Low Voltage Distribution

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
LOW VOLTAGE DISTRIBUTION AL FOZAN BOULEVARD

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 GENERAL
1.1 REFERENCE 3
1.2 DESCRIPTION OF WORK 3
1.3 QUALITY OF CONTROL / ASSURANCE 3
1.4 CODES AND STANDARDS 4
1.5 SUBMITTALS 5
2.0 PRODUCTS
2.1 MAIN LOW VOLTAGE SWITCHBOARD – FORM – 4 7
2.2 MOTOR CONTROL CENTRES (MCC) – FORM 2 13
2.3 SUB MAIN DISTRIBUTION BOARD – FORM - 2: 19
2.4 FINAL DISTRIBUTION BOARDS 20
2.5 AIR CIRCUIT BREAKERS 21
2.6 MOULDED CASE CIRCUIT BREAKER 22
2.7 DISCONNECT SWITCHES 23
2.8 EARTH LEAKAGE CIRCUIT BREAKERS (ELCB'S) 28
2.9 CONTACTORS / OVERLOAD RELAYS / CONTROL RELAYS TIMERS 23
2.10 INDICATION LAMPS / PUSH BUTTONS / SELECTOR SWITCHES. 24
2.11 VOLT METER, AMMETER & POWERFACTOR METER 25
2.12 AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH: 29
2.13 POWER FACTOR CORRECTION EQUIPMENTS 31
3.0 EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION 33
3.2 SWITCHBOARD OPERATOR'S MAT 34
3.3 COORDINATION 34
3.4 HARMONIC ACTIVE FILTERS 34
3.5 TESTING AND COMMISSIONING 34
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1.0 GENERAL
1.1 REFERENCE
Conform to General Requirements for Electrical Services.
1.2 DESCRIPTION OF WORK
1.2.1 Supply, installation, testing and commissioning of LV switchboards. Switchboard shall generically
mean Low Voltage (LV) panels, Main distribution Boards (MDB’s), Sub-main Distribution
Boards (SMDB’s), Motor Control centres (MCC’s), Power distribution Units, (PDU’s) Final
Circuit Distribution boards (DB’s), feeder pillars and all Factory Built Assemblies of
switchgear (FBA’s). and Capacitor Banks as specified here after and with ratings as indicated in the
relevant electrical drawings and compliance with local codes and regulations. The proposed panel
shall be Type tested assembly with the certification as per IEC 61439-1, in the name of the
principal manufacturer and being assembled by certified authorized panel builders for the
panels with OEM enclosures and in the name of panel builder for panels with local
enclosures.
The principal manufacturer and the certified/authorized panel builder shall have switchboards that
are BSEN/IEC 61439-1 certified and have certified quality assurance system to ISO 9001.
Noncertified manufacturers would not be accepted.
Contractor to allow for software based Harmonic study simulation during the LV technical
submission and harmonic measurements shall be performed during T & C and at the end of DLP.
Based on the result recommendation harmonic active filters shall be added. This shall be included
as part of Provisional Sum.
1.3 QUALITY CONTROL/ASSURANCE
Design, manufacture, testing and method of installation of all apparatus and materials furnished
under requirements of these specifications shall conform to latest publications or standard rules of
the following:
A. Dubai Water and Electricity Authority (DEWA) regulations for electrical installation works
and Department of Civil Defense requirements.
B. Regulations for the Electrical Equipment of Buildings (IET), (BS) London.
The Quality Control/Assurance/Assurance/Quality Assurance duties shall be performed by the
Contractor. The system of Quality Control/Assurance/Assurance verification shall be in accordance
with ISO 9001 standards of quality assurance. The main switchboard manufacturer/panel builders
shall be independently certified to BS EN ISO 9001 Quality Standard including in-house
Engineering for product design activities. A copy of this certification shall be submitted to the
Engineer for acceptance.
Manufacturer Qualifications: Company regularly engaged in the manufacturer of all materials
specified in this section of types and sizes required, whose products have been in satisfactory use
under similar service conditions for not less than 10 years.
Panel builder qualifications: The selected panel builder must have minimum of 5 years’
experience / relationship with the principal manufacturer and offered enclosure system.
Contractor to use competent persons to install the equipment and provide them with documentary
evidence of their competence, which the Engineer or Employer, or their nominees, shall be
entitled to see at any time.
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Acceptance by the Engineer of any switchboard shall not relieve the manufacturer from any of his
performance guarantees or from any other obligations.
1.4 CODES AND STANDARDS:
The following codes and standards to the extent specified herein, form a part of this specification.
When an edition date is not indicated for a Code or Standard the latest edition enforce at the time of
proposal submitted shall apply
1. IEC 61439-1 Low-voltage switchgear and control gear assemblies – Part 1: General rules.
2. IEC 61439-2 Low-voltage switchgear and control gear assemblies – Part 2:
Power switchgear and control gear assemblies
3. IEC61641 Ed-3 Enclosed low voltage switchgear and control gear assemblies Guide for
testing under conditions of arcing due to internal fault
4. IEC 60044-1 Current transformers
5. IEC 60186 Voltage transformers
6. BS EN 60204 Safety of Machinery. Electrical Equipment of Machines
7. IEC60529 Degrees of protection provided by enclosures
8. IEC60947-2:2017+A1:2020 Low voltage switchgear & control gear– part 2 Circuit
breakers
9. IEC60947-3 Switches, disconnectors, switch-disconnectors and fuse combination units.
10. IEC60068 Environmental testing
11. IEC61140 Protection against electric shock – Common aspects for installation
and equipment – Basic safety publication
12. IEC60947-4-1 Contactors and motor starters
13. IEC 60947-1:2000 LV switchgear & control gear-General Rules.
14. IEC 337-2: Control devices.
15. IEC 51 Indicating measuring instruments.
16. BS 88 Cartridge fuses.
17. BS 142 Electrical protective relays.
18. BS 159 Busbar & connections.
19. BS 37 Electricity Meters-General
20. BS 6231 Electric Cables. Single core PVC insulated flexible cables of rated voltage
600/100 V for switchgear and controlgear wiring
21. IEC 61000-41 Electromagnetic compatibility, testing and measurement techniques
22. IEC 61557-12 Combined performance measuring and monitoring devices for electrical
parameters
23. IEC TR 61641:3.0 Enclosed low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies - Guide
for testing under conditions of arcing due to internal fault
24. IEC 60664-1 Insulation Coordination for equipment within low voltage systems - Part 1:
Principles, requirements and tests
25. IEC 62208 Empty enclosures for low voltage switchgear and control gear assemblies -
General requirements
26. IEC 62053-21 Electricity metering equipment - Static meters for active energy (Classes 1
& 2)
27. IEC 60898-1 Electrical accessories – Circuit-breakers for over-current protection for
household and similar installations – Part 1: Circuit-breakers for a.c.
operation
28. BS EN 61008 / 61009 Residual current operated circuit-breakers without integral over-
current protection for household and similar uses (RCCBs / RCBOs). General
rules
29. IEC 60255-1 Measuring relays and protection equipment - Part 1: Common requirements
30. IEC 61811-1 Electromechanical telecom elementary relays of assessed quality - Part 1:
Generic specification and blank detail specification
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31. IEC 61921 Power capacitors - Low-voltage power factor correction banks
32. Power meter shall Comply with following standards:
Measurement accuracy comply as with IEC 61557-12, IEC 62053-22 IEC 62053-23
33. Electrical safety as per IEC 61010-1.
34. EMC Comply as per IEC 61326-1 (IEC 61000-3-2, IEC 61000-3-3, IEC 61000-4-2, IEC
61000-4-3, IEC 61000-4-4, IEC 61000-4-5, IEC 61000-4-6, IEC 61000-4-8,
IEC 61000-4-11)
35. Enclosures shall have mechanical impact resistance of IK10 to IEC 62262
Where conflicts exist between the requirements of this Specification and other drawings,
standards, codes and specifications, the most stringent shall be applied.
Total Type Test Certificate from ASTA/INTERTEK, KEMA/DEKRA or any other testing
agency shall be submitted to prove the assembly performance and design
1.5 SUBMITTALS
1.5.1 MANUFACTURERS TECHNICAL DATA
The contractor shall submit the following drawings and documents related with each electrical
system for Engineer’s approval:
A. Original catalogues for various proposed components.
B. Schedule of Panels and details.
C. Test Certificates.
Provide manufacturer's specifications and technical data including performance, construction
and fabrication. Contractor shall submit product data for each manufactured component and
include following information as a minimum:
A. Service voltage, number of phases and frequency.
B. Main bus-bars capacity (Ampere Rating) and short circuit rating.
C. Over current protective device types with short circuit, frame and trip ratings,
features and characteristics.
D. Metering equipment types and functions.
E. Time-current coordination curves for each circuit breaker.
During the time of the contract and before substantial completion of the electrical installation, submit
three (3) copies of descriptive literature, technical data, maintenance recommendations (from the
equipment manufacturer), catalogues etc.
1.5.2 DRAWINGS AND INFORMATION:
A drawing pouch / pocket shall be provided in each panel and laminated load schedules and
approved schematic drawings (Framed) shall be providing.
The contractor / vendor shall furnish the following drawings and documents along this submittal for
approval. Drawings shall have the following information:
A. General Arrangement drawing showing front view, plan, foundation plan, floor cutouts
and trenches for external cables, elevations, transport sections and weights.
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B. Sectional drawings of various types of feeders, panels showing general constructional
features, mounting details of various devices, busbars, current transformers, cable boxes,
terminal boxes for control cables, etc.
C. Dimensioned drawings showing outline of the switch boards arrangement and position of
important external features. Include required clearances and service space around
equipment. Show tabulations of installed devices, equipment features, and ratings. These
drawings shall show masses, crane lift necessary for un-tanking and size of lifting lugs or
eyes.
D. Schematic and control wiring diagrams for each type of feeder and protection including
indicating devices, metering instruments, alarms, space heaters etc.
E. Original catalogues for various proposed components.
F. Drawings of nameplate and all termination arrangements.
G. Drawing giving typical mechanical and electrical details of the voltage control apparatus.
H. Details of cable terminations and fittings.
I. Foundation plan, including foundation loading.
J. Schematic and connection diagrams covering all equipment pertaining to the switch board.
K. Type and special test certificates as applicable.
L. Approved test certificate / test report.
M. Schedule of Accessories and Fittings.
N. Technical Manual giving installation, operation and maintenance instructions.
O. Schedule of recommended spare parts.
P. The switchgear manufacturer should provide a BIM model of the Main Low Voltage
Switchboard and multi-starter Motor Control Centre at shop drawing stage.
