CAPACITOR BANK, Vol-III-Section-I_Annexure B

Volume – II: Section – II(B) 1

Technical Specification for Equipments

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION FOR 1.3 MVAR, 11 KV (1716 KVAR Rated at 12.65KV) & 2.6
MVAR, 11 KV (3432 KVAR Rated at 12.65KV), OUTDOOR TYPE in CRCA Cubicle, AUTOMATICALLY
SWITCHED H.T. SHUNT CAPACTIOR BANK ALONG WITH
11 KV CAPACITOR CONTROL PANEL
1.3 MVAr shall be read as 1.2 MVAr. Accordingly all the related parameter
1.0 SCOPE will change.
This specification cover design, engineering, manufacture, assembly, stage testing, inspection and testing
before supply and delivery at various Store/Center/destination, of 1.3 & 2.6 MVAR 11 KV, outdoor type,
in CRCA Cubicle - shunt Capacitor Banks automatically switched in steps along with associated
equipments and accessories that may be required for proper functioning of the capacitor Banks & to be
installed on 5 MVA & 10 MVA, 33/11 KV Power Transformers. Circuit Breaker Control & Relay panels
are also covered in the scope of supply.

1.1 It is not be the intent to specify completely here in all the details of design and
construction of material. However the material shall conform i n all respects to high
standards of Engineering, design and workmanship operation in manner acceptable to the purchaser, who
will interpret the meanings of drawings and specification and shall have the power to reject any work or
material which in his judgment is not in accordance therewith. The offered material shall be complete
with all components necessary for their effective and trouble free operation. Such components shall be
deemed to be within the scope of bidders supply irrespective of whether these are specifically brought out
in this specification and/or Purchase order or not.

1.2 In order to ascertain the highest reliability of system offered Capacitor Banks, Automatic
Power Factor Controller( ACU Panel), Vacuum Contactors , series reactor and APFC Cubicle Panel
shall be from manufactured by single company.

2.0 STANDARDS
The equipment shall conform (for performance and testing thereof) in all respects to the relevant
Indian/International Standards specifications with latest amendments thereto.

2.1 INDIAN STANDARDS

ISS NO. Title
13925:1998 Specification for H.T. shunt Capacitor
IS 9920-2002 Vacuum Contactors/ Capacitor Switch
IS 9921 -1985 Isolator
IS 2705 Current Transformer
IS 3070 Lighting Arrestor
IS 3156 Residual Voltage Transformer.
IS 5553 Series Reactor
IEC 61000 Automatic Power Factor Controller

The other components such as VCB panel & other auxiliary equipments shall comply with the latest
version of latest Indian/International standards.
2.3 Equipment conforming to other internationally accepted standards which ensure equal or
higher quality than the above mentioned standards would also be acceptable. In such case bidders, who wish
to offer material conforming to standards other than listed above, shall clearly bring the salient points of
difference between the standards forward/adopted and specified hereinabove. Four copies of such standards
with authentic English Translation shall be furnished along with the offer. In case of conflict order of
preference shall be (1) ISS (2) IEC (3) other standards. In case of any difference between provisions of
these standards and provision of this specification the provision contained in this specification shall prevail.

3 0 SERVICE CONDITIONS
The capacitor Bank to be supplied against this specification shall be required to operate satisfactorily and
continually under the following moderately hot and humid tropical climate conducive to rust and fungus
growth
 Location: - At various location in Jharkhand

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Technical Specification for Equipments

 Maximum ambient air temperature (deg. C) 50

 Minimum ambient temperature (deg. C) (-)5
 Average daily ambient air temperature (deg/C) 40
 Maximum relative Humidity (%) 100
 Maximum altitude above sea level (M) 1000
 Average annual rainfall (MM) 1200
 Isoceraunic level (days per year) 50
 Sciemic level (Horigental accn.) 0.30 g
 Maximum wind pressure 0kg/sqm) 195

4 0 PRINCIPAL PARAMETER
The equipment covered under this specification shall conform to specific parameters given below:

4.1 CAPCITOR BANKS

Sl. No. Item Specification

1. Nominal system voltage 11 KV

2. Rated voltage of capacitor bank 12.65 KV
Output of capacitor bank at 11 KV 1300, & 2600 KVAR
Rating of capacitor bank at 12.65 KV 1716 & 3432 KVAR
4. Rated line current 78.32 & 156.64 Amp.
5. Connection of capacitor bank Single star
6. No. of phases 3
7. Rated voltage of individual capacitor unit 7.3
8. Capacity of individual capacitor unit 132, 220, 264 & 440 KVAR
9. Insulation level RMS-28 KV
Peak -75 KV
10. Maximum temp. rise over ambient 10 C
measured on container
11. Type of discharge Internally though resistor provided
within the Unit
12. Type of fuse External fuse
13. Type of installation Outdoors
14. Power loss (Tan delta) Not to exceed 0.2 watt/KVAR
subject to tolerance as per standard.

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Capacitor Bank Rating:

Sl. No. Transformer Rating of Capacitor Bank (KVAr) Steps configuration kVAr X No.
Capacity (MVA) of Steps (Switched)
1 5 1716KVAR at 12.65 KV (396+660+660) at 12.65 KV
2 10 3432 KVAR at 12.65 KV (792+1320+1320) at 12.65 KV

Note: The stages may be changed during detailed engineering Residual Voltage Transformer

5.0 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENT

5.1 CAPACITOR UNIT

The capacitor shall be of unit type construction suitable for indoor installation having high dielectric strength. No sun
protection will be provided. The capacitor bank shall be complete with mounting frames, insulators and all other components
for formation of capacitor bank. The bank shall be open type complete with inter connecting aluminum bus bars and
adequate clearance shall be provided between phases and phase to earth..
The capacitor should be able to withstand 10% overvoltage and 30% over current (r.m.s. value) arising due to over voltage
and harmonics

5.2 ASSEMBLY
Capacitor units of 132, 220, 264 & 440 KVAR, 7.3 single phase shall be connected in parallel in each phase to form a
three phase star connected capacitor bank. The bank shall be mounted on a steel frame work in suitable one/two tier
formation and shall be so arranged that an individual unit of 132, 220, 264 & 440 KVAR can be removed easily without
disturbing the complete assembly/ other units.

5.3 CONTRUCTION OF CAPACITOR UNIT

A. CONTAINER
The container shall be built from CRCA of sufficient thickness (not less than 1.6 mm) to avoid damages to the tank in case
of internal fault. It shall be of fabricated construction with all joints properly welded and designed to withstand rough
handing and should be hydraulically tested before assembling the internal elements. It shall be adequately epoxy
pointed. The lid of container shall be properly welded to the container.
The capacitor unit shall be hermetically sealed after the entire assembly has been dried and impregnated with suitable
liquid (Dielectric.) The capacitor elements shall be thoroughly dried and impregnated with an impregnant which has been
completely refined and degasified so as not to have any impurities or gas which may cause deterioration of the dielectric.
The impregnant used shall have low viscosity and high chemical stability and should be non-PCB. The container shall be
adequately insulated from capacitor elements. Sufficient 'Wall' insulation shall be provided so that the capacitor units meant
for use of 11 KV nominal system can be place directly on grounded steel structures. The metallic surface of capacitor units
shall be epoxy painted making capacitor units suitable for installing outdoor under moist tropical climatic conditions.

