Elastimold Switchgear

Product Guide
Protection and Control

UNDERGROUND DISTRIBUTION SWITCHGEAR
Solid Dielectric Switchgear

- No Oil, No Gas, No Maintenance
- Fully Sealed
Submersible
Deadfront Construction
Small Footprint
Not Position Sensitive
Vault, Subsurface, Padmount
and Riser Pole Installations
Flexible, Modular Building Blocks
for Multiple Applications
- MVS Molded Vacuum Switches
- MVI Molded Vacuum Interrupters
- MCAN Molded Fuse Canisters
Applications
- Switching and Sectionalizing
- Overcurrent Protection
- Automatic Source Transfer

Overview
Protection and Control Products
Nowadays electric underground distribution systems demand high performance in the form of improved
reliability and power quality, reduced operational and maintenance costs, and flexibility of operation.
These can be accomplished by sectionalizing feeders, installing equipment with minimal maintenance/
installation costs, installing protection equipment, installing automatic source transfer packages, and/or
providing ways to monitor the system and quickly locate a fault.
FEATURE
BENEFIT
n EPDM Molded Rubber Construction with
n Fully sealed
n Fully submersible
Stainless Steel Hardware and Mechanism

Boxes
n Vacuum Switching and Vacuum
Interruption
n Maintenance-free
n Small foot-print
n Lightweight
n NO gas, NO oil, NO hassle
n Deadfront Construction
n Insulates, shields and eliminates exposed live parts
n Compact and Light Weight
n Fits in tight spaces

n Suitable for padmount, subsurface, vault or riser pole
installations
n Smaller foootprint compared to other switchgear
n Non-position sensitive
n Can be installed almost anywhere and in any
position (e.g. hanging from ceilings, wall-mounted,

mounted at an angle, riser pole mounted)
n Modular construction
n Allows any combination of fused, switched and
interrupter ways on one piece of switchgear up to 35kV

n The knowledge and training acquired can be applied to
multiple installations.
n Electronic controls for protection and
automatic source transfer applications
n Flexibility of settings and operation in different
locations throughout the distribution system

n Tailored to fit a wide variety of system applications
n Motor operators for remote/local open/
close operation of three-phase switched

or interrupter ways
n Allow remote reconfiguration of loops and
sectionalizing of feeders
n Allow automatic or manual source transfer
n Can be used with a wide variety of RTUs and
communication devices

Overview
Elastimold Switchgear is the result of extensive field experience in underground distribution systems
combined with state of the art know-how, and top-notch customer support. The result? Equipment that
fits multiple application needs and contributes to improve the reliability and operating performance
of underground distribution systems up to 35kV. Elastimold Switchgear is fully submersible and
features deadfront construction. Solid EPDM insulation and vacuum switching/interruption translate
into small footprint, no maintenance products. With a wide range of configurations suitable for feeder
sectionalizing/protection, loop sectionalizing/protection, riser pole installations, and automatic source
transfer, Thomas & Betts is able to provide the right solutions to overcome your underground distribution
system performance challenges.
PADMOUNT
SUBSURFACE
VAULT
RISER POLE
SWITCHGEAR BUILDING BLOCKS

Whether it is a standard or a custom application, Thomas & Betts has the right combination of components
and expertise to fit your needs. The modularity and flexibility of Elastimold Switchgear allows the user to
combine the different individual components into products that satisfactorily improve the reliability and
performance of distribution systems. Three basic components form the basis for Elastimold Switchgear:
n
Single-phase and Three-phase Molded Vacuum Switches (MVS)
Single-phase and Three-phase Molded Vacuum Interrupters (MVI)
Fuse Canisters (MCAN)
These components combined with electronic controls, motor operators, and SCADA ready controls make
the building blocks of Elastimold Switchgear.

Building Blocks
Elastimold MVS Molded Vacuum Switches are spring energy,
load switching devices capable of making, carrying and
interrupting load currents through 600 amperes on 5-38kV
distribution systems. The MVS combines vacuum switching
with high dielectric strength EPDM rubber insulation, providing
compact, light-weight submersible switching. Units include
molded-in elbow connection interfaces, spring energy mechanism
and are available in both single and three phase models. Units are
manually operated with a hot-stick. Motor operator, SCADA and
Auto-Transfer Control options are available.
SINGLE PHASE SWITCHES

Approx. Weight 30 lbs.
MVS
THREE PHASE SWITCHES

Approx. Weight 135 lbs.
Available with 600 amp one piece bushings

or 200 amp wells on either/both terminals
Available with 600 amp one piece bushings

