25250 Mem TVSS Cat pt1 30/7/02 14:09 Page 12 ® THE I.T . PROTECTOR TR ANSIENT VOLTAGE SURGE SUPPR ESSOR (TVSS) FROM MEM MULTI-POINT MOUNTING FEET IP66 STEEL ENCLOSURE MULTI-STAGE HYBRID ACTIVE REMOTE ALARM TRACKING INTERFACE ® NETWORK (ATN ) FILTER THRESHOLD SUPPRESSION ™ NETWORK STATSCAN™ LOCAL DIAGNOSTICS ADVANCED SURGE PATH TECHNOLOGY S.M.A.R.T. DIAGNOSTICS SURGE COUNTER/AUDIBLE ALARM Note: Model illustrated features optional S.M.A.R.T. diagnostics package. 9 25250 Mem TVSS Cat pt2 30/7/02 14:27 Page 1 ® THE I.T . PROTECTOR FEA TURES AND BENEFITS PARALLEL WIRED MODELS STANDARD FEATURES BENEFITS Advanced Surge Path Technology™ All surge paths are surge current-rated far in excess of highest known magnitude transients and are designed for ultra low impedance and conduction of high frequency transients. All surge path connection points are soldered in order to establish and maintain the lowest possible impedance. Advanced Encapsulation Technology All components are encapsulated within an advanced electrochemical compound, which dramatically extends component life expectancy and eliminates degradation due to the adverse effects of weather, chemicals, vibration and impact in the harshest of environments. Threshold Suppression Network (TSN)™ Independently tested and verified to withstand up to 16,000 ANSI/IEEE C62.41 CAT C3 (20kV, 10kA) impulses, at one minute intervals with no failure and measured limiting voltage drift of less than 6%. This represents an unequalled benchmark in the industry. UL1449 Second Edition & UL1283 Listed Provides highest available level of third party verification of device safety and performance. Up to Twenty Year Free Replacement Warranty Strongest warranty in the industry. OPTIONAL FEATURES BENEFITS Multi-Stage Hybrid Active Provides unsurpassed suppression of switching generated ring wave transients and ® Tracking Network (ATN ) excellent high energy impulse transient response for protection of sensitive and critical equipment - see page 39. Enhanced All mode Protection™ Assures all possible transient paths to load equipment are covered. Provides highest level of load equipment protection. System Monitoring And Reporting Technology™ Comprehensive dual mode monitoring of critical system functions. Real time (S.M.A.R.T.™) Advanced Diagnostics audible and visual reporting of unit status, phase loss/protection loss, transient events (reset and alarm mute) and event history recording for trend analysis. IP66 Rated Steel Enclosures Allows weather proof installation in the most demanding industrial and commercial environments. SERIES WIRED MODELS FEATURES BENEFITS Enhanced All Mode Protection™ Provides dedicated suppression components for all possible transient paths. Series Wired Configuration Series connection provides superior dedicated load circuit protection and minimal internal lead length for optimum Measured Limiting (Let-Through) Voltage. Compact Size Compact size allows close proximity mounting with maximum application and installation flexibility in space restricted locations such as equipment racks, motor control cabinets and OEM applications. Data/Telecom Protection Protection for critical one or two pair lines. Prevents damaging transients from entering systems through the ‘back door’. Prevents damage to dedicated low voltage level circuits. (HS-P-SP model range only). Advanced Encapsulation Technology All components are encapsulated within an advanced electrochemical compound, which dramatically extends component life expectancy and eliminates degradation due to the adverse effects of weather, chemicals, vibration and impact in the harshest of environments. Remote Alarm Capability Allows remote signalling of suppression circuit status for continuous monitoring of suppression system at even the most remote locations. (HS-P-SP model range only). Multi-Stage Hybrid Active Provides unsurpassed suppression of switching generated ring wave transients and ® Tracking Network (ATN ) excellent high energy impulse transient response for protection of sensitive and critical equipment - see page 39. (HS-P-SP and HS model ranges only). EMI/RFI Attenuation Reduces the disruptive effects of conducted voltage and interference. Ten Year Free Replacement Warranty Strongest warranty in the industry. 