≥1000KV Range
LQHCG 2400KV-400pF Triple-Stage Chopping Gap System
Ultra-High Voltage Transformer Testing Solution
Engineered specifically for 550kV-class power transformer impulse testing, the LQHCG 2400KV-400pF delivers 1800kV+ chopping capability (per IEC 60060-1 requirements) with unmatched ≤0.1μs time deviation. Our triple-stage design ensures reliable operation at 80% of rated 2400kV capacity - the critical range for transformer validation.
Key Specifications
Electrical Parameters
Rated Voltage: 2400kV (peak)
Test Voltage: 1800kV (IEC 1675kV×1.1)
Stage Configuration: 3×800kV
Rated Capacitance: 400pF ±1%
Chopping Time Range: 2-6μs
Mechanical Design
Sphere Gaps: 12 pairs (4 per stage)
Gap Diameter: 150mm semi-sphere
Trigger Pulse: 10kV, 100ns rise time
Time-Delay Pulse: 250kV adjustable
Precision Metrics
Chopping Precision: σ<0.1μs
Time Deviation: <±0.2μs
Control System: Digital μs-setting
Sync Accuracy: <0.3% stage deviation
Transformer Testing Features
IEC-Compliant Voltage
Precisely meets 1.1×1675kV = 1842kV requirement for 550kV transformer tests with 30% safety margin
Optimized Chopping Point
80% voltage operation (1920kV) aligns perfectly with standard transformer test protocols
Multi-Stage Reliability
3-stage design maintains <0.5% voltage imbalance during extended test sequences
Technical Comparison
Capability | LQHCG 2400KV | Standard 2000KV Systems |
---|---|---|
Transformer Test Coverage | 550kV class (IEC 1675kV×1.1) | 500kV class max |
Stage Count | 3 stages | 2 stages |
Chopping Precision | σ<0.1μs | σ<0.3μs typical |
Safety Margin | 30% at 1800kV | 10-15% typical |
Standards Compliance
Certified for all relevant international standards:
IEC 60060-1:2022 High-voltage test techniques
IEEE Std C57.98-2021 Transformer testing
GB/T 16927.1-2022 Lightning impulse tests
EN 60076-3 Power transformer testing
Operational Protocol
Pre-Test Calibration: Verify all 12 sphere gaps within 0.05mm tolerance
Voltage Setting: Configure for 1842kV (550kV transformer test value)
Chopping Adjustment: Set digital control to desired 2-6μs window
Safety Check: Confirm 5m minimum clearance at 2400kV
Post-Test: Automatic discharge sequence engages after each impulse
Maintenance Schedule
Interval | Action | Tolerance |
---|---|---|
Every 20 operations | Sphere gap inspection | ±0.1mm alignment |
Quarterly | Trigger circuit test | 10kV±5% output |
Annual | Full system calibration | IEC 60060-3 Class I |
Why This System?
The LQHCG 2400KV-400pF is the only chopping gap system specifically engineered for 550kV power transformer testing, offering true 1800kV+ capability with laboratory-grade ≤0.1μs precision. With 12 precisely matched sphere gaps and triple-stage voltage distribution, it delivers the reliability and accuracy needed for certification of next-generation UHV transmission equipment.