Compact Substation

High-reliability factory-assembled packaged substations engineered for global utilities, industrial parks, renewable energy, and commercial power networks.

Prefabricated Packaged Compact Substations

Urja Techniques (India) Pvt. Ltd. designs, engineers, and manufactures industrial-grade Compact Substations (Packaged / Unitised Substations) engineered in strict compliance with IEC 62271-202, IS 1180, and IS 2026 standards. Designed for high electrical reliability, personnel safety, and minimal space footprint, our self-contained compact substations integrate High Voltage (HT) Switchgear, a Step-Down Distribution Transformer, and a Low Voltage (LT) Distribution Panel into a single factory-tested enclosure.

Built with over 30 years of transformer manufacturing experience, every substation unit undergoes rigorous testing by independent laboratories such as CPRI and ERDA. Featuring IP54/IP55 weather-proof outdoor protection, heavy-duty hot-dip galvanization, and anti-corrosive powder coating, Urja Compact Substations deliver seamless power distribution across 40+ countries in demanding tropical, desert, coastal, and industrial environments.

Compact & Unitised Substation Models

Explore our certified range of packaged indoor and outdoor compact substations customized for international voltage ratings and site conditions.

Unitised Sub Station 1B manufactured by Urja Techniques

Unitised Sub Station 1B

The Unitised Sub Station 1B is a fully modular, factory-assembled unitized substation optimized for medium-voltage industrial and utility power networks. Housing high-grade CRGO copper winding transformers and rugged steel enclosures, it delivers ultra-low operational losses and maximum operational uptime.

Voltage Class:11 kV / 33 kV to 433V
Efficiency:99.9% High Efficiency
Frequency:50 Hz / 60 Hz
Enclosure:Hot-Dip Galvanized / IP54
Winding:Electrolytic Copper Winding
Standards:IEC 62271-202 / IS 1180
Compact Indoor Substation engineered for commercial and industrial buildings

Compact Indoor Substation (Up to 2500 kVA)

Specifically engineered for high-rise commercial structures, data centres, hospitals, and indoor manufacturing plants. Built with fire-retardant materials, safety interlocks, and optimized thermal ventilation channels for safe indoor operation without requiring massive space overheads.

Capacity Range:100 kVA up to 2500 kVA
Primary Voltage:11 kV / 22 kV / 33 kV
Color Finish:Light Grey (RAL 7035) / Custom
Sheet Metal:3 mm Heavy-Duty CRCA Steel
Protection:SF6 / VCB Switchgear Protected
Standard:IEC 62271 / ASTM A123
Outdoor Compact Transformer Substation for urban power distribution

Compact Transformer Substation

A turnkey outdoor prefabricated substation solution comprising three insulated compartments: High Voltage Switchgear (Ring Main Unit), Distribution Transformer (Oil-filled or Cast Resin Dry Type), and Low Voltage Switchboard with automatic power factor correction (APFC) options.

Capacity Range:100 kVA to 2500 kVA
Coating:Polyurethane / Epoxy Powder Coated
Thickness:3 mm to 8 mm Structurals
Galvanization:IS 2629 / IS 4759 Standard
Welding:ISO 3834 / IS 2825 Certified
Application:Urban Grid & Industrial Power
Distribution Transformer module for Compact Substations

Transformer for Compact Substation

Custom-designed, low-loss step-down distribution transformers optimized specifically for installation inside tight substation compartments. Available in Hermetically Sealed Oil-Filled or Vacuum Pressure Impregnated (VPI) / Cast Resin Dry Type variants with enhanced heat dissipation design.

Power Rating:100 kVA – 2500 kVA
Core Material:High-Grade CRGO / Amorphous
Winding:EC Grade Copper / Aluminum
Design Type:Hermetically Sealed / Conservator
Insulation:Class A / Class F / Class H
Standards:IS 1180 (Part 1) / IEC 60076
500 kVA Compact Substation Unit by Urja Techniques

500 kVA Compact Substation Unit

Standardized 500 kVA industrial packaged substation ready for immediate installation. Designed for rapid plug-and-play field integration with integral earthing switches, internal lighting, safety interlocks, and surge protection arresters.

Rated Power:500 kVA
Voltage Class:11 kV / 33 kV Step-Down
Surface Finish:Hot-Dip Galvanized + Polyurethane
Height:2100 mm Standard Dimension
Quality Std:IS 1180 (Part 1): 2014 Level
Welding Quality:ISO 3834 Compliant

Standard Substation Technical Specifications

Comparative engineering parameters for international procurement and EPC system design.

Parameter HT Switchgear Compartment Transformer Compartment LT Switchboard Compartment
Rated Voltage Class 11 kV / 22 kV / 33 kV 11–33 kV / 0.433 kV 415V / 433V (Up to 690V)
Switchgear / Equipment Type SF6 Gas Insulated RMU / VCB Oil-Filled (Hermetic) / Dry Type (CRT/VPI) Air Circuit Breaker (ACB) / MCCB Panel
Capacity Range Up to 33 kV 630A 100 kVA to 2500 kVA 250A to 4000A Busbar Rating
Degree of Protection (IP) IP54 / IPX4 Outdoor IP23 (Ventilated) / IP54 IP43 / IP54 Outdoor Rating
Short-Circuit Withstand 20 kA for 3 Seconds As per IEC 60076-5 50 kA for 1 Second
Enclosure Finish 3mm Galvanized Steel / Powder Coated (RAL 7035 / Custom Marine Paint)
Applicable Standards IEC 62271-202, IS 1180 Part 1 (2014), IS 2026, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015

Key Advantages for Global Procurement

Compact Space Footprint

Requires up to 70% less land area compared to conventional open-yard substations. Ideal for dense urban infrastructure, high-rise buildings, and industrial plants.

Factory-Tested Safety

Fully compartmentalized internal metal barriers prevent fault propagation. Integrated door interlocks ensure personnel protection during inspection and maintenance.

Rapid Field Installation

Delivered as a pre-wired, pre-tested, single-piece unit requiring minimal civil foundation work and short field installation timelines for EPC contractors.

Extreme Weather Endurance

Built with double-roof insulation, anti-condensation heaters, and tropicalized anti-corrosion protection designed for extreme ambient temperatures (-10°C to +55°C).

Low Total Cost of Ownership

High-efficiency CRGO core laminations reduce no-load and load electrical losses, providing massive long-term operational expenditure (OPEX) savings.

Complete International Testing

Type-tested at CPRI and ERDA labs for dielectric withstand, short-circuit impulse, temperature rise, and degree of ingress protection.

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