Cat SM6

Modular units for MV/LV
transformer substations, industrial

distribution and MV switching
Catalogue
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SM6 range
3 to 24 kV
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The experience of a world leader
The ranges advantages
The references of a leader
Quality assurance
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Characteristics of the functional units

Functional units selection
Automatic control equipment
Operating mechanisms
Auxiliaries
Motor option and releases for Evolis circuit breakers
Current transformers
Voltage transformers
Transformers protection
Motors protection with CRM units
Interlocks
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Connections
Connections selection table
Cable-connection from below
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Cable-connection height
Trenches depth
Trench diagrams example
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Installation
Dimensions and weights
Units dimensions
Layout examples
Protecting the environment
A full range of services
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Appendices
Trip curves for VIP 300 LL or LH relays
Trip curves for VIP 200 and VIP 201 relays
Trip curves for VIP 35 relays
Fusarc CF fuses - Fuse and limitation curves
Solefuse fuses - Fuse and limitation curves
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SM6 range
Field of application
Units for all functions
Conditions dexploitation
Main characteristics
Factory-built cubicles description
Compartments description
Safety of people
Telecontrol of power distribution networks
A range of FPIs for underground networks
Description of the control/monitoring and protection functions
Appendices
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Contents
Connections
SM6 range
3 to 24 kV
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The experience of a world leader
MT20140
The Schneider Electric groups experience extends over forty years

in factory-built cubicles and over twenty five years in SF6 technology
for Medium Voltage switchgear.
This experience means that today Schneider Electric can propose
a complementary range: DMV-A, DMV-D, DMV-S vacuum type circuit
breaker cubicles and internal arc cubicles 16 kA.1 s to reinforced the safety
of people.
This gives you the advantage of unique experience, that of a world leader,
with over half a million SF6 Medium Voltage units installed throughout
the world.
Putting this experience at your service and remaining attentive to your
requirements is the spirit of active partnership that we want to develop
in offering you the SM6 range.
MT20141
The modular SM6 range is a range of harmonised cubicles equipped

with SF6 or vacuum air breaking technology switchgear.
These cubicles allow you to produce all your Medium Voltage substation
requirements up to 24 kV by superposing their various functions.
The result of in-depth analysis of your requirements, both now and in the
future, SM6 cubicles mean that you can take advantage of all the features
of both a modern and proven technology.
1975: innovation
Sulphur hexafluoride (SF6) is first used in an MV switch for an MV/LV
transformer substation, with the VM6.
1989: experience
Over 300,000 VM6 cubicles equipped networks throughout the world.
1991: innovation and experience
Cumulated with the second generation of SM6 modular SF6 cubicles.
2001: a leading position
b with over 400,000 SM6 cubicles installed around the world,
Schneider Electric consolidates its position as uncontested leader
in the Medium Voltage field.
b development of the offer with the arrival of a range of vacuum type
circuit breaker cubicles.
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The ranges advantages
MT20142
Upgradability
SM6, a comprehensive range
b a comprehensive offer covering your current and future requirements;
b a design adapted to the extension of your installations;
b a catalogue of functions for all your applications;
b a product designed to be in compliance with standards constraints;
b options to anticipate the telecontrol of your installations.
MT20143
Compactness
SM6, an optimised range
b compact units, with low increment cubicles;
b rationalised space requirement for switchboard installation;
b reduction of civil works costs;
b easy integration in factory-built outdoor substations for which the SM6
is particularly well designed.
MT20144
Maintenance
SM6, a range with reduced maintenance
b the active parts (breaking and earthing) are integrated in an SF6-filled,
sealed for life unit;
b the control mechanisms, are intented to function with reduced
maintenance under normal operating conditions;
b enhanced electrical endurance when breaking.
MT20145
Ease of installation
SM6, a simple range to incorporate
b reduced dimensions and weights;
b only one civil works layout;
b a solution adapted to cable connection;
b simplified switchboard busbar design.
MT20146
Ease and safe to operate

SM6, a proven range
b a three position switch to block incorrect switching;
b the earthing disconnector has full closing capacity;
b positive breaking of position indicators;
b internal arcing withstand in the cable and switchgear compartments;
b clear and animated display diagrams;
b switching lever with an anti-reflex function;
b compartmented cubicles.
MT20147
SM6: a range designed with telecontrol in mind

SM6 switchgear is perfectly adapted to telecontrol applications.
Motorised, either when installed or at a later date on-site without
any interruption in service, SM6 combines with the Easergy T200
remote control interface. You therefore benefit from a ready-to connect
unit that is easy to incorporate providing guaranteed switchgear operation.
MT20148
SM6: a range with adapted protection devices

With the SM6, Schneider Electric proposes solutions for protection
and energy management; the Sepam and VIP or relay ranges protect
installations, providing continuity of electrical supply and reducing downtime.
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The references of a leader

SM6, a world-wide product
61001N
Asia/Middle East
b Pasteur Institute, Cambodia
b Tian he City, China
b Sanya Airport, China
b Bank of China, Beijing, Jv Yanta, China
b Jing Guang Hotel, JGH, China
b Plaza Hotel, Jakarta, Indonesia
b Bali Airport, Indonesia
b Wakasa Control Center, Japan
b Otaru Shopping center, Japan
b New City of Muang, Thong Than, Kanjanapas,
Thailand
b Danang and Quinhon Airport, Vanad, Vietnam
b British Embassy, Oman
b KBF Palace Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
b Raka Stadium, Saudi Arabia
b Bilkent University, Turkey
b TADCO, BABOIL development, United Arab Emirates
Africa
b ONAFEX, Hilton Hotel, Algeria
b Yaounde University, Cameroon
b Karoua Airport, Cameroon
b Libreville Airport, Gabon
b Ivarto Hospital, CORIF, Madagascar
b Central Bank of Abuja, ADEFEMI, Nigeria
b OCI Dakar, Oger international, CGE, Senegal
b Bamburi cement Ltd, Kenya
b Ivory Electricity Company, Ivory Coast
South America/Pacific
b Lamentin Airport, CCIM, Martinique
b Space Centre, Kourou, Guyana
b Mexico City Underground System, Mexico
b Santiago Underground System, Chile
b Cohiba Hotel, Havana, Cuba
b Iberostar Hotel, Bavaro, Dominican Republic
b Aluminio Argentino Saic SA, Argentina
Europe
b EDF, France
b Eurotunnel, France
b Futuroscope, Poitiers, France
b Franois Mitterrand Library, France
b Nestl company headquarters, France
b Stade de France, Paris, France
b Kronofrance, France
b TLM Terminal , Folkestone, Great Britain
b Zaventem Airport, Belgium
b Krediebank Computer Centre, Belgium
b Bucarest Pumping station, Rumania
b Prague Airport, Czech Republic
b Philipp Morris St Petersburg, Russia
b Ligget Ducatt Tobacco Factory, Russia
b Kremlin Moscow, Russia
b Allibert Tarazona, Spain
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Quality assurance
A major advantage
MT55055
MT55054
Schneider Electric has integrated a functional organisation into each

of its units. The main mission of this organisation is to check the quality
and the compliance with standards.
This procedure is:
b uniform throughout all departments;
b recognised by many customers and approved organisations.
But it is above all its strict application that has enabled recognition
to be obtained by an independent organisation:
The French Quality Assurance Association (AFAQ).
The quality system for the design and manufacture of SM6 units
has been certified in conformity with the requirements of the ISO 9001
quality and ISO 9002 quality assurance model.
61002N
Meticulous and systematic controls

During manufacture, each SM6 is subject to systematic routine testing
which aims to check the quality and conformity:
b sealing testing;
b filling pressure testing;
b opening and closing rate testing;
b switching torque measurement;
b dielectric testing;
b conformity with drawings and plans.
The results obtained are written and reported on the test certificate for each
device by the quality control department.
61003N
The environmental management system adopted by Schneider Electric

production sites that produce the SM6 have been assessed and judged
to be in conformity with requirements in the ISO 14001 standard.
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Quality certified to ISO 9001
SM6 range
The SM6 range is made up of modular units containing fixed or withdrawable

metal-enclosed SF6 switchgear, using sulphur hexafluoride (SF6) or vacuum:
b switch-disconnector;
b SF1, SFset or Evolis circuit breaker;
b Rollarc 400 or 400 D contactor;
b disconnector.
SM6 units are used for the MV section in MV/LV transformer substations in public
distribution systems and MV consumer or distribution substations up to 24 kV.
MV/LV transformer substations

61004N
MT20149EN
UTE standard
MV consumer substation
(MV metering)
IM
IM
CM
DM2
QM
PM
IM
incoming
line of
the main
distribution switchboard
MV consumer substation
(LV metering)
IM
IM QM
Combined public distribution/

Consumer substation
PM IM
IM GIM QM
Substation
GAM
QM
Unit definitions
Below is the list of SM6 range units used in MV/LV
transformer substations and industrial distribution
substations:
b IM, IMC, IMB switch;
b EMB busbar earthing;
b PM fused switch;
b QM, QMC, QMB fuse-switch combination;
b CRM contactor and contactor with fuses;
b DM1-A, DM1-D, DM1-S single-isolation
SF6 type circuit breaker;
b DMV-A, DMV-D, DMV-S single-isolation
vacuum type circuit breaker;
b DM1-W, DM1-Z withdrawable single-isolation
SF6 type circuit breaker;
b DM2 double-isolation SF6 type circuit breaker;
b CM, CM2 voltage transformers;
b GBC-A, GBC-B current and/or voltage
measurements;
b NSM-cables for main incoming and standby;
b NSM-busbars for main incoming and cables
for standby;
b GIM intermediate bus unit;
b GEM extension unit;
b GBM connection unit;
b GAM2, GAM incoming cable connection unit;
b SM disconnector;
b TM MV/LV transformer unit for auxiliaries;
b other units, consult us.
outgoing line toward

other ring substations
Other standards
MV consumer substations
(MV metering)
IM
IM
DM1-D
GBC-A
QM
DM1-S
outgoing line toward other ring substations

incoming line of the main distribution switchboard
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MT20150EN
Industrial distribution substations

Distribution switchboard
DM1-A
CM
QMC
IM
IM
DM1-D
GBM DM1-A
QMC
CM
incoming line
of private MV substation
incoming line
MV/LV transformer substations

PM
NSM-busbars GBM SM
TM
NSM-cables QM
standby
generator source
CRM CRM DM1-W
standby
utility source
Distribution switchboard
CM
QM
QM
IMC
incoming line
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IMB
GBM IMC
QM
CM
incoming line
SM6 range
SM6 range
Connection to the networks
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Switch unit
IM (375 or 500 mm)
MT20153
MT20152
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Switch unit
IMC (500 mm)
Switch unit
with or without
earthing disconnector
right or left outgoing line
IMB (375 mm)
MT20154
Fuse-switch protection
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Fuse-switch
combination unit
QM (375 mm)
MT20157
MT20156
Fused-switch unit
PM (375 mm)
MT20155
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Fuse-switch
combination unit
QMC (625 mm)
Fuse-switch
combination unit
QMB (375 mm)
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Contactor protection
SM6 range
MT20159
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Contactor unit
CRM (750 mm)
Fused-contactor unit
CRM (750 mm)
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Single-isolation
circuit breaker unit
DM1-D (750 mm)
MT20163
Single-isolation
DM1-A (750 mm)
MT20162
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MT20161
MT20160
SF6 circuit-breaker protection
Single-isolation
circuit breaker unit with
autonomous protection
DM1-S (750 mm)
Double-isolation
DM2 (750 mm)
SM6 range
SF6 circuit-breaker protection
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MT20165
MT20164
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Withdrawable single-isolation
DM1-W (750 mm)
right outgoing line
DM1-Z (750 mm)
Single-isolation
DMV-A (625 mm)
Single-isolation
right outgoing line
DMV-D (625 mm)
MT20168
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MT20167
MT20166
Vacuum circuit-breaker protection
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Single-isolation
circuit breaker unit with
autonomous protection
DMV-S (625 mm)
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SM6 range
MV metering
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Voltage transformers for mains

with earthed neutral system
CM (375 mm)
Voltage transformers for mains

with insulated neutral system
CM2 (500 mm)
MT20172
MT20171
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MT20170
MT20169
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Current and/or voltage

measurement unit
GBC-A (750 mm)

measurement unit
GBC-B (750 mm)
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SM6 range
Casings
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MT20175
Extension unit
VM6/SM6
GEM (125 mm)
Connection unit
GBM (375 mm)
MT20177
Intermediate bus unit

GIM (125 mm)
MT20176
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MT20173
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Incoming
cable-connection unit
GAM2 (375 mm)
Incoming
cable-connection unit
GAM (500 mm)
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Other functions
SM6 range
MT20180
MT20179
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MV/LV transformer unit

for auxiliaries
TM (375 mm)
Busbar earthing
compartment
EMB (375 mm)
MT20182
Disconnector unit
SM (375 or 500 mm)
MT20181
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Cables power supply

for main incoming line
and standby line
NSM-cables (750 mm)
Busbars power supply

for main incoming line
on right or left and cables
for standby line
NSM-busbars (750 mm)
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Operating conditions
In addition to its technical characteristics,

SM6 meets requirements concerning
protection of life and property as well as
ease of installation, operation and protecting
the environment.
SM6 units are designed for indoor installations (IP2XC).

Their compact dimensions are:
b 375 mm to 750 mm wide;
b 1600 mm high;
b 840 mm deep
this makes for easy installation in small rooms or prefabricated substations.
Cables are connected via the front.
All control functions are centralised on a front plate, thus simplifying operation.
The units may be equipped with a number of accessories (relays, toroids,
instrument transformers, surge arrestor, telecontrol, etc.).
61000N
SM6 range
Standards
SM6 units meet all the following recommendations, standards and specifications:
b recommendations:
IEC 60298, 60265, 60129, 60694, 60420, 60056, 61958;
b UTE standards:
NFC 13.100, 13.200, 64.130, 64.160;
b EDF specifications:
HN 64-S-41, 64-S-43.
Designation
SM6 units are identified by a code including:
b an indication of the function, i.e. the electrical diagram code: IM, QM, DM1, CM,
DM2, etc.
b the rated current: 400 - 630 - 1250 A;
b the rated voltage: 7.2 - 12 - 17.5 - 24 kV;
b the maximum short-time withstand current values:
12.5 - 16 - 20 - 25 kA.1 s;
b the colour is of RAL 9002 type (frosted satin white).
Example for a unit designated: IM 400 - 24 - 12.5
b IM indicates an incoming or outgoing unit;
b 400 indicates the rated current is 400 A;
b 24 indicates the rated voltage is 24 kV;
b 12.5 indicates the short-time withstand current is 12.5 kA.1 s.
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The hereunder values are for working

temperatures from -5C up to +40C and
for a setting up at an altitude below 1000 m.
Main characteristics
Rated voltage (kV)

Insulation level
50 Hz, 1 mn
insulation
(kV rms)
isolation
1.2/50 s
insulation
(kV peak)
isolation
Breaking capacity
transformer off load (A)
cables off load (A)
short-time withstand
current (kA.1 s)
25
20
16
12.5
7.2
12
17.5
24
20
23
60
70
28
32
75*
85
38
45
95
110
50
60
125
145
16
25
630 - 1250 A
630 - 1250 A
630 - 1250 A
400 - 630 - 1250 A
SM6 range
SM6 range
The making capacity is equal to 2.5 times the short-time withstand current.
* 60 kV peak for the CRM unit.
General characteristics
Internal arc withstand:

b standard:12.5 kA. 0.7 s;
b enhanced:16 kA. 1 s.
Protection index:
b units: IP2XC;
b between compartments: IP2x.
Maximum breaking capacity

Rated voltage (kV)
Units
IM, IMC, IMB,
NSM-cables, NSM-busbars
PM, QM, QMC, QMB
CRM
CRM with fuses
SF6 circuit breaker range:
DM1-A, DM1-D, DM1-W,
DM1-Z, DM1-S, DM2
vacuum circuit breaker range:
DMV-A, DMV-D, DMV-S
7.2
12
17.5
24
630 A
25 kA
10 kA
25 kA
20 kA
8 kA
12.5 kA
25 kA
20 kA
25 kA
20 kA
Endurance
Units
Electro-magnetic compatibility:
b relays: 4 kV withstand capacity,
as per recommendation IEC 60801.4;
b compartments:
v electrical field:
- 40 dB attenuation at 100 MHz,
- 20 dB attenuation at 200 MHz;
v magnetic field: 20 dB attenuation below 30 MHz.
Temperatures:
The cubicles must be stored in a dry area free
from dust and with limited temperature variations.
b for stocking: from -40C to +70C,
b for working: from -5C to +40C,
b other temperatures, consult us.
mechanical
endurance
IEC 60265
1000 operations
class E3
IM, IMC, IMB,

PM,
QM*, QMC*, QMB*,
CRM
Rollarc 400
IEC 60056
300000 operations
Rollarc 400D 100000 operations
SF6 circuit breaker range:
DM1-A, DM1-D, DM1-W, IEC 60056
DM1-Z, DM1-S, DM2
10000 operations
vacuum circuit breaker range:

DMV-A, DMV-D, DMV-S
IEC 60056
25000 operations
electrical
endurance
IEC 60265
100 breaks
at In, p.f. = 0.7
class M1
IEC 60056
100000 breaks at 320 A
IEC 60056
40 breaks at 12.5 kA
10000 breaks
at In, p.f. = 0.7
IEC 60056
100 breaks at 25 kA
* as per recommendation IEC 60420, three breakings at p.f. = 0.2

b 1730 A under 12 kV,
b 1400 A under 24 kV,
b 2600 A under 5.5 kV.
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SM6 range
Switch and fuse protection cubicles

61057N
Cubicles are made up of five compartments separated by metal

or insulating partitions.
1 switchgear: switch-disconnector and earthing switch in an enclosure filled

with SF6 and satisfying sealed pressure system requirements.
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2 busbars: all in the same horizontal plane, thus enabling later switchboard
extensions and connection to existing equipment.
3 connection: accessible through front, connection to the lower switch-disconnector

and earthing switch terminals (IM cubicles) or the lower fuse-holders (PM and
QM cubicles). This compartment is also equipped with an earthing switch downstream
from the MV fuses for the protection units.
4 operating mechanism: contains the elements used to operate the switchdisconnector and earthing switch and actuate the corresponding indications
(positive break).
5 low voltage: installation of a terminal block (if motor option installed), LV fuses and
compact relay devices.
If more space is required, an additional enclosure may be added on top of the cubicle.
Optional, switch cubicles (IM) can also be fitted with:
b control motorisation;
b surge arrestors.
SF6 circuit breaker cubicles

61054N
1 switchgear: disconnector(s) and earth switch(es), in enclosures filled with SF6

and satisfying sealed pressure system requirements.
2
1
3 connection and switchgear: accessible through front, connection to the downstream
terminals of the circuit breaker.

Two circuit breaker offers are possible:
b SF1: combined with an electronic relay and standard sensors (with or without
an auxiliary power supply;
b SFset: autonomous set equipped with an electronic protection system and special
sensors (requiring no auxiliary power supply).
4 operating mechanism: contains the elements used to operate the disconnector(s),

the circuit breaker and the earthing switch and actuate the corresponding indications.
5 low voltage: installation of compact relay devices (Statimax) and test terminal boxes.
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Optional, cubicles may be fitted with:

b current and voltage transformers;
b circuit breaker control motorisation;
b surge arrestors.
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SM6 range
Vacuum type circuit breaker cubicles

1 switchgear: disconnector(s) and earth switch(es), in enclosures filled with SF6 and
61055N
satisfying and one vacuum circuit breaker, sealed pressure system requirements.
5
4
3 connection and switchgear: accessible through front, connection to the downstream

terminals of the circuit breaker.
b Evolis: device associated with an electronic relay and standard sensors
(with or without auxiliary source);

the circuit breaker and the earthing switch and actuate the corresponding indications.
5 low voltage: installation of compact relay devices (VIP) and test terminal boxes.
Optional, cubicles may be fitted with:
b current and voltage transformers;
b circuit breaker control motorisation;
b surge arrestors.
Contactor cubicles
61056N
1 switchgear: disconnector and earthing switch and contactor in enclosures filled

with SF6 and satisfying sealed pressure system requirements.
2
1
3 connection and switchgear: accessible through front.

This compartment is also equipped with an earthing switch downstream.
The Rollarc contactor may be equipped with fuses.
Two types may be used:
b R400 with magnetic holding;
b R400D with mechanical latching.

the contactor 400 or 400D and the earthing switch and actuate the corresponding
indications.
5 low voltage: installation of compact relay devices and test terminal boxes.
With basic equipment, an additional enclosure is added on top of the cubicle.
Optional, cubicles may be fitted with current and voltage transformers.
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SM6 range
2
1
SM6 range
61006N
MT20187
Switchgear compartment
This compartment is separated from the busbar compartment and the connection
compartment by the enclosure surrounding the switch, the disconnector and
the earthing switch.
61007N
MT20188
Busbar compartment
The three insulated busbars are parallel-mounted. Connection is made to the upper
pads of the enclosure using a field distributor with integrated captive screws.
Ratings 400 - 630 - 1250 A.
MT20189
Connection and switchgear compartment
MT20200
SF6 type circuit breaker
The network cables are connected:

b to the terminals of the switch;
b to the lower fuse holders;
b or to the connection pads of the circuit breaker.
Cables may have either:
b cold fitted sheathing for dry-type or paper-insulated cables;
With basic equipment, the maximum allowable cross-section for cable is:
b 630 mm2 or 2 x 400 mm2 for 1250 A incoming or outgoing units;
b 300 mm2 or 2 x 240 mm2 for incoming or outgoing units 400 - 630 A;
b 95 mm2 for transformer protection cubicles incoporating fuses.
The earthing switch must be closed before the cubicle may be accessed.
The reduced depth of the cubicle makes for easy connection of all phases.
A stud incorporated in the field distributor makes it possible to position and secure
the cable-end lug with a single hand.
Vacuum type circuit breaker
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Low-voltage compartment
MT20202
SM6 range
These compartments contain the various operating functions for the:

b switch and earthing switch;
b disconnector(s);
b circuit breaker;
b contactor;
and the voltage indicators.
The operating-mechanism compartment may be accessed with the cables and
busbars energised and without isolating the substation.
It also enables easy installation of padlocks, locks and standard LV accessories
(auxiliary contacts, trip units, motors, etc.).
61008N
MT20201
Operating-mechanism compartments
This compartment enables the cubicle to be equipped with low voltage switchgear
providing protection, control, status indication and data transmission.
This compartment is available in 3 versions: cover, compartment and housing.
B
A
A - cover: enables a very simple low voltage section to be installed

such as indication buttons, push buttons or Statimax relays.
The total height of the cubicle is then 1600 mm.
B - compartment: enables a large majority of low voltage configurations
to be installed. It also takes the Sepam 1000.
The total cubicle height is then 1690 mm.
C - housing: this is only used for larger low voltage accessories or those with
a depth greater than 100 mm or complex equipment, such as Sepam 2000,
Sepam 100, converters, regulating transformers or dual secondary transformers.
The total height of the cubicle then becomes 2050 mm.
C - Housing
h = 2050 mm
In all cases, these volumes are accessible, with cables and busbars energised,
without de-energising the substation.
61009N
A - Cover
B - Compartment
h = 1600 mm h = 1690 mm
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SM6 range
Safety of people
By switchgear
Switch or disconnector and earthing switch

61010N
b Gas tightness
The three rotating contacts are placed in an enclosure filled with gas to a relative
pressure of 0.4 bar (400 hPa). It satisfies sealed pressure system requirements
and seal tightness is always checked in the factory.
b Operating safety
v the switch may be in one of three positions: closed, open, or earthed,
representing a natural interlocking system that prevents incorrect operation.
Moving-contact rotation is driven by a fast-acting mechanism that is independent
of the action of the operator.
v the device combines the breaking and disconnection functions.
v the earthing switch placed in the SF6 has a short-circuit making capacity,
in compliance with standards.
v any accidental over-pressures are eliminated by the opening of the safety membrane,
in which case the gas is directed toward the back of the unit, thus avoiding projection
or other related phenomena in front.
MT20184
Switch-disconnector
Contacts closed
Contacts open
Contacts earthed
Rollarc 400 and 400D contactor

61011N
b Gas tightness
The three phases are placed in an enclosure filled with SF6 gas to a relative pressure
of 2.5 bars (2500 hPa). It satisfies sealed pressure system requirements and seal
tightness is always checked in the factory.
MT20185
b Operating safety
Accidental over-pressures are eliminated by the opening of the safety membrane.
Rollarc contactor
Contacts closed
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Main contacts
separated
Arcing period
Contacts open
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Safety of people
By switchgear
SF6 circuit breaker: SF1 or SFset

61012N
b Gas tightness
The SF1 or SFset circuit breaker is made up of three separate poles mounted
on a structure supporting the operating mechanism. Each pole-unit houses
all the active elements in an insulating enclosure filled with gas to a relative pressure
of 0.5 bar (500 hPa). It satisfies sealed pressure system requirements and seal
tightness is always checked in the factory.
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MT20186
b Operating safety
As for switch-units, accidental over-pressures are eliminated by the opening
of the safety membrane.
SF1 circuit breaker
Contacts closed
Precompression
Arcing period
Contacts open
Vacuum type circuit breaker: Evolis

61058N
b Gas tightness
The Evolis circuit breaker comprises three separate pole units fixed on a structure
supporting the control mechanism. Each pole encloses all of the active parts in an
insulating enclosure, under vacuum, and its gas tightness is systematically checked
in the factory.
b Operating safety
v the magnetic field is applied along the contact axis of the vacuum type
circuit breaker.
This process diffuses the arc in a regular manner with high currents.
It ensures optimum distribution of the energy along the compact surface
so as to avoid local hot spots.
The advantages of this technique:
v a simplified vacuum type circuit breaker which is consequently very reliable,
v low dissipation of arcing energy in the circuit breaker,
v highly efficient contacts which do not distort during repeated breaking,
v significant reduction in control energy.
Evolis circuit breaker
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SM6 range
Safety of people
By operating mechanism safety
Reliable operating mechanism

61013N
b Switchgear status indicator:

Fitted directly to the mobile equipments shaft, these give a definite indication
of the switchgears position. (appendix A of standard IEC 60129).
b Operating lever:
This is designed with an anti-reflex device that stops any attempt to re-open
the device immediately after closing the switch or the earthing disconnector.
b Locking device:
Between one and three padlocks enable the following to be locked:
v access to the switching shaft of the switch or the circuit breaker,
v access to the switching shaft of the earthing disconnector,
v operating of the opening release push-button.
Simple and effortless switching

Mechanical and electrical controls are side by side on the front fascia, on a panel
including the schematic diagram indicating the devices status (closed, open, earthed):
b Closed: the mobile equipment is operated via a quick acting mechanism,
independent of the operator. No energy is stored in the switch, apart from
when switching operations are taking place.
For combined switch fuses, the opening mechanism is armed at the same time
as the contacts are closed.
b Opening: the switch is opened using the same quick acting mechanism,
operated in the opposite direction.
For circuit breakers and the combined switch fuses, opening is controlled by:
v a push-button,
v a fault.
b Earthing: a specific control shaft enables the opening or closing of the earthing
contacts. Access to this shaft is blocked by a cover that can be slid back if the switch
is open but which remains locked in place if it is closed.
Voltage presence indicator

This device has integrated VPIS (Voltage Presence Indicating System) type lights,
in conformity with IEC standard 61958, enabling the presence (or absence) of voltage
to be checked on the cables.
Insensitivity to the environment

61014N
b An internal sealed enclosure, contains the active parts of the switchgear

(switch, earthing disconnector). It is filled with SF6 in accordance with
the definitions in IEC recommendation 60298 for sealed pressure systems.
Sealing is systematically checked in the factory.
b Parts are designed in order to obtain optimum electrical field distribution.
b The metallic structure of cubicles is designed to withstand and aggressive
environment and to make it impossible to access any energised part when
in operation.
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SM6 range
Safety of people
By internal arc protection
Standard IEC 60298 appendix AA indicates

a method for testing switchgear in metal
enclosures under internal arcing conditions.
The aim of this test is to show that an
operator present in front of a switchboard
would be protected against the effects
of an internal fault.
To enhance the safety of people, it is desirable to provide as high a degree

of protection as possible by evacuating the effects of internal arcing using:
b evacuation systems which direct gases towards the top or the bottom
of the switchboard enabling over pressure to be limited in the case
of an internal fault in the compartments;
b channelling and evacuating hot gases towards an external area, which is not
hazardous for the operator;
b materials which are non-inflammable for the cubicle;
b reinforced panels.
Consequently:
The SM6 is designed to offer a good level of safety
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b Control of the architecture:

v compartment type enclosure.
b Technological control:
v electrotechnical: modelling of electrical fields,
v mechanical: parts produced using CAD systems.
b Use of reliable components:
v choice of materials,
v earthing switch with closing capacity.
b Devices for total operating safety:
v voltage presence indicator on the front face,
v natural reliable interlocking,
v locking using keys or padlocks.
Internal arc withstand of the cubicles
MT20298
Case of an SM6 switchboard installed against the wall

upwards exhaust: 3-sides internal arc protection
b 2 versions are available:

v basic version: 12.5 kA. 0.7 s,
v enhanced internal arcing withstand: 16 kA. 1 s.
SM6 internal arc (in conformity with IEC 60298

appendix AA)
In its internal arc version, the SM6 range has successfully passed all of the type
testing relative to standard IEC 60298 (6 acceptance criteria).
The materials used meet the constraints for which the SM6 is designed.
The thermal and mechanical forces that an internal arc can produce are perfectly
absorbed by the enclosure.
An operator present in the front of the SM6 switchboard during an internal fault
will not be exposed to the effects of arcing.
Case of an SM6 switchboard installed in the middle of a room

downwards exhaust: 4-sides internal arc protection
SM6 proposes several options to install an internal

arc switchboard
b 3-sides internal arc protection:
Case of an SM6 switchboard positioned against the wall, access to the rear
of the cubicles is impossible, internal arc protection on three sides is sufficient.
b 4-sides internal arc protection:
For SM6 switchboards installed in the middle of a room, 4-sides internal arc protection
is necessary in order to protect an operator moving around the switchboard.
Choice of exhaust
The choice depends on the civil engineering:
b Upwards exhaust:
A ceiling height greater than 2300 mm is necessary.
b Downwards exhaust:
Civil engineering with an adequate volume is necessary.
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SM6 range
Telecontrol
of power distribution networks
SM6: an integrated range for

telecontrol of MV networks.
SM6 switchgear is perfectly suited to a telecontrol environment due to options such as:
b Easergy T200 I telecontrol interface;
b independent power supply of electrical controls;
b auxiliary contacts for position and fault signalling;
b current sensors for fault detection.
61015N
Easergy T200 I: an interface designed

for the telecontrol of MV networks
Easergy T200 I is an interface that is both plug and play and multifunctional.
It integrates all the functional features required for the remote monitoring and
controlling of SM6:
b acquisition of various types of data: switch position, fault detectors,
current values, etc.
b transmission of switch opening and closing orders;
b exchange with the control centre.
Particularly called on during network incidents, Easergy T200 I has proven reliability
and dependability in order to operate the switchgear whenever required.
It is simple to install and to operate.
A functional unit dedicated to Medium Voltage networks
b Easergy T200 I is designed to be directly connected to MV switchgear,
without any specific converter.
b it has a simple fascia layout for local operation, authorising management
of electrical controls (local/remote switch) and enables visualisation of information
on switchgear status.
b it integrates an MV network fault current detection system (overcurrent and zero
sequence) with detection thresholds that are configurable channel by channel
(current value and duration).
Guaranteeing Medium Voltage switchgear operation
b Easergy T200 I has been subjected to severe testing in terms of MV electrical
constraints.
b a backup power supply guarantees continuity of service for several hours
in the instance of any loss in auxiliary power supply providing power
to the Easergy T200 I and MV switchgear motorization.
Control command
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Foolproof connectors
Local information
61021N
61020N
61019N
61018N
61017N
Ready to connect
b Easergy T200 I is delivered with a kit for easy connection to motorization and data
acquisition terminals.
b the telecontrol unit connectors are foolproof to avoid any errors during installation
or maintenance.
b data acquisition core balance CTs for current measurement are of the opening
type for easier installation.
Power unit
Opening core balance CTs
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SM6 range
A range of FPIs for underground

networks
A range for the tracking

of permanent faults on MV
underground networks.
The Easergy FPI range completes the expertise and leadership of Merlin Gerin
in the MV field.
It is the widest range available on the market place and covers all types of MV
networks with their neutral grounding arrangements. Holding several key patents in
this technology, Merling Gerins Easergy directional or ammeter FPIs are available
for both overhead and underground MV lines, with various power supplies and
packages. Backed by Schneider Electric international organization and experience
of 40 years in Medium Voltage applications, Easergy puts its know how at the service
of utilities striving for a better quality.
61022N
Bright outdoor
The Easergy range is designed for the tracking of permanent faults on MV cable
networks. Thanks to an ammeter or directional fault detection scheme it covers the
needs of all types of MV networks. Available in weatherproof or non-weatherproof
enclosures, LV battery back, DC, or battery-only power supplies, the Easergy range
is very versatile and offers more than 15 versions.
Benefits
Thanks to its programmability, the lineman is sure to be able to select the tripping
parameters (current reset, timer reset, Low Voltage reset, manual reset) that match
the one of the protection devices on a given feeder.
Easergy F279
electronic detector unit
Split-core current transformer
Easergy standard features:

b 16 3Io, 4 Imax trip values;
b 8 timer reset values, (3 reset modes).
This is of paramount importance for tripping reliability.
MV telecontrol system
All members of the Easergy family come equipped with a dry contact output for
connection to a Remote Terminal Unit as Easergy T200 I Merlin Gerin, capable
of tele-signalling the passage of the fault current. In addition, a cost-effective
tele-signalling device is available.
MV/LV substation
MV/LV substation
MT20183EN
MV/LV substation
Flashing
Flashing
Not flashing
MV feeder substation
The fault is located here
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Usage
SM6 range
Description of the control/monitoring

and protection functions
61023N
Sepam 1000+
Range of multifunctional protection devices

Sepam
Sepam 2000
The Sepam range is made up of digital control/monitoring and protection units

for MV distribution networks.
Their capacity is suited to all types of applications:
b protection;
b monitoring and control system;
b metering and signalling for MV distribution networks;
b communication;
b autodiagnostics system;
b generator.
Sepam is a complete range with digital displays to meet all needs:
b wide dynamic adjustment range;
b setting protection by password;
b compatible with all types of sensors;
b ease of use with logging of trip currents for each phase and display of true
measurement values;
b operating reliability with continuous monitoring, and high level of immunity
to electromagnetic interference;
b ModBus communication module.
Sepam 1000+
The Sepam 1000+ is suited to applications such as:
b substation;
b transformer;
b motor;
b busbar.
It allows measurement of current or voltage. It has a pre-programmed, settable
control logic. As an option it has a ModBus communication module.
Sepam 2000
The Sepam 2000 is adapted to all types of applications:
b substation;
b transformer;
b motor;
b busbar;
b capacitor;
b generator.
It enables the measurement of current and voltage (and therefore power and energy).
It has a pre-programmed settable control logic which is entirely programmable
(in ladder form) enabling all automatic control functions to be handled.
61024N
Definite time-delay autonomous

Statimax
General protection of MV consumer substations (MV metering). Statimax ensures,
without an auxiliary source, against phase and zero-sequence faults.
Statimax is made up of an electronic setting device, three toroid voltage-matching
transformers, a zero-sequence transformer and a regulation device that supplies
the power for the electronics and the low-energy Mitop release.
61025N
Continuity of the electrical power supply

Source transfer switches
Designed for energy management and distribution applications, these electronic
units automatically and safely switch between two different MV sources.
Note: these equipments (except VIP and Statimax) are set up in the low-voltage compartment of
the concerning unit.
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SM6 range
Description of the control/monitoring

and protection functions
61026N
Integrated in the DM1-S and DMV-S cubicles

The VIP 35 is an independent relay without an auxiliary power supply, powered
by the current sensors, and actuating a Mitop release unit.
VIP 35 provides protection against phase-to-phase faults and against earthing faults.
Phase protection
b phase protection is achieved by a definite time threshold which functions
from 1.2 times the operating current (Is).
Earthing protection
b earthing fault protection functions with the residual current measurement taken
from the sum of the secondary currents in the sensors. This is taken via a CRc,
8 A to 80 A gauge.
b earthing protection is inverse definite time: its threshold and time delay can be set.
VIP 35
VIP 300 LL protection relay

61027N
Integrated in the DM1-S and DMV-S cubicles

VIP 300 provides protection against phase-to-phase and phase-to-earth faults.
A choice of trip curves and the large number of possible settings mean that it can be
used in a large variety of selectivity layouts.
VIP 300 is an independent relay powered by the current sensors; it does not require
an auxiliary power supply. It actuates a release unit.
Phase protection
b phase protection is via two independently adjustable thresholds:
v the lower threshold can be chosen to be inverse definite time or definite time.
The definite time curves are in conformity with IEC standard 60255-3.
They are either of inverse, very inverse or extremely inverse type.
v the upper threshold is inverse definite time.
Earthing protection
b protection against phase-to-earth faults uses the residual current measurement,
taken from the sum of the secondary currents in the sensors. This is taken via a CRa
X1 gauge: 10 to 50 A and X4: 40 to 200 A
or via a CRb X1 gauge: 63 to 312 A and X4: 250 A to 1250 A.
b as for phase protection, phase-to-earth protection had two thresholds
that can be independently set.
Signalling
b two indicators show the origin of the trip operation (phase or earth).
They remain in position after the relay power supply has been cut.
b two led indicators (phase and earth) show that the lower threshold
has been exceeded and that its time delay is currently in progress.
61028N
VIP 300 LL
VIP 200 and VIP 201 protection relay

Independent definite time protection device integrated with the SFset
circuit breaker
Protection relay without an auxiliary power supply. Dedicated to the protection
of transformers, this relay also enables very accurate selectivity to be obtained.
VIP 200 and VIP 201 protection units in the Fluarc SFset circuit breaker, without
an auxiliary power supply, protect against phase-to-phase and earth faults.
All these protection devices have wide settings ranges for their trip currents.
VIP 200
Selection table
Protection type
(1) DT, EI, SI, VI and RI

trip curves
(2) Inverse curve suited to
transformer protection
(3) DT trip curve
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three-phase overcurrent
zero-sequence overcurrent
directional zero-sequence current
undervoltage
overvoltage
thermal image
zero-sequence overvoltage
negative sequence overcurrent
long start-up and rotor blocking
maximum number of start-ups
single-phase undercurrent
Code
50 - 51
50N - 51N
67N
27
59
49
59N
46
51LR
66
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Protection units
Sepam
Statimax
2000 1000+
b
b
b
b
b
b
b
b
b
b
b
b
b
b
b
b
b
b
b
b
VIP
200
b (1)
b (1)
201
b (1)
b (1)
35
b (2)
b (3)
300
b (1)
b (1)
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VIP 35 protection relay
Characteristics of
the functional units

Network connection
IMB (375 mm)

Switch
with earthing switch
Right or left outgoing
without earthing switch

Right or left outgoing
MT20207
MT20206
MT20205
IMC (500 mm)

Switch
MT20204
IM (375 or 500 mm)

Switch
Electrical characteristics
MT20241
kA
25
20
630 A
16
12.5
400 - 630 A
7.2
12
17.5
24
kV
Basic equipment:
b switch and earthing switch
b three-phase busbars
b CIT operating mechanism
b voltage indicators
b connection pads for dry-type cables
b three-phase bottom busbars

for outgoing lines (right or left)
b one to three CTs
Versions:
b CI2 operating mechanism
b 630 A or 1250 A three-phase busbars
Optional accessories:
b motor for operating mechanism
b auxiliary contacts
b additional enclosure or connection enclosure for cabling from above
b key-type interlocks
b 50 W heating element
b stands footing
b release units
b phase comparator
b fault indicators
b surge arrestors (for 500 mm cubicle)
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Characteristics of

MT20208
PM (375 mm)
Fused-switch unit
Characteristics of
MT20242
kA
25
20
200 A
16
12.5
7.2
12
17.5
24
kV
Basic equipment:
b CIT operating mechanism
b downstream earthing switch
b equipment for three UTE or DIN fuses
Versions:
b enlarged low-voltage compartment
b stands footing
b mechanical indication system for blown fuses
b UTE or DIN fuses
b release units
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Characteristics of

QMB (750 mm)

Fuse-switch
combination unit
Outgoing line right or left
MT20211
MT20210
QMC (625 mm)

Fuse-switch
combination unit
MT20209
QM (375 mm)
Fuse-switch
combination unit
MT20242
kA
25
20
200 A
16
12.5
7.2
12
17.5
24
kV
Basic equipment:
b equipment for three UTE or DIN striker fuses
b mechanical indication system for blown fuses
b three-phase bottom
busbars for outgoing
lines (right or left)
b one to three CTs
Versions:
b stands footing
b indication contact for blown fuses
b UTE or DIN striker fuses
b release units
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Characteristics of

Contactor protection
MT20213
CRM (750 mm)

Contactor with fuses
MT20212
CRM (750 mm)

Contactor
MT20244
MT20243
10
Characteristics of
kA
kA
25
20
250 A
8
16
400 A
12.5
7.2
12
kV
7.2
12
kV
Basic equipment:
b Rollarc 400 or 400D contactor
b disconnector and earthing switch
b contactor operating mechanism R400 with magnetic holding or contactor R400D with mechanical latching
b disconnector operating mechanism CS
b one to three current transformers
b auxiliary contacts on contactor
b additional enclosure
b operation counter
b equipment for three DIN fuses
Version:
b cubicle:
v auxiliary contacts on the disconnector
v protection using Sepam programmable electronic unit
v one to three voltage transformers
v key-type interlocks
v 50 W heating element
v stands footing
b contactor:
v mechanical interlocking
b DIN fuses
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Characteristics of

SF6 type circuit breaker protection
DM1-D (750 mm)

Single-isolation
circuit breaker
Outgoing line on left
MT20216
MT20215
DM1-D (750 mm)

Single-isolation
circuit breaker
Outgoing line on right
MT20214
DM1-A (750 mm)

Single-isolation
circuit breaker
MT20245
kA
25
20
630 - 1250 A
16
12.5
400 - 630 - 1250 A

7.2
12
17.5
24
kV
Basic equipment:
b SF1or SFset circuit breaker (only for the 400-630 A performances)
b circuit breaker operating mechanism RI
b three CTs for SF1 circuit breaker
b auxiliary contacts on circuit breaker
b three-phase bottom busbars
Version:
b cubicle:
v additional enclosure or connection enclosure for cabling from above
v protection using Statimax relays, or Sepam programable electronic unit for SF1 circuit breaker
v three voltage transformers for SF1 circuit breaker
v stands footing
v surge arrestors
b circuit breaker:
v motor for operating mechanism
v release units
v operation counter on manual operating mechanism
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Characteristics of

DM2 (750 mm)

Double-isolation
circuit breaker
MT20219
MT20218
DM2 (750 mm)

Double-isolation
circuit breaker
MT20217
DM1-S (750 mm)

Single-isolation
circuit breaker
with independent protection
Characteristics of
MT20241
kA
25
20
630 A
16
12.5
400 - 630 A
7.2
12
17.5
24
kV
Basic equipment:
b SF1 circuit breaker
b three CR sensors for VIP relay protection
b three CTs
Version:
b cubicle:
v auxiliary contacts on disconnectors
v additional enclosure or connection
enclosure for cabling from above
v three voltage transformers
v stands footing
b circuit breaker:
v release units
v protection using Statimax relays or Sepam programable electronic unit
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Characteristics of

MT20221
DM1-Z (750 mm)

circuit breaker
MT20220
DM1-W (750 mm)

circuit breaker
kA
MT20246
MT20245
kA
25
25
20
20
1250 A
630 - 1250 A
16
16
12.5
12.5
400 - 630 - 1250 A

7.2
12
17.5
24
kV
7.2
12
17.5
24
kV
Basic equipment:
b SF1 circuit breaker
b three CTs
b earthing switch operating mechanism CC
Version:
b cubicle:
v additional enclosure or connection
enclosure for cabling from above
v protection using Statimax relays
or Sepam programable electronic unit
v stands footing
v withdrawable circuit breaker cradle
b circuit breaker:
v release units
v surge arrestors
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Characteristics of

Vacuum type circuit breaker protection
DMV-S (625 mm)

Single-isolation
circuit breaker
with independent protection
MT20224
MT20223
DMV-D (625 mm)

Single-isolation
circuit breaker
MT20222
DMV-A (625 mm)

Single-isolation
circuit breaker
25
20
16
12.5
Characteristics of
kA
MT20248
MT20247
kA
25
20
630 1250 A
630 A
16
400 - 630 1250 A

12
17.5
12.5
kV
400 - 630 A
12
17.5
kV
Basic equipment:
b Evolis circuit breaker
b circuit breaker operating mechanism Proxima
b disconnector operating mechanism CIT
b Sepam programable electronic unit
b three CTs
b 3 Cr sensors for VIP relay protection

Version:
b cubicle:
v additional enclosure or connection enclosure
for cabling from above
v stands footing
v surge arrestors
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b circuit breaker:
v release units
v operation counter on manual
operating mechanism
v surge arrestors
v protection by VIP relays
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Characteristics of

MV metering
MT20226
CM2 (500 mm)

for mains with insulated
neutral system
MT20225
CM (375 mm)
for mains with earthed
neutral system
MT20249
kA
25
20
50 A
16
12.5
7.2
12
17.5
24
kV
Basic equipment:
b operating mechanism CS
b LV circuit isolation switch
b LV fuses
b three 6.3 A UTE or DIN type fuses
b three-voltage transformers
(phase-to-earth)
b two voltage transformers

(phase-to-phase)
Version:
b stands footing
b indication contact for blown fuses
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Characteristics of

MV metering
GBC-B (750 mm)

measurements
MT20229
MT20228
GBC-A (750 mm)

measurements
MT20227
GBC-A (750 mm)

measurements
Characteristics of
MT20245
kA
25
20
630 - 1250 A
16
12.5
400 - 630 - 1250 A

7.2
12
17.5
24
kV
Basic equipment:
b one to three CTs
b connection bars
b three voltage transformers (phase-to-earth), or two voltage transformers (phase-to-phase)
b stands footing
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Characteristics of

Casings
GBM (375 mm)

Connection unit
Outgoing line right or left
MT20231
MT20230
GEM (125 mm)

Extension unit VM6/SM6
MT20230
GIM (125 mm)

Intermediate bus unit
MT20241
kA
25
20
630 A
16
12.5
400 - 630 A
7.2
12
17.5
24
kV
Basic equipment:
b connection bars
for outgoing lines
right or left
b stands footing
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Characteristics of

Casings
MT20233
GAM (500 mm)

Incoming-cable-connection unit
MT20232
GAM2 (375 mm)

Incoming-cable-connection unit
kA
25
20
25
Characteristics of
MT20245
MT20241
kA
20
630 A
630 - 1250 A
16
16
12.5
12.5
400 - 630 A
7.2
12
17.5
24
kV
400 - 630 - 1250 A

7.2
12
17.5
24
kV
Basic equipment:
b connection bars
b operating mechanism CC
b earthing switch
b enlarged low-voltage compartment
b stands footing
b surge arrestors
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Characteristics of

Other functions
SM (375 ou 500(1) mm)

Disconnector unit
EMB (375 mm)(2) (3)

Busbars earthing
compartment
MT20236
MT20235
MT20234
TM (375 mm)
MV/LV transformer unit
for auxiliaries
25
20
kA
MT20241
kA
MT20249
MT20245
kA
25
20
20
630 - 1250 A
50 A
16
12.5
400 - 630 - 1250 A

7.2
12
17.5
25
24
kV
630 A
16
16
12.5
12.5
7.2
12
17.5
24
kV
400 - 630 A
7.2
12
17.5
24
kV
Basic equipment:
b operating mechanism CS

b connection bars
b operating mechanism CIT
b two 6.3 A fuses, UTE or DIN type
b LV circuit isolating switch
b one voltage transformer
(phase-to-phase)
Version:
b stands footing
b connection enclosure for cabling from above
b mechanical indication system

for blown fuses
b connection enclosure for cabling
from above
(1) only for 1250 A units.

(2) installation on 630 A IM 375 mm or DM1-A units
(except additional enclosure or connection enclosure
for cabling from above).
(3) require an key-type interlocks.
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Characteristics of

Other functions

Busbars power supply for
main incoming line on left
and cables (N)
for standby line (S)
MT20239
MT20238

Busbars power supply for
main incoming line on right
and cables (N)
for standby line (S)
MT20237
NSM-cables (750 mm)

Cables power supply for
main incoming line (N)
and standby line (S)
Characteristics of
MT20241
kA
25
20
630 A
16
12.5
400 - 630 A
7.2
12
17.5
24
kV
Basic equipment:
b manual version:
v switches and earthing switches
v three-phase busbars
v connection pads for dry-type cables
v voltage indicators
v operating mechanism CI2
b automatic version:
v switches and earthing switches
v three-phase busbars
v connection pads for dry-type cables
v voltage indicators
v motorised operating mechanism CI2 with 24 Vdc shunt trips
v additional enclosure
v automatic-control equipment
Version:
b manual version:
v release units
v auxiliary contacts
v additional enclosure
v stands footing
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b automatic version:
v auxiliary contacts
v stands footing
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Characteristics of
Automatic control equipment
Transfer switch RCV 420
Ua
MT20250
Ua
t
Us
Us
t
U
tr
T1
t
U
Fig. 2
T2
tr
b locking function in the event of a fault

b possibility of parallel operation
b autonomous 24 Vdc supply for trip units and motor type:
v -10C < T < +40C or,
v 0C < T < +60C.
b terminal block for external orders for block transfer.
Operating sequences:
b transfer to standby source (Fig. 2)
1 - voltage loss on main feeder Ua lasting for a time set to 0.1 - 0.2 - 0.4 - 0.6 - 0.8 1 - 1.5 - 2 s (T1) and voltage present on standby feeder Us,
2 - transfer.
b transfer back to main source (Fig. 3)
1 - voltage present on main feeder Ua lasting for a time set to 5 - 10 - 20 - 40 - 80 100 - 120 s (T2),
2 - return transfer.
Fig. 3
tr: transfer switch response time (70 to 80 ms)
Transfer switch RNS 11
Ua
MT20251
Ua
t
Us
t
Us
t
U
T1
Fig. 4
T2
tr
t
tr
T3
Fig. 5
T4
b locking function in the event of a fault

b autonomous 24 Vdc supply for trip units and motor type:
v -10C < T < +40C or,
v 0C < T < +60C.
b terminal block for external orders to block transfer.
Operating sequences:
b transfer to standby generator (Fig. 4)
1 - voltage loss on main feeder Ua lasting for a time set from 1 to 15 s
(T1 is factory set),
2 - generator start-up (T2),
3 - transfer when generator voltage Us is present (external relay).
b transfer back to main source (Fig. 5)
1 - voltage present on main feeder Ua lasting for a time set from 60 to 120 s
(T3 is factory set),
2 - return transfer,
3 - generator shutdown 6 seconds after return transfer (T4).
tr: transfer switch response time (70 to 80 ms)
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Characteristics of
The control devices required for the unit

operating mechanisms are centralised
on the front panel. The different types
of operating mechanism are presented
in the table opposite.
Operating speeds do not depend
on the operator, except for the CS.
For the interlocks, consult the table pages
53/54 according to concerned cubicles.
Units
Type of operating mechanism

switch/disconnector
circuit breaker
CIT CI1 CI2 CS CC RI Proxima
IM, IMB, IMC
b
v
v
PM
b
v
v
QM, QMC, QMB
b
v
CM, CM2, CRM
b
DM1-A, DM1-D, DM1-S, DM1-Z, DM2
b
b
DM1-A(*), DM1-W
b
b
b
DMV-A, DMV-D, DMV-S
b
b
b
GAM
b
SM, TM
b
EMB
b
b provided as standard
v other possibility
(*) 1250 A version
Double-function operating mechanism CIT

Characteristics of
61029N
b Switch function
Independent-operation opening or closing by lever or motor.
b Earthing-switch function
Independent-operation opening or closing by lever.
Operating energy is provided by a compressed spring which, when released,
provokes closing or opening of the contacts.
b Auxiliary contacts
v switch (2 O + 2 C),
v switch (2 O + 3 C) and earthing switch (1 O + 1 C),
v switch (1 C) and earthing switch (1 O + 1 C) if motor option.
b Mechanical indications
Fuses blown in unit PM.
b Motor option
Double-function operating mechanism CI1

61030N
b Switch function
v independent-operation closing by lever or motor.
provokes closing of the contacts.
v independent-operation opening by push-button (O) or trip units.
Independent-operation closing and opening by lever.
v switch (1 C) and earthing switch (1 O + 1 C) if motor option,
v fuses blown (1 C).
Fuses blown in units PM, QM.
b Opening releases
v shunt trip,
v undervoltage for unit QM.
b Motor option
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Characteristics of
Double-function operating mechanism CI2

61031N
b Switch function
v independent-operation closing in two steps:
1 - operating mechanism recharging by lever or motor,
2 - stored energy released by push-button (I) or trip unit.
v independent-operation opening by push-button (O) or trip unit.
Independent-operation closing and opening by lever.
v switch (1 C) and earthing switch (1 O + 1 C) if motor option.
b Opening release shunt trip
b Closing release shunt trip
b Motor option
Double-function operating mechanism CS

61032N
b Switch and earth switch functions

Dependent-operation opening and closing by lever.
v disconnector (2 O + 2 C) for units DM1-A, DM1-D, DM1-W, DM2
and CRM without VT,
v disconnector (2 O + 3 C) and earthing switch (1 O + 1 C) for units
DM1-A, DM1-D, DM1-W, DM2 and CRM without VT,
v disconnector (1 O + 2 C) for units CM, CM2, TM, DM1-A, DM1-D, DM2
and CRM with VT.
Fuses blown in units CM, CM2 and TM.
Single-function operating mechanism CC

61033N
b Earthing switch function

Independent-operation opening and closing by lever.
provokes opening or closing of the contacts.
Earthing switch (1 O + 1 C).
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Characteristics of
61034N
Single-function operating mechanism RI

for the SF circuit breaker
b Circuit-breaker function
v independent-operation closing in two steps.
First operating mechanism recharge by motor or lever, then release of the stored
energy by push-button (I) or trip unit.
v circuit breaker (4 O + 4 C),
v mechanism charged (1 C).
Operation counter.
b Opening releases
v Mitop (low energy),
v shunt trip,
v undervoltage.
b Closing release
v shunt trip
b Motor option (option and installation at a later date possible)
SFset
combinations
1
2
3
b
b
b
b
61035N
Proxima operating mechanism

for the Evolis circuit breaker
b Circuit-breaker function
v independent-switching operating closing in two steps.
First operating mechanism recharge by motor or lever, then release of the stored
energy by push-button (I) or trip unit.
v spring energy release.
v circuit breaker (4 O + 4 C),
v mechanism charged (1 C).
Operation counter
b Opening releases
v Mitop (low energy),
v shunt trip,
v undervoltage.
b Closing release
v shunt trip
b Motor option (option and installation at a later date possible)
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Characteristics of
Possible combinations between opening releases

SF1
release type
combinations
1
2
3
4
5
Mitop (low energy)
b
b
b
shunt trip
b
b
b
undervoltage
b
b
Characteristics of
Auxiliaries
Motor option and releases for switch-units

61036N
The operating mechanisms CIT, CI1 and CI2 may be motorised.

Un
power supply
Motor option
(V)
(W)
(VA)
arming time CIT

or for working CI1, CI2
Opening releases
shunt trip
response time
undervoltage
pick-up
hold
response time
Closing release
shunt trip
response time
DC
24
48
110
125
220
AC (50 Hz)*
120 230
200
200
1 to 2 (s)
4 to 7 (s)
(W)
(VA)
(ms)
(W)
(VA)
(W)
(VA)
(ms)
(W)
(VA)
(ms)
200
250
300
300
300
400
750
280
550
50
40
400
750
35
160
4
45
200
250
300
300
300
55
* please consult us for other frequencies.
Motor option and releases for SF6 type circuit breakers

61037N
Operating mechanism RI may be equipped with the motor option

for the recharging function.
Un
power supply
Motor option
arming time
Opening releases
Mitop (low energy)
response time
shunt trip
response time
undervoltage
pick-up
hold
response time
Closing release
shunt trip
response time
(V)
DC
24
(W)
(VA)
(s)
15
(W)
(ms)
3
30
(W)
(VA)
(ms)
85
(W)
(VA)
(W)
(VA)
(ms)
(W)
(VA)
(ms)
48
110
125
220
AC (50 Hz)*
120 230
300
380
15
180
45
160
280
550
50
40
10
55
85
180
65
* please consult us for other frequencies.
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Characteristics of
Motor option and releases

for Evolis circuit breakers
Charging motor and associated mechanism (MCH)

MT55165
The MCH unit arms and rearms the energy storage springs as soon as
the circuit breaker is closed. This enables instant reclosing of the device
after opening. The arming lever is only used as back up control in the absence
of an auxiliary voltage.
The MCH is equipped as standard with a CH limit switch.
This contact indicates the armed position of the mechanism (spring armed).
Characteristics
power supply Vac 50/60 Hz
Vdc
threshold
consumption (VA or W)
motor overcurrent
arming time
switching rate
mechanical endurance
CH contact
48/60
100/130
200/240
24/30
48/60
100/125
200/250
0.85 to 1.1 Un
180
2 to 3 In during 0.1 s
4 s max.
3 cycles per minute max.
10000 remote controlled opening operations Evolis P1
10 A at 240 V
UC1
UC2
UC3
UC4
M2C
SDE2 SDE1
/RES
This specific coil actuates the opening mechanism of the poles to trip the circuit
breaker. It comprises a low energy consumption electromagnet.
Characteristics
power supply
direct current
threshold
0.6 A < I < 3 A
response time
of the circuit breaker at Un 11 ms
Any tripping caused by the Mitop release is indicated momentarily by an SDE type
changeover contact. This release unit also includes a coil enabling the remote
rearming of the SDE contact.
Comment: to use the MITOP release requires the adjustment of a time delay to be set
by the protection relay in order to ensure a circuit breaker operating time of 45-50 ms.
Shunt trip release (MX)

MT55164
This causes instant opening of the circuit breaker when energised.

Permanent energising of the MX locks the circuit breaker in the open position.
Characteristics
power supply Vac 50/60 Hz
Vdc
threshold
consumption (VA or W)
response time
of the circuit breaker at Un
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24/30
48/60
24/30
48/60
0.7 to 1.1 Un
pick-up: 200
hold: 4.5
50 ms 10
100/130
100/130
200/250
200/250
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Characteristics of
MT55166
Low energy release (MITOP)

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Characteristics of
For unit IMC

61038N
Transformer ARM2/N2F
b single primary winding;
b double secondary winding for measurement and protection.
Short-time withstand current Ith (kA)
I1n (A)
50
75
Ith (kA)
12.5
16
t (s)
1
measurement 5 A 7.5 VA - class 0.5
and protection 1 A 1 VA - 10P30
5 A 10 VA - 5P10
100
25
150
25
400
25
600
25
100
8
200
12.5
For unit QMC

61039N
Transformer ARM1/N1F
b single secondary winding for measurement or protection.
I1n (A)
15
20
Ith (kA)
1.2
1.6
t (s)
1
measurement 5 A 15 VA - class 0.5
or protection
5 A 5 VA - 5P15
25
2
50
4
For unit CRM

61040N
Transformer ARJP1/N2F
I1n (A)
50
100
Ith (kA)
4
10
t (s)
1
150
200
Note: please consult us for other characteristics.
61041N
For 400 - 630 A units

DM1-A, DM1-D, DM1-W, DM2, GBC-A, GBC-B
b double primary winding;
b single secondary winding for measurement and protection.
I1n (A)
10/20
20/40
Ith (kA)
5
12.5
t (s)
1
0.8
5 A 5 VA - 5P10
50/100 100/200 200/400 300/600

12.5/21* 12.5/25* 12.5/25* 25
1
5 VA - 5P15
* for 5 A protection
b double primary winding;

I1n (A)
50/100
Ith (kA)
14.5
t (s)
1
5 A 7.5 VA - 5P10
48
100/200 200/400 300/600

25
25
25
7.5 VA - 5P15
15 VA - 5P10
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Characteristics of
61042N
For 630 A units

DMV-A, DMV-D
I1n (A)
50
100
Ith (kA)
25
t (s)
1
measurement 1 A 10 VA
15 VA
and protection
class 0.5
class 0.5
1 A 2.5 VA
2.5 VA
5P20
5P20
measurement 5 A 10 VA
15 VA
and protection
class 0.5
class 0.5
5 A 2.5 VA
2.5 VA
5P20
5P20
200
400
600
15 VA
class 0.5
5 VA
5P20
15 VA
class 0.5
5 VA
5P20
15 VA
class 0.5
5 VA
5P20
15 VA
class 0.5
5 VA
5P20
20 VA
class 0.5
7.5 VA
5P20
20 VA
class 0.5
7.5 VA
5P20
61042N
For 1250 A units

DM1-A, DM1-D, DM1-W, DM1-Z, GBC-A, GBC-B
Characteristics of
I1n (A)
600
750
Ith (kA)
25
t (s)
1
and protection 1 A 7.5 VA - 5P20
and protection 5 A 7.5 VA - 5P20
61044N
For 1250 A units

DM1-A, DM1-D, DM1-W, DM1-Z, GBC-A, GBC-B
DMV-A, DMV-D
I1n (A)
1000
1250
Ith (kA)
25
t (s)
1
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Characteristics of
For units CM, DM1-A, DM1-D, DM2, GBC-A, GBC-B

61045N
Transformers VRQ2-n/S1 (phase-to-earth) 50 or 60 Hz

rated voltage (kV)
primary voltage (kV)
secondary voltage (V)
thermal power (VA)
accuracy class
rated output for
single primary winding (VA)
rated output for
double primary winding (VA)
24
10/3
100/3
250
0.5
30
15/3
15-20/3 20/3
30
30
30-50
For units DMV-A, DMV-D

Transformers VRQ2-n/S1 (phase-to-earth) 50 or 60 Hz
rated voltage (kV)
thermal power (VA)
accuracy class
rated output for
17.5
10/3
100/3
250
0.5
30
15/3
For units CM2, GBC-A, GBC-B

61046N
Transformers VRC2/S1 (phase-to-phase) 50 or 60 Hz

rated voltage (kV)
thermal power (VA)
accuracy class
rated output for
24
10
100
500
0.5
50
15
20
15
20
2500
4000
2500
4000
For unit TM
61047N
Transformers RV9 (phase-to-phase) 50 or 60 Hz

rated voltage (kV)
output (VA)
24
10
220
2500
Note: the above mentioned voltage transformers are grounded neutral.

For other characteristics, please consult us.
Surge arrestor
For units IM500, DM1-A, DM1-W, GAM, DMV-A*, DMV-S*
In (A) (unit)
Un (kV) (unit)
400/630
7.2
10
12
17.5
24
Note: the rated voltage of the surge arrestor is according to units rated voltage.
(*) limited up to 17.5 kV for DMV-A and DMV-S circuit breaker cubicles.
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Transformers protection
Fuse ratings for SM6

protection units such as PM,
QM, QMB and QMC depend,
among other things,
on the following criteria:
b service voltage;
b transformer rating;
b fuse technology
(manufacturer);
Different types of fuses with
medium loaded striker may
be installed:
b Solefuse fuses as per
standard UTE NCF 64.210;
b Fusarc CF fuses as per
IEC recommendation 60.282.1
and DIN dimensions 43.625.
By fused switch
Example: for the protection

of a 400 kVA transformer at
10 kV, select either Solefuse
fuses rated 43 A or Fusarc CF
fuses rated 50 A.
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Solefuse (UTE standards)

rated
rating
L
voltage (kV)
(A)
(mm)
7.2
6.3 to 125 450
12
100
17.5
80
24
6.3 to 63
MT55097
55
450
35
6
23
45
33
33
6
23
(mm)
55
weight
(kg)
2
Fusarc CF (DIN standards)

rated
rating
L
voltage (kV)
(A)
(mm)
7.2
125
292
12
6.3 to 20 292
25 to 40
292
50 to 100 292
24
6.3 to 20 442
25 to 40
442
50 to 63
442
80
442
(mm)
86
50.5
57
78.5
50.5
57
78.5
86
weight
(kg)
3.3
1.2
1.5
2.8
1.6
2.2
4.1
5.3
Others (DIN standards)

rated
rating
voltage (kV)
(A)
7.2
160
200
12
125
160
200
17.5
125
24
100
125
(mm)
85
85
67
85
85
85
85
85
weight
(kg)
3.8
3.8
2
3.8
3.8
5.4
5.4
5.4
L
(mm)
292
292
292
292
292
442
442
442
Selection table
The color code is linked to the rated voltage of the fuse.
Rating in A - no overload at -5C < t < 40C.
Please consult us for overloads and operation over 40C.
Type of
fuse
Service
Transformer rating (kVA)
voltage
25
50
100 125 160
(kV)
Solefuse (UTE NFC standards 13.100, 64.210)
5.5
6.3 16
31.5 31.5 63
10
6.3 6.3 16
16
31.5
15
6.3 6.3 16
16
16
20
6.3 6.3 6.3 6.3 16
Solefuse (general case, UTE NFC standard 13.200)
3.3
16
16
31.5 31.5 31.5
5.5
6.3 16
16
31.5 31.5
6.6
6.3 16
16
16
31.5
10
6.3 6.3 16
16
16
13.8
6.3 6.3 6.3 16
16
15
6.3 6.3 16
16
16
20
6.3 6.3 6.3 6.3 16
22
6.3 6.3 6.3 6.3 16
Fusarc CF (DIN standards)
3.3
16
25
40
50
50
5.5
10
16
31.5 31.5 40
6.6
10
16
25
31.5 40
10
6.3 10
16
20
25
13.8
6.3 10
16
16
20
15
6.3 10
10
16
16
20
6.3 6.3 10
10
16
22
6.3 6.3 10
10
10
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Rated
1000 1250 1600 2000 2500 voltage
(kV)
200
250
315
400
500
630
63
31.5
16
16
63
31.5
16
16
63
63
43
16
63
63
43
43
63
43
43
63
43
43
43
43
63
63
31.5
31.5
16
16
16
16
63
63
43
31.5
16
16
16
16
100
63
43
31.5
31.5
31.5
16
16
100
80
63
43
31.5
31.5
31.5
16
80
80
43
31.5
31.5
31.5
31.5
100
100
63
43
43
31.5
31.5
125
125
80
63
43
43
31.5
125
80
63
63
43
43
100
80
80
63
63
80
50
50
31.5
25
20
16
16
80
50
50
40
31.5
25
25
20
100
63
63
50
31.5
31.5
25
25
125
80
80
50
40
40
31.5
25
125
100
80
63
50
50
40
31.5
160
125
100
80
50
50
40
40
200
125
125
80
63
63
50
40
160
125
100
80
80
50
50
160
160
100
80
80
63
50
7.2
63
43
63
24
7.2
12
17.5
24
63
7.2
125
100
100
80
80
200
125
125
100
80
125
125
125
100
12
17.5
24
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Characteristics of
Characteristics of
Characteristics of
Motors protection with CRM units
The current rating of fuses installed in CRM units

depends on:
b motor current rating In;
b starting current Id;
b frequency of starts.
The fuses rating is calculated such that a current equal
to twice the starting current does not blow the fuse
within period equal to the starting time.
The adjacent table indicated the ratings which should
be used, based on the following assumptions:
b direct on-line startup;
b Id/In 6;
b pf = 0.8 (P 500 kW) or 0.9 (P > 500 kW);
b = 0.9 (P 500 kW) or 0.94 (P > 500 kW).
The indicated values are for Fusarc fuses
(to DIN standard 43-625).
Selection of fuses
Example:
Consider a 950 kW motor at 5 kV.
P
In = --------------------------------- = 130A
3 U pf
Id = 6 x In = 780 A
Then select the next higher value, i.e. 790 A.
For six 5-second starts per hour, select fuses
rated 200 A.
Note: the same motor could not be protected for 12 starts
per hour since the maximum service voltage for the required
250 A rated fuses is 3.3 kV.
The color code is linked to the rated voltage of the fuse.

Starting
current (A)
1410
1290
1140
1030
890
790
710
640
610
540
480
440
310
280
250
240
230
210
180
170
Starting time (s)

5
10
Maximum service
voltage (kV)
20
Number of starts per hour

6
12
6
12
6
12
250
250
250
250
250
200
200
200
200
160
160
160
160
125
125
125
125
100
100
100
250
250
250
250
250
200
200
200
200
160
160
160
160
125
125
125
100
250
250
250
250
250
200
200
200
200
160
160
160
160
125
125
125
125
100
100
250
250
250
250
250
200
200
200
200
160
160
160
160
125
125
125
125
100
100
250
250
250
250
250
200
200
200
200
160
160
160
160
125
125
125
100
100
250
250
250
250
250
200
200
200
200
160
160
160
160
125
125
125
100
100
Maximum switchable power (kW)

(direct on-line startup, six 5 sec. starts per hour)
service voltage (kV)
3.3 4.16 5
without fuses
1550 1960 2360
with fuses
100 A
140 180 215
200 A
625 800 960
250 A
1135
5.5
2590
240
1060
3.3
6.6
11
6
2830
260
1155
6.6 10
11
3110 4710 5180
285 435 480
1270
Access to fuses
Access is via the front with the front panel removed.
Fuses may be removed without tools by simply pulling them forward.
The field deflector pivots and automatically returns to its position.
Replacement of fuses
When fault clearance results in one or two blown fuses, it is still common practice
to replace only the blown fuses.
However, though the remaining fuse(s) may apparently be in good condition,
their operating characteristics are generally reduced due to the short-circuit.
If non-blown fuses remain in service, they may blow even at very low
over-current values.
In systems where continuity of service is of importance, it is recommended
to replace all three fuses, in compliance with IEC recommendation 60282.1.
Please note: all three fuses must come from the same range:
Fusarc or Fusarc CF (they have different fusion curves).
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Characteristics of
Interlocks
Switch units
Functional interlocks
b the switch can be closed only if the earthing switch

is open and the access panel is in position.
b the earthing switch can be closed only if the switch
is open.
b the access panel for connections can be opened
only if the earthing switch is closed.
b the switch is locked in the open position when
the access panel is removed. The earthing switch
may be operated for tests.
These comply with IEC recommendation 60298 and EDF specification HN 64-S-41.
Circuit-breaker units
units
b the disconnector(s) can be closed only if

the circuit breaker is open and the access panel
is in position.
b the earth switch(es) can be closed only if
the disconnector(s) is/are open.
b the access panel for connections can be opened
only if:
v the circuit breaker is locked open,
v the disconnector(s) is/are open,
v the earth switch(es) is/are closed.
IM, IMB, IMC

PM, QM, QMB, QMC, DM1-A,
DM1-D, DM1-W, DM1-Z, DM1-S,
DMV-A, DMV-D, DMV-S
CRM
NSM
GAM
SM
In addition to the functional interlocks, each disconnector and switch include:

b built-in padlocking capacities (padlocks not supplied);
b four knock-outs that may be used for keylocks (supplied on request)
for mechanism locking functions.
Unit interlock
interlock
A1 A3 A4
b
b
b
C1
C4
P1
b
P2
P3
P5
b
b
b
b
Key-type interlocks
A1 type
O
MT20252
Characteristics of
Note: it is possible to lock the disconnector(s)

in the open position for no-load operations
with the circuit breaker.
Outgoing units
Aim:
b to prevent the closing of the earthing switch on a transformer protection unit
unless the LV circuit breaker is locked in open or disconnected position.
b to prevent the access to the transformer if the earthing switch for transformer
protection has not first been closed.
MT20253
C1 type
MT20254
C4 type
b to prevent the closing of the earthing switch on a transformer protection unit unless
the LV circuit breaker is locked in open or disconnected position.
b to prevent the access to the transformer if the earthing switch for transformer
protection has not first been closed.
S
O
MT20240EN
Legend for key-type interlocks:
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no key
free key
captive key
panel or door
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Characteristics of
Interlocks
A3 type
Ring units
MT20255
Aim:
b to prevent the closing of the earthing switch of a load-side cubicle
unless the line-side switch is locked open.
O
A4 type
b to prevent the simultaneous closing of two switches.
MT20256
P1 type
MT20257
b to prevent the closing of an earthing switch if the switch of the other unit
has not been locked in the open position.
P2 type
MT20258
b to prevent on-load operation of the disconnector unless the switch is locked open;
b to prevent the closing of the earthing switches unless the disconnector and
the switch are locked open.
P3 type
MT20259
AX
b to prevent on-load operation of the disconnector unless the switch is locked open;
b to prevent the closing of the earthing switches with the unit energised, unless
the disconnector and the switch are locked open;
b to allow off-load operation of the switch.
MT20260
P5 type
b to prevent the closing of the earthing switch of the incoming unit unless
the disconnector and the switch is locked open.
MT20240EN
Legend for key-type interlocks:
54
no key
free key
captive key
panel or door
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Connections
Connections selection table
61048N
The ageing resistance of the equipment in an MV/LV

substation depends on three key factors:
b the need to make connections correctly
New cold fitted connection technologies offer ease of installation that favours
resistance over time. Their design enables operation in polluted environments
under severe conditions.
b the impact of the relative humidity factor
The inclusion of a heating element is essential in climates with high humidity levels
and with high temperature differentials.
b ventilation control
The dimension of the grills must be appropriate for the power dissipated
in the substation. They must only traverse the transformer area.
Network cables are connected:
b on the switch terminals;
b on the lower fuse holders;
b on the circuit breakers connectors.
The bimetallic lugs are:
b round connection and shank for cables 300 mm2;
b square connection round shank for cables > 300 mm 2 only.
Crimping of lugs to cables must be carried out by stamping.
The end connectors are of cold fitted type
Schneider Electrics experience has led it to favour this technology wherever
possible for better resistance over time.
The maximum admissible cable cross section:
b 630 mm2 for 1250 A incomer and feeder cables;
b 300 mm2 for 400 - 630 A incomer and feeder cables ;
b 95 mm2 for transformer protection cubicles with fuses.
Access to the compartment is interlocked with the closing of the earthing disconnector.
The reduced cubicle depth makes it easier to connect all phases.
A 12 mm pin integrated with the field distributor enables the cable end lug
to be positioned and attached with one hand. Use a torque wrench set to 50 mN.
Dry-type single-core cable

Lug type
round connector
X-section mm2
50 to 300 mm2
3 to 24 kV
1250 A
round connector
50 to 630 mm2
square connector
> 300 mm2
admissible
Supplier
all cold fitted cable end
suppliers: Silec, 3M, Pirelli,
Raychem, etc.
Raychem, etc.
Number of cables
1 or 2 per phase
1 or 2 per phase
400 mm2
400 < 1 630 mm2
per phase
Comments
for larger x-sections, more
cables and other types of
lugs, please consult us
Three core, dry cable

Short inner end, cold fitted
mm2
Performance
3 to 24 kV
400 A - 630 A
Lug type
round connector
X-section
50 to 300 mm2
3 to 24 kV
1250 A
round connector
50 to 630 mm2
Supplier
Raychem, etc.
Raychem, etc.
Number of cables
1 per phase
1 per phase
Comments
Note:
b the lugs, covered by a field distributor, can be square;
b PM/QM type cubicle, round end connections 30 mm max.
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Connections
Short inner end, cold fitted

Performance
3 to 24 kV
400 A - 630 A
Connections

Cable-connection height
Cable-connection height H
measured from floor (mm)
IM,NSM-cables, NSM-busbars
SM
IMC
PM, QM
QMC
CRM
DM1-A SF1
DM1-A SFset, DM1-S
DMV-A, DMV-S
DM1-W
GAM2
GAM
1250 A
IMC, PM, QM, QMC

MT20262
630 A
950
950
450
400
340
430
370
430
324
360
760
470
MT20261
IM,NSM-cables, NSM-busbars, SM
950
650
324
650
200 200
420
200 200
420
620
MT20265
GAM
MT20264
GAM2
MT20263
CRM
200 200
420
200 200
420
DM1-A, DM1-W 1250 A

MT20268
MT20267
DM1-A, DM1-S, DM1-W 400 - 630 A
MT20266
DMV-A, DMV-S 400 - 630 - 1250 A
200 200
420
H
185 185
312
338
200 200
420
789
330
200 200
420
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Connections

Trenches depth
Cabling
from above
Cables position
in front
On each unit of the range,

except those including
an enlarged low-voltage
compartment,
the connection is made
with dry-type and singlecore cables.
Single-core cables
bending
cable
x-section radius
(mm)
(mm2)
625
units until 630 A

IM, SM,
IMC, CRM,
NSM-cables, DM1-A, DM1-W,
NSM-busbars GAM, DM1-S
depth P (mm)
all orientations
P1
P2
140
400
150
430
160
470
200
500
220
550
270
670
330
730
500
375
50
70
95
120
150
185
240
400
630
MT20273
61049N
400 - 630 - 1250 A units
370
400
440
470
500
540
590
800
940
1250 A units
PM,
SM,
DM1-A(3)
QM,
GAM DM1-W(3)
QMC(2)
DMV-A
P3
350
350
350
P4
P5
1000
1000
1350
1350
(2) must be installed with a 100 mm deep pan.

(3) must be installed with a 350 mm deep pan, in a floor void.
Note: the unit and the cables requiring the greatest depth must be taken into account
when determining the depth P for single-trench installations.
In double-trench installations, depth P must be taken into account for each type of unit
and cable orientations.
187.5
Cabling from below
Technical pit drawings

1250 A units
630 A units
100
DM1-A, DM1-W
for single and tri-core cables
MT20272
100
DMV-A
for single-core cables
MT20271
DMV-A, DMV-S
MT20270
MT20269
SM, GAM
140
100
60
50
50
50
740
740
50
740
740
250
350
P4
P4
P5
P5
480
600
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600
840
600
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Connections
All units:
b through trenches
The trench depth P is given in the table opposite for commonly used types of cables.
b with stands
To reduce P or eliminate trenches altogether by placing the units on 400 mm footings.
b with floor void
The trench depth P is given in the table opposite for commonly used types of cables.
Connections

Trench diagrams example
P2
MT20276
630 A units
front entry or exit
with conduits
MT20275
630 A units
rear entry or exit
with conduits
MT20274
630 A units
cable entry or exit
through right or left side
P1
200
P2
P3
P1
200
600
600
600
20
IM
70
200
IM
20
20
70
70
QMC
IM
200
200
IM
IM
DM1
DM1
IM
100
60
140
Required dimensions (mm)
58
60
140
Note: for connection with conduits, the bevel must correspond to the following
trench dimensions: P1 = 75 mm or P2/P3 = 150 mm.
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Connections

Trench diagrams and technical pit
drawings example
Downwards exhaust
Upwards exhaust
MT20278
Installation with
trench diagram
MT20277
Installation with
technical pit
220
100
P1
200
600
220
220
740
740
1060
1060
20
20
Connections
200
IM
IM
200
IM
DM1-A
IM
DM1-A
Note: to evacuate gases through the bottom, the technical pit volume must be over
or equal to 6 m3 for a switchboard width of 1125 mm maximum.
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Installation
Dimensions and weights
Add to height:
(1) 450 mm for low-voltage enclosures for control/
monitoring and protection functions. To ensure uniform
presentation, all units (except GIM and GEM) may be
equipped with low-voltage enclosures.
(2) depending on the busbar configuration in the VM6
unit, two types of extension units may be used:
b to extend a VM6 DM12 or DM23 unit,
use an extension unit with a depth of 1060 mm;
b for all other VM6 units, a depth of 920 mm is required.
(3) for the 1250 A unit.
Type of unit
height
(mm)
IM,IMB
1600(1)
IMC
1600(1)
PM, QM, QMB
1600(1)
QMC
1600(1)
CRM
2050
DM1-A, DM1-D, DM1-W, DM1-Z, 1600(1)
DM1-S, DM2
DMV-A, DMV-D, DMV-S
1600(1)
CM
1600(1)
CM2
1600(1)
GBC-A, GBC-B
1600
2050
GIM
1600
GEM(2)
1600
GBM
1600
GAM2
1600
GAM
1600
SM
1600(1)
TM
1600
width
(mm)
375
500
375
625
750
750
depth
(mm)
940
940
940
940
940
1220
weight
(kg)
120
200
130
230
390
400
625
375
500
750
750
125
125
375
375
500
375/500(3)
375
940
940
940
1020
940
840
920/1060
870
870
1020
940
940
320
190
210
290
260
30
30/35
120
120
120
120
190
Floor preparation
Units may be installed on ordinary concrete floors, with or without trenches
depending on the type and cross-section of cables.
Required civil works are identical for all 400 - 630 A units.
To reduce the depth of trenches by 400 mm (for the 400 - 630 A units),
which in many cases is sufficient to eliminate trenches altogether,
units may be installed on a concrete footing prepared when pouring the floor.
Installation of 400 - 630 A units on a footing:
b enables installation in rooms where trenches are not possible;
b in no way affects substation switching operation;
b for the 1250 A units DM1-A and DM1-W, a floor void must be foreseen.
Fixing of units
MT55108
a
15
15
50
740
840
With each other

The units are simply bolted together to form the MV switchboard (bolts supplied).
Busbar connections are made using a torque wrench set to 28 mN.
On the floor
b for switchboards comprising up to three units, the four corners of the switchboard
must be secured to the floor using:
v M8 bolts (not supplied) screwed into nuts set into the floor using a sealing pistol,
v screw rods grouted into the floor.
b for switchboards comprising more than three units, the number and position
of fixing points depends on local criteria (earthquake withstand capacities, etc.),
each unit may be fixed as necessary.
b position of fixing holes b depends on the width a of units:
12.3 x 12.3
Note: in circuit-breaker or contactor units, fixing devices

are installed on the side opposite the switchgear.
60
a (mm)
b (mm)
125
95
375
345
500
470
625
595
750
720
Schneider Electric
Installation
Units dimensions
IM, IMB, PM, QM, QMB, SM
IMC, QMC, CM, CM2
1600
1600
30
70
840
GBM, GAM2
1600
840
30
70
1600
30
70
80
30
70
MT20287
1600
Schneider Electric
840
GBC-A, GBC-B
MT20286
GEM
MT20285
GIM
840
30
70
GAM
1600
840
840
Installation
MT20282
450
30
70
MT20283
1600
MT20284
840
450
MT20281
450
MT20280
MT20279
450
CRM
1600
1600
140
920
80
840
100
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Installation
Units dimensions
DM1-A, DM1-D, DM1-W, DM1-Z, DM1-S, DM2
DM1-A, DM1-W 1250 A

450
MT20289
MT20288
450
1600
80
1600
200
100
840
330
MT20291
DMV-D
MT20290
DMV-A, DMV-S
200
100
832
840
80
1600
1600
100
150
100
840
100
840
600
MT20293
Internal arcing cubicles

downwards exhaust
MT20292
Internal arcing cubicles

upwards exhaust
25
1600
220
62
840
30
70
1600
220
840
30
70
Schneider Electric
Layout examples
Biosco prefabricated substation
Conventional masonry substation
61050N
MT20294
Installation
B
A
940
200
20
1200
Required dimensions (mm)

Range
A
B
without
circuit breaker
630/1250 A
100
with
circuit breaker
630/1250 A
60
140
Switchboard extension example
MT20296
Internal arcing cubicles 16 kA.1 s

with rear corridor
MT20295
Internal arcing cubicles 16 kA.1 s

installed against a wall
Installation
1160
200
1200
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Installation
Protecting the environment
Schneider Electrics recycling service

for SF6 products is part of a rigorous
management process which gives
traceability of each device right through
to its final destruction certificate.
61051N
Schneider Electrics recycling service
61016N
Schneider Electric is committed to a long term

environmental approach.
As part of this, the SM6 range has been designed
to be environmentally friendly, notably in terms of
the products recycleability.
The materials used, both conductors and insulators,
are identified and easily separable.
At the end of its life, SM6 can be processed, recycled
and its materials recovered in conformity with the draft
European regulations on the end-of-life of electronic
and electrical products, and in particular without
any gas being released to the atmosphere nor any
polluting fluids being discharged.
Ferrous metal
71%
Non-ferrous metal
10.5%
Thermohardening
15%
Thermoplastics
3.35%
0.15%
Fluid
MT55145
b The environmental management system adopted

by Schneider Electric production sites that produce
the SM6 have been assessed and judged to be
in conformity with requirements in the ISO 14001
standard.
01
ISO 140
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Installation
A full range of services
61052N
Schneider Electric is capable of offering a full range of services

either associated or not with the supply of the SM6 unit.
To improve the quality of your electrical power:
b network study, harmonics study, etc.;
b reactive energy compensation;
b consumption monitoring;
b optimisation of your electrical power supply contracts.
To accompany the purchase and installation
of your SM6 equipment:
b adaptation of our equipment to provide a better response
to your requirements;
b on site assembly, testing and commissioning
of your equipment;
b customised financing solutions;
b warranty extension;
b operator training.
To accompany your installation throughout its life
and upgrading your equipment:
b upgrading your existing equipment: functional adaptation,
control motorisation, renovation of protections units, etc.;
b on site work;
b supply of replacement parts;
b maintenance contracts;
b end of life processing.
Installation
61053N
Fore more information on all the services proposed by

Schneider Electric, please contact your Schneider Electric
Sales Office.
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Appendices
MT20301
Trip curves for VIP 300 LL

or LH relays
t>
t>
t >>
t >>
Is 1.2 Is
10 Is
I >>
Is 1.2 Is 10 Is
With lower definite time threshold
I >>
With lower inverse definite time threshold
Definite time tripping curves

SI curve
VI curve
t (s)
MT20302
t (s)
100
100
10
10
1
0.6
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.15
0.1
0.07
0.05
0.1
0.1
I/Is
0.01
1 1.2
10
I/Is
0.01
1 1.2
100
EI curve
10
100
RI curve
t (s)
MT20303
0.6
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.15
0.1
0.07
0.05
t (s)
1000
10
100
1
10
0.6
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.15
1
0.1
0.6
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.15
0.1
0.07
0.05
0.1
0.01
1 1.2
66
10
I/Is
100
0.1
0.07
0.05
I/Is
0.01
1
10
100
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Appendices
Trip curves for VIP 200

and VIP 201 relays
for phase and earth faults
MT20304
DT definite time curve
SI inverse definite time curve

td (s)
td (s)
1000
1000
500
500
200
200
100
100
50
50
12
20
20
10
10
2
1
1
13
0.5
14
0.2
0.2
0.1
0.1
0.05
0.05
0.02
0.02
0.01
I/Is
0.005
0.5
1 1.2
10
20
30
14
0.01
I/Is
0.005
50 60
0.5
VI very inverse definite time curve

MT20305
13
0.5
1 1.2
10
20
30
50 60
20
30
50 60
EI extremely inverse definite time curve
td (s)
td (s)
1000
1000
500
500
200
200
100
100
50
50
20
20
10
10
0.5
0.5
13
0.2
0.2
0.1
0.1
0.05
0.05
0.02
13
0.02
14
0.01
I/Is
0.005
0.5
1 1.2
10
20
30
50 60
20
30
50 60
14
0.01
I/Is
0.005
0.5
1 1.2
10
td (s)
1000
500
200
100
50
20
10
Appendices
MT20306
RI definite time curve
5
2
1
13
0.5
0.2
0.1
0.05
0.02
14
0.01
I/Is
0.005
0.5
1 1.2
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Appendices
Trip curves for VIP 35 relays
Phase protection curve

The trip curve shows the time
before the relay acts, to which
must be added 70 ms to obtain
the breaking time.
MT20307
s
100
10
total breaking time
0.1
type
0.01
I/Is
0 1.2
68
10
15
20
25
30
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Appendices
Fusarc CF fuses
Fuse and limitation curves
Fuse curve 3.6 - 7.2 - 12 - 17.5 - 24 - 36 kV

200 A
250 A
160 A
125 A
100 A
31.5 A
40 A
50 A
63 A
80 A
10 A
16 A
20 A
25 A
6.3 A
1000
8
6
4
4A
MT20012
Time (s)
8
1000
2
100
8
6
4
2
10
8
6
4
2
1
8
6
4
2
0.1
8
6
4
2
0.01
2
10
100
8
10000
Current (A)
Limitation curve 3.6 - 7.2 - 12 - 17.5 - 24 - 36 kV

Maximum value of the limited broken current (kA peak)
100
MT20013
The diagram shows the maximum limited broken current value

as a function of the rms current value which could have occured
in the absence of a fuse.
8
6
4
Ia
8
1.
Ik
Is
Ik
250 A
200 A
160 A
125 A
100 A
80 A
63 A
50 A
40 A
10
8
31.5 A
25 A
20 A
16 A
6
4
10 A
6.3 A
2
1
8
4A
Appendices
6
4
0.1
0.1
10
100
Rms value of the presumed broken current (kA)
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Appendices
Solefuse fuses
Fuse and limitation curves
Fuse curve 7.2 - 12 - 17.5 - 24 - 36 kV

100 A
125 A
1000
8
6
4
16 A
20 A
25 A
31.5 A
43 A
63 A
80 A
6.3 A
10 A
MT20015
Time (s)
2
100
8
6
4
2
10
8
6
4
2
1
8
6
4
2
0.1
8
6
4
2
0.01
2
10
100
8
1000
8
10000
Current (A)
Limitation curve 7.2 - 12 - 17.5 - 24 - 36 kV

Maximum value of the limited broken current (kA peak)
100
MT20016
The diagram shows the maximum limited broken current value

as a function of the rms current value which could have occured
in the absence of a fuse.
8
6
4
Ia
8
1.
Ik
Is
Ik
2
125 A
100 A
80 A
63 A
10
43 A
31.5 A
25 A
20 A
16 A
10 A
8
6
4
6.3 A
2
1
8
6
4
0.1
0.1
10
100
Rms value of the presumed broken current (kA)
70
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Personal notes
Appendices
Appendices
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Appendices
72
Personal notes
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As standards, specifications and designs change from time

to time, please ask for confirmation of the information given
in this publication.
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Connection to the networks

Units for all functions

SF6 circuit-breaker protection

Units for all functions

SF6 circuit-breaker protection

Vacuum circuit-breaker protection

Units for all functions

Voltage transformers for mains

Voltage transformers for mains

Current and/or voltage

Current and/or voltage

Units for all functions

Intermediate bus unit

Units for all functions

MV/LV transformer unit

Cables power supply

Busbars power supply

In addition to its technical characteristics,

SM6 units are designed for indoor installations (IP2XC).

The hereunder values are for working

Rated voltage (kV)

Internal arc withstand:

Maximum breaking capacity

IM, IMC, IMB,

vacuum circuit breaker range:

* as per recommendation IEC 60420, three breakings at p.f. = 0.2

Factory-built cubicles description

Switch and fuse protection cubicles

Cubicles are made up of five compartments separated by metal

1 switchgear: switch-disconnector and earthing switch in an enclosure filled

3 connection: accessible through front, connection to the lower switch-disconnector

SF6 circuit breaker cubicles

1 switchgear: disconnector(s) and earth switch(es), in enclosures filled with SF6

3 connection and switchgear: accessible through front, connection to the downstream

terminals of the circuit breaker.