Medium Voltage
Coordination analysis for a typical 13 kV distribution feeder of several lines
A typical 13 kV feeder of several lines at a distribution substation is shown in Figure 1. This is supplied from a 115 kV line through a 15/20/25 MVA transformer… Read more
Oct 01, 2018 | By Edvard Csanyi
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Nine topologies of medium voltage ring-main systems you should know about
Power systems are constructed can be operated as radial systems, ring-main systems or meshed systems. This technical article deals with nine most common topologies of ring-main systems, their characteristics and…...
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Jul 27, 2018 | By Edvard Csanyi
Low Voltage
Selection of relay for incoming and outgoing feeders for MV and LV MCC switchgear
Selection of proper relay is one of the most important stages to have a reliable network. In this article, selection of relay for incoming and outgoing feeders for LV switchgear… Read more
Jul 02, 2018 | By Edvard Csanyi
Medium Voltage
Current and voltage transformers (CTs and VTs) as protection’s eyes and ears
The CTs (current transformers) and VTs (voltage transformers) are provided in the plants to reduce the voltage and current values of the plant to values such as to be able… Read more
Jun 20, 2018 | By Edvard Csanyi
Low Voltage
MV/LV Power Substations Design and Schematics Notes (Network Supply and Enclosure Types)
Early consultation with the local Electricity Distributor is essential for agreement on a mutually approved MV/LV substation to act as the intake point for a particular site. This consultation is… Read more
Jun 11, 2018 | By Edvard Csanyi
Low Voltage
Design of primary and secondary power distribution in car manufacturing plants (BMW, VW…)
When power supply systems for car manufacturing plant are planned, each individual problem can be faced in various ways: by means of technical solutions that feature specific technical advantages. This… Read more
May 30, 2018 | By Edvard Csanyi
Medium Voltage
The Most Important Tests For Medium Voltage Metal-Enclosed Switchgear (You SHOULD Perform)
The design of the insulation system for metal-enclosed switchgear is based upon life expectancy of about 30 years. However, environmental conditions such as dirt, moisture, and corrosive atmosphere can shorten… Read more
Mar 28, 2018 | By Edvard Csanyi
Medium Voltage
Design and Installation of Medium Voltage Switchgear (Facts You MUST Know)
When specifying and planning medium voltage switchgear for a substation, functions and influencing factors must be matched and an economically efficient solution must be found among the offerings of manufacturers…. Read more
Mar 26, 2018 | By Edvard Csanyi
High Voltage
Circuit configurations (single line diagrams) for HV and MV switchgear installations
The starting point for planning a switchgear installation is its single line diagram. This indicates the extent of the installation, such as the number of busbars and branches, and also… Read more
Jan 22, 2018 | By Edvard Csanyi
Medium Voltage
How to specify real service conditions for LV/MV equipment inside a substation
The various service conditions for the MV equipment inside substation are linked to the design of the installation, the design of the operating room, the site and the application surrounding… Read more
Sep 13, 2017 | By Edvard Csanyi
High Voltage
Main circuit breaker types from 1000 V MCB to 1000 kV dead tank breaker
This technical article discusses two important circuit breaker classifications – by voltage level (from low to medium and high voltage) and secondly by technology (extinguishing method or medium that insulates… Read more
Sep 06, 2017 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
MV network diagrams for feeding secondary switchboards and MV/LV transformers
Let’s take a look at the main MV network diagrams and structures used to feed secondary switchboards and MV/LV transformers. The complexity of the diagrams differs, depending on the level… Read more
Aug 04, 2017 | By Edvard Csanyi
Medium Voltage
The basics of capacitor banks protection
As you already know, capacitor banks are normally used in medium voltage networks to generate reactive power to industries etc. Capacitor banks are, almost always, equipped with a series reactors… Read more
Jul 07, 2017 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
System earthings and incidents on MV side that result in LV disturbances
Low voltage networks, unless a replacement uninterruptible power supply (with galvanic insulation) or a LV/LV transformer is used, are influenced by MV. This influence takes the form of: capacitive coupling, galvanic… Read more
Jun 30, 2017 | By Edvard Csanyi
High Voltage
Three abnormal situations leading to an uncontrolled release of SF6 gas
This technical article deals with the assessment of risk to personnel in the case of an abnormal situation leading to an uncontrolled release of SF6 gas into the atmosphere. Generally… Read more
Jun 28, 2017 | By Edvard Csanyi
