Live tank circuit breaker

GE’s GL 316 and GL 316X live tank circuit breakers for overhead installations are equipped with third-generation self-blowing switching chambers and spring actuators (FK). These reliable connection chambers operate on the principle of energy-optimized self-exhaust. FK3 type mechanisms equip the entire range of circuit breakers with over 180,000 references around the world.

GL 316 and GL 316X drives are reliable and tested in high voltage switchboards, confirming high mechanical durability and very low probability of re-tripping in accordance with the IEC 622271-100 standard class M2 and C2. The switches have a disconnect option for quick and easy installation. To simplify maintenance, the closing resistor is located in the same gas volume as the breaker compartment.

Components

• Individual drives for each phase
• Two connection chambers per pole with self-blowing technology
• FK3 spring drives equipped with a visible position indicator
• Reliable, temperature-compensated density meter with two-stage signaling and three-color indicator
• Easy access to the SF filling valve₆ (DILO type)
• Seals suitable for temperatures down to -60 °C
• Hot-dip galvanized steel parts, drive housings made entirely of aluminum

Options

• LV equipment as standard, additional equipment available: Composite insulators
• Seismic dampers
• Pressure relief system for passive protection of stations and service personnel
• RPH3 Controller: Switching relay at a specific point in the waveform
• CBWatch: a compact and modular circuit breaker monitoring solution
• Clapping resistor (GL 316D) to limit high destructive overvoltages Equalization capacitor depending on specifications

Installation and maintenance

• Factory adjustment before shipment – no adjustment during installation and commissioning
• Disassembly of the connection chamber is possible without removing the entire column

Testing

Live tank switches meet the requirements of national and international standards. This has been confirmed by comprehensive type testing based on the latest versions of IEC standards.

Quality

The quality standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 will set the direction of development and principles of production of high-voltage switches. They ensure the highest quality of both our products and services, which is confirmed by regular audits.