DB 710-204 October 2007 Supercedes May 1986

Vertical Break Air Disconnect Switches

15 kV to 230 kV 600 to 3000 Amperes

RF-2 Disconnect Switches

Ruggedly constructed for applications demanding positive all-weather operation, this high quality switch has been subjected to exhaustive tests in the field and in the Development Laboratory. It has met or surpassed all duty requirements within its prescribed ratings and has over 50 years of field experience. Silver-surfaced U-shaped stationary contacts actually increase pressure on the switch blade during momentary current flow, helping to lock the blade in place. Constant pressure is maintained by insulated stainless steel backup springs. A replaceable arc horn diverts current away from the primary contacts during opening and closing, eliminating contact pitting and erosion of the primary contacts. The RF-2 disconnecting switch is available in voltage ratings from 15 kV through 230 kV, for currents from 600 through 3000 amperes. The horn-gap-type is capable of interrupting magnetizing currents and relatively low charging currents. The RF-2s superior design and application features are detailed on the following pages.

Joslyn RF-2 switches run cooler than other switch designs, offering a longer life from less oxidation and corrosion. RF-2 switches have been tested in accordance with ANSI standard C37.70-1962 which allows a temperature rise of 30oC above a 40oC ambient while carrying rated current. These switches have not been redesigned nor nominally rerated in light of subsequent C37 series standards which allow greater temperature rise.

The RF-2 is a rotating-insulation, vertical break air switch. During opening and closing, the switch blade rotates into (or out of) the contacts, helping provide a highly efficient ice-breaking action and contact surface wiping. Designed for group operation, the RF-2s interphase connections are easy to install and adjust.

The RF-2 is ideally suited for demanding industrial applications

Underhung Application

34.5 kV 3000 Amps RF-2 with MVI

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Design Features
2. Counter-balance Assembly 4. Copper Switch Blade 7. Arc Horn

3. Blade Arm & Rotating Mechanism

5. Heavy Duty U-Shaped Silver Plated Contacts

1. Operating Connections

6. Heavy Gauge Galvanized Switch Frame

Modern power systems demand highly dependable equipment. The RF-2 switch is designed and built specifically to provide longer service and more reliable operation wherever you need a high-voltage air-break switch. RF-2 switches use all copper and bronze parts and hardware for superior corrosion protection in harsh environments. Switches rated through 161 kV can be mounted vertically or underhung as well as upright. With more than 50 years experience in the design and construction of outdoor switches, Joslyn Hi-Voltage offers you a product which includes these outstanding features: 1. Operating mechanism connections can be located at various positions. One pole of the three-pole switch has adjustable crank permitting mechanism bearings to be arranged in virtually any required position. 2. Counter-balance assembly affixed to blade is standard for switches from 69 kV to 230 kV or for switches with 3000 Amp continuous rating. It provides a uniform opening and closing stroke and reduces stress on switch mechanism parts. 3. Blade arm and rotating mechanism have low friction bearings throughout. Maximum force is delivered to blade by locating rotator insulator stops at blade hinge. 4. Switch blade is one piece of copper. Contact surfaces are silver plated to increase conductivity to prevent hot joints typical with braided connections. 5. Heavy-duty U-shaped contacts are silver-surfaced and backed with insulated stainless-steel springs to provide constant pressure. 6. Switch frame is constructed of heavy-gauge galvanized steel for rigidity. 7. Current flow is diverted through the arc horns during operation, to prevent wear on stationary contacts.

RF-2s advanced design features give you highly dependable, year-round switching.

RF-2 Rated 115 kV, 1200 Amperes

Operation

Rotating blade action firmly engages contacts

1. Switch in fully open position. Rotation of rear insulator stack causes blade to move in downward arc toward closed position. 2. As blade moves downward, it makes contact first with arcing horn, eliminating any pitting on the main stationary contact surfaces. Any current flow is diverted through the arc horns, away from stationary contacts.

