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Metal-Clad Switchgear—VacClad-W—Medium Voltage
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September 2011
Sheet 05 001
VacClad-W—Medium Voltage
Drawout Vacuum Breakers
Metal-Clad Switchgear— Contents
Metal-Clad Vacuum Breaker Switchgear—VacClad-W—Medium Voltage
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General Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.1-1 ii

5 and 15 kV Switchgear—36.00-Inch Wide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.1-4
5 kV Switchgear—26.00-Inch Wide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.1-8 1
27 kV Switchgear—36.00-Inch Wide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.1-9
38 kV Switchgear—42.00-Inch Wide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.1-10
Arc-Resistant Switchgear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.2-1
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Partial Discharge Sensing and Monitoring for Switchgear . . . . . . . . . . . 5.3-1
Technical Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.4-1 3
Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.4-1
Switchgear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.4-13 4
Standard Metal-Clad Switchgear Assembly Ratings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.4-15
Arc-Resistant Switchgear Assembly Ratings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.4-16
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Surge Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.4-17
Control Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.4-22
Control Schematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.4-24
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Relays—Device Numbers, Type and Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.4-26
Main-Tie-Main Arrangements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.4-29 7
Layout Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5-1
5 and 15 kV (Standard Metal-Clad) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5-1 8
27 kV (Standard Metal-Clad). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5-11
38 kV (Standard Metal-Clad). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5-15
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5 and 15 kV (Arc-Resistant Metal-Clad) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5-19
27 kV (Arc-Resistant Metal-Clad) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5-30
38 kV (Arc-Resistant Metal-Clad) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5-34 10
Arc Exhaust Chamber (Plenum) Room Layouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5-38
Transfer Switches—Medium Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . See Tab 12 11
Specifications
See Eaton’s Product Specification Guide, available on CD or on the Web. 12
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5.1-1
September 2011 Drawout Vacuum Breakers
Sheet 05 003
General Description
Application Description i
Eaton’s VacClad-W metal-clad
switchgear with Type VCP-W vacuum
breakers provides centralized control ii
and protection of medium voltage
power equipment and circuits in
industrial, commercial and utility 1
installations involving generators,
motors, feeder circuits, and transmis-
sion and distribution lines. 2
VacClad-W switchgear is available in
maximum voltage ratings from 4.76 kV 3
through 38 kV, and interrupting ratings
as shown below. VacClad-W offers a
total design concept of cell, breaker 4
and auxiliary equipment, which can be
assembled in various combinations to
satisfy user application requirements. 5
Two-high breaker arrangements
are standard up to 15 kV. One-high
arrangements can be furnished 6
when required.
Ratings 7
Maximum Voltages:
4.76 kV, 8.25 kV, 15 kV, 27 kV, 38 kV 8
Typical Indoor Assembly with a Breaker Withdrawn on Rails
Interrupting Ratings:
4.76 kV: Up to 63 kA 9
8.25 kV: Up to 63 kA Fixed
15.0 kV: Up to 63 kA Stem
27.0 kV: Up to 40 kA 10
38.0 kV: Up to 40 kA
Continuous Current—Circuit Breakers:
Contacts 11
1200A, 2000A, 3000A (5 and 15 kV)
4000A Forced cooled (5 and 15 kV) Bellows
1200A, 2000A, (27 kV) Shield 12
600A, 1200A, 1600A, 2000A,
2500A (38 kV)
3000A Forced cooled (38 kV) Movable
Stem
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Continuous Current—Main Bus:
1200A, 2000A, 3000A (5 and 15 kV)
Support Gasket Only
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4000A (5 and 15 kV) (Seal Formed by Bellows)
1200A, 2500A (27 kV)
1200A, 2000A, 2500A, 3000A (38 kV) VCP-W Breaker Element Cut-Away View of Vacuum Interrupter
(Enlarged to Show Detail)
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Note: Continuous currents above 4000A,
contact Eaton.
Advantages 16
Certifications Eaton’s Electrical Sector has been given to material quality and maximum
manufacturing metal-clad switchgear possible use was made of components
■ UL and CSA listings are available
for over 50 years, and vacuum circuit proven over the years in Eaton 17
breakers for over 30 years. Tens of switchgear.
thousands of Eaton vacuum circuit Maintenance requirements are
breakers, used in a wide variety of minimized by the use of enclosed
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applications, have been setting industry long-life vacuum interrupters. When
performance standards for years. maintenance or inspection is required,
the component arrangements and
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With reliability as a fundamental goal,
Eaton engineers have simplified the drawers allow easy access. VacClad-
VacClad-W switchgear design to mini- W’s light weight simplifies handling 20
mize problems and gain trouble-free and relocation of the breakers.
performance. Special attention was
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Drawout Vacuum Breakers September 2011
Sheet 05 004
General Description
Standards ■ All VCP-W circuit breakers are hori-

i Eaton’s VacClad-W switchgear meets 3-Phase Test zontal drawout design, which pro-
Source vides connect, test and disconnect
or exceeds ANSI/ IEEE C37.20.2 and (Low Voltage) position. A latch secures the breaker
ii NEMA® SG-5 as they apply to metal- Main Bus
in the connected and disconnected/
clad switchgear. The assemblies also
test position. 5/15/27 kV breakers
conform to Canadian standard CSA®-
can be fully withdrawn on extension
1 C22.2 No. 31-04, and EEMAC G8-3.2.
rails for inspection and maintenance
Type VCP-W vacuum circuit breakers
without the need for a separate lift-
meet or exceed all ANSI and IEEE BKR
ing device. 38 kV circuit breaker is
2 standards applicable to AC high
designed to roll directly on the floor
voltage circuit breakers rated on
symmetrical current basis. ■ All breaker functions, indicators
and controls are grouped on an
3 Seismic Qualification Shorting Bar easily accessible panel on front of
(Bolted Fault) the breaker
4 ■ Trip-free interlocks prevent moving
Figure 5.1-1. Metal-Clad Switchgear Short- a closed circuit breaker into or out
Circuit and Momentary Withstand Tests of the connected position
5 The short-time current withstand
■ Breaker cannot be electrically or
mechanically closed when in the
Refer to Tab 1 for information on tests demonstrate electrical adequacy intermediate position
of busses and connections against
6 seismic qualification for this and
physical damage while carrying the ■ Closing springs automatically
other Eaton products. discharge before moving the circuit
short-circuit current for a given duration.
The momentary current withstand tests breaker into or out of the enclosure
7 Metal-Clad Switchgear demonstrate the mechanical adequacy ■ Breaker frame remains grounded
Compartmentalization of the structure, busses and connec- during levering and in the
tions to withstand electro-magnetic connected position
8 Medium voltage metal-clad switchgear
forces with no breakage of insulation. ■ Coding plates are provided to ensure
equipment conforming to C37.20.2 is
a compartmentalized design, wherein It should be noted that design testing only correct breaker rating can be
of standard metal-clad switchgear does installed in cell
9 primary conductors are fully insulated
not involve any internal arcing faults.
for the rated maximum voltage of the ■ Quality Assurance Certificate is
assembly, and all major primary circuit included with each circuit breaker
10 components are isolated from each Features—Vacuum Circuit Breaker ■ Easy-to-see contact erosion indicator
other by grounded metal barriers. ■ High power laboratory tests prove is provided as standard on the
This type of construction minimizes VCP-W breakers are capable of 50 to vacuum interrupter moving stem.
11 the likelihood of arcing faults within 200 full fault current interruptions Only periodic visual inspection is
the equipment and propagation of ■ V-Flex (stiff-flexible) current transfer required to verify that the contacts
fault between the compartments from the vacuum interrupter have not worn out
12 containing major primary circuits. moving stem to the breaker primary ■ A simple visual means, T-cutout, is
The C37.20.2 metal-clad switchgear disconnecting contact is a non- provided to verify by simple visual
equipment is designed to withstand sliding/non-rolling design, which inspection that the loading springs
13 the effects of short-circuit current in eliminates maintenance required are applying proper pressure to the
a bolted fault occurring immediately with the sliding/rolling type transfer contacts when the breaker is closed
downstream from the load terminals arrangements. The V-Flex system ■ Corona-free design increases circuit
14 of the switchgear. The bolted fault provides excellent electrical and breaker reliability and in-service life
capability is verified by short-time and thermal transfer, and long vacuum by maintaining insulation integrity
momentary short-circuit withstand interrupter life.
15 current testing on complete switchgear, ■ Easy inspection and accessibility is
■ Vacuum interrupters with copper-
chrome contacts provide superior
as well as by fault making (close and afforded by a front-mounted stored dielectric strength and very low
latch) testing on the switching devices energy operating mechanism. The
16 as shown in Figure 5.1-1. same basic mechanism is used on
chop current
all ratings, which requires a minimum ■ High-strength, high-impact, track-
investment in spare parts resistant glass polyester on 5/15 kV
17 and cycloaliphatic epoxy on 27/38 kV
is used for primary insulation and
support as standard
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Sheet 05 005
General Description
Type VCP-W Vacuum Circuit Breakers i

Fixed
Glass Polyester
Stem
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Insulator
Front-Accessible Stored
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Vacuum Interrupter Contacts
Energy Mechanism
Pole Unit
Breaker Operations
Bellows
Shield
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Counter Manual Spring
Charging Port
Breaker Main Contacts
Open/Closed Status Movable 3
Spring Charged/ Stem
Discharged Status
Manual Push-to-Close 4
& Open Pushbuttons Support Gasket Only
(Seal Formed by Bellows)
Type VCP-W 5/15 kV Circuit Breaker Cut-away View of Vacuum Interrupter 5
(Enlarged to Show Detail)
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Primary Pole Unit
Disconnect
Vacuum
Epoxy Primary Interrupter 7
Insulator Disconnect Front-Accessible Located
Stored Energy Inside this
Mechanism Molded 8
Behind this Epoxy
Panel Housing
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Insulation
Shrouds
Control Panel 10
(Breaker
Functions and
Indicators)
Alignment 11
Rollers
Code Plates 12
Secondary Disconnect Breaker Wheel
Type VCP-W 27 kV Circuit
Breaker—Side View
Breaker—Front View
Breaker—Rear View
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Type VCP-W Circuit Breaker—Features 14
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V-Flex System Contact Erosion Indicator T-Cutout
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Drawout Vacuum Breakers—5 & 15 kV (36.00-Inch Wide) September 2011
Sheet 05 006
General Description—Switchgear
i Features—Switchgear Circuit Breaker Compartment ■ A silver-plated copper ground

bus provided on the levering pan
Assembly ■ The mechanism for levering the assembly is engaged by a spring
breaker is a unique cell mounted loaded ground contact on the circuit
ii VacClad is a Metal-Clad Design design. It incorporates all the safety
interlocks to render the breaker
breaker to ensure that the circuit
Eaton’s VacClad switchgear is an inte- breaker remains grounded through-
mechanically and electrically trip- out its travel
grated assembly of drawout vacuum
1 circuit breakers, bus and control
free during the levering procedure
devices coordinated electrically and

mechanically for medium voltage Type VCP-W Metal-Clad Switchgear Assembly (5/15 kV Shown)
2 circuit protection and control. The
metal-clad integrity provides maximum
circuit separation and safety.
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■ All circuit breakers are equipped
with self-aligning and self-coupling
4 primary and secondary disconnect-
ing devices, and arranged with
a mechanism for moving it
5 physically between connected
and disconnected positions
■ All major primary components, such
6 as circuit breaker, voltage trans-
former, control power transformer,
and buses are completely enclosed
7 and grounded by metal barriers.
A metal barrier in front of the
circuit breaker and auxiliary drawer
8 ensures that, when in the connected
position, no live parts are exposed
by opening the compartment door
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■ Automatic shutters cover primary
circuit elements when the remov-
10 able element is in the disconnected,
test or removed position
■ All primary bus conductors and Front View
11 connections are insulated with
track-resistant fluidized bed epoxy Automatic Steel Shutters
coating for rated maximum voltage
12 of the assembly
■ Mechanical interlocks are provided
to maintain a proper and safe
13 operating sequence
■ Instruments, meters, relays, second-
Secondary
ary control devices and their wiring
14 are isolated, where necessary, by
Disconnect
MOC & TOC
grounded metal barriers from all Switch (Optional)
primary circuit elements Ground Bus Under this Cover
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Levering Screw
VacClad is Corona Free Assembly Code Plates
16 Corona emissions within the standard Circuit Breaker Compartment
VacClad switchgear assemblies have
been eliminated or reduced to very Cell Studs
17 low levels by special fabrication and
assembly techniques, such as round-
ing and buffing of all sharp copper
18 edges at the joints, employing star Front-Accessible CTs
washers for bolting metal barriers,
and using specially crafted standoff Primary
19 insulators for primary bus supports. Insulating Tubes
By making switchgear assemblies
corona-free, Eaton has made its
20 standard switchgear more reliable.
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Circuit Breaker Compartment Shown with Shutters Opened for Illustration

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September 2011 Drawout Vacuum Breakers—5 & 15 kV (36.00-Inch Wide)
Sheet 05 007
Circuit Breaker Compartment ■ Control power transformer drawer ■ Grounding straps are provided
(Continued) is mechanically interlocked with in each drawer to automatically i
the transformer secondary main ground and discharge primary fuses
■ Each circuit breaker compartment breaker that requires the main when the drawer is withdrawn
is provided with steel shutters breaker to be opened, so that ii
(breaker driven) that automatically the primary circuit is disconnected
rotate into position to cover the only under no-load when the drawer
insulating tubes and stationary cell is withdrawn 1
studs to prevent accidental contact
with live primary voltage, when
the breaker is withdrawn from the Type VCP-W Metal-Clad Switchgear Assembly (5/15 kV Shown) 2
connected position
■ Current transformers installed
over the primary insulating tubes, VT Drawer 3
located behind the steel shutters, Extension Rail
are front accessible. Up to four
standard accuracy current trans- VT Secondary Fuses 4
formers can be installed per phase.
Front accessibility permits adding
or changing the transformers when CTP Drawer
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the unit is de-energized without CPT Secondary Breaker/
breaking high voltage connections
and primary insulation
Drawer Interlock 6
■ Code plates ensure that only correct CPT Secondary
breaker rating can be installed in cell Main Breaker 7
Auxiliary Compartments
5/15 kV VacClad design permits up to Drawout Auxiliaries 8
four auxiliary drawers in one vertical
unit (only two shown in the photo). VT Primary Extension Secondary CPT, Single-Phase Primary
These drawers can be used for installing Fuses Rail Terminals up to 15 kVA Taps 9
voltage or control power transformers,
or primary fuses. Each drawer can also
be configured for use as a battery tray. 10
■ Each auxiliary drawer is a horizontal
drawout design that can be fully 11
withdrawn on extension rails similar
to the breaker, thus allowing front
access to auxiliary equipment 12
to permit easy testing and fuse
replacement
■ A safety shutter (operated by 13
the drawer) is included in each
auxiliary drawer compartment.
It automatically operates when
2 or 3 VTs
CPT Primary
Fuse
Extension
Rail
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the auxiliary drawer is withdrawn
to protect workmen from accidental VT Drawer Shown Fully Withdrawn on Rails CPT Drawer Shown Fully Withdrawn on Rails
contact with the stationary primary 15
contacts Primary Fuse
Grounding Straps
■ Each auxiliary drawer can accom-
modate two voltage transformers,
(Attached to
Cell Frame)
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connected line-to-line (open delta);
three voltage transformers, con-
nected line-to-ground; or single- 17
Secondary Glass Polyester
phase control power transformer up Shutter Barrier
Disconnect
to 15 kVA, 15 kV with their associated
primary fuses. Three-phase control
Block 18
power transformer, or single-phase
transformers larger than 15 kVA
can be fixed mounted within the 19
structure, with their primary fuses
installed in the auxiliary drawer
Drawer to Cell Frame Space Heater
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Ground Contact (Optional for Indoor)
VT/CPT Compartment with VT/CPT Drawer Removed—Inside View
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Drawout Vacuum Breakers—5 & 15 kV (36.00-Inch Wide) September 2011
Sheet 05 008
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Rear Compartments Type VCP-W Metal-Clad Switchgear Assembly (5/15 kV Shown)
Rear of each structure is segregated
into main bus and cable compart- Customer’s
Cable Lugs (stress Power Cables
ii ments by grounded metal barriers,
as required for a given application.
cones not shown)
Access to main bus and power cable Metal Barrier Between

1 connections is provided from the rear Upper and Lower
through removable bolted covers or Compartment
optional rear hinged doors. Cable
2 trough (chimney) is provided to segre-
gate upper and lower compartment
power cables as required.
3 ■ All primary buses (main bus and
line and load runbacks) are 100%
conductivity copper, and insulated
4 for rated maximum voltage of the
assembly by flame retardant, track-
resistant fluidized epoxy coating.
5 The bolted bus joints are silver- or Breaker Shown in the Connected Position
optionally tin-plated for positive
contact and low resistance, with
6 each joint insulated with easily
installed boots. Bus supports
between the adjacent units are
7 made of high-impact, high-strength,
Surge Arresters
(Optional)
track-resistant glass polyester at 5
and 15 kV, and cycloaliphatic epoxy Cable Barrier
8 at 27 and 38 kV
(Chimney)
■ Adequate space is available for Pre-formed Insulating Boots

9 cable termination, bus duct connec- Around Bus Joints
tion, installation of zero sequence
Copper Bus, Insulated with
current transformers, and surge Fluidized Epoxy Coating
10 arresters. In two-high arrangement,
Rear View
power cables for each circuit are
separated by metal barriers
11 ■ A bare copper ground bus is pro-
vided in the rear of each structure,
which extend the entire length of
12 the switchgear Breaker Shown in the Test/
Disconnected Position
■ All control wiring is isolated
from primary circuit elements by
13 grounded metal-conduit or braided
Main Bus Support
Between Each
metal jacket, with the exception of Adjacent Unit
short lengths of wire such as at
14 instrument transformer terminals Copper Bus,
Silver or
(Optional)
15 Tin Plated
16 Fluidized
Epoxy
Coating
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18 Breaker Shown in the Fully

Withdrawn Position
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Main Bus Details
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5.1-7
September 2011 Drawout Vacuum Breakers—5 & 15 kV (36.00-Inch Wide)
Sheet 05 009
Roll-on-the-Floor Breaker Option i
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VCP-W Direct Roll-in Breaker with
Fixed Wheels
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Roll-on-the-Floor Switchgear Compartment 10

An optional direct roll-in breaker When using a 1200 or 2000A circuit
designed for use in upper and lower breaker in the lower compartment, the 11
compartment of 5/15 kV indoor and compartment above the breaker can
outdoor walk-in aisle switchgear is be left blank or used of auxiliaries,
available for all 5/15 kV VCP-W, VCP- such as VTs or single-phase CPT, or 12
WC and VCP-WG circuit breakers. primary fuses for three-phase or larger VCP-W Direct Roll-in Breaker with
Breaker is fitted with special wheel kit, than 15 kVA single-phase CPTs. When Swivel Wheels on Front
and compartment interface is modified using 3000A circuit breaker in the 13
to allow circuit breaker to be rolled lower compartment, the compartment
directly from the floor into the switch- above the breaker is left blank
gear compartment, or from switchgear for ventilation. The design is rated for 14
compartment onto the floor without application in Seismic Zone 4 environ-
a need for external lifting device ment. It can also be supplied with
or dolly. The circuit breaker can be UL or CSA label for certain ratings. 15
supplied with all four fixed wheels or Contact Eaton for ratings available
can be supplied with two swivel-type with UL/CSA label. The overall
wheels on the front and two fixed dimensions of the 5/15 kV indoor and 16
wheels on the rear. In 2-high outdoor walk-in aisle structures with
construction, the roll-on-the-floor the roll-on-the-floor breaker option are
breaker option is available for breakers the same as the standard structures 17
in upper or lower compartments, how- that use standard non roll-on-the-floor
ever, removal of upper breaker circuit breakers.
requires external lifter and lift pan, 18
which are optional accessories.
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Drawout Vacuum Breakers—5 kV (26.00-Inch Wide) September 2011
Sheet 05 010
General Description
i 26.00-Inch (660.4 mm) Wide Application Description 26.00-Inch (660.4 mm) Wide Low
Profile Model
5 kV 250 MVA Switchgear This narrow width VacClad-W MV
In addition to the floor space saving
Metal-Clad switchgear was designed
for use in instances where floor space offered by the standard 26.00-inch
ii requirements would not allow the (660.4 mm) wide model, a further
industry standard 36.00-inch (914.4 saving in the height and depth of the
mm) wide switchgear. Typical applica- switchgear is also available. Where
1 tions include not only new construc- height and depths are an issue, such as
tion but also replacement switchgear an outdoor powerhouse or in a mobile
power container, the standard 95.00-
2 for installations previously equipped
with 26.00-inch (660.4 mm) wide air- inch (2413.0 mm) high unit can be
break devices. This line of switchgear reduced to an 80.00-inch high (2032.0
mm), 72.00-inch (1828.9 mm) deep low
3 has also been used where 5 kV,
profile model. Main bus rating avail-
1200A, 250 MVA applications are
commonplace, such as generator able in the 80.00-inch (2032.0 mm) high
x 72.00-inch (1828.9 mm) deep low
4 and control applications.
profile model is limited to 1200A
Ratings maximum. It is not compatible in size
or location with standard 26.00-inch
5 The 26.00-inch (660.4 mm) wide (660.4 mm) wide or 36.00-inch (914.4
switchgear line is designed for use mm) wide, 95.00-inch (2413.0 mm)
with Eaton’s Type VCPW-ND “Narrow high VCP-W units.
6 Fully Withdrawn Breaker
Design” vacuum circuit breakers rated
4.76 kV, 60 kV BIL, 250 MVA, 1200A The low profile model is designed to
maximum, with rated main bus of house breaker over auxiliary or auxil-
7 1200 or 2000A. For installations requir- iary over breaker, or auxiliary over
ing 2000A main breakers with 1200A auxiliary. In order to provide maxi-
feeders, lineups can be built with mum vertical space for power cable
8 standard 36.00-inch (914.4 mm) wide terminations, auxiliary over breaker
main breaker cubicles and 26.00-inch configuration should be used for
(660.4 mm) wide feeders. customer’s top entrance cables, and
9 breaker over auxiliary configuration
Configurations should be used for customer’s bottom
entrance cables. Auxiliary compart-
10 26.00-Inch (660.4 mm) Wide Standard Model ments are designed to accommodate
The 26.00-inch (660.4 mm) wide design one or two auxiliary drawers. That is,
is flexible. Available configurations up to four auxiliary drawers can be
11 include breaker over breaker, one or two installed in an auxiliary over auxiliary
auxiliary drawers over breaker, breaker configuration. A set of two line-to-line
over one or two auxiliary drawers, or or three line-to-ground connected
12 up to four auxiliary drawers in one voltage transformers, or a single-phase
Automatic Shutters vertical section. The standard height control power transformer up to 15 kVA
and depth are 95.00-inch (2413.0 mm) can be installed in each auxiliary
13 and 96.25-inch (2444.8 mm) respectively. drawer. Because of the reduced depth,
A breaker over auxiliary, or auxiliary control devices cannot be located
over breaker combination can be on breaker compartment door. All
14 supplied in reduced depth of 86.25-inch control devices should be located
(2190.8 mm). The depth of breaker on the auxiliary compartment doors.
over breaker combination can also Refer to Pages 5.5-9 for available
15 be reduced to 86.25-inch (2190.8 mm) configurations, dimensions and weights.
if power cables for top breaker enter
For all 26.00-inch (660.4 mm)
16 from the top and the cables for bottom
wide configurations, multifunction
breaker enter from the bottom.
microprocessor-based relays and
The main bus location and connections meters, such as Eaton’s Digitrip® 3000
17 in the standard 95.00-inch (2413.0 mm) and IQ meters are recommended for
high 26.00-inch (660.4 mm) wide design reduced panel space.
are 100% compatible with standard
18 95.00-inch (2413.0 mm) high 36.00-inch
(914.4 mm) wide vertical sections. As a
Fused PT Drawer result, additions to existing Eaton 5 kV,
19 250 MVA 36.00-inch (914.4 mm) wide
VCP-W installations can be simply and
rapidly performed without costly system
20 modifications and transition sections.
Refer to Pages 5.5-7 and 5.5-8 for
available configurations, dimensions
21 and weights.

5.1-9
September 2011 Drawout Vacuum Breakers—27 kV (36.00-Inch Wide)
Sheet 05 011
General Description
27 kV Metal-Clad Switchgear ■ Each auxiliary drawer can accommo- Epoxy Primary

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date two voltage transformers con- Insulator Disconnect
nected line-to-line, or three voltage
Application Description transformers connected line-to-
Eaton’s 27 kV nominal metal-clad ground, which can be withdrawn for ii
switchgear is used for applications at easy maintenance and replacement
system voltages higher than 15 kV, up of primary fuses
to and including 27 kV. It is designed ■ When required by an application, 1
for use with Type VCP-W, horizontal a single-phase control power trans-
drawout vacuum circuit breakers. former up to 37.5 kVA, or a three-phase
control power transformer up to 2
Ratings 75 kVA can be fixed mounted in the
■ Maximum rated voltage: 27 kV rms front bottom compartment, with the
Note: Eaton tested to 28.5 kV. primary fuses in an auxiliary drawer 3
■ BIL withstand: 125 kV peak located in the upper compartment.
When the control power transformer is
■ Maximum symmetrical interrupting: located remotely from the switchgear, 4
16 kA, 22 kA, 25 kA, 40 kA rms but fed through primary fuses located
■ Continuous current: in the switchgear, the fuses are
Circuit breakers—1200A, 2000A installed in an auxiliary drawer. The 27 kV VCP-W Circuit Breaker—Side View 5
Switchgear main bus— primary fuse drawer is key interlocked
One-high design: 1200A, 2000A with the control power transformer Draw-out
Two-high design: 1200A, 2000A, secondary main breaker to ensure Auxiliary Drawer 6
2500A, 2700A that it is opened first, and transformer
load is disconnected, before the fuse
Features and Configurations drawer can be withdrawn
7
27 kV metal-clad switchgear design ■ 27 kV metal-clad switchgear is available
is an extension of Eaton’s 5 and 15 kV in general purpose, ventilated, indoor 8
VacClad design. It has same footprint or outdoor aisleless type enclosure
and overall space envelop, and it ■ Two-high 27 kV arrangements with
incorporates all features and breaker-over-breaker are available in 9
advantages of the 5 and 15 kV VacClad indoor type enclosure
design, with the exception of some ■ Roll-on-the-floor configurations are
modifications required for 27 kV available 10
application.
■ Uses horizontal drawout type
VCP-W 125 kV BIL rated vacuum 27 kV Switchgear—Front View 11
circuit breakers
Surge Arresters
■ A cycloaliphatic epoxy insulation 12
material is used throughout the
switchgear housings and the circuit
breakers for phase-to-ground and Main Bus
Barrier
13
phase-to-phase primary bus sup-
ports. For decades, cycloaliphatic
epoxy insulation has demonstrated Split Rear
Covers
14
its outstanding electrical and
mechanical characteristics in harsh
Epoxy Bus
outdoor applications. The use of this Supports 15
insulation system with the 27 kV
design ensures a comfortable margin
of safety at higher voltages 16
■ All primary bus conductors are insu-
lated for full 28.5 kV by fluidized epoxy
coating. All buses are fabricated from 17
100% conductivity copper. Bus joints
are silver- or tin-plated as required, and
covered with pre-formed insulating 18
boots to maintain metal-clad integrity Fluidized Epoxy Coated Cu Bus
■ Available configurations include:
auxiliary over breaker, and auxiliary
27 kV Switchgear—Rear View 19
over auxiliary. Each auxiliary or breaker
requires one-half vertical space
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5.1-10
Sheet 05 012
General Description
i 38 kV Metal-Clad Switchgear ■ Easy inspection and accessibility is ■ All 38 kV circuit breakers are horizontal
afforded by front mounted stored drawout design, which provide
energy operating mechanism. The connect, test and disconnect position.
Application Description same basic mechanism is used on A latch secures the breaker in the
ii Eaton’s VacClad switchgear family is all ratings, which requires a mini- connected and disconnected/test
designed for use in applications with mum investment in spare parts position. The circuit breaker is
distribution voltages up to 38 kV maxi- designed to roll directly on the floor
1 mum. Typical applications include not
only new construction but also replace-
ment for older air-break, minimum oil
2 or SF6 switchgear. The circuit breaker Control
and switchgear will meet industry Compartment
requirements for greater safety, quality,
3 superior reliability and minimal main- Type VCP-W Roll-on
tenance while providing higher insulation the Floor Drawout
levels in less space than other breaker Circuit Breaker
4 types, thus reducing overall switchgear
size for significant space savings.
Breaker
5 Ratings Compartment
Door
■ Maximum rated voltage: 38 kV rms
6 ■ BIL withstand: 150 and 170 kV peak
■ Maximum symmetrical interrupting
with K = 1: 16 kA, 25 kA, 31.5 kA, Control Panel
7 40 kA rms, and 35 kA rms (21 kA (Breaker Functions
rating with K = 1.65) and Indicators)
■ Continuous current:
8 Circuit breakers—up to 2500A Contact Erosion
Indicator
Switchgear main bus—up to 3000A
9 Features—38 kV Secondary
Contact Block
Vacuum Circuit Breaker
10 ■ Corona-free design increases circuit
breaker reliability and in-service life Guide Rails Ensure
by maintaining insulation integrity Breaker/Cell Alignment
11 ■ Superior cycloaliphatic epoxy insu- Lift/Pull Handle Code Plates
lation—a void-free insulating mate- 38 kV Breaker—Fully Withdrawn
rial with outstanding electrical and
12 mechanical characteristics, such as
track resistance, dielectric strength, Pole Unit
and fungus resistance, even in Primary
13 harsh industrial environment— Disconnect
is used throughout the circuit
breaker as primary phase-to-phase
14 and phase-to-ground insulation Vacuum Interrupter
■ Axial-magnetic, copper-chrome Located Inside
this Molded
15 contacts are used in 38 kV vacuum Epoxy Housing
interrupters to provide superior
dielectric strength, better perfor-
16 mance characteristics, and lower
chop current
Insulation Shrouds
■ High power laboratory tests prove

