Brosura - Celule Visax - 2011 (En)
Brosura - Celule Visax - 2011 (En)
Brosura - Celule Visax - 2011 (En)
VISAX
MV Air Insulated Switchgear
Unique design
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Simplifying the relationship between the main
components within the switchgear, VISAX
CUSTOMER BENEFITS combines the vacuum circuit breaker and isolator
functions in a rotary circuit breaker module.
Innovative design concept for simplicity and
improved reliability This module which is directly in-line with
the busbars and the circuit connections,
Withdrawable or Fixed/Demountable circuit
when rotated through 90 isolates the circuit
breaker designs
and closes the metallic busbar shutter.
Combined operating points and visual
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indicators for safer operation
All operations are performed in complete
Latest vacuum switching technology
safety from the front panel with the doors and
Maximum space savings with back-to-wall covers closed. Information on the status of all
installation switching elements within the switchboard are
Compact dimensions ergonomically grouped together on a dedicated
Reduced lifetime costs control panels.
Proven reliability The clear information display, using status
indicators that are an integral part of the circuit
Rear cable box option
breaker and the earthing switch, eliminates
any risk of error. VISAX, an innovative concept
In addition VISAX also meets many local and Customer standards including
Energy Networks Association Technical Standard ENA TS 41-36 (UK);
Network Rail (UK); London Underground (UK); Abu Dhabi Water & Electricity
Authority (ADWEA)...
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The vertical in-line layout of all elements in the main circuit allows the position
front of the cubicle
of the circuit breaker and earthing switch to be easily viewed directly from
with the door/covers
the front of the cubicle.
closed by directly driven
With visible isolating positions of the circuit breaker and earthing switch,
operating devices.
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there can be absolutely no doubt whether the devices are in the Service,
Opening and closing
Isolated or Earthed positions, ensuring intrinsically safe operation.
of the circuit breaker in
The two single line mimic diagrams on the front of the cubicle precisely match
the service position is
the internal circuit layout. The first directly integrates the position indicators
carried out directly by
to give a clear visual display of the circuit breaker's status: open, closed,
push buttons located
isolated, in service.
on the front cover, while
The second gives positive indication of the status of the earthing switch,
circuit breaker isolation
eliminating any possibility of error, as the status indicator is an integral part of
is achieved by using an
the earthing switch mechanism. Both mimic diagrams are entirely mechanical,
operating crank handle,
and therefore operate even in the event of a power loss of the unit.
inserted through
In addition, the circuit breaker's rating plate, the operations counter
the cover.
and the status of the spring mechanism are all clearly visible from the front.
The dedicated fully fault
rated earthing switch is
operated from the front. Latest Vacuum switching technology and compact circuit
Direct visual indication breaker module
of the status and The reduced space requirement, the small contact movement and the low
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position of the circuit operating energy required by our state-of the- art vacuum interrupters enable
breaker and earthing the circuit breaker and the disconnector functions to be combined in a single
switch can be seen compact module.
through windows in This circuit breaker module BLV, is optimised for ease of handling and
the front covers. access, and when combined in the VISAX cubicle offers a unique compact
Optionally, all operations switchgear design.
can be carried out
electrically from
Multi-Functional bushing
a remote position, via
motorised isolation and Continuing with the unique design features of VISAX, the ring type current
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circuit earthing switch. transformer are installed in single-pole multi-functional bushing, specially
developed for VISAX. This synthetic resin moulding incorporates
the connection between the circuit breaker and cables together with capacitive
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Busbar configuration
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designed with a range allowing a space saving back to wall installation.
of optional feature The phase arrangement is from front to rear.
and functions.
These increase An optional rear cable box allows main cable connections from the rear,
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the flexibility of either from above or below. This is particularly suited to substations where
the design even there is a cable trench at the rear of the switchgear.
further and allow The phase arrangement is from side to side.
for customised
solutions to precisely Single or three core cables can be accommodated in either design.
match your needs.
Busbar Earthing
Enhanced flexibility is a key feature of VISAX, and this also applies to
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Technical characteristics