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  • Page 1 System Manual 1. Edition sirius...
  • Page 2 Brands SIMATIC®, SIMATIC HMI® and SIMATIC NET® are brands of SIEMENS AG. Some other designations used in these documents are also brands; the owner's rights may be violated if they are used by third parties for their own purposes.
  • Page 3 IEC 60 947-2 ....... 2-65 SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Actuating systems ........3-12 3.2.2 Short-circuit protection of the SIRIUS contactors ....3-12 3.2.3 Operation .
  • Page 5 Accessories for the individual devices ......5.4.2 Accessories specifically for the SIRIUS 3RA fuseless load feeder ..5.4.3 Instructions for self-assembly .
  • Page 6 Application and use ........8-18 SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 7 Specifications in acc. with NEMA ......8-52 Index Index-1 SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 8 SIRIUS system........
  • Page 9 Figure 3-33: Switching of the auxiliary contact elements......3-56 Figure 3-34: Auxiliary contacts, contactors for switching motors (frame size S00) ... 3-58 SIRIUS System Manual viii GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 10 Figure 3-85: 3RT13 1, 3RT15 1 (frame size S00) ....... . 3-101 SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 11 Figure 4-26: 3RU11 and 3RB10 device circuit diagrams ......4-31 SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 12 3RP10 00 (multifunctional) function setting ......Figure 7-5: 3RP15 05 (multifunctional) operating time adjustment ....7-11 SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 13 Figure 8-25: Reductions as a function of site altitude ......8-50 SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 14 4-pole contactors and auxiliary contacts ......3-22 Table 3-13: 4-pole reversing contactor combination with front interlock (frame size S0) ..3-23 SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 15 Operating limits of time-delayed overload releases in the case of an all-pole load . . Table 4-3: SIRIUS overload relays, configuration and functions ....Table 4-4: Assignment of the overload relays to the contactors .
  • Page 16 3RW3 motor ratings in acc. with NEMA at 60° C ..... . 8-52 SIRIUS System Manual xvii GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 17 1-17 1.5.3 Cage Clamp terminals 1-18 1.5.4 Connection cross-sections 1-20 Communication 1-22 Communication-capable low-voltage switching 1.6.1 1-22 technology Parameterization of PROFIBUS-DP and bus-capable 1.6.2 1-23 low-voltage switching devices 1.6.3 Actuator-sensor interface (AS-Interface) 1-23 SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 18 3RW3 semiconductor motor control devices (referred to below as soft starters) under the name SIRIUS for the large and continuously growing number of motor drives in the range up to 45 kW.
  • Page 19 European rules). The statutory basis for this is the Official Journal of the European Union (no. 95/C2 15/02 of 19.08.1995). Siemens SIRIUS switching devices are tested and certified twice: Certificate 1 Test certificate from KEMA in the same way as before (valid until 2003) in acc.
  • Page 20 KEMA, which is a testing institute that enjoys worldwide recognition, is a KEMA certified European institute with many years of experience of testing for explosion protection. For support in export matters, KEMA also works with testing stations throughout the world. SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 21: Figure 1-1: Sirius System

    System overview 1.2 Overview: Range of devices SIRIUS system The SIRIUS product range consists of 3RV circuit breakers, 3RT contactors, 3RH/3RT auxiliary contactors and contactor relays, 3RU thermal overload relays, 3RB10/3RB12 electronic overload relays, 3RP time relays, 3RW3 semiconductor motor control devices (referred to below as soft starters), and combinations of these devices, which form the 3RA load feeders.

  • Page 22: Figure 1-2: Circuit Breaker, Accessories (Frame Size S00)

    4) Shunt release 5) Undervoltage release 6.1)Undervoltage release with leading auxiliary contacts (S00) 6.2)Undervoltage release with leading auxiliary contacts (S0 to S3) 7) Alarm switch (S0 to S3) 8) Disconnecting module (S0 and S2) SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 23: Figure 1-4: Contactors, Accessories (Frame Size S00)

    15) Surge suppressor with LED 16) Surge suppressor without LED 17) 3-phase feed-in terminal 18) Parallel link (neutral bridge), 3-pole, without terminal 19) Parallel link, 3-pole, with terminal 20) Parallel link, 4-pole, with terminal SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 24: Figure 1-5: Contactors, Accessories (Frame Sizes S0 To S3)

    9) 4-pole auxiliary switch block (terminal markings in acc. with DIN EN 50 012 or DIN EN 50 005) 10) Parallel link (neutral bridge), 3-pole, without terminal 11) Parallel link, 3-pole, with terminal SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 25 20) Terminal for contactor coil for setting up contactor combinations 21)Terminal cover for box terminals For frame size S3 only: 22)Terminal cover for terminal end and bar connection 23)Auxiliary connecting lead terminal, 3-pole SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 26 System overview 1.3 System features The entire SIRIUS range of devices is divided up into only four frame sizes (S00 up to 5.5 kW, S0 up to 11 kW, S2 up to 22 kW, and S3 up to 45 kW) with three different widths (45 mm for S00 and S0, 55 mm for S2, and 70 mm for S3) and has a uniform range of accessories for all frame sizes.
  • Page 27 System overview 1.4 Components and combinations This section describes the components of the SIRIUS system and the device combinations that are possible with these components. Components of the SIRIUS system components of the SIRIUS system The following table contains a list of the...

  • Page 28: Table 1-1: Components And Combinations With Accessories

    AS-Interface IP20 load feeder module - On the Profibus-DP through the following sys- tems ET 200X with IP65 protection ET 200S with IP20 protection Table 1-1: Components and combinations with accessories SIRIUS System Manual 1-12 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 29: Figure 1-6: Device Combinations

    S00 frame size as an example: Fuseless Fused load feeder load feeder 3RV10 circuit 3RT10 contactor breaker 3RA19 link module 3RT10 contactor 3RU11 overload relay 3RA13 reversing combination 3RA14 star-delta combination Figure 1-6: Device combinations SIRIUS System Manual 1-13 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 30: Figure 1-7: Contactor Combination For Reversing

    (NC contact interlock - can be removed if required) Attachable accessories: Soldering pin adapter Auxiliary switch block, on the front (only an auxiliary switch blocks that complies with DIN EN 50 005 can be used) Surge suppressor SIRIUS System Manual 1-14 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 31: Table 1-2: Mounting Methods

    • 3RP15 time relay: Push-in lugs are required for screw-type mounting • Coupling links: No screw-type mounting • Soft starters: No screw-type mounting The SIRIUS switching devices are snapped onto 35 mm rails in acc. with Snap-on mounting DIN EN 50 022 without a tool.

  • Page 32: Table 1-3: Mounting The Device On The Rail

    Table 1-4: Removing the device from the rail You will find notes on mounting the different devices on the rail in the rele- vant parts of section n.5 on mounting methods and terminal systems. SIRIUS System Manual 1-16 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 33 You can find a detailed description in section n.4 on accessories. SIRIUS System Manual 1-17 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 34 Cage-type clamping units, known as Cage Clamp terminals in the case of SIRIUS products, facilitate quick and maintenance-free wiring. Design The Cage Clamp terminal consists of two parts: •...

