Switchboards & Components

Switchboard rules is critical for ensuring electrical safety and functionality. Proper construction techniques are essential for the protection and durability of electrical systems. This section covers essential aspects of switchboard construction, including access to live parts, suitability, clearances, and the orientation and location of...

Ensuring proper Switchboard Clearances is crucial for maintaining safety and functionality in electrical installations. Switchboards must be installed with adequate space, ventilation, and accessibility to prevent overheating, facilitate easy maintenance, and ensure safe emergency evacuations. General Requirements Switchboards should be installed in well-ventilated areas...

Switchboard Cooling is crucial for maintaining the efficiency and longevity of your electrical systems. Proper heat management is often overlooked, but it is essential for reliable operation. Without an adequate cooling solution, excess heat can lead to equipment failure and higher maintenance costs. Understanding...

Routine Test Requirements in HV CBs Routine tests are essential in the manufacturing process of high voltage (HV) circuit breakers. These tests are conducted on each unit before delivery to ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of the circuit breakers. Routine tests verify the...

What makes an enclosure for an electrical switchboard weatherproof and suitable for outdoor use? There are number of requirements which are not as clear cut as you might think. IP Ratings, corrosion resistance and UV stability should all be considered when veryfying if an...

Electrical Switchboards – Overcurrent protection – overload, short circuit, discrimination and cascading Overcurrent Protection Overcurrent protection comes under two main categories, Overload protection and short circuit protection. Overload protection Overload protection aims to protect conductors from the thermal effects of passing more current than...

Main switchboards are the heart of electrical supply to buildings and infrastructure, so it’s critical to specify one that’s fit-for-purpose, Standards compliant, and tested to perform. Main switchboards are commonly found in large buildings, industrial facilities, and commercial establishments where there is a substantial...

Here we will go through some of the commonly asked basic questions on electrical switchboards.     Switch board FAQs What does an electrical switchboard do? Essentially it does two things: 1) It divides up the power. In a switchboard you’ll normally have a...

Gas Circuit Breakers (GCB) are critical components in electrical switchboards for high voltage electrical systems. GCB are renowned for their ability to efficiently interrupt fault currents and protect power grids. These breakers utilize sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) gas, a potent insulating and arc-quenching medium. The...

High voltage (HV) circuit breakers are essential components of switchboards in electrical power systems, designed to interrupt fault currents and protect electrical circuits from damage and for control switching purposes. They are used in systems where the voltage levels are typically above 72.5 kV,...