CB Design and Advantages

ABB Live Tank
Circuit Breakers
Design Features
&
Advantages
ABB PP/H/HV - Page 1
Edition 2, 2006-03
Key figures
ABB, Live tank circuit breakers
One of the worlds largest factories for

Live Tank Circuit Breakers.
Export: >95%
Turnover: >150 MUSD
Employees: 360
No of breakers/year: more than 3000

Technology
Circuit breaker development
Example: 420 kV
todays
around 1960 around 1980 technology
Air Blast Oil Minimum SF6 Gas

100 years experience with HV Circuit Breakers,

ABB a leader each step of the way!
Technology
All circuit breaker applications
Standard applications Up to 800 kV, 80 kA
Three-phase or single-phase
Overhead lines, cables,
operation
transformers, capacitor banks,
harmonic filters, shunt reactors,
bus tie breakers, etc
Controlled switching to minimize
switching transients
Special applications
Special recovery voltage
requirements, such as filters for
HVDC installations
Bypass breakers for series
capacitor banks
Railway systems
Products
The LTB family
Auto-puffer interrupters
Type LTB D1 72,5-170 LTB E1 72,5-245 LTB E2 362-550

Rated voltage 72,5-170 kV 72,5-245 kV 362-550 kV
Rated current Up to 3150 A Up to 4000 A Up to 4000 A
Circuit-breaking capacity Up to 40 kA Up to 50 kA Up to 50 kA
Products
The HPL family
Puffer interrupters
Type HPL 72,5-300 HPL 362-550 HPL 800

Rated voltage 72,5-300 kV 362-550 kV 800 kV
Rated current Up to 4000 A Up to 4000 A Up to 4000 A

Circuit-breaking capacity Up to 80 kA Up to 80 kA Up to 80 kA
Technology
Interrupters with copper design
Integrated contact fingers, low
resistance
Extremely few parts
In-house production, full control
Benefits:
Interrupter with high reliability
High rated current capability
Technology
Most experienced spring drive supplier
Spring operating mechanisms

are used by ABB since 1940s.
BLG-type since 1969.
are more and more common;

we are years ahead
can operate at voltage levels up to

800 kV and breaking currents up to
80 kA.
give, according to studies made

by Cigr, the most reliable circuit
breaker operation.
Technology
Proven spring operating mechanisms
Spring operating mechanisms in the whole product range:
Trip spring
BLK mechanism BLG mechanism

First delivery 1990 First delivery 1969
We are the most experienced supplier

of spring operating mechanisms.
Technology
Proven spring operating mechanisms
BLK BLK power pack Triple-action latch
Energy storage: spiral spring (BLK) or helical springs (BLG)

Identical triple-action latches for C and O operations
Minimum of components
IP55 cubicle, painted aluminum
Easily accessible control panel
Benefits:
High reliability, long mechanical life
Stable operating times

Good accessibility
BLG Minimal need for maintenance
Technology
The new generation - Motor Drive
Digitally controlled motor, directly
moving the circuit breaker contacts
Only one moving part
Low mechanical stresses
Integrated condition monitoring
At present available for:
LTB D, WCB 72.5 170 kV
Control unit
Single- or three-pole operation
Benefits:
Highest reliability
Long mechanical life
Ideally suited for high operating
frequency
Servo motor Energy storage: Very low audible noise
for opening Capacitor unit
and closing
References
Motor Drive
Up to now 85 circuit breakers with Motor Drive have been delivered.
Example:
VB Elnt, Sweden
Substation Flatenberg
LTB 145D1/B with Motor Drive for 3-pole op.
Installed July, 2004
Application: 130 kV line
Flexible position for Control Cubicle
Technology
Composite insulators (Silicone rubber)
All ABB live tank circuit breakers can be delivered with composite insulators
Flashover resistant
Hydrophobic insulator surface; water stays as
droplets
The leakage currents are suppressed
Ageing withstand
Low discharge activity in case of severe pollution
Unaffected by natural UV-light
Reduces the risk for breakdown as compared to
EP rubber and epoxy material
Proven withstand from field test installations
Low mass
Benefits compared to porcelain:

Improved performance in polluted environments
Improved seismic withstand capability
Easier handling for transport and installation
Technology
Simplicity means reliability
Cigr failure statistics:
About half of all circuit breaker failures have mechanical origin!
Our response: Simplicity!

