Gas-Insulated Current Transformers (40.5–550kV)

Property Specification

Type: High-Voltage Top-Core Gas-Insulated Current Transformer (40.5 kV to 550 kV)

Features: Engineered around an adaptable top-core configuration with gas insulation, this high-voltage transformer supports nominal operating currents up to 4000 A across standard voltage classes from 40.5 kV to 550 kV. Both primary and secondary windings are housed within the top enclosure. Key design highlights include a shortened primary path to minimize thermal losses at elevated load currents, high-permeability grain-oriented steel laminations, and pure electrolytic copper windings. Built to withstand environmental stresses such as wind shear, terminal tension, and seismic conditions,

Applications: Tariff and utility revenue measurement, transmission protection schemes and protective relaying, and supervisory grid control, telemetry, and power flow monitoring.

Description

Key Technical Performance Specifications

Technical Parameter / Specification Specification Rating / Capability
Deployment / Environment Outdoor
Structural Architecture / Construction Top-Core Configuration
Dielectric Insulation Medium SF6 Gas
Rated Maximum System Voltage 40.5 – 550 kV
Maximum Primary Current Capacity Up to 4000 A
Short-Circuit Thermal Current Rating Up to 63 kA
External Insulator Material Porcelain (Silicone Rubber Optional)
Specific Creepage Clearance ≥ 25 mm/kV (Extended distances upon request)
Operating Ambient Temperature Limits -40°C to +40°C (Standard)*
Standard Installation Altitude ≤ 1000 m (Standard)*