17 VCP-W breakers are capable of 50 to
200 full fault current interruptions
■ V-Flex (stiff-flexible) current transfer
18 from the vacuum interrupter
moving stem to the breaker primary
disconnecting contact is a non-
19 sliding/non-rolling design, which
Alignment Rollers
eliminates maintenance required
with the sliding/rolling type transfer Breaker
20 arrangements. The V-Flex system Wheel
provides excellent electrical and
thermal transfer, and long vacuum
21 interrupter life 38 kV Breaker—Rear View

5.1-11
Sheet 05 013
General Description—38 kV Switchgear
Features—38 kV Vacuum Features—38 kV ■ Circuit breaker compartment is

Circuit Breaker (Continued) Switchgear Assembly designed to interface with Type i
VCP-W 38 kV circuit breaker. It
■ All breaker controls and indicators Like the circuit breaker described includes floor-mounted breaker
are functionally grouped on the above, the 38 kV switchgear assembly pan assembly (levering assembly) ii
front control panel and include: is a corona-free metal-clad design. with all safety interlocks required by
main contact status, closing spring It incorporates many features and the metal-clad design. Cell mounted
status, port for manual spring charg- advantages of 5, 15 and 27 kV VacClad guide rails accurately guide the 1
ing, close and trip button, and design, with additional modifications breaker into the cell during levering,
mechanical operations counter required for 38 kV application. and ensure correct alignment
■ Clearly visible contact erosion of the circuit breaker primary 2
■ Industry-leading cycloaliphatic disconnects with the cell primary
indicator on the front of the breaker epoxy supports are used for primary
■ Trip-free interlocks prevent moving contacts when breaker reaches
a closed circuit breaker into or out
phase-to-phase and phase-to-ground connected position 3
insulation throughout, providing
of the connected position ■ Coding plates are provided to
170 kV BIL and 80 kV (1 minute)
ensure only correct breaker rating
■ Breaker cannot be electrically or power frequency withstand capability
can be installed in the cell 4
mechanically closed when in the ■ All primary bus conductors are
intermediate position ■ Automatic steel shutters cover
insulated for full 38 kV by fluidized
■ Closing springs automatically epoxy coating. All buses are cell primary contacts when circuit 5
discharge before moving the circuit fabricated from 100% conductivity breaker is withdrawn from its con-
breaker into or out of the enclosure copper. Bus joints are silver- or nected position, to prevent persons
tin-plated as required, and covered from accidentally touching the 6
■ Breaker frame remains grounded stationary primary cell contacts.
during levering and in the with Eaton’s pre-formed insulating
boots to maintain metal-clad integrity Each shutter can be padlocked in
connected position
■ Coding plates are provided to
the closed or open position. It can
also be manually latched open as
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ensure only correct breaker rating Control Control
required for maintenance
can be installed in cell Compartment Devices
8
■ Quality Assurance Certificate is Shutter Primary
included with each circuit breaker Steel Latch Contact
Shutter (Manual) Housing 9
Provision for
Padlocking Shutter Steel
in Closed Position Shutters 10
11
12
Breaker Compartment
38 kV Switchgear—Control Compartment 13
Ground Secondary MOC Switch
Bus Disconnect Beneath this Cover 14
15
Stationary Shutter Steel
Primary Latch Shutter
Contacts (Manual)
Breaker Compartment (Shutter Shown
16
Open for Illustration)
17
Breaker Levering TOC
Pan Assembly Switch 18
MOC
Switch
38 kV Switchgear—Circuit Breaker
Guide
Rail
19
Compartment Racking Code
Guide
Screw and Plates
Rail
Moving 20
Breaker Pan Block Provision for
Assembly Assembly Padlocking
Breaker Levering Pan Assembly 21

5.1-12
Sheet 05 014
Features—38 kV Switchgear Assembly (Continued) breaker such that the access to

i the drawer levering mechanism is
Fuse Drawer Position Levering Access blocked until the secondary main
Indicator Viewing Window breaker is opened
ii VT/CPT Primary Fuse
Levering Access Drawer Assembly 38 kV, 150 kV BIL Design
■ This design is similar to 38 kV, 170
1 kV BIL design described previously,
except main bus is oriented differ-
ently and the design is provided
2 with drawout VT with integral fuses,
and front accessible CTs. Each 38 kV
150 kV BIL indoor structure is 42.00-
3 inch (1066.8 mm) wide x 95.00-inch
(2413 mm) high x 124.36-inch
4 (3158.8 mm) deep. The 150 kV BIL
assembly uses the same 38 kV
circuit breakers as in 170 kV BIL
5 assemblies. The breakers are
interchangeable between the
two designs
6 ■ Voltage transformers are equipped
with integral top-mounted primary
fuses and installed in an auxiliary
7 Hinged Door Door-Cell Interlock Assembly Fuse Pull-out Knobs compartment. Two auxiliary com-
VT/CPT Primary Fuse Drawer (Shown with Door Open) partments can be provided in one
vertical section. Each auxiliary com-
8 ■ A separate control compartment is inside the cubicle, with their primary partment can be supplied with 1, 2
provided for installation of protec- fuses installed in a drawout auxil- or 3 VTs, and can be connected to
tion, metering and control devices. iary drawer bus or line, as required for a given
9 No devices are located on circuit
breaker compartment door
■ Each primary fuse drawer is provided application. The VTs assembly is
with a levering mechanism for located behind a fixed bolted panel,
■ Rear of the switchgear is divided in moving the drawer within its com- and provided with mechanism for
10 main bus and cable compartments, partment between connected and moving it between connected and
isolated from each other by grounded disconnected positions, with the disconnected position. The VT
metal barriers. Sufficient space compartment door closed. The assembly is interlocked with the
11 is available for customer’s top or levering mechanism is mechanically fixed bolted panel such that the
bottom entry power cables. Bus duct interlocked with the compartment panel cannot be removed unless the
terminations can also be supplied. door such that the door cannot be VTs are withdrawn to disconnected
12 A bare copper ground bus is opened, and access to the primary position. A shutter assembly covers
provided along the entire lineup, fuses cannot be gained, until the the primary stabs when VTs are
with an extension in each cable drawer is levered out to the discon- withdrawn to disconnected position.
13 compartment for termination of nected position. A colored flag visible A mechanism is also provided to
power cable shields through a small viewing window on automatically discharge VT primary
the compartment door indicates the fuses as the VTs are withdrawn from
14 38 kV, 170 kV BIL Design position of the drawer inside the connected to disconnected position
■ Line side current transformer bush- compartment as follows: ■ Ring type current transformers
ings are included as standard. Bus ❑ Red Color—drawer is in the fully are installed over bus or line side
15 side current transformer bushings connected position primary insulating bushings, located
are only included when bus side ❑ Green Color—drawer is in the fully behind the steel shutters, in the
current transformers are supplied disconnected position breaker compartment. In this design,
16 the CTs are easily accessible from
■ Ring-type current transformers are ❑ Orange Color—drawer is
installed over bus or line side primary the front, after removal of the circuit
in-between connected and breaker. The front accessibility
17 insulating bushings as required. disconnected position permits adding or changing the CTs
They are accessible from the rear
■ Also provided are grounding straps when the equipment is de-energized,
of the unit. Maximum two sets of
to automatically discharge the fuses but without removal of high voltage
18 standard accuracy or one set of high
as they are pulled from the fuse joints or primary insulation. The
accuracy current transformers can
holders design allows installations of two
be installed on the bus side; and
■ On VT fuse drawers, a cell switch sets of standard or one set of high
19 three sets of standard accuracy or
automatically disconnects the accuracy CTs on each side of the
one set of standard, and one set of
high accuracy transformers can be secondary circuit before the primary circuit breaker
fuses are disconnected as the ■ As of this update, the 38 kV, 150 kV
20 installed on the line side
drawer is withdrawn BIL design cannot be supplied for
■ Voltage and control power trans-
formers (VTs and CPTs), when ■ On CPT fuse drawers, the compart- applications that require a CPT, or
21 required, are stationary mounted ment door is key interlocked with primary fuse drawer for a remote
the CPT main secondary circuit CPT. Contact Eaton for availability

5.1-13
Sheet 05 015
Features—38 kV Switchgear Assembly (Continued)

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Enclosed Main
Bus Compartment
1
Bus Support—Epoxy
2
Customer’s Cable
Connections 3
Ground Bus 4
38 kV Switchgear Assembly—Rear View 5

Bus Support—Epoxy
6
10
11
12
Fluidized Epoxy Cu Bus, Silver- or
Coated Bus Tin-Plated at Joints
Main Bus
13
14
Cycloaliphatic
Epoxy Support
15
Power Cable Lug 16

Removable Insulating
Boots at Bus Joints 17
18
19
Ring Type Current
Transformers
20
Rear Compartment (Partial)
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5.2-1
September 2011 Arc-Resistant Switchgear
Sheet 05 017
General Description
Arc-Resistant Metal-Clad Eaton’s 5/15 kV switchgear is designed Circuit Breakers

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and tested for IEEE Type 2B accessibility,
Switchgear Medium Voltage and 27 and 38 kV switchgear is designed The Type VCP-W and VCP-WC vacuum
and tested to IEEE Type 2. circuit breakers, used in VacClad-W
arc-resistant switchgear, meet or ii
Arc-resistant features are intended to exceed all ANSI and IEEE standards
provide an additional degree of protec- applicable to AC high voltage circuit
tion to the personnel performing normal breakers rated on symmetrical current 1
operating duties in close proximity to basis, including but not limited to:
the equipment while the equipment C37.04, C37.06, and C37.09. Also avail-
is operating under normal conditions. able are type VCP-WG vacuum circuit 2
The normal operating conditions for breakers conforming to IEEE standard
proper application of arc-resistant C37.013 for AC high voltage generator
switchgear designs are as follows: circuit breakers. 3
■ All doors and covers providing Third-Party Certification
access to high voltage components
are properly closed and latched 5 and 15 kV arc-resistant metal-clad 4
switchgear assemblies can be provided
■ Pressure relief devices are free
with CSA (Canada or USA) or UL
to operate
(USA only) listing. Contact Eaton 5
■ The fault energy available to the for available ratings.
Arc-Resistant Switchgear equipment does not exceed the
with Plenum Installed rating of the equipment (short- Arc-Resistant Metal-Clad 6
circuit current and duration)
Application Description ■ There are no obstructions around
Switchgear
Eaton has been manufacturing arc- the equipment that could direct the Arc-resistant metal-clad switchgear 7
resistant metal-clad switchgear since arc fault products into an area also conforms to C37.20.2 and is tested
1990. Eaton was the first major North intended to be protected as such for short time and momentary
American manufacturer to design, test ■ The equipment is properly grounded short-circuit withstand for through 8
and manufacture arc-resistant switch- bolted fault as noted on Page 5.1-2. In
gear in accordance with EEMAC G14.1. The user should also refer to docu- addition, the enclosure is also tested in
We now offer Type 2 and 2B arc-resis- ments such as NFPA 70E, for safety accordance with IEEE guide C37.20.7 9
tant switchgear assemblies, designed training and safe work practices and for withstand against the effects of
and tested in accordance with the IEEE methods of evaluating safe work internal arcing faults as shown in
C37.20.7, with Type VCP-W drawout distances from energized equipment Figure 5.2-1. 10
vacuum circuit breakers. based on the potential flash hazard,
and use proper PPE when working on
Eaton’s VacClad-W metal-clad arc- or near energized equipment with the Three-Phase 11
resistant switchgear with Type VCP-W door/cover opened or not properly Test Source
vacuum circuit breakers can be Main (High Voltage)
secured.
configured in various combinations Bus
12
of breakers and auxiliaries to satisfy Standards
user’s application requirements.
One-high and two-high arrangements Switchgear Assembly 13
can be provided when required. Eaton’s VacClad-W metal-clad BKR
arc-resistant switchgear meets or
Arc-Resistant Switchgear— exceeds the following standards 14
Ground
Accessibility Types and test guides: Bus
Arc-resistant switchgear performance North American Documents 0.5 mm Dia. (24 AWG) Wire 15
is defined by its accessibility type
■ IEEE C37.20.2—Standards for Used to Initiate Arcing Fault
in accordance with IEEE test guide
Metal-Clad Switchgear
C37.20.7 as follows:
■ IEEE C37.20.7—Guide for Testing Figure 5.2-1. Arc-Resistant Switchgear 16
Type 1—Switchgear with arc-resistant Metal-Enclosed Switchgear for Enclosure Internal Arcing Short-Circuit
designs or features at the freely Internal Arcing Faults Withstand Test
accessible front of the equipment only. 17
Canadian Documents Internal arcing faults are those faults
Type 2—Switchgear with arc-resistant ■ CSA C22.2 No. 31-04—Switchgear occurring in air, phase-to-phase or
designs or features at the freely acces- Assemblies phase-to-ground, within the confines 18
sible exterior (front, back and sides) of of the switchgear enclosure. Arcing
■ EEMAC G8-3.2—Metal-Clad and
the equipment only. (Type 2 incorporates faults can occur within a switchgear
Station Type Cubicle Switchgear 19
Type 1.) compartment as a result of insulation
■ EEMAC G14-1—Procedure for
Type 2B—Switchgear with Type 2 failure or human error. The arcing fault
testing the resistance of metal-clad
produces a tremendous release of heat
accessibility plus arc-resistant in front switchgear under conditions of
energy at the point of the fault, which 20
of the instrument/control compart- arcing due to an internal fault.
ment with the instrument/control heats and expands the air volume
The G14-1 was the first North
compartment door opened. (Type 2B American testing guide introduced 21
incorporates Type 2.) in 1987

5.2-2
Arc-Resistant Switchgear September 2011
Sheet 05 018
General Description
within the enclosure, and may decom- ■ The structure roof, including the ■ A viewing window is provided on
i pose or vaporize materials exposed to pressure release flap vents, is drip the door and on front panel of the
an arc or involved in its path. The proof. The design is made strong such drawer to allow viewing of the drawer
effects of this type of fault vary that the roof can be “walked-on” position and the primary fuses
ii depending on enclosure volume, arc when the gear is completely de- ■ In 5/15 kV designs, each auxiliary
duration, arc voltage, and available energized (for example, during drawer can also accommodate a
short-circuit current. If the switchgear installation) single-phase CPT rated up to 15 kVA,
1 is not designed and tested to with- ■ Since arc pressure is vented out with primary fuses, or the drawer
stand effects of internal arcing faults, through the top of each individual can also be configured as a fuse
its parts could blow away along with vertical section, the equipment drawer with two or three primary
2 discharge of hot decomposed matter, damage is confined to individual fuses, and connected to a fixed
gaseous or particulate, causing injury structures, minimizing damage to mounted CPT (single-phase or
to personnel that may be present in its adjacent structures three-phase 45 kVA maximum) in
3 vicinity. Arc-resistant switchgear is the rear of the structure
designed to channel and control effects Circuit Breaker Compartment ■ In 27 kV designs, an auxiliary drawer
of the arcing fault and its enclosure is can be configured as a fuse drawer
4 tested for withstand against such fault ■ The levering mechanism is mechan-
with two primary fuses and con-
in accordance with IEEE guide C37.20.7. ically interlocked with the compart-
ment door such that the door cannot nected to a fixed-mounted CPT
5 be opened until the circuit breaker is (single-phase 25 kVA maximum)
Medium Voltage Vacuum Circuit in the rear of the structure
opened and levered out to the test/
Breaker Features and Ratings disconnect position. This interlock- ■ In 38 kV designs, fuse drawer can be
6 VacClad-W metal-clad arc-resistant ing ensures that the levering of the provided with two primary fuses
switchgear is designed for use with circuit breaker into or out from the and connected to a fixed-mounted
Eaton’s state-of-the-art medium volt- connected position is done with CPT (single-phase 25 kVA maximum)
7 age vacuum type VCP-W (standard compartment door closed and in the rear of the structure. Please
ANSI), VCP-WC (extra capability), and latched, with no exposure to note that in 38 kV designs, a fuse
VCP-WG (generator) circuit breakers. potential arc flash drawer requires a full vertical
8 Refer to Tables 5.4-1B, 5.4-2 and 5.4-3 ■ Easy access and viewing ports are section, because it occupies the
for complete list of available ratings. provided on the door to allow oper- same compartment space as
ator to carry out all normal functions required for a circuit breaker
9 Arc-Resistant Enclosure and with the door closed and latched,
Arc Exhaust with no exposure to potential arc Control Compartments
flash. Those functions include: The control compartment doors can
10 VacClad-W arc-resistant switchgear is Breaker levering, manual charging be opened to access control wiring
designed to withstand effects of inter- of closing springs, manual opening without having to de-energize the pri-
nal arcing faults up to its rated arc and closing of the circuit breaker, mary circuit. The control compartments
11 short-circuit current and duration. The viewing of open/close status of have been tested to provide arc-resistant
arc-withstand capability of the switch- the breaker main contacts, viewing protection with its door opened under
gear enclosure is achieved by use of of charged/discharged status of normal operating condition. Please
12 reinforced heavier gauge steel where the closing springs, viewing of note the control compartment door
needed, smart latching of doors and mechanical operations counter, should be opened only for access to
covers, and top-mounted built-in pres- and breaker position control wiring when needed, and
13 sure relief system. Following are stan-
should remain closed at all other times.
dard design features built into each Auxiliary Compartments
arc-resistant switchgear assembly.
14 VacClad arc-resistant 5/15 and 38 kV Relay Box on Breaker Compartment
■ The formed steel compartment designs permit maximum of two auxil- Door in 5/15 kV Switchgear
design provides sealed joints under iary drawers in one vertical section.
When needed for additional relays/
15 fault conditions. This prevents smoke
and gas from escaping to other
The 27 kV design permits maximum of
instruments/controls, a relay box
only one auxiliary drawer per vertical
compartments, a condition that can section. mounted on the breaker compartment
door provides ample space for individ-
16 occur with switchgear compartments
■ Each auxiliary drawer is equipped ual breaker relaying and controls.
designed with conventional flat
bolted panels with cell-mounted levering mecha- An access to control wiring or device
nism. The mechanism is mechanically terminals that are enclosed within the
17 ■ Integral, pressure release flap vents
interlocked with its compartment relay box does not require opening of
mounted on top of each individual the circuit breaker compartment door.
door such that the door cannot be
vertical section provide for controlled
opened and access to auxiliary
18 upward release of arc created over-
drawer cannot be gained until the Arc Exhaust Wall and Arc Exhaust
pressure, fire, smoke, gases and
drawer is first levered out to the dis- Chamber (Plenum)
molten material out of the assembly
connected position. This interlocking
19 without affecting structural integrity,
ensures that the levering of the Refer to Page 5.5-38.
and protect personnel who might
auxiliary drawer into or out from
be present in the vicinity of the
the connected position is done with
20 switchgear
compartment door closed and latched ,
with no exposure to potential arc flash
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5.2-3
Sheet 05 019
General Description
5/15 kV Arc-Resistant Switchgear i
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Front View—Type VCP-W 5/15 kV Arc-Resistant Switchgear 5/15 kV Auxiliary 5/15 kV Breaker
(Plenum Above the Switchgear Not shown) Over Auxiliary Over Breaker 6
10
Breaker Compartment Breaker Shown Fully VTs Drawer—Shown Fuse Drawer—Shown
Withdrawn on Fully Withdrawn Fully Withdrawn
Extension Rails 11
12
13
Ground Bus 14
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Rear View 5/15 kV VCP-W Rear View—Breaker Over Rear View—Bottom
Arc-Resistant Switchgear Breaker Cable Termination Cable Compartment
Note: Application layouts and dimensions—refer to Pages 5.5-19 to 5.5-29 and Pages 5.5-38 to 5.5-40.
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5.2-4
Sheet 05 020
General Description
i 27 kV Arc-Resistant Switchgear
ii
8 Front View—27 kV VCP-W Arc-Resistant Switchgear

(Plenum Above the Switchgear is Not Shown)
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11
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17 Typical 27 kV Cell—Controls in Top,

Breaker in the Bottom
Rear View—Typical 27 kV
Breaker Cable Termination
Note: Application layouts and dimensions—refer to Pages 5.5-30 to 5.5-33 and Pages 5.5-38 to 5.5-40.
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5.2-5
Sheet 05 021
General Description
38 kV Arc-Resistant Switchgear i
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38 kV Arc-Resistant Switchgear (Shown Without Circuit Breaker Compartment Circuit Breaker Compartment
Arc Plenum Above the Switchgear) Shown with Breaker Removed 7
9
Control
Compartment Main Bus Main Bus
Cover (Shown 10
with Cover
Removed)
11
VT Drawer
Primary Cable
12
Termination
13
14
15
16
Front View—VT Over VT VT Tray—Side View Rear Assembly
(Shown Removed)
Note: Application layouts and dimensions—refer to Pages 5.5-34 to 5.5-40. 17
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September 2011
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5.3-1
September 2011 Partial Discharge
Sheet 05 023
General Description
Partial Discharge Sensing and Monitoring for Switchgear i
ii
InsulGard Relay (PD Monitoring) 3

Partial discharges within the switch-
gear compartment are detected by 4
installation of a small donut type radio
frequency current transformer (RFCT)
sensor over floating stress shields of 5
the specially designed bus or line side
RFCT Sensor
primary bushings. Partial discharges
InsulGard Relay
in customer’s power cables (external 6
Partial Discharge Equipment discharges) are detected by installa-
tion of the RFCT around ground
Partial Discharge in Switchgear Sensing and Monitoring shields of the incoming or outgoing 7
Partial discharge is a common name for Eaton’s Type VCP-W metal-clad switch- power cables termination.
various forms of electrical discharges gear (2.4–38 kV) is corona-free by design.
such as corona, surface tracking, and Corona emissions within the standard In 38 kV switchgear (refer to Figure 5.3-3),
one RFCT sensor is installed around
8
discharges internal to the insulation. VacClad switchgear assemblies have
It partially bridges the insulation been eliminated or reduced to very primary bushing stress shield in every
between the conductors. These low levels by special fabrication and breaker compartment and supplied 9
discharges are essentially small arcs assembly techniques, such as rounding as standard for measurement of dis-
occurring in or on the surface of the and buffing of all sharp copper edges charges internal to the switchgear com-
insulation system when voltage stress at the joints, employing star washers partment. Its output is wired to terminal 10
exceeds a critical value. With time, for bolting metal barriers, and using blocks in control compartment for easy
airborne particles, contaminants and specially crafted standoff insulators access for periodic field measurements.
humidity lead to conditions that result for primary bus supports. By making It can also be connected directly to 11
in partial discharges. Partial discharges switchgear assemblies corona-free, optional InsulGard relay for continuous
start at a low level and increase as Eaton has made its standard switchgear monitoring of partial discharges.
more insulation becomes deteriorated. more reliable. However, as indicated Because one RFCT sensor is included 12
Examples of partial discharge in switch- above, with time, airborne particles, in 38 kV breaker compartment, Eaton’s
gear are surface tracking across bus contaminants and humidity lead to 38 kV switchgear is “PD Sensing Ready”
insulation, or discharges in the air gap conditions that cause partial discharges when received by the customer. 13
between the bus and a support, such to develop in switchgear operating at An additional RFCT sensor for each
as where a bus passes through an voltages 4000V and above. Type VCP-W incoming and outgoing power cable
insulating window between the sections switchgear can be equipped with circuits can be provided as an option for 14
of the switchgear. If partial discharge factory-installed partial discharge measurement of external discharges.
process is not detected and corrected, sensors and partial discharge sensing In 5/15/27 kV switchgear (refer to
it can develop into a full-scale insulation relay for continuous monitoring of the Figure 5.3-2), primary epoxy bushings
15
failure followed by an electrical fault. partial discharges under normal oper- with stress shield and RFCT sensors
Most switchgear flashover and bus ation. Timely detection of insulation for measurement of internal as well
failures are a result of insulation degradation through increasing partial as external partial discharges are
16
degradation caused by various forms discharges can identify potential prob- all optional. InsulGard relay is also
of partial discharges. lems so that corrective actions can be optional. When specified, one set of
planned and implemented long before primary epoxy bushings (located on
17
permanent deterioration develops. bus side) with stress shield and associ-
Partial discharge detection can be the ated RFCT sensor is provided at every
foundation of an effective predictive two vertical sections. An additional
18
maintenance program. Trending of RFCT sensor for each incoming and
partial discharge data over time allows outgoing power cable circuits can be
prediction of failures, which can be cor- provided as required. The RFCT output
19
rected before catastrophic failure occurs. signals can be connected directly to
The PD sensing and monitoring system InsulGard relay for continuous moni- 20
consists of Eaton’s InsulGard™ Relay toring of partial discharges or can be
and PD sensors specifically developed used for periodic field measurements.
for application in the switchgear to 21
work with the relay.

