Schneider Electric MDS

(Multi Distribution Switchboard)

Low Voltage Switchboards
Catalog
S2705CT1301BP R1
2015
Class 2705
Table of Contents
Description Page.............................................................................3-6
MDS (Multi Distribution Switchboard) ................................................... 3

General product description...............................................................4-6

Incoming section options................................................................... 7

Main circuit breaker selection.........................................................8-9

Main device lug................................................................................. 10

Customer metering option..........................................................11-12

Group mounted NQ circuit breaker – Branch................................. 13

Group mounted NF circuit breaker – Branch................................. 14

Group mounted I-Line circuit breaker – Branch........................15-16

SPD (Surge protective Device)........................................................ 17

Seismic Qualification Certificate................................................18-19

Layout Instructions .....................................................................20-23

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MDS Switchboards

Features

• Compact size, only 14 in. D (356 mm. D) and free standing

• Easy to install with minimum on-site installation time
• Cold sequence utility compartment per Canadian utilities requirements
• Suitable for use as service entrance equipment, as per CSA requirements
• Tested and certified to CSA 22.2 No 31.
• Mains rating 400, 600, 800A, 1000A and 1200A
• System voltage: 120/240, 208Y/120, 480Y/277 and 600Y/347 Vac
• Systems: 1Ø3W or 3Ø4W or 3Ø3W
• New PowerPactTM L frame can achieve up to 100KA at 600Vac
or 200KA at 480Vac without any fusible component.
• NEMA Type 1 or Type 2 or sprinkler protected enclosures
• Full height add-on or stand-alone distribution section
• Main section feeder interiors in either NQ lighting (240 Vac) or NF lighting
(600 Vac) or I-LineTM power (600 Vac) platforms
• Both aluminum and copper bus options are available.
• Connection between section by through bus
• Individually mounted feeder device up to 1200A
• Customer metering options: PM5000 & PM8000
• Micrologic trip circuit breakers as main or feeder
• Generous space for mounting breakers (up to 54 circuits on main section)
in addition to up to 117 in. H (2,972 mm. H) on distribution section
• Accepts multiple add on distribution sections of I-Line platform
• Continuous copper ground bus.
• Schneider ElectricTM branded.

Accessories include:

• Below grade-top entry (Drip-Loop)

• Kit for future unknown utility C/T (provision for
window or bar-type current transformers)
• Padlock and key interlock attachments
• I-Line plug-on modules
for QOTM circuit breakers
• Fire pump circuit breakers
• Ethernet communication cards
on customer metering
• Pull box 24” height
• Entry plate (fiber or aluminum)
• Wooden cable support
• Surge protection devices and surge arrestors
• Rodent barriers
• Seismic certificate qualification
• Multiple distribution sections can be added

• Incoming compression lugs (aluminum/copper)

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General Product Description and Application Information

Compact size ideal for small to medium commercial market.

MDS consist of a free standing, floor mounted service section, and a distribution section. The auxiliary section can also be added
where required by the local utility or if additional cable termination space is required.
Several pre-engineered options now available
Many features previously available only as custom options are now available as pre-engineered solutions. These solutions include
pre-engineered customer metering packages, broader lug size options for customer convenience and multiple options for feeder
applications, plus others.
MDS provides a compact design by combining a Canadian utility CT compartment, a single main circuit breaker, and a
distribution panel board all in one section with an option to add one or more full height distribution section(s).

Structures
MDS switchboards are totally enclosed conveniently front accessible with
ASA49 grey finish. All sections are complete with a 1.5 in. H (38 mm. H)
base channel that adds to the 90 in. H (2,286 mm. H) shown below.

