Siemens 3EL with Cage Design Air-insulated switchgear

3EL – Surge arresters with directly molded silicone rubber housing, Cage Design® Models Available: 3EL5, 3EL1, 3EL2, 3EL3

Siemens 3EL silicone rubber surge arresters with Cage Design® provide outstanding protection against overvoltages in networks up to 800 kV.

Siemens 3EL with Cage Design surge arresters are ideally suited for the reliable protection of:
– Transformers
– Circuit breakers
– Generators
– Motors
– Capacitors
– Traction vehicles
– Bushings
– Switchgear
– Transmission lines

The cage, made of fiberglass-reinforced plastic (FRP) rods, provides a rigid, reinforced structure ensuring high mechanical strength. The silicone rubber housing is directly molded onto the metal oxide (MO) blocks and the surrounding cage made of FRP rods. This creates a reliable seal that prevents moisture ingress and partial discharges.

The MO resistors are not surrounded by a rigid mechanical coating, which is why no critical increases in pressure can occur in the surge arrester in the extremely rare event of an overload. The arc can escape directly through the soft silicone housing without damaging the mechanical structure. No internal parts are ejected in the process. The innovative Siemens Cage Design® is very secure.

The silicone rubber is highly hydrophobic and UV-resistant. This keeps any conductive moisture from forming on the surface, and dirt deposits are rendered harmless as a result of the hydrophobic transfer. Silicone is highly fire-retardant and self-extinguishing in the event of fire. These properties ensure the reliable, maintenance-free operation of 3EL surge arresters. They are also lightweight, allowing for easy transport and a variety of installation options. 3EL surge arresters are suitable for use as station or line surge arresters.

3EL with Cage Design : Siemens Transmission Products – Leader in innovations with comprehensive, connective and sustainable portfolio

Transmission products play a vital role in the energy value chain. Siemens Transmission Products provides all key elements including power transformers and distribution transformers as well as gas-insulated and air-insulated switchgear and components. Products are offered individually, bundled or with related engineering upgrade to systems. Our products offer low life cycle costs with maximum availability, highest efficiency and short commissioning times.

We are driving technology innovations not only regarding the performance of transmission products but also in the area of sustainability and eco efficiency. By merging physics and data we enable new products and applications: Sensformer® and Sensgear®. With our global factory network and leading innovations we provide the highest level of quality and reliability to our customers: TSOs, DSOs, power producers, EPCs and industrial companies.