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Contents

1. Electrical switchgear .................................................................3

1.1 Functions performed by electrical switchgear .................................... 3

1.2 Functions performed by the switch ..................................................... 3

2. The switch ..................................................................................4

2.1 Switches in LV distribution .................................................................. 42.1.1 Switch applications ............................................................................ 52.1.2 Market values .................................................................................... 5

2.2 Main functions ...................................................................................... 62.2.1 Functions applicable to all switches ................................................. 62.2.2 Specific functions ............................................................................... 92.2.3 Summarising table .......................................................................... 11

3. Switch standards ..................................................................... 12

3.1 General .............................................................................................. 12

3.2 Normal standard values for domestic switches (IEC 60669-1) ....... 12

3.3 Normal standard values of industrial switches (IEC 60947-3) ........ 133.3.1 The definitions ................................................................................. 133.3.2 Standard usage values ................................................................... 133.3.3 Utilisation categories ....................................................................... 143.3.4 Suitability for isolation ..................................................................... 143.3.5 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) ............................................ 173.3.6 Test Sequences ............................................................................... 17

4. The Schneider Electric choice ............................................... 19

4.1 The Schneider Electric technical choices ......................................... 194.1.1 Isolation ........................................................................................... 194.1.2 Front face class II ............................................................................ 214.1.3 "Emergency stop" control ................................................................ 214.1.4 The switch is an environmentally-friendly product .......................... 21

4.2 Installing switches: the "Schneider Electric" system ........................ 224.2.1 The installation system .................................................................... 224.2.2 Consistency of the circuit-breaker/switch ranges ........................... 244.2.3 Positioning the offer by applications ............................................... 26

4.3 Choosing a Schneider Electric switch .............................................. 274.3.1 Choice criteria ................................................................................. 274.3.2 Location and application table ........................................................ 284.3.3 The switches available in the Schneider Electric offer ................... 294.3.4 Switch range technical data ............................................................ 30

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Contents (cont.)

5. Additional technical information ........................................... 31

Characteristic tables ................................................................................ 32

Switch-disconnectors selection ............................................................... 34Interpact INS40 to 160 ............................................................................. 34Interpact INS250 ...................................................................................... 36Interpact INS320 to 630 ........................................................................... 38Interpact INV100 to 250 with visible break ............................................. 40Interpact INV320 to 630 with visible break ............................................. 42Interpact IN1000 to 2500 ......................................................................... 44

Switch-disconnectors ............................................................................... 46Compact ................................................................................................... 46Compact CM ............................................................................................. 50Masterpact ................................................................................................ 52

Co-ordination ............................................................................................ 56Modular switches and residual current circuit-breakers .......................... 56Upstream: circuit-breakers or fuses / Downstream: modular switches ... 57Upstream: fuses or circuit-breakers / Downstream: modular residual ... 58current circuit-breakersUpstream: NS100/160 / Downstream: Multi 9 circuit-breakers ............... 59Industrial switch-disconnectors ................................................................ 60Protection of switch-disconnectors ........................................................... 62

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Functions perfomedProtection Isolation Control

Switchgear Overloads Short- Insulation circuit fault

Fuse (3)

Disconnector

Switch (1) (2)

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Basic function of the switchgear considered (always performed).

Additional function possible (not always performed).

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1.1 Functions performed by electricalswitchgear

National and international standards define the method for making electricaldistribution circuits as well as the purpose and functions of switchgear.There are three main functions, namely: circuit protection takes three main fault types into account: overloads, short-circuits,both of which adversely affect the lifetime of cables and loads, insulation faults, harmful for persons and equipment. isolation is used to separate a circuit or a device from the remainder of theinstallation to allow 100% safe operation, control allows the user to take voluntary action on installation operation: when such action takes place in normal operating conditions (on load, with noovercurrent) in order to energise or de-energise all or part of the installation,control is said to be “functional”, when such action is essential (whatever the load condition of the installation) inorder to immediately de-energise all or part of the installation, control is said to beof the “emergency stop” kind.

A variety of switchgear perform all or some of these three main functions. Thefollowing table situates the role of the main switchgear:

Three main functions: protection, isolation, control,of electrical circuits.

The switch is used for: control , often isolation .

For protection it must becombined with: a circuit-breaker, fuses, a residual current device(if necessary).

1.2 Functions performed by the switch

The switch is mainly: a control device: control is normally manual, it can be electrical on opening (we then talk of a switch with automatic opening), able to break and make a circuit on-load.It does not need any energy to remain open or closed (2 stable positions). for safety reasons, the switch is often equipped with a suitability for isolationfunction, the switch must always be used in coordination with an overload and short-circuit protection device.

(1) Possible with a switch with automatic opening.

(2) Possible with addition of a "Residual Current Device (RCD)".

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2.1 Switches in LV distribution

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Switches are characterised bymarket values taking into account: 6 applications, the installation method, user habits such as type ofisolation: with visible isolation orpositive break indication.

These market values inducechoices of technology andreference standards.

2.1.1 Switch applicationsEntified, namely: Power switchboard isolation and coupling switch:These switches are of the industrial type and are installed in power orsubdistribution switchboards in tertiary or industry. They comply with standard IEC60947-1,-3 (1). Suitability for isolation and a high thermal withstand (particularly forthe coupling function) are vital functions.

Local or subdistribtion isolation switch for Tertiary Buildingapplications:These switches are of the industrial type and are installed in subdistributionswitchboards or industrial enclosures. They comply with standard IEC 60947-1,-3 (1)

and can have a modular profile. Suitability for isolation and electrical data defined forutilization categories greater than or equal to AC 22 are vital functions.

Local or subdistribtion isolation switch for Domestic Buildingapplications:These switches comply with standard IEC 60947-1,-3 (1) or IEC 60669-1(1). Suitabilityfor isolation is an essential function. Earth leakage protection is an additional functionthat is often requested.

Local or subdistribution isolation switch for industrial applications ofthe Continuous Process type:These switches, of the industrial type, comply with standard IEC 60947-1,-3 (1) andcan have a modular profile. They can occasionally control motors and perform the“emergency stop” function. Suitability for isolation is an essential function.

Subdistribution isolation switch for industrial applications of theManufacturing Process type:These switches, of the industrial type, comply with standard IEC 60947-1,-3 (1). Theycan have a modular profile and perform the “emergency stop” function. Suitability forisolation is an essential function.

Local isolation switch for industrial applications of the ManufacturingProcess type:These switches, of the industrial type, comply with standard IEC 60947-1,-3 (1) andcan have a modular profile. Suitability for isolation is an essential function. In someutilisation cases they can perform: the “emergency stop” function, direct control of motors.

2.1.2 Market valuesAccording to its position in the installation, its application and assembly in theinstallation system, the switch must meet certain market values in terms of: adaptability to installation systems, standard requirements (installation).

Market values must also be considered, relating to habits such as: operating handle types (front, side, etc.), accessory level, assembly habits, visible isolation,or other habits linked to operator safety such as: rapid identification of the isolation device in the middle of other devices, robustness appearance of switchgear performing the on-load circuit control andisolation function, etc.

The summary of applications and market values leads us to consider thefunctionalities listed in the table opposite.

(1) As from the beginning of 1998 IEC standards have received new numbering in IEC 60xxx.However their content remains the same.

Figure 1b: Functions table

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2.2 Main functions

2.2.1 Functions applicable to all switches

2.2.1.1 StandardsTo satisfy the previous applications, two technologies are available: industrial type switches for industrial and tertiary applications, industrial type switches for domestic applications.

The reference standards for switches are: in industry and the tertiary sector: standards IEC 60947-1 and IEC 60947-3 / European standards EN 60947-1 andEN 60947-3. in domestic applications: standard IEC 60669-1.

2.2.1.2 IsolationOperation of an electrical installation requires the possibility of working with poweroff on all or part of this installation in order to perform maintenance and servicingor to make modifications. Padlocking a feederInstallation standards define the compulsory feeder padlocking operations toguarantee safety of the operations. Switchgear separating the relevant feedermust be recognised as “suitable for isolation” and possess a locking system in the"open" position. Position of isolation in the installationAn isolation device must be installed at the origin of each circuit distribution point inorder to ensure optimum continuity of supply ("incoming end" of the enclosure/subdistribution cubicle).

2.2.1.3 Switch/disconnectorSome switches perform this function in addition to their circuit control function.They are then switches/disconnectors whose symbol, shown opposite, must beclearly shown on the front face of the device installed.

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On-load breaking is a naturalfunction of the switch.

The additional safety, emergencystop and earth leakage protectionfunctions are accessible toswitches.

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The “isolation” function is performed in 2 ways: visible isolation, positive break indication.The industrial switch construction standard IEC 60947-3 defines the rules and thetests to be performed to guarantee this function (see section 3.3.4).

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Suitability for isolationIsolation is explicitly defined and recognised by standard IEC IEC 60947-1-3 forindustrial type switches/disconnectors. A switch/disconnector complying with thisstandard for the isolation function unconditionally meets the additional tests andrequirements of the installation standards. Implementation and utilisation precautionsSwitchgear suitable for isolation must: have multi-pole breaking , i.e. the live conductors, including the neutral(except for the PEN conductor that must never be broken) must be able to besimultaneously broken, be lockable in the “open” position in order to avoid all risk of accidentalreclosing, essential on industrial type devices, be able to meet overvoltage withstand conditions.Before working on the part of the installation downstream of a switch/disconnector, the user must: open the switch, then, in all cases, compulsorily check absence of power,(if the switch has visible isolation, see section 334 of the Standards - suitability forisolation), check contact opening. Choice of isolationChoice of isolation mode depends on: market habits, switch rating.The manufacturer must: propose safe, reliable solutions guaranteeing customer safety, ensure the best possible value (quality and performance) for money. Comparison of the 2 isolation typesThe table below summarises the advantages and drawbacks of each solution.

Isolation mode With positibe break With visible isolationindication

Handle position Mechanical test No testing demanded(1)

Operating guarantee By the manufacturer By the operator

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2.2.1.4 On-load breakingThe operator must be able to safely and easily put his electrical installation out ofoperation regardless of load conditions. For switches, on-load breaking isessential and tests are required by standard IEC 60947-3. Switch electricalperformance depends on its position in electrical distribution:Type of current to be controlled:The utilization categories defined by standard IEC 60947-3 specify the variousrequirements to be met according to the circuits to be controlled. When the switch is installed at a high upstream level in LV distribution, the loadssupplied are numerous and mixed: the current to be controlled is of the inductivetype. Utilization category AC22 is recommended for this type of switch. When the switch is installed at the incoming end of the distribution enclosure (orcubicle), the loads supplied may be not very inductive (power supply, lighting,convector, etc.). Utilization category AC21 is sufficient for this type of application.However, the same type of enclosure can be used to supply a mixed installationwith motors: utilization category AC22 is then necessary. To simplify the choiceand guarantee proper operation, whatever application is performed, utilizationcategory AC22 is always recommended at this level. When the switch is placed directly on a motor feeder and used as a controldevice, it must meet: a utilization category AC23, if control is occasional (normal control by acontactor), a specific utilization category AC3, if the switch is the main motor start-up andstopping device.

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Number of operationThe nearer the switch to the loads, the greater the number of operations. A suffixattached to the utilization category -A (frequent operations) or B (infrequentoperations) defines operation frequency. In electrical distribution, the number ofoperations to be performed is never very great (a few thousand).

2.2.1.5 Additional safety functionsAdditional functions are often requested for switches ensuring local andsubdistribution isolation.

The “emergency stop” controlThis is performed in 2 ways: remotely by an emergency pushbutton either by a contactor or by a switch withautomatic opening. The controlled switch is installed in a switchboard or enclosurein standard manner. It is necessarily equipped with an automatic tripping deviceand, in many cases, with auxiliary indicating contacts, directly by means of a switch. Safety regulations and/or installation standardsspecify that in this case the device must be easy to identify and access.Identification is based on choice of colours:- operating device (red handle),- front face (yellow front plate).

Insulation fault protectionInsulation fault protection can be provided by a Residual Current Device (RCD)associated with or incorporated into a switch depending on the application inquestion. Subdistribution switchboard isolation switchThe RCD is associated with a controlled switch (with automatic tripping).The RCD provides protection of persons (indirect contacts) and protection againstfire. It must be selective with the downstream RCDs. Final distribution switchboard and enclosure isolation switchThe RCD is built into the switch and is normally dedicated to a single protectionfunction: persons (direct contact), fire, etc.

