C57.12.29 Pad-Mounted Equipment-Enclosure Integrity For Coastal Environments
C57.12.29 Pad-Mounted Equipment-Enclosure Integrity For Coastal Environments
C57.12.29 Pad-Mounted Equipment-Enclosure Integrity For Coastal Environments
Attached is an errata for the recently published ANSI C57.12.29-1999. The CommunicationsDept. was
provided incorrect figures for this standard. Please note that the correct figures are those that are included
in the errata.
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Replacement Figures
Errata
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These six figures (illustrations)of test panels required to conduct testing specified in the standard.
Please disregard the figures included within the standard.
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Replacement Figures
4.00 4.00
Substrata test panel Type AISI 409 stainless steel control panel
Figure I Figure 2
NOTES:
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Replacement Figures
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Figure 4
Figure 3
1. Hole can be placed in panel for
hanging for paint opeations if
TEE *OTE
required. Locate centered on short
dimension and 118" to edge of hole on
long dimension. Recommended
maximum hole size 9116" diameter-
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Standard Review, substantial agreement has been reached by directly and materially affected
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CONTENTS
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Foreword ................................................................................................................................................. i
1 Scope and purpose ......................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Scope..................................................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Purpose ................................................................................................................................. 1
3 Definitions ....................................................................................................................................... 2
3.1 Routine tests.......................................................................................................................... 2
3.2 Design tests ........................................................................................................................... 2
3.3 Conformance tests ................................................................................................................. 3
3.4 Pad-mounted enclosure ........................................................................................................ 3
3.5 Dry film thickness .................................................................................................................. 3
3.6 Pad lock ................................................................................................................................. 3
3.7 Enclosure security ................................................................................................................. 3
3.8 Axial force .............................................................................................................................. 3
3.9 Prying leverage...................................................................................................................... 3
3.1O Coastal environment ............................................................................................................. 3
3.1 1 Substrate ............................................................................................................................... 3
3.12 Gel coat ................................................................................................................................. 3
3.13 Above grade .......................................................................................................................... 3
4 Enclosure security............................................................................................................................ 4
6 Labels ............................................................................................................................................ 12
6.1 Purpose ............................................................................................................................... 12
6.2 Application ........................................................................................................................... 12
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7 General .......................................................................................................................................... 12
7.1 Shipment ............................................................................................................................. 12
7.2 Coating repair procedure..................................................................................................... 12
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ANSI C57.12.29-1999
This standard and the related standards on three- and single-phase distribution transformers were
prepared by the Joint C57/C37 Working Group on Enclosures.
Suggestions for improvement of this standard will be welcome. They should be sent to the National
Electrical Manufacturers Association, 1300 N. 17th Street, Rosslyn, Virginia 22209.
This standard was processed and approved for submittal to ANSI by Accredited Standards Committee on
Transformers, Regulators, and Reactors, C57, and Accredited Standards Committee, C37, Switchgear.
Approval of the standard does not necessarily imply that all committee members voted for its approval.
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G. Anderson
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K. S. Hanus
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E. Byron, Chairman
A. K. McCabe, Executive Vice-chairman, HV Standards
J. C. Scott, Executive Vice-Chairman, LV Standards
D. L. Swindler, ExecutiveVice-chairman, IEC Activities
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AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARD ANSI C57.12.29-1999
This standard covers conformance tests and requirements for the integrity of above grade pad-mounted
enclosures intended for installation in coastal environments containing apparatus energized in excess of
600 volts that may be exposed to the public including, but not limited to, the following types of equipment
enclosures:
This standard does not cover installations that are under the exc,Lisive control of electric utilities and that
are located in such a manner that access to the equipment is controlled exclusively by the utility.
1.2 Purpose
The DurDose of this standard is to describe the requirements for a comprehensive integrity system for
pad-mounted enclosures providing long field life with'minimum maintenan& and positive safety features.
(Copies are available from ASTM 100 Bar Harbor Drive, West Conshohocken, PA 19426.)
ASTM D I654-92, Method for Evaluation of Painted or Coated Specimens Subjected to Corrosive
Envimnments
ASTM D4060-95, Standard Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of Organic Coatings by the Tabor
Abrader
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ASTM D4585-92, Standard Practice for Testing Water Resistance of Coatings Using Controlled
Condensation
ASTM G53-95, Standard Recommended Practice for Operating Light and Water Exposure Apparatus
(Fluorescent UV-Condensation Type) for Exposure of Nonmetallic Materials
(Copies available from the Society of Automotive Engineers, 400 Commonwealth Blvd, Warrendale, PA
15906.)
