Medium Voltage Distribution GMset MV Gas Insulated Switchgear up to 24kV

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Contents

pages General presentation Protection and control of electrical networks Main characteristics of medium voltage equipment Functional units General features Choice Description Protection monitoring and control Switchboard monitoring and control Functional unit protection Current, voltage transformers and live line testing Apparatus SF1-G and SF-1P circuit breakers GMh and RI operating mechanisms GMh and RI auxiliary diagrams Installation Cable terminations Example of layout Environment Preserving the environment 2 4 6 8 10 14 16 17 18 20 21 22 23 24

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General presentation Protection and control of electrical networks

For over 30 years, Schneider has been providing Medium Voltage electrical network protection, monitoring and control solutions in the public distribution, industry and building sectors. GMset is a range of medium voltage equipment included in an offer that covers all the functions required for network operation.

Public distribution networks

Network telecontrol (SCADA & DMS) Milenium Main functions: b supervisory control and data acquisition, b network restoration, b wallboard replacement, b geographic and schematic views, b switching schedules, b safety, checks and documentation, b outage statistics, b management of maintenance operations, b management of construction programs. HV/MV substation control Talus Main functions: b remote control, b HV and MV protection integration, b data and alarm logging, b centralized local control.

Industrial and building networks

Protection, monitoring and control Isis - Powerlogic SMS Sepam - Circuit Monitor - Power Meter. Main functions: b installation display, b real time access to protection and control units, b alarm management, b data analysis, b electricity consumption management, b power availability and quality, b protection functions, b web technology.

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GMset offer
Three levels of components are available to protect, monitor and control the medium voltage switchboard: b A control and monitoring system interfaceable with a higher level system.

b Sepam: protection and control unit for each switchgear unit (or cubicle).

b GMset units: medium voltage equipment comprising cubicles with breaking devices, sensors, medium voltage connections and low voltage auxiliaries.

Pre-engineered and adaptable solutions

The three levels of components may be provided to make up: b global solutions from the control centre to the MV switchgear, b partial solutions which include 1, 2 or 3 levels of components to t into projects for new substations and retrotting, extending and revamping existing installations.

Services
b b b b Equipment design, installation and maintenance. Personnel training. Electrical network availability studies. Extended warranty.

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General presentation Main characteristics of MV equipment

GMset is indoor, metalclad switchgear designed for the MV section of HV/MV and MV/MV substations. GMset complies with the International (IEC) and European standards. GMsets design and functions take into account the three main categories of users requirements. b Investment Optimization and Protability. b Service continuity. b Safety.

Investment Optimization and Profitability

These are achieved through GMset capability to meet all users requirements in the most cost-effective way possible. With GMset, the user benefits from: b the most compact equipment ever built in the medium voltage eld, providing users with a high degree of space savings when building or replacing a HV/MV or MV/MV substation, b pre-engineered solutions built upon the groups worldwide experience and collaboration with consultants and contractors, providing users with considerable time savings when specifying needs, b the shortest delivery and installation time possible, providing users with fast commissioning and quick return on investment, b a complete range of remote protection, control and monitoring functions when requested by users who want to set up a supervision system in order to optimize their energy supply.

Service continuity
Service continuity is achieved by means of GMset, which is a highly reliable equipment offering with all the required functions to provide users with maximum energy availability and quality. With GMset, the user benefits from: b expertise developed by the group in the area of operating dependability thanks to feedback on experience gained with an installed equipment base of 100.000 cubicles and 200,000 medium voltage circuit breakers, b quality organization in accordance with the ISO 9000 and ISO 14001 standards, b the latest CAD/CAE techniques with 3D modeling of electric elds in SF6 and insulating materials, b fully factory-tested equipment with type test reports available for each performance and type of cubicle, b a supervision offer open to all specications regarding substation management and enabling users to control and follow up their energy supply, b equipment that cannot be affected by humid, dusty, corrosive or polluted operating environments since all live parts are contained in SF6 lled and sealed enclosures, b suitable for installation over 1000 mt (a.s.l.), b tested against seismic activities according to IEC 68.3.3 (please, consult us).

Safety
Maximum safety is achieved through GMsets design and functions. With GMset, the user benefits from: b a very comprehensive set of mechanical and electrical interlocks preventing operator errors and compliant with the users security protocol, b internal arc withstand of all the functional units, validated in accordance with IEC 60298, appendix AA, criteria 1 to 6, class A accessibility, b a complete range of protection and control features with the Sepam range, suitable for any function requested by the user, b equipment which is part of the GIS range with all live parts completely segregated from operators since they are fully contained in sealed enclosures.

