In any electrical system, things can go wrong. Wires can get damaged, insulation can crack, water can enter a switchboard, etc. When this happens, electricity starts flowing where it should not. This unwanted flow is called fault current. Fault current is dangerous because it collects on metal parts like panels, ...
Nowadays, the world is spending billions of dollars on building new solar plants. Some of them have very smart strategies to produce profitable electricity and to ensure that their plants are safe for the next 25 to 30 years. But what is their secret? Very simple: adhering to international quality ...
In this blog, we will discuss some common mistakes most people make while installing earthing. So that you can avoid them. What is Earthing? Earthing, also known as grounding, is a process that connects your structure’s electrical system to the earth. This provides a low-resistance path for fault currents, protecting ...
In this trending era of technology and development, earthing in substations plays a vital role. An electrical power system comprises a network of electrical elements that can be used to generate, distribute and transmit electrical energy through transmission lines. A substation is a part of an electrical power system that ...
The electrically conductive connection between the air-termination system and the earth-termination system is the down conductor system. The purpose of down-conductor systems is to safely transport intercepted lightning current to the earth-termination system without causing excessive temperature spikes that could harm the structure. It must be mounted to ensure that ...
In this blog, we’re focusing on the essential differences between Galvanised Iron Pipe Earthing, also known as GI Earthing, and Copper Plate Earthing. By the end of this blog post, you will get a clear picture of: The Objective of Earthing Various Methods of Earthing Major Differences between GI Pipe ...
What is a Lightning Conductor? A lightning conductor is a thick copper wire or rod fixed onto the tallest point of a building and connected to the ground using a long metallic rod. It protects the building from lightning strikes by providing a low resistance path for the current to ...
Scope of Electrical Lugs A cable lug also known as a cable terminal is a component of an electrical device that connects the cable to the device terminals. It simplifies the assembly of personnel, maintenance, and repair processes. A cable lug or connector is used when a permanent connection is ...
Standards Used for Earthing Systems Definitions Over the past century, Electrical Safety Standards have evolved into highly advanced frameworks, covering all key aspects of safe installations, including Earthing Systems. For Low-Voltage (LV) Electrical Installations, the IEC 60364 standard ensures the protection of both personnel and property. The IEC 60364 standard ...
What is a Single Line Diagram? A single line diagram also called the one-line diagram is a symbolic or graphical representation of a three-phase power system. It has a diagrammatic representation of all the equipment and connections. Standardized schematic symbols represent electrical elements such as circuit breakers, transformers, bus bars, ...
