Automation, Protection,
Switching Applications
Gas-Free, Oil-Free,
Maintenance-Free
Easy Handling,
Easy Installation
The Cooper Power Systems Kyle® NOVA® recloser is a revolution in distribution switchgear that utilizes advanced
polymer and vacuum technologies to increase value for distribution systems. Cooper has combined solid
cycloaliphatic-epoxy polymer-encapsulated vacuum interrupters with a reliable, lightweight operating mechanism that
utilizes a magnetic actuator to provide a lifetime of trouble-free operation.
This state-of-the-art design completely replaces liquid, foam, and gas dielectric media. NOVA reclosers, capacitor switches,
and sectionalizers are the maintenance-free alternatives in distribution system protection. The Shape of Things to Come.
THE KYLE® NOVA® TECHNOLOGY
Superior Solid Insulation
Provides Maintenance-Free and
Environmentally Safe Operation
In addition, independent testing by Arizona State
University (per IEC 815) confirmed that NOVA
cycloaliphatic epoxy is highly resistant to contaminants
and resisted tracking and flashovers under extreme
pollution levels.
The key to the NOVA advantage is the successful combination
of two technologies: cycloaliphatic-epoxy encapsulation and
the high-performance Kyle vacuum interrupter.
Hydrophobicity
The NOVA cycloaliphatic epoxy maintains excellent
hydrophobicity (a property characterized by water
beading into isolated drops) and is highly resistant to
moisture absorption. Hydrophobicity prevents
continuous sheets of water from forming leakage current
paths which, when heated by continuous flow, create a dry
band path that deteriorates the creepage withstand level.
Solid dielectric insulation eliminates the need for
insulating gas, foam, or liquid, thereby greatly reducing
life-cycle maintenance costs. There is no longer the need
to monitor SF6 gas pressure or oil levels, to filter or
replenish the dielectric, to take special precautions when
handling the dielectric during maintenance, or to worry
about environmental regulations regarding disposal of
toxic or environmentally unfriendly materials.
Ultraviolet Resistance
The NOVA cycloaliphatic epoxy resists damage caused by
ultraviolet radiation. Over 30 years of proven experience
of cycloaliphatic epoxy in harsh climates confirms that
NOVA epoxy maintains a smooth, self-cleansing,
unblemished surface with low-adhesion to contaminants
when exposed to ultraviolet radiation.
Kyle Advances Filled Epoxy
Design for Outdoor Applications
Filled epoxy casting systems have been successfully
utilized as insulating material in high- and low-voltage
indoor applications for over 35 years. Recent material
advancements include durable environmental properties
that enhance epoxy success for outdoor applications.
State-of-the-art manufacturing techniques also bring key
improvements in absorption of elastic energy and
resistance to cracking and crack propagation.
Tensile Strength
The NOVA modules are tough and non-fragmenting as
they possess outstanding tensile and flexural strength
characteristics. An evincing 12-gauge-shotgun test
displays the NOVA module’s non-fragmenting property
and ability to thwart vandalism.
Combining advanced vacuum technology; a sophisticated
solid epoxy insulation system; and a proprietary,
dielectrically sound, active component, Cooper Power
Systems now provides a non-oil, non-gas, and non-foam,
solid insulation system destined to be...
NOVA Cycloaliphatic Epoxy Advantages
Surface Tracking
The NOVA module’s exceptional ability to resist electrical
tracking reduces both flashovers and the associated cost of
repairs. Results of the industry-standard incline plane test
(per ASTM D2303) revealed that cycloaliphatic epoxy is
50 percent more resistant to tracking than polyurethane.
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Vacuum interrupters in a high-vacuum brazing furnace.
NOVA Technology
Product Innovation
1992
The exceptional NOVA technology is
applied in recloser, switch, and
sectionalizer designs to fit your power
distribution needs.
Kyle, the industry’s leading manufacturer
of power distribution switchgear.
First Electronically Controlled
Vacuum Single-Phase Recloser
1997
Switches
First Vacuum Recloser with
Cycloaliphatic-Encapsulated
Axial-Magnetic Field
Interrupters
1944
First Single-Phase Recloser
with Dual Timing
1997
1946
First Three-Phase Recloser
1961
First Electronic Recloser
Control
First Vacuum Switch with
Cycloaliphatic-Encapsulated
Axial-Magnetic Field
Interrupters
2000
First Self-Testing, MicroProcessor-Based Recloser
Control with Graphical and
Custom Logic Interface
2004
First Three-Phase Recloser
with Internal Voltage Sensing
Creativity has always been a fundamental
part of the Kyle culture. Kyle firsts include:
Single Phase–VCS-1, SyncCap
Three-Phase–VCS-3, DAS
Sectionalizers
Three-Phase–TVS
Reclosers
Single-Phase–NOVA1
Three-Phase–Triple–Single, NOVA
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1963
First Motor-Operated ThreePhase Reclose
1968
First Vacuum Single-Phase
Recloser
1984
First Microprocessor-Based
Recloser Control
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AXIAL-MAGNETIC FIELD VACUUM INTERRUPTION
Kyle Leads Vacuum Technology
Kyle NOVA interrupters employ axial-magnetic contacts.
Slots are machined into the contact support structure
producing a coil that induces a magnetic field along the
axis of the interrupter. This axial-magnetic field keeps the
arc in an easier-to-interrupt diffuse mode, resulting in less
arc power to be dissipated. Furthermore, the patented
VSAM design uses the entire contact surface, resulting in
far less contact erosion. Less power to dissipate means low
thermal stress and longer life. Consequently, Cooper is
uniquely qualified to encapsulate vacuum interrupters.
