Current Transformer of Different Ratio

WEST BENGAL STATE ELECTRICITY DISTRIBUTION COMPANY LIMITED
(A Govt. of West Bengal Enterprise)

Office of the Chief Engineer : Procurement & Contracts Department
Vidyut Bhavan (4th Floor) : Bidhannagar : Block-DJ, Sector-II, Kolkata-700 091
WBSEDCL Phone No. 033-2359-8397 : Fax No. 033-2359-1921 / e-mail -materialcontroller@yahoo.co.in
CIN- U40109WB2007SGC113473, website: www.wbsedcl.in
Technical Specification For 33 KV, Single Phase, Dead Tank Type

Out Door Current Transformer Of Different Ratio
1.0 SCOPE :
This section covers the design, manufacturing, assembly, testing at the
manufacturer’s works, supply & delivery of Current Transformers as specified in
Schedule-A for protection and metering system in three phase power network of
WBSEDCL.
2.0 STANDARD :
The Current Transformers and accessories covered by this specification
shall comply with the requirement of the latest edition of the following standards
unless otherwise stated in this Specification.
IS / IEC Title
IS : 2705 (Part-I-IV) : Specification for Current Transformers.
IEC : 185, IEC-60044 : Current Transformers.
IS : 4201 : Application guide for Current Transformers.
IS : 2099 : Specification for HV porcelain bushings.
IS : 5621 : Specification for porcelain hollow insulator.
IS : 335 : Specification for new insulation oil for Transformers
and Switchgears
IS : 8603 : Specification for Dimension for Porcelain Transformer
Bushing for use in heavily polluted area.
IS : 3347 : Specification for Dimension for Porcelain Transformer
Bushing for use in normal and lightly polluted area.
IS : 2633 : Specification for method for testing uniformity of
coating on Zinc coated articles.
IS : 5561 : Specification for Electrical Power Connectors
IS : 2147 : Specification for Degree of Protection
Equipments meeting the requirement of any other authoritative standards other

than ISS which ensure equal or better quality shall also be acceptable. The salient
points of difference between the standard opted and the ISS standard given shall be
brought out in the tender along with a copy of relevant portions of the said standard.
3.0 GENERAL CLIMATIC AND ISOCERAUNIC CONDITION OF SITE :

The climatic and isoceraunic conditions at site are given below :
(a) Max. Ambient temp : 45 0 C
(b) Minimum ambient temp. : 4 0C
(c) Maximum relative humidity : 100%
(d) Average number of thunderstorm day per annum. : 75
(e) Max. No. of rainy days/annum : 120 days
(f) Average Rainfall : 1000 mm. to 3000 mm.
(g) Max. Wind pressure/wind speed : 150 Kg. Per Mtr. sq
(h) Height above sea level (m )not exceeding : 1000

(i) Earthquake acceleration horizontal seismic co-efficient : As per IS:1893(1984)
For Class-III & IV Zones
4.0 DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION OF CURRENT TRANSFORMERS :
The design features and construction details of Current Transformer shall be

in accordance with the requirement stipulated in Schedule – A :
4.1 General requirement :

4.1.1 The Current Transformers shall be completed in all respects and shall
conform to the modern practice of design and manufacture.
4.1.2 The Current Transformers shall be of low Reactance outdoor type, Single
Phase, 50 Hz, mounted in oil filled, self cooled, shaded porcelain bushing ,
suitable for operation under the service conditions as specified in the
general condition of site without protection from sun, rain & dust.
4.1.3 The maximum permissible temperature rise of the Current Transformer

winding with rated continuous primary current at rated frequency and burden
over an ambient temperature should be as per IS : 2705 ( Part-I) : 1992,
considering ambient temperature 40 ° Celsius for design purpose.
4.1.4. The Current Transformers shall be suitable for up right mounting on steel
structures and shall preferably be suitable for horizontal transportation.
Necessary flanges, bolts,clamps fittings etc. for base of CT shall be
arranged by the manufacturer to match with WBSEDCL’s standard base
structure. Fixing Hole center to center distance in ‘X’ & ‘Y’ direction shall
be 330 mm. ( ± 5 mm by slotted holes ).
4.1.5. The CT shall be complete with all accessories like terminal connectors,
weather proof terminal box for secondary connection, lifting lugs,
grounding terminals, oil level gauge glass, filling and draining plugs and
name plate.
4.1.6. The CT shall be oil immersed type provided with Class-A insulation. The
design and construction of CTs shall be sufficient to withstand the thermal
and mechanical stresses resulting from the specified short circuit currents.
4.1.7. The core of the CTs shall be high grade non-ageing, silicon laminated steel
of low hysteresis loss and high permeability to ensure high accuracy
confirming to IS:3024. The core material used for metering shall be stated
in tender.
4.1.8. The exciting current shall be as low as possible and the CTs shall be capable
of maintaining its rated accuracy at different burdens and saturation limits.
4.1.9. CT characteristics shall be such as to provide satisfactory performance for

burdens ranging from at least 25% to 100% of rated burden in case of
metering CT cores and knee point voltage in case of Protection Special CT
core.
4.1.10.Necessary markings for connections shall be marked on each CT and load

terminations at the associated terminal block. Provision shall be provided
for short circuiting and grounding of CT secondary at the terminal blocks.
4.1.11. The CT secondary terminals shall be brought out in a weather proof

secondary terminal box. The secondary terminal box shall be fixed in the
P2 side of CT.
4.1.12. The oil immersed type CT shall be hermetically sealed to eliminate

breathing and to prevent ingression of air and moisture from the
environment. Each CT shall be provided with oil level gauge, which can
be read from the ground level and a pressure-releasing device to just
release the abnormal internal pressure.
If any inert gas is used particulars of gas above oil and means of
separation of oil from gas to be indicated.
4.1.13 Oil level indicator should be fixed in such a position so that oil level
should confirm that the Primary studs inside the CT are emerged in oil.
4.1.14. The CT secondary to be used for metering and instruments shall be of

accuracy class and ISF as specified. The saturation factor of this core
shall be low enough so as not cause any damage to measuring
instruments in the event of maximum short circuit current.
4.1.15. The CT secondary to be used for protective relaying purpose shall be of

accuracy class as specified. The magnetization curve of the cores shall be
furnished with tender.
4.1.16. The ratio changing arrangement shall be provided on secondary side of

the CT. Terminal marking for connections shall be marked on both
primary and secondary terminals of each CT.
4.1.17. Above oil immersed type CTs must be Dead Tank type.
4.1.18. Primary & Secondary windings shall be of copper. Size, No. of Turns etc
are to be mentioned in GA drawing in line with Short Circuit Test Report.
4.1.19. C.T. Stud sizes shall be as follows :
a ) Primary Terminal : Primary Stud of the CT will be of plain solid

round(threading is not required) with Tin
Plate Electrolytic Copper having minimum
Diameter of 30 mm (negative tolerance is not
allowed) and minimum outside length of 80
mm.
b ) Secondary Terminal : M8 type with 70 mm long Nickel Plated Brass
with suitable size along with suitable nuts &
washers.
4.2 BUSHING :
4.2.1. Porcelain bushing conforming to latest edition of IS:8603 & IS:3347

shall be used for the CT.
4.2.2. Cast metal end caps for the bushing shall be of high strength & made of
brass.
They shall have smooth surface to prevent discharge taking place
between the metal parts and porcelain as a result of ionisation.
4.2.3. The insulation of bushings shall be co-ordinated with that of the current
transformer such that the flashover, if any will occur only external to
the CT.
4.2.4. Each of the primary terminals shall be complete with suitable rigid type
terminal connector suitable for CT Stud to ACSR Panther.
4.2.5. Each of the porcelain bushing shall have Creepage distance for specified
voltage class.
4.3 TERMINAL CONNECTORS :
4.3.1. The primary terminal connector shall be made of Aluminium alloy.