B. CAPACITOR UNIT
The capacitor unit shall have aluminum foil as conducting layer. The dielectric used shall be polypropylene film by using
layers of polypropylene film shall have the following compatibility criterion: -
(i) Polypropylene film shall conform to standard specification with latest amendments, for plastic film for new generation.
(ii) Compatibility between oil film (after thermal aging at 115 C for 96 Hrs.)
The impregnant used shall be non PCB liquid with low be accumulating, rapid bio degradation and low toxicity. Adequate
number of such elements shall be assembled and enclosed in the enclosure to form a single phase unit with terminal
bushings. The air in the enclosure and moisture absorbed by the paper shall be removed under high vacuum at elevated
temperature and replaced by suitable impregnating medium having high permeability, high dielectric strength and non-
inflammable properties.

C. DISCHARGE DEVICE:

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Suitable discharge device shall be connected across the capacitor unit in accordance with IS: 13925. The discharge device
shall reduce the residual voltage from the crest value of the rated voltage to 50 V the or less within 10 Minutes after
the capacitor is disconnected from the source supply.

D. EARTHING CONNECTIONS:
The container of each capacitor unit shall be provided with suitable earthing terminal clearly marked with Earth symbol.

E. MARKING:
The capacitor unit shall be provided with a rating plate and terminal markings as stipulated in IS: 13925. The bidder
shall submit the type test report along with the bid.

F. FUSES
Each capacitor element shall be protected by External HRC fuse of suitable rating and interruption capacity so
that a faulty capacitor element shall be disconnected by fuse. The fuse shall satisfactorily operate under ambient
conditions. The following requirements shall be considered while selecting the right size of fuse.
a. Ability to withstand the maximum discharge current from healthy capacitor
element.
b. Capability of handing fault current so as to Blow off before the in case rupture
takes place thereby avoiding damage to adjoining capacitor elements/capacitor
units.

G. BUSHINGS
Bushing shall be of porcelain or polycrete and shall be jointed to the case by welding method (Weldable type bushing) to
ensure adequate and permanent seal. Leads shall be brought out through one-piece bushing and welded to the terminal stud
to make a strong and positive electrical contract. Bushing terminal shall be of stainless steel.
Capacitors to be tested for cyclic Over voltage and 3 G test for mechanical shock & vibration, bidder has to clarify /
confirm these points in GTP

5.4 PHYSICAL ARANGEMENT OF BANK

Star point of the capacitor bank shall be ungrounded. The mounting rack arrangement shall be such that one no.
additional unit in each phase can be installed in future for increasing capacity.

5.5 AUTOMATIC CONTROL UNIT

(a) Switching Arrangement:

The Automatic control unit shall be provided inside the control; room to continuously monitor total load
KVAR on secondary side of the transformer and shall automatically switch ON or switch OFF the capacitor banks
through the operation of 12 KV Capacitor Switch in accordance with the parameter given in table no. 4.2 Overriding
provision shall also be made for electrical switching ON or OFF of the capacitor switch by the operator from the ACU
control box.

(b) Time Delay:

The switching ON operation will take place after period of 10 minutes. The switching OFF operation of relevant
steps will be instantaneous.

(c) Controls:
The Automatic control unit shall instantly switch OFF the capacitor bank in the following
contingencies occurring in any of the phases.
i) Voltage increased by 10% above the rated voltage of 11 KV.
ii) Power transformer current impedance (due to single phasing and for any other reasons) between any of the two
phases exceeding 20% of the lowest, iii) Current increases in any capacitor unit by 30% above the rated current (only
the relevant capacitor switch will open).Current between any of the two phases of the capacitor bank differs more than 15% of
the lowest current of the 3 phases (only the relevant capacitor switch will open).

(d) Monitoring Facility:

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A suitable display should be provided to indicate the capacitor current in each phases of the complete capacitor bank on the
ACU panel inside the control room. Indications shall also be provided to indicate ON & OFF status of each capacitor bank.

(e) Control Power:

The AC control voltage for operation of the ACU shall be taken from substation battery. The required control voltage
shall be 230 VAC.

(f) Temperature Variation:

The control equipment and associate circuitry shall be suitable for operation at a n ambient temperature in the range of +
5 deg C to (+) 50 deg C.

(g) Protection of ACU:

Besides in-built protection against lines surges and transient over voltages, suitable fuses/MCB shall be provided for
protection against over current. The ACU shall remain fully functional during and after line surges and transient over
voltages.

(h) Control Unit Casing:

Except for the terminals, the ACU shall be enclosed in a suitable casing so as to avoid ingress of dust.

ACU should be installed at inside of substation on Floor/wall mounting arrangement.

56 VACUUM CONTACTOR SWITCHES

This specification covers 11 KV, 50 Hz, Indoor type automatic Vacuum Contactor Switch suitable for switching
capacitor in steps.

(a) Applicable Standards:

Unless otherwise stipulated in this specification the Vacuum Contactor Switch shall comply with the latest version of
IS:9920 (AC Switches for voltages above 1000 V). Capacitor should be tested by International Labs as per IEC 60265-1
(1998)

(b) Rated Voltage:

The rated voltage for the Vacuum Contactor Switch shall be 12 KV. This represents the highest system voltage
corresponding to the nominal system voltage of 11 KV.

(c) Rated Current:

The standard rated normal current shall be 200A

(d) Rated Capacitive Switching Current:

The rated capacitive switching current shall not be less than 200 A Note: The capability of the Vacuum
Contactor Switch shall also take into account the parallel switching of capacitor bank steps.

(e) Rated Short Time Current:

The rated short time symmetrical current for 1 second shall be 10KA (rms AC. component).

(f) Rated Short Circuit Making Current:

The rated making current shall be 25 KA Peak .

(g) Basic Impulse Level (BIL):

The rated basic impulse level of Vacuum Contactor Switch to earth as also across the open terminals shall be 75 KV.

(h) Control Supply:

The control power for closing the Vacuum Contactor Switch shall be 230 V single phase AC supply. The closing
mechanism shall be suitable for a voltage variation of (+) 10% to (-) 20%.

(i) Design & Construction Requirement:

Type:
a. The Capacitor Switch shall be of vacuum type.
b. The Vacuum Contactor Switch shall be of three phase construction and shall be suitable for remote operation.

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c. The Vacuum Contactor Switch shall be suitable for indoor installation and shall have sealed weather proof type
construction.
d. The enclosure of the Vacuum Contactor Switch shall be provided with two earthing terminals marked with the earth
symbol.
e. The bushings provided on the switch shall have clamp type of terminals to directly receive aluminium conductors
up to 10mm dia in both horizontal and vertical directions. The terminal arrangement shall be such as to avoid
bimetallic corrosion.