Kyle engineering revolutionized the protection of highvoltage circuits with the first commercially successful
recloser, the Kyle Type H. Today, many Kyle reclosers
incorporate vacuum technologies which expand the
durability and extend the application base for vacuum
products. Cooper Power Systems’ constant development
achievements represent a detailed understanding of arc
control, thermal loads, and contact erosion. Each is pivotal to the
successful application of vacuum to solid dielectric systems.
World-Class Process
The patented axial-magnetic field vacuum interrupter,
designed and manufactured by Kyle Distribution
Switchgear, is the most advanced vacuum interrupter
design in the world. Rely on Kyle NOVA vacuum interrupters
to provide many years of dependable operation.
Electrically, the heart of the interrupter is the contact
material and structure. During the interruption of high
current, the surface of the contacts can reach its melting
temperature, liberating any residual gases or contaminants
into the vacuum.
Axial-Magnetic Design
At Kyle Distribution Switchgear, high-purity copper and
chromium disks are machined into contacts. After electropolishing, parts are assembled in a contaminant-free Class
100 clean room, then loaded into a vacuum brazing
furnace for final production. All processes are certified to
ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Provides fast, low-energy arc interruption
• Ensures long contact and interrupter life
• Experiences low mechanical stress while
ensuring maximum operating safety
• Eliminates production of toxic by-products
Cooper Power Systems, Kyle Distribution Switchgear,
manufactures the most advanced vacuum interrupter in
the world. Superior to oil interruption and radial-magnetic
field vacuum interruption (see duty cycle comparison
below and IEEE 0-7803-5791-4/00), the patented axialmagnetic field Kyle vacuum interrupters provide the
longest life of any vacuum interrupter in the industry.
The Shape of Things to Come...NOVA.
HIGH-ALUMINA CERAMIC
Designed for maximum life and
long-term vacuum integrity.
BELLOWS
Permits full stroke for contact separation
without affecting vacuum seal.
CONTACT ASSEMBLY
Copper alloy chosen for anti-welding and
high-current interrupting capabilities.
Number of Trip Operations
VAPOR SHIELD
Kyle axial-magnetic field vacuum interrupter.
Innovative Design
Many vacuum interrupters employ radial-magnetic field
contacts. These use slots that are machined into the contact
structure to affect the direction of current flow during arc
interruption in such a way as to induce a radial-magnetic
field. This radial-magnetic field pushes the arc around the
circumference of the contact, minimizing wear in any one
spot. Though this method is sufficient for low and
medium current density applications, higher current levels
can cause significant contact erosion or shield burn-out.
Axial-Magnetic
Vacuum Interruption
Radial-Magnetic
Vacuum Interruption
Oil Interruption
Fault Interrupting Level (Symmetrical Amperes)
Duty cycle comparison of oil, radial-magnetic field,
and axial-magnetic field fault interruption.
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View of operating mechanism with housing cover removed.
NOVA Vacuum Interruption
Total cost of ownership analysis is appropriate for full
recognition of the total expense surrounding the
application and life of equipment. Initial purchase cost
is only one element, as installation, maintenance,
malice, and disposal must also be considered during the
equipment’s useful life.
Vacuum interruption, used in NOVA reclosers, offers
greatly enhanced contact life. A single break on each phase
is accomplished by separating contacts inside the vacuum
interrupter. All arcing is contained within the vacuum
envelope. Low-energy arc interruption, provided by axialmagnetic field technology, results in far less mechanical
shock, extending the recloser’s mechanical life.
NOVA switchgear is designed to eliminate or reduce
many of these expenses through the combined use of
advanced material technology, solid insulation, and lowheat-transfer vacuum interrupters. The innovative
NOVA approach yields operational savings.
Mechanism
The Kyle NOVA switchgear meets and exceeds
ANSI/IEEE C37.60, as it is designed for 10,000
operations: close-and-trip. The mechanism is operated by
a magnetic actuator, which uses a low-voltage power
source for operation. A fully charged battery and trip-andclose capacitors provide interrupter operation upon loss of
control power. This feature provides dead-line operation
capability–a requirement for many SCADA applications.
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No regular maintenance
Durability to withstand acts of man and nature
Gas-, oil-, foam-, and regulation-free
Lightweight and installation friendly
Advanced vacuum technology
Standardization of switch/interrupter products used on
utility distribution systems
The NOVA recloser is not only a technological
breakthrough, but a serious tool that brings true
operational savings to the utility business unit.
Internal Voltage Sensor Option
Using a high-voltage resistor within each interrupter
module with source-side connections, the sensing option,
cable, and control support a magnitude accuracy of ± 2%
and a phase accuracy of ± 1.5°. A Kyle NOVA recloser with
the internal voltage sensing option is compatible with a
Kyle Form 5 control or a Form 6 Pole-Mount control.
Quality
NOVA switchgear are designed and tested in complete
conformance with applicable ANSI C37.60
(recloser)/C37.66 (capacitor switches), IEEE, IEC, and
NEMA standards. Cooper Power Systems is strongly
committed to improving the reliability of the electric
power industry. Technological advances, including the
newest microprocessor-based controls and solid
insulation NOVA distribution switchgear products,
represent our investment in the future.
NOVA Economics
Kyle NOVA switchgear products are at the forefront of a
revolution in conventional switchgear technology. Reinventing the methodology and expanding the options
available to utility engineers and buyers, with solid
insulation, encapsulation, vacuum interruption, and
modular design with embedded current transformers,
represent a significant technological leap.
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Over 65 Years Experience
Kyle Distribution Switchgear is a long-established,
international leader in the production of distribution
switchgear, with more than a half century of design,
testing, and manufacturing experience and more than 1
million units operating worldwide.
In 1933, Kyle was founded by W. D. Kyle, Sr. Under
the direction of William Kyle, Jr., the first Kyle
automatic circuit recloser was developed and marketed
in 1941. Three years later a more sophisticated recloser,
utilizing dual-timing, quickly established Kyle as the
leading producer of automatic circuit reclosers.
