New test standard for MO surge arresters

摘要

The paper describes, after a short historical review, the actual discussion of MO surge arresters standardization work. A critical review of the relevant IEC standards and results of research work initiated by Cigre? WG A3.17 of SC A3, High Voltage Equipment, influenced the standardization work of IEC TC 37, Surge Arresters. The most important new type tests are briefly discussed.