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ENGINEERING BRILLIANT SOLUTIONS

SABRE Vacuum Circuit Breaker Ring Main Unit up to 15.5kV

with automation and remote control options

A division of W Lucy & Co Ltd

Contents
1 SABRE - at the cutting edge of Ring Main Unit technology 2 SABRE range - total flexibility in the design 4 SABRE - for maximum protection and operator safety 5 SABRE - for compact package substations 6 SABRE with automation - a safe investment 7 SABRE and GEMINI - the powerful combination 8 SABRE diagrams 9 SABRE electrical performance

SABRE - at the cutting edge of Ring Main Unit technology

Key Features
12kV A ND 1 5 . 5 K V

IN D OOR AND O UT DO O R

IS OL ATIO N I N C L E AN S F 6 GAS

COM M O N S W I T C HI NG C HAM B E R

VA CU U M T E E O F F C I R C UI T B R E AK E R

F U L L RAT I NGS W I T H Z E R O GAS P R E S S UR E

The SABRE range of Ring Main Units combines the most advanced

EN H A N C E D DUT Y, I N E X C E S S O F I E C

Vacuum and SF6 technologies to

IN TERL O C K E D F O R S AF E O P E R AT I O N

meet the requirements of UK Regional Electricity Companies,

IN TERN AL AR C P R O T E C T I O N

overseas utilities and industrial

PA D L OC K I NG FAC I L I T I E S

organisations. Compact, flexible, easy to operate and install, SABRE

F U L LY EXT E NS I B L E

also ensures reliability and

TEE OF F P R O T E C T I O N O P T I O N: T L F A U X IL IAR Y O R S E L F - P O W E R E D R E L AY S ID E A N D R E AR C AB L E AC C E S S F O R M A X IM U M O P E R AT O R P R O T E C T I O N

operator safety. The SABRE range has been designed to be fully weatherproof for outdoor use, to have a long service life and to require
R E MOT E OP E R AT ION A N D T R IP P IN G OF C IR C U IT B R E A KE R R E MOT E P OSIT ION IN D IC AT ION

SABRE Options
R E MOT E OP E R AT ION OF R IN G SWIT C H ( MOT OR A C T U AT OR S)

ROBU S T S HE E T S T E E L HO US I NG

minimum maintenance in the most extreme conditions.

IN T E RT R IP P IN G

N E ON IN D IC AT ION

C A ST E LL IN T E R LOC KS

IN T E R LOC KE D T OFF C A B LE T E ST FA C ILIT Y T OP E N T RY C A B LE B OXE S ( IN D OOR ON LY) 1

SABRE range - total flexibility in the design

The SABRE ring main unit is suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications. It can be used as a free standing unit or for transformer mounting to E.A.T.S. 35-1. The unit is fully extensible and highly flexible; suitable for use in a wide range of applications including distribution switchboards, transformer substations, ring distribution networks and for HV connections to industrial and commercial sites. A wide selection of product derivatives including extensible ring switches, circuit breakers and air insulated metering units can be directly coupled to form multiple panel switchboards without the need for additional cabling or access to gas insulated chambers.
SABRE VRN Free standing

SABRE SSE Extensible Ring Switch

System Specification
Sabre Type VRN VRE VCE VCN SSE SSN DSE
2

Description Vacuum Ring Main Unit - Non Extensible Vacuum Ring Main Unit - Extensible Vacuum Circuit Breaker - Extensible Vacuum Circuit Breaker - Non Extensible Single Switch - Extensible Single Switch - Non Extensible Double Switch - Extensible

SABRE VRN TM Transformer Mounted

SABRE VRE Extensible

SABRE VRE Motorised for Automation and Remote Control SABRE VCE Extensible Circuit Breaker

