ABB Medium Voltage Vacuum Circuit-Breakers VD4

Medium voltage products
VD4 Medium voltage vacuum circuit-breakers 12...36 kV - 630...3150 A - 16...50 kA
Index
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1. Description 2. Selection and ordering 3. Specific product characteristics 4. Overall dimensions 5. Electric circuit diagram
1. Description
The new VD4 are a synthesis of renowned technology in designing and constructing vacuum interrupters embedded in poles, and excellency in design, engineering and production of circuit-breakers. The VD4 medium voltage circuit-breakers use vacuum interrupters embedded in the poles. This construction technique makes the circuit-breaker poles particularly sturdy and protects the interrupter from impacts, dust deposits and humidity. The vacuum interrupter houses the contacts and makes up the interrupting chamber.
Current interruption in vacuum The vacuum circuit-breaker does not require an interrupting and insulating medium. In fact, the interrupters do not contain ionisable material. In any case, on separation of the contacts an electric arc is generated made up exclusively of melted and vaporised contact material. The electric arc remains supported by the external energy until the current is cancelled in the vicinity of natural zero. At that instant, the rapid reduction in the load density carried and the rapid condensation of the metallic vapour, leads to extremely rapid recovery of the dielectric characteristics. The vacuum interrupter therefore recovers the insulating capacity and the capacity to withstand the transient recovery voltage, definitively extinguishing the arc. Since high dielectric strength can be reached in the vacuum,
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Vacuum interruption technique Vacuum contacts protected against oxidation and contamination Vacuum interrupter embedded in the pole Interrupter protected against shocks, dust and humidity Operation under different climatic conditions Limited switching energy Stored energy operating mechanism with anti-pumping device supplied as standard Simple customisation with a complete range of accessories Fixed and withdrawable version Compact dimensions Sealed-for-life poles Sturdiness and reliability Limited maintenance Circuit-breaker racking in and racking out with door closed Incorrect and hazardous operations are prevented thanks to special locks in the operating mechanism and in the truck High environmental compatibility
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Upper terminal Vacuum interrupter Housing/pole Stem of moving contact Lower terminal Flexible connection Tie-rod spring fork Tie-rod
9 Pole xing 10 Connection to operating mechanism
Vacuum interrupter embedded in the pole
even with minimum distances, interruption of the circuit is also guaranteed when separation of the contacts takes place a few milliseconds before passage of the current through natural zero. The special geometry of the contacts and the material used, as well as the limited duration and low voltage of the arc, guarantee minimum contact wear and long life. Furthermore, the vacuum prevents their oxidation and contamination. Operating mechanism The low speed of the contacts, together with the reduced run and low mass, limit the energy required for the operation and therefore guarantee extremely limited wear of the system. The circuit-breaker therefore only requires limited maintenance. The VD4 circuit-breakers use a mechanical operating
mechanism, with stored energy and free trip. These characteristics allow opening and closing operations independent of the operator. The operating mechanism is of simple conception and use and can be customised with a wide range of accessories which are easy and rapid to install. This simplicity converts into greater reliability of the apparatus. The structure The operating mechanism and the poles are fixed to a metal frame which is also the support for the fixed version of the circuit-breaker. The compact structure ensures sturdiness and mechanical reliability. Apart from the isolating contacts and the cord with plug for connection of the auxiliary circuits, the withdrawable version is completed with the truck for racking it into and out of the switchgear or enclosure with the door closed.
1. Description
Quenching principle of ABB interrupters

In a vacuum interrupter, the electric arc starts at the moment of contact separation and is maintained until zero current and can be influenced by magnetic fields. Vacuum arc diffuse or contracted Following contact separation, single melting points form over the entire surface of the cathode, producing metal vapours which support the arc. The diffuse vacuum arc is characterised by expansion over the contact surface and by an even distribution of thermal stress on the contact surfaces.
At the rated current of the vacuum interrupter, the electric arc is always of the diffuse type. Contact erosion is very limited and the number of current interruptions very high. As the interrupted current value increases (above the rated value), the electric arc tends to be transformed from the diffuse into the contracted type, due to the Hall effect. Starting at the anode, the arc contracts and as the current rises further it tends to become sharply defined. Near the area involved there is an increase in temperature with consequent thermal stress on the contact. To prevent overheating and erosion of the contacts, the arc is kept rotating. With arc rotation it becomes similar to a moving conductor which the current passes through.
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Diffuse arc. Contraction over anode. Contraction over anode and cathode.
Schematic diagram of the transition from a diffuse arc to a contracted arc in a vacuum interrupter.
1 Stem/terminal 2 Twist protection 3 Bellows 4 Interrupter housing 5 Shield 6 Ceramic insulator
7 Shield 8 Contacts 9 Terminal 10 Interrupter housing
Vacuum interrupter
The spiral geometry of ABB vacuum interrupter contacts The special geometry of the spiral contacts generates a radial magnetic field in all areas of the arc column, concentrated over the contact circumferences. An electromagnetic force is self-generated and this acts tangentially, causing rapid arc rotation around the contact axis. This means the arc is forced to rotate and to involve a wider surface than that of a fixed contracted arc.
Apart from minimising thermal stress on the contacts, all this makes contact erosion negligible and, above all, allows the interruption process to be controlled even with very high short-circuits. ABB vacuum interrupters are zero-current interrupters and are free of any re-striking. Rapid reduction in the current charge and rapid condensation of the metal vapours simultaneously with the zero current, allows maximum dielectric strength to be restored between the interrupter contacts within microseconds.
Short-circuit current Corrent, Voltage Arc voltage System voltage Short-circuit current interruption
Time Contact separation Recovery voltage (system frequency) Transient recovery voltage (TRV) (high frequency)
Radial magnetic field contact arrangement with a rotating vacuum arc.
Development of current and voltage trends during a single phase vacuum interruption process.
1. Description
Versions available
The VD4 circuit-breakers are available in the fixed and withdrawable version with front operating mechanism. The withdrawable version is available for UniGear ZS1, ZS8.2 and UniSec switchgear and for PowerCube and Powerbloc enclosures.
Fields of application
The VD4 circuit-breakers are used in power distribution for control and protection of cables, overhead lines, transformer and distribution substations, motors, transformers, generators and capacitor banks.
Standards
The VD4 circuit-breakers comply with the IEC 62271-100, VDE 0671-part. 100, CEI EN 62271-100 file 7642 (20055) Standards and with those of the major industrialised countries. The VD4 circuit-breakers have undergone the tests indicated below and guarantee the safety and reliability of the apparatus in service in any installation. Type tests: heating, withstand insulation at power frequency, withstand insulation at lightning impulse, short-time and peak withstand current, mechanical life, short-circuit current making and breaking capacity. Individual tests: insulation of the main circuits with voltage at power frequency, auxiliary circuit and operating mechanism insulation, measurement of the main circuit resistance, mechanical and electrical operation.
Highly reliable operating mechanisms thanks to a low number of components which are manufactured using production systems for large quantities Extremely limited and simple maintenance Accessories common to the entire range Electrical accessories that can be easily and quickly installed or replaced thanks to wiring pre-engineered with plug-socket connectors Mechanical anti-pumping device is supplied as standard Built-in closing spring charging lever Key lock with circuit-breaker open Protective covering over the opening and closing pushbuttons to be operated using a special tool Padlock device on the operating pushbuttons
Accessories
The VD4 circuit-breakers have a complete range of accessories to satisfy all installation requirements. The operating mechanism has a standardised range of accessories and spare parts which are easy to identify and order. The accessories are installed conveniently from the front of the circuit-breaker. Electrical connection is carried out with plug-socket connectors. Use, maintenance and service of the apparatus are simple and require limited use of resources.
Service safety
Thanks to the complete range of mechanical and electrical locks (available on request), it is possible to construct safe distribution switchgear with the VD4 circuit-breakers. The locking devices have been studied to prevent incorrect operations and to inspect the installations whilst guaranteeing maximum operator safety. Key locks or padlock devices enable opening and closing operations and/or racking in and racking out. The racking-out device with the door closed allows the circuitbreaker to be racked into or out of the switchgear only with the door closed. Anti-racking-in locks prevent circuit-breakers with different rated currents from being racked in, and the racking-in and racking out operation with the circuit-breaker closed.
M L I H G
Circuit-breaker operating mechanism A Open/closed auxiliary contacts B Geared motor for closing spring charging C Built-in closing spring charging lever D Mechanical signalling device for circuit-breaker open/closed E Mechanical operation counter F Plug-socket connectors of electrical accessories in the truck
G Signalling device for closing springs charged/discharged H Service releases I Closing pushbutton L Opening pushbutton M Operating mechanism locking electromagnet N Additional shunt opening release O Transient contact P Contacts for signalling spring charged/discharged
1. Description
General characteristics of the complete VD4 series (*) The VD4 series of vacuum circuit-breakers conform to the specifications of the following standards: VDE 00670, part 1000 IEC 62271-1 VDE 00671, part 100 IEC 62271-100 CEI EN 62271-100 File 7642 (2005-5)
(*) For information about the 12 kV 1250 ... 4000 A 50/63 kA and 36/40.5 kV 630 ... 2500 A 16 ... 40 kA circuit-breakers, please see technical catalogue GCBA520PO102.
Rated voltage
(1)
kV Hz A kA kA s d (mm) 16 ... 31.5 40 ... 80 3 / 150 - 275 205 - 310 450 - 700 424 461 - 599 73 - 105 H (mm)
c a b
12 50 - 60 630 . . . 4000 (2) 40 100 3 / 210 - 275 310 570 - 700 424 599 (5)
Rated frequency Rated normal current Short-time withstand current and breaking capacity Making capacity Short-time withstand current Fixed / withdrawable version
50 125 3 / 210 - 275 310 600 - 750 459 608 (7) (3)
63 158 3 / 275 310 750 459 677 260
Maximum overall dimensions (fixed version)
H d
a (mm) b (mm) c (mm) kg
Weight Embedded poles Assembled poles
94 - 180
147 - 260
Technical documentation
To go into technical and application aspects of the VD4 circuitbreakers in depth, please ask us for the following publications: PowerCube modules code 1VCP000091 Powerbloc modules code BA441/03E UniGear ZS1 switchgear code 1VCP000138 ZS8.4 switchgear code L2288 REF542 plus unit code 1VTA100001 PR512 protection unit code 1VCP000055
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17.5 50 - 60 630 . . . 4000 16 ... 31.5 40 ... 80 3 / 150 - 275 205 - 310 450 - 700 424 461 - 599 73 - 105 (5) (2)
24 50 - 60 630 . . . 3150 16 ... 31.5 40 ... 80 3 / 210 - 275 310 570 - 700 424 631 - 661 100 - 110 (2)
36 50-60 630 3150 16 ... 31.5 40 ... 80 3 / 275 328 / 280 786 / 853 492 / 789 876 / 973
(6) (6) (6) (6)
40,5 50-60 630 3150 16 40 40 100 4 / 280 - 360 328 895

(6) (4)
40 ... 50 100 ... 125 3 / 210 - 275 310 570 - 700 424 599 (5) (7)
- 1000
(6)
555 - 686 1575
94 - 180
170 / 210
290 - 350
Test voltage according to IEC 622711 Standards table 1a, VDE 0670, - part 1000, list 2 (2) With forced ventilation (3) Higher values on request (4) 360 mm for xed version, 280 mm for withdrawable version (5) Circuit-breaker with eat sink 616 mm (2500 A) (6) Withdrawable version (7) Circuit-breaker with eat sink 634 mm (3150 A)
(1)
Quality System Complies with ISO 9001 Standards, certified by an independent organisation. Test Laboratory Complies with UNI CEI EN ISO/IEC 17025 Standards, accredited by an independent organisation.
Environmental Management System Complies with ISO 14001 Standards, certified by an independent organisation. Health and Safety Management System Complies with OHSAS 18001 Standards, certified by an independent organisation.
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2. Selection and ordering Withdrawable circuit-breakers
Fixed VD4 circuit-breaker (12 kV)
Circuit-breaker Standards Rated voltage Rated insulation voltage Withstand voltage at 50 Hz Impulse withstand voltage Rated frequency Rated normal current (40 C)
VD4 12 (1) IEC 62271-100 VDE 0671; CEI EN 62271-100- File 7642 Ur [kV] 12 Us [kV] 12 Ud (1 min) [kV] 28 Up [kV] 75 fr [Hz] 50-60 Ir [A] 630 16 20 630 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 630 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 1250 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 1250 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 1250 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 1250 40 40 100 1250 40 40 100 1250 50 50 125 1250 50 50 125
Rated breaking capacity (rated short-circuit breaking current symmetrical)
Isc [kA]
25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80
Rated short-time withstand current (3s)
Ik [kA]
Making capacity
Ip [kA]
Operation sequence Opening time Arcing time Total breaking time Closing time
P P
[O - 0.3 s - CO - 15 s - CO]
[ms] 33 ... 60 [ms] 10 ... 15 [ms] 43 ... 75 [ms] 60 ... 80 H [mm] 461 W [mm] 450
H W D
461 570 424 210 75 7406
461 700 424 275 79
461 450 424 150 73 7405
461 570 424 210 75 7406
461 700 424 275 79
589 570 424 210 84
589 700 424 275 84
610 600 459 210 146
610 750 459 275 158
Maximum overall dimensions Weight
D [mm] 424 Pole distance P [mm] 150 [kg] 73 TN 7405 1VCD IEC: 60068-2-30, 60721-2-1 IEC: 62271-1
Standardised table of dimensions Operating temperature Tropicalization Electromagnetic compatibility
000051
000051 003282 003285 003440 003441
[C] - 5 ... + 40
(1) Circuit-breakers up to 1250 A and 31.5 kA have polyamide poles.
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12 12 28 75 50-60 1600 20 25 31.5 20 25 31.5 50 63 80 33 ... 60 10 ... 15 43 ... 75 60 ... 80 599 450 424 150 93 599 570 424 210 98 7407 599 700 424 275 105 7408 589 570 424 210 84 589 700 424 275 84 610 600 459 210 146 610 750 459 275 158 599 570 424 210 98 7407 599 700 424 275 105 7408 610 600 459 210 146 610 750 459 275 158 599 570 424 210 98 7407 599 700 424 275 105 7408 610 750 459 275 163 635 700 424 275 140 636 750 459 275 177 1600 20 25 31.5 20 25 31.5 50 63 80 1600 20 25 31.5 20 25 31.5 50 63 80 1600 40 40 100 1600 40 40 100 1600 50 50 125 1600 50 50 125 2000 20 25 31.5 40 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 100 2000 20 25 31.5 40 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 100 2000 50 50 125 2000 50 50 125 2500 20 25 31,5 20 25 31.5 50 63 80 2500 20 25 31.5 40 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 100 2500 50 50 125 3150 20 25 31.5 40 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 100 3150 50 50 125
000050 - 5 ... + 40
003282 003285 003440 003441
003440 003441
003441 000149 003443
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Fixed VD4 circuit-breaker (17.5 kV)
VD4 17 (1) IEC 62271-100 VDE 0671; CEI EN 62271-100- File 7642 Ur [kV] 17.5 Us [kV] 17.5 Ud (1 min) [kV] 38 Up [kV] 95 fr [Hz] 50-60 Ir [A] 630 16 20 630 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 630 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 1250 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 1250 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 1250 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 1250 40 40 100 1250 40 40 100 1250 50 50 125 1250 50 50 125
Isc [kA]
25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80
Ik [kA]
Making capacity
Ip [kA]
P P
[O - 0.3 s - CO - 15 s - CO]
[ms] 33 ... 60 [ms] 10 ... 15 [ms] 43 ... 75 [ms] 60 ... 80 H [mm] 461 W [mm] 450
H W D
461 570 424 210 75 7406
461 700 424 275 79
461 450 424 150 73 7405
461 570 424 210 75 7406
461 700 424 275 79
589 570 424 210 84
589 700 424 275 84
610 600 459 210 146
610 750 459 275 158
D [mm] 424 Pole distance P [mm] 150 [kg] 73 TN 7405 1VCD IEC: 60068-2-30, 60721-2-1 IEC: 62271-1
000051
000051 003282 003285 003440 003441
[C] - 5 ... + 40
(1) Circuit-breakers up to 1250 A and 31.5 kA have polyamide poles.
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17.5 17.5 38 95 50-60 1600 20 25 31.5 20 25 31.5 50 63 80 33 ... 60 10 ... 15 43 ... 75 60 ... 80 599 570 424 210 98 7407 599 700 424 275 105 7408 589 570 424 210 84 003282 589 700 424 275 84 003285 610 600 459 210 146 003440 610 750 459 275 158 003441 599 570 424 210 98 7407 599 700 424 275 105 7408 610 600 459 210 146 003440 610 750 459 275 158 003441 599 570 424 210 98 7407 599 700 424 275 105 7408 610 750 459 275 163 003441 635 700 424 275 140 000149 636 750 459 275 177 003443 1600 20 25 31.5 20 25 31.5 50 63 80 1600 40 40 100 1600 40 40 100 1600 50 50 125 1600 50 50 125 2000 20 25 31.5 40 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 100 2000 20 25 31.5 40 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 100 2000 50 50 125 2000 50 50 125 2500 20 25 31.5 20 25 31.5 50 63 80 2500 20 25 31.5 40 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 100 2500 50 50 125 3150 20 25 31.5 40 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 100 3150 50 50 125
- 5 ... + 40
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Circuit-breaker Standards Rated voltage Rated insulation voltage Withstand voltage at 50 Hz Impulse withstand voltage Rated frequency Rated normal current (40 C) Rated breaking capacity (rated short-circuit breaking current symmetrical)
VD4 24 IEC 62271-100 VDE 0671; CEI EN 62271-100- File 7642 Ur [kV] 24 Us [kV] 24 Ud (1 min) [kV] 50 Up [kV] 125 fr [Hz] 50-60 Ir [A] 630 16 Isc [kA] 20 25 16 20 25 40 50 63 630 16 20 25 16 20 25 40 50 63 1250 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 1250 16 20 25 16 20 25 40 50 63 1600 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 2000 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 2500 25 31.5 25 31.5 63 80
Ik [kA]
Making capacity
Ip [kA]
P P
[O - 0.3 s - CO - 15 s - CO] [ms] 33 ... 60 [ms] 10 ... 15 [ms] 43 ... 75 [ms] 60 ... 80 H [mm] 631 W [mm] 570
H W D
631 700 424 275 104 7410
631 570 424 210 100/106 7409 000172

(1) (1)
631 700 424 275 104 7410
642 700 424 275 110 7411
642 700 424 275 110 7411
642 700 424 275 110 7411
D [mm] 424 Pole distance P [mm] 210 [kg] 100 TN 7409 1VCD [C] - 5 ... + 40 IEC: 60068-2-30, 60721-2-1 IEC: 62271-1

(1) 31.5 kA version.
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Circuit-breaker Standards Rated voltage Rated insulation voltage Withstand voltage at 50 Hz Impulse withstand voltage Rated frequency Rated normal current (40 C) Rated breaking capacity (rated short-circuit breaking current symmetrical)
VD4 36 IEC 62271-100 VDE 0671; CEI EN 62271-100- File 7642 Ur [kV] 36 Us [kV] 36 Ud (1 min) [kV] 70 Up [kV] 170 fr [Hz] 50-60 Ir [A] 1250 Isc [kA] 31,5 Ik [kA] 31,5 1600 31,5 31,5 80 2000 31,5 31,5 80 2500 (*) 31,5 31,5 80
Making capacity Operation sequence Opening time Arcing time Total breaking time Closing time
P P
Ip [kA] 80 [O - 0.3 s - CO - 15 s - CO] [ms] 35 ... 60 [ms] 10 ... 15 [ms] 45 ... 75 [ms] 60 ... 80 H [mm] 564 W [mm] 778
H W D
564 778 468 275 150 1VYN300901-LT
564 778 468 275 170 1VYN300901-LT
D [mm] 468 Pole distance P [mm] 275 [kg] 150 TN 1VYN300901-LT [C] - 5 ... + 40 IEC: 60068-2-30, 60721-2-1 IEC: 62271-1

(*) Contact ABB.
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Types of xed version circuit-breakers available

Complete the circuit-breaker selected with the optional accessories indicated on the following pages.
VD4 fixed circuit-breaker without bottom and top terminals (12 kV)
Ur Isc Rated uninterrupted current (40C) [A] H=461 D=424 kV kA u/l=205 l/g=217.5 P=150 W=450 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 20 25 31.5 40 50 20 25 31.5 40 50 20 25 31.5
H W D u/l l/g P = Height of the circuit-breaker. = Width of the circuit-breaker. = Depth of the circuit-breaker. = Distance between bottom and top terminal. = Distance between the bottom terminal and the resting surface of the circuit-breaker. = Pole horizontal centre distance.
H=589 D=424 u/l=310 l/g=238 P=210 W=570 P=275 W=700 P=210 W=570 P=275 W=700
H=599 D=424 u/l=310 l/g=237.5 P=150 W=450 P=210 W=570 P=275 W=700
H=610 D=459 u/l=310 l/g=237 P=210 W=600 P=275 W=750
H=636 D=459 u/l=310 l/g=237 P=275 W=750 VD4 12.06.16 p150 VD4 12.06.20 p150 VD4 12.06.25 p150 VD4 12.06.32 p150 VD4 12.12.16 p150 VD4 12.12.20 p150 VD4 12.12.25 p150 VD4 12.12.32 p150 Circuit-breaker type
630 630 630 630 1250 1250 1250 1250 1600 1600 1600 630 630 630 630 1250 1250 1250 1250 1250 1250 1600 1600 1600 1600 1600 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000 2500 2500 2500
VD4 12.16.20 p150 VD4 12.16.25 p150 VD4 12.16.32 p150 VD4 12.06.16 p210 VD4 12.06.20 p210 VD4 12.06.25 p210 VD4 12.06.32 p210 VD4 12.12.16 p210 VD4 12.12.20 p210 VD4 12.12.25 p210 VD4 12.12.32 p210 VD4 12.12.40 p210 VD4 12.12.50 p210 VD4 12.16.20 p210 VD4 12.16.25 p210 VD4 12.16.32 p210 VD4 12.16.40 p210 VD4 12.16.50 p210 VD4 12.20.20 p210 VD4 12.20.25 p210 VD4 12.20.32 p210 VD4 12.20.40 p210 VD4 12.20.50 p210 VD4 12.25.20 p210 VD4 12.25.25 p210 VD4 12.25.32 p210
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Ur Isc Rated uninterrupted current (40C) [A] H=461 D=424 kV kA u/l=205 l/g=217.5 P=150 W=450 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 20 25 31.5 40 1600 1600 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000 2500 2500 2500 2500 2500 3150 3150 3150 3150 3150 50 20 25 31.5 40 50 20 25 31.5 40 50 20 25 31.5 40 50
H=589 D=424 u/l=310 l/g=238 P=210 W=570 P=275 W=700 630 630 630 630 1250 1250 1250 1250 1250 P=210 W=570 P=275 W=700
H=599 D=424 u/l=310 l/g=237.5 P=150 W=450 P=210 W=570 P=275 W=700
H=610 D=459 u/l=310 l/g=237 P=210 W=600 P=275 W=750
H=636 D=459 u/l=310 l/g=237 P=275 W=750 VD4 12.06.16 p275 VD4 12.06.20 p275 VD4 12.06.25 p275 VD4 12.06.32 p275 VD4 12.12.16 p275 VD4 12.12.20 p275 VD4 12.12.25 p275 VD4 12.12.32 p275 VD4 12.12.40 p275 1250 VD4 12.12.50 p275 VD4 12.16.20 p275 VD4 12.16.25 p275 VD4 12.16.32 p275 VD4 12.16.40 p275 VD4 12.16.50 p275 VD4 12.20.20 p275 VD4 12.20.25 p275 VD4 12.20.32 p275 VD4 12.20.40 p275 VD4 12.20.50 p275 VD4 12.25.20 p275 VD4 12.25.25 p275 VD4 12.25.32 p275 VD4 12.25.40 p275 VD4 12.25.50 p275 VD4 12.32.20 p275 VD4 12.32.25 p275 VD4 12.32.32 p275 VD4 12.32.40 p275 VD4 12.32.50 p275 Circuit-breaker type
1600 1600 1600
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VD4 fixed circuit-breaker without bottom and top terminals (17.5 kV)
Ur Isc Rated uninterrupted current (40 C) [A] H=461 D=424 kV kA u/l=205 l/g=217.5 P=150 W=450 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 630 630 630 630 1250 1250 1250 1250 630 630 630 630 1250 1250 1250 1250 1250 1250 1600 1600 1600 1600 1600 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000 2500 2500 2500 P=210 W=570 P=275 W=700 H=589 D=424 u/l=310 l/g=238 P=210 W=570 P=275 W=700 H=599 D=424 u/l=310 l/g=237.5 P=150 W=450 P=210 W=570 P=275 W=700 H=610 D=459 u/l=310 l/g=237 P=210 W=600 P=275 W=750 H=635 D=459 u/l=310 l/g=237.5 P=275 W=750 VD4 17.06.16 p150 VD4 17.06.20 p150 VD4 17.06.25 p150 VD4 17.06.32 p150 VD4 17.12.16 p150 VD4 17.12.20 p150 VD4 17.12.25 p150 VD4 17.12.32 p150 VD4 17.06.16 p210 VD4 17.06.20 p210 VD4 17.06.25 p210 VD4 17.06.32 p210 VD4 17.12.16 p210 VD4 17.12.20 p210 VD4 17.12.25 p210 VD4 17.12.32 p210 VD4 17.12.40 p210 VD4 17.12.50 p210 VD4 17.16.20 p210 VD4 17.16.25 p210 VD4 17.16.32 p210 VD4 17.16.40 p210 VD4 17.16.50 p210 VD4 17.20.20 p210 VD4 17.20.25 p210 VD4 17.20.32 p210 VD4 17.20.40 p210 VD4 17.20.50 p210 VD4 17.25.20 p210 VD4 17.25.25 p210 VD4 17.25.32 p210 Circuit-breaker type
17.5
31.5 40 50 20 25 31.5 40 50 20 25 31.5 40 50 20 25 31.5
H W D u/l l/g P
= Height of the circuit-breaker. = Width of the circuit-breaker. = Depth of the circuit-breaker. = Distance between bottom and top terminal. = Distance between the bottom terminal and the resting surface of the circuit-breaker. = Pole horizontal centre distance.
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VD4 fixed circuit-breaker without bottom and top terminals (17.5 kV)
Ur Isc Rated uninterrupted current (40 C) [A] H=461 D=424 kV kA u/l=205 l/g=217.5 P=150 W=450 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 20 25 31.5 40 1600 1600 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000 2500 2500 2500 2500 2500 3150 3150 3150 3150 3150 50 20 25 31.5 40 50 20 25 31.5 40 50 20 25 31.5 40 50
H=589 D=424 u/l=310 l/g=238 P=210 W=570 P=275 W=700 630 630 630 630 1250 1250 1250 1250 1250 P=210 W=570 P=275 W=700
H=599 D=424 u/l=310 l/g=237.5 P=150 W=450 P=210 W=570 P=275 W=700
H=610 D=459 u/l=310 l/g=237 P=210 W=600 P=275 W=750
H=635 D=459 u/l=310 l/g=237.5 P=275 W=750 VD4 17.06.16 p275 VD4 17.06.20 p275 VD4 17.06.25 p275 VD4 17.06.32 p275 VD4 17.12.16 p275 VD4 17.12.20 p275 VD4 17.12.25 p275 VD4 17.12.32 p275 VD4 17.12.40 p275 1250 VD4 17.12.50 p275 VD4 17.16.20 p275 VD4 17.16.25 p275 VD4 17.16.32 p275 VD4 17.16.40 p275 VD4 17.16.50 p275 VD4 17.20.20 p275 VD4 17.20.25 p275 VD4 17.20.32 p275 VD4 17.20.40 p275 VD4 17.20.50 p275 VD4 17.25.20 p275 VD4 17.25.25 p275 VD4 17.25.32 p275 VD4 17.25.40 p275 VD4 17.25.50 p275 VD4 17.32.20 p275 VD4 17.32.25 p275 VD4 17.32.32 p275 VD4 17.32.40 p275 VD4 17.32.50 p275 Circuit-breaker type
1600 1600 1600
17.5
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Ur Isc Rated uninterrupted current (40 C) [A] H=631 D=424 kV kA u/l=310 l/g=282.5 P=210 W=570 16 20 25 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 16 24 20 25 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 25 31.5
H W D u/l l/g P = = = = = =
H=642 D=424 u/l=310 l/g=282.5 P=275 W=700 P=275 W=700 VD4 24.06.16 p210 VD4 24.06.20 p210 VD4 24.06.25 p210 VD4 24.12.16 p210 VD4 24.12.20 p210 VD4 24.12.25 p210 VD4 24.12.32 p210 630 630 630 1250 1250 1250 1600 1600 1600 1600 2000 2000 2000 2000 2500 2500 VD4 24.06.16 p275 VD4 24.06.20 p275 VD4 24.06.25 p275 VD4 24.12.16 p275 VD4 24.12.20 p275 VD4 24.12.25 p275 VD4 24.16.16 p275 VD4 24.16.20 p275 VD4 24.16.25 p275 VD4 24.16.32 p275 VD4 24.20.16 p275 VD4 24.20.20 p275 VD4 24.20.25 p275 VD4 24.20.32 p275 VD4 24.25.25 p275 VD4 24.25.32 p275 Circuit-breaker type
630 630 630 1250 1250 1250 1250
Height of the circuit-breaker. Width of the circuit-breaker. Depth of the circuit-breaker. Distance between bottom and top terminal. Distance between the bottom terminal and the resting surface of the circuit-breaker. Pole horizontal centre distance.
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Ur Isc Rated uninterrupted current (40 C) [A] H=876 D=478.5 kV kA u/l=328 l/g=428.5 P=275 W=786 1250 A 36 31.5 1600 A 2000 A 2500 A (* )
H W D u/l l/g P (*) = = = = = = =
Circuit-breaker type
VD4 36.12.32 p275 VD4 36.16.32 p275 VD4 36.20.32 p275 VD4 36.25.32 p275
Height of the circuit-breaker. Width of the circuit-breaker. Depth of the circuit-breaker. Distance between bottom and top terminal. Distance between the bottom terminal and the resting surface of the circuit-breaker. Pole horizontal centre distance. Contact ABB.
Standard fittings of fixed circuit-breakers The basic versions of the fixed circuit-breakers are three-pole and fitted with: EL type manual operating mechanism mechanical signalling device for closing springs charged/ discharged mechanical signalling device for circuit-breaker open/closed closing pushbutton, opening pushbutton and operation counter set of ten auxiliary circuit-breaker break/make contacts
Note: with the group of ten auxiliary contacts supplied as standard and the maximum number of electrical applications, three break contacts (signalling circuit-breaker open) and five make contacts (signalling circuit-breaker closed) are available.
lever for manually charging the closing springs auxiliary circuit support terminal board.
VD4 - up to 24 kV VD4 - 36 kV
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Withdrawable version circuit-breakers for UniGear ZS1 switchgear (12 kV)
(1)
VD4/P 12 (3) IEC 62271-100 VDE 0671; CEI EN 62271-100- File 7642 Ur [kV] 12 Us [kV] 12 Ud (1 min) [kV] 28 Up [kV] 75 fr [Hz] 50-60 Ir [A] 630 16 20 1250 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 1250 40 40 100 1250 40 40 100 1250 50 50 125 1600 20 25 31.5 20 25 31.5 50 63 80 1600 20 25 31.5 20 25 31.5 50 63 80
Isc [kA]
25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80
Ik [kA]
Making capacity
Ip [kA]
P P
[ O - 0.3 s - CO - 15 s - CO ] [ms] 33 ... 60 [ms] 10 ... 15 [ms] 43 ... 75 [ms] 60 ... 80 H [mm] 628 W [mm] 503 D [mm] 662
W D
628 503 662 150 116 7412
691 653 641 210 174 003284
691 853 642 275 176 003286
691 681 643 210 180 003444
691 653 642 210 160 7415
691 853 642 275 166 7416
Pole distance P [mm] 150 [kg] 116 TN 7412 1VCD [C] - 5 ... + 40 IEC: 60068-2-30, 60721-2-1 IEC: 62271-1
(1) Rated current guaranteed with circuit-breaker installed in UniGear ZS1 switchgear and with 40 C ambient temperature. (2) Up to 4000 A with forced ventilation. (3) Circuit-breakers up to 1250 A and 31.5 kA have polyamide poles.
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12 12 28 75 50-60 1600 40 40 100 33 ... 60 10 ... 15 43 ... 75 60 ... 80 691 653 641 210 174 003284 - 5 ... + 40 691 853 642 275 176 003286 691 681 643 210 180 003444 691 853 643 275 193 003445 691 653 642 210 160 7415 691 853 642 275 166 7416 691 681 643 210 190 003444 691 853 643 275 205 003445 691 853 640 275 186 7417 691 853 643 275 225 003446 730 853 640 275 221 000153 742 853 643 275 240 003447 1600 40 40 100 1600 50 50 125 1600 50 50 125 2000 20 25 31.5 40 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 100 2000 20 25 31.5 40 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 100 2000 50 50 125 2000 50 50 125 2500 20 25 31.5 40 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 100 2500 50 50 125 3150 20 25 31.5 40 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 100
(2)
3150 50 50 125
(2)
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Withdrawable version circuit-breakers for UniGear ZS1 switchgear (17.5 kV)
(1)
VD4/P 17 (3) IEC 62271-100 VDE 0671; CEI EN 62271-100- File 7642 Ur [kV] 17.5 Us [kV] 17.5 Ud (1 min) [kV] 38 Up [kV] 95 fr [Hz] 50-60 Ir [A] 630 16 20 1250 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 1250 40 40 100 1250 40 40 100 1250 50 50 125 1600 20 25 31.5 20 25 31.5 50 63 80 1600 20 25 31.5 20 25 31.5 50 63 80
Isc [kA]
25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80
Ik [kA]
Making capacity
Ip [kA]
P P
H W D
632 503 664 150 116 7412
691 653 641 210 174 003284
691 853 642 275 176 003286
691 681 643 210 180 003444
691 653 642 210 160 7415
691 853 642 275 166 7416
(1) Rated current guaranteed with circuit-breaker installed in UniGear ZS1 switchgear and with 40 C ambient temperature. (2) Up to 4000 A with forced ventilation. (3) Circuit-breakers up to 1250 A and 31.5 kA have polyamide poles.
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17,5 17,5 38 95 50-60 1600 40 40 100 33 ... 60 10 ... 15 43 ... 75 60 ... 80 691 653 641 210 174 003284 - 5 ... + 40 691 853 642 275 176 003286 691 681 643 210 180 003444 691 853 643 275 193 003445 691 653 642 210 160 7415 691 853 642 275 166 7416 691 681 643 210 190 003444 691 853 643 275 205 003445 691 853 640 275 186 7417 691 853 643 275 225 003446 730 853 640 275 221 000153 742 853 643 275 240 003447 1600 40 40 100 1600 50 50 125 1600 50 50 125 2000 20 25 31,5 40 20 25 31,5 40 50 63 80 100 2000 20 25 31,5 40 20 25 31,5 40 50 63 80 100 2000 50 50 125 2000 50 50 125 2500 20 25 31,5 40 20 25 31,5 40 50 63 80 100 2500 50 50 125 3150 20 25 31,5 40 20 25 31,5 40 50 63 80 100
(2)
3150 50 50 125
(2)
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Withdrawable version circuit-breakers for UniGear ZS1 switchgear (24 kV)
(1)
VD4/P 24 IEC 62271-100 VDE 0671; CEI EN 62271-100- File 7642 Ur [kV] 24 Us [kV] 24 Ud (1 min) [kV] 50 Up [kV] 125 fr [Hz] 50-60 Ir [A] 630 16 20 25 16 20 25 40 50 63 630 16 20 25 16 20 25 40 50 63 1250 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 1250 16 20 25 16 20 25 40 50 63 1600 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 2000 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 2500 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80
(2)
3150 31.5 31.5 80
(3)
Isc [kA]
Ik [kA]
Making capacity
Ip [kA]
P P
H W D
794 853 802 275 148 7414
794 653 802 210 140/146 7413 000173

(4) (4)
794 853 802 275 148 7414
838 853 790 275 228 7418
838 853 790 275 228 7418
838 853 790 275 228 7418
838 853 790 275 277 000177

(1) (2) (3) (4)
Rated current guaranteed with circuit-breaker installed in UniGear ZS1 switchgear and with 40 C ambient temperature. 2300 A rated current guaranteed with natural ventilation; 2500 A rated current guaranteed with forced ventilation. 2700 A rated current guaranteed with natural ventilation; 3150 A rated current guaranteed with forced ventilation. 31.5 kA version.
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General characteristics of withdrawable circuit-breakers for UniGear ZS2 and PowerCube modules (36 kV)
(1)
VD4/W 36 IEC 62271-100 VDE 0671; CEI EN 62271-100- File 7642 Ur [kV] 36 Us [kV] 36 Ud (1 min) [kV] 70 Up [kV] 170 fr [Hz] 50-60 Ir [A] 1250 Isc [kA] 31,5 Ik [kA] 31,5 1600 31,5 31,5 80 2000 31,5 31,5 80 2500 (*) 31,5 31,5 80
P P
Ip [kA] 80 [O - 0.3 s - CO - 15 s - CO] [ms] 33 ... 60 [ms] 10 ... 15 [ms] 45 ... 75 [ms] 60 ... 80 H [mm] 973 W [mm] 842
H W D
973 842 788 275 230 1VYN300901-KG
973 842 788 275 230 1VYN300901-KG
973 842 788 275
D [mm] 788 Pole distance P [mm] 275 [kg] 230 TN 1VYN300901-KG [C] - 5 ... + 40 IEC: 60068-2-30, 60721-2-1 IEC: 62271-1

(*) Ask ABB
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Types of withdrawable version circuit-breakers available for UniGear ZS1 switchgear

Complete the circuit-breaker selected with the optional accessories indicated on the following pages.
VD4 (12 kV) withdrawable circuit-breaker

Ur Isc Rated uninterrupted current (40 C) [A] W=650 kV kA P=150 u/l=205 =35 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 20 25 31.5 40 50 12 20 25 31.5 40 50 40 20 25 31.5 40 50 20 25 31.5 40 50
W = P = u/l = = Width of the circuit-breaker. Pole horizontal centre distance. Distance between bottom and top terminal. Diameter of the isolating contact.
W=800 P=210 u/l=310 =79
W=1000 P=275 u/l=310 =79
W=1000 P=275 u/l=310 =109
W=1000 P=275 u/l=310 =109 VD4/P 12.06.16 p150 VD4/P 12.06.20 p150 VD4/P 12.06.25 p150 VD4/P 12.06.32 p150 VD4/P 12.12.16 p150 VD4/P 12.12.20 p150 VD4/P 12.12.25 p150 VD4/P 12.12.32 p150 Circuit-breaker type
630 630 630 630 1250 1250 1250 1250 1250 1250 1600 1600 1600 1600 1600 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000 1250 1600 1600 1600 1600 1600 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000
VD4/P 12.12.40 p210 VD4/P 12.12.50 p210 VD4/P 12.16.20 p210 VD4/P 12.16.25 p210 VD4/P 12.16.32 p210 VD4/P 12.16.40 p210 VD4/P 12.16.50 p210 VD4/P 12.20.20 p210 VD4/P 12.20.25 p210 VD4/P 12.20.32 p210 VD4/P 12.20.40 p210 VD4/P 12.20.50 p210 VD4/P 12.12.40 p275 VD4/P 12.16.20 p275 VD4/P 12.16.25 p275 VD4/P 12.16.32 p275 VD4/P 12.16.40 p275 VD4/P 12.16.50 p275 VD4/P 12.20.20 p275 VD4/P 12.20.25 p275 VD4/P 12.20.32 p275 VD4/P 12.20.40 p275 VD4/P 12.20.50 p275
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Ur Isc Rated uninterrupted current (40 C) [A] W=650 kV kA P=150 u/l=205 =35 20 25 31,5 40 12 50 20 25 31,5 40 50
W = Width of the circuit-breaker. P = Pole horizontal centre distance. u/l = Distance between bottom and top terminal. = Diameter of the isolating contact. (1) Up to 4000 A with forced ventilation.
W=800 P=210 u/l=310 =79
W=1000 P=275 u/l=310 =79
W=1000 P=275 u/l=310 =109 2500 2500 2500 2500 2500
W=1000 P=275 u/l=310 =109 VD4/P 12.25.20 p275 VD4/P 12.25.25 p275 VD4/P 12.25.32 p275 VD4/P 12.25.40 p275 VD4/P 12.25.50 p275 3150 (1) 3150 3150 3150 3150
(1) (1) (1) (1)
VD4/P 12.32.20 p275 VD4/P 12.32.25 p275 VD4/P 12.32.32 p275 VD4/P 12.32.40 p275 VD4/P 12.32.50 p275
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VD4 (17.5 kV) withdrawable circuit-breaker for UniGear ZS1 switchboard

Ur Isc Rated uninterrupted current (40 C) [A] W=650 kV kA P=150 u/l=205 =35 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 20 25 31.5 40 50 17.5 20 25 31.5 40 50 40 20 25 31.5 40 50 20 25 31.5 40 50
W = P = u/l = = Width of the circuit-breaker. Pole horizontal centre distance. Distance between bottom and top terminal. Diameter of the isolating contact.
W=800 P=210 u/l=310 =79
W=1000 P=275 u/l=310 =79
W=1000 P=275 u/l=310 =109
630 630 630 630 1250 1250 1250 1250 1250 1250 1600 1600 1600 1600 1600 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000 1250 1600 1600 1600 1600 1600 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000
VD4/P 17.12.40 p210 VD4/P 17.12.50 p210 VD4/P 17.16.20 p210 VD4/P 17.16.25 p210 VD4/P 17.16.32 p210 VD4/P 17.16.40 p210 VD4/P 17.16.50 p210 VD4/P 17.20.20 p210 VD4/P 17.20.25 p210 VD4/P 17.20.32 p210 VD4/P 17.20.40 p210 VD4/P 17.20.50 p210 VD4/P 17.12.40 p275 VD4/P 17.16.20 p275 VD4/P 17.16.25 p275 VD4/P 17.16.32 p275 VD4/P 17.16.40 p275 VD4/P 17.16.50 p275 VD4/P 17.20.20 p275 VD4/P 17.20.25 p275 VD4/P 17.20.32 p275 VD4/P 17.20.40 p275 VD4/P 17.20.50 p275
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VD4 (17.5 kV) withdrawable circuit-breaker for UniGear ZS1 switchboard

Ur Isc Rated uninterrupted current (40 C) [A] W=650 kV kA P=150 u/l=205 =35 20 25 31.5 40 17.5 50 20 25 31.5 40 50
W = Width of the circuit-breaker. P = Pole horizontal centre distance. u/l = Distance between bottom and top terminal. = Diameter of the isolating contact. (1) Up to 4000 A with forced ventilation.
W=800 P=210 u/l=310 =79
W=1000 P=275 u/l=310 =79
W=1000 P=275 u/l=310 =109 2500 2500 2500 2500 2500
W=1000 P=275 u/l=310 =109 VD4/P 17.25.20 p275 VD4/P 17.25.25 p275 VD4/P 17.25.32 p275 VD4/P 17.25.40 p275 VD4/P 17.25.50 p275 3150 3150 3150 3150 3150
(1) (1) (1) (1) (1)
VD4/P 17.32.20 p275 VD4/P 17.32.25 p275 VD4/P 17.32.32 p275 VD4/P 17.32.40 p275 VD4/P 17.32.50 p275
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VD4 (24 kV) withdrawable circuit-breaker for UniGear ZS1 switchboard

Ur Isc Rated uninterrupted current (40 C) [A] W=800 kV kA P=210 u/l=310 =35 16 20 25 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 16 20 25 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 31.5
W = Width of the switchgear. P = Pole horizontal centre distance. u/l = Distance between bottom and top terminal. = Diameter of the isolating contact. (1) 2500 A rated current guaranteed with forced ventilation. (2) 3150 A rated current guaranteed with forced ventilation.
W=1000 P=275 u/l=310 =35
W=1000 P=275 u/l=310 =79
W=1000 P=275 u/l=310 =109 VD4/P 24.06.16 p210 VD4/P 24.06.20 p210 VD4/P 24.06.25 p210 VD4/P 24.12.16 p210 VD4/P 24.12.20 p210 VD4/P 24.12.25 p210 VD4/P 24.12.32 p210 Circuit-breaker type
630 630 630 1250 1250 1250 1250 630 630 630 1250 1250 1250 1600 1600 1600 1600 2000 2000 2000 2000 2300 2300 2300 2300
(1) (1) (1) (1)
VD4/P 24.06.16 p275 VD4/P 24.06.20 p275 VD4/P 24.06.25 p275 VD4/P 24.12.16 p275 VD4/P 24.12.20 p275 VD4/P 24.12.25 p275 VD4/P 24.16.16 p275 VD4/P 24.16.20 p275 VD4/P 24.16.25 p275 VD4/P 24.16.32 p275 VD4/P 24.20.16 p275 VD4/P 24.20.20 p275 VD4/P 24.20.25 p275 VD4/P 24.20.32 p275 VD4/P 24.25.16 p275 VD4/P 24.25.20 p275 VD4/P 24.25.25 p275 VD4/P 24.25.32 p275 2700
(2)
24
VD4/P 24.32.32 p275
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Ur Isc Rated uninterrupted current (40 C) [A] H=951 D=788 kV kA u/l=380 =399 P=275 W=778 1250 A 36 31.5 1600 A 2000 A 2500 A *
H D u/l P W (*) = = = = = = =
( )
VD4/W 36.12.32 p275 VD4/W 36.16.32 p275 VD4/W 36.20.32 p275 VD4/W 36.25.32 p275
Height of the circuit-breaker. Depth of the circuit-breaker. Distance between bottom and top terminal. Diameter of the isolating contact. Pole horizontal centre distance. Width of the circuit-breaker. Contact ABB.
Standard fittings of withdrawable circuit-breakers for UniGear ZS1, ZS2 switchgear and similar panels The basic versions of the withdrawable circuit-breakers are three-pole and fitted with: EL type manual operating mechanism mechanical signalling device for closing springs charged/ discharged mechanical signalling device for circuit-breaker open/closed closing pushbutton opening pushbutton operation counter set of ten circuit-breaker open/closed auxiliary contacts
Note: with the group of ten auxiliary contacts supplied as standard and the maximum number of electrical applications, three break contacts (signalling circuit-breaker open) and four make contacts (signalling circuit-breaker closed) are available.
locking electromagnet in the truck (compulsory for ABB switchgear). This device prevents racking the circuit-breaker into the switchgear with the auxiliary circuits disconnected (plug not inserted in the socket) door interlock (compulsory for ABB switchgear); this device prevents racking the circuit-breaker into the switchgear when the switchgear door is open.
lever for manually charging the closing springs isolating contacts cord with connector (plug only) for auxiliary circuits, with striker pins which does not allow the plug to be inserted into the socket if the rated current of the circuit-breaker is lower than the rated current of the panel racking-out/in lever (the quantity must be defined according to the number of pieces of apparatus ordered)
VD4 up to 24 kV
VD4 - 36 kV
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Withdrawable version circuit-breakers for PowerCube modules (12 kV)
Circuit-breaker
VD4/P 12 ( 3) PowerCube module PB1 IEC 62271-100 VDE 0671; CEI EN 62271-100- File 7642 Ur [kV] 12 Us [kV] 12 Ud (1 min) [kV] 28 Up [kV] 75 fr [Hz] 50-60
(1)
VD4/W 12 (3) PB2 12 12 28 75 50-60 1250 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 630 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 33 ... 60 10 ... 15 43 ... 75 60 ... 80 628 503 662 150 116 7412 691 653 642 210 135 7420 - 5 ... + 40 691 853 642 210 135 7420 1250 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80
Standards Rated voltage Rated insulation voltage Withstand voltage at 50 Hz Impulse withstand voltage Rated frequency
Rated normal current (40 C)
Ir [A] 630 16 20
Isc [kA]
25 31.5 16 20
Ik [kA]
25 31.5 40 50 63 80
Making capacity
Ip [kA]
P P
H W D
(1) Rated current guaranteed with circuit-breaker installed in PowerCube enclosure and with 40 C ambient temperature (2) Up to 4000 A with forced ventilation. (3) Circuit-breakers up to 1250 A and 31.5 kA have polyamide poles.
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VD4/P 12 PB2 12 12 28 75 50-60 1250 40 40 100 33 ... 60 10 ... 15 43 ... 75 60 ... 80 691 653 641 210 174 003284 - 5 ... + 40 691 681 643 210 180 003444 691 653 642 210 160 7415 691 653 641 210 174 003284 691 681 643 210 180 003444 690 653 642 210 160 7415 691 681 643 210 190 003444 691 853 640 275 186 7417 1250 50 50 125 1600 20 25 31.5 20 25 31.5 50 63 80 1600 40 40 100 1600 50 50 125 2000 20 25 31.5 40 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 100 2000 50 50 125 2500 20 25 31.5 40 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 100 PB3 12 12 28 75 50-60 2500 50 50 125 33 ... 60 10 ... 15 43 ... 75 60 ... 80 691 853 643 275 225 003445 - 5 ... + 40
VD4/W 12 PB3 12 12 28 75 50-60 3150 20 25 31.5 40 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 100 33 ... 60 10 ... 15 43 ... 75 60 ... 80 730 853 640 275 221 000152 - 5 ... + 40 691 853 643 275 240 003596
(2)
3150 (2) 50 50 125
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Withdrawable version circuit-breakers for PowerCube modules (17.5 kV)
Circuit-breaker
VD4/P 17 ( 3) PowerCube module PB1 IEC 62271-100 VDE 0671; CEI EN 62271-100- File 7642 Ur [kV] 17.5 Us [kV] 17.5 Ud (1 min) [kV] 38 Up [kV] 95 fr [Hz] 50-60
(1)
VD4/W 17 (3) PB2 17.5 17.5 38 95 50-60 1250 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 630 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 33 ... 60 10 ... 15 43 ... 75 60 ... 80 628 503 662 150 116 7412 691 653 642 210 135 7420 - 5 ... + 40 691 853 642 210 135 7420 1250 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80
Ir [A] 630 16 20 Isc [kA] 25 31.5 16 20
Ik [kA]
25 31.5 40 50 63 80
Making capacity
Ip [kA]
P P
H W D
(1) Rated current guaranteed with circuit-breaker installed in PowerCube enclosure and with 40 C ambient temperature. (2) Up to 4000 A with forced ventilation. (3) Circuit-breakers up to 1250 A and 31.5 kA have polyamide poles.
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VD4/P 17 PB2 17,5 17,5 38 95 50-60 1250 40 40 100 33 ... 60 10 ... 15 43 ... 75 60 ... 80 691 653 641 210 174 003284 - 5 ... + 40 691 681 643 210 180 003444 691 653 642 210 160 7415 691 653 641 210 174 003284 691 681 643 210 180 003444 690 653 642 210 160 7415 691 681 643 210 190 003444 1250 50 50 125 1600 20 25 31.5 20 25 31.5 50 63 80 1600 40 40 100 1600 50 50 125 2000 20 25 31.5 40 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 100 2000 50 50 125 PB3 17,5 17,5 38 95 50-60 2500 20 25 31.5 40 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 100 33 ... 60 10 ... 15 43 ... 75 60 ... 80 691 853 640 275 186 7417 - 5 ... + 40 691 853 643 275 225 003445 2500 50 50 125
VD4/W 17 PB3 17,5 17,5 38 95 50-60 3150 50 50 125 33 ... 60 10 ... 15 43 ... 75 60 ... 80 691 853 643 275 240 003596 - 5 ... + 40 730 853 640 275 221 000152
(2)
3150 20 25 31.5 40 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 100
(2)
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Withdrawable version circuit-breakers for PowerCube modules (24 kV)
Circuit-breaker
VD4/P 24 PowerCube module PB4 PB5 24 24 50 125 50-60 1250 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 1600 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80 33 ... 60 10 ... 15 43 ... 75 60 ... 80 794 653 802 210 140/146 7413 000173
(3) (3)
Standards Rated voltage Rated insulation voltage Withstand voltage at 50 Hz Impulse withstand voltage Rated frequency Rated normal current (40 C) Rated breaking capacity (rated short-circuit breaking current symmetrical)
IEC 62271-100 VDE 0671; CEI EN 62271-100- File 7642 Ur [kV] 24 Us [kV] 24 Ud (1 min) [kV] 50 Up [kV] 125 fr [Hz] 50-60
(1)
Ir [A] 630 16 Isc [kA] 20 25 16
2000 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80
2500 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 63 80
(2)
Ik [kA]
20 25 40 50 63
Making capacity
Ip [kA]
P P
H W D
838 853 790 275 228 7418
838 853 790 275 228 7418
838 853 790 275 228 7418
(1) Rated current guaranteed with circuit-breaker installed in PowerCube enclosure and with 40 C ambient temperature. (2) 2300 A rated uninterrupted current guaranteed with natural ventilation; 2500 A rated current guaranteed with forced ventilation. (3) 31.5 kA version.
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Types of withdrawable version circuit-breakers available for PowerCube modules

Complete the circuit-breaker selected with the optional accessories indicated on the following pages. VD4 withdrawable circuit-breaker (12 kV)
Ur Isc Rated uninterrupted current (40 C) [A] W=650 kV kA P=150 u/l=205 =35 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 12 20 25 31.5 40 50 20 25 31.5 40 50 20 25 31.5 40 50 20 25 31.5 40 50
W = Width of the switchgear. P = Pole horizontal centre distance. u/l = Distance between bottom and top terminal. = Diameter of the isolating contact. (1) Up to 4000 A with forced ventilation.
W=800 P=210 u/l=310 =79
W=1000 P=275 u/l=310 =79
W=1000 P=275 u/l=310 =109
630 630 630 630 1250 1250 1250 1250 630 630 630 630 1250 1250 1250 1250 1250 1250 1600 1600 1600 1600 1600 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000 2500 2500 2500 2500 2500 3150 (1) 3150 3150 3150 3150
(1) (1) (1) (1)
VD4/W 12.06.16 p210 VD4/W 12.06.20 p210 VD4/W 12.06.25 p210 VD4/W 12.06.32 p210 VD4/W 12.12.16 p210 VD4/W 12.12.20 p210 VD4/W 12.12.25 p210 VD4/W 12.12.32 p210 VD4/P 12.12.40 p210 VD4/P 12.12.50 p210 VD4/P 12.16.20 p210 VD4/P 12.16.25 p210 VD4/P 12.16.32 p210 VD4/P 12.16.40 p210 VD4/P 12.16.50 p210 VD4/P 12.20.20 p210 VD4/P 12.20.25 p210 VD4/P 12.20.32 p210 VD4/P 12.20.40 p210 VD4/P 12.20.50 p210 VD4/P 12.25.20 p275 VD4/P 12.25.25 p275 VD4/P 12.25.32 p275 VD4/P 12.25.40 p275 VD4/P 12.25.50 p275 VD4/W 12.32.20 p275 VD4/W 12.32.25 p275 VD4/W 12.32.32 p275 VD4/W 12.32.40 p275 VD4/W 12.32.50 p275
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VD4 withdrawable circuit-breaker (17.5 kV)

Ur Isc Rated uninterrupted current (40 C) [A] W=650 kV kA P=150 u/l=205 =35 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 40 50 17,5 20 25 31.5 40 50 20 25 31.5 40 50 20 25 31.5 40 50 20 25 31.5 40 50
W = Width of the switchgear. P = Pole horizontal centre distance. u/l = Distance between bottom and top terminal. = Diameter of the isolating contact. (1) Up to 4000 A with forced ventilation.
W=800 P=210 u/l=310 =79
W=1000 P=275 u/l=310 =79
W=1000 P=275 u/l=310 =109
630 630 630 630 1250 1250 1250 1250 630 630 630 630 1250 1250 1250 1250 1250 1250 1600 1600 1600 1600 1600 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000 2500 2500 2500 2500 2500 3150 3150 3150 3150 3150
(1) (1) (1) (1) (1)
VD4/W 17.06.16 p210 VD4/W 17.06.20 p210 VD4/W 17.06.25 p210 VD4/W 17.06.32 p210 VD4/W 17.12.16 p210 VD4/W 17.12.20 p210 VD4/W 17.12.25 p210 VD4/W 17.12.32 p210 VD4/P 17.12.40 p210 VD4/P 17.12.50 p210 VD4/P 17.16.20 p210 VD4/P 17.16.25 p210 VD4/P 17.16.32 p210 VD4/P 17.16.40 p210 VD4/P 17.16.50 p210 VD4/P 17.20.20 p210 VD4/P 17.20.25 p210 VD4/P 17.20.32 p210 VD4/P 17.20.40 p210 VD4/P 17.20.50 p210 VD4/P 17.25.20 p275 VD4/P 17.25.25 p275 VD4/P 17.25.32 p275 VD4/P 17.25.40 p275 VD4/P 17.25.50 p275 VD4/W 17.32.20 p275 VD4/W 17.32.25 p275 VD4/W 17.32.32 p275 VD4/W 17.32.40 p275 VD4/W 17.32.50 p275
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VD4 withdrawable circuit-breaker (24 kV)

Ur Isc Rated uninterrupted current (40 C) [A] W=800 kV kA P=210 u/l=310 =35 16 20 25 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 24 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 16 20 25 31.5 630 630 630 1250 1250 1250 1250 1600 1600 1600 1600 2000 2000 2000 2000 2300 2300 2300 2300
(1) (1) (1) (1)
W=1000 P=275 u/l=310 =79 VD4/P 24.06.16 p210 VD4/P 24.06.20 p210 VD4/P 24.06.25 p210 VD4/P 24.12.16 p210 VD4/P 24.12.20 p210 VD4/P 24.12.25 p210 VD4/P 24.12.32 p210 VD4/P 24.16.16 p275 VD4/P 24.16.20 p275 VD4/P 24.16.25 p275 VD4/P 24.16.32 p275 VD4/P 24.20.16 p275 VD4/P 24.20.20 p275 VD4/P 24.20.25 p275 VD4/P 24.20.32 p275 VD4/P 24.25.16 p275 VD4/P 24.25.20 p275 VD4/P 24.25.25 p275 VD4/P 24.25.32 p275 Circuit-breaker type
W = Width of the switchgear. P = Pole horizontal centre distance. u/l = Distance between bottom and top terminal. = Diameter of the isolating contact. (1) Up to 2500 A rated current guaranteed with forced ventilation.
Standard fittings of withdrawable circuit-breakers for PowerCube modules The basic versions of the withdrawable circuit-breakers are always three-pole and fitted with: EL type manual operating mechanism mechanical signalling device for closing springs charged/ discharged mechanical signalling device for circuit-breaker open/closed closing pushbutton opening pushbutton operation counter set of ten circuit-breaker open/closed auxiliary contacts
racking-in/out lever (the quantity must be defined according to the number of pieces of apparatus ordered) locking electromagnet in the truck. This prevents the circuit-breaker being racked into the panel with the auxiliary circuits disconnected (plug not inserted in the socket). door interlock (compulsory for ABB switchgear); this device prevents racking the circuit-breaker into the switchgear when the switchgear door is open.
lever for manually charging the closing springs isolating contacts cord with connector (plug only) for auxiliary circuits, with striker pin which does not allow the plug to be inserted into the socket if the rated current of the circuit-breaker is different from the rated current of the panel
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Withdrawable circuit-breakers for ZS8.4 type switchgear (12 - 17.5 - 24 kV)
Circuit-breaker
VD4/Z8 Panel without partitions Panel with partitions Preussen Elektra - EON
(2)
650 1000 650 1000 650 1000 800 1200 800 1200
Width [mm] 650 Depth [mm] 1000 Standards Rated voltage Rated insulation voltage Withstand voltage at 50 Hz Impulse withstand voltage Rated frequency Rated normal current (40 C) Rated breaking capacity (rated symmetrical short-circuit current) Rated short-time withstand current(3 s)
(1)
IEC 62271-100 VDE 0671 Ur [kV] 12 Us [kV] 12 Ud (1 min) [kV] 28 Up [kV] 75 fr [Hz] 50-60 Ir [A] 630 Isc [kA] 20 25 Ik [kA] 20 25 Ip [kA] 50 63 [O-0.3s-CO-15s-CO] [ms] 33...60 [ms] 10...15 [ms] 43...75 [ms] 60...80
P P
12 12 28 75 1250 20 25 20 25 50 63
17.5 17.5 38 95 630 20 25 20 25 50 63
17.5 17.5 38 95 1250 20 25 20 25 50 63
24 24 50 125 630 16 20 25 16 20 25 40 50 63
24 24 50 125 1250 16 20 25 16 20 25 40 50 63
Making capacity Operation sequence Opening time Arcing time Total breaking time Closing time Maximum overall dimensions Weight Standardised table of dimensions Operating temperature Tropicalisation Electromagnetic compatibility
H [mm] 579 W [mm] 503 D [mm] 548
579 503 548 150 116 000137
579 503 548 150 116 000137
579 503 548 150 116 000137
680 653 646 210 140 000089
680 653 646 210 140 000138
H W D
Pole distance P [mm] 150 [kg] 116 1VCD 000092 [C] 5 ... + 40 IEC 60068-2-30 IEC 60721-2-1 IEC 62271-1
(1) Rated current guaranteed with circuit-breaker installed in switchgear with 40 C ambient temperature. (2) Special type with device for charging the closing spring by means of a rotary handle outside the operating mechanism.
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VD4/ZT8 650 1200 12 12 28 75 50-60 630 20 25 20 25 50 63 33...60 10...15 43...75 60...80 579 503 638 150 116 000093 5 ... + 40 579 503 638 150 116 000134 579 503 638 150 116 000134 579 503 638 150 116 000134 680 653 646 210 140 000090 680 653 646 210 140 000136 1250 20 25 20 25 50 63 630 20 25 20 25 50 63 1250 20 25 20 25 50 63 630 16 20 25 16 20 25 40 50 63 1250 16 20 25 16 20 25 40 50 63 12 12 28 75 17.5 17.5 38 95 17.5 17.5 38 95 24 24 50 125 24 24 50 125 650 1200 650 1200 650 1200 800 1200 800 1200
VD4/ZS8 650 1200 12 12 28 75 50-60 630 20 25 20 25 50 63 40...60 10...15 50...75 60...80 579 503 638 150 116 000091 5 ... + 40 579 503 638 150 116 000133 680 653 646 210 140 000088 680 653 646 210 140 000135 1250 20 25 20 25 50 63 630 16 20 25 16 20 25 40 50 63 1250 16 20 25 16 20 25 40 50 63 12 12 28 75 24 24 50 125 24 24 50 125 650 1200 800 1200 800 1200
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VD4/ZS8 - VD4/ZT8 - VD4/Z8 withdrawable circuit-breaker for ZS8.4 switchgear

Ur Isc Rated uninterrupted current (40C) [A] Panel without partition W = 650 kV kA P = 150 u/l = 205 = 35 20 25 20 25 20 12 25 20 25 20 25 20 25 20 25 20 17.5 25 20 25 20 25 16 20 25 16 20 25 16 20 24 25 16 20 25 16 20 25 16 20 25
W = Width of the switchgear. P = Pole horizontal centre distance. u/l = Distance between bottom and top terminal. =Diameter of the isolating contact.
Panel with partition W = 650 P = 150 u/l = 205 = 35 W = 800 P = 210 u/l = 310 = 35
Special panel EON W = 650 P = 150 u/l = 205 = 35 W = 800 P = 210 u/l = 310 = 35 VD4/Z8 12.06.20 p150 VD4/Z8 12.06.25 p150 VD4/Z8 12.12.20 p150 VD4/Z8 12.12.25 p150 Circuit-breaker type
W = 800 P = 210 u/l = 310 = 35
630 630 1250 1250 630 630 1250 1250 630 630 1250 1250 630 630 1250 1250 630 630 1250 1250 630 630 630 1250 1250 1250 630 630 630 1250 1250 1250 630 630 630 1250 1250 1250
VD4/ZT8 12.06.20 p150 VD4/ZT8 12.06.25 p150 VD4/ZT8 12.12.20 p150 VD4/ZT8 12.12.25 p150 VD4/ZS8 12.06.20 p150 VD4/ZS8 12.06.25 p150 VD4/ZS8 12.12.20 p150 VD4/ZS8 12.12.25 p150 VD4/Z8 17.06.20 p150 VD4/Z8 17.06.25 p150 VD4/Z8 17.12.20 p150 VD4/Z8 17.12.25 p150 VD4/ZT8 17.06.20 p150 VD4/ZT8 17.06.25 p150 VD4/ZT8 17.12.20 p150 VD4/ZT8 17.12.25 p150 VD4/Z8 24.06.16 p210 VD4/Z8 24.06.20 p210 VD4/Z8 24.06.25 p210 VD4/Z8 24.12.16 p210 VD4/Z8 24.12.20 p210 VD4/Z8 24.12.25 p210 VD4/ZT8 24.06.16 p210 VD4/ZT8 24.06.20 p210 VD4/ZT8 24.06.25 p210 VD4/ZT8 24.12.16 p210 VD4/ZT8 24.12.20 p210 VD4/ZT8 24.12.25 p210 VD4/ZS8 24.06.16 p210 VD4/ZS8 24.06.20 p210 VD4/ZS8 24.06.25 p210 VD4/ZS8 24.12.16 p210 VD4/ZS8 24.12.20 p210 VD4/ZS8 24.12.25 p210
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Standard fittings of withdrawable circuit-breakers for ZS8.4 switchgear The basic versions of the withdrawable circuit-breakers are three-pole and fitted with: EL type manual operating mechanism mechanical signalling device for closing springs charged/ discharged mechanical signalling device for circuit-breaker open/closed closing pushbutton opening pushbutton operation counter set of ten circuit-breaker open/closed auxiliary contacts Note: with the group of ten auxiliary contacts supplied as standard and the
maximum number of electrical applications, three break contacts (signalling circuit-breaker open) and four make contacts (signalling circuit-breaker closed) are available.
lever for manually charging the closing springs incorporated in the operating mechanism for VD4/Z8 and VD4/ZT8, external with rotary movement for VD4/ZS8 isolating contacts racking in/out lever (the quantity must be defined according to the number of pieces of apparatus ordered) VD4/ZS8 (Preussen Elektra-EON version) device for closing spring charging, with the door closed, by means of a removable rotary crank handle outside the operating mechanism and the switchgear Harting 64-pin socket with mechanical interlock which prevents traverse of the circuit-breaker when the plug is not inserted in the socket interlock with the door which prevents the spring charging lever when the circuit-breaker is closed interlock with the door and Harting 64 pin socket which prevents door closing when the plug is not inserted in the socket. VD4/Z8 - VD4/ZT8 Harting 64-pin socket with mechanical interlock which prevents traverse of the circuit-breaker when the plug is not inserted in the socket.
Caption 1) Spring charging device with rotary crank handle 2) Harting 64 plus socket with mechanical interlock which prevents traverse when the socket is not inserted 3) Door - socket - spring charging device interlock (only VD4/ZS8 version)
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Withdrawable circuit-breakers for UniSwitch switchgear (CBW type unit) and UniMix switchgear P1/E type unit) (24 kV)
Circuit-breaker
VD4/US 24 UniSwitch (unit CBW type) UniMix (unit P1/E type) IEC 62271-100 VDE 0671; CEI EN 62271-100- File 7642 Ur [kV] 24 Us [kV] 24 Ud (1 min) [kV] 50 Up [kV] 125 fr [Hz] 50-60
(1)
(3)
VD4/US 24 24 24 50 125 50-60 1250 24 24 50 125 50-60 630

(5) (5)
(4)
24 24 50 125 50-60 1250 16 20 25 16 20 25 40 50 63 33 ... 60 10 ... 15 43 ... 75 60 ... 80 680 653 742 210 125 000047 - 5 ... + 40
Ir [A] 630 16 (20) Isc [kA] 20 (25) 16 (20)

(5) (5) (5) (5)
Rated breaking capacity (rated symmetrical short-circuit current)
16 (25) 20 (25) 16 (25) 20 (25) 40 (50) 50 (63)
16 20 25 16 20 25 40 50 63 33 ... 60 10 ... 15 43 ... 75 60 ... 80 680 653 742 210 125 000047 - 5 ... + 40
(5) (5)
Rated short-time withstand current (3 s)
(2)
Ik [kA] 20 (25) 40 (50)
(5) (5)
(5) (5)
P P
Ip [kA] 50 (63) [O - 0.3 s - CO - 15 s - CO]
[ms] 33 ... 60 [ms] 10 ... 15 [ms] 43 ... 75 [ms] 60 ... 80 H [mm] 680 W [mm] 653
H W D
33 ... 60 10 ... 15 43 ... 75 60 ... 80 680 653 742 210 125 000047 - 5 ... + 40
D [mm] 742 Pole distance P [mm] 210 [kg] 125 1VCD 000047 [C] - 5 ... + 40 IEC: 60068-2-30, 60721-2-1 IEC 62271

(1) (2) (3) (4) (5)
Rated current guaranteed with withdrawable circuit-breaker installed in switchgear with 40 C ambient temperature The value and duration of the rated short-time withstand current depends on the switchgear. See the specic catalogues of the UniSwitch and UniMix switchgear The top shutter activation wheels of the UniSwitch switchgear (CBW unit) are mounted and adjusted by the manufacturer of the UniSwitch switchgear The top shutter activation wheels of the UniMix switchgear (P1/E unit) are available on request The values in brackets refer to the 12 kV rated voltage.
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Withdrawable c.-breaker for UniSwitch switchgear (CBW type unit) and UniMix switchgear (P1/E type unit) Ur Isc Rated uninterrupted current (40 C) [A] UniSwitch CBW kV kA P=210 u/l=310 =35 16 20 24 25 16 20 25 630 630 1250 1250
(1) (1) (1) (1)
UniMix P1/E P=210 u/l=310 =79 630 630 630 1250 1250 1250 VD4/US 24.06.16 p210 VD4/US 24.06.20 p210 VD4/US 24.06.25 p210 VD4/US 24.12.16 p210 VD4/US 24.12.20 p210 VD4/US 24.12.25 p210 Circuit-breaker type
(1) Isc 25 kA at 12 kV. P = Horizontal centre distance between poles. u/l = Distance between top and bottom terminal. = Diameter of the isolating contacts.
Standard fittings of withdrawable circuit-breakers for UniSwitch and UniMix switchgear The basic versions of the withdrawable circuit-breakers are three-pole and fitted with: EL type manual operating mechanism mechanical signalling device for closing springs charged/ discharged mechanical signalling device for circuit-breaker open/closed closing pushbutton opening pushbutton operation counter set of ten circuit-breaker open/closed auxiliary contacts
lever for manually charging the closing springs isolating contacts cord with connector (plug only) for auxiliary circuits, with striker pin which does not allow the plug to be inserted into the socket if the rated current of the circuit-breaker is different from the rated current of the panel racking-in/out lever (the quantity must be defined according to the number of pieces of apparatus ordered) locking electromagnet in the truck. This prevents the circuit-breaker being racked into the panel with the auxiliary circuits disconnected (plug not inserted in the socket).
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General characteristics of withdrawable circuit-breakers for UniSec switchgear
(1)
VD4/SEC IEC 62271-100 VDE 0671; CEI EN 62271-100- File 7642 Ur [kV] 24 Us [kV] 24 Ud (1 min) [kV] 50 Up [kV] 125 fr [Hz] 50-60 Ir [A] 630 - 1250 16 Isc [kA] 20 25 16 Ik [kA] 20 25 40
Rated breaking capacity (rated symmetrical short-circuit current) Rated short-time withstand current (3 s)
Making capacity Opening time Opening time Arcing time Total breaking time Closing time
P P
Ip [kA] 50 63 [O - 0.3 s - CO - 15 s - CO] [ms] 33 ... 60 [ms] 10 ... 15 [ms] 43 ... 75 [ms] 60 ... 80 H [mm] 743 W [mm] 653
H W D
Maximum overall dimensions
D [mm] 742 Pole distance P [mm] 210 [kg] 133 1VCD 000190 [C] - 5 ... + 40 IEC: 60068-2-30, 60721-2-1 IEC 62271
Weight Standardised table of dimensions Operating temperature Tropicalization Electromagnetic compatibility
(1) Rated current guaranteed with withdrawable circuit-breaker installed in switchgear with 40 C ambient temperature.
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Withdrawable circuit-breaker for UniSec switchgear Ur kV Isc kA 16 20 24 25 16 20 25 Rated uninterrupted current (40 C) [A] P=210 u/l=310 =79 630 630 630 1250 1250 1250 VD4/SEC 24.06.16 p210 VD4/SEC 24.06.20 p210 VD4/SEC 24.06.25 p210 VD4/SEC 24.12.16 p210 VD4/SEC 24.12.20 p210 VD4/SEC 24.12.25 p210 Circuit-breaker type
P = Horizontal centre distance between poles. u/l = Distance between top and bottom terminal. = Diameter of the isolating contacts.
Standard fittings of withdrawable circuit-breakers for UniSec The basic versions of the withdrawable circuit-breakers are three-pole and fitted with: EL type manual operating mechanism mechanical signalling device for closing springs charged/ discharged mechanical signalling device for circuit-breaker open/closed closing pushbutton opening pushbutton operation counter set of ten circuit-breaker open/closed auxiliary contacts
lever for manual loading of the closing spring built into the operating mechanism isolating contacts cord with connector (plug only) for auxiliary circuits, with striker pin which does not allow the plug to be inserted into the socket if the rated current of the circuit-breaker is different from the rated current of the panel racking-in/out lever (the quantity must be defined according to the number of pieces of apparatus ordered)
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2. Selection and ordering Optional accessories
The accessories identied with the same number are alternative to each other.
Shunt opening release (-MO1)
Additional shunt opening release (-MO2)
This allows remote opening control of the apparatus. The release can operate both in direct and alternating current. This release is suitable for both instantaneous and permanent service. In the case of instantaneous service, the minimum current impulse time must be 100 ms. Checking functionality and continuity is only possible using the STU device (accessory 21).
Characteristics Un Un Un Operating limits Power on inrush (Ps) Inrush duration Continuous power (Pc) Opening time Closing time
(1)
Like the shunt opening release described above, this allows remote opening control of the apparatus and can be supplied by a circuit completely separate from the release (-MO1). It keeps all the electrical and operating characteristics of the shunt opening release. Checking functionality and continuity is only possible using the STU device (accessory 21).
24 - 30 - 48 - 60 - 110 - 125 - 220 - 250 V 48 - 60 - 110 - 120...127 - 220...240 - V~ 50 Hz 110 - 120 - 127 - 220 - 240 - V~ 60 Hz 70 110 % Un DC 200 W; AC = 200 VA approx. 100 ms DC = 5 W; AC = 5 VA 40...60 ms 40...80 ms 2000 V 50 Hz (for 1 min)
(1)
(2)
Insulation voltage
Valid for -MO1 e -MO2. (2) Valid for -MC.
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Opening solenoid (-MO3)
Shunt closing release (-MC)
The opening solenoid (-MO3) is a special release with demagnetisation to be combined with an overcurrent protection relay of the self-supplied type. It is located in the operating mechanism (in the left side piece) and is not alternative to the additional shunt opening release (-MO2). It is not available for 40 and 50 kA circuit-breakers. Should the application of this accessory be required, specify the request at the time of order since subsequent application by the customer is not possible.
Note: for combination with the protection relays, please ask for the document: Data sheet 1VCD600854.
This allows remote closing control of the apparatus. The release can operate both in direct and alternating current. This release is suitable both for instantaneous and permanent service. In the case of instantaneous service, the minimum current impulse time must be 100 ms. Use of the permanently supplied release is recommended to carry out the electrical anti-pumping function. It keeps all the electrical and operating characteristics of the shunt opening release. Checking functionality and continuity is only possible using the STU device (accessory 21).
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Undervoltage release (-MU)
The undervoltage release is available in the following versions: 5A Undervoltage release with power supply branched on the supply side. 5B Undervoltage release with electronic time delay - KT (0.5 - 1 - 1.5 - 2 - 3s) (power supply branched on the supply side). This device is set at 0.5s (for adjustment, please see the Electric Circuit Diagram chapter).
Characteristics Un Un Un Operating limits Power on inrush (Ps) 24 - 30 - 48 - 60 - 110 - 125 - 220 - 250 V 48 - 60 - 110 - 120 - 127 - 220...240 V~ 50 Hz 110 - 120...127 - 220...240 V~ 60 Hz circuit-breaker opening: 35-70% Un circuit-breaker closing: 85-110% Un DC 200 W; AC = 200 VA approx. 100 ms DC = 5 W; AC = 5 VA 60...80 ms 2000 V 50 Hz (for 1 min)
The undervoltage release opens the circuit-breaker when there is notable lowering or lack of its power supply. It can be used for remote trip (by means of normally closed type pushbuttons), lock on closing or to control the voltage in the auxiliary circuits. The circuit-breaker can only close with the release supplied (the closing lock is made mechanically). The release can operate both in direct and alternating current. Note As an alternative to the undervoltage release, an additional shunt opening release (-MO4) with the same electrical and operating specifications as shunt opening release (-MO1) can be installed on request. Warning! Installation of the additional shunt opening release (-MO4) requires a special mounting plate for releases. Moreover, application (-MO4) must be requested at the time of order and not afterwards.
Inrush duration Continuous power (Pc) Opening time Insulation voltage
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5a Electronic time delay device (-KT)
Undervoltage release mechanical override
The electronic time delay device must be mounted externally in relation to the circuit-breaker. It allows release trip delay with established and adjustable times. The use of the undervoltage release is recommended in order to prevent trips when the power supply network of the release may be subject to cuts or voltage drops of short duration. If it is not supplied, circuit-breaker closing is disabled. The time delay device must be combined with an undervoltage release for d.c. Rated voltage of the undervoltage release must be within the selected range of working of the time-delay device.
Characteristics of the time-delay device
This is a mechanical device which allows the undervoltage release trip to be temporarily excluded. It is always fitted with electrical signalling. Should the application of this accessory be required, specify the request at the time of order since subsequent application by the customer is not possible.
Un
Un
24...30 - 48 - 60 - 110...127 - 220...250 V

48 - 60 - 110...127 - 220...240 - V~ 50/60 Hz
Adjustable opening time (release + time delay device): 0.5-1-1.5-2-3 sec
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Circuit-breaker auxiliary contacts (-BB1; -BB2; -BB3)
General characteristics Insulation voltage according to VDE 0110 standard. Group C Rated voltage Test voltage Rated overcurrent Number of contacts Contact run Activation force Resistance Storage temperature Operating temperature Contact overtemperature Number of cycles 660 V a.c. 800 V d.c. 24 V ... 660 V a.c. 2 kV 50 Hz (for 1 min) 10 A 5 6 mm ... 7 mm 26 N 3 m 20 C ... +120 C 20 C ... +70 C 20 K 30.000
Unlimited breaking capacity if used with 10 A fuse in series Electrical characteristics Un 220 V a.c. 380 V a.c. 500 V a.c. 660 V a.c. 24 V d.c. Cosj = 0.7 Cosj = 0.7 Cosj = 0.7 Cosj = 0.7 1 ms 15 ms 50 ms 200 ms 1 ms 60 V d.c. 15 ms 50 ms 200 ms 1 ms 110 V d.c. 15 ms 50 ms 200 ms 1 ms 220 V d.c. 15 ms 50 ms 200 ms Rated current 2.5 A 1.5 A 1.5 A 1.2 A 10 A 10 A 8A 6A 8A 6A 5A 4A 6A 4A 2A 1A 1.5 A 1A 0.75 A 0.5 A Breaking capacity 25 A 15 A 15 A 12 A 12 A 12 A 10 A 7.7 A 10 A 8A 6A 5.4 A 8A 5A 4.6 A 2.2 A 2A 1.4 A 1.2 A 1A
Electrical signalling of circuit-breaker open/closed can be provided with a set of 15 auxiliary contacts as an alternative to the 10 provided as standard. Note With the group of ten auxiliary contacts supplied as standard and the maximum number of electrical applications, three break contacts (signalling circuit-breaker open) and five make contacts (signalling circuit-breaker closed) are available. With the group of 15 auxiliary contacts, according to the electrical applications required, the following are available: for fixed circuit-breakers: thirteen auxiliary contacts, differently divided between break contacts and make contacts according to the figure selected of the electrical diagram; for withdrawable circuit-breakers, since the plug of the auxiliary circuits has a limited number of poles: five break contacts (signalling circuit-breaker open) and five make contacts (signalling circuit-breaker closed).
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Transient contact (-BB4)
Position contact (-BT3)
This contact closes momentarily (duration > 30 ms) on circuitbreaker opening controlled remotely with a shunt opening release. The indication is not provided when opening is manual and local. In fact, a contact (BB11) is activated by the manual pushbutton and cuts off the transient contact closure (BB4). The transient contact is activated directly from the main operating shaft when the indication is provided only on actual opening of the main circuit-breaker contacts.
This contact is used, together with the locking magnet in the operating mechanism (-RL1) to prevent remote closing during traverse into the unit. It is only supplied for the withdrawable version circuit-breakers for UniGear ZS1 switchgear and PowerCube modules. It cannot be supplied when the transmitted contacts are requested in the truck (-BT1; -BT2).
10 Transmitted contacts in the truck (-BT1; -BT2)
Transmitted contacts of the withdrawable circuit-breaker (installed in the circuit-breaker truck - only for VD4/P withdrawable circuit-breaker). These contacts are either in addition or as an alternative to the position contacts (for signalling circuit-breaker racked out) located in the unit. They also carry out the function of the position contact (-BT3).
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11 Motor operator (-MS)
12 Contact for signalling closing spring charged/ discharged (-BS2)
This carries out automatic charging of the circuit-breaker operating mechanism closing spring. After circuit-breaker closing, the geared motor immediately recharges the closing springs. In the case of a power cut or during maintenance work, the closing spring can be charged manually in any case (by means of the special crank handle incorporated in the operating mechanism).
This consists of a microswitch which allows remote signalling of the state of the circuit-breaker operating mechanism closing pring. The following signals are possible: contact open: signalling spring charged contact closed: signalling spring discharged. The two signals must be used for circuits which have the same power supply voltage.
Characteristics Un Un Operating limits Power on inrush (Ps) Rated power (Pn) Charging time Charging time Insulating voltage 24...30 - 48...60 - 110...130 - 220...250 V 100...130 - 220...250 V~ 50/60 Hz 85 110% Un 40 kA DC = 600 W; AC = 600 VA DC = 200 W; AC = 200 VA 0,2 s 6-7 s 2000 V 50 Hz (for 1 min) 50 kA (*) DC = 900 W; AC = 900 VA DC = 350 W; AC = 350 VA 0,2 s 6-7 s 2000 V 50 Hz (for 1 min)
(*) Not available for versions with motorized truck.
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Protections and locks

Various mechanical and electromechanical locking and protection devices are available.
13 Opening and closing pushbutton protection
14 Opening and closing pushbutton padlock
The protection only allows the opening and closing pushbuttons to be operated using a special tool.
The device allows the opening and closing pushbuttons to be locked using a maximum of three padlocks (not supplied): 4 mm. Also prevents closing using remote control. This lock is available in two versions: 14A Possibility of padlocking both the pushbuttons without distinction 14B Separate padlocking of the opening and/or closing pushbutton.
N.B. Lock 14A prevents closure by remote control; lock 14B does not prevent closure by remote control.
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15 Key lock in open position
16 Locking magnet on the operating mechanism (-RL1)
The lock is activated by a special circular lock. Different keys (for a single circuit-breaker) are available, or the same keys (for several circuit-breakers). To activate the lock, keep the opening pushbutton pressed down, turn the key and remove it. With the key removed, the opening pushbutton automatically remains in the pressed position preventing local manual closing and remote electrical closing.
Only allows activation of the command with the electromagnet supplied.

Characteristics Un Un Operating limits Power on inrush (Ps) Continuous power (Pc) Inrush duration Insulating voltage 24 - 30 - 48 - 60 - 110 132 - 220 - 250 V 48 - 60 - 110 - 120 ... 127 220 ... 240 V~ 50/60 Hz 85 110% Un DC 250 W; AC = 250 VA DC = 5 W; AC = 5 VA 150 ms 2000 V 50 Hz (for 1 min)
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17 Locking magnet on the truck (-RL2)
18 Interlock for fixed circuit-breaker
Compulsory accessory for the withdrawable versions for UniGear ZS1 switchgear and PowerCube modules, to prevent circuit-breaker racking into the switchgear with the auxiliary circuit plug disconnected. The plug also makes the anti-insertion lock for a different rated current. Special striker pins do not allow insertion of the plug in the socket if the rated current of the circuit-breaker is lower than the rated current of the panel. Note: on request, a specific version for the circuitbreakers for ZS8.4 switchgear is available.
Characteristics Un Un Operating limits Nominal power (Pn) Continuous power (Pc) Inrush duration Insulating voltage 24 - 30 - 48 - 60 - 110 - 125 127 - 132 - 220 - 240 V 24 - 30 - 48 - 60 - 110 - 125 - 127 220 - 230 ... 240 V~ 50/60 Hz 85 110% Un DC 250 W; AC = 250 VA DC = 5 W; AC = 5 VA 150 ms 2000 V 50 Hz (for 1 min)
Device for fixed circuit-breakers which are converted into withdrawable ones by the customer. It allows a mechanical lock to be made, by the customer, which prevents rackingout/in with the circuit-breaker closed and prevents circuitbreaker closing during translation.
Note: The device must be requested when ordering since it must be assembled and tested in the factory.
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19 Mechanical interlock with the door
20 Motorised truck (-MT)
This device prevents circuit-breaker racking-in when the switchgear door is open. It is only provided for circuitbreakers used in switchgear UniGear ZS1 and PowerCube modules, fitted with a special actuator on the door.
It allows racking-in and racking-out of the circuit-breaker in the switchgear to be carried out remotely, (only for circuitbreaker in withdrawable version for UniGear ZS1 and ZS8.4 switchgear and PowerCube modules).
Characteristics Un Operating limits Nominal power(Pn) 24 - 30 - 48 - 60 - 110 - 220 V 85 110% Un 40 W
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21 STU Shunt Test Unit
The control/monitoring Shunt Test Unit allows the continuity of releases with a rated operating voltage between 24 V and 250 V (AC and DC) to be checked, as well as the functionality of the electronic circuit of the release. Checking continuity is carried out cyclically with an interval of 20 seconds between one test and the next. The unit has optical signals by means of LEDs on the front. In particular the following information is indicated: POWER ON: power supply present (-MO) TESTING: test being carried out TEST FAILED: signal following a failed test or in the absence of auxiliary power supply ALARM: signal after three failed tests. Two relays and a changeover are also available on board the unit, which allow remote signalling of the following two events: failure of a test (resetting is carried out automatically when the alarm stops) failure of three tests (resetting is only carried out by means of the manual - RESET from the front of the unit). There is also a manual - RESET button on the front of the unit.
Characteristics Un Maximum interrupted current Maximum interrupted voltage 24 ... 250 V AC/DC 6A 250 V AC
Due to the particular construction of these releases, checking the functionality of the shunt closing (-MC) and opening (-MO1, -MO2) releases is not possible with dedicated relays (e.g. TCS Test Control Supervision, CCC Control Coil Continuity) or with the REF control and protection unit. The only device able to carry out a check of the functionality is the STU device. Please contact us if you want to carry out this control with devices other than STU. This device can be combined with the shunt opening release (-MO1; -MO2) or with the shunt closing release (-MC) to check functionality and continuity.
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3. Specific product characteristics
Resistance to vibrations
Standards, classification code Fe/Zn 12, with a thickness of 12x10-6 m, protected by a conversion layer mainly consisting of chromates in compliance with the UNI ISO 4520 Standard. These construction characteristics mean that the whole VD4 series of circuit-breakers and its accessories comply with climate graph 8 of the IEC 60721-2-1 and IEC 60068-2-2 (Test B: Dry Heat / IEC 60068-2-30 (Test Db: Damp Heat, cyclic) Standards.
Altitude
The VD4 circuit-breakers are designed to satisfy high levels of resistance to stresses caused by mechanical vibrations. Many versions are able to satisfy both the approval criteria of the major International Shipping Registers (DNV, Lloyds Register, RINA) and the qualication criteria of the International Seismic Standards (IEEE 344, IEEE 323 and IEC 60980). For the versions approved by the shipping registers, please contact us.
Tropicalization
The insulating property of air decreases as the altitude increases, therefore this must always be taken into account for external insulation of the apparatus (the internal insulation of the interrupters does not undergo any variations as it is guaranteed by the vacuum). The phenomenon must always be taken into consideration during the design stage of the insulating components of apparatus to be installed over 1000 m above sea level. In this case a correction coefficient must be considered, which can be taken from the graph on the next page, built up on the basis of the indications in the IEC 62271-1 Standards. The following example is a clear interpretation of the indications given above.
VD4 circuit-breakers are manufactured in compliance with the strictest regulations regarding use in hot-humid-saline climates. All the most important metal components are treated against corrosive factors according to UNI EN 12500 Standards environmental class C. Galvanisation is carried out in accordance with UNI ISO 2081
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Graph for determining the Ka correction factor according to the altitude Example Installation altitude 2000 m Operation at the rated voltage of 12 kV Withstand voltage at power frequency 28 kV rms Impulse withstand voltage 75 kVp Ka factor obtained from graph = 1.13. Considering the above parameters, the apparatus will have to withstand (under test and at zero altitude, i.e. at sea level): withstand voltage at power frequency equal to: 28 x 1.13 = 31.6 kVrms impulse withstand voltage equal to: 75 x 1.13 = 84.7 kVp. From the above, it can be deduced that for installations at an altitude of 2000 m above sea level, with 12 kV service voltage, apparatus must be provided with 17.5 kV rated voltage, characterised by insulation levels at power frequency of 38 kVrms with 95 kVp impulse withstand voltage.
H = altitude in metres; m = value referred to power frequency and the lightning impulse withstand voltages and those between phases.
kA 1,50
m=1
Ka = e m (H 1000)/8150
1,40
1,30
1,20
1,10
1,00 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000 H
Anti-pumping device
The EL operating mechanism of VD4 circuit-breakers (in all versions) is fitted with a mechanical anti-pumping device which prevents re-closing due to either electrical or mechanical commands. Should both the closing command and any one of the opening commands (local or remote) be active at the same time, there would be a continuous succession of opening and closing commands. The anti-pumping device avoids this situation, ensuring that each closing operation is only followed by an opening operation and that there is no other closing operation after this. To obtain a further closing operation, the closing command must be released and then re-launched. Furthermore, the anti-pumping device only allows circuitbreaker closure if the following conditions are present at the same time: operating mechanism spring fully charged opening pushbutton and/or shunt opening release (-MO1/-MO2) not activated circuit-breaker open.
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3. Specific product characteristics
REF 601 protection Device
On request, the REF 601 switchgear protection device is available for protection of the installations, which requires an auxiliary power supply for its operation unlike the previous PR512 which was a self-supplied release. The REF 601 has protections and trip curves in accordance with the IEC 255-3 Standard. It sees to the protection function against overload (51), against instantaneous and delayed short-circuit (50-51) and against instantaneous and delayed homopolar ground fault (50N and 51N). It also detects the second harmonic component to prevent unwarranted tripping on connection of a transformer (68). The unit has 3 inputs from current sensors of the type with Rogowsky coil, one input from external toroidal CT and from the keyboard 4 rated currents can be set: 40, 80, 250 and 1250 A. If the unit is connected to 3 current sensors, the 50N and 51N protection functions are carried out with the vectorial sum of the phase currents; if only 2 current sensors are used, then the external toroidal current transformer must be provided for functions 50N and 51N. The external toroidal current transformer can be with openable core or closed and with any transformation ratio as long with a 1 A secondary current. The ABB current sensors of the type with Rogowsky coil provided for REF 601, are only suitable for installation on MV insulated cables.
The characteristics of the device are: - trip precision - wide adjustment ranges - single and simultaneous adjustment of the three phases - no limitation (due to the current sensors) to the rated breaking capacity and at the short-time withstand current of the circuit-breaker - pushbuttons for local electrical operation of the circuitbreaker (opening and closing pushbutton - 5 distinct indicators: relay in operation, relay in trip threshold, relay tripped, relay tripped due to exceeding phase current, relay tripped due to exceeding ground fault current - interface consisting of an LCD display and of arrow keys, enter and esc for easier navigation inside the measurement, data recording, event recording, settings, configuration and test menus - three user levels: operator (only display, with free access, by keeping this key pressed for at least 5 sec.), configurator (like the previous one, but also with permission to set the protection parameters, i.e. times and thresholds, and communication, if present - access limited by a password), administrator (like the previous ones, but also with permission to set the password and configure the basic settings of the device, such as the rated current access limited by a password) - continual display of the current on the most highly loaded phase and of the round current - recording of the value of the currents which caused the device to trip - storage of the number of openings carried out by the device - event log (storage of the parameters described above in the last 5 trips of the device) in a non-volatile memory - curves = 1 or = 5 and curve RI specific for the Belgian market (only REF 601 IEC) - circuit-breaker opening by means of an undervoltage release (only REF 601 CEI) - version, on request, with RS485 4-wire serial communication - MODBUS RTU full duplex protocol - multi-voltage feeder 24 240 V a.c.- d.c
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Environmental protection programme

VD4 circuit-breakers are manufactured in accordance with the ISO 14000 Standards (Guidelines for environmental management). The production processes are carried out in compliance with the Standards for environmental protection in terms of reduction in energy consumption as well as in raw materials and production of waste materials. All this is thanks to the medium voltage apparatus manufacturing facility environmental management system. Assessment of the environmental impact of the life cycle of the product, obtained by minimising energy consumption and overall raw materials of the product, became a concrete matter during the design stage by means of targeted selection of the materials, processes and packing. This is to allow maximum recycling at the end of the useful life cycle of the apparatus.
Spare parts
Shunt opening release Additional shunt opening release Undervoltage release Time delay device for undervoltage release Shunt closing release Spring charging geared motor with electrical signalling of spring charged Contact signalling geared motor protection circuit-breaker open/closed Contact signalling closing spring charged/discharged Transient contact with momentary closing during circuitbreaker opening Circuit-breaker auxiliary contacts Locking electromagnet on the operating mechanism Position contact of the withdrawable truck Contacts signalling connected/isolated Opening solenoid Key lock in open position Isolation interlock with the door Protection for opening pushbutton Protection for closing pushbutton Locking electromagnet on the withdrawable truck Set of six isolating contacts.
Ordering
For availability and to order spare parts, please contact our Service department, specifying the circuit-breaker serial number.
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4. Overall dimensions
Fixed circuit-breakers
VD4 TN Ur Ir Isc 1VCD000050 12 17.5 1600 20 25 31.5 kV kV A kA
599 310 450 248 95
32 20 2XM10 PROF.20 4XM12 PROF.25 12 20
kA
56 31
475
kA
435
16
170
237.5
14
77.5
97
236 49 25 150 400 150
28 28 45 345* 250 409 424 114 44* 12
56
12
DETAIL A SCALE 1 : 2 . 5
160
(*) Fixing interchangeability with previous series (345 x 400).
VD4 TN Ur Ir 7405 12 17.5 630 1250 16 Isc 20 25 31.5 kV kV A A
435 205 A 115 475 22 450 248 95 32 2xM10 PROF.18 45 M12 PROF.25
kA kA kA
56
16
461
kA
31
22
12
170
217.5
22
77.5
DETAIL A SCALE 1:2 345* 45 250 409 114 44* 12
236 49 25 150 400 150
28 28
56
424 160
22
68
12
20
20
VD4 TN Ur Ir 7406 12 17.5 630 1250 16 Isc 20 25 31.5 kV kV A
435 31 205 570 308 32 95 2XM10 PROF.20 45
M12 PROF. 25
A
115 475 22
A
461
56
kA kA kA
16
kA
22 170 217.5
DETAIL A SCALE 1:2 24 345 * 45 250 409 114 44 * 12
296 49 25 210 520 210
28 28
77.5
424 160
22
VD4 TN Ur Ir Isc 1VCD003282 12 17.5 1250 1600 40 kV kV A
310
M12x25 deep
12
570 308
95 11 11
A
589 16
M10
x18 d
kA
435
30
56
475
171
238
A (1:4) 77.5 24
296 49 520 210 210
28 28 45
345 * 250 409 114
44 *
160
422
12
26
12
11
eep
11
69
VD4 TN Ur Ir Isc 1VCD003285 12 17.5 1250 1600 40 kV kV A A
30 589 16 310 A 700 373 95 11 11 11 M12x25 deep M10x18 deep
kA
435
56
238
171
36 361 25 275 650 49
28 28
77.5
24
45
250 345 * 422
114 44 12
275 213
22
VD4 TN Ur Ir 1VCD000051 12 17.5 630 1250 16 Isc 20 25 31.5 kV kV A
56 31 461 435 205 A 115 475 22 700 373 95 32 2XM 10 PROF. 18 45 M12 PROF. 25
12
475
A kA kA kA kA
16
14
217.5
77.5 24
22
11
236 49 25 650
28 28 45
97
DETAIL A SCALE 1 : 2
170
345 * 250 409 424 114
44 * 12
275
275 213
70
22
12
VD4 TN Ur 7408 12 17.5 1600 Ir 2000 2500 20 Isc 25 31.5 VD4 TN Ur Ir Isc 7408 12 17.5 2000 2500 40 kV kV A A kA
275 275 213 12 25 650 700 373 95 A 32
1600-2000A
2500A
95
kV kV A A
599 310 31
435
56
kA kA
16
170
237
78
361 49
28 28
24
345 * 45 250 409 424 114
44 * 20 2XM10 PROF.20 12 20 DETAIL A SCALE 1:2 20
475
kA
12
616
4XM12 PROF.25
VD4 TN Ur Ir 7407 12 2500 20 Isc 25 31.5 40 VD4 TN Ur Ir 7407 12-17.5 kV 1600 2000 20 Isc 25 31.5 40 A A kA kA kA kA
210 210 160 25 570 308 95
22
12
1600-2000A
2500A
95
kV A kA kA kA
435 31 599 310
A
32
56
16
170
237.5
24
296 49 520
28 28
77.5
345 * 45 250 409 424
44 *
12
475
kA
616
2XM10 deep 20 20 4XM12 deep 25 12 20 DETAIL A SCALE 1:2 20 20
22
12
12
20
71
VD4 TN Ur Ir 1VCD000149 12 17.5 3150 4000 20 25 Isc 31.5 40 50 kV kV A
310 373 95 424 307 20 20
A (**) kA kA kA kA
635 30
12
12
kA
435
A 474
dep
56
th 2
16
237
4xM 12
171
2.5
A (1:4)
25 361
49 28 650 700 275
28
77.5
24
142 345* 45 250 409 114 44*
275 213
22
(*) Fixing interchangeability with previous series (345 x 650). (**) With forced ventilation.
VD4 TN Ur 1VCD003440 12 17.5 1250 Ir Isc 1600 2000 50 kV kV A A kA
435 30 16 310 32 74 12 600 323 300 130 459 4xM12 deep 25 2xM10 deep 20 12 20 20 20 610 56 171 237 475 77.5 2.5 40 520 2.5 135 116 165 28 28 31 172 142 404 428 156 210 210 22 12 24 20
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12
20
20
32 0 M1 2x de pth 20
VD4 TN Ur 1VCD003441 12 17.5 1250 Ir 1600 2000 2500 Isc 50 kV kV A A
30 310 32 750 398 375 130 459 4xM12 deep 25 2xM10 deep 20 74 12 12 20 20 225 24 189 20 20 20 172 69.5 31 275 12 270 404 428 64.5 24 225 20 24 12 20 20
56
kA
435
237
171
24
475
16
610
2.5
2.5
135 30.5 689
116 165
28 28
78
69.5
270 404
64.7
31 275 275
428
22
VD4 TN Ur Ir Isc 1VCD003443 12 17.5 3150 50 kV kV A (*)
310 32 74 118 2.5 475 12 189 750 398 375 130 240 459 4xM12 deep 25 2xM10 deep 20
kA
30 16 636
435
56
12
171
237
2.5
135
116 165 689
28 28
30.5
275
22
(*) 4000 A with forced ventilation.
12
24
24
73
VD4 TN Ur Ir 7409 24 630 1250 16 Isc 20 25 kV A
310 570 308 A 32 2XM10 PROF.20 M12 PROF.25 95 45
kA kA
31 631
115 22
kA
435 56
22
16
170
282.5
475
22
77.5
DETAIL A SCALE 1:2 24
296 49 25 210 520 210
28 28
M12
345* 45 250 409 424 114
39* 12
160
VD4 TN Ur Ir 7410 24 630 1250 16 Isc 20 25 kV A
310 700 373 A 32 22 95 2XM10 PROF.18 22 M12 PROF.25
A kA kA
631 31
115 45
kA
435
16
170
282.5
56
77.5
475
49 25 275 650 275
28
24
361
28
345 * 45 250 409 424 114
44 * 12
DETAIL A SCALE 1:2
213
22
74
12
VD4 TN Ur Ir 7411 24 1600 2000 2500 16 Isc 20 25 31,5 kV A A A kA
475 310
700 373 95
1600-200A
2500A
95
170
282.5
kA
435
kA
56
16
kA
31
647
77.5
24
361 49 25 275 650
28 28
345 * 45 250 409 424 114
44 *
661
275 213 2XM10 DEEP 20
20
20
12
12
4XM12 DEEP 25
22
DETAIL A SCALE 1:2
VD4 TN Ur Ir Isc 1VCD000172 24 1250 31.5 kV A kA
310 32 570 308 95 85 4XM12 DEEP25 2XM10 DEEP 20 40
12
647
22 475 12
435
31
56
16
282.5
77.5
17 0
72 DETAIL A SCALE 1 : 2 250 344.5 * 409 424 114 39* 24
296 49
25 210 520
28
28
M12
45
210 160
22
72
20
20
75
VD4 TN Ur Ir Isc 1VYN300901-LT 36 1250 1600 2000 31.5 kV A A A kA
57.9 31.17 876 245 328 R16 784
571
15.5
305
28 104.5 28 786 275 275 87.5 49
482.5
331 447 470 22
76
478.5
612
Withdrawable circuit-breakers for UniGear ZS1 switchgear and PowerCube modules

VD4/P TN Ur Ir 7412 12 17.5 630 1250 16 Isc 20 25 31.5 kV kV
91 79 36 492 234 49 42.5 28 28 303 36
630A
124 121 62.5 15 10
1250A
A
205 624.5
kA kA
56 16
71 260
38
213
154
19
340 503 531 501 490 456 150 150
76
19.5
24
14
18
25
320 370 383 416 438 53
662
609
124
Withdrawable circuit-breakers for PowerCube modules

VD4/W TN Ur Ir 7420 12 17.5 630 1250 16 Isc 25 31.5 kV kV A
691 688 31 35 636 44 49 36 230 28 28 119 62.5 8 38 53 688 71 56 213 280 165 76 21.5 19.5 25 320 359.5 370 383 416 642 210 210 18 111
A kA kA kA
310
48
38
121
55
36
653 650 640 626 550
14
589
119
48
38
111
55
691
16
628
kA
618 31
35
303
35
kA
98
77
VD4/P TN Ur Ir Isc 1VCD003284 12 17.5 1250 1600 40 kV kV A kA
310 37 49 36 636 44 230 28 28 125 111 62.5 17 8 38 53 38 53 688 71 56 213 280 19.5 21.5 25 320 359.5 370 383 416 275 640 8 17 688 71 214 280 165 76 119 122 111
A
691 688 30 16
56
79
303
21.5
19.5
653 650 640 626 552 210 210
14
18
25
320 370 383 416
359.5
640
587
640 53 38

VD4/P TN Ur Ir Isc 1VCD003286 12 17.5 1250 1600 40 kV kV A kA
310 36 842 144 49 28 28 230
55
A
691 688 30 16
37
303
165
853 850 836 806 750 275
14
53
587
78
38
55
76
79

VD4/P TN Ur Ir 7415 12 17.5 1600 2000 20 Isc 25 31.5 VD4/P 12 17.5 2000 40 kV kV A kA
210 4 636 44 49 230 122 28 28 111 62.5 119 17 8 71 280 165 38 53
119 110 62.5 71 280 38 53 688 19.5 25 320 359.5 370 34 640 275 383 416 8
kV kV A
691 688
36
kA
56
kA
213
16
21.5
19.5
TN Ur Ir Isc
7415
653 650 640 626 550 210
14
76
25
320 359.5 370 383 416 640
587
119
53

VD4/P TN Ur Ir 7416 12 17.5 1600 2000 20 Isc 25 31.5 VD4/P TN Ur Ir Isc 7416 12 17.5 2000 40 kV kV A kA
275 4 853 850 836 806 750 14 842 144 49 28 28 230 122
kV kV A
38
36
111
55
36 310 79
303
A
691
56
kA kA
688
kA
31
213
16
165
76
587
119
53
38
111
55
21.5
688
kA
31
79
310
36
303
79
VD4/P TN Ur Ir 7417 12 17.5 2500 20 Isc 25 31.5 40 kV kV A
109 49 36 842 144 28 28 230 152 119 111 62.5 17 8 38 53 10 478 56 280 26 165 19.5 213 19 76 605 14 653 650 640 626 550 34 590 21.5 12 4 25 320 370 359.5 383 416 53 49.5 4 14 4 590 360 29 210 210 4 688 688 280 71 165 76 19.5 853 850 836 806 750 14 21.5 25 320 359.5 370 383 416 640 275 587 275 636 44 165 135 116 220 28 28 122 25 111 55 4 119 111 16 36 310 20 79 433 23 12 303 691
kA
691 688 31
36
303
kA kA kA
56
53

VD4/P TN Ur 1VCD003444 12 17.5 1250 Ir Isc 1600 2000 50 kV kV A A A
30
kA
80
688
16
38
119
213
16
310

VD4/P TN Ur Ir Isc 1VCD003445 12 17.5 1600 2000 50 kV kV A
310 135 842 144 165 116 217.5 28 28 122 25 119 111 16 10 36 79 20 688 26 165 76 19.5 25 4 320 370 359.5 34 383 416 590 53 49.5 4 119 111 16 10 36 20 433 688 280 19.5 26 165 76 21.5 4 25 320 370 359.5 34 590 383 417 49.5 478 19 805 14 853 850 836 812 750 14 275 29 275 22 12 303 12 478 56 213 14 853 850 836 806 750 14 590 360 29 275 275 22 4 433
A
688 16 691 805 19 30
kA
280

VD4/P TN Ur Ir Isc 1VCD003446 12 17.5 2500 50 kV kV A
310 136 842 143 164 115 217.5 28 28 152 688 30 56 590 360 4 4 213 16 691 109 25
kA
12
303
21.5
12
81
VD4/W TN Ur Ir Isc 1VCD003596 12 17.5 3150 50 kV kV A (*) kA
310 742 109 135 842 361 129 165 116 28 30 28 152 130 118 25 240 119 111 16 10 733 280 26 76 19.5 165 21.5 4 25 320 370 359.5 34 590 383 416 275 29 750 189 275 53 49.5 4 478 56 213 14 805 853 850 836 806 589 360 4 10 478 56 280 213 165 19 14 805 853 850 836 806 750 275 29 189 275 76 19,5 26 21,5 12 4 25 320 370 359,5 34 590 383 416,5 49,5 53 4 590 360 4 732 240 130 135 116 28 152 118 111 16 36 310 730 109 20 433
36
20 433
742
730
16
Withdrawable circuit-breakers for UniGear ZS1 switchgear

VD4/P TN Ur Ir Isc 1VCD003447 12 17.5 3150 50 kV kV A (*) kA
742 22 12 303 12 19 678 30 842 361 165 28 25
82
16
22
12
303
678
30

12kV 10 2 86 52 310 303 25 320 360 370 275 34 640 16 8 382 416 53
VD4/P TN Ur Ir 1VCD000153 12 17.5 3150 20 Isc 25 31.5 40 kV kV A (*) kA

730 30 49 28 36
842
373.5
111 17kV 93
17
kA
214
280
56
109
16
kA
19
165
853 850 836 806 750
14
275
587

44 232 20
39
22
12
96
189
55
21.5
19.5
356 4
76
VD4/P TN Ur Ir 7413 24 630 1250 16 Isc 20 25 kV A A kA

775
636
630A
119 19
23
1250A
49 36
28 28
310
48 770
kA kA
770
31
16
56
71 213 325 197
38
653 650 641 610 210 210
13.5
72
25
320 370 383 458 303 800 53 98
79
747
36 55 35
19
119
35
79
732
kA
149
166
83
VD4/P TN Ur Ir 7414 24 630 1250 16 Isc 20 25 kV A A
775 770 31 16 49 36 842 144 232
630A
119 19
23
1250A
28 28 310
kA kA
7 3
56
213
197
325
71 72
38
853 850 836 805
14
25
320 370 383 458 303 800 53
275
275 79 98 36 79
747
790
kA
20 48
19

VD4/P TN Ur Ir 7418 24 1600 2000 2500 16 Isc 20 25 31.5 kV A A
(1)
53
119
55
35
35
842 141 49 36 233 30 28
1600-2000A
119
2500A
310
817
810
kA kA kA
16
kA
31
56
233
345
197
72
853 850 836 805
14
25
320 370 383 303 458 785 46 53
732
(1) The rated uninterrupted current of 2300 A is guaranteed with natural ventilation. The rated uninterrupted current of 2500 A is guaranteed with forced ventilation.
84
52
119
55
79
132
275
275
834
20

VD4/P TN Ur Ir Isc 1VCD000173 24 1250 31.5 kV A kA
775 770 36 49 28 28 35 79 48 770 53 46 53 834 16 56 31 233 345 853 14 25 320 370 383 303 458 787 275 275 636 44 232 119 19 23 20
310
71 56 31 16
213
326
197 4 72
653
13.5
25
320 303 370 383 458 800
650 641 610
210
210
747

VD4/P TN Ur Ir Isc 1VCD000177 24 2700 3150 31.5 kV A A
817 810 109 49 36 28 842 141 233
28 166 119
119
19
55
kA
850
836 805
734
52
55
310
85
VD4/W TN Ur Ir 1VCD000152 12 17.5 3150 20 Isc 25 31.5 40 kV kV A (*) kA kA kA
214 280 56 19 165 730 30 310 28 36 149 166 842 144 49 230 12kV 17kV 92 125 111 86 17 10 52 53 742 76 19.5 356 853 850 836 806 750 275 14 4 303 25 320 360 370 34 640 16 8 55 382 416
kA
275
587
94
302
29
86
22
189
38
12
109
16
Withdrawable circuit-breakers for ZS8.4 switchgear

VD4/Z8 TN Ur Ir Isc 1VCD000092 12 630 20 25 kV A kA
205 35 531 91 303 52
kA
510
503 548 150 150
260
53

VD4/ZT8 TN Ur Ir Isc 1VCD000093 12 630 20 25 kV A kA
35 531 486 455 303 91 52
495
55
kA
510
205
260
503 486 150 150
153
195 380 640 53
584
55
563
563
87
VD4/ZS8 TN Ur Ir Isc 1VCD000091 12 630 20 25 kV A kA
35 531 486 455 303 91 52
kA
510
205
5 260 69 503 486 150 150 640 4 153 86 195 380 53 67 584 531 486 455 55 303 52 205 35 98 5 514 260 86 153 69 503 486 150 150 637 195 380 53 67 583 55 4 524 563 524 563

VD4/ZS8 TN Ur Ir Isc 1VCD000133 12 1250 20 25 kV A kA kA
88

VD4/Z8 TN Ur Ir Isc 1VCD000137 12 17.5 630 1250 20 25 kV kV
205 531 303 52
A kA
507
503 150 150
260
53

VD4/ZT8 TN Ur Ir Isc 1VCD000134 12 17.5 630 1250 20 25 kV kV A
563 260 153 195 383 150 637 53 4 530 486 455 303 52
495
55
kA kA
514
503 486 150
583
55
35
205
98
563
kA
35
84
89
VD4/ZS8 TN Ur Ir Isc 1VCD000088 24 630 16 20 25 kV A
35 681 636 611 310 91 3 303 52
kA kA kA
86
69 653 636 210 210
325
195 380 640 53

VD4/Z8 TN Ur Ir Isc 1VCD000089 24 630 16 20 25 kV A kA kA
563 653 210 210 4 325 53 640 310 681 91 3 303 52
kA
67
583
55
35
524
90
583
55
680
563
680

VD4/Z8 TN Ur Ir Isc 1VCD000138 24 1250 16 20 25 kV A
310 681 303 52
kA kA
677
kA
35
84
653 210 210
325
53 640

VD4/ZT8 TN Ur Ir Isc 1VCD000090 24 630 16 20 25 kV A kA kA
563 653 636 210 210 640 325 195 380 53 585 55 4 35 681 636 611 310 3 303 52
kA
587
55
563 680
91
VD4/ZT8 TN Ur Ir Isc 1VCD000136 24 1250 16 20 25 kV A kA kA kA
677 681 636 611 310 303 52
35
84
653 636 210 210
325
195 380 640 53

VD4/ZS8 TN Ur Ir Isc 1VCD000135 24 1250 16 20 25 kV A kA
677 310 611 681 636 303 52
kA kA
587
55
35
84
86
69 653 636
325
195 380 640 53
210
210
92
67
587
55
524
563
563
Withdrawable circuit-breakers for UniSwitch and UniMix switchgear

VD4/US TN Ur Ir 1VCD000047 24 630 1250 16 Isc 20 25 kV A kA kA kA
310 626 570
630A
121
1250A
35
48 435,5
38
653 650 210 210
13,5
325
25
320 370 383 303 742 53
35
23 36.3 DETAIL A SCALE 1 : 2
Withdrawable circuit-breakers for UniSec switchgear

VD4/SEC TN Ur Ir 1VCD000190 24 630 1250 16 Isc 20 25 kV A kA kA kA
3101 6261 604 79
55
630A
149
45
1211
41 3
1250A
35
4351
3251
38
18
653 650
14
25
2101
2101
320 370 383 303 415 648 1.5 742 53
739
42
35
23 36.3 DETAIL A SCALE 1 : 2
55
93
Withdrawable circuit-breakers for UniGear ZS2 switchgear and PowerCube modules (36 kV)
VD4 TN Ur Ir Isc 1VYN300901-KG 36 1250 1600 2000 31.5 kV A A A kA
953 956 973 776 "A" 380 480 842
853 880
198
125
4 736
460
4 53
275
275
736
Breaker type VD4 36.12.32 VD4 36.16.32 - VD4 36.20.32
A mm 35 79
94
5. Electric circuit diagram
State of operation represented The diagrams shows the following conditions: Circuit-breaker open and connected (only withdrawable circuit-breaker) Circuits de-energized Closing springs discharged
Graphical symbols for electric diagrams

Thermal effect Mass, frame Capacitor (general symbol) Passing make contact closing momentarily during release
Electromagnetic effect
Conductors in shielded cable (two conductors shown)
Motor (general symbol)
Closing position contact (limit switch)
Timing
Connection of conductors
Rectifier with two half-waves (bridge)
Opening position contact (limit switch)
Pushbutton control
Terminal or clamp
Make contact
Power circuit-breaker with automatic opening
Key control
Socket and plug (female and male)
Break contact
Control coil (general symbol)
Earth (general symbol)
Resistor (general symbol)
Change-over break before make contact
Lamp (general symbol)
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Electric circuit diagram of xed circuit-breakers 1VCD 400046

The electric circuit diagram given in this section regards the fixed circuit-breakers with breaking capacity up to 40 kA.
96
97
98
= Reference number of diagram figure. = See the note indicated by the letter. = Circuit-breaker auxiliary contacts. = Circuit-breaker auxiliary passing contact with momentary closing during opening. -BB6 = Contact for the undervoltage release de- energized electrical signal -BB11 = Contact to interrupt the BB4 signal during the manual opening operation -BM = STU Test unit for supervision of shunt opening release and shunt closing release winding continuity (see note D). -BS1 = Spring-charging motor limit contacts. -BS2 = Limit contacts for signalling closing springs charged/discharged. -MO1 = First shunt opening release (see note D). -MO2 = Second shunt opening release (see note D). -MO3 = Opening solenoid for release outside the circuitbreaker. -MO4 = Third shunt opening release (see note D). -MC = Shunt closing release (see note D). -MS = Motor for closing spring charging (see note C). -MU = Undervoltage release (see note B). -QB = Circuit-breaker accessories. -RL1 = Locking magnet. If de-energized, it mechanically prevents circuit-breaker closing (it is possible to limit its consumption by connecting a delayed pushbutton in series to enable the operation). -SC = Pushbutton or contact for circuit-breaker closing. -SO = Pushbutton or contact for circuit-breaker opening. -XB = Terminal box for the circuit-breaker circuits. -XB2...16 = Accessory connectors.
Caption * -BB1,..2-3 -BB4
Description of figures Fig. 1 = Motor circuit for closing spring charging (see note C). Fig. 2 = Shunt closing release (anti-pumping is carried out mechanically) (see note D). Fig. 3 = Locking magnet. When de-energised, it mechanically prevents circuit-breaker closing. It is possible to limit consumption by connecting a delay pushbutton in series to enable the operation. Fig. 5 = Instantaneous undervoltage release (see note B). Fig. 6 = Circuit of third opening release with continuous control of the winding (see note D). Fig. 7 = Circuit of the first shunt opening release with possibility of continuous control of the winding (see note D). Fig. 9 = Circuit of the second shunt opening release with possibility of continuous control of the winding (see note D). Fig. 10 = Opening solenoid for release outside the circuitbreaker. Fig. 26 = Electrical signalling of closing springs charged and discharged. Fig. 30 = Circuit-breaker auxiliary passing contact with momentary closing during circuit-breaker opening. Fig. 31 = Available circuit-breaker auxiliary contacts. Fig. 32 35 = Available circuit-breaker auxiliary contacts. It is possible to have one of these figures. The standard configuration is figure 32. Fig.60 = Contact for the undervoltage release de-energized electrical signal. Fig. 70 to 73 = Available auxiliary contacts of the circuitbreaker. One of these figures can be obtained.
99
Selection of the figures

Description -MS -MC -MO1 -MU -MO2 -BB1 -BB2 Spring charging motor Shunt closing release Shunt opening release Undervoltage release Additional shunt opening release Set of 10 circuit-breaker auxiliary contacts Set of 5 extra circuit-breaker auxiliary contacts 3C-20 Set of 5 extra circuit-breaker auxiliary contacts 5C Set of 5 extra circuit-breaker auxiliary contacts 2C-30 Set of 5 extra circuit-breaker auxiliary contacts 50 Notes: C = normally open contact with circuit-breaker open 0 = normally closed contact with circuit-breaker open -RL1 -BB4 -BS2 -MO3 -MO4 Locking magnet on operating mechanism Transient contact Contact for signalling closing spring charged/discharged Opening solenoid for release outside the circuit-breaker Third shunt opening release 3 30 26 10 6 F D Figures Notes 1 2 7 5 9 31 32 33 34 35 C D D B D
Incompatibility The combination of circuits given in the figures below are not possible on the same circuit-breaker: 32-33-34-35 Notes A) The circuit-breaker is only tted with the accessories specied in the order acknowledgement. To draw up the order, please consult this catalogue. B) The undervoltage release can be supplied for power supply branched on the supply side of the circuit-breaker or from an independent source. Circuit-breaker closing is only possible with the undervoltage release energized (the lock on closing is made mechanically). In the case where there is the same power supply for the shunt closing and undervoltage releases and automatic circuitbreaker closing is required on return of the auxiliary voltage, a delay of 50ms must be introduced between the moment of consent to the undervoltage release and energization of the shunt closing release. Incompatible with -MO4. C) Check the auxiliary circuit power to verify the possibility of starting several motors for charging the closing springs at the same time. To prevent excessive consumption the closing springs must be charged manually before energizing the auxiliary circuit. D) The circuit for controlling the shunt opening release winding continuity must only be used for this purpose. It is possible to use the STU Test Unit to check continuity of the various release. E ) When fig. 06 is required, contact -BB3 (41-42) of fig. 32-33 is not available and figs. 34-35 cannot be supplied. When fig. 09 is required, contact -BB1 (43-44) of fig. 31 is not available.
-BB3
100
Electric circuit diagram of xed circuit-breakers 1VCD 400099

