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UniSec
Air-insulated medium voltage secondary
distribution switchgear
Index
6 1. General specifications
10 2. Typical units
24 3. Main components
32 4. Mechanical interlocks
33 5. Protection devices
40 6. IEC classification
49 9. Configuration software
50 10. Recycling
51 11. Applications
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UniSec – A superior switchgear range
Always the optimum solution for different needs Reliable and Safe
UniSec brings the most versatile switchgear to the market, Reliability and service continuity are assured.
with a very broad portfolio of functional units. UniSec’s long life-cycle is assured by extensive product
Fewer parts, all standardized and modularized, require less testing and an unrivaled global service network.
service training and fewer competences. The metallic partitions between busbars and cable compart-
Comfortable access for cable connection; simple solutions for ments is a further safety and service continuity feature.
panel connectivity; easily removable circuit-breakers. Personnel safety is paramount. Safety features protect your
The design enables customization, even at the later project investment.
stages, and easy modifications, fast replacement and The UniSec range is fully designed and type tested according
upgrading of main accessories. to the IEC standard no. 62271-200, and has a high internal
UniSec brings you state-of-the-art control, monitoring and pro- arc withstandability rating.
tection technology. From low-end self-powered protection relays Optional arc-protection solutions integrated in protection
to high-end configurable terminals, available for all applications. relays limit the negative effects of the internal arc.
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Genuinely adaptable Committed all the way
Any place, anywhere, with ABB’s global experience and Backed by ABB’s global presence, financial strength
knowledge, UniSec will always have the answer for local and sustainable approach to long-term development,
challenges and conditions. UniSec is here to make a difference.
Knowledge of the local markets served A sustainable solution from a long-term player in the
by a global footprint global marketplace
ABB operates in around 100 countries. That helps us ABB’s global presence, philosophy of continuous
understands local markets and regulatory regimes. Wherever development and financial strength mean you can rely on our
you operate, we not only apply the relevant standards long-term commitment to making UniSec the leading brand in
and specifications but also deliver localized drawings, secondary distribution air-insulated switchgear.
documentation, training and eLearning packages. It combines high quality, state-of-the-art technology with
Because identical UniSec switchgear and components minimal environmental impact.
are produced and shipped in all parts of the world Support includes UniSec tools, services, product configurator,
from regional factories, delivery times are optimized, eLearning, personalized training and product documentation.
quality is assured and supply is guaranteed.
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1. General specifications
Designed for all applications − Wide range of state-of-the-art protection relays, integrated
UniSec is ABB’s new air-insulated, metal-enclosed on circuit-breakers or separately mounted for protection,
switchgear, LSC2A-PM design, in accordance with loss of control and metering.
service continuity definitions (IEC 62271-200).
Compliance with Standards
UniSec offers these features: − IEC 62271-200
− Air insulation of all live parts − EN 62271-200 in particular, with reference to the classifi-
− SF 6 switch-disconnector cations introduced by the standards, UniSec switchgear is
− Removable circuit-breakers defined as follows:
− LSC2A service continuity classification - classification of service continuity: LSC2A
− Withdrawable circuit-breaker classified LSC2B service - classification of the partitions: PM (Metallic partitions) for
continuity classification (to be released later) units with switch-disconnector.
− Complete portfolio of functional units and accessories
VD4/R-SEC HD4/R-SEC
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Available versions Surface treatment
– Internal arc fault tested in accordance with IEC 62271-200 The UniSec units are made of pre-galvanized sheet. The
– Arc proof according to IEC 62271-200 standards in the doors of the front panels and the switch-disconnector cover
arc proof on three sides version IAC AFLR (front, lateral, are painted grey RAL 7035. The surface appearance is gloss.
rear) 12.5 kA, 16 kA and 21 kA.
The versions with withdrawable circuit-breakers are part of the Fields of application
UniSec range and will be available in the next product release. − Medium voltage secondary power distribution
− Transformer substations
Available apparatus − Control and protection of feeders and power transformers
− GSec type gas switch-disconnector − Infrastructure
− VD4/R-SEC removable vacuum circuit-breakers − Airports
− HD4/R-SEC removable SF6 gas circuit-breakers − Hospitals, shopping centres
− VD4-SEC and HD4-SEC withdrawable circuit-breaker (to − Industries.
be released later).
Technical documentation
Normal service conditions To obtain in-depth information about technical and application
− Range of ambient temperature: –5 °C ... +40 °C aspects of the apparatus used in UniSec switchgear, please
− Maximum relative humidity without condensation: 95 % request the following publications:
− Minimum relative humidity without condensation: 5 % − VD4 circuit-breaker 1VCP000263
− Altitude: < 1000 m a.s.l. above the sea level. − HD4 circuit-breaker 1VCP000028
− Current transformers 1VLC000501
Degrees of protection − Voltage transformers 1VLC000572
− For enclosure IP 3X − REF615 1MRS756381
− For partition between compartments IP 2X − REF601 1MDS07202
− For mechanical operating equipment IP 3X. − REF610 1MRS756029
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1. General specifications
Design concept All the units fitted with a door have a mechanical interlock
Each unit is constructed entirely using pre-galvanized metal which only allows door opening under safe conditions.
sheets. Each unit consists of several compartments, which There is a metal wiring duct in each unit to segregate the low
are described in the following paragraphs. voltage circuits from the medium voltage circuits.
Compartments Switch-disconnector
Each unit consists of two power compartments: cable [8] and Switch-disconnector compartment contains an SF6-insulated
busbar [4] compartments. 3-position switch-disconnector type GSec.
