Electric switching device

The present invention relates to an electric switching device for high current in an electrical power network. More particularly, the invention relates to a so-called high-speed circuit closer which is adapted to achieve a fast mechanical electric short circuit of at least one phase in a multi-phase network. The switching device is preferably intended to be used as arc eliminator in cubicle-enclosed switchgear in distribution networks and in transmission networks. Thus, the invention comprises both low, medium and high voltage. In accordance with the IEC standard, medium voltage means 1-72.5 kV whereas high voltage is >72,5 kV. An electric switching device for fast closing of a high current in a power network comprising a first electrode (), a second electrode (), a movable contact element () closing said first and second electrodes, and an operating device. The operating device comprises a helically wound first coil () secured to the first electrode. The movable contact element comprises a flange () making contact with the coil. A current pulse flowing through the coil forms a repulsive force between the coil and the flange, said repulsive force throwing the movable contact element to the second electrode and completing the closing operation.