or 200 amp wells on either/both terminals

Building Blocks
CERTIFIED TESTS AND PERFORMANCE
MVS loadbreak switches have been
designed and tested per applicable
portions of IEEE, ANSI, NEMA and other
industry standards including:
n ANSI C37.71 Standard for Subsurface
and Vault Load Interrupting Switches.
n ANSI C37.72 Standard for Padmounted
Load Interrupting Switches
n IEEE 386 Standard for Separable
Connectors and Bushing Interfaces
n IEC 265 International Standards for
n ANSI C57.12.28 Standard for
Padmount Enclosures
RATINGS
Maximum Design Voltage
Frequency
BIL Impulse Withstand
One Minute AC Withstand
Fifteen Minute DC Withstand
Load Interrupting & Loop Switching
Transformer Magnetizing Interrupting
Capacitor or Cable Charging Interrupting
Asymmetrical Momentary and
3 Operation Fault Close
Symmetrical One Second Rating
Continuous Current
8 Hour Overload Current
27 kV
50/60 Hz
125 kV
60 kV
78 kV
600 A
21 A
40 A
38 kV
50/60 Hz
150 kV
70 kV
103 kv
600 A
21 A
40 A
20,000 A
12,500 A
600 A
900 A
20,000 A
12,500 A
600 A
900 A
20,000 A
12,500 A
600 A
900 A
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Construction:
Submersible, corrosion
resistant, fully shielded
Ambient Temperature Range:
-30 to +40 degrees centigrade
Mechanical Endurance:
2000 operations
Cable connection
bushings
43
Open
position
15.5 kV
50/60 Hz
95 kV
35 kV
53 kV
600 A
21 A
40 A
Closed
position
Operating
handle
C Spring operating
mechanism contained
within 304 stainless steel
housing
D Insulated
drive rod
assembly
A Vacuum interrupter
contact system
B Molded EPDM rubber

insulation and
shielding

Building Blocks
Elastimold MVI Molded Vacuum Fault Interrupters are devices
capable of making, carrying and automatically interrupting
currents through 12,500 amperes symmetrical on 5-35kV
distribution systems. The MVI combines vacuum interrupters,
programmable electronic self powered controls and high
dielectric strength EPDM rubber insulation, to provide compact,
light-weight submersible over-current protection. Units include
molded-in elbow connection interfaces, trip free mechanism,
and are available in single phase and three phase models.
Units are self powered and include current sensing and electronic
control. The control is field programmable with a wide range of
Time-Current Characteristic (TCC) curves and trip settings. The
TCC curve provide predictable tripping for ease of coordination
with up-stream and/or down-stream protective devices. The
control monitors the circuit condition and sends a signal to
the tripping mechanism if the programmed parameters are
exceeded.
Motor operators and controls are available, and allow
reconfiguration of radial feeders or loops, manually or via SCADA.
FRONT VIEW SINGLE-PHASE
200 AMP WELLS
600 AMP BUSHINGS
FRONT VIEW THREE-PHASE
MVI

Building Blocks
CERTIFIED TESTS AND PERFORMANCE RATINGS
MVI Molded Vacuum Fault Interrupters have
been designed and tested per applicable
portions of IEEE, ANSI, NEMA and other
industry standards, including:
n IEEE 386 Standard for Separable

Connectors and Bushing Interfaces
Voltage Class
Maximum Design Voltage
Frequency
Load Interrupting & Loop Switching
Transformer Magnetizing Interrupting
Capacitor or Cable Charging Interrupting
Sym./Asym. Momentary and Fault Close
Symmetrical One Second Rating
Continuous Current
Sym./Asym. Interrupting Capability
n IEC 265 International Standards for Load

Interrupting Switches
APPLICATION INFORMATION
n ANSI C37.60 Standard for Fault Interrupters

n ANSI C37.71 Standard for Subsurface and
Vault Load Interrupting Switches
n ANSI C37.72 Standard for Padmounted
n ANSI C57.12.28 Standard for Padmounted

Enclosures
15.5 kV
17 kV
50/60 Hz
95 kV
35 kV
53 kV
600 A
21 A
40 A
12.5/20 kA
12.5 kA
600 A
12.5/20 kA
27 kV
29 kV
50/60 Hz
125 kV
60 kV
78 kV
600 A
21 A
40 A
12.5/20 kA
12.5 kA
600 A
12.5/20 kA
35 kV
38 kV
50/60 Hz
150 kV
70 kV
103 kV
600 A
21 A
40 A
12.5/20 kA
12.5 kA
600 A
12.5/20 kA
Endurance:
2,000 Amperes Sym. Interrupting
44 operations
(15-20% of maximum rating)
6,000 Amperes Sym. Interrupting Amps
56 operations
12,500 Amperes Sym. Interrupting Amps
16 operations
Mechanical
2000 operations
Construction:
Submersible, corrosion resistant, fully shielded
Ambient Temperature Range: -30 to +40 degrees centigrade

Building Blocks
The Molded Vacuum Interrupters are provided with self-powered electronic control packages, requiring no
batteries or external power. Field-selectable Fuse or Relay Curves and Trip Settings are available. The controls
monitor current through the interrupter, and if an overcurrent condition is detected, send a signal to the vacuum
interrupters to trip open and interrupt the fault. Depending on the application, four electronic control options are
available for the MVI:
INTERNAL CONTROL
This control is integral to the unit (no separate control box) and
molded inside the current sensing device. It is accessible via
computer connection to view or modify settings. This control is
used on ganged three-phase or single-phase MVI mechanisms.
Phase and Ground trip, as well as Inrush restraint are available.
The E-Set software allows the user to connect to the internal
control either in the shop or the field to program or change
settings. MVI-STP programming connector is required to connect
between the PC and the MVI. With a computer connected to the
MVI control the user can view real-time currents, the number
of overcurrent protection operations, current magnitude of the
last trip, and the phase/ground fault targets. This is the default
control option.
EXTERNAL CONTROL WITH SINGLE/THREE-PHASE TRIP SELECTION (Style 10)
This control is mounted external to the mechanism and provides

the ability to select TCCs by setting dip switches on the front
panel. Each phase can be assigned a different minimum trip
setting by means of manual rotary switches. This control is used
on three single-phase MVI mechanisms.
EXTERNAL CONTROL WITH PHASE AND GROUND TRIP (Style 20)

the ability to select phase minimum trip (one for all three phases),
time delay for phase tripping, ground trip as a percent of phase
minimum trip, and ground trip delay by means of manual rotary
switches. This control may be used on ganged three-phase or
three single-phase MVI mechanisms.

