‫جمهورية مصر العربية‬

THE ARAB REPUBLIC OF EGYPT

MINISTRY OF ELECTRICITY AND ENERGY
EGYPTAIN ELECTRICITY HOLDING COMPANY

ELECTRICITY UTILITIES SPECIFICATION

PANELS
EUS (E10)

EGYPTAIN ELECTRICITY TRANSMISSION COMPANY

(EETC)

First Edition
August 2006
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CONTENTS

Clause Description Page

1- Scope 2

2- Definitions 2

3- Classification 3

4- Requirements 4

5- Marking 21

6- Testing and Inspection 22

7- Sampling 23

8- Method of test 23

9- Acceptance and rejection 23

10- Delivery 24

11- Spare parts 26

12- Guarantee 26

13- Submittals 27

14- Site erection and assembly 28

15- Reference List 28
Enquiry Schedule 29
Tenderer guarntee Schedule 31
Figure 1 - Cubicle type assembly 34
Figure 2 - Multi - cubicle type assembly 35
Figure 3 - Multi - box type assembly 36
Figure 4 - Duplex - type assembly 37

Last Page 38

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CONTROL PANELS

1- SCOPE

1- This specification mainly covers the design, manufacturing, factory

testing, inspection, delivery commissioning and guarantee for indoor
and outdoor control panels.

2- DEFINITIONS

2.1 CONTROL PANELS :

Control panels shall be any form of board , cabinet , panel , box , case ,
etc. , used for protection or to contain of group instrumentation ,
telemetering equipment , control equipment , annunciation and alarm
equipment or mimic diagrams for a system .

2.2 DEFINITIONS CONCERNING THE EXTERNAL DESIGN OF

ASSEMBLIES .

Each of the following assemblies shall have a degree of protection of at

least IP54

2.2.1 Enclosed Assembly

An assembly which is enclosed on all sides – with the possible

exception of its mounting surface .

2.2.2 Cubicle – type assembly – see figure 1

An enclosed assembly in principle of the floor –standing type

which may comprise several sections , sub-sections or
compartments .

2.2.3 Multi – cubicle type assembly – see figure 2

A combination of a number of mechanically joined cubicles .

2.2.4 Box – type assembly – see figure 3

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An enclosed assembly in principle intended to be mounted on a

vertical plane .

2.2.5 Multi - box type assembly – see figure 3

A combination of boxes mechanically joined together , with or

without a common supporting frame , the electrical connections
passing between two adjacent boxes through openings in the
adjoining faces .

2.2.6 Duplex assembly – see figure 4

An enclosed assembly in principle of the floor – standing type

which may comprise several sections . Access doors shall be at
one or both ends . The clear space between panels back to back
and access at doors shall be wide enough to allow access for test
equipment .

3- CLASSIFICATION

3.1 TYPE OF ENCLOSURE

All control panels shall be metal enclosed on all sides .

3.2 TYPE OF ASSEMBLY

Control panels shall be classified as :

- Cubicle type ( single or multiple )
- Box type ( single or multiple )

3.3 TYPE OF ARRANGEMENT

Control panels shall be classified as :

- single ( one side only )
- Duplex (instrumentation on two sides )

3.4 LOCATION

Control panels shall be classified as :

- Indoor
- Outdoor

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4- REQUIREMENTS

4.1 ENVIRONMENTAL PARAMETERS

4.1.1 Standard Environmental Conditions

All standard materials and equipment shall be designed and

constructed for satisfactory operation under the appropriate set of
environmental conditions listed hereunder . Where it is not
possible to use standard materials , non-standard materials of
higher rating may be used .

4.1.2 Standard Outdoor Conditions

Standard outdoor materials and equipment shall be suitable for

operation under the environmental conditions listed in table (1) .

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Table (1) Standard Environmental Conditions

Clause Description Value

1- Pressure mb-annual mean. 1013

2- Atmospheric Temperature °C :-
Maximum mean daily 47*
Minimum mean daily -5
Yearly mean 30

3- Relative humidity %
Maximum relative humidity 100
Minimum relative humidity 20
Average relative humidity 75
Daily mean 95

4- Rain fall mean-annual total (mm) 65

5- Maximum wind speed (m/sec.) at 10m 35

above ground level.

6- Soil temperature at a depth of 1.5 m. 25°C

7- Solar energy radiation W/m² >1100

8- Wind pressure N/m² 766

9- Absolute black bulb °C max. recorded 75.7

10- Thunder storms Occasional

11- Sand storms Occur occasionally specially in desert.

12- Pollution Heavy pollution >50 S

13- Seismic load According to Egyptian Code and attached map.

