B2 HVA34 User Manual

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DHV0078 Rev05

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HVA34 | HVA60 | HVA90 | HVA94 | HVA120

HVA30-5 | HVA30-7 | HVA40-5 | HVA54-3 |

HVA54-5 | HVA68-2

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High Voltage Test System

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Page 1 HVA Family HVA34 | HVA60 | HVA90 | HVA94 | HVA120 HVA30-5 | HVA30-7 | HVA40-5 | HVA54-3 | E N G L I S H HVA54-5 | HVA68-2 DHV0078 Rev05 User Manual b2 electronic GmbH Riedstraße 1 6833 Klaus AUSTRIA Tel.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Interrupting a Test ................46 Discharge Status ................. 47 REPORTING PROCEDURE ............ 48 DISCONNECTION PROCEDURE ........... 54 INSTRUMENT CARE ............... 57 ACCESSORIES ............... 58 GLOSSARY AND ABBREVIATIONS ........61 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ........62 © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0078 b2 EN...
Page 4: Introduction
Regarding this Document HVA device This document applies to corresponding HVA units from the first generation. HVA refers to HVA34, HVA60, HVA90, HVA94, HVA120, HVA30-5, HVA30-7, HVA40-5, HVA54-3, HVA54-5 and HVA68-2. Target user This User Manual is designed to inform various user groups. The scope and depth of the information provided may not be appropriate for all users.
Page 5: Documentation Conventions
Red outlined circle with red diagonal line: Used to indicate prohibited practices. The described handling practice is not allowed to be carried out! Blue circle with white exclamation mark: Used to indicate recommended precautionary measures or a situation that can lead to property damage. © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0078 b2 EN...
Page 6 Customer Portal – customers.b2hv.com Register now and get access to a quick and comprehensive support and product database. The b2 Customer Portal is reserved for b2 electronic customers. Register and get: • Information about meetings and training sessions •...
Page 7: Legal Considerations
This warranty and our liability are limited to replacing or repairing defective equipment, at our discretion. Equipment that is returned to b2 must be packed in original packaging. All shipped items must be prepaid and insured. No other warranties are expressed or implied.
Page 8: Safety
Signs must warn all persons of the high voltage test area. • Only qualified electrical technicians should have access to the test area. • Other persons must be accompanied by qualified electrical technicians and must be informed of the risks involved. DHV0078 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
Page 9 Wear high voltage gloves when handling high voltage cables and equipment. WARNING This is a class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0078 b2 EN...
Page 10: Appropriate Applications
• Applied voltage NOTICE Other applications Before proceeding, contact b2 to validate appropriate use! Operator Qualifications HVA operators must be qualified electrical technicians! Proof of required qualifications for working in high voltage domain is mandatory. It is highly recommended that operators have completed an emergency rescue-training program.
Page 12: General Description
Computer interface RS232 & USB flash memory module Built-in memory: up to 50 reports, 40 test sequences Record storage USB memory flash drive: unlimited PC software [included] b2 ControlCenter for Windows Weight 45 kg 19.5 kg 57 kg Dimensions (mm) L x W x H...
Page 13 RS232 & USB flash memory module Built-in memory: up to 50 reports, 40 test sequences Record storage USB memory flash drive: unlimited PC software [included] b2 ControlCenter for Windows Weight 57 kg Dimensions (mm) L x W x H 450 x 340 x 520 Storage temp.
Page 14 -10°C to 50°C Humidity 5-85% non-condensing Technical Specifications are subject to change. b2 reserves the right to modify values in accordance with future HVA development. in combination with locator set (not in scope of supply) | 50 Hz-12 kV feedback protection (optional)
Page 15: Design Features
