Aecom Specs
Aecom Specs
Aecom Specs
4.8 Residual Current Circuit Breaker Current Operated Type (RCCB) ...................................... 43
4.9 Earthing ................................................................................................................................. 44
4.10 Painting ................................................................................................................................. 44
4.11 Labels .................................................................................................................................... 44
4.12 Meters ................................................................................................................................... 44
4.13 Current Transformers ............................................................................................................ 44
4.14 Potential Free Contacts ......................................................................................................... 44
4.15 Indicating Panel..................................................................................................................... 44
4.16 Testing .................................................................................................................................. 45
4.17 Wiring ................................................................................................................................... 45
4.18 Anti-Condensation Space Heaters ......................................................................................... 45
4(B) FINAL DISTRIBUTION BOARDS (FDB‟s) ........................................................................... 46
4.1 Construction Features............................................................................................................ 46
5. EARTHING .............................................................................................................................. 49
5.1 Earthing ................................................................................................................................. 49
5.2 Earthing Conductors.............................................................................................................. 49
5.3 Sizing of Earthing Conductors .............................................................................................. 49
5.4 Connection of Earthing Conductors ...................................................................................... 49
5.5 Prohibited Connections ......................................................................................................... 50
5.6. Earthing ................................................................................................................................. 50
5.8 Resistance to Earth ................................................................................................................ 50
5.9 Specification for Hot Dip Galvanizing Process..................................................................... 50
5.10 Earthing Electrode ............................................................................................................ 51
5.11 Earth for UPS / Low volt / Servers ................................................................................... 51
6. STATIC INVERTER ................................................................................................................ 52
7. TESTING .................................................................................................................................. 55
7.1 General .................................................................................................................................. 55
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
1. INTERNAL WIRING
1.1 System of Wiring
The system of wiring shall consist of PVC insulated copper stranded conductor flexible
FRLS wires in metallic / nonmetallic (Rigid heavy Duty ISI -marked fire retarded PVC
Conduits of minimum 2mm Wall thickness and Sizes starting from 20 mm diameter) conduits
and shall be concealed or surface mounted above false ceiling as called for.
1.2 General
Prior to laying and fixing of conduits, the contractor shall mark the conduit route, carefully
examine the working drawings prepared by him and approved by the Consultant indicating the
layout, satisfy himself about the non interference in the route, sufficiency of number and sizes
of conduits, location of junction boxes, sizes and location of switch boxes and other
relevant details. Any discrepancy found shall be brought to the notice of the Owner‟s site
representative. Any modifications suggested by the contractor should get written approval
before the actual laying of conduits is commenced.
In laying of conduits it is important that not more than two right angle bends are provided for
each circuit without a pull box. No junction box shall be provided in the entire length of
conduit run for drawing of wires. Only switch outlets, lighting fixture outlets, equipment power
outlets and socket outlets shall be considered for drawing of wires.
1.3.1 Conduits
Conduits and Accessories shall conform to latest edition of Indian Standards IS-9537 part 1 &
2. 16/14 (16 gauge upto 32mm diameter & 14 gauge above 32 mm diameter) gauge screwed GI
or MS conduits as specified on schedule of quantities shall be used. Joints between conduits and
accessories shall be securely made by standard accessories, as per IS-2667, IS-3837 and IS-5133
to ensure earth continuity. All conduit accessories shall be threaded type only.
Conduits shall be delivered to the site of construction in original bundles and each length of
conduit shall bear the label of the manufacturer.
Note. : Whatever materials required to be billed by the Contractor should come on site with
proper Challan Numbers and quantity mentioned in each such Challan.
1.3.2 JOINTS
All jointing shall be subject to the approval of the Owner‟s site representative. The threads
and sockets shall be free from grease and oil. End termination of conduit on GI boxes shall be
by means of hexagon check nuts & spring washer on both sides of the conduit. The joints in
conduits shall be free of burrs to avoid damage to insulation of conductors while pulling them
through the conduits. Rubberised bushes shall be used in the conduit entry and exit from DBs,
switch boxes etc ,so that wires are protected from damage to insulation of the incoming and
outgoing wires
Flexible conduits shall be made of heavy gauge MS strip galvanized after making the spiral.
Both edges of the strip to have interlocking to avoid opening up. Flexible conduit shall be heat
resistant, lead coated steel, water leak, fire and rust proof. The flexible conduit shall be heat
resistant on continuous temperature upto 150 deg. C and intermittent temperature upto 200
deg. C. The flexible conduit shall be corrosion resistant as per IS-3480 & BS-731.
PVC Conduit
Conduits and accessories shall conform to latest edition of IS-9537 part 3 and shall be heavy
duty with minimum wall thickness of 2.0 mm rigid tubes which are unscrewed without
coupling and with plain ends. All conduits used shall be ISI-marked and shall not be less than
20 mm diameter.
Accessories used for conduit shall be of an approved brand and type complying to relevant IS
code.
All accessories used shall be of standard white or black colour, identical to conduit used.
Plain conduits shall be joined by slip type of couplers with manufacturer‟s standard sealing
cement.
All conduit entries to outlet boxes, trunking and switchgear are to be made with adaptors
female thread and screwed male bushes.
PVC-switch and socket boxes with round knockouts are to be used. The colours of these boxes
and the conduits shall be the same.
Standard PVC circular junction boxes are to be used with conduits for intersection, Tee-
junction, angle-junction and terminal. For the drawing-in of cables, standard circular through
boxes shall be used.
Samples of accessories shall be submitted for approval prior to installation.
All jointing of PVC conduits shall be by means of adhesive jointing. Adequate expansion
joints shall be allowed to take up the expansion of PVC conduits.
Where necessary, bends or diversions may be achieved by means of bends and / or circular
cast iron boxes with inspection cover and with adequate and suitable inlet and outlet screwed
joints. In case of recessed system each junction box shall be provided with a cover properly
secured and flush with the finished wall surface. No bends shall have radius less than 7.5 cms
or three times the outside diameter of the conduits. For metallic conduits, bends of defined
radius shall be made by compactly filling fine sand inside the conduit length, to avoid non-
uniform shape, once the bend is done. Proper jigs shall be used to ensure that the Enameling /
Galvanising of the Conduit is not damaged.
All conduits shall be installed so as to avoid exposure to steam, hot water or any other process
pipes. After the conduits, junction boxes, outlet boxes and switch boxes are installed in
position, their outlets shall be properly plugged or covered so that water, mortar, rodents and
insects , insects or any other foreign matter does not enter into the conduit system. Surface
conduits shall be fixed by means of heavy gauge GI saddles secured at intervals not more than
1000 mm, and on either side of couplers or bends or similar fitting saddles shall be fixed at a
distance of 300 mm from centre of each fitting. For conduit fixing suitable PVC/Nylon
fasteners shall be used.
Recessed conduiting shall be done by making chase in the masonry by chase cutter, the conduit
shall be fixed in the chase by means of GI hooks not more than 600 mm apart. After fixing of
conduit the chase shall be filled with cement mortar after fixing of chicken mesh and brought
to the original finish level of the surface to the entire satisfaction of Owner
All outlet boxes for switches, sockets and other receptacles shall be rust proof and shall be of
1.6 mm thick mild steel sheets with HOT dipped galvanizing (or as specified in SOQ), having
smooth external and internal surfaces to true finish. All outlet boxes for receiving plug
sockets and switches shall be fabricated to approved sizes. All boxes shall have adequate
number of knock out holes of required diameter and earthing terminal screws. Outlet boxes
shall generally be of 50mm depth subject to maximum depth of 65 mm.
50 mm dia inspection boxes and pull boxes shall have smooth external and internal finish to
facilitate removal and replacement of wires, where required.
To facilitate subsequent drawing of wires in the conduit, GI fish wires of 2.0 mm (14 SWG)
shall be provided along with the laying of recessed conduit.
1.10 Conductors
All PVC insulated copper conductor flexible FRLS or ZHFR, as specified in SOQ, wires shall
conform in all respects to Standards as listed under sub-head Indian Standards and shall be IS
approved and ISI marked.
Wires carrying current shall be so bunched that the outgoing and return wires are drawn
into the same conduit. Wires originating from two different phases shall not run in the same
conduit. All wires shall have ferrules for identification. Lighting and power circuits shall be
separate. Each Power/ Light Circuit„s Neutral shall be individual per Circuit and shall not be
looped from any other Circuit.
The drawing and jointing of PVC insulated copper conductor wires shall be executed with
due regard to the following precautions. While drawing wires through conduits, care shall be
taken to avoid scratches and kinks which may cause breakage of conductors. There shall be no
sharp bends. Wire reel stands to be used for pulling of wires to avoid kinks. Care shall be
exercised while drawing the wires from reels, by taking appropriate measures to ensure that
wires are not spread on ground, causing dust and dirt accumulation on the new wires.
Size of wires Nominal Cross Maximum number of wires within conduit size(mm)
section Area (Sq. mm.) 20 25 32 40 50
1.5 5 10 14 -- --
2.5 5 8 12 -- --
4 3 7 10 -- --
6 2 5 8 -- --
10 -- 3 5 6 --
16 -- 2 3 6 6
25 -- -- 2 4 6
35 -- -- -- 3 5
Maximum permissible number of 1100 volt grade PVC insulated wires that may be drawn into
rigid non metallic or PVC Conduits are given below :
Size of wires Nominal Cross Maximum number of wires within conduit size(mm)
section Area (Sq. mm.) 20 25 32 40 50
1.5 7 12 16 -- --
2.5 5 10 14 -- --
4 4 8 12 -- --
6 3 6 8 -- --
10 -- 4 5 6 --
16 -- 3 3 6 6
25 -- -- 2 4 6
35 -- -- -- 3 5
Insulation shall be removed by insulation stripper only. Few Strands of wires shall not be
cut/reduced for convenience in connecting into terminals. The terminals shall have sufficient
cross sectional area to take all strands and it‟s connecting brass screws shall have flats ends.
All looped joints shall be connected through terminal block/connectors. The pressure applied
to tighten terminal screws shall be just adequate, neither too much nor too less. All
light points shall be terminated through a connector.
Conductors having nominal cross sectional areas exceeding 10 sq.mm shall always be
provided with cable sockets. At all bolted terminals brass flat washer of large area and
approved steel spring washer shall be used. Brass nuts and bolts with brass washers shall be
used for all connections.
Only licensed wiremen (Before doing the work or before appointing him on site contractor has
to submit his wiring license to Owner) and cable jointers shall be employed to do jointing
work. Before entrusting cable jointing work to any technician, or before appointing Cable
Jointers or Wiremen on Site, Contractor has to submit such Technicians‟ / Wireman‟s / Cable
Jointer‟s license to Owner.
All wires and cables shall be embossed with the manufacturer‟s label with ISI mark and shall
be brought to site in original packing. For all internal wiring. PVC insulated wires of 1100
volts grade (FRLS) shall be used.
The sub-circuit wiring for point shall be carried out in loop system and no joints shall be
allowed in the length of the conductors. No wire shall be drawn into any conduit until all
defective work of conduit installation of any nature that may cause injury to wire is completed.
Care shall be taken while pulling out the wires so that no damage occurs to conduits/wire
itself, the conduits shall be thoroughly cleaned of moisture, dust, dirt or any other obstruction.
The minimum size of PVC insulated copper conductor wires for all sub-circuit wiring for light
points shall be minimum 2.5 sq.mm copper. Separate neutral to be pulled for each circuit.
All joints shall be made at main switches, distribution boards. Socket outlets, lighting outlets
and switches boxes only. No joints shall be made in conduits and in junction boxes.
Conductors shall be continuous from outlet to inlet.
