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Contents
1 - General Features 4
2 - Applications 5
3 - Product Portfolio 6
4 - Main Distribution Board (EletraGear) 8
• Technical Data 9
• Appearance 10
• Product Breakdown 11
• Admissible Current in Copper Bars 12
• Main Busbar Supports 12
• Dimensions and Possible Layouts 13
• Possible Layouts 14
- Air Circuit Breaker 14
- Molded Case Circuit Breaker 15
5 - Sub Distribution Board (EletraSub) 16
• Technical Data 17
• Standard Dimensions, Number of Ways and Ampere Ratinge 18
6 - Final Distribution Board (Eletra-LD) 20
• Technical Data 21
• Standard Dimensions, Number of Ways and Ampere Ratinge 22
7 - Synchronizing Panel Board 24
8 - Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS Panels) 26
• ATS Types 27
9 - Power Factor Correction Capacitors (PFC) 28
• Technical Data 29
10 - Motor Control Centers (EletraGear Plus) 30
• Types of Starters 30
• Technical Data 31
• IDS Technology 32
• IDS System Features 33
• Arc Safe Vertical Bus Section 34
• Pressure Contact 34
• Arc Fault Free Contacting Device 34
11 - Switch-Rack 35
12 - Customer Reference 36
• New IEC Std 61439 36
• Separation Forms 37
• Ingress Protection (IP) 38
• IK Code “Mechanical Impact Test” 39
• Arc Flash Protection 40
• Anti-seismic Switchboards and Withstand for Vibration 41
• Definitions 42
1 - General Features
Safety
alfanar quality systems and solutions
are developed according to relevant
international standards, offering a high
degree of personal and operating safety.
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2 - Applications
alfanar Low Voltage products are used for electrical power distribution and control and are generally installed
downstream of transformers or generators that contain the main and distribution circuit breakers. Loads are motors,
heating equipment, lighting and air-conditioning units.
Utility:
Power generation, transmission, distribution substations,
water and waste water treatment plants.
Eletra-LD
Final Distribution Board
Switch-Rack
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EletraGear Plus
Motor Control Center
EetraSub
Sub Distribution Board
PFC
Power Factor Correction
4 - Main Distribution Board (EletraGear)
A switchboard is a large single panel, frame, or assembly of panels on which are accessed from front, rear or both
sides. They are generally installed immediately after the power source (transformers or generators).
EletraGear is designed and tested as per the new IEC standard 61439-1,2. This panel
is available up to 6300A, 100kA/ 1 sec, Form 4b.
Low Voltage Switchboards are mainly used
for electrical power distribution
and control.
EletraGear Overview
• Tested for Internal Arc Fault as per (IEC-61641:2014) for 100KA, 300 m sec (Classified as PSC ).
• Tested to withstand vibration caused by an earthquake of Richter magnitude 8 (Zone - 4), in accordance
with (IEC 60068-3-3:2013). The design makes it suitable for seismic risk sites such as the western region of KSA.
• RAL7035 color is standard, other colors can be provided upon request.
• Neutral and earth busbars can be rated up to 100% of the main busbar.
• Optimized solution with compact design provides 6300A in 800mm depth only.
