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Title: KKS Coding Standard Unique Identifier: 240-93576498

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DISCLOSURE

Compiled by Approved by Authorised by

………………………………….. ………………………………….. …………………………………..

J. Mathebula Keoagile tiro L. Fernandez
Senior CM Technician Drawing Office: Middle Asset Information
Manager Management: Senior
Manager
2020/06/18
Date: …………………………… 19/06/2020
Date: …………………………… 2020/07/01
Date: ……………………………

Supported by SCOT/SC/TC

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Mmabatho Gabonewe
SCOT/SC/TC Chairperson
22/06/2020
Date: ……………………………

PCM Reference: 32-1286

SCOT SC Number/Name: SC09a – Data and Configuration Management
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CONTENTS
Page
1. INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................................................................... 4
2. SUPPORTING CLAUSES ........................................................................................................................................ 4
2.1 SCOPE .............................................................................................................................................................. 4
2.1.1 Purpose ..................................................................................................................................................... 4
2.1.2 Applicability................................................................................................................................................ 4
2.2 NORMATIVE/INFORMATIVE REFERENCES .................................................................................................. 4
2.2.1 Normative .................................................................................................................................................. 4
2.2.2 Informative ................................................................................................................................................. 4
2.3 DEFINITIONS .................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.3.1 Disclosure Classification ........................................................................................................................... 5
2.4 ABBREVIATIONS AND CODES ....................................................................................................................... 5
2.5 ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES .................................................................................................................... 6
2.6 PROCESS FOR MONITORING ........................................................................................................................ 6
2.7 RELATED/SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS ......................................................................................................... 6
3. KKS CODING RULES AND STRUCTURE ............................................................................................................. 6
3.1 BASIS OF KKS .................................................................................................................................................. 6
3.2 SCOPE OF KKS CODING ................................................................................................................................ 7
3.3 TYPES OF CODES ........................................................................................................................................... 7
3.3.1 Process-related code ................................................................................................................................ 7
3.3.2 Point of installation code ........................................................................................................................... 7
3.3.3 Location code ............................................................................................................................................ 8
3.4 NOTATION OF CODES .................................................................................................................................. 10
3.5 KKS RELEVANT SYMBOLS IN P&ID’s AND PRINCIPLE SKETCHES ......................................................... 10
3.6 COUNTING DIRECTION PRIORITIES ........................................................................................................... 10
3.6.1 Counting Rules Within a Unit .................................................................................................................. 10
4. PROCESS RELATED IDENTIFICATION .............................................................................................................. 12
4.1 KKS CODE STRUCTURE ............................................................................................................................... 12
4.2 CONTENTS OF DATA CHARACTERS .......................................................................................................... 12
4.2.1 Break Down Level 0 (Total Plant)............................................................................................................ 12
4.2.2 Break Down Level 1 (System code) ........................................................................................................ 14
4.2.3 Break Down Level 2 (Equipment code) ................................................................................................... 21
4.2.4 Break Down Level 3 (Component code) ................................................................................................. 24
5. POINT OF INSTALLATION IDENTIFICATION ..................................................................................................... 26
5.1 BREAK DOWN LEVEL 0 (TOTAL PLANT) ..................................................................................................... 26
5.2 BREAK DOWN LEVEL 1 (INSTALLATION UNIT CODE) ............................................................................... 26
5.3 BREAK DOWN LEVEL 2 (INSTALLATION SPACE CODE) ........................................................................... 27
5.4 BREAK DOWN LEVEL 3 (COMPONENT CODE) .......................................................................................... 28
6. IDENTIFICATION OF LOCATION ......................................................................................................................... 28
6.1 BREAK DOWN LEVEL 0 (TOTAL PLANT) ..................................................................................................... 28
6.2 BREAK DOWN LEVEL 1 (STRUCTURE CODE)............................................................................................ 29
6.3 BREAK DOWN LEVEL 2 (ROOM CODE) ....................................................................................................... 31
6.3.1 Identification by numbering ..................................................................................................................... 31
6.3.2 Identification by Field Raster (Grid square) ............................................................................................. 31
7. CODING RULES FOR CABLES ............................................................................................................................ 31
7.1 CABLE NUMBER COUNTING RULES ........................................................................................................... 31
7.2 CABLE RACK NUMBERING ........................................................................................................................... 32
8. AUTHORISATION .................................................................................................................................................. 34

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9. REVISIONS ............................................................................................................................................................ 34
10. DEVELOPMENT TEAM ....................................................................................................................................... 35
11. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS .................................................................................................................................... 35
APPENDIX A : CABLE NUMBERING ....................................................................................................................... 36
APPENDIX B : AN NUMBERING RULES APPLICABLE TO ANKERLIG OCGT .................................................... 37

FIGURES
Figure 1: Break down levels for various types of codes ............................................................................................... 8
Figure 2: Correlation of the examples with the engineering disciplines for process-related code ............................... 9
Figure 3: Correlation of the examples with the engineering disciplines for point of installation code .......................... 9
Figure 4: Correlation of the examples with the engineering disciplines for location code ............................................ 9
Figure 5: Boiler and Turbine House counting directions ............................................................................................ 11
Figure 6: Common Plant counting directions.............................................................................................................. 11
Figure 7: Total plant unit numbering in coal power plant ............................................................................................ 13
Figure 8: Unit numbering in hydro power plant .......................................................................................................... 13
Figure 9: Spray system identification .......................................................................................................................... 16
Figure 10: Unit systems identification for Coal Plant .................................................................................................. 17
Figure 11: Unit systems identification for Pumped Storage Plant .............................................................................. 17
Figure 12: Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) Plant unit systems ............................................................................... 18
Figure 13: Identification of unit systems in Gas Power Plant ..................................................................................... 19
Figure 14: FN Consecutive Numbering ....................................................................................................................... 20
Figure 15: FN Decadic Numbering .............................................................................................................................. 20
Figure 16: Interfaces ................................................................................................................................................... 21
Figure 17: Pump unit identification ............................................................................................................................. 23
Figure 18: Coal conveyor system identification .......................................................................................................... 24
Figure 19: Pump unit component identification .......................................................................................................... 25
Figure 20: Pump system identification ........................................................................................................................ 26
Figure 21: Point of installation identification ............................................................................................................... 27
Figure 22: Structures Classification in Coal Power Plant ........................................................................................... 30
Figure 23: Structures Classification in Gas Power Plant ............................................................................................ 30

