ABB now has a new range of control panels with graphical displays, ranging from the standard model (CP410) to a model with a colour touch screen (CP450).
These control panels are ideal human/machine interfaces within automated processes, providing more transparency and efficiency.
Depending on the model, the CP400 range offers a wide variety of functions such as alarm and validation management, Ladder and Macro functions for local information processing, multi-language display (five languages), importing of variables from other software applications, screen manager and off-line and on-line simulation to facilitate fine tuning.
All models are fitted with a 32-bit RISC processor and 4Mb of Flash memory to ensure the rapid processing of large quantities of information.
All the products in the new range are able to communicate with the ABB AC31 and AC500 controllers, as well as with all major PLCs.
They can also be connected to a printer, a keyboard and a modem. Furthermore, from the CP430 and above, an Ethernet connection is available.
The entire range can be quickly and easily programmed and configured using a single software application.
Available functions:
• Alarm management
• Trend lines
• Multi-language
• Password protection
• Macro or Ladder
• Off-line and on-line simulation
• Real-time clock
• Validation management
• Animated Gifs
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Power without any doubts
Modern power supplies are a vital component in most areas of energy management and automation technology. The new CP-E range power supplies are the youngest members of the ABB power supply family. This range offers types with output voltages from 5 V DC to 48 V DC at output currents of 0.625 A to 3 A.
A high thermal efficiency corresponding with low power and heat dissipation, allow the operation without forced cooling. Functionality has been enhanced while the number of different types has been considerably reduced.
All power supplies of the new CP-E range are approved to all relevant world-wide standards (cULUS, IEC/EN 60950, etc.) and have both CE and C-TICK marks.
Characteristics of the CP-E range
• Output voltage 5 V, 12 V, 24 V, 48 V DC
• Adjustable output voltages
• Output current 0,625 A, 0,75 A, 1,25 A, 2,5 A, 3 A
• Power range 18 W, 30 W, 60 W
• Auto range input 100...240 V AC range (85...265 V AC, 90...375 V DC)
• High efficiency of up to 87...89 %
• Low power dissipation and low heating
• Free convection cooling (no forced cooling with ventilators)
• operating temperature range –10...+70°C
• Open-circuit, overload and short-circuit stable, automatic recovery
• Integrated input fuse
• U/I characteristic curve (fold-forward behaviour at overload – no shutdown) for devices > 18 W
• Redundancy unit CP-A RU offering true redundancy
• Status LED “OUTPUT OK”
• DC OK output (transistor) for 24 V devices (> 18 W)
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Do you give your motors a kick-start? Or do you accelerate them nice and smoothly? If you have a large motor, the answer is obvious: You install a softstarter to protect your electrical network. But… what do you do if your motor is medium-sized or small? You either start Direct-On-Line. Or you install a Y/D starter. And keep your fingers crossed.
It doesn’t have to be that way any longer. ABB is now introducing a state-of-the-art range of small, compact softstarters that covers applications from 3A up to 45A. They are designed to meet our customers’ surveyed requirements: “Better performance than Y/D… reliability and quality… tight dimensions… easy installation…possibilities of communication… and all of this, of course, at an attractive price!” In brief, it’s a brand new concept in compact softstarters – it’s really a smart Starter! Power and Productivity.
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To provide convenient cost-effective solutions for electrical distribution applications where a switched neutral is needed, Moeller Electric has expanded its popular and versatile range of xStart contactors to include new four-pole models. The new DILMP models cover AC1 current ratings from 22A to 200A in just four frame sizes, the new four-pole contactors feature identical dimensions for AC- and DC-operated versions, thereby simplifying panel design and construction.
Ideal for use in mains/standby changeover, heating control, and distribution systems for IT installations, xStart four-pole contactors, like their three pole counterparts, have specially designed low consumption coil assemblies.
Not only do these innovative coil systems reduce heating in the control panel and energy consumption, they also make it possible for contactors up to 45A to be controlled directly from inexpensive low current PLC outputs, thereby eliminating the need for inconvenient interposing relays or costly high-power output modules.
The use of the contactors with PLCs is further simplified by the integrated suppressor which is included as standard in all DC-operated versions.
The new contactors feature space-saving compact construction, are designed to make wiring fast and easy. Access to the coil terminals is at front-plate level and, for additional convenience and safety, double-chamber screw-clamp terminals are used throughout.
Moeller Electric offers a wide range of accessories for use with its new four-pole xStart contactors. These include mechanical interlocks for vertical and horizontal configurations, which need no additional space to be allowed between the contactors; auxiliary contacts in standard and early-make/late-break versions; suppressors for AC-operated types; and insulating shrouds.