10 25250 Mem TVSS Cat pt2 30/7/02 14:27 Page 2 MODEL SELECTION GUIDE MEM recognises that commercial and industrial surge suppressor purpose load requirements. Electrical system layout, location of applications cover a wide range. To accommodate these the premises and proximity to other facilities are also important requirements, we offer a broad array of AC power, data and factors to consider. ® telecommunications models of the I.T. Protector from MEM. MEM IS ABLE TO PERFORM A SYSTEM SURVEY AND ® Many factors influence the selection of the right Protector LOAD RISK ANALYSIS. THIS SURVEY WILL PROVIDE THE model. These factors are directly related to the size and NECESSARY INFORMATION FOR INDIVIDUAL MODEL complexity of a facility, as well as specific variables such as SELECTION AS WELL AS DETERMINING FACILITY-WIDE ® location category, exposure level and mission critical or general SYSTEM SHIELD PROTECTION. ANSI/IEEE C62.41 1991 LOCATION CATEGORIES Category Category Category CA B Meter Out Building Underground Service Service Entrance & Distribution Board AC POWER PANEL UNIT: INTERNATIONAL MODEL SELECTION GUIDE GENERAL PURPOSE LOADS MISSION CRITICAL/SENSITIVE LOADS LOCATION CATEGORY HIGH MEDIUM LOW HIGH MEDIUM LOW EXPOSURE EXPOSURE EXPOSURE EXPOSURE EXPOSURE EXPOSURE CATEGORY C Large service entrances, distribution PTX640 PTX300 PTX300 PTE640 PTE300 PTE300 panels, roof top locations and outdoor PTX400 PTX160 PTX160 PTE400 PTE160 PTE160 locations PTX080 PTE080 CATEGORY B Service entrances, distribution panels, PTX300 PTX300 PTX160 PTE300 PTE300 PTE160 short run sub-circuits (from service PTX160 PTX160 PTX080 PTE160 PTE160 PTE080 entrance) PTX080 PTX048 PTE080 PTE048 CATEGORY A Final circuit distribution boards, long PTX160 PTX080 PTX048 PTE160 PTE160 PTE080 run sub circuits (from service entrance), PTX080 PTX048 M2SSK PTE080 PTE080 PTE048 point of use isolators/fuse switches PTX048 M2SSK XT40 PTE048 PTE048 M2SSK HIGH EXPOSURE MISSION CRITICAL LOADS High lightning areas, close proximity to large industrial facilities, Microprocessor based equipment, PC’s, servers, workstations very active internal load switching environment, large inductive and control circuits for variable drives, PLC’s, robotics, automated loads and other heavy transient sources sharing common circuits manufacturing systems, process control cabinets, telephones/ with mission critical and sensitive loads. faxes/modems, fire alarm/security systems, etc. PTE indicates addition of optional normal mode and common mode MEDIUM EXPOSURE ® multistage hybrid Active Tracking Network (ATN ) Filter. Moderate lightning areas, active internal load switching transient environment, sensitive loads and transient generating source Units in bold are recommended for location category and sharing common circuits, moderate use of sensitive loads. exposure level shown. LOW EXPOSURE Low lightning areas, moderate to low internal load switching transient environment, limited use of sensitive loads. 11 25250 Mem TVSS Cat pt2 30/7/02 14:27 Page 3 MEM TVSS - UK P ANEL MODEL APPLICA TION AN D SELECTION GUIDE INSTALLATION TYPE OF LOAD EQUIPMENT INCOMER CAPACITY MEM LIST NUMBER DESCRIPTION (AMPS) Main Switchboard Location General services, mechanical services, sub-distribution boards, busbar feeders, etc. Over 800A PTX160 3Y201 (Category C Low Exposure Level) Main Switchboard Location As above, including sensitive load equipment. (eg BMS or motor control centre) Over 800A PTE160 3Y201 (Category C Low Exposure Level) Main Switchboard Location General services, mechanical services, sub-distribution boards, busbar feeders, etc. 800A or less PTX080 3Y201 Main Switchboard Location As above, including sensitive load equipment. (eg BMS or motor control centre) 800A or less PTE080 3Y201 Sub & Final Distribution Boards General services, mechanical services, final distribution boards, etc. Over 800A PTX160 3Y201 Sub & Final Distribution Boards As above, including sensitive load equipment. Over 800A PTE160 3Y201 Sub & Final Distribution Boards General services, mechanical services, final distribution boards, etc. 630A to 800A PTX080 3Y201 Sub & Final Distribution Boards As above, including sensitive load equipment. 