MV distribution

metalclad switchgear
withdrawable circuit-breaker
1 to 17.5 kV

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General contents

Closer to you 6

Quality assurance and environment 7

Chain of values 8

In conformity to the latest IEC 10

General overview 11

Cubicle description 12

IF incomer and feeder 630 A, 1250 A & 2500 A 14

C coupler - R riser 1250 A & 2500 A 15

MT metering & busbar earthing 630 A, 1250 A & 2500 A 16

LS load break switch 630 A 17

Merlin Gerin products inside 18

Schneider Electric products inside 22

Instrument transformers 23

Applications 26

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Closer to you

For over 40 years, Schneider Electric has provided Medium Voltage

electrical network protection, monitoring and control solutions in the
public distribution, industry and building sectors.

is an indoor, metal-clad switchgear designed for the MV

applications of HV/MV, MV/MV and MV/LV substations.

The switching devices are of the metalclad withdrawable type.

design takes into account three categories of user requirements:

■ reliability necessary for continuity of power supply,
■ simple installation, operation and maintenance,
■ safety of operation personnel.

Schneider Electric support

is designed to be manufactured locally, benefiting from full
support of Schneider Electric:
■ technical,
■ industrial,
■ quality control,
■ process.

offers you
Pre-engineered & adaptable solutions tailored to your specific requirements:
■ significantly reduced maintenance,
■ local support centres.

Conformity with the most recent standards

■ switchboard assemblies IEC 62271-200 (replacing IEC 60298)
IEC 60529 & IEC 60694
■ circuit breakers IEC 62271-100
■ contactors IEC 60470
■ current transformers IEC 60044-1
■ voltage transformers IEC 60044-2
■ protection relays IEC 60255 & IEC 61000
■ low voltage wiring IEC 60227
■ low power CT IEC 60044-8 (FDIS)
■ earthing switch IEC 6271-102
■ environmental testing & corrosion IEC 60068 & IEC60654

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Quality assurance and environment

Type test
The certification process of Schneider Electric guarantees that the product:
■ has been subjected to type testing according to standardised procedures
(EN 4500) in approved laboratories by independent organisations,
■ is in conformity with recognised international standards.

For , certification has been carried out by an approved external

organisation ESEF-CERTIFELEC, member of the STLA (Short-circuit
Testing Liaison) in conformity with EN 45011 standards.
ESEF is the counterpart in France of ASTA in England and KEMA in
Netherland.

Strict and systematic checks

During its manufacture, each is subject to systematic routine
testing, intended to check both quality and conformity:
■ sealing test,
■ filling pressure test,
■ measuring of opening and closing speeds,
■ measuring of operating torque,
■ dielectric test,
■ testing of safety systems and interlocks,
■ testing of low voltage components,
■ conformity with drawings and diagrams.
The results obtained are given by the quality control department on each
device’s test certificate..

… a major asset
Certified quality ISO 9001
In each of its units, Schneider Electric integrates a functional organization
whose main role is to check quality and monitor compliance with standards.
This procedure is:
■ uniform throughout all departments,
■ recognized by many customers and approved organizations.

But above all, its strict application has allowed us to obtain the recognition
of an independent organization: the French Quality Assurance Association
(AFAQ).
The quality system for the design and manufacture of is
certified to be in conformity with the requirements of ISO 9001 and
ISO 9002 quality assurance standards.

… protected environment
Certified quality ISO 14001
As part of the company environmental policy, has been designed
with environmental protection in mind:
■ the materials used, insulators and conductors are identified easily,
separable and recyclable,
■ production sites are certified ISO 14001.

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Chain of values

… reliability
■ type tested cubicles,
■ 40 years of experience in the field of MV distribution,
■ wide base of installed MV switchgears all over the world,
■ existence in more than 130 countries,
■ the user benefits from the service expertise developed by Schneider
Electric in terms of:

Specifying Implementing
We help you to define your We oversee the completion and
solutions: selection guide, commissioning of your installation:
technical assistance, advice… design, cost optimization, guaranteed
performances and dependability,
commissioning tests, etc.

