HARYANA VIDYUT PRASARAN NIGAM LTD.

SPECIFICATION NO. SSD/S-08/DGM-1386

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

FOR

40/50MVA, 132/33 kV POWER TRANSFORMER

CHIEF ENGINEER/MM,
HVPNL, SHAKTI BHAWAN,
SECTOR-6, PANCHKULA.

JULY-2012

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION FOR

40/50 MVA 132/33kV
POWER TRANSFORMER
1.00

SCOPE:
a)

This specification covers the Design, Engineering, manufacture, testing, supply on

CIP basis, transportation to site, insurance, storage, testing and commissioning of
40/50 MVA 132/33 kV Power Transformers.

b)

All drawings, schedules and annexures appended to this specification shall form part
of the specification and supplement the requirements specified. The
equipment/materials offered by the Bidder shall be complete in all respects and,
whether called for specifically or not, all accessories, hardware and services required
for normal satisfactory operation of the system shall be deemed to be included in unit
rates quoted. Design and manufacture shall also be such that equipment/
accessories of the same type and rating would be interchangeable.
Specific reference in this specification and documents to any material by trade name,
make or catalogue number shall be construed as establishing standard of quality and
performance and not as limiting competition. All equipment/ accessories offered shall
also be of proven design and manufacture. The make of all accessories and
hardware shall be subject to purchasers approval.

2.00

CODES & STANDARDS:

All standards, specifications and codes of practice referred to herein shall be the latest
editions including all applicable official amendments and revisions as on date of opening of
bid. The following standards and codes shall be applicable: IS:5

Colour for ready mix paints.

IS:325

Three phase induction motors.

IS:335

New insulating oils for transformer.

BS:148/IEC-296
IS:375

Marking & arrangement of Switch-gear bus bars main connections and

auxiliary wiring.

IS:1866

Code of practice for maintenance of insulation oil

IS:2026

Specification for Power Transformers.

&IEC:76
IS:2099

Bushing for alternating voltages above 1000 volts

& 3347
IS:2147

Degree of protection provided by enclosures for low voltage switchgear &

control gear.

IS:2705

Current transformer

IS:3637

Gas operated relay.

IS:3639

Fittings and accessories for Power Transformers.

IS:6600

Guide for loading of oil immersed transformers.

&IEC-354
IS:8468

On load tap changer.

&IEC:214
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IS:5561

Electric power connectors.

IS:617

Aluminium Alloy grade.

IS:2629

Recommended practice for hot-dip Galvanising.

IS:8478

On load tap changer application guide.

IS:8603

Dimensions for porcelain transformer bushings for use in heavily polluted

atmosphere(36 kV Class). Dimensions for oil filled porcelain transformer
bushings for use in medium polluted atmosphere.

IS:9434

Guide for sampling and analysis of free and dissolved gas in oil filled
equipment.

IS:10028

Code of practice for selection, installation and maintenance of transformers.

IS:12676

Dimensions for OIP insulated condenser bushings.

CBIP

Manual on transformer.

Equipment complying with other internationally accepted standards will also be considered if
these ensure performance and constructional features equivalent or superior to standards
listed above. In such a case the Bidder shall clearly indicate the standards adopted, furnish
a copy in English of the latest revision of standard alongwith copies of all official
amendments and revisions in force as on date of opening of bid and clearly bring out the
salient features for comparison.
3.0

CLIMATIC CONDITIONS:
The transformers are required to operate satisfactorily under the following site conditions:
3.1
Max. temperature
50 C
3.2
Min. temperature
-2.5 C
3.3
Max. relative humidity
100%
3.4
Min. relative humidity
26 %
3.5
Average number of rainy days per annum
Nearly120 days
3.6
Average annual rain fall
900mm
3.7
Average number of dust storm days per annum.
35
3.8
Isoceraunic level
45
3.9
Max. Wind pressures
195 kg/sqmt.
3.10 Altitude above mean sea level
Less than 1000 mt.

4.0

TYPE AND RATING :

4.1

The transformer shall be of two winding, 3 phase oil immersed core type with
ONAN/ONAF cooling suitable for outdoor service as step down transformers. The
transformer shall not be provided with the tertiary delta winding.

4.2

The ratings and other characteristics which are not covered elsewhere shall be, as
detailed in following clauses:

4.2.1

Max. Continuous capacity:

a)

ONAN

40 MVA

b)

ONAF

50 MVA

4.2.2

Number of phases

4.2.3

Frequency

3
50 Hz
(5%)

4.2.4

Rated Voltage :
a)

HV side

132kV
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b)
4.2.5

LV side

33kV

Connections :
a)

HV side

b)

LV side

Star
Star

4.2.6
4.2.7

Vector group
%age Impedance

4.2.8

ON load taps on HV side +5% to -15% in steps of 1.25% each

4.2.9

a)

Insulation level

132 kV

33 kV

i)

Lighting withstand

550 kV

170kV

ii)

Power frequency

230 kV

70 kV

withstand voltage

(rms)

(rms)

650 kV

170kV

275 kV
(rms)

70 kV
(rms)

b)

Insulation level of Bushings

i)

Lighting Impulse
voltage
Power frequency
voltage

ii)

YYO
10% at
50 MVA base

4.2 10 Total Creepage Distance :

a)

Total: 25mm per kV corresponding to highest system voltage i.e.

145 kV, 36 kV, 12 kV.

b)

Protected: 50% of the total Creepage distance

5.

GENERAL DESIGN OF TRANSFORMER: -

5.1

The transformer and accessories shall be so designed as to facilitate inspection, cleaning

and repairs. The requirement of Indian Electricity Rules shall be kept in view.

5.2

The design shall ensure satisfactory operation under severe working conditions due to
fluctuating load of steel furnaces and voltage variations in the system including those, due to
short circuits. The transformers shall be designed as to minimize the risk of accidental short
circuits caused by animals, birds or vermins.
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 the view the
requirement of Indian Electricity Board.

5.3

All material used shall be of the best quality and of class most suitable for working under
specified conditions and shall withstand the atmospheric conditions and temperature
variations without undue deterioration or distortion or setting up of undue stress in any part
thereof.

5.4

Cast iron shall not be used for any parts other than the radiator valve bodies.

5.5

Corresponding parts liable to replace shall be interchangeable.

5.6

All taper pins to be used in the mechanism shall be split types as per latest edition of IS:
2393.

5.7

All mechanism should be rust and corrosion proof. Means shall be provided for lubrication
of moving parts not immersed in oil.

5.8

The construction shall be such as to avoid air or water pockets. Special care shall be
exercised to reduce noise and vibration to the minimum level.
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5.9

Steel bolts of suitable finish will be used for diameters above 6mm. Brass bolts or studs
used for electrical connections shall not be of less than 6mm dia. On outdoor equipment, all
bolts, nuts & washers in contact with current carrying non-ferrous parts shall be phosphor
bronze:

5.10

All nuts bolts and pins shall be locked except those which are external to the transformer. If
bolts and nuts are so placed as to be inaccessible by means of ordinary spanners, suitable
special spanners shall be provided by the supplier.

5.11

Labels shall be provided for all apparatus like relays, switches, fuses, etc. housed in any
cubicle or marshaling kiosks. These shall be of incorrodible material with matt/satin finish
and permanent lettering.
Labels mounted on black surface shall have white letters &
danger notices shall have red lettering on a white background. The labels shall be secured
by means of brass screws or rust protected steel screws.

5.12

Surface in contact with oil shall not be galvanized or cadmium plated.

