Medium voltage switchgear

Withdrawable vacuum
circuit-breaker
1 to 17.5 kV
Catalogue

2005
Web enabled
Power & Control

MCset
MCset range Contents
1 to 17.5 kV

Presentation 2
MCset range 8
Presentation 8
Technical characteristics 10
Operating conditions 11
Protection of people 12
Motor protection and control 13
Choice of functional units 14

Cubicle description 16
AD type cubicles incomer and feeder 16
CL - GL type cubicles line-up bussectioning 17
TT type cubicles metering and busbar earthing 18
DI type cubicles switch-fuse feeder 19
Motorpact transition cubicle 20

Protection, monitoring and control 22

Thermal diagnosis 22
The protection system - Sepam range 23
Sepam 2000 - Sepam 100 24
Sepam series 20, series 40, series 80 26
Instrument transformers 28

Switchgear 32
Withdrawable parts 32
Evolis circuit-breaker 34
Vacuum type contactor 38
Withdrawable part extraction 40

Installation 41
Implementation examples 41
Connections 42

Appendices 44
Cubicle equipment 44
Current transformers (Selection guide) 45
A few references 46
Personal notes 47

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 Presentation 0 Field of application

MCset adapts to all electrical power

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distribution requirements from 1 to 17.5 kV

MCset is an indoor, metal switchgear unit intended for the MV section of
HV/MV substations and high power MV/MV substations.
b for all your applications:
v industrial process substations,
v infrastructure supply substations.

b MCset offers you:

v pre-engineered and adaptable solutions tailored to your specific
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requirements,
v significantly reduced maintenance,
v local support centres throughout the world.

b MCset gives you the advantages of:

v continuity of service for your networks,
v enhanced safety for your staff and operations,
v optimized investment throughout the life of your installation,
v the possibility of integrating your medium voltage switchboard
in a monitoring and control system.

An enhanced offer with vacuum type

switchgear
The MCset offer is further enhanced to include a vacuum type circuit-
breaker (Evolis range) and contactor.
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This switchgear offers you:

b high mechanical and electrical endurance;
b a comprehensive range of performance levels;
b optimal operating safety;
b environmental protection.

Evolis range circuit-breaker

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 Presentation Continuity of service and
complete safety

MCset is solidly based on extensive experience acquired throughout

the world and provides your networks with a high level of dependability
and safety.
MCset integrates a host of innovative solutions designed around proven
techniques: high performance switchgear, digital protection, monitoring and
control systems, enclosures capable of withstanding internal arcing.
From its very conception, MCset has taken account of three key user
requirements:

Reliability
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b type testing was carried out for each performance level in the MCset range;
b the design, manufacturing and testing of MCset was carried out
according to ISO 9001 : 2000 quality standard;
b three-dimensional computer modeling techniques were used to study
the electrical fields.

Simplicity
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b a user interface which is easily understood by everybody;

b interlocks and padlocks preventing operator errors;
b Sepam-type protection units enabling on-site information retrieval
without any additional devices;
b maintenance limited to simple, routine operating checks and cleaning
and greasing every 5 to 10 years;
b easy installation due to identical civil engineering dimensions for
all cubicles and installation being possible against a wall.

Safety
b operations are all performed from the front, including access to
connections and busbars;
b racking in and out is only possible with the door closed;
b the power-on indicator is situated on the front of the functional unit;
b the earthing switch has making capacity;
b one single "anti-reflex" handle is used for all MCset operations;
b internal arc withstand developed for all functional units.

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 Presentation MCset, a comprehensive solution

MCset provides the most efficient means to control and protect a wide
range of applications.
Due to the devices it comprises, MCset can be easily integrated into a
monitoring and control system.

Sepam protection and control units

Sepam series 20, series 40 and series 80 digital protection relays take full
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advantage of Merlin Gerin experience in electrical network protection.

Sepam series 20, series 40 and series 80 provides all the necessary
functions:
b effective protection of people and property;
b accurate measurements and detailed diagnosis;
b integral equipment control;
b local or remote indication and operation.
Easy evolution
Addition of communication, digital I/O’s, analog output, or temperature
acquisition are possible due to its modular design.

Power Meter and

Circuit Monitor metering units
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The PowerLogic Power Meter replaces a full complement

of basic analog meters. This cost effective, high performance meter
provides a full complement of accurate true-rms metering values.
The Powerlogic Series 3000/4000 Circuit Monitor is designed for critical
power users and large energy consumers, to provide the information
needed to confidently enter the evolving world of deregulation.
It can be adapted to meter almost any time-of-use or real-time rate.

Monitoring and control

MCset can be easily:
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b integrated into an existing monitoring and control system:

v communication of Sepam digital relay or Power Meter/ Circuit Monitor
metering device through a standard protocol (Modbus);
b integrated into a SMS PowerLogic electrical installation monitoring
system.

Thermal diagnosis system

Specially designed for Schneider Electric MV equipment, this system
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continuously monitors the temperature rise, using optical fibres and

sensors installed at the heart of the sensitive areas.
Thermal diagnosis system reduces the probability of failure and reduces
maintenance time.

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 Presentation MCset, a comprehensive solution
(cont’d)

MCset Transparent Ready™ option

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MCset switchoards integrate Web technologies so that you can

find out information about your electrical installation as easy as opening
a Web page.
All you need is a standard Web browser and a PC connected to your local
area network.
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TCP/IP over Ethernet

Simple choice
Hub A simple choice between TRe-1 and TRe-2 service levels allows you to
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easily order your Transparent Ready™ Motorpact switchboard.
A customized level is also available.
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Your Transparent Ready™ MCset switchoard comes equipped with a web
server including web pages dedicated to power equipment data.
Sepam

Sepam
Easy commissioning
Transparent Ready™ equipment is delivered ready to connect and
CM/PM
commission.
A Quick Start guide, packaged with your switchboard, provides three
MCset switchboard easy-to-follow steps.

Functionalities provided
TRe-1 TRe-2
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Instantaneous readings b b
Displays automatically updated meter values
Circuit summary b b
Displays the RMS current 3-phase average (A),
the real power (kW), the power factor, the circuit-breaker
status (if applicable), etc.
Load current summary b b
Displays the current RMS value for each phase (A),
for all circuits
Demand current summary b b
Displays the average demand current value for each phase (A),
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for all circuits

Power summary b b
Displays the present demand (kW), the peak demand (kW)
and the times and dates of the records
Energy summary b b
Displays the energy (kWh) the reactive energy (kvarh)
and the times and dates of the records
Instantaneous readings, all devices b
Displays automatically updated meter values for all
the communicating devices in the equipment
Basic historical data logging, energy and trending b
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Displays automatically updated meter values for all

the communicating devices in the equipment
Log displays b
Displays data as time curves, or tables

Export of data tables b

Allows data tables to be exported in a standard
Windows format.

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 Presentation MCset, a comprehensive solution
(cont’d)

Schneider Electric Services, by your side

throughout the life of your installation
Specifying
Modernizing
We help you to define your solutions: selection guide,
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Specifying technical assistance, advice…

Implementing
We oversee the completion and commissioning of your installation:
design, cost optimization, guaranteed performances and dependability,
commissioning tests, etc.

Operating
We help run your daily operations in real time: maintenance contract,
Operating Implementing
technical assistance, supply of replacement parts, corrective and
preventive maintenance, operation and maintenance training, etc.

Modernizing
We can bring the performance of your installation up to date:
installation audit, switchgear diagnosis, adaptation and modification,
end of life recycling, etc.

Examples of services provided

Warranty extension
A warranty extension is proposed if your installation is checked
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by ourselves before being commissioned.

Circuit-breaker-contactor diagnosis
Throughout the life of the equipment, it is possible to carry out routine
measurement of its characteristics in order to optimize maintenance.
This service may be part of a global installation maintenance contract.

End-of-life recycling
Schneider Electric Services has an operational subsidiary allowing you
to recycle your medium voltage switchgear.

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 Presentation Quality assurance - environment

Certified quality: ISO 9001

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A major asset
In each of its units, Schneider Electric integrates a functional organization
whose main role is to check quality and monitor compliance with standards.
This procedure is:
b uniform throughout all departments;
b recognized by many customers and approved organizations.
But above all, it is its strict application that has allowed us to obtain
the recognition of an independent organization:
The French Quality Assurance Association (AFAQ).
The quality system for the design and manufacture of MCset
is certified to be in conformity with the requirements
of ISO 9001 : 2000 quality assurance standards.

Strict and systematic checks

During manufacture, each MCset functional unit is subject to systematic
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routine testing with the aim of checking the quality and conformity
of the following features:
v measuring of opening and closing speeds;
v measuring of operating torque;
v dielectric test;
v testing of safety systems and interlocks;
v testing of low voltage components;
v conformity with drawings and diagrams.
The results obtained are recorded and approved by the quality control
department on each device’s test certificate.
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This therefore guarantees product traceability.

b Control of vacuum interrupters

Each vacuum interrupter, sealed and airtight, is checked for the quality of
the vacuum obtained. This pressure measurement is based on the proven
"magnetron discharge" method.
Using this sophisticated procedure, measurement is very precise and does
not require access to the inside of the bulb, thus not affecting the airtight seal.

