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Ga~ Chemical formula, Predominant ~ource Ethane' C,H" Overheated oil adjacent to hot metal Ethylene" C,H.. Overheated oil 'adjacent to hot melal Acetylene" , CzHz fucing in oil

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Laboratory-based DGA program~ .are tYpieally eondueted on a periodie basis dietated by t~e applieation or transformer type, Some problems with rapidly inereasing gas levels may go undeteeted ,between normal, laboratory test intervals, Installation of continuous gas-in-oil monitors may detect the start of incipient failure eonditions that might allow confirmation of the presenee of a suspected fault through laboratory DGA testing. This early warning may allow the uS,er to plan necessary steps required to identify the fault and implement eorrcctive aetions where possible. Present technology exists that can determine, gas type, eoneentration, trending, and production rates of generated gases. The rate of ehange of gases dissolved in oil is a valuable diagnostie tool, in terms of determining the severity of the developing fault, A conventional unscheduled gas-in-oil analysis is typically performed after an, alarm condition has been reported, The application of on-line dissolved gas monitoring may ,<onsiderably reduce the risk of missing detection or of prolonged delay in detecting fault initialization due 'to long on-site sampling intervals (see IEEE PC57.143).

Laboratory-based sampling and analysis that is frequent enough to sufficiently obtain real-time feedback becomes impractical and too expensive. For eritical transformers, on-line gas-in-oil monitors can provide timely and continuous information in' a manner ,that permits load adjustments' to prevent excessive gassing from thermal-type faults. This approach can keep a transformer operating for many months while ensuring safety limits are observed.

The review of all of the DGA history for a unit is of high importance for determining the operating condition of the transformer and needs to be done when considering life extension options for the unit.

5.2. Oil quality assess~ent (physical tes!S)

Over years of operation, insulating fluid quality typically deteriorates significantly. An important part of the life extehsionof a transformer is the restoration of the transformer insulating fluid quality. The insulating fluid quality has implications on virtually all operational characteristics (e.g., dielectric performance, aging rate, thermal perforinance). Depending on the condition of the insulating fluid, it may be justified to reprocess, reclaim, or replace it. '

For the purpose of this guide, the diagnostic tests for insulating fl~id quality described in IEEE Std 62 and IEEEStd,C57.106 are highly recommended. '

It is important, as part of the condition assessment' of the transformer, to determine the quality of the insulating fluid. The results of the insulating fluid quality assessment will determine the need for insulating fluid reconditioning, reclamation, or replacement.

Particular attention should be paid to the moisture in the insulating fluid. The measurement of moisture in insulating fluid is a routine test (in addition to other physical characteristics of the insulating fluid) perforrrled in the laboratory on it sample taken from the transformer. Moisture in the transformer reduces the ins~lation

, strength by decreasing the dielectric strength of the transformer's insulation system. The combination of moisture, heat, and oxygen is the key factor that affects the rate of cellulose degradation.

IEEE Std C57.140-2006 IEEE Guide for the Evaluation and Reconditioning of Liquid Immer.;ed Power Transfonners Moisture level in the insulating fluid depends on the operating condition of the transformer (e.g., winding moisture content and temperature) as well as the type and condition of the fluid. High fluid acidity and high partiele levels increase the capaeity of the fluid to absorb moisture. Usually this situation can be corrected by fluid reclamation or, for more severe cases, by fluid replacement. '

Higher levels of moisture may be more acceptable in fluids such as silicone or. vegetable oil (esters) than in mineral oil due to differences in moisture saturation values. Although the use of these types of fluids is relatively recent and not yet common,' such differences should be considered in the interpretation of the implications of moisture conlent.

Assessment of the level of moisture in the paper should be made, preferably by on-line monitoring of the insulating fluid moisture level, (see Vogel et a!. [B44]) to complement the oil assessment. Reduction of moisture in insulating fluid will not necessarily reduce moisture content of the solid insulation suffiCiently.

(see Clause 7). .

5.3. Furan analysis One of the latest insulating fluid lest methods *to help determine the condition of the insulation system is a test of furariic compounds. This method will help determine the overall degradation of the cellulose within the apparatus* being sampled. Methods or guides for interpretation of the results of this test have not been universally adopted. However, much research has been done, and some guidelines exist (see Bouchard and Lapointe [B6], Shroff and Stan nett [B42], Ch,endong [B8), Burton et a!. [B7], Dominelli et al. [B II], and

'Horninget al. [B 16]): .

Furanic compounds are a family of molecules based on a. furan ring structure. The furanic. compounds in Figure 2 are generated in various amounts by the degradation of cellulose (paper) and arc, therefore, a paper degradation marker.

