Canada Power Sf6
Canada Power Sf6
Canada Power Sf6
SG6 Subsurface
PufferPak Switch
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Design Features
Switch Design SF6 Dielectric To amplify the arc-extinguishing
abilities of SF6, the switch incorpo-
PufferPak SF6 switches are Sulfur hexaflouride gas (SF6)
rates a patented, self-generating
designed and constructed to contributes to the safety, insulating
puffer action that forces a pressur-
provide economical, safe and reli- and load-interrupting performance
ized stream of SF6 through the
able switching in a small, light- of PufferPak switches. SF6 is non-
contact area during switching. This
weight package. Using SF6 for flammable, non-toxic, colorless
increased pressure increases the
insulation and arc-interruption and odorless. At 0 PSIG, SF6 has
insulation level while simultane-
eliminates space, weight and 212 times the insulating quality of
ously cooling and extinguishing
maintenance costs, as well as dry air. Under moderate pressure,
the arc. In the full-open position,
hazards associated with vacuum, insulating and arc-extinguishing
the contacts are separated by a 3"
air or oil-filled equipment. In addi- qualities increase.
open gap, giving a 200 kV BIL
tion, PufferPak switches provide
PufferPak switches are shipped flashover withstand.
improved interrupting and open
gap performance. pre-filled with SF6, and are electri- Contact System
cally tested and leak-tested to
Switches can be mounted in any insure proper operation. Inside the PufferPak switches feature self-
position and any environment, switch tank, a special absorbent aligning pin-and-socket contacts
including Class 1, Division 1, neutralizes any possible arc by- constructed of silver-plated copper
hazardous locations. Maintenance products, reducing field mainte- with tungsten-copper arcing tips.
is minimized with sealed construc- nance to an occasional check of Contacts are designed to prevent
tion that is unaffected by contami- the color-coded pressure gauge. damage to main contact surfaces
nation, rodents, or floods. during operation, and provide
Puffer Action increased contact pressure with
Switch components are contained increased currents in the closed
The PufferPak switch capitalizes
in a welded, mild or stainless steel position.
on the pressure/insulation curve of
tank factory-filled with SF6, elimi-
SF6, as well as the electronega-
nating exposed live parts and PufferPak switches incorporate
tive characteristics of the gas and
providing complete deadfront self-cleaning, wiping-type contacts
its ability to absorb and transfer
operation. along with Belleville washers and
heat and free electrons rapidly
locking fasteners at critical current
from an arc.
connections for long life and
maintenance-free operation.
Fig. A Fig. B Fig. C Fig. D Contact movement creates
Contacts Contacts Contacts Contacts the puffer action which
Closed Opening Open Closing momentarily increases the
dielectric strength and arc-
Switch extinguishing properties of
Bushing SF6 at the time it is needed
during load break switching.
During contact opening (Fig.
SF6
SF6
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Certified Tests and Performance
The following data are the result of ANSI/IEEE 386 Standard for movies. As required by ANSI stan-
tests on standard production Separable Connectors and dards, all tests were performed in
PufferPak load break switches. Bushings. a specific sequence without any
The switches were tested per IEC 265 International Standards maintenance to the switch or SF6.
applicable portions of IEEE, ANSI, for Load Interrupting Switches. Tests were conducted at 15.5, 27,
NEMA, and other industry stan- ASTM D-2472 Specification for and 38 kV levels on approximately
dards including: Commercial Type Electrical 75 different switches including 2-,
Grade SF6. 3-, and 4-way configurations. To
ANSI C37.71 Standard for simulate actual service conditions,
ANSI C57.12.28 Standard for
Subsurface Load Interrupting the tests were run at various SF6
Padmount Enclosures
Switches. gas pressures and with switches
ANSI C37.72 Standard for Tests were conducted at recog- mounted in typical subsurface and
Padmount Load Interrupting nized, independent power testing padmount applications.