To protect the unit from transient Protects instrument discharge and transient over voltages circuit • Initial load clearance Improves safety • To check automatically for shorts test at reduced voltages or grounds, during load measurement, before test initiation © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0078 b2 EN...
Page 16 100 V (AC or DC) indication • • Discharge status To indicate when DUT is not fully Improves safety during indication discharged. normal disconnection LED Red lights when residual procedures voltage greater than 100 V DHV0078 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
Page 17: External Interlock And Control
3 General Description External Interlock and Control NOTICE Equipment NOT included Cables for remote control and external lamps are not supplied by b2! External lamp requirements: • Rating: Max 1.2 W • Recommended colors: red, green PINOUT connection (optional) PINOUT connection for EXTERNAL HV ON/OFF (HVA54-5)
Page 18: Shipment Content
Shipment Content Items included in the scope of delivery of the HVA are listed below. The marking specifies items that are country specific. For inquiries, please contact b2. Please note that the items depend on availability and delivery terms. HVA accessories The following items are included in all HVA accessories.
Page 19 HVA68-2 HV Test KEK0086 Power Cord Lead 100 kV 5 m EF/C19 16 A 3 m MC14 black KES0105 Angle Bracket GH0580 Red Clamp 600 A Connector 14 mm with MC 14 mm Socket © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0078 b2 EN...
Page 20 HVA60 HV Test KEK0147 Power Corn 5 m Lead 75 kV PD 5 m 32 A 3x6.0 mm² MC14 KES0105 Angle Bracket GH0580 Red Clamp 600 A Connector 14 mm with MC 14 mm Socket DHV0078 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
Page 21: Design And Construction
Right side panel Orientation Description • Front Test controls and emergency shutdown • HV status information • Right side Cable and power source connections • External connections (for remote controls) • RS232 port/USB flash adapter © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0078 b2 EN...
Page 23 4 Design and Construction HVA30-5, HVA30-7, HVA40-5, HVA54-3, HVA60, HVA68-2, HVA90, HVA94, HVA120 HVA54-5 © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0078 b2 EN...
Page 24 Indicates HV status. Red light indicates  High voltage is ON (possible DANGER)  DUT not discharged residual voltage >100 V) LED green Indicates HV status. Green light indicates  High voltage is OFF DHV0078 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
Page 25: User Interface
The greatest value “10” refers to the darkest background. To select, push in/“click” the navigation knob until “Display Contrast” is highlighted. Rotate the knob to change the value. Push in/“click” to enter the new value. © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0078 b2 EN...
Page 26: Instrument Setup
Set Date and Time cable length when creating test parameters and Reporting: Basic reporting information hereafter. Startup: Main Menu • Distance Unit: Meter Feet Language: English • Meter USB Flash: yes System Info MAIN DHV0078 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
Page 27 Version 1.24.1 • Version: Installed HVA Hardware SN: 0123456789012 • Last Cal. 12/02/2004 SN: HVA unit serial number Ctrl. 80°F – PU 82°F • Last Cal: Date of last calibration • Ctrl.: Temperature MAIN © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0078 b2 EN...
Page 28: Operation Modes
Designed for testing with predefined configuration in order to satisfy specific requirements (e.g. IEEE, IEC standards). • Test sequence must be configured and saved at any time before testing. • Extended reporting most appropriate setting. DHV0078 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
Page 29 Sheath fault Suitable for sheath fault location location mode • Duration is user defined • Pulse user defined (1:3 / 4 s, 1:5 / 4 s, 1:5 / 6 s, 1:9 / 6 s) © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0078 b2 EN...
Page 30 “trip out on arc” mode will immediately switch HV off. Fault detected Burn on arc Trip out on arc Dwell time starts HV still HV automatically DUT energizes DUT discharges Dwell time ends Tripping time recorded Fault conditioned Fault detected DHV0078 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
