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SECTION 21 - ELECTRICAL WORKS

PART 2 - LV
The following clauses and/or parts delete, amend, supplement or are additional to clauses
in QCS-Section 21
2.1

GENERAL

2.1.1 Scope
Delete Sub-Clause 2.1.1-1 and replace with the following new Sub-Clause
1 This Part shall include all labour, materials and accessories for the complete performance
of the LV Cubicle Switchboards, Main Switchboards, Sub main Switchboards, Motor
Control Centres, Distribution boards & the link, Meter panels, Motor Control Panels and
Feeder Pillars in accordance with the specifications and drawings.
Delete Sub-Clause 2.1.1-2

Part 7 and replace with the following

Part 7 Conduits and Conduit boxes

Delete Sub-Clause 2.1.1-2

Add Sub-Clause 2.1.1-2

Part 8

Part 38

Part 38 Surge Protection for Low-Voltage Electrical Power.

2.1.3 References
Delete the following in sub-clause 2.1.3-1 and replace by
BS 5685

Electricity meters.

BS EN 60051, IEC 60051

Direct acting
instruments.

BS EN 60255

Measuring relays and protection equipment.

BS EN 60947-5, IEC 60947-5

Control devices.

BS EN 62052, IEC 62052

Electricity metering equipment.

BS 6231

PVC insulated cables for switchgear.

BS EN 61869-1, IEC 61869-1

Instrument transformers.

BS EN 60073

Basic and safety principles for main-machine interface,

marking and identification coding principles for
indicators and actuators.

BS 88, BS EN 60127

Cartridge fuses.

indicating

electrical

measuring

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BS 159, BS EN 61439-6

Busbar and connection.

BS EN 61439, IEC 61439

Low voltage switchgear and control-gear assemblies.

BS EN 60947-4 IEC-1 & 1A

Contactors.

BS EN 60529, IEC 60529

Degree of protection of enclosures.

BS EN 60947-3, IEC 60947-3

Air break switches.

BS EN 60947-2, IEC 60947-2,

BS EN 61439

Switchgear and Control gear.

BS 5472, BS EN 61439

Low voltage switchgear and control-gear.

BS 7354, BS EN 61439,
BS EN 60947

Electrical power switchgear.

BS 3692

ISO metric precision hexagon bolts, screws and nuts.

BS 7371

Coatings on metal fasteners.

BS 6121

Mechanical cable glands.

BS EN ISO 1461

Hot dip galvanized coatings on fabricated iron and steel

articles.

BS EN 10143

Continuously hot-dip coated steel sheet and strip

N.B. The above list is not exhaustive. All appropriate standards and regulations/codes
covered under clauses 1.1.2 shall apply whether they are listed above or not.

2.1.4 Submissions
Delete Sub-Clause 2.1.4-2-(b) and replace with the following new Sub-Clause
(b) Complete verification approach, in accordance with IEC61439-1 to be carried out by
testing, calculation/measurement or satisfying design rules.
Add the following to Sub-Clause 2.1.4-2
(d) Submit for approval detailed description of main distribution boards including all
logues, indicating compliance with the
Standards specified under "Quality Assurance" Article, equipment characteristics, details
of construction, operating data, dimensions and weights etc.
Give details of
miscellaneous items including incoming and outgoing feeder terminal arrangement,
connections at busbars, isolating, earthing, interlocks, control devices, indicating and
metering instruments etc. Boards are to be factory assembled and tested and shipped as
complete package (s).
(e) Schedule of circuit breakers application, indicating type, range, features and
characteristics, short- circuit ratings, time-current curves etc.
(f) Method of setting of protective devices for overload, short-circuit and earth-fault currents
as coordinated with upstream and downstream systems based on specific coordination
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curves of protective devices used and specific calculated prospective short-circuit currents
at various points.
(g) Test methods on site and references, including testing equipment for microprocessor
controlled trip units.
(h)

Details of base foundation for outdoor feeder pillars: Submit details to verify
clearances, spaces and installation of proposed equipment, prior to starting
construction.

(i)

Panelboard Schedules: For installation in panelboards submit final versions

after load balancing.

Add the following new Sub-Clauses 2.1.4-3, 4, 5 and 6

3

Field Test Reports: Submit written test reports and include the following:
(a)
(b)
(c)

Test procedures used.

Test results that comply with requirements.
Results of failed tests and corrective action taken to achieve test results that
comply with requirements.

4
5

Updated mimic-bus diagram reflecting field changes after final main distribution board
load connections have been made, for record.

Maintenance Data: For main distribution boards and components to include in

maintenance manuals specified in Division 1. In addition to requirements specified in
Division 1 include the following:
(a)

Routine maintenance requirements for main distribution boards and all installed
components.

(b)
(c)

2.1.5

protective devices.
Time-current curves, including selectable ranges for each type of overcurrent
protective device.

