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ICS 29.120.40 NRS 031:1998

ISBN 0-626-11992-8 Second edition

Rationalized User Specification

ALTERNATING CURRENT
DISCONNECTORS AND EARTHING
SWITCHES (ABOVE 1000 V)

Preferred requirements for applications in

the Electricity Supply Industry

N R S
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This Rationalized User Specification is

issued by the NRS Project
on behalf of the
User Group given in the foreword
and is not a standard as contemplated in the Standards Act, 1993 (Act 29 of 1993).

Rationalized user specifications allow user

organizations to define the performance and quality
requirements of relevant equipment.

Rationalized user specifications may, after a certain

application period, be introduced as national standards.

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Contents
Page

Foreword ......................................................................................................................................... 2

Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 3

Key words ....................................................................................................................................... 3

1 Scope ......................................................................................................................................... 5

2 Normative references ................................................................................................................ 6

3 Definitions ................................................................................................................................... 8

4 Requirements ............................................................................................................................. 9

4.1 General ........................................................................................................................... 9

4.2 Design ............................................................................................................................. 9
4.3 Mounting of disconnectors ............................................................................................. 12
4.4 Operation ........................................................................................................................ 13
4.5 Main circuit requirements for disconnectors .................................................................. 14
4.6 Bearings for disconnectors and earthing switches ........................................................ 14
4.7 Operating rod couplings for disconnectors and earthing switches ............................... 14
4.8 Spark gaps and arcing horns for disconnectors ............................................................ 14
4.9 Auxiliary switches for disconnectors and earthing switches ......................................... 14
4.10 Interlocking of earthing switches .................................................................................... 16
4.11 Protection of housings and mechanism boxes .............................................................. 16
4.12 Low-voltage fuses ........................................................................................................... 16
4.13 Main terminals ................................................................................................................ 16
4.14 Secondary terminals ....................................................................................................... 17
4.15 Terminal strips and gland plates .................................................................................... 17
4.16 Wiring, terminations and identification ........................................................................... 17
4.17 Metal finish ...................................................................................................................... 17
4.18 Insulators ........................................................................................................................ 18
4.19 Creepage distance ......................................................................................................... 18
4.20 Spares and special tools ................................................................................................ 19

5 Tests ........................................................................................................................................... 19

5.1 Type tests ........................................................................................................................... 19

5.2 Routine tests ...................................................................................................................... 20

6 Marking/labelling/documentation ............................................................................................... 20

6.1 Rating plates ...................................................................................................................... 20

6.2 Labels ................................................................................................................................. 20
6.3 Drawings ............................................................................................................................ 21
6.4 Test certificates .................................................................................................................. 21
6.5 Instruction manuals ............................................................................................................ 21

Annexes

A Guide to purchasers on preparing an enquiry .......................................................................... 22

B Model form for schedules A and B ............................................................................................ 24
Bibliography .................................................................................................................................... 30
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Foreword
This specification has been prepared on behalf of the Electricity Suppliers Liaison Committee and
approved by them for use by supply authorities.

This specification was prepared by a Working Group comprising the following members:

R Hopkins (Chairman) Eskom Transmission

B F Berwyn-Taylor City Electrical Engineer, Cape Town, AMEU
D T Brown Durban Metro Electricity
A J Claasen SABS
C Clark Eskom Distribution
R W Curtis JCI, for Chamber of Mines of South Africa
J A Ehrich Pretoria City Council
A H L Fortmann City Electrical Engineer, Boksburg, AMEU
C Haldforty Greater Johannesburg Metropolitan Council
R Harris Port Elizabeth Electricity Department
M A Makhubela (Project Leader) NRS Project
J G Malan Director, Electricity, Kempton Park/Tembisa Metropolitan
Substructure, AMEU
R G Smith East London Municipality
A J van der Merwe City Electrical Engineer, Bloemfontein Municipality

The Working Group was appointed by the Electricity Suppliers Liaison Committee which, at the time
of approval, comprised the following members:

R Wienand (Chairman) Director, Technical Services, Durban Metro Electricity

H Beck City Electrical Engineer, East London, AMEU
B F Berwyn-Taylor City Electrical Engineer, Cape Town, AMEU
L A Carlo Acting Manager, Distribution Technology, Eskom
A J Claasen Manager, Electrical Engineering Standards, SABS
F H D Conradie Senior Manager (Transmission) Eskom
P H Crowdy Design Manager, Distribution Technology, Eskom
R W Curtis JCI, for Chamber of Mines of South Africa
J A Ehrich City Electrical Engineer, Pretoria, AMEU
A H L Fortmann City Electrical Engineer, Boksburg, AMEU
R B Gwilt City Electrical Engineer, Port Elizabeth, AMEU
D F Hunt Technology Standardization Manager, Eskom
I P Kruger Director, Department of Electrical Engineering, SABS
J G Malan City Electrical Engineer, Kempton Park Municipality
P J S van Niekerk Executive Officer, Metro Electricity, GJMC, AMEU
A J van der Merwe City Electrical Engineer, Bloemfontein Municipality
H R Whitehead Executive Director,Technical Services, Durban Metro Electricity

Annexes A, B and C are for information only.

Recommendations for corrections, additions or deletions should be addressed to the NRS Project
Manager, c/o SABS, Private Bag X191, Pretoria, 0001.

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Introduction
This specification was prepared to establish and promote uniform requirements for alternating
current disconnectors and earthing switches, to enable purchasers to acquire the specified
equipment without the need for detailed and extensive contract documents.

The Electricity Suppliers Liaison Committee expresses the wish that, in the national interest and in
support of government policy to foster local manufacture and stimulate export, all purchasers adopt
the recommendations of this specification insofar as their particular conditions will permit. Any
differences between the requirements of this specification and the corresponding purchaser's
requirements should, as far as possible, be clearly indicated in the schedules A and B, which may be
compiled using the draft schedules set out in annex B attached to this specification and should,
where appropriate, be submitted for consideration in future revisions of this specification.

