Ergon Energy Corporation Limited

Technical Specification for 12kV

Powder Filled Current Limiting
Fuse-Links for Use in Switchgear
(In Oil)

ETS12-01-03

Specification ETS12-01-03 Ver 3

Ergon Energy Corporation Limited ABN 50 087 646 062

Technical Specification for 12kV Powder Filled
Current Limiting Fuse-Links For Use in Switchgear
(In Oil)

Contents
1.  Purpose and Scope...................................................................................................... 1 
2.  References .................................................................................................................... 1 
2.1  Applicable Standards .......................................................................................... 1 
3.  Drawings ....................................................................................................................... 1 
3.1  Drawings by the Purchaser ................................................................................. 1 
4.  Service Conditions....................................................................................................... 1 
5.  Design and Construction ............................................................................................ 2 
5.1  Requirements...................................................................................................... 2 
5.2  Ratings ................................................................................................................ 2 
5.3  Fuse-link Applications ......................................................................................... 2 
5.4  Fuse-Link Dimension .......................................................................................... 3 
5.5  Striker ................................................................................................................. 3 
6.  Performance and Testing ............................................................................................ 3 
6.1  Testing ................................................................................................................ 3 
7.  Risk Assessment ......................................................................................................... 4 
8.  Quality Assurance........................................................................................................ 4 
8.1  Purchasers Policy ............................................................................................... 4 
8.2  Documentary Evidence ....................................................................................... 4 
9.  Samples ........................................................................................................................ 4 
9.1  Production Samples ............................................................................................ 4 
10.  Packaging and Marking ............................................................................................... 4 
10.1  General ............................................................................................................... 4 
10.2  Marking ............................................................................................................... 4 
11.  Service History ............................................................................................................. 4 
12.  Reliability ...................................................................................................................... 5 
12.1  Service Life ......................................................................................................... 5 
12.2  Evidence in Support of Reliability........................................................................ 5 
13.  Training ......................................................................................................................... 5 

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Technical Specification for 12kV Powder Filled
Current Limiting Fuse-Links For Use in Switchgear
(In Oil)
14.  Environmental Considerations ................................................................................... 5 
15.  Information to be Provided ......................................................................................... 6 
15.1  Specific Technical Requirements ........................................................................ 6 
15.2  Checklist of Supporting Documentation .............................................................. 6 
15.3  Documentation to be Supplied During the Course of the Contract...................... 6 
16.  Appendix A.1 – Items List ........................................................................................... 7 
17.  Attachment 1 – Technical Details ............................................................................... 8 
18.  Attachment 2 – Technical Document Checklist ........................................................ 9 

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Ergon Energy Corporation Limited ABN 50 087 646 062

Technical Specification for 12kV Powder Filled
Current Limiting Fuse-Links For Use in Switchgear
(In Oil)

1. Purpose and Scope

This specification sets out the technical requirements for 12kV powder filled fuses suitable
for use in oil insulated switchgear. The fuses are primarily used for the protection of
distribution transformers.

Items covered under this specification is given in Appendix A.1

2. References

2.1 Applicable Standards

The fuses shall be designed, manufactured and tested in accordance with the relevant
parts of the following standards and all amendments issued from time to time except where
varied by this specification.

Should inconsistencies be identified between standards and/or this specification, the

Supplier shall immediately refer such inconsistencies to the Corporation for resolution.

STANDARD TITLE
AS1033.2 High voltage fuses (for rated voltages exceeding 1000V)
Part 2 – Current-limiting (Powder-filled) type
IEC 60282-1 High-voltage fuses- Part 1: Current-limiting fuses
AS1856 Electroplated coatings - silver
AS2650 High voltage a.c. switchgear and controlgear
– common requirements
AS4169 Electroplated coatings – tin and tin alloys
AS/NZS ISO9001 Quality systems – model for quality assurance in design,
development, production, installation and servicing

3. Drawings

3.1 Drawings by the Purchaser

No drawings are included in this specification.