5.3-2
Partial Discharge September 2011
Sheet 05 024
General Description—Partial Discharge Sensing and Monitoring
i
Input
Temp Sensor Terminal InsulGard
Optional
ii Humidity Sensor
Block Relay
Modem
2
120 Vac
Auxiliary
3 Signals (up to 15 Total) from
PD Sensors (Coupling Capacitors,
Power Output
Alarm
RFCT Sensor, RTD Input, etc.) Status
4 Figure 5.3-1. InsulGard Relay System
7
RFCT #1 detects partial discharges internal to switchgear
8 compartment.
RFCT #2 detects partial discharges in customer’s cables up
to 100 ft from switchgear.
9
Figure 5.3-3. Typical Partial Discharge Sensor Connections
(38 kV Switchgear)
10
11
12
13
RFCT #1 detects partial discharges internal to switchgear
14 compartment.
RFCT #2 detects partial discharges in customer’s cables up
to 100 ft from switchgear.
15
Figure 5.3-2. Typical Partial Discharge Sensor Connections
16 (5–27 kV Switchgear)
Note: Use one set of epoxy bottles with ground stress shield on bus
side (either in the top or bottom compartment) at every two vertical
17 sections. Use standard bottles at all other locations.
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20
21

5.3-3
September 2011 Partial Discharge
Sheet 05 025
General Description—Partial Discharge Sensing and Monitoring
Partial Discharge Sensors and Monitoring for Switchgear

i
Radio Frequency Current Sensor (RFCT) Epoxy Bottles with Stress Shield
ii
3
PD Sensors
4
6
PD Sensors
PD Sensors are Installed 7
in Switchgear Cubicle
8
Figure 5.3-4. How the Process Works—Sensing and Data Collection
9
Pulse Repetition Rate (PPC)
5 10
4
11
3
2 12
1
0 13
Cub11
Cub12
Cub13
Cub14
Cub15
Cub16
Cub1
Cub2
Cub3
Cub4
Cub5
Cub6
Cub7
Cub8
Cub9
14
Relatively high Partial Discharge levels indicate problems
in older non-fluidized epoxy insulated MV bus. Problems 15
in cable terminations and in connected equipment can also
be revealed.
16
17
18
19
20
Figure 5.3-5. How the Process Works—Data Analysis and Report (Sample)
21

5.3-4
Communications and Supplemental Devices September 2011
Sheet 05 026
General Description—Communications, Protection and Supplemental Devices
i Integrated Monitoring removed from its connected position

only after the primary circuit in which
Protection and Control it is to be applied is completely
de-energized.
ii Communications System
Before using a dummy element, it is
Eaton’s Power Xpert® System Architec- recommended that each user develop
ture provides a fully scalable set of
1 hardware/software solutions that can
detailed operating procedure consis-
tent with safe operating practices.
be applied in varying levels of sophisti- Only qualified personnel should be
cation depending upon a customer’s
2 needs. This new architecture permits
authorized to use the dummy element.
backward communication compatibility Ground and Test Device
to existing Eaton and other third-party
3 equipment, as well as expanded The ground and test device is a drawout
functionality for new devices. element that may be inserted into a
metal-clad switchgear housing in
4 The Power Xpert System Architecture place of a circuit breaker to provide 5/15 kV Manual Type G&T Device
uses embedded Web server technology access to the primary circuits to permit
for ease of connectivity to Ethernet the temporary connection of grounds
5 Local and Wide Area Networks. The or testing equipment to the high-voltage
architecture includes Eaton’s Power circuits. High potential testing of cable
Xpert Meter, Power Xpert Gateways or phase checking of circuits are typical
6 and Power Xpert Software. Eaton’s tests which may be performed. The
selection matrix includes a number of devices are insulated to suit the voltage
deployment levels, from Web browser rating of the switchgear and will carry
7 based monitoring of a single Power required level of short-circuit current.
Xpert Meter, through fully customized
monitoring of Eaton and third-party Before using ground and test devices,
8 devices in a multi-site environment. it is recommended that each user develop
detailed operating procedures consis-
Medium voltage VacClad-W switchgear tent with safe operating practices. Only
9 is ideally suited for Eaton’s unique qualified personnel should be authorized
Power Xpert system incorporating to use ground and test devices.
PowerNet devices.
10 Refer to Tab 2 for more information on
Manual and electrical ground and test
devices are available, These devices
communication systems. include six studs for connection to
5/15 kV Manual G&T Device shown
11 primary circuits. On the manual device,
selection and grounding is accomplished with Upper Terminals Grounded
Protective Relays by cable or bus bars connection. On
12 A full scope of protective relays electrical-type devices, grounding is
designed to meet all application accomplished by an electrically
requirements is available to operated grounding switch.
13 provide the utmost in system Standard Accessories
and component protection. Refer
to Tab 4 for further information. ■ One test jumper
14 ■ One levering crank
■ One maintenance tool
Supplemental Devices ■ One lifting yoke (5–27 kV)
15 ■ One sets of rails (5–27 kV)
Dummy Element (Dummy Breaker)
■ One turning handle (5th wheel, 38 kV)
Dummy element is a drawout element
16 with primary disconnects similar to a Optional Accessories
drawout circuit breaker, but consists ■ Transport dolly (5–27 kV), (5–15 kV
of solid copper conductors in place of
17 vacuum interrupters, and is designed
arc-resistant)
for manual racking. it is typically used ■ Portable lifter (5–27 kV)
as drawout disconnect link in the ■ Test cabinet
18 primary system for circuit isolation or ■ Electrical levering device (5–38 kV) 5/15 kV Manual G&T Device shown
with Lower Terminals Grounded
bypass. The device is insulated to suit ■ Ramp for lower breaker (5–27 kV),
the voltage rating of the switchgear (5–15 kV arc-resistant)
19 and will carry required levels of short- ■ Manual or electrical ground and
circuit current, but it is not rated for test device
any current interruption. It must be
20 key interlocked with all source devices ■ Hi-pot tester
such that it can only be inserted into or
21

5.4-1
Sheet 05 027
Technical Data—Standard VCP-W Circuit Breakers
Discussion of changes in the The change in the K value, however, K = 1 ratings. As a leader in vacuum
Rated Voltage Range Factor, K, in no way affects the ratings and interruption technology, Eaton continues i
capabilities of circuit breakers originally to provide a wide choice of modern
or “K-factor” in Circuit Breaker tested and rated on the basis of K > 1 vacuum circuit breakers so that the
Rating Structure in the earlier editions of C37.06. Existing user can select the most economical ii
circuit breakers, with ratings based on circuit breaker that can satisfy their
In 1997 and 2000 editions of ANSI K > 1.0, are still perfectly valid, meet circuit switching application.
C37.06, under Table 1, preferred values the latest editions of the standards, 1
for the rated voltage range factor, K, and should be continued to be applied ■ Table 5.4-1A includes 5/15 kV circuit
were set to 1.0 for all indoor circuit as they have been in the past. The breakers rated on the basis of
breaker ratings. This was done because original K > 1.0 ratings are neither K = 1.0 in accordance with revised 2
interrupting capabilities of today’s “obsolete” nor “inferior” to the new ANSI standards
vacuum circuit breakers are better K = 1.0 ratings; they are just different. ■ Table 5.4-1B includes capabilities of
represented by K = 1.0. Unlike old
air-magnetic and oil circuit breakers,
The new 1997 and 2000 editions of traditional 5/15 kV circuit breakers 3
ANSI standard C37.06 still include the rated on the basis of K > 1.0
today’s vacuum breakers generally do earlier K > 1 ratings as Table A1 and
not require a reduction in interrupting ■ Table 5.4-1C includes 27/38 kV
current, as the operating voltage is
A1A. The change from K > 1.0 to
circuit breakers rated on the basis 4
K = 1.0 should be implemented by
raised to rated maximum voltage, manufacturers as they develop and of K = 1.0
for example from 11.5 kV up to 15 kV. test new circuit breakers designs. The ■ Table 5.4-2 includes circuit breaker 5
The interrupting capability of vacuum change does not require, recommend designs, rated on the basis of K = 1.0
circuit breakers is essentially constant or suggest that manufactures re-rate with “extra capabilities” for those
over the entire range of operating and re-test existing breakers to new applications whose requirements 6
voltages, up to and including its rated standard. And accordingly, Eaton go beyond what is usually
maximum voltage. The change was also continues to offer both circuit breakers experienced in normal distribution
made as a step toward harmonizing
preferred ANSI ratings with the
rated on the traditional basis of K > 1.0 circuit applications 7
just as thousands of those breakers ■ Table 5.4-3 includes circuit breakers
preferred ratings of IEC standards. It have been applied for variety of circuit for special generator applications
was further recognized that it is much
simpler to select and apply circuit
switching applications worldwide, and
also as Eaton develops new breakers,
8
breakers rated on the basis of K = 1.0. they are rated and tested to the new
9
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11
12
13
14
15
16
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Metal-Clad Switchgear—VacClad-W— Medium Voltage
5.4-2
Sheet 05 028
Table 5.4-1A. Available 5/15 kV VCP-W Vacuum Circuit Breaker Types Rated on Symmetrical Current Rating Basis, Per ANSI Standards (Rated K = 1.0)
i (Continued on next page)
Identification Rated Values
Drawout Circuit Insulation Level Short-Circuit Ratings (Reference C37.04-1999 and C37.06-2009 Except as Noted )
ii Breaker Type Transient Recovery Voltage
Lightning Impulse Withstand

Power Frequency Withstand
Parameters are Based on TD-4
Asymmetrical Interrupting
Symmetrical Interrupting
DC Component (% DC)
1
Short-Time Withstand
Maximum Voltage (V)
Continuous Current
Closing and Latching

Voltage (1.2 x 50 µs)
Power Frequency
TRV Rise Time (t3)
Interrupting Time
Voltage (1 min.)
(T2 = t3 x 1.137)
2
RRRV = uc/t3
Current (2.6 x I)
Current (It)
Peak Voltage
Time to Peak
Current (I)
(E2) = (uc)
Current
3
4 Units kV
rms
Hz kV
rms
kV
Peak
A
rms
kA
rms
% kA rms kA
asym Peak
rms kV
Peak
µsec µsec kV/
µsec
ms Cycles
(60 Hz)
sym Total
5 50 VCP-W 25 4.76 60 19 60 1200

2000
25 50 31 65 25 8.2 50 44 0.19 50 3
3000
6 50 VCP-W 40 4.76 60 19 60 1200
2000
40 50 49 104 40 8.2 50 44 0.19 50 3
3000
7 50 VCP-W 50 4.76 60 19 60 1200

2000
50 44 59 130 50 8.2 50 44 0.19 50 3
3000
50 VCP-W 63 4.76 60 19 60 1200 63 55 80 164 63 8.2 50 44 0.19 50 3
8 2000
3000
75 VCP-W 40 8.25 60 36 95 1200 40 50 49 104 40 14 59 52 0.27 50 3
9 2000
3000
75 VCP-W 50 8.25 60 36 95 1200 50 44 59 130 50 14 59 52 0.27 50 3
10 2000
3000
150 VCP-W 25 15 60 36 95 1200 25 50 31 65 25 28 75 66 0.42 50 3
11 2000 25.7 0.39
3000
150 VCP-W 40 15 60 36 95 1200 40 50 49 104 40 25.7 75 66 0.39 50 3
12 2000
3000
150 VCP-W 50 15 60 36 95 1200 50 44 59 130 50 25.7 75 66 0.39 50 3
13 2000
3000
150 VCP-W 63 15 60 36 95 1200 63 55 80 164 63 28 75 66 0.42 50 3
14 2000
3000
All circuit breakers are tested at 60 Hz; however, they can also be applied at 50 Hz with no derating.
15

4000A fan-cooled rating is available for 3000A circuit breakers.
Because the voltage range factor K = 1, the short-time withstand current and the maximum symmetrical interrupting current are equal to the rated
symmetrical interrupting current.

16 Based on the standard DC time constant of 45 ms (corresponding to X/R of 17 for 60 Hz) and the minimum contact parting time as determined from
the minimum opening time plus the assumed minimum relay time of 1/2 cycle (8.33 ms for 60 Hz).
The asymmetrical interrupting current, I total, is given by (It) = I x Sqrt (1 + 2 x %DC x %DC) kA rms asymmetrical total.
Duration of short-time current and maximum permissible tripping delay are both 2 seconds for all circuit breakers listed in this table, as required
17 in C37.04-1999, C37.06-2000 and C37.06-2009.
RRRV can also be calculated as = 1.137 x E2/T2.
These circuit breakers were tested to the preferred TRV ratings specified in C37.06-2000.
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5.4-3
Sheet 05 029
Table 5.4-1A. Available VCP-W Vacuum Circuit Breaker Types Rated on Symmetrical Current Rating Basis, Per ANSI Standards (Rated K = 1.0)
(Continued) i
Identification Rated Values
Drawout Capacitance Current Switching Capability Out-of-Phase
Circuit Breaker (Reference C37.04a-2003, C37.06-2009 and C37.09a-2005) Switching ii
Type Back-to-Back Capacitor Switching
Isolated Shunt Capacitor

1
Cable-Charging Current
Capacitor Bank Current

Mechanical Endurance
Continuous Current
Voltage = 1.44 x V
Inrush Frequency
Current = 0.25 x I
Operating Duty
Inrush Current
Bank Current
3
Units A
rms
Duty
Cycle
No-Load
Operations
Class A
rms
Class A
rms
Class A
rms
kA
Peak
kHz kV
rms
kA
rms
4

50 VCP-W 25 1200
2000
O—0.3s—CO—3m—CO 10,000 C2 3–10 C2 75–630
75–1000
C2 75–630
75–1000
6 0.8
0.5
7 6.3 5
3000 75–1600 75–1600 0.3
50 VCP-W 40 1200
2000
O—0.3s—CO—3m—CO 10,000 C2 3–10 C2 75–630
75–1000
C2 75–630
75–1000
6 0.8
0.5
7 10 6
3000 75–1600 75–1600 0.3
50 VCP-W 50 1200
2000
O—0.3s—CO—3m—CO 10,000 C2 3–10 C2 75–630
75–1000
C2 75–630
75–1000
6 0.8
0.5
7 12.5
7
3000 75–1600 75–1600 0.3
50 VCP-W 63 1200 O—0.3s—CO—3m—CO 10,000 C2 7.5–25 C2 75–630 C2 75–630 6 0.8 7 15.8
2000 75–1000 75–1000 0.5 8
3000 75–1600 75–1600 0.3
75 VCP-W 40 1200 O—0.3s—CO—3m—CO 10,000 C2 7.5–25 C2 75–630 C2 75–630 6 0.8 12 10
2000 75–1000 75–1000 0.5 9
3000 75–1600 75–1600 0.3
75 VCP-W 50 1200 O—0.3s—CO—3m—CO 10,000 C2 7.5–25 C2 75–630 C2 75–630 6 0.8 12 12.5
2000 75–1000 75–1000 0.5 10
3000 75–1600 75–1600 0.3
150 VCP-W 25 1200 O—0.3s—CO—3m—CO 10,000 C2 7.5–25 C2 75–630 C2 75–630 6 0.8 22 6.3
2000 C2 75–1000 C2 75–1000 0.5 11
3000 C1 75–1600 C1 75–1600 0.3
150 VCP-W 40 1200 O—0.3s—CO—3m—CO 10,000 C2 7.5–25 C2 75–630 C2 75–630 6 0.8 22 10
2000
3000
C2
C1
75–1000
75–1600
C2
C1
75–1000
75–1600
0.5
0.3
12
150 VCP-W 50 1200 O—0.3s—CO—3m—CO 10,000 C2 7.5–25 C2 75–630 C2 75–630 6 0.8 22 12.5
2000
3000
C2
C1
75–1000
75–1600
C2
C1
75–1000
75–1600
0.5
0.3
13
150 VCP-W 63 1200 O—0.3s—CO—3m—CO 10,000 C2 7.5–25 C2 75–630 C2 75–630 6 0.8 22 15.8
2000
3000
75–1000
75–1600
75–1000
75–1600
0.5
0.3
14
Each operation consists of one closing plus one opening.
All 40 and 50 kA circuit breakers exceed required 5000 no-load operations; all 63 kA circuit breakers exceed the required 2000 no-load ANSI operations.
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5.4-4
Sheet 05 030
Table 5.4-1B. Available 5/15 kV VCP-W Vacuum Circuit Breaker Types Rated on Symmetrical Current Rating Basis, Per ANSI Standards (Rated K > 1)
i Identification Rated Values Related Required Capabilities
Asymmetry Factor for VCP-W Breakers

Circuit Voltage Insulation Current Rated Transient Current Values
Breaker Type Level Recovery Voltage
ii
Rated Permissible Tripping Delay
Maximum Voltage Divided by K

Maximum 3-Second Closing and

Nominal 3-Phase MVA Class
Rated Voltage Range Factor

Sym. Short- Latching
Rated Short-Circuit Current

Inter- Time Capability
Rated Maximum Voltage
(at Rated Maximum kV)
Rated Interrupting Time

rupting Current (Momentary)
Nominal Voltage Class
Rated Reclosing Time

Capability Carrying
Rated Crest Voltage
Rated Time to Crest
Recovery Voltage
Rated Continuous
Capability
Current at 60 Hz
2 Voltage (1 min.)
Rate of Rise of
K Times Rated 2.7 K 1.6 K
Short-Circuit Times Times
Current Rated Rated
Short- Short-
Rated
3 Circuit Circuit
Current Current
V I E2 V/K KI KI 2.7 KI 1.6 KI
4 kV MVA kV
Class Class rms
K kV kV kA kV T2
rms Crest Amp rms Crest µS
Y
kV/µS Cycles Sec. ms
kV
rms kA rms kA rms
kA
Crest
kA rms S
asym.
50 VCP-WND 4.16 250 4.76 1.24 19 60 1200 29 8.9 50 0.2 5 2 300 3.85 36 36 97 58 1.2
5 250
50 VCP-W 4.16 250 4.76 1.24 19 60 1200 29 8.9 50 0.2 5 2 300 3.85 36 36 97 58 1.2
250 2000
6 3000
50 VCP-W 4.16 350 4.76 1.19 19 60 1200 41 8.9 50 0.2 5 2 300 4.0 49 49 132 78 1.2
350 2000
7 3000
75 VCP-W 7.2 500 8.25 1.25 36 95 1200 33 15.5 60 0.29 5 2 300 6.6 41 41 111 66 1.2
500 2000
3000
8 150 VCP-W 13.8 500 15 1.30 36 95 1200 18 28 75 0.42 5 2 300 11.5 23 23 62 37 1.2
500 2000
3000
9 150 VCP-W 13.8 750 15 1.30 36 95 1200 28 28 75 0.42 5 2 300 11.5 36 36 97 58 1.2
750 2000
3000
10 150 VCP-W 13.8 1000 15 1.30 36 95 1200 37 28 75 0.42 5 2 300 11.5 48 48 130 77 1.2
1000 2000
3000
11 For capacitor switching, refer to Tables 5.4-1A and 5.4-2. 3-cycle rating available, refer to Tables 5.4-1A and 5.4-2.
5 and 15 kV circuit breakers are UL listed. Tripping may be delayed beyond the rated permissible tripping delay
For three-phase and line-to-line faults, the symmetrical interrupting at lower values of current in accordance with the following formula:
12 capability at an operating voltage (K Times Rated Short-Circuit Current) 2
Isc =
V
(Rated Short-Circuit Current)
T (seconds) = Y ( Short-Circuit Current Through Breaker )
Vo The aggregate tripping delay on all operations within any 30-minute
13 But not to exceed KI. period must not exceed the time obtained from the above formula.
Single line-to-ground fault capability at an operating voltage For reclosing service, there is No derating necessary for Eaton’s
VCP-W family of circuit breakers. R = 100%. Type VCP-W breaker can
V
14 Isc = 1.15
Vo
(Rated Short-Circuit Current) perform the O-C-O per ANSI C37.09; O-0.3s-CO-15s-CO per IEC 56; and
some VCP-Ws have performed O-0.3s-CO-15s-CO-15s-CO-15s-CO; all
But not to exceed KI. with no derating. Contact Eaton for special reclosing requirements.
The above apply on predominately inductive or resistive three-phase For higher close and latch ratings, refer to Table 5.4-2.
15 circuits with normal-frequency line-to-line recovery voltage equal Included for reference only.
to the operating voltage. Asymmetrical interrupting capability = “S” times symmetrical
4000A continuous rating is available for 5/15 kV. 3000A continuous interrupting capability, both at specified operating voltage.
16 rating is available for 38 kV. Contact Eaton for details.

E2
RRRV = 1.137 ------
-
T2
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5.4-5
Sheet 05 031
Table 5.4-1C. Available 27/38 kV VCP-W Vacuum Circuit Breaker Types Rated on Symmetrical Current Rating Basis, Per ANSI Standards
i
Asymmetry Factor for VCP-W Breakers

Identification Rated Values Related Required Capabilities
Circuit Voltage Insulation Current Rated Transient Current Values
Rated Permissible Tripping Delay

Breaker Level Recovery Voltage
ii
Maximum Voltage Divided by K

Type Maximum 3-Second Closing and

Nominal 3-Phase MVA Class
Rated Voltage Range Factor
Rated Short-Circuit Current

Sym. Short- Latching
Rated Maximum Voltage
Inter- Time Capability
Rated Interrupting Time

(at Rated Maximum kV)
(Momentary) 1
Nominal Voltage Class
rupting Current
Rated Reclosing Time

Rated Crest Voltage
Capability Carrying
Rated Time to Crest
Recovery Voltage
Rated Continuous
Capability
Current at 60 Hz
Voltage (1 min.)
Rate of Rise of
K Times Rated
Short-Circuit
2.7 K
Times
1.6 K
Times
2
Current ➂ Rated Rated
Short- Short-
Rated
Circuit
Current
Circuit
Current
3
V I E2 V/K KI KI 2.7 KI 1.6 KI
kV MVA kV K kV kV kA kV T2 Y kV kA kA rms S 4
Class Class rms rms Crest Amp rms Crest µS kV/µS Cycles Sec. ms rms kA rms kA rms Crest asym.
270 VCP-W 27 — 27 1.0 60 125 1200 16 51 105 0.55 5 2 300 27 16 16 43 26 1.2

750 2000 5
270 VCP-W 27 — 27 1.0 60 125 1200 22 51 105 0.55 5 2 300 27 22 22 60 35 1.2
1000 2000
270 VCP-W 27 — 27 1.0 60 125 1200 25 51 105 0.55 5 2 300 27 25 25 68 40 1.2 6
1250 2000
270 VCP-W 27 — 27 1.0 60 125 1200 40 51 105 0.55 5 2 300 27 40 40 108 64 1.2
40 2000 7
380 VCP-W 34.5 — 38 1.0 80 170 1200 16 71 125 0.64 5 2 300 38 16 16 43 26 1.2
16 2000
380 VCP-W 34.5 — 38 1.65 80 170 1200 21 71 125 0.64 5 2 300 23 35 35 95 56 1.2 8
21 2000
380 VCP-W 34.5 — 38 1.0 80 170 1200 25 71 125 0.64 5 2 300 38 25 25 68 40 1.2
25 2000 9
380 VCP-W 34.5 — 38 1.0 80 170 1200 31.5 71 125 0.64 5 2 300 38 31.5 31.5 85 51 1.2
32 2000
2500 10
380 VCP-W 34.5 — 38 1.0 80 170 1200 40 71 125 0.64 5 2 38 40 40 108 64 1.2
40 2000

2500

11
For capacitor switching, refer to Table 5.4-2. 3-cycle rating available, refer to Table 5.4-2.
27 and 38 kV breakers are not UL listed. Tripping may be delayed beyond the rated permissible tripping delay
at lower values of current in accordance with the following formula:
For three-phase and line-to-line faults, the symmetrical interrupting
capability at an operating voltage
12
(K Times Rated Short-Circuit Current) 2
Isc =
V
T (seconds) = Y
( Short-Circuit Current Through Breaker )
Vo The aggregate tripping delay on all operations within any 30-minute 13
But not to exceed KI. period must not exceed the time obtained from the above formula.
Single line-to-ground fault capability at an operating voltage For reclosing service, there is No derating necessary for Eaton’s
Isc = 1.15
V
VCP-W family of circuit breakers. R = 100%. Type VCP-W breaker can
perform the O-C-O per ANSI C37.09; O-0.3s-CO-15s-CO per IEC 56; and
14
Vo
some VCP-Ws have performed O-0.3s-CO-15s-CO-15s-CO-15s-CO; all
But not to exceed KI. with no derating. Contact Eaton for special reclosing requirements.
The above apply on predominately inductive or resistive three-phase For higher close and latch ratings, refer to Table 5.4-2. 15
circuits with normal-frequency line-to-line recovery voltage equal Included for reference only.
to the operating voltage. Asymmetrical interrupting capability = “S” times symmetrical
4000A continuous rating is available for 5/15 kV. 3000A continuous
rating is available for 38 kV. Contact Eaton for details.
interrupting capability, both at specified operating voltage. 16
ANSI standard requires 150 kV BIL. All 38 kV ratings are tested to
E2 170 kV BIL.
RRRV = 1.137 ------
-
T2 Type 380 VCP-W 40 circuit breaker is not rated for rapid reclosing.
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5.4-6
Sheet 05 032
Technical Data—Extra Capability VCP-WC Circuit Breakers
Industry Leader VCP-WC ■ Higher voltage ratings with K=1 ■ Front, functionally grouped controls
i Introducing the VCP-WC extra capabil- ■ 3-cycle interrupting time and indicators
■ Higher switching life ■ Glass-polyester (5/15 kV), or epoxy
ity medium voltage drawout circuit
■ Designed and tested to ANSI
insulation (27/38 kV)
ii breaker. Designed to provide all the
industry-leading features expected of standards and higher ■ Front, vertically mounted stored
the VCP-W, plus extra capabilities for ■ WR fixed retrofit configuration
energy mechanism
available ■ Drawout on extension rails
1 those application requirements that go
■ Integrally mounted wheels
beyond what is usually experienced.
The performance enhancement fea- Vacuum Circuit Breaker Design ■ Quality Assurance Certificate
2 tures of the VCP-WC make it an ideal Leadership
choice for capacitor switching duty,
high altitude applications, transformer Eaton is a world leader in vacuum
interrupter and vacuum circuit breaker
3 secondary fault protection, locations
technology, offering VCP-WC with
with concentrations of rotating
machinery or high operating endur- extra capabilities without sacrificing
the proven features already standard
4 ance requirements, just to mention a
with other VCP-W circuit breakers.
few. Consider these capability
enhancements: Features such as:
5 ■ Definite purpose capacitor switching ■ Vacuum interrupters with
copper-chrome contacts
■ Higher close and latch
■ V-Flex non-sliding current
6 ■ Faster rate of rise of recovery voltage transfer system
■ Higher short-circuit current ■ Visible contact erosion indicators
■ Higher mechanical endurance ■ Visible contact wipe indicators
7 ■ Higher insulation level
The Type VCP-WC Breakers are not
Interchangeable with Standard VCP-W
Breakers. They are Equipped with Different
Code Plates and Taller Front Panels.
8
Table 5.4-2. Extra Capability Type VCP-WC Ratings (Symmetrical Current Basis), Rated K = 1
Identification Rated Values Mechanical
9 Circuit Voltage Insulation Current Maximum Rate of Capacitor Switching Ratings Endurance
Breaker Level Short-Circuit Current Permissible Rise of General Definite Purpose
Type Tripping Recovery Purpose
Back-to-Back
Delay Voltage
10 (RRRV)

Isolated
Shunt
Capacitor Switching
% DC Component (Idc)
Asym. Interrupting (It)

Maximum Voltage (V)
Voltage Range Factor
Capacitor
Interrupting Time
Continuous Current
Short-Time Current
Bank
Sym. Interrupting
11
Inrush Frequency
for 3 Seconds
Current
Voltage (1 min.)
Capacitor Bank
at Voltage (Isc)
Inrush Current
Capability
at 60 Hz
Current
12
kV K kV kV A kA rms % kA kA kA ms Seconds kV/µs A rms A rms kA kHz No-Load
13 rms rms Peak rms Total rms Peak rms Peak Operations
50 VCP-W 25C 5.95 1 24 75 1200 25 50 31 97 25 50 2.0 0.9 400 & 630 400 & 630 20 & 20 6.5 & 5.5 10,000
2000 75 36 0.9 1000 1000 18 2.7 10,000
14 3000 75 36 0.8 250 — — — 5,000
50 VCP-W 40C 5.95 1 24 75 1200 40 75 58 139 40 50 2.0 0.9 630 630 15 3.5 10,000
2000 0.9 1000 1000 18 2.7 10,000
3000 0.8 250 — — — 5,000
15 50 VCP-W 50C 5.95 1 24 75 1200 50 57 64 139 50 50 2.0 0.9 630 630 15 3.5 10,000
2000 57 64 0.9 1000 1000 18 2.7 10,000
3000 52 62 0.8 250 — — — 5,000
16 50 VCP-W 63C 5.95 1 24 75 1200
2000
63 62 83 175 63 50 2.0 1.1 250 200, 1600
200, 1600
7.7
7.7
465
465
10,000
10,000
3000 200, 1600 7.7 465 10,000
75 VCP-W 50C 10.3 1 42 95 1200 50 57 64 139 50 50 2.0 0.9 630 630 15 3.5 10,000
17 2000 57 64 0.9 1000 1000 18 2.7 10,000
3000 52 62 0.8 250 — — — 5,000
150 VCP-W 25C 17.5 1 42 95 1200 25 50 31 97 25 50 2.0 0.9 400 & 600 400 & 600 20 & 20 6.5 & 5.5 10,000
18 2000 75 36 0.9 1000 1000 18 2.7 10,000
3000 75 36 0.8 250 — — — 5,000
150 VCP-W 40C 17.5 1 42 95 1200 40 75 58 139 40 50 2.0 0.9 630 630 15 3.5 10,000
2000 0.9 1000 1000 18 2.7 10,000
19 3000 0.8 250 — — — 5,000
150 VCP-W 50C 17.5 1 42 95 1200 50 57 64 139 50 50 2.0 0.9 630 630 15 3.5 10,000
2000 57 64 0.9 1000 1000 18 2.7 10,000
250
20 150 VCP-W 63C 15 1 42 95
3000
1200 63
52
62
62
83 175 63 50 2.0
0.8
1.1 250
—
200, 1600
—
7.7
—
465
5,000
10,000
2000 200, 1600 7.7 465 10,000
3000 200, 1600 7.7 465 10,000
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5.4-7
Sheet 05 033
Technical Data—Extra Capability VCP-WC Circuit Breakers
Table 5.4-2. VCP-WC Ratings (Symmetrical Current Basis), Rated K = 1 (Continued)

Identification Rated Values Mechanical i
Circuit Voltage Insulation Current Maximum Rate of Capacitor Switching Ratings Endurance
Breaker Level Permissible Rise of
Type
Short-Circuit Current
Tripping Recovery
General Purpose Definite Purpose
ii

Delay Voltage Cable Isolated Back-to-Back
Power Frequency Withstand (RRRV) Charging Shunt Capacitor Switching
Current Capacitor
% DC Component (Idc)
1
Asym. Interrupting (It)

Maximum Voltage (V)
Voltage Range Factor

Bank
Interrupting Time
Continuous Current
Short-Time Current
Current
Sym. Interrupting
Inrush Frequency
for 3 Seconds
Voltage (1 min.)
Capacitor Bank
at Voltage (Isc)
Inrush Current
2
Capability
at 60 Hz
Current
kV K kV kV A kA % kA kA kA ms Seconds kV/µs A rms A rms A rms kA kHz No-Load
3
rms rms Peak rms rms rms Peak rms Peak Operations
Total
4
270 VCP-W 25C 27 1 60 125 1200 25 75 36 85 25 50 2.0 1.1 — 400 400 20 4.2 5,000
1600
31.5 50
270 VCP-W 32C 27 1 60 125 1200
1600
31.5 55 40 100 2.0 1.1 — 400 400 20 4.2 5,000
5
270 VCP-W 40C 27 1 60 125 1200 40 50 49 112 40 50 2.0 1.1 — 400 400 20 4.2 5,000
1600
380 VCP-W 16C 38 1 80 170 1200 16 75 23.3 50 16 50 2.0 0.7 50 250 250 20 4.4 10,000
6
2000 1.3 50 250 & 1000 250 & 1000 20 & 20 5 & 5
380 VCP-W 25C 38 1 80 170 1200 25 65 34.0 75 25 50 2.0 0.7 50 250 250 20 4.4 10,000
2000 1.3 50 250 & 1000 250 & 1000 20 & 20 5 & 5 7
380 VCP-W 32C 38 1 80 170 1200 33.1 57 42.5 91 31.5 50 2.0 0.7 50 250 250 20 4.4 10,000
2000 1.3 50 250 & 1000 250 & 1000 20 & 20 5&5
2500
3000FC
0.7
1.3
50
50
— —
250 & 1000 250 & 1000
—
20 & 20
—
5&5 8
380 VCP-W 40C 38 1 80 170 1200 40 63 53.5 107 40 50 2.0 0.7 50 10,000
2000 50 — — — —
2500
3000FC
50
50
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
9
Except as noted.

