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Page 1: UniSec SG6 switch disconnector

UniSecAir-insulated medium voltage secondary distribution switchgear

Medium voltage products

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6 1. General specifications

10 2. Typical units

24 3. Main components

32 4. Mechanical interlocks

33 5. Protection devices

40 6. IEC classification

41 7. Internal arc safety

43 8. Recommendations for installation

49 9. Configuration software

50 10. Recycling

51 11. Applications

Index

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UniSec – A superior switchgear range

Ultimately convenient Wherever your business is, UniSec always provides the most direct route to solving your technical and market challenges.

Always the optimum solution for different needsUniSec brings the most versatile switchgear to the market, with a very broad portfolio of functional units.Fewer parts, all standardized and modularized, require less service training and fewer competences.Comfortable access for cable connection; simple solutions for panel connectivity; easily removable circuit-breakers.The design enables customization, even at the later project stages, and easy modifications, fast replacement and upgrading of main accessories.UniSec brings you state-of-the-art control, monitoring and pro-tection technology. From low-end self-powered protection relays to high-end confi gurable terminals, available for all applications.

Absolutely trustworthyWhen people’s lives are on the line, they need to know that safety and reliability are always UniSec’s main concern.

Reliable and SafeReliability and service continuity are assured.UniSec’s long life-cycle is assured by extensive product testing and an unrivaled global service network. The metallic partitions between busbars and cable compart-ments is a further safety and service continuity feature.Personnel safety is paramount. Safety features protect your investment. The UniSec range is fully designed and type tested according to the IEC standard no. 62271-200, and has a high internal arc withstandability rating.Optional arc-protection solutions integrated in protection relays limit the negative effects of the internal arc.

UniSec is the result of ABB’s quest for continuous innovation, following a vision to meet ever-changing market needs. It provides long-term technical solutions for a world of applications. Safety and reliability, user-friendly specifications and installation, and sustainability have been the driving forces in its development.

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Genuinely adaptableAny place, anywhere, with ABB’s global experience and knowledge, UniSec will always have the answer for local challenges and conditions.

Knowledge of the local markets served by a global footprintABB operates in around 100 countries. That helps us understands local markets and regulatory regimes. Wherever you operate, we not only apply the relevant standards and specifications but also deliver localized drawings, documentation, training and eLearning packages.Because identical UniSec switchgear and components are produced and shipped in all parts of the world from regional factories, delivery times are optimized, quality is assured and supply is guaranteed.

Committed all the wayBacked by ABB’s global presence, financial strength and sustainable approach to long-term development, UniSec is here to make a difference.

A sustainable solution from a long-term player in the global marketplaceABB’s global presence, philosophy of continuous development and financial strength mean you can rely on our long-term commitment to making UniSec the leading brand in secondary distribution air-insulated switchgear.It combines high quality, state-of-the-art technology with minimal environmental impact.Support includes UniSec tools, services, product configurator, eLearning, personalized training and product documentation.

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1. General specifications

Electrical switchgear specifications

Rated voltage kV 12 17.5 24

Test voltage (50-60 Hz x 1 min) kV 28 38 50

Impulse withstand voltage kV 75 95 125

Rated frequency Hz 50-60 50-60 50-60

Rated main busbar current A 630/1250 630/1250 630/1250

Rated normal current of apparatus

– VD4-HD4 removable circuit-breaker

– GSec gas switch-disconnector

A

A

630/800

630/800

630/800

630/800

630

630

Rated short time withstand current kA (3s) 16/21/25 (1) 16/21 16/21

Peak current kA 40/50/63 40/52.5 40/52.5

Internal arc withstand current (IAC AFLR) kA (1s) 12.5 12.5 12.5

Internal arc withstand current (IAC AFLR) kA (1s) 16 16 16

Internal arc withstand current (IAC AFLR) kA (1s) 21 21 21(1) 25 kA 2s.

Designed for all applicationsUniSec is ABB’s new air-insulated, metal-enclosedswitchgear, LSC2A-PM design, in accordance with loss ofservice continuity definitions (IEC 62271-200).

UniSec offers these features: − Air insulation of all live parts − SF6 switch-disconnector − Removable circuit-breakers − LSC2A service continuity classification − Withdrawable circuit-breaker classified LSC2B service

continuity classification (to be released later) − Complete portfolio of functional units and accessories

− Wide range of state-of-the-art protection relays, integrated on circuit-breakers or separately mounted for protection, control and metering.

Compliance with Standards − IEC 62271-200 − EN 62271-200 in particular, with reference to the classifi-

cations introduced by the standards, UniSec switchgear is defined as follows:- classification of service continuity: LSC2A- classification of the partitions: PM (Metallic partitions) for

units with switch-disconnector.

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Available versions– Internal arc fault tested in accordance with IEC 62271-200– Arc proof according to IEC 62271-200 standards in the

arc proof on three sides version IAC AFLR (front, lateral, rear) 12.5 kA, 16 kA and 21 kA.

The versions with withdrawable circuit-breakers are part of the UniSec range and will be available in the next product release.

Available apparatus − GSec type gas switch-disconnector − VD4/R-SEC removable vacuum circuit-breakers

− HD4/R-SEC removable SF6 gas circuit-breakers − VD4-SEC and HD4-SEC withdrawable circuit-breaker (to

be released later).

Normal service conditions − Range of ambient temperature: –5 °C ... +40 °C − Maximum relative humidity without condensation: 95 % − Minimum relative humidity without condensation: 5 % − Altitude: < 1000 m a.s.l. above the sea level.

Degrees of protection − For enclosure IP 3X − For partition between compartments IP 2X − For mechanical operating equipment IP 3X.

Surface treatmentThe UniSec units are made of pre-galvanized sheet. The doors of the front panels and the switch-disconnector cover are painted grey RAL 7035. The surface appearance is gloss.

Fields of application − Medium voltage secondary power distribution − Transformer substations − Control and protection of feeders and power transformers − Infrastructure − Airports − Hospitals, shopping centres − Industries.

Technical documentationTo obtain in-depth information about technical and application aspects of the apparatus used in UniSec switchgear, please request the following publications:

− VD4 circuit-breaker 1VCP000263 − HD4 circuit-breaker 1VCP000028 − Current transformers 1VLC000501 − Voltage transformers 1VLC000572 − REF615 1MRS756381 − REF601 1MDS07202 − REF610 1MRS756029

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1. General specifications

Design concept Each unit is constructed entirely using pre-galvanized metal sheets. Each unit consists of several compartments, which are described in the following paragraphs.

Compartments Each unit consists of two power compartments: cable [8] and busbar [4] compartments. Units can be fitted with an auxiliary circuits compartment [7], where all the instruments and cabling are housed.Arc-proof switchgear is normally provided with a duct for evacuation of the gases produced by an arc. All the units are accessible from the front and the maintenance and service operations can therefore also be carried out with the switch-gear wall mounted.Units equipped with switch-disconnector are segregated from each other by metallic partitions.

Main busbarsThe busbar compartment contains the main busbar system connected to the fixed upper contacts of the switch-discon-nector. The main busbars are made of electrolytic copper up to 1250 A. The system features flat busbars.There is a busbar compartment along the whole length of the switchgear.Each unit is preset with holes for fixing to the floor and is provided with bottom closure fitted with openings for medium voltage cable passage.

All the units fitted with a door have a mechanical interlock which only allows door opening under safe conditions. There is a metal wiring duct in each unit to segregate the low voltage circuits from the medium voltage circuits.

Switch-disconnector Switch-disconnector compartment contains an SF6-insulated 3-position switch-disconnector type GSec.The contacts of the switch-disconnector are housed in an enclosure made of two materials: the top part is a moulded resin case to guarantee the insulation level; the bottom part is made of stainless steel to guarantee metallic partitions and earthing between busbar compartment and cable compart-ment.This metallic partitions (classification PM - Metallic Parti-tions according to the IEC 62271-200 Standard) guarantees maximum safety for personnel in the case of intervention in the cable compartment even with the busbar energized, for example to replace the fuses or to check the cables.

Earthing switchEach incoming/outgoing cable compartment can be fitted with an earthing switch for cable earthing (apart from DRC unit).

Cable compartment The switch-disconnector creates a metallic partition between the cable and busbar compartment. It can contain different apparatus according to the typical unit.

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1 - Switch-disconnector 2 - Fuses3 - Circuit-breaker4 - Busbar compartment

5 - Mechanism compartment 6 - Actuator of the circuit-breaker7 - Auxiliary circuits compartment8 - Cable compartment

Terminals The cable compartment contains the terminal bars for connection of the power cables to the fixed lower isolating contacts of the apparatus. The terminals are made of electrolytic copper. They features flat busbars for the whole range of currents.

Auxiliary circuits compartmentAn auxiliary circuit compartment is available in either a basic or large version depending on the required application. The large version is normally used for protection relays.Protection relays, secondary wiring and terminal blocks are installed in this compartment.

Mechanism compartmentThis compartment contains the switch-disconnector and earthing switch operating mechanism, mechanical interlocks and position indicators. Auxiliary contacts, trip coils and voltage indicators are also fitted in this compartment.

CablesSingle and three-phase cables up to a maximum of two per phase can be used depending on the rated voltage, the unit dimensions and the cable cross section.Three-phase cable shall be branched below the foor, then it can be mounted as single-phase cables.The switchgear can be wall-mounted in the station as cables are easily accessible from the front.