Switches. laboratories, including KEMA in
ANSI C37.60 Standard for Fault Holland. Test results were verified
Interrupters by oscillograms and high-speed
Voltage Ratings
Maximum Design Voltage 15.5 kV 27 kV 38kV 15.5 kV RFI 27 kV RFI
Frequency 50/60 Hz 50/60 Hz 50/60 Hz 50/60 Hz 50/60 Hz
BIL Impulse withstand 95 kV 125kV 150 kV 95 kV 125 kV
One minute AC withstand 35 kV 60 kV 70 kV 35 kV 50 kV
Fifteen minute DC withstand 66 kV 96 kV 103 kV 53 kV 78 kV
Corona extinction 11 kV 19 kV 26 kV 11 kV 19 kV
Open Gap BIL Flashover withstand 200 kV 200 kV 200 kV 95 kV 125 kV
Current Ratings
Load interrupting and loop switching 600 A 600 A 600 A 600 A 600 A
Transformer magnetizing interrupting 25 A 25 A 25 A 25 A 21 A
Capacitor or cable charging interrupting 40 A 40 A 40 A 40 A 25 A
22,500 A 22,500 A
Asymmetrical momentary and 3 operation fault close - 22,500 A
(32,000 A) (32,000 A) 19,200 A 19,200 A
standard. (Optional ratings)* (32,000 A)
(40,000 A) (40,000 A)
15,000 A 15,000 A
Symmetrical one second rating - standard. 15,000 A
(20,000 A) (20,000 A) 12,000 A 12,000 A
(Optional ratings)* (20,000 A)
(25,000 A) (25,000 A)
Continuous current 600 A 600 A 600 A 600 A 600 A
8 hour overload current 900 A 900 A 900 A
Overload interrupting capability 3,000 A 2,500 A 2,000 A 12,000 A 12,000 A
Operations - 600 A load interrupting endurance 1,000 1,000 1,000
Symmetrical 10 cycle phase to phase simulated internal fault
12,500 A 12,500 A 12,500 A
withstand
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Construction Details
Steel switch tank contains the SF6 Nameplates
and provides corrosion-resis- clearly show
tant protection for the inter- rating informa-
nal parts. All seams and tion, bushing-
components are T.I.G. welded, oriented circuit
utilizing stainless filler rod to diagram, and
assure leak-tight construction. phase identifi-
cation for ease of installation and
All external components and
operation of the switch.
accessories are 300 series stain-
less steel or bronze.
bushing bellows
Subsurface switch
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Construction Details
Padmount enclosures are of
tamper-resistant construction; they
are made of 12-gauge steel, stiff-
ened and cross-kinked for rigidity,
painted with zinc rich primer and
two final coats of dark green finish.
Easy opening double doors and
hinged hood are provided for full
access. Construction includes
stainless steel hardware, wind
stops, penta-head security bolt,
recessed padlock provisions and
3-point latching.
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Resettable Fault Interrupters
Padmount Style
Switch Ratings Standard Features Color-coded pressure gauge
with separate fill valve.
15.5 and 27 kV voltage classes All welded mild steel switch tank,
factory assembled, tested, and Lifting and mounting provisions.
600 or 200 Amp continuous and filled with SF6.
load break switching Optional parking stands for
Self powered electronically cable connections available.
Standard 12kA SYM momentary controlled resettable fault inter-
and fault close rupter providing three phase 12-gauge mild steel, tamper-
circuit protection. resistant, single-side access
Fault Interrupting Capability
padmount enclosure with 3-point
12kA SYM fault interrupting NEMA 4 electronic enclosure latch double doors and hinged
standard. NEMA 6P optional. hood.
Field selectable trip settings of 30
Amp to 600 Amp Removable operating handle Enclosure equipped with stain-
with padlock provisions, position less steel hardware, wind stops,
Field selectable time current indicators, provision for opera- padlock provision and penta-
curves - E and K speeds tion by hookstick or rope, and head bolt. Enclosure painted
handle storage. dark green.
