MV distribution

Factory built assemblies

SM6-36 range
36 kV
630 A
12.5 - 16 kA
 Contents

Field of application 2
General 3
Description of functions 4
Three-component unit 6
Description 7
SF6 switchgear 10
Unit selection 12
Operating mechanism selection 19
Auxiliaries selection 21
Instrument transformers 22
Interlocks selection 23
Fuses selection 25
Connections 26
Installation 27

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SM6-36 range Field of application

Definitions MV/LV transformer substations

Below is the list of SM6-36 range units used in MV consumer substation
MV/LV transformer substations and industrial (MV metering)
distribution substations:
b IM, IMC incoming or outgoing unit, IM IM CM DM2 QM QM IM
b QM fuse-switch combination,
b DM1-A, DM1-D single-isolation circuit breaker,
b DM2 double-isolation circuit breaker,
b CM voltage transformers,
b GBC-A, GBC-B current and/or voltage
measurements,
b GBM connection unit,
b GAM2 incoming cable connection unit,
b other units: consult us.

incoming
line of the
main
distribution

MV consumer substation MV/LV transformer

(LV metering) substation
IM IM QM GAM2 QM

outgoing line toward

other ring substations
MV consumer substation
(MV metering)

IM IM DM1-D GBC-A QM DM1-A

outgoing line toward other

ring substations

incoming line of the main distribution switchboard

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SM6-36 range General

Introduction
The SM6-36 range is made up of modular units
containing fixed metal-enclosed SF6 switchgear:
b switch-disconnectors,
b SF1 circuit breaker.
SM6-36 units are used for the MV section in MV/LV interrupteur sectionneur
Un
Ith
In
24kV
12,5kA
400A - 50/60Hz
Uw
IM
125kV
IMA 31,5KA
HN 64 S 41-IEC 298
interrupteur sectionneur
Un
Ith
In
24kV
12,5kA
400A - 50/60Hz
Uw
IM
125kV
IMA 31,5KA
HN 64 S 41-IEC 298
interrupteur sectionneur
Un
Ith
In
24kV
12,5kA
400A - 50/60Hz
Uw
IM
125kV
IMA 31,5KA
HN 64 S 41-IEC 298

transformer substations in public distribution systems

and MV consumer substations up to 36 kV.
In addition to its technical characteristics, SM6-36 92 16 001 L 92 16 001 L 92 16 001 L

meets requirements concerning protection of life and

property as well as ease of installation and operation.
SM6-36 units are designed for indoor installation
(IP2XC). Their compact dimensions are:
MERLIN GERIN MERLIN GERIN MERLIN GERIN

b 750 to 1500 mm wide, SM6 SM6 SM6

b 2250 mm high,
b 1400 mm deep.
This makes for easy installation in prefabricated
substations. Cables are connected via the front.
All control functions are centralised on a front plate,
thus simplifying operation. The units may be equipped
with a number of accessories (relays, toroids, etc.).

Standards
SM6-36 units meet all the following recommendations,
standards:
b IEC 298, 265, 129, 694, 420, 56.

Designation Main electrical characteristics

SM6-36 units are identified by a code including:
b an indication of the function, i.e. the electrical The hereunder values are for working temperatures from -5°C up to +40°C
diagram code: IM, IMC, QM, DM1-A, DM1-D, DM2, and for a setting up at an altitude below 1000 m.
CM, GBC-A, GBC-B, GBM, GAM2,
b the rated current: 630 A,
b the rated voltage: 36 kV, rated voltage (kV) 36
b the maximum short-time withstand current values: Insulation level
12.5 - 16 kA rms/1 s. 50 Hz/1 mn insulation 70
(kV rms) isolation 80
Example 1.2/50 µs insulation 170
for a unit designated IM 630.36.16: (kV peak) isolation 195
b IM indicates an incoming or outgoing unit,
Breaking capacity
b 630 indicates the rated current is 630 A,
b 36 indicates the rated voltage is 36 kV, transformer off load (A) 16
b 16 indicates the short-time withstand current cables off load (A) 50
is 16 kA/1 s. short-time withstand current (kA/1 s) 16
The making capacity is equal to 2.5 times the short-time withstand current.

