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High voltage switchgear and controlgear - Part 103: Switches for rated voltages above 1
kV up to and including 52 kV (IEC 62271-103:2011)
Hochspannungs-Schaltgeräte und -Schaltanlagen - Teil 103: Lastschalter für
Bemessungsspannungen über 1 kV bis einschließlich 52 kV (IEC 62271-103:2011)
Appareillage à haute tension - Partie 103: Interrupteurs pour tensions assignées
supérieures à 1 kV et jusqu'à 52 kV inclus (CEI 62271-103:2011)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 62271-103:2011
ICS:
29.130.10 Visokonapetostne stikalne in High voltage switchgear and
krmilne naprave controlgear
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 62271-103
NORME EUROPÉENNE
September 2011
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 29.130.10 Supersedes EN 60265-1:1998

English version
High-voltage switchgear and controlgear -
Part 103: Switches for rated voltages above 1 kV
up to and including 52 kV
(IEC 62271-103:2011)
Appareillage à haute tension -  Hochspannungs-Schaltgeräte und -
Partie 103: Interrupteurs pour tensions Schaltanlagen -
assignées supérieures à 1 kV et Teil 103: Lastschalter für
inférieures ou égales à 52 kV Bemessungsspannungen über 1 kV bis
(CEI 62271-103:2011) einschließlich 52 kV
(IEC 62271-103:2011)
This European Standard was approved by CENELEC on 2011-07-21. CENELEC members are bound to comply
with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European Standard
the status of a national standard without any alteration.

Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national standards may be obtained on
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Ref. No. EN 62271-103:2011 E
Foreword
The text of document 17A/961/FDIS, future edition 1 of IEC 62271-103, prepared by SC 17A,
High-voltage switchgear and controlgear, of IEC TC 17, Switchgear and controlgear, was submitted to the
IEC-CENELEC parallel vote and was approved by CENELEC as EN 62271-103 on 2011-07-21.
This European Standard supersedes EN 60265-1:1998.
EN 60265-1:1998:
– the rated voltage of 52 kV is now included;
– the document is aligned with EN 62271-1 and EN 62271-100;
– addition of a test procedure for short-circuit making tests;
– introduction of notion of NSDD (non-sustained disruptive discharge) as defined in EN 62271-1 and
restrikes;
– new classes C1 and C2 for capacitive switching;
– new Annex A defining tolerances.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN and CENELEC shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent
rights.
The following dates were fixed:
– latest date by which the EN has to be implemented
at national level by publication of an identical
(dop) 2012-04-21
national standard or by endorsement
– latest date by which the national standards conflicting
(dow) 2014-07-21
with the EN have to be withdrawn
Annexes ZA and ZB have been added by CENELEC.
__________
Endorsement notice
The text of the International Standard IEC 62271-103:2011 was approved by CENELEC as a European
Standard without any modification.
In the official version, for Bibliography, the following notes have to be added for the standards indicated:
IEC 60059 NOTE  Harmonized as EN 60059.
IEC 60071-1:2006 NOTE  Harmonized as EN 60071-1:2006 (not modified).
IEC 62271-105 NOTE  Harmonized as EN 62271-105.
IEC 60507 NOTE  Harmonized as EN 60507.
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Annex ZA
(normative)
Normative references to international publications
with their corresponding European publications

The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document. For dated
references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced
document (including any amendments) applies.

NOTE  When an international publication has been modified by common modifications, indicated by (mod), the relevant EN/HD
applies.
Publication Year Title EN/HD Year

IEC 60050-441 1984 International Electrotechnical Vocabulary - -
(IEV) -
Chapter 441: Switchgear, controlgear and
fuses
IEC 60529 1989 Degrees of protection provided EN 60529 1991
by enclosures (IP Code) + corr. May 1993

IEC 62271-1 2007 High-voltage switchgear and controlgear - EN 62271-1 2008
Part 1: Common specifications
IEC 62271-100 2008 High-voltage switchgear and controlgear - EN 62271-100 2009
Part 100: Alternating current circuit-breakers