Units can be fitted with an auxiliary circuits compartment [7], The contacts of the switch-disconnector are housed in an
where all the instruments and cabling are housed. enclosure made of two materials: the top part is a moulded
Arc-proof switchgear is normally provided with a duct for resin case to guarantee the insulation level; the bottom part
evacuation of the gases produced by an arc. All the units are is made of stainless steel to guarantee metallic partitions and
accessible from the front and the maintenance and service earthing between busbar compartment and cable compart-
operations can therefore also be carried out with the switch- ment.
gear wall mounted. This metallic partitions (classification PM - Metallic Parti-
Units equipped with switch-disconnector are segregated from tions according to the IEC 62271-200 Standard) guarantees
each other by metallic partitions. maximum safety for personnel in the case of intervention in
the cable compartment even with the busbar energized, for
Main busbars example to replace the fuses or to check the cables.
The busbar compartment contains the main busbar system
connected to the fixed upper contacts of the switch-discon- Earthing switch
nector. The main busbars are made of electrolytic copper up Each incoming/outgoing cable compartment can be fitted with
to 1250 A. The system features flat busbars. an earthing switch for cable earthing (apart from DRC unit).
There is a busbar compartment along the whole length of the
switchgear. Cable compartment
Each unit is preset with holes for fixing to the floor and is The switch-disconnector creates a metallic partition between
provided with bottom closure fitted with openings for medium the cable and busbar compartment. It can contain different
voltage cable passage. apparatus according to the typical unit.
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Terminals Mechanism compartment
The cable compartment contains the terminal bars for This compartment contains the switch-disconnector and
connection of the power cables to the fixed lower isolating earthing switch operating mechanism, mechanical interlocks
contacts of the apparatus. The terminals are made of and position indicators. Auxiliary contacts, trip coils and
electrolytic copper. They features flat busbars for the whole voltage indicators are also fitted in this compartment.
range of currents.
Cables
Auxiliary circuits compartment Single and three-phase cables up to a maximum of two per
An auxiliary circuit compartment is available in either a basic phase can be used depending on the rated voltage, the unit
or large version depending on the required application. dimensions and the cable cross section.
The large version is normally used for protection relays. Three-phase cable shall be branched below the foor, then it
Protection relays, secondary wiring and terminal blocks are can be mounted as single-phase cables.
installed in this compartment. The switchgear can be wall-mounted in the station as cables
are easily accessible from the front.
4 4
7 7
1 1
5 5
6
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2. Typical units
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SDC – Switch-disconnector unit with cable
C
A
GSec 3-position switch-disconnector 4 change-over contacts for closed and earthed positions
Switch- Operating mechanism with mechanical position indication Digital or conventional manometer with optional alarm contacts
disconnector Integrated voltage indicators Motor operation device
Enclosure of busbar compartment DIN or ring-core type current transformer (not in 375 mm unit)
Integrated basic auxiliary circuits compartment Accessories for specified internal arc classification
Mechanical interlockings Channel for control cables
Busbars Surge arresters
Enclosure of the cable compartment Anti condensation heater
Cable terminals Apparatus earthing bar
Cable entry with cable support Keys interlock
Unit
Through-going earthing bar Short-circuit indicator
Padlocks
Internal lighting
Large auxiliary circuits compartment
Voltage transformers (750 mm units)
Surge arresters (750 mm units)
Terminals for cables in parallel (750 mm units)
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2. Typical units
C
A
GSec 3-position switch-disconnector 4 change-over contacts for closed and earthed positions
Switch- Operating mechanism with mechanical position indication Digital or conventional manometer with optional alarm contacts
disconnector Integrated voltage indicators Motor operation device
Enclosure of busbar compartment DIN-type current transformer (not in 375 mm unit)
Integrated basic auxiliary circuits compartment DIN-type voltage transformers (in 500 mm unit with lower busbar exit to left)
Mechanical interlockings Accessories for specified internal arc classification
Busbars Channel for control cables
Bottom cover Anti condensation heater
Unit
Through-going earthing bar Apparatus earthing bar
Internal lighting
Keys interlock
Padlocks
Large auxiliary circuits compartment
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SDM – Isolating unit with measurement with switch-disconnector
GSec 3-position switch-disconnector 4 change-over contacts for closed and earthed positions
Switch- Operating mechanism with mechanical position indication Digital or conventional manometer with optional alarm contacts
disconnector Integrated voltage indicators Motor operation device
Enclosure of busbar compartment Current transformers to DIN standards (always provided)
Integrated basic auxiliary circuits compartment Voltage transformers to DIN standards
Mechanical interlockings Accessories for specified internal arc classification
Busbars Channel for control cables
Bottom cover Anti condensation heater
Unit
Through-going earthing bar Apparatus earthing bar
Internal lighting
Large auxiliary circuits compartment
Surge arresters
Cable terminals
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2. Typical units
C
A
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SFS – Switch-fuse combination unit for sectionalizing
C
A
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2. Typical units
C A
GSec 3-position switch-disconnector 4 change-over contacts for closed and earthed positions
Switch- Operating mechanism with mechanical position indication Digital or conventional manometer with optional alarm contacts
disconnector Integrated voltage indicators Motor operation device
Opening mechanism with mechanical position indication
VD4 - HD4 Motor operation device
and close-open push-button
Circuit-breaker
Removable circuit-breaker, vacuum or SF6 gas type Current sensors
Enclosure of busbar compartment DIN or ring-core type current transformer
Integrated basic auxiliary circuits compartment DIN-type voltage transformer
Mechanical interlockings Accessories for specified internal arc classification
Busbars Channel for control cables
Enclosure of the cable compartment Anti condensation heater
Cable terminals Internal lighting
Unit
Cable entry with cable support Apparatus earthing bar
Earthing switch for cable terminals (ES 230) Wide range of protection relays
Through-going earthing bar Keys interlock
Padlocks
Surge arresters
Large auxiliary circuits compartment
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SBS – Switch-disconnector unit with circuit-breaker for
sectionalizing
Available unit width 750 mm.