To maximise user convenience, the new four-pole contactors use the same accessories as three-pole models in the xStart range.
Manufactured to the highest standards, xStart contactors are designed to provide maintenance-free operation for a mechanical life of at least 10 million operations. They comply with all relevant sections of IEC60947, as well as with appropriate UL and CSA requirements. In addition, they carry the CE marking.
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Crydom Solid State Relays (SSRs) are utilized in numerous medical applications. Crydom SSRs are used to control motors in hospital beds, examination tables, and rehabilitation equipment. SSR’s are also widely used for heating controls in sterilization equipment, blood warming units, and incubators.
Since Crydom SSRs utilize silicon for switching loads and therefore have no contacts that arc, contact contamination and the danger of sparking are eliminated. Coupled with an epoxy-filled encapsulation, the Crydom SSR is resistant to steam and other sterilization techniques.
The recent introduction of the Crydom MC series of SSR/controllers is an all in one solution that includes both a controller and a Crydom SSR in one package to control temperature, phase control, or soft start, soft stop functions.
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The new range of ABB switch fuses (Type OS630) has now expanded with sizes for 630 and 800 amperes for both DIN and BS type fuse links.
The new switch fuses are designed and tested for high safety in low voltage power distribution and motor control centers.
For more information, please contact the sales office at E. Preston Electrical, 0161 339 5177, or email sales@epreston.co.uk
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Introducing the New Low Depth E-Stop
Johnson Electric / Saia-Burgess are proud to announce the introduction of probably the world’s smallest behind panel depth emergency stop switch as the latest introduction to the TH Contact range.
• Low profile behind panel
• Compact
• Suitable for small portable equipment
• Certified to the latest international safety standards
• Illuminated LED options
• Rotary reset in 3 styles
• Environmental protection to IP65
Requiring less than 20mm profile, the new TE1 series outperforms even the best. With approval to EN418 standards (pending), 30mm or 40mm diameter buttons, 3 styles and illuminated options, the TE1 is the obvious choice when you demand the ‘best in class’ safety equipment components for your machine users.
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Crydom Solid State Relays (SSRs) are utilized in the lighting industry in a wide range of applications. Beside the obvious on-off supply control, or for the remote power switching points for centralized automated control, Crydom SSRs find widespread use in high power dimming systems for theatrical, industrial and residential applications, as well as airport lighting controls, parking lot lighting, safety lights and energy saving systems for commercial and industrial lighting.
The Crydom MCPC series of microprocessor based proportional controller/SSR modules significantly reduce the amount of design effort and components required to incorporate phase angle dimming control in lighting systems while improving reliability and life.
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The new padlock device M800 complies with all requirements of the IEC and in combination with an additional padlock device mounted on the switch itself also with UL508A.
The new padlock device convince by its simple and robust design while featuring a compact unit.
Padlock device M800
The main features are:
• Single hole mounting with integrated door clutch.
• IP66/67 protection degree.
• Applicable for all cam switches of size S1 and S2 and KG41B, KG64B, KG80, KG100, KG105, KG125-KG317.
• Door interlock in the OFF-Position while a padlock is fitted and also in the ON-position.
• The door can be open in the non locked OFF-position, only.
• Override Function in the ON-position. The door clutch may be opened only if the witch is in the OFF-position. In special cases, however, authorized people have a requirement to open the door, even if the switch is in the ON-position.
• Accepted Misalignment: ± 3mm horizontally, ±5mm vertically.
• Maximum 3 padlocks with a minimum shackle diameter Ø 5 - 8 mm.
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Based on the latest xStart DILM contactors, which have mechanical lives in excess of ten million operations and are fitted with durable RMQ Titan pushbuttons, Moeller Electric’s new enclosed motor starters combine exceptional reliability with compact dimensions and very competitive pricing.
In addition, because the starters are designed and built in the UK, they fully address the specific needs of UK users, and excellent availability is guaranteed
Standard products in the new Moeller Electric enclosed motor starter range include direct-on-line types with ratings from 4kW to 11kW, direct-on-line reversing types with ratings of 4kW and 5.5kW and star-delta types with ratings from 5.5kW to 15kW. The starters are available in 230V and 400V versions for use on 50Hz supplies.
The starters come complete with or without an isolator and are supplied fully wired, requiring only the addition of an overload relay – which mounts directly on the contactor – to be ready for immediate use. All models are offered in insulating or stainless steel enclosures with an IP65 ingress protection rating, or in sheet-steel enclosures which have an IP55 rating.
Moeller Electric's new enclosed motor starters are designed to provide long maintenance-free service lives. Customised versions to meet requirements which are not covered by the standard models are available on fast deliveries and at attractive prices.
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