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2. Typical units

List of available units

Code Description Width

190 mm 375 mm 500 mm 750 mm

SDC Switch-disconnector unit with cable • • •

SDS Switch-disconnector unit for sectionalizing • •

SDM Isolating unit with measurement with switch-disconnector •

SFC Switch-fuse combination unit with cable • •

SFS Switch-fuse combination unit for sectionalizing • •

SBC Switch-disconnector unit with circuit-breaker •

SBS Switch-disconnector unit with circuit-breaker for sectionalizing •

SBR Switch-disconnector unit reversed with circuit-breaker •

SFV Switch-fuse combination unit for measuring •

DRC Direct riser unit with cable • •

DRS Direct riser unit for sectionalizing • •

RLC/RRC Right and left cable side riser unit (for SBR units only) •

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Available unit widths 375 mm, 500 mm and 750 mm.Switch-disconnector unit with cable is mainly used as an incoming, ring or branch unit. The basic unit is equipped with a 3-position switch-disconnector. The 3-position switch-disconnector may be in one of three positions, “closed”, “open” or “earthed”, therefore preventing incorrect operation. Access to the cable compartment is possible in earthed position. Inspection of cable connections and fault indica-tors, when used, is easily carried out through the front-door window.

Un Ir Ik

kV A kA

12 630/800 25 (2 s)

17.5 630/800 21 (3 s)

24 630 21 (3 s)

SDC – Switch-disconnector unit with cable

Cubicle dimensions Weight

mm A x B x C kg

375 x 1700 x 1070 140 (1)

500 x 1700 x 1070 160 (1)

750 x 1700 x 1070 185 (1)

(1) No CT’s.

Reference Standard equipment Main optional equipment

GSec Switch-disconnector

3-position switch-disconnector 4 change-over contacts for closed and earthed positions

Operating mechanism with mechanical position indication Digital or conventional manometer with optional alarm contacts

Integrated voltage indicators Motor operation device

Unit

Enclosure of busbar compartment DIN or ring-core type current transformer (not in 375 mm unit)

Integrated basic auxiliary circuits compartment Accessories for specified internal arc classification

Mechanical interlockings Channel for control cables

Busbars Surge arresters

Enclosure of the cable compartment Anti condensation heater

Cable terminals Apparatus earthing bar

Cable entry with cable support Keys interlock

Through-going earthing bar Short-circuit indicator

Padlocks

Internal lighting

Large auxiliary circuits compartment

Voltage transformers (750 mm units)

Surge arresters (750 mm units)

Terminals for cables in parallel (750 mm units)

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Un Ir Ik

kV A kA

12 630/800 25 (2 s)

17.5 630/800 21 (3 s)

24 630 21 (3 s)

SDS – Switch-disconnector unit for sectionalizing

Cubicle dimensions Weight

mm A x B x C kg

375 x 1700 x 1070 145 (1)

500 x 1700 x 1070 165 (1)

(1) No CT’s or VT’s.

Available unit widths 375 mm and 500 mm.Switch-disconnector unit for sectionalizing is used together with the riser unit. The standard version is equipped with a 3-position switch-disconnector for sectionalizing the busbars. Earthing facility is always provided as standard.The 500 mm wide units can be equipped with CT’s and VT’s (VT’s only when lower busbar exit is to the left).

2. Typical units

Reference Standard equipment Main optional equipment

GSec Switch-disconnector

3-position switch-disconnector 4 change-over contacts for closed and earthed positions

Operating mechanism with mechanical position indication Digital or conventional manometer with optional alarm contacts

Integrated voltage indicators Motor operation device

Unit

Enclosure of busbar compartment DIN-type current transformer (not in 375 mm unit)

Integrated basic auxiliary circuits compartment DIN-type voltage transformers (in 500 mm unit with lower busbar exit to left)

Mechanical interlockings Accessories for specified internal arc classification

Busbars Channel for control cables

Bottom cover Anti condensation heater

Through-going earthing bar Apparatus earthing bar

Internal lighting

Keys interlock

Padlocks

Large auxiliary circuits compartment

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SDM – Isolating unit with measurement with switch-disconnector

Unit available in the 750 mm width.The isolating unit with measurement with switch-disconnector includes the measurement and isolating functions in a single device and can be used instead of the SDS + DRS units when less space is available.The standard version features a three-position switch-disconnector and allows the main busbars to be isolated and their relative earthing (always available).The 750 mm wide units can be equipped with voltage and current transformers. Only DIN current transformers can be used. Optional measuring transformers can be connected on either the supply or load sides of the current transformers.

Un Ir Ik

kV A kA

12 630/800 25 (2 s)

17,5 630/800 21 (3 s)

24 630 21 (3 s)

Cubicle dimensions Weight

mm A x B x C kg

750 x 1700 x 1070 185 (1)

(1) No CT’s or VT’s.

Reference Standard equipment Main optional equipment

GSec Switch-disconnector

3-position switch-disconnector 4 change-over contacts for closed and earthed positions

Operating mechanism with mechanical position indication Digital or conventional manometer with optional alarm contacts

Integrated voltage indicators Motor operation device

Unit

Enclosure of busbar compartment Current transformers to DIN standards (always provided)

Integrated basic auxiliary circuits compartment Voltage transformers to DIN standards

Mechanical interlockings Accessories for specified internal arc classification

Busbars Channel for control cables

Bottom cover Anti condensation heater

Through-going earthing bar Apparatus earthing bar

Internal lighting

Large auxiliary circuits compartment

Surge arresters

Cable terminals

Isolator on left Isolator on right

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Available unit widths 375 mm and 500 mm.Fused switch-disconnector unit type SFC, is primarily used for transformer protection. The unit is equipped with a 3-position switch-disconnector and with earthing switch. For fuse earthing, the integrated earthing switch operates on the upstream side and separate earthing switch operates on the downstream side of the fuses. The mechanism used is a double spring mechanism with automatic fuse-tripping. Access to the cable compartment is possible in earthed-position. Inspection of cable connections and fault indicators when used, is easily carried out through the front door window.

Un Ir Ik IkAp(*) Max fuse rating

kV A kA kAp A

12 630/800 25 (2 s) 5 125

17.5 630/800 21 (3 s) 5 80

24 630 21 (3 s) 5 80

(*) Making capacity EF 230

SFC – Switch-fuse combination unit with cable

Cubicle dimensions Weight

mm A x B x C kg

375 x 1700 x 1070 145 (1)

500 x 1700 x 1070 165 (1)

(1) No fuses.

Reference Standard equipment Main optional equipment

GSec Switch-disconnector

3-position switch-disconnector 4 change-over contacts for closed and earthed positions

Operating mechanism with mechanical position indication Digital or conventional manometer with optional alarm contacts

Integrated voltage indicators Motor operation device

Opening tripping coil

Closing tripping coil

1 change-over contact for fuse tripped indication

Unit

Enclosure of busbar compartment Accessories for specified internal arc classification

Integrated basic auxiliary circuits compartment Channel for control cables

Mechanical interlockings Apparatus earthing bar

Fuse tripping indication Anti condensation heater

Busbars Internal lighting

Earthing switch for lower fuse holder (EF 230) Fuses DIN-type (1)

Fuse base Keys interlock

Cable terminals Padlocks

Cable entry with cable support Large auxiliary circuits compartment

Through-going earthing bar(1) DIN Fuses: 292 & 442 mm @ 12-17.5 kV 442 mm @ 24 kV

2. Typical units

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Available unit widths 375 mm and 500 mm.The unit type SFS is used when a sectionalizing unit with fuse protection is needed. For fuse earthing, the integrated earth-ing switch operates on the upstream side and separate earth-ing switch operates on the downstream side of the fuses.The mechanism used is a double spring mechanism with automatic fuse tripping. Access to the cable compartment is only possible in earthed-position. Lower busbar connection to the left is possible.

Un Ir Ik IkAp(*) Max fuse rating

kV A kA kAp A

12 630/800 25 (2 s) 5 125

17.5 630/800 21 (3 s) 5 80

24 630 21 (3 s) 5 80

(*) Making capacity EF 230

SFS – Switch-fuse combination unit for sectionalizing

Cubicle dimensions Weight

mm A x B x C kg

375 x 1700 x 1070 155 (1)

500 x 1700 x 1070 170 (1)

(1) No fuses.

Reference Standard equipment Main optional equipment

GSec Switch-disconnector

3-position switch-disconnector 4 change-over contacts for closed and earthed positions

Operating mechanism with mechanical position indication Digital or conventional manometer with optional alarm contacts

Integrated voltage indicators Motor operation device

Opening tripping coil

Closing tripping coil

1 change-over contact for fuse tripped indication

Unit

Enclosure of busbar compartment Accessories for specified internal arc classification

Integrated basic auxiliary circuits compartment Channel for control cables

Mechanical interlockings Apparatus earthing bar

Fuse tripping with indication Anti condensation heater

Busbars Internal lighting

Earthing switch for lower fuse holder (EF 230) DIN-type fuses (1)

Bottom cover Large auxiliary circuits compartment

Fuse base

Through-going earthing bar

(1) DIN Fuses: 292 & 442 mm @ 12-17.5 kV 442 mm @ 24 kV

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Available unit width 750 mm.The circuit-breaker unit, type SBC is designed for control and protection of distribution lines, networks, motors, transform-ers, capacitor banks, etc. The unit can be equipped with a vacuum or a SF6-gas circuit-breaker. The breaker is rail mounted and fixed to the busbars. To achieve the disconnect-ing function a 3-position switch-disconnector with an earthing switch is mounted between the breaker and busbars.The door is mechanically interlocked with the switch-discon-nector‘s earthing position to provide personnel safety. The unit is designed to be equipped with CTs and VTs (Standard DIN size, see main components). Alternatively a circuit-break-er with integrated current sensor and relay is available.

Un Ir Ik IkAp(*)

kV A kA kAp

12 630/800 25 (2 s) 63

17.5 630/800 21 (3 s) 52.5

24 630 21 (3 s) 52.5

(*) Making capacity ES 230

SBC – Switch-disconnector unit with circuit-breaker

Cubicle dimensions Weight

mm A x B x C kg

750 x 1700 x 1070 335 (1)

(1) No CT’s or VT’s.

