Tanesco Tanzania - Specification S23A Metal Clad Type Load Break Switches (2003)

TANZANIA ELECTRIC SUPPLY COMPANY LIMITED
SPECIFICATION S23A
METAL CLAD TYPE

LOAD BREAK SWITCHES
MAY 2003.
TANZANIA ELECTRIC SUPPLY COMPANY LIMITED

Samora Avenue, P.O. Box 9024, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
Telephone: +255-22-2111041/4 or 2114045/6
Facsimile: +255-22-2113836 or 2110844 or 2114981or 2110825
Specification S23A - Load Break Switches
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PART 1: GENERAL
1.
SCOPE .............................................................................................S23A-1
2.
STANDARDS .................................................................................S23A-1
3.
SERVICE
CONDITIONS...............................................................S23A-3
4.
SYSTEM
CONDITIONS................................................................S23A-4
5.
INSPECTION, TESTING AND QUALITY ASSURANCE........S23A-5
5.1
5.2
5.3
Inspection .........................................................................................S23A-5
Testing ..............................................................................................S23A-5
Quality Assurance............................................................................S23A-6
6.
SPARE PARTS................................................................................S23A-7
7.
PACKING AND SHIPPING ..........................................................S23A-7
7.1
7.2
7.3
Packing .............................................................................................S23A-7
Shipping ...........................................................................................S23A-8
Hazardous Substances .....................................................................S23A-9
8.
Submittals.........................................................................................S23A-9
8.1
8.2
Submittals required with the Bid.....................................................S23A-9

Submittals required after Contract Award ....................................S23A-10
PART 2: TECHNICAL
9.
GENERAL .....................................................................................S23A-12
10.
INSULATION LEVELS...............................................................S23A-13
11.
CURRENT RATING ....................................................................S23A-13
12.
TEMPERATURE RATING .........................................................S23A-13
13.
BUSHINGS....................................................................................S23A-14
14.
RADIO INFLUENCE VOLTAGE...............................................S23A-14
15.
CLEARANCES .............................................................................S23A-15
16.
INTERRUPTING MEDIUM........................................................S23A-15
17.
MAIN ASSEMBLY ......................................................................S23A-15
18.
OPERATING MECHANISM ......................................................S23A-16
19.
OPERATION SPEED ...................................................................S23A-16
20.
TERMINALS AND CONNECTIONS ........................................S23A-16
21.
EARTHING TERMINALS ..........................................................S23A-17
22.
SURFACE TREATMENT............................................................S23A-17
23.
GUARANTEE ...............................................................................S23A-19
24.
TESTS ............................................................................................S23A-20
24.1
24.2
24.3
24.4
Routine Tests..................................................................................S23A-20
Type Tests ......................................................................................S23A-20
Corrosion Tests ..............................................................................S23A-20
Galvanising Tests...........................................................................S23A-21
25.
SCHEDULES ................................................................................S23A-23
25.1
25.2
25.3
Technical Data Schedule ...............................................................S23A-23

Non Compliance Schedule ............................................................S23A-26
Test Certificates Schedule .............................................................S23A-27
PART 3: INSTALLATION
26.
INSTALLATION ..........................................................................S23A-28
TABLES
Table 1: Minimum Galvanising Requirements ..........................S23A-18
PART 1: GENERAL
1.
SCOPE
This specification covers the design, manufacture, testing, supply,
delivery and performance requirements of Metal Clad Type, Totally
enclosed, Load Break Switches for use in the networks of the Tanzania
Electric Supply Company Limited (TANESCO).
Any departure from the provisions of this specification shall be disclosed
at the time of tendering in the Non compliance schedule, in part 2 of this
document.
2.
STANDARDS
The equipment shall comply with the latest editions of, and amendments
to, the international standards listed below. Where any provision of this
specification differs from those of the standards listed below, the
provisions of this specification shall apply:
BSI British Standards Institution:
o
BSI 729: Specification for hot dip galvanized coatings on iron and
steel articles.
European Union Commission:

o
SI 426: European Communities (dangerous substances)

