Title :
Guidelines for the Application of Vacuum Contactors
Author :
Farag, Sam F. ; Bartheld, Robert G.
Author_Institution :
Siemens-Allis, Inc., Custom Control Division, P. O. Box 89, Wichita Falls, TX 76301.
Abstract :
The overvoltage phenomena associated with switching currents in vacuum and their effects on motor insulation are described in some detail, and a practical guideline for the application of overvoltage protective devices is presented.
Keywords :
Charge carriers; Contactors; Dielectric breakdown; Guidelines; Insulation; Interrupters; Protection; Pulp and paper industry; Vacuum arcs; Voltage control;
Journal_Title :
Industry Applications, IEEE Transactions on
DOI :
10.1109/TIA.1986.4504689