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Metal-enclosed single busbar, Solid and Air-Insulated switchgearIEC Medium Voltage Switchgear up to 24 kV

Xiria EExtendable switchgear for distribution substationsand commercial / industrial applications


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worldwide

Next generation

transportation

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development of new

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solutions that increase energy

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MV Switchgear Technology

is in our DNA

Complete MV switchgear solutions

The series of Eaton Medium Voltage systems offers switchgearand components for applications in distribution networks (mainstations, substations and transformer stations) and industrialpower supplies. These technically high quality systems are air- orepoxy-resin insulated and are always equipped with circuit-breakers based on proprietary vacuum interrupters.

The medium voltage switchgear systems carrying Eatons brandare based on the use of vacuum circuit-breakers combined withsolid insulation material. This is an environmentally-friendlytechnology in comparison with the methods used by many othersuppliers, which use SF6 as an insulation medium.

Eaton thus has a wide range of switching systems andcomponents that offer an environmentally friendly solution forevery application. Additionally, Eatons global service network

provides maximum customer support in all regions of the world.

Industry leading vacuum and solid insulation technology

Through more than eighty years of innovation and experience,Eaton has developed environmentally friendly vacuum interrupterscapable of reliably switching both normal load currents and highstress fault currents.

Eaton is one of the few companies in the world producing vacuuminterrupters and has succeeded in developing world class productswith international patents. This has been achieved throughcompany acquisitions over the years of Westinghouse, Cutler-Hammer, MEM and Holec.

To increase the dielectric strength of the vacuum interrupter,Eaton has also designed vacuum interrupters that are encapsulatedin epoxy resin material. The medium voltage IEC circuit breakerfamily utilizes this solid insulation technology that has beencatering to a wide range of applications for more than 40 years.

Eatons range ofSF6 free switchgearfor Medium Voltage

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Eatons knowledge and understanding of industries,

applications, technology and products enables us to offer

customers safe, reliable and high performance solutions.

We have been part of the Medium Voltage switchgear

technology creation and therefore carry whats needed

with us always!


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Xiria The Product FamilyXiria is the name of Eaton's product family for a new generation of medium voltage

switchgear. The Xiria family started more than a decade ago with the introduction of

the Xiria ring main unit.

This ring main unit consists of a block containing three panels. Due to the quick acceptance and

worldwide interest in more configurations, Eaton consequently developed a four, five and two panelblock. Due to the fact that the individual units cannot be coupled and are limited in the number ofpanels and protection and control equipment, the single panel version was developed. This singlepanel version is called Xiria E. E in this case stands for Extendable.

The Xiria family includes multiple possibilities and configurations for Power consumption metering.These configurations are indicated as Xiria M-versions. M stands for metering. The transformers forpower consumption metering can be either integrated into the block-type Xiria switchgear or housedin a separate metering panel. This dedicated metering panel can be integrated with both the currentblock type switchgear and the new single extendable panels.

By adding the Xiria E panel tothe current range of Xiria acomplete family, based on thesame and proven key techno-logies, is created. The Xiriablock type system is alreadyfrequently used for transformersstations, small industries,

heavy duty applications andcommercial buildings. Withthe new Xiria E panel it is alsopossible to use the system inapplications with higherspecifications and a biggernumber of panels.

Some applications are: Distribution substations

for utilities Wind power plants Bigger industrial applications Hotels Shopping centres

Office buildings Infrastructure projects

(tunnels, subways, airports) Universities Hospitals Data centers

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The complete solution

Xiria(Block type)

Xiria M(Metering)

Xiria E(Extendable)


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Xiria EModular Switchgear for Smart Grid Applications

Xiria E is the name of Eaton's new medium voltage

switchgear for smart grid applications. The system ischaracterised by its high level of operational safety and

suitable for applications up to 24 kV.

The Xiria E switchgear isdesigned around Eaton'sproven vacuum interrupters,which require no maintenanceand are certified for 30,000operation cycles.

All live parts in the availablepanels are single poleinsulated. The used materialsare shaped specifically toprovide optimum insulation

combined with excellentthermal characteristics. Inaddition, the insulation isconfigured to provide effectivecontrol over electric fieldsaround the used components,thereby minimizing any risk ofinternal arcing.

Within the Xiria E panels boththe primary parts and themechanisms are housed in afully enclosed housing whichprotects the whole systemagainst environmentalinfluences.

