b2 electronic TanDelta TD30 User manual

Tan Delta Diagnostics
TD30/TD60/TD90
TD60-MC/TD90-MC/TD120-MC
User Manual
ENGLISH
DHV0075 Rev06
b2 electronic GmbH
Riedstraße 1
6833 Klaus
AUSTRIA
Tel. [phone]
Fax + 43 (0)5523 57373-5
www.b2hv.com
[email protected]
Subject to alterations-
errors excepted
Illustrations are not binding Portable TanDelta Measurement System

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Table of Contents
1INTRODUCTION .......................................................................4
2SAFETY.....................................................................................8
3GENERAL DESCRIPTION......................................................14
4DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION ............................................23
5CONNECTION UP TO THE TD / TD-MC INSTRUMENT .......26
6SOFTWARE TD CONTROLCENTER.....................................29
7INSTRUMENT CARE ..................................................................51
8GLOSSARY AND ABBREVIATIONS.....................................52
9DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY .......................................53

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1 Introduction
The TD unit is an easy to use, single piece, Digital Signal Processor based, field
portable, fully automatic VLF (Very Low Frequency) high voltage measurement
instrument developed for the high potential measuring of the insulation
dielectrics of various types of electrical apparatus.
Purpose This operating manual serves to ensure the proper and safe use of the TD test
instrument.
Regarding this Document
Target User
This operating manual is designed to inform various user groups. The scope
and depth of the information provided may not be appropriate for all users.
However, it is important that all users familiarize themselves with this document
in full. The following is a guideline indicating the most significant information as
a function of the user’s responsibilities.
User Responsibilities Focus
TD Operator •To connect the equipment
•To carry out manual or pre-programmed
test sequence
•To verify validity of TD application
•To adjust instrument settings
•To program automatic test sequences in
accordance with particular testing
standards
All Sections
Particular focus on all
safety messages
Procurement,
Management •To assure that the workplace is safe and
has all required equipment
•To assure that TD operators are qualified
technicians
•To assure that operators fulfil their
responsibilities
Particular focus on safety
messages and information
regarding general product
description.
Safekeeping
NOTICE
This manual should always be on hand when using the
TD test instrument

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Documentation Conventions
The following explain the symbols, and safety messages found in this
document. The employment of safety symbols and signal words are according
to the American National Standards Institute standard ANSI Z535.6 "Product
Safety Signs and Labels".
Safety Messages
Symbols
Danger
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or
serious injury
Warning
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or
serious injury.
Caution
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or
moderate injury.
Notice
NOTICE
Indicates suggested practices to protect equipment and property
.
Yellow triangle, framed in black: Used
to indicate a potential hazard.
Only used in
conjunction with description of the possible hazard!
Detailed symbol may correspond to this specific hazard.
Red
outlined circle with red diagonal line: Used to indicate forbidden practices.
The described handling practice must not be carried out!
Blue
circle with white exclamation mark: Used to indicate recommended
precautionary measures
or a situation that can lead to property damage.