Standards
• IEC 61439 -1 & 2 • IEC 60529 • IEC62262 • IEC 61641
• IEC60068-3-3 • IEC60068-2-57 • IBC2006/SBC301 • SBC401
• SASO
Test Certificate
• (ASTA / KEMA)
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Technical Data
Enclosure Name EletraGear
Rated operating voltage Ue Up to 690 V
Rated insulation voltage Ui Up to 1000 V
Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp Up to 12 kV
Rated voltage Overvoltage category Up to IV
Material group IIIa
Degree of pollution 3
Rated frequency 50/60 Hz
Pure copper bars, with
Busbar type
99.9%conductivity
Rated current for main distribution busbar In Up to 6100 A
Electrical Data Rated current Conditional short circuit current Icc Up to 100 kA @ 0.2PF
Rated short-time withstand current Icw Up to 100 kA @ 1 Sec
Rated short-time withstand current Icw Up to 65 kA @ 3 Sec
Rated peak withstand current Ipk Up to 220 kA
Incoming feeders Up to 6300 A
Incoming and outgoing
Distribution feeders Up to 6300 A
Arc fault Prospective short-circuit current Up to 100 kA @ 300 ms
Form of separation Up to 4b
Direct contact protection
Protection against electric shock Yes
Seismic withstand capability test and induced vibrations Yes
Ventilation Forced / Normal
Skid base height Up to 300 mm
Number of useful modules (1 module = 50mm) 43 M
External mechanical impacts strength IK Up to IK10
Degree of protection
External degree of protection IP Up to IP55
Frame thickness Up to 3 mm
Mechanical AluZinc steel
Steel components
Characteristics Sheet metal material Electrogalvanized /Stainless
Steel
Electrostatic powder coating/
Surface protection
Epoxy
Standard colors RAL7035*
Panel mounting Free standing only
Ambient temperature (°C) 40*
Installation environment Relative humidity max 50% at 40°C
Maximum altitude Up to 2000m*
General
Busbar system 3 PH, Neutral and PE
Busbar Busbar insulating material PVC sleeving
Busbar plating material Bare / tin / silver
*For higher altitude ,ambient temperature and special colors please contact alfanar.
Appearance
With its new design, alfanar EletraGear has changed the concept of the bulky LV main distribution board and moved
the competition to the next level, it is manufactured and tested to fulfil the ultimate needs in all segments.
alfanar’s ability to change the color of the switchgear according to customer requirments and applicable standards
( RAL and ANSI series ) fortifies the unique appearance and flexibility.
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Product Breakdown
alfanar switchgear is precisely sized to meet your requirements and budget. Each main distribution board provides a
ready to use optimized solution, designed to the exact size and requirements for your specified functional application.
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Admissible current in plated copper for 40 °C without ventilation and 50 °C with forced cooling:
• All sizes mentioned in the above table are subject to manufacturer’s technical recommendation changes
• In case of higher ingress protection over IP 43, forced ventilation is recommended
• In case of ratings of 4000A and higher, forced ventilation is recommended
• Maximum allowed size for the VBB feeding multi branch breakers = 3 x 85 x 10
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Dimensions and Possible Layouts
EletraGear cubicles have the following representative dimensions, constructed to provide the best solution using
minimum space without affecting power efficiency.
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• Molded Case Circuit Breaker
EletraGear type tested MCCB panel boards are designed for easy handling and quick, simple installation.
The compact MCCB design provides a maximum cabling area within the enclosure with removable top and bottom
gland plates for easier installation and cable entry.
Form 3 / 4 Form 1 / 2
Width 1000 mm 800 mm
Depth 800 mm 800 mm
Based on the modular configuration of each solution, various arrangements are available according to the size and
polarity:
• Up to form 4b in width 1000
• Up to 11 × 125 or 250 AF alfanar MCCBs 3P can be placed in one cubical for form 3 / 4
• Up to 24 × 125 or 250 AF alfanar MCCBs 3P can be placed in one cubical for form 1 / 2
5 - Sub Distribution Board (EletraSub)
The EletraSub Distribution Board is is a component of an electricity supply system which divides an electrical power
feed into subsidiary circuits while providing a protective fuse or CB for each circuit.
EletraSub Overview
• EletraSub is used in a variety of sectors such as
utilities and co-generation, pharmaceutical factories,
generator manufacturers, critical power plants, data
centers and in the oil and gas industry.
