Catalogue ZS8.4 - en ABB
Catalogue ZS8.4 - en ABB
Catalogue ZS8.4 - en ABB
D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S
ZS8.4
Medium-voltage air-insulated
switchgear
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ZS8.4 combines mature, well-
established switchgear technology
with modern manufacturing
processes to deliver the optimum
cost-effective solution.
Today there is an installed base of
more than 20 000 ZS8.4 panels in
Central Europe, Asia and the Gulf
States, with the majority found in
Germany.
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Benefits
Well-established switchgear
technology with more than
20 000 panels produced and
installed
Cost-effective solution
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Table of contents
006 – 009 Description
016 – 019 Safety
024 – 025 Switch-disconnector
064 – 065 LSC 2A PI
066 – 067 LSC 2A PM
068 LSC 2B PM
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ZS8.4
Description
Customers throughout Europe rely on ABB’s ZS8.4 family of air-
insulated switchgear to provide the ideal, flexible solution for virtually
any application.
Today there is an installed base of more than The 17.5 kV and 24 kV switchgear are designed as
20.000 ZS8.4-panels in Central Europe, Asia and LSC-2A/PI or LSC-2A/PM, while the 12 kV version
the Gulf States, with the majority found in is available also as LSC-2B/PM.
Germany. The ZS8.4 switchgear can be equipped with
ZS8.4 combines mature, well-established vacuum circuit-breakers and switch-
switchgear technology with modern disconnectors, as well as with conventional
manufacturing processes to deliver the optimum instrument transformers and with sensors.
cost-effective solution. ABB’s ongoing product Available panel variants includes incoming,
development process has resulted in the addition outgoing, metering, bus tie and bus riser.
of a contactor panel as well as panels with ZS8.4 offers very compact dimensions, especially
expanded automatic protection against depthwise.
accidental contact. ZS8.4 is type tested according to IEC 62271-200
and also according to the new IEC 62271-202
ABB’s ZS8.4 range is designed to provide standard.
maximum flexibility and the highest possible
safety for circuit-breaker systems or switch- ZS8.4 is medium voltage switchgear with a metal
disconnector installations, using either enclosure, suitable for indoor installations.
conventional instrument transformers or modern The partitions between the switchgear
sensor technology. Developed to meet the compartments are available with either:
specific needs of medium voltage switchgear
users in every respect, ZS8.4 delivers perfect • Metallic partitions between adjacent
power distribution. compartments (PM)
• Insulated partitions between adjacent
ABB provides utility, industrial and commercial compartments (PI)
customers with safe, reliable and smart
technologies for the distribution of electricity. Since the switchgear is highly modular type, this
This extensive global offering includes make simple selection of components required by
distribution automation products, switching, any application.
limiting, measuring and sensing devices, The functional units of the switchgear are
switchgear, modular substation packages and guaranteed arc proof in accordance with the IEC
related services. 62271-200 Standards, appendix AA, class A
accessibility, criteria 1 to 5.
ABB offers innovative and fully-integrated All the installation, operation and maintenance
compact medium voltage switchgear concepts operations can be carried out from the front of
that enable customers operating in today’s the unit.
increasingly competitive demanding markets to The switchgear and the earthing switches are
receive the maximum return on investment in operated from the front with the door closed.
their vital network assets. The switchgear can be back to wall installed.
Apparatus Standards
The range of apparatus available for ZS8.4 The switchgear and main apparatus contained in
includes: it comply with the following Standards:
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ZS8.4
Description
1)
1 000 A available on request
2)
800 A available on request
3)
Rated current at max. fuse size 400 A (SIBA) 6 kV
4)
Cable connection height depends on panel type
5)
Max. service voltage 7.2 kV
6)
17.5 kV switch-disconnector panel up to 50 kA
7)
17.5 kV switch-disconnector panel only 20 kA / 24 kV switch-disconnector panel 20 kA or 25 kA for switch-disconnector with
fuse (max. fuse size 40 A)
8)
63 kA for 24 kV panel with switch-disconnector with fuse (max. fuse size 40 A)
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IEC Classification
• LSC-1: The whole switchgear shall be put out of Internal arc classification
service for opening a main circuit compartment The switchgear units have been tested according
for normal operation and/ornormal to IEC 62271-200 standard (Annex A, accessibility
maintenance or for gaining access to any type A, IAC classification AFL and AFLR).
switchgear components Internal arc fault qualification with additional
• LSC-2A: The same as LSC-1 with the exception arrangements: -AFL 25 kA, 1 s - pressure exhaust
that the main busbars and the functional units into the switchgear room.
adjacent to the one under maintenance can Additional arrangements does mean arc runner
remain energized on each panel and covers on the endpanels (on
• LSC-2B: The same as LSC-2A with the exception top as well behind to close gap between panel
that the cable compartment can remain and switchgear room wall).
energized Internal arc fault qualification with pressure relief
duct: -AFLR 25 kA, 1 s - pressure exhaust outside
For ZS8.4 the Loss of Service Continuity can be of of the switchgear room. -AFL 21 kA, 1 s - pressure
class LSC-2A or LSC-2B. exhaust into the switchgear room (special
exhaust equipment as tested in combination with
• The 12 kV version offers class LSC-2A/PI, concrete station according to IEC 62271-202).
LSC-2A/PM or LSC-2B/PM
• The 17.5 kV and 24 kV versions offer class
LSC-2A/PI or LSC-2A/PM
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Design features
Protection relay
with IEC 61850
Busbar
compartment
Low voltage
compartment
Apparatus
compartment
Current
transformer
Cable Voltage
compartment transformer
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Fully type-tested
ZS8.4 switchgear has undergone all the tests required by the
international (IEC) Standards and local Standards organizations (for
example Russian GOST standards).
As indicated in these standards, the tests were Description of IEC type tests
carried out on the switchgear units considered
most sensitive to the effects of the tests and Short-time and peak withstand current
therefore the results were extended across the The test shows that the main power and the
whole range. earthing circuits resist the stresses caused by the
Each switchgear unit is subjected to routine tests passage of the short-circuit current without any
in the factory before delivery. damage.
