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MV Air-insulated Switchgear Range

PIX

Whether you generate, distribute or use electrical power

- in today’s economic climate you need a cost-effective solution
which is reliable, safe and easy to use.
CUSTOMER BENEFITS
Schneider Electric’s PIX range fulfills these demands - from the simplest to the
• Compact, versatile and highly reliable
most complex processes. PIX is highly flexible switchgear that can meet the
• designs demands of your specific application. We have designed PIX for public and
• Choice of vacuum or SF6 switching industrial networks, power plants and infrastructure as well as for marine and
• technology offshore applications.
• Wide range of applications The Key Link for all your Distributions Needs
• Enhanced operator safety
PIX withdrawable, single or double busbar switchgear provides versatile
• Common appearance and operation
configurations up to 24 kV. It can be supplied in many different designs fitted with
• Product locally customized circuit breakers or contactors, using either vacuum or SF6 switching technology.

The innovative PIX family is based on a winning combination of our time-proven

design features, robust components and 100 years of collective experience
gained from our factories all over the world.
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A Comprehensive Range for All Your Needs

PIX Family: Indoor - Air Insulated - Withdrawable - IEC 62271- 200 - LSC
2B-PM - IAC for 1 sec

Cubicle Busbar Rated Rated Short Rated Switching

System Voltage Circuit Current Technology
Up to kV Up to kA Up to A
PIX Single 17.5 31.5 2,500 Vacuum
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Compact
PIX Single 17.5 40 4,000 Vacuum/SF6
Single 24 31.5 2,500 Vacuum/SF6
PIX High Single 17.5 50 5,000 Vacuum
PIX MCC Single 7.2 50 400 Vacuum
contactor
PIX 2B Double 17.5 25 3,150 Vacuum
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Characterised by intrinsic safety features combined with the highest levels of service continuity

Standards Safety

PIX is fully type-tested switchgear compliant with The PIX range has been specially designed to
the latest IEC 62271-200 standard. maximize operator safety and service continuity.

PIX is defined as follows: All operations are carried out from the front of
• Partition Metallic (PM): it is provided with the equipment with compartment doors closed.
metallic shutters and partitions between A comprehensive range of interrogative me-
adjacent compartments. chanical interlocks prevent operational errors and
• Loss of Service Continuity (LSC) 2B: service of are designed to prevent operating levers being
the main busbar and of the cable inserted, unless it is safe to do so.
compartment are ensured when normal
maintenance operations are carried out in one Easy Access to all Compartments
of the compartments of the main circuit (e.g.
PIX has been designed for front access to
circuit-breaker compartment). PIX meets the
minimize space requirements. The functional
highest levels of service continuity.
design of front panels affords easy access to the
• Internal Arc Classified (IAC) A FL(R): it is
separate compartments within the cubicles. In
accessible from the front, side and rear with a
addition, internal partitions can be quickly and
1 second rating in all compartments.
easily removed to facilitate access for
In addition, PIX’s design meets or exceeds most
installation, cabling and commissioning, as well
national specifications. Please contact us for
as for inspection and maintenance.
more details.

A Reference in High Specification

Applications
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PIX is approved in a wide range of applications

with high specifications. For example in Oil, Gas
and Petrochemical (onshore and floating
installation) applications, PIX is on Shell’s
approved supplier list, as well as on the lists of
many other national and international oil
companies. PIX is also included in Chevron’s
preferred supplier agreement.
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PIX Compact

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PIX Compact is the latest addition to our
Medium Voltage family, mirroring all the
construction characteristics of the stan-
dard version. PIX is defined as follows:

This specific version has been optimized for the

low ratings of the Primary Distribution range -
up to 17.5 kV / 31.5 kA / 2,500 A.

PIX Compact can be equipped with vacuum

circuit-breaker and contactors.

Integrating many of the proven components from

the PIX range, it has all the intrinsic features of
the standard version: high reliability and quality.

All operations can be carried out directly from the

front of the unit, as on all PIX cubicles.