Mains and sub-mains cable or wires where called for shall be of the rated capacity and
approved make. Every main and sub main wires shall be drawn into an independent adequate
size of conduit. Earthing shall be in conformity with relevant IS codes and calculations
shall be submitted for verification. An independent earth wire of the proper rating shall be
provided for every single phase sub-main. For every 3 -phase sub-main, 2 Nos. earth wires of
proper rating shall be provided along with the sub-main. The earth wires shall be drawn along
with circuit wires through conduit. Where mains and sub-mains cables are connected to
switchgear, sufficient extra lengths of cable shall be provided to facilitate easy connections
and maintenance. Where ever necessary, powder-coated 1.6 mm thick sheet steel covering
(also called trunking) shall be provided to cover the group of conduits and cables entering and
exiting the Wall mounted/Floor mounted SubDBs, DBs, and FDBs ,so that the Installation
looks neat .The colour of such sheet steel covering (trunking) shall be matching with the
colour of the SDBs, DBs and FDBs
Balancing of circuits in three phase installation shall be as planned by the Consultants in the
tender drawings and shall be checked by the contractor before the commencement of wiring
and shall be strictly adhered to.
Color code shall be maintained as indicated by the Consultant for the entire wiring
installations. Red, yellow, blue shall be for three phases, black for neutral and green with
yellow band shall be for earthing.
All switches shall be enclosed type flush mounted suitable for 240 volts AC. All switches
shall be fixed inside the switch boxes on adjustable flat MS strips/plates with tapped holes and
brass machine screws, leaving ample space at the back and sides for accommodating wires.
Switch controlling the light point shall be connected to the phase wire of the circuit and load
on each switch shall be restricted to maximum 800 watts & maximum 1500 watts per
circuit. All wiring accessories shall be BIS approved. Perfect alignment shall be maintained
while fixing of the back boxes.
Socket outlets shall be of the three pin. The switch controlling the socket outlet shall be on
the phase wire of the circuit and not more than two socket outlets of 16 amps shall be
connected on one circuit. An earth wire shall be provided along with the circuit wires and
shall be connected to earthing screw inside the box. All sockets shall be shuttered type.
g. Where use of shutter type of interlocking type of socket is required for any special
installation, the items should be separately and specifically listed in the Schedule of
Quantities of that particular work.
The light fixtures and fittings shall be assembled and installed in position complete and ready
for service, in accordance with details, drawings, manufacturer's instructions and to the
satisfaction of the Project Manager.
2.3.1 Scope:
Scope of work under this section shall include inspection at suppliers/manufacturer‟s premises
at site, receiving at site, safe storage, transportation from point of storage to point of erection,
erection and commissioning of light fittings, fixtures and accessories including all necessary
supports, brackets, down rods and painting etc as required.
2.3.2 Standards:
The lighting and their associated accessories such as lamps, reflectors, housings, ballasts etc.,
shall comply with the latest applicable standards, more specifically the following:
a). Fittings shall be designed for continuous trouble free operation under atmospheric
conditions without reduction in lamp life or without deterioration of materials and
internal wiring. Degree of protection of enclosure shall be IP-65 for outdoor fittings
except bulkhead fitting. Bulkhead fitting shall be provided with IP-54 protection.
c). All fittings shall be supplied complete with lamps. All mercury vapour and sodium
vapour lamp fittings shall be complete with accessories like ballasts, power factor
improvement capacitors, starters, etc. Outdoor type fittings shall be provided with
weather proof junction boxes (IP-55) and IP-54 Control gear boxes. All fluorescent
and CFL fittings shall be provided with electronic ballast as per schedule of
quantities.
d) Each fitting shall have a terminal block suitable for loop-out connection by 1100 V
PVC insulated copper conductor wires upto 4 sq.mm. the internal wiring should be
completed by the manufacturer by means of standard copper wire and terminated on
the terminal block.
e) All hardware used in the fitting shall be suitably plated or anodized and passivated.
f) Earthing: Each lighting fitting shall be provided with an earthing terminal. All metal
or metal enclosed parts of the housing shall be bonded and connected to the earthing
terminal so as to ensure satisfactory earthing continuity throughout the fixture.
g) Painting/Finish: All surfaces of the fittings shall be thoroughly cleaned and degreased
and the fittings shall be free from scale, rust, sharp-edges, and burns.
i) Metal used in BODY of lighting fixtures shall be not less than 22 SWG or heavier if
so required to comply with specification of standards. Sheet steel reflectors shall
have a thickness of not less than 20 SWG. The metal parts of the fixtures shall be
completely free from burns and tool marks. Solder shall not be used as mechanical
fastening device on any part of the fixture.
Box type slim line channel must be in screwless construction manufactured from M.S. CRCA
sheet steel powder coated with MS CRCA cover, powder coated white. Light reflection
surface in Box/Channel type fittings shall be in a POLYESTER PRECOATED STEEL having
a reflection factor of not less than 80%. SCREWLESS DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION Light
fixtures shall be preferred due to their ease of maintenance, especially for box/channel for
box/channel type fixtures.
Surface mounted totally enclosed moisture proof fixtures must be in polycarbonate body and
diffuser with transparent prismatic interior and smooth exterior and frosted end. Fixture must
be completely sealed with polyurethane double gasket to achieve IP 65 protection. Fixture is
complete with CRCA steel white powder coated / enameled finish reflector.
Recessed mounted, modular fluorescent lighting fixture made of CRCA Sheet steel powder
coated (white) housing, electro chemically brightened and anodized reflector, three
dimensional cross louvers with concave contours, Fresnel top at louver saddle to increase
efficiency. The luminance of <200 cd/M2 at 63 degree viewing angle in all directions so as to
confirm Cat-2 classification of CIBSELG3
Industrial Highbay luminaries shall be provided with pressure die cast housing along with all
accessories, orthocyclically woundopien construction ballast, capacitor & semi parallel ignitor
connected to terminal block and mounted on the gear plate. The gear shall have side entry for
ease in maintenance. The spun aluminium reflector is suitable for narrows well as wide beam
distribution as specified in schedule of quantities. The luminaire will be suitable for metal
halide lamp HPI BU + 250 W which has 25500 lumens or similar 400W lamp and 2.5 minutes
restrike time (when operate with son gear).
The reflectors shall be made of CRCA sheet steel/aluminium /Silvered glass/Chromium plated
sheet copper as specified. The thickness of reflectors shall be as per relevant standards.
Reflectors made of steel shall have stove enameled/ vitreous enameled/epoxy coating finish.
Aluminium used for reflectors shall be anodized/epoxy stove enameled /mirror polished. The
finish for the reflector shall be as specified. The reflectors shall be free from scratches /
blisters and shall have a smooth and glossy surface having optimum light reflecting coefficient.
Reflectors shall be readily removable from the housing for cleaning and maintenance without
use of tools.
2.3.6 Lamps
2.3.6.1 TLD
Lamp shall be environment friendly low pressure mercury discharge lamp with mercury
content less than or equal to 5 mg. The lamp shall have minimum lumen maintenance of 85
and CRI of 85. The lamp must comply to ROSH (Restriction of Hazardous substances) and
covered by WEEE. Lamp should be fully re-cycleable. The lamp should be low on
maintenance with life of 40 K hours in case of electromagnetic ballast and 65 K hours in case
of HF ballast upto 10% failure. The discharge glass shall be lead free.
TLD Lamps shall be minimum tri-phosphor type and have bi-pin bases. Colour spectrum of
light shall be equivalent to “PHILIPS color 84 or color 86 or color 82 or “OSRAM color 21 or
color 11 or color 41 (as required at site)”.
The fluorescent Tubes (TLD) should have cool daylight colour designation. But Architects
reserve the right to prescribe either Cool Daylight or Bright White or Incandescent Colour
Designations for TLD. NO extra payment will be made over the quoted rate of bidder for this.
The 36 W fluorescent tubes will have Nominal Luminous Flux of not less than 3350 lumens
whether so mentioned in the Schedule of Quantities or not.
High frequency electronic ballast shall be used with fluorescent / Compact Fluorescent Lamps
wherever specified in the schedule of quantities. High frequency electronic ballast shall
comply to the following:
2.4.1 General
The control system protocol shall implement the International Standards Organization (ISO)
'Open Systems Interconnection' seven-layer reference model for communication protocol.
There shall be no visible delay between command being issued and action executed. It shall
typically be less than 2mS.
The system protocol shall be available to third party companies to develop interfaces to the
installed system.
The entire system shall consist of bus lines each consisting of up to 128 devices. System
should be capable of connecting much more than 128 devices on a single network further by
using repeaters and shall have a topology supporting more than 57000 devices.
The system shall allow multiple RS232 or USB access points , typically at every Lighting
Control Panel, to perform control, maintenance or reprogramming on the network,
The system shall be able to perform control in all of the following ways.
- Any input device shall be able to be programmed as a master control point. Master over-
rides shall be able to positioned anywhere in the network, and control any other unit or
units on any connected network.
- The system shall allow unlimited switching configurations. Any number of switches shall
be able to program for a common load or loads (i.e. multi-way switching) and all switches
shall indicate the load status.
- Over-rides shall be able to be re-programmed at any time without any wiring changes.
The system shall operate without a computer connected, including the operation of all manual
switches, detectors, photoelectric cells, etc. For the logical relationship between input devices
and output loads to be fully reliant on a computer being connected shall not be acceptable.
All devices shall be able to communicate directly with each other without the need for a
computer or a centrally based processor to receive and transmit signals.
The bus shall be short circuit protected to ensure that accidental short circuit will not damage
any system components.
The failure of a module on the system shall not affect any other module.
Modules shall be able to be programmed to re-start to 'on', 'off', or resume in previous state
after a power failure.
The system shall have a software controlled network structure. Any input device shall be able
to control any output device, or any group of devices. The devices shall be able to be located
anywhere on the network without a direct connection. The relationship shall be able to be
changed at any time without re-wiring.
There shall be no requirements for end-of-line bus terminations for impedance matching.
It shall be possible to provide input control of the system via the following system devices.
- 0-1V, 0-5V, 0-10V and 4-20mA analogue
- Digital Contact Closures (programmable functions)
- Motion detectors
- Temperature sensors
- Electronic Delay Time switches (software imbedded)
- Light Level - analogue and digital
It shall be possible to provide output control of the system via the following system devices.
All the above parameters will be set from within a graphical user interface, with separate
configuration templates being provided for each type of control unit.
The software shall have the ability to export and import complete databases from within the
software interface.
There shall be the ability to automatically detect and resolve address conflicts between any
control units in an installation.
The software shall allow project names, system topology, application names and address
names to be setup.
The software shall allow for real-time interrogation of sensor readings from the network, for
example light level readings (in lux).
Wall mount, programmable 'Key Input Units', designed to control lighting applications and
other electrical services shall be available from the manufacturer of the overall control system.
The units shall be able to control any system output device including relays, dimmers, and
analogue output units to switch or dim loads.
The units shall be available with one, two or four tactile switches.
The unit functions shall be customizable at any time before or after installation. Each key shall
be capable of being programmed to achieve various functions including, toggle switch, dimmer
control, timer or pre-set. In the event of power failure, a non-volatile memory (NVM) shall
retain all programmed information relating to each unit's current operating status.
Key Input Units shall communicate with all other system units and obtain power via the UTP
Communication Bus cable.
A Key Input Switch shall be suitable for more than 100,000 operations.
A Key Input Switch shall have an on-board Timer The Timer resolution shall be 1 second.
A Key Input Switch shall be capable of dimmer control of about 255 possible levels.
The unit shall be suitable for operating temperatures between 0-50 Degree C.
