Model ZW32-12/KQ Nomenclature Breakdown:
Understanding the exact specifications of this Outdoor Vacuum Circuit Breaker is straightforward based on its standardized naming convention:
- Z: Arc-extinguishing medium (Vacuum).
- W: Usage environment (Outdoor).
- 32: Design serial number.
- 12: Rated voltage (kV).
- K: Operating mechanism (Fast mechanism).
- Q: Full fusion type (Fast).
- [ ]: Rated current (A).
ZW32-12KQ Outdoor Vacuum Circuit Breaker Overview:
Driven by a “complete fusion” philosophy, this Outdoor Vacuum Circuit Breaker brings the ubiquitous power Internet of Things (IoT) directly into the circuit breaker industry by introducing mature 4G network connectivity for real-time operational control. It creatively integrates remote measurement, remote signaling, remote control, and remote inspection directly into the controller, endowing the equipment with AI intelligence.
- Intelligent Interconnection: Combines IoT and big data to complete fault detection and reporting in real-time, effectively reducing power failure durations.
- Synchronized Operations: A simple drive mechanism paired with an innovative fast algorithm provides the hardware and software foundation necessary for precise voltage synchronous closing.
- Climate Control: Features a built-in temperature compensation system that automatically heats the battery when ambient temperatures drop below 0°C.
- Remote Management: Comes with a dedicated APP on a handheld operating tablet utilizing automatic connection and password input control.
Key Features of the Outdoor Vacuum Circuit Breaker:
Every Outdoor Vacuum Circuit Breaker in this series undergoes a full-time design process where the FTU, electronic sensors, mechanisms, and breakers adopt a full life cycle scheme to drastically enhance overall stability.
- Extreme Speed: The pure high-voltage electromagnetic drive mechanism acts directly on the circuit breaker contacts, which, combined with a fast fault algorithm, pushes opening and closing speeds to the extreme. Fault detection occurs in 2.64ms, and complete fault isolation takes only 11.68ms.
- Simplified Reliability: The direct-acting simple mechanism reduces the number of components from over 100 to more than 40 by eliminating the crank arm mechanism and operational friction.
- Proven Durability: The operating mechanism has successfully run over 100,000 times in laboratory testing without a single failure.
- Advanced Sensors: Utilizes 12 ring-shaped ceramic high-voltage capacitors (expandable to 15) for stable sampling and power extraction across harsh environments.
Outdoor Vacuum Circuit Breaker Operating Conditions:
Built strictly for demanding environmental applications, the ZW32-12KQ Outdoor Vacuum Circuit Breaker operates dependably under the following conditions:
- Ambient Air Temperature: -40°C to +70°C (Daily temperature difference of 25°C).
- Maximum Altitude: Up to 5000 meters.
- Wind Pressure Limit: Up to 700Pa (equivalent to a wind speed of 35m/s).
- Earthquake Intensity: Safely endures seismic activity up to 8 degrees.
- Air Pollution Level: Rated for Level IV environments.
Outdoor Vacuum Circuit Breaker Technical Specifications:
Review the exact operational parameters below. The ZW32-12KQ Outdoor Vacuum Circuit Breaker is fully compliant with GB/T11022, GB/T1984, IEC62271-100, and GB/T20840 electrical standards.
Sensor Parameters:
| Technical Parameter | Specification Details |
|---|---|
| Rated Voltage & Frequency | 12 kV | 50 Hz |
| Rated Current | 630 A |
| Rated Phase Voltage Ratio | (10/√3)kV / (3.25/√3)kV |
| Zero-Sequence Voltage Ratio | (10/√3)kV / (6.5/√3)kV |
| Phase / Zero-Sequence Voltage Accuracy | 0.5(3P) / 1(3P) |
| Rated Phase Current Ratio | 600A / 1V |
| Zero-Sequence Current Ratio | 20A / 0.2V |
| Phase / Zero-Sequence Current Accuracy | 0.5S(5P10) / 1(10P30) |
| Rated Voltage Factor | 1.2Un continuous, 1.9Un (8h) |
Electrical Performance Parameters:
| Technical Parameter | Specification Details |
|---|---|
| Rated Insulation Level | 42 kV | 75/85 kV (fracture) |
| Rated Short-Circuit Breaking Current | 12.5 kA (Breaking times: 30) |
| Rated Dynamic Stable Current | 50 kA |
| Short-Time Thermal Current | 20 kA (Duration: 3s) |
| Mechanical Life | 10,000 operations |
| Contact Opening Distance | 9 ± 1 mm |
| Inter-polar Central Distance | 340 mm |
| Secondary Circuit Voltage | DC 24V ~ 28V |
| Total Weight | 123 kg |
Vacuum circuit breaker Drawing:

Schematic diagram of double-pole installation of vacuum circuit breaker:

Schematic diagram of single-pole installation of vacuum circuit breaker:







