Medium-Voltage Vacuum Circuit Breaker (12 KV to 46 kV)

Property Specification

Type: Medium-Voltage Vacuum Circuit Breaker (12 KV to 46 kV)

Features: Engineered for up to 46 kV primary power distribution, this vacuum breaker utilizes a low-part-count mechanical spring drive built for exceptional operating reliability and minimal maintenance requirements, capable of up to 30,000 operations without major overhaul. Advanced models (up to 17.5 kV) offer integrated condition-monitoring sensors to facilitate remote asset tracking, optimized maintenance scheduling, and lower operational overhead. System features include standardized cross-range accessories, pre-wired plug-and-socket electrical connectors for fast plug-and-play installation or replacement, an integrated mechanical anti-pumping mechanism, an integral manual spring-charging lever, an open-position key lock, dedicated actuation button padlocks, and protective button shrouds accessible only with a specialized service tool.

Applications: Power distribution networks, feeder cable protection, electrical transformer substations, industrial power distribution, utility step-down substations, large electric motors, power transformers, and reactive power capacitor banks.

Description

Product Range & Technical Specifications

Technical Parameter / Feature Category Vacuum Circuit Breaker Specifications
Nominal Operating Voltage Range 12 kV, 17.5 kV, 24 kV, 36/40.5 kV (Up to 46 kV max)
Rated Operating Frequency 50 – 60 Hz
Continuous Thermal Current Rating 630 A up to 4,000 A
Short-Circuit Interrupting & Withstand Capacity 16 kA up to 63 kA
Peak Dynamic Making Capacity 40 kA up to 164 kA
Permissible Short-Circuit Duration 3 seconds
Interruption & Actuation Technology Vacuum arc quenching with mechanical spring-operated mechanism
Mechanical Operational Lifespan 30,000 overhaul-free operations on standard ratings
Mounting & Execution Variants Available in both Fixed and Drawout / Withdrawable versions
Phase Pole Construction

• Embedded Pole Type

• Assembled Pole Type

Pole Center-to-Center Distance (d) 150 mm to 360 mm (depending on voltage class)
Pole Envelope Height (H) 205 mm to 328 mm
Overall Frame Width (a) 450 mm to 1,000 mm
Overall Frame Depth (b) 424 mm to 789 mm
Overall Structural Height (c) 461 mm to 1,575 mm
Equipment Net Weight 73 kg to 350 kg
Smart Diagnostics & Monitoring Supported (up to 17.5 kV, 31.5–40 kA)