Note : This table is valid for Cairo zone altitude (0-1000m)

Maximum temperature shall be in accordance with substation
location in Egypt .
* For Cairo zone .

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4.1.3 Standard Indoor Conditions

Standard indoor materials and equipment shall be suitable for operation

under the service conditions listed in table 2 .

Table ( 2 ) STANDARD SERVICE CONDITIONS - INDOOR

Parameter Value

Temperature

(A) No air - conditioning

Well ventilated building .

- Rated 30° C

(B) Air – conditioned.

- For comfort. 26° C

- For equipment. 24 + 2° C

Relative humidity.

(A) No-air 0-100 %

conditioning. 60 %
(B) Air conditioned.
Corrosive
Atmosphere

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4.2 System Parameters

The system parameters listed in table (3,4,5,6 and 7) shall apply .

Table (3) 500 kV System Parameters

Item Parameter Value

1- Frequency Hz 50
2- Configuration 3phase
3- Neutral arrangement solidly earthed
4- Service system voltage kV r.m.s 500
5- Rated system voltage for equipment kV r.m.s 550
6- Duration of max. temporary over voltage. sec. 0.5
7- Rated short-time withstand current. KA r.m.s 40/50
8- Rated duration of short circuit . sec. 1
9- Rated peak withstand current. KA 100/125
10- Lightning impulse withstand voltage 1.2/50 s (LIWL) kV peak 1550
11- Switching impulse withstand voltage 250/2500 1175
s to earth (SIWL). kV peak
12- One minute power frequency withstand voltage 680
to earth. kV r.m.s
13- Min. specific leakage path cm/kV service voltage
For equipment cm/KV 3.5
For surge arrester cm/KV 4.5
14- Allowable Minimum Clearance (mm):
For the receiving steel structure :
- Between live conductors and earth. mm 4500
- Between phases in air phase to phase mm 6000
For Equipment :
- Between live conductors and earthed parts mm 3700
- Between phases in air phase to phase mm 4500
15- Radio interference level. micro. volt. Max. 2500

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Table (4) 220 kV System Parameters

Item Parameter Value

1- Frequency Hz 50
2- Configuration 3phase
3- Neutral arrangement solidly earthed
4- Service system voltage kV r.m.s 220
5- Rated system voltage for equipment kV r.m.s 245
6- Duration of max. temporary over voltage. sec. 0.5
7- Rated short-time withstand current. KA r.m.s 40/50
8- Rated duration of short circuit . sec. 1
9- Rated peak withstand current. kA 100/125
10- Lightning impulse withstand voltage 1.2/50 s (LIWL) kV peak 1050
11- One minute power frequency withstand voltage 460
to earth. kV r.m.s
12- Min. specific leakage path cm/kV service voltage for :
Equipment cm/KV 3.5
For surge arrester cm/KV 4.5
13- Allowable Minimum Clearance (mm):
For the receiving steel structure
- Between live conductors and earthed parts mm 2500
- Between phases in air mm 3750
For the equipment
- Between live conductors and earthed parts mm 2100
- Between phases in air mm 2400
14- Radio interference level. micro. volt. Max. 2500

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Table (5) 66 kV System Parameters

Item Parameter Value

1- Frequency Hz 50
2- Configuration 3phase
3- Neutral arrangement solidly earthed
4- Service system voltage KV r.m.s 66
5- Rate system voltage for equipment kV r.m.s 72.5
6- Duration of max. temporary over voltage. Sec. 0.5
7- Rated short-time withstand current. KV r.m.s 31.5
8- Rated duration of short circuit . sec. 1
9- Rated peak withstand current. KA 80
10- Lightning impulse withstand voltage 1.2/50 s (LIWL) KV 325
11- One minute power frequency withstand voltage 140
to earth. KV r.m.s
12- Min. specific leakage path cm/kV service voltage
For surge arrester 4.5cm/KV
For equipment : outdoor 3.5 cm/KV
: indoor 2.5 cm/KV
13- Allowable Minimum Clearance (mm)
For the receiving steel structure
- Between live conductors and earthed parts 900
- Between phases in air 1100
For the equipment (indoor/outdoor)
- Between live conductors and earthed parts 800/900
- Between phases in air 800/1120

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Table (6) 22 KV System Parameters

