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Mobile testing & diagnostics: frida/viola with TD, PD Portable
VLF high voltage testing and diagnostics
• Reasons for high voltage testing and diagnostics
• Milestones: BAUR as a pioneer in VLF testing and diagnostics
BAUR technology
• Advantages of VLF truesinus® technology
• Comparison: VLF testing & VLF diagnostics
• Overview: BAUR mobile VLF systems
• BAUR frida TD
• PD Portable, the partial discharge measurement system
Mobile VLF testing and diagnostics systems
VLF high voltage testing and diagnostics
• Reasons for high voltage testing and diagnostics
• Milestones: BAUR as a pioneer in VLF testing and diagnostics
BAUR technology
• Advantages of VLF truesinus® technology
• Comparison: VLF testing & VLF diagnostics
• Overview: BAUR mobile VLF systems
• BAUR frida TD
• PD Portable, the partial discharge measurement system
Mobile VLF testing and diagnostics systems
Improved safety and operating efficiency for cable networks
High voltage testing and diagnostics with BAUR.
Reasons for high voltage testing and diagnostics:
• The importance of condition-based maintenance planning
is increasing
• Targeted investment – replacement of cable lines where
necessary
• Reduction of power supply interruptions
• Increased competitiveness through the reliability of power
supply
• The most precise information possible on the condition of
cable lines is a competitive advantage
Expertise from the leader in technology
and the world market
• decades of pioneering work and consistent ongoing
development in VLF testing and diagnostics
• careful study of customer requirements
• creating trusting relationships and mutual exchange
Leading the world market can neither be an aspiration nor a goal.
It is the result of
Milestones
in the history of high voltage testing and diagnostics.
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1988 1995 1989
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1980 1991 1999 2006 2010
2007
1950
PGK 45
Milestones
in the history of high voltage testing and diagnostics.
1970 1975 1988
1995
1989
1971
1980 1991 1999 2006 2010
2007
Milestones
in the history of high voltage testing and diagnostics.
1950
1950 - 1970
PGK 70
PGK 120
PGK 150
DC, 50 Hz testing
technology
1975 1988
1995
1989
1971
1980 1991 1999 2010 2006
2007
Milestones
in the history of high voltage testing and diagnostics.
1950 1975 1988
1995
1989 1980 1991 1999
1970
1971
First KMW with testing
technology
2006 2010
2007
Milestones
in the history of high voltage testing and diagnostics.
1950 1975 1988
1995
1989 1991 1999
1970
1980
PGK 25
PGK 50/80
Portable DC testing
1971
2006 2010
2007
Milestones
in the history of high voltage testing and diagnostics.
1950 1975 1988
1995
1991 1999 1970
1988 - 1989
Development of VLF technology:
First VLF 12/0 device to Holland
1971
1980 2006 2010
2007
Milestones
in the history of high voltage testing and diagnostics.
1950 1975 1988
1991 1999 1970
1991 - 1995
PHG 54
Further development of
VLF testing technology
up to 54 kV
1971
1980 1989 1995 2006 2010
2007
First
VLF device
Milestones
in the history of high voltage testing and diagnostics.
1950 1975 1988
2006 1991
1970
1999
PHG 80 shipped
for the first time
1971
1980 1989 1995 2010
2007
First
VLF device
Milestones
in the history of high voltage testing and diagnostics.
1950 1975 1988
1991 1970
2006
First frida series
1971
1980 1989 1995 1999
2010
2007
First
VLF device
Milestones
in the history of high voltage testing and diagnostics.
1950 1975 1988
1991 1970
2007
First viola series
1971
1980 1989 1995 1999
2010 2006
First
VLF device
Milestones
in the history of high voltage testing and diagnostics.
1950 1975 1988
1991 1970
2010/2011
BAUR presents the latest series
of testing and diagnostic devices
frida TD and viola TD
1971
1980 1989 1995 1999
2006 2007
First
VLF device
VLF high voltage testing and diagnostics
• Reasons for high voltage testing and diagnostics
• Milestones: BAUR as a pioneer in VLF testing and diagnostics
BAUR technology
• Advantages of VLF truesinus® technology
• Comparison: VLF testing & VLF diagnostics
• Overview: BAUR mobile VLF systems
• BAUR frida TD
• PD Portable, the partial discharge measurement system
Mobile VLF testing and diagnostics systems
High-performance testing anywhere with VLF truesinus®.
