PowlVac-AR Metal-Clad Switchgear Guide Specification



GeneralThe intent of this specification is to have the manufacturer furnish the equipment and material specified herein complete and operable.All standard accessories to the equipment specified shall be supplied even if not specifically mentioned in this specification.Material used in the fabrication of the specified equipment shall be new, unused, and of the highest quality available.ScopeWork IncludedFurnish metal-clad switchgear as detailed in Sections 3.0 through 12.0 of these specifications. Any drawings or data sheets attached to the inquiry shall be considered part of this specification. The equipment shall be complete and operable.Provide production tests and inspections as detailed in Section 13.0 of this specification.The manufacturer shall prepare the equipment for transportation to the jobsite, advise and monitor the load out of this material so as to reasonably prevent the possibility of shipping damage.It shall be the responsibility of the manufacturer to furnish all material, connections, splices, links, special tools, and information required to completely reassemble the switchgear in the field or to facilitate the installation of the switchgear when performed by an electrical contractor.Guarantee the performance of the switchgear during a reasonable warranty period. This warranty shall, at a minimum, cover the equipment for eighteen (18) months from time of shipment or twelve (12) months from date of energization whichever occurs first.Supply all drawings, documentation, and information detailed in Section 14.0.Work Not IncludedField installation of switchgear, unless otherwise specified.Connection of incoming cables or bus.Connection of outgoing branch feeder cables or bus.Connection of external control cables or wiring.Applicable Codes and StandardsThe applicable codes and standards listed below should be considered as part of this specification. The latest revision in effect at time of inquiry shall apply for all standards referenced.National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE)IEEE C37.20.7National Electric Code (NEC)American National Standards Institute, Inc. (ANSI)ANSI C37.04ANSI C37.06ANSI C37.09ANSI C37.20.2Underwriters Laboratories (UL)It shall be the manufacturer's responsibility to be knowledgeable of these standards and codes.Service and Environmental ConditionsUnless otherwise specified this equipment is intended for use in ambient temperatures that do not exceed a maximum of 40°C (104°F) or a minimum of -30°C (-22°F).This equipment is intended for use in an area where the elevation is less than 3300 feet above sea level. Above 3300 feet a de-rating factor as prescribed by ANSI standards will apply.Basic ConstructionThe equipment supplied shall be of metal-clad construction using welded, industrial-riveted, or bolted sheet steel. The construction shall be self-supporting and free standing. All metal work shall be free from burrs and sharp edges.The equipment shall be suitable for industrial or utility service.The equipment shall be constructed for indoor installation and use.The Switchgear shall be: Arc resistant ANSI Type 1, arc resistant from the front only Arc resistant ANSI Type 2, arc resistant from the rear, sides, top and bottom Arc resistant ANSI Type 2B, Arc resistant from rear, sides, top, bottom and between adjacent cubiclesThe Switchgear instrument compartment shall meet ANSI Suffix B, arc resistant integrity shall be maintained with the instrument compartment door in the open position.The manufacturer shall provide minimum room dimensions and other guidelines related to the performance of the arc resistant switchgear.Where applicable, the manufacturer shall provide a method of venting the arc fault byproducts out of the equipment room. Where the venting is intended to penetrate an external wall, the vent shall be covered such that it meets all specified environmental requirements (e.g., rain-tight, dust-tight, vermin-proof).For double ended switchgear (Main-Tie-Main) application the vendor shall furnish two separate distinct and independent plenum systems. Front Compartment DoorsEach compartment housing a high voltage device shall be provided with steel hinged door(s).The door(s) shall be provided with provisions for padlocking and a view window for observing circuit breaker position.The door(s) shall be capable of withstanding the effects of an internal arcing fault as proven by successful testing per IEEE C37.20.7.No tie down bolts or other manual means shall be used to secure the door. A single handle must be provided to operate all required latching.No special tools shall be required to latch the front compartment door or engage the arc resistant function.Vendor can only furnish a single PT compartment above a breaker compartment.Multiple stacking of PT compartments above a breaker is not acceptable.The following interlocks shall be provided:Interlock to prevent racking a circuit breaker into a compartment with the door in the open position. This interlock may be manually circumvented for maintenance purposes by a deliberate act on the part of the operator. This override shall require a minimum of two separate and distinct operations, neither of which is considered to be part of normal operations.Interlock to prevent opening the compartment door unless the circuit breaker is in the disconnected position and safety shutters are closed. This interlock shall also include an indication of shutter position on the front of the compartment door. This interlock may be manually circumvented for maintenance purposes by a deliberate act on the part of the operator. This override shall