12 kV series · Indoor switchgear

VQLA-12GDMiddle-mounted three-position vacuum circuit breaker

VQLA-12GD/630-25 assembly shown. Match the complete model, current / breaking-duty pair and cabinet interfaces to the approved order drawing.

A middle-mounted indoor assembly combining circuit-breaking, isolation and earthing functions in the GD configuration. Confirm the rated combination, switch arrangement and cabinet interface against the approved project drawing.

Rated voltage
12 kV
Rated frequency
50 Hz
Rated current
630 / 1,250 A
Listed combinations
630 A / 25 kA; 1,250 A / 31.5 kA
Mechanical life
10,000 operations

Select VQLA-12GD/630-25 or VQLA-12GD/1250-31.5, then confirm the complete rating pair and cabinet interface for the ordered assembly.

See all 25 technical parameters

Technical specifications.

Match the electrical and mechanical ratings to the complete VQLA-12GD model. Confirm the current / breaking-duty pair before selecting cabinet interfaces.

VQLA-12GD technical parameters
No.ItemUnitValue
01Rated voltagekV12
02Rated frequencyHz50
03Rated currentA630 / 1,250
04Rated short-circuit breaking currentkA25 / 31.5
05Rated short-circuit making currentkA63 / 80
06Rated peak withstand currentkA63 / 80
07Rated short-time withstand current — breaker (including isolating switch)kA / s25 / 4; 31.5 / 4
08Rated short-time withstand current — earthing switchkA / s25 / 2; 31.5 / 2
09Main-circuit resistanceµΩ≤ 90 (630 A); ≤ 60 (1,250 A)
10Power-frequency withstand voltage, 1 min (earth/phase; vacuum or isolating gap)kV / kV42 / 48
11Lightning-impulse withstand voltage, peak (earth/phase; vacuum or isolating gap)kV / kV75 / 85
12Rated single capacitor-bank breaking currentA400
13Mechanical lifeoperations10,000
14Contact gapmm8–10
15Contact overtravel (contact-spring compression)mm3–4
16Cumulative contact wear limitmm3
17Average closing speedm/s0.5–0.9
18Average opening speedm/s0.9–1.5
19Rated contact pressureN2,000 ± 200 (630 A); 3,100 ± 200 (1,250 A)
20Contact bounce timems≤ 3
21Three-phase opening / closing asynchronismms≤ 1
22Pole centre distancemm210 ± 2
23Clearance between live parts and to earthmm≥ 125
24Stored-energy operating-handle torqueN·m≤ 80
25Closing / opening operating forceN≤ 10 / ≤ 10

Use the VQLA-12GD/630-25 or VQLA-12GD/1250-31.5 rating pair. The withstand values are 42 / 48 kV/kV at power frequency and 75 / 85 kV/kV at lightning impulse: phase-to-earth / phase-to-phase first, then across the vacuum / isolating gap. Confirm project-specific test points against the approved technical schedule.

Service conditions and installation requirements.

VQLA-12GD is specified for 50 Hz AC networks rated 6–12 kV. Match the indoor service conditions and cabinet arrangement to the project before ordering.

VQLA-12GD service and installation requirements
CheckSpecified conditionConfirm for your project
Three-position functionsCircuit-breaking, isolation and earthing functions in the GD configuration, with manual or electric operation.Confirm operating sequence, interlocks and control interface on the approved switchgear schematic.
Application50 Hz AC networks rated 6–12 kV; listed applications include ring main units, box-type substations and indoor distribution networks.Confirm project voltage, current and short-circuit duty against a listed complete model.
Altitude and ambient temperatureAltitude ≤ 1,000 m; ambient temperature −25 °C to +40 °C.Request a technical review if the site exceeds either limit.
Humidity and environmentRelative humidity: daily average ≤ 95%; monthly average ≤ 90%. Exclude significant pollution and fire or explosion hazards from the installation environment.Confirm condensation, dust, corrosive agents and enclosure needs.
Seismic and installation angleSeismic intensity ≤ 8; installation inclination ≤ 5 degrees.Confirm mounting orientation and project seismic requirements with the manufacturer.

Confirm an agreed equipment specification for special environments or site conditions outside these limits.

VQLA-12 · Drawings

Dimensions and secondary circuits.

Choose a drawing to coordinate installation clearances or control connections. Confirm dimensions and terminal assignments against the approved project documents for the ordered model.

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Installation layout

Middle-mounted outline

Use this view to coordinate the mounting envelope and cabinet interface. Check mounting points and clearances against the approved project drawing before fabrication.

View outline · page 4

Confirm dimension units and tolerances on the approved project drawing before using the values for cabinet layout or fabrication.

Control wiring

Secondary-circuit diagrams

Use these circuit sheets to coordinate control connections and interlocks. Confirm terminal assignments, control supply and interlocks against the approved project schematic for the ordered model before wiring.

View circuit diagrams · page 6

Product documentation.

The manual covers service conditions, operating instructions, outline dimensions and secondary circuits.

Cover of the VQLA-12GD installation and operation manual.

Product manual

VQLA-12GD installation and operation manual

Application conditions, model designation, rated parameters, outline dimensions and secondary circuits.

Price & quotation.

Configuration · VQLA-12GD/1250-25

VQLA-12GD/1250-25 three-position vacuum circuit breaker

Price reference for the specified VQLA-12GD/1250-25 configuration. Middle-mounted GD assembly; confirm cabinet interfaces and operating supply.

Rated voltage
12 kV
Rated current
1250 A
Short-circuit breaking current
25 kA
Arrangement
Middle-mounted GD

Price range

USD 630–635 / set

USD per complete three-phase set. Minimum order: 1 set. USD 635 per set for 1–9 sets; USD 630 per set for 10+ sets. Shipping and taxes are excluded. Other configurations and accessories require a separate quotation. Confirm the specification and final quotation before ordering.

The range reflects order-quantity tiers for this configuration; it does not cover every option in the series.

Quantity pricing
Published quantity tiers for this configuration
Quantity (sets)Price per set
1–9USD 635
10+USD 630

VQLA-12 · Product selection

Frequently asked questions.

Answers about model ratings, cabinet fit, service conditions and product documents.

01Which complete VQLA-12GD models are listed?

The listed models are VQLA-12GD/630-25 and VQLA-12GD/1250-31.5, pairing 630 A with 25 kA and 1,250 A with 31.5 kA. See the complete specification table for the full ratings.

02What should I verify before specifying a middle-mounted unit?

Compare the mounting interface and cabinet clearances with your switchgear arrangement, then confirm the model-specific dimensions against the approved drawing before fabrication. Review the installation checks and middle-mounted outline.

03Which service conditions should I confirm?

Confirm altitude up to 1,000 m, ambient temperature −25 °C to +40 °C, daily/monthly mean relative humidity up to 95%/90%, seismic intensity up to 8 and installation inclination up to 5 degrees. Special environments need technical review; see the full installation conditions.

04Where can I find the outline and circuit drawings?

The outline is on manual page 4 and the secondary-circuit diagrams are on page 6. Confirm dimensions and terminal assignments against the approved project documents. Open the drawing selector to view both.

05How are switching, isolation and earthing coordinated in a VQLA-12GD panel?

The GD arrangement combines circuit-breaking, isolation and earthing functions. Specify the required operating sequence, position indication and mechanical or electrical interlocks with the panel design. Match the mechanism and secondary circuits to that arrangement using the installation requirements and circuit drawings.

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