If a person receives an electric shock, it is the utmost duty of the observer to rescue the person. The first step is to disconnect the person immediately from the live supply mains by either switching off the main switch. The body should be pushed away with a dry stick or rope. If a stick is not available, then insulate yourself by standing on a dry wooden board, thick … [Read more...] about How to Rescue a Person from Electric Shock?
Substation
What is Switching Station? | Working and Layout
What is a switching station? A switching station is a substation that does not contain power transformers and therefore does not change system voltage from one level to another. Switching stations usually operate at sub-transmission or transmission voltage levels. Depending on system voltage, the equipment types and characteristics used in switching stations are … [Read more...] about What is Switching Station? | Working and Layout
Substation Bus Configuration / Scheme: The Definitive Guide
In this article, you will learn different types of substation bus configuration and their application. The equipment and buses installed in the substation switchyard are arranged and connected in specific ways to form bus configurations. The industry has developed several standard bus configurations that vary in complexity, cost, and reliability. The standard bus … [Read more...] about Substation Bus Configuration / Scheme: The Definitive Guide
How to Test Percentage Impedance of Transformer?
This article covers transformer impedance testing, one of the acceptances tests for new transformers, and a method for routine testing. The results of this test should compare directly to the manufacturer's datasheet. Related: Percentage Impedance of Transformer Application of Transformer Impedance Test The Transformer Impedance Test locates problems within the transformer … [Read more...] about How to Test Percentage Impedance of Transformer?
Transformer Bushing Types : RIP Bushing vs OIP Bushing
Transformer bushing types are categorized based on their material, manufacturing, and design mainly into the following types: OIP (Oil-Impregnated Paper) Bushing RIP (Resin Impregnated Paper) Bushing RIS (Resin Impregnated Synthetic) Bushing Resin Bonded Paper (RBP) Bushing Cast Epoxy Bushing You can read about all other types of electrical bushings in … [Read more...] about Transformer Bushing Types : RIP Bushing vs OIP Bushing