SecoGear 5kV - 15kV IEEE Metal Clad Switchgear
GE’s Industrial Solutions business is committed to our customers and channel partners by providing a reliable medium-voltage portfolio that helps protect and control electrical equipment in commercial applications worldwide.
Safety
- VCB cannot be racked in/out if the secondary disconnect is not connected
- Optional integral remote racking motor
- Electrical/Mechanical interlocks for VCB and LV compartments
- VCB restrictions plates to prevent improper breaker insertion
- Lifting device interlocks with section to assure safe transfer of breaker
- Ease of handling – breakers are ~100 lbs lighter than competitors offering
Reliability
- Combination of electrical/mechanical interlocks for VCB opening/closing and insertion/extraction
- Trip free and automatic spring discharge on breakers mechanism
- Mechanical position indicator to show VCB position
- Voltage transformer blown-fuse indication
- Breaker cannot be closed when it is in an undefined position with the compartment
- Breaker cannot be racked in until secondary disconnect plug is connected
Ease of Maintenance
- Front mounted, easily accessible operating mechanism
- Simplified operating mechanism with only ~86 parts
- Only 7 spare parts needed to completely refresh the VCB operating mechanism
- No special tools required for maintenance
- Integrated manual spring charging handle