4. Service Conditions
The switchgear using the fuses to be purchased under this specification will be exposed to
the following environmental conditions:

Ambient Temperatures 45o summer day time

-5o winter night time
Solar Radiation Level 1100 watts per square metre with high ultraviolet
content

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Precipitation Tropical summer storms with gust wind speeds
above 160km/h, and an annual rainfall in excess of
1500 mm
Humidity Extended periods of relative humidity in excess of
90% R.H.
Atmospheric Classifications Areas of coastal salt spray and/or industrial pollution
with equivalent salt deposit densities in the range 2.0
- 3.0 g/m2.

The fuses will be used under oil in switchgear.

5. Design and Construction

Design, construction and performance parameters are detailed in this section.

5.1 Requirements
The fuse-links shall have the following ratings and comply with the Australian Standard
AS1033.2 or an equivalent international standard. The fuse-links shall be used primarily for
protection of delta connected three phase distribution transformer.

5.2 Ratings

Rated voltage 12kV

Rated Current Refer Table Below
Rated breaking current 40kA (minimum)
Rated frequency 50Hz
Fuse classification Full Range
Rated insulation level of fuse-holder 95kV BIL

Full range fuses are specified above but fuses of other classification will be considered.

5.3 Fuse-link Applications

The HV fuse sizes currently used by the Purchaser for the protection of distribution
transformers (with delta connected primary) are listed below.

Transformer three Fuse Rating(A) for 12kV Typical Fuse Rating for
phase kVA Transformers LV.

100 16 125
200 25 200 per circuit
315 31.5 200 per circuit
500 50 200 per circuit
750 63 200 per circuit
1000 80 200 per circuit

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(In Oil)
The fuse links offered shall be capable of withstanding magnetising inrush currents up to 12
times the transformer rated full load current for 0.1 seconds and 25 times the transformer
rated full load current for 0.01 seconds and discriminate with the secondary fuse links
specified.

The fuse links shall be capable of withstanding 125% of the transformer rated full load
current continuously and periodic over-loads up to 150% of the transformer rated full load
current.

The fuse links shall be able to clear a phase to neutral fault on the secondary terminals of
the transformer in less than 1.5 seconds, in order to limit damage to the transformer in the
event of such fault. (The impedance voltage of the transformer at the rated current may be
assumed as 4%)

The current-time characteristics of the fuse-links offered shall be submitted with the tender
in (MS Office) Excel format. These shall include the minimum melting time-current curves,
maximum clearing time-current curves and current limiting data showing the extent of
current limiting. A table of (current -time) data defining the above curves should also be
included with the tender in (MS Office) Excel format.

Fuse links shall be suitable for mounting in any orientation.

5.4 Fuse-Link Dimension

Fuse-links shall have dimensions in accordance with Reference II 10 of Figure D2,
Appendix D of AS1033.2.

Drawings showing the critical dimensions of the fuse links offered shall be
submitted with the tender.

5.5 Striker
The fuse-links shall be fitted with a striker for indication purposes and to initiate three phase
tripping of the circuit being protected. The mechanical characteristics of the striker shall be
in accordance with the heavy duty type in Table 6.3 of AS1003.2. The energy rating of the
striker shall be 2J±1J.

6. Performance and Testing

6.1 Testing
Test certificates of the type tests for the fuse-links as specified in the Section 4 of
AS1033.2, and the power dissipation test (Section 5, AS1033.2) shall be provided with the
tender. The routine and batch test certificates shall be submitted with each delivery.

The test certificate for the time current characteristics provided with the tender shall include
the minimum melting time characteristics and the total clearing time characteristics. A table
of (current -time) data defining the above curves shall also be included with the tender in
(MS Office) Excel format.

Current limiting data showing the extent of current limiting should be included.

The testing shall have been carried out by a nationally accredited testing authority.

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(In Oil)

7. Risk Assessment
There is no requirement for manufacturer provided safety risk assessments for the items
covered in this specification.