IEC 62271-102 2001 High-voltage switchgear and controlgear - EN 62271-102 2002
Part 102: Alternating current disconnectors + corr. July 2008
and earthing switches + corr. March 2005

IEC 62271-110 2009 High-voltage switchgear and controlgear - EN 62271-110 2009
Part 110: Inductive load switching

Annex ZB
(informative)
A-deviations
A-deviation: National deviation due to regulations, the alteration of which is for the time being outside the
competence of the CENELEC member.
This European Standard does not fall under any Directive of the EC.
In the relevant CENELEC countries these A-deviations are valid instead of the provisions of the European
Standard until they have been removed.
Clause Deviation
1.1 Italy
(I.S.P.E.S.L. (*) Rules, 95 revision: VSR.8.B.1; VSR.8.B.2; M.15.D.2 to .4.)
For high-voltage alternating current circuit-breakers containing gas-filled compartments,
the design pressure is limited to a maximum of 0,5 bar (gauge) and the volume is limited
to a maximum of 2 m . Gas filled compartments having a design pressure exceeding
0,5 bar (gauge) or a volume exceeding 2 m shall be designed according to Italian
pressure vessel code for electrical switchgear (DM 1 December 1980 and DM
10 September 1981 published on Gazzetta Ufficiale n° 285 dated 16.10.1981). This
requirement is not applicable for gas filled compartments having a design pressure
exceeding 0,5 bar (gauge) but a volume not exceeding 25 dm .
Italian laws apply to gas pressurized enclosures made of both insulating and metallic
materials with a capacity of 25 liters or above, a design pressure higher than 0,05 kg/cm
and a temperature range: -25 °C/+100 °C (only for insulating materials).
Moreover, the manufacturer of any electrical equipment, which comprehends gas-
pressurized enclosures, must submit the design of the pressurized enclosures itself to a
proper legal Authority indicating the stresses and the loads which have any influence on
the design itself. For each of the stresses the manufacturer must indicate the design
values and the relevant computations.
Only the use of porcelain type A or S (Aluminous or Siliceous) is permitted.
(*) I.S.P.E.S.L.: Istituto Superiore per la Prevenzione e la Sicurezza del Lavoro.

IEC 62271-103 ®
Edition 1.0 2011-06
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
High-voltage switchgear and controlgear –
Part 103: Switches for rated voltages above 1 kV up to and including 52 kV

Appareillage à haute tension –
Partie 103: Interrupteurs pour tensions assignées supérieures à 1 kV et
inférieures ou égales à 52 kV
INTERNATIONAL
ELECTROTECHNICAL
COMMISSION
COMMISSION
ELECTROTECHNIQUE
PRICE CODE
INTERNATIONALE
CODE PRIX XB
ICS 29.130.10 ISBN 978-2-88912-534-0

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 6
1 General . 8
1.1 Scope . 8
1.2 Normative references . 8
2 Normal and special service conditions . 9
3 Terms and definitions . 9
3.1 General terms . 9
3.2 Assemblies of switchgear and controlgear . 9
3.3 Parts of assemblies . 9
3.4 Switching devices . 9
3.5 Parts of switchgear and controlgear . 11
3.6 Operation . 11
3.7 Characteristic quantities . 11
3.8 Index of definitions . 13
4 Ratings . 14
4.1 Rated voltage (U ) . 14
r
4.2 Rated insulation level . 15
4.3 Rated frequency (f ) . 15
r
4.4 Rated normal current and temperature rise . 15
4.5 Rated short-time withstand current (I ) . 15
k
4.6 Rated peak withstand current (I ) . 15
p
4.7 Rated duration of short-circuit (t ) . 15
k
4.8 Rated supply voltage of closing and opening devices and of auxiliary and
control circuits (U ) . 15
a
4.9 Rated supply frequency of closing and opening devices and of auxiliary
circuits . 15
4.10 Rated pressure of compressed gas supply for controlled pressure systems . 15
4.11 Rated filling levels for insulation and/or operation . 15
4.101 Rated mainly active load-breaking current (I ) . 15
load
4.102 Rated closed-loop breaking current (I and I ). 16