(j) Operating Mechanism:

The operating mechanism shall be either solenoid or motor charged spring for which the control supply shall be as per clause
31.

(k) Mechanical and Electrical Endurance:

The Vacuum Contactor Switch shall be capable of performing not less than 10,000 mechanical operations and
10,000 electrical operations at 200A capacitive current without getting damaged.

(l) Marking:
The Vacuum Contactor Switch shall be provided with a legible and indelibly marked name plate with the following:
a) Name of the manufacturer.
b) Type, designation and serial number.
c) Rated voltage and current.
d) Rated frequency.
e) Number of poles.
f) Rated short time current (symmetrical).
g) Rated making current.
h) Rated capacitive switching current.
i) Date of manufacturing.
j) Property of respective DISCOM

(m) Testes: The Vacuum Contactor Switch shall be subjected to the following tests in accordance with the IS:9920 (Part-IV), &
Should also be tested by international labs as per IEC 60265-1(1998)

(i) Type Tests

a) Tests to verify the insulation level, including withstand tests at power frequency voltages on auxiliary
equipment.
b) Tests to prove that the temperature rise of any part does not exceed the specified values.
c) Making and breaking tests including tests for the rated capacitive current.
d) Tests to prove the capability of the switch to carry the rated short time current.
e) Tests to prove satisfactory operation and mechanical/electrical endurance.

(ii) Routine Tests

a) Power frequency voltage dry tests.
b) Voltage tests for auxiliary circuits.
c) Measurement of the resistance of the main circuits.
d) Tests to prove satisfactory operation.

5.7 AUXILARY EQUIPMENTS

Isolator:
(i) The Isolator shall be Outdoor type, 11 KV, 400Amp, Single throw, Double break, off load type, triple pole,
Horizontal gang operated with earth switch.
(ii) Tests: The Isolator shall be type tested and shall be subjected to routine and acceptance test in accordance
with IS: 1818-1972.
(iii) The bidder shall submit guaranteed technical particulars along with their bid.

5.8. LIGHTNING ARRESTOR

(i) The specification covers the supply, delivery, erection, testing & commissioning of 9
(ii) KV, 10 KA, Station class heavy duty, gapless, metal (zinc) oxide surge arrestors complete along
with clamps, complete fitting and accessories for installation on outdoor type 11 KV switchgear,

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transmission lines, transformers etc.

a. Tests: The Lightning Arrestors shall be type tested and shall be subjected to routine and acceptance test
in accordance with IS: 3070.
(iii) The bidder shall submit guaranteed technical particulars along with their bid.

5.8 B) Suitable one number RC surge suppressor shall be provide per bank inside of cubicle panel.

LA and Isolator shall be mounted on same structure and outgoing of Isolator shall be connected with CRCA capacitor panel
through suitable power cable .

5.9 RESIDUAL VOLTAGE TRANSFORMERS

The residual voltage transformers shall be in door type, dry with primary in star and secondary in star & tertiary in open
delta formation. The neutral of the primary winding shall kept fully insulated and would be isolated from ground. The
tertiary winding in open delta shall be used to energise the neutral unbalanced voltage withstand relay. The RVT should be
suitable to discharge the capacitor bank to voltage not exceeding as per standards with latest amendments thereof. The
RVT should be designed to with stand the temperature rise due to energy discharge in to it capacitors in case of tripping. All
the type test as per IS including temperature rise test should be furnished.
RVT shall be mounted inside a cubicle.

5.10 HRC FUSES

Suitable indoor type 11 KV HRC fuses along with the mounting insulators etc. to provide proper protection for the
capacitor unit shall form part of the equipment to be supplied.

5.11 SERIES REACTORS

0.2 % Series reactor per phase per step of capacitor rating for inrush current restriction to be connected on neutral end
as per IS: 5553. The rated voltage shall be 12 KV. The reactor shall be dry type single phase reactors mounted on post
insulators and designed to carry 130 % of rated current continuously without exceeding the temperature rise & shall
be applicable for thermal class of insulation used. The reactor shall be mounted on structure.
i. Tests: The series reactor shall be type tested and shall be subjected to routine and acceptance test in accordance
with IS: 5553.
ii. The bidder shall submit guaranteed technical particulars along with their bid.

5.12 CAPACITOR CUBICLE: It shall be free standing outdoor type sheet steel enclosure fabricated from 2 mm. thick
CRCA sheets. Capacitor cubical shall be mounted on mild steel channel frame and base frame shall be provided with
mounting holes for fixing on concrete foundation. All doors and covers shall be designed to avoid ingress of water, moisture,
dust etc. and shall be provided with suitable gaskets to achieve IP-55 degree of protection. Covers and doors shall be
provided with electrical interlocks to avoid access to live parts. Viewing glasses shall be provided to view inside parts like
fuses, contactors. CFL type internal panel lighting shall also be provided to have proper view in the night. Capacitor
enclosure shall be duly powder coated. FRP canopy shall be provided at the top and which projects about 200 mm beyond
cubicle on all sides. All LT internal wiring shall be fire retardant cable of 2.5sq.mm. All cable entries shall be from bottom
through cable glands of suitable size. HT XLPE cable entry shall be through a cable entry box mounted on cubicle or fixed
separately on foundation and coupled to the cubicle. Necessary Danger plate & Name plate etc shall be provided at
prominent places. All other necessary fittings and accessories should be provided by manufacturer to ensure safe and smooth
operation of the equipment.
Cubicle panel shall have provision of Internal Arc prevention as per IEC 62271-200
Cubicle panel shall be bolted type design.
Cubicle panel shall be IP 55 degree of protection.
Cubicle panel shall be powder coated.

5.13 BUSSBARS AND INTERCONNECTION MATERIALS

Suitable bus bar arrangement shall be provided by the supplier and requisite quantity of bus bar material shall be provided
for the Bank. All bus bars shall be aluminum flats with suitable cross section . Bus bar connections between Bank and
RVT. Shall also be provided.

5.14 ACCESSIORIES
Each capacitor bank cubicle panel shall be provided with the following accessories:-

1. 2 Nos. earthing terminals

2. Clamps and connectors

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3. Aluminum bus bar

4. RC Surge Suppressor one no per bank
5. RVT
6. Capacitors
6. Series reactor
7. Vacuum Contactor
8. Rating plate
9. All other accessories required for erection, assembly and commissioning of the capacitor bank

ACU shall be floor mounted and kept inside of substation building near to VCB panel.
LA and Isolator shall be mounted on external structure and to be kept outside.

5.15 RATING PLATE

Each unit shall be fitted with a rating plate giving clearly the particulars specified of marking as per standards:

6.0 TESTS

6.1 TYPES TESTS

All the offered equipment shall be fully type tested by the bidder as per relevant standards including the type tests
mentioned below. Type test should have been conducted on the similar or higher capacity of equipments for 11 KV or 33
KV class of capacitor bank from recognized test laboratory preferably CPRI or other Govt. test labs within 5 years prior to
date of opening of bid. The bidder shall furnish four sets of test reports as per relevant standards for each type of equipme nt
offered. along with the bid. The offers received without type tests shall be tested as non responsive and rejected.
a. Thermal stability
b. Capacitor less tangent measurement at elevated temperature.
c. A.C. voltage test between terminal & container.
d. Lightening impulse voltage test between terminal and container.
e. Short circuit discharge test.

