 Oil sampling device appropriately located to obtain samples of transformer oil from the top and bottom of the
tank.
 Two earthing terminals located at diagonally opposite corners of the tank.
 Air release valves or plugs for the main tank, suitably located.
 Non-deteriorating detailed diagram and rating plates.
 Other Fittings/accessories shall be included:

1. Diagram plate (as per IS2026, Part-2)

2. Plate of valves and oil piping.
3. Motor drive electrical and protection diagram.
4. Electrical scheme for operating this in parallel with other similar units.
5. Detailed list of the transformer equipment & fittings including their drawings, brochures & instruction
manuals.
6. Detailed erection, installation, operation and maintenance manuals in English language.
7. Testing Plan.
8. Impact recorder for the whole duration of transit and a report provided afterwards.
9. Sets of keys for padlocking devices. (all control boxes as well as valves to be padlocked)

TRANSFORMER OIL

The transformer and all associated oil immersed equipment shall be supplied oil filled. The oil shall comply with all the
requirements of IEC 296 (class 1: un-inhibited oil). Tenderer shall provide the chemical composition and properties of
the oil and the replacement cycle over the expected life of the transformer.

CAPITALIZATION

Transformer losses shall be capitalized at the following rates to facilitate evaluation and comparison of tenders.

Loss Capitalization will be calculated and loaded on Vendor's offer. Loss capitalization figures will be arrived based
on Tamilnadu Regulatory Commissions Codes & Regulations.

NB:- Where tenders are being compared, losses will be capitalized at the above rate and added to the bid evaluated
price of the transformer.
QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

 The supplier shall include a quality assurance programme (QAP) that will be used to ensure that the
transformer design, material, workmanship, tests, service capability, maintenance and documentation, will
fulfill the requirements stated in the contract documents, standards, specifications and regulations. The QAP
shall be based on and include relevant parts to fulfill the requirements of ISO 9001:2000.
 The Manufacturer's Declaration of Conformity to reference standards and copies of quality management
certifications including copy of valid ISO 9001: 2000 certificate shall be submitted with the tender for
evaluation.

TESTS AND INSPECTION

 The transformer shall be inspected and tested in accordance with the requirements of IEC 60076 and this
specification. It shall be the responsibility of the manufacturer to perform or to have performed all the tests
specified. Tenderers shall confirm the manufacturer's capabilities in this regard when submitting tenders.
Any limitations shall be clearly specified.
 Certified true copies of previous Type Test Certificates and Type Test Reports issued by the relevant
International or National Testing/ Standards Authority or ISO/IEC 17025/ILAC accredited laboratory shall be
submitted with the offer for evaluation (all in English Language). A copy of the accreditation certificate for the
laboratory shall also be submitted. Any translations of certificates and test reports into English language
shall be signed and stamped by the Testing Authority.

Copies of type test certificates and reports for the transformer to be submitted shall include:

1. Dielectric tests to IEC 60076 (Lightning Impulse and Power Frequency withstand Tests).
2. Short circuit withstand test to IEC 60076.
3. Temperature rise test to IEC 60076.

 The transformer shall be subject to acceptance tests at the manufactures works before dispatch.
Acceptance tests shall be witnessed by two Engineers appointed by SAPM and shall include the following:
 Routine tests to IS2026/IEC 60076 (to be done during acceptance testing at factory)
- Measurement of winding resistance
- Ratio test
- Vector group
- Separate source voltage withstand test
- Induced over-voltage
- Insulation resistance
- Oll leakage test on fully assembled transformer for 12 hours
- Measurement of impedance voltage
- Magnetic balance
- Measurement of no-load loss and current
- Measurement of load loss (at normal & extreme taps)
- Tests on on-load tap-changer
- Tests on on-load tap-changer remote control panel
- Efficiency at 50%, 75%, 100% loading at unity p.f and rated terminal voltage
- (Corrected to 75°C)
- Lightning impulse withstand test

 Type Tests to IS2026/ IEC 60076 (to be done during acceptance testing at factory)
- Temperature rise test - To be performed on the two units during acceptance testing.
 Additional tests (to be done during acceptance testing at factory)
- Insulation dissipation factor
- Condenser bushing capacitance and tan delta
- DGA (dissolved gas analysis) of the insulating oil - To be performed before and after temperature rise test
- Acoustic and sound level
- Sweep Frequency Response Analysis
- Insulation tests on the auxiliary wiring in the marshalling boxes
- Measurement of zero sequence impedance
- Measurement of harmonics no-load current
- CT ratio and polarity
- Measurement of zero phase sequence impedance
- Paint thickness
- Tank pressure test

 Testing Facility The manufacture shall provide current e-mail address, fax and telephone numbers and
contact person at the International or National Standards and Testing Facility of the country where the
transformer is manufactured and tested.
 Test reports for each transformer (including its individual components) shall be submitted to SAPM for
approval before shipment.
 On receipt of the transformer SAPM will inspect it and may perform or have performed any of the relevant
tests in order to verify compliance with the specification. The manufacturer shall replace/rectify without
charge to SAPM, equipment which upon examination, test or use fail to meet any or all of the requirements
in the specification.

MARKING, LABELLING AND PACKING

 The transformer and associated components shall be packed in a manner as to protect it from any damage
in transportation and handling.
 Each assembly and package of items associated with the transformer shall be suitably marked.
 In addition to markings and labels required elsewhere in the specification, each equipment and component
shall be marked in accordance with the - relevant IEC standard. Each transformer shall be provided with a
rating plate of weatherproof material, fitted in a visible position, showing the appropriate details listed in
IEC60076. The entries on the plate shall be indelibly marked (either by etching, engraving or stamping).
 In addition, the name plate shall include load and no-load losses for the highest, lowest and principle tap
positions, temperature class of insulation, connection diagram and the inscription 'PROPERTY OF SAPM.