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HB3-C generator switchgear for Río Grande hydroelectric complex, Córdoba - Argentina

Power Utilities

Empresa Provincial de Energía de Córdoba (EPEC)

Río Grande hydroelectric complex
Córdoba,
Argentina
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The customer required a retrofit of their BBC generator switchgear type DB20 in order to enhance their hydro power plant’s performance and reliability. 
  • Four set HB3-C generator switchgear with vacuum switching technology for a hydro power plant retrofit project.
  • Rated voltage of 24 kV, rated operating current of 10,000 A, and rated short-circuit current of 106 kA.
  • Indoor application.
  • Busbar connection on generator and transformer side.
  • One-to-one adaption to existing busbar by means of customized adapter.
  • Supporting structure with rolling system matching existing GCB rail system.
  • Customized solution tailored to customer requirements.
  • Seamless integration into existing site conditions.
  • SF6-free switching technology.
Pumped-storage hydro power plant
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