ZW32-12G is a 12 kV, three-phase 50 Hz outdoor vacuum circuit breaker for opening and closing load, overload, and short-circuit currents in distribution systems. It is intended for substations, industrial and mining power networks, and rural grids where outdoor equipment may operate frequently.
The breaker uses a spring operating mechanism and can be supplied with a disconnector. When paired with a compatible controller, it can form an automatic reclosing solution with remote control, telemetry, and signalling functions for distribution automation.
EPC contractors, utilities, electrical distributors, and project buyers should confirm rated current, short-circuit breaking current, operating voltage, controller functions, installation arrangement, and local service conditions. CANGO reviews the project data and required accessories before quotation.
Environmental Conditions for Use
Ambient air temperature: -40 degC to +40 degC
Altitude:<= 3000 m
Wind pressure: <= 700 Pa, equivalent to a wind speed of 34 m/s
Air pollution level: not exceeding Class IV
Ice coating thickness: <= 10 mm
Installation location: free from fire, explosion hazard, chemical corrosion, and severe vibration
Model and Meaning
ZW: outdoor vacuum circuit breaker
32: design sequence number
12: rated voltage, kV
T: spring operating mechanism
630: rated current, A
20: rated short-circuit breaking current, kA
G: with disconnector
S / D: manual operation / motorized operation
Key Features
01
12kV Outdoor Switching
ZW32-12G: Designed to open and close load, overload, and short-circuit currents in three-phase 50 Hz outdoor distribution systems. This point is especially relevant to spring-operated outdoor breaker with optional disconnector and controller integration.
02
Spring Operating Mechanism
The T designation identifies the spring operating mechanism used for circuit-breaker operation. For ZW32-12G, check this together with the selected project scheme.
03
Controller Integration
A compatible controller can add reclosing and remote control, telemetry, and signalling functions for distribution automation. On ZW32-12G, confirm the application duty, site layout, and project standard before selection.
04
Disconnector Option
The G configuration includes a disconnector for the selected outdoor feeder arrangement. Use the ZW32-12G drawings and rated data to confirm this point before quotation.
05
Frequent-Operation Duty
The product sheet identifies substations, industrial systems, and rural grids with frequent operation as typical applications. For ZW32-12G, review this with spring-operated outdoor breaker with optional disconnector and controller integration and the final installation plan.
Technical Specifications
ZW32-12G Technical Parameter Table
Review the ZW32-12G values, units, rated data, and project requirements before quotation.
Item
Unit
Data
Rated voltage
kV
12
Rated insulation level
1 min power-frequency withstand voltage
Dry: to earth / phase-to-phase / across open contacts
kV
42 / 42 / 48
Wet: to earth
kV
34
Lightning impulse withstand voltage (peak)
To earth / phase-to-phase / across open contacts
kV
75 / 75 / 85
Rated frequency
Hz
50
Rated current
A
630
Rated short-circuit breaking current
kA
12.5 / 16 / 20
Rated short-circuit making current (peak)
kA
50
Rated peak withstand current
kA
50
4 s rated short-time withstand current
kA
20
Rated operating sequence
O-0.3s-CO-180s-CO
Closing time / opening time
ms
25-50 / 15-50
Rated short-circuit breaking operations
operations
30
Mechanical endurance
operations
10000
1 min power-frequency withstand voltage of control and auxiliary circuits
V
2000
Rated operating voltage and auxiliary-circuit rated voltage
V
DC 220 / AC 220
Overcurrent release
Rated current
A
5
Tripping-current accuracy
%
+/-10
Installation Dimensions / Drawing
ZW32-12G outline and installation drawing showing side, sectional, and front views with phase spacing, overall dimensions, and mounting-hole references.
Applications
ZW32-12G is mainly selected for substation feeder protection and control and industrial and mining power distribution systems. The final application should match the confirmed spring-operated outdoor breaker with optional disconnector and controller integration, rated data, and site installation conditions.
Substation feeder protection and control
Industrial and mining power distribution systems
Rural distribution networks with frequent switching
Pole-mounted outdoor distribution automation projects
Customization Options
Operating Method
Confirm manual or motorized spring operation according to the feeder-control scheme. Apply this review to ZW32-12G and its spring-operated outdoor breaker with optional disconnector and controller integration.