2.5.2 Multigang Key Input Units Panels
A Multigang Key Input Units Panel, as a standard item from the system manufacturer, shall
consist of multiples of four positive feel tactile switches, starting at eight switches, mounted to
either a stainless steel or polished and lacquered brass fascia. Each switch shall contain a red
light emitting diode and shall be programmed to provide on/off, dimmer or timer functions.
Custom variations of multi-gang panels shall be detailed in drawings with respect to layout and
functionality.
Specifications for a Multigang Key Input Units Panel shall be as per a Four Key Input Module
for each four switch multiple incorporated within the panel.
In the event of power cycling, a non-volatile memory (NVM) shall be incorporated to retain all
address and switching information.
This unit shall consists of four positive feel tactile switches with a red light emitting diode
recessed in each switch and an Infrared receiver is capable of mimicking the functions of each
of the switches. Each switch can be programmed to provide on/off, dimmer or timer functions.
A four-key/four-channel infrared receiver shall be suitable for more than 100,000 operations.
The Ramp Rate shall be programmable from 0 to1024 seconds. The Ramp Level shall be
programmable from 0 to100%.
In the event of power cycling, a non-volatile memory (NVM) shall be incorporated to retain all
address and switching information.
The Four Key Infrared Transmitter shall consist of four push buttons, which are mapped to the
four keys on the receiver. The Four Key Infrared Transmitter shall be able to control up to
four group addresses from each remote control. The IR codes shall be able to be learnt by
propriety Learning Remote Controls for integration into other systems.
The clock module shall consist of a basic 7-day real time controller with two channels of
output for control of up to four group addresses. The 7-day timer shall be able to be
programmed from the front of the clock (independent of the installation software) whilst the
outputs are configured in software (as per other system components).
The unit shall be capable of issuing on, off, dimming and delay-off timer commands.
The clock shall sustain its settings for 24 hours in the event of loss of supply.
Daylight savings, Holiday and Random modes shall be incorporated on the front of the clock.
In the event of power cycling, a non-volatile memory (NVM) shall be incorporated to retain all
address and switching information.
The Seven-Day Cycle Clock shall be having a suitable Operating Temperature range of 0-50
Degree C.
The touch screen shall provide a touch sensitive LCD screen that displays pages of graphical
items to perform a particular function when pressed.
The touch screen shall be programmed via a software based configuration tool. This
Configuration Software shall be Microsoft Windows™ based and shall provide the ability to
program the appearance and operation of the touch screen.
The touch screen shall have the ability for the following components to be placed on a touch
screen page:
Buttons (keys) with text and/or images
Text
Images
Shapes (rectangles, triangles, ellipses)
Sliders
Clocks
Percent Indicator
Backlight control
Contrast control
The touch screen shall have the ability to action a complete scene. Scenes shall be able to be
setup as follows:
Up to 100 system addresses controlled per scene
Level and ramp rate shall be selectable
Activated by a particular system Address/Level combination.
The touch screen shall have the ability to action Schedules. Schedule details shall be able to
be setup as follows:
Command (on / off / ramp & ramp rate, pulse or set scene)
Time of event
Repeat cycle of event (once / daily / weekly / week days / weekends / monthly and
complex combinations)
A list of scheduled events shall be displayed in the configuration software.
2.5.7 PC Interface
The PC Interface shall provide the medium for an external PC to communicate with the control
system network, including monitor and control functions. It shall also be used to program all
other system units and generate the system clock for synchronized data communications.
The Power Supply shall provide safe extra low voltage (36V dc or as per requirement of
supplier) to the control system bus.
The Power Supply shall be capable of supporting about 20 control system units (Key inputs,
Relay Units, Dimmer Units etc.). Multiple Power Supplies shall be paralleled to support any
system load.
The four channel dimmer unit shall be suitable for switching or dimming loads that are
controlled by the system. The unit shall be capable of independent control of four \ Eight \
Twelve dimmed active outputs. Electrical isolation between the Extra Low (Bus) Voltage and
the Low (mains) voltage side of the unit shall be provided with the use of optical isolators.
As well as controlling 240V loads (e.g., incandescent lighting), the dimmer units shall be
capable of controlling Extra Low Voltage (12V) lighting utilizing iron core transformers or
electronic transformers implementing leading edge technology (e.g., The 'Osram Mouse' 12V
electronic Transformer or equivalent).
The dimmer unit shall incorporate continuous triac drive circuitry. The dimmer unit shall be
capable of retaining programmed information relating to operating status.
The dimmer shall have the facility to program (via the software) a minimum level setting.
In the event of power cycling, a non-volatile memory (NVM) shall be incorporated to retain all
address and switching information.
The load rating shall be 500VA per channel and 4000VA in total. unless otherwise specified
Every dimmer should have individual MCB for over load protection as part of dimmer rack.
The unit shall provide an Electrical Isolation Rating of 3500VAC RMS, 1 minute.
The units‟ mains voltage terminals shall be suitable to accommodate 4 x 2.5mm square cable.
The unit shall have suitable operating temperatures between 0-50 Degree C.
2.5.10 Four \ Twelve Channel Relay with 10A Voltage Free Contacts
This unit shall allow control of four \ twelve independent loads, with a total capacity of at least
40A, independent from supply. The individual channel load shall be rated at least 10A
(inductive and resistive).
In the event of power cycling, a non-volatile memory (NVM) shall be incorporated to retain all
address and switching information.
The Relay Unit shall have the facility to program (via the software) a minimum threshold
setting.
The unit shall provide an Electrical Isolation Rating of 3500VAC RMS, 1 minute.
The units‟ mains voltage terminals shall be suitable to accommodate 4 x 2.5mm square cable.
The unit shall have suitable operating temperatures between 0-50 Degree C.
A wall mounted Lighting Scene Controller shall be provided to allow the user of the lighting
system to access the lighting in the area, switch the lighting on and off, ramp the lighting up
and down and manually assign a number of preset lighting scenes as required.
Mechanical
The Scene Controller shall include facilities for attachment to an International Standard
Electrical Wall Box.
The unit shall also allow for mounting the Controller directly to a flat wall surface. This shall
be carried out with a supplied mounting bracket. It shall be possible to securing the bracket to
the wall first, then the controller to the bracket.
The only cable termination requirements shall be a twisted pair Category 6 data cable. There
shall be no additional requirements to terminate 240V or extra low voltage cabling at the
Lighting Controller.
For ease of maintenance, the lighting outputs (dimmers, relays, etc) controlled by the unit shall
be mounted remotely. Output devices mounted in the wall (either as an integral part of the
Lighting Controller or as a separate unit) will not be accepted.
The Lighting Controller shall form an integral part of the lighting system and shall have the
capabilities to communicate with other input and output devices attached directly to the
systems communication bus, including (but not limited to) Relay Units, Dimmer Units, Wall
mounted Switches, Light Level Sensors and Passive Infrared Movement Detectors.
The controlled lighting loads shall be dependent on the output devices connected to the
system, rather than being dependent on the load capacity of the Scene Controller itself. Thus,
the scene controller should be able to control various load types including incandescent, Extra
Low Voltage Tungsten Halogen Dichroic, Fluorescent (via High Frequency Electronic 0-10V
or Digital Ballast‟s) on the same group address.
User Interface/Control
The wall-mounted controller shall include separate buttons to allow the user to individually
dim up or dim down three separate groups of output loads. A series of LED‟s shall be
associated with the group to indicate the current lighting ramp level for that group. The
controlled output groups shall be programmable via a software assignable addressing system
and shall not be limited to any hardwired groups of outputs.
The Lighting Controller shall incorporate a minimum of five programmable scene buttons and
five associated LED‟s. The LED‟s shall indicate which lighting scene is active or inactive.
The user shall be able to assign and recall a preset lighting scene directly from the unit. Whilst
acceptable for testing and commissioning proposes, Controllers that require the user to attach a
separate device (e.g. a PC) to program and re-program scenes on an ongoing basis will not be
accepted.
Power-up
If power to the unit is lost, the lighting shall automatically return to a preset level. All scenes,
fade rates, etc shall be stored in non-volatile memory.
When programming a Lighting Scene, the user shall also have a button available to manually
select the fade (ramp) rate for that scene. .
A second press of each scene button (press on the scene button when that scene is already
active) shall cause the pre-programmed fade-in rates to be overridden and the target levels are
established „instantly‟.
Master OFF
A „Master Off‟ button shall be available on the Lighting Controller. This Master Off button
shall be programmable to allow the user to select controlled output groups. Pressing the
Master Off button shall turn off all three of the primary groups.
There shall be provision for a “night light” function on the Controller. This shall be
programmable via the installation software to be enabled or disabled. When enabled, if no
indicator other than the fade rate is active on the Lighting Controller (all primary groups are
off), then all five scene indicators will be dimly lit.
Infra-red Interface
The hand held Remote control Scene buttons (1 to 5) shall function as the scene buttons on the
Lighting Controller. The IR controller shall effectively mimic the press scene buttons on the
unit.
The Remote control „All Off‟ button shall function exactly the same as the master off button
on the Lighting Controller.
The Master Up/Down buttons shall ramp the 3 primary groups simultaneously. The master
up/down buttons on the IR controller shall mimic the functions of the individual up/down
buttons on the Lighting Controller.
The level change performed by the Master Up/down buttons on the IR Remote shall only be
temporary and should not affect the preset levels.
All the scene button indicators shall flash when the scene controller is receiving valid data
from the remote control Lighting Controller.
Self-Testing
A self-test routine shall be also added to help in manual testing. Holding the first UP key
during the power-up of the unit shall activate this routine. The self-test routine will help in
checking the indicators and keys by activating all indicators and interactively reading all keys
in sequence.
The DSI Gateway is based on the 12 M wide DIN rail enclosures, and shall be available
in 110/120Vac and 220/240Vac ratings, 50Hz operation.
The 8 Channel Modules shall be based on a DIN Rail enclosure and shall consist of 8
Channels of output, with each channel sourcing approximately 200mA.
Electrical Characteristics
a. The DSI interface complies with the DSI standard, and only one channel at any time
is sourcing current to the ballast.
d. Outputs are able to withstand continuous short circuit conditions, including short
circuit from channel output to common and short circuit from one channel output to
any other channel output. Output channels recover automatically following the
removal of the short circuit condition.
e. The unit is capable of being programmed without the needs for the mains connection.
The unit draws no more than 18mA when the unit is being programmed and no mains
connection is made.
f. If mains power is lost to the unit all channels go to a high impedance state, the ballast
behavior depends on ballast type DSI ballasts stay in their current state.
g. The low voltage sides and mains input are electrically isolated.
Network status
k. The unit incorporates 8 momentary switches, which are used to locally control, the
state of the outputs, with or without the presence of central unit. The status indicators
report the actual state of the output, either OFF or ON.
The enclosure used shall be based on the DIN Rail Mount enclosure.
2 x RJ45 sockets shall be incorporated a 0.3m patch lead shall be provided with each unit.
The cable and plugs shall be suitably rated for its intended use.
a. The output terminals shall accommodate 2 x 1.5mm2 or 1 x 4.0mm2 cable.
b. Combination head screws shall be used on the output terminals and mains
connections.
Environmental
The equipment packaging shall be developed to protect the equipment during normal
factory, warehouse and field handling
EMC Compliance The equipment shall be designed to meet the requirements for marking
with the CE and RCM marks.
The Light Level Sensor shall be capable of measuring ambient light levels in the range of 20 to
3000 lux (40 lux to 1600 lux controllable).
The ambient light level shall be measured by the Light Level Sensor and output devices (such
as Dimmer Units) shall be controlled to maintain constant luminance in a given area, under
varying conditions.
The target luminance level as well as the Margin shall be set using the control system
Installation Software.
In the event of power cycling, a non-volatile memory (NVM) shall be incorporated to retain all
address and switching information.
