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Safe and reliable

distribution network
ABB portfolio for medium-voltage
indoor applications
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ABB's products provide a safe and reliable Brighter
Network for medium-voltage distribution
Complete solution for indoor applications
Medium-voltage products play a pivotal role in the distribution
part of the power value chain, facilitating the “last mile” connect
that brings electricity to billions of users around the world.

Commercial F
Generation A

Secondary C2
substation
MV/MV

Utilities K

Primary
substation
HV/MV C1
Transmission B

Residential E

Indoor circuit breakers Capacitor Switches Generator circuit breakers Enclosures & kits Contactors Instrument Transformers and Sensors
(A, B, C1, C2, D, F, G, I, K, L) (B, D, K) (A, C1, D, G, K) (A, B, C1, C2, D, F, G, I, K, L) (C2, D, E, I) (A, B, C1, C2, D, E, F, G, I, K, L)
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ABB‘s comprehensive medium-voltage

portfolio for indoor applications
offers the most reliable, efficient,
safe and sustainable technologies to
G Renewable
address specific customer needs
across the whole network:

H Railway
I Infrastructure

D Industry
L Food&Beverage

Indoor switch Indoor Gas

disconnectors insulated switches
(C1, C2, D, E, F, G, K) (C2, D, E, F, K, L)
J EVcharging

Circuit breaker + Switch Fuses

(C2, D, E, F, K, L) (C1, C2, D, E, F, G, K, L)

Vacuum Interrupters Embedded Poles Fault Current Limiter Ultra-Fast Earthing Switch Dedicated Applications Railway circuit breakers
(A, C1, C2, D, F, G, H, K, L) (A, C1, C2, D, F, G, K, L) (A, C1, D, G, I, K, L) (A, C1, C2, D, E, F, G, H, I, K, L) (A, C1, D, G, K) (A, D, G, H, I, J, K)
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ABB portfolio for medium-voltage indoor applications
Shaping a strong and reliable distribution network

Main function Vacuum Embedded Poles Circuit Breakers / Circuit Breakers / Circuit Breakers / Circuit Breakers/ Generator Circuit
Interrupters IEC indoor ANSI indoor AC rail transport DC rail transport Breakers
Type VS#; VG# PT#; P#; OP# VD4; VM1; HD4 ADVAC®; AMVAC FSKII; FSG; GSx Gerapid; DCBreak VD4G; ADVAC®G

Applicable - - IEC (GB; GOST) ANSI IEC; ANSI; GB; GOST EN; IEC; ANSI IEC; ANSI
Standard
Maximum Rated 40.5 kV 46 kV 46 kV 38 kV 27.5 kV 800 V to 3600 V DC 15 kV
Voltage
Maximum Rated 4000 A 4000 A 4000 A 4000 A 2500 A 1500 A to 8000 A 4000 A
Current
Maximum Icc 63 kA 50 kA 63 kA 63 kA 31.5 kA 30 kA to 200 kA 63kA
Applications Providing reliable elec- Key component contain- Primary and secondary Primary distribution Vacuum CBs designed High speed DC circuit Generation protection
trical interruption tech- ing vacuum interrupter distribution protection, protection, CBs from to cover single- and breakers designed for and control (generators,
nology for: technology for: CBs from ABB are avail- ABB are available for double-phase applica- use in high energy, high transformers), CBs from
Indoor/Outdoor circuit Indoor/Outdoor CBs, able for original equip- OEM to incorporate in tions for the railway reliability DC power dis- ABB are available for
breakers (CBs) & Contactors, Reclosers. ment manufacturers their own installations power supply and apply- tribution systems and OEM to incorporate in
switches, contactors, (OEM) to incorporate in or for use in repair, ret- ing a combination of a for rolling stock applica- their own installations or
switch disconnectors, their own installations rofit and upgrade proj- maintenance-free vac- tion. for use in repair, retrofit
ring main units. or for use in repair, ret- ects. uum interrupter, mag- and upgrade projects.
rofit and upgrade proj- netic actuator and elec-
ects. tronic controller.

Technology Vacuum interruption Vacuum with solid di- Vacuum or gas interrup- Vacuum interruption / Vacuum interruption / Arc interrupted in air. Vacuum interruption /
electric insulation tion / Solid dielectric in- Solid dielectric insula- Magnetic mechanism Arc chute design based Spring mechanism
sulation / Front or lat- tion / Front lineup / on cold cathode split-
eral lineup / Spring or Spring or magnetic ting plate technology.
magnetic mechanism mechanism Instantenous closing
and opening w/o chargi-
ning mechanism.