Quality Assurance

Delete Sub-Clause 2.1.5-1 and replace with the following new Sub-Clause
1 All Assemblies are to be manufactured by international manufacturers. Local
manufacturers must be listed as approved by QGEWC and holding
a certificate of
approved panel assembler from the original international manufacturers. Manufacturers
must have a previous record of satisfactory service in Qatar for at least 3 years.
Delete Sub-Clause 2.1.5-2 and replace with the following new Sub-Clause
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All Motor Control Centres shall be subject to routine rests to detect faults and
workmanship in accordance with BS EN 61439. Standard assemblies and/or products
who supplied the produ

Add to Sub-Clause 2.1.5-2 the following

(l) Inspection trips to be held in the factories for all assemblies

Delete Sub-Clause 2.1.5-2-(g, i & j) and replace with the following new Sub-Clause
(g) Motor Control Centres shall be subjected to dielectric tests as described in BS EN 61439
clause 10.9.2. All electrical components of the assembly shall be connected for the test,
excluding those designed for lower test voltage and currents e.g. measuring instruments.
(i) The protective measures with regard to protection against direct and indirect contact shall
be checked as per BS EN 61439 clause 8.4.3
(j) For Motor Control Centres, complete verification approach, in accordance with
IEC61439-1 to be carried out by testing, calculation/measurement or satisfying design
rules.
Delete Sub-Clause 2.1.5-2-(k)
Add the following new Sub-Clause 2.1.6:
2.1.6 Coordination Study
1

Contractor to submit a coordination study along with setting of protective devices for
overload, short-circuit and earth-fault currents as coordinated with upstream and
downstream systems based on specific coordination curves of protective devices used
and specific calculated prospective short-circuit currents at various points. The
coordination shall be fully detailed to show the short circuit currents at each FBA
location. The study shall show that the protective devices provided do ensure the proper
protection and coordination. Any breakers not satisfying the study shall be replaced by
proper ones to ensure proper system operation. The coordination study has to be
associated with a coordination study for earth fault currents through out the system to
ensure proper selection of earth fault setting for all breakers to ensure discrimination
and proper protection of all system components.

Add the following new Sub-Clauses 2.1.7; 2.1.8; and 2.1.9:

2.1.7 Warranty
1

Manufacturers Warranty: Submit a written warranty signed by the manufacturer

agreeing to repair, restore or replace any defective equipment specified in this section
during the specified warranty period
(a) Warranty Period: Minimum 400 days from date of substantial completion.
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2.1.8 Extra Materials

1

y
(a) One set of fixed and moving contacts for every type of replaceable (consumable)
contact set.
(b) One operating motor and/or coil for each type of electrically operated circuit
breaker.
(c) Two sets of each type of indicating lights, fuses, LEDs, control switches, and
similar devices subject to failure or breakage at any time.

2.2

Tools and Instruments: Provide tools and instruments required for normal routine
inspection and maintenance and testing of circuit breakers and protective devices as
appropriate for type of switchgear supplied.

PRODUCTS

Add the following new clause

2.2.0

General

All main, sub-main, and final branch distribution boards in addition to MCC/MCPs, that
are located in sprinklered rooms, shall be provided with drip shields or made sprinklerproof by some equivalent means. Final adopted method shall be submitted for
ipment.

Surge protection devices shall be provided at boards in accordance with BS EN62305

Standard and QGEWC Specifications and as detailed under Specification Section 21,

2.2.1

Cubicle Switchboards

In Sub-Claus
Sub-Clause 2.2.1-1(h) and 2.2.1-1(i)
Delete Sub-Clause 2.2.1-1-(b) and replace with the following new Sub-Clause
(b) The switchboards shall be fabricated, assembled, wired, checked, tested and co-ordinated
at the factory by one manufacturer using the same make for all internal switchgear
components and shall be constructed in accordance with BS EN 61439.
(u) The clearances and creepage distances in the MCCs shall be based on rated impulse
withstand voltage in accordance with BS EN 61439-1 to ensure that the equipment
designed is capable of withstanding the specified voltage without failure under specified
test conditions.
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Add to Sub-Clause 2.2.1-1 the following

(y)

Generally: Main distribution boards shall be dead-front type, metal enclosed, multicubicle, floor mounted, free standing, with 1000V rated insulation voltage, and 600 V
rated operational voltage, with fully withdrawable and motorized main breaker and
fixed outgoing breakers sections, manually or manually and electrically operated, as
shown on the Drawings, with matching vertical sections to form a continuous integral
and rigid structure. All components are to be suitably rated for continuous operation at
50 deg. C (122 deg. F).

(z)

Coordinate with Building Management System (BMS) manufacturer and provide all
necessary interfaces, relays, transducers, RS232, Ethernet connection, etc, with cabling,
necessary for the functions specified in the BMS schedules and/or shown on the
Drawings.

(aaa) Meters where provided shall be compatible and capable of connection to BMS.
Coordinate with BMS manufacturer for proper interfacing.
Add to Sub-Clause 2.2.1-2 the following
(ppp)

Rigidly framed and bolted, with electro-galvanized sheet steel enclosures, minimum
thickness as specified under 2.2.1-2.c above, phosphatized, primed with rust
inhibiting primer and finished with thermal polymerized polyester epoxy powder
coating, grey colour (RAL 7032) from outside and inside with white colour, to
approval. Switchgear is to be vermin, dust and rodent proof, IP42 protection to IEC
60529 for indoor installations and IP55 protection for outdoor installations or
installations in wet areas, with adequate lifting means and base frames and capable
of being moved into position and directly bolted to floor without additional sills.

(qqq)

Main Distribution Board Type: Switchboard(s) are to be of the following type(s):

i. Form 4, type 6 to IEC 61439 and in accordance with QGEWC requirements.
ii. Accessibility: Front and rear accessible.
iii. Alignment: Front and rear aligned.
iv. Incoming breaker: Withdrawable, motorized power air circuit breaker
(PACB).
v. Outgoing breakers: Fixed MCCB type, unless otherwise indicated on the
drawings. Access to the internal components of any compartments must be
feasible by isolating its particular switch. The hinged doors shall be
mechanical; interlocked with the switch in such a manner that the door can be
All breakers with frame above 630 A shall
be ACB type.

