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Medium-voltage switchgear

MMS

MMS is a metal-enclosed, double busbar, air-insulated switchgear system with vacuum interrupters and can be used in applications up to 24 kV. The use of modular circuit-breaker and bus-coupler panels ensures maximum flexibility, while the double busbar installation provides continuous electrical energy supply. This makes MMS ideal for energy distribution applications via main stations in heavy industry, where uptime and uninterrupted power supply are critical.

Rated voltage
up to 24 kV
Rated normal current
3150 A
Short-circuit rating
31.5 kA-3s

Core features

  • Double busbar system
  • Compact and reliable
  • SF6-free environmentally friendly technology
  • Air-insulated with vacuum switching technology
  • Minimum maintenance design
  • Busbar changeover without interruption
  • Switchgear extension under service conditions possible
  • Internal arc proof 
  • Fully remote controllable
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Minimum maintenance needed 

 

The expected lifetime of switchgear is between 30 and 40 years, depending on the environment and the operation of the plant. The maintenance costs therefore represent an important factor in the calculation of the overall costs of the switchgear.

MMS excels with its "fit and forget" approach, which means that all primary parts are maintenance-free for life. Likewise, the disconnector and circuit-breaker mechanisms do not need maintenance during the first decade. Since the mechanisms are easily accessible through the secondary compartment, the required maintenance time and costs are reduced to a minimum.

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Double busbar - the most economical solution

An MMS double busbar installation offers more than just optimal availability. Compared with single busbar and duplex medium-voltage switchgear systems, it is also the best investment choice:

  • In terms of initial costs alone, a double busbar installation is significantly more cost-effective than two single busbar installations.
  • The installation costs of an MMS are also lower than those of a duplex installation because it is easier to assemble, and the primary cables only need to be connected once. In addition, the relatively expensive busbar connection from one installation to the other needed in a duplex installation is redundant with an MMS system.
  • MMS is based on our many years of experience and knowledge in the areas of cast resin technology, vacuum technology and electrical field control. Its compact design makes MMS highly flexible and economically attractive when replacing existing installations.
  • MMS offers operational cost advantages, as it can be automated and operated remotely. Several substations can be operated from the central control room, which leads to travel cost and time savings and ensures a higher level of availability. 
  • Moreover, MMS is very easy to operate. The logically structured, user-friendly control panel and the user interface for mechanical emergency operation ensure maximum efficiency for the operator.
  • In addition, a double busbar installation normally has the same functionality as a duplex installation. However, an MMS installation takes up much less floor space, which can lead to savings on building costs. 

SF₆-free switchgear is in our DNA

Eaton has been pioneering SF₆-free medium-voltage switchgear systems for over 60 years. Aligned with our strong commitment to social responsibility, MMS has been designed as an environmentally-friendly system. The use of air instead of SF₆-gas as an insulating medium and of a vacuum as a switching medium reflects this approach. Thus, MMS can be completely recycled at the end of its life without any problems. Furthermore, Eaton’s development and production processes are fully compliant with the rules and procedures of the ISO 14001 environmental certificate.

“Our customers highly value the reliability and safety of our MMS medium-voltage double busbar system. This is a high-end system offering fully remote operation and control for the electrical grid. MMS maximises power uptime by offering changeover between busbars without interruption and the unique feature of switchgear extension under live service condition.” 

Norbert Borgers, Product Manager MMS, Eaton
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Easy integration into automated substations 

An MMS system is easy to automate. This system is ideally suited to an automated environment, and there is obviously a preference for international standards such as the open control and communication protocol in accordance with IEC 60870. 

MMS can always be integrated into an existing automated environment as well. As an independent partner, we will gladly advise you on any matter, whether it is the refurbishment or expansion of an existing sub-station. We are happy to submit a tender for your entire project.

The MMS system can be read out and operated without any problems using SCADA systems. MMS also offers great flexibility regarding the choice of protection-relay manufacturer. Your preferred equipment can be integrated without any difficulty. The system is also suitable for both serial fieldbus systems and conventional wiring methods. 

Specifications

Technical information

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Standard dimensions

Double busbar installation Rated voltage (kV) Nominal current (A) H (mm) W (mm) D (mm)* Weight per panel (kg)
Outgoing
(incoming cable feeder panel)
24 Up to 800 2570 600 2165-2480* 725
24 1250-2000 2570 600 2165-2730* 1100
17.5 3150 2570 1000 2330-2730* 1500
Sectionaliser panel 24 max. 2000 2570 1400 2350-2500 2000
17.5 3150 2570 4000 2350-2500 1300
Bus coupler panel 24 max. 2000 2570 1000 2350-2500 1600
17.5 2500 2570 2000 2350-2500 1300
17.5 3150 2570 2000 2350-2500 1500
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General

Rated voltage kV 12 17.5 24
Lightning impulse withstand voltage kV 75 95 125
Power frequency withstand voltage kV-1m 28 38 50
Rated frequency Hz 50 - 60 50 - 60 50 - 60
Protection factor IP 3XD 3XD 3XD
Arc resistance 0.5 s (optional 1 s) kA 31.5 31.5 25
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Busbar system

Rated voltage   12  17.5 24
Rated current A 2000/3150 2000/3150 2000
Rated short-term withstand current kA-s 31.5-3 31.5-3 25-3
Rated peak withstand current kA 80 80 63
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Circuit breaker

Rated voltage   12  17.5 24
Rated current A 3150 3150 3150
Rated short-term withstand current kA-s 31.5-3 31.5-3 25-3
Rated breaking current kA 31.5 31.5 25
DC component   35% 35% 35%
Rated short-circuit making current kA 80 80 63
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Standards and regulations

MMS medium-voltage switchgear complies with the most recent IEC regulations:

  • IEC 62271-1 for high-voltage switchgear
  • IEC 62271-100 for the circuit-breakers (E2, M2, C2)
  • IEC 62271-102 for the change-over switches and earthing switches (E2, M0)
  • IEC 62271-200 for metal enclosed switchgear
  • IEC 61869-1 for instrument transformers – Part 1: General requirements
  • IEC 61869-2 for instrument transformers – Part 2: Additional requirements for current transformers
  • IEC 61869-3 for instrument transformers – Part 3: Additional requirements for voltage transformers
  • IEC 61850 for communication networks and systems in substations
  • IEC 61243-5 for live working voltage detectors - Part 5: Voltage detecting systems
  • IEC 60529 for degrees of protection (IP code)
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The MMS medium-voltage switchgear is certified for the following compliances:

  • KEMA
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The MMS production facilities comply with the following standards:

  • ISO 9001 for quality management
  • ISO 14001 for environmental management
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