GIS Schneider

Medium Voltage
Distribution
GM6
MV Gas Insulated Switchgear
up to 36 kV
GM6 General presentation
Protection and control
of electrical networks
For over 30 years, Schneider has been providing Medium Voltage electrical
network protection, monitoring and control solutions in the public distribution,
industry and building sectors.
GM6 is a range of medium voltage equipment included in an offer that covers all
the functions required for network operation.
Public distribution networks

Network telecontrol (SCADA & DMS)
Milenium
Main functions:
t supervisory control and data acquisition,
t network restoration,
t wallboard replacement,
t geographic and schematic views,
t switching schedules,
t safety, checks and documentation,
t outage statistics,
t management of maintenance operations,
t management of construction programs.
HV/MV substation control

Talus
Main functions:
t remote control,
t HV and MV protection integration,
t data and alarm logging,
t centralized local control.
Industrial and building networks

Protection, monitoring and control
Isis - Powerlogic SMS
Sepam - Circuit Monitor - Power Meter.
Main functions:
t installation display,
t real time access to protection and control units,
t alarm management,
t data analysis,
t electricity consumption management,
t power availability and quality,
t protection functions,
t web technology.
2 Schneider Electric
GM6
GM6 offer
Three levels of components are available to protect, monitor and control the
medium voltage switchboard:
t A control and monitoring system interfaceable with a higher level system.
t Sepam: protection and control unit for each switchgear unit (or cubicle).
tGM6 units: medium voltage equipment comprising cubicles with breaking

devices, sensors, medium voltage connections and low voltage auxiliaries.
Pre-engineered and adaptable solutions

The three levels of components may be provided to make up:
t global solutions from the control centre to the MV switchgear,
t partial solutions which include 1, 2 or 3 levels of components to fit into projects for
new substations and retrofitting, extending and revamping existing installations.
Services
t Equipment design, installation and maintenance.
t Personnel training.
t Electrical network availability studies.
t 5-year extended warranty.
Schneider Electric 3
GM6 General presentation
Main characteristics
of MV equipment
INCOMER BUS COUPLER FEEDER 630 A

GM6 is indoor, metalclad switchgear designed for the MV section of HV/MV
and MV/MV substations.
GM6 is an important step forward from the point of view of personnel safety,
operational reliability and reduction in the overall dimensions of equipment.
GM6 units comply with the ENEL (Italian National Electricity Board), International
(IEC) and European standards.
GM6 range enables alla substation arrangements to be satisfied for system up to
40,5kV.
GM6’s design and functions take into account the three main categories of users
requirements.
t Investment Optimization and Profitability.
t Service continuity.
t Safety.
Investment Optimization and Profitability

These are achieved through GM6 capability to meet all users requirements in the
most cost-effective way possible.
With GM6, the user benefits from:
t the most compact equipment ever built in the medium voltage field, providing
users with a high degree of space savings when building or replacing a HV/MV or
MV/MV substation,
t pre-engineered solutions built upon the group’s worldwide experience and
collaboration with consultants and contractors, providing users with considerable
time savings when specifying needs,
t the shortest delivery and installation time possible, providing users with fast
commissioning and quick return on investment,
t a complete range of remote protection, control and monitoring functions when
requested by users who want to set up a supervision system in order to optimize
their energy supply.
Service continuity
Service continuity is achieved by means of GM6, which is a highly reliable
equipment offering with all the required functions to provide users with maximum
energy availability and quality.
t adoption of long proven technical solution; for instance, aluminium castings for
the gas-filled compartment enclosures have been used for many years in MAGRINI
GALILEO gas-insulated high voltage equipment,
t quality organization in accordance with the ISO 9001 (EN29001) issued from
CSQ, the official certification body in the electric field in Italy,
t fully factory-tested equipment with type test reports (required by IEC standards
and ENEL specifications) available for each performance and type of cubicle,
t negligible maintenance requirements, confined to simple periodical checks and
possible monitoring of all electrical data affecting the working condition of
equipment,
t equipment that cannot be affected by humid, dusty, corrosive or polluted
operating environments since all live parts are contained in SF6 filled and sealed
enclosures,
t a supervision offer open to all specifications regarding substation management
and enabling users to control and follow up their energy supply.
Safety
Maximum safety is achieved through GM6 design and functions.
t a very comprehensive set of mechanical and electrical interlocks preventing
operator errors and compliant with the user’s security protocol,
t internal arc withstand of all the functional units, validated in accordance
with IEC 60298, appendix AA, criteria 1 to 6, class A accessibility,
t operations with reliable and clear signalling devices and direct visibility of the
disconnecting contacts,
t high ratio between maximum withstand pressure for the gas-filled compartments
and normal filling pressure,
t pressure relief devices for exausting accidental excess internal pressure in order
to safeguard the operator,
t earthing switch on the cable side provided with making capacity,
t cable plug-in terminations housed in earthed metal shields, connectors to DIN
47637 standards,
t a temperature compensated pressure gauge (with alarm and signal contacts)
complete with a dial which is adjusted according to the elevation above sea level,
t voltage indicating devices located close to operating shaft of the earthing switch
on the cable side.
GM6
General characteristics
The values below are given for normal operating conditions as defined
in IEC 60298 and 60694.
rated voltage (kV) 24 36(6)

