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What are the separate parts required to build up star delta starters for...

The table below indicates the selection of the power switching components necessary to build up a star delta starters, with mechanical interlocks between star and delta contactors, suitable for...

What is the definition of zero-sequence impedance for a three-phase...

The zero-sequence impedance is between connected together line terminals of a three-phase star-connected or zigzag-connected transformer windings and its neutral terminal. Zero-sequence impedance...

What does a PHF fault mean on an ATV320 drive?

Product line: Altivar 320 / ATV320 Cause: Loss of input voltage on L1, L2 or L3 Resolution: Check for phase loss or phase imbalance Check the line voltage power, input connections and/or fuses Check...

Multimotor configuration ATV630

With an ATV630 it is not possible to implement a multi motor configuration with different motors. Only with equal motors it can be done with parameter set switching ( no motor parameters ! ) to make...

Network Management Card 3 - CDC-USB driver on Windows

Issue: When using Windows 7 and connecting a NMC3 device via USB for configuration, CDC-USB drivers might need to be updated on initial use. Product: Network Management Card 3 (AP9640, AP9641)...

What size overload do I use with a star delta starter ?

In the majority of cases, the overload of a star delta starter is fitted below the delta contactor with wiring connections to one side of each of the motor windings. The other side of the windings...

What does light or dark switching mean when referring to photo electric...

Please note - As of 01/09/23 the Telemecanique Sensors range is no longer part of Schneider Electric. This FAQ is now for reference only. For further information and contact details for Telemecanique...

What is the meaning of the utilisation categories AC1 and AC3 for the...

The standard utilisation categories defines the current making and breaking values for contactors. They depend on the following: The type of load to be controlled (squirrel cage or slip ring motor,...

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How can I cable to the PNP and NPN type outputs for sensors / detectors,...

PNP and NPN type outputs are available as 3-wire sensors with a DC voltage power supply (the voltage limits are dependent on the specific sensor): PNP type: switching on the positive voltage load NPN...

Adding a new DD to your TREX

Before getting started make sure that you have Upgrade Studio installed on your laptop and that you have an account to log in. You also must have already activated your TREX communicator. Go to...

What is the selection criterion of Circuit Breakers for the Capacitor bank...

The selection should be done after derating the Circuit Breaker taking into consideration voltage variation and capacitors tolerances that could increase nominal current up to 1.5In. The Derating...

How do you calculate the wear level of TeSys Giga contactor ? By...

Contact tips wear rate of is linked to the opening speed and not the opening time. Our algorithm is based on this concept with a dedicated electronic circuit. Arc Voltage is a function of contact...

What are the differences between snap-action and slow-break contacts in...

Note we no longer sell limit switches so the information given below is for information purposes only. You may still be able to buy Telemecanique limit switches (and some 9007 etc. ex-Schneider...

How does the "Dead man's switch" or "Dead man's handle" position work on a...

Please note that we no longer sell joysticks, so this FAQ is for information only. Technological description The handle grip comprises a fixed part (lower section) and a moving part (upper section)....

What is the difference between PNP and NPN when describing 3 wire...

Most industrial proximity sensors (inductive, capacitive, ultrasonic and photo electric) are solid state. The term solid state refers to the type of components used within the sensor. Solid state...

What size overload do I use with a star delta starter ?

In the majority of cases, the overload of a star delta starter is fitted below the delta contactor with wiring connections to one side of each of the motor windings. The other side of the windings...

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