Item Parameter Value

1- Frequency Hz 50
2- Configuration 3phase
earthed through
3- Neutral arrangement resistance
4- Service system voltage KV r.m.s 22
5- Rated system voltage for equipment KV r.m.s 24
6- Rated short-time withstand current. KA r.m.s 25
7- Rated duration of short circuit . sec. 3
8- Rated peak withstand current. KA 63
9- Lightning impulse withstand voltage 1.2/50 s (LIWL) KV peak 125
10- One minute power frequency withstand voltage
KV r.m.s 50
11- Min. specific leakage path cm/KV service voltage for :
lightning arrester 4.5
Post insulator, disc insulator and equipment:-
Outdoor cm/KV 3.5
Indoor cm/KV 2.5
Inside metal clad switchgear cm/KV 2

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Table (7) 11 KV System Parameters

Item Parameter Value

1- Frequency Hz 50
2- Configuration 3phase
earthed through
3- Neutral arrangement resistance
4- Service system voltage KV r.m.s 11
5- Rated system voltage for equipment KV r.m.s 12
6- Rated short-time withstand current. KA r.m.s 25
7- Rated duration of short circuit . sec. 3
8- Rated peak withstand current. KA 63
9- Lightning impulse withstand voltage 1.2/50 s (LIWL) KV peak 75
10- One minute power frequency withstand voltage
KV r.m.s 28
11- Min. specific leakage path cm/KV service voltage for :
lightning arrester 4.5
Post insulator, disc insulator and equipment:-
Outdoor cm/KV 3.5
Indoor cm/KV 2.5
Inside metal clad switchgear cm/KV 2

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4.2.2 Low Voltage System

The low voltage systems 380/220V, 4-wire system with multiple

grounding of the neutral .

4.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

4.3.1 Applicable Codes And Standards

All materials shall be manufactured and tested in accordance with the

latest editions of relevant publications of the international
Electrotechnical commission . Where no IEC publication has been
issued to cover a particular subject then a recognized national standard
shall be applied .

EUS – Electricity Utilities Specifications

IEC – International Electrotechnical Commission
IEC 60297 Dimensions of panels and racks
IEC 60298 Ac metal enclosed switchgear and controlgear
IEC 62271- for rated voltage above 1 kV and up to and
200 including 72.5kV
IEC 60439 Low voltage switchgear and controlgear
assemblies .
Part 1 : Requirements for type tested and
partially type – tested assemblies
IEC 60529 Classification of degrees of protection
provided by enclosures .
IEC 60668 Dimensions of panel areas and cut – outs for
panel and rack mounted industrial – process
measurement and control .
IEC 60617 Switchgear / controlgear and protective devices
(part 7 ) .
IEC 60617 Measuring instruments , lamps and signaling
devices – part 7 & 8 .

4.3.2 Alternative Codes And Standards

The tenderer may propose alternative codes and standards provided it is

demonstrated that they give an equivalent degree of quality as the
referenced codes and standards . Acceptability of any alternative code or
standard is at the discretion of EETC .

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4.3.3 Precedence Of Codes And Standards

In cases of conflict between this specification and any of the referenced

codes and standards, then the following order of precedence shall apply :

- EUS
- IEC recommendations .
- Other referenced codes and standards .
- Acceptable alternative codes and standards .

4.4 DESIGN
4.4.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION

4.4.1.1 The control panels shall be completely wired and assembled with
all instruments , devices and controls installed so that entire
assembly is an operatable unit ready for installation in the field .
The instruments , devices and controls required shall be detailed
by the purchaser under separate specification . The instrument
and control terminals (including all spare contacts) shall be wired
to terminal blocks for field connection in accordance with the
relevant loop and schematic diagrams . All accessories not herein
specified or mentioned, but which are required to complete the
control panels shall be supplied by the manufacturer .

Electrical operation and control wiring tests

The correction of the control wiring of a panel shall be verified

by either actual electrical operation of the component control
devices or individual circuit continuity checks by electrical
circuit testers .

- Polarity tests shall be made to ensure that connection

between instrument transformers and meters or relays etc.
are correctly connected for relative polarities .

- instruments shall be tested to ensure that pointers move in

the proper direction .

4.4.1.2 The various assemblies shall be as shown in :

- Figure 1 - Cubicle – type assembly
- Figure 2 - Multi - cubicle – type assembly
- Figure 3 - Multi – Box – type assembly
- Figure 4 - Duplex – type assembly

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4.4.1.3 Design , material selection , and workmanship shall result in a

neat panel appearance outside and inside , with no welds , rivets
or bolts apparent on exterior surfaces . Where a panel is an
addition / extension to an existing panel line – up , exterior
surface , colour should match existing panels . Clause 4.4.9.2 of
this specification shall apply in all other aspects of paintwork .

To cater for future development , the internal layout of the

control panel and particularly the design and layout of the side
walls shall be such as to allow for addition of control panels to
the line – up .