Main Section:
• 90 in. H x 14 in. D x 30 in. W (2,286 mm. H x 356 mm. D x 762 mm. W)
for indoor use NEMA Type 1 OR drip protected Type 2
OR sprinkler protected
• 90 in. H x 14 in. D x 38 in. W (2,286 mm. H x 356 mm. D x 965 mm. W)
for indoor use NEMA Type 1 OR drip protected Type 2
OR sprinkler protected enclosures

Distribution Section:
• 90 in. H x 14 in. D x 36 in. W (2,286 mm. H x 356 mm. D x 914 mm. W)
for indoor use NEMA Type 1 OR drip protected Type 2
OR sprinkler protected
• 90 in. H x 14 in. D x 42 in. W (2,286 mm. H x 356 mm. D x 1,066 mm. W)
for indoor use NEMA Type 1 OR drip protected Type 2
OR sprinkler protected

For some Canada utility requirements, drip loop in conjuction

with bussed auxiliary section is available.
Incoming cable entry options are designed to be flexible through top or bottom.
Incoming cable lugs are 3/0-500 kcmil suitable for aluminum or copper cables.
An optional single barrel 350-1000 kcmil lug is available with bussed auxiliary
incoming section.
Optional: Rodent barriers, pull box, fire pump circuit breaker, entry plates.
See page 6 for more options for the incoming section.

Bussing
The main circuit breaker version of the MDS switchboard comes standard with tin
plated aluminum bus. Silver plated copper bus is optional for any ampacity.

System Voltage
• 208Y/120V 3Ph 4W 60Hz • 120/240 V 1Ph 3W 60Hz
• 480Y/277V 3Ph 4W 60Hz • 480V 3Ph 3W 60Hz
• 600Y/347V 3Ph 4W 60Hz • 600V 3Ph 3W 60Hz

Copper ground bus is standard.

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Mains

Main circuit breaker types are PowerPactTM L, M or P frame. MDS switchboard

can be supplied with or without a feeder compartment or with/without a utility
compartment.

Source Description Max. System Voltage System Amps Max. Available Fault
(Vac) (A) Current (KA)
Single Main 240 400 & 600 200
800 to 1200 125
480 400 & 600 200
Special louvers on sprinkler 800 to 1200 100
protected switchboard 600 400 & 600 100
800 to 1200 50
Main is Remote 240 All 200
480 All 200
600 All 100

Main circuit breaker selection table is on page 7.

Customer Metering
The new design of customer metering 6 in. H (152 mm. H) allows access to splice
links and cable connections by swinging out. Access to line bus with main and
utility compartment door in place is prevented by considering flanges at the top
and bottom of the box.

The swing out compartment is trapped closed when the main and utility door is
closed and sealed. Serviceable components inside the metering compartment
is gained through a vented access cover.

See page 10 for more customer metering options.

Utility Metering
Staggered Utility C/T’s, provision is designed to meet any Canadian Hydro
requirement.
• R6MC
• R6L (38W only)
• MV-7 (2 wire)
• MV-7 (3 wire-max 400A)
• JAK-0
• JAD-0

Provision for: 3 ME7 V/T’s

Grounding studs are provided to meet specific Canadian utility requirements.

This utility compartment is either 30 in. or 38 in. W X 30 in. H X 14 in. D.

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Feeder Compartment

MDS switchboards offer provisions for NQ or NF distribution lighting

panelboard or an I-Line power panelboard.

• NQ panelboard bus is rated 600 A and provides mounting space for

QO/QOB Type (100 A maximum) circuit breakers. The panel interior
provides space for mounting 54 single-pole circuit breakers. Breakers
can be bolt-on or plug-on type.
• NF panelboard bus is rated 800 A and provides mounting space for
EDB, EGB, EJB Type (125 A maximum) circuit breakers. The panel
interior provides space for mounting 42 single-pole circuit breakers.
• One individually mounted circuit breaker can be mounted in distribution
area on main section. L, M or P Frame with maximum ampacity of
1200 A. Option for 80% or 100% rated 1000 A is available.
• Feed through lugs (FTL) is an option on feeder area on main section.
Lugs are located on load side of utility compartment. Type of lug
available are shown below:

Lug Type Wire Range Wire Qty/ Phase & Neut

Al Mechanical 3/0 – 750 kcmil 1,2,3 or 4
1 Hole Al Compression 500 – 750 kcmil 1,2,3 or 4
1 Hole Cu Compression 400 – 750 kcmil 1,2,3 or 4

• I-Line distribution bus is rated 400 A, 600 A, 800A or 1200 A and

will accept 18 in. mounting height on each side of double row with a
maximum P, M or L breaker up to 600A on left row. The right row will
accept either a QO plug-on module (240 Vac only) or up to four 3 pole
(150 A) I-Line circuit breakers.
• SPD (surge protective device) can be mounted either individually or
I-Line mounted. See page 15 for more information.

