1ZSE 2750-105 en, Rev.

5, 2005-04-15

Transformer bushings, type GOE and GOE(2)

Technical guide

This Technical Guide has been produced to allow transformer manufacturers, and their
designers and engineers, access to all the technical information required to assist them in
their selection of the appropriate Transformer Bushing. The Guide should be used in
conjunction with the Selection Guide to allow the optimum selection to be made.
The technical information pertaining to bushings manufactured by ABB has been divided
into separate documents, with one document for each type.
The information provided in this document is intended to be general and does not cover
all possible applications. Any specific application not covered should be referred directly
to ABB, or its authorized representative.
ABB makes no warranty or representation and assumes no liability for the accuracy of the
information in this document or for the use of such information. All information in this
document is subject to change without notice.

Table of Contents
Design _______________________ 4
GOE features _______________________ 5
GOE(2) features _____________________ 5
Shed form __________________________ 6

Testing _______________________ 6
Test tap ____________________________ 7
Test tap adapter______________________ 7

Common specifications __________ 7

GOE 250-210 to 450-400 ________ 8
GOE 650-500 to 900-650 ________ 9
GOE 1050-750 to 1425-1050 _____ 10
GOE 1550-1050 to 1800-1300 ____ 12
GOE 2100-1425 to 2550-1600 ____ 14
Current capacity _______________ 15
Short-time current ____________________ 15
Overload capacity of bushings __________ 15

Connection details______________ 16
Draw rod system _____________________ 16
Draw lead system ____________________ 18
Outer terminal _______________________ 19

End-shields ___________________ 20
GOE features _______________________ 20
GOE(2) features _____________________ 21

Ordering particulars ____________ 22

Design
The GOE bushing is available in two designs: GOE and
GOE(2). The bushing is built up around a centre tube on
which the condenser body is wound. The condenser
body is wound from insulating paper of the same type
as is used for high-voltage cables. For bushings up to
550 kV paper of full width is employed. Bushings for
higher voltages are wound from paper strips in a manner similar to that used for cables.

The mounting flange is an aluminium alloy casting. The

gasket surface is machined flat. On the flange there is a
test tap. This tap is automatically earthed by a protective
cap when the tap is not connected to external test or
measuring circuits. The mounting flange and the top
housing are protected by a two-component grey-blue
paint.
The mounting flange can be equipped with extensions
on the oil side, providing space for current transformers.
Extension lengths 300 and 600 mm are available as
standard, but other lengths can be quoted on request.

The foils are located so that the best possible

combination of external flashover and internal puncture
strength is achieved.
The upper insulator, which is made in one piece without
gaskets, the lower insulator and the mounting flange are
held between the end plates by the centre tube and
sealing is accomplished by oil-resistant rubber gaskets
in grooves.

The rated current is defined according to IEC 60137. It

is valid only when the centre tube is used as conductor.
For draw lead applications the permissible current will
be lower.
Bushings GOE 450 and larger require a shield at the oil
end. The purpose of this shield is to avoid excessive
electrical stresses in the oil at the lower end plate and at
the connection between the insulated lead from the
transformer winding and the draw lead or other

For GOE 250 to 900 the top housing is equipped with

two oil level gauges of prisma type. For GOE 1050 and
larger, the top housing is equipped with a magnetic oil
level indicator.

Top end nut

Top end nut

Set of springs

Sealing plug

Flexible connection

Top housing

Top housing
Oil level gauge

Porcelain insulator,
air side

Porcelain insulator, air side

Transformer oil

Sealing plug
Oil level gauge

Pre-stressed tubes
Transformer oil
Condenser body
Condenser body

Clamping ring
Cemented flange

Mounting flange
Extension for current
transformers

Mounting flange
Extension for current
transformers

Porcelain insulator, oil side

Porcelain insulator,
oil side

Bottom end nut

Bottom end nut

goe_0028

Fig. 1. Transformer bushings types GOE and GOE(2).

4

conductors in the bushing. The maximum stresses in

the oil at the surface of the shield insulation must be
limited to those values normal for insulated conductors
and similar components in the same transformer.

The bushing is designed to be mounted at an angle not

exceeding 60 from the vertical. A higher inclination can
be obtained on request.
The top housing is made of aluminium and has expansion space for the oil, sufficient for temperature
variations in the bushing between -40 and +80 C.
Variations in the length of the centre tube and the
housing are compensated by a flexible connection
inside the top housing.

ABB manufactures shields of this type, which are quoted

for and delivered separately. The shields are made of
aluminium and are insulated with epoxy or a lining of
pressboard. The shield may be mounted on the lower end
plate of the bushing, or on the bottom contact of the draw
rod. Dimensions and recommendations, see pages 17,
20 and 21.

For GOE 1050 and larger, the upper insulator is fastened with an additional clamping ring to the mounting
flange.

It is of great importance that the shield is placed in the

right position in order to protect the bottom end of the
bushing. Guidelines for positioning of the shield are
given in Figs. 14 and 16. ABB can also provide
assistance with field calculations to confirm the
performance of other shielding systems.