Styles
2-, 3-, 4- or 5-way circuit 200 Amp deepwell or 600 Amp
configurations bushings furnished with protec-
tive shipping caps and one
600 Amp deadbreak or 200 Amp ground lug per set of bushings.
deep-well elbow connections
Phase identification tags, name-
Three phase interruption plate with ratings and connection
diagram.
W H D Wt.
Switch Catalog Model Max
Dim. Dim. Dim. Lbs.
Configuration Number Number kV
In. In In Approx.
PRG6-22-15 6T 15.5
41 45 52 725
PRG6-22-27 6T 27
2 WAY
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Vault and Subsurface Style
Switch Ratings Styles Removable operating handle
with padlock provisions, position
15.5 and 27 kV voltage classes 2-, 3-, 4-, 5- or 6-way circuit
indicators, provision for opera-
configurations
600 or 200 Amp continuous and tion by hookstick or rope, and
load break switching 600 Amp deadbreak or 200 Amp handle storage.
deep-well elbow connections
Standard 12kA SYM momentary 200 Amp deepwell or 600 Amp
and fault close Three phase interruption bushings furnished with protec-
tive shipping caps and one
Fault Interrupting Capability Standard Features ground lug per set of bushings.
12kA SYM fault interrupting All welded stainless steel switch Phase identification tags, name-
tank, factory assembled, tested, plate with ratings and connection
Field selectable trip settings of 30 and filled with SF6. diagram.
Amp to 600 Amp
Self powered electronically Color-coded pressure gauge
Field selectable time current controlled resettable fault inter- with separate fill valve.
curves - E and K speeds rupter providing three phase
circuit protection. Lifting and mounting provisions.
W H D Wt.
Switch Catalog Model Max
Dim. Dim. Dim. Lbs.
Configuration Number Number kV
In. In In Approx.
SRG6-22-15 6T 15.5
20 23.3 30 210
SRG6-22-27 6T 27
2 WAY
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Padmount Applications
Ratings Removable operating handle 12-gauge mild steel, tamper-
15.5, 27, and 38 kV voltage with padlock provisions, position resistant, single-side access
classes indicators, provision for opera- padmount enclosure with 3-point
tion by hookstick or rope, and latch double doors and hinged
600 or 200 Amp continuous and handle storage. hood. Equipped with stainless
load break switching steel hardware, wind stops,
Standard 22.5 kA ASYM momen- 200 Amp deepwell or 600 Amp padlock provision and penta-
tary and fault close bushings furnished with protec- head bolt. Enclosure painted
tive shipping caps and one dark green.
Optional 32/40 kA ASYM momen-
ground lug per set of bushings.
tary and fault close+
Phase identification tags, name-
Styles
plate with ratings and connection
2, 3, or 4-way circuit configurations diagram.
600 Amp deadbreak or 200 Amp
Color-coded pressure gauge and
deepwell elbow connections
brass fill valve.
Three phase or single phase
Lifting and mounting provisions.
Standard Features
All welded mild steel switch tank,
factory assembled, tested, and
filled with SF6. Three Phase PG6
Single Side Access
Ordering Information: Select switch configuration and voltage class, specify Padmount Switch
catalog number, model number and options.
THREE PHASE AND SINGLE PHASE SINGLE SIDE ACCESS
PADMOUNT SWITCHES
Model Number Wt.*
3-Phase 1-Phase Width*
Switch Replace X with 2 Max Lbs.
Catalog Catalog Dim.
Configuration for 200 A Bushing kV Approx
Number Number Inches
6 for 600 A Busing .