4.3.2. All castings of connectors shall be free from blow holes, surface
blisters,cracks and cavities. All sharp edges or corners shall be rounded
off.
4.3.3. No part of the connectors shall be less than 10 mm. thick.
4.3.4. All ferrous parts shall be hot dip galvanised conforming to IS:2633.
4.3.5. Bi-metallic strips and sleeves, if require, shall be provided loose of
about 2 mm.thickness as a part of connector.
4.3.6. All current carrying parts of the connectors shall have minimum
contact resistance.
4.3.7. Connectors shall be corona controlled and shall conform to IS:5561.
4.3.8. Connectors shall conform to type test as well as to routine test as per
IS:5561.
4.3.9. Connectors shall be suitable for connection with ACSR ‘PANTHER’
to CT terminal along with suitable nuts bolts & washers.
4.4 GROUNDING TERMINALS :
Two grounding terminals on diagonally opposite sides of adequate

size suitable for connecting M.S. Flat of size of 50 mm. x 6 mm.
4.5 SECONDARY TERMINAL BOX :
4.5.1. All secondary terminals shall be brought out in a compartment on P2

side of each current transformer for easy access.
4.5.2. The exterior of this terminal box shall be hot-dip galvanized / painted
with weather proof paint.
4.5.3. The secondary terminal box shall be provided with a removable cable
gland plate at bottom for mounting cable glands of 1.1 KV grade steel
wire armored, PVC insulated PVC sheathed 4 core ( 4 sq.mm.) stranded
copper conductor cables. The cable glands shall be included within the
scope of supply. The number of cable glands are equal to number of
cores in the CT.
4.5.4. The terminal box shall be provided with a detachable cover plate in
front so as to have easy access of secondary terminals. The cover shall
have a sealing arrangement and shall be suitable to prevent ingration of
moisture and rain water.The sealing arrangement shall be done by
drilling holes in the tightening bolts of the cover. The degree of
protection shall be not less than IP-55 as per IS- 2147.
4.5.5. All terminals shall be clearly marked with identification number to

facilitate connection to external wiring with sufficient space in between.
4.6 INSULATING OIL : The insulating oil to be used for CT shall comply in
all respect with the provisions of the latest edition of IS : 335.
4.7 PAINTING :
4.7.1. C.T. Tank wherever applicable, along with top metallic shall be either
hot dip galvanized or painted. All steel surfaces shall be cleaned by sand
blasting or chemical process as required to produce a smooth surface,
free of scale, grease and dirt. Steel surfaces in contact with insulating oil
shall be painted with heat resistant oil insoluble insulating varnish.
4.7.2. External surfaces shall be given a coat of high quality red or yellow
chromate primer and finished with two coats of synthetic enamel paints
[Light Grey (colour code-631) as per IS-5] / Epoxy paint. The paints
shall not scale off or crinkle or be removed by abrasion due to normal
handling.
4.8 RATING PLATE / NAME PLATE PARTICULARS :
The name plate shall be fixed in non detachable portion of the CT. It
shall contain the following data engraved / painted on it :
a . Name of the manufacturer.
b . Purchase order reference.
c . Electrical diagram of CT.
d . Ratio, Class, Burden, STC, ISF/ALF, HSV etc.
e . Serial number
f . Year of manufacturer
g . Property label " Property of WBSEDCL"
h. Guarantee for Five Years
i . Any other information as deem feet.
The name plate diagram shall be submitted along with the drawing for
approval.
5.0 DEVIATION :
Normally the offer should be as per Technical Specification without any

deviation.But any deviation felt necessary to improve performance,
efficiency and utility of equipment must be mentioned in the ‘Deviation
Schedule’ with reasons of such deviation. Such deviation suggested
may or may not be accepted. Deviations not mentioned in Deviation
Schedule will never be considered.
6.0 TEST REPORTS AND TYPE TESTS :
The bidder shall submit complete test reports of all tests (including Type
Test) as stipulated in relevant IS/ IEC with Complete identification, date
and serial no., carried out in CPRI/ NABL accredited/ Government
recognized Test House or Laboratory on tendered item/items for each
items of identical design.
The Type Test Certificates should, however, bear the Logo

of NABL accreditation.
Copies of following type test report for each item as per latest IS / IEC,
carried out within five (5) years, from due date of tender, from CPRI,
NABL accredited/ government recognized test house or laboratory shall
be submitted along with tender documents as pre-requisites. Failing
which their offer may not be technically acceptable.
a. High voltage Power frequency wet withstand voltage test.

b. Short time current test.
c. Lightning impulse voltage withstand test
d. Temperature rise Test
e. Determination of error.
Each Type Test Report shall comply with the following information
with Test results :
I)Complete identification, date and serial no.