1.5.3 CALCULATIONS:
Forward the following calculations and data:
A. Calculations and charts proving that discrimination in the breaker characteristic is
achieved. The calculations to be carried out using breaker manufacturer’s software.
B. Detailed short circuit calculation to select the short circuit rating of the various
switchboards. The calculations to be carried out using breaker manufacturer’s
software.
1.5.4 INFORMATION AND CLOSEOUT:
A. Qualification Data: For Installer and testing agency
B. Field Quality-Control Reports: Provide test reports prepared in accordance with
requirements of the Electricity supply. Authority having jurisdiction and to the Engineer's
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approval. Provide other test reports to establish the adequacy, quality, safety, complete
status and suitable operation of each system.
The test reports to include the following:
1. Test procedures used.
2. Test results that comply with requirements.
Results of failed tests and corrective action taken to achieve test results that comply with
requirements.
Busbar Sizes shall comply to the Type Test document.
C. Comply with the Quality Requirements” and submit the following:
1. Warranties: Submit written guarantee signed by the contractor or the manufacturer/panel
builder for the period of 1 year or manufacturers standard warranty whichever is longer
from the date of substantial completion. The guarantee shall cover the repair and
replacement of defective materials and workmanship as directed by the engineer except
where any specific warranty from a supplier or manufacturer extends for a longer time.
2. Operation and Maintenance Data," include the following:
a) Routine maintenance requirements for switchboards and all installed
components.
b) Manufacturer's written instructions for testing and adjusting over-current
protective devices.
c) Time-current coordination curves for each type and rating of over-current
protective device included in switchboards. Submit on translucent log-log
graft paper; include selectable ranges for each type of over-current protective
device. This should be done using breaker manufacturer’s software.
2.0 PRODUCTS
2.1 MAIN LOW VOLTAGE SWITCHBOARD – FORM – 4 TYPE 2
2.1.1 The main LV Switchboard shall be of a free standing, cubicle type modular construction system
conforming Type Tested Assembly, incorporating ACB's, MCCB's busbars, fuses, measuring
equipment etc. all as required and complying with the latest editions of IEC (see clauses
1.4.1&2).
All circuit breakers and busbar ratings shall be as per the load schedules and drawings. All circuit
breakers and busbars should be rated for 50°C. All auxiliary power supplies shall be provided as
per the manufacturer’s requirement. Main LV panels shall be from Original Equipment
Manufacturer (OEM) Enclosure with Type Testing in the name of the OEM/Principal
manufacturer.
The temperature rise test shall be done at 50deg C steady ambient temperature,
Contractor shall ensure that the LV panels are procured from manufacturers authorized local
panel builder on authorization basis with high quality deliverables. Fault level calculations
shall be provided to substantiate Proper selection of all devices. These fault calculations shall
originate from the original manufacturer/panel builder selected by the contractor for
supplying the LV Switchgear for this project
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2.1.2 Design & Construction:
Valid test certificates issued by independent (third party) accredited laboratories, DEKRA
(KEMA Quality), Intertek ASTA or other recognized body, to be provided for approval. No
testing in the manufacturer own laboratory shall be accepted.
2.1.2.1 Switchboard construction shall be designed to FORM 4, Type - 2 standards for panels as shown on
drawings in accordance with IEC (see clause 1.4.2). Busbars shall be in a separate chamber, fully
segregated from the rest of the switchboard. Additional insulating material shall be provided behind
the doors/plates of the busbar chamber. Individual functional units shall be located in independent
compartments.
2.1.2.2 The switchboard shall be of a modular construction and be extendable on both sides.
Welded construction switchboards will not be accepted. The degree of protection of enclosure shall
be at least IP 42 or as per latest standard defined in IEC (see clause 1.4.7). Frame thickness and
mechanical impact shall be as per the independent third party type test certificate.
2.1.2.3 Enclosures shall be made of sheet steel. The basic framework should be electro-galvanized steel
coated with high-solid enamel, polyester electrostatic spray and oven baked, the thickness shall be
as per type test compliance. The doors and panels shall be iron-phosphate steel, coated like the
framework but also with primer. The color shall be as per manufacturer’s standard finish. The base
frame shall be of minimum 3mm thick Electro galvanized steel. Barriers shall be included between
each compartment to contain an internal fault as per IEC for criteria 1-7 in BS / IEC standards of 65
kA for 300 milli-second
2.1.2.4 Compartments shall be easily accessible for maintenance purposes. Barriers shall be included
between each compartment to contain an internal fault as per IEC/TR (see clause 1.4.23). for
criteria 1-7 in BS / IEC standards to ensure safe maintenance on any outgoing circuit when the
remainder of the board is live. Each compartment shall be provided with a separately fixed
compartment thermostat controlled heater at the bottom of each compartment.
2.1.2.5 The maximum height of the enclosure shall be 2300 mm with plinth. All meters, lamps, operating
handles shall be within a maximum height of 2000 mm. All dimensions shall be of uniform
appearance. All live conductors shall be shielded in such a manner that they cannot be accidentally
touched when the doors are open. All doors and plates shall be interchangeable and may be hinged
left, right, top and bottom as standard. Doors shall be provided with an integral gasket and earth
stud and a range of locks to meet all regulations.
2.1.2.6 All internal separations shall be from standard pre-fabricated plates and from manufacturer. The
usage of Bakelite, fiber sheets or any other material to provide internal separation will not be
acceptable. The internal separation between compartments and sections shall be at least IP2X.
2.1.2.7 Suitable cableways shall be provided for each functional unit section. There shall be front & rear
access for cabling purposes. It shall be possible to safely terminate or work on the outgoing cables
of any functional unit without having to switch off the main breaker or adjacent functional units.
Switchboards shall be suitable for bottom or top cable entry as specified. All openings and entries
shall be vermin proof. Switchboards shall be arranged such that safe access (front, rear, side) may
be readily obtained. Adjustable gland plates, adequate channel frames and cable clamps for cable
supports shall be provided.
2.1.2.2 MCCB’s shall be fixed type for normal supply feeds. Essential, fire life and safety and retail feeds
shall be plug-in or withdrawable type within LV MDB. The loads shall be identified by the
contractor and the details of the same shall be included in the shop drawings that would be prepared
by them.
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2.1.2.3 Operating devices shall be incorporated only in the front of the switchgear with a hinged door. Only
the handles of control and selector switches, push buttons, knobs and cut-outs for lamps and meters
shall be arranged on the front doors of the respective compartments to permit operation without
opening the door. Protective relays shall be mounted on the front door of the compartment. All cut-
outs shall be provided with gaskets for the purpose of dust proofing.
2.1.2.4 Current transformers shall not be directly mounted on the buses. Current transformers shall be
mounted on the fixed portion of the compartment using removable CT link for easy access and
maintenance.
2.1.3 Busbars:
2.1.3.1 Busbars shall be of rectangular cross section HDHC tinned copper and suitably rated for continuous
operation. The main busbar rating shall be the same throughout the entire length of the switchboard.
The busbars and primary connections shall comply with BS (see 1.4.18). The surface temperature of
the busbar should not exceed 55°C over an ambient of 50°C as required by AHJ. Connections to
incoming circuit breakers shall be of the same cross section as per the Type Tested configuration.
2.1.3.2 Busbars shall be installed in a separate chamber placed at the TOP only and shall run along the
whole length of the switchboard, which allows for easy extension in the future. Vertical droppers if
any, shall run behind/adjacent to each functional unit section. Busbars shall be rigidly supported
along their entire length. The busbar supports shall be of a high-grade polymer. The mechanical and
dielectric strength of the busbars and supports shall be capable of withstanding the worst fault
conditions and as per Type testing requirements. Split bus bar distributions shall not be used.
Busbars. shall be designed for mounting on insulated supports that are sufficient in number to
withstand electrodynamics forces resulting from the flow of the peak asymmetric short-circuit
current.
2.1.3.3 The main busbar system shall be of a parallel 2/3 bar per phase depending on the Type Tested
arrangement, which eliminates the need for drilling or bending of busbars at joints. All
switchboards shall be complete with a neutral and earth bar running along the full length of the
panel. The cross section of the neutral bar shall be same as that of the phase conductor and that of
the earth bar is at least half the size as that of the phase bar. The minimum clearance between
phases, phase to neutral and neutral to earth busbar shall be as per type test certificate.
2.1.3.4 Busbars and connections shall be color coded for phase identification and shall conform to the
phase sequence, counting from left to right, upper to lower and from near to remote when viewed
from the operating side of the switchboard.
2.1.3.5 Under no circumstances will common earth / neutral bar be accepted. Earth bars, neutral bars and
links shall be so located and mounted that access to them is not obstructed by the structure or wiring
of the switchboard and so that all outgoing neutral and earth conductors can be readily and safely
connected and disconnected without moving other cables or disconnecting the incoming supply to
the switchboard.
2.1.3.6 The main busbar shall be certified to withstand a fault level of at least 50kA for 1 second. This
certificate shall be from ASTA or an independent and recognized testing authority.
2.1.4 Panel wiring / Terminal Blocks / Labels:
2.1.4.1 All internal and control wiring shall be 600 / 1000V LSF insulated stranded copper cable to
BS (see 1.4.20). All cables shall be adequately rated and not less than 2.5 sq.mm. run on cables trays.
Each cable shall be properly terminated at both ends with loops. When wiring is across door hinges,
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it shall be enclosed by a flexible tubing and be looped to permit the opening of doors and removal of
components for inspection. Plastic ferrules with correct numbers shall be fitted on all wires to
correspond with circuit number and diagram. The colour coding shall be as follows :
•Phase connections - red, yellow and blue
•Neutral connections - black
•Earth connections - green/yellow
•A.C. voltages below 50V - brown; if the return connection is earthed, a green ferrule shall be fitted.
•D.C. circuits - grey with red and black ferrules to denote polarity.