TABLES
Table 1: Total Plant Coding ........................................................................................................................................ 12
Table 2: Coding letters and designations of the main group F1 as given in the KKS Key Part .................................. 15
Table 3: Interface definitions ...................................................................................................................................... 21
Table 4: Applicable function Keys and the designated groups .................................................................................. 29
Table 5: Cable rack identification ............................................................................................................................... 33
Table 6: Cable Numbering .......................................................................................................................................... 36
Table 7: Exceptions in Cable Numbering ................................................................................................................... 36

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1. INTRODUCTION
Plant Coding is the cornerstone of the configuration management and other management information
systems. It is of utmost importance that standardised application thereof is used. Standardized
application of coding across Eskom’s Plants is critical in eliminating non-uniform identification of plant,
system, equipment and components in all power stations.
The principle is to use the latest Kraftwerk Kennzeichnen System (KKS) coding as defined by the
Technische Vereinigung der Grosskraftwerk Betreiber E.V (VGB) organisation, of which Eskom is a
member. Deviations from the VGB standards are not permitted, and if the VGB codes prove to be
unsuitable for a specific plant type or configuration, Eskom will make application to the relevant VGB
Technical Committee for a solution.

2. SUPPORTING CLAUSES

2.1 SCOPE
This standard specifies the rules and guidelines that shall be followed in KKS identification of plant,
systems, equipment and components in all Eskom’s KKS power plants. It outlines the specifications for
identification in different engineering disciplines (i.e. mechanical, electrical, civil and control &
instrumentation).
It covers KKS plant coding applicable in gas, hydro, pumped storage and solar power plants. Nuclear
and wind power plant coding is not covered in this standard.

2.1.1 Purpose
The purpose of this document is to establish a standardized KKS coding rules for identification of plant,
systems, equipment and components in all Eskom’s KKS power plants.

2.1.2 Applicability
Application of KKS Coding Standard is mandatory in all coal, gas, hydro and solar power plants unless
otherwise stated. All parties working with Engineering and Generation shall comply with the contents of
this document.

2.2 NORMATIVE/INFORMATIVE REFERENCES

Throughout this Standard, the following dated and undated standards are referred to. These normative
and informative referenced documents shall, to the extent specified herein, form a part of this standard.

2.2.1 Normative
[1] VGB-B 105E 7th Edition 01/2010 KKS Guidelines
[2] VGB-B 106A E Part A Edition 2004 KKS Application Explanations
[3] VGB-B 105E-KKS Part B1 Identification in Mechanical Engineering.
[4] VGB-B 105E-KKS Part B2 Identification in Civil Engineering.
[5] VGB-B 105E-KKS Part B3 Identification in Electrical, Control and Instrumentation Engineering.
[6] VGB-B 105E-KKS Part B4 Identification in Control and Instrumentation in Process System.
[7] VGB-B 106D1 KKS Application Explanations for Hydro Power Plants

2.2.2 Informative
[8] DIN 40719 Part 2 (IEC 750)
[9] 240-109607736 KKS Key Part Standard
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[10] 240-53114190 Internal Audit Procedure

[11] 240-53665024 Engineering Quality Manual
[12] 240-109607450 Plant Identification Work Instruction

2.3 DEFINITIONS
Definition Description
Component Specific machine consisting of parts that perform a certain action to support the
operation of an equipment.
Equipment Set of interacting machines and/or components that perform specific action within
a plant process system or network system
Functional Group A functional group integrates all related plant and field equipment required to make
that piece of the plant operational.
Key Part Key Part is a plant classification system catalogue of KKS Codes to be used to
classify power plant structures, systems, equipment and components.
KKS Code The KKS Code is an approved identification code for power plants, sections of the
plant, equipment, items of the equipment and its consists of alpha letters (A) and
numbers (N). The code is divided in four (0-3) BDL’s in the process related code
and in three (0-2) BDL’s in the point of installation code and the location code.
Plant Industrial site consisting of systems of technology used to perform specific set of
functions.
Plant Breakdown Structure The hierarchical structure developed to breakdown a plant in relation to its
systems, subsystems and components.
Plant Coding It is an approved system of identifying the plant, plant items such as systems,
subsystems and components.
Power-Plant/Station/house Power station/plant or powerhouse is an industrial facility for the generation of
electric power.
System An organized, purposeful structure that consists of interdependent and interrelated
equipment. i.e. pumping system, Boiler system, etc.

2.3.1 Disclosure Classification

Controlled Disclosure: Controlled Disclosure to external parties (either enforced by law, or
discretionary).

2.4 ABBREVIATIONS AND CODES

Abbreviation Description
BDL Break Down Level
CE Electrical quantities according to the KKS Key Part
CM Configuration Management
CSP Concentrated Solar Power
IEC International Electrotechnical Commission
ISO International Organization for Standardization
KKS Kraftwerk Kennzeichnen System (German term for Power plant Classification system)
kV Kilovolt
OCGT Open Cycle Gas Turbine
P&ID Process and instrumentation diagram

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Abbreviation Description
PBS Plant Breakdown Structure
QA Quality Assurance
QC Quality Control
QMS Quality Management System
Rev Revision
SOC State Owned Company
V Volt
VGB Technische Vereinigung der Grosskraftwerk Betreiber E.V (Major Power Plant Users
Association)
Code Description
A1 A2 Equipment code classification
A3 Equipment code subdivision
AN Mechanical, electrical and C & I equipment numbering
B1 B2 Component classification (component key)
BN Component numbering
F1 F2 F3 Function/installation unit/structure classification element
FN System/installation unit/structure subdivisions
Fo Identical systems/installation units/structures in a unit
G Total plant

2.5 ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

It will be the responsibility of the Configuration Management Manager to control and manage the
contents and implementation of this standard. Coding practitioners shall be responsible for the
application of codes on plants, systems, equipment and components. Contractors and Eskom
employees shall apply codification system as stipulated in this standard.