Protected environment
In order to help you protect the environment and to relieve you of any
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concerns about storing or dismantling this equipment, Schneider Electric

Services offers to recover your equipment at the end of its life.
MCset has been designed with environmental protection in mind:
the materials used, insulators and conductors are identified,
easily separable and recyclable.
Production sites are certified to ISO 14000.

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MCset range Presentation 0

Busbars

Low voltage
control cabinet

Sepam

Circuit-breaker

Current
transformers

Cables connection

Voltage
transformers
compartment

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(cont.)

Make up of an MCset switchboard

MCset switchboards are made up of several interconnected functional units.
Power connections are made between functional units within a switchboard via
a single busbar.
The electrical continuity of all metal frames is provided by the connection of each
functional unit’s earthing busbar to the switchboard’s main earthing circuit.
Low voltage wiring trays are provided in the switchboard above the low voltage
control cabinets.
LV cables can enter the switchboard through the top or bottom of each functional unit.

Description of a functional unit

A functional unit comprises all equipment in the main and auxiliary circuits
which together provide a protection function. Each functional unit combines
all the components which are required to fulfil this function:
b the cubicle;
b the protection, monitoring and control system;
b the withdrawable part.

The cubicle
The cubicle is of LSC2B (Loss of Service Continuity Category) type as defined by
IEC standard 62271-200, in other words the medium voltage parts are
compartmented using metal partitions (PM class) which are connected to earth and
which separate:
b the busbars;
b the withdrawable part (circuit-breaker, fuse-contactor, disconnector truck or
earthing truck);
b MV connections, earthing switch, current sensors and voltage transformers as
required.
MCset guarantees a high level of protection of people; when a compartment
containing a main circuit is open, the other compartments and/or functional units may
remain energised.
The low voltage auxiliaries and monitoring unit are in a control cabinet separated
from the medium voltage section.
Four basic cubicle layouts are offered:
b incomer or feeder AD
b line up bussection CL - GL
b busbar metering and earthing TT
b switch-fuse feeder DI
AD and CL cubicles have withdrawable vacuum type circuit-breaker and contactor
switchgear.

The protection, monitoring and control system

This includes:
b Sepam, protection, monitoring and control unit;
b current sensors, which may be of 3 types:
v conventional current transformers,
v low voltage toroid type current transformers,
v CSP type broad-range current transformers.
b voltage transformers;
b zero sequence core balance current transformers (CSH type).

The withdrawable part

This includes:
b the circuit-breaker, contactor or the earthing truck with its closing and opening
mechanism, or the disconnector truck;
b the lever-type propulsion mechanism for racking in-out;
b interlocks to fix the withdrawable part on the fixed part either in service position
or disconnected.

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 MCset range Technical characteristics 0

The values below are given for normal operating conditions as defined in
IEC 62271-200 and 60694.
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Rated voltage (kV)

7.2 12 17.5
Rated insulation level
power frequency withstand voltage 50 Hz - 1 mn (kV rms) 20 28 38
lightning impulse withstand voltage 1.2/50 µs (kV peak) 60 75 95
Nominal current and maximum short time withstand current (1)
Functional unit with Evolis circuit-breaker
short time withstand Ith max. (kA/3 s) 25 25 25
current 31.5 31.5 31.5
40 40 40
(kA/1 s) 40 40 40
rated current In max. busbar (A) 2500 2500 2500
rated current In CB (A) 630 630 630
1250 1250 1250
2500 2500 2500
Functional unit with fuse-contactor
short time withstand Ith max. (kA) 50 (2)
current
rated current In max. (A) 250
Functional unit with switch-fuse (DI cubicle)
short time withstand Ith max. (kA) 50 (2) 50 (2) 31.5 (2)
current
rated current In max. y (A) 200 200 200
Internal arc withstand
(kA) 25 to 40

(1) For functional units equipped with circuit-breakers or fuse-contactors,

the breaking capacity is equal to the short time withstand current.
In all cases, the device peak making capacity is equal to 2.5 times the short time
withstand current.
(2) Limited by fuses.

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 MCset range Operating conditions 0

Operating conditions
Normal operating conditions, according to IEC 60694 for indoor switchgear
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b ambient air temperature:

v less than or equal to 40°C,
v less than or equal to 35°C on average over 24 hours,
v greater than or equal to -5°C.
b altitude:
v less than or equal to 1000 m,
v above 1000 m, a derating coefficient is applied (please consult us).
b atmosphere:
v no dust, smoke or corrosive or inflammable gas and vapor, or salt
(clean industrial air).
b humidity:
v average relative humidity over a 24 hour period y 95%,
v average relative humidity over a 1 month period y 90%,
v average vapor pressure over a 24 hour period y 2.2 kPa,
v average vapor pressure over a 1 month period y 1.8 kPa.
Specific operating conditions (please consult us)
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MCset has been developed to meet the following specific conditions:

b temperature (possible derating);
b corrosive atmospheres, vibrations, (possible adaptation).
Storage conditions
In order to retain all of the functional unit’s qualities when stored for prolonged
periods, we recommend that the equipment is stored in its original packaging,
in dry conditions sheltered from the sun and rain at a temperature of between
–25°C and +55°C.

Standards
The MCset range meets the following international standards:
IEC 60694: clauses common to high voltage switchgear
IEC 62271-200 (60298): metal-enclosed switchgear for alternating current at rated
voltages of between 1 and 52 kV
IEC 62271-100 (60056): high voltage alternating current circuit-breakers
IEC 60470: high voltage alternating current contactors
IEC 60265-1: high voltage alternating current switches
IEC 60282-2: high voltage fuses
IEC 62271-102 (60129): alternating current disconnectors and earthing switches
IEC 60255: measurement relay and protection unit (Sepam)
IEC 60044-1: current transformers
IEC 60044-2: voltage transformers.

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 MCset range Protection of people 0

MCset internal arc

Internal arc version: MCset is designed to withstand and protect operators
in the case of failure due to an internal arc.
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MCset has been successfully tested using type tests.

MCset switchboard with tunnel
MCset proposes several options to install an internal arc switchboard.
b 3-sided internal arc protection
For an MCset switchboard fitted against a wall, access to the rear of the cubicle
is impossible. Internal arc protection on 3 sides is sufficient.
b 4-sided internal arc protection
In the case of an MCset switchboard installed in the middle of a room, internal arc
protection on 4 sides is necessary in order to protect an operator who goes behind
the cubicle.
b Installation in a room with limited ceiling height
v ceiling height over 2.8 meters, it is possible to install a tunnel in order to avoid
hot gas to be reflected by the ceiling.
b Internal arcing detector
MCset has a system enabling the detection of internal arcing and disconnecting
of power supply in order to limit the duration of the fault to less than 140 ms.
This system incorporates an electro-mechanical fail-safe trip system, located on
the cubicle flaps. This unit transmits information to Sepam to give the circuit-breaker
upstream of the fault the opening order.

MCset
Basic version (gas exhaust): MCset is designed to eliminate the effects of internal
arcing in total safety, due to:
b metal flaps positioned above the enclosure, which in the case of internal fault,
limit overpressure in the compartments.
b nonflammable materials used for the cubicle.

Dependable mechanical control devices

All operations are carried out from the front face, including access to connections and
busbars.
The user is guided through icon-diagrams on each front panel making it easy
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to understand the operating sequence and device status.

Interlocks and padlocks prevent operator errors.
Several additional levels of security also protect operators:
b racking in and out is only possible with the door closed;
b the very extensive set of mechanical and electrical interlocks do not allow operator
error. These can be added to by key locks or padlocks according to specific operating
procedures. Each selector can be fitted with one to three padlocks;
b all operations are carried out from the front face, including access to connections
and busbars;
b the voltage present indicator is located on the front face of the functional unit,
in the immediate vicinity of the earthing switch control.

Options
b disarming of circuit-breaker when racking out. This function enables
the circuit-breaker control springs to be disarmed during the extraction
operation.
b disabling of racking in. This function disables the possibility of racking
the withdrawable part in if the busbar is energized.

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 MCset range Motor protection and control 0

Motorpact, an innovative range of motor starters,

with vacuum contactor
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Motorpact is a MV motor control centre which can be used as a lined up switcboard

with MCset, using a transition cubicle.
b Main characteristics:
v rated voltage up to 7.2 kV
v rated busbar current: up to 2500 A
v rated short time withstand current: 40 kA 3s
v internal arc withstand: 25 kA 1 s
40 kA 0,5 s
50 kA 0,25 s
v rated operational currrent: 400 A
v maximum fuse rating: 2 x 250 A.
Note: for details see Motorpact catalogue n° AMTED302059EN

Motorpact motor starters provide a wide range of applications including reduced

voltage starting:
b FVNR : direct on line motor starter,
b RVAT : reduced voltage autotransformer motor starter,
b RVSS : dreduced voltage SoftStart motor starter.

b They are suitable for all MV motor applications in markets such as: oil & gas,
mining, water, pulp and paper, for starting:
b pumps,
b fans,
b compressors,
b crushers,
b conveyors, etc.
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MCset lined up with Motorpact

Compactness
b Compact dimensions thanks to a 375 mm width.
b Softarter and Autotransfo built into the switchboard.