  • Page 35: Table 1-5: How To Use A Cage Clamp Terminal

    Insert the conductor into the oval terminal opening. Remove the screwdriver. The terminal closes, and the conductor is thus secu- rely clamped. Table 1-5: How to use a Cage Clamp terminal SIRIUS System Manual 1-19 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 36: Figure 1-9: Conductor Cross-Sections £ 1 Mm²

    ≤ 1 mm² Figure 1-9: Conductor cross-sections ≤ 1 mm² 1.5.4 Connection cross-sections Because SIRIUS is a modular system, the connection cross-sections are the same for all devices of a single frame size. The following tables specify the permissible conductor cross-sections for...

  • Page 37: Figure 1-8: Cage Clamp Terminal

    1 x (10 to 70 mm²) 2 x (10 to 1/0) 2 x (18 to 14) 2 x (24 to 14) 1 x (10 to 2/0) Table 1-9: Connection cross-section for frame size S3 SIRIUS System Manual 1-21 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 38: Figure 1-10: Communication

    BERO SIGNUM Figure 1-10: Communication 1.6.1 Communication-capable low-voltage switching technology This uniform range of communication-capable Siemens switching devices represents an innovative concept for effective cubicle automation. Commu- nication with the higher-level control system via open, PROFIBUS-DP , and AS-Interface connections.
  • Page 39 • For SIMATIC S7 masters, all the functions are integrated in the STEP 7 Parameter assignment programming language. tools • For SIMATIC S5 masters and various non-Siemens masters, the COM PROFIBUS parameter assignment software is required. • Manufacturers of non-Siemens masters offer other configuration and parameter assignment programs.
  • Page 40 Interface user compact modules have IP 67 protection. They can be used in situ without being enclosed. There are also AS-Interface modules for use with IP 20 protection in the cubicles or distributed switchboxes. SIRIUS System Manual 1-24 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 41 To participate in data transfer with the master, each node must be assigned Addressing an address before commissioning of the AS-Interface network. Addressing devices are available for this. There is an additional feature which makes new Siemens modules even Addressing an installed module more user-friendly: the addressing socket.
  • Page 42 The input and output channels are isolated. Two-wire and four-wire sensors can be connected. Differential inputs produce considerable suppression of common-mode interference. The integrating sigma-delta converter ensures high measurement accuracy. SIRIUS System Manual 1-26 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 43 This means that the system can be converted to the considerably more flex- ible AS-Interface network, which is already available, thus obviating the need for the complex, separately implemented emergency stop wiring that has been necessary up to now. SIRIUS System Manual 1-27 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 44 Rotary switch extension for door 2-28 2.4.6 Terminals for "Combination Motor Controller Type E" in acc. 2-31 with UL 508 2.4.7 Housing and mounting accessories 2-32 2.4.8 Busbar adapter 2-37 2.4.9 Isolated 3-phase busbar system 2-41 SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 45 2-58 2.7.2 Rated short-circuit breaking capacity Icn in acc. with 2-63 IEC 60 947-2 2.7.3 Limiter function with standard devices for 500 VAC and 690 2-65 VAC in acc. with IEC 60 947-2 SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 46: Specifications/Regulations/Approvals

    In the terminal area of frame sizes S2 and S3 the degree of protection is IP 00. The time-current characteristics, the current limitation characteristics and Characteristics the I t characteristics have been determined in acc. with IEC 60947 and DIN VDE 0660. SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 47 DMT certificate in acc. with directive 94/9 EC (ATEX) in preparation Nuclear power plants KTA certificate Railway vehicles DIN EN 50 155 Ships and docks Shipbuilding certificates of classes GL, LRS or DNV. SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 48: Table 2-1: Circuit Breakers, Frame Sizes

    45 mm 12 A 5.5 kW 45 mm 25 A 11 kW 55 mm 50 A 22 kW 70 mm 100 A 45 kW Table 2-1: Circuit breakers, frame sizes SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 49 This can be achieved with the following accessories: • Frame size S00, S0: protective caps for transverse auxiliary switches • Frame size S2, S3: terminal covers for box terminals • Terminal covers for lug and bar connection SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 50: Figure 2-2: Setting The Current Setting I

    360° o.k. Figure 2-2: Setting the current setting I (example: frame size S00) Warning The adjusting knob can be turned 360° clockwise. You can only turn it coun- terclockwise within the adjustment range. SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 51: Figure 2-3: Sealing The Adjustment Scale (Frame Size S00)

    You can prevent unauthorized adjustment of the current setting by placing a Sealing the adjustment scale transparent cover over it and sealing it. 3RV1908-0P Figure 2-3: Sealing the adjustment scale (frame size S00) SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 52: Figure 2-4: Tripped Position, 3Rv (Frame Size S0)

    OFF position manually before it is switched on again to avoid switching to the fault inadvertently. In the case of frame sizes S2 and S3, it is possible to switch on and off using a motorized remote-control mechanism (see Section 2.4, Accessories). SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 53: Table 2-3: Testing Overload Tripping (Example: Frame Size S00)

    Most important when selecting the correct circuit breakers are the concrete start- ing data and rating of the motor to be protected. This also applies to circuit breakers used for transformer protection. SIRIUS System Manual 2-10 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 54: Figure 2-6: Time-Current Characteristic, Chart

    20 30 40 80 x n current Figure 2-6: Time-current characteristic, chart Time-current characteristics, current-limiting characteristics and I t characte- ristics can be requested directly from your sales representative, if neces- sary. SIRIUS System Manual 2-11 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 55: Figure 2-7: Frequency Sensitivity Of The N-Short-Circuit Releases

    Figure 2-7: Frequency sensitivity of the n-short-circuit releases The increase in tripping current is approximately 30% for DC voltage. The thermal switch disconnectors do not have to be corrected when you Frequency converters use frequency converters. SIRIUS System Manual 2-12 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 56 30 times the rated current with circuit breakers in the primary circuit. In the case of 4AM control transformers with low inrush current (Siemens control transformers, for example), this is not required. 3RV1 circuit brea- kers can be used here for motor protection.

