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GRAAD 12
SENIOR CERTIFICATE/
NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE
GRADE 12
ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY: POWER SYSTEMS
NOVEMBER 2020
MARKING GUIDELINES
MARKS: 200
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Electrical Technology: Power Systems 2 DBE/November 2020
SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines
INSTRUCTIONS TO THE MARKERS
1. All questions with multiple answers imply that any relevant, acceptable
answer should be considered.
2. Calculations:
2.1 All calculations must show the formulae.
2.2 Substitution of values must be done correctly.
2.3 All answers MUST contain the correct unit to be considered.
2.4 Alternative methods must be considered, provided that the correct
answer is obtained.
2.5 Where an incorrect answer could be carried over to the next step,
the first answer will be deemed incorrect. However, should the
incorrect answer be carried over correctly, the marker has to re-
calculate the values, using the incorrect answer from the first
calculation. If correctly used, the candidate should receive the full
marks for subsequent calculations.
3. This memorandum is only a guide with model answers. Alternative
interpretations must be considered and marked on merit. However, this
principle should be applied consistently throughout the marking session at
ALL marking centres.
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Electrical Technology: Power Systems 3 DBE/November 2020
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QUESTION 1: OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
1.1 Any article or part thereof which is manufactured, provided or installed in the
interest of the health or safety of any person. (2)
1.2 Your right to fair labour practices.
Your right to work reasonable hours.
Your right to belong to a trade union.
Your right to earn a living wage.
Your right not to be discriminated against. (1)
1.3 If a person dies.
A major incident.
An incident where the health and safety of any person has been/was
endangered. (2)
1.4 To dismiss an employee without due process.
To reduce the rate of remuneration without due process.
Alter the terms of conditions of his/her employment to terms of conditions
that is less favourable to him/herself.
Harassment and verbal abuse.
Alter position relative to other people.
Treat employees unfair because of race.
NOTE: If a learner mentions only a violation of rights 1 mark will be awarded.
Duplicate mentioning of rights will not be awarded. (3)
1.5 In an emergency it can be pushed and it would immediately cut all electric
power to all the equipment, stopping them, thus making the workshop
safe. (2)
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Electrical Technology: Power Systems 4 DBE/November 2020
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QUESTION 2: RLC CIRCUITS
2.1 2.1.1 If VX lags VR by 35°
VR= 20 V
θ = 35º
VX=30 V
(2)
2.1.2 The voltages represent an RC circuit because, VR is always in
phase with IT and VX lags VR by 35°.
Because VR is in phase with IT and VX is lagging VR, thus proving that
the circuit is predominantly capacitive as IT leads VX. (2)
2.2 2.2.1 XL 2 π f L
2 π 60 20 10 3
7,54 Ω (3)
OR
XL =
XL =
XL = 7,54 Ω
2.2.2 VC I X C
6,5 25
162,5 V (3)
2.2.3 The voltage is lagging, because the capacitive reactance is greater
than the inductive reactance (VC is greater than VL). (2)
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2.2.4
VL
VR
IT
θ
VX = VC - VL VX
VT
VC
NOTE: 5 marks, 1 mark for each correct label of which VL, VC and
VR are priority marks and therafter any other two correct labels. (5)
2.3 2.3.1 Phasor diagram of a parallel RLC circuit at resonance. (2)
2.3.2 The voltage drop across the components in a parallel circuit is the
same, hence the voltage is used as the reference. (1)
OR
The applied voltage is common across all components.
2.3.3 In a parallel resonant circuit impedance is at maximum, and the
total current is at minimum. (2)
OR
The relationship between impedance and current in a parallel RLC
circuit is inversely proportional.
2.4 2.4.1 1
fr
2π LC
1
2 3,142 300 10 3 150 10 6
23,73 Hz
(3)
2.4.2 1 L
Q
R C
1 300 10 3
20 150 10 6
2,24
(3)
OR
If candidates calculate XL or Xc they can use the following formulae:
( )( )
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Q= Q=
Q= Q=
Q = 2,24 Q = 2,24
2.4.3 Z 20 Ω
Z R at resonance
(2)
2.4.4
1
C
4 π L fr 2
2
1
4 9,87 300 10 3 4 106
2,111 10 8 F
21,11 nF
(3)
OR
1 For resonance. Calculating XL
C
2π fr 2 L first and then since XL= XC
1
2 3,14 20002 300 103
2,113 108 F
( )( )
21,13 nF
( )( )
2.5. 2.5.1 Q1 (1)
2.5.2 Reading the values from the graph where f 1 = 30000 Hz and
f2 = 35000 Hz the following can be deduced:
f f
fr 1 2
2
30000 35000
.
2
32500 Hz
32,5 kHz (3)
NOTE: If the candidate deduced the value 32,5 kHz directly from the
graph, full marks will be awarded.