require a minimum of two separate and distinct operations, neither of which is considered to be part of normal operations. This interlock shall reset should the compartment door be closed following maintenance after circumvention.Provisions for racking of the circuit breaker between the connected and disconnected positions shall be provided with the door in the closed position.Rear Compartment DoorsEach rear compartment shall be provided with steel hinged door(s).Each rear compartment door shall be provided with provisions for padlocking.When specified, the rear door(s) shall be capable of withstanding the effects of an internal arcing fault as proven by successful testing per IEEE C37.20.7.A single handle is required to operate all required latching. Additional tie down bolts are acceptable. No special tools are required.The following optional interlock may be provided if specified on drawings or data sheets:Interlock to prevent opening the rear door(s) unless the removable element (circuit breaker) in the front compartment of the vertical section is in the disconnected position. This interlock may be manually circumvented for maintenance purposes by a deliberate act on the part of the operator. This override shall require a minimum of two separate and distinct operations, neither of which is considered to be part of normal operations. This interlock shall reset should the compartment door be closed following maintenance after circumvention.Instrument compartments shall have doors that have been tested per IEEE C37.20.7.PlenumsEach arc resistant switchgear assembly shall include a plenum, to direct fault gases and associated pressure wave, installed on top of switchgear and extending over the entire length.For switchgear assemblies that are free-standing or not installed within a Powell PCR?, the plenum shall be self supporting and attach directly to the top of the switchgear.For switchgear assemblies that are installed within a Powell PCR, the plenum may optionally be constructed integral to the PCR and use portions of the wall or ceiling as barriers.In all cases, exhaust vents extending from the plenum to the outside shall be included with the switchgear assembly.The plenum may be shipped separately and installed in the field.The plenum shall be constructed of heavy gauge steel in such a manner to assure physical integrity in the event of an internal arc fault.Cooling vents may be provided in the switchgear for ventilation or cooling purposes.Design must conform to the applicable IEEE standard construction and pass the requirements of IEEE C37.20.7 with respect to emission of ionized gas.Design must be constructed so that accidental contact cannot compromise the ability of the design to withstand an arcing fault condition. Design must be constructed so that material cannot become trapped within the louver assembly and thereby prevent the arc resistant features from functioning.When roof ventilation is required, provisions shall be included to prevent access by vermin.The switchgear shall be capable of extension from either end at a future date without modification to existing structural members unless otherwise noted. Means shall be provided to meet all requirements of the exposed ends of the switchgear assembly. The described means shall not prevent future additions to the switchgear assembly and shall be tested to IEEE C37.20.7.It shall be the manufacturer's responsibility to coordinate all necessary alignment and interconnection between component sections. The entire assembly must be electrically and mechanically assembled into one single line-up prior to final inspection and shipment.The equipment must be shipped complete, without missing components or "ship shorts". Purchaser may waive this requirement upon request prior to shipment.To facilitate ease of handling, each shipping section will be no more than two (2) vertical structures. Each shipping section shall be provided with lifting lugs adequately sized for the equipment.Power circuit breakers shall be shipped and packaged separately from the switchgear structure.The depth of the finished equipment shall be sufficient to allow for entrance, bending, and termination of power cables. Individual units shall be provided for top or bottom entrance as specified. A minimum of 26 inches of clearance between terminal pads and the cable entrance shall be provided.Power circuit breakers and voltage transformer assemblies shall be drawout construction to provide maximum operator safety.Safety interlocks and barriers as required by ANSI standards shall be provided to prevent personnel from inadvertent exposure to the bus while the switchgear is energized.A continuous silver-plated or tin-plated copper ground bus measuring ?" x 2" min shall be provided for the full length of the switchgear assembly. The ground bus shall be capable of carrying the rated short circuit current of the installed circuit breakers for a minimum of 2 seconds.In order to minimize condensation, each cubicle designed for outdoor application shall have a space heater.Space heaters may be wired with other space heaters in parallel and shall be provided with a single adjustable thermostat to maintain cubicle temperature at desired levels. Power Circuit BreakersThe power circuit breakers shall be electrically operated, three-pole, drawout type. The interrupting medium shall be vacuum.The circuit breakers shall have an ANSI rating structure based on a K factor of 1.0 and interrupting rating of __________________ [36kA at 5kV, 50kA at 5kV, 63kA at 5kV, 25k at 15kV, 36kA at 15kV, 50kA at 15kV, 63kA at 15kV] (user to specify applicable rating).The basic insulation level (BIL) of the