5.13

Before painting, all ungalvanised parts shall be cleaned made free from rust, scale and
grease and external rough surfaces smoothened filled with metal deposition. The interior of
the tank and other oil filled chambers shall be cleaned by shot blasting or any other suitable
method.

5.14

All external surfaces shall be given three coats of paints except for nuts, bolts and washers
which may be given one coat after erection. The final coat shall be a glossy oil and weather
proof, non-fading paints of shade 631 of IS:5.

5.15

The interior of mechanism chambers and kiosks shall be given 3 coats of paint, the final
coat being of a light coloured anti-condensation mixture.

5.16

LOCKING OF OUTER RADIAL SPACERS :The outer most radial spacers of the winding shall be locked in position by means of vertical
strips so that the same can not fall off/got displaced.

5.17

TIGHTENING OF THE NUTS OF THE COIL CLAMPING BOLTS :The proper & complete tightening of the nuts of the coil clamping bolts must be ensured by
the manufacturers. The tightening of the nuts to the designed value and that the nuts of all
the coils clamping bolts are tightened to same extent, should be carried out with torque
spanners.
The devices used for locking the nuts of coil clamping bolts must be of such a quality and
such care should be taken first in tightening the nuts and next in locking them in position that
the arrangement does not work loose due to vibrations caused by short circuits and
fluctuating loads etc.

5.18

The noise level shall not be more than 5db above NEMA standard publication TR-1.

5.19

The transformers shall be designed to have short circuit rating of two seconds as per
ISS-2026.

6.

INSULATING OIL:Sufficient insulating oil of Napthenic type (made from Naphthenic crude) in which paraffinic
content should be less than 50% and aromatic content 4 to 12% conforming to BS:
148/IEC:296 class-1 shall be supplied for first filling of each transformer. Particular attention
shall be paid to deliver the oil at site free from moisture and of uniform quality through out in
non-returnable steels drums. The quantity of oil for first filling of each transformer shall be
stated in tender along-with trade mark of the oil to be supplied. Use of inhibitors in oil shall
not be resorted to. 10% extra oil of the total quantity of oil shall be supplied along with the
transformer.

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7.1

LIMIT OF TEMPERATURE RISE:With the above climatic conditions given in clause-3 each transformer shall be capable of
operating continuously on any tap at their normal rating without exceeding the following
temperature rises
(i)

50 deg C in oil by thermometer

(ii)

55 deg C in winding by resistance

(iii)

Winding Gradient i.e the difference between average winding average oil
temperature not to exceed 13 deg C.

(iv)

Temperature of hot spot in windings not to exceed 98 deg C when calculated over
max annual weighted average temperature of 32 deg C.

7.2

The limits of temperature rise mentioned above will have to be satisfied by the manufacturer
by carrying out the heat run test at the lowest negative tap. This test shall be carried out by
feeding 1.1 times the total losses at 75 deg C at highest current tap.

7.3

OVERLOAD CAPACITY & CONTINOUS RATING

The safe overload capacity of the transformer and the duration of overload under maximum
temperature conditions without any damage to the winding or harmful effects on the
insulation shall be clearly stated in the tender which must be asper IEC-354/IS6600,guide
for loading of oil immersed transformer.

8.0

IMPEDANCE
The transformer shall have 10% impedance on 50 MVA base respectively with tolerance as
per IS:2026/Part-I(1983). Impedance shall include positive and zero sequence and shall be
expressed in terms of the branches of star connected equivalent diagram, all on the same
kVA base and range shall be given for each branch of the equivalent circuit in turn.

9.0

FREQUENCY:The transformer shall be suitable for continuous operation with a 5% frequency variation
from a normal of 50 HZ without exceeding the temperature rise as specified in clause-7.1
above.

10.0

FLUX DENSITY, CORE CONSTRUCTION and INSPECTION

10.1

The transformer should be so designed that the working flux density should not exceed 1.57
Tesla at normal voltage, frequency.

10.2

Tenders with higher flux density than specified limit shall not be considered.

10.3

The core shall be built up with thin laminations of high grade. non-ageing, low loss, high
permeability cold rolled super grain oriented silicon steel. Known as MOH High B Grade or
superior grade CRGO steels of maximum 0.27 mm or low lamination thickness especially
suitable for transformer core.

10.4(a) (i)Bidder should have in house core cutting facility for proper monitoring & control on quality
and also to avoid any possibility of mixing of prime material with defective/second grade
material. The purchaser may witness the core-cutting operation. In case the in house core
cutting facility for core cutting is not available then the same shall be carried out in the
presence of the representative of HVPN.
(ii)Inspection call notice for the purpose should be accompanied with the following
documents as applicable as a proof toward use of Prime core materials :a) Invoice of supplier.
b) Mills test certificates.
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c)
d)
e)

Packing list.
Bill of loading.
Bill of entry certificates by customs.

Core material shall be directly procured either from the manufacturer or through their
accredited marketing organisation of repute and not through any agent.
10.4(b) After being sheared, the laminations shall be treated to remove all burrs. They shall be
coated with a baked enamel insulation coating. The insulation shall be inert to the action of
hot transformer oil and shall be perfectly adhesive. Paper and varnish insulation shall not
be accepted. Particulars of proposed insulation shall be stated in the tender. Laminations
shall be checked for burrs during stage inspection.
10.5

The core shall be rigidly clamped and/or bolted to ensure adequate mechanical strength
and to prevent vibrations during operation. The bolts used in the assembly of the core shall
be suitably insulated and the clamping structure shall be constructed that the eddy currents
will be minimum.

10.6

Construction of the core shall be such that number of steps in the limb and yoke shall be
matching and dimensionally identical to minimize the effect of cross fluxing and better
mechanical strength.

10.7

The core shall be provided with Lugs suitable for lifting the complete core and coil
assembly of transformer. The Core & coil shall be fixed in the tank such that its shifting will
not occur when the transformer in moved or when a short circuit occurs.

10.8

The design of magnetic circuit shall be such as to avoid static discharge development of
short circuit paths within itself or to the earthing clamping structure and the production of
flux components at right angles to the plane of the lamination which may cause local
heating.

10.9

Every care shall be exercised in the selection treatment and handling of core steel to
ensure that the laminations are flat and that finally assembled core is free from distortions.

10.10

The supporting frame work of the core 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.

10.11

Oil ducts where necessary should be formed across the plane of the lamination and be
given a suitable slope to assist oil circulation. The overall design of core and winding
should be such that free flow of oil is not obstructed.

10.12

The frame work and clamping arrangement shall be earthed by connecting to the tank
body through a copper strip. Yoke bolt area should be compensated if bolts are used for
fastening of the core.

10.13

The insulation of core to bolts and core to clamp plates shall be able to withstand a
voltage of 2 KV RMS for one minute.

10.14

Core and windings shall be capable of withstanding shocks during transport, installation,
service and adequate provision shall be made to prevent movement of core and winding
relative to tank during these conditions.

10.15

All steel sections used for supporting the core shall be thoroughly sand blasted after
cutting drilling and welding.

10.16

CRGO used shall be strictly as per approved vendor as below:-6-

a)
b)

Nippon Steel Corp.Japan

Kawasaki Corp. Ltd.,Japan

10.17

The tenderers should indicate the maximum flux density allowable continuously as well
as for time intervals of 1 minute and 5 secs. and the limit of flux density at which core
material used by them saturates.

10.18

The name of the core material must be mentioned in the tender. The successful tenderer
shall be required to furnish magnetization curves 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.

10.19

Purchaser shall inspect the built-up core for verification of flux density for which all
facilities shall be provided. The purchaser shall inspect/test the core material for various
tests as per relevant IEC/IS to ensure quality. Core may also be inspected during
horizontal assembly, built-up assembly.

