S21A DRY TYPE TRANSFORMERS-06 February 2019 To 13 February 2019

TANZANIA ELECTRIC SUPPLY COMPANY LIMITED
“We light up your life”
SPECIFICATION S21A
DISTRIBUTION POLE MOUNTED DRY TYPE

TRANSFORMERS
FEBRUARY 2019

Tanesco Head Quarter Jamatin Road – Dodoma
P.O Box 453, Dodoma, Tanzania
Telephone: +255-26-2323456/7
Email Info: info@tanesco.co.tz

Website: http://www.tanesco.co.tz
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SPECIFICATION FOR DISTRIBUTION POLE MOUNTED DRY TYPE TRANSFORMER (S21A)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 SCOPE ............................................................................................................. 2

2.0 APPLICABLE CODES AND STANDARDS ...................................................... 2
2.1 Preference of Codes and Standards ............................................................. 3
3.0 SERVICE CONDITIONS .................................................................................. 4
4.0 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS ....................................................................... 4
4.1 Medium Voltage Characteristics.................................................................... 4
5.0 DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION ..................................................................... 5
5.1 Rated Power ................................................................................................. 5
5.2 Overloads ...................................................................................................... 5
5.3 Core Assembly .............................................................................................. 5
5.4 Windings ....................................................................................................... 5
5.4.1 Medium Voltage Windings ......................................................................... 6
5.4.2 Low Voltage Windings ............................................................................... 6
5.4.3 Thermal Insulation Class ........................................................................... 7
5.5 Off Circuit Tappings ...................................................................................... 7
5.6 MV and LV Windings Assembly .................................................................... 7
5.7 Noise Level ................................................................................................... 8
5.8 Earthing Terminal .......................................................................................... 8
5.8.1 Internal Earthing Arrangement ................................................................... 8
5.9 Finishing ........................................................................................................ 8
5.10 Accessories ................................................................................................... 8
5.11 Enclosures .................................................................................................... 9
5.11.1 Standard Enclosure ................................................................................ 9
5.12 Package System ......................................................................................... 10
6.0 Inspection and Testing ................................................................................... 10
6.1 Routine Tests .............................................................................................. 10
6.2 Type and Special Tests ............................................................................... 10
6.3 Inspection .................................................................................................... 11
7.0 Documentation ............................................................................................... 11
8.0 SCHEDULES ................................................................................................. 13
8.1 Technical Data Schedule ............................................................................ 13
8.2 Non Compliance Schedule .......................................................................... 16
8.3 Test Certificates Schedule .......................................................................... 17
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1.0 SCOPE
This specification covers the ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS of design,

manufacture and performance requirements of 33/0.4/0.23 kV and 11/0.4/0.23 kV
pole mounted DRY TYPE distribution transformers for use in Tanzania
Electric Supply Company Limited networks.
2.0 APPLICABLE CODES AND STANDARDS
The equipment will be designed, manufactured and tested in compliance with

the IEC, CENELEC and ISO codes and standards and the following codes and
standards in particular:
S/ CODE/STANDARD DESCRIPTION
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1 International - IEC 60076 - 11, Power transformers - Part 11:
Electrotechnical Dry type transformers.
Commission (IEC)
- IEC 60050 (all parts), International
electrotechnical vocabulary (IEV).
- IEC 60071 (all parts): Insulation co-ordination.
- IEC 60076-1:1993, Power transformers – Part 1:

General Amendment 1 (1999).
- IEC 60076-2, Power transformers – Part 2:

Temperature rise.

Insulation levels, dielectric tests and external
clearances in air.

Ability to withstand short-circuit.

Determination of sound levels. IEC 60085,
Thermal evaluation and classification of
electrical insulation.
- IEC 60270, High-voltage test techniques –

Partial discharge measurements.
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- IEC 60332-3-10, Tests on electric cables under

fire conditions – Part 3-10: Test for vertical flame
spread of vertically-mounted bunched wires or
cables – Apparatus.
- IEC 60529, Degrees of protection provided by

enclosures (IP Code).
- IEC 60905:1987, Loading guide for dry-type

power transformers.
- IEC 61330, High-voltage/low voltage

prefabricated substations.
2 International - ISO 9001: Quality management and quality

Organisation for assurance standards - Guidelines for selection
Standardisation and use
(ISO)
- ISO 14000: Environmental management.
3 CENELEC - CENELEC HD 538 Three phase dry type
distribution transformers.
4 Normative - TANESCO S01: General technical
References requirements of 33kV, 11kV and LV Networks.
- TANESCO S11: Wood poles
- TANESCO S13: Cross-arms and associated

steelwork.
- TANESCO S15: Line fittings.
- TANESCO Engineering Instruction.
- TANESCO Distribution Construction manual.