Standards
• IEC 61439 -1 & 2 • IEC 60529 • IEC62262 • IEC 61641
• IEC60068-3-3 • IEC60068-2-57 • IBC2006/SBC301 • SBC401
• SASO
Test Certificate
• (ASTA /UL)
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Technical Data
Enclosure Name EletraSub
Rated operating voltage Ue Up to 690 V
Rated insulation voltage Ui Up to 800V
Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp Up to 8 kV
Rated voltages Overvoltage category Up to IV
Material group IIIa
Degree of pollution 3
Rated frequency 50/60 Hz
Pure copper bars, with
Busbar type
99.9%conductivity
Electrical Data
Rated current for Distribution Busbar In Up to 630 A
Rated current
Conditional short circuit current Icc 50 kA @ 0.25PF
Rated short-time withstand current Icw 50 kA @ 1 Sec
Rated peak withstand current Ipk 105 kA
Incoming feeders Up to 630 A
Incoming and outgoing
Distribution feeders Up to 250 A
Form of separation Up to 3a
Direct contact protection
Protection against electric shock Yes
Ventilation Normal
Recommended depth 225 mm
Skid base height 50 mm
Number of ways Up to 14
External degree of protection IP Up to IP66
AluZinc steel
Sheet metal material Electrogalvanized /Stainless
Steel components
Mechanical Steel
Characteristics Sheet metal thickness Up to 2 mm
Electrostatic powder coating/
Surface protection
Epoxy
Standard colors RAL7035*
Wall mounted and free
Panel mounting
standing
Mechanical impact IK10
Ambient temperature (°C) 40*
Installation environment Relative humidity max 50% at 40°C
Maximum altitude Up to 2000m*
General
Busbar system 3 PH, Neutral and PE
Busbar Busbar insulating material PVC sleeving
Busbar plating material Bare / tin / silver
* For higher altitude, ambient temperature and special colors please contact alfanar.
Standard Dimensions, Number of Ways and Ampere Rating
EletraSub Dimensions
Outgoing Details Dimensions
Incoming Details
Pan assembly No of Poles No. of Ways H (mm) W (mm) D (mm)
6 900 800 225
12 900 800 225
18 900 800 225
MCCB MCCB
SPN 24 1100 800 225
(125A/160A/ 250A/400A /630A)* (125A/160A/250A)
30 1100 800 225
36 1300 800 225
42 1300 800 225
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EletraSub Accessories
Top Blank Extension box kit
Dimensions
Incoming Details
H (mm) W (mm) D (mm)
(400A/630A) 150 800 225
Optional (125A/160A/250A ) 150 800 225
Eletra-LD board provides the safest solution for the final load in residential, commercial and industrial premises.
Eletra-LD Overview
• Easy interchangeability of components
• Internal separation up to form 3a
• Rated short-time withstand current (Icw) per 0.25s up to 25 kA
• Peak withstand current Ipk 52.5 KA
• Ingress protection up to IP66
• Flexibility to provide up to 60 ways
Standards
• IEC 61439 -1 & 3 • IEC 60529 • IEC62262 • IEC 61641
• IEC60068-3-3 • IEC60068-2-57 • IBC2006/SBC301 • SBC401
• SASO
Test Certificate
• (DEKRA/ASTA/KEMA )
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Technical Data
Enclosure Name Eletra-LD
Rated operating voltage Ue 415 V
Rated insulation voltage Ui 500 V
Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp Up to 4 kV
Rated voltages Overvoltage category Up to IV
Material group IIIa
Degree of pollution 3
Rated frequency 50/60 Hz
Pure Copper Bars, with
Busbar type
99.9%conductivity
Electrical Data Rated current for Distribution Busbar In Up to 250 A
Rated current Rated diversity factor (RFD) 1
Conditional short circuit current Icc 18 KA
Rated short-time withstand current Icw 25 kA @ 0.25 Sec
Rated peak withstand current Ipk Up to 52,5 kA
Incoming feeders Up to 250 A
Incoming and outgoing
Distribution feeders Up to 63 A
Form of separation Up to 3a
Direct contact protection
Protection against electric shock Yes
Ventilation Normal
Number of ways Up to 54
External mechanical impacts strength IK IK08
Degree of protection
External degree of protection IP Up to IP66
AluZinc steel
Sheet metal material Electrogalvanized /Stainless
Steel Component
Mechanical Steel
Characteristics Sheet metal thickness Up to 2 mm
Electrostatic powder coating/
Surface protection
Epoxy
Standard colors RAL7035*
Free standing and wall
Panel mounting
mounting
Ambient temperature (°C) 40*
Installation environment Relative humidity max 50% at 40°C
Maximum altitude Up to 2000m*
General
Busbar system 3 PH, Neutral and PE
Busbar Busbar insulating material PVC sleeving
Busbar plating material Bare / tin / Silver
*For higher altitude ,ambient temperature and special colors please contact alfanar.