GOE(2) features
A set of springs in the top housing provides adequate
pressure on all gaskets, independently of temperature
and load conditions.

Quotations for modifications in design and additional

parts such as special terminal studs, shields, rod gaps,
etc., as well as special tests, are given on request.

The bushing is designed to be mounted at an angle not

exceeding 30 from the vertical.
The top housing has expansion space for the oil
sufficient for temperature variations in the bushing
between-40 and +80 C. Variations in the lenght of the
centre tube are compensated by the flexible cover of the
housing.

GOE features
A set of concentric tubes are prestressed and serve as
springs which hold the main bushing components
together and provide adequate pressure on the gaskets
in all expected temperature and load conditions.

For GOE(2) the upper insulator is cemented to a flange

which is bolted to the mounting flange.

The annular space formed between the tubes makes an

efficient cooling duct for dissipation of the heat, thus
improving the current-carrying capacity and thermal
stability of the bushing.

Shed form
The shed form for all GOE bushings is of the anti-fog
type with alternating long and short sheds.
GOE: For each pair of sheds the ratio between nominal
creepage distance and the axial length is 3.43 and the
ratio between protected and nominal creepage distance
is 0.40.

GOE(2): For each pair of sheds the ratio between

nominal creepage distance and the axial length is 3.94
and the ratio between protected and nominal creepage
distance is 0.43.
66

65

51

36
R10

R10
R8

R8
R10
10

R10

27.5

10

18
R8

R5.5

10

70

18
R8

10

18
R5.5

31

R4.5

70

18
R4.5
goe_0029

Fig. 2. Shed form, GOE and GOE(2).

Testing
Capacitance and tan are also measured with decreasing voltage at the same voltage levels as before the
one minute test. Measurements for detection of internal
partial discharge (PD measurements) are also made.
These measurements are carried out at the same time,
and at the same levels, as the tan test. It is always
demonstrated that the PD value is below 5 pC at rated
voltage (=3 times bushing service voltage).

During manufacture and on completion the bushing is

subjected to a number of routine tests, according to
IEC 60137 and IEEE bushing standards. A tightness
test is carried out on the assembled bushing after the
final drying and impregnation. The test is made at an oil
overpressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar) for 12 hours at
ambient temperature. No sign of leakage is allowed.
Each bushing is subjected to a final electrical routine
test. The test is made at room temperature with the
lower end of the bushing submerged in oil. Capacitance
and tan are measured in steps up to the power
frequency withstand voltage, which is maintained for
one minute.

Bushings with BIL level 850 kV are routine tested with

a dry lightning impulse voltage withstand test, when
tested according to IEC 60137.
Type tests have been carried out according to
IEC 60137 and IEEE. Type test reports are available on
request.

Test tap

Test tap adapter

All GOE bushings are equipped with a test tap

connected to the outer layer of the condenser body. The
max. test voltage of the tap is 20 kV, 50 Hz for one
minute. The routine test voltage is 20 kV. Max. service
voltage is 6 kV.

For permanent connection of the test tap to measuring

circuits, a test tap adapter is required. Catalogue
number 2769 522-C.

In connection with an external capacitance the test tap

can be used as a voltage tap. The test tap has
dimensions according to IEEE Potential tap type A.

(Pg 16 acc. to DIN 40430)

Pr 22.5 Turnable in optional direction

goe_0019

Fig. 3. Test tap

Fig. 4. Test tap adapter.

Common specifications
Application:

Transformers

Classification:

Oil impregnated paper, capacitance graded, outdoor immersed bushing

Ambient temperature:

+40 C to -40 C, minimum value acc. to temperature class 2 of IEC 60137.

Altitude of site:

< 1 000 m

Level of rain and humidity:

1-2 mm rain/min. horizontally and vertically, as per IEC 60060-1.

Pollution level:

According to specified creepage distance and IEC 60815 1).

Immersion medium:

Transformer oil. Maximum daily mean temperature 90 C. Maximum temporary oil temperature 115 C.

Oil level in transformer:

Not lower than 30 mm from the bushing flange.

Max. pressure of surrounding

medium:

100 kPa over pressure.

Markings:

Conforming to IEC/ IEEE

For conditions exceeding the standard specification above, please consult ABB.
1) IEC 60815 "Guide for the selection of insulators in respect of polluted conditions."