Main features Compact and robust High dielectric strength The world’s most suc- The ANSI most success- The GSx family (GSH II Single pole DC circuit The world’s most
design. without any further ex- cessful range of MV ful range of MV vacuum and GSR II) includes a breakers for use in trac- compact MV vacuum
Reliability and long life ternal precautions. vacuum and SF6 gas CBs. suitable range of tion substations, at roll- generator CB.
from state-of-the-art Optimum protection of CBs. Full engineering and vacuum CBs designed ing stock vehicles and in Full engineering and
manufacturing the vacuum interrupter Full engineering and technical support. to cover single and other DC applications technical support.
processes. from moisture, dust and technical support. Proven reputation for double-phase applica- that require highest per- Type tested in accor-
Silicone moulding for external damage. Proven reputation for reliability, performance tions for the railway formance, up to 3600 V dance to the specific,
maximum external Suitable for all conceiv- reliability, performance and long life. power supply. DC. High speed opening global dual logo IEC/
dielectric strength. able climatic conditions and long life. Products tailored for characteristics limiting IEEE standard.
Most frequently used and site altitudes. Products tailored for local markets. fault current. Fire proof Proven reputation for
switching technology Easy assembly on CBs. local markets. Short lead times. insulation materials are reliability, performance
worldwide for medium Maintenance-free. Short lead times. Vacuum interrupters non toxic and are RoHS and long life.
voltage. Efficient increase in di- Vacuum interrupters embedded or assem- compliant. Cadmium- Products tailored for
Eco-efficient and main- electric strength with- (VIs) embedded or as- bled in the poles. free contact system, as- local markets.
tenance-free. out use of greenhouse sembled in the poles. Embedded poles pro- bestos-free arc chutes Short lead times.
Proven with over 7 gases. Embedded poles pro- tect interrupter from and halogen-free ca- Fast response.
million products in tect interrupter from impacts, dust deposits bling make breakers non Vacuum interrupters
service. impacts, dust deposits and humidity. toxic, safe for personnel embedded or assembled
and humidity. and have low impact on in the poles.
enviroment. Embedded
control circuits provide
easy integration with
panels and enclosures.
Quick inspection and
servicing with minimum
spare parts required.

Applications Vacuum Embedded Poles Circuit Breakers / Circuit Breakers / Circuit Breakers / Circuit Breakers /
Interrupters IEC indoor ANSI indoor Railways AC and DC Railways CB
Primary Distribution Panel Builders • •
Secondary Distribution Panel builders • • •
CSS manufacturers • •
MECB • •
Motors manufacturers • • •
Power transformers • • •
Distribution transformers • • •
MV Apparatus (CBs, Contactors, etc) • •
Capacitors • •
Generators • • •
Traction power susbtations •
Rolling stock vehicles •
Power converters •
Contactors Enclosures & Kits Air Insulated Switch Gas Insulated Switch Indoor & Outdoor Circuit Breaker + Switching of dedicated
Disconnector Disconnector Fuses Switch application
ConVac PB family; Advance; NAL/F; VersaRupter GSec CEF; CMF; CLC; CIL; CXP; HySec VD4-AF; VD4-AF1; VD4-CS
L-Frame COL; CXLP
IEC; GB (all versions); UL IEC; ANSI IEC; ANSI; GOST; CSA CSA IEC; GB IEC; ANSI IEC IEC 62271-100
CSA (7.2 kV freestanding)
12 kV 38/40.5 kV 36/38 kV 24 kV 40.5 kV 24 kV 38 kV

400 A 4000 A 1250 A 800 A 315 A 630 A 2500 A (VD4-AF/VD4-AF1)

– 1250 A (VD4-CS)
6 kA 50 kA 31.5 kA 25 kA 63 kA (Breaking) 21 kA 32 kA
Suitable for operating in Preassembled units Line switch disconnectors Three-position gas insu- Protection of distribution Multifunction apparatus Steel furnace (VD4-AF/
alternating current, nor- designed to house ABB with or without fuses for: lated switch disconnector transformers, motors, ca- including CB, line discon- VD4-AF1), Reactive power
mally used to control loads apparatus and suitable to cable sectionalizer and for: secondary distribution pacitor banks against over- nector and earthing switch compensation (VD4-CS).
requiring a high number of develop arc-proof switch- transformer switch; switchgear; feeders, trans- load currents. suitable for secondary
operations or to be gear and to design switch- motor switch (with motor former protection and ring Back-up, general purpose distribution switchgear.
switched frequently. gear retrofits or upgrades. fuse CMF); switching of networks. and full range fuses.
capacitor banks. Incoming/outgoing panels Suitable for voltage
Local manufactured with CBs or in combination transformers, contactors,
panels. with fuses. compact switchgear and
Switch cubicles. Compact ring main units.
substation (kiosk).
Utility and industrial
application.

