Fault Level Overview
Find out:
- Is It Really Possible To Measure Fault Level?
- The Immediate Uses of the Outram FLM
- The Benefits of Measuring The Network Fault Level
Reduce network uncertainty with the Outram PM7000 FLM.
See the PM7000 FLMIs it really possible to measure Fault Level?
Yes it is!
The fault level or fault current is the maximum current to flow on a network in the event of a fault.
The PM7000 FLM is an entirely original solution to determine the prospective fault level on a radial network up to 132kV by observing natural disturbances e.g. tap changes and load switching.
Working with Scottish Power Energy Networks under the Innovation Funding Initiative (IFI), Outram Research Ltd has developed, tested and validated the first ever portable Fault Level Monitor that can be connected to a live network. It can produce relatively quick results given adequate disturbances, then be moved easily to another location.
The PM7000 FLM, based on the hardware of the Power Quality Analyser, the PM7000, is available not only as a portable unit but also as a sub-station panel mount instrument and as a vital component of future Active Network Management Schemes (The Real Time Fault Level Monitor).
Please get in touch if you would like us to come and give you a CPD certified training session (1 hour) on ‘The Basics of Fault Level‘.
This Free PDF Download will explain:
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Explain how Prospective Fault Level Monitoring came about
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Show the benefits for customers
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Share some of the pilot and application case studies
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Detail how customers have saved money
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Showcases breadth of support from the Network Operators – the engineers and managers using and endorsing our technology
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Make a wider audience aware of our world-first technology
Immediate Uses of the Outram Fault Level Monitor
- Validate your existing models. Confirm all sources of fault current are included in your predictions.
- Give un-modelled areas a value. Obtain fault level values for areas of the network where models don’t exist or it’s difficult to obtain them, e.g. sections of the 11kV or Low Voltage network.
- Establish local fault level. Measure the fault level at the point of common coupling (PCC) to enable accurate assessment of the impact of harmonic emissions for Engineering Recommendations such as G5/4 and G59/2.
Benefits of measuring the Network Fault Level
- Health and Safety: Identify unknown problems.
Identify and manage previously unknown conditions on the network and mitigate the risk. - Operational: Optimise management of network interconnections.
Find out if it’s possible to make connections where previously thought to be restricted. - New Connection Possibilities: Plan for additional load with more certainty.
Better predict the effect of harmonic emissions e.g. with respect to G5/4. - Financial Rewards: Save money through improved regulatory performance.
Use accurate monitoring to plan re-enforcement more effectively and remove perceived fault level issues. - Environmental: Let your equipment work longer.
Help the environment and save money by not performing unnecessary infrastructure upgrades. - Environmental: Increase renewable generation connection.
Measure the real impact on fault level enabling more and faster connection.
Example 3D Graph Produced by the PM7000 FLM
Read Our Reviews
Luke Taylor08/01/2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I have had the pleasure of working with the Outram's and their Instruments for over 15 years. Their equipment and hire service has never failed. The technical support is second to none and their friendly approach is always appreciated. I have used many alternatives, but for my needs the Ranger PM equipment is the best by far.
Darren Curtis27/07/2023I needed soem support with my Outram kit, and got it within minutes! Can't fault any of them team, but special thanks to Kate for helping me. May i have many more years of service on my PM3000!
Tower Crescent13/10/2021Fantastic equipment. Brilliant onsite support with their G5/5 and Fault Level Monitor equipment.
Simon Lynd08/02/2021I have used Outram Research previously for Power Quality Surveys and G5/4 G5/5 compliance issues. All reports were well presented, on time and well laid out technically. Staff are approachable and customer friendly.
Robert King07/02/2021Whilst under contract to Network Rail [RIDC] Midlands Test Facility at Asfordby, Leicestershire. I was required to investigate the impact on Power Quality of the 25kV Traction Testing being undertaken. I researched suppliers of Power Quality Equipment and on discovering the involvement Outram Research Ltd has with the Electricity Supply Industry I recommended NR engage them to assist in the data collection focussed on NPS [voltage unbalance]. I found that Outram Research had a very thorough understanding of all the issues associated with Power Quality and could supply and connect the appropriate Outram Data Loggers to enable the capture of the data I required. With the data captured I was able to demonstrate the .25kV traction testing imposed far less voltage unbalance on the 132kV network than the DNO anticipated. All the Outram staff I engaged with were extremely knowledgeable not only in the data loggers but also in their application. Outram Research downloaded and filed all the data in a logical manner mailing me the information. I have been so impressed with the company and staff that I recommended Outram Research Ltd to the Network Rail Power Quality department describing my experience with them. R H King. C.Eng MIET PowerPhase Services Ltd.
Rob Weller04/02/2021Have used Outram equipment for a few years now, for power quality investigation work and G5/4 and G5/5 surveys etc. It is quality kit and with good analysis software. There is also a version capable of fault level monitoring. Most of all, a great company to deal with and fantastic support.Google rating score: 5.0 of 5, based on 7 reviews