Modernizing Operating
We can bring the performance of We help run your daily operations in
your installation up to date: real time: maintenance contract,
installation audit, switchgear technical assistance, supply of
diagnosis, adaptation and replacement parts, corrective and
modification, end of life recycling, preventive maintenance, operation
etc. and maintenance training, etc.

… comprehensive solution
■ different types of CB technologies (vacuum and SF6),
■ wide range of performance / applications,
■ wide range of sensors and protection devices.

… simplicity
■ a user interface which is easily understood by everybody,
■ sepam-type protection units enabling on-site information retrieval
without any additional devices,
■ maintenance limited to simple, routine operating checks and cleaning,
■ easy installation due to identical civil engineering for all cubicles,
■ roll-on-floor CB type which enables simple operation and handling
without need for extra tools.

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Chain of values

… safety
Very comprehensive set of mechanical interlocks
prevents operator errors.
■ enhanced safety for your staff and operations,
■ operations are all performed from the front,
■ the earthing switch with making capacity.

… proximity
■ international quality level available locally,
■ targets to offer:
❐ fast response to requests for quotes and
tenders,
❐ optimal solutions with advanced features,
■ is based on a modular structure
for cubicle, designed to meet:
❐ local requirements,
❐ local standards.

… durability
structure is designed to:
■ withstand transportation conditions,
■ withstand operating under different
environmental conditions.

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In conformity to the latest IEC

Loss of service continuity category LSC2B

Switchgear categories with regard to the loss of service continuity when
opening accessible compartments (other than busbar, in single busbar
designs)
■ LSC1 other functional units or some of them shall be
disconnected.
is a metal
■ LSC2
enclosed switchgear ❐ LSC2A other functional units can be energized.
❐ LSC2B other functional units and all cable compartments
designed and tested in can be energized.
conformity to the latest
IEC 62271-200
definition
Partition class (metal partition)
Switchgear classification with regard to the nature of the barrier between
live parts and opened accessible compartment.
■ PM metalic shutters and partition between live parts
and open compartment (metal-enclosed
condition maintained, i.e. no electrical field when
compartment is opened).
■ PI insulation covered discontinuity in the metallic
partitions / shutters between live parts and open
compartment.

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General overview

is an indoor, metal-clad switchgear designed with different

degrees of protection up to IP 5X, in accordance with IEC 60529.

Busbar compartment
VT compartment

Control compartment

Cable compartment

C.B. compartment

Construction
■ all the metal surfaces are produced with anti-corrosion protected sheet
steel in accordance to ISO 5002,
■ paint: epoxy powder polymerized at high temperature,
■ non metallic components are self-extinguishing,
■ supports: cast resign with high electrical and mechanical performance,
■ has different degrees of protection (up to IP5X) in accordance
with IEC 60529.

In addition to the metallic low voltage compartment which comprises all

control & monitoring devices, consists of four main compartments
separated by metallic partitions:

Busbar Cable & CTs Circuit breaker VTs

Design fixed fixed withdrawable withdrawable

Accessibility with tools with tools interlocked interlocked
Partitioning metallic partition metallic partition metallic partition metallic partition

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Cubicle description

Withdrawable unit and earthing

This includes:
■ withdrawable circuit breaker,
■ complete circuit breaker compartment equipped with metallic safety
shutters (1) and dedicated bushings,
■ earthing switch with making capacity,
■ LV connector between control compartment and CB auxiliaries,
■ complete earth circuit,
■ front door to maintain the cubicle’s protection degree IP with the CB
disconnected.

Interlocking
The cubicle incorporates different interlockings to prevent incorrect
operation. secures operation to:
■ operate the circuit breaker,
■ rack in and out,
■ operate the earthing switch,
■ access to the VTs and fuses,
■ connection and disconnection the LV plug,
■ operation of the earthing truck.

Protection control and command

Sepam series is a multifunctional digital protection unit with the following
main applications:
■ Sepam S type: substation incomer and feeder,
■ Sepam B type: bussectioning,
■ Sepam T type: transformer feeder,
■ Sepam M type: motor feeder,
■ Sepam C type: capacitor feeder,
■ Sepam G type: generator feeder.

