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V Series
Expulsion Dropout Fuses
V Series
Expulsion Dropout Fuses

V Series single pole, single insulator, single venting expulsion

drop-out (EDO) disconnector fuse unit is designed to be
used on overhead distribution systems in a totally exposed
environment. The V Series Drop-out disconnector fuse
unit can primarily be used for the protection of distribution
transformers and the protection of spur sections of overhead
lines from the main backbone line.

Key Features
—— complies with AS 1033.1-1990.
IEC Publication 60282-2:1995
ANSI/NEMA specifications

—— Rated voltage 24 kV and 36 kV

—— Rated current: 100 A

—— Breaking capacity : 6 and 8 kA (24 kV),

2 and 4 kA (36 kV).

—— Porcelain or polymer insulators up to 170 kV BIL

—— UV resistant, high strength fibreglass fuse holder

—— Silver plated copper contacts

—— Corrosion resistant Stainless steel 316 ferrous

components- durable in harsh environment

—— Choice of 10 kA and 16 kA Earth stirrup

—— Accessories such as Emission control device, bird

cap,stand-off insulator mounting bracket, etc.

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Construction

Fuse Carrier Other Features

The fuse carrier is a high strength fibreglass filament wound
tube with a UV resistant external coating. An inner liner of
bone fibre is used for arc quenching.
The fuse carrier is self aligning with a spring loaded top
socket contact. This socket also prevents the closure of the
fuse without the top cap. The trunnion design uses a pressure
die casting made from high tensile leaded brass. Die casting
requires precision tooling and produces a casting of superior
finish and dimensional tolerance. The design ensures the
hinge cannot distort even when closing or opening the carrier
with a hook stick operated at an angle to the fuse mount.
A flipper spring mechanism is incorporated to assist ejection
of the fuse link. This mechanism also incorporates a
mechanical stop to prevent strain on the fuse link when the
carrier is being closed. The fuse link tail is held clear of the
tube liner to minimize corona.
Clamp supports are supplied for interfacing to a live line
clamp or an earthing clamp. They can be fitted adjacent to
the top or bottom contacts of the fuse unit.
Type “V” expulsion dropout fuses are provided with hooks
allowing attachment of a portable load break device.

The fuse tube is clearly marked with the year of manufacture Emission Control
and reflective tape on the fuse tube easily identifies that the The “V” Series Expulsion Dropout Fuse when used with ABB
fuse has blown, even at night.. PROLINK type fuse links significantly reduces the risk of
emission of incandescent particles. However, incandescent
Contacts particles which have the capability of igniting combustible
The top contact assembly and the bottom hinge are materials, such as dry grass, may still be emitted.
assembled using a sizing jig to eliminate the risk of
misalignment. All the main current carrying parts are silver
plated with a minimum of 12 µm ensuring minimum electrical
resistance even after many closing and opening operations.
The hinged contacts have parallel spring loaded current
carrying parts. All contacts have a wiping action.

Terminal Palms
The assembly is fitted with bright tin plated copper terminal
palms, fitted stainless steel pressure pad, stud, nut and
washer. The terminal pads will accept copper or aluminium
terminal lugs or stranded conductors for 16 mm2 to 193 mm2
cross section areas.

Insulator
The insulator is designed to reduce the possibility of flashover
due to birds or animal life without the use of plastic or
rubber coverings which may cause radio interference or
require regular replacement. The insulator is available in
various creepage lengths and is suitable for use in adverse
environments. The insulator colour is Munsell Grey for
improved environmental appearance.

