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What is the difference between Class 0.5 and Class 0.5s for Current...

For Current Transformers: Class 0.5s is more accurate when you got low values of current. For class 0.5s and with a current between 1-5% In, you got on class 0.5s a 0.75% error. For class 0.5 and...

EcoStruxure Facility Expert evolution

EcoStruxure Facility Expert TM evolution Schneider Electric is improving and enhancing your experience by transitioning from EcoStruxure Facility Expert to a new solution ecosystem. Here a...

How can I use a motor protection circuit breaker type GV2, GV3, GV4, GV5,...

The GV range of motor protection circuit breakers (MPCB) can be used on a single-phase network by connecting 2 of the poles in series. In this way, all 3 motor protection circuit breaker poles are...

What are the Torque settings for NSX MCCB power terminals?

Torque settings for NSX MCCB power terminals are below: 100amp and less rated frames = 10Nm 125-250amp rated frames = 15Nm 400-630amp rated frames = 50Nm These are for the top and bottom power...

What is the difference between AC-7a and AC-7b when choosing a iCT...

These utilization categories determine what load the contactors are switching: AC-7a are for slightly inductive loads for household appliances for example mixers and blenders AC-7b are for motor...

What is the maximum earth loop Impedance Zs value for the circuit breakers...

The maximum earth loop Impedance figures can be found on the attached pdf files. 16A to 250A The standard MCCB's used for ratings of 16A to 250A with part numbers beginning with...

What does Internal Arc Classification A-F, A-FL and A-FLR mean?

Internal Arc Classification IAC A-F, A-FL and A-FLR are defined in IEC 62217-200 and help to define internal arc performance of medium voltage or high voltage switchgear. The following definitions...

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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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...

Which is the software to program the Modicon M171O (Optimized)?

The software to program the Modicon M171O (optimized) is EcoStruxure Machine Expert HVAC. The software can be downloaded from our website:...

How to identify the M172 that I am using in the program?

In order to identify in our code which M172 model we are using we need to use the two (2) internal variables located in "Operators and blocks". The variables are Par_POLI (Polycarbonate...

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 in-sync and in-phase?

There is often confusion between the in-phase and the In-sync features of ASCO transfer switches. It is important to understand the difference between these features especially during the process of...

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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