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Wednesday, January 15, 2025

Why not 400KV to 11KV Step Down Transformer Directly Used in a Transmission System?

 

Electrical Power Transmission and Distribution Network System
Fig- Typical Electricity Network System


The electricity network system mainly works under three major sects- Power Generation, Power Transmission, and Power Distribution.

Why can't we step down 400KV direct to 11KV in a transmission system?

To find the answer to why we cannot use the high-voltage or extra-high voltage step down directly to the distribution level voltage, let us know the transmission and distribution voltage level from the generation station to the user connection point.


Electricity Generation Voltage

Monday, January 13, 2025

Port Plug Types and Uses

A port plug, also known simply as a plug, is a connector that allows a device to connect to another device or a network. It fits into a port, which is a receptacle on the device, to facilitate various functions such as power supply, data transfer, or multimedia connection.

Types of Port Plug

Thursday, January 9, 2025

Underground Cable Raceway Ampacity and Thermal Analysis


It sounds like you're interested in the technical aspects of underground cable raceways! This topic involves understanding the ampacity (current-carrying capacity) and thermal analysis of cables within raceways.

What Is The Underground Cable Raceway?

An underground cable raceway is an enclosed conduit system that provides a pathway for electrical cables. It protects cables from environmental factors such as moisture, heat, and physical damage. Here are some key points about underground cable raceways:

Monday, January 6, 2025

Electrical Load Flow Analysis in Power Network System


Load flow (or power flow) in a power network system is an analysis that calculates how electrical power is distributed and flows through an electrical power system from the generation sources to the loads (or consumers). The main objectives are to determine the voltage levels at each bus (node), and the power flowing through each transmission line, and to ensure the system is operating within its limits and constraints.

How to Do Categorise Different Types of Grid and Substations?

Different Types of Electrical Grids and Substations Categorising Methodology.

Grids and substations are integral components of an electrical power distribution system. The types of grids and substations can vary based on factors such as voltage levels, geographic location, and specific requirements. Here are some common types:


Transmission Grid: The transmission grid is responsible for the long-distance transfer of electricity from power plants to distribution substations. It operates at high voltages, typically ranging from 69 kV (kilovolts) to 765 kV or higher, depending on the regional standards.


Distribution Grid: The distribution grid receives power from the transmission grid and distributes it to end-users, such as homes, businesses, and industries. It operates at lower voltages, usually below 69 kV. The distribution grid is further divided into subtypes based on voltage levels:

Sunday, January 5, 2025

Electrical Power Cable Short Circuit Current Capacity

How Calculate Cable Short Circuit Current from Short Circuit Current from Table?

You may find the short circuit current for a particular type of cable for a specified period of time from your cable manufacturer’s provided catalogue. For example the below table is showing different sizes from 16 square mili-meter to 2500 square mili-meter of cable in first left column and time duration from 0.1 second to 5 second in next 10 columns.

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