8. Quality Assurance

8.1 Purchasers Policy

It is the Purchaser’s policy to procure goods, equipment and services from sources that
demonstrate the ability to supply quality products.

8.2 Documentary Evidence

Tenderers are required to submit documentary evidence that the design and manufacture
of the fuses offered is in accordance with AS/NZS/ISO 9001.
This documentation shall include the Capability Statement associated with the Quality
System Certification.

9. Samples

9.1 Production Samples

When requested, production samples of each item shall be submitted with the offer.

10. Packaging and Marking

10.1 General
Tenderer's attention is specifically drawn to the requirements of the Logistic Specification
with regard to the packaging, marking and delivery of palletised goods.

10.2 Marking
Markings shall be provided on the fuse-links in accordance with Clause 6.9.3 of AS 1033.2.
The following information shall be legibly and indelibly marked on BOTH sides of the
carton:

a) Manufacturer’s name and sequential unit identification number

b) Ergon Energy’s Purchase Order number
c) Ergon Energy's Item Identification Number
d) Rated voltage and current of fuse links
e) Gross mass of carton and contents
f) Handling or lifting instructions where applicable

11. Service History

Potential first time Suppliers to the Purchaser shall state:

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(In Oil)

 The period of service achieved by items offered within Australian service conditions;
 Australian electricity supply authorities who have a service history of the items
offered;
 Contact names and phone numbers of relevant employees of those supply
authorities who can verify the service performance claimed.

12. Reliability

12.1 Service Life

Comments on the reliability and performance of the items offered, for a service life of 35
years under the specified system and environmental conditions, shall be submitted with the
offer.

12.2 Evidence in Support of Reliability

Such comments shall include evidence in support of the reliability and performance claimed
including information of Failure Mode and Effect Analysis.

13. Training
Training material in the form of drawings, instructions and/or audio visuals shall be provided
for the items accepted under the offer.

This material shall include but is not limited to the following topics:-

 Handling
 Storage
 Application guide
 Installation
 Maintenance
 Environmental performance
 Electrical performance
 Mechanical performance
 Disposal

14. Environmental Considerations

Suppliers are required to comment on the environmental soundness of the design
and the materials used in the manufacture of the items offered. In particular,
comments should address such issues as recyclability and disposal at end of service life
and also disposal of packaging material.

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15. Information to be Provided

15.1 Specific Technical Requirements

Attachment 1 is a schedule of the technical details that suppliers are required to complete
and return with their offer.

15.2 Checklist of Supporting Documentation

Attachment 2 details a checklist of supporting technical documents which is required to be
submitted with the tender.

15.3 Documentation to be Supplied During the Course of the Contract

Test certificates as required in Clause 6.

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16. Appendix A.1 – Items List

