EnglishHigh voltage disconnect switches are essential for ensuring safe electrical isolation in power systems. Designed for both indoor and outdoor applications, they provide visible open points, enable safe maintenance, and support small current operations. Fenarro’s series covers multiple voltage levels and installation environments, helping engineers and procurement teams select the right switch for substations, industrial facilities, and renewable energy projects.
FZW-40.5
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The FZW-40.5/1250-25 Outdoor High Voltage Isolating Vacuum Load Break Switch is a new generation power distribution device independently developed and pioneered by our company. Designed according to GB3804 and IEC standards, it has successfully passed rigorous type tests and long-term operation verification. This switch is suitable for 40.5kV, 50Hz power distribution networks, capable of breaking load current, overhead line current, cable line current, and capacitor bank current.
The FZW-40.5 vacuum load break switch is widely applied in:
Urban and rural distribution networks
Railway power supply systems
Petrochemical industry
Overhead line switching and sectionalizing
High breaking capacity – reliable interruption of load and capacitor currents.
Strong safety performance – compliance with GB and IEC standards.
Long electrical and mechanical life – up to 10,000 operations.
Multi-functionality – suitable for isolation, sectionalizing, and switching.
Low maintenance – robust design reduces inspection frequency.
| Serial No. | Name | Unit | Data |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rated Voltage | kV | 40.5 |
| 2 | Rated Frequency | Hz | 50 |
| 3 | Rated Current | A | 1250 |
| 4 | Rated Active Load Breaking Current | A | 1250 |
| 5 | Rated Loop Breaking Current | A | 1250 |
| 6 | 5% Rated Active Load Opening Current | A | 62.5 |
| 7 | Rated Cable Charging Opening Current | A | 25 |
| 8 | 1min Power Frequency Withstand Voltage (Vacuum Chamber / Phase-to-phase, Phase-to-ground / Isolating Contacts) | kV | 68 / 95 / 110 |
| 9 | Lightning Impulse Withstand Voltage (Phase-to-phase, Phase-to-ground / Isolating Contacts) | kV | 185 / 215 |
| 10 | Rated Short-time Withstand Current (Thermal Stability) | kA | 25 |
| 11 | Rated Short-circuit Duration | s | 4 |
| 12 | Rated Peak Withstand Current (Dynamic Stability) | kA | 63 |
| 13 | Rated Short-circuit Making Current | kA | 63 |
| 14 | Mechanical Life | Times | 10,000 |
| 15 | Allowable Wear Thickness of Vacuum Arc Extinguishing Chamber Contacts | mm | 0.6 |
| 16 | Manual Operating Torque | Nm | ≤300 |
Q1: What is the main application of FZW-40.5 vacuum load break switch?
A1: It is mainly used for sectionalizing, isolating, and switching in 40.5kV outdoor distribution networks, ensuring reliable and safe power supply.
Q2: Can this load break switch handle capacitor bank switching?
A2: Yes, it is designed to reliably break capacitor group currents, overhead lines, and cable lines.
Q3: What are the advantages compared to traditional load switches?
A3: It offers higher breaking capacity, longer service life, stronger safety, and lower maintenance requirements.
Q4: What is its expected service life?
A4: The mechanical life is up to 10,000 operations, suitable for frequent switching.
Q5: In which industries can this switch be used?
A5: Widely used in urban/rural grids, railway power, petrochemical systems, and industrial power distribution.