Key words
Disconnectors; Isolators; Earthing switches.
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SPECIFICATION

Alternating current disconnectors and earthing switches

(above 1 000 V)

Preferred requirements for applications in the Electricity Supply Industry

1 Scope

1.1 This specification specifies the characteristics of alternating current disconnectors (isolators)
and earthing switches, designed for indoor and outdoor installations, for voltages exceeding 1 000 V
and for a service frequency of 50 Hz. It also applies to the operating devices of these disconnectors
and earthing switches and to their auxiliary equipment.

1.2 This specification is not applicable to disconnectors and earthing switches in metal-enclosed
switchgear and controlgear. It is not applicable to pantograph and rocking type disconnectors.

1.3 The disconnectors and earthing switches are intended to be used under the following normal
conditions:

a) ambient air temperature: −10 °C to 40 °C;

b) altitude: not exceeding 1 000 m;

c) average humidity: not exceeding 95 %;

d) negligible vibration due to external causes;

e) wind pressure: not exceeding 700 Pa (equivalent to 34 m/s); and

f) level of pollution: medium (see 4.19, table 4).

NOTE 1 For any special service conditions that differ from the normal conditions defined in 1.3, agreement should be
reached between the purchaser and the supplier on the conditions for use of the equipment.

NOTE 2 For low-voltage auxiliary equipment, no special precautions need be taken if the altitude is below 2 000 m.

NOTE 3 For internal insulation other than air at atmospheric pressure, the dielectric characteristics are identical at any
altitude and no special precautions need be taken.

NOTE 4 For disconnectors and earthing switches with both internal and external insulation (where the latter is of
principal concern), which are intended for service at altitudes that exceed 1 000 m, a correction factor, which may be
determined as set out in SABS IEC 60694, is applied to the relevant standard test voltage.
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2 Normative references
The following documents contain provisions which, through reference in this text, constitute
provisions of this specification. At the time of publication, the editions indicated were valid. All
standards and specifications are subject to revision, and parties to agreements based on this
specification are encouraged to investigate the possibility of applying the most recent editions of the
documents listed below. Information on currently valid national and international standards and
specifications can be obtained from the South African Bureau of Standards.

BS 88:1988, Cartridge fuses for voltages up to and including 1 000 V a.c. and 1 500 V d.c.

BS 1872:1990, Specification for electroplated coatings of tin.

IEC 60034-1:1996, Rotating electrical machines – Part 1: Rating and performance.

IEC 60038:1983, IEC standard voltages.

IEC 60059:1999, IEC standard current ratings.

IEC 60060-1:1989, High voltage test techniques – Part 1: General definitions and test requirements.

IEC 60129:1984, Alternating current disconnectors (isolators) and earthing switches.

(Amendment No. 1:1993)

IEC 60158-1:1970, Low voltage control gear – Part 1: Contractors.

IEC 60168:1994, Tests on indoor and outdoor post insulators of ceramic material or glass for systems
with nominal voltages greater than 1 000 V.

IEC 60269-1:1986, Low-voltage fuses – Part 1: General requirements.

IEC 60269-2:1986, Low-voltage fuses – Part 2: Supplementary requirements for fuses for use by
authorized persons (fuses mainly for industrial application).

IEC 60273:1990, Characteristics of indoor and outdoor post insulators for systems with nominal
voltages greater than 1 000 V.

IEC 60417:1973, Graphical symbols for use on equipment. Index, survey and compilation of the single
sheets.

IEC 60518:1975, Dimensional standardisation of terminals for high-voltage switchgear and

controlgear.

IEC 60529:1989, Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code).

IEC 60694:1996, Common specifications for high-voltage switchgear and controlgear standards.

IEC 60715:1981, Dimensions of low-voltage switchgear and controlgear. Standardised mounting on

rails for mechanical support of electrical devices in switchgear and controlgear installations.

IEC 60721-2-2:1988, Classification of environmental conditions – Part 2: Environmental conditions

appearing in nature – Section 2: Precipitation and wind.
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IEC 60721-2-4:1987, Classification of environmental conditions – Part 2: Environmental conditions

appearing in nature – Section 4: Solar radiation and temperature.
(Amendment No. 1, 1988)

IEC 60947:1996, Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear.

IEC 60947-1:1996, Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear – Part 1: General rules.

IEC 60947-3:1990, Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear – Part 3: Switches, disconnectors, switch-
disconnectors and fuse-combination units.

IEC 60947-4-1:1990, Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear – Part 4: Contractors and motor-starters
– Section 1: Electrotechnical contractors and motor-starters.

IEC 60947-5-1:1990, Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear – Part 5: Control circuit devices and
switching elements – Section 1: Electromechanical control circuit devices.

IEC 60947-5-2:1992, Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear – Part 5: Control circuit devices and
switching elements – Section 2: Proximity switches.

IEC 60947-6-1:1989, Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear – Part 6: Multiple function equipment –
Section 1: Automatic transfer switching equipment.

IEC 60947-6-2:1992, Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear – Part 6: Multiple function equipment –
Section 2: Control and protective switching devices (or equipment)(CPS).

IEC 60947-7-1:1989, Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear – Part 7: Ancillary equipment –

Section 1: Terminal blocks for copper conductors.

IEC 61128:1992, Alternating current disconnectors. Bus transfer current switching by disconnectors.

IEC 61129:1992, Alternating current earthing switches. Induced current switching.

IEV 50-151:1978, International Electrotechnical Vocabulary – Part 151: Electrical and magnetic
devices.

IEV 50-191:1990, International Electrotechnical Vocabulary – Part 191: Dependability and quality of
service.

IEV 50-441:1984, International Electrotechnical Vocabulary – Part 441: Switchgear, controlgear and
fuses.

IEV 50-601:1985, International Electrotechnical Vocabulary – Part 601: Generation, transmission and
distribution of electricity – General.

IEV 50-604:1987, International Electrotechnical Vocabulary – Part 604: Generation, transmission and
distribution of electricity – Operation.

SABS IEC 60034-1:1996, Rotating electrical machines – Part 1: Rating and performance.

SABS IEC 60185:1987, Current transformers.

