TRANSMISSION MATERIALS STANDARD SPECIFICATION 15-TMSS-05, Rev.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 SCOPE

2.0 CROSS-REFERENCES

3.0 APPLICABLE CODES AND STANDARDS

4.0 DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

4.1 General
4.2 Design Criteria
4.3 Ratings
4.4 Materials
4.5 Fabrication
4.6 Mounting
4.7 Markings

5.0 TESTS

5.1 Design Tests

5.2 Type Tests
5.3 Routine (Production) Tests
5.4 Sample (Quality Conformance) Tests
5.5 Special Tests

6.0 DATA SCHEDULE

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1.0 SCOPE

This Transmission Material Standard Specification (TMSS) specifies the minimum technical
requirements for design, engineering, manufacture, inspection, testing and performance of
the composite insulators for use in the overhead transmission line system of Saudi
Electricity Company (SEC), Saudi Arabia.

The composite insulators shall be of the following types:

1.1 Composite Long Rod Insulators for conductor tension and suspension application for
system voltages rated 69kV through 380kV

1.2 Composite Line Post Insulators for system voltages rated 69kV through 132kV

2.0 CROSS-REFERENCES

This Material Standard Specification shall be read in conjunction with the latest revision of
SEC General Specification No. 01-TMSS-01, titled "General Requirements for All
Transmission Equipment/Materials" which shall be considered as an integral part of this
TMSS.

This TMSS shall also be read in conjunction with SEC Purchase Order or Contract
Schedules for project, as applicable.

3.0 APPLICABLE CODES AND STANDARDS

The latest revision/amendments of the following Codes and Standards shall be applicable for
the equipment/material covered in this TMSS. In case of conflict, the vendor/manufacturer
may propose equipment/material conforming to one group of Industry Codes and Standards
quoted hereunder without jeopardizing the requirements of this TMSS.

3.1 ANSI C29.1 Standard Test Methods for Electrical Power Insulators

3.2 ANSI C29.2 Insulators, Wet-Process Porcelain and Toughened Glass,

Suspension Type

3.3 ANSI C29.7 Wet-Process Porcelain Insulators, High Voltage Line-Post Type

3.4 ANSI C29.11 Composite Suspension Insulators for Overhead Transmission

Line-Tests

3.5 ANSI C29.12 Insulators - Composite - Suspension Type

3.6 ANSI C29.17 Insulators - Composite - Line Post Type

3.7 IEEE Std. 957 IEEE Guide for Cleaning Insulators

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3.8 IEEE Std. 987 IEEE Guide for application of Composite Insulators

3.9 IEEE Std. 1572 IEEE Guide for Application of Composite Line Post Insulators

3.10 IEC 60383-1 Insulators for Overhead Lines with a Nominal Voltage above
1000V - Part 1: Ceramic or Glass Insulator Units for A.C.
Systems - Definitions, Test Methods and Acceptance Criteria

3.11 IEC 60383-2 Insulators for Overhead Lines with a Nominal Voltage above
1000V - Part 2: Insulator Strings and Insulator Sets for A.C.
Systems - Definitions, Test Methods and Acceptance Criteria

3.12 IEC 60507 Artificial Pollution Tests on High Voltage Insulators to

be used on A.C. Systems

3.13 IEC 60587 Test methods for evaluating resistance to tracking and erosion of
electrical insulating materials used under severe ambinet
conditions

3.14 IEC 61109 Composite Insulators for A.C. Overhead Lines with a Nominal
Voltage greater than 1000V - Definitions, Test Methods and
Acceptance Criteria

3.15 IEC 61466-1 Composite String Insulator Units for Overhead Lines with a
Nominal Voltage greater than 1000V - Part 1: Standard Strength
Classes and End Fittings

3.16 IEC 61466-2 Composite String Insulator Units for Overhead Lines with a
Nominal Voltage greater than 1000V - Part 2: Dimensional and
Electrical Characteristics

3.17 IEC 61467 Insulators for overhead lines with a nominal voltage above 1000V
- AC power arc tests on insulator sets

3.18 IEC 61952. Insulators for Overhead Lines - Composite Line Post Insulators
for Alternating Current with a Nominal Voltage greater than
1000V

3.19 IEC TS 62073 Guidance on the measurement of wettability of insulator surfaces

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4.0 DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

4.1 General

4.1.1 The composite horizontal line-post type or suspension type insulators shall
be of manufacturer's standard design but shall meet or exceed the
requirements of this specification in all respects.