The electric circuit diagram given in this section regards the fixed circuit-breakers with breaking capacity up to 50 kA.
101
102
103
= Reference number of diagram figure. = See the note indicated by the letter. = Circuit-breaker auxiliary contacts. = Circuit-breaker auxiliary passing contact with momentary closing during opening. -BB6 = Contact for the undervoltage release deenergized electrical signal. -BB11 = Contact to interrupt the BB4 signal during the manual opening operation. -BM = STU Test unit for supervision of shunt opening release and shunt closing release winding continuity (see note D). -BS1 = Spring-charging motor limit contacts. -BS2 = Limit contacts for signalling closing springs charged/discharged. -MO1 = First shunt opening release (see note D). -MO2 = Second shunt opening release (see note D). -MO4 = Third shunt opening release (see note D). -MC = Shunt closing release (see note D). -MS = Motor for closing spring charging (see note C). -MU = Undervoltage release (see note B). -QB = Circuit-breaker accessories. -RL1 = Locking magnet. If de-energized, it mechanically prevents circuit-breaker closing (it is possible to limit its consumption by connecting a delayed pushbutton in series to enable the operation). -SC = Pushbutton or contact for circuit-breaker closing. -SO = Pushbutton or contact for circuit-breaker opening. -XB = Terminal box for the circuit-breaker circuits. -XB2...16 = Accessory connectors.
Caption * -BB1,..2-3 -BB4
Description of figures Fig. 1 = Motor circuit for closing spring charging (see note C). Fig. 2 = Shunt closing release (anti-pumping is carried out mechanically) (see note D). Fig. 3 = Locking magnet. When de-energised, it mechanically prevents circuit-breaker closing. It is possible to limit consumption by connecting a delay pushbutton in series to enable the operation. Fig. 5 = Instantaneous undervoltage release (see note B). Fig. 6 = Circuit of third opening release with continuous control of the winding (see note D). Fig. 7 = Circuit of the rst shunt opening release with possibility of continuous control of the winding (see note D). Fig. 9 = Circuit of the second shunt opening release with possibility of continuous control of the winding (see note D). Fig. 26 = Electrical signalling of closing springs charged and discharged. Fig. 30 = Circuit-breaker auxiliary passing contact with momentary closing during circuit-breaker opening. Fig. 31 = Available circuit-breaker auxiliary contacts. Fig. 32 35 = Available circuit-breaker auxiliary contacts. It is possible to have one of these gures. The standard conguration is gure 32. Fig. 60 = Contact for the undervoltage release de-energized electrical signal. Fig. 70 to 73 =Available auxiliary contacts of the circuitbreaker. One of these figures can be obtained.
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Description -MS -MC -MO1 -MU -MO2 -BB1 -BB2 Spring charging motor Shunt closing release Shunt opening release Undervoltage release Additional shunt opening release Set of 10 circuit-breaker auxiliary contacts Set of 5 extra circuit-breaker auxiliary contacts 3C-20 Set of 5 extra circuit-breaker auxiliary contacts 5C Set of 5 extra circuit-breaker auxiliary contacts 2C-30 Set of 5 extra circuit-breaker auxiliary contacts 50 Notes: C = normally open contact with circuit-breaker open 0 = normally closed contact with circuit-breaker open -RL1 -BB4 -BS2 -MO3 -MO4 Locking magnet on operating mechanism Transient contact Contact for signalling closing spring charged/discharged Opening solenoid for release outside the circuit-breaker Third shunt opening release 3 30 26 10 6 F d Figures Notes 1 2 7 5 9 31 32 33 34 35 C D D B D
Incompatibility The combination of circuits given in the figures below are not possible on the same circuit-breaker: 32-33-34-35 Notes A) The circuit-breaker is only fitted with the accessories specified in the order acknowledgement. To draw up the order, please consult this catalogue. B) The undervoltage release can be supplied for power supply branched on the supply side of the circuit-breaker or from an independent source. Circuit-breaker closing is only possible with the undervoltage release energized (the lock on closing is made mechanically). In the case where there is the same power supply for the shunt closing and undervoltage releases and automatic circuitbreaker closing is required on return of the auxiliary voltage, a delay of 50ms must be introduced between the moment of consent to the undervoltage release and energization of the shunt closing release. Incompatible with -MO4. C) Check the auxiliary circuit power to verify the possibility of starting several motors for charging the closing springs at the same time. To prevent excessive consumption the closing springs must be charged manually before energizing the auxiliary circuit. D) The circuit for controlling the shunt opening release winding continuity must only be used for this purpose. It is possible to use the STU Test Unit to check continuity of the various release. E ) When fig. 06 is required, contact -BB3 (41-42) of fig. 32-33 is not available and figs. 34-35 cannot be supplied. When fig. 09 is required, contact -BB1 (43-44) of fig. 31 is not available.
-BB3
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Electric circuit diagram of withdrawable circuit-breakers 1VCD 400047

The electric circuit diagram given in this section regards the withdrawable circuit-breakers with breaking capacity up to 40 kA. For withdrawable circuit-breakers with motorized truck, see diagram 1VCD400048. For circuit-breaker of ZS8.4 switchgears the following diagrams are available: 1VCD400080 Standard version 1VCD400085 Version with motorized truck.
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107
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109
Caption = Reference number of diagram figure. * = See the note indicated by the letter. -BB1,..2-3 = Circuit-breaker auxiliary contacts. -BB4 = Circuit-breaker auxiliary passing contact with momentary closing during opening. -BB6 = Contact for the undervoltage release deenergized electrical signal. -BB11 = Contact to interrupt the BB4 signal during the manual opening operation, -BD = Enclosure door position contact. -BM = STU Test Unit for checking winding continuity of the shunt opening and closing release (see note D). -BS1 = Spring-charging motor limit contacts. -BS2 = Limit contact for signalling closing springs charged/discharged. -BT1 = Contacts for electrical signalling of circuitbreaker in connected position (see note E). -BT2 = Contacts for electrical signalling of circuitbreaker in isolated position (see note E). -BT3 = Circuit-breaker position contact, open during the circuit-breaker isolation run. -MO1 = First shunt opening release (see note D). -MO2 = Second shunt opening release (see note D).
= Opening solenoid for release outside the circuitbreaker. -MO4 = Third shunt opening release (see note D). -MC = Shunt closing release (see note D). -MS = Motor for closing spring charging (see note C). -MU = Undervoltage release (see note B). -QB = Circuit-breaker accessories. -RL1 = Locking magnet. If de-energized, it prevents mechanical closing of the circuit-breaker (it is possible to limit its consumption by connecting a delayed pushbutton in series to enable the operation). -RL2 = Locking magnet (on the truck). If de-energized, it prevents mechanical connection and isolation of the circuit-breaker (it is possible to limit its consumption by connecting a delayed pushbutton in series to enable the operation). -SC = Pushbutton or contact for circuit-breaker closing. -SO = Pushbutton or contact for circuit-breaker opening. -XB = Connector for the circuit-breaker circuits. -XB2...16 = Accessory connectors.
-MO3

Description -MS -MC -MO1 -MU -MO2 -RL2 -BB4 -BS2 -MO3 -MO4 Closing spring charging motor Shunt closing release Shunt opening release Undervoltage release Additional shunt opening release Locking magnet on the truck Auxiliary passing contact Contact for signalling closing spring charged/discharged Opening solenoid for release outside the circuit-breaker Third shunt opening release Figures 1 2 7 5 9 8 30 26 10 6 F D-F F Notes C D D B D-F
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Set of 10 circuit-breaker auxiliary contacts -BB1 -BB2 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 Set of 5 other circuit-breaker auxiliary contacts -BB3 Circuit-breaker connected isolated contact -BT1 -BT2 Position contact for withdrawable circuit-breakers -BT3 Locking magnet on the operating mechanism -RL1 31 32 31 / 51 32 / 51 3 / 31 / 51 3 / 32 / 51 4 / 33 4 / 34 4 / 33 / 52 4 / 34 / 52 F F E-F E-F E-F-G E-F-G E-F-G E-F-G E-F-G E-F-G Figures Notes
Incompatibility The circuits given in the figures below cannot be supplied at the same time in the same circuit-breaker: 3-4 31-32-52 31-32-33-34 33-34-51 4-31-32 51-52 3-33-34 5-6
Notes A) The circuit-breaker is only fitted with the accessories specified in the order acknowledgement. To draw up the order, please consult the present catalogue. B) The undervoltage release can be supplied for power supply branched on the supply side of the circuit-breaker or from an independent source. Circuit-breaker closing is only possible with the undervoltage release energized (the lock on closing is made mechanically). In the case where there is the same power supply for the closing and undervoltage releases and automatic circuit-breaker closing is required on return of the auxiliary voltage, a delay of 50ms must be introduced between the moment of consent to the undervoltage release and energization of the shunt closing release. Incompatible with -MO4.
C) Check the power available on the auxiliary circuit to verify the possibility of starting several motors for charging the closing springs at the same time. To prevent excessive consumption the closing springs must be charged manually before energizing the auxiliary circuit. D) The circuit for controlling the shunt opening release winding continuity must only be used for this purpose. It is possible to use the STU Shunt Test Unit to check continuity of the winding. E) The contacts for electrical signalling of circuit-breaker in the connected and isolated position (-BT1 and -BT2) shown in fig. 51 or 52 are located in the circuit-breaker truck F) When fig. 10 is requested, contact -BB3 31-32 indicated of fig. 32-34 is not available. When fig. 30 is requested, contact -BB3 (53-54) indicated of fig. 32-34 is not available. When fig. 9 is requested, contact -BB1 (43-44 indicated) of fig. 31-32-33-34 is not available. When fig. 06 is required, contact -BB3 (terminals 41-42) of figs. 32 and 34 is not available. G) Fig. 3 is supplied when g. 31 or 32 is requested. Fig. 4 is supplied when g. 33 or 34 is requested (in this case it is compulsory to supply the -BT3).
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Electric circuit diagram of withdrawable circuit-breakers 1VCD 400100

The electric circuit diagram given in this section regards the withdrawable circuit-breakers with breaking capacity up to 50 kA. For withdrawable circuit-breakers with motorized truck, see diagram 1VCD400102.
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115
Caption = Reference number of diagram figure. * = See the note indicated by the letter. -BB1,..2-3 = Circuit-breaker auxiliary contacts. -BB4 = Circuit-breaker auxiliary passing contact with momentary closing during opening. -BB6 = Contact for the undervoltage release de- energized electrical signal -BB11 = Contact to interrupt the BB4 signal during the manual opening operation, -BD = Enclosure door position contact. -BM = STU Test Unit for checking winding continuity of the shunt opening and closing release (see note D). -BS1 = Spring-charging motor limit contacts. -BS2 = Limit contact for signalling closing springs charged/discharged. -BT1 = Contacts for electrical signalling of circuit- breaker in connected position (see note E). -BT2 = Contacts for electrical signalling of circuit- breaker in isolated position (see note E). -BT3 = Circuit-breaker position contact, open during the circuit-breaker isolation run.
-MO1 -MO2 -MO4 -MC -MS -MU -QB -RL1
= First shunt opening release (see note D). = Second shunt opening release (see note D). = Third shunt opening release (see note D). = Shunt closing release (see note D). = Motor for closing spring charging (see note C). = Undervoltage release (see note B). = Circuit-breaker accessories. = Locking magnet. If de-energized, it prevents mechanical closing of the circuit-breaker (it is possible to limit its consumption by connecting a delayed pushbutton in series to enable the operation). -RL2 = Locking magnet (on the truck). If de-energized, it prevents mechanical connection and isolation of the circuit-breaker (it is possible to limit its consumption by connecting a delayed pushbutton in series to enable the operation). -SC = Pushbutton or contact for circuit-breaker closing. -SO = Pushbutton or contact for circuit-breaker opening. -XB = Connector for the circuit-breaker circuits. -XB2...16 = Accessory connectors.

Description -MS -MC -MO1 -MU -MO2 -RL2 -BB4 -BS2 -MO4 Closing spring charging motor Shunt closing release Shunt opening release Undervoltage release Additional shunt opening release Locking magnet on the truck Auxiliary passing contact Contact for signalling closing spring charged/discharged Third shunt opening release Figures 1 2 7 5 9 8 30 26 6 D-F F Notes C D D B D-F
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Set of 10 circuit-breaker auxiliary contacts -BB1 -BB2 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 Set of 5 other circuit-breaker auxiliary contacts -BB3 Circuit-breaker connected isolated contact -BT1 -BT2 Position contact for withdrawable circuit-breakers -BT3 Locking magnet on the operating mechanism -RL1 Figures Notes
31 32 31 / 51 32 / 51 3 / 31 / 51 3 / 32 / 51 4 / 33 4 / 34 4 / 33 / 52 4 / 34 / 52
F F E-F E-F E-F-G E-F-G E-F-G E-F-G E-F-G E-F-G
Incompatibility The circuits given in the figures below cannot be supplied at the same time in the same circuit-breaker: 3-4 31-32-52 31-32-33-34 31-34-51 4-31-32 51-52 3-33-34 5-6
Note A) The circuit-breaker is only fitted with the accessories specified in the order acknowledgement. To draw up the order, please consult the apparatus catalogue. B) The undervoltage release can be supplied for power supply branched on the supply side of the circuit-breaker or from an independent source. Circuit-breaker closing is only possible with the undervoltage release energized (the lock on closing is made mechanically). In the case where there is the same power supply for the closing and undervoltage releases and automatic circuit-breaker closing is required on return of the auxiliary voltage, a delay of 50ms must be introduced between the moment of consent to the undervoltage release and energization of the shunt closing release. Incompatible with -MO4
C) Check the power available on the auxiliary circuit to verify the possibility of starting several motors for charging the closing springs at the same time. To prevent excessive consumption the closing springs must be charged manually before energizing the auxiliary circuit. D) The circuit for controlling the shunt opening release winding continuity must only be used for this purpose. It is possible to use the Shunt Test Unit to check continuity of the winding. E) The contacts for electrical signalling of circuit-breaker in the connected and isolated position (-BT1 and -BT2) shown in fig. 51 or 52 are located in the circuit-breaker truck F) When fig. 9 is required, contact -BB1 (terminals 41-42) of figs. 31-32-33-34 is not available. When fig. 30 is required, contact -BB3 (terminals 53-54) of figs. 32 and 34 is not available. When fig. 06 is required, contact -BB3 (terminals 41-42) of figs. 32-34 is not available. G) Fig. 3 is supplied when fig. 31 or 32 are required. Fig. 4 is supplied when fig. 33 or 34 are required (in this case, it is obligatory for -BT3 to be supplied).
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Medium voltage products

VD4 Medium voltage vacuum circuit-breakers 12...36 kV - 630...3150 A - 16...50 kA

9 Pole xing 10 Connection to operating mechanism

Vacuum interrupter embedded in the pole

Quenching principle of ABB interrupters

1 Stem/terminal 2 Twist protection 3 Bellows 4 Interrupter housing 5 Shield 6 Ceramic insulator

7 Shield 8 Contacts 9 Terminal 10 Interrupter housing

Radial magnetic field contact arrangement with a rotating vacuum arc.

63 158 3 / 275 310 750 459 677 260

Maximum overall dimensions (fixed version)

a (mm) b (mm) c (mm) kg

Weight Embedded poles Assembled poles

40,5 50-60 630 3150 16 40 40 100 4 / 280 - 360 328 895

555 - 686 1575

2. Selection and ordering Withdrawable circuit-breakers

Fixed VD4 circuit-breaker (12 kV)

Rated breaking capacity (rated short-circuit breaking current symmetrical)

Rated short-time withstand current (3s)

461 570 424 210 75 7406

461 700 424 275 79

461 450 424 150 73 7405

461 570 424 210 75 7406

461 700 424 275 79

589 570 424 210 84

589 700 424 275 84

610 600 459 210 146

610 750 459 275 158

Maximum overall dimensions Weight

Standardised table of dimensions Operating temperature Tropicalization Electromagnetic compatibility

000051 003282 003285 003440 003441

(1) Circuit-breakers up to 1250 A and 31.5 kA have polyamide poles.

003282 003285 003440 003441

003441 000149 003443

2. Selection and ordering Withdrawable circuit-breakers

Fixed VD4 circuit-breaker (17.5 kV)

Rated breaking capacity (rated short-circuit breaking current symmetrical)

Rated short-time withstand current (3s)

461 570 424 210 75 7406

461 700 424 275 79

461 450 424 150 73 7405

461 570 424 210 75 7406

461 700 424 275 79

589 570 424 210 84

589 700 424 275 84

610 600 459 210 146

610 750 459 275 158

Maximum overall dimensions Weight

Standardised table of dimensions Operating temperature Tropicalization Electromagnetic compatibility

000051 003282 003285 003440 003441

(1) Circuit-breakers up to 1250 A and 31.5 kA have polyamide poles.

2. Selection and ordering Withdrawable circuit-breakers

Fixed VD4 circuit-breaker (24 kV)

Rated short-time withstand current (3s)

631 700 424 275 104 7410

631 570 424 210 100/106 7409 000172

631 700 424 275 104 7410

642 700 424 275 110 7411

642 700 424 275 110 7411

642 700 424 275 110 7411