3. Blade does not engage stationary contacts until it is well into contact zone. Switch mechanisms high mechanical advantage provides slashing action to help clear contacts of any ice formation. 4. Rotating 45 degrees, blade wipes into place. Current flows up around U-shaped contacts, puts squeezing pressure on blade and effectively locks it in place under high momentary currents.

OPEN POSITION

CLOSED POSITION
Silver Plated U Shaped Stationary Contacts

Arc Horn

EXHAUSTIVE TESTS IN DEVELOPMENT LABORATORY AND COLD ROOM PROVE RF-2S SERVICE LIFE
HEAT RUN During heat run, RF-2s temperature rose less than 30oC above ambient at each thermocouple location. This lower temperature rise results in much longer life of Joslyns switches due to lower stress on the copper parts and less corrosion.

SHORT CIRCUIT TESTS At development Laboratory, all RF-2s demonstrated ability to meet NEMA short circuit requirements.

IMPUSE AND OPEN BREAK TESTS 161 kV, 1600 amp switch more than met NEMA standard requiring open-break withstand test voltage 10% in excess of 750 kV. Radio noise and corona tests revealed no visible corona in complete darkness. LIFE TEST 161 kV, 1600 amp switch undergoes life test. No excessive wear was visible after 10,000 operations.

ICE TEST Blades of 161 kV switches are frozen closed before start of first ice test. Even under extreme icing conditions, subsequent operation proved ability of switch to clear contacts.

The cold room tests were conducted on switches preset in both the open and closed positions. Water at 34oF was sprayed on the pole units and operating mechanisms while room temperature was maintained at 25oF for 12 hours. After an additional three hours setting time, the RF-2s were operated and proved capable of breaking and clearing ice from the contact structures.

FB-4 Grounding Switch

RF-2s are available with the FB-4 grounding switch. The FB-4 can have a parallel or perpendicular operation and can be mounted on hinge side or contact end. FB-4s can also be supplied for free standing installation, not associated with an isolating switch.

Ratings
Rated Max Voltage (kV RMS) RATED WITHSTAND VOLTAGE Impulse 60 Hz kV RMS 60 Hz kV RMS 1.2 x 5 Wet 10 seconds Dry One Minute Wave kV Crest CURRENT RATINGS IN AMPERES Continuous Current at 60 Hz (1) Momentary (2) 4 seconds INSULATOR NEMA Technical Reference POST Pin and Cap SWITCH BOLT CIRCLE

15.5

110

45

50

600 1200 2000 3000 600 1200 2000 3000 600 1200 2000 3000 600 1200 2000 3000 600 1200 1600 2000 600 1200 1600 2000 600 1200 1600 2000 600 1200 1600 2000

40,000 61,000 100,000 120,000 40,000 61,000 100,000 120,000 40,000 61,000 100,000 120,000 40,000 61,000 100,000 120,000 40,000 61,000 70,000 100,000 40,000 61,000 70,000 100,000 40,000 61,000 70,000 100,000 40,000 61,000 70,000 100,000 61,000 70,000 100,000 61,000 70,000 100,000

25,000 38,125 62,500 75,000 25,000 38,125 62,500 75,000 25,000 38,125 62,500 75,000 25,000 38,125 62,500 75,000 25,000 38,125 43,750 62,500 25,000 38,125 43,750 62,500 25,000 38,125 43,750 62,500 25,000 38,125 43,750 62,500 38,125 43,750 62,500 38,125 43,750 62,500

TR 205 TR 205 TR 225 TR 225 TR 208 TR 208 TR 227 TR 227 TR 210 TR210 TR 231 TR 231 TR 214 TR 214 TR 267 TR 267 TR 216 TR 216 TR 278 TR 278 TR 286 TR 286 TR 286 TR 286 TR 288 TR 288 TR 288 TR 288

