enhancement of power flow in a line.

However, for new lines, proper system studies need to

be carried out to identify the corridors for use of such conductor.

11.4 The use of HTLS conductors need to be considered on case to case basis based on techno-
economic analysis over the life cycle.

11.5 HTLS conductor may be considered for use in distribution system where utility can get more
benefits in terms of technical loss although initial investment cost will be high.

11.6 Many of the type tests required for HTLS conductor are being carried out outside the country
which adds to the cost of project as all Type test facility is not available in India. The testing
facility should be created in India to save foreign exchange.

11.7 The HTLS conductor with composite cores needs careful handling. Composite materilas are
highly anisotropic, i.e, they have good tensile strength but lower shear, transverse and torsional
strength. Thus composite materials require careful handling and care needs to be taken in
choosing the correct diameter sheaves (i.e.travellers), bullwheel-tensioner and conductor
reels, to prevent failure or overstressing.

11.8 The erection of HTLS conductor should be carried out under the supervision of conductor
supplier / manufacturer. The manufacturers recommendation should be followed during
erection and commissioning of HTLS conductor.

11.9 The state utilities should go for vendor development programme in line with PGCIL for
promoting complete indigenization of the product.

11.10 In the bidding process, generic name of conductor like CCC, GAP conductor etc should only
used by the users / Power utilities instead of patented names of manufacturer (s) for example
ACCC, 3M etc.

11.11 The users / Power utilities should not invite bids for one specific type of HTLS conductor as
other types of HTLS conductors are also available to cater to similar requirement. In the
process the utilities will get the product at a competitive price as competition generally leads
to significant benefits to consumers through reduction in capital cost.

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ACSS: Aluminium Conductor Steel Supported
TACSR: Thermal Resistant Aluminium Alloy Conductor Steel Reinforced
ZTACSR: Super Thermal Resistant Aluminium Alloy Conductor Steel Reinforced
ZTACIR: Super Thermal Resistant Aluminium Alloy Conductor Invar Reinforced
GZTACSR: Gap Type Super Thermal Resistant Aluminium Alloy Conductor Steel Reinforced
ACCC: Aluminium Alloy Conductor with Composite Core

Draft Guide lines and specification including Qualification of Bidders for HTLS
conductor
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