Southern States product line includes the broadest range of ground switch
offerings of any supplier in the world. These ground switches can be furnished for single pole or group operated applications to provide grounding for inspection, maintenance, repair, or replacement of other substation equipment such as capacitor banks, circuit breakers, circuit switchers, etc. They are available as stand-alone devices (A common application of this is capacitor bank grounding.) or as attachments to disconnect switches, circuit switchers, and other devices. Their operation can be via manual swing handle operator, manual gear operator, electric motor operator, or manually via a hookstick; all as indicated in the attached chart. This chart also indicates the available types by kV class, momentary current rating, and live part construction as well as providing information on their means of contact engagement and their current transfer method on the hinge end. Additionally, since interlocking is commonly performed on ground switches for personnel safety, information on the selection of the correct interlock for your specific application is provided in another document attached below.
The
information contained herein is general in nature and is not intended
for specific construction, installation, or application purposes. Southern
States, LLC. reserves the right to make changes in specifications or
add improvements at any time without notice.