NOTES :
i)
The above flux density has been specified to meet with the over fluxing of the core due to
temporary over voltage of the order of 31% for l min, 44%for 5 sec. that may appear
abnormal conditions such as those following sudden loss of large loads.
ii)

Yoke bolt area and flitch plate areas shall not be counted in the net core area if these are
provided for fastening core.

iii)

The design of limb and yoke shall be so co-ordinate that there is no cross
fluxing at the joints.
The tenderer shall ensure that the CRGO supplier should have BIS
certification.

iv)
11.

SUPPRESSION OF HARMONICS:
The transformer shall be so designed as to suppress the harmonics voltage specially the 3rd
& 5th, to eliminate wave form distortion and interference with communication circuits due to
high frequency disturbances. Limiting percentage of harmonics at normal voltage and at
maximum system voltage shall be stated in the tender.

12.

WINDINGS:-

12.1

The 132kV windings shall have graded insulation whereas all other windings shall be fully
insulated and the neutral points shall be insulated as amended in IS:2026.

12.2

The transformers shall be capable of operation without danger on any particular tapping at
the rated kVA when the voltage may vary by 10% of the voltage corresponding to the
tapping.

12.3

The windings and connections, insulation material shall not soften, ooze out, shrink or
collapse during service.

12.4No 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.
12.5

The windings and connections shall be properly brazed to withstand shocks during
transportation or transient conditions during service.

12.6

The 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
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manufacturers so that there is no displacement of the radial spacer blocks due to frequent
short circuits on the transformers.
12.7

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.
In addition to this the drying process be sufficiently extended for proper stabilization of the
coil assembly. More than one cycle of soaking in oil followed by retightening of the coil
assembly should be adopted.

12.8

The coil clamping rings wherever used, shall preferably be of flat insulated steel
laminations. Auxiliary laminated material except bakelised paper shall not be used.

12.9

The clamping arrangement shall exert equal pressure on all columns of spacers of the
transformer windings built of sections or disc-coils separated by spacers. In no case, spiral
winding will be used either for HV or LV windings.

12.10 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.
Uniform distribution of coil clamping force shall be designed by using an adequately large
number of coil clamping bolts and by transferring the clamping force from clamping bolts to
the clamping plates through intermediate members which can spread the clamping force
over a large area.
12.11 All joints shall be brazed/crimped considering the vibrations due to short circuits and load
fluctuations.
13.

CURRENT DENSITY:
The purchaser shall be at liberty to inspect 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 so designed that the current density of all the windings and the
regulating
winding
at
the
lowest
tap
should
not
exceed
250 A/cm.Sq.

14.

TANK CONSTRUCTION:-

14.1.1 The tank shall be fabricated of a suitable grade steel and strong enough to allow the lifting of
complete transformer with oil by means of a crane or jacks and transported to site without
over-straining the joints etc.
14.1.2 The main tank body shall be capable of withstanding a vacuum of 100.64 KN/m 2 (760mm of
Hg.)
14.1.3 The base shall be so designed as to allow the transformer to be moved by skidding without
any injury.
14.1.4 All channeled constructions and stiffeners shall be designed to avoid retention of water.
14.1.5 The tank construction shall be free of air pockets, where such pockets cannot be avoided
vent pipes of 15 mm internal dia shall be provided to vent gases into the main expansion
pipes. In case of short branch pipes, however, minimum diameter may be taken as 6mm.
14.1.6 All joints other than those, which may have to be broken, shall be welded. When required
they shall be double welded. All bolted joints to the tank shall be fitted with suitable oil tight
gaskets, which shall give satisfactory service under the operating conditions and guaranteed
temperature rise conditions. Special attention shall be given to the methods of making hot oil
tight joints between the tank and the cover and also, between the cover and the bushings
and all other out-lets to ensure that the joints can be remade satisfactorily at site and with
ease by semi-skilled labour.
14.1.7 Suitable lifting lugs for lifting the transformer filled with oil shall be provided on the tank.
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14.1.8 Four jacking lugs shall be provided to enable the transformer complete with oil to be lifted or
lowered by means of jacks. The lugs shall be fitted at a minimum height (excluding under
base if detachable) of 300mm for transformer upto 10 tonnes weight and of 500mm for
transformer above 10 tonnes weights.
14.1.9 The transformer shall be provided with detachable steel flanged wheels of 250mm dia and
suitable for moving transformer complete with oil. These shall be bi-directional and mounted
on swivels which may be turned through 90 o when the tank is jacked up and capable of
being locked in position parallel to and at right angles to the longitudinal axis. The wheel be
suitable for standard gauge track of 1676mm.
14.2

TANK COVER

14.2.1 The tank cover shall be of bolted type and of adequate strength so as not to distort, when
lifted. Suitable inspection cover shall be provided with lifting arrangements to give access to
bushings, winding connections or testing the earth connections. The weight of each
inspection cover shall not exceed 25 Kg.
14.2.2 Pockets shall be provided in the position of Max. oil temperature at CMR for fitting a
thermometer and for bolts of oil and winding temperature indicators. The thermometer
pockets shall be fitted with a captive screwed cap to prevent ingress of water.
14.2.3 Suitable No. of jacking bolts shall be provided on tank cover, inspection covers/windows
including OLTC.
14.3

CONSERVATOR TANK, OIL GAUGE AND BREATHER

14.3.1 An adequate conservator tank of air cell type complete with sump and drain valves shall be
provided in such a position as not to obstruct the electrical connections to the transformer.
14.3.2 If the sump is formed by extending the feed pipe inside the conservator, this extension shall
be atleast 25mm.
14.3.3 One end of the conservator shall be bolted type to facilitate cleaning.
14.3.4 The conservator shall be provided with a magnetic oil level gauge.
14.3.5 The oil connections from the transformer tank to the conservator shall be at rising angle of
3 to 9 degrees to the horizontal upto Buchholz relay. The inside diameter of the pipe shall be
80mm. The Buchholz relay will have suitable valves on its both side so as to facilitate its
testing at site as well as cut off oil supply to the transformer.
14.3.6

The conservator shall be provided with oil preservation system, which should be suitable
either to remove moisture continuously from air entering the air space with which they are
connected or may not allow direct contact of atmospheric air with oil during operation, in
addition to silicagel-breather.

14.4

VALVES:

14.4.1

The transformers shall be provided with 2 No. filter valve each of 50 mm size one mounted
close to the top of the main tank & the other close to bottom of the tank oil circulation and
one drain valve of 80mm size with plug. The conservator shall have drain plug of 25mm
size.

14.4.2

Two robust sampling valves with spouts suitable for taking samples of top, and bottom oil.
The top sampling valves shall be brought down by internal pipe connections. Suitable
name plates shall be affixed to the sampling valves. The sampling device shall not be
fitted on the filter valve.

14.4.3

Two air release plug of 15mm shall be provided.

14.4.4

Plugs shall be supplied for all valves opening to atmosphere.

14.4.5

All valves shall be of gun metal and comply with the latest edition of IS: 3639.
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14.5

PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES:

A suitable pressure relief device of 6" diameter shall be provided on the main tank and of
3" diameter shall be provided on OLTC for rapid release of any pressure in transformer,
which may endanger the equipment. The device (s) shall operate at static pressure less
than hydraulic test pressure for transformer tank of OLTC chamber. If the device is
mounted on tank cover, it shall be fitted with a skirt projecting 25mm inside the tank and of
such construction as to avoid gas accumulation.
In addition to pressure relief device(s) the provision of explosion vent should also be made
and the diaphragm shall be situated above max. oil level or second PRD on the opposite
side of the first PRD be provided.

