Switchgear
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Switchgear for lower voltages may be entirely enclosed within a building. For higher voltages (over about 66 kV), switchgear is typically mounted outdoors and insulated by air, although this requires a large amount of space. Gas-insulated switchgear saves space compared with air-insulated equipment, although the equipment cost is higher. Oil-insulated switchgear presents an oil spill hazard. Switches may be manually operated or have motor drives to allow for remote control.
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