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General characteristics
The values below are given for normal operating conditions as defined in IEC 60298 and 60694.
rated voltage (kV) rated insulation level power-frequency withstand voltage (kV) rms lightening impulse withstand (kV) imp rated normal current busbar (A) functional units (A) 12 28 75 1250 2500 (1) 630 1250 2000 16 25 short circuit breaking current (kA) 16 25 25 0,015 IP65 IP3X IP2XC 16 25 25 0,015 IP65 IP3X IP2XC 24 50 125 1250 2500 (1) 630 1250 2000 16 25

short time withstand current (kA/3 sec)

(2) (3)

internal arc withstand (kA/1 sec) SF6 gas pressure at 20 C (Mpa) relative standard degrees of protection (4) SF6 filled compartment enclosure internal partitions

Normal operating conditions, according to IEC 60694 for indoor switchgear (5) b Ambient air temperature: v less than or equal to 40 C, v less than or equal to 35 C on average over a 24-hour period, v greater than or equal to -5 C.
(1) bus-section unit 2000A (2) the short-circuit making current is equal to 2.5 times the short time current. (3) short time withstand current for any application with earthing switch (AD1-ES and TT1ES) is up to 1 sec. (4) standard degree of protection, for other values, please consult us. (5) for different conditions, please consult us.

Standards
GMset range meets the following international standards: b IEC 60694: common specications to high voltage switchgear and controlgear b IEC 60298: A.C. metal-enclosed switchgear and controlgear for rated voltages above 1kV and up to and including 52kV b IEC 62271-100 (60056): high voltage alternating current circuit breakers b IEC 62271-102 (60129) : alternating current disconnectors and earthing switches

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Functional units General features

GMset switchgear is made up of interconnected functional units. Each functional unit contains all the elements needed to perform its function: b a gas-insulated, metalclad cubicle, for indoor use, b a circuit breaker using SF6 as a breaking medium, sealed for life, b a digital protection and control system. Power connections are made between functional units by a busbar set located inside a SF6 compartment. Steady electrical continuity of all metal frames is ensured by connection of each functional units earthing busbar to the switchgears main earthing circuit. Low voltage wiring ducts are provided in the switchgear, above the low voltage compartments.

Cubicle
The cubicle is a set of earthed, metal-enclosed, gas insulated switchgear that complies with the requirements of the IEC 60298 standard. The cubicle comprises four independent compartments, in accordance with the definition of metalclad switchgear given in the standard. The busbar compartment, using SF6 as an insulating medium, is situated in the top of the unit and it contains: b main busbars, b three-position disconnector. The circuit breaker compartment, using SF6 as the medium, is located in the central part of the cubicle, linked to the top part part with the busbar compartment by means of a bushing insulator. It contains: b disconnectable circuit breaker, b connections The MV connections compartment is situated in the bottom of the cubicle and it contains: b MV cable bushing connectors, b current transformers, b voltage transformers. The Low Voltage compartment, separated from the medium voltage section, is located in the top of the unit and it contains the low voltage auxiliaries and the monitoring unit.

General arrangement
Five basic cubicle layouts are offered: b incoming or outgoing feeder b incoming or outgoing feeder with separated earthing switch b bus section b the busbar metering with disconnector b busbar metering and earthing AD1/AD2 AD1-ES CL1/CL2 TT1 TT1-ES

Disconnectable circuit breaker

GMset units use the following circuit breakers: b SF1-P up to 1250A - 24kV - 25kA b SF1-G up to 2000A - 24kV - 25kA The circuit breakers are designed in accordance with IEC 62271-100 standard and they comply with the definition of pressure sealed systems given in IEC 60298 standard, appendix GG. They are puffer type and use SF6 gas as a breaking and isolating medium. The circuit breakers are maintenance free for life. In case of necessity they can be replaced in short time because the main connections are made by sliding contacts.

