Remote Switch Operators
Perform Remote Racking and Switching With Remote Switch Operators
CBS ArcSafe remote switch operators are used in conjunction with a remote switch actuator to remotely operate various types and styles of circuit breakers, motor control, switches and control circuits. By allowing service personnel to stand outside the arc-flash boundary, CBS ArcSafe remote switch operators offer an added layer of safety to remote switching and racking operations by isolating people from the arc flash hazard boundary.
With a remote switch operator (RSO), a service technician can operate, trip, and close release circuit breakers from a safe distance using a remote switch actuator (RSA). The remote switch actuators are mechanically assisted by magnets; and no modifications are required to your switchgear. You can easily move the remote switch actuator from one breaker to another.
There are three different styles of remote switch operators powered by a 24V DC power supply: the RSO-IAR, RSO-III, and RSO-IV. The RSO-IAR is capable of operating a remote switch actuator that closes and/or trips the electrical equipment. The RSO-III is designed to operate remote switch actuators that are capable of charging, closing, and/or tripping electrical equipment. The RSO-IV is used in conjunction with an appropriate single-use remote racking system. These systems come standard with a 25′ pendant control or optional wireless radio remote.
The latest remote switch operators in this series, the RSO-IIID-M18, RSO-IV-M18, and RSO-IAR-M18, are powered by rechargeable Milwaukee M18 REDLITHIUM Ion Batteries. New features include:
- Enhanced user interface experience and tactile response
- Customized auto-retract software
- A 22% smaller and 40% lighter design
- Simplified adjustment for settings
- Additional outputs on select operators
- A durable case made from NK-7 resin with an ergonomic handle
Circuit Breaker Compatibility
Compatible with all switchgear manufacturers including, but not limited to:
- ABB
- BBC
- Allis-Chalmers
- Cutler Hammer
- Eaton
- Federal Pacific Electric
- Federal Pioneer
- General Electric
- ITE
- Siemens
- Siemens-Allis
- Square D
- Toshiba
- Westinghouse
RSO; RSO-I; RSO-II; RSO-III: US Patent No. 8,006,371B1
RSO-IAR-M18
The RSO-IAR-M18 operator is a rechargeable 24V DC power supply that, when used in conjunction with the RSA, will remotely perform any switching procedure that normally would require local op ration by trained personnel.
Devices
- Operating pushbuttons, such as circuit breaker trip and close buttons
- Operating levers, such as those found on motor control center buckets
- Operating handles requiring single strokes
- Operating rotary and pistol-grip switches, such as breaker control switches
RSO-IIID-M18
The RSO-IIID-M18 is a rechargeable 24V DC power supply that, when used in conjunction with remote switch actuators, will remotely operate any electrical device needing to be charged, closed and/or tripped. While the RSO-I only closes or trips equipment, the RSO-IIID-M18 performs the more complex operations of charging, closing, and tripping.
Devices
- Operating pushbuttons, such as circuit breaker trip and close buttons
- Operating charging handles requiring single or multiple cycles
- Engaging or disengaging mechanical interlocks, such as circuit breaker interlock foot-pedals
RSO-IV-M18
The RSO-IV-M18 operator is a rechargeable 24V DC power supply that, when used in conjunction with an appropriate Remote Racking System (RRS-3), will remotely perform any racking operation that would normally require local operation by trained personnel. Tasks the RSO and RRS-3s can perform include, but are not limited to, the following operations:
Devices
- Works with RRS-3 Single-Use Remote Racking Systems
- Installing and removing any switchgear utilizing a rotary racking mechanism
- Installing and removing any switchgear utilizing a non-rotary racking mechanism
- Engaging or disengaging mechanical or electrical interlocks, such as circuit breaker interlock foot-pedals or buttons
- NEW - Blue Indicator beacon alerts user when input settings have been reached
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