Building Blocks
EXTERNAL CONTROL WITH THREE-PHASE TRIP ONLY (Style 30)

the ability to select phase minimum trip (one for all three phases)
by means of a manual rotary switch. It also has an RS232 port for
connection to a PC to view the last trip data. This control is used
on ganged three-phase or three single-phase MVI mechanisms.
CURVES
Relay Curves
Curve #
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
16
17
Curve Reference #
MVI-TCC-01
MVI-TCC-02
MVI-TCC-03
MVI-TCC-04
MVI-TCC-05
MVI-TCC-06
MVI-TCC-07
MVI-TCC-08
MVI-TCC-09
MVI-TCC-10
MVI-TCC-11
MVI-TCC-12
MVI-TCC-13
MVI-TCC-14
MVI-TCC-16
MVI-TCC-17
Fuse Curves
Curve Type
E Slow
E Standard
Oil Fuse Cutout
K
Kearney QA
Cooper EF
Cooper NX-C
CO-11-1
CO-11-2
T
CO-9-1
CO-9-2
Cooper 280ARX
F
Kearney KS
GE Relay
Curve #
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
Curve Reference #
MVI-TCC-54
MVI-TCC-55
MVI-TCC-56
MVI-TCC-57
MVI-TCC-58
MVI-TCC-59
MVI-TCC-60
MVI-TCC-61
Curve Type
E Slow
E Standard
Oil Fuse Cutout
K
Kearney QA
Cooper NX-C
T
Kearney KS
MINIMUM TRIP SETTINGS

Relay Curves
30 Amperes
40 Amperes
50 Amperes
70 Amperes
90 Amperes
120 Amperes
150 Amperes
200 Amperes
250 Amperes
350 Amperes
450 Amperes
600 Amperes
Fuse Curves
10 Amperes
20 Amperes
30 Amperes
40 Amperes
50 Amperes
65 Amperes
80 Amperes
100 Amperes
125 Amperes
150 Amperes
175 Amperes
200 Amperes

Building Blocks
The Elastimold MCAN Fuse Canister is a compact, lightweight
EPDM molded rubber Fuse Enclosure Package. MCAN Fuse Canisters
are maintenance free, completely sealed and submersible. Designs
are deadfront using molded rubber to insulate, shield and eliminate
exposed live parts. Units are ideally suited for padmount, subsurface
or vault applications. Construction is modular to allow for various
elbow connections or direct attachment to equipment mounted
bushings. The various end fittings and bushings allow fuse canisters to
be applied throughout the system in switchgear, junctions, transformers, cable runs and tap installations. Standard 300 series stainless steel
mounting brackets accommodate a variety of mounting arrangements.
The MCAN will accommodate and has been thoroughly tested with
Elastimold EFX and Hi-Tech Trans-Guard FX fuses.
200 AMP. WELLS
MCAN
600 AMP. BUSHINGS
DIMENSIONS IN INCHES
Catalog Number Figure
200 AMP. WELL & 600 AMP.
ELBOW END MODULE
10
600 AMP. BUSHING & 600 AMP.

ELBOW END MODULE
(A)
(B)
(C)
MCAN-4B15-22
MCAN-5B25-22
MCAN-6B25-22
1
1
1
21.49
25.80
28.68
10.06
14.37
17.25
10.91
15.22
18.10
MCAN-4B15-66
MCAN-5B25-66
MCAN-6B25-66
2
2
2
21.49
25.80
28.68
10.06
14.37
17.25
10.91
15.22
18.10
MCAN-4B15-6E2
MCAN-5B25-6E2
MCAN-6B25-6E2
3
3
3
23.90
28.21
31.08
10.06
14.37
17.25
12.91
17.22
20.09
MCAN-4B15-6E6
MCAN-5B25-6E6
MCAN-6B25-6E6
4
4
4
23.90
28.21
31.08
10.06
14.37
17.25
12.91
17.22
20.09

Building Blocks
CERTIFIED TESTS AND PERFORMANCE
FUSE CANISTER RATINGS
Elastimold Molded Fuse Canisters and EFX

fuses have been designed and tested per
applicable portions of IEEE, ANSI, NEMA and
other industry standards including:
Voltage Class
Maximum Line to Ground Voltage
Frequency
Maximum Continuous Current
Momentary Current
Construction:
n ANSI C37.40 Standard for Current

Limiting Fuse Service Conditions
n ANSI C37.41 Standard for Current Limiting

FUSE RATINGS
Fuse Design & Testing
n ANSI C37.47 Standard for Current Limiting
Fuse Ratings & Specifications
n ANSI/IEEE 386 Standard for Separable
Connectors & Bushing Interfaces
15kV
25 kV
10.0kV
17.2kV
50/60hz
50/60hz
95 kV
125 kV
34 kV
40 kV
53 kV
78 kV
200 Amps*
200 Amps*
10kA*
10kA*
Submersible, corrosion resistant, fully shielded
Nominal Voltage Rating (kV)