loop pptr
4.103 Rated cable-charging breaking current (I ) . 16
cc
4.104 Rated line-charging breaking current (I ) . 16
lc
4.105 Rated single capacitor bank breaking current for special purpose switches
(I ) . 16
sb
4.106 Rated back-to-back capacitor bank breaking current for special purpose
) . 16
switches (I
bb
4.107 Rated back-to-back capacitor bank inrush making current for special
purpose switches (I ) . 16
in
4.108 Rated earth fault breaking current (I ) . 16
ef1
4.109 Rated cable- and line-charging breaking current under earth fault
conditions (I ) . 17
ef2
4.110 Rated motor breaking current for special purpose switches (I ) . 17
mot
4.111 Rated short-circuit making current (I ) . 17
ma
4.112 Rated breaking and making currents for a general purpose switch . 17
4.113 Ratings for limited purpose switches . 18
4.114 Ratings for special purpose switches . 18
4.115 Ratings for switches backed by fuses . 18

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4.116 Type and classes for general purpose, limited purpose and special purpose
switches . 18
5 Design and construction . 19
5.1 Requirements for liquids in switchgear and controlgear . 19
5.2 Requirements for gases in switchgear and controlgear . 19
5.3 Earthing of switchgear and controlgear . 19
5.4 Auxiliary and control equipment . 19
5.5 Dependent power operation . 19
5.6 Stored energy operation . 19
5.7 Independent manual or power operation (independent unlatched operation) . 19
5.8 Operation of releases . 19
5.9 Low- and high-pressure interlocking and monitoring devices . 19
5.10 Nameplates . 19
5.11 Interlocking devices . 21
5.12 Position indication . 21
5.13 Degrees of protection provided by enclosures . 21
5.14 Creepage distances for outdoor insulators . 21
5.15 Gas and vacuum tightness . 21
5.16 Liquid tightness . 21
5.17 Fire hazard (flammability) . 22
5.18 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) . 22
5.19 X-ray emission . 22
5.20 Corrosion . 22
5.101 Making and breaking operations . 22
5.102 Requirements for switch-disconnectors . 22
5.103 Mechanical strength. 22
5.104 Securing the position . 22
5.105 Auxiliary contacts for signalling . 22
5.106 No-load transformer breaking . 23
6 Type tests . 23
6.1 General . 23
6.1.1 Grouping of tests . 23
6.1.2 Information for identification of specimens . 24
6.1.3 Information to be included in the type-test reports . 24
6.1.101Reference no-load test . 24
6.2 Dielectric tests . 24
6.3 Radio interference voltage (r.i.v.) test . 24
6.4 Measurement of the resistance of circuits . 24
6.5 Temperature-rise tests . 24
6.6 Short-time withstand current and peak withstand current tests . 24
6.7 Verification of the protection . 25
6.8 Tightness tests . 25
6.9 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) tests . 25
6.10 Additional tests on auxiliary and control circuits . 25
6.10.1 General . 25
6.10.2 Functional tests . 25
6.10.3 Electrical continuity of earthed metallic parts test . 25
6.10.4 Verification of the operational characteristics of auxiliary contacts . 25
6.10.5 Environmental tests . 25

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6.10.6 Dielectric test . 25
6.11 X-radiation test procedure for vacuum interrupters . 25
6.101 Making and breaking tests . 26
6.101.1 Test duties for general purpose switches . 26
6.101.2 Test duties for limited purpose switches . 28
6.101.3 Test duties for special purpose switches . 28
6.101.4 Arrangement of the switch for tests . 30
6.101.5 Earthing of test circuit and switch . 30
6.101.6 Test parameters . 31
6.101.7 Test circuits . 33
6.101.8 Behaviour of switch during breaking tests . 46
6.101.9 Condition of switch after breaking tests and short-circuit making
tests . 47
6.101.10 Type-test reports . 48
6.102 Mechanical and environmental tests . 49
6.102.1 Miscellaneous provisions for mechanical and environmental tests . 49
6.102.2 Mechanical operation test at ambient air temperature . 51
6.102.3 Low and high temperature tests . 52
6.102.4 Humidity test on auxiliary and control circuits . 52
6.102.5 Operation under severe ice conditions . 58
6.102.6 Tests to verify the proper functioning of the position indicating
device . 58
7 Routine tests . 59
7.101 Mechanical operating tests . 59
8 Guide to the selection of switchgear and controlgear . 60
8.101 General . 60
8.102 Conditions affecting application . 60
8.103 Insulation coordination . 60
8.104 Selection of class of switch . 60
8.104.1 General purpose switch . 60
8.104.2 Limited purpose switch . 61
8.104.3 Special purpose switch . 61
8.105 Tests for special applications . 61
9 Information to be given with inquiries, tenders and orders . 61
9.1 Information to be given with inquiries and orders . 61
9.2 Information to be given with tenders . 62
10 Transport, storage, installation, operation and maintenance . 63
11 Safety . 63
12 Influence of the product on the environment . 63
Annex A (normative) Tolerances on test quantities for type tests . 64
Bibliography . 66

