Bus Differential Fault-Waveform Analysis
In this article an actual fault waveform captured on high impedance bus differential relay at 13.2 kV is discussed. Fault…
How to select taps for multi ratio current transformer?
Multi ratio current transformers (CT) allow users to pick current transformation ratio needed for specific application from a given CT.…
Transformer Short Circuit Test
Short circuit test is performed on a transformer to measure the equivalent series resistance and reactance. Series resistance provides information…
Ground Potential Rise, Step and Touch Potential
Ground Potential Rise [GPR] Ground potential Rise (GPR) per IEEE Std 80 is defined as “The maximum electrical potential that…
What is KNAN / KNAF transformer?
KNAN is a transformer that uses less flammable non-mineral oil such as silicone oil, synthetic ester or natural ester (FR3)…
Types of Transformer Cooling
Power transformers can have different kVA depending on the type of cooling method used. Heat is one of the main…
How to identify Capacitor switching transients?
Power capacitor bank switching at utility or industrial power system can lead to current and voltage transients and can be…
Line Protection Using Impedance (Distance) Relays
When a system has too many radial lines protection using time delay overcurrent relay becomes impractical. Time delay for relay…
Magnetic Circuit for Power Engineers
Terminology: Magnetic Flux: The total flow of a field is called its flux. Example total light emitted from a source…
Positive and Zero Sequence Impedance of Cable
Positive, Negative and Zero sequence impedance values of cable systems are needed for performing fault current calculations and other power…