(rrr)

The switchgear shall be provided with suitable cable glands to suit the type, size and
number of cables as indicated on the drawings.

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(sss)

Ventilation: Compartments are to be ventilated, by approved methods complying

with the Standards.

(ttt)

Main distribution boards are to have a short circuit withstand current greater than
the prospective fault level at the location and for a minimum of 3 sec, and for a
minimum of 44 kA for 3 sec and as stipulated in QGEWC regulations. All boards
shall comply with IEC 61641 for internal arcs. Breakers for MDBs are specified
under Section 21 Part 3
.

(uuu)

All ACBs to be category B. The whole installation to be fully rated for prospective
fault at the location and selectively coordinated.

(vvv)

Fastenings between structural members are to be bolted.

(www) Extension of structure and busbars is to be possible at either end of switchboard.

The electrical installation is to be fully rated for prospective faults at the location
and selectively coordinated.
(xxx)

Arrangement is to permit incoming and outgoing busbars and cables to enter

enclosure as indicated on the Drawings and connect at respective terminals without
inconvenience to installation or maintenance.

(yyy)

Removing Circuit Breakers: Suitable arrangements and equipment are to be

provided for extracting, lifting and unloading switchgear from enclosures as
appropriate for type of switchgear.

(zzz)

Spare Position shall be fully equipped enclosure with switchgear. Space position
shall be fully equipped enclosure ready to receive switchgear.

(aaaa)

Main incomer shall be provided with surge protectors as per QGEWC specification.

(bbbb)

Fully withdrawable metal enclosed circuit breaker section is to consist of

compartmented unit(s), stationary part with rear busbar and cable connection
compartments and front draw-out circuit breaker assembly. Partitions between
sections are to be bolted steel plate and partitions between compartments are to be
tough solid insulating removable bolted barriers. Each unit is to have hinged
lockable front door with grip-handle and door mounted instrumentation. Shutters to
be provided to ensure full protection against live contact.

(cccc)

Drawout circuit breaker assembly is to have disconnecting contacts, wheels and

interlocks to prevent connecting or disconnecting circuit breaker unless in the open
position, and to prevent closing circuit breaker while racking into any of the three
positions (connect, test, disconnect). Racking mechanism and rail assembly are to
be approved worm and lever mechanism. It is to be possible to close the unit door
with breaker in any of the three positions and when removed. External position
indicator is to be provided. Fixed disconnecting primary contacts are to be
accessible and replaceable from front and are to be silver plated copper. Moving
primary disconnect contacts are to consist of self-aligning, silver plated, spring
pressure, finger-cluster, copper contact fitted on line and load studs of circuit
breaker.
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(ddd)

Main circuit breaker section is to individually accommodate main circuit breaker,

main cable entry with terminal fitting assembly and metering compartment. Where
placed against a wall, accessibility is to be possible from front and sides or only
from front of section.

(eee)

Pull Sections: An additional cable pull section is to be provided, depending on

(fff)

Where busway is used as an incoming or outgoing feeder of the switch board

manufacturer shall provide all necessary accessories as recommended by the
busway manufacturer such as adaptor box for the switchboards to be able to accept
the busway flange. The contractor is responsible for coordination between the two
manufacturers

(ggg)

Front and rear accessible, front and rear aligned, individually mounted fixed MCCB
distribution sections as basic construction for Form 4 switchboards, are to be
compartmentalized construction, consisting of front modular circuit breaker
compartments, busbar system compartments and rear cable termination
compartments (as per the form type selected), with insulating barriers between front
compartments and busbar compartments and between rear compartments and busbar
compartment (removable for maintenance). MCCBs are to be closely coupled to
busbars (to minimize chances of bus-side faults), and to rear cable terminals,
through compatibly frame-sized insulated connectors. MCCB modules are to be
covered on the front, by recessed frame-type bolted covers, 1.5 mm minimum
thickness, to protect circuit breaker handles. Top, sides and rear are to be covered
with removable screw-on plates having formed edges all around.

(hhh)

The MDB shall be provided with power factor correction as shown on the drawings
to achieve QGEWC regulation requirements.

(iii)

All main distribution boards shall be equipped with combined class I + II surge
-voltage
ith their fused-disconnect switch shall be

Delete Sub-Clause 2.2.1-3-(a) and replace with the following new Sub-Clause
(a) Provide identification on all equipment e.g. control panels, MCC, controllers, raceways,
boxes and conductors, devices etc in accordance with BS EN 81346, BS EN 61666, BS
EN 61175 and BS EN 60445 standards or latest edition of other applicable standards to
the approval of the Engineer.
Add to Sub-Clause 2.2.1-4 the following
(o) Control Wiring: Finely stranded copper conductor, silicon rubber insulated cables are to
be used in proximity to higher temperature components and as flexible cable. All control
wiring shall be neatly bunched and wrapped in PVC spiral wrap with flexible connection.

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(p) Ferrules: Wires are to be fitted with numbered ferrules of approved type at each
termination.
(q) All control wiring shall be terminated in approved quality control terminals from reputed
international manufacturers. Terminals shall be screwed type tinned copper. Blocks shall
be with halogen free non-corrosive, self-extinguishing type material suitable for high
temperature as per IEC 60216.