NB: In all cases, the chosen switchgear will be able to break overloads andabnormal currents, thus excluding from this function devices only of thedisconnector type.

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2.2.2 Specific functions

2.2.2.1 The coupling functionDepending on the position of the switch in the LV installation and on the operator’sspecific needs, the coupling function can be automatic or manual.

Automatic coupling This function is normally built into the “source changeover” function (e.g. 2sources and 1 coupling). Should one of the sources fail, the loads areautomatically coupled to the second source. This is performed at the supply end ofLV distribution. This function is mainly found in the main LV switchboard or the incomers of thesubdistribution switchboard (see fig. 4a and 4b). Specific featuresThe switches are located near the sources: the lsc are high (from 30 to 80 kA).Time discrimination is often used: the fault currents are not limited. This results in aneed for high withstand performance in short-circuit conditions: thermal stress withstand: the main LV switchboard specifications may impose awithstand of 80 kA - 1s for a busbar in a 3000A main LV switchboard, making capacity lcm: the coupling may close and make a high short-circuitcurrent.Switchgear has a motor mechanism. An electrical and mechanical interlocking withthe other source changeover switch components is necessary.

NB: When this function is combined with the automatic source changeover function, it can beperformed by circuit-breakers with only instantaneous protection to limit stresses on theinstallation in event of closing on a short-circuit.

Manual coupling This function is normally used to couple: a set of loads on an emergency network, a set of loads on a moving generator.The switch manually and locally performs the transfer to the emergencyreplacement network. This load transfer is occasional and programmed. This function is mainly found on the incomers and feeders of the subdistributionswitchboards (see fig. 4c). Features: switches are at the heart of distribution: they are normally protected by limiting type circuit-breakers, occasional, voluntary coupling considerably limits the risk of anomalies(particularly during coupling).The switch has standard features and is of the manual type. Device interlocking isnecessary.

Table summarising the coupling functionTechnical data 800 A 800 A to 2000 A to > 3000 A

2000 A 3000 AElectrodynamic 20 kA 35 kA 50 kA 85 kAwithstand icw (A rms) for 1s for 1s for 1s

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On-load breaking Yes Yes Yes Yes

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Assembly Industrial Industrial Power Powerswitchboard switchboard switchboard switchboard

Standards IEC 60947-3 IEC 60947-3 IEC 60947-3 IEC 60947-3

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2.2.2.2. The motor "isolation" functionWhen a “motor circuit” is supplied and protected from a centralised power supplyto guarantee safety and simplify maintenance, a local control and isolation deviceis frequently required. These functions are performed by a separate device knownas a “local isolation enclosure” containing an on-load breaking switch.

Switch featuresn In most cases, motor control is performed by a contactor. The switch onlyperforms “occasional” control of the motor: utilization category is AC23.

n For some small motors (< 18.5 kW), the switch may be considered to be the maincontrol device of the motor: utilisation category is AC3.

n Additional functions: the switch function is completed by locking in the “open”position to ensure safe maintenance of the feeder. This switch can also be usedas an emergency stopping device (red front plate, yellow handle).

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Industrial switchesused mainly in tertiaryand industrial powerswitchboards. Theycomply with standardIEC 60947-3 and are forexample Interpact orMasterpact typeswitches.

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Modular profileindustrial switchesused mainly insubdistributionswitchboards. Theycomply with standardIEC 60947-3 and areswitches of the INStype. 4P Interpact INV160 switch

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2.2.3 Summarising table

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Modular typeswitches used mainlyin subdistributionswitchboards anddistribution enclosures.They comply withstandard IEC 60669-1and are Multi 9 typeswitches.

Local control andisolation switchesused for direct control offrequently operatedloads. They comply withstandard IEC 60947-3with an AC23 or AC3utilization categorydepending of their ratingand the application. Theyare installed on a door orat the back of thecubicle. They are Variotype switches.

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Current range 400 to 2500 A 40 to 400 A 20 to 160 A ≤ 63 A ≤ 40/63 A 10 to 630 A

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Circuit on-load control yes yes yes yes yes yesIsolation essential essential essential essential essential essentialPadlocking the isolated status by positive contact indication or visible isolation

Other usage values

Padlocking essential essential essential important important essentialHandle rotary essential essential essential not very important essential essential

direct front essential important essential essential essential importantfront extended important important important not very important important essentialside extended not very important important not very important not very important important essential

Maximum short-circuit level 20 to 80 kA I ≤ 160 A : I ≤ 63 A : 10 kA 3 to 5 kA I ≤ 63 A :15 to 25 KA 15 kA 15 kA I ≤ 400 A : I ≤ 160 A : I ≤ 630 A :20 to 80 kA 25 kA 25 kA

Type of AC21A essential essentialcontrolled AC22A essential essential important importantcircuit (1) AC23A important important not very important not very important essential essential

AC3 not applicable not applicable not applicable not applicable not applicable ≤ 40/63A essential> 63 A rare

Mounting front and mounting system plates for functional

enclosuresuniversal mounting plates45 mm tip symmetrical rail

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(1) See section 3.3.3. “Utilisation categories”.

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Switch Standards

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The switch must comply with: standard IEC 60669-1 fordomestic applications, standards IEC 60947-1 and60947-3 for tertiary and industrialapplications.

These standards specify the maintechnical data of the switches: ratedcurrents and voltages, utilisationcategory, etc.

Standard IEC 60947-3 completelydefines the suitability for isolationof industrial switches.

3.1 General

Low Voltage switchgear standards lay down all the general common and specificrequirements and measures. They particularly specify: equipment definitions, its technical data, information on the equipment, normal operating, assembly and transportation conditions, construction and operating specifications, tests.

The switches comply with standards (1): IEC 60947-1 (general requirements) and IEC 60947-3 (specific switchrequirements) for industrial switches, IEC 60699-1 for domestic switches.

3.2 Normal standard values for domesticswitches (IEC 60669-1)

Rated voltages and currents rated voltage: preferably 130 V, 230 V, 250 V, 277 V, 400 V, 415 V, 440 V, rated current: preferably 6 A, 10 A, 16 A, 20 A, 25 A, 32 A, 40 A, 63 A.

Breaking capacityThe standard stipulates a “suitable breaking capacity”. This conformity is verifiedby a test depending on rated voltage and current as given below.

Switch type Test characteristicsRated voltage Current voltage Test voltage Test current

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The standard stipulates 200 breaks at cos ϕ = 0.3 with rates specified accordingto rated current.

Normal operationSwitches must withstand the following number of operations, for their ratedvoltage and current:

Rated voltage Rated current Operations≤ 250 V ≤ 16 A 40 000

> 250 V ≤ 16 A 20 000

All voltages 16 A < Ie ≤ 40 A 10 000

All voltages > 40 A 5 000

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Suitability for isolationStandard IEC 60699-1 does not give any recommendations regarding visibleisolation or positive break indication.

The tests required are also less demanding than for industrial switches: for dielectric testing, a 50/60 Hz voltage of between 2000 V and 4000 V(depending on application point) is applied for 1 minute. A check is run to ensurethat the insulation resistor retains a minimum value (2 to 5 MΩ according to thetest), no impulse wave testing required.

Moreover, the domestic switch test conditions match class AC22, see section 3.3.3.

(1) IEC standards were renumbered in IEC 60xxx at the beginning of 1998, but their contentremains the same.

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3.3. Normal standard values of industrialswitches (IEC 60947-3)

The specifications and tests relating to each switchgear type include 2documents: the general requirements of standard IEC 60947-1, the specific standard for the equipment considered.For switches, standard IEC 60947-3 completes, amends or replaces thespecifications of the general requirements of standard IEC 60947-1.

3.3.1 The definitionsThe standard gives specific definitions, including those for: The switch : a mechanical connection device: able to make, withstand and break currents in normal conditions, includingoverloads, able to withstand currents in abnormal conditions, such as short-circuits, for aspecified period of time, able to break on no-load (with no load downstream).

The disconnector : a mechanical connection device: meeting the specifications for the isolation function in the opening position, able to withstand currents in normal conditions as well as currents in abnormalconditions, such as short-circuits, for a specified period of time.

The switch/disconnector : a switch meeting the specifications for the isolation function in the openingposition.

3.3.2 Standard usage values Conventional thermal current, lth (A)The maximum current that a switch can permanently convey without excessivetemperature rise. This value is associated with a utilisation temperature given bythe manufacturer:e.g. lth = 400 A, lth = 25 A at 40°C.Normally lth = lu (lu = unbroken current). lth actually corresponds to the switchrating.

Short-circuit making capacity, lcm (A peak)The short-circuit current value that the switch can make, on closing on a short-circuit, without being damaged.

Electrodynamic withstand (A peak)The maximum current, in peak value, that the main contacts can withstand withoutrepulsion.e.g. 10 kA peak.This value must be taken into account for protection by circuit-breaker or fuse.This value is not a standard one. When it is not declared, it corresponds to theshort-circuit making capacity (lcm).

Thermal withstand, lcw (A rms-s or in A 2s)The overcurrent that the switch can withstand for a given time without beingdamaged.e.g. lcw = 3 kA rms for 3 seconds.

Rated operational current, le (A)The switch’s utilisation current, depending on the application (resistive or inductivecircuit: see below section 3.3.3. “Utilization categories”).

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Utilization categories Technical data ApplicationsFrequent Infrequentoperations operationsAC21A AC21B Resistive loads, including moderate overloads Final Distribution (excluding motor feeders)

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AC22A AC22B Mixed resistive and inductive loads, including MV and Power Industrial Distribution withmoderate overloads (cos ϕ = 0.65) motor feeders

AC23A AC23B Squirrel-cage motors and other highly Motor feeders,inductive loads Occasional motor control (1)(cos ϕ = 0.45 for Ie > 100 A)(cos ϕ = 0.35 for Ie ≤ 100 A)

AC3 Squirrel-cage motors and other highly Direct main control of a single motorinductive loads(cos ϕ = 0.45 pour Ie > 100 A)(cos ϕ = 0.35 pour Ie ≤ 100 A)

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(1) In this application case, the control is performed by a contactor.

3.3.3 Utilization categoriesThe standard identifies three types of utilization categories: AC21: resistive loads, AC22: mixed loads, AC23: inductive loads, AC3: direct control of a single motor.

As regards DC current devices, categories are respectively: DC20, DC21…,DC3, etc.

A letter, A or B, is associated with each ACxy category, according to whether ornot the device is designed for frequent switching operations: A: frequent operations: from 2 000 to 10 000 operations (mechanical andelectrical) as per rating, B: non frequent operations: from 400 to 2 000 operations (mechanical andelectrical) as per rating.

3.3.3.1 Table of rated operational currents

3.3.3.2 ExampleA switch with a rating of 125A and category AC23 must be able to: make a current of 10 ln (1 250 A) with a cos ϕ of 0.35, break a current of 8 ln (1 000 A) with a cos ϕ of 0.35.

3.3.4 Suitability for isolationStandard IEC 60947-1 clearly defines the general rules governing suitability forisolation.Standard IEC 60947-3 specifies the requirements to be respected to perform theswitch isolation function.These standards are based on: the construction rules, the tests to be performed.

3.3.4.1 The construction rulesThe construction rules stipulate (among others): the clearances and the distances between open contacts (> 1mm/kV) or, if thisis not the case, verification by sampling device withstand to voltage impulses, presence of a device indicating the real position of the contacts (operatinghandle if its position is representative of that of all the contacts), when an interlocking position is provided, the setting in the “interlocked” positionmust be possible only if the contacts are “open”.

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3.3.4.2 Visible isolation or isolation with positive breakindicationIsolation can be achieved in two ways: visible isolation, in which the operator directly views, through a transparentscreen, the physical separation of the main contacts, isolation with positive break indication: in this case a mechanical deviceguarantees that the position of the main contacts reflects the position of thehandle. In other words, the switch handle must only indicate the open position ifthe main contacts are effectively separated.The standard defines for this a mechanical verification test (the “welded contact”test).The standard specifies that a switch suitable for isolation must be equipped withpadlocking of the isolated status.The “interlocked” position must only be possible when contacts are “open”.

3.3.4.3 Tests to be performed

(1) All electrical installations can be subjected to occasional overvoltages with many causessuch as: lightning overvoltages, switching overvoltages, overvoltages due to a fault, overvoltages further to an MV/LV flashover.