power circuit breakers shall be not less than 60kV for 5kV applications and not less than 95kV for 15kV applications.The continuous current capacity of each power circuit breaker shall be 1200A, 2000A, or 3000A as indicated on the drawings or data sheets. An increased continuous current rating of 4000A may be achieved by fan forced air cooling.Capacitor feeder circuit breakers shall be definite purpose type rated and tested for capacitor switching duty. Vendor shall provide a copy of certified test reports with the proposal.Generator feeder circuit breakers (10-100MVA) application shall be specifically rated for the rigorous service duty requirements of a generator circuit application in accordance with standard C37.013-1997. Vendor shall provide a copy of certified test report with the proposal. Primary line and load connections shall be self aligning.The drawout mechanism shall be configured to operate with the compartment door closed.The drawout mechanism shall hold the power circuit breaker rigidly in the fully connected positions.The drawout mechanism shall require less than 25 turns to move the circuit breaker from the connected to the disconnected positions.Each circuit breaker will have four (4) wheels to allow for easy maintenance and movement.No lift truck, rails, ramps, channels, or transport device of any kind shall be required in order to move a circuit breaker from floor level to the fully connected position.Interlocks shall be provided to prevent the circuit breaker from disconnecting from the main bus stabs unless the circuit breaker is open.The power circuit breaker ground connection must be capable of carrying the short circuit rating of the circuit breaker for a minimum of 2 seconds and must also be capable of withstanding the peak current value (or 2.7 times the rated short circuit current) of the circuit breaker.A grounded metal shutter system shall automatically cover the line and load stab connections when the circuit breaker unit is moved to the disconnected position. The shutter shall be pad-lockable in the closed position.Auxiliary contacts to provide circuit breaker element position indication (Truck Operated Cell switch or TOC) and to provide circuit breaker contact position (Mechanism Operated Cell switch or MOC) shall be available when specified. Both switch operator and switch must be visible and accessible from the front of the low voltage compartment when the circuit breaker is in the fully connected position.Circuit breaker operating mechanism shall be completely trip free both mechanically and electrically. Mechanical tripping of a closed circuit breaker shall be possible with the front cubicle door closed.Control power and control circuit breaker is in the connected position. The circuit breaker cannot be inserted without the plug in place.For operator safety the circuit breaker shall have provision for padlocking it in the disconnected position.Each circuit breaker shall have a mechanical operations counter.Each circuit breaker shall have an easily accessible means for contact wear indication.Each circuit breaker shall have a mechanical emergency push-to-trip switch to be utilized in case of loss of control power.A steel interference plate shall be mounted in the bottom of each circuit breaker cell assembly which only allows a higher rated circuit breaker (voltage, current, interrupting rating) to be inserted into a lower rated cell assembly.Power BusMain power bus shall be copper bar.Main power bus shall be silver-plated or tin-plated along the entire length to a thickness between 0.0001 inches and 0.0005 inches.The entire bus, except for terminations, shall be completely isolated with metal barriers and insulated as required by ANSI Metal-Clad construction standards.The main power bus shall be supported on molded cycloaliphatic epoxy insulators (glastic for 5kV applications) and mechanically braced to withstand stresses resulting from current values equivalent to the close and latch rating of the largest circuit breaker in the assembly.Molded cycloaliphatic epoxy inserts are required whenever bus passes through a barrier of any type on 15kV applications.Bus joints shall be made with sufficient bolts and torqued to preserve initial contact pressure over the service life of the equipment. Bolts that are torqued to appropriate levels at the factory shall be identified with paint markings. Bolts shall be rated Grade 5 and plated for corrosion resistance.Power bus orientation shall be A-B-C top to bottom, front to back, and left to right when viewed from the front of the switchgear.Instrument TransformersCurrent Transformers (CT)Current transformers shall be installed so that they can be easily maintained or replaced from the front of the switchgear without entering the power bus or cable termination compartments. Unless specified otherwise, the polarity marking shall be toward the circuit breaker. Each current transformer shall be rated to withstand the thermal and mechanical stresses imposed by the short circuit rating of the applied circuit breaker.The secondary termination of current transformers shall be on a shorting terminal block.Current transformers shall have a rated 5 ampere secondary current unless otherwise specified.Metering and relaying accuracy classification shall be as specified in the data sheets and shall be suitable for the connected burden.Current transformers, when installed, shall be fully rated for the appropriate voltage class. Current transformers with 600 volt insulation levels may be used if installed with fully rated insulation barriers such as around primary disconnect bushing assemblies.Voltage Transformers (VT)Voltage transformers