Quantitative Evaluation of Reflection Characteristics of Power Distribution Equipment during TDR Measurement

Abstract

The authors propose an effective method of fault location utilizing TDR measurement in overhead distribution systems. Past studies have shown that reflected waves from accident points such as short circuits, ground faults, and disconnections can be observed in overhead distribution systems. In addition, it is known that the retaining insulators and pulling insulators of overhead power distribution line cause reflected wave because these equipment act as capacitor. On the other hand, although there are many other distribution facilities, the reflection characteristics cannot be evaluated quantitatively. Based on the above, the purpose of this study is to create an equivalent circuit model for TDR measurement for various distribution facilities existing in the overhead distribution system. For modeling, an equivalent circuit model is created by the power system instantaneous value analysis program XTAP, and the experimental results and simulation results are compared and evaluated.