General characteristics
Maximum breaking capacity
Temperatures: rated voltage (kV) 36
b for stocking: from -40°C to +70°C,
units
b for working: from -5°C to +40°C,
b other temperatures, consult us. IM, IMC 630 A
QM 16 kA
DM1-A, DM1-D, DM2 16 kA
Endurance
units mechanical endurance electrical endurance
IM, IMC, QM IEC 265 IEC 265
1000 operations 100 breaks
at In, pf = 0.7
DM1-A, DM1-D, DM2 IEC 56 IEC 56
10000 operations 25 breaks at 16 kA
10000 breaks
at In, pf = 0.7

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Units for all functions:

for connection to the networks page

Incoming or outgoing unit Incoming or outgoing unit 12

IM (750 mm) IMC (750 mm)

for transformer protection

Fuse-switch combination unit 13

QM (750 mm)

Single-isolation circuit breaker unit Single-isolation circuit breaker unit 14

DM1-A (1000 mm) right or left outgoing line
DM1-D (1000 mm)

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for transformer protection page

Double-isolation circuit breaker unit 15

right or left outgoing line
DM2 (1500 mm)

for MV metering

Voltage transformers for mains Current and/or voltage Current and/or voltage 16, 17
with earthed neutral system measurement unit measurement unit
CM (750 mm) right or left outgoing line GBC-B (750 mm)
GBC-A (750 mm)

for functions required by private networks

Connection unit Incoming cable-connection unit 18

right or left outgoing line GAM2 (750 mm)
GBM (750 mm)

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SM6-36 range Three-component unit

Factory-built cubicles

interrupteur sectionneur IM
U n 2 4 k V U w 1 2 5 k V

I t h 1 2 , 5 k A I M A 3 1 , 5 K A interrupteur sectionneur IM
I n 4 0 0 A - 5 0 / 6 0 H z H N 6 4 S 4 1 - I E C 2 9 8 U n 2 4 k V U w 1 2 5 k V

I t h 1 2 , 5 k A I M A 3 1 , 5 K A

I n 4 0 0 A H N 6 4 S 4 1 - I E C 2 9 8

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92 16 001 L

MERLIN GERIN
SM6 MERLIN GERIN
SM6

Switch cubicle Circuit breaker cubicle

incorporating SF6 switchgear

Switch-disconnector and earthing switch SF1 circuit breaker

and control/monitoring and protection functions

Sepam The Sepam range is a set of protection and control units which have the capacity
range of digital multi-function to fullfil all types of applications:
protection systems b substations,
b transformers,
b motors,
b capacitors,
b generators.
Each Sepam is an optimized solution in terms of functions, performance and price.
Each Sepam includes all the protection, metering, control, monitoring and
annunciation functions required for its assigned application.
The functions have very wide setting ranges, all types of curves and can therefore fit
into any protection system.

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Switch cubicles
5 compartments:
1 - switchgear: switch-disconnector and earthing switch
in an enclosure filled with SF6 and satisfying “sealed
pressure system” requirements.
2 - busbars: all in the same horizontal plane,
thus enabling later switchboard extensions.
3 - connection: accessible through front, connection
to the lower switch-disconnector and earthing switch
terminals (IM cubicle) or the lower fuse-holders
(QM cubicle).
This compartment is also equipped with an earthing
switch downstream from the MV fuses for the transformer
protection units (QM cubicle).
4 - operating mechanism: contains the elements used
to operate the switch-disconnector and earthing switch
and actuate the corresponding indications (positive break).
The operating functions may be motorized (optional).
5 - low voltage: installation of a terminal block (if motor
option installed), LV fuses and compact relay devices.

Circuit breaker cubicle

5 compartments:
1 - switchgear: disconnector(s) and earth switch(es) in an
enclosure filled with SF6 and satisfying “sealed pressure
system” requirements.
2 - busbars: all in the same horizontal plane,
thus enabling later switchboard extensions.
3 - connection and switchgear: accessible through front,
connection to the downstream terminals of the SF1 circuit
breaker.
4 - operating mechanism: contains the elements used to
operate the disconnector(s), the circuit breaker and the
earthing switch and actuate the corresponding indications.
The circuit breaker operating functions may be motorized
(optional).
5 - low voltage: installation of compact relays devices and
test terminal boxes. If more space is required, an additional
enclosure may be added on top of the cubicle.

