The switch shall consist of manually operated load interrupting, SF6 insulated, 600A rotary blade switches. The switch manufacturer shall be ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 14001 certified.

A. SWITCH CONFIGURATION
Each switch shall have:

_____ (Qty.) 3-phase load switched ways

_____ (Qty.) 3-phase load unswitched ways

Switches shall be designed for: (check)

_____ Close-Open-Ground switching (GRAM style 15.5-27kV).

_____ Close-Open-Test Ground switching (TRAM style 15.5kV).

_____ Close-Open-Close switching (RAD/RAJ style 15.5kV).

_____ Close-Open-Tie switching (RAC/RAL style 15.5kV).

B. SWITCH CONSTRUCTION
All switch components and entrances shall be assembled in a totally welded mild steel tank. Entrances shall be internally connected by copper conductors capable of handling momentary and continuous current duty. The switch shall contain no electrically floating metallic parts or components. Construction shall be a deadfront design. Switch tanks shall be painted ASA70 light gray using a corrosion-resistant epoxy paint.

Each switching way is to be equipped with an internally mounted operating mechanism capable of providing quick-make, quick-break operation in either switching direction. The mechanism must be capable of delivering sufficient torque and shall be provided with latches for each position to assure load interrupting, fault closing and momentary ratings. All switch positions are to be clearly identified, padlockable and adaptable to keylock schemes. Padlockable ground stops shall be provided on switches with internal grounding capability. The operating mechanism shall be actuated from outside the switch tank with an operating handle. The operating shaft shall be made of stainless providing maximum corrosion resistance. A double "O" ring type operating shaft seal shall be used for a leak resistant, long life seal.

Switch contacts shall be of a rotary blade design made with copper alloy contacts with tin plating to assure permanent, low contact resistance. The contacts shall be designed such that arcing does not occur in the area of main current interchange and so contact pressure increases with increasing current flow. Contact travel shall be 60 degrees to assure efficient arc extinction and a wide open contact gap. Arcing shall be confined away from the main contact surfaces. The stationary contacts shall be supported independent of the cable entrance bushings, eliminating possible misalignment. Switch contacts shall be clearly visible in the open position. Auxiliary blades used for load interruption are not acceptable.

C. DESIGN RATINGS AND STANDARDS
Switches shall be designed, tested and built per ANSI C37.71-1987 and IEC 265 standards. Certified test reports shall be provided. The switch shall be rated: (select column)

D. CABLE ENTRANCES
Cable entrances shall be tested to ANSI/IEEE 386 and be one or more of the following: (check)

____ 600 amp Quik-Change disconnectable apparatus bushing

____ 600 amp Apparatus bushing

____ 600 amp Universal bushing

____ 600 amp 3-1/C open stud bushing

____ 600 amp 3/C stud bushing compartments

____ 200 amp Deepwell bushing

____ 200 amp Deepwell bushing with deadbreak insert.

E. FACTORY PRODUCTION TESTS
The bulk SF6 gas supply and each individual switch shall be tested for moisture content. Each individual switch shall undergo a mechanical operation check and a leak test. The switch shall be factory filled with SF6 and AC hi-pot tested one minute phase-to-phase, phase-to-ground and across the open contacts. Circuit resistance shall be checked on all ways.

Switches will be shipped factory filled with SF6 gas. Tank shall be designed to withstand 15 psig internal pressure and an external pressure of 14 psig without affecting the performance of the switch.

F. STANDARD COMPONENTS
The following shall be included as standard:

- Welded steel tank painted light gray with stainless steel and brass fasteners.

- Lifting provisions.

- Gas pressure gauge and fill valve.

- Grounding provisions for switch tank and all cable entrances.

- Stainless steel three line diagram and corrosion-resistant nameplates.

- Parking stands.

- Switch operating handle(s) with padlock provision and end stops.

G. OPTIONAL COMPONENTS (check)
The following options shall be supplied:

___ Stainless steel tank.

___ Low pressure warning device.

___ SF6 density switch for SCADA or remote indication of dielectric.

___ 4/0 brass ground lug(s).

___ Keylock provisions.

___ Current transformers (500:1) (1000:1)

___ Automatic transfer control package for a maximum 5 seconds per mechanical switching operation.

___ 24VDC motor actuators.

___ Switch controllers.

___ Remote Terminal Units.

___ Auxiliary switches.

___ Analog voltage sensors.

___ Digital voltage sensors.

___ Refill kit consisting of regulator, hose and 10 or 20 lb SF6 bottle.