Protection and control system

It includes: b Sepam protection and monitoring unit b current transformers b voltage transformers

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AD1/AD2 type functional unit (incomer and feeder)

auxiliary cableway

1 2 3 8 7

low voltage compartment sepam

disconnector operating mechanism earthing switch operating mechanism

instruction plates

4 5 6 9
cable compartment

1 - SF6 busbar compartment 2 - three position disconnector 3 - SF6 circuit breaker compartment 4 - current transformers 5 - cable compartment 6 - voltage transformers 7 - low voltage compartment 8 - SF6 circuit breaker 9 - MV plug-in connectors

A B C D E F L M N G H I J K

A B C

L M N

G H I J K D E F

A. disconnector on/off position B. on/off actuating shaft C. disconnector operating device D. on/off earth actuating shaft E. earthing switch operating device F. earthing switch on/off position indicator G. voltage indicator H. CB closing push-button I. CB opening push-button J. CB operations counter K. CB compartment SF6 pressure gauge L. CB spring condition indicator M. CB manual spring charging device N. CB position indicator

AD1/AD2 unit

AD1-ES unit

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Functional units Choice

The GMset range is composed of 9 functional units. The chart below may be used to link up needs and functional units, and it gives information on the general composition of each unit. How to select: if the user wishes to supply power to a transformer, the solution is a Transformer Feeder. The matching functional unit is therefore a TF, comprising an AD1 cubicle equipped with a disconnector switch, circuit breaker and a type T Sepam. function
device

incomer
line disconnector circuit breaker transformer disconnector circuit breaker

feeder
line disconnector circuit breaker transformer disconnector circuit breaker capacitor disconnector circuit breaker

functional unit cubicle

protection and control unit main options

LI AD1-AD2
Sepam S

TI AD1-AD2

LF AD1-AD2

TF AD1-AD2

CF AD1-AD2

Sepam T Sepam S Sepam T Sepam C earthing switch with making capacity (available up to 24kV- 12kA- 25kA x 1sec. on AD1-ES units) current / voltage transformers surge/lighting arresters surge/lighting arresters key locks

Sepam

Sepam

Sepam

Incomer LI, TI with AD1/AD2

Feeder

LF, TF, CF with AD1/AD2

Feeder

LF, TF, CF with AD1-ES

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device

bus sectionalizing
switchboard disconnector circuit breaker

bus metering
sectionalizing disconnector busbar earthing disconnector earthing switch

functional unit cubicle

protection and control unit main options

BS CL1-CL2
Sepam B current transformers key locks

BB-S TT1
Sepam B

BB-ES TT1-ES
Sepam B voltage transformer surge/lighting arresters

Sepam

Sepam

Switchboard bus section BS with CL1/CL2

Busbar metering BB-S with TT1

Busbar metering BB with TT1-ES

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Functional units Description

Functional unit/cubicle corresponding chart

The chart below summarizes the electrical characteristics of each of the GMset functional units. The type of cubicle used for the function varies according to the characteristics. The name of the cubicle (AD1, CL2,...) is the name which appears on the GMset test certificates. How to read the chart: to create a line incomer function, an LI functional unit is chosen. The incomer characteristics are: b Un = 24kV, b Isc = 25kA, b In = 2000A. The cubicle used for this function is an AD2.

function
incomer / feeder (1) AD and RD kA 25 16

12 / 24 kV

AD1 RD1 (1) AD1-ES 630 1250

AD2

2000

bus section CL kA 25 16 CL1 CL2

1250 busbar voltage metering with sectionalizing VT TT1 kA 25 16 TT1

2000

1250 busbar voltage metering with earthing switch TT1-ES kA 25 16 TT1-ES

2000

A*

1250

2000

A*

A* busbar current Direct incomer (unit without circuit breaker, equipped with fixed bus-bar bridge) is available with RD1 name
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Side views

AD1

AD1-ES

AD1

AD1-ES

AD2

RD1(1)
Dimensions (mm) and approximate weights (kg) by type of cubicle AD1 AD2 RD1 AD1-ES
width (mm) height (mm) depth* (mm) weight (kg) (*) Back to wall:1100mm; free standing 1150mm (1) Direct incomer (unit without circuit breaker, equipped with fixed bus-bar bridge) is available with RD1 name 500 1000 2390 1110 1000 500

500

420

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Side views

CL1

CL2

Dimensions (mm) and approximate weights (kg) by type of cubicle CL1 CL2
width (mm) height (mm) depth* (mm) weight (kg) (*) Back to wall:1100mm; free standing 1150mm Schneider Electric 1000 2390 1100 700 1400 1500

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Side views

TT1

TT1-ES

Dimensions (mm) and approximate weights (kg) by type of cubicle TT1 TT1-ES
width (mm) height (mm) depth* (mm) weight (kg) (*) Back to wall:1100mm; free standing 1150mm 500 2390 1100 350 400 500

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Protection monitoring and control Switchboard monitoring and control

GMset supervision system

GMset can be provided with a users customized supervision system designed to control and monitor GMset switchboards. The use of a supervision system is a key factor in the improvement of the quality of service: b efciency in daily use and operations thanks to a user friendly user interface, b continuity of service by fast intervention provided by remote control of the GMset, b understanding and analysis of events and loads.