Distribution Section
MDS Switchboards offer as many distribution sections connected by
through bus as required. single row interior has 54in. H (1372 mm. H)space
for mounting circuit breakers in 36in. W(914 mm. W), 14in. D (356 mm. D).
This interior has 27 in. H (686 mm. H) space available above the centre tap
and 27in. H (686 mm. H) space below which can accommodate breakers
up to 800 A

Double row interior in 42 in. W (1067 mm. W), 14in. D (356 mm. D) has a
full 63 in. H (1600 mm. H) of branch height on the right side (narrow side) in
which F, Q, H and J frame breakers up to 250 A can be mounted.

The left side (wide side) has 27 in. (686 mm.) of branch height above and
27 in. (686 mm.) of branch height below center tap of the interior and can
accommodate any I-Line circuit breaker up to 600 A.

Full height I-Line distribution sections, are designed to mount

interchangeably on either side of the main section.

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Incoming Section Options:

Incoming Type Height Width Depth

Auxiliary Section
Main is remote Bussed auxiliary 91.5 in. (2,324 mm.) 24 in. (610 mm.) 14 in. (356 mm.)
Un-bussed: 91.5 in. (2,324 mm.) 16 in. (406 mm..) 14 in. (356 mm.)
Single main 14 in. (356 mm.)
incoming auxiliary Bussed 91.5 in. (2,324 mm.) 24 in. (610 mm.) 18 in. (457 mm.)
24 in. (610 mm.)
Drip loop In conjunction with a bussed 91.5 in. (2,324 mm.) 24 in. (610 mm.) Same as Incoming
auxiliary section for B.C. Hydro Aux Section
Fire pump breaker* 91.5 in. (2,324 mm.) 12 in. (305 mm.) 24 in. (610 mm.)

*Fire pump Breaker Selection: From 60A up to 250A (Requires bussed auxiliary section)

Optional aluminum or fiber entry plates for cables entering the top of the main enclosure or cables
entering the bottom of an incoming auxiliary section are optional.
Wooden cable support is supplied to meet BC Hydro requirements.

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Main Circuit Breaker Selection

P-frame unit-mount M-frame unit-mount L-frame unit-mount

P-frame molded case circuit breakers are available with either a basic ET
1.0I electronic trip system or with a Micrologic trip system.

Providing unparalleled performance and control, the P-frame circuit breakers

features the exclusive Micrologic™ electronic trip units, which allow for a
range of sophisticated applications for metering and monitoring.

For information on other Square D™ brand PowerPact™ molded case

circuit breakers, see the Class 611 AND 612 Catalog.

Breaker Type Ampere Rating Frame Type Interrupting Rating (KA) Max UL/CSA Available Trip
240Vac 480Vac 600Vac Values

300 300-600
350 MG 65 35 18
400 700-800
M-Frame Basic 450
Electronic 500 300-600
600 MJ 100 65 25
700
800 700-800

600-800
PG 65 35 18
1000-1200
P-Frame Basic 600-800
Electronic 600-1200 PK 65 50 50
1000-1200
600-800
PJ 100 65 25
1000-1200
600-800
PL 125 100 –
1000-1200
PG 65 35 18
P-Frame
Micrologic trip PK 65 50 50
circuit breaker 400-1200A 160-1200A
PJ 100 65 25
80% or 100%
Rated PL 125 100 –
LD 25 18 14
L- Frame 80% LG 65 35 18 125, 150, 175,
Micrologic trip 400A or 600A 200, 225, 250,
LJ 100 65 25
circuit breaker 300, 350, 400,
LL 125 100 50 450, 500, 600
LR 200 200 100
LD 25 18 14
L- Frame 100% LG 65 35 18 125, 150, 175,
Micrologic trip 400A 200, 225, 250,
LJ 100 65 25
circuit breaker 300, 350, 400
LL 125 100 50
LR 200 200 100