6.2 ACCEPTING TEST

All acceptance tests stipulated in relevant standards and including those as mentioned below shall be carried out by the
Supplier in presence of Purchaser's representative.
a. Capacitance measurement test
b. Capacitor loss tangent measurement test.
c. Voltage test between terminals.
d. A.C. voltage test between terminal and container.
e. Tests of internal discharges device.
f. Sealing test
.
The method shall be subject to agreement between the Supplier and Purchaser where it is not specified in the relevant
standards. The Purchaser reserves the right to carry out any other test (s) of reasonable nature, in addition to above
mentioned tests, at works/test house of the Supplier or any other recognized laboratory/Research Institute to satisfy that the
material compiles with the intent of this specification

Schematic Diagram for 1.3 & 2.6 Mvar, 11 KV Automatic Capacitor Bank

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GUARANTEED TECHNICAL PARTICULARS

Technical Particulars of HT - APFC Capacitor Bank in CRCA Cubicle For 1.3 MVAr at 11 KV (1716 KVAR Rated at
12.65KV) at 5 MVA transformer
S Particulars Specifications
n Nominal System Voltage
Maximum Operational Voltage
Frequency
Rating of APFC Capacitor bank

Step configuration
No. of Banks
CAPACITOR SUB-BANK RATINGS
Particulars ■ Capacitor Sub Bank
Sub-Bank Unit
Rated Voltage, KV
Rated output, KVAr
■ Rated Current, Amps.
■ No. of phases
■ Insulation Level(KV rms / KV peak)
■ No. of Banks / Units
BANKING DETAILS
■ Type of Banks
■ Connection
■ Terminal Arrangement
■ Series Group per phase
■ Units in parallel per Series group per phase
■ Bus bar Material
■ Overall Dimensions
UNIT DETAILS
■ Dielectric and Impregnant

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■ No. of Bushings ;
■ Discharge device to Discharge to 50 Volts in less '•
than 600 Sec.
■ Unit Protection
■ Allowable Overloads ■
■ Losses
■ Finish
■ Dimensions
Technical Particulars of HT - APFC Capacitor Bank in CRCA Cubicle For 2.6 MVAr at 11 KV (3432 KVAR Rated at
12.65KV ) at 10 MVA Tranformer
Sl. Particulars Specifications
Nominal System Voltage
Maximum Operational Voltage
Frequency
Rating of APFC Capacitor bank
Step configuration
No. of Banks
CAPACITOR SUB-BANK RATINGS
Particulars ■ Capacitor Sub Bank
Sub-Bank Unit
Rated Voltage, KV
Rated output, KVAr
■ Rated Current, Amps.
■ No. of phases
■ Insulation Level(KV rms / KV peak)
■ No. of Banks / Units
BANKING DETAILS
■ Type of Banks
■ Connection
■ Terminal Arrangement
■ Series Group per phase
■ Units in parallel per Series group per phase
■ Bus bar Material
■ Overall Dimensions
UNIT DETAILS
■ Dielectric and Impregnant
■ No. of Bushings
■ Discharge device to Discharge to 50 Volts in less
than 600 Sec.
■ Unit Protection
■ Allowable Overloads ■
■ Losses
■ Finish
■ Dimensions

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General Technical Particulars of Series Reactors

Reactor shall be suitable to be connected in Series with Capacitor Bank on the Neutral side for suppressing
switching inrush currents. The reactor shall be dry type and shall be suitable for Indoor installation and shall
have other particulars as mentioned below.
A Reference standard :

B Type of Reactor :

C Rated Voltage & Frequency :

D No. Of phase :

Capacitor Sub-Bank rating :

E Per phase reactance, Ohms :

F Per phase voltage drop, volts :

G Rated output, KVAr :

H Rated current, Amp :

I Max. Continuous current :

J Temperature rise :

K Basic insulation Level :

L Terminal arrangement :

M Accessories for Reactors :

N Testing :

O Other details

i) Class of insulation :

ii) Rated short time symmetrical RMS Current:

iii) Winding materials :

iv) Type of Installation :

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TECHNICAL PARTICULARS OF VACUUM CONTACTORS

1 Applicable standard
2 Type & Make
3 Number of poles, nos of break/pole
4 Model
5 Maximum capacity
7 Rated Voltage
8 Rated maximum voltage
9 Rated normal current
10 Rated single capacitor banks current
11 Frequency
12 Rated short time current for one sec
13 Rated short circuit making current
14 Impulse with stand voltage (1.2x50 micro sec. wave,
crest)
15 One minute power frequency withstand voltage

16 One minute power frequency withstand voltage

on auxiliary circuit to earth
19 Mechanical endurance
20 Electrical endurance
21 Max. Required current of Solenoid
I Closing solenoid
ii Opening solenoid
22 Closing time
24 Operating Mechanism
I Stored energy
ii Release
iii Rated voltage
26 Inherent delay between two switching
operations
27 IP protection
28 Whether Internationally Type tested

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Guaranteed Technical Particulars for OUTDOOR APFC CRCA CUBICLE

