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A disconnecting switch (disconnector) is a mechanical switching device which energizes and de-energizes parts of an electrical circuit. Earthing switch is a mechanical switching device which earths parts of an electrical circuit.
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Peelo, D. (2019). Disconnecting Switches and Earthing Switches. In: Ito, H. (eds) Switching Equipment. CIGRE Green Books. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-72538-3_9
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