RVAC Manual PDF
RVAC Manual PDF
RVAC Manual PDF
Contents
Description Page
4. Technical data
4.1. Rated technical data:
No. Item Unit Data Data
1 Rated voltage kV 12 24
2 Rated frequency Hz 50 50
3 Rated current Load break switch A 630 630
LBS+FUSE Combination unit A 125 100
4 1min power frequency withstand voltage Phase to earth, phase to phase kV 42 50 (65)
Isolating distance kV 48 60 (79)
5 Lighting impulse withstand voltage Phase to earth, phase to phase kV 75 95 (125)
Isolating distance kV 85 110 (145)
6 Short-time withstand current (rms) Main circuit 4s kA 20 20
Earthing switch 2s kA 20 20
Earthing connection circuit 2s kA 17.4 17.4
7 Short-time withstand current (peak) Main circuit kA 50 50
Ground switch kA 50 50
Earthing connection circuit kA 43.5 43.5
8 Rated short circuit making current (peak) Load break switch kA 50 50
Earthing switch kA 50 50
9 Load break switch’s rated active load breaking current A 630 630
10 Load break switch’s rated closed-loop breaking current A 630 630
11 Load break switch’s 5% rated active load breaking current A 31.5 31.5
12 Load break switch’s rated cable charging breaking current A 10 25
13 Fuse’s rated short circuit breaking current kA 31.5 31.5
14 Fuse’s rated short circuit making current kA 80 80
15 Load break switch’s rated transfer current A 1850 1400
16 Load break switch’s rated active load breaking operations operation 200 200
17 Ground fault current switching A 5 (10 operations) 5 (10 operations)
18 Line and cable charging current switching under the ground fault conditions A 20 (10 operations) 20 (10 operations)
19 Mechanical Endurance Load break switch operation 5000 5000
Earthing switch operation 2000 3000
20 Rated pressure of SF6 gas (20°C, meter pressure) MPa 0.03 0.03
21 SF6 gas leakage rate yearly ≤ 0.1% ≤ 0.1%
5. Standards
GB3906-2006 3.6kV~40.5kV AC Metal Enclosed Switchgear and Controlgear
GB/T11022-1999 Common Technical Requirements of High Voltage Switchgear and Controlgear Standard
GB3804-2004 3.6kV~40.5kV High Voltage AC Load Switch
GB16926-1997 AC High Voltage Load Switch – Fuse Combination Unit
GB1984-2003 High Voltage AC Circuit Breaker
GB1985-2004 AC High Voltage Isolating Switch and Ground Switch
GB3309-1989 Mechanical Testing under Normal Temperature of High Voltage Switchgear
GB/T16927.1-1997 High Voltage Testing Technique Part 1: General Testing Requirements
GB/T7354-2003 Partial Discharge Measurement
GB8905-1996 Gas Management and Inspection Guideline of SF6 Electrical Equipment
GB11023-1989 SF6 Gas Sealing Test Guideline of High Voltage Switchgear
GB12022-1989 Industrial SF6
GB4208-1993 Housing Protection Degree (IP Code)
IEC 62271-100 High-voltage switchgear and controlgear - Part 100: Alternating-current circuit-breaker
IEC 62271-102 High-voltage switchgear and controlgear - Part 102: Alternating current disconnectors and
earthing switches (2003)
IEC 62271-105 High-voltage switchgear and controlgear - Part 105: Alternating current switch-fuse
combinations for rated voltages above 1 kV up to and including 52 kV
IEC 62271-200 High-voltage switchgear and controlgear - Part 105: AC metal-enclosed switchgear and
controlgear for rated voltages above 1 kV up to and including 52 kV
IEC 60694 Common specifications for high-voltage switchgear and controlgear standards
IEC 60265-1 High-voltage switches - Part 1: Switches for rated voltages above 1 kV and less than 52 kV
IEC 60529 Degrees of protection provided by enclosures(IP Code)DL/T 592-2006 common
specifications for high-voltage switchgear and controlgear standard
6. Typical functions
A RMU of 12kV typical scheme is composed of three circuits - one
cable incoming circuit, one cable feeding circuit and one
combination unit outgoing circuit. The load switches on the cable
incoming circuit and the cable feeding circuit can reset the circuits
in time to resume power supply when isolating fault line
segments. The load switch and fuse of the combination unit
protect the downstream loads, while its load switch also conducts
opening-closing and isolation on the fuse and the downstream
loads.
The supply circuit of the RMU is operated in open loop.
The RUM is usually energized in the forms shown in Figure 1, 2
and 3.
The ring network power supply system with only one power supply
Figure 3
Figure 1
Figure 2
Bus connector
RVAC-KKT
RVAC-T
7.2.3. Fuse ground switch 7.2.6. Mechanisms and their mechanical interlock
The combination unit branch circuit (load switch + current limiting The three-position load switch is equipped with a spring operating
fuse) is equipped with a fuse ground switch for linkage operations mechanism, offering reliable mechanical interlocking. The load
with the three-position load switch, offering reliable grounding to switch must be operated on according to specified operating
the fuse outgoing side. When the load switch is in closing/opening procedures.
operation, the fuse ground switch basically remains non-operating.
Interlocking conditions are as follows:
When the three-position load switch is in ground position, the fuse
ground switch makes reliable contact with the fixed contact base a. Only when the load switch is moved to the opening position,
at the fuse outgoing side, to ensure the fuse outgoing side is the ground switch can be closed;
reliably grounded. b. Only when the ground switch is moved to the opening position,
the load switch can be closed;
7.2.4. Fuse c. Only when the ground switch is moved to the ground position,
the cable compartment door can be opened;
The fuse and the load switch constitute the transformer protection
circuit. Highly quickbreak current-limiting fuse is installed inside d. Only after the cable compartment door is closed, the ground
the epoxy casting insulation housing. In the case of a short circuit, switch can be opened.
after the fuse is blown out, the striker will be ejected to open the
load switch, enabling the fault line to be removed.
7.2.5. Frame
The frame (the housing except the sealing enclosure) is the basic
body of all the parts and components, to support and secure the
sealing enclosure. The frame uses aluminum- zinc plates formed
with multiple bendings, to be connected with high strength bolts,
nuts (Level 8.8) and rivets. The frame can be divided into three
main compartments: the control compartment, cable
compartment and pressure relief channel. There are a mechanism,
a fuse holder and a secondary circuit inside the control
compartment. The cable compartment contains a cable, its holder,
and the ground bus bar, with optional current transformer as
needed. The pressure relief channel is located behind the cable
compartment. On the front is located a pressure meter, a main
wiring mimic diagram, a voltage presence display, an operating
hole and operation buttons, a nameplate, a mechanism
compartment door, and a cable compartment door.
1
1
2
2
3
3
4
4
5
11 5
11
6
6
10
7 10
7
8 14
9
9
12
8
13
Figure 8
Figure 9
Chapter 2 Transport, handling, 1.4. During loading and unloading, the switchgear shall be handled
according to the storage and transport indication mark on the
inspection and storage package, to avoid equipment damages. In general, the
1. Transport and handling switchgear should be moved vertically, to prevent from tilting
or turning over.
1.1. The switchgear must be transported under the conditions that
the load switch is in “OFF” position, with its charging device 1.5. In the case of any damages found on the switchgear after
in “energy-releasing” state and the ground switch in “closed” long-distance transportation, notify the cargo division
state. immediately to have the damage accidents identified.
1.2. The outer packing of the switchgear shall have anti-shock,
moisture-proof and dust-proof performance, and be adaptable 2. Inspection and storage
to railway and highway transportation.
2.1. Visual inspection
1.3. In the case of handling by hand-push type forklift or by freight Users shall make open-box inspections in a timely manner
forklift, the switchgear should be put onto the transportation after receiving the goods, to check the equipment for any
pallet (see Figure 10.1). In the case of crane handling, the damages or deformation during transportation.
lifting hook of the crane should be hooked into the two lugs
on the top of the switchgear. The angle between the lifting 2.2. SF6 gas pressure inspection
rope and the top of the cabinet shall exceed 45° (the angle When the product is delivered from the factory, SF6 gas has
between the lifting rope and the plumb line shall not exceed been filled, with the gas relative pressure of 0.03 MPa. During
45 °), so as to avoid any deformation to the cabinet or the lug on-site inspection, the gas density meter will indicate whether
(see Figure 10.2). the pressure of the gas is normal (normal when the pointer
points to the green area, and abnormal when pointing to the
red areas).
CAUTION
IN THE CASE OF ABNORMAL GAS PRESSURE, NOTIFY THE AFTER-SALES
SERVICE OF COOPER ELECTRIC IN A TIMELY MANNER FOR DULY AND
PROPER HANDLING.
CAUTION
CHECK THE WEIGHT OF THE SWITCHGEAR. DO NOT USE WORN OUT
AND DAMAGED STEEL ROPES OR LIFTING RINGS. DO NOT USE THE
LIFTING EQUIPMENT WITH THE LIFTING CAPACITY LESS THAN THE
WEIGHT SHOWN ON THE NAMEPLATE OF THE SWITCHGEAR.
Chapter 3 Installation
CAUTION
THE PRODUCT SHALL BE INSTALLED BY PROPERLY TRAINED
PROFESSIONALS OR UNDER THE INSTRUCTION OF PROFESSIONALS.
1. RMU dimensions
RAVC-K, RVAC-T and RVAC-V are taken as examples for RMU
dimensions. See Figure 11.
1400
1400
1740
1400
110 110
130 130
725
603
452
110 110
370 370
480
K T V
12kV Width 370 370 480
Depth 800 800 800
Height 1400 1400 1400
24kV Width 370 370 520
Depth 870 870 870
Height 1400 1400 1400
Figure 11
2. Base form
2.1. The RMU installation base shall be constructed in accordance 2.2. The RMU’s installation base is generally poured with concrete
with relevant regulations in Technical Specifications for twice. For the first time, concrete the installation base of the
Electric Power Construction and Acceptance Inspection. RMU’s installation elements including the angle steel, square
steel and channel steel. For the second time, concrete the
ground supplement layer, with a common thickness of 60
mm. When pouring concrete to the supplement layer, the
height of the concrete should be 1 ~ 3 mm lower than the
element surface.
2.3. For the dimensions of the RMU installation bases, see Figure 12.1 and Figure 12.2 (12kV cabinet depth 800mm,
24kV cabinet depth is 870mm).
6-Ø14 Unit
25 320 50 E 50 320 50 G
H
This row of
mounting holes
B (8# steel channel)
is available
(Chassis)
as an option
A
525
K M T V
370 D 370 F
34.5
23.5
30
800 (12kV)
870 (24kV)
Size (mm)
1400
M8 x 30
Chassis
(8# steel
channel)
10
I
I II
B
800~1000
M8 x 30
(8# steel
Chassis
channel)
23.5
II
2.4. To ensure the installation quality of the basic elements, the levelness of the framework
installation requires the tolerance of 1 square meter shall be less than 3 mm.
3. RMU fixation
3.1. The bottom of the switchgear is linked to the metal base
frame with bolts, enabling the switchgear to be fixed on the
frame (the cabinet shall have 4 connection joint surfaces with
the frame). Use M20 connecting screws and bolts, with the
torque of 40 + 4 Nm.
WARNING
THE CHARGING DEVICE SHALL NOT BE IN CHARGING STATE DURING
THE INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION OF THE RMU. OTHERWISE, THIS
MAY CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY.
3.2. Check all the fastening bolts for looseness, and all the wirings
for reliability.
3.3. Check whether the 3-position load switch mechanism can be
operated flexibly, whether the load switch can open and close
freely; check for any abnormity. Check whether the interlocks
are reliable.
4. RMU grounding
The grounding bar of the RMU must be connected to the
grounding grid of the site. The grounding position of the RMU is
inside the right side frame of the cabinet chassis. See Figure 13.
Use M12 connecting screws or bolts, with the torque of 70
±7Nm. The grounding wire is not included in the supply scope.
5. Cable installation
5.1. Preparation prior to cable placing
Remove the cable compartment door in the procedures shown
below (for the operating method of the switch, see Chapter 4)
a. Operate and confirm the ground switch is in the closed state
(see Figure 14.1);
b. Lift up the interlocking device, and release the lockout of the
cable compartment door (see Figure 14.2);
c. Remove the cable compartment door, and open the cable
compartment (see Figure 14.3);
WARNING Red-colored
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION MANUAL dust cap
OF THE CABLE ACCESSORIES. ONLY PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION
PERSONNEL ARE ALLOWED TO MAKE THE ACCESSORY STRICTLY
ACCORDING TO ITS REQUIREMENTS. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL SEVERELY WARNING
AFFECT THE NORMAL OPERATION OF THE EQUIPMENT. RED-COLORED PROTECTIVE DUST CAP IS FORBIDDEN TO BE PUT INTO
OPERATION, AND CAN NOT REPLACE THE INSULATION COVER FOR USE.
d. Check the silicone rubber sleeves for any damage, and the
contact button on the locking plug for any permanent
deformation;
e. Install a new fuse, ensuring a dimension of 2 to 4mm as shown
in Figure 17. Check whether the installation direction is correct,
because the fuse’s striker pushes the load switch to open after
the fuse is blown. Therefore, the striking end of the fuse (small
end) must be outward;
f. Before inserting the fuse into the insulation cylinder, clear and
clean the silicon rubber surface with alcohol cotton paper. Then
apply silicon grease evenly on the surface of the silicon rubber
special grease smearing
g. As shown in Figure 18, insert the fuse into the insulation
cylinder horizontally, ensuring the inner side of the fuse has
good contact with the contact button inside the insulation
cylinder. Push the locking plug slightly to make the handle’s
notch clutch onto the pin of the cabinet. Then press the handle
from the horizontal position to vertical position, to complete the
installation of the fuse.
WARNING
THE FUSE SHALL BE SELECTED ACCORDING TO THE FUSE SELECTION
TABLE. IN THE THREEPHASE POWER GRID, EVEN IF ONLY ONE-PHASE
FUSE TAKES ACTION, ALSO REPLACE THE OTHER TWO-PHASE FUSES.
WHEN REPLACING, MAKE SURE THAT THE FUSE IS COOLED!
Chapter 4 Operation
1. Load switch cabinet
1.1. Operating interface description
* Fault indicator
* Ammeter, voltmeter
* Fault indicator
* Ammeter, voltmeter
Load switch Ground switch Fuse compartment and cable compartment door
Closed Locked Locked
Opened Not locked Locked
Locked Closed Not locked
Not locked Opened Locked
Locked Locked Open
Locked Not locked Close
WARNING
THE FUSE STATUS INDICATION SHALL BE CONFIRMED FIRST DURING
OPERATION. IF THE FUSE IS IN DISCONNECTED STATE, REPLACE THE
FUSE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. IT IS FORBIDDEN TO CONDUCT CLOSING
OPERATION ON THE LOAD SWITCH.
* Ammeter, voltmeter
Secondary compartment
Mimic diagram
RVAC-T Combination unit Equipped with the same load 1. For transformer protection(fuse protection)
cabinet switch as the incoming/outgoing to the use of 1250 kVA transformer
cabinet, and connected in series 2. Transfer current 1500A
with the fuse of high breaking
capacity to constitute a 3. Expandable on both sides
combination unit, to control, open 4. Both ends of the fuse are grounded during
and close, and isolate the side incoming maintenance
transformer and its distribution 5. Manual/electric operating mechanism
circuit, and protect against short
6. Equipped with voltage presence display
circuit current and overload current
and ground interlocking device
at the high voltage side of the
transformer, the transformer and 7. Optional relay protection and trip unit, for
the low voltage distribution circuit. improving the performance of the fuse
when breaking at small currents.
8. Optional thermal switch start tripping
device to provide the transformer with
RVAC-L Bus coupling Equipped with a two-position load 1. Main bus is not grounded
cabinet switch, with load connecting or
2. Rising cabinet is not needed
breaking main bus option for bus
coupling. 3. Incoming cabinet can be interlocked with
4. Key locks can be supplied
RVAC-PT-I Voltage Type I is equipped with a voltage 1. Unexpandable on the left and right, nor
transforming transformer and connected directly adding bushings
cabinet-I to the bus, to monitor the system 2. Termination head (for end cabinet)
voltage and provide operating
power supply (the cabinet is gas 3. Equipped with voltage presence display
insulated). and voltage transformer
RVAC-V Circuit breaker Equipped with a vacuum circuit 1. Vacuum circuit breaker
cabinet breaker, connected in series with a 2. Three-position disconnecting switch /
three-position disconnecting ground switch
switch, the circuit breaker placed
at the bus side, the disconnecting 3. Rated short circuit breaking current 20kA
switch at the incoming/outgoing 4. Operating life: circuit breaker: 10,000
cable side, with optional regular operations, disconnecting switch: 5,000
relay protection device. operations, ground switch: 2,000
operations
5. Voltage presence indication
6. Short circuit and ground fault indicator
7. Current transformer
8. Relay protection device
9. Optional forced latching device at the
incoming side
No. High voltage switch component name Operating conditions Specified number of operations
1 Load switch No-load operation 5,000 operations
Breaking rated active load current 2,00 operations
Breaking rated cable charging current 10 operations
Closing short circuit fault 5 operations
2 Ground switch No-load operation 2,000 operations
Closing short circuit fault 2 operations
WARNING
WHEN ANY INDICATOR ON THE NUMBER OF OPERATIONS OF THE
ELECTRICAL LIFE SPECIFIED IN THE ABOVE TABLE HAS BEEN REACHED,
THE DEVICE SHALL BE WITHDREW AND QUIT OPERATION.
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