2.6 PROCESS FOR MONITORING

This document shall be monitored through Internal Audit Procedure (240-53114190) as well as
Engineering Quality Manual (240-53665024).
This document shall be reviewed every 3 years from the last date of issue or when there are significant
changes to the applicable VGB standards.

2.7 RELATED/SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS

All referenced documents.

3. KKS CODING RULES AND STRUCTURE

3.1 BASIS OF KKS

The purpose of the KKS coding rules for Power Plants is to identify plants, sections of plants and items
of equipment according to task, type and location, as defined in VGB-B 105E 7th Edition 01/2010 KKS
Guidelines [1]. It is to be used by all engineering disciplines for planning, construction, operation and
maintenance. The KKS coding system was developed taking IEC and ISO standards together with the
DIN 40719 Part 2 (IEC 750) [8] into consideration. KKS guidelines were formulated with the following
objectives and considerations:

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 Uniform identification for all types of power stations and any connected processes.
 Sufficient capacity and detail for identification of all systems, equipment, components and structures.
 Sufficient capacity for extension to accommodate new technologies.
 Interdisciplinary applicability to mechanical, civil, electrical engineering, control and instrumentation
combined with ability to identify according to process functions, points of installation and locations.
 Consideration of the national and international standards.
 Non-language based to ensure international usability.

The KKS guidelines do not contain rules on:

 Combination of the code with other identification systems (This shall be covered in power station
specific coding standards).
 Methods of marking, e.g. in control rooms, local control stations, labelling off components and
identification of documents.
 Open text abbreviations.

3.2 SCOPE OF KKS CODING

This KKS coding standard specifies the identification plant systems, equipment and components in all
Eskom’s KKS power plants. KKS coding identification system shall be allocated according to their
function, type and location, in relation to KKS Key Parts definitions and the VGB guidelines.
As a minimum, all plants shall be coded as follows:
 According to process functions: All plant shall be coded to KKS breakdown level 3.
 According to points of installations: Electrical and instrumentation devices in installation units (e.g.
cabinets, panels, console) shall be coded to KKS breakdown level 3.
 Location code: Plant structures shall be coded to KKS breakdown level 2.
 Cables coding: Cables shall be coded with either source or destination equipment KKS Code
followed by a sequential four-digit number and optional four alpha characters.

3.3 TYPES OF CODES

KKS as defined by the VGB has three different types of codes to satisfy various requirements employed
on the identification of plants, sections of plants and items of equipment in power stations, which can be
used together or separately. These codes are the process-related code, the point of installation code and
the location code. These codes are subdivided into three and four Break Down Levels (BDL).

3.3.1 Process-related code

Process/function related identification of systems and items of equipment according to their function in
mechanical, civil, electrical and control and instrumentation engineering. Examples are pipes, pumps,
valves, motors, measurements, switches, transformers etc.

3.3.2 Point of installation code

Identification of points of installation of electrical and control and instrumentation equipment in
installation units e.g. in cabinets, panels, consoles, etc.

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3.3.3 Location code

Identification of locations of various structures, such as dams, tunnels, buildings, floors, rooms and fire
areas. This code is used to identify the location of mechanical components in the same manner as the
point of installation code is used in electrical and control and instrumentation engineering.
The three type of codes use the same hierarchically structured identification pattern, which are
subdivided into a maximum of four breakdown levels.
The following Figure 1 shows the role of the codes on different BDL’s.

BDL 0 1 2 3

Process-related System Equipment Component

identification
= Total plant
code unit code code

Point of installation Installation Installation Component

identifcation
+ Total plant
unit code . space code code

Location Structure
identification
+ Total plant
code
Room code

Prefix symbol Breakdown symbol

Figure 1: Break down levels for various types of codes

KKS Codes are recognized by a prefix symbol in front of level 0 and a breakdown symbol in accordance
with DIN 40719, Part 2 as follows:
Process-related identification symbol ‘=’
Point of installation identification symbol ‘+’
Location identification symbol ‘+’
The “full stop” breakdown symbol for point of installation identification must always be written. The prefix
symbols may be omitted if the information content of the codes remains unambiguous.

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0 1 2 3
Total Plant System Equipment unit Component

Process-related code
Total Plant System code Equipment unit Component code
code
Mechanical engineering Unit System Pump unit Pump
Unit Structure, floor Rolling door Motor
Civil engineering Unit
Structure, floor Fan unit Fan
Control and instrumentation (for Unit System Measuring Transducer
circuit
mechanical and civil engineering) Structure, floor Measuring Temperature
Unit circuit sensor
System Open-loop Pushbotton
Unit control
Unit Unit coordinate Closed-loop
level control Controller
Unit Switchgear Switchgear Fuse
assembly
Electrical and control and
instrumentation engineering Unit Transformer Fan unit Motor

Unit Transformer Measuring Indicator

circuit
Unit Transformer Terminal box Terminal block
Electronic Measuring
equipment Smoke detector
Unit circuit
cabinet
Unit Structure floor Junction box Telephone jack

Figure 2: Correlation of the examples with the engineering disciplines for process-related code

Point of installation code Installation unit Installation Component

Total plant
code space code code
2 Tier/Space
Electrical and control and Unit Switchgear Fuse
Electronical
instrumentation Unit equipment Tier/Space
engineering Terminal Block
cabine

Unit Control console Coordinate Indicator

Figure 3: Correlation of the examples with the engineering disciplines for point of installation
code

Location code Total plant Structure code Room-code

2 Room/coordinates
Unit Structure, floor
Civil engineering Unit Outdoor area Coordinates

Figure 4: Correlation of the examples with the engineering disciplines for location code

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3.4 NOTATION OF CODES

Codes shall be written with single spacing between break down levels (unit, system, equipment and
component) to avoid misinterpretation as shown below:
N NAAANN AANNNA AANN

3.5 KKS RELEVANT SYMBOLS IN P&ID’s AND PRINCIPLE SKETCHES

In P&IDs, the following symbols indicate KKS Code, limit functions and piping sections:

The symbol "pin with empty head" is used to identify the limits of functions
and sub-functions. A typical implementation is the change of the following
functions: G, F0, F1/F2/F3, FN.