Reference Standard equipment Main optional equipment

GSec Switch-disconnector

3-position switch-disconnector 4 change-over contacts for closed and earthed positions

Operating mechanism with mechanical position indication Digital or conventional manometer with optional alarm contacts

Integrated voltage indicators Motor operation device

VD4 - HD4Circuit-breaker

Opening mechanism with mechanical position indication and close-open push-button

Motor operation device

Removable circuit-breaker, vacuum or SF6 gas type Current sensors

Unit

Enclosure of busbar compartment DIN or ring-core type current transformer

Integrated basic auxiliary circuits compartment DIN-type voltage transformer

Mechanical interlockings Accessories for specified internal arc classification

Busbars Channel for control cables

Enclosure of the cable compartment Anti condensation heater

Cable terminals Internal lighting

Cable entry with cable support Apparatus earthing bar

Earthing switch for cable terminals (ES 230) Wide range of protection relays

Through-going earthing bar Keys interlock

Padlocks

Surge arresters

Large auxiliary circuits compartment

2. Typical units

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Available unit width 750 mm.Switch-disconnector unit with circuit-breaker for sectionalizing is used together with the riser unit. The standard units are equipped with a 3-position switch-disconnector in series with a circuit-breaker for sectionalizing the busbar. The unit is equipped with a vacuum or a SF6-gas circuit-breaker. The breaker is rail mounted and fixed to the busbars. Earthing facility on the switch-disconnector is always included.The door is mechanically interlocked with the switch-discon-nector‘s earthing position to give personnel safety. The unit is designed to be equipped with CTs (Standard DIN size). Alternatively a circuit-breaker with integrated current sensor and relay is available.

Un Ir Ik IkAp(*)

kV A kA kAp

12 630/800 25 (2 s) 63

17.5 630/800 21 (3 s) 52.5

24 630 21 (3 s) 52.5

(*) Making capacity ES 230

SBS – Switch-disconnector unit with circuit-breaker for sectionalizing

Cubicle dimensions Weight

mm A x B x C kg

750 x 1700 x 1070 355 (1)

(1) No CT’s.

Reference Standard equipment Main optional equipment

GSec Switch-disconnector

3-position switch-disconnector 4 change-over contacts for closed and earthed positions

Operating mechanism with mechanical position indication Digital or conventional manometer with optional alarm contacts

Integrated voltage indicators Motor operation device for switch-disconnector

VD4 - HD4Circuit-breaker

Opening mechanism with mechanical position indication and close-open push-button

Motor operation device

Removable circuit-breaker, vacuum or SF6 gas type

Unit

Enclosure of busbar compartment DIN-type current transformer

Integrated basic auxiliary circuits compartment Accessories for specified internal arc classification

Mechanical interlockings Channel for control cables

Busbars Anti condensation heater

Earthing switch for cable terminals (ES 230) Apparatus earthing bar

Bodemplaat Internal lighting

Through-going earthing bar Wide range of protection relays

Keys interlock

Padlocks

Large auxiliary circuits compartment

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Un Ir Ik IkAp(*) IkAp(**)

kV A kA kAp kAp

12 400/630 16 (1 s) 63 5

17.5 400/630 16 (1 s) 52.5 5

24 400/630 16 (1 s) 52.5 5(*) Making capacity ES 230(**) Making capacity EF 230

SBR – Switch-disconnector unit reversed with circuit-breaker

Cubicle dimensions Weight

mm A x B x C kg

750 x 1700 x 1070 335 (1)

(1) No CT’s.

Available unit width 750 mm.Switch-disconnector unit reversed with circuit-breaker is used together with the 190 mm direct cable riser unit. SBR unit allows opening and earth-ing the switch-disconnector while leaving the cable compartment supplied.The standard units are equipped with a 3-position switch-disconnector in series with a circuit-breaker. The unit is equipped with a vacuum or SF6-gas circuit-breaker. The cable compartment is mechani-cally locked; the circuit-breaker compartment is interlocked with the switch-disconnector by key. The CB door is mechanically interlocked with the swtch-disconnector’s earthing position to en-sure personnel safety. The unit is designed to be equipped with CTs, combisensor and toroidal.Alternatively a circuit-breaker with integrated cur-rent sensor and relay is available.

Reference Standard equipment Main optional equipment

GSec Switch-disconnector

3-position switch-disconnector 4 change-over contacts for closed and earthed positions

Operating mechanism with mechanical position indication Digital or conventional manometer with optional alarm contacts

Integrated voltage indicators

VD4 - HD4Circuit-breaker

Opening mechanism with mechanical position indication and close-open push-button

Motor operation device

Removable circuit-breaker, vauum or SF6 gas type Current sensors

Unit

Integrated basic auxiliary circuits compartment DIN-type current transformer or combisensores, installed in busbars compartment

Mechanical interlockings Ring-core current transformer, installed in the bottom

Busbars Earthing switch in busbar compartment (EF 230)

Enclosure of the cable compartment Accessories for specified internal arc classification

Earthing switch in cable compartment (ES 230) Channel for control cables

Through-going earthing bar Anti condensation heater

Internal lighting

Apparatus earthing bar

Keys interlock

Padlocks

Wide range of protection relays

Large auxiliary circuits compartment

2. Typical units

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Available unit width 500 mm.Switch-fuse combination unit for measuring type SFV, is primarily used for voltage metering. The unit is equipped with a 3-position switch-disconnector and with earthing switch. For fuse earthing, the integrated earthing switch operates on the upstream side and separate earthing switch operates on the downstream side of the fuses. The mechanism used is a double spring mechanism with automatic fuse-tripping. Voltage transformers are placed on the floor of the unit to provide the measuring function.

Un Ir Ik IkAp(*) Max fuse rating

kV A kA kAp A

12 630/800 25 (2 s) 5 125

17.5 630/800 21 (3 s) 5 80

24 630 21 (3 s) 5 80

(*) Making capacity EF 230

SFV – Switch-fuse combination unit for measuring

Cubicle dimensions Weight

mm A x B x C kg

500 x 1700 x 1070 165 (1)

(1) No fuses and VT’s.

Reference Standard equipment Main optional equipment

GSec Switch-disconnector

3-position switch-disconnector 4 change-over contacts for closed and earthed positions

Operating mechanism with mechanical position indication Digital or conventional manometer with optional alarm contacts

Integrated voltage indicators Opening tripping coil

Closing tripping coil

1 change-over contact for fuse tripped indication

Unit

Enclosure of busbar compartment Accessories for specified internal arc classification

Integrated basic auxiliary circuits compartment Channel for control cables

Mechanical interlockings Apparatus earthing bar

Fuse tripping system Anti condensation heater

Busbars Internal lighting

Earthing switch for lower fuse holder (EF 230) Keys interlock

Fuse base Padlocks

Din type voltage trasformers DIN-type fuses (1)

Bottom cover Large auxiliary circuits compartment

Through-going earthing bar

(1) DIN Fuses: 292 & 442 mm @ 12-17.5 kV 442 mm @ 24 kV

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Un Ir Ik

kV A kA

12 630/800 25 (2 s)

17.5 630/800 21 (3 s)

24 630 21 (3 s)

DRC – Direct riser unit with cable

Cubicle dimensions Weight

mm A x B x C kg

375 x 1700 x 1070 120

500 x 1700 x 1070 135 (1)

(1) No CT’s

Available unit width 375 mm and 500 mm. To connect cables directly to the busbars, a direct riser unit is available. The lower front door is fixed and can only be opened with a tool. The door has a window for inspection.

Reference Standard equipment Main optional equipment

Unit

Enclosure of busbar compartment Accessories for specified internal arc classification

Integrated basic auxiliary circuits compartment Channel for control cables

Mechanical interlockings DIN-type current transformer (not in 375 mm unit)

Busbars and insulators Apparatus earthing bar

Enclosure of cable compartment Anti condensation heater

Cable terminals Internal lighting

Cable entry with cable support Surge arresters

Integrated voltage indicators Large auxiliary circuits compartment

Through-going earthing bar

2. Typical units

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Un Ir Ik

kV A kA

12 630/800 25 (2 s)

17.5 630/800 21 (3 s)

24 630 21 (3 s)

DRS – Direct riser unit for sectionalizing

Cubicle dimensions Weight

mm A x B x C kg

375 x 1700 x 1070 120 (1)

500 x 1700 x 1070 135 (1)

(1) No CT’s and VT’s

Available unit width 375 mm and 500 mm.Direct riser unit for sectionalizing, type DRS, connects the busbar to the bottom of a sectionalizing unit with circuit-breaker or switch-disconnector. The 500 mm wide unit can be used as a metering unit with space for 3 CTs and 3 VTs (VT’s are possible only when lower busbar exit is to the left).The lower front door is fixed to the unit and has to be released with a tool. The door has a window for inspection.

Reference Standard equipment Main optional equipment

Unit

Enclosure of busbar compartment Accessories for specified internal arc classification

Integrated basic auxiliary circuits compartment Channel for control cables

Mechanical interlockings DIN- type current transformer (not in 375 mm unit)

Busbars and insulators DIN-type voltage transformers (not in 375 mm unit) (1)

Enclosure with bus riser bars Apparatus earthing bar

Integrated voltage indicators Anti condensation heater

Bottom cover Internal lighting

Through-going earthing bar Large auxiliary circuits compartment

(1) VT’s left exit only

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RLC/RRC – Lateral cable risers, left and right (for SBR unit only)

Unit available in the 190 mm width.