  • Page 57: Figure 2-8: Circuit Breaker With Overload Relay Function (Frame Sizes S0 To S3)

    A conducting path of the circuit breaker is switched in parallel for each fuse. If one fuse fails, the current flows via the parallel-switched conducting path of the circuit breaker and trips it. SIRIUS System Manual 2-14 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 58: Figure 2-9: Circuit Diagrams Of Circuit Breakers For Fuse Monitoring

    Circuit diagrams AC 24 ... 690V DC 24 ... 250V DC 100 ... 600V » » » » » » » » » Figure 2-9: Circuit diagrams of circuit breakers for fuse monitoring SIRIUS System Manual 2-15 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 59: Table 2-4: Suggestions For Switching Direct Current

    In the case of the circuit with 2-pole switching and an ungrounded system, it is assumed that even in the event of a double ground fault that bridges two contacts, safe disconnection still occurs. SIRIUS System Manual 2-16 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 60 IEC 60947-3 and the additional test requirements for circuit breakers with disconnector features in acc. with IEC 60947-2, they can be used with the appropriate accessories as main and emergency stop switches. They must also comply with DIN VDE 0113. SIRIUS System Manual 2-17 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 61 2 NO when the switch is in the off position. It is possible to reclose the circuit breaker because the contacts reclose. SIRIUS System Manual 2-18 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 62: Figure 2-10: Mounting The Transverse Auxiliary Switch (Frame Size S00)

    The auxiliary switches, alarm switches, and auxiliary releases are mounted Mounting the in the same way for all frame sizes: auxiliary switches Transverse auxiliary switch (3RV1901-1D, -1E, -1F) 3RV 1901-1D, -1E Figure 2-10: Mounting the transverse auxiliary switch (frame size S00) SIRIUS System Manual 2-19 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 63: Figure 2-11: Mounting/Removing The Lateral Auxiliary Switch/Undervoltage Release (Frame Size S00)

    100% (continuous) duty cycle only at AC 50/60 Hz 2) Transformer operational voltage of the lower mark of the voltage range at 0.9 (Tu = 60 °C) is valid for 5 seconds duty cycle at AC 50/60 Hz and DC SIRIUS System Manual 2-20 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 64: Table 2-7: Testing Overload Tripping (Example: Frame Size S0)

    Hook the alarm switch onto the circuit breaker. Move the alarm switch towards the circuit breaker until you hear it click into place. Table 2-7: Testing overload tripping (example: frame size S0) SIRIUS System Manual 2-21 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 65: Table 2-8: Alarm Switch With Tripped Signal And Short Circuit Signal

    Tripped postion Switch off (0 position) LED: red Switch on again (I position) RESET button (blue): RESET button (blue): press not depressed Table 2-8: Alarm switch with tripped signal and short circuit signal SIRIUS System Manual 2-22 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 66 "Manual". 3, 4 Undo the 2 screws and remove the cover. MANUAL AUTOMATIC 5, 6 Undo the 4 screws on the remote- controlled mechanism, and remove it. (Pozidriv 2). (4 x) SIRIUS System Manual 2-23 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 67 13-15 Put the remote-control mecha- nism module into place, making sure that the driver covers the knob on the circuit breaker, and screw it on. (4 x) 3RV1921-1M MANUAL AUTOM. RESET RESET SIRIUS System Manual 2-24 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 68: Table 2-9: Mounting The Remote-Control Mechanism (Frame Size S2)

    There is a risk of injury! If used as an emergency stop, it is not permissible to switch on manually. Remove the screw from the RESET lever (step Manual RESET SIRIUS System Manual 2-25 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 69: Figure 2-12: Mounting The Disconnecting Module (Frame Size S0)

    The modules are mounted in the same way for frame sizes S0 and S2. The following diagrams show you how to mount the disconnecting module for frame size S0 (3RV1928-1A): 3RV1928-1A 3RV1.2 Figure 2-12: Mounting the disconnecting module (frame size S0) SIRIUS System Manual 2-26 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 70: Figure 2-13: Locking The Disconnecting Module (Frame Size S0)

    S2 (3RV1938-1A) that protects the contacts from dirt and pro- (frame size S2) vides additional shock protection. 3RV1938-1A 3RT1936-4EA2 3RV1.3 Figure 2-14: Locking the disconnecting module and mounting the cover (frame size S2) SIRIUS System Manual 2-27 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 71: Figure 2-15: Mounting The Rotary Switch Extension For The Door (Frame Size S2)

    0.7 to 0.9 Nm 3RV1926-0B, -0C, -0M: 130 mm 3RV1926-0K, -0L: 330 mm Min. 16 mm Max. 20 mm Figure 2-15: Mounting the rotary switch extension for the door (frame size S2) SIRIUS System Manual 2-28 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 72: Figure 2-16: Operating The Rotary Switch Extension For The Door

    The circuit breaker remains in the ON position. Approx. 150 to 200 N Figure 2-16: Operating the rotary switch extension for the door SIRIUS System Manual 2-29 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 73: Figure 2-17: Locking The Rotary Switch Extension For The Door

    When the rotary switch is in the OFF position, it can be secured with up to 3 Security padlocks (e.g. during maintenance work on the system). ø 8 mm Figure 2-17: Locking the rotary switch extension for the door SIRIUS System Manual 2-30 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 74: Figure 2-18: Terminals For "Combination Motor Controller Type E

    3RV19.5 3-phase busbars or in the S3 frame size at the same time as a transverse auxiliary switch. Self-Protected 3RT1946-4GA07 Combination Controller Type E 3RV1928-1H Figure 2-18: Terminals for "Combination Motor Controller Type E" SIRIUS System Manual 2-31 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 75: Figure 2-19: Molded-Plastic Surface Casing (Frame Size S00)

    • 54 mm: circuit breaker + lateral auxiliary switch • 72, 82 mm: circuit breaker + lateral auxiliary switch + auxiliary release Mounting the surface casing Neutral/ground terminals Figure 2-19: Molded-plastic surface casing (frame size S00) SIRIUS System Manual 2-32 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 76: Figure 2-20: Molded-Plastic Bay (Frame Size S00)

    With actuator membrane and support for switch With lockable with rotary switch S0, S2, S3 With lockable emergency-stop rotary switch (red/ S0, S2, S3 yellow) Accessories Support for front plate Table 2-13: Front plates for any housings SIRIUS System Manual 2-33 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 77: Figure 2-21: Mounting The Front Plate (Frame Size S00)

    Figure 2-21: Mounting the front plate (frame size S00) Frame size S0 3RV1923-4. + 3RV1923-4G 3RV1923-4. e.g. cubicle door 3RV1.2 86,5 3RV1.3 139,0 3RV1.4 164,5 3RV1923-4G Figure 2-22: Mounting the front plate (frame size S0) SIRIUS System Manual 2-34 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 78: Figure 2-23: Accessories For The Housings And Front Plates (Frame Size S00)

    S00, S0, and S2. They contain a glow lamp and red, green, yellow, orange, and transparent lenses. Indicator lights are available for the following voltage ranges: 110-120 V, 220-240 V, 380-415 V and 480-500 V. SIRIUS System Manual 2-35 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 79: Figure 2-24: Indicator Light Installation In A Molded-Plastic Housing

    There is a precut opening on the front of the housing that can be knocked Installation out to install an indicator light: For 3RV 1913-4 16 mm 3RV 1903-5 Figure 2-24: Indicator light installation in a molded-plastic housing SIRIUS System Manual 2-36 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 80: Table 2-14: Busbar Systems

