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VS1-12/24 Indoor Withdrawable High-Voltage Vacuum Circuit Breaker is a three-phase AC 50Hz unit for 24kV power systems, providing protection and control in grid and industrial applications. It is ideal for frequent load switching and multiple short-circuit interruptions. The VS1-12 Indoor Fixed High-Voltage Vacuum Circuit Breaker features an integrated operating mechanism, supporting both fixed installation and withdrawable configurations via a dedicated moving chassis. Designed for ambient temperatures from -15°C to +40°C and altitudes up to 1000m, it ensures high electrical endurance, mechanical reliability, and consistent performance under demanding conditions.

Product Description

Type Designation

VS1-12-3 Type Designation
1 Vacuum Circuit Breaker (VCB)
2 Design Number
3 Rated Voltage (kV)
4 Rated Current (A)
5 Rated Short-circuit Breaking Current (kA)

Normal Use Environment

  • Ambient air temperature: Upper limit +40°C, Lower limit -15°C.
  • Altitude: ≤ 1000m (if higher altitude is required, the rated insulation level shall be increased accordingly).
  • Seismic intensity: Not exceeding 8 degrees.
  • Relative humidity: Daily average of air not more than 95%, monthly average not more than 90%.
  • Installation sites: Locations free from fire, explosion hazard, severe pollution, chemical corrosion, and violent vibration.

Technical Parameters

No. Item Unit Value
1 Rated Voltage kV 24
2 Rated Short-Time Power-Frequency Withstand Voltage (1min) kV 65 / 79 (Phase-to-Phase, Phase-to-Earth / Across Isolating Distance)
3 Rated Lightning Impulse Withstand Voltage (Peak) kV 125 / 145 (Phase-to-Phase, Phase-to-Earth / Across Isolating Distance)
4 Rated Frequency Hz 50
5 Rated Current A 630 / 1250 630, 1250, 1600, 2000, 2500, 3150 630, 1250, 1600, 2000, 2500, 3150
6 Rated Short-Circuit Breaking Current kA 20 / 25 31.5 40
7 Rated Short-Time Withstand Voltage kV 20 / 25 35.5 40
8 Rated Short-Circuit Duration S 4
9 Rated Peak Withstand Current kA 50 / 63 80 100
10 Rated Short-Circuit Making Current kA 50 / 63 80 100
11 Auxiliary Circuit Power-Frequency Withstand Voltage (1min) V 200
12 Rated Single/Back-to-Back Capacitor Bank Breaking Current A 630 / 400 (40kA is 800 / 400)
13 Rated Capacitor Bank Inrush Making Current kA 12.5 (Frequency Not Exceeding 1000Hz)
14 Mechanical Life Operations 20,000
15 Rated Current Breaking Operations (Electrical Endurance) Operations 20,000
16 Rated Short-Circuit Current Breaking Operations Operations 50 (40kA ≤ 30)
17 Permissible Cumulative Wear Thickness of Moving/Fixed Contacts mm 3
18 Energy Storage Time S ≤ 10
19 Contact Gap mm 16 ± 1
20 Over-Travel mm 3.5 ± 0.5
21 Contact Bounce Time During Closing ms ≤ 2 (40kA ≤ 3)
22 Three-Phase Opening/Closing Non-Simultaneity ms ≤ 2
23 Average Opening Speed (From Contact Separation to 8mm) m/s 1.5 ± 0.2
24 Average Closing Speed (From 8mm to Contact Closure) m/s 0.8 ± 0.2
25 Main Circuit Resistance μΩ ≤50 (630A) / ≤45 (1250A) / ≤35 (1600-2000A) / ≤25 (>2500A)
26 Rated Operating Sequence - O - 0.3s - CO - 180s - CO

Product Display

Outline and Installation Dimensions

1. Drawing of Overall Dimensions for VS1-12 Withdrawable Type (Phase Distance 150mm) Circuit Breaker

VS1-12 Withdrawable Phase Distance 150mm Dimension Diagram
Rated Current (A) 630 1250
Rated Short-Circuit Breaking Current (kA) 20, 25, 31.5 25, 31.5
Matching Fixed Contact Size (mm) Φ35 Φ49
Phase Distance (mm) 150 ± 1.5