and associated fuse assemblies shall be installed in drawout assemblies so that they may be readily disengaged from the power bus.Where physical size restrictions do not allow the voltage transformer to be mounted in a drawout assembly, the voltage transformer may be stationary mounted with the fuses only mounted in the drawout unit. The appropriate interlocks shall be provided to insure maximum operator safety.When moved to the withdrawn position, the transformer drawout unit shall automatically ground the transformer primary windings and the fuses. A visible indication of positive ground is required. The ground may be a momentary or sweeping action that occurs as the unit moved out of the connected position.Voltage transformers shall have 120 volt secondaries unless otherwise specified.Voltage transformers shall have an accuracy rating comparable to the metering equipment and a burden capacity equal to twice the initial load.Current limiting fuse protection shall be provided on the primary side of each voltage transformer.Voltage transformers shall be designed to withstand the basic impulse level of the switchgear.Primary connection to voltage transformers can be hard copper bus upon request.Control Power Transformers (CPT)Control power transformers shall be mounted for sizes above 15kVA with the primary current limiting fuses mounted in a drawout unit.When moved to the withdrawn position, the fuse drawout unit shall automatically ground the fuses.Each control power transformer shall have a secondary molded case circuit breaker interlocked with the drawout assembly so that the load is disconnected prior to drawout.All control power transformers shall be provided with either one (1) 7-1/2% tap or (2) 2-1/2% taps above and below rated voltage (user to specify).Secondary winding shall be 120/240VAC, single phase, 60Hz, 3 wire unless otherwise specified.Primary connection to control power transformers can be hard copper bus upon request.Control power transformer larger than 50KVA need to placed remote from the switchgear,Control and Secondary WiringControl wiring shall be SIS type #14 AWG, 41 strand extra flexible, stranded copper or larger.Current transformer secondary wiring shall be SIS type #12 AWG, 65 strand, extra flexible, stranded copper or larger.Current transformer secondary wiring shall terminate on shorting type terminal blocks.All control wiring shall be UL listed and have a VW-1 flame retardant rating.Exposed wiring shall be suitably protected against contact with sharp edges. Throughout the assembly it must be neatly bundled and secured with nylon wire ties. Where control wiring passes from cubicle to door it must be wrapped with suitable protection so as to prevent damage. Holes cut to allow control wires to pass from cubicle to cubicle will have a grommet for protection.Splicing of control wire is not permitted. Control wiring must be a continuous length from terminal to terminal.Each control wire shall be marked at both terminations to agree with wiring diagrams. Plastic wire markers of either the slip on or heat shrink variety shall be provided.Control wires leaving the cubicle of origin must first terminate on a terminal block. No control wire may leave a cubicle directly from any other device.Control wire tags shall follow ‘Destination Method’Space heater circuits, if included, are an exception.Where possible, a minimum of 10% spare terminals shall be provided in each cubicle.Meters, Switches, and RelaysIndicating meters shall be 1% accuracy, 4?" square switchboard type, with taut band suspension unless otherwise specified.Indication meters shall be digital type, three phase large display, visible 6 feet from the front of the lineup and require no operator interface Control switches shall be rotary cam type with engraved face plates.Ammeter and voltmeter transfer switches shall have an off position and shall be provided with knurled knob handles.Selector type control switches (Auto-Manual or Hand-Off-Auto) shall have oval handles.Circuit breaker control switches shall have pistol grip handles.Protective relays can be draw out type with removable dust tight viewing covers, front accessible connection plugs, built-in test capability, and mechanical targets that may be externally reset. Other electronic or multi-function relays may be specified for particular applications.Protective relays can also be fixed in place design with front accessible connection plugs and mechanical targets that may be externally reset. These relays must have external test facilities (test switches) or provided with connectrized harness wiring for quick replacement.Current and voltage test switches for field monitoring and maintenance shall be provided when specified.Indicating lights shall be provided as shown on the control schemes. Lamps shall be replaceable from the front of the switchgear without opening the cubicle door.NameplatesLaminated plastic engraved nameplates shall be provided.Identification nameplates shall be white with black letters, caution nameplates shall be yellow with black letters, and warning nameplates shall be red with white letters.Each externally visible device or component shall have an identification nameplate. Lettering shall be, at a minimum, 5/32 inches in height.Each internal device or component shall have an identification marking.Switchgear shall be supplied with a permanent metal nameplate identifying the switchgear model, type and ratings with date of manufacture stamp and factory location. FinishAll steel structure members shall be cleaned, rinsed, and phosphatized prior to painting.Coating process shall be an electrostatically applied polyester powder with a final