Transformer Tightness Test with Vacuum: Step-by-Step Procedure, Leakage Calculations
The transformer tightness test with vacuum (also called vacuum drop test or leakage test) is a quality assurance procedure that […]
Testing and Commissioning
November 2025
Testing and Commissioning
How To Test The Phase Sequence of Transmission Lines: Step-by-Step Procedure
When a new transmission line is commissioned or when a transmission line is re-energized after maintenance, one of the most
Testing and Commissioning
Offline Signature Analysis of Transmission Line: Fault Detection & Preventive Maintenance
Offline signature analysis is a non-destructive testing technique used to monitor the health and condition of transmission lines when they
Testing and Commissioning
Transmission Line Parameters Measurement Test: Z1, Z0, and Zn (Step By Step)
Transmission line parameters are the foundation of power system protection, analysis, and operation. Positive sequence impedance (Z1), zero sequence impedance
Testing and Commissioning
Conductor Continuity Test of Transmission Line: Step By Step Test Procedures & Examples
When a new overhead transmission line is constructed or after maintenance work is completed, it’s crucial to verify that all
Testing and Commissioning
Tan Delta Test of Transformer Oil: Procedures, Standards & Acceptable Limits
The Tan Delta Test (also known as Dissipation Factor Test or Dielectric Loss Test) is one of the most sensitive
Operation & Maintanence
Maintenance of DOL Starters: Step-by-Step Procedure with Testing and Checklist
A DOL (Direct-On-Line) starter is one of the most common and cost-effective devices used to control and protect low-power motors
Testing and Commissioning
Transformer Tightness Test With Dry Air or Nitrogen Purging: Step-by-Step Procedure
When a power transformer arrives at a substation or project site, it often comes in an unassembled condition. Various components
Electrical Machines
What is Silica Gel Breather of Transformer? Working Principle, Color Indicator and Air Cell
Transformers are the backbone of electrical power distribution systems. Inside every power transformer, insulating oil plays a critical role—it cools
Power System
What is Short Circuit Level of a Transformer: Definition, Calculation & Examples
Short circuit level, also known as available fault current or fault level, is a fundamental parameter in electrical system design
Blog, Electrical Machines
On Load Tap Changer (OLTC) and Off-Load Tap Changer (OFLTC): Working Principle, Advantages and Disadvantages
If you work with power transformers or study electrical engineering, you’ve probably heard the terms on-load tap changer and off-load
Blog, Practical Applications
3 Way Switch Wiring Diagram: Step-by-Step Installation, Testing & Troubleshooting
A 3-way switch is one of the most practical electrical components used in residential wiring, allowing you to control a single light
Testing and Commissioning
Dissolved Gas Analysis Test of Transformer Oil: Sampling, Lab Analysis, and Interpretation Methods
Dissolved Gas Analysis (DGA) is one of the most critical diagnostic techniques used to assess the internal health of oil-filled
Testing and Commissioning
Winding Resistance Test on Power Transformers: Standards, Procedures & Acceptance Criteria
Winding resistance measurement is a critical diagnostic test performed during transformer commissioning and maintenance to assess the electrical integrity of
Testing and Commissioning
Sweep Frequency Response Analysis Test of Transformer: Step-by-Step Guide
Frequency Response Analysis (FRA), also known as Sweep Frequency Response Analysis (SFRA), is one of the most critical diagnostic tests performed
Testing and Commissioning
Floating Neutral Point Measurement Test of a Transformer: Step-by-Step Procedure
The floating neutral point measurement test is a critical low-voltage electrical test conducted on three-phase transformers (specifically those with star-connected winding) to
Testing and Commissioning
Magnetic Balance Test of a Transformer: Step by Step Procedure, Connection Diagram & Acceptable Limits
The magnetic balance test of a transformer is a critical diagnostic procedure performed exclusively on three-phase transformers to verify the proper distribution of magnetic
Testing and Commissioning
Polarity Test of Single Phase Transformer: Step by Step Procedure, Circuit Diagram, Additive & Subtractive Polarity
The polarity test of a single phase transformer is a fundamental electrical test performed during transformer commissioning and maintenance to determine the
Testing and Commissioning
How to Do Vector Group Test of Transformer: Conditions, Diagrams & Procedures
The vector group test is one of the most critical pre-commissioning tests performed on three-phase transformers to verify the phase