Operating safety
Total operating safety Simplicity of operations b opening and closing b voltage presence Positive-break indication
is guaranteed in b the entire operating operations using levers, monitored by neon lights The position indicator
the SM6-36 range mechanism is centralised push-buttons and trip units connected to the capacitive placed directly on the
by the division of in the operating- (accessories), dividers on the cable shaft of the moving
cubicles into five distinct mechanism compartment, b position of heads. assembly dependably
compartments and the b levers require little force disconnector(s) or signals the position of the
simplicity of switching to operate, switch indicated by contacts due to a direct
operations enhanced animated mimic panel, and reliable mechanical
by functional interlock transmission system.
systems.

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Switchgear compartment
Cubicles are made up
of five compartments
separated by metal
or insulating partitions.

This compartment is separated from the busbar

compartment and the connection compartment
by the enclosure surrounding the switch,
and the earthing switch.

Busbar compartment

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The three insulated busbars are parallel-mounted.

Connection is made to the upper pads of the enclosure.
Rating 630 A.

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Connection compartment
The network cables are connected to the terminals
of the switch, of the circuit breaker and the earthing
switch. Transformer cables are connected to the lower
fuse holder.

Cables may have either:

b simplified terminations for dry-type one-core cables,
b heat-shrink ends for dry-type or paper-insulated cables.
With basic equipment, the maximum allowable cross-
section for cables is:
b 240 mm2 for incoming or outgoing cubicles,
b 95 mm2 for transformer protection cubicles
incorporating fuses.
The earthing switch must be closed before the cubicle
may be accessed. The reduced depth of the cubicle
makes for easy connection of all phases.
A stud incorporated in the field distributor makes
it possible to position and secure the cable-end lug
with a single hand.

Operating-mechanism compartment
This compartment contains the various operating
functions for the switch, the circuit breaker, the earthing
switch and the voltage indicators.
The operating-mechanism compartment for the switch,
earthing switch may be accessed with the cables and
busbars energised and without isolating the substation.
It also enables easy installation of padlocks, locks and
standard LV accessories (auxiliary contacts, trip units,
motors, etc.).
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Low-voltage compartment
If the switch operating mechanism is motorised,
this compartment is equipped with a terminal block
and LV fuses.
These compartment may be accessed with
the cables and busbars energised and without
isolating the substation.

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SM6-36 range SF6 switchgear

1 2 4 5 6
Switch and earthing switch
The three rotating contacts are placed in an enclosure filled with gas to a relative
pressure of 1.5 bar (1500 hPa).
This system offers maximum operating reliability:

b gas tightness
The enclosure filled with SF6 gas satisfies “sealed pressure system” requirements
and seal tightness is always checked in the factory.

b operating safety
3
v the switch may be in one of three positions: “closed”, “open” or “earthed”,
1 : enclosure
representing a natural interlocking system that prevents incorrect operation.
2 : cover
3 : operating shaft Moving-contact rotation is driven by a fast-acting mechanism that is independent
4 : fixed contact of the action of the operator,
5 : moving contact v the device combines the breaking and disconnection functions,
6 : seal v the earthing switch placed in the SF6 has a short-circuit making capacity,
in compliance with standards,
v any accidental over-pressures are eliminated by the opening of the safety
membrane, in which case the gas is directed toward the back of the unit,
thus avoiding projection or other related phenomena in front.

b breaking principle
The exceptional qualities of SF6 gas are used to extinguish the electrical arc.
To increase cooling of the arc, a relative movement is created between the arc
and the gas. The arc appears when the fixed and moving contacts separate.
The combination of the current and a magnetic field created by a permanent magnet
provokes arc rotation around the fixed contact, resulting in arc extension and cooling
unit it is extinguished at current zero.
The distance between the fixed and moving contacts is then sufficient to withstand
the recovery voltage.
This system is both simple and sure and also provides improved electrical
endurance due to very low wear on contacts.