3 cycles. 10
Contact Eaton for higher RRRV or for more information.
4000A FC rating available.

Breaker tested to 2700A single bank switching for momentary load (thermal derating must consider harmonic content of current waveform).
Breaker tested to 1270A back to back switching for momentary load (thermal derating must consider harmonic content of current waveform).
11
C37.04.a-2003 Class C2 at 15 kV.

Close and Latch Current for 1200A Type 150 VCP-W 25C is proven at 15 kV. For sealed interrupters at high altitudes, switching voltage is not derated.
Capacitor Switching Ratings are proven at 15 kV. For sealed interrupters at high altitudes, switching voltage is not derated.
12
2.5 seconds.
1.6 second.
1 second. 13
2000A FC to 3000A.
2500A FC to 3000A.
Contact Eaton for capacitor switching ratings. 14
Note: 38 kV, 2500A and 3000A WC breakers are not rated for rapid reclosing.
15
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5.4-8
Sheet 05 034
Technical Data—Type VCP-WG and VCP-WRG Generator Circuit Breakers
Type VCP-WG Generator The VCP-WG (drawout) and VCP-WRG High Continuous Current Levels
i Circuit Breakers (fixed) circuit breakers meet, and even Generator circuit breakers must be
exceed, the rigorous service duty able to handle high continuous current
requirements for generator circuit levels without overheating. VCP-WG
ii applications as defined by IEEE. drawout circuit breakers are designed
Eaton’s VCP-WG and VCP-WRG to reliably operate up to 4000A with
natural air convection cooling, and up
1 generator breakers are available in
to 5000A with suitable enclosure fan
two frame sizes. The 29.00-inch frame
(29.00 inches wide with front cover on) cooling during overload conditions.
VCP-WRG fixed circuit breakers are
2 has ratings up to 15 kV, 63 kA and
designed to reliably operate up to
3000A (4000A with forced-air cooling).
The 31.00-inch frame (31.00 inches 6000A with natural air convection
cooling and up to 7000A with suitable
3 wide with front cover on) has ratings
enclosure fan cooling during overload
up to 15 kV, 75 kA and 4000A (5000A
with forced-air cooling). The 31.00- conditions.
4 inch frame is also available in a fixed Unique Fault Current Conditions
version with ratings up to 15 kV,
System-source (aka, transformer-fed)
75 kA and 6000A (7000A with forced-
faults (see Figure 5.4-1, fault location
5 VCP-WG Breaker (Front View) air cooling).
“a”) can be extremely high. The full
Count on Eaton’s innovative technology energy of the power system feeds the
to handle high continuous AC current fault, and the low impedance of the
6 and voltage, then safely switch fault current path does very little to
through extreme out-of-phase voltages limit the fault current. Eaton’s type
and high-stress asymmetrical currents VCP-WG Generator Circuit Breakers
7 using “clean and green” vacuum inter- are ideal for interrupting such high
ruption without fail for over 10,000 fault currents because they have
normal operations. demonstrated high interruption
8 ratings up to 75 kA, with high DC fault
Eaton’s VCP-WG generator circuit content up to 75%, as proven by high
breakers meet the strict service duty power laboratory tests.
9 requirements set forth by IEEE for gen-
erator circuit applications, including: Generator-source (aka, generator-fed)
faults, see Figure 5.4-1, fault location
10 ■ Generator circuit configuration “b”) can cause a severe condition
■ High continuous current levels called “Delayed Current Zero,” see
■ Unique fault current conditions Figure 5.4-2). The high ratio of induc-
11 VCP-WG Breaker (Rear View) ❑ Transformer-fed faults tive reactance to resistance (X/R ratio)
of the system can cause the DC com-
Why generator circuit breakers? ❑ Generator-fed faults ponent of the fault current to exceed
12 ■ Specially rated generator breakers ■ Unique voltage conditions 100%. The asymmetrical fault current
typically should be used on ❑ Very fast RRRV peak becomes high enough and its
generator applications 10,000 kW decay becomes slow enough that
13 and above
❑ Out-of-phase switching
the natural current zero is delayed
Generator Circuit Configuration for several cycles. The circuit breaker
■ A generator circuit breaker, properly
experiences longer arcing time and
14 rated and tested to the appropriate The transformer and generator can
be in close proximity to the circuit more electrical, thermal and mechani-
industry standard, can protect the
breaker. See Figure 5.4-1. Applications cal stress during the interruption. The
generator from damage, or even
IEEE standard requires verification that
15 complete failure, that could occur with high continuous current levels
require connections with large con- the circuit breaker can interrupt under
when feeding a faulted transformer,
ductors of very low impedance. This these severe conditions. Eaton’s
and also can protect the trans-
VCP-WG generator circuit breakers
16 former, in the event that a fault construction causes unique fault cur-
have demonstrated their ability to
should occur in the generator rent and voltage conditions as shown
in Figure 5.4-2. interrupt three-phase fault current
Generator circuits have unique levels up to 135% DC content under
17 characteristics that require specially delayed current zero conditions.
designed and tested circuit breakers. Generator High Voltage
The IEEE® developed the special Circuit Breaker Circuit Breaker
18 industry standard C37.013 and amend- “a” “b”
ment C37.013a-2007 to address these
characteristics. Eaton Corporation has
~
19 dedicated years of research, design, Generator Step-up
enhancement and testing to create Transformer
Eaton’s family of generator breakers.
20 Figure 5.4-1. Generator Circuit Application
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5.4-9
Sheet 05 035
Unique Voltage Conditions

i
Contact Parting
Generator circuits typically produce very
8
fast rates of rise of recovery voltage
Current
(RRRV) due to the high natural frequency pu
and low impedance and very low stray 6
ii
capacitance. VCP-WG generator circuit
breakers are designed to interrupt fault
current levels with very fast RRRV in 4
Idc
1
accordance with IEEE standard C37.013
and C37.013a. VCP-WG generator circuit
breakers have a distinct ability to perform
2
2
under out-of-phase conditions when
the generator and power system 0
voltages are not in sync. The voltages 3
across the open contacts can be as -2
high as twice the rated line-to-ground
voltage of the system. The IEEE standard 4
requires demonstration by test that the -4
generator circuit breaker can switch
under specified out-of-phase conditions.
5
-6
0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160
Versatility in Application
Eaton’s generator vacuum circuit Figure 5.4-2. Generator-Fed Faults Can Experience Delayed Current Zero, Where the High Inductance
6
breakers are available in drawout to Resistance Ratio of the System Can Cause the DC Component of the Fault Current to Exceed 100%
(VCP-WG) or fixed (VCP-WRG) config-
urations to provide for superior perfor- 7
mance and versatility. Many industrial
and commercial power systems now 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00
include small generators as a local
(254.0) (254.0) (254.0) (254.0) 8
source of power. New applications are 29.00 30.00 29.00 26.60
(736.6) (762.0) (736.6) (675.6)
arising as a result of the de-regulation
of the utility industry, and the con-
9
struction of smaller packaged power
plants. Eaton’s generator breakers
interrupt large short-circuit currents
31.40
(797.6)
31.20
(792.5)
10
in a small three-pole package.
Typical applications include: 11
■ Electric utilities: fossil, hydro and 24.60 24.60
wind power (624.8) (624.8)
12
■ Packaged power plants
29-Inch Frame Drawout VCP-WG 29-Inch Frame Fixed VCP-WRG
■ Industrial companies using
combined cycle/combustion 13
turbine plants
10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00
■ Government and military (254.0)
30.60
(254.0)
30.00
(254.0)
30.60
(254.0)
26.80*
14
■ Commercial institutions
(777.2) (762.0) (777.2) (680.7)
■ Petrochemical and process
industries 15
■ Forestry, pulp and paper
■ Mining, exploration and marine 39.60
(1005.8)
39.30
(998.2)
16
The VCP-WG is the world’s generator
circuit breaker for reliable and robust
power generation protection. 17
24.60 *6000 A has a depth of 28.50 (723.9)
(624.8) 18
31-Inch Frame Drawout VCP-WG 31-Inch Frame Fixed VCP-WRG
19
Figure 5.4-3. Type VCP-WG (Drawout) and Type VCP-WRG (Fixed) Circuit Breakers
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5.4-10
Sheet 05 036
5 kV Class Generator Circuit Breaker Ratings

i Table 5.4-3. Generator Circuit Breaker Types: VCP-WG (Drawout—DO) / VCP-WRG (Fixed—FIX)
Description Units Short-Circuit Current (Isc)
ii 50 kA 63 kA 75 kA
Maximum Voltage (V): 5 kV
Frame in Inches (mm) — 29.00 29.00 31.00 31.00 29.00 29.00 31.00 31.00 31.00 31.00
1 (see Figure 5.4-3 on Page 5.4-9) (736.6) (736.6) (787.4) (787.4) (736.6) (736.6) (787.4) (787.4) (787.4) (787.4)
Ratings Assigned — DO FIX DO FIX DO FIX DO FIX DO FIX
2 Continuous Current A rms 1200

2000
1200
2000
—
—
—
—
1200
2000
1200
2000
—
—
—
—
1200
2000
1200
2000
3000 3000 — — 3000 3000 — — 3000 3000
4000 4000 4000 4000 4000 4000 4000 4000 4000 4000
3 — — 5000 5000 — — 5000 5000 5000 5000
— — — 6000 — — — 6000 — 6000
— — — 6300 — — — 6300 — 6300
4 — — — 7000 — — — 7000 — 7000
Dielectric Strength
Power frequency withstand voltage kV rms 19 19 19 19 19 19 19 19 19 19
5 Lightning impulse withstand voltage kV peak 60 60 60 60 60 60 60 60 60 60
Interrupting Time ms 50 50 83 83 50 50 83 83 83 83
Closing Time ms 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47
6 Short-Circuit Current kA rms 50 50 50 50 63 63 63 63 75 75
Asymmetrical current interrupting capability % DC 75 75 75 75 75 75 75 75 63 63
Ref: Minimum opening time ms 30 30 54 54 30 30 54 54 54 54
7 Short-time current carrying capability kA rms 50 50 50 50 63 63 63 63 75 75
Duration of short-time current sec 3 3 2.3 2.3 3 3 1.4 1.4 1 1
Closing and Latching Capability kA peak 137 137 137 137 173 173 173 173 206 206
8 First Generator-Source Symmetrical
Current Interrupting Capability kA rms 25 25 25 25 31.5 31.5 31.5 31.5 40 40
First Generator-Source Asymmetrical
9 Current Interrupting Capability % DC 130 130 130 130 130 130 130 130 130 130
Second Generator-Source Symmetrical
Current Interrupting Capability kA rms — — 31.5 31.5 40 40 40 40 50 50
10 Second Generator-Source Asymmetrical
Current Interrupting Capability % DC — — 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110
Prospective TRV—Rate of Rise of Recovery
11 Voltage (RRRV) kV / µs 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0
Transient recovery voltage—Peak (E2 = 1.84 x V) kV peak 9.2 9.2 9.2 9.2 9.2 9.2 9.2 9.2 9.2 9.2
Transient recovery voltage—Time to Peak
12 (T2 = 0.62 x V) µs 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.1
Load Current Switching Endurance Capability Operations 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000
No-Load Mechanical Endurance Capability Operations 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000
13 Out-of-Phase Current Switching Capability kA 25 25 25 25 31.5 31.5 31.5 31.5 37.5 37.5
90º out-of-phase power frequency recovery
14 voltage ( = 1.5 x sqrt(2/3) x V) kV rms 6.1 6.1 6.1 6.1 6.1 6.1 6.1 6.1 6.1 6.1
90º out-of-phase inherent TRV—
Rate of Rise of Recovery Voltage (RRRV) kV / µs 3.3 3.3 3.3 3.3 3.3 3.3 3.3 3.3 3.3 3.3
15 Transient recovery voltage—Peak (E2 = 2.6 x V) kV peak 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13
(T2 = 0.89 x V) µs 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5
16 Ratings achieved using forced-air cooling by blowers in the enclosure.
TRV capacitors are required if RRRV is >0.5 kV/µs; or T2 is <65 µs.
Note: Rated frequency: 60 Hz.
17 Note: Standard operating duty: CO - 30 m - CO.
Note: Relevant Standard: IEEE standards C37.013-1997 and C37.013a-2007.
18 Note: Test certificates available.
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5.4-11
Sheet 05 037
15 kV Class Generator Circuit Breaker Ratings

Table 5.4-4. Generator Circuit Breaker Types: VCP-WG (Drawout—DO) / VCP-WRG (Fixed—FIX) (Continued)
i
Description Units Short-Circuit Current (Isc)
50 kA 63 kA 75 kA ii
Maximum Voltage (V): 15 kV
Frame in Inches (mm) — 29.00 29.00 31.00 31.00 29.00 29.00 31.00 31.00 31.00 31.00
(see Figure 5.4-3 on Page 5.4-9) (736.6) (736.6) (787.4) (787.4) (736.6) (736.6) (787.4) (787.4) (787.4) (787.4) 1
Ratings Assigned — DO FIX DO FIX DO FIX DO FIX DO FIX
Continuous Current A rms 1200
2000
1200
2000
—
—
—
—
1200
2000
1200
2000
—
—
—
—
1200
2000
1200
2000
2
3000 3000 — — 3000 3000 — — 3000 3000
4000 4000 4000 4000 4000 4000 4000 4000 4000 4000
— — 5000 5000 — — 5000 5000 5000 5000 3
— — — 6000 — — — 6000 — 6000
— — — 6300 — — — 6300 — 6300
— — — 7000 — — — 7000 — 7000 4
Dielectric Strength
Power frequency withstand voltage kV rms 36 36 36 36 36 36 36 36 36 36
Lightning impulse withstand voltage kV peak 95 95 95 95 95 95 95 95 95 95 5
Interrupting Time ms 50 50 83 83 50 50 83 83 83 83
Closing Time ms 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47
Short-Circuit Current kA rms 50 50 50 50 63 63 63 63 75 75
6
Asymmetrical current interrupting capability % DC 75 75 75 75 75 75 75 75 63 63
Ref: Minimum opening time ms 30 30 54 54 30 30 54 54 54 54
Short-time current carrying capability kA rms 50 50 50 50 63 63 63 63 75 75 7
Duration of short-time current s 3 3 2.3 2.3 3 3 1.4 1.4 1 1
Closing and Latching Capability kA peak 137 137 137 137 173 173 173 173 206 206
First Generator-Source Symmetrical 8
Current Interrupting Capability kA rms 25 25 25 25 31.5 31.5 31.5 31.5 40 40
First Generator-Source Asymmetrical
Current Interrupting Capability % DC 130 130 130 130 130 130 130 130 130 130 9
Second Generator-Source Symmetrical
Current Interrupting Capability kA rms — — 31.5 31.5 40 40 40 40 50 50
Second Generator-Source Asymmetrical
10
Current Interrupting Capability % DC — — 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110
Prospective TRV—Rate of Rise of Recovery
Voltage (RRRV) kV / µs 3.4 3.4 3.4 3.4 3.4 3.4 3.4 3.4 3.4 3.4 11
Transient recovery voltage—Peak (E2 = 1.84 x V) kV peak 27.6 27.6 27.6 27.6 27.6 27.6 27.6 27.6 30.9 30.9
(T2 = 0.62 x V) µs 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 12
Load Current Switching Endurance Capability Operations 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000
No-Load Mechanical Endurance Capability Operations 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000
Out-of-Phase Current Switching Capability kA 25 25 25 25 31.5 31.5 31.5 31.5 37.5 37.5
13
90º out-of-phase power frequency recovery
voltage ( = 1.5 x sqrt(2/3) x V) kV rms 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 18.4 14
90º out-of-phase inherent TRV—
Rate of Rise of Recovery Voltage (RRRV) kV / µs 3.3 3.3 3.3 3.3 3.3 3.3 3.3 3.3 3.3 3.3
Transient recovery voltage—Peak (E2 = 2.6 x V) kV peak 39 39 39 39 39 39 39 39 39 39 15
(T2 = 0.89 x V) µs 13.4 13.4 13.4 13.4 13.4 13.4 13.4 13.4 13.4 13.4
Ratings achieved using forced-air cooling by blowers in the enclosure. 16
TRV capacitors are required if RRRV is >0.5 kV/µs; or T2 is <65 µs.
Note: Rated frequency: 60 Hz.
Note: Standard operating duty: CO - 30 m - CO. 17
Note: Relevant Standard: IEEE standards C37.013-1997 and C37.013a-2007.
Note: Test certificates available.
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5.4-12
Sheet 05 038
Technical Data—Circuit Breakers
Type VCP-W Circuit Breaker Operating Times

i The closing time (initiation of close Figure 5.4-4 below shows the sequence
signal to contact make) and opening of events in the course of circuit inter-
time (initiation of the trip signal to con- ruption, along with applicable VCP-W
ii tact break) are shown in Table 5.4-5. circuit breaker timings.
Table 5.4-5. Closing Time and Opening Time
1 Rated Breaker Closing Time Opening Time Milliseconds
Control Voltage Rating Milliseconds Standard 5-Cycle Breaker Optional 3-Cycle Breaker
2 48V, 125V, 250 Vdc All 45–60 30–45 30–38

120V, 240 Vac All 45–60 — —
120V or 240 Vac capacitor trip All — 26–41 26–38
3 Optional—undervoltage trip release 48V, 125V, 250 Vdc All — 30–45 30–45
4
Clearing Time
5 Interrupting Time
Standard: 83 ms (5 Cycle)
Optional Available: 50 ms (3 Cycle)
6
Contact Parting Time
Maximum Contact Parting Time = 38 ms (2-1/4 Cycle) Based on Minimum Tripping
7 Delay Equal to 8 ms (1/2 Cycle)
Tripping Delay Time Opening Time Arcing Time

8 8 ms (1/2 Cycle) Minimum Delay 30–45 ms for 5 Cycle VCP-W 5–17 ms
2 sec = (120 Cycle) Maximum Delay 30–38 ms for 3 Cycle VCP-W
9 Protective Relay Auxiliary Relay Shunt Trip Mechanism

Operating Time Operating Time Operating Time Operating Time
10
Short- Rated Control Main Last
Circuit Voltage Energizes Contacts Pole
11 Begins Trip Coil Parts Clears
Figure 5.4-4. Sequence of Events and Circuit Breaker Operating Times

12 Times shown are based on 60 Hz.
% DC component capability (and asymmetry factor S) depend on the minimum contact parting time.
The % DC component capability is
50% (S factor
1.2) for all VCP-W circuit breakers.
13
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 Time (ms)
14
38 ms 12 ms 47 ms
52-1 Load 52-2 52-1 Opening Time Arcing Dead Time (With Arcing)
15 Time
7
ms 52 ms
16 52-2 Closing Time
Source #1 Source #2
52-1 “ ”
17 + Makes
59 ms
Transfer 52-1
Dead Bus Time (No Arcing)
18 Initiate b
Control Standard Approx. 100 ms
Supply ”b“ Contact
Total Transfer Time
19
Trip 52-1 Close 52-2 Transfer
Initiate
Signal
20 –
Figure 5.4-5. Typical Transfer Times —Fast Sequential Transfer

21 Times shown are based on 60 Hz.

5.4-13
Sheet 05 039
Technical Data—Circuit Breakers and Switchgear
Application Quick Check Rated Short-Time and Rated Continuous Current

See Table 5.4-7 for application of circuit Close and Latch Currents Because the effective resistance of i
breakers in a radial system supplied No derating is required for short time circuit conductors is less at lower
from a single-source transformer. and close and latch current at lower frequency, continuous current through
Short-circuit duty was determined using frequency. the circuit can be increased somewhat. ii
E/X amperes and 1.0 multiplying factor Table 5.4-8 provides nominal current
for X/R ratios in the range of 15 to 40. rating for VCP-W breakers when
operated at frequencies below 60 Hz. 1
Usual Service Conditions
Usual service conditions for operation Table 5.4-7. Radial System Application Information
of metal-clad switchgear are as follows: Source Operating Voltage
2
Transformer kV
■ Altitude does not exceed 3300 feet MVA Rating
(1000m)
Motor Load 2.4 4.16 6.6 12 13.8 27
3
■ Ambient temperature within
100% 0%
the limits of –30°C and +40ºC
(–22°F and +104°F) Up to Up to 50 VCP-W 50 VCP-W 150 VCP-W 150 VCP-W 150 VCP-W 270 VCP-W 4
■ The effect of solar radiation is not 5 7.5 250 250 500 500 500 750
(36 kA) (33.2 kA) (23 kA) (22.5 kA) (19.6 kA) (16 kA)
significant
7.5 10 50 VCP-W 5
Applications Above 3300 Feet (1006m) 10 10 350
(49 kA)
The rated one-minute power frequency
withstand voltage, the impulse withstand 10 12 6
voltage, the continuous current rating 12 15 50 VCP-W 75 VCP-W
350 500
and the maximum voltage rating must
be multiplied by the appropriate cor-
(46.9 kA) (41.3 kA) 7
rection factor in Table 5.4-9 to obtain 15 20
modified ratings that must equal or 20 150 VCP-W 150 VCP-W
exceed the application requirements. 25
750 750 8
(35 kA) (30.4 kA)
30 Breaker type and
Note: Intermediate values may be obtained
50 symmetrical interrupting capability 150 VCP-W 150 VCP-W 270 VCP-W
by interpolation.
at the operating voltage 1000 1000 1000 9
(46.3 kA) (40.2 kA) (22 kA)
Applications Above or Below 40°C Ambient 25 50
Refer to ANSI C37.20.2, Section 8.4 30 270 VCP-W
10
for load current-carrying capabilities 1250
under various conditions of ambient (25 kA)
temperature and load. Also includes 50VCPW-ND250. 11
Transformer impedance 6.5% or more. All other transformer impedances are 5.5% or more.
Applications at Frequencies Less Than 60 Hz
Rated Short-Circuit Current Table 5.4-8. Current Ratings Table 5.4-9. Altitude Derating Factors 12
Based on series of actual tests performed Rated Continuous Nominal Current at Altitude Above Altitude Correction Factor to
Current at 60 Hz Frequency Below 60 Hz Sea Level in be Applied to:
on Type VCP-W circuit breakers and
50 Hz 25 Hz 16 Hz 12 Hz Feet (m) Voltage Rated
13
analysis of these test data and physics
of vacuum interrupters, it has been Continuous
1200A 1243 1410 1519 1589 Current
found that the current interruption 2000A 2075 2374 2573 2703 14
limit for Type VCP-W circuit breakers 3000A 3119 3597 3923 4139 3300 (1006)
is proportional to the square root of (and Below) 1.0 1.0
the frequency. Table 5.4-6 provides Power Frequency and Impulse Withstand 4000 (1219) 0.98 0.995 15
derating factors, which must be applied Voltage Ratings 5000 (1524) 0.95 0.991
to breaker interrupting current at 6000 (1829) 0.92 0.987
No derating is required for lower
various frequencies. frequency. 6600 (2012)
7000 (2137)
0.91
0.89
0.985
0.98
16
Table 5.4-6. Derating Factors CTs, VTs, Relays and Instruments 8000 (2438) 0.86 0.97
Interrupting Current
Derating Factors
Application at frequency other than
9000 (2743)
10,000 (3048)
0.83
0.80
0.965
0.96
17
rated frequency must be verified for 12,000 (3658) 0.75 0.95
50 Hz 25 Hz 16 Hz 12 Hz each device on an individual basis. 13,200 (4023) 0.72 0.94
None 0.65 0.52 0.45 14,000 (4267) 0.70 0.935 18
16,000 (4877) 0.65 0.925
16,400 (5000) 0.64 0.92
18,000 (5486) 0.61 0.91 19
20,000 (6096) 0.56 0.90
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5.4-14
Sheet 05 040
Technical Data—Switchgear
Unusual Service Conditions Maintenance shall consist of adjusting, to rated continuous current at rated
i Applications of metal-clad switchgear cleaning, lubricating, tightening, etc., maximum voltage with power factor
at other than usual altitude or temper- as recommended by the circuit breaker between 80% leading and
ature, or where solar radiation is sig- instruction book. 80% lagging.
ii nificant, require special consideration. Continuous current switching assumes In accordance with ANSI C37.06, if a
Other unusual service conditions that opening and closing rated continuous short-circuit operation occurs before
may affect design and application
1 include:
current at rated maximum voltage with the completion of the listed switching
power factor between 80% leading and operations, maintenance is recom-
■ Exposure to salt air, hot or humid 80% lagging. mended and possible functional part
2 climate, excessive dust, dripping Inrush current switching ensures a
replacement may be necessary,
water, falling dirt, or other similar depending on previous accumulated
closing current equal to 600% of rated duty, fault magnitude and expected
conditions continuous current at rated maximum
3 ■ Unusual transportation or storage voltage with power factor of 30% lagging
future operations.
conditions or less, and an opening current equal
■ Switchgear assemblies when used
4 as the service disconnecting means Table 5.4-10. Breaker Operations Information
■ Installations accessible to the Circuit Breaker Ratings Maximum Number of Operations
5 general public Rated Rated Rated Between No-Load Rated Inrush
■ Exposure to seismic shock Maximum Continuous Short-Circuit Servicing Mechanical Continuous Current
■ Exposure to nuclear radiation Voltage Current Current Current Switching
6 kV rms Amperes kA rms, sym. Switching
Load Current Switching 4.76, 8.25, 15 1200, 2000 33 kA and below 2000 10,000 10,000 750
Table 5.4-10 showing number of 4.76, 8.25, 15 3000 All 1000 5000 5000 400
7 operations is a guide to normal main- 4.76, 15 All 37 kA and above 1000 5000 5000 400
tenance for circuit breakers operated 27 All All 500 2500 2500 100
under usual service conditions for most 38 All All 250 1500 1500 100
8 repetitive duty applications including Each operation is comprised of one closing plus one opening.
isolated capacitor bank switching and
shunt reactor switching, but not for Table 5.4-11. Heat Loss in Watts at Full Rating, at 60 Hz
9 arc furnace switching. The numbers
Type of Switchgear Breaker 1200A 2000A 2500A 3000A 4000A Fan
in the table are equal to or in excess Assembly Rating Cooled
of those required by ANSI C37.06.
10 VCP-W 5, 15, and 27 kV 600W 1400W — 2100W 3700W
VCP-W 38 kV 850W 1700W 2300W 3800W —
Other Components
11 Each CT, standard accuracy 50W
Each CT, high accuracy 100W
Each VT 60W
12 CPT single-phase, 25 kVA 450W
CPT single-phase, 45 kVA 892W
Space heater—each 250W
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
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5.4-15
Sheet 05 041
Technical Data—Assembly Ratings
Standard Metal-Clad i
Switchgear Assembly Ratings
VacClad-W metal-clad switchgear is ii
available for application at voltages up
to 38 kV, 50 or 60 Hz. Refer to the table
below for complete list of available 1
ratings.
Table 5.4-12. Standard VCP-W (Non-Arc-Resistant) Metal-Clad Switchgear Ratings Per IEEE C37.20.2-1999 2
Rated (Ref.) (Ref.) Insulation Level Rated Main Bus Rated Short-Time Rated Momentary
Maximum Rated Rated Power Lightning Continuous Current Short-Circuit Short-Circuit
Voltage Voltage Short- Frequency Impulse Current Current Withstand 3
Range Circuit Withstand Withstand Withstand (10-Cycle) (167 ms)
Factor Current Voltage, Voltage (2-Second)
K I 60 Hz,
1 Minute
[LIWV]
(BIL)
K*I 2.7 *K*I 1.6 *K* I
(Ref. only)
4
kV rms kA rms kV rms kV Peak Amperes kA rms Sym. kA Crest kA rms Asym.
4.76 1 25 19 60 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 25 68 40 5

1.24 29 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 36 97 58
1 40 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 40 108 64 6
1.19 41 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 49 132 78
1 50 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 50 135 80
1 63 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 63 170 101 7
8.25 1.25 33 36 95 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 41 111 66
1 50 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 50 135 80
8
15 1.3 18 36 95 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 23 62 37
1 25 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 25 68 40
1.3 28 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 36 97 58 9
1 40 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 40 108 64
1.3 37 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 48 130 77
1 50 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 50 135 80
10
1 63 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 63 170 101
27 1 16 60 125 1200, 2000, 2500, 2700 16 43 26 11
1 22 1200, 2000, 2500, 2700 22 60 35
1 25 1200, 2000, 2500, 2700 25 68 40
1 31.5 1200, 2000, 2500, 2700 31.5 85 51
12
1 40 1200, 2000, 2500, 2700 40 108 64
38 1 16 80 150 1200, 2000, 2500 16 43 26 13
1 25 1200, 2000, 2500 25 68 40
1 31.5 1200, 2000, 2500 31.5 85 51
1.65 23 1200, 2000, 2500 35 95 56 14
1 40 1200, 2000, 2500 40 108 64
170
38 1 16 80 1200, 2000, 2500, 3000 16 43 26
15
1 25 1200, 2000, 2500, 3000 25 68 40
1 31.5 1200, 2000, 2500, 3000 31.5 85 51
1.65 23 1200, 2000, 2500, 3000 35 95 56 16
1 40 1200, 2000, 2500, 3000 40 108 64
The switchgear assembly is designed for use with type VCP-W, VCP-WC and VCP-WG circuit breakers. However, please note that certain VCP-WC
circuit breakers may have higher capabilities than required by ANSI standards. In such cases, switchgear assembly ratings as given in this table 17
will apply.
Switchgear assemblies can be supplied with UL/CSA label. Contact Eaton for availability.
Circuit breaker requires forced air cooling to carry 4000A at 4.76, 8.25 and 15 kV, and 3000A at 38 kV. 18
27 kV 2500A and 2700A main bus ratings are available in two-high design configurations only.
Please note that use of certain current transformers (for example, bar type CTs) and protective devices may limit the duration to a value less than

2 seconds. 19
These values exceed 2.6*K*I required by IEEE C37.20.2-1999 and ANSI C37.06-2000.
These values exceed 1.55*K*I required by IEEE C37.20.2-1999.

