For decades, air-insulated switchgear has been the most economical solution for use in padmount medium-voltage power distribution systems. But air-insulated switchgear exposes the energized components to corrosion, unwanted animal intrusions, atmospheric conditions or contamination from dust and other factors that can lead to premature switchgear failure.
Today, more network operators are moving to a solution that overcomes many of the drawbacks of air-insulated switchgear with an equivalent total cost of ownership.
G&W Electric’s Trident solid dielectric switchgear can help:
- Prevent premature switchgear failure
- Ensure safe operations and reduce arc flash
- Improve reliability and reduce maintenance costs
- Streamline operations with automation capabilities
G&W Electric solid dielectric switchgear features a stainless steel mechanism housing designed to ensure failure-free performance, even in environments with high humidity, salt fog or flooding
All components in G&W Electric solid dielectric switchgear are encapsulated in epoxy molding that does not require maintenance, lubrication or adjustment and are designed to be fully automation-ready, without the need to change out or modify existing switching mechanisms