Contacts closed Contacts open Contacts earthed

F SF6, the switchgear in accordance with b long service life,

manufacturer’s gas the definition of IEC 56/ b maintenance-free
F
SM6-36 switch- Appendix EE (1987 active parts,
F
disconnectors and edition) for sealed b high electrical
F S earthing switches use pressure systems. endurance,
sulphur hexafluoride gas SM6-36 devices offer b very low over-voltage
(SF6) for insulation and remarkable level,
F
breaking. The active characteristics: b operating safety.
parts are placed in an
F insulating enclosure

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SM6-36 range SF6 switchgear

SF1 circuit breaker

The SF1 circuit breaker is made up of three separate pole mounted on a structure
supporting the operating mechanism. Each pole-unit houses all the active elements
in an insulating enclosure filled with gas to a relative pressure of 0.5 bar (500 hPa).
This system offers maximum operating reliability:

b gas tightness
The enclosure filled with SF6 gas satisfies “sealed pressure system” requirements
and seal tightness is always checked in the factory.

b operating safety
As for switch-units, accidental over-pressures are eliminated by the opening
of the safety membrane.

b breaking principle
The circuit breaker is based on the SF6 gas autocompression principle.
SF1 circuit breaker The inherent qualities of SF6 and the soft break resulting from this technique
reduce switching over-voltages.

b precompression
When the contacts begin to open, the piston slightly compresses the SF6 gas
in the pressure chamber.

b arcing period
The arc then forms between the arcing contacts and the piston continues its
downward movement. A small quantity of gas, directed by the insulating nozzle,
is injected into the arc.
The cooling of the arc is thus achieved through forced convection for the interruption
of low currents, however, during the interruption of high currents, thermal expansion
is responsible for the transfer of the hot gases toward the cold parts of the pole unit.
Toward current zero, the distance between the two arcing contacts is sufficient for
final interruption of the current due to the dielectric properties of the SF6 gas.

b sweeping over-stroke
The moving parts finish their travel whereas the cold gas injection continues until
1 the contacts are completely open.
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4
5
9
8
10

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3
Contacts closed Precompression Arcing period Contacts open

1 : enclosure
2 : bottom cover
3 : operating shaft
4 : main moving contact
5 : moving arcing contact
6 : fixed arcing contact
7 : sealing system
8 : compression chamber
9 : moving piston
10 : valves
11 : insulating nozzle

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For connection to the networks

IM (750 mm) IMC (750 mm)

incoming or outgoing incoming or outgoing
unit unit

Electrical characteristics
kA

16
630 A
12.5

36 kV

Basic equipment:
b switch and earthing switch
b three-phase busbars
b CIT operating mechanism
b voltage indicators
b connection pads for dry-type
single-core or three-core cables
b one to three CTs

Version:
b manual or motorised operating mechanism
CI2 with opening and closing shunt trips.

Optional accessories:
b motor for operating mechanism
b auxiliary contacts
b key-type interlocks
b 150 W heating element
b phase comparator
b fault indicators

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For transformer protection

QM (750 mm)
fuse-switch
combination unit

Electrical characteristics
kA

16
63 A
12.5

36 kV

Basic equipment:
b switch and earthing switch
b three-phase busbars
b CI1 operating mechanism
b voltage indicators
b equipment for three DIN fuses
b mechanical indication system for blow fuses
b connection pads for dry-type single-core cables
b downstream earthing switch

Optional accessories:
b motor for operating mechanism with opening
shunt trips
b auxiliary contacts
b key-type interlocks
b 150 W heating element
b auxiliary contact for blow fuses
b DIN striker fuse
b opening shunt trip release

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For transformer protection

DM1-A (1000 mm) DM1-D (1000 mm)

single-isolation circuit single-isolation circuit
breaker breaker, outgoing line
on right

Electrical characteristics
kA

16
630 A
12.5

36 kV

Basic equipment:
b SF1 circuit breaker
b disconnector and earth switch
b three-phase busbars
b circuit breaker operating mechanism RI
b disconnector operating mechanism CS
b Three CTs
b auxiliary contacts on circuit breaker
b voltage indicators b three-phase bottom busbars for outgoing line
b connection pads for dry-type single-core cables on right
b downstream earthing switch

