Summary
We repaired a customer’s damaged 200-amp Siemens BOS bus plug.
Background
The customer sent us their damaged 200-amp Siemens BOS bus plug, BOS14354. This bus plug is for use on Siemens classic BD (Bull Dog) style bus duct. Two stabs that attach the bus plug to the bus duct were burned. We see this type of damage regularly.
Damage
We inspected the bus plug when we received it. The stabs on the bus plug were clearly damaged, along with the stab covers that insulate the phases. We checked the copper within the bus plug for damage. More damage was found within the bus plug.
Repair
We replaced the damaged stabs and stab covers. We replaced the internal damaged copper. We reconditioned the bus plug. The bus plug tested good prior to shipping.
Results
We were able to repair and recondition this damaged BOS14354, 200-amp bus plug. We were able to save the customer the expense of replacing the damaged bus plug. The bus plug should provide service for years to come.
If you have a bus plug or busway section or component that needs repair, contact us at 248-619-9710, or by email.