rated insulation level
power-frequency withstand voltage (kV) rms 50 70
lightning impulse withstand voltage (kV) imp 125 170
rated normal current
busbar (A) 1250 1250
2500 2500
4000(7) 4000(7)
functional units (A) 630 630
1250 1250
2500 2500
4000(1) 4000(1)
short time withstand current (kA/3 sec) (2) 25 25
31.5 31.5
short circuit breaking current (kA) 25 25
31.5 31.5
internal arc withstand (kA/1 sec) 25(5) 25(5)
standard degrees of protection (3)
SF6 filled compartment IP65 IP65
enclosure IP3X IP3X
internal partitions IP2XC IP2XC
Normal operating conditions, according to IEC 60694 for indoor switchgear (4)
t Ambient air temperature:
y less than or equal to 40 °C,
y less than or equal to 35 °C on average over a 24-hour period,
y greater than or equal to -5 °C.
(1)
two units in parallel, please consult us.
(2)
the short-circuit making current is equal to 2.5 times the short time current.
(3)
standard degree of protection, for other values, please consult us.
(4)
for different conditions, please consult us.
(5)
31.5kA x 0.5 sec.
(6)
for 40,5 kV rated voltage, please consult us.
(7)
please, consult us.
Standards
GM6 units comply with the following standards:
t IEC 298-694
t ENEL (Italian National Eletricity Board) DY 0072
t Italian Work Safety Regulations
t U.K. Electrical Association approvat.
All switches, devices and components included in the switchgear conform to the
relevant IEC Standards.
GM6 Functional units
Description
GM6 switchgear is made up of interconnected functional units, available as single-

busbar or double-busbar system. Each functional unit contains all the elements
needed to perform its function:
t a gas insulated, metalclad cubicle, for indoor use,
t a circuit breaker using SF6 as a breaking medium, sealed for life,
t a digital protection and control system.
Power connections are made between functional units by a busbar set located
inside a SF6 compartment. Steady electrical continuity of all metal frames is
ensured by connection of each functional unit’s earthing busbar to the switchgear’s
main earthing circuit.
Low voltage compartments, for protection relay (front) and auxiliary
relay-terminal board (rear) are provided.
Cubicle
The cubicle is an earthed, metallic enclosure, gas insulated switchgear that
complies with the requirements of the IEC 60298 standard.
The cubicle comprises four electrically independent compartments.
The busbar compartment is separate and independent from the circuit breaker
compartment, so that the circuit breaker can be replaced if necessary while
the busbars are energized. An inspection window enables a visual check of the
position of the busbar disconnector blades. The compartment using SF6 as
isolating medium, is situated in the top of the unit and it contains:
t the main busbars,
t the three-pole, two way busbar disconnector.
The circuit breaker compartment is composed of an alluminium housing filled

with SF6 and containing the circuit breaker poles.
An inspection window enables a visual check of the position of the line isolator and
earthing switch.
The compartment is located in the central part of the cubicle and it contains:
t the disconnectable circuit breaker,
t the three-pole, two way line disconnector (only single busbar system),
t the earthing switch,
t the bushing for receiving plug-in cable terminations.
The MV connection compartment is situated in the bottom of the cubicle and it

contains:
t the cable connection,
t the current transformer,
t the voltage transformer.
The Low Voltage compartments are separated from the Medium Voltage section;
the first is located in the top of the unit and it contains protection and control
system, while the other are located on the back and contains the low voltage
auxiliaries. Three basic cubicle lay-out are offered:
t incoming or outgoing feeder AD1/AD2,
t bus section CL1/CL2 and double busbar system,
t the busbar metering TT1.
Disconnectable circuit breaker

The circuit breaker SF1-G is designed in accordance with IEC 60056 standard and
it complies with the definition of «pressure sealed systems» given in IEC 60056
standard, appendix EE.
It is of the puffer type and uses the SF6 gas as a breaking and isolating medium.
The circuit breaker is maintenance free for life. In case of necessity it can be
replaced in short time because the main connections are made by sliding contacts.
Protection and control system

