Document Title:

Single Phase Oil Immersed Distribution Transformers (Pad Mounted)

Document Type: Document No.:
Material Specifications 4350.013
Department: Issue Date: Effective Date:
Distribution Standards & Materials November 21, 2022 Nov 22, 2022

Version History
Date Revision Comments
Dec 30, 2021 Initial Release.
Jul 22, 2022 Modified required maximum dimensions for transformers. General format corrections.
Modified required maximum dimensions for transformers and modified low volage bushings requirements. Tap changer
Nov. 21, 2022
requirement modified.

Warehouse Catalog Item Version Date Warehouse Catalog Item Version Date
012-09147 9 11/18/2022 012-08305 9 11/18/2022
012-09162 9 11/18/2022 012-07968 9 11/18/2022
012-09170 9 11/18/2022 012-08081 9 11/18/2022
012-09295 9 11/18/2022 012-08206 9 11/18/2022
012-09139 9 11/18/2022 012-08321 9 11/18/2022
012-09303 9 11/18/2022 012-07984 9 11/18/2022
012-07943 9 11/18/2022 012-08107 9 11/18/2022
012-08065 9 11/18/2022 012-08222 9 11/18/2022
012-08180 9 11/18/2022 012-08347 9 11/18/2022

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Equipment Specification
Document No.: 4350.013
Originating Department: Distribution Engineering

Single Phase Oil Immersed Distribution

Transformers (Pad Mounted)

Introduction
This is a general specification that covers the minimum requirements for the single-phase
pad-mounted distribution transformers to be used in the distribution system in Puerto
Rico. Further information will be provided by LUMA Energy at the time of order
placement and will provide information on site specific conditions, quantity, and other
requirements. This document includes the general electrical and mechanical
characteristics of the material.
Special Requirements
Samples shall be furnished as requested by LUMA Energy. Vendors that have supplied
this material to LUMA on previous orders, will not have to furnish samples at bid opening.
The material will be received at the LUMA’s general warehouse (011) at Palo Seco, Puerto
Rico. Shipping will include transportation and unloading at the indicated warehouse.
Quantity/Literature
Descriptive and technical literature must be supplied by vendor at time of bidding. This
literature may include, but is not limited to details of material, drawings, documented
testing, and instructions for use and installation. Failure to submit documents on time
will cause bidder disqualification. For products described in this specification as requiring
qualification, awards will be made only for such products that, prior to the time for
opening of bids, had been tested and/or approved by LUMA. Evidence of PREPA’s and/or
LUMA Energy’s approval of the equipment or material shall be supplied by vendor if
requested by LUMA Energy.
Markings
Containers shall be marked outside with LUMA Energy purchase order and item number.
Transformers shall be marked on the cover with the point of delivery (district) and
purchase order number using a label.
Labels and tags shall be waterproof.
Equal or Approved Equal to
ABB, Howard Industries, MEGA-TRAN, and Cooper Power Systems.

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Packaging
All material and equipment shall be packaged and marked in such a way as to facilitate
handling and protection from damage and that the receiving warehouse can readily
identify it and send it, in one complete unit, to a field location without opening crates or
boxes to sort items and/or parts.
Each unit shall be banded to a two-way entry, disposable pallet of the manufacturer's
own design. The pallet shall be of such dimensions as to provide a minimum of one inch
(1") clearance at the transformers widest outside measurements, on all four sides. It shall
provide a minimum of two and a half inches (2 1/2") of fork under clearance.
The transformer shall be banded to the pallet, using non-metallic banding, to prevent rust
and shifting of the unit during transit, while allowing the unit to be handed by sling or fork
truck without removing the banding.
LUMA shall allow the use of metallic banding ONLY if such banding is protecting in the
places in which the band is in direct contact with the transformer tank.
The banding method to be used shall be submitted by the awarded bidder for LUMA’s
approval.

