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    15kV Earthing Switch Specification

    Doehl1 -- What is the existing lineup? Manufacturer / Breaker Types? Matt Brierley Satin American Corp www.satinamerican.com
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    Fuse manufacturer

    You might try MonsterFuses --- www.monsterfuses.com They're awesome :) Matt Brierley Satin American Corp www.satinamerican.com
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    GE AK-2 circuit breaker specs

    The GE AK-2-50's interrupting rating depends on your system voltage and if they are equipped with direct-acting instantaneous overcurrent trip devices. Here's the breakdown. System Voltage|Interrupting Rating w/ Instantaneous Trips 600 VAC |42,000A 480 VAC |50,000A 240 VAC...
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    Contactor Vs. Circuit Breaker

    dpc & Scotty are correct, although contactors are cheaper and are designed to endure "operational abuse" so to speak, I cant think of a contactor that could effectively support a 3500HP starter. If it's the price that is shying you away from going with a breaker, consider remanufactured...

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