Application and Installation Guide - Generator Paralleling Switchgear
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APPLICATION AND INSTALLATION GUIDE
Generator Paralleling Switchgear
1. Introduction
- Overview of generator paralleling switchgear (GPS).
- Purpose of the guide.
- Benefits of paralleling generators: redundancy, load sharing, fuel efficiency.
2. Understanding Generator Paralleling Switchgear
- Definition and components:
- Circuit breakers
- Control panels
- Synchronizers
- Protective relays
- Key features:
- Load sharing and balancing
- Automatic and manual control modes
- Power quality management
3. Application Guidelines
3.1 Site Assessment
- Evaluate power requirements.
- Determine generator capacity and load types.
- Consider environmental and space constraints.
3.2 System Design
- Single-line diagrams.
- Number of generators and capacity.
- Control system configuration (centralized vs. distributed).
3.3 Compliance
- National and local electrical codes.
- Standards (e.g., NFPA, IEC, IEEE).
4. Installation Requirements
4.1 Pre-Installation Planning
- Tools and materials checklist.
- Site preparation:
- Ventilation and cooling.
- Cable routing and grounding.
4.2 Electrical Connections
- Connecting generators to the switchgear.
- Synchronization circuits and settings.
- Protection and grounding.
4.3 Mechanical Installation
- Mounting switchgear and generators.
- Vibration isolation and alignment.
- Enclosure and environmental protection.
5. Testing and Commissioning
5.1 Pre-Startup Checklist
- Inspection of wiring and connections.
- Calibration of protective devices.
5.2 Initial Testing
- Dry run tests.
- Synchronization checks.
5.3 Load Testing
- Simulated load conditions.
- Performance validation.
6. Maintenance and Troubleshooting
6.1 Regular Maintenance
- Cleaning and visual inspection.
- Testing control systems and breakers.
6.2 Troubleshooting Common Issues
- Synchronization failures.
- Protective relay trips.
- Load-sharing imbalances.
7. Safety Considerations
- Lockout/tagout procedures.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.
- Emergency shutdown protocols.
8. Appendices
- Glossary of terms.
- Sample system configurations.
- Manufacturer contact information and warranty details.
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Foreword
This section of the Application and Installation Guide generally describes
wide-ranging requirements and options for Switchgear with a focus on
Generator Paralleling Switchgear. Additional engine and generator systems,
components, and dynamics are covered in other sections of this Guide.
Systems and components described in this guide may not be available or
applicable for all Switchgear. While much of the content of this guide is
applicable to all switchgear the primary focus of this guide is on the North
American generator paralleling switchgear market.
Contents
1 SWITCHGEAR.....................................................................9
1.1 Codes, Standards, and Terms ........................................9
1.1.1 IEEE1547..............................................................9
2 VOLTAGE CLASSIFICATIONS.............................................10
3 SWITCHGEAR TYPES ........................................................10
3.1 Metal-Enclosed...........................................................10
3.2 Metal-Clad .................................................................11
3.3 Arc Resistant .............................................................12
3.4 Enclosure Ratings .......................................................12
3.4.1 Non-Hazardous Locations .....................................12
3.4.2 Hazardous Locations............................................16
3.4.3 NEMA Enclosure Type Numbers vs.
IEC Enclosure Classification Designations........................17
4 POWER ASSEMBLY...........................................................18
4.1 Switchgear vs. Switchboard ........................................18
4.2 Switchgear Standards.................................................19
4.3 Switchgear Dimensions...............................................20
4.3.1 Metal-Enclosed....................................................20
This section of the Application and Installation Guide generally describes
wide-ranging requirements and options for Switchgear with a focus on
Generator Paralleling Switchgear. Additional engine and generator systems,
components, and dynamics are covered in other sections of this Guide.
Systems and components described in this guide may not be available or
applicable for all Switchgear. While much of the content of this guide is
applicable to all switchgear the primary focus of this guide is on the North
American generator paralleling switchgear market.
