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On average, mechanical relays typically last between 1 to 5 years due to their moving parts, which are prone to wear and tear. Typically, the electrical life expectancy of general-purpose and power relays is rated at a minimum of 100,000 operations. Network operators need to have a long term maintenance and replacement strategy for protection relays. 10 years from the start of the Classic stage, although exceptions to this may occur if components or technologies needed are no longer available to ABB.

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10 years from the start of the Classic stage, although exceptions to this may occur if components or technologies needed are no longer available to ABB. The customer identified the need to replace old

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Relays are replaced either with a like-for like model or by a current contract relay having the required protection functions. Refer to the Guidelines for Maintenance driven relay replacements in EQL.

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