KYLE DISTRIBUTION SWITCHGEAR
SOUTH MILWAUKEE, WI USA
ISO 9001:2000 Certified Quality Management System
Intelligent Solutions. Endless Possibilities.
©2004 Cooper Power Systems or its affiliates.
Kyle® is a registered trademark of Cooper Power Systems
or its affiliates.
NOVA® is a registered trademark of Cooper Power
Systems or its affiliates.
Bulletin 01010 • December 2004 • Supersedes 5/02
1045 Hickory Street
Pewaukee, WI 53072 USA
www.cooperpower.com
KMW
12/04
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NOVA™ THREE-PHASE RECLOSER
Superior Coordination and Application System Protection
❏ Overcurrent sensing, recloser
sequencing, and tripping - all
electronically controlled
❏ Operation flexibility with ac or dc,
auxiliary-powered or control-powered
interface
❏ Recloser and control accessories
provide additional customization
❏ Single current-sensing transformer
ratio for all ratings allows for control
minimum-trip values independent of
continuous-current and interrupting
ratings
❏ Compatible with Cooper Power Systems
three-phase, microprocessor-based
recloser controls and SCADA
❏ Available with internal voltage sensing
NOVA Three-Phase Recloser Data
❏ Current interruption with axialmagnetic field vacuum interrupters
❏ Pole-mount or substation application
❏ Maintenance-free, automatic overcurrent
protection for distribution circuits
❏ NOVA state-of-the-art design and
construction …The Shape of Things to Come.
15 kV
15 kV
27 kV
27 kV
38 kV
Maximum Voltage
15.5 kV
15.5 kV
29.2 kV
29.2 kV
38.0 kV
Rated Basic Impulse Level
110.0 kV
125.0 kV
125.0 kV
150.0 kV
150.0 kV
Voltage Ratings
Radio Noise Limit (µV)
100 @ 9.4 kV
Power Frequency Withstand (Dry/Wet) 50 kV/45 kV
100 @ 9.4 kV 100 @ 16.4 kV 100 @ 16.4 kV 100 @ 23.0 kV
50 kV/45 kV
60 kV/50 kV
60 kV/50 kV
70 kV/60 kV
Current Ratings
Rated Continuous Current
630 A*
630 A*
630 A*
630 A*
630 A*
Short Circuit Current, Symmetrical
12.5 kA
12.5 kA
12.5 kA
12.5 kA
12.5 kA
Making Current, Asymmetrical Peak
31.0 kA
31.0 kA
31.0 kA
31.0 kA
31.0 kA
Making Current, Asymmetrical RMS
20.0 kA
20.0 kA
20.0 kA
20.0 kA
20.0 kA
2500
2500
2500
2500
2500
86 (190)
91 (200)
91 (200)
101 (223)
101 (223)
Mechanical Ratings
Min. Mechanical/Electrical Operations
Without Maintenance (C-O)
Mass (Weight) - Kilograms (Pounds)
* 800 A accessory available
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271
(10.75)
Terminal
Connectors
1/0 - 500 MCM
(Standard)
A
388
(15.5)
A
388
(15.5)
A
Terminal
Connectors
1/0 - 500 MCM
(Standard)
B
C
O
P
E
N
285
(11.25)
C
L
O
S
E
D
285
(11.25)
1000
(39.50)
413
(16.25)
NOTE: All dimensions are mm (inches).
Dimensions shown are approximate.
Terminal Options
A
Eyebolt, 1/0 - 500 mcm Cable Range
(630 A maximum)
80 (3.25)
Eyebolt, 4/0 - 1000 mcm Cable Range
(800 A maximum)
108 (4.25)
Flat Pad, 2-hole (630 A maximum)
114 (4.5)
Flat Pad, 4-hole (800 A maximum)
121 (4.75)
Stud Type, 1.125 - 12 threads
(800 A maximum)
82 (3.25)
B
C
15 kV
110 kV BIL
791
(31.25)
508
(20)
15 kV
125 kV BIL
847
(33.25)
564
(22.25)
27 kV
125 kV BIL
847
(33.25)
564
(22.25)
27 kV
150 kV BIL
946
(37.25)
663
(26.0)
38 kV
150 kV BIL
946
(37.25)
663
(26.0)
Creepage Distances
Description
15 kV
110 kV BIL
15 kV
125 kV BIL
27 kV
125 kV BIL
27 kV
150 kV BIL
38 kV
150 kV BIL
Terminal to terminal
1052
(41.5)
1052
(41.5)
1052
(41.5)
1052
(41.5)
1052
(41.5)
Lower terminal to ground/earth
673
(26.5)
772
(30.5)
772
(30.5)
950
(37.5)
950
(37.5)
NOVA three-phase recloser dimensions.
For more information on the Kyle® NOVA recloser, refer
to Service Information S280-42-1 or contact your
Cooper Power Systems representative.
©2004 Cooper Power Systems or its affiliates.
Kyle® is a registered trademark of Cooper Power Systems or its affiliates.
NOVA™ is a trademark of Cooper Power Systems or its affiliates.
Bulletin 01010R1 • December 2004 • Supersedes 5/02
1045 Hickory Street
Pewaukee, WI 53072 USA
www.cooperpower.com
KMW
12/04
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NOVA1 SINGLE-PHASE RECLOSER
Self-contained, maintenance-free protection: Simple is Better
❏ Overcurrent sensing, recloser
sequencing, and tripping all
electronically controlled
❏ NOVA1 electronic control with easy-touse DIP switches, intuitive programming,
and application flexibility without
auxiliary personal computers
❏ High fault interruption rating maintained
independent of programmed minimum
trip setting
❏ Sequence coordination feature reduces
momentary outages
❏ Automatic overcurrent protection for
distribution circuits
❏ NOVA state-of-the-art design and
construction …The Shape of Things to Come.
