IEEE 1653.6-2013

This document includes recommended practices for grounding of dc equipment enclosures installed in dc traction power distribution facilities. DC distribution facilities may include, but are not limited to, traction power substations, tie breaker stations, gap breaker stations, section huts, cross-tie substations, circuit breaker houses, and equalizer houses.

This document provides recommended practices for grounding dc equipment enclosures to system designers, transit authorities, system operators, and manufacturers of dc traction power distribution facilities.

New IEEE Standard - Superseded. The grounding of dc equipment enclosures installed in dc traction power distribution facilities as well as related insulation treatments required for solid and resistance grounding methods are covered in this standard. Guidelines are also given for material, installation, and testing of insulation used in dc traction facilities and further recommended criteria for acceptability are provided. System grounding, though related, is not covered in this document