SABRE - for maximum protection and operator safety

Safety
SABRE has been designed to ensure maximum operator safety.
LIVE PA RT S A R E C ON TA IN E D WIT H IN A N E A RT H E D STA IN LE SS ST E E L E N C LOSU R E A SIN G LE LIN E D IA G R A M ON T H E FR ON T OF T H E U N IT IN C OR P OR A T E S ME C H A N IC A L P OSIT ION IN D IC A T OR S

P OSIT IVE SA FE T Y IN T E R LOC KS ON A LL SWIT C H P OSIT ION S P R E VE N T IN C OR R E C T OP E R A T ION

Application Guide TLF protection is generally utilised on smaller distribution

transformers where the normal full load current is low and discrimination with the LV circuit can be achieved by fuse co-ordination.

PA D LOC KIN G FA C ILIT IE S FOR A LL SWIT C H A N D SE LE C T OR P OSIT ION S IN T E R N A L A R C T E ST S A R E C A R R IE D OU T IN A C C OR D A NCE WIT H IE C 6 0 2 9 8 A N D E AT S 4 1 - 2 6 FOR 1 SE C ON D

Protection
All options provide transformer overcurrent protection for phase to phase faults. Earth fault protection covering phase to earth faults is also available as required.
T LF ( T IME LIMIT FU SE S) : SIMP LE D IR E C T A C T IN G SYST EM WIT H A FIXE D T IME /C U R R E N T C H A R A C T E R IST IC SE LF P OWE R E D R E LA YS: D IR E C T A C T IN G SYST E M WIT H A D JU ST A B LE T IME /C U R R E N T C H A R A C T E R IST IC S AUXILIARY POWERED RELAYS: SEPARATELY SUPPLIED CONTROL SYSTEM WITH ADJUSTABLE TIME/CURRENT CHARACTERISTICS

Relay protection provides a range of time/current

operational settings that can be adjusted to suit the transformer circuit. The protection is more precisely set than with TLF. Therefore discrimination with the LV protection system is more readily achievable.

Self-powered relays are particularly useful for outdoor

substation equipment where no auxiliary power is available. A remote trip facility can be provided.

Auxiliary powered relays provide operational security as

they function independently from the circuit they are monitoring. Remote trip and fault trip/alarm facilities can be provided.

System Voltage 11kV

Transformer rating KVA Current Protection A TLF Relay 315 16 500 26 800 42 1000 52 1250 65 1500 78 1600 84 2000 105

System Voltage 13.8kV

Transformer rating KVA Current Protection A TLF Relay 500 21 800 33 1000 42 1250 52 1500 62 1600 67 2000 84 2500 105

SABRE - for compact package substations

For single Ring Main Units or complete package substations with fully integrated communication systems, Lucy Switchgear offers you the ultimate solution for maximum customer benefits:
S IN G L E POIN T OF C O NT R AC T HANDL I NG

LUCY Switchgear is a single source supplier providing high quality package substations and fully integrated automation systems tailored to your specifications. Our SF6 insulated ring main units, circuit breakers or single switches can all be supplied for direct transformer mounting. In combination with the LUCY Switchgear's extensive range

BETTER F OL L OW -U P AND I M P R O V E D C O - O R DI NAT I O N BE T WE E N S U PPL IER A N D CU S T O M E R

of distribution feeder pillars, we can offer complete indoor or outdoor package substations incorporating oil or dry type transformers, delivered fully assembled and direct to site.
E XT E N SIB LE A N D N ON E XT E N SIB LE SA B R E U P T O 1 5.5KV

IMPROV ED S U PPL Y C HAI N M ANAGE M E NT

M IN IM U M TIM E F O R I NS T AL L AT I O N AND C O M M I S S I O N IN G IN D OOR A N D OU T D OOR TR A N SFOR ME R S U P T O 2 5 00 KVA RED U CED PU RCH A S I NG AND L O GI S T I C S C O S T S LOW VOLT A G E FE E D E R P ILLA R S U P T O 2 4 0 0 A