8.3
15.5
Rated Maximum Voltage (kV)
8.3 or 10.0
15.5 or 17.2
Frequency
50/60hz
50/60hz
Rated Continuous Current, Amperes
3-50+
3-50+
Rated Maximum Interrupting Current
50,000
50,000++
(Sym. Amperes)
Ambient Temperature Range: 30 to 140 C for the 2.25 diameter fuse
23.0
23.0
50/60hz
6-50+
50,000
* Without Fuse + Without de-rating ++3 amp fuse was tested @ 44kA
Note: See Catalog PC-Fuses for additional details on MCAN Fuses.
Cable Connection
Bushings or Wells
End Plug with Eye
Latching Lever
Molded EPDM Rubber

Insulation and Shielding
Mounting Feet
EFX Full Range Current Limiting

Fuse
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Products
Elastimold Switchgear building blocks as described in the previous section can be combined into a
wide arrangement of configurations, and applied to solve different challenges in the distribution system.
Elastimold Switchgear products can be classified in three categories according to the function they
perform:
n Switching and Sectionalizing Equipment
n Overcurrent Protection Equipment
n Automatic Source Transfer Equipment
These products can be applied in different types of installations:
n Padmount
n Subsurface / Wet or Dry Vaults
n Pole
The switching or manually sectionalizing of loads can be accomplished with the use of Molded Vacuum
Switch (MVS) modules. The simplest manual sectionalizer is a single MVS switch, which can be installed in
a vault, pole, or inside a padmount enclosure. One of the most popular applications of this sectionalizer is
as a replacement of existing oil fuse cutouts. Two, three and four-way units are also available in vault and
padmount styles. These would aid in the manual reconfiguration of distribution loops by installing them
at the open point in the circuit.
Overcurrent protection is accomplished using Molded Fuse Canister (MCAN) or Molded Vaccum
Interrupter (MVI) modules. These can be used in combination with MVS modules. The simplest product
is a single MVI unit, which can be installed in a vault, pole, or inside a padmount enclosure. One of the
most popular applications of this configuration is as a replacement of existing oil fuse cutouts. Another
application could be three MCAN fuses installed inside a padmount enclosure to protect a tap load. Two,
three, and four-way units are also available in any combination of MVI, MCAN and MVS modules, and in
vault and padmount styles. These would be applied in underground loops to aid in the sectionalizing of
the main feeder and to provide protection to the loads along the loop.
Automatic Source Transfer packages are used to ensure the shortest interruption of power possible to
critical loads such as hospitals, factories, and financial institutions. These packages switch the load from
its normal source to a backup source of power in the event that the normal (preferred) source is lost.
Elastimold switchgear combines MVS and MVI modules with an Automatic Transfer Control and motor
operators to provide a complete package.
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MULTI-WAY UNIT CONSTRUCTION

Multi-way vault and padmount units are built using MVS, MVI, and
MCAN modules as required by the application. These are mounted
onto the ES Multi-way common bus system and assembled on a free
standing, floor mounted frame. At this stage the product is ready to be
used in vault installations.
Common Bus Assembly
Vault Style Unit
For padmount installations, a doublesided, drop-over, painted, mild-steel

enclosure is provided. Munsell Green
7GY 3.29/1.5 is the standard enclosure
color. Other colors are available upon
request. Painted stainless steel or
fiberglass enclosures are available as
options.
Padmount Style Unit
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PADMOUNT UNIT: Tap (Load) Side
Top lifts up for ease of
operation and fuse removal
Drop-over mild or stainless

steel enclosures available *
MVI mechanism on
1 protection tap
(3 also available)
MCAN fused canister tap
Internal electronic control

and current sensing device
(3-Phase MVI and External
controls also available)
Parking stand
Ground rod
200 amp wells (shown)

600 amp bushings available
*Consult your local representative for fiberglass enclosure options
The remaining pages of this Product Guide are divided into three sections according to the function a
product performs:
n Switching and Sectionalizing
n Overcurrent Protection
n Source Transfer
From the following table, select the function and application specific to your system needs. The last column
will indicate the product to be used for the specific selection. With this information, go to the appropriate
section and finalize the construction of the catalog number that you would need to order.
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Products
The following graph shows how to construct the catalog number for multi-way switchgear or transfer
packages. Catalog numbers are shown on Tables 1-3 for the most common configurations:
EXAMPLE: The catalog number for an autotransfer package for padmount installation on a 3-phase, 27kV
system, with two MVI protected taps, 600 Amp terminals and standard mild-steel enclosure is:
ATD324-AAPP-6666
Consult your local representative on multi-way configurations that include 38 kV MVIs.
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SWITCHING AND SECTIONALIZING

Products
Load switching is required when:
1. A load needs to be isolated to perform maintenance
2. A load needs to be isolated to repair a fault
3. A loop needs to be reconfigured to feed certain load from a different substation and isolate the
faulted portion of the loop
In any case, the use of a manual sectionalizer contributes to reduce the length of time that unfaulted or
unaffected portions of the system are exposed to an outage. This results in improved reliability of the
system as the duration of outages is reduced (i.e. the SAIDI and CAIDI reliability indices).
Switching products can be applied as replacement for existing Oil Fuse Cutouts or as Manual
Sectionalizers for loops or radial feeders. Depending on the application these sectionalizers may be
installed in a vault, or inside a padmount enclosure. Pole installations are also available.
MANUAL SWITCHING/SECTIONALIZING IMPROVES RELIABILITY
In the example to the right, a radial
feeder is exposed to two failures in one
year. Without any manual sectionalizing,
all customers are subject to both failures
and are out of power until failures are
restored. Assuming that the duration of
outage one (F1) is one hour, and outage
two (F2) is two hours, the calculation
of SAIDI shows 3 hours of interruption
duration per year.
With the use of an MVS at the midpoint of the feeder, the restoration
time is reduced. Once the fault is
located, the MVS is open to isolate the
faulted portion of the feeder. At this
point the other half of the feeder can
be energized, reducing the outage
duration or SAIDI from 3 hours to 2.5
hours per year (16.6%).
Similar application of MVS switches in loop configurations contribute to significantly reduce the outage
duration. In these cases single or multi-way switch configurations can be applied.
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SWITCHING AND SECTIONALIZING