The use of vacuum interruptersand solid insulation means thatthe Xiria E is environmentallyfriendly. These technologiesensure that this system is aconservational alternative toswitchgear systems usingSulfur Hexafluoride (SF6) gasfor insulation. The cost ofownership is also significantly

reduced, as no regular testingof gas pressure or other routinemaintenance is needed andthere is no high end-of-life costassociated with ultimatelydisposing of the equipment.

With panel dimensions of only500 mm width and a provisionfor cable connection from thefront, the Xiria E system iseconomical in its use of

valuable floor space, and easyto accommodate in even themost restricted environments.For locations where there is nopossibility to exhaust aninternal arc into cellar, thesystem has the possibility toexhaust into the room. This isrealized by means of a specialchimney at the back side withintegrated arc absorbers.

When it comes to the safety ofthe operating personnel theXiria E design leaves nothing tochance. All parts are fully

enclosed by an internal arctested safe metal housing.Besides that the panels in thesystem are provided with directvisible indication of theintegrated earthing andON/OFF-position by means ofinspection windows in thefront.

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Safe in Use

Visible isolation by meansof inspection windows inthe front

Compartments protectedagainst penetration ofobjects

Capacitive voltage detectionsystem for verification ofsafe isolation from supply

Logical mechanical andelectrical interlocks preventformal operation

Smooth contemporarydesign

Environmental Friendly

Minimized number ofcomponents

Environmental-friendlydesign with respect to thematerials used

No use of SF6-gas forswitching and insulation

Energy efficient productionand assembly with

environmental energysources

Minimal number oftransition points in primarydesign enable low energyloss during operation

Only Re-usable and / orrecyclable materials used

Reliable and Safe inOperation

Complete design certifiedin accordance with IECstandards

Arc fault tested accordingIEC 62271-200

Quality assurance inaccordance withDIN EN 9001

Routine tested

Single pole insulatedprimary parts within onecompartment

Primary parts and

mechanism in sealed forlife fully enclosed housing

Protected voltagetransformers

Low Total Cost of Ownership

Low initial costs due to: Panels with only 500 mm

width

Cable connection from thefront / wall standingarrangement

No need for external arcchannel

12 kV and 24 kV panels insame housing

No costs during service due to:

Robust design with

minimum number of parts(routine tested in factory)

Long-life solid insulatedcomponents as insulationmedium

Maintenance free vacuumcircuit-breaker and load-break switch

Primary parts andmechanism installed in afully sealed for life enclosedhousing

No SF6 pressure checks

Low end of life disposal costdue to:

Vacuum switchingtechnology

Solid insulation with air asisolating medium

Recycling or re-use ofmaterials

User Friendly

Cable connection and user

interfaces for operation onthe same front side of thepanel

Ergonomic cable connectionheight

Cable (secondary) entrypoints on both sides of thelow voltage compartmenttop plate

Secondary cable terminalspositioned on a goodreachable place in the lowvoltage compartment

Clear and simple straight-

forward operation panels

Features and Benefits(quick overview)

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Circuit-breaker panel (example)

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6. Inspection window

7. Mechanism

8. Cable cones

9. Cable clamps

10. Earth bar

11. Busbar

12. Change-over switch

13. Vacuum interrupter

14. Current transformers

15. Voltage transformers

16. Coil and resistor forprotection againstferroresonance

1. Low Voltage compartment

2. Protection relay

3. Control panel with operationof the circuit-breaker andchange-over switch

4. Mimic diagram

5. Voltage detection system

In addition, the number of panels capable of being used inan installation is unlimited as several sections can easily beconnected. As the panels can be quickly assembled andconnected, flexible commissioning of the switchgear is possible.The panels in the Xiria E system are compact (500 mm wide),resulting in considerable savings in costs and installation space.

Basic Design

The Xiria E system is

modular in construction.

This ensures that any

panel combination and

sequence is possible.

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The vacuum circuit-breaker uses a simple and reliable springcharging mechanism for operation of the vacuum interrupters.The mechanism contains a low number of moving parts andmakes no use of lubricants. It is completely housed in a sealed

for life enclosure and therefore needs no maintenance.

