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DRIESCHER Outdoor Switches for Railway applications ModularCatenarySwitch MCS

DRIESCHER Outdoor Switches for Railway applications ModularCatenarySwitch MCS

DRIESCHER Outdoor Switches for Railway applications ModularCatenarySwitch MCS

Product catalog summary
General Description
The DRIESCHER ModularCatenarySwitch (MCS) is designed for railway applications, adhering to EN 62505-2 and EN 50152-2 standards. These switches are available in 1-pole or 2-pole configurations for nominal voltages of 15 kV and 25 kV, with rated currents of 1250 A and 2000 A. The modular design allows for various configurations, including disconnector or switch-disconnector types, with optional features such as arcing horns, automatic earthing, and auxiliary switches. Components are made from corrosion-resistant materials, with silver-plated copper for current paths.
Type Designation
Different models include MCS-ARC (Arcing horn), MCS-LBS (Load-break switch), and MCS-LBP (Load-break switch with pre-arcing horn). Accessories like automatic earthing and shaft extensions are available.
Technical Data
The switches comply with EN 50152-2, IEC 62505-2, EN 62271-102, and EN 62271-103 standards. Key specifications include:
  • Nominal voltage: 15 kV and 25 kV
  • Rated voltage: 17.25 kV and 27.5 kV
  • Rated current: 1250 A / 2000 A
  • Rated frequency: 16.7 Hz / 50 Hz
  • Short-time withstand current: 31.5 kA / 40 kA
  • Peak withstand current: 80 kA / 100 kA
  • Impulse withstand voltage: 170 kV / 250 kV
  • Mechanical life-time: Class 3
  • Electrical life-time: E1
Field of Application
The MCS switches are specifically designed for railway applications, suitable for use in open lines, tunnels, and for visible disconnection under load in sectionings. They can be applied in portal or pole setups.
Contact Information
For further inquiries, contact Elektrotechnische Werke Fritz Driescher & Söhne GmbH in Moosburg, Germany, or DRIESCHER GmbH Eisleben in Lutherstadt Eisleben, Germany.
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DRIESCHER Outdoor Switches for Railway applications ModularCatenarySwitch MCS-1

STROM • SICHER • SCHALTEN DRIESCHER Outdoor Switches for Railway applications ModularCatenarySwitch MCS • Nominal voltage 15 kV and 25 kV • Rated current 1250 A and 2

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DRIESCHER Outdoor Switches for Railway applications ModularCatenarySwitch MCS-2

General description General description These DRIESCHER outdoor switches of the type ModularCatenarySwitch MCS are special catenary switches for railway application and comply with the relevant regulations according to EN 62505-2 and EN 50152-2. The 1-pole or 2-pole switches can be used for a nominal voltage of 15 kV and 25 kV as well as a rated current of 1250 A and 2000 A. Due to the modular design, various versions are available: - Disconnector or switch-disconnector (Load-break switch) - Actuated with central driving crank, left or right side - Optional with arcing horns - Optional with automatic...

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DRIESCHER Outdoor Switches for Railway applications ModularCatenarySwitch MCS-3

Technical data Switches according to EN 50152-2, IEC 62505-2, EN 62271-102, EN 62271-103, drawing 301700 The types of ModularCatenarySwitch MCS are special constructed for railway applications. Possible applications include for example: - Catenary switches for open line and tunnel, - Visible disconnection under load of sectionings, - Portal- or pole applications, etc. Moosburg • Eisleben

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Dimensions, weights, diagrams and descriptions in this brochure are non-binding. Subject to change without notice. Printed on chlorine free bleached paper. For nature's sake. The cover picture (tunnel) is kindly provided by AlpTransit Gotthard AG. All rights reserved for this image belong to AlpTransit Gotthard AG, Zentralstrasse 5, CH-6003 Lucerne. Elektrotechnische Werke Fritz Driescher & Sohne GmbH Driescherstr. 3 85368 Moosburg Germany Phone: +49 8761 681-0 Fax: +49 8761 681-137 E-Mail: [email protected] DRIESCHER GmbH Eisleben Hallesche Str. 94 06295 Lutherstadt Eisleben Germany Phone:...

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