This is a standard IEEE C37.20.2 rating for 38 kV Class of switchgear.
170 kV LIWV (BIL) rating available as an option, except when a control power transformer is included.
20
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5.4-16
Sheet 05 042
Technical Data—Assembly Ratings
i Arc-Resistant Switchgear
Assembly Ratings
ii VacClad-W metal-clad arc-resistant
switchgear is available for application
at voltages up to 38 kV, 50 or 60 Hz.
1 Refer to the table below for complete
list of available ratings.
2 Table 5.4-13. VacClad-W Arc-Resistant Metal-Clad Switchgear

Rated (Ref.) (Ref.) Ratings per IEEE C37.20.2-1999 Enclosure Internal Arc Withstand
Maximum Rated Rated Insulation Level Rated Main Bus Rated Rated Momentary Accessibility Rated Arc Short- Rated Arc
3 Voltage Voltage Short- Continuous Current Short-Time Short-Circuit Type Circuit Withstand Duration
Range Circuit Short- Current Withstand Current
Factor Current Power Lightning
Frequency Impulse Circuit (10-Cycle) (167 ms)
K I
4 Withstand Withstand Current
Withstand
Voltage, Voltage
(2-Second)
EEMAC G14-1
60 Hz, [LIWV]
IEEE C37.20.7
K*I 2.7 *K*I 1.6 *K* I
5 1 Minute (BIL)
(Ref. only)
Isc 2.6*Isc
kV rms kA rms kV rms kV Peak Amperes kA rms kA Crest kA rms kA rms kA Peak Sec.
Sym. Asym. Sym.
6
4.76 1 25 19 60 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 25 68 40 2B — 25 65 0.5
1.24 29 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 36 97 58 2B — 36 93.6 0.5
7 1 40 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 40 108 64 2B — 40 104 0.5
1.19 41 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 49 132 78 2B — 49 127.4 0.5
8 1 50 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 50 135 80 2B — 50 130 0.5
1 63 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 63 170 101 2B — 63 170 0.5
8.25 1.25 33 36 95 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 41 111 66 2B — 41 106.6 0.5
9 1 50 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 50 135 80 2B — 50 130 0.5
15 1.3 18 36 95 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 23 62 37 2B — 23 59.8 0.5
10 1 25 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 25 68 40 2B — 25 65 0.5

1.3 28 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 36 97 58 2B — 36 93.6 0.5
1 40 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 40 108 64 2B — 40 104 0.5
11 1.3 37 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 48 130 77 2B — 48 124.8 0.5
1 50 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 50 135 80 2B — 50 130 0.5
1 63 1200, 2000, 3000, 4000 63 170 101 2B — 63 170 0.5
12 27 1 16 60 125 1200, 2000, 2500, 3000 16 43 26 2 B 16 41.6 0.5
1 22 1200, 2000, 2500, 3000 22 60 35 2 B 22 57.2 0.5
13 1 25 1200, 2000, 2500, 3000 25 68 40 2 B 25 65 0.5
1 31.5 1200, 2000, 2500, 3000 31.5 85 51 2 B 31.5 81.9 0.5
1 40 1200, 2000, 2500, 3000 40 108 64 2 B 40 104 0.5
14 38 1 16 80 150 1200, 2000, 2500, 3000 16 43 26 2 B 16 41.6 0.5
1 25 1200, 2000, 2500, 3000 25 68 40 2 B 25 65 0.5
15 1 31.5 1200, 2000, 2500, 3000 31.5 85 51 2 B 31.5 81.9 0.5
1.65 23 1200, 2000, 2500, 3000 35 95 56 2 B 35 91 0.5
1 40 1200, 2000, 2500, 3000 40 108 64 2 B 40 104 0.5
16 The switchgear assembly is designed for use with type VCP-W, VCP-WC and VCP-WG circuit breakers. However, please note that certain VCP-WC
circuit breakers may have higher capabilities than required by ANSI standards. In such cases, switchgear assembly ratings as given in this table
will apply.
17 Switchgear assemblies can be supplied with UL/CSA label. Contact Eaton for availability.
5–15 kV switchgear is supplied with a plenum. 27–38 kV switchgear is supplied with arc wall. For plenum requirements at 27 and 38 kV, contact Eaton.
Maximum continuous current rating for circuit breaker that can be supplied at 38 kV is 2500A.
18 Please note that use of certain current transformers (for example, bar type CTs) and protective devices
may limit the duration to a value less than 2 seconds.
These values exceed 2.6*K*I required by IEEE C37.20.2-1999 and ANSI C37.06-2000.

19
These values exceed 1.55*K*I required by IEEE C37.20.2-1999.
27 kV arc-resistant switchgear can be supplied in one-high configuration only.
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5.4-17
Sheet 05 043
Technical Data—Surge Protection
Surge Protection The following are Eaton’s recommen- RC Snubber and/or ZORC damp
i
dations for surge protection of medium internal transformer resonance:
Eaton’s VacClad-W metal-clad switch- voltage equipment. Please note these
recommendations are valid when The natural frequency of transformer
gear is applied over a broad range of
circuits, and is one of the many types using Eaton’s vacuum breakers only. windings can under some circumstances ii
be excited to resonate. Transformer
of equipment in the total system. The
Surge Protection Recommendations: windings in resonance can produce
distribution system can be subject to
voltage transients caused by lighting Note: The abbreviation ZORC® used in the
elevated internal voltages that produce 1
insulation damage or failure. An RC
or switching surges. text below refers to Surge Protection Device Snubber or a ZORC applied at the
manufactured by Strike Technology (Pty)
Recognizing that distribution system Ltd. An equivalent device offered by other
transformer terminals as indicated 2
can be subject to voltage transients manufacturers, such as Type EHZ by ABB, above can damp internal winding
caused by lighting or switching, the and Protec Z by Northern Technologies SA resonance and prevent the production
industry has developed standards to can also be used. of damaging elevated internal voltages. 3
provide guidelines for surge protection This is typically required where rectifiers,
of electrical equipment. Those guide- 1. For circuits exposed to lightning, UPS or similar electronic equipment is
lines should be used in design and surge arresters should be applied on the transformer secondary. 4
protection of electrical distribution in line with Industry standard
practices. 3. Arc-Furnace Transformers—
systems independent of the circuit
Provide Surge Arrester in parallel
breaker interrupting medium. The
2. Transformers with RC Snubber, or ZORC at the
5
industry standards are:
transformer terminals.
a. Close-Coupled to medium
ANSI C62 6
voltage primary breaker: 4. Motors—Provide Surge Arrester in
Guides and Standards for Surge
Provide transients surge pro- parallel with RC Snubber, or ZORC
Protection
tection, such as Surge Arrester at the motor terminals. For those
IEEE 242—Buff Book in parallel with RC Snubber, or motors using VFDs, surge protec- 7
IEEE Recommended Practice for ZORC®. The surge protection tion should be applied and pre-
Protection and Coordination of device selected should be cede the VFD devices as well.
Industrial and Commercial Power located and connected at the 8
transformer primary terminals 5. Generators—Provide station class
Systems
or it can be located inside the Surge Arrester in parallel with RC
IEEE 141—Red Book switchgear and connected on Snubber, or ZORC at the generator 9
Recommended Practice for the transformer side of the terminals.
Electric Power Distribution for primary breaker. 6. Capacitor Switching—No surge
Industrial Plants
b. Cable-Connected to medium protection is required. Make sure
10
IEEE C37.20.2 voltage primary breaker: that the capacitor’s lightning
Standards for Metal-Clad Switchgear Provide transient surge protec- impulse withstand rating is equal
tion, such as Surge Arrester in to that of the switchgear.
11
Eaton’s medium voltage metal-clad parallel with RC Snubber, or
and metal-enclosed switchgear that ZORC for transformers con- 7. Shunt Reactor Switching—
uses vacuum circuit breakers is applied nected by cables with lengths Provide Surge Arrester in parallel 12
over a broad range of circuits. It is one up to 75 feet. The surge protec- with RC Snubber, or ZORC at the
of the many types of equipment in the tion device should be located reactor terminals.
total distribution system. Whenever a and connected at the trans-
13
8. Motor Starting Reactors or Reduced
switching device is opened or closed, former terminals. No surge Voltage Auto-Transformers—
certain interactions of the power protection is needed for trans-
system elements with the switching formers with lightning impulse
Provide Surge Arrester in parallel 14
with RC Snubber, or ZORC at the
device can cause high frequency voltage withstand ratings equal to that reactor or RVAT terminals.
transients in the system. Due to the
wide range of applications and variety
of the switchgear and connected
to the switchgear by cables at 9. Switching Underground Cables—
15
of ratings used for different elements least 75 feet or longer. For Surge protection not needed.
in the power systems, a given circuit
may or may not require surge protec-
transformers with lower BIL, 16
provide surge arrester in parallel
tion. Therefore, Eaton does not include with RC Snubber or ZORC.
surge protection as standard with its
metal-clad or metal-enclosed medium 17
voltage switchgear. The user exercises
the options as to the type and extent
of the surge protection necessary
18
depending on the individual circuit
characteristics and cost considerations.
19
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21

5.4-18
Sheet 05 044
Types of Surge Protection Devices system at normal power frequencies,

i and minimizing heat dissipation during
normal operation. Under high frequency
transient conditions, the capacitor
ii offers very low impedance, thus effec-
tively “inserting” the resistor R in the
power system as cable terminating
1 resistor, thus minimizing reflection of
the steep wave-fronts of the voltage
transients and prevents voltage dou-
2 bling of the traveling wave. The RC
Snubber provides protection against
high frequency transients by absorb-
3 ing and damping and the transients.
Please note RC Snubber is most effec-
tive in mitigating fast-rising transient
4 Figure 5.4-6. Surge Protection Devices
voltages, and in attenuating reflections
Generally surge protective devices B. Low Resistant Grounded Systems and resonances before they have a
should be located as closely as possible (systems grounded through chance to build up, but does not limit
5 to the circuit component(s) that require resistor rated for 10 seconds): the peak magnitude of the transient.
protection from the transients, and Arrester 10-second MCOV capability Therefore, the RC Snubber alone may
connected directly to the terminals of at 60ºC, which is obtained from not provide adequate protection. To
6 the component with conductors that manufacturer’s data, should be limit peak magnitude of the transient,
are as short and flat as possible to equal to 1.05 x VLL, where VLL is application of surge arrester should
minimize the inductance. It is also nominal line-to-line service voltage, also be considered.
7 important that surge protection devices and 1.05 factor allows for +5%
should be properly grounded for voltage variation above the ZORC
8 effectively shunting high frequency nominal voltage. A ZORC device consists of parallel
transients to ground. combination of Resistor (R) and Zinc
C. Ungrounded or Systems Oxide Voltage Suppressor (ZnO), con-
Surge Arresters Grounded through impedance
9 other than 10-second resistor:
nected in series with a Surge Capacitor.
The modern metal-oxide surge The resistor R is sized to match surge
Arrester MCOV rating should be impedance of the load cables, typically
arresters are recommended because equal to 1.05 x VLL/T, where VLL
10 this latest advance in arrester design and T are as defined above.
20 to 30 ohms. The ZnO is a gapless
ensures better performance and high metal-oxide non-linear arrester, set
reliability of surge protection schemes. Refer to Table 5.4-14 for recommended to trigger at 1 to 2 PU voltage, where
11 Manufacturer’s technical data must ratings for metal-oxide surge arresters 1 PU = 1.412*(VL-L/1.732). The Surge
be consulted for correct application that are sized in accordance with the Capacitor is typically sized to be 0.15
of a given type of surge arrester. above guidelines, when located in to 0.25 microfarad. As with RC Snubber,
12 Notice that published arrester MCOV Eaton’s switchgear. under normal operating conditions,
(Maximum Continuous Operating impedance of the capacitor is very
Voltage) ratings are based on 40º or Surge Capacitors high, effectively “isolating” the resistor
13 45ºC ambient temperature. In general, Metal-oxide surge arresters limit the
R and ZnO from the system at normal
the following guidelines are recom- power frequencies, and minimizing
magnitude of prospective surge over- heat dissipation during normal opera-
mended for arrester selections, when voltage, but are ineffective in control-
14 installed inside Eaton’s medium ling its rate of rise. Specially designed
tion. Under high frequency transient
voltage switchgear: conditions, the capacitor offers very
surge capacitors with low internal low impedance, thus effectively
inductance are used to limit the rate of
15 A. Solidly Grounded Systems:
rise of this surge overvoltage to protect
“inserting” the resistor R and ZnO in
Arrester MCOV rating should be the power system as cable terminating
equal to 1.05 x VLL/(1.732 x T), turn-to-turn insulation. Recommended network, thus minimizing reflection of
values for surge capacitors are: 0.5 µf
16 where VLL is nominal line-to-line
on 5 and 7.5 kV, 0.25 µf on 15 kV, and
the steep wave-fronts of the voltage
service voltage, 1.05 factor allows transients and prevents voltage dou-
for +5% voltage variation above 0.13 µf on systems operating at 24 kV bling of the traveling wave. The ZnO
and higher.
17 the nominal voltage according element limits the peak voltage magni-
to ANSI C84.1, and T is derating tudes. The combined effects of R, ZnO,
factor to allow for operation at RC Snubber and Capacitor of the ZORC device
18 55ºC switchgear ambient, which A RC Snubber device consists of a provides optimum protection against
should be obtained from the non-inductive resistor R sized to match high frequency transients by absorbing,
arrester manufacturer for the type surge impedance of the load cables, damping, and by limiting the peak
19 of arrester under consideration. typically 20 to 30 ohms, and connected amplitude of the voltage wave-fronts.
Typical values of T are: 0.946 to 1.0. in series with a Surge Capacitor C. The Please note that the ZORC is not a
Surge Capacitor is typically sized to be lightning protection device. If lightning
20 0.15 to 0.25 microfarad. Under normal can occur or be induced in the electrical
operating conditions, impedance of system, a properly rated and applied
the capacitor is very high, effectively surge arrester must precede the ZORC.
21 “isolating” the resistor R from the

5.4-19
Sheet 05 045
Surge Protection Summary Good protection: Surge Arrester in Better protection: RC Snubber in paral-
Minimum protection: Surge Arrester
parallel with Surge Capacitor for pro- lel with Surge Arrester for protection i
tection from high overvoltage peaks from high frequency transients and
for protection from high overvoltage and fast rising transient. This option voltage peaks.
peaks, or Surge Capacitor for protec- may not provide adequate surge ii
tion from fast-rising transient. Please protection from escalating voltages Best protection: ZORC, plus proper
note that the surge arresters or surge caused by circuit resonance. When surge arrester preceding ZORC where
capacitor alone may not provide ade- applying surge capacitors on both sides needed for protection against lightning. 1
quate surge protection from escalating of a circuit breaker, surge capacitor on ZORC provides protection from high
voltages caused by circuit resonance. one side of the breaker must be RC frequency voltage transients and limits
Note that when applying surge capaci- Snubber or ZORC, to mitigate possible peak magnitude of the transient to 2
tors on both sides of a circuit breaker, virtual current chopping. 1 to 2 PU (see ZORC description on
surge capacitor on one side of the Page 5.4-18 for more detail). Surge
breaker must be RC Snubber or ZORC, arrester provides protection from 3
to mitigate possible virtual current higher voltage peaks resulting from
chopping. lightning surges.
4
Table 5.4-14. Surge Arrester Selections—Recommended Ratings
Service Distribution Class Arresters Station Class Arresters
Voltage Solidly Low Resistance High Resistance or Solidly Low Resistance High Resistance or
5
Line-to-Line Grounded System Grounded System Ungrounded System Grounded System Grounded System Ungrounded System
kV
Arrester Ratings kV Arrester Ratings kV
Nominal MCOV Nominal MCOV Nominal MCOV Nominal MCOV Nominal MCOV Nominal MCOV
6
2.30 3 2.55 3 2.55 3 2.55 3 2.55 3 2.55 3 2.55
2.40 3 2.55 3 2.55 6 5.10 3 2.55 3 2.55 6 5.10 7
3.30 3 2.55 3 2.55 6 5.10 3 2.55 3 2.55 6 5.10
4.00 3 2.55 6 5.10 6 5.10 3 2.55 6 5.10 6 5.10
4.16
4.76
6
6
5.10
5.10
6
6
5.10
5.10
6
9
5.10
7.65
6
6
5.10
5.10
6
6
5.10
5.10
6
9
5.10
7.65
8
4.80 6 5.10 6 5.10 9 7.65 6 5.10 6 5.10 9 7.65
6.60 6 5.10 6 5.10 9 7.65 6 5.10 6 5.10 9 7.65
6.90 6 5.10 6 5.10 9 7.65 6 5.10 9 7.65 9 7.65 9
7.20 6 5.10 6 5.10 10 8.40 6 5.10 9 7.65 10 8.40
8.32 9 7.65 9 7.65 12 10.20 9 7.65 9 7.65 12 10.20
8.40 9 7.65 9 7.65 12 10.20 9 7.65 9 7.65 12 10.20 10
11.00 9 7.65 9 7.65 15 12.70 9 7.65 10 8.40 15 12.70
11.50 9 7.65 10 8.40 18 15.30 9 7.65 12 10.20 18 15.30
12.00
12.47
10
10
8.40
8.40
10
12
8.40
10.20
18
18
15.30
15.30
10
10
8.40
8.40
12
12
10.20
10.20
18
18
15.30
15.30
11
13.20 12 10.20 12 10.20 18 15.30 12 10.20 12 10.20 18 15.30
13.80 12 10.20 12 10.20 18 15.30 12 10.20 15 12.70 18 15.30
14.40 12 10.20 12 10.20 21 17.00 12 10.20 15 12.70 21 17.00
12
18.00 15 12.70 15 12.70 27 22.00 15 12.70 18 15.30 27 22.00
20.78 18 15.30 18 15.30 30 24.40 18 15.30 21 17.00 30 24.40
22.00 18 15.30 18 15.30 30 24.40 18 15.30 21 17.00 30 24.40 13
22.86 18 15.30 21 17.00 — — 18 15.30 24 19.50 36 29.00
23.00 18 15.30 21 17.00 — — 18 15.30 24 19.50 36 29.00
24.94
25.80
21
21
17.00
17.00
24
24
19.50
19.50
—
—
—
—
21
21
17.00
17.00
24
24
19.50
19.50
36
36
29.00
29.00
14
26.40 21 17.00 24 19.50 — — 21 17.00 27 22.00 39 31.50
33.00 27 22.00 30 24.40 — — 27 22.00 36 29.00 45 36.50
34.50 30 24.40 30 24.40 — — 30 24.40 36 29.00 48 39.00 15
38.00 30 24.40 — — — — 30 24.40 36 29.00 — —
16
17
18
19
20
21

5.4-20
Sheet 05 046
Technical Data—Surge Protection and Instrument Transformers
Instrument Transformers For ground detection, three VTs 7.25 inches (184.2 mm). Special
i Instrument transformers are used
connected in Line-to-ground/broken- zero-sequence transformers with
delta are used. larger windows are also available.
to protect personnel and secondary
ii devices from high voltage, and permit
use of reasonable insulation levels for
A single VT, when used, can be The minimum number of current
connected line-to-line (it will provide transformers for circuit relaying and
relays, meters and instruments. The line-to-line output, for example Vab instruments is three current transform-
1 secondaries of standard instrument or Vbc or Vca), or line-to-ground (it ers, one for each phase or two-phase
transformers are rated at 5A and/or will provide line-to-ground output, for connected current transformers and one
120V, 60 Hz. example Va or Vb or Vc). Generally, zero-sequence current transformer.
2 a single VT is used to derive voltage Separate sets of current transformers
Voltage Transformers signal for synchronizing or Over are required for differential relays.
Selection of the ratio for voltage Voltage/Under Voltage function.
The minimum pickup of a ground
3 transformers is seldom a question relay in the residual of three-phase
since the primary rating should be Current Transformers
connected current transformers is
equal to or higher than the system The current transformer ratio is gener- primarily determined by the current
4 line-to-line voltage. The number of ally selected so that the maximum load transformer ratio. The relay pickup
potential transformers per set and current will read about 70% full scale can be reduced by adding one residual
their connection is determined by the on a standard 5A coil ammeter. There- connected auxiliary current trans-
5 type of system and the relaying and fore, the current transformer primary former. This connection is very desir-
metering required. rating should be 140–150% of the able on main incoming and tie circuits
maximum load current. of low resistance grounded circuits.
6 When two VTs are used, they are
typically connected L-L, and provide Maximum system fault current can When utilizing the MP-3000 Motor
phase-to-phase voltages, (Vab, Vbc, sometimes influence the current Protective Relay, it is recommended
7 Vca) for metering and relaying. transformer ratio selection because that the ratio of CT primary rating
the connected secondary devices to the motor full load amperes
When three VTs are used, they are have published one-second ratings.
connected line-to-ground, and pro- (CTprim/Motor FLA) is selected to
8 vide phase-to-phase (Vab, Vbc, Vca), The zero-sequence current trans- fall between 0.5 to 1.5.
as well as phase-to-ground (Va, Vb, Vc) former is used for sensitive ground Standard accuracy current transform-
9 voltages for metering and relaying. fault relaying or self-balancing primary ers are normally more than adequate
current type machine differential for most standard applications of
If metering or relaying application protection. The zero-sequence current
requires phase-to-ground voltages, microprocessor-based protective
10 use three VTs, each connected L-G.
transformer is available with a nomi-
nal ratio of 50/5 or 100/5 and available
relays and meters. See Table 5.4-17
If not, use of two VTs connected L-L for CT accuracy information.
opening size for power cables of
is sufficient.
11
Table 5.4-15. Standard Voltage Transformer Ratio Information
Rating-Volts 2400 4200 4800 7200 8400 10800 12000 14400 15600 18000 21000 24000 27000 36000
12
Ratio 20-1 35-1 40-1 60-1 70-1 90-1 100-1 120-1 130-1 150-1 175-1 200-1 225-1 300-1
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21

5.4-21
Sheet 05 047
Technical Data—Instrument Transformers
Table 5.4-16. Standard Voltage Transformer, 60 Hz Accuracy Information

Switchgear Voltage Transformer—ANSI Accuracy i
kV kV Maximum Number Standard Burdens at 120 Volts Burdens at 69.3 Volts Thermal Rating Volt-Ampere
Class BIL Per Set and Connection Ratios 55°C Connection
W, X, Y Z M ZZ W, X Y M Z ii
5 60 2LL 20, 0.3 1.2 — — 0.3 — — — LL 700
or 3LG 35, LG 400
40 LG 700 1
7.5 95 2LL 35, 40, 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.6 0.3 0.3 0.3 1.2 LL 1000
and or 3LG 60, 70, LG 550
15 100, 120 LG 1000 2
27 125 2LL 90, 100, 0.3 0.3 0.3 1.2 0.3 0.3 0.3 1.2 LL 1000
or 3LG 120, 130, LG 550
150, 175, LG 1000 3
200, 225
38 170 2LL 175, 300 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 LL 1000
or 3LG LG
LG
550
1000
4
For solidly grounded 4160V system only or any type 2400V system.
For solidly grounded system only.
Note: LL = Line-to-line connection. LG = Line-to-ground connection.
5
Table 5.4-17. Current Transformers, 55ºC Ambient
CT Ratio Metering Accuracy Classification Relaying Accuracy Classification
6
(MR = Multi-Ratio) At 60 Hz At 60 Hz At 60 Hz Minimum Accuracy Standard Accuracy Optional High Accuracy
Standard Burden
B 0.1
Standard Burden
B 0.5
Standard Burden
B 1.8
Required per IEEE
C37.20.2
Supplied in VCP-W
Switchgear
Available in VCP-W
Switchgear
7
50:5 1.2 — — C10 C10 —
75:5 1.2 2.4 — C10 C20 — 8
100:5 1.2 2.4 — C10 C20 —
150:5 0.6 2.4 — C20 C20 C50
200:5 0.6 2.4 — C20

C20 C50 9
250:5 0.6 2.4 — C20 C50
300:5 0.6 2.4 2.4 C20 C20 C100
400:5
500:5
0.3
0.3
1.2
0.3
2.4
2.4
C50

C50
C50
C100
C100
10
600:5 0.3 0.3 2.4 C50 C100 C200
800:5
1000:5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
1.2
0.3
C50

C100
C100
C200
C200
11
1200:5 0.3 0.3 0.3 C100 C200 C400
1500:5 0.3 0.3 0.3 C100 C200 C400
2000:5 0.3 0.3 0.3 C100 C200 C400 12
2500:5 0.3 0.3 0.3 C200 C400
3000:5 0.3 0.3 0.3 C100 C200 C400
4000:5 0.3 0.3 0.3 C100 C200 C400 13
600:5 MR 0.3 0.3 2.4 C100 C200
1200:5 MR 0.3 0.3 0.3 C200 C400
2000:5 MR 0.3 0.3 0.3

C200 C400 14
3000:5 MR 0.3 0.3 0.3 C200 C400
50:5 zero sequence — — — — C10 —
100:5 zero sequence — — — — C20 — 15
Not listed in C37.20.2.
Note: Maximum number of CTs—Two sets of standard accuracy or one set of high accuracy CTs can be installed in the breaker compartment on
each side of the circuit breaker. 16
17
18
19
20
21