Optional accessories:
b cubicle: b circuit breaker:
v auxiliary contacts on the disconnector v motor for operating mechanism
v additional enclosure v low-energy Mitop or undervoltage opening release
v protection using Statimax relays, or Sepam v opening and closing shunt trips
programable electronic unit for SF1 circuit breaker v operation counter on manual operating mechanism
v three voltage transformers
v key-type interlocks
v 150 W heating element

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For transformer protection

DM2 (1500 mm)

double-isolation
circuit breaker
outgoing line on right

Electrical characteristics
kA

16
630 A
12.5

36 kV

Basic equipment:
b SF1 circuit breaker
b three-phase busbars
b circuit breaker operating mechanism RI
b three CTs
b auxiliary contacts on circuit breaker
b disconnector and earth switch
b disconnector operating mechanism CS

Optional accessories:
b cubicle: b circuit breaker:
v auxiliary contacts on the disconnector v motor for operating mechanism
v additional enclosure v low-energy Mitop or undervoltage opening release
v protection using Statimax relays or Sepam v opening and closing shunt trips
programable electronic unit v operation counter on manual operating mechanism
v three voltage transformers
v key-type interlocks
v 150 W heating element

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For MV metering

CM (750 mm) GBC-A (750 mm)

voltage transformers current and/or voltage
for mains with earthed measurements
neutral system outgoing line on right

Electrical characteristics Electrical characteristics

kA kA

16 16
50 A 630 A
12.5 12.5

36 kV 36 kV

Basic equipment: Basic equipment:

b disconnector and earth switch b one to three CTs
b three-phase busbars b connection bars
b operating mechanism CS b three-phase busbars
b LV circuit isolating switch
b LV fuses
b three 6.3 A fuses
b three voltage transformers (phase-to-earth)

Optional accessories: Optional accessories:

b auxiliary contacts b additional enclosure
b additional enclosure b three voltage transformers (phase-to-earth)
b 150 W heating element b or two voltage transformers (phase-to-phase)
b indicating contact for blown fuses

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For MV metering

GBC-B (750 mm)

current and/or voltage
measurements

Electrical characteristics
kA

16
630 A
12.5

36 kV

Basic equipment:
b one to three CTs
b connection bars
b three-phase busbars

Optional accessories:
b additional enclosure
b three voltage transformers (phase-to-earth)
b or two voltage transformers (phase-to-phase)

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For functions required by private networks

GBM (750 mm) GAM2 (750 mm)

connection unit incoming cable-
outgoing line right connection unit
or left

Electrical characteristics
kA

16
630 A
12.5

36 kV

Basic equipment: Basic equipment:

b connection bars b three-phase busbars
b three-phase busbars for outgoing lines b voltage indicators
(right or left) b connection pads for dry-type single core cables
b connection bars

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The control devices required for the unit operating Unit operating mechanisms
mechanisms are centralised on the front panel.
The different types of operating mechanism are Units Operating mechanism
presented in the table opposite. Operating speeds CIT CI1 CI2 CS RI
do no depend on the operator (except for the CS
IM - IMC b v
operating mechanism).
QM b
DM1-A, DM1-D, DM2 b b
CM b

b standard version
v other possibility

Double-function operating mechanism CIT

b switch function:
v independent-operation opening or closing by lever or motor.
b earthing-switch function:
v independent-operation opening or closing by lever.
Operating energy is provided by a compressed spring which, when released,
provokes closing or opening of the contacts.

b auxiliary contacts:
v switch (2O + 2C),
v switch (2O + 3C) and earthing switch (1O + 1C),
v switch (1C) and earthing switch (1O + 1C) if motor option.
b motor option.

Double-function operating mechanism CI1

b switch function:
v independent-operation closing by lever or motor.
Operating energy is provided by a compressed spring which, when released,
provokes closing of the contacts.
v independent-operation opening by push-button (O) or trip units.
b earthing-switch function:
v independent-operation closing and opening by lever.
Operating energy is provided by a compressed spring which, when released,
provokes closing or opening of the contacts.

b auxiliary contacts:
v switch (2O + 2C),
v switch (2O + 3C) and earthing switch (1O + 1C),
v switch (1C) and earthing switch (1O + 1C) if motor option,
v fuses blown (1C).
b opening shunt trip releases.
b indications fuses blown for an QM unit.
b motor option.