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2.1 Preference of Codes and Standards
In case of conflict between this specification and any of the referenced codes
and standards, the following order of preference shall apply:
1. This specification
2. Referenced codes and standards
3. Acceptable alternative codes and standards
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3.0 SERVICE CONDITIONS
The service conditions shall be as follows:
Altitude (above sea level) 1,600m

Maximum outdoor temperature 40°C
Minimum outdoor temperature -5°C
Maximum monthly mean 35°C
temperature
Annual mean temperature 25°C
Maximum relative humidity up to 96%
Isokeraunic level 180 thunderstorms days per year
Type of atmosphere coastal
Pollution Design pollution level to be taken
as “Heavy” (pollution level III)
according to IEC 60815
Indoor material and equipment shall be designed and protected for use in
buildings, which occasionally may be wet and damp.
4.0 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
4.1 Medium Voltage Characteristics
The transformers shall be suitable for installation in supply systems with the
following characteristics:
Nominal System Voltages: kV 33 11 0.4/0.23

Maximum system voltages: kV 36 12 0.44/0.2
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System Fault level: kA 25 25 7.5
Insulation Level 1.2/50µs lightning 170 75 12
impulse withstand voltage: kV
Power Frequency (one minute 70 28 3
withstand, wet): kV
Creepage distance 30mm/kV of maximum system voltage
Neutral earthing arrangements Effectively earthed
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5.0 DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION
5.1 Rated Power
The transformer shall be designed so that they can deliver continuously its
rated current under steady loading conditions without exceeding the
temperature rise, assuming that the applied voltage is equal to the rated voltage
and that the supply is at rated frequency.
5.2 Overloads
Dry type AN cooled transformers, can be overloaded according to IEC 60905

Loading guide for dry type transformers.
5.3 Core Assembly
The core shall be constructed of the best quality, low loss, cold rolled, grain
oriented steel laminations insulated on both sides.
Laminations shall be “step lap” overlapped to minimize core losses and noise.
The assembled core shall be braced in suitable steel frames that make up
the base-frame and lifting facilities for complete transformer.
The core assembly shall enable the removal of the coils in the field, if this
should become necessary.
The entire core assembly shall be covered with a resin-based lacquer for
corrosion protection before the coils are mounted.
5.4 Windings
All the windings shall be of high conductivity conductors of best quality. The
transformer shall have separate high voltage and low voltage windings. The
insulation system of the windings shall consist of approved materials for
assigned temperature class. The insulation level of the windings shall comply
with the stated table:
Highest voltage for Rated short duration Rated lightning impulse

equipment Um power frequency withstand withstand voltage
voltage
kV (rms) kV (peak)
kV (rms)
< 3 -
1.1
12 28 75
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36 70 170
The Fire, Environmental, and Climatic classes should be as stated below:
 Environmental Class: It shall be E2 in order to be able to withstand

condensation or pollution or combination of both.
 Climatic Class: C1/C2
 Fire Class: It shall be F1.
5.4.1 Medium Voltage Windings
MV windings shall be vacuum cast with copper as conductor material

and 155ºC (class F) insulation system temperature.
Winding design shall be adequate to allow for full encapsulation with

filled resin under vacuum. The resin system shall be two components
epoxy filled with a mixture of inorganic fillers improving its thermal,
mechanical and fire behavior properties.
The surface of the encapsulated winding shall be smooth and

completely closed and impervious to moisture and common industrial
contaminants.
5.4.1.1 Medium Voltage Connections
The MV cable terminals will be made in copper material, located

above the top of the connection bars.
Each terminal will be drilled with a 13 mm hole ready for connection

of cables.
The MV delta connection will be made through copper bars

protected by heat shrinkable tubing.
5.4.2 Low Voltage Windings
The LV windings will be of copper wound together with an insulating

pre-impregnated B-stage epoxy resin and thermally cured in an oven to
achieve thermal, mechanical and moisture penetration properties that
are comparable, for LV coils, with those of cast windings.
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In high polluted or aggressive environments it is recommended to seal

both edges (top and bottom), that will prevent the entry of dust or
moisture inside the coil.
5.4.2.1 LV connections
The LV connections will be made from above onto bars located at

the top of the coils on the opposite side to the MV connections.
5.4.2.2 Short – Circuit Withstanding
The transformer shall be capable of withstanding, on any tapping,

for two seconds (IEC value = 2 s), without damage, under service
conditions, the thermal and mechanical effects of a short – circuit at
the terminals of any winding.
5.4.3 Thermal Insulation Class
The insulation system temperature for MV and LV winding will be

