Switch - Connection Information

Figure 1: Connection Information

Option Descriptions
Option Description

ID Name

Uniquely identifies the equipment item. The program automatically assigns a name, but you can change it, if needed. The name can be up to 30 characters long.

For switches, the program automatically assigns the names SW-1, SW-2, SW-3, and so on.

On Bus

This is the ID name of the bus to which the equipment is connected. The base kV of the bus is indicated on the right.

Connection Type

Whether the switch is connected as a Feeder (such as to a cable, busway, or transformer) or as a Tie (between two buses).

Open/Closed

Normal state of the switch. If Open, the one-line displays "OPEN" next to the switch symbol. If Closed, the one-line symbol does not show the "OPEN" tag.

Phase

The phase type for this item:

  • 3PH: 3 phase
  • 1PH: 1 phase

Group Name/Type

If the switch is part of a functional group, the group name and type appears here. See Functional Groups.

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