The study of these overvoltages (origin, value, location, etc.) and the rules to be applied forprotection, form the elements of insulation coordination . These studies recorded in standarddocuments define the voltage level Uimp to be applied to a device to ensure that it guaranteesthe safety of the de-energised part.

Three specific tests must be performed: Impulse wave withstand (Uimp) (1)

Conditions are those defined by standard IEC 60947-1, i.e.: either a distance between contacts greater than that given for a non-homogeneous field, or the withstand to an impulse wave whose level is defined according to thevalue Uimp declared by the manufacturer.The impulse wave withstand tests (1.2/50 µs wave), defined in IEC 60947-1, of avalue Uimp variable according to the place of installation, are representative oflightning and switching overvoltages. They must be performed by themanufacturer if he announces a value for Uimp.

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Example:- 8 kV at the origin of the installation for a 400 / 690 V network,- 6 kV at electrical distribution level for a 400 / 690 V network.Industrial switchgear can be used close to the origin of the installation. In this casethe chosen technical data will be:- Uimp 8 kV,- Ui 690 or 750 V.

Values of impulse wave withstand voltage for devices suitable for isolation withUimp = 8 kV.

Application of voltage Impulse voltage Impulse voltage

between: (in kV) at 2000 m (in kV) at sea level

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Measuring leakage current with the device openTest performed at 110% of device operational voltage.Maximum leakage currents accepted per pole: 0.5 mA on a new device, 2 mA on a device having been previously tested for:- general operating characteristics,- suitability for operation in service (mechanical and electrical durability),- making and breaking capacities.

Mechanical test“Verification of the robustness mechanism of the control device and of the positionindication” or “welded contact tests”.This test is performed for devices declared suitable for isolation with positivebreak indication.With the contacts held in the closed position, the handle is subjected to a force Fequal to 3 times the effort required to operate it (with a minimum value at 150 N anda maximum value at 400 N) for 10 seconds.While the force is being exerted, interlocking of the switching device must not bepossible.After testing, when the handle is released, indication of the “open” position mustnot be inexact.

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3.3.4.4 Marking switches suitable for isolationSwitches complying with the stipulated construction rules and havingsuccessively passed all the tests described above are declared suitable forisolation.The symbol “switch - disconnector ” (opposite) must appear on the front faceand be visible once the device is installed.

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3.3.5. Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Immunity:The mechanical connection devices are not affected by electromagneticdisturbances.No tests are required. Emission:Disturbances can only be generated during electrical switching operations and arelimited to switching overvoltages of a lower level than shock resistance.Consequently, emission specifications are considered to be satisfactory and notests are required.

3.3.6. Test SequencesBesides the specific isolation aspect, standard IEC 60947-3 lays down sequenceoperating tests.Each sequence includes several tests and is used to verify part of the devicecharacteristics.These operating tests are summarised in the table below.The operating mode of these tests results in consideration of real operatingconditions, thus guaranteeing users that products really are suitable for operatingconditions.Some information on standard IEC 60947-3:

Test sequences

Sequence 1 Sequence 2 Sequence 3

General operating Suitability for isolation Suitability for short-circuitsequences in service operation

temperature rise mechanical and measurement of the short dielectric electrical durability time withstand current (Icw) making and breaking dielectric making capacity incapacity (in service) leakage current short-circuit (Icm) dielectric measurement (≤ 2 mA) dielectric leakage current temperature rise leakage currentmeasurement (≤ 2 mA) measurement (≤ 2 mA) temperature rise temperature rise suitability for isolationtest

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These sequences are repeated on a number of samples in order to cover all theperformances announced for the device.

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The Schneider Electricchoice

Schneider Electric offers switch ranges of the Merlin Gerin and Telemecaniquebrands. These devices cover all the requirements of Low Voltage electrical powerdistribution, namely: industrial switch/disconnector ranges meeting standard IEC 60947-1-3 from 12to 6 300 A, domestic switch/disconnector ranges meeting standard IEC 60669 from 1 to 125A and in some cases standard IEC 60947-3, switch/disconnector ranges for motor feeders meeting standard IEC 60947-1-3from 12 to 175 A.

The ranges of switches proposed: are perfectly coordinated with the Schneider Electric protection devices, fit perfectly into the Schneider installation systems, thus optimising theirimplementation, are suitable for isolation.

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In its capacity as a manufacturer,Schneider Electric has chosen tocompletely guarantee operatorsafety by necessarily offeringswitches satisfying the isolationmode with positive break indication.

4.1 The Schneider Electric technicalchoices

4.1.1 IsolationCircuit isolation is a function that must be performed in complete safety.

4.1.1.1 Choice of isolationFor those ranges of switches, Schneider Electric has chosen :the isolation mode with positive contact indication.

To ensure maximum user safety, the isolation mode with positive contact indicationis the most effective solution from a technical standpoint. The position of thecontrol device guarantees absence of voltage.

4.1.1.2 Positive contact indication AdvantagesFor devices with positive contact indication, the position of the control device in therest position reflects contact opening.This function is: guaranteed by the manufacturer (inherent safety guarantee) and is no longerthe operator’s responsibility, possible whatever kind of accessories are used: extended handle, handlethrough door, etc.

Implementation requirementsThere are no special requirements linked to use of this technology type. Withpositive contact indication, the position of the control device must reflect contactposition by means of a “reliable and tamper-proof” mechanical device, the tests forwhich are defined by standards.

Consequently, there is no longer any risk of incorrect judgement by the user, as isthe case for switches with visible isolation only.

4.1.1.3 Visible isolationVisible isolation is sometimes imposed by installation standards (in France, forexample, standards NF-C 13-100 and NF C 14-100 concerning connection). AdvantagesVisible isolation appears to offer operators additional safety as they can observecontact opening.

Implementation requirementsAs indicated page 9, before working on the installation part downstream of aswitch/disconnector, the user must: open the switch, then, in all cases, check absence of voltage. If the switch has visible isolation(refer to “Standards - suitability for isolation”) the user must : check contact opening.

Isolation is in actual fact guaranteed by the operator who has validatedcontact opening.

Visibility is perfect when the device is new and mounted in an enclosure without adoor. For visibility to be guaranteed over time, a certain number of designrequirements are necessary.

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The following table lists the phenomena that might interfere with contact positioninterpretation:

Application case ObservationsDevice status after electrical switching Current breaking pollutes the apertureoperations and visible isolation becomes

questionable and even invisible.

Use of switch with an extended or For guaranteed isolation, it is necessaryside handle in an enclosure with to open the enclosure door to check thatplain door contacts are really separated.

Otherwise, there is a risk op padlockinga device that is not open.There is a real danger for the user (1).

Use of switch with an extended or It all depends on equipment assemblyside handle in an enclosure with and place of installation. The result maytransparent door may be very similar to the above case.

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(1) The standard does not impose mechanical tests on the interlocking linking the position of thehandle to that of the contacts for devices with visible isolation.

4.1.1.4 Schneider “visible isolation” technologySchneider Electric has developed a specific range of switches (INV range). Forthese switches with visible isolation, Schneider gives priority to maximumsafety : isolation with positive contact indication is guaranteed in addition to visibleisolation, the main switch contacts are placed at the rear of the device. Consequently, therange is optimised to offer the best compromise between user safety and visibilityof main contacts: class 2 classification of devices is maintained, the transparent cover allowing contact visibility is guaranteed for 200 electricalswitching operations. Beyond this number, its interchangeability will allowmaintained visibility, isolation with positive break indication is maintained.

Schneider has chosen to assume responsibility for the isolationfunction.

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4.1.2 Front face class IIThe Schneider Electric devices are front face Class II: this Class is maintainedwhen the device is equipped with direct control via a metal front plate (case of aDevices must be designed according to specific building considerations: case of devices with positive break indication. There are two insulatingenclosures (double insulation front face): safety is maximum, case of devices with visible isolation. Class II is obtained by demanding criteriato be respected (for devices with an Ui 750/800 V): impulse wave withstand at 14.7 kV, backing up of creepage distances.These criteria have a certain effect on device construction, as devices with visibleisolation cannot have a double insulating barrier:- the main contacts are located at the rear of the switch to ensure maximumsafety,- visibility of main contacts is thus slightly less good, but user safety is maximum.

4.1.3 “Emergency stop” control By manual controlThe INS, INV and VARIO switch ranges, are also available in the “emergency stopswitch” version, conform to VDE recommendations.These switches can be identified by their colours: red handle, yellow case frontface.Switch characteristics and performance are identical to those of standardswitches. By automatic controlThe switch is standard and trip-free. To perform a safety function, tripping will usean MN coil. This coil will be de-activated by the emergency stop normally closedcontact.

4.1.4 The switch is an environmentally-friendlyproductAnxious to protect the environment, Schneider Electric takes three types of action: first, it produces products of a modular design and thus completely separableinto single-material components, second, it uses: materials containing no harmful substances, in particular no cadmium, mercuryor asbestos, carefully selected thermoplastics for the moulded parts of the device. Eliminationof these materials, even by incineration, does not give off polluting substances. third, it implements non-polluting manufacturing processes: ISO 14001certification of its products’ manufacturing sites.

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4.2 Installing switches:the Schneider Electric system

4.2.1 The installation systemPower distribution switchboardsThese incoming switchboards, in the tertiary or industrial sector, are mainlyequipped with industrial switchgear of the Masterpact/Compact/Interpact type.The control and isolation switch is an industrial device with the following ratings: 400 A to 1000 A in the tertiary sector, 400 A to 1600 A in the industrial sector.Applicable standard: IEC 60947-3.

ndustrial subdistribution switchboards or automation cubiclesAs a rule, the incomer is an industrial device with a rating ≤ 400 A.According to its rating, the most frequent cases are: for incomers ≤ 160 A, feeders of the Multi 9 type and switchboards designed toreceive this switchgear type, for incomers from 160 to 400 A, industrial type feeders such as the Compact NS: in industrial distribution switchboards, in automation cubicles, for incomers from 40 to 400 A, control and monitoring feeders installed onuniversal mounting plates.Applicable standard: IEC 60947-3.

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Local isolation enclosuresEquipped with industrial switchgear for all ratings (up to 630 A) or with modularswitchgear for low ratings (up to 63 A).They are used to control and isolate machines and utilities locally (e.g. boiler plants,lift machinery).Applicable standard: IEC 60947-3.

Automation enclosuresThe current range for this application is normally limited to 40 A. The enclosure isfrequently built into the machine.The switches dedicated to this application are usually designed specifically for it(standard ratings: 16/25 A).This type of device normally includes many accessory possibilities (auxiliaryswitches, optional door mounting, etc.).Applicable standard: IEC 60947-3.

Small final distribution enclosuresAs a rule the incomer is a modular type device ≤ 63 A.Feeders are low rating Multi 9 circuit-breakers. All the devices are mounted in asmall modular enclosure.The choice of INS63 or l63 depends on the type of application: INS63 for the commercial and tertiary sectors.Applicable standard: IEC 60947-3. l63/ll00 for housing and domestic applications. It is often used as a direct controlswitch on final circuits (e.g. control of heating, convector, etc.).Applicable standard: IEC 60669-1.

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This rationalisation guarantees this range perfect incorporation in the Prismafunctional installation systems. Furthermore, this switchgear can: be mounted on symmetrical rail or on a functional mounting plate, use the cabling accessories of Prisma Distribloc, Polybloc, etc.

Figure 13a : Mounting Interpact NG125NAin a Prisma cubicle.

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4.2.2.1 Size and accessoriesAt power distribution level - 100 A to 630 A - it is essential for switch ranges to becompletely consistent with circuit-breaker ranges. Schneider Electric thus offersInterpact INS / INV ranges that are fully in line with the Compact NS circuit-breakerranges.Consistency is ensured for: accessories (auxiliaries, rotary handle, etc.) shared by the 2 ranges, dimensional features (pole pitch, physical size, etc.), particularly important, design and colour.

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4.2.2.2 Control auxiliaries Rotary handles to satisfy all installation systems.In particular, the INS/INV switches can be equipped with direct and extendedrotary handles of the front or lateral type.The extended rotary handle maintains isolation with positive contact indication. Connection accessories.To simplify connection of some large diameter cables, a single-piece spreader(also usable for Compact NS circuit-breaker ranges) allows: increase in pole pitch use of the connection and isolation accessories of the larger-sized device factory-guaranteed isolation quality.