1. Product

2. Application Automatic Switching of 11 kV Capacitor banks

3. Installation OUT DOOR

4. Whether Powder Coated

5. Whether provision of Internal Arc

prevention

6. Whether IP 55 degree type tested at

NABL Lab

7. STC Type tested for 26.2 KA RMS for 1

sec

8. Switching Steps

9. Thickness of CRCA

10. Whether Canopy provided

11. Whether Bolted type or Welded type

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TECHINCAL SPECIFICATION
FOR SUPPLY &INSTALLATION OF LOW TENSION (FIXED) SHUNT CAPACITORS (GAS
FILLED) TO BE INSTALLED ON SECONDARY SIDE OF THE DISTRIBUTION TRANSFORMERS
ON LT LINES POLES FOR POWER FACTOR IMPROVEMENT.
1.0 SCOPE
This specification covers design, manufacturing, testing, insurance, transportation, supply and
installation and commissioning of three phase 440 V , delta connected, 50 Hz., outdoor type, self healing or
explosion proof, metalized polypropylene design, cylindrical LT fixed shunt capacitor units filled with inert gas,
intended for power factor improvement and to be installed on secondary side of the distribution transformers on
LT lines poles of various ratings by way of suitable clamp.
Gas filled capacitor unit shall be ISI Marked along with IP54 degree protection level.
2.0 STANDARDS
Unless otherwise stipulated in the specification the capacitor unit shall generally comply with IS:13340
/ 1993 (reaffirmed 1998) or ISS 13340-41 for self healing type, IS: 12672 / 1989 for internal fuses and internal
over pressure disconnectors for shunt capacitors and 1S: 13341 / 1992 for requirements for ageing test, self
healing test and destruction test on shunt capacitors of the self healing type for AC power systems having rated
voltage up to and including 650 V (with latest version / amendments). The specification supersedes
requirements in IS wherever applicable.
3.0 CLIMATIC CONDITIONS
The equipment to be supplied against this specification shall be installed on one of the pole of
distribution transformer DP structure and therefore shall suitable for satisfactory continuous operation at site
under the following tropical climatic conditions:
a) Maximum temp. under hot spot sun : 55 ° C
b) Maximum temperature of air in shade : 50°C
c) Minimum temperature of air in shade : (-) 3.5 °C
d) Maximum relative humidity : 99%.
e) Minimum relative humidity : 10%.
f) Height above main sea level : upto 1000 meters
g) Dust storms likely to occur : from May to June.
h) Average annual rain fall (depending on area) : 60 cms
i) Number of months during which tropical monsoon: 4 Months, June to Sept.
Conditions prevail
j) Maximum wind pressure : 150 Kg/ m2
3.1 SYSTEM DETAILS / PARTICULARS
The distribution transformers are connected to the 11 KV network on its HT side while LT side is
connected to the 440 Volts LT network
i. Nominal voltage :A.C. 440 / + 10% Volts
ii Over Voltages (excluding transients) : Un+10% (Less than 8 hours daily )
: Un+15% (Less than 30 minutes daily)
: Un+20% (Less than 05 minutes daily)
: Un+30% (Less than 01 minutes daily)
ii. Rated Frequency : 50 Hz
iii. No. of phases :3
iv. Harmonic contents :Harmonic generating loads should be less than 15% of the total load
at the trial load intended for P.F. connection.
v. System Operation Hours : Continuous .

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3.2 RATING
The stated output of capacitor units in KVAR at frequency of 50 Hz for upper limit of temperature
category of 55°C , shall be as per relevant Annexure of the IS.
3.3 RATED VOLTAGE
The rated voltage of capacitor units shall be 440 Volts. The fluctuation in supply voltage as specified in
IS: 13340-41 (with latest amendments) shall not affect normal working of the equipment.
3.4 GENERAL TECHNICAL REQUIREMENT
The capacitor element used in unit shall have multilayer metallised polypropylene film (MPP) having
low loss dielectric and impregnated with such impregnant, which shall have high dielectric constant, low
viscosity and high chemical stability. The impregnant should be inert gas. Concentric winding shall be adopted
to form three phases. The PP film should be in wave cut design, so that higher current carrying capabilities can
be acheived. Active binding element shall be properly heated and then vacuum dried prior to encapsulation in
gas impregnation. The contact area must be carefully prepared so as to achieve high in rush current and long
life. The capacitor unit shall have over pressure dis-connector protection. Discharge resistance shall reduce the
residual voltage to less than 50 volts within one minute as required by IS: 13340. For easy identification of
damaged units with naked eye; Visual Fault Indicator shall be provided.
3.5 CONSTRUCTION
1) The capacitors should have 3 Phase having different KVAR rating, cylindrical unit housed in
cylindrical aluminum container. The height and diameter of the capacitor shall be as per relevant
standard. At the base of capacitor unit suitable arrangement for earthing preferably in form of M-12
size stud bolt having 16 mm outer (projected) length with toothed washer hexagonal nut & two
numbers spring washer shall be provided in such a way that it should also serve facility for clamping
capacitor unit on LT Poles. The outgoing terminals of capacitor unit should be covered by a UV
resistant cap. The capacitor & unit with the cap should conform to IP:54 degree of protection.
2) Since installation of capacitors is covered within the scope of the tender specification, the accessories
such as connecting wires, clamps, & fixing arrangement of capacitor units at LT lines, poles and DTs
etc should be supplied as suitable for connection and mounting the capacitors units on L.T.
Lines/secondary side of the distribution transformer.
3) The insulated connecting wires should be individual for each phase/line and the protective cap and
terminal block should be suitable for outdoor operation under the atmospheric conditions specified and
to totally eliminate the possibility of fault occurrence external to the capacitor unit.
4) The gas filled in capacitor units must be inert and absolutely harmless to environment. The operation
and disposal of capacitor units must be environmentally friendly. The constructional features necessary
to prevent leakage and to ensure safety during operation must be adopted.
5) There should be in built protection device(s)/pressure sensitive in the event of any fault/abnormal
condition inside the capacitor unit. Occurrence of such condition must be indicated by any
mechanism/symbol outside the capacitor unit and should visible from the ground to facilitate
identification and replacement of the faulty unit. Details of such mechanism should be furnished along
with the Bid. The bidder has to demonstrate such features before awarding the contract.
6) The capacitor units must be suitable for mounting in any desired position.
7) Terminal block should facilitate On-Line measurement of capacitance.
8) The features necessary for outdoor installation/operation on L.T. Lines, without enclosures, must be
incorporated.

3.6 INSTALLATION
LT Capacitors are to be installed on LT Line Pole one span a head of common pole (DTR) through
suitable clamping arrangement. Clamp should have enough strength to hold the capacitor for long period. A

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suitable size of ISI marked with UV protection wire of reputed makes, per phase should be used for connecting
the capacitors with DTR.
Lines poles & Distribution transformers structure are PCC poles with rectangular cross-section or steel
section like R.S. joist, M.S. Rails. The contractor has to identity the shape of poles.
3.7 PERMISSIBLE OVER LOADS
For capacitors specified in this specification, the maximum permissible over loads shall not exceed
anyone of the limits given in (i) and (ii) below as conforming to IS: 13340 / 1993 (re-affirmed 1998):
i) Voltage: The permissible over loads shall not exceed limits set by IS: 13340 for self healing type
capacitors. Capacitor shall be suitable for prolonged operation at RMS voltage between terminals
not exceeding 1.1 times the rated voltage.
ii) Current: Capacitor units shall be suitable for continuous operation at r.m.s. Line current 1.30 times
the current occurs at rated sinusoidal voltage and rated frequency excluding transients (as per IS:
13340 for self healing type capacitors).
iii) Inrush current: should be 200 times I nominal current.
3.8 CAPACITOR LOSS
The dielectric shall not be more than 0.20 W/ KVAR. This should be indicated in bid. The total
capacitor loss excluding discharge resistor and cable should not be more than 0.5 watt / KVAR for self-healing
type capacitors using metallised polypropylene. The bidder must state the loss of the capacitors offered.
3.9 CAPACITOR LIFE
The life of capacitor units shall not be less than 1, 00,000 hours. The bidder as per the Performance
guarantee Clause of the specification shall guarantee the capacitor units. The failure rate should be within 3%(
including the Capacitors failed due to drift in accuracy) however the agency shall replace such failed units free
of cost.
3.10 RATING PLATE
A rating plate shall be provided on each unit with complete information marked indelibly in accordance
with clause 10 ‘Marking’ of IS: 13340 (with latest amendments). The words “PROPERTY OF JBVNL” and ‘R-
APDRP’ shall he marked conspicuously on each capacitor unit with inedible marking along with details of
S.No., P0 No. & Date, Rating etc. identifications marks. Date of commissioning shall be marked. The R-
APDRP should be visible from ground.
3.11 SAFETY RQUIREMENT
i. Capacitor unit shall be provided with directly connected discharge device metal oxide varistors
(MOV) or resistors of suitable energy handling capacity and as per IS: 13340 /1993 (with latest
amendment) for self-healing type capacitors. It should be ensured that there must be no switch,
fuse or any other isolating device between the capacitor unit and the discharge device.
ii. The discharge device shall reduce the residual voltage from the crest value of the rated voltage to
50 V or less within one minute after the capacitor is disconnected from the source of supply.
iii. Capacitor shall comply with the relevant general safety regulations for power installation as per
Indian Electricity Rules 1956. The capacitor units shall be provided with a suitable earth terminal,
clearly marked so that it will be connected by the worker to the system earth.
iv. The protective cap and terminal block should entirely eliminate hazards increase of accidental
contact.
v. PSPCL should not responsible to any damage of the Consumers installation, appliances and also to
PSPCL system due to installation of capacitor unit installed. In case of any electrical, physical or
commercial losses occurred due to capacitors installed the agency should be responsible and
compensate accordingly.

