CBS ArcSafe launches RSK-PMT-GW remote switch kit

Manufacturer of remote racking and switching systems for low- and medium-voltage switchgear CBS ArcSafe recently launched its RSK-PMT-GW remote switch kit (RSK).

CBS ArcSafe said this RSK allows technicians to remotely operate G&W SF6 insulated switchgear from up to 300 feet away while remaining outside the arc flash boundary.

The RSK-PMT-GW is compatible with G&W 15–38 kV SF6 insulated switchgear using up to six-position Rotary Puffer (RP) switches without any modifications to electrical equipment.

It engages with existing studs and secures with a simple latch to ensure quick installation and removal. At 20 pounds, the unit is portable enough for transport between job sites or hard-to-access locations.

Range extends up to 300 feet

The kit includes an actuator specifically designed to operate G&W RP switches. The kit also contains the CBS ArcSafe RSO-IV-M18 rechargeable 24 VDC power supply with radio remote and torque-limiting control via a current-control module. This system can rotate to any of six points on the G&W switch.

Powered by Milwaukee M18 Redlithium ion battery packs, CBS ArcSafe said its RSK-PMT-GW can deliver reliable and consistent performance for hundreds of operations. The design eliminates manual contact with gear during switching operations to reduce the risk of arc flash injuries during maintenance.

With a power consumption of 200 W and operational range extending up to 300 feet, the RSK-PMT-GW can provide flexibility for various facility layouts and safety protocols. The device’s compatibility across the entire G&W SF6 product line further allows facilities to standardize their remote switching procedures with a single RSK.

All CBS ArcSafe products are manufactured in the United States at the company’s facility in Denton, Texas.