Comprehensive, reliable diagnostics from BAUR. Advantages of VLF truesinus® technology:
• The only absolutely sinusoidal VLF high voltage on the
market
• Voltage shape is independent of load
• Fully symmetrical, thus avoiding space charges in
XLPE cables
• Enables reproducible testing, loss factor measurement
and partial discharge diagnostics
• Suitable for all cable types
load-independent test level
High-performance testing anywhere with VLF truesinus®.
VLF testing vs. VLF diagnostics
Testing cable OK cable defective
Diagnostics non-destructive
tan δ Integral insulation status
PD Location of singular faults
One source. All measurements.
frida TD, viola TD with VLF truesinus®.
Cable testing
cable OK cable
defective
Tan δ
diagnostics
PD diagnostics
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12 30 45 60
Zeit bis zum Überschlag / min
What is
cable testing?
Application and benefits.
• Necessary for laying new cables and commissioning
• Testing with a multiple of the nominal voltage
• Damage to the cable during laying and installation can
be detected
• Test result: “Pass” or “fail”
• VLF truesinus® testing ensures reliable information
VLF truesinus® testing: Breakdowns in XLPE,
PILC mixed cables as a function of testing time
Bre
akd
ow
ns in
%
Time to breakdown / min
What is
cable diagnostics?
Benefits.
• Non-destructive determination of the actual state of the
cable network
• Detecting defects in the insulation before they cause
disturbances
• Lower maintenance costs
• Reliable, non-destructive quality control after new
installations or repairs
• Increased power supply reliability
What is
tan delta loss factor measurement?
Application and benefits.
• Integral measuring method for reliable differentiation of
new and heavily aged cable systems
• Detection of losses in cable insulation from thermal
overload, moisture and joints
• Long-term comparisons of the tan delta measurement
value provides additional trend information
What is
partial discharge (PD) measurement?
Partial discharge measurement enables:
• Quick, reliable evaluation of partial discharge
intensity and location of PD fault locations
• Detection of problems and reduction of damage
• Clear, graphical display for the user
of the entire cable line
VLF high voltage testing and diagnostics
• Reasons for high voltage testing and diagnostics
• Milestones: BAUR as a pioneer in VLF testing and diagnostics
BAUR technology
• Advantages of VLF truesinus® technology
• Comparison: VLF testing & VLF diagnostics
• Overview: BAUR mobile VLF systems
• BAUR frida TD
• PD Portable, the partial discharge measurement system
Mobile VLF testing and diagnostics systems
frida TD
Portable cable testing with integrated tan delta diagnostics
up to 24 kVrms
The BAUR product portfolio covers
all the key requirements of mains operators
viola TD
High performance cable testing with integrated tan delta diagnostics
up to 42 kVrms
The BAUR product portfolio covers
all the key requirements of mains operators
frida TD
Portable cable testing with integrated tan delta diagnostics
up to 24 kVrms
PD Portable
Portable system for locating partial discharges
The BAUR product portfolio covers
all the key requirements of mains operators
frida TD
Portable cable testing with integrated tan delta diagnostics
up to 24 kVrms
viola TD
High performance cable testing with integrated tan delta diagnostics
up to 42 kVrms
Mobile VLF cable testing and diagnostics up to 24 kVrms.
The BAUR high voltage testing and diagnostics device frida TD.
Extra compact, with superior ease of operation.
• NEW: Integrated tan delta measurement
• VLF truesinus®: leading edge testing technology
• Small, compact and lightweight
• Simple operation - optimal for field use
• Expandable to partial discharge diagnostics system
• Diagnostics of 12/20 kV cable – all in one device
• Top precision (1*E-4) for integrated tan delta measurement
• Simple tan delta signalling: OK / CRITICAL / BAD
• Data import/export to the BAUR software
• Testing up to 24 kVrms according to various test standards
• Expandable to partial discharge diagnostics system
Mobile VLF cable testing and diagnostics up to 24 kVrms.