Standard Dimensions, Number of Ways and Ampere Rating
Eletra-LD Outdoor up to 250 A
Number of Ways H (mm) W (mm) D (mm)
12 Way 600 400 160
18 Way 700 400 160
24 Way 700 400 160
30 Way 800 400 160
36 Way 800 400 160
42 Way 900 400 160
48 Way 900 400 160
54 Way 1000 400 160
For more cutter space, 425 mm width is available.
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7 - Synchronizing Panel Board
alfanar’s EletraGear Synchronizing Panels supply a large amount of power by using multiple generators working in
parallel on load sharing.
These panels function both manually and with an automatic synchronizing function for one or more generators or
breakers. They are widely used in synchronizing generators and offering multiplex solutions.
Our high quality range of EletraGear synchronizing panels are available with capacities that reach 12000 A, and are
fabricated using high quality electrical components including copper busbar, insulation, wires/cable, PVC channels,
transformers, meters and switches.
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In an alternating current electric power system, synchronization is the process of matching the speed and frequency of
a generator or other source to a running network. An AC generator cannot deliver power to an electrical grid unless it
is running at the same frequency as the network.
G1 G2 G3 G4
4 cable 300 per phase and 4 cable 300 for neutral 4 cable 300 per phase and 4 cable 300 for neutral 4 cable 300 per phase and 4 cable 300 for neutral 4 cable 300 per phase and 4 cable 300 for neutral
1R1 1Y1 1B1 2R1 2Y1 2B1 3R1 3Y1 3B1 4R1 4Y1 4B1
1CB1 2CB1 3CB1 4CB1
1 1 1 1
1 1 1
F1 F2 F3
ACB, 3P ACB, 3P ACB, 3P
3200AT 3200AT 3200AT
3200AF 3200AF 3200AF
2 DM 2 DM 2 DM
4 cable 630 per phase and 2 cable 630 for neutral 4 cable 630 per phase and 2 cable 630 for neutral 4 cable 630 per phase and 2 cable 630 for neutral
Automatic transfer switches are used to automatically change over from the main electrical supply to stand-by
generators or generate on failure of the main supply.
When the main supply is restored, the system automatically changes back and stops the generator.
The stand-by generator will eventually be shut down after a short cooling down period.
• Rated insulation voltage 1000V • Main busbars rated up to 6300A
• Busbar short-circuit withstand • Neutral and earth busbars rated
capacity up to 100KA for 1 sec up to 100% of the main busbar
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INCOMER-1 INCOMER-2
ATS Type
NORMAL SUPPLY EMERGENCY SUPPLY
400/230VAC, 3Ph. 4W, 60Hz 400/230VAC, 3Ph. 4W, 60Hz
G1
1. Change-over Switch M
1 MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL INTERLOCK
Q1
1
Q2
6300AT 6300AT
Logic table
2 6300AF 2 6300AF
Condition Q1 Q2
RATED MAIN BUS 6300A (S.C.LEVEL 100KA)
R Y B
Incomer -2 Fail 1 0
6300/5A
A1 A2 A3 0-6300A
TO LOAD
INCOMER-1 INCOMER-2
NORMAL SUPPLY EMERGENCY SUPPLY
400/230VAC, 3Ph. 4W, 60Hz 400/230VAC, 3Ph. 4W, 60Hz
G1
2. Breaker Type
Logic table
MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL INTERLOCK
1 1
M Q1 M Q2
ACB, 3P ACB, 3P
6300AT 6300AT
2 6300AF 2 6300AF
Condition Q1 Q2
Incomer -1 & 2 Healthy 1 0
RATED MAIN BUS 6300A (S.C.LEVEL 100KA)
R Y B
