What is BS EN 60270‒ Partial discharge measurements about?
BS EN 60270 is an international standard that covers guidelines for high-voltage test techniques.
BS EN 60270 is applicable to the measurement of partial discharges which occur in electrical apparatus, components, or systems when tested with alternating voltages up to 400 Hz or with direct voltage.
BS EN 60270 defines the terms used, the quantities to be measured, describes the test and measuring circuits as well as defines the analogue and digital measuring methods required for common applications.
BS EN 60270 also specifies methods for calibration and requirements of instruments used for calibration, test procedures, gives some assistance concerning the discrimination of partial discharges from external interference.
Who is BS EN 60270‒ Partial discharge measurements for?
BS EN 60270 on partial discharge measurements is useful for:
- Manufacturers and suppliers of Partial discharge monitors
- Electrical power system engineers
- Partial discharge testing providers
- Designers of electrical power system
Why should you use BS EN 60270‒ Partial discharge measurements?
Partial discharge measurement is the evaluation of localized electrical discharge that only partially bridges the insulation between conductors, and which can or cannot occur adjacent to a conductor.
BS EN 60270 gives you the provisions for drafting the specifications relating to partial discharge measurements for specific power apparatus. It deals with electrical measurements of impulsive (short-duration) partial discharges, and reference is also made to non-electrical methods primarily used for partial discharge location.
BS EN 60270 is primarily concerned with electrical measurements of partial discharges made during tests with alternating voltage, but it also helps the users with specific problems that arise when tests are made with direct voltage.
What’s changed since the last update?
BS EN 60270:2001+A1:2016 supersedes BS EN 60270:2001, which is withdrawn.