(1) Independant opening and padlocking facilities.

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Cubicle description

Cable connection and VTs compartment

This compartment is easily accessible from the back of the panel:
■ connection by cables,
■ voltage transformers are fully withdrawable types,
■ current transformers: MV block CTs, Ring CTs or MV low power CTs.

Busbar compartment
With flat copper bars and no fragile parts, this compartment requires no special
maintenance under normal operating conditions.
■ partitioning between each cubicle,

Options:
■ insulated busbars and junctions.

Pressure relief
■ general structure is designed so that the expanding gas developed in
case of a short circuit shall be directed in a safe direction through special
flaps to ensure personal safety,
■ this provision (flaps) is provided for each compartment,
■ the used (flaps) are designed to maintain the cubicle protection degree IP.

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IF incomer and feeder
630 A, 1250 A and 2500 A

Incomer & feeder IF11 & IF12

The values below
are given for normal
operating conditions
Sepam
as defined in
IEC 60298 & 60694
relating to the H
construction of
medium voltage
switchgear and
controlgear
assemblies and
IEC 60529 defining
D W
the degree of
protection provided
by the enclosure.
Functions
■ Low voltage compartment ■ Cables connection
■ Circuit breaker type ❐ bottom entry
❐ vacuum technology ■ Current transformers (available options)
❐ SF6 technology ❐ 3 MV conventional type (block CT) (2)
(1) ❐ 3 MV low power CTs associated with sepam relay
■ Voltage transformers
❐ 3 or 6 ring CTs on the CT bushings
❐ withdrawable
(1)
■ Earthing switch (with making capacity) ■ Surge arrestors
(1)
■ Voltage presence indication system (1) ■ Heaters
■ Interlocking system

Switchgear type IF11 IF12

Electrical characteristics
rated voltage Ur kV 7.2 12 17.5 7.2 12 17.5
rated insulation level Ud kVrms, 50 Hz - 1min 20 28 38 20 28 38
Up kVimpulse, 1.2 / 50 µs 60 75 95 60 75 95
rated current In Arms 630 A ■ ■ ■
1250 A ■ ■ ■
2500 A ■ ■ ■
breaking capacity Isc kA 25 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
31.5 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
40 ■ ■ ■ ■
short time withstand current Icw kArms / 3 s 25 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
31.5 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
40 ■ ■ ■ ■
rated operating sequence O - 3 min - CO - 3 min - CO ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
O - 0.3 s - CO - 3 min - CO ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
O - 0.3 s - CO - 15 s - CO ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
operating time ms opening < 50 < 50 < 50 < 50 < 50 < 50
breaking < 60 < 60 < 60 < 60 < 60 < 60
closing < 65 < 65 < 65 < 65 < 65 < 65
protection degree IP 3X - IP 4X - IP 5X IP 3X - IP 4X - IP 5X
ambient temperature °C 40 (3) 40 (3) 40 (3) 40 (3) 40 (3) 40 (3)
Dimensions and weight
height (H) mm 2120 2120
width (W) mm 750 950
depth (D) mm 2044 2170
weight kg 750 900

(1) Optional.
(2) On request, the cubicles can be delivered with double set of CTs.
(3) On request, the cubicles can be delivered for higher temperature up to 55 °C.

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C coupler - R riser
1250 A and 2500 A

Coupler C11 & C12

Functions
■ Low voltage compartment

■ Circuit breaker type

❐ vacuum technology
❐ SF6 technology
H
(1)
■ Heaters
Sepam
■ Interlocking system

D W

Riser R11 & R12

Functions
■ Low voltage compartment
(1)
■ Voltage transformers
❐ withdrawable

■ Current transformers (available options) H

❐ 3 MV conventional type (block CT)
❐ 3 MV low power CTs
(1)
■ Surge arrestors
(1)
■ Heaters