(classification, packaging, labelling and notification) regulation,
1992
IEC International Electrotechnical Commission:

o
IEC 60: High-voltage test techniques.
IEC 60-2: High-voltage test techniques. Part 2: Measuring

systems.
IEC 129: Alternating

earthing switches.
current disconnectors
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(isolators)
and
IEC 383-1: Insulators for overhead lines with a nominal voltage

above 1 000 V. Part 1: Ceramic or glass insulator units for a.c.
systems - Definitions, test methods and acceptance criteria.
IEC 437: Radio interference test on high-voltage insulators.
IEC 507: Artificial pollution tests on high-voltage insulators to be

used on a.c. systems.
IEC 694: Common clauses for high-voltage switchgear and

controlgear standards.
IEC 1109: Composite insulators for a.c. overhead lines with a

nominal voltage greater than 1 000 V - Definitions, test methods
and acceptance criteria.
ISO International Organization for Standardization:

o
ISO 752: Zinc ingots.
ISO 1460: Metallic coatings - Hot dip galvanised coatings on

ferrous materials. Gravimetric determination of the mass per unit
area.
ISO 2178: Non magnetic coatings on magnetic substrates Measurement of coating thickness - Magnetic method.
ISO 9000: Quality management and quality assurance standards Guidelines for selection and use.
The bidder may propose alternative standards, provided it is

demonstrated that they give a degree of quality and performance
equivalent to that of the referenced standards. Acceptability of any
alternative standard is at the discretion of TANESCO.
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3.
SERVICE CONDITIONS
The service conditions shall be as follows:
o
altitude (above sea level)
1,600m
maximum outdoor temperature
40C
minimum outdoor temperature
10C
maximum monthly mean temperature
35C
annual mean temperature
22C
maximum relative humidity
isokeraunic level
tropical
maximum wind velocity
58km/h
prevailing wind direction
SE and NW
type of atmosphere
60% to 96%
coastal
Environmentally, the region where the work will take place is a coastal
area, subject to an overall medium relative humidity, which can give rise
to condensation. Onshore winds are frequently salt laden. On occasions,
the combination of salt and condensation may create pollution conditions
for outdoor insulators.
Therefore, outdoor material and equipment shall be designed and
protected for use in exposed, polluted, salty, corrosive and humid coastal
atmosphere.
Indoor material and equipment shall be designed and protected for use in
buildings, which occasionally may be wet and damp.
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4.
SYSTEM CONDITIONS
The equipment shall be suitable for installation in supply systems of the
following characteristics:
o
frequency
50Hz
nominal system voltages
maximum system voltages: 33kV

11kV
maximum LV voltage
440/253V
minimum LV voltage
374/215V
nominal short circuit levels: 33kV

11kV
insulation levels:
33kV
11kV
400/230V
36kV
12kV
1.2/50s impulse
(positive and negative polarity):33kV
11kV
power frequency
(one minute withstand, wet): 33kV
11kV
LV
o
neutral earthing arrangements:

33kV
11kV
LV
creepage distance
16.5kA
25kA
170kV
75kV
70kV
28kV
3kV
effectively earthed
effectively earthed
effectively earthed
30mm/kV
(of maximum system voltage)
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5.
INSPECTION, TESTING AND QUALITY ASSURANCE
5.1
Inspection
The manufacturer/supplier shall submit a detailed programme covering
the design, manufacture and testing of the equipment within one month
of receipt of the contract award.
Reports shall subsequently be submitted at intervals, outlining progress
and, if necessary, explaining deviations from the programme.
The TANESCO representatives shall have free entry at all times, while
work on the contract is being performed, to all parts of the
manufacturer's works which concern the processing of the equipment
ordered. The manufacturer shall afford the TANESCO representatives,
without charge, all reasonable facilities to satisfy themselves that the
equipment being furnished is in accordance with this specification.
5.2
Testing
The equipment shall successfully pass all the type tests and routine tests
referred to in part 2 and those listed in the most recent edition of the
standards given in clause 2 of this specification.
The TANESCO representatives reserves the right to reject an item of
equipment if the test results do not comply with the values specified or
with the data given in the technical data schedule.
Type tests shall be carried out at an independent testing laboratory or
be witnessed by a representative of such laboratory or some other
representative acceptable to TANESCO. Routine tests shall be carried
out at the manufacturer's works.
Type tests may be dispensed with at the TANESCO's discretion if the
manufacturer/supplier furnishes evidence to TANESCO's satisfaction
that the relevant tests have already been performed on identical
equipment. In this case test certificates shall be submitted with the bid
for evaluation.
TANESCO shall have the tests witnessed by a representative. In order to
facilitate this, the manufacturer/supplier shall give TANESCO a
minimum of four weeks notice that the material is ready for testing.
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If TANESCO does not indicate her intention to participate in the testing,