SABS IEC 60694:1996, Common specifications for high-voltage switchgear and controlgear
standards.
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SABS 763:1988, Hot-dip (galvanized) zinc coatings (other than on continuously zinc-coated sheet and
wire).

SABS 1222:1997, Enclosures for electrical equipment classified by IP Code.

SABS 1507:1990, Electric cables with extruded solid dielectric insulation for fixed installations
(300/500 V to 1 900/3 300 V).
(Amendment No. 1, 1990)

3 Definitions
For the purposes of this specification, the following definitions apply:

NOTE Definitions that have been extracted from the International Electrotechnical Vocabulary (IEV) have been
indicated as such.

3.1 approved: Acceptable to and approved, in writing, by the purchaser.

3.2 arcing distance: The shortest distance in air external to the insulator between the metallic parts
which normally have the operating voltage between them. [IEV 471-01-08]

3.3 disconnector: A mechanical switching device which provides, in the open position, an isolating
distance in accordance with specified requirements. [IEV 441-14-05]

NOTE 1 A disconnector is capable of opening and closing a circuit either when negligible current is broken or made, or
when no significant change in the voltage across the terminals of each of the poles of the disconnector occurs. It is also
capable of carrying current under normal circuit conditions and carrying, for a specified time, currents under abnormal
conditions such as those of short-circuit.

NOTE 2 “Negligible current" implies currents such as capacitance currents of bushings, busbars, connections, very
short lengths of cables, currents of permanently connected grading impedances of circuit-breakers and currents of
voltage transformers and dividers. For rated voltages of 420 kV and below, a current not exceeding 0,5 A is deemed to
be a negligible current for the purpose of this definition; for rated voltages above 420 kV, the manufacturer should be
consulted.

NOTE 3 “No significant change in voltage" refers to such applications as the by-passing of induction voltage regulators
or circuit-breakers. [IEC 60129 addition]

3.4 earthing switch: A mechanical switching device for earthing parts of a circuit, capable of
withstanding for a specified time currents under abnormal conditions such as those of short-circuit, but
not required to carry current under normal conditions of the circuit. [IEV 441-14-11]

NOTE 1 An earthing switch may have a short-circuit making capacity.

NOTE 2 An earthing switch may or may not be incorporated with a disconnector. [NRS 031 addition]

3.4.1 double earthing switches: A three-phase earthing switch on each side of a disconnector.

3.4.2 single earthing switch: A three-phase earthing switch on one side of a disconnector.

3.5 special tool: Any non-standard tool that is necessary to carry out maintenance on a
disconnector isolator or earthing switch (or both). Such a tool could be for contact-assembly and
contact pressure setting, but also for mechanical bearing assembly and disassembly, etc.
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4 Requirements

4.1 General
Alternating current disconnectors and earthing switches shall comply with the requirements of
IEC 60129, except where these requirements are modified by the following text.

4.2 Design

4.2.1 Type

[Link] Disconnectors

The type of disconnector required for example, a horizontal single break or a centre-rotating post
double-break, and whether it is to be fitted with a single earthing switch or with double earthing
switches will be specified in schedule A. Details of the disconnector offered shall be stated in
schedule B.

[Link] Earthing switches

The type and details of the earthing switch offered shall be stated in schedule B.

4.2.2 Overload capability

Equipment designed for continuous passage of load current shall be capable of withstanding a 20 %
overload current for a duration of 8 h without permanent damage or loss of rated characteristics.

4.2.3 Ratings

Disconnectors and earthing switches shall be rated in accordance with IEC 60129 and shall be
capable of carrying the currents specified in schedule A (see also 4.2.5).

Earthing switches and disconnectors, which shall be manually operated, shall have a short-time
withstand current duration of 1 s or 3 s, as specified in schedule A (see also note 2 to table 1).

4.2.4 Rated voltage

The rated voltage of disconnectors and earthing switches will be specified in schedule A, in
accordance with 4.1 of SABS IEC 60694:1980.

4.2.5 Rated frequency

The rated frequency of disconnectors and earthing switches shall be 50 Hz.

4.2.6 Rated normal current

The rated normal current of disconnectors will be specified in schedule A in accordance with table 1.

4.2.7 Rated short-time withstand and peak withstand currents

The values of rated short-time withstand and peak withstand currents will be specified in schedule A
in accordance with table 1.
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Table 1 – Preferred rated current values

1 2 3
Rated voltage Rated current Rated short-time withstand
current

kV A kA
1 to 66 800 12,5
1600 20,0
88 to 132 1250 16,0
1600 20,0
2500 31,5
Above 132 1600 20,0
2500 40,0
3150 63,0
NOTE 1 For other values, see tables IV and VII of IEC 60129:1984.
NOTE 2 The duration of short-time withstand current is 1 s for voltages above 132 kV and 3 s for voltages of
132 V and lower.
NOTE 3 The rated peak withstand current shall be taken as 2,5 times the rated short-time withstand current.

4.2.8 Rated insulation level

The rated insulation level shall be the combination of the rated lightning impulse withstand voltage
and the rated short duration power frequency withstand voltage as given in table 2.

Table 2 – Rated insulation level

Voltages in kilovolts
1 2 3 4 5
Nominal system Highest r.m.s. Rated lightning Rated switching Sixty second
r.m.s. voltage voltage for impulse peak impulse peak power frequency
equipment withstand voltage withstand voltage r.m.s. withstand
voltage

Un Um kV kV Ut
3,3 3,6 45 - 16
6,6 7,2 75 - 22
11,0 12,0 95 - 28
22,0 24,0 150 - 50
33,0 36,0 200 - 70
44,0 48,0 250 - 95
66,0 72,5 350 - 95
88,0 100,0 380 - 150
450 1) - 185 1)
132,0 145,0 550 - 230
650 1) - 275 1)
220,0 245,0 850/950 1) - 350/4001)
275,0 300,0 1050 750 460
400,0 420,0 1425 950 630
765,0 800,0 2100 1425 950
1) These values are applicable to systems with non-effectively earthed neutrals or in the case of higher values,
deemed necessary by the purchaser.

4.2.9 Rated duration of short-circuit

Subclause 4.7 of SABS IEC 60694 is applicable.