Safety
b Full cubicle protection for internal arc withstand (AFLR 4 sides).
b Electrical and mechanical interlocking, closed door operation.
b Visible insulation by means of portholes

Reliability
b Fewer components and fasteners.

Less maintenance
b Corrosive atmosphere withstand.
b Maintenance free disconnector (capacity: 5000 operations).
b Front access to compartments.

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MCset range Choice of functional units 0

The MCset range comprises 13 functional applications.

The table below can be used to link requirements to functional units and gives basic
information on the general composition of each unit.
Selection guide:
You want to supply power to a transformer.
The chosen solution is a transformer feeder/breaker.
The corresponding functional unit will therefore be a TF-B,
comprising a AD cubicle equipped with a withdrawable circuit-breaker,
and transformser application Sepam.

Function Incomer (1) Feeder

line transformer generator line transformer transformer

Functional unit LI-B TI-B GI-B LF-B TF-B TF-S

cubicle AD (1 to 3) AD (1 to 3) AD (1 to 3) AD (1 to 3) AD (1 to 3) DI 2

device circuit-breaker circuit-breaker circuit-breaker circuit-breaker circuit-breaker fuse-switch

Sepam
protection relay
application substation transformer generator substation transformer
Single line diagrams
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Sepam

(1) The direct incomer (functional unit without a circuit-breaker, equipped with a fixed
busbar bridge) is produced using cubicles AD1-2-3.

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MCset range Choice of functional units
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Feeder Bussectioning Metering Motorpact

and busbar transition
earthing
motor motor capacitor capacitor switchboard substation
MF-B MF-C CB-B CB-C BS-B SS-B BB-V

AD (1 to 3) AD1 AD (1 to 3) AD1 CL (1 to 3) and AD (1 to 3) TT (1-2)

GL (1 to 3)
circuit-breaker fuse-contactor circuit-breaker fuse-contactor circuit-breaker circuit-breaker

motor motor capacitor capacitor busbar substation

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 Cubicle description AD type cubicles
incomer and feeder 0

AD1, AD2, AD3

1
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2
H H

5
4

6
3

L L P
AD1 AD2

MV compartments
1 busbars for cubicle interconnection
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2 withdrawable part
3 MV connections by cables accessible from the front face
4 earthing switch
5 current sensors
6 voltage transformers (optionally equipped with withdrawable fuses).
H
LV control cabinet
7 low voltage auxiliaries and the protection, monitoring and control unit
are in a control cabinet which is separated from the medium voltage part.

L
AD3

Characteristics
AD AD1 AD AD
1 contactor 2 3
rated voltage kV 7.2 12 7.2 7.2 12 17.5 7.2 12 17.5
rated insulation level kV rms 50 Hz - 1 mn 20 28 20 20 28 38 20 28 38
kV impulse 1.2/50 µs 60 75 60 60 75 95 60 75 95
rated current A 250 b
630 b b b b b b b b b
1250 b b b b b b b b b
2500 b b b b b b b b b
breaking capacity kA 25 25 50 (3) 31.5 31.5 25 31.5 25 31.5 40 25 31.5 40 25 31.5 40
short time withstand current (kA rms 1 s) 25 25 50 (3) 31.5 31.5 25 31.5 25 31.5 40 25 31.5 40 25 31.5 40
short time withstand current (kA rms 3 s) 25 25 50 (3) 31.5 31.5 25 31.5 25 31.5 40 25 31.5 40 25 31.5 40
weight and dimensions H (mm) 2300 2300 2300
W (mm) 570 700 900
D (mm) (1) 1550 1550 1550
approximate 850 1000 1300
weight (kg) (2)
(1) Overall + 175 mm for 4-sided internal arcing protected switchboards, or 2 sets of CT’s.
(2) Fully equipped cubicle.
(3) Limited by fuses.

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 Cubicle description CL - GL type cubicles
line-up bussectioning 0

The bussectioning functional unit comprises 2 cubicles

mounted side by side (one cubicle equipped with
a circuit-breaker, the other with a busbar return). CL1, CL2, CL3 GL1, GL2, GL3

1 1
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6
5
3

2
H

L L P P

CL1-2-3 or GL1-2-3

MV compartments
1 busbars to connect the bussectioning functional unit with other switchboard
functional units
2 withdrawable part
3 current sensors
4 voltage transformers (optionally equipped with withdrawable fuses).
LV control cabinet
5 low voltage auxiliaries and protection, monitoring and control unit
are in one control cabinet, separated from the medium voltage part.

Characteristics
CL1 - GL1 CL2 - GL2 CL3 - GL3

rated voltage kV 7.2 12 7.2 12 17.5 7.2 12 17.5

rated insulation level kV rms 50 Hz - 1 mn 20 28 20 28 38 20 28 38
kV impulse 1.2/50 µs 60 75 60 75 95 60 75 95
rated current A
630 b b b b b b b b b
1250 b b b b b b b b b
2500 b b b b b b b b b
breaking capacity kA 25 25 31.5 31.5 25 31.5 25 31.5 40 25 31.5 40 25 31.5 40
short time withstand current (kA rms 1 s) 25 25 31.5 31.5 25 31.5 25 31.5 40 25 31.5 40 25 31.5 40
short time withstand current (kA rms 3 s) 25 25 31.5 31.5 25 31.5 25 31.5 40 25 31.5 40 25 31.5 40
weight and dimensions H (mm) 2300 2300 2300
W (mm) 570 (x 2) 700 (x 2) 900 (x 2)
D (mm) (1) 1550 1550 1550
approximate 1300 1500 1700
weight (kg) (2) (CL1 + GL1) (CL2 + GL2) (CL3 + GL3)
(1) Overall + 175 mm for 4-sided internal arcing protected switchboards, or 2 sets of CT’s.
(2) Fully equipped cubicle.

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 Cubicle description TT type cubicles
metering and
busbar earthing 0

TT1, TT2

1
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4

H H

L L P
TT1 TT2
MV compartments
1 busbars to connect the TT functional unit with other switchboard cubicles
2 earthing switch
3 voltage transformers (optionally equipped with withdrawable fuses).
LV control cabinet
4 low voltage auxiliaries and the protection, monitoring and control unit
are in a control cabinet which is separate from the medium voltage part.

Characteristics
TT1 TT2
rated voltage kV 7.2 12 7.2 12 17.5
rated insulation level kV rms 50 Hz - 1 mn 20 28 20 28 38
kV impulse 1.2/50 µs 60 75 60 75 95
rated current A 630 b b b b b b
1250 b b b b b b
2500 b b b b b b
short time withstand current (kA rms 1 s) 31.5 50 50 31.5 40
short time withstand current (kA rms 3 s) 31.5 50 40 31.5 40
weight and dimensions H (mm) 2300 2300
W (mm) 570 700
D (mm) (1) 1550 1550
approximate 500 550
weight (kg) (2)
(1) Overall + 175 mm for 4-sided internal arcing protected switchboards.
(2) Fully equipped cubicle.

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 Cubicle description DI type cubicles
switch-fuse feeder 0

DI2

4
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1

H 2

L P

DI2
MV compartments
1 busbars to connect the DI functional unit with other switchboard cubicles
2 switch-earthing switch
3 MV fuses.
LV control cabinet
4 low voltage auxiliaries and the protection, monitoring and control unit
are in a control cabinet which is separate from the medium voltage part

DI cubicles including a fuse switch are used to supply Characteristics

power and protect low power transformers. DI2
E.g.: auxiliary service transformers in primary
rated voltage kV 7.2 12 17.5
substations.
rated insulation level kV rms 50 Hz - 1 mn 20 28 38
All operations are carried out from the front face,
kV impulse 1.2/50 µs 60 75 95
including access to connections and busbars.
rated current A 200 b b b
All functional interlocks meet recommendations
short time withstand current (kA rms) (3) 50 50 31.5
in IEC 60298:
b the switch is only possible to close if the earthing weight and dimensions H (mm) 2300
switch is open and the connection access panel W (mm) 700
is in place. D (mm) (1) 1550
b closing of the earthing switch is only possible approximate 750
weight (kg) (2)
if the switch is open.
b opening of the access panel to medium voltage (1) Overall + 175 mm for 4-sided internal arcing protected switchboards.
connections and fuses is only possible of the earthing (2) Fully equipped cubicle.
(3) Limited by fuses.
switches upstream and downstream of the fuses
are closed.
b the switch is locked in the open position when
the access panel is taken off.
The voltage presence indicator is situated on the front
face of the functional unit, integrated in the switch’s
control panel.
Switch
The three rotating contacts are placed in an enclosure filled with gas to a relative
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pressure of 0.04 MPa (0.4 bar).

The system offers maximum operating reliability:
b gas tightness
The SF6 filled enclosure is of the "sealed pressure system type".
Sealing tightness is always checked in the factory.
b safety
v the switch may be in one of three positions: "closed", "open", or "earthed",
giving a natural interlocking system that prevents operator error.
Moving contact rotation is driven by a fast acting mechanism that is independent
of the operator.
v the device combines the breaking and disconnecting functions,
v the SF6-enclosed earthing switch has a short circuit making capacity
in compliance with standards.