NOVA1 Recloser Data
15 kV 400 A 15 kV 800 A 27 kV 400A
27 kV 800A
Voltage Ratings
Maximum Voltage
15.5 kV
15.5 kV
29.2 kV
29.2 kV
Rated Basic Impulse Level
110 kV
110 kV
125 kV
125 kV
Radio Noise Limit (µV)
100 @ 9.4 kV
100 @ 9.4 kV
100 @ 16.4 kV
100 @ 16.4 kV
Power Frequency Withstand (Dry/Wet)
50 kV/45 kV
50 kV/45 kV
60 kV/50 kV
60 kV/50 kV
Rated Continuous Current
400 A
800 A
400 A
800 A
Short Circuit Current, Symmetrical
8 kA
12.5 kA
8 kA
12.5 kA
Making Current, Asymmetrical Peak
19.8 kA
31.0 kA
19.8 kA
31.0 kA
Making Current, Asymmetrical RMS
12.8 kA
20.0 kA
12.8 kA
20.0 kA
2500
2500
2500
2500
48 (105)
48 (105)
50 (110)
50 (110)
Current Ratings
Mechanical Ratings
Minimum Mechanical/Electrical Operations
Without Maintenance (C-O)
Mass (Weight) - Kilograms (Pounds)
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Creepage Distances
Description
594 mm (23.5 in)
270 mm
(10.75 in)
248 mm
(9.75 in)
16 mm
(0.75 in)
NOVA1-15
NOVA1-27
Terminal to terminal
1052
(41.5)
1052
(41.5)
Lower terminal to ground/earth
673
(26.5)
772
(30.5)
A
A
Ground Connector
#8 Solid to 2/0
Stranded Cable Range
C
Terminal
Locking
Nut
D
CLOSED
B
305 mm (12 in)
159 mm (6.25 in)
Mounting Holes
for 15 mm (5/8 in)
Bolts
NOTE: All dimensions are mm (inches).
Dimensions shown are approximate.
283 mm
(11.25 in)
Terminal Options
B
C
D
NOVA1-15
878
(34.5)
696
(27.5)
1160
(45.75)
NOVA1-27
939
(37.0)
757
(29.75)
1221
(48.25)
NOVA1 single-phase recloser dimensions.
A
Eyebolt, 1/0 - 500 mcm Cable Range
(630 A maximum)
80 (3.25)
Eyebolt, 4/0 - 1000 mcm Cable Range
(800 A maximum)
108 (4.25)
Flat Pad, 2-hole (630 A maximum)
114 (4.5)
Flat Pad, 4-hole (800 A maximum)
121 (4.75)
Stud Type, 1.125 - 12 threads
(800 A maximum)
82 (3.25)
For more information on the Kyle ® NOVA 1
recloser, refer to Bulletin 99016 or contact your
Cooper Power Systems representative.
©2004 Cooper Power Systems or its affiliates.
Kyle® is a registered trademark of Cooper Power Systems or its affiliates.
NOVA™ is a trademark of Cooper Power Systems or its affiliates.
Bulletin 01010R2 • May 2002 • Supersedes 6/01
1045 Hickory Street
Pewaukee, WI 53072 USA
www.cooperpower.com
KMW
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NOVA-TS TRIPLE–SINGLE RECLOSER SYSTEM
Coordinated, Dependable, and Precise Automation
❏ Three single-phase NOVA reclosers,
each with its own manual trip lever,
but with one common junction box
❏ Form 6 or Form 5 Triple–Single
microprocessor-based control with
metering, event recorder, and profile
analysis
❏ Multi-mode configuration:
three-phase trip, three-phase lockout;
single-phase trip, three-phase lockout;
single-phase trip, single-phase lockout
❏ Cost-effective solution for substation
protection and communication
❏ Maintenance-free, automatic overcurrent
protection for distribution circuits
❏ NOVA state-of-the-art design and
construction …The Shape of Things to Come.
NOVA-TS Recloser Data
15 kV 400 A 15 kV 800 A 27 kV 400A
27 kV 800A
Voltage Ratings
Maximum Voltage
15.5 kV
15.5 kV
29.2 kV
29.2 kV
Rated Basic Impulse Level
110 kV
110 kV
125 kV
125 kV
Radio Noise Limit (µV)
100 @ 9.4 kV
100 @ 9.4 kV
100 @ 16.4 kV
100 @ 16.4 kV
Power Frequency Withstand (Dry/Wet)
50 kV/45 kV
50 kV/45 kV
60 kV/50 kV
60 kV/50 kV
Rated Continuous Current
400 A
800 A
400 A
800 A
Short Circuit Current, Symmetrical
8 kA
12.5 kA
8 kA
12.5 kA
Making Current, Asymmetrical Peak
19.8 kA
31.0 kA
19.8 kA
31.0 kA
Making Current, Asymmetrical RMS
12.8 kA
20.0 kA
12.8 kA
20.0 kA
2500
2500
2500
2500
48 (105)
48 (105)
50 (110)
50 (110)
Current Ratings
Mechanical Ratings
Minimum Mechanical/Electrical Operations
Without Maintenance (C-O)
Mass (Weight) - Kilograms (Pounds)
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688 mm
(27.0 in)
688 mm
(27.0 in)
A
283 mm
(11.25 in)
CLOSED
CLOSED
C
305 mm
(12.0 in)
305 mm
(12.0 in)
B
721 mm
(28.5 in)
202 mm
(8.0 in)
Pole-Mounting Accessory
B
C
NOVA-TS 15
1079
(42.5)
1361
(53.5)
NOVA-TS 27
1140
(45.0)
1422
(56.0)
881 mm
(34.75 in)
Terminal Options
Creepage Distances
Description
15 kV
27 kV
Terminal to terminal
1052
(41.5)
1052
(41.5)
673
(26.5)
772
(30.5)
Lower terminal
to ground/earth
NOTE: All dimensions are mm (inches).