2.1.4.2 Extra low voltage wiring and terminals shall be separated from the wiring and terminals for higher
voltages. Each screened cable shall have its screen wired to its own terminal on the outgoing
terminal strip. Terminal blocks for power and control wiring shall be of Cage Clamp connection
technique in which the only tool required is a flat – bladed screwdriver. Once the conductor is
inserted, the stainless steel cage clamp shall automatically provide the correct clamping force for a
secure connection. Screws terminals shall not be used. Cables having the same number shall be
terminated at adjacent terminals and connected by means of cable jumpers at the terminal block.
Terminal blocks shall be grouped according to the working voltage, power circuit and control
circuit. 10% of spare terminals and not less than two numbers shall be provided on each group of
terminal block.
2.1.4.3 All Circuit breakers, Feeders' etc. shall be provided with labels of adequate dimensions. Labels shall
be of traffolyte having a white background engraved letters. They shall be screws fixed on the
panel.
2.1.4.4 Mimic diagram to be provided for all main LV Panels.
2.1.4.5 Anti-condensation heaters shall be provided within the assembly and shall be controlled by a panel-
mounted hygrostat with a 50% to 100% setting range.
2.1.5 Metering and indication:
2.1.5.1 The Mains supply incomer should be provided with ammeter, a voltmeter and RYB phase
indication lamps. kWh meter shall be provided and shall be of an approved type and make by the
Utility. Ammeters and voltmeters shall be Digital type.. All VT secondary’s shall be for 230V and
all CT secondary’s shall be 5A.
2.1.5.2 Indicating lamps shall be of the long-life LED. They shall be connected through individually fused
circuits tapped from the outgoing side of the main switch.
2.1.5.3 Internal and auxiliary wiring shall be of the 600 / 1000V grade with a minimum cross section of
2.5-sq. mm.
2.1.5.4 All incoming and outgoing switching devices shall have provision for locking in the 'off position.'
2.1.6 Safety Shutters And Interlocks:
2.1.6.1 Where shutters are provided to maintain IP 20 (minimum), they shall automatically cover all bus
bar and cable spouts or isolating contacts whenever removable or withdrawable units are removed.
The safety shutters shall be automatically opened and closed by action of the removable or
withdrawable unit movement. A positive drive to the shutters shall be provided in both directions.
They shall be capable of being padlocked in the closed position.
2.1.6.2 Where multiple incoming supplies are provided then the incoming functional units and bus-section
devices shall be provided with interlocks and controls including:
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a) Those noted in the particular specification schedules and drawings.
b) A complete set of electrical and mechanical interlocks to prevent incorrect
operation and to provide safety for personnel in addition to any external
interlocks specified for operational reasons. This shall be taken to include:
i. such interlocks as required to prevent parallel operation of sources where
such paralleling has not been agreed with the supply authority
ii. Check sync Controls that automatically prevent parallel operation of two
supplies that are not synchronised.
2.1.6.3 On removal of withdrawable units, mechanical interlocks shall be provided to prevent the
following operations and any other operations which could cause danger or damage:
a) The unit being closed unless it is correctly located in the service, isolated or
earthed positions or unless it is removed from the fixed part of the assembly.
b) The unit being withdrawn from or inserted into the feeder spouts or isolating
device when it is in the closed position.
c) The unit being moved to any position other than that selected by means of the
mechanical selector.
d) The unit being withdrawn or inserted into the fixed part unless it is in the
correct state for withdrawal or insertion.
e) The unit being closed in the service position unless all auxiliary circuits
between fixed and removable parts have been completed.
f) Means shall be provided to prevent opening of cubicle doors or covers before
disconnection of supply to exposed live parts within.
2.1.7 Power Monitoring Unit (PMU)
A. Digital power monitoring unit (PMU) with MODBUS or equivalent communication capabilities
shall be provided in each main LV Panel and as shown on drawings for integration with BMS.
PMU’s to be considered on all outgoing feeders, except the feeder to substation DB, within the
main LV panel and on feeders with load more than 50kW for all other panels/MCC’s.
B. Power Monitoring Units (PMU) shall be listed under UL508, CSA approved marking as per
61010-1 Class 1. All setup parameters required by the power monitoring units shall be stored in
non-volatile memory and retained in the event of a control power interruption. PMU shall support
applications in single retained in the event of a control power interruption. PMU shall support
applications in single phase and three phase systems. PMU shall be capable of application
without modifications at nominal frequencies of 45 to 65 hertz. The PMU shall have an LCD
Display.
C. The unit shall support measurements or calculations of the following data:
a. Real Time Readings Current
• Current
a. Per Phase
b. Neutral (calculated)
c. 3-Phase Average
• Voltage
a. Line to line per phase
b. Line to line, 3 Phase average
c. Line to neutral per phase
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d. Line to neutral per phase average
• Real Power
a. Per-phase
b. 3-phase total
• Reactive Power
a. Per-phase
b. 3-phase total
• Apparent Power
a. Per-phase
b. 3-phase total
• Power Factor, 3-Phase Total
• Frequency
• Total Harmonic Distortion, Current and Voltage
• Accumulated Energy
a. Real kWh
b. Reactive kVAr
c. Apparent kVAh
• Demand
a. Demand Current Calculations Per-Phase, Present and Peak
b. Demand Real Power Calculations 3-Phase Total, Present and Peak
c. Demand Apparent Power Calculations 3-Phase Total, Present and Peak
• Power Analysis Values
a. THD Voltage, Line to Line and Line to Neutral
b. THD Current, per Phase and Neutral
c. Power Factor, 3-Phase
D. All power demand calculation shall use block interval, with optional sub-intervals. The window
length shall be set by the user from 1 to 60 minutes in 1 minute intervals. When the interval is
less than 15 minutes, the sliding block demand calculation shall occur every 60 seconds.
E. Sampling
The current and voltage signals shall be digitally sampled at a rate high enough to provide true
RMS accuracy to the 15th harmonic and shall be accessible on the PMU screen. Power
monitoring unit shall provide continuous sampling at a minimum of up to 32 samples per cycle,
simultaneously on all voltage and current channels in the meter.
F. Maximum and Minimum Values
The unit shall provide maximum and minimum values for the following:
o Line to Line Voltage
o Line to Neutral Voltage
o Current
o Power Factor
o Real Power Total
o Reactive Power Total
o Apparent Power Total
o THD Voltage Line to Line
o THD Voltage Line to Neutral
o THD Current
o Frequency
G. For each maximum and minimum value listed above, the unit shall record the following
attributes.
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• Maximum/Minimum Value
• Phase of recorded Maximum/Minimum (for multi-phase installations)
• Values shall be available by display and via network communications
H. Current Inputs
I. Accuracy
The unit shall comply with IEC (see 1.4.26), Class 1. The unit shall be accurate to 1% of reading
for power and energy. Voltage and current shall be accurate to 0.5% of reading. Frequency
metering shall be accurate to +/- 0.02 Hertz from 45 to 65 Hertz. These accuracies shall be
maintained for both light and full loads. No annual calibration shall be required to maintain these
accuracies
J. Firmware Upgrades
It shall be possible to field upgrade the firmware in the unit to provide added functionality or
repair defects. Upgrades shall be accomplished via a communication connection. Disassembly or
changing of integrated circuits shall not be required. It shall not be necessary to de-energize the
circuit or the equipment to perform the upgrade
K. Control Power
The unit shall operate over a wide range of control power including 110 to 400VAC, +/- 10% or
125 to 250VDC, +/- 20%.
L. Communications
The unit shall communicate via RS485 Modbus with a 2-wire connection at speeds up to
19.2kBaud. The PMU devices shall be connected in a daisy chain fashion and brought on to
Modbus TCP network via an IP enabled Protocol translator.
2.2 MOTOR CONTROL CENTRES (MCC) – FORM 2
2.2.1 General
MCC constructions shall be made of local enclosures confirming Type tested assembly from
authorized panel builders. This specification applies to switchboard designed to feed fans and
related equipment. The design, construction, busbar arrangement, circuit breaker details, etc., shall
be in accordance with IEC (see 1.4.2).the relevant specifications stated under main distribution
boards). All circuit breaker ratings busbar ratings and fault levels shall be as shown in the load
schedules and drawings. MCC rating 800A and above shall be considered with Form 4 Type 2
compliance.
The temperature rise test shall be run at 50deg C steady ambient temperature.
Form 4 panels shall be used of panels rated 800A and above.
2.2.1.1 All chillers shall be provided with the following:
1. Suitable earth leakage protection with adjustable settings from 0.1 – 1A.
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2. Ammeter with CT’s and selector switch.
3. Undervoltage relay with built in timer and contactor.
4. Suitably rated control supply with ON/OFF switch.
5. Chiller ON / OFF indication lamps.
6. Hour meter for each chiller.
2.2.2 Starters
2.2.2.1 All motors shall be fed separately from a Motor Control Centre. Starters shall be in accordance
with IEC/BS-EN (see clause 1.4.6&12) . They shall have the components as per the
manufacturer’s Type-2 or applicable coordination chart of the manufacturer. They shall be
protected by circuit breakers and be generally complying with the below detail:
a. 5 kW and above - Star Delta or Soft Starter or VFD, as per SLD
Electric motor rating exceeding 0.37 kW shall be considered with control equipment incorporating
means of protection against over load of the motor. Each starter panel shall be provided with a main
incoming MCCB capable of carrying the full load current. Booster Pump to be consider with VFD
irrespective of the kW rating.
2.2.2.2 Each starter shall comprise as a minimum:
a. On load triple pole MCCB with two normally open and one normally closed auxiliary
switches. The MCCB to be mechanically interlocked with the starter component door and
capable of breaking the motor starting current and of making onto a fault at the motor
terminals. Breakers shall be motor protection type without overload release. .
Provision to be made for padlocking the MCCB in the ‘OFF’ position.
b. Three Pole Contactor AC3 duty to be fitted with three normally open and three normally
closed auxiliary contracts.
All the auxiliary contacts to be wired down to the starter terminal block.
c. One triple pole thermal over current relay incorporating over current, phase sequence and
single phase protection with adjustable trip settings.
