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Introduction to On Load Tap Changers
New Generation of Diverter switch tap-changers
New Generation of Selector switch tap-changers
Summary
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Transformer Insulation and Components
Wherever you are, our products are near by
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Transformer Insulation and Components
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On-Load Tap-Changers
Ludvika, Sweden The Center Of Excellence ABB On-Load Tap-Changers since 1912
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On-Load Tap-Changers
Over 100 years of experience
Stockholm year
1900 1930 1960 1990
Traditional technology
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On-Load Tap-Changers
Introduction to voltage regulation
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On-Load Tap-Changers
Introduction to voltage regulation
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On-Load Tap-Changers
Introduction to voltage regulation
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On-Load Tap-Changers
Introduction to voltage regulation
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On-Load Tap-Changers
Introduction to voltage regulation
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On-Load Tap-Changers
Introduction to voltage regulation
In a core type
transformer windings
are arranged as
Tap winding
shells around the
cylindrical core legs,
one for each voltage
system
Loop winding
Voltage regulation
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On-Load Tap-Changers
Introduction to voltage regulation
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On-Load Tap-Changers
Introduction to voltage regulation
Switching Type
Linear switching
Lowest losses
Plus/minus switching
Coarse/fine switching
Higher losses
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On-Load Tap-Changers
Introduction to voltage regulation
Connection Type
Star Point Connection:
One tap-changer can serve
all three phases
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On-Load Tap-Changers
Introduction to voltage regulation
Connection Type
Delta Connection:
Regulation can be facilitated
with 1, 2 or 3 pole tap-
changers depending on type
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On-Load Tap-Changers
Introduction to voltage regulation
Connection Type: Auto Transformer
HV HV HV
LV
+ + LV
- -
LV
+
-
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On-Load Tap-Changers
Four main product families
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On-Load Tap-Changers
Two main technologies
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On-Load Tap-Changers
Portfolio overview
Conventional Portfolio
On-tank In-tank
Product name UZF UZE UBB UCG short UCG/C UCG/III UCG/F UCL/III UCL/F UCD/III UCC/IV
Max voltage [kV]
In delta connection * 145 145 72,5 245 245 245 245 300 300 245 245
Max BIL [kV] 650 650 350 1050 1050 1050 1050 1175 1175 1050 1050
Max Current [A]** 600 600 500 300 600 600 600 925 925 1000 1600
Max Positions 33 33 27 35 35 35 35 35 35 35 35
* For ∆-connection.
Y-connections is restricted by
insulation of neutral point to
Vacuum Portfolio
ground.
Reactance Resistive
On-tank In-tank
Product name VRLTC VUBB VUCG short VUCG/C VUCG/III VUCG/F VUCL/III VUCL/F
Max voltage [kV]
In delta connection * 34,5 72,5 245 245 245 245 300 300
Max BIL [kV] 200 380 1050 1050 1050 1050 1175 1175
Max Current [A]** 2000 600 600 600 800 800 1000 1300
Max Positions 33 19 35 35 35 35 35 35
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On-Load Tap-Changers
Routine tests, IEC 60214
1. Mechanical test
2. Switching sequence test
3. Auxiliary circuit insulation test
4. Pressure and vacuum test
5. Visual inspection
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On-Load Tap-Changers
IEC 60214
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On-Load Tap-Changers
Type tests, IEC 60214 and IEEE C57.131
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On-Load Tap-Changers
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Diverter switch tap-changers
Principle of operation
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Diverter switch tap-changers
Conventional type UC - Principle of operation
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Diverter switch tap-changers
Type VUCG – Medium transformer ratings
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Diverter switch tap-changers
VUCG - Principle of operation 1(2)
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Diverter switch tap-changers
VUCG - Principle of operation 2(2)
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Diverter switch tap-changers
Type UCG and VUCG
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Diverter switch tap-changers
Type VUCL – Large transformer ratings
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Diverter switch tap-changers
VUCL - Principle of operation 1(2)
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Diverter switch tap-changers
VUCL - Principle of operation 2(2)
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Diverter switch tap-changers
Type UCL and VUCL
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Diverter switch tap-changers
Tap-selectors
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Diverter switch tap-changers
Vacuum technology
Exceptionally tested
Redundancy in the electrical
contact system
Rotating mechanical systems
minimize wear
Mechanical synchronization
of the vacuum bottles
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Diverter switch tap-changers
Benefits
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Diverter switch tap-changers
Vacuum technology- Field upgrading
1ZSC000717-ACA
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Diverter switch tap-changers
Selector switch tap-changers
Summary
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Selector switch tap-changers
Principle of operation
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Selector switch tap-changers
VUBB - Principle of operation 1(2)
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Selector switch tap-changers
VUBB - Principle of operation 2(2)
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Selector switch tap-changers
Type VUBB
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Selector switch tap-changers
Vacuum technology - Complete reliability
Exceptionally tested
Minimal number of parts
Robust mechanical design
Large electrical and thermal
margins
Internal pre-selector eliminates
the risk of gassing in the main
tank
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Selector switch tap-changers
Benefits
Compact design
Internal pre-selector reduces
the risk of handling damages
Single compartment in both
star and delta connections
Extensive service experience
Thousands of units in service
Reliable
Few parts
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Vacuum technology
Benefits
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Diverter switch tap-changers
Selector switch tap-changers
Summary
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Tap-changer types
Portfolio overview
ABB Completes your transformers
Conventional Portfolio
On-tank In-tank
Product name UZF UZE UBB UCG short UCG/C UCG/III UCG/F UCL/III UCL/F UCD/III UCC/IV
Max voltage [kV]
In delta connection * 145 145 72,5 245 245 245 245 300 300 245 245
Max BIL [kV] 650 650 350 1050 1050 1050 1050 1175 1175 1050 1050
Max Current [A]** 600 600 500 300 600 600 600 925 925 1000 1600
Max Positions 33 33 27 35 35 35 35 35 35 35 35
* For ∆-connection.
Y-connections is restricted by
insulation of neutral point to
Vacuum Portfolio
ground.
Reactance Resistive
On-tank In-tank
Product name VRLTC VUBB VUCG short VUCG/C VUCG/III VUCG/F VUCL/III VUCL/F
Max voltage [kV]
In delta connection * 34,5 72,5 245 245 245 245 300 300
Max BIL [kV] 200 380 1050 1050 1050 1050 1175 1175
Max Current [A]** 2000 600 600 600 800 800 1000 1300
Max Positions 33 19 35 35 35 35 35 35
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Voltage regulation
Motor Drives Overview
ABB Completes your transformers
Types:
BUL2: Mainly used together
with VUB and single
compartment VUCG in-tank
tap-changers
BUE2: Most versatile. For all
in-tank tap-changers.
Highly configurable
Various types of multi-
position switches
Tropical and arctic versions
Protection class
IP 56 / IP 66
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Voltage regulation
AVR Overview
ABB Completes your transformers
The Automatic Voltage Regulation
system offers several functions
Parallel control according to all
common modes
Voltage regulation
Over current blocking
Under voltage blocking
and flexibility
Communication by most
protocols
Can be mounted in motor drive
cabinet
Alternatively, Wall-, Panel or
Flush mounting in control room
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Our philosophy
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Thank you for your attention !
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