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4.2.2.3 Manual source changeover switchesA comprehensive manual source changeover switch range is available with aninterlocking system: key-operated, with rotary handles, single-piece (INS switch).

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This last option ensures rationalisation of the function: by optimised size of switchgear by implementation of a single 3-position rotary handle.This guarantees greater ease of mounting and safety of implementation.Consistency with the circuit-breaker ranges is respected thanks to identical fixingcentres and thus the same cabling gauge.A downstream coupling accessory completes the simplicity of the sourcechangeover switch function (the same for two switchgear).

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4.3 Choosing a Schneider Electric switch

4.3.1 Choice criteria

4.3.1.1 Network characteristicsNominal voltage, nominal frequency and nominal current are determined in thesame way as for a circuit-breaker: nominal voltage = nominal voltage of the network, frequency = network frequency, nominal current = rated current of a value immediately higher than thedownstream load current. Note that the rated current is defined for a given ambienttemperature and that a derating may have to be taken into account.

4.3.1.2 Location and applicationThis determines the type and characteristics or main functions that the switchmust possess. There are 3 function levels (see table opposite):

Basic functionsvirtually common to all switch types: isolation, control, padlocking, safety.

Additional characteristic functions direct formulation of the needs of the user and of the switch environment, i.e.:- industrial type performance,- need for emergency stopping,- lsc level,- type of interlocking,- type of control,- utilisation category,- mounting system.

Specific functions linked to operation and to installation requirements, i.e.:- earth leakage protection,- motor mechanisms,- remote opening (“emergency stop” function),- withdrawability.The following table enables choice of switch according to requirements.

Choice tableComparison of the application table (§ 4.3.2) and the switch technical data table(§ 4.3.4) lets you specify which switch range should be used.

4.3.1.3 CoordinationAll switches must be protected by an overcurrent protection device placedupstream.

The "additional technical information" tables below give the SCPD (circuit-breakeror fuse) guaranteeing proper coordination with switches in event of adownstream short-circuit, according to the electrodynamic withstand or the short-circuit making capacity of the device.

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Power Industrial Subdistribution Small tertiary Automation Localdistribution switchboards switchboards distribution enclosures isolationswitchboards and automation (modular enclosures enclosures

cubicles products)

Current range 400 to 6300 A 40 to 630 A 20 to 160 A ≤ 125 A ≤ 40/125 A 10 to 630 A

LV switch basicfunctionsCircuit on-load control yes yes yes yes yes yes

Isolation

Padlocking the isolated status by isolation with positive break indication or visible isolation

Padlocking

Additional functions /technical dataMaximum short-circuit level 20 to 80 kA I ≤ 160 A : I ≤ 63 A : 10 kA 3 to 5 kA I ≤ 63 A :

15 to 25 kA 15 kA 10 kA

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Specific functionsEarth leakage protection

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emergency stop

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4.3.3 The switches available in the Schneider ElectricofferRenewal and standardisation of the Interpact range is part of the SchneiderElectric global offer.Schneider Electric offers its customers several ranges of switches.Choice depends on: the application, the additional functions to be implemented (safety level, convenience, etc.).The following table summarises the possibilities offered by all the SchneiderElectric ranges according to the applications described above.

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Products switchboards enclosures enclosures400 - 6300 A 40 - 630 A 40 -630 A 20 - 160 A ≤ 125 A ≤ 40/125 A 10 - 630 A

Vario (Télémécanique)

Multi 9 I/ID (modular profile)

Multi 9 I-NA (profil modulaire)

Interpact INS (1) (modular profile)

NG125 NA (modular profile)

Interpact INS (1) (industrial)

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Masterpact HI/HF (industrial)

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4.3.4 Switch range technical dataTable M below lists the main technical data of the switches in the SchneiderElectric ranges.

Range Vario Multi 9 Interpact Compact Masterpact

I I-NA ID NG125NA INS INV IN NA/NI CMI NI HI HFPerformance type Industrial

Tertiary Clip-on on rail (3) (3)

Main functions Isolation (5) (5) Positive break indicationVisible isolation

Emergency stop Manual (7) (4) (4)

Remote (6) (6) (6) Other functions Residual current (8) (8) (8) (8)

Remote control fuse/switches

Fixed/draw-out Fixed Draw-out

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(1) OF contact on switches - OF contact and MX, MNcoil on residual current circuit-breakers.(2) OF or CAM contact.(3) Only 40 to 160 A (modular profile).(4) Specific INS/INV emergency stop switches.(5) Only on ratings 40/63/100/125.(6) With MN auxiliaries.(7) Yellow front plate/red handle.(8) Associated Vigi bloc.

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Switch-disconnectors p 46Compact p 46Compact CM p 50Masterpact p 52

Co-ordination p 56Modular switches and residual current circuit-breakers p 56Upstream: circuit-breakers or fuses / Downstream: modular switches p 57Upstream: fuses or circuit-breakers / Downstream: modular residual p 58current circuit-breakersUpstream: NS100/160 / Downstream: Multi 9 circuit-breakers p 59Industrial switch-disconnectors p 60Protection of switch-disconnectors p 62

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electrical AC-23Suitability for isolation as defined by IEC 60947-3Auxiliaries OF/SD/MX/MN

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DCRated operational current (A) Ie AC 50/60 Hz

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500 V660-690 VDC125 V (2P in series)250 V (4P in series)

Rated duties uninterrupted dutyintermittent duty

Short-circuit making capacity Icm (kA peak) min. (switch-disconnector alone)max. (with upstream protectioncircuit breaker)

Short-time withstand current Icw (A rms) 1s3 s20 s

Suitability for isolationEndurance (category A) (CO cycles) mechanical

elect. AC AC22A 500 VAC22A 690 VAC23A 220-240 VAC23A 380-415 VAC23A 440 VAC23A 500 VAC23A 690 V

elect. DC DC23A 250 VPositive contact indicationDegree of pollution

Upstream protectionSee the "Technical details" section, page 4.0000

Installation and connectionFixed, front connection symmetrical rail

backplate

Indication and measurement auxiliariesAuxiliary contactsVoltage-presence indicatorCurrent-transformer moduleAmmeter moduleInsulation-monitoring module

Control auxiliairiesAuxiliary releases and motor mechanismDirect and extended front / lateral rotary handleLocking by padlocksManual source-changeover system

Installation and connection accessoriesBare cable connectorsTerminal extensions and spreadersTerminal shields and shroudsPhase barriersFront-panel escutcheon

Dimensions and weightsOverall dimensions H x W x D (mm) 3/4 polesApproximate weight (kg) 3 poles

4 poles

(1) suitable for 480 V NEMA

Additional technicalinformation

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INS40 INS63 INS80 INS100 INS125 INS1603, 4 3, 4 3, 4 3, 4 3, 4 3, 4

40 63 80 100 12 5 160690 690 690 750 750 7508 8 8 8 8 8500 500 500 690 690 690250 250 250 250 250 250AC 22 A AC 23 A AC 22 A AC 23 A AC 22 A AC 23 A AC 22 A AC 23 A AC 22 A AC 23 A AC 22 A AC 23 A40 40 63 63 80 80 100 100 125 125 160 16040 40 63 63 80 72 100 100 125 125 160 16040 40 63 63 80 63 100 100 125 125 160 16040 32 63 40 80 40 100 100 125 125 160 160- - - - - - 100 63 125 80 160 100DC 22 A DC 23 A DC 22 A DC 23 A DC 22 A DC 23 A DC 22 A DC 23 A DC 22 A DC 23 A DC 22 A DC 23 A40 40 63 63 80 80 100 100 125 125 160 16040 40 63 63 80 80 100 100 125 125 160 160n n n n n nclass 120 - 60% class 120 - 60% class 120 - 60% class 120 - 60% class 120 - 60% class 120 - 60%15 15 15 20 20 2075 75 75 154 154 154

3000 3000 3000 5500 5500 55001730 1730 1730 3175 3175 3175670 670 670 1230 1230 1230n n n n n n20000 20000 20000 15000 15000 150001500 1500 1500 1500 1500 1500- - - 1500 1500 15001500 1500 1500 1500 1500 15001500 1500 1500 1500 1500 15001500 1500 1500 1500 1500 15001500 1500 1500 1500 1500 1500- - - 1500 1500 15001500 1500 1500 1500 1500 1500yes yes yes yes yes yesIII III III III III III

n n n n n nn n n n n n

n n n n n n- - - - - -- - - - - -- - - - - -- - - - - -

- - - - - -n n n n n nn n n n n n- - - - - -

n n n n n n- - - - - -n n n n n n- - - n n n- - - - - -

90 x 81 x 62,5 90 x 81 x 62,5 90 x 81 x 62,5 135 x 100 x 62,5 135 x 100 x 62,5 135 x 100 x 62,50,5 0,5 0,5 0,8 0,8 0,80,6 0,6 0,6 0,9 0,9 0,9

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Electrical characteristics as defined by IEC 60947-1 / 60947-3Conventional thermal current (A) Ith at 60 °CRated insulation level (V) Ui AC 50/60 HzImpulse-withstand voltage (kV) UimpRated operational voltage (V) Ue CA 50/60 Hz


220-240 V380-415 V440-480 V (1)

500-525 V660-690 VDC125 V (2P in series)250 V (4P in series)


Short-circuit making capacity Icm min. (switch-disconnector alone)(kA peak) max. (with upstream protection

circuit breaker)Short-time withstand current Icw 1s

(A rms) 3 s20 s30 s


elect. AC AC22A 500 VAC22A 690 VAC23A 440 VAC23A 500 VAC23A 690 V


Upstream protectionSee the "Co-ordination table" section

Installation and connectionFixed, front connectionFixed, rear connection


Control auxiliairiesAuxiliary releases and motor mechanismDirect and extended front rotary handleDirect and extended lateral rotary handleLocking by padlocksManual source-changeover system

Installation and connection accessoriesBare cable connectorsTerminal extensions, spreaders and one-piece spreadersTerminal shields and shroudsPhase barriersFront-panel escutcheon


4 poles

(1) suitable for 480 V NEMA(2) mounted with adaptation kit for direct rotary handle


Switch-disconnectors selectionInterpact INS250


Interpact INS250 emergency-offswitch-disconnector

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INS250-100 INS250-160 INS250-200 INS2503, 4 3, 4 3, 4 3, 4

100 160 200 250750 750 750 7508 8 8 8690 690 690 690250 250 250 250AC 22 A AC 23 A AC 22 A AC 23 A AC 22 A AC 23 A AC 22 A AC 23 A100 100 160 160 200 200 250 250100 100 160 160 200 200 250 250100 100 160 160 200 200 250 250100 100 160 160 200 200 250 250100 100 160 160 200 200 250 250DC 22 A DC 23 A DC 22 A DC 23 A DC 22 A DC 23 A DC 22 A DC 23 A100 100 160 160 200 200 250 250100 100 160 160 200 200 250 250n n n nclass 120 - 60% class 120 - 60% class 120 - 60% class 120 - 60%30 30 30 30330 330 330 330

8500 8500 8500 85004900 4900 4900 49002200 2200 2200 22001800 1800 1800 1800n n n n15000 15000 15000 150001500 1500 1500 15001500 1500 1500 15001500 1500 1500 15001500 1500 1500 15001500 1500 1500 15001500 1500 1500 1500yes yes yes yesIII III III III

n n n nn n n n

n n n nn n n nn n n nn (2) n (2) n (2) n (2)

- - - -

- - - -n n n nn n n nn n n nn n n n

n n n nn n n nn n n nn n n nn n n n

140 x 136 x 86 140 x 136 x 86 140 x 136 x 86 140 x 136 x 862 2 2 22,2 2,2 2,2 2,2

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Interpact INS switch-disconnectorsNumber of poles

Electrical characteristics as defined by IEC 60947-1 / 60947-3Conventional thermal current (A) Ith at 60 °CRated insulation level (V) Ui AC 50/60 HzImpulse-withstand voltage (kV) UimpRated operational voltage (V) Ue AC 50/60 Hz


220-240 V380-415 V440-480 V (1)





(A rms) 3 s20 s30 s


elect. AC AC22A 500 VAC22A 690 VAC23A 440 VAC23A 500 VAC23A 690 V






Installation and connection accessoriesBare cable connectorsTerminal extensions, spreaders and one-piece spreadersTerminal shields and shroudsPhase barriersFront-panel escutcheon