Figure 1 – Three-phase test circuit for mainly active load current switching for test
duty TD . 34
load
Figure 2 – Single-phase test circuit for mainly active load current switching for test
duty TD . 35
load
Figure 3 – Three-phase test circuit for distribution line closed-loop and parallel
transformer current switching test for test duties TD and TD . 37
loop pptr
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Figure 4 – Single-phase test circuit for distribution line closed-loop and parallel
transformer current switching test, for test duties TD and TD . 37
loop pptr
Figure 5 – General test circuit for three- and single-phase capacitive switching tests . 42
Figure 6 – Prospective TRV parameter limits for capacitor bank current breaking tests . 44
Figure 7 – Three-phase test circuit for earth fault breaking current tests, for test duty
TD . 45
ef1
Figure 8 – Three-phase test circuit for cable-charging breaking current tests under
earth fault conditions, for test duty TD . 45
ef2
Figure 9 – Three-phase test circuit for short-circuit making current test for test duty
TD . 46
ma
Figure 10 – Single-phase test circuit for short-circuit making current test for test duty
TD . 46
ma
Figure 11 – Test sequences for low and high temperature tests . 53
Figure 12 – Humidity test . 57

Table 1 – Preferred values of rated line- and cable-charging breaking currents for
general purpose switch . 17
Table 2 – Product information . 20
Table 3 – Test duties for general purpose switches – Test duties for three-phase tests
on three-pole operated, switches . 26
Table 4 – Test duties for general purpose switches – Single phase tests on three-pole
switches operated pole-after-pole and single-pole switches applied on three-phase
systems . 27
Table 5 – Test duties for special purpose switches – Three-phase tests on three-pole
operated, switches . 29
Table 6 – Test duties for special purpose switches – Single phase tests on three-pole
switches operated pole-after-pole and single-pole switches applied on three-phase
systems . 29
a
Table 7 – Supply circuit TRV parameters for mainly active load current breaking tests . 36
Table 8 – TRV parameters for distribution line closed loop breaking tests . 38
Table 9 – TRV parameters for parallel power transformer current breaking tests . 39
Table 10 – Prospective recovery voltage parameter limits for capacitor bank current
breaking tests . 43
Table A.1 – Tolerances on test quantities for type tests . 64

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HIGH-VOLTAGE SWITCHGEAR AND CONTROLGEAR –

Part 103: Switches for rated voltages above 1 kV
up to and including 52 kV
FOREWORD
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patent rights. IEC shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
International Standard IEC 62271-103 has been prepared by subcommittee 17A: High-voltage
switchgear and controlgear, of IEC technical committee 17: Switchgear and controlgear.
This standard cancels and replaces the third edition of IEC 60265-1, published in 1998. It
constitutes a technical revision.
This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to
IEC 60265-1:1998:
– the rated voltage of 52 kV is now included;
– the document is aligned with IEC 62271-1 and IEC 62271-100;
– addition of a test procedure for short-circuit making tests;
– introduction of notion of NSDD (non-sustained disruptive discharge) as defined in
IEC 62271-1 and restrikes;
– new classes C1 and C2 for capacitive switching;