User-friendly and dependable operator interface

The operator interface of a GMset supervision system is designed to be used by electricians. The ergonomics is intuitive, making the system easy to understand and use.

Architecture
The user terminal consists of a compatible personal computer. It is directly connected to the Sepam protection units via a standard communication bus. The control station can easily be connected to a higher level monitoring and control system.

Basic functions
The main functions are: b installation display by chained mimic diagrams (animated single line diagram, device position, energized parts, current faults), b real time access to Sepam protection unit measurements (display of measurements, remote control, protection curve and settings), b alarm management (tracking, diagnosis...), b data analysis (measurements, monitoring curves, data logging...) b power consumption analysis.

I on

O off

trip

I on

O off

trip

V/Hz

W/

Wh

clear

alarm

reset

V/Hz

W/

Wh

clear

alarm

reset

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MERLIN GERIN

I on

O off

trip

I on

O off

trip

I on

O off

trip

I on

O off

trip

V/Hz

W/

Wh

clear

alarm

reset

V/Hz

W/

Wh

clear

alarm

reset

V/Hz

W/

Wh

clear

alarm

reset

V/Hz

W/

Wh

clear

alarm

reset

MERLIN GERIN

MERLIN GERIN

MERLIN GERIN

MERLIN GERIN

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Protection and control solution sepam

Each GMset functional unit is equipped with a protection and control solution suitable for the function to be performed. The solution comprises : b a Sepam Protection and Control unit(1) suited to the needs, b toroidal current transformers, b voltage transformers, b low voltage auxiliaries: test blocks, auxiliary contacts, terminal blocks ... b low voltage outlets for connection to the switching device.
(1) or any other combination of relays, automation devices, measurements and metering apparatus.

GMset switchboard: protection monitoring and control unit

Sepam is a range of digital monitoring protection and control units. Sepam is at the centre of protection, monitoring and control system for GMset functional units: all the necessary protection, metering, control, monitoring and signalling functions are carried out by Sepam. Sepam has a range of units defined to provide an optimal solution for a each application, and includes: b Sepam S, sub-station incomer and feeder b Sepam B, bus sectioning b Sepam T, transformer feeder b Sepam M, motor feeder b Sepam C, capacitor feeder b Sepam G, generator feeder The Sepam range hinges around 2 functional and hardware bases: b Sepam 2000, focused on performance, covers all GMset functional applications b Sepam 1000+, simple and modular, offers an optimezed solution for most common applications.

current transformer

voltage transformer

Sepam advantages
Sepam, a digital multi-functional protection unit, provides you with the following advantages: b simple to use for better dayly efciency: use-machine interface (UMI) which is ergonomic and which provides comprehensive and clear information to operators b simple to incorporate: exibility and user friendliness of parameter setting software, simplied tests b money saving: v integrating all functions required in one single, ready to use product v upgradable solution, to spread the cost of investment over time b centralized GMset switchboard management: v Sepam is easily integrated into all network control systems, due to its Modbus communication interface v all data required for installation monitoring and control are accessible through the Modbus communication b better network knowledge through the oscillo-disturbance recording function and measurement of the imbalance ratio, motor operation parameters, etc.: b improving continuity of service v through effective preventive equipment maintenance using switchgear diagnosis functions: time and number of operations, sum of breaking currents A2, etc. v through clear and comprehensive information, both locally and remotely, reducing the time needed to act in the event of a fault.

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Protection monitoring and control Functional unit protection

Sepam 2000, for all applications

The Sepam 2000 range of digital protection, monitoring and control units provides a comprehensive solution for all applications: sub-station, busbar, transformer and motor, as well as generators and capacitors. Different types of Sepam 2000 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. Focused on performance, Sepam 2000 includes the following functions: bmetering functions: measurement of current and voltage, measurement of power and active and reactive energy, etc. b protection functions: directional phase and earthing protection, differential 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 re programmed to handle any specic automatic control function!

Sepam 1000+ series 20

Suitable for common applications, Sepam series 20 offers simple solutions based on current or voltage metering. b protection of substation incomers and feeders against phase-to-phase and phase-to-earth short circuits with 16 IDTM tripping curves and adjustable timer hold to detect recurrent faults b protection of overhead lines with built-in recloser function b protection of transformers against overloads, with ambient temperaturecompensated RMS thermal overload protection with 2 groups of settings for different ventilation operating rates b protection of motors against internal faults and overloads with ambient temperature-compensated RMS thermal overload protection. The Sepam series 20 B21 and B22 voltage units are suitable for monitoring of network voltage - frequency and loss of mains detection by rate of change of frequency protection for installations with local power generation.

Sepam 1000+ series 40

Sepam series 40, with its current and voltage metering capabilities, offers highperforming solutions for more demanding applications. Sepam series 40 units perform the following functions in addiction to those performed by Sepam series 20 b protection of closed ring networks or networks with parallel incomers, by directional protection b directional earth fault protection suitable for all earthing systems: impedant, isolated or compensated neutral b protection of networks with variable congurations requiring the switching of groups of settings and logic discrimination b all the necessary electrical measurements: phase and residual currents, phase-toneutral, phase-to-phase and residual voltage, frequency, power and energy, ... b comprehensive network diagnosis assistance: 20 seconds of disturbance recording, detailed history of the last 200 alarms, storage of the last 5 tripping contexts b adaptation of control functions by a logical equation editor b customization of alarm messages to t each application, and/or in the users language

Sepam 1000+ selection guide

selection criteria
Measurements Specific protection functions available

Series 20
I U

Series 40
U I and U I and U Loss of Directional mains earth fault (ROCOF) I and U Directional earth fault and phase overcurrent

Applications

Type

Substation S20 S40 S41 S42 Transformer T20 T40 T42 Motor M20 M41 Generator G40 Busbar B21 B22 Example: For motor protection and current-voltage measurements, your solution is M41 type For detailed information, see catalogues (Sepam Encyclopdia on CD ROM). Schneider Electric

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Protection monitoring and control Current and voltage transformers and live line testing
In the protection system, the functional units are fitted with transformers designed to supply the measurements and/or protection circuits: b current transformers, b voltage transformers, v CSH core balance current transformers. The live parts are totally encapsulated in an integral epoxy resin molding which serves a dual function: b it ensures electrical insulation, b it guarantees excellent mechanical resistance of the assembly.

Current transformers
AD1 and AD2 units ARF / ARL type toroidal-core current transformers are located around the switchgear bushings. The toroidal core accommodates the secondary windings, the switchgear bushing is the primary winding. The transformers have primary current values from 50A to 1250A and secondary current 1A or 5A. CL1 and CL2 units ARJA1 type conventional current transformers, located in the bus-section unit. The transformers have primary current values from 500A to 2500A and secondary current 1A or 5A. Schneider has a standardized list of CTs that are appropriate for use with digital protections to simplify the determination of accuracy characteristics. This list is available on request.

ARF type

ARJA1 type

Voltage transformer
VRT4 type metal shielded voltage transformers, located in the cable compartment. They have one insulated MV end with plug-in connector, for connection between earth and phase conductors in 3-phase systems. The cores and windings are overcast in epoxy resin, providing electrical insulation. The external surface is metal shielded.

VRT4 type

CSH core balance current transformers

The CSH core balance current transformers, designed by Schneider, provide more sensitive protection by direct measurement of earth fault current. They will be housed in the cable trench at the bottom of the unit. They can be connected to either of Sepam current inputs: 2A or 30A.

CSH type

VPIS (Voltage Presence Indicator System)

Standard This indicator is in conformity with the standards specifically dealing with VPIS: IEC 61958. Rationalisation Since it is designed for all MV products ranges this new VPIS will be used for other products such as SM6, RM6, etc. Its new design integrates better with the earthing switch unit as a whole. The indicator lights are incorporated in the unit in this new version.

