A comprehensive testing program should simulate fault and normal operating conditions of the relay. Acceptance testing, commissioning, and startup will include control power tests, current transformer and potential transformer tests, and any other device testing associated with the. The testing and verification of relay protection devices can be divided into four groups: Type tests are needed to prove that a protection relay meets the claimed specification and follows all relevant standards. Periodic testing ensures that they perform properly. Nowadays, digital protection relays are mostly used. Tests are conducted on site before commissioning. There is generally a good deal of co-operation between electricity boards and relay manufacturers regarding relay testing. Quality control is given foremost. The recommendations and guidelines in this document are based on the experience and judgment of WECC members and include criteria for developing protection system best practices that, when implemented and used consistently, result in dependable, secure protection systems. This paper is an overview.
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