Enhancing Dielectric Strength in Vacuum Gaps for High-Voltage InsulationThere are primarily two methods to increase the dielectric strength of a vacuum gap to meet the insulation requirements at high voltage (HV):Increase the Contact Distance in a Two-Contact Configuration: In a vacuum, breakdown is predominantly a surface effect, heavily influenced by the condition of the contact surfaces. Unlike in SF6 gas, where breakdown is primarily a volume effect that scales linearly with the gap length,

What is a Vacuum Switchgear ?Vacuum Switchgear DefinitionVacuum switchgear is defined as a type of electrical switchgear that uses a vacuum as the arc quenching medium, providing high reliability and low maintenance.Dielectric StrengthVacuum switchgear offers high dielectric strength, allowing for smaller contact gaps and effective arc quenching.Low Arc EnergyThe energy dissipated during arcing in vacuum switchgear is much lower than in other types, resulting in minimal contact erosion.Simple Dr