36kV Indoor SF6 Ring Main Units

Property Specification

Type: 36 kV Indoor SF6-Insulated Ring Main Unit (RMU) / Compact Medium-Voltage Switchgear

Features: The switchgear features integrated mechanical interlocking that prevents simultaneous operation of the main and earthing switches, along with padlocking points on a dual-function operating mechanism; it also includes an anti-pumping feature that adds a safety time delay during manual switching, allowing upstream breakers to clear faults. It includes a front-access cable compartment, horizontally arranged bushings, a fully earth-interlocked access cover, and an integrated earthing pin with a star-bus arrangement for safe, convenient cable testing without interrupting power lines. Housed in a hermetically sealed, arc-resistant stainless steel gas tank, the unit also features a clear, color-coded gas pressure gauge with options for temperature compensation and remote low-pressure warning alarms.

Applications: This equipment is designed for power generation and utility distribution networks, including compact substations, solar plants, wind farms, and cogeneration facilities. It supports heavy industrial facilities such as mining operations, oil and gas plants, steel mills, chemical plants, and water treatment facilities, as well as commercial properties such as data centers, hospitals, office buildings, shopping centers, and hotels. It also provides reliable switching for critical public infrastructure, including metro stations, railway systems, airports, seaports, and tunnels.

Description

Technical Comparison Matrix

Performance Characteristic / Parameter Medium-Voltage SF6 Gas Ring Main Unit Technical Specifications
System Operating Voltage (Ur) 36 kV / 38 kV
Operating Frequency Range 50 Hz / 60 Hz
Switchgear Classification and Enclosure Integrity

Partitioning Class: PM (Metallic Partitioning)

Service Continuity: LSC2

Dielectric Impulse Insulation Level (BIL Peak)

Phase-to-Earth / Phase-to-Phase: 170 kVp

Across Isolating Distance: 195 kVp / 220 kVp

Power-Frequency Withstand Voltage (1 min dry)

Phase-to-Earth / Phase-to-Phase: 70 kV

Across Isolating Distance: 80 kV

Ingress and Mechanical Impact Protection

Indoor Enclosure: IP41 | Outdoor Enclosure: IP54

HV Component Hermetic Tank: IP67

Mechanical Impact Class: IK10

Internal Arc Withstand Capacity AF / AFLR Class: 25 kA for 1 s
SF6 Gas Medium Parameters

Annual Leakage Rate: ≤ 0.1% per year

Rated Filling Pressure (20°C): 0.4 Bar (G)

Minimum Functional Pressure: 0.3 Bar (G)

Environmental and Site Service Conditions

Maximum Installation Altitude: ≤ 1000 m above sea level

Max. Relative Humidity (24 h average): 95%

Ambient Temperature Range: -25°C to +55°C

Main Busbar Performance Characteristics

Continuous Load Rating: 630 A

Short-Time Withstand: 21 kA (3 s) / 25 kA (1 s)

Peak Dynamic Current: 52.5 kA / 62.5 kA

Load-Break Switch Functionality (L-Function)

Continuous Current Rating: 630 A

Cable Charging / Line Charging Breaking: 35 A / 35 A (Combined: 60 A)

Earth Fault Breaking: 105 A

Short-Time Withstand and Peak Current: 21 kA (3 s) / 25 kA (1 s); Peak: 52.5 kA / 62.5 kA

Mechanical and Electrical Endurance: Mechanical Class M1, Electrical Class E3 (Switch) / Class E2 (Earthing)

Circuit Breaker Functionality (V-Function)

Continuous Rating: 200 A / 630 A

Short-Circuit Breaking Capacity: 25 kA

Short-Circuit Making Current: 50 kA / 62.5 kA

Cable and Line Charging Breaking: 100 A (Cable) / 10 A (Line)

Short-Time Withstand and Peak Current: 21 kA (3 s) / 25 kA (1 s); Peak: 52.5 kA / 62.5 kA

Mechanical and Electrical Endurance: Mechanical Class M1 (Breaker) / Class M0 (Earthing), Electrical Class E2

Earthing Circuit Ratings

Short-Time Withstand: 21 kA (3 s) / 25 kA (1 s)

Peak Dynamic Current: 52.5 kA / 62.5 kA

Control and Drive Mechanisms

Manual Operation: Hand lever with push-button trip

Remote Control: Electric motor drive with shunt trip coil

Standard Operating Duty Cycle: O – 3min – CO – 3min – CO

Mounting Dimensions and Enclosure Size

Height: 1690 mm (Bushing Connection Height: 653 mm)

Depth: 870 mm

Width (3-Panel Assembly): 1210 mm

Width (4-Panel Assembly): 1610 mm