PG6-21-15 PG61-21-15 XX 15.5
PG6-21-27 PG61-21-27 XX 27 41 700
PG6-21-38 PG61-21-38 XX 38
2 WAY - 1 SWITCHED
PG6-32-15 PG61-32-15 XXX 15.5
PG6-32-27 PG61-32-27 XXX 27 53 1100
PG6-32-38 PG61-32-38 XXX 38
3 WAY - 2 SWITCHED
PG6-33-15 PG61-33-15 XXX 15.5
PG6-33-27 PG61-33-27 XXX 27 53 1200
PG6-33-38 PG61-33-38 XXX 38
3 WAY - 3 SWITCHED
PG6-42-15 PG61-42-15 XXXX 15.5
PG6-42-27 PG61-42-27 XXXX 27 65 1400
PG6-42-38 PG61-42-38 XXXX 38
4 WAY - 2 SWITCHED
45"
PG6-44-15 PG61-44-15 XXXX 15.5
PG6-44-27 PG61-44-27 XXXX 27 65 1600
PG6-44-38 PG61-44-38 XXXX 38
4 WAY - 4 SWITCHED
* Width and Wt. shown is for 3 phase switches. For 1 phase switches: W = 41" for all units and Wt. is as WIDTH 42"
follows: 2 way = 300 lbs.; 3 way = 400 lbs.; 4 way = 500 lbs.
+ To specify optional 32/40kA ASYM rating add /32/40 to catalog number. Example: PG6-21-15/32.
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LPG Low Profile Optional Padmount Enclosures
Padmount Switches
12 Gauge Steel, Tamper-Resistant
Construction, Painted Green
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Subsurface and Vault Applications
Ratings Standard Features Color-coded pressure gauge and
brass fill valve.
15.5, 27, and 38 kV voltage All welded stainless steel switch
classes tank, factory assembled, tested, Lifting and mounting provisions.
and filled with SF6.
600 or 200 Amp continuous and
load break switching Removable operating handles
Standard 22.5 kA ASYM momen- with padlock provisions, position
tary and fault close indicators, provision for opera-
tion by hookstick or rope.
Optional 32/40 kA ASYM momen-
tary and fault close+ 200 Amp deepwell or 600 Amp
bushings furnished with protec-
Styles tive shipping caps and one
2, 3, or 4-way circuit configurations ground lug per set of bushings.
600 Amp deadbreak or 200 Amp Phase identification tags, name- Three Phase
deepwell elbow connections plate with ratings and connection Subsurface
Switch
diagram.
Three phase or single phase
Ordering Information: Select switch configuration and voltage class, specify catalog number, model number and options.
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Subsurface and Vault Applications
SINGLE PHASE SUBSURFACE SWITCHES
Model Number
Wt.
Switch Catalog Replace X with 2 Max. Width
Lbs.
Configuration Number for 200 A Bushing 6 kV Inches
Approx.
for 600 A Busing
SG61-21-15 XX 15.5
SG61-21-27 XX 27 100 16 12
SG61-21-38 XX 38
2 WAY - 1 SWITCHED
SG61-33-15 XXX 15.5
SG61-33-27 XXX 27 175 20
SG61-33-38 XXX 38
3 WAY - 3 SWITCHED
SG61-32-15 XXX 15.5
SG61-32-27 XXX 27 150 20
SG61-32-38 XXX 38
3 WAY - 2 SWITCHED
SG61-44-15 XXXX 15.5
Single Phase Subsurface Switch
SG61-44-27 XXXX 27 250 25
SG61-44-38 XXXX 38
4 WAY - 4 SWITCHED
SG61-43-15 XXXX 15.5
SG61-43-27 XXXX 27 225 25
SG61-43-38 XXXX 38
4 WAY - 3 SWITCHED
SG61-42-15 XXXX 15.5
SG61-42-27 XXXX 27 200 25
SG61-42-38 XXXX 38
4 WAY - 2 SWITCHED
+ Note: To specify 32/40 kA ASYM optional rating add /XX to Catalog Number.
Example: SG6-21-15/32 OR SG6-21-15/40.
