Functions and Source-changeover systems

characteristics Presentation

For complete, in-depth information, see the Manual source-changeover systems

“Interpact, Compact, Masterpact source-
changeover systems” catalogue.
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This is the most simple type. Intervention by technical personnel is required, i.e.
transfer from the normal source to the replacement source is not immediate.
A manual source-changeover system can be installed on two to three manually-
controlled circuit breakers or switch-disconnectors. Interlocking is mechanical.
Interlocks prevent connection to both sources at the same time, even momentarily.

Remote-operated source-changeover systems

This is the most commonly employed system. No human intervention is required.
Switching from the normal to the replacement source is controlled electrically.
A remote-operated source-changeover system is made up of two or three circuit
breakers or switch-disconnectors linked by an electrical interlocking system
(different configurations possible). Device operation is backed up by a mechanical
interlocking fixture that prevents parallel connection if the electrical system
malfunctions or if an incorrect manual operation is attempted.

Automatic source-changeover systems

Service sector
b hospital operating rooms
b safety systems for tall buildings
b computer rooms (banks, insurance companies, etc.)
b lighting systems in shopping centres
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An automatic controller may be added to the remote-operated source-changeover
system for automatic source control according to programmable operating modes.
This solution ensures optimum energy management:
b switching to a replacement source depending on external requirements
b management of power sources
b regulation
b emergency source replacement, etc.
The automatic controller may be fitted with an option for communication with a
supervisor.

Industry
b assembly lines
b engine rooms on ships
b critical auxiliaries in thermal power stations
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Infrastructure
b port and railway installations
b runway lighting systems
b control systems for military installations

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 Manual source-changeover systems

A manual source-changeover system can Interlocking of two or three toggle-controlled devices

be installed on two to three manually- Two devices can be interlocked using this system. Two identical interlocking
systems can be used to interlock three devices installed side by side, in which case
operated circuit breakers or switch- one device is in the ON position and the two others are in the OFF position.
disconnectors. Interlocking is mechanical. The system is locked using one or two padlocks (shackle diameter 5 to 8 mm).
Interlocks prevent connection to both Combinations of Normal and Replacement devices
sources at the same time, even There are two interlocking-system models:
momentarily. b Compact NS100 to 250
b Compact NS400 to 630 (can also be used for a Compact NS100 to 250).
Devices must be either all fixed or all withdrawable.

Interlocking of two devices with rotary handles

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The rotary handles are padlocked with the devices in the OFF position.
The mechanism inhibits the two devices being closed at the same time, but does
allow for both to be open (OFF) at the same time.
Combinations of Normal and Replacement devices
All Compact NS100 to 1600 circuit breakers and switch-disconnectors with rotary
handles can be interlocked. Interlocking of a Compact NS100 to 630 with a
Compact NS630b to 1600 is not possible.
Interlocking of two toggle-controlled devices
Interlocking of a number of devices using keylocks
(captive keys)
Interlocking uses two identical keylocks with a single key. This solution enables
interlocking between two devices that are physically distant or that have
ON significantly different characteristics, for example between a low and a medium-
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I
ON
I voltage device, or between Compact NS circuit breakers and switch-disconnectors.
I
ON A system of wall-mounted units with captive keys makes possible a large number
tripped
ON
I
reset
of combinations between many devices.
O
OFF

tripped O OFF Combinations of Normal and Replacement devices

reset
O
OFF
All Compact NS100 to 1600 circuit breakers and switch-disconnectors with rotary
O OFF handles or motor mechanisms can be interlocked.

Interlocking of two devices with rotary handles Interlocking of two devices on a base plate
A base plate designed for two Compact devices can be installed horizontally or
vertically on a mounting rail. Interlocking is carried out on the base plate by a
mechanism located behind the devices. Access to the device controls and trip units
is not blocked.
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ON
Combinations of Normal and Replacement devices
All manually operated Compact NS100 to 630 circuit breakers and switch-
I

ON
I rese
t

O
disconnectors can be interlocked.
Devices must be fixed or plug-in versions, with or without earth-leakage protection
OFF

O
or measurement modules.
OFF

Interlocking with keylocks

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push
to
trip

push
to
trip

Interlocking on base plates

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 Functions and Source-changeover systems
characteristics Remote-operated systems

Source-changeover system without a controller

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In this case, the automatic-control system to initiate changeovers between the

Normal and Replacement sources under predefined conditions must be provided
by the installation designer.