GOE 250-210 to GOE 450-400

Nominal voltages 52 kV to 170 kV
Lightning impulse 250 kV to 550 kV
Rated
current
A

Flange
extension

Creepage
distance
mm

D1
mm

L120 L225 L3
mm
mm
mm

L4
mm

L55
mm

Mass
kg

-A/-AA
-B/-AB
-C/-AC
-D/-AD

3150
3150
5000
5000

0.6
0.3
0.6
0.3

142540
-"-"-"-

48
48
38
38

550
-"-"-"-

1060
-"-"-"-

605
305
605
305

725
430
725
430

985
685
985
685

200
190
245
225

LF 121 052

-A/-AA
-B/-AB
-C/-AC
-D/-AD

3150
3150
5000
5000

0.6
0.3
0.6
0.3

238065
-"-"-"-

48
48
38
38

825
-"-"-"-

1335
-"-"-"-

605
305
605
305

670
375
670
375

985
685
985
685

240
230
290
270

LF 121 053

-A/-AA
-B/-AB
-C/-AC
-D/-AD

3150
3150
5000
5000

0.6
0.3
0.6
0.3

335590
-"-"-"-

48
48
38
38

1120
-"-"-"-

1630
-"-"-"-

605
305
605
305

630
320
630
320

985
685
985
685

275
265
330
315

Type
GOE

Catalogue
Number

Insulator
colour
Brown/Light grey

250-210

LF 121 051

380-300

450-400

Table 1. Dimensions GOE 250 - GOE 450

300
Rating plate data
6 mounting
holes 20

30

Type
GOE

M12

Rated
voltage
Um
kV, RMS

250-210 52
380-300 123
450-400 170

Phaseto-earth
voltage
UY
kV, RMS

Dry
lightning
impulse
LI
kV, Peak

Wet
switching
impulse
SI
kV, Peak

Routine test
1 min dry
50 Hz
kV, RMS

52
84
123

250
450
550

210
300
400

120
185
260

Table 2. Electrical data GOE 250 - GOE 450

130
350
Other data for information

386

Type
GOE

Flange
extension

Wet power
frequency
AC
kV, RMS

Dry
switching
impulse
kV, Peak

Nom. cap.
between
conductor and
test tap (C1)
C110% (pF)

250-210
380-300
450-400

0.6 / 0.3
0.6 / 0.3
0.6 / 0.3

120
170
240

400
550
650

810 / 594
594 / 448
543 / 423

L2
L1

Table 3. Electrical data GOE 250 - GOE 450

25
115
224
L3

350

L4

Type
GOE

Max. test load 1 min

acc. to IEC 60137 (N)

Max. permitted load (N)

in operation at mounting angle
-30
-60
0

250-210
380-300
450-400

5700
5700
5000

2800
2800
2500

L5
Earthed layer
D1

2300
2300
2000

1700
1700
1500

Table 4. Mechanical loading GOE 250 - GOE 450

Fig. 5.
8

GOE 650-500 to GOE 900-650

Nominal voltage 245 kV
Lightning impulse 650 kV to 950 kV
Type
GOE

Catalogue
Number

Insulator
colour
Brown/Light grey

Rated
current
A

Flange
extension

Creepage
distance
mm

D1
mm

L1
mm

L2
mm

L3
mm

L4
mm

L55
mm

Mass
kg

650-500

LF 121 054

-A/-AA
-B/-AB
-C/-AC
-D/-AD

3150
3150
5000
5000

0.6
0.3
0.6
0.3

4045105
-"-"-"-

48
48
38
38

130027
-"-"-"-

181033
-"-"-"-

605
305
605
305

700
400
700
400

1135
835
1135
835

340
320
400
380

900-650

LF 121 055

-A/-AA
-B/-AB
-C/-AC
-D/-AD

3150
3150
5000
5000

0.6
0.3
0.6
0.3

5735150
-"-"-"-

48
48
38
38

180037
-"-"-"-

231042
-"-"-"-

605
305
605
305

615
315
615
315

1135
835
1135
835

405
390
480
455

Table 5. Dimensions GOE 650 - GOE 900. (See also Technical Guide GOM, 1ZSE 2750-108.)

M12

350
Rating plate data

45

Type
GOE
8 mounting
holes 20

Rated
voltage
Um
kV, RMS

650-500 245
900-650 245

130
350

Phaseto-earth
voltage
UY
kV, RMS

Dry
lightning
impulse
LI
kV, Peak

Wet
switching
impulse
SI
kV, Peak

Routine test
1 min dry
50 Hz
kV, RMS

155
170

650
950

500
650

325
395

Table 6. Electrical data GOE 650 - GOE 900

386

Other data for information

L2

Type
GOE

Flange
extension

Wet power
frequency
AC
kV, RMS

Dry
switching
impulse
kV, Peak

Nom. cap.
between
conductor and
test tap (C1)
C110% (pF)

650-500
900-650

0.6 / 0.3
0.6 / 0.3

315
395

650
750

498 / 392
448 / 365

L1

Table 7. Electrical data GOE 650 - GOE 900

25
115
264
L4
L5

L3

400
Type
GOE

Max. test load 1 min

Max. permitted load (N)
acc. to IEC 60137 (N) in operation at mounting angle
-30
-60
0

