Unitized Substation

Function and Purpose:

• Voltage Step-Down:The 132kV substation plays a key role in reducing the high voltage from transmission lines to a more manageable level for local distribution.
• Power Reception and Distribution:It receives power from high-voltage transmission lines and distributes it to various outgoing circuits, including transmission lines at 132kV or stepping it down further to 33kV or 11kV for local networks.
• Safety and Control:Equipment like surge arresters, circuit breakers, and isolators ensure the safe and controlled flow of power, protecting the system from voltage surges and faults.
• Monitoring and Control:SCADA systems allow real-time monitoring and control of the substation's operations, enabling efficient fault detection and rapid response. 

In the context of solar power:

• Grid Connectivity:A 132kV substation can serve as the interface point between a solar power plant and the larger power grid. 
• Technical Suitability:The technical suitability of connecting a solar plant to a 132kV substation depends on the local grid's configuration and distribution network. 
• Power Pooling:In larger solar parks or projects, 132kV substations can act as "solar pooling stations" to collect power from multiple solar farms and then transmit it to the grid. 

Key Components of a 132kV Substation:

• Power Transformers: Step-down transformers that reduce the incoming voltage.
• Circuit Breakers: Devices that interrupt the flow of electricity in case of faults.
• Surge Arresters: Protect the system from voltage spikes.
• Isolators: Allow for safe disconnection of equipment.
• Busbars: Conduct electricity to the outgoing circuits.
• Control and Protection Systems: Monitor and control the substation's operation.
• SCADA System: Provides real-time monitoring and control. 

Additional Information:

• Minimum Order Quantity: 1 LOT