Air Circuit Breaker Selection Guide
Air Circuit Breaker Selection Guide
Air Circuit Breaker Selection Guide
, Ltd, as a subsidiary of CHINT Group and located in Shanghai with an area of approximately 391 acres, is
committed to bring a high-end brand to the low voltage electrical market. With over 45 million US dollar investment, NOARK Electric is
equipped with the most up-to-date technologies and production facilities. A professional R&D team, comprised of more than 100 professors
and doctors possessing some exclusive technologies patents such as modern simulation, has been working hard to achieve the intelligent low
voltage distribution and control products line with high quality, performance and stability.
The first generation Ex9 series of intelligent low voltage electrical products, incorporating the latest design, electronic and simulation
technologies, reach the top industry expectations. This product series not only sets multiple functions into ever smaller size, but also includes
data acquisition, communications, and intelligent remote control modules, which reward Noark with up to 54 exclusive patents including
invention, practical application and design. We firmly adhere to the concept of "best products derive from best raw materials", which is also
the principle of production. It is realized by cooperating with qualified suppliers with a very high selection standard. NOARK Electric is the
first Chinese company in the low voltage electrical industry implementing ISO/TS 16949 quality system. Besides complying with all compulsory
domestic standards,the full range of products is accredited by CB organization based on up-to-date IEC standards.
Through a global marketing network, Noark has successfully contributed its efforts to provide complete solution and highly-efficient, highly-
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Contents
Features 01
Features 1
Advantages 3
Standards and Certificates 9
Operating Conditions 10
Control Unit 11
Parameters 19
Accessories 21
Connecting Accessories 21
Lock & Interlock Accessories 21
Accessories for Remote Control & Signal Indication 22
Control Unit-related Accessories 23
Selection 24
Selection Rules 24
Order Specifications 25
Features
Product Overview
The Ex9A series Air Circuit Breaker is used for power distribution and protection of main lines of low-voltage distribution
networks with a rated current ranging between 400 A and 4,000 A, and also for the protection of motors and generators.
As a new generation of smart product, the Ex9A not only has muiliple protective functions, but also performs the functions
of measurement, communication, and electric power management, able to truly give the electric characteristics of the line
on which it is mounted, exchange data with other devices, and receive control commands from a higher level.
3P
Fixed Fixed Fixed
4P
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Features
Each air circuit breaker model covers several breaking capacities and rated current.
282/382 254/324
1000A (mm)
V
1250A V D
N Q N Q N/Q N/Q 394 255
1600A (mm)
415 690 415 690
kA kA/1s
H
1600A 430 354
100 (mm)
2000A
85 75 65 85
65 65 50
50 50 40 W
Ex9A32
5000A W
835/928
(mm)
6300A
V V V V
D
440
415 690 415 690 (mm)
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Features
Load switch
The Ex9ASD series load switch is used for communication between different busbars and the switching of the on/off
control for electric equipment, providing a cost-effective solution to the users.
Be able to isolate.
Be able to make/break current and overload current at a certain level.
Be unable to break the short-circuit current, to be used with a fuse if necessary.
No intelligent control unit.
Accord with IEC 60947-3, 14048.3 GB standard.
Ex9ASD16b 1600A H
kA/1s kA 187 430 354
(mm)
Ex9ASD20 2000A 85
Ex9ASD25 2500A W
437/552 424/539
(mm)
Ex9ASD29 2900A
Ex9ASD32 3200A V V
D
401 329
Ex9ASD40 4000A 400/690 400/690 (mm)
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Features
Advantages
True arcing circuit breaker
Magnetic-blow arcing technology: to extends the arc and introduces it into the arcing chamber.
Metal grid: Split arc, to accelerate heat dissipation and prevent high temperature generated by arc.
Metal mesh: to filter out and absorb the hazardous substances contained in the gas generated
from the arc.
Saving space: the Ex9A series circuit breaker has different structural dimensions for differ-
ent frame sizes, but every size is characterized in "large capacity and miniature, "saving
mounting space and reducing the cost for users.
Sophisticated technology
NOARK employs unique technology for the wiring terminals and conductor blocks of its
Ex9A air circuit breaker in order to effectively lower the rise of temperature.
