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,...

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...

Will Vijeo Designer work on Windows 7 64 bit?

The compatibility depends on the version and Service Pack of Vijeo Designer. The table below gives some information Version and Service Pack Windows 7 32-bit Windows 7 64-bit Vijeo Designer V6.0...

What is the difference between isolated and non-isolated coaxial sockets?...

A non-isolated coax socket is a standard socket. If you wish to install a socket to connect your TV coax lead into, this is what is required. Also, this version must be used for satellite...

How do I connect / wire a contactor and overload to create a Direct On...

Attached is a .pdf file with pictorial diagrams (1) of how you would connect the four most common variants of a DOL starter. They show diagrams for 240 and 415 VAC control. The most common for small...

What is the cabling diagram for the SR1CBL01 cable?

NOTE that SR1 relays are obsolete, replaced by SR2 and SR3. Click on the product link on the right for more information. The SR1CBL01 is the programming cable to be used with the Zelio Relay SR1. To...

What is the pin-out of the cable XBTZ915?

Below is the pin-out of cable XBTZ915

In a star-delta starter, how can I incorporate a thermal overload relay as...

Only tests carried out by accredited laboratories allow the announcement that a combination of equipment can protect the installation according to type 1, type 2 or total coordination. These...

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What is the difference between the REFLEX mode and the POLARISED REFLEX...

Note that we no longer sell these devices, this FAQ is for information only. Both systems comprise a transmitter and receiver (usually within a single-body sensor), and a reflector. The transmitter...

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...

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...

PACTware® - How to update device catalog

There are three ways to access the device Catalog in PACTware®: 1. By clicking on the Device Catalog icon: 2. By going to the View menu and clicking on "Device catalog": 3. By pressing F3...

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...

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