LPFI Load Break and Fault Interrupting Switchgear
The G&W Electric LPFI is a 15–38 kV sealed SF6 switchgear combining load break switching and fault interrupting for underground distribution protection and sectionalizing, sold and supported in Texas and Oklahoma by Ryan Sales.
- 15.5-38kV
- 630-900A continuous
- 12.5-25kA fault interrupting
- sealed dead-front SF6 design
- IEEE switchgear standards
Overview
The LPFI combines load break switching with resettable fault interrupting in a sealed SF6-insulated package rated to 38kV. With 630-900A continuous ratings and 12.5-25kA interrupting options, it protects and sectionalizes underground distribution circuits in padmount and vault installations.
Specifications
| Voltage class | 15.5–38 kV |
|---|---|
| Continuous current | 630–900 A |
| Fault interrupting | 12.5–25 kA |
| Insulation | SF6 gas, sealed dead-front |
| Mounting | Padmount / vault |
| Standards | IEEE switchgear standards |
Ratings from manufacturer data. Confirm your configuration with a rep.
Applications
- Underground distribution protection
- Sectionalizing
- Padmount and vault installations
Spec sheets & documents
Frequently asked questions
Who sells the G&W Electric LPFI Fault Interrupting Switchgear in Texas?
Ryan Sales, a manufacturers' representative based in Magnolia, Texas, sells the G&W Electric LPFI Fault Interrupting Switchgear and has represented G&W Electric in Texas since 1984. Its regional reps support customers across Texas and Oklahoma. Call (281) 363-1106 or request a quote on this page.
What fault interrupting ratings does the LPFI offer?
The LPFI offers 12.5 to 25 kA fault interrupting options, with 630 to 900 A continuous ratings and a voltage range of 15.5 to 38 kV. It combines load break switching with resettable fault interrupting in a sealed, dead-front SF6 package built to IEEE switchgear standards.
How does the LPFI compare with the RPFI?
The LPFI is rated up to 38 kV with 630 to 900 A continuous and 12.5 to 25 kA interrupting, while the RPFI tops out at 27 kV, 630 A and 12.5 kA. The RPFI is G&W Electric's most compact and economical gas-insulated switch; both combine load break switching with resettable fault interrupting.
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