DocumentCode
2564717
Title
Internal spark gap protection of distribution transformers from low-side current surges
Author
Boyd, Edward L.
Author_Institution
ABB Power T&D Co., Athens, GA, USA
fYear
1991
fDate
22-27 Sep 1991
Firstpage
577
Lastpage
581
Abstract
The emerging industry consensus on low-side surges to distribution transformers and a review of the benefits and detriments of available protection schemes led to the concept of an internally-mounted low-voltage spark gap as a protection device. Transformer tests and field trials of the prototype spark gap have demonstrated its effectiveness. Development of this device is continuing
Keywords
power transformers; spark gaps; surge protection; transformer protection; distribution transformers; internally-mounted low-voltage spark gap; low-side current surges; Circuits; Coils; Electrical equipment industry; Impedance; Lightning; Prototypes; Spark gaps; Surge protection; Testing; Transformers;
fLanguage
English
Publisher
ieee
Conference_Titel
Transmission and Distribution Conference, 1991., Proceedings of the 1991 IEEE Power Engineering Society
Conference_Location
Dallas, TX
Print_ISBN
0-7803-0219-2
Type
conf
DOI
10.1109/TDC.1991.169562
Filename
169562
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