    70 mm S3 (up to 400 V) 72 mm S3 (up to 690 V) Side module 182 mm 13.5 mm S00 to S3 Table 2-15: Dimensions of the busbar adapters and accessories SIRIUS System Manual 2-37 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 81: Figure 2-25: Mounting Circuit Breakers On Busbar Adapters (Frame Sizes S00 And S0)

    S00 and S0 onto busbar adapters (8US1..1-5D) and how to remove breakers on busbars them again, using frame size S00 as an example: 8US1..1-5D 10 mm Connection module Figure 2-25: Mounting circuit breakers on busbar adapters (frame sizes S00 and S0) SIRIUS System Manual 2-38 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 82: Figure 2-26: Mounting Circuit Breakers On Busbar Adapters (Frame Sizes S2 And S3)

    S2 and S3 onto a busbar adapter: system 8US1.61-5FP08 8US1111-4SM00 6 to 9 Nm (3x) Figure 2-26: Mounting circuit breakers on busbar adapters (frame sizes S2 and S3) SIRIUS System Manual 2-39 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 83: Figure 2-27: Accessories For Busbar Adapters (Frame Sizes S00 To S2)

    • Outgoing terminal rail (for frame sizes S00 and S0 only) 40 mm Device holder Side module Extension piece Outgoing terminal rail Figure 2-27: Accessories for busbar adapters (frame sizes S00 to S2) SIRIUS System Manual 2-40 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 84: Figure 2-28: 3-Phase Busbar System

    For 2 or 4 circuit breakers + accessories 55 mm For 2, 3, or 4 circuit breakers 75 mm For 2, 3, or 4 circuit breakers + accessories Table 2-18: Types of 3-phase busbars SIRIUS System Manual 2-41 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 85: Table 2-19: Conductor Cross-Section Of The 3-Phase Feed-In Terminals

    The feed-in terminal with connection from below is clamped on instead of a nection from below circuit breaker. Make sure you check how much space you require when you order the 3-phase busbars. SIRIUS System Manual 2-42 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 86: Figure 2-29: Mounting The Isolated 3-Phase Busbar System (Frame Sizes S00 To S0)

    Mounting the 3-phase busbars 3RV1915-.AB Turned 3RV1915-5A 180° 3RV1915-6AB 3RV1915-5B S00: Cage Clamp 8WA2011-1DG30 3RV1915-.AB Turned 3RV1925-5AB 180° 3RV1915-6AB 3RV1915-5B Figure 2-29: Mounting the isolated 3-phase busbar system (frame sizes S00 to S0) SIRIUS System Manual 2-43 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 87: Figure 2-30: Mounting The Isolated 3-Phase Busbar System (Frame Size S2)

    3RV1 circuit breakers 3RV1935-1./3. 3RV1935-5A 3RV1935-6A Figure 2-30: Mounting the isolated 3-phase busbar system (frame size S2) SIRIUS System Manual 2-44 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 88: Figure 2-31: Mounting The Circuit Breakers Onto The Rail

    10) are also required. Circuit breakers in frame sizes S2 and S3 can be screwed directly onto a base plate. 3RB1900-0B Figure 2-32: Screw-on mounting of the 3RV1 (example: frame size S00) SIRIUS System Manual 2-45 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 89 You require the following to connect the circuit breakers: • Frame sizes S00 to S2: Pozidriv 2 screwdriver • Frame size S3: Allen key (4 mm) Conductor cross-sec- The typical SIRIUS conductor cross-sections apply (see Section 1.5.2 "Con- ductor cross-sections"). tions Screw-type terminals...

  • Page 90: Figure 2-33: Circuit Breaker, Soldering Pin Connector (Frame Size S00)

    Alternatively, the power supply can be taken to the printed circuit boards via cables. Figure 2-33: Circuit breaker, soldering pin connector (frame size S00) SIRIUS System Manual 2-47 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 91: Figure 2-34: Device Circuit Diagram (Frame Size S00)

    33 41 97 95 14 22 32 44 I >> I >> I >> max. 10 A Figure 2-36: Circuit breaker with relay function, device circuit diagrams (frame sizes S0 to S3) SIRIUS System Manual 2-48 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 92: Figure 2-38: 3Rv10 31 (Frame Size S2)

    75 mm rail in acc. with EN 50023 5) Push-in lugs for screw mounting 10) 4 mm Allen screw 6) Only with undervoltage release with leading auxiliary switch 11) Lockable in 0 position with shackle (5 mm in diameter) SIRIUS System Manual 2-49 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 93 10) 4 mm Allen screw 11) Lockable in 0 position with shackle (5 mm in diameter) Disconnecting module Figure 2-42: 3RV19 28-1A (for frame size S0) 3RV19 38-1A (for frame size S2) SIRIUS System Manual 2-50 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 94 3) Opening for padlock with a max. shackle diameter of 8 mm 2) Knockout opening for rear M20 cable entry 4) Indicator light 3RV19 03-5. 3) Opening for padlock with a max. shackle diameter of 8 mm 4) Indicator light 3RV19 03-5. SIRIUS System Manual 2-51 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 95: Figure 2-46: 3Rv19 13-4C (Frame Size S00)

    Figure 2-46: 3RV19 13-4C (frame size S00) Molded-plastic front plate + support ø 3,5 NSB 00042a 56,5 56.5 1) Indicator light 3RV19 03-5. 1) Leuchtmelder 3RV19 03-5. Figure 2-47: 3RV19 23-4. (frame sizes S0, S2, S3) SIRIUS System Manual 2-52 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 96: Figure 2-48: 3Rv19 18-5A/-5B (Frame Size S00)

    330 mm shaft Terminals for "Combination Motor Controller Type E" in acc. with UL 508 NSB 01228 NSB 01229 Figure 2-50: 3RV19 28-1H (frame size S0) and 3RT19 46-4GA07 (frame size S3) SIRIUS System Manual 2-53 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 97: Figure 2-51: 3Rv19. 6-3Ap0 For Circuit Breaker

    ∅ 5 SI EMENS RESET I> MANUAL AUTOMATIC REVISION Figure 2-51: 3RV19. 6-3AP0 for circuit breaker a) 3RV19 36-3AP0, frame size S2, 211 mm b) 3RV19 46-3AP0, frame size S3, 236 mm SIRIUS System Manual 2-54 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 98: Figure 2-54: 3Rv19 15-1. (Frame Sizes S00, S0)

    3RV19 15-1C for 4 circuit breakers (length 173 mm) 3RV19 15-3C for 4 circuit breakers with accessories (length 203 mm) 3RV19 15-1D for 5 circuit breakers (length 218 mm) 3RV19 15-3D for 5 circuit breakers with accessories (length 258 mm) SIRIUS System Manual 2-55 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 99: Figure 2-55: 3Rv19 35-1 (For Circuit Breakers In Frame Size S2)