These tests are intended to provide a functional It should also be noted that both the earthing
check of the switchgear based on the specific system of the withdrawable circuit-breaker and
characteristics of each installation. the earthing busbar of the switchgear are
subjected to the test.
IEC type tests The mechanical and electrical properties of the
• Short-time and peak withstand current main busbar system and of the top and bottom
• Temperature rise branch connections remain unchanged even in
• Internal arc capability the case of a short-circuit.
• Dielectric test
• Making and breaking capacity of circuit-breaker Temperature rise
and contactors The temperature rise test is carried out at the
• Earthing switch making capacity rated current value of the switchgear unit and
• Mechanical operations of circuit-breaker and shows that the temperature does not become
earthing switch excessive in any part of the switchgear unit.
• IP protection degree During the test, both the switchgear and the
circuit-breaker or contactor it may be fitted with
IEC routine factory tests are checked.
• Visual inspection and check
• Mechanical sequence operations Internal arc capability
• Cabling check Please refer to chapter Safety
• Electrical sequence operations
• Power frequency withstand voltage Dielectric test
• Measurement of the resistance of the main These tests verify that the switchgear has
circuits sufficient capability to withstand the lightning
• Secondary insulation test impulse and the power frequency voltage.
The power frequency withstand voltage test is
carried out as a type test, but it is also a routine
test on every switchgear unit manufactured.
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Safety
When developing modern medium voltage switchgear, personnel
safety must necessarily take priority.
This is why ZS8.4 switchgear has been designed Unless suitably protected, these phenomena have
and tested to withstand an internal arc due to a very serious consequences for the personnel,
short-circuit current of the same current level as such as wounds (due to the shock wave, flying
the maximum short-time withstand level. parts and the doors opening) and burns (due to
The tests show that the metal housing of ZS8.4 emission of hot gases).
switchgear is able to protect personnel near the The internal arc test verifies that the
switchgear in the case of a fault which evolves as compartment doors remain closed and that no
far as striking an internal arc. components are ejected from the switchgear
even when subjected to very high pressures, and
An internal arc is a highly unlikely fault, although that no flames or incandescent gases penetrate,
it can theoretically be caused by various factors, thereby ensuring safety of the personnel near the
such as: switchgear.
The test also ensure that no holes are produced in
• Insulation defects due to quality deterioration external accessible parts of the housing, and
of the components. The reasons can be adverse finally, that all the connections to the earthing
environmental conditions and a highly polluted circuit remain intact, hence guaranteeing the
atmosphere. safety of personnel who may access the
• Overvoltages of atmospheric origin or switchgear after the fault.
generated by the operation of a component The IEC 62271-200 Standard describes the
• Inadequate training of the personnel in charge methods to be used for carrying out the test and
of the installation the criteria which the switchgear must conform
• Breakage or tampering of the safety interlocks to.
• Overheating of the contact area, due to the ZS8.4 switchgear fully conforms to all the five
presence of corrosive agents or when the criteria indicated by the IEC standards.
connections are not sufficiently tightened
• Entry of small animals into the switchgear (i.e. The IAC classification is proved by the test
through cable entrance) according to the following designations:
• Material left behind inside the switchgear
during maintenance activities • General: classification IAC (Internal Arc
Classified)
The characteristics of ZS8.4 switchgear notably • Accessibility: A, B or C (switchgear accessible to
reduce the incidence of these causes for faults, authorized personnel only (A), to all (B), not
but some of them may not be eliminated accessible due to installation (C)
completely. • F, L, R: access from the front (F – Front), from
The energy produced by the internal arc causes the sides (L – Lateral) and from the rear (R –
the following phenomena: rear)
• Test values: test current in kiloamperes (kA),
• Increase in the internal pressure and duration in seconds (s)
• Increase in temperature
• Visual and acoustic effects The parameters of each specific plant mean that
• Mechanical stresses on the switchgear evacuation of the hot gases and incandescent
structure particles must be checked very carefully in order
• Melting, decomposition and evaporation of to ensure and maintain personnel safety.
materials
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Melting
of Steel
Melting of
Copper
Melting of
Cables
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Safety
ZS8.4 switchgear is fitted with all the interlocks and accessories
needed to guarantee the highest level of safety and reliability for both
installation and personnel.
Interlocks
The safety mechanical interlocks are standard
ones [1÷6], please see the dedicated table on next
page.
They are set out by the IEC standards and are
therefore necessary to guarantee the correct
operation sequence.
ABB safety interlocks guarantees the highest level
of reliability, even in the case of an accidental
error, and enables highest operator safety system
of interlocks.
Keys
The key lock can be applied to MV compartment
door [7].
Padlocks
The operations for apparatus racking-in/out [9]
and earthing switch opening/closing [10] can be
prevented by applying the padlocks to the
insertion slots of the relevant operating levers.
The padlock can also be applied to the switch-
disconnector [8]. The metallic segregation
shutter [11] between circuit-breaker and busbars
compartments can be locked by means padlock
in both the open and closed positions.
Padlocks from 4 to 8 mm diameter can be
accommodated.
Locking magnets
The locking magnets enable automatic
interlocking logics without human intervention.
The circuit-breaker racking-in/out [12] and the
earthing switch closing/opening [13] operations
can be interlocked.
This magnet can also be applied to the earthing
switch of busbar applications.
The magnets operate with active logics and
therefore the lack of auxiliary voltage leaves the
interlocking system active in safety condition.
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Accessory devices
The device locks the shutters in the closed position when the
apparatus is removed from the compartment. The operator
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cannot open the shutters manually. The shutters can only be
operated by the apparatus truck or the service trucks.
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Vacuum circuit-breaker
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Vacuum contactor
V-Contact VSC medium voltage contactors are apparatus suitable for
operating in alternating current and are usually used to control feeders
which require a high number of operations per hour.
• DIN 43625
• BS 2692
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The following fuses can be applied: This same device does not allow contactor
closing when even a single fuse is missing.
• DIN type with a length of 192, 292 and 442 mm The ABB range of fuses for transformer
• BS type with a length of 235, 305, 410, 454 and protection is called CEF, whereas CMF is for
553 mm motors and capacitors.