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DE60176 Cubicle description Motorpact transition cubicle 0

DE60174
H

L P

Composition
b Basic equipment:
v 1 enclosure (standard IP3X),
v 1 set of busbars in separate compartment,
v 1 removable front panel.

b Options
v internal arc withstand,
v IP4X or IPX1 enclosure,
v encapsulated busbars.

Characteristics
Motorpact transition cubicle
maximum rated voltage 7.2 kV
impulse withstand voltage (1.2/50 µs, peak value) 60 kV
power frequency withstand voltage (1 mn) 20 kV
busbars rating 630 A
1250 A
2500 A
3150 A
dimensions H 2300 mm
L 375 mm
P 1550 mm
approximate weight 1250 A 240 kg
2500 A 275 kg
3150 A 310 kg

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 Protection, monitoring 0 Thermal diagnosis
and control

Continuity of service is of prime importance

for electrical power supplies, particularly.

MT20119
for heavy industries.
By using the new thermal diagnosis system
developed for MCset, we offer you
the possibility of monitoring on an on-going
basis, thus reducing the probability of failure
and reducing maintenance time.

Thermal diagnosis: Schneider Electric’s medium voltage

know-how
PE55160

This innovative system has been specifically designed for the MCset range.
It incorporates fibre optic temperature measurement systems within an environment
subject to high dielectric stresses.
Schneider Electric’s expertise provides you with the assurance of perfect
electromagnetic compatibility between the various cubicle components.

The advantages of thermal diagnosis

b permanent monitoring of temperature rise in power circuits (busbars, cable
connectors, switchgear);
b indication of the fault zone;
b 2 trip thresholds are available, using a dry contact.

Components
The thermal diagnosis system comprises the following components:
b 1 or 2 modules mounted in the low voltage control cabinet;
b 3 -point temperature probes (spread over the 3 phases) can be installed
in various monitored zones:
v 3 sensors in the busbar compartment,
v 3 sensors in the cable connector compartment,
v 3 sensors in the switchgear compartment;
b fibre optic links to transmit the signal.

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 Protection, monitoring The protection system
0

and control Sepam range

Each MCset functional unit is equipped

with a comprehensive protection,

MT20094
monitoring and control system comprising:
b instrument transformers to measure the protection relays
metering equipment
necessary electrical values (phase current,
residual current, voltages, etc.)
b protection relays, providing functions switchgear (circuit-breaker or
contactor)
adapted to the part of the network
to be protected
b metering equipment, to inform operators
b low voltage relaying, i.e. to provide control
of the breaking device (contactor or circuit-
breaker) and of the withdrawable part
b various auxiliaries: secondary circuit test
units, etc. instrument transformers

Sepam: protection, monitoring and control units

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

Like the MCset range, the Sepam range is a range of units defined to provide an
optimal solution for each application, and includes:
b Sepam S, substation incomer and feeder;
b Sepam B, bussectioning;
b Sepam T, transformer feeder;
b Sepam M, motor feeder;
b Sepam G, generator feeder;
b Sepam C, capacitor feeder.

The Sepam range hinges around 2 functional and hardware bases:

Sepam series 20, 40 and series 80,a range of modular reays to meet your exact
needs,
v Sepam 2000, focused on performance, covers all MCset functional applications.

Sepam advantages
Reliability
b Over 20 years of experience in multi-function digital protection relays.
b Over 150 000 Sepam units in service in more than 90 countries.
Quality
b Quality design based on dependability studies and strict definition of
environmental constraints: temperature, pollution, EMC, dielectric strength…
b Quality manufacturing based on procurement agreements with suppliers and
inspection throughout all manufacturing phases.
Simplicity of use
b Ergonomic and intuitive user machine interface (UMI).
b User friendly and powerful PC setting software.

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 Protection, monitoring Sepam 2000
0

and control Sepam 100

Sepam 2000, for all applications

The Sepam 2000 range of digital protection, monitoring and control units
provides a comprehensive solution for all applications: substation, busbar,
MT20097

transformer and motor, as well as generators and capacitors.

Different types of Sepam 2000 dédiés à la protection are proposed for each type of
equipment to be protected.
For example, there are 30 different types of Sepam 2000 dedicated to protection,
monitoring and control of transformers.
Each Sepam 2000 is an optimized solution, designed to provide an exact response
to the actual requirements of a functional application, including all the required
functions, ready to use.

Sepam 2000 Focused on performance, Sepam 2000 includes the following functions:
b metering functions: measurement of current and voltage, measurement of power
and active and reactive energy, etc.
b protection functions: directional phase and earthing protection, differential
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transformer or machine protection, etc.

b monitoring and control functions: in its function as a programmable logical
controller, Sepam 2000 is pre-programmed to carry out standard monitoring
and control functions, and can be reprogrammed to handle any specific automatic
control function.

To choose the type of Sepam 2000 best suited to your application,

the "Sepam range" catalogue includes selection charts for the whole Sepam 2000
range, (document AC0401).
A "Sepam 2000 Selection Guide" software package is also available for computer-
aided selection of Sepam 2000 for a given application.
PE60116

PE60117

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Sepam 100 units

Sepam 100 units round off the Sepam range and can be installed either separately
or combined with either Sepam series 20, 40 and series 80 or Sepam 2000.

Sepam 100 has several variants:

Sepam 100 MI, local breaking device control and signalling modules (many different
line diagram types are available);
Sepam 100MI Sepam 100LD Sepam 100LA b Sepam 100 LD, high impedance differential protection;
b Sepam 100 LA, Self-powering protection (back-up protection without auxiliary
power supply).

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Protection, monitoring Sepam 2000
0

and control selection table

Fonctions Sepam 2000

Applications Substation busbar Transformer Motor Generator Capacitor

Measurements
currents I1/I2/I3/I0 b b b b b b
IM1/IM2/IM3
Itrip 1/2/3/0
voltages and frequencies U21/U32/U13 b b b b b b
V1,V2,V3
V0
Vd
f
powers and energies P/Q, PM/QM, cosM b b b b b b
Ea/Er
temperatures b b b
Protections ANSI codes
phase 50/51 b b b b b b
earth 50N/51N b b b b b b
imbalance 46 b b
directional 67/67N b b 67N b
differential 87T/87M/87B 87T 87M 87M
restricted earthing differential 64REF b b
overload 49/49T/38 b b b 49
motor 37/48/51LR/66 b
voltage 59/27 b b b b 27/59
59N
frequency 81H/81L b b b
uncoupling (df/dt) 81R b b
specific 32P 25 50N/51 32P and 32P, 32Q/40 cap. bank
79 27D (neutral point) 32Q/40 25 imbalance
27R 50/51 27D/47 50V/51V
(tank earth)
27R
Network diagnosis
disturbance recording 2 recording of 86 periods
Switchgear diagnosis
operation time
trip currents, sum of breaking currents A2 b b b b b b
trip circuit monitoring b b b b b b
watchdog 1output/4 contacts: 2 x (1NO + 1NC)
Communication
protocol Modbus
interface RS485, 2 or 4 wire
Monitoring and control
inputs/outputs basic 10I/6O in/out
maximum 26I/14O in/out
breaking device control b b b b b b
logical selectivity b b b b b b
customizing parameter setting b b b b b b
programming b b b b b b

b available functions

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 Protection, monitoring Sepam series 20, series 40
0

and control and series 80

The Sepam range of protection relays is Sepam protection relay

designed for the operation of machines A range of solutions adapted to your application
and electrical distribution networks of b substation protection (incomers, feeders, busbars);
industrial installations and utility substations b transformer protection;
b motor and generator protection.
at all levels of voltage.
It includes 3 families : A comprehensive solution, integrating all of the necessary functions
b Sepam series 20, for your application
for usual applications; b effective protection of people and property;
b Sepam series 40, b accurate measurements and detailed diagnosis;
b integral equipment control;
for demanding applications; b local or remote indication and operation.
b Sepam series 80,
for custom applications to cover all needs, Flexibility and upgrading capability
from the simplest to the most complete. To adapt to as many situations as possible, and allow for future installation
upgrading, optional modules may be added to Sepam at any time for new functions.
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PE40013

1
3 4

2
5

Sepam series 20, series 40 and series 80 7

6

Sepam series 80 modular architecture

1- Base unit, with integrated 4- 2 independent Modbus 6- 1 low level analog output,
or remote advanced User communication ports 0-10 mA, 4-20 mA or,
Machine Interface. b direct connection to 2-wire 0-20 mA.
2- Parameter and RS 485, 4-wire RS 485 and 7- software tools:
protection, settings saved fiber optic networks, b Sepam parameter and
on removable memory b connection to Ethernet TCP/IP protection setting and
cartridge. network via PowerLogic System control logic customization;
Webserver (Transparent Ready). b local or remote
3- 42 logics inputs and 23
output relays with 3 optional 5- Processing of data from installation operation;
modules providing 14 16 temperature sensors. b retrieval and display of
inputs and 6 outputs. disturbance recording data.

Simplicity
Easy installation
b The same, easy-to-install remote modules for all Sepam units.
Commissioning assistance
b Predefined functions implemented by simple parameter setting;
b user-friendly, powerful PC setting software tool.
Intuitive use
b Clear graphic LCD display of all data required for local operation and installation
diagnosis;
b working language may be customized to be understood by all users.