Page 31 3.0kV Maint. C. HYBR (T) attached Store Rep. to USB Edit Auto Test Seq. Start a New Test No Reports to Store Instrument Settings Manual Mode Display Contrast Reports & Setup Service 13.3.2009 10:23 MAIN © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0078 b2 EN...
Page 32: Test Procedure
The HV test lead must be reconnected before each subsequent test (i.e. repeat procedure as of step S3). Connection diagram: VLF withstand test Connection diagram: sheath test and fault location DHV0078 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
Page 34 See 4.3 – Instrument Setup Select appropriate option from default screen and proceed to appropriate section for further instructions: • See 5.2 – Manual Test Mode or See 5.3 – Automatic Test Mode DHV0078 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
Page 35: Manual Test Mode
• Waveform • Frequency • Duration START Timer: 30 m 0s, report active NOTE: If Reporting is active, screen displays additional info.  DUT 1.0kV Cable XLPE MAIN SETUP Trip out on Arc © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0078 b2 EN...
Page 36 Sheath test Min. = 1 minute; Max. = 15 minutes Set Duration/Timer Set the test “Trip Current”: 1 min • Set Trip Current Min. = 0.1 mA, Max. = 5.0 mA 5.0 mA CANCEL DHV0078 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
Page 37 To modify the value, rotate navigation knob • Voltage limits see 3.1. Technical Specifications To accept the value, push in knob . The dot in upper right hand corner disappears indicating that the test voltage is set. © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0078 b2 EN...
Page 38 T: 00:03 / 15min Manual Mode Finished MR6: Display indicates end of manual test Manual Mode Test Seq. finished successfully Test end Sine 0.1 Hz Test Voltage: 64.0 kVrms Test Duration: 15 min DHV0078 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
Page 39: Automatic Test Mode
Test Voltage: 1.0kVrms Test Voltage: 1.0kVrms Duration 15min Duration 15min Save Sequence Trip out on Arc Trip out on Arc Finished Finished Save or Cancel Save or Cancel CANCEL PREV SAVE CANCEL PREV SAVE © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0078 b2 EN...
Page 40 New Auto Test Seq. AS6: Select one of the following output modes: 1.0kV Cable XPLE • Waveform Sine wave Maintenance • Square wave Waveform for Test? • Sine • CANCEL PREV NEXT • Vacuum bottle test DHV0078 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
Page 41 Set the test “Trip Current”: 60.0kV Vacuum Bottle (Vacuum bottle • Maintenance Min. = 200 µA, only) Test Voltage 1.0kV • Max. = 1000 µA Duration: 1min 0sec Trip Current? 200µA Trip current CANCEL PREV NEXT © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0078 b2 EN...
Page 42 15 min Wave: Sine 0.1/Auto Trip out on Arc CANCEL SAVE TITLE Auto Test Seq. Title For naming directions, see 6 – Reporting Procedure – Report Naming Instructions Edit Title 1.0kV Cable CANCEL SAVE DHV0078 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
Page 43 Start Auto Test Seq. 1.0 kV Cable XPLE Maintenance test sequence Start Auto Test Test Voltage: 1.0 kV rms Duration: 15 min Waveform: sine 0.1Hz Trip out on Reporting active MAIN BACK START © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0078 b2 EN...
Page 44 Press the HV switch within 10 seconds. High Voltage! Press I/O Button to If the HV switch is not activated within the 10-second switch ON High Voltage window, the “Start Auto Test Seq.” screen will reappear. DHV0078 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
Page 45 Display indicates end of auto test Auto Test. finished successfully Test end If Reporting is active, the user can immediately view Sine 0.1 Hz the report. Test Voltage: 1.0 kVrms Test Duration:15 min View the report? © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0078 b2 EN...
Page 46: Interrupting A Test
After test interruption, a message is displayed indicating that the test has been terminated by the user: Manual Mode Finished Manual Mode Test Seq. interrupted by the user at step 1 after 58s Sine 0.1 Hz Test Voltage: 1.0 kVrms DHV0078 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
Page 48: Reporting Procedure