    3RV1.1 19 mm a) 3RV1.2 23 mm Figure 2-57: 3RV19 15-5A 3RV19 15-5B 3RV19 25-5AB Connection from above (for frame size S00) Connection from below Connection from above (frame size S0) (frame size S00/S0) SIRIUS System Manual 2-56 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 100: Figure 2-58: 3Rv19 35-5A 3Rv19 15-5D

    3RV1 circuit breaker Connector 42,5 Figure 2-58: 3RV19 35-5A 3RV19 15-5D (for frame size S2) (frame size S0 (left) and frame size S00 (right)) SIRIUS System Manual 2-57 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 101 -> 20 A to 25 A -> to 25 A -> 32 A -> 40 A to 50 A -> to 63 A -> 75 A and 90 A -> to 100 A SIRIUS System Manual 2-58 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 102 1) Reduction in current above +60 °C 3) Connection room IP 00 5) With corresponding accessories 2) With molded-plastic housing 500 V 4) ATEX certification in acc. with EU directive 94/9/EC in preparation SIRIUS System Manual 2-59 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 103 1) After the box terminals have been removed, lug or busbar connections are possible. 2) For notes on the Cage Clamp system, see pages 1-19. 3) Use an insulation stop for a conductor cross-section ≤ 1 mm 5) Associated opening tool 8WA28 03/8WA28 04 SIRIUS System Manual 2-60 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 104 3RV1 circuit breaker Permissible rating of approved devices for North America, u s The circuit breakers in the SIRIUS 3RV1 series are approved for and can also be used in acc. with UL 508 and C22.2 No.14 with a contactor as a load feeder. You can use these circuit breakers as a "Manual Motor Starter" for "Group Fusing" or for "Group Installation" or as a "Combination Motor Controller Type E".
  • Page 105 2 NC, 2 NO + 2 NC and alarm switch Max. rated voltage • In acc. with NEMA • In acc. with NEMA Continuous current Switching capacity A600 B600 C300 Q300 R300 R300 SIRIUS System Manual 2-62 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 106 (gL/gG) (gL/gG) (gL/gG) Type 3RV10, 0.16 to 0.8 3RV16 11- 0BD10 frame size S00 1.25 12.5 12.5 12.5 3RV1. 2 0.16 to 1.25 Frame size S0 12.5 3RV1. 3 Frame size S2 SIRIUS System Manual 2-63 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 107 No backup fuse required because it is short circuit-proof up to 100 kA. A backup fuse is only required if the short-circuit current at the installation location is > I 10% overvoltage 5% overvoltage SIRIUS System Manual 2-64 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 108 No upstream circuit breaker required because it is short circuit-proof up to 100 kA 1)10% overvoltage 2)5% overvoltage You can obtain the characteristics for all the setting ranges from our Techni- Characteristics cal Assistance team by e-mail: ( nst.technical-assistance@siemens.de) . SIRIUS System Manual 2-65 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 109: Table 3-5: Safe Isolation

    Positively driven operation 3.1.3 Safe isolation 3.1.4 Explanation of terms Device description 3-10 3.2.1 Actuating systems 3-12 3.2.2 Short-circuit protection of the SIRIUS contactors 3-12 3.2.3 Operation 3-13 3.2.3.1 General information 3-13 3.2.3.2 Contact reliability 3-14 Application and areas of use 3-20 3.3.1...

  • Page 110: Table 3-33: Covers

    Covers for frame sizes S2 and S3 3-84 Mounting and connection 3-86 3.5.1 Mounting 3-86 3.5.2 Connection 3-88 3.5.3 Changing the magnet coils 3-92 3.5.4 Changing the contact piece 3-97 Dimensioned drawings 3-99 Technical specifications 3-110 SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 111 The following tables list the definitions of the utilization categories for low- voltage switching devices and contactors from IEC 60 947 (VDE 0660) an. The rated operational voltages for the various utilization categories are listed in the low-voltage switching devices catalog. SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 112: Table 3-1: Utilization Categories, Test Conditions For Ac Voltage

    • In AC-1 and AC-3 operation, 1 x I must be assumed. • In AC-4 operation, 6 x I must be assumed because the contactor also has to switch off the motor during startup. SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 113: Table 3-2: Utilization Categories, Test Conditions For Dc Voltages

    The main areas of application for auxiliary contactors are: • AC-14/AC-15 operation: switching of contactor coils, solenoid valves, for example • AC-14/AC-12 operation: switching of resistive loads, for example SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 114: Table 3-4: Utilization Categories, Test Conditions For Dc Voltage (Auxiliary Contact Elements)

    • DC-13: switching of inductive loads, such as contactor coils and solenoid valves In DC operation, the difference in stress is also determined by the L/R time constant. This must be specified by the user. SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 115: Positively Driven Operation

    • SUVA Accident prevention guidelines of the Schweizer Unfallver- sicherungsanstalt (Swiss institute for accident insurance) SIRIUS contactors comply with these regulations. The core message of these regulations is: Positively driven operation in contactors means that the NO contacts and NC contacts must on no account be closed at the same time.
  • Page 116 If the voltages 400 V and 24 V are to be safely iso- lated from one another, contactors with safe isolation up to 400 V must be used between the two points of connection used. SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 117: Explanation Of Terms

    PELV (protective extra-low voltage) has the same requirements as safety PELV extra-low voltage, except for the fact that the circuit and/or exposed conduc- tive part is/are grounded (so it is basically grounded SELV). SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 118: Device Description

    - Contactors for switching resistive loads - Contactors with an extended operating range - Contactor combinations The SIRIUS range of contactors covers everything up to 45 kW in 4 frame Frame sizes sizes. Each frame size has 3 or 4 standard motor outputs:...

  • Page 119: Table 3-7: Types Of 3Rt/3Rh Contactors

    The features are: • Standard: IEC 947-6-2 (for feeders with increased requirements) • Compact • Extremely high reliability in the entire current range up to 50 kA Table 3-7: Types of 3RT/3RH contactors SIRIUS System Manual 3-11 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 120: Actuating Systems

    • Closing power = holding power • Longer switching times Table 3-8: Actuating systems 3.2.2 Short-circuit protection of the SIRIUS contactors Section 3.7, "Technical specifications", has information on short-circuit pro- tection. Fuses and circuit breakers can be used as short-circuit protective devices for the contactors.

  • Page 121: Operation

    The 3RT10 contactors are designed for use in ambient temperatures of -25 °C to +60 °C. Some variants can be used in temperatures of -35 °C to +70 °C. The degree of protection of the SIRIUS contactors is IP20. Degree of protection Warning When the supply voltage and load are present, the contactor must not be actuated by pressing the contact support.