Contents
1 SWITCHGEAR.....................................................................9
1.1 Codes, Standards, and Terms ........................................9
1.1.1 IEEE1547..............................................................9
2 VOLTAGE CLASSIFICATIONS.............................................10
3 SWITCHGEAR TYPES ........................................................10
3.1 Metal-Enclosed...........................................................10
3.2 Metal-Clad .................................................................11
3.3 Arc Resistant .............................................................12
3.4 Enclosure Ratings .......................................................12
3.4.1 Non-Hazardous Locations .....................................12
3.4.2 Hazardous Locations............................................16
3.4.3 NEMA Enclosure Type Numbers vs.
IEC Enclosure Classification Designations........................17
4 POWER ASSEMBLY...........................................................18
4.1 Switchgear vs. Switchboard ........................................18
4.2 Switchgear Standards.................................................19
4.3 Switchgear Dimensions...............................................20
4.3.1 Metal-Enclosed....................................................20
3.2 Metal-Clad ..........................................................21
4.4 Switchgear Layout......................................................21
4.5 Busbar.......................................................................21
4.5.1 Skin Effect..........................................................22
4.5.2 Metal Selection ...................................................22
4.6 Wiring .......................................................................23
4.7 Transformers .............................................................23
4.7.1 Current Transformers ...........................................23
4.7.2 Voltage/Potential Transformers .............................24
4.7.3 Control Power Transformers .................................25
5 CIRCUIT BREAKERS ..........................................................25
5.1 80% vs. 100% Rating ................................................28
5.1.1 NEC Requirements...............................................28
5.2 Types of Circuit Breakers ............................................28
5.2.1 Low Voltage Circuit Breakers ................................28
5.2.1.1 Low Voltage Molded Case .............................29
5.2.1.2 Low Voltage Insulated Case...........................30
5.2.2 Low Voltage Power Breakers ................................30
5.2.3 Medium Voltage Circuit Breakers...........................31
5.2.3.1 Vacuum Circuit Breakers ...............................31
5.2.3.2 SF6 Circuit Breakers ......................................32
5.3 Trip Units ..................................................................33
5.3.1 Solid State Circuitry.............................................34
5.3.2 Long Delay (L).....................................................34
5.3.3 Short Delay (S)....................................................34
5.3.4 Ground Fault (G)..................................................34
5.3.5 Anti-Pump ..........................................................35
4.4 Switchgear Layout......................................................21
4.5 Busbar.......................................................................21
4.5.1 Skin Effect..........................................................22
4.5.2 Metal Selection ...................................................22
4.6 Wiring .......................................................................23
4.7 Transformers .............................................................23
4.7.1 Current Transformers ...........................................23
4.7.2 Voltage/Potential Transformers .............................24
4.7.3 Control Power Transformers .................................25
5 CIRCUIT BREAKERS ..........................................................25
5.1 80% vs. 100% Rating ................................................28
5.1.1 NEC Requirements...............................................28
5.2 Types of Circuit Breakers ............................................28
5.2.1 Low Voltage Circuit Breakers ................................28
5.2.1.1 Low Voltage Molded Case .............................29
5.2.1.2 Low Voltage Insulated Case...........................30
5.2.2 Low Voltage Power Breakers ................................30
5.2.3 Medium Voltage Circuit Breakers...........................31
5.2.3.1 Vacuum Circuit Breakers ...............................31
5.2.3.2 SF6 Circuit Breakers ......................................32
5.3 Trip Units ..................................................................33
5.3.1 Solid State Circuitry.............................................34
5.3.2 Long Delay (L).....................................................34
5.3.3 Short Delay (S)....................................................34
5.3.4 Ground Fault (G)..................................................34
5.3.5 Anti-Pump ..........................................................35
5.4 Components ..............................................................35
5.4.1 Shunt Trip ..........................................................35
5.4.2 Under-Voltage Device ..........................................36
5.4.3 Auxiliary Contacts ...............................................36
5.4.4 Motor Operator ...................................................36
5.4.5 Medium Voltage Circuit Breaker Components .........36
5.5 Sizing Circuit Breakers ................................................37
5.6 Overload Protection ....................................................38
5.7 Short Circuit Protection...............................................39
5.8 Control Power............................................................40
5.8.1 Batteries.............................................................40
5.8.2 Battery Chargers .................................................40
6 CONTROLS.......................................................................40
6.1 Components ..............................................................40
6.1.1 Control Relay ......................................................40
6.1.2 Programmable Logic Controller..............................41
6.1.3 Transducer..........................................................41
6.1.4 Operator Interface ...............................................41
6.2 Communications.........................................................41
6.2.1 Modbus ..............................................................41
6.2.2 Ethernet .............................................................42
6.2.3 Remote Monitoring and Control.............................42
6.2.3.1 Building Management/Automation System.......42
6.2.3.2 SCADA........................................................42
6.2.4 Human Machine Interface.....................................42
6.2.5 Reporting and Trending ........................................43
6.3 Master Controls..........................................................43
5.4.1 Shunt Trip ..........................................................35
5.4.2 Under-Voltage Device ..........................................36
5.4.3 Auxiliary Contacts ...............................................36
5.4.4 Motor Operator ...................................................36
5.4.5 Medium Voltage Circuit Breaker Components .........36
5.5 Sizing Circuit Breakers ................................................37
5.6 Overload Protection ....................................................38
5.7 Short Circuit Protection...............................................39
5.8 Control Power............................................................40
5.8.1 Batteries.............................................................40
5.8.2 Battery Chargers .................................................40
6 CONTROLS.......................................................................40
6.1 Components ..............................................................40
6.1.1 Control Relay ......................................................40
6.1.2 Programmable Logic Controller..............................41
6.1.3 Transducer..........................................................41
6.1.4 Operator Interface ...............................................41
6.2 Communications.........................................................41
6.2.1 Modbus ..............................................................41
6.2.2 Ethernet .............................................................42
6.2.3 Remote Monitoring and Control.............................42
6.2.3.1 Building Management/Automation System.......42
6.2.3.2 SCADA........................................................42
6.2.4 Human Machine Interface.....................................42
6.2.5 Reporting and Trending ........................................43
6.3 Master Controls..........................................................43
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