Prefabricated / Compact Substation – American Type

American Type Compact Prefabricated Substation, also named pad-mounted transformer, is ANSI & IEC dual-standard integrated distribution equipment, widely adopted in North America, Southeast Asia and rural power grids worldwide.

    Product Description

    American Type Compact Prefabricated Substation, also named pad-mounted transformer, is ANSI & IEC dual-standard integrated distribution equipment, widely adopted in North America, Southeast Asia and rural power grids worldwide. Different from European three-compartment split structure, it adopts fully integrated oil-immersed transformer integration design: HV load break switch, full-range current-limiting fuses, transformer winding and LV distribution busbar are all installed inside the oil tank, using transformer insulating oil as unified insulation and cooling medium, with ultra-compact footprint and single-side operation maintenance design.

    Equipped with HV bayonet fuses, backup protection fuses and LV secondary circuit breakers to realize full-range overload & short-circuit protection without extra switchgear. The enclosure adopts thick anti-corrosion steel plate, standard IP44 protection grade, with rainproof roof, anti-theft lock and cable sealing glands. The whole unit features simple structure, low initial investment, small floor space, convenient on-site installation, and strong overload capacity for fluctuating rural loads.

    We support customization of ANSI standard voltage levels (4.16kV /13.2kV /13.8kV /24.9kV), 60Hz frequency, single-phase / three-phase structure, and 304 stainless steel tank for coastal salt fog environment. All products pass strict oil leakage, insulation and short-circuit impact tests, with stable operation and low maintenance cost.

    As a full-range power equipment manufacturer, we can match American compact substations with complete high-low voltage equipment to provide rural power grid, photovoltaic and mining one-stop power supply solutions for overseas customers.

    Application Scenarios

    • Rural power grid reconstruction, suburban residential districts, single-family villa power supply;
    • Distributed small photovoltaic stations, rural agricultural irrigation equipment supporting power supply;
    • North American municipal distribution network, Southeast Asian island & coastal villages;
    • Temporary construction sites, remote mining areas, small commercial street lighting & power distribution;
    • Low-budget EPC rural electrification projects with limited installation space.

    Our Supporting Advantages

    We realize self-production of matching transformers, HV fuses and LV distribution components for American compact substations, avoiding third-party component supply delays. We can provide ANSI standard test reports, full English operation manuals and customized 60Hz parameter modification. Cooperated with our KYN28 HV cabinets and JP terminal boxes, we can deliver complete rural power grid packages, with cost advantages for mass overseas infrastructure orders.

    Technical Parameters

    CategoryParameterValue
    Electrical DataHV Rated Voltage10kV /13.2kV /13.8kV /24.9kV (ANSI Custom)
    LV Rated Voltage0.4kV / 0.48kV (60Hz North America Standard)
    Rated Frequency50Hz / 60Hz Optional
    Transformer Capacity Range25kVA ~ 5000kVA (Single/Three Phase)
    HV Protection ModeBayonet Fuse + Backup Current-limiting Fuse
    LV Short-time Withstand Current (1s)15kA / 20kA / 30kA
    General DataProtection DegreeIP44 Standard; IP56 Stainless Steel Optional
    Applicable StandardsANSI C57.12, IEC 60076, GB/T 17467
    Transformer TypeMineral Oil Immersed / Ester Eco-Friendly Oil
    Cooling ModeONAN Natural Oil Circulation Cooling
    Environmental ConditionsAmbient Temperature-30℃ ~ +45℃
    Altitude≤1000m
    Anti-corrosion GradeStandard Anti-rust Coating; Marine Salt Fog Version Available
    Cabinet & ConstructionTank MaterialCarbon Steel / 304 Stainless Steel
    Surface TreatmentAnti-rust Primer + Outdoor Polyester Coating
    Structural FeatureSingle-side Maintenance, Integrated Oil Tank, Rainproof Overhang

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