NEUTRAL GROUNDING RESISTOR

Power Resistor PT. POWER SYSTEM INDONESIA

Introduction

NEUTRAL GROUNDING RESISTOR

Feature
Neutral Grounding Resistors are used for resistance
• Stainless-steel or NiCr resistor elements
grounding of industrial power system. They are generally
• Current transformer included (EN 60044-1)
connected between ground and neutral of transformers,
• Bolted resistor element connections instead of
generators and grounding transformers. Neutral
welded connections in order to be able to assemble
Grounding Resistors are used in order to limit maximum
spare parts on site immediately
fault current to a value which will not damage the
• Typically, RAL 7032 (and others) painted
equipment in the power system, yet allow sufficient flow
• Typically, 2 mm hot dip galvanized steel enclosure
of fault current to operate protective relays to clear the
• Typically, 1.5 mm Stainless steel enclosure
fault. Although it is possible to limit fault currents with
• High thermal capacity to absorb high currents
high resistance Neutral Grounding Resistors, phase to
• High altitude ratings
ground short circuit currents can be extremely reduced.
• Custom made lifting eyes provide secure lifting
As a result of this fact, protection devices may not sense
• Rugged shock-resistant construction
the fault. Therefore, it is the most common application to
limit single phase fault currents with low resistance
Resistors are designed to absorb a large amount of
Neutral Grounding Resistors.
energy without exceeding temperature limitations
defined in IEEE 32. Neutral Grounding Resistors
manufacture can be used for indoor and outdoor and
the neutral point is connected with a porcelain bushing
or with a (minimum cross-section = 70 mm2 copper or
95 mm2 aluminum) high voltage (XLPE) cable from the
bottom, top or side. The most common protection
degree preferred for Neutral Grounding Resistors is IP
23 as it allows the resistor elements to cool easier and
they can be used both at sea shores and deserts
because the resistor elements are completely stainless
steel and does not get affected by extreme conditions.
Neutral Grounding Resistors are shipped with
Functional maintains and installation guidelines. In maintains and
• Reducing single phase fault currents which occur in M.V. installation guidelines, recommended relay settings for
electrical networks to prevent damages on transformers and each Neutral Grounding Resistor are stated as well.
generators provides complete technical assistance in order to
• Reducing temporary over voltages occurred by braking meet your specifications or site conditions.
instantaneous fault current, . Providing long-life for
switchgear
• Reducing step voltages to a harmless level for staff
NEUTRAL GROUNDING RESISTOR
Power Resistor PT. POWER SYSTEM INDONESIA

SPECIFICATION

NEUTRAL GROUNDING RESISTOR

Scope Resistors

This specification covers the design, manufacture and The resistive elements shall be low temperature
testing of high-voltage, low-resistance type Neutral coefficient, resistor grade stainless steel of sufficient mass
Grounding Resistors (NGR) for installation outdoors onto a to withstand the rated current and prescribed duty.
concrete pad or power transformer.
The resistors shall be mounted in corrosion resistant
support frames, using stainless-steel hardware.
Applicable Standards
The entire resistor assembly shall be mounted on
The NGR shall be designed, manufactured and tested as per
insulators rated for the system voltage.
the latest revisions of IEEE-32.
All resistor terminals and interconnections between
Enclosures resistor units shall be stainless-steel using stainless- steel
hardware including lock washers. High
The frame of the enclosure shall be made from structural current connections shall be spot or TIG welded as
steel angles welded together, or bolted together with appropriate.
stainless-steel hardware. The top of the enclosure shall be
solid, slightly overhung and sloped. Connections between resistors and bushings or current
It shall be embossed with stiffening ribs. The enclosure shall transformers shall be solid copper or stainless steel bus or
have forged eyebolts in each corner for lifting purposes. copper cables.

The bottom of the enclosure shall be screened with

expanded or perforated metal with openings of 1/2" or less.
This screening shall be welded or bolted in and is not
removable. It shall be elevated 4 to 6 inches above the base
of the unit.

Bolt-on side covers on all four sides shall be used. Screened

covers may be furnished for certain applications. Stainless-
steel hardware shall be used. Louvered or screened
openings shall not exceed 1/2".

A durable nameplate, permanently attached to one side

cover shall show the manufacturer and the complete rating.
Painted enclosures shall be suitably cleaned, primed and
painted. Stainless-steel and aluminum enclosures (in
particular) shall be protected from scratching during
manufacture, assembly and shipment.
NEUTRAL GROUNDING RESISTOR
Power Resistor PT. POWER SYSTEM INDONESIA