4.1.2 The manufacturer's design drawings, as required in 01-TMSS-01, shall

show the outline of the composite horizontal line-post or suspension type
insulators, together with all pertinent dimensions. Any variations in these
dimensions due to manufacturing tolerances shall be indicated.

4.1.3 The drawings shall include principal dimensions (i.e. length, core diameter,
leakage distance, dry arc distance, number of sheds, diameter of
weathersheds and weathersheds spacing, details of end fittings and corona
rings) and shall be representative of the actual shed profile.

4.1.4 The drawings shall also include the basic mechanical and electrical
characteristics of insulator, approximate weight of one insulator unit, type
of the material used for the sheath and weathersheds and the material of the
corona rings.

4.2 Design Criteria

4.2.1 Service conditions referenced in 01-TMSS-01 shall be the basis of design

criteria.

4.2.2 The composite horizontal line-post insulator base shall be designed for un-
braced horizontal mounting and the line end shall be clamp top type.

4.2.3 For installations which need bracing, the bracing shall be by means of
composite insulator. The bracing insulator shall have electrical and
mechanical characteristics that are compatible with the post insulator.

4.2.4 The composite suspension insulator weathershed design shall be

aerodynamic type without any underribs and the shed profile shall be in
accordance with IEC 60815.

4.2.5 The composite suspension insulator ball and socket couplings must be
ANSI/IEC compatible.

4.2.6 The maximum diameter of the composite suspension insulator weathershed

shall be 300mm.

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4.3 Ratings

4.3.1 The composite horizontal line-post insulator shall have the mechanical and
insulation class ratings shown in Table I below:

Table I

Nominal Maximum Minimum Minimum Tension Nominal

System Operating Leakage Cantilever Strength Length
Voltage Voltage Distance Breaking Load (kN) (mm)
(kV) (kV) (mm) (kN)
69 76.0 2760 10.5 22.2 1500
110 121 4400 7.1 22.2 2320
115 127.0 4600 7.1 22.2 2320
5280 7.1
132 145.0 22.5 2320
4092 7.1

Note: While replacing insulators on existing transmission lines, it must be

ensured that adequate clearances to structures are maintained.
Slight adjustment in the nominal length may be made, if required.

4.3.2 The composite suspension insulators shall have the Voltage class,
combined M&E strength ratings and coupling types as listed in Table II
below:
Table II

Nominal ANSI Class Specified Mechanical Load Min. Nominal

System Coupling “S.M.L.” Leakage Length
Voltage Type Suspension Tension Distance
Application Application
(kV) (kN) (kN) (mm) (mm)
J 111 - 2760 1050
69
K - 160 2760 1170
J 111 - 4400 1600
110
K - 160 4400 1900
J 111 - 4600 1600
115
K - 160 4600 1900
J 111 - 5280 1900
J 111 - 4092 1900
132
K - 160 5280 2200
K - 160 4092 2200
J 111 - 9200 3200
230
K - 160 9200 3800
J 111 - 11780 4900
J 111 - 15200 4900
K 160 160 11780 4900
380
K 160 160 15200 4900
K - 210 11780 5300
K - 210 15200 5300

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Notes:

i. The tolerances specified in ANSI/IEC standards are applicable to the

nominal length.

ii. While using or replacing insulators on new or existing transmission

lines, it must be ensured that adequate clearances to structures/ground
are maintained. The nominal length of insulators and associated
hardware may be adjusted accordingly.

iii. The required mechanical and electrical strength and type of string; I-
suspension (single/double suspension), V-suspension and tension
string (single/double/tripple/quad tension) shall be specified in the
data schedule.

4.3.3 The electrical withstand values of composite horizontal line-post insulators

and suspension insulators shall be in accordance with 01-TMSS-01. The
electrical withstand values shall be met with corona rings installed on the
line end of the insulators.

4.3.4 The maximum radio-influence voltage (RIV) at 1000 kHz and 15% over
nominal line-to-ground voltage shall be 100 microvolts.

4.3.5 The composite horizontal line-post insulator’s or suspension insulator’s

Mechanical and Electrical characteristics shall be as specified in Data
Schedule.

4.3.6 The composite insulators shall have hydrophobicity of silicone rubber

material classified Wettability Class 1 (WC-1) or better per IEC 62073.
Accordingly, receding water contact angle shall be 80° or more.

4.4 Materials

4.4.1 The complete composite horizontal line-post or suspension insulator shall

consist of a Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP) core having superior
electrical and mechanical performance, sheath (housing), weathersheds and
metal end fittings.