The symbol "pin with full head" is used to identify the limits of piping sections.
A typical implementation is the change of the following pipe subsystem: BN.

N NAAANN The “flag” symbol is used to present the marking of pipelines. The direction of
BR001 the flag indicates the medium flow direction.

N NAAANN The extended “flag” symbol is used to present the marking of pipelines in
BR001 which the medium flow direction changes according to the operating
condition.

N NAAANN The “connection reference” symbol indicates incoming or following systems.

N NAAANN The symbol pointer between connected systems represented on different
P&IDs contains BDL System Code as minimum information.

3.6 COUNTING DIRECTION PRIORITIES

Counting and numbering in all KKS Coded Power plants shall be governed by the following principles:
 Direction of numbering shall be established based on the direction of flow of energy and materials
as often as possible.
 Numbering shall start anew when one of the preceding code element changes.
 Numbering shall be done in units or decades depending on the system, that is being used.
 Numbering direction inside the unit shall be from left to right, bottom to top, front to rear or inside to
outside but the direction of flow takes precedence over physical position of the plant. In cases where
this is not clear, the P&ID should be referred to.

3.6.1 Counting Rules Within a Unit

 Counting directions within a boiler house shall be determined from a position facing the boiler as
shown in Figure 5.
 Counting directions within a turbine house shall be determined from a position facing the turbo-
generator as shown in Figure 5.
 Counting direction for common plant (outside unit) shall be determined from a position facing the
power station from across the HV yard as shown in Figure 6.

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Figure 5: Boiler and Turbine House counting directions

Figure 6: Common Plant counting directions

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4. PROCESS RELATED IDENTIFICATION

4.1 KKS CODE STRUCTURE

The KKS Code structure shall be according to the VGB standards, rules and guidelines.
The KKS Code consists of alpha letters (A) and numeric(s) (N). The code is divided into 4 (0-3) BDL´s in
the process related code. The individual BDL are differently formatted. They consist of classifying and
numbering code elements. The alpha code elements F1, F2, F3, A1, A2, and B1, B2 have a classifying
function. The code elements G, F0, FN, AN, A3 and BN have a numbering function.

Serial number
0 1 2 3
of BDL
Title of BDL Total plant System code Equipment code Component code

Data character G F0 F1F2F3 FN A1A2 AN A3 B1B2 BN

Type of key N N AAA NN AA NNN A AA NN

4.2 CONTENTS OF DATA CHARACTERS

4.2.1 Break Down Level 0 (Total Plant)

Serial number
0 1 2 3
of BDL
Title of BDL Total plant System code Equipment code Component code

Data character G F0 F1F2F3 FN A1A2 AN A3 B1B2 BN

Type of key N N AAA NN AA NNN A AA NN

Total Plant:
Total Plant (G) shall be used to represent a common plant or a plant unit within a power station and this
shall apply to all Eskom KKS green-field power plants.
The position G defines unit number(s) or common plant:
G=0 for any common plant
G=N N indicating plant unit number (For power generating plant, a ‘Unit’ is defined as an entity that
can be independently connected to the grid for purposes of power generation).
Coding in all Eskom power plants shall use numeric characters (N) on total plant coding, and alpha (A)
when there are more than 9 units.
Table 1: Total Plant Coding
Total Plant Coal power plant Hydro power plant Gas power plant
G=N Power station unit Power station unit Power station unit
G=0 Common Plant Common Plant Common Plant

The data character G does not change irrespective of the power plant type as shown in Table 1.
Coal plant unit numbering shall be from left to right from a position facing the flow direction of material
and energy (coal in, electricity out) as shown in Figure 7.

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Figure 7: Total plant unit numbering in coal power plant

Hydro power plant unit numbering shall be from left to right facing the direction of flow of water.

Figure 8: Unit numbering in hydro power plant

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4.2.2 Break Down Level 1 (System code)

Serial number
0 1 2 3
of BDL
Title of BDL Total plant System code Equipment code Component code

Data character G F0 F1F2F3 FN A1A2 AN A3 B1B2 BN

Type of key N N AAA NN AA NNN A AA NN

The system code subdivides the total plant into main systems. It consists of the prefix (F0) and function
classification element (F1, F2, F3) as well as the numbering element (FN).
The first character in this BDL (F0) shall be used to subdivide identical systems in (F1 - F3), which have to
be coded separately. When there is one system then this position shall be coded as 0 (zero). When
there are more than one system they shall be numbered in units (e.g. 1, 2, 3...), and in the case of
refurbishment additions, the numbering shall be extended from the existing numbers.
The classification codes for (F1, F2, F3) are specified in the 240-109607736 KKS Key Part Standard [9]
and no deviations shall be permitted. If the KKS Codes do not suit the particular technology or plant type,
Eskom will formally approach the VGB for additions to the Key Part. It is not permitted to use keys that
are “blocked” in the code.
Coding letters and designations of the main groups F1 applicable to coal, gas and hydro power plants as
given in the KKS Key Part:
A Grid and distribution
B Power transmission and auxiliary power supply
C Instrumentation and control equipment
D Blocked
E Conventional fuel supply
F Handling of nuclear equipment
G Water supply and discharge
H Conventional heat generation
J Nuclear heat generation
K Nuclear auxiliary system
L Water, steam and gas cycle
M Main machine set
N Process energy supply for external users (e.g. district heating)
P Cooling water system
Q Auxiliary system
S Ancillary system
T Blocked
U Structure
V Blocked
W System for regenerative energies

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X Heavy machinery (not main machine sets)

Y Blocked
Z Workshop and office equipment
The coding letters T, V and Y shall not be used as they are blocked by VGB for future use. Coding letters
I and O shall not be used as stipulated by the VGB guidelines.

Table 2: Coding letters and designations of the main group F1 as given in the KKS Key Part
Types of Power Station
Coal Hydro Gas Solar
A x x x x
B x x x x

C x x x x
E x x x
G x x x x
H x x
L x x x
System
Classification M x x x x
(F1)
P x x x x
Q x x x x
S x x x x
U x x x x
W x

X x x x x
Z x x x

“x” denotes applicable function key.

