Energy and Power · Gas Analysis

Transformer Oil Dissolved Gas Analysis by GC

This transformer-oil DGA solution extracts dissolved gases from insulating oil, introduces the recovered gas through a quantitative sampling path and separates the diagnostic components by gas chromatography.

01 Solution overview

This transformer-oil DGA solution extracts dissolved gases from insulating oil, introduces the recovered gas through a quantitative sampling path and separates the diagnostic components by gas chromatography.

IndustryEnergy and Power
TechnologyGas Analysis
Sample preparationdissolved-gas extraction from insulating oil
Sampletransformer insulating oil
Analyteshydrogen, methane, ethane, ethylene, acetylene, carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide
DetectorMethod-specific detector

02 Method basis

The working method is defined by the stated matrix, analytes, analytical route and laboratory reporting requirements. Record the adopted reference method and revision in the laboratory procedure before routine use.

03 Sample and analytical target

The matrix is transformer insulating oil. The analytical target is hydrogen, methane, ethane, ethylene, acetylene, carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide. Sample state, target range and the adopted method determine preparation, transfer, detector choice and calibration design.

04 Analytical principle

Dissolved gases are first released from the insulating-oil sample with a controlled extraction procedure. The recovered gas, rather than the liquid oil, is introduced into the GC system.

TCD and FID channels are selected for hydrogen, light hydrocarbons and carbon oxides according to the adopted method and reporting range.

05 Sampling and preparation

Collect insulating oil without introducing air and preserve the sample container until extraction.

Apply the documented dissolved-gas extraction procedure, then transfer a repeatable gas aliquot to the sampling valve.

06 Separation and detection

Use the GC column and detector channels to resolve hydrogen, methane, ethane, ethylene, acetylene, carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide.

Check extraction blanks, gas standards, valve repeatability and detector response before reporting the DGA profile.

07 System configuration

ModuleConfigurationRole
Sample matrixtransformer insulating oilDefines preparation and transfer conditions
Injectionquantitative injection of the extracted gasProvides repeatable sample introduction
SeparationGas AnalysisResolves targets from matrix components
DetectionMethod-specific detectorProduces the selective analytical response
Quantificationcalibration with certified gas standards followed by reporting of the dissolved-gas profileConverts response into reportable results

08 Compatible Huishi product

GC-460 Gas Chromatograph

GC-460 Gas Chromatograph

Model
GC-460
Brand
Huishi Instruments
Category
Gas chromatograph
Role
Provides the verified injection, separation, detection and data-acquisition functions required by this solution.

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09 Analytical workflow

1Collect insulating oil
2Extract dissolved gases
3Fill quantitative gas loop
4GC separation with TCD/FID
5Review diagnostic gas profile

10 Calibration and quality control

calibration with certified gas standards followed by reporting of the dissolved-gas profile.

Use preparation blanks, calibration checks, replicate samples and matrix spikes appropriate to the method. Review retention, response, blank contribution and recovery before releasing results.

11 Configuration decisions

  • Match the inlet and transfer path to the sample phase and volatility.
  • Choose the detector from analyte response and matrix selectivity.
  • Confirm the concentration range with standards before selecting sample size or dilution.

12 Frequently asked questions

How is the detector selected?

Detector selection follows target response, matrix selectivity, calibration range and the stated analytical route.

What is required before routine analysis?

Confirm the laboratory method, system suitability, calibration performance, blanks, recovery and repeatability with representative samples.

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