II)Method of application where applied, duration and interpretation of
each Test.
7.0 TESTS AT FACTORY AND TEST CERTIFICATES & ACCEPTANCE TEST :
7.1.Each CT shall comply with the requirements of Type Tests & Routine
Test as specified in relevant Part-(I-IV) of IS-2705.
7.2. All routine test at manufacturer’s works on all CTs shall be carried out
and Test Reports are to be submitted to CE, Procurement & Contract
Dept. WBSEDCL.
7.3.All Acceptance tests shall be carried out at manufacturer’s works on

every lot offered for inspection as per relevant IS in presence of the
WBSEDCL’s and Contractors’representatives. Selection of samples for
acceptance test as well as rejection and retesting shall be guided by relevant
IS. In addition to above, all routine tests are also to be carried on the
tendered items as per relevant IS. The entire cost of acceptance and routine
test that to be carried out shall be treated as included in the quoted price of
tendered items.
7.4. Six copies of test reports duly signed by the inspecting officers, shall be
submitted to the Chief Engineer, Procurement & Contract Department ,
Bidyut Bhavan (4th floor) Salt Lake, Kolkata -700091.
7.5. The manufacturer shall give at least 21(twenty one) days advance
notice intimating the actual date of inspection and details of all tests that
are to be carried out, to the CE Distribution Testing Department,
WBSEDCL with a copy to SE ( Inspection ) P&C Dept.WBSEDCL.
8.0 TYPE TESTS ( after issuance of order ) :
Besides submission of Type test Report, carried out within five years as
per tender specification, Type Test at the discretion of Ordering
authority, shall have to be arranged by the successful Bidder from any
lot offered for inspection, sample chosen at random after successful

routine test by our inspection team, as per relevant ISS from CPRI/
NABL accredited/ Government recognized Test House or Laboratory in
presence of WBSEDCL’S representative.However the necessary cost of
the type test Charges will be reimbursed to the party on production of
necessary supporting documents.
9. ACCEPTANCE TEST :
The following Acceptance tests shall be carried out at manufacturer’s

works on every lot offered for inspection as per relevant IS in presence
of the WBSEDCL’s and Contractors’ representatives. Selection of
samples for acceptance test as well as rejection and retesting shall be
guided by relevant IS. In addition to above, all routine tests are also to be
carried on the tendered items as per relevant IS. The entire cost of
acceptance and routine test that to be carried out shall be treated as
included in the quoted price of tendered items.
9.1. Visual checking and verification of dimension including verification

of terminal marking and polarity.
9.2. Determination of errors and other characteristics as per
specification
9.3. power Frequency voltage withstand test on both primary &
secondary winding.
10.0 DRAWINGS :
10.1. The bidder shall submit to WBSEDCL the following tender purpose
drawing along with tender documents. The drawings in line with tender
specification shall also to be submitted after issuance of order for
approval :
10.2. General outline dimension drawing of current transformers furnishing

front and side elevation top and bottom plan views, showing all
accessories, mounting arrangement on steel structures, spacing and size
of the bolts, details of expansion chamber, total and protective creepage
distance of bushing, electrical diagram for primary and secondary
windings with polarity mark, technical arrangement for secondary
terminal box, size of primary terminals,grounding terminals and lifting
lugs, quantity of insulating oil, net and shipping weight, shipping
dimension, fixing hole centre dimensions etc.
10.3 Magnetisation characteristics curve of the protection core of the CT

furnishing knee point voltage and secondary winding resistance, rise etc.
10.4. It should be noted that :
10.4.1. All notes and legends of the drawings shall be furnished

in English and all dimensions shall be marked in metric
units. Purchase Order No. shall be mentioned in the
drawings.
10.4.2. Equipment shall be manufactured as per approved
drawings.
10.4.3. Terminal Connectors & Bushings.
10.4.4. Four sets of approved drawings shall be submitted for
our record. One set of drawing to be sent to each
Consignee.
11.0. INSTRUCTION MANUALS :
Four bound copies of instruction manuals and literatures of the CTs in