D W

C11 C12 R11 R12

7.2 12 17.5 7.2 12 17.5 7.2 12 17.5 7.2 12 17.5

20 28 38 20 28 38 20 28 38 20 28 38
60 75 95 60 75 95 60 75 95 60 75 95

■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
■ ■ ■ ■
■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
< 50 < 50 < 50 < 50 < 50 < 50
< 60 < 60 < 60 < 60 < 60 < 60
< 65 < 65 < 65 < 65 < 65 < 65
IP 3X - IP 4X - IP 5X IP 3X - IP 4X - IP 5X IP 3X - IP 4X - IP 5X IP 3X - IP 4X - IP 5X
40 (3) 40 (3) 40 (3) 40 (3) 40 (3) 40 (3) 40 (3) 40 (3) 40 (3) 40 (3) 40 (3) 40 (3)

2120 2120 2120 2120

750 950 750 950
2044 2044 2044 2044
650 800 600 720

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MT metering and busbar earthing
630 A, 1250 A and 2500 A

Metering MT11

D W

Functions
■ Low voltage compartment
■ Voltage transformers
❐ withdrawable

■ Busbar earthing
❐ with earthing switch
(1)
■ Surge arrestors
(1)
■ Voltage presence indication system

Switchgear type MT11

Electrical characteristics
rated voltage Ur kV 7.2 12 17.5
rated insulation level Ud kVrms, 50 Hz - 1min 20 28 38
Up kVimpulse, 1.2 / 50 µs 60 75 95
rated current In Arms 630 A ■ ■ ■
1250 A ■ ■ ■
2500 A ■ ■ ■
short time withstand current Icw kArms / 3 s 25 ■ ■ ■
31.5 ■ ■ ■
40 ■ ■
protection degree IP 3X - IP 4X - IP 5X
ambient temperature °C 40 (2) 40 (2) 40 (2)
Dimensions and weight
height (H) mm 2120
width (W) mm 750
depth (D) mm 2044
weight kg 550

(1) Optional.
(2) On request, the cubicles can be delivered for higher temperature up to 55 °C.

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LS load break switch
630 A

Load break switch LS

Characteristics:
■ Rated voltage 7.2 & 12 kV

■ Rated current up to 630 A

■ Short time withstand current 25 kA
■ Power fuses (1) H
(1)
■ Surge arrestor
■ SF6 technology

Dimensions:
■ Height (H) = 2120 mm D W
■ Depth (D) = 1273 mm

■ Width (W) = 375 mm

Switch or disconnector and earthing switch

The three rotating contacts are placed in an enclosure filled with gas to a
relative pressure of 0.04 MPa (0.4 bars).
The system offers maximum operating reliability:
■ Gas tightness
The SF6 filled enclosure is of the “sealed pressure system” type and
sealing tightness is always checked in the factory.

Switch-disconnector ■ Safety
❐ the switch may be in one of three positions: “closed”, “open” or “earthed”,
giving a natural interlocking system that prevents operator error. Moving
contact rotation is driven by a fast-acting mechanism that is independent of
the operator.
❐ the device combines the breaking and disconnecting functions.
❐ the SF6 enclosed earthing switch has a short-circuit making capacity
in compliance with standards.

■ Breaking principle
Contacts closed Contacts open Contacts earthed
❐ the outstanding qualities of SF6 gas are used to extinguish the electrical
arc. To increase the cooling of the arc, a relative movement is created
between the arc and the gas.
❐ the arc strikes when the fixed and moving contacts separate. The
F
combination of the current and a magnetic field created by a permanent
magnet causes the arc to rotate around the fixed contact, extending and
F cooling it until it is extinguished at current zero point.
F ❐ the distance between the fixed and moving contacts is then sufficient to
F S withstand the recovery voltage.
This system is both simple and dependable, and it provides improved
electrical endurance due to very low wear of contacts.
F

SF6, the switchgear manufacturer’s gas (1) Optional.

