Product category:
Electrical systems
News Release from: Tyco Electronics | Subject: Switch-ATS automatic transfer switch
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 15 August 2007
Switch automatically transfers load to
generator
In the event of failure of three phase and single phase AC power supply, an automatic transfer switch automatically transfers the load from the mains supply to the generator.
The Crompton Instruments Switch-ATS automatic transfer switch from Tyco Electronics monitors the incoming AC mains signal for three phase and single phase applications Microprocessor technology allows exact measurement, set point adjustment and timing functions with the parameters to be simply programmed and displayed from the front panel
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 18 Jun 2001 at 8.00am (UK)
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In the event of a mains voltage failure of any phase, the remote start relay output is energized and the unit automatically transfers the load from the mains to the generator.
The switch is for use with Crompton Instruments controllers but the flexibility allows the product to also interface directly with a range of generator control systems.
A 10mm four digit red LED display clearly shows the mains voltage, alternator voltage and program parameters on the front panel of the Switch-ATS automatic transfer switch.
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In addition, several status LED indicators display the current operating status of the device.
Technical details of the product include the following.
* An operating temperature range from -25 up to +70 deg C.
* Protection class IP65 to front panel.
* Mains and generator voltage accuracy of 31% FS.
* Measuring range for mains and generator voltage is 35 up to 300V.
* Frequency range is from 15.6 up to 99.9Hz.
* About Tyco Electronics - Tyco Electronics is a leading global provider of engineered electronic components, network solutions and wireless systems, with 2006 sales of US$12.8 billion to customers in more than 150 countries.
We design, manufacture and market products for customers in industries from automotive, appliances and aerospace and defence to telecommunications, computers and consumer electronics.
With over 8,000 engineers and worldwide manufacturing, sales and customer service capabilities, Tyco Electronics' commitment is our customers' advantage.
* About Tyco Electronics - Energy Division - the Energy Division of Tyco Electronics is a global manufacturer of products and systems for the electrical power industry.
Its products are extensively employed by power utilities and equipment manufacturers, in rail transport systems and in industry around the world.
The Energy Division of Tyco Electronics offers a wide product range from brands such as AMP, Axicom, Dulmison, Raychem, SIMEL, Bowthorpe EMP, Crompton Instruments, Dorman Smith, including cable accessories, connectors and fittings, switching and power management devices, lighting protectors, surge arresters and insulators. Request a free brochure from Tyco Electronics ...
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