Delete Sub-Clause 2.2.1-7-(a) and replace with the following new Sub-Clause:
(a) Busbars shall be sized to the main circuit breaker frame size derated for 50 deg. C (122
deg. F) indoor ambient, and braced for a symmetrical rms short circuit duty equal to or
higher than main circuit breaker interrupting duty, for a minimum of 3 seconds. Busbars
are to be tinned copper hard drawn, high conductivity 99.9% purity, suitably sleeved for
phase identification to BS 158. It shall be of sufficient size to limit temperature rise to
allowable insulation or equipment temperature ratings, and to maximum 40 deg. C (104
deg. F) above average ambient temperature of 50 deg. C (122 deg. F) outside enclosure.
Connections and buswork are to be bolted with copper alloy hardware and are to be
accessible for inspection and maintenance. Contact surfaces are to be electro-silver
plated. Tinning of busbars to be done after cutting/punching/drilling.
Add to Sub-Clause 2.2.1-7 the following:
(s) Connections from busbar to switchgear are to be rated to carry full continuous current
rating of switchgear frame and are to be insulated.
(t) Full size neutral is to be continuous through all sections. Neutral bus is to be insulated
and separate from earth bus.
(u) Earth bus is to extend full length of board, firmly fixed to each section in accordance with
the Regulations and Standards, complete with 2 main earthing lugs (1 at each end), and
required number of feeder protective earth connectors.
Delete Sub-Clause 2.2.1-8 (a) (i) Point 7 and replace by the following:
Three ammeters shall be provided to read the current of each phase.
Add to Sub-Clause 2.2.1-8 (a) the following
(ii)

Main functional display unit (MFDU)

Provide a main functional display unit (MFDU) to provide readings similar to those
mentioned above in (i). Ensure a communication link with the BMS.
Delete Sub-Clause 2.2.1-8-(b) (v) and replace with the following new Sub-Clause
(v) Current transformers shall comply with BS EN 61869-2 and IEC 61869-2and should be
suitably rated and designed to carry out the appropriate function as indicated.
Add to Sub-Clause 2.2.1-8 (c) (vii)the following new Sub-Clause
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(c) Digital kilowatt watt hour meter (as specified by digital meter manufacturer and approved
by the engineer/client)

Add to Sub-Clause 2.2.1-8 the following Sub-Clause:

(e) Addressable Communication Card is to be provided, capable of communicating all data
specified under (a), (b), (c) and (d), monitoring and control, with the BMS system as
described in detail hereafter
(f) The switchboard electronic meters shall be microprocessor based and shall have a data
port to enable the exchange of data between the Management Level Network and the
meter. Meters shall monitor all incomers of all MDBs. Additionally there shall be
hardwired interfaces between the BMS and the low voltage distribution boards as detailed
below.
(g) The interface between the meter and the Management Level Network shall enable, at
minimum, the following information to be transferred from the meter to the Management
Level network:
i. RMS Current per phase.
ii. RMS Voltage phase-to-phase and phase-to-neutral.
iii. Current demand.
iv. Peak current.
v. Watt-hours, three phase total.
vi. Watts per phase and three-phase total.
vii. KVA per phase and three-phase total.
viii. Watt demand.
ix. KVA demand.
x. KVAR per phase and three-phase total.
xi. KVAR demand.
xii. Power factor per phase and three-phase total.
xiii. Power factor average.
xiv. Peak readings for watts, KVA and KVAR.
xv. KVARH Lag.
xvi. KVARH Lead.
xvii. Frequency.
xviii. Any other information available from the metering system as selected by the
Employer.

2.2.2 MOTOR CONTROL CENTERS (MCC)

Add to Sub-Clause 2.2.2-1 the following

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(f)

Unless specified otherwise in the Project Documentation, MCCs shall be constructed

to comply with the requirements of IEC 61439 Form 4 Type 3 and conform to
GAMBICA Association standards.

(g)

MCCs shall be designed, manufactured and tested to IP55 protection in compliance

with the requirements of IEC 60529, with dip proof top protection.

(h)

MCCs shall be designed and type tested to withstand a fault current of 44 kA for 3
seconds symmetrical as a minimum, and should withstand the fault current at the
point of application if larger than the above figure. Additionally the MCCs shall be
type tested for safe containment of an internal arcing fault, and establish that the
enclosure of MCCs together with internal partitions and/or barriers withstands the
pressure and temperature arising from internal arcing with short circuit current and
thus provides protection for persons in front of or within the close proximity of the
MCCs in the event of internal arcing.

(i)

Test certificates must show that the neutral bar has been tested with the full fault
current and for the full time specified.

(j)

MCCs shall be designed to operate satisfactorily in an ambient air temperature of

+50 C and RH exceeding 90%.

(k)

Unless otherwise specified temperature up to +70 C and RH up to 100% shall apply

during transport, storage and installation. Equipment subjected to these extreme
service conditions without being operated shall not suffer irreversible damage when
operated under normal specified conditions.

(l)

The temperature rise in MCCs shall not be allowed to damage the components,
connectors, wires, terminals etc. With the equipment in normal service condition, no
live part shall become subjected to high temperature causing overheating that
increases the risk of internal arcing accidents.

(m)

Extreme care shall be taken while designing the MCCs to ensure external surface
temperature is maintained within the specified limits.

(n)

The clearances and creepage distances in the MCCs shall be based on rated impulse
withstand voltage in accordance with BS EN 61439-1 to ensure that the equipment
designed is capable of withstanding the specified voltage without failure under
specified test conditions.

(o)

The equipped MCC must confirm to the clearance and creepage distances and
withstand voltages explicitly by taking into account the specified service conditions.

(p)

The maximum height of assemblies shall be 2400 mm above the finished floor level.

