Scada-Mate CX™ Switching Systems

Introduction

Automation needs change and grow with increased load, capacity, and demands for more reliable service. S&C’s Scada-Mate CX Switching Systems can meet these changing needs . . . economically. Three-pole, group-operated Scada-Mate CX Switches are specifically designed for automating overhead distribution systems. They’re rated 900 amperes continuous and interrupting at 14.4 kV and 25 kV, and feature a five-time duty-cycle fault-closing rating of 20,000 amperes RMS asymmetrical.

Scada-Mate CX Switches are factory-assembled on a one-piece base and include an integral stored-energy operating mechanism. Circuit making and circuit breaking are accomplished within sealed interrupters, in a controlled SF6 environment.

An open/closed indicator on the side of the base shows interrupter position. In addition to electrically operating the interrupters, the operating mechanism provides non-electrical mechanical opening and closing of the interrupters by means of a manual-operation pull ring. The switch can be locked open to prevent electrical or manual closing. Visible air-gap isolation of switched-open circuits — needed only when work on the feeder is required — is provided by an optional integral, hookstick-operated disconnect.

Scada-Mate CX Switches are easy to install. Permanent lifting means are provided for convenient rigging and hoisting. And Scada-Mate CX Switches are expandable to meet your DA needs. Just purchase the features required today . . . you can easily upgrade tomorrow.

Scada-Mate CX Switches can be furnished with factory-installed three-phase S&C Current Sensors, or three-phase S&C Current/Voltage Sensors on one or both sides of the switch. Alternately, S&C sensors or sensors of other manufacture can be added later. With their integral sensors and disconnect — and no vertical operating pipe — Scada-Mate CX Switches present a clean uncluttered look.

A complete S&C Scada-Mate CX Switching System includes a 5800 Series Automatic Switch Control, which supports the IntelliTEAM II® Automatic Restoration System. IntelliTEAM II is a universal solution for automating new and existing circuits, offering unmatched interoperability. Restoration speed is greatly enhanced when the control is furnished with a SpeedNet™ Radio. It combines extremely secure long-range communication, high-volume data transmission, and flexible mesh networking to provide benchmark performance for unlicensed radio networks.

Alternately, a Communication and Control Unit can be furnished, providing the interface between the switch and the master-station computer for distribution automation and other Smart Grid applications that don’t involve IntelliTEAM II.

All functions — sensing, control, and communication — are thus provided in one economical, completely self-contained, fully tested, integrated package.