The field of View of the light level sensor shall be 180 degrees.
The Supply Voltage to each light level sensor shall be 36VDC @ 18mA. No additional 240V
supply shall be required.
The light level sensor shall have an operating temperature range of 0-50 Degree C.
Temperature Sensor
The Temperature Sensor shall be suitable for measuring ambient temperature and issuing on or
off commands to one (1) group address for heating or cooling purposes. The unit shall measure
in the range 0 - 50 degree C with selectable offset (dead-band) within the installation software
The Temperature Sensor shall have the ability to change its target temperature to a different
point (and to reset the target) by receiving bus commands from another system devices.
In the event of power cycling, a non-volatile memory (NVM) shall be incorporated to retain all
address and switching information.
The PIR Occupancy Sensor shall detect passive infrared energy for control of any number of
independent electrical loads. The light level shall be adjustable from the front of the unit and
shall be used to disable the Occupancy Sensor. Timer settings shall be adjustable from 1
second to 18 hours, in one-second increments. A weatherproof version shall be available for
outdoor or industrial use.
In the event of power cycling, a non-volatile memory (NVM) shall be incorporated to retain all
address and switching information.
The Supply Voltage to each PIR Sensor shall be 36VDC @ 18mA. No additional 240V supply
shall be required for the unit to operate.
The unit shall have suitable operating temperatures between 0-50 Degree C.
The unit shall be suitable for wall or ceiling mounting, up to mounting heights of 2.4m.
The Indoor unit shall have a field of view of 90 degrees. The outdoor unit shall have a field of
view of 110 degrees.
The Indoor unit shall have an effective detection area of 6m x 6m. The outdoor unit shall have
an effective detection area of 18m radius x 110 degrees.
The Indoor unit shall have 12 overlapping detection zones. The outdoor unit shall have 18
long range, 16 intermediate range, 10 short range and 4 ultra short-range detection zones.
The unit shall be an active device utilizing Doppler wave technology as its means of detection.
The unit shall include two air transducers to provide volumetric occupancy detection.
The unit shall be suitable for occupancy detection of larger areas, typically 12m x 12m and
2.7m mounting height. The unit shall include its own independent 240V power supply and
shall require a socket outlet adjacent to installation point (typically in the lighting wiring
loom). To enable the unit to communicate with the control system network, an Auxiliary
Switch Input Unit shall be utilized. Each auxiliary unit will allow control of up to four
detectors.
The unit will have easily accessible sensitivity adjustment that can be used to accommodate
various room sizes.
The unit will have an indicator LED for walk-testing the unit.
The unit shall have suitable operating temperatures between 0-50 Degree C.
The unit shall consist of two air transducers and four PIR detectors with a special lens to
provide both volumetric and line of sight detection.
The unit shall be suitable for occupancy detection of larger areas, typically 15m x 15m and
2.7m mounting height. The unit shall include its own independent 240V power supply and
shall require a socket outlet adjacent to installation point (typically in the lighting wiring
loom). To enable the unit to communicate with the control system network, an Auxiliary
The unit will have easily accessible sensitivity adjustment that can be used to accommodate
various room sizes.
The unit will employ programmable walk-testing LED indicators: Red LED for Passive
Infrared and Green LED for Ultrasonic modes.
The unit shall utilize an ultrasonic frequency of 32.7 kHz.
The unit shall have suitable operating temperatures between 0-50 Degree C.
Ultrasonic Occupancy Sensor for Corridors and Hallways
The unit shall be suitable for occupancy detection of Corridors and Hallways, typically up to
4.6m x 30m and 2.7m mounting height. The unit shall include its own independent 240V
power supply and shall require a socket outlet adjacent to installation point (typically in the
lighting wiring loom). To enable the unit to communicate with the control system network, an
Auxiliary Switch Input Unit shall be utilized. Each auxiliary unit will allow control of up to
four detectors.
The unit shall be ceiling mounted and a 360 degree field of view.
The unit will have an indicator LED for walk-testing the unit.
The unit shall utilize an ultrasonic frequency of 32.7 kHz.
The unit shall have suitable operating temperatures between 0-50 Degree C.
DIN rail mounted consisting of two (2), four (4) or eight (8) or (12) individually
programmable integral relays (contactors). The relay shall guarantee a life of >100000 switch
operations as per IEC 60947. Relay modules requiring external 220V supply in addition to bus
connection shall not be acceptable.
The output states of each of these relays shall be displayed on the front via true mechanical
indication. LED status indicators shall not be acceptable. Each of these relays shall be latch-on
type with manual operation (override) possible even without power to the system & without
having to remove the cover of the control module.
In the event of power failure or bus wiring failure or control module failure, each of the relays
shall attain a pre-programmed fail-safe position („On‟, „off‟ or „as it is Last status‟) at the time
of commissioning.
The actuators shall be with integrated current detection feature. This functionality shall allow
for the monitoring of the load current, and operating hours for load management .It shall be
possible to set threshold values of the current in order to detect any lamp failures for facilities
management.
The control modules shall be capable of being programmed with different applications to suit
site requirements for e.g. staircase lighting function that switches „Off‟ the relays after a
preprogrammed time from the time it has switched „On‟. The application for which a relay has
been programmed shall apply irrespective of the signal from which it is controlled.
Each of the relays shall be capable of being programmed with its own „On‟ and „Off‟ delays
that shall be applicable irrespective of the signal from which the relays are controlled.
There shall be DIN rail mounted Dimmer modules to allow for dimming of the related lighting
loads. The Dimmer modules shall be shall be selected in accordance with the type of light
fittings to allow dimming of all type of light
The Smart switches shall be 3gang and 5gang and programmed to send switching, dimming or
curtain, FCU control telegrams to EIB actuators. The smart switch interface shall have the
following
Status LEDs under the operating element (red and green for the current status and
configurable for display as per requirement).
Operating element with backlit LED for labeling field.
Integrated Room Thermostat.
Scene recalling.
With inbuilt IR Receiver.
In addition to using the rockers on the Smart switch described above , the switch sensor can
also be controlled remotely via the infrared handheld transmitter to achieve all the
functionality available with the switch interface directly. Optionally with the same remote it
would be also possible to control other third party AV systems.
The touch color panel shall be a flush mounted 6 inch display to be used for centralized
control to offer a number of functionality like switching, dimming, curtain control, switch time
control, light scene control etc. Operation of the touch panel shall be simple and intuitive by
means of a PDA pen, the functions shall be carried out by means of the touch screen buttons
labeled in clear text. Control of the functions shall be facilitated by a clear menu structure. The
touch panel shall have the following functionality:
Switching: The individual and flexible configuration of the touch buttons shall allow
switching all electrical units which are integrated into the EIB system, especially lamps.
The respective switching statuses shall be available in the display either as plain text or
as symbols.
Scenes : Individual light atmospheres can be called up using e.g. light scenes, i.e.
different lights shall be automatically set to different brightness values in a given room.
At the same time, e.g. the blind or linen is rolled down or temperature shall go to
standby. In this way, individual lighting scenes for the most varied situations, e.g.
reading, watching TV or for presentations and demonstrations shall be realized.
Schedules: All switching functions for lighting, blinds or the cooling system shall also be
controlled automatically using time programmes. A consumer, e.g. a lamp shall be
switched ON or OFF on certain days, every day or during the weekend only if desired.
Astro function: The astro function shall automatically adapts the switching times to the
course of the year (e.g. the blinds open earlier during summer than during winter).
Holiday schedules: If certain time programmes are to be carried out only during your
holidays (e.g. temperature reduction) or not during your holidays (e.g. automatic outdoor
lights), the holiday function shall allow setting this in the time programmes.
Presence simulation: To make your house appear as if there are people living in it
although when it is vacant, the integrated presence simulation function shall be enabled.
This function shall allow switching up to 10 units on and off during the day or opening
and closing the blinds.
Alarms: The user shall be notified by faults in the EIB system or triggered alerts, the
room/control panel shall generate and manage messages and show them on the display.
The following status shall be provided on the touch screen for each FCU for
monitoring purpose
Messages: It shall be possible to leave a text message for someone by using the info
function.
– Movement UP/DOWN
– Stop/louver adjustment
– Move into position (up to 4 preset positions)
– Set position (modification of the preset position during operation)
– Move to position 0…255
The MV cables shall be supplied, inspected, laid, tested and commissioned in accordance with
drawings, Specifications, relevant Standard Specifications and cable manufacturer's
instruction.
3.2 Material
The MV cables shall be cross linked polyethylene (XLPE) insulated PVC inner sheathed and
HR PVC / FRLS PVC outer sheath of 1100 volts grade as asked for in the schedule of
quantities. Cables upto16 sq.mm shall be with copper conductor and 25sq.mm and above shall
be with aluminium conductor.
3.3.1 All XLPE Aluminium/Copper Power cables shall be 1100 Volts grade, multi core
constructed as per IS : 7098 Part-I of 1988 as follows :
b) Cores laid up
c) The inner sheath should be bonded over with thermo-plastic material for protection
against mechanical and electrical damage.
d) Armoring should be provided over the inner sheath to guard against mechanical
damage. Armouring should be Galvanised steel wires or galvanised steel strips. (In
single core cables used in A.C. system armouring should be non-magnetic hard
aluminium Wires/Strips. Round steel wires should be used where diameter over the
inner sheath does not exceed 13 mm; above 13 mm flat steel armour should be
used. Round wire of different sizes should be provided against specific request.)
e) The outer sheath should be specially formulated heat resistant black PVC
compound conforming to the requirement of type ST2 of IS: 5831-1984 extruded
to form the outer sheath.
3.3.3 Insulation shall be of XLPE type as per latest IS general purpose insulation for
maximum rated conductor temperature 70 degree centigrade.
3.3.4 In Inner sheath laid up cores shall be bonded over with thermoplastic material for
protection against mechanical and electrical damage.
3.3.5 Insulation, inner sheath and outer sheath shall be applied by extrusion and lapping up
process only.
3.3.10 The cables shall be suitable for laying in racks, ducts, trenches, conduits and underground
buried installation with uncontrolled back fill and chances of flooding by water.
3.3.11 Progressive automatic in line sequential marking of the length of cables in meters at every
one meter shall be provided on the outer sheath of all cables.
3.3.12 Cables shall be supplied in non returnable wooden drums as per IS : 10418.
Both ends of the cables shall be properly sealed with PVC/Rubber caps so as to eliminate
ingress of water during transportation, storage and erection.
Aluminium Conductor A
XLPE Insulation 2X
Steel round wire armour W
Steel strip armour F
Steel Double round wire armour WW
Steel Double strip armour FF
Non-magnetic (Al.) round wire armour Wa
Non-magnetic (Al.) strip armour Fa
PVC outer sheath Y
3.4 Inspection
All cables shall be inspected by the contractor upon receipt at site and checked for any damage
during transit.
The Contractor shall take care to see that all the cables received at site are apportioned to
various locations in such a manner as to ensure maximum utilization and avoid cable jointing.
This apportioning shall be got approved by the Owner‟s site representative before the cables
are cut to lengths. Where joints are unavoidable heat shrinkable type joints shall be made. The
location of such joints shall be got approved from the Owner‟s site representative and shall
be identified through a marker.
All cable joints shall be made in suitable, approved cable joint boxes and the filling in of
compound shall be done in accordance with manufactures' instructions and in an approved
manner. All straight through joints shall be done in epoxy mould boxes with epoxy resin.
All cables shall be joined colour to colour and tested for continuity and insulation resistance
before jointing commence. The seals of cables must not be removed until preparations for
jointing are completed. Joints shall be finished on the same day as commenced and sufficient
protection from the weather shall be arranged. The conductors shall be efficiently insulated
with high voltage insulating tape and by using of spreaders of approved size and pattern. The
joints shall be completely topped up with epoxy compound so as to ensure that the box is
properly filled.