2-Furfuraldehyde 5-HydrolCY"'8thyl-2-furfurllldehyde OeOOH

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~,OH Furfuryl meohol 5-Methyl2.Furfufaldhehyde 2-AcetyI fUfan Figure 2-Furanic compound family The most stable of. these compounds is 2-furfuraldehyde. or 2-F AL, and in most routine analysis, this component is the only one measured. In transformers* with paper insulation, furanic compounds are intermediate degradation products generated in trace quantities. These quantitie~ are absorbed in the paper-oil system. Oil degradation would not produce furanic compounds. Thermal degradation of paper insulation could be monitored by furan analysis, especially when due to overheating conditions.

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. Attempts have been made to relate the furanic content (2*f AL) of oil to t.he degree of polymerization (DP) of.

paper. When the DP test reveals' a value of 200 or less, the paper is' considered to have lost almost all mechanical strength, and the transformer has reached its end of life (see Shkolonik et al. [B40]).A 2*f AL limit of 100J.lglL(ppb) has been deduced from analysis of thousands of oil samples as a "norm." 1he corresponding DP would be no lower than 400, which implies acceptable mechanical strength for the paper.

Excessive furanic content in oil is indicative of pyrolysis of paper, which can also bc inferred from excessive carbon monoxidc generation.

Test standards for measuring furanic content in insulating fluid include ASTM 05387.

a It must be' pointed out that changing the oil would take out most of the furanic 'contcnt in transformer; hcnce the furanic content measured thcreafter cannot be used for remaining life estimations using DP correlations.

It should also be understood that this test method is an indirect indication of the cellulose condition. Its precision is somewhat less *than the DP measurement described in 5.8.

5.4. Power factor The dielectric Joss in any insulation system is the power dissipated by thc insulation whcn an ac voltage is

,applied. (All electrical insulation has a mcasurable quantity of die\cctricloss, regardless of condition. Good insulation usuaJlyhas a very low loss~) Power factor testing consists of applying an ac voltage (not to excecd the 'rated voltage of thc equipment being tested) and mcasuring the leakage current across and through the insulation system. Because an insulation system can be represented as a resistor and a capacitor in parallel, thc po~er factor of the insulation can be defined as the result of leakage current (lR) divided by the total current (Ir). The leakage current, and proportionally the power factor, will increase as the insulation systcm a.

deteriorates. . ' . " . ' ~:::J The power factor test and the dissipation factor test are two similar methods of measuring the dielectric loss ~.

CD of an insulation system. The two terms pow;r factor and diSSipation factor are often: uscd interchangcably a.

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the resistive current to total current flowing through the insulation. Dissipation factor (also known as tan '9'"

\. delta test) is a dimensionless ratio of thc resistive current to the reactive current flowing through the insulation. By convention, these factors are usually expressed as a percentage, which is one hundred tiines '"~

o the value obtaincd from the basic calculation. ' to 0-Z Because most field testing is done in energizcd stations, it is important that the test equipment be propcrly CD

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If unusual readings are cncountered, ensure that the equipment is working properly before proceeding. If the or tests show an increasing trend in the power factor, further invcstigation is warranted to determine the cause co and possibly repairs before further degradation occurs. Determination o'f the cause of increased power factor 5' is usually made by analyzing all of the availablC test data to find the problem. iii

-<c If the high power factor re~dings are caused by contamination in the oil, thcre will be corresponding rcsults l£ in the oil analysis. Increascd oil power factor may be !he result of moisture or polar. and ionic compounds in the oil. This contamination may also reduce the dielcctric strength of the oil. A power factor test can also be run on the oil itself.

Moisture in the insulation system is another cause of increasing power factor. The moisture Icvel of the oil will help determine whether this situation could be the source of the problem. If the insulation is determined to be wet, a procedure for drying the unit can be implemented. Such procedures include filtering (on or ofT line), vacuum processing, or untanking and drying at a transformer repair facility. .

Internal inspections and repairs are possible in the field, but much of the insulation is inaccessible without untanking the transformer. If field repairs are made, care ShOl~ld be used to ensure that the replacement 18 Copyright © 2007 IEEE All rights reserved C

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Bushings are often a source of high power factor readings. These parts can usually be tested in place ahd,'as with the transformer, previous data are used to evaluate the' results. If it is determined thaI a bushing or bushings are the eause of the problem, they can be replaced or repaired.

