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Advance ANSI Air-insulated Switchgear

Advance ANSI Air-insulated Switchgear

Medium voltage switchgear for primary distribution up to 38 kV suitable for indoor or outdoor installations

Advance® is the ABB ANSI platform for 5, 15, 27 and 38 kV rated metal-clad switchgear featuring a narrow footprint and designed and tested according to IEEE C37.20.2. Featuring galvanized steel construction, hem bending techniques, and Delrin arc-quenching contacts, Advance 5-38 kV is designed with safety, reliability, and durability in mind.

Features

  • Meets/exceeds the requirements of ANSI C37.20.2
  • Seismically tested to IBC Region D, Ip1.5 (Advance 5-27 kV)
  • Seismic calculations to IBC Region D, Ip1.0 (Advance 38)
  • Enclosures meeting the outdoor requirements of ANSI C37.20.2 are available in either walk-in (sheltered aisle), or non-walk-in configurations
  • Forced air cooling is available for 4,000 A applications up to 15 kV and 3000 A applications for 38 kV
  • Build America, Buy America, 2 CFR Part 184, learn more
  • Marine American Bureau of Shipping certification (ABS), learn more
  • UL/cUL listing
  • Device Limited Arc-resistant (DLAR) with UFES available (Advance 5-27 kV)
     

Benefits

  • Utilizes ADVAC spring charge mechanism breaker or AMVAC magnetically actuated breaker
  • Enhanced safety for personnel and equipment
  • The design allows for flexibility in configurations
  • Isolated compartments for improved fault isolation
  • Closed-door racking for enhanced operator safety