Lenoir Off-Load Switches

High-current 3kV DC disconnecting and change-over switches for railway and industrial power systems.

Vishesh Group supplies Lenoir Elec off-load disconnecting switches, engineered for AC and DC applications up to 3000V. These switches (formerly Fouilleret / Ferraz) are designed for safe visible isolation in railway traction systems, substations, and heavy-duty industrial DC networks.

Featuring a modular design, wiping blade contacts, and high electrical withstand, Lenoir switches deliver long service life and reliable performance in demanding environments.

Lenoir Off-Load Disconnecting Switch

Key Features

  • Rated voltage up to 3000V AC / DC
  • Current ratings from 500A to 8000A DC
  • Modular design with 1 to 6 poles
  • 2-position disconnecting switches (FA10)
  • 2 & 3-position change-over switches (FA12, FA132, FA102)
  • Wiping blade contacts with visible break
  • Up to 20,000 mechanical operations
  • Manual or motorized operation
  • High short-circuit withstand up to 150kA

Applications

  • Railway traction power systems
  • Metro and suburban rail networks
  • DC substations and feeder panels
  • Rolling stock depots
  • Industrial DC power distribution
  • Energy storage and converter stations
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Technical Specifications

Parameter Specification
Rated Voltage (Ue) Up to 3000V AC / DC
Rated Current (Ie) 500A to 8000A DC
Switch Type Off-load disconnecting & change-over
Number of Poles 1 to 6 poles
Operation Manual or motorized
Mechanical Endurance Up to 20,000 operations
Short-Circuit Withstand Up to 150kA

Thermal Current Rating (Ith) – AC & DC

The table below shows the Ith thermal current ratings for Lenoir off-load disconnecting switches across different pole configurations. These ratings apply to AC 50/60 Hz and DC applications.

Ith Thermal Current Rating (A) 1 Pole 2 Poles 3 Poles 4 Poles 5 Poles 6 Poles
500 A (AC / DC)
1250 A
2000 A
2500 / 2800 A
3200 / 4000 A
4000 / 5000 A
5000 / 6300 A
6300 / 8000 A

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