(q)

Site consideration including safety and maintenance shall be taken into account in the
design of assemblies. These considerations shall include:
(i)

Clear floor space of at least 900 mm shall be provided in front of the MCC
from the free edge of the doors in the open position.

(ii)

In order to provide an unobstructed exit route a clear path of not less than
900 mm shall be provided at each end of the MCC.

(iii) Provision of sufficient space to allow for doors to open fully without
fouling other items of equipment or other open doors.
(iv) Limiting the size and weight of assembly sections to those imposed by
transportation, site access and permitted levels of site floor loading.
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(r)

All cubicles shall be provided with a means of ensuring that equipment can be
adequately isolated for maintenance purposes without interrupting essential loads
which may continue to operate whilst maintenance is being undertaken.

(s)

Doors and covers giving access to potentially live conductors shall be provided with
prominent warning labels, in English and Arabic.

(t)

No components shall be located within the assembly at a height greater than 2000 mm
or less than 500 mm above finished floor level.

(u)

It shall be possible to replace and maintain any component without first removing
other components.

(v)

Unless specified otherwise control supplies shall be 110V a.c. derived from a
transformer within each compartment fused on its primary circuit. Neutral shall be
earthed with a removable link. Transformer shall be rated for at least 150% of the
maximum loading for long service life.

(w)

Each compartment shall be provided with a separately fixed compartment heater rated
110 Volts AC. Apart from those in motor starter compartments the heaters shall be
means of adjustable panel mounted humidistat covering the range of humidity
envisaged. \

(x)

Wiring: Motor control center in compliance with NEMA standards shall be class II,
factory wired with type B wiring to NEMA ICS-18. The same shall be implemented
to motor control centers in compliance with IEC standard.

(y)

MCCs shall be designed for ready extension at each end.

(z)

All cable entries shall be affected using brass cable glands to IP rating as specified.

(aa)

All cable glands shall be provided with earth tags.

(bb)

Contractor shall provide proper interface with BMS as required in the mechanical
specifications and/or shown on drawings. Contractor to coordinate with BMS
provider for proper interface.

(cc)

All motor control centers fed directly from transformer shall be equipped with Class
Low-Volt

-disconnect

(dd) All motor control centers fed from MDB shall be equipped with Class II surge
protective devices as specified under
-disconnect switch

Delete clause 2.2.3 and replace with the following new clause
2.2.3
1

Sub-Main Distribution Boards

Type: General purpose type or industrial suitable for relevant ambient conditions, flush
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self-standing and or surface mounted as shown on the drawings, comprising box, trim,
or trim and door to approved manufacturer's standards and sizes. Enclosure shall be
subjected to 1000-hour salt spread test.
2

SMDBs shall be manufactured to BS EN 61439-1, factory assembled and certified by

an authorising testing body.

Construction: Box, trim and doors, where required, are to be electro-galvanized sheet
steel of gages not less than specified and in accordance with the standards. Welded
joints are to be galvanized after manufacture. Gutter spaces are to conform to the
standards, adequate for the utilized cables/wires subject to th
in no case less than 100 mm on all sides. Enclosure is to have pre-designed angles or
threaded end studs to support and adjust mounting of interior panelboard assembly.

Trims are to cover and overlap front shield, covering all terminals and bus
compartments, to form a dead front panel. Trims are to be fixed to cabinet/box by
quarter-turn clamps engaging flange of box (use of screws engaging holes in flange of
box is not acceptable). Screws where used are to be oval-head, countersunk and flush.
Trims for flush mounted panelboards are to overlap box and front shields by at least 20
mm. Trims for surface mounted panelboards are to be exactly sized to form flush fit to
box.

Doors are to have concealed hinges integral with trim, and flush combination cylinder
lock and catch. Doors over 1000 mm high are to have vault-type handle and multiple
point latch mechanism. Locks are to be keyed alike.

Hinged Front Panels: Allow access to breaker, metering, accessory, and blank
compartments, maximum demand indicators (MDI) on incomer.

Finish: Inner and outer surfaces of cabinet/boxes, trims, doors etc. are to be cleaned,
phosphatized, chrome passivated and treated with final thermosetting epoxy powder
modified by polyester resins providing high resistance to mechanical injury, heat, acid
and alkali solvents, grease, aging and corrosion and of standard grey RAL 7032 outside
and white inside colour to the approval of the Engineer.

Directories under glassine, or an approved alternative durable arrangement, are to be

provided on inside face of doors, or in metal label holders when trim without doors are
specified. Directories are to be typed to identify panelboards and clearly indicate circuit
number and description of load.

Outdoor enclosures are to be heavy duty double walled aluminium cabinets, minimum
1.5 mm thick, fully weatherproofed (IP 55), without knockouts, but with removable
sealed/gasketed bottom gland plates and gasketed doors.

10

Glands: Cable glands used for armoured cables are to be of brass compression type,
complying with BS 6121 and BS EN 50262: Part 1, with earth tag and PVC shroud.

11

Operating dollies of all circuit breakers/isolators to be door interlocked and it shall be

possible to defeat the interlock by means of a tool.

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(a)

Type: One piece, 98 percent pure electrolytic high conductivity copper, tinned,
based on total maximum operating temperature of 90 deg. C (194 deg. F) at any
point of the bus, at full continuous rating. Bolted or clamped contact surfaces are
to have maximum current density not exceeding requirements of the approved
standards. Aluminium is not to be used for busbars or panelboard parts.