14.6

EARTHING TERMINALS:

14.6.1

Two earthing pads suitable for connecting 50x8mm mild steel flat shall be provided at
positions close to the two diagonally opposite bottom corners of tank. These grounding
terminals shall be suitable for bolted connection. Two earthing terminals shall also be
provided each on marshalling box and any other equipment mounted separately.

14.7

JOINTS AND GASKETS: -

14.7.1

All gaskets used for making oil tight joints shall be of granulated cork bonded with
synthetic rubber. Metal tops shall be provided for preventing over compression wherever
compressible gaskets are provided.

14.8

RATING AND DIAGRAM PLATES:

14.8.1

Each transformer shall carry a diagram plate showing internal connections, voltage vector
relationship of different windings, plan view of the transformer showing physical relationship
of the terminals and no load voltage and corresponding current for each tap.

14.8.2 Each transformer shall be provided with a rating plate data as specified in IS: 2026.
14.8.3

14.9

I.R. values alongwith oil temperature at the time of testing at manufacturer's works shall be
indicated on rating plate or separate plate, to be provided on transformer.
THERMOSYPHON FILTER ARRANGEMENT
Thermosyphon filter arrangement shall be provided on the transformer for preserving the
quality of Transformer Oil. The filter assembly shall be mounted on the Transformer as well
as ground supported and connected with pipes and shut off valves. Suitable instructions
required to be followed for commissioning, dismantlement & maintenance of the filter
arrangement, re-generation and storage of the adsorbent etc. must be included in the
instruction manual. A detailed drawing showing internal arrangement, shall also be
required to be submitted. Suitable capacity pump (alongwith motor) shall also be provided
to boost circulation of oil. The pump and motor should not be in main pipe line. It should be
in bypass pipe line having suitable valve to isolate from main pipe line. The main pipe line
should have two shut off valves at the bottom.
NOTE: -

The pump and motor should be weather proof(Flow well Type).

The oil & sorbent capacity required in the Thermosyphon Filter is as under: -

15.
15.1

(i)
Quantity of oil
(ii)
Quantity of adsorbent
COOLING PLANT:-

2.0% of total oil by weight.

1.25% of total oil by weight.

Detachable radiators shall be fitted on the main tank with machined flanged outlet and inlet.
Each radiator shall be provided with 19mm drain plug at Bottom and 19mm air release plug
at the top. Valves shall be provided on the tank at each point of connection to radiators.
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15.2

In case separate cooler banks are used, they shall be suitable for mounting on a flat
concrete base. These shall be provided with a valve (25 mm) at each point of connection
to the transformer tank, removable blanking plates to blank off main oil connections to each
cooler. 25 mm drain valve. Thermometer pockets with captive screwed cap at inlet and
outlet of each separate cooler, filter valve at top and bottom and air release plug of 15mm.

15.3

The motor blowers shall be direct driven suitable for continuous out door operation and
complete with necessary air dusting. These shall be mounted independently from the
radiator and in the case, these are radiator mounting type, use shall be made of some
anti-vibration means. Care shall be taken that the blower unit is capable of being removed
without disturbing the radiator structure. The blades shall be suitably painted and shall not
be of hollow sections. Suitably painted wire mesh guards with mesh not greater than 25mm
shall be provided to prevent accidental contact with the blades.

15.4

MOTORS:-

15.4.1 The motor shall be squirrel cage totally enclosed weather proof type suitable for direct
starting and for continuous running from 415-240 volts, three phase/single phase 50 C/S
supply. The motors shall comply with IS as applicable for continuous rated machine.
15.4.2 All motors shall be capable of continuous operation at frequency 50Hz with variation of 5 %
and 415/240 V AC 10 % variation of the normal voltage without injurious over heating.
15.4.3 All motors shall have ball or roller bearing with hexagonal nipples for greasing. In case of
vertical spindle, motor shall have bearing capable of withstanding thrust, due to weight of
the moving parts.
15.4.4 Varnished cambric or glass insulator shall be used for connections from stator winding to the
terminal suitable for external wiring. The motor terminals shall be of stud type and totally
enclosed.
15.5

COOLER CONTROL:-

15.5.1 Each motor or group of motors shall be provided with a 3 pole electrically operated contactor
with control gear for motor operation by hand and automatically through winding
temperature indicator. Provision shall be made for over load protection but no volt release
shall not be provided.
15.5.2 All connection shall be so arranged as to allow either individual or collective operation of the
motors, Alarm indication (audio and visual) for failure of fans and to indicate failure of power
supply shall be provided.
15.5.3 The control equipment shall be installed in the marshaling box as specified in Cl.20 in readily
accessible position.
15.5.4 The alarm indication for failure of power supply and failure of individual fans be provided
through independent non trip alarm scheme conforming to the following:i)

The closing of an initiating contact shall actuate a buzzer and will be accompanied by
a flag indication on the concerned auxiliary relay.

ii)

The closing of an initiating contact shall glow a lamp, which will not reset until the
fault has cleared.

iii)

It shall be possible to silence the buzzer by pressing 'Accept' push button. If after
canceling the alarm but before resetting the visual signal, the same fault persists the
buzzer shall be suppressed.

iv)

If after canceling the alarm but before resetting the visual signal, some other fault
takes place, the alarm accompanied by flag indication on appropriate auxiliary relay
shall taken place.

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v)

If after canceling the alarm and after resetting the visual signal, the same fault
appears or some other fault take place, the alarm, flag indication and non-trip lamp
indication shall reappear as usual.

vi)

The non-trip alarm acceptance shall be by means of push button and resetting of
visual signal may also preferably be done through a push button.

vii)

Means shall be provided for test checking the lamp and alarm circuit at frequent
intervals.

viii)

The equipment shall be suitable for 220 Volts DC operation.

Static facia aunnuciator conforming to the foregoing requirements of non trip alarm
scheme too would be acceptable.

16.

VOLTAGE CONTROL (ON LOAD TYPE):-

16.1

The transformer shall be provided with voltage control equipment of the tap changing type
for varying its effective transformation ratio while the T/Fs are on load and without
producing phase displacement.

16.2

Equipment for 'local' and 'remote' electrical and 'local' manual operation shall be provided
and shall comply with the following conditions. Local/ remote switch may be housed in
remote control panel or in tap changer drive mechanism.

16.2.1

It shall not be possible to operate the electric drive when the manual operating gear is in
use.

16.2.2

It shall not be possible for any two electric controls to be in operation at the same time.

16.2.3

The equipment suitable for supervisory control and indication on a multi way switch,
make-before break, having one fixed contact for each tap position, shall be provided and
wired to the tap changer drive gear. This switch shall be provided in addition to any, which
may be required for remote tap change position indication purpose. Supervisory indication
shall also be provided in the form of contacts to close on. "Tap change incomplete"
condition. All other components of the supervisory gear if required be specified separately.

16.2.4

Operation from the local or remote control switch shall cause one tap movement only. The
control switch shall be returned to the 'neutral' position between successive operations.

16.2.5

All Electrical control switch on the local operation gear shall be clearly labeled in a suitable
manner to indicate the direction of tap changing.

16.3

The equipment shall be so arranged as to ensure that when a tap change has commenced,
it shall be completed independent of the operation of the control relays or switches. In
case of failure of the auxiliary supply while tap change is in progress or any other
contingency such as stuck tap changer, adequate means shall be provided to safe guard
the transformers and its auxiliary equipment.

16.4

Suitable apparatus shall be provided for each transformer to give indications as follows: -

16.4.1

To give indication, mechanically at the transformer and electrically at the remote control
cubicle of the position of tap in use.