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Double-function operating mechanism CI2

b switch function:
v independent-operation closing in two steps,
v operating mechanism recharging by lever or motor,
v stored energy released by push-button (I) or trip unit,
v independent-operation opening by push-button (O) or trip unit.
b earthing-switch function:
v independent-operation closing and opening by lever.
Operating energy is provided by a compressed spring which, when released,
provokes closing or opening of the contacts.

b auxiliary contacts:
v switch (2O + 2C),
v switch (2O + 3C) and earthing switch (1O + 1C),
v switch (1C) and earthing switch (1O + 1C) if motor option.
b opening shunt trip release.
b motor option.

Double-function operating mechanism CS

b switch and earth switch functions:
v dependent-operation opening and closing by lever.

b auxiliary contacts:
v disconnector (2O + 2C) for units DM1-A, DM1-D, DM2,
v disconnector (2O + 3C) and earthing switch (1O + 1C) for units DM1-A,
DM1-D, DM2,
v disconnector (1O + 2C ) for units CM, DM1-A, DM1-D, DM2.
b fuses blown mechanical indication in units CM.

Single-function operating mechanism RI

b circuit-breaker function:
v independent-operation closing in two steps.
First operating mechanism recharge by motor or lever, then release of the stored
energy by push-button (I) or trip unit.
v independent-operation opening by push-button (O) or trip units.

b auxiliary contacts:
v circuit breaker (4O + 4C),
v mechanism charged (1C).
b mechanical indication:
v operation counter.
b opening releases:
v Mitop (low energy),
v shunt trip,
v undervoltage.
b closing release:
v shunt trip.
b motor option.

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Motor option and releases

for switch-units
The operating mechanisms CIT, CI1 and CI2 may be motorised.
The motor option can be installed on the site “switch open” without replacement
the operating mechanism.

Un DC AC
power supply (V) 24 48 110 125 120 230 (50 Hz)*
Motor option
(W) 200
(VA) 200
(s) <5 <5
Opening releases
Mitop (low energy) (W) 3
shunt trip (W) 200 250 300 300
(VA) 400 600
undervoltage pick-up (W) 160
(VA) 280 550
hold (W) 4
(VA) 50 40
Closing release
shunt trip (W) 30
(VA) 60

* please consult us for other frequencies.

Motor option and releases

for circuit breakers
Operating mechanism RI may be equipped with the motor option for the recharging
function.

Un DC AC
power supply (V) 24 48 110 125 120 230(50 Hz)*
Motor option
(W) 300
(VA) 700
(s) < 15 < 15
Opening releases
Mitop (low energy) (W) 3
shunt trip (W) 85
(VA) 180
undervoltage pick-up (W) 160
(VA) 280 550
hold (W) 10
(VA) 50 40
closing release
shunt trip (W) 85
(VA) 180

possible combinations between opening releases

SF1
Mitop (low energy) b b b
shunt trip b b b
undervoltage b b b

* please consult us for other frequencies.

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SM6-36 range Instrument transformers

Current transformers for units DM1-A, DM1-D, DM2, IMC, GBC-A, GBC-B
transformer ARM6N2
b double primary,
b double secondary winding for measurement and protection.

Short-time withstand current Ith (kA)

I1n (A) 50-100 75-150 100-200 150-300 200-400 300/600
Ith (kA) 16
t (s) 1
meas. and 5 A 7.5 VA - 15 VA - class 0.5
protection 5 A 2.5 VA - 5 VA - 5P20

Voltage transformers for units DM1-A, DM1-D, DM2, CM, GBC-A, GBC-B
transformers VRF3/S2 (phase-to-earth)
b single primary winding,
b double secondary.
rated voltage (kV) 36
primary voltage (kV) 30/3 33/3
secondary voltage (V) 100/3 100/3
thermal power (VA) 400
accuracy class 0.5 3p
rated output for
single primary winding (VA) 30-50 30

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Fonctional interlocks In addition to the functional interlocks, each disconnector and switch include:
b built-in padlocking capacities (padlocks not supplied),
b four knock-outs that may be used for keylocks (supplied on request)
Interlocks comply with IEC recommendation 298. for mechanism locking functions.