Cable end termination shall be done in cable terminal box using crimping sockets and proper
size of glands of double compression type
Where a cable enters any piece of apparatus, it shall be connected to the casing by means of an
approved type of armour clamp and gland. The clamps must grip the armouring firmly to the
gland or casing, so that no undue stress is passed on to the cable conductors.
Cables shall be laid by skilled and experienced workmen using adequate rollers to
minimize stretching of the cable. The cable drums shall be placed on jacks before
unwinding the cable. Great care shall be exercised in laying cables to avoid forming kinks.
The relative position of the cables, laid on the cable tray shall be preserved and the
cables shall not cross each other. At all changes in direction in horizontal and
vertical planes, the cable shall be bent smooth with a radius as recommended by the
manufacturer‟s. All cables shall be laid with minimum one diameter gap and shall be
clamped at every metre to the cable tray. Cables shall be tagged for identification
with aluminum tag and clamped properly at every 20M. Tags shall be provided at
both ends and all changes in directions both sides of wall and floor crossings. All
cable shall be identified by embossing on the tag the size of the cable, place of origin
and termination.
All cables passing through holes in floor or walls shall be sealed with fire retardant
Sealant and shall be painted with fire retardant paint upto one meter on all joints,
terminations and both sides of the wall crossings by “VIPER CABLE RETARD”.
The width of trench for laying single cable shall be minimum 350 mm. Where
more than one cable is to be laid in horizontal formation, the width of the trench shall
be workout by providing 200 mm gap between the cables, except where otherwise
specified. There shall be clearance of 150 mm between the end cable and the side
wall of the trench. The minimum depth of the cable trench shall not be less than 750
mm for single layer of cables. When the cables are laid in more than one tier the
depth of the trench shall be increased by 300 mm for each additional tier.
Back Filling : The trenches shall be back filled with excavated earth free from
stones or other sharp edged debris and shall be rammed and watered, if necessary,
in successive layers not exceeding 300 mm. Unless otherwise specified, a crown
of earth not less than 50 mm in the centre and tapering towards the sides of the
trench shall be left to allow for subsidence.
Cables inside buildings shall be laid on the cable trays. All cables passing through walls
shall run through GI Pipes sleeves of adequate diameter 50 mm apart maintaining the relative
position over the entire length.
Route marker shall be provided along straight runs of the cables not exceeding 30 meters
also for change in the direction of the cable route and underground joints.
Route marker shall be of cast iron painted with aluminum paint. The size of marker shall be
100 mm dia with “Cable” and voltage grade inscribed on it.
Ladder and perforated type Cable Trays shall be of Hot dip Galvanized type and factory
fabricated out of CRCA sheet with standard accessories like tee, bends, couplers etc. for
different loads and number and size of cables as given below :
a. 1500 mm wide
Runners 25 x 100 x 25 x 3 mm
Rungs 2# 20 x 40 x 20 x 3 mm 250 mm C/C
Suspenders 2 Nos. 40 x 40 x 5 mm GI angle 1500 mm C/C with base support of 40x
40 x 5mm GI angle.
b. 1200 mm wide
Runners 25 x 100 x 25 x 3 mm
Rungs 2# 20 x 40 x 20 x 3 mm 250 mm C/C
Suspenders 2 Nos. 40 x 40 x 5 mm GI angle 1500 mm C/C with base support of 40x
40 x 5mm GI angle.
c. 1000 mm wide
Runners 25 x 100 x 25 x 3 mm
Rungs 2# 20 x 40 x 20 x 3 mm 250 mm C/C
Suspenders 2 Nos. 40 x 40 x 5 mm GI angle 1500 mm C/C with base support of 40x
40 x 5mm GI angle.
d. 750 mm wide
Runners 20 x 75 x 20 x 2.5 mm
Rungs 20 x 30 x 20 x 2.5 mm 250 mm C/C
Suspenders 2 Nos. 32 x 32 x 5 mm GI angle 1800 mm C/C with base support of 40x
40 x 5mm GI angle.
f. 450 mm wide
Runners 20 x 75 x 20 x 2.5 mm
Rungs 20 x 30 x 20 x 2.5 mm 250 mm C/C
Suspenders 2 Nos. 25 x 25 x 4 mm GI angle 1800 mm C/C with base support of 40x
40 x 5mm GI angle.
g. Supply and fixing of perforated type cable trays of the following sizes of pre-
galvanized iron.
i. 600 x 40 x 40 x 2 mm thick
i. 450 x 40 x 40 x 2 mm thick
i. 300 x 40 x 40 x 2 mm thick
ii. 150 x 40 x 40 x 2 mm thick
Note : Suitable length of 10 mm dia GI rod suspenders at 1800 mm interval shall be included
in the item for perforated type cable tray.
General Requirements
I. Quality of Zinc
Minimum weight of zinc coating for mild steel flats with thickness upto 6 mm in
accordance with IS:6745-1972 shall be 400 g/sqm.
The weight of coating expressed in grams per square metre shall be calculated by
dividing the total weight of Zinc by total area (both sides) of the coated surface.
The Zinc coating shall be uniform, smooth and free from imperfections as flux, ash
and dross inclusions, bare patches black spots, pimples, lumpiness, runs, rust stains
bulky white deposits, blisters.
Mild steel flats / wires shall undergo a process of degreasing pickling in acid, cold
rinsing and then galvanizing.
The fire retardant paint / barrier shall be listed by independent test agencies such as UL, FM
or OPL and be tested to, and pass the criteria of ASTM E 814 ( UL1479) standard test method
for fire test through- penetration fire stops and ASTM E 1996 ( UL 2079) standard test method
for fire resistive joint system/
The Fire resistant cable coating / painting shall be intumescent / ablative, water based
compound, The coating shall expand up to 10 times, supplied in a manufacturer seal container
indicating manufacturing and expiry dates. The coating material shall be non-toxic, asbestos
free, & halogen free and shall have good mechanical strength. The colour of paint shall be
white and density of coating shall be 1.3kg/ltr , coating shall have a snap time of 30 minutes,
the expansion shall begin at 230 deg.C and it shall have a oxygen index of 41%.
Coating shall be applied by ordinary paint brush after cleaning the cables of dust and oil
deposition. A minimum textured finish of 3 mm wet film thickness shall be achieved by
applying the material in 2-3 layers leaving intervals of 2 to 8 hours depending upon the
moisture and thickness, moisture and temperature hours between each coat.
The framing & fixing part of fire barrier sheet shall be very simple & directly fixed around
walls & floors by help of anchored bolts & washer. For 2 hour fire rating the fire barrier sheet
shall be minimum 7.62 mm thick and shall be cut as per the profile of penetration and opening.
The small gap left around the penetration shall be closed with fire rated soft & mouldable
putty. Fire barrier must be design on the intumescent technology to seal larger penetration
through the fire rated walls & floors.Fire barrier must be a composite construction with the
quality incorporated with organic/ inorganic fire resistive elastomeric sheet with specific
gravity of 1.6 gm/ cubic centimeter.
Cables shall be tested at works for all routine tests as per IS including the following tests
before being dispatched to site by the project team.
Test shall also be conducted at site for insulation between phases and between phase and earth
for each length of cable, before and after jointing. On completion of cable laying work, the
following tests shall be conducted in the presence of the Owner‟s site representative.
All tests shall be carried out in accordance with relevant Standard Code of Practice and
Electricity Rules. The Contractor shall provide necessary instruments, equipment and
labour for conducting the above tests and shall bear all expenses in connection with such
tests. All tests shall be carried out in the presence of the Owner‟s site representative, results
will be noted and signed by all present and record be maintained.
General
(a) Trunking and fittings shall comply with BS 2989 or Indian Standard of IS277 with
a GI coating thickness of 275GSM.
(c) All multi-compartment trunking systems shall maintain the stated segregation
throughout, including all accessories.
(d) Trunking shall be manufactured using pregalvanised sheet steel. Trunking shall be
spot welded & arc welded throughout its length for better impact resistant and
to prevent concrete seepage during installation. The trunking shall normally be
supplied in 2500mm lengths with a material thickness of 1.6mm. Lengths of
trunking, shall be coupled together by means of joint sleeves, made of pre
galvanized GI with 275 GSM GI coating. At each joint in the trunking, continuity
shall be maintained by means of copper links, not less than 25 x 3 mm to achieve an
acceptable earth loop impedance level in compliance with BS 2989, fixed with brass
nuts, bolts and serrated washers. Removal of any lid no matter how it is fitted shall
not affect the earth continuity of the trunking. LSZH copper cable link with cable lugs
may be used, if the proper connection method is provided to avoid long term
corrosion and electrolytic action. The LSZH cable shall have an equivalent cross
sectional area to the copper links. Bonding link shall be fixed on external surfaces.
(e) Manufacturer‟s standard fittings shall be used for all connections and changes of
direction. All vertical bends, Crossover boxes, access outlets, and junction boxes
shall be of the same manufacturer as the trunking. Trunking shall not be cut or
bent to form bends, flanges or attachments. Gusset bends shall be used wherever
necessary to provide sufficient bending radius for the cables. Site fabricated
items shall not be accepted.
(f) The minimum size shall be 50mm by 40mm with single compartment. The maximum
recommended size for the trunking is upto 300mm by 40mm with triple
compartments.
(g) All inside edges of trunking shall be smooth and provision shall be made to prevent
abrasion at bends.
(h) Cable retaining straps supplied by the trunking manufacturer shall be fitted at
intervals not exceeding 1m. Where trunking passes through walls, floors and ceilings,
proprietary fire barriers shall be installed in the trunking. The fire barrier shall have a
rating not less than that of the original construction of the opening.
Trunking shall be adequately supported throughout its length. Trunking support and channel
shall be quick-fixing type and shall be such as to space the trunking a minimum of 13mm from
any part of the wall or bulkhead.
(i) A minimum of two fixings shall be provided between joints in the trunking except
where the distance between is less than the maximum spacing.
(k) Flush or buried trunking and under floor metal ducts shall comply with BS 2989.
(l) The space factor for cables installed in trunking shall not exceed 35% as per IEE
regulations.
(m) All lengths of vertical run trunking in excess of 3000mm shall contain cable supports
made of insulating, non-hygroscopic, non-combustible material. The spacing between
such supports shall not exceed 1800mm. An additional support shall be provided at
the top of all vertical runs exceeding 3000mm, to support the weight of the cable and
distribute the cables within the trunking to prevent undue compression of the
installation.
(n) Where trunking crosses expansion joints, a trunking fitting shall be used which shall
allow for expansion and maintain earth continuity.
(o) Suitable cutout on underfloor trunking at ticket barriers shall be provided to suit
Automatic Fare Collection System Contractor‟s requirement. The cutout shall not
have a sharp edge or abrasive effect on cables. The location and route for the cutout
and under floor trunking shall be according to Working Drawings.
(p) Trunking installed externally shall be manufactured from galvanized sheet steel in
accordance with BS 2989 protection Class 3, or other international standards.
Trunking installed internally shall be of Class 2.
(q) Partitions or dividers shall be of the same material and finish as the trunking. The
method of fixing shall not cause any long-term corrosion or electrolytic action.
(r) Connections to multiple boxes, switchgear and distribution boards shall be made with
multi compartment vertical access boxes. Expansion joints in long continuous runs
shall be provided as recommended by the manufacturer.
Access Outlets are made of very high quality materials to withstand heavy load and
corrosion.
Manufactured from high-pressure die cast material for strength &durability.
The trap frame & trap are made of flame retardant Engineering Plastic - ABS &
Polyamide ratchet for strength & durability.