Incomer -1 Fail 0 1 1
FU1-FU3
2A
2
VS
V 0-500V
Incomer -2 Fail 1 0
CT1-CT3
6300/5A
A1 A2 A3 0-6300A
TO LOAD
INCOMER-1 INCOMER-2
NORMAL SUPPLY EMERGENCY SUPPLY
400/230VAC, 3Ph. 4W, 60Hz 400/230VAC, 3Ph. 4W, 60Hz
3. Parallel Operation
Logic table
Condition Q1 Q2 BC
MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL INTERLOCK
1 1
M Q1 M Q2
ACB, 3P ACB, 3P
6300AT 6300AT
Incomer -1 & 2
2 6300AF 2 6300AF
1 1 0
Healthy
M
BC
Incomer -1 Fail 0 1 1
ACB, 3P
6300AT
6300AF
Incomer -2 Fail 1 0 1
Manual parallel
1 1 1
operation
TO LOAD TO LOAD
INCOMER-1 INCOMER-2
NORMAL SUPPLY EMERGENCY SUPPLY
400/230VAC, 3Ph. 4W, 60Hz 400/230VAC, 3Ph. 4W, 60Hz
G1
4. Bypass Breakers
Logic table
MODE Q1 Q2 QB1 QB2
M ELECTRICAL & M
Q1 MECHANICAL INTERLOCK Q2
ACB, 3P ACB, 3P
6300AT 6300AT
6300AF 6300AF
ELEC
Off Mode 0 0 0 0
TRIC LOCK
INTER INTER
LOCK TRIC
ELEC
ELECTRICAL &
MECHANICAL INTERLOCK
QBC1 QBC2
Normal (Q1) 1 0 0 0
ACB, 3P ACB, 3P
6300AT M M 6300AT
6300AF 6300AF
Bypass (QB2) 0 0 0 1 DM
CT1-CT3
6300/5A
TO LOAD
9 - Power Factor Correction Capacitors (PFC)
alfanar power factor correction panel is used to bring the power factor of an AC power circuit closer to 1 by supplying
reactive power of the opposite sign, adding capacitors that cancel the inductive effects of the load, which reduces
transmission losses and improves voltage regulation at the load.
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Technical Data
Enclosure Name EletraGear
IEC 61921 Power Capacitors
Low-Voltage Power Factor
Standards
Correction Banks- Edition 2
2017-06
Apparatus Reactive power Qn 600 KVAr
Rated voltage Ue 440 V
Rated insulation voltage Ui 800 V
Rated voltages Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp Up to 6 kV
Degree of pollution 3
Rated frequency Up to 60 Hz
Capacitance tolerance *-5%, +10%
Connection type Three-phase
Rated current for main distribution busbar In Up to 1600 A
Rated diversity factor (RFD) 1
Rated current Conditional short circuit current Icc 50 kA
Rated short-time withstand current Icw 50 kA @ 1 Sec
Rated peak withstand current Ipk Up to 105 kA
Overload protection 1.5 In
Maximum permissible over voltage 1.1 x Un
Electrical Data
Fixed Yes
PFC type
Automatic Yes
Head circuit breaker Without circuit breaker Yes
protection With circuit breaker Yes
Numbers Up to 12
Steps Capacitors type Dry type capacitors
Contactors Switching
Detuned 5.67%
Reactors
Detuned 7%
Form of separation 1 Up to 2a
Direct contact protection
Protection against electric shock Yes
Automatic power factor
Temperature control
controller
Ventilation Forced
External mechanical impacts strength IK Up to IK10
Degree of protection
External degree of protection IP Up to IP54
Frame material AluZinc steel / EGS
Mechanical Steel components Frame thickness Up to 3 mm
Characteristics Sheet metal material AluZinc steel / EGS
Surface protection Electrostatic powder coating
Standard colors RAL7035*
Panel mounting Free standing
Ambient temperature (°C) 40*
Installation environment Relative humidity max 50% at 40°C
General Maximum altitude ≤ 2000 m*
Busbar system 3*PH, Neutral and PE
Busbar
Busbar insulating material Bare / tin / silver / sleeving
*For higher altitude ,ambient temp and special colors please contact alfanar.
