Pantograph disconnector

type GW54, up to 550 kV

Maximum reliability and minimal
maintenance
Table of contents

02 Disconnectors from ABB

03 Maximum reliability and minimal maintenance
04 Technical data
05 Main dimensions
06 Mode of operation
07 Earthing switches
08 Contact us

ABB is a leader in power and automation technologies that change in voltage occurs across the terminals. The option of
enables utility and industry customers to improve their earthing sections of power systems can be made available
performance while lowering environmental impact. The ABB by providing each disconnector pole with one or two earthing
Group of companies operates in approximately 100 countries switches.
and employs around 145,000 people.
The pantograph disconnectors type GW54 are available for
Disconnectors from ABB rated voltages up to 550 kV.
ABB disconnectors have been in service across the world for
over two decades providing maintenance-free service with Standards
the highest records of operation reliability. The worldwide The GW54 disconnectors are designed as per IEC 62271-102
experience, often under severe climatic conditions, is applied and IEC 62271-1 standards. Other international regulations
for continual product improvement. can be met on request.

Applications Type tests on the disconnectors are carried out by accredited

A mechanical device for providing isolation of power testing laboratories in accordance with the latest regulations.
equipment from the network, a disconnector is suitable Comprehensive electrical and mechanical routine tests are
for switching very small currents or where no significant carried out on the poles and operating mechanism of each
disconnector ensuring world class quality.

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Maximum reliability and minimal
maintenance

Designed based on cutting-edge technology and which makes the disconnectors close and open process
experience smoothly.
The pantograph disconnector consists of three poles. Each
pole consists of one support insulator, one rotating insulator, Optimized pantograph mechanism
the pantograph mechanism, the scissors arm, the bearing The mechanism, with installed balance springs to compensate
frame, and a counter contact. the weight of the pantograph arms, is housed in an aluminium
enclosure, protecting it against pollution and ice.
The geometry of the pantograph ensures optimum
operational behaviour. The smooth movement during the Easy Installation
switching operation is a characteristic for ABB pantograph All modules are designed, pre-assembled and adjusted in
disconnectors. Rotary contact systems inside the joints, factory for as complete as possible for easy alignment and
which have thermal and dynamic current carrying capacity, adjustment.
are used for current transfer. The disconnnectors can be
equipped with insulators in accordance with IEC, ANSI or DIN Minimal maintenance
specification and with one earthing switch. Superior materials and rotating contacts for all joints used for
components make disconnectors virtually maintenance free.
Rigid construction
Each pole is equipped with four solid aluminium pantograph Interlocking for reliability under extreme conditions
arms to ensure a rigid construction with a very high short In both end positions of the disconnector, the rotary arm is
circuit rating. The optionally adjustable frame is made of switched beyond the dead center point. The switch position
steel and steel components are hot dip galvanized to protect cannot be changed by external forces even under extreme
against atmospheric influences. condition such as storms, earthquake etc.

Minimized contact resistance Superior design of mechanical interlock

Contacts are made of electrolytic copper plated surface The superior design of mechanical interlock between the
with silver to prevent oxidation and have large electricity earth switch and main blade is designed such that there is no
conductive area. Parallel connection from solid double scope for malfunction.
pantograph arm also provides lower circuit resistance.
Ice breaking capacity
Reliable operation The disconnectors are capable of operating under sever ice
The specific contact force is already adjusted in the factory conditions.
and remains unchanged during the entire lifetime. Large open/
close range also provides reliable on-position connection. Suitable for wide range of environmental conditions
The disconnectors can operate in a wide range of temperatures
Smooth operation as well as under polluted environmental condition.
Most of the linkage of rods and cranks was self-lubricating

