Medium Voltage Switchgear Solutions
Medium Voltage (MV) Switchgear Solutions offer reliable and safe control and protection of electrical equipment in industrial and commercial applications. These systems are designed for voltages ranging from 1 kV to 36 kV, ensuring efficient power distribution and safeguarding assets. Customizable to meet specific needs, MV switchgear enhances operational efficiency, minimizes downtime, and ensures compliance with industry safety standards.
What is Medium Voltage Switchgear?
Medium Voltage (MV) Switchgear refers to electrical equipment that controls, protects, and isolates electrical circuits in power systems with voltages ranging from 1 kV to 36 kV. It ensures safe power distribution by managing fault currents, enabling system protection and maintenance without interrupting service. MV switchgear is essential in industrial, commercial, and utility applications, providing reliable operation, enhanced safety, and improved system performance in medium voltage networks.
Installation and Maintenance of MV Switchgear
Installing and maintaining MV Switchgear is crucial for ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operation. Proper installation involves careful planning, adherence to electrical standards, and precision in handling components. Routine maintenance includes inspections, testing, and cleaning to prevent equipment failure and ensure longevity. Regular servicing helps identify potential issues, improves performance, and reduces downtime. Expert installation and maintenance maximize the lifespan of MV switchgear and ensure system safety and efficiency.
Types of Medium Voltage Switchgear
Metal-clad Switchgear
Each component is individually housed in separate metal compartments, providing enhanced safety and isolation between critical sections. This compartmentalization ensures that components such as circuit breakers, incoming and outgoing bus connections, and control cabinets are securely segregated. The metal barriers offer robust protection against electrical faults and short circuits, minimize the risk of equipment damage, and ensure the safety of maintenance personnel. This design also allows for easier maintenance, as individual components can be serviced without disrupting the entire system.
Pad-mounted Switchgear
Pad-mounted switchgear is a ground-level, outdoor electrical distribution system commonly used in utility and industrial settings to control, protect and isolate power distribution circuits. It is designed to be installed on a concrete pad, providing a stable and secure foundation. The switchgear can have either an open bottom for cable entry or an enclosed bottom with removable non-ferrous gland plates, allowing for flexible cable management and enhanced protection.
Key Features of Medium Voltage Switchgear
The critical features of MV Switchgear include high durability, reliable circuit protection, and advanced safety mechanisms to handle voltages between 1 and 36 kV. It offers modular designs for flexibility, scalability, and ease of maintenance. MV switchgear provides arc fault protection, remote monitoring capabilities, and load break switches for enhanced control. These features ensure efficient power distribution, improved operational safety, and minimal downtime in industrial and utility environments.
Explore our Products
Reliable and efficient MV Switchgear solutions tailored to meet the power distribution needs of industrial applications.
1200A 5kV 3R outdoor medium voltage switchgear for large compressors. Features include an incoming section with CPT, NGR relay, and open delta PTs in a drawer; a second section with LBS, fuses, a 1200A fixed breaker, CTs, a Z CT, and a protection/control relay; and sections 3 and 4 with LBS, fuses, 600A breakers, CTs, and relays. All sections include heaters for moisture control.
13.8kV 4-cell outdoor lineup with a 2000A main breaker section and three 1200A feeder breaker sections. All sections feature low voltage protection/control compartments, with the main section having a PT compartment in a drawer. Designed for outdoor use with a sloped roof, double doors, stainless steel hardware, epoxy powder coating, and forced air heaters for moisture control.
A 5kV power skid featuring a load break fused switch, 1MVA 5kV-600/347V cast coil transformer, and low voltage breaker section. It can be shipped as separate components or fully assembled. The skid minimizes site work, accelerates project timelines, and offers peace of mind with pre-inspection and testing.