TR 4 TR 4 TR 44 TR 44

25.8

150

60

70

38.0

200

80

95

TR 10 TR 10 TR 49 TR 49 TR 13 TR 13 TR 53 TR 53 TR 16 TR 16 TR 56 TR 56 TR 19 TR 19 TR 19 TR 19 TR 22 TR 22 TR 22 TR 22

TR 7 TR 7 TR 46 TR 46

3 inch 3 inch 5 inch 5 inch 3 inch 3 inch 5 inch 5 inch 3 inch 3 inch 5 inch 5 inch 3 inch 3 inch 5 inch 5 inch 3 inch 3 inch 5 inch 5 inch 5 inch 5 inch 5 inch 5 inch 5 inch 5 inch 5 inch 5 inch 5 inch 5 inch 5 inch 5 inch 5 inch 5 inch 5 inch 5 inch 5 inch 5 inch

48.3

250

100

120

72.5

350

145

175

121.0

550

230

280

145.0

650

275

335

169.0 242.0 242.0

750 900 1050

315 385 455

385 465 545

1200 1600 2000 1200 1600 2000

TR 291* TR 291* TR 291* TR 291* TR 304* TR 304* TR 304* TR 312* TR 312* TR 312*

TR 25* TR 25* TR 25* TR 25* TR 27* TR 27* TR 27* TR 28* TR 28* TR 28*

1. The momentary current rating is the maximum rms total current which the switch shall be required to carry for at least one cycle. The current shall be the rms value, including the d-c component, during the maximum cycle as determined from the envelope of the current wave, and the test period shall be at least ten cycles. 2. The four-second rating is the total rms current, including the d-c component if present, which the switch shall be taken as the integrated heating equivalent of the four-second rating; the maximum test period shall not exceed eight seconds.
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*These insulators are for horizontal upright installation only. Contact Joslyn for additional information

JMO - Joslyn Motor Operator

The optional Joslyn JMO Joslyn Motor Operator is a rugged long life, maintenance-free operator for use with the RF-2 switch. It is available with 10,000 or 20,000 inch pound torque output developed at minimum operating voltages. It insures reliable switch operation under the most adverse conditions. Operating speeds vary from three to eight seconds. The decoupler has provision for padlocking the switch open or closed and mechanical stops for manual switch operation when it is disengaged from the JMO. For this situation, a swing handle is provided for direct operation and for ice chopping.

A worm gear housed in a rugged aluminum casting converts the output of a 1/2 horsepower series wound motor and provides inherent safety. Dynamic braking eliminated the need for mechanical braking. The gears utilize a solid lubricant for corrosion resistant long life and low temperature operation. The JMO is packaged in an aluminum enclosure with space and access for easy installation wiring. A thermostatically controlled heater is provided. An all aluminum hand crank connects directly to the gear drive and is interlocked, blocking the electrical control circuits as the handle is engaged. The JMO has a decoupler system to disconnect the air switch operating shaft from the operator.

TORQUE AND SPEED RATINGS (AT MINIMUM OPERATING VOLTAGE) 10,000 IN-LB, 3-4 seconds @ 180o Rotation 20,000 IN-LB, 6-8 seconds @ 180o Rotation Rated torque provided at minimum operating voltage. Maximum shaft rotation 270o. 1/2 HP series wound with split field winding and dynamic braking.

AUXILIARY CONTACTS (5) independent auxiliary contacts are provided for customer use. They are fully adjustable through 360o and rated 15A @ 125/250 VAC & 0.5A @ 125VDC. They are wired to the terminal strip.

Manual Swing Handle (not pictured) Mechanical Stops

Decoupler Provisions for Padlock

Hand Crank Interface

JMO Motor Mechanism supplied for remote operation and can also be operated manually.

JMO - Joslyn Motor Operator

Features
ENCLOSURE Aluminum Front door has handle with provision for padlocking. Side doors provided with latches on inside. All doors are hinged, can swing 180o and can be removed. Provided with dual voltage heater and thermostat. Print holder on inside of front door. OUTPUT DECOUPLER The output of the JMO has a decoupler system to disconnect the vertical operating pipe. A swing handle is provided for direct operation and ice chopping when the system is disconnected.

GEARING MOTOR The motor output is geared down through a spur gear system and then to a worm gear. The worm gear prevents rotation of the system through the output shaft, eliminating any need for a mechanical brake. The worm gear is mounted in an aluminum-cast housing. The gear train is guarded to prevent access to the mesh points for personnel safety. Gears are coated with a solid lubricant providing for corrosion resistant long life and low temperature operation.