650-500
900-650

5700
5000

Earthed layer
D1

2800
2500

2300
2000

1700
1500

Table 8. Mechanical loading GOE 650 - GOE 900

Fig. 6.
9

GOE 1050-750 to GOE 1425-1050

Nominal voltages 362 kV to 420 kV
Lightning impulse 1050 kV to 1425 kV
Type

Catalogue
Number

Insulator
Rated
colour
current
Brown/Light grey A

Flange
extension

Creepage
distance
mm

D1
mm

L1
mm

L3
mm

L4
mm

L55
mm

Mass
kg

L2
mm

GOE
1050-750

LF 121 063

-A/-AA
-B/-AB
-C/-AC

2500
2500
2500

0.6
0.3
0

7205185
-"-"-

48
48
48

223055 307060 605

305
-"-"-"-"5

655
390
90

1335
1035
735

775
755
730

GOE
1175-850

LF 121 061

-A/-AA
-B/-AB
-C/-AC
-D/-AD
-E/-AE
-F/-AF

2500
2500
2500
5000
5000
5000

0.6
0.3
0
0.6
0.3
0

7955205
-"-"-"-"-"-

48
48
48
38
38
38

247055
-"-"-"-"-"-

331060
-"-"-"-"-"-

605
305
5
605
305
5

610
335
35
610
335
35

1335
1035
735
1335
1035
735

830
810
785
935
910
875

GOE(2)
1175-850

LF 121 560

-A/-AA
-B/-AB

1600
1600

0.6
0.3

9150400
-"-

50
50

25404
-"-

342610 600
-"300

635
335

1225
925

580
565

GOE
LF 121 071
1300-1050

-A/-AA
-B/-AB

2500
2500

0.6
0.3

10290265
-"-

48
48

322554 406559 605

305
-"-"-

620
320

1335
1035

1005
985

GOE
LF 121 071
1300-1150

-C/-AC
-D/-AD

2500
2500

0.6
0.3

11600300
-"-

48
48

362056 446061 605

-"-"305

620
320

1335
1035

1055
1035

GOE(2)
LF 121 570
1425-1050

-A/-AA
-B/-AB

1600
1600

0.6
0.3

11750350
-"-

50
50

32504
-"-

628
328

1390
1090

770
750

413610 600
-"300

Table 9. Dimensions GOE 1050 - GOE 1300

Rating plate data

Other data for information

Type

Rated
voltage
Um
kV, RMS

Phaseto-earth
voltage
UY
kV, RMS

Dry
lightning
impulse
LI
kV, Peak

Wet
switching
impulse
SI
kV, Peak

Routine
test
1 min dry
50 Hz
kV, RMS

Flange
extension

Wet power
frequency
AC
kV, RMS

Dry
switching
impulse
kV, Peak

Nom. capacitance
between
conductor and
test tap (C1)
C110% (pF)

GOE 1050-750
GOE 1175-850
GOE(2) 1175-850
GOE 1300-1050
GOE 1300-1150
GOE(2) 1425-1050

362
362
362
420
420
420

220
220
220
245
245
243

1050
1175
1175
1425
1425
1425

750
850
850
1050
1175
1050

505
530
560
630
680
690

0.6
0.6
0.6
0.6
0.6
0.6

480
540
560
650
650
690

960
950
1030
1050
1175
1140

430 / 383 / 308

490 / 420 / 345
470 / 407
575 / 560
575 / 545
532 / 474

/ 0.3 / 0
/ 0.3 / 0
/ 0.3
/ 0.3
/ 0.3
/ 0.3

Table 10. Electrical data GOE 1050 - GOE 1300

Type

GOE 1050-750
GOE 1175-850
GOE(2) 1175-850
GOE 1300-1050
GOE 1300-1150
GOE(2) 1425-1050

Max. test load 1 min

acc. to IEC 60137 (N)

Max. permitted load (N)

in operation at mounting angle
-30
-60
0

13000
12000
10000
10000
9000
5000

6500
6000
5000
5000
4500
2500

4300
4300
4400
3000
2500
1600

3100
3100

1500

Table 12. Mechanical loading GOE 1050 - GOE 1300

10

Type

D6

D7

GOE(2) 1175-850
GOE(2) 1425-1050

450
500

400
450

Table 13. Dimensions GOE(2)

Test tap

45

M12

30

8 mounting
holes 20

M12

12 mounting
holes 23

D7
430
150

158
500
450
485

382

L2

L2

L1
L1

422

28
196
310
L4

L3

330
L4

L5

Earthed
layer

25

480

L5
D1

L3
Earthed
layer

300

D6
D1

goe_0030

Fig. 7a. Type GOE

Fig. 7b. Type GOE(2)