Dimensions shown are approximate.
A
Eyebolt, 1/0 - 500 mcm Cable Range
(630 A maximum)
80 (3.25)
Eyebolt, 4/0 - 1000 mcm Cable Range
(800 A maximum)
108 (4.25)
Flat Pad, 2-hole (630 A maximum)
114 (4.5)
Flat Pad, 4-hole (800 A maximum)
121 (4.75)
Stud Type, 1.125 - 12 threads
(800 A maximum)
82 (3.25)
NOVA-TS Triple–Single Pole-Mounting dimensions.
For more information on the Kyle® NOVA-TS recloser,
refer to Bulletins 04049 and 99015 or contact your
Cooper Power Systems representative.
©2004 Cooper Power Systems or its affiliates.
Kyle® is a registered trademark of Cooper Power Systems or its affiliates.
NOVA™ is a trademark of Cooper Power Systems or its affiliates.
Bulletin 01010R3 • December 2004 • Supersedes 5/02
1045 Hickory Street
Pewaukee, WI 53072 USA
www.cooperpower.com
KMW
12/04
…The Shape of Things to Come
SELECTION GUIDE FOR KYLE®
MICROPROCESSOR-BASED RECLOSER CONTROLS
Features
Function
Local Keypad Programming
Local Status Indication
Programming Readout
Sensitive Earth/Ground Fault
Hot Line Tag
Power Metering
Programmable Cold-Load Pick Up
Fault Target Indication
Security Protection
Load Shedding
Loop Scheme Option
Switch Mode
Loss of Phase Protection
Under/Over Frequency
Directional SEF
Triple–Single Control
Cabinet Heater
Interface/Communications
Software Programmable
Serial Communications Capability
Idea WorkbenchTM
Discrete SCADA
User-Configurable Options
Variable Communications Protocol
Alarm for Events
Multiple Communications Ports
PeerComm™ Capability
V-PRO Compatibility
Analog Current Metering
Control
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Time–Current Curves
TCC Construction
TCC Modifiers
Sequence Coordination
High Current Lockout
Minimum Response Time
High Current Trip
Ground Trip Precedence
Data and Metering
Oscillographic Analysis and Relay
Virtual Test Set™
Current Metering, Inst. & Demand
Power Metering (KW/KVAR/KVA/pf)
Harmonics (2nd thru 15th)
Directional Functionality
Energy Metering
Event Recorder
Multiple Protection Profiles
Histograms
Load Profile
Data Profiler (Configurable)
Internal Sensor Capability
Duty Cycle (Per Phase)
Power
Back-Up Power
Battery Test
For more information on the Kyle® NOVA controls, contact your Cooper Power Systems representative.
PeerComm is covered by United States patent 6,754,789
and pending international patents.
©2004 Cooper Power Systems or its affiliates.
Kyle® is a registered trademark of Cooper Power Systems or its affiliates.
NOVA™, Idea Workbench™, PeerComm™, and Virtual Test Set™ are trademarks
of Cooper Power Systems or its affiliates.
Bulletin 01010R4 • December 2004 • Supersedes 5/02
P.O. Box 1640
Pewaukee, WI 53072 USA
www.cooperpower.com
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…The Shape of Things to Come
KYLE® FORM 6 MICROPROCESSOR-BASED
RECLOSER CONTROL
Powerful and Versatile Control for the Kyle® Line of Electronically
Controlled Reclosers
❏ Substation, Yard-Mount, and PoleMount Application
❏ Standardize on one platform for
distribution protection
❏ Virtual Test Set™ feature to test
protection logic prior to actual field
exposure
❏ Customized manual and programmed
operation
❏ Multiple-use front panel
❏ System-ready design
❏ Intuitive programming
❏ Simplified Setup dialog
❏ PeerComm™ automation
❏ Internal sensor compatible
Innovative, User-Friendly Front Panel Design
Front Panel Programming and
Interrogation
Front Panel Operation
Fast, easy access to common system quantities such
as metering, events, and alarms.
One-touch function keys provide quick access to
frequently operated features, alternate profiles, and
customized options.
Effective troubleshooting with exact system
disturbance information such as fault distance, level,
duration, and type for most recent fault.
Easy front panel operation for Trip (with hardwired
Trip/Lockout), Close, Close Circuit Disable, and
Hot Line Tag controls.
One-touch analysis keys access control
programming and monitoring functions via the
LCD display without PC connection.
Front Panel LCD Display and LED Status
Indicators
Touch-key access and intuitive, nested menu system
minimize training costs and eliminate tedious
scrolling.
Form 6 recloser control interrogation via front panel
RS232 port.
LCD display provides a powerful graphic interface
with the control.
LED status indicators give instant information on
the control and recloser status.
User-configurable
applications.
inserts
for
customized
…The Shape of Things to Come
KYLE® FORM 6 CONTROL FEATURES
❏ Directional functionality to maintain
system coordination from multiple
sources and circuit reconfiguration for
each profile for phase, ground, and
negative sequence protection.
❏ DNP 3, Modbus, IEC 60870-5-101, and
2179 resident protocols.
❏ Multiple protection profiles.
❏ Communication port selections
include RS-232 serial port (standard),
RS-485 (optional), three ethernet
options to support DNP3 and the
ProView software (fiber, wire, or
combination), or serial fiber optic.
❏ Microsoft® Windows®-based ProView™
interface software with detailed help
screens.
❏ Idea Workbench™ to customize hardware
and status points, front panel function
keys, serial communication points,
and LED status indicators.