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Protection, monitoring Sepam series 20, series 40
0

and control and series 80

Selection table

Sepam Protections Applications

Basic Specific Sub- Transfo. Motor Generator Busbar
station
Sepam series 20
b 10 logic inputs Current S20 T20 M20
b 8 relay outputs protection
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b 8 temperature probe
inputs
b 1 Modbus
communication port

Voltage B21
and
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frequency
protection

Loss of mains B22

(ROCOF)

Sepam series 40
b 10 logic inputs Current S40 T40 G40
b 8 relay outputs voltage and
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b 16 temperature probe frequency

inputs protection
b 1 Modbus Directional S41 M41
communication port earth fault
b Logic equations editor

Directional S42 T42

earth fault
and phase
overcurrent

Sepam series 80
b 42 logic inputs Current S80
b 23 relay outputs voltage and
DE50115

b 16 temperature probe frequency

inputs protection
b 2 Modbus Directional S81 T81 M81
communication port earth fault
b Logic equations editor

Directional S82 T82 G82

earth fault
DE50116

and phase
overcurrent
Transformer T87 M88 G88
or machine-
transformer
differential
Machine M87 G87
differential

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 Protection, monitoring Instrument transformers
and control

Conventional current transformers

Conventional current transformers are used to provide power to metering, measuring
or control devices. They measure the value of primary current from 10 A to 2500 A.
Schneider Electric has drawn up a list of current transformers which are appropriate
for use with digital protection devices in order to make it easier to determine accuracy
characteristics. This list is available in the selection guide on page 45.

For contactor cubicle AD1

E28676

Transformer ARJP1/N2J
b single primary current, double secondary current for measurement or protection
b frequency 50-60 Hz
I1n (A) 10 20 30 50 75 100 150 200 250
Ith (kA) 1.2 2.4 3.6 6 10 10 10 10 10
t (s) 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
measuring* cl.0.5 15 VA
protection* 5P20 2.5 VA
ARJP1, 2 or 3
For cubicles AD1-CL1-GL1-AD2-CL2-GL2
Transformer ARJP2/N2J
b double primary current, double secondary current for measurement or protection
b frequency 50-60 Hz
I1n (A) 50-100 75-150 100-200 150-300 200-400 250-500 600 750
Ith (kA) 40 40 31.5-40 40 40 40 50 50
t (s) 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
measuring* cl.0.5 5-10VA 10-20 VA 7.5-15VA 10-20 VA 20VA 20VA
protection* 5P20 2.5-5VA 2.5-5VA 2.5-5VA 2.5-5VA 5-10VA 5-10VA 7.5VA 7.5VA

For cubicles AD1-CL1-GL1-AD2-CL2-GL2

Transformer ARJP3/N2J
b single primary current, double secondary current for measurement or protection
b frequency 50-60 Hz
I1n (A) 1000 1250
Ith (kA) 50 50
t (s) 1 1
measuring* cl.0.5 30 VA 30 VA
protection* 5P20 10 VA 10 VA

For cubicles AD3-CL3-GL3

E74399

Transformer ARJA1/N2J
b single primary current, double secondary current for measurement or protection
b frequency 50-60 Hz
I1n (A) 1500 2000 2500
Ith (kA) 50 50 50
t (s) 1 1 1
measuring* cl.0.5 30 VA 30 VA 30 VA
protection* 5P20 15 VA 15 VA 15 VA
ARJA1

* The secondary current for measuring and protection can be of 1 A or 5 A.

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 Protection, monitoring Instrument transformers
and control (cont.)

Low voltage toroid type current transformers

E72965

For cubicles AD1-AD2 with one single-pole cable

Transformer ARC2
b single primary current, single secondary current for protection
b frequency 50-60 Hz
I1n (A) 75 100 150 200 250 300 400
Ith (kA) 50 50 50 50 50 50 50
t (s) 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
protection 5P20 2.5 VA 2.5 VA 5 VA 5 VA 5 VA 5 VA 5 VA

b single primary current, double secondary current for measurement or protection

b frequency 50-60 Hz
I1n (A) 200 250 300 400 600
Ith (kA) 50 50 50 50 50
t (s) 1
measuring 5 VA cl.1 10 VA cl.0.5 10 VA cl.0.5 15 VA cl.0.5 15 VA cl.0.5
protection 5P20 2.5 VA 5 VA 5 VA 5 VA 5 VA

For cubicles AD1-AD2 with two single-pole cables

Transformer ARC3
b single primary current, double secondary current for measurement or protection
b frequency 50-60 Hz
I1n (A) 750 1000 1250
Ith (kA) 50 50 50
t (s) 1
measuring cl.0.5 20 VA 30 VA 30 VA
protection 5P20 7.5 VA 10 VA 10 VA

CSP type broad-range current transformers

CSP type current sensors, designed for the Sepam 2000, work on the Rogowski
coil principle.
E34400

CSP sensors use a winding around an insulating core with no magnetic circuit, which
prevents saturated and residual flux.
Therefore, they are completely linear, and deliver an accurate secondary signal,
a perfect image of the primary current, without distortion for both steady and transient
states in the primary circuits. These sensors have much wider primary current ranges
than current transformers do.
The combining of CSP sensors and Sepam 2000 gives a consistent protection
and measurement system. This in turn makes current sensor specification simpler
(choosing from 3 sensors for a rated insulation level of 17.5 kV).
CSP sensor

Sensors Rated current

CSP 3110 30 to 300 A
CSP 3210 160 to 640 A
CSP 3310 160 to 1600 A
CSP 3410 500 to 2500 A
For Sepam 2000, the primary current is chosen to be lower than the indicated range.

Cubicle type I rated Isc (kA) 1 s Type

AD1 - AD2 30 - 300 40 CSP 3110
AD1 - AD2 160 - 1250 50 CSP 3310
CL1 - CL3 CSP 3210
AD3 - CL3 500 - 2500 50 CSP 3410
CSP cannot be used with differential protection devices.
They should be preferred in all other cases in which measurement and protection uses Sepam.

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 Protection, monitoring 0 Instrument transformers
and control (cont.)

Voltage transformers
These supply power to:
b measuring, metering and monitoring devices;
b relays or protective devices;
b auxiliary LV sources for various types of switchgear; all these devices are protected
and insulated from the MV section.
They are installed at the bottom of the functional unit. In the withdrawable fuse version,
the voltage transformers are attached to a side wall. The energized part is entirely
encapsulated in an epoxy resin, which provides both electrical insulation and
excellent mechanical strength.
They include the following models:
b with one insulated MV terminal, for connection between neutral and phase
conductors in three-phase systems with withdrawable MV fuses;
b with two insulated MV terminals, for connection between phase conductors.

For cubicles AD1-CL1-GL1-TT1-AD2-CL2-GL2-AD3-CL3-GL3

Transformer VRQ3n/S2
b phase-earth
E28679

b frequency 50-60 Hz
primary voltage 3/3 3.3/3 5.5/3 6/3 6.6/3 10/3 11/3 13.8/3 15/3
(kV)
1st secondary 100/3 110/3 110/3 100/3 110/3 100/3 110/3 110/3 100/3
voltage (V)
2nd secondary 100/3 110/3 110/3 100/3 110/3 100/3 110/3 110/3 100/3
voltage (V)
VRQ3 1st secondary 30-50 VA cl.0.5
accuracy class
(VA)
2nd secondary 50 VA cl.0.5
accuracy class
(VA)

For cubicles AD2-CL2-GL2-TT2-AD3-CL3-GL3

Transformer VRC1/S1F
b phase-phase
E28680

b frequency 50-60 Hz
primary voltage (kV) 3.3 5.5 6.6 11 13.8 15
secondary voltage (V) 110 110 110 110 110 100
accuracy class (VA) 75 VA cl.0.5

VRC1/S1F

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 Protection, monitoring 0 Instrument transformers
and control (cont.)

For cubicle AD1 contactor

This transformer provides power to the coil in order to keep the magnetic circuit
of the contactor closed.
Transformer VRCR/S1
MT20104

b phase-phase
b frequency 50-60 Hz
primary voltage (kV) 3.3 5.5 6.6
secondary voltage (V) 110 110 110
accuracy class (VA) 50 VA cl.0.5

VRCR

Zero sequence core balance current

E28678

transformers (CSH type)

CSH 120 and CSH 200 core balance CT’s, provide more sensitive protection
by direct measurement of earth fault currents.
Specifically designed for the Sepam range, they can be directly connected to
the Sepam "residual current" input.
They are only different in terms of their diameter:
b CSH 120 - 120 mm internal diameter;
b CSH 200 - 200 mm internal diameter.
CSH toroid CT

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Switchgear Withdrawable parts 0

Withdrawable
part

Extraction
table

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 Switchgear 0 Withdrawable parts
(cont.)

hese include:
b the circuit-breaker or contactor, the disconnector truck or the earthing truck;
b the lever-type propulsion mechanism for racking in-out;
b interlocks to fix the withdrawable parts onto the fixed part.
The live parts are housed in an insulating enclosure in the sealed pressure system
in compliance with IEC 6271-100.
The devices used to equip the MCset range of functional units have outstanding
features:
b long service life;
b maintenance-free live parts;
b high electrical endurance;
b operating safety;
b insensitivity to the environment.