A U T OMAT ION A N D R E MOT E C ON T R OL SOLU T ION S

SABRE with automation - a safe investment

With today's increased focus on operational efficiencies and capital budget constraints, the level of interest in automation technology has significantly grown. Lucy Switchgear can provide you with effective integrated switchgear automation solutions yielding maximum benefits in terms of enhanced network management. Our new generation SABRE responds to the changing customer demand for modern, fully automated and remote controlled switchgear. Our SABRE comes pre-wired for automation as standard. Both ring switches are supplied ready for motorised actuators with OPEN & CLOSE status indications. This allows you to retrofit and upgrade SABRE installed ring main units at a later date to meet your evolving operational needs.

Options
REMOTE OPERATION OF RING SWITH (PLUGIN TY PE M OTOR AC T UAT O R S )

REM OTE OPERATI O N AND T R I P P I NG O F C I R C UI T B R E AKE R

REM OTE S TATU S I NDI C AT I O N

L U CY S W ITCH G EAR GE M I NI - RT U ( O R T HI R D P AR T Y RTU S)

Retrofit actuator solutions

F A U L T PA S S A G E I NDI C AT O R S

To address customers' requirements for remote monitoring and control, Lucy Switchgear has developed a reliable retrofit kit for the ring switches and circuit

IN TERTRIPPIN G

N EON PH A S E IN D I C AT I O N

breaker of ring main equipment. The microprocessor driven rotary actuator is designed

Automated SABRE benefits:

EX TEN S ION OF S A B R E P R O DUC T L I F E C Y C L E

for non-intrusive installation. Single or double actuators can be easily and rapidly fitted to the ring switches on site while the unit is in service, (no access is required to the internal workings of the RMU), thereby maintaining

IM PROV ED QU A L I T Y AND R E L I AB I L I T Y

the integrity of electricity supply.

EN H A N CED S Y S TE M P E R F O R M ANC E

RED U CED OPERAT I NG C O S T

SABRE and GEMINI - the powerful combination

GEMINI-RTU
For full automation and remote control functionality, SABRE can be equipped with our GEMINI-RTU controller. The GEMINIRTU is fully expandable to meet future network requirements and compatible with existing systems. The control logic of the GEMINI-RTU can control up to a maximum of three switches via three sets of open/close push buttons and indications. Automation sequences can also be embedded within the GEMINI-RTU to perform user defined automation functions such as Auto-Changeover or Auto-Open. The schemes can be initiated by loss of HV or LV voltage, fault current detection or by combination of both. The status, following the initiation of an automation sequence, then being reported to the Control Centre for diagnostics and analytical purposes.
FAULT PASSAGE PROCESSING EMBEDDED AUTOMATION SEQUENCING, IF REQUIRED ( I.E . A U T O- C H A N G E OVE R, A U T O- OP E N ) 24V BATTERY FOR CONTINUED OPERATION U N D E R P OWE R FA ILU R E C ON D IT ION S ISOLA T E D D IG IT A L IN P U T S 3 PHASE MONITORING OF VOLTAGES AND C U R R E N T S U SIN G A N A LOG U E IN P U T S LOC A L OR R E MOT E OP E R A T ION FLE XIB LE C OMMU N IC A T ION S IN T E R FA C E RADIO, RS232, PAKNET, GSM, PSTN, PILOT OR LE A SE D WIR E S A N D FIB R E OP T IC D N P 3 P R OT OC OL A S ST A N D A R D OT H E R S ON R E QU E ST: IE C 8 7 0 - 5 - 1 0 1 , WISP +

D IG IT A L C ON T R OL OU T P U T S

B A T T E R Y C ON D IT ION MON IT OR IN G G E MIN I- RT U SU P P LIE D ON A FLOOR MOU N T E D ST A N D OR WA LL MOU N T E D A S A N A LT E R N A T IVE