16.4.2

To give an indication at the remote control cubicle that a tap change is in-progress, by
means of an illuminated lamp.

16.5

For remote control, the switches, tap position indicator, etc. shall be supplied duly mounted
on remote control cubicle.

16.6

All relays and operating devices shall be operated correctly at any voltage between the
limits specified in the relevant ISS.

16.7

The tap changing mechanism and mechanism shall be mounted in the oil tank or
compartment mounted in an accessible position on the transformer.
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16.8

Any non oil filled enclosed compartment shall be adequately ventilated, Thermostatically
controlled heaters shall be provided in the driving mechanism chamber and in the
marshaling box. All contactor & auxiliary relay coils or other parts shall be suitably
protected against corrosion or deterioration due to condensation, fungi etc.

16.9

The tap changer contacts which are not used for making or breaking current like separate
selector switch contacts can be located inside main transformer tank where tap changer
construction permits such an arrangement. The oil in case of on load tap changer having
separate compartment for selector contacts shall be maintained under conservator head
by means of pipe connection from the highest point of the chamber to the conservator.
Such connection shall be controlled by suitable valve and shall be arranged so that any
gas leaving the chamber will pass into the gas and oil actuated relay. A separate buchholz
relay may be provided for this compartment.

16.10

It shall not be possible for the oil in these compartments of the tap change equipment
which contain contacts used for making or breaking current, to mix with the oil in the
compartments containing contacts and not used for making or breaking current.

16.11

Any 'DROP DOWN' tanks associated with the tap changing apparatus shall be fitted with
guide rods to control the movement during lifting or lowering operations. The guide rods
shall be so designed as to take support of the associated tank when in the fully lowered
position with oil. Lifting gear fitted to 'Drop Down' tanks shall include suitable device to
prevent run-away during lifting and lowering operations. They shall be provided with
adequate breathing arrangement. The tap changer shall be mounted in such a way that
the cover of the transformer can be lifted without removing connections between windings
and tap changer.

16.12

Each compartment in which the oil is not maintained under conservator head shall be
provided with a suitable direct reading oil gauge.

16.13

The alternating supply for electrical operation of the control and indicating gear shall be
standard 415 Volts, three-phase, 3 wire, 50 Hz. alongwith 240 Volts single phase, 2 wire
50 Hz, subject to a variation of 5 percent so that the equipment offered can withstand
variation in AC

16.14

Limit switches shall be provided to prevent over-running of the mechanism and except
where modified in clause 18.15 shall be directly connected in the circuit of the operating
motor. In addition a mechanical stopper or other approved device shall be provided to
prevent over-running of the mechanism under any condition.

16.15

Limit switches may be connected in the control circuit of the operating motor provided that
a mechanical declutching mechanism is incorporated.

16.16

Thermal devices or other means like motor circuit breakers with shunt trip coil shall be
provided to protect the motor and control circuits. All relays, switches fuses, etc. shall be
mounted in the marshaling box or driving gear housing. These shall be clearly marked for
purpose of identification. They shall withstand the vibration associated with tap changer
gear operation.

16.17

The control circuits shall operate at 110V single phase to be supplied from a transformer
having a ratio of 415 or 240/55-0-55 V with the center point earthed through a removable
link mounted in tap changer drive.

16.18

The whole of the apparatus shall be of robust design and capable of giving satisfactory
service under conditions to be met in service including frequent operation.

16.19

A five-digit counter shall be fitted to the tap changing mechanism to indicate the number of
operations completed by the equipment.
A permanently legible lubrication chart shall be fitted within the driving mechanism
chamber, where applicable.
The indigenous make OLTC suitable for 132 KV voltage class insulation (graded) but the

16.20
16.21

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voltage class insulation should not be less than 66 KV and current rating as 300 Amp. The
OLTC should be type tested from CPRI or other Govt. test house or from reputed Lab.
Abroad to the extent the facilities of type test are available with CPRI.
17.
17. 1
17.2
17.3

PARALLEL OPERATION :In addition to individual control of tap changer, provision shall be made to enable parallel
operation of the tap changer when one unit is running in parallel with another similar unit
of same rating.
Suitable selector switch and controls shall be provided so that any transformer of the
group can at a time be selected as master, follower or independent. Arrangement shall be
made that only one of the transformers can be selected as master at a time.
An out of step device shall be provided for each transformer indicating out of step
condition by an indicating lamp and buzzer. It shall be arranged to prevent further tap
changing when transformers in a group operating in parallel control are one tap out of
step.

18.

BUSHING INSULATORS AND TERMINALS:

18.1

Transformer shall be fitted with bushing insulators as follows: HV bushing: 145 kV class, condenser bushing of 800 Amp. rating with arcing horns.
L.V. Bushing: 36 kV class, oil communicating type porcelain bushing of 1000 Amp. rating
but with suitable arcing horns.
L.V.-N Bushing: 36 kV class, oil communicating type porcelain bushing of 1000 Amp.
rating but without arcing horns.
H.V-N Bushing: 36 kV class, oil communicating type porcelain bushing of 630 Amp. rating
but without arcing horns.
The characteristics of the bushings shall be in accordance with IS: 2099 and IS: 3347.
The bushing insulators except for neutral bushing shall be provided with adjustable
arcing horns and the bidder shall furnish calibration gap to decide actual gap setting.
A continuous flexible pull through lead suitably sweated to the end of winding copper
shall be connected to the connector in the helmet of the 220/132 kV Bushing. The
bushings may be filled with oil, which may not be in communication with the oil in
transformer.
All porcelain shall be free from defects and thoroughly vitrified with a smooth, hard and
uniform brown glaze. It should be capable of satisfactory use under the climatic
conditions as specified in clause-3.0.
In case of paper insulation care shall be taken to prevent ingress of moisture and a
final coat of non-hygroscopic varnish shall be given to them.
All clamps and fittings made of malleable iron or steel shall be galvanized as per IS:
2629. The bushings flanges shall not be of re-entrant shape which may trap air.
Bi-metallic terminal connectors shall be supplied suitable for single 0.4 Sq. inch ACSR
Zebra conductor for HV, LVN & HVN and twin ACSR Zebra conductor for LV side . The
take off for H.V. & L.V. connectors will be Vertical and for Neutral it should be suitable
for horizontal take off.

The connectors shall have six number bolts provided with check nuts & washers. The
connectors shall have rating corresponding to those of equipment or higher and shall
be designed most liberally with a higher factor of safety to comply in all respects with
temperatures rise, resistance, tensile strength short-circuit withstand capability tests as
specified in IS: 5561-1970 or amendment thereof (Latest edition). Aluminum alloy used
in the manufacture of Bi-metallic connectors shall conform to designation Grade 4600
of IS: 617-1975. The steel bolts, nuts washers and check nuts shall be hot dip
galvanized marked with ISI certification mark or of GKWmake.

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19.

TEMPERATURE INDICATING DEVICES:

19.1

All transformers shall be provided with a dial type thermometer for indicating oil
temperature. The indicator shall be fitted with a pointer to register maximum temp
recorded and adjustable set of mercury contact for alarm and trip.

19.2

In addition, all the transformers shall be provided with a dial type Hot Spot winding
temperature indicator in HV & LV winding. The indicator shall have a pointer to register
maximum temperature reached and four sets of adjustable mercury contacts for alarm,
trip, automatic control of fans & remote indication. The static remote repeater (for winding
temperature indicator) suitable for flush mounting shall be installed on remote tap charge
control cubicle.

19.3

The temperature indicators shall be housed in marshaling box.

