Innovac MMS 3.

6 - 24 kV
Product Focus

• High reliability
• Maximum safety
• Minimum maintenance
• Easy to automate
• Environmentally
friendly technology
 Compact &
in double busbar

Creating Solutions When continuity counts

Eaton Holec creates power- Optimal availability of electrical power is becoming
engineering solutions assuring increasingly important. Deregulation of the power
market is forcing energy companies to be more and
safe and reliable supply of electrical
more economical in their operations. This puts the main
energy. With manufacturing
emphasis on efficiency, while at the same time ever
subsidiaries and sales organisations tougher requirements are being set for the quality and
world-wide, Eaton Holec focuses on continuity of energy supplies. The availability of energy
electrical distribution and power is one of the primary criteria in investment decisions
because the tariff structure also takes these sorts of
supply in both low and medium
factors into account and because it is becoming more
voltage ranges.
and more a matter of supplying a product together with
the associated liability. There is also a tendency
Eaton Holec towards automation of substations and the grid as a
The medium voltage activities of Eaton whole, and even greater integration of ICT into
Holec are directed towards switchgear business processes. Eaton Holec is meeting the
installations and components for requirements and demands of the deregulated energy
applications in distribution networks (main market with its modern range of Innovac MMS
and substations, transformer stations) and compact double busbar installations.
for industrial power supply. The switch-
gear systems are air or epoxy-resin Innovac MMS advanced compact double busbar
insulated and are in most cases equipped Installations are the best way to satisfy the needs for
with circuit-breakers based on Eaton Holec reliable medium voltage switchgear systems in the
vacuum interrupters. Eaton Holec thus 3.6 kV to 24 kV range. MMS double busbar installations
offers an extensive range of switchgear guarantee a very high level of availability of electrical
systems and switchgear components, energy supply and superb reliability. This makes MMS
ensuring a safe and reliable distribution ideal for applications in main and substations in the
of electrical energy. energy distribution sector and in industry.

Innovac MMS power distribution, Kivenlahden, Espoo, Finland

Innovac MMS double busbar solution, Vantaan Energia, Finland.

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Reliable
applications

A well-designed system User friendly operation

The new Innovac MMS double Eaton Holec's MMS switchgear is
busbar system is the result of an easy to operate. Easy access to
effective response to market needs primary and secondary cable
combined with the electrical connections makes the MMS very
engineering know-how and straightforward to connect.
experience that Eaton Holec has built up over many The logically arranged, user-friendly control panel and
years. By using the latest technologies, Eaton Holec the newly developed user interface for mechanical
has succeeded in combining optimal availability with a emergency operation enable operators to do their job
compact, low maintenance design. Operator safety and as effectively as possible.
ergonomic aspects also received a great deal of
attention. MMS stands out from an environmental
point of view as well. The use of vacuum switching Respect for the environment
and the combination of cast resin and air for insulation In keeping respect with Eaton
are good examples of environmentally friendly Holec’s positive attitude to its social
technologies. These advantages, together with the responsibilities, Innovac MMS is an
wide range of panel versions and options for environmentally friendly system. This
automation and extension, make MMS a well-designed is reflected, for example, in the use
system suitable for every specific application. of environmentally friendly materials such as epoxy
resin for components and as an insulating medium, air
instead of SF6 gas as an insulating medium, and
Safe and reliable vacuum as a switching medium. Consequently, MMS
Entirely in line with other Innovac can be completely recycled at the end of its life
products, this new range of MMS without any problem. Naturally, Eaton Holec acts
systems is equipped with fixed-type entirely in accordance with the rules and procedures of
circuit-breakers. Vacuum is used as a the ISO 14001 environmental certificate during the
switching medium. Vacuum development and production processes.
interrupters are completely maintenance free and
guarantee a long and reliable service life. This makes
them ideal for use in fixed systems. MMS circuit-
breakers are never-theless easy to replace.

Innovac MMS-switchgear, Nuon, The Netherlands.

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 Double busbar for optimal availability
When developing the new series of Innovac MMS
systems, Eaton Holec deliberately opted for the
‘double busbar principle’ because double busbar
installations have a number of significant advantages
over single busbar and duplex medium voltage
switchgear systems:
• Double busbar installations offer a very high level of
availability because the outgoing cables can be
changed over from one busbar system to the other
without loss of power. This can be done electrically
or completely automatically by remote control. 630 A cable feeder panel with Raychem T-connectors
• Double busbar installations make it possible to and surge arresters.

distribute available transformer capacity in the most

economic way.
• Short-circuit capacity can be divided between both
busbar systems.
• Double busbar installations allow the voltage level
for each busbar system to be adjusted
independently.
• Prefered and non-prefered feeders can be
divided between two different busbar systems.
• Because the double busbar is redundant, the
installation is easy to put back into operation again
relatively quickly after an internal fault.
• MMS double busbar installations are internal arc-
proof per compartment and therefore comply with 1600 A cable feeder panel with arc shield, open cable
current IEC publication 60298 Appendix AA. This connection and cable-side voltage transformers.

feature also anticipates future additional capacity

requirements.
• Double busbar installations are conveniently
arranged and easy to operate from the front.

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2
1

7 2000 A buscoupler panel with busbar-side voltage

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6 5 transformers and facility for busbar earthing.

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1 Busbar system 6 Current transformers

2 Secondary compartment 7 Cable compartment
3 Disconnector compartment 8 Disconnector and earthing switch mechanism
4 Arc-proof barrier 9 Integrated earthing switch
5 Vacuum circuit-breaker 10 Supporting frame 2000 A cable feeder panel with Euromold
T-connectors suitable for 2000 A and arc channel.

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 Double busbar - the most economical solution
An MMS double busbar installation offers more than
just optimal availability. Compared with single busbar
and duplex medium voltage switchgear systems, it is
also the best investment choice:
• In terms of initial costs alone, a double busbar
installation is significantly more cost-effective than
two single busbar installations.
• The installation costs of an Innovac MMS are also
lower than those of a duplex installation. An MMS
installation is very easy to assemble and the primary
cables only need to be connected once. In addition,
3150 A cable feeder panel with universal the relatively expensive busbar connection from one
busbar connection. installation to the other needed in a duplex
installation is superfluous to an MMS system.
• MMS also offers important operational cost
advantages. MMS is easy to automate and the
whole system can then be operated remotely. This
generates significant savings in travel costs, time
and of course, makes for a higher level of availability.
Several substations can be operated from the central
control room.
• A double busbar installation normally has the same
functionality as a duplex installation. However, an
MMS installation takes up much less floor space,
which can lead to savings on building costs.
Manoeuvring in and out with circuit-breakers
2000 A sectionalizer panel. mounted on a truck is also a thing of the past.

Innovac MMS power solution, Copenhagen Airport, Denmark. Incoming feeder substation.

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 Safety first
Fixed-type circuit-breakers
For energy distribution companies, the safety of its
personnel is of prime importance. Because the
design features fixed circuit-breakers which offer
the advantage of remote operation capability,
manoeuvring in and out with circuit-breakers is not
required anymore. This considerably increases the
safety of operators, who would otherwise have to
carry out all sorts of local switching procedures. In
addition, all primary parts are insulated and located
completely separate from the operating mechanism
and the secondary compartment. This type of design
guarantees a very high level of safety.

Optimal separation
Compact design MMS achieves optimal separation between the cable
and busbar system by means of a disconnector. Using
Innovac MMS features a compact design. an integrated earthing switch, safety is enhanced by
As the world’s most compact air-insulated medium an earthed barrier between the cable and busbar
voltage switchgear system up to 24kV, MMS is system. The design of the new disconnector
based on experience and knowledge gained over many compartments is based on a raised impulse withstand
years in the areas of cast resin technology, vacuum voltage. As a result, an MMS installation in operation
technology and electrical field control. MMS utilizes can be extended simply and safely.
optimal field control through the special design of all
primary components such as the main busbars.
The result is a particularly compact design.

The 12 kV and 24 kV versions are both accommodated

in the same compact housing. This means substantial
savings on building costs because the same installation
can be used when the operating voltage is increased.
This must, of course, be stated in the installation
specification when the order is placed.

Its compact design also makes MMS highly

flexible and economically attractive when Key release facility for cable Key lock on the
existing installations are being replaced. compartment access. cable compartment.

Innovac MMS is suitable for compact substations.

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Unique key procedure Internal arc resistance
If the cable compartment needs to be opened, a key Although the design virtually eliminates the chance of
procedure must be followed so that work on the cable an internal arc, the system has been fully tested at
is always done when the cable is safely earthed. To do KEMA in accordance with IEC 60298 appendix AA.
this, the cables of the relevant field must be earthed MMS can also be equipped with an arc detection
using the integrated earthing switch and the short- system. In the event of an open arc, this minimises
circuit-proof vacuum circuit-breaker. The cable damage to the switchgear and the substation building.
compartment of the relevant field can then be safely The MMS can also be supplied with an additional
opened using the released unique key of the circuit- busbar system safeguard in the form of upstream
breaker and earthing switch in the “on” position. blocking, whereby if an open arc occurs, the circuit-
breaker of the incoming feeder panel is switched off
As an alternative to this key procedure, it is also super-fast, which reduces even further the duration of
possible to opt for an operating switch that can be the arc and any resultant damage.
locked with a padlock. Here, cable release takes place
remotely using the integrated cable earthing procedure.
Before the cable compartment can be opened, the
secondary circuit of the relevant field must be
switched off and the operating switch must be
padlocked in the ‘off’ position.

Arc detection system.

Operating switch with padlocking feature (optional).

Ergonomic user interface

Innovac MMS is an electrically operated system, which
makes it ideal for remote operation. In this case all
secondary equipment is powered by a local auxiliary
supply unit The design of this type of system is always
based on a very high level of availability, which is
achieved by, for example, making these systems
redundant. If, despite all these precautions, these
facilities do break down, an MMS installation can still
be operated safely. The emergency operation of the
disconnectors, circuit-breaker and earthing switch has a
clear and ergonomically designed user interface, with
the emphasis on the safe operation of the MMS
installation.
Ergonomic user interface for emergency operation.

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 State-of-the-art technology
MMS has a long economic and technical life. This is a
reflection of the way it has been developed and
manufactured. Besides the use of epoxy resin, vacuum
technology and electrical field control, the development
of MMS also involved the most innovative design
techniques. This has resulted in an installation with a
minimum number of parts, which significantly reduces
the chance of faults occurring.

The latest design methods employed in the

development of MMS include DFA, simulation ABB type REF protection relay. Siemens type Siprotec protection relay.
techniques and 3D design. All orders are processed
using modern logistical processes like ERP. Needless
to say, development and manufacturing is in
accordance with ISO 9001.

Exactly how you want it

Every application of this type of system is unique,
so Eaton Holec offers a large number of different
panel types and field versions. Thanks to the large
number of protection and control options you will
always be able to find an MMS installation that
conforms exactly to your specifications. The
extensive Innovac MMS range means that the
equipment can almost always be fitted into new
construction projects as well as refurbishment
projects. If, in due course, you want additional
capacity in the form of more panels, MMS can
easily be extended to the right or left while in
operation.

Designers working with an advanced 3D CAD system.

Electrical field of an MMS main busbar system.

Busbar connection.

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 Easy integration into
automated substations
An Innovac MMS system is easy to automate. This
system is ideally suited to an automated environment
and there is obviously a preference for international
standards such as the open control and communication
protocol in accordance with IEC 60870. MMS can
always be integrated into an existing automated
environment as well. As an independent partner, Eaton
Holec will be pleased to advise you on any matter,
whether it will be refurbishment or expansion of an
SEG type CSP 1-1-5 protection relay. Single line diagram with position indication. existing sub-station. We will be happy to submit a
tender for the entire project.

Inside of panel door with secondary and protection relay.

Innovac MMS was developed for application in an automated environment.

The MMS system can be read out and operated

without any problems using SCADA systems. Innovac
MMS also offers great flexibility with respect to
protection relay manufacturers. The equipment you
prefer can be integrated without any difficulty. The
system is also suitable for both serial field bus systems
and conventional wiring methods.

MMS has been EMC tested in accordance with the

applicable IEC standards.

Cable connection.

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 Complete MMS-switchgear for Turku Energia, Finland.

User friendly operation

Number one is a good, reliable installation. Number
two is an installation that is convenient and efficient to
operate. This second aspect does not always get the
attention it deserves, but at Eaton Holec it most
certainly does. Easy access to primary and secondary
cable connections helps to make the new MMS very
straightforward to connect. Connecting the cables is Duresca busbar connection.
very easy, with the open cable connection for
cable sockets or with the DIN standard cones for
T-connectors from various manufacturers (like
Raychem or Euromold, for example). Once the
installation is operational, the cables are readily
accessible for all kinds of purposes, such as
measuring, earthing, testing etc.

You can also choose from a number of different makes

of insulated busbar systems for connecting feeders to
transformers, for instance.

Innovac MMS is very easy to operate. The logically

arranged, user-friendly control panel and the newly
developed user interface for mechanical emergency
operation enable operators to do their job as effectively
as possible.

Euromold 24 kV cable connection with T-connectors.

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‘Fit and forget’
The overall cost throughout the entire service life of
equipment is becoming an increasingly important factor
in major investment decisions. Maintenance costs are
a significant element in this. Here too, Innovac MMS
excels. Our ‘fit and forget’ philosophy means that all
primary parts are maintenance-free for life. Similarly,
you need have no concerns for the moment about the
disconnector and circuit-breaker mechanisms, because
all MMS mechanisms are maintenance-free for the first
ten years. And after all, if there is any need for
inspection or maintenance, the well-designed Testing the LED voltage indication.
separation of the primary section and the mechanisms
makes the mechanisms safe and easy to reach through
the secondary compartment.

Vacuum technologie
The vacuum interrupters developed by Eaton
Holec are the very core of the Eaton Holec
vacuum circuit-breakers used in the Innovac
MMS system.

The vacuum circuit-breaker 1 4

The vacuum circuit-breaker was specially 2
developed by Eaton Holec and has the following 5
features:
• Small dimensions, takes up little space
• Explosion-free
• Suitable for numerous operations
• No external switching phenomena 1 Bellows
• Rapid dielectric recovery ensures circuit 2 Bellows shield
interruption at the first current-zero 3 Ceramic insulators
• Low maintenance requirements 4 Movable contact
• Long service life 5 Magnetic laminations

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 Technical data
Rated voltage kV 12 17.5 24
General
impulse withstand voltage kV 75 95 125
power frequency withstand voltage kV 28 38 50
rated frequency Hz 50 - 60 50 - 60 50 - 60
protection factor IP 3XD 1) 3XD 1) 3XD 1)
arc resistance 0.5s (optional 1s) kA 31.5 31.5 25

Busbar system
rated current A 2000/3150 2000/3150 2000
rated short-term withstand current kA - s 31.5 - 3 31.5 - 3 25 - 3
rated peak withstand current kA 80 80 63

Circuit-breaker
rated current A 3150 3150 2000
rated short-term withstand current kA - s 31.5 - 3 31.5 - 3 25 - 3
rated breaking current kA 31.5 31.5 25
DC component % 35 35 35
rated short-circuit making current kA 80 80 63

1) N.B.: A higher degree of protection is possible as an option.

Main dimensions and weights

D B
H

Double busbar installation Rated voltage Nominal current H (mm) B (mm) D (mm) 1) Weight per
(kV) (A) panel (kg)
Outgoing/incoming cable feeder panel
24 up to 800 2570 600 2165 - 2480 1) 725
24 1250 - 2000 2570 600 2165 - 2730 1) 1100
17.5 3150 2570 1000 2330 - 2730 1) 1500

Sectionalizer panel
24 max. 2000 2570 1400 2350 - 2500 2000
17.5 3150 2570 4000 2350 - 2500 1300

Buscoupler panel
24 max. 2000 2570 1000 2350 - 2500 1600
17.5 2500 2570 2000 2350 - 2500 1300
17.5 3150 2570 2000 2350 - 2500 1500

1) Depending on the number and type of cables.

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Quality
Eaton Holec Middenspanning has been meeting the
ISO 9001 and BS 5750 quality assurance requirements
since 1989. This quality assurance system calls for a
periodic evaluation of the organizational structure, the
assignment of responsibilities and the associated
procedures. It also guarantees corrective action and
activities when required. This keeps the quality assu-
rance system up to standard and enables adjustments
to be made and further development to take place
where necessary.

Standards
Innovac MMS complies with the following standards:
• IEC publication 60298 MMS complies with the
designation ‘Metal-clad’.
• Internal arc resistance: Innovac MMS has been fully
tested in accordance with IEC publication 60298,
appendix AA.
• Personal safety: Innovac MMS complies with IEC
publication 60529 (IP degree of protection). As far as
type testing is concerned, the system has of course
been fully certified by KEMA.

All the medium voltage components used in the

system comply with the following standards:
• Circuit-breakers: IEC 60056
• Current transformers: IEC 60044-1
• Voltage transformers: IEC 60044-2
• Earthing switches and
disconnectors: IEC 60129
Innovac MMS is suitable for use in areas under normal
conditions as described in IEC publication 60694
section 2.1. Current and voltage need to be converted
for conditions other than these.

Panels

Cable feeder. Buscoupler. Sectionalizer. Direct busbar Direct busbar Upper busbar Upper busbar Lower busbar Lower busbar
connection connection connection connection connection connection
(upper busbar). (lower busbar). (installation A). (installation B). (installation A). (installation B).

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 Eaton Holec - your complete partner
Your order is in good hands with Eaton Holec. You can,
of course, purchase an MMS installation and take care
of the assembly and testing on location yourself.
A clear and comprehensive service manual tells you
everything you need to know. If, however, you do not
have your own technical department or you prefer to
outsource the commisioning and testing on site for
other reasons, you can call on the Holec Service
Organization. This organization’s wealth of experience
and expertise makes it a valuable partner for you to
have in-house. It has all the expertise, tools and test
equipment required.

You can also look to us for turnkey solutions. Eaton

Holec has a large number of specialists in all the
relevant fields and can take care of the entire project
for you, in close collaboration with your own
organisation and any other parties you may select.
Eaton Holec’s participation offers you the choices you
have a right to expect from an experienced partner.

Turnkey project at Essent in Emmen, The Netherlands.

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Application
The Eaton Holec Innovac MMS system is ideally suited
for use in switching and distribution installations in
distribution networks and as industrial and building site
switchgear. The system guarantees reliable switching,
protection, metering and distribution of electrical
energy.

The Innovac MMS system is used in distribution

networks in installations which are generally located
further up the network to the main plant, such as:
• Power plants
• Main distribution stations
• Heavy industries
• Airports

Innovac MMS, Nuon Amsterdam, The Netherlands.

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automation products and services. Through advanced product development, world-class manufacturing
methods, and global engineering services and support, Eaton's Electrical business provides customer-
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global leader in fluid power systems and services for industrial, mobile and aircraft equipment;
electrical systems and components for power quality, distribution and control; automotive engine air
management systems, powertrain solutions and specialty controls for performance, fuel economy and
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Eaton Holec medium voltage products in the energy chain,

from generation to supply to the consumer.

Power plants

Commercial buildings
1 2 3

Subdistribution stations
Main feeder 3 5
stations 3 5

Transformer Shops and

stations 1 2 offices

Process industry
2 3 4 5

Residential
applications
Industry
1 2 3 4 5
Eaton Electric N.V.
P.O. Box 23
7550 AA Hengelo
The Netherlands
Tel. : +31 74 246 40 10
Fax : +31 74 246 40 25
[email protected]

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