carona discharge at high altitudes
carona discharge at high altitudes
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I would like to get help regarding IEC Standards.
What do IEC Standards (6034 series) say about insulation for motors at high altitudes, say 3200m. Please explain the concept of carona discharge with regards to humidity, temperature and altitude. Also explain voltage derating at such high altitude.
What do IEC Standards (6034 series) say about insulation for motors at high altitudes, say 3200m. Please explain the concept of carona discharge with regards to humidity, temperature and altitude. Also explain voltage derating at such high altitude.





RE: carona discharge at high altitudes
Yes, higher insulation is also important at those altitudes due to the condition of rarified atmosphere. If not, it can cause higher corona discharges and failure.