Hiko UDP In-Ground Distribution Boxes

Secure, watertight underground distribution link switches and services up to 630 A.

The Hiko UDP takes asset lifecycle management to the next level: it future proofs the LV network and eliminates the risks associated with above ground pillars. The design of the pit eliminates the need for a concrete vault or collar, reducing time and cost on site.

The Hiko UDP uses industry standard fusegear / switchgear and structural pits to provide a safe, robust, reliable, flexible and future- proof solution for underground urban distribution reticulation and service supplies up to 630 A.

Hiko uses pits made from Langmatz in Germany which are engineered for a lifetime of over 40 years. Their use of structural foamed polycarbonate (SFPC) modular design delivers outstanding performance under dynamic and static load conditions. The SFPC material is extremely strong, heat resistant, flame retardant and resistant to solvents including petrol, diesel and oil. It has been shown by independent testing to be completely non-toxic to ground water. Installation is facilitated by the SFPC pit elements, which can be easily separated into layers and reconnected if required, and by the provision of tool- free conduit knock-outs and a level adjustable lid.

The EFEN fusegear / switchgear used by Hiko is housed horizontally under a watertight composite “bell” which allows continuous operation even in flood conditions. Monitoring equipment can also be accommodated. In some configurations, the “bell” is hinged allowing fusegear / switchgear to be lifted up vertically for inspection and operation.

The UDP is available with lids rated to AS3996 or EN 124 from Class B for footpaths and driveways right up to Class D for application in carriageways.

No special tools or spare parts are required.

Mechanical Specifications

Specification

Test Method

Requirement

Lid load class

AS 3996

Up to Class E400 (40 tonnes)

Transfer of vertical loads to ground base

DIN 1054:2005-01

min 200 kN/m2

Transfer of adjacent static and dynamic

loads to ground base

DIN FB 101

Load class 2 (96 kN with area 40×40 cm using set up RStO road class)

Active ground pressure (transfer of vertical loads to pit elements)

DIN 4085

Ground types V1 to V3 acc to ATV-DVWK-A 127

Materials

Component

Material

Lid

Cast iron, galvanized steel, composite or paved

Bell

Composite

Head frame

Hot dip galvanised steel (≥ 70 μm) or stainless steel 304

Fixings

Stainless steel 304

Structural pit elements

Structural foamed polycarbonate (PC/PBT blend with 6% GRP)

Structural Pit Element Material Properties

Specification

Test Method

Requirement

Density

ISO 1183

0.95 – 1.25 g/cm3

Water absorption

DIN 53495

< 0.5 %

Hardness

ISO 2039/1

90 MPa

Tensile strain at break

ISO 527

38 MPa

Elongation at break

ISO 527

12 %

Elastic modulus

ISO 527

2,000 MPa

Notched impact strength

DIN 53453

6 kJ/m2 (20°C), 4 kJ/m2 (-20°C)

Vicat softening temperature

ISO 306

110°C (B50 method)

Flammability

(Surface flame)

Self-extinguishing after flame is withdrawn

Groundwater compatibility

(Independent Test)

Non-toxic (no leaching of heavy metals, phenol, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons or BTEX)

Dimensions

Hiko Code

Internal Dimension
(LxWxDmm)

External Dimension *
(LxWxDmm)

 
 

UBxx05xx

400x400x700

500x500x700

 

UBxx07xx

800x400x700

960x500x700

 

UBxx11xx

800x650x700

960x800x700

 

UBxx10xx

800x800x700

960x960x700

 

*Excluding cable tails

 

Box Types

Internal Dimension
(LxWxDmm)

Distribution
System Box

Network
 Link Box

Bus Coupler

Intersection
Network Box

Empty
Box


 630A

3Ø+1Ø
160A


630A


630A


630A

400x400x700

800x400x700

800x650x700

800x800x700

 

Lid Types

Internal Dimension
(LxWxDmm)

Lid AS3996
 Class B

Lid EN124
Class B

Lid EN124
Class D

400x400x700

800x400x700

800x650x700

800x800x700

 

Weights

Internal Dimension
(LxWxDmm)

Typical Weights(kg)

Total

Head
Frame

AS3996
 Class B

EN124
Class B

EN124
Class D

Switchgear
Assembly

400x400x700

62

18

29

29

5

800x400x700

110

20

15

33

45

20

800x650x700

160

25

20

30

800x800x700

200

30

25

135.5

135.5

40

 

Options

Service fuses or EFEN DIN-type horizontal disconnectors 160 A to 630 A

Locking and latching arrangements.

Other literature available on request

Reports, drawings, technical data sheets, installation instructions, O&M guidelines