5.4-22
Sheet 05 048
Technical Data—Control Equipment
Control Equipment Auxiliary contacts available for controls ■ 38 kV Breakers: Each 38 kV breaker
i or external use from auxiliary switch can be provided with an additional
Circuit Breaker Control located on the circuit breaker are typi- breaker mounted auxiliary switch,
Eaton’s VCP-W circuit breaker has a cally limited in number by the breaker with 5 NO and 5 NC contacts
ii motor charged spring type stored control requirements as follows:
Another optional switch available is
energy closing mechanism. Closing ■ Breakers with AC control voltage: called TOC–Truck Operated Switch.
the breaker charges accelerating
1 springs. Protective relays or the
1NO and 3NC This switch is mounted in the cell and
■ Breakers with DC control voltage: operates when the circuit breaker is
control switch will energize a shunt levered into or out of the operating
trip coil to release the accelerating 2NO and 3NC
2 springs and open the breaker. This When additional auxiliary contacts
position. This switch changes its state
when breaker is moved from test to
requires a reliable source of control are needed, following options are connected position and vice versa. The
power for the breaker to function as available:
3 a protective device. Typical AC and DC
TOC provides 4NO and 5NC contacts.
control schematics for type VCP-W ■ 5/15/27 kV Breakers: Each breaker Auxiliary switch contacts are primarily
circuit breakers are shown on compartment can be provided with used to provide interlocking in control
4 Pages 5.4-24 and 5.4-25. up to three Mechanism Operated circuits, switch indicating lights,
Cell (MOC) switches, each with auxiliary relays or other small loads.
For AC control, a capacitor trip device 5NO and 4NC contacts. The MOC Suitability for switching remote
5 is used with each circuit breaker shunt switches are rotary switches, auxiliary devices, such as motor
trip to ensure that energy will be mounted in the cell, and operated heaters or solenoids, may be checked
available for tripping during fault by a plunger on the breaker. Two with the interrupting capacity listed in
6 conditions. A control power transformer types of MOC switches can be Table 5.4-18. Where higher interrupting
is required on the source side of each provided—MOC that operates with capacities are required, an interposing
incoming line breaker. Closing bus tie breaker in connected position only, contactor should be specified.
7 or bus sectionalizing breakers will or MOC that operates with breaker
require automatic transfer of control in connected, as well as test position
power. This control power transformer
8 may also supply other AC auxiliary
power requirements for the switchgear.
Signal: Initiation of Initiation of
9 For DC control, it would require a DC Close Signal Trip Signal
control battery, battery charger and T
VCP-W
an AC auxiliary power source for the Circuit Breaker C Closed
10 battery charger. The battery provides a Main Contacts Open
very reliable DC control source, since it Closing Time Opening Time
is isolated from the AC power system t = 45 – 60 ms – 45 ms If Interrupting Time = 83 ms
11 by the battery charger. However, the
Breaker Auxiliary
–
battery will require periodic routine Closed
Switch t ±3 ms t ±3 ms
maintenance and battery capacity is ”a“ Contact Open
e
12 reduced by low ambient temperature. Breaker
“b” “b”
Any economic comparison of AC Switch “a” Makes “a”
13 and DC control for switchgear should ”b“ Contact Closed
consider that the AC capacitor trip is t t
a static device with negligible mainte- -9 ms to -3 ms +4 ms to +10 ms Open
14 nance and long life, while the DC

battery will require maintenance and
replacement at some time in the future. Figure 5.4-7. Breaker Auxiliary Switch Operating Times
15 Relays Table 5.4-18. Auxiliary Switch Contacts Interrupting Capacities
Microprocessor-based or solid-state Type Continuous Control Circuit Voltage
relays would generally require DC Auxiliary Current
16 power or reliable uninterruptible AC Switch Amperes
120 Vac 240 Vac 48 Vdc 125 Vdc 250 Vdc
supply for their logic circuits. Non-inductive Circuit Interrupting Capacity in Amperes
17 Auxiliary Switches
Breaker Auxiliary Switch 20
TOC Switch 20
15
15
10
10
16
16
10
10
5
5
Optional circuit breaker and cell auxiliary MOC Switch 20 15 10 16 10 5
switches are available where needed
18 for interlocking or control of auxiliary
Inductive Circuit Interrupting Capacity in Amperes
Breaker Auxiliary Switch 20 15 10 16 10 5
devices. Typical applications and TOC Switch 20 15 10 16 10 5
operation are described in Figure 5.4-7
19 and Table 5.4-18.
MOC Switch 20 15 10 16 10 5
Breaker auxiliary switches and MOC

20 switches are used for breaker open/
close status and interlocking.
21

5.4-23
Sheet 05 049
Technical Data—Control Equipment
Table 5.4-19. VCP-W Breaker Stored Energy Mechanism Control Power Requirements
Rated Spring Charging Motor Close or Trip UV Trip Voltage Range Indicating i
Control Inrush Run Average Run Amperes mA Close Trip Light
Voltage Amperes Amperes Time, Sec. Maximum Amperes
ii
48 Vdc 36.0 9 6 16 200 38–56 28–56 0.02
125 Vdc 16.0 4 6 7 80 100–140 70–140 0.02
250 Vdc 9.2 2 6 4 40 200–280 140–280 0.02 1
120 Vac 16.0 4 6 6 — 104–127 104–127 0.02
240 Vac 9.2 2 6 3 — 208–254 208–254 0.02
Table 5.4-20. Control Power Transformers—Single-Phase, 60 Hz

2
Taps Secondary kVA kV
+7-1/2% Rated –7-1/2% Volts Class 3
2580 2400 2220 240/120 5, 10, 15 5
4470
5160
4160
4800
3850
4400
240/120
240/120
5, 10, 15
5, 10, 15
5
5
4
7740 7200 6680 240/120 5, 10, 15 15
9030 8400 7770 240/120 5, 10, 15 15
13405 12470 11535 240/120 5, 10, 15 15 5
14190 13200 12210 240/120 5, 10, 15 15
14835 13800 12765 240/120 5, 10, 15 15
24725 23000 21275 240/120 5, 10, 15 27 6
37088 34500 31913 240/120 15, 25 38
Line-to-line connection only available. Refer to Eaton for other voltages and kVA ratings.
150 kV BIL. 7
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21

5.4-24
Sheet 05 050
Technical Data—Control Schematics
i
ANSI Standard VCP-W Breaker DC Control Schematic
ii P
(+)
CS CS PR
C T
1 Spring 11
9UV
WL GL RL
Charged
Indicating
2 Light
UV
3
DC Source
4
12
9A
1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 3
7
3
9
13
61
51
53
55
57
Y
5 LS1
bb a
a
Y SR
62
52
56
58
54
ST
ST 18 17 16 15 22 2
M b 1
6 PS2
b
LC a
a
10A
Y
bb bb aa
14
10
Not Available when Second 13
4
24 19
T S_
TCSSL
TRCS_
TRCS
LOCATI
LOCAT
AT
ATI
TIO
T51N
ON
Trip Coil Option is Chosen

7 N
(-)
TRCS_
TRCS
TCSSL
TCSS
S_
AT
__51N
TION
TIO
T ION
ON
Options
8
ANSI Standard VCP-W Breaker AC Control Schematic
9
1
CS
10 C
PR
T
11
Spring
9UV
WL GL RL
Charged
11 Indicating
Light
UV
12
9UV
10UV
AC Source
14
13 T O
TCSS
TRCS_
TRCS
LOCATI
LOCAT
S_
ATI
ATTION
TIO
51N
ON
AC (+) 12 UV
1 2
14
9A
4 5 9 6 7 8 10 3
10UV
7
3
13
55
61
51
57
Y
53
a a
LS1 AC (–)
bb
Y SR
62
52
58
54
ST
15 M b a
ST
1
18 17 15 22 2
For AC UV
a Trip Only
PS2 a
bb Y
1 bb aa
16 Not Available when Second
14
56
10
13
4
16
TRCS_
T
TCSSL
LOCATI
LOCAT
CS_
O_51N
S_
AT
ATI
_T
TION
TIO
TIION
Trip Coil Option is Chosen

2
Options
17 Figure 5.4-8. Typical 5/15/27 kV VCP-W “DC” and “AC” Control Schematics
Legend: CS Operation: LS1

18 C
= Breaker Control Switch–Close
aa = Open until springs are fully charged.
CS = Breaker Control Switch–Trip LS1
= Closed until springs are fully charged.
T bb
19 Y = Anti Pump Relay LS2 = Open until springs are fully charged.
SR = Spring Release Coil (Coil) aa
M = Spring Charge Motor LS2 = Closed until springs are fully charged.
20 ST = Shunt Trip
PR = Protective Relay
bb
LC = Open until mechanism is reset.
= Secondary Disconnect PS1 = Open in all except between “Test” and “Connected” positions.
>>
PS2 = Closed in all except between “Test” and “Connected” positions.

21

5.4-25
Sheet 05 051
Technical Data—Control Schematics
i
Breaker DC Control Schematic
P
(+)
ii
CS CS PR
C T
Spring WL GL RL
11 U1 U2 U3 U4 U5 U6 U7 U8 U9 U10 1
9UV
Charged
Indicating
Light
UV U24 U24 U23 U22 U21 U20 U19 U18 U15
2
10UV
DC Source
T S_
TCSSL
TRCS_
TRCS
LOCATI
LOCAT
AT
ATI
TI51N
TIO
T ON
14
3
12 OPTIONS
4 7 5 6 7 8 9 3
4
9A
13
57
3
61
3A
53
55
Y
a
62
56
58
Y SR
ST
ST 18 17 22 2
5
LOCAT
TION
M b b
10A
LC a
PS2 Y LS2 13
bb aa
14
10
4
24 21 20 19
N
(-)
TCSSL
TRCS
LOCAT
ATIO
ATTIO
TION
T51N
ON
This ”a Contact from

6
Second Trip Coil Option
is Chosen and Make the 7
Appropriate Connections
8
Breaker AC Control Schematic
1 9
CS
C U1 U2 U3 U4 U5 U6 U7 U8 U9 U10
PR
Spring WL GL RL 10
9UV
Charged U24 U22 U21 U20 U19 U18 U17 U16 U15
Indicating
Light UV
11
10UV
AC Source
9UV
OPTIONS
TCSS
TRCS_
LOCAT
O_51N
ATIO
A
AT
_T
TIO
TION
ON
12
AC (+) 12 UV
2 4 5 9 6
10UV
1 7 8 10 3
13
9A
13
CAP TRIP DEV

9
3A
3
55
51
53
57
a a
LS1 AC (-)
52
Y SR
ST
ST 2
M 1
LOCAT
TION 18 17 15 22 For AC UV
b a
PS2 PS Y
a
Trip Only 14
bb
14
56
4
a
6
24 20 16 19
2
This ” “ Contact from 15
Second Trip Coil Option
is Chosen and Make the
Appropriate Connections
16
Figure 5.4-9. Typical 38 kV VCP-W “DC” and “AC” Control Schematics 17

Legend: CS Operation: LS1
C
= Breaker Control Switch–Close
aa = Open until springs are fully charged. 18
CS = Breaker Control Switch–Trip LS1
= Closed until springs are fully charged.
T bb
Y = Anti Pump Relay LS2 = Open until springs are fully charged. 19
SR = Spring Release Coil (Coil) aa
M = Spring Charge Motor LS2 = Closed until springs are fully charged.
ST = Shunt Trip
PR = Protective Relay
bb
LC = Open until mechanism is reset.
20
= Secondary Disconnect PS1 = Open in all except between “Test” and “Connected” positions.
>>
PS2 = Closed in all except between “Test” and “Connected” positions.

21

5.4-26
Sheet 05 052
Technical Data—Relays—Device Numbers, Type and Function
i Bus Bus
3Y
ETR-4000
ii
52 86 50/51
50N/51N
52
1
87T
50/51G
1
2 EDR-3000
1
50/5
87GD 50N/51N
1
63 50/51G 50/51
50/51
3 3 50/51N
N
4 1
50/51G

50/5 52
5
3Y
6 Phase CT Rating = 200% Feeder Full Load Phase CT Rating = 200% Full Load
EDR-3000 = Eaton Distribution Relay ETR-4000 = Eaton Transformer Relay
Alternate to 50/51N 87T–Transformer Differential Relay (Above 5 MVA)
7 86GD = Ground Differential Relay (Above 5 MVA and
Low Resistance Grounded)
86–Lockout Relay
8 63–Sudden Pressure Relay (Liquid Above 5 MVA)
Alternate to 50/51N
9
Figure 5.4-10. Protective Relays—Feeder Circuit Figure 5.4-12. Protective Relays—Transformer Feeder
10
Bus Bus
11 3
12 EMR-3000 2
EMR-4000
52 52
2 49 37
50 38
13 1
49 51 66
50 3 46 2/19
VR-300 27/
47 51 27/47 74
3 46 50G 86
14 1 86 1
51G 55
27/ 50/5
47X MD-3000 B
51G 1
1 87 86 87 DP-300
15 50/5 NEUT 3 A A 1
86
RTD
M
16 U
R
M T
3 B D
17
Phase CT Rating = 150% Full Load Phase CT Rating = 150% Full Load
EMR-3000 = Eaton Motor Relay A–Preferred Scheme (MD-3000 = Self-Balancing Differential Scheme)
18 27/47–Undervoltage, Phase Sequence, and Unbalanced Voltage Relay B–Alternate Scheme (DP-300 = Restrained Differential Scheme)
VR-300 (One Per Bus) EMR-4000 = Eaton Motor Relay
27/47x–Auxiliary Relay for Multi-motor System 87–Motor Differential Relay
19 86–Lockout Relay
55–Loss of Synchronism (Synchronous Motors Only)
URTD–Universal RTD Interface Module
20
21 Figure 5.4-11. Protective Relays—Induction Motors Below 1500 hp Figure 5.4-13. Protective Relays—Induction Motors Above 1500 hp and
Minimum Adequate Protection Synchronous Motors

5.4-27
Sheet 05 053
EDR-4000 Relay–Typical One-Line Diagrams

i
ii
1

2
5

10
Figure 5.4-14. EDR-4000 Eaton Distribution Relay—Typical Main or Feeder Breaker Application Diagram

11
Can be set for Forward, Reverse or Both directions.
Can be Set for Underfreq, Overfreq, Rate of Change or Vector Change.
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21

5.4-28
Sheet 05 054
EDR-5000 Relay–Typical One-Line Diagrams

i
ii
10
11 Figure 5.4-15. EDR-5000 Eaton Distribution Relay—Typical Main or Feeder Breaker Application Diagram
Can be set for Forward, Reverse or Both directions.
Can be Set for Underfreq, Overfreq, Rate of Change or Vector Change.
12
Refer to Tab 4 for details on Eaton’s relays. Refer to Tab 3 for details on Eaton’s available metering.
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21

5.4-29
Sheet 05 055
Typical Standard Metal-Clad Switchgear Application Layouts, 5–15 kV
Typical Main-Tie-Main Arrangements (Standard Metal-Clad)

Note: Arrangements shown in Figures 5.4-16–5.4-18 can be provided in 26.00-inch (660.4 mm) wide, 95.00-inch (2413.0 mm) high,
i
96.25-inch (2444.8 mm) deep structures with 50VCPWND, 1200A circuit breakers.
Note: R = Multi-function relay, M = Multi-function meter.
ii
1
Line VTs Line VTs
2
Line CPT Line CPT
Bus VTs 1-ph, 15 kVA max. Bus VTs 1-ph, 15 kVA max. 3
52-T
1200 or
2000A
4
Bus 1 Bus 2
5
52-M1 52-M2
1200A 1200 or 1200A 1200A 1200 or 6
2000A 2000A
R M R M R M R M R M
7
CTs CTs CTs CTs CTs
9
Feeder Source 1 Feeder Feeder Source 2
10
Figure 5.4-16. Typical Main-Tie-Main Arrangement with Bus and Line VTs and Line CPTs
5 or 15 kV VCP-W Switchgear, 1200 or 2000A Mains and Tie, 36.00-Inch (914.4 mm) Wide Structures
11
12
Line VTs Line VTs
13
Bus VTs Bus VTs
52-T
1200 or
14
2000 A
Bus 1 Bus 2
15
16
52-M1 52-M2
1200 or 1200A 1200A 1200 or
2000A 2000A 17
R M R M R M R M
CTs CTs CTs CTs 18
19
Source 1 Feeder Feeder Source 2

20
Figure 5.4-17. Typical Main-Tie-Main Arrangement with Bus and Line VTs, but without Line CPTs—Preferred Arrangement 21

5.4-30
Sheet 05 056
Typical Main-Tie-Main Arrangements (Continued)

i Note: R = Multi-function relay, M = Multi-function meter
ii Feeder Feeder
1
Line VTs
2 CTs
CTs
R M R M
3 Bus VTs
Bus VTs 52-T
1200A 1200 or 1200A
2000A
4
Bus 1 Bus 2
5
52-M1 52-M2
6 1200A 1200 or 1200 or 1200A
2000A 2000A
R R M R M R M
7 M
CTs CTs CTs CTs

Line VTs
8
9
Feeder Source 1 Source 2 Feeder
10
Figure 5.4-18. Typical Main-Tie-Main Arrangement with Bus and Line VTs, but without Line CPTs—Alternate Arrangement
11
12
13
Bus VTs Bus VTs
14
15 Bus 1 Bus 2
Line CPT Line CPT

16 1-ph, 15 kVA max. 1-ph, 15 kVA max.
52-M1 52-T 52-M2
3000A 3000A 3000A
17
R M R M
18 CTs
Line VTs Line VTs
CTs
19
20 Source 1 Source 2
21 Figure 5.4-19. Typical Main-Tie-Main Arrangement with Bus and Line VTs, and Line CPTs
5 or 15 kV VCP-W Switchgear, 3000A Mains and Tie, 36.00-Inch (914.4 mm) Wide Structures

5.4-31
Sheet 05 057
Typical Main-Tie-Main Arrangements (Continued)

Note: R = Multi-function relay, M = Multi-function meter
i
ii
R R
1
M M
2
52-M1 52-M2
3000 A 52-T 3000 A
3000 A 3
Bus 1 Bus 2 4
(Optional (Optional (Optional
Fans) Fans) Fans) 5
7
Line VTs Bus VTs Bus VTs Line VTs
Source 1 Source 2
9
Figure 5.4-20. Typical Main-Tie-Main Arrangement with Bus and Line VTs 10
5 or 15 kV VCP-W Switchgear, 3000A Mains and Tie, 36.00-Inch (914.4 mm) Wide Structures
This arrangement can be supplied with cooling fans to allow 4000A continuous.
11
Medium Voltage High Resistance
Grounding System
Refer to Tab 36, Section 36.1, for
12
complete product description, single-
line diagram, layout and dimensions 13
of medium voltage high resistance
grounding system.
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21

5.4-32
September 2011
Sheet 05058

i
ii
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21

5.5-1
Sheet 05 059
Layout Dimensions—5 and 15 kV, 36.00-Inch (914.4 mm) Wide Structures (Standard Metal-Clad)
Layout Dimensions—5 and 15 kV—Dimensions in Inches (mm) i

Typical Units Tie Breaker Bus Transition Available Configurations
Requirements ii

1
1200 Ampere 1200 Ampere 1200 Ampere
Breaker Breaker Breaker
2
1200 Ampere 2000 Ampere Drawout

3
Breaker Breaker Auxiliary
4

5
Drawout 2000 Ampere Drawout

Auxiliary Breaker Auxiliary
6
Figure 5.5-1. 36.00-Inch (914.4 mm) Wide
Typical Breaker/Breaker Vertical Section
7
1200 Ampere Drawout 2000 Ampere
Breaker Auxiliary Breaker
8

9
Vented
Auxiliary Drawout 2000 Ampere
Figure 5.5-4. Tie Breaker Bus Transition Compartment Auxiliary Breaker 10
Requirements (Non-Drawout)
Breakers cannot be located in bus transition
compartment. 11
Breaker Auxiliary Breaker 12
Figure 5.5-2. 36.00-Inch (914.4 mm) Wide 13

Typical Auxiliary/Breaker Vertical Section
3000 Ampere 14
Breaker
15
Vent Area
Drawout
16
Auxiliary
17
Figure 5.5-5. Available Configurations
For 4000A force cooled application, 18
refer to Eaton.
This configuration is available for indoor
and outdoor walk-in designs only. 19

Typical Auxiliary/Auxiliary Vertical Section
21
Dimensions for estimating purposes only.

5.5-2
Sheet 05 060
Typical Weights in Lbs (kg)

i Table 5.5-1. Assemblies (Less Breakers. See Table 5.5-2 for Breakers.)
Type of Main Bus Indoor Aisleless Sheltered-Aisle Including Aisle
ii Vertical Section Rating Amperes Single Row Double Row
B/B 1200 2400 (1090) 3200 (1453) 4200 (1907) 7200 (3269)
2000 2500 (1135) 3300 (1500) 4300 (1952) 7400 (3360)
1 3000 2600 (1180) 3400 (1545) 4400 (1998) 7600 (3450)
4000 2700 (1226) 3500 (1590) 4500 (2045) 7700 (3500)
B/A 1200 2300 (1044) 2900 (1317) 4100 (1861) 7000 (3178)
2 or 2000 2400 (1090) 3000 (1362) 4200 (1907) 7200 (3269)
A/B 3000 2500 (1135) 3100 (1407) 4300 (1952) 7400 (3360)
4000 2600 (1180) 3200 (1453) 4400 (1998) 7500 (3409)
3 A/A 1200 2000 (908) 2600 (1180) 3800 (1725) 6400 (2906)
2000 2100 (953) 2700 (1226) 3900 (1771) 6600 (2996)
3000 2200 (999) 2800 (1271) 4000 (1816) 6800 (3087)
4
4000 2300 (1046) 2900 (1317) 4100 (1861) 6900 (3136)
See Table 5.5-2 for breakers.
Table 5.5-2. Breaker Weights in Lbs (kg)

5 Figure 5.5-8. Indoor
Type of Current Rating, Amperes
Breaker 1200 2000 3000
6 Approximate Weight, Lbs (kg), Static
50 VCP-W 250, 40C, 25, 40 350 (159) 410 (186) 525 (238)
50 VCP-W 350, 50C, 50 460 (209) 490 (222) 525 (238)
7 50 VCP-W 500, 63C, 63 575 (261) 575 (261) 575 (261)
75 VCP-W 500, 50C, 50 375 (170) 410 (186) 525 (238)
150 VCP-W 500, 25C, 25 350 (159) 410 (186) 525 (238)
8 150 VCP-W 750, 40C, 40 350 (159) 410 (186) 525 (238)
150 VCP-W 1000, 50C, 50 460 (209) 490 (222) 525 (238)
150 VCP-W 1500, 63C, 63 575 (261) 575 (261) 575 (261)
9 Impact weight = 1.5 times static weight.
Dimensions in Inches (mm)

10
11
Figure 5.5-9. Outdoor Aisleless
12
13
14
15 Figure 5.5-6. Outdoor Sheltered Aisle Single Row
16
17
18
19
20
21 Figure 5.5-7. Outdoor Sheltered Aisle Double Row Dimensions and weights for estimating
purposes only.

5.5-3
Sheet 05 061
Dimensions in Inches (mm) (Continued)

i
2.00 2.00 6.00 (152.4)
(50.8)
32.00 (812.8)
(50.8)
2.00
(50.8)
32.00
(812.8)
2.00
(50.8) 6.00 (152.4) ii
3.00 (76.2) 3.00 (76.2) 7.00 (177.8)
1
23.00 23.00
(584.2)
➀ (584.2) 11.25 (285.8)
34.25
34 25
2
(870.0)

96.25 (2444.8)
Four Conduits
3
9.00
44.50 (1130.3)
(228.6)
4
60.88 (1546.4)
0.56
34.25 (14.2) 5
(870.0)
(4) Knockouts
for T
Top Secondary 3.00 Two Conduits
Conduit Entry (76.2) 3.38
6
(514.4) Figure 5.5-12. Primary Conduit Locations for
6.00
Top or Bottom Entry
(152.4) 0.25 (6.4) Member
0.56 (14.2) 5.56 Changes to 8.25 (209.6 mm) if optional
7
5 56
7.00 hinged rear doors are required.
(177.8)
(141.2)
Front
3.00 3.00
8
(76.2) (76.2)
Figure 5.5-11. Base Plan of a Typical Indoor
Front Breaker or Auxiliary Structure

1 1 1 2
9
Primary conduit locations for top or
bottom entry.
Figure 5.5-10. Top View of Typical Indoor
Breaker and Auxiliary Structures Recommended minimum clearance to rear
of VacClad-W: 36.00 inches (914.4 mm).
10
Primary conduit locations for top Upper
Floor steel, if used, must not exceed 3.25
or bottom entry. 2 2 2 7 Hinged
inches (82.6 mm) under VacClad-W. Panel
Anchor locations: indoor—0.50-inch 1-Large Relay
11
(12.7 mm) bolts or weld, outdoor—0.50-inch Case
(12.7 mm) bolts. 3 3 3 3 3 2-Small Relay
Case

Station ground connection provision.
6 5 5
4 3-Instrument
4-Test Switch
12
Secondary conduit space: All—maximum 4
of 1.00-inch (25.4 mm) projection. 5-Switch
6-Lock-out
Minimum clearance to LH side of
VacClad-W: 32.00 inches (812.8 mm).
3 3 3 3 3 Relay or
Switch 13
4 7-IQ Metering
Finished foundation surface shall be level 5 Unit
6 5
within 0.06-inch (1.5 mm) in 36.00 inches
(914.4 mm) left-to-right, front-to-back, and 14
diagonally, as measured by a laser level. Lower
2 2 2 7
Minimum clearance to front of VacClad-W: Hinged

70.00 inches (1778.0 mm). Panel
15
Floor steel if used, must not exceed this 1 1 1 1
dimension under VacClad-W.
16
17
Figure 5.5-13. Maximum Hinged
Panel Equipment 18
Note: The figure above shows that the
arrangement of components differs
between upper and lower panels. The figure
may also be used to select custom arrange-
19
ments of hinged panel components. Also,
the use of multi-purpose solid-state relays
such as Eaton’s Digitrip 3000 (same size as 20
7) will significantly reduce consumption of
panel space.
21

5.5-4
Sheet 05 062
i 6.00
(152.4)
Attach to the Switchgear
Channels Using Supplied Hardware (101.6)
ii 1.00 (25.4)
3.00 4.00 (101.6)

(76.2)
1 4.25 4.88 (124.0)

0.75 (19.1) (108.0)
0.63 (16.0)
2 1 Location for station

ground connection.
3 Power cable entrance
space. Refer to shop 6.00 (152.4) 4.50 (114.3)
order base plan drawing
2 Attach switchgear to for conduit locations.
foundation using one Conduit projection not
3 of the two holes.
Use 5/8" Grade 5 or
to exceed 8.00 inches (203.2 mm). Attach to the Floor at One of the Two Hole
Locations Shown Using 5/8" Grade 5 Bolt or
better bolt. Torque 4 Secondary control wiring Better Torque to 150 Ft.-Lbs.
to 150 ft.-lbs. conduit entrance space.
4 (Total of 4 mounting
bolts per vertical
section, one at each
Conduit stub ups not to
project more than 7.00 inches (177.8 mm).
2
Mounting Clip Details
corner.) 5 Finished foundation surface shall be level 4.50
within 0.06-inch (1.5 mm) in 36 inches
5 (914.4 mm) left-to-right, front-to-back, and
diagonally, as measured by a laser level.
2.00 (50.8)
5/8" Bolt & HDWE

Supplied by Customer
6.00
6 2.00 (50.8)
(152.4)
Optional
7 Rear Door
View “A”
8 2
36.00 (914.4)
7 GA Steel
2.75 (69.8) Minimum Recommended Clearance
Mounting Clip
Supplied by Eaton X
9 4.50 (114.3)
C
L
6.00 (152.4)
3.31 (84.1) 4.50 (114.3)

3 7.12 (180.8)
10 21.25 (539.8)
7.12
4.38 (111.3) 11.50 (292.1)
2.00 (50.8)
3 (180.8)
8.00 (203.2) 1 20.50
11 (520.7)
90.69 (2303.5)
90.27 (2292.8) 90.27 (2292.8)
12 101.25 (2571.8)
0.56 (14.2)
3.00 (76.2)
0.56 (14.2)
13 4
Channel
Locations
0.25 2.00 (50.8)
14 (6.4)
7.67 (194.8) 10.56 (268.2) 4.50 (114.3)
0.12
(3.0) (3.0)
15 Outdoor
End Wall
2
Outdoor
X
View X-X
End Wall
Grade Level
2.75 (69.8)
16 4.50 (114.3)
70.00 (1778)
36.00 (914.4) 36.00 (914.4) 36.00 (914.4) Minimum Recommended Clearance
17 Front of Switchgear
18
Figure 5.5-14. 5/15 kV Switchgear Outdoor Aisleless Base Plan (Typical Details)—Dimensions in Inches (mm)
19
20
21

5.5-5
Sheet 05 063
6.00
(152.4) i
Attach to the Switchgear
Attach to the Floor at Channels Using Supplied Hardware (101.6)
1.00 (25.4)
One of the Two Hole Locations
Shown Using 5/8" Grade 5 Bolt
or Better Torque to 150 Ft.-Lbs.
ii
3.00
6.50 (165.1) (76.2)
1.25
(31.8)
0.75 (19.1)
4.25
4.88 (124.0) 1
1 Location for station 3 Power cable entrance
2.75 0.63 (16.0)
ground connection. space. Refer to shop
(69.8)
5.75 (146.1)
2 5 Attach switchgear to
foundation using one
for conduit locations.
Conduit projection 6.00 (152.4) 4.50 (114.3)
2
of the two holes. not to exceed 5.75 (146.1)
Use 5/8" Grade 5 or 8.00 inches (203.2 mm).
3.75
better bolt. Torque
to 150 ft.-lbs.
(Total of 4 mounting
4 Secondary control wiring
conduit entrance space.
(95.3)
5
Attach to the Floor at
One of the Two Hole Locations
3
bolts per vertical Conduit stub ups not to Mounting Angle Details Shown Using 5/8" Grade 5 Bolt or
section, one at each project more than Better Torque to 150 Ft.-Lbs.
corner.) 7.00 inches (177.8 mm). 2
4
5 Finished foundation
surface shall be level within
0.06-inch (1.5 mm) 4.50
in 36 inches (914.4 mm)
left-to-right, front-to-back,
5/8" Bolt & HDWE
(114.3)
2.00 (50.8)
5
and diagonally, as measured
Supplied by
by a laser level.
Customer
6.00
(152.4) 6
2.00 (50.8)
Optional
Rear Door 7
View “ ”
2
8
7 GA Steel 36.00 (914.0)
2.75 (69.8)
Mounting Clip Minimum Recommended Clearance
Supplied by Eaton 4.50
(114.3)
X SEE ENLARGED
VIEW “A”
6.00 (152.4)
9
CL
4.50 (114.3)
3 7.12 (180.8)
7.00 (177.8)
0
(50.8)
10
21.25 (539.8) 4.38 (111.3) 11.50 (292.1)
3 7.12
Locations
(180.8)
11
Channel
20.50
8.00 (203.2) 1
(520.7)
90.69 (2303.5)
90.27
12
(2292.8)
0.56 (14.2)
3.00 (76.2)
0.56 (14.2)
13
4
3.00 (76.2) 3.38 (85.9)
167.23
14
(4247.6)
3.88 (98.5)
4.00 15
LOCATIONS
3.00 (76.2) (101.6)

Outdoor
CHANNEL
Typical 4.00 (101.6)

End Wall
0.75
Removable
(19.1)
11.50
16
Covers (292.1)
68.96
Aisle 11.40
(1751.6)
(289.6)
11.50
17
(292.1)
0.70
0.10
(17.8)
0.10
18
(2.5) (2.5)
0.12 (3.0)
Outdoor
End Wall X
4.50
(114.3)
19
2.75 (69.8)
4.50 (114.3) View X-X
38.00 (965.2) 36.00 (914.4) 36.00 (914.4) 36.00 (914.4) 38.00 (965.2)
20
Front of Switchgear
Figure 5.5-15. 5/15 kV Switchgear Outdoor Sheltered Aisle Base Plan (Typical Details)—Dimensions in Inches (mm)
21

5.5-6
Sheet 05 064
i Note: 1 Location for station 2 5 Attach switchgear to 3 Power cable entrance 4 Secondary control wiring conduit
First install both ground connection foundation using one space. Refer to shop entrance space. Conduit stub ups
rows of switchgear typical each end unit. of the two holes. order base plan drawing not to project more than
then install aisle Use 5/8" Grade 5 or for conduit locations. 7.00 inches (177.8 mm).
ii parts per drawing. (Later) better bolt. Torque
to 150 ft. lbs.
Conduit projection
not to exceed
(Total of 4 mounting 8.00 inches (203.2 mm). Attach to the Floor at
6.00 One of the Two Hole Locations
bolts per vertical (152.4) Shown Using 5/8" Grade 5 Bolt or
1 6.50
(165.1)
section, one at each
corner.) Attach to the Switchgear Better Torque to 150 Ft. Lbs.
Channels Using
6 Finished foundation 6.00
Supplied Hardware
surface shall be level (152.4)
(146.1)
2 5.75 (146.1)
within 0.06-inch
(1.5 mm) in 36.00 inches 4.00 (101.6)
3.75 (914.4 mm) left-to-right,
(95.3) front-to-back, and 4.88 (124.0)
diagonally, as measured
3 5
by a laser level. 2
Mounting Angle Details
4 Optional
Rear Door X
5
2
7 GA Steel 3.00 Minimum
36.00
Mounting Clip (76.2) Recommended
(914.4) 6.00 (152.4)
6 Supplied by Eaton
4.00
L
Clearance
4.50 (114.3)
3 7.12 (180.8) 00
7 21.25 (539.8) 11.50 (292.1) (50.8)
Locations
Channel
3
8.00 (203.2) 1 20.50
7.12 (180.8) (520.7)
8 90.69 (2303.5)
90.27
0.56 (14.2) (2292.8)
9 3.00 (76.2)
4
0.56 (14.2)
3.00 (76.2) 3.38 (85.8)
10 3.88 (98.5) 4.00 (101.6)
Locations
Channel
11 0.75
(19.1) 11.50
Removable 261.50
(292.1)
Covers 68.96 (6642.1)
(292.1) (1751.6)
12 Aisle 11.50
2.00
(50.8)
13 4.00 (101.6)
0.12
(3.0)
Outdoor
4 Outdoor
14 End Wall
38.00 36.00 36.00 36.00
End Wall
38.00
(965.2) (914.4) (914.4) (914.4) (965.2)
90.27
15 (2292.8)
Locations
Channel
16
17 0.12 (3.0)
3.00 (76.2) 36.00 Minimum
4.50 (114.3)
4.00 (101.6) (914.4) Recommended

Clearance View X-X
18
X
19 Figure 5.5-16. 5/15 kV Switchgear Outdoor Common Aisle Base Plan (Typical Details)—Dimensions in Inches (mm)
20
21

5.5-7
Sheet 05 065
Layout Dimensions—5 kV, 26.00-Inch (660.4 mm) Wide, Indoor Only (Standard Metal-Clad)
Layout Dimensions—5 kV—Dimensions in Inches (mm) i

Typical Units—Indoor Tie Breaker Bus Transition Available Configurations
Requirements ii

1
1200 Ampere 1200 Ampere Drawout
Breaker Breaker Auxiliary
2
3
Breaker Auxiliary Breaker
4

5
Drawout
Auxiliary 6
Figure 5.5-17. 26.00-Inch (660.4 mm) Wide
Typical Breaker/Breaker Vertical Section
7
Drawout
Auxiliary 8

9
Figure 5.5-20. Tie Breaker Bus Transition 10
Requirements Typical Weights
Breakers cannot be located in bus transition Table 5.5-3. Switchgear Assembly
compartment. (Less Breaker) 11
Type of Main Bus Weight
Vertical Rating, Lbs (kg)
Section Amperes 12
B/B 1200 2000 (908)
2000 2200 (999)
Figure 5.5-18. 26.00-Inch (660.4 mm) Wide B/A or A/B 1200 1700 (772)
13
Typical Auxiliary/Breaker Vertical Section 2000 1900 (863)
A/A 1200
2000
1600 (726)
1800 (817)
14
Table 5.5-4. Circuit Breaker
15
Type of Current Weight
Circuit Rating, Lbs (kg)
Breaker Amperes (Static)
16
50 VCPW-ND-250 1200 345 (157)
Breaker impact weight = 1.5 x static weight.
17
18
19

Typical Auxiliary/Auxiliary Vertical Section
21

5.5-8
Sheet 05 066
Layout Dimensions—5 kV, 26.00-Inch (660.4 mm) Wide, Indoor Only (Standard Metal-Clad)

i
2.00 2.00 6.00 (152.4)
ii (50.8)
22.00 (558.8)
(50.8)
2.00
(50.8)
22.00
(558.8)
2.00
(50.8) 6.00 (152.4)
3.00 (76.2) 3.00 (76.2) 7.00 (177.8)

1
23.00 23.00
(584.2)
➀ (584.2) 11.25 (285.8)
2 24 25
24.25
(619.9)

96.25 (2444.8)
Four Conduits
3
9.00
44.50 (1130.3)
(228.6)
4
60.88 (1546.4)
0.56
5 24.25 (14.2)
(619.9)
(4) Knockouts
for T
Top Secondary 3.00 Two Conduits
6 Conduit Entry (76.2) 3.38
(514.4) Figure 5.5-24. Primary Conduit Locations for

6.00
Top or Bottom Entry
7 (152.4) 0.25 (6.4) Member
0.56 (14.2) 5.56
Changes to 8.25 (209.6 mm) if optional
5 56
7.00 hinged rear doors are required.
(177.8)
(141.2)
Front
8 3.00 3.00
(76.2) (76.2)
9 Front Breaker or Auxiliary Structure

1 2
bottom entry.
Figure 5.5-22. Top View of Typical Indoor
10 Breaker and Auxiliary Structures Recommended minimum clearance to rear
Primary conduit locations for top Upper
Floor steel, if used, must not exceed 3.25
or bottom entry. 2 7 Hinged
inches (82.6 mm) under VacClad-W. Panel
11 Anchor locations: indoor–0.50-inch (12.7 mm)
1-Large Relay
bolts or weld, outdoor–0.50-inch (12.7 mm) Case
bolts. 3 3 4 2-Small Relay
12

Station ground connection provision.
6 5
Case
3-Instrument
Secondary conduit space: All–maximum 4-Test Switch
of 1.00-inch (25.4 mm) projection. 5-Switch
6-Lock-out
13 Minimum clearance to LH side of
VacClad-W: 26.00 inches (660.4 mm). 3 3 4
Relay or
Switch
Finished foundation surface shall be level 7-IQ Metering
within 0.06-inch (1.5 mm) in 36.00 inches 6 5 Unit
diagonally, as measured by a laser level. 1
Minimum clearance to front of VacClad-W: Lower
Hinged
15
70.00 inches (1778.0 mm). 7 Panel
Floor steel if used, must not exceed this
16 2 2
17
Figure 5.5-25. Maximum Hinged
Panel Equipment
18 Note: The figure above shows that the
19 may also be used to select custom arrange-
20 such as Eaton’s Digitrip 3000 (same size
as 7) will significantly reduce consumption
of panel space.
21

5.5-9
Sheet 05 067
Layout Dimensions—Special Design—5 kV, Low Profile 26.00-Inch (660.4 mm) Wide (Standard Metal-Clad)
ii
80.00
1
(2032.0) LL
(1)
521 RTH
2
36.00
(914.4)
SCD
0H7
Pad
3
80.00
(2032.0)
4
Figure 5.5-26. 5 kV, 1200A, 250 MVA VCP-W ND Low Profile 26.00-Inch
(660.4 mm) Wide Indoor Unit, Blank/Breaker
Figure 5.5-29. Tie Breaker Bus Transition Requirements 5
Depth can be reduced to 72.00 inches (1828.8 mm) if power cables
enter from top.
Auxiliary or 6
Blank
Blank 1200 Ampere 1200 Ampere

ND Breaker

Auxiliary or
ND Breaker

7
Blank
521 36.00
RTH
(914.4)
SCD Auxiliary or
8
0H7
Pad 1200 Ampere Blank 1200 Ampere Blank
ND Breaker ND Breaker
80.00
(2032.0)

Auxiliary or
9
Blank
10
Figure 5.5-30. Available Configurations (Front View)
Relays or control devices cannot be mounted on the circuit breaker
or auxiliary compartment door. 11
80.00 Typical Weights
(2032.0)
Table 5.5-5. Switchgear Assembly (Less Breaker)
12
Figure 5.5-27. 5 kV, 1200A, 250 MVA VCP-W ND Low Profile 26.00-Inch Vertical Section Main Bus Rating, Weight
(660.4 mm) Wide Indoor Unit, Breaker/Blank

Type Amperes Lbs (kg) 13
Depth can be reduced to 72.00 inches (1828.8 mm) if power cables
enter from below. B/A or A/B 1200 1500 (682)
2000 1700 (772)
A/A 1200 1400 (636)
14
2000 1600 (726)
Table 5.5-6. Circuit Breaker 15

Circuit Breaker Current Rating, Weight (Static)
Type Amperes Lbs (kg)
VTX
16
(2) 50 VCPW-ND-250 1200 345 (157)
80.00
(2032.0) Breaker impact weight = 1.5 x static weight.
LP
RTH
(2) 17
521
RTH
SCD
36.00
(914.4) 18
0H7
Pad
19
80.00
(2032.0)
20
Figure 5.5-28. 5 kV, 1200A, 250 MVA VCP-W ND Low Profile 26.00-Inch
(660.4 mm) Wide Indoor Unit, Auxiliary/Breaker
Depth can be reduced to 72.00 inch (1831.7 mm) if power cables enter 21
from top.

5.5-10
Sheet 05 068
Layout Dimensions—Special Design—5/15 kV, Low Profile 36.00-Inch (9.14.4 mm) Wide (Standard Metal-Clad)
i Access for
VT Cables
VT Cables
Blank
ii Either/Or
VT or CPT
2 80.00 Breaker
(2032.0)
CT
CT
3
36.00
CT
CT
(914.4) Figure 5.5-32. Tie Breaker Bus Transition Requirements

4
HTR BYZ(1)
SC
5
86.25
Auxiliary Blank Auxiliary
(2190.8)
6
Figure 5.5-31. 36.00-Inch (660.4 mm) Wide VCP-W Low Profile Indoor Unit
Other depths possible depending on cable entry direction and VT/CPT Auxiliary
7 connections. Contact Eaton. VCP-W VCP-W
Breaker Breaker
1200 or 1200, 2000
8 2000 A or 3000 A
Auxiliary
9
Figure 5.5-33. Available Configurations (Front View)
10 Typical Weights
Table 5.5-7. Assemblies (Less Breakers, See Table 5.5-2 for Breakers)
11 Vertical Section Main Bus Rating, Indoor Structure
Type Amperes Lbs (kg)
B/B 1200 2200 (999)

12 2000 2300 (1044)
3000 2400 (1090)
B/A or A/B 1200 2100 (953)
13 2000 2200 (999)
3000 2300 (1044)
A/A 1200 1800 (818)
14 2000 1900 (864)
3000 2000 (908)
15
16
17
18
19
20
21

5.5-11
Sheet 05 069
Layout Dimensions—27 kV, 36.00-Inch (914.4 mm) Wide (Standard Metal-Clad), One-High Design
Layout Dimensions—27 kV One-High Design—Dimensions in Inches (mm) i

Typical Units Available Configurations
ii
Drawout Drawout Drawout

1
VTs
T VTs
T VTs
T
1200 Ampere 2000 Ampere Drawout 3

Breaker Breaker VTs
T
5
Drawout
Figure 5.5-34. Indoor Figure 5.5-36. Indoor Auxiliaries Fuses
36.00-Inch (914.4 mm) Wide Typical 36.00-Inch (914.4 mm) Wide Typical 6
Auxiliary/Breaker Vertical Section Auxiliary/Auxiliary Vertical Section
Typical Weights in Lbs (kg) 7

Fixed
Table 5.5-8. Assemblies (Less Breakers) CPT
Type of Main Bus Indoor Outdoor
Vertical Rating Aisleless 8
Section Amperes
A/B 1200
2000
2500 (1135) 3400 (1545)
2600 (1180) 3500 (1591)
Figure 5.5-37. Available Configurations 9
A/A 1200 2200 (999) 2800 (1271)
2000 2300 (1045) 2900 (1317)
10
Type of
Breaker
Current Rating,
Amperes
11
1200 2000
270 VCP-W 750 415 (188) 475 (216)

12
Figure 5.5-35. Outdoor Aisleless 270 VCP-W 1000 415 (188) 475 (216)
Typical Auxiliary/Breaker Vertical Section 270 VCP-W 1250, 25C 415 (188) 475 (216)
270 VCP-W 40, 40C 415 (188) 475 (216) 13
Breaker impact = 1.5 x breaker weight.
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21

5.5-12
Sheet 05 070
Layout Dimensions—27 kV, 36.00-Inch (914.4 mm) Wide (Standard Metal-Clad), One-High Design

i
2.00 (50.8) 2.00 (50.8)
ii 2.00 (50.8) 2.00 (50.8)
6.00 (152.4)
6.00 (152.4)
32.00 (812.8)
32.00 (812.8)
7.00 (177.8)
1 3.00 (76.2)
3.00 (76.2)
23.00 11.25 (285.8)

23.00
(584.2)
2 (584.2)
96.25 (2444.8)
34.25 Four Conduits
3 (870.0)
9.00 (228.6)
4
34 (863.6)
59.31 (1506.5)
5
0.56
(14.2) Two Conduits
(2) Knockouts 34.25
6 for T
Top Secondary
Conduit Entry
(870.0)
3.00
3.88 Figure 5.5-40. Primary Conduit Locations for
(76.2) Top or Bottom Entry
(98.6)
7 15.50
(393.7)
3.88 (98.6) Changes to 8.25 inches (209.6 mm) if
optional hinged rear doors are required.
0.25 (6.35) Member
8 50
8.50
0.56 (14.2)
8 (215.9)
(215 9)
5.56
Front (141.2)
3.00 3.00
3 00
(76.2) (76.2) 1 1 1 2
Front
9
Figure 5.5-38. Top View of Typical Indoor Figure 5.5-39. Base Plan of a Typical Indoor
10 Breaker and Auxiliary Structures Breaker or Auxiliary Structure
Upper
Primary conduit locations for top or Primary conduit locations for top or 2 2 2 7 Hinged
bottom entry. bottom entry. Panel

11 Recommended minimum clearance to rear
1-Large Relay
Case
Floor steel, if used, must not exceed 3 3 3 3 3 2-Small Relay
3.25 inches (82.6 mm) under VacClad-W. 4
12 Anchor locations: indoor—0.50-inch 6 5 5
4
3-Instrument
(12.7 mm) bolts or weld, outdoor—

t
0.50-inch (12.7 mm) bolts. Relay or
13 Station ground connection provision.
7-IQ Metering
Secondary conduit space: All—maximum Unit
of 1.00-inch (25.4 mm) projection. No devices on the
breaker compartment

14 Minimum clearance to LH side of
VacClad-W: 32.00 inches (812.8 mm).
door.
Lower
Finished foundation surface shall be level Hinged
Panel
within 0.06-inch (1.5 mm) in 36.00 inches
Minimum clearance to front of VacClad-W:
16
72.00 inches (1828.8 mm).
Floor steel if used, must not exceed this
17 Note: Outdoor Aisleless Base Plan—
27 kV switchgear outdoor Aisleless base Figure 5.5-41. Maximum Hinged
plan details are same as 5/15 kV outdoor Panel Equipment
18 Aisleless switchgear. Refer to Figure 5.5-14.
Note: The figure above shows that the
19 may also be used to select custom arrange-
20 such as Eaton’s Digitrip 3000 (same size as
device 7) will significantly reduce
consumption of panel space.
21

5.5-13
Sheet 05 071
Layout Dimensions—27 kV Two-High Design
Layout Dimensions—27 kV Two-High Design— Tie Breaker Bus Transition

i
Dimensions in Inches (mm) Requirements
Typical Units—Indoor ii

4

5
Figure 5.5-42. Indoor 36.00-Inch (914.4 mm) Figure 5.5-43. 36.00-Inch (914.4 mm) Wide
Wide Typical Breaker-over-Breaker Typical Auxiliary-over-Breaker 6
Vertical Section Vertical Section
For 1-high arrangement (1 breaker per cell),
depth may be reduced to 108.64 inches
(2759.5 mm).
7
Available Configurations 8

Figure 5.5-45. Tie Breaker Bus Transition

9
Blank 1200 Ampere Drawout CPT Primary 1200 Ampere 1200 Ampere Requirements

Breaker VTs
T Fuse
Drawer Breaker Breaker Breakers cannot be located in bus transition
compartment.
10
H
100.00 Typical Weights 11
(2540.0)
1200 Ampere 1200 Ampere 1200 Ampere 1200 Ampere Table 5.5-10. Assemblies (Less Breakers)
or or or or Blank Drawout Type of Main Bus Weight
2000 Ampere 2000 Ampere 2000 Ampere 2000 Ampere VTs
T Vertical Rating, Lbs (kg) 12
Breaker Breaker Breaker Breaker Section Amperes
Aux/Bkr 1200 2500 (1135)

36.00 2000 2600 (1180) 13
(914.4) 2500 2600 (1180)
2700 2700 (1227)
Aux/Aux 1200 2200 (1000) 14
2000 2300 (1046)
Drawout Blank CPT Primary CPT Primary CPT Primary Blank
2500 2300 (1046)
VTs Fuse
Drawer Fuse
Drawer FuseDrawer 2700 2400 (1091) 15
Bkr/Bkr 1200 2700 (1227)
H 2000 2800 (1273)
100.00
(2540.0)
2500
2700
2800 (1273)
2900 (1318)
16
Drawout Drawout Drawout CPT Blank Blank Refer to Table 5.5-9 for breaker weights.

VTs VTs VTs
17
18
Available Main Bus Ratings for 27 kV two-high design are 1200A, 2000A, 2500A or 2700A.
Bus connected, maximum 4A fuses. CPT is installed remote from the switchgear. 19
Fuses are bus or line connected. CPT is installed in front bottom, on drawout frame.
Maximum CPT size is single-phase 37.5 kVA or three-phase 45 kVA.
Bus or Line connected, maximum 4A fuses. CPT is installed remote from the switchgear. 20

21

5.5-14
Sheet 05 072
Typical Floor Plan—27 kV Two-High, Indoor
i Typical Floor Plan—27 kV Two-High, Indoor
ii
1 5
36.00
(914.4)
2 Min. Rear 1 Anchor locations for 0.50-inch (12.7 mm) bolts SAE
2.00 2.00 Grade 5 or better, (6) places in each vertical section.
32.00
(50.8) (812.8) (50.8) 2 Secondary control wiring conduit openings, conduit
3 A projection must not exceed 1.00 inch (25.4 mm).
3.00 3 Minimum front clearance when using
(76.2) Eaton’s portable lifter.
4 Line
8
32.00
Compt. 0.88 1 4 Minimum left-hinged panel clearance.
(812.8)
(22.4)
5 5 Recommended minimum rear clearance.
1 6 Finished foundation surface shall be level within

6 Bus
Compt.
2.00 9 0.06-inch (1.5 mm) in 36.00 inches (914.4 mm)
left-to-right, front-to-back, and diagonally,
(50.8) 10
as measured by a laser level.
118.64 9.00
(3013.5) (228.6)
7 48.00 6
7 4.25 inches (108.0 mm) maximum dimension under
the front of the switchgear must not be exceeded
Supplied by Customer to avoid interference with secondary conduits.
(1219.2)
65.97
8 Breaker
1 0.88 (1675.6)
8 Primary (H.V.) conduit projection must not exceed
2.00 inches (50.8 mm). See shop order base plan
Compt. 10 for conduit locations.
(22.4)
1
9 Customer's ground provisions, provided as shown
9 1.00 by symbol on shop order sectional side views.
7.00 (25.4) 10 5.00 inches (127.0 mm) minimum foundation

Control 2
22.25 3.00 (177.8) supports for attaching switchgear.
10 Compt. (565.2) (76.2) 2
1
10.96
(278.4)
11 3.00 3.00
7
1.32 (76.2) (76.2)
4.25 Section A-A
(33.5) 0.59 0.59 (108.0)
12 (15.0) (15.0)
A
32.00 36.00
(812.8) (914.4) Top Entry Secondary Control
4
13 Min.
Front
Knockouts for 1.38" (35.1)
or 1.75 (44.5) Conduits
72.00
14 (1828.8)
7.80
Min.
(198.1)
3
7.38
15 (187.5)
3.00 3.00
16 (76.2) (76.2)
36.00
(914.4)
17
18 Figure 5.5-46. Typical Floor Plan—27 kV Two-High, Indoor
19
20
21 Dimensions for estimating purposes only.

5.5-15
Sheet 05 073
Layout Dimensions—38 kV, 42.00-Inch (1066.8 mm) Wide (Standard Metal-Clad), 170 kV BIL Design
Layout Dimensions—38 kV, 170 kV BIL Design— i

Typical Units Typical Weights in Lbs (kg) ii
Table 5.5-11. Assemblies (Less Breakers)
Type of Main Bus Indoor 1
Vertical Rating
Section Amperes
Breaker 1200 3300 (1500) 2

2000 3400 (1545)
2500 3555 (1616)
3000 3555 (1616) 3
Auxiliary 1200 3200 (1453)
2000 3300 (1500)
2500
3000
3455 (1570)
3455 (1570)
4
5
Type of Current Rating, Amperes
Breaker 1200 2000
380 VCP-W-16, 16C 1080 (490) 1140 (518)

6
Figure 5.5-47. Indoor—Typical Breaker, Vertical Section, Bottom Cable Exit 380 VCP-W-25, 25C 1080 (490) 1140 (518)
Bus side CT bushings are not provided if there are no bus side CTs. 380 VCP-W-32, 32C 1080 (490) 1140 (518)
380 VCP-W-21 1080 (490) 1140 (518) 7
380 VCP-W-40, 40C 1080 (490) 1140 (518)
1080 (490) 1140 (518)
8
10
11
12
13
Figure 5.5-48. Indoor—Typical Auxiliary/Auxiliary 14
15
16
17

18
19
20
Figure 5.5-49. Indoor—Typical Bus Tie Breaker, Vertical Section

21
Bus side CT bushings are not provided if there are no bus side CTs.

5.5-16
Sheet 05 074
Layout Dimensions—38 kV, 42.00-Inch (1066.8 mm) Wide (Standard Metal-Clad), 170 kV BIL Design

i
3.75 (95.3) 3.50 (88.9) B B
ii 4.15
(105.4)
42.00 (1066.8)
3.75 (95.3)
A C A
34.50 (876.3) ➂
34.50 (876.3)
9.00 (228.6)
4.15 (105.4)
1 ➃
16.00 (406.4) ➀ 7.00 (177.8)

16.00
➁
(406.4)
2 A = 13.75 (349.3)
B = 4.50 (114.3)
C = 5.50 (139.7)
128.75 (3270.3)
39.60 Four Conduits
(1005.8)
3 ➄ ➄ 7.00 (177.8) 7.00 (177.8)
➅
12.00 (304.8) 9.00 (228.6)
4
65.85 (1672.6) 7.00 (177.8)
61.62 (1565.2)
5 Top Secondary
T
Conduit Space
Three Conduits
39.60
6 7.5
50 (190.5)
➄ (1005.8) ➄
3.38 (85.9) 9.00 (228.6)
30.90 ➆ 7.50 (190.5)
7 2.20 (55.9)
3.00 (76.2)
Front (784.4)
15.38 (390.7) 7.00 (177.8)
➃
3.00 (76.2)
8 Figure 5.5-50. Top View of Typical Indoor 1.48

Front
Breaker and Auxiliary Structures ➇ (37.6)
Primary conduit locations for top or Two Conduits
9 bottom entry.
Breaker and Auxiliary Structure
12.00 (304.8)
10 1 1 1
bottom entry.
Recommended minimum clearance to rear
7
11 Floor steel, if used, must not exceed 3.25
inches (82.6 mm) under VacClad-W.
3 Single Conduit
4 Control Anchor locations: indoor—0.50-inch
12 5 5 5 6 4
Compt.
Door
(12.7 mm) bolts or weld, outdoor—0.50-inch
(12.7 mm) bolts. Figure 5.5-53. Primary Conduit Locations for
1-Large Relay Station ground connection provision.
Case Top or Bottom Entry

13 3-Instrument
4-Test
T Switch
Secondary conduit space: All—maximum
of 1.00-inch (25.4 mm) projection.
Changes to 10.25 inches (260.4 mm) if
5- optional hinged rear doors are required.
Minimum clearance to LH side of
6-Lock-out Changes to 13.25 inches (336.6 mm) if
Relay or VacClad-W: 38.00 inches (965.2 mm).
14 Switch
7-IQ Metering
Finished foundation surface shall be level
optional hinged rear doors are required.
Unit within 0.06-inch (1.5 mm) in 36.00 inches

(914.4 mm) left-to-right, front-to-back, and
15 No devices on the
breaker compartment
door. Minimum clearance to front of VacClad-W:
Breaker
84.00 inches (2133.6 mm).
16 Compt.
Door
17
18
Figure 5.5-51. Maximum Hinged Panel
Equipment
19 Note: The figure above shows that the
arrangement of components. The figure
may also be used to select custom arrange-
20 ments of hinged panel components. Also,
such as Eaton’s Digitrip 3000 (same size as
21 device 7) will significantly reduce
consumption of panel space.