4 poles



Switch-disconnectors selectionInterpact INS320 to 630


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Interpact INS400 emergency-offswitch-disconnector

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INS320 INS400 INS500 INS6303,4 3,4 3,4 3,4

320 400 500 630750 750 750 7508 8 8 8690 690 690 690250 250 250 250AC 22 A AC 23 A AC 22 A AC 23 A AC 22 A AC 23 A AC 22 A AC 23 A320 320 400 400 500 500 630 500320 320 400 400 500 500 630 500320 320 400 400 500 500 630 500320 320 400 400 500 500 630 50320 320 400 400 500 500 630 500DC 22 A DC 23 A DC 22 A DC 23 A DC 22 A DC 23 A DC 22 A DC 23 A320 320 400 400 500 500 630 630320 320 400 400 500 500 630 630n n n nclass 120 - 60% class 120 - 60% class 120 - 60% class 120 - 60%50 50 50 50330 330 330 330

20000 20000 20000 2000011500 11500 11500 115004900 4900 4900 49004000 4000 4000 4000n n n n10000 10000 10000 100001500 1500 1500 15001500 1500 1500 10001500 1500 1500 15001500 1500 1500 15001500 1500 1500 15001500 1500 1500 1000yes yes yes yesIII III III III

n n n nn n n n

n n n nn n n nn n n nn n n n- - - -

- - - -n n n n- - - -n n n nn n n n


185 x 205 x 120 185 x 205 x 120 185 x 205 x 120 185 x 205 x 1204,6 4,6 4,6 4,64,9 4,9 4,9 4,9

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CCRated operational current (A) Ie AC 50/60 Hz

220-240 V380-415 V440-480 V (1)

500-525 V660-690 VCC125 V (2P in series)250 V (4P in series)




(A rms) 3 s20 s30 s


elect. AC AC21A 690 VAC22A 500 VAC22A 690 VAC23B 440 VAC23B 500 VAC23B 690 V

elect. CC DC22A 250 VDC23B 250 V

Positive contact indicationDegree of pollution







4 poles

(1) suitable for 480 V NEMA(2) mounted with adaptation kit for direct rotary handle

Switch-disconnectors selectionInterpact INV100 to 250with visible break


Interpact INV250 switch-disconnector

Interpact INV250 emergency-offswitch-disconnector

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INV100 INV160 INV200 INV2503, 4 3, 4 3, 4 3, 4

100 160 200 250750 750 750 7508 8 8 8690 690 690 690250 250 250 250AC21A AC22A AC23B AC21A AC22A AC23B AC21A AC22A AC23B AC21A AC22A AC23B100 100 100 160 160 160 200 200 200 250 250 250100 100 100 160 160 160 200 200 200 250 250 250100 100 100 160 160 160 200 200 200 250 250 250100 100 80 160 160 80 200 200 100 250 250 100100 - - 160 - - 200 - - 250 - -DC21A DC22A DC23B DC21A DC22A DC23B DC21A DC22A DC23B DC21A DC22A DC23B100 100 100 160 160 160 200 200 200 250 250 200100 100 100 160 160 160 200 200 200 250 250 200n n n nclass 120 - 60% class 120 - 60% class 120 - 60% class 120 - 60%30 30 30 30330 330 330 330

8500 8500 8500 85004900 4900 4900 49002200 2200 2200 22001800 1800 1800 1800n n n n15000 15000 15000 150001500 1000 1000 10001500 1000 1000 1000- - - -300 200 200 200300 200 200 200- - - -1500 1000 1000 1000300 200 200 200yes yes yes yesIII III III III

n n n nn n n n

n n n nn n n nn n n nn (2) n (2) n (2) n (2)

- - - -

- - - -n n n nn n n nn n n nn n n n


140 x 136 x 86 140 x 136 x 86 140 x 136 x 86 140 x 136 x 862 2 2 22,2 2,2 2,2 2,2

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Interpact INV switch-disconnectorsNumber of poles



220-240 V380-415 V440-480 V (1)





(A rms) 3 s20 s30 s


elect. AC AC21A 690 VAC22A 500 VAC22A 690 VAC23B 440 VAC23B 500 VAC23B 690 V

elect. DC DC22A 250 VDC23B 250 V








4 poles


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95Switch-disconnectors selectionInterpact INV320 to 630with visible break


Interpact INV630 switch-disconnector

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98

Interpact INV630 emergency-offswitch-disconnector

43

INV320 INV400 INV500 INV6303, 4 3, 4 3, 4 3, 4

320 400 500 630750 750 750 7508 8 8 8690 690 690 690250 250 250 250AC21A AC22A AC23B AC21A AC22A AC23B AC21A AC22A AC23B AC21A AC22A AC23B320 320 320 400 400 400 500 500 500 630 630 500320 320 320 400 400 400 500 500 500 630 630 500320 320 320 400 400 400 500 500 500 630 630 500320 320 160 400 400 200 500 500 220 630 630 250320 - - 400 - - 500 - - 630 - -DC21A DC22A DC23B DC21A DC22A DC23B DC21A DC22A DC23B DC21A DC22A DC23B320 320 320 400 400 400 500 500 500 630 630 500320 320 320 400 400 400 500 500 500 630 630 500n n n nclass 120 - 60% class 120 - 60% class 120 - 60% class 120 - 60%50 50 50 50330 330 330 330

20000 20000 20000 2000011500 11500 11500 115004900 4900 4900 49004000 4000 4000 4000n n n n10000 10000 10000 100001000 1000 1000 10001000 1000 1000 1000- - - -200 200 200 200200 200 200 200- - - -1000 1000 1000 1000200 200 200 200yes yes yes yesIII III III III

n n n nn n n n

n n n nn n n nn n n nn n n n- - - -

- - - -n n n n- - - -n n n nn n n n


185 x 205 x 120 185 x 205 x 120 185 x 205 x 120 185 x 205 x 1204,6 4,6 4,6 4,64,9 4,9 4,9 4,9

44

Interpact IN1000 switch-disconnector

0350

53 Interpact IN switch-disconnectorsNumber of poles



220-240 V380-415 V 1000440-480 V (1)

500 V660-690 VDC125 V (2P)250 V (4P)



(A rms) 3 s20 s


elect. AC AC22A 500 VAC22A 690 VAC23A 440 VAC23A 500 V

elect. DC DC23A 250 VDC23A 500 V



Installation and connectionFixed, front connection symmetrical rail

backplate


Control auxiliairiesAuxiliary releasesMotor mechanismDirect and extended front rotary handleDirect and extended lateral rotary handleLocking by padlocks and by keylocksManual source-changeover system

Installation and connection accessoriesBare cable connectorsTerminal extensions and spreadersTerminal shields and phase barriersFront-panel escutcheon

Dimensions and weightsOverall dimensions H x W x D (mm) 3 poles fixed, front connection

4 poles fixed, front connectionApproximate weight (kg) 3 poles fixed, front connection

4 poles fixed, front connection

(1) suitable for 480 V NEMA(2) IN1000: 630 A for AC23A / IN1600: 800 A for AC23A(3) 1450 A at 60 °C

Switch-disconnectors selectionInterpact IN1000 to 2500


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IN1000 IN1600 IN25003, 4 3, 4 3, 4

1000 1600 (à 50° C) (3) 2500690 690 6908 8 8690 690 690250 250 250AC 21 A AC 22 A AC 21 A AC 22 A AC 21 A AC 22 A1000 1000 1600 1600 2500 25001000 (2) 1600 1600 (2) 2500 25001000 800 1600 1200 2500 -1000 800 1600 1200 2500 -1000 - 1600 - 2500 -DC 22 A DC 23 A DC 22 A DC 23 A DC 21 A DC 22 A1000 1000 1600 1600 2500 -1000 1000 1600 1600 2500 -75 75 105176 105 105

35000 35000 5000020000 20000 285007800 7800 11000n n n3000 3000 3000500 500 500500 500 500- - -- - -500 500 500 (DC21A)- - -yes yes yesIII III III

- - -n n n

n n n- - -- - -- - -- - -

- - -- - -n n n- - -n n nn n n

n n nn n nn n n- - -

340 x 300 x 118 340 x 300 x 118 340 x 440 x 200410 x 300 x 118 410 x 300 x 118 410 x 440 x 20012 15 3515 18 45

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pushto

trip

pushto

trip

pushto

trip

Switch-disconnectorsCompact

E62

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Compact switch-disconnectorsNumber of poles

Electrical characteristics as defined by IEC 60947-3Conventional thermal current (A) Ith at 60 °CRated insulation level (V) UiImpulse-withstand voltage (kV) UimpRated operational voltage (V) Ue AC 50/60 Hz


220/240 V380/415 V440/480 V (1)

500 V660/690 VDC250 V (1P)500 V (2P)


circuit breaker) (2)

Short-time withstand current Icw 1s(A rms) 3 s

20 sSuitability for isolationEndurance (category A) (CO cycles) mechanical

elect. AC AC22A 500 VAC22A 690 V


elect.DC DC23A 250 VDC23A 500 V


ProtectionEarth-fault protection add-on Vigi module

Vigirex relay

Installation and connectionFixed, front connectionInstallation on symmetrical railFixed, rear connectionPlug-in (on base)Withdrawable (on chassis)


Control auxiliairiesAuxiliary releasesMotor mechanismToggle operatedDirect and extended front rotary handleLateral rotary handleLocking by padlocks and by keylocksManual/automatic source-changeover system

Installation and connection accessoriesBare cable connectors, terminal extensions and spreadersTerminal shields and phase barriersFront-panel escutcheon

Dimensions and weightsDimensions 2/3 poles fixed, front connectionH x W x D (mm) 4 poles fixed, front connectionWeight (kg) 3 poles fixed, front connection


(1) suitable for 480 V NEMA(2) upstream connection: see the "Co-ordination table" section(3) extended only


8608

5

Compact NSA125NA

8608

7

Compact NS100NA

Compact NS100NA to NS250NA switch-disconnectors are obtained by mounting anNA switch-disconnector module on thebasic NS100 to NS250 frames.Compact NSA125NA and NSA160NAswitch-disconnectors are supplied fullyassembled.

Switch-disconnector protectionAccording to installation standards, anupstream protection is required.Nonetheless, due to reflex tripping,Compact NS100NA to NS250NA switch-disconnectors self-protect for all faultcurrents greater than 10 kA.

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NSA125NA NSA160NA NS100NA NS160NA NS250NA3, 4 3, 4 2, 3, 4 2, 3, 4 2, 3, 4

125 160 100 160 250500 500 750 750 7508 8 8 8 8500 500 690 690 690250 250 500 500 500AC 22 A AC 23 A AC 22 A AC 23 A AC 22 A AC 23 A AC 22 A AC 23 A AC 22 A AC 23 A125 125 160 160 100 100 160 160 250 250125 125 160 160 100 100 160 160 250 250125 125 160 160 100 100 160 160 250 250125 100 160 125 100 100 160 160 250 250

100 100 160 160 250 250DC 22 A DC 23 A DC 22 A DC 23 A DC 22 A DC 23 A DC 22 A DC 23 A DC 22 A DC 23 A

100 100 160 160 250 250100 100 160 160 250 250

2,1 2,1 2,6 3,6 4,9330 330 330 330 330

1500 1500 1800 2500 35001500 1500 1800 2500 3500580 580 690 960 1350n n n n n10000 10000 50000 40000 200005000 5000

50000 40000 200005000 5000 30000(50000-In/2) 20000(40000-In/2) 10000(20000-In/2)

5000 5000 30000(50000-In/2) 20000(40000-In/2) 10000(20000-In/2)

yes yes yes yes yesIII III III III III

n n n n nn n n n n

n n n n nn n

n n nn n nn n n

n n n n nn n nn n nn n nn n n

n n n n nn n n

n n n n nn (3) n (3) n n n

n n n n nn n n

n n nn n n n n

n n n

90 x 120 x 82,5 90 x 120 x 82,5 105 x 161 x 86 105 x 161 x 86 105 x 161 x 86210 x 120 x 82,5 90 x 120 x 82,5 140 x 161 x 86 140 x 161 x 86 140 x 161 x 861,1 1,1 1,5 1,6 1,81,4 1,4 2,0 2,0 2,2

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Switch-disconnectorsCompact (continued)

Compact switch-disconnectorsNumber of poles

Electrical characteristics as defined by IEC 60947-3Conventional thermal current (A) Ith at 60 °CRated insulation level (V) UiImpulse-withstand voltage (kV) UimpRated operational voltage (V) Ue AC 50/60 Hz


220/240 V380/415 V440/480 V (1)

500 V660/690 VDC250 V500 V


circuit breaker) (2)

Short-time withstand current Icw 1s(A rms) 3 s

20 sSuitability for isolationEndurance (category A) (CO cycles) mechanical



elect. DC DC23A 250 VDC23A 500 V


ProtectionEarth-fault protection add-on Vigi module

Vigirex relay

Installation and connectionFixed, front connectionInstallation on symmetrical railFixed, rear connectionPlug-in (on base)Withdrawable (on chassis)


Control auxiliairiesAuxiliary releasesMotor mechanismToggle operatedDirect and extended front rotary handleLateral rotary handleLocking by padlocks and by keylocksManual/automatic source-changeover system

Installation and connection accessoriesBare cable connectors, terminal extensions and spreadersTerminal shields and phase barriersFront-panel escutcheon

Dimensions and weightsDimensions 3 poles fixed, front connectionH x W x D (mm) 4 poles fixed, front connectionWeight (kg) 3 poles fixed, front connection


(1) suitable for 480 V NEMA(2) upstream connection: see the "Co-ordination table" section(3) 8 seconds


pushto

trip

pushto

trip

pushto

trip

E62

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8608

3

Compact NS400NA

8608

1

Compact C1251NI

Switch-disconnector protectionAccording to installation standards,an upstream protection is required.Nonetheless, due to reflex tripping,Compact NS400 and 630NA switch-disconnectors self-protect for all faultcurrents greater than 15 kA.