  • Page 122: Contact Reliability

    An important requirement is that the signal generators (auxiliary contacts of contactors, for example) display high contact reliability at low voltages and currents, while retaining their full switching capacity at high voltages. SIRIUS System Manual 3-14 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 123: Figure 3-2: Contact Areas

    Isolated contact areas Here: 13 contact surfaces Depression Figure 3-2: Contact areas The contact areas of the SIRIUS auxiliary contacts display a high degree of Contact reliability of ≤ 10 the auxiliary contacts contact reliability. Fault frequency rates of H (i.
  • Page 124 (AC-3), irrespective of the breaking current and rated operational voltage. The prerequisites are arbitrary (i.e. not synchronous with the phase relation of the control station operating the network). SIRIUS System Manual 3-16 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 125: Figure 3-3: Characteristic Curve Of The Electrical Service Life Of The Main Contacts (Frame Size S00)

    (5,5 kW) (7,5 kW) (11 kW) NSB00474a 4 5 6 30 40 50 60 80 100 (kW) Figure 3-4: Characteristic curve of the electrical service life of the main contacts (frame size S0) SIRIUS System Manual 3-17 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 126: Figure 3-5: Characteristic Curve Of The Electrical Service Life Of The Main Contacts (Frame Size S2)

    3RT1045 3RT1046 (30 kW) (37 kW) (45 kW) NSB00476a 30 40 50 60 300 400 (kW) Figure 3-6: Characteristic curve of the electrical service life of the main contacts (frame size S3) SIRIUS System Manual 3-18 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 127: Figure 3-7: Characteristic Curve Of The Electrical Service Life Of The Auxiliary Contacts

    110 V < 230 V 24 V Figure 3-7: Characteristic curve of the electrical service life of the auxiliary contacts 1) DC-13: built-on auxiliary switch blocks for frame size S00: 6 A SIRIUS System Manual 3-19 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 128: Application And Areas Of Use

    For this reason, we concentrated on high reliability when developing the SIRIUS contactor range. This includes, in particular, increased service life, high contact reliability, and the possibility to use the contactors at higher ambient temperatures in the cubicle.

  • Page 129: 3Rt1446 Contactors With 3 Main Contacts For Switching Resistive Loads (Ac-1)

    It is much less costly, however, to use the AC-1 contac- tor 3RT14 for this specific purpose. Accessories You can use the same accessories for the 3RT14 contactors as you can for the 3RT104 contactors in frame size S3. SIRIUS System Manual 3-21 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 130: 3Rt13 And 3Rt15 Contactors With 4 Main Contacts

    There are two variants of the contactors with 4 main contacts : • 3RT13 with 4 NO contacts • 3RT15 with 2 NO and 2 NC contacts You can use the accessories for both the 3-pole SIRIUS contactors and the 4-pole variants. Field of application...

  • Page 131: Table 3-13: 4-Pole Reversing Contactor Combination With Front Interlock (Frame Size S0)

    (6). 3RA1922-2C 7/8/9 Mount the mechanical inter- lock at the front (3RA1924-1A) over the two contactors. Table 3-13: 4-pole reversing contactor combination with front interlock (frame size S0) SIRIUS System Manual 3-23 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 132: Table 3-14: 4-Pole Reversing Contactor Combination With Lateral Interlock (Frame Size S0)

    (3) on the back of the two contactors. Table 3-15: 4-pole reversing contactor combination (frame sizes S2 and S3) Attention The mechanical interlock at the front cannot be used in contactors in frame sizes S2 and S3. SIRIUS System Manual 3-24 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 133: 3Rt16 Capacitor-Switching Contactors For Switching Capacitors

    This results in damping down to approximately 10 % of the undamped peak currents. Damping of peaks in the making current prevents disturbances to the network. SIRIUS System Manual 3-25 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 134: Contactors With An Extended Operating Range

    • EN 60 947-4-1 (VDE 0660 Part 102) • The requirements of IEC 60 077 They are shockproof in acc. with DIN VDE 0106 Part 100. Exception: the series resistor in frame sizes S0 to S3 SIRIUS System Manual 3-26 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 135: Contactors With An Extended Operating Range (3Rh11

    The number of auxiliary contacts that are available beyond this is listed in the selection and order data. With frame size S00, the auxiliary switch block that you may need must be ordered separately. SIRIUS System Manual 3-27 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 136: Figure 3-10: Contactors With An Extended Operating Range, Circuit Diagrams

    Figure 3-11: Contactors with an extended operating range, terminal markings NC contact 21/22 is required for the wiring of the series resistor. Circuit diagram for wiring of the series resistor NSB00562a Figure 3-12: Contactors with an extended operating range, circuit diagram SIRIUS System Manual 3-28 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 137: Contactors With An Extended Operating Range (3Rh1122-2K.40, 3Rt1017-2K.4., 3Rt102.-3K.40)

    The SIRIUS 3RH1 auxiliary contactors (frame size S00) meet these require- ments The terminal markings comply with EN 50 011 and EN 50 005 (for a more Terminal markings detailed explanation, see Section 3.4.1, Auxiliary switches).

  • Page 138: 3Rt10 Contactor Relays For Switching Motors (Interface) And 3Rh11 Contactor Relays For Switching Auxiliary Circuits

    3.3.7 3RT10 contactor relays for switching motors (interface) and 3RH11 contactor relays for switching auxiliary circuits Contactor relays are available in the SIRIUS modular system for switching motors and auxiliary circuits for the purpose of smooth interaction with elec- tronic controllers. These are variants of the 3RT10/3RH11 contactor series with the following features: •...

  • Page 139: Figure 3-13: Contactor Relays: Voltage Ranges

    S00, P = 1.4 W at 24 VDC (operating range: 0.85 to 1.85 U The power input of magnet coils for contactor relays in frame size S0 is 4.2 W at 24 VDC (operating range: 0.7 to 1.25 x U SIRIUS System Manual 3-31 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 140: Contactor Combinations For Reversing

    At voltages of >500 V a switchover pause of 50 ms must be included. AC-operated 3RT10 contactors in reversing or Dahlander mode require an NC contact interlock and a switchover pause of 50 ms. SIRIUS System Manual 3-32 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 141 • Attachable at the side (for frame sizes S0 to S3) with integrated NC con- tact for electronic interlocking Note If you want NC contact interlocking, you must use contactors with 1 NC contact in the basic unit with the 3RT1 contactors of frame size S00. SIRIUS System Manual 3-33 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 142: Figure 3-15: Star-Delta Combination, Locking Device At The Front (Frame Size S0)

    Figure 3-16: Star-delta combination, locking devices at the front (frame sizes S2/S3) The following accessories are components of the self-assembly kits and they are described in the diagrams of the relevant kit: • Lateral locking device • Mechanical connectors • Wiring modules SIRIUS System Manual 3-34 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 143: Table 3-16: Assembling The Contactor Combination For Reversing (Frame Size S00)

    Table 3-16: Assembling the contactor combination for reversing (frame size S00) Note: Electrical interlock Contactors with an NC contact in the basic unit (3RT101.) are required for the electrical interlock. SIRIUS System Manual 3-35 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 144: Table 3-17: Assembling The Contactor Combination For Reversing (Frame Size S0)