Un Ir Ik

kV A kA

12 400/630 16 (1 s)

17.5 400/800 16 (1 s)

24 400/630 16 (1 s)

Cubicle dimensions Weight

mm A x B x C kg

190 x 1700 x 1070 80

2. Typical units

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Estimated weights of basic units1700 mm high basic units with 630 A main busbars and without CT‘s VT‘s or fuses. Width(mm)

Type of unit (kg)

SDC (1) SDS (1) SFC (2) SFS (2) SBC (1) SBS (1) SBR (1) SFV (2) DRC (1) DRS (1)

375 140 145 145 155 – – – – 120 120

500 160 165 165 170 – – – 165 135 135

750 – – – – 335 355 335 – – –(1) No CT’s or VT’s.(2) No fuses.

Width(mm)

Type of unit (kg)

RLC RRC

190 80 80

750 – –

Weights

Current transformers

12/17.5 kV 22 kg

24 kV 33 kg

Voltage transformers

12/17.5 kV 20 kg

24 kV 35 kg

Circuit-breaker

VD4/R 90 kg

HD4/R 105 kg

Fuses

3 fuses 19 kg

Arc ducts (1700 mm in height)

Width 375 14 kg

Width 500 17 kg

Width 750 30 kg

Estimated weight of components

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distances, interruption of the circuit is also guaranteed when separation of the contacts takes place a few milliseconds before passage of the current through natural zero.The special geometry of the contacts and the material used, as well as the limited duration and low voltage of the arc, guarantee minimum contact wear and long life. Furthermore, the vacuum prevents their oxidation and con-tamination.

Standard equipment1 closing push-button2 opening push-button3 operation counter4 mechanical signaling devices for circuit-breaker open/closed5 manual spring charging handle6 mechanical signaling device for closing springs

charged/discharged7 kit 1: set of five open/closed auxiliary contacts.

Un = 24…250V AC-DC8 kit 2: shunt opening release (M01), they allow the remote

opening of the apparatus.Power supply voltage:

− 24 - 30 - 48 - 60 - 110 - 125 - 220 - 250 V DC − 24 - 48 - 60 - 110 - 120...127 - 220...240 V 50 Hz − 110 - 120 - 127 - 220 - 240 V 60 Hz

9 kit 3: key lock in open position with different or the same keys.

Technical data VD4/L-SEC – VD4/R-SEC

Rated voltage 12 kV 17.5 kV 24 kV

Rated frequency [Hz] 50/60 50/60 50/60

Rated lighting impulse withstand voltage [kV] 75 95 125

Rated power frequency withstand voltage [kV] 28 38 50

Rated current [A] 630/800 630/800 630

Rated short-circuit breaking current [kA] 12/16/20/25(1) 12/16/21 12/16/21

Rated short-circuit making current [kA] 30/40/50/63 30/40/54.6 30/40/54.6

Rated short-circuit duration [s] 3 3 3

Pole centres [mm] 230 230 230

(1) 25 kA - 2s

3. Main components

The vacuum circuit-breaker VD4/R-SEC has been specially designed for UniSec switchgear. The switching capacity is sufficient for any conditions arising from switching of the equipment as well as from system components under normal operating and fault conditions.Vacuum circuit-breakers have particular advantages for use in power systems where frequent switching with normal oper-ating currents is required. VD4 vacuum circuit-breakers are equipped with a stored-energy spring mechanism suitable for normal operating sequence, and also for autoreclosing sequence (O-0.3s-CO-15s-CO). They have exceptionally high operating reliability and long life.The breaker poles, designed in column form, include vacuum interrupters installed in tubular epoxy resin insulators.

Breaking techniqueThe current-breaking process in a vacuum circuit-breaker dif-fers from all other CBs which use an arc quenching medium like oil or gas. After separation of the current-carrying con-tacts, the contact material has to generate the charge carriers by itself which are required to pass the current through the vacuum to the natural current zero. For normal currents up to about 10 kA this effect is characterized as “diffuse vacuum arc”. Without special measures contraction of the diffuse vacuum arc occurs at higher levels, which results in overheat-ing and overall erosion of the contacts. These effects will be avoided by magnetically forced motion of the plasma arc due to spiral contacts. Since high dielectric strength can be reached in the vacuum, even with minimum

Plug-in vacuum circuit-breaker

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Gas circuit-breaker removable versionHD4/R-SEC SF6 medium voltage circuit-breakers, have been specially designed for installation in UniSec cubicles, and are equipped with right-hand operating mechanism. They use SF6 gas to extinguish the electric arc and as the insulating means. They are constructed using the separate pole technique.The operating mechanism is the ESH type with stored energy, free release, and with closing and opening independent of operator action. By adding electrical accessories, remote con-trol is possible. Construction is compact, sturdy and of limited weight. The HD4/R-SEC are systems with lifelong sealed pressure (IEC 60271-1 Standards).

Breaking techniqueSF6 is an inert gas with excellent insulating properties. Thanks to its special thermal and chemical stability, SF6 maintains its characteristics over a long time, ensuring a high level of reli-ability for the circuit-breakers.The blasting and cooling effect of SF6 and the special shape of the contacts, gradually quenches the electric arc and rap-idly restores the dielectric properties, without re-ignition. This process results in very low over-voltage values and short arc duration. These characteristics make HD4/R-SEC the ideal circuit-breaker in MV distribution substations.

Standard equipment 1 closing push-button2 opening push-button3 operation counter4 mechanical signaling devices for circuit-breaker open/closed5 manual spring charging handle coupling6 mechanical signaling device for closing springs

charged/discharged

7 kit 1: set of five open/closed auxiliary contacts.Un = 24…250V AC-DC

8 kit 2: shunt opening release (M01), they allow the remote opening of the apparatus.Power supply voltage:

− 24 - 30 - 48 - 60 - 110 - 125 - 220 - 250 V DC − 24 - 48 - 60 - 110 - 120...127 - 220...240 V 50 Hz − 110 - 120 - 127 - 220 - 240 V 60 Hz.

9 kit 3: key lock in open position with different or the same keys.

Two-level pressure switch − First level - intervention for low pressure: the indication

is given when the gas pressure drops from 380 kPa abso-lute to a value under 310 kPa absolute.

− Second level - intervention for insufficient pressure: the indication is given when the gas pressure drops to below 280 kPa absolute.

The pressure switch must be requested at the time of order-ing because it must be mounted and tested in the factory.

Circuit-breaker locking device with lamps for insufficient SF6 gas pressureThis device can only be supplied for circuit-breakers provided with a pressure switch.The locking circuit is an optional application and can only be installed by ABB.The following configurations are available:A - Circuit for automatic circuit-breaker opening with three

signaling lamps.B - Circuit for locking the circuit-breaker in the position it is

found in, with three signaling lamps.

Technical Data HD4/R-SEC

Rated voltage 12 kV 17.5 kV 24 kV

Rated frequency [Hz] 50/60 50/60 50/60

Rated lighting impulse withstand voltage [kV] 75 95 125

Rated power frequency withstand voltage [kV] 28 38 50

Rated current [A] 630/800 630/800 630

Rated short-circuit breaking current [kA] 12/16/20/25(1) 12/16/21 12/16/21

Rated short-circuit making current [kA] 30/40/50/63 30/40/54.6 30/40/54.6

Rated short-circuit duration [s] 3 3 3

Pole centres [mm] 230 230 230

(1) 25 kA - 2s

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Vacuum and Gas circuit-breaker accessoriesSpring charging geared motor (MS)This automatically changes the operating mechanism springs after the closing operating.Power supply voltage:

− 24...30 - 48...60 - 110...130 - 220...250 V DC − 100...130 - 220...250 V 50/60 Hz

Shunt closing release (MC)This is an electromechanical device which, following energisa-tion of an electromagnet, activates the operating mechanism release lever making the circuit-breaker close.

Additional shunt opening release (M02)This is an electromechanical device which, following energisa-tion of an electromagnet, activates the operating mechanism release lever making the circuit-breaker open.

Undervoltage release (MU)This makers the circuit-breaker open when the relative power supply voltage drops or is cut off. Power supply voltage:

− 24 - 30 - 48 - 60 - 110 - 125 - 220 - 250 V DC − 24 - 48 - 60 - 110 - 120...127 - 220...240 V 50 Hz − 110 - 120 - 127 - 220 - 240 V 60 Hz.

3. Main components

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GSec is an SF6-insulated 3-position switch-disconnector.The contacts of the switch-disconnectors are housed in an en-closure made of two materials: the top part is a moulded resin case to guarantee the insulation level; the bottom part is made of stainless steel to guarantee metallic partitions and earthing between busbar compartment and cable compartment. This guarantee maximum personnel safety in the case of interventions in the cable compartment even with the main busbars supplied with power, for example to replace one or more fuses or to check the cables.The switch-disconnector can be used in combination with fuses, for example for protection of transformers.

ActuatorThe GSec actuator can be accessed directly from the front and allows easy plug and play installation and replacement of accessories. The GSec actuator has separate operating seats for the isolation and earthing operations.The GSec uses two different types of actuators:

− type 1 with single spring for closing and opening opera-tions. It can be operated by lever and motor;

− type 2 with double springs for closing and opening operations. It can be operated by push-buttons (springs charging with lever) or motor opening and closing releases.

In case of emergency both actuators can be operated manually, by means of the operating lever (type 1) or by means of the push-buttons (type 2), even if equipped with motor operator. The normal power supply voltages of the motor and releases are:

− 24 - 60 V AC/DC – Low voltage version (for 48-60 V AC/DC type 2 operating mechanisms)

− 110 - 220 V AC/DC – High voltage version.