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4.2.10 Rated supply voltage of closing and opening devices and auxiliary circuits

Subclause 4.8 of SABS IEC 60694 is applicable.

4.2.11 Rated supply frequency of operating devices and auxiliary circuits

Subclause 4.9 of SABS IEC 60694 is applicable.

4.2.12 Rated pressure of compressed gas supply for operation

Subclause 4.10 of SABS IEC 60694 is applicable.

4.2.13 Rated short-circuit making current

Subclause 4.101 of IEC 60129 is applicable.

4.2.14 Rated contact zone

Subclause 4.102 of IEC 60129 is applicable.

4.2.15 Ice-breaking capacity

Notwithstanding the fact that the climate is not conducive to severe icing conditions, as a measure of
confidence in the mechanical design, the equipment shall be designed and proven to have ice-
breaking capabilities in line with an ice coating thickness of 10 mm.

4.2.16 Induced current switching

When induced current switching requirements are required, the capability of the equipment shall be
in accordance with the recommendations set out in IEC 61128 and IEC 61129.

4.2.17 Rated mechanical terminal load of disconnectors

Notwithstanding the provisions of IEC 60129 concerning mechanical loads that can be applied to the
main terminals of disconnectors, a resultant force of 1 500 N in any direction in the plane normal to
the insulator and at the main terminals can be applied in service. Disconnectors shall be capable of
operating correctly with such a force applied to all main terminals simultaneously. Furthermore, this
force is additional to those forces arising from other influences, for example, short-circuits and winds
loading on the disconnector itself.

4.2.18 Corrosion protection and performance

Service experience has revealed that corrosion behaviour of the equipment has a major influence on
the performance. Corrosion of components in the main current path and the mechanical drive
system is often a common cause of failure. Since it is a major exercise to gain access to such
components and the resultant maintenance work often compromises reliability of the substation and
interconnected network, long-term resistance against corrosion is a foremost requirement of the
equipment. All equipment shall be designed to the same level of corrosion resistance criteria, i.e. it
shall always be assumed that the most onerous corrosive environment is applicable.

Measures to prevent corrosion shall be described in detail in schedule B. This applies particularly to
the main current path components where unlike materials are in galvanic contact.

4.3 Mounting of disconnectors

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Disconnectors shall normally be mounted in the horizontal position, i.e. with the bases in the
horizontal plane and with the insulators arranged vertically above the bases. The required mounting
arrangements, whether or not a support structure is to be provided, and other relevant details will be
specified in schedule A.

4.4 Operation

4.4.1 General

The method of operation, i.e. hand, electric motor or other method of operation, shall be specified in
schedule A. A single operating mechanism for each disconnector and for each earthing switch shall
operate the phases simultaneously.

4.4.2 Hand operation

Hand operation of disconnectors and earthing switches shall be by means of an approved metal
handle or metal lever, situated at a convenient height between 1 000 mm and 1 200 mm above the
ground. Furthermore, when the disconnector or earthing switch is operated, adequate clearance
shall be maintained to prevent the operator’s hand from striking against the support structure,
brackets, etc. The movement offered (i.e. vertical or horizontal) shall be stated in schedule B.

Facilities shall be provided for padlocking the disconnector or earthing switch in the open and closed
position, and shall include a 12 mm diameter hole to accommodate the padlock shank.

The following interlocks and operation facilities shall be provided:

a) with the door open, remote operation shall be blocked;

b) emergency hand operation. Insertion of the operating handle shall deactivate the electrical circuit
to the motor;

c) a three-position switch, labelled ‘Local’, ‘Off’ and ‘Remote’, and push buttons for local operation
of the disconnector. These push buttons shall be labelled ‘ON’ and ‘OFF’; and

d) when relevant, the special interlocking arrangements specified in schedule A.

4.4.3 Electric motor operation

Electric motor drives shall be located at a convenient position between 1 000 mm and 1 200 mm
above ground level and shall enable ready access to components within the enclosure, in particular,
the wiring, auxiliary switches, push buttons and secondary terminals.

The control voltage, rated power and starting current of the motor drives offered shall be stated in
schedule B.

4.4.4 Operating effort

No excessive force or effort shall be necessary to operate the equipment. The nominal forces or
torques (with permissible tolerances) required to operate the equipment shall be stated in
schedule B. Moreover these forces or torques shall not increase in service beyond the maximum
stated by the manufacturer. As a pre-commissioning test, these values shall be verified.

4.4.5 Safety of personnel and operators

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No part of the equipment shall create a hazard that could result in physical injury or electrical shock
to an operator when operating, touching or walking around the equipment.

4.4.6 Adjustment facilities and stability of settings

All mechanical adjustment facilities shall be fixed by means of an approved method such as lock-
nuts. Drilling and pinning will be permitted only where components are aligned to achieve correct
geometrical relationships between different parts of the basic assembly.

4.5 Main circuit requirements for disconnectors

4.5.1 General

Main circuits or current paths of disconnectors shall be compatible with post insulators, the
dimensions of which comply with the requirements of IEC 60273. It shall also be possible to
interchange main circuits of disconnectors with others of similar type from the same manufacturer,
without major re-adjustment of the disconnectors.

For centre-rotating post double-break disconnectors, a free entry/exit type contact system is
preferred.

In addition, attention shall be paid to corrosion protection, particularly the compatibility of dissimilar
materials in contact with one another. The purchaser reserves the right to call for evidence that main
circuit performance is not adversely affected by the physical conditions under which the
disconnectors will operate.

4.5.2 Rotating heads

Rotating heads or joints for disconnectors that transfer current shall be of the maintenance-free type.

4.6 Bearings for disconnectors and earthing switches

Bearings used in disconnectors and earthing switches shall be of the maintenance-free type and so
designed as to prevent the ingress of water and dust.

4.7 Operating rod couplings for disconnectors and earthing switches

Unless otherwise approved, the phase or interphase operating rod couplings shall incorporate a
running thread for fine adjustment.

4.8 Spark gaps and arcing horns for disconnectors

Unless specified in schedule A, spark gaps and arcing horns for disconnectors shall not be provided
for the protection of insulation against overvoltages.