Item No IINo Description

1 0621091 FUSE LINK 10 Amp 12kV HRC Ring Main Unit Oil Immersed Type suits
Andelect SDAF3 and L&C GF3 Fuse Switches Barrel 254mm Lg 68mm Dia
including End Caps 40mm Lg 63.5mm Dia with Striker Pin
2 2404921 FUSE LINK 16 Amp 12kV HRC Ring Main Unit Oil Immersed Type suits
Andelect SDAF3 and L&C GF3 Fuse Switches Barrel 254mm Lg 68mm Dia
including End Caps 40mm Lg 63.5mm Dia with Striker Pin
3 2406262 FUSE LINK 20 Amp 12kV HRC Ring Main Unit Oil Immersed Type suits
Andelect SDAF3 and L&C GF3 Fuse Switches Barrel 254mm Lg 68mm Dia
including End Caps 40mm Lg 63.5mm Dia with Striker Pin
4 2400615 FUSE LINK 30 Amp 12kV HRC Ring Main Unit Oil Immersed Type suits
Andelect SDAF3 and L&C GF3 Fuse Switches Barrel 254mm Lg 68mm Dia
including End Caps 40mm Lg 63.5mm Dia with Striker Pin
5 2403620 FUSE LINK 31.5 Amp 12kV HRC Ring Main Unit Oil Immersed Type suits
Andelect SDAF3 and L&C GF3 Fuse Switches Barrel 254mm Lg 68mm Dia
including End Caps 40mm Lg 63.5mm Dia with Striker Pin
6 0621032 FUSE LINK 50 Amp 12kV HRC Ring Main Unit Oil Immersed Type suits
Andelect SDAF3 and L&C GF3 Fuse Switches Barrel 254mm Lg 68mm Dia
including End Caps 40mm Lg 63.5mm Dia with Striker Pin
7 2400619 FUSE LINK 63 Amp 12kV HRC Ring Main Unit Oil Immersed Type suits
Andelect SDAF3 and L&C GF3 Fuse Switches Barrel 254mm Lg 68mm Dia
including End Caps 40mm Lg 63.5mm Dia with Striker Pin
8 0621059 FUSE LINK 80 Amp 12kV HRC Ring Main Unit Oil Immersed Type suits
Andelect SDAF3 and L&C GF3 Fuse Switches Barrel 254mm Lg 68mm Dia
including End Caps 40mm Lg 63.5mm Dia with Striker Pin
9 2403627 FUSE LINK 125 Amp 12kV HRC Ring Main Unit Oil Immersed Type suits
Andelect SDAF3 and L&C GF3 Fuse Switches Barrel 254mm Lg 68mm Dia
including End Caps 40mm Lg 63.5mm Dia with Striker Pin
10 2400625 FUSE LINK, 90 Amp 12kV HRC Ring Main Unit Oil Immersed Type suits
Andelect SDAF3 and L&C GF3 Fuse Switches Barrel 359mm Lg 68mm Dia
including End Caps 40mm Lg 63.5mm Dia with Striker Pin
11 2406263 FUSE LINK, CARTRIDGE, 12kV, HRC, Oil Immersed Type, 40 Amp, suits
Andelect SDAF3 and L&C GF3 Fuse Switches Barrel 254mm Lg 68mm Dia
including End Caps 40mm Lg 63.5mm Dia with Striker Pin, used with 300kVA
Transformers. Full Range Fuse. For Use in Ring Main Units.

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17. Attachment 1 – Technical Details

The supplier shall complete this schedule for each item offered and shall guarantee
the particulars as set out:

Tender Item Number IINo

Name of Manufacturer:
Address of Manufacturer:
Place of Manufacturer:
Manufacturer’s Catalogue Number
and Drawing Numbers
Material of Fuse
Weight of Each Fuse (kg)
Weight per Crate (kg)
Time-Current Characteristics of Fuse Attached? YES/NO
Cut-off current Characteristics of Fuse Attached? YES/NO
I2 t Characteristics Attached? YES/NO
Dimensional details of the fuse Attached? YES/NO
Prospective Breaking Current (kA)
Breaking Capacity (kA)
Minimum Breaking Current (A)
Power dissipation at rated current (W)
Energy rating of the striker pin (J)
Details of Fuse End caps:
End cap Material
Type of Plating
Thickness of plating (micron)

SIGNATURE OF TENDERER: _________________________________

DATE: ________________

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18. Attachment 2 – Technical Document Checklist

CLAUSE PARTICULARS UNITS

Ref.
Have full and comprehensive details been submitted WITH the tender documents
associated with each of the following items?
5.3 Time-current characteristics of the fuse links Yes/No
5.4 Drawings showing critical dimensions Yes/No
6 Type Test certificates Yes/No
8.2 Documentary evidence of the Quality System Certification of Yes/No
BOTH the SUPPLIER and the MANUFACTURER (including
Capability Statement)
9 Availability of samples Yes/No
11 Service Performance Yes/No
12 Comments on Reliability Yes/No
13 Training Materials (availability) Yes/No
14 Environmental Considerations (availability) Yes/No
15 Completed Attachment 1 and 2 including other information Yes/No
requested therein

NAME OF TENDERER:

ADDRESS OF TENDERER:

SIGNATURE: FOR AND ON BEHALF OF TENDERER

DATE: ______________________

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