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Example 1: Identification of a spray system in a process-related identification

Serial number of BDL 0 1 2 3

Title of BDL Total Plant System Equipment Unit Unit component
Example Common plant Spray water system Pump unit Pump

Data character G F0 F1F2F3 FN A1A2 AN A3 B1 B2 BN

KKS Code =0 0 SGC 10

Figure 9: Spray system identification

Example 2: Identification of unit systems in a process-related identification
Serial number of BDL 0 1 2 3
Title of BDL Total Plant System Equipment Unit Unit component
Data character G F0 F1F2F3 FN A1 A2 AN A3 B1 B2 BN
0 M
=1
Main machine
0 MA
=1
Turbine system
0 MAA
=1
High pressure turbine
0 MAB
=1 Intermediate pressure
KKS Code turbine
0 MAC
=1
Low pressure turbine

0 MKA
=1
Generator rotor
0 HA
=1
Pressure part system
0 EAC
=0
Coal conveyor

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The above examples are selected systems from a coal fired power plant displayed in Figure 10.

Figure 10: Unit systems identification for Coal Plant

Figure 11: Unit systems identification for Pumped Storage Plant

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Figure 12: Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) Plant unit systems

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Figure 13: Identification of unit systems in Gas Power Plant

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System Code FN is a numbering code element which subdivides systems classified in F1F2F3 into
subsystems and system sections and plants into sections of plants. Its numbering is governed by
priorities (e.g. run pipe and branch pipe) or by a defined direction of view (e.g. from left to right from
bottom to top).The direction of FN numbering must coincide as a rule with that of flow of fluid, energy or
materials.
FN numbering shall follow either consecutive or decadic numbering scheme (e.g. 21, 22, 23, etc for
consecutive numbering and 10, 20, 30, etc. for each decadic numbering) as shown in Figure 14 and
Figure 15.

Figure 14: FN Consecutive Numbering

Figure 15: FN Decadic Numbering

4.2.2.1 System code for Heavy Machinery

Certain 'components' such as steam turbines used as drives for feed water pumps can require so many
identification details that, as ‘Heavy machinery', they need separate system codes in order to permit
identification of all associated mechanical equipment units and electrical, control and instrumentation
facilities. The system codes for such heavy machinery are fixed as X in main group F1.

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4.2.2.2 Interfaces
There are sections of the Function Key which indicate interfaces as shown below:
From From excl. …. To excl. To
Incl. incl.

Figure 16: Interfaces

The boundaries definitions and meanings are given below:

Table 3: Interface definitions

Legends for the limits
From ‘incl’ Means including the mentioned component
From ‘excl’ Means excluding the mentioned component
To ‘excl’ Means excluding the mentioned component
To ‘incl’ Means including the mentioned component

4.2.3 Break Down Level 2 (Equipment code)

Serial number
0 1 2 3
of BDL

Title of BDL Total plant System code Equipment code Component code

Data character G F0 F1F2F3 FN A1A2 AN A3 B1B2 BN

Type of key N N AAA NN AA NNN A AA NN

The equipment unit code divides the system (BDL 1) into the relevant equipment. The equipment unit
code consists of equipment unit classification A1, A2 and numbering element AN, as well as the additional
code A3. The AN number is a consecutive number which is used to number identical equipment, which is
identified by A1, A2, within the same system. Grouping is done according to AN Numbering (4.2.3.1).
The following coding letters and designations of the main groups A1 are applicable for coal, hydro and
gas power plants as given in the Equipment Unit Key in the Key Part:
A Mechanical equipment (machinery including driven or hand operated).
B Mechanical equipment (plant)
C Direct measuring circuit
D Closed-loop control circuit
E Analog and binary signal conditioning
F Indirect measuring circuit
G Electrical equipment
H Sub-assembly of main and heavy machine

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Classification for A2 and the associated designations are given in the KKS Key Part (Equipment Unit
Key). The path for looking up items in the Equipment Unit Key is governed by the same rules as that for
the Function Key. A1 and A2 shall be coded as per Key Part and no deviations shall be accepted. The
VGB Technical Committee on Technical Classification Systems may reserve unused A1 and A2 data
characters.

4.2.3.1 AN Numbering
AN - Numbering of mechanical equipment, electrical and control and instrumentation equipment.
Code AN numbering shall follow specific counting rules for particular equipment type groups, with
increment in ones.
Counting rules for code AN as they appear in the KKS Key Part:
This shall be applicable to all KKS Power Stations with the exception of Ankerlig OCGT. Refer to
Appendix B for AN counting rules applicable to Ankerlig OCGT.
When coding different types of valves, dampers including actuators, rupture discs, etc., coding and
numbering for AN, when data character A1A2=AA, shall be as follows:
001-099 Analogue operated control valve
101-199 Binary operated valve with electrical actuator
201-299 Binary operated valve with pneumatic, hydraulic or solenoid actuator
301-399 First isolating valve for measuring devices at the tapping point
401-499 Drain and vent valve
501-599 Hand operated valve (except the valve referred to 301-399 and 401-499)
601-699 Mechanically operated valve (except the valve referred to 301-399 and 401-499)
901-999 Safety valves

Coding and numbering of AN for direct measuring circuits such as pressure, level, position, etc., is as
follows, when data character A1A2=C*, (* denotes all direct measuring circuits as per KKS Key Part
except CE):
001-099 Analogue remote measurement
301-399 Binary remote measurement
401-499 Test and adjustment measuring point
501-599 Local measurement
601-699 Temporary measuring circuit
901-999 Combined measuring circuit

Coding and numbering of AN for electrical measurement and when data character A1A2=CE, shall be as
follows:
101-199 Voltage measurement
201-299 Current measurement
301-399 Frequency measurement
401-499 Megawatt
501-599 Megavolt ampere reactive