T(℃)
80
General technology
70 Unique technology
60
50
40
30
20
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Features
The Ex9A air circuit breaker uses a more sophisticated smart unit, besides
preventing circuit / power supply device against hazards from various kinds
of faults and adding abundant expansion functions:
Wide-range protection, not only suitable for power distribution and mot-
ors, but also available especially for the protection of generators.
Protection of high accuracy and high sensitivity
Easy-to-use HMIs
.
LCD data display.
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Features
Modularization
模块化设计 Design
抽屉式
Withdrawable
4 5 6
06
8
13
9
7
6
14
15
10
11
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No. Designation
1 Smart Unit
Fixed
固定式 2 Operating Mechanism
3 Electric Motor
4 Shunt Release
5 Closing Release
6 Undervoltage Release
17 7 Auxiliary Contact
Wiring Terminal on the
8
Secondary Circuit
9 Arcing Chamber
10 Handle
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11 Side Plate
12 Panel
13 Withdrawable Indicator
14 On Button
15 Off Button
16 Retaining Plate
17 Cover
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Features
The operating mechanism of the Ex9A is a spring energy storage type. When switching
on/off, the storage spring releases energy and drives the contacts to move. The operating
mechanism may have the following ways of energy storage:
Manual energy storage to make the actuating mechanism store energy by activating the
storage handle with hand.
Longer product service life, extending replacement duration and lowering costs.
6000
5000
3000
500
12500 Ex9A16
Standard 500
Ex9A32 500
10000 Standard 500
Ex9A40
Standard
8000 Ex9A63
Standard
2500
1500
1500 2000
Ex9A16
Standard
1500
Ex9A32
Standard
Ex9A40
Standard
Ex9A63
Standard
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Features
Wiring Flexibility
The user may experience the flexibility and convenience of the Ex9A air circuit breaker even
though it is provided on a main or a secondary circuit.
Control Circuit
The most sophisticated screwless wiring technology, while maintaining its high degree of
protection (IP40), enabling a safer & easier operation and maintenance by the user.
Flexibility of the Ex9A *The user may select either a horizontal or vertical connection
Vertical Connection
Horizontal Connection
Front Connection
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Features
Environmentally Friendly
Design/Manufacturing
Haloid The Ex9A does not contain any noxious or hazardous sub-
element
Asbestos
stances, and its manufacturing and processing processes
Cadmium
are performed in accordance with the requirements of the
Chloro flouro
carbon(CFC) ISO 14001.
Operation
Low temperature rise, low power consumption, and minor
influences to the surrounding environment during operation.
Distribution
Environmentally-protective materials are used in the course
of distribution.
Recycling
Over 80% of its component materials can be recycled and
reused at the end of its service life.
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Features
Operating Conditions
Environment temperature
If the necessary working temperature is below -10℃ or above +40℃, use it according to
those specified in the table of temperature compensation coefficient or please contact
400-1092-111.
Altitude
If having to install at an altitude above 2,000m, use it according to those specified in the
table of altitude-derating factors or please contact 400-1092-111 if you have any questions
and/or concerns.
Humidity
If the ambient temperature is +40℃, the atmospheric relative humidity can not exceed 50%.
If the temperature is lower, use it under the conditions for a higher degree of humidity.
The monthly mean relative humidity needs to be below 90% in the dampest month.
The effects of condensation on the product surface impacts its performance and needs to
be taken into consideration.
(Every product has been tested by strictly following the requirements given by IEC 60068-
2-30,and use advanced anti-condensation technology)
Pollution Degree
Level Ⅲ
Radio waves
Electrostatic discharge
The product has been strictly tested in accordance with IEC 60947-2, making sure that:
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Control Unit
Overview of the Control Unit
The control unit is the core component of air circuit breaker, mainly used to identify electric faults auto-
matically and control the circuit breaker in order to trip for protection of the circuit.
The Ex9A smart unit uses electronic technology with the 32-bit DSP (digital signal processor) as its core.
Besides enhancement of its protection performance and the addition of protection types, it is able to per-
form multiple functions such as the measurement of electric parameters, visual operation, memory, and
communication.
The Ex9A air circuit breaker provided with the smart unit is fully applicable to the new-type automation &
digitalization power distribution system.