Number Per Package (Logistics)

One (1) per package or as required by LUMA Energy.
Acceptance Criteria
All characteristics, definitions, and terminology, except as specifically covered in this
specification, shall be in accordance with the latest revision of the following ANSI
Standards.
C57.12.00 IEEE Standard General Requirements for Liquid- Immersed Distribution,
Power and Regulating Transformers.
C57.12.21 American National Standard Requirements for Pad-Mounted,
Compartmental-Type, Self-Cooled, Single-Phase Distribution Transformers
With High-Voltage Bushings: High Voltage (34 500 GrdY/19 920 V and
Below) and Low Voltage (240/120 V, 167 kVA and Smaller)
C57.12.28 Pad-Mounted Equipment-Enclosure Integrity

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C57.12.29 Pad-Mounted Equipment-Enclosure Integrity for Coastal Environments

C57.12.70 IEEE Standard for Standard Terminal Marking and Connections for
Distribution and Power Transformers
C57.12.90 IEEE Standard Test Code for Liquid-Immersed Distribution, Power, and
Regulating Transformers and IEEE Guide for Short-Circuit Testing of
Distribution and Power Transformers.
C57.12.91 Guide for Loading Mineral-Oil-Immersed Overhead and Pad-Mounted
Transformers Rated 500 KVA and Less with 65°C or 55°C Average Winding
Rise.
Also, it shall comply (but shall not be limited to) with the latest revision of applicable
codes, standards, and other regulations such as ASTM, NEMA, NEC, EQB-PUERTO RICO,
EPA, DOT, AWS, etc.
The routine and design tests shall be made in accordance with ANSI C57.12.00. The
routine test samples performed on the units shall be submitted at Bid Opening. The
design test samples will be submitted only when the supplier require approval for the
equipment. The bidder shall submit a written certification stating that all tests shall be
performed according to the latest codes, standards, and regulations in order to provide a
product of quality.
Routine tests that shall be performed on EACH UNIT are the following:
a. Voltage ratio
b. Polarity
c. Phase relationship
d. Core losses (no-load losses)
e. Exciting current
f. Winding losses (load losses)
g. Tank leaks
h. Impedance
i. Applied potential
j. Induced potential
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k. Impulse tests
Typical design tests data include the following:
a. Insulation resistance
b. Power factor
c. Temperature rise
d. Over excitation
e. Radio interference
f. Oil tests
g. Noise tests as per NEMA Standard TR 1, latest revision
h. Tank pressure withstand
Temperature at which the tests were performed
Any exceptions to the tests mentioned in 8.2 shall be specified at Bid Opening.
The tests mentioned at 8.2 shall be performed on the fully assembled unit at
manufacturer's location. TESTS SHALL BE PERFORMED IN THE UNITS WITH ALL ITS
ACCESSORIES AND/OR PARTS INSTALLED.
The table with the parameters of resistance (%R), reactance (%X), and impedance (%Z) is
attached in order for the bidders to include the specific values for each transformer
(Annex 4).
A report of the tests performed on 8.2 shall be provided for each transformer according
to the requirements of the purchases.
Description
65° C average winding rise oil immersed distribution transformer. For specific electrical
characteristics of each transformer, including voltage and KVA rating, refer to Distribution
System Standard No. 8 (Annex 1). The transformer shall consist of tank, core, bushings,
insulating oil, tap changer, etc.
60 Hertz
Transformers shall be supplied with a high power factor and low core and winding losses.