the manufacturer shall carry out the tests and the supplier shall furnish
the results thereof to TANESCO.
Full details of the proposed methods of testing, including connection
diagrams, shall be submitted to TANESCO by the manufacturer/supplier
for approval, at least one month before testing.
All costs in connection with the testing shall be borne by the
manufacturer/supplier who shall provide the TANESCO representatives
with all the test facilities, which the latter may require, free of charge.
The TANESCO representatives shall have the right to select the samples
if he or she so desires and shall also have the right to satisfy themselves
that the testing apparatus is correct.
The manufacturer/supplier shall submit to TANESCO five signed copies
of the test certificates, giving the results of the tests as required. No
materials shall be dispatched until the test certificates have been received
by the TANESCO and the manufacturer/supplier has been informed that
they are acceptable.
The test certificates must show the actual values obtained from the tests,
in the units used in this specification, and not merely confirm that the
requirements have been met.
TANESCO shall have the equipment inspected after reception and the
TANESCO representatives shall have the right to select the samples if
desired. The supplier shall co-operate with this inspection and shall
provide the TANESCO representatives, free of charge, all the facilities,
which the latter may require.
In the case of components for which specific type tests or routine tests
are not called for in part 2 or in the quoted standards in clause 2 of this
specification, the manufacturer shall include a list of all tests he or she
proposes to carry out.
5.3
Quality Assurance
The manufacturer/supplier shall provide current certification showing
the manufacturer's compliance with ISO 9000 or equivalent national
standard.
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6.
SPARE PARTS
The bid shall include, a comprehensive list of all consumable and nonconsumable spare parts and accessories, if any necessary for five years
of normal operation as specified by the manufacturer.
In addition, the bid shall include, in price schedule of these Bidding
documents, a price list of recommended non-consumable spare parts for
all major items of equipment.
The bidder shall give an assurance that spare parts will continue to be
available through the life of the equipment.
The spare parts shall be clearly identified and related to the specific
equipment item. Spare parts shall be delivered suitably packed and
treated for long periods in storage. Each pack shall be clearly and
indelibly marked with its contents, including a designation number
corresponding to the spare parts list in the operation and maintenance
instructions.
All spare parts shall be stored in the TANESCO central store at kurasini.
7.
PACKING AND SHIPPING
7.1
Packing
All equipment, including accessories, shall be packed and securely
clamped against movement in robust, wooden, non returnable packing
cases to ensure safe transit from the manufacturer's works to the work
sites.
The packing shall provide suitable protection against all climatic
conditions prevailing during transport and on site.
Equipment or material liable to deterioration by sea water, moisture, or
ingress of foreign matter shall be totally sealed in strong polythene bags.
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All accessories shall be carefully packed so that they are fully protected
during transport and handling operations and in storage.
Internal surfaces of loose accessories shall be sealed off by means of
gaskets and blanking off plates. Equipment and surfaces liable to
deterioration due to condensation shall be protected by packs of silica
gel or other approved desiccant.
Each packing case shall be indelibly marked, in two adjacent sides and
on the top, with the following:
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
individual serial number;

client's name, that is: Tanzania Electric Supply Company Ltd.;
contract number;
name and address of manufacturer's agent in Tanzania;
manufacturer's name;
description of contents;
country of origin;
case measurements;
gross and net weights in kilogrammes; and
all necessary slinging and stacking instructions.
Each case shall contain a fully detailed packing list in a sealed

waterproof envelope.
Five copies of each packing list shall be sent to TANESCO prior to
dispatching the equipment.
7.2
Shipping
The manufacturer/supplier shall be responsible for the shipping of all
plant and equipment supplied from abroad to the ports of entry and for
the transport of all goods to the Tanesco Central Stores and for all the
costs and expenses resulting from it, including customs clearance,
offloading, warehousing and insurance.
All transport accessories, such as riding lugs, jacking pads, blanking off
plates, etc. shall become the property of TANESCO.
All items of equipment shall be securely clamped against movement to
ensure safe transit from the manufacturer's facilities to the work sites.
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All accessories shall be carefully packed so that they are fully protected
during transport and handling operations and while in storage.
The manufacturer/supplier shall advise, if requested, the storage