Reporting is possible in both the test modes. To generate a report in the manual mode, the procedure must begin with “Start a New Test” from the main menu. See 5.2 – Manual Test Mode Start a New Test Do you want to store a report? MAIN DHV0078 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
Page 49 “Manual” or “Automatic.” Note that, although some of the following steps (i.e. R1-R3) require entry of identical information as in “Configuring Auto Test. Sequence” (i.e. steps AS2, AS3 and AS4), these steps are not identical! © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0078 b2 EN...
Page 50 User can define up to 3 phases if required Phase? (Extended only) phaseRED MAIN PREV NEXT Start New / Report Details Specify company name DUT: 1.0kV Cable XLPE Company Company Name? (Extended only) company HV MAIN PREV NEXT DHV0078 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
Page 51 Work order Work Order? (Extended only) W.Order: WOO9A MAIN PREV NEXT Start New / Report Details R13: Specify operator name DUT: 1.0kV Cable XLPE Operator Operator Name? (Extended only) operator J.SMITH MAIN PREV NEXT © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0078 b2 EN...
Page 52 Steps MR1-MR6 – run test or use Manual Mode? • To continue in automatic test mode: See 5.3 Select test mode Auto Seq. Manual Steps AS1-AS15 – configure sequence Steps AR1-AR9 – run test MAIN PREV DHV0078 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
Page 53 Duration: 15min Comp: HV Waveform: Sine 0.1Hz S1: 76.1kV 585µA 0.1Hz Region: CHEROKEE Test Interrupted Station: BETA1 at step 1 after 0min. Oper.: J.SMITH by user stop W.Order: WOO9A MAIN SELECT DEL CLR-ALL © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0078 b2 EN...
Page 54: Disconnection Procedure
Discharge and earth the DUT complying with local safety regulations Turn OFF HVA • Turn the HVA main switch Lock HVA in disabled state to prevent unauthorized use: • Turn key switch to OFF position and remove key DHV0078 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
Page 55 Unscrew the test lead from the HV output connector Disconnect power supply cable from power supply plug Disconnect earth • Disconnect the earthing cable from the HVA earthing connector • Disconnect the earthing cable from the DUT Discharge Stick © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0078 b2 EN...
Page 56 Unscrew the test lead from the HV output connector Disconnect power supply cable from power supply plug Disconnect earth • Disconnect the earthing cable from the HVA earthing connector • Disconnect the earthing cable from the DUT DHV0078 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
Page 57: Instrument Care
-25°C to 70°C (-13°F to 158°F) • Humidity: 5-85% non-condensing Maintenance and Repairs NOTICE Authorized personnel only! Repairs and maintenance should only be performed by authorized b2 personnel. One yearly inspection by authorized b2 personnel is recommended. © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0078 b2 EN...
Page 58: Accessories
9 Accessories Accessories Accessories are not included in the scope of standard delivery of the HVA. These items are available for order through b2. For orders, please contact b2. Art. No. Item Description SH5021 TD30 Tan-Delta Set 24 kV SH5023...
Page 59 Discharge Stick 60 kV 1440 r 9 kJ GH0628 Discharge Stick 30 kV 6000 r 4 kJ 750 mm KES0105 Angle Bracket Connector 14 mm GH0610 HVA34 Calibration GH0611 HVA60 Calibration GH0648 HVA30-7 Calibration © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0078 b2 EN...
Page 60 9 Accessories Art. No. Item Description GH0616 HVA90 Calibration GH0627 HVA120 Calibration GH0749 HVA54-3 Calibration GH0750 HVA40-5 Calibration GH0751 HVA68-2 Calibration GH0753 HVA94 Calibration DHV0078 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...
Page 61: Glossary And Abbreviations
(Infinite current flows in a short circuit) To trip Opening the circuit (no current flows in open circuit) Very low frequency • Typically between 0.01-0.1 Hz © b2 electronic GmbH DHV0078 b2 EN...
Page 62: Declaration Of Conformity
11 Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity HVA34 DHV0078 b2 EN © b2 electronic GmbH...

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