Single motion interrupters
Copper technology with integrated
contacts
Major reduction of number of parts
in operating mechanisms
Grading capacitors can be removed
up to and including 420 kV
Technology
Controlled switching with Switchsync
Reduces switching transients in the
substation and the system
All applications:
Capacitor banks, filter banks
Shunt reactors
No-load transformers
No-load transmission lines
Replaces pre-insertion resistors,
damping reactors etc.
Particular functions:
Adaptive control
Application
Switching of capacitor banks
Voltage transients when energizing one phase of a 72 kV capacitor bank
A B
A: At an unsuitable point-on-wave position, close to the power

frequency voltage peak. A high voltage transient is generated.
B: With Switchsync relay. Energizing occurs close to

voltage zero, and the transient is considerably reduced.
Technology
Suitable circuit breakers
ABBs live tank circuit breakers are

well suited for controlled switching:
Stable operating times; only small
variations with idle time, ambient
conditions and control voltage
High and stable dynamic

dielectric withstand capability
between the contacts
We recommend use of SwitchsyncTM

controllers only with ABBs SF6 live
tank circuit breakers

Technology
Switchsync - gives value
Technical advantages
Reduced stresses on system components
(e.g. transformers, reactors and circuit
breakers)
Reduced maintenance of circuit breaker
May prevent false relay operations
Simple, self monitoring electronic device
Lower costs
Pre-insertion resistors, damping reactors
etc replaced
Shorter delivery and commissioning times

Technology
Fault clearing time
Fault clearing time =

Relay time + Break time
Typical relay time: 5-20 ms

Typical break time: 40-60 ms
Keep break time short:

Minimize thermal and mechanical stresses
Minimize damage at the fault location
Decrease risk of system instability and loss of
synchronism
Improve selectivity between relay protection
zones
Technology
Short break time
Optimized latches
Triple-action latches give short closing and
opening time
Balanced design; insensitive to mechanical
shock and vibrations
Optimized, single motion interrupters

Can handle high contact speed
Can handle current with high DC component
Two cycle (33-40 ms)

break time for the whole
range of circuit breakers
Technology
Voltage (TRV) capability beyond IEC/ANSI
Optimized single motion interrupters
Lowest electric field stress during opening
and closing
Well controlled gas dynamics
High and stable dynamic dielectric
withstand capability between the contacts
Benefits:
Extreme TRV-requirements can be
met with cost effective solutions
Examples:
Grading capacitors are
Capacitive switching, IEC Class C2,
unnecessary in many cases
at 66 Hz and voltage factor 1.5

Filter banks in connection with
HVDC installations
Technology
Suitable for all climates
Corrosion and pollution...
Support structures hot-dip galvanized
Mechanism housings, HV terminals, cubicles: Aluminum
Polymeric insulators for severely polluted areas
High and low temperature...

Two stage heaters in mechanism cubicles
Mixed gas filling for very low ambient temperatures
Nitrile rubber O-rings and X-rings in sealing systems
High humidity...
Heaters controlled by humidity detectors
Ventilated cubicle
Extensive testing at high and low

temperature according to standards
Technology
High seismic withstand capability
All our live tank circuit breakers can

withstand seismic accelerations
0.5 g, either with standard versions
or with additional features like:
Reinforced insulators
Reinforced support structures
Earthquake dampers
Composite insulators
Lower mass than porcelain
Seismic withstand capability can be

verified by tests or calculations
HPL 550B2 for 550 kV with composite insulators and damping elements
subjected to earthquake test (0.5 g as per IEEE 693) on a shaking table.
Technology
Service experience
We have long experience

from all ambient conditions
ABB Live tank circuit

breakers are operating in
installations with:
Extreme temperatures
(-55 to + 55 C)
High seismic activities (0.5g)
High pollution levels
High altitudes
(Up to 4,000 m.a.s.l.)

100% humidity
Technology
Small SF6 volumes, low leakage
SF6 is a greenhouse gas, and consumption should be minimized!
Minimize the amount of gas: Minimize the leakage of gas:
ABBs live tank breakers contain Proper design of sealing systems
very little SF6
For the same rating, dead-tank Static seals:
breakers contain around 10 times Double O-rings
as much SF6 as live-tank breakers or peanut ring
Dynamic seals:
Double X-rings
We can guarantee <0.5% leakage per year,

even under severe environmental conditions
Maintenance
Long service intervals
Designed for service life of more than