4.4.1.4 The control panels shall be rigid , self – supporting structures ,

with suitable structural steel reinforcement , stiffening and
bracing . Cross stiffeners shall not impede access to the cubicle .
When the structures are assembled , the surfaces shall be flat and
smooth and shall have ample strength to withstand all stresses
encountered in shipping , installation and operation without
distortion , vibration or other damage . The structures shall be
complete with removable lifting lugs as required . The panel
construction shall be compliant with IEC publication 60439 – 1.

4.4.2 CABINETS

4-4-2-1 INDIVIDUAL CABINETS

Each cabinet shall take form of a complete enclosure and shall be

of folded metal construction with enamel finish . It shall have a
front panel suitable for flush mounting equipment such as control
switches, meters , relays, miniature circuit breakers , etc. and
shall be closed off by a door at the rear .

In the case where rackmounted equipment is required , a front

door shall be provided , fitted with a window of impact –
resistant material , to enable settings and indications to be
checked without opening the door . Rack – mounted equipment
shall comply with IEC publication 60297.

Cabinets shall not be less than 600mm wide and the depth shall
not exceed the width . The height shall not exceed 2300mm . The
width between apparatus mounted on the cabinet side walls shall
be sufficient to provide full and easy access to all terminals and
to apparatus mounted in the front panel . Relays and other
sensitive equipment shall not be fitted on hinged panels and

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equipment shall be mounted on the rear access door . The rear

access door shall be close fitting and lockable . It shall be a lift –
off steel door and shall be hinged in such a manner that it can be
opened through 180° .

A lamp (AC power) shall be fitted inside each cabinet and shall
be so arranged that all wiring is illuminated evenly without
dazzle . The lamp shall be controlled by a door switch . A switch
for the purpose of isolation the supply to the lamp shall be
provided . In addition , when requested in the tender .

A separate DC supply for a lamp inside the panel shall be

supplied . The lamp (DC) shall be mounted and wired in a similar
manner to the above mentioned lamp (AC) .

Adequate single and three phase outlets for tools and testing
equipment shall be provided where necessary . Cabinets shall be
floor mounted and provision shall be made for bottom entry of
cables .Removable gland plates of an approved type, non-
flammable , insulating , vermin – proof material shall be
provided. The gland plates shall be drilled on site to suit the
cables . Blank glands for the number of cables required to enter
the cabinet in the ultimate development of the station shall be
provided . All cables shall enter vertically from below . The
cabinets shall be sealed at their point of entry . Panels shall be
ventilated (vermin proof) for cooling of internal components . A
built in fan may be used if necessary . However , failure of the
fan to operate should activate an alarm .

Identification labels shall be provided and fixed by screws on the

front and rear of each cabinet . The label on the rear shall be
placed so that it is visible whether the door is opened or closed .
A label shall also be provided on the outside of the door so that
on removal from the cabinet it can be identified . Inscriptions
shall be clearly legible from the operating distance and marked in
English .

4.4.2.2 Duplex Cabinets

Each cabinet shall take form of a complete enclosure and shall be

of folded metal construction with enamel finish . It shall have a
front panel and a rear panel , each of which shall be suitable for
flush mounting equipment such as control switches, meters ,

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relays , miniature circuit breakers , etc. In general , several

cabinets will be connected to form a row . In this case there shall
be a clear space between the panels fitted back – to – back . This
clear space shall extend for the full length of the row , and shall
not be less than 1.0m wide . An access door shall be provided at
each end . These doors shall be close fitting and wide enough to
allow access for relay test equipment . It shall be possible to open
either access door from the inside without a key , even if the door
is locked from the outside .
In the case where rackmounted equipment is required , a front
door shall be provided , fitted with a window of impact resistant
material , to enable settings and indications to be checked without
opening the door . Rack – mounted equipment shall comply with
IEC publication 60297 .

Cabinets shall have adequate space (wide & depth) , measured

from the front to the central , clear space , shall not exceed the
width .

The total depth of the duplex assembly shall , therefore , be made

up as following :

Depth of one panel

Plus
Central clear space (no less than 1. 0m)
Plus
Depth of one panel

The height shall be 2200mm. The width between apparatus

mounted on the cabinet side walls shall be sufficient to provide
full and easy access to all terminals and to apparatus mounted in
the front panel . Electromechanical relays and other sensitive
equipment shall be mounted on the rear access door .

4.4.3 Condensation

All enclosures shall be provided with anti-condensation space heater.