GEMINI-SCADA
Based on our GEMINI range of automation products, we can offer either a cost effective stand alone secondary control system or integrate with most existing SCADA systems for remote reconfiguration and real-time data analysis. Lucy Switchgear's bespoke systems, which are based on open software architecture and modular type GEMINI-RTU, can easily be upgraded and expanded as the customer adds secondary automated points to their Network Management System (NMS).
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SABRE Diagrams
VRE typical arrangement

936 558

1111

2078

1114

495

Front view

Left hand side view

VRN Non Extensible

VRE Extensible

VCN Non Extensible

VCE Extensible

SSE Extensible

DSE Extensible

SABRE electrical performance

SABRE Transformer Feeder RMU Rated Voltage (kV) Impulse Withstand Voltage (kV Peak) 75 kV (95kV) Rated Current Ring Switches Circuit Breaker Short Circuit Peak Making Current Ring Switches Circuit Breaker Short Circuit Breaking Current Circuit Breaker 3 Second Short Time Current Ring Switches Tee to Circuit Breaker Earth Switch Peak Making Current Ring Switches Tee to Circuit Breaker Internal Arc Rating Freestanding Transformer Mounted Gas Pressure Filling Pressure at 20 C Minimum Operating Pressure IP Rating IP33 (IP54) Dimensions Height (on standard support legs) Width (with cable boxes) Depth (with cable box) Weight (approx) Protection Time Limit Fuse Auxiliary Powered Relay Self Powered Relay Testing Standards BS EN 60265-1 IEC 60056 BS EN 60129 BS EN 60694 BS EN 60298
(Ratings in brackets are optional)

SABRE Sectionaliser RMU 12kV (15.5kV)

12kV (15.5kV)

75 kV (95kV)

630 A 200A

630 A 400 A

50 kA 50 kA

50 kA 50 kA

20 kA RMS

20 kA RMS

20 kA 20 kA

20 kA 20 kA

50 kA 3.15 kA

50 kA 50 kA

20 kA 1 sec 20 kA 1 sec

20 kA 1 sec -

0.4 Bar G 0.05 Bar G

0.4 Bar G 0.05 Bar G

IP33D (IP54)

1658 mm 936 mm 1111 mm 410 Kg

1658 mm 936 mm 1111 mm 410 Kg

BS EN 60265-1 IEC 60056 BS EN 60129 BS EN 60694 BS EN 60298

utilities uk
Our major customers include:
AQUILA NETWORKS 24 SEVEN EAST MIDLANDS ELECTRICITY NORTHERN ELECTRIC NORTHERN IRELAND ELECTRICITY SCOTTISH POWER SEEBOARD SCOTTICH & SOUTHERN ENERGY WPD

industry uk
CEGELEC KVAERNER MINISTRY OF DEFENCE FORD MOTOR COMPANY S E V E R N T R E N T W AT E R A N G L I A N W AT E R

A global network
In association with industrial partners and contractors, Lucy Switchgear has established a global network operating in over 50 countries. Currently its 50 agents, joint venture associates and trading partners represent Lucy Switchgear products all

export worldwide
Delivering Lucy Switchgear products worldwide:
CLP HONG KONG ADWEA ABU DHABI MEW KUWAIT MEW BAHRAIN DEWA DUBAI JEPC JORDAN ENERGEX AUSTRALIA NEPA NIGERIA UEB UGANDA ECG GHANA K P L C K E N YA CODENSA COLOMBIA

over the world from Europe, the Middle East, the Far East, Africa, Australasia, Central America, the Caribbean to South America thus strengthening the Lucy presence globally. With headquarters in Oxford, UK, and a main regional office in Dubai, servicing the Middle East, the Lucy group is constantly looking to develop further partnerships.

Walton Well Road Oxford OX2 6EE United Kingdom telephone +44 (0)1865 311411 fax +44 (0)1865 310504 email switchgear.sales@wlucy.co.uk internet http://www.lucyswitchgear.com
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