Switch-disconnector unit with circuit-breaker for sectionalizing
is used together with the riser unit. The standard units are
equipped with a 3-position switch-disconnector in series
with a circuit-breaker for sectionalizing the busbar. The unit
is equipped with a vacuum or a SF6-gas circuit-breaker. The
breaker is rail mounted and fixed to the busbars. Earthing
facility on the switch-disconnector is always included.
The door is mechanically interlocked with the switch-discon-
B nector‘s earthing position to give personnel safety. The unit
is designed to be equipped with CTs (Standard DIN size).
Alternatively a circuit-breaker with integrated current sensor
and relay is available.
C A
GSec 3-position switch-disconnector 4 change-over contacts for closed and earthed positions
Switch- Operating mechanism with mechanical position indication Digital or conventional manometer with optional alarm contacts
disconnector Integrated voltage indicators Motor operation device for switch-disconnector
Opening mechanism with mechanical position indication
VD4 - HD4 Motor operation device
and close-open push-button
Circuit-breaker
Removable circuit-breaker, vacuum or SF6 gas type
Enclosure of busbar compartment DIN-type current transformer
Integrated basic auxiliary circuits compartment Accessories for specified internal arc classification
Mechanical interlockings Channel for control cables
Busbars Anti condensation heater
Earthing switch for cable terminals (ES 230) Apparatus earthing bar
Unit
Bodemplaat Internal lighting
Through-going earthing bar Wide range of protection relays
Keys interlock
Padlocks
Large auxiliary circuits compartment
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2. Typical units
GSec 3-position switch-disconnector 4 change-over contacts for closed and earthed positions
Switch- Operating mechanism with mechanical position indication Digital or conventional manometer with optional alarm contacts
disconnector Integrated voltage indicators
Opening mechanism with mechanical position indication
VD4 - HD4 Motor operation device
and close-open push-button
Circuit-breaker
Removable circuit-breaker, vauum or SF6 gas type Current sensors
DIN-type current transformer or combisensores, installed in busbars
Integrated basic auxiliary circuits compartment
compartment
Mechanical interlockings Ring-core current transformer, installed in the bottom
Busbars Earthing switch in busbar compartment (EF 230)
Enclosure of the cable compartment Accessories for specified internal arc classification
Earthing switch in cable compartment (ES 230) Channel for control cables
Unit Through-going earthing bar Anti condensation heater
Internal lighting
Apparatus earthing bar
Keys interlock
Padlocks
Wide range of protection relays
Large auxiliary circuits compartment
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SFV – Switch-fuse combination unit for measuring
C
A
GSec Operating mechanism with mechanical position indication Digital or conventional manometer with optional alarm contacts
Switch- Integrated voltage indicators Opening tripping coil
disconnector Closing tripping coil
1 change-over contact for fuse tripped indication
Enclosure of busbar compartment Accessories for specified internal arc classification
Integrated basic auxiliary circuits compartment Channel for control cables
Mechanical interlockings Apparatus earthing bar
Fuse tripping system Anti condensation heater
Busbars Internal lighting
Unit
Earthing switch for lower fuse holder (EF 230) Keys interlock
Fuse base Padlocks
(1)
Din type voltage trasformers DIN-type fuses
Bottom cover Large auxiliary circuits compartment
Through-going earthing bar
(1)
DIN Fuses: 292 & 442 mm @ 12-17.5 kV
442 mm @ 24 kV
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2. Typical units
C
A
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DRS – Direct riser unit for sectionalizing
C
A
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2. Typical units
RLC/RRC – Lateral cable risers, left and right (for SBR unit only)
B B
C C
A A
RLC RRC
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Weights
Circuit-breaker
VD4/R 90 kg
HD4/R 105 kg
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3. Main components
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Gas circuit-breaker removable version
HD4/R-SEC SF6 medium voltage circuit-breakers, have been 7 kit 1: set of five open/closed auxiliary contacts.
specially designed for installation in UniSec cubicles, and are Un = 24…250V AC-DC
equipped with right-hand operating mechanism. They use SF6 8 kit 2: shunt opening release (M01), they allow the remote
gas to extinguish the electric arc and as the insulating means. opening of the apparatus.
They are constructed using the separate pole technique. Power supply voltage:
The operating mechanism is the ESH type with stored energy, − 24 - 30 - 48 - 60 - 110 - 125 - 220 - 250 V DC
free release, and with closing and opening independent of − 24 - 48 - 60 - 110 - 120...127 - 220...240 V 50 Hz
operator action. By adding electrical accessories, remote con- − 110 - 120 - 127 - 220 - 240 V 60 Hz.
trol is possible. Construction is compact, sturdy and of limited 9 kit 3: key lock in open position with different or the same
weight. The HD4/R-SEC are systems with lifelong sealed keys.
pressure (IEC 60271-1 Standards).