11

GOE 1550-1050 to GOE 1800-1300

Nominal voltage 550 kV
Lightning impulse 1550 kV to 1800 kV
Type

Catalogue
Number

Insulator
colour
Brown/Light grey

Rated
current
A

Flange
extension

Creepage
distance
mm

L1
mm

GOE
1550-1050

LF 121 072

-A/-AA
-B/-AB
-C/-AC

2500
2500
2500

0.6
0.3
0

10130260
-"-"-

GOE
1675-1175

LF 121 073

-A/-AA
-B/-AB
-C/-AC

2500
2500
2500

0.6
0.3
0

GOE
1675-1300

LF 121 073

-D/-AD
-E/-AE
-F/-AF

2500
2500
2500

GOE(2)
1675-1300

LF 121 580

-A/-AA
-B/-AB

GOE
1800-1300

LF 121 074

-A/-AA
-B/-AB
-C/-AC

L2
mm

L3
mm

L4
mm

L55
mm

Mass
kg

322554 396559
-"-"-"-"-

605
305
5

655
355
55

1585
1285
985

1455
1420
1385

11700300
-"-"-

372050 446055
-"-"-"-"-

605
305
5

630
330
30

1585
1285
985

1635
1600
1565

0.6
0.3
0

13380330
-"-"-

422050 526055
-"-"-"-"-

605
305
5

610
310
10

1585
1285
985

1785
1750
1715

1600
1600

0.6
0.3

15200350
-"-

41604
-"-

504610
-"-

600
300

639
339

1585
1285

1055
1020

2500
2500
2500

0.6
0.3
0

13380330
-"-"-

422050 526055
-"-"-"-"-

605
305
5

610
310
10

1585
1285
985

1785
1750
1715

Table 13. Dimensions GOE 1550 - GOE 1800

Rating plate data

Other data for information

Type

Rated
voltage
Um
kV, RMS

Phaseto-earth
voltage
UY
kV, RMS

Dry
lightning
impulse
LI
kV, Peak

Wet
switching
impulse
SI
kV, Peak

Routine
test
1 min dry
50 Hz
kV, RMS

Flange
extension

GOE 1550-1050
GOE 1675-1175
GOE 1675-1300
GOE(2) 1675-1300
GOE 1800-1300

550
550
550
550
550

318
318
318
318
318

1550
1675
1675
1675
1800

1050
1300
1300
1300
1300

750
750
750
750
800

0.6
0.6
0.6
0.6
0.6

Table 14. Electrical data GOE 1550 - GOE 1800

Type

Max. test load 1 min

acc. to IEC 60137 (N)

Max. permitted load (N)

in operation at mounting angle
-30
-60
0

GOE 1550-1050
GOE 1675-1175
GOE 1675-1300
GOE(2) 1675-1300
GOE 1800-1300

16000
16000
13000
5000
13000

8000
8000
6500
2500
6500

4700
4700
4300
1400
4300

2500
2500
1500

1500

Table 16. Mechanical loading GOE 1550 - GOE 1800

12

/ 0.3 /
/ 0.3 /
/ 0.3 /
/ 0.3
/ 0.3 /

0
0
0
0

Wet power
frequency
AC
kV, RMS

Dry
switching
impulse
kV, Peak

Nom. capacitance
between
conductor and
test tap (C1)
C110% (pF)

660
730
790
750
800

1050
1300
1300
1410
1300

457 / 390 / 342

512 / 440 / 433
500 / 490 / 450
525 / 482
500 / 490 / 450

30

Test tap

Position of
test tap

30

M12
12 mounting
holes 23

M12

450

12 mounting
holes 24
660
158

450
600

382

150
565

L2
L1

L2
L1

28
462

196
L4

L5

428

L3

310
L4

Earthed
layer
720

L5

25
L3

300

Earthed
layer

500

48
50
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Fig. 8a. Type GOE

Fig. 8b. Type GOE(2)

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GOE 2100-1425 to GOE 2550-1600

Nominal voltage 800 kV
Lightning impulse 2100 kV to 2550 kV
Type
GOE

Catalogue
Number

Insulator
colour
Brown/Light grey

Rated
current
A

Flange
extension

Creepage
distance
mm

L1
mm

L2
mm

L3
mm

L4
mm

L55
mm

Mass
kg

2100-1425 LF 121 081

-A/-AA
-B/-AB

2500
2500

0.6
0.3

16630420
-"-

522052 626557
-"-"-

605
305

710
410

1955
1655

2605
2555

2550-1550 LF 121 082

-A/-AA
-B/-AB
-C/-AC

2500
2500
2500

0.6
0.3
0

18320460
-"-"-

572052 706557
-"-"-"-"-

605
305
5

640
340
40

1955
1655
1355

2760
2710
2650

2550-1600 LF 121 083

-A/-AA
-B/-AB
-C/-AC

2500
2500
2500

0.6
0.3
0

20000500
-"-"-

621058 755563
-"-"-"-"-

605
305
5

640
340
40

1955
1655
1355

2915
2865
2805

Table 17. Dimensions GOE 2100 - GOE 2550

30

Position of
test tap

Rating plate data

711

M12
12 mounting
holes 32

600

150

565

Type
GOE

Rated
voltage
Um
kV, RMS

Phaseto-earth
voltage
UY
kV, RMS

Dry
lightning
impulse
LI
kV, Peak

Wet
switching
impulse
SI
kV, Peak

Routine
test
1 min dry
50 Hz
kV, RMS

2100-1425
2550-1550
2550-1600

800
800
800

485
485
485

2100
2550
2550

1425
1550
1620

970
1000
1000

Table 18. Electrical data GOE 2100 - GOE 2550

Other data for information

Type
GOE

Flange
extension

2100-1425
2550-1550
2550-1600

0.6 / 0.3
900
0.6 / 0.3 / 0 950
0.6 / 0.3 / 0 1000

L2

L1

665

Wet power
frequency
AC
kV, RMS

Dry
switching
impulse
kV, Peak

Nom. cap.
between
conductor and
test tap (C1)
C110% (pF)

