CTU02
Switching module with switching in each phase
Thyristor switching module designed for dynamic and hybrid PFC based on three-phase capacitors. Module has special semiconductor switcher in each phase. Together with controllers FCR and GCR range they can reach the best possible speed of reconnection up to 25 operations per 1 second. Special construction of the module solves voltage discharging problem so the three-phase capacitor can be switched again immediately after disconnection without prior discharging. Switching is realized within 10 ms from receiving the signal from PF controller.
- designed for three-phase capacitoris
- switching element in each phase
- maximum three-phase capacitor power 72 kvar
- switching On within 10 ms from signal receiving
- semiconductor temperature protection
- switching speed up to 25 operations / 1 s
- control signal voltage 24 VDC or 230 VAC
- operation status signalization
- ready for dynamic and hybrid PFC
Thyristor switching modules CTU are constructed for switching of LC circuits with prevailing capacitive part (detuned compensation stages). Advantage of CTU modules comparing to the classic contactor switching of capacitor stages is immediate capacitor connection without its previous discharging. This is possible thanks to special construction which assures that capacitor is ready for another connection immediately after its previous disconnection. Switching of capacitor is realized at the moment when the difference between the capacitor voltage and system voltage before the switching element is equal to zero. From this feature comes another important advantage and this is significant current surges reduction. Current surges are causing disturbances which can affect proper running of electronic devices and can severely damage and even destroy them. Further more, lifetime of capacitors is increased, because only nominal current flows through the circuit. For the protection of power switching element against current peaks (di/dt) it is necessary to connect in the series with module also inrush inductor.
Temperature protection
Inside the CTU02 module aluminum cooler is installed temperature sensor which is used for protection of semiconductors against damage by high temperature. Temperature level is set on 80°C.
Technical features
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| system voltage | 400 VAC (+10%,-15%) |
| system frequency |
50 / 60 Hz |
| auxiliary supply voltage |
230 VAC 50 Hz / 2 VA |
| control voltage |
24 VDC or 230 VAC |
| maximum allowed three-phase capacitor power |
72 kvar |
| self consumption of supporting circuit |
0.24 VA |
| reverse blocking voltage | 1600 V |
| temperature protection | internal +80°C |
| type of load | R, C, RLC |
| lost power | max. 300 W |
| forced ventilation consumption | 3 VA |
| ambient temperature range | -20°C ... +45°C |
| protection degree |
IP00 |