Withdrawable parts
Circuit-breaker
A circuit-breaker is a safety device enabling switching and protection of electrical
distribution networks. Installed in the MCset cubicle, it protects all components
MT20101

situated downstream during a short-circuit.

Earthing truck
The earthing truck is a safety feature which allows the cubicle busbar to be earthed.
It is installed instead of the circuit-breaker and has the same interlock possibilities.
MT20102

Disconnector truck
The disconnector truck enables the upper and lower part of the cubicle to be short-
circuited. It is installed instead of the circuit-breaker and has the same interlock
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possibilities.

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0

Evolis circuit-breaker

Presentation
The Evolis circuit-breaker equips cubicles AD1-2-3 and CL1-2-3
at ratings of 7.2 kV to 17.5 kV.
MT20105

High electrical endurance

A magnetic field is applied in the axis of the vacuum interrupter contacts.
This process maintains the arc in diffused mode even at high current values.
It ensures optimal dispersion of the energy over the contact surface and avoids
localised temperature rise.

The advantages of this technique are:

b a very compact vacuum interrupter;
b low energy dissipation of the arc in the vacuum interrupters.
Evolis is in conformity with the highest electrical endurance class
(IEC 60056: class E2).
MT20106

High mechanical endurance

The magnetic field is generated by a patented outside coil which surrounds
the contact area. This solution has many advantages:
b a simplified and therefore reliable vacuum interrupter unit;
b heavy duty contacts which do not distort under repeated switching operations.

This is the first time that a low voltage device control mechanism has been used on
a medium voltage circuit-breaker. The Masterpact control unit used on Evolis has
the advantages of a system which has been proven for over 10 years in hundreds of
thousands of installations.
Evolis is in conformity with the most demanding mechanical endurance class
(IEC 60056: class M2).

Characterisitics of Evolis circuit-breakers in MCset cubicles

The electrical characteristics are given on the circuit-breaker designation
(rating plate).
xx Px xxxx
Rated current: 630 (630 A)
1250 (1250 A)
2500 (2500 A)

Breaking capacity: 1 (P1 = 25 kA)

2 (P2 = 31.5 kA)
3 (P3 = 40 kA)

Rated voltage: 7 (7.2 kV)

12 (12 kV)
17 (17.5 kV)
E.g. (in grey in the table): 7 P1 630 (7.2 kV; 25 kA; 630 A)

Evolis/ Evolis/ Evolis/

MCset 1 MCset 2 MCset 3
rated voltage kV 7.2 12 7.2 12 17.5 7.2 12 17.5
insulation level kV rms 50 Hz - 1 mn 20 28 20 28 38 20 28 38
kV impulse 1.2/50 µs 60 75 60 75 95 60 75 95
rated current A
630 b b b b b b b b
1250 b b b b b b b b
2500 b b b b b b b b b
breaking capacity kA 25 25 31.5 31.5 25 31.5 25 31.5 40 25 31.5 40 25 31.5 40
short time withstand current kA rms 1 s 25 25 31.5 31.5 25 31.5 25 31.5 40 25 31.5 40 25 31.5 40
short time withstand current kA rms 3 s 25 25 31,5 31.5 25 31.5 25 31.5 40 25 31.5 40 25 31.5 40
capacitor breaking capacity A 400 400 400
rated operating sequence O - 0.3 s - FO - 15 s - FO

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Evolis circuit-breaker (cont.)

Operating mechanism description

Evolis range circuit-breakers are actuated by an Masterpact operating mechanism,
that ensures a switching device closing and opening rate that is independent
MT20109

of the operator.
This operating mechanism, which is always motorised, can perform remote control
functions and enables fast reclosing cycles.
This Masterpact operating mechanism includes:
mechanical devices:
b an energy storage mechanism stores the energy required in the springs,
to close and then to open the device;
b a manual lever-controlled arming device;
b an electric motor-controlled (MCH) arming device which automatically rearms
the control unit as soon as the device is closed;.
Re-arming time less than 4 s;
b a mechanical opening and closing device using two push buttons situated
on the front circuit-breaker panel which are accessible with the cubicle door open
(circuit-breaker in the test position).
For the door closed control unit (circuit-breaker racked in): the circuit-breaker
can be opened by controlling the propulsor unit.
release units:
b an electrical closing device (XF), comprising a closing release for remote control
with an anti-pumping device;
b an electrical opening device comprising one or several opening releases.
The basic circuit-breaker equipment comprises a shunt trip unit (MX).
This can be supplemented with the following options:
v either a second shunt release unit (MX),
v or an undervoltage release unit (MN),
v or an undervoltage release unit with time delay (MN + delay unit).
b a switching operation counter (CDM);
b an indication contact for when the circuit-breaker is "Ready to close" (PF) - option;
b an indication contact for when the circuit-breaker is "Ready to Function" (PAF) - option;
b a position indicator for "open" "closed" through a mechanical "black-white" indicator;
b a multipin connector to disconnect the auxiliary circuits in the "racked-out" position.
auxiliary contacts:
b 4 changeover contacts are available;
b 1 or 2 blocks of 4 changeover contacts can be added as an option.

Antipumping function
In the case of latched opening and closing orders, the device is blocked
in the open position.
This function involves on one hand giving absolute priority to the opening order,
but also and above all to stopping closing, in order to avoid the device being locked
in an indefinite opening/closing cycle:
b the opening and closing coils can be supplied power on a permanent basis
in order to provide electrical interlocking: there is no internal self-breaking contact
in the device.
b interlocking between the opening and closing orders, for whatever reason,
is achieved in a standard manner within the device’s control mechanism.

General diagram
MT20108

opening closing ready

order order to close closed

MCH
PF OF OF OF

MX XF
CH

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Evolis circuit-breaker (cont.)

Charging motor and associated mechanism (MCH)

The MCH unit arms and rearms the energy storage springs as soon as the circuit-
breaker is closed. This enables instant reclosing of the device after opening.
MT55165

The arming lever is only used as back up control in the absence of an auxiliary
voltage.
The MCH is equipped as standard with a CH limit switch.
This contact indicates the "armed" position of the mechanism (spring armed).

Characteristics
supply V AC 50/60 Hz 48/60 100/130 200/240
V DC 24/30 48/60 100/125 200/250
threshold 0.85 to 1.1 Un
consumption (VA or W) 180
motor overcurrent 2 to 3 In during 0.1 s
arming time 4 s max.
switching rate 3 cycles per minute max.
mechanical endurance 10000 remote controlled opening operations
for 25 and 31.5 kA circuit-breaker
5000 remote controlled opening operations
for 40 kA circuit-breaker
CH contact 10 A to 240 V

Opening release on energising (MX)

This causes the instantaneous opening of the circuit-breaker as soon as
it is energised. Permanent power supply to the MX locks the circuit-breaker
MT55164

in the "open" position.The possibility of installing a second release as an option.

This causes the instantaneous opening of the circuit-breaker as soon as the power
is supplied, and can be supplied power on a permanent basis or on an impulse basis.

Closing release on energising (XF)

This causes the circuit-breaker to close when the control unit is armed.

Characteristics of MX - XF release units

power supply V AC 50/60 Hz 24/30 48/60 100/130 200/250
V DC 24/30 48/60 100/130 200/250
operating threshold (MX) 0.7 to 1.1 Un
operating threshold (XF) 0.85 to 1.1 Un
consumption (VA or W) pick-up: 200
latched: 4.5
response time 50 ms ± 10
of the circuit-breaker at Un (MX)
response time 70 ms ± 10 for 25 and 31.5 kA performance levels
of the circuit-breaker at Un (XF) 80 ms ± 10 for 40 kA performance level

Switching operation counter (CDM)

MT55169

The switching operation counter is visible from the front panel. It gives a total number
9
0039 of switching cycles that the device has been through.

"Ready to close" contact (PF) - option

b the "ready to close" position of the circuit-breaker is indicated by a mechanical
indicator and a PF changeover contact.
b this information indicates simultaneously that:
MT55168

v the circuit-breaker is open,

v the energy storage springs are armed.
Characteristics
breaking capacity V AC 240/380 5A
cos M: 0.3 V DC 24/48 3A
AC12/DC12 125 0.3 A
PF contact 250 0.15 A
minimum load: 10 mA/24 V
MT55180

The "ready to function" contact (PAF) - option

This contact indicates that the circuit-breaker is locked in the "racked in" position.
Characteristics
rated current 16 A
breaking capacity V AC 220 16 A (cos M: 0.4)
V DC 220 0.8 A (L/R y 40 ms)
PAF contact

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Evolis circuit-breaker (cont.)

Undervoltage release (MN) - option

This release unit causes the instantaneous opening of the circuit-breaker when
its supply voltage drops below a value of between 35 and 70% of its rated voltage.
MT55164

If the release unit is not supplied power, it is impossible to close (manually or

electrically) the circuit-breaker. Any attempt to close the circuit-breaker causes no
movement of the main contacts. Closing of the main circuit-breaker is authorised
when the supply voltage of the release unit reaches 85% of its rated voltage.