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NS400NA NS630NA C801NI C1251NI3, 4 3, 4 3, 4 3, 4

400 630 800 1250750 750 750 7508 8 8 8690 690 690 690500 500 500 500AC 22 A AC 23 A AC 22 A AC 23 A AC 22 A AC 23 A AC 22 A AC 23 A400 400 630 630 800 800 1250 1250400 400 630 630 800 800 1250 1250400 400 630 630 800 800 1250 1250400 400 630 630 800 800 1250 1250400 400 630 630 800 800 1250 1250DC 22 A DC 23 A DC 22 A DC 23 A DC 22 A DC 23 A DC 22 A DC 23 A400 (1P) 400 (1P) 630 (1P) 630 (1P) 800 (2P) 800 (2P) 1250 (2P) 1250 (2P)400 (2P) 400 (2P) 630 (2P) 630 (2P) 800 (3P) 800 (3P) 1250 (3P) 1250 (3P)7,1 8,5 20 30330 330 330 154

5000 6000 10000 150005000 6000 10000 (3) 15000 (3)

1930 2320 6300 9450n n n n15000 15000 12000 15000

15000 15000 10000 100006000(12000-In/2) 4000(8000-In/2) 1500(3000-In/2) 1500(3000-In/2)

6000(12000-In/2) 4000(8000-In/2) 1500(3000-In/2) 1500(3000-In/2)

yes yes yes yesIII III III III

n nn n n n

n n n n

n n n nn nn n n n

n n n nn nn nn nn n

n n n nn n n nn n n nn n n n

n n n nn n n n

n n n nn n n nn n n n

140 x 255 x 110 140 x 255 x 110 374 x 210 x 172 374 x 210 x 172185 x 255 x 110 185 x 255 x 110 374 x 280 x 172 374 x 280 x 1725,2 5,2 13 136,8 6,8 17 17

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Switch-disconnectorsCompact CM

Compact CM switch-disconnectorsNumber of poles

Electrical characteristics as defined by IEC 60947-1 / 60947-3Conventional thermal current (A) Ith at 40 °CRated insulation level (V) UiImpulse-withstand voltage (kV) UimpRated operational voltage (V) Ue AC 50/60 HzRated operational current (A) Ie AC23A 660 VShort-circuit making capacity (kA peak)Short-time withstand current Icw Icw (kA rms)

duration (s)Suitability for isolationEndurance mechanical

electrique 690 V - In/2690 V - In

ProtectionEarth-fault protection add-on module

(Vigirex earth-fault protection relay)

Installation and connectionFixed front connection

rear connection

Indication and measurement auxiliariesAuxiliary contacts

Control auxiliairiesAuxiliary releases (MN, MX)Motor mechanismLocking by padlocksLocking by keylocks

Installation and connection accessoriesConnection accessories

Dimensions and weightsDimensions H x W x D (mm) 3 poles fixed, front connection

4 poles fixed, front connectionWeight (kg) 3 poles fixed, front connection


0242

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Compact CM switch-disconnector


The Compact CM switch-disconnectoroffers the same complementary functionsas the Compact CM circuit breaker:n OF auxiliary switch for ON/OFF positionindicationn MX shunt release and MN undervoltagereleasen add-on motor mechanism modulen installation accessoriesn connection accessories

51

CM1600NI CM2000NI CM2500NI CM3200NI3, 4 3, 4 3, 4 3

1600 2000 2500 3200750 750 750 750

690 690 690 6901600 2000 2500 320065 65 65 6532 32 32 323 3 3 3n n n n10000 10000 10000 100005000 5000 5000 50002000 2000 2000 2000

n n n n

n n n nn n n n

n n n n

n n n nn n n nn n n nn n n n

n n n n

430 x 418 x 451 430 x 418 x 451 540 x 418 x 451 550 x 418 x 451430 x 573 x 451 430 x 573 x 451 540 x 573 x 45141 46 48 8356 61 63

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Switch-disconnectorsMasterpact

Masterpact M10NI

0523

84 Masterpact switch-disconnectorsNumber of poles

Electrical characteristics as per IEC 947-2 and EN 60947-2Rated current (A) In 40 °CRating of 4th pole (A)Rated insulation voltage (V) UiRated impulse withstand voltage (V) UimpRated operational voltage (V) Ue AC 50/60 Hz

Type of switch-disconnectorShort-time withstand current Icw AC 50/60 Hz 0,5 s (kA rms) 1 s

3 sMaking capacity Icm AC 50/60 Hz 440 V (kA peak) 500/690 Velectrodynamic withstand (kA peak)Suitability for isolationClosing timeEndurance (C-O cycles) x 1000 mechanical with maintenance

no maintenanceelectrical no maintenance 440 V - In

690 V - Inmotor control 690 V(AC3-947-4) (1)

ProtectionSTR 08 dummy unit (no protection)STR 18 I protection against short-circuits when closing

Installation and connectionsConnectionVersion drawout

fixed

Indication and measurement auxiliariesAuxiliary switches

Control auxiliariesAuxiliary releases (MN, MNR, MX, XF)Motor mechanism (MCH)Operation counter (CDM)

Installation and connection accessoriesLocking by padlock or keylock/mismatch protectionSafety shutters (VO)Interphase barriers (EIP)Partitioning fixture (AC)Arc-chute cover (CC)Terminal-block cover (CB)Door frame (CDP)Transparent cover (CCP)

(1) closing at 6 x Ie, and opening at 0.17 x Un


53

M08 M10 M12 M163, 4 3, 4 3, 4 3, 4

800 1000 1250 1600800 1000 1250 16001000 1000 1000 10008000 8000 8000 8000690 690 690 690

NI HI HF NI HI HF NI HI HF NI HI HF40 65 65 40 65 65 40 65 65 40 65 6530 50 50 30 50 50 30 50 50 30 50 5022 32 32 22 32 32 22 32 32 22 32 3284 105 143 84 105 143 84 105 143 84 105 14384 105 143 84 105 143 84 105 143 84 105 14384 143 143 84 143 143 84 143 143 84 143 143n n n n70 ms20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 2010 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 1010 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 1010 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 1010 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10

n n n n n n n nn n n n

front and rear connectionsn n n nn n n n

n n n n

n n n nn n n nn n n n

n n n nn n n nn n n nn n n nn n n nn n n nn n n nn n n n

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Switch-disconnectorsMasterpact (cont.)

Masterpact M50HI

0523

88 Masterpact switch-disconnectorsNumber of poles

Electrical characteristics as per IEC 947-2 and EN 60947-2Rated current (A) In 40 °CRating of 4th pole (A)Rated insulation voltage (V) UiRated impulse withstand voltage (V) UimpRated operational voltage (V) Ue AC 50/60 Hz

Type of switch-disconnectorShort-time withstand current Icw AC 50/60 Hz 0,5 s(kA rms) 1 s

3 sMaking capacity Icm AC 50/60 Hz 440 V(kA peak) 500/690 Velectrodynamic withstand (kA peak)Suitability for isolationClosing timeEndurance (C-O cycles) x 1000 mechanical with maintenance

no maintenanceelectrical no maintenance 440 V - In

690 V - Inmotor control 690 V(AC3-947-4) (1)

ProtectionSTR 08 dummy unit (no protection)STR 18 I protection against short-circuits when closing

Installation and connectionsConnectionVersion drawout

fixed

Indication and measurement auxiliariesAuxiliary switches

Control auxiliariesAuxiliary releases (MN, MNR, MX, XF)Motor mechanism (MCH)Operation counter(CDM)

Installation and connection accessoriesLocking by padlock or keylock/mismatch protectionSafety shutters (VO)Interphase barriers (EIP)Partitioning fixture (AC)Arc-chute cover (CC)Terminal-block cover (CB)Door frame (CDP)Transparent cover (CCP)

(1) closing at 6 x Ie, and opening at 0.17 x Un


55

M20 M25 M32 M40 M50 M633, 4 3, 4 3, 4 3, 4 3, 4 3, 4

2000 2500 3200 4000 5000 63002000 2500 3200 4000 2500 32001000 1000 1000 1000 1000 10008000 8000 8000 8000 8000 8000690 690 690 690 690 690

NI HI HF NI HI HF HI HF HI HF HI HF HI HF55 75 75 55 75 75 75 75 75 75 100 100 100 10055 75 75 55 75 75 75 75 75 75 100 100 100 10050 57 57 50 75 75 75 75 75 75 100 100 100 10084 105 165 84 105 165 105 165 105 165 187 220 187 22084 105 165 84 105 165 105 165 105 165 187 220 187 220121 165 165 121 165 165 165 165 165 165 220 220 220 220n n n n n n70 ms 80 ms15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 10 10 10 10 10 1010 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 5 5 5 5 5 59 9 9 8 8 8 4 4 3 3 3 3 2 27 7 7 6 6 6 2,6 2,6 2,5 2,5 2,5 2,5 1,5 1,57 7 7 6 6 6 2,6 2,6 2,5 2,5 2,5 2,5 1,5 1,5

n n n n n n n nn n n n n n

front and rear connections rear connectionsn n n n n nn n n n n (3P only)

n n n n n n

n n n n n nn n n n n nn n n n n n

n n n n n nn n n n n nn n n n (3P only)n n n n n nn n n n n nn n n n n nn n n n n nn n n n n n

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20 kA

ID63 A

CS120N2p

C60N30 A

C60N20 A

C60N10 A

The choice of a switch should be madeaccording, among other things, to co-ordination with the device for protectionagainst short-circuits, installed upstream.The switch, whether it be a residualcurrent circuit-breaker or not, has abreaking capacity and withstand to limitedshort-circuit currents and should beprotected against short-circuits whichdevelop downstream (electrodynamicprotection).

Caution: the switch should also beprotected against overloads.When the residual current circuit-breakerand the downstream circuit-breakers are tobe found on the same switchboard, set upaccording to the rules, the protection of theresidual current circuit-breaker from short-circuit currents can be ensured by each ofthe circuit-breakers placed downstream.The corresponding values are the same asin the case of co-ordination with a devicelocated upstream.

The following tables indicate themaximum short-circuit efficient in kAfrom which the switch is protectedthanks to co-ordination with thecorresponding circuit-breaker placedup-stream.

Presentation

Summary The table below allows co-ordination tables to be selected which should be taken intoaccount depending on the upstream and downstream devices.

page upstream device circuit-breaker/RCCB-ID upstream57 C60 NC100, C120, NG125, NS100, NS160 I 20, 32, 40-63, 100-125, I-NA 40-6358 DPN N, C60 NC100, C120, NG125, NS100N, NS160N ID 2P, 4P59 NS100/160 ID and multi 9 circuit-breakers

b An enclosure’s outgoer, where the Isc onthe busbars is 20 kA, supplies loads withcurrent ratings of 30, 20 and 10 Arespectively in single phase, 230 Vb The installation’s neutral system is the TTearthing systemb The outgoer located on the upstreamswitchboard, which supplies thisenclosure, is protected by a 2-pole C120Ncircuit-breaker.