❏ Live application display of all logic
elements, voltages, currents, watts,
and vars; summary of distribution
system; and active control functions.
❏ Virtual Test Set™ feature to test protection
logic prior to actual field exposure.
❏ Simple, graphical method for
programmable logic applications.
❏ Graphical TCC Editor II with both ease
of use and improved capabilities.
ProView Application Diagram.
❏ Oscillographic display of current and
voltage waveforms.
❏ One platform common to the Form 6
control and Edison® Idea™ relay for
standardized automation with
extensive protective functionality.
❏ Time-tagged Event Recorder and front
panel display of last 25 events in the
Sequence of Events Log.
❏ Accurate contact life prediction with
the Duty Cycle Monitor.
❏ Customized data collection with the
Data Profiler.
❏ Voltage, current, and power metering.
❏ Dual-sided cabinet for easy access to
front panel and back connections.
For more information on the Kyle® Form 6 recloser control, refer to Bulletin 03010 or contact your
Cooper Power Systems representative.
PeerComm is covered by United States patent 6,754,789 and pending international patents.
©2004 Cooper Power Systems or its affiliates.
Edison® and Kyle® are registered trademarks of Cooper Power
Systems or its affiliates.
NOVA™, ProView™, Idea™, Idea Workbench™, PeerComm™, and
Virtual Test Set™ are trademarks of Cooper Power Systems or its
affiliates.
Microsoft® and Windows® are registered trademarks or
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or
other countries.
Bulletin 01010R5 • December 2004 • Supersedes 5/02
1045 Hickory Street
Pewaukee, WI 53072 USA
www.cooperpower.com
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…The Shape of Things to Come
KYLE® FORM 5 MICROPROCESSOR-BASED
RECLOSER CONTROL
®
Operational Intelligence for the Entire Kyle Line of ThreePhase, Electronically Controlled Reclosers
❏ Reduce distribution automation costs
❏ Minimize momentary blinks
❏ Simplify system analysis
❏ Extensive metering
❏ Reduce planning costs through
histogram analysis
❏ Lower maintenance costs
❏ Future updates via modular
conversions
❏ Reliable, surge-resilient performance
❏ Reduce outage times
❏ Increase system reliability
COMMUNICATION
SYSTEM
FORM 5
CONTROL
SCADA
COMMUNICATIONS 1
FRONT PANEL
DISPLAY
ALTERNATE
COMMUNICATIONS
OPERATIONS
ENGINEERING
COMMUNICATIONS 2
COMMUNICATIONS 3
CPU
BATTERY
BACK-UP
INTERFACE
RECLOSER
METERING
HISTOGRAMS
PROFILES
ALARMS
TARGETS
AC
…The Shape of Things to Come
KYLE® FORM 5 CONTROL FEATURES
❏ Multiple microprocessor-based design
❏ Dual serial communication ports
❏ Protocols 2179 and DNP 3
❏ Microsoft® Windows®-based interface
software
❏ Integrated communications platform
design: combines RTU and control in
one cabinet
❏ Configurable data profiler and event
recorder
❏ Modular design throughout, including
hardware, firmware, and software
❏ Easily retrofittable to all Cooper
Power Systems electronically
controlled reclosers
❏ Voltage, current, and power metering
❏ Histograms
❏ Frequency and voltage load shedding
❏ Extensive harmonic analysis
❏ Triple–Single option
Data Profiler, Total Harmonic Distortion.
For more information on the Kyle ® Form 5
Control, refer to Bulletin 99012 or contact your
Cooper Power Systems representative.
©2004 Cooper Power Systems or its affiliates.
Kyle® is a registered trademark of Cooper Power Systems or its affiliates.
NOVA™ is a trademark of Cooper Power Systems or its affiliates.
Microsoft® and Windows® are registered trademarks or trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
Bulletin 01010R6 • May 2002 • Supersedes 6/01
1045 Hickory Street
Pewaukee, WI 53072 USA
www.cooperpower.com
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…The Shape of Things to Come
KYLE® FORM 6-LS LOOP SCHEME
RECLOSER CONTROL SYSTEM
Loop Sectionalizing Feeder Protection to Reduce Momentary
Blinks and Minimize Customer Outages
❏ Provides immediate service
restoration independent of any
communication system
❏ Two-, three-, and five-recloser loop
operation
❏ Sectionalizing or tie operation
❏ Programmable single- or three-phase
loss of voltage response mode
❏ Front Panel LEDs provide at-a-glance
status information for both sources
❏ Performance-enhancing supervisory
operation features
❏ Communications ready with DNP 3,
Modbus, IEC60870-5-101, and 2179
Protocols
❏ Reliable decentralized intelligence
❏ Form 6 flexibility and performance
Fault 1
Source 1
R1
Sectionalizing
Recloser
Fault 2
R3
Normally Open
Tie Recloser
Source 2
Three-recloser loop diagram.
R2
Sectionalizing
Recloser
…The Shape of Things to Come
KYLE® FORM 5/LS/UDP LOOP SECTIONALIZING
RECLOSER CONTROL SYSTEM WITH SWITCH MODE
SOURCE I & SOURCE II
Six LED indicators provide
status information for each
phase of Source I and
Source II and indicate
which phase initiated LS
operation.
LS NOT RESET
Indicates the status
position of the LS NOT
RESET function.
Following an LS operation,
the LED will illuminate.
LS DISABLED
Indicates the LS option has
been disabled from either
supervisory control or
front panel.
SOURCE I DISABLED &
SOURCE II DISABLED
These function keys will
disable the LS control. In
the sectionalizing mode,
the SOURCE II disable
key does not affect control
performance.
LS RESET
Resets the LS control back
to its normal reset position.
Depressing this button
turns off the LS NOT
RESET indicator LED.
SECTIONALIZING/TIE
The LEDs indicate the
configuration of the LS
control as set by the Form 5
Interface Software.
Communication-ready
with DNP3 and 2179
protocols.
Kyle Form 5/LS/UDP recloser control.
For more information on the operation of the Kyle® Form 6-LS recloser control, refer to Service Information
S280-70-10 or contact your Cooper Power Systems representative.
For more information on the Kyle® Form 5/LS/UDP recloser control, refer to Bulletin 99012 or contact your
Cooper Power Systems representative.
©2004 Cooper Power Systems or its affiliates.
Kyle® is a registered trademark of Cooper Power Systems or its
affiliates.
NOVA™ is a trademark of Cooper Power Systems or its affiliates.
Bulletin 01010R7 • December 2004 • Supersedes 5/02
1045 Hickory Street
Pewaukee, WI 53072 USA
www.cooperpower.com
KMW
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…The Shape of Things to Come
KYLE® FXB MICROPROCESSOR-BASED
RECLOSER CONTROL
Advanced Overcurrent Protection for Kyle® NOVA™ ThreePhase, Electronically Controlled Reclosers
❏ Front panel programmability
❏ Sophisticated data collection
capabilities
❏ Custom TCC construction capability
❏ Designed and tested in accordance
with ANSI-C37.60
❏ Fault targeting and status
❏ Front panel indicators
❏ Reduced programming cost
❏ Simplified, intuitive operation
❏ Minimum training required
TCC EDITOR
• Time-current curves
may be selected for
viewing, printing, or
modification from
either the FXB
Standard Curve
Library or the Custom.
• All standard curves
and customized curves
can be modified to
provide special system
coordination solutions.
• The Custom Curve
Editor enables the user
to create unique
curves which can then
be stored in the
Custom Curve Library.
FXB
PROGRAMMER
FXB
• User-friendly, Windows®
application.
• Control interrogation,
programming, and
operation.
• Manages load profile,
event history, and
recloser duty cycle
databases.
• Disk and hard copy
documentation of
control parameters and
collected data.
• All curves can be
saved and accessed
for use in the TCC
Editor.
FRONT PANEL
PROGRAMMING
• Programmable
Minimum Trip Values
• Programmable TCCs
• Event Recorder
• Load Profile Monitor
• User-friendly
keyboard application
• Four-line, twentycharacter LED
• Manual control
interrogation,
programming, and
operation
• Load profile, event
history and recloser
duty cycle ,viewing
• Five quick-access
keys
• Menu-driven
interrogation and
programming
• Duty Cycle Monitor
NOVA
• For Specific
Application
Requirements
FXB
STANDARD
LIBRARY
Kyle and IEC timecurrent curve library
accessed via the TCC
Editor.
CUSTOM CURVE
LIBRARY
SYSTEM
DATABASE
User -defined cur ves
c re a t e d a n d s a v e d
within the TCC
E d i t o r e n v i ro n m e n t
f o r f u tu re a c c e ss o r
editing.
Provides convenient
storage of control
configuration files and
control databases.
DETAILED
REPORTS
Provides permanent
documentation of control
configuration and control
database records.
…The Shape of Things to Come
KYLE® FXB CONTROL FEATURES
❏ Microprocessor-based operation
❏ Menu-driven keypad operation
❏ Front-panel programmability
❏ Front-panel RS232 connection port
❏ Contact position indication
❏ Four-line, twenty-character alphanumeric LCD display
❏ Hot line tag
❏ SCADA capability
❏ Sensitive Ground/Earth fault
❏ Five quick-access keys – Hot Keys
❏ Operations counter
❏ Battery test
❏ User-friendly, Microsoft®
Windows®-based
programming
software
❏ Current metering
For more information on the Kyle ® Type FXB Control, refer to Bulletin 98017 or contact your
Cooper Power Systems representative.
©2004 Cooper Power Systems or its affiliates.
Kyle® is a registered trademark of Cooper Power Systems or its
affiliates.
NOVA™ is a trademark of Cooper Power Systems or its affiliates.
Microsoft® and Windows® are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or
other countries.
Bulletin 01010R10 • May 2002 • Supersedes 6/01
1045 Hickory Street
Pewaukee, WI 53072 USA
www.cooperpower.com
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…The Shape of Things to Come
SWITCH
VS.
RECLOSER
❏ Minimum Trip Sensitivity
❏ Switch vs. Recloser
• Switches are designed solely for
executing load switching commands,
while reclosers execute load switching
commands and autonomously interrupt
fault currents.
• This autonomous operation can be
extended to the entire distribution
feeder, providing either a centralized or
decentralized approach.
• The use of a recloser on the distribution
system increases the ability to sense
additional faults.
• Increased sensitivity and isolation of
lower-magnitude faults protects
distribution line equipment, minimizes
conductor burn down, and reduces the
likelihood of a temporary fault evolving
to a permanent fault.
Centralized
Decentralized
• Substation breaker required for fault
interruption.
• Multiple reclosers used on the
distribution circuit.
• Entire distribution feeder requires a
momentary outage.
• Only affected areas see momentary
outage.
• Centralized system with switches for fault
isolation requires 100% reliability of the
communication system.
• No communication system is required for
immediate fault isolation. Inherent
system reliability is improved due to
multiple independent devices.
• Switches are to be opened during periods
of de-energized line or load-break ratings.
• Communication and sectionalizing
equipment costs are required for
operation.
500 Customers
X
F1
500 Customers
Switch
X
F2
Switch
Switch Applications
MAIFI E = 1500 + 1500 + 1500 + 1500 = 4.00
1500
Switch application diagram.
• Full maximum fault interrupting ratings
provide increased safety.
• Sectionalizing costs only.
500 Customers
500 Customers
500 Customers
500 Customers
X
F3
X
F1
X
F2
X
F3
Recloser
Recloser
Recloser Applications
MAIFI E = 1500 + 1000 + 500 + 500 = 2.33
1500
Recloser application diagram.
…The Shape of Things to Come
❏ Momentary Outages
• More than 20 percent of utilities today
track momentary operations of “blinks.”
❏ Cooper Power Systems Leads in
Distribution Automation
• Continual process operations, factory
automation, and residential demands
require new enhancements to the
application of distribution equipment.
• MAIFI and MAIFIE statistics are
becoming more common indices to
measure momentary blinks.
• Traditional fault protection based on
substation device (circuit breaker or
recloser) protection and lateral fusing is
being replaced with the addition of
distribution reclosers to provide fault
protection, minimizing substation trips,
and momentary outages.
• The economic evaluation of momentary
outages indicates that the cost of
purchasing a recloser is negligible for
application with industrial and
commercial facilities.
• Cooper Power Systems is strongly
committed to improving the reliability of
the electric power industry.
• Technological advances, including the
newest microprocessor-based controls
and solid insulation NOVA distribution
switchgear products, represent our
investment in the future.
• Extensive flexibility in time–current
curves, minimum trip values, and
operation sequences result in simple
installations to existing systems
providing trip coordination.
MAIFI = Momentary Average Interruption Frequency Index
= Total number of customer momentary interruptions
Total number of customers served
MAIFIE = Momentary Average Interruption Event Frequency Index
= Total number of customer momentary interruptions events
Total number of customers served
For more information on reclosers and switches in Distribution Automation, refer to Bulletin 98011 or
contact your Cooper Power Systems representative.
©2004 Cooper Power Systems or its affiliates.
Kyle® is a registered trademark of Cooper Power Systems or its affiliates.
NOVA™ is a trademark of Cooper Power Systems or its affiliates.
Bulletin 01010R11 • May 2002 • Supersedes 6/01
1045 Hickory Street
Pewaukee, WI 53072 USA
www.cooperpower.com
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…The Shape of Things to Come
NOVA THREE-PHASE RECLOSERS WITH
INTERNAL VOLTAGE SENSORS
Protection and Metering
All in One
❏ Voltage sensors incorporated within the
vacuum interrupter module
❏ Source-side connections
❏ Eliminate external voltage-sensing PTs
❏ Reduce installation costs
❏ 15 kV and 27 kV distribution systems
❏ Form 6 and Form 5 recloser control
configurations available
❏ Shielded 4-conductor cable connection
❏ Control retrofit field kits available
…The Shape of Things to Come
INTERNAL VOLTAGE SENSING OPTION
Resistive Voltage Sensor
Easy Connections
A precision high-voltage resistor within the
operating rod of the NOVA module is directly
connected to the source-side of the interrupter
during assembly. The outputs of the resistive sensors
for each phase are connected to a 4-pin receptacle
mounted on the NOVA mechanism cabinet.
A shielded 4-conductor cable connects the recloser
to the Form 6 or Form 5 control ordered with the
internal voltage sensing accessory. This control
accessory provides a 4-pin receptacle at the control
and the appropriate interface circuitry. Control
retrofit kits are available.
…The Shape of Things to Come
DESIGNED FOR RELIABILITY
Full Compliance with Standards
Grounding Safety
The resistive sensor is robustly designed to meet or
exceed the latest ANSI standards applicable to
reclosers (ANSI C37.60 2003). The Cooper Power
Systems Internal Voltage Sensor is able to withstand
a 60 Hz high-potential test for one minute, the full
wave of impulse testing, and boasts full BIL rating
for the life of the recloser.
The output of each resistive divider is also
connected to ground through a transorb located
within the mechanism cabinet. This assures that,
should the output cable from the sensors be
disconnected while the unit is energized, the output
voltage of the sensors is clamped to a maximum
voltage of 250 V peak.
DESIGNED FOR ACCURACY
Sensor Accuracy
Full Climate Range
The internal voltage sensors provide output with an
error in accuracy of 2% or better and a phase degree
accuracy within 1.5 degrees. Accuracy includes
sensor, cable, and control.
Accuracy is extended over the full temperature range
of -40° C to +65° C. This is consistent with the
NOVA and Form 6 control. Weather climates
ranging from the deserts to the humid tropics have
no affect on the accuracy.
NOVA Three-Phase Recloser with
Internal Voltage Sensor
15 kV
27 kV
14.4
24.9
Voltage Ratings
Rated Nominal System Voltage (kV)
Rated Nominal Line-to-Ground Voltage (kV)
Power Frequency Withstand, dry (kV)
Rated Basic Impulse Level (kV)
110.0 kV
125.0 kV
50
60
110
125
Sensor Data
Magnitude Accuracy (± % error)
2.0
2.0
Phase Accuracy (± % error)
1.5
1.5
1101:1
2201:1
Form 6 Control Sensor Ratio
…The Shape of Things to Come
Full Control Functionality
Easy programming of two parameters in the Form 6
and Form 5 controls enables full functionality with
the NOVA recloser with internal voltage sensors.
Accuracy is consistent through control cable lengths
of 10 to 30 feet. In longer cable applications, a
simple phase angle adjustment of +0.8° in the Form
6 controls and -0.8° in the Form 5 controls is
required.
1100
1100
1100
-176.2
-176.2
-176.2
8.3
√
√
√
√
Form 6 control System Configuration screen.
For more information on the internal voltage sensors and the operation of the NOVA three-phase
recloser , refer to Service Information S280-42-1 or contact your Cooper Power Systems representative.
©2004 Cooper Power Systems or its affiliates.
NOVA™ is a trademark of Cooper Power Systems
or its affiliates.
Bulletin 04065 • December 2004 • New Issue
1045 Hickory Street
Pewaukee, WI 53072 USA
www.cooperpower.com
KMW
12/04