RPFI Load Break and Fault Interrupting Switchgear
The G&W Electric RPFI is a 15–27 kV compact SF6 load break and fault interrupting switch for looped underground distribution and feeder automation, sold and supported in Texas and Oklahoma by Ryan Sales.
- 15/25kV classes
- max 15.5/27kV
- 630A continuous
- 12.5kA sym fault interrupting
- BIL 110/125kV
Overview
The RPFI packs three-phase load break switching and resettable fault interrupting into G&W's most compact and economical gas-insulated switch. Selectable industry and fuse-emulation TCC curves, visible break ways and motor automation with SEL, ABB or GE relays make it a workhorse for looped underground systems, and a vault version (VRPFI) handles submersible installations. It is widely used in feeder automation for airports, universities, industrial plants and municipal infrastructure.
Specifications
| Voltage class | 15 / 25 kV |
|---|---|
| Maximum voltage | 15.5 / 27 kV |
| Continuous current | 630 A |
| Symmetrical interrupting | 12.5 kA |
| BIL | 110 / 125 kV |
| Mechanical operations | 2000 |
| Insulation | SF6 gas, sealed dead-front |
| Mounting | Padmount / submersible vault (VRPFI) |
| Controls | Selectable industry and fuse-emulation TCC curves; SEL / ABB / GE relays |
| Standards | IEEE C37.72 / IEEE C37.74 / IEEE C37.60 / IEEE C57.12.28 / IEEE C57.12.29 |
Ratings from manufacturer data. Confirm your configuration with a rep.
Applications
- Looped underground distribution
- Feeder automation
- Submersible vaults
- Campus and airport networks
Spec sheets & documents
Frequently asked questions
Who sells the G&W Electric RPFI Fault Interrupting Switchgear in Texas?
Ryan Sales, a manufacturers' representative based in Magnolia, Texas, sells the G&W Electric RPFI 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 voltage classes does the RPFI switchgear come in?
The RPFI comes in 15 kV and 25 kV classes, with maximum ratings of 15.5 kV and 27 kV and BIL of 110 and 125 kV. It is rated 630 A continuous and 12.5 kA symmetrical fault interrupting, with 2,000 mechanical operations, and meets IEEE C37.72, C37.74, C37.60 and C57.12.28/29.
What is the difference between the RPFI and VRPFI?
The VRPFI is the vault version of the RPFI, built for submersible installations. Both combine three-phase load break switching with resettable fault interrupting in G&W Electric's most compact and economical gas-insulated switch, with selectable industry and fuse-emulation TCC curves, visible break ways and motor automation options.
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