Dynamic Ratings Introduces Integrated Partial Discharge Monitoring on the C50 Platform at CIGRE Paris 2026
Paris, France — August 2026
Dynamic Ratings will introduce its latest advancement in transformer monitoring at CIGRE Paris 2026: Partial Discharge (PD+) monitoring integrated into the C50 platform. This new capability enables utilities to detect insulation issues earlier while simplifying system design and deployment.
As transformer fleets age and grid conditions evolve, with increasing harmonic content and operational stress, utilities face growing pressure to identify emerging faults sooner. Partial discharge (PD) remains one of the earliest indicators of insulation degradation, yet traditional monitoring approaches often rely on standalone systems that add complexity to already crowded control cabinets.
Dynamic Ratings’ PD+ capability addresses this challenge by embedding partial discharge monitoring directly within the company’s proven C50 transformer monitoring platform.
A Shift to Integrated Monitoring
Unlike conventional PD systems that operate independently, PD+ is integrated into the C50 platform, bringing partial discharge data into a broader view of transformer health. By consolidating PD measurements alongside other critical data, such as bushing condition, temperature, and dissolved gas analysis, utilities gain a more complete and accessible understanding of asset performance.
This integrated approach delivers key benefits:
- Reduced installation complexity with fewer devices and simplified wiring
- A single point of data access for improved diagnostics and decision-making
- A streamlined system architecture, minimizing space and integration challenges in control cabinets
Designed for Evolving Grid Demands
The introduction of PD+ reflects the changing demands placed on power transformers. As utilities extend asset life and operate under increasingly dynamic grid conditions, early fault detection becomes critical to maintaining reliability.
By incorporating PD monitoring into a broader condition-based monitoring strategy, the C50 platform enables utilities to:
- Detect insulation issues earlier
- Reduce the risk of unexpected transformer failures
- Support data-driven maintenance strategies to maximize asset life
Engineering Built for Real-World Applications
The PD+ module is designed to align with real-world transformer applications, supporting multiple sensor inputs while leveraging existing C50 infrastructure. This approach allows utilities to enhance monitoring capabilities without introducing additional standalone systems.
“With PD+ integrated into the C50 platform, we’re giving utilities a more practical and scalable approach to partial discharge monitoring, improving visibility into transformer health without adding complexity,” said Allen Mason, Director of Product Management at Dynamic Ratings.
See It at CIGRE Paris 2026
Attendees are invited to learn more about PD+ at Booth A36 during CIGRE Paris 2026:
- Live discussions and product demonstrations available throughout the event
- Daily Happy Hour: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 16:30–18:00
About Dynamic Ratings
Dynamic Ratings is a global provider of monitoring, control, and communication solutions for power transformers and electrical power apparatus. Its solutions help utilities improve reliability, reduce risk, and extend asset life through advanced condition-based monitoring.