FCI Seminar

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Thomas & Betts

Power & High Voltage Products

Faulted Circuit Indicators

Product Training SeminarDate: November 16, 2011


Generating Station

Step-Up Transformer Industrial Customer

Transmission Substation(Bulk-Power Switching)

Step-Down Transformer

Industrial CustomerIndustrial Customer

Distribution Substation

Step-DownTransformer

CommercialCommercialCustomerCustomer

Residential Customer

Residential

Customer

20 KV138 KV

4 KV

34.5 KV

440 V

13.8 KV

220/440 V

120/240 V

120/240 V13.8 KV

Fisher Pierce

Locations where our Faulted Circuit Indicator products can be applied on the electrical system


Electrical Fault Locating Electrical Fault Locating MethodsMethods

• Customer calls with outage

• Line patrolling after fault

• Electronic recloser or breaker controls provide fault location

• Cable thumping for underground cables

• Fault chasing

• Predictive maintenance switching

• Fault Indicators


The Benefits of Using FCIsThe Benefits of Using FCIs• Aid in the location and isolation of the faulted cable

or equipment

• Reduces system down time and restoration costs

• Reduces lost revenue

• Increases customer service levels

• Improves personnel safety & system reliability

• Reduces stresses on circuit cable and components through efficient sectionalizing

• Minimizes potential destruction of customer owned sensitive equipment


How FCIs OperateHow FCIs Operate

• During a fault, high fault current is present from the source of the fault location.

• Installed FCIs on the system sense this condition and trip ( LED, Flag, Strobe, Radio Signal, etc.).

• Troublemen look for fault indicators and follow to identify the location of the fault.


How FCIs Operate (cont’d)How FCIs Operate (cont’d)• Locate the last tripped FCI and the first untripped

FCI, the fault has been isolated to a specific section of the circuit.

• Crews will switch out the faulted segment and restore power to the remaining part of the circuit.

• The faulted segment is then repaired.

• Some Examples of a typical URD Circuits installed with FCIs:


Switchgear 1

Switchgear 2

R1NC NC

NC

NO

R2Voltage ResetFault Indicator

FAULT INDICATOR OPERATIONFAULT INDICATOR OPERATION


R1

Switchgear 1

NC NC

NC

NO

Switchgear 2

R2

Breaker Locks Out

Loss of Voltage Detected

Only the FCIs That Detect Overcurrent will Indicate

Voltage ResetFault Indicator

FAULT INDICATOR OPERATIONFAULT INDICATOR OPERATION


Typical InstallationsTypical Installations• Overhead Conductor

• Riser Pole or Dip Pole

• Subsurface or Padmount Transformer/Switchgear

• Junction Box, Manhole Applications

• Sectionalizing Cabinets


Where are FCIs located ?Where are FCIs located ?


Where are FCIs located ?Where are FCIs located ?


Overhead/Underground System Voltage Trip Logic/Reset Options Indication Options Mounting Requirements

FCI Application/SpecificationConsiderations


Overhead and Underground Applications Research protective devices in use Determine customer’s strategy

• (Temporary vs Permanent Fault Indication) Consider Backfeed and Inrush Conditions Minimum Load Current Expected

• Acceptable Models and Reset Strategy

FCI Application SummaryFCI Application Summary

Faulted Circuit Indicators Product Overview

The Most Complete FCI Line

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All Under Fisher Pierce Brand


Overhead FCIsOverhead FCIs

Faulted Circuit Indicators Overhead Overhead ApplicationsApplications

Features Have It? FCI Series

Adaptive Trip Yes 1548

Hi-Lo Trip Yes OLMTL, OLMVOL, OLMVL, OLMVF

Current Reset Yes 1514 & 1515

Time Reset Yes 1548, 1514, 1515, OLMTL, OLMVOL

Voltage Reset Yes OLMVL & OLMVF

Manual Reset Yes ALL

Single Phase Yes 1548, 1514, OLMTL

Three-Phase (C.R) Yes 1515

LED Type Yes 1548, 1514, 1515, OLMTL, OLMVL, OLMVOL

Strobe Light Yes 1548

Flag Type Yes 1548, 1514, 1515, OLMVF

Radio Transmitter Yes 1548 & 1514


1548 Series Overhead Applicationsw/ Adaptive Trip Logic

Minimizes Stocking and Application Problems

Current, Time and Manual Reset Options

Inrush Restraint Replaceable and Non-

replaceable Battery Options

Flag, Strobe & LED Display Temporary Fault

Indication Option Integral Radio

Transmitter Option

Overhead IndicatorsOverhead Indicators

Hotstick mounting with automatic torque limiting.