Products
TABLE 1 - SWITCHING AND SECTIONALIZING SWITCHGEAR
Diagram
Catalog Number
Description
Wt.
6
6
6
6
6
24
26
24
26
24
14
15
14
15
14
30
30
30
30
30
21
21
21
26
26
26
19 135
19 135
19 135
48
48
48
48
48
48
36
36
36
36
36
36
22
22
22
22
22
22
36
36
36
30
30
30
30 310
30 310
30 310
32
32
32
42
42
42
48 680
48 680
48 680
54
54
54
54
54
54
42
42
42
42
42
42
48
48
48
48
48
48
SUBSURFACE
Single-phase Vacuum Switches
MVS1-21-15-XX
15kV 2-way 1-phase Switch
* MVS1-21-15-6EX
15kV 2-way 1-phase Switch - Elbow Interface
MVS1-21-27-XX
MVS1-21-27-6EX
25kV 2-way 1-phase Switch - Elbow Interface
MVS1-21-38-XX
Three-phase Vacuum Switches
* MVS3-21-15-XX
MVS3-21-25-XX
MVS3-21-38-XX
Three-phase Multi-way Arrangements
ESV313-TTT-XXX
ESV323-TTT-XXX
ESV333-TTT-XXX
ESV314-TTTT-XXXX
ESV324-TTTT-XXXX
ESV334-TTTT-XXXX
PADMOUNT
Single-phase Vacuum Switches
PMVS1-21-15-XX
PMVS1-21-27-XX
PMVS1-21-38-XX
Three-phase Vacuum Switches
ESD312-T-XX
ESD322-T-XX
ESD332-T-XX
ESD313-TTT-XXX
ESD323-TTT-XXX
ESD333-TTT-XXX
ESD314-TTTT-XXXX
ESD324-TTTT-XXXX
ESD334-TTTT-XXXX
750
750
750
880
880
880
1250
1250
1250
1380
1380
1380
NOTES:
Other Configurations are Available. Please Consult Your Local Representative on Configurations Not Shown Here.
* Height includes handle
ACCESSORIES (Add the catalog number as a suffix to single- and three-phase units)
Catalog Number
Description
MO120A
MO12D
UAD
PS
PS6
MPS
120 Vac Motor Operator for 3-phase Units. For Multi-Way Units, Replace T with V for a Motor Operated Switch.
12 Vdc Motor Operator for 3-phase Units. For Multi-Way Units, Replace T with U for a Motor Operated Switch.
12 Vdc Cleveland Price Motor Operator. For Multi-Way Units, Replace T with Q for a Motor Operated Switch.
Parking Stand for MVS units
Double Parking Stand for MVS3 units
Parking Stand for MVS3 units on Mechanism Cover
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OVERCURRENT PROTECTION
Products
The use of fault interrupting devices is required when:
1. Feeders need to be split into smaller sections, so that if there is a fault only a small section of the
load is affected
2. Radial taps deriving from a main feeder or loop need to be protected
While a switching device contributes to improve the duration of outages, fault interrupters contribute
to reduce the duration AND frequency of outages (i.e. SAIDI, CAIDI, SAIFI, CAIFI reliability indices).
AUTOMATIC FAULT PROTECTION/SECTIONALIZING IMPROVES RELIABILITY
In the example to the right, a radial
feeder is exposed to two failures in
one year. Without any automatic
sectionalizing (overcurrent protection),
all customers are subject to both failures
and are out of power until failures are
restored. Assuming that the duration of
outage one (F1) is one hour, and outage
two (F2) is two hours, the calculation
of SAIDI shows 3 hours of interruption
duration per year. The calculation of the
frequency of interruptions (SAIFI) shows
two interruptions per year.
With the use of an MVI overcurrent fault
interrupting device at the mid-point of
the feeder, failure F2 only affects half of
the load. Proper protection coordination,
between the MVI and the substation
breaker, allows the MVI to clear the fault
before any customers between the MVI
and the breaker are affected. Frequency
and duration of interruption are
significantly reduced. SAIDI is reduced
from 3 to 2 hours of interruption per year
(33%), and SAIFI is reduced from 2 to 1.5
interruptions per year (25%).
Similar improvements can be accomplished with the use of single and multi-way configurations of MVIs
and MVSs in loop systems. Elastimold switchgear will contribute to improve the reliability of distribution
systems, not only through their normal operation, but by reducing the operation and maintenance time
that is invested in keeping the system running.
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TABLE 2 - OVERCURRENT PROTECTION SWITCHGEAR
Diagram
Catalog Number
Description
RISER POLE (Three-Phase Installations Only)

