Measurement and Identification of Partial Discharge in 11kV XLPE Cable Jointing

Abstract

The reliability of power networks can be compromised by failures in cable connections, which are often caused by poor insulation quality. The use of different insulating materials during the connection process can result in defects, leading to partial discharge (PD) in high voltage equipment. PD measurements using a Rogowski Coil sensor and a high-efficiency Oscilloscope, following the IEC-60270 guidelines, are a widely recognized method for evaluating the quality of insulation systems. Experimental measurement was performed at university high voltage laboratory. This paper focuses on measuring PDs in extension (joint) cables, where they typically occur, specifically in 11kV XLPE jointing cables, and comparing them with ordinary cables without jointing. The project aims to analyze PD signal characteristics and identify partial discharge patterns in the time and frequency domains using MATLAB. .