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Circuit Breaker Accessories:

Micrologic Trip circuit breakers Note

Rating Plug Available on Micrologic trip P frame breaker.
Standard Trip LI and LSI trip function
Ammeter LI is available for P frame circuit breakers. For LSI and LSIG trip function power supply
is required. Ammeter trip is not available on 2-P L- frame circuit breaker.
Energy LI is available for P-frame circuit breakers. For LSI and LSIG trip function power supply
is required. Energy trip is not available on 2-P L- frame circuit breaker.
Power and Harmonic Power and Harmonic trip is available on P-frame circuit breaker. For LSI and LSIG trip
function power supply is required. External Voltage Sensing: (EVS) is optional for trip
units on load side of breaker.
100% Device Rating Available on L-frame 400A and P-frame any ampacity.
A Fixed Handle Pad-Lock Attachment Default on service entrance switchboard. Optional on non service entrance switchboard
Shunt Trip Optional: 250Vdc, 125Vdc, 48Vdc, 24Vdc, 12Vdc 480Vac, 380Vac, 277Vac, 120Vac,
48Vac, 24Vac
Alarm Switch 1A/1B form C
Over Current Trip Switch Optional for P or L frame
Auxiliary Contact 1A/1B Form C, 2A/2B Form C, 3A/3B Form C

T-Handle extension (temporary). Toggle extension is optional.

*Power supply for main breaker is located in the same compartment.

Basic Electronic
A Fixed Handle Pad-Lock Attachment Default on service entrance switchboard main device. Optional on non service
entrance switchboard
Kirk key interlock Optional for P or M frame
Shunt Trip Optional: 250Vdc, 125Vdc, 48Vdc, 24Vdc, 12Vdc 480Vac, 380Vac, 277Vac,
120Vac, 48Vac, 24Vac
Alarm Switch 1A/1B Form C
Auxiliary Contact 1A/1B Form C, 2A/2B Form C, 3A/3B Form C

*Kirk key interlock and a pad-lock attachment can be installed together on a P frame circuit breaker.

Main Device Lug

With No Bussed Incoming Auxilliary section:

Type of Main System Ampacity Standard Wire Range

and Qty/ Phase & Neut
PowerPact L 400A 2/0 - 500 kcmil (2)
600A 2/0 - 500 kcmil (2)
400A or 600A 3/0 - 500 kcmil (3)
PowerPact P or M
800A 3/0 - 500 kcmil (3)
1000A or 1200A 3/0 - 500 kcmil (4)
Example of 1200 A Lug
Standard is mechanical 500kcmil. For instances that incoming cables are larger
than 500 kcmil a bussed Incoming auxilliary section must be used .

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With Bussed Incoming Auxiliary section:

System Amps Lug Type CU Wire Range Wire Qty/ Phase or Neut
400A Al Mechanical 3/0 – 750 kcmil 3
Optional: 350-1000 kcmil
2
1
1 Hole Al Compression 500 – 750 kcmil 2
1
1 Hole Cu Compression 400 – 750 kcmil 2
1
600A Al Mechanical 3/0 – 750 kcmil 3
Optional: 350-1000 kcmil
2
1 Hole Al Compression 500 – 750 kcmil 2
1
1 Hole Cu Compression 400 – 750 kcmil 2
1
800A Al Mechanical 3/0 – 750 kcmil 3
Optional: 350-1000 kcmil
2
1 Hole Al Compression 500 – 750 kcmil 3
2
1 Hole Cu Compression 400 – 750 kcmil 3
2
1000A Al Mechanical 3/0 – 750 kcmil 4
Optional: 350-1000 kcmil
3
2
1 Hole Al Compression 500 – 750 kcmil 4
3
1 Hole Cu Compression 400 – 750 kcmil 4
3
2
1200A Al Mechanical 3/0 – 750 kcmil 4
Optional: 350-1000 kcmil
3
All lugs for use with AI or Cu wire 1 Hole Al Compression 500 – 750 kcmil 4
Cu lugs for use with Cu wire only 3
1 Hole Cu Compression 400 – 750 kcmil 4
3