Actuator type 1 - With independent operation on exceeding dead centreThis enables rapid manual or motor operated closing and opening of the switch-disconnector with operating speed in-dependent of the operator. Closing or opening takes place by charging the above-mentioned spring (manually or by motor) until it exceeds dead centre. It also carries out rapid manual closing of the earthing switch with operating speed independ-ent of the operator.

GSec gas switch-disconnectorsActuator type 2 - Stored energy device with independent operationThis enables rapid manual closing of the switch-disconnector with operation independent of the operator, obtained by means of a spring charged until it exceeds dead centre.The operation cycle takes place with the following sequence:

− charging of opening and closing springs by means of lever or motor operator

− closing of the switch-disconnector by means of push-but-ton or closing release

− opening of the switch-disconnector by means of push-button or opening release or by means of a release system activated by the fuse striker in the case of even a single fuse blowing without re-charging of spring.

The actuator type 2 also carries out rapid manual closing of the earthing switch with operating speed independent of the operator.

Tripping times of GSec actuators

Motor operated or manual single spring operating mechanism (without coils)

1

0T T

T (motor operated, including spring loading and opening/closing) < 5 secT (manual) = depending on operator for the spring loading phase0 = with disconnector in “open” position1 = with disconnector in “closed” position

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3. Main components

Manual double spring operating mechanism (without or without coils)

1

0T1 T2 T3

T1 (spring loading) = depending on operatorT2 (closing) = 0.3 secT3 (opening) = 0.3 sec0 = with disconnector in “open” position1 = with disconnector in “closed” position

The opening/closing operations can be carried out by means of pushbuttons or coils (if remote control is used).

Motor operated double spring operating mechanism (coils always included)

1

0T1 T2

T1 (spring loading + closing) < 7 secT2 (opening) = 0.3 sec0 = with disconnector in “open” position1 = with disconnector in “closed” position

Electrical characteristics of the GSec switch-disconnector

Rated voltage kV 12 17.5 24

Withstand voltage (50–60 Hz/1 min) kV 28 38 50

Impulse withstand voltage kV 75 95 125

Rated frequency Hz 50-60 50-60 50-60

Rated normal current (40 °C) A 630/800 630/800 630

Rated short-time withstand current (2 s) kA 25 21 21

Rated short-time making capacity (peak current) kA 63 52.5 52.5

Breaking capacity

- Mainly active load A 630/800 630/800 630

- No-load transformers A ... 16 ... 16 ... 16

- No-load cables/feeders A ... 50 ... 50 ... 50

- Ring circuits A 630/800 630/800 630

- Electrical endurance line (1) class E3 E3 E3

- Electrical endurance earth (1) class E2 E2 E2

- Mechanical endurance line (2) class M2 M2 M2

- Mechanical endurance earth (3) class M0 M0 M0

(1) Up to 5 making. (2) Up to 5000 operations. (3) Up to 1000 operations.

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Accessories

1 Key locksThese allow the apparatus to be locked in the closed or open position. It is possible to combine a maximum of four key locks.There are three types of available keys: standard type, RONIS and PROFALUX.

2 PadlocksThese allow the apparatus to be locked in the closed or open position. It is possible to combine a maximum of three padlocks for line and/or earth.

3 Auxiliary contactsThese signal the position of the apparatus.4 change-over contacts for the line position and 4 change-over contacts for earth position are available.Contact specifications:

− change-over contacts for normally “open” and normally “closed” positions

− 250 V AC, 16 A − 250 V DC, 0.3 A.

4 Opening release (only for type 2 actuator)This is an electromechanical device which, following energisa-tion of an electromagnet, activates the remote opening of the line switch-disconnector.Power supply voltages:

− 24 - 60 V AC/DC - Low voltage version − 110 - 220 V AC/DC - High voltage version.

5 Closing release (only for type 2 actuator)This is an electromechanical device which, following energisa-tion of an electromagnet, activates the remote closing of the line switch-disconnector.Power supply voltages:

− 24 - 60 V AC/DC - Low voltage version − 110 - 220 V AC/DC - High voltage version.

6 Motor operating device This carries out automatic charging of the actuator closing and opening springs for types 1 and 2 actuators. After switch-disconnector closing, the geared motor immediately recharges the springs. In the case of a power cut or during maintenance work, the closing spring can be charged manually (by means of the lever).Power supply voltages:

− 24 - 60 V AC/DC – Low voltage version − 110 - 220 V AC/DC – High voltage version

7 Voltage indicator lamps (VPIS)These can be supplied with one or two sets of three lamps integrated in the mechanism compartment. The device is pre-set with sockets for checking phase concordance. It can be combined with the crosspiece with capacitive insulators.

8 Contact signalling fuse blownWhen a fuse blows, special kinematics activate a signalling contact.

9 Temperature compensated pressure switch(1)

The pressure switch allows monitoring of the gas pressure and provide an alarm signaling low pressure.The device provides the following indications.

− correct operating pressure (ok) − low pressure (low): indication of the minimum gas level for

which operation of the disconnector is guaranteed − pressure insufficient (very low): the disconnector cannot be

operated.

10 Manometer (1)

The manometer provide visual monitoring of the pressure of the gas.

(1) Specify the request at the time of order.

GSec gas switch-disconnectors accessories

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Choice of fuse links for transformer protection

Transformer rated voltage

[kV]

Transformer rating [kVA] Fuse ratedvoltage

[kV]25 50 75 100 125 160 200 250 315 400 500 630 800 1000 1250 1600

CEF Fuse-link In [A]

3 16 25 25 40 40 50 63 80 100 125 – – – – – –

3.6/7.25 10 16 25 25 25 40 40 50 63 80 100 125 – – – –

6 6 16 16 25 25 25 40 40 50 63 80 100 125 – – –

10 6 10 16 16 16 20 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 100 125 –12

12 6 6 10 16 16 16 20 20 25 40 40 50 63 80 100 125

15 6 6 10 10 16 16 16 20 20 25 40 40 50 63 80 80 17.5

20 6 6 6 10 10 16 16 16 20 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 8024

24 6 6 6 6 10 10 16 16 16 20 20 25 40 40 50 63

Three fuses (one fuse for each phase) for transformer protec-tion can be connected in series with the switch-disconnector. Selection of the fuse according to the voltage and power of the transformer must be made in conformity with the data indicated in the table.

Transformer protection and selection of fuses The usage table given below takes the required conditions into account, i.e. sufficiently high rated current to avoid untimely fuse blowing during the no-load connection stage and, in any case, of a value which guarantees protection of the machine against faults on the low voltage side.

ABB CEF fuses for protecting the transformer (IEC 60282-1/DIN 43625)

The CEF/CEF-TCU are recommended fuse types to be used with UniSec switch-disconnector panels. The CEF-TCU is a new type for Temperature Control Units (TCU). This is a tripping device integrated with the striker of HV fuses which operates whenever the permitted temperature in switchgear is exceeded. If a temperature that is too high occurs the TCU activates the striker releasing the switch-disconnector which opens the electric circuit and avoids further temperature increase. The striker also performs its main role operating in case of short-circuit. Fuse-links equipped with the Tempera-ture Control Unit are compatible with standard fuse-links. Striker force and striker energy as well as dimensions and all fuse ratings are in accordance with CEF type fuses manu-factured so far and with IEC Standards. To differentiate fuses with TCU from standard fuses, additional catalogue numbers have been generated and markings are provided on the fuse body.

3. Main components

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Conventional instrument transformersConventional instrument transformer technology is well known and extensively used in various applications. The design is appropriate to provide protection of metering system against over-currents, over-voltages or any other faulty conditions in the network that need to be analyzed and further processed. The current & voltage transformers for UniSec comply with the IEC 60044-2 & IEC 60044-1 standards. The dimensions are in accordance with the DIN42600 standard.

Current and voltage sensorsThe functionality of sensors is similar to conventional in-strument transformers with the focus on a higher level of standardization. The sensor technology is also focused on a reduced environmental impact as well as improved safety and reliability of the application. Numerous applications for combi-nation with different protection relays are available.

Low voltage ring-core transformersApplication of low voltage ring-core (toroidal) type transform-ers is possible as an alternative to conventional transformers, especially in applications with pure functional requirements.

Transformers and sensors

Combined current and voltage sensorsCombisensors combine in the same case both current sensors (based on a Rogowski-coil) and the voltage sensor (based on a resistive divider).Characteristics and size comply with IEC and DIN Standards.

Voltage transformer Current transformer

Low-voltage ring-core current transformerCombined current and voltage sensors

Current sensors

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UniSec switchgear is fitted with all the interlocks and accessories needed to guarantee a high level of safety and reliability both for the installation and operators.

InterlocksSafety interlocks can either be those provided as standard or special versions available on request.The former are required by the standards and are therefore necessary to guarantee the correct operation sequence. The latter can be supplied on request and they must be consid-ered by the installation service and maintenance procedures.Their presence guarantees the highest level of reliability even in the case of an accidental error and allows what ABB de-fines as an “error-free” system of interlocks.

4. Mechanical interlocks

KeysThe use of key interlocks is very important in realising the interlocking logics between units of the same switchgear, or of other medium, low and high voltage switchgear. The logics are realised by means of distributors or by ringing the keys.The earthing switch closing and opening operations can be locked by means of keys.The latter can only be removed with the earthing switch in an opposed position to the lock to be made. The key lock can also be applied to the earthing switch of busbar applications.

PadlocksThe apparatus and cable compartment doors can be locked in the closed position by means of padlocks. The switchgear is preset for using padlocks with a 4 to 8 mm diameter.