19.4

The alarm (mercury) contact of WTI & OTI shall be adjustable between 50 oC to 100oC
where as their trip (mercury) contacts shall be adjustable between 60 oC and 120oC. The
temperature difference between opening & closing of these mercury contacts shall not be
more than 10oC.

19.5

The mercury contacts used for controlling cooling plant motors shall be adjustable to close
between 50oC and 100oC. The temperature differential between opening & closing of this
mercury contract shall be between 10oC to 15oC.

19.6

All contacts should be accessible on removal of the cover adjustable to scale. It shall also
be possible to move the pointers by hand for checking the operation of contacts and
associated equipment.

19.7

In addition each transformer shall be provided with a dial type thermometer for indicating
the ambient temperature.

20.

GAS AND OIL ACTUATED RELAYS: -

20.1

The transformer shall be provided with a gas and oil actuated relay fitted with alarm and
trip contacts for main tank & oil surge relay for its OLTC as per IS:3637.

20.2

Each such relay shall be provided with a test cock to take a flexible connection for
checking relay operation

20.3

A machined surface shall be provided on top of relay for checking mounting angles in the
pipe cross level of relay and its setting.

20.4

The pipe work shall be such as to allow any gas formed in the tank to pass through the relay.
The oil circuit through the relay shall not form a parallel delivery path with any circulating
oil pipe, nor shall it be tied into or connected through the pressure relief vent.

20.5

Adequate clearance between oil pipe work and live metal parts shall be provided.

21.

MARSHALING BOX:

21.1

A sheet steel (of 10 SWG size) vermin proof well ventilated and weather proof marshaling
box of suitable construction shall be provided for the transformer auxiliary apparatus. The
box shall have domed or sloping roofs. Ventilation louvers, suitably padded with felt, shall
also be provided. It shall be painted as per Cl.5.14.

21.2

The marshaling box shall accommodate temperature indicators. Local electrical control of
tap changer (if same cannot be housed in motor drive housing.), Control & protection
equipment for cooling plant, terminal boards and gland plates for cable etc. The
equipment shall be mounted on panels and panels wiring shall be done at the back for
interconnections.

21.3

The temperature indicators shall be mounted at about 1600mm from ground level.

21.4

A metal clad heater with thermostat, controlled by a waterproof rotary switch on the
outside of the box, shall be provided.
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21.5

The incoming cables shall enter from the bottom with gland plate not less than 450mm
from the base of the box. Care shall be taken to avoid ingress of water from the cable
trench.

22.

CONTROL CONNECTIONS, INSTRUMENTS WIRING, TERMINAL BOARD AND

FUSES: -

22.1

All cables and wiring shall be suitable for use under the conditions as specified in Section
-I. Any wiring liable to come in contact with oil shall be of oil resisting insulation. The bare
ends of stranded wire shall be sweated together to prevent oil from creeping along the
wire.

22.2

The instrument and panel wiring shall be run in PVC or non rusting metal cleats of limited
compression type.

22.3

The box wiring shall be as per relevant ISS. All wiring shall be of stranded copper of 660V
grade and size not less than 4 Sq. mm. for CT leads and not less than 2.5 Sq. mm for
other connections. The panel wires and multi core cable shall bear ferrules of white
insulation material with indelible marking in black and as per relevant ISS. Same ferrule
number shall not be used on wires in different circuits. Double ferrule may be provided
where a change in number is required.

22.4

Stranded wires shall be terminated with tinned Ross Courtney terminals, washers or
crimped tubular lugs. Separate washers shall be used for each wire. Wire shall not be
jointed/tied between terminal points.

22.5

Where apparatus is mounted on panels all metal cases shall be separately earthed by
copper wire or strip not less than 2.5 sq. mm. The screens of screened pairs of multi core
cables shall be earthed at one end of the cable only.

22.6

All terminal boards shall be of stud-type & mounted obliquely towards the rear door and
these boards shall be spaced not less than 100mm apart. Suitable insulation barriers shall
be provided between adjacent connections. No live metal shall be exposed at the back of
terminal boards.

22.7

All fuses shall be of cartridge type and fuses and links shall be properly labeled.

23.

EQUALIZATION FORMULA:
The losses at principal tap of each transformer shall be stated in the tender ONAF rating at
full load at 750C.
For the purpose of arriving at comparable prices, the iron, copper and auxiliary losses
shall be capitalised as per capitalization formula given below:
=3,86,700( Wi + 0.45 Wc + 0.45 Wp)
Where
Wi

Iron (No load) Losses

Wc

Copper (Load Losses)

Wp

Auxiliary Losses

The maximum sealing of component and weightage average losses shall be as per clause
24.0 and no positive tolerance shall be allowed on these values
In case losses of the T/F are found to be higher then the specified values at any stage within
three years from the date of commissioning the capaitalized value of excess losses, as
compare to the specified value shall be recovered as per following capitalization formula:Amount recoverable (Rs.)= 3,86,700 (Wi + 0.45 Wc + 0.45Wp).
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24.

Losses:The losses of each transformer shall be stated in the tender for OFAF at principal tap
rating (at full load at 75 deg. C) which shall be less than:Sr.
No.
1
2
3
4

Type of Losses

40/50 MVA, 132/33 KV T/F

No Load Losses
Load Losses
Auxiliary Losses
overall average wt. losses (based on capitalisation
formula of Wi+0.45 (Wp+Wc)

30 KW (Max)
200 KW (Max)
4.0KW (Max.)
110KW (Max.)

24.1

Noise level
:
80 dB
Transformer offers shall be rejected if audible sound level is higher than max.80 dB.

25.

TESTS:

25.1

ROUTINE TESTS:
All routine test shall be carried out on each transformer as per IS-2026/ IEC-76. In the
presence of purchasers representative.

25.2

TYPE TEST
Following type test shall be carried out on one transformer as per ISS 2026 in the
presence of purchasers representative.
(i) Temperature rise test (along with DGA).
(ii) Impulse voltage withstand test as per clause 13 of ISS-2026 /1981 Part-III on one
limb.

25.3

In addition, the following tests shall be carried out on the Transformer Tank:

25.3.1

OIL LEAKAGE TEST:

All tanks and oil filled compartments shall be tested for oil tightness by being completely
filled with oil of viscosity not greater than that of insulating oil to IS: 335 at ambient
temperature and subjected to a pressure equal to normal pressure plus 35KN/M 2 (5 lbs
sq. inch) measured at the base of the tank. This pressure shall be maintained for a period
not less than 12 hours, during which period no leakage shall occur.

25.3.2

Following tests shall be carried out on each transformer as reference test

i.

Measurement of tan delta and capacitor of T/F Winding and bushings at 5kV
& 10 kV.

ii.

Magnetic balance test.

iii.

Magnetising current at low voltage

iv.

Measurement of percentage impedance at all taps at low voltage.

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25.3.3

TRANSFORMER OIL:
Sufficient quantity (along with 10% extra) of insulating oil of napthenic type (as per Clause6 of specification) conforming to BS:148/IEC-296 Class-1 shall be put up for inspection, at
least 3 weeks before putting up the transformer for testing/inspection, at sub-supplier
works as per IS:335/BS/IEC. One sample of the oil shall also be got tested from CPRI or
any other Govt. approved testing house. The inspected oil shall be dispatched to site as
per dispatch instructions of purchaser.