The following standards are listed here for information only and are not essential for the completion of the
requirements of this standard.
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ANSI C2-97, National Electrical Safety Code
3 Definitions
3.1 Routine tests
Tests are made for quality control by the manufacturer on every device or representative samples, or on
parts or materials, as required to verify during production that the product meets the design specifications
and applicable standards.
NOTES
1 Certain q u a l assurance tests on identified critical pa* of repetitive high-production devices may be tested on a planned
statistical sampling basis.
2 ?RoutineTests?are sometimes called ?ProductionTests.?
Tests made by the manufacturer to determine the adequacy of the design of a particular type or model of
equipment, or its component parts, to meet its assigned ratings, and to operate satisfactorily under
normal conditions and under special conditions if specified. These tests may be used to demonstrate
compliance with applicable standards of the industry.
NOTE-Design tests, sometimes called type tests, are made on representative apparatus or prototypes to verify the validity of
design analysis and calculation methods and to substantiate the ratings assigned to all other apparatus of basically the same
design. These tests may also be used to evaluate the modification of a previous design and to ensure that performance has not
been adversely affected. Test data from previous similar designs may be used for current designs, where appropriate. Once made,
the tests need not be repeated unless the design is changed so as to modify performance.
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Certain performance tests are conducted to demonstrate compliance with the applicable standards. The
test specimen is normally subjected to all planned routine tests prior to initiation of the conformance test
program.
NOTE-The conformance tests may, or may not, be similar to certain design tests. Demonstration of margins (capabilities) beyond
the standard requirements is unnecessary.
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An enclosure containing electrical apparatus, typically located outdoors at ground level where the general
public has direct contact with the exterior surfaces of the equipment. The general construction of this
equipment shall be such that authorized personnel may obtain access to the apparatus inside the
equipment comparbnent(s).
A locking device specified by the user that will prevent the disengagement of the penta head device (e.g.,
key or combination lock, one time or twist lock, single-use lock, or similar device.)
The completely assembled apparatus will resist unauthorized entry when tested in accordance with the
procedures of this standard.
A force applied along the axis of the pry bar from its handle to its pry tip.
A force at right angles to the handle times the distance from this force to the point of insertion of the pry
tip into a joint, crevice, or similar opening in enclosure.
The land area within 762 meters (2500 feet) of the mean high water line.
3.11 Substrate
The material that provides the inhibition for ultraviolet protection and color to the fiber reinforced plastic
(FRP).
A term referring to an equipment use location above the high water line not intended for partial or total
submersion.
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This clause is intended to comply with clause 4 of ANSI (257.12.28-1999 in its entirety, including text,
tables, and figures.
The objective of this section is to describe the design and performance requirements for pad-mounted
enclosures for coastal environments. Other performance requirements may be needed to provide long
field life in other environments.
5.1.1 Accessibility
The enclosure shall be designed such that all exterior surfaces are accessible for proper surface
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preparation and the application of a uniform amount of the coating materials. Additionally, all exterior
surfaces of the enclosure are to be accessible for the purposes of inspection and maintenance of the
enclosure over the life of the equipment.
The enclosure shall be designed to shed water and minimize areas where corrosive elements can
accumulate.
All welds shall be treated to prepare the weld area and the heat affected zones for coating. Weld spatter
shall be removed. All welds are to be made in accordance with appropriate industrial welding standards.
5.2.1 General
The substrate shall be of a material that, when coated or otherwise processed, will maintain the structural
integrity of the enclosure over the life of the apparatus.
The apparatus enclosure substrate shall exhibit a general corrosion rate not to exceed 1 mil (.001) per
year and a maximum pit depth not to exceed 5 mil (.005)over the life of the apparatus, when exposed to
natural corrosive environments.