Compact dimensions start with a 600 mm wide

cubicle for ratings up to 1,250 A. Rated cur-
rents of 2,500 A are achieved in a 800 mm width Technical Characteristics
cubicle, for both voltage levels i.e. 12 kV and Rated voltage kV 12 17.5
17.5 kV. Rated power frequency withstand voltage kV 28 38

This is a truly compact and cost effective solution Rated lightning impulse withstand voltage kV peak 75 95
for all your low rating applications. Rated frequency Hz 50/60 50/60
Rated short time withstand current kA - 3s 25/31.5 25/31.5
High Safety Levels
Rated peak withstand current kA peak 65/82 65/82
PIX Compact is designed using the latest tech- Rated continous current
niques to ensure that the highest levels of opera- - busbar Up to A 2,500 2,500
- cubicle Up to A 2,500 2,500
tor safety are always maintained.
Earthing switch making capacity kA peak 82 82
• Fully tested to all the latest IEC standards Internal arc withstand according to kA - 1s 25/31.5 25/31.5
• Highest levels of Internal Arc Classification IEC 62271-200 - AFL(R)
• Rigid cubicle construction and ‘rising’ Degree of protection IP3X/IP4X IP3X/IP4X
door/cover design.
Dimensons
• Choice of ‘arc ducts’ or ‘arc deflectors’
• Intuitive interlocking and clearly visible Width mm 600 up to 1,250 A
800 up to 2,500 A
indicators
Depth mm 1,550/1,750*
Height (with LV cabinet 735 mm) mm 2,300

* 1,750 mm (extended depth) for specific options as 2 cable CTs and/or Busbar CT
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PIX Standard Main Components

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PIX standard is the core switchgear of 1 Low voltage
compartment
the family.
2 Circuit breaker
3 Busbars
PIX is produced in our regional manufactur- 4 Automatic shutters
ing centers and customized throughout the 5 Earthing switch
world, to match our clients’ local needs and 6 Current transformers
expectations. 7 Cable connections
8 Voltage transformers
PIX has been fully tested according to the
latest IEC 62271-200. PIX is both flexible
and adaptable with a wide range of ratings
and options.

PIX is in operation in power stations, utili-

ties, infrastructure, oil & gas, mining and
metals and in other industrial applications
on all five continents - with many thousands
of references confirming PIX as the trusted
solution.

Technical Characteristics
Rated voltage kV 12 17.5 24
Rated power frequency withstand voltage kV 28 38 50
Rated lightning impulse withstand voltage kV peak 75 95 125
Rated short time withstand current - 3s up to kA 40 40 31.5
Rated peak withstand current up to kA 100/125 100/125 80
Internal arc classification IAC A FL(R) - 1s up to kA 40 40 31.5
Rated frequency Hz 50/60
Rated current - busbar up to kA 3,150/4,000* 3,150/4,000* 2,500
- C.B. cubicle 3,150/4,000* 3,150/4,000* 2,500
- contactor cubicle 400 - -
Degree of protection IP3X or IP4X
Standards IEC (ANSI version available)
Dimensions depending on cubicle type (contactor / vacuum or SF6 circuit breaker), rated current and voltage.
Width mm from 650 to 1000
Height mm from 2,130 to 2,330**
Depth mm from 1,405 to 1,605
* With forced ventilation. For higher characteristics, please refer to PIX High
** up to 3,100 mm with optional equipment for internal arc containment or gas evacuation

PIX Marine

Marine and offshore applications require high power,

performance and availability under harsh environmental
conditions (vibration, inclination and shocks).
Rated Environmental Conditions of PIX V
To meet these requirements, we have extended our PIX Ambient Up to 45°C (depending on classification rules)
medium voltage switchgear range with a “Marine” ver- temperature
sion called PIX V up to 17.5 kV. The PIX V technical Vibration Frequency range 2 to 13.2 Hz with ± 1 mm
characteristics are equivalent to PIX. amplitude 0.7 g in the frequency range 13.2 to 100 Hz
Inclination - Dynamic ± 22.5°C per period 10 s./ 15 mm
PIX V is designed and tested to meet the requirements - Static ± 22.5°C on all faces
of the following classification authorities: BV, RINA and Shock Vertical, transversal, longitudinal, according to
LRS. military rules
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Vacuum or SF6 Switching: It’s up to you!

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PIX is fully type-tested switchgear compliant with
the latest IEC 62271-200 standard.

Schneider Electric’s renowned experience in

the development of Vacuum and SF6 switching
technology means there is always a solution for
your applications.