English language shall be supplied to the purchaser and one set for each
consignee prior to despatch of CTs. The manuals shall contain the
following :
a.A brief description of CT furnishing the constructional features.

b.Instruction for handling, storing, erection, commissioning and operation
and maintenance of C.Ts.
c.General outline drawing of the C.Ts along with all components and
accessories.
d.Marked erection points identifying the component parts of C.T.
e.Detailed dimensions assembly and description of all accessories.
f.Detailed views of Core, winding assembly, winding connections and its
tapping.
g.List of spares and other necessary information for C.Ts.
h.A set of approved test certificate.
Schedule – ‘A’
Specific Technical particulars of 33 KV Outdoor Type Current Transformer
Sl. No. Description Particulars
1. Rated system voltage 33KV
2. Highest system voltage 36KV
3. Applicable Standard IS:2705-1992 (Part -I-IV)/IEC- 185,IEC-60044
4. System neutral earthing Non-effectively earthed
5. System freq. 50HZ
6. Extended current rating 120% maximum
7. Installation Outdoor
8. Class of Insulation A
9. Type Single phase Outdoor Dead Tank Type
10. Basic Insulation Level HV: 36 KV / 70 KV / 170 KV(P)

LV:3 KV (rms.)
11. Instrument Security Factor for < 5 at lower ratio
Metering Core
12. Minimum Creepage Distance 900 mm.
13. Primary Terminal Connector Rigid type, CT stud to ACSR ‘PANTHER’
14. Rated Short Circuit thermal 20 KA for 3 Sec
current
15. Rated Dynamic current 50 KA (Peak)
16. CT Ratio, Class, Burden etc.
Ratio : Core-1: metering core Burden- 15VA, Accuracy class- 0.5
a) 400-200 / 1–1 A
and 100-50/1-1A Core-2: protection core Burden- 30VA, Accuracy class- 5P20
b) Ratio : Core-1: metering core Burden- 15VA, Accuracy class- 0.5
200-100 / 1-1-1 A Core-2 : protection core Burden- 30VA, Accuracy class- 5P20
Core-3 : protection core PS class, Vk ≥ 600V at lower ratio, Ie
< 30 mA at Vk/2 in lower ratio, Rct <
10 Ω at higher ratio.
17. Temperature Rise As per relevant IS/IEC
18. Suitability Should be suitable for upright mounting on Steel Structure in
outdoor Switch yard with matching to WBSEDCL’s Standard
base structure.
19. Fixing hole center 330 mm both in X & Y direction.
20. Fixing Position of On P2 Side of the CT.
Secondary
terminal box.
21. Guarantee 5 (five) years from the date of last despatch for any integral part
of the equipment.
Schedule of Guaranteed Technical Particulars for 33 KV outdoor Current Transformer.

( To be submitted by the Bidder )
Sl. No.
1. Name of the Manufacturer
2. Address
3. Type of CT
4. Rated Voltage
5. Applicable Standard
6. CT Ratio
7. Ratio change over details.
8. Core details Class Burden ISF / ALF
Metering Core ( Core – I )
Protection Core ( Core – II)
Protection Core ( Core – III) Min. Vk at lower Max. Ie at Vk/2 RCT
ratio
9. STC ( KA for 3 Sec)