It includes:
t Sepam protection and monitoring unit
t current transformers
t voltage transformers
GM6
AD type functional unit (incomer and feeder)

single busbar system
8
1
1 SF6 busbar compartment
2 12 2 busbar disconnector
3 SF6 circuit breaker
3 7 compartment
I
O
4 cable compartment
13
5 current transformer
3
4
5
6
5
6
3
44
I
O
8 10
6 voltage transformer
11 7 SF6 circuit breaker
9 8 LV cubicles
4 9 MV plug-in connectors
10 line disconnector
5
6
11 earthing switch
12 inspection window
13 sliding contacts
AD type functional unit (incomer and feeder)

double busbar system
8
1
11
2 1 SF6 busbar compartment
2 busbar disconnector
3 7 3 SF6 circuit breaker
compartment
O
12
4 cable compartment
8
3 5 5 3
O
3 5 5 3
I
4 6 6 44
10 5 current transformer
6 voltage transformer
9 7 SF6 circuit breaker
O
4
I
8 LV cubicles
9 MV plug-in connectors
5
6 10 earthing switch
11 inspection window
12 sliding contacts
Choice Single Busbar System
The GM6 range is composed of 7 functional units. The chart below may be used
to link up needs and functional units, and it gives information on the general
composition of each unit.
How to select: if the user wishes to supply power to a transformer, the solution
is a Transformer Feeder.
The matching functional unit is therefore a TF, comprising an AD1 cubicle
equipped with a disconnector switch, circuit breaker and a type T Sepam.
incomer feeder bus section busbar metering
line transformer line transformer capacitor switchboard meter / earth

busbar busbar busbar busbar busbar
disconnector disconnector disconnector disconnector disconnector
circuit breaker circuit breaker circuit breaker circuit breaker circuit breaker circuit breaker
line disconnector line disconnector line disconnector line disconnector line disconnector line disconnector line disconnector
earthing switch earthing switch earthing switch earthing switch earthing switch earthing switch
LI TI LF TF CF B-S BB-S
AD1 - AD2 AD1 - AD2 AD1 - AD2 AD1 - AD2 AD1 - AD2 CL1 - CL2 TT1
Sepam S Sepam T Sepam S Sepam T Sepam C Sepam B Sepam B
synoptic synoptic synoptic synoptic synoptic synoptic synoptic
current transformer / voltage transformer current transformer voltage transformer
(only CL2)
lightning
arresters
key locks key locks
Incomer Feeder Switchboard bus section Busbar metering

LI, TI with AD1/AD2 LF, TF, CF with AD1/AD2 BS with CL1/CL2 BB-S with TT1
Choice Double Busbar System
The GM6 range is composed of 8 functional units. The chart below may be used
to link up needs and functional units, and it gives information on the general
composition of each unit.
How to select: if the user wishes to supply power to a transformer, the solution
is a Transformer Feeder.
The matching functional unit is therefore a TF, comprising an AD1 cubicle
equipped with a disconnector switch, circuit breaker and a type T Sepam.
incomer feeder bus bus busbar

section coupler metering
line transformer line transformer capacitor switchboard switchboard meter / earth
busbar busbar busbar busbar busbar busbar busbar busbar
disconnector disconnector disconnector disconnector disconnector disconnector disconnector disconnector
circuit breaker circuit breaker circuit breaker circuit breaker circuit breaker circuit breaker circuit breaker
earthing switch earthing switch earthing switch earthing switch earthing switch earthing switch
LI TI LF TF CF B-S B-C BB-S
AD1 - AD2 AD1 - AD2 AD1 - AD2 AD1 - AD2 AD1 - AD2 CL1 - CL2(1) CT1-CT2 TT1(1)
Sepam S Sepam T Sepam S Sepam T Sepam C Sepam B Sepam B Sepam B
synoptic synoptic synoptic synoptic synoptic synoptic synoptic synoptic
current transformer / voltage transformer current current voltage
transformer transformer transformer
(only CL2) (only CT2)
lightning
arresters
key locks key locks
(1)
use one unit for each busbar
Incomer Feeder Switchboard bus section

LI, TI with AD1/AD2 LF, TF, CF with AD1/AD2 BS with CL1/CL2
Busbar coupler Busbar metering

B-C with CT1/CT2 BB-S with TT1
Description
Functional unit/cubicle correspondence chart

The chart below summarizes the electrical characteristics of each of the GM6
functional units.
The type of cubicle used for the function varies according to the characteristics.
The name of the cubicle (AD1, CL2,...) is the name which appears on the GM6 test
certificates.
How to read the chart:
to create a “line incomer” function, an LI functional unit is chosen.
The incomer characteristics are:
t Un = 24kV,
t Isc = 25kA,
t In = 2500A.
The cubicle used for this function is an AD2.
function 24 kV 36 kV
line incomer LI kA kA
transformer incomer TI 31,5 31,5
switchboard coupler SS 25 25
AD2
AD1 AD2
1250 2500 A 1250 2500 A
line feeder LF kA kA
transformer feeder TF 31,5 31,5
capacitor feeder CF 25 25
AD2
AD1 AD2
1250 2500 A 1250 2500 A

bus section B-S kA kA
31,5 31,5
25 25
CL2
CL1 CL2
1250 2500 A 1250 2500 A
bus coupler** B-C kA kA