The PIX range of circuit breaker cubicles can

be fitted with circuit breakers or fused contac- World-class vacuum switching technology
tors, mounted on a withdrawable carriage with
disconnecting contacts:

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• HVX vacuum circuit breakers, fitted with an

innovative and low-maintenance spring
operating mechanism and Schneider Electric´s
latest range of vacuum interrupters.
• FPX SF6 circuit breakers combining two
breaking techniques for more reliability:
thermal expansion and auto-pneumatic
puffing.
• CVX fused vacuum contactor, specifically
developed for switching motors, transformers
or capacitive loads.
• GFX fused SF6 contactor. HVX FPX
vacuum circuit breaker for PIX standard, SF6 circuit breaker for PIX Standard
PIX Compact and PIX High
PIX can also be fitted with:
• UTX withdrawable disconnector
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• LTRi fixed disconnector (available with fuses)

• MTX withdrawable metering unit

The following optional functions are also available:

• HVX circuit breakers tested for Generator

Switching Duty to IEEE standard C37.013
• Thermal imaging for busbars and cable
connections
• IS fault current limiter
• ILIS - Internal arc detection system
• Extensive range of control and protection CVX 7
CVX 12
schemes fused vacuum contactor fused vacuum contactor
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Manufacturing world-class vacuum interrupters

UTX MTX
Disconnector link Metering device
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PIX MCC Main Components

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With today’s large and medium-sized 1 LV compartment with
GemStart 5 interface
industrial installations using MV motors
2 Fused vacuum
to drive their plants, the controlgear must contactor truck
provide maximum reliability and minimum 3 Earthing switch
down time. 4 Current transformers
5 Automatic shutters
6 Busbar compartment
To meet these specific requirements, PIX
MCC supplements our PIX switchgear
range.

The PIX MCC is a slimline design which

lines up directly with the PIX range without
interface cubicles. The design philosophy
and operation are similar to the PIX switch-
gear range, helping reduce training time
and minimize the risk of improper use. The
combination of PIX & PIX MCC provides
the total solution for power plants, process
plants and Oil & Gas applications.

Extensive Features

Combining many of the standard PIX family

features, the PIX MCC offers the following high-
lights:
• Easy access front or rear, top and bottom Technical Characteristics
Rated voltage kV 3.6 7.2
main cabling
• Electrically held or latched contactors Power frequency withstand voltage kV 12 20(30)
• Up to 1 million switching operations Impulse withstand voltage (BIL) kVp 40 60
• GemStart 5: Intelligent Control & Protection Rated frequency Hz 50/60 50/60
• BS or DIN type main circuit fuses Degree of protection IP 3X IP 3X
(optional) (IP 4X) (IP 4X)
• Full 1 second IAC rating (including the truck
Busbars
compartment)*. A FL(R)
Maximum rated current up to A 3150 3150
• Slimline cubicle construction (with fan cooling) (4,000) (4,000)
Rated short time withstand current 3s. kA rms up to 40/50 up to 40/50
Intelligent Control and Protection Rated peak withstand current kAp 100/125 100/125

Schneider Electric’s intelligent control and Fused contactor unit

protection device, GemStart 5, when com- Rated thermal current A depending on fuse type
bined with PIX MCC provides class leading Nominal operating voltage kV 3.3 6.6
performance for MV motor control centers. Maximum motor rating kW 1,400 2,700
This combination is ideal for integration into Maximum transformer rating kVA 2,600 3,100
an overall process control solution. Maximum capacitor bank rating kVAr 1,300 1,700
Contactor
Rated current (AC4 duty) A 400 400
Earthing switch
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Short time withstand current 1s/3s kA rms 6 6

Peak making current kAp 15 15
Dimensions
Width mm 400 400
Depth up to 40 kA mm 1,405 1,405
50 kA 1,490 1,490
Height mm 2,130/2,330 2,130/2,330
* Cable compartment is fuse protected
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PIX High

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Heavy industrial process plants as well as
power generating plants require a depend-
able supply of high power energy to ensure
continuity of service.

To meet these demanding needs, Schneider

Electric includes a high performance version
within the PIX switchgear range: PIX High,
designed specifically for high rated applica-
tions

Enhanced Design
In addition to the functions of PIX standard,
PIX high is enhanced with the following
ratings:
Up to 17.5 kV, 95 kV BIL, 50 kA for 3 sec
with continuous ratings up to 5,000 A.

High Efficiency
Space efficiency is ensured by class leading
switchgear dimensions - up to 2,500 A in
an 800 mm wide cubicle and back-to-wall PIX-High with withdrawable HVX circuit breaker
installations.
Technical Characteristics
Safety at all times Rated voltage kV 12 17.5
Rated power frequency withstand voltage kV 28 38
Safety is never compromised -
Rated lightning impulse withstand voltage kV peak 75/95 95
• PIX High has the highest levels of Internal Arc
Rated frequency Hz 50/60 50/60
Classification - 50 kA for 1 second in all
compartments, without the use of Rated short time withstand current kA - 3s 50 50
Rated peak withstand current kA peak 125 125
detection devices.
• Pressure relief is always at the top of the Rated continous current*
- busbar A 5,000 5,000
cubicle and either “arc ducts” or “arc - cubicle A 5,000 5,000
deflectors” can be fitted. Earthing switch making capacity kA peak 125 125
• Ventilation openings are restricted to the Internal arc withstand according to kA - 1s 50 50
top and rear of the cubicle, ensuring IEC 62271-200
there is no possibility of any “arc venting” Degree of protection IP4X IP4X
towards the operator. Dimensions
• Personnel can be confident that their Width mm 800/1,000
safety is assured under all operating Depth (overall) mm 1,490
conditions. Height (with LV cabinet 630 mm) mm 2,330
Height (overall with cooling/arc deflectors) mm 2,800
A Wide Range of Applications Height (with gas absorber or gas mm 3,100
evacuation tunnel)
PIX High is used in a wide range of high * for high currents, fan cooling is recommended
power applications including power genera-
tion (nuclear, conventional and renewable).
PIX High has successfully passed the most
demanding seismic testing, making it suit-
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able for future nuclear plants. These tests

include:
• CST 74.C.022.04,
• HN 20-E-53,
• RCC-E B4000
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PIX Double Busbar

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Energy supply without outages is
guaranteed with PIX 2B double busbar
switchgear.

The design combines all the technolo-

gies and components of the single busbar
design - with the added advantages of a
double busbar switchboard.

Network Availability

Network continuity is assured by utilizing

separate disconnector switches for each
busbar, allowing power to be transferred
from one busbar to another without inter-
ruption. Moreover the PIX 2B switchboards
can be extended at both ends without a
busbar outage.

Safety & Ease of Operation

Ease of Access
PIX 2B utilizes a robust metal cubicle con-
struction with compartments segregated PIX 2B allows easy access to all main
by earthed metal panels. Each compart- swiching devices, including circuit breaker
ment incorporates independent pressure and both disconnecting switches. It also
relief vents and maintains separation of provides clear visibility of switch positions
gas exhaust to avoid the pollution of other during operation and quick access for main-
compartments. tenance.

Technical Characteristics
Rated voltage kV 12 17.5
Impulse withstand voltage BIL kVp 75 95
Power frequency withstand voltage 50 Hz - 1 mm kV 28 38/42*
Rated frequency Hz 50/60 50/60
Rated short time withstand current up to kA - 3s 31.5 31.5
Rated peak withstand current up to kAp 80 80 Products-L3-PIX_Range-2010-EN © 2011 Schneider Electric. All rights reserved.
Max. rated current - busbar A 3,150 3,150
(higher values on request) - cubicle A 3,150 3,150
Earthing switch making capacity kAp 80 80
Internal arc withstand current according to IEC 61271-200 kA - 1s 25** 25**
Accessibility and service continuity according to IEC 61271-200 LSC2B-PM LSC2B-PM
Degree of protection IP3X/IP4X IP3X/IP4X
Dimensions
Width up to 2,000 A / 3,150 A mm 750/1,000 750/1,000
Depth mm 2,000 2,000
Height mm 3,100 3,100

* 42 kV in accordance with some national standards

** 31.5 kA - 1s on request

For more information on our PIX range, please contact us.

Schneider Electric SA
35 rue Joseph Monier 92500 Rueil Malmaison France Phone: +33 (0) 1 41 29 70 00 Fax: +33 (0) 1 41 29 71 00 www.schneider-electric.com

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