This document applies to the technical requirements for the design, testing, supply, installation, and related supporting equipment (sensors, controllers, cables, etc.) of automatic reclosing on 33kV columns in Kenya Power and Lighting Company Limited (KPLC) 33kV 50Hz medium voltage distribution network.
ROCKWILL 33kV Vacuum Automatic Recloser is pole-mounted outdoor equipment fully engineered to satisfy KPLC specification for Kenya’s 33kV overhead distribution network. Nominal system voltage 33kV, highest system voltage 36kV, equipment rated voltage 38kV, minimum rated continuous current 630A with optional 1250A. Vacuum interrupter for fault interruption, solid dielectric insulation. Control cabinet IP65 per IEC 60529, supporting up to four auto-reclose operations before lockout. Protection & control unit supports local/remote operation and standard communication protocols for SCADA integration. Type tests shall comply with IEC 62271-100 and KPLC mandatory witness test requirements. Designed for harsh tropical environment, anti-UV, anti-pollution, suitable for Kenya overhead distribution feeders.