G&W Electric Co.'s distribution reclosers and overhead switches are rated up to 38 kV for a variety of applications. Their flexible designs include options for local and remote operation, as well as integration with distribution automation and automatic transfer control solutions.
Field-Tested Reliability - Are electronically controlled vacuum interrupter switches, making them more reliable for load switching and overcurrent protection.
Switches for Any Application - Reclosers and overhead switches are available for distribution systems up to 38kV and can be installed on the pole or in a substation or padmount, depending on the application.
Flexible Operation - Are available for manual, remote supervisory, distribution automation or automatic transfer control applications.
Reduced Maintenance Costs - Eliminate the need for routine maintenance and improve personnel safety with overall dependable performance, dead-tank design and solid dielectric insulation.
Dead-Tank Technology - The dead-tank design of our Viper-S, Viper-ST and Viper-SP reduces wildlife interruptions and increases operator safety with modules at ground potential.
Site-Ready Designs - The distribution reclosers and overhead switches can be provided in site-ready configuration with customized frames, connected lightning arresters, primary and secondary wired PTs, and jumpers, along with wildlife protectors on all terminals. Site-ready designs allow end-users to save on preparation and installation time