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    IEEE Guide for the Application, Operation, and Maintenance of High-Voltage Fuses, Distribution Enclosed Single-Pole Air Switches, Fuse Disconnecting Switches, and Accessories

    Available format(s):  PDF

    Superseded date:  31-08-2020

    Language(s):  English

    Published date:  20-05-2005

    Publisher:  Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers

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    1 Overview
      1.1 Scope
      1.2 Background
      1.3 Description of fuse-enclosure packages (FEPs) using
           expulsion-type indoor power class fuses
      1.4 Description of FEPs using current-limiting type indoor
           distribution and power class fuses
    2 References
    3 Abbreviations
    4 General application guidelines for all fuse types
      4.1 Introduction
      4.2 Service conditions
      4.3 Selection of class and type of fuse
      4.4 Clearances and spacing
      4.5 Fuse position
      4.6 Noise level
      4.7 Selection of fuse voltage rating
      4.8 Selection of continuous current rating (all applications
           except capacitor fuses and fuses used in enclosures)
      4.9 Selection of interrupting rating
      4.10 Fuse-to-fuse coordination procedure
      4.11 Coordination for motor starter fuses (motor protection)
      4.12 Effects of ambient temperature on a fuse
    5 Additional application guidelines for specific devices
      5.1 Current-limiting fuses
      5.2 Current-limiting fuses used in fuse enclosure packages
      5.3 Expulsion fuses in enclosures
      5.4 External fuses for shunt capacitors
    6 Operation guidelines for various fuse types
      6.1 Use of nonexpendable cap on expendable-cap cutouts
      6.2 Operating speed
      6.3 Locking or latching of fuses, blades, or links in closed
           position
      6.4 Fuseholder position
      6.5 Voltage withstand of blown fuses
      6.6 Replacement and handling of fuses
      6.7 Replacement of exhaust control device
      6.8 Operation of energized fuses
      6.9 Storing spare fuse units and replaceable parts
    7 Additional operation guidelines for specific devices
      7.1 Capacitor
      7.2 Liquid-submerged expulsion fuses in enclosures
    8 Maintenance for all fuse types
      8.1 Safety precautions
      8.2 Frequency of maintenance
      8.3 Inspection of fuse or switching device
      8.4 Inspection of fuse links in distribution cutouts
    9 Additional maintenance guidelines for specific devices
      9.1 Capacitor fuses
      9.2 Liquid-submerged expulsion fuses in enclosures
    Annex A (informative) Bibliography

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    Describes information on the application, operation, and maintenance of high-voltage fuses (above 1000 V), distribution enclosed single-pole air switches, fuse disconnecting switches, and accessories for use on ac distribution systems. Devices with rated maximum voltages to 169 kV are covered.

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    Committee Switchgear
    Development Note Supersedes IEEE DRAFT C37.48. (11/1999)
    Document Type Standard
    Publisher Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers
    Status Superseded
    Superseded By
    Supersedes

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    IEEE C37.48.1-2002 IEEE Guide for the Operation, Classification, Application, and Coordination of Current-Limiting Fuses with Rated Voltages 1-38kV
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    IEEE C37.43-2008 IEEE Standard Specifications for High-Voltage Expulsion, Current-Limiting, and Combination-Type Distribution and Power Class External Fuses, with Rated Voltages from 1 kV through 38 kV, Used for the Protection of Shunt Capacitors
    IEEE C37.46-2010 FOR HIGH VOLTAGE EXPULSION AND CURRENT-LIMITING TYPE POWER CLASS FUSES AND FUSE DISCONNECTING SWITCHES
    IEEE 1036-2010 IEEE Guide for the Application of Shunt Power Capacitors
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    IEEE C37.95-2014 IEEE Guide for Protective Relaying of Utility-Consumer Interconnections
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    IEEE C37.20.9-2019 IEEE Standard for Metal-Enclosed Switchgear Rated 1 kV to 52 kV Incorporating Gas Insulating Systems
    IEEE C37.42-2016 REDLINE IEEE Standard Specifications for High-Voltage (>1000 V) Fuses and Accessories
    IEEE C37.48.1-2011 REDLINE IEEE Guide for the Application, Operation, and Coordination of High-Voltage (>1000 V) Current-Limiting Fuses

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    IEC 60282-1:2009+AMD1:2014 CSV High-voltage fuses - Part 1: Current-limiting fuses
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    NEMA CP 1:2000 (R2008) SHUNT CAPACITORS
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    IEEE C37.40-2003 IEEE Standard Service Conditions and Definitions for High-Voltage Fuses, Distribution Enclosed Single-Pole Air Switches, Fuse Disconnecting Switches, and Accessories
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    IEEE 18-2012 IEEE Standard for Shunt Power Capacitors
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    IEC 60282-2:2008 High-voltage fuses - Part 2: Expulsion fuses
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