1550
1675
1760

600 / 575
574 / 522 / 476
600 / 550 / 506

Table 19. Electrical data GOE 2100 - GOE 2550

216
28
Type
GOE
L4

L5

L3
Earthed
layer

528
780

Max. test load 1 min Max. permitted load (N)

acc. to IEC 60137 (N) in operation at mounting angle
0
-30
-60

2100-1425 15700

7850

5400

3600

2550-1550 14000
2550-1600 13000

7000
6500

4400
3700

2500
1600

Table 20. Mechanical loading GOE 2100 - GOE 2550

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Fig. 9.
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Current capacity
The rated currents specified in this catalogue are based
on thermal tests and are in accordance with IEC 60137
and apply to the built-in conductors of the bushings. The
GOE bushings conform to the requirements of IEC
60137 and IEEE for currents given in Table 25.

Overload capacity of bushings

If the conductor for the bushing is selected with 120 %
of the rated current of the transformer, the bushing is
considered to be able to withstand overload conditions
according to IEC 60354 without further clarification or
tests. This recommendation complies with IEC 60137.

Short-time current
The rated thermal short-time current (Ith), as defined in
IEC 60137 clause 5, is listed in Table 25 for draw rod
and fixed bottom end terminal.
For draw lead of stranded copper with the area
100 mm2 the short-time current (Ith) is 9.6 kA for
1 second and 6.8 kA for 2 seconds. For other areas the
short-time current is directly proportional to the area.
The rated dynamic current (Id) is 2.5 times the 1 second
short-time current.

Rated
current
IEC
A

Current
IEEE
A

Short-time
Ith
1s
kA

current
Ith
2s
kA

Dynamic current
Id
peak
kA

1600
2500
3150
5000

1450
2100
2700
4250

100
100
100
100

75
100
100
100

250
250
250
250

Table 25. Rated current, short-time current and dynamic

current as defined in IEC 60137, for draw rod and fixed
bottom end terminal.

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Connection details
The oil side connection can be made with either a drawrod system or a draw-lead system. For the air side
connection the same outer terminals are provided for
both systems. When ordering, please specify the items
stated below.

During installation on the

transformer, the upper
end of this rod is bolted to
a spring device beneath
the outer terminal, which
consists of two concentric
tubes of different
materials and is so
designed that it gives the
required contact load at all
temperatures.

Draw rod system

Fig. 10a: The centre tube
of the bushing is used as
current conductor.

Fig. 10d.

Bottom contacts with 4 or 6 threaded holes for cable lugs

are available. The bottom contacts are made of copper
and have rounded edges, so that they may be used
without any shield for low insulation levels.
At the level of the flange the draw rod is split into two
parts. If required to meet the transport conditions, we
can position a joint at any desired level below the flange.
This must be stated in the order. The lower part with
contact end shield can then be secured to the cover
during transport and storage of the transformer. This
system has been supplied by ABB since the seventies
with an excellent service record and has the following
advantages compared to other methods used for high
currents:

Fig. 10a.
Fig. 10b: The transformer
leads are fitted with cable
lugs, which are bolted to a
bottom contact.

No hand holes required in the transformer tank.

Easy bushing installation and removal no
connection work inside the transformer at site.

No special supports required in the transformer as is

the case with plug contacts.

Perfect guiding of the bushing into the transformer.
The lower end shield may be fixed to the contact and
will thus be correctly positioned with respect to the
lower end plate of the bushing.
No mechanical forces exerted on the leads from the
transformer windings at any time.

Fig. 10b.
Fig. 10c: This contact is
drawn against the lower
end of the bushing tube by
a thin steel draw rod.

Type of draw rod

GOE type
BIL

GOE
Cat. No.

GOE(2)
Cat. No.

Lower draw rod 1)

250-2550

LF 170 059

LF 170 098

1)

250-2550

LF 170 057

LF 170 097

Upper draw rod

Table 21. Ordering particulars for draw rod system.

1)

2)

Fig. 10c.
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Lower draw rod includes bottom contact, guiding cone and draw rod
up to bushing flange level.
Upper draw rod includes the complete draw rod above mounting
flange level and the temperature compensation device.