    Attach the wiring modules (4) in order to connect the main conducting paths and tighten the terminals (5). Table 3-17: Assembling the contactor combination for reversing (frame size S0) SIRIUS System Manual 3-36 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 145: Table 3-18: Assembling The Contactor Combination For Reversing (Frame Sizes S2/S3)

    Attach the wiring modules (5) in order to connect the main ¿ conducting paths and tighten the terminals (6). À Table 3-18: Assembling the contactor combination for reversing (frame sizes S2/S3) SIRIUS System Manual 3-37 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 146: Figure 3-17: 4-Pole Contactor Combination For Reversing (Frame Size S0)

    Mount the mechanical inter- lock between the two con- tactors (5/6). 3RA1924-2B Figure 3-17: 4-pole contactor combination for reversing (frame size S0) SIRIUS System Manual 3-38 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 147: Figure 3-18: 4-Pole Contactor Combination For Reversing (Frame Size S2)

    35 mm rail. tion The permissible conductor cross-sections of the contactor combinations for Conductor cross-sec- tions reversing correspond to those of the basic units for the corresponding frame size. SIRIUS System Manual 3-39 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 148: Figure 3-20: Contactor Combination For Reversing, Main Circuit (Frame Sizes S00 To S3)

    S1 "Clockwise rotation on" button S2 "Counterclockwise rotation on" button S "Right/off/left" selector switch K1 Clockwise rotation contactor K2 Counterclockwise rotation contactor F1 Fuses for main circuit F2 Overload relay F3 Fuses for control circuit SIRIUS System Manual 3-40 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 149: Star-Delta Combinations

    Frame sizes S2 to S3 are delivered already mounted on a base plate. • As a kit for self-assembly The same accessories can be used as for the basic units of the correspond- ing frame size (see Section 3.4, "Contactor accessories"). SIRIUS System Manual 3-41 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 150: Figure 3-23: Star-Delta Combinations (Frame Sizes S00, S0, S3)

    At the front front Time-delay auxiliary switch block, at front Frame size S2 Auxiliary switch Time-delay auxiliary switch block, at front block, at front Figure 3-23: Star-delta combinations (frame sizes S00, S0, S3) SIRIUS System Manual 3-42 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 151: Figure 3-24: Star-Delta Combination (Frame Size S2)

    The overload relays can be attached to the contactor directly or set up sepa- rately. The overload relay is set to 0.58 times the set current I . See Chapter 4 on overload relays for further information. SIRIUS System Manual 3-43 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 152: Table 3-19: Configuration Of The Star-Delta Combinations

    S00. This makes the following conductor cross-sections possible: • Frame size S00: up to 6 mm • Frame size S0: up to 25 mm • Frame size S2: up to 50 mm SIRIUS System Manual 3-44 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 153: Table 3-20: Assembly Of The Star-Delta Combination In Frame Size S00

    (K3) and at the same time to interlock the com- bination electrically (K3-K2). Wire A2 (8), and tighten the terminal screws (9). Table 3-20: Assembly of the star-delta combination in frame size S00 SIRIUS System Manual 3-45 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 154: Table 3-21: Assembly Of The Star-Delta Combinations In Frame Sizes S0 To S3

    (1). Attach the wiring module to the contactor undersides (2) to connect the main conduc- ting paths. Table 3-21: Assembly of the star-delta combinations in frame sizes S0 to S3 SIRIUS System Manual 3-46 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 155: Figure 3-25: Star-Delta Combination, Main Circuit (Frame Sizes S00 To S3)

    NSB00642 NSB00645 3AC 50Hz ...V 1 3 5 1 3 5 2 4 6 2 4 6 NSB00648 S2 and S3 Figure 3-25: Star-delta combination, main circuit (frame sizes S00 to S3) SIRIUS System Manual 3-47 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 156: Figure 3-26: Star-Delta Combination, Control Circuit (Frame Size S00)

    K3 Delta contactor K4 Time-delay auxiliary switch block or time relay Technical specifications The technical specifications of the star-delta combinations correspond to those of the basic units for the corresponding frame size. SIRIUS System Manual 3-48 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 157: Accessories

    Additional load module to increase the permissible residual current 15/16Surge suppressor with and without LED 3-phase feed-in terminal Parallel link (star-point link), 3-pole, without terminal Parallel link, 3-pole, with terminal Parallel link, 4-pole, with terminal SIRIUS System Manual 3-49 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 158: Figure 3-29: Accessories For Auxiliary Contactors/Contactor Relays Of Frame Size S00

    12 Soldering pin adapter for auxiliary contactors with 4-pole auxiliary switch block 13 Soldering pin adapter for auxiliary contactors and contactor relays 14 Additional load module to increase the permissible residual current 15 Surge suppressor with LED 16 Surge suppressor without LED SIRIUS System Manual 3-50 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 159: Figure 3-30: Accessories For Contactors Of Frame Size S00

    For frame sizes S2 and S3 only: Terminal for contactor coil for assembling contactor combinations Terminal cover for box terminals For frame sizes S3 only: Terminal cover for lug connection and bar connection Auxiliary connecting lead terminal, 3-pole SIRIUS System Manual 3-51 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 160: Attachable Auxiliary Switches For Extending The Auxiliary Contacts

    We recommend with the circuit breaker/contactor combination that you use auxiliary switch blocks that are connected from below. In the case of the contactor/overload relay combination, an auxiliary switch connected from above is more suitable. SIRIUS System Manual 3-52 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 161 4 contacts using attachable auxiliary switches. • The basic units of frame sizes S0 to S3 do not have any auxiliary switches, but auxiliary switches can be attached at the front or the side. SIRIUS System Manual 3-53 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 162: Figure 3-31: Auxiliary Switch At Front

    Auxiliary switch at front opening of the contactors and pulled down until they snap into place. They can be removed using the release lever in the middle. Figure 3-31: Auxiliary switch at front SIRIUS System Manual 3-54 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 163: Figure 3-32: Auxiliary Switch At Side

    Of these 8 auxiliary contacts, a maxi- mum of four can be NC contacts. Symmetry must be preserved in the case of auxiliary switch blocks attached at the side. Table 3-25: Possible auxiliary switch combinations (frame size S3) SIRIUS System Manual 3-55 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 164: Figure 3-33: Switching Of The Auxiliary Contact Elements

    Cage Clamp Screw-type terminal 3RH1921-1CD01 1 NC contact, lagging Screw-type terminal 3RH1921-2FC22 22 U, 2 NO + 2 NC Cage Clamp Table 3-27: Auxiliary switches with make-before-break contacting 1) Leading NO contact SIRIUS System Manual 3-56 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 165: Terminal Markings Of The Contactors (Frame Sizes S00 To S3)

