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Non-Segregated Phase 600V, 10 kV BIL – 5 kV, 60 kV BIL – 15 kV, 95 kV BIL – 27 kV, 125 kV BIL
Application Short Circuit Force Withstand Ability the bus bars together with splice plates on
Non-Segregated phase bus runs in 600V, each side. All joint surfaces are silver plated to
Non-segregated phase bus runs are de- 5 kV, and 15 kV are designed to withstand insure maximum conductivity through the
signed for use on circuits whose importance three-phase and phase-to-ground short cir- joint. After bolting, each standard joint is
requires greater reliability than power cables cuit current of 78 kA rms asym (132 kA peak) covered by a preformed, flame retardant insu-
provide. Typical of such applications are the for 10 cycles and 50 kA rms sym for 2 seconds. lating boot, providing full insulation for bus
connections from transformers to switchgear Momentary 4-cycle withstand ratings up to conductors. These boots are easily removable
assemblies in unit substations, connections 158 kA peak (98.8 kA rms asym) are for inspection of the joints at any future time.
from switchgear assemblies to rotating also available. For 27 kV non-segregated
appartus, and tie connections between phase bus runs, short circuit withstand Temperature Rise
switchgear assemblies. Non-segregated ratings of 64 kA rms asym (108 kA peak) for The bus will be capable of carrying rated
phase bus is an assembly of bus conductors 10 cycles and 40 kA rms sym for 2 seconds current continuously without exceeding a
with associated connections, joints, and are standard. conductor temperature rise of 65°C above an
insulating supports confined within a metal outside ambient temperature of 40°C, as
enclosure without interphase barriers. Construction required by ANSI Standard C37.23.
The conductors are adequately separated Enclosures are fabricated from 11 gauge
and insulated from each other and ground by steel, and are welded for maximum rigidity. Tests
insulating bus supports. Each conductor for Removable covers are secured with bolts for The design of non-segregated bus runs has
2400V service and above is insulated with a ease of access when making joints and sub- been tested per ANSI C37.23. Certification of
fluidized bed epoxy coating throughout sequent and periodic inspection. (Aluminum momentary current testing, impulse testing,
which reduces the possibility of corona and housings are also available.) and heat runs are available upon request.
electrical tracking.
Enclosures are painted with a baked-on poly- Seismic Application
Available Ratings ester powder coat paint system resulting in a Bus run assemblies are designed to meet
The metal-enclosed bus runs are designed very durable finish with uniform thickness Uniform Building Code (UBC) and California
for 600V, 5 kV, 15 kV, and 27 kV service in and gloss. This cosmetically pleasing finish Code Title 24 for Seismic Zones 4, 3, 2A, 2B,
accordance with ANSI C37.23. 600V, 5 kV, minimizes the risk of problems in harsh 1, and 0. Complete guidelines for proper
and 15 kV bus is available with continuous environments. The standard color is ANSI-61 supports are provided on each Seismic
current ratings of 1200, 2000, 3000, 3200 or light gray, and special paint colors are specified order.
4000 amperes. 27 kV bus is available in 1200 available upon request.
and 2000 amperes continuous ratings.
Flexible joints are supplied in all straight bus
Advantages runs at approximately 50 foot intervals to
allow for the expected expansion when the
Ease of Installation conductors are energized and are carrying
Because of its compact dimensions, relative rated current.
light weight, and user-friendly design,
non-segregated phase bus is easily installed. A variety of terminations is available to
The inherent rigidity of the design permits accommodate most termination require-
hanging rods to be spaced approximately ments. Bus runs can be terminated with
every four feet for indoor bus runs, and flexible shunts, potheads, porcelain bush-
allows supporting frames to be spaced ings, or conductor stub ends for connection
approximately every eight feet for outdoor to riser bars in switchgear assemblies.
runs. Standard length of bus run sections is
100 inches or less. Conductors
All conductors are 100% conductivity copper
bars. Bus joints are made by solidly bolting
Cutler-Hammer
C1-2 Busway
Medium-Voltage Busway May 2001
Dimensions
5.00
E
C
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B A D
Figure 1 Figure 5
8.00
E C
8.00
C
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B A
Figure 2 Figure 6
D Ampere System See Enclosure Conductor Dimensions for Bus Without Neutral Bar Weight
Rating Voltage Figures Material #/ph, cu A➄ B C D E per foot
Xenoy ➃
Bus C
Supports 1200 A, B, C 3, 6 Steel (1) 0.375 x 6 A 22.00 16.00 8.00 N/A 55 lbs.
D 1200 D 1, 5 Steel (1) 0.25 x 4 B 30.00 21.00 4.75 9.88 65 lbs.
2000 A, B, C 3, 6 Steel (1) 0.375 x 6 A 22.00 16.00 8.00 N/A 55 lbs.
2000 D 1, 5 Steel (1) 0.5 x 4 B 30.00 21.00 4.75 9.88 75 lbs.
Heater Ground Bus Bars
3000 A, B, C 4, 6 Aluminum (2) 0.375 x 6 A 22.00 16.00 8.00 N/A 75 lbs.
Removable
Wiring Bus Bottom 3200 A, B, C 4, 6 Aluminum (2) 0.375 x 6 A 22.00 16.00 8.00 N/A 75 lbs.
Covers 4000 A, B, C 4, 6 Aluminum (2) 0.5 x 6 B 30.00 21.00 10.50 N/A 100 lbs.
Figure 4