External mechanical hand reset to be provided.
d. One control circuit MCB or fuse and one copper link.
e. Each starter shall be fitted with one set of local start/stop buttons and a local / remote / auto
selector switch or hand / off / auto switch as required. Each starter control wiring terminal
block shall include control terminals for connection of remote push buttons, auto circuits and
local and remote emergency stop push buttons.
f. Where more than one motor with a duty / standby or duty / backup functions used, the starter
control wiring shall be arranged to automatically change duty upon the fault tripping of the
selected motor. A duty / standby or sequence selector switch shall be provided.
g. Each starter shall be fitted with built-in transformer operated lamps indicating:
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Motor running (green)
Motor stopped (red)
Overload tripped (amber)
h. Each starter panel shall be fitted with an ammeter, volt meter and hour meter and selector
switch for motors 7.5kW and above.
i. Each starter to be equipped with labels in English and Arabic giving drive designation, plant
number and control operation.
j. Each starter control wiring shall include control terminal and control relays as necessary to
achieve any interlocking specified elsewhere.
k. Adjustable time delay devices for Star Delta Starters.
l. Reduced voltage electronic soft starters in addition to various motor starting and stopping
options should include the following:
• Stall protection and jam detection.
• Excessive starts per hour.
• Underload protection.
• Undervoltage, overvoltage, voltage unbalance and phase reversal protection.
• Diagnostics features.
A TP electronic overload relay should be provided as detailed elsewhere in this specification.
In addition, a bypass facility shall be provided only where standby feeders are not available in
the VFD starters with soft starter or DOL based on the rating.
2.2.2.3 Starter units for manual operation shall have push buttons for starting and stopping, together with
auxiliary contacts for remote indicator lights where specified. Starter units arranged for automatic
operation shall have Hand / Off / Auto controls and remote push buttons.
2.2.2.4 All Star Delta starter shall be provided with mechanical and electrical interlocks for star delta
contactor assembly to prevent short circuiting.
2.2.3 Enclosure
Panels shall be constructed of a minimum 1.5mm to 2.0mm thick electro galvanized steel coated
with high solid enamel polyester electrostatic spray with mechanical impact resistance of IK10 to
IEC regulations and over backed and protected to IP-55 for wet areas and IP 42 for dry locations
within the electrical and MCC rooms.
Front access shall be arranged for all panels with hinged lift off doors. Dust and damp proof gasket
around the edge and fitted with lockable cam type chromium plated handle mechanically
interlocked with the starting MCCB.
The enclosure for the motor starters are divided into two types as follows:
a. Single starter panel.
b. Multi – starter panels.
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2.2.4 Single starter panel.
This specification shall be applied for starter panels used for starting a single equipment with a
maximum of two motors.
All equipment shall be mounted on sheet steel mounting plate with screws into tapped holes and all
live parts shall be shrouded to a minimum IP 2X.
The minimum short circuit rating (Ics) for the Motor Duty MCCBs shall be 30kA. However, the
contractor shall forward a short circuit calculation and upgrade the same if found necessary.
2.2.5 Multi – Starter Panels.
This specification shall be applied for starter panels used for starting more than a single equipment.
The panel shall be constructed to IEC (see 1.4.2), Form-4, type-2 fixed starters modules with all
internal partition in aluzinc of 1mm thick. It should be possible to achieve all three positions
‘Service’, ‘Test’ and ‘Isolated’ of the withdrawable starters modules with door closed to maintain
the IP rating. The terminal for the external conductor shall be in separate enclosed protected space
and shall be separated by insulated covering.
Each module shall be made of hinged front cover with side panels made of EGI/aluzinc sheet steel.
The rear wall shall be made of insulating material.
Busbar shall be of hard drawn high conductivity tinned copper of the stated capacity.
The short circuit rating of the busbars, droppers and associated apparatus shall be 36kA for 1
second unless indicated otherwise on the drawings. However, the contractor shall forward a short
circuit calculation and upgrade the same if found necessary.
2.2.6 Variable Frequency Drives
Each VFD shall be designed and manufactured in accordance with the current edition of the
following European and international standards and directives:
• EN 55011 - Limits and methods of measurement of radio disturbance characteristics (EMC
Emission).
• EN 50178 - Electronic equipment for use in Power Installations.
• EN 61800-3 - Adjustable speed electrical power drive systems - Part 3: EMC product
standard.
• EN 61000-3-2 - Limits for harmonic current emissions (equipment input current below 16
A per phase).
• EN 61000-3-4 - Limits for harmonic current emissions (equipment input current above 16
A per phase).
• ENV 50140 - EMC/Radiated radio frequency electrical field (simulation of impact from
GSM telephones).
• EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.
• Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC.
• EN61000-6-2 - Generic Immunity, Industry.
• EN61000-4-2 / IEC 1000-4-2 – Electro Static Discharge (EMC Immunity).
• EN61000-4-3 / IEC 1000-4-3 - Radiated electromagnetic field (EMC Immunity).
• EN61000-4-4 / IEC 1000-4-4 - Burst (EMC Immunity).
• EN61000-4-5 / IEC 1000-4-5 - Surge (EMC Immunity).
• EN61000-4-6 / IEC 1000-4-6 - Cable born HF (EMC Immunity).
• UK Electricity Council Recommendation G5/3 Stage 2 (EMC Emission).
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Design Criteria:
Variable frequency drives shall be designed for HVAC applications, shall be of the pulse width
modulated voltage vector control type, and shall be able to operate any asynchronous AC motor
with a variable torque load.
Regulatory Requirements:
The variable frequency drives shall be CE marked in accordance with the EMC Directive
89/336/EEC and the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC.
A Manufacturers Declaration shall be issued in accordance with the Machine Directive 89/392/EEC
and amendments 91/368/EEC and 93/44/EEC.
Conducted Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) shall be in accordance with EN 55011 Group 1
Class B with built-in RFI filters.
Total Harmonic Voltage Distortion in the electrical power system shall not exceed 5% at the Point
of Common Coupling (transformer secondary side).
The variable frequency drive immunity shall be in accordance with EN 61000-6-2.
The manufacturer shall be certified in accordance with ISO 14001: Environmental.
Quality Assurance:
Variable frequency drives shall be manufactured in accordance with ISO 9001: Quality Systems.
To ensure quality and minimise infantile failures at the site, every VFD shall be tested by the
manufacturer. The VFD shall operate a dynamometer at full load, and the load and speed shall be
cycled during the test.
All optional features shall be functionally tested at the factory for proper operation.
Submittals:
Submit installation and manufacturer's drawings and performance data including:
1) dimensional and layout drawings
2) power circuit diagrams
3) installation and maintenance manuals
4) warranty description
5) VFD's full load ampere rating
6) UL certification agency file numbers
7) catalogue information
8) VFD selection chart based on actual equipment loads
9) Protection settings schedule.
The specification lists the minimum VFD performance requirements for this project. Each supplier
shall list any exceptions to the specification. If no departures from the specification are identified,
the supplier shall be bound by the specification.
Where specified, necessary provision shall be made for interfacing with the SCADA system as
required.
Motors for Equipment with VFD shall comply with the following:
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•The variable frequency drive motors shall be tested in accordance with VFD and motor
manufacturers specific recommendations.
•The motor shall be of a special high efficiency design specifically intended for variable load
and variable speed applications to provide optimised efficiency performance at partial load
conditions.
2.2.7 Control Panel Internal Wiring
The panels shall be fully wired internally at the manufacturer works to terminal strips.
The control panel internal wiring shall accord with BS 7671. All internal wiring of the control panel
shall be utilizing 300 / 500V grade single core, circular LSF (HR) insulated and sheathed cable of
appropriate current carrying capacity. Minimum size cable that shall be used is 32/0.20 (1 mm2).
The controlling circuits shall be wired using white sheathed cable for live feeds, with black
sheathed neutral conductors.
All cabling within the panel shall be run within appropriately sized slotted side, plastic trunking,
fitted with appropriate retaining clips and arranged to run continuously around inside the panel.
Cables to items of control gear shall then leave trunking slot adjacent to their location, with any
quantity of cables from trunking to control item being formed into a loom using plastic straps.
A 50% space factor shall be allowed in all trunking and loom strap to cater for both the cooling and
spare capacity requirements.
2.2.8 Selector Switches
2.2.8.1 They shall be of the rotary type, rated to suit item controlled and fitted with pointer type
switching knob. Terminations shall be screw grip to receive spade type crimped / soldered lugs.
2.2.8.2 Where starter / contactor is particularly detailed to be mounted remote from the main control
panel then, in these instances, they shall be of the totally enclosed type, incorporating motor
supply isolator, hand-off- auto-selector switch, latching emergency power 'off' button and
incorporating auxiliary contacts for basic control panel indications.
2.2.8.3 Starters and contactors shall, however, be located within the control panel and be of the open type
with readily replaceable operating contacts and coils. They shall incorporate auxiliary contacts as
required to achieve controls operation and indications specified.
2.2.8.4 Starter for motors up to 5kW, rated output, shall be of the direct on-line start type with any motor
above such limit arranged for star delta start (unless specifically requested otherwise).
2.2.8.5 Unless particularly detailed, all motors shall be assumed as operating from a 400 volt 50 HZ
3-phase supply.
2.2.8.6 All starters shall incorporate under volt release, single phasing and appropriately set thermal
overload protection, together with appropriate auxiliary contact block for required signaling, etc.
2.2.8.7 Where motors are duplicated for standby purposes, then they shall be arranged to automatically
change duty upon the fault tripping of the selected motor.
2.2.8 Compensated Equipment
2.2.8.1 Any motorized valve or damper controlled via a compensated system, shall be arranged such that
a manual selector switch is provided to override compensated selection and enable manual
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opening / closing or on/off control, as appropriate. Any compensator unit mounted within the
control cabinet shall remain in the manufacturer's purpose made enclosure and be installed strictly
in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.
2.2.9 Time Switch Control
2.2.9.1 Each time switch shall be of the quartz movement type with minimum 24-hour battery reserve or
operated by a 230-volt synchronous motor and of the type incorporating separate motor supply
and control switch terminals and be with a minimum of a 24-hour self-winding clockwork spring
reserve.
2.2.9.2 Unless more sophisticated operation is specified elsewhere, then each time clock shall be capable
of two 'on' and two 'off' operations every twenty-four-hour period. Also, any control time switch
incorporated within the panel, shall be complete with an associated bypass selection facility to
manually override 'on/off'.
2.2.10 Control Relays
2.2.10.1Shall be of the encapsulated plug-in type and incorporate visual indication that the operating coil
is energized.
2.2.10.2Bases for relays shall be mounted horizontally, to ensure relay is vertical above the base when the
control cabinet is in its intended location, with screw type terminals, suitable for receipt of spade
type crimped/soldered lugs.