    S00 that have 1 NO contact in the basic unit because they are coded. These auxiliary switch blocks cannot be combined with contactors that have an NC contact in the basic unit (identification num- ber 01). SIRIUS System Manual 3-57 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 166: Figure 3-34: Auxiliary Contacts, Contactors For Switching Motors (Frame Size S00)

    S0 to The terminal markings of the 1-pole auxiliary switch blocks consist of sequence numbers (location ID) on the basic unit and function numbers on the auxiliary switch blocks. SIRIUS System Manual 3-58 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 167: Terminal Markings Of The Contactors And Auxiliary Contactors Combined With Auxiliary Switch Blocks

    There is no information on the sequence of NO contacts and NC contacts in the contactor/auxiliary contactor. Note The identification numbers on the auxiliary switch blocks only apply to the attached auxiliary switches. SIRIUS System Manual 3-59 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 168: Figure 3-36: Graphical Symbols For Auxiliary Contact Elements In Acc. With En 50 012 (Excerpt)

    2 NO + 2 NC contacts Identification no.: 31E 13 21 33 13 21 31 13 21 31 Figure 3-37: Device circuit diagrams of the auxiliary switch blocks (DIN EN 50 012) SIRIUS System Manual 3-60 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 169: Auxiliary Switches That Can Be Attached To 3Rh1 Auxiliary Contactors

    8 contacts 8 or 6 contacts 8 oder 6 Kontakte identification no. 80E, identification no. 71E, 62E, 53E, 44E 40, 31, 22, 20, 11, 02 Figure 3-38: Auxiliary contacts for auxiliary contactors SIRIUS System Manual 3-61 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 170: Figure 3-39: Graphical Symbols For Auxiliary Contactors In Acc. With En 50 011 (Excerpt)

    40 E 71 E 31 E 62 E 22 E 53 E 13 E 44 E 04 E Figure 3-39: Graphical symbols for auxiliary contactors in acc. with EN 50 011 (excerpt) SIRIUS System Manual 3-62 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 171: Figure 3-40: Device Circuit Diagrams

    The following position diagrams of the auxiliary switches of frame sizes S00 Position diagrams to S3 also apply to leading and lagging contacts: Standard auxiliary switch Overlapping auxiliary switches Figure 3-41: Position diagrams of the auxiliary switches (frame sizes S0 to S3) SIRIUS System Manual 3-63 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 172: Time-Delay Auxiliary Switches

    The position of the output contacts is not defined at shipment (bistable relay). Apply the control supply voltage once, and then switch it off again to set up the initial state of the contacts. SIRIUS System Manual 3-64 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 173: Figure 3-42: Time-Delay Auxiliary Switch Block (Frame Size S00)

    1 NO and 1 NC contact 35/36 3RT1916-2G A1/A2 Star-delta function Y 27/28 1 NO contact, instantaneous 37/38 1 NO contact, delayed 50 ms Figure 3-43: Function diagrams of the time-delay auxiliary switches (frame size S00) SIRIUS System Manual 3-65 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 174: Frame Sizes S0 To S3 (3Rt1926-2E, -2F, -2G)

    Because an additional auxiliary switch block can be snapped onto the con- Terminal markings tactor, the terminals of the delayed contacts have been designated as -5/-6 (NC contact) and -7/-8 (NO contact). SIRIUS System Manual 3-66 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 175: Solid-State Time Relay Blocks With Semiconductor Output

    A1 and A2 terminals of the contactor coil must not be connected. Conductor cross-sec- The permissible conductor cross-sections correspond to the auxiliary con- ductor terminals of the corresponding frame size. tions SIRIUS System Manual 3-67 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 176: Frame Size S00 (3Rt1916-2C, -2D)

    A1 and A2 coil connections of the contactor by the plug- in contacts. Coil connections of the contactor that are not required are cov- ered by covers on the housing of the time relay block, thus preventing inad- vertent connection. SIRIUS System Manual 3-68 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 177: Frame Size S0 To S3 (3Rt1926-2C, -2D)

    A1 and A2 coil connections of each contactor, connecting the time relay electrically and mecha- nically with pins. Figure 3-50: Solid-state time relay with a semiconductor output, installation (frame size S00) SIRIUS System Manual 3-69 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 178: Additional Load Module (3Rt1916-1Ga00)

    Field of application increase the permissible residual current and to limit the residual voltage of SIMATIC semiconductor outputs. Malfunctions can sometimes occur when SIRIUS contactors and auxiliary Mode of operation contactors of frame size S00 work together with SIMATIC output modules whose residual current at signal "0"...

  • Page 179: Coupling Element For Frame Sizes S0 To S3 (3Rh1924-1Gp11)

    Figure 3-53: Coupling link (frame sizes S0 to S3) The permissible conductor cross-sections correspond to the auxiliary con- Conductor cross-sec- tions ductor terminals of the corresponding frame size. SIRIUS System Manual 3-71 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 180: Figure 3-54: Coupling Link, Circuit Diagram (Frame Sizes S0 To S3)

    L1/N: Rated control supply voltage for the selected contactor Figure 3-54: Coupling link, circuit diagram (frame sizes S0 to S3) You can find the technical specifications of the coupling link in Section 3.6, Technical specifications Technical specifications. SIRIUS System Manual 3-72 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 181: Surge Suppression

    Showering arcs can be clearly seen (voltage peaks of up to approximately 4 kV). After the disconnection procedure has been started, showering arcs occur for approximately 250 microseconds, and after that the oscillation is merely damped. SIRIUS System Manual 3-73 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 182: Figure 3-56: Circuit With A Varistor (Ac/Dc Operation)

    400 V and then slowly drops down. This represents ideal damping. Disadvantage: The component is larger and generally more expensive. RC elements are suitable for AC and DC operation. Only a minimal off-delay occurs (under 1 ms). SIRIUS System Manual 3-74 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 183: Figure 3-58: Circuit With A Diode (Ac/Dc Operation)

    Surge suppressors Without Surge suppressor With LED For S00 For S00 For S0 For S2, S3 Suppression diode Diode combination: suppression diode and Zener diode Varistor RC element Table 3-28: Surge suppressor SIRIUS System Manual 3-75 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 184: Table 3-29: How Surge Suppressors Work

    • A safe drop is always ensured in the case of switching without current. • The contact pieces are subjected to a greater thermal load when switch- ing with current. When switching at the upper current limit, this can result in overload. SIRIUS System Manual 3-76 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 185: Figure 3-59: Surge Suppressors, Installation

    Alternatively, the 3RT1926-1T.00 diode combination can be inserted from below. The direction of attachment is not coded, but the terminals are mar- ked with "+" and "-" so that the direction is clear. SIRIUS System Manual 3-77 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 186: Other Accessories

    Both LEDs light up in AC control, and one lights up in DC control, depending on the polarity. The LED module is connected to the A1 and A2 coil terminals of the contac- Connection tor. SIRIUS System Manual 3-78 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 187: Auxiliary Connecting Lