9. Environmental information
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This information is given on a label on the equipment itself.
cgmcosmos
cubicles are defined as a pressure-sealed
system, according to IEC 62271-1, which contains
hexafluoride (SF
6
)
[17]
.
SF
6
is included in the Kyoto Protocol list of greenhouse
gases. SF
6
has a GWP (
Global Warming Potential
) of 22,200
units. (TAR, IPCC 2001).
At the end of the product's life, the contents of SF
6
must
be recovered for processing and recycling, preventing it
being released into the atmosphere. All extracting and
handling of SF
6
must be carried out by qualified personnel,
using a sealed piercing system.
For the usage and handling of the SF
6
, the indications listed
in IEC 62271-303 must be followed.
Management and treatment of the rest of materials must
be carried out in accordance with the country’s current
legislation.
IG-078-EN version 12; 23/04/2020
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Environmental information
General Instructions
cgmcosmos
: Medium-voltage cubicles with full insulation
in SF
6
gas up to 24 kV in accordance with IEC Standard
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