RMVI3-21-15-6ABX
15kV 2-way 3-phase Interrupter with Air Bushings on Top Terminals
RMVI3-21-27-6ABX
RMVI3-21-38-6ABX
Wt
30
30
30
45
45
45
25
25
25
150
150
150
6
6
6
6
6
6
31
31
31
31
31
31
9
11
9
11
9
11
45
45
45
45
45
45
20
20
20
20
20
20
31
31
31
33
33
33
9
9
9
10
10
10
145
145
145
145
145
145
21
21
21
24
24
24
48
48
48
48
48
48
24
29
32
36
36
39
36
36
39
36
36
39
11
11
11
22
22
22
22
22
22
22
22
22
63
69
72
350
350
350
560
560
560
560
560
560
SUBSURFACE
Single-phase Vacuum Interrupters
MVI1-21-15-XX
15kV 2-way 1-phase Interrupter
MVI1-21-15-6EX
15kV 2-way 1-phase Interrupter - Elbow Interface
MVI1-21-27-XX
MVI1-21-27-6EX
MVI1-21-38-X2
MVI1-21-38-6E2
Three-phase Vacuum Interrupters
MVI1-21-15-XX-3YY
15kV 2-way 3-phase Interrupter - Single-phase Trip Selectable - Ext. Control
MVI1-21-27-XX-3YY
MVI1-21-38-XX-3YY
MVI3-21-15-XX
MVI3-21-38-XX
MVI3-21-27-XX
Three-phase Multi-way Arrangements (Fuses are not included and must be ordered separate)
ESV312-E2-XX
8.3kV 2-way 3-phase - One Fused Tap with Fuse Canisters
ESV322-F2-XX
15kV 2-way 3-phase - One Fused Tap with Fuse Canisters
ESV332-G2-XX
23kV 2-way 3-phase - One Fused Tap with Fuse Canisters
ESV312-TE-XX
8.3kV 2-way 3-phase - One Source Switch, One Fused Tap
ESV322-TF-XX
15kV 2-way 3-phase - One Source Switch, One Fused Tap
ESV332-TG-XX
ESV313-TEE-XXX
8.3kV 3-way 3-phase - One Source Switch, Two Fused Taps
ESV323-TFF-XXX
15kV 3-way 3-phase - One Source Switch, Two Fused Taps
ESV333-TGG-XXX
ESV313-TTE-XXX
8.3kV 3-way 3-phase - Two Source Switches, One Fused Tap
ESV323-TTF-XXX
15kV 3-way 3-phase - Two Source Switches, One Fused Tap
ESV333-TTG-XXX
ESV313-TPP-XXX
15kV 3-way 3-phase - One Source Switch, Two Vacuum Interrupter Taps
48
40
22
660
ESV323-TPP-XXX
48
40
22
660
ESV313-TTP-XXX
15kV 3-way 3-phase - Two Source Switches, One Vacuum Interrupter Tap
48
40
22
660
ESV323-TTP-XXX
48
40
22
660
ESV314-TEEE-XXXX
ESV324-TFFF-XXXX
ESV334-TGGG-XXXX
8.3kV 4-way 3-phase - One Source Switch, Three Fused Taps

15kV 4-way 3-phase - One Source Switch, Three Fused Taps
48
48
48
36
36
36
22
22
22
670
670
670
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Products
TABLE 2 - OVERCURRENT PROTECTION SWITCHGEAR (Contd)
Diagram Catalog Number
Description
SUBSURFACE (Contd)
Wt.
ESV314-TTEE-XXXX
ESV324-TTFF-XXXX
ESV334-TTGG-XXXX
ESV314-TTTE-XXXX
ESV324-TTTF-XXXX
ESV334-TTTG-XXXX
8.3kV 4-way 3-phase - Two Source Switches, Two Fused Taps

15kV 4-way 3-phase - Two Source Switches, Two Fused Taps
8.3kV 4-way 3-phase - Three Source Switches, One Fused Tap
15kV 4-way 3-phase - Three Source Switches, One Fused Tap
48
48
48
48
48
48
36
36
39
36
36
39
22
22
22
22
22
22
740
740
740
810
810
810
ESV314-TPPP-XXXX
15kV 4-way 3-phase - One Source Switch, Three Vacuum Interrupter Taps
48
40
22
880
ESV324-TPPP-XXXX
27kV 4-way 3-phase - One Source Switch, Three Vacuum Interrupter Tap
48
40
22
880
ESV314-TTPP-XXXX
15kV 4-way 3-phase - Two Source Switches, Two Vacuum Interrupter Taps
48
40
22
880
ESV324-TTPP-XXXX
48
40
22
880
ESV314-TTTP-XXXX
15kV 4-way 3-phase - Three Source Switches, One Vacuum Interrupter Tap
48
40
22
880
ESV324-TTTP-XXXX
48
40
22
880

36
36
36
30
30
30
30
30
30
310
310
310
36
36
36
48
48
48
42
42
42
680
680
680
36
36
36
48
48
48
42
42
42
610
610
610
PADMOUNT
Single-phase Vacuum Interrupters
PMVI1-21-15-XX
PMVI1-21-27-XX
PMVI1-21-38-XX
Three-phase Vacuum Interrupters
PMVI1-21-15-XX-3YY
PMVI1-21-27-XX-3YY
PMVI1-21-38-XX-3YY
Three-phase Multi-way Arrangements (Fuses are not included and must be ordered separate)
ESD312-E-XX
8.3kV 2-way 3-phase - One Fused Tap
ESD322-F-XX
15kV 2-way 3-phase - One Fused Tap
ESD332-G-XX
23kV 2-way 3-phase - One Fused Tap
20
ESD312-P-XX
15kV 2-way 3-phase - One Vacuum Interrupter Tap
36
48
42
680
ESD322-P-XX
27kV 2-way 3-phase - One Vacuum Interrupter Tap
36
48
42
680
ESD312-TE-XX
ESD322-TF-XX
ESD332-TG-XX
ESD313-TEE-XXX
ESD323-TFF-XXX
ESD333-TGG-XXX
ESD313-TTE-XXX
ESD323-TTF-XXX
ESD333-TTG-XXX
8.3kV 2-way 3-phase - One Source Switch, One Fused Tap

