QUIZ 1 (KPS 4233)

1. Give 6 parameters that need to considered for electric breakdown strength of insulating materials.
The electric breakdown strength of insulating materials depends on a variety of parameters, such as:
1) Pressure
2) Temperature
3) Humidity
4) Field configurations
5) Nature of applied voltage
6) Imperfections in dielectric materials.

2. Explain two important factors for achieving reliability and economy in insulation

For achieving reliability and economy, an important factors need to be considered:

1) A knowledge causes of deterioration is essential.
2) Correct selection of insulation with respect to dielectric strength, corona discharges, and
other relevant factors

3. Explain the advantages of SF6 as the best insulation in gases.

SF6 has been found the best insulation:

i. Maintain its insulation superiority, about 2.5 times over N2 and CO2 at atmospheric pressure,
the ratio increasing at higher pressures
ii. Have superior arc quenching properties over any other gas.