Power distribution system equipment overvoltage protection

Journal Article · · IEEE Transactions on Industry Applications (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers); (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1109/IAS.1993.299239· OSTI ID:7190972

Paul, D; Venugopalan, S I ^[1]

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1. ICF Kaiser Engineers, Inc., Oakland, CA (United States). Engineering and Construction Group

Application of surge overvoltage protection devices in general is based upon rule of thumb without the benefit of understanding basic parameters, system components and configuration, and energy content of the surge. This may result in the selection of an inadequate device. Selection of surge protective devices should be based on the magnitude of surge overvoltage, and also upon the expected energy associated with the surge. Characteristics of surge arresters are reviewed from the application point of view. Fundamentals of surge energy are presented. The MOV surge arrester selection parameters are discussed. The need for industry standards for the application of dc surge arresters is contemplated.

• OSTI ID: 7190972
• Journal Information: IEEE Transactions on Industry Applications (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers); (United States), Journal Name: IEEE Transactions on Industry Applications (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers); (United States) Vol. 30:5; ISSN 0093-9994; ISSN ITIACR
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

Related Subjects

24 POWER TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION
240201* -- Power System Networks
Transmission & Distribution-- AC Systems-- (1990-)
EQUIPMENT PROTECTION DEVICES
FAILURES
OUTAGES
POWER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS
RELIABILITY
SURGES