31,5 31,5
25 25
CT2
CT1 CT2
1250 2500 A 1250 2500 A
busbar metering BB-S kA kA

31,5 31,5
25 25
TT1 TT1
1250 2500 A* 1250 2500 A*
* busbar current
** only for double busbar system
GM6
Front views Side views Side views Front views
AD1 AD1 AD2 AD2
If CTs are required, select CL2.
CL1 CL1 bus coupler CL1 bus section
CL2 CL2 bus coupler CL2 bus riser
TT1 TT1
Dimensions (mm) and approximate weights (kg)
by type of cubicle
AD1 AD2 CL1 CL2 TT1
width (mm) 500 700 1075 1475 500
height (mm) 2560
depth (mm) 1800-2200* 1800
(*) without-with VTs weight (kg) 720-840* 1080-1260*
1700 1900-2000*** 700
(**) without CTs- min weight with 1 CT set- max weight with 720-770-820** 1080-1130-1310**
2 CTs sets
(***) without-with CTs.
Description
AD1 AD1 AD2 AD2
CL1-F CL1-F bus section CL1-F bus riser
CL1-R CL1-R bus section CL1-R bus riser
CL2-F CL2-F bus section CL2-F bus riser
GM6
CL2-R CL2-R bus section CL2-R bus riser
If CTs are
required,
select CT2
with current
transformers.
CT1 CT1 bus coupler CT2 bus coupler CT2
CT2 with current bus coupler bus riser

transformers
TT1-F TT1-F TT1-R TT1-R

Dimensions (mm) and approximate weights (kg)
by type of cubicle
AD1 AD2 CL1 CL2 (****) TT1
width (mm) 500 700 1075 1475 500
height (mm) 2560
(*) without-with VTs depth (mm) 1800-2200* 1800
(**) without CTs- min weight with 1 CT set- max weight weight (kg) 875-995* 1295-1475*
with 2 CTs sets 1855 2115-2215*** 855
875-925-975** 1295-1345-1525**
(***) without-with CTs
(****) dimensions also valid for CT2 with CTs.
GM6 Protection monitoring and control
Switchboard monitoring and control
GM6 supervision system

GM6 can be provided with a user’s customized supervision system designed to
control and monitor GM6 switchboards.
The use of a supervision system is a key factor in the improvement of the quality
of service:
t efficiency in daily use and operations thanks to a user friendly user interface,
t continuity of service by fast intervention provided by remote control of the GM6,
t understanding and analysis of events and loads.
User-friendly and dependable operator interface

The operator interface of a GM6 supervision system is designed to be used
by electricians.
The ergonomics is intuitive, making the system easy to understand and use.
Architecture
The user terminal consists of a compatible personal computer.
It is directly connected to the Sepam protection units via a standard communication
bus.
The control station can easily be connected to a higher level monitoring
and control system.
Basic functions
The main functions are:
t installation display by chained mimic diagrams
(animated single line diagram, device position, energized parts, current faults…),
t continuity of service by fast intervention provided by remote control of the GM6,
t understanding and analysis of events and loads.
GM6
GM6 switchboard: protection monitoring and control unit

Sepam is a range of digital monitoring protection and control units.
Sepam is at the centre of protection, monitoring and control system for GM6
functional units: all the necessary protection, metering, control, monitoring and
signalling functions are carried out by Sepam.
Sepam has a range of units defined to provide an optimal solution for a each
application, and includes:
t Sepam S, sub-station incomer and feeder
t Sepam B, bus sectioning
t Sepam T, transformer feeder
t Sepam M, motor feeder
t Sepam C, capacitor feeder
t Sepam G, generator feeder
The Sepam range hinges around 2 functional and hardware bases:

t Sepam 2000, focused on performance, covers all GM6 functional applications
+
t Sepam 1000 , simple and modular, offers an optimezed solution for most
common applications.
Sepam advantages
Sepam, a digital multi-functional protection unit, provides you with the following
advantages:
t simple to use for better dayly efficiency: use-machine interface (UMI) which
is ergonomic and which provides comprehensive and clear information to operators
t simple to incorporate: flexibility and user friendliness of parameter setting
software, simplified tests
t money saving:
v integrating all functions required in one single, ready to use product
v upgradable solution, to spread the cost of investment over time
t centralized GM6 switchboard management:
v Sepam is easily integrated into all network control systems, due to its Modbus
communication interface
v all data required for installation monitoring and control are accessible through
the Modbus communication
t better network knowledge through the oscillo-disturbance recording function
and measurement of the imbalance ratio, motor operation parameters, etc.:
t improving continuity of service
v through effective preventive equipment maintenance using switchgear diagnosis
functions: time and number of operations, sum of breaking currents A2, etc.
v through clear and comprehensive information, both locally and remotely, reducing
the time needed to act in the event of a fault.
to remote
control centre
I on O off trip I on O off trip
A V/Hz W/ϕ Wh clear alarm reset A V/Hz W/ϕ Wh clear alarm reset
MERLIN GERIN MERLIN GERIN
I on O off trip I on O off trip I on O off trip I on O off trip
A V/Hz W/ϕ Wh clear alarm reset A V/Hz W/ϕ Wh clear alarm reset A V/Hz W/ϕ Wh clear alarm reset A V/Hz W/ϕ Wh clear alarm reset
MERLIN GERIN MERLIN GERIN MERLIN GERIN MERLIN GERIN
GM6 Protection monitoring and control
Functional unit protection
Protection and control solution

Each GM6 functional unit is equipped with a protection and control solution suitable
for the function to be performed.
The solution comprises :
(1)
t a Sepam Protection and Control unit suited to the needs,
t toroidal current transformers,
t voltage transformers,
t low voltage auxiliaries: test blocks, auxiliary contacts, terminal blocks ...
t low voltage outlets for connection to the switching device.
(1)
or any other combination of relays, automation devices, measurements and metering
apparatus.
Sepam 2000, for all applications

The Sepam 2000 range of digital protection, monitoring and control units provides
a comprehensive solution for all applications:
sub-station, busbar, transformer and motor, as well as generators and capacitors.
Different types of Sepam 2000 are proposed for each type of equipment to be
protected. For example, there are 30 different types of Sepam 2000 dedicated
to protection, monitoring and control of transformers.
Each Sepam 2000 is an optimized solution, designed to provide an exact response
to the actual requirements of a functional application, including all the required
functions ready to use.
Focused on performance, Sepam 2000 includes the following functions:
t metering functions: measurement of current and voltage, measurement of power
and active and reactive energy, etc.
t protection functions: directional phase and earthing protection, differential
transformer or machine protection, etc.
t monitoring and control functions: in its function as a programmable logical
controller, Sepam 2000 is pre-programmed to carry out standard monitoring and
control functions, and can be re programmed to handle any specific automatic
control function!
Sepam 1000+, for the most common applications

Sepam 1000+ is a new range of protection, monitoring and control units which are
both cost-effective and high performance.
Sepam 1000+, a simple solution:
t a lean catalogue adapted to the following typical applications: line incomers
and feeders, transformers, motors and busbars,
t ready to use, with integrated settable breaking device control,
t ergonomic user-machine interface (UMI) for intuitive use
Sepam 1000+, a modular solution.

To adapt to increasing numbers of applications, and to allow the installation to be
upgraded at a later date:
t choice between 2 user-machine interfaces (UMI): a basic UMI, or an advanced
UMI with graphic LCD screen and keypad. The advanced UMI can be remotely
located and its screens can be customized in all languages.
t functional enhancement with optional additional modules: on / off input / output,
Modbus communication network connection interface, acquisition module for 8
temperature probes or low level analogue output module (4-20 mA).
For detailed information, see catalogues (Sepam Encyclopædia on CD ROM).
Protection monitoring and control
Current and voltage transformers
In the protection system, the functional units are fitted with transformers designed
to supply the measurements and/or protection circuits:
t current transformers,
t voltage transformers,
The active parts are totally encapsulated in an integral epoxy resin molding
which serves a dual function:
t it ensures electrical insulation,
t it guarantees the assembly an excellent mechanical resistance.
Current transformers
AD1 and AD2 units
ARC, AOL, AOPC and ARL (see table on page 24) type toroidal-core current
transformers, located in the cable compartment. The toroidal core accommodates
the secondary windings, the cable is the primary winding.
The transformers have primary current values of 50A to 2500A and secondary
current 1A or 5A.
AOPC type
CL2 unit
ARO type toroidal-core current transformers, located in the bus-section unit.
The transformers have primary current values of 50A to 2500A and secondary
current 1A or 5A.
Schneider has a standardized list of CTs that are appropriate for use with digital
protections to simplify the determination of accuracy characteristics.
This list is available on request.
ARO type
Voltage transformer
TT1 unit
VRT type metal shielded voltage transformers, located in the cable compartment.
They have one insulated MV end with plug-in connector, for connection between
neutral and phase conductors in 3-phase systems.
The cores and windings are overcast in epoxy resin, providing electrical insulation.
The external surface is metal shielded.
VRT type
GM6 Apparatus
SF1-G circuit breaker up to 36 kV
SF1-G circuit breaker