8.3kV 3-way 3-phase - One Source Switch, Two Fused Taps
8.3kV 3-way 3-phase - Two Source Switches, One Fused Tap
36
36
36
54
54
54
54
54
54
48
48
48
48
48
48
48
48
48
42
42
42
42
42
42
42
42
42
750
750
750
1050
1050
1050
1050
1050
1050
ESD313-TPP-XXX
54
48
42 1160
ESD323-TPP-XXX
54
48
42 1160
Products
TABLE 2 - OVERCURRENT PROTECTION SWITCHGEAR (Contd)
Diagram
Catalog Number
Description
Wt.
ESD313-TTP-XXX
54
48
42 1160
ESD323-TTP-XXX
54
48
42 1160
ESD314-TEEE-XXXX
8.3kV 4-way 3-phase - One Source Switch, Three Fused Taps
54
48
42 1170
ESD324-TFFF-XXXX
54
48
42 1170
ESD334-TGGG-XXXX
54
48
42 1170
ESD314-TTEE-XXXX
8.3kV 4-way 3-phase - Two Source Switches, Two Fused Taps
64
48
42 1240
ESD324-TTFF-XXXX
64
48
42 1240
ESD334-TTGG-XXXX
64
48
42 1240
ESD314-TTTE-XXXX
8.3kV 4-way 3-phase - Three Source Switches, One Fused Tap
54
48
42 1310
ESD324-TTTF-XXXX
54
48
42 1310
ESD334-TTTG-XXXX
54
48
42 1310
ESD314-TPPP-XXXX
54
48
42 1380
ESD324-TPPP-XXXX
54
48
42 1380
ESD314-TTPP-XXXX
54
48
42 1380
ESD324-TTPP-XXXX
54
48
42 1380
ESD314-TTTP-XXXX
54
48
42 1380
ESD324-TTTP-XXXX
54
48
42 1380
PADMOUNT (Contd)
ACCESSORIES
Catalog Number
MVI-STP
Description
Adapter for Connection Between MVI Units with Internal Control, and a Computer for Programming/
Viewing Settings
120 Vac Motor Operator for 3-phase Units
MO120A
For Multi-way Units Replace T with V for a Motor Operated Switch

For Multi-way Units Replace P with W for a Motor Operated Interrupter
12-24Vdc Motor Operator for 3-phase Units
MO12D
For Multi-way Units Replace T with U for a Motor Operated Switch

For Multi-way Units Replace P with R for a Motor Operated Interrupter
12 Vdc Cleveland Price Motor Operator and Control with SCADA Provisions
UAD
For Multi-way Units Replace T with Q for a Motor Operated Switch.

For Multi-way Units Replace P with Z for a Motor Operated Interrupter
PS
Parking Stand for MVI1, MVI3, MVS1, MVS3 or PMVI1Between Bushings
PS6
Double Parking Stand for MVI3 or MVS3
BT
Bail Tab Plate Installed
NOTES:
Weights and Dimensions are Approximate
X=6 for 600 Amp or 2 for 200 Amp
YY=10; or 20; or 30 For Different Electronic Controls
Accessories should be added as suffix to the main catalog number for Non-Multi-Way Units.
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SOURCE TRANSFER
Products
The main application of source transfer packages is to transfer a load from one power
source to another. In some cases, when the load is not critical, this is done manually using a
switching device (see switching section). In the case of critical loads such as hospitals, financial
institutions, manufacturing facilities, and any other load that would have computer-related
equipment, a fast transfer is required between the main (preferred) source and the backup
(alternate) source. It is important for the automatic source transfer not to affect the operation of
the load because any interruption of the business process translates into costly lost production
and setup time. The preferred and backup sources are normally utility feeders, but in some
cases the backup source may be a generator.
Elastimold Switchgear offers automatic transfer (AT) packages capable of performing a full
transfer in less than 2 seconds. The system monitors the voltage on the preferred source, and
initiates a transfer when the voltage is below the acceptable level for the customer. At this point
the preferred source is disconnected and the alternate source connected. AT packages include:
n Two three-phase MVS switches with motor operators (one for the preferred source, and
one for the alternate source)
n Six Voltage sensors (one for each phase of the MVS switches). These sensors monitor
voltage on every phase and feed their output to the AT control.
n An AT control which receives the output from the voltage sensors, and determines if
there is a loss of voltage. If there is a loss of voltage, the AT control sends an OPEN signal
to the preferred source MVS, and a CLOSE signal to the alternate source MVS. When the
voltage is restored the system transfers back to its normal state, either automatically or
at a set time.
n One or two protected taps. These can be MCAN or MVI modules, which protect the
critical load against overcurrent. Solid taps are also available.
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SOURCE TRANSFER
Products
TABLE 3 - AUTOMATIC SOURCE TRANSFER
Diagram
Catalog Number
Description
Wt.
SUBSURFACE (2-MVS3 Interconnected with Multi-point Junctions. For Wall/Floor Mounting.)

