How often should relay protection testers be inspected
A general rule of thumb would be to visually inspect every one to two years, secondary injection testing every one to three years, and primary injection every three to five years or on major changes. This involves visual inspection of the physical condition of the relay for wear, corrosion, and loose connections. But besides start up testing I have never failed a micro processor based relay, I dont see the point in testing them at all after commisioning. While there is no absolute uniform standard for testing frequency—as it depends on multiple factors—regular testing is mandatory to ensure reliable operation during critical events and prevent catastrophic failures. In a typical application, Protective Relay Testing should be conducted at least every two years in accordance with NFPA 70B. Acceptance testing, commissioning, and startup will include control power tests, current transformer and potential transformer tests, and any other device testing associated with the protective.
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