required for any plant and equipment that may be delivered to the
TANESCO's stores. The manufacturer/supplier shall be required to
accept responsibility for the advice given, in so far as these arrangements
may have a bearing on the behaviour of the equipment in subsequent
service.
7.3
Hazardous Substances
The manufacturer/supplier shall submit safety data sheets for all
substances used with the equipment. These substances shall be classified
in accordance with the European Union SI 426: European Communities
(dangerous substances) (classification, packaging, labelling and
notification) regulation, 1992, or any subsequent amendment.
The manufacturer/supplier shall give an assurance that there are no other
substances classified as hazardous in the equipment supplied. The
manufacturer/supplier shall accept responsibility for the disposal of such
hazardous substances, should any be found.
The manufacturer/supplier shall also be responsible for any injury
resulting from hazardous substances.
8.
SUBMITTALS
In addition to the documentation set out in General tender requirements,
some technical documentation is required as set out in clauses 8.1 and
8.2 below
8.1
Submittals required with the Bid

The following shall be required:
o
completed technical data schedule;
descriptive literature giving full technical details of equipment

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offered including ORIGINAL brochure;
8.2
outline dimension drawing for each major component and general

arrangement drawing showing component layout;
general drawing showing the mounting arrangements in a single

pole and a double pole support;
size and characteristics of the initial and follow through pulling

force on the load break switch rope and on the minimum speed or
the minimum time of operation required for the complete opening
of the contacts in order to interrupt the current, at any time during
the life of the switch;
Confirmation that the current carrying contacts shall meet the

temperature rise requirements after approximately 20 years and
that other metal parts shall retain their mechanical strength;
safety data sheets for all substances used with the equipment;
type test certificates, where available, and sample routine test

reports;
detailed reference list of customers already using equipment

offered with particular emphasis on units of similar design and
rating; The list shall include the full name, address, phone and fax
number of the purchasers, quantities supplied and delivery time;
details of manufacturer's quality assurance standards and

programme and national or international quality assurance
certificate; and
deviations from this specification. Only deviations approved in

writing before award of contract shall be accepted.
Submittals required by TANESCO after Contract Award

The following shall be required:
o
programme for production and testing;
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a training video or compact disk illustrating installation, operation

and maintenance, if any, of the plant item; and
five bound folders with records of the technical particulars

relating to the equipment. Each folder shall contain the following
information:
*
general description of the equipment and all components,

including brochures;
technical data schedule, with approved revisions;
detailed dimension drawing for all components and general

arrangement drawing showing detailed component layout;
detailed drawing of the mounting arrangements in a single

and a double pole support;
statement drawing attention to all exposed points in the

equipment at which aluminium or aluminium alloy parts are
in contact with or in close proximity to other metals and
stating clearly what protection is employed at each point to
exclude air and moisture;
inspection and test reports carried out in the manufacturer's

works;
detailed installation and commissioning instructions;
guarantee of the equipment in writing; and
operation and maintenance instructions, as well as trouble

shooting charts.
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PART 2: TECHNICAL
9.
GENERAL
This specification covers the design, manufacture, testing, supply,
delivery and performance requirements of 33kV and 11kV pole
mounted, triple pole, Metal Clad type, Totally enclosed, Load Break
Switches (LBS) for use in the lines of 33kV and 11kV of TANESCO. In
general, the load break switches will be installed in trunk lines at suitable
intervals.
The load break switches described in this specification are intended to
correspond to typical outdoor, pole mounted, manual operated by
polyethylene rope, easily installed, maintenance free, compact, light
weight, air interrupting media, metal clad type, totally enclosed load
break devices, similar to those already used in TANESCO's networks in
order to take advantage of the familiarity of TANESCO's staff with this
kind of equipment.
However, the bidder is free to propose alternative equipment provided
there is no reduction in the operating characteristics required and would
be of additional advantage to TANESCO at no extra cost. However
acceptability of any alternative is at the discretion of TANESCO. The
bidder shall describe fully the unit offered, including the type of
interrupting manner in which circuit making and breaking is
accomplished, the energy required to operate the switch, and the
operating duty of the load break switch, covering the switch capability
and the maintenance requirements, if any.
A small number of load break isolators may be installed in locations at
an altitude between 1,000m and 1,600m. The bidder shall take this into
account when considering the basic impulse level and the rated
maximum voltage required. A de-rating of the continuous current rating
of the load break isolators due to altitude will be acceptable but the derating factor shall be given in the technical data schedule.
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10.
INSULATION LEVEL
The insulation level of the 33kV Load Break Switches shall be:
o
1.2/50s impulse wave: 170kV; and
50Hz, one minute, withstand voltage level (wet and dry): 70kV.
The insulation level of the 11kV Load Break Switches shall be:
11.
1.2/50s impulse wave: 75kV; and
50Hz, one minute, withstand voltage level (wet and dry): 28kV.
CURRENT RATING
The current ratings of the 33kV Load Break Switches shall be:
o
continuous current rating: 630A
The bid shall indicate the switches' capability to close on a fault.
The current ratings of the 11kV Load Break Switches shall be:
o
continuous current rating: 630A or above; and
The bid shall indicate the switches' capability to close on a fault.
12.
TEMPERATURE RATING
The complete assemblies shall be rated 105C for normal circuit
conditions as per IEC 129.
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13.
BUSHINGS
The bushings shall be of the solid glazed porcelain insulator type and
shall be bird proof. They shall meet the electrical and mechanical
characteristics required in IEC 383. Insulators shall be appropriate for
the switch's rated voltage of 33kV or 11kV, as the case may be. The
bushings shall be protected from mechanical damages while lifting up
the unit by providing holding grips around the bushings.
The bidder may offer bushing insulators manufactured from insulating
materials other than porcelain such as silicone materials, complying
with IEC 1109 but, in that case, full particulars of such materials shall be
given, including long term weathering and tensile tests, and evidence of
experience under practical conditions.
The bushing insulators for the 33kV load break switches shall
withstand for one minute, dry and wet 50Hz test voltages of not less
than:
o
o
70kV to earth and between poles; and

80kV across the isolating distances, in accordance with IEC 60-2.
The bushing insulators for the 11kV load break switches shall
withstand for one minute, dry and wet 50Hz test voltages of not less
than:
o
o
28kV to earth and between poles; and

32kV across the isolating distances, in accordance with IEC 60-2.
The bidder shall also give the following information in the technical data
schedule:
o
o
o
14.
the minimum dry flashover voltage value;

the minimum wet flashover voltage value; and
the 50Hz puncture voltage of bushing insulators.
RADIO INFLUENCE VOLTAGE

The maximum radio influence voltage for both 33kV and 11kV load
break switches shall be 250V, measured in accordance with IEC 437.
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15.
CLEARANCES
The bidder shall give the following information in the technical data
schedule for both, 33kV and 11kV load break switches:
o
o
16.
minimum phase to phase clearance; and

minimum phase to earth clearance.
INTERRUPTING MEDIUM
The interrupting medium shall be air although the load break switch is
totally enclosed. This shall be achieved by use of arc chute also known
as elephant ears to quench the arc; similar to the load break switches
current in use on TANESCO distribution network
17.
MAIN ASSEMBLY
The enclosure shall be of high weather-proof, 316 marine grade
stainless steel. The enclosure shall be painted grey, colour RAL 7035 to
a minimum thickness of 30 m. The RAL colour code system is that of
the DNA (German Standards Board, Frankfurt, Germany).
The required load break switches shall be manually operated by
polyethylene rope. The ropes and the grips shall have different colour for
ON and OFF preferably red for ON and green for OFF. The
mounting brackets shall be provided at the top of the switch and shall be
applicable to accommodate 60mm x 60mm to 100mm x 100mm
crossarms.
Lifting hooks shall also be provided at the top of the switch. These shall
be provided on all Load Break Switches and be so disposed as to allow
the entire switch to be lifted without damage, particularly to bushings
The Load Break Switches shall be of the outdoor, triple pole,
preferably hinged blade type, arc chute also known as elephant ears to
quench the arc and front connected. PVC covered flexes shall connect
the moving blades to the rear contacts. A mechanism for the
simultaneous isolation of all three phases shall be provided
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The fixed contact at which the circuit is broken should have a split head
contact, shaped to take the switch's blade parallel to the direction of
motion. The contact area of current carrying components shall be
made of silver plated, high conductivity copper.
18.
OPERATING MECHANISM
Necessary springs shall be included to assist with operation of the load
break switch. All joints in the operating mechanism shall be capable of
withstanding the vibration arising from wind and from the operation of
the equipment so that no slackening can occur.
Each unit shall be provided with the necessary linkage rope to allow the
load break switch to be operated from ground level after the ropes are
connected to the operating handle mounted on the switch. Indications for
operation state, that is ON or OFF shall be provided. Markings of
ON/OFF indications shall be of painted illumines or reflecting colours
and they shall be readable from the ground level. Colours of preference
are GREEN for OFF and RED for ON positions.
The length of the operating ropes shall be suitable for installation on
12m poles which have a maximum overground height of 10.2m.
19.
OPERATION SPEED
The bidder shall provide information on the size and characteristics of
the initial and follow through pulling force on the load break switch
handle and on the minimum speed or the minimum time of operation
required for the complete opening of the contacts in order to interrupt the
current, at any time during the life of the switch, assuming that the
recommended operating conditions are observed.
20.
TERMINALS AND CONNECTIONS

The lead wires from the bushings on the load break switch units for
connecting to the line conductors shall be insulated annealed copper
conductors 125mm2 of minimum length 2 meters. Also each end of
the lead wires shall be ferrule ready for connecting to the line
conductor.
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21.
EARTHING TERMINALS
Each unit shall be provided with earthing screws and lugs in an
accessible position for earthing the operating handle and the switch
frame. The earthing screw shall have a diameter not less than 6.5mm.
22.
SURFACE TREATMENT
All iron and steel parts shall be protected against corrosion by hot dip
galvanising to the standards of BS 729 or equivalent in so far as they
meet the requirements that follow.
The supplier shall ensure that internal stresses in the material brought
about by such treatments as extensive cold working, bending, welding
etc., are relieved as necessary before submission for hot dipping as these
stresses could lead to embrittlement and/or intercrystalline cracking after
galvanising.
Surface contaminants which cannot be removed by pickling, for
example, oil, fat, tar, paint, welding slag and similar impurities, shall be
removed prior to pickling.
Crevices and pin holes shall be avoided in welds as they trap pickling
acid and lead to premature corrosion of the zinc coating.
Articles shall not be galvanised if their design and shapes are such that
the pickling solution cannot be removed with certainty or if adequate
venting or drainage is not possible to ensure a safe and effective
galvanising dip. If it is necessary to bore drainage or vent holes in
articles, the galvaniser or supplier may do so only after the consent of
TANESCO representative has been obtained.
The zinc of the hot dip galvanising bath shall contain not less than
98.5% by mass of zinc according to ISO 752. No zinc impurities or
additives which could have a deleterious effect on the durability of the
zinc coating shall be acceptable.
The galvanising coating shall be smooth, continuous, uniform and free
from anything that is detrimental to the stated use of the coated article. It
shall be free from acid spots and flux stains and shall not scale or blister,
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or be removable by normal handling or packing.

Shiny, dull grey or spangled surface appearance shall be generally
acceptable. Extensive wet storage stain (white rust) shall be
unacceptable.
The thickness of the galvanising coating shall comply with the minimum
average values given in Table 1 overleaf when tested in accordance with
the requirements of this specification.
The uniformity of the galvanising coating shall be such that the
minimum individual thickness measurement on any test sample shall not
be more than 7m below the minimum average figure specified in Table
1 for that article.
The mass of the galvanising coating per square metre of the surface area
shall comply with the minimum values given in Table 1 overleaf when
tested in accordance with the requirements of this specification.
Item Description
Minimum Zinc Mass

Deposited (g/sq.mm)
Min. Ave. Coating

Thickness (m)*
Steel items, 5mm

thick and over
610
85
Steel items between

2mm and 5mm thick
460
65
Steel items under

2mm thick
335
47
Threaded Steel Items
305
43
Iron Castings
610
85
Table 1: Minimum Galvanising Requirements