Switch units: Unit interlock

b the switch can be closed only if the earthing switch
is open and the access panel is in position,
Units Interlock
b the earthing switch can be closed only if the switch
is open, A1 A3 A4 C1 C4 P1
b the access panel for connections can be opened IM, IMC b b b
only if the earthing switch is closed, QM, DM1-A, DM1-D b b b
b the switch is locked in the open position when
the access panel is removed. The earthing switch
may be operated for tests.

Circuit-breaker units:
b the disconnector(s) can be closed only if
the circuit breaker is open and the access panel
is in position,
b the earth switch(es) can be closed only if the
disconnector(s) is/are open,
b the access panel for connections can be opened
only if:
v the circuit breaker is locked open,
v the disconnector(s) is/are open,
v the earth switch(es) is/are closed.

Note: it is possible to lock the disconnector(s) in the open

position for no-load operations with the circuit breaker.

Key-type interlocks
Outgoing units
O
A1 type
Aim: to prevent the closing of the earthing switch
on a transformer protection unit unless the LV circuit breaker
O
is locked in “open” or “disconnected” position.

type A1

C1 type
Aim: to prevent the access to the transformer
if the earthing switch for transformer protection
has not first been “closed”.
S
legend for key-type
no key
S free key
captive key
type C1 panel or door

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C4 type
O
Aim: to prevent the closing of the earthing switch
on a transformer protection unit unless the LV
S circuit breaker is locked in “open” or “disconnected” position.
O b to prevent the access to the transformer if the earthing switch
for transformer protection has not first been closed.

type C4

Ring units
A3 type
O
Aim: to prevent the closing of the earthing switch
of a load-side cubicle unless the line-side switch
is locked “open”.
O

type A3

A4 type
O O
Aim: to prevent the simultaneous closing
of two switches.

type A4

P1 type
O X
Aim: to prevent the closing of an earthing switch
if the switch of the other unit has not been locked
in the “open” position.
X O

type P1

legend for key-type

no key
free key
captive key
panel or door

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Transformer Dimensions of fuses

protection
Fuse ratings for SM6-36 protection units such as Fusarc CF (DIN standards)
the QM, depend among other things,
on the following criteria:
b service voltage, Ø45 Ø Ø6
b transformer rating,
b fuse technology (manufacturer).
Different types of fuses with medium loaded striker
may be installed. Fusarc CF fuses as per
DIN dimensions 43-625. 33 L 33 23

Example:
for the protection of a 400 kVA transformer at 33 kV,
select Fusarc CF fuses rated 25 A.
Rated Rating L Ø Weight
voltage (A) (mm) (mm) (kg)
Please consult us on (kV)
installation of fuses from 36 10 - 16 537 50.5 1.8
other manufacturers. 25 537 57 2.6
31.5 - 40 537 78.5 4.7
50 - 63 537 86 6.4

Selection table (Rating in A - no overload, -5°C < θ < 40°C).

Please consult us for overloads and operation over 40°C.
Fuse service transformer rating (kVA) rated
type voltage (kV) voltage (kV)
160 250 315 400 500 630 800 1000 1250 1600 2000
Fusarc CF
30 10 10 16 20 25 31.5 31.5 40 40 50 63 36
31.5 10 10 16 20 25 31.5 31.5 40 40 50 63 36
33 10 10 16 20 25 25 31.5 31.5 40 40 50 36
34.5 10 10 16 20 25 25 31.5 31.5 40 40 50 36

This selection table has been prepared according to

the technical characteristics of France Transfo.
The characteristics of transformers and fuses
may change according to manufacturers and standards.

