The neutral of the three phase 20 MVA, 11kV alternator is earthed through a resistance of 5 ohms, the relay is set to operate when there is an out of balance current of 1.5 A. The CTs have a ratio of 100/5. What should be the minimum value of the earthing resistance to protect 90% of winding?

The neutral of the three phase 20 MVA, 11kV alternator is earthed through a resistance of 5 ohms, the relay is set to operate when there is an out of balance current of 1.5 A. The CTs have a ratio of 100/5. What should be the minimum value of the earthing resistance to protect 90% of winding? Correct Answer 2.12 Ω

% winding protected = 76.4 % resistance required to protect 90% of the winding 10 = Is*RV*100 R = 2.12 Ω.

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