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601-699 Kilowatt hour
701-799 Kilovolt ampere reactive hour
801-899 Power factor
Coding and numbering of AN for electrical measurement and when data character A1A2=GS, shall be as
follows:
101-199 Breakers
201-299 Isolators
601-699 Earth Switches
Code Position A3 shall be used for coding pilot valves, multiple drives or measuring circuits sharing a
common sensor. It further subdivides the AN identification code and denote additional information as per
the VGB guidelines. If not used, this position shall remain blank.
Example 3: Identification of an equipment unit (pump unit)
Serial number of
0 1 2 3
BDL
Title of BDL Total Plant System Equipment Unit Unit component
Common
Example Spray system Pump unit Pump
Plant
Data character G F0 F1F2F3 FN A1 A2 AN A3 B1B2 BN

KKS Code =0 0 SGC 10 AP 001

Figure 17: Pump unit identification

Example 4: Identification of coal conveyor system coupled with multiple drives and motors

Serial number of BDL 0 1 2 3

Title of BDL Total Plant System Equipment Unit Unit component

Data character G F0 F1F2F3 FN A1A2 AN A3

0 ECB 11 AF 001 A

First drive
KKS Code =0
Conveyor system AF 001 B
Second drive

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Figure 18: Coal conveyor system identification

4.2.4 Break Down Level 3 (Component code)

Serial number
0 1 2 3
of BDL
Title of BDL Total plant System code Equipment code Component code
Data character G F0 F1F2F3 FN A1A2 AN A3 B1B2 BN
Type of key N N AAA NN AA NNN A AA NN

The component code subdivides equipment units into separate components, signals or signal
applications. The component code consists of component classification B1, B2 and numbering element
BN.
The following coding letters and designations of the main groups B1 applicable for coal, hydro and gas
power plants are given in the component key in the Key Part:
- Electrical component
K Mechanical unit components (production)
M Mechanical unit components (auxiliary)
Q Instrumentation and control component (non-electrical)
X Signal origin
Y Signal application
Z Gated signal
The associated designations for subgroup B2 are given in the applicable Key Part (Component Key). B1
and B2 shall be coded as per Key Part.

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Example 5: Identification of a unit component (pump)
Serial number of
0 1 2 3
BDL

Title of BDL Total Plant System Equipment Unit Unit component

Common
Example Spray system Pump unit Pump
Plant

Data Character G F0 F1F2F3 FN A1 A2 AN A3 B1 B2 BN

KKS Code =0 0 SGC 10 AP 001 KP 01

Figure 19: Pump unit component identification

Example 6: Potable water pump system and a subdivision

Serial number of
0 1 2 3
BDL

Title of BDL Total Plant System Equipment Unit Unit component

Example Common Plant Spray system Pump unit Pump

Data character G F0 F1 F2 F3 FN A1 A2 AN A3 B1 B2 BN

0 GKC 10 AP 010 -M 01

Motor

MK 01
KKS Code 0
Potable water pump
Pump unit Coupling
system
KP 01

Pump

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00 GKC10 AP010

-M01
MOTOR

MK01
COUPLING

KP01
PUMP

Figure 20: Pump system identification

5. POINT OF INSTALLATION IDENTIFICATION

This shall be used for identification of points of installation for electrical and control and instrumentation
devices in installation units (e.g. in cabinets, panels, consoles).
Serial number
0 1 2 3
of BDL

Title of BDL Total plant Installation unit code Installation space code Component code

Data character G F0 F1F2F3 FN A1A2 AN A3 B1B2 BN

Type of key N N AAA NN . AA NNN A AA NN

5.1 BREAK DOWN LEVEL 0 (TOTAL PLANT)

Code position G shall be used to define a common plant or a unit number where:
G=0 for a common plant,
G=N for unitised plants
Total plant numbering shall apply to all Eskom KKS Coded power plants.

5.2 BREAK DOWN LEVEL 1 (INSTALLATION UNIT CODE)

F0 supplements classifying information for installation units referred to in (F 1 - F3). It shall only be used if
there are more than one identical installation units identified in the subsequent alpha characters which
shall be coded separately, otherwise it shall be coded as 0 (zero).
The alpha characters (F1-F3) classify subdivision of installation units e.g. cubicles, consoles, cabinets,
panels. It shall be coded as per KKS Key Part.
Coding letters and designations of the main groups F1 from the Function Key:
A Grid and distribution system
B Power transmission and auxiliary power supply
C Instrumentation and control equipment
Special engineering discipline-specific rules apply to installation unit classification in connection with
other F1 main groups.

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The classifying part of the point of installation code serves to identify hardware facilities such as
switchgear, electronic equipment cabinets and control consoles. The coding letters A, B, C of the main
group F1 are identical for both process-related and point of installation identification. Allocation of the
many unreserved F2 and F3 data characters is governed by the individual plant concept, i.e. by aspects
such as auxiliary power system configuration, hardwired control and instrumentation in conventional
technology or combined cabinets or programmable logic systems. Generally valid rules cannot be
established.
The subdivisions in F2 and F3 are given in applicable Function Key.
FN shall number subdivisions of installation units. Its numbering starts anew when the preceding code
numbering changes.

5.3 BREAK DOWN LEVEL 2 (INSTALLATION SPACE CODE)

Code position A1 and A2 shall denote the vertical subdivision rows of installation locations in installation
units.
Code position AN denotes the horizontal subdivision rows of installation locations in installation units.
Code position A3 is an additional code designated for special installation of components or further
subdivision of AN.
Example 7: Point of installation identification
Serial number of BDL 0 1 2
Title of BDL Total Plant Installation unit code Installation space code
Low-voltage distribution
Example Unit 1 Installation space
board
Data character G F0 F1F2F3 FN A1 A2 AN A3

KKS Code +1 0 BFA 03 . CA 001

Figure 21: Point of installation identification

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5.4 BREAK DOWN LEVEL 3 (COMPONENT CODE)
Serial number
0 1 2 3
of BDL
Title of BDL Total plant Installation unit code Installation space code Component code
Data character G F0 F1F2F3 FN A1A2 AN A3 B1B2 BN

Type of key N N AAA NN . AA NNN A AA NN

The component code consists of component classification B1, B2 and numbering element BN.
Code position shall classify components, signals or signal applications.
Coding letters and designation of main group B1 for components are given in the component key and for
signals and signal applications.
The following coding letters and designations of the main groups B1 are applicable for coal, hydro and
gas power plants as given in the component key and for signals and signal applications:
- Electrical component
K Mechanical unit components (production)
M Mechanical unit components (auxiliary)
Q Instrumentation and control component (non-electrical)
X Signal origin
Y Signal application
Z Gated signal
The associated designations for subgroup B2 are given in the applicable Key Part (Component Key). B1
and B2 shall be coded as per Key Part.
Code position BN shall be used to number components, signals or signal applications.