t The SF1-G circuit breakers are of the “puffer“ type and use SF6 gas
as a breaking and insulating medium.
They are composed of three poles mounted on a base which supports
the operating mechanism. Acording to IEC 56 App. EE (1987), the circuit breaker
is defined as a sealed pressure system, that is an assembly for which no further
gas processing is required during its expected operating life.
t The fundamental feature of the circuit breaker- essential for the very concept
of a fully gas insulated switchgear- is its very high dependability which means:
v high reliability,
v long mechanical life: the circuit breakers are designed for 10000 mechanical
operations with no need to replace parts with only ordinary maintenance of the
operating mechanism,
v long electrical life: the capacity of breaking load and short circuit current is much
higher than it is normally required in 30years of operational life. The circuit breakers
comply for the electrical endurance life whit Table IV of the ENEL (Italian National
Electricity Board) specification DY 1702 and IEC 56.
v no need for any maintenance on the active parts,
v manufactured under a fully quality assurance program.
Puffer type: operating principle

The main contacts and arcing contacts are initially closed (fig 1).
Precompression (fig 2)
When the contacts begin to open, the piston slightly compresses the SF6 gas
in the pressure chamber.
Arcing period (fig 3)
The arc strikes between the arcing contacts. The piston continues its downward
movement.
A small quantity of gas, directed by the insulating nozzle, is injected across the arc.
For the breaking of low currents, the arc is cooled by forced convection.
However, for high currents, thermal expansion causes the hot gases to move
toward the colder parts of the pole unit.
fig. 1 fig. 2 The distance between the two arcing contacts becomes sufficient for the current
to be broken when it reaches the zero point, due to the dielectric properties of SF6.
Sweeping overstroke (fig 4)
The moving parts finish their movement and the injection of cold gas continues until
the contacts are completely open.
fig. 3 fig. 4
GM6
Characteristics of circuit breakers

in GM6 GIS
electrical characteristics SF1-G
rated voltage kV, 50/60 Hz 24 36
insulation level kV, rms 50 Hz - 1 mn 50 70
kV, 1.2/50 µs impulse 125 170
rated normal current A 630 t t
1250 t t
2500 t t
4000 t* t*
short circuit breaking current kA, rms 25 25

31,5 31,5
short circuit current kA, peak 63 63
80 80
short-time withstand current kA, rms 3s 25 25
31,5 31,5
capacitor breaking current A =630 530 530
for rated current >630 875 630
rated operating sequence O-0.3s-CO-30s-CO t t
O-0.3s-CO-3min-CO t t
approximate operating time ms opening 40-60 40-60

breaking 50-70 50-70
closing 50-70 50-70
* 2 circuit breakers in parallel.
Circuit breaker
The circuit breakers in the SF1-G range use SF6 for insulation and current
breaking. They are composed of three poles mounted on a base which supports
the operating mechanism. Acording to IEC 56 App. EE (1987), the circuit breaker
is defined as a sealed pressure system, that is an assembly for which no further
gas processing is required during its expected operating life.
t The fundamental feature of the circuit breaker- essential for the very concept
of a fully gas insulated switchgear- is its extremaly high dependability which means:
v high reliability
v long mechanical life: the circuit breakers are designed for 10000 mechanical
operation with no need to raplace parts with only ordinary maintenance of the
operating mechanism
v long electrical life: the capacity of breaking load and short circuit current is much
higher than it is normally required in 30years of operational life. by way of example,
the circuit breakers are guaranteed for the elctrical duration defined by Table IV
of the ENEL (Italian National Electricity Board) specification DY 1702.
v no need for any maintenance on the active parts
v manufactured under a fully quality assurance program.
main switching features

v low overvoltages when breaking small inductive currents
v suitable for rapid autoreclosing duty
v suitable for switching capacitor banks
standards
the indicated features are referred to the following standards and specifications:
IEC 56 and 694 International Standards
ENEL DY 1701-707 specifications
operating times
t opening time (interval of time between the instant of energizing the opening
release and the instant when the arcing contacts have separated in all poles):
40 to 60 ms
t break time (interval of time between the instant of energizing the opening release
and the instant when the arc extinguishes in all poles): 50 to 70 ms
t closing time (interval of time between energizing the closing circuit and the
instant when the contacts touch in all poles): 50 to 70 ms
operating sequence
Consult our technical department for other operating sequences.
GM6 Apparatus
GMh operating mechanism
GMh operating mechanism