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2.5.3 Deducing the indicated bandwidth of Q1 from the graph as
35 kHz - 30 kHz the candidate will be able to calculate as follows:
BW f2 - f1 f
BW r and BW (f2 - f1 )
35000 - 30000 Q
5000 Hz f
(f2 - f1 ) r
f Q
BW r fr
Q OR Q
f (f2 - f1 )
Q r 32500
BW
32500 (35000 - 30000)
5000 6,5
6,5 (3)
[40]
QUESTION 3: THREE-PHASE AC GENERATION
3.1 3.1.1 Reactive power is the power in an AC circuit when the current is out of
phase with the voltage as a result of the capacitive and/or the
inductive load.
Reactive power is the power that is wasted and not used to do work on
the load. (2)
NOTE: If only the formula is explained or written only 1 mark will be
awarded.
3.1.2 Efficiency is the percentage ratio of the output power to the
input power. (2)
NOTE: If only the formula is explained or written only 1 mark will be
awarded.
3.2 VL
VPH
3
380
3
219, 39 V (3)
3.3 3.3.1 The load will draw more current from the supply.
Large cables may be needed to carry the current.
Maintenance cost will increase.
More heat will be generated in the cables. (4)
3.3.2 By adding power factor correction capacitors in parallel with a load.
Use synchronous motors in shunt (parallel) with the load.
Make use of phase advancers.
Variable speed drives
Soft starters (3)
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3.4 Kilo-watt-hour meter/Energy meter. (1)
3.5 3.5.1 √
√
(3)
3.5.2 VL VPH
380 V
VPH
Z PH
IPH
380
30
12,67 Ω
(5)
When candidates substitute Vph correctly as 380 V without calculating
it, two additional marks should be awarded to the 3 mark calculation.
3.5.3 P 3 VL IL Cos θ
3 380 52 0,9
30,8 kW (3)
3.6
(3)
3.7 A wattmeter is used to measure the input power/output power in an AC
system.
Any acceptable application that uses a wattmeter to indicate power usage. (1)
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QUESTION 4: THREE-PHASE TRANSFORMERS
4.1 A step up transformer steps up alternating voltage from low voltage to
high voltage
A step up transformer compensates for losses in a transmission system. (2)
4.2 Overloading
Lack of ventilation
Insufficient oil (3)
4.3 Oil Natural, Air Forced.
Oil Natural, Air Natural.
Oil Forced, Air Forced.
Oil Forced, Water Forced. (2)
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4.4 Temperature rises
Insulation failure
Short circuits
Gas forming due to oil breakdown
Explosion (2)
4.5 If the load is increased, the secondary current will increase resulting in an
increase in the primary current. This increase is due to the increased
magnetic force that results due to higher current flow. (2)
4.6 Delta – star
Star – delta
Star – star
Delta – delta
Step-up
Step-down
Isolation transformer (2)
4.7 Over current relay
Balance earth fault relay
Restricted earth fault relay
Standby earth fault relay
Bucholtz relay
Fuses
Circuit breakers (2)
4.8 Core Coil Flux
(3)
CORE-TYPE THREE-PHASE TRANSFORMER CONSTRUCTION
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4.9 Ensure the supply is switched off before wiring the transformer
Never touch any electrical wires or terminals on an energised transformer
with bare hands
Wear safety gear (PPE)
Be careful of the secondary terminals of a live open circuit transformer
Use short wires and ensure that the wires are tightly connected
Do not switch the circuit on before it is tested. (1)
4.10 4.10.1
(5)
OR
If the learner calculated the input power by using the given line
current, the following answer will be accepted.
√
√ ( )( )
W
4.10.2 Vph(1)
TR
Vph(2)
11000
219,39
50 : 1 (3)
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4.10.3 S
IL(2)
3 VL(2)
200000
3 380
303,86 A (3)
OR
( ) √
=
√
= 303,86 A
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QUESTION 5: THREE-PHASE MOTORS AND STARTERS
5.1 Check that the bolts securing the motor to the frame are tight.
Check that the end plates are fastened properly.
Check the bearings for smooth rotation.
Check the movement of the shaft.
Check for cracks in the housing. (3)
5.2 It is cheaper and more robust
It has slightly high efficiency and power factor
These motors are explosion proof, since the risk of sparking is eliminated by
the absence of slip rings and brushes.
Reduced maintenance due to absence of brushes. (3)
5.3. 5.3.1 Sequence motor starter without a timer
NOTE: This cannot be a forward / reverse motor due to no lock-out. (1)
5.3.2 (a) The function of the stop button is to disconnect the supply from
the control circuit and stops both motors. (2)
(b) The function of MC1 (N/O1) is to allow current to flow in the
parallel circuit even after the start button is released.
It is the hold in contact (one mark only) (3)
5.3.3 When the start button 1 is pressed the current flows through the stop
button and O/L1.
MC1 (Motor 1) will energise
MC 1NO1 and MC 1NO2 will close.
Motor 1 will start running.
When start button 2 is pressed MC 2 (Motor 2) will energise and close
holding in contact MC 2NO1 and switch Motor 2 on.