2.2.11 Circuit Protection
2.2.11.1Each item of controlled plant shall be separately protected. Circuit breakers shall be arranged in a
composite bank.
2.2.11.2All terminals and bus bars (which shall be solid copper) etc., shall be correctly shrouded to
prevent exposed live contact.
2.2.11.3Circuit breakers space within MCC’s provided shall incorporate space allowance for 25%
increase in capacity, by later modification, with space for at least three breakers of each size used
in the initial panel circuits.
2.2.11.4Isolators shall be rated to make or break the electrical supply to the particular item whilst such
item is running on load.
2.2.11.5 All Life safety, lifts essential, IT, security to be provided with ELS + Alarm.
2.3 SUB MAIN DISTRIBUTION BOARD – FORM - 2:
2.3.1 SMDB constructions shall be made of local enclosures confirming Type tested Pan assembly
from authorized panel builders. The panel board shall be Wall mounting type constructed to BS
EN (see 1.4.1&2), Form 2 except 800A and above which shall be Form – 4 requirements
similar and from the same make/type as the MDBs. It shall be constructed with electro-
galvanized steel coated with high solid enamel polyester electrostatic spray and oven baked and
the thickness shall be as per type test compliance. The color shall be as per manufacturer’s
standard finish. Doors locks shall be fitted. The degree of protection of the board shall be IP
41/42.
2.3.2 Busbars shall be of hard drawn, high conductivity tinned copper and rated for continuous operation.
The phase bar, neutral bar and earth bar shall be identified by approved colour codes. The neutral
bar shall be of the same cross section as the phase bus bar. A sub feed neutral assembly with a
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removable link for isolation shall be available as an integral part of the Distribution board. Earthing
bar assembly shall also be available to facilitate the connection of earth continuity conductors.
Detachable panels of insulating material shall be provided at all locations to avoid accidental
contact with live metal on the opening of any cell. All outgoing and incoming MCCBs and isolators
shall be fully shrouded and independently segregated to DEWA requirements. All equipment
mounted on the door shall be fully shrouded with insulating material.
2.3.3 All Circuit breakers, Metering and Busbar ratings shall be as per the load schedules and drawings.
The main MCCB and the feeder breakers shall be of appropriate capacity.
2.3.4 Panel wiring, Terminal blocks and labels shall be as specified for the Main Distribution Boards.
2.3.5 Tests to be conducted on the SMDB before dispatch and the Drawings to be furnished is the same
as specified for Main Distribution Boards.
2.3.6 Wall mounted SMDB shall be fixed on a U – channel support, and not direct to the wall.
Outgoing way shall be limited to 16-way maximum as the installation is wall mounted.
2.3.7 Submain panel boards should be provided with minimum 2 no. pad locks with locks and key.
2.3.8 SMDB rating 800A and above shall be designed with Form 4 Type 2 rating.
2.3 9 Enclosure Requirements: Extendable accessories for Top/ bottom shall be available to
accommodate metering and cable extension for larger cable termination if required. Panel board
shall be confirming to IK10 for the mechanical impact.
2.3.10 Coordination Study: Submit coordination study along with setting of protective devices for
overload, short-circuit and earth-fault currents as coordinated with upstream and downstream
systems based on specific coordination curves of protective devices used and specific calculated
prospective short-circuit currents at various points.
2.4 FINAL DISTRIBUTION BOARDS
2.4.1 Description
2.4.1.1 DB constructions shall be made of local enclosures with components from the principal
manufacturer same as MDBs from certified/authorized panel builders. The specification
hereunder shall be applied to all panel boards referenced on the drawings / load schedules as DB's.
The distribution board shall be flush / surface mounted row type busbar and shall be provided
with standard extension box to allow cable glanding if required. The distribution board shall be
surface mounted when installed within the electrical room/service rooms.
Distribution boards shall be provided with an isolator incomer with common ELCB’s for group of
lighting circuits and common ELCB’s for group of power circuits for each section of MCB’s or
RCBO’s for each power circuit as shown on schedules.
2.4.1.2 As a standard item, all MCB boards shall be provided with permanent circuit identification charts to
the approval of the engineer.
2.4.1.3 MCB’s shall comply with IEC (see1.4.27) and RCBO’s and ELCB’s shall comply with BSEN
(see1.4.28).
2.4.1.4 MCB’s shall be considered as Type B, C, and D as per manufacturer recommendation.
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2.4.1.5 DB’s inside electrical rooms shall be surface mounted type fixed onto a U channel support.
2.4.1.6 ELCB’s in each DB shall be provided as per requirements of DEWA without any variation.
2.4.2 Enclosures
2.4.2.1 The Final Distribution Boards shall be surface/flush mounted type. The enclosures within Electrical
rooms must be surface mounting type. Powder coated rustproof sheet steel units, complete with
circuit breakers providing thermal overload and magnetic short-circuit and earth fault protection as
shown on the drawings. The enclosure protection shall be IP 41/42, while the complete assembly
shall comply with IEC (see 1.4.1). The arrangement of the enclosure shall be such that the MCB
and ELCBs cannot be operated without opening the hinged door but to obtain access to the
terminals of the MCB and ELCB it shall be necessary to remove a second cover. Adequate
clearance shall be maintained between phases and non-current carrying metals and the neutral
block. The terminals of the neutral blocks and earth blocks of the boards shall be adequately sized
to receive the main and outgoing circuit feeders. Incoming terminals shall be fully shrouded.
Terminals shall be so located that in the final connected position there shall be no crowding of wire
in close proximity of live metal.
2.4.2.2 Surface wall mounted DB’s shall be fixed on U channel support and not direct to the wall.
2.4.2.3 Busbars construction and assembly shall be as per local authority regulation
2.4.2.4 The MCBs shall be mounted on either 3 phase or single phase or split busbars as appropriate. All
spaces which are not provided with breakers shall be covered with blank plates.
2.4.2.5 A final sub-circuit neutral assembly and an earthing bar assembly shall be available to facilitate the
connection of neutral conductors and protective conductors respectively.
2.4.2.6 Extendable accessories for Top/ bottom shall be available to accommodate additional components
and cable extension for larger cable termination.
2.4.2.7 Distribution boards shall be provided with an internal metal shrouding such a way that circuit
breaker toggle operator shall be accessible after opening the door. Internal components shall be
accessible after opening the metallic shroud.
2.4.3 Breakers
2.4.3.1 Miniature circuit breakers, RCBO’s and earth leakage circuit breaker and shall be provided as
indicated on the load schedules.
2.4.3.2 The short circuit rating for the MCB’s and RCBO’s shall be minimum of 6KA for DB’s
2.4.3.3 All circuit breakers shall be factory calibrated to ambient temperature of 50 deg. C.
2.5 AIR CIRCUIT BREAKERS
2.5.1 Circuit breakers shall be designed and constructed to have a short circuit breaking capacity of not
less than 50 kA and shall comply with the latest editions of IEC and BS (see 1.4.8&23). They
shall be of the fully withdrawable type and motor operated. ACB On / Off pushbuttons with On /
Off indication lamps shall be provided. ACB shall communicate with BMS using Modbus
protocol and would be communicating all the trip settings and other details from the ACB
.
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3 pole / 4 pole ACB’s shall be provided as shown on drawings, while 4 pole shall be provided for
busbar trunking outgoings.
2.5.2 Suitable automatic safety shutters shall be provided to cover live parts when the ACB is in the
withdrawn position. There shall be 3 distinct positions i.e.
"Connected"
"Test"
"Disconnected-Isolated"
There shall also be a "Withdrawn" position.
The withdrawable chassis shall move on suitable guides and on stainless steel rollers or balls to
facilitate easy withdrawal. All withdrawable chassis housing Air circuit breakers shall be of the
fully draw out type. It shall be possible to draw out the withdrawable chassis without having to
unscrew or unbolt any connections to the equipment mounted on the withdrawable chassis. The
power and control draw out type connections shall be of the slab-in or sliding type. All draw out
contacts including for auxiliary and control wiring shall be of self-aligning type.
2.5.3 ACB's shall have adequately designed arc chutes and arc shields for fast and effective arc
chopping. The protective release shall be of the solid state electronic type having protection
against overloads, short circuits and ground fault with adjustable time and current settings. The
following protections shall be included:
(a) Overload protection (LT)
(b) Short-circuit protection (ST)
(c) Instantaneous short-circuit protection (I)
(d) Earth Fault Protection (G)
The ACB shall have sufficient auxiliary contacts with minimum 2 NO and 2 NC contacts. ACB
shall have a provision to communicate with BMS using Modbus.
2.5.4 The ACB’s with the rating 800 Amp and above should be provided withdrawable type.
2.5.5 The ACB’s shall be of utilization category B. ACB’s shall have rated service short-circuit breaking
capacity (Ics) equal to the ultimate breaking capacity (Icu) equal to the short circuit withstand
capacity (Icw) for 1 sec.
2.5.6 All ACB shall be provided with a 4-line display to set breaker parameters.
2.5.7 The ACB shall be integrated with Building Management System. On, Off & Trip status of ACB
shall be visible from single line diagram replicated in the BMS.
2.5.8 The circuit breaker shall be able to perform a minimum of 20000 mechanical operations up to
2500 A and at least 12000 from 4000 to 6300 A.
2.5.9 The electrical life of ACB shall be up to 25,000 cycles for rating 800A to 1600A and 17,500
cycles for rating 2000A to 3200A to ensure long life of the breakers.
2.6 MOULDED CASE CIRCUIT BREAKER
2.6.1 Moulded case circuit breakers shall conform to the latest editions of BS 4752 and IEC (see1.4.2).
The short circuit breaking capacities (Ics) of the outgoing MCCB's installed in the main LV
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switchboards shall be at least 50kA and minimum 25kA in outgoings of SMDB’s (shall be
upgraded if required by the conclusions of the discrimination study).
2.6.2 MCCB's shall be of the heavy-duty quick make break type. All MCCB's shall be ambient
temperature compensated to give the ratings indicated in the drawings at 50°C for which a Type
Test certificate as per IEC (see1.4.1) confirming that MCCB's have been temperature
compensated should be furnished. Each breaker shall have on each phase a thermal over current
release and also an instantaneous magnetic trip both of the adjustable type. Four pole breakers
shall have a common trip both with a single operating handle and designed so that any overload
in one pole automatically causes all poles to open. Breakers shall be trip free and each shall have
a trip indication independent of ON or OFF positions. To reset from the tripped position, the
mechanism shall first pass through the off position. Tripped indication shall be clearly shown by
the breaker handle taking a position between ON and OFF.
2.6.3 The MCCB’s shall be of utilization category A. MCCB’s shall have rated service short-circuit
breaking capacity (Ics) equal to the ultimate short-circuit breaking capacity (Icu) for all ratings.
2.6.5 The MCCB shall be integrated with Building Management System. On, Off & Trip status of MCCB
shall be visible from single line diagram replicated in the BMS.
2.7 DISCONNECT SWITCHES
3.7.1 Disconnect switches and isolator shall comply with IEC (see1.4.9)
3.7.2 Disconnect switches shall be provided at each motor controller and appliance location. Isolators
shall be rated to connect and disconnect 5 to 7 times the rated current of the item being switched.
Isolators shall have a fully visual braking characteristic and shall be provided with pad lockable
handle interlocked with the door. Isolators exposed to weather shall be housed within self-
extinguished polyester loaded fiberglass panels to IP 65 / IP 66 based on site requirements and
subject to approval.
2.8 EARTH LEAKAGE CIRCUIT BREAKERS (ELCB'S)
2.8.1 Current operated Earth leakage Circuit breakers shall comply with BS EN (see1.4.28).
2.8.2 The ELCB’s shall have a residual current operated electromechanical release and shall incorporate a
filtering device to eliminate unwanted tripping due to transient voltage. A test button is to prove
operation of the ELCB.
The ELCB's shall have 100mA sensitivity for lighting circuits and 30mA for power circuits.
2.9 CONTACTORS / OVERLOAD RELAYS / CONTROL RELAYS / TIMERS
2.9.1 Contactors:
Contactors shall be in conformance to IEC (see1.4.12)
The magnets and contact movements of the contactor shall be horizontal. The contacts shall be
double break, butt type and each moving contact shall be individually spring loaded. The fixed
and moving contacts shall be of silver -cadmium oxide. The contactor coils shall be continuously
rated and shall wound on moulded formers. Contactors shall be factory calibrated, ambient
temperature compensated and sealed. It shall be possible to attach the contactors to 35mm DIN
Mounting Rail (EN 50 022). Power contactors shall be provided with a minimum of 2 NO and 2
NC Auxiliary contacts.
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The contactors shall provide greater performance in less panel space. There shall be flexibility in
the selection of front mounting or side mounting of auxiliary contacts. The contactor shall design
features for IP 2LX finger protection against accidental contact with live components, positive
drive contacts and protection against manual operation, Auxiliary and relay contacts shall be
compatible with electronic circuits to 17V, 5mA.
2.9.2 Overload Relays
Overload relays shall confirm to IEC (see1.4.12)
The motor overload protection should have a protection choice of trip class 10 or 20. As a
standard, the overload relay shall offer a manually operated trip function, visible trip indicator
and isolated N.O. alarm contacts are to be used to protect motor circuits against overloads, phase
sequence, phase failure (single phasing) and under voltage conditions. The relay range selected
shall be such that the full load current of the equipment falls well within the relay adjustment
range. The energy consumption of the relay shall be not above 150mW.
2.9.3 Control Relays
Control relays shall conform to IEC (see1.4.30)
Control relays shall be of plug in type and shall have built in LED’s. They shall have miniature
square bases with blade terminals. The contacts shall be of silver cadmium rated for 5A
continuous current. The control relays shall be suitable for wiring with spade type crimped lugs.
2.9.4 Timers
Timers shall conform to IEC (see1.4.29)
Timer relays with adjustable range for the Star delta starter shall ensure precise reproducibility of
the timing function. The relay shall be equipped with Single pole double throw 1 Pole change
over contact two electrically separated time delayed contact one normally open and one normally
close.
2.10 INDICATION LAMPS / PUSH BUTTONS / SELECTOR SWITCHES.
2.10.1 Indicating lamps:
The Indicating lamps shall be LED type.
2.10.2 Push Buttons:
Push button shall be flush type mushroom type, lockable with colors in accordance with BS4099
or relevant IEC Regulations. Push Buttons contact blocks shall have double break silver plated
contacts in NO / NC configuration rated not less than 5A resistive at 230V, 50 Hz. Push Buttons
shall feature a diaphragm seal to protect the button from the entrance of oil, water and other
contaminants. O-ring seals, which rely on lubricants, shall not be used.
Start and stop push buttons shall be of shrouded type.
Emergency stop push buttons shall be of maintained contact, pull to reset and lockable at EM-
stop to prevent reset. Engraved legend plates shall be fitted with all push buttons.
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2.10.3 Selector switches:
Selector switches shall be positive action rotary switches, which shall incorporate double break
contacts. Selector contacts shall be double break and of hard silver alloy. They shall have a
minimum continuous current rating of 10A and be of a high breaking capacity. The switch
positions shall be marked on all engraved legend plates, which shall be made from black, white,
black traffolyte, and the minimum character size shall be 3 mm. Operating knobs of the rotary
type with lever or key operated actuators. Hands -Off -Auto selector switch shall have three
position with center position as Off.
2.11 VOLT METER, AMMETER & POWERFACTOR METER
2.11.1 Volt meters, ammeter and PF meters used throughout the project shall be of the digital type and
shall be fitted into the front of the panels.
2.11.2 The meters shall have a dielectric strength of 2KV at 50Hz for 1 minute with 7 segments light
emitting diode displays and the figure height shall be 20mm.
2.11.3 Meters shall have 4 digits display and shall have an accuracy of 1% or better.
2.12 AUTOMATIC TRANSFER FUNCTION USING MOTORISED BREAKERS INTEGRAL
TO THE MAIN/SUB MAIN DISTRIBUTION BOARDS
The Automatic Transfer switch shall be of mechanically and electrically type interlocked to
exclude any possibility of coupling together the normal and emergency sources. ATS shall be
integrated with the LV MDB or other panel boards as per single line diagram. To ensure
continuity of service both air circuit breakers shall have two stable positions, Closed and Open. It
shall be possible to manually operate each circuit breaker (or unprotected circuit breaker) in the
event of the absence of control voltage.
For maintenance purpose, the transfer switches shall have a neutral position with both circuit
breakers in the Open position. It shall also be possible to lock each circuit breaker in the Open
position.
Circuit breaker (or unprotected circuit breaker) of the transfer switch shall be equipped with
auxiliary contacts and alarm contacts (Tripped status indication).
2.12.1 CONSTRUCTION
Operations of the air breakers (or unprotected circuit breaker) shall be by individual momentarily
energized motor or solenoid mounted each breaker.
Automatic transfer switch shall include 2 circuit breakers with Electrical & Mechanical Interlock.
ATS switch shall be equipped with microprocessors to carry out the following functions:
a. Switching from one source to another depending on the presence of voltage on the
transformer generator.
b. Control of engine generating set.
c. Load shedding and reconnection of non-priority circuits, via auto ACB’s & MCCB’s in
the outgoing section of LV panels, MDB’s etc.
d. Switching to the generator source in the event of failure of normal source.
e. Circuit breaker status indications shall be displayed in front of the controller (On / Off
fault).
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f. Test push button shall be provided on the front of the controller to check the transfer
from normal to emergency and return to normal source.
g. Controller shall be equipped with adjustment of time delays in front.
2.12.2 Operation
a. Three phase control shall be provided for three phase power sources. Three phase controls shall
include a selector switch to enable temporary operation on single phase power sources.
b. The voltage of each phase of the normal source shall be monitored, with pickup adjustable from
85 to 100% and dropout adjustable from 75 to 98% of pickup setting, both in increments of 1%,
and shall be fully field adjustable without the use of any tools, meters or power supplies.
Repetitive accuracy of settings shall be ± 2% or better over an operating temperature range of -20
o
C to 70oC. Factory set to pick up at 90% and drop out at 85%.
c. The control module shall include four time delays that are fully field-adjustable in increments of
at least 13 steps over the entire range as follows:
* Time delay to override momentary normal source outages to delay all transfer switch and
engine starting signals. Adjustable from 0 to 6 seconds. Factory set a 1 second, unless
indicated otherwise on the plans.
* Transfer to emergency time delay. Adjustable from 0 to 5 minutes. Factory set at 0
minutes unless indicated otherwise on the plans.
* Retransfer to normal time delay. Time delay is automatically bypassed if emergency
source fails and normal source is acceptable. Adjustable from 0 to 30 minutes. factory set
at 30 minutes unless otherwise indicated on the plans. Provide a toggle switch to
manually bypass time delay on retransfer.
* Unloaded running time delay for emergency engine generator cooldown. Adjustable from
0 to 60 minutes. Factory set at 5 minutes, unless indicated otherwise on the plans.
d. A set of DPDT gold-flashed contacts rated 10 amps. 32VDC shall be provided for a low-voltage
engine start signal when the normal source fails. The start signal shall prevent dry cranking of the
generator by requiring the generator to reach proper output, and to run for the duration of the
cooldown setting regardless of whether the normal source restores before the load is transferred.
Also provide a commit/no commit to transfer selector switch to select whether the load should be
transferred to the emergency generator if the normal source restores before the generator is ready
to accept the load.
e. A momentary-type test switch shall be provided to simulate a normal source failure. Also,
terminals for a remote contact which opens to signal the ATS to transfer to emergency and
terminals for remote contacts which open to inhibit transfer to emergency and/or retransfer to
normal shall be provided.
f. A visual position indicator shall be provided to indicate bypass-isolation switch position. Pilot
lights shall indicate availability of power sources and automatic transfer switch position. A
prominent and detailed instruction plate shall be furnished.
g. One set of auxiliary contact shall be provided rated 10 amps, 480V AC, consisting of one contact
closed when the ATS is connected to normal and one contact closed when the ATS is connected
to emergency. Output terminals to signal the actual availability of the normal and emergency
sources as determined by the voltage sensing pickup and dropout settings for each source, shall
be provided.
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h. Each switch shall be furnished with an operator's manual providing installation and operating
instructions.
2.13 POWER FACTOR CORRECTION EQUIPEMNTS:
2.13.1 Power Factor Correction Capacitors
A. PFC constructions shall be made of local enclosures confirming IEC (see1.4.1) and
IEC (see1.4.31) Type tested assembly from manufacturers or certified/authorized
panel builders using Capacitors, Reactors from the principal manufacturer same
as that of the other switchgear components.
B. The power factor correction capacitor shall be suitable detuned (14%) with a series reactor
for each step to prevent any resonance or resulting amplification of harmonics present in
the network and shall comply with IEC 60831 standard and shall be double insulated dry
type with metallized polypropylene dielectric to IP 54. The capacitor shall be able to
withstand up to 130% of the rated current caused by harmonics and shall incorporate a
discharge resistance. Internal fuse combined with the secondary solid foil electrode or an
overpressure disconnector switch shall be fitted on each capacitor as an additional safety
measure.
C. Capacitance variation due to ambient temperature shall be taken into consideration and the
capacitors shall be de-rated to give the required capacitance at 50 deg. C.
D. When capacitors are not directly connected to the motors, these shall be protected by fuses
and wired through cables with capacity of 1.8 times the capacitor rating.
E. A six terminal capacitor, switched at the same time as the motor shall be used for star delta
starting of the motor.
F. Where multi steps capacitor bank is used the power factor shall be maintained at a set value
indicated by the reactive power regulator which shall control the opening and closing of the
capacitor switching contactors. The number of capacitors to be connected through the
regulator in the event of power failure or when the power is restored shall be in accordance
with the system reactive power. To minimize the hunting, step sizes shall be 100KVAR,
50KVAR, 25KVAR & 12.5KVAR.
G. The high inrush current due to capacitor switching shall be taken into consideration by
using fast acting contactor designed for capacitor switching and which shall be able to
handle 100 times the rated current. In addition to that, the cable connecting the contactor to
the bus-bar shall be installed in a way that self-inductance is produced e.g. by coiling the
cable into necessary number of loops along the run.
H. The capacitor banks shall be separated from the contactors and controls by housing the
same in a separate compartment. A ventilation fan shall be provided in order to ensure that
the temperature rise will not exceed 35-degree C.
I. The Capacitor Bank Panel shall be provided with reactive power controller commanded by
microprocessor with working programs 1:1:1….:1 and shall be supplied with LED
indicators showing the capacitors that are connected and also shall ensure uniform ageing
of magnetic contactors and capacitors by using a circular connection sequence that takes
into account the time that each capacitor has been switched on.
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J. The Capacitor Bank Panel shall be equipped with voltmeter, ammeter with selector
switches, digital cos φ (Power Factor) display module and shall have the feature of
automatic disconnection of all the capacitors in the case of a failure in the electric power
supply. The reactive power controller shall be able to measure the reactive power needs of
an installation and to give the necessary command for connecting and disconnecting the
capacitors in order to maintain the desired power factor.
K. The panel shall be equipped with a relay and a blinking lamp with trouble acknowledged
and reset button incase the automatic power improvement plant does not achieve the
desired power factor due to failure of the capacitor banks.
L. The 3 phase series reactors to be connected in series with each capacitor stage for harmonic
current suppression and to prevent resonance should be of iron cored type with copper/
Aluminum windings. The current rating of the reactors should be increased suitably to take
into account the effect of harmonics in the network which could be generated by variable
speed drives, elevators, UPS systems, fax machines, computers, fluorescent discharge lamps
etc. The offered reactors should undergo tests wherein the reactors should be subjected to
harmonic currents generated by harmonic generating test equipment. The magnitude of these
harmonic currents should correspond to the harmonic current magnitude in the network.
The capacitors and the reactors combination should be tuned below the lowest harmonic
present in the network. With the capacitors and suitable series reactors connected it should
be proved through submission of relevant calculations that the Total Demand Distortion
(Current) and the Total Harmonic Voltage Distortion is within the limits as specified in
IEEE Std 519-2014, standards on IEEE recommended practices and requirements for
Harmonic Control in Electric Power Systems.
M. Three phase HRC fuses shall be provided for each capacitor step and mounted on fuse bases.
They shall be of modern industrial design, current limiting type and with a breaking capacity
of over 100kA. They should have a current rating of between 1.7 to 2 times the rated 3-
phase capacitor units current. They shall be tested as per IEC 60269 with a test voltage 1.1x
Un. They shall be plug in type with suitable handle to ensure safe operation to personnel.
The fuses shall not be exposed under normal operating conditions.
Additionally, a Thermal Overload Relay shall be used for giving more accurate overload
protection for the steps. Else in the place of fuses + overload relay, supplier could offer a
MCCB to give combined overload and short circuit protection to comply with IEC
(see1.4.31).
3.0 EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
3.1.1 Fixings
3.1.1.1 No item of equipment secured within the control panel shall incur penetration of the main cabinet
for riveting, bolting, etc.
All fixings shall be achieved with adequately sized brass bolts and nuts (or threaded inserts).
Any fixing bolt visible from the front face of the panel shall be mushroom headed and bright
chromium plated with similar sized visible bolt heads generally used, with the possible exception of
main panel plates retaining bolts which may be larger.
3.1.2 Identification and Referencing
3.1.2.1 Each isolator switch, indicator lamp and panel component shall have its function clearly defined.
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3.1.2.2 Adjacent to each external connection terminal block shall be a label defining the item to be
connected and each terminal individually referenced to the main wiring diagram. Each circuit
breaker and starter shall be labelled to define item protected and rating or overload setting to be
used.
3.1.2.3 For ease of tracing cabling, at each termination position the cable shall be identified with a
numbered Helerman identification ring co-related to the wiring diagram provided with the control
panel.
3.1.2.4 All labels shall be screw fixed engraved black traffolite having white infilling and clearly legible
letter, graded in size for emphasis and clear identification for control grouping by larger lettering
with smaller lettering for selected operations and indications. 400 volt warning labels shall be
provided as appropriate.
3.1.3 Control Panel Components
3.1.3.1 For simple/minimal function control panels, indicator lamps shall be of the low voltage 24-volt
transformer (trani lamp) type and accord with the signaling colors laid down in BS-4099.
Minimum lens diameter shall be 12.5mm and all lenses on a panel shall be of a matching size and
appearance and removable from the front for lamp replacement. For general purpose medium to
large scale control systems, the indicator lights shall be of the light emitting diode systems, the
indicator (LED) type and train lamps are not to be used. Circuitry shall be incorporated to achieve
(with a suitable test push button) verification of all lamps operability.
3.1.3.2 Terminations shall be screw grip to receive spade type crimped/soldered lugs.
3.2 SWITCHBOARD OPERATOR'S MAT
3.2.1 All electrical switch cupboards and plant room switchboard shall be provided with a 1M wide
carbon free rubber mat or mats, having a ribbed upper surface and being of such length to suit the
full operating extent of each switchboard.
3.2.2 The insulating mats shall each be certified to have sustained, without failure, a one-minute voltage
test at 2kV.
3.3 COORDINATION
It is Contractor’s responsibility to provide a coordination calculation to establish actual tripping
time between breakers and for proper coordination level between downstream and upstream
breakers. Contractor must upgrade breaker types if required to achieve the above without any
variation.
Short circuit level calculation also must be submitted for approval.
3.4 HARMONIC ACTIVE FILTERS
Consider the provision breaker in the LV panel and space allocation for future Harmonic filters.
Contractor to allow for Harmonic study during the LV technical submission and harmonic
measurements shall be performed during T & C and at the end of DLP. Based on the result
recommendation harmonic active filters shall be added.
3.5 TESTING AND COMMISSIONING
3.5.1 Type Test
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The main distribution board and the components as applicable shall be tested in accordance with
the IEC standards to verify the specified fault level withstand capacity from a reputed and
approved type testing laboratory and certified by a competent authority.
Testing shall be scheduled at times approved by the Client and the Engineer
Notify the Engineer 4 weeks in advance of final factory tests of the switchboards. The Employer
and the Engineer shall be entitled to witness all or any of the factory tests. Bear all costs
associated with the factory testing.
The main switchboard manufacturer/panel builder shall be independently certified to BS EN
ISO 9001 / 14001 / 18001 Quality Standard. A copy of this certification shall be submitted to
the Engineer for acceptance.
Switchgear and Panel boards shall be as per Tested Assembly Code IEC (see1.4.2), by quality
certification mark UL® or KEMA-KEUR or ASTA Diamond certifying quality in manufacturing
or ASEFA, or by another testing agency approved by Local Electricity Authority having
jurisdiction.
Contractor to submit the following:
A. Detailed method statements for each test.
B. Copies of all certified test results after the tests.
Temperature rise test should have been carried out with at least one joint in main Horizontal
busbar as per IEC (see1.4.1) standards. Temperature rise test should have been carried out in a
chamber with ambient temperature of 500C.
Type test certificate to be in the name of the original product manufacturer & Panel
assembler. The following 12 test as specified in IEC (see1.4.2) standards to comply with
requirements of TTA equipment shall be carried out at recognized test laboratories and
certificates from approved test witnessing authority shall be provided for each type test:
Construction:
Clause 10.2 Strength of materials and parts: Corrosion, insulation materials & lifting.
Clause 10.2.2 Verification of resistance to corrosion
Clause 10.2.3 Properties of insulating materials
Clause 10.2.5 Lifting
Clause 10.2.6 Mechanical impact
Clause 10.2.7 Marking
Clause 10.3 Degree of protection of assembly
Clause 10.4 Clearances and creepage distances
Clause 10.5 Protection against electric shock and integrity of protective circuits
Clause 10.6* Incorporation of switching devices and components
Clause 10.7 Internal electrical circuits and connections
Clause 10.8 Terminals for external conductors
Performance:
Clause 10.9 Dielectric properties
Clause 10.10 Verification of temperature rise
Clause 10.10.2.3.7 Verification considering individual functional units and the main and
distribution busbars separately as well as the complete assembly
Clause 10.11 Short-circuit withstand strength
Clause 10.12 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
Clause 10.13 Mechanical operation
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Type test certificates shall be submitted to the consultant engineer for verification.
3.5.2 The panels shall undergo the following tests in the factory before dispatch:
Primary Injection Test for all Circuit Breakers
Secondary Test for all protective relays and meters, CT polarity tests.
Millivolt Drop Test
HV Test 2.5kV for 1 min.
Insulation test
Function test
Voltage test
Short circuit test
Mechanical test
These tests shall be carried out in presence of the Consultant.
3.5.3 MDB / SMDB / MOTOR CONTROL CENTRE
Testing and commissioning shall be in accordance with specification section 2 and including the
following:
The main low voltage panels shall be tested in the Assembler`s works. The Assembler will
be required to carry out any one or all of the tests stated in this specification under witness
of the Engineer and other representatives. The manufacturer’s representative also must be
present for such tests.
Acceptance by the Engineer of any switchboard shall not relieve the manufacturer from any of his
performance guarantees or from any other obligations.
Test certificates for each switchboard shall be submitted prior to delivery of the switchboard.
The Engineer or other representatives reserve the right to perform checks during the
manufacturing process at any time. It shall be at the discretion of the Engineer to witness tests on
100% or any percentage quantity of each switchboard for routine tests, apart from type tests,
wherever called for.
Testing of the main low voltage panels shall include the factory and site tests.
The selected switchgear and control gear brands shall be equal to those mentioned in the type test
reports for the equipment.
The contractor shall arrange for the witnessing of the following tests on the fully equipped
switchboard including primary bus bars and connections at the factory, in accordance with
IEC 61439-1:
A. High voltage power frequency tests on main and auxiliary circuits
B. Dielectric/insulation resistance tests
C. Ground fault tests
D. Electrical operation of circuit breakers control circuits at the appropriate voltage
limits
E. Mechanical operations tests and tests to certify correct functioning of interlocks.
F. Primary injection tests
G. Secondary injection tests
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H. Millivolt drop tests
Any other tests required by the Consultant
The manufacturer who designed the equipment shall provide type test certificates showing
evidence that the switchboard can withstand an internal arc of 50kA for 1 sec. The switchboard
shall be designed to minimize the risks of occurrence of an internal arc, and whenever such an arc
occurs it should prevent its adverse impact on operators and material/equipment surrounding the
switchboard. Also to guarantee the surrounding of the switchboard and the buildings, and to
facilitate fast repair, the switchboard shall be designed to limit risks related to the propagation of
an “Internal arc” fault to its immediate area.
Type tests should have been performed successfully on the below locations as minimum:
A. Horizontal busbar compartment
B. Vertical bus bar compartment of Fixed column
C. Vertical bus bar compartment of Withdrawable column
D. On the cable connection compartment of outgoing Functional unit in the Fixed column.
E. On the cable connection compartment of outgoing Functional unit in the Withdrawable
column.
Assembly shall fulfill all the 7 criteria during type test as per IEC/ TR (see1.4.23, version3)
as detailed below:
Criteria Assessment as per IEC/TR 61641
sequence
1 Correctly secured doors and covers, do not open and remain effectively in place
and provide a minimum level of protection in accordance with the requirements
of IP1X of IEC (see1.4.7). The objective is to minimize the risk of severe injury
by impact from doors, covers etc. and ensure a minimum level of protection of
persons against accidental contact with hazardous live parts.
2 No parts of the assembly are ejected which have a mass of more than 60grams
except those which are dislodged and fall between the assembly and indicators.
The objective is to minimize the risk of severe injury to persons by impact of
ejected parts.
3 Arcing does not cause holes to develop in the external parts of the enclosure
below 2m, at the sides declared to be accessible as a result of burning. The
objective is to minimize the risk of severe injury to persons by direct burning
from the arc.
4 The indicators do not ignite
5 The protective circuit for accessible part of the enclosure is still effective in
accordance with IEC (see1.4.2)
6 The assembly is capable of confining the arc to the defined area where it was
initiated and there is no propagation of the arc to other areas within the
assembly. Effect of hot gases and shooting to adjacent units other than the unit
under test are acceptable, as long as only cleaning is necessary.
7 After clearing of the fault or after isolation or disassembly of the affected
functional units in the defined area, emergency operation of the remaining
assembly is possible. This is verified by a dielectric test according to clause
10.9.2 of IEC (see1.4.2): 2011, but with a test voltage of 1.5 times the rated
operational voltage for 1 min. With the exception of the tested zone as declared
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by the manufacturer, all other units should remain fully operable mechanically
and electrically and are essentially in the same condition before the test.
The following tests shall be carried out after the equipment has been completely erected and
connected up on site:
A. Power frequency voltage tests on the completed switchgear
B. Insulation resistance tests on all main and secondary circuits
C. Secondary injection tests
D. Calibration checks on ammeters, voltmeters and any other instruments.
Testing at normal voltage to prove that closing and tripping from local and remote control
points, tripping from relays and protective gear, interlocks, alarm and indications, etc are
satisfactory.
E. Any other test required to prove compliance with the specification
F. At the end of tests, the protective relays and breaker tripping times shall be set
in accordance with the Consultant approved discrimination coordination.
3.5.3.1 Detailed Check List
A. Effectiveness of mechanical actuating elements
B. Door interlocks
C. Interconnection conductor sizes, laying and clamping/screwing
D. Visual inspection of degree of protection, creepage and clearance distances
E. Labels for feeders and circuit indications
F. Supply of operational instructions, wiring diagrams, technical data of equipment
used
G. Inspection and operational testing of the factory-built assembly
H. Electrical controls and sequence of operation
I. Physical verification of drawings, including front and internal layouts
J. Single line diagrams & Control schemes
K. Check for cracks on components and housings
L. Correctness of sizes and terminations. Torque tables shall be followed.
Bolt size Tightening torque Tightening Force
Nm kN
M6 8 3
M8 20 6
M10 40 13
M12 70 22
M14 110 26
M16 170 35
M. Cable entry/tray provisions, top and bottom
N. Ventilation, anti-condensation heaters, and fans
O. Sealing/pad locking for meter cabinet
P. Phase barriers for incoming and outgoing breakers
Q. Size of bus bars - neutral/earth
R. Gland plates
S. Colour codes for cables
T. Ferrules, labels etc.
U. Termination of ECCs with copper lugs
V. Wiring connections of CT meter - load side of incomer
W. Mounting height of Meter, max 2M min 0.8M
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3.5.3.2 Dielectric tests (excluding components, lamps etc.)
All control fuses and electronic components shall be isolated Test voltage of 2.5kV for 1 minute
shall be applied between
Phase to phase
Phase to neutral
Phase to earth
Neutral to earth
3.5.3.3 Protective measures check/Electrical continuity of protective circuits
Capacity and continuity between:
A. All metal parts and main earth bar
B. Door and main earth bar
C. Continuity test according to control circuit diagram
D. Checking of indicator lamps (with transformers), voltmeter etc.
E. Outgoing circuits check with hand lamp
3.5.3.4 Physical Check
Check general arrangements of the components, internal wiring and complete cleanliness.
Check the panel against approved shop drawing to ensure that right components (ACB,
MCCB) of correct ratings are installed.
Check the tray riser, cable drops cable overlapping and dressing of cable to MDB.
Check all the bolts / nuts and bus bar connection to ensure that all are in good and tight condition.
Check earth bonding of components and other related connection.
Check all meters and selector switches to ensure the correct selection & rating.
Check the phase barriers are properly fixed for separation of circuits.
Check all cables and panels are properly labelled and identified.
3.5.4 Insulation Resistance Check
Check and measure insulation resistance between phases, neutral and earth with 500 volts megger
(the values to be verified with the permissible limits).
Check the terminal insulation, cable gland termination and shrouding.
3.5.5 Functional Test (Panel to be temporarily energized)
Check the control circuit of each system for its correct operation.
Switch ON and OFF of all MCCBs, contactors, relays to verify for the desired operation.
Check draw out mechanism of main incomer ACB.
Check operation of the indication lamps & meters to ensure proper functioning.
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Check functions of motor operated ACB/MCCBs
Check for any abnormal rise in temperature on bus bars, jumper cables, terminals and various
devices by using an infrared scanner.
3..5.6 Earth Leakage Test
A. Check earth leakage circuit breakers by means of RCCB tester, selecting 50%, 100%,
150% of the rated sensitivity currents and the respective trip time to be recorded.
B. Check the rating of core balance CTS and EL relays for earth leakage protection.
C. Tabulate the readings taken.
3.5.7 Earth Fault Loop Impedance Test
Measure the earth loop impedance across phase and protective conductor with earth loop
impedance tester.
Tabulate the reading taken and check with permissible values.
3.5.8 Polarity Test
Check the polarity of incomer supply by polarity tester before energizing panels.
Check all fuses/circuit breakers and single pole control devices are connected to phase conductors
only.
3.5.9 Test on Capacitor Panels
A. Check the operation and indications of contactors in manual mode
B. Check the operation and indications of contactors in auto mode by setting various
power factor in the regulators.
3.5.11 Final DB Light & Power Points
3.5.11.1 Physical Check
A. Check the electrical components such as conduits, wires, trunking, light fixtures,
socket outlets are connected to the final circuit of the distribution board.
B. Check the installation of distribution boards and internal wiring.
C. Check the identification and labeling of each final circuits.
D. Check that all metallic components are earthed/bonded.
E. Check the terminal insulation, cable gland termination and shrouding.
3.5.11.2 Polarity Check
A. Check the polarity of power / light points to ensure the light switches (single pole)
are installed in the line conductor.
B. Check for screw type lamp holders. The outer or screwed conductor is connected to
the neutral conductor.
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3.5.11.3 Continuity Check
A. Check the continuity of the protective conductor from the farthest point to main
earth terminal of the DB for each final circuit by means of a DC ohm meter verify the
values are within permissible limit).
B. Check the continuity between the open ends of each of the three rings of circuit (i.e.
phase, neutral and earth) for all ring final circuits conductors with a multi meter and
the value to be within the permissible limit.
3.5.11.4 Insulation Resistance Test - Check and measure the insulation resistance between phase, neutral
and earth through a 500 Volts, Megger.
3.5.12 RCCB and Polarity Test
A. Switch on and off all MCB’s and contactor relay to verify for the desired operation.
B. Check earth leakage circuit breakers by means of RCCB tester.
C. Check the circuit performance by switching on the MCB in the DB.
D. Check the light and power points by operating all the switches connected in the circuits.
E. Check all the sockets outlets of ring/radial circuits with 3 pin socket tester (13A)/test
lamp.
F. Tabulate the readings taken.
3.5.13 Earth Fault Loop Impedance Test
A. Measure the earth loop impedance across phase and protective conductor with
earth loop impedance tester.
B. Tabulate the readings taken and compare with permissible values.
END OF SECTION
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