They shall be automatically controlled by a humidistat , the operating
range of which shall be adjustable . It shall also be possible to switch the
heater on and off manually . A space heater test circuit shall be installed
in each enclosure with a test push button and associated lamp . A switch
for the purpose of isolating the power supply to the heater circuit shall
be provided at each enclosure .

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All enclosures shall be designed to minimise condensation , with

provision for ventilation and drainage as appropriate .

4.4.4 Degree of protection provided by enclosure for LV equipment .

All terminal boxes , mechanism boxes , kiosks , cabinets and equipment

enclosures shall have degrees of protection provided by enclosure
according to IEC 60529 as following :

Outdoor IP54 (minimum)

Indoor IP51 (minimum)

4.4.5 Panel Wiring

4.4.5.1 General

Control panel and cabinet wiring shall be PVC insulate

stranded copper conductor rated at 600/1000 volts . The
minimum conductor sizes shall be not less than 2.5mm²
for voltage and all DC circuits and 4mm² for metering and
protection current circuits . For solid state relays the
corresponding minimum conductor sizes shall be not less
than 1.5mm² for voltage and all DC circuits and 2.5mm²
for metering and protection current circuits .

4.4.5.2 When wiring extends from a stationary to a hinged part of

a structure , e.g. console swing-up horizontal sections , it
shall be accomplished by grouping and forming the wires
into a loop , adequately supported at each end and of
sufficient length so that the wires in the loop will be
subjected to torsional strain only , but not to bending ,
tension or compression when the hinged part is moved to
the full open position .

4.4.5.3 Horizontal and vertical wiring between terminal blocks

and devices shall be enclosed in plastic ducts with
removable covers . Wire fill in ducts shall not exceed 25%
capacity .

4.4.5.4 Wiring between ducts and devices

may run exposed for
distances not exceeding 150 mm .

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4.4.5.5 All exposed wiring shall be formed

neatly with wires
grouped in pack . Each pack shall be bound with plastic
ties and shall be substantially supported throughout the
panel and ducts . Multi-conductor cable is not acceptable
inside the panel .

4.4.6 Grounding Of Panels

4.4.6.1 The cases of all panel or console mounted devices shall be

grounded effectively through the steel structure or
supplementary ground straps .

4.4.6.2 Each panel shall be equipped with a copper ground bus

not less than 6 mm X 25 mm extending its entire length ,
installed inside , near the bottom , bolted to , but insulated
from the structure . The ground bus shall be used for all
cable shields and instrument ground applications , and for
power ground applications . A solderless clamp-type
terminal lug shall be provided at each end of the ground
bus for connection of 95mm² bare stranded copper ground
cable . Means shall be provided for coupling the ground
bars of adjacent units . The joints shall be brazed , welded
or tinned and bolted . Doors , removable panels , gland
plates , covers shall be bonded to ground . Each control
panel section shall have a stud bolt and flying lead
connection to the ground bus .

4.4.6.3 Whenever the schematics or loop

diagrams indicate a
definite ground for a circuit at the structure , a single wire
for each circuit shall be run independently from the circuit
grounded point to the ground bus and fastened with a
drilled and tapped connection .

4.4.6.4 All panel wiring operating at a

voltage greater than 60V
shall be coloured black . For voltages less than 60V it shall
be coloured grey . Grounding wire insulation shall be
coloured yellow with green trace colour

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4.4.7 Panel Wire Identification

Panel wire shall be fitted with numbered identification tags at

termination points . All internal wires in cabinets , kiosks , panels, etc. ,
shall be identified at each end by means of a sleeve indelibly marked
with an identification number which shall be readily visible . Sleeves at
ends of wires shall be marked with the terminal numbers and device
number of the items of equipment to which they are connected . The
sleeves shall be such that they remain fixed to the wires when the wires
are removed from their terminals . The sleeves on all wires directly
connected to circuit breaker trip coils shall be red , and marked , trip .

4.4.8 Auxiliary Relays And Terminals

4.4.8.1 In the case of low voltage circuits operating at nominal

voltage of 60V or less , equipment (including terminals)
shall be rated to withstand 1.000V , 50HZ , to

ground for one minute . Equipment for circuits operating

at nominal voltage greater than 60V shall be rated to
withstand 2000V , 50HZ , to ground for one minute .

4.4.8.2 Auxiliary relays shall be dust-proof and so constructed and

fitted , that the coils and contacts can easily be replaced ,
preferably without removing the relay unless it is of the
plug – in type . It is desirable that , where feasible , all
coils be continuously rated . All switched contacts shall
have a self – cleaning action . Alternatively , solid state
relays may be used .

