Leakage Current and Monitoring of GIS Lightning Arresters

In an earlier blog, we discussed the techniques and methodologies for health assessment of lightning/surge arresters.  We also shared our knowledge on the various methods of measuring resistive leakage current or power loss. In the following blog, we answered the 10 most frequently asked questions on the various aspects of testing and measuring lightning/surge arresters. …

Hi-Pot Testing : What, Why and How

The electrical grid network is oftentimes classified as critical infrastructure. For electrical utilities, any disruption which leads to major downtime is a major source of revenue loss. Furthermore, policymakers today expect network operators to deliver 24/7 electricity to the retail consumers. As a result, it is important that electrical equipment have the highest standards of …

FAQs on Testing and Measuring Lightning/Surge Arresters

In our previous post, we deep-dived into the various techniques and methodologies that are widely adopted for assessing the healthiness of Lightning/Surge Arresters. In this post, we will answer the 10 frequently asked questions (FAQs) on the various aspects of testing and measuring Lightning/Surge Arresters. Let’s begin! FAQs: 1. What are Third Harmonics? A. In …

Techniques & Methodologies For Health Assessment Of Lightning / Surge Arresters

Lightning / Surge Arresters are specialised devices that protect electrical installations and equipment from unpredictable electrical surges caused by internal events like electrical faults, switching, short circuits, etc. and external events like lightning impulses, lightning strokes, etc. Over the last few decades, Lightning / Surge Arresters have evolved from using Silicon Carbide to Zinc Oxide …