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Circuit Breaker
Manual open and
close push buttons
Non-re-settable
operations counter
Open/close indicator
Racking access port
Manual spring
charge port
Spring charge
status indicator
Cell locking tabs
and handles
Racking release lever
Racking padlock provision for
lockout and safety procedures
ABB Group
May 5, 2014 | Slide 39
ADVAC
Circuit Breaker
Precision cam
On-board auxiliary contacts
eliminate the need for cell-
mounted MOC switches and
related mechanical linkages
4a, 4b standard
9a, 8b optional
Auxiliary switch
operating shaft
Main drive shaft
Charging
motor
Toroidal
spring
Close &
trip coils
Simple, front-accessible operating mechanism
and control components
ABB Group
May 5, 2014 | Slide 40
AMVAC Circuit Breaker
Operating mechanism rated for
100,000 operations
10 times ANSI requirement
Interrupter assemblies rated for
30,000 full load operations
Virtually maintenance free (minor
lubrication needed)
Only seven moving parts
90% less parts
Permanent magnet for holding force
and latch
Dual capacitors store energy
Full operation for up to 90 seconds
after loss of control power
Interchangeable with ADVAC
ABB Group
May 5, 2014 | Slide 41
AMVAC Circuit Breaker
1. Upper Primary Terminal
2. Vacuum Interrupter
3. Epoxy Potting Compound
4. Lower Primary Terminal
5. Flexible Connector
6. Wipe Springs
7. Insulated Pushrod
8. Jackshaft
9. Stroke Adjustment
10. Position Sensors
11. Close Coil
12. Permanent Magnets
13. Armature
14. Open Coil
15. Manual Opening Actuator
16. Mechanism Enclosure
ABB Group
May 5, 2014 | Slide 42
AMVAC Circuit Breaker
Manual opening
mechanism
Auxiliary contacts
Sensor for switching
position detection
Magnetic actuator
Electronic controller
Electrical energy storage
ABB Group
May 5, 2014 | Slide 43
AMVAC vs. ADVAC
AMVACs simple design reduces moving elements and the need
for spare parts
ABB Group
May 5, 2014 | Slide 44
Accessories
Racking crank, manual close bar
Test cabinet
Test jumper
Ground & test device
Electric racking device
Lift truck
Ramp
Shutter actuator truck
Breaker release handle
Wear test device
Dummy circuit breakers
Slow close device
IR Viewing Ports
ABB Group
May 5, 2014 | Slide 45
Arc Flash Mitigation Relays
REA 101 Arc Protection Relay
Fast trip time (< 2.5 ms)
Unique fiber optic sensor technology
with self supervision
Current supervision for secure and
reliable arc detection
Easy to configure via front mounted
dip switches
Suitable for existing LV / MV
switchgear installations or new
applications
Minimize potential risk of injury or
death while increasing reliability
Includes standard 12 year warranty
ABB Group
May 5, 2014 | Slide 46
Arc in the right bus
compartment with the
tie breaker open
Right REA 101 detects
overcurrent
Right REA 101 detects light
REA 101s send the current
information to all connected
units
Right bus is disconnected
REA Application Example #1
REA
101
REA
101
REA
105
REA
105
REA
105
REA
105
ABB Group
May 5, 2014 | Slide 47
IR viewing Ports
SAFE: Successfully Arc-Flash tested
in accordance with IEEE C37.20.7
RUDGGED: Certified by UL, SIRA
and Lloyds of London for installation
into both indoor and outdoor
equipment
FLEXIBLE: Broadband optic suitable
for all IR cameras.
SECURE: Unique mounting system
allows for safe, single person
installation & retro-fitting with No
dangerous internal fasteners
required.
1. Eliminate need to
enter the switchgear
while energized.
2. Frequent
monitoring possible
without impacting
production.
3. Easy to use system
requires little
training
ABB Group
May 5, 2014 | Slide 48
Product description
Applicable to any unshielded medium
voltage system from 3 kV to 36 kV
For permanent installation information
on voltage presence available all the
time
Outdoor and indoor application
Good visibility under all lighting
conditions
Maintenance free; passive device no
power supply needed
Simple and robust construction
resistant to overvoltages
(does not use electronic elements)
Very compact construction
Easy to install
Economical solution
Indicator of voltage presence
installed directly on bus bars,
conductors etc.
Advantages of VisiVolt
ABB Group
May 5, 2014 | Slide 49
In Summary
Advance & SafeGear available at 5 and 15kV
SafeGear arc-resistant switchgear Types 2, 2B, 2C and 2BC
provide the highest level of personnel protection
AMVAC breaker
100,000 mechanical operations mechanism
30,000 load break operations interrupter
Virtually maintenance free
REA Relays
Protects you personnel and equipment with the most advanced arc
flash mitigation relays on the market.
ABB Group
May 5, 2014 | Slide 50
ABB