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    Reading

    in Megohms

    The graph below shows an example of the insulation


    resistance readings on an electric motor.

    By examining the variations of the insulation value


    according to the test voltage application time, it is
    possible to assess the quality of the insulation. This
    method allows conclusions to be drawn even if there
    is no insulation measurement log, but it is
    nevertheless advisable to record the periodic
    measurements carried out in the context of a
    preventive maintenance program .

    Polarization Index (PI)

    Date of Test

    At A, the insulation resistance decreases due to


    aging and dust accumulation.
    The sharp fall at B indicates there was an
    insulation fault.
    At C, the fault has been repaired (rewinding of
    the motor) so the insulation resistance has
    returned to a higher value and has remained
    stable over time, indicating a good conition.
    Reference: AEMC

    Instruments

    Testing Methods Based on the


    Influence of the Test Voltage
    Application Time (PI & DAR)
    These methods involve measuring successive
    insulation resistance values at specified times. They
    have the advantage of not being particularly
    influenced by temperature, so they can be applied,
    without correcting the results, as long as the test
    equipment is not subject to significant temperature
    variations during the test.
    They are ideal for preventive maintenance on rotating
    machines and for monitoring insulation.
    If the insulation material is in good condition, the leakage
    or conduction current is low and the initial measurement
    is strongly influenced by the capacitance charging and
    dielectric absorption currents. The insulation resistance
    measurement will rise during the time when the test
    voltage is applied because these disturbance currents
    decrease. The stabilization time necessary for
    measurements on insulation in good condition depends
    on the type of insulation material.
    If the insulation material is in poor condition (damaged,
    dirty and wet), the leakage current is constant and very
    high, often exceeding the capacitance charging and
    dielectric absorption currents. In such cases, the
    insulation resistance measurement will very quickly
    become constant and stabilize at a high voltage.

    For this method, two readings are taken at 1 minute


    and 10 minutes, respectively. The ratio (without
    dimensions) of the 10-minute insulation resistance
    over the 1-minute value is called the Polarization
    Index (PI) and can be used to assess the quality of
    the insulation.
    The measurement method using the polarization index is
    ideal for testing solid insulating circuits. Because of this,
    it is not recommended for use on equipment such as oilimmersed transformers as it will give low results even if
    the insulation is in good condition.

    The VDE (catalogue 228/4) recommendation on


    "Recommended Practice for Testing Insulation
    Resistance of Rotating Machinery" defines the
    minimum value of the Polarization Index (PI) for AC
    and DC rotating machinery in temperature classes B,
    F and H as 1.25. More generally a PI greater than 2 is
    a sign of excellent insulation, while an index under
    1.25 indicates a potential problem.
    PI = R 10-minute insulation / R 1-minute insulation

    The results are interpreted as follows:


    PI Value
    < 1.25
    1.25 to 2
    >2

    Insulation Condition
    Problem
    Good
    Excellent

    Dielectric Absorption Ratio (DAR)


    For installations or equipment containing insulation
    materials in which the absorption current decreases
    quickly, insulation measurements after 30 seconds
    and 60 seconds may be sufficient to qualify the
    insulation. The DAR is defined as follows:
    DAR = R60-second insulation / R30-second insulation

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