Two-level pressure switch
Breaking technique − First level - intervention for low pressure: the indication
SF6 is an inert gas with excellent insulating properties. Thanks is given when the gas pressure drops from 380 kPa abso-
to its special thermal and chemical stability, SF6 maintains its lute to a value under 310 kPa absolute.
characteristics over a long time, ensuring a high level of reli- − Second level - intervention for insufficient pressure: the
ability for the circuit-breakers. indication is given when the gas pressure drops to below
The blasting and cooling effect of SF6 and the special shape 280 kPa absolute.
of the contacts, gradually quenches the electric arc and rap- The pressure switch must be requested at the time of order-
idly restores the dielectric properties, without re-ignition. This ing because it must be mounted and tested in the factory.
process results in very low over-voltage values and short arc
duration. These characteristics make HD4/R-SEC the ideal Circuit-breaker locking device with lamps for insufficient
circuit-breaker in MV distribution substations. SF 6 gas pressure
This device can only be supplied for circuit-breakers provided
Standard equipment with a pressure switch.
1 closing push-button The locking circuit is an optional application and can only be
2 opening push-button installed by ABB.
3 operation counter The following configurations are available:
4 mechanical signaling devices for circuit-breaker open/closed A - Circuit for automatic circuit-breaker opening with three
5 manual spring charging handle coupling signaling lamps.
6 mechanical signaling device for closing springs B - Circuit for locking the circuit-breaker in the position it is
charged/discharged found in, with three signaling lamps.
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3. Main components
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GSec gas switch-disconnectors
GSec is an SF6-insulated 3-position switch-disconnector. Actuator type 2 - Stored energy device with independent
The contacts of the switch-disconnectors are housed in an en- operation
closure made of two materials: the top part is a moulded resin This enables rapid manual closing of the switch-disconnector
case to guarantee the insulation level; the bottom part is made with operation independent of the operator, obtained by
of stainless steel to guarantee metallic partitions and earthing means of a spring charged until it exceeds dead centre.
between busbar compartment and cable compartment. The operation cycle takes place with the following sequence:
This guarantee maximum personnel safety in the case of − charging of opening and closing springs by means of lever
interventions in the cable compartment even with the main or motor operator
busbars supplied with power, for example to replace one or − closing of the switch-disconnector by means of push-but-
more fuses or to check the cables. ton or closing release
The switch-disconnector can be used in combination with − opening of the switch-disconnector by means of push-
fuses, for example for protection of transformers. button or opening release or by means of a release system
activated by the fuse striker in the case of even a single
Actuator fuse blowing without re-charging of spring.
The GSec actuator can be accessed directly from the front The actuator type 2 also carries out rapid manual closing of
and allows easy plug and play installation and replacement of the earthing switch with operating speed independent of the
accessories. The GSec actuator has separate operating seats operator.
for the isolation and earthing operations.
The GSec uses two different types of actuators: Tripping times of GSec actuators
− type 1 with single spring for closing and opening opera-
tions. It can be operated by lever and motor; Motor operated or manual single spring operating
− type 2 with double springs for closing and opening mechanism (without coils)
operations. It can be operated by push-buttons (springs
charging with lever) or motor opening and closing releases.
In case of emergency both actuators can be operated 1
manually, by means of the operating lever (type 1) or by
means of the push-buttons (type 2), even if equipped with
motor operator. The normal power supply voltages of the motor
and releases are: 0
− 24 - 60 V AC/DC – Low voltage version (for 48-60 V AC/DC T T
type 2 operating mechanisms)
T (motor operated, including spring loading and opening/closing) < 5 sec
− 110 - 220 V AC/DC – High voltage version. T (manual) = depending on operator for the spring loading phase
0 = with disconnector in “open” position
Actuator type 1 - With independent operation on 1 = with disconnector in “closed” position
exceeding dead centre
This enables rapid manual or motor operated closing and
opening of the switch-disconnector with operating speed in-
dependent of the operator. Closing or opening takes place by
charging the above-mentioned spring (manually or by motor)
until it exceeds dead centre. It also carries out rapid manual
closing of the earthing switch with operating speed independ-
ent of the operator.
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3. Main components
Manual double spring operating mechanism Motor operated double spring operating mechanism
(without or without coils) (coils always included)
1 1
0 0
T1 T2 T3 T1 T2
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GSec gas switch-disconnectors accessories
Accessories
4 Opening release (only for type 2 actuator) 9 Temperature compensated pressure switch(1)
This is an electromechanical device which, following energisa- The pressure switch allows monitoring of the gas pressure
tion of an electromagnet, activates the remote opening of the and provide an alarm signaling low pressure.
line switch-disconnector. The device provides the following indications.
Power supply voltages: − correct operating pressure (ok)
− 24 - 60 V AC/DC - Low voltage version − low pressure (low): indication of the minimum gas level for
− 110 - 220 V AC/DC - High voltage version. which operation of the disconnector is guaranteed
− pressure insufficient (very low): the disconnector cannot be
5 Closing release (only for type 2 actuator) operated.
This is an electromechanical device which, following energisa-
tion of an electromagnet, activates the remote closing of the 10 Manometer (1)
line switch-disconnector. The manometer provide visual monitoring of the pressure of
Power supply voltages: the gas.
− 24 - 60 V AC/DC - Low voltage version
− 110 - 220 V AC/DC - High voltage version.
(1)
Specify the request at the time of order.
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3. Main components
ABB CEF fuses for protecting the transformer (IEC 60282-1/DIN 43625)
Three fuses (one fuse for each phase) for transformer protec- Transformer protection and selection of fuses
tion can be connected in series with the switch-disconnector. The usage table given below takes the required conditions
Selection of the fuse according to the voltage and power of into account, i.e. sufficiently high rated current to avoid
the transformer must be made in conformity with the data untimely fuse blowing during the no-load connection stage
indicated in the table. and, in any case, of a value which guarantees protection of
the machine against faults on the low voltage side.