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The reliability and dependability of LF circuit breaker

a cubicle is also ensured by from 1 to 17.5 kV with SF6 technology
the internal components in order to
provide a coherent architecture ■ LF 2 - 3 circuit breakers equip the cubicles type IF11, IF12, C11 and C12
and thereby ensuring the best for voltage values of between 7.2 kV and 17.5 kV,
guarantee to the continuity of ■ Breaking technique is based on the principle of self-expansion in SF6,
service for the installation. ■ The 3 main poles are contained in an insulating enclosure of the sealed
system type, which requires no filling during the service life of the device
is introduced by 2 (in conformity with standard IEC 62271-100 & IEC 60694),
breaking technologies: ■ This gas-tight enclosure is filled with SF6 at a low relative pressure of
■ SF6 (LF) 0.15 Mpa (1.5 bars),
■ Vacuum (Evolis) ■ Low pressure filling ensures reliable gas tightness,
■ LF 2 - 3 circuit breakers are equipped with a pressure switch,
■ LF 2 - 3 circuit breakers are actuated by RI type stored energy release
mechanisms.

LF circuit breakers is in conformity with most demanding mechanical

endurance class (IEC 62271-100: class M2) & highest electrical
endurance class (IEC 62271-100: class E2).

Principle of the self-expansion breaking technique

This technique is the result of a wide experience in SF6 technology and
significant research effort.
a
b It combines the rotating arc technique with thermal expansion to create
the conditions to cool and extinguish the arc.
This enables the control mechanism energy to be reduced as well as arc
contact erosion, mechanical and electrical endurance is therefore increased.

The operating sequence in a self-expansion breaking chamber whose

moving part is actuated by the mechanical control is as follows:
Fig. 1: the circuit breaker is closed.
Fig. 2: on opening of the main contacts (a), the current is transferred to the
breaking circuit (b).
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
Fig. 3: on separation of the arcing contacts, an electrical arc appears in the
expansion chamber (c), the arc rotates under the effect of the magnetic field
created by the coil (d) which has the breaking current running through it, the
overpressure produced by the increase in gas temperature in the gas
d expansion chamber (c) causes gas flow which blows the arc within the
tubular arcing contact (e), thus causing it to extinguish when the current
c passes to zero.
e Fig. 4: circuit breaker open.

Fig. 3 Fig. 4

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Evolis circuit breaker

from 1 to 17.5 kV with vacuum technology
■ Evolis circuit breaker equips the cubicles type IF11, IF12, C11 and C12
for voltage values of between 7.2 kV and 17.5 kV.
■ Evolis circuit breaker is used to protect & control MV public or industrial
distribution networks.

High electrical endurance

A magnetic field is applied in the axis of the vacuum interrupter contacts.
The process maintains the arc in diffused mode even at current values.
It ensures optimal dispersion of the energy over the contact surface and
avoids localized temperature rise.
The advantages of this technique are:
■ a very compact vacuum interrupter,
■ low energy dissipation of the arc in the vacuum interrupters.

Evolis is in conformity with the highest electrical endurance class

(IEC62271-100: class E2).

High mechanical endurance

This magnetic field is generated by a patented external coil which sur-
rounds the contact zone.
This solution provides many advantages:
■ a simplified and therefore reliable vacuum interrupter,
■ heavy duty contacts which do not distort during repeated switching
operations,
■ considerable reduction in control mechanism energy.

For the first time, a low voltage device control mechanism has been
integrated in a medium voltage circuit breaker. The Masterpact control
mechanism used on Evolis provides the benefits of a system that has
proven itself for over 10 years on hundreds of thousands of installations.

Evolis is in conformity with most demanding mechanical endurance

class (IEC 62271-100: class M2).

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Sepam series 20, series 40 and series 80

The Sepam protection units provide a comprehensive measurement,
protection and energy management chain.

A performant and economic solution

The Sepam, through its modular offer, provides a cost effective solution
tailored to every requirement.

Sepam series 20

Easy to order and install

All the components in the protection chain are referenced and can be
delivered very quickly.

The power of a multifunctional digital unit

Sepam is more than a simple protection relay; it is truly multifunctional unit
using state of the art digital technology, offering:
■ circuit breaker diagnosis functions (operating counter and operating time,
recharging time, cumulated broken A2),
■ direct circuit breaker control matching with all types of release unit,
Sepam series 40
■ remote equipment operation using the modbus communication protocol.