155ºC (class F) .The average winding temperature rise for both MV (at
rated tapping position) and LV windings at full load shall not exceed
100ºC (maximum temperature rise equal to 40 deg C).
5.5 Off Circuit Tappings
The transformer shall be provided with tapping links on the MV windings. Their
position can be selected whilst the transformer is off circuit. Taping selection
shall be by means of bolted links.
The tapping range shall be:

 Plus 2.5% and 5%
 Minus 2.5% and 5%
Tappings with connection cables are not accepted.
5.6 MV and LV Windings Assembly
The high and low voltage coils of each phase shall be supported and clamped
by lower and upper supporting blocks, each having rubber expansion blocks for
thermal expansion.
The position of the LV terminals shall be either at the opposite side of the MV
terminals at the top or at the bottom of the transformer. The neutral bar
terminal, if any, shall be at the same side as the LV phase terminal.
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The design of the complete assembly should be in a way that if necessary, an

exchange of separate high and low voltage coils can be done.
5.7 Noise Level
Noise level shall be in accordance to the CENELEC standards.
5.8 Earthing Terminal
Provision shall be made to connect external earthing at position close to the

bottom the enclosure at two points. Earthing terminal shall be adequately
dimensioned to receive the external earthing conductor/strip.
5.8.1 Internal Earthing Arrangement
All metal parts of the transformer with the exception of the individual
core laminations core bolts and associated individual clamping plates
shall be maintained at some fixed potential. The bottom main core
clamping structure shall be connected to the enclosure by copper
cable.
5.9 Finishing
The procedure being stated shall be applicable to the metallic parts of the
transformer and enclosure.
Surfaces preparation treatment

Material Steel sheet, completely rust-free
Average thickness 70 m, no any point lower than 50 m
Standard Color RAL 7035 enclosure / RAL 7035 metallic parts of
transformer.
Adherence degree 0-1, according to EN ISO2409
Saline mist Minimum 250 hours without the oxidation
resistance progressing for more than 2 mm after X-shaped
scratch made in the center of the test piece.
Tests according to ASTM B117.
5.10 Accessories
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The transformers shall be equipped with all the accessories deemed necessary
for proper operation by the manufacturer plus the ones specified in the
specification. Additional available accessories shall be quoted as options.
 Lifting eyes or lifting lugs.
 MV and LV terminals.
 Earthing terminals.
 Pulling holes on the under base.
 Transformer shall have a rating plate of weatherproof stainless steel
material placed in a clear position. Nameplate information as called for by
IEC standards shall be provided. This includes:
 Type of transformer
 IEC codes must be stated
 Manufacturer’s name
 Serial number
 Year of Manufacture
 Insulation Level
 Number of phases
 Rated power
 Rated frequency
 Rated voltage
 Rated currents
 Vector Group
 Impedance voltage at rated current
 Type of Cooling
 Total Mass
 Temperature rise of windings
5.11 Enclosures
The required protection shall be class IP33.
5.11.1 Standard Enclosure
The enclosure is made of bolt-on type sheets of steel of the bolt-on

type with removable panels and supported from the transformer
framework. Its removable base can be installed without having to lift
the transformer.
Central front and rear handle panels will be provided for access to the
tap changer.
Inlet-outlet of cables is situated at the bottom of the enclosure through

aluminum gland plates to be machined by the customer.
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For indoor applications the sheet steel will be painted in grey color,
RAL7035; for outdoors applications will be galvanized with painting.
5.12 Package System
Transport by ship should be done with a special package containing at least a

thermo-isolating bag involving the whole transformer that should be placed
inside a wooden crate.
The seller shall always submit the package system for the TANESCO’s
approval. The approval of the package system does not relieve the
manufacturer from any of its responsibilities of assuring good quality of the
package.
6.0 Inspection and Testing
6.1 Routine Tests
The transformers are subject to inspection during their manufacture. Routine

test of each transformer shall be according to IEC 60076-11:
 Measurement of windings resistance.
 Measurement of the turns ratio and vector group.
 Measurement of impedance voltage and load loss.
 Measurement of no load loss and no load current.
 Applied voltage dielectric test
 Induced voltage dielectric test.
 Measurement of partial discharges must be done and shall be guaranteed
that the value of partial discharges expressed will be less than 10 pC.
6.2 Type and Special Tests
The following Type tests certificates shall be submitted to TANESCO:

 Temperature rise test
 Lightning impulse test
 Noise level test
The following tests will be done under TANESCO request when required:
 Measurement of insulation resistance.
 Measurement of zero-sequence impedance.
 Measurement of the harmonics of the no-load current.
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 Measurement of the dissipation factor, tan delta, of the insulation resistance

capacitance.
 Anti-corrosion protection test.
NOTE: All the transformer shall be tested in a laboratory accredited according

to the criteria collected in Standards UNE-EN ISO/IEC 17025:2000
(CGA-ENAC-LEC).
6.3 Inspection
The equipment shall be subject to inspection and testing during manufacture

and after completion by representatives from the TANESCO.
Acceptance by TANESCO’s representative of any transformer shall not relieve

the manufacturer from any of this performance guarantee, or from any of the
other obligations resulting from the contract.
Transformers will be inspected during delivery and TANESCO reserves the

right to reject ALL or PART of the delivered transformers if they will be found
that they do not comply with this specification.
7.0 Documentation
With the commercial offer the bidder shall send the following documents:
 Technical datasheet
 Preliminary Outline Drawing
 Product Catalogue
 Type test reports from similar transformers for:
 Lightning Impulse Test
 Temperature Rise Test
 Measurement of sound level
 Test reports from some transformer already manufactured by the bidder for
the following should also be sent:
 Short Circuit Test
 Fire Behaviour Test
 Climatic Behaviour Test
 Enviromnental Behaviour Test
Prior to delivery of the equipment the supplier shall submit to the owner the
following information:
 Definitive drawings
 Operation and maintenance manual for transformers
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 Operation and maintenance manual for temperature control device

 Rating plate drawing
 Connection diagram
 Routine test reports
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8.0 SCHEDULES
8.1 Technical Data Schedule
Bidder’s
Description Unit TANESCO Offer
It complies with International standard IEC 60076
Manufacturer Specify
Country of origin Specify
Nominal frequency Hz 50
25,50,100,
Nominal power rating kVA
200,315
Maximum continuous power rating kVA Specify
Nominal primary voltage kV 33/11
Nominal secondary voltage kV 0.4/0.23
Duration of Overload: 25 % min. Specify
50% min. Specify
Design continuous ambient temperature °C Specify
Average winding temperature rise °C 55
Maximum hot spot temperature °C 98
Temperature Gradient °C Specify
Flux Density T 1.65
Noise Level dB Specify
RIV level at 1Mhz pV Specify
Core losses at 750C W Specify
0
Winding losses 75 C W Specify
No load current (at full voltage) A Specify
Regulation at full load: PF=1 % Specify
PF=0.85 % Specify
Silicone Steel: Manufacturer/country of
% Specify
origin/Type/Grade
Conductor for MV Windings:
Specify
Manufacturer/country of origin/Type/Grade
Conductor of LV Windings:
Specify
Manufacturer/country of origin/Type/Grade
Conductor Material: MV Windings Specify
LV Windings Specify
A/sq.
Maximum current density: Copper 2.8
mm
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MV Bushings: Manufacturer/country of
Specify
origin/Type/Grade
LV Bushings: Manufacturer/country of
Specify
origin/Type/Grade
Bushing Catalogue Number: MV Specify
LV Specify
Bushing Basic Impulse Level: MV kV Specify
LV Kv Specify
Bushing Power Frequency withstand
kV Specify
voltage: MV
LV kV Specify
Puncture Voltage of MV Bushings kV Specify
Creepage Distance MV Bushings: 33/11kV mm 1,080/360
LV Bushings mm Specify
Slope of upper surface of bushing shed Specify
Can bushings be de-tanked without
Specify
detaching cover? (y/n)
Colour of bushing porcelain Specify
Type of MV Terminal Specify
Metal used for MV terminal Specify
Stud Diameter mm Specify
Are conic spring washers fitted? (y/n) Yes
sq.m
Range of permissible conductor sizes Specify
m
Minimum phase to phase clearance mm Specify
Minimum phase to earth clearance mm Specify
Bushing to arrester clearance mm Specify
Type of LV Terminal Stud
Metal used for LV terminal Specify
Stud Diameter mm Specify
sq.m
Range of permissible conductor sizes Specify
m
Type of atmospheric protection Specify
Minimum phase to phase clearance mm Specify
Minimum phase to earth clearance mm Specify
Continuous current rating A Specify
Type of earth terminal Specify
Spring and lock washers included? (y/n) Yes
Tap Changer: Manufacturer/Country of
Specify
origin/ Type/Grade
Can tap changer switch be locked? (y/n) Yes
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Degree of Washer Protection Specify