4.9 Auxiliary switches for disconnectors and earthing switches

The various types of contacts to be used on disconnectors and earthing switches are described in
table 3. Auxiliary switches shall comply with the requirements of IEC 60947-3. The number, contact
type and rating of auxiliary switches required will be specified in schedule A.
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Table 3 – Details of auxiliary switch operation

1 2 3 4
Contact type Form 1) Action Relation to main contacts
G Normally open Early make Makes before main contacts make. Breaks after
main contacts break (margin not less than 20 %
of main contact travel)
M Normally open Late make Makes after main contacts make. Breaks before
main contacts break
F Normally closed Late break Breaks after main contacts make. Makes before
main contacts break
N Normally closed Early break Breaks before main contacts make. Makes after
main contacts break (margin not less than 30 %
of main contact travel)
D Fleeting Early make late Makes before main contacts make. Breaks after
break main contacts make
1) Relates to the auxiliary contact state when the main contacts are fully open. The relative timing of each of the
auxiliary switch contacts and the main contacts shall be indicated on the auxiliary switch wiring diagram.
NOTE Contact types G and N shall not be closed at the same time, neither shall contact types F and M.

% Travel of main contacts to contact touch point

0 20 40 60 80 100

MAIN CONTACTS
”Y”
F CONTACTS
No overlap of
F&M

M CONTACTS
Limits for “X” 80 % Limits for “Y”

G CONTACTS
No overlap of
“X” G&N

N CONTACTS
Main Main Isolator
Contacts open contacts fully
contacts
open touch closed
Contacts closed

Figure 1 – Auxiliary switch contacts timing diagram

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In addition to the auxiliary contacts required for control interlocking, the number and type of auxiliary
contacts required for each mechanism shall be as specified in schedule A. These contacts shall be
independent (i.e. not change-over contacts) and preferably easily convertible from normally-open to
normally-closed and vice versa. Auxiliary contacts shall reproduce main contact timing to approved
limits. All spare auxiliary switch contacts shall be wired independently to the secondary terminal
board. Auxiliary relays shall not be used to multiply the number of auxiliary contacts required.
Auxiliary switch contacts shall be protected against the ingress of dust particles. Where the
customer considers it necessary, dust guards shall be fitted at no extra cost. Cascading of auxiliary
switches via mechanical means is acceptable, provided that mechanical endurance testing has been
satisfactorily carried out. Proof of this shall be submitted with the tender documents.

4.10 Interlocking of earthing switches

Facilities shall be provided to inhibit electrical operation when a hand drive handle is inserted.

A mechanical interlock shall be provided to prevent the closing of any earthing associated with a
particular disconnector unless the disconnector is in the open position. The disconnector shall not
close unless the earthing switch is open.

4.11 Protection of housings and mechanism boxes

Auxiliary switch housings, mechanism boxes and similar items shall have a degree of protection of at
least IP54 in accordance with SABS 1222. Where such items are provided with ventilation or drain
holes and it is intended that the equipment is to be operated with the holes open, the items shall
have a degree of protection of at least IP44 in accordance with SABS 1222. All hinges, fasteners,
handles, etc., shall be made of corrosion-resistant material. Gaskets shall be of neoprene or heavy-
duty foam plastics. Felt or rubber gaskets shall not be used.

As an aid to preventing condensation, suitably rated heaters shall be fitted in motor mechanism
boxes. The a.c. supply for these heaters will be 230 V. Single heaters shall be permanently
connected. Where two-stage heaters are provided, one stage shall be permanently connected.
Individual fusing of the heaters is required in each mechanism cubicle. A fuse shall be provided in
the live side of the heater circuit and a solid withdrawable link in the neutral. No heater isolating
switch shall be provided. All terminals for the incoming a.c. supply to the fuses and the fuse live
terminals shall be shrouded.

4.12 Low-voltage fuses

All fuses shall be of the cartridge type and in accordance with the requirements of IEC 60269-1 and
IEC 60269-2. Carriers for all fuse links shall be black and those for solid links shall be white. Fuses
and links on the same subcircuit shall be mounted adjacent to one another.

4.13 Main terminals

The form of HV terminals of disconnectors and earthing switches will be specified in schedule A.
Copper stems shall be electroplated with tin in accordance with classification Cu/Sn/12/f of BS 1872.

Each disconnector or earthing switch shall be equipped with an approximately sized earthing terminal
such that, when the disconnector or earthing switch is carrying the rated short-time withstand current
specified in schedule A (see 4.2.7), the current density shall not exceed 150 A/mm2.
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4.14 Secondary terminals

All terminals for connection to external circuits shall be of the spring-loaded type unless otherwise
specified in schedule A or otherwise submitted for approval in schedule B. Not more than two
conductors shall be connected to any side of a terminal.

4.15 Terminal strips and gland plates

All auxiliary switches, internal wiring and other equipment requiring connection to external apparatus
shall be wired to suitable terminal strips in the associated enclosure.

Unless otherwise approved, each terminal strip shall be provided with at least 10 % spare terminals,
with a minimum of two.

The arrangement of the terminal strips in the equipment shall facilitate the entry of the incoming
control cables.

Any control cabling provided by the purchaser shall be multicore, PVC insulated, single-wire
armoured, PVC sheathed, complete with mechanical type glands, for which a removable brass or
other approved gland plate of the minimum size specified in schedule A shall be provided, adjacent
to the terminal board. To facilitate cable entry and connection, the distance between the bottom of
the terminal strip and the gland plate shall be at least 120 mm unless otherwise approved.

4.16 Wiring, terminations and identification

All secondary wiring shall consist of multistranded copper conductors suitably braced, clipped or
laced to prevent vibration. All connections shall be terminated in compression type or crimped type
lugs compatible with the device to be connected. Connections to equipment on swing doors shall be
arranged vertically over the hinge so as to give a twisting motion and not a bending motion to the
conductors. All terminals, labels, etc., shall be completely accessible after the wiring and cabling
have been completed.

All auxiliary wiring shall be insulated in accordance with SABS 1507 to withstand 2 kV to earth for
1 min.