The Trap Frame can be easily removed by pulling either one of the Nylon Bars to detach
& remove the unit for servicing or installation of accessories to save installation &
servicing time.
Patented screw less ratchet bar level adjusting system to match with screed / floor height.
The trap lid is self-adjustable to any floor finish thickness.
Trap cover must be reinforced with a 2.5mm thick pre-galvanized steel plate to provide
rigidity & added strength. Trap lid to have a screw less knob-hinged design for quick
mounting on to the frame requiring minimum maintenance.
Main Distribution Panels, Sub-Distribution Panels and Final Distribution shall be covered
under this section. Panels/Boards shall be suitable for operation on 3 Phase/single
phase, 415/240 volts, 50 cycles, 4 wire system with neutral grounded at transformer. All
Distribution panels shall be CPRI tested design and manufactured by a approved manufacturer.
CPRI certificate shall be made available.
Distribution panels shall comply with the latest Relevant Indian Standards and Electricity
Rules and Regulations and shall be as per IS-13947-1993.
Distribution panels shall be 2 mm thick sheet steel cabinet for indoor installation, dead front,
floor mounting/wall mounting type and shall be form 3b construction. The Distribution
panels shall be totally enclosed, completely dust and vermin proof and shall be with hinged
doors and folded covers, Neoprene gasket, padlocking arrangement and bolted back. All
removable/ hinged doors and covers shall be grounded by flexible standard connectors.
Distribution panel shall be suitable for the climatic conditions as specified in Special
Conditions. Steel sheets used in the construction of Distribution panels shall be 2 mm thick
and shall be folded and braced as necessary to provide a rigid support for all components.
Joints of any kind in sheet metal shall be seam welded, all welding, slag shall be rounded off
and welding pits wiped smooth with plumber metal. The general construction shall confirm to
IS-8623-1977 (Part-1) for factory built assembled switchgear & control gear for voltage upto
and including 1100 V AC.
All panels and covers shall be properly fitted and square with the frame, and holes in the
panel correctly positioned. Fixing screws shall enter into holes tapped into an adequate
thickness of metal or provided with wing nuts. Self-threading screws shall not be used in the
construction of Distribution panels. A base channel of 75 mm x 40 mm x 5 mm thick shall be
provided at the bottom for floor mounted panels. Minimum operating clearance of 275
mm shall be provided between the floor of Distribution panels and the lowest operating
height.
Distribution panels shall be of adequate size with a provision of spare switchgear as indicated
on the Single Line Diagram. Feeders shall be arranged in multi-tier. Knockout holes of
appropriate size and number shall be provided in the Distribution panels in conformity with
the location of cable/conduit connections. Removable sheet steel plates shall be provided at
the top to make holes for additional cable entry at site if required.
Every cabinet shall be provided with Trifoliate or engraved metal name plates. All panels
shall be provided with circuit diagram engraved on PVC sheet. All live accessible
connections shall be shrouded and shall be finger touch proof and minimum clearance
between phase and earth shall be 20 mm and phase to phase shall be 25 mm.
Bus bar and interconnections shall be of high conductivity electrolytic grade aluminium /
copper as indicated in the bill of quantities complying with requirement of IS : 5082 – 1981
and of rectangular cross section suitable for carrying the rated full load current and short
circuit current and shall be extendable on either side. Bus bars and interconnections shall be
insulated with heat shrinkable sleeve of 1.1 KV grade and shall be colour coded. Bus bars
shall be supported on glass fiber reinforced thermosetting plastic insulated supports at regular
intervals to withstand the force arising from in case of short circuit in the system. All bus
bars shall be provided in a separate chamber and all connections shall be done by bolting.
Additional cross sectional area to be added to the bus bar to compensate for the holes. All
connections between bus bars and breakers shall be through solid copper / aluminium strips
of proper size to carry full rated current and insulated with insulating sleeves. Maximum
current density for the busbars shall be 0.8 A/sq.mm for aluminium and 1.4 A/sq.mm for
copper busbars.
Maximum allowable temperature for the Bus bar to be restricted to 85 deg C
Unless otherwise specified, in the case of external surface of enclosures of bus bar
compartment which shall be accessible but do not need to be touched during normal operation,
an increase in the temperature rise limits of 25° C above ambient temperature shall be
permissible for metal surface and of 15° C above ambient temperature for insulating surfaces
as per IS 8623(Part-2) 1993.
All main distribution panels and sub distribution panels shall be provided with MCCB of
appropriate capacity as per Single Line Diagram. All final Distribution boards shall be
provided with Miniature Circuit Breakers. Final Single Phase Distribution boards shall be
connected to the incoming supply through double pole MCB units & earth leakage circuit
breakers. All wiring for final distribution boards shall be concealed behind 5 mm thick
bakelite sheet or M S sheet cover. All Distribution boards shall be completely factory wired,
ready for connection. All the terminals shall be of proper current rating and sized to suit
individual feeder requirements. Each circuit shall be clearly numbered from left to right to
correspond with wiring diagram. All the switches and circuits shall be distinctly marked with a
small description of the service installed.
Continuous earth bus sized for prospective fault current shall be provided with arrangement for
connecting to station earth at two points. Hinged doors/ frames shall be connected to earth
through adequately sized flexible braids.
Cable compartment of adequate size shall be provided in the Distribution panels for easy
clamping of all incoming and outgoing cables entering from the top/bottom. Adequate
supports shall be provided in cable compartment to support cables.
4.4.1 The ACB shall conform to the requirements of IEC 60947-2 / IS 13947-2 and shall be type
tested & certified for compliance to standards from–CPRI, ERDA/ any accredited international
lab. The circuit breaker shall be suitable for 415 V + 10%, 50 Hz supply system. Air Circuit
Breakers shall be with moulded housing flush front, draw out type and shall be provided with a
trip free manual operating mechanism or as indicated in drawings and bill of quantities
with mechanical "ON" "OFF" “TRIP” indications.
The ACB shall be 3/ 4 pole with modular construction, draw out, manually or electrically
operated version as specified. The circuit breakers shall be for continuous rating and service
short Circuit Breaking capacity (Ics) shall be as specified on the single line diagram and
should be equal to the Ultimate breaking capacity(Icu) and short circuit withstand values(Icw)
for 1 sec.
Circuit breakers shall be designed to „close' and `trip' without opening the circuit breaker
compartment door. The operating handle and the mechanical trip push button shall be at the
front of the breakers panel. Inspection of main contacts should be possible without using any
tools. The ACB shall be provided with a door interlock. i.e. door should not be open when
circuit breaker is closed and breaker should not be closed when door is open.
All current carrying parts shall be silver plated and suitable arcing contacts with proper arc
chutes shall be provided to protect the main contacts. The ACB shall have double insulation
(Class-II) with moving and fixed contacts totally enclosed for enhanced safety and in
accessibility to live parts. All electrical closing breaker shall be with electrical motor wound
stored energy spring closing mechanism with mechanical indicator to provide ON/OFF status
of the ACB.
4.4.2 Cradle
The cradle shall be so designed and constructed as to permit smooth withdrawal and insertion
of the breaker into it. The movements shall be free from jerks, easy to operate and shall be on
steel balls/rollers and not on flat surfaces.
There shall be 4 distinct and separate position of the circuit breaker on the cradle.
Racking Interlock in Connected/Test/Disconnected Position.
Service Position : Main Isolating contacts and control contacts of the breaker
are engaged.
Test Position : Main Isolating contacts are isolated but control contacts
are still engaged.
Isolated Position : Both main isolating and control contacts are isolated.
There shall be provision for locking the breaker in any or all of the first three positions.
b. Operation of Circuit breaker shall not be possible unless it is fully in service, test or
drawn out position.
d. All Switchgear module front covers shall have provision for locking.
4.4.3 Protections
The breaker should be equipped with micro-controller based , communicable type release with
RS 485 port for communication to offer accurate and versatile protection with complete
flexibility and shall offer complete over current protection to the electrical system in the
following four zones :
The release shall sample the current at the rate of 16 times per cycle to monitor the
actual load current waveform flowing in the system and shall monitor the true RMS
value of the load current. It shall take into account the effect of harmonics also.
b. Thermal Memory
When the breaker shall reclose after tripping on overload, then the thermal stresses
caused by the overload if not dissipated completely, shall get stored in the memory of
the release and this thermal memory shall ensure reduced tripping time in case of
subsequent overloads. Realistic Hot/Cold curves shall take into account the integrated
heating effects to offer closer protection to the system.
A variety of pick-up and time delay settings shall be available to define the current
thresholds and the delays to be set independently for different protection zones
thereby achieving a close-to-ideal protection curve.
d. Trip Indication
Individual fault indication for each type of fault should be provided by LEDs for
faster fault diagnosis.
e. Self powered
The release shall draw its power from the main breaker CTs and shall require no
external power supply for its operation.
Steps : 0.4, 0.5, 0.55, 0.60, 0.65, Steps 0.5,1, 2,4, 6, 8,12,18,24
0.70, 0.75, 0.80, 0.85, 0.90, 0.95, and 30 secs
1.00.
Tolerance : Corresponding to
Operating Limit : 1.05 to 1.2 times ±10% of current.
Ir
Short Time 2 to 10 times Ir 20 ms to 600 ms
Steps : 2,3,4,6,8,10,12
Tolerance : ±10%
Ground Fault 0.2 to 0.6 time In 100 ms to 400 ms
All incomer ACBs shall have following additional protections other than mentioned above.
Under and over voltage
Under and over frequency
Restricted Earth Fault protection
Trip Circuit supervision with PS class CT‟s.
Undercurrent, ( for DG set only)
Reverse power ( for DG set only)
Phase sequence reversal ( for DG set only)
Load shedding and reconnection thru programmable contacts.
Release should display the Contact wear indication.
The release should provide local indication of actual %age loading at any instant. The release
should be able to communicate on MODBUS RTU protocol using inbuilt RS485 port and shall
be integral part of supply with trip unit.Parameters of the Protection Release should be
changeable from Release as well as thru communication network. Release should have
graphical LCD for display of power parameters. The release of incoming breakers should
provide comprehensive metering with the following parameters
Phase currents (running, avg & max) – All parameters in single window.
Release should be able to capture short circuit current on which ACB has tripped. The
last ten trips and alarms shall be stored in memory with the date & time stamping along
with type of fault and alarm. The sensing CT Should be Rogowsky type with
measurement precision of 1%.
PF
Frequency
Protection
The ACB control unit shall offer the following protection functions as standard:
Long-time (LT) protection with an adjustable current setting and time delay;
Short-time (ST) protection with an adjustable pick-up and time delay;
instantaneous (INST) protection with an adjustable pick-up and an OFF
Position.
Current and time delay setting shall be indicated in amperes and seconds respectively
On a digital display.
Earth-fault protection with an adjustable pick-up and time delay shall be provided if
indicated on the appended single-line diagram.
Measurements
An ammeter with a digital display shall indicate the true rms values of the currents for
each phase. Release shall acknowledge the current & time delay settings done by user on
the LCD display.
A LED bargraph shall simultaneously display the load level on the three phases.
A maximeter shall store in memory and display the maximum current value observed
since the last reset. The data shall continue to be stored and displayed even after opening
of the circuit breaker.
I. The safety shutter shall prevent inadvertent contact with isolating contacts when
breaker is withdrawn from the Cradle.
II. It shall not be possible to interchange two circuit breakers of two different thermal
ratings. For Draw-out breakers, an arrangement shall be provided to prevent rating
mismatch between breaker and cradle.
III. There shall be provision of positive earth connection between fixed and moving
portion of the ACB either thru connector plug or sliding solid earth mechanism.