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3.12 MONITORING FACILITY

For easy identification of damaged units with naked eye; Visual Fault Indicator shall be provided.
3.13 TESTS
3.13.1 Routine Tests:
All individual capacitor units shall be subjected to the routine tests at the manufacturer’s works (at the cost of
manufacturer) for the test specified in clause no. 12.1.1 of IS: 13340/1993. A certificate detailing the results of
such tests shall be furnished by the supplier along with inspection call to the purchaser.
3.13.2 Type Test:
The type test is mandatory and pre-requisite. All the tests indicated at clause no. 12.2.2 of IS: 13340 / 1993 with
latest amendment, if any shall constitute the type tests. All the type tests must have been carried out at the Govt.
/ Govt. laboratories accredited by National Accreditation Board of Testing and Calibration Laboratories
(NABL) in accordance with the IS: 13340/ 1993.Type test is acceptable for offered rating or higher rating.
3.13.3 IP: 54 Test:
Capacitors should be tested for IP54 as per IS 12063- 1987.
The capacitors should conform to IP-54 as per IEC-831protection test for harsh environmental
conditions. The bidder shall furnish the type test report in this regard along with his offer.
3.13.4 Concentric winding/wave cut design test:
The capacitor should be tested for concentric winding and wave cut design i.e the PP film is wave cut .
The test will be carried out by cut opening the test.
3.13.5 Routine / Acceptance Tests:
The inspecting officer will carry Out the routine / acceptance tests specified as under as per IS:13340 / 1993
(with latest amendment) for self-healing type capacitors.
i. Visual examination.
ii. Sealing test.
iii. Measurement of capacitance and output.
iv. Insulation resistance test between terminals & capacitor container
v. AC Voltage test between terminals.
vi. AC Voltage test between terminals and containers.
vii. Test for efficiency of discharge device.
viii. Any other test as per relevant IS.
The bidder shall furnish copies of type test reports as per relevant IS for the equipment offered or
higher rating along with tender. The offer received without type test reports is liable to rejected. Type test
Certificate to be furnished should be in respect of the specified rating/ make intend to be supplied. Certificates to
be furnished should be in respect of specified make, type and rating of Capacitors intended to be supplied. Type
test certificate should be a companied with the tender document.
The equipment offered shall be fully type tested as per the relevant standards for the entire type
test specified in the IS at the Govt. / Govt. approved testing laboratories accredited by NABL. Type test shall
not be older than 5 years from date of submission of tender. The name(s) of such Govt. / Govt. approved testing
laboratories accredited by NABL shall however be clearly indicated in the tender.

3.14 PRE-DISPATCH INSPECTION

The JBVNL shall inspect, examine and test the equipment/ material through its official(s) before dispatch of
material. The bidder /supplier shall inform the JBVNL for readiness of material. The material shall be
dispatched from the source only after inspection and approval of the authorized of inspector of JBVNL. The
supplier shall ensure proper testing/inspection as per the provision of relevant standard of the material to the

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satisfaction of inspectors of JBVNL. It will be responsibility of the supplier to arrange for all tests at their cost
from the approved/ Govt. / Govt. approved testing laboratories accredited by NABL required by JBVNL. The
name(s) of such Govt. / Govt. approved testing laboratories accredited by NABL shall however be clearly
indicated in the tender. Accordingly supplier will submit the test certificate in triplicate to this office for
approval before dispatch of material. It will be entire responsibility of the supplier to supply the material as per
standard lay down in the relevant ISS/PSPCL specifications. In case of any failure the entire lot shall be rejected
at the risk and cost of supplier. The JBVNL reserves the right to wave off pre-dispatch inspection in respect of
any material subject to furnishing of routine of acceptance test as per applicable ISS by the supplier to ensure
that material to be supplied is as per PSPCL specifications.

3.15 PACKING AND FORWARDING

i. The equipment shall be suitably packed in order to avoid damages / losses or breakage during transit or
handling. Each capacitor unit may be suitably packed in the first instance to prevent ingress of dust and
moisture and than placed in cushion cartoon of suitable material to prevent damage due to shocks during
transit. The lid of cartoon may be suitably sealed. A suitable number of sealed cartoons may be packed in a
case of adequate strength with extra cushioning, if considered necessary. The cases may than properly sealed
against accidental opening in transit. The packing cases may be marked to indicate the fragile nature of the
contents.
ii. The following information shall be furnished with the consignment: -
a. Name of the consignee.
b. Details of consignment.
c. Destination.
d. Total weight of consignment.
e. Sign showing upper / lower side of the crates.
1. Sign showing fragility of the material.
g. Handling and unpacking instructions.
h. Bill of material indicating contents of each package & spare material.
iii. The supplier shall be responsible for all the damages / losses due to improper packing. Replacement shall be
made free of cost regarding material pointed out defective by the consignees.
3.16 DRAWINGS AND DOCUMENTATION
Tender must accompany relevant catalogues and sectional drawing showing necessary details of the
equipment offered and installation arrangements along with bill of material. One copy of the dimensional
drawing and internal constructional drawing shall be furnished with tender.
The copies of relevant catalogues and sectional drawing showing necessary details of the equipment
offered and installation arrangements, dimensional drawing and internal constructional drawing shall be
supplied to concerned operation Divisional offices furnished with tender.
3.17 RATINGS OF CAPACITORS TO BE INSTALLED
Approximate nos. of Existing DT’s and LT Capacitors are to be installed as per details given hereunder:-
X-MER No. of kVAR rating of No. of capacitors required
Rating X-MERs capacitors
10 & 16 3
KVA
25 kVA 4
63 kVA 8
100 kVA 10
200 kVA 20

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300 KVA 15*2

Above 300 20*2
KVA
TOTAL
The quantity may vary as mentioned in clause no. 35 of Section – II
3.18 GUARANTEED TECHNICAL PARTICULARS
The Guaranteed Technical Particulars in prescribed Performa shall be furnished duly filled along with the
tender.