Five (5) uncoated, welded substrate specimen (Figure 1) test panels and five (5) AISI 409 (Figure 2)
stainless steel, unwelded, control test panels, when exposed to 1500 hours of salt spray in accordance
with ASTM B117, shall be evaluated for percent weight loss. The average weight loss of each set of test
panels shall not exceed 2.5% after the 1500 hours exposure. In addition, the ratio of the average percent
weight loss between the specimen test panel and the control test panel sets shall not exceed 5 to 1. (It is
not uncommon for the welded specimen test panel to exhibit greater weight loss due to the galvanic
action between the weldment and the base metal.)
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0.56
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-0.02
PENTAHEAD
0.380 MAX
0.226 MIN
AS
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Figure 1 Captive and recessed pentahead bolts
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The welded test panel shall be fabricated in accordance with Figure 1 using standard production welding,
fabrication, and cleaning practices. The AISI 409 control test panel shall be unwelded but fabricated and
pretreated using standard production practices prior to testing.
See Test Method A for the procedure for comparative weight loss analysis of the test panels.
5.3 Coating system requirements
5.3.1 General
All coated or gel-coated surfaces on the exterior or interior of the enclosure that may be exposed to the
atmosphere shall be capable of meeting the performance tests required by this standard.
If more than one coating system is used for different areas of the enclosure, the areas in which each is
used shall be identified. The laboratory test performance data of each coating system shall be identified.
The laboratory test performance data of each coating system shall be submitted for approval upon
request. This data shall be resubmitted whenever there are changes in the method and/or materials.
Unless othewise specified, the topcoat color shall be Munsell7GY3.291.5 pad-mount green. (
Test specimens shall consist of panels of the same material composition used in production. Test
specimens shall be in accordance with Figures 1, 2,3,4,5, and 6 as to size and type. Quantity and type
of panels in each test is identified under the specific test. All panels shall be cleaned, coated, and cured
using the production coating system. Coated test panels shall be conditioned at room temperature and
humidity for a minimum of seven days prior to any testing.
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5.5 Coating system performance requirements
A marine environment for natural accelerated testing, located on the ocean or Gulf of Mexico, with a view
of the surf-line that is unrestricted by buildings. Corrosion rate for an ingot of iron of AISI 1008 carbon
steel shall be greater than 10 mils per year as determined by annual evaluation. Monitoring for chloride
deposition (monthly), iron ingot corrosion rate (annual), temperature, and rainfall shall be maintained and
historical data provided upon request.
NOTE-Examples of test sites that meet this criteria are Battelle Memorial Institute's Florida Materials Research Facility (Daytona
Beach, Florida) and LaQue Corrosion Service's (Wrightsville Beach, NC) Marine Atmospheric Test Site.
Three (3) coated panels, per Figure 3, shall be scribed per ASTM D1654 and tested for 12 weeks at a
test site that meets the criteria in 5.5.1.1. The panels shall be exposed in a rack facing the ocean at a 30"
angle from the horizontal and positioned to ensure that moisture runs down the length of the scribe line
during the exposure period.
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SPRING SCALE
FOR PULL WRCE
NOTES:
(1) AU dimensions are h inches.
(2) Typica device: Iron Man scales, capacity: 200 lb, No. 1756T4, or the equivalent.
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After the twelve (12) week exposure, prepare the scribe for evaluation per ASTM D1654, procedure A,
method 2. The scribe shall be divided into fourteen (14) % zones and the worst spot in each zone will be
evaluated (exclude the first % inch of the scribe at each end of the scribe line). The average of the
fourteen (14) readings shall be rated per ASTM D 1654, Table 1. After a rating has been set for each of
the three (3) panels, the average rating of the three (3) panels shall not be less than a 9 rating. The area
away from the scribe shall have no blisters and be free of any corrosion bleed through. The % inch area
around the perimeter of the panel and hanging hole shall not be included in the rating of the face of the
panel.
Two (2) coated panels, per Figure 3, shall be tested for 1000 hours in accordance with ASTM D4585
except that the test shall be conducted at 45OC f l0C(113OF f 2OF). Upon completion of the test, panels
shall be evaluated for:
a) Blistering-There shall be no blistering observed on the surface of the panel when inspected
within 15 minutes after removal from the cabinet.
b) Softening-After removal from the cabinet, allow the panels to air dry at room temperature for 24 f
1 hours. There shall be no more than one (1) pencil hardness change when tested per ASTM
D3363. Any color change shall be noted.