4.4.2 To reduce the risk of brittle fracture the insulator FRP core shall be made of
electrical corrosion-resistant (ECR) glass rod that shall achieve the
specified electrical and mechanical characteristics. The FRP core shall be
resistant against hydrolysis under service conditions.

4.4.3 The composite horizontal line-post or suspension insulator sheath and

weathersheds insulating material shall have a chemical structure of 100
percent silicone rubber before fillers are added. The finished product shall
be ultraviolet (UV) radiation exposure resistant. The finished product shall
be uneffected by atmospheric conditions due to weather, proximity to the
coast, fumes, ozone, acids (particularly sulphuric acid present in the

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prevailing environment of oil field areas in the region), alkalies, dust or

rapid changes to air temperature. There shall be no material degradation
such as development of surface cracks and increase in surface hardness, etc.

4.4.4 The track resistance of the sheath and weathersheds material shall meet the
requirements of IEC 60587 method 1 class 1A4.5.

4.4.5 The sheath and weathersheds material of insulators fabricated from high
temperature vulcanized silicone rubber shall have a Shore ‘A’ hardness of
not less than 60.

4.4.6 Weathersheds shall be at intervals to provide optimum electrical

performance and the weathershed design shall provide a protected bottom
surface that tends to keep dry in wet conditions.

4.4.7 Metal parts shall be made of the best commercial grade of malleable iron,
ductile iron or steel, and galvanized in accordance with the Specification
01-TMSS-01.

4.5 Fabrication

4.5.1 The composite horizontal line-post or composite suspension insulator

surface shall be shaped and spaced for effective natural cleaning and
effective use of leakage distance for coastal and desert conditions.

4.5.2 The composite horizontal line-post or composite suspension insulator core

shall be electrically and mechanically sound, free of cracks and outstanding
voids, foreign substances and manufacturing flaws. The design shall be
such as to ensure that the core is totally encapsulated and fully sealed, from
the live end to earthed ends, by the insulating material from the
environment, in order to avoid ingress of moisture. If any tacky substances
are use used as sealers, they shall not be exposed to environmental
influence.

4.5.3 Long composite insulators bend easily due to their own flexibility by a
small load during transportation, handling, installation, etc., and an
excessive bending has a danger of damaging the core. To avoid any risk of
damage , FRP core shall have a diameter which shall prevent such
excessive bending. To verify the suitability of the FRP core diameter a
bending test shall be performed in accrodance with acceptable industry
practice. The manufacturer shall submit the necessary details for review
and acceptance by SEC.

4.5.4 The composite horizontal line post and suspension insulators shall be
fabricated through one of the following processes:

a. High Temperature Vulcanized (HTV) Silicone Rubber Insulators,

Single-Piece Molded Design

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The housing (sheath and weathersheds) shall be directly applied on to

the FRP core in one single-step through high temperature
vulcanization process. Any seams/burrs protruding axially along the
insulator resulting from this process, shall be removed completely.
Injection molding is acceptable only in case the housing is molded in
one single-shot. Molding in multiple steps may cause flaws and the
residual stress in the joining seams and, therefore, shall not be
acceptable.

b. High Temperature Vulcanized (HTV) Silicone Rubber Insulator,

Modular Design

A sheath shall be extruded seamlessly on to the FRP core. The

housing shall be completed by assembly of molded weathersheds on
to the sheath. All parts of the insulating body, i.e., FRP core, sheath
and the weathersheds shall be bonded together by high temperature
vulcanization.

c. Liquid Silicone Rubber (LSR) Insulators

Full size, one-piece insulator housing (sheath and weathersheds) shall

be produced in one molding step by applying low viscosity liquid
silicone rubber with low silica filler content.

4.5.5 There shall be no holes or gaps in the housing at any point along the length
of the insulators.

4.5.6 The strength of the silicone rubber to FRP core and weathershed to sheath
interface shall be greater than the tearing strength of the silicone rubber.

4.5.7 The insulators shall be of sufficient length to provide the required leakage
distance and the electrical performance in one single unit. In-line coupling
of two or more units shall not be acceptable. No radial joints shall be made
along the length of the sheath regardless of the distance between the end
fittings. The sheath shall be extended inside the end fittings to protect and
hermetically seal the fiberglass core from moisture. The interface between
the FRP core and the end fitting shall be sealed to effectively eliminate the
possibility of moisture ingress for the life of the insulator. A level of the
redundancy in the design shall be demonstrated.