Advanced Type(protection of
Standard Type Advanced Type(protection of power distribution)
generator)
Harmonic
classification Basic Type Harmonic Wave Energy Type
Current Type Voltage Type Energy Type WaveType
Type for Generator
(A) (D) (P) for Generator
(H) (GP)
(GH)
3.0
Three-Section
Selective
Protection
4.0
3.0+Earth-
Fault
Protection
5.0
3.0+Earth-
leakage
Protection
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Control Unit
Summary of Functions
3.0/4.0/5.0A 3.0/4.0/5.0D 3.0/4.0/5.0P 3.0/4.0/5.0H 3.0GP 3.0GH
Overload Protection ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
Short-circuit Short Delay Protection ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
Short-circuit Instantaneous Protection ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
Grounding Protection ■(Only 4.0) ■(Only 4.0) ■(Only 4.0) ■(Only 4.0) — —
Earth Leakage Protection ■(Only 5.0) ■(Only 5.0) ■(Only 5.0) ■(Only 5.0) — —
MCR & HSISC Protection ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
Pr o t ec t i on Func t i on
Voltage Measurement — ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
Freq. Measurement — ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
Voltage Unbalance Measurement — ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
Phase Sequence Detection — ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
Power Measurement — — ■ ■ ■ ■
Power Factor Measurement — — ■ ■ ■ ■
Electric Energy Measurement — — ■ ■ ■ ■
Harmonic Wave Detection — — — ■ — ■
8-times Fault Record ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
8-times Alarm Record ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
Ma i n t enance Func t i on
Demand Value Measurement Current □ Current □ Current / Power□ Current / Power□ Current / Power□ Current / Power□
Zone Selective Interlock (ZSI) □ □ □ □ □ □
Communication Function — □ □ □ □ □
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Control Unit
Characteristics
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Control Unit
Renewal above
Undervoltage Protection
When the three Line Voltages UAB, UBC,UCA drop below the setpoints simultaneously, protection activates.
Voltage Value / >1.1 not trip
Startup Value <0.9 trip
Voltage Value / >1.1 return
Return Value <0.9 no return
Permissible Accuracy ±10%
Delay Characteristics
Inherent Error 40ms
Temperature Protection
Voltage Value / >1.1 trip
Startup Value <0.9 not trip
Voltage Value / >1.1 no return
Return Value <0.9 return
Permissible Accuracy ±10%
Delay Characteristics
Inherent Error 40ms
Harmonic Wave Protection
When the threshold voltage and current are higher than its setpoint respectively, protection activates.
THD Value / >1.1 trip
Startup Value <0.9 not trip
THD Value / >1.1 no return
Return Value <0.9 return
Permissible Accuracy ±10%
Delay Characteristics
Inherent Error 40ms
Actual Current
I Actual Current
IR Setting Current for Long Delay & Reverse Time Limit Protection
tR Setting Time for Long Delay & Reverse Time Limit Protection
Isd Setting Current for Short Delay & Definite Time Limit Protection
tsd Setting Time for Short Delay & Definite Time Limit Protection
Is Setting Current for Short Delay & ReverseTime Limit Protection
ts Setting Time for Short Delay & Reverse Time Limit Protection
Ii Setting Time for Instantaneous Protection
Ig Setting Current for Grounding Protection
tg Setting Time for Grounding Protection
Cr Clipping Coefficient for Grounding Reverse Time Limit
I△n Setting Current for Leakage Protection
△t Setting Time for Leakage Protection
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Control Unit
Parameter Settings
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Control Unit
Measuring Range & Accuracy
Method of Communication
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Control Unit
Smart unit can be realized Modbus communication access through the Modbus communication protocol to the industrial network, to
achieve Ex9A the smart management and smart control, industrial network structure as shown:
NPower to realize intelligent power distribution system details can be call or access to intelligence, Jacques's sample distribution system.