2. Drawing of Overall Dimensions for VS1-12 Withdrawable Type (Phase Distance 210mm) Circuit Breaker

VS1-12 Withdrawable Phase Distance 210mm Dimension Diagram
Rated Current (A) 630 1250 1600
Rated Short-Circuit Breaking Current (kA) 20, 25, 31.5 25, 31.5, 40 31.5
Matching Fixed Contact Size (mm) Φ35 Φ49 Φ55
Phase Distance (mm) 210 ± 1.5

3. Drawing of Overall Dimensions for VS1-12 Withdrawable Type (Phase Distance 275mm) Circuit Breaker

VS1-12 Withdrawable Phase Distance 275mm Dimension Diagram
Rated Current (A) 1600, 2000 2500, 3150
Rated Short-Circuit Breaking Current (kA) 31.5, 40 31.5, 40
Matching Fixed Contact Size (mm) Φ79 Φ109
Phase Distance (mm) 275 ± 1.5

4. Drawing of Overall Dimensions for ZN63A(VS1)-24 Fixed Type Circuit Breaker

ZN63A VS1-24 Fixed Type Dimension Diagram
Rated Current (A) 630 1250 1600
Rated Short-Circuit Breaking Current (kA) 20, 25, 31.5 25, 31.5, 40 31.5
Matching Fixed Contact Size (mm) Φ35 Φ49 Φ55
Phase Distance (mm) 275 ± 1.5
Rated Current (A) 1600, 2000 2500, 3150 4000
Rated Short-Circuit Breaking Current (kA) 31.5, 40 31.5, 40 40
Matching Fixed Contact Size (mm) Φ79 Φ109
Phase Distance (mm) 275 ± 1.5

Arc Extinguishing Principle

The ZN63A(VS1)-12/24 series circuit breaker utilizes a vacuum interrupter with a high degree of vacuum. During normal opening or short-circuit interruption, the moving contact is driven by the operating mechanism, causing it to separate from the fixed contact and generate an arc between them.

Due to the special design of the moving and fixed contacts, an axial magnetic field is generated between them. This field controls the arc, causing it to burn uniformly and move across the contact surface while maintaining a low arc voltage. When the arc current naturally passes through zero, the remaining ions, electrons, and metal vapor, under the influence of the electromagnetic field, quickly recombine or condense on the contact surfaces and the shield. The dielectric strength across the interrupter gap is rapidly restored, thereby extinguishing the arc and achieving the purpose of interruption.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What is the rated operational voltage for the VS1 series circuit breaker?

A: The series accommodates medium voltage electrical systems with rated voltages of 12kV and 24kV, supporting a rated frequency of 50Hz.

Q: What are the standard ambient temperature and environmental limitations?

A: The equipment operates reliably between -15°C and +40°C, at altitudes up to 1000m, and seismic intensity within 8 degrees. It is engineered for indoor environments free from combustible hazards, corrosive gases, and severe vibrations.

Q: What mechanical life and electrical endurance can be expected from this VCB?

A: Both the mechanical life and rated current breaking operations (electrical endurance) reach up to 20,000 continuous operations without requiring major mechanical replacements.

Q: How does the axial magnetic field facilitate rapid arc extinguishing?

A: The axial magnetic field controls the arc across the contact surfaces, keeping arc voltage low and uniform. Once current passes natural zero, metallic vapors quickly condense onto the shields, restoring dielectric withstand capability instantly.

Q: What phase-to-phase distance options are provided for switchgear integration?

A: The unit supports multiple standard installation phase distances, specifically 150mm, 210mm, and 275mm for withdrawable and fixed configurations, ensuring compatibility across different switchgear cabinets.

Q: What is the standard rated operating sequence of the breaker?

A: The rated operating sequence is standard O - 0.3s - CO - 180s - CO, designed for automatic reclosing duty in distribution networks.

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