(b)

Design: Shrouded/insulated and rigidly designed so that branch circuit devices can
be removed without disturbing adjacent units or changed without additional
machining, drilling or tapping. Busing is to be full size without reduction. Busing
and blank plates are to allow installation of future circuit devices, where indicated
oles vertical busbars/risers.

(c)

Rating: At least equal to main-circuit breaker frame size. Where no main circuit
breaker is required, busbars are to have main lugs or disconnect switch, with
nominal rating equal to standard circuit breaker frame sizes, and as shown on the
Drawings.

(d)

Unless otherwise stated in the particular specification or drawings, the short

circuit duty shall be minimum 25 kA for 3 sec. and it shall also carry at least 125
percent of the maximum short circuit level at point of application for 3 seconds,
without showing any signs of degradation.

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Terminals and connections are to be anti-turn, solder-less screw-pressure type. Screws

and bolts used for making copper/copper connections are to be hard copper alloy with
lock washers (riveted bus connections are not acceptable).

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Neutral bar is to be solid fully rated and fully insulated from cabinet or box. One
solder-less box type set-screw connector is to be provided for neutral wire of each
branch circuit and one bolted clamp-type connector or anti-turn lug with set-screw for
main incoming neutral wire. Neutral is to be fully sized and rated as for phase busbars.

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Earthing bar is to be copper on the full length switch board, brazed to panelboard
cabinet, with bolted pressure connector for main conductor and 1 set screw-type tunnel
terminal for each outgoing conductor, to provide secure and reliable contact with all
metal parts and enclosure.

16

Neutral bar is to be sized as the phase bus bars. Earthing bar is to be half size the phase
busbars. Protection is to be fully rated throughout the systems.

17

Three ammeters with dead pointer to indicate the maximum reading and one 0-500 Volt
voltmeter with Off/ph-ph/ph-N selector switch, for incoming supply.

18

All breakers shall be of the MCCB type except for those of frame above 630A which
shall be of the ACB type.

19

All MCCB of rating 100 Amps and above shall have adjustable thermal and magnetic
facilities.

20

DP TYPE 1: to be form 2b to IEC 61439-1, and have a rated insulation voltage of 750
V a.c., 240 V d.c., surface mounted to wall or free standing , with doors (unless
otherwise shown on the Drawings), suitable for ratings of main breaker and busbars
ranging from 630 A to 1250 A, 3-phase, 4-wire (or 3-wire where specifically indicated),
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suitably and orderly arranged for any selected combination of branch MCCBs ranging
from 150/160 A to 1250 A frame size and short-circuit interrupting ratings as shown on
the Drawings. Circuit breakers smaller than 250 A frame size, where indicated, may be
grouped on an integral sub-assembly mounted to main chassis.
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DP TYPE 2: to be Form 1 to IEC 61439-1, and have a rated insulation voltage of

690V, Panelboard is to be recessed or surface mounted type, as shown on the Drawings,
complete with trim and door, adjustable trim fixation for flush panels, and with ratings
of main circuit breaker or switch and busbars up to 400 A, 3-phase, 4-wire, with 2 or 3pole branch circuit breakers, 100 A or 150/160 A or 250 A frame size.

22

Construction: Sheet steel, minimum 1.5 mm thick for cabinet/box and minimum 2 mm
thick for trim or trim and door. Fronts are to be single or twin covers to shield circuit
breakers, terminals and live ends.

23

Interior of panelboard is to be pan assembly consisting of galvanized sheet steel chassis

minimum 2 mm thick, folded, flanged and reinforced, with busbars vertically arranged
and mounted on molded insulators.

24

Molded insulators are to have minimum temperature rating of 130 deg C and insulation
grade of 3.5 kV for one minute.

25

Circuit breakers are to be mounted in twin arrangement (except for larger circuit
breakers) and bolted rigidly to copper cross and center bus connectors.

26

All distribution panelboards shall be equipped with Class II surge protective devices as
specified under Part 38 Section "Surge Protection for Low-Voltage Electrical Power
Circuits". SPDs along with their fused-disconnect switch shall be integrated within or

Delete clause 2.2.4 and replace with the following new clause
2.2.4

Final Branch Panelboards

Distribution Boards (DB) - Type MCB

Arrangement: Comprise set of homogeneous branch circuit breakers with unified

profile and base, and one main circuit breaker or switch as shown on drawings. Single
and multi-pole circuit breakers or other devices are to occupy modular spaces.
Accommodation of contactors and split-bus arrangement or other devices is not to
change regularity of standard box width.

Indoor Enclosure: Sheet steel, minimum 1.0 mm thick for box/cabinet and minimum 1.5
mm thick for front shield, trim and door. Fixings for flush trim are to be adjustable to
allow for mis-alignment between box and wall surface. Wiring spaces (gutters) are to
be at least 100 mm wide. Larger gutters are to be provided where tap-off insulated split
connectors are required. Knockouts are to be provided in top or bottom of enclosures
and are to provide a neat and uniform conduit/cable terminal arrangement.

Type: Rated insulation voltage rating of 690V

Internal Assembly: to comprise removable back plate or back pan of rigid construction,
attached to enclosure by four captive screws through keyhole fixings, and provided with
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busbars in horizontal arrangement for SPN panels and in vertical arrangement for TPN
panels. Assembly is to be complete with neutral terminal block, earthing bar and onepiece insulated phase busbar. Busbars are to be single-phase or 3-phase with spade
connectors for fixing by tightening a single screw on circuit breaker. Insulation is to be
high thermal rating, capable of carrying maximum short-circuit current for one second
without overheating beyond acceptable limits required by the Standards.
5

SPN type panelboards are to be suitable for 240V maximum service voltage, single(or Molded Case
Switch (MCS) on main incoming as shown on the drawings) of the miniature type.