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Customer Metering:
Note: This product will be available 3Q2015 Customer Metering
Digital Metering
PowerLogic PM5000 Series

The PowerLogic PM5000 series unites high quality and affordability in a

compact meter. It is meticulously engineered to provide high-end cost
management capabilities in a straightforward metering platform. This means
it’s both affordable and capable, while being simple to purchase, install and
use. Use it to maximize operational efficiency, increase network reliability, and
improve business performance.

An essential combination of features, such as multiple tariffs and data logging,

merges with industry-leading measurement accuracy to match the
requirements of energy cost management applications, in buildings and
industry. Compliant with MID, IEC 62052/53, and IEC 61557-12 metering
standards, the PM5000 series meters remove any uncertainty in billing for
energy costs and ensure a high level of performance that noncompliant
devices cannot match.

PowerLogic PM5000 Series

Features and Options PM5110 PM5330 PM5340 PM5560 PM5563
Installation
Fast installation, panel mount with integrated display ■ ■ ■ ■ PM–63
Fast installation, DIN rail mountable – – – – ■
Accuracy CL 0.5S CL 0.5S CL 0.5S CL 0.2S CL 0.2S
Display
Backlit LCD, multilingual, bar graphs, 6 lines, ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
4 concurrent values
Power and energy metering
3-phase voltage, current, power, demand, energy, ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
frequency, power factor
Multi-tariff – 4 4 8 8
Power quality analysis
THD, thd, TDD ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
Harmonics, individual (odd) up to 15th 31st 31st 63rd 63rd
I/Os and relays
I/Os 1DO 2DI/2DO 2DI/2DO 4DI/2DO 4DI/2DO
Relays 0 2 2 0 0
Alarms and control
Alarms 33 35 35 52 52
Set point response time, seconds 1 1 1 1 1
Single and multi-condition alarms – ■ ■ ■ ■
Boolean alarm logic – – – ■ ■
Communications
Serial ports with modbus protocol 1 1 – 1 1
Ethernet port with Modbus TCP protocol – – 1 2** 2**
Onboard web server with web pages – – – ■ ■
** 2 Ethernet ports for daisy chain, one IP address.

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PowerLogic PM8000 Series

The PowerLogic PM8000 series meter is a highly accurate, extremely reliable
power and energy meter with unmatched flexibility and usability. The meter
combines accurate 3-phase energy and power measurements with data logging,
power quality analysis, alarming and I/O capabilities not typically available in such a
compact meter.

The PM8000 series meters are compliant with stringent international standards that
guarantee their metering accuracy and power quality measurements. Ideal for
industrial and critical power installations that are responsible for maintaining the
operation and profitability of a facility.

Feature and Options PM5500 PM8000

DIN Rail Mount Transducer with Remote Display YES YES
Accuracy CL 0.2 CL 0.2
Sampling Rate (Samples/Cycle) 128 256
Graphical Display Type Monochrome Color
3-Phase Voltage, Current, Power, Demand, Energy, Frequency, YES YES
Power Factor YES YES
Multi-Tariff counters 8 TOU
THD, thd, TDD YES YES
Harmonics (Individual up to) 63rd 63rd
EN 50160 PQ Compliance NO YES
Alarms (1-second) YES YES
Single & Multi Condition Alarms YES YES

PowerLogic PM8000 series meter with remote display.

High Speed Alarms (1/2 Cycle) NO YES
Disturbance Alarms (Sag/Swell) NO YES
Disturbance Direction Detection NO YES
GPS Time Synchronization NO YES
Millisecond Time Stamping NO YES
Serial Port / Ethernet Port 1/2 1/2
Modbus RTU / ION YES / NO YES / YES
CT Inputs 4 4
Digital Inputs / Digital Output / Relay output Options 4/2/- 27 / 1 / 8
Analog Input / Analog Output Options - 16 / 8
Memory for Data Logging 1.1MB 10MB
ION Custom Frameworks NO YES

PowerLogic PM8000 series meter with I/O modules.

