Tungsten Copper Vacuum Contacts

Tungsten Copper Vacuum Contacts Picture

Tungsten copper vacuum contacts are used in the vacuum arc-quenching chambers (VACs) of highly dependable, quick-acting vacuum circuit breakers capable of breaking large currents in high-voltage 6-35 kW electrical networks. Tungsten copper vacuum contact is a key element in commutation switches (circuit breakers). Currently, the most common material used in contact pairs in VACs are W-(50-90%)Cu composites.

Tungsten copper vacuum contacts are subjected to the effects of short-circuits currents and fusing metals in various points of the surface due to the high density of the current in them; as a result, welding joints form in these zones. This problem was one reason that delayed the development of vacuum commutation technology for more than twenty years. The resistance of a VAC's contacts to welding is one of its key characteristics. The problem of welding was solved by developing special contact plates made from tungsten copper composites, which provided a high breaking capacity for circuit breakers in commutation networks, wear-resistance and resistance of contact pairs to welding.

Tungsten copper vacuum contacts are used in VACs of vacuum contactors with a nominal voltage of 1.14 kW and higher in systems for remote control of electric drivers. Tungsten copper vacuum contacts are a long-lasting means of switching contactors in electric circuits on and off and ensure a low cut-off current in the system.

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