Earthing bolts shall be provided on the cradle or body of fixed ACB.
IV. The incoming panel accommodating ACB shall be provided with indicating lamps for
ON-OFF positions, digital voltmeter and ammeter of size not less than 96 mm x 96
mm, selector switches, MCB for protection circuit and measuring instrument circuits.
V. It shall be possible to bolt the draw out frame not only in connected position but also
in TEST and DISCONNECTED position to prevent dislocation due to vibration and
shocks.
VI. Draw out breakers should not close unless in distinct Service/Test/Isolated positions.
The MCCB should be current limiting type with trip time of less than 10 msec under short
circuit conditions. The MCCB should be either 3 or 4 poles as specified in BOQ. MCCB shall
comply with the requirements of the relevant standards IS13947 – Part 2/IEC 60947-2 and
should have test certificates for Breaking capacities from independent test authorities CPRI /
ERDA or any accredited international lab.
MCCB shall comprise of Quick Make -break switching mechanism, arc extinguishing device
and the tripping unit shall be contained in a compact, high strength, heat resistant, flame
retardant, insulating moulded case with high withstand capability against thermal and
mechanical stresses
The breaking capacity of MCCB shall be as specified in the schedule of quantities. The rated
service breaking capacity (Ics) should be equal to rated ultimate breaking capacities (Icu).
MCCBs for motor application should be selected in line with Type-2 Co-ordination as per
IEC-60947-2, 1989/IS 13947-2. The breaker as supplied with ROM should meet IP54 degree
of protection.
The MCCB shall employ maintenance free minimum let-through energies and capable of
achieving discrimination up to the full short circuit capacity of the downstream MCCB.
The manufacturer shall provide both the discrimination tables and let-through
energy curves for all.
Protection Functions
4.5.2 Testing
a) Original test certificate of the MCCB as per IEC 60947-1 &2 or IS13947 shall be
furnished.
b) Pre-commissioning tests on the switch board panel incorporating the MCCB shall be
done as per standard specifications.
Moulded, case circuit breakers shall be provided with the following interlocking devices for
interlocking the door of a switch board.
b)Door interlock to prevent the door being opened when the breaker is in ON position.
The MCCB shall be current limiting type and comprise of quick make – Break
switching mechanism. MCCBs shall be capable of defined variable overload
adjustment. All MCCBs rated 200 Amps and above shall have adjustable over load
& short circuit pick-up both in Thermal magnetic and Microprocessor Trip Units.
All MCCB with microprocessor based release unit, the protection shall be adjustable
Overload, Short circuit and earth fault protection with time delay.
The trip command shall override all other commands.
Motor circuit breakers shall conform to the general recommendations of standard IEC 947 -1,2
and 4 (VDE 660, 0113 NF EN 60 947-1-2-4, BS 4752) and to standards UL 508 and CSA
C22-2 N°14.
The devices shall be in utilization category A, conforming to IEC 947-2 and AC3 conforming
to IEC 947-4.MPCB shall have a rated operational and insulation voltage of 690V AC (50 Hz)
and MPCB shall be suitable for isolation conforming to satandrd IEC 60947-2 and shall have a
rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp) of 6 kV. The motor circuit breakers shall be designed
to be mounted vertically or horizontally without derating. Power supply shall be from the top
or from the bottom. In order to ensure maximum safety, the contacts shall be isolated from
other functions such as the operating mechanism, casing, releases, auxiliaries, etc, by high
performance thermoplastic chambers. The operating mechanism of the motor circuit breakers
must have snap action opening and closing with free tripping of the control devices. All the
poles shall close, open, and trip simultaneously. The motor circuit breakers shall accept a
padlocking device in the “isolated” position.
The motor circuit breakers shall be equipped with a “PUSH TO TRIP” device on the front
enabling the correct operation of the mechanism and poles opening to be checked. The
auxiliary contacts shall be front or side mounting, and both arrangements shall be possible.
The front-mounting attachments shall not change the breaker surface area. Depending on its
mounting direction the single pole contact block could be NO or NC. All the electrical
auxiliaries and accessories shall be equipped with terminal blocks and shall be plug-in type.
The motor circuit breakers shall have a combination with the downstream contactor enabling
the provision of a perfectly co-ordinated motor-starter. This combination shall enable type 1 or
type 2 co-ordination of the protective devices conforming to IEC 60947-4-1.Type 2 co-
ordination shall be guaranteed by tables tested and certified by an official laboratory: LOVAG
(or other official laboratory).The motor circuit breakers, depending on the type, could be
equipped with a door-mounted operator which shall allow the device setting. The motor circuit
breakers shall be equipped with releases comprising a thermal element assuring overload
protection and a magnetic element for short-circuit protection. In order to ensure safety and
avoid unwanted tripping, the magnetic trip threshold (fixed) shall be factory set to an average
value of 12 Ir.
All the elements of the motor circuit breakers shall be designated to enable operation at an
ambient temperature of 60°C without derating. The thermal trips shall be adjustable on the
front by a rotary selector. The adjustment of the protection shall be simultaneous for all poles.
Phase unbalance and phase loss detection shall be available. Temperature compensation (-
20°C to +60°C)
The housing shall be heat resistant and having a high impact strength. The terminals shall be
protected against finger contact to IP20 Degree of protection. All DP, TP, TPN and 4 Pole
miniature circuit breakers shall have a common trip bar independent to the
external operating handle.
I. System of Operation
Residual Current Circuit Breaker shall confirm to IEC 61008.RCCB shall work on the
principle of core balance transformer. The incoming shall pass through the torroidal core
transformer. As long as the currents in the phase and neutral shall be the same, no electro
motive force shall be generated in the secondary winding of the transformer. In the event
of a leakage to earth, an unbalance shall be created which shall cause a current to be
generated in the secondary winding, this current shall be fed to a highly sensitive miniature
relay, which shall trip the circuit if the earth leakage current exceeds a predetermined
critical value. RCCB shall be current operated independent of the line voltage, current
sensitivity shall be of 30 mA at 240/415 volts AC and shall have a minimum of 20,000
electrical operations.
The moving contacts of the phases shall be mounted on a common bridge, actuated by a
rugged toggle mechanism. Hence, the closing /opening of all the three phases shall occur
simultaneously. This also shall ensure simultaneous opening of all the contacts under tripping
conditions.
The neutral moving contact shall be so mounted on the common bridge that, at the time of
closing, the neutral shall make contact First before the phases; and at the time of opening,
the neutral shall breaks last after allowing the phases to open first. This is an important
safety feature which is also required by regulations.
A test device shall be incorporated to check the integrity of the earth leakage detection
system and the tripping mechanism. When the unit is connected to service, pressing the test
knob shall trip the ELCB / RCCB and the operating handle shall move to the "OFF"
position.
4.10 Painting
All sheet steel work shall undergo a process of degreasing, pickling in acid, cold rinsing,
phosphating, passivaiting (seven tank processing) and then painted with electrostatic paint
(Powder coating). The shade of colour of panel inside/outside shall be as per BOQ confirming
to IS Code No.5.
4.11 Labels
Engraved PVC labels shall be provided on all incoming and outgoing feeder. Circuit
diagram showing the arrangements of the circuit inside the distribution panels shall be
pasted on inside of the panel door and covered with transparent plastic sheet.
4.12 Meters
iii. All CT‟s connection for meters shall be through Test Terminal Block (TTB).
iv. CT ratio and burdens shall be as specified on the Single line diagram.
Current transformers shall be provided for Distribution panels carrying current in excess of
60 amps. All phase shall be provided with current transformers of suitable VA burden
with 5 amps secondaries for operation of associated metering.
The CTs shall confirm to relevant Indian Standards. The design and construction shall be dry
type, epoxy resin cast robust to withstand thermal and dynamic stresses during short circuits.
Secondary terminals of CTs shall be brought out suitable to a terminal block which shall be
easily accessible for testing and terminal connections. The protection CTs shall be of accuracy
class 5P10 and measurement CTs shall be of accuracy class I.
Potential free contacts shall be provided for connection to Building Automation System in
panels indicated in Schedule of Quantities.
All meters and indicating instruments shall be in accordance with relevant Indian Standards.
Meters shall be flush mounted type. Indicating lamps shall be of low burden, and shall be
backed up with 2 amps MCB/MPCB as per relevant fault level and toggle switch.
I. IS: 8623 (Part -I) 1977 for factory built assemblies of switch gear for voltages upto
and including 1000 VAC.
II. IS: 13947 : 1993 Degree of protection
III. IS: 5578 & 11353:1985 Arrangement of bus bars.
4.17 Wiring
In wiring a distribution panel it shall be insured that total load of various distribution panel
and/or consuming devices is divided evenly between the phases and number of ways as per
Consultants drawing.
1 No. 100 W, 240 volts, single phase, 50 Hz AC Anti Condensation space heaters controlled
by thermostat and protected by 6 amps MCB‟s or MPCB‟s as per fault level at the panel shall
be provided in each vertical section of main LT panel and 1 No. 60 watt Anti Condensation
space heater with thermostat shall be provided in each cable alley of main distribution boards
and sub distribution boards.
4.19 Installation
Installation of all LT panels shall include but not limited to the following to complete the
installation, testing and commissioning:
a) All switchboards shall be tested for dielectric test with 1000V megger.
b) All earth connections shall be checked for continuity.
c) All busbar connections shall be checked and tightened properly.
d) All cable terminations and terminal shrouding shall be checked if they are properly done.
e) The operation of protective devices shall be tested by secondary injection test.
f) The operation of circuit breaker shall be tested for all interlocks.
g) Functional test shall be done for all ACBs, MCCBs and other components.
h) Indicating lamps and meters shall be checked for proper working.
FDB‟s shall comply with the latest Relevant Indian Standards and Electricity Rules and
Regulations and shall be as per IS-13947-1993.
FDB‟s shall be made out of 1.6 mm thick high quality CRCA sheet steel and shall be pre-
treated and powder coated sheet steel used in the construction of FDB shall be folded and
braced as necessary to provide a rigid support for all component. FDB shall be suitable for
indoor / outdoor installation, wall mounting free standing type, in double door construction.
The Final Distribution Boards shall be totally enclosed, completely dust and vermin proof and
shall be with hinged doors, Neoprene gasket, padlocking arrangement. All removable/ hinged
doors and covers shall be grounded by 4.0 sq mm tinned stranded copper connectors. Final
Distribution Boards shall be suitable for the climatic conditions. Joints of any kind in sheet
metal shall be seam welded, all welding, slag shall be rounded off and welding pits wiped
smooth with plumber metal. The general construction shall confirm to IS-8623-1977 (Part-1)
for factory built assembled switchgear & control gear for voltage upto and including 1100 V
AC.
All panels and covers shall be properly fitted and square with the frame, and holes in the panel
correctly positioned. Fixing screws shall enter into holes tapped into an adequate thickness of
metal or provided with wing nuts. Self threading screws shall not be used in the construction
of FDBs.
Knockout holes of appropriate size and number shall be provided in the FDB‟s in conformity
with the location of cable/conduit connections. Detachable sheet steel gland plates shall be
provided at the top / bottom to make holes for additional cable entry at site if required.
4.1.1.1 A panel for mounting where appropriate incoming supply circuit breaker & other auxiliaries
for Control & distribution as required.
4.1.1.2 Installation accessories shall be part of the DB for fixing conductor and rails for mounting
MCB‟s and RCCB‟s etc.. neutral bus bars & earthing bus bars required in the circuit. All
busbars in the FDB shall be insulated type.
4.1.1.4 The board shall be installed at a height such that the operating is within reach of the normal
human height i.e. 1.2 to 1.8 meters from finish floor level.
