That is the voltage rating the product can stand up to. If the lightning withstand voltage was 100,000,000V, that means the item could get struck by lightning that is up to 100,000,000V without damaging it.
Lightning impulse withstand voltage
BIL is basic insulation level as per you or in other words it would be "basic impulse level" which implies the limit up to which an insulator could withstand impulse due to lightning strikes. Impulse is generated on the insulation due to the high voltage surges and spikes due to lightning strikes. BIL is generally much higher as compared to power frequency withstand voltage. In other words BIL is lightning Impulse withstand voltage. Impulse withstand voltage is the voltage that is generated due to switching operation and it's much higher than power frequency withstand, but BIL or the lightning withstand voltage is a the voltage level that an insulation can withstand during surge or lightning strikes.
The lightning phenomena is occurred on transmission lines or sub-stations due to which a negative wave is generated hence definitely destroy the power apparatus. So for impulse voltage testing of any power apparatus one must produce a negative impulse.
Sudden rise in Voltage is called Impulse voltage.
A full wave impulse test on electrical bushings evaluates their insulation integrity and ability to withstand transient electrical stresses. This test applies high-voltage impulse waves that simulate lightning strikes or switching surges, helping to identify potential weaknesses or defects in the insulation system. By assessing the bushing's response to these electrical impulses, the test ensures the reliability and safety of electrical equipment in service. Overall, it is a critical diagnostic tool for maintaining the performance of high-voltage systems.
Lightning impulse withstand voltage
BIL is basic insulation level as per you or in other words it would be "basic impulse level" which implies the limit up to which an insulator could withstand impulse due to lightning strikes. Impulse is generated on the insulation due to the high voltage surges and spikes due to lightning strikes. BIL is generally much higher as compared to power frequency withstand voltage. In other words BIL is lightning Impulse withstand voltage. Impulse withstand voltage is the voltage that is generated due to switching operation and it's much higher than power frequency withstand, but BIL or the lightning withstand voltage is a the voltage level that an insulation can withstand during surge or lightning strikes.
Simply, the voltage which is withstand by the test object as an impulse is called as rated impulse voltage.
The distance between high voltage lines is governed by either a switching impulse voltage or lightning impulse voltage. The distance between lines, or lines and tower must have a high enough dielectric strength to avoid flashover at these voltage. Air can withstand a voltage of 3kv/mm.
The instantaneous voltage rating of a given insulation sytem. In the case of a lightning strike, it is very high voltage but only for a split second. The insulation is designed to handle this rated voltage for a split second without damage to the apparatus. Any longer, and damage would result.
Please refer Chapter 1, Page 2 of "Insulation coordination for power systems" by Andrew R. Hileman that gives a good description of the term BIL and BSL (Basic Switching Impulse Withstand Voltage).
The Basic impulse level is the maximum peak voltage that a piece of equipment can withstand. When you exceed this rating the insulation will break down and short out.
The lightning phenomena is occurred on transmission lines or sub-stations due to which a negative wave is generated hence definitely destroy the power apparatus. So for impulse voltage testing of any power apparatus one must produce a negative impulse.
Sudden rise in Voltage is called Impulse voltage.
A full wave impulse test on electrical bushings evaluates their insulation integrity and ability to withstand transient electrical stresses. This test applies high-voltage impulse waves that simulate lightning strikes or switching surges, helping to identify potential weaknesses or defects in the insulation system. By assessing the bushing's response to these electrical impulses, the test ensures the reliability and safety of electrical equipment in service. Overall, it is a critical diagnostic tool for maintaining the performance of high-voltage systems.
The r.m.s of sinusoidal power frequency voltage that the equipment can withstand during tests under specified conditions and for a specified time
BIL stands for Basic Impulse Level, it is the impulse voltage or power ( in the case of testing a transformer) or surge voltage in the case of lightning or switching, that a transformer or any other electric device is able to with stand. It refers to maximum voltage a device can with stand with out insulation breakdown which leads to a short circuit.