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– new Annex A defining tolerances.
The text of this standard is based on the following documents:
FDIS Report on voting
17A/961/FDIS 17A/966/RVD
Full information on the voting for the approval of this standard can be found in the report on
voting indicated in the above table.
This publication has been drafted in accordance with the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2.
This standard is to be read in conjunction with IEC 62271-1:2007, to which it refers and which
is applicable unless otherwise specified in this standard. In order to simplify the indication of
corresponding requirements, the same numbering of clauses and subclauses is used as in
IEC 62271-1. Amendments to these clauses and subclauses are given under the same
references whilst additional subclauses are numbered from 101.
The list of all parts of the IEC 62271 series under the general title, High-voltage switchgear
and controlgear, can be found on the IEC website.
The committee has decided that the contents of this publication will remain unchanged until
the stability date indicated on the IEC web site under "http://webstore.iec.ch" in the data
related to the specific publication. At this date, the publication will be
• reconfirmed,
• withdrawn,
• replaced by a revised edition, or
• amended.
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Part 103: Switches for rated voltages above 1 kV
up to and including 52 kV
1 General
1.1 Scope
This part of IEC 62271 is applicable to three-phase, alternating current switches and switch-
disconnectors for their switching function, having making and breaking current ratings, for
indoor and outdoor installations, for rated voltages above 1 kV up to and including 52 kV and
for rated frequencies from 16 /3 Hz up to and including 60 Hz. This standard is also applicable
to single-pole switches used on three phase systems.
This standard is also applicable to the operating devices of these switches and to their
auxiliary equipment.
Switch-disconnectors are also covered by IEC 62271-102 for their disconnecting function.
Devices that require a dependent manual operation are not covered by this standard.
General principles and provisions of this standard may also be applicable to single pole
switches intended for application in single-phase systems. The requirements for dielectric
tests and making and breaking tests should be in accordance with the requirements of the
specific application.
This standard establishes requirements for general, limited and special purpose switches
used in distribution systems.
It is assumed that opening and closing operations are performed according to the
manufacturer's instructions. A making operation may immediately follow a breaking operation
but a breaking operation should not immediately follow a making operation since the current
to be broken may then exceed the rated breaking current of the switch.
NOTE 1 Except where special clarification is required, the term “switch” is used to refer to all kinds of switches
and switch-disconnectors within the scope of this standard.
NOTE 2 Earthing switches are not covered by this standard. Earthing switches forming an integral part of a switch
are covered by IEC 62271-102.
NOTE 3 This standard is not applicable to switching devices attached as an accessory to a high-voltage fuse
assembly or its mounting and operated by opening and closing the fuse assembly.
1.2 Normative references
The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document.
For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition
of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
IEC 60050-441:1984, International Electrotechnical Vocabulary (IEV) – Chapter 441:
Switchgear, controlgear and fuses
IEC 60529:1989, Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code)
IEC 62271-1:2007, High-voltage switchgear and controlgear – Part 1: Common specifications

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IEC 62271-100:2008, High-voltage switchgear and controlgear – Part 100: Alternating-current
circuit-breakers
IEC 62271-102:2001, High-voltage switchgear and controlgear – Part 102: Alternating current
disconnectors and earthing switches
IEC 62271-110:2009, High-voltage switchgear and controlgear – Part 110: Inductive load
switching
2 Normal and special service conditions
Clause 2 of IEC 62271-1 is applicable.
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in IEC 60050-441 and
IEC 62271-1, as well as the following apply.
NOTE 1 Some terms and definitions are recalled hereunder for easier use or for the necessity of some precision
or adaptation for the interpretation of this standard.
NOTE 2 The terms and definitions given below are classified in accordance with IEC 60050-441. The additional
terms and definitions are classified so as to be aligned with the classification used in IEC 60050-441.
3.1 General terms
Subclause 3.1 of IEC 62271-1 is applicable with the following additions.
3.1.101
effectively earthed neutral system
system earthed through a sufficiently low impedance such that for all system conditions the
ratio of the zero-sequence reactance to the positive-sequence reactance (X /X ) is positive
0 1
and less than 3, and the ratio of the zero-sequence resistance to the positive-sequence
reactance (R /X ) is positive and less than 1. Normally such systems are solidly earthed
0 1
(neutral) systems or low impedance earthed (neutral) systems
NOTE For the correct assessment of the earthing conditions not only the physical earthing conditions around the
relevant location but the total system is to be considered.
3.1.102
non-effectively earthed neutral system
system other than effectively earthed neutral system, not meeting the conditions given in
3.1.101. Normally such systems are isolated neutral systems, high impedance earthed
(neutral) systems or resonant earthed (neutral) systems
NOTE For the correct assessment of the earthing conditions not only the physical earthing conditions around the
relevant location but the total system is to be considered.
3.2 Assemblies of switchgear and controlgear
Subclause 3.2 of IEC 62271-1 applies.
3.3 Parts of assemblies
Subclause 3.3 of IEC 62271-1 applies.
3.4 Switching devices
Subclause 3.4 of IEC 62271-1 applies with the following addition.