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Legal Considerations
With the purchase of b2’s High Voltage Equipment you obtain a company
license for the corresponding software to be used on multiple computers as long
as they are used to work with b2’s products.
Warranty
b2 provides a one-year warranty from the original purchase date of instrument
for all necessary parts and labor. This warranty is void in the event of abuse,
incorrect operation or use, unauthorized modification or repairs, or failure to
perform the specified maintenance as indicated in this operation manual. This
warranty does not include normal consumable items such as lamps, paper rolls,
printer ribbons, batteries or other auxiliary items.
This warranty and our liability are limited to replacing or repairing defective
equipment, at our discretion. Equipment that is returned to b2 must be packed
in original packaging. All shipped items must be prepaid and insured. No other
warranties are expressed or implied.
Contact Information
b2 electronic GmbH
Riedstrasse 1
6833 Klaus
Vorarlberg, Austria
T: [phone]
F: [phone]
www.b2hv.com
[e-mail]
Copyright
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All rights reserved.
No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, stored, or translated
in hardcopy or electronic form without the written consent of b2.
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Safety is priority! Respect all safety information; only use the HVA for
appropriate applications and ensure that operators possess the required
operator qualifications.
General Safety
Safety Precautions and Prerequisites
All equipment to be high potential tested must be de-energized and properly
isolated from all power sources. All equipment grounds must remain in place.
All high potential test equipment cable connections must be clean and secure.
Separate equipment ground connections should be used. Ground integrity must be
maintained at all times.
Avoid testing alone – always have someone available who is able to render first
aid and resuscitation if required.
Do not install substitute parts or make unauthorized modifications to the test
instrument or its accessories as this may introduce additional risks and unknown
hazards. To ensure that all safety features in the instrument are maintained, it is
strongly recommended that all repairs and modifications be performed by b2hv or
one of their authorized repair service centers.
Before using this test instrument, please read through the operating manual in its
entirety. Make sure you clarify any points that you feel unsure or uncertain about
before using the instrument. Make sure you are knowledgeable about the proper
application, safety, potential hazards involved, and procedures in using the test
instrument. The awareness for safety is an integral part of the job, and it cannot
be over emphasized. Safety is the responsibility of the user/operator.
All personnel operating the high potential test equipment must wear high voltage
gloves. Verify the class rating/voltage of all protective devices (e.g. rubber
blankets) to ensure proper protection.
Use suitable barriers, barricades, or warnings to keep persons not directly involved
with the work away from test activities. Personnel must be notified to prevent other
workers, as well as the general public, from entering the high potential test area.
Vacuum bottles must only be high potential tested with AC. Dangerous X-rays can
possibly be produced when vacuum bottles are high potential tested above their
rating with DC.
Since some electrical apparatus such as cables are essentially capacitors, they
can hold a charge after being exposed to a high potential test. These electrical
apparatus must therefore remain grounded for sufficient time to drain off any
remaining charge. Never assume that a piece of equipment that has been high
potential tested is safe to handle without using the necessary safety equipment
NOTICE
Operation Manual
Before carrying out any high voltage test with this instrument, read this
Operating
Manual in its entirety.

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and grounding procedures. Always treat exposed connectors and conductors as
potential electric shock hazards.
All auxiliary electrical apparatus such as switchgear, surge arresters, etc. must be
isolated from the test source and device under test (DUT).
The test leads must always be disconnected from the device under test (DUT)
before attempting to disconnect from the test equipment. The ground connections
must be the first made and the last removed. Any interruption of the grounding
connection may create an electric shock hazard.
The visual signals of the TD are designed to be easily distinguished even under
bright sunlight to avoid incorrect readings. Always keep at least 6 feet / 2 meters
distance when looking directly at the LED signals. Avoid long direct exposure of
eyes to the signals especially under dark conditions.
NOTICE
LED signal
The LED signal colors on the TD system indicate a TD value / range or
equipment status condition. These LED lights signals in no way indicate the
presence or abse
nce of high voltage and the TD should be considered
energized at all times when connected to a potential voltage source like a HVA
test system.

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Work Safety
DANGER
Electric Shock Hazard
Never assume that equipment is safe to handle without using the necessary
safety equipment and
earthing procedures.
•
All procedures must comply with local safety regulations
•
Always treat exposed connectors and conductors as potential electric shock
hazards.
•
DUT must be earthed, de-energized and isolated from all power sources.
•
All auxiliary electrical apparatus such as switchgear, surge arresters etc.
must be isolated from the test power source and the DUT.
•
All cables and connectors must be inspected for damage before use.
Damaged equipment must not be used.
•
Earth connections must be made first and removed last!
•
DUT must be discharged and earthed before disconnecting the test lead.
•
Avoid testing alone. In the event of an emergency another person’s
presence
may be essential.

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DANGER
Authorized Personnel Only
The test area must be
secured to keep non-qualified personnel off the premises!
•
Signs must warn all persons of the high voltage test area.
•
Only qualified electrical technicians should have access to the test area.
•
Other persons must be accompanied by qualified electrical technicians and
must be informed of the risks involved.
NOTICE
Equipment Handling
DUT must have clean connections
.
Test instruments must only be repaired or modified by authorized
b2
personnel.
NOTICE
If required
according to local safety regulations
Wear high voltage gloves when handling high voltage cables and equipment.