* The minimum average thickness figures given in Table 1 can be
defined as the lowest of the individual average values for the
number of samples under test.
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23.
GUARANTEE:
Each Load Break Switches shall be guaranteed in writing, against all
defects arising from faults in design, material and workmanship. The
guarantee period shall not be less than twelve (12) months from
commissioning date or eighteen (18) months from the delivery date. This
period shall be extended to five (5) years to cover all defects attributed to
inadequate corrosion protection.
Should any design fault become apparent to TANESCO after the expire of
the above guarantee periods, the manufacturer in collaboration with his
local agent shall deliver components necessary to correct the faults, together
with any necessary instructions and specialist assistance, FREE OF
CHARGE.
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24.
TESTS
24.1
Routine Tests
Routine tests for load break switches shall be carried out in accordance
with IEC 129. In addition galvanising tests shall be carried out, as
detailed below.
24.2
Type Tests
The following type tests shall be carried out in conformity with IEC 60,
IEC 129, IEC 437 and and IEC 507:
o
dielectric test;
radio interference test;
short time current test;
temperature rise test;
operating and mechanical endurance tests;
operation at the temperature limits in conformity to IEC 129; and
corrosion performance tests;
Where load break or making current tests have been performed on the
model being offered, these test results shall also be supplied with the bid.
24.3
Corrosion Performance Tests

Performance shall be tested after the load break switch has been
subjected to 1,000 hours of salt spray corrosion, in conformity with
IEC 507. An equivalent field experience in coastal sites shall be
acceptable.
The bidder shall confirm that the current carrying contacts shall meet the
temperature rise requirements after approximately 20 years of coastal
exposure and that other metal parts shall retain their mechanical strength.
S23A-20
24.4
Galvanising Tests
The following tests, measurements or inspections shall be carried out on
each of the load break switch:
o
o
o
visual inspection;
thickness of galvanising coat; and
uniformity of galvanising coat.
In the event of disagreement or dispute over the results of the above tests
a coating mass test shall be carried out, as set out below. The result of
this test shall be definite and binding.
The visual inspection shall include the following aspects:
o
smoothness: there shall be no exposed spots, spikes or anything

detrimental to the stated use of the articles or to the personnel
handling them;
stains: there shall be no acid spots, flux or dross stains;
adhesion: there shall be no blisters, peeling or flaking. Normal

handling shall not give rise to deterioration;
wet storage: storage and stacking conditions shall be appropriate.

Excessive white rust will cause the consignment to be rejected;
and
threaded items: oiled nuts with uncoated female threads, cut

oversize to allow for the galvanising coating on the standard bolt
threads, shall have free travel.
Thickness measurements shall be determined by a magnetic instrument

method as set down in ISO 2178.
The instrument used shall have the necessary degree of accuracy, range
of probes and probe adapters to enable reliable readings to be obtained
consistently. Otherwise, the TANESCO representative shall nominate a
suitable instrument for the purpose of obtaining the measurements.
S23A-21
Before taking measurements, the instrument shall be calibrated,

preferably on an ungalvanised sample of the articles under test. The steel
surface used for the calibration shall be cleaned, if possible, by machine
process or abrasive.
Between five and ten measurements shall be taken per sample,
depending on size, shape, etc. The average thickness shall be taken to be
the average of all the readings for that sample. The minimum average
coating thickness shall be defined as the lowest of the individual average
thickness values for the number of samples under test.
The minimum individual value of the readings taken on each sample
shall be used to determine the coating uniformity.
The coating mass shall be determined by a coat stripping procedure as
set down in ISO 1460.
This test, when required, shall normally be carried out on two samples.
The two samples chosen shall be the ones that have given the lowest
readings when tested by the magnetic measurement method.
For shaped items, details of the method of calculating the surface area
shall be agreed between the contractor and the project manager.
A consignment that has been rejected may be regalvanised and again
offered for test, provided that it is according to specification in all other
respects.
S23A-22
25.
SCHEDULES
25.1
Technical Data Schedule

Description
Unit
Type of Load Break Switch

Original catalogue enclosed? Catalogue Number
Manufacturer
Country of origin
International standard it complies with
Type of Mounting
Maximum 50Hz Operating Voltage
kV
Basic Impulse Level (1.2/50us)
kV
50Hz, 1 min., Withstand Voltage Level:

Wet
Dry
kV
kV
Continuous current carrying capacity:
De-rating factor at altitude of 1,600m
Short Time Current Rating:
1s
3s
kA
kA
Active load breaking current
Fault make rated current, if can be closed on fault.
kA
Temperature rise at rated current
Radio influence voltage
uV
Minimum Clearance:
Phase to Phase
Phase to Earth
S23A-23
mm
mm
Bid
Description
Mechanical Endurance
Unit
Times
Type of Bushing Insulators

