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With the improvement of social productivity and people's quality of life, the demand for electricity is continuously increasing. To ensure the effectiveness of power grid system configuration, it is necessary to reasonably construct distribution networks based on actual conditions. However, during the operation of distribution network systems, 17.5kV ring main units play a very important role, so the impact caused by failures is extremely significant. At this point, it is essential to adopt reas

DTU (Distribution Terminal Unit), a substation terminal in distribution automation systems, is secondary equipment installed in switching stations, distribution rooms, N2 Insulation ring main units (RMUs), and box-type substations. It bridges primary equipment and the distribution automation master station. Older N2 Insulation RMUs without DTUs cannot communicate with the master station, failing to meet automation requirements. While replacing entire RMUs with new DTU-integrated models would sol

In the rational application of intelligent technologies, the integrated intelligent ring main unit in 10kV distribution automation construction is more conducive to improving the construction level of 10kV distribution automation and ensuring the stability of 10kV distribution automation construction.1 Research Background Integrated intelligent ring main unit.(1) The integrated intelligent ring main unit adopts more advanced technologies, including but not limited to network technology, communic

Gas-insulated ring main units are compact and expandable switchgear suitable for medium-voltage power distribution automation systems. These devices are used for 12~40.5 kV ring network power supply, dual radial power supply systems, and terminal power supply applications, serving as control and protection devices for electrical energy. They are also suitable for installation in pad-mounted substations.By distributing and scheduling electrical energy, they ensure the stable operation of power sy

A "2-in 4-out 10 kVsolid-insulated ring main unit" refers to a specific type of ring main unit (RMU). The term "2-in 4-out" indicates that this RMU has two incoming feeders and four outgoing feeders.10 kVsolid-insulated ring main unit are equipment used in medium-voltage power distribution systems, primarily installed in substations, distribution stations, and transformer stations to distribute high-voltage power to low-voltage distribution networks. They generally consist of high-voltage incomi

Gas insulation is primarily based on SF₆ gas. SF₆ has extremely stable chemical properties and exhibits excellent dielectric strength and arc-quenching performance, making it widely used in electrical power equipment. SF₆-insulated switchgear features a compact structure and small size, is unaffected by external environmental factors, and demonstrates exceptional adaptability.However, SF₆ is internationally recognized as one of the six major greenhouse gases. Leakage from SF₆-insulated switchgea

Eco-friendly gas-insulated ring main units (RMUs) are important power distribution equipment in electrical systems, featuring green, environmentally friendly, and high-reliability characteristics. During operation, arc formation and interruption characteristics significantly affect the safety of eco-friendly gas-insulated RMUs. Therefore, in-depth research on these aspects is of great significance for ensuring the safe and stable operation of power systems. This article aims to investigate the a

From the perspective of insulation performance, sulfur hexafluoride SF6 exhibits excellent insulating properties. Its dielectric strength is approximately 2.5 times that of air, effectively ensuring the insulation performance of electrical equipment under standard atmospheric pressure and ambient temperature. The new SF6 gas free gases used in SF6 gas-free switchgear—such as certain gas mixtures—can also meet insulation requirements, though their specific values vary depending on the formulation

(1) The contact gap is primarily determined by insulation coordination parameters, interruption parameters, contact material of the high-voltage SF₆-free ring main unit, and the design of the magnetic blowout chamber. In practical application, a larger contact gap is not necessarily better; instead, the contact gap should be adjusted as close as possible to its lower limit to reduce operating energy consumption and extend service life.(2) The determination of contact overtravel is related to fac

Insulation degradation in power equipment is generally caused by multiple factors. During operation, insulation materials (such as epoxy resin and cable terminations) gradually deteriorate due to thermal, electrical, and mechanical stresses, leading to the formation of voids or cracks. Alternatively, contamination and moisture—such as dust or salt deposition or high-humidity environments—can increase surface conductivity, triggering corona discharge or surface tracking. Additionally, lightning s