SL-1 Spring Operating Mechanism for 12kV VS1 Vacuum Circuit Breaker

The
SL-1 Spring Operating Mechanism is designed for indoor medium voltage vacuum circuit breakers, compatible with
VS1, VK and equivalent VCB types.
It features compact structure, low closing energy, high mechanical reliability and long service life, making it an ideal solution for medium voltage switchgear systems.
Key Features
Compact design with low closing energy requirement
Compatible with VS1 / VK type vacuum circuit breakers
Suitable for fixed-mounted and withdrawable switchgear
High mechanical endurance, ≥ 20,000 operations
Low maintenance and low operating noise
Stable performance under frequent operations
Technical parameters
| S/N |
Item |
Unit |
Data |
| 1 |
Contact opening distance |
mm |
10 ± 1 mm |
| 2 |
Contact stroke |
mm |
3.8 - 4.6 mm |
| 3 |
Three-phase closing/opening simultaneity |
ms |
≤ 2 ms |
| 4 |
Contact bounce time (closing) |
≤ 2 ms |
| 5 |
Phase center distance |
mm |
210 ± 1.5 |
230 ± 1.5 |
| 6 |
Rated short-circuit breaking current |
kA |
25 |
31.5 |
40 |
| 7 |
Contact pressure after closing |
N |
2600±100 |
3150±150 |
4500±300 |
| 8 |
Average opening speed (70% after contact separation) |
m/s |
1.3 ± 0.2 |
| 9 |
Average closing speed (30% before contact closing) |
m/s |
0.8 ± 0.2 |
| 10 |
Opening / closing time |
ms |
25 - 75 |
| 11 |
Output shaft rotation angle |
° |
30° - 33° |
Application
Indoor medium voltage switchgear
Power distribution systems
Industrial electrical equipment
Substations and power plants
Installation & Maintenance
The SL-1 operating mechanism is easy to install and has been factory-adjusted before delivery.
Only routine inspection and basic lubrication are required during normal operation.
OEM & Customization
OEM and customization services are available, including:
Control voltage options
Mounting structure adaptation
Matching with different VCB brands





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