Features

With environmental friendly vacuum interrupters

Simple spring charging mechanism

No use of lubricants

Housed in a sealed for life enclosure

Manual or motor-operated

Position indication by means of inspection windows andmechanical indicators

Auxiliary contacts for Open/Closed position

Main Components

Vacuum circuit-breaker

All panels are equipped with a change-over switch positionedin the same sealed for life enclosure as the circuit-breaker.The change-over switch consists of three shafts connected tothe busbars or earthing points. Since it is mechanically interlockedthe change-over switch can only be operated when the circuitbreaker is in the open position.

Features

Manual-operated switch with 2 positions (service / earthed)

Maintenance free

Housed in sealed for life enclosure

Auxiliary contacts for service / earthed positions

Position indication by means of inspection windows andmechanical indicators

Mechanically interlocked with the vacuum circuit-breaker

2-position change-over switch

The busbars in the panel are housed in the same sealed for lifeenclosure as the circuit-breaker and change-over switch. To preventa possible internal arc all busbars are single phase insulated.

Features

Single phase insulated

Air insulated

Housed in a sealed for life enclosure

Simple and robust construction Easy to couple

Busbars


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Polycarbonate and Thermo-plastic elastomer (TPE) is usedas high-quality primary insulationmaterials around live parts.

By applying Polycarbonate andTPE for solid insulation ourdesign engineers can shape theparts specifically for optimalinsulation, robust construction

and cooling purposes. In themany years of experience withdesign and manufacturing ofinsulation materials, we learned

to construct smart single phaseinsulated constructions. Xiriautilizes optimal field controlthrough the special design ofall primary components.

Eaton Core Technologies

Solid insulation

With conventional shapes forprimary components likebusbars and conductors, theelectrical field between thephases and between phase andearth is non-uniformlydistributed. In areas with highfield, partial break-through can

initiate avalanches resulting inflash-overs. In-depth knowledgeabout breakthrough phenomenaand field steering techniquesenable us to prevent flash overcompletely. The result is aparticular compact design.

Electrical field control

Eaton vacuum interruptersconsist of a ceramic cylinder,housing a fixed and movablecontact. Movement of thecontact under vacuum

conditions is facilitated by abellow. A shield surroundingthe contacts prevents theinsulators from becomingcontaminated by metal vapourproduced during currentinterruption. This shield alsoensures good potentialdistribution over the insulator.

A typical feature of Eatonvacuum interrupters is thatthey are characterised by verylow arc voltage and short arctimes, resulting in very low arc

energy. Contacts wear in avacuum interrupter is thereforevirtually negligible. Vacuuminterrupters are maintenancefree and are certified up to30,000 operation cycles.

Vacuum technology: safe, compact and reliable


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Eaton's proven technologies

have been integrated in the

design and development of

the Xiria in order to ensure

that the switchgear is safe

and has high operational

reliability throughout its

complete lifetime.

Experience and knowledgegained over many years in theareas of cast resin technology,vacuum technology andelectrical field control havebeen implemented.

The system has been

thoroughly arc fault testedaccording to the latest standardIEC 62271-200.

Within the Xiria design there are different technologies used to prevent an open arc.

Single pole insulated primaryparts

All high voltage parts are singlepole insulated. The insulationmaterials used for this arePolycarbonate and Thermo-plastic elastomer (TPE), bothhigh-quality materials withoptimal insulation characteristicresulting in minimiseddimensions.

Protected Voltagetransformers

Ferro resonance can cause thatvoltage transformers aredamaged and consequentlyinitiate an internal arc in theswitchgear. Our designprevents that the voltagetransformers are affected byferroresonance. A resistor anda saturable coil are installed inthe tertiary circuit of thevoltage transformer.

Use of Electrical Field control

Engineers designed the wholeconstruction of primary parts,housed in the sealed for lifetank, based on Eaton's keytechnology for electrical fieldcontrol. By means of specialshapes and dimensions thepossibility of an open arc isminimized.

Reliable and Safe in Operation

Preventing an internal arc

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Sealed for life fully enclosedhousing

Both the primary parts of theunit and the mechanisms arehoused in a fully enclosed(sealed for life) housing whichprotects the whole system

against environmentalinfluences and therefore makesit maintenance free. Thiscompartment can be classifiedas non-accessible and has anIP degree of IP55.


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Routine tests

Various prescribed routinetests are carried out duringthe production of the switch-gear. To assure quality, allprocesses are in accordancewith DIN EN 9001. This means

that at every stage ofproduction the components,circuit-breakers and currenttransformers are inspected forcorrect functioning. When theentire installation has been

assembled, a thorough visualinspection is carried out,together with mechanical,functional and electrical checks.

Philosophy on Internal arcs

Eaton always puts extra focus

on creating safe switchgear foroperators at all times. One ofthe biggest potential threats tooperators is an internal arc inswitchgear.

Engineers therefore did every-thing necessary in design andconstruction to prevent internalarcs, despite the fact that it isvery rare for an operator to be infront (without operating) of theswitchgear at exactly the sametime that an internal fault

occurs.

Eaton supports the philosophythat it is best to avoid internalarcs than to cure, in line withthe relevant standard

IEC 62271-200. Within the Xiriadesign a double preventionphilosophy is used. Firstly, thedesign is constructed in such away that an internal arc isprevented. In the unlikely casethat an internal arc could occur,the Xiria is equipped to provide

maximum safety to theoperator, and to control andminimise damage to the rest ofthe switchgear and room.

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Arc absorber reducesoutput impact

In case it is not possible to ventinto the cable cellar or into anadjacent room, the Xiria designoffers the possibility to safelyvent into the switch room. Inthis case a special arc chimneyis installed at the backside ofthe panel. This arc chimneycontains integrated arcabsorbers that break and filtergasses and fire significantly.

Controlling an internal arc

By design, vacuum and air/solidinsulated switchgear has theleast environmental impactafter an internal arc event. Theimpact of an arc is twofold: aninternal impact (in theswitchgear) and external impact(in the switch room).

The overpressure created by aninternal arc will, in standardswitchgear, be guided out ofthe switchgear by means of apressure relief duct. Next to

the duct a complicated and

expensive arc channel may beinstalled, that guides the arcoutput outside the switchroom. The Xiria design isconstructed in such a way thatboth impacts are significantlyreduced and consequently aless complicated arc channel isneeded.

No phase-to-phase shortcircuits minimises pressure

Within the Xiria all high voltageparts are single pole insulated.The advantage of this singlepole construction is that theonly conceivable internal fault isa single-phase short circuit, e.g.due to a cable connectionfailure (when single core cablesare connected, as is the normalpractice nowadays).

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An internal arc in switchgear causes an overpressure supported by the release of fire and smoke.


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Capacitive voltage detectionsystem for verification of safe

isolation from supply

Each panel type within the Xiriafamily is equipped with astandard three-phase VoltageDetection System for voltagetesting to IEC 61243-5. TheVDS shows the operator if thepanel is isolated from supply ornot.

Logical mechanical andelectrical interlocks prevent

mal operation

Within the Xiria design mis-operation by an operator isprevented by using differentinterlocks. The interlocks aremechanical and electrical. Forexample electrical andmechanical interlocks preventto operate the change-over

switch when the circuit-breakeris switched on. All mechanical

interlocks are constructed insuch a way that they directlyblock the mechanism.

Switching to service positionis only possible with closedcable compartment

The door of the cablecompartment can only bestandard opened when thecircuit-breaker is in the earthedposition. After the door isremoved it is possible to switchoff the circuit-breaker for cabletesting. Next switching on to

service position is only possiblewith the door positioned backagain.

Compartments protectedagainst penetration ofobjects

Within the Xiria design it is alsonot possible to accidentallypenetrate the switchgear bypart of a body or a tool.

For the latter all high voltagecompartments have an IP55degree.

Smooth temporary design

All compartments of the Xiriapanels are designed in such away that the system is safe totouch from the outside. Byusing a smooth and smartdesign it is not possible for theoperator to injure himself bymoving parts or parts that stickout of the switchgear whenmoving in front of theswitchgear.

Visible isolation by meansof inspection windows inthe front

When carrying out operationalactions and work on the cables,it is vital to have unambiguousstatus indications. When itcomes to safety of theoperating personnel Eatonleaves nothing to change. Thatis why the Xiria design is fittedwith directly visible isolation bymeans of inspection windowsin the front which makes theisolating distance between thecable and busbar systemdirectly visible. A visible, short-circuit proof earthing can takeplace via the load-break switchor circuit-breaker.

Safe in Use

The Xiria design contains some special features that guarantee the operator to work

safely with the different panel types.