Example Which residual current circuit-breakershould you choose to equip theenclosure’s incoming feeder?b Choose an ID residual current circuit-breaker with a rating u 30+20+10 u 60A,or an ID rating of 63 Ab Short-circuit withstand of the ID 63Acombined with C120N: the table (page 58)includes 10 kA, which is not enough towithstand 20 kAb It is possible to co-ordinate each of theenclosure’s outgoing lines since thefeeders are located in the the sameenclosure as the switchb Choose C60N type circuit-breakers forfeeders with a short-circuit withstandof 20 kA.Short-circuit withstand of the ID 63Acombined with C60N is of 20 kA and issuitable.

Co-ordinationModular switches and residualcurrent circuit-breakers

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Protection by circuit-breaker Short-circuit current withstand of the circuit-breaker-switch combination(kA rms)

circuit-breakerC60 NC100 C120 NG125 NS100 NS160a N H L H N H a N H L N H L N H L

6,5 6,5 6,5 6,5 3 3 4,5 4,5 4,5 4,5 4,55,5 5,5 5,5 5,5 3 3 4,5 4,5 4,5 4,5 4,57 7 7 7 5 5 6,5 6,5 6,5 6,5 6,5

7 7 15 15 15 15 1510 20 30 40 10 10 15 10 15 15 15 6 6 6 6 6 6

20 30 30 10 10 15 10 15 15 15 6 6 6 6 6 6

20 20 30 20 50 70 100 70 85 100 70 85 10020 20 30 20 50 70 100 70 85 100 70 85 100

20 30 20 50 70 100 70 85 100

4,5 4,5 4,5 4,5 2 2 3 3 3 3 34 4 4 4 2 2 3 3 3 3 35 5 5 5 3 3 6 6 6 6 6

5 5 10 10 10 10 105 10 15 20 7 7 7 15 15 4 4

10 15 15 7 7 7 15 15 4 4

10 10 16 16 25 36 50 25 36 36 25 25 2510 10 16 16 25 36 50 25 70 70 36 70 70

10 16 16 25 36 50 36 70 70

10 10 10 10 10 16 16 25 36 50 25 36 36 25 25 2510 10 10 10 10 16 16 25 36 50 25 36 36 25 25 25

10 10 16 16 25 36 50 25 70 70 36 70 7010 10 16 16 25 36 50 36 70 7010 10 16 16 25 36 50 36 70 70

upstream

downstreamMulti 9 switch (240 V)

l 20l 32l 40 - 63l 100 - 125I-NA 40I-NA 63NG125NA

63 - 80 A100 A125 A

Multi 9 switch (415 V)l 20l 32l 40 - 63l 100 - 125I-NA 40I-NA 63NG125NA

63 - 80 A100 A125 A

Interpact switch (415 V)INS40INS63INS100INS125INS160

CoordinationUpstream: circuit-breakers or fusesDownstream: modular switches

Breaking capacity of switches (kA)

circuit-breakerC60 NC100 C120 NG125a N H L H N H N H L

21 42 63 84 42 42 63 105 154 22021 42 63 63 42 42 63 105 154 220

42 63 105 154 220

10,5 21 32 42 21 21 32 53 75 10510,5 21 32 32 21 21 32 53 75 105

21 21 32 53 75 10521 32 53 75 105

upstream

downstreamSwitch (240 V AC)

y 40 A50/63 A100/125 A

Switch (415 V AC)y 40 A50/63 A100 A125 A

upstreamIn (A)

downstreamt ype

l 20l 32I 63l 100I-NA 40 (1)

I-NA 63 (1)

gG fuse20 32 40 63 100 short-circuit current withstand

(kA rms) of switches

8 2,58 2,5

10 4,66 6,5

80 30 20 430 20 4

Protection by fuse gG Short-circuit current withstand of switches (I and I-NA) in kA (rms)

(1) kA rms

b Use a circuit-breaker with the same rating as the switch

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400 V/415 V network (or IT earthing system) 230 V/240 V network2P switch 4P switch25 40 63 80 100-125 25 40 63 80 100-125

100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 8080 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 5050 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 3030 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 3020 20 20 20 30 20 20 20 20 2020 20 20 20 30 10 10 10 10 10

upstream/downstream

In (A)

down./up. ratings (A)gG upstream fuses

16253240506380100

400 V/415 V network (or IT earthing system)* 400 V/415 V network2P switch 4P switch25 40 63 80 100 25 40 63 80 100

2 2 2 23 3 3 35 5 5 510 10 10 10 10 1015 15 15 15 15 1520 20 15 20 20 157 7 7 5 5 7 7 7 5 520 20 20 10 10 20 20 20 10 104 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 44 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 415 15 15 15 7 15 15 15 15 1015 15 15 15 7 15 15 15 15 77 7 7 5 5 7 7 7 5 57 7 7 5 5 7 7 7 5 5

upstream/downstream

In (A)

downstream/upstreamcircuit-breaker

DPNDPN NC60aC60NC60HC60LNC100HNC100LHNS100NNS160NNG125NNG125LC120HC120N

230 V/240 V network 230 V/240 V network2P switch 4P switch25 40 63 80 100 25 40 63 80 100

6 6 6 67,5 7,5 7,5 7,510 10 10 1020 20 20 20 20 2030 30 30 30 30 3050 40 30 50 40 3010 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 1020 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 206 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 66 6 6 6 5 6 6 6 6 515 15 15 15 7 15 15 15 10 715 15 15 10 7 15 15 15 10 715 15 15 10 10 15 15 15 10 1010 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10

upstream/downstream

In (A)

downstream/upstreamcircuit-breaker

DPNDPN NC60aC60NC60HC60LNC100HNC100LHNS100NNS160NNG125NNG125LC120HC120N

Protection by circuit-breaker Short-circuit current withstand of the circuit-breaker ID residual current circuit-breaker combination (kA rms)

(*) supply (Ph + N): case of double fault

Note: do not forget to take the derating of the residual current circuit-breakers into account depending on the ambient temperature.

Co-ordinationUpstream: fuses or circuit-breakersDownstream: modular residualcurrent circuit-breakers


Protection by fuse Short-circuit current withstand of the fuse ID residual current circuit-breakercombination (kA rms)

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CoordinationUpstream: NS100/160Downstream: Multi 9 circuit-breakers

Residual current circuit-breaker installed between an upstream NS100/160 anddownstream M9 circuit-breaker

230 V network 230 V network2P switch 4P switch25 40 63 80 100 25 40 63 80 100

6 6 6 67,5 7,5 7,5 7,510 10 10 1020 20 20 20 20 2030 30 30 30 30 3050 40 30 50 40 3010 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 1020 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20

In (A)

downstreamcircuit-breaker

DPNDPN NC60aC60NC60HC60LNC100HNC100LH

400 V network (or IT earthing system) 400 V network2P switch 4P switch25 40 63 80 100 25 40 63 80 100

2 2 2 23 3 3 35 5 5 510 10 10 10 10 1015 15 15 15 15 1520 20 15 20 20 157 7 7 5 5 7 7 7 5 520 20 20 10 10 20 20 20 10 10

In (A)

downstreamcircuit-breaker

DPNDPN NC60aC60NC60HC60LNC100HNC100LH

Residual current circuit-breaker

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Co-ordinationIndustrial switch-disconnectors

A low voltage distribution switchboard 400 V / 230 V, with a short-circuit current of 35 kA atthe level of the busbar, possesses an outgoing feeder with a nominal current of 60 A. Thewiring system which supplies this outgoing feeder is protected with a NS100H (R.B.: 70 kA)switch. This wiring feeds a sub-distribution switchboard, where the intention is to install, atthe incoming feeder, a circuit breaker to ensure that the control and isolation functions areperformed.

The short-circuit current at the level of the sub-distribution switchboard is 30 kA.Which switch is the right one ?

If the auxiliary functions such as remote control, earth leakage protection are requested, thenthe Compact NA switch would be the appropriate switch ; its coordination characteristics aregiven in the tables which follow (page 62 and following). The NS100NA switch is alsoappropriate, due to the fact that the association withstand with the NS100H is 70 kA.Furthermore, the NS100NA switch is self-protected from 10 kA upwards.

If no auxiliary function is requested - or if it is matter of auxiliary functions in the form ofauxiliary contacts, rotary handles - then the Interpact INS100 would be suitable (see tablespage 62 and following).

The table reading page 63 shows that the INS100 characteristics, when coordinated with theNS100H, become (following item) :b 70 kA for the Isc withstandb 154 kA peak for the making capacity.

Example


INS100

NS100H-L70154

type ofupstreamprotection

switchtype andits characteristics(after coordination)

makingcapacity

Isc

1 = 60 A

Icc = 35 kA

Icc = 35 kA

coordination

NS100H

Reading of tables(pages 62/63)

The rating of the INS100 is compatible with the line's nominal current: 60 A.

By coordination:b Isc withstand is more than sufficient: 70 kAb Making capacity on the peak Isc 154 kA is considerably higher than the requirement.Note : for Isc = 30 kA, Imax peak ~ 75 kA.

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Interpact INS switch-disconnectors / upstream protectionBy circuit breaker type / max. rating (A)380/415 V Isc max. kA rms

making capacity kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peak

By circuit breaker type / max. rating (A)440/480 V (*) Isc max. kA rms

making capacity kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peak

By circuit breaker type / max. rating (A)500 V (INS40 to INS80) Isc max. kA rms500/525 V (INS100 to INS160) making capacity kA peak

type / max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peak

By circuit breaker type / max. rating (A)690 V Isc max. kA rms

making capacity kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peak

By fuse type aM (1) / max. rating (A)500 V Isc max. kA rms

making capacity kA peaktype gG (2) / max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peaktype gG (1) / max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peaktype BS (2) / max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peaktype BS (1) / max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peak

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INS40 INS63 INS80 INS100 INS125 INS160NS100N / 40 NS100N / 63 NS100N / 80 NS100N / 100 - -25 25 25 25 - -52 52 52 52 - -NS100H-L / 40 NS100H-L / 63 NS100H-L / 80 NS100H-L / 100 - -36 36 36 70 - -75 75 75 154 - -NS160N / 40 NS160N / 63 NS160N / 80 NS160-250N / 100 NS160-250N / 125 NS160-250N / 16025 25 25 36 36 3652 52 52 75 75 75NS160H-L / 40 NS160H-L / 63 NS160H-L / 80 NS160-250H-L / 100 NS160-250H-L / 125 NS160-250H-L /16025 25 25 70 70 7052 52 52 154 154 154NSC100N / 40 NSC100N / 63 NSC100N / 80 NSC100N / 100 - -18 18 18 18 - -37 37 37 37 - -NG125N / 40 NG125N / 63 NG125N / 80 NG125N / 100 NG125N / 125 -25 25 25 25 25 -52 52 52 52 52 -NG125H / 40 NG125H / 63 NG125H / 80 - - -36 36 36 - - -75 75 75 - - -NG125L / 40 NG125L / 63 NG125L / 80 - - -50 50 50 - - -105 105 105 - - -NSA160N / 40 NSA160N / 63 NSA160N / 80 NSA160N / 100 NSA160N / 125 NS160N / 16030 30 30 30 30 3063 63 63 63 63 63NS100N / 40 NS100N / 63 NS100N / 80 NS100N / 100 - -25 25 25 25 - -52 52 52 52 - -NS100H-L / 40 NS100H-L / 63 NS100H-L / 80 NS100H-L / 100 - -35 35 35 65 - -73 73 73 143 - -NS160N / 40 NS160N / 63 NS160N / 80 NS160-250N / 100 NS160-250N / 125 NS160-250N / 16025 25 25 35 35 3552 52 52 73 73 73NS160H-L / 40 NS160H-L / 63 NS160H-L / 80 NS160-250H-L / 100 NS160-250H-L / 125 NS160-250H-L /16025 25 25 65 65 6552 52 52 143 143 143NSC100N / 40 NSC100N / 63 NSC100N / 80 NSC100N / 100 - -18 18 18 18 - -37 37 37 37 - -NS100N / 40 NS100N / 63 NS100N / 80 NS100N / 100 - -18 18 18 18 - -36 36 36 36 - -NS100H-L / 40 NS100H-L / 63 NS100H-L / 80 NS100H-L / 100 - -18-25 18-25 18-25 35-100 - -36-53 36-53 36-53 73-220 - -NS160N / 40 NS160N / 63 NS160N / 80 NS160-250N / 100 NS160-250N / 125 NS160-250N / 16015 15 15 22 22 2230 30 30 46 46 46NS160H-L / 40 NS160H-L / 63 NS160H-L / 80 NS160-250H-L / 100 NS160-250H-L / 125 NS160-250H-L /16015 15 15 22 22 2230 30 30 46 46 46NSC100N / 40 NSC100N / 63 NSC100N / 80 NSC100N / 100 - -10 10 10 10 - -17 17 17 17 - -- - - NS100N / 100 - -- - - 8 - -- - - 14 - -- - - NS100H-L / 100 - -- - - 10-75 - -- - - 17-165 - -- - - NS160-250N / 100 NS160-250N / 125 NS160-250N / 160- - - 8 8 8- - - 14 14 14- - - NS160-250H-L / 100 NS160-250H-L / 125 NS160-250H-L /160- - - 10-20 10-20 10-20- - - 17-40 17-40 17-4040 63 80 100 125 16080 80 80 80 55 33176 176 176 176 121 6932 50 63 80 100 125100 100 100 100 100 100220 220 220 220 220 220125 125 125 160 160 160100 100 100 100 100 100220 220 220 220 220 22032 50 and 32M50 63 and 32M63 80 and 63M80 100 and 63M100 125 and 100M12580 80 80 80 80 80176 176 176 176 176 176125 and 100M125 125 and 100M125 125 and 100M125 160 and 100M160 160 and 100M160 160 and 100M16080 80 80 80 80 80176 176 176 176 176 176