SF1-G range circuit breakers are actuated by a GMh operating mechanism that
ensures switching device closing and opening speed that is independent of the
operator.
Circuit breakers equipped with a GMh electrical operating mechanism can perform
remote control functions and implement reclosing cycles.
A GMh electrical operating mechanism includes:

t a spring system that stores the energy needed to close and open the breaker,
t a manual spring charging system,
t an electrical motor spring charging device that automatically recharges
the mechanism as soon as the contacts close (time i 5 s),
t two mechanical push-buttons on the front panel for opening and closing,
t an electrical closing system including:
v a closing release for remote control and an anti-pumping relay.
t an electrical “opening” release system featuring one or more releases
of the following types:
v shunt,
v undervoltage,
v low power-consuming mitop*,
t operation counter,
t an optional “operating mechanism charged“ indication contact,
t an end-of-charging contact,
t a black and white mechanical “open-closed” position indicator,
t a multi-pin connector for isolating auxiliary circuits in the “disconnected“ position.
Auxiliary contacts
The GMh operating mechanism is equipped with a block of 15 auxiliary contacts,
including:
t 1 changeover contact for the electrical operating mechanism,
t 1 changeover contact for indication,
t 1 changeover contact for the shunt release.
The number of available contacts depends on the composition of the operating
mechanism and the options chosen. In any case the minimum available contact are
7 (4NC - 3NO).
* mitop: current-operated release used as an option with the Sepam 100 LA protection relay.
rated current 10 A
breaking AC 10 A with 220V
capacity (p.f. u 0.3)
DC 1.5 A with 110 or 220V
(L/R i 0.01 s)
GMh operating mechanism characteristics

type of auxiliaries spring closing opening release
charging release shunt under- Mitop
motor single double voltage
supply voltage AC (V) 50 Hz 48 -110 - 220
60 Hz 120 - 240
DC (V) 24 - 48 - 60 - 110 - 125 - 220
consumption AC (VA) 500 100 100 200 400/90**
DC (W) 500 70 70 140 100/10** 7
possible combinations = + + + + +
of auxiliaries t1 t1 t1
and quantities or t1 t1 t1 t 1
or t1 t1 t1
or t1 t1 t1 t 1
or t1 t1 t 1
or t1 t1 t 1 t 1
or t1 t1 t 1 t 1
or t1 t1
** pick-up/hold consumption.
GM6 Apparatus
Auxiliary diagram
Auxiliary diagram
GMh circuit breaker operating mechanism
KN Anti-pumping relay.
M Spring charging motor.
M3 “Operating mechanism charged” indication. Sm1
Mitop “Mitop” operating release (current-operated).
Sm2
Q Circuit breaker.
QF Circuit breaker auxiliary contacts. Sm3
Sn
SE Latch check
SM Manual charging operation in progress.
M1-M2 End-of-charging contacts.
Sm1 Closing push button (outside).
Sm2 Opening push button for shunt trip release
SM
(outside).
Sm3 Opening push button for undervoltage release
QF
(outside).
Sn Closing disable contact (outside). SC
Q
SP1 Pressure-switch contact first level. SE KN
SP2 Pressure-switch contact second level.
YF Closing release. Y01 Y02 SP1
YM Undervoltage opening release. M1 M2 M3 Mitop
Y01-Y02 Shunt opening releases. YM SP2
SC Busbar to earth indication. M YF
GM6 Installation
Cable terminations
The switchgear is designed for the use of plug-in terminations according

to DIN 47637 specifications.
It is possible to connect up to four cables (1/3-core cable) for each phase with
a max. cable cross-section up to 630 mm2.
In order to simplify the assembly and cable-testing work, the height of the
connection point is more than 700 mm.
Type of cable terminations (only for reference):

rated unit short max n° of cables max n° of CT
voltage rated circuit
current current
per phase (1) per phase
kV A kA size 1 size 3 and type
12-24 630 25 1 2 x ARC2
12-24 630 25 2 2 x AOL2 (2)
12-24 1250 25 2 2 x AOL2
12-36 1250/1600 31.5 2 2 x AOPC
12-36 2000 31.5 3 2 x ARL4
12-36 2500 31.5 4 2 x ARL5 (3)
An addictional bushing to DIN 47637 can be provided on request for connecting a voltage
transformer per phase.
(1)
cable cross section
t for size 1 terminations: from 25 to 240 mm2
t for size 3 terminations: from 150 to 630 mm2
(2)
type ARC2 with only 1 cable per phase
(3)
type ARL4 with 3 cables per phase
AD2 AD2
4 cables per phase 3 cables per phase

with ARL5 CT type with ARL4 CT type
+ VT connection
AD2 AD1
2 cables per phase with 2 cables per phase

AOPC CT type with AOL CT type
GM6 Installation
Example of layout
Line-up switchgear
(two supply cubicles and one bus section 36 kV 2500 A)
800
1800
4200
50 50
500 700 700 700 500 1475 500 700 700 700
2 feeders incomer busbar bus section busbar incomer 2 feeders
1600
1250 A or 2500 A 1250A transformer 2500 A transformer 2500A 1250 A or 2500 A
with VT with VT
7675
Civil engineering with utilities space