The two motors will run respectively (6)
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5.4 5.4.1 60 f
ns
p
60 50
6
500 rpm (3)
5.4.2 nr n s (1 S)
500 (1 0,05)
475 rpm (3)
NOTE:
If the candidate calculated 5% of the synchronous speed
0,05 x 500 = 25 rpm the following can apply:
S = ns – nr
Nr = Ns – slip(revolutions)
Nr = 500 – 25
Nr = 475 r.p.m
5.5 5.5.1 P
IL
3 VL Cos θ
18000
3 380 0,8
34,18 A (3)
5.5.2 Papp 3 VL IL
3 380 34,18
22,5 kVA (3)
OR
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Electrical Technology: Power Systems 13 DBE/November 2020
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QUESTION 6: PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC CONTROLLERS (PLCs)
6.1 6.1.1 Hardware refers to all the physical parts (e.g. CPU) of the device that
can be seen and touched. (2)
6.1.2 Software refers to machine/graphical language (e.g. windows, software
programmes) that is installed on a computer or written into the PLC
that instructs it to interact with its input and output hardware. (3)
6.1.3 An opto-coupler is a semiconductor device that uses light (e.g. Light
Emitting Diode) to transmit a signal between two circuits that are
electrically isolated. (3)
6.2 Input module
Output module
Power supply
Central processing unit (Microprocessor) (3)
6.3 Supply lines to the PLC should be installed with either a fuse or a circuit
breaker. (protection)
Correct wiring and connections should be checked before connecting the
supply to the PLC.
Ensure that wiring is of adequate size to carry the required current.
Ensure that low-voltage signal-carrying wiring is not housed together with
mains/ heavy current wiring.
Avoid over tightening of securing screws. (3)
6.4 6.4.1
A
=1 Q
B
A
Q
B
NOTE: One mark for the inputs
One mark for the logic function (2)
NOTE: See examination instruction
6.4.2 (a) 0
(b) 1
(c) 1
(d) 0 (4)
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6.5 The inductive proximity sensor is applied in:
Counting of metal objects
Positioning of metal objects
Detect the presence of metal objects and whether they are ferrous or
non-ferrous. (1)
6.6 6.6.1 An ON-delay timer contact
Edge triggered wiping relay (Siemens) (1)
6.6.2 When the push button (I1) is pressed, the Timer will be energised.
The normally closed contact of the Timer will open (TD)
The output (Q) will be at low state. (OFF)
The output will remain at that off state for 15 seconds.
When the timer TD times through it will reset to low.
Contacts TD will close (inverted input) and Q will go high until the
timer TD is set via I1 again. (5)
6.7 The circuit will not latch when the start button is released. (1)
6.8 6.8.1 The "Red Lamp" will be ON
The "Green Lamp will be OFF (2)
6.8.2 The function of the MC (contactor coil) is to close and open the
contacts the moment it is energised. (i.e. MC/NO1 and MC/NO2 will close
and MC/NC1 will open)
OR
The purpose of MC (contactor coil) is to magnetise the core which is
connected to the contacts. When the core moves the contacts are
closed.
When the coil is no longer magnetised, a coil spring opens the contacts
again. (2)
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6.8.3
O/L STOP START MC
MC/NO1
Red
MC/NC Lamp
Green
MC/NO2
Lamp
OR
O/L STOP START MC
MC/NO1
Red
MC/NC Lamp
Green
MC/NO2
Lamp
(9)
FIGURE 6.8: LADDER LOGIC DIAGRAM
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6.9 When a three-phase AC is applied to the input unit, the diode bridge
rectifying circuit convert AC to DC.
The DC waveforms contains ripple voltage,
DC with ripple voltages are smoothed by filter capacitors
DC voltages are then converted back [by Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor
(IGBT)] into variable AC voltage and
Variable frequency through the switching circuits will result in variable
speed control.
NOTE:
If the following response is given, 2 marks will be awarded.
When a three-phase or single-phase supply is connected to a VSD, its circuitry
will increase or decrease the frequency of the output AC power signal supplied
to the motor. (5)
6.10 Synchronous motor with a permanent magnet stator.
Synchronous motor with brushes or brushless. (2)
6.11 6.11.1 Pulse A has shorter on time and Pulse B has longer on time. (2)
6.11.2 The greater the width of the pulses the higher the average
voltage. (2)
6.12 The installation of the system should be done by a qualified, experienced
technician.
Avoid using long cable runaways to reduce losses.
An energy efficient motor should be considered.
Harmonics should be kept to a minimum.
Consider the installation safety instructions. (3)
6.13 6.13.1 Braking Unit (1)
6.13.2 Braking resistor (1)
6.14 When the load goes down, the motor holds back the downwards
acceleration, thus
Creating excess energy through induction
This energy will be fed back to the system to be stored or dissipated as heat
at the breaking resistor if excessive. (3)
[60]
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