Title :
Case study: lessons learned from the failure of a new 230-kV transformer-cable termination
Author_Institution :
Pet. Inst., Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Abstract :
Investigation of the failure of a new 230 kV transformer-cable termination showed that a micro-crack had developed in the bushing during transportation/handling. It is suggested that commissioning tests should include partial discharge measurements.
Keywords :
failure analysis; partial discharge measurement; power transformer insulation; failure analysis; partial discharge measurement; power transformer; transformer insulation; transformer-cable termination; voltage 230 kV; Insulators; Partial discharge measurement; Road transportation; Testing; cable termination; failure analysis; insulation; partial discharge; power transformer;
Journal_Title :
Electrical Insulation Magazine, IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/MEI.2010.5383923