Internet
LAN
nServer
Ethernet
Communication server
(TCP/IP/Modbus)
View
View
GSM
Massage warning module
Modbus
Modbus
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Control Unit
Operation Overview
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Parameter
Ex9A Series Air Circuit Breaker
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Parameter
Ex9ASD Series Load Switch
Electrical performance
Number of poles (P) 3P/4P
Operating frequency (Hz) 50/60
Version Fixed / Withdrawable
Rated voltage Ue (V) 380/400/415/660/690
Rated current +40℃ In (A) 400-630-800-1000-1250-1600 1600-2000-2500-2900-3200-4000
Rated insulation voltage Ui (V) 1000
Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp(kV) 12
Short-time withstand
400V 42 85
current Icw (kA) 1s
Rated making current
400V 105 187
(peak)Icm(kA)
Breaking and closing Breaking 20~30
time (ms) Closing <60 <70
Arcing distance 0
Service life
Electrical (415V) 6000 3000
(C-O)
Isolation function ■
Connection and Installation
Load category AC22A/AC23A
Installing category IV
Pollution degree 3
Operating frequency (cycles/h) 20
Connection mode Horizontal/Vertical/Hybrid
Power supply Top/Bottom
Installation mode Fixed Withdrawable Fixed Withdrawable
W(3P/4P) 254/324 282/382 424/539 437/552
Weight
H 322 352 354 430
(mm)
D 255 394 329 401
Weight 3P 20 36 70/84 116
(kg) 4P 24 52 116/138 138
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Accessories
Connecting Accessories
Phase Barrier
The phase board is used to improve the insulation level between phases at
the connection of a circuit breaker.
Keep the breaking button on a circuit breaker at its depressed state with a
Keylock, thus maintaining the circuit breaker in its breaking lock status.
One circuit breaker is provided with one lock and one key.
Two circuit breakers are provided with two locks and one key.
Three circuit breakers are provided with three locks and two keys.
Button Lock
The button stop is used to prevent the “Off” and “On” buttons against
incorrect operation and can be locked in position with a keyed lock provided.
Door Interlock
Ensures that the door is not be opened when a circuit breaker is at its operating
or test position.
Mechanical Interlock
It is made in the lever mode, suitable for two or three circuit breakers.
It is made in steel cable mode, suitable for two or three circuit breakers.
Electric Interlock
Interlock of a circuit breaker is made electrically and able to switch over au-
tomatically.
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Accessories
Accessories for Remote Control and Signal Indication
Shunt Release (SHT)
It is used to operate a circuit breaker remotely, making the circuit breaker break off.
Actuation Characteristics.
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Accessories
Control Unit-related Accessories
Earth leakage Transformer(WEC)
WEC: A special external transformer that corresponds with the rated current of the circuit
breaker. Each rated current corresponds to one type of transformer.
LEC: A rectangular leakage transformer that corresponds with the rated current of the cir-
cuit breaker. Each rated current corresponds to one type of transformer.
Pole-N Transformer(NEC)
NEC: A transformer dedicated for usage on a 3P+N circuit breaker that is mounted on
pole-N to provide protection.
Power Module(AD)
AD:An auxiliary power supply to a smart control unit powered by double power supplies,
ensuring normal operation of the smart control unit when the corresponding circuit breaker
is off.
Power Module(M6C)
M6C:Relay the signal module is used to amplify the control unit orders signal, remote con-
trol, alarm and other functions, need to supply DC24V AD when the power supply module
used.
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Selection
9A16、9A32、9A40 Selection Explain
Ex9A 16 N 3P 1600 D/O SU 30A AC230 OTHER
Power Special
Product Rated Breaking Poles Rated Version Smart Unit Voltage Code Require-
Code Frame Capacity Current for Control ment
Current
Circuit
SU30GP:
Power Type30GP
SU30GH:Harmonic
Wave Type30GP
Example:
“Ex9A16 3P 1250 F SU40P AC230” means a circuit breaker of the Ex9A series, 1,600 housing, 3 poles,1250A, stationary-type, multi-
function electric power 4.0P control unit, and 230 V AC power voltage on the control loop.
Note①: SU30, SU40, and SU50 are new products without liquid crystal display and have basic protection function. (Time to market –fur-
ther notice)
Note②: 9A16 Qbreaking capacity type is a new product. (Time to market – further notice)
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Selection
9A63 Selection Explain
Ex9A 63 V 3P 5000 M AC230 OTHER
Power
Product Rated Breaking Poles Rated Smart Special
Voltage Code
Code Frame Capacity Current Unit Require-
for Control
Current ment
Circuit
3P:3 Poles
① No code if
63:6300A V:120kA 63: AC230:
M:standard no special
(May be 6300A,5000A, AC230V
Type requirements
omitted) 4P:4 Poles 4000A AC400:
AC400V A code
H:multi- shall be
functionType DC220: made timely
DC220V according to
DC110: the
DC110V requirements
in case
of special
requirements
Example:
“Ex9A63 3P 5000 M AC230”means an air circuit breaker of the Ex9A series, 6300 housing, 3 poles, 5000A,
withdrawable-type, standard electric power 4.0P control unit, and 230 VAC power voltage on the control loop.