3 16 25 25 40 40 50 63 80 100 125 – – – – – –
5 10 16 25 25 25 40 40 50 63 80 100 125 – – – – 3.6/7.2
6 6 16 16 25 25 25 40 40 50 63 80 100 125 – – –
10 6 10 16 16 16 20 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 100 125 –
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12 6 6 10 16 16 16 20 20 25 40 40 50 63 80 100 125
15 6 6 10 10 16 16 16 20 20 25 40 40 50 63 80 80 17.5
20 6 6 6 10 10 16 16 16 20 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80
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24 6 6 6 6 10 10 16 16 16 20 20 25 40 40 50 63
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Transformers and sensors
Conventional instrument transformers Current and voltage sensors
Conventional instrument transformer technology is well known The functionality of sensors is similar to conventional in-
and extensively used in various applications. The design is strument transformers with the focus on a higher level of
appropriate to provide protection of metering system against standardization. The sensor technology is also focused on a
over-currents, over-voltages or any other faulty conditions in reduced environmental impact as well as improved safety and
the network that need to be analyzed and further processed. reliability of the application. Numerous applications for combi-
The current & voltage transformers for UniSec comply with the nation with different protection relays are available.
IEC 60044-2 & IEC 60044-1 standards. The dimensions are in
accordance with the DIN42600 standard.
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4. Mechanical interlocks
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5. Protection devices
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5. Protection devices
REF601 is a numerical feeder protection relay intended for The 610 serie includes IEDs for feeder protection, motor
protection and control of utility and industrial power systems protection and general system voltage supervision. The plug-
in distribution networks. The relay provides basic short-circuit, in design of the 610 series IECs facilitates the commissioning
overcurrent and earth-fault protection in solidly earthed, of the switchgear and enables fast and safe insertion and
resistance earthed and isolated neutral networks. The phase withdrawal of IED plug-in units.
currents are measured with current sensors of the Rogowski The numerical feeder protection IEDs of the 610 series
coil type and earth-fault current can be internally calculated or support a wide rage of standard communication protocols,
measured with conventional current transformers. among them the IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-103, Modbus and
Profibus.
ABB offers two sensors: • REF610 is a protection relay mainly designed for the pro-
− KECA (type Rogowski coil) mounting around MV cables tection of incoming and outgoing feeders in MV distribution
− KEVCR mounting on-board the circuit-breaker. substations. REF610 can also be used as back-up protec-
The REF601 can be mounted on-board the circuit-breaker tion for motors, transformers and generators, in industrial
VD4/R-Sec and HD4/R-Sec or in the auxiliary circuits com- as well as in utility applications. The integrated protection
partment. functions, including three-stage overcurrent protection and
Furthermore two types of relay are available: a two-stage, non-directional earth-fault make REF610 a
− REF 601 according to IEC standard solid protection against overcurrent and earth faults.
− REF 601 according to CEI 0-16 standard for Italian market. • REM610 is a motor IED for the protection, measuring
and supervision of medium sized and large asynchronous
Auxiliary supply voltage: LV motors and small and medium-sized asynchronous
24…240 V AC/DC HV motors in manufacturing and process industry. The
REM610 is also used for the protection of cable feeders
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and distribution transformers benefiting from thermal • REF615 provides main protection for overhead lines, cable
overload protection besides phase overcurrent protection, feeders and busbar systems of distribution substations.
earth-fault protection and phase unbalance protection. It fits both isolated neutral networks and networks with
• REU610 is designed for distribution substation busbar resistance or impedance earthed neutrals.
overvoltage and undervoltage protection, feeder and power • REM615 is a dedicated motor protection and control IED
transformer overvoltage protection, motor undervoltage perfectly aligned for the protection, control, measurement
protection, and capacitor bank protection and supervision. and supervision of asynchronous motors in manufacturing
In isolated neutral power systems, it is also used for non- and process industry.
discriminative earth-fault protection based on residual • RET615 is a dedicated transformer protection and control
voltage measurement. IED for power transformers, unit and step-up transformers
including power generator-transformer blocks in utility and
Auxiliary supply voltage: industry power distribution systems.
High: 110 - 240 V AC • The line differential RED615 relay can be applied especially
110 - 250 V DC for applications requiring absolutely selective feeder
Low: 24 - 60 V DC protection (unit type of protection). This relay maintains
selectivity even in cases where the fault current magnitude
varies and fault current can be fed from several sources.
RE- 615 Series This is usually the case in closed loop, ring type and
meshed networks.
Packed with the latest protection technology and featuring
native support for the prevailing IEC 61850 substation In addition to protection, all 615 series IEDs offer the function-
communication standard, ABB’s 615 series protection and ality needed for local and remote control of a circuit-breaker.
control IEDs are the ideal choice for the protection and control
of distribution substations. The in-depth implementation of the Auxiliary supply voltage:
IEC 61850 substation communication standard in 615 series High: 100 - 110 - 120 - 220 - 240 V 50/60 Hz
IEDs covers both vertical and horizontal communication, 46 - 60 - 115 - 220 - 250 V DC
including GOOSE messaging and parameter setting according Low: 24 - 30 - 48 - 60 V DC
to IEC 61850-8-1.
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5. Protection devices
COM600, ABB’s station automation device, is an all-in-one logic processor makes COM600 a flexible implementation plat-
communication gateway, automation platform and user inter- form for substation-level automation tasks. As a user interface
face solution for utility and industrial distribution substations. solution COM600 accommodates web technology based func-
The gateway functionality provides seamless IEC 61850 con- tionalities providing access to substation devices and process-
nectivity between substation IEDs and network-level control es via a web browser based human machine interface (HMI).
and management systems. The automation platform with its COM600 is available only on request.