What you see is what you get!

Earth position

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Low Total Cost ofOwnership

The Xiria design guarantees very low costs related to

owning the switchgear during its entire lifetime.

The life-time costs can be split in the initial costs, installation cost,service cost and finally, costs for disposal of the switchgear.

All costs of owning the switchgear are influenced by differentfeatures of the switchgear. Within Xiria all these features areconstructed in such a way that the costs for the owner are as lowas possible of course with no concessions to the quality of theswitchgear.

Low initial costsInitial costs consist of purchase,transport, building andinstallation costs.

Panel width only 500 mm

By using a combination of solidinsulation technology, electricalfield control and vacuumtechnologies, Eaton's engineersmanaged to construct Xiria Epanels with a width ofmaximum 500 mm. Because atypical switchgear installationnormally consists of a largenumber of panels, this compactdesign significantly reduces theswitch room size. The compactdesign also makes Xiria E highly

flexible and economicallyattractive when existinginstallations are being replaced.

Cable connection from thefront (back-to-wallarrangement)

Cable connection from thefront is a feature that savesbuilding costs. Due to this frontconnection the rear of theXiria E can be installed close tothe wall of a building, againreducing building cost.

12 kV and 24 kV panels insame housing

The 12 kV and 24 kV versionsare both accommodated in thesame compact housing. Thismeans substantial savings onbuilding costs because thesame switchroom can be usedwhen the operating voltage isincreased (upgrading).

Arc chimney with integratedarc absorbers

A standard option (in case thereis no possibility to vent down

or backwards) that reduces theswitchroom dimension is theXiria arc chimney withintegrated arc absorbers. Innormal switchgear, gassescaused by an internal arc areguided out of the switchroomby means of an extra duct andarc channel connected to theswitchgear. These additionsrequire extra switch roomspace and consequentlyincreasing initial building cost.

Low service cost during

operationService cost consists ofmaintenance, failure andconsequential cost. Besidesthat the technical lifetime ofparts or modules willdetermine the replacementcost of the equipment.

Robust "lean" design withminimum number of parts

Costs during service of aswitchgear can be caused bydamaged parts requiring

replacement, or bymaintenance parts that will notreach their expected lifetime ifthey are not serviced.

Within the Xiria design aminimal number ofcomponents are used. Thisrobust design with only thenecessary parts is designedbased on experience of buildingswitchgear for more than acentury.

No SF6-gas pressure checks

Switchgear that uses SF6-gasas an insulation medium has aleakage rate. To maintain the

isolation level within this typeof switchgear, the pressure ofthe SF6 tanks must be checkedand refilled on a regular basisduring the unit's lifetime.Within the Xiria, an owner doesnot have to incur the extracosts involved in checking andmaintaining the requiredinsulation level. Thecombination of vacuuminterrupters for switching, solidinsulation and clean air as theinsulation medium, isenvironmentally friendly andmaintains the same quality

level during the completelifetime of Xiria.

Primary parts andmechanism installed in afully sealed for live enclosedhousing

The biggest influence on thequality of the primary andmoving parts in switchgear, hasthe environment in and outsidethe switchroom. Theseenvironmental influences couldin the end cause damage to theswitchgear that should be

repaired. To prevent anyenvironmental influence onthe most critical parts in theXiria, all of these parts arehoused in a fully sealed for liveenclosure (IP55).

Product quality guaranteedby prescribed routine testingin the factory

During production of thepanels, various prescribedroutine tests are carried out byspecialists, making sure thatthe panels achieve the quality

that they are designed for.

Low end of life disposal

cost

Full recycling or re-use of

materialsThe primary parts of the Xiriahave a lifetime of at least 30years. Depending on thelocation where the system isinstalled the lifetime can beextended. If for what reasonthe decision is made not to usethe switchgear anymore theXiria can be handed over toEaton again. Next the switch-gear will be dismantled and thedifferent materials can, andwill, be categorised. Becauseno toxic materials are used in

the Xiria, dismantling is a lesscomplicated, more costeffective and environmentallyfriendly operation. Thedismantled and categorisedmaterials will be, depending onthe material, recycled or re-used.

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User friendly

First of all requirements is a safe and reliable installation.

Number two is an installation that is convenient and

efficient to operate.

The second aspect does not always get the attention it deserves,but for Xiria most certainly did. The Xiria panels are designed to beuser friendly and are easy to operate.

Primarily, all operations can be carried out on the front side of thepanel. This means that both cable connection and user interfacefor operation are positioned at the same front side of the panel.The logically arranged control panel enable operators to do theirjob as efficiently and safe as possible.

Primary cables

The cable cones of Xiria arepositioned on a height of700 mm from floor level. Thisheight makes it relatively easy

for operators to connect theprimary cables. There is alsoenough space in the cablecompartment to connect therequired number of cableswith connectors available onthe market.

Secondary cables

Connecting the secondarycables is carried out byentering the low voltagecompartment of the Xiria E

from the top. The low voltagecable terminals are positionedin such a way that the operatorcan connect the cables easilywithin the compartment whilststanding in front of the Xiria E.

The control panel on the Xiria ispositioned on a convenientheight for the operator. It isdirectly connected to themechanism.

The mechanism is a handoperated or hand/motoroperated spring chargedmechanism, connected to the

vacuum interrupters and thechange-over switch. It isoperated via two rotating shaftson the front provided with thenecessary mechanical inter-locks to avoid wrong operation.For example an interlock isbuilt-in that prevents operationof the change-over switchwhen the circuit-breaker orload-break switch is in the ON-position. Another standardfeature on the control panel isthe padlocking of the earthedposition. For padlocking theposition, the most commonpadlocks available in the marketcan be used.

Manual operation of theswitchgear is achieved withone operating handle. Thishandle can be used forswitching the circuit-breaker,load-break switch and change-over switch. Operation is doneby inserting the handle in theaccess holes in the front. Incase a motor-operated circuit-

breaker is requested a pushbutton will be installed in thecontrol panel for achieving thisfunction.

The mechanism is providedwith viewing windows on thefront for direct visual indicationof the earthed position of thechange-over switch and the

ON/OFF-position of the mainvacuum interrupter. The frontoperating panel is also providedwith a black and white singleline intuitive mimic, showingthe positions of the vacuuminterrupter and the Earth/Busbarposition of the change-overswitch.

Each panel is provided with avoltage detector mounted onthe front. It is connected viainternal wiring to capacitivesensors inside the cableconnection cones. It shows the

presence of the primary voltageon all three phases of theprimary cables connected tothe panel.

In case advanced protectionand control equipment isrequested, the low voltagecompartment positioned on topof the panel, will house these.

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Environmentallyfriendly

Like all Eaton's other medium voltage switchgear, Xiria

is designed to be an environmentally friendly product

throughout the whole chain.

One of the key strategic initiatives of Eaton is to provide environ-mentally friendly products. Eaton realises that for this they shouldlook at their total product chain, from design to dismantling. Theoptimal situation is that for each phase there is no damage to theenvironment and at the end, all materials can be re-used again inthe same product (the Cradle-to-Cradle principle). The productchain can be divided into four main blocks. These blocks are thedesign (materials used) of the product, the assembly of theproduct, the usage phase of the product and finally thedismantling of the product.

Eaton's production plant in Hengelo (the Netherlands) acts entirelyin accordance with the rules and procedures of ISO 14001environmental certificate during development and productionprocesses.

With respect to the design ofswitchgear, the vision "the lessnumber of components thebetter" applies. This becauseevery part must be manu-factured and therefore impactson the environment. Next,applies the affect of differentmaterials on the environment.

Use of minimised number ofcomponents

Xiria is designed to use theminimum of materials andresources, without affectingthe strength of the system.For example, Eaton reducedthe number of componentsdramatically, compared toconventional switchgear, byusing an simple spring chargingmechanism and integratedcompartments. This alsoensures straight forward

assembly with low labour cost.

Materials with no/lessimpact on the environment

Eaton selects materials withcare. It is essential that theyare safe for personnel and theenvironment - not just duringuse, but at the end of servicelife too.

Within Xiria a combination ofsolid (cast resin) insulation andair as insulation medium isused. The solid insulationtechnology, in combination with

electrical field calculations,provides a very compact,environmentally friendly designfor the switchgear. As the

switching medium, vacuumtechnology is used within theinterrupters of the Xiria circuit-breakers. Xiria can becompletely recycled at the endof its life without any problem.