Vacuum interruption - - - - Vacuum interruption /Gas Servomotor actuation/

with monostable insulation/Airplus insula- Controlled switching /
electromagnetic tion New vacuum interrupter
actuation technology

Monostable Compact dimensions. Modular principle for wide Three-position SF6-insu- Unified voltage ratings for • Safe: mechanical New vacuum interrupter
electromagnetic actuator. Limited weight. range of functionality. lated switch-disconnector more application. Flexibil- interlocks, circuit technology and innovative
Available with electrical or With or without earthing Safe switching combina- (Line-Open-Earth). Metallic ity, Integrated striker pin breaker-line, actuation systems up to
mechanical latching. switch with making tion between disconnector Partition − Interlocks to with temperature control disconnector-earthing 38 kV, 2500 A/1250 A,
Compact dimensions. capacity. and current limiting fuse. prevent incorrect opera- unit to prevent overheating switch-panel door. 31.5 kA.
Specific VIs for motor Upgrade obsolete switch- Dual arc extinguishing sys- tion. in installation place. • Long lasting: 10.000 Superior noise-free perfor-
switching. gear to new standards. tem, ensuring efficient Separate operating seats Overload spots control CO operations. mances.
Up to 2,000,000 opera- Availability of interlocks. load current interruption. for isolation and earthing internal arc initiation and • Simple: CB, isolator Embedded advanced diag-
tions. With or without cable Unique design enables high operations. determine outstanding and interlock nostics.
Fixed and withdrawable compartment. switching capacity. Applicable in combination temperature performance. functions in one single Higher performance than
versions. Cassette type or floor Highest electrical perfor- with fuses and CBs. Graved fuse data for long apparatus. the market standard with
Plug and play accessories rolling. mance in the market. Wide range of ”plug and term fuse recognition. • Compact: fitting 150,000/10,000 mainte-
for an easy customization. CSA and UL listed. play” accessories. Low power losses & high panels wide 500 mm nance-free operations.
Compactness: only 375mm current limitation extends C2 class for capacitive Elimination of inrush limit-
wide. insulation life time. switching. ing reactors and resis-
Maintenance-free with High energy capability tances, leading to signifi-
sealed for life technology. individual capacitor fuse. cant cost and space savings.
Up to 5,000 close-open
operations.
Integrated capacitive
dividers for voltage pres-
ence indicator system.

Generator Circuit Contactors Enclosures & Kits Air Insulated Switch Gas Insulated Switch Indoor & Outdoor Circuit Breaker + Indoor Disconnectors
Breakers Disconnector Disconnector Fuses Switch & Earthing Switches

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Indoor medium-voltage Instrument Transformers
and Sensors
World-class quality, reliability and efficiency
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INSTRUMENT TRANSFORMERS
The ABB indoor instrument transformers family includes more than 100 products types for indoor applications in
medium-voltage systems.
ABB instrument transformers are cast in epoxy resin and manufactured according to the latest IEC 61869 standard.
Also, they can be manufactured conforming to any of the following standards: GOST, ANSI, BS, VDE, AS, CSN and
others. The portfolio reflects the market trends being continuously developed according to the customer’s
requirements.

Current transformers (CTs) Voltage transformers (VTs) Cable current transformers:

TPU TJC, TJP, TDC KOKM, KOLMA, KOLA, BD
CTs are designed as single-or-multi turn trans- VTs are designed as single pole or double pole VT Cable current transformers include a wide range of
formers, with one transformer ratio, or with the and upon request could be manufactured recon- dimensions and designs which could be manufac-
possibility to have primary or secondary recon- nectable version. tured as a single or multi-ratio type. The primary
nectable ratio. The quantity of cores depends on Single pole VTs can be equipped with fuse which conductor of such CT is either an insulated cable or a
the combination of parameters. Capacitive divider is integral part of primary winding. busbar, which provides insulation for the application
can be built in as an option for voltage indication. The transformer can be mounted in any position. voltage.
Maximum Rated Voltage up to 40.5 kV up to 40.5 kV 0.72 or 1.2 kV (insulation granted by insulated cable
or busbar)
Maximum Rated Current up to 3,200 A - up to 10,000 A
Secondary I/U 5A or 1A 100:V3 V; 110:V3; 120:V3 /100:3; 110:3; 5A or 1A
120:3 V - 100 ; 110; 120; 230 V
Ith/Idyn up to 100 kA/1s; up to 250 kA - up to 100 kA/1s; up to 250 kA
Accurancy class 0.2; 0.2s; 0.5; 0.5s; 1; 3 - 5P; 10P 0.2; 0.5; 1 - 3P; 6P 0.2; 0.2s; 0.5; 0.5s; 1; 3 - 5P; 10P
Apllication up to 6 cores + capacitive divider over voltage factor: single pole VT 1,9xUn /8h; inner diameter for ring CT from 33 mm up to 500 mm;
double pole VT 1,2x Un/continuously up to 3 cores

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SENSORS
ABB sensors offer a state-of-the-art way of providing the current and voltage signals which are needed for the
protection and measurement of medium-voltage power systems. The output signal is linear over the whole
measuring range. ABB sensors open-up numerous advantages and benefits for their users such as fast and easy
design process, quick delivery time, minimized cost during the life cycle, flexibility, safety and reliability. ABB sensors
product portfolio has more than 17 product families and 52 different product variants, including UL certified sensor
solutions covering various applications from primary to secondary air and gas insulated switchgear.

Current sensors Voltage sensors Combined sensors

Maximum Rated primary up to 4000 A up to 40.5 kV up to 3200 A & up to 40.5 kV.
current or voltage
Rated transformation ratio 80; 250; 500; 1,600 A / 150(180) mV 1:10,000 80; 250; 500; 1,600 A / 150(180) mV at
at 50(60) Hz 3.25 V secondary output 50(60) Hz (current measurement)
for 3rd party IEDs 1: 10,000 (voltage measurement)
Accuracy class up to 0.5/5P630 up to 0.5/3P up to 0.5/5P630 & 0.5/3P
Sensor principle Rogowski coil Resistive or capacitive dividers Rogowski coil
Resistive or capacitive dividers
MV Sensors are compatible with ABB Relion IEDs and also 3rd party IEDs which support voltage sensors according to IEC 61869-11 standards.
ABB Relion product family offers wide range of protection relays which covers solutions from basic range up to high-end.
Examples being RIO600, REF601, REJ601, REM601, REF615, REM615, RED615, REC615, REF620, REM620 and REX640.
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SUCCESS FROM INNOVATION

We are shaping the future trends

of electrification, developing
groundbreaking technological
innovations with a vital role to play
in delivering sustainable progress.
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Technology and innovation are at the core of ABB’s
medium-voltage product offering
Success from innovation

UFES
The Ultra-Fast Earthing Switch (UFES) provides innovative arcfault protection,
offering the highest possible level of safety for personnel and equipment, the
maintenance of secure power supply and the reduction of production outages.
• Drastic reduction of downtime and repair costs
• Reduced pressure level allowing active protection concepts
eg. where gas ducts are not applicable
• Minimized release of toxic gases due to effective reduction of arc duration
• Combinable with different arc protection devices, including REA, TVOC-2 or
non-ABB devices as well as standard protection relays including Relion® series
or non-ABB relays supporting IEC 61850 Communication Standard
• Easy integration into new and existing low- and medium-voltage systems
• Available for switchgear ratings up to 40.5 kV and 100 kA

Fault Current Limiter (FCL)

ABB's fault current limiters, Is-Limiter and FC-Protector are the efficient solution
for short-circuit current challenges in newly installed and existing electrical
networks.
• Increase uptime and redundancy of power distribution systems
• Solving short circuit challenges by minimal integration cost in green and
brownfield projects
• Plug and play installation for indoor and outdoor applications
• Available as loose component or panel solution with minimal footprint
• Available for standard to complex applications (e.g. extended tripping criteria,
coordination of several FCLs in one system,…)
• FCL portfolio covering low- and medium-voltage ratings up to 40.5 kV

DS1 capacitor switch

The first medium-voltage indoor dry-air diode based capacitor switch with
servomotors actuation for capacitor banks.
The first synchronous switch able to perform operations on capacitor banks
without causing any transient voltage or inrush current. DS1 eliminates the
probability of prestrike and restrike occurrence extending capacitors life and
network reliability.
• Up to 17.5 kV, 630 A, 20 kA
• Up to 50,000 close-open operations
• Integrated control unit for synchronization and switch diagnostics
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VD4-AF
Medium-voltage circuit breaker based on servomotors actuators.
• Reduced operation cost up to 50%
• Reduced maintenance burden and tied-up investment by 30%
• Increased circuit breaker performances level, 5-10 times compared to
standard solution
• Designed for steel furnace application
• Rated up to 38 kV, 2500 A, 150,000 maintenance-free operations
• Embedded advanced diagnostics