4.5.8 The composite horizontal line-post or composite suspension insulators

thickness of the sheath or weathershed covering over the core shall be
greater than 3.0 mm.

4.5.9 The contours of the metal parts for composite horizontal line-post or
composite suspension insulators shall be such as to eliminate areas of high
electrical stress concentrations. Due consideration shall be given to electric
field concentrations at the live end to avoid excessive local electric stress.
The design shall be demonstrated by electric field modelling, results of

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which shall be provided to SEC. Where corona rings are fitted they shall
not be used as arcing devices.

4.5.10 The composite horizontal line-post or composite suspension insulators shall

be capable of withstanding high pressure power washing. To prove this
property, a power wash test shall be performed per Clause 5.5.2.

4.5.11 The composite horizontal line-post or composite suspension insulators shall

be capable of withstanding the power arc test, followed by radio influence
and corona tests and finally verification of residual mechanical strength.

4.5.12 For composite suspension insulator applications at 110kV and above, a

corona ring shall be provided at the line end of the insulator. This shall
control electrical stresses and ensure noise free insulator applications. The
diameter of the ring and the tube shall be large enough to avoid local
corona inception. For application at 380kV, a corona ring shall be provided
at each end of the insulator.

4.5.13 The composite suspension insulator end fittings at the line end shall be
terminated with an ANSI Class ball and at the grounded end with an ANSI
class socket couplings.

4.5.14 The composite suspension insulator end fittings shall be designed to

transmit the mechanical load to the FRP core and to develop the uniform
and the consistent mechanical strength of the insulators.

4.5.15 The composite horizontal line-post or composite suspension insulator’s end

fittings shall be attached to the FRP core through compression crimping
process so that the end fittings uniformly transmit the mechanical load to
the FRP core. The crimping process shall be controlled by a specific
method such as Acoustic Emission Detector to ensure that there is no
damage to the core during the compression crimping operation.

4.5.16 The end fittings of the composite insulators after complete assembly with
the FRP core shall be coaxial with one another.

4.6 Mounting

4.6.1 The composite horizontal line-post insulator base shall have ASTM or
equivalent standard bolt holes for mounting.

4.6.2 The composite horizontal line-post insulator base shall be curved for wood
pole mounting or flat for steel pole mounting, as required in the Data
Schedule.

4.7 Markings

All the individual insulators and crates shall be provided with the markings as
detailed below:

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4.7.1 Insulator Markings

Each composite insulator shall bear a permanent marking in accordance

with ANSI or IEC Standard on the end fitting. All the characters shall be
legible, durable and permantly marked on one end fitting or on the
uppermost shed of the insulator as follows. The use of labels shall not be
permitted:

a. Manufacturer's Name or trademark

b. Year of Manufacture and serial number

c. Specified Cantilever Load (S.C.L) and Maximum Design Cantilever

Load (M.D.C.L)
(for Horizontal Line Post Type Insulators)

OR

Specified Mechanical Load (S.M.L.)

(for Suspension Type Insulators)

d. Routine Test Load (R.T.L.)

e. Country of Origin

4.7.2 Crate Markings

Each crate shall be marked with the following identifications:

a. Insulator Type and number of insulators

b. SEC Purchase Order Number/Contract Number

c. 15-TMSS-05

d. Manufacturer’s Catalog No.

The markings shall be legible and durable.

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5.0 TESTS

All test results shall be provided for review and acceptance by SEC. The electrcial tests
shall be performed on composite insulators with grading ring(s), if applicable.

5.1 Design/Prototype Tests

5.1.1 Design tests as prescribed in IEC 61109 and IEC 61952 or prototype tests
as per ANSI C29.11 and ANSI C29.17 shall be done on composite
suspension insulators and on composite line post insulators of new designs
respectively. Design/Prototype tests shall be performed for each class of
insulator to verify the suitability of the design, materials and method of
manufacture.

5.1.2 The design/prototype test on housing shall include a minimum 5000 hours
aging test under operating voltage in accordance with Annexure C of IEC
61109.

5.1.3 In lieu of the actual design/prototype tests, certified reports of

design/prototype tests performed on complete insulator of similar class by
an Independent Test Laboratory shall be submitted for review and
acceptance by SEC.

5.2 Type/Design Tests

5.2.1 All type/design tests prescribed in the relevant IEC or equivalent ANSI
standards (design tests as per ANSI designation) shall be performed on the
representative composite insulator unit or on the first unit of every new
design or rating to be supplied to SEC.

5.2.2 The type/design tests on composite insualtors shall include a switching

critical impulse withstand or flashover test (for application at 380kV) in
accordance with relevant IEC or equivalent ANSI standards.

5.2.3 In lieu of the actual type/design tests, certified test reports of type/design
tests performed on an identical unit may be submitted to SEC for review
and approval during bidding stage.

5.3 Routine (Production) Tests

All routine (production) tests prescribed in the relevant IEC or equivalent ANSI
standards shall be performed on all units prior to delivery to SEC, to eliminate
insulators with manufacturing defects.

5.4 Sample (Quality Conformance) Tests

All sample (quality conformance) tests prescribed in the relevant IEC or equivalent
ANSI standards shall be performed on each lot of insulator at random prior to

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delivery to SEC. Tightness test as per IEC 61109 shall be included in the sample
test.

5.5 Special Tests

In addition to the above IEC or ANSI test requirements, the following special tests
shall be carried out on the composite insulators to be supplied under these
specifications. The tests shall be performed at manufacturer’s own laboratory in the
presence of SEC representative or at an accredited Independent Testing Laboratory.
The test results shall be considered valid for a period of five years only, after which
these tests shall be repeated in case of any further supply from the same
manufacturer and from the same manufacturing plant. These tests may also be
repeated at any time within a five years period, if SEC considers it necessary for a
particular project as specified in Data Schedule.

5.5.1 The pollution test shall be performed in accordance with IEC 60507.

5.5.2 The power arc test shall be performed in accordance with IEC 61467.

5.5.3 The High Pressure Water Withstand Test

a. A power water wash test shall be performed on the composite

horizontal line-post or composite suspension insulator in accordance
with IEEE Std. 957 to demonstrate that the insulators can be power
washed. The test shall be a water spray at a shed seam approximately
3 meters from the insulators. The spray shall be a solid stream through
a 6mm diameter nozzle at 3800 kPa for a period of 10 (ten) minutes.
There shall be no signs of water penetration through the housing or
under the outside weathersheds into the core or at the silicone rubber
sheath-hardware interface into the core.

b. The soundness of the insulators after washing shall be demonstrated by

performing electrical tests (lightning impulse withstand/flashover and
power frequency dry/wet withstand/flashover tests) followed by a
mechanical test in accordance with the relevant IEC/ANSI standards.

5.5.4 The resistance of FRP core against brittle fracture shall be proven by a test
on resistance of the FRP core against stress corrosion. The test shall be
performed at an ambient temperature to confirm the mechanical resistance
of the FRP core against stress corrosion. The test shall be performed as
below:

a. One insulator sample from the first production lot or one specimen shall
be used. The specimen shall have a length between end fittings of at
least 10 times the core diameter. The end fittings shall be identical to
those used in the production. The housing of the insulator shall be
removed in the middle part of the insulator on a length of at least
150mm. The visible FRP core surface shall be smoothened by means of

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a fine abraisive cloth and the remaining parts of the housing shall be
removed thoroughly.

b. An acid container made of polyethylene shall be arranged, surrounding

the visible core surface in such a way that the liquid can simply be
poured into the container and no acid comes into contact with the
fittings. The size of the acid chamber shall be adapted in such a way
that the FRP core is surrounded by a liquid thickness of not less than
10mm and a liquid level of not less than 40mm. The container shall be
covered to limit evaporation of the liquid to maximum 5% of its volume
during the test period.

c. The insulator shall be subjected to a tensile load applied between the

metal fittings. The tensile load shall be increased rapidly but smoothly,
from 0 to 67% of the specified mechanical load (S.M.L.) and then be
maintained at this value for 96 hours. Immediatley after applying a load,
a nitric acid of a concentration 1 normal (63 gram of HNO3 added to 937
gram of water) shall be poured into the acid container. The acid must
not come into contact with the end fittings.

d. The insulator shall be considered to pass the test if no fracture of the

FRP core occurs during the 96 hours period.

5.5.5 Torsional Load Test

A torsional load of 55Nm shall be applied to the test specimens through a

torque member so constructed that the specimens are not subjected to any
cantilever stress. Insulators after torsion must pass the Dye Penetration
Test as specified in IEC 61109.

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6.0 DATA SCHEDULE

INSULATORS, COMPOSITE

SEC Enquiry No. Date:

SEC Purchase Order

No. Date:
or Contract No.

SEC PTS No./Project Title with J.O. No.