Note: For PM8000 product features please refer to DE13, or Technical Data Sheet PLSED310058EN

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Group Mounted NQ Circuit Breakers–Branch

NQ Lighting Panel Interior Features

• 240 Vac, maximum
• Reliable, versatile and convenient solution
• 600 A maximum interior rating
• 54 circuits available
• 70 A 1-P/ 125 A 2-P / 100 A 3-P maximum branch circuit breakers
• Interiors are available in plated copper or aluminum bus
• Interiors accept either bolt-on or plug-on branch circuit breakers
NQ Interior

Device Mounting Breaker Frame ID Pole Trip Amps (A) Device Mounting Breaker Frame ID Pole Trip Amps (A)
Bolt-on QOB 1 15-60 Plug-on QO 1 15-60
70 70
QOB-VH 1 15-30 QO-VH 1 15-30
QH 1 15-30
40-60
QO 2 15-60
70
70
QHB 1 15-30
80-100
QOB 2 15-60
110-125
70
QO-VH 2 15-60
80-100
70
110-125
80-100
QOB-VH 2 15-60
110-125
70
QH 2 15-30
80-100
QO 3 15-60
110-125
70
QHB 2 15-30
80-100
QOB 3 15-60
QO-VH 3 15-60
70
70
80-100
80-100
QOB-VH 3 15-60
QH 3 15-30
70
80-100
QHB 3 15-30

NQ Accessories:

Handle attachments for QO and QOB circuit breakers

Fixed mounted padlock attachments, removable padlock attachments and handle clamps
Shunt trip 120 Vac, 208 Vac, 240 Vac

Note: Total number of QO breakers with ampacity greater than 60A that requires a neutral connection is 12.

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Group Mounted NF Circuit Breakers–Branch

NF Lighting Panel Interior Features

• 600Y/347 Vac maximum
• Reliable, versatile and convenient solution
• 42 circuits available.
• 800 A maximum, interior rating
• 125 A maximum branch mounted circuit breakers
100 A maximum for system voltage 600Y/347 Vac
• Bolt-on branch circuit breakers attach with captive screws
• Branch circuit filler plates provided

Max Volts Breaker Frame ID Pole Qty Trip Amps (A)

EDB 1 15-60
70 MDS service entrance with NF lighting panel interior feeders

EGB 1 15-60
70
Max Volts Breaker Frame ID Pole Qty Trip Amps (A)
EJB 1 15-60
600Y/347 Max. EDB 1 15-60
70
70
EDB 2 15-60
EGB 1 15-60
70-100
70
110-125
EJB 1 15- 60
EGB 2 15-60
70
70-100
EDB 2 15-60
110
70-100
125
EGB 2 15-60
EJB 2 15-60
70 -100
70-100
480Y/277 Max. EJB 2 15-60
110
70-100
125
EDB 3 15-60
EDB 3 15-60
70-100
70-100
EGB 3 15-60
110
70-100
125
EJB 3 15-60
EGB 3 15-60
70-100
70-100
110
125 NF Breaker Accessories:
EJB 3 15-60
70-100 Description

110 Padlock Attachment fixed Off/On

125 Shunt trip 120 Vac

Note: The maximum combined amperage of circuit breakers mounted opposite each other is 170 Amps.
Total number of circuit breakers mounted on NF panel with ampacity greater than 60 A that requires a neutral connection is 12.

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 I-Line Feeder Compartment on Main Section
Main section I-Line feeder compartment allows 18 in. H (457 mm. H) mounting space
on single row or 36 in. H (914mm. H) mounting space on a double row interior.