All internal secondary wiring connecting onto terminal strips for external connections shall be
numbered at both ends with an approved type of marking device, the numbering being permanently
marked with black letters impressed on a white background. Interlocking type ferrules are preferred
and shall match the size of wire onto which they will be fitted.

The wiring between the auxiliary contacts and the secondary terminal strip shall have a cross-
sectional area of at least 2,5 mm2.

Wiring identification shall be in line with international practice. The use of alternative methods of
wiring identification is subject to approval by the purchaser.

4.17 Metal finish

Unless otherwise approved, all ferrous parts associated with disconnectors and earthing switches
shall be hot-dip galvanized in accordance with SABS 763. Electrogalvanizing, sherardizing or metal
spraying to a thickness of at least 80 µm is also acceptable if so specified in schedule A. In the case
of metal spraying, metallization shall be followed by a base coat and top coat of high quality
approved paint.
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All parts other than ferrous parts shall be made of corrosion-resistant material and shall be finished to
the approval of the purchaser.

Should any galvanizing be damaged during transit or erection, this shall be rectified using an
approved method (see schedule B).

4.18 Insulators
All insulators shall be of the outdoor type and shall comply, where relevant, with IEC 60168 and
IEC 60273. Details of the insulators offered shall be stated in schedule B.

Post insulators with ceramic bodies that comply with IEC requirements shall be supplied as standard.
The use of alternative insulator technologies such as toughened glass or composite or epoxy resin is
subject to agreement by the purchaser. Insulators from the same supplier and type shall be supplied
per item of equipment; mixing of insulator makes and type per item of equipment will not be allowed.
Details of the insulator such as manufacturer, type and shed profile shall be submitted with tenders.

The standard insulator colour shall be dark brown.

4.18.1 Test voltages

The insulators shall be capable of withstanding the impulse and power-frequency test voltages
specified in schedule A.

4.18.2 Dimensions

In addition to withstanding the required test voltages, insulators shall comply with the dimensional
requirements specified in schedule A.

4.18.3 Arcing distances

Arcing distances shall be measured by means of a taut string and shall be stated in schedule B.

4.19 Creepage distance

The standard atmospheric pollution level in South Africa shall be taken as medium, and the creepage
distance between phase and earth shall be 20 mm per kilovolt of the highest r.m.s. phase-to-phase
voltage for equipment (Um).

Where other conditions are specified in schedule A, the creepage distance shall be as specified in
table 4, and shall be stated in schedule B.
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Table 4 – Creepage distances

1 2
Pollution level Minimum nominal specific creepage
distance between phase and earth
(mm/phase-to-phase kV)
Light 16
Medium 20
Heavy 25
Very heavy 31
NOTE 1 The definition of the various pollution levels is still under consideration.
NOTE 2 Artificial pollution tests, described in IEC 60507 (Report), Artificial pollution tests
on high-voltage insulators to be used on a.c. systems, are not included in this standard.
More experience is needed before a test requirement based on this report can be issued.
NOTE 3 The above table and notes have been extracted from SABS IEC 60185.

4.20 Spares and special tools

4.20.1 Details of any recommended spare parts to cater for anticipated or possible maintenance of
the equipment shall be stated in schedule B.

4.20.2 Details of any special tools required for the installation and maintenance of the equipment
shall be stated in schedule B.

5 Tests

5.1 Type tests

5.1.1 General

Carry out type tests in accordance with IEC 60129 on one disconnector or earthing switch of each
type to be supplied. If evidence is available of type tests on similar equipment, this may be accepted
in place of these tests.

5.1.2 Voltage test on auxiliary equipment

Carry out a voltage test on auxiliary equipment in accordance with IEC 60129. This test is only
required on motor-operated isolators.

5.1.3 Motor test

Test motors in accordance with the requirements of SABS IEC 60034-1.

5.1.4 Measurement of the resistance of the main circuits

Measure the resistance of the main circuits in accordance with 6.4 of SABS IEC 60694.
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5.1.5 Short-time current test

General test details and requirements are given in 6.6 of SABS IEC 60694.

5.1.6 Insulator tests

Subject insulators to all the relevant type tests specified in IEC 60168.

5.2 Routine tests

5.2.1 General

Carry out routine tests in accordance with IEC 60129.

5.2.2 Disconnectors

Measure the resistance of each main circuit of each disconnector under conditions as near as
possible to those conditions under which the corresponding type test was made and ensure that the
value obtained complies with the requirements of IEC 60129.

5.2.3 Insulators

Carry out routine tests on all insulators in accordance with IEC 60168.

6 Marking/labelling/documentation

6.1 Rating plates

6.1.1 Rating plates shall be engraved, stamped or embossed on intrinsically corrosion-resistant

material and shall be externally mounted. The information to be displayed shall be as specified in
IEC 60129 except that the IEC number shall be replaced by the number NRS 031. In addition, the
rating plate shall show the purchase order number and shall be provided with a blank space for the
purchaser’s serial number. In the case of disconnectors and earthing switches, the rating plates
shall be so positioned that they can safely and easily be read by personnel.

6.1.2 Anodized aluminium shall not be used for externally fitted rating plates except for rating plates
of necessity fitted inside a terminal box.

6.2 Labels
All instructions, warnings and other labels associated with the operation of the disconnector or
earthing switch shall be in the language(s) specified in schedule A.

Labels shall be secured with screws or pop rivets. The material of the labels and fixings shall be of
intrinsically corrosion-resistant material. Labels shall be so positioned that they can easily be read by
personnel standing on the ground.
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6.3 Drawings

6.3.1 General

The following drawings shall be supplied for approval by the purchaser:

a) outline and general arrangement showing full details of mounting dimensions and main terminals;

b) details of contacts, terminals, operating mechanisms, bearings, current transfer arrangements

and general construction. Relevant drawings shall indicate the make and type numbers of all
bearings used;

c) foundation details showing position and size of holding-down bolts;

d) wiring diagram of mechanism and auxiliary switches; and

e) schematics of disconnector control.

All drawings shall be labelled in the language(s) specified in schedule A.