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Selection Table

“V” Series Style Code: V150 PL 6 S 00 0 0

Rated Voltage:
12/24 kV, Insulator BIL: 150 V150
33/36 kV, Insulator BIL: 170 V170

Type of Insulator:
Polymer PL
Porcelain PC

Rated Breaking Capacity:

2 kA (For 33/36 kV) 2
4 kA (For 33/36 kV, with arc shortening rod) 4
6 kA (For 12/24 kV) 6
8 kA (For 12/24 kV, with arc shortening rod) 8

Mounting Bracket:
Standard Bracket S
NEMA Bracket N
Cycloaliphatic “Stand-off” insulator and bracket C
Direct to pole Bracket D

Earth Stirrup:
None 00
10 kA 10
16 kA 16

Emission Control Device (ECD):

None 0
Standard ABB ECD 1

Bird Cap:
None 0
Standard ABB Bird Cap 1

EDO C/W Stand-off insulator Standard EDO EDO C/W Earth stirrup

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12.8

12.8

15.8
11.3

11.3

11.3
6.8

6.8

7.7

7.7

6.8

7.7
Total Weight in (kg) Total Weight in (kg)
-To earth and between -To earth and between
145

145
phases phases
Rating Lightening Rating Lightening
Impulse in (kV) Impulse in (kV)
150

165

150

165
-Across isolating distance -Across isolating distance
-To earth and between -To earth and between
50

70

50

70
Rated Power phases Rated Power phases
Frequency
Frequency Withstand
Withstand Voltage
Voltage (Wet) in (kV) (Wet) in (kV)
-Across isolating distance -Across isolating distance
60

80

60

80
Porcelain

Porcelain

Porcelain

Porcelain

Porcelain
Polymer

Polymer

Polymer

Polymer

Polymer
Insulator Material Insulator Material
620
460
620
460
730
660
730
660

620

730
660
Insulator Creepage in (mm) Insulator Creepage in (mm)

50-60

50-60
Rated Frequency in (Hz) Rated Frequency in (Hz)

Customized Units (C/W earth stirrup, bird cap or ECD)

12-24

33-36

12-24

33-36
Rated Voltage in (kV) Rated Voltage in (kV)
Rated Breaking Capacity in (kA) Rated Breaking Capacity in (kA)

2
4
100

100
Rated Current (Continuous) in (A) Rated Current (Continuous) in (A)
Technical Data

Standard Units

V170PC4C0001
V150PC6S0000

V150PC8S0000

V170PC2S0000

V170PC4S0000
V150PL6S0000

V150PL8S0000

V170PL2S0000

V170PL4S0000

V150PL8S1600
V150PL8S1000
V170PL2S1000
Style Code

Style Code
 480

558
564
558
564
Overall height
M

314

393
399
393
399
Fuse holder length at engagement
L

Width of mounting bracket

50
K

125
129
125
129
115
120
115
120
J Outer diameter of insulator

550
520
550
520
564
534
564
534
Overall length

I
Diameter of mounting bracket hole

22
H
Distance of mounting bracket hole to the

40
G
edge
Inner diameter of hook ring

33
F

315

400
Fuse holder clearance

E
Insulator angle with upright plane

18
D

170
Mounting bracket length

C
General Configuration

110
Mounting bracket overlap on X-Arm

B
Mounting bracket thickness

10
A

All Dimensions are in mm

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V150PC6S0000

V150PC8S0000

V170PC2S0000

V150PC4S0000
V150PL6S0000

V150PL8S0000

V170PL2S0000

V170PL4S0000
Style Code
Accessories

Earth Stirrup Bracket 16 kA Earth Stirrup

10 kA Earth Stirrup Bird Cap

Emission Control Device ‘Stand-off’ Insulator + Bracket

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Contact
For more information please contact:
Medium Voltage Products
1 Baupaume Road
Moorebank, NSW 2170 Australia
Phone: +61 2 9753 7111
Fax: +61 2 9602 2454
www.abbaustralia.com.au
Note
While care has been taken to ensure that the
V series brochure
information contained in this document is
correct, no responsibility can be accepted for any
inaccuracy. We reserve the right to alter or modify
the information contained herein at any time in the
light of technical or other developments. Technical
specifications are valid under normal operating
conditions only. We do not accept any responsibility
for any misuse of the product and cannot be
held liable for indirect or consequential damages.
Technical data and design is subject to change and
should be confirmed prior to ordering.
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