Dissolved Gas Analysis (DGA) of Transformers and Oil-Filled Cables

Start Date End Date Venue Fees (US $)
15 Nov 2026 Istanbul, Turkey $ 4,500 Register

Dissolved Gas Analysis (DGA) of Transformers and Oil-Filled Cables

Introduction

Transformers are critical assets in the energy industry, when transformers fail prematurely, damages can far exceed the cost of a replacement, and additional expenses may include the loss of production time and regulatory fines. A holistic monitoring approach integrates dissolved gas analysis, partial discharge, bushing monitoring, through fault currents and transformer analytics into a single system. Dissolved gas analysis (DGA) initially developed for the monitoring of transformers was recently introduced for in-service diagnostics of power cables. Criteria successfully developed for transformers are not readily applicable to cables because of significant differences in the design and operating characteristics of both systems. The diagnostic of a given cable circuit is based on the voltage rating, the individual gas concentration levels, the key gas ratios, the gas formation trends, the years in service, and the load. A new graphical representation of the IEC 599 method for the interpretation of gas ratios was developed in view of its application to power cable diagnostics. This new method, also applicable to transformers, solves most of the undetermined diagnostics given by the IEC method. The whole DGA diagnostic procedure logic is coded in an expert system shell automating the final diagnostic on the condition of the cable insulation.

Delegates attending the Dissolved Gas Analysis training course will develop the following competencies:

  • Understand the importance of oiled filled power transformers
  • Awareness of the characteristics of mineral oil in transformers
  • Comprehend dissolved gas analysis for transformer
  • Exposed to the construction of oil filled cables
  • Determine dissolve gas analysis for the oil filled cables

Objectives

    This Importance of Dissolved Gas Analysis training course aims to assist delegates to achieve the following objectives:

    • Define the roles and components of a power transformer
    • Understand the different types of power transformer
    • To appreciate the merits transformer oil functionalities
    • Identify the components the oil filled components in the transformer
    • Understand the functionalities and purpose of dissolve gas analysis
    • Competence to identify the oil filled cables
    • Be able to perform the dissolve gas analysis for oil filled cables
    • To explore the online dissolved gas analysis merits and significance

Training Methodology

The goals of each participant are discussed to ensure their needs are fulfilled, as far as possible. Questions are encouraged throughout, particularly at the daily wrap up sessions. This provides opportunities for participants to discuss specific issues and, if possible, find appropriate solutions. Case studies are employed to highlight particular points and appropriate video materials used to illustrate particular conditions.

Who Should Attend?

The technicians and maintenance staff will be able to perform correct maintenance procedures and troubleshooting of the UPS and battery systems. This Training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Electrical Engineers
  • Maintenance Technicians
  • Management Professionals
  • Project Engineers

Course Outline

Oil Filled Power Transformers Major Components and Monitoring Capabilities

  • Advanced Power Transformer Monitoring Incorporating AI and IoT

  • Mineral Transformer Oil Characteristics

  • Ester Based Transformer Oil Merits and Characteristics

  • On Load Tap Changer Characteristics

  • Duval’s Triangle Incorporating AI and IoT, and Its Significance

  • The Bath Tub Curve and Its Relevance

Dissolved Gas Analysis Technologies for Power Transformers

  • Online Dissolved Gas Analysis Technologies

  • Purpose and Significance of Dissolved Gas Analysis in an Oil Filled Transformer

  • Dissolve Gas Analysis and Preventive Maintenance

  • Interpreting Dissolve Gas Analysis Data

  • Procedures for Maintenance Free Dissolve Gas Analysis Monitoring

  • DGA Investigations for Contents Report

Characteristics and Functionalities of Dissolved Gas Analysis for Underground Oil Filled Cables

  • Types of High Voltage Cables

  • Construction of Oil Filled Cables

  • Partial Discharge in Oil Filled Cables

  • Dissolved Gas Analysis Applications on Oil Filled Cables

  • Interpreting Dissolve Gas Analysis Results for an oil Filled Cable

  • Wrap Up Session

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