30 years or 10,000 mechanical
operations
Interrupters virtually maintenance free
Long electrical life
(up to 50 short-circuit interruptions at
40 kA)
Only simple checking and lubrication
of operating mechanisms
Reliable operation for at least 15

years without outages

Good LCC economy
Accessories
Integration of functions
CB and CT in one unit; option for LTB and HPL up to 170 kV
Brackets for current transformer

type IMB
Primary connections between the
circuit breaker and the current
transformers
Easy installation
Saves space
Saves support structures and
foundations
Combined
&
WCB Innovative combined units
With our modern and well proven SF6

circuit breakers LTB and HPL as a
base, we now offer two alternatives
that provide opportunities to both
simplify substations and save space.
Combined disconnecting circuit

breaker DCB for 72.5 420 kV
WCB withdrawable circuit breaker

for 72.5 300 kV
LTB 145 Combined.

Norsk Hydro, Sunndalsra, Norway
Technology
Withdrawable and disconnecting circuit breakers
Standard LTB circuit breaker
LTB Disconnecting Circuit Breaker

Same contacts for switching and disconnecting functions
LTB Withdrawable Circuit Breaker

The circuit breaker is moved for
disconnection
Two different ways to eliminate

conventional disconnectors!
Technology
Disconnecting Circuit Breaker for 420 kV
HPL Conventional HPL Disconnecting Circuit Breaker
Same contacts
for switching and
disconnecting
functions
Saves space
Saves foundations and civil work

Increases availability
Permits simplification of substation configurations
World class
We are technology leaders
Spring drive
Composite insulators
Motor Drive
Controlled switching
Disconnecting and
Withdrawable Circuit Breakers
World Class
Production ABB:s production facilities
We know that to be able to produce

world class products, the personnel
and machinery of production have
to meet the same high standards.
Our workshop has the most modern

processes and machinery. These
are often tailor made in order to
satisfy the high demands of our
customers.
Testing
Facilities High Power & High Voltage testing
ABB High Power laboratory and STRI AB

Both laboratories among the most modern and most advanced
Both laboratories are members of SATS (Scandinavian Association for
Testing of Electric Power Equipment) which is member of STL

(Short Circuit Testing Liaison)
Environment
Focus on environmental aspects
ABB supports environmental

sustainability by developing
eco-efficient products.
We are certified in
accordance with
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
Key figures
Service and support
24- Hour service for

Repair
Warranty service
Spare parts
Product retrofit & refurbishment
On site installation & commissioning
Product training
Service centers
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ABB Live Tank

One of the worlds largest factories for

Turnover: >150 MUSD

No of breakers/year: more than 3000

Air Blast Oil Minimum SF6 Gas

100 years experience with HV Circuit Breakers,

Type LTB D1 72,5-170 LTB E1 72,5-245 LTB E2 362-550

Type HPL 72,5-300 HPL 362-550 HPL 800

Rated current Up to 4000 A Up to 4000 A Up to 4000 A

Spring operating mechanisms

are more and more common;

can operate at voltage levels up to

give, according to studies made

BLK mechanism BLG mechanism

We are the most experienced supplier

BLK BLK power pack Triple-action latch

Energy storage: spiral spring (BLK) or helical springs (BLG)

Stable operating times

Benefits compared to porcelain:

Our response: Simplicity!

A: At an unsuitable point-on-wave position, close to the power

B: With Switchsync relay. Energizing occurs close to

ABBs live tank circuit breakers are

High and stable dynamic

We recommend use of SwitchsyncTM

tank circuit breakers

Shorter delivery and commissioning times

Fault clearing time =

Typical relay time: 5-20 ms

Keep break time short:

Optimized, single motion interrupters

Two cycle (33-40 ms)

at 66 Hz and voltage factor 1.5

High and low temperature...

Extensive testing at high and low

All our live tank circuit breakers can

Seismic withstand capability can be

We have long experience

ABB Live tank circuit

(Up to 4,000 m.a.s.l.)

We can guarantee <0.5% leakage per year,

Designed for service life of more than

Reliable operation for at least 15

years without outages

Brackets for current transformer

With our modern and well proven SF6

Combined disconnecting circuit

WCB withdrawable circuit breaker

LTB 145 Combined.

Standard LTB circuit breaker

LTB Disconnecting Circuit Breaker

LTB Withdrawable Circuit Breaker

Two different ways to eliminate

Saves foundations and civil work

We know that to be able to produce

Our workshop has the most modern

ABB High Power laboratory and STRI AB

Testing of Electric Power Equipment) which is member of STL

ABB supports environmental

24- Hour service for

Product retrofit & refurbishment

On site installation & commissioning

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