150
D2

GOE

125
D2

GOE(2)
Outer
terminal

Outer
terminal
H2

H2

Threaded hole M8
for pulling wire

Threaded hole M8
for pulling wire

L2

L2
Mounting
flange

Mounting
flange
M16
25

M16

60

L5

Additional joint
on request
H1
240

58 39

65 50
N1=4

Small bottom contact

N1 = Number of
holes M12, equipped
with thread insert
with screw lock,
depth 20, for cable
lugs.

N1=6

Small
N1=4
bottom contact

Large bottom contact

60

Additional joint
on request

65 51
125

25

L5
H1
110

65 51
N1=4

110

Fig. 10e. Draw rod system. For all currents up to rated current of the bushing. Selection as per Table 21.

17

goe_0033

Large
bottom contact

Draw lead system

GOE

GOE(2)

Suitable copper terminals for flexible draw leads are

available for currents up to 1600 A. The terminal system
consists of a two-part cable connector with a hole for
brazing of the cable or cables. The two parts are
screwed together in such a manner that normal
tolerances in the cable and bushing lengths can be
compensated. The connector is fastened by a hexagon
nut to a copper plate placed at the top of the bushing.
The GOE outer terminal stud is placed on top of this
plate.

The terminal system is made in one piece for

connection of a draw lead. The terminal is attached by
means of a divided ring at the top of the centre tube.
When mounting the outer terminal, the ring becomes
locked.

D3
mm

Min. inner
diam. D1
D9 of bushing
mm mm

01)
15

35
35

38
38

30

35

38

40

45

48

01)

45

48

1)

Cond. Current, A
area
IEEE
mm2 IEC

Complete
inner terminal
Cat. No.

Mass
kg

50
95
150
285

205
390
615
1000

200
370
540
830

LF 170 056 -A
-B

3.2
3.2

450
600
-

1300
1600
-

1100
1360
-

-C

3.2

-D

4.4

-E

4.4

Conductor
area
mm2

Current, A

D3
mm

IEC

01)
15
30
42

95
285
740

300
630
1300

1)

With pilot hole D=5

Table 22a. Inner terminal type GOE.

260
540
1110

LF 170 091 -A
-B
-C
-D

1.1
1.0
0.9
0.7

With pilot hole D=5

GOE(2)

Outer
terminal
H2

Mass
kg

Table 22b. Inner terminal type GOE(2).

150
D2

GOE

IEEE

Complete
inner terminal
Cat. No.

125
D2

Outer
terminal

Threaded hole M8
for pulling wire

H2
Threaded hole M8
for pulling wire
53

L2
350

L2
End of
cable

30
D9
D3

End of
cable

D3
46

goe_0034

goe_0037

Fig. 11. Draw lead systems, LF 170 056 and LF 170 091. Selection as per Tables 22a and 22b.

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Outer terminal
The outer terminal consists of a cylindrical stud. The
mounting arrangements are the same for all GOE
bushings, regardless of size, current rating and internal
connection system. Copper and aluminium studs are
available.

Material

D2
mm

H2
mm

Max. rated
current, A

Cat. No.

Mass
kg

Al
Cu
Cu

60
60
96

125
125
115

2500
4000
5000

LF 170 073 -A
-B
-AA

3
8
11.6

The terminal stud assembly consists of a stud, a

retainer ring, a gasket, bolts and washers. The electrical
contact function and the sealing function are completely
separated.

Table 23a. Outer terminal type GOE. Special outer

terminals available on request.

The stud is first fastened to the bushing top with M10

bolts, which give the proper electrical contact. The
contact surface is located inside the gasket and is thus
well protected from corrosion. Finally, the retainer ring
with the gasket is pressed against the stud by means of
M8 bolts.

Material

D2
mm

H2
mm

Max. rated
current, A

Cat. No.

Mass
kg

Al
Al
Cu
Cu

30
60
30
40

125
125
125
125

1250
1600
1600
1600

LF 170 090 -A
-B
-C
-D

1.0
1.8
2.8
3.4

Table 23b. Outer terminal type GOE(2). Special outer

terminals available on request.

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End-shields
The withstand voltages in a specific case depend upon
many factors beyond the control of the bushing manufacturer. Therefore the configurations and distances
given below are only intended as guidelines.

Types GOE
The maximum stresses in the oil at the surface of the
shield insulation and the parts surrounding the bushing
must be limited to those values normal for insulated
conductors and other similar components in the same
transformer.

ABB can also provide assistance with field calculations

to confirm the compatibility between the transformer and
our bushings.
A
mm

45

1000

Rmin 5
60
Edges within this
area should be
rounded to
Rmin=5 mm
Earthed layer

500
Shield -X/-XP
Shield -V/-VP
A

R1

H6
H4
H5

Shield -U/-UP

D5
D4

No shield

R3

0
0

500

1000

500
1500

2000

(kV) U
(kV) LI

U = Power frequency
LI = Lightning impulse

R2

Fig. 13. Recommended minimum distance A for

different shields and test voltages.