SPN type main circuit breaker or isolator is to be double-pole, as shown on the

Schedules.

Single-pole and double-pole MCB s for 240 V service, are to have trip ratings between
6 A and 50 A, with ICs as required in the Schedules.

TPN type panelboards are to be suitable for up to 415 V A.C. maximum service
voltage, 3 phase and neutral, with
on branch circuits and 3 or 4 pole MCS main
incoming, as specified or shown on the Drawings.

Triple pole branch circuit breakers are to have trip ratings between 6 A and 100 A, with
IC as required in the Schedules.

10

TPN type panelboard main incoming is to be MCS, with/without RCD as shown on the
Drawings.

11

Panelboards are to be protected against earth fault current, in addition to over current
and short circuit protection, on each outgoing circuit, in accordance with the
Regulations.

12

All panels shall comply with IEC 60641 for internal arcs (minimum time to be specified
by Consultants).

13

All final branch circuits feeding sensitive electronic equipment such as: electronic
equipment and telecom racks shall be equipped with class III surge protective devices
as specified under Part 38 Section "Surge Protection for Low-Voltage Electrical Power
Circuits". SPDs along with their fused-disconnect switch shall be integrated within the

14

Unless other wise stated in the particular specification or drawings, all final Branch
Panel Boards (MCB type) shall be rated for a short circuit rating of 10 KA and type test
certificate furnished.

Add the following Clause

2.2.5
1

Meter Panel
Multi metering three phase IP43 IK 09 house service metering board. Tanks are
GRP made composed of 3 modules as follows:
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(a)

Power meter module ready for installation of 3 units of three phase power
Meters each (405 x 202 x 630 mm) [WxLxD] with transparent sealable
cover made in U.V resistant polycarbonate.

(b)

One auxiliary module (270 x 171 x 630 mm) [WxLxD] intended to house:
The auxiliary fuse cut out, suitable for 10x38 cartridges.

(c)

A set of wall mounting accessories. The enclosure is to be installed indoor

and on wall.

Add the following Clause

2.2.6

Motor Control Panels (MCP)

MCP Type shall be wall mounted or floor mounted, lockable type, Form 2b to IEC
61439-1. MCPs shall be designed, manufactured and tested to IP54 in compliance with
the requirements of IEC 60529, with dip proof top protection

MCP construction shall employ a minimum of 1.5 mm thick hot-dip galvanised steel
sheet, finished with one coat etch primer and one coat stove enamel applied internally
and externally.
.

Components: Motor control panel shall include the following:

i. Main incoming circuit breaker or isolating switch as shown on the Drawings
for terminating incoming supply cables and isolating the busbar system.
ii. Copper main and branch busbars.
iii. Neutral copper busbar rated at half capacity of main busbar.
iv. Earth copper busbars rated at half capacity of main busbar.
v. Digital multimeter unit with necessary current transformers at incoming
vi. Starters, circuit breakers, push buttons, indicating lights, switches, relays,
contactors and accessories as shown on the Drawings.
vii. Interconnecting and interlock wiring.

Wiring: Motor control panel in compliance with NEMA standards shall be class II,
factory wired with type B wiring to NEMA ICS-18. The same shall be implemented to
motor control panels in compliance with IEC standard

Starters, switches, electrical devices and accessories are to be clearly labelled as to

function and number. Labels are to be permanently fixed under each component.

Schematic and wiring diagrams are to be mounted in a permanent & approved manner
on inside of panel door. Diagrams are to show each component cross referenced with
component labels.

MCPs shall be designed to operate satisfactorily in an ambient air temperature of +50

C and RH exceeding 90%.
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Unless otherwise specified temperature up to +70 C and RH up to 100% shall apply

during transport, storage and installation. Equipment subjected to these extreme service
conditions without being operated shall not suffer irreversible damage when operated
under normal specified conditions.

The temperature rise in MCPs shall not be allowed to damage the components,
connectors, wires, terminals etc. With the equipment in normal service condition, no
live part shall become subjected to high temperature causing overheating that increases
the risk of internal arcing accidents.

10

All cable entries shall be affected using brass cable glands to IP rating as specified.

11

All cable glands shall be provided with earth tags.

12

All motor control panels shall be equipped with Class II surge protective devices as
-Voltage Electrical Power
-disconnect switch shall be integrated within or

13

Contractor shall provide proper interface with BMS as required in the mechanical
specifications and/or shown on drawings. Contractor to coordinate with BMS provider
for proper interface.

Add the following Clause

2.2.7

Feeder Pillars

Description: this work shall consist of supplying, complete with the necessary base,
mounting, testing and putting into satisfactory operation of feeder pillars which shall
generally be used to feed electrical lighting and other installations as required.

Construction: the feeder pillar shall be totally enclosed fully self-contained dust-proof,
weather proof and suitable for mounting outdoors exposed to dust, rain and sunlight.
The enclosure shall have a minimum rating of IP55.

Cabinets: shall be reinforced free standing structure, manufactured from 3 mm nominal

thickness steel with bolted reinforcement corner construction and shall be of the dwarf
type with a bolting down root for mounting on a pre-formed concrete base suitable for
all incoming and outgoing cables from below ground level in a duct system. Cabinets
shall have two hinged lockable opening doors to provide full front access to the cabinet.
The cabinet shall be sized according to the equipment being installed. The roof of the
cabinet shall be slanted and shall have water drip edges.