SINGLE ROW Single Row I-Line mounting space examples:

• Section with horizontal bus:
With large frames such as P or L frame:
1 x 600 A & 2 x 150 A (H frame),
or 2 x 400 A & 1 x 150 A (H frame), or 3 x 250 A
or with J Frame
4 x 250 A
• Section without horizontal bus:
2 x 600 A & 1 x 225 A, or 1 x 600 A & 2 x 400 A
With J Frame only
4 x 250 A

AVAILABLE BREAKER FRAMES

100A: FA, FH, FJ
150A: HD, HG, HJ, HL, HR
250A: JD, JG, JJ, JL, JR
250A: QB, QD, QG, QJ
Image: circuit breaker height 400A: LA, LH
and wire bending space 600A: LD, LG, LJ, LL, LR
600A: MG, MJ
600A: PG, PJ, PK PL

DOUBLE ROW Double Row I-Line mounting space examples:

• Wide side, section with horizontal bus:

With P or L frame:
1 x 400 A & 2 x 150 A (H frame)
With J Frame only
3 x 250 A & 1 x 150 A (H frame)
• Wide side, section without horizontal bus:
With P or L frame:
1 x 600 A & 1 x 400 A & 1 x 150 A, or 1 x 600 A & 2 x 200 A
With J Frame only
4 x 250 A
• Narrow side, section supplied with or without horizontal bus:
With H frame
4 x 150 A

AVAILABLE BREAKER FRAMES AVAILABLE BREAKER FRAMES

(WIDE SIDE) (NARROW SIDE)
Disclaimer: This image does not represent the 100A: FA, FH, FJ 100A: FA, FH, FJ
actual mounting height available. 150A: HD, HG, HJ, HL, HR 150A: HD, HG, HJ, HL, HR
250A: JD, JG, JJ, JL, JR 150A: QB, QD, QG, QJ
250A: QB, QD, QG, QJ
400A: LA, LH
600A: LD, LG, LJ, LL, LR
600A: MG, MJ
600A: PG, PJ, PK PL

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 Group Mounted I-Line Circuit Breakers–Branch
The maximum amperage of any I-Line circuit breaker can be 800 A

Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breakers:

Available only as a 80% rated device in the following frame types.
FA, FH, FJ, HD, HG, HJ, HL, QB, QD, QG, QJ, JD, JG, JJ, JL, JR, MG, MJ,
PG, PJ, PK, PL

Micrologic Trip Circuit Breakers:

HD, HG, HJ, HL, HR, JD, JG, JJ, JL, JR, LD, LG, LJ, LL, LR, PG, PJ, PK, PL.
Plug on QO circuit breakers: 15-30A up to 65KA is optional on I-Line interior

The compact size and small footprint of the P-frame circuit breaker permits
high density installations in switchboards. These circuit breakers are available
in 100% rated construction for all unit-mount circuit breakers and up to 800 A
in I-Line circuit breakers to meet a broad range of commercial and industrial
application needs.

For information on other Square D brand PowerPact molded case circuit breakers,
see the Class 611 AND 612 catalogs.
I-Line Double Row distribution section

Single Row I-Line Distribution Sections

CB Frame CB Mounting Height inches (mm) 36” Wide (1200A Max.)
F 4.5” (114) 100A
H 4.5” (114) 150A
Q 4.5” (114) 225A
J 4.5” (114) 250A
L 6” (152) 600A
M 9” (229) 800A
P 9” (229) 800A (Max.)
R 15” (381) N/A

Double Row I-Line Distribution Sections

42” Wide (1200A Max.)
CB Frame CB Mounting Height inches (mm) Left Side Right Side
F 4.5” (114) 100A 100A
Single Row I-Line Double Row I-Line H 4.5” (114) 150A 150A
Distribution Sections Distribution Sections Q 4.5” (114) 225A 225A
J 4.5” (114) 250A 250A
L 6” (152) 600A N/A
M 9” (229) 600A (Max.) N/A
P 9” (229) 600A (Max.) N/A
R 15” (381) N/A N/A

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Trip selection on Micrologic trip Electronic Breakers

Standard LI and LSI

Ammeter* Optional on H,J or L frame with trip Functions of LSI or P
Frame with trip functions of LI and LSI.
Power supply is required.
Energy* H,J or L Frame, has Trip functions of LSI.
Power supply is required.
Power P frame with trip functions of LSI.
Power supply is offered by default.
Harmonic P frame with trip functions of LSI.
Power supply is offered by default.