25.3.4

SHORT CIRCUIT TEST

Short circuit test in accordance with clause 16 of ISS-2026 or latest edition shall be got
conducted on one of the units at any test Agencies where facilities exist in the presence of
Purchaser's representative .However, in case of those manufacturers who have already
got short circuit test in accordance with Cl. 16 of ISS-2026 or latest edition conducted
during the last 5 years on same design and capacity of the Transformer, fresh short circuit
test is not required to be conducted. The bidder in such a case shall submit the copy of
type test report along with the bid. If this test is not conducted by the firm earlier, then
charges for this test shall be borne by the bidder.
The warranty in case of Power Transformer shall be 18 months from the date of
commissioning or 24 months from the date of receipt whichever is earlier. All other
stipulations of Warranty Clause as per Schedule-D of purchase regulation shall
remain same.

25.4

The purchaser reserves the right to have any other, reasonable test carried out at his
expense either before shipment or at site to ensure that the transformer complies with the
requirement of this specification.

25.5

STAGE INSPECTION:
Stage inspection of built up core (in horizontal/vertical position), windings, tank and
radiators shall be carried-out as detailed below:a.
CORE:
i)
Measurement of flux Density.
ii)
No Load Loss Measurement by providing dummy oils.
iii)
Tests of CRGO sample taken from the core shall be carried-out for Carlite test
(Resistance Measurement), Watt Loss Test, Lamination Thickness & Aging Tests.
iv)
Physical inspection for quality of workmanship.
v)
Slitting/Cutting of core.
b.
WINDINGS:
i.

Measurement of cross-sectional area for current density.

ii.

Measurement of weight of bare copper/ cover by resistance methods.

iii.
c.
i)

The purity test of copper shall be got conducted on sample of copper for assessing its
quality, from two independent NABL accredited laboratories.
TANK:
Vacuum Test:
One transformer tank out of the lot shall be subjected to vacuum pressure of 100.64
kN (760 mm of hg). The tanks to be designed for full vacuum shall be tested at an
internal pressure of 3.33 KN/M2 (25mm of Hg.) for one hour.
The permanent deflection of flat plates after the vacuum has been released shall not
exceed the values given below without affecting the performance of the Transformer.

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-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Horizontal length of flat plate (mm).

Permanent deflection (mm).
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Upto & including 750
5.0
751-1250
6.5
1251-1750
8.0
1751-2000
9.5
2001-2250
11.0
2251-2500
12.5
2501-3000
16.0
above 3000
19.0
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ii) PRESSURE TEST:
One transformer out of the lot shall be subject to the pressure corresponding to twice
the normal head of oil or normal pressure plus 35KN/M 2 (which ever is lower)
measured at the base of the tank and maintained for one hour. The permanent
deflection of flat plates after removal of excess pressure shall not exceed the figures
specified as above.
d.

RADIATORS:
Radiator shall be routine and type tested at sub suppliers' work as per relevant
standard. Test reports are required to be supplied at the time of final inspection.

NOTE:

a.

The insulation resistance values of the transformer windings will be recorded at the
time of carrying out routine tests, for 20 seconds, one minute, two minutes with the
help of 5000V motorized meggar. (Preferably EVERSHED/ AVO & VIGNOLE
MAKE). The polarisation index values (ratio of 120/20 sec. value) will be
accordingly calculated and recorded in the test certificates and it should not be less
than 1.5.

b.

Dissolved gas analysis test shall be got carried-out before and after heat run test at
CPRI.

c.

Capacitance and Tan Delta values for each transformer and condenser bushings
will be taken and recorded in the test certificates at 5 kV & 10 kV. Insulation
resistance value of condenser bushings shall also be recorded.

d.

Lightening impulse test with the chopped wave applications as per clause 13 of IS:
2026/ 1981 (Part-III) amended upto date. This test will be carried out on one of the
limbs of HV and LV winding with positive polarity.

e.

The tender should clearly indicate the testing facilities available with them and tests
which are to be arranged outside.
Supplier shall submit in house test certificates at least 15 days in advance for final
testing of T/F. For testing T/F, all measuring instruments shall be of highest efficiency
and best quality. These shall be got calibrated from NPL/ Govt. Agency and be got
sealed by calibrating agency. HVPN reserves the right to calibrate the instruments in
the manner it desires.
Losses shall be measured with 3-wattmeter method only. Resistance shall be taken
with Double-Kelvin Bridge. Losses can be measured directly from CTs and PTs and
not through the panel. Ratio of the measuring instrument shall be such that the
multiplying factor is the minimum.
All tests shall be carried out in the presence of the Purchaser before dispatching the
material. Test certificates in quadruplicate will be submitted to the Purchaser for
approval. No material shall be despatched without prior inspection and approval of
test certificates unless otherwise agreed to. Type and routine test certificates of all
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bought out items from recognised testing agency shall be submitted for approval
before commencing supplies. OLTC scheme including the master follower
functioning shall also be checked. Only fully assembled transformer including
mounting of radiators shall be put-up for inspection.
26.

DRAWINGS:

26.1

The following drawings shall be supplied as part of the tender.

26.1.1

Outline dimensional drawing of transformer and accessories.

26.1.2.1 Bushing and terminal connectors drawing.

26.2
The successful bidder shall submit final version of drawings complete in all respects as
detailed in the following sub-clauses, in quadruplicate, within four weeks of placement of
order for purchasers approval.
The purchaser shall communicate his
comments/approval on the drawings to the supplier within four weeks of their receipt. The
manufacturer shall, if necessary, modify the drawings and resubmit the same for
purchasers approval within two weeks of receipt of comments. Such duly revised
drawings will be approved by the purchaser within two weeks of the receipt.
After receipt of purchasers approval to drawings, the manufacturer will submit a set of reproducible of all the approved drawings and will also supply five sets of all approved
drawings and five sets of manual of instructions per transformer to sub-station Design
Directorate, HVPNL, Panchkula.

26.2.1

ONE SET OF ALL THE APPROVED DRAWINGS AND MANUAL OF INSTUCTIONS

WILL BE SUPPLIED ALONGWITH EACH TRANSFRMER WITHOUT WHICH THE
SUPPLY WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED AS COMPLETE SUPPLY.
Outline general arrangement drawings showing plan, front elevation & side elevation with
all fittings and accessories etc. The following information must be specifically included on
the drawings.
a.

Make of transformer oil.

b.

Electrical clearances, minimum as well as actual.

c.

No. of radiator headers, number of radiator element in each header.

d.

Small sketch showing un-tanking details.

e.

Thickness of transformer tank bottom, side & top plates.

f.

Type, shade, shade No. and thickness of transformer paint.

g.
h.

Roller, rail gauge sketch.

Weight of oil, bare copper weight windings, core, un-tanking mass, transportation mass
and dimensions etc.

26.2.2

Detailed of bushings showing plan, elevation, terminal details, mounting details make
and type number incorporating electrical characteristics, description of various parts,
total creepage/ & protected creepage distance, weight of oil, total weight of bushing ,
dimensions, short time current rating etc.

26.2.3

Drawing showing HV & LV windings with arrangement of insulation and terminal

connections.

26.2.4

Schematic control and wiring diagram for auxiliary equipment like OLTC control gear,
cooler control gear, Marshaling Kiosk. Detailed write-up for schematic shall also be
supplied

26.2.5

Combined Rating & Diagram Plate.

26.2.6

Valve schedule plate.

26.2.7

Core assembly drawing with flux density calculations.

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26.2.8
26.2.9

Interconnection diagram between OLTC panel, Drive mechanism and marshalling kiosk.
Detailed calculations showing short circuit with stand capability due to radial and axial
forces during short circuit. Also calculation for thermal withstand capability during short
circuit.

26.2.10

Cable arrangement on the transformers.

26.2.11Drawing showing connection of HV, LV lead with the respective bushing and their place of
storage during transportation.

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SR.
NO
.