(1)
up to 1200 mm if requested
(2)
distance needed to extract a functional unit from the switchboard without
moving the other units
(3)
minimum distance (mm)
(4)
minimum distance (mm), according to the cables bending radius
(5)
the switchboard where internal arc protection is required, please consult us.
3200(5)
2700
For further details, please refer to the civil engineering manual.
1600(1)- 2000(2)
800(3)
280 800
1200 (4)
GM6 Environment
Preserving the environment
The Schneider recycling procedure for The Schneider recycling procedure

SF6 based products is subject to rigorous
management, and allows each device to
be traced through to its final destruction.
Within the framework of the group’s environmental policy, Schneider services

has made an operational procedure available, enabling medium voltage switchgear
to be processed while eliminating any release of SF6 into the atmosphere.
To help you to protect the environment, and to take care of your storage or
dismantling concerns, Schneider services offers to recover any of your equipment
that is reaching the end of its service life.
The GM6 has been designed with environmental protection in mind:
c the insulating and conducting materials that are used are identified,
easy to separate, and recyclable,
c SF6 can be recovered at the end of its life, and reused after treatment.
Schneider Electric S.p.A. Circonvallazione Est, 1 As standards, specifications and designs change from time to
24040 Stezzano (BG) time, please ask for confirmation of the information given in this
Tel. (035) 4151111 publication.
Tfax (035) 4153200
LEES CA M 321 B E 1-0501-4A

GIS Schneider

Enviado por

Dados do documento

Direitos autorais

Formatos disponíveis

Compartilhar este documento

Compartilhar ou incorporar documento

Opções de compartilhamento

Você considera este documento útil?

Este conteúdo é inapropriado?

Direitos autorais:

Formatos disponíveis

GIS Schneider

Enviado por

Direitos autorais:

Formatos disponíveis

Medium Voltage

Public distribution networks

HV/MV substation control

Industrial and building networks

tGM6 units: medium voltage equipment comprising cubicles with breaking

Pre-engineered and adaptable solutions

INCOMER BUS COUPLER FEEDER 630 A

Investment Optimization and Profitability

rated voltage (kV) 24 36(6)

GM6 switchgear is made up of interconnected functional units, available as single-

The cubicle comprises four electrically independent compartments.

The circuit breaker compartment is composed of an alluminium housing filled

The MV connection compartment is situated in the bottom of the cubicle and it

Disconnectable circuit breaker

Protection and control system

AD type functional unit (incomer and feeder)

AD type functional unit (incomer and feeder)

incomer feeder bus section busbar metering

line transformer line transformer capacitor switchboard meter / earth

Incomer Feeder Switchboard bus section Busbar metering

incomer feeder bus bus busbar

Incomer Feeder Switchboard bus section

Busbar coupler Busbar metering

Functional unit/cubicle correspondence chart

The cubicle used for this function is an AD2.

1250 2500 A 1250 2500 A

1250 2500 A 1250 2500 A

1250 2500 A 1250 2500 A

bus coupler** B-C kA kA

1250 2500 A 1250 2500 A

busbar metering BB-S kA kA

1250 2500 A* 1250 2500 A*

Front views Side views Side views Front views

AD1 AD1 AD2 AD2

If CTs are required, select CL2.

CL1 CL1 bus coupler CL1 bus section

CL2 CL2 bus coupler CL2 bus riser

Front views Side views Side views Front views

AD1 AD1 AD2 AD2

If CTs are required, select CL2.

CL1-F CL1-F bus section CL1-F bus riser

If CTs are required, select CL2.

CL1-R CL1-R bus section CL1-R bus riser

CL2-F CL2-F bus section CL2-F bus riser

Front views Side views Side views Front views

CL2-R CL2-R bus section CL2-R bus riser

CT1 CT1 bus coupler CT2 bus coupler CT2

CT2 with current bus coupler bus riser

TT1-F TT1-F TT1-R TT1-R

GM6 supervision system

User-friendly and dependable operator interface

GM6 switchboard: protection monitoring and control unit

The Sepam range hinges around 2 functional and hardware bases:

I on O off trip I on O off trip

MERLIN GERIN MERLIN GERIN

I on O off trip I on O off trip I on O off trip I on O off trip

MERLIN GERIN MERLIN GERIN MERLIN GERIN MERLIN GERIN

Protection and control solution

Sepam 2000, for all applications

Sepam 1000+, for the most common applications

Sepam 1000+, a modular solution.

For detailed information, see catalogues (Sepam Encyclopædia on CD ROM).

SF1-G circuit breaker

Puffer type: operating principle