Auguste switchgear is an overhead load-break disconnecting switch designed to allow a load interruption up to 630 A for a medium-voltage (up to 36 kV) electrical overhead line. This switchgear is convenient for all types of networks, especially for those requiring frequent operations in severe weather conditions.Auguste switchgear can be installed on a live line without interrupting the operation. They are easily installed below the line, on a side of the pole. They are extremely reliable, with high-level safety characteristics allowing them to be used in full confidence. Auguste switchgear design is based on extensive experience, in cooperation with the public and private operators of overhead distribution electrical networks. The equipment meets all their main concerns: assure quality service, install equipment easily, on live or dead lines, safe use, improve network cost-effectiveness by decreasing the sources of output loss. Operational on all continents and subject to the most severe environmental and climatic conditions (saline humidity, rising sand, ice, snow, high altitude, industrial pollution, areas
• A range of heavy-duty and highly efficient switchgear adapted to the most severe environmental conditions,
• Products in compliance with international standards (IEC, ANSI, NFC),
• Designed and manufactured according to an ISO 9001-certified quality assurance system.
• Breaking in SF6 at very low pressure (0.3 bar relative),
• Stainless steel tank sealed for life
• Ability to place a voltage transformer inside the tank in order to power the control box, this enables the load-break switch to be self-powered.
• Internal arc proof
• Exceptional dielectric strength
• mechanism requires neither maintenance nor lubrication,
• Very small number of components,
• Polymer bushings with aluminum connections lugs, or pluggable sockets with leak-proof protection,
• Galvanised steel support fittings and aluminum rod assembly.
• Usable as point of isolation or retro feeding point (normally opened switchgear),
• Safe position indicator of the switchgear,
• Visual confirmation of voltage presence,
• Padlocking of the switchgear in different positions,
• Gas vent valve on upper part if an internal fault occurs. No projection of dangerous elements or fire-causing materials.
Changing a switch with a manual control mechanism to one with a motorised or remote control mechanism without demounting the switch.
with high-density bird populations, etc.), these switches are valued by operators for their operational simplicity and high reliability. They are used on all types of overhead distribution networks in rural or suburban areas.
Auguste switchgear exist in manual or electrical control version and are evolutionary. They are designed to be easily inserted in remote SCADA controlled networks.