SIDE VIEW
25"
WIDTH
9 34"
Vault Switch
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Custom Switching Applications
PufferPak designs are modular in Custom Circuit Configurations Special Ratings
concept, permitting a wide variety
5-way, 6-way and double-loop PufferPak switches are available
of switching configurations to meet
switches are examples of the with ratings to match the most
particular application needs.
custom circuit configurations avail- severe system requirements
Custom designs tailor the standard
able with PufferPak switches. The including special operating volt-
PufferPak construction features to
5- and 6-way switches extend the ages, higher impulse withstand,
specific switching requirements
number of circuit connections and 32/40 kA ASYM momentary/
Top/End Subsurface Switches available in a single tank enclo- fault close ratings. Please contact
sure. Double-loop switches incor- the factory for further information
Top/End subsurface switches are porate a bus-tie configuration for and application assistance.
an example of the flexibility avail- load splitting and balancing.
able in PufferPak switches. This
unit locates the cable connection
bushings on the sides as well as
the top of the switch, to provide a
compact unit with increased cable
training versatility.
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Pole Top Switches
Ratings Standard Features Manual operating lever w/ hook-
stick provisions.
15.5, 27 and 38 kV voltage All welded, stainless steel
classes sealed construction. Positive position indicators
w/ padlock provisions.
600 Amp continuous and load Horizon Grey finish coating
break keyed to environment. Molded rubber insulators for line
connections.
22.5 kA ASYM momentary and SF6-Puffer arc-quenching, load-
fault close standard break technology. 200 Amp deepwell or 600 Amp
bushings for elbow connections.
Consult factory for 32 kA ratings Factory tested and filled with
SF6. Corrosion-resistant nameplate
Style
w/ rating and line diagram.
Crossarm mounting w/ j-bolts
2-way, 3-phase group operated
and lifting provisions. Color-coded pressure gauge
with separate fill valve.
Crossarm Mounting
15 AND 27 kV DIMENSIONS
Closed Position
W
2134
B 534
1578
21 Typ.
Open
Position
93 8
2316 2434
TOP VIEW FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW
Pole Mounting
16"
.81
BRACKET MOUNTING
4112 Approx.
15516
Approx.
81 2
81 2
1.69 Dia.
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Standard Options and Accessories
Puffer Pak subsurface, padmount, and
Vault/Subsurface
Models
SF6 puffer load break switching with ratings and perfor-
1 S S S S
mance per ANSI C37.71, C37.72 and C37.60
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Phase identification, circuit diagram and rating name-
S S S S Visible Break
plates
Visible break option allows direct
6 SF6 pressure gauge and fill valve S S S S viewing of the switch contacts in
the open and closed positions
7 Provision for 200A or 600A elbow connections S S S S through clear puffer tubes and
windows located on the switch
tank.
8 Three-phase resettable circuit protection S
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Standard Options and Accessories
Parking Stands
Parking stands provide for ground-
ing, testing, and isolating cable
connections. Wall-mounted park-
ing stands allow convenient elbow
removal from subsurface switches
in vault or padmount applications.
Equipment-mounted parking
stands are standard on LPG6
switches and are optional on PG6,
PRG6, SRG6, AND SG6.
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Standard Options and Accessories
Key Interlocks Fused PufferPak Switches*
Key interlock provisions may be Fused PufferPak Switches provide
added to switch operating handles overcurrent protection for cable
to coordinate operation with other runs, transformers, motors, capaci-
equipment such as preventing tor banks and other distribution
access to an energized compart- system equipment.
ment. The stainless steel bolt-on
interlock provision will accept any SF6 Power Fuses, rated 3 thru
standard B1E keylock. When 200 Amp, are non-venting and
ordering, specify desired locking contained within bushing-
arrangement: lock in closed posi- connected molded rubber fuse-
tion; lock in open position; or lock holders. Fuses are deadfront,
in both open and closed position. submersible, hotstick replaceable
and elbow-connected to the load-
side.
