Sabre Catalogue - Small - S
Sabre Catalogue - Small - S
Sabre Catalogue - Small - S
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Introduction to Lucy Electric
Lucy Electric is a global leader in switching, the capability to manufacture equipment to suit almost
protection and automation solutions for any location, climate or situation, Lucy Electric can also
electrical distribution systems with over offer maintenance packages and dedicated after sales
100 years’ industry experience. From its support throughout the product lifecycle. A specialist
modest beginnings in street lighting, the UK based research and development facility ensures that
company today is a specialist in secondary Lucy Electric’s products are always at the cutting edge of
power distribution, engineering high- technology enabling rapid response to evolving technical
performance medium voltage switchgear and market demands of customers. All of our purpose
for utility, industrial and commercial built, state of the art manufacturing facilities espouse the
applications with a broad product portfolio latest international Quality and Environmental standards.
that includes overhead line equipment and The global profile of Lucy Electric is emphasised through
retrofit and automation solutions. manufacturing facilities in the United Arab Emirates,
Saudi Arabia and India, offices in China, Dubai, Malaysia
Engineering excellence coupled with state of the and South Africa and an established global network of
art technology make Lucy Electric one of the few industrial partners and contractors operating in over 50
companies that can offer truly bespoke solutions. With countries worldwide.
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SABRE
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Product panorama
Lucy Electric medium voltage and high voltage range
Range name Trident Scimitar Sabre Aegis Rapier GX Rapier AX Rapier DSB
Rated voltage
15.5kV 17.5kV 24kV 24kV 38kV 36kV 145kV
(up to)
Mode of
fault current Fuse Fuse
Vacuum
Vacuum - - -
interruption
Insulation
Oil SF6 Air Air
medium
Rated current
630A 800A 2500A
(up to)
Mounting Ground / Transformer Ground Pole Pole Structure
Local / Remote
Operation
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Introduction to Sabre
Sabre ring main units are designed for secondary
distribution networks up to 24kV. The range is
an ideal solution for indoor/outdoor compact
substations and is available in non-extensible,
extensible and modular formats to suit various
application requirements. All of the switching
functions are insulated with SF6 gas and sealed
in a stainless steel tank with a leakage rate of less
than 0.1% per year.
Characteristics:
• Up to 24kV and 630Amps ratings • Anti-reflex mechanism to prevent load break switch
opening under fault conditions
• Non extensible, extensible and modular range
• Fully interlocked operation with padlocking facility
• Switching functions enclosed in a SF6 gas insulated
for maximum operator protection
steel tank, sealed for life
• Freestanding and transformer mounted units
• Intuitive single line mimic diagram for simple and
safe operation • Actuators (motorised) for ring switches and
circuit breakers
• Integrated earth and test facility for easy and safe cable
test without removing cable connections • Seamless integration with SCADA network for
remote operation and control
• Choice of TLF (time limit fuses) or self/auxiliary
powered relay protection • Maintenance free with 30 years life expectancy
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Installation and operating conditions
• IP54 outdoor installation (kiosk not necessary)
Safety features
Operation mechanism
The operating mechanism of the ring switches and circuit
breaker incorporates mechanical interlocks and padlocking
facilities which make it impossible to simultaneously close
the ring switch/circuit breaker and the earth switch.
Anti-reflex mechanism
Anti-reflex mechanisms on ring switches ensure a time
delay between switching operations.
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Cable earth and test facility (E&T) Ring switches: E&T is a standard feature
located at the bottom of the unit.
E&T feature is used for testing cable insulation and to
locate faults in the circuit without the need to remove the
main cables from the cable box.
The cable test access cover is fully interlocked and cannot
be opened until the ring switch or circuit breaker switch
is in the Earth ON position. The test bushings are earthed
with a star bar which has to be removed for cable tests.
Cable boxes
The cable boxes are located laterally or at the rear of
the ring main unit. Factory mounted protection CTs are
provided on the circuit breaker cable bushings for ease
of installation and to avoid any potential damage to the
CT during transit and connection. For additional operator
safety, the cable boxes are earthed and can be interlocked
to allow access to the operator only if the function is in the
Earth ON position. There is an option
to supply these cable boxes with internal arc rating as
per IEC standards (for further information, please refer
to the cable box, gland and accessories section).
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Safety features
VPIS
VPIS (Voltage Presence Indication System) is an optional
feature in the Sabre range. The VPIS receives a voltage
signal through the voltage divider built into the cable
bushings. They can also be fitted with neon lights and
momentary latching push buttons to show voltage
presence without needing external testing probes.
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Application examples
The key areas of application are
• Energy • Commercial buildings: hospitals, shopping centres,
i. Generation: wind power, solar power hotels, office buildings, data centres
ii. Distribution: compact substations
• Industries: water and waste water, mining, minerals,
• Infrastructure: tunnels, airports, ports, automotive, iron and steel, paper and pulp, cement
underground railway stations and petroleum
Standards
International Standards
IEC 62271-1 IEC 62271-100 IEC 62271-102 IEC 62271-103 IEC 62271-200 ENA TS 41-36
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The Sabre range
Modular non-extensible ring switches are an ideal solution for making a switching point in the network.