6. IDENTIFICATION OF LOCATION
The location code identifies structures, floors, rooms and fire areas in order to provide unique addressing
of physical location, section and items of equipment in power plants. Location identification applies to all
engineering discipline including civil, mechanical, electrical, control and instrumentation engineering .
Serial number of BDL 0 1 2

Title of BDL Total plant Structure code Room code

Data character G F0 F1F2F3 FN A1A2 AN A3

Type of key N N AAA NN AA NNN A

6.1 BREAK DOWN LEVEL 0 (TOTAL PLANT)

Code position G shall be used to define a common plant or a unit number where:
G=0 for a common plant,
G=N for unitised plants
Total plant numbering shall apply to all KKS Coded power plants.

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6.2 BREAK DOWN LEVEL 1 (STRUCTURE CODE)
Code position Fo shall number similar structures within the parts of the plant identified in level 0.
Code positions F1 F2 F3 shall classify the subdivisions of structure according to the Function Key
specified by the KKS Key Part. Coding letters and designation for the main group F 1 from the Function
Key is as follows:
U Structure
The subdivisions in F2 and F3 shall be taken from each applicable Function Key.
The coding letters used in F2 are largely identical to those of the main group F1 of the KKS for example;
F1 = G Water supply disposal
Associated structures for water supply and disposal
F1F2 = UG Structures for water supply and disposal
Consequently groups of structures are established in F2 on the basis of the process features. The
following are the coding letters and designations of groups F1F2 given in the Function Key:

Table 4: Applicable function Keys and the designated groups

F0 F1 F2 F3 FN Text

- U A - - Structures for grid and distribution systems

- U B - - Structures for power transmission and auxiliary power supply
- U C - - Structures for instrumentation and control
- U E - - Structures for conventional fuel supply and residues
- U G - - Structures for water supply and disposal
- U H - - Structures for conventional heat generation
- U L - - Structures for steam-, water-, gas-cycles
- U M - - Structures for main machine sets
- U N - - Structures for process energy supply
- U P - - Structures for circulating (cooling) water systems
- U S - - Structures for ancillary systems
- U T - - Structures for auxiliary systems -
- U V - - Structures for chemical flue gas treatment incl. residue removal
- U X - - Structures for external systems (power plant specific)
- U Y - - General service structures
- U Z - - Structures for transport, traffic, fencing, gardens and other purposes

The code position FN shall be used in numbering subdivision of structures into floors, storey, platforms,
elevators etc. Numbering direction shall be from the floor at the lowest level upwards and it shall start
anew for each structure.
Classfication of structures in coal and gas power plants is represented in Figure 22 and Figure 23
according to the applicable function keys in Table 4.

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UV
UV

UE UH
UG UA

Figure 22: Structures Classification in Coal Power Plant

Figure 23: Structures Classification in Gas Power Plant

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6.3 BREAK DOWN LEVEL 2 (ROOM CODE)
Room code shall identify physically separated and logically defined rooms/areas in structures and in
open areas.
Physically separated rooms in structures shall be identified by numbering the rooms. Logically defined
rooms/areas in open areas shall be identified by numbering of Field Raster or grid squares.

6.3.1 Identification by numbering

Code position A1 shall identify rooms and fire areas. The identification letters and designations for the
main group A1 are:
R Room
S Fire area (must always be written)
Code position A2 shall be “M”.
Code position AN shall be used in numbering rooms and fire areas in each floor. Numbering of A N shall
start from 001 with increment in unit numbers.
Code position A3 shall be used to denote additional code for subdivision of room number.

6.3.2 Identification by Field Raster (Grid square)

Serial Number of
0 1 2
BDL

Definition Total Plant Structure Code Room-code

Data character G Fo F1 F2 F3 FN A1 A2 AN A3

KKS N N AAA NN A A N NN A

Classification of Room
Data character A1=R shall be included always
Field raster on high value (alphanumeric)
The numeric data character can be omitted
Field raster on easting (numeric)
Additional code (for subdivision of grid)

7. CODING RULES FOR CABLES

All cables in the plant shall be numbered according to the VGB standard of numbering cables.
Eskom shall use process-related or point of installation code in part for classifying element.
They shall be numbered sequentially from a common database to avoid duplication.

7.1 CABLE NUMBER COUNTING RULES

Breakdown Level 1 code identifies either the origin/source or the destination from which the cable is laid,
followed by a four-digit counting number. The four numerals represent consecutive cable numbers
depending on the voltage level for grouping purposes within the cable number as shown in Appendix A.
The first digit of the four numeric data characters identifies the application area, the other three number
cables within that area. Breakdown Level 1 code shall be assigned the KKS Code of either the cable

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source or destination which is first in alphabetical order (e.g. if system 1 0MFX 10 is connected to the
system 1 0CXA10 then 1 0CXA NNNN is the cable number).
To ensure that cable numbers are not duplicated, an optional classification is added. This consists of
four alpha characters, first two (BB) identifying the F1 and F2 functions of the source or destination of the
cable, and the second two (CC) identifying the contractor responsible for the design of the cable.
Cable Number structure.
Serial Number of BDL 0 1 2 3
Additional
BDL title Group Location Cable number
classification
Type of character (A/N) NAAA N N N N AA AA
Example 1 0CXA 4 0 0 1 BB CC

Cable from cubicle related to Unit 1: 1 0CXA

Cable number: 4001

Additional classification: BB CC

Whole cable number: 10CXA 4001 BBCC

7.2 CABLE RACK NUMBERING

Cable racks are identified according to their location, voltage level, function and type of rack.
BDL 1 of the identification code shall represent the location code of the rack while FN codes shall classify
the cable racks according to the voltage level and function of the cables installed as shown in Table 5:

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Table 5: Cable rack identification

Serial No. of breakdown level 1

Identification of data character FN Voltage level/function

10 Control and instrumentation cable ≤ 60V AC or DC

11 Optic fibre cables
12 Fire detection cables
20 LV control and power cable (> 60V and ≤1kV AC or
DC)
21 LV small power and lighting cable from distribution
boards to equipment (> 60V and ≤1kV AC or
DC)
30 3.3kV MV power cable
31 18kV MV power cable
40 400kV HV cable
50 Specialised segregated racks

For racks containing mixed voltages, the cable voltage rack allocation for FN shall follow the highest
voltage.