4.4.8.3 Terminals for cables and wires with

conductor of cross –
sectional area 2.5 sq.mm or greater shall be of the
clamping type , screw tightened by screw driver , where
the screw dose not bear directly on the wire . For
terminations at panels , kiosks , cabinets , etc. , Universal
DIN rail mounted terminals shall be used and these shall
be arranged in rows on a mounting rail . The universal
DIN rail mounted terminals shall be spring loaded for
clipping into position . Means for isolating circuits , such

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as “ drop – link ” type universal DIN rail mounted

terminals shall be provided on all AC and DC supply
circuits . Universal DIN rail mounted terminals on current
transformer secondary circuits shall be provided with short

circuiting devices and with devices for plugging in

ammeters and test equipment . A minimum of 10% spare
terminals shall be provided on each universal DIN rail
mounted terminal rack .

4.4.8.4 Wires shall not be tee – connected or

jointed between
terminal points . All stranded or flexible wires shall have
crimped connectors fitted at terminal points .

4.4.9 Painting

4.4.9.1 General

All metallic surfaces subject to corrosion shall be

protected by suitable coatings applied in the shop .
Surfaces which will be inaccessible after assembly shall be
protected for the life of the equipment . The surfaces shall
be cleaned and prepared in the shop . All mill scale ,
oxides , and other coatings shall be removed . Use of sand
or grit on these surfaces is not acceptable . Exposed
surfaces shall be finished smooth , thoroughly cleaned ,
and filled as necessary to provide a smooth uniform base
for painting . Surfaces to be finish painted after
installation, or requiring paint for corrosion protection
until installation , shall be shop painted with one or more
coats of primer as hereinafter specified .

4.4.9.2 Painting

Electrical equipment shall be shop finished with one or

more coats of primer and two coats of high grade oil
resistant enamel .

The finish colour shall closely match RAL 7032 light

grey, or RAL – F2 of colour register , RAL 840 HR of
German organization for specifications and certification ,
for all equipment .

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The interior of all panels and switchgear shall be finished

with gloss white enamel .

Shop primer for electrical equipment shall be the

manufacturer’s standard , unless otherwise specified , and
shall be compatible with the finish enamel .

4.4.9.3 The supplier shall furnish sufficient

touch up paint for one
complete finish coat on all exterior factory painted
surfaces of each item of equipment . The touch up paint
shall be the same type and colour as the factory applied
paint and shall be carefully packed to avoid damage during
shipment . Complete painting instructions shall be
furnished .

4.4.9.4 Shop primers used on steel and iron

surfaces shall be suitable for the
continuous operating temperature .

4.4.9.5 Panels for outdoor installations shall

be galvanized in accordance with
specification (Galvanizing ) before
painting

4.4.10 Flame Retardance

4.4.10.1 All panel and console materials used ,

including terminal
blocks , ducts wire cleats , cable ties , and receptacles ,
shall be non-flammable .

5- MARKING

Each control panel shall be provided with one or more nameplates

marked in a durable manner and located such that they are visible and
legible .

The following information shall be given on the nameplate :-

* manufacturer’s name or trademark .

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* Type designation or identification number making it possible to

get relevant information from the manufacturer .

* Type of current – AC / DC ( and frequency in the case of AC ) .

* Rated operational voltages .

* Rated insulation voltage of control wiring .

* Degree of protection .

* Service conditions for indoor use .

* Dimensions .

* Weight .

6- TESTING AND INSPECTION

6.1 Testing
6.1.1 General

All material shall be tested in accordance with the latest standards and as
specified herein .

The supplier shall provide acceptable type test certificates for his
material .

If the supplier has carried out type tests on the offered equipment in the
last ten years according to the relevant standard then the supplier shall
provide type test certificates for the approval of the purchases, other
wise type tests have to be carried out .

The purchaser , at its discretion, may wish to have additional / repeat

type tests carried out . The supplier shall , therefore include a price list
for type tests in his tender .

6.1.2 Location Of Tests

Routine and / or sample tests shall be carried out at the supplier’s

factory .

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Type tests shall be carried out at an independent testing laboratory or at

the supplier’s laboratory and be witnessed by a representative of an
independent testing laboratory or other representative acceptable to the
purchaser .

6.2 Inspection :

The purchaser has the right to witness tests or to visit the factory during
manufacture of any or all items covered by this specification .
Accordingly , the supplier shall give the purchaser adequate notice of
manufacturing and test schedules .

6.3 Type Tests :

Type tests shall be in accordance with IEC 62271-200 , IEC 60529.

6.4 Routine Tests :

Routine tests shall be accordance with IEC 62271-200 .

6.5 Sample Tests

Sample tests are not required .