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V-Contact VSC contactor
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Switch-disconnector
C4 switch-disconnector unit
Rated current of switch-disconnector panel [A] 630 1) 630 1) 630 2)
Rated load breaking current of the switch-disconnector [A] ...630 ... 630 ...630
Rated short-circuit making current of the switch-disconnector [kA] …63 …50 …40 3)
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Ultra Fast Earthing Switch
The Ultra-Fast Earthing Switch (UFES) is an innovative design of an
active arc protection device which effectively mitigates the severe
mechanical and thermal impacts caused by internal arc faults.
— The UFES is a combination of devices consisting Unbeatable advantages in case of an arc fault
01 Electronic device for
measurement, logic and of an electronic unit and the corresponding event:
tripping, type QRU1; primary switching elements which initiate a
Primary switching
element type U1 three-phase earthing in the event of an arc fault. • Drastic reduction of repair costs: no damages
With operating times of less than 4 ms after on the switchgear equipment to be expected.
detection UFES clears an internal arc fault almost No exchange of the faulty panel.
immediately after it arises. Thus arc impacts are • Greatly increased system availability: after
reduced to an absolute minimum and safety inspection and elimination of the fault reason
standards raised to a whole new level. the switchgear can be taken into service again
within shortest possible time.
• Greatly increased operator safety for human
mal-operation under maintenance conditions
• Minimized secondary effects like light/sound
emission or the release of toxic gases
• Solution for pressure sensitive environment
with limited pressure relief options
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1.4
1.2
1.0
0.8
0.6
0.4
0.2
0
0.0 20.0 40.0 60.0 80.0 100.0 120.0 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
Time in ms t + < 4 ms Time in ms
TC
Short-circuit current In
DC component Pressure curve with UFES (4 ms) Pressure curve without UFES
Arcing time with UFES tTC Reaching time for tripping criteria
Final clearing of fault current by upstream circuit-breaker - 80 ms +
timex
tTC Reaching time for tripping criteria
In rare cases, failure inside a switchgear cubicle due either to a defect, Avoidance of the severe effects of an internal arc fault, such as …
an exceptional service condition or mainly by human mal-operation may - Rapid temperature rise (up to 20,000 °C)
initiate an internal arc. The faster the arc will be interrupted, the less - Rapid pressure rise (see figure)
destruction on the switchgear equipment will occur. - Burning of materials
… by fastest possible extinction.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
CB CB CB CB CB
CT CT CT CT CT
I k“ I k“ I k“ I k“ I k“
UFES QRU UFES QRU UFES QRU UFES QRU UFES QRU
(Optional)
0.0 5.0 10.0 15.0 20.0 25.0 0.0 5.0 10.0 15.0 20.0 25.0 0.0 5.0 10.0 15.0 20.0 25.0 0.0 5.0 10.0 15.0 20.0 25.0 0.0 20.0 40.0 60.0 80.0 100.0 120.0
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IS-limiter: fault-current limitation
Short-circuit currents too high?
The IS-limiter, a switching device with extremely short operating time,
solves the problem.
The rising global demand for energy requires A short-circuit downstream from an outgoing
more powerful or additional transformers and feeder breaker is assumed. The oscillogram
generators, and an increasing interconnection of shown below indicates the course of the short-
the individual supply networks. circuit currents in the first half wave.
This can lead to the permissible short-circuit A short-circuit current of 31.5 kA can flow to the
currents for the equipment being exceeded fault location through each transformer. This
causing severe dynamic or thermal damage or would result in a total short-circuit current of
even complete destruction. 63 kA, which is twice as much as the switchgear
The replacement of existing switchgear and cable capability.
connections by new equipment with a higher The course of the current through the IS -limiter in
short-circuit strength is often technically such an event is shown below as current i2.
impossible or uneconomical for the user. It can be seen that the IS -limiter operates so
The use of IS -limiters reduces the short-circuit rapidly, that there is no contribution via the
current in both new systems and expansions of transformer T2 to the total peak short-circuit
existing systems, thus saving cost. current (i1 + i2). Therefore, a switchgear with a
rating of 31.5 kA is suitable for this application.
Technical Data
Rated voltage [kV] 12.0 17.5 24.0 36.0 / 40.5
1 250 / 2 000 / 2 500 / 1 250 / 2 000 / 2 500 / 1 250 / 16 00 / 2 000 /
Rated current [A] 1 250 / 2 000 / 2 5001)
3 000 / 4 000 1) 3 000 / 4 0001) 2 5001) / 3 0001)
Interrupting current [kA RMS] Up to 210 Up to 210 Up to 140 Up to 140
1) with cooling fan
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Single line diagram of a i
bus tie for a system with
lnk = 31.5 kA and with 160 kA i = i 1+ i 2
an lS -limiter; I S -limiter T1 T2 whithout
application diagram l k = 31.5 kA
n
l k = 31.5 kA
n
Is-limiter
l1 l2
Current i = i1+ i2
l = l 1+ l 2 at the fault
l n
k perm.
= 31.5 kA location
80 kA
(31.5 kA x H x √2)
i = i 1+ i 2
with Is-limiter
l1
l2
t
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Option
IııkT = 15 kA
B 40 MVA
8%
10 kV/25 kA
10 kV/31.5 kA 10 kV/40 kA
10 kV/16 kA
IııkG = 3 kA
Option
D
Option Option
A C
Three possible applications of IS-limiters in one figure (Option A, B, C) IS-limiter in connecting point with a public supply network (Option D)
T1 T2 T3
IT IT IT
1 2 3
A IS-1 B IS-2 C
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Instrument transformers
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Current and voltage sensors
The sensor technology has been used in ABB since the beginning of
the 1990s and there are more than 120 000 sensors installed and
operating to date.