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Apparatus SF1-G and SF1-P circuit breakers

SF1-G and SF1-P circuit breakers

b The SF1-G and SF1-P circuit breakers are puffer type and use SF6 gas as a breaking and insulating medium. They are composed of three poles mounted on a base which supports the operating mechanism. According to IEC 60298 App. GG (1987), the circuit breaker is defined as a sealed pressure system, that is an assembly for which no further gas processing is required during its expected operating life. b The fundamental feature of the circuit breaker- essential for the very concept of a fully gas insulated switchgear- is its very high dependability which means: v high reliability, v long mechanical life: the circuit breakers are tested for 10,000 (class M2) mechanical operations with no need to replace parts with only ordinary maintenance of the operating mechanism, v long electrical life: the capacity of breaking load and short circuit current is much higher than it is normally required in 30 years of operational life. The circuit breakers comply for the electrical endurance life whit IEC 62271-100 (class E2) standard. v no need for any maintenance on the active parts, v manufactured under a fully quality assurance program.

Puffer type: operating principle

The main contacts and arcing contacts are initially closed (fig 1). Precompression (fig 2) When the contacts begin to open, the piston slightly compresses the SF6 gas in the pressure chamber. Arcing period (fig 3) The arc strikes between the arcing contacts. The piston continues its downward movement. A small quantity of gas, directed by the insulating nozzle, is injected across the arc. For the breaking of low currents, the arc is cooled by forced convection. However, for high currents, thermal expansion causes the hot gases to move toward the colder parts of the pole unit. The distance between the two arcing contacts becomes sufficient for the current to be broken when it reaches the zero point, due to the dielectric properties of SF6. Sweeping overstroke (fig 4) The moving parts finish their movement and the injection of cold gas continues until the contacts are completely open. fig.3 fig.4

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Characteristics of circuit breakers in GMset GIS

electrical characteristics kV, 50/60Hz rated voltage kV, rms 50Hz - 1 mn insulation level rated normal current
kV, 1,2/50 s impulse A 630 1250 2000 kA, rms kA, peak kA, rms 3s A O-0,3s-CO-15s-CO O-0,3s-CO-30s-CO O-0,3s-CO-3m-CO ms opening breaking closing

SF1-G
12 28 75 24 50 125

SF1-P
12 28 75 b b 25 63 25 440 b b b 35-50 35-65 50-70 24 50 125 b b 25 63 25 440 b b b 35-50 35-65 50-70

short circuit breaking current short circuit current short-time withstand current capacitor breaking current rated operating sequence approximate operating time

b 25 63 25 875

b 25 63 25 875

b b 35-50 35-65 50-70

b b 35-50 35-65 50-70

Main switching features b low overvoltages when breaking small inductive currents b suitable for rapid autoreclosing duty b suitable for switching capacitor banks Standards The indicated features are referred to the following standards and specifications: IEC 62271-100, 60056 and 60694 International Standards Operating time definition b opening time: interval of time between the instant of energizing the opening release and the instant when the arcing contacts have separated in all poles b break time: interval of time between the instant of energizing the opening release and the instant when the arc extinguishes in all poles b closing time: interval of time between energizing the closing circuit and the instant when the contacts touch in all poles Operating sequence Consult our technical department for other operating sequences.

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Apparatus GMh and RI operating mechanisms

Operating mechanisms
GMh and RI operating mechanisms SF1-G and SF1-P range circuit breakers are actuated respectively by GMh and RI operating mechanisms that ensure switching device closing and opening speed that is indipendent of the operator. The operating mechanisms, which are always motorized, can perform remote control funtions and implement fast reclosing cycles. The operating mechanisms are located outside the SF6 compartment. Maintenance is reduced by using self lubrificating parts. GMh and RI electrical operating mechanisms include: b a spring system which stores the energy needed to close and open the breaker, b a manual spring charging system, b an electrical motor spring charging device that automatically recharges the mechanism as soon as the contacts close (time 15 s), b two mechanical push-buttons on the front panel for opening and closing, b an electrical closing system including: v a closing release for remote control and an anti-pumping relay. b an electrical opening release system featuring one or more releases of the following types: v shunt, v undervoltage* v low power-consuming mitop**, b operation counter, b a mechanical charged-discharged position indicator of closing springs, b a closing springs end-of-charging contact (NO or NC), b a mechanical open-closed position indicator, b a multi-pin connector for isolating auxiliary circuits. Auxiliary contacts The GMh and RI operating mechanisms are equipped with auxiliary contacts. The number of available contacts depends on the composition of the operating mechanism and the options chosen. However at least three CO contacts are available on the switchgear outgoing terminal block for the external signals.

rated current breaking capacity

10A

AC DC

10A with 220V (p.f. 0,3) 1,5A with 11 or 220V (L/R 0,01s)