VRN6a:
12/15.5kV, 2 ring switches 630A + 1 VCB 250/630A
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Mounting style
• Freestanding units
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Product characteristics
i. Product presentation
VRE6a RMU parts labeled. For other products please
refer to their respective IOM.
14 Door 17
21 TLF
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ii. User interface and interlocking mechanism
Safety interlocking
Ring switch and circuit breaker mechanisms are fitted with safety interlocks to
protect the operator and equipment from unintentional operation
Circuit breaker
mechanism
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iii. Ring switch shafts, one for circuit breaker ON/OFF position and
another for selecting disconnector in Mains or Earth
Standard features (isolation)
• Three function ON, OFF & Earth spring loaded • Interlocked disconnector selector, locked from
mechanism, independent manual operation operation when circuit breaker is in ON position
• Single mechanism with rotary moving shaft for • Trip coil for receiving tripping signal from relay or
TLF devices
switching ON/OFF/Earth positions
• Protection function TLF or relay (customer specific)
• Interlocked selector with padlocking facility for
selecting Mains or Earth ON position • Single line intuitive mimic diagram with clear indication
of switch status (ON, OFF or Earth position)
• Single line intuitive mimic diagram with clear indication • Gas pressure indicator
of switch status (ON, OFF or Earth position)
• Horizontal cable terminations at the rear of the unit
• Fully interlocked cable earth and test (E&T) facility with parallel bushings (except for VRNFS and VRN24
• Gas pressure indicator which have DIN 400 type C bushings as standard)
• Lateral cable terminations with DIN 400 type C bushings • Protection CTs (current transformers) mounted on cable
bushings (customer specific ratios)
• Padlock facility (8mm diameter hole) for all the
• Padlock facility (8mm diameter hole) for all the
operating positions operating positions
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vi. Protection CTs for TLF and relays
The protection CT is used in conjunction with relays or TLF protection to protect a wide range of distribution transformers.
These CTs are mounted on the circuit breaker tee-off bushings inside the cable box to guard them from damage
in transportation, installation and adverse weather conditions.
A comprehensive range of CTs* is available to suit varied application requirements
Dual ratio CT 100/50/-
Dual ratio CT 200:100/-
Triple ratio CT 150:100:50/-
*Please contact our local Sales Office for more information
DIN 400
vii. Bushings type C
i. Cable bushings
a. Ring switch: DIN 400 type C
(125mm phase centre distance)
b. Vacuum circuit breaker tee-off:
• Parallel bushings (105mm phase centre distance)
Optional adaptor for converting parallel Parallel
bushings connection to DIN 400 type C bushings
(125mm phase centre distance)
• DIN 400 type C (125mm phase centre distance)
c. Metering unit: DIN 400 type C
(125mm phase centre distance)
Test bushings
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Cable terminations
The bushings are accessible by removing the cable box covers at the lateral and rear of the unit.
The maximum cable sizes that can be used are:
• 300mm² 3 - core
• 500mm² single - core.
The following types of terminations can be used with the Sabre range:
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Technical Data Sheet
Ring main unit Modular circuit breaker Modular ring switch
General
Rated voltage kV 12 (15.5) 12 (15.5) 17.5 24 12 (15.5) 12 (15.5) 12 (15.5) 12 (15.5) 24 12 (15.5) 12 (15.5) 12 (15.5)
Rated frequency Hz 50/60 50 50/60
Rated lightning impulse withstand voltage
Directly earthed kV 75 (95) 95 125 75 (95) 125 75 (95)
Across disconnector kV 85 (110) 110 145 85 (110) 145 85 (110)
Rated power frequency withstand voltage
Directly earthed kV 28 (38) 38 50 28 (38) 50 28 (38)
Across disconnector kV 38 (45) 45 60 38 (45) 60 38 (45)
Protection
Overall unit IP IP54
Tank with HV parts IP IP67
LV control box IP IP54
Front face + mechanism IP IP2x
Cable box IP IP54
Mechanical impact protection IK IK07 (2J) Indoor, IK08 (5J) Outdoor
Internal arc protection
Unit kA 1 sec 20 21 16 20 16 20
cable box (optional) kA 1 sec 12.5/20 21 12.5 12.5/20 12.5 12.5/20
Gas tank internal arc ratings
AF Standard