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11KV AUTOMATICALLY SWITCHED CAPACITOR BANKS AT

SUB-STATIONS
1. SCOPE
This specification covers 3-phase, 50 Hz, out-door type Automatically Switched Shunt Capacitor Banks
intended for installation at 33/11 KV and 66/11KV sub-stations. The equipment covered in this
specification comprises (i) Capacitor Bank, (ii) Automatic Control Unit, (iii) Capacitor Switches and
(iv) Auxiliary Equipment.

2. APPLICABLE STANDARDS
Unless otherwise modified in this specification, the capacitors shall comply with latest version of
IS:2834. The other components such as Capacitor Switches, Auxiliary Equipment shall comply with the
latest version of relevant Indian Standards.

A. CAPACITOR BANKS

3. TEMPERATURE CATEGORY
The capacitor shall be suitable for upper limit of temperature category 500C as per IS:2834.

4. RATED VOLTAGE
4.1 The rated voltage of the 3-phase capacitor banks shall be equal to the highest system voltage i.f 12KV
(phase-to-phase) and the individual capacitor units shall be rated for

4.2 Supplier shall make extra allowance for voltage rise due to use of 6% reactors wherever provided, for
which necessary details will be provided by the purchaser.

5. RATED OUTPUT
5.1 The rated out put of 3-phase capacitor banks shall be 600 KVAR at the rated voltage of 12 KV
intended for use on power transformers of 5 MVA

5.2 The standard basic unit rating of capacitors (single phase) shall be 200 KVAR. The units shall be
connected in star formation with floating neutral.

6. PERMISSIBLE OVER LOADS

For capacitors covered in this specification, the maximum permissible overloads with regard to voltage,
current and reactive output shall not exceed the limits specified in IS:2834.

7. POWER LOSS
The power loss in capacitors shall not exceed 0.2 watt/KVAR (subject to a tolerance of +10%).

8. DISCHARGE DEVICE
Suitable discharge device shall be connected across the capacitor unit in accordance with the provision
of IS:2834.
The discharge device shall reduce the residual voltage from the crest value of the rated voltage to 50V
or less within 5 minutes after the capacitor is disconnected from the source of supply.

9. EARTHING CONNECTIONS
The container of each capacitor unit shall be provided with suitable earthing terminal clearly marked with
"Earth" Symbol.

10. PROTECTIVE FUSES

The capacitor units shall be provided with either internal or external fuses, as per standard practice of
the manufacturer. In the later case, the manufacturer shall supply the external HRC fuses together
with fixing accessories; a set of six spare fuse links shall be supplied along with each capacitor bank.

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11. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

11.1 The capacitors shall be of non-PCB type, using polypropylene film as the dielectric.

11.2 Complete mounting brackets supporting insulators and all other components for formation of capacitor
bank racks shall be supplied along with the capacitor units. Necessary foundation bolts/nuts shall
also be supplied.

11.3 The outside of the capacitor container and other structures should have smooth and tidy look and
should be coated with the weather-proof, corrosion-resistant paint of white or light grey shade.

12. MARKING
The capacitor units shall be provided with a rating plate and terminal markings as stipulated in
IS:2834.

13. TESTS
The switched capacitors shall be subjected to all the type, routine and acceptance tests in
accordance with IS:2834. In addition, Endurance Test as per IEC 871-2, 1981 shall be carried out
as a type test. (This test is under consideration for adoption by BIS).

B. AUTOMATIC CONTROL UNIT (ACU)

14. SWITCHING ARRANGEMENT

14.1 The Automatic Control Unit shall be provided inside the control room to continuously monitor total load
KVAR on secondary side of the transformer and shall automatically switch ON or switch OFF the
capacitor banks through the operation of 11KV Capacitor Switch in accordance with
the parameters given in clause 14.3. Overriding provision shall also be made for electrical switching
ON or OFF of the capacitor switch by the operator from the ACU panel.

14.2 In the case of 5 MVA transformer, the capacitor banks will be controlled by two 11KV automatic
capacitor switches each controlling a 600 KVAR bank.

14.3 The following scheme shall be adopted for automatic operation of 11KV capacitor switches/capacitor
banks:
S.No Transformer Capacitor Capacity Status of Status of
Capacity Bank Size to be capacitor Capacitor
Switched switches when Switches when
on load KVAR on load KVAR drops
transformer to
reaches
1 2 3 4 5 6
1 1 x 5MVA 1200 KVAR 600 KVAR 700 KVAR (Switch-I 600 KVAR (Switches
split into ON, Switch-II OFF) I & II OFF)
600 KVAR
+
600 KVAR 1200 KVAR 1300KVAR 1200 KVAR (Switch-
(Switches-I&II ON) II OFF, Switch-I
ON).

NOTE :
1. For more than one transformer, a separate capacitor bank for each transformer shall be provided.
2. The required 11KV CTs and PTs for measurement of Load KVAR are normally available at the Sub-station
and will not form part of the equipment to be supplied against this Specification.

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15. TIME DELAY

The switching ON operation will take place only if the KVAR value indicated in column 5 of the table in
clause No.14.3 persists (or is more) for a period of 5 minutes. The switching OFF operation will take
place if the KVAR value indicated in column 6 of the table persists (or is less) for a period
of 5 minutes. However, if the load drops to less than 80% of value specified in column 6, the
switching off operation of the relevant step will be instantaneous. In no case switching
ON operation will take place within a period of less than 5 minutes after the capacitor is switched
OFF due to any reason.

16. CONTROLS
The automatic control unit shall instantly switch OFF the capacitor switch in the following
contingencies occurring in any of the phases :

i) Voltage increases by 7% above the rated voltage of 12KV.

ii) Power Transformer current imbalance (due to single phasing and for any other reasons) between any
of the two phases exceeding 20% of the lowest current of the 3-phases.

iii) Current increases in any Capacitor unit by 30% above the rated current (only the relevant capacitor
switch will open).

iv) Current between any of the two phases of the capacitor bank differs more than 15% of the lowest
current of the 3-phases (only the relevant capacitor switch will open).

NOTE: Normal automatic functioning of the Capacitor Bank will resume :

In the case of (i) above, after the excessive voltage hasdropped to 3.5% above the rated 12
KV.
and

In the case of (ii) above, the power transformer current imbalance between any two phases
reduces to 15%.

In case of (iii) & (iv) above, a suitable indication for the type of fault i.e. whether (iii) or (iv) above
will be provided on ACU Panel and the capacitor bank will not get automatically switched ON again
till the faulty condition is attended to and ACU is reset for its normal operation.

17. MONITORING FACILITY

A suitable ammeter with a selector switch to indicate the capacitor current in each phases of
the capacitor bank shall be provided on the ACU panel inside the
control room. Indicating lamps will also be provided to indicate ON & OFF status of each capacitor
switch.

