Eaton Arabia VacClad – Metal-Clad Medium-Voltage Switchgear for High-Demand Environments
Eaton Arabia specializes in delivering advanced power solutions, aiming to improve lives and environments through superior power-management technologies. We equip customers with sustainable, efficient, and reliable systems. One such offering is VacClad, our metal-clad medium-voltage switchgear engineered for optimal safety, performance, and flexibility.
Versatile Power Management with VacClad
VacClad operates across a voltage range of 5 kV to 15 kV and handles continuous currents of up to 4,000 amps. Additionally, it delivers strong protection with interrupt ratings reaching 63 kAIC. This versatile switchgear suits various applications, including distribution control, main-main automatic transfer, main-tie-main schemes, and service disconnects. Moreover, each VacClad unit is customizable for both indoor and outdoor environments. You can also select low-profile configurations (80″) to meet specific spatial and design requirements.
Robust Construction and Safety First
Built with a compartmentalized, metal-clad design that meets IEEE C37.20.2 and CSA C22.2 No. 31-14 standards, VacClad ensures both reliability and safety. Key safety features include:
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Horizontal drawout circuit breakers and VT/CPT drawers
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Mechanical interlocks enforcing correct operation
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Fully insulated bus conductors and connections
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Motorized racking option (MR2) allowing breaker handling from outside arc-flash zones
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UL/CSA listing available for added compliance
These features work together to enhance worker safety and streamline operation and maintenance protocols.
Tailored Protection and Monitoring
VacClad ships with customizable metering and protection modules. Choose technological upgrades that match your system’s control and monitoring needs. Eaton Arabia’s engineering team helps you choose breakers, relays, and instruments. They ensure smooth integration with your system.
Why Choose VacClad from Eaton Arabia?
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Proven Performance: Delivers reliable operation under high voltages up to 15 kV and currents up to 4,000 A.
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Custom Configuration: From indoor/outdoor housings to low-profile layouts and UL/CSA certification.
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Engineered Safety: Includes mechanical interlocks, insulated buswork, and remote break-handling options.
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Flexible Design: Supports multiple breaker configurations and applications like service disconnect and automatic transfer.
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Ongoing Support: Backed by Eaton’s global electrical engineering team with 1,500+ experts and extensive service networks.
Complete Power Solution
VacClad integrates seamlessly with Eaton Arabia’s full range of medium-voltage services—from planning and design to commissioning and maintenance. The result: a comprehensive, future-ready solution for utilities, industrial sites, and infrastructure projects.