7- SAMPLING

7.1 Type Tests

One unit of each different design shall be subjected to the type testing

7.2 Routine Tests

Routine tests shall be carried out in each unit .

8- METHOD OF TESTS

8.1 Type Tests :

The methods of test shall be in arrangements with IEC 62271-200 , IEC

60529 , as appropriate .

8.2 Routing Tests :

The methods of test shall be in arrangements with IEC 62271-200 .

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9- ACCEPTANCE AND REJECTION

9.1 Type Tests :

Any item not meeting the type test requirements shall result in rejection
of all units on order .

In case of rejection , the purchaser shall not be liable for the cost of type
tests .
The purchaser , at his discretion , may allow the supplier to carry out
repeat type tests to prove his design , but any such repeat tests shall be at
the supplier’s expense .

9.2 Routing Tests :

Any item not meeting the routine test requirements shall be rejection .

10- DELIVERY

10.1.1 This specification covers the minimum packing requirements . In any

event , The best packing practice shall be followed . Delivery time to
site shall start from the date of placing an order for the equipment .
10.1.2 Prior to packing , the equipment shall be cleaned to remove all dirt and
waste material left from fabrication . The front of each panel shall be
covered with a plastic that can remain in place during installation .
The supplier shall include guaranteed delivery time from the date of
receipt of the official order to the arrival in the designated stores .
10.1.3 The top , back , front , ends , and bottom of the panels . Shall be
provided with a temporary enclosure , tightly sealed to prevent entry of
foreign matter during delivery and storage at the jobsite . The entire
panel shall be adequately protected to prevent damage to components
during handling delivery .

Boxes , crates or packages containing individual instruments or devices

too heavy or fragile to be delivery with the panels shall be clearly
labeled with the name of the equipment contained therein , instrument
tag number , purchase order number and other pertinent information that
may be required to properly identify and handle the items . Each
delivery crate shall be marked with the weight in 75mm high painted
letters .

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Interior packing devices must be provided to adequately protect against

damage to material packed in containers .

If supplies are subject to damage or deterioration caused by temperature

conditions in transportation , the supplier shall advise in writing of the
requirements to adequately protect the supplies .

Waterproof caseliners ( in bag from , or an overwrap constructed of

asphalt laminated kraft paper and sealed with waterproof adhesive )
shall be used if the goods are susceptible to damage from moisture .

In order to minimise weakness , all goods shall be packed to reduce

waste space as mush as possible . Fragile goods shall be wrapped in
crepe – cellulose wadding or an equally efficient cushioning material .

Panels shall be skid mounted for shipping . Panels and all other
equipment shall be packaged so that it will arrive at the site undamaged
by handling or weather . Temporary wood or steel braces , guides ,
skids, crates or other shipping devices necessary for transporting the
finished panels shall be furnished by the manufacturer . Lifting lugs
shall be provided .

The manufacturer shall be responsible for , and shall repair or replace at

his own expense , any and all damaged equipment where damage was
due to improper preparation for shipment .

10.2 Delivery

10.2.1 The tender shall include a guaranteed delivery time from

the date of receipt of the official order .

10.2.2 Equipment supplied from outside A.R.E shall be delivered

cost , Insurance and freight , “CIF” through the designated
port of entry to designated stores .

10.2.3 Equipment supplied from within A.R.E shall be delivered

to the designated stores .

10.2.4 Boxes , crates or packages containing

individual
instruments or devices too heavy or fragile to ship with the
panels shall be clearly labeled with the name of the
equipment contained therein , instrument tag number ,

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purchase order number and other pertinent information

that may be required to properly identify and handle the
items . Each shipping crate shall be marked with the
weight in 75mm high painted letters .
10.2.5 Interior packing devices must be
provided to adequately
protect against damage to material packed in containers .

10.2.6 If supplies are subject to damage or

deterioration caused
by temperature conditions in transportation , the supplier
shall advise in writing of the requirements to adequately
protect the supplies .

10.2.7 Waterpoof caseliners ( in bag from ,

or an overwrap
constructed of asphalt laminated kraft paper and sealed
with waterproof adhesive ) shall be used if the goods are
susceptible to damage from moisture .

10.2.8 In order to minimise weakness , all

goods shall be packed
to reduce waste space as mush as possible . Fragile goods
shall be wrapped in crepe – cellulose wadding or an
equally efficient cushioning material .

10.2.9 Panels shall be skid mounted for

shipping . Panels and all
other equipment shall be packaged so that it will arrive at
the site undamaged by handling or weather . Temporary
wood or steel braces , guides , skids, crates or other
shipping devices necessary for transporting the finished
panels shall be furnished by the manufacturer . Lifting
lugs shall be provided .