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Performance Secondary 1 ABB sensor
comparison between output
conventional current
transformer and 1 Us
current sensor
Saturation level
2
2
Standard CT
is
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Distribution automation
ABB’s power protection philosophy system and the damage and danger caused by a
Having delivered protection relays to more than network fault. Substation automation provides
100 countries, ABB fully understands the need for remote control and monitoring capabilities,
diverse protection philosophies that meet local which speed up the location of faults and the
legislation, safety requirements and engineering restoration of the power supply. Fast operation of
practice. Therefore, ABB has developed a power the protection relays also minimizes post-fault
protection philosophy that not only serves the load peaks. Together with voltage dips, post-fault
specific needs and requirements of diverse power load peaks increase the risk of the disturbance
systems, but also creates confidence and peace spreading to healthy parts of the network. The
of mind for both the power system owners and sensitivity of the protection must be adequate to
users. detect relatively high resistance earth faults and
short-circuits in the most distant parts of the
The main purpose of a protection relay system is network. Reliable selectivity is essential to limit
to recognize any abnormal power system the loss of power supply to as small a part of the
condition(s), or abnormally operating system network as possible, and to allow the faulted part
component(s). Based on the information of the network to be reliably located. Corrective
gathered, the protection system will initiate actions can then be directed to the faulty part of
corrective actions that return the system to its the network, so that the power supply can be
normal operating state. This provides a safe restored as quickly as possible.
environment for all.
The protection system must have a high degree
Protection relays are activated when something of reliability. This also means that if, for example,
abnormal has happened in the power system; the circuit breaker (CB) fails to operate, the
they do not prevent network faults from arising. back-up protection will clear the fault. Substation
Selecting the right protection functions and automation (SA) puts the operator in complete
methods improves the performance and the control of the substation. In addition, SA
reliability of the protection system, thus improves the power quality of the transmission
minimizing the effects of network faults and and distribution network under normal operation,
preventing the disturbance from spreading to the but especially in a disturbance situation and
healthy parts of the network. during substation maintenance activities. An SA
or SCADA brings the full benefits of digital
Advantages of a complete protection system technology into protection and control of the
Close attention must be paid to operating speed, networks. The protection relays are easily set-up
sensitivity, selectivity and reliability of the and parameterized through easy and safe access
protection system. There is a strong correlation from the operator’s workplace.
between the operating speed of the protection
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Distribution automation
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01 Relion protection and
control product family
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Distribution automation
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Distribution automation
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01 Transformer protection For more information, please refer to the Relion Interactive Selection Guide
and control RET615,
following documentation: The Relion Interactive Selection Guide (ISG) helps
Transformer protection
and control RET620 and • Transformer Protection and Control RET615 you select the protection relay type that is the
Transformer protection
Product Guide most suitable for your application. It also
and control RET630
• Voltage Protection and Control REU615 Product provides links to relevant documentation online.
Guide The Relion ISG is available at
• Transformer Protection and Control RET620 http://abb.relionisg.com
Product Guide
• Transformer Protection and Control RET630
Product Guide
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Distribution automation
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01 Basic range: For more information, please refer to the Relion Interactive Selection Guide
Motor protection and
following documentation: The Relion Interactive Selection Guide (ISG) helps
control REM601
— • Motor Protection and Control REM611 Product you select the protection relay type that is the
02 Medium range:
Guide most suitable for your application. It also
Motor protection
and control REM611, • Motor Protection and Control REM615 Product provides links to relevant documentation online.
Motor protection and
Guide The Relion ISG is available at
control REM615
— • Motor Protection and Control REM620 Product http://abb.relionisg.com
03 High range:
Guide
Motor protection
and control REM620, • Motor Protection and Control REM630 Product
Motor protection and
Guide
control REM630
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Distribution automation
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01 Generator protection For more information, please refer to the Relion Interactive Selection Guide
and control REG615,
following documentation: The Relion Interactive Selection Guide (ISG) helps
Generator protection
andn control REG630 • Generator and interconnection protection you select the protection relay type that is the
REG615 Product Guide most suitable for your application. It also
• Generator Protection and Control REG630 provides links to relevant documentation online.
Product Guide The Relion ISG is available at
http://abb.relionisg.com
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Distribution automation
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01 Voltage protection Relion 630 series For more information, please refer to the
and control REU611,
The Relion 630 series protection relays feature following documentation:
Voltage protection
and control REU615 flexible and scalable functionality to adapt to • Voltage Protection and Control REU611 Product
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different needs in power distribution networks Guide
02 Feeder protection
and control REF620, and industrial applications. The relays contain • Voltage Protection and Control REU615 Product
Feeder protection
pre-configured application configurations, which Guide
and control REF630
can be tailored to meet specific requirements for • Transformer Protection and Control RET620
also the most demanding distribution Product Guide
applications. In one easily scalable hardware • ransformer Protection and Control RET630
solution, you gain load-shedding with automatic Product Guide
voltage regulator functions.
Relion Interactive Selection Guide
The Relion Interactive Selection Guide (ISG) helps
you select the protection relay type that is the
most suitable for your application. It also
provides links to relevant documentation online.
The Relion ISG is available at
http://abb.relionisg.com
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01 Capacitor bank Capacitor bank protection widest range of products for the protection,
protection and
Capacitors form an essential part of the network control, measurement and supervision of power
control REV615
and must be properly protected against systems for IEC and ANSI applications.
overloads, overcurrents or other distortion during
their connection to the network. Relion 615 series
The Relion 615 series offers a compact and
Capacitor banks are used for reactive power versatile solution for power distribution in utility
compensation in utility substations and industrial and industrial applications. The series is a
power systems. Most of the loads connected to suitable choice for protection and control of
the distribution feeders have the power factor on capacitor banks. Additionally, it can be applied to
the inductive side, for example, motors and arc harmonic filter protection. Each protection relay
furnaces. This reactive current component does is delivered with a standard configuration, for
not contribute the conversion into useful power, easier and faster relay engineering and shorter
but it stresses the network components, time-to-operation.
introducing additional voltage drops and heat
losses. The most favorable approach is to For more information, please refer to the
compensate the reactive current as close to the following documentation:
consumption as possible. The compensation can • Capacitor Bank Protection and Control REV615
be done locally, at the place where it is needed, Product Guide
for example, at the factory or facility. It can also
be done remotely by, for example, a utility Relion Interactive Selection Guide
organization. The Relion Interactive Selection Guide (ISG) helps
you select the protection relay type that is the
Extra charges are always applied when excess most suitable for your application. It also
level of reactive load is taken from the network. provides links to relevant documentation online.
Therefore, the utilities have to evaluate the The Relion ISG is available at
reactive power balance within their distribution http://abb.relionisg.com
network and do the necessary compensation at
the most suitable location.
Product offering
The recommended products for capacitor bank
protection are part of ABB’s Relion® product
family. The Relion product family offers the
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02 Busbar protection Busbar protection protection relays are delivered pre-configured for
and control REB611
The last, but not least, part in electrical power easier and faster relay engineering and shorter
systems is defined by the busbar application. The time-to-operation.
busbar is an aluminum or copper conductor
supported by insulators that interconnects the For more information, please refer to the
loads and the sources of electric power. For following documentation:
example, in metal enclosed switchgear, it is • Busbar Protection and Control REB611 Product
represented by copper bars in the busbar Guide
compartment. The requirements for busbar
protection in respect of immunity to mal Relion Interactive Selection Guide
operation are very high. For busbar protection it The Relion Interactive Selection Guide (ISG) helps
is essential to employ a differential protection you select the protection relay type that is the
principle. most suitable for your application. It also
provides links to relevant documentation
Product offering online. The Relion ISG is available at
The recommended products for busbar http://abb.relionisg.com
protection are part of ABB’s Relion® product
family. The Relion product family offers the
widest range of products for the protection,
control, measurement and supervision of power
systems for IEC and ANSI applications.
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Distribution automation
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01 Arc fault damage as Arc fault protection
a function of the arc
An electric arc short-circuit in a switchgear Arc fault energy [kA 2s]
fault energy and the
arc fault impact time installation is normally caused by a foreign object
entering the cubicle or by component failure. The Steel fire
300
arc causes an explosion-like heat and pressure
effect, usually causing vast damage to the
switchgear and in the worst-case scenario also
injury to the operating personnel.
Copper fire
200
An adequate arc protection system protects your Cable fire
substation against arc faults via minimizing the
burning time of the arc, thus preventing excessive
100 200 Fault impact time
heat and damage. It minimizes material damage
— [ms]
and allows power distribution to be smoothly and 01
safely restored. The system can also bring cost
Time is critical when it comes to detecting and
benefits even before an arc fault occurs. As older
minimizing the effects of an electric arc. An arc
switchgear is more prone to arc faults, an arc
fault lasting 500 ms may cause severe damage to
protection system will effectively extend the life
the installation. If the burning time of the arc is
of your switchgear enhancing the return on your
less than 100 ms the damage is often limited, but
investment.
if the arc is extinguished in less than 35 ms its
effect is almost unnoticeable.
Sources of arcing may be insulation faults, mal-
operating devices, defective bus or cable joints,
Generally applied protection relays are not fast
overvoltage, corrosion, pollution, moisture, ferro-
enough to ensure safe fault clearance times at arc
resonance (instrument transformers) and even
faults. The operation time of the overcurrent relay
ageing due to electrical stress. Most of these arc
controlling the incoming circuit breaker may, for
fault sources could be prevented by sufficient
instance, have been delayed to hundreds of
maintenance. However, regardless of precautions
milliseconds for selectivity reasons. This delay
taken, human errors can lead to arc faults.
can be avoided by installing an arc protection
system. The total fault clearance time can be
reduced to a maximum of 2.5 ms plus the circuit
breaker’s contact travel time. Further, when a
cable compartment fault occurs, auto-reclosing
can be eliminated by employing arc fault
protection.
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02 The REA system is Product offering For more information, please refer to the
a fast and flexible arc
The recommended products for arc fault following documentation:
fault protection system
for air-insulated low protection is the arc fault protection system REA • Arc Fault Protection REA 101 main module
voltage and medi-
101 with its extension units REA 103, REA 105 and Product Guide
um-voltage switchgear.
REA 107 and protection and control relays from • Arc Fault Protection REA 103 extension module
ABB’s Relion® product family. Product Guide
• Arc Fault Protection REA 105 extension module
REA system Product Guide
The REA system is a fast and flexible arc fault • Arc Fault Protection REA 107 extension module
protection system for switchgears. This type of Product Guide
fast and selective arc fault protection system is a • Feeder Protection and Control REF615 Product
natural constituent of modern switchgear panels, Guide
and a safety and security investment for older • Motor Protection and Control REM615 Product
switchgear panels, to protect human lives and Guide
prevent or reduce material damage. The REA • Transformer Protection and Control RET615
system can be described as the fastest operating Product Guide
arc fault protection system in ABB’s product • Voltage Protection and Control REU615 Product
portfolio, with trip command time in less than 2.5 Guide
ms. • Capacitor Bank Protection and Control REV615
Product Guide
Relion 615 series and 620 series • Feeder Protection and Control REF620 Product
The Relion® product family offers integrated arc Guide
fault protection in its widest range of products • Motor protection and control REM620 Product
for the protection, control, measurement and Guide
supervision of power systems for IEC and ANSI • Transformer Protection and Control RET620
applications. Product Guide
The Relion 615 and 620 series offer integrated Relion Interactive Selection Guide
three channel arc fault protection – to protect The Relion Interactive Selection Guide (ISG) helps
human lives and prevent or reduce material you select the protection relay type that is the
damage of protected switchgear – for power most suitable for your application. It also
distribution in utility and industrial applications. provides links to relevant documentation
The arc fault protection function operates with online. The Relion ISG is available at
high-speed outputs with operation times down http://abb.relionisg.com
to 4 ms.
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ZS8.4
Distribution automation
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01 Substation Substation automation connectivity can be established with gateway
Management Unit
ABB’s protection and control relays are an integral functionality between the substation devices and
COM600S
part of substation automation systems. The external higher-level systems such as the Network
substation automation system, together with the Control Center (NCC) or a process such as the
protection relays, lay the foundation for all the Distributed Control System (DCS) using
higher-level remote functions, such as advanced IEC 60870-5, DNP3, Modbus or OPC-based
power system management and the monitoring protocols.
of the condition of the equipment, when it is in
service. Substation-level systems are easy to use The COM600 series hardware platform is based
and to adapt to customer-specific requirements. on ruggedized mechanics with no moving parts
subject to wear and tear. The compact and robust
Increased competition is driving many power design is well adapted to harsh environments.
providers to focus on system productivity, with
the aim to reduce costs and increase customer The COM600 series comprises of two products:
satisfaction. To reach this goal, an upgrade of an • COM600S for Substation Automation (for IEC
aging infrastructure is usually involved. Updating and ANSI markets)
to substation automation offers the opportunity • COM600F for Feeder Automation (for ANSI
to reduce operational and maintenance costs, markets only)
increase plant productivity with the help of
enhanced schemes, as well as condition The COM600S has the capability to function as a
monitoring for the apparatus (e.g., circuit combined substation HMI, gateway and process
breakers, power transformers). controller in a small to medium-sized substation
automation installation. Its HMI feature enables
Product offering substation monitoring and operations. It
The COM600 series offers versatile substation integrates various units to provide access to real-
management units. These units are deployed time data. It also records process data in its
together with protection and control relays and historian to enable access to past data. Its logic
other communication devices to realize smart processor enables implementation of substation-
substation and grid automation solutions in level automation tasks. The gateway functionality
utility and industrial distribution networks. The provides a provision to communicate data from
COM600 series units perform the combined role protection and control relays in the substation
of a user interface, a communication gateway and and COM600S itself to higher-level systems and
an automation platform in a single physical unit. vice versa.
The COM600 series accommodates web For more information, please refer to the
technology-based functionality, which provides following documentation:
access to substation devices and processes via a • COM600S Substation Management Unit
web browser-based human machine interface Product Guide
(HMI). All standard substation monitoring and
control aspects can be handled using the web-
HMI.
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02 Remote I/O Remote I/O concept Product offering
unit RIO600
ABB’s remote I/O concept introduces a new way The remote I/O unit RIO600 is designed to ex-
of extending the I/O capabilities of protection re- pand the digital and analog I/O of ABB’s Relion®
lays. The concept is aimed at increasing the hard- series protection relays and to provide I/O for the
ware functionality of the protection relays, while COM600 series devices using IEC 61850 commu-
still maintaining the relay’s compact design. This nication.
way remote I/O can be used, when it is needed.
The information between the remote I/O units RIO600 is designed using a modular architecture
and the main protection relay is exchanged over where the amount and type of I/O ports can be
the latest communication standard IEC 61850. added through modules. The RIO600 modules
This enables easy integration into the systems can be stacked on a standard DIN rail to achieve
and is in line with the latest standards. the required configuration.
The remote I/O concept also benefits from in- RIO600 is built on an industrial hardware plat-
stalling the I/O units as close as possible to the form, which provides the same reliability, perfor-
place where the signals need to be digitalized, mance and real-time functionality as ABB’s pro-
thus limiting extensive wiring within the switch- tection relays, withstanding extreme
gear, substation or plant. Digitalization of the sig- temperatures, electromagnetic interference and
nals allows users to use information wherever stringent industry standards.
needed, without the need of installing additional
auxiliary relays or terminals. IEC 61850 enables RIO600 provides an additional I/O within the
signals supervision, thus faster recognition of switchgear itself by using the Ethernet-based
any errors and proactive operation, if these con- IEC 61850 horizontal GOOSE communication. The
ditions happen during a critical process. signals can be transmitted within the switchgear
and to the automation systems. Similarly, signals
from the automation systems can be executed
through RIO600 connected to numerical protec-
tion relays.
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Distribution automation
Selection table
In the table:
x = function supported
o = function available as option
605
605
605
605
615
615
611
611
611
611
REM611 IEC
RED615 IEC
REU611 IEC
REB611 IEC
REF615 IEC
REF611 IEC
REM601
REF601
REJ603
REJ601
Standard
ANSI X X X
IEC X X X X X X X X X X
Application
Arc fault protection application O
Busbar application X
Back-up application X X O X X
Capacitor bank application
Feeder application X X X X X X X
Generator application
Motor application X O X
Power management/load-shedding application
Transformer application O X
Functionality
Autorecloser X X X X X X
Circuit breaker controllability X X X X X X X X
Condition monitoring X X X X X X X
Current-based protection X X X X X X X X X
Distance protection
Fault locator X X
Generator differential protection X
LCD display with Single Line Diagram (SLD) X X
Line differential protection (in-zone transformer support) X
Load-shedding
Motor differential protection X
On-load tap changer control
Power quality X X
Self-powered protection relay X
Synchro-check X
Transformer differential protection X
Voltage based protection X X X
Withdrawable release mechanism X X X X X X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
O
REG615 IEC 615
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
O
REM615 IEC 615
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
O
RET615 IEC 615
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
O
REU615 IEC 615
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
O
O
REV615 IEC 615
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
O
REF615 ANSI 615
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
O
REF615R ANSI 615
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
O
REM615 ANSI 615
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
O
RET615 ANSI 615
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
O
REF620 IEC 620
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
O
REM620 IEC 620
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
O
RET620 IEC 620
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
O
REF620 ANSI 620
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
O
REM620 ANSI 620
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
