Transmission Line - Connection Information

Figure 1: Connection Information

Option Descriptions
Option Description

ID Name

Uniquely identifies the equipment item. The program automatically assigns a name, but you can change it, if needed. The name can be up to 30 characters long.

For transmission lines, the program automatically assigns the names X-1, X-2, X-3, and so on.

From Bus

The bus from which the transmission line connects, which must already exist on the one-line. Ensure that the From Bus has the same base kV as the transmission line's To Bus. For reference, the From Bus base kV is displayed next to the bus name.

To Bus

The bus to which the transmission line connects, which must already exist on the one-line. Ensure that the To Bus has the same base kV as the transmission line's From Bus. For reference, the To Bus base kV is displayed next to the bus name.

Phase

The phase type for this item:

  • 3PH: 3 phase
  • 1PH: 1 phase

Show Entire Line

This check box is selected by default and causes the entire line to be displayed. By clearing the check box, the line is only be shown as a short section at each end with labels indicating the bus to which the other end is attached.

Style

The style of the line that appears on the one-line. This setting is specific to the selected item and overrides any default styles specified for the equipment.

Weight

The weight of the line that appears on the one-line. This setting is specific to the selected item and overrides any default weights specified for the equipment.

(Information Icon)

The blue information icon indicates that the item must be disconnected to change the value. See Information Icon for more information.

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