circuit-breaker with for

LTB E is an type circuit-

breaker designed for system voltages 245 -
550 kV and for rated short-circuit currents up
to 50 kA. The design incorporates an
improved interrupter based on
experience gained from previous interrupter
designs.
The energy required for interrupting short-
circuit currents is taken partly from the arc
itself, thereby reducing the energy required
from the operating mechanism by more than
50 percent compared with a conventional
puffer type circuit-breaker.
The low energy requirements result in a de-
sign optimized for the low operating forces
which in turn results in higher reliability.
All single pole operated circuit-breakers are
equipped with one operating mechanism per
pole. Circuit-breakers with one breaking unit
per pole can be operated with one operating
mechanism per breaker.
The LTB E circuit-breaker complies with the
international standards IEC and ANSI.
Main features and advantages
The LTB circuit-breaker family satisfies the
highest demands. It is based on latest develop-
ments in dielectric dimensioning and arc
research. Advantages are as follows:
Restrike-free interruption of capacitive
currents due to optimized contact design
and movement.
Low overvoltages when switching inductive
currents due to optimum quenching at
current zero.
High dielectric strength even at atmospheric
Long maintenance intervals due to separate current
The circuit-breakers have passed type tests
according to IEC.
Mechanical endurance tests have been performed
to 10 000 operations.
Before delivery each circuit-breaker must pass
routine tests in accordance with IEC and ANSI.
For each breaker a routine test report is issued
showing actual test results.
Testing
The breaker pole constitutes a sealed unit, which
includes one or two breaking unit(s), support and
operating insulators, and pole linkage housing. To
the latter the tripping spring is attached.
To ensure the quality of the gas, each breaker
is provided with a filter for moisture absorption.
Design
Auto-Puffer
Auto-Puffer
Auto-Puffer
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outdoor installation
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pressure due to optimized contact gap.
High security against gas leakage due to
double X-rings in all dynamic seals and double
O-rings in static seals, verified during more
than 30 years of field operation at varying
climatic conditions. (SF
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gas loss much less than 1
percent/year.)
paths for continuous and arcing currents,
respectively.
Reliable components due to all parts optimized,
aided by advanced computer technology, for
electrical and mechanical stresses.
High seismic withstand capability due to optimized
pole and structure.
Low noise level due to low mechanical energy
required for operation.
Easy installation and commisioning. Each circuit-
breaker is pre-tested and shipped to erection site in
form of a few pre-assembled units.
Optional synchronized switching due to
synchronizing relay type Switchsync.
Optional supervisory control due to condition
monitoring type Switchguard / Switchcontrol.
Technical Data
LTB
245E1 420E2 420E2 550E2
Values complying with IEC 56 (50 Hz), other values on request.
Number of breaks per pole
Rated voltage
Power frequency withstand voltage (1 min):
To earth
Across open pole
Lightning Impulse Withstand Level (LIWL):
To earth
Across open pole
Switching Impulse Withstand Level (SIWL):
To earth
Across open pole
Mimimum creepage distance
Rated normal current
Rated breaking current
First pole to clear factor
Making current / peak
Duration of short-circuit
Closing time
Opening time
Total break time
Dead time
Rated operating sequence
kV
kV
kV
kV
kV
kV
kV
mm/kV
A
kA
kA
s
ms
ms
ms
ms
1
245
460
460
1050
1050
-
-
25
4000
40
1.3
100
3
40
172
40
300
O - 0.3 sec - CO - 3 min - CO
Alt: CO - 15 sec - CO
2
362
520
450
1175
1175(+205)
950
800(+295)
25
4000
50
1.3
125
3
70
182
40
300
2
420
520
610
1425
1425(+240)
1050
900(+345)
25
4000
50
1.3
125
3
70
182
40
300
The circuit-breaker is operated by motor charged
spring operating mechanism, which is installed in a
compact splash-proof and corrosion resistant
housing, attached to the structure.
Three BLK 222s are used for single pole
operation at 245 kV.
One BLG 1002A is used for three pole operation
at 245 kV.
Three BLG 1002As are used for single-pole
operation at 420 kV.
For further details please see pamphlets
SESWG/B2504en and SESWG/B 2510en.
The LTB E circuit-breaker poles are transported as
complete units filled with gas to a slight
overpressure. Circuit-breaker poles with two
breaking units per phase are supplied as two
separate units: breaker-head and support insulator.
The circuit-breaker is routine tested in the factory.
Erection work at site can be done in less than one
day.
Filling of gas to specified working pressure is
done by using the following pressurizing equipment:
One special control valve, for connection to the
gas bottle, and a gas-filled hose with
connectors.
Gas filling can be done without gas being
released into the atmosphere.
No gas treatment is necessary before gas filling.
Operating mechanism Transport and erection
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SF
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SF
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SF
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2
550
620
800
1550
1550(+315)
1175
900(+450)
25
4000
50
1.3
125
3
70
182
40
300
ABB Switchgear AB
SE-771 80 LUDVIKA, Sweden
Tel: +46 240 78 20 00
Fax: +46 240 78 36 50
E-mail: circuit.breaker@se.abb.com
Internet: www.abb.se/swg
Dimensions
LTB 245E1 LTB 245E1
PLEASE NOTE! ABB Switchgear is working to continuously improve the products.
Therefore we reserve the right to change design, dimensions and data without prior notice.
LTB 420 - 550E2
1-pole operation with BLG 1002A
Publ. SESWG/B 2332en
Edition 2, 1999-07
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Type LTB 420E2
Type LTB 550E2
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Dimensions (mm)
1-pole operation with BLK 222 3-pole operation with BLG 1002A