In a groundbreaking development, PFISTERER’s pluggable connection system CONNEX has successfully passed Siemens Energy’s qualification for use in 420kV Clean Air switchgear. PFISTERER is the first company to be qualified for this application, making a significant contribution to environmentally friendly energy transmission. With Clean Air as an insulation medium, CONNEX offers a sustainable and reliable solution for electrical switchgear. The system’s quick and easy installation, compact footprint, and high flexibility contribute to increased efficiency. Undoubtedly, PFISTERER’s CONNEX system will play a greater role in environmentally friendly and sustainable energy transmission.
PFISTERER’s CONNEX System: A Sustainable Solution for Clean Air Switchgear
The CONNEX system by PFISTERER has successfully qualified for use in 420kV Clean Air switchgear, making it the first company to be qualified for this application. By using Clean Air as an insulating medium instead of the well-known SF6 gas, PFISTERER is providing an environmentally friendly and climate-friendly solution. Clean Air is composed of natural components found in the surrounding air, such as oxygen and nitrogen. This qualification confirms the reliability of the CONNEX system for Clean Air applications and represents a significant step towards sustainable energy transmission.
PFISTERER’s CONNEX product family has successfully passed Siemens Energy’s qualification for 420kV Clean Air applications, making it the first pluggable connection technology for switchgear. The socket, serving as the interface to the switchgear, has successfully undergone the dielectric type test with Clean Air according to IEC 62271-203. The socket design has been tested under elevated pressure conditions, ensuring its reliability and suitability for use in environmentally friendly power transmission.
PFISTERER’s CONNEX system, qualified for 420kV Clean Air switchgear, is a crucial component in achieving environmentally friendly energy transmission and distribution. With its reliable and sustainable solution, using Clean Air as an insulation medium, PFISTERER contributes to minimizing the environmental impact of electrical switchgear. The quick and easy installation of the CONNEX system, with its compact design and high flexibility, enhances efficiency and promotes a greener and more sustainable energy transmission.
The successful qualification of the CONNEX system for Clean Air confirms its reliability and represents a significant advancement towards environmentally friendly energy transmission. With its plug-in capability, the CONNEX system allows for quick and easy installation, requiring minimal space while offering high flexibility. This technology is poised to make an even greater contribution to sustainability in the future.
The qualification of PFISTERER’s CONNEX system for 420kV Clean Air switchgear represents a significant advancement in the development of environmentally friendly energy transmission technologies. By utilizing Clean Air as an insulating medium and the plug-in capability of the CONNEX system, PFISTERER offers a reliable and sustainable solution for electrical switchgear. The system’s fast and easy installation, combined with its small footprint and high flexibility, contributes to increased efficiency. Undoubtedly, PFISTERER’s CONNEX system will make an even greater contribution to environmentally friendly and sustainable energy transmission.
