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Espanio, Miraflor B.
POWER CONDUCTING COMPONENTS
• Switches
• Circuit Breakers
• Fuses
CONTROL SYSTEMS
• Instrument Transformer
• Relays
• Busbar
• Lightning arrestors
• Surge arrestors
• Isolators
SWITCHES
A device use to open or
close an electrical circuit
in a convenient way.
FUSES
A short piece of
wire or thin strip
which melts when
excessive current
flows through for
sufficient time.
CIRCUIT BREAKERS
An automatically separated electrical switch designed to
protect an electrical circuit from damage caused by overload
or short circuit.
CURRENT TRANSFORMER
A current transformer (CT) is used
for measurement of alternating
electric currents.
CT
VT
POTENTIAL TRANSFORMER
A potential transformer (PT) is used
for measurement of high electric
voltage.
CT
VT
RELAY
Isan automatic device which senses an abnormal condition
of electrical circuit and closes its contacts.
ELECTRICAL ISOLATOR
A mechanical switch which isolates a part of circuit from the system
as when required.
LIGHTNING ARRESTERS
Deviceuse in electrical power systems to protect the insulation and
conductors of the system from damaging effects of lightning.
SURGE ARRESTERS
Deviceto protect electrical equipment from over voltage transients
caused by external (lightning) or internal (switching) events.
BUSBAR
Busbar is a strip or bar of copper, brass or aluminium that
conducts electricity within a switchboard, distribution board,
substation.
Normal Operating Abnormal Operating
Condition Condition
SERVICING
Implies work that is carried out for ensuring that equipment is kept in an
acceptable condition.
EXAMINATION
Inspection carried out with partial dismantling supplemented by non-
destructive tests.
OVERHAUL
Work done with the objective of repairing or replacing parts
ENCLOSURES
Ensure
that all enclosure panels, doors, and structures are well
maintained.
During
de-energized maintenance, enclosures are to be
vacuum cleaned of all loose dirt and debris.
All
vents and fan grills are to be cleaned of all dust and/or dirt
accumulations.
All
doors and access panels should be properly secured
during operation
INSULATORS, SUPPORTS, and CONNECTOR
Inspect for signs of cracking, broken pieces, and other
physical damage or deterioration
Examine for evidence of moisture