The new Disconnecting Circuit Breaker (DCB) has an integrated Fiber Optic Current Sensor (FOCS) which simplifies substation design and significantly reduces footprint requirements.
ABB said the new solution will add to the intelligence of the device, allowing it to be more flexible, reliable and smarter grid.
The new DCB-FOCS has been successfully deployed in a 420 kV pilot project in Sweden.
The new solution requires low maintenance, more environmentally friendly and eco-efficient in terms of CO2 emissions.
ABB’s High Voltage products business head Giandomenico Rivetti said the latest development is another milestone in the company’s continued commitment to technology and innovation.
"Integrating the FOCS with the DCB reduces footprint while delivering a ‘smart grid’ enabled solution that is virtually ‘plug and play’ and yet flexible enough to accommodate customer needs," Rivetti added.