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5. Protection devices

In medium voltage networks distribution automation cover the protection, control, measurement and supervision of util-ity substations and industrial power systems. The purpose of distribution automation is to improve safety, reliability and performance of the power distribution process. The main purpose of a relay protection system is to recognize any abnormal power system condition, or abnormally operat-ing system component. Based on the information gathered, the protection system will initiate corrective actions that return the system to its normal operating state. Relay protection does not prevent network faults from aris-ing, but it is activated only when something abnormal has occurred in the power system. However, careful selection of protection functions and methods improves the performance and the reliability of the protection system, thus minimizing the effects of network faults and preventing the disturbance from spreading to the healthy parts of the network. Modern, IEC 61850 compliant, protection and control IEDs (Intelligent Electronic Device) enable cost effective use of more sophisticated protection schemes even in the secondary distribution network.

Distribution Protection and ControlFeeder Protection in secondary distribution The feeder protection applications can be roughly divided into two categories, namely standard (1) applications utiliz-ing basic current based protection and high requirement (2) applications utilizing current and voltage based protection and their combinations. The selected protection scheme has to fulfil the application specific requirements regarding sensitivity, selectivity and op-erating speed. The protection requirements are mainly deter-mined by the physical structure of the network. In most cases the above requirements can be fulfilled with non-directional/ directional overcurrent relays. The purpose of the over- and undervoltage protection system is to monitor the voltage level of the network. If the voltage level deviates from the target value by more than the permit-ted margin for a specific time period, the voltage protection system limits the duration of the abnormal condition and the stresses caused. Oure IEDs have been selected so that they meet all feeder protection requirements from the simplest to the more com-plex secondary distribution applications.

By combining relevant function blocks in standard configurationsA and B REF615 can be used in a wide variety of secondarydistribution applications. Standard configuration F with additionalprotection functions is also available

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REF601

Recommended Distribution Protection and Control products

RE- 610 Series

REF601 is a numerical feeder protection relay intended for protection and control of utility and industrial power systems in distribution networks. The relay provides basic short-circuit, overcurrent and earth-fault protection in solidly earthed, resistance earthed and isolated neutral networks. The phase currents are measured with current sensors of the Rogowski coil type and earth-fault current can be internally calculated or measured with conventional current transformers. ABB offers two sensors:

− KECA (type Rogowski coil) mounting around MV cables − KEVCR mounting on-board the circuit-breaker.

The REF601 can be mounted on-board the circuit-breaker VD4/R-Sec and HD4/R-Sec or in the auxiliary circuits com-partment.Furthermore two types of relay are available:

− REF 601 according to IEC standard − REF 601 according to CEI 0-16 standard for Italian market.

Auxiliary supply voltage: 24…240 V AC/DC

The 610 serie includes IEDs for feeder protection, motor protection and general system voltage supervision. The plug-in design of the 610 series IECs facilitates the commissioning of the switchgear and enables fast and safe insertion and withdrawal of IED plug-in units.The numerical feeder protection IEDs of the 610 series support a wide rage of standard communication protocols, among them the IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-103, Modbus and Profibus.• REF610 is a protection relay mainly designed for the pro-

tection of incoming and outgoing feeders in MV distribution substations. REF610 can also be used as back-up protec-tion for motors, transformers and generators, in industrial as well as in utility applications. The integrated protection functions, including three-stage overcurrent protection and a two-stage, non-directional earth-fault make REF610 a solid protection against overcurrent and earth faults.

• REM610 is a motor IED for the protection, measuring and supervision of medium sized and large asynchronous LV motors and small and medium-sized asynchronous HV motors in manufacturing and process industry. The REM610 is also used for the protection of cable feeders

ABB offers a complete series of protection and control products ranging from the simplest self-powered protection devices to advanced protection, monitoring and control solutions. Modern protection and control IEDs rely heavily on the new global IEC 61850 standard for substation communication and distribution automation.

5. Protection devices

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and distribution transformers benefiting from thermal overload protection besides phase overcurrent protection, earth-fault protection and phase unbalance protection.

• REU610 is designed for distribution substation busbar overvoltage and undervoltage protection, feeder and power transformer overvoltage protection, motor undervoltage protection, and capacitor bank protection and supervision. In isolated neutral power systems, it is also used for non-discriminative earth-fault protection based on residual voltage measurement.

Auxiliary supply voltage:High: 110 - 240 V AC 110 - 250 V DCLow: 24 - 60 V DC

RE- 615 Series

Packed with the latest protection technology and featuring native support for the prevailing IEC 61850 substation communication standard, ABB’s 615 series protection and control IEDs are the ideal choice for the protection and control of distribution substations. The in-depth implementation of the IEC 61850 substation communication standard in 615 series IEDs covers both vertical and horizontal communication, including GOOSE messaging and parameter setting according to IEC 61850-8-1.

• REF615 provides main protection for overhead lines, cable feeders and busbar systems of distribution substations. It fits both isolated neutral networks and networks with resistance or impedance earthed neutrals.

• REM615 is a dedicated motor protection and control IED perfectly aligned for the protection, control, measurement and supervision of asynchronous motors in manufacturing and process industry.

• RET615 is a dedicated transformer protection and control IED for power transformers, unit and step-up transformers including power generator-transformer blocks in utility and industry power distribution systems.

• The line differential RED615 relay can be applied especially for applications requiring absolutely selective feeder protection (unit type of protection). This relay maintains selectivity even in cases where the fault current magnitude varies and fault current can be fed from several sources. This is usually the case in closed loop, ring type and meshed networks.

In addition to protection, all 615 series IEDs offer the function-ality needed for local and remote control of a circuit-breaker.

Auxiliary supply voltage:High: 100 - 110 - 120 - 220 - 240 V 50/60 Hz 46 - 60 - 115 - 220 - 250 V DCLow: 24 - 30 - 48 - 60 V DC

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REMOTEACCESS -

ENGINEERING

DISTRIBUTEDCONTROLSYSTEM

Ethernet switch

Ethernet switch

WANOPC Client/Server

TCP/IP protocols(IEC 61850, DNP3,

Modbus®)

Serial protocol(Modbus®)

LAN 1

GPS

REF601 REF601REF615 REF615REF610 REF610

EMS/SCADA

Serial protocols(DNP3, IEC 60870-5-101)

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COM600 for high-end secondary distribution applications

Overview of a system using Station Automation COM600.For more information please visit www.abb.com/substationautomation

COM600, ABB’s station automation device, is an all-in-one communication gateway, automation platform and user inter-face solution for utility and industrial distribution substations. The gateway functionality provides seamless IEC 61850 con-nectivity between substation IEDs and network-level control and management systems. The automation platform with its

logic processor makes COM600 a flexible implementation plat-form for substation-level automation tasks. As a user interface solution COM600 accommodates web technology based func-tionalities providing access to substation devices and process-es via a web browser based human machine interface (HMI).COM600 is available only on request.

5. Protection devices

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IED “B”

IED “A”

GOOSE

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Time is critical when it comes to detecting and minimizing the effects of an electric arc. An arc fault lasting 500 ms may cause severe damage to the installation. If the burning time of the arc is less than 100 ms the damage is often smaller, but if the arc is extinguished in less than 35 ms its effect is almost unnoticeable.An adequate arc flash protection system protects against arc faults by minimizing the burning time of the arc, thus prevent-ing excessive heat and damage. It minimizes material dam-age, increases personnel safety and allows power distribution to be smoothly and safely restored.

High-speed busbar protection with GOOSETraditional interlocking-based protection schemes that utilize the conventional hard-wired blocking signal paths between the switchgear cubicles are generally not fast enough to en-sure safe fault clearance times at arc faults. By means of IEC 61850 based GOOSE communication the traditional interlock-ing scheme can be speeded up considerably. The IEC 61850 implementation in REF615 includes fast peer-to-peer communication over the substation bus. Using GOOSE communication the REF615 IEDs of the incoming and outgoing feeders of a substation co-operate to form a stable, reliable and high-speed busbar protection system. When using GOOSE communication, the traditional relay-to-relay hard-wiring throughout the switchgear is replaced by a station-wide Ethernet LAN (Local Area Network). By using GOOSE messaging an operational speed gain of about 30% can be achieved in comparison with the operating speed of the classic, interlocking-based busbar protection schemes. The speed advantage is entirely attained from the speed and reliability of the GOOSE service.The cost-effective GOOSE-based busbar protection is ob-tained just by configuring the IEDs, and the operational avail-ability of the protection is assured by continuous supervision of the protection IEDs and their GOOSE messaging over the station bus. Possible transmission breaks and errors will im-mediately be detected and corrective measures can be taken. Apart from a standard Ethernet LAN, no separate hard-wiring is needed for the horizontal communication between the switchgear cubicles.

Options for arc flash protectionSelective busbar protection with arc flash sensorsThe cable terminations are the most fault-prone components of MV switchgear. Busbar protection systems based on current measurement are generally not sensitive enough to detect faults occurring in the cable terminations and may even cause the entire busbar system to be de-energized, even though tripping of the feeder concerned would clear the fault. Protection systems based on arc flash detection selectively trip the relevant feeder CB and leave the busbar system intact.By installing arc flash sensors to monitor each compartment of the switchgear cubicle the protection speed can be even further increased. At the same time, new technology offers increased operational reliability and flexibility of the protection. With REF615 the total fault clearance time can be reduced to 10 ms plus the circuit-breaker’s contact travel time.As an option each REF615 feeder protection and control IED can be provided with three arc flash sensors, one for each compartment of the switchgear cubicle. The busbar arc flash protection is based on the detection of an arcing fault on the busbar system. The IED which detects the flash transfers a GOOSE message or uses the traditional hard-wired com-munication paths to transfer the message to the other IEDs. The IEDs of the cubicles feeding fault current to the busbar system also receive the flash fault message and trip their circuit-breakers as fast as possible. Typically, at an arcing fault the arc flash protection, clears the faults about twice as fast as busbar protection system based on peer-to-peer messag-ing between IEDs.