10 - Motor Control Centers (EletraGear Plus)
The Motor Control Center is a combination of motor starters, power feeders and interlocking relays in a modular enclosure.
alfanar Controlgear (EletraGear Plus) is a compact solution allowing for better control, design and safe electrical
system with its most advanced technology for drawer units “IDS system”.
Standards
• IEC 61439 -1 & 2 • IEC 60529 • IEC62262 • IEC 61641 • IEC60068-3-3
• IEC60068-2-57 • IBC2006/SBC301 • SBC401 • SASO
Test Certificate
• (ASTA / KEMA)
Types of Starter
Draw-out Module Fixed Module
• Direct On-line • Direct On-line • Star/Delta • Auto Transformer
• Star/Delta • Soft Starter Unit • Variable Speed Drive
• Feeder
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Technical Data
Enclosure Name EletraGear Plus
Rated operating voltage Ue Up to 690 V
Rated insulation voltage Ui Up to 1000 V
Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp Up to 12 kV
Rated voltage Overvoltage category Up to IV
Material group IIIa
Degree of pollution 3
Rated frequency 50/60 Hz
Pure copper bars, with
Busbar type
99.9%conductivity
Rated current for main distribution busbar In Up to 6100 A
Rated short-time withstand current Icw
Up to 100 kA
(1@Sec)
Rated current Rated short-time withstand current Icw
Up to 65 kA
Electrical Data (3@Sec)
Rated peak withstand current Ipk Up to 220 kA
Rated current for dropper distribution in
Up to 1000 A
draw-out solution
Conditional short circuit current Icc 100 kA @ 0.2PF
Incoming feeders Up to 6300 A
Distribution feeders Up to 6300 A
Incoming and outgoing
250 A (110 KW@DOL or
Motor feeders
45KW@SD)
Arc fault containment Prospective short-circuit current Up to 100 kA @ 300 ms
Form of separation Up to 4b
Direct contact protection
Protection against electric shock Yes
Seismic withstand capability test and induced vibrations Yes
Ventilation Forced / Normal
Number of drawer per section Up to 20
External mechanical impacts strength IK Up to IK10
Degree of protection
External degree of protection IP IP55
Frame thickness Up to 3 mm
AluZinc steel
Steel components
Sheet metal material Electrogalvanized /Stainless
Steel
Electrostatic powder coating/
Surface protection
Epoxy
Standard colors RAL7035*
Panel mounting Free standing only
Ambient temperature (°C) 40*
Installation environment Relative humidity max 50% at 40°C
Maximum altitude Up to 2000m*
General
Busbar system 3 PH, Neutral and PE
Busbar Busbar insulating material PVC sleeving
Busbar plating material Bare / tin / silver
*For higher altitude, ambient temperature and special colors please contact alfanar
IDS Technology (Draw-out solution)
Heavy industry production plants have the enormous potential of electrical energy failures, it is important to ensure
safe energy distribution and avoid even the smallest failures which could cause widespread damage.
For human safety, most industrial companies have defined the operation of their electrical switchgears into three major
lines to avoid accidents by the hazard potential of electrical energy:
Third line Regulation Using special cloth and following the electrical safety rules
Second Line Limitation Additional mechanical measures
First Line Prevention Measures of encapsulation of parts which are live (contacting device)
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IDS System Features:
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11 - Switch-Rack
Free standing Switch-Rack assemblies provide a complete motor control center in one integrated package for outdoor
installations, and feature the following benefits:
Optional Components:
• Circuit breakers • Motor starters
• Contactors • Junction boxes
• Control stations • Meter/instrument enclosures
• Ground detection • Panel boards
• Welding and convenience receptacles • Photo cells and alarm
• Light fixtures • Transformers
Standard Finishes:
• Structure: steel-painted, steel-galvanized.
• Bus duct: steel-painted, steel-galvanized or stainless steel.
