{"id":24397,"date":"2020-02-04T08:12:19","date_gmt":"2020-02-04T13:12:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/benshaw.com\/?page_id=24397"},"modified":"2022-02-25T08:00:35","modified_gmt":"2022-02-25T13:00:35","slug":"load-break-switch-controls","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/benshaw.com\/motor-control-solutions\/medium-voltage-motor-control\/specialty-products\/load-break-switch-controls\/","title":{"rendered":"Load Break Switch Controls"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id='full_slider_1'  class='avia-fullwidth-slider main_color avia-shadow  av-small-hide av-mini-hide  avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_one_full  avia-builder-el-first   container_wrap sidebar_right' style=' '  ><div   data-size='no scaling'  data-lightbox_size='large'  data-animation='slide'  data-conditional_play=''  data-ids='18468'  data-video_counter='0'  data-autoplay='false'  data-bg_slider='false'  data-slide_height=''  data-handle='av_slideshow_full'  data-interval='5'  data-class=' '  data-el_id=''  data-css_id=''  data-scroll_down=''  data-control_layout='av-control-default'  data-custom_markup=''  data-perma_caption=''  data-autoplay_stopper=''  data-image_attachment=''  data-min_height='0px'  data-src=''  data-position='top left'  data-repeat='no-repeat'  data-attach='scroll'  data-stretch=''  class='avia-slideshow avia-slideshow-1  av-control-default av-default-height-applied avia-slideshow-no scaling av_slideshow_full   avia-slide-slider '  itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" ><ul class='avia-slideshow-inner ' style='padding-bottom: 25.46875%;' ><li  class=' av-single-slide slide-1 ' ><div data-rel='slideshow-1' class='avia-slide-wrap '   ><div class = \"caption_fullwidth av-slideshow-caption caption_bottom\"><div class = \"container caption_container\"><div class = \"slideshow_caption\"><div class = \"slideshow_inner_caption\"><div class = \"slideshow_align_caption\"><h2  style='font-size:38px; ' class='avia-caption-title  '  itemprop=\"name\" >Medium Voltage Load Break Interrupter Switches<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><img src='https:\/\/benshaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/header-mv-products-002-scaled.jpg' width='2560' height='652' title='header-mv-products-002' alt=''  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\"   \/><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><div id='after_full_slider_1'  class='main_color av_default_container_wrap container_wrap sidebar_right' style=' '  ><div class='container' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-24397'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<div class=\"flex_column av_one_full  flex_column_div first  avia-builder-el-1  el_after_av_slideshow_full  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  \" ><p><div  style='padding-bottom:10px; ' class='av-special-heading av-special-heading-h3    avia-builder-el-2  el_before_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-first  '><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >MVDISC Series<\/h3><div class='special-heading-border'><div class='special-heading-inner-border' ><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Benshaw\u2019s free-standing MVDISC Series Medium Voltage Load Break Interrupter Switch is the latest design in medium voltage high current switching equipment for a wide range of applications. The fused interrupter switch provides an economical means of disconnect and short circuit protection for medium voltage loads such as transformers, single circuit or multi-circuit systems. The switch is provided in a NEMA rated enclosure configured for use as a standalone unit, in an equipment line-up or MCC.<br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-26017\" src=\"https:\/\/benshaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/mvdisc-freestanding-load-interrupter-switch.jpg\" alt=\"Benshaw MVDISC Freestanding Load Load Break Interrupter Switch\" width=\"25%\" height=\"auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/benshaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/mvdisc-freestanding-load-interrupter-switch.jpg 300w, https:\/\/benshaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/mvdisc-freestanding-load-interrupter-switch-136x300.jpg 136w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Key Advantages<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Bolts directly to Benshaw MCC line-up or starter<\/li>\n<li>UL labeled up to 4800 volts<\/li>\n<li>Available in 400, 600 and 1200 amp ratings<\/li>\n<li>Available up to 13800 volts<\/li>\n<li>Class E fusing included*<\/li>\n<li>Configurable with added options<\/li>\n<li>Load break rated<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><small>* For use on motor loads, Class R fuse will be provided and must be specified by customer<\/small><\/p>\n<h3>Standard Features<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Load break fault make<\/li>\n<li>60kV BIL up to 7.2kV, 90kV BIL for 15kV<\/li>\n<li>Symmetric fault ratings of 50kA for 2.4 \u2014 7.2kV<\/li>\n<li>NEMA 12 enclosure<\/li>\n<li>Viewing window to verify switch position<\/li>\n<li>Enclosure MV door interlocked with switch mechanism to prevent access while switch is on<\/li>\n<li>Operating mechanism lockable in the off position<\/li>\n<li>Load side grounding in off position<\/li>\n<li>Blown fuse indication<\/li>\n<li>Welded 11 gauge steel construction<\/li>\n<li>Enclosure finish meets ASTM A252-9 or A525-83, G-90 designation<\/li>\n<li>Line and load landing pads with NEMA bolt pattern<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<div  