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Painting
a. Tank and covers shall be protected against environmental conditions and corrosion
by means of an adequate process of painting. Tank and cover shall be painted green
as per ANSI C57.12.28.
The paint shall have a great retention of brightness and color in surfaces like
aluminum and ferrous and non-ferrous materials. It shall be resistant, during long
terms, to ultraviolet rays, humidity, corrosion due to acids, salts, organic solvents,
gases, and others. It shall comply with federal regulations on temperature and
environment.
b. Paint shall be suitable for tropical climate conditions as per ANSI C57.12.28 and
ANSI.57.12.29.
c. In order to be evaluated, technical and descriptive literature shall be supplied at Bid
Opening. This literature shall include, but shall not be limited to, the process, type of
paint and description, material safety data sheet, etc.
Nameplate
a. Shall be mounted on one of the mounting brackets in such a manner that there are
no sharp edges exposed. The material (aluminum or copper) used in each winding,
date of manufacture, total weight, serial number, among all the other information as
per ANSI requirements (see 9.5.b.), shall be shown on the nameplate.
b. Nameplate A, as per ANSI C57.12.00.5.12, shall be used for transformers covered in
this specification.
c. The information on the nameplate shall be engraved or stamped. Any of the two
processes shall ensure legibility for the life of the transformer.
d. Nameplate shall be made of corrosion resistant material.
e. A sample of the nameplate as requested in this section shall be submitted by the
awarded bidder.
Welding
a. Welds to be used shall be in accordance with the material that will be welded and as
per American Welding Society (AWS) 1.1 or latest revision.
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b. All welds at the exterior of the tank shall be continuous. It shall include the welding,
ON ALL SIDES, of lifting lugs, mounting brackets, grounding provisions, etc., in order
to prevent accumulation of humidity.
Core and Coil
a. Cores:
1. Shall be made from high quality grain-oriented silicon steel with flat, rolled, and
low loss permeability laminations.
2. Core shall be made free of buckles and wave surface defects.
b. Winding:
1. Shall be non-telescoping with high and lower tension windings assembly forming
and integral unit.
2. Winding Polarization Index shall be 2.0 or more as per ANSI C57.125-2015.
c. Sound Levels:
3. The design and assembly of the transformer shall be such that noise from the
energized unit and its accessories shall not exceed these limits:
KVA Rating Maximum Sound Level Decibels
(dBA)
1 – 50 48
75 – 100 51
112.5 – 300 55
333 – 500 56
Transformer losses and bidding procedure
a. Bidder shall submit the no load losses at 20ºC, load losses at 85ºC full load and load
losses at 55ºC at 50% of load to calculate the efficiency and life cycle cost (Annex 5).
b. Bidder shall specify winding material of the primary and secondary at Bid Opening.

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c. All losses information will be used to evaluate the Life Cycle Cost (LCC) of each bidder
according to the following formula,
LCC = (UC) + ($8.95) * NLL + ($4.73) * LL, where
UC = unit cost ($)
NLL = No load losses (W) at 20ºC
LL = Load losses (W) at 85ºC full load
d. Shall be complying with Part II of the Department of Energy (DOE) 10 CFR PART 431
minimum requirements.
1. The efficiency shall be no less than that required for their KVA rating in the table
below defined at 50% of load with no load losses at 20ºC and load losses at 55ºC.
Energy Conservation Standards for Liquid-Immersed Distribution Transformers
KVA Efficiency (%)
15 98.82
25 98.95
37.5 99.05
50 99.11
75 99.19
100 99.25
167 99.33
250 99.39
333 99.43
500 99.49
Tap Changer
a. Shall be of the no load rotating type with an externally operated handle designed for
de-energized operation.
b. Shall be located under oil level with five (5) taps, including nominal voltage, each of
two and a half percent (2.5%) of rated primary voltage.
c. Tap range shall be two taps above and two taps below rated primary voltage.
d. Tap Changer shall have stops at each position to set desired voltage.

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e. A label shall be placed below the tap changer indicating that the transformer must be
de-energized prior to the operation of the tap changer. A sample of this label shall be
submitted if requested by LUMA.
f. Tap changer shall be located in place not exposed to possible damage due to the
handling of the transformer.
g. Shall be equal to:
1. Central Moloney Part Number 70-333-153 or,
2. RTE tap changer with level handle and index plate or,
3. RTE tap changer with cap/wrench and terminal posts.
Insulating Oil
a. Each transformer shall be furnished with its tank filled with oil with a Polychlorinated
Biphenyl (PCB) concentration of less than 1 PPM (NO PCB). The nameplate shall
indicate this compliance.
Also, for transformers that are sold in the island through distributors, a label shall be
affixed to the transformer in a visible place indicating that the unit is a NO PCB
transformer.
In the case of transformers sold to LUMA, the NO PCB compliance shall be included in
the same label of the property number (Our Number). Refer to the Thermal Transfer
Polyester Labels specification (Annex 2) for more details. A sample of this label shall
be submitted if requested by PREPA.
The label shall have the same duration of the transformer under normal operating
conditions.
b. The insulating oil shall comply with ANSI/ASTM D3487 and LUMA requirements. In
addition, the oil shall have the following:
1. 30 KV minimum breakdown voltage
2. Neutralization number of 0.25
3. Viscosity of:

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a. 81.25 centistokes at 25ºC as per ASTM D445-86

b. 15.00 centistokes at 100ºC as per ASTM D445-86
c. The awarded bidder shall submit:
1. A certificate stating that, at all moments, the transformers supplied to LUMA shall
have a concentration of less than 1 PPM of PCB.
2. Safety Data Sheet (SDS) of the oil.
Pressure Relief Valve
a. The body of the pressure relief valve shall be an internal fault detector type equal or
approved equal to IFD Corporation and in accordance with ANSI C57.12.21.
b. The relief valve shall allow the pressure inside the tank to be released but no air
admitted when the unit is cool or lightly loaded.
Insulation
a. Shall be made with, at least, Class 105 insulation system as per ANSI C57.12.80.
b. The insulation power factor shall be as per ANSI C57.12.90.10.9 (60 Hz).
c. Technical information on the insulation shall be submitted by the awarded supplier.
Additional Labels
a. The transformer shall have the following labels:
1. A label indicating the KVA rating of the transformer. This label shall be placed,
whenever possible, below the secondary voltage bushings.
This label shall have a minimum dimension of three (3) inches width by three (3)
inches height and a maximum dimension of four (4) inches width by four (4) inches
height.
Each number for any of the labels’ dimensions mentioned above shall have a width
of a minimum of 0.75 inches and a maximum of one (1) inch. The height shall be
two (2) inches.

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2. Whenever stainless steel transformers are specified in the purchase order, a label
with the words "STAINLESS STEEL", made from the same material as the KVA
rating label, shall be used. This label shall be placed directly under the KVA rating
label. This label shall have the same width of the KVA rating label.
3. A label with LUMA's property number (see Section 10.8).
This label shall be made according to the Thermal Transfer Polyester Labels
specification (Annex 2). The label shall be affixed on a visible place. LUMA will
provide the sequence of numbers to be used as property numbers.
b. The following table summarizes the dimensions of the labels required:
WIDTH (IN.) HEIGHT (IN.)
SECTION LABEL DESCRIPTION
MIN. MAX. MIN. MAX.
9.9.d. TAP CHANGER
INDUSTRY STANDARD
9.10.a. NO-PCB
9.13.a.1 KVA RATING 3 4 3 4
9.13.a.2. STAINLESS STEEL 3 4 2
9.13.a.3. PROPERTY NUMBER 12 3.5
FOR DETAILS ON THIS LABEL REFERS TO THE SECTIONS MENTIONED.

KVA Rating
a. The transformer shall be designed in accordance with this specification and shall have
one of the following KVA ratings:

KVA RATINGS
25 37.5 50 75 100
The kVA Ratings are continuous and shall be based on 65°C average winding
temperature rise or 80°C hot spot conductor temperature rise.
LUMA reserves the right to specify units with different capacities in KVA.

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Voltages Ratings and Basic Insulation Level (BIL)

a. The primary voltage and the basic insulation level (BIL) shall be in accordance with the
following:
PRIMARY VOLTAGE (V) BIL (KV)
4160 GRDY/2400 60
7200 GRDY/4160 75
8320 GRDY/4800 75
13200 GRDY/7620 95
b. The secondary voltage rating and basic insulation level (BIL) shall be in accordance
with the following:

SECONDARY VOLTAGE BIL (KV)

240/120 30

b. Refer to ANSI C57.12.21 for further information.

Tank
a. The entire unit (tank, sill, lifting lugs and cover) shall be made of Stainless Steel 304
gauge 14. The exterior surfaces of the transformer and compartment shall be
designed to restrict or prevent unauthorized entry into the cable terminating
compartment. Locking provisions shall be an approved design between the vendor
and LUMA.
b. Tank characteristics:
1. Suitable for outdoor use.
2. Rectangular shape, tamperproof, weatherproof and with no openings to prevent
that foreign object can be inserted or thrown inside.
3. Suitable for mounting on flat surfaces. Refer to underground standard URD - 23
(Annex 5) for information on the mounting base requirements.
Dimension Maximum
Width 46 inches
Depth 54 inches

