AQuench Arc quenching devices (MV)
AQuench controller on the left and AQuench arc quenching device on the right
AQuench controller on the left and AQuench arc quenching device on the right

Description

AQuench arc quenching devices for medium-voltage systems operate in less than 4 milliseconds from the detection of an arc flash to mitigate the risk of personnel injuries and damage to equipment. An AQuench device is installed as a part of an AQ 100 arc protection system. When an AQ 100 series device detects an arc fault, it simultaneously triggers the AQuench arc quenching system and trips the circuit breaker(s) that feed the fault. Then, the AQuench arc quenching device creates a low-impedance parallel path for the fault current to flow through.

We offer AQuench devices in two different rated voltages: up to 17.5 kV and up to 24 kV. Please read  more about their technical specifications below.

Configure AQ-17500 in the Product Configurator Configure AQ-24000 in the Product Configurator

Highlights:

  • Auxiliary supply ranges from 110 to 250 V AC/DC.
  • Includes the quenching device as well as its controller unit, reset tool, and connection cables.
  • Additional connection fibers (3 m, 5 m, and 10 m) available.
  • Applicable to both new and retrofit installations.

AQuench controller on the left and AQuench arc quenching device on the right

Technical data

  • AQuench quenching device (AQ-17500 or AQ-24000)
  • AQuench controller unit
  • Reset tool for the quenching device
  • Connection cable

  • Maximum rated voltage: 17.5 kV
  • Short-circuit withstand: 31.5 kA for 3 s
  • BIL: 95 kV
  • Phase conductor replacement: 170 mm (total: 210 mm)
  • Electric life: 5 operations below fault current
  • Mechanical life: 30 operations

  • Maximum rated voltage: 24 kV
  • Short-circuit withstand: 50 kA for 3 s
  • BIL: 125 kV
  • Phase conductor replacement: 580 mm (total: 740 mm)
  • Electric life: 5 operations below fault current
  • Mechanical life: 30 operations

  • AX001-3 Connection fiber (3 meters)
  • AX001-5 Connection fiber (5 meters)
  • AX001-10 Connection fiber (10 meters)
  • AX001-20 Connection fiber (20 meters)

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