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Switch Automation Options
Remote Operation with SCADA Automatic Transfer Control
Interface
The micro-processor based auto-
PufferPak SF6 switches can be transfer control is ideal for main-
easily upgraded for SCADA or fully taining power to critical loads such
automatic operation with the addi- as hospitals, airports, shopping
tion of state-of-the-art motor oper- centers, etc. A user-friendly LCD
ators, controls, and current and display allows field personnel to
voltage sensors as required. scroll through various parameters,
following explicit, easy instructions.
Standard operating voltage is 24
VDC using a self-contained battery The auto-transfer control is basi-
and charger which can be cally a IED with on board SCADA
connected to any convenient capability, removing need for sepa-
customer-supplied 120 VAC rate RTU in various applications.
source. For manual override in
emergency situations, the motor Several configurations are avail-
operators are fitted with quick able including preferred/non-
disconnect pins, which allow preferred feeder selection, as well
manual operation of the switch in as make before break on the
the normal manner. Pushbutton and SCADA control components return transfer to prevent a second
outage to customers.
Control of the motor operators is
attained using state-of-the-art For non-protected loads, fault indi-
current-sensing logic, eliminating cators are supplied to prevent
the need for mechanical limit transfer of a feeder onto a faulted
switch adjustment in the field. circuit.
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Typical Specifications
General Switch Construction A puffer contact system for fast arc
extinction along with a special
This specification outlines the The switch shall use deadfront,
internal absorbent shall be used
requirements for manually oper- compact, sealed construction. The
for improved performance and to
ated SF6 filled load break switches contact system, interconnecting
prevent arc by-products.
for: bus, operating mechanisms, and
bushings shall be enclosed by a Switches shall Include:
m Subsurface corrosion-resistant mild or stain-
less steel tank. The switch must Operating handles with padlock
m Padmount applications provisions in the open and
be maintenance free, all welded
construction, eliminating the use of closed position, capable of oper-
m Pole Top
gasketed seals. T.I.G. inert gas ation by hookstick or rope with
The switch shall be: welding with stainless steel filler direction of movement clearly
rod shall be used to eliminate indicated.
m Single phase pinhole leaks and corrosion.
Stainless steel nameplates
m Three phase, with The operating shafts must be providing information including
m 2-way m 5-way sealed by a flexible metal bellows ratings, contact position indica-
m 3-way m 6-way (O-ring type seals are not accept- tion, circuit configuration and
able). phase identification.
m 4-way m other
Unless otherwise specified, cable Color coded pressure gauge for
circuit configuration. The unit will
connections, and operating acces- visual indication of normal oper-
include 200 Amp deepwell or 600
sories shall be located so only ating range, enclosed in a
Amp bushings per ANSI/IEEE 386.
single side access is required for protective housing to prevent
A one line diagram indicating the
operation and installation. damage.
circuit configuration, number of
switched ways, and type of bush- Operating handles shall be capa-
ble of being removed and stored Brass filled valve for field addi-
ings required will accompany this tion of SF6, protected and
specification. or permanently attached.
sealed with a removable cap.
Movement of the operating
Switches must be furnished 4/0 AWG clamp type ground
handles will actuate an internal
factory filled with an electrical lugs, one for each set of
spring mechanism causing the
grade of non-toxic, non-flammable bushings.
switch contacts to open or close
SF6 gas, conforming to ASTM D-
and latch into position.
2472. A pressure gauge which Stainless or mild steel switch
provides visual status of both the The spring operator will use tank for maximum corrosion
insulating and interrupting dielec- compression springs for long life resistance.
tric must be included. 100% and will provide positive position
production testing shall include a 200 Amp deepwell or 600 Amp
indication. The switch contacts and
mass spectrometer leak test, bushings, with protective ship-
interconnecting bus shall be plated
contact resistance, AC one minute ping caps (elbows and inserts
copper with Belleville washers and
withstand and corona extinction furnished by user).
locking fasteners to provide
tests. consistent pressure at bolted Lifting and mounting provisions.
connections. The contacts shall be
The completed unit must be capa-
self-aligning, wiping type, incorpo-
ble of withstanding internal failure
rating tungsten copper arcing tips
without explosion or fire and shall
to prevent wear.
be capable of being mounted in
any position for best cable training
and operation.
