Evaluation of the Characteristics of Alternative Oils for Retro Filling Power Transformers and for Use in New Transformers (Phase 2)

Apr 2013

Electricity Distribution

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Status: Live

Start Date: Apr 2013

End Date: Unknown

Funding Licencee(s): UK Power Networks

Contact: UKPN Innovation Team

Funding Mechanism Innovation Funding Incentive

Research Area: None

Core Technology(ies): Heat Pumps

Estimated Expenditure: £350,000.00

Introduction: Evaluation of the characteristics of alternative oils for retro-filling power transformers and for use in new transformers.

Objectives: To assess various alternative substances that could be used as the insulating medium for power transformers, and to undertake electrical tests on insulation materials to validate the aging, environmental and safety advantages claimed.