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Vacuum Circuit Breaker12 kV – 40.5 kVUNVS1 & ZN63(VS1)

Medium-voltage vacuum circuit breakers for indoor air-insulated switchboards. Solid-insulated embedded poles, EL stored-energy operating mechanism, maintenance-free interrupters. Rated up to 4000 A / 63 kA.

⚡ 12 / 24 / 36 / 40.5 kV
🔋 630 – 4000 A
💥 up to 63 kA breaking
✅ IEC 62271-100
🏭 Fixed & Withdrawable
2-year warranty
24h reply
Factory-direct price
Global shipping
UNVS1-36kV vacuum circuit breaker, three-phase solid-insulated poles
UNVS1-36 kV · Withdrawable · Solid-insulated poles

Product Range

Four standard models cover 12 kV to 40.5 kV. Both fixed and withdrawable (handcart) versions available — designed for KYN28 and similar switchgear.

UNVS1-36kV vacuum circuit breaker
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UNVS1-36 kV

Voltage: 36 kV
Current: 630 – 3150 A
Breaking: up to 40 kA
Poles: Insulated cylindrical pole
Type: Withdrawable (handcart)
ZN63(VS1)-12 vacuum circuit breaker
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ZN63(VS1)-12

Voltage: 12 kV
Current: 630 – 4000 A
Breaking: 16 – 63 kA
Poles: Insulated cylindrical pole
Type: Withdrawable, KYN28 compatible
ZN63(VS1)-17.5 vacuum circuit breaker
17.5 kV

ZN63(VS1)-17.5

Voltage: 17.5 kV
Current: 630 – 3150 A
Breaking: up to 31.5 kA
Poles: Insulated cylindrical pole
Type: Fixed / Withdrawable
UNVS1 40.5kV vacuum circuit breaker
40.5 kV

UNVS1-40.5

Voltage: 40.5 kV
Current: 630 – 3150 A
Breaking: up to 40 kA (4 s)
Poles: Insulated cylindrical pole
Type: Fixed / Withdrawable
ZN63(VS1)-12 vacuum circuit breaker side view
24 kV

UNVS1-24

Voltage: 24 kV
Current: 630 – 2500 A
Breaking: 16 / 20 / 25 kA
Poles: Insulated cylindrical pole
Type: Fixed / Withdrawable
ZN63(VS1) vacuum circuit breaker control panel
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Special Designs

Higher short-time withstand on request.
Forced cooling for 4000 A.
AP technology for 3150 A at 36 kV.
Electrical accessories: gearmotor, opening / closing release for remote control.

Main Technical Data

Full range of UNVS1 medium-voltage vacuum circuit breakers. Test voltage per DIN VDE 0670 part 1000. Other values on request.

Rated voltage 12 kV 24 kV 36 kV 40.5 kV
Rated frequency50 / 60 Hz50 / 60 Hz50 / 60 Hz50 / 60 Hz
Rated normal current630 – 4000 A*630 – 2500 A630 – 3150 A*630 – 3150 A*
Rated short-circuit breaking current (symm.)16 / 20 / 25 / 31.5 / 40 / 50 / 63 kA16 / 20 / 25 kA16 / 20 / 25 / 31.5 / 40 kA16 / 20 / 25 / 31.5 / 40 kA
Rated short-circuit making current40 – 158 kA40 / 80 kA40 – 100 kA40 – 100 kA
Rated duration of short-circuit3 s3 s3 s4 s
Fixed / Withdrawable versionBothBothBothBoth
Weight73 – 105 kg94 – 180 kg147 – 260 kg290 – 365 kg
ConstructionEmbedded poleEmbedded poleAssembled / EmbeddedAssembled pole

* 4000 A with forced cooling · 3150 A with forced cooling in AP technology · Higher short-time withstand values available on request.

Why UNVS1 Vacuum Circuit Breakers

Designed for networks with high switching frequency and repeated short-circuit breaking operations.

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Solid-Insulated Embedded Poles

Each vacuum interrupter is cast in resin during moulding — protected from shock, pollution and condensation. Ideal for humid and dusty environments.

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EL Stored-Energy Mechanism

Free-trip type with independent opening and closing regardless of the operator's action. Low maintenance requirement.

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Maintenance-Free Interrupters

Vacuum interrupters are maintenance-free throughout their service life. No adverse effect on the vacuum even from frequent operation.

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Auto-Reclosing Ready

Exceptionally high operating reliability and long life — suitable for auto-reclosing duty on overhead lines and cable feeders.

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Compact & Light

Extremely compact, strongly built and low in weight. Small dimensions together with high interrupting capacity.

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Remote Control Ready

Can be remote-controlled when fitted with dedicated electrical accessories: gearmotor, opening and closing release.

Applications

UNVS1 circuit breakers handle all load-breaking operations occurring in practice — including short-circuit currents.

Cable control & protection
Overhead line control & protection
Transformers & distribution substations
Motor control & protection
Generator control & protection
Capacitor bank switching
High-inrush motors (>600 A starting)
Ripple control systems

Built for Real Network Conditions

Their switching capacity is sufficient to handle any conditions arising from switching of equipment and system components under normal operating and fault conditions — particularly short-circuits.

  • Short-circuit currents
  • Overhead lines under load and no-load conditions
  • Cables under load and no-load conditions
  • Transformers under load and no-load conditions
  • Generators under load and no-load conditions
  • Capacitor banks (including parallel switching)
ZN63(VS1) vacuum circuit breaker operating mechanism

Why Buy From UNISUN ELECTRIC

Wenzhou Unisun Electric Co., Ltd. — manufacturer of MV electrical equipment, exporting to 60+ countries.

12-40.5 kV
Full voltage range
63 kA
Max breaking capacity
IEC 62271-100
International standard
24 hours
Quotation turnaround

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between fixed and withdrawable (handcart) versions?
The withdrawable version sits on a rolling chassis and can be pulled out of the switchgear bay for maintenance or replacement without de-energising the busbar — standard for KYN28 switchgear. The fixed version is bolted in place, more economical and used in compact or ring-main units.
What standard do your vacuum circuit breakers comply with?
UNVS1 series circuit breakers are life-long sealed pressure devices built to IEC 62271-100 and CEI EN 62271-100. Test voltage follows DIN VDE 0670 part 1000, list 2.
Are the vacuum interrupters really maintenance-free?
Yes. The vacuum interrupters are maintenance-free throughout their service life, and there is no adverse effect on the vacuum even from frequent switching of operating and short-circuit currents. The EL operating mechanism has a low maintenance requirement.
Can you supply 4000 A or higher breaking capacity?
Yes — 4000 A is available with forced cooling on the 12 kV version, and breaking capacity up to 63 kA. 3150 A at 36 kV is available with forced cooling in AP technology. Higher short-time withstand values on request.
What is the lead time and warranty?
Standard models ship in 15-30 days depending on quantity and configuration. All circuit breakers carry a 2-year warranty. We ship CIF worldwide and keep a local warehouse in Lusaka, Zambia for African customers.

Request a Quotation

Tell us your requirement — rated voltage, current, breaking capacity, fixed or withdrawable type, quantity. We reply within 24 hours with a confirmed quotation.

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