Energy and Power
Rules for power distribution in LV switchgear and protection of branch / distributed lines
In designing a power distribution concept, encompassing the sizing of systems and devices, it is essential to align the requirements and feasibility with both the end user and the manufacturer. The appropriate sizing of low-voltage switchgear necessitates an understanding of… Read more
Sep 20, 2017 | By Edvard Csanyi
Power Substation
Dangerous magnetic field exposure near transformer substation in the building
Transformer substations located close to the living areas could induce high long-term exposures to extremely low frequency magnetic fields of nearby inhabitants. Some of the researches have shown increased risk to childhood leukemia associated with the long term exposure to… Read more
May 05, 2017 | By Edvard Csanyi
Power Substation
Fundamental overcurrent, distance and differential protection principles
The aim of this technical article is to cover the most important principles of four fundamental relay protections: overcurrent, directional overcurrent, distance and differential for transmission lines, power transformers and busbars. Contents: Principle of overcurrent protection Principle of directional overcurrent protection… Read more
Dec 26, 2016 | By Edvard Csanyi
Low Voltage
Why busbar trunking system is a space saving solution worth every penny
As line distribution boards, busbar trunking system (BTS) also belongs to the group of switchgear assemblies documented in IEC 61439 (VDE 0660-600). Apart from the general requirements of IEC 61439-1 (VDE 0660-600-1), the required product features of busbar trunking system… Read more
Aug 17, 2016 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
Why I prefer busbar trunking systems more than cables
When a planning concept for power supply is developed, it is not only imperative to observe standards and regulations, it is also important to discuss and clarify economic and technical interrelations (cables and/or busbar trunking systems depending on situations). The… Read more
Jan 30, 2016 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
Eight Most Common Schemes To Supply MV Switchboard
Medium voltage networks are made up of switchboards and the connections feeding them. Let’s take a look at the eight different supply modes of these medium voltage switchboards. We’ll start with the main power supply solutions of an MV switchboard, regardless… Read more
Oct 23, 2015 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
5 copper busbar jointing methods you should know
Efficient joints in copper busbar conductors can be made very simply by: Bolting Clamping Riveting Soldering Welding Bolting and clamping are used extensively on-site. Shaped busbars may be prefabricated by using friction stir welding. Bolted joints are formed by overlapping… Read more
Jun 17, 2015 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
Methods Of Securing LV Circuit Breakers
Circuit breakers are typically secured in place by one of the following methods: Through bolts Bolted to the bus Stab locked to the bus or some type of receptacle connection Din rail mounted When a longer service life breaker is… Read more
Aug 11, 2014 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
Electromagnetic stresses on a busbar system and methods of reducing
When a conductor carries a current it creates a magnetic field which interacts with any other magnetic field present to produce a force. When the currents flowing in two adjacent conductors are in the same direction the force is one… Read more
Apr 02, 2014 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
Electrical Thumb Rules You MUST Follow (4)
Continued from: Electrical Thumb Rules You MUST Follow (Part 3) Substation Capacity and Short Circuit Current Capacity (As per GERC) Substation Capacity and Short Circuit Current Capacity (As per Central Electricity Authority) Minimum Ground Clearance and Fault Clearing Time Busbar… Read more
Nov 15, 2013 | By Jignesh Parmar
Energy and Power
MCset – Air Insulated Switchgear with SF6 CB
MCset is Schneider Electric‘s AIS – Air Insulated Switchgear (indoor metal-enclosed device) intended for the MV section of HV/MV substations and high power MV/MV substations up to 24kV. Main component of MCset is circuit breaker which is SF6 type. MCset – Air… Read more
May 31, 2013 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
Substation Switching Schemes
This technical article is intended to provide description and comparison of single line options for a DESN substation. The goal is to provide an analytical comparison for all options so that one can select the optimum solution considering cost, reliability,… Read more
Jun 26, 2012 | By Edvard Csanyi
Cables
Copper or aluminium? Which one to use and when?
Apart from their electrical conductivity, the other technologically important properties of copper and aluminium differ so significantly (density is an obvious example) that their areas of application are and have always been clearly distinct. And not a lot has changed… Read more
Mar 16, 2012 | By Edvard Csanyi
Medium Voltage
ABB MV Switchgear – Single Busbar Or Double Busbar?
Most switchgear installations used in industry with normal service conditions are based on single busbar arrangements. Compared to double busbar switchgear, single busbar switchgear is definitely easier to use, readily understood by operators, requires less space, and the total cost of installation… Read more
Jan 03, 2012 | By Edvard Csanyi
Medium Voltage
PIX metal-clad switchgear – Schneider Electric
The PIX metal-clad switchboards are extensible on both sides and consist of modular functional units, linked by a busbar, and connected to the substation earth via an earthing bus. The cubicles are subdivided by metal partitions into four separate compartments,… Read more
Mar 21, 2011 | By Edvard Csanyi
