User Manual · 7.61 MB
VW3-40 Series Smart Air Circuit Breaker (ACB)
VW3-40 ACB is tailored for photovoltaic (PV), wind power, and energy storage systems. Available in 3P and 4P configurations. Ultra-high breaking capacity up to 80kA at AC800V (Icu up to 100kA across the series). Supports high voltage applications up to AC1500V. Resistant to damp heat, anti-condensation, alternating high and low temperature changes, and salt spray. Reliable operation at altitudes up to 5000m. Advanced remote monitoring and control capabilities.
Highlights
- Designed for PV, wind power and energy storage systems
- Rated current from 1000A to 4000A
- 80kA @ AC800V maximum breaking capacity
- Rated working voltage up to AC1500V
- Resistance to humidity, condensation, temperature changes and salt spray
Product Information
- Rated current (In): 1000A, 1250A, 1600A, 2000A, 2500A, 2900A, 3200A, 3600A, 4000A
- Rated working voltage (Ue): AC400V, AC690V, AC800V, AC1140V, AC1250V, AC1500V
- Number of poles: 3P & 4P options (HU, HV only have 3P)
- Installation Types: Fixed & drawout type
- Breaking Capacities: H, HU, HV series
- Basic Protection Functions: Overload, short-circuit (short delay & instantaneous), ground fault, neutral wire protection
- Environmental Tolerance: Operating environment temperature -40 °C ~ +70 °C
- IP Rating: IP40
- Tailored for photovoltaic, wind power and energy storage systems
- With ultra-high breaking capacity, max meet 80kA at AC800V
- With excellent resistance to damp heat and anti-condensation
- Strong ability to adapt to alternating changes in high and low temperatures
- Strong resistance to salt spray and humid environments
| Rated current In(A) | 1000A, 1250A, 1600A, 2000A, 2500A, 2900A, 3200A, 3600A, 4000A |
| Rated working voltage Ue(V) 50Hz/60Hz | AC400, AC690, AC800, AC1140, AC1250, AC1500 |
| Rated insulation voltage Ui(V) | 1800V |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp(kV) | 18kV |
| Power frequency withstand voltage U(V) 1min | AC5000V 50Hz/60Hz |
| Number of poles | 3P, 4P |
| N-pole rated current | 100%In |
| Breaking capacity code | H, HU, HV |
| Rated limit short-circuit breaking capacity (effective value) Icu(kA) | AC400: 100kA AC690: 85kA AC800: 80kA AC1140: 75kA AC1250: 66kA AC1500: 50kA |
| Rated operating short-circuit breaking capacity (effective value) Ics(kA) | AC400: 100kA AC690: 85kA AC800: 80kA AC1140: 75kA AC1250: 66kA AC1500: 50kA |
| Rated short circuit making capacity (peak value) Icm(kA) | AC400: 220kA AC690: 187kA AC800: 176kA AC1140: 165kA AC1250: 145kA AC1500: 105kA |
| Rated short-time withstand current (effective value) Icw(kA) 1s | AC400: 100kA AC690: 85kA AC800: 80kA AC1140: 75kA AC1250: 66kA AC1500: 50kA |
| Rated conditional short-circuit current Icc(kA) | AC400: 100kA AC690: 85kA AC800: 80kA AC1140: 75kA AC1250: 66kA AC1500: 50kA |
| Full break time (no additional delay) (ms) | 12(ms)~18(ms) |
| Closing time (ms) | ≤60(ms) |
| Operating performance(Mechanical life (times); Without maintenance) | 10000(times) |
| Operating performance(Mechanical life (times); Maintenance) | 20000(times) |
| Operational condition(Utilization category) | B |
| Operational condition(Pollution degree) | 3 |
| Operational condition (Protection grade) | IP40 |
| Operational condition(Ambient temperature) | -40 °C ~ +70 °C |
| Operational condition(Altitude) | ≤5000m |
| Outline dimension (mm) (H × W × D) (Drawout type 3P) | 430(mm) × 407(mm) × 395(mm) |
| Outline dimension (mm) (H × W × D) (Drawout type 4P) | 430(mm) × 522(mm) × 395(mm) |
| Outline dimension (mm) (H × W × D) (Fixed type 3P) | 390(mm) × 422(mm) × 297.5(mm) |
| Outline dimension (mm) (H × W × D) (Fixed type 4P) | 390(mm) × 537(mm) × 297.5(mm) |
Product Specification · 7.62 MB
Product Catalog · 6.53 MB
| File name | Type | Size | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| VOZWEI-VW3-ACB-User-Manual.pdf | User Manual | 7.61 MB | |
| VOZWEI-VW3-ACB-Specification.pdf | Product Specification | 7.62 MB | |
| VOZWEI-VW3-ACB-Catalog.pdf | Product Catalog | 6.53 MB |
Q: What is the maximum breaking capacity and voltage rating of the VW3-40 series ACB?
A: The VW3-40 series ACB delivers an ultra-high breaking capacity of up to 80kA at AC800V and functions as a high-voltage air circuit breaker supporting system voltages up to AC1500V (including AC400V, AC690V, AC800V, AC1140V, AC1250V, and AC1500V).
Q: Which applications and industries is the VW3-40 series ACB tailored for?
A: The VW3-40 series ACB is specifically engineered for large-scale renewable energy and heavy industrial power systems, including photovoltaic (PV) plants, wind power generation, and energy storage systems (ESS).
Q: How does the VW3-40 series ACB perform in harsh environmental conditions?
A: The VW3-40 series ACB offers exceptional environmental tolerance. It features excellent resistance to damp heat and anti-condensation, strong resistance to salt spray and humid environments, and operates reliably in extreme temperatures from -40°C to +70°C.
Q: Can the VW3-40 series ACB withstand severe thermal shock and temperature fluctuations?
A: Yes. The VW3-40 series ACB is built with strong adaptability to alternating high and low temperature changes, preventing performance degradation in severe outdoor climates with large temperature swings.
Q: What are the rated current options and breaking capacity series for the VW3-40 series ACB?
A: The VW3-40 series ACB covers high-capacity rated currents from 1000A up to 4000A (1000A, 1250A, 1600A, 2000A, 2500A, 2900A, 3200A, 3600A, 4000A) and is available in H, HU, and HV breaking capacity series.
Q: What protection functions are included in the VW3-40 series ACB?
A: The VW3-40 series ACB incorporates comprehensive basic protection functions: overload protection, short-circuit protection (short delay & instantaneous), ground fault protection, and neutral wire protection.
Q: What pole options and installation types are available for the VW3-40 series ACB?
A: The VW3-40 series ACB is available in both fixed and drawout installation types, with 3P and 4P options (note: HU and HV high-breaking series are offered in 3P configuration).
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