baked on average thickness between 1.5 and 4.0 mils.Standard exterior finish will be ANSI 61 light gray.Instrument compartment shall be painted White for enhanced visibility.Finish shall have a minimum pencil hardness of 2H as tested per ASTM D3363.Finish shall pass the ASTM B117 salt spray test for a minimum of 1000 hours.Test reports for compliance with 12.4 and 12.5 shall be available upon request.Inspection and Production TestingEach circuit breaker shall be tested for proper adjustment and operation prior to shipment. The circuit breaker shall be given a minimum of 100 mechanical operations. Test reports shall be available upon request.Each vacuum interrupter shall receive a vacuum integrity test by means of the system ac high potential test prior to shipment.Each circuit breaker shall have a contact timing and contact motion velocity test.Each circuit breaker shall be identified with an individual serial number permanently mounted on the breaker by means of a metal nameplate.Manufacturer shall maintain permanent records of each circuit breaker produced and the production test ponent bill of material shall be checked for proper quantity, description, and part number.Physical dimensions shall be checked against approved drawings.Equipment shall be subjected to a primary current injection procedure to determine proper operation of all current sensitive components.Equipment shall be subjected to a primary voltage injection procedure to determine proper operation of all voltage sensitive plete assembly shall have a low frequency withstand (an ac high potential) test performed to assure insulation system integrity.Manufacturer shall have in place a system of recording, correcting, and verifying resolution of discrepancies discovered during the inspection and testing process. The manufacturer shall be ISO 9001 certified.Certified production test reports indicating satisfactory completion of all inspection and test procedures shall be available upon request.Upon request the equipment shall be made available for customer inspection prior to shipment.Production tests shall be performed in accordance with the IEEE C37.20.2 and ANSI C37.09 standards.The arc resistant design testing shall be performed per the IEEE C37.20.7 using the maximum short circuit current available for the system or device rating as the perspective current available at the incoming bus terminals of the test sample.Test reports for design tests shall be available upon request.DocumentationDrawingsPrior to fabrication the following drawings shall be submitted by the manufacturer for approval.Front elevation view.Base plan including mounting details, cable entry area, and door swing requirements.Cross section view of each different section.Three line ponent bill of material indicating quantity, description, and part number.Control or schematic diagram for each different unit.Following the return of approval drawings the manufacturer shall prepare and submit wiring diagrams indicating physical location of secondary control components and the appropriate wiring connections. Each control wire will be labeled. Copies of these drawings shall be submitted to the customer, upon completion, for record.After the return of approval drawings or after any change made to previously approved drawings, the manufacturer shall submit a record copy of any and all drawings that contained revisions.After completion of the inspection and testing procedures the manufacturer shall submit a complete set of "as built" drawings. These drawings shall function as a record of the final construction of the equipment at the time it left the factory.Drawings may be provided in any of the following forms as requested by the customer:Standard size reproducible drawings shall be "B size" measuring approximately 17" x 11", or "A size" measuring approximately 11" x 8?".Three (3) reduced photocopies of original plotted drawings.Digital files in the latest version of Autodesk AutoCAD.Digital file format may be dwf, pdf, dgn, or dwg as specified.Each drawing prepared by manufacturer shall show, at a minimum, the name, jobsite location, purchase order or contract number, and equipment identification number in addition to any information required by manufacturer.Operating and Maintenance ManualsAt time of shipment the manufacturer shall provide a copy of the operating and maintenance instructions for all major components contained in the switchgear assembly.Manual shall contain a table of contents to allow for easy reference.Operating and maintenance manual will be provided as pdf files on a CD for easy reference.Spare Parts ListUpon completion of the engineering phase, a quotation for one (1) year's recommended spare parts shall be submitted.Switchgear Accessories and Options:The following accessories and option are available upon requestManually Operated Ground and Test DeviceElectrically Operated Ground and Test DevicePortable Motor with a control station to allow remote racking of the breaker from 30 feet distance.Circuit Breaker On-Board racking motor can be supplied upon request with HMI control station.A female receptacle for remote (Open/ Close) of the breaker can be supplied at the face of the switchgear upon request.A remote breaker control (Mimic Panel) for remote (Open/Close) can be supplied upon request.Live Thermal Monitoring of the switchgear bus system (BriteSpot) can be supplied upon request For assistance regarding these specifications or with support questions, please contact Powell directly:Powell Electrical Systems, Inc.8550 Mosley RoadHouston, TX 77075713.944.6900Email: info@Website: ................
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