A = Distance to flat surface e.g. tank or core clamp

60
102
125

1000
2500

Shield mounted on
the bushing
Large bottom
contact N1= 6

20
60
Shield mounted on the draw rod bottom
contact. (Not possible for small bottom
contact with N1 = 4. See page 17.)

13
18

Fig. 12. Recommendations for positioning.

Fig. 14. Mounting alternatives.

Shield

To be used
with GOE

Dimensions according to Fig. 12 (mm)

D4
D5
H4
H5
H6
R1

R2

R3

Mass
kg

Cat. No.

Epoxy
insulated

Pressboard
insulated 1)

250-1300

262

174

265

170

90

492

30

2.1

LF 170 046

-U

-UP

V
X

1550-1800
2100-2550

352
420

207
230

365
420

240
290

120
125

351
533

24
44

10
25

2.5
3.2

LF 170 046
LF 170 046

-V
-X

-VP
-XP

Table 24. Insulated shield.

1) All dimensions refer to the epoxy insulated shield, which is used as a base. The thickness of the pressboard is 3 mm for -UP and -VP, and 5
mm for -XP.

20

The withstand voltages in a specific case depend upon

many factors beyond the control of the bushing manufacturer. Therefore the configurations and distances
given below are only intended as guidelines.

Types GOE(2)
The maximum stresses in the oil at the surface of the
shield insulation and the parts surrounding the bushing
must be limited to those values normal for insulated
conductors and other similar components in the same
transformer.

ABB can also provide assistance with field calculations

to confirm the compatibility between the transformer and
our bushings.

45

Rmin 5

60
Edges within this
area should be
rounded to
Rmin=5 mm
Earthed layer

Shield
mounted on
the bushing
Large bottom
contact

H6

Shield mounted on the draw rod bottom

contact. (Not possible for small bottom
contact. See page 17.)

R1

H4
H5

Fig. 16. Mounting alternatives.

R3
D5
D4

R2

A = Distance to flat surface e.g. tank or core clamp

60

60
13

110 87
18

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20

Fig. 15. Recommendations for positioning.

To be used
with GOE(2)

Dimensions according to Fig. 15 (mm)

D4
D5
H4
H5
H6
R1

R2

R3

Mass
kg

Cat. No.

1175
1425
1675

250
258
258

25
32
32

8
9
9

370
430
470

1.5
1.8
1.8

LF 170 092 -A
LF 170 092 -K
LF 170 092 -K

142
142
142

230
265
265

163
180
180

62
80
80

230
350
350

Epoxy
insulated

Table 25. Insulated shield.

1) All dimensions refer to the epoxy insulated shield, which is used as a base. The thickness of the pressboard is 3 mm.

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Pressboard
insulated 1)
-C
-L
-L

Ordering particulars
When ordering please fill in the specification table
below, or alternatively state the following:
Type and catalogue number for bushing.
Catalogue number for the outer terminal, or if a nonstandard terminal is requested: material, diameter
D2 and height H2.
Specify draw rod or draw lead system.
If a draw rod system is chosen, the size of the
bottom contact (small or large) must be specified.
If a draw lead system is chosen, the full catalogue
number must be given.
Catalogue number for insulated shield. (A shield is
recommended for BIL 450 kV and higher.)
Other special requirements.
See the ordering examples:
Example 1:
Bushing:

GOE 650-500-3150-0.3-B,
LF 121 054-B
Outer terminal:
LF 170 073-A or -B
Inner connections: Draw lead, LF 170 056-A
Insulated shield:
Epoxy insulated, LF 170 046-U

Complete Designation

Example 2:
Bushing:

GOE 1550-1050-2500-0.6-B,
LF 121 072-A
Outer terminal:
LF 170 073-A or -B
Inner connections: Draw rod, upper part LF 170 057,
lower part LF 170 059, small
contact (On request the lower part
of the draw rod can be sent
separately at an earlier delivery
date.)
Insulated shield:
Pressboard coated, LF 170 046-VP
Example 3:
Bushing:

GOE 1300-1050-2500-0.3-B,
LF 121 071-B
Outer terminal:
Silver plated, D2=50, H2=100
Inner connections: Draw rod, upper part LF 170 057,
lower part LF 170 059, small
contact (On request the lower part
of the draw rod can be sent
separately at an earlier delivery
date.)
Insulated shield:
Pressboard coated, LF 170 046-VP
Other requirements: Test voltage 690 kV
Tan over C2<1.0 %

Example: GOE 1300-1050-2500-0.3-B

Type
Wet switching impulse, kV
Rated current, A
Length of flange extension, m
Code for colour of air side insulator
B = brown, G = light grey

ABB
GOE 1550-1050-2500-0.6-B
LF121072-A
No. 1ZSC888999
2005
Um/Uy 550/318 kV Ir 2500 A
fr 50/60 Hz
LI 1550 kV
SI 1050 kV AC 660 kV
M 1455 kg
L 1585 mm
0-60
C1 790 pF
Tan 0.455 %
C2 1000 pF
Tan 0.988 %
goe_0041

Nameplate with marking example.

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