10. Rated continuous Thermal Current
11. Temp. rise over ambient ( ° C ) Winding Oil Exposed current
carrying part
12. Rated Insulation Level

a ) 1.2/50 micro second Impulse
withstand voltage on Primary
Winding ( KV Peak)
b ) One minute Power Frequency
withstand voltage (Dry) on Primary
Winding (KV rms)
c ) One minute Power Frequency
withstand voltage (Wet) on Primary
Winding (KV rms)
d ) One minute Power Frequency
withstand voltage on Secondary
Winding (KV rms)
13. Minimum Creepage Distance (mm)
14. Insulation Class
15. Material of Core
16. Material & Size of Stud
(i) Primary Terminal
(ii) Secondary terminal
17. Whether bushing is hermetically
sealed
18. Whether Nitrogen Gas cushion is
provided
19. Whether Pressure Relief Device

provided
20. Cantilever Strength ( Kgf)
21. Weight of oil (Kg)
22. Volume of oil (Lts)
23. Fixing hole centre dimension in X
& Y direction ( mm )
24. Mounting details
25. Type of connector
26. Painting process
Paint shed
Paint Thickness
27. Fixing position of Secondary
Terminal Box
28. Degree of Protection of Secondary
Terminal Box
29. Guarantee
Signature :
Name & Designation :

Date :
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WEST BENGAL STATE ELECTRICITY DISTRIBUTION COMPANY LIMITED

(A Govt. of West Bengal Enterprise)

Technical Specification For 33 KV, Single Phase, Dead Tank Type

Equipments meeting the requirement of any other authoritative standards other

3.0 GENERAL CLIMATIC AND ISOCERAUNIC CONDITION OF SITE :

(h) Height above sea level (m )not exceeding : 1000

The design features and construction details of Current Transformer shall be

4.1 General requirement :

4.1.3 The maximum permissible temperature rise of the Current Transformer

of maintaining its rated accuracy at different burdens and saturation limits.

4.1.9. CT characteristics shall be such as to provide satisfactory performance for

4.1.10.Necessary markings for connections shall be marked on each CT and load

4.1.11. The CT secondary terminals shall be brought out in a weather proof

4.1.12. The oil immersed type CT shall be hermetically sealed to eliminate

4.1.14. The CT secondary to be used for metering and instruments shall be of

4.1.15. The CT secondary to be used for protective relaying purpose shall be of

4.1.16. The ratio changing arrangement shall be provided on secondary side of

4.1.19. C.T. Stud sizes shall be as follows :

a ) Primary Terminal : Primary Stud of the CT will be of plain solid

4.2.1. Porcelain bushing conforming to latest edition of IS:8603 & IS:3347

4.3 TERMINAL CONNECTORS :

4.3.1. The primary terminal connector shall be made of Aluminium alloy.

to CT terminal along with suitable nuts bolts & washers.

4.4 GROUNDING TERMINALS :

Two grounding terminals on diagonally opposite sides of adequate

4.5 SECONDARY TERMINAL BOX :

4.5.1. All secondary terminals shall be brought out in a compartment on P2

4.5.5. All terminals shall be clearly marked with identification number to

4.8 RATING PLATE / NAME PLATE PARTICULARS :

Normally the offer should be as per Technical Specification without any

6.0 TEST REPORTS AND TYPE TESTS :

The Type Test Certificates should, however, bear the Logo

a. High voltage Power frequency wet withstand voltage test.

I)Complete identification, date and serial no.

7.0 TESTS AT FACTORY AND TEST CERTIFICATES & ACCEPTANCE TEST :

7.3.All Acceptance tests shall be carried out at manufacturer’s works on

8.0 TYPE TESTS ( after issuance of order ) :

lot offered for inspection, sample chosen at random after successful

The following Acceptance tests shall be carried out at manufacturer’s

9.1. Visual checking and verification of dimension including verification

10.2. General outline dimension drawing of current transformers furnishing

10.3 Magnetisation characteristics curve of the protection core of the CT

10.4. It should be noted that :

10.4.1. All notes and legends of the drawings shall be furnished

11.0. INSTRUCTION MANUALS :

Four bound copies of instruction manuals and literatures of the CTs in

a.A brief description of CT furnishing the constructional features.

6. Extended current rating 120% maximum

10. Basic Insulation Level HV: 36 KV / 70 KV / 170 KV(P)

Schedule of Guaranteed Technical Particulars for 33 KV outdoor Current Transformer.

9. STC ( KA for 3 Sec)

12. Rated Insulation Level

19. Whether Pressure Relief Device

Name & Designation :

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