Business Scope of Services Sterlite provides power transmission & distribution companies with a holistic one-stop window for assessment, development & implementation of solutions for their power transmission & distribution (T&D) networks.
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T&D Network Assessments
- Assessment of existing & potential power demand. - Technical analysis. - Assessment of suitable solution options.
T&D Solution Development
T&D Solution Testing
T&D Solution Manufacture,
Inventory Management & Supply Technical Support & Service
Sterlite's power solutions comply with BIS, BS EN 50182, ASTM, CSA, IEC, Gost, JIS and AS international standards.
Power Solution Suite
Sterlite offers a complete range of end-to-end power solutions for transmission and distribution in power networks.
Supported by a fully integrated manufacturing facility that converts ingots to bare overhead conductors, Sterlite's range of standard and custom-designed power solutions deliver superior performance in transmission and performance reliability.
Development of efficient power transmission is the need of the
NEW LINES
hour, aimed to alleviate the burgeoning demands from todays
RECONDUCTORING
GREEN SOLUTIONS
AL59 / 1120
STACIR
STERLITE ECOTM
TACSR
GAP
ACCC
If the challenge is to transmit more power over existing lines, high
ACSS
ACCC
ampacity conductors that are manufactured from a range of
STERLITE ECOTM
power utility system.
specialty materials, offer the most optimal means to increase line
ACCC
capacity at relatively low cost.
A range of speciality alloys offer superior thermal resistance that improves the efficiency in high current transmission.
Efficiency [A/mm2] ACCC
Sterlite Eco
G(Z)TACSR AAAC UHC ACSS
AAAC
TACSR
STACIR
ACSR Current Rating [A] +50% +100% Sterlites High Performance conductors combined efficiency and increased current carrying capacity
Benefits in performance and costs
For re-conductoring: Enhanced current carrying capacity. No modification / reinforcement to existing towers.
For new lines:
Enhanced current carrying capacity. Reduction in per unit transmission cost. Higher corrosion resistance. Shorter project duration. Additional capacity of ~100% is reserved for future demand.
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Tensile strength
Sterlites high performance conductor solutions
Sterlite Al59 Conductors These are homogenous alloy conductors belonging to Aluminum + Magnesium + Silica Alloy type. These conductors have a conductivity of 59%, and hence have lesser DC resistance & higher current capacity. Sterlite TACSR Conductors New aluminum alloys having high thermal resistance can carry 50% to 60% more current as that of ACSR of the same size; while maximum sag & maximum working tension remains almost same as that of ACSR. Sterlite ACSS Conductors These high temperature EC conductors consist of a stranded steel central core with one or more layers of 1350-0 aluminum wires. Steel core wires are coated with Zinc 5% aluminum misch metal for corrosion resistance and the coating can withstand for continuous operation at 250 oC. Sterlite STACIR Conductors New aluminum alloys having high thermal resistance can carry twice as much current as that of ACSR of the same size while maximum sag & maximum working tension remains the same as that of ACSR. Sterlite ACCC Conductors These are high ampacity, low loss hybrid conductors. The composition comprises carbon, glass fiber and trapezoidal shaped aluminum, that are resistant to environmental degradation. These conductors can reduce line losses up to 30- 40% compared to conventional conductors of the same diameter and weight. These have 28% more aluminum which greatly increases capacity, reduces losses, & hence cooler operating temperatures. These are 25% stronger & 60% lighter vs. traditional steel core conductors. These have lower coefficient of thermal expansion which leads to less sag at higher temperatures. The technology is patented by CTC Cable Corporation, USA and is licensed to Sterlite Technologies. Sterlite ECO Conductors 2 These can reduce I R loss of distribution lines by almost 33% as compared to ACSR. These can be used on existing tower structures along with low loss solution for distribution lines of utilities & wind power companies. Sterlite DULL Conductors The current carrying capability of non-specular conductor i.e. Dull conductor is slightly increased because the emissivity of the conductor is slightly increased . An increase in current capacity in the range of 5% can be achieved, for the same temperature rise, due to this increase in surface emissivity. International Standard Ss4240814, SS4240813, ASTM B856, IEC, ASTM.
Conductivity 70 63 61 60 60 59
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Annealed Wire TAL
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STAL 120
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Sterlites OPGW Solution*
OPGW the smart energy management solution. Development of smart energy management systems is the need of the hour, aimed to alleviate the burgeoning demands from todays power infrastructures. Optical Fiber Composite Ground Wire (OPGW) is a revolutionary solution that enables synergies between efficient power distribution grids and high speed optical fiber based SCADA networks, giving power utility companies the unique capabilities of a telecom carrier or service provider. OPGW replaces a conventional ground wire (or earth wire) to protect the transmission system from lightning strikes and serves as a conductive medium for carrying fault currents to ground. OPGW acts as a medium for real-time monitoring and security of the transmission system over which it is installed doubling up for SCADA controls and network. OPGW provides telecommunications capability utilizing the fibers.
