How to shrink three-phase AC high voltage substation and optimize cost and space

Nowadays, when every cent is essential when building a substation, it is imperative to optimize each HV equipment without compromising functionality. This technical article deals with a few solutions to… Read more

Jul 06, 2020 | Edvard

The impact of interconnection transformer on the protection of the utility system with DG

Interconnection transformers are used to interface a distribution generation (DG) unit with an existing power system, and to provide the necessary isolation. Utilities recommend using an interconnection transformer to eliminate… Read more

Jun 03, 2020 | Edvard

Transformer connections you are not allowed to forget

Transformers used in a power substations or a power system could be a bank of three single phase transformers connected in either star/delta or star/star etc., or could be a… Read more

May 20, 2020 | Edvard

Practical tips for the protection of generators and power transformers

There are usually several ways of protecting HV/MV generators and transformers. It should be noted that one protection relay is often used for several functions, for example, an overcurrent relay…...

PREMIUM Membership Required

This content is available for Premium members only. Get access to premium HV/MV/LV technical articles, electrical engineering guides and research studies.
Apply a 20% discount code 99AF8 for a 1-year plan! Login ♛Sign Up ♛

Apr 17, 2020 | Edvard

Best relay protection practices applied to shunt reactors, capacitors, SVCs and STATCOMs

This technical article explains the protection practices applied to shunt reactors and capacitors as well as to static var compensators (SVCs) and static compensators (STATCOMs). Dry-type and oil-immersed reactors usually… Read more

Mar 11, 2020 | Edvard

An overview of transformer connections and diagrams in the electric power system

Power transformers are used extensively by traditional electric utility companies, power plants, and industrial plants. This technical article summarizes the basic types, connections, and diagrams of transformers needed for analyzing…...

PREMIUM Membership Required

This content is available for Premium members only. Get access to premium HV/MV/LV technical articles, electrical engineering guides and research studies.
Apply a 20% discount code 99AF8 for a 1-year plan! Login ♛Sign Up ♛

Mar 05, 2020 | Edvard

The art of transformer maintenance, inspection and repair (recommended practices)

The primary purpose of transformer maintenance is to ensure the internal and external parts of the transformer and accessories are kept in good condition and “fit for purpose” and able… Read more

Feb 10, 2020 | Edvard

Eight criteria you should consider when choosing the right MV/LV transformer type

Although there are few common-sense rules that every electrical engineer follow when choosing the transformer type, it’s always a good idea to name the most important of them. This technical… Read more

Jan 29, 2020 | Edvard

IEC and NEMA/IEEE ratings of current transformers (CTs) in medium voltage applications

First, let’s remind ourselves of the basics in a few sentences. That is something you must know. A current transformer (CT) is designed to produce a secondary current which is… Read more

Jan 20, 2020 | Edvard

Notes in preparation of an MV/LV substation civil drawings and construction layout

MV/LV substations are not only a point of supply but also provide a means of network isolation in the event of faults or emergencies. In that manner, a detailed substation…...

PREMIUM Membership Required

This content is available for Premium members only. Get access to premium HV/MV/LV technical articles, electrical engineering guides and research studies.
Apply a 20% discount code 99AF8 for a 1-year plan! Login ♛Sign Up ♛

Dec 05, 2019 | Edvard

Four special connections of current transformers in relay protection applications

As you should already know, current transformers are used for metering and relay protection purposes. When we are talking about current transformers used for metering, their performance is of interest… Read more

Dec 02, 2019 | Edvard

4 electrical quantities you MUST fully understand to select the right cast-resin transformer

This the basic question, but it’s important to start from the scratch. Well, distribution transformers link the MV to the LV system and step down the electrical power to be… Read more

Nov 13, 2019 | Edvard

12 on-site checks to inspect the transformer’s health

On-site inspection of the substation transformer usually exposes important condition changes and it initiates various suspicions that need to be investigated in detail. As with any other substation equipment, many… Read more

Nov 11, 2019 | Edvard

Pre-commissioning checks and tests of high voltage current transformers (CTs)

Once erection is completed, various pre-commissioning checks and tests are performed to ensure the healthiness of the switchyard equipment prior to their energization. This technical article explains various major electrical… Read more

Oct 02, 2019 | Edvard

Testing and commissioning of HV power transformers, circuit breakers, CTs and VTs

As you already know, substations are the points for controlling the supply of power on different routes by means of various equipment such as power transformers, circuit breakers, CTs/VTs, compensating… Read more

Sep 11, 2019 | Edvard