Note: Not optional for 2 -P H, J and L or L frame breakers that have 250 A sensors.

Power supply is located in a 6 in. H instrument compartment located between

the utility compartment area and the main device.
P-frame I-Line
If a power supply is required for an I-Line circuit breaker located within
a distribution section the power supply is located within a box that occupies
7.5 in. of I-Line branch breaker height. One power supply box is required for
each full height I-Line section that contains a breaker requiring a power supply.

I-Line Circuit Breakers Accessories:

• Padlock attachment
• Key interlock for M&P/Key Interlock + Padlock
only on P Frame
• Cylinder lock available on FA, FH circuit breakers
• Alarm switch F,H,J,L
• Shunt trip F,H,J,L
• Shunt trip M,P
• Over current trip switch on P frame
• Auxiliary contacts (1A + 1B) on all except Q
• Auxiliary contacts (2A + 2B) on all except Q
• Auxiliary contacts (3A + 3B) on L, M, P
• Alarm switch M,P

Surge Protective devices (SPD): M-frame I-line

Individually mounted in feeder area on main section:

Surge ratings for individually mounted SPDs can be 100 kA, 120 kA, 160 kA,
240 kA, 320 kA or 480 kA.

For many System Voltages (Vac):

• 120/240 1Ph 3W
• 208Y/120 3Ph 4W
• 208Y/120 3Ph 4W
• 480Y/277 3Ph 4W
• 600Y/347 3Ph 4W

I-Line Mounted SPD

Surge ratings for I-Line mounted SPDs can be 120kA, 160kA, or 240kA.
Surge counter is standard.
Remote monitor is optional for SPD.
SPD height on I-Line interior is 13.5 in. H.
I-Line mounted SPD

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Seismic Qualification Certificate

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Layout Instructions
All dimensions and arrangements shown in this manual are for estimating purposes only and may
change without notice due to changes in equipment design. The most current PAD drawings are
available by visiting the MDS product page on www.schneider-electric.ca or 3D Interactive Showcase
App iTunes or Apple App Store available on iPhone or iPad. This app offers interactive 3D product
demonstrations of features, benefits and product overviews. Many offer removable modules to see
inside and all can be viewed in 360˚ rotation.

Step 1 – Select Incoming:

This (auxilliary section) is optional either bussed 24 in. W or
un-bussed 16 in. W available in various depth from 14-24 in.
Other options: 1-Drip loop (In conjunction with a bussed
auxiliary section for B.C. Hydro) 2-Fire pump section.
Fire pump sections require a bussed auxiliary incoming section.
Please find Incoming selections on page 7.

Step 2 – Main circuit

breaker selection page 7-8

Step 3 – Optional Select

customer metering: page 10

Step 4 – Select local

utility and identify CT
requirements.

Step 5 – Need bus for

future? Add distribution
section: page 5

For NQ Interior Option: page 11

For NF Interior Option: page 12
For SPD Option: page 15
Feed through lugs option is available
if no breaker is required on main section.
Individually mounted circuit breaker is another optional
up to 800 A (PowerPact L,M or P frame circuit breaker)

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30 in. W main section MDS accepts NF/NQ

lighting panel Interior.
With 600 A maximum interior NQ.
With 800 A maximum interior NF.

For applications where panel mounted circuit

breaker is not required other options are:
1-Feed Through Lugs
2-Individually mounted circuit breaker or SPD

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Layout Instructions

38 in. W MDS main section accepts I-Line/NF/NQ

feeders or individually mounted circuit breaker up
to 1200A or feed through lugs.Individually mounted
SPD or I-Line mounted SPD. I-Line Interior can be
single row or double row.
Fore more details see page 13-14.

Multiple full height I-Line distribution sections can be added to main

section if required. On this dimension you can see single row I-Line
interior with 36 in. W and 54 in. H breaker mounting.

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Layout Instructions

Select double row I-Line distribution section and benefit from

generous space for mounting breakers on 117 in. H (2972 mm. H)

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