Note①:9A63 series product only have withdrawable type;6300A product only have 3P.
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Selection
Ex9ASD Series Load Switch Selection Explain
Ex9ASD 08 3P F AC230 OTHER
Closing Release(XF)
□ AC 400V □ AC 230V □ DC 220V □ DC 110V
Remarks
Auxiliary Contact(AX)
□ 4 NOs 4 NCs(required)
Note:SD series load switch are new product,time to market further notice,is expected to for August 30.
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9A16、9A32、9A40 Order Specifications
Device Type
□ Circuit Breaker Standard Accessories:
Frame&Current Electric Motor (MD)(Required,one out of five)
Ex9A16 Ex9A32 Ex9A40 □ AC 230V □ AC 400V □ DC 220V □ DC 110V □ DC 24V
□ 400A □ 1600A □ 2000A
□ 630A □ 2000A □ 2500A Closing Release(XF)(Required,one out of five)
□ 800A □ 2500A □ 2900A □ AC 230V □ AC 400V □ DC 220V □ DC 110V □ DC 24V
□ 1000A □ 2900A □ 3200A
Shunt Release(SHT)(Required,one out of five)
□ 1250A □ 3200A □ 4000A
□ AC 230V □ AC 400V □ DC 220V □ DC 110V □ DC 24V
□ 1600A
Auxiliary Contact(AX)
Breaking Capacity (Required,one out of four)
□ 4 NOs 4 NCs(required)
□ N:55kA □ Q:65kA □ R:85kA □ H:100kA
Note:Ex9A16 breaking capacity can choose now,Ex9A32/40 have three kinds of Q/R/H. Optional Accessories:
Ex9A16 Q breaking capacity type is new product,time to market further notice.
Undervoltage Release(UVT)(Optional)
Number of Poles(Required,one out of two) Voltage:(one out of two) □ AC 230V □ AC 400V
□ 3P □ 4P Tripping Type:(one out of five) □ Instantaneous
Installation Mode(Required,one out of two) □ Time-delay :□ 0.5s □ 1s □ 3s □ 5s
□ Fixed(F) □ Withdrawable Auxiliary Contact(AX)
□ 6 NOs 6 NCs(optional)
Connection Mode(Required,one out of five)
□ Front Connection(only for Ex9A32) □ Vertical Connection Doorframe(Required,one out of two)
□ Horizontal Connection □ Hybrid Connection(with connection mode indicated) □ Fixed(CDP) □ Withdrawable(DDP)
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9A63 Order Specifications
Device Type
□ Circuit Breaker Key Lock(KLK)
□ one set: one lock and one key
Frame&Current
□ two sets: two locks and one key
Ex9A63 □ three sets: three locks and two keys
□ 4000A
□ 5000A Machanical Interlock
□ 6300A □ Steel Cable(IPA 14) □ Racking(MIT 14)
Breaking Capacity □ V:120kA Auxiliary Contact
Number of Poles(Required,one out of two) □ 6 NOs 6 NCs(AX 14)
□ 3P □ 4P Power Module(AD)
□ AC400V □ AC230V □ DC220V □ DC110V
Installation Mode □ Withdrawable
□ M6C Relay Signal Module(M6C)
Connection Mode(Required,one out of four)
□ Front Connection □ Vertical Connection □ Doorframe(DDP)
□ Horizontal Connection □ Hybrid Connection
□ Button Lock(VBP)
□ Phase Barrier(DPS)
Standard Accessories:
Electric Motor (MD)
□ AC 400V □ AC 230V □ DC 220V □ DC 110V
Shunt Release(SHT)
□ AC 400V □ AC 230V □ DC 220V □ DC 110V
Closing Release(XF)
□ AC 400V □ AC 230V □ DC 220V □ DC 110V
Auxiliary Contact(AX)
□ 4 NOs 4 NCs
Optional Accessories:
Undervoltage Release (UVT 14)
□ Instantaneous □ Time-delays(provide 0.5-1-3-5s,optional adjustable )
□ AC 400V □ AC 230V
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