Characteristics: the feeder pillar shall be complete with all equipment and fittings as
shown on the drawings.

Contactors: shall be triple-pole, inductive type, rating shall be as shown on the drawings
and in compliance with the specifications.

Timers: are to be electronic timer (Quartz) type. The timer shall be capable to operate
without interruption in case of power supply failure for at least 500 hrs.
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Busbars: are to be fully insulated, rated at least 1.25 times the main incoming moulded
case circuit breakers frame size at 50 deg. C.

Feeder pillars shall have the following characteristics:

a. Voltage: 1000 Volts
b. Moulded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB): Triple-pole equipped with overload
and short circuit trip mechanisms, in compliance with (IEC 60947-2 sequence
III), and rated as shown on the drawings
c. Interrupting Capacity: 18 kA minimum or 1.25 times the short circuit level at
the point of application (whichever is greater), unless otherwise shown on the
drawings

Feeder Pillar is to equipped with the following:

(a)
Three ammeters each fitted with maximum demand indicator with associated
current transformers.
(b)
Voltmeter with selector switch.
(c)
ON/OFF/Manual selector switch
(d)
Photo electric cell operated contactor
(e)
Timer (standby)
(f)
Current transformer and accessories with a glass window to be mounted on
the feeder pillar inside special enclosure to power company specifications
and approval.
(g)
All other components and switching function to permit intended operations

10

Internal Cabling: to be PVC/PVC single core 1000 volt grade with copper conductors
and rated as required taking into account manufacturers recommended temperature and
"bunching" derating factors. All internal wiring shall be suitably "laced" or clipped.

11

Control: the LV panel circuits serving the street lighting shall be supplied through triple
pole contactors which shall be photo-electric controlled. An over-ride facility shall be
provided for maintenance. The photo-electric controls shall consist of an omnidirectional cadmium cell thermal relay of high quality employing solid state photovariable conductance elements giving a 2:1 on/off ratio with sensitivity to switch on
lights when the daylight illumination reduces to 70 lux. The cell shall be pole mounted
at a height of three meters and fitted to the top of the feeder pillar. A standby electric
clock operated timer and a manually operated change-over switch, shall also be
provided to permit standby operation.

12

Permanently fixed to the Inside of the door there shall be a distribution diagram
showing all circuit connections, cable sizes and references, etc.

13

Feeder Pillars: shall have a 50mm x 6 mm high conductivity copper main earth bar for
grounding purposes complete with test link (see "earthing section"). Also, permanently
fixed to the inside of the door there shall be a distribution diagram showing all circuit
connections, MCCB ratings, cable sizes and references, etc.

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Feeder Pillar: shall be secured against unauthorized access by means of wedge locks
protected by brass plugs and operated by a special key to be agreed with the Engineer or
as applied by the local authority. The final finish and final colour of the pillar shall be
to the approval of the Engineer.
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Contractor shall provide proper interface with BMS as required. Contractor to

coordinate with BMS provider for proper interface.

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Metering Instruments:
(a) Instruments shall be housed in enameled, square, metal cases for flush installation.
Scales and markings shall be protected and sealed. Accuracy of instruments shall
be within 2% unless otherwise specified.
(b) Voltmeters shall be the moving iron type, with center zero adjuster, range 1.25
times nominal system voltage, 90 degree angle, size 76 x 76 mm.
(c) Voltmeter selector switch shall be 7-position rotary type.
(d) Ammeters shall be moving iron type, with center zero adjuster, range 2 times
nominal circuit amperage, 90 degree angle, size 76 x 76 mm.
(e) Ammeter selector switch shall be 4-position rotary type.
(f) Current transformer shall be of the indoor dry type, rated secondary current 5 A.
Rated primary current, core size and accuracy shall be determined in accordance
with nominal current of plant protected, short-circuit level and burden.
(g) Voltage transformer (VT) shall be provided where required, complete with
primary and secondary fuses and disconnecting device.

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Wiring shall comply with the following:

(a)

Wiring shall be modularly and neatly arranged on master terminal boards with
suitable numbering strips and appropriate cartridge type fuses where required.
Connections shall be made at front of terminal board and with no live metal
exposed.
Metal cases of instruments, control switches, relays etc. shall be connected, by
bare copper conductors not less than 2.5 mm section, to nearest earthing bar.
Control wiring shall be copper, PVC insulated, 85 deg. C, 600 V grade, and PVC
sheathed for multi-core cables. Finely stranded copper conductor, silicon rubber
insulated cables shall be used in proximity to higher temperature components and
as flexible cable.
Wires shall be fitted with numbered ferrules of approved type at each termination.

(b)
(c)

(d)
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Anti-condensation heaters with disconnect switch and pilot lamp shall be provided in
switchboard, controlled by thermostat and/or humidistat where this is required by Local
Authorities.

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Schematic and wiring diagram shall be provided suitably located within each cubicle

2.2.8 Manufacturers
Approved Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products
by one of the following or approved equal:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

ABB
Moller
Eaton-MEM
Merlin Gerin/Schneider Electric
Siemens
Schneider Electric / Square D

(Switzerland/Sweden)
(Germany/EU)
(UK/USA/EU)
(France)
(Germany)
(U.S.A)
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Add to sub-clause 2.3.1 the following

5 Feeder pillar foundations are to be of reinforced concrete, as approved by the Engineer
contractor). Dimensions, levels and surface finishes are to be suitable for equipment
installed as shown on details drawings and in accordance with approved shop and
construction drawings.
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