ARC-RESISTANT SWITCHGEAR
​PEECO's Arc-Resistant Switchgear, available in both medium and low voltages, follows all ANSI, UL, and IEEE standard requirements to keep operators and maintenance workers safe and minimize equipment damage.
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IEEE C37.20.7 Arc-Resistant Switchgear Offered Includes:
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Type 1 - Provides protection from the switchgear front.
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Type 2 - Safeguards the front, read, and sides.
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Type 2B - Provides Type 2 protection + control compartment protection
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Type 2C - Delivers Type 2B protection + protection between compartments
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Arc-Resistant Features Available:
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Reinforced doors and metal-cased exteriors
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Arc Plenums
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Additional insulation of all internal parts
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*For a more cost-efficient option for reducing fault energy levels and PPE category, PEECO can provide an arc flash detection system that utilizes UV light detection for arc-mitigation purposes.
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