EMS/ DISTRIBUTED
CONTROL
REMOTE
ACCESS -
SCADA SYSTEM ENGINEERING
OPC Client/Server
WAN
Ethernet switch
GPS
Serial protocols
(DNP3, IEC 60870-5-101)
LAN 1
Ethernet switch
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Options for arc flash protection
Time is critical when it comes to detecting and minimizing Selective busbar protection with arc flash sensors
the effects of an electric arc. An arc fault lasting 500 ms may The cable terminations are the most fault-prone components
cause severe damage to the installation. If the burning time of of MV switchgear. Busbar protection systems based on
the arc is less than 100 ms the damage is often smaller, but if current measurement are generally not sensitive enough to
the arc is extinguished in less than 35 ms its effect is almost detect faults occurring in the cable terminations and may even
unnoticeable. cause the entire busbar system to be de-energized, even
An adequate arc flash protection system protects against arc though tripping of the feeder concerned would clear the fault.
faults by minimizing the burning time of the arc, thus prevent- Protection systems based on arc flash detection selectively
ing excessive heat and damage. It minimizes material dam- trip the relevant feeder CB and leave the busbar system intact.
age, increases personnel safety and allows power distribution By installing arc flash sensors to monitor each compartment
to be smoothly and safely restored. of the switchgear cubicle the protection speed can be even
further increased. At the same time, new technology offers
High-speed busbar protection with GOOSE increased operational reliability and flexibility of the protection.
Traditional interlocking-based protection schemes that utilize With REF615 the total fault clearance time can be reduced to
the conventional hard-wired blocking signal paths between 10 ms plus the circuit-breaker’s contact travel time.
the switchgear cubicles are generally not fast enough to en- As an option each REF615 feeder protection and control IED
sure safe fault clearance times at arc faults. By means of IEC can be provided with three arc flash sensors, one for each
61850 based GOOSE communication the traditional interlock- compartment of the switchgear cubicle. The busbar arc flash
ing scheme can be speeded up considerably. protection is based on the detection of an arcing fault on the
The IEC 61850 implementation in REF615 includes fast busbar system. The IED which detects the flash transfers a
peer-to-peer communication over the substation bus. Using GOOSE message or uses the traditional hard-wired com-
GOOSE communication the REF615 IEDs of the incoming munication paths to transfer the message to the other IEDs.
and outgoing feeders of a substation co-operate to form a The IEDs of the cubicles feeding fault current to the busbar
stable, reliable and high-speed busbar protection system. system also receive the flash fault message and trip their
When using GOOSE communication, the traditional relay-to- circuit-breakers as fast as possible. Typically, at an arcing fault
relay hard-wiring throughout the switchgear is replaced by the arc flash protection, clears the faults about twice as fast
a station-wide Ethernet LAN (Local Area Network). By using as busbar protection system based on peer-to-peer messag-
GOOSE messaging an operational speed gain of about 30% ing between IEDs.
can be achieved in comparison with the operating speed of
the classic, interlocking-based busbar protection schemes.
The speed advantage is entirely attained from the speed and
reliability of the GOOSE service.
The cost-effective GOOSE-based busbar protection is ob-
tained just by configuring the IEDs, and the operational avail- IED “A”
ability of the protection is assured by continuous supervision
of the protection IEDs and their GOOSE messaging over the
station bus. Possible transmission breaks and errors will im-
mediately be detected and corrective measures can be taken.
Apart from a standard Ethernet LAN, no separate hard-wiring
is needed for the horizontal communication between the
switchgear cubicles.
GOOSE
IED “B”
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5. Protection devices
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List of protection functions for type of relay
Protection Functions ANSI Code REF601 REF610 REU610 REM610 REF615(*) RED615 (**) REM615 RET615
Three-phase undervoltage protection 27 − − X − X (1) − X −
Cumulative start-up time counter and restart
37 − − − X − − X −
inhibit function
Phase discontinuity protection 46 − X − X X X X X
Phase reversal protection 46R − − − X − X −
Positive-sequence undervoltage protection 47 <;> − − X X (1) − X −
Motor start-up supervision based on thermal
48/14 − − − X − − − −
stress calculation
Three-phase thermal overload protection for
49 − X − − − − X X
cables
Temperature protection using RTD sensors or
49/38 − − − X − − − −
thermistors
Three-phase thermal protection for feeder,
49 − − − X X X (9) − X
cables and distribution transformer
Three-phase non-directional overcurrent,
50 X X − − − − − −
very high-set stage
Three-phase non-directional overcurrent,
51 X X − − X (2) X X X
low-set stage
Motor load jam protection 51LR − − − − − − X −
Non-directional earth-fault, low-set stage 51N X X − − X X (7) X X
Three-phase non-directional overcurrent,
50/51 X X − X X X X X
high-set stage
Non-directional earth-fault, high-set stage 50N/51N X X − X X (3)
X (7)
− −
Arc protection 50L/50NL − X − − X (6) − X X
Three-phase define time overcurrent protection 51/14 − − − X − − − −
Three-phase overvoltage protection 59 − − X − X (1) − − −
Residual overvoltage protection 59N − − X − X (1) − − −
Fuse failure supervision 60 − − − − X (5)
− X −
Circuit-breaker failure protection 62BF − X X X X X X X
Define-time undercurrent (loss of load)
66 − − − X − − − −
protection
Three-phase directional overcurrent protection 67 − − − − X (1)
− − −
Directional earth-fault protection 67N − − − − X (4) X (8) X −
Three-phase transformer inrush detector 68 X − − − X X − −
Trip circuit supervision 74 - TCM − − − − X X X X
Automatic reclosing 79 − X − − X (6)
X (10)
− −
Tap changer position indication 84M − − − − − − − X
Lockout relay 86 − X X X X X X X
Line differential protection and related
87L − − − − − X − −
measurements
Differential protection for transformer 87T − − − − − − − X
Master trip 94/86 − − − − X X X X
(*)
Six alternative standard configuration are available: (1)
only for type F
A & B: Non-directional overcurrent and directional earth-fault protection (2)
not available for type F
C & D: Non-dirdctional overcurrent and non-directional earth-fault protection (3)
only for type C&D
E: Non-directional overcurrent and directional earth-fault protection with (4)
not available for type C&D
phase-voltage based measurements (5)
only for type E&F
F: Directional overcurrent and earth-fault protection with phase-voltage (6)
optional at the time of the order
based measurements, undervoltage and avervoltage protection (7)
only for type C
(8)
(**)
Three alternative standard configurations are available: only for type B
(9)
A: line differential protection not available for type A
(10)
B: line differential protection with directional earth-fault protection optional for type B and C
C: line differential protection with non-directional earth-fault protection
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6. IEC classification
With IEC 62271-200, new aspects relative to new definitions 2. Procedure based accessible compartment containing
and classifications of MV switchgear have been introduced. high-voltage parts, intended to be opened for normal
One of the most significant changes introduced in this release operation and/or normal maintenance, in which access is
is that classification of switchgear into metal-clad, compart- controlled by a suitable procedure combined with locking.