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Appropriate Applications
The TD provides the testing and commissioning engineer/technician with a
versatile high voltage tan delta measuring system suitable for testing
medium voltage electrical insulation systems such as cables (including:
XLPE, PE, EPR, PILC etc), capacitors, switchgear, transformers, rotating
machines, insulators and bushings.
Tan Delta testing enables the cable test engineer to detect insulation
defects before the cable fails in service. The TD is a versatile tan delta
measuring system that is directly connected to the HVA series of VLF test
systems from b2. The tan delta test results of the test object can now be
easily measured and recorded and the results stored on a standard PC or
Laptop for analysis, trending or quality control. This enables the cable
engineer to now make tan delta testing a routine maintenance test.
The TD is a battery powered system that is directly connected to the HVA
series of VLF test systems. Standard “C” size alkaline or rechargeable
battery cells that are commonly available will last up to 10 hours of
continuous operation.
The TD is supplied with a terminated output cable to plug directly into the
HVA test system and is supplied complete with operating software which
gives a complete picture of the tan delta measurement together with a real
time display of the output voltage and current. The data transmission to
standard notebook PC or PDA that is Bluetooth® enabled, thus eliminating
a direct connection between the TD and the data collection device.
DUT Type Examples
Cables •Extruded cables (e.g. XLPE)
•Laminated cables (e.g. PILC)
•Insulated cables
•Cable jacket / sheath
Other highly
capacitive loads •Generators
•Switchgear
•Transformers
•Rotating machines
•Insulators
•Bushings
NOTICE
Other Applications
Before proceeding, contact
b2 to validate appropriate use!

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Operator Qualifications
TD operators must be qualified electrical technicians! Proof of necessary
qualifications for working in high voltage domain is mandatory. It is highly
recommended that operators have completed an emergency rescue training
program.

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Technical Specifications
Characteristic
TD30
1
TD60
1
TD60-MC
1
Article Number SH0207 SH0208 SH0244
Name TD30 Tan Delta System TD60 Tan-Delta System TD60 Tan-Delta System
with MC
Input Voltage 2 type „C“ alkaline cells or NiMH batteries 2 type „D“ alkaline cells
or NiMH batteries
Operating
Voltage Sinusoidal 1 – 24 kV rms 1 – 44kV rms
Frequency 0.1 Hz
0.01 to 0.09 Hz2
Voltage
measurement
Resolution
0.1 kv rms
Accuracy 1% of reading
Current
measurement Resolution 1 x 10-5
Accuracy ±1 x 10-4
Load range Standard 500 pF to 10µF
Weight 3 kg 5 kg (without cable) 14,2 kg (without cable)
Dimensions (mm) 240 long 80 in diameter 450 long 120 in diameter L 300 x H 640 x W 280
Computer includes Bluetooth
Delivery includes HV connection cable, transit case, BluetoothTM
Dongle, Earth cable, TD Control Center Software,
Operating manual
transit case,
BluetoothTM Dongle,
Earth cable, TD Control
Center Software,
Operating manual
Standards EMV: IEC6100-4-2, IEC6100-4-4, EN55077;
Safety: EN60950, EN50191, EN61010-1
Environmental Conditions Storage: -25°C to +70°C , Operating: -5°C to +45°C
Humidity: max. 80% R.H. (non-condensing)

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Characteristic
TD90
1
TD90-MC
1
TD120-MC
1
Article Number
SH0214
SH0241
SH0245
Name TD90 Tan-Delta System TD90 Tan-Delta System
64kVrms with MC TD120 Tan Delta System 85kVrms with MC
Input Voltage 2 type „C“ alkaline cells
or NiMH batteries 2 type „D“ alkaline cells or NiMH batteries
Operating
Voltage Sinusoidal 1 – 64kV rms 1 – 85 kV rms
Frequency 0.1 Hz
0.01 to 0.09 Hz2
Voltage
measurement Resolution 0.1 kv rms
Accuracy 1% of reading
Current
measurement Resolution 1 x 10-5
Accuracy ±1 x 10-4
Load range Standard 500 pF to 10µF
Weight 11 kg (without cable) 16 kg (without cable) 16 kg (without cable)
Dimensions (mm) 660 long 120 in diameter L 300 x H 790 x W 276 L 300 x H 790 x W 276
Computer includes Bluetooth
Delivery includes HV connection cable,
transit case,
BluetoothTM Dongle,
Earth cable, TD Control
Center Software,
Operating manual
transit case, BluetoothTM Dongle, Earth cable, TD
Control Center Software, Operating manual
Standards EMV: IEC6100-4-2, IEC6100-4-4, EN55077;
Safety: EN60950, EN50191, EN61010-1
Environmental Conditions Storage: -25°C to +70°C , Operating: -5°C to +45°C
Humidity: max. 80% R.H. (non-condensing)
1 Technical Specifications are subject to change. b2 reserves the right to modify values in accordance with future HVA
development.
2
in combination with locator set (not in scope of supply)

