Application of Frequency Response Analysis Technique to Detect Transformer Tap Changer Faults
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Abstract
Power transformers are located in the electrical transmission and distribution networks where different voltage levels are needed. The turn ratio of the low voltage and high voltage windings is mechanically controlled by an on-load tap changer or de-energized tap changer. As the tap changer is the transformer’s only moving part, it is highly susceptible to mechanical failure and aging degradation. While some diagnostic tools have been used to determine the mechanical condition of tap changer contacts, not much attention was given to use the frequency response analysis to diagnose the transformer’s tap changers’ mechanical integrity. This paper is taking one step forward into maturing the application of the frequency response analysis (FRA) technique to detect transformer tap changer faults. In this regard, two common tap changer faults are created, and experimental testing for four FRA test configurations is conducted. For a better understanding of the tap changer fault mechanism, an electrical equivalent circuit model is proposed and designed using Simulink. The simulation and implementation of the equivalent circuits using MATLAB\R2018a.
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OpenAlex topics: Power Transformer Diagnostics and Insulation · High voltage insulation and dielectric phenomena · Magnetic Properties and Applications
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Department of Power Electrical, Faculty of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, University Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, 86400 Batu Pahat, Johor, Malaysia
Department of Electrical Engineering, College of Engineering, Majmaah University, AlMajmaah 11952, Saudi Arabia
Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, Curtin University, Bentley, WA 6152, Australia
Yanbu Industrial College (YIC), Alnahdah, Yanbu Al Sinaiyah, Yanbu 46452, Saudi Arabia
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