Temporary Fault Detection• Recommended for circuits with fast protection settings

Permanent fault indication is comprised of 4 RED LED’s, flashing 30 times per minute

Temporary fault indication is comprised of 1 AMBER LED, flashing 15 times per minute for 4 hrs.8, 12, 24 hr timed

reset options

Overhead Indicators – 1548 SeriesOverhead Indicators – 1548 Series


OLM Series Overhead Applicationsw/ High/Low Trip Logic

Voltage, Time and Manual Reset Options

Inrush Restraint Flag & LED Display

Overhead Indicators

Universal Hotstick-Clamp Mounting


Underground FCIsUnderground FCIs

Faulted Circuit Indicators Underground Underground ApplicationsApplications

Features Have It? FCI SeriesAdaptive Trip Yes 1547

Hi-Lo Trip Yes TPMVF, TPMVL, TPMVOL, TPMTL, UCMTL

Current Reset Yes 1547, 1514, 1515

Time Reset Yes 1547,1541,1542,1543,1514,1515,TPMVOL,TPMTL,UCMTL

Voltage Reset Yes 1516, TPMVL, TPMVF

Manual Reset Yes ALL

Directional Fault Yes 1514-45102

Single Phase Yes 1547, 1541,1514,1516,TPMVF,TPMVL,TPMVOL,TPMTL,UCMTL

Three-Phase Yes 1515, 1543

Test Point Yes TPMVF, TPMVL, TPMVOL, TPMTL

LED Type Yes 1547.1541,1542,1543,1514,1515,TPMVL,TPMVOL,TPMTL,UCMTL

Flag Type Yes 1547. 1514, 1515, 1516, TPMVF

Audible Alarm Yes 1541, 1542, 1543

SCADA Contacts Yes 1547, 1514, 1516

Fiber Optic Display Yes 1547,1541,1542,1543, 1514,1515,TPMVL,TPMVOL,TPMTL,UCMTL

Radio Transmitter Yes 1547, 1514, 1515


1547 Series

Underground Applicationsw/ Adaptive Trip Logic

Minimizes Stocking and Application Problems


Inrush Restraint Flag, LED Display or

Remote LED: Fiber Optic Option SCADA output Option Integral Radio

Transmitter Option

Underground Indicators

Indicator Mount Options Clamp Hotstick Bracket/Surface Window/Flush Tie-Wrap


Underground Applicationsw/Fixed Current Trip Logic

Fixed Current Trip (50 to 1500 Amps)


Inrush Restraint Flag, LED Display or

Remote LED: Fiber Optic Option SCADA output Option Integral Radio

Transmitter Option Options Single Phase (1514)

Three Phase (1515)

1514 & 1515 Series Underground IndicatorsUnderground Indicators



1514-45102

Underground Faulted Circuit IndicatorsUnderground Faulted Circuit Indicators


Underground Applicationsw/Directional Network

With SmartNet Learning logic to determine the direction of faulted current

Programmable Fixed Current Trip

Automatic reset of fault indication; manual reset also available.

LED Display or Remote LED


Underground IndicatorsUnderground Indicators

Underground Applications w/Automatic Time Reset

Fixed Current Trip (50 to 1500 Amps)

Time and Manual Reset Options

Inrush restraint Replaceable and Non-

replaceable Battery Options

Integral LED Display or Remote LED Fiber Optic Option Audible Option

Hotstick mounting with adjustable clamp

Options• Single Phase (1541) • Two Phase (1542) • Three Phase (1543)