6.3.2 Convention

Schematic wiring diagrams to be submitted to the purchaser for approval shall adopt the following
convention:

a) main contacts in the fully open position; and

b) relay coils, push buttons, etc., are inactive.

6.4 Test certificates

If disconnectors or earthing switches of South African manufacture/assembly to international design
are offered, test certificates relating to the South African product shall be submitted, for approval,
with the tender. If a test certificate relating to an international product is submitted, it should be
accompanied by a statement that the South African manufactured unit is identical with the
international product, and the number of such units already produced and installed in South Africa
shall be stated. A certified drawing to positively identify the item shall be provided with the certificate.

Test certificates shall be in the language(s) specified in schedule A.

6.5 Instruction manuals

Instruction manuals shall be supplied before the disconnectors or earthing switches are delivered.
The required number of copies will be specified in schedule A. These manuals shall be complete
with all relevant drawings to enable the equipment to be checked, assembled and maintained.

Instruction manuals shall be in the language(s) specified in schedule A and shall include details of
operation and maintenance, method of contact alignment, lubrication data and full details of all
auxiliary equipment.
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Annex A
(informative)

Guide to purchasers on preparing an enquiry

A.1 General
A model form is given in annex B to provide the purchaser with a convenient aid to purchasing. The
use of this form is intended to obviate the need for preparing a detailed technical specification.

The purchaser need only specify compliance with NRS 031, provide the tenderers with details of his
particular requirements, and set out the information required from the tenderer, as indicated below.

NOTE It is assumed that tenderers are in possession of NRS 031.

A.2 Schedules
The model form in annex B provides the purchaser with examples of a schedule A and a schedule B.
In the enquiry, the purchaser will provide copies of schedule A and schedule B prepared for his use,
based on these examples.

A.2.1 Schedule A

Schedule A lists the requirements to be specified by the purchaser in enquiries and orders. These
requirements include references to the relevant subclauses in NRS 031 to assist in compiling the
schedules.

Where the text of any referenced standard stipulates that the purchaser shall indicate the
requirements, these requirements should also be specified in schedule A.

The purchaser should set out his particular requirements and choices in his own schedule A.

A.2.2 Schedule B

The purchaser should draw up his own schedule B (based on the schedule B in the model form), and
require the tenderer to fill in this schedule. By doing this, the tenderer will be stating compliance with
NRS 031 and will provide the information required by the purchaser.

NOTE 1 Where NRS 031 allows the purchaser to make a choice, the example of schedule A (in the model form in
annex B) lists the preferred items/values/quantities. In the interests of standardization, purchasers are encouraged not
to deviate from these preferences.

NOTE 2 When preparing his own schedule A and schedule B from the examples in the model form, the purchaser
need only include the items he considers to be relevant or necessary.

NOTE 3 These schedules, when completed, become normative annexes to the enquiry specification.

A.3 Commercial conditions

A purchaser will furthermore need to indicate the commercial conditions applicable and draw up a
price schedule. Requirements for delivery, storage, packing and marking should be attended to in
this part of the enquiry.
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Annex A
(concluded)

A.4 Quality assurance

NRS 031 does not cover the purchaser’s possible requirements in respect of quality assurance,
quality control, inspections, etc., since each purchaser needs to consider the criticality of the
application of each component, his own policy towards these matters, etc.. Purchasers are referred
to SABS ISO 9001, SABS ISO 9002 and SABS ISO 9003 for guidance.

A.5 Testing
Attention should be paid to the subject of tests and their related costs. Tests should be carried out by
a competent party and tenderers should be requested to provide assurances on this point. Price
schedules and covering letters should be so prepared that the costs of all services such as tests,
delivery and spares are declared and allowed for in the tender.

Before type tests and routine tests are carried out on samples, the number of samples used and the
frequency of sampling should be agreed upon with the suppliers.

A.6 Revision of standards used as normative references

NRS 031, as has been indicated, is based on a set of defined standards which may have been
revised or amended. It may be expected that most purchasers would, in principle, wish to employ
the latest standards. It is recommended that an approach to this question be to secure an
undertaking from a supplier to review the latest versions and amendments and to incorporate these
where possible and agreeable to both parties. A blanket commitment to work to the “latest” versions
of standards creates risks for both parties and should be properly assessed. This invariably cannot
be done in the time available. A blanket commitment to use the “latest” versions of standards
creates legal difficulties of interpretation.
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Annex B
(informative)

Model form for schedules A and B

This model form is provided as a convenient aid to purchasing. Guidance on preparing an enquiry
using this form is given in annex A.

Schedule A: Purchaser’s specific requirements

Schedule B: Particulars of equipment to be supplied (to be completed by tenderer)

Item Sub- Description Schedule A Schedule B

clause
B.1 Type and quantity of units required ___________ xxxxxxxxxx

B.2 1.3 Service conditions (if non-standard)

a) ambient air temperature (average) ºC ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
b) altitude m ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
c) average humidity % ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
d) vibration from external use ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
e) wind pressure Pa ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
f) level of pollution to which equipment will be
subjected if other than medium (i.e. light,
heavy or very heavy) (see 4.19) ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
g) special conditions, for example, lightning area Yes/No xxxxxxxxxx
If yes, flash intensity to SABS 03 ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
B.3 [Link] Disconnector
a) type of disconnector required ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
b) is an earthing facility required? Yes/No xxxxxxxxxx
If yes, single earthing switch or double earthing
switches? ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
B.4 [Link] Details of disconnector
a) manufacturer xxxxxxxxxx __________
b) type designation xxxxxxxxxx __________
c) number of breaks xxxxxxxxxx __________
d) isolating distance mm xxxxxxxxxx __________
e) main contacts
1) entry (see 4.5.1) Free/friction xxxxxxxxxx
2) type xxxxxxxxxx __________
3) contact force N xxxxxxxxxx __________
4) materials xxxxxxxxxx __________
5) wear allowance xxxxxxxxxx __________
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Annex B
(continued)