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By circuit breaker type / max. rating (A)380/415 V Isc max. kA rms

making capacity kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peak




making capacity kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max.making capacity kA peak





By fuse type aM (1) max. rating (A)500 V Isc max. kA rms

making capacity kA peaktype gG (2) max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peaktype gG (1) max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peaktype BS (2) max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peaktype BS (1) max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peak

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INS250-100 INS250-160 INS250-200 INS250 INS320 INS400INV100 INV160 INV200 INV250 INV320 INV400NS100-160-250N/100 NS160-250N/160 NS250N/200 NS250N/250 NS400-630N/320 NS400-630N/40025-36-36 36 36 36 45 4553-75-75 75 75 75 94 94NS100-160-250H/100 NS160-250H/160 NS250H/200 NS250H/250 NS400-630H/320 NS400-630H/40070 70 70 70 70 70154 154 154 154 154 154NS100-160-250L/100 NS160-250L/160 NS250L/200 NS250L/250 NS400-630L/320 NS400-630L/400150 150 150 150 150 150330 330 330 330 330 330NS100-160-250N/100 NS160-250N/160 NS250N/200 NS250N/250 NS400-630N/320 NS400-630N/40025-25-35 35 35 35 42 4253-53-73 73 73 73 88 88NS100-160-250H/100 NS160-250H/160 NS250H/200 NS250H/250 NS400-630H/320 NS400-630H/40065 65 65 65 65 65143 143 143 143 143 143NS100-160-250L/100 NS160-250L/160 NS250L/200 NS250L/250 NS400-630L/320 NS400-630L/400130 130 130 130 130 130286 286 286 286 286 286NS100-160-250N/100 NS160-250N/160 NS250N/200 NS250N/250 NS400-630N/320 NS400-630N/40018 30 30 30 30 3036 63 63 63 63 63NS100-160-250H/100 NS160-250H/160 NS250H/200 NS250H/250 NS400-630H/320 NS400-630H/40050 50 50 50 50 50105 105 105 105 105 105NS100-160-250L/100 NS160-250L/160 NS250L/200 NS250L/250 NS400-630L/320 NS400-630L/400kA rms 100-70-70 70 70 70 100-70 100-70220-154-154 154 154 154 220-154 220-154NS100-160-250N/100 NS160-250N/160 NS250N/200 NS250N/250 NS400-630N/320 NS400-630N/40018 22 22 22 22 2236 46 46 46 46 46NS100-160-250H/100 NS160-250H/160 NS250H/200 NS250H/250 NS400-630H/320 NS400-630H/40035 35 35 35 35 3573 73 73 73 73 73NS100-160-250L/100 NS160-250L/160 NS250L/200 NS250L/250 NS400-630L/320 NS400-630L/400100-50-50 50 50 50 100-50 100-50220-105-105 105 105 105 220-105 220-105NS100-160-250N/100 NS160-250N/160 NS250N/200 NS250N/250 NS400-630N/320 NS400-630N/4008 8 8 8 10 1014 14 14 14 17 17NS100-160-250H/100 NS160-250H/160 NS250H/200 NS250H/250 NS400-630H/320 NS400-630H/40010 10 10 10 20 2017 17 17 17 40 40NS100-160-250L/100 NS160-250L/160 NS250L/200 NS250L/250 NS400-630L/320 NS400-630L/40075-20-20 20 20 20 75-35 75-35165-40-40 40 40 40 165-73 165-73100 160 200 250 320 400100 100 100 100 100 100220 220 220 220 220 22080 125 160 160 250 315100 100 100 100 100 100220 220 220 220 220 220100 160 200 200 320 400100 100 100 100 100 100220 220 220 220 220 22080 and 63M80 125 and 100M125 160 and 100M160 200 and 100M200 250 and 200M250 315 and 200M31580 80 80 80 80 80176 176 176 176 176 176250 and 200M250 250 and 200M250 250 and 200M250 250 and 200M250 355 and 315M355 355 and 315M35580 80 80 80 80 80176 176 176 176 176 176

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By fuse type aM (1) max. rating (A)500 V Isc max. kA rms

making capacity kA peaktype gG (2) max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peaktype gG (1) max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peaktype BS (2) max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peaktype BS (1) max. rating (A)Isc max. kA rmsmaking capacity kA peak

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INS500 / INV500 INS630 / INV630 IN1000 IN1600 IN2500NS630N/500 NS630N/630 C1001-1251N/1000 CM / 1600 CM / 160045 45 40 35 3594 94 84 73 73NS630H/500 NS630H/630 C1001-1251H/1000 Masterpact / 1600 Masterpact / 250070 70 40 35 50154 154 84 75 105NS630L/500 NS630L/630 C1001L/1000 - -150 150 80 - -330 330 176 - -NS630N/500 NS630N/630 C1001-1251N/1000 CM / 1600 -42 42 40 35 -88 88 84 73 -NS630H/500 NS630H/630 C1001-1251H/1000 Masterpact / 1600 Masterpact / 250065 65 40 35 50143 143 84 75 105NS630L/500 NS630L/630 - - -130 130 - - -286 286 - - -NS630N/500 NS630N/630 C1001-1251N/1000 CM / 1600 CM / 250030 30 35 35 5063 63 73 73 105NS630H/500 NS630H/630 C1001-1251H/1000 Masterpact / 1600 Masterpact / 250050 50 35 35 50105 105 73 73 105NS630L/500 NS630L/630 C1001L/1000 - -70 70 35 - -154 154 73 - -NS630N/500 NS630N/630 C1001-1251N/1000 CM / 1600 CM / 250022 22 35 35 5046 46 73 73 105NS630H/500 NS630H/630 C1001-1251H/1000 Masterpact / 1600 Masterpact / 250035 35 35 35 5073 73 73 73 105NS630L/500 NS630L/630 C1001L/1000 - -50 50 35 - -105 105 73 - -NS630N/500 NS630N/630 C1001-1251N/1000 CM / 1600 -10 10 25 35 -17 17 53 73 -NS630H/500 NS630H/630 C1001-1251H/1000 Masterpact / 1600 Masterpact / 250020 20 40 35 5042 42 42 73 105NS630L/500 NS630L/630 - - -35 35 - - -73 73 - - -500 500 - - -100 100 - - -220 220 - - -400 500 - - -100 100 - - -220 220 - - -500 630 - - -100 100 - - -220 220 - - -400 500 - - -80 80 - - -176 176 - - -450 and 400M450 450 and 400M450 - - -80 80 - - -176 176 - - -

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Compact switch-disconnectors / upstream protectionBy circuit breaker type / max. rating (A)

Isc max. (380/415 V) kA rmsmaking capacity (380/415 V) kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max. (380/415 V) kA rmsmaking capacity (380/415 V) kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max. (380/415 V) kA rmsmaking capacity (380/415 V) kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max. (380/415 V) kA rmsmaking capacity (380/415 V) kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max. (380/415 V) kA rmsmaking capacity (380/415 V) kA peak

By fuse type aM (1) max. rating (A)Isc max. (500 V) kA rmsmaking capacity (500 V) kA peaktype gl (2) max. rating (A)Isc max. (500 V) kA rmsmaking capacity (500 V) kA peaktype gl (1) max. rating (A)Isc max. (500 V) kA rmsmaking capacity (500 V) kA peaktype BS (2) max. rating (A)Isc max. (500 V) kA rmsmaking capacity (500 V) kA peaktype BS (1) max. rating (A)Isc max. (500 V) kA rmsmaking capacity (500 V) kA peak

Compact switch-disconnectors / upstream protection NS400NABy circuit breaker type / max. rating (A)

Isc max. (380/415 V) kA rmsmaking capacity (380/415 V) kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max. (380/415 V) kA rmsmaking capacity (380/415 V) kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max. (380/415 V) kA rmsmaking capacity (380/415 V) kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max. (380/415 V) kA rmsmaking capacity (380/415 V) kA peaktype / max. rating (A)Isc max. (380/415 V) kA rmsmaking capacity (380/415 V) kA peak

By fuse type aM (1) / max. rating (A)Isc max. (500 V) kA rmsmaking capacity (500 V) kA peaktype gl (2) max. rating (A)Isc max. (500 V) kA rmsmaking capacity (500 V) kA peaktype gl (1) max. rating (A)Isc max. (500 V) kA rmsmaking capacity (500 V) kA peaktype BS (2) / max. rating (A)Isc max. (500 V) kA rmsmaking capacity (500 V) kA peaktype BS (1) / max. rating (A)Isc max. (500 V) kA rmsmaking capacity (500 V) kA peak

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(1) mandatory protection by an external thermal(2) no external thermal protection

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NSA125NA NSA160NA NS100NA NS160NA NS250NANS160N / 125 NS160N / 160 NS100N / 100 NS160-250N / 160 NS250N / 25036 36 25 36 3675 75 52 75 75NS160H / 125 NS160H / 160 NS160-250N / 100 NS160-250H / 160 NS250H / 25070 70 36 70 70154 154 75 154 154NS160L / 125 NS160L / 160 NS100-250H / 100 NS160-250L / 160 NS250L / 250150 150 70 150 150330 330 154 330 330NSA160N / 125 NSA160N / 160 NS100-250L / 100 NSA160N / 160 -30 30 150 30 -63 63 330 63 -- - NSA160N / 100 - -- - 30 - -- - 63 - -125 160 100 160 25055 33 80 33 100121 69 176 69 220100 125 80 125 200100 100 100 100 100220 220 220 220 220160 160 160 160 250100 100 100 100 100220 220 220 220 220100 and 63M100 125 and 100M125 80 and 63M80 125 and 100M125 200 and 100M20080 80 80 80 80176 176 176 176 -160 and 100M160 160 and 100M160 160 and 100M160 160 and 100M160 250 and 200M25080 80 80 80 80176 176 176 176 176

NS630NA C801NI C1251NINS400-630N / 400 NS630N / 630 C801-1251N / 800 C1251N / 125045 45 50 5094 94 105 105NS400-630H / 400 NS630H / 630 C801-1251H / 800 C1251H / 125070 70 70 70154 154 154 154NS400-630L / 400 NS630L / 630 C801-1001L / 800 -150 150 150 -330 330 330 -- - - -- - - -- - - -- - - -- - - -- - - -400 500 - -100 100 - -220 220 - -315 500 - -100 100 - -220 220 - -400 630 - -100 100 - -220 220 - -315 and 200M315 500 - -80 80 - -176 176 - -355 and 315M355 450 and 400M450 - -80 80 - -176 176 - -

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