Sterlite integrates its core expertise in fiber optic cables and bare overhead power conductors. Since the past two decades, Sterlite has developed technical expertise in fiber optic cables and proven its capabilities in manufacture of energy efficient bare overhead power conductors. Sterlite has integrated these core strengths in its comprehensive OPGW solution that includes Optical Fiber Composite Ground Wire and related hardware. * Sterlites OPGW Solution includes design, manufacture, supply & installation.
(b) Mechanical performance
Sag and tension. Vibration. Galloping and Sheave. (c) Environmental performance Range of temperatures and wind zones. Corrosion levels at the installation sites including the pollution level (1-4). Salinity levels.
Sterlite OPGW cables
Sterlite OPGW cables are made up of optical fibers contained in one or more protective fiber optic units combined with concentric lay stranded metallic wires in single or multiple layers. Advanced technology is applied to produce stainless steel tubes which are then filled with a special hydrogen absorbent, thixotropic filling compound and made resistant to H 2 permeability due to the seam laser welded, hermetically sealed construction. The cable is of compact structure reducing both the ice load and wind load and ensures quick dissipation of heat generated by short circuit.
(d) Packing The end-user needs to determine the length per reel depending on: The terrain of the installation site. The type of installation to be carried out (Live Line or On Outage). Capacity of unreeling facility with installer. Additionally, considerations should be noted for excessive contact pressure under hardware, the current transfer capability of the connection of hardware with the OPGW cable and contact between dissimilar materials that may cause excessive corrosion in some environments.
The cable is designed to match the existing ground wires in more
or less equal outer diameter and pulling force-to-weight ratio. Hence, the cable can replace the existing ground wire with no need to change the route or towers. Sterlites OPGW cable is produced strictly according to IEEE1138 and relevant international standards pertaining to its constituents.
Sterlite OPGW hardware
The portfolio includes customized Suspension Sets, Tension Set Assemblies, Vibration Dampers, Joint Boxes and Bonding Clamps.
Design considerations for OPGW cables
OPGW cables are required to withstand the effects from installation and long-term in-service exposure to mechanical, electrical and environmental loads without allowing any significant degradation in its performance. OPGW cables would need to fulfill basic performance criteria, to enable selection of an appropriate design. (a) Electrical performance Fault current performance to overcome the line-totower short circuits or system unbalances. Lightning performance so that lightning arcs do not impair the long term functionality of the cable.
Sterlites Global Footprint
Power transmission & distribution solutions proven in global networks Sterlite has been instrumental for the supply of technologically advanced power solutions to leading incumbents over 35 countries.
Sterlite has been a key partner in milestone projects across the globe: - 'Svenska Kraftnat 500 kV DC Transmission Line Project', interconnecting Sweden & Finland. - 'India's first 765 kV EHV Transmission Line Project'. - 'Accelerated Electricity Access Expansion Project', Ethiopia. - 'National Integrated Power Pool', Nigeria. - 'TIEAS 400 kV Networking Project', Turkey. And many more
The Sterlite Advantage
Since the past decade, Sterlite has developed its technical expertise in manufacture of bare overhead power conductors and proven its capabilities in developing solutions that have been tested and certified by leading independent laboratories across the globe.
The Sterlite Advantage
Among the largest integrated manufacturing facilities globally. Strong focus on research and product development. In-house domain expertise to provide customized solutions. State-of-the-art in-house laboratories for testing of transmission and performance reliability parameters. Solutions tested and certified by leading independent laboratories across the globe.
Fully Equipped Plants with International Standards
Sterlite has three fully equipped plants to manufacture Transmission & Distribution Line Conductors. In-house Properzi Aluminium Rod rolling mills feed the manufacturing line for Transmission & Distribution Conductors. The mills manufacture electrical grade Aluminium and Alloy Rods. The plants have complete facilities for rod rolling, wire drawing, heat treatment and stranding to ensure precise tolerances to all international standards and stringent specification. A technology upgrade review is periodically undertaken to keep abreast with the latest manufacturing technology. The cumulative annual installed capacity for Transmission & Distribution Line Conductors and Rods is 200, 000 MT. Our facilities have state-of-the art NABL approved in-house laboratories. Packaging is done in the non returnable chemically treated seaworthy wooden/steel drums with good practice design in line with International standards.
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About Sterlite Sterlite Technologies Limited is a leading global provider of connectivity solutions for the power & telecom industries.
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Equipped with a suite that includes power
conductors, power cables, OPGW Cables, optical fibers, fiber cables, data cables and a comprehensive telecom solutions portfolio, Sterlite's vision is to 'Connect every home on the planet'. Sterlite is also executing multimillion dollar power transmission system projects, pan-India.