style='padding-bottom:10px; ' class='av-special-heading av-special-heading-h3    avia-builder-el-4  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_textblock  '><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >FVMD Series<\/h3><div class='special-heading-border'><div class='special-heading-inner-border' ><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Benshaw has developed a small footprint load break disconnect switch that is ideal for servicing your existing equipment. Benshaw\u2019s cost effective solution allows customers to put a maintenance disconnect directly next to the equipment using the smallest possible footprint. Using a Benshaw FVMD Series Load Break Interrupter Switch, maintenance and service employees will have line-of-sight visibility to ensure that power is off and connected equipment is safe to service. The low profile design is ideal for environments where height is a concern, particularly in mining.<\/p>\n<h3>Key Advantages<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Compact design<\/li>\n<li>Available up to 600A full rated amps<\/li>\n<li>Class E fusing included<\/li>\n<li>Load break rated<\/li>\n<li>Bus available for line-ups<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Standard Features<\/h3>\n<p>The standard medium voltage combination \u201cFVMD\u201d package includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Load break fault make<\/li>\n<li>60kV BIL<\/li>\n<li>Symmetric fault rating of 50kA for 2.4 \u2014 5kV Class<\/li>\n<li>NEMA 12 or 3R Enclosure<\/li>\n<li>Top cable entry\/bottom cable exit<\/li>\n<li>Disconnect switch:<br \/>\n&#8211; Flange handle<br \/>\n&#8211; Load break\/fault make<br \/>\n&#8211; Grounding bar<br \/>\n&#8211; Viewing window<\/li>\n<li>Individual fusing:<br \/>\n&#8211; Class \u201cE\u201d<br \/>\n&#8211; Blown fuse indication<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<div  style='padding-bottom:10px; ' class='av-special-heading av-special-heading-h3    avia-builder-el-6  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_textblock  '><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >CFMVDISC2H Series<\/h3><div class='special-heading-border'><div class='special-heading-inner-border' ><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Benshaw is now able to offer the same rugged and reliable disconnect design, but in a smaller package for your smaller current needs. Enclosures are available in NEMA 1 and NEMA 12 configurations. The enclosure consists of two distinct compartments that are completely isolated for maintenance. Standard combination CFMVDISC2H Series Dual Load Break Interrupter Switches are supplied with individual load break\/fault make disconnect isolation switches, and Class \u201cE\u201d fuses available up to 200E.<\/p>\n<h3>Key Advantages<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Bolts directly to Benshaw MCC line-up or starter<\/li>\n<li>Available up to 200A full rated amps<\/li>\n<li>Class E fusing included<\/li>\n<li>Load break rated<\/li>\n<li>Compact designs saves space<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Standard Features<\/h3>\n<p>The standard dual medium voltage combination \u201cDISC2H\u201d package includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Load break fault make<\/li>\n<li>60kV BIL<\/li>\n<li>Symmetric fault rating of 50kA for 2.4 \u2014 5kV Class<\/li>\n<li>NEMA 12 enclosure<\/li>\n<li>Two disconnect switches:<br \/>\n&#8211; Flange handle<br \/>\n&#8211; Load break\/fault make<br \/>\n&#8211; Grounding bar<br \/>\n&#8211; Viewing window<\/li>\n<li>Individual fusing:<br \/>\n&#8211; Class \u201cE\u201d up to 200E max.<br \/>\n&#8211; Blown fuse indication<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><hr \/>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/benshaw.com\/contact\/\">Contact us<\/a> to learn more about Benshaw medium voltage load break switches.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Benshaw medium voltage load break switch controls provide high current disconnect and short circuit protection for medium voltage loads.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":10868,"menu_order":2,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_price":"","_stock":"","_tribe_ticket_header":"","_tribe_default_ticket_provider":"","_tribe_ticket_capacity":"0","_ticket_start_date":"","_ticket_end_date":"","_tribe_ticket_show_description":"","_tribe_ticket_show_not_going":false,"_tribe_ticket_use_global_stock":"","_tribe_ticket_global_stock_level":"","_global_stock_mode":"","_global_stock_cap":"","_tribe_rsvp_for_event":"","_tribe_ticket_going_count":"","_tribe_ticket_not_going_count":"","_tribe_tickets_list":"[]","_tribe_ticket_has_attendee_info_fields":false,"footnotes":""},"ticketed":false,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/benshaw.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/24397"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/benshaw.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/benshaw.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/benshaw.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/benshaw.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=24397"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/benshaw.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/24397\/revisions"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/benshaw.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/10868"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/benshaw.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=24397"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}