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Design Features
To assure that the workplace is safe and that operators can fulfil their
responsibilities with ease, the TD provides the following features.
•Lightweight, portable, battery powered unit
•Solid state air insulated design
•Suitable for use with the HVA VLF test systems.
•Test results are easily stored via Notebook Computer or PocketPC via
wireless Bluetooth® connection.
•Supplied complete with TD communication and analysis software – TD
Control Center.
•Real-time display of actual output waveform.
•Power Save (Sleep) function (1 hour of inactivity), automatic wakeup on
reapplication of high voltage. One-Click reconnect in ControlCenter
after Sleep

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Materials
Shipment Content – TD-MC units (TD60-MC/TD90-MC/TD120-MC)
Items included upon delivery of the TD are listed below. The * marking specifies
items that are country specific. For inquiries, please contact b2.
Art. No.
Item
Description
TD60-MC TD90-MC TD120-MC
DHV0075 TD Manual b2 1 1 1
GH0522 Earthing Cable Transparent
6 mm24 m with 400 A clamp
1
GH0526 Earthing cable transparent
6 mm² 10 m with 600 A
clamp
1
GH0576 Earthing cable 10 mm²
MC contact - clamp 4 m
2
GH0550 TD Connecting cable TD -
DUT 0,70 m
1 1 1
GH0551 TD Connecting cable TD -
DUT 1,60 m
1 1 1
GH0580 Clamp 600 A red with
MC contact 14 mm
1 1
1
KDD0016 USB Pen Flash Drive b2
1 1 1
KDG0011 USB Bluetooth Dongle
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Item
Description
TD60-MC TD90-MC TD120-MC
KEB0006 Accumulator size D
1 2 2
KEK0027 Measuring lead
MFK15/1/100/ red
1
1
1
KES0022 Delfin Clamp 4mm connector
red
1 1 1
KES0105 Angle Bracket Connector
14mm
1 1 1
KES0209 MC socket connection for
corona shield
1 1 1
KMD0081 Corona Shield 2 parts
2 2 2
KN0009 Charger 5 LCD
1 1 1
M0022 Battery 1,5V Size D Mono
Procell
2 2 2
VKR0033 TD90-MC transport Case
with Inlays
1 1
VKR0031 TD60-MC transport Case
with Inlays; 737x457x349mm
1

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Shipment Content – TD – units (TD30/TD60/TD90)
Items included upon delivery of the TD are listed below. The * marking specifies
items that are country specific. For inquiries, please contact b2.
Art. No. Item Description TD30 TD60 TD90
DHV0075 TD Manual b2 1 1 1
KDD0016 USB Pen Flash Drive b2
1 1 1
KDG0010 USB Bluetooth Dongle 1 1 1
KEB0002 Extra lid to BX002/1
1 1 1
KEB0003 Akku Ni-MH Baby C 4500mAh
Ansmann
2 2 2
KEK0027 Measuring lead MFK15/1/100/
red
1 1 1
KES0022 Clamp Delfin 4mm connector
red
1 1 1
KES0105
Angle Bracket Connector 14mm
1
KES0208 USB Adapter Neutrik NAUSB-
W Adapter
1

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Item
Description
TD30
TD60
TD90
KES0209 MC socket connection for
corona shield
1
KMB0050 TD30 Hook
2
KMD0065 TD M8/30 4mm Adapter
3 3 3
KMD0081 Corona Shield 2 parts
2 2 2
KMD0086 HV plug 50 kV Protection
1
KMD0113 TD60 Rack
1
KMD0182 TD Foot base
3
3
KMD0183 TD Feet upper part
3
3
KMD0188 TD30 Rack
1
KMK0022 O-Ring 69 x 1,5 mm NBR70
1 1 1