630A to 800A PTE080 3Y201 Sub & Final Distribution Boards General services, mechanical services, final distribution boards, etc. Up to 630A PTX048 3Y201 Sub & Final Distribution Boards General services, mechanical services, final distribution boards, etc. Up to 630A PTX048 1P201 Sub & Final Distribution Boards As above, including sensitive load equipment. Up to 630A PTE048 3Y201 Sub & Final Distribution Boards As above, including sensitive load equipment. Up to 630A PTE048 1P201 Final Circuit Distribution Board General lighting and power, small supplies etc Up to 400A XT40 3Y201 & individual supplies Final Circuit Distribution Board General lighting and power, small supplies etc Up to 400A XT40 1P201 & individual supplies Final Circuit Distribution Board Computer suites, telecommunication & datacom equipment, PLC controls etc. Up to 400A PTE048 3Y201 & individual supplies Final Circuit Distribution Board Computer suites, telecommunication & datacom equipment, PLC controls etc. Up to 400A PTE048 1P201 & individual supplies Memshield 2, Three Phase General services and/or sensitive load equipment Up to 200A M2SSK3 B Type Distribution Board Memshield 2, Single Phase A or General services and/or sensitive load equipment Up to 200A M2SSK1 B Type Distribution Board NOTES 1) This a general guide only. For further information, please contact MEM Technical Services on 0121 685 2001 2) We recommend a suppressor with Active Tracking Network for the protection of sensitive loads. (For example: Computer suites, data/telecom equipment, PLC controlled equipment including variable drives, building management systems, CNC production machinery etc.) N.B. The enhanced N-E mode Active Tracking Network featured on all PTE models MUST be disabled by cutting the selection link if the suppressor is directly connected to patient-connected medical equipment or instrumentation, circuits fed via RCD/ELCB devices, circuits connected to loads having significant % Total Harmonic Distortion (eg variable drives), or circuits with FM communications superimposed upon the 50Hz base power frequency. 12 25250 Mem TVSS Cat pt2 30/7/02 14:27 Page 4 REFER SINGLE OR SUPPLY PEAK SURGE ACTIVE VISUAL REMOTE I.P. WARRANTY TO PAGE THREE REQUIRED CURRENT (kA) TRACKING STATUS STATUS RATING PERIOD PHASE PER PHASE NETWORK INDICATION INDICATION Page 18 TP 32A TP 160kA No Yes Yes IP66 20 Years Page 18 TP 32A TP 160kA Yes Yes Yes IP66 20 Years Page 16 TP 32A TP 80kA No Yes Yes IP66 20 Years Page 16 TP 32A TP 80kA Yes Yes Yes IP66 20 Years Page 18 TP 32A TP 160kA No Yes Yes IP66 20 Years Page 18 TP 32A TP 160kA Yes Yes Yes IP66 20 Years Page 16 TP 32A TP 80kA No Yes Yes IP66 20 Years Page 16 TP 32A TP 80kA Yes Yes Yes IP66 20 Years Page 14 TP 32A TP 48kA No Yes Yes IP66 20 Years Page 14 SP 32A SP 48kA No Yes Yes IP66 20 Years Page 14 TP 32A TP 48kA Yes Yes Yes IP66 20 Years Page 14 SP 32A SP 48kA Yes Yes Yes IP66 20 Years Page 30 TP 32A TP 40kA No Yes No IP66 10 Years Page 30 SP 32A SP 40kA No Yes No IP66 10 Years Page 14 TP 32A TP 48kA Yes Yes Yes IP66 20 Years Page 14 SP 32A SP 48kA Yes Yes Yes IP66 20 Years Page 28 TP MCH332 80kA ARN Yes No IP23 10 Years (Included) Page 28 SP MCH132 80kA ARN Yes No IP23 10 Years (Included) 3) All devices listed here require a 32A protective device of appropriate short circuit rating for the installed location prospective short circuit current. This may be via MCB, MCCB or BS88 fuses. 4) The length of lead connecting the suppressor to the board to be protected is critical. Ensure ALL leads are as SHORT and STRAIGHT as possible. Where possible bind leads tightly along their length. 13