No use of SF6 gas forinsulation or switching

Within medium voltageswitchgear SF6-gas is beingused, because of its goodinsulating properties. Emissionsof SF6-gas from switchgearcontribute significantly to thethreat of the greenhouse effectand associated climate change.SF6 is on the list of greenhousegasses in the Kyoto protocol.

SF6 is the most potent of thesix main greenhouse gasses,with a Global WarmingPotential (GWP) of 23,000.

In the 1980s, the Holec group,as it was then, made afundamental choice not to useSF6 as a switching andinsulation medium for mediumvoltage equipment. In the1980s, Holec had SF6 techno-logy available in-house. Themain reason for not using anySF6 in medium voltage equip-ment was the complexity ofthe treatment required for thetoxicity of the gasses that havebeen in contact with an arc,and the need for additionalsafety measures when used in

public locations such asresidential areas and shoppingcentres.

Besides the energy sources,special focus was placed onthe efficient use of materialduring assembly. For example,sheet steel plates are cut withas little waste material aspossible. Residual material isused within other productcomponents.

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Environmentally friendly design Efficient use of materials

To prevent energy loss by thesystem itself, Xiria uses aminimum number of primarychange-over points. All theavailable change-over pointsuse optimal surface contacts

and by this, prevent extraenergy losses over thesepoints.

Minimal energy loss

during operation

During dismantling Xiriaswitchgear is demounted intoparts and thereafter categorizedper material. Next the parts willbe recycled or re-used.Because Xiria uses no SF6,

there is no loss of this gasduring dismantling of theswitchgear.

Re-use or recycling of

materials

Because Xiria is designed fora lifetime of at least 30 years,the system needs no energyusage for maintenanceactivities during this longperiod. Due to the greeninsulation and switchingtechnology, there is also noleakage of the SF6-gas during

its lifetime and no need forextra maintenance activities onSF6 pressure checks.

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Exactly how you want it

Flexible application of secondary apparatus, protection relays and substation automation

Eaton realises that end-usershave their own direction withrespect to the use of secondaryapparatus, protection relays andsubstation automation withinthe switchgear. The need forcustomer specific apparatusand relays was taken into

account during the develop-ment of the Xiria E. Thisresulted in a system thatenables end-users to integrateapparatus according to theirspecification. Thanks to thelarge number of protection andcontrol options, end-users willalways be able to construct anXiria E system that conformsexactly to your requirements.

Range of Voltagetransformers

All Xiria E panels can be fittedwith cast-resin insulatedvoltage transformers (of therequested transformer ratio andclass) for the voltagemeasurement on the cable

side, or on the busbar side.Both transformers can be(dis-)connected safely andeasily.

Range of Currenttransformers

The epoxy resin insulatedcurrent transformers are of thering core type. They arepositioned around the primaryconductors behind the cablecones or around the primarycables. All commontransformer ratios, outputs,

rated currents and classes arepossible.

Protection and Controlequipment

The protection and controlequipment is located in the lowvoltage compartment. Thiscompartment is completelyseparate and has its ownaccess door. There is space on

the door for equipment such asprotection relays, test plugs,meters, etc.

The Xiria E is standardised forthe Woodward HighProtec linerelays series. However the XiriaE is adaptable for theinstallation of other brands. Incase more than one relay isrequired, the low voltagecompartment can be extended.

Smart Grids

Equipment for (remote or local)communication betweenpanels or automation systemscan also be installed in the lowvoltage compartment. Forinstance an Eaton remoteterminal unit (RTU) can be

applied. Having this possibilitymakes the system the perfectsolution for current and futureSmart Grid applications.

Simple configuration, coupling and extension

Every application of this type ofsystem is unique, so Eatonoffers a large number ofdifferent panel types and fieldversions. If, in due course, the

end-user needs additionalcapacity in the form of morepanels, Xiria E can easily beextended to the right or left.

Eaton remote terminal unit (RTU).


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Circuit-breaker

Load-breakswitch

Change-overswitch

Motoroperation

Secondcable

Capacitivevoltage detection

system

Voltagetransformerat the cable

Currenttransformer

Option

Option

Option

Option

Circuit-breaker panel

M

Option

Option

Option

Option

Direct busbar panel*

Option

Option

Option

Option

Transformer panel

M

Option

Busbar sectionalizer panel

M

Busriser panel*

Option

Option

Option

Option

Load-break switch panel

M

Option

M

Metering panel

M

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Product Range

*) Direct busbar and busriser panel available at a later stage.