O
RET620 ANSI 620
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
REF630 IEC 630
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
REM630 IEC 630
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
RET630 IEC 630
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
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Distribution automation
Selection table
In the table:
x = function supported
o = function available as option
605
605
605
605
615
615
611
611
611
611
REM611 IEC
RED615 IEC
REU611 IEC
REB611 IEC
REF615 IEC
REF611 IEC
REM601
REF601
REJ603
REJ601
Hardware
Analog inputs (CTs/VTs) 4/0 4/0 4/0 4/0 4/0 4/1 4/0 0/5 4/5 4/5
Analog inputs (sensor channels/CTs) 3/1 3/1 3/1 6/1 6/1
Binary inputs/outputs 4/6 4/6 0/2 4/6 4/6 10/9 4/6 4/6 18/13 18/13
RTD/mA inputs 2/1 2/1
mA outputs
Communication protocols
DNP 3.0 X X
IEC 60870-5-103 X X X X X
IEC 61850 X X X X X X
Modbus X X X X X X X X X
Profibus X X
Communication media
Ethernet (RJ-45) X X X X X X
Ethernet (LC) X X X X X X
Ethernet redundant solutions (HSR/PRP/RSTP) X X X X X X
Serial (RS 232/485, ST conn.) X X X X X X X X X
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620
620
620
620
620
620
630
630
630
630
615
615
615
615
615
615
615
615
615
REF615R ANSI
REM620 ANSI
REM615 ANSI
RET620 ANSI
REF620 ANSI
RET615 ANSI
REF615 ANSI
REG615 IEC
REM620 IEC
REM630 IEC
REM615 IEC
REG630 IEC
REU615 IEC
RET620 IEC
RET630 IEC
REV615 IEC
REF620 IEC
REF630 IEC
RET615 IEC
7/5 4/5 7/5 4/5 7/5 7/6 4/5 7/4 7/6 4/5 7/5 8/9 7/8 7/4 10/4 4/5 8/4 8/3 8/4
6/1 6/1
16/10 16/12 14/12 14/12 14/12 18/13 11/7 18/13 14/13 32/18 20/14 16/17 32/18 14/13 16/17 50/45 50/45 50/45 50/45
2/1 6/2 6/2 6/2 6/2 6/2 2/1 6/2 12/4 8/3 14/5 2/1 8 8 8 8
4 4 4 4
X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
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Distribution automation
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01 Load-shedding substations. Reactive load-shedding reacts • Underfrequency load-shedding as a backup to
controller PML630
based on measuring the system frequency and/or fast and slow load-shedding (reactive load-
voltage. The system as such can contain several shedding)
triggering levels for these values. Each triggering
level corresponds to one of the load-shedding A network power deficit occurs when a power
priority classes or steps, for example, activation source such as a generator or a grid transformer
of the first triggering level, which sheds the loads trips. There could also be a power shortage, when
belonging to priority class 1. Typically two or a network becomes isolated due to trip of a bus
three priority classes or steps are used. coupler or a bus tie breaker. All load-shedding
Restoration of the shed feeders can take place functions can be active concurrently.
manually or automatically, in a pre-programmed
scenario. Selectivity against protection functions For more information, please refer to the
has to be secured, for example, the load-shedding following:
system has to have a change to operate before • Load-shedding controller PML630 Product
the protection system is initiated. Guide
• Distribution automation solutions web page
Active load-shedding is mostly used in industrial (http://new.abb.com/medium-voltage/
distribution networks. Active load-shedding distribution-automation/distribution-
reacts based on measuring power, current values automation-solutions)
on supply and load feeders (key feeders
included). The load-shedding system knows the Solution offering
present loading situation and calculates shedding The Compact Power Management System (cPMS)
priorities for different network scenarios, such as is a load-shedding power management solution
tripping or overloading of a generator or a built on Relion PML630, Substation Management
network power source. Knowing the individual Unit COM600S, Remote I/O unit RIO600 and the
loads of feeders, only the necessary amount of Relion 615, 620 or 630 series feeder relays.
load (feeders) will be shed. The reactive load-
shedding system can work as a back-up for active Relion Interactive Selection Guide
load-shedding. The Relion Interactive Selection Guide (ISG) helps
you select the protection relay type that is the
Product offering most suitable for your application. It also
ABB’s Relion® protection relays are characterized provides links to relevant documentation online.
by functional scalability and flexible The Relion ISG is available at
configurability to perform reactive and active http://abb.relionisg.com
load-shedding.
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ZS8.4
Distribution automation
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01 CSingle line diagram Automatic transfer systems Synchronized automatic transfer system
(SLD) of medium-
voltage switchgear
Automatic transfer systems (ATS) are used to Protection relays from Relion® product family can
architecture applied, ensure maximum service continuity, supplying be used in medium-voltage switchgear to
suitable for carrying
out automatic and
the power users uninterruptedly. manage automatic and manual transfer between
manual transfer (ATS). All this is possible using various systems based different incoming feeders. The time needed for
on different kinds of techniques. The most automatic transfer carried out by means of the
common of these are outlined below, with the Relion family protection relays is between 200 to
relevant average transfer times: 300 ms (including the circuit breaker operating
times). The time can vary within the range
Delayed: 1 500 ms indicated in relation to the complexity of the
Depending on the residual voltage: 400-1 200 ms software transfer logics.
Synchronized ATS: 200-500 ms Switchgear equipped with Relion protection
High speed transfer device: 100 ms relays, suitably configured, are complete and
High speed transfer system: 30 ms efficient systems able to manage transfer
between one power supply system and an
The first two systems are the simplest and can alternative one, or to reconfigure the network,
also be achieved with conventional logics and passing from double radial distribution to a
instruments. They guarantee average transfer simple system, in a fully automatic way.
times and can therefore be used in installations It is also possible to carry out the same operation
where voltage gaps are not particularly critical. manually from a remote control station, or from
The other three systems: (1) synchronized the front of the switchgear under user super
automatic transfer system, (2) high speed vision. Manual transfer means making the
transfer device and (3) high speed transfer passage parallel, by means of the synchronism
system require microprocessor-based apparatus control function (synchro-check) implemented
with high technology content. They guarantee from the protection relay, the power supply lines
fast transfer times. They are used in plants where are closed simultaneously with synchronization of
the process is particularly critical, in which slow the voltage vectors to then return to being
transfers would cause serious malfunction or disconnected when the transfer has taken place.
interruption of the process itself. The applications described do not require
ABB offers all types of transfer systems, from the additional instruments.
simplest to the most complex.
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02 An example SUE 3000 - High speed transfer device / High Corresponding to its multifaceted areas of
of a switchgear
configuration
speed transfer system application, the SUE 3000 is set up for different
— Voltage decrease or complete supply switchgear arrangements.