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Remote-operated source-changeover system

QR

QN
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3 2
1
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Auxiliary control plate Controller

Source-changeover system with a controller
In this case, changeovers between the Normal and Replacement sources under
predefined conditions are initiated by a Merlin Gerin controller.
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IN
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LIN GER
0 . OFF MER O
UN =
N
0 . OFF
UR 0,5s
R
UN
N I 0,5s
ON /
I /O
ON / R
Test

OFF
1
UN =
/O
Test OFF
fault

fault

O stop
test
FFO O
manu
hsup
FFO
I hsup
NO hsup
NO h
I
sup R

N
FFO
O
degr
FFO
O
ahcs
id d e gr
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id

352
10 352
10
B US

IN
LIN GER UN =
O
MER
N
UR
R
UN
N I
ON /
I R
ON / /O 1
OFF UN =
/O
OFF
fault

fault
auto

5
stop
test
manu or
STOP
generat
R

O
FFO
hsup

I
6
NO h
sup O
FFO
hsup

NO h
I
sup

FFO
O
degr
ahcs
id
FFO
O
d e gr
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id

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Coupling accessory
This accessory may be used with the source-changeover system (with or without a
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controller) to facilitate connections.

Compact NS630b to 1600
Interlocking by rods Interlocking by cables
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A remote-operated source-changeover system is made up of:
1 circuit breaker QN equipped with a motor mechanism and auxiliary contacts, connected to
the Normal source
2 circuit breaker QR equipped with a motor mechanism and auxiliary contacts, connected to
the Replacement source
3 mounting base plate with mechanical interlocking (NS100 to 630) or an interlocking system
using rods or cables (NS630b to 1600)
4 electrical interlocking unit. IVE for NS100 to 630 or an electrical system provided by the
installer for NS630b to 1600. Electrical interlocking system example: part no. 51156903 in the
source-changeover system catalogue.
Switching between sources can be automated by adding:
5 ACP auxiliary control plate
6 BA or UA controller, or an electrical system provided by the installer for NS630b to 1600.
Electrical system example: part no. 51156904 and 51156904 in the source-
changeover system catalogue.
Accessory:
7 coupling accessory (downstream connection) for NS100 to 630.

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 Controllers

When used with a remote-operated source- Controller BA UA

changeover system, the BA or UA Four-position switch
controllers initiate the automatic Automatic operation b b
changeover operations according to user- Forced operation on Normal source b b
Forced operation on Replacement source b b
defined sequences. Stop (both Normal and Replacement sources OFF) b b
Automatic operation
Monitoring of the Normal source and automatic changeover b b
Engine generator set start-up control b
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Delayed shutdown (adjustable) of engine generator set b

Load shedding and reconnection of non-priority loads b
Changeover to Replacement source if one of the Normal- b
source phases is absent
Test
By opening of the P25M circuit breaker upstream b
of the controller
By pressing the test button on the front of the controller b
Indications
Circuit-breaker status indication on the front b b
of the controller: ON, OFF, fault trip
Automatic-mode indication contact b b
Other functions
BA controller Selection of type of Normal source b
(single-phase or three-phase)
Voluntary transfer to Replacement source b b
(e.g. energy-management commands)
During peak-tariff periods (energy-management commands), b
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forced operation on Normal source if Replacement source is

not operational
Additional control contact (not in controller). b b
Transfer to Replacement source only if contact closed
(e.g. UR frequency check)
Replacement-source maximum start-up time setting b
Options
Communications option b
Power supply
Control voltages (1) 220 to 240 V 50/60 Hz b b
380 to 415 V 50/60 Hz b b
440 V 60 Hz b b
Operating thresholds
Undervoltage 0.35 Un y voltage y 0.7 Un b b
UA controller Phase failure 0.5 Un y voltage y 0.7 Un b
Voltage presence voltage u 0.85 Un b b
IP degree of protection against penetration of solid bodies and liquids (EN 60529)
and IK degree of protection against external mechanical impacts (EN 50102)
Front IP40 b b
Side IP30 b b
Connectors IP20 b b
Front IK07 b b
Characteristics of output contacts
Rated thermal current (A) 8
Minimum load 10 mA at 12 V
AC DC
Utilisation category (IEC 60947-5-1) AC12 AC13 AC14 AC15 DC12 DC13
Operational current (A) 24 V 8 7 5 6 8 2
48 V 8 7 5 5 2 -
110 V 8 6 4 4 0.6 -
220/240 V 8 6 4 3 - -
250 V - - - - 0.4 -
380/415 V 5 - - - - -
440 V 4 - - - - -
660/690 V - - - - - -
(1) Power supplied by the ACP auxiliary control plate. The supply voltage must be the same for
the ACP plate, the IVE unit and the circuit breaker operating mechanisms. If this voltage is the
same as the distribution-system voltage, the Normal and Replacement sources can be used
directly for the power supply. If not, a BC-type or equivalent isolation transformer must be used.

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