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DL/T 266-2023 in English

DL/T 266-2023 in English

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Guide for measurement of impulse grounding grid parameters

  • Issued on:2023-05-26
  • Implemented on:2023-11-26
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Introduction

Background of Standard Revision and Technological Evolution

As a key standard for grounding device testing in the power industry, DL/T 266-2023 has been comprehensively upgraded for grounding performance evaluation under transient conditions such as lightning overvoltage. Compared with the 2012 version, the main additions are:

Technical dimension 2012 version New in the 2023 version
Test object Foundation grounding device Added special tests for vertical grounding body and large horizontal grounding network
Safety assessment Basic electrical parameters Added step voltage and secondary equipment counter-voltage measurement
Measurement method Conventional impedance test Clearly define zero potential point positioning technology and interference suppression measures

Analysis of core test items

5.1 Electrical integrity test

It is required to use a continuity tester (resolution ≤1mΩ) to detect the connectivity of the grounding grid. Key points to note:

  • The test range should cover all connection points between the main grounding grid and the independent grounding body
  • The reference point selection should avoid the severely corroded area, and the grounding electrode lead-out terminal should be used preferentially

5.2 Impact grounding impedance test

The 8/20μs standard impulse wave is used to simulate the lightning current. Key parameter requirements:

Grounding body type Current amplitude (kA) Measurement accuracy
Horizontal grounding grid ≥10 ±5%
Vertical grounding electrode ≥5 ±7%

Implementation suggestions and risk prevention and control

Typical application scenarios

A test case of a 500kV substation shows that after adopting the new version of the standard:

  • The impulse impedance value is reduced by 15-20% compared with the power frequency test result
  • The local potential gradient exceeds the standard area through zero potential point measurement

Safety Tips: When the test voltage exceeds 10kV, the GB 26861-2011 safety specification must be implemented and a double isolation area must be set.

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