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Standards

Xiria E complies with the following international standards

IEC 62271-1 Common specifications for high-voltage switchgear andcontrol gear standards

IEC 62271-100 High-voltage alternating-current circuit-breakers

IEC 62271-102 Alternating current disconnectors and earthing switches

IEC 62271-103 High-voltage switches

IEC 62271-200 A.C. metal-enclosed switchgear and control gear for rated voltagesabove 1 kV and up to and including 52 kV

IEC 62271-304 Additional requirements for enclosed switchgear and control gearfrom 1 kV to 72.5 kV to be used in severe climatic conditions

IEC 60529 Degrees of protection provided by enclosures

IEC 60044-1 Instrument transformers - Part 1: Current transformers

IEC 60044-2 Instrument transformers - Part 2: Inductive voltage transformers

EN 50181 Plug-in type bushings above 1 kV up to 36 kV

ISO 9001-2000 Quality

ISO 14001 Environmental management

Dimensions (mm)

Circuit-breaker panel

Transformer panel

Load-break switch panel

Busriser panel

Busbar sectionaliser panel

Direct busbar panel

Metering panel


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Electrical Data

General 3.6 kV 7.2 kV 12 kV 17.5 kV 24 kV

Rated voltage kV 3.6 7.2 12 17.5 24

Impulse withstand voltage kV 40 60 75 / 95 95 125

Power frequency withstand voltage kV-1m 10 20 28 / 38 / 42 38 50

Rated frequency Hz 50/60 50/60 50/60 50/60 50/60

Loss of service continuity LSC2B LSC2B LSC2B LSC2B LSC2B

Partition class PM PM PM PM PM

Internal Arc Classification (IAC) AFL AFL AFL AFL AFL

Internal arc resistance kA - s 20 - 1 20 - 1 20 - 1 20 - 1 20 - 1Internal arc resistance with absorber kA - s 16 - 1 16 - 1 16 - 1 16 - 1 16 - 1

Internal arc resistance cable compartment kA - s 16 - 1 16 - 1 16 - 1 16 - 1 16 - 1

Internal arc resistance cable comp. alternative kA - s 20 - 1 20 - 1 20 - 1 20 - 1 20 - 1

Degree of protection in service IP31D IP31D IP31D IP31D IP31D

Degree of protection with doors/covers open IP2X IP2X IP2X IP2X IP2X

Ambient air temperature range C -25 +40 -25 +40 -25 +40 -25 +40 -25 +40

Busbar system

Rated normal current A 630 630 630 630 630

Rated short-time withstand current kA - s 20 - 1 20 - 1 20 - 1 20 - 1 20 - 1

Rated short time withstand current alternative kA - s 20 - 3 20 - 3 20 - 3 20 - 3 20 - 3

Rated peak withstand current kA 50 50 50 50 50

Load break switchesRated normal current A 630 630 630 630 630

Rated active load break current A 630 630 630 630 630

Rated short-circuit making current kA 50 50 50 40 40

Rated short-time withstand current kA - s 20 - 1 20 - 1 20 - 1 20 - 1 20 - 1

Rated short-time withstand current alternative kA - s 20 - 3 20 - 3 20 - 3 20 - 3 20 - 3

Rated Cable Charging Breaking Current A 31.5 31.5 31.5 31.5 31.5

Mechanical Endurance Class M2 5000 x M2 5000 x M2 5000 x M2 5000 x M2 5000 x

Mechanical Endurance Class as Earth Switch M0 M0 M0 M0 M0

Mechanical Endurance Class Disconnector M0 M0 M0 M0 M0

Electrical Endurance Class E3 E3 E3 E3 E3

Electrical Endurance Class as Earth Switch E2 E2 E2 E2 E2

Circuit-breakers

Rated normal current A 630 630 630 630 630Rated breaking current kA 20 20 20 16 16

Rated short-circuit making current kA 50 50 50 40 40

Rated Capacitive Switching Current Class C2 C2 C2 C2 C2

Rated Cable Charging Breaking Current A 31.5 31.5 31.5 31.5 31.5

DC Time Constant msec 45 45 45 45 45

DC Component %


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Documents

XiriaE_BR_EN_SEA.pdf