Sepam series 20, series 40 and series 80 can be connected on 1 A / 5 A

conventional CTs, Low Power CTs & LV ring CTs.

Low power CT sensors type CLP1 for Sepam

■ the CLP1 sensors are voltage-output current sensors of the Low Power
Current Transducer (LPCT) type, compliant with the IEC 60044-8 standard,
■ the CLP1 sensors are designed to measure rated current between 100 A
and 1250 A, with a ratio of 100 A / 22.5 mV, and may be used on networks
with a maximum voltage of 17.5 kV.

Sepam series 80 The same sensors measure phase currents from 100 A to 1250 A.

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Sepam: protection, monitoring and control units

Sepam is a range of digital protection, monitoring and control units and is
at the centre of the protection, monitoring & control system for
functional units: all the necessary protection, metering, control, monitoring
and signalling functions are carried out by Sepam.

Like the range, the Sepam range is a range of units defined to

provide an optimal solution for each application and includes:
■ Sepam S type: substation incomer and feeder,
■ Sepam B type: bussectioning,
■ Sepam T type: transformer feeder,
■ Sepam M type: motor feeder,
■ Sepam C type: capacitor feeder,
Sepam 1000+ ■ Sepam G type: generator feeder.

Sepam advantages
Sepam, a digital multi-functional protection unit, provides you with the
following advantages:
■ simple to use for better daily efficiency: user-machine interface (UMI)
which is ergonomic and which provides comprehensive & clear information
to operators.
■ simple to incorporate: flexibility and user friendliness of parameter setting
software and simplified tests.
■ money saving:
❐ integrating all functions required in one single, ready to use product,
❐ upgradeable solution, to spread the cost of investment over time.

■ centralized switchboard management:

❐ Sepam is easily integrated into all network control systems, due to its
Modbus communication interface,
❐ all data required for installation monitoring and control are accessible
through the Modbus communication.
■ better network knowledge through the oscillo-disturbance recording
function & measurement of the imbalance ratio, motor operation
parameters, etc.
■ improving continuity of service:
❐ through effective preventive equipment maintenance using switchgear
diagnosis functions: time and number of operations, sum of breaking
Modbus communication architecture
currents A2, etc.
❐ through clear and comprehensive information, both locally and remotely,
reducing the time needed to act in the event of a fault.

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Power monitoring and control devices

The PowerLogic Power Meter is a cost effective, high performance meter.
It can operate as a stand-alone device or as part of the power monitoring
and control system from Schneider Electric: the PowerLogic system (1).

Essential power monitoring

■ revenue-class; accuracy 0.2 % current / voltage,
■ on-board memory for energy consumption analysis,
■ on-board clock / calendar for time / date stamping.

Application flexibility
■ separate meter and display modules,
■ direct-connect up to 600 V: higher voltages with PTs.

Other devices, such as the PowerLogic Circuit Monitor, are available

for MV & LV networks. Main functions include comprehensive power
monitoring, power quality analysis, recording and optional input and
output control.

Earthing Switch
An earthing switch is used to earth and short-circuit the cable ends before
work is performed on the cable. The switch incorporates the following:
■ designed for making capacity,
■ a fast-acting closing mechanism independent of the operator,
■ a locking device which will not allow it to be operated until the circuit
breaker has been opened and withdrawn,
■ 3 voltage capacitive dividers incorporated into the insulators which
support the terminal plates, and connected to three “neon” indicators
mounted on the front plate, to indicate whether the cables are live or dead.
Voltage Presence Indicating Systems are in compliance to IEC 61958.

(1) For more information, please consult us.

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Instrument transformers

Voltage transformers
These voltage transformers are used to supply power to:
■ measuring, metering and monitoring devices,
■ relays or protective devices,
■ auxiliary LV sources for various types of switchgear, all these devices are
protected and insulated from the MV section.

The voltage transformers are withdrawable type and the energized part
is entirely encapsulated in an epoxy resin, which provides both electrical
insulation and mechanical strength.