mented and cubicle types has been abandoned. Revision of
switchgear classification rules has been based on the user’s 3. Service continuity class
point of view, in particular on aspects like service and main- Busbar and cable compartments are physically and electri-
tenance of the switchgear, according to the requirements and cally segregated. This is the category that defines the pos-
expectations for good substation management, from installa- sibility of keeping other compartments and/or functional
tion to dismantling. In this context, Loss of Service Continuity units energised when opening a main circuit compartment.
has been chosen as a fundamental parameter for the user.
4. Partition Class
According to the updated rules, UniSec switchgear can be Metal-enclosed switchgear and controlgear providing
defined as follows: continuous metallic partitions, intended to be earthed,
1. Interlock-controlled accessible compartment containing between opened accessible compartments and live parts
high-voltage parts, intended to be opened for normal op- of the main circuit.
eration and/or normal maintenance, in which access is con- Metallic partitions or metallic parts of them shall be con-
trolled by integral design of the switchgear and controlgear. nected to the earthing point of the functional unit.
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7. Internal arc safety
Internal arc faults are extremely rare in occurrence, but can design in protecting persons against internal arcs, taking
still occur due to human errors, equipment malfunctions, the dynamic pressure effects and thermal effects into
insulation ageing or other exceptional reasons. In the consideration. UniSec fulfills all the 5 acceptance criteria set
UniSec design, special attention has been paid to personnel by the standard. Internal arc tests have been performed in
safety during internal arc situations. The switchgear units busbar and cable compartments, and also inside the housing
are extremely strong mechanically, being able to withstand of the switch-disconnector.
pressure and thermal effects caused by even the highest UniSec offers 3 different Internal Arc Classified (IAC) solutions.
internal arc currents. The design also reduces remarkably the All solutions are class A (authorized personnel only) with
probability of internal arcs occurring in the first place. different accessible sides (F for front, L for lateral and R for
UniSec has been tested according to the internal arc test rear side).
described in IEC 62271-200 Standard Annex A. UniSec classifications:
The internal arc tests are better classified in this newer stand- − IAC AFLR 12.5 kA 1 s
ard compared to the tests introduced in the previous standard. − IAC AFLR 16 kA 1 s
The test verifies the protection effectiveness of the switchgear − IAC AFLR 21 kA 1 s.
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7. Internal arc safety
IAC AFLR 21 kA 1 s
In this solution [3] the switchgear can be positioned against
the wall or in the middle of the switchgear room. It offers
4-sides internal arc protection up to 21 kA arc fault current.
The personnel inside the switchgear room are completely
safe, since special arc gas ducts are used to channel the arc
[1] gases safely to an external area. The pressure effects against
the switchgear room are also minimal. This solution provides
the highest possible internal arc safety level.
[2]
[3]
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8. Recommendations for installation
Installation room
The installation room must be prepared according to the switch- Note
gear dimensions and version. Observance of the distances indi- There should be at least 185 mm pressure relief space
cated guarantees correct and safe operation of the apparatus. between the back of the switchgear and the switchgear room
For installation conditions other than those indicated, please wall, when arc gas duct or arc gas absorbers are used.
consult us.
Room layout
Minimum distances to the switchgear room walls with arc gas absorbers. Class AFL or AFLR
Minimum distances to the switchgear room walls with arc gas ducts. Class AFL or AFLR
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8. Recommendations for installation
190 mm wide for RLC/RRC unit (for SBR only) 750 mm wide for SBR unit
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Foundations
The switchgear must be erected on a foundation that fulfils the ment, therefore adjustments are made using a metal frame or
requirement of maximum horizontal height deviation of 2 mm by installing steel plates under the corners of the units. The
over the length of, and across the switchgear. It is difficult to load capacity of the floor and foundation must also be suf-
make a concrete foundation that fulfils this levelness require- ficient.
Switchgear erected on the metal frame Switchgear erected on the raised floor Switchgear installed on the concrete floor
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8. Recommendations for installation
RLC unit
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Cable terminations
− Cold-applied Standards
− Can be used in small spaces Meets the requirements of CENELEC HD 629.1 S1.
− No special tools
− Prefabricated for easy and safe installation Applications and features
− Minimal cable stripping Depending on the cable design it is necessary to use the right
− Active pressure type of cable accessory.
