They are equipped with sensors and intelligent electronic devices specially designed to protect lines and customer, isolating automatically faults and restoring the service if the fault has been cleared. The interrupter,drive mechanism, control, and housing are raised to the system potential. Versa tech singlephase recloser automatic operation in the closed position, the versa tech recloser, operates automatically per the userprogrammed settings. At the same time, the smart recloser will be able to monitor the fault and only.
Figures 2 and 3 manual operating lever the manual operating lever, which is yellow figure 4 permits the manual opening and closing of an energized. Installation software is provided with each recloser on a usb drive or can be downloaded from. Utilizing this option, there is no need for a local radio. Manual operation hookstick operable manual trip handle trips and locks out the recloser. All telemetry communication can be supported with dnp3. Certain ideas may be driven by a desire to upgrade. After 1 hour, the flashing beacon will automatically shut off. Based on successful trials, pedernales and several other utility companies have. Pulseclosing technology is superior to conventional reclosing. Ovr3, 1527 kv 3phase recloser with pcd control 2004. Refer to service information s280704 kyle form 6 microprocessorbased recloser control programming guide for additional information.
Sep 28, 2015 versatech recloser programmer by hubbell power systems, inc. Watkins and mark zeller, schweitzer engineering laboratories, inc. Then once the fault clears, it reconnects the line, otherwise it will stay disconnected. Oil circuit recloser repair and maintenance services. Multiple variations of the versatech recloser are available to fit any single phase application on the system, either outside substation or. They respond to every hardware requirement that utilities want, and then some. If the fault is permanent, the recloser senses this by performing a preset number of operations and locking open. A recloser is a special type of circuit breaker that automatically recloses after a fault has occurred in overhead power lines. O is the default number which represents 1 pole plaque. Vr3s solid dielectric recloser with pcd control manufactured over 6,000 units single phase trip option added in 2000 loop control option added in 2001 utilizing the same control and upgradeable to all users 2003. This compact simplified design eliminates the potential for an insulation breakdown failure. Hubbell power systems is proud to introduce the new versatech recloser programmer for ipad.
Ensuring recloser control compliance with ieee c37. Because the electronic reclosers dont use hydraulic fluid. Recloser controls supply the intelligence to the network and handle the network protection and in many cases even the rtu functionality. Versatech recloser manual free download as pdf file. Form 6 microprocessorbased service information pole. To close the recloser after installation or lockout the radio if load current is less than 10 amps the flashing lockout beacon. Since many short circuits that occur in medium voltage feeders are. Smart recloser a major qualifying project report submitted to the faculty of the worcester polytechnic institute in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of bachelor of science in electrical and computer engineering submitted by. Thus, this paper focuses on the development of a smart recloser that is able to tell the difference between a temporary or persistent fault. All systems up to 27 kv, 125 kv liw bil usersettable 30 to 800 amp minimumtrip. When a fault occurs in a overhead power line a typical circuit breaker will disconnect its contacts disabling the line while with a recloser the contacts are disconnected during fault.
Prnewswire new playbook explores software strategies to maximize the. Tthe recloser has been fully type tested by accredited laboratories such as kema, cesi or keri according to the international standard ansiieee c37. Energy power news may 9, 2012 orlando by source group. Optimization of recloser placement to improve reliability by.
Percentage of companies using indices 49 companies responded. Versa tech i and versa tech lt radios are external to the recloser, so choosing the no radio option means that either communication will be done by a direct serial connection or that the customer already has a hubbell remote radio. Thus, the focus of the project is the design of a smart recloser that can detect and monitor faults. For build options and siteready designs, please contact transnet. A service parts list, keyed to explodedview drawings of the recloser is included at the back of the manual.
When ac power is present, the control will operate regardless of backup battery presence. If there is a surge of current, the reclose can break the line and reduce any dangerous conditions to the consumer. Switchgear has teams experienced in the development of medium and high voltage equipment with the use of advanced 3d. Other new features include new tcc time current curves options, enhanced system and diagnostic information, and improved cyber security features. Versatech ii with internal wifi radio psc8622121101. Versa tech ii recloser 10ee first page previous page 5 next page last page easytoprogram controls the versa tech ii recloser s solidstate circuitry provides for flexible user programmable control of minimum trip, tcc times, and all other control functions. Whilst original hydraulic recloser designs had rudimentary protection capabilities, modern semiconductor controlled devices exhibit sophisticated control systems which allow for the configuration of varying responses to different classes of faults on the distribution network. Multiple variations of the versatech recloser are available to fit any singlephase application on the system, either outside substation or.
Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Omicron control center technology, automated testing of protective relays was. Idiots tree felling fails with chainsaw machine tree falls on head and house duration. Abstractthis paper examines the testing criteria and application of recloser control standards and also discusses the importance to the end user of testing to compliance standards. Procedures for testing the recloser and control together are. They are specially designed to automatically protect lines and customers, isolate faults, and restore service if the fault has been cleared. Understand differences between versatech i, ii, lt and xc. Electrical switchgear engineers noja power today announces that its osm15 310 series 15kv automatic circuit recloser acr or autorecloser has been type tested by an independent test laboratory for compliance with iec62271111 and ieee c37. Applicable to versa tech i only applicable to versa tech xc only the number in position 7 is the number of pole plaques in addition to the one included with each recloser ex. With an extensive network of company offices, distributors and representatives around the world.
Recloser simple english wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Versatech recloser programmer by hubbell power systems. Single and threephase molded vacuum reclosers, 1538kv smart, light and flexible. Knowing which recloser is responding to the faults can focus patrols, but. This smart grid solution eliminates momentary outages for customers on the main feeder by only blinking the affected laterals. Improving reliability a challenging decision system reliability is an integral part of distribution system planning and operation. Vipers solid dielectric 3 phase recloser, up to 38kv mv. The vipersp is designed for auto matic or manual operation providing overcurrent protection for single phase systems through 38kv maxi. Molded vacuum reclosers ower igh voltage lasimold molded reclosers, siches sichgear the recloser you want, all in one package. The recloser is supplied with complete microprocessorbased controlleretr300r or evrc2ant including metering, monitoring, recording, and communication functions.
Arteche reclosers are medium voltage circuit breakers capable of opening a medium voltage feeder in short circuit conditions. These stationtype devices are also suitable for other applications, such as bypassing and isolating current transformers. The module is compatible with versa tech i recloser running firmware versions 3. A recloser is a circuit breaker which can be closed automatically after the breaker has been opened because of electric fault. Building on that foundation, it is an electronically controlled switch configured through a. The wifi radio has the capability to communicate up to 100 feet from the recloser. Form 6 microprocessorbased service information pole mount. If the line parameters varies due to various faults on system controller will take respective action along with recloser openings to clear faults. Controller will be controlling the opening and closings of breaker as per line parameters sensed by respective cts and pts in system. Select io options to meet your system requirements. Versatech recloser and sectionalizer hubbell power systems.
And, solomon corporation is actively buying ocrs from electric companies, electrical contractors, and large investorowned utilities. Automatic circuit recloser noja power recloser switchgear. Hughes power system swedish autorecloser recloser manufacturer. Bucket truck cable circuit breaker generator gis switchgear ground insulation materials motor portable protective equipment recloser transformer. The feature provides a convenient means to set the recloser for one operation to lockout, without removing the recloser from service. Because many faults in power systems fix themselves after they happen, the installation of recloser ensures more continuity of power and higher availability for electricity supply to the load. Select 4r is hubbell power systems online software for the application of. This app allows communication with versatechi vti recloser equipped with wifi module. Communication with the scada via fiber optic adapter, radio or cellular modem through the vtu serial or ethernet port. Solid insulated vacuum recloser for power distribution system. Recloser controls are the front line of the distribution power system, often located on feeders or in distribution substations. Form 6 microprocessorbased pole mount recloser control installation and operation instructions.
The rer620 is a dedicated recloser protection and control relay perfectly aligned for the protection, control, measurement and supervision of utility substations and industrial power systems including radial, looped and meshed distribution networks with or without distributed power generation. Solomon corporation is the nations largest independent provider of oil circuit recloser ocr repair and maintenance services. Magneticvacuuminterruption technology fault interruption occurs in the reclosers vacuum interrupter. Spare parts calibrationrepair request ra number technical support operating manuals iso 17025. No radio applies to versa tech i, versa tech ii and versa tech lt. Description the new versatech ii recloser is the second generation of our innovative versa tech. Aservice parts list, keyed to explodedview drawings of the recloser is included at the back of the manual. Manual operating handle the manual operating handle allows manual operation of the recloser with a hotstick. Modern recloser installations are often equipped with scada communications, allowing the majority of reclosers to be remotely operated by staff in the utility control room. Internal voltage sensing permits voltage reading for network reconfiguration applications and provides secondary analogue 120v ac output. How the electric utility industry generates and delivers power to its customers covering basics, delivery, safety and generation. Thanks to terry and edgar from hubbell for coming out to conduct training and installation of the new unit. Wireless communi cation can be established to the versa tech i run ning fw 3.
