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E M A X LI N K 2 A B B R E V I ATE D
LV S W I TC H G E A R A P P L I C AT I O N G U I D E
Structure description
The switchgear may accept power cable entry from
the top, bottom or both. Bus duct or closed-couple
connections are also an option.
The base channel is a feature utilized to install the
switchgear in its final location. It will raise a unit by
1.67 inches and is an alternate method to welding
the base channel to a metal structure.
All openings in the enclosure feature IP20
protection to help prevent vermin, rodents and
snakes from entering the switchgear from the top,
bottom and sides of the equipment.
Lifting angles are provided to allow lifting by crane.
Cubicle/device label
Each cubicle and device are prominently labeled to
display approval agency marking.
Section arrangement
Vertical sections are composed of the following
three main compartments:
1. Device compartment: Composed of up to four
vertical locations that house the installed
devices, which are the main functional elements
of the switchgear.
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Assembly construction
Top plates
Lifting angles
Base channel
Bottom plate
Cable lugpad
Compartment barrier
Rear door or rear
covers/cable
compartment
Main horizontal
bus system
Top horizontal
wireway door
Breaker
compartment
Instrument/auxiliary/
empty compartment
Bottom horizontal
wireway door