For any electrical installation connected to Qatar\’s national power grid, compliance with Kahramaa (Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation) technical standards and regulations is not optional — it is a legal requirement. Understanding Kahramaa\’s requirements is essential for electrical engineers, contractors, consultants, and equipment suppliers working on any project in Qatar that involves electrical systems.
Autonex has extensive experience supplying Kahramaa-compliant electrical equipment and supporting clients through the approval process across Qatar.
Who is Kahramaa?
Kahramaa is the sole entity responsible for the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity and water across Qatar. Established in 2000, Kahramaa oversees Qatar\’s national power and water infrastructure, sets technical standards for all electrical connections to its network, and is responsible for approving all substations, transformers, switchgear, and metering equipment connected to the Qatar grid.
Key Kahramaa Technical Documents
- QGEWC Standards and Specifications — Technical specifications for transformers, switchgear, cables, and meters
- Distribution Code — Rules for connection to the distribution network
- Metering Code — Requirements for energy metering at connection points
- Protection Coordination Studies — Required for industrial and large commercial connections
Electrical Equipment Requiring Kahramaa Approval
- Distribution Transformers — 11 kV/433V transformers must be Kahramaa type-tested and approved
- MV Switchgear and RMUs — Ring Main Units and primary switchgear at customer substations
- LV Switchgear (MDB and SMDB) — Main and sub-main distribution boards must comply with Kahramaa LV specifications
- Energy Meters — Kahramaa-approved meters only; smart meters for new connections
- Power Factor Correction — Kahramaa imposes power factor penalties; APFC panels are required for large consumers
- Cables and Wiring — Must comply with IEC standards and Kahramaa cable specifications
Common Kahramaa Compliance Pitfalls
- Using non-approved transformer or switchgear makes — always verify the Kahramaa approved equipment list before procurement
- Incorrect metering configuration — CT ratios and meter programming must be exactly as specified by Kahramaa
- Power factor below Kahramaa\’s minimum threshold — install APFC systems proactively
- Harmonic levels exceeding Kahramaa limits — particularly from large VFD installations
How Autonex Supports Kahramaa Compliance
Autonex has a thorough understanding of Kahramaa technical requirements built over years of supplying transformers, switchgear, smart meters, and power factor correction equipment to Qatar projects. We supply only Kahramaa-approved equipment and support our clients with documentation packages, approval submissions, and technical queries throughout the project lifecycle.
Contact Autonex today to discuss Kahramaa-compliant electrical equipment supply for your Qatar project.