5.5.4 Insulating fluid resistance test (for liquid filled units only)
Partially immerse one (1) coated panel, per Figure 4, in the insulating liquid for 72 hours, at 1OOC -105OC
-
(212OF 221OF). On the immersed portion of the panel, there shall be no loss of adhesion per ASTM
D3359, no blisters, no streaking, and no more than one (1) pencil harness change when tested in
accordance with ASTM D3363. Any color change shall be noted.
The following test is required only for coated surfaces on the exterior of the enclosure. Expose two (2)
test panels, per Figure 4, for 500 hours in accordance with ASTM G53, utilizing the FS-40 bulb with a
cycle of four hours ultraviolet at 6OoC (140OF) followed by four hours condensation at 5OoC (122OF). Loss
of gloss shall not exceed 50% of original gloss as measured per ASTM D523. The coating shall not
exhibit cracking or crazing under unaided visual inspection.
The following test is required only for coated surfaces on the exterior of the enclosure. One (1) coated
panel, per Figure 5, having the minimum dry film thickness of total coating system shall be tested using a
CS-10 wheel and 1000 gram weight in accordance with ASTM D4060. A total number of 3000 cycles
shall be run with the wheels resurfaced before testing and after each 500 cycle run. Upon completion of
the test, no bare metal shall be present.
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I SEE NOT 2 I
1 L 2 - 1 1 - 3 4
FIG 6
FIG 5
NOTES :
I . HOLE CAN BE PLACED I N PANEL
FOR HANGING FOR PAINT
OPERATIONS IF REOUIRED. LOCATE
CENTERED ON SHORT DIMENSION
AND l/8# TO EDGE OF HOLE ON
LONG DIMENSION. RECOMMENDED
MAXIMUM HOLE SIZE 9/16 DIAMETER.
2. WELD BEAD TO BE THE TYPE
METAL COMPOSITION AS THE PANEL.
WELD BEAD TO BE 1/4 WIDE
AND 1/4 HIGH.
3. HOLE CAN BE PLACED I N
PANEL FOR HANGING, TO
BE LOCATED IN ONE CORNER.
RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM HOLE
SIZE 9/16 DIAMETER.
4. SCRIBE PER ASTM DI654
ACROSS WELD APPROXIMATELY
4. SCRIBE LENGTH.
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5 . PANEL THICKNESS TO 8E OF
TYPICAL PRODUCTION STOCK
USED I N THE MANUFACTURE OF
DEVICES TEST I S INTENDED FOR.
6 . 1/4 DIA. HOLE MAY REOUIRE
REAMING TO F I T TABER ABRADER POST
FIG 7
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Two (2) coated panels per Figure 6, are to be tested per ASTM D3170 at room temperature using 60 psi
air pressure. The panels shall be evaluated for chips. Chip size shall not exceed 3 millimeters (greatest
dimension).
6 Labels
6.1 Purpose
Labeling can be an important aspect of pad-mounted enclosure integrity. Labeling can alert or inform an
individual of potential hazard. Pad-mounted enclosures should be designed to achieve a high degree of
integrity. When labels are attached to pad-mounted enclosures, they should be located as near the
hazard as practicable. Labels should be concise and simple to understand, and should accurately
communicate the type and degree of hazard.
6.2 Application
The application of any labels, whether intended for interior or exterior use, shall be subject to an
agreement between the purchaser and the manufacturer.
7 General
7.1 Shipment
The manufacturer shall provide a method of shipment that will allow the enclosure to be received by the
purchaser such that it still meets the performance tests required by this standard.
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Test Method A
a) Inspect welded panels to assure that welds are smooth and will not collect salt in any area when
exposed in accordance with ASTM Bl17 with the major axis of the weld upright.
b) Ensure that all test panels are thoroughly dry. Record the weight of each panel to the nearest
0.0001 gram.
c) Expose all test panels to 1500 hours salt spray in accordance with ASTM B117.
d) After exposure, immediately remove the test specimen and immerse in warm water.
e) Manually scour each panel while wet using a nonmetallic, abrasive pad such as Scotchbrite #86
heavyduty pads or equivalent. Remove rust from pits with a sharp tool.
9 After scouring all panels, rinse in clean warm water (never let the panels dry until rinsing is
complete).
h) Reweigh the panels to the nearest 0.0001 gram and calculate the percent weight loss.
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