03 SUE 3000 High
Speed Transfer Device
interruptions represent the most crucial and
critical problems for the quality of energy supply Permanent network comparisons
today. The SUE 3000 High Speed Transfer Device An exceptionally important characteristic, that
guarantees an optimal safeguarding of energy clearly distinguishes SUE 3000 from competing
supply. The device ensures, in combination with concepts, is that synchronicity criteria are
the existing circuit breakers, the continued power continuously available, as they are computed
supply and protects the subsidiary process from online. This is the reason that, in case of an
expensive stoppage time. Further, the operation initiation, the appropriate transfer mode is
of the installation is considerably simplified already determined and can be immediately
through the possibility of manually-initiated initiated. This means that the probability of a fast
transfers for targeted clearings. transfer is considerably enhanced. Systems which
wait for the instant of initiation to start the
To achieve the fastest possible transfer time of determination of the network status are not
30 ms the High Speed Transfer System has to be capable to perform a fast transfer with minimum
used. This system is a combination of the interruption time.
SUE 3000 device, special trigger devices and very
fast magnetic circuit breakers. Transfer modes and times
Feeder 1 Feeder 2 Four different transfer modes are available in
Protection Protection detail: (1) fast transfer, (2) transfer at the 1st
Relay Relay
Feeder 1 Feeder 2
phase coincidence, (3) residual voltage transfer
and (4) time-operated transfer. When a fault
occurs, fast transfer is the optimal transfer mode
for ensuring that only a minimum interruption of
Trip Trip the voltage supply occurs. With fast transfer
mode, the total transfer time, counting from a
fault in the main feeder until the standby feeder is
SUE 3000
cut in, is less than 100 ms.
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ZS8.4
ZS8.4 Digital
With ZS8.4 Digital you gain unprecedented flexibility for any
application.
Protection relay
with IEC 61850
Combined current
and voltage sensor
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Single-line diagram
of typical units
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ZS8.4
Loss of service continuity LSC 2A
Partition class PI
8 8
1 9 1 9 1
3 3
3
2
5 2 5 2 4
4 4
7
6
1 1 1
3 3 5
2
2
4
4 10
6
7 7
Legend
1 Busbars
2 Circuit-breaker / Switch-disconnector
3 Automatic sliding plate
4 Earthing switch
5 Current transformer
6 Voltage transformer
7 Tie bus
8 Protection relay
9 Capacitive voltage indication
10 Fuse
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Loss of service continuity LSC 2A
Partition class PM
8
8
9
1 9 1
1
3 3 3
2 2
5 5
2
4 4
4
6 6
1 1 9 1
3 3
5
5 2
2 6
4
4 10
7 7
Legend
1 Busbars
2 Circuit-breaker / Switch-disconnector /
Contactor
3 Automatic shutter
4 Earthing switch
5 Current transformer
6 Voltage transformer
7 Tie bus
8 Protection relay
9 Capacitive voltage indication
10 Fuse
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ZS8.4
Loss of service continuity LSC 2B
Partition class PM
8 8
1 9 9 1
1
3 3
5
5 2 5 2
6
4
4
7
7
6
Legend
Operating availability LSC 2B, Partition class PM
1 Busbars
Rated voltage [kV] 12
2 Circuit-breaker
Rated short-time current [kA / 3 s] 25
3 Automatic sliding plate
Height [mm] 2 300
4 Earthing switch
Width [mm] 650
5 Current transformer
Depth [mm] 1 200 6 Voltage transformer
7 Tie bus
8 Protection relay
9 Capacitive voltage indication
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ZS8.4
Special panel solutions and
top-mounted boxes
Duplex-circuit-breaker panel Top-mounted box with earthing Top-mounted box with voltage
switch transformer
Switch-disconnector panel
Partition class PI with fuse, current
and voltage transformer
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ZS8.4
ZS8.4 for factory-assembled
substations to IEC 62271-202
Factory-assembled substations are defined as The second test is for the IAC-B internal arc
type-tested facilities in a housing which encases classification. This has already been passed
the transformer, low voltage and high voltage successfully with the same substation to prove
switchgear, connections and auxiliary protection for the general public in its local area,
installations. They are often situated in publicly with unlimited access to all sides of the station
accessible locations and therefore need to ensure (access level type B). During this test, the doors of
protection for people according to the specified the station are closed.
service conditions. ZS8.4 is an air-insulated The internal arc tests have confirmed
medium voltage switchgear system certified to classification to the
offer the required safety levels following rigorous IAC AB 21 kA / 1 s qualification.
inspection and testing of an installation in a
accessible concrete substation with a ceiling With a sealed enclosure in versions to meet the
height of 2.4 m. The correct construction and field-separation classes PI and PM, ZS8.4 offers
operational behavior of the factory-assembled the very highest safety standards and reliable
substation were confirmed through the long term operation.
corresponding internal arc tests.
For a compact solution for distribution
In addition to the classic type tests for medium applications ZS8.4 is available in the two basic
voltage switchgear according to IEC 62271-200, wall-installed configurations - LSC2A-PI and
the ZS8.4 series has also been tested for internal LSC2A-PM. Both operating philosophies – by hand
arc resistance at low ceiling heights for use in on site or by remote control – are possible. In
substations according to IEC 62271-202. In this addition to vacuum circuit breakers, load break
context, the application of the IS-limiter – the switches with or without fuses and vacuum
world’s fastest limiting and switching device - contactors are also available.
with the ZS8.4 series was also field tested.
The ZS8.4 offers a self-contained safety concept
For proof of internal arc classification according with its wide range of interlockings, the
to IEC 62271-200, two tests are necessary. The possibility of loading the circuit-breaker spring
first test confirms the internal arc classification operating mechanism with the front door closed
IAC-A according to the standard. This provides and the integrated personnel protection guards
proof of the protection of the operating on the busbars.
personnel in the substation (accessibility level The maintenance-free switch devices and the
type A - access for authorised personnel only). sealed enclosure guarantee reliable long term
This applies in the case of a accessable operation. The IS-limiter is the ideal device for
substation as described here. The substation solving short circuit problems, reducing the
door is open during this test. The ZS8.4 panels system’s short circuit current and therefore
are attached to the wall of the accessable saving costs as well as increasing the scope of
substation, in which sensors to measure the possible uses for the ZS8.4 switchgear.
heating effects of escaping gases are positioned
in front of and adjacent to the switchgear. The
pressure relief takes place within the switchgear/
substation itself, reproducing the critical internal
arc case in a substation.
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