AFL Optional
AFLR - Optional - - Optional - Optional
SF6 gas
Filled pressure Bar (G) 0.4 0.5 0.4 0.5 0.4
Minimum operating presure Bar (G) 0 0.3 0 0.3 0
Annual leakage rate ≤0.1% per annum
Weight Kg 1.46 1.56 1.78 1.05 1.56 0.78 0.98
Installation conditions
Ambient air temperature ˚C 40 / 50
Maximum altitude (without derating)* M 1000
Relative humidity (max) - over period
100%
of 24hrs (IEC 62271-1, sub-clause 2.1)
Bus bars
Rated normal current A 630 400/630 630
Rated short time withstand current 20 kA 3s 21kA 1s 16kA 3s 20kA 3s 16kA 3s 20kA 3s
Rated peak withstand current kA 50 54.6 40 50 40 50
* for higher altitude applications please contact our local Lucy Electric sales office
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Ring main unit Modular circuit breaker Modular ring switch
Ring switch
Rated normal current A 630 400/630 630 630 630
Rated active load breaking current A 630 400/630 630 630 630
Rated short circuit making current
Ring switch kA 50 54.6 40 50 50
Earth switch kA 50 54.6 40 50 50
Rated cable charging breaking current A 25 25
Rated short time withstand current
Ring switch 20 kA 3s 21kA 1s 16kA 3s 20kA 3s 20kA 3s
Earth switch 20 kA 3s 21kA 1s 16kA 3s 20kA 3s 20kA 3s
Mechanical endurance class
Ring switch M2 (5000) M2 (5000)
Earth switch M1 (1000) M1 (1000)
Electrical endurance class short circuit making
Ring switch E3 (5 times) E1 (2 times) E3 (5 times) E3 (5 times)
Earth switch E2 (3 times) E1 (2 times) E2 (3 times) E2 (3 times)
Operating mechanism
Local: close/open Handle Handle
Remote: close/open Actuator (Motor) Actuator (Motor)
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Dimensions
Dimensions & floor:
VRN2A
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Sabre models and options
Modular units
Range Ring main units Modular circuit Modular ring
breaker switches
Non
Extensibility Non extensible Extensible Extensible
extensible
Models VRN2a VRN6a VRNFS VRN24 VRE2a VRE6a VCE2a VCE6a VCE24 SSE6a DSE6a DSN6a
2 RSW+ 2 RSW+ 2 RSW+ 2 RSW+ 2 RSW+ 2 RSW+
Description 1VCB 1VCB 1VCB 1VCB 1VCB 1VCB
1VCB 1VCB 1VCB 1 RSW 2 RSW 2 RSW
General
Extensibility
Non extensible • • • • - - - - - - - •
LH extensible - - - - o o o o o o o -
RH extensible - - - - o o o o - o o -
Both sides extensible - - - - o o o o - o o -
Impulse withstand voltage (BIL) kVP
(choose one from below)
12kV at 75KVP BIL o o - - o o o o - o o o
15.5kV at 95KVP BIL o o - - o o o o - o o o
17.5kV at 95KVP BIL - - o - - - - - - - - -
24kV at 125kVP BIL - - - o - - - - o - - -
24kV at 145kVP BIL - - - o - - - - o - - -
Low gas pressure alarm auxiliary contact 1NO o o o o o o o o o o o o
Pressure indicator gauge with Hanson coupling • • • • • • • • • • • •
Mounting style
Transformer mounted unit (fitted with ESI flange) o - - - - - o - - - - -
Freestanding unit o • • • • • o • • • • •
No ESI flange (with cable box)1 o o o o o o o o • - - -
ESI Transformer flange fitted (with/without cable o o o o o o o o o - - -
box)1
Height of tee-off bushing from floor
(applicable to freestanding units)
1100mm o - - o - - - - - - - -
1320mm o o - o - - - - - - - -
1348mm - - • - - - - - - - - -
1402mm o o - o - - - - - - - -
Height of extension bushings from floor
(applicable to free standing units)
1072 mm - - - - • • • • • • • •
Any other (available on request) - - - - o o o o o o o o
Internal arc protection for gas chamber (tank)
AF • • • • • • • • • • • •
AFL o o o o o o o o o o o o
AFLR o o - o o o o o - o o o
Tank exhaust at top • • - - • • • • - • • •
Tank exhaust at rear - - • • - - - - - - - -
Extensible bus bar bushings: Obround (Hysol) - - - - • • • • - • • -
Vacuum circuit breaker
Short circuit breaking current
16kA RMS - - - • - - - - • - - -
20kA RMS • • - - • • • • - - - -
21kA RMS - - • - - - - - - - - -
25KA RMS 2 - o o - - o - o - - - -
Non
Extensibility Non extensible Extensible Extensible
extensible
Models VRN2a VRN6a VRNFS VRN24 VRE2a VRE6a VCE2a VCE6a VCE24 SSE6a DSE6a DSN6a
2 RSW+ 2 RSW+ 2 RSW+ 2 RSW+ 2 RSW+ 2 RSW+
Description 1VCB 1VCB 1VCB 1VCB 1VCB 1VCB
1VCB 1VCB 1VCB 1 RSW 2 RSW 2 RSW
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Non
Extensibility Non extensible Extensible Extensible
extensible
Models VRN2a VRN6a VRNFS VRN24 VRE2a VRE6a VCE2a VCE6a VCE24 SSE6a DSE6a DSN6a
2 RSW+ 2 RSW+ 2 RSW+ 2 RSW+ 2 RSW+ 2 RSW+
Description 1VCB 1VCB 1VCB 1VCB 1VCB 1VCB
1VCB 1VCB 1VCB 1 RSW 2 RSW 2 RSW
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