4.1.1.5 Degree of protection shall be IP-52 for indoor application, IP-54 for kitchen & laundry and IP-
55 for outdoor application.
4.1.1.6 All three phase distribution boards shall have 4 rows and single phase distribution boards shall
have single rows for housing of MCB‟s and RCCB‟s unless noted otherwise.
4.1.4 Earthing
4.1.5 Painting
All sheet steel work shall undergo a process of degreasing, pickling in acid, cold rinsing,
phosphating, passivaiting (seven tank processing) and then painted with electrostatic paint
(Powder coating). The shade of colour of panel inside/outside shall be of Siemens gray paint
shade no. RAL-7032 of IS Code No.5.
4.1.6 Labels
Engraved PVC labels shall be provided on all incoming and outgoing feeder. Circuit diagram
showing the arrangements of the circuit inside the distribution panels shall be pasted on inside
of the panel door and covered with transparent plastic sheet.
4.1.7 Testing
IV. IS: 8623 (Part -I) 1977 for factory built assemblies of switch gear for voltages upto
and including 1000 VAC.
V. IS: 13947 : 1993 Degree of protection
4.1.8 Wiring
In wiring a distribution panel it shall be insured that total load of various distribution panel
and/or consuming devices is divided evenly between the phases and number of ways as per
Consultants drawing.
The system shall be TNS with four wire supply system (R,Y,B,N and 2 Nos. E) brought from
the main L T Panel. All the non-current carrying metal parts of electrical installation and all
metal conduits trunking, cable sheaths, switchgear, distribution panels, light fittings and all
other parts made of metal shall be bonded together and connected by means of specified
earthing conductors to an efficient earthing system. All metal work such as pipe lines, ducts,
cable trays, stair case railing etc shall be bonded to earth.
All earthing shall be in conformity with IS:3043 1987, and the basic system of earthing shall
be TNS.
The cross sectional area of earthing conductor shall not be smaller than half of the largest
current carrying conductor subject to an upper limit of 80 Sq.mm. If the area of the largest
current carrying conductor or bus bar exceeds 160 sq.mm then two or more earthing
conductors shall be used in parallel, to provide at least half the cross sectional area of the
current carrying conductor or bus bars. All fixtures, outlet boxes, junction boxes and power
circuits upto 15 amps shall be earthed with PVC insulated copper wire.
Main earthing conductors shall be taken from the earth connections at the main L T panel to
an earth electrode with which the connection is to be made. All joints in tapes shall be
with four rivets and shall be brazed in case of copper and by welding bolting in case of GI,
wires shall be connected with crimping lugs, all bolts shall have spring washers. Sub- mains
earthing conductors shall run from the main distribution panel to the sub distribution panel.
Final distribution panel earthing conductors shall run from sub-distribution panel.
Circuit earthing conductor shall run from the exposed metal of equipment and shall be
connected to any point on the main earthing conductor, or its distribution panel. Metal
conduits, cable sheathing and armouring shall be earthed at the ends adjacent to distribution
panel at which they originate, or otherwise at the commencement of the run by an earthing
conductor in effective electrical contact with cable sheathing. Where equipment is
connected by flexible cord, all exposed metal parts of the equipment shall be earthed by
means of an earthing conductor enclosed with the current carrying conductors within the
flexible cord. Switches, accessories, lighting fitting etc. which are rigidly secured in
effective electrical contact with a run of metallic conduit shall not be considered as a part of
the earthing conductor for earthing purposes, even though the run of metallic conduit is
earthed. The installation shall be complete in all respects for efficient and trouble free service.
All work shall be carried out in a first class quality and neat workmanship. Grounding
conductors shall be handled carefully to avoid kinking and cutting of the conductors during
their installation. All exposed ground conductors run shall be taken in a neat manner
horizontal, vertical and parallel to the building walls or columns and shall not be laid
haphazardly. All connections to the grounding grid shall be made with earthing strip welded
to grid and bolted at equipment ends.
Neutral conductor, sprinkler pipes, or pipes conveying gas, water or inflammable liquid,
structural steel work, metallic enclosures, metallic conduits and lightning protection system
conductors shall not be used as a means of earthing an installation or even as a link in an
earthing system. The electrical resistance measured between earth connection at the main L T
panel and any other point on the completed installation shall be low enough to permit the
passage of current necessary to operate or circuit breakers, and shall not exceed 1 ohm.
All switches carrying medium voltage shall be connected with earth by two separate and
distinct connections. The earthing conductors inside the building wherever exposed shall be
properly protected from mechanical injury by running the same in G I pipe of adequate size.
The overlapping in strips at joints where required shall be minimum 75 mm. The joints shall
be riveted and brazed in case of copper and by welding / bolting in case of GI in an approved
manner. Sweated lugs of adequate capacity and size shall be used for termination of all
conductor wires above 6 sq.mm size. Lugs shall be bolted to the equipment body to be earthed
after the metal body is cleaned of paint and other oily substances and properly tinned.
Equipotential bonding of all metallic structures shall be done.
5.6. Earthing
- All earths must be interconnected at the earth pits. This includes generator neutrals,
transformer neutrals, transformer body, lightning protection system earths, UPS earths
etc.
- Extraneous conductive parts such as gas pipes, other service pipes and ducting risers and
pipes of fire protection equipment and exposed metalic parts of the building structure.
5.7 The Contractor shall get the soil resistivity test done at his own cost of the area where earthing
pits are to be located before starting the installation.
General Requirements
I. Quality of Zinc
Zinc to be used shall conform to minimum Zn 98 grade as per requirement of
IS:209-1992.
II. Coating Requirement
Minimum weight of zinc coating for mild steel flats with thickness upto 6 mm in
accordance with IS:6745-1972 shall be 400 g/sqm.
The weight of coating expressed in grams per square metre shall be calculated by
dividing the total weight of Zinc by total area (both sides) of the coated surface.
The Zinc coating shall be uniform, smooth and free from imperfections as flux, ash
and dross inclusions, bare patches black spots, pimples, lumpiness, runs, rust stains
bulky white deposits, blisters.
Mild steel flats / wires shall undergo a process of degreasing pickling in acid, cold
rinsing and then galvanizing. Jointing of earthing tape shall be by welding. All joints
and cut ends shall be properly painted with aluminium paint.
Earthing electrode shall be 600 x 600 x 3.15 mm thick tined copper plate electrode, with 2
Nos 50 x 6 mm copper strips from earth plate electrode to inspection chamber, 50 mm dia
medium class GI pipe, CI funnel with 20 gauge GI wire mesh, masonry chamber 1000 x 500
mm with concrete base C I heavy duty / chequered plate manhole cover with frame painted
with bitumastic paint and packing with mixture of charcoal and common salt around plate
electrode including digging of pit upto permanent moisture level and as per soil condition but
not less than 3 meters and back filling as required.
GI Earth Electrode
Earthing electrode shall be 600 x 600 x 6.3 mm thick GI plate electrode, with 2 nos. 50 X 6
mm GI strips from earth plate electrode to inspection chamber, 50 mm dia medium class GI
pipe, CI funnel with 20 gauge GI wire mesh, masonry chamber 1000 X 500 mm with concrete
base CI manhole cover with frame painted with bitumastic paint and packing with mixture of
charcoal and common salt around plate electrode including digging of pit upto permanent
moisture level but not less than 3 meters and back filling as required.
Clean earth shall be used for earthing UPS / Low volt / Server systems and shall be separate
from safety earthing. Separate earthing electrode shall be provided in the ground and from this
electrode, single core copper cable of required size shall be taken as earth conductor to be laid
in the vertical shaft. This cable shall be terminated on each floor in a earth terminal box
located in the shaft. The earth terminal box shall have 50x6mm copper busbar mounted on
insulators. The busbar shall have facility to terminate the incoming earth cable as well as
required number of outgoing earth conductors.
6.1 General
The static inverter shall be of solid state type using proven Pulse Width Modulation (PWM)
technique. The inverter shall be used to feed all emergency load like light fittings etc. in case
of power failure and hence when normal supply is available these loads will be directly fed
from normal source. This normal power source shall also be used to keep the inverter batteries
fully charged. The inverter equipment shall include all necessary control circuitry and devices
to conform requirements like voltage regulation, current limiting, wave shaping, transient
recovery, automatic synchronization etc. as given below.
The inverter shall utilize Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistors (IGBT) or Intelligent Power
Module (IPM) Transistors which shall provide intelligent features like the drive circuitry,
over-current protection, over temperature protection, control power failure protection and
short circuit protection.
The IGBT / IPM transistors shall enable high speed switching of 6 Khz thus reducing the heat
dissipation in the panel and thereby providing high efficiency.
The inverter output voltage shall not deviate by more than + 5% RMS due to the following
steady state conditions:
The inverter output frequency shall be controlled by an oscillator. The oscillator, while
running asynchronously, shall maintain the frequency as 50 Hz + 0.01% (or + 0.005 Hz).
The inverter output frequency shall not vary during steady state or transient operation due to
the following conditions:
The inverter output shall limit the amount of harmonic content to the values stated in section
1.9. The use of excessive or additional filtering shall not be required to limit the harmonic
content thus maintaining a high level of efficiency, reliability and original equipment footprint.
The inverter output shall be capable of providing an overload current while maintaining rated
output voltage to the values stated in section 1.8. An LED indicator shall be located on the
control panel to identify this condition. If the time limit associated with the overload condition
expires or the overload is in excess of the set current amplitude, the load shall be transferred to
the bypass source without interruption.
The inverter output shall be limited to 150% of rated load current. The two sensing locations
shall operate separately and independently thus providing redundancy and, in the event of a
failure, preventing unnecessary damage to power transistor components / fuses. Load current
above 150% shall cause an immediate transfer of the load to the bypass source for fault
clearing.
The AC output from the inverter shall utilize fuses for overload protection. The inverter shall
utilize a contactor to isolate the inverter output from the critical bus.
6.8 The inverter shall meet the following specifications in addition to other requirements stated
herein:
Inverter Capacity :
Voltage Regulation :
Wave form
a. Normal frequency : 50 Hz
b. Frequency regulation for all
conditions of input supplies, loads and
temperature occurring simultaneously
or in any combination (automatically : + 0.01%
controlled)
Duty : Continuous
7.1 General
At the completion of the work, the contractor shall carry out the pre-commissioning as well as
commissioning checks as given below on the entire installation and records be maintained for
reference of any statutory authority, Client or their representatives.
Note - Pre- Commissioning checks are to be carried out by Electrical contractor in presence of Project
Management Team.
2 Switch boxes & Wires are connected properly as per wiring diagram.
Receptacles Correct colour coding and correct connection by proper copper
lugs is done.
Wires are dressed and bunched properly.
Connections are properly tightened.
Not more than two wires are connected on any one side of
terminal.
Earthing connection is made properly.
Functional check is OK
IR values of the circuit are measured and recorded.
2 Switch boxes & All rectification points are attended and correctly rectified.
Receptacles Check the voltage with test lamp.
Switch on the circuit.
3 Lighting Panels All rectification points are attended and correctly rectified.
Incoming line voltage is correct as per panel incoming meter or checked
by tong tester.
If incoming line voltage is correct, switch on out going feeder one by
one and note that each one is kept ON for 5 – 10 minutes without any
problem.
4 Light fittings All rectification points are attended and correctly rectified.
Switch on the circuit.
5 Earthing Check if all earth electrodes in earth pits for it‟s correct installation and
connection to earth grid.
Check if all protective conductors from the earth electrodes to grid and
from grid up to all electrical equipment are made correctly.
Remove the protective conductor / grid connection with earth electrode
and measure earth electrode resistance by using earth megger.
Repeat above procedure for all electrodes.
Ensure that total earth resistance of the installation is less than 1 mega-
ohms.