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3.4.101
switch
switching device capable of making, carrying and breaking currents under normal circuit
conditions, which may include specified operating overload conditions and also carrying for a
specified time currents under specified abnormal circuit conditions, such as those of a short-
circuit
[IEC 60050-441:1984, 441-14-10, modified]
3.4.102
switch-disconnector
switch which, in the open position, satisfies the isolating requirements specified for a
disconnector
[IEC 60050-441:1984, 441-14-12]
3.4.103
general purpose switch
switch capable of performing, with currents up to its rated breaking currents, all making and
breaking operations which may normally occur in distribution systems. The switch is also
capable of carrying and making short-circuit currents
3.4.103.1
class E1 general purpose switch
general purpose switch capable of performing a basic electrical endurance of load breaking
currents and short-circuit makings
NOTE This class is typically adequate for applications where infrequent switching operations are performed or
where appropriate inspection and replacement of switching parts is permissible.
3.4.103.2
class E2 general purpose switch
general purpose switch capable of performing a medium electrical endurance of lo ad breaking
currents and short-circuit makings
NOTE This class is typically adequate for applications where infrequent switching operations are performed but
where inspection and replacement of switching parts is not permissible or possible.
3.4.103.3
class E3 general purpose switch
general purpose switch capable of performing a high electrical endurance of load breaking
currents and short-circuit makings
NOTE This class is typically adequate for applications where frequent switching operations are performed and
inspection and replacement of switching parts is not permissible or possible.
3.4.103.4
class M1 switch
switch suitable for applications requiring a mechanical endurance of 1 000 operations
3.4.103.5
class M2 switch
switch suitable for special service applications and for frequent operation having an extended
mechanical endurance of 5 000 operations
3.4.103.6
class C1 switch
switch with capability of capacitive current breaking as demonstrated by specific type tests
(test duties I , I , I and I )
cc lc sb bb
3.4.103.7
class C2 switch
switch with very low probability of restrike during capacitive current breaking as demonstrated
by specific type tests (test duties I , I , I and I )
cc lc sb bb
62271-103  IEC:2011 – 11 –
3.4.104
limited purpose switch
switch which has a rated normal current, a rated short-time withstand current, and one or
more but not all switching capabilities of a general purpose switch
3.4.105
special purpose switch
general purpose switch or limited purpose switch suitable for one or more of the following
applications:
– switching single capacitor banks;
– switching back-to-back capacitor banks;
– switching of closed-loop circuits consisting of large power transformers in parallel;
– switching of motors under steady-state and stalled conditions
3.4.105.1
single capacitor bank switch
special purpose switch intended for switching of a single capacitor bank with charging
currents up to its rated single capacitor bank breaking current
3.4.105.2
back-to-back capacitor bank switch
special purpose switch intended for breaking capacitor bank charging currents with one or
more capacitor banks connected to the supply side of the switch up to its rated back-to-back
capacitor bank breaking current. The switch is capable of making the associated inrush
current up to its rated capacitor bank inrush making current
3.4.105.3
motor switch
special purpose switch intended for switching of motors under steady-state and stalled
conditions
3.4.105.4
parallel power transformer closed-loop switch
special purpose switch intended for switching a closed-loop circuit consisting of large power
transformers in parallel
NO
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