Overview
The TA-OC Copper Vertical Break Switch is a reliable component for subtransmission and distribution systems, known for its simplicity and adaptability. It has been in service for over 35 years, providing dependable performance for utilities worldwide. The switch is suitable for various mounting positions and can be used for project-specific needs or as an emergency backup.

Benefits

• Complies with all ANSI standards.
• Supports horizontal upright, vertical, or underhung mounting.
• Operable with a manual operator or a Southern States type VM-1 motor operator.

Specifications

• Maximum Voltage Rating: 15.5 kV – 72.5 kV
• Continuous Current Rating: 600 A - 1200 A
• Copper live part construction with 6 hole NEMA tin plated copper terminal pads.
• Sealed, threaded hinge current transfer and reverse loop jaw contact fingers with silver-to-silver current transfer surfaces.
• Single channel base design with a slant jaw end insulator version available.
• Maintenance-free bearings and a variety of accessory options.

Key Features

• Line disconnecting and sectionalizing.
• Isolation and bypassing of substation equipment.
• Bus tie positions and magnetizing current interrupting with appropriate arcing horns.
• Load breaking, loop splitting, line dropping, bus dropping, and cable dropping with appropriate arcing horns or interrupters.

Ratings

• Maximum Voltage Rating (kV): 15.5, 27, 38, 48.3, 72.5
• BIL (kV): 110, 150, 200, 250, 350
• Rated Power Frequency: 60 Hz
• Continuous Current: 600 A, 1200 A
• Short-Time Symmetrical Withstand (3 Sec): 25 kA RMS, 38 kA RMS
• Peak Withstand: 65 kA, 99 kA
• Ambient Temperature Rating: -40ºC to +50ºC Standard, -50ºC Optional

Contact Information
Southern States, LLC, 30 Georgia Avenue, Hampton, GA 30228
Phone: 770-946-4562, Fax: 770-946-8106
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.southernstatesLLC.com