10.2.10 The manufacturer shall be responsible

for , and shall repair
or replace at his own expense , any and all damaged
equipment where damage was due to improper preparation
for shipment .

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11- SPARE PARTS

In addition to spare parts requested by the purchaser , the supplier shall

recommend a list of spare parts .

12- GUARANTEE

12.1 The supplier shall guarantee the delivered equipment against

manufacturing, design and material defects for a period as per tender
documents .

13- SUBMITTALS

13.1 SUBMITTALS REQUIRED WITH TENDER

The following shall be submitted as part of the tender .

13.1.1 Fully complete copy of the technical
data schedule . one complete sheet
shall be submitted for each for each
type of panel offered .

13.1.2 Detailed type test reports . Tests shall

, where applicable ,
have been carried out with IP 51 degree of enclosure .

13.1.3 Detailed description of operations .

13.1.4 Maintenance recommendations .

13.1.5 List of recommended spare parts.

13.1.6 List of special tools required for

maintenance .

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13.1.7 All other data or information

necessary , to fully describe the offer .

13.1.8 Details of painting of external

surfaces if applicable .

13.1.9 Full details of all site tests to be

carried out on the fully assembled
plant .

13.1.10 List of manufacturers of components .

13.1.11 Drawings : Shop drawings in

sufficient detail to indicate the kind ,
size , arrangement , weights of each
component , breakdown for shipment
, and operation of component
materials and devices . They shall
also indicate the external connections
, anchorages , and supports required ,
the dimensions needed for installation
and correlation with other materials
and equipment .

13.2 Submittals Required Following Award Of Contract :

The following submittals shall be provided by the supplier following

award of a contract :-

13.2.1 A complete set of schematic ,

connection , and interconnection
diagrams which shall indicate the
terminal arrangements .

Arrangement drawings showing physical arrangement of

all panel mounted devices shall be furnished for each
panel before manufacture can commence . The function of
each panel mounted device shall shown on these drawings.

13.2.2 Preliminary operation and

maintenance manuals .

13.2.3 Test reports .

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14- SITE ERECTION AND ASSEMBLY

14.1 The control panels shall be completely wired and assembled , with all
instruments , devices and controls installed so that the entire assembly is
an operable unit ready for installation in the field .

14.2 However , if a control panel line – up has to be divided into manageable

sections for handling and delivery to site , than all materials required
shall be provided by the manufacturer to bolt the panel sections together
on site . If cables are interconnected between two panels , then they shall
be connected through cable terminals . All additional drawings and
information required for this purpose shall be provided by the
manufacturer .

15. REFERENCE LIST

15.1 Tenderer shall submit a reference list that the proposed equipment have
been in successful operation in an integrated system for a period of three
years minimum on three different substations of same or higher capacity
outside country of manufacture and / or in EEHC network for a period
not less than three years during the last ten years .The experience of
manufacturer and the submanufacturers shall be evaluated on the above
basis .

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ENQURY SCHEDULES

SCHEDULE 1

Enquiry Schedules

( To be completed purchaser )

DESCRIPTION REQUIRED

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1. Control panel classification

(a) Type (cubicle / box)
(b) Arrangement (single /
duplex)
(c) Location (indoor /
outdoor)
2. umber of panels

3. Maximum shipping weight ( Kg )

4. Maximum shipping dimensions (mm)

SIGNED : ____________

COMPANY : ____________

POSITION IN COMPANY : ____________

DATE : ____________ _____________

COMPANY STAMP

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Tenderer Guarantee Schedule

SCHEDULE 2

Tenderer Guarantee Schedule

( To be completed By Tenderer )

REF DESCRIPTION OFFER

1. General requirements
Switchboard arrangement :

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2. Number of shipping sections ___________

3. Size of ground bus (mm X mm) ___________

4. Control power supply (breaker or ___________

fuse rating ) (Amps)
5. Space heater ___________
( Size in watts )
6. Space heater control ___________
Thermostat or manual )
7. Ventilation opening position (if
different than specified in spec. ___________
body)
8. External cable entry (if
different than specified in spec. ___________
body)
9. Degree of protection (IP 54/51) ___________

10. Overall panel dimension (width X ___________

height X depth) (mm)
11. Thickness of steel (mm) ___________

12. Overall weight of panel (kg) ___________

13. Panel lighting

( AC ) 220 V. ___________
( DC ) 220 V.

SIGNED : ____________
COMPANY : ____________
POSITION IN COMPANY : ____________
DATE : ____________ _____________
COMPANY STAMP

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FIGURES

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