Product Overview
The JN2-40.5 indoor HV earthing switch is an indoor high-voltage apparatus designed in equivalence with IEC 129-84 “Disconnectors and Earthing Switches” and IEC 694-84 “Common Clauses for High-Voltage Switchgear and Controlgear”, and in accordance with the earthing-switch provisions of GB1985-89 “AC High-Voltage Disconnectors and Earthing Switches”. It is used in three-phase 50 Hz power systems of 35 kV and below, comes with a voltage monitoring device, and features a simple, reliable structure, low operating force and easy installation and commissioning. It is normally used in JYN1-40.5 and GFC-40.5 switchgear cubicles and can also be used standalone.
Type Designation
JN2-40.5/25-( )-□: phase distance (mm), code of the fitted sensor, rated thermal short-time current (kA), rated voltage (kV), design serial number, indoor installation, earthing switch.

Main Technical Parameters
| No. | Item | Unit | Data |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Rated voltage | kV | 40.5 |
| 02 | 4 s thermal short-time current (r.m.s.) | kA | 25 |
| 03 | Dynamic current (peak) | kA | 63 |
| 04 | Short-circuit closing current (peak) | kA | 63 |
| 05 | Rated insulation level (lightning impulse withstand voltage, to earth and between phases) | kV | 185 |
| - | Rated insulation level (1-min power-frequency withstand of main circuit, to earth and between phases) | kV | 95 |
| - | Rated insulation level (1-min power-frequency withstand of secondary circuit) | kV | 2 |
| 06 | Partial discharge of the voltage display device | pC | 2 |
Outline & Installation Dimensions

Figure: outline and installation dimensions of JN2-40.5/25-□ and JN2-40.5/25-(WQ)-□
Structural Features
The operating system of this earthing switch is designed as a spring-stored-energy type with fast closing capability. On closing, the operating link drives the gear to close the main shaft; opening is similar. Different models of high-voltage live-display devices can be fitted, and the supporting insulators can be epoxy resin or DXN-type passive live-display devices.
Service Conditions
- Ambient air temperature: maximum +40℃; minimum -10℃ in ordinary areas and -25℃ in severe cold areas. Note: storage and transport permitted at -30℃;
- Altitude not exceeding 1000 m;
- Relative humidity: daily average not exceeding 95%, monthly average not exceeding 90%;
- Seismic intensity not exceeding 8 degrees;
- Locations without fire or explosion hazards, severe pollution, chemical corrosion or violent vibration.
- Note: if the service conditions exceed the above, they shall be agreed between the user and the manufacturer.
Related Products
Earthing switches of the same series and other types available:
- JN2-40.5/25 indoor HV earthing switch
- JN15-12/31.5 indoor HV earthing switch
- JN22-40.5/31.5 indoor HV earthing switch
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