GMh and RI operating mechanisms characteristics

type of auxiliaries spring charging motor
AC (V) DC (V) AC (VA) DC (W) 50Hz 60Hz

closing release

shunt opening release

undervoltage Mitop opening opening release release **

single supply
voltage 48-110-220 120-240 24-48-60-110-125-220 500 (GMh) 100 (GMh) 400 (RI) 100 (RI) 300 (GMh) 70 (GMh) 250 (RI) 70 (RI) + + b 1 b 1 b 1 b 1 b 1 b 1

double

consumption

possible combinations of auxilaries and quantity

= or or

100 (GMh) 100 (RI) 70 (GMh) 70 (RI) + b 1 b 1

200 (GMh) 200 (RI) 140 (GMh) 140 (RI) + b 1

75*** 15***

b 1 b 1 b 1

* on request as special solution, please contact us. ** mitop: current-operated release used as an option with the Sepam 100 LA protection relay. *** hold consumpion

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Apparatus GMh and RI auxiliary diagrams

Auxiliary diagram

Sf S So Su

SL

KN SM M

Q SE SN M YF KN Y01 YM M S SN SN Y02 YD S SP1 S SP2

GMh and RI circuit breaker operating mechanisms KN Anti-pumping relay. M Closing spring charging motor. Q Circuit breaker. SE Held tripping contact SF Closing push button (outside). SL Manual charging operation in progress. SM Circuit breaker auxiliary contacts. SN Closing springs end-of-charging contacts. SO Opening push button for shunt trip release (outside). SP1 Pressure-switch contact first level. SP2 Pressure-switch contact second level. SU Opening push button for undervoltage release (outside). YD Mitop opening release (current-operated). YF Closing release. YM Undervoltage opening release (*). Y01-Y02 Shunt opening releases.

(*) On request as special solution please contact us

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Installation Cable terminations

The switchgear is designed for the use of plug-in terminations according to DIN 47636, CENELEC EN 50181 Interface C. It is possible to connect up to two cables (1/3-core cable) for each phase with a max. cable cross section of 630mm2. In order to simplify the assembly and cable-testing work, the height of the connection point is more than 700mm.

Type of cable termination (only for reference, not binding)

rated voltage 12kV type of M.V. cable manufacturer
one or three cores PE or XLPE insulation type Euromold Felten&Guilleaume Raychem Pirelli Euromold Felten&Guilleaume Raychem Pirelli

termination cable type section

400TB 440TB ASTS10/630 RICS51 FMCTS-400 K400TB K440TB ASTS10/630 RICS51 FMCTS-400 70-300 185-630 25-300 25-300 25-300 35-300 185-630 25-300 25-300 25-300

24kV

one or three cores PE or XLPE insulation type

Typical configuration of cable connection for unit up to 1250A

1 cable per phase

2 cables per phase

1 cable per phase + VT connection

2 cables per phase + lightning arresters (or voltage transformers)

cable test device

Nota : 2000A units suitable for connection up to 4 cables per phase (two bushings in parallel per phase).

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Installation Example of lay-out

Line-up switchgear
(two incoming cubicles and one bushing section 24kV 1250A)
(1 100(1)

1100 0

500(1)

500

500

500 incomer 1250 A with VT

500 transformer busbar

1000 bus section 1250 A

500 transformer busbar

500 incomer 1250 A with VT

500

500

500(1)

2 feeders 630 A or 1250 A

2 feeders 630 A or 1250 A

5000

Civil engineering with utilities space

100 (1) room entrance

(1) (2) (3) (4)

2600 (1) 2800 (1)

minimum in accordance with cable bending radius distance needed to extract a funcional unit from the switchboard without moving the other units distance needed to extract the circuit breaker with special truck

LV cable entrance from the bottom inside CL cubicle or at the end side of switchboard.

1500 (4) - 2000 (3)

600

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Environment Preserving the environment

The Schneider recycling procedure for SF6 based products is subject to rigorous management, and allows each device to be traced through to its final destruction.

The Schneider recycling procedure

Within the framework of the groups environmental policy, Schneider services has made an operational procedure available, enabling medium voltage switchgear to be processed while eliminating any release of SF6 into the atmosphere. To help you to protect the environment, and to take care of your storage or dismantling concerns, Schneider services offers to recover any of your equipment that is reaching the end of its service life. The GMset has been designed with environmental protection in mind: b the insulating and conducting materials that are used are identied, easy to separate, and recyclable, b SF6 can be recovered at the end of its life, and reused after treatment.

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