Creepage distance Material
Type and Grade Minimum wet
flashover voltage
kV
50Hz puncture voltage
kV
Are bushing-insulators bird proofs? (y/n)

Are all assemblies potted into the porcelain? (y/n)
Is shed incorporated into the upper contact assembly?
(y/n)
Method of attachment to frame
Insulator Colour
Material and grade of main contacts
Length of lead wires from the bushings of LBS for
connecting to the line conductor (each)
Are the ends of the lead wires ferrule ready for
connection to the line conductor? (y/n)
Contact weathering protection
Type of main bearings
Type of earth terminal
Diameter of earth terminal
S23A-24
Bid
Description
Unit
Material and form of insulator in operating mechanism

Type of protection of ferrous components
Range of pole height suitability
Dimensions of Load Break Switch:
Heigth
Width
Others
mm
mm
mm
Degree of Protection
Colour of rope & grips for ON position
Colour of rope & grips for OFF position
Material and grade of enclosure
Weight of Switch in Service
Kg
Expected life time of the switch
Years
Guarantee period
Months
NOTE: please, fill one schedule for EACH TYPE of Load Break Switch
S23A-25
Bid
25.2
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.
Clause No.
Non Compliance
S23A-26
25.3
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.
Clause No.
Type Test Certificate or Routine Test Report
S23A-27
PART 3: INSTALLATION
26.
INSTALLATION
General guidelines for installation of the Load Break Switches shall be
given and enclosed in each unit. TANESCO employees shall carry out
the work of installing the Load Break Switches.
However, the successful bidder may arrange for a demonstration on the
operating mechanism of the Load Break Switches in Dar es Salaam,
Tanzania, free of charge.
S23A-28

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Specification S23A - Load Break Switches

INSPECTION, TESTING AND QUALITY ASSURANCE........S23A-5

PACKING AND SHIPPING ..........................................................S23A-7

Submittals required with the Bid.....................................................S23A-9

CURRENT RATING ....................................................................S23A-13

TEMPERATURE RATING .........................................................S23A-13

Specification S23A - Load Break Switches

RADIO INFLUENCE VOLTAGE...............................................S23A-14

MAIN ASSEMBLY ......................................................................S23A-15

OPERATING MECHANISM ......................................................S23A-16

OPERATION SPEED ...................................................................S23A-16

TERMINALS AND CONNECTIONS ........................................S23A-16

EARTHING TERMINALS ..........................................................S23A-17

Technical Data Schedule ...............................................................S23A-23

Specification S23A - Load Break Switches

Table 1: Minimum Galvanising Requirements ..........................S23A-18

Specification S23A - Load Break Switches

European Union Commission:

SI 426: European Communities (dangerous substances)

IEC International Electrotechnical Commission:

IEC 60: High-voltage test techniques.

IEC 60-2: High-voltage test techniques. Part 2: Measuring

IEC 129: Alternating

Specification S23A - Load Break Switches

IEC 383-1: Insulators for overhead lines with a nominal voltage

IEC 437: Radio interference test on high-voltage insulators.

IEC 507: Artificial pollution tests on high-voltage insulators to be

IEC 694: Common clauses for high-voltage switchgear and

IEC 1109: Composite insulators for a.c. overhead lines with a

ISO International Organization for Standardization:

ISO 752: Zinc ingots.

ISO 1460: Metallic coatings - Hot dip galvanised coatings on

The bidder may propose alternative standards, provided it is

Specification S23A - Load Break Switches

altitude (above sea level)

maximum outdoor temperature

minimum outdoor temperature

maximum monthly mean temperature

annual mean temperature

maximum relative humidity

maximum wind velocity

prevailing wind direction

Specification S23A - Load Break Switches

nominal system voltages

maximum system voltages: 33kV

nominal short circuit levels: 33kV

neutral earthing arrangements:

Specification S23A - Load Break Switches

INSPECTION, TESTING AND QUALITY ASSURANCE

Specification S23A - Load Break Switches

If TANESCO does not indicate her intention to participate in the testing,

Specification S23A - Load Break Switches

PACKING AND SHIPPING

Specification S23A - Load Break Switches

individual serial number;

Each case shall contain a fully detailed packing list in a sealed

Specification S23A - Load Break Switches

The manufacturer/supplier shall advise, if requested, the storage

Submittals required with the Bid

completed technical data schedule;

descriptive literature giving full technical details of equipment