REFERENCE
SECTION NO. DESCRIPTION 'A' 'B' 'C'

3.0 APPLICABLE CODES AND STANDARDS

Applicable Industry Standards *

4.0 DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

Horizontal Line
4.1 Type of Insulator Post/Suspension

4.2 Max. Diameter of Composite Suspension

300
Insulator Weathershed (mm)

Type of end Coupling *

4.3 Ratings

4.3.1 Horizontal Line-Post Insulator

Min. Leakage Distance (mm) *

Specified Tensile Load “S.T.L.” (kN) 22.2

Specified Cantilever Load “S.C.L.” (kN) 10.5/7.1

'A'- SEC SPECIFIED DATA/PARAMETERS.

'B'- BIDDER/SUPPLIER/VENDOR/CONTRACTOR PROPOSED DATA/PARAMETERS.
'C'- REMARKS SUPPORTING THE PROPOSED DEVIATION IN COLUMN 'B'.
(*)- DATA/PARAMETERS TO BE PROVIDED/PROPOSED BY THE BIDDER/SUPPLIER/
VENDOR/CONTRACTOR IN COLUMN 'B'.

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6.0 DATA SCHEDULE

INSULATORS, COMPOSITE

REFERENCE
SECTION NO. DESCRIPTION 'A' 'B' 'C'

Max. Design Cantilever Load “M.D.C.L.” (kN) *

Max. Deflection Limit *

4.3.2 Suspension Type Insulator

Nominal Length of Insulator (mm) *

Min. Leakage Distance of Insulator (mm) *

Specified Mechanical Load “S.M.L.” (kN)

Routine Test Load, "R.T.L." (kN) *

Dry-Arcing Distance (mm) *

Type of Suspension String

(Single/Double I-String, Vee String)

Type of Tension String

(Single/Double/Tripple/Quad)

4.3.3 Electrical Values

Nominal System Voltage (kV)

69kV/110kV/115kV/132kV/230kV/380kV

Power Frequency Dry Withstand (kV) *

Power Frequency Wet Withstand (kV) *

Critical Impulse Withstand, Positive (kV) *

Critical Impulse Withstand, Negative (kV) *

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6.0 DATA SCHEDULE

INSULATORS, COMPOSITE

REFERENCE
SECTION NO. DESCRIPTION 'A' 'B' 'C'

Switching Impulse Withstand (kV) *

4.3.4 Max. RIV at 1000 kHz and 1.15 x Nominal Voltage 100µV

4.3.6 Receding water angle 80° or more

Weight Per Unit (Kg) *

4.4 Type of Weathershed *

Coupling Class/type of insulator end fitting *

Insulator Weathershed Material Silicone Rubber

4.5 Min. sheath thickness over the core, (mm) >3.0

Insulator Core Material *

Core Diameter (mm) *

Insulator Fabrication Process *

(Molded/Modular/LSR)

Attachment of Insulator End Fitting Compression/

Injection mold

Water Washing Pressure Withstand 3800kPa

4.6 Base Mounting for Horizontal Line-Post Insulator Wood/Steel

5.5 Special Tests

Water Wash Test Performed * Yes/No

Water Wash Test Requried Yes/No

Power Arc Test Performed * Yes/No

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6.0 DATA SCHEDULE

INSULATORS, COMPOSITE

REFERENCE
SECTION NO. DESCRIPTION 'A' 'B' 'C'

Power Arc Test Required Yes/No

Pollution Test Performed * Yes/No

Pollution Test Required Yes/No

Brittle Fracture Test Performed * Yes/No

Brittle Fracture Test Required Yes/No

Torsional Load Test Performed * Yes/No

Torsional Load Test Required Yes/No

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TRANSMISSION MATERIALS STANDARD SPECIFICATION 15-TMSS-05, Rev. 0

6.0 DATA SCHEDULE

INSULATORS, COMPOSITE

A. ADDITIONAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION OR FEATURES TO BE FURNISHED BY

SEC:

B. ADDITIONAL SUPPLEMENTARY DATA OR FEATURES PROPOSED BY

BIDDER/VENDOR/SUPPLIER/CONTRACTOR:

B. OTHER PARTICULARS TO BE FILLED-UP BY BIDDER/VENDOR/SUPPLIER/

CONTRACTOR:

Actual Manufacturer Vendor/Supplier/

of Equipment/Material Contractor

Name of the Company

Location and address

Name and Signature of

authorized
representative
and date

Official Seal/Stamp
of the Company &
Date

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