VD4-AF1
New vacuum circuit breaker with servomotor actuation and controlled switching
technology.
• Enables increased lifespan of transformers by more than 10% in e.g. 3 years
• Reduction of hazards due to improved protection range
• Up to 5-to-10-times higher endurance performance than the market standard
• Eliminated compensation losses up to 10% to increase power quality
• Cost saving by as much as 20%
• Designed for transformers protection
• Rated up to 38 kV, 2500 A, 31.5 kA and up to 150,000 operations with extremely low
inrush
• Elimination of inrush limiting reactors and resistances, leading to significant cost
and space savings

VD4-CS
VD4-CS is the unique solution based on new vacuum interrupter technology
to support reactive power compensation applications.
• Up to 5-times higher performance than the market standard with 10,000
operations
• Cost saving by as much as 20%
• Enables increased lifespan of capacitors by more than 10% in e.g. 3 yrs
thanks to predictive health indication
• Designed for capacitor banks
• Rated up to 38 kV, 1250 A, 31.5 kA, 10,000 maintenance-free operations
• Noise-free operations
• Embedded advanced diagnostics
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INNOVATIVE AND ENERGY-EFFICIENT TECHNOLOGIES

Our world must face several challenges in the

nearest future: heavy urbanization trend of the
living areas, accelerated globalization and
increasing environmental awareness where
the major goal is to reduce greenhouse gas
emissions. These are drivers for the increasing
demand to deliver more efficient solutions for
urban, suburban, intercity and freight.
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Indoor medium-voltage Railway products
Innovative and energy-efficient technologies

ABB is the world leader in electrification and offers a wide range of solutions for safe, stable and reliable
power supply for rail industry.
ABB’s railway circuit breakers are globally recognized products, certified and homologated by largest rail
transport operators across the globe.
Amongst other systems, ABB offers a comprehensive range of the railway AC and DC MV apparatuses. These
are suitable for use in all railway power supply systems, starting from AC 15 kV, 16.7 Hz and 25 kV 50/60 Hz
for main railway, as well as for urban and light rail DC transport systems from 600 V up to 3 000 V. ABB also
offers DC circuit breakers for rolling stock applications up to 1500 V.

Gerapid – DC fixed DCBreak – DC rolling stock GSx - Indoor AC vacuum

applications application circuit breaker
Single pole MV DC circuit breaker with Single pole MV DC circuit breaker. The GSx II range is the first
20 years of history and a unique DCBreak combines a small footprint, commercially available single-phase
design. It is designed to provide reduced weight, high flexibility and vacuum circuit breaker for railway
maximum safety of operation, highest reliable operation with minimal power supply applications to feature a
ratings coverage, easy maintenance, maintenance. It is ABB’s first in a line of vacuum interrupter, magnetic actuator
easy integration in panels and high new products intended for the DC and electronic controller. This solution
customization levels. Reliable railway transportation market. It is is robust, reliable and essentially
performance at the DC ratings not designed to high safety standards as maintenance-free.
available for AC CBs. well as relevant environmental • Available for 1x27.5 kV, 1x17.5 kV
• Enclosed construction reduce risks directives and industry standards. configurations.
of flashovers • Rated operational voltage 900 V and • Integrating configurable set of
• Ratings up to 3600/V, 8000 A DC. 1800 V, rated current 1500 A, functions (under voltage release,
• Interruption capacity up to 200 kA. breaking capacity 30 kA. anti-pumping, lock in open position,
• Control and maintenance-free main • Remote and magnetic releases with local/remote mode, etc.).
contacts. trip band up to 3.6 kA. • For 16.7 (25) Hz and 50 (60) Hz
• RoHS and REACH compatible. • Available type test reports for networks.
• Available type test reports for EN/ EN/IEC standards. • Suitable for new installations,
IEC/ANSI standards. • For rolling stoke, traction power refurbishments and upgrades.
substation, auxiliary railway systems,
power converters, motor drives,
energy storage systems.
• 200,000 mechanical cycles.
• Easy to use as retrofit for other
breakers of the same class.
• Cadmium-free solution with low
environment impact.
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