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Single Phase Overhead Distribution Disconnectors - Type SIL .............................. 1-2

Specifications.............................................................................................. 1-2
Mounting Options......................................................................................... 1-3
Insulator Options.......................................................................................... 1-3

Single Phase Overhead Distribution Disconnectors - Type DIL............................... 1-4

Specifications.............................................................................................. 1-4
Mounting Options......................................................................................... 1-5
Insulator Options.......................................................................................... 1-5

Single Phase Overhead Distribution Disconnectors - Type SL................................. 1-6

Specifications.............................................................................................. 1-6
Mounting Options......................................................................................... 1-7

MV Single Phase Disconnector - Line Tap (Tee-off)................................................. 1-8

Specifications.............................................................................................. 1-8
Mounting Options......................................................................................... 1-9
Insulator Options.......................................................................................... 1-9

Overhead Distribution - Smart Bypass Kit................................................................ 1-10

Specifications.............................................................................................. 1-10
Mounting Options......................................................................................... 1-11
Insulator Options.......................................................................................... 1-11

MV Switch Disconnectors - Side Break.................................................................... 1-12

Specifications.............................................................................................. 1-12
Mounting Options......................................................................................... 1-13
Insulator Options.......................................................................................... 1-13

MV Switch Disconnector - Vertical Break................................................................. 1-14

Specifications.............................................................................................. 1-15
Insulator Options.......................................................................................... 1-15
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Single Phase Overhead Distribution Disconnectors

Type SIL

The SIL Disconnect is a single phase, single insulator disconnector designed for medium
voltage outdoor overhead distribution systems rated up to 36kV.

The SIL Disconnect is used on overhead distribution feeders to provide a visible isolation
point for line or equipment maintenance purposes. It is easily operated from ground level
using a standard extendable hook stick.

The SIL Disconnect is designed for mounting on the crossarm and offers light, reliable and
quick installation without disturbing existing line infrastructure.

FEATURES

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• Standard hook stick operation.
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• Light construction minimises installation OH&S issues.
• Quick and easy to mount on to existing crossarm
• Mounting bracket allows angled or underslung horizontal mounting
• Minimal site disruption
• Self wiping contacts and hinge end contact blades ensure low contact resistance
and temperature rise
• Hinge end contact blade ensures current does not flow through the pivot joint
• Silver plated contact to contact interface for low temperature rise, low maintenance
and long life
• Insulator available in porcelain or polymer
• Positive latch mechanism prevents opening during faults, vibration and wind loading
• Earth points can be provided
• Complies with AS62771.102.2005 and IEC 62771.102.2003 standards

Specifications

Technical Characteristics
Rated Voltage kV 12, 24, 36
Load Current Rating Amp 630, 1000
Rated Short Time (3 sec) Withstand Current kA 25
Rated Frequency Hz 50/60
Insulator Material Options Porcelain & Polymer
Rated Voltage 12 & 24kV 24kV 36kV
Insulator BIL kVp 125 150 170
Insulator Length mm 609 609 698
Angle from vertical (Angled mount option) Degrees 36 36 36

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Mounting Options
‘Z’ or NEMA Mounting Bracket

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Insulator Options

Porcelain Polymeric

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Single Phase Overhead Distribution Disconnectors

Type DIL

The DIL Disconnect is a single phase, underslung, double insulator, disconnector designed
for medium voltage outdoor overhead distribution systems rated up to 36kV.

Rated up to 1,000A continuous current and 25kA for 3 seconds fault level, the proven safety
and reliability of the DIL series makes it a first choice for a quality long life disconnecting
link.

The DIL Disconnect is used on overhead distribution feeders to provide a visible isolation
point for line or equipment maintenance purposes. It is easily operated from ground level
using a standard extendable hook stick.

The disconnector may be mounted horizontally underneath a pole crossarm, at an angle or

horizontally, depending on system design requirements.

FEATURES
• Standard hook stick operation
• Light construction minimises installation OH&S issues
• Positive latch mechanism prevents opening during faults, vibration and wind loading
• Quick and easy installation
• Self wiping contacts and hinge end contact blades ensure low contact resistance
and temperature rise
• Hinge end contact blade ensures current does not flow through the pivot joint and
ensuring correct blade alignment
• Silver plated contacts for low temperature rise, low maintenance and long life
• Robust, long life insulator
• Complies with AS62771.102.2005 and IEC 62771.102.2003 standards

Specifications

Technical Characteristics
Rated Voltage kV 12, 24, 36, 72.5
Load Current Rating Amp 800, 1000, 1250, 1600
Rated Short Time (3 sec) Withstand Current kA 25
Rated Frequency Hz 50/60
Insulator Material Porcelain Polymeric
Options Cycloaliphatic
Rated Voltage 12 & 24kV 36kV
Insulator BIL kVp 125, 150 200
Dimensions below are for 150kV BIL Porcelain Insulator
Insulator Spacing mm 505 595
Link Blade Width mm 450 540
Terminal Palm Centre to Centre Dimension mm 700 790
Insulator Height mm 300 350
Mounting Channel Depth mm 40

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Mounting Options

Earth Bolt
Option

Blade Guide
Option

Horizontal Vertical

Insulator Options

Porcelain Cycloaliphatic Polymeric

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Single Phase Overhead Distribution Disconnectors

Type SL

The SL Line Tension Disconnect is a single phase, single insulator disconnector designed
for medium voltage outdoor overhead distribution systems rated up to 36kV.

Rated up to 1,000A continuous current and 25kA for 3 seconds fault level, the proven safety
and reliability of the SL series makes it a first choice for a quality long life disconnecting link.

The SL line tension disconnector offers light, reliable and quick installation without
disturbing existing line infrastructure. When combined with a single phase bypass
disconnectors in a 3 phase smart bypass kit, substantial cost and time savings for recloser,
sectionaliser and load break switch bypass applications can be achieved.

OPTIONS:
• Standard hook stick operation
• Light construction minimises installation OH&S issues
• Positive latch mechanism prevents opening during faults, vibration and wind loading
• Fast installation. Quick and easy to rig on to existing line
• Minimal site disruption
• Self wiping contacts and hinge end contact blades ensure low contact resistance
and temperature rise
• Hinge end contact blade ensures current does not flow through the pivot joint
• Silver plated contacts for low temperature rise, low maintenance and long life
• Robust, long life insulator
• Complies with AS62771.102.2005 and IEC 62771.102.2003 standards

Specifications

Technical Characteristics
Rated Voltage kV 12, 24, 36
Insulator Material Polymeric
Insulator BIL kVp 200
Dry Withstand Voltage kV/1 minute 80
Load Current Rating Amp 800, 1000
Rated Frequency Hz 50/60
Rated Short Time (3 sec) Withstand Current kA 25
Line Tension kN 70
Rated Torsion N-m 47
Width, Palm to Palm mm 668
Width, Insulator Eye Centres mm 460
Height, Insulator Centre Line to Hook Stick Ring mm 197

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Mounting Options
(for installation only)

Clevis or Tongue
Conversion Link

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MV Single Phase Disconnector

Line Tap (Tee-off)

The AEM Bypass Disconnector is a line mounted single phase Air Break Disconnector
designed for Medium Voltage (MV) outdoor overhead Distribution Systems up to 36kV.

Rated up to 1,000A continuous current and 25kA for 3 seconds fault level, the proven safety
and reliability of the SLB series makes it a first choice for a quality long life disconnecting
link.

The bypass disconnector offers light, reliable and quick installation without disturbing
existing line infrastructure. When combined with AEM single phase suspension
disconnectors in a 3 phase smart bypass kit, substantial cost and time savings for recloser,
sectionaliser and voltage regulators bypass applications can be achieved.

Complies with AS62771.102.2005 and IEC 62771.102.2003 standards.

SAFETY:
• Standard hook stick operation
• Light construction minimises installation OH&S issues
• Positive latch mechanism prevents opening during faults, vibration and wind loading

PERFORMANCE:
• Fast installation. Quick and easy to rig on to existing line
• Minimal site disruption
• 800A and 1,000A Rated current
• 25kA for 3 seconds fault rating
• 200kV peak insulator BIL rating
• Self wiping contacts and hinge end contact blades ensure low contact resistance
and temperature rise

RELIABILITY:
• Hinge end contact blade ensures current does not flow through the pivot joint
• Silver plated contacts for low temperature rise, low maintenance and long life
• Robust, long life insulator

Specifications

Technical Characteristics
Rated Voltage kV 12, 24, 36
Load Current Rating Amp800, 1000
Rated Short Time (3 sec) Withstand Current kA 25
Rated Frequency Hz 50/60
Insulator Material Options Porcelain Polymeric
Cycloaliphatic
Rated Voltage 12 & 24kV 36kV
Insulator BIL kVp 125, 150 200
Dimensions below are for 125kV BIL Cycloaliphatic Insulator
Insulator Height mm 286 595
Vertical Height (top to lowest palm tip) mm 440 558
Length mm 713 868

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Mounting Options

Blade Guide Option

Earth Bolt Option

Insulator Options

Porcelain Cycloaliphatic Polymeric

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Overhead Distribution
Smart Bypass Kit

The PLP Smart Bypass kit is a 3 phase line-mounted line tension disconnector and line tap
(Tee-off) disconnector set for use in overhead Medium Voltage (MV) systems up to 36kV.

Rated up to 1,000A continuous current and 25kA for 3 seconds fault level, the proven safety
and reliability of the kit makes it a first choice for a quality long life bypass solution.

The Smart Bypass kit offers light, reliable and quick installation without disturbing existing
line infrastructure. Substantial cost and time savings for recloser, sectionaliser, voltage
regulators and other pole mount devices may be achieved.

FEATURES:
• Standard hook stick operation
• Light construction minimises installation OH&S issues
• Positive latch mechanism prevents opening during faults, vibration and wind loading
• Fast installation. Quick and easy to rig on to existing line:
- No need to replace pole
- No extra crossarms
- No air break disconnector
- No conductor re-stringing
• Self wiping contacts and hinge end contact blades ensure low contact resistance
and temperature rise
• Easy isolation and bypass to allow testing, programming and repair
• Hinge end contact blade ensures current does not flow through the pivot joint
• Silver plated contacts for low temperature rise, low maintenance and long life
• Robust, long life insulators
• Complies with AS62771.102.2005 and IEC 62771.102.2003 standards

Specifications

Technical Characteristics
Rated Voltage kV 12, 24, 36
Load Current Rating Amp 800, 1000
Rated Short Time (3 sec) Withstand Current kA 25
Rated Frequency Hz 50/60
Insulator Material Options Porcelain Polymeric
Cycloaliphatic
Rated Voltage 12 & 24kV 36kV
Insulator BIL kVp 125, 150 200

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Mounting Options

Insulator Options

Porcelain Cycloaliphatic Polymeric

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MV Switch Disconnectors
Side Break

The PLP Side Break Switch Disconnector is a pole mounted 3 phase Air Break Switch
designed for Medium Voltage (MV) outdoor overhead Distribution Systems.

Rated up to 1,250A continuous current and 25kA for 3 seconds fault level, the proven safety
and reliability of the SB series makes it a first choice for a quality long life network switch.

OPTIONS:
• 630A load break & make switching to AS60265.1:2001, class E2 limited purpose switch
standard
• Light construction (70kg - 100kg) minimises installation OH&S issues
• Optional hook stick actuator eliminating street level copper theft. Mistake proof operator
switching action with positive drive and directional locking
• Fast installation:
- Quick/easy to rig - optional pole position markings for fast and mistake-proof mounting
- Minimal site adjustment - Single telescopic downrod clamp eliminates cutting/ drilling
- Quick and easy phase spacing adjustment
• 630A load break and make switching to AS60265.1:2001, class E2
(Australian Patent Applied for)
• Self wiping contacts ensure low contact resistance and temperature rise.
• Low operating force for easy manual operation
• Stainless steel phase bearers and components for corrosion free lifetime,
even in coastal environments
• Powder coated aluminium cross arm and interface.
• Drawings plus Installation, operation and maintenance manuals provided (also downloadable)
• Teflon coated long life low torque bearings
• Minimal maintenance, no periodic field adjustments needed
• Field replaceable parts
• Complies with AS62771.102.2005 and IEC 62771.102.2003 standards

Specifications

Technical Characteristics Switch Disconnector Disconnector

Rated Voltage kV 12,24,36
Insulators
a) Material Porcelain or Cycloaliphatic or Polymer
b) BIL kVpk 125, 150, 170, 200
c) Creepage mm 500, 610, 750, 1000
d) Orientation Parallel (Vertical) or Angled
Load Break Current Amp 630 <= 15
Load Make Current kVpk 630 (If make guard fitted) <= 15
Rated Frequency Hz 50/60
Normal Current Rated Amp 630, 800, 1000, 1250
Rated Short Time (3 sec) kA 25
Withstand Current
Actuator Type Handle or Auto Locking Mid Pole Hook Stick Operator
a) Drive Type Rotary or Up - Down
Switch Orientation Horizontal or Vertical
Switch Pole Position Front & Top or Top or Mid Pole
Pole Bracket Mounting Pole Front or Pole Side or Structure
Cross Arm Material Aluminium or Galvanised Steel, or Composite
Downrod Material Insulated (composite) or 32NB Galvanised Pipe

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Mounting Options

Pole Top Mid Pole

Insulator Options

Porcelain Cycloaliphatic Polymeric

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MV Switch Disconnector
Vertical Break
The AEM Vertical Break Switch Disconnector is a pole mounted 3 phase Air Break
Switch designed for Medium Voltage (MV) outdoor overhead Distribution and Substation
Systems.

Rated up to 1250A continuous current and 25kA for 3 seconds fault level, the AEM
vertical break disconnector’s proven safety and reliability make it a first choice for a
quality long life switch in high current applications.

Options:
• 630A load break & make switching to AS60265.1:2001, class E2 limited purpose
switch standard
• Light construction (70kg ~ 100kg) minimises installation OH&S issues
• Optional hook stick actuator eliminates street level copper theft. Mistake proof
operator switching action with positive drive & directional locking
• Fast installation:
- Light and easy to rig – optional pole position markings for fast and
mistake-proof mounting
- Minimal site adjustment. Single telescopic downrod clamp eliminates
cutting and drilling
- Quick and easy phase spacing adjustment
• 630A load break & make switching to AS60265.1:2001, class E2
(Australian Patent Applied for)
• Self wiping contacts and hinge end contact blades ensure low contact resistance
and temperature rise
• Low operating force for easy manual operation
• Stainless steel phase bearers and components for corrosion free lifetime, even
in coastal environments
• Powder coated aluminium cross arm and interface
• Drawings plus Installation, operation and maintenance manuals provided
(also downloadable)
• Minimal maintenance, no periodic field adjustments needed
• Field replaceable parts
• Complies with AS62771.102.2005 and IEC 62771.102.2003 standards

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Specifications

Technical Characteristics Switch Disconnector Disconnector

Rated Voltage kV 12,24,36
Insulators
a) Material Porcelain or Cycloaliphatic or Polymer
b) BIL kVpk 125, 150, 170, 200
c) Creepage mm 500, 610, 750, 1000
d) Orientation Parallel (Vertical) or Angled
Load Break Current Amp 630 <= 15
Load Make Current Amp <= 15 <= 15
Rated Frequency Hz 50/60
Normal Current Rated Amp 630, 800, 1000, 1250
Rated Short Time (3 sec) Withstand Current kA 25
Actuator Type Handle or Auto Locking Mid Pole Hook Stick Operator
a) Drive Type Up - Down
Switch Orientation Horizontal or Vertical
Switch Pole Position Front & Top or Top or Mid Pole
Pole Bracket Mounting Pole Front or Pole Side or Structure
Cross Arm Material Aluminium or Galvanised Steel, or Composite
Downrod Material Insulated (composite) or 32NB Galvanised Pipe

Insulator Options

Porcelain Cycloaliphatic Polymeric

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