Access to fuses Replacement of fuses

Access via the front When fault clearance results in one or two blown fuses,
with the front panel it is still common practice to replace only the blown
removed. Fuses may be fuses.
removed without tools However, though the remaining fuse(s) may apparently
by simply pulling them be in good condition, their operating characteristics are
forward. The field generally reduced due to the short-circuit. If non-blown
deflector pivots and fuses remain in service, they may blow even at very
automatically returns low over-current values.
to its position. In systems where continuity of service is of importance,
it is recommended to replace all three fuses,
in compliance with IEC recommendation 282.1.

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SM6-36 range Connections

Connections with dry-type Single-core cables Units 630 A

cable-section bending radius IM, IMC, QM, CM
cables (mm2) (mm) DM1-A, GAM2,
Dry-type cables connect via short simplified depth P (mm)
terminations (EUIC): P1 P2
b with a field deflector or a linear voltage distributor
for type HN 33-S-22 single-core copper or aluminium 1 x 35 525 350 550
cables, 1 x 50 555 380 580
b with a linear voltage distributor for type HN 33-S-23 1 x 70 585 410 610
single-core or three-core cables.
The termination lug must be connected to the integrated 1 x 95 600 425 625
stud on the field deflector, using a torque wrench set to 1 x 120 630 455 655
50 mN. 1 x 150 645 470 670
1 x 185 675 500 700
1 x 240 705 530 730
Cabling from below
All units through trenches
b the trench depth P is given in the table opposite
for commonly used types of cables.

Note: the unit and the cables requiring the greatest depth must be
taken into account when determining the depth P for single-trench
installations. In double-trench installations must be taken into
account to each type of unit and cable orientations.

Trench diagrams
Cable entry or exit Rear entry or exit Front entry or exit
through right or left side with conduits with conduits

100 100 100

ø200
P2 P1 P2 P2

300 1000 300 1000 300 1000

ø200

50 50 50

QM 100 QM 100 QM 100

IM ø200 IM IM ø200

IM ø200 IM IM

100 100 100

Required dimensions (mm)

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Cable-connection height

1210
795
575 565
400

350 350
700 350 350 350 350 350 350
700 700 700

IM unit IMC, QM units DM1-A unit GAM2 unit

Floor preparation Dimensions and weights

Units may be installed on ordinary concrete floors, Unit type Height Width Depth (1) Weight
with or wihout trenches depending on the type (mm) (mm) (mm) (kg)
and cross-section of cables. IM 2250 750 1400 (3) 310
Required civil works are identical for all units.
IMC 2250 750 1400 (2) 420
QM 2250 750 1400 (3) 330
DM1-A 2250 1000 1400 (2) 600
DM1-D 2250 1000 1400 (2) 560
DM2 2250 1500 1400 (2) 900
CM 2250 750 1400 (2) 460
GBC-A, GBC-B 2250 750 1400 (3) 420
GBM 2250 750 1400 (3) 260
GAM2 2250 750 1400 (3) 250

(1) The depth measures are given for the floor surface
(2) The depth in these units are 1615 mm with the enlarged low voltage compartment
(3) The depth in these units are 1500 mm with the standard low voltage compartment

Fixing of units
With each other
The units are simply bolted together to form the MV
A
switchboard (bolts supplied). Busbar connections
50 B 50
are made using a torque wrench set to 28 mN.

On the floor
b for switchboards comprising up to three units,
the four corners of the switchboard must be secured 1100
to the floor using: Cubicles A (mm) B (mm)
1400
v bolts (not supplied) screwed into nuts set into the floor
IM, IMC, QM, CM 750 650
using a sealing pistol,
GBC-A, GBC-B
v screw rods grouted into the floor.
GBM, GAM2,
b for switchboards comprising more than three units,
the number and position of fixing points depends on DM1-A, DM1-D 1000 900
local criteria (earthquake withstand capacities, etc.), 14,2 x 25 150 DM2 1500 1400
b position of fixing holes depends on the width of units.

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Dimensions Conventional masonry substation

IM, IMC, QM, CM, GBM, GAM2, (bottom view dimensions)
GBC-A,GBC-B units

CM only: 215
100
IM IM QM 100

1400

2250

50

1200

1400 32

DM1-A, DM1-D, DM2 units

215

Minimum required dimensions (mm)

2250

1400 285

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