The voltage transformers are with one insulated MV terminal, for connection
between neutral and phase conductors in three-phase systems.

Both the VT and the fuse are withdrawable from both sides.

Technical characteristics
■ primary voltage 3/3 up to 15/3 kV,
■ 1st secondary voltage available in different ratios with burden up to 50 VA
and accuracy class 0.5 (1),
■ 2 nd secondary voltage available with burden up to 50 VA and accuracy
class 0.5 or protection class 3P.

(1) For different burdens and accuracy classes, please consult us.

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Instrument transformers

Current sensors are available in Conventional current transformers

different types of technologies
Conventional current transformers are used to provide power to metering,
based on customer preferences.
measuring or control devices.
These types are:
■ Conventional (block CT), Such transformers are appropriate for use with digital protection devices in
■ Bushing type CT, order to make it easier to determine accuracy characteristics.
■ Low Power CT.

Technical characteristics
■ single or double primary with rated current up to 2500 A,
■ the secondary current for measuring and protection can be of 1 A or 5 A,
■ class 0.2, 0.5 or 1 for measuring and 5P10, 5P15 or 5P20 for protection,
■ short time withstand current up to 40 kA / 3 sec,
■ winding burden up to 30 VA.

CT bushing with LV ring CT

Advantages
■ flexibility,
■ customization,
■ expandability,
■ ease of maintenance.

Technical characteristics
■ rated current 1250 A,
■ power-frequency withstand voltage test 38 kV / 1 min,
■ Impulse with stand test 95 kV,
■ rated voltage 17.5 kV,
■ short time withstand current 25 - 31.5 kA /3 sec.

LV ring CT
■ secondary current for measurement and protection can be of 1A or 5A
with different classes and burdens for measurement and protection.

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Instrument transformers

Low Power current transducer (LPCT)

Advantages
■ very large range of use: only one sensor for the 1250 A circuit breaker’s
operating range (i.e. protection chain with CPL1 and Sepam guarantees an
operating range from 25 A to 1250 A).
■ accuracy guaranteed up to the short-time circuit current: the accuracy of
CLP1 was tested with success up to 50 kA, in an independent laboratory.
■ safety of operation: no dangerous effect in case of accidental open
secondary circuit operation.
■ easy installation: direct connection with plug to protection relay (no
additional wiring or supplementary terminal board).

Technical characteristics
■ standard IEC 60044-8 (FDIS),
■ rated nominal primary current 100 A,
■ rated extended primary current 1250 A,
■ rated nominal secondary output 22.5 mV,
■ accuracy class for measuring 0.5,
■ accuracy class for protection 5P,
■ accuracy limit factor 500,
■ rated short time thermal current 50 kA x 1 sec - 40 kA x 3 sec,
■ highest voltage 17.5 kV,
■ rated power-frequency withstand voltage 42 kV,
■ rated lightning impulse withstand voltage 95 kV,
■ secondary plug RJ45 - 8 pts.

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Applications

Energy
optimizing the production, distribution and sale of
electricity
■ Our solutions, products and services cover:
❐ power generation and distribution
❐ energy metering and quality
❐ protection, supervision and monitoring
❐ management of electrical power

Infrastructure
optimizing availability, safety, and operating costs
■ Our solutions, products and services cover:
❐ water transmission and treatment
❐ passenger and freight transportation
❐ telecommunication infrastructure
❐ gas and oil infrastructure
❐ multi-site remote management

Industry
optimizing productivity, flexibility, safety & traceability
■ Our products and services solutions cover:
❐ machine control
❐ process automation
❐ electrical supply and distribution
❐ single or multi-site production data management

Buildings
optimizing comfort, safety, communication & operating
costs
■ Our products and services solutions cover:
❐ electrical supply and distribution
❐ utilities management: lighting, air conditioning, elevators, access control
❐ data exchange: Voice-Data-Image, power line carrier technology, radio
❐ multi-site remote management for office buildings, shopping malls and
stores, industrial buildings, ships, hotels, hospitals and schools, etc.

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