Understanding CTs and PTs in SLD

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This discussion focuses on the differences between Current Transformers (CTs) used for protection and measurement in Substation Level Design (SLD). It clarifies that measurement CTs prioritize accuracy within the nominal current range, while protection CTs are designed to handle higher currents, often requiring larger cores to prevent saturation. The conversation also touches on the wiring configurations of CTs, specifically Delta and Wye setups, and the significance of CT notation. Additionally, the participants discuss the implications of having multiple cores in CTs, emphasizing the distinction between the two types of CTs based on their specifications.

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  • Understanding of Current Transformers (CTs)
  • Knowledge of Substation Level Design (SLD)
  • Familiarity with Delta and Wye wiring configurations
  • Basic principles of electrical protection and measurement systems
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  • Research specifications for Protection CTs versus Measurement CTs
  • Learn about wiring configurations for CTs in Delta and Wye setups
  • Explore the implications of CT core sizes on performance and saturation
  • Investigate the role of differential CTs in protection schemes
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Electrical engineers, protection system designers, and professionals involved in substation design and maintenance will benefit from this discussion.

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Hi friends,

i have quires that i can't count the CTs and PTs in the SLD. how many CTs for Protection and how many for Measuring or Metering and what is P2 means ?

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No idea on the P1 and P2 -- Point 1/Point 2 - for Polarity of the CTs is my only guess - since the polarity is "into" the HV side of the transfomer.

The CT notation is #/ CTs and # / wires - you can wire three CTs in a Delta ( 3 wires out ) or a Wye (4 wires out).

The measurement CTs (3) have a different spec than the protection CTs - because for measurement the accuracy in the nominal current range is most important - for the protection CTs they may need to provide accurate output at higher then nominal current ( 3 or more x) so the Protection CTs are typically heavier - larger core to prevent saturation at higher currents. I would consider the differential CTs part of the protection - but you do want them dedicated to the differential circuit to prevent errors.
 
Windadct said:
No idea on the P1 and P2 -- Point 1/Point 2 - for Polarity of the CTs is my only guess - since the polarity is "into" the HV side of the transfomer.

The CT notation is #/ CTs and # / wires - you can wire three CTs in a Delta ( 3 wires out ) or a Wye (4 wires out).

The measurement CTs (3) have a different spec than the protection CTs - because for measurement the accuracy in the nominal current range is most important - for the protection CTs they may need to provide accurate output at higher then nominal current ( 3 or more x) so the Protection CTs are typically heavier - larger core to prevent saturation at higher currents. I would consider the differential CTs part of the protection - but you do want them dedicated to the differential circuit to prevent errors.

Thanks a lot,

if i have 02 CTs

one is 1600:800:400/1
0.2FS5/5P20/5P20/5P20
15(10)(5)VA/30VA/30VA/30VA2nd is

0.2FS5
15(10)VA 800:400:200/1A

then what is the difference , one is 04 cores and 2nd is 01 core ? right ?
 

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