The main capacitance, Cl,of a bushing is the capacitance between the high-voltage conductor and the voltage tap (i 15 kV bushings and above) or the test tap (69 kV bushings and below). The capacitance C2 ofla capaeitance-graded bushing is the capacitance between the voltage tap (lIS k.V and above) or the test tap (69 kV and below) and the mounting flange (ground). .

Capacitance C] is measured during the power faetor test of the bushings and must be very close to the value shown on the nameplate ofthe bushing (tolerance +/- 5%).

Capacitance C2 is measured during the power faetor test and.is used as a benchmark, especially when measured during the initial installation of a brand ne~ bushing never exposed to moisture or humidity.

Deviation of the C2 measurement from the nameplate on future power factor tests could also be used to' determine whether there has been moisture intrusion in the potential tap or near the flange. However, this result does not neeessarily determine the internal condition of the bushing core.

5.5. frequency response analysis (FRA)

FRA is a diagnostie test that is used to help identify possible deformations and movements in the transformer's core and coil assembiy and other internal faults. FRA consists of measuring the impedance of transformer windings over a wide range of frequencies and comparing the results of these measurements with a reference set, i.e., previous results or results from a similar transformer. The basis of the FRA technique is that Ihe impedance of the transformer (i.e., resistance, inductance, and capacitance) is related tO,the construction and geometry of the windings. Deformations and movements have an effect on both inductance and capacitance,that may be reflected in the resulting frequency response. ' '

Measuring the frequency response of a Winding within a transformer will provide a "fingerprint" for that winding or transformer. The analysis requires measurement of both input and output signals. The response is the ratio of the two signals. There are basically two methods: impulse method and sweep frequency method.

Both methods are currently used within the industry.

With regard to' the reference set of measurements, the reference measurement must have been made previously on the same winding in the same transformer. There isno such thing as an identicat transformer.

Therefore, measurements made on similar transformers should be used with extreme caution,' The transformer manufacturer may be able to provide invaluable insight to the user under these circumstances.

If there are discrepancies between the original tests 'and the latest test results, further investigation and testing (e.g., excitation test) are a logical next step. .

5.6. Partial discharge (PO) detection pb occurs in an insulation system when a local breakdown of the insulation medium causes a redistribution of charge within the system. PD generates low-amplitude Voltage and current pulses that are within radio range of frequency. Several teehniques are available to detect and measure these signals in transformers. Two techniques consist of direct electrieal measurements, and results are measured in microvolts. of radio" frequency energy orin picocoulombs. The other method consists of acoustieal measurements with an ultrasonic transducer. It is possible to locate an active diseharge in the transformer by comparing the signals from acoustic and from electrical detection. \" ' .

IEEE Std C57;140-2006 IEEE Guide for the Evaluation and Reconditioning of Liquid Immersed Power Transfonners 5_6_1. Electrical measurements Because PO is an .electrical phenomenon, electrical measurements ~lIow for the most direct and quantifiable data. PO measurements in the field eanbe accomplished using at least two different methods. The first method is the field-induced test, which is similar to factory testing, where a pOJ1able high-frequency generator system is used to excite the transformer. The second method involves exciting the*transformer at the power frequency either from ~he utility grid or from an isolated generator.

The field-induced test for older transformers is typically done at voltages somewhat less than the full induced as voltage test levels specified in IEEE Std C57.12.00. Typical tests are done at 75% to 85% of the IEEE test levels for a duration of anywhere from*30 min to 60 min. The voltage level and test duration are based on assessment of the age and condition of the bulk insulation and bushings or other components and the capacity of the test generator.

PO activity milY be mcasurcd using either the radio. influence voltage (RIY) method or thc apparent charge method. Each method has its own relativc advantages and disadvantages. The RIY method is less affected by external noise from thepowcr system, but may be affected by radio stations. It also is gencrally less scnsitivc to discharges deep within the transformer windings. (The RIY of equipment was historically measured to determine the influence of energized cquipment on radio broadcasting; hence the name RIY.) Typically, if the PO magnitudes are less than cither 100 flY or 500 pC, the transformer is considered acceptable. If the levels are above 500 flY or 1000 pC, then the transformer may be suspect. For values in between, the results are questionable, and further testing may be needed to more precisely characterize the risk.

Advanccd PO measurement methods arc available that can effectively filter out external noise influences to selectively measure the PD activity in the windings. Thesc methods involve narrow band measurements at certain resonant tTequencies of the transformer to amplify thcPDs and reduce the background noise. With this type of measurement, a transformer may be tested With. excitation from the power grid. In other a.

a instances,the natural attenuation of PD between windings can be used,to .isolate the high-voltage winding while exciting a low-voltage or tertiary winding. ":;!