Dimensions: Length mm Specify
Width mm Specify
Height mm Specify
Weight in service kg Specify
Resin type and grade Specify
Class of impregnation insulation Class F
Material used for enclosure: Galvanized
Specify
steel or stainless steel?
Degree of protection of enclosure Mild Steel
Minimum thickness of enclosure material mm 2.5
Type of cooling mm Specify
Steady load to give top oil temperature
kW Specify
(35°C ambient)
Steady load to give top oil temperature
(35°C ambient and solar radiation of kW Specify
120w/sq.m)
Type of cooling surfaces Specify
Type of metal on earth terminal Specify
Corrosion protection Specify
Hot dip
Galvanizing: Type/Grade
Galvanised
Galvanizer Specify
Core Type Specify
Can transformers be handled by forklift?
Yes
(y/n)
Weight of core and windings kg Specify
Total weight of transformer ready for service kg Specify
Shipping weight of transformer kg Specify
month
Guarantee period/Warranty Specify
s
…………………………………................... …………………
Signature and seal of the Manufacturer Date
I/We certify that the above data are true and correct
…………………………………… ……………………
Signature and seal of the Bidder Date
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8.2 Non Compliance Schedule
On this schedule the bidder shall provide a list of non compliances with
this specification, documenting the effects that such non compliance is
likely to have on the equipment's life and operating characteristics. Each
non compliance shall be referred to the relevant specification clause.
C Non-Compliance
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…………………………………............... …………………
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8.3 Test Certificates Schedule
On this schedule a list of the test certificates included with the bid shall be
provided. This list shall include type test certificates and sample routine
test reports. Each certificate listed shall be referred to the relevant
specification clause.
C Type Test Certificate or Routine Test

l Report
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TANZANIA ELECTRIC SUPPLY COMPANY LIMITED

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DISTRIBUTION POLE MOUNTED DRY TYPE

TANZANIA ELECTRIC SUPPLY COMPANY LIMITED

Email Info: info@tanesco.co.tz

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1.0 SCOPE ............................................................................................................. 2

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This specification covers the ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS of design,

2.0 APPLICABLE CODES AND STANDARDS

The equipment will be designed, manufactured and tested in compliance with

- IEC 60071 (all parts): Insulation co-ordination.

- IEC 60076-1:1993, Power transformers – Part 1:

- IEC 60076-2, Power transformers – Part 2:

- IEC 60076-3, Power transformers – Part 3:

- IEC 60076-5, Power transformers – Part 5:

- IEC 60076-10, Power transformers – Part 10:

- IEC 60270, High-voltage test techniques –

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- IEC 60332-3-10, Tests on electric cables under

- IEC 60529, Degrees of protection provided by

- IEC 60905:1987, Loading guide for dry-type

- IEC 61330, High-voltage/low voltage

2 International - ISO 9001: Quality management and quality

- TANESCO S11: Wood poles

- TANESCO S13: Cross-arms and associated

- TANESCO S15: Line fittings.

- TANESCO Engineering Instruction.

- TANESCO Distribution Construction manual.

2.1 Preference of Codes and Standards

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3.0 SERVICE CONDITIONS

The service conditions shall be as follows:

Altitude (above sea level) 1,600m

4.0 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

4.1 Medium Voltage Characteristics

Nominal System Voltages: kV 33 11 0.4/0.23

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5.0 DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION

5.1 Rated Power

Dry type AN cooled transformers, can be overloaded according to IEC 60905

5.3 Core Assembly

Highest voltage for Rated short duration Rated lightning impulse

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The Fire, Environmental, and Climatic classes should be as stated below:

 Environmental Class: It shall be E2 in order to be able to withstand

 Climatic Class: C1/C2

 Fire Class: It shall be F1.

5.4.1 Medium Voltage Windings

MV windings shall be vacuum cast with copper as conductor material

Winding design shall be adequate to allow for full encapsulation with

The surface of the encapsulated winding shall be smooth and

5.4.1.1 Medium Voltage Connections

The MV cable terminals will be made in copper material, located

Each terminal will be drilled with a 13 mm hole ready for connection

The MV delta connection will be made through copper bars

5.4.2 Low Voltage Windings

The LV windings will be of copper wound together with an insulating