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3-Phase Distribution Transformers 13.8 kv or 33 kV/415-240V

(Outdoor Type)
1. SCOPE:

i) This specification covers design, engineering, manufacture, assembly, stage testing, inspection
and testing before supply and delivery at site of oil immersed, naturally cooled 3-phase 11
kV/433 - 250 V and 33 kV/433-250 V distribution transformers for outdoor use.

ii) The equipment shall conform in all respects to high standards of engineering, design and
workmanship and shall be capable of performing in continuous commercial operation, in a
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 equipment 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 bidder‟ s supply irrespective of whether those are specifically brought out in
this specification and / or the commercial order or not.

iii) The transformer and accessories shall be designed to facilitate operation, inspection,
maintenance and repairs. The design shall incorporate every precaution and provision for the
safety of equipment as well as staff engaged in operation and maintenance of equipment.

iv) All outdoor apparatus, including bushing insulators with their mountings, shall be designed so as
to avoid any accumulation of water.

2 STANDARD RATINGS:

The standard ratings shall be 16, 25, 63, 100,160, 200, 250, 315, 400, 500, 630, 1000, 1250,
1600, 2000 and 2500 kVA for 11 kV distribution transformers and 100, 160, 200, 315, 400, 500,
630, 1000, 1250, 1600,2000, 2500 kVA for 33 kV distribution transformers.

3 STANDARDS:

3.1 The major materials used in the transformer shall conform in all respects to the
relevant/specified Indian Standards and international Standards with latest amendments thereof
as on bid opening date, unless otherwise specified herein. Some of the applicable Indian
Standards are listed as hereunder:
3.2
Indian Title International
Standards Standards
IS -2026 Specification for Power Transformers IEC 76
IS 1180 (Part-I): Outdoor Type Oil Immersed Distribution Transformers
2014 upto and including 2500kVA, 33kV-Specification
IS 12444 Specification for Copper wire rod ASTM B-49
IS-335 Specification for Transformer/Mineral Oil IEC Pub 296
IS-5 Specification for colors for ready mixed paints
IS -104 Ready mixed paint, brushing zinc chromate, priming
IS-2099 Specification for high voltage porcelain bushing
IS-649 Testing for steel sheets and strips and magnetic circuits
IS- 3024 Cold rolled grain oriented electrical sheets and strips
IS - 4257 Dimensions for clamping arrangements for bushings
IS - 7421 Specification for Low Voltage bushings
IS - 3347 Specification for Outdoor Bushings DIN 42531 to 33
IS - 5484 Specification for Al Wire rods ASTM B - 233
IS - 9335 Specification for Insulating Kraft Paper IEC 554
IS - 1576 Specification for Insulating Press Board IEC 641
IS - 6600 Guide for loading of oil Immersed Transformers IEC 76

IS - 2362 Determination of water content in oil for porcelain

bushing of transformer
IS - 6162 Paper covered Aluminium conductor
IS - 6160 Rectangular Electrical conductor for electrical machines
IS - 5561 Electrical power connector
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IS - 6103 Testing of specific resistance of electrical insulating
liquids
IS - 6262 Method of test for power factor and dielectric constant of
electrical insulating liquids
IS - 6792 Determination of electrical strength of insulating oil
IS - 10028 Installation and maintenance of transformers.

4 SERVICE CONDITIONS:

The Distribution Transformers to be supplied against this Specification shall be suitable for satisfactory
continuous operation under the following climatic conditions as per IS 2026 (Part - I).

i) Location : At various locations in the country

ii) Maximum ambient air temperature (0C) : 50

iii) Minimum ambient air temperature (0C) : -5

iv) Maximum average daily ambient air temperature (0C): 40

v) Maximum yearly weighted average : 32

ambient temperature(0C)

vi) Maximum altitude above sea level (Meters) : To be specified by the user

Note:

1. The climatic conditions specified above are indicative and can be changed by the user as per
requirements.

2. The equipment shall generally be for use in moderately hot and humid tropical climate,
conducive to rust and fungus growth unless otherwise specified.

5 PRINCIPAL PARAMETERS:

The transformers shall be suitable for outdoor installation with three phase, 50 Hz, 11 kV or 33 kV
system in which the neutral is effectively earthed and they should be suitable for service with
fluctuations in supply voltage upto plus 12.5% to minus 12.5%.

(i) The transformers shall conform to the following specific parameters :

Sl.No. Item 13.8 kV Distribution 33 kV Distribution

Transformers Transformers

1 System voltage (Max.) 13.8 36 kV

kV
2 Rated Voltage (HV) 13.8 33 kV
kV

3 Rated Voltage (LV) 433 - 250 V* 433 - 250 V*

4 Frequency 50 Hz +/- 5%* 50 Hz +/- 5%

5 No. of Phases Three Three