5.5-17
Sheet 05 075
Layout Dimensions—38 kV, 150 kV BIL Design
Layout Dimensions—38 kV, 150 kV BIL Design— i

Typical Units Typical Weights in Lbs (kg) ii
Type of Main Bus Indoor 1
Vertical Rating
Section Amperes
Breaker 1200 3100 (1409) 2

2000 3200 (1455)
2500 3355 (1525)
Auxiliary 1200 3000 (1364) 3
2000 3100 (1409)
2500 3355 (1525)
Refer to Table 5.5-12 for breaker weights. 4
6
Figure 5.5-54. Indoor—Typical Breaker, Main or Feeder
7
10
11
12
Figure 5.5-55. Typical Auxiliary-over-Auxiliary 13
14
15
16
17
18
Figure 5.5-56. Typical Bus Tie Breaker

19
20

21

5.5-18
Sheet 05 076
Layout Dimensions—38 kV, 150 kV BIL Design
i Layout Dimensions—38 kV, 150 kV BIL Design—Dimensions in Inches (mm)
ii
1 Suggested locations for
1 0.500-13 bolts or welding.
Rear
5 Min. 2 Secondary conduit location bottom
entrance. Conduit projection must
2 42.00
(1066.8) Max. not exceed 1.00 inch (25.4 mm).
7A
8 3.00
3.75 3.75 (76.2) 3 Recommended minimum clearance
3 (95.2) (95.2) on all sides—follow local regulations.
4 Minimum left-hinged panel clearance.

34.50
4 1.16 16.00 (876.3) 5 Recommended minimum real
Line (29.5) (406.4) clearance—follow local regulations.
Compt.
5 6 Finished foundation surface shall be
level within 0.06-inch (1.5 mm)
Unfinished Foundation Under Switchgear

2.00 in 36.00 inches (914.4 mm) left-to-right,
(50.8) 1 6
front-to-back, and diagonally, as
6 10
measured by a laser level.
8.69
(220.7)
7A Floor steel if used, must not exceed
7 this dimension under switchgear.
68.48
(1739.4) 9 124.36 7B Finished foundation (within
Bus (3158.7) 0.08-inch (2.0 mm) clearance) must
8 Compt. extend under switchgear minimum
1.50 inches (38.1 mm) to maximum
3.00 inches (76.2 mm).
9 2.00
(50.8) 39.60 8 Primary (H.V.) conduit projection
(1005.8) 73.24
must not exceed 2.00 inches (50.8 mm).
(1860.3)
See shop order base plan for conduit
10 locations.
2
Breaker 7.50 1 9 Customer‘s ground provisions
1.75
11 Compt.
30.88 (44.4)
(190.5) provided as shown by symbol on
shop order sectional side views.
(784.4) 3.00 15.38 1.23
(76.2) (390.7) (31.3)
10 4.00 inches (101.6 mm) minimum
12 channel supplied by customer.
Floor Plate Max.
1.00
(25.4) 7A 3.00
13 Door
(76.2)
Alternate Secondary Conduit
Min. Location Top Entrance
14 38.00
(965.2)
42.00
(1066.8) 42.00
4 (1066.8)
15 1.94
(49.3)
Front
3 Min. 7.50
16 84.00 (190.5)
(2133.6) 7B
3.54 3.00
17 (89.9) (76.2)
18
19 Figure 5.5-57. Indoor—Typical Indoor Base Plan
20
21

5.5-19
Sheet 05 077
Typical Arc-Resistant Switchgear Application Layouts—5 and 15 kV
Typical Application Layouts

i
ii
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
Figure 5.5-58. Typical Arc-Resistant Switchgear Application Layouts—5 and 15 kV
19
Notes:
1. Maximum number of CTs: Two 2. Bottom entry is standard for all 3. All lineups shown can be provided
sets of standard or one set of high power cables. In breaker over in mirrored configuration. 20
accuracy CTs can be installed on breaker arrangement, maximum
each side of the circuit breaker. number of cables is limited to 4. Refer to Figure 5.5-61 to 5.5-66 for
two per phase for each breaker. dimensions. 21

5.5-20
Sheet 05 078

i
ii
10
11
Figure 5.5-59. Typical Arc-Resistant Switchgear Application Layouts—5 and 15 kV
12 Notes:
1. Maximum number of CTs: Two
sets of standard or one set of high
13 accuracy CTs can be installed on
each side of the circuit breaker.
14 2. Bottom entry is standard for all
power cables. In breaker over
breaker arrangement, maximum
15 number of cables is limited to
two per phase for each breaker.
3. All lineups shown can be provided
16 in mirrored configuration.
4. Refer to Figure 5.5-61 to 5.5-66 for
17 dimensions.
18
19
20
21

5.5-21
Sheet 05 079
Typical Application Layouts (Continued)

i
ii
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
Figure 5.5-60. Typical Arc-Resistant Switchgear Application Layouts—5 and 15 kV 19
Notes:
1. Maximum number of CTs: Two 2. Bottom entry is standard for all 3. All lineups shown can be provided 20
sets of standard or one set of high power cables. In breaker over in mirrored configuration.
accuracy CTs can be installed on breaker arrangement, maximum
each side of the circuit breaker. number of cables is limited to
dimensions. 21
two per phase for each breaker.

5.5-22
Sheet 05 080
Available Arc-Resistant Switchgear Configurations (Front Views)—5 and 15 kV
Available Configurations
i
ii
32.00 Arc exhaust
1 (812.8) plenum
2
Control 1200A 1200A Auxiliary 1200A
Compartment Breaker Breaker (VT, CPT Breaker
or Fuses)
3 (with relay
box)
(with relay
box)
(with relay
box)
(no relays)
4
Control Control Control Control Control
95.00 Compartment Compartment Compartment Compartment Compartment
5 (2413.0)
1200A Control 1200A 1200A Auxiliary

(VT, CPT
6 Breaker
(with relay
Compartment Breaker
(with relay
Breaker
(with relay or Fuses)
box) box) box)
(no relays)
7
9 32.00
(812.8)
10
Auxiliary 2000A 1200A 2000A 2000A
11 (VT, CPT
or Fuses)
Breaker Breaker Breaker Breaker
(with relay (with relay (with relay (with relay
box) box) box) box)
(no relays)
12
13 95.00
(2413.0) Dynamic Vent Dynamic Vent Dynamic Vent Dynamic Vent Dynamic Vent
14 2000A Auxiliary
(VT, CPT
2000A 1200A 20000A
Breaker Breaker Breaker Breaker
(with relay or Fuses) (with relay (with relay (with relay
box) box) box) box)
15 (no relays)
16 (Notes 1, 2) (Notes 1, 2) (Notes 1, 2, 3) (Notes 1, 2, 3) (Notes 1, 3, 4)

36.00
(914.14)
17
Notes:
1 = Please note that the only control space available for relays and LV devices for this configuration
18 is the relay box located on the breaker compartment door.
2 = Maximum current through a 2000A breaker in this location must be limited to 1750A.
3 = This configuration requires use of a 4000A main bus.
4 = Maximum current through each 2000A breaker in this configuration must be limited to 1750A each.
19
20
Figure 5.5-61. Available Arc-Resistant Switchgear Configurations (Front Views)—5 and 15 kV
21

5.5-23
Sheet 05 081
Available Arc-Resistant Switchgear Configurations (Front Views)—5 and 15 kV
i
ii
32.00 Arc exhaust
(812.8) plenum 1
Auxiliary Auxiliary Blank or

2
Control (VT, CPT Control (VT, CPT Transistion
Compartment or Fuses) Compartment or Fuses) to Ampgard
3
(no relays) (no relays)
4
Control Control Control Control
95.00 Compartment Compartment Compartment Compartment
(2413.0) Dynamic Vent 5
Auxiliary Auxiliary Control Blank or
2000/3000A (VT, CPT (VT, CPT
Breaker or Fuses) or Fuses)
Compartment Auxiliary 6
(with relay
box) (no relays) (no relays)
7
32.00
9
(812.8)
10
2000/3000A 3000A 3000A FC 3000A FC 4000A FC 11

Breaker Breaker Breaker Breaker Breaker
(with relay (with relay (with relay (with relay (with relay
box) box) box) box) box) 12
Fan Fan
Control 13
95.00 Compartment
(2413.0) Dynamic Vent Dynamic Vent Dynamic Vent Dynamic Vent
Auxiliary Auxiliary Fans located

14
(VT, CPT (VT, CPT inside this
Control or Fuses) Control or Fuses)
Compartment Compartment compartment
15
(no relays) (no relays)
Dynamic Vent
16
(Notes 2, 5) (Notes 1, 5) (Note 6) (Notes 1, 6) (Note 7)
36.00
(914.14) 17
Notes:
1 = Please note that the only control space available for relays and LV devices for this configuration
is the relay box located on the breaker compartment door. 18
6 = Maximum current allowed through a 3000A circuit breaker in this configuration is 3000A
with fans running, and 2500A when fans are not running.
19
7 = Maximum current allowed through a 3000A circuit breaker in this configuration is 4000A
with fans running, and 2500A when fans are not running.
20
Figure 5.5-61. Available Arc-Resistant Switchgear Configurations (Front Views)—5 and 15 kV (Continued)
21

5.5-24
Sheet 05 082
Typical Arc-Resistant Switchgear (Side Views)—5 and 15 kV
Typical Sectional Side Views

i
ii
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
Figure 5.5-62. Typical Arc-Resistant Switchgear (Side Views)—5 and 15 kV
21

5.5-25
Sheet 05 083
Typical Sectional Side Views (Continued)

i
ii
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
Figure 5.5-63. Typical Arc-Resistant Switchgear (Side Views)—5 and 15 kV
21

5.5-26
Sheet 05 084
Typical Sectional Side Views (Continued)

i
ii
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21 Figure 5.5-64. Typical Arc-Resistant Switchgear (Side Views)—5 and 15 kV

5.5-27
Sheet 05 085
Typical Arc-Resistant Switchgear—Weights—5 and 15 kV
5/15 kV Arc-Resistant Switchgear—Typical Weights

i
Type of Main Bus Indoor Structure Indoor Structure Indoor Structure
Vertical Section Rating 36.00-Inch (914.4 mm) W
97.50-Inch (2476.5 mm) D
36.00-Inch (914.4 mm) W
109.50-Inch (2781.3 mm) D
36.00-Inch (914.4 mm) W
121.50-Inch (3086.1 mm) D
ii
Amperes Lbs (kg) Lbs (kg) Lbs (kg)
Breaker/breaker 1200 2800 (1271) 3025 (1374) 3175 (1441)

1
2000 2900 (1317) 3175 (1441) 3375 (1532)
3000 3000 (1362) 3275 (1487) 3475 (1578)
4000 3100 (1407) 3375 (1532) 3575 (1623) 2
Blank/breaker or 1200 2700 (1226) 2900 (1317) 3125 (1419)
breaker/blank 2000 2800 (1271) 3125 (1419) 3175 (1441)
3000
4000
2900 (1317)
3000 (1362)
3150 (1430)
3275 (1487)
3325 (1510)
3475 (1578)
3
Auxiliary/breaker or 1200 2650 (1203) 2850 (1294) 2975 (1351)
breaker/auxiliary 2000
3000
2750 (1248)
2850 (1294)
2975 (1351)
3100 (1407)
3225 (1464)
3275 (1487)
4
4000 2950 (1339) 3225 (1464) 3450 (1566)
Auxiliary/auxiliary 1200 2600 (1180) 2800 (1271) 2925 (1328)
2000 2700 (1226) 2925 (1328) 3175 (1441)
5
3000 2800 (1271) 3050 (1385) 3225 (1464)
4000 2900 (1317) 3175 (1441) 3375 (1532)
Blank/auxiliary or 1200 2500 (1135) 2700 (1226) 2825 (1283) 6
auxiliary/blank 2000 2600 (1180) 2825 (1283) 2975 (1351)
3000 2700 (1226) 2950 (1339) 3125 (1419)
4000 2800 (1271) 3075 (1396) 3275 (1487) 7
Blank/blank 1200 2500 (1135) 2700 (1226) 2825 (1283)
2000 2600 (1180) 2825 (1283) 2975 (1351)
3000
4000
2700 (1226)
2800 (1271)
2950 (1339)
3075 (1396)
3125 (1419)
3275 (1487)
8
Refer to Table 5.5-2 for breaker weights.
Add weights of end-wall to left and right end structures as follows:
350 Lbs (159.1 kg) for 97.50-inch (2476.5) D structures.
9
Add plenum weight as follows: 10
300 Lbs (136.4 kg) to left and right end structures.
200 Lbs (91.0 kg) to each intermediate structures.
Add arc duct assembly weight as follows:
200.00 Lbs (91.0 kg) for standard 51.00-inch (1295.4 mm) arc exhaust duct assembly.
11
30.00 Lbs (14.0 kg) per foot for additional arc duct.
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21

5.5-28
Sheet 05 086
Typical Top Plan

i
36.00 36.00 36.00
ii End Wall 1.50
(38.1) (914.4) (914.4) (914.4)
1.50 End Wall
(38.1)
18.00 18.00 18.00 18.00 18.00 18.00
1 (457.2) (457.2) (457.2) (457.2) (457.2) (457.2)
3.00 3.00
(76.2) (76.2)
3.00 3.00
2 (76.2) 7.00 7.00 (76.2) 7.00 1.25
(177.8) (177.8) (177.8) (31.8)
4
9.00
(228.6)
5 6.00
(152.4)
6.00
(152.4)
9.00
(228.6)
6.00
(152.4)
6.00
(152.4)
7
81.00 108.00
8 (2057.4)
Plenum
(2743.2)
10
11
12 15.25
(387.4)
13
VS #1 VS #2 VS #3
Front
14 Top View
Figure 5.5-65. Typical Arc-Resistant Switchgear, Top Entry Cables—Typical Conduit Entrance Locations—5 and 15 kV
15 Note: For switchgear with enclosure arc ratings of up to 41 kA rms symmetrical,
minimum two vertical sections and one arc duct exit are required.
For switchgear with enclosure arc ratings of 50 kA rms symmetrical or higher,
16 minimum three vertical sections and two arc duct exits are required.
17
18
19
20
21

5.5-29
Sheet 05 087
Typical Arc-Resistant Switchgear Floor Plan—5 and 15 kV
Typical Floor Plan

i
ii
2
1 Suggested locations for 0.50-inch
(12.7 mm) bolts or welding.
2 Secondary control wiring conduit
3
openings, conduit projection must not
exceed 1.00 inch (25.4 mm).
3 Minimum front clearance when using 4
Eaton’s portable lifter.
4 Minimum left-hinged panel
clearance.
5 Recommended minimum rear
5
clearance.
6 Finished foundation surface shall be
level within 0.06-inch (1.5 mm) in 6
36.00 inches (914.4 mm) left-to-right,
measured by a laser level. 7
7A Floor steel, if used, must not exceed
this dimension under the switchgear.
7B Finished foundation (within 0.06-inch
[1.5 mm] clearance) must extend
8
under the switchgear a minimum of
1.50 inches (38.1 mm) to a maximum
of 3.00 inches (76.2 mm). 9
8 Primary (H.V.) conduit projection
must not exceed 2.00 inches
(50.8 mm). See shop order base
plan for conduit locations.
10
9 Customer’s ground provisions
provided as shown by symbol on the
shop order’s sectional side views. 11
10 4.00 inches (101.6 mm) minimum
channel supplied by customer.
11 Foundation under the switchgear 12
must be at least 3.00 inches
(76.2 mm) thick.
13
14
15
16
17
18
Figure 5.5-66. Typical Arc-Resistant Switchgear Floor Plan—5 and 15 kV

19
20
21

5.5-30
Sheet 05 088
Typical Arc-Resistant Switchgear Application Layouts—27 kV

i
ii
10
11
12
13
14 Figure 5.5-67. Typical Arc-Resistant Switchgear Application Layouts—27 kV

Notes:
15 1. Maximum number of CTs: Two
sets of standard or one set of high
accuracy CTs can be installed on
16 each side of the circuit breaker.
2. Bottom entry is standard for all
power cables, maximum four
17 per phase.
18 dimensions.
4. 27 kV arc-resistant switchgear can
be supplied in one-high design
19 configuration only.
20
21

5.5-31
Sheet 05 089
Available Arc-Resistant Switchgear Configurations (Front Views)—27 kV
Available Configurations (Continued)

i
ii
40.00 1
(1016.0)
6
90.37
(225.0)
7
No Relays No Relays No Relays 9
10
11
42.00
(1067.0)
12
Figure 5.5-68. Available Arc-Resistant Switchgear Configurations (Front Views)—27 kV
Please note that an additional 48.00-inch (1219.2 mm) clearance is required above
the arc wall for arc exhaust.
13
Typical Weights in Lbs (kg) 14
Type of Main Bus Indoor
Vertical Rating Structure 15
Section Amperes
Control/breaker 1200
2000
2700 (1226)
2800 (1271)
16
Control/auxiliary 1200 2400 (1090)
2000 2500 (1135)
Refer to Table 5.5-9 for breaker weights.
17
18
19
20
21

5.5-32
Sheet 05 090
Typical Arc-Resistant Switchgear Sectional (Side Views)—27 kV
Typical Sectional Side Views—Dimensions in Inches (mm)

i
ii
40.00 40.00
(1016.0)
1 (1016.0)
4 90.37 90.37
(2295.0) (2295.0)
5
7 108.63 108.63
(2759.0) (2759.0)
8
10 40.00 40.00
(1016.0) (1016.0)
11
12
13
90.37 90.37
14 (2295.0) (2295.0)
15
16
108.63 108.63
17 (2759.0) (2759.0)
18
Figure 5.5-69. Typical Arc-Resistant Switchgear Sectional (Side Views)—27 kV
19
20
21

5.5-33
Sheet 05 091
Typical Arc-Resistant Switchgear Floor Plan—27 kV
Typical Floor Plan—Dimensions in Inches (mm)

i
ii
Rear
1
42.00
(1066.8) Min.
5 42.00
(1067) 1.00 1B Bottom cable entrance. 2
5.50 (25) 2 Secondary control
(140) wiring conduit openings,
location bottom entrance 3
(optional; only by special order).
4.00 3 Minimum front clearance.
14.00
(356) 1B (102)
Minimum left clearance.
4
4
5 Recommended minimum
6.00
(152)
rear clearance. 5
6 Finished foundation surface shall
30.00
108.62 be level within 0.06-inch (1.5 mm)
(762)
(2759)
7
4.00 in 36.00 inches (914.4 mm) left-to-right,
6
(102)
measured by a laser level.
7 102 mm base channel. 7
3.00
50.38
(76) 8
1.38 6.00
(1280)
2 (35) (152) Standard Secondary Conduit
Location Top Entrance 9
3.00 10
1.00 4.75 (76)
(25) (121) 1.12
(29) 3.25
(83)
11
38.00
(965.2)
Min.
4 Front 6.00
12
72.00 1.00 (152)
(1829) (25)
Min. 13
3
14
15
Figure 5.5-70. Typical Arc-Resistant Switchgear Floor Plan—27 kV 16
17
18
19
20
21

5.5-34
Sheet 05 092
Typical Arc-Resistant Switchgear Application Layouts—38 kV

i
ii
7 Notes:
1. Maximum # of CTS:
■ Bus Side
8 2 sets of standard or
1 set of high accuracy
■ Line/Cable side
9 3 sets of standard or
1 set of standard and
1 set of high accuracy
2. CT mounting bushings
10 on bus side are provided
only when bus side CTs
are included.
11 3. Bottom entry is standard f
or all power cables. Contact
Eaton if top entry is required.
4. Refer to Figure 5.5-72 to 5.5-74
12 for dimensions.
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21 Figure 5.5-71. Typical Arc-Resistant Switchgear Application Layouts—38 kV

5.5-35
Sheet 05 093
Available Arc-Resistant Switchgear Configurations (Front Views)—38 kV
i
ii
40.00
(1016.0)
1
4
100.00 5
(2540.0)
9
42.00 10
(1067.0)
Figure 5.5-72. Available Arc-Resistant Switchgear Application Layouts (Front Views)—38 kV 11

Please note that an additional 48.00-inch
(1219.2 mm) clearance is required above
the arc wall for arc exhaust. 12
Typical Weights in Lbs (kg)
Table 5.5-16. Assemblies (Less Breakers) 13
Type of Main Bus Indoor
Vertical Rating Structure
Section Amperes 14
Breaker cell 1200 3500 (1589)
2000
2500
3700 (1680)
4000 (1816)
15
3000 4000 (1816)
Auxiliary cell 1200 3000 (1362)
2000 3200 (1453) 16
2500 3500 (1589)
3000 3500 (1589)
Refer to Table 5.5-12 for breaker weights. 17
18
19
20
21

5.5-36
Sheet 05 094
Typical Arc-Resistant Switchgear Sectional (Side Views)—38 kV
Typical Sectional—Dimensions in Inches (mm)

i
ii
40.00
(1016.0)
1
3
100.00
4 (2540.0)
7 129.75
(3296.0)
9 40.00
(1016.0)
10
11
12
100.00
(2540.0)
13
14
15
129.75
16 (3296.0)
17
Figure 5.5-73. Typical Arc-Resistant Switchgear Sectional (Side Views)—38 kV
18
19
20
21

5.5-37
Sheet 05 095
Typical Arc-Resistant Switchgear Floor Plan—38 kV
Typical Floor Plan—Dimensions in Inches (mm)

i
ii
1
42.00 5
(1066.8)
Min. 2
Rear 7B 3.00
(7.6)
3.75
(9.5)
34.50
(87.6)
3.75
(9.5) 4.15
(10.5)
Max. 3
Line
16.00
4
Compt
(40.6)
8 .88
1 Suggested locations for 0.50-Inch
(12.7 mm) bolts or welding.
5
(22.3) 2 Secondary control wiring conduit
openings, conduit projection must
2.00
not exceed 1.00 inch (25.4 mm). 6
3 Minimum front clearance.
(5.1) 40.24 1
Bus (102.2) 4 Minimum left-hinged
Compt
5
panel clearance.
Recommended minimum
7
10 rear clearance.
Unfinished Foundation Under Switchgear

6 Finished foundation surface shall be
14.63
9
level within 0.06-inch (1.5 mm)
in 36.00 inches (914.4 mm) left-to-right,
8
129.75 (37.2)
(329.5) measured by a laser level.
6
7A Floor steel if used, must not exceed
dimension under switchgear.
9
7B Finished foundation
(within 0.06-inch [1.5 mm] clearance)
Supplied by Customer
1.16
must extend under switchgear
minimum 1.50 inches (38.1 mm)
10
Breaker 2.00 10 (2.9) to a maximum 3.00 inches (76.2 mm).
Compt (5.1)
8 Primary (H.V.) conduit projection
61.62
must not exceed 2.00 inches (50.8 mm).
See shop order base plan
11
(156.5) for conduit locations.
39.58
(100.5) 9 Customer’s ground provisions,
1
31.88
7.50
(19.0)
provided as shown by symbol on
shop order sectional side views.
12
(81.0) 10 4.00-inch (101.6 mm) minimum
16.38 channel supplied by customer.
[41.6]
2
13
1.50 7A
(38.1) 3.00
(7.6)
14
1.70 Max.
(43.2)
3.00
(76.2)
15
38.00 42.00 Alternate Secondary Conduit
(965.2) (106.7) Location Top Entrance
Min. 7B
4 Front
42.00
16
(106.7)
84.00
(213.4)
Min. 2.20 17
3 (5.6)
7.50
(19.1)
18
3.38
(8.6)
3.00
(7.6) 19
20
Figure 5.5-74. Typical Arc-Resistant Switchgear Floor Plan—38 kV

21

5.5-38
Sheet 05 096
Typical Arc-Resistant Switchgear—Arc Exhaust Wall and Plenum
Arc Exhaust Wall—for 27 and 38 kV Switchgear Arc Exhaust wall Figure 5.5-75 is sup-
i plied as standard for all 27/38 kV arc-
resistant switchgear. The arc exhaust
wall must be field installed above the
ii switchgear. Note minimum 48.00-inch
(1219.2 mm) ceiling clearance is
required above the arc exhaust wall
1 for proper venting of the arc exhaust.
All 5/15 kV arc-resistant switchgear is
provided with arc exhaust chamber
2 (plenum). It is also installed in the
field. When using arc exhaust chamber,
minimum ceiling clearance required
3 above the arc exhaust chamber (plenum)
is equal to that needed for field
installation of the chamber. Eaton
4 recommends minimum 18.00-inch
(457.2 mm). Refer to Figures 5.5-77
and 5.5-78 for typical arc exhaust
5 chamber (plenum) and arc duct exit
arrangements for arc-resistant switch-
gear installed inside an electrical room
6 and inside an outdoor house.
8 Figure 5.5-75. Arc Exhaust Wall Above the Switchgear
9 Arc Exhaust Chamber (Plenum) with Arc Duct Exit— Note: APPLICABLE TO ALL ARC-RESISTANT
SWITCHGEAR:
for 5 and 15 kV Switchgear
For switchgear with enclosure arc
10 ratings of up to 41 kA rms symmetrical,
minimum two vertical sections and
one arc duct exit is required.
11
For switchgear with enclosure arc
rating of 50 kA rms symmetrical or
12 higher, minimum three vertical
sections and two arc duct exits are
required.
13
14
15
16
17
18 Figure 5.5-76. Arc Exhaust Chamber (Plenum) with Arc Duct Exit Above the Switchgear
19
20
21

5.5-39
Sheet 05 097
Typical Arc-Resistant Switchgear—Exhaust Layout
Typical Layout—Dimensions in Inches (mm)

i
72.00
(1828.8) ii
Minimum Arc Exhaust Caution!
48.00 When equipment is energized

and operating, all personnel
1
(1219.2)
stay clear of fenced area
Minimum
below the arc exhaust
release point. 2
Wall De-energize the equipment
prior to entering the fenced
area or prior to opening any
3
switchgear rear doors.
4
= Up to 24.00 (610.0)
Arc Duct Collar Rear
5
Arc Exhaust
9
Chamber (Plenum)
Front 10
Top View
Typical 5/15 kV Arc-Resistant Switchgear Lineup
11
Duct Cross Section
81.00
(2057.4) 24.00 (609.6) x 24.00 (609.6) 12
32.00 13
(812.8)
Arc Exhaust Chamber
(plenum above
the switchgear) 14
Arc Duct
Switchgear
Wall Flashing Around
15
Front
the Duct by Others
1090.50
95.00 (2781.3) End Piece 16
(2413.0) (arc exhaust)
17
Arc Plenum with Arc Duct Exit
(Partial View) 18
95.00
1.25 (2413.0) 1.25 19
(31.8) (31.8)
Side View
Typical 5/15 kV Arc-Resistant Switchgear 20
Figure 5.5-77. Typical Layout of 5/15 kV Arc-Resistant Switchgear Inside Electrical Room and Outside Minimum Exhaust Area
21

5.5-40
Sheet 05 098
Typical Arc-Resistant Switchgear—Exhaust Layout
Typical Layout (Continued)

i
ii Arc Exhaust Caution!
When equipment is
1 energized and operating,
all personnel stay clear
of fenced area below the
2 arc exhaust release point.
Min.
De-energize the equipment
Front 72.00
prior to entering the fenced
3 Min.
(1829.0)
area prior to opening any
48.00 switchgear rear doors.
(1219.2)
4
Fenced Area with Access Gate
5
Seismic Applications = 6.00 (152.4)
6 Simplified Top View Non-Seismic Applications can be Less than
(not to scale) 6.00 (152.4) or as Required by the House Design
7
Outdoor House
Minimum Recommended
8 Clearance Above the Plenum = 18.00 (457.2)
32.00 Arc Exhaust Plenum Arc Duct Exit Piece

9 Arc-Resistant
Switchgear
(812.8) with Hinged Flap Assembly
10 Switchgear
Height
House Wall with Doors for
Access to Rear of the Switchgear
11
Customer’s
Power Cables
12 From Below
13 For the layout shown, doors on the house

wall (not shown) provide access to rear of
the switchgear. For rear access to switchgear
Simplified Side View from within the house, minimum 36.00 (914.4)
14 (not to scale) clearance is required behind the switchgear.
15 Figure 5.5-78. Typical Layout of 5/15 kV Arc-Resistant Switchgear Inside an Outdoor House (Electrocenter)
16
17
18
19
20
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