ETT Study Guide Book 3: Component Testing
T. Capacitors and Reactors
1. Properties and Types
Identify properties, types, and applications 2, 3, 4
Capacitors
- 10 most common locations of shunt capacitors installed in a power system
- Shunt capacitor bank applications and protection fundamentals
- Important in role of capacitors in distribution systems
Reactors
- Switchyard Reactor Types and Applications
- Shunt Reactor Used In HV and EHV Systems
- Differences between Shunt Reactor and Power Transformer
2. Inspection and Test Procedures
Apply visual and mechanical inspections 2, 3, 4
- NFPA 70 2017: Article 460 Capacitors 2 3 4
- NFPA 70 2017: Article 470 Resistors and Reactors 2 3 4
- Installation, protection and connection of capacitor banks
Employ methods and procedures for electrical tests 2, 3, 4
- Checking Capacitor Banks for Failed Capacitors
- How to measure inductance of a three phase reactor
- Inspection and maintenance of capacitor banks
- The basics of capacitor banks protection
3. Interpretation of Test Results
Evaluate results of electrical tests 2, 3, 4
- NETA-ATS 2017: Section 7.20 Capacitors and Reactors 2 3 4
- NETA-MTS 2019: Section 7.20 Capacitors and Reactors 2 3 4
Last Update: Aug 21, 2023
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Guide Table of Contents, Book 3
- Book 3 Overview
- A. Switchgear and Switchboard Assemblies
- B. Transformers
- C. Cables
- D. Metal-Enclosed Busways
- E. Switches
- F. Circuit Breakers
- G. Circuit Switchers
- H. Network Protectors
- I. Protective Relays
- J. Instrument Transformers
- K. Metering Devices
- L. Regulating Apparatus
- M. Grounding Systems
- N. Ground-Fault Protection Systems
- O. Rotating Machinery
- P. Motor Control Centers and Motor Starters
- Q. Adjustable-Speed Drive Systems
- R. Direct-Current Systems
- S. Surge Arresters
- T. Capacitors and Reactors
- U. Outdoor Bus Structures
- V. Emergency Systems
- W. Automatic Circuit Reclosers and Line Sectionalizers
- X. Fiber-Optic Cables
- Y. Insulating Liquids and Gases
- Z. Fuses
- AA. Electric Vehicle Charging Systems