What is meant by the Nema Type 2 classification for Transformer enclosures?
Issue:
Transformer NEMA 2 Enclosure definition
Product Line:
LV Transformers
Environment:
Applies to Low Voltage Transformers by SquareD/Schneider Electric
Cause:
Various enclosure NEMA types for Transformers
Resolution:
SquareD/Schneider Electric Energy Efficient type EE, Single Phase and EXN Three Phase (15-150 kVA) Ventilated Transformers, meet NEMA Type 2 requirements Per NEMA Standard 250 .
EX (225-750 kVA) are rated Nema 1 and would need a Drip shield, ie 7400DS18K for the K18 enclosure style, to obtain the NEMA Type 2 rating.
By definition Nema type 2 protection provide a degree of protection against contact with live parts and provide a degree of protection against falling dirt as well as dripping and light splashing of liquids.
Transformer NEMA 2 Enclosure definition
Product Line:
LV Transformers
Environment:
Applies to Low Voltage Transformers by SquareD/Schneider Electric
Cause:
Various enclosure NEMA types for Transformers
Resolution:
SquareD/Schneider Electric Energy Efficient type EE, Single Phase and EXN Three Phase (15-150 kVA) Ventilated Transformers, meet NEMA Type 2 requirements Per NEMA Standard 250 .
EX (225-750 kVA) are rated Nema 1 and would need a Drip shield, ie 7400DS18K for the K18 enclosure style, to obtain the NEMA Type 2 rating.
By definition Nema type 2 protection provide a degree of protection against contact with live parts and provide a degree of protection against falling dirt as well as dripping and light splashing of liquids.
Released for: Schneider Electric Canada
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