The beacon will continue to flash every 3 seconds until the lineman closes the recloser or 1 hour has passed. Versatech recloser programmer by hubbell power systems, inc. Communicates with versa tech recloser s using siflex radio, digi radio or wifi. Tasks included performing power flow studies, motor start simulations, fuse and recloser coordination studies as well as contingency studies using the cyme software programmed settings for electronic reclosing devices like abb outdoor vacuum reclosers and hubbell versa tech reclosers. Hughes power system participated in the 28th international symposium on discharges and electrical insulation in vacuum on 2325th of september, 2018 in greiswald, germany. This allows for reswitching the network, as operators can use information provided by the reclosers in the field to reconfigure the distribution network if a fault is. The entire assembly is then insulated from ground using a standard polymer post insulator. Mitigation of undesired operation of recloser controls due to. Additionally, vacuum interrupters do not need any extra time to recover, so even the first reclosing operation after 100300 msec is not a problem.
The rcu 220 supports multiple communication options ethernet 10100basetx, rs232rs485. Personal computer based on software package supports online and offline programming, monitoring, measuring and control of recloser via rs232 port. The interrupter, drive mechanism, control, and housing are raised to the system potential. There is no oil in the versa tech recloser, and the. Dfa research and field demonstration programs have shown incipient. Read this manual first read and understand the contents of this manual and follow all locally approved procedures and safety practices. Eatons cooper power systems catalog reclosers and controls. The versa tech unit allows servicemen to request data from the recloser while standing at the base of the pole, using the versa tech app on a smartphone or tablet.
Nonreclosing lever the nonreclosing lever is shown above in its normal. Seeing the finished result of a project is often the inspiration for tackling one of your own. The versa tech recloser is a unique and patented design. Efacec switchgear is a leading company in portugal and a worldwide reference in the development of solutions for power generation, transmission, distribution and use of electrical energy in the. Test universe software also comprises generic test modules. This compact, simplified design eliminates the potential for an insulation breakdown failure. The conference was organized by the institute of physics university of greifswald and the leibniz institute of plasma science and technologie. The full system was designed in line with en 614391 2009 and subject to the ce requirements. Recloser status nonreclosing alternate profile battery test voltage and current adding intelligent singlephase cooper power systems spear reclosers and controls to distribution lines can meet todays system reliability needs and easily transition for future smart grid applications. Known as distribution fault anticipation dfa, the technology helps utilities to manage their. Cyme international software, optimal recloser placement. Refer to service information s280704 kyle form 6 microprocessorbased recloser control programming guide for information on setting the control clock. Hubbell power systems is proud to introduce the new versatech recloser. It should be noted that found to be not suitable for recloser by experiencecould b, e locked perma figure 1.
Mitigation of undesired operation of recloser controls due. From the utilitys perspective, this recloser is more environmentally sound than the old oilfilled device, so the utility is operating in a cleaner fashion. Included is a general description of the recloser and its operation, instructions for periodic inspection and routine maintenance, testing procedures, and instructions for shop repairs. Fault interruption occurs in the recloser vacuum interrupter. The versa tech i and versa tech lt reclosers use a 2. The versa tech recloser is a unique and patented approach to recloser design. This is accomplished by using a transducer to monitor the power. Rescos adam kuechle coordinated training for some new equipment hubbell power systems versa tech recloser at eau claire energy cooperative in western wisconsin. The optimal recloser placement analysis module offers a comprehensive assessment and proposes solutions that correspond to your criteria. Systems reclosers, is set with a hookstickoperated lever.
Provides scada communications to a maximum of three versa tech reclosers. The recloser functions, settings and data records are programmable and readable with pc or remote communi cation. If a fault is temporary, reclosing of the contacts restores normal service. The number of reclose attempts is limited to a maximum of four by recloser standards. The lithium batteries provide the power for the flashing beacon. The versa tech recloser is helping the utility accomplish these goals. Users can read and program settings, download event and data logs and perform other functions, as they would when using a laptop computer and a remote radio. Hubbell power systems terms and conditions these terms and conditions of sales apply to the purchase by buyer as identified on the purchase order or purchase agreement of any and all hubbell power systems, inc. Versatech i digi psc86205002 hubbell power systems.
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