• Canopy: steel-galvanized
12 - Customer Reference
New IEC Std 61439
alfanar IEC 61439 series of standards uses the same structure as other series within IEC (e.g. IEC 947).
Part 1: General Rules, details requirements that are common to two or more generic types of assembly.
Part 2: Each generic type of assembly has a product specific part within the series of standards.
Fundamental changes:
• IEC 61439 introduced radical changes.
• The categories of TTA and PTTA have been discarded in favor of a design ‘verified assembly’.
- 60439: TTA (Type Tested) or PTTA (Partially Type Tested) Assemblies.
- 61439: Design verification and routine verification for every assembly.
IEC 61439-6
Busbar trunking systems
IEC 61439-7
Electric vehicles
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Separation Forms
Technical Data
Busbar
Separation
The IP code comprises 2 characteristic numerals and may include an additional letter when the actual protection of
persons against direct contact with live parts is better than that indicated by the first numeral.
The first numeral characterizes the protection of the equipment against penetration of solid objects and the protection of
people. The second numeral characterizes the protection of the equipment against penetration of water with harmful effects.
Protected against
ø 12.5mm the penetration of Protected against
Protected against
solid objects having dripping water at
2 a diameter greater
direct finger con- 2 an angle of up to B With the finger.
tact.
than or equal to 15°.
12.5 mm.
Protected against
ø 2.5mm the penetration of
Protected against Protected against
solid objects having With a ø 2.5 mm
3 a diameter greater
direct contact with 3 rain at an angle of C tool.
a Ø 2.5 mm tool. up to 60°.
than or equal to
2.5 mm.
Protected against
ø 1mm the penetration of
Protected against Protected against
solid objects having With a ø 1 mm
4 a diameter greater
direct contact with 4 splashing water in D tool.
a Ø 1 mm wire. all directions.
than or equal to
1 mm.
Protected against
7 the effects of teporary
immersion.
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IK Code “Mechanical Impact Test”
The European standard EN 50102/IEC 62262 defines a coding system (IK code) for indicating the degree of protection
provided by electrical equipment enclosures against external mechanical impact.
0,2 kg
0,5 kg
1,7 kg
5 kg
Standard NF C 15-100 (May 1991 edition), section 512, table 51 A, provides a cross-reference between the various
degrees of protection and the environmental conditions classification, relating to the selection of equipment according
to external factors.
Practical guide UTE C 15-103 contains tables showing the specifications required for electrical equipment (including
minimum degrees of protection), according to the locations in which they are installed.
Arc Flash Protection
alfanar panels conform to: IEC 61641: 2008 – 01
International standards (IEC / ANSI) guidelines are different but the objectives are the same, i.e. defining minimum
safety level for operators.
The terms Internal Arc Containment and Arc Resistance are used interchangeably, yet the assessment criteria remain
the same. If these criteria are achieved by the panel, then the test is a success.
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Anti-seismic Switchboards and Withstand for Vibration
alfanar panels conform to:
• Environmental Testing - Part 2-57: Tests – Test Ff:
Vibration Time-history method; [CEI EN 60068-2-57]
Irkutsk
Montreal
Proper mounting of the equipment is the single most important factor in withstanding a seismic event. The foundation
must be level and continuous under the entire assembly. The foundation must be designed to withstand the reaction
loads imposed on it by the equipment during a seismic event.
Definitions
The following list is the main Standards which refer to the
most common low voltage electrical applications and report
their publication years.
Standard Title
IEC 61439-1 Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies - Part 1: General rules
Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies - Part 2: Particular requirements for busbar trunking
IEC 61439-2
systems (busways)
Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies - Part 3: Particular requirements for low-voltage
IEC 61439-3 switchgear and controlgear assemblies intended to be installed in places where unskilled persons have
access for their use - Distribution boards
Degree of protection provided by enclosures for electrical equipment against external mechanical
IEC 62262
impacts (IK code)
Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies - guide for testing under conditions of arcing due
IEC 61641
to internal fault
Shunt power capacitors of the self-healing type for AC systems having a rated voltage up to and
IEC 60831
including 1000 V
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