Characteristics
power supply V AC 50/60 Hz 24/30 48/60 100/130 200/250
V DC 24/30 48/60 100/130 200/250
operating opening 0.35 to 0.7 Un
threshold closing 0.85 Un
consumption (VA or W) 20
response time 90 ms ± 5
of the circuit-breaker at Un

Time delay for undervoltage release unit (MN) - option

In order to eliminate spurious tripping of the circuit-breaker during short voltage sags
(micro-outage), the action of the MN is time-delayed.
MT55170

This function is achieved by adding an external time delay unit on the MN voltage
release unit (adjustable).
The time delay unit placed outside of the circuit-breaker can be disabled by
an emergency stop button in order to obtain instantaneous opening.

Characteristics
power supply V AC 50/60 Hz 48/60 100/130 200/250
V DC 48/60 100/130 200/250
operating opening 0.35 to 0.7 Un
threshold closing 0.85 Un
consumption (VA or W) 200
response time 0.5 s - 0.9 s - 1.5 s - 3 s
of the circuit-breaker at Un

Auxiliary circuit-breaker position contacts - option

These contacts indicate the "open" or "closed" position of the circuit-breaker.
1 or 2 blocks of 4 changeover contacts can be installed. 2 applications are available:
MT55167

b standard for a relayed application;

b low level for the control of plc’s or electronic circuits.
This version is compatible with Sepam 1000+.

Characteristics
breaking capacity standard V AC 240/380 6A 10/6
cos M: 0.3 V DC 24/48 2.5 A 10/6
AC12/DC12 125 0.5 A 10/6
250 0.3 A 3
minimum load: 10 mA/24 V
low level V AC 24/48
240 5A 10/6
380 5A 3
V DC 24/48 5/2.5 A 10/6
125 0.5 A 10/6
250 0.3 A 3
minimum load: 1 mA/4 V

Control unit spring disarming - option

This option guarantees operator safety when the circuit-breaker’s front panel
is removed from the MCset.

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Vacuum type contactor

Description
The vacuum type contactor comprises:
b 3 vacuum interrupters (breaking);
MT20107

b an electromagnetic control unit which can be of:

v magnetic latching type,
v mechanical latching type.
b upstream and downstream connection terminals for the power circuit;
b mechanical contactor locking in the open position in order to avoid racking out
or racking in with the contacts closed;
b 3 HPC fuses with a striker and auxiliary contacts to trip the contactor;
b the possibility of installing a transformer to provide an independent power supply
for the contactor control unit (option);
b an indicator on the front panel to show the contactor position (2);
b a switching operation counter;
b auxiliary contacts;
b interchangeable with other contactors in the range (Rollarc).

Electrical characteristics
rated voltage kV (50/60 Hz) 7.2
insulation level kV, rms 50 Hz - 1 mn 20
kV, impulse 1.2/50 µs 60
operating current A 250 (1)
rated current A 400
short time withstand current (kA rms 2 s) 8
short time withstand current (kA rms 12 s) 4
short time withstand current (kA rms 30 s) 2.4
mechanical endurance (number of operations) 2 500 000 250 000 (2)
electrical endurance (number of operations) 250 000 250 000 (2)
(1) For greater values: please consult us.
(2) Version with mechanical latching.

Control unit
Supply voltage (3)
V DC: 110, 120 and 220 V
V AC: 100, 110, 120 and 220 V
possible variations: +10% -15%
(3) Possibility of supplying power through an auxiliary transformer, optional (see page 31).

Consumption
Closing is achieved via the inrush coils.
The latching coils are inserted in the circuit at the end of travel.
under 100-110 V inrush latched
with magnetic latching 5A 0.6 A
with mechanical latching 5.5 A —

Auxiliary contacts
The auxiliary contacts are of changeover type with a common point.
The following are available :
v 3 NO + 3 NC for the magnetic latching version,
v 2 NO + 2 NC for the mechanical latching version.
Contact characteristics
operating voltage max. 480 V, min. 48 V
rated current 10 A
breaking capacity: V DC: 60 W (L/R 150 ms)
V AC: 700 VA (cos M 0.35)

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Vacuum type contactor

(cont.)

Maximum switchable power

Calculation assumptions (motor)
b ratio between starting current Id and maximum current In: Id/In = 5 ± 20%;
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Figure 1
b power factor x efficiency
0.88 x 0.9 = 0.792 for 300 < P < 600 kW
0.9 x 0.92 = 0.828 for 600 < P < 1100 kW
0.92 x 0.94 = 0.865 for 1100 < P < 5000 kW;
b starting time < 10 s;
b starts per hour y 3 according to IEC 60644.

Operating voltage (kV) Direct starting motor Transformer Capacitor

(kW) (kVA) (kvar)
with 315 A fuses with 315 A fuses with 315 A fuses
3.3 1170 1130 1000
4.16 1480 1420 1260
5 1780 1710 1520
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Figure 2 5.5 1960 1880 1670

6 2130 2050 1820
6.6 2350 2250 2000

Fuses
The fuses used are of the Fusarc CF or Ferraz type (Standard IEC 60282.1
and DIN 43625) with high breaking capacity.
Substantial fault current limitation reduces the electrodynamic stresses on
the load-side components (contactor, cables, CT, etc).
A "blown fuse" device is used to open the three poles of the contactor.
Trip curves
The trip curves for Fusarc CF (figure 1) and Ferraz (figure 2) rated voltage (kV) 7.2
fuses are shown above.
These are the average curves with an rms current value
max. fuse rating (A) 315*
tolerance I ± 10%. breaking capacity (kA) 50
* Higher values, please consult us.

Figure 3
Schematic diagrams
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Magnetic latching contactor

+C +C
M1
Sepam
MT20110

S4
verrouillage
enclenchement
XE
closing XE
interlock

XU

X20 32 33 4 1 3 40 9 36 20
X61
4 1 3
FU1 K1 FU1
K1
FU1 5
S61 K1
S61
YF
21 K1
XU XE 6 YD
K1 DU P61 O 000

2 7

2 10 21
M2
Figure 4 -C -C
E32152

Contacteur à maintien magnétique

+C +C
M1
Sepam
MT20111

verrouillage
enclenchement
XE
closing
interlock
XE
XU
X20 32 33 4 1 3

X61
22 4 1 3
K1
21 FU1 5
22
YF
21 K1
XU XE 6 P61 O 000
DU

2
Limitation curves
Fusarc CF (figure 3) and Ferraz (figure 4) fuses have current M2
2

limiting capacity. -C -C

These curves give the maximum value of the limited breaking S4: release push button K1: MV contactor
current Ic (in kA peak), as a function of the value Ip (in kA rms) YD: release coil S61: latching contact
of the presumed current that would be created if there were no DU: control component FU1: MV fuses
protection. For further details, ask for the fuse catalogues. P61: switching operation counter XE: auxiliary control relay
YF: closing coil XU: auxiliary relay

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Extraction table
Adaptable to 3 cubicle widths, this extraction table enables:
MT20112

b the withdrawable part to be removed from the cubicle;

b the withdrawable part to be fitted into the cubicle.

Extraction and lowering tool - option

MT20113

Adaptable to 3 cubicle widths, this extraction tool enables:

b the withdrawable part to be removed from the cubicle;
b the withdrawable part to be introduced into the cubicle;
b the withdrawable part to be lowered to the ground;
b the withdrawable part to be lifted from the ground.

Racking handle
MT20114

This handle enables:

b the withdrawable part to be racked in/out;
b the earthing switch to be open/closed.

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 Installation Implementation examples 0

MCset 1-2-3
(7.2 to 17.5 kV)

Line up switchboard
(2 supplies cubicles and 1 bussection)
DE55075

500 570 570 900 900 900 900 570 570 570 500
2 feeders incomer bussection incomer 3 feeders
cubicle AD1 cubicle AD3 cubicles CL3/GL3 cubicle AD3 cubicle AD1

Civil engineering with utility space (MCset 7.2 to 17.5 kV)

DE55074

room
entrance (1) (1)(5)
2500 2800

(3) (4)
200 1550 1520 - 1720

(1)
B 420 810 A
(2)
1100

(1) Minimum dimensions to be complied with when installing the MCset switchboard.
(2) Minimum dimensions to be defined according to the cable bending radius.
(3) Operating distance.
(4) Distance needed to extract a functional unit from the switchboard without moving
the other units.
(5) Provide an exhaust tunnel above the switchboard when the room height is less than 4 metres
(see page 14).
A anchor point
B adjustment point
Note: for further information, refer to the civil engineering, user and instruction manual.

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 Installation Connections 0

Switchgear resistance to ageing in a substation depends on

3 key factors
E72901R

b the need for correctly made connections

New cold connecting technologies offer easy installation and favour durability
in time. Their design means they can be used in polluted environments with harsh
atmospheres.
b the impact of relative humidity
The installing of a heating element is essential in climates with high relative
humidities and significant temperature differentials.
b ventilation control
The dimensions of air vents must be appropriate for the dissipated energy
in the substation. They must only sweep across the transformer environment.
Cold connected terminals
Schneider Electric’s experience has led it to favour this technology wherever
possible for optimum durability.
The maximum acceptable cable cross-section for standard assemblies are:
b 630 mm2 for incomer or feeder cubicles with single-pole cables;
b 400 mm2 for incomer or feeder cubicles with three-pole cables;
b 95 mm2 for transformer protection cubicles with fuses.
Access to the compartment is only possible when the earthing switch is closed.
Tightening torques for cables will be attained using a dynamo wrench set to 50 mN.