Arc flash protection using REF615 and GOOSE

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Selection table for relays in different applicationsRelay REF601 REF610 REU610 REM610 REF615 (2) RED615 REM615 RET615

Application

Feeder application x x x x x

Motor application x x

Line differential protection x

Transformer application x

Arc protection for feeder cubicle x x x x

Communication Protocols

IEC 60870-5-103 x x x x x x x

IEC 61850-8-1 x (1) x (1) x (1) x x x x

DNP 3.0 x x x x x

SPA x x x

LON x (1) x (1) x (1)

Modbus x x x x x

Profibus x (1) x (1) x (1)

Additional functionality

Disturbance recording x x x x x x x

Withdrawable release mechanics x x x x x x x

Condition monitoring x x x x x x x

Local control x x x x x

Remote control x x x x x

Remote access (communication) x x x x x x x x

Communication x x x x x x x x

Local HMI (3) x x x x x x x x

Web browser based HMI x x x x

Auto-reclosure 3 shots 5 shots 5 shots

RTD (4) inputs 6

(1) With interface adapter (2) With standard confi gurations A, B and F (3) HMI - Human Machine Interface (4) RTD - Resistive Temperature Detector

5. Protection devices

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List of protection functions for type of relayProtection Functions ANSI Code REF601 REF610 REU610 REM610 REF615(*) RED615(**) REM615 RET615

Three-phase undervoltage protection 27 − − X − X (1) − X −

Cumulative start-up time counter and restart inhibit function 37 − − − X − − X −

Phase discontinuity protection 46 − X − X X X X X

Phase reversal protection 46R − − − X − X −

Positive-sequence undervoltage protection 47 <;> − − X X (1) − X −

Motor start-up supervision based on thermal stress calculation 48/14 − − − X − − − −

Three-phase thermal overload protection for cables 49 − X − − − − X X

Temperature protection using RTD sensors or thermistors 49/38 − − − X − − − −

Three-phase thermal protection for feeder, cables and distribution transformer 49 − − − X X X (9) − X

Three-phase non-directional overcurrent, very high-set stage 50 X X − − − − − −

Three-phase non-directional overcurrent, low-set stage 51 X X − − X (2) X X X

Motor load jam protection 51LR − − − − − − X −

Non-directional earth-fault, low-set stage 51N X X − − X X (7) X X

Three-phase non-directional overcurrent, high-set stage 50/51 X X − X X X X X

Non-directional earth-fault, high-set stage 50N/51N X X − X X (3) X (7) − −

Arc protection 50L/50NL − X − − X (6) − X X

Three-phase define time overcurrent protection 51/14 − − − X − − − −

Three-phase overvoltage protection 59 − − X − X (1) − − −

Residual overvoltage protection 59N − − X − X (1) − − −

Fuse failure supervision 60 − − − − X (5) − X −

Circuit-breaker failure protection 62BF − X X X X X X X

Define-time undercurrent (loss of load) protection 66 − − − X − − − −

Three-phase directional overcurrent protection 67 − − − − X (1) − − −

Directional earth-fault protection 67N − − − − X (4) X (8) X −

Three-phase transformer inrush detector 68 X − − − X X − −

Trip circuit supervision 74 - TCM − − − − X X X X

Automatic reclosing 79 − X − − X (6) X (10) − −

Tap changer position indication 84M − − − − − − − X

Lockout relay 86 − X X X X X X X

Line differential protection and related measurements 87L − − − − − X − −

Differential protection for transformer 87T − − − − − − − X

Master trip 94/86 − − − − X X X X

(*) Six alternative standard confi guration are available: A & B: Non-directional overcurrent and directional earth-fault protection C & D: Non-dirdctional overcurrent and non-directional earth-fault protection E: Non-directional overcurrent and directional earth-fault protection with phase-voltage based measurements F: Directional overcurrent and earth-fault protection with phase-voltage based measurements, undervoltage and avervoltage protection (**) Three alternative standard confi gurations are available: A: line differential protection B: line differential protection with directional earth-fault protection C: line differential protection with non-directional earth-fault protection

(1) only for type F (2) not available for type F (3) only for type C&D(4) not available for type C&D (5) only for type E&F(6) optional at the time of the order(7) only for type C(8) only for type B(9) not available for type A(10) optional for type B and C

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With IEC 62271-200, new aspects relative to new definitions and classifications of MV switchgear have been introduced. One of the most significant changes introduced in this release is that classification of switchgear into metal-clad, compart-mented and cubicle types has been abandoned. Revision of switchgear classification rules has been based on the user’s point of view, in particular on aspects like service and main-tenance of the switchgear, according to the requirements and expectations for good substation management, from installa-tion to dismantling. In this context, Loss of Service Continuity has been chosen as a fundamental parameter for the user.

According to the updated rules, UniSec switchgear can be defined as follows:1. Interlock-controlled accessible compartment containing

high-voltage parts, intended to be opened for normal op-eration and/or normal maintenance, in which access is con-trolled by integral design of the switchgear and controlgear.

6. IEC classification

2. Procedure based accessible compartment containing high-voltage parts, intended to be opened for normal operation and/or normal maintenance, in which access is controlled by a suitable procedure combined with locking.

3. Service continuity class Busbar and cable compartments are physically and electri-

cally segregated. This is the category that defines the pos-sibility of keeping other compartments and/or functional units energised when opening a main circuit compartment.

4. Partition Class Metal-enclosed switchgear and controlgear providing

continuous metallic partitions, intended to be earthed, between opened accessible compartments and live parts of the main circuit.

Metallic partitions or metallic parts of them shall be con-nected to the earthing point of the functional unit.

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7. Internal arc safety

Internal arc faults are extremely rare in occurrence, but can still occur due to human errors, equipment malfunctions, insulation ageing or other exceptional reasons. In the UniSec design, special attention has been paid to personnel safety during internal arc situations. The switchgear units are extremely strong mechanically, being able to withstand pressure and thermal effects caused by even the highest internal arc currents. The design also reduces remarkably the probability of internal arcs occurring in the first place. UniSec has been tested according to the internal arc test described in IEC 62271-200 Standard Annex A. The internal arc tests are better classifi ed in this newer stand-ard compared to the tests introduced in the previous standard. The test verifies the protection effectiveness of the switchgear

Setup for an internal arc test

design in protecting persons against internal arcs, taking the dynamic pressure effects and thermal effects into consideration. UniSec fulfills all the 5 acceptance criteria set by the standard. Internal arc tests have been performed in busbar and cable compartments, and also inside the housing of the switch-disconnector. UniSec offers 3 different Internal Arc Classified (IAC) solutions. All solutions are class A (authorized personnel only) with different accessible sides (F for front, L for lateral and R for rear side).UniSec classifications:

− IAC AFLR 12.5 kA 1 s − IAC AFLR 16 kA 1 s − IAC AFLR 21 kA 1 s.

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IAC AFLR 12.5 kA and AFLR 16 kA 1 sIn this solution the switchgear can be positioned against the wall [1] or in the middle [2] of the switchgear room. It offers 4-sides internal arc protection. The arc gases are exhausted into the switchgear room. An effective arc gas absorber struc-ture ensures that the arc gases are cooled down significantly before entering the switchgear room, offering internal arc safety up to 16 kA arc fault current. The absorbers are ready-fitted behind each switchgear unit meaning no extra work needs to be done at the installation site.

IAC AFLR 21 kA 1 sIn this solution [3] the switchgear can be positioned against the wall or in the middle of the switchgear room. It offers 4-sides internal arc protection up to 21 kA arc fault current. The personnel inside the switchgear room are completely safe, since special arc gas ducts are used to channel the arc gases safely to an external area. The pressure effects against the switchgear room are also minimal. This solution provides the highest possible internal arc safety level.

The strong mechanical structure together with proper arc gas exhaust devices provide a good level of safety against internal arcs. However, it is possible to even further increase the safety by using active protection methods to quickly extin-guish the burning arcs.The arc flash protection system with integrated sensor loop supervision offers extremely fast and absolutely selective zone-based busbar protection.REF615 freeder protection relay offers an optional arc protection function. More information about the active protection methods is available in chapter 5 (Protection devices).

7. Internal arc safety

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8. Recommendations for installation

Installation roomThe installation room must be prepared according to the switch-gear dimensions and version. Observance of the distances indi-cated guarantees correct and safe operation of the apparatus. For installation conditions other than those indicated, please consult us.

NoteThere should be at least 185 mm pressure relief space between the back of the switchgear and the switchgear room wall, when arc gas duct or arc gas absorbers are used.

Minimum distances to the switchgear room walls with arc gas absorbers. Class AFL or AFLR

Minimum distances to the switchgear room walls with arc gas ducts. Class AFL or AFLR

Room layout

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Cable let-through and fixing points of the units

375 mm wide units

190 mm wide for RLC/RRC unit (for SBR only)

750 mm wide units

750 mm wide for SBR unit

500 mm wide units

There is one fixing point in each corner of the unit (total 4 per unit). Units without cable entry have some dimensions and fixing points according to width of the unit. 10 mm anchoring bolts can be used for fixing.

8. Recommendations for installation

The following figures show the locations and sizes of the cable passage holes underneath the different cubicles. These holes must be made before the switchgear installation. The figures also present the fixing points of the switchgear.

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Foundationsment, therefore adjustments are made using a metal frame or by installing steel plates under the corners of the units. The load capacity of the floor and foundation must also be suf-ficient.

The switchgear must be erected on a foundation that fulfils the requirement of maximum horizontal height deviation of 2 mm over the length of, and across the switchgear. It is difficult to make a concrete foundation that fulfils this levelness require-

Switchgear installed on the concrete floor

If the switchgear consists of only a few cubicles, and there are no heavy cubicles included, it can be installed on the concrete fl oor.