Disconnector
State whether the G configuration with disconnector is required for the installation. Apply this review to ZW32-12G and its spring-operated outdoor breaker with optional disconnector and controller integration.
Automation Controller
Provide reclosing, remote control, telemetry, signalling, and communication requirements. Apply this review to ZW32-12G and its spring-operated outdoor breaker with optional disconnector and controller integration.
Installation Arrangement
Confirm pole, support, phase spacing, cable interface, and final installation drawing. Apply this review to ZW32-12G and its spring-operated outdoor breaker with optional disconnector and controller integration.
Controller and Reclosing Functions
Automation Interface
A compatible controller can be reviewed for reclosing, remote control, telemetry, signalling, and feeder automation. Apply this review to ZW32-12G and its spring-operated outdoor breaker with optional disconnector and controller integration.
Control Supply
Confirm DC 220 V or AC 220 V operating and auxiliary-circuit supply together with the controller interface. Apply this review to ZW32-12G and its spring-operated outdoor breaker with optional disconnector and controller integration.
Protection and Switching Duty
Short-Circuit Rating
Select 12.5 kA, 16 kA, or 20 kA short-circuit breaking duty according to the network calculation. Apply this review to ZW32-12G and its spring-operated outdoor breaker with optional disconnector and controller integration.
Operating Sequence
Confirm the O-0.3s-CO-180s-CO operating sequence and required protection coordination. Apply this review to ZW32-12G and its spring-operated outdoor breaker with optional disconnector and controller integration.
Pole-Mounted Installation
Outline Review
Use the extracted outline drawing to check phase spacing, overall dimensions, support points, and mounting holes. Apply this review to ZW32-12G and its spring-operated outdoor breaker with optional disconnector and controller integration.
Site Conditions
Check altitude, wind pressure, pollution level, ice thickness, and local clearances before installation. Apply this review to ZW32-12G and its spring-operated outdoor breaker with optional disconnector and controller integration.
Ordering Instructions / Information Required for Quotation
ForZW32-12G, send rated current, short-circuit breaking current, operating method, disconnector, controller functions, pole arrangement, and site conditions, quantity, destination, and the expected delivery schedule. The engineering review will be based on the selected spring-operated outdoor breaker with optional disconnector and controller integration and project drawing.
ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS
Confirm rated current and the required rated short-circuit breaking current.
State whether manual or motorized spring operation, a disconnector, and a distribution-automation controller are required.
Provide the pole or support arrangement, installation altitude, ambient conditions, and pollution level.
Provide quantity, destination country, applicable standard, documentation, and delivery requirements.
ZW32-12G is used for Substation feeder protection and control, Industrial and mining power distribution systems, Rural distribution networks with frequent switching. The final selection should match the project voltage, current, circuit arrangement, and installation conditions.
Which buyers commonly source ZW32-12G?
utilities, EPC contractors, electrical distributors, rural-grid contractors, and industrial project buyers commonly use this product for project-based electrical distribution, installation, replacement, or system expansion work.
Which rated voltage or current should be confirmed for ZW32-12G?
Confirm the rated voltage, rated current, short-circuit level, frequency, protection level, and configuration shown in the technical specifications before quotation.
CanZW32-12G be configured for a specific project?
Yes.CANGO can review project-specific configurations according to drawings, rated data, protection requirements, component requirements, and site conditions before quotation.
Which standards should be confirmed?
Applicable standards depend on the project and destination market. State IEC, local utility, component, testing, or documentation requirements in the inquiry.
What installation information is required?
ZW32-12G should be matched with the final project drawing and outline data before installation. Send the cabinet scheme or layout requirement for review.
What information is needed for quotation?
For quotation, send rated voltage and rated current, required short-circuit breaking current, manual or motorized spring operating mechanism, disconnector and controller requirements, quantity, project country, delivery requirement, and any special component or environmental requirements.
How is delivery time confirmed for ZW32-12G?
Delivery time depends on the confirmed configuration, quantity, component selection, documentation requirement, and production schedule. Share the project deadline during inquiry.
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