**
**
ATS312-AA-XX
15kV 2-way 3-phase - Two Source Switches, Customer Connected Tap
21
19
26
60
ATS322-AA-XX
25kV 2-way 3-phase - Two Source Switches, Customer Connected Tap
21
19
26
60
ATS313-AAB-XXX
15kV 3-way 3-phase - Two Source Switches, One Solid Tap
22
79
21
300
ATS323-AAB-XXX
22
79
21
300
ATS314-AABB-XXXX
15kV 4-way 3-phase - Two Source Switches, Two Solid Taps
22
79
21
300
ATS324-AABB-XXXX
25kV 4-way 3-phase - Two Source Switches, Two Solid Taps
22
79
21
300
ATS313-AAP-XXX
22
79
21
450
ATS323-AAP-XXX
22
79
21
450
ATS314-AAPP-XXXX
22
79
21
600
ATS324-AAPP-XXXX
22
79
21
600
VAULT (All Ways Mounted onto a Common Bus, and Supported by a Free-Standing Frame. For Floor Mounting.)
ATV313-AAB-XXX
48
36
22
620
ATV323-AAB-XXX
48
36
22
620
ATV313-AAP-XXX
48
36
22
750
ATV323-AAP-XXX
48
36
22
750
ATV314-AAPP-XXXX
48
36
22
880
ATV324-AAPP-XXXX
48
36
22
880
ATD313-AAP-XXX
54
42
48
1160
ATD323-AAP-XXX
54
42
48
1160
ATD314-AAPP-XXXX
54
42
48
1380
ATD324-AAPP-XXXX
54
42
48
1380
PADMOUNT
ACCESSORIES
Catalog Number
PS
MPS
Description
Parking Stand for MVI3, MVS3
Parking Stand for MVI3 on Mechanism Cover
NOTES:
X=6 for 600 Amp or 2 for 200 Amp
Y=10, 20, 30 For Different Electronic Controls
Accessories Should Be Added as a Suffix to the Main Catalog Number Unless Noted Otherwise.
* Dimensions for One Switch
** Dimensions for 2-MVS3 Interconnected with Multi-Point Junctions. MVIs are Mounted Elsewhere in the Vault.
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Protection and Control

Thomas & Betts Corporation

T&B Utility
8155 T&B Blvd.
Memphis, TN 38125
Tel: (800) 888-0211 x5016
Fax: ((800)888-0690
www.tnb.com
CATALOG # PC-SWITCHGEAR-0903
2003 Thomas & Betts

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Product Guide

Protection and Control

Solid Dielectric Switchgear

UNDERGROUND DISTRIBUTION SWITCHGEAR

n EPDM Molded Rubber Construction with

Stainless Steel Hardware and Mechanism

n Insulates, shields and eliminates exposed live parts

n Compact and Light Weight

n Fits in tight spaces

n Can be installed almost anywhere and in any

position (e.g. hanging from ceilings, wall-mounted,

n Allows any combination of fused, switched and

interrupter ways on one piece of switchgear up to 35kV

automatic source transfer applications

n Flexibility of settings and operation in different

locations throughout the distribution system

n Motor operators for remote/local open/

close operation of three-phase switched

n Allow remote reconfiguration of loops and

UNDERGROUND DISTRIBUTION SWITCHGEAR

SWITCHGEAR BUILDING BLOCKS

Single-phase and Three-phase Molded Vacuum Switches (MVS)

Single-phase and Three-phase Molded Vacuum Interrupters (MVI)

Fuse Canisters (MCAN)

UNDERGROUND DISTRIBUTION SWITCHGEAR

SINGLE PHASE SWITCHES

THREE PHASE SWITCHES

Available with 600 amp one piece bushings

Available with 600 amp one piece bushings

UNDERGROUND DISTRIBUTION SWITCHGEAR

Ambient Temperature Range:

-30 to +40 degrees centigrade

B Molded EPDM rubber

UNDERGROUND DISTRIBUTION SWITCHGEAR

200 AMP WELLS

600 AMP BUSHINGS

FRONT VIEW THREE-PHASE

UNDERGROUND DISTRIBUTION SWITCHGEAR

n IEEE 386 Standard for Separable

n IEC 265 International Standards for Load

n ANSI C37.60 Standard for Fault Interrupters

n ANSI C57.12.28 Standard for Padmounted

UNDERGROUND DISTRIBUTION SWITCHGEAR

EXTERNAL CONTROL WITH SINGLE/THREE-PHASE TRIP SELECTION (Style 10)

This control is mounted external to the mechanism and provides

EXTERNAL CONTROL WITH PHASE AND GROUND TRIP (Style 20)

This control is mounted external to the mechanism and provides

UNDERGROUND DISTRIBUTION SWITCHGEAR

This control is mounted external to the mechanism and provides

MINIMUM TRIP SETTINGS

UNDERGROUND DISTRIBUTION SWITCHGEAR

200 AMP. WELLS

600 AMP. BUSHINGS

600 AMP. BUSHING & 600 AMP.

UNDERGROUND DISTRIBUTION SWITCHGEAR

FUSE CANISTER RATINGS

Elastimold Molded Fuse Canisters and EFX

n ANSI C37.40 Standard for Current

n ANSI C37.41 Standard for Current Limiting