Dry, single pole cable

Short end piece, cold connectable
performance 3 to 17.5 kV - 400 A - 2500 A
cross section mm2 50 to 630 mm2
supplier all suppliers of cold connectable terminals:
Silec, 3M, Pirelli, Raychem...
number of cables 1 to 8 per phase
comments for greater cross-section and number of cables, please consult us

Dry, three-pole cable

Short end piece, cold connectable
performance 3 to 17.5 kV - 400 A - 2500 A
cross section mm2 50 to 400 mm2
supplier all suppliers of cold connectable terminals:
Silec, 3M, Pirelli, Raychem...
number of cables 1 to 4 per phase
comments for greater cross-section and number of cables, please consult us

Connection possibilities using dry cables

Number of cables AD1 AD1 cont. AD2 AD3 DI2
1 single per phase b (1) b (1) b (1) b
2 single per phase b (1) b (1) b (1) b
3 single per phase b b b b
4 single per phase b
1 three per cubicle b b b
2 three per cubicle b b b b
3 three per cubicle b b b b
4 three per cubicle b
(1) Possibility of installing LV toroid transformers.

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(cont.)

Bottom cable connection

MT20117

Cable connection height

Type of cubicle Configuration H (mm)
AD1 - AD2 630 A LV toroid CT 650 (1)
1 set of 3 CT’s 500
2 sets of 3 CT’s 465
1250 A LV toroid CT 650 (1)
1 set of 3 CT’s 480
2 sets of 3 CT’s 465
AD3 2500 A 1 set of 3 CT’s 435
2 sets of 3 CT’s 435
DI2 450
(1) When installing with a LV core balance CT, use a LV core balance CT of type ARC3
when connecting with 2 cables (see page 31).

Figure 1

b The cubicles and cables requiring the maximum depth should be taken into
consideration when determining the depth P of a switchboard cable duct (figure 1).
MT20118

b When using cables of length greater than 460 mm, install an additional
compartment as marked (A) under the cubicle (figure 2).

Top cable connection (optional)

2 depths are available, function of the number of cables and the internal arc
withstand of the cubicle: 2000 mm and 2275 mm.

Figure 2

Top busbar connection (optional, figure 3)

DE60173

The cubicle depth is equal to 2000 mm, it can be equipped with 1 or 2 CT’s.

Figure 3

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Appendices Cubicle equipment 0

Equipment Type of cubicle

AD1 AD1 AD2 AD3 CL1 CL2 CL3 GL1 GL2 GL3 TT1 TT2 DI2
cont.
Switchgear
circuit-breaker b b b b b b
contactor b
fuse switch b
disconnector truck v v v v v v
earthing truck v v v v v v v
fixed busbars b b b
racking position indication contact 3 NO + 3 NC b b b b b b b
for the withdrawable part 6 NO + 6 NC v v v v v v
padlocking of isolating shutters for withdrawable parts v v v v v v v
locking of withdrawable part/cable compartment v v v v v v v
disabling of circuit-breaker operating mechanism v v v v v v
voltage present indicator b b b b v v v b (1) b (1) b
locking of mechanical racking of the withdrawable part (padlock) b b b b b b b
locking of mechanical racking of the withdrawable part (keylock) v v v v v v v
locking of the electromagnetic racking of the withdrawable part v v v v v v v
Earthing switch (SMALT)
earthing switch v v v v v v v v v b
earthing switch position indication contacts 3 NO + 3 NF v (1) v (1) v (1) v (1) v (1) v (1) v (1) v (1) v (1) v (4)
earthing switch position key locking (2) v (1) v (1) v (1) v (1) v (1) v (1) v (1) v (1) v (1) v
electromagnetic earthing switch position locking v v v v v v v v v
Transformers
voltage transformers without fuse phase-phase v v v v v v v
(1 per phase) phase-earth v v v v v v v v v v v
with plug-in fuses phase-phase v v v v v v v
phase-earth v v v v v v v v v v v
fuse melting indication contact 1 NO v v v v v v v v v v v
current transformer single set 3 CT’s v v v v v v v v v v
double set 6 CT’s v v v v
LV toroid transformer CT (3) v v v
Connections
connection with cable terminal height > 460 mm v v v v v
connection from top bar v v v v
connection by cable from the top v v v v
connection by cable from the bottom b b b b b
Cubicle
protection index enclosure IP3X b b b b b b b b b b b b b
IP4X b b b v b b v b b v b b b
IPX1 v v v v v v v v v v v v v
compartments (5) IP2XC b b b b b b b b b b b b b
anti-arcing protection (2) 25 kA - 1 s v v v v v v v v v v v v v
40 kA - 1 s v v v v v v v v
lightning arrester v v v v v v v v v
Busbars
1250 A/2500 A exposed b b b b b b b b b b b b b
insulated v v v v v v v v v v v v v
LV control cabinet key locking v v v v v v v v v v v v v
LV control cabinet lighting v v v v v v v v v v v v v
anti-condensation heating element v v v v v v v v v v

key:
b: basic equipment
v: option
(1) basic equipment with earthing switch option.
(2) according to the room in which the MCset switchboard is installed, you can choose option 3 or 4 sides,
and possibly an exhaust tunnel for hot gases (see page 14).
(3) Connection 1 or 2 cables per phase.
(4) 1 NO + 1 NC available.
(5) Compartment protection.

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Preferred current transformers:

7.2 to 17.5 kV secondary 1 A or 5 A

Type of cubicle Accuracy class AD1 AD1 fuse- AD2 AD2 AD3 CL1 CL2
and ratio contactor CL3
Isc kA 1 s 31,5 NA (1) 40 50 50 31,5 50
ratio number 1
accuracy class 40-80/1 or 5 v 10/1-1 or 5-5 v
and ratio 2.5-5 VA - 5P20 2.5 VA - 5P20
15 VA - cl 0.5
50-100/1-5 v 20/1-1 v v
2.5-5 VA - 5P20 2.5 VA - 5P20
15 VA - cl 0.5

75-150/1 or 5 v 30/1-1 or 5-5 v v

2.5-5 VA - 5P20 2.5 VA - 5P20
15 VA - cl 0.5

100-200/1-1 or 5-5 v 40/1-1 or 5-5 v v

2.5-5 VA - 5P20 2.5 VA - 5P20
15 VA - cl 0.5

150-300/1-1 or 5-5 v 50/1-1 or 5-5 v v

2.5-5 VA - 5P20 2.5 VA - 5P20
10-20 VA - cl 0.5 15 VA - cl 0.5

200-400/1-1 or 5-5 v 75/1-1 or 5/5 v v

5-10 VA - 5P20 2.5 VA - 5P20
7.5-15 VA - cl 0.5 15 VA - cl 0.5

250-500/1-1 or 5-5 v 100/1-1 or 5-5 v v

5-10 VA - 5P20 2.5 VA - 5P20
10-20 VA - cl 0.5 15 VA - cl 0.5

600/1-1 or 5-5 v 150/1-1 or 5-5 v v v v v

7.5 VA - 5P20 7.5 VA - 5P10
20 VA - cl 0.5 15 VA - cl 0.5

750/1-1 or 5-5 v 200/1-1 or 5-5 v v v v v

7.5 VA - 5P20 2.5 VA - 5P20
20 VA - cl 0.5 15 VA - cl 0.5

1000/1-1 or 5-5 v 250/1-1 or 5-5 v v v v v

10 VA - 5P20 2.5 VA - 5P20
30 VA - cl 0.5 15 VA - cl 0.5

1250/1-1 or 5-5 v 300/1-1 or 5-5 v v v v v

10 VA - 5P20 2.5 VA - 5P20
30 VA - cl 0.5 15 VA - cl 0.5

1500/1-1 or 5-5 400/1-1 or 5-5 v

15 VA - 5P20 2.5 VA - 5P20
30 VA - cl 0.5 15 VA - cl 0.5

2000/1-1 or 5-5 v
15 VA - 5P20
30 VA - cl 0.5

2500/1-1 or 5-5 v
15 VA - 5P20
30 VA - cl 0.5

(1) Short-circuit current withstand is co-ordinated with the current limited through the fuses.
Other characteristics are available, including the possibility of having 3 secondary windings.
Please consult us detailing the type of protection or measuring required as well as the impedance of the outside loads and the cabling.

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 A few references MCset, a product for all your
electrical distribution applications

Energy
b EPM, Colombia
MAPP

b CHE-POIANA-TEIULUI, Roumania

Infrastructure
b Heathrow airport, United Kingdom
b commercial building, ATIRAU, Azerbaijan

Industry
b steel, SIDMAR, Belgium
b steel, SMS DEMAG, Chile
b paper, SOPORCEL, Portugal
b water, LATTAKIA-WATER, Syria
b water, KHARAMA, Algeria
b water, GAZIANTEP DSI, Turkey
b oil, SHELL, Netherlands
b oil, SHELL, Brunei
b oil, SHELL, Nigeria
b automotive, FORD KOLN, Germany
b chemistry, AMMONIA UREA, Turkmenistan
b petrochemistry, TEKFEN AIOC, Azerbaijan
b petrochemistry, TURKMENBASHI, Azerbaïdjan
b wood, ÇAMSAN, Turkey
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