Electrical Transformer Analysis & Diagnostics
Electrical Transformer Analysis & Diagnostics
Increase the life of your transformers.
What you get:
- Oil sample container and case, quantity as ordered
- Return shipping bag where available
- Analysis of oil sample as per analysis description, per sample container
- Digital oil condition report per sample
- Trend of oil condition, if asset previously analysed
- Regular scans are the industry standard
- Two levels of analysis available
- Additional tests such as Furans can be performed by contacting the laboratory
- Sample kit provided containing Bottle and Syringe
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Transformer oil testing gives you a clear picture of the condition of your transformer and insulating fluid. Early detection of changes in chemical characteristics or contamination within the insulating fluid provides early warning of potential problems, preventing unwanted downtime and costly unplanned maintenance.
Regular testing of transformer oils is a long-standing industry practice and is a key element in managing maintenance throughout the life cycle of a transformer.
During normal operation, transformer oils act as a liquid insulator and allow the transformer to cool. Excessive electrical stresses or the presence of foreign bodies may reduce the life of certain components, which can lead to failures, explosions or fires.
Regular analysis and monitoring provide a better understanding of the condition of the transformer and the oil it contains.2 levels of analysis are offered to you:
- Basic for monitoring (Water content, Viscosity, Acidity, Breakdown Voltage, IFT and Dielectric strength)
- Basic + Dissolved Gas to also obtain information on gas concentrations.
How to use this kit?
Once the order is placed, you will receive sampling kit with bottle and syringe. Ensure you have a sampling pump (sold separately), and correct fittings to connect to transformer. Sampling must be done in a very clean environment ensuring the sample is not contaminated with any dirt or exposed to any environmental moisture. Detailed sampling description is available on request and should be performed by trained personnel only.
Please record as many transformer details as possible on the slip provided and ensure the serial number is included.
After analysis, the report will be sent to you by email and will be available on a customised application.
Analyses
Dissolved Gas Analysis (DGA)
Under thermal or electrical stress, transformer oils can decompose and create gases. The combination of these gases and their respective concentrations can provide indications of the type of fault that has occurred. Typical faults that can be identified include: arcing, partial discharge and thermal anomalies.
Basic transformer Testing
Water
Acidity
Breakdown Voltage
IFT
How it works
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Once your order is registered, an analysis kit will be sent to you. You will be notified by email when your package is shipped.
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Collect your sample using the Kit. Return your sample to the laboratory at the address on the envelope.
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Once we receive your sample, our scientists will analyze and diagnose your sample.
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The results will be sent to you by email and will be available on the application.