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8. AUTHORISATION
This document has been seen and accepted by:-
Name & Surname Designation
Louis Fernandez Senior Manager, Data and Information Management
Dr. Riekie Swanepoel Chief Technologist
Nomfundo Mtshali Arnot D&S Manager
Rudi Sono Camden D&S Manager
Olloff Nel Duvha D&S Manager
Mpho Sekonyela Grootvlei D&S Manager
Anari van Greuning Hendrina D&S Manager
Pieter Schimper Kriel D&S Manager
Godfrey Mthombene Komati D&S Manager
Nathi Mazibuko Lethabo D&S Manager
Anthony Mashabane Majuba D&S Manager
Mpho Rikhotso Matimba D&S Manager
Ettienne Van Zyl Matla D&S Manager
Mehendra Maharaj Middle Manager, Maintenance
Leonard Mathebula Senior Technician, Draughting
Abdul Gire Peaking D&S Manager
Chuma Mketo Plant Configuration Management Manager
Siyasanga Dayile Senior CM Configuration Technician
Solly Masina Plant Configuration Management Manager
John Bartlett CM Coding Specialist
Jabulane Mathebula Senior CM Coding Tecnician
Renier Smal CM Coding Specialist
Xolani Gumede CM Coding Technician
Ndabanhle Nxumalo CM Coding Technician
Mboniseni Sangweni CM Coding Technician
Nicholas Maluleke CM Coding Technician
Benny Lesejane Senior CM Configuration Technician
Nomvuyo Luthuli CM Configuration Technician
Nkululeko Jama CM Configuration Technician

9. REVISIONS
Date Rev. Compiler Remarks
May 2016 0.1 J. Mathebula Developed first draft
May 2016 0.2 J. Mathebula Draft Document for Comments Review
June 2016 0.3 J. Mathebula Updated comments by the Compiler
July 2016 0.4 J. Mathebula Jabulane requested document for changes
July 2016 1 J. Mathebula Final Document for Authorisation and Publication
June 2017 1.1 J. Mathebula Updated to remove old References

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Date Rev. Compiler Remarks

June 2017 2 J. Mathebula Final Rev 2 Document for Authorisation and Publication
June 2018 2.1 L. Koech Updated Cable Numbering, Applicability and FN Consecutive
and Decadic Numbering (Paragraph 4.2.2).
July 2018 2.2 L. Koech Updated Comments from Internal Review
th
06 July 2018 2.3 L. Koech Final Draft Document for Comments Review Process
th
27 July 2018 2.4 L. Koech Final Draft for Approval and Authorisation after review
June 2020 3 J. Mathebula Final Rev 3 Document for Authorisation and Publication

10. DEVELOPMENT TEAM

The following people were involved in the development of this document:
 T. Banda
 L. Koech
 T. Tshabalala
 R. Smal
 J. Bartlett
 J. Mathebula
 P. Macnamara

11. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
 N/A

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APPENDIX A: CABLE NUMBERING
Breakdown Level 2 of cable identification structure is 4 numerals which represent the consecutive cable
number depending on the voltage level for grouping purposes within the cable number.
Cable numbering as shown in Table 6 is applicable to Arnot, Duvha, Hendrina, Kriel, Lethabo,
Majuba, Matimba, Matla and Tutuka Power Stations
Table 6: Cable Numbering

NNNN Application Example

0001 to 0999 AC power cables > 1kV 400kV
1001 to 1999 AC power cables ≤ 1kV 230/400V AC
2001 to 2499 DC power cable 110V or 220V DC 110V or 220V DC (power cable)
2501 to 3999 Control cable > 60V DC 110V or 220V DC control cable
4001 to 4499 Control cable ≤ 60V DC fire fighting
4501 to 5999 Control cable ≤ 60V DC 24V DC control cable
6001 to 6499 Measuring cable current transformer
6501 to 6999 Measuring cables voltage transformer
7001 to 7999 Measuring cables Pt 100, vibration, ultra-sensor
8001 to 8999 Communication cables 48V DC
9001 to 9999 Special cables Fibre optic, coax

Cable numbering stated in Table 7 below are applicable to Camden, Grootvlei, Kendal, Komati,
Medupi, Kusile and CSP Upington Power Stations only.

Table 7: Exceptions in Cable Numbering

NNNN Application
0001 – 0999 Power Cables >1kV
1001 – 1999 Power Cables ≤ 1kV
2001 – 3999 Control Cables >60V
4001 – 9999 Control Cables ≤ 60V

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APPENDIX B: AN NUMBERING RULES APPLICABLE TO ANKERLIG OCGT

Number Range (NNN) Valves (AA..) Pipes (BR..) Measuring Circuits (C..)
001 – 050 Valves in main pipes
051 – 100 Motor operated valves 001 – 080:
Main Pipes
101 – 150 Actuated valves analog measurement

151 – 190 Control valves

080 – 100:
Suction and pressure binary measurement
191 – 199 Safety valves relief lines on safety
valves
201 – 250 Check valves
Not used For testing equipment
251 – 299 Not used
Isolating equipment for Pressure lines for
301 – 399 Not used
measuring measurement
Drains, flushing pipes,
Valves in drains and
401 – 499 pressure suppression Acceptance test
flushing pipes
pipes
501 – 599 Valves for venting Venting Local measuring circuits
Valves for sampling and Sampling and
601 – 699 Not used
proportioning proportioning pipes
Valves for internal
701 – 799 Internal control pipes Blocked
controls
801 – 899 Not used Not used Blocked
Grouped measuring circuits
(e.g. Multipoint selector
901 – 999 Not used Not used
switches, multi-channel
recorders)

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