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Typical Specifications
Ratings and Performance Pole Top Construction Over current sensing shall be
accomplished with an electronic
The load break switch shall be For Pole Top installations, the
trip control. The control shall use
tested and rated per ANSI C37.71 bushings shall be designed and
external current transformers to
and C37.72. tested per ANSI 386 in 200 Amp
sense and monitor load currents.
deepwell or 600 Amp apparatus
Padmount Enclosure Trip and time-current curves shall
style as required for elbow
Construction be field selectable. Trip setting
connections or shall be 600 Amp
may be changed while switch is
For padmount installations, a style fitted with molded rubber
energized so that service is not
tamper-resistant housing shall be insulators for connection to air
interrupted.
provided. The enclosure will be insulated distribution lines.
constructed of 12-gauge-thick mild An optional LCD display, or RS232
steel, stiffened and cross-kinked Fault Interrupting Switch
Construction port shall be provided in order to
for watershed and rigidity. All obtain real time current data and
flanges shall overlap and interlock The load taps of padmount or time and cause of last trip.
to discourage unauthorized entry. submersible style switches shall
The design shall incorporate single be complete with a Resettable Electronic control shall be suitable
side access to minimize the Fault Interrupter (RFI). for future remote trip and/or reset
necessary space required for via supervisory control.
operation. Access to the switch The interrupter shall be resettable
and cable compartments shall be with no consumable parts (e.g.
thru lightweight hinged doors and fuses). As a safety precaution, the
hood. The enclosure will be interrupter shall incorporate a trip
completely removable from the free mechanism, which will cause
switch to facilitate installation, the device to trip open in the event
maintenance, and, if necessary, that the operator should close into
replacement. a fault, with no effect felt through
the operating handle.
Padmount enclosures shall
include: The interrupter shall be a true
three-phase internal mechanism.
Recessed, 5/8"-11 threaded lift-
Devices that are mechanically
ing provisions.
ganged externally are not
Recessed padlock provision with acceptable.
penta-head security bolt.
The interrupter shall also act as a
Mounting provisions using inter- three-phase group operated load-
nal flange for anchoring. break switch.
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Installation and Operation
Typical Switch Installation Switch Operation Allied Chemical and Air Products.
The use of commercial-grade SF6
PufferPak switches are shipped To open or close switch, move per ASTM D-2472 is recom-
factory filled with SF6 and include operating handle toward desired mended and may be obtained in
all necessary accessories for position. At the end of the handle cylinder sizes ranging from 6 to
installation except for elbows, travel, an internal spring-operated 115 lbs. SF6 is a colorless, odor-
which are furnished by the user. mechanism will move contacts to less, non-toxic, and non-flammable
position shown on indicator. The gas.
1. Uncrate, attach handles, and switch may be operated remotely B. Operating and Maintenance
check operation. using a hookstick or rope and may
be padlocked into position. PufferPak switches have been
2. Mount switch into position, designed and evaluated using the
leaving sufficient room for cable Application and Practical Usage levels established by ANSI C37.71
training and operation. Install to of SF6 standards, which assures the
floor, ceiling, or walls for best normal life of the equipment with-
The application of gas-filled equip-
utilization of space. out any maintenance. In practice,
ment requires some knowledge of
the practical handling of SF6. The as long as the design ratings are
3. Train and connect cables and
following considerations can help not exceeded, the only mainte-
ground leads. Elbow adaptors
in establishing the proper operat- nance required is the regular
and extensions may be used to
ing procedures. monitoring of SF6 pressure and
aid cable training or facilitate
checking of the equipment for
200 Amp connections.
A. Availability and proper working condition. The
4. Energize and operate switch Specifications switch is equipped with a color-
within its ratings. SF6 is readily available from any coded pressure gauge which indi-
of several suppliers, including cates the quantity of SF6 gas and
the quality of the sealing system.
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