BAUR frida TD.
• VLF truesinus®, VLF square wave and DC in one device
• Testing cables and electrical equipment up to 15 kV • Automatic VLF frequency modification • Cable sheath testing and fault location • Max. capacitive load: 8 µF
• tan delta accuracy: 1*10E-4 / resolution: 1*10E-5
• tan delta measurement frequency: 0.1 Hz
• Weight: 19.5 kg
• Option: Operation with a VSE box to detect leakage currents
• Data import/export to BAUR software via USB stick
Mobile VLF cable testing and diagnostics up to 24 kVrms.
BAUR frida TD.
viola TD
High performance cable testing with integrated tan delta diagnostics
up to 42 kVrms
The BAUR product portfolio covers
all the key requirements of mains operators
Mobile VLF cable testing and diagnostics up to 42 kVrms.
The BAUR high voltage testing and diagnostics device viola TD.
Extra compact, with superior ease of operation.
• VLF testing and diagnostics in one device
• High capacity, compact design
• Reliable information on cable condition with VLF
truesinus®
• Simple operation - optimal for field use
• Expandable to partial discharge diagnostics system
• Diagnostics of medium-voltage cable up to 35 kV – all in
one device
• Top precision (1*E-4) for integrated tan delta measurement
• Simple tan delta signalling: OK / CRITICAL / BAD
• Data import/export to the BAUR software
• Intuitive operation via the BAUR user interface
in 14 languages
• Testing up to 42 kVrms according to various test standards
• Expandable to partial discharge diagnostics system
Mobile VLF cable testing and diagnostics up to 42 kVrms.
BAUR viola TD.
• VLF truesinus®, VLF square wave and DC in one device
• Testing cables and electrical equipment up to 35 kV according to
IEEE400.2: Installation or Maintenance Test • Automatic VLF frequency modification • Cable sheath testing and fault location • Max. capacitive load: 10 µF
• tan delta accuracy: 1*10E-4 / resolution: 1*10E-5
• tan delta measurement frequency: 0.1 Hz
• Option: Operation with a VSE box to detect leakage currents
• Data import/export to BAUR software via USB stick
Mobile VLF cable testing and diagnostics up to 42 kVrms.
BAUR viola TD.
Mobile VLF cable testing and diagnostics in one device.
No external equipment required.
All in one device
• High voltage source
• tan delta measurement unit
• User interface
Competition
High voltage source tan delta measurement unit
User interface
Consideration of leakage currents.
The BAUR VSE box for frida TD & viola TD
• VSE box: Enables consideration of
leakage currents during the tan delta
measurement
• No false results for tan delta measurement
• I_Leak1,2 (leakage currents of end closures)
give false results for tan delta measurement
• Particularly critical for plastic cables
(at low tan delta values)
Measurement with VSE box Measurement without VSE box
Mobile VLF cable testing and diagnostics with frida TD & viola TD.
Mobile VLF diagnostics with top precision.
Integrated tan
delta diagnostics VLF truesinus®
• The most precise mobile tan delta measuring
device on the market
• Particularly with XLPE cables, undesired leakage
currents (at the cable sealing end, for example)
can significantly influence the tan delta
measurement
• The VSE box considers the leakage currents,
which is the only way to achieve precise tan delta
measurement of XLPE cable
• Connecting the VSE box to the frida TD or viola
TD couldn’t be easier VSE box
Precise diagnostics with full mobility.
The BAUR partial discharge diagnostics system PD Portable.
• The most modern non-destructive partial discharge
diagnostics
• Identification and precise location of partial discharges in
cable systems
• Very simple operation with BAUR diagnostics software
• A perfect combination with BAUR’s mobile
VLF truesinus® testing and diagnostics
devices (frida or viola)
Precise diagnostics with full mobility.
The BAUR partial discharge diagnostics system PD Portable.
• Measurement of PD levels typically as of 20 pC
• Location of the PD source with 1% accuracy
• Usable with an external high voltage source
• Weight 19.5 kg (coupling capacitor) / 12.5 kg
(measuring unit) / 3.2 kg (laptop)
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