MANUAL OPERATION An all aluminum hand crank is provided. The hand crank connects directly to the gear drive and is interlocked to block the control contactor circuits to prevent normal electrical operation as the handle is engaged. A three foot swing handle is provided. The handle is to be applied with the output decoupler is in the disengaged position for direct operation of the vertical operating pipe only.

OTHER STANDARD FEATURES Operating push buttons, open, close and stop. Removable conduit plate. Thermal overload protective relay. Mechanically and electrically interlocked revered contactors. Fused disconnects. OPTIONAL FEATURES Counter Indicating lights Additional auxiliary contacts for customer use in multiples of 3. Alternative auxiliary contacts for customer use rated 5A @ 125 VDC.

The decoupler has provisions for padlocking in the open or closed position while in the disengaged position. The unit has provisions for padlocking to the engaged position. The unit cannot be padlocked to the open or closed position when in the engaged position. Mechanical stops in the open and closed position are provided for manual operation. The coupler is indexed to the output shaft to insure synchronization of the JMO position with the air switch position. Provisions for structural expansion to allow for vertical displacement of the vertical operating pipe up to 1/2 inch.

Control Voltages 125 VDC 250 VDC 120 VAC 230 VAC 48 VDC

Motor Rated Approximate Locked Rotor Current Current At Rated Control Voltage (Amperes) (Amperes) 6.8 2.4 6.4 2.0 17 25 24 14 15 58

Interrupter Attachments & Air Switches

CONVERT AIR SWITCHES TO LOAD BREAK SWITCHES (DB 730-200)
HVI - HI-VELOCITY INTERRUPTER Hi-Velocity Interrupters (HVI) are used to interrupt line charging at system voltages of 69 kV to 161 kV or transformer magnetizing current at system voltages of 69 kV to 230 kV. Interrupting performance of Joslyn HVIs far exceed the capability of quick break attachments of more conventional design. HVIs can be quickly mounted on most gear or motor operated vertical and side break switches. These interrupters can be installed with the air switch on its mounting frame.

UVI - UNIVERSAL VAC-RUPTER INTERRUPTER The Universal Vac-Rupter Interrupter (UVI) is a single vacuum module attachment which converts the RF-2 switch to a vacuum load break interrupter. It can repetitively interrupt currents to 2000 amperes at peak recovery voltages of 30 kV. No maintenance is required. The UVI is often applied to switch parallel circuits at system voltages to 230 kV and for full voltage, full load interruption at system voltages to 25 kV.

LSI LOAD SECTIONALIZER INTERRUPTER The Load Sectionalizer Interrupter (LSI) combines the UVI and HVI in a coordinated attachment for RF-2 vertical break switches. It automatically senses if the switch is opening a loop circuit at reduced voltage or dropping line charging current at full voltage and inserts the appropriate interrupter. The LSI allows a safe operation of the switch without system coordination and eliminates sequential switching requirements. The ratings are 2000 amperes of loop current at peak recovery voltages of 20 kV and 15 amperes of line charging current at voltage to 161 kV. MVI MODULAR VAC-RUPTER INTERRUPTER The Modular Vac-Rupter Interrupter (MVI) is a modular series of vacuum contacts designed for attachment to vertical and single side break switches enabling repetitive, long life, maintenance-free voltage switching of loads of any power factor to system voltages to 230 kV. Maximum interrupting capability is 2000 amperes. The MVI is most frequently used for line charging and load current interruption at systems voltages to 230 kV and switching station capacitor bank. RB-1 SIDE BREAK DISCONNECT SWITCHES (DB 715-201) RB-1 disconnect switches are designed for isolating power circuit breakers, sectionalizing transmission lines, and opening primaries of transformer banks. The RB-1 switch demonstrates complete ice-breaking action. Applications include voltage ratings from 15 kV through 115 kV for currents from 600 through 1200 amperes.

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