1541, 1542 & 1543 Series


1516 Series

Underground Applicationsw/ Automatic Secondary

Voltage Reset Fixed Current Trip

(50 to 1500 Amps) Voltage and Manual

Reset Options Inrush Restraint Integrated or Remote Flag

Display SCADA output Option


Indicator Mount Options Hotstick Bracket/Surface Window/Flush Tie-Wrap


TPM Series Underground Applicationsw/ High/Low Trip Logic

Voltage, Time and Manual Reset Options

Inrush Restraint Flag & LED Display

Removable Fiber Optic Cable


Test Point Mounting Mounts directly to 200 and 600 amp

elbows with capacitive test point


UCMTLUnderground Applicationsw/ High/Low Trip Logic

Time and Manual Reset Options LED Display Removable Fiber

Optic Cable

URD Cable Mounted with Universal Hotstick-Clamp

Underground Faulted Circuit IndicatorsUnderground Faulted Circuit Indicators


• Determine the Energized Status of Underground Distribution Circuits

• Self-Powered Sensor Connected to Neon Light that Flashes When Energized

– Flash Rate is Proportional to System kV

– Dual Viewing Port

• Mounts on 200/600 A Elbows/Splices Equipped With IEEE 386 Capacitive Test Point

• Hotstick Operable

V2

Test Point Voltage IndicatorTest Point Voltage Indicator


• VOLTAGE INDICATORS 5-35kV

• Test Box - V2TB• Mount V2 on to Test Point

Provision on Tester

• Push Test Button to Energize Test Point Green LED Should Flash V2 Should Flash

GreenLED V2TB

Test Point ProvisionTest Button

FlashingNeonLight

HotstickOperable

EPDMHousing

V2

Test Point Voltage Indicator


PD35• Used in Determining Correct Phasing and Energized

Status of Single / Three-phase Underground Systems

• Used on 200/600 A Elbows/Splices Equipped With IEEE 386 Capacitive Test Point

• Eliminates Exposure to High Voltage

• Hotstick Operable

• Battery Powered (9Volt)

Phase & Voltage Indicator Test Tool 5 – Phase & Voltage Indicator Test Tool 5 – 35kV35kV


Black Lead to Connect Metered

Probe to Gnd

Non-MeteredProbe

Red PhaseLead to ConnectBetween Probes

MeteredProbe



• Attach Hotstick to Meter Probe and Connect Gnd. Lead

• Switch Meter to ON

• Touch Metered Probe to Test Point

• Phase 1 LED will Illuminate When Circuit is Energized

TO TEST FOR VOLTAGE



1. Follow Voltage Test Procedure2. Attach Non-Metered Probe to

Additional Hotstick3. Connect Probes Using Red Lead4. Touch Probes to Test Points on

Different Phases5. Phase 1 and 2 LEDs Illuminate

Showing Energized Circuits6. If IN-PHASE the Green LED will

Illuminate. If OUT of PHASE the Red LED will Illuminate

TO TEST FOR PROPER PHASING



Automation & SmartGrid Automation & SmartGrid ApplicationsApplications

Smartlink 5000 FCI Monitor & Control System

Radio Faulted indicators 1548, 1547 & 1514

1570 Transmitters

1560 Receivers


Monitoring and Control System

Utilizing Cellular Communications

Application: Fault Monitoring of Radio Equipped Fault Indicators, Switch Control, Capacitor Switching

Reduces Restoration

Time!

Smartlink 5000Smartlink 5000


SmartLink™ 5000

Nationwide cellular networksSmart GridSmart Grid

1548 Radio FCI

• Customer Connections & Applications

• Service & Support


• Model 1560-1 Handheld Receiver

• LED and Audible Display of Phase a,b,c

• 9 volt replaceable battery

• Model 1560-2 RTU Interface Receiver

• powered from customer’s RTU (9-12Vdc)

• Interfaces to RTU with 1, 3, 4 N.O. contacts

Radio Faulted Circuit IndicatorRadio Faulted Circuit Indicator

1560-1 1560-2


Overhead Installation

System:1: 1548 Radio FCI2: 1560 Receiver3: AMI Gateway/RTU

Radio Faulted Circuit Indicator Wireless Radio Faulted Circuit Indicator Wireless SystemSystem


• Model 1570-1Control/Transmitter• 9 volt replaceable battery• Low profile pad mount transmitter, SCADA FCI interface

Radio Faulted Circuit IndicatorRadio Faulted Circuit Indicator

1570-1


System:1: 1547 or 1514 Radio FCI2: 1570 Transmitter3: 1560 Receiver4: AMI Gateway/RTU

Underground Installation

Radio Faulted Circuit Indicator Wireless Radio Faulted Circuit Indicator Wireless SystemSystem


Line truck application, monitoring radio indicating fault indicators with a hand-held receiver.

Pad mount cabinet fault indicator installation with radio and local signaling capability.

Radio Indicator Wireless SystemRadio Indicator Wireless System


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