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TEL Vacuum Circuit Breakers

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Part 1:
Company profile
 Company history
1990 1992 1993 1994 1998
Tavrida Electric small but Mass production of Fundamental research in Mass production of surge Creation of Tavrida Electric
highly innovative company is vacuum circuit breakers. arc quenching in vacuum arrestors. Mechanical Plant.
formally registered. begins in Tavrida Electric R&D
center.
2001 2002 2003 2007 2008
Launch of regional branch in Launch of regional branch Mass production of Mass production of Medium One of the highest volume
Germany. in China. Establishment of vacuum automatic circuit Voltage switchgear. production facilities of
the Centre for Numerical reclosers. Tavrida Electric enters the medium
Simulation. As Tavrida Electric Export US and Canadian markets as voltage breakers in the
is established in Estonia. Tavrida Electric North world is
Europe Creation of Tavrida Electric America. opened in Yoshkar-Ola.
Switchgear factory in Tallinn.
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
One of the highest volume The company has Tavrida Electric is among the Mass production of Tavrida Electric starts
Southproduction
European America established top three world leaders by 38 kV automatic circuit implementation of Smart
facilities of control modules offices in 22 countries. medium-voltage circuit Reclosers. Grid projects based on
is opened in Molzino. breakers automatic circuit reclosers.
annual supply.

South Africa
 Tavrida Electric today

The headquarters in
North America Switzerland Russia

Europe China

South America Gulf countries

South Africa India

North Africa
South Africa
 Production line
Vacuum interrupters
o Soldered in a single step through a single-shot technique
o Bellows robot welding ensures superior reliability
o Welding robot is equipped with optical quality control system
o Two-fold acceptance testing
Microprocessor-based control devices
o Fully automated assembly line
o Quality control takes 60% of production time
o Lead-free soldering techniques
Indoor and outdoor switching modules
o Semi automated assembly line
o 6 automated test stages monitoring 16 key parameters
o Quality control after each consecutive assembly step

Medium Voltage Switchgear

o Fully automated line for production of steel parts
o Complete panel assembly
o Advanced, modular switchgear systems
 Solutions
Switchgear retrofit
o Plug and play solution
o Lowest capital investment
o Operational and maintenance costs minimization
o Safety and reliability improvement

Distribution network automation

o Power outage time reduction
o Operational and maintenance costs minimization
o Improvement of reliability indicators
o Implementation of Smart Grid solutions

Substation retrofit
o Unique size and weight outdoor switching modules
o Installation time minimization
o Turn-key solutions
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Part 2:
TEL Vacuum circuit breaker
Main features

Spring operated vacuum circuit breaker with

three linear motors mechanically interlocked by
common synchronizing shaft
Rec series automatic circuit
Three independent trip coils ensure reliable
recloser
tripping of the circuit breaker
Fast switching:
o Fault clearing and ATS: C 30ms, O 15ms
o Auto-reclosing: 0-0,3s-CO-10s-CO
Long mechanical and interrupting life:
o At rated current 30 000 CO cycles
o At rated breaking current 100 CO
Flexible mounting and interlocking interface
The smallest dimensions and lightest weight
available on the market
Fully type tested as per latest IEC 62271-100
 Technical specification
Parameter Value
Rated voltage, kV Up to 24
Rated frequency, Hz 50/60
75 (12 kV)
Rated impulse withstand voltage, kV
Rec series automatic circuit 125 (24 kV)
recloser
42 (12 kV)
Rated power frequency test voltage, 1 min dry, kV
50 (24 kV)
Rated data

Up to 2500 (12 kV)

Rated continuous current, A
Up to 1600 (24 kV)
Up to 31,5 (12 kV)
Rated symmetrical breaking current, kA
16 (24 kV)
Up to 31,5 (12 kV)
Rated short time (4s) withstand current, kA
16 (24 kV)
Rated making current peak, kA 40
Interrupting life, CO 30 000
Weight, kg 3355
Ambient temperature range, C -40+55
Humidity, % 98
 Core components
Primary part Indoor Switching Module (ISM)

Rec series automatic circuit

recloser

ISM LD type ISM Shell type ISM (modular concept example)*

*For integration into switchgear

Secondary part Control Module (CM)

CM16 Series
 Construction: ISM LD
Fixed contact Upper terminal

Rubber rings Ceramic insulator Vacuum Interrupter

Flexible terminal
Support insulator
Bellows Moving contact Drive insulator
Bottom terminal

Micro-switches
Upper yoke
Armature
Tripping coil
Opening spring Linear motor
Pressure spring
(closing spring)

Synchronizing
shaft Interlocking pin
Construction: ISM Shell
Mounting provisions
Fixed contact
Ceramic insulator Polymer housing
Bellows
Upper
Rec terminal
series automatic circuit
Support insulator recloser
Moving contact Vacuum Interrupter

Flexible terminal
Bottom terminal

Upper yoke Drive insulator

Tripping coil
Opening spring Linear motor
Pressure spring
(closing spring)
Armature Earthing terminal

Synchronizing shaft with

interlocking pin
Auxiliary circuits terminal
 Principle of operation

VCB is CLOSED
VCB is OPEN

Fastest circuit breaker on the market

Closing time less than 30 ms
Opening time less than 12 ms
Control module

Low power consumption:

o No more than 42 Watts during capacitors charging
o No more than 7 Watts in standby mode
Rec series automatic circuit
Optimal ISM control:
recloser
o One control module for ISM Shell and ISM LD type
o Reliable and fast operation through a wide range of
temperatures
Self-diagnostic functionality:
o Monitoring relays
o LED indication lamps
Compact dimensions and small weight
 Technical specification

Parameter
Rec series automatic circuit Value
recloser
Operating power supply voltage range, VAC/VDC 19265
100
Rated data

Maximum number operations per hour, CO

Standard operating duty cycle 0-0,3s-CO-10s-CO
Protection degree IP40
Dimensions, mm 165x165x45
Weight, kg 1,1
Ambient temperature range, C -40+55
Humidity, % 98
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Part 3:
Comparison of actuation mechanisms
 Technology comparison

Operation Spring operated VCB with Spring operated VCB

motor charging mechanism with three linear motors
Rec series automatic circuit
Mechanism recloser
Trigger Mechanism Trigger
Opening Opening spring Current impulse Opening spring Current impulse
Moving part of the linear
Closing Closing spring Current impulse Current impulse
motor and pressure spring
Spring charging Charging motor Voltage - -

Closing spring Charging motor Pressure (closing) spring

Opening spring Opening spring

Moving part of the linear motor

Same operation principle and less mechanical parts

= GREATER RELIABILITY!
 Advantages of linear motor technology
Spring operated vacuum circuit breaker with three linear motors
Simple and reliable mechanical construction
TEL circuit breaker

o Small number of parts

o Rec
Direct and linear series
mechanical automatic
operations circuit
o recloser
Three independent trip coils
o Maintenance free
o Compact dimensions and small weight
Linear motor consists of 5 parts!
Interrupting lifetime up to 50,000 CO

Spring operated vacuum circuit breaker with motor charging mechanism

Complex technology
Leading manufacturer

o Big number of parts (charging motor, gears, additional coils)

o Numerous mechanical parts moving in different directions
o Two coils
o Periodic maintenance required throughout its lifetime
o Large dimensions and small weight
More than 100 parts!
Interrupting lifetime 2,000 30,000 CO depending on the price level
 Advantages of linear motor technology
Spring operated vacuum circuit breaker with three linear motors
No need for additional power supply
TEL circuit breaker

o Auxiliary power supply shall be applied to the control module only

o Ultra-wide range of AC/DC input voltages from 85 V to 265 V

No added cost for auxiliary parts, installation and engineering!

Low probability of failure!

Spring operated vacuum circuit breaker with motor charging mechanism

Minimum 4 separate auxiliary supply circuits
Leading manufacturer

o Auxiliary supply for motor

o Auxiliary supply for trip circuit
o Auxiliary supply for close circuit
o Auxiliary supply for TCS relay

Added cost for auxiliary parts (wiring, MCBs, terminals), installation time, engineering!
Higher probability of failure associated with the larger number of circuits!
~
Per switchgear panel
 Advantages of linear motor technology
Spring operated vacuum circuit breaker with three linear motors
Low power consumption during operation
TEL circuit breaker

o No more than 7 W in standby mode (AC/DC)

o Rec
No more than 42 series
W when automatic
capacitors circuit
charging (AC/DC)
o Example: recloser
- Nominal power consumption of 1 switchgear panel ~ 50 W at 110 VDC

Power consumption of one switchgear panel equipped with TEL breaker is ONLY 50 W!

Spring operated vacuum circuit breaker with motor charging mechanism

High power consumption during operation
Leading manufacturer

o Charging motor rated power ~ 200 W (AC/DC)

o Charging motor power on inrush ~ 600 W (AC/DC)
o Example:
- Nominal power consumption of 1 switchgear panel ~ 240 W at 110 VDC

Power consumption is FIVE times more!

 Advantages of linear motor technology
Spring operated vacuum circuit breaker with three linear motors
Built in self-monitoring system Protective relay

Power supply
TEL circuit breaker

o Control module monitors all vital parameters of the circuit breaker:

Mechanical parts operability (magnetizing current measurement, Control module

Power supply
CB supervision
continuous monitoring of charging capacitors health)
Power supply status
CB
Overheating and more HV compartment

Check
Complete self-monitoring system with embedded TCS functionality!
Any failure of the circuit breaker will be identified BEFORE the protective relay operates!

Spring operated vacuum circuit breaker with motor charging mechanism

Power supply
Additional TCS relay for monitoring Protective

supplysupply
relay TCS relay
Leading manufacturer

Only health of the coil is monitored

Power supply

PowerPower
o
o Increased power consumption

Power supply
CB

HV compartment

No means to detect a mechanical failure of the circuit breaker!

Failure will be identified AFTER the protective relay operates!
 Advantages of linear motor technology
Spring operated vacuum circuit breaker with three linear motors
Optimal circuit breaker control
TEL circuit breaker

o Control module capacitors are charged by inbuilt DC converters which are microprocessor
controlled
o Capacitors create a special impulse with required current value, shape and duration to ensure
fast and reliable operation without overheating of the coil
o The electrical life of capacitors is long as they are not directly influenced by external voltages

Linear motor is isolated from power supply circuits and NOT exposed to external harmful
effects (overvoltage, EMI, voltage drop, short-circuits)!

Spring operated vacuum circuit breaker with motor charging mechanism

Increased probability of fault during operation
Leading manufacturer

o Power supply voltage is directly applied to the tripping coil

o In case of latched trip, continuous current is flowing through the trip coil causing overheating
followed by failure of the coil

Charging motor IS exposed to external harmful effects as it is

NOT isolated from power supply circuits!
Burned tripping coil is the most common cause of failure!
 Advantages of linear motor technology
Spring operated vacuum circuit breaker with three linear motors
Safe manual closing
TEL circuit breaker

o Easy operation with the aid of light and compact manual generator
o Distant closing ensures the highest level of safety to the operator
o Exceptional safety during operation of retrofitted switchgear panels

Operator is NOT directly exposed to the arc-flash hazard!

Spring operated vacuum circuit breaker with motor charging mechanism

Potentially hazardous manual closing
Leading manufacturer

o Risk of personal injury resulting from an internal arc flash

o Heightened danger during operation of retrofitted switchgear panels

Operator IS directly exposed to the arc-flash hazard!

 Advantages of linear motor technology
Spring operated vacuum circuit breaker with three linear motors
Operation through a wide range of temperatures
TEL circuit breaker

o -40+55C
o Reliable operation in unheated outdoor switchgears

Exceptional reliability in harsh environments!

Spring operated vacuum circuit breaker with motor charging mechanism

Narrow range of operation temperatures
Leading manufacturer

o -5+40C
o Circuit breakers application is limited and highly dependent on the ambient temperature

Inability to use in harsh environments!

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Part 4:
Where it works
 United Arab Emirates

Tavrida Electric supplied more than 400 switchgear panels (totally 109 substations!) for the
most luxurious and exclusive residential complexes in the United Arab Emirates. The core
component of the Mile switchgear is the withdrawable circuit breaker Shell type.
 United Arab Emirates

Plug and play retrofit based on the Shell type indoor switching module for replacement of
Hitachi obsolete circuit breaker for the largest distribution company in the United Arab
Emirates.
 Saudi Arabia

Tavrida Electric has designed a series of plug and play retrofit solutions for the Saudi Arabia
market to cover all possible applications and ensure easy replacement of obsolete circuit
breakers. Tavrida is also the leading suppler of retrofits and switchgear panels in other Gulf
countries such as Oman and Kuwait.
 Russia

Plug and play retrofit circuit breaker developed for the Russian market based on the LD
type indoor switching module. The circuit breaker is equipped with current and voltage
sensors (patented technology) engineered by Tavrida Electric. TEL is the undisputed leader
in the manufacturing of Medium Voltage indoor and outdoor switchgear in Russia.
 North Africa

Tavrida Electric Medium Voltage switchgear panels have been operating in the Giza
Pyramids since 2008. Tavrida Electric is the major supplier of circuit breaker, switchgear
panels and automatic circuit reclosers in Egypt and North Africa.
 Baltic countries

Tavrida Electric is the main supplier of Medium Voltage switchgear for transmission and
distribution substations in Latvia and Estonia. The core component of the Mile switchgear is
the withdrawable circuit breaker Shell type.
 Scandinavia and North Europe

Tavrida Electric is an active player in the Scandinavian market supplying switchgear panels,
indoor and outdoor switching modules to OEMs. In 2014 Tavrida Electric supplied 10
switchgear panels for the biggest plant for gas production in North Europe situated in
Finland.
 Poland

Poland is one of leading countries in the EU who are concentrated on expansion of the
distribution network considering distribution automation. More than 2,000 automatic
circuit reclosers 27 kV have been successfully installed in Poland. Tavrida Electric reclosers
utilize the LD type indoor switching modules
 North and South America

Tavrida Electric is one of the major suppliers of automatic circuit reclosers in USA, Canada,
Mexico and Brazil. More than 10, 000 recloser have been supplied since 2010 for the
largest distribution companies.
 Supply for OEMs all over the world

Tavrida Electric switching devices are used by local OEMs (Original Equipment
Manufacturers) for the most demanding applications where other manufacturers cant
provide the required level of performance. We annually supply more than 20, 000 circuit
breakers all over the world.
Thank you for your attention!