Description Unit Specification

NEUTRAL GROUNDING RESISTOR

Operation Voltage * kV 20
Max operation voltage* kV 24
Ohmic value at 25 C* Ohm 40 (±10%)
Rate short time current* A 300
Rate continuous current* A 30
Operating duration Sec 10
Duty Cycle - 300 A 10 Sec
Miminum cooling down time 1 hour
Maximum resistance ratio AO °C / % <50 %
Resistor Material - Grid Stainless Steel
Insulation (EN 60273) - Porcelain and air
Resistor temperature rise max C <760
Max ambient temperature C <55
Protection degree (EN 60529) IP IP 23 outdoor / indoor
Input/output (EN 60137) Cable
Dimension* mm 2000MM X 1400MM X 1200MM
Disconnecting Switch* A N/A
Current transformer (EN6004)(EN6004) A 300/5, 5P20
Weight/shipping position KG ± 550 kg
Stainless /Powder Coating/Hot Dip
Enclosure
Galvanize/ Zincalum

*: Customized as per User Request

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Power Resistor PT. POWER SYSTEM INDONESIA

PROJECT REFERENCE

NEUTRAL GROUNDING RESISTOR

N Customers Project Spek NGR Qty
o
1 PT. Navitas PT. Rekind 6,3 kV 400 A 9 Ohm 1 Unit

2 PT. Cahaya Sejati Metal PT. Indonesia Power 11 kV 100 A 38 Ohm 6 Unit

3 PT Schneider Indonesia TPS Surabaya Peti Kemas 6,6 kV 100 A 38 Ohm 3 Unit
PT. MEIDEN ENGINEERING
PT KRAKATAU STEEL 6,6 kV 100 A 38 Ohm 2 Unit
4 INDONESIA
5 PT. NINDYA JOIN ARIA GI PLN Bandara Soetta Terminal 3 20 kV 1000 A 12 Ohm 1 Unit

6 CV. Kartika GI PLN Raja Ampat Papua 20 kV 300 A 40 Ohm 1 Unit

7 PT. Arena Maju Bersama PLTGB TAYAN Kalimantan Barat 9 x 1000 KVA 20 kV 300 A 40 Ohm 4 Unit

8 PT. Rimau Elektrik PLTU Tamiyang 2 x 3 MW 20 kV 300 A 40 Ohm 2 Unit

1 Unit
PT. BBG PLTMG Bontang 20 kV 300 A 40 Ohm
9
PLTMH Lambursari 20 kV 4 A 2400 Ohm 2 Unit
PT. Califpena
10 6,3 kV 4 A 800 Ohm
11 PT. Venturindo PT. Venturindo 20 kV 300 A 40 Ohm 2 Unit
12 PT. Intan Mufakat GI PLN Cielungsi – Jonggol II 20 kV 1000 A 12 Ohm 2 Unit
PT. BME (Berkat Manunggal
TPS Surabaya Peti Kemas 6,6 kV 100 A 38 Ohm 2 Unit
13 Energi)
PT. Teknik Integrasi Mandiri PLTD Tersebar PT. PLN Area Ambon 20 kV 300 A 40 Ohm 6 Unit
14
15 PT. Fautran Gawai Nusantara PT. Gunung Madu Plantations Lampung 20 kV 80 A 180 Ohm 2 Unit
PT. Mandiri Dinamika Modification Synchronising Panel SOCI
3,3 kV 100 A 19 Ohm 1 Unit
16 Sejahtera (MDS) Medan

17 PT. Megarindo Jaya PT. Megarindo Jaya 20 kV 300 A 40 Ohm 1 Unit

PT. Anugerah Fuji Utama PT. Anugerah Fuji Utama Makasar 400 V 200 A 2 Ohm 3 Unit
18
PT. Adi Teknik Pelindo Surabaya 6,6 kV 100 A 38 Ohm 1 Unit
19
1 Unit
PT. Califpena PLTU Baturaja 20 kV 300 A 40 Ohm, 3 LBS
20
2 Unit
PT. Indokomas PLTU Berau 2 x 7 MW 6,6 kV 4 A 10 kVa
21
4 Unit
PT. Industira PLTMH Ciromoang 4 x 3 MW 6,6 kV 4 A 10 kVa
22
4 Unit
PT. Industira PLTU Ampana Sulawesi 20 kV 80 Ohm 150 A
23

Office Addres/ Workshop : Jl. Kampung Kaum No 12

Cielungsi Bogor 16820
Website : www.powersys-indo.com
Email : [email protected]
Phone : 021 - 22967831
NEUTRAL GROUNDING RESISTOR
Power Resistor PT. POWER SYSTEM INDONESIA

PROJECT REFERENCE

NEUTRAL GROUNDING RESISTOR

N Customers Project Spek NGR Qty
o
Proyek PLN Scattered Diesel Power
PT. Altrak 1978 20 kV 300 A 40 Ohm 45 Unit
24 Plant 800 kW & 1000 kW
25 PT. Papua Aulia Mandiri Proyek PLN GI Jayapura 20 kV 150 A 80 Ohm 2 Unit

26 CV. Satrindo Perkasa PLTMH Lodagung Blitar 20 kV 23,5 A 500 Ohm 1 Unit

27 PT. Gansar Jaya PT. Sampoerna Tbk 20 kV 100 A 200 Ohm 1 Unit

Office Addres/ Workshop : Jl. Kampung Kaum No 12

Cielungsi Bogor 16820
Website : www.powersys-indo.com
Email : [email protected]
Phone : 021 - 22967831