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4. Fitted with lifting lugs and ground provisions permanently affixed. Grounding
facilities shall consist of a tin-plated copper connector suitable for 2/0 AWG
conductor welded to the tank.
5. Grounding pads/boss for both the HV & LV sides and below the LV X2 bushing with
removable ground strap. Each pad/boss shall be supplied with an approved
connector.
6. Constructed and coating shall meet all requirements in ANSI C57.12.28 and
C57.12.29.
7. Paint shall be pad mount green as per ANSI C57.12.28.
8. Shall have an internal mark, which indicates the proper oil level as per Section
6.2.3 of ANSI C57.12.20.
9. No wood materials shall be used inside the tank.
10. Pressure relief valve with bottom above the 140°C oil level.
11. Oil level plug/cap located at the 25°C oil level.
12. Oil drain plug.
13. Handle for the no load-tap changer.
14. Handle for the voltage selector switch on multi-ratio transformers.
15. Provision for a 5/8” diameter hole on the secondary (LV) side of the compartment
for the installation of a fault detector. It shall be sealed with a tamper proof plug.
16. An appropriate sidewall mounted bayonet fuse holder assembly, with flapper
valve and drip cup, in series with an isolation link, shall be installed according to
the transformer size and primary voltage connections.
Cover
a. Cover shall be of the vertical lift hinge type with the same characteristics of the tank.
b. Coated with a 10kV dielectric finish.
c. Shall be made of the same material as tank.

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Bushings
a. Shall be high and low tension insulated and in accordance with NEMA standards.
b. Shall be provided with separable insulated connectors suitable for aluminum or
copper conductors and in accordance with ANSI C57.
c. Number of bushings, primary and secondary, shall be as specified in ANSI C57.
d. Transformer shall be provided in high voltage side with removable bushing inserts and
bushing wells.
e. Transformer shall be provided with low voltage bushings suitable for removable
threaded stud connections. For transformers with capacity of 75 kVA or less, the stud
shall be 5/8-inch diameter; for transformers of 100 kVA or more, the stud shall be 1
inch diameter. The transformer must be provided with three (3) stud-mount
connectors, one (1) for each low voltage bushing. These connectors must have the
following characteristics:
1. Shall be able to be installed in the corresponding threaded stud diameter, 5/8-
inch or 1 inch diameter, depending on the transformer capacity (refer to Section
9.18.e.).
2. Must have six (6) outlets, each suitable for a minimum cable range of #12 AWG to
350 MCM.
3. Shall be suitable for both aluminum and copper conductors.
4. They shall be furnished with ball-bottom screws for securing each connection.
5. The connectors shall be provided with the appropriate insulating cover. Material
shall be EPDM or similar. LUMA prefers that the cover is clear to facilitate visual
inspection of the connections; other colors will be evaluated.
6. Refer to LUMA specification 4350.278 for further details.
f. The LV-X2 terminal shall have a removable strap installed to a ground pad/boss and
attached to the bushing in order to facilitate isolation if required.
g. Provision for lubrication of the bushings insert and well interface at the time of
assembly.
h. Provision for insulated covers for the LV-X1 & X2 terminals.

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Loop Feed
a. Transformer shall be equipped for loop feed connection on the high voltage
compartment, which shall include incoming and outgoing load-break 200A bushing
insert and the appropriate bayonet type tap fuse.
Protection
a. The transformer shall be provided with current sensing bayonet type fuses in series
with internal fault sensing isolation links. The fuse shall be already installed in the
fuse holder.
b. Bayonet fuse oil drip shields mounted on fuse holder.

Warehouse and Asset Suite Information

Pad Mounted Transformer
KVA Rating Primary Voltage Secondary Voltage Warehouse Asset Suite
(kVA) (kV) (V) Number Number
25 4.16/2.4 120/240 012-09147 59247
25 8.32/4.8 120/240 012-09162 59249
25 13.2/7.62 120/240 012-09170 59250
37.5 4.16/2.4 120/240 012-09295 59255
37.5 13.2/7.62 120/240 012-09139 59246
37.5 2.4 120/240 012-09303 59256
50 4.16/2.4 120/240 012-07943 60376
50 7.2/4.16 120/240 012-08065 60379
50 8.32/4.8 120/240 012-08180 60383
50 13.2/7.62 120/240 012-08305 59083
75 4.16/2.4 120/240 012-07968 60377
75 7.2/4.16 120/240 012-08081 60381
75 8.32/4.8 120/240 012-08206 59079
75 13.2/7.62 120/240 012-08321 59085
100 4.16/2.4 120/240 012-07984 60378
100 7.2/4.16 120/240 012-08107 60382
100 8.32/4.8 120/240 012-08222 59081
100 13.2/7.62 120/240 012-08347 59087

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Inspection
The acceptance of any material or equipment shall in no way relieve the vendor from his
responsibility to meet all the requirements of this specification, and it would not prevent
subsequent rejection if such materials were found later to be defective.

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