Eaton
2300 Badger Drive
Waukesha, WI 53188-5951
tel: 877-277-4636
ConnieASmith@eaton.com
Date
For Release
Contact
October 22, 2013
Immediately
Connie Smith, (262) 691-8227
Eaton’s New Type D-73P Polymer Disconnect Switch Offers Dependable Line
Sectionalizing and Isolation of Distribution Circuits
WAUKESHA, Wis. … Power management company Eaton today announced that its Cooper
Power Systems division is providing durable switching on distribution circuits with its new
easy-to-use type D-73P polymer disconnect switch. The new switch allows linemen to reduce
field time when sectionalizing and isolating distribution circuits, increasing system reliability
and overall efficiency.
“Our new D-73P disconnect switch incorporates proven UltraSIL™ polymer insulator
technology to provide end users with a safe, reliable product designed to improve on-the-job
efficiencies,” said Tim Brenny, global product manager, Eaton’s Cooper Power Systems
division. “It features quality construction allowing for a stable high-current capability and full
thermal capacity, along with a wide range of features for enhanced reliability, improved field
operations and increased ease of installation.”
Through the utilization of proven UltraSIL polymer insulator technology, the product is able to
offer increased insulating performance in high-contaminate environments and include a high
level of safety, flexibility and strength. Additionally, using UltraSIL insulators lowers the
product’s susceptibility to breakages due to vandalism.
Beyond its polymer insulators, the new D-73P disconnect switches also offer added stability
and current transfer through the use of silver-plated copper blades. Working together, the
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blades increase the efficiency of the current transfer, while the blade stabilizer allows the
product to better withstand short-circuit current and rough operation. Its new current transfer
path, lower contact and blade spacers also allow for a cooler running switch to reduce hotspots and potential failure points.
To learn more about the D-73P Polymer Disconnect Switch or any of the innovative solutions
from Eaton’s Cooper Power Systems division, please visit www.cooperpower.com.
Eaton’s Cooper Power Systems division provides a range of power delivery and reliability,
automation and control, advanced metering and demand response solutions designed to
increase efficiency and smart operations. The Power Systems business serves customers in
the utility, commercial, industrial, mining, manufacturing, renewable energy and other
markets.
Eaton’s Electrical Sector is a global leader with expertise in power distribution and circuit
protection; backup power protection; control and automation; lighting and security; structural
solutions and wiring devices; solutions for harsh and hazardous environments; and
engineering services. Eaton is positioned through its global solutions to answer today’s most
critical electrical power management challenges.
Eaton is a power management company providing energy-efficient solutions that help our
customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power. A global
technology leader, Eaton acquired Cooper Industries plc in November 2012. The 2012
revenue of the combined companies was $21.8 billion on a pro forma basis. Eaton has
approximately 102,000 employees and sells products to customers in more than 175
countries. For more information, visit www.eaton.com.
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