Switchgear erected on the metal frame Switchgear erected on the raised floor

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Medium voltage cable lengths and locations

Details

width 190 mm width 375 mm width 500 mm width 750 mm

A (mm) B (mm) A (mm) B (mm) A (mm) B (mm) A (mm) B (mm)

SDC Basic – – 915 210 915 275 – –

SDC With CT – – – – 525 275 525 275

SDM Basic – – – – – – 525(1) 275(1)

SFC 292 mm fuse – – 600 200 600 230 – –

SFC 442 mm fuse – – 450 200 450 230 – –

SBC Basic – – – – – – 500 310

DRC Basic – – 500 165 500 230 – –

DRC With CT – – – – 530 275 – –

SBR Basic – – – – – – 400 390

RLC/RRC Basic 1495 310 – – – – 1495 310

(1) With optional cable terminal

RLC unit

Medium voltage cable locations and lengths The lengths of medium voltage cable used (distance of the cable connection point from the floor) depend on the units

and accessories. The following figures and table show the cable lengths and locations with different solutions.

8. Recommendations for installation

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Cable terminations − Cold-applied − Can be used in small spaces − No special tools − Prefabricated for easy and safe installation − Minimal cable stripping − Active pressure − Few components − Long shelf life

General Power cables used for the switchgear need to be terminated. The power cable is designed with a conductor of aluminium or copper, an insulation of polymeric material, an extruded insulation screen, a metallic screen, armouring (optional) and a polymeric outer jacket. To enable safe and reliable current carrying it is necessary to achieve a good mechanical connection between the ca-ble conductor and the busbar. For this purpose ABB offers mechanical cable lugs designed to fit the cable conductor by bolting. It is also essential to guide the cable electrical field correctly, this is why ABB supplies cold applied terminations made of rubber, which provides an active pressure around the cable. Furthermore, if the cable is designed with another type of metallic screen than copper wires, special earthing kits have to be used, to achieve proper handling of eventual fault currents. Any armouring of the cable needs to give the same earth potential as the cable screen, so it might be necessary to use additional connection material, which is also part of the ABB’s offer. Detailed information can be found in separate technical information for cable accessories from ABB.

Standards Meets the requirements of CENELEC HD 629.1 S1.

Applications and features Depending on the cable design it is necessary to use the right type of cable accessory. When the single core cable is designed with copper wire screen only, it is sufficient to use just a cable lug and a termi-nation that fits the actual size of the cable. If a three core ca-ble is used, or a cable with copper tape screen, or aluminium foil screen, or a cable with armouring, extra material has to be added. Just important in using the right type of material is the correct preparation of the cable. For this purpose ABB also offers a range of excellent cable preparation tools. Recommended products The premoulded cable termination Kabeldon type SOT, from ABB, can be used on any polymeric cable, irrespective of design or conductor size. A few variants of terminations fit a wide range of cable sizes. For 12/17.5/24 kV four types of terminations only are required to cover up to 800 mm2 cable sizes. Extra material such as earthing kits, crutch seals for 3-core cables and screen potential material for cable armouring is also within the ABB range of products. Contact your local ABB office for details.

Kebeldon cable termination type SOT with bi-metallic cable lug type SKSB

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Kits complete with screw cable lug Cable termination including bi-metallic screw cable lug for Al and Cu conductors. The cable lug is equipped with shear off bolts.

Designation Weight Designation Weight XLPE-Ø Conduction (24 kV)

Indoor termination 3-core / 3 x 1-core

kg/kit Indoor termination 1-phase kit

kg/kit mm mm2

SOT 241 A-3 0.60 SOT 241 A 0.20 11-15 10-35

SOT 241-3 0.60 SOT 241 0.19 15-28 50-185

SOT 242-3 0.70 SOT 242 0.23 25-39 240-300

Designation Weight Designation Weight Conduction (24 kV)

Indoor termination 1-core / 1 x 1-core

kg/kit 3-core / 3 x 1-core indoor kg/kit mm2

SOT 241A S1 0.35 SOT 241A-3 S1 1.05 16 - 35

SOT 241 S1 0.34 SOT 241-3 S1 1.02 50 - 70

SOT 241 S2 0.44 SOT 241-3 S2 1.32 95 - 150

SOT 241 S3 0.59 SOT 241-3 S3 1.50 185

SOT 242 S2 0.48 SOT 242-3 S2 1.44 –

SOT 242 S3 0.63 SOT 242-3 S3 1.89 240

SOT 242 S4 0.98 SOT 242-3 S4 2.94 240 - 300

Designation I L

mm

SOT 241/242/242 B 235 min 300

8. Recommendations for installation

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UniSec Pro

9. Configuration software

UniSec Pro has been developed to be a tender and switchgear design tool. It also helps design offices to design and plan projects. A designer version is also available. Please contact your local ABB representative.

− Projects are stored online, enables statistics and follow-up.

− Online site for projects, feedback, news, installation files, etc.

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ABB’s present and future operations and processes will al-ways comply with environmental standards and legislation. ABB strives to develop and provide products and services with reduced harmful environmental impacts that are safe in use and can be recycled, reused or disposed of safely. This includes the products and services bought from ABB’s suppliers and subcontractors. In our research and develop-ment we aim for innovative and environmentally sound tech-nologies, systems and products. To support our customers and protect the environment during maintenance and at the end of service life of their switchgear, ABB is offering a complete service program aimed at eliminat-ing any release of SF6 into the atmosphere.UniSec units are produced in compliance with the require-ments of international standards for the quality management system and environmental management system. ABB is committed to the protection of the environment and adheres to ISO 14001 standards. The product is developed in compliance with the requirements denoted by IEC 62271-200.The following table gives the materials used with SDC 375 mm unit.

Recycling capability

Material Recyclable kg %

Steel Yes 106.5 69

Stainless steel Yes 5.5 3.5

Copper Yes 14 9

Brass Yes <0.5 <0.5

Aluminium Yes 4 3

Zinc Yes 1.5 1

Plastics Yes 4.6 3

SF6 Yes <0.5 <0.5

Total recyclables 132 87

Rubber No <1 <0.5

Epoxy No 18.5 12

Total non-recyclables 19 13

Recycling of SF6 gasIt is ABB’s obligation to facilitate end-of-life recycling for our products. In the EU and EEA, the F-Gas Regulation must be followed. SF6 is a fluorinated greenhouse gas and care must be taken not to cause emission of SF6 and at end-of-life the green-house gas must be recovered.We also advise customer to always consult ABB’s website http://www.abb.com/sf6.

10. Recycling

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11. Applications

Use of Unisec switchgear

UniSec switchgear is used in medium voltage secondary power distribution. In particular, it can be used for transformer substations, for control and protection of feeders and power transformers, for infrastructure, airports, hospitals, shopping centers, industries, etc.UniSec is the ABB solution for a fully automated power dis-tribution network. Supported by sensor technology and the latest in protection relays, it meets even the most demanding requirements in different applications.UniSec offers a wide range of panels, making it possible to identify the most cost-efficient solution for all applications by combining the available panel types.

Safety − Integrated voltage indicator − Interlocking devices − Gas gauge or pressure indicator − Inspection windows − Pressure relief channels

Smart integration − Compact size − Modular design with components for various applications − Easy installation and easy to extend

Economy − Long lifecycle − High mechanical endurance − Low maintenance costs − Low environmental impact − Virtually maintenance-free

Reliability − Each panel is stringently tested − Robust construction − Extremely durable and reliable operating mechanism − Local ABB support with global focus on reliability and

quality

Wind power

Residential

Distribution

Metering

Industrial

Generator

Infrastructure

Green power

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Residential

Customer needsResidential areas get their power from a local transformer substation.

− The transformer substation is required to be safe, compact in size and with low environmental impact

− Continuity of service and stable supply are important design factors for the equipment to be installed.

Transformer substation solutionsA transformer substation is the most common UniSec solu-tion for ring networks, residential areas, buildings and small industry.Modular and flexible design provides simple and easy installa-tion. Key factors in this case are:

− Easy to extend − Very compact units − Wide portfolio of protection, control and monitoring

solutions.

11. Applications

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Distribution

Customer needsThe distribution network refers to switching substations feeding, protecting, monitoring and controlling for example residential areas, industrial sites and large buildings. Priorities here are:

− Continuity of service and reliability − Safety − Life cycle cost − Easy integration in existing networks and systems.

Light substation solutionsUniSec solutions for distri-bution include:

− Service continuity Removable and with-drawable circuit-breaker solutions meeting the highest demand on per-sonnel safety and reliabil-ity. LSC2A and LSC2B and the latest generation of protection, monitoring and control solutions are available.

− Safe - Designed and tested according to IEC and internal-arc proof.

− Life cycle cost - Standardized and modularized solutions, reduced training and maintenance requirements, fewer spare parts and easy operation and fast replacements of components with reduced resources dedicated to the plant.

− Easy integration - Compliance with local requirements.

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Industrial

Customer needsIndustrial customers require a stable and non-fluctuating power supply without outages. UniSec specifically meets the following customer requirements:

− A reliable solution − A wide range of functional units that are easy to

upgrade − Safe and easy for operators.

Industrial switchgear solutionsUniSec offers industrial customers:

− A proven design. − A wide portfolio that enables the configuration of a

solution that is the best fit for the required application − Easy to operate and to maintain.

11. Applications

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Other applications

TransportationReliability of the installation is a key element to guarantee performance and safety.

MeteringDue to demand of deregulation and liberalization of the electricity market, UniSec has standard solutions for metering applications.

GeneratorTypical generator applications are emergency power sup-plies such as hospitals, airports, shopping centers, back up power for greenhouses where reliability is absolutely crucial.

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