Pantograph mechanism Frame

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Technical data

Technical data - GW54

Rated voltage (Ur) kV 123 145 245 550
Rated frequency (fr) Hz 50/60 50/60 50/60 50/60
Rated normal current (Ir) A ≤4000 ≤4000 ≤4000 ≤5000
Rated short-withstand current,
rated duration of short circuit (Ik, tk) kA/s 40/3 40/3 50/3 63/3
Rated peak withstand current (Ip) kAp 100 100 125 160
Rated power frequency withstand voltage for 1 minute
To earth and between poles kV 230 275 460 620
Across the isolating distance kV 265 315 530 800
Rated lightning impulse withstand voltage (1.2/50 μs)
To earth and between poles kVp 550 650 1050 1550
Across the isolating distance kVp 630 750 1200 1550(+315)
Rated switching impulse withstand voltage
To earth and between poles kVp 1175
Across the isolating distance kVp 900(+450)

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Main dimensions

R
D

A
合
ON

Outline Dimensions (mm)

Rated Voltage (kV)
A B C D R

Pantograph 123 1220 3936 4306 2360 1725

Disconnector – GW54 145 1500 4216 4586 2360 1725

245 2300 5820 6275 3115 2600

550 4400 10040 10690 4965 4550

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Mode of operation

The disconnectors and earthing switches are operated via Operating mechanism
independent operating mechanisms. The three phases of the The disconnectors and/or earthing switches can be single-
disconnector are connected by the coupling rods. pole or three-pole operated by means of a motor-operated
drive mechanism or a manual-operated drive mechanism.
ABB disconnectors and earthing switches are designed Customers can choose motor drive or manual drive
and tested in accordance with the latest IEC specifications. according to the actual working situation of disconnector.
All modules are pre-assembled and adjusted in factory as Operating mechanisms contain auxiliary switches for
complete as possible, so it can be installed and adjusted at control and signaling as well as provisions for electrical
site easily. ABB provide clearly installation instructions and interlocks.
assembly drawings. ABB disconnector operating mechanism has excellent
water proof sand prevention and rust protection
The disconnectors and earthing switches supplied by performance.
ABB are designed so as to ensure that they are virtually The output shaft of the operating mechanism has good
maintenance free. However, to warrant a long and trouble- sealing ability with the house of operating mechanism.
free service period, we advise that a visual inspection of
the contacts and bearing points be carried out at regular Interlocks
intervals. If the equipment cannot be inspected periodically, The disconnectors and earthing switches (when supplied) are
it is recommended to open and close the switches whenever mechanically interlocked. In operating mechanisms a blocking
it is possible to do so, in order to clean the contacts and free magnet can be installed as an additional interlocking facility,
the moving parts. which in disconnected condition makes operation of the
operating mechanism impossible.

Motor mechanism Manual mechanism

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Earthing switches

The earthing switch unit, an optional assembly, can be

mounted on the base as required.

Single-Motion Earthing Switch Double-Motion Earthing Switch

Rated Voltage/kV 123~245 550

Rated Current/A 630 630

Short Circuit Ratings 40~50 kA/3 s, 100~125 kA peak 63 kA/3 s, 160 kA peak

The use of earthing switches ensures absolute safety by According to the requirements, built-on earthing switches
grounding and discharging all high-voltage components in a can be arranged laterally or in inboard arrangement with
circuit or switchgear. respect to the position of the main current path of the
ABB free-standing earthing switches are available for all disconnector as needed.
voltage levels up to 550 kV. Optionally, all earthing switches can be designed for
Suitable built-on earthing switches are available for all switching induced inductive and capacitive currents
types of ABB disconnectors. according to IEC 62271-102, Class A or Class B.

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Contact us

ABB High Voltage Switchgear Co., Ltd. Beijing Note:

1YVA000105 - Rev.A,en 2013-09

ABB Limited is working continuously to improve the
No. 12, Jingyuan Street, Beijing products. We therefore reserve the right to change
Economic-Technological Development Area, designs, dimensions and data without prior notice.

Beijing, 100176, P.R.China

Tel: +86 10 6781 8000
Fax: +86 10 6781 8001

www.abb.com.cn