18. CONTROL POWER

The D.C. control voltage for operation of the ACU shall be taken from sub-
station battery. The standard D.C. control voltages at the 33/11KV Sub-station and 66/11KV Sub-
stations are 24 Volts and 110V respectively.

Note: The purchaser will clearly specify the battery voltage if voltage other than that specified
above is to be adopted.

19. TEMPERATURE VARIATION

The control equipment and associated circuitry shall be suitable for operation in a temperature range
of 00 C to (+) 550C.

20. PROTECTION OF ACU

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Besides in-built protection against line surges and transient over voltages, suitable fuses shall
be provided for protection against over current. The ACU shall remain fully functional during and
after line surges and transient over voltage.

21. CONTROL UNIT CASING

Except for the terminals, the Automatic Control Unit shall be enclosed in a suitable casing so as to
avoid ingress of dust.

C. 11 KV AUTOMATIC CAPACITOR SWITCH

22. SCOPE
This specification covers 11KV, 50Hz, out-door type automatic capacitor switches suitable
for switching capacitor banks of 600 KVAR and 1200 KVAR ratings or any other higher rating
specified.

23. APPLICABLE STANDARDS

Unless otherwise stipulated in this specification the capacitor switch shall comply with the latest
version of IS:9920 (AC Switches for voltages above 1000V).

24. RATED VOLTAGE

The rated voltage for the capacitor switch shall be 12KV. This represents the highest system
voltage corresponding to the nominal system voltage of 11KV.

25. RATED CURRENT

The standard rated normal current shall be 200A.

26. RATED CAPACITIVE SWITCHING CURRENT

The rated capacitive switching current shall not be less than 100 A.

Note : The capability of the switch shall also take into account the parallel switching of capacitor
bank steps.

27. RATED SHORT TIME CURRENT

The rated short time symmetrical current for 1 second shall be 10KA (rms A.C. component).

28. RATED MAKING CURRENT

The rated making current shall be 2.5 times the rms value of the a.c. component of rated short time
capacity.

29. BASIC IMPULSE LEVEL (BIL)

The rated basic impulse level of switch to earth as also across the open terminals shall be 75 KV.

30. CONTROL SUPPLY

The control power for closing the switch shall be 230V single phase AC supply. The closing
mechanism shall be suitable for a voltage variation of (+) 10% to (-) 20%.

31. DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

31.1 Type
The switches shall be of either vacuum or SF6 type.

31.2 The capacitor switches shall be of three phase construction and shall be suitable for remote operation.

31.3 The capacitor switch shall be suitable for outdoor installation and shall have sealed weather proof type
construction.

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31.4 The capacitor switch shall be provided with a mechanical indicator to show whether the contact is in
open/closed position, locally, as also through indication on the ACU panel. Provision shall also be
made for manual closing and opening.

31.5 The metallic enclosure of the capacitor switch shall be provided with two earthing terminals marked
with the earth symbol.

31.6 The bushings provided on the switch shall have clamp type of terminals to directly receive aluminium
conductors up to 10mm diameter in both horizontal and vertical
directions. The terminal arrangement shall be such as to avoid bimetallic corrosion.

32. OPERATING MECHANISM

The operating mechanism shall be either solenoid or motor charged spring for which the control
supply shall be as per clause 30.

33. MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL ENDURANCE

The switch shall be capable of performing not less than 10,000 mechanical operations and 10,000
electrical operations at 100A capacitive current without getting damaged.

34. MARKING
The capacitor switch shall be provided with a legible and indelibly marked name plate with the
following :
a) Name of the manufacturer,
b) Type, designation and serial number.
c) Rated voltage and current.
d) Rated frequency.
e) Number of poles.
f) Rated short time current (symmetrical).
g) Rated making current.
h) Rated capacitive switching current.

35. TESTS
The switch shall be subjected to the following tests in accordance with the IS:9920 (Part-IV).

35.1 Type Tests

a) Tests to verify the insulation level, including withstand tests at power frequency voltages
on auxiliary equipment.
b) Tests to prove that the temperature rise of any part does not exceed the specified values.
c) Making and breaking tests including tests for the rated capacitive current
d) Tests to prove the capability of the switch to carry the rated short time current.
e) Tests to prove satisfactory operation and mechanical/electrical endurance.
f) Tests to provide satisfactory operation under ice conditions.
35.2 Routine Tests
a) Power frequency voltage dry tests.
b) Voltage tests for auxiliary circuits.
c) Measurement of the resistance of the main circuits.
d) Tests to prove satisfactory operation.

D. AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT

36. CURRENT TRANSFORMER

The current transformers of suitable current ratio and burden for measuring the capacitor current
shall form part of the equipment to be supplied. These CTs shall form either an integral part of
capacitor switches or may be of separate outdoor type.

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The accuracy class for the purpose of measuring the current shall be 1.0.

37. HRC FUSES

Suitable outdoor type 11KV HRC fuses along with the mounting insulators etc. to provide proper
protection for the entire installation (and also HRC fuses for protection of individual
capacitor bank step where internal fuses for capacitors are not provided) shall form part of the
equipment to be supplied. The rupturing capacity of the fuses shall be 12.5 KA.

38. SURGE ARRESTERS

5 KA, 9 KV metal oxide surge arrestor, conforming to REC Specification of 11KV and 33 KV Metal
Oxide Lighting Arrester shall be used for the entire capacitor bank for each transformer and will form
part of the equipment to be supplied.

39. INRUSH SUPRESSION SERIES REACTOR (I SSR)

Suitable Inrush Suppression Series Reactors shall be provided on each capacitor Bank steps to limit
the inrush current due to parallel switching within a safe limits.

40. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM

A Schematic diagram showing typical arrangement of 11KV automatically switched capacitor
bank for a 5 MVA transformer at 33/11 KV sub-station is given in the Annexure.

41. INSTALLATION OPERATION & MAINTENANCE

The supplier shall provide :
i) Necessary manual on installation, operation and maintenance as also the schedule for routine testing
or check ups of all the equipment covered by the installation.
ii) List of recommended spares indicating prices and specialised test equipments required for routine
testing of the system.

42. GUIDANCE FOR PROCUREMENT

The entire equipment covered in this specification shall be covered as a single package to avoid the
problem of mismatching and responsibility for maintenance etc.

43. WARRANTY
The supplier shall guarantee satisfactory performance of the complete capacitor bank installation for
a period of 18 months from the date of supply or 12 months from the date of commissioning,
whichever is earlier. During the warranty period, all repairs/replacements shall be carried out free of
cost.

44. INSPECTION
All tests and inspection shall be made at the place of manufacture unless otherwise especially agreed
upon by the manufacturer and the purchaser at the time of purchase. The manufacturer shall afford
the inspector representing the purchaser, all reasonable facilities, without charge, to satisfy
him that the material being supplied is in accordance with the specification.
The purchaser has the right to get the tests carried out at his own cost by an independent agency,
whenever there is a dispute regarding the quality of supply.

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The drawing is typ, bidder to follow specification.

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