Abstract:Based on the analysis of a damping defect of external current transformer of 500 kV HGIS,the reasons of damping are found out and the moisture - proof measures and drying measures are put forward for current transformer. Through the analysis and treatment of the case,it is believed that the rainwater can easily get into this type of external current transformer when it is running outdoors,and the sealing should be strengthened. When the coil of current transformer is damped,the combination of electric heating and hot air method can achieve wonderful results.