Item Sub- Description Schedule A Schedule B

clause
B.5 [Link] Details of earthing switch xxxxxxxxxx __________
a) manufacturer xxxxxxxxxx __________
b) type designation xxxxxxxxxx __________
c) number of breaks xxxxxxxxxx __________
d) main contacts xxxxxxxxxx __________
1) entry xxxxxxxxxx __________
2) type xxxxxxxxxx __________
3) contact force N xxxxxxxxxx __________
4) materials xxxxxxxxxx __________
5) wear allowance xxxxxxxxxx __________
B.6 4.2.2 Disconnector rating
4.2.2 a) short-time withstand current duration s 1 or 3 xxxxxxxxxx
4.2.3 b) rated voltage kV ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
4.2.6 c) rated current A ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
4.2.7 d) rated short-time withstand current kA ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
4.2.7 e) rated peak withstand current kA ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
B.7 4.2.2 Earthing switch ratings
4.2.2 a) short-time withstand current duration s 1 or 3 xxxxxxxxxx
4.2.3 b) rated voltage kV ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
4.2.7 c) rated short-time withstand current kA ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
4.2.7 d) rated peak withstand current kA ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
4.2.18 e) detail of measures taken to prevent corrosion xxxxxxxxxx __________
B.8 4.3 Mounting of disconnectors
a) upright, horizontal or vertical ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
b) phase spacing mm ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
c) arrangement of phases, in-line or transverse ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
d) is a support structure to be provided? Yes/No xxxxxxxxxx
If yes,
1) minimum mounting height (lowest part of
insulator above ground level) mm ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
2) are necessary fixing bolts, shims, etc., to
be provided? Yes/No xxxxxxxxxx
e) other details ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
B.9 4.4.1 Method of operation, i.e. hand, electric motor or
other ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
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Annex B
(continued)

Item Sub- Description Schedule A Schedule B

clause
B.10 4.4.2 For hand operation
a) horizontal or vertical movement offered? xxxxxxxxxx __________
b) are special interlocking facilities required? Yes/No xxxxxxxxxx
If yes, details ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
B.11 4.4.3 For electric motor operation
a) control voltage V ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
b) rated power W xxxxxxxxxx __________
c) starting current A xxxxxxxxxx __________
4.4.2(c) d) alternative control switch labelling ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
4.4.2(d) e) are special interlocking arrangements Yes/No
required?
If yes, details ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
B.12 4.4.4 For other methods of operation
a) requirements ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
b) details ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
c) values of operating forces or torques xxxxxxxxxx __________
B.13 4.8 Are spark gaps and arcing horns required for
disconnectors? Yes/No xxxxxxxxxx
B.14 4.9 Auxiliary switches
a) number of contacts for disconnectors
1) Type G ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
2) Type M ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
3) Type F ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
4) Type N ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
5) Type D ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
b) number of contacts for earthing switches
1) Type M ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
2) Type N ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
c) rating of auxiliary switches
1) continuous current? A ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
2) current overload for 1 s A ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
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Annex B
(continued)

Item Sub- Description Schedule A Schedule B

clause
B.15 4.13 Main terminals
a) type, stem or pad? ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
b) orientation: horizontal or vertical? ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
c) if stems
1) diameter mm ___________
2) length mm ___________
d) if pads
1) number of holes ___________
2) diameter of holes mm ___________
3) pitch of holes mm ___________
4) thickness of pad mm ___________
B.16 4.14 Secondary terminals if other than spring-loaded
a) type required ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
b) type and make offered for approval xxxxxxxxxx __________
B.17 4.15 Minimum size for gland plate mm ___________ xxxxxxxxxx

B.18 4.17 Metal finish

a) is electrogalvanizing, sheradizing or metal
spraying of ferrous parts acceptable? Yes/No xxxxxxxxxx
b) finish offered on ferrous parts (to be
approved) xxxxxxxxxx __________
c) finish offered on non-ferrous parts (to be
approved) xxxxxxxxxx __________
d) method of rectifying damaged galvanizing
(to be approved) xxxxxxxxxx __________
B.19 4.18 Details of insulators offered
a) manufacturer xxxxxxxxxx __________
b) type designation xxxxxxxxxx __________
c) number of units in stack xxxxxxxxxx __________
d) cantilever strength class N xxxxxxxxxx __________
e) torsional strength Nm xxxxxxxxxx __________
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Annex B
(continued)

Item Sub- Description Schedule A Schedule B

clause
B.20 4.18.1 Insulator test voltages
a) peak value of impulse voltage referred to sea
level
1) to earth and between phases in the open
position kV ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
2) across the isolating distance kV ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
b) characteristic waveshape of impulse
(LIW = Lightning Impulse Withstand) µs 1,20/50-LIW xxxxxxxxxx
(SIW = Switching Impulse Withstand) µs 250/2500-SIW xxxxxxxxxx
c) 60 s power-frequency wet withstand voltage
referred to sea level
1) to earth and between phases in the open
position kV ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
2) across the isolating distance kV ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
B.21 4.18.2 Insulator dimensions
a) top flange PCD mm ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
b) bottom flange PCD mm ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
c) overall height mm ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
B.22 4.18.3 Insulator arcing distances mm xxxxxxxxxx __________

B.23 4.19 Creepage distance

Minimum creepage distance for other than
medium pollution level (see B.2) mm xxxxxxxxxx __________
B.24 4.20.1 Recommended spare parts xxxxxxxxxx __________

B.25 4.20.2 Special tools required xxxxxxxxxx __________

B.26 5 Tests
5.1.1 What type test certification for similar equipment is
available? xxxxxxxxxx __________
5.1.5 Period and value for short-time current test s ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
B.27 6 Marking/labelling/documentation
a) language(s) for labels, drawings, certificates
and manuals ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
b) number of instruction manuals required ___________ xxxxxxxxxx
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Annex B
(concluded)

Item Sub- Description Schedule A Schedule B

clause
B.28 4.2.1 Mass details
[Link] a) complete disconnector without earthing
switch kg xxxxxxxxxx __________
[Link] b) complete disconnector with single earthing
switch kg xxxxxxxxxx __________
[Link] c) complete disconnector with double earthing
switches kg xxxxxxxxxx __________
[Link] d) separate earthing switch kg xxxxxxxxxx __________
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