− Few components When the single core cable is designed with copper wire
− Long shelf life screen only, it is sufficient to use just a cable lug and a termi-
nation that fits the actual size of the cable. If a three core ca-
General ble is used, or a cable with copper tape screen, or aluminium
Power cables used for the switchgear need to be terminated. foil screen, or a cable with armouring, extra material has to be
The power cable is designed with a conductor of aluminium added.
or copper, an insulation of polymeric material, an extruded Just important in using the right type of material is the correct
insulation screen, a metallic screen, armouring (optional) and preparation of the cable. For this purpose ABB also offers a
a polymeric outer jacket. range of excellent cable preparation tools.
To enable safe and reliable current carrying it is necessary to
achieve a good mechanical connection between the ca- Recommended products
ble conductor and the busbar. For this purpose ABB offers The premoulded cable termination Kabeldon type SOT, from
mechanical cable lugs designed to fit the cable conductor by ABB, can be used on any polymeric cable, irrespective of
bolting. It is also essential to guide the cable electrical field design or conductor size.
correctly, this is why ABB supplies cold applied terminations A few variants of terminations fit a wide range of cable sizes.
made of rubber, which provides an active pressure around For 12/17.5/24 kV four types of terminations only are required
the cable. Furthermore, if the cable is designed with another to cover up to 800 mm2 cable sizes.
type of metallic screen than copper wires, special earthing kits Extra material such as earthing kits, crutch seals for 3-core
have to be used, to achieve proper handling of eventual fault cables and screen potential material for cable armouring is
currents. also within the ABB range of products. Contact your local
Any armouring of the cable needs to give the same earth ABB office for details.
potential as the cable screen, so it might be necessary to use
additional connection material, which is also part of the ABB’s
offer. Detailed information can be found in separate technical
information for cable accessories from ABB.
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8. Recommendations for installation
Designation I L
mm
SOT 241/242/242 B 235 min 300
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9. Configuration software
UniSec Pro
UniSec Pro has been developed to be a tender and
switchgear design tool. It also helps design offices
to design and plan projects. A designer version
is also available. Please contact your local ABB
representative.
− Projects are stored online, enables statistics and
follow-up.
− Online site for projects, feedback, news,
installation files, etc.
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10. Recycling
ABB’s present and future operations and processes will al- Recycling of SF6 gas
ways comply with environmental standards and legislation. It is ABB’s obligation to facilitate end-of-life recycling for our
ABB strives to develop and provide products and services products. In the EU and EEA, the F-Gas Regulation must be
with reduced harmful environmental impacts that are safe in followed.
use and can be recycled, reused or disposed of safely. SF6 is a fluorinated greenhouse gas and care must be taken
This includes the products and services bought from ABB’s not to cause emission of SF6 and at end-of-life the green-
suppliers and subcontractors. In our research and develop- house gas must be recovered.
ment we aim for innovative and environmentally sound tech- We also advise customer to always consult ABB’s website
nologies, systems and products. http://www.abb.com/sf6.
To support our customers and protect the environment during
maintenance and at the end of service life of their switchgear,
ABB is offering a complete service program aimed at eliminat-
ing any release of SF6 into the atmosphere.
UniSec units are produced in compliance with the require-
ments of international standards for the quality management
system and environmental management system.
ABB is committed to the protection of the environment and
adheres to ISO 14001 standards. The product is developed in
compliance with the requirements denoted by IEC 62271-200.
The following table gives the materials used with SDC
375 mm unit.
Recycling capability
Material Recyclable kg %
Steel Yes 106.5 69
Stainless steel Yes 5.5 3.5
Copper Yes 14 9
Brass Yes <0.5 <0.5
Aluminium Yes 4 3
Zinc Yes 1.5 1
Plastics Yes 4.6 3
SF6 Yes <0.5 <0.5
Total recyclables 132 87
Rubber No <1 <0.5
Epoxy No 18.5 12
Total non-recyclables 19 13
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11. Applications
Green power
Wind power
Residential
Industrial
Generator
Distribution
Infrastructure
Metering
Reliability
− Each panel is stringently tested
− Robust construction
− Extremely durable and reliable operating mechanism
− Local ABB support with global focus on reliability and
quality
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11. Applications
Residential
Customer needs
Residential areas get their power from a local transformer
substation.
− The transformer substation is required to be safe, compact
in size and with low environmental impact
− Continuity of service and stable supply are important
design factors for the equipment to be installed.
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Distribution
Customer needs − Safe - Designed and tested according to IEC and internal-
The distribution network refers to switching substations arc proof.
feeding, protecting, monitoring and controlling for example − Life cycle cost - Standardized and modularized solutions,
residential areas, industrial sites and large buildings. Priorities reduced training and maintenance requirements, fewer
here are: spare parts and easy operation and fast replacements
− Continuity of service and reliability of components with reduced resources dedicated to the
− Safety plant.
− Life cycle cost − Easy integration - Compliance with local requirements.
− Easy integration in existing networks and systems.
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11. Applications
Industrial
Customer needs
Industrial customers require a stable and non-fluctuating
power supply without outages. UniSec specifically meets
the following customer requirements:
− A reliable solution
− A wide range of functional units that are easy to
upgrade
− Safe and easy for operators.
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Other applications
Transportation
Reliability of the installation is a key element to guarantee
performance and safety.
Metering
Due to demand of deregulation and liberalization of the
electricity market, UniSec has standard solutions for
metering applications.
Generator
Typical generator applications are emergency power sup-
plies such as hospitals, airports, shopping centers, back
up power for greenhouses where reliability is absolutely
crucial.
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