Overview
The ZW32ABG-12 outdoor vacuum circuit breaker adopts the vacuum arc-extinguishing principle and a permanent-magnet operating mechanism, integrating microprocessor technology, modern network communication technology and new switchgear manufacturing materials. It is an outdoor distribution device with a rated voltage of 12 kV and 50 Hz three-phase AC. This ZW32ABG-12 outdoor vacuum circuit breaker is widely used in urban distribution networks as a sectionalizing or tie switch, or in rural distribution systems. As an outgoing switch of outdoor substations, the ZW32ABG-12 outdoor vacuum circuit breaker can effectively perform the work of a traditional recloser, breaking and making load current and The ZW32ABG-12 is designed for pole-mounted installation and offers reliable, maintenance-free operation in outdoor distribution networks.
Type Designation

Normal Service Environment
◇ Ambient air temperature: -40°C to +55°C, daily temperature difference: daily variation 25°C; ◇ Altitude: not exceeding 2000m; ◇ Wind speed: not exceeding 35 m/s; ◇ Pollution level: IV;
Installation site: a place free from flammable, explosive and chemically corrosive hazards;
◇ Seismic intensity not exceeding grade 8;
| No. | Item | Unit | Data |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Contact gap | mm | 9±1 |
| 2 | Contact over-travel | mm | 2.05 |
| 3 | Opening speed | m/s | 1±0.2 |
| 4 | Closing speed | m/s | 0.6±0.2 |
| 5 | Contact bounce time on closing | ms | ≤2 |
| 6 | Phase center distance | mm | 340±1.5 |
| 7 | Three-phase opening/closing asynchronism | ms | ≤2 |
| 8 | Conductive circuit resistance of each phase | μΩ | <80 (excluding disconnector and CT) |
| 9 | Closing time | ms | 30~80 |
| 10 | Opening time | ms | 23~45 |
| 11 | Weight | kg | approx. 105 |
Outline and Mounting Dimensions

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