DESCRIPTION

Manufacturers Name

Rating (MVA)

Voltage Ratio (KV)

Winding Connection

Vector Group

Number of Phase

Frequency (Hz)

Type of cooling

Rating available at different cooling %

10

Impedance data

Guaranteed positive sequence impedance

between HV-LV at 75 deg.C with 100% rating at
i. Principal Tap
ii. Maximum Tap
iii. Minimum Tap

Zero sequence impedance at principal tap

11

Guaranteed losses at 100% rated voltage

(excluding cooler loss) at 75 deg.C between HV
and LV

Iron loss (KW) (max)

Copper loss (KW) (max)

Guaranteed cooler losses at

(i)

100% load (max) (KW)

12

Overall average weightage loss (KW) (Max.)

13

Cooling equipment details

PARTICULARS
Required

Offered

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Number of coolers and rating as per % of

transformer cooling equipment

Mounting

Fan motor data

Number per cooler and rating as % of cooler

requirement (also indicate no.of spare fans)

ii

Type

iii

Rating (KW)

iv

Locked rotor current (Amps)

Temp. range over which cooler control is

adjustable (deg.c to deg.C)

Oil pump motor data

Number per cooler and rating as % of cooler

requirement (also indicate no.of spare pump)

ii

Type

iii

Rating (KW)

iv

Locked rotor current (Amps)

Temp. range over which cooler control is

adjustable (deg.c to deg.C)

Type of oil pump and motor (whether oil

submerged type)

Radiator details

Overall dimensions lxbxh (mm)

ii

Total weight with oil (Kg)

iii

Total weight without oil (Kg)

iv

Thickness of Radiator tube (mm)

Type of mounting

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Thermal Data

Temperature rise in top oil over an ambient of 50

deg.C

Temp rise in winding by resistance measurement

method over an ambient of 50 deg.C

Thermal time constant (Hours)

15

Withstand time for three phases short circuit at

terminals (secs)

16

Over excitation withstand time (sec)

1.25

ii

1.4

iii

1.5

17

Bushings

High voltage

i)

Manufacturer

ii)

Type

iii)

Total creepage distance (mm)

iv)

Protected creepage distance (mm)

v)

Mounting

vi)

Rated current (Amps)

Low voltage

i)

Manufacturer

ii)

Type

iii)

Mounting

iv)

Total creepage distance (mm)

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Protected creepage distance (mm)

vi)

Rated current (Amps)

Neutral Bushing

i)

Manufacturer

ii)

Type

iii)

Mounting

iv)

Total creepage distance (mm)

v)

Protected creepage distance (mm)

vi)

Rated current (Amps)

18

Is Vacuum filling required, if so state absolute

pressure (mm of Hg)

19

Total quantity of oil (ltrs)

20

Tap changing equipment

a)

Voltage class and current

b)

Number of steps

c)

Range

d)

Step voltage

e)

Type

f)

Rated voltage of drive motor (volts)

g)

No.of revolutions to complete one step

h)

Time to complete one step on manual / auto

operation (sec)

i)

Power required (kw)

21

Insulation level

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a)

HV windings

i)

Lightning impulse withstand voltage

ii)

Power frequency withstand voltage (kv rms)

b)

LV Winding

i)

Lightning impulse withstand voltage

ii)

Power frequency withstand voltage (kv rms)

c)

HV Bushing

i)

Lightning impulse withstand voltage

ii)

Power frequency withstand voltage (kv rms)

d)

LV Bushing

i)

Lightning impulse withstand voltage

ii)

Power frequency withstand voltage (kv rms)

e)

Neutral Bushing

i)

Lightning impulse withstand voltage

ii)

Power frequency withstand voltage (kv rms)

22

Approximate dimensions

a)

Tank (lxbxh) mm

b)

Overall dimensions with (mm) coolers lxbxh

c)

Shipping dimensions (mm) (lxbxh)

d)

Height for untanking (mm)

e)

Dimensions of largest (mm) package (lxbxh)

23

Weights of transformer components

a)

Core (Kg)

Windings (Kg)

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c)

Insulation (Kg)

d)

Tank and fittings (Kg)

e)

Oil (Kg)

f)

Untanking weight (heaviest piece) (Kg)

g)

Total weight Kg

h)

Weight of heaviest package KG

i)

Total shipping weight (Kg)

j)

Parts detached for transport

24

Permissible overload (% of rating & time in

minutes)

25

Clearances

a)

Minimum clearance between phases

i)

In oil (mm)

ii)

In air (mm)

b)

Minimum clearance of HV winding to tank in oil

(mm)

c)

Minimum clearance of HV winding of earth in oil

(mm)

d)

Clearance between core (mm) and coil

e)

Clearance between coil (mm)

f)

Clearance between neutral to ground in air (mm)

26

Conservator

a)

Total volume (ltrs)

b)

Volume between highest and lowest levels (ltrs)

27

Capacitance values

a)

HV to earth (pf)

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b)

LV to earth (pf)

28a
)

Type of oil preservation

b)

Material of air cell

c)

Continuous temp. withstand capability of the air

cell

29
a)

No.of pressure relief device provided

b)

Operation pressure of pressure relief device

30

Oil

a)

Quality of oil

i)

Moisture content (ppm)

ii)

Max tan delta value (at 90 deg.C)

iii)

Resistivity (ohm cm)

iv)

Breakdown strength (kv)

v)

Interfacial tension at 27 deg.C (min)

b)

Quantity including 10% extra (Ltrs)

c)

Standards applicable

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Core

a)

Type of construction

b)

Net core area (mm.sq)

c)

Core material and grade used

d)

Type of joint between core and yoke

e)

Thickness of stamping (mm)

f)

Percentage silicon content (%)

g)

Maximum flux density in core at rated frequency

at

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i)

90% voltage (wb/sq.m)

ii)

100% voltage (wb/sq.m)

iii)

110% voltage (wb/sq.m)

32

Winding

a)

Type of winding

b)

Current density at rated load

i)

HV (A/Sq.cm)

ii)

LV (A/Sq.cm)

iii)

Regulating winding (A/Sq.cm)

c)

Conductor area
i) HV (sq.mm)
ii) LV (sq.mm)
Iii) Regulating winding

d)

Maximum current density under short circuit

i)

i) HV (sq.mm)
ii) LV (sq.mm)

e)

Magnetising inrush current (Amps)

f)

No load current (Amps) at rated frequency and at

i)

90% voltage (wb/sq.m)

ii)

100% voltage (wb/sq.m)

iii)

110% voltage (wb/sq.m)

g)

Magnetising current at rated frequency and at

rated voltage

33

Tank

a)

Type

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b)

Material

c)

Approx Thickness of

i)

Sides (mm)

ii)

Bottom (mm)

iii)

Cover (mm)

34

Radiator

a)

Make

b)

Material

c)

Thickness

35

Vacuum withstand capability of

a)

Main tank (torr)

b)

Radiators accessories (torr)

36

Pressure withstanding capability of

a)

Main Tank

b)

Radiator and accessories

37

Temperature indicators

a)

OTI

i)

Manufacturer

ii)

Range

iii)

Accuracy

b)

WTI

i)

Manufacturer

ii)

Range

iii)

Accuracy

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c)

RWTI

i)

Manufacturer

ii)

Range

iii)

Accuracy

iv)

Auxiliary supply used

38

Terminal connectors

a)

Make

b)

Whether type tested

c)
Governing standard
Note: If there is any change in the above GTPs, same shall conform to
Technical Specifications/relevant ISS. If there is any change in GTPs, so
warranted by specific make of equipment, same shall be taken care at the
time of approval of drawings.

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