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( :J dimensional plot of the PD magnitude, phase angle of the pulses, and the number of pulses. Different types of (J) insulation defects produce different but recognizable patterns, and the PD test result can be compared to a ~ '"

library of test results to makc a judgment about the cause of the PD. In addition, the tcst can often establish a '"

relative location of the PD within the transformer by PO pulse shape characteristic and time displacement o o

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surge capacitor can be used, or a small capacitor can bc attached to .the terminal. The capacitor has a high impedance to the power frequency, but appears as a low impedance to the high-frequency PO voltage pulses.

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common approaches is to use pulse height analysis. The analyzer measures the number of pulses and magnitude of each individual pulse and plots them, There are also pulse phase analyzers, which digitally record where the PD pulses occur with respect to the power frequency. Interpretation of test results requires some experience with PP tests and with the type of device being tested. Cot:nparing previous measurcments on the same piecc of aPparatus (i,nc1uding factory tests) will achieve the best results for this type of test.

PDs causcd by static electTification ~e typically 'intermittent dc discharge~' associated with the buildup of stalic charge resulting from forced-oil flow past cellulose surfaces. Such dischargcs are totally different from PD associated withac voltage and must be detccted differently. There have been many instances where such discharges were detected audibly as pinging or banging inside the transformer at intervals ranging from a fcw seconds. to many minutes. .

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, IEEE Std C57,140-2006 IEEE Guide for the Evalu,ation and Reconditioning of Liquid Immersed Power Transformers 5.6.2. Acoustic The acoustic method of detecting PD offers good sensitivity to many types of PD sources and, in some situations, permits the site of the sourCe to be located inside the transformer. The acoustic techn'ique has the advantage that, when properly applied, it can be used on energized equipment and it is not susceptible to interference from outside sourCes, Acoustic signals are measured using ultrasonic transducers that are coupled to the outside wall of the transformer, tank, In addition to the transducers, the other test equipment componentS are an amplifier and a display device; Self-contained, portable acoustic detectors are available for quick go-no-go field test programs. However, locating the PD source requires specialized measurements and customcdesigned software and equipment.

5.7. Infrared inspection Thermography is a noncontact mea~s of identifYing thermal anomalies relating to electrical and mechanical components that are exhibiting an excessive heat loss. This situation may be indicative of poor connections" excessive stray flux, blocked coolingcircuits,'or other problems that have the potential for causing eventual failure of the transformer, 'An infrared thermal scanning camera is used to record thermal images for subsequent analysis and identification of corrective maintenance action. The self-emitted radiation in the infrared portion of the electromagnetic spectrum is measured at the target surface and converted to electrical signals.

, 5.7.1. Noncontactthermal measurement The component to be measured should be at normal operating temperature, Because heating varies directly with the square of the current, component loading will directly aff<<;ct the thermographic image. The current level should at least be 40% of rated fun load. If measurement is recorded when the equipment is not at full load, the maximum temperature rise can be estimated by Equation (3) and Equation (4). '

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Imeas is measured current How a surface' appears in the visible spectrum is the same way the surfaces will appear in infrared, Temperature readings should be taken from tilrge~ surfaces that are dull in' the visible spectrum. When focusing on the target, get close enough sq the target occupies a sizable section of the viewer screen.' Look at the target face on, and move around to eliminate reflections, Most thermal scans of equipment in metal enclosures will not give good readings unless the heat is of a high enough intensity to heat the enclosure. Therefore, panel doors and cabinets should be opened or panels, removed, as necessary, to obtain good thermal scans.

IEEE Std C57.140-2006 tEEE Guide for the Evaluation and Reconditioning of Liquid Immersed Power Transformers 5.7.2. Maintenance scanning Thermographic scans are usually performed semi-annually or annually. The ambient temperature, transformer winding and top oil temperature (instantaneous and maximum), and load information should be recorded. Establish a baseline for the component under normal load and operating conditions to facilitate identifiCation of abnormalities. A comparison of phases in a three-phase system will indicate a*uniform .

temperature pattern for balanced load and a nonuniform pattern for an unbalanced load. An unbalanced load can be distinguished from an anomaly, as the temperature is relatively constant along the componellt .when

, component size and mass are the same. The manufacturer's literature should be checked to verify upper limits for actual temperature. . '

5.7.2.1 .. Transformer main tank Determine normal operating temperature of the transformer tank, examine all sides of the enclosure, and record any temperature rise greater than or equal to 10°C. In addition, similar measurements and criteria should be used for generator step-up transformers in the area where they are connected to the generator bus duct. Improper bus connections or deterioration of connections over the service life can result in excessive heating in theyicinity of the interconnection and the transformer tank.

5.7.2.2. Bushings Determine the normal operating temperature, and document any temperature rise greater than or equal to 10 DC. .

5.7.2.3. Tap changer

, Record the tap position and tap changer counter,' examine thc tap changer, and record the temperature differential relativc to the main tank. The tap changer should never be hotter than thc main tank; any temperature rise may be an indication of a problem. '

5.7.2.4. Control cabinet Examine all connections and components. An understanding of control component functions is necessary as high temperatures on some components may be normal operating temperatures. Record any temperature greater than or equal to 10°C above n o r m a l . ' .

5.7.2.6. Overhead For connections and other ancillary equipment, determine the normal operating temperature, and document any temperature rise greater thanor equal to JO ~c.

5~7.3. Temperature rise An acceptable maximum surface temperature rise is really dependent upon the environment of the equipment, severity of duty, significance of the equipment to the operating system, and equipment type.

Knowledge of possible sources of measurement error (such as surface emissivity and solar reflections) is required for accurate rcadingsand interpretation. Maintenance and operating personnel who are most familiar with the cquipment should have the responsibility for judging the seriousness of an abnormal condition.

Table 3 presents guidelines to use in the analysis. ."

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'Local ambient refers to immediate surrounding area. For example. the overalltransfonnertank lemperatllTe will be at least as hoI as the top.oil (40*C to 60*C above air temperature) without there being a problem.

However. a spot on the tank that is 25°C hotter than the surrounding tank area deserves further. investigation .

.f 5.8. Degree of polymerization (DP)

DP testing is used as a precise measure of the degradation ofthe paper insulation used in transformers, cables, and capacitors. Cellulose (Le., thc main constituent of paper and wood) is a large linear polymeric molecule constituted of scveral hundrcds of glucose units. DP is the average number of glucose molecules making the cellulose chains .. The DP value decreases witli time. as the eellulose molecules break and fragment. The rate of deterioration is very much temperature dependent.

It has been shown that the DP method provides a direct correlation between tensile strength and the DP result. The DP values range from an average value for new paper of about 1200 (Le., on average, each cellulose chain contains 1200 glucose units) down to values for aged paper as low as 100. At a DP value of 200, adireet correlation has been shown to agree with paperthat has lost approximately 70% of the original tensile strength. At this point, the paper becomes brittle, a!1d the transformer can be deemed to be at the end of its useful life due to its loss of tensile strength (see Shroff and Stannett [B42]).

The test method that should be specified for determining the DP is ASTM D4243. An equivalent test method is IEC 60450.

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The paper used in electrical equipment is assumed to age at a more rapid rate where the temperature of the paper and exposure to oxygen are thehighesl. In order to collect samples for DP tests, the paper should be collected from loeations that have the most rapidly aging paper.

Once a transformer is manufaetured, the paper with the highest probability of becoming weakened is usually in locations that cannot be easily aecessed without risk of damaging the transformer. As a result, collecting the paper samples from a transformer may" jeopardize the reliability of the transformer. For in-service equipment, taking samples must be limited to areas that, after repair, will result in a negligible increase in the probability of failure as a result of the paper sampling. Lo.cations ~e selected based on judgment. but should usually be in the upper part of the transformer where top oil temperatures are the highest. A coil lead or a

,crossover connection could be such a loc~tion.

Collection of samples that are directly in contact with the conductor is important. If the transformer oil has been exposed to air, the outer layer of the paper should also be tested. To obtain a sample of paper *in contact with the conductoroften'requires the removarofa considerable amount of insulating material. It is important that the insulation be carefully removed and the location and layer from which the paper was removed be documented. The repair of the insulation system requires great eare.' For example, paper tapes must be properly applied to replicate the previous insulation. Often paper tapes should be pre'-impregnated with clean dry oil. The concept that "more* paper is better" is a poor idea as exeessive paper can cause hot spots by restricting the cooling of the conductor. It is recommended that properly trained personnel repair disturbed sections of the insulation system.

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the tank, Certain audible sounds are readily identified, but in some instances, the levels of sound, their .tone, and direction may often be more apparent than rcal and arc then difficult to locate and identify. However, any

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shrink,age or short-cireuit movement. The sound due to such changes would generally have a tonal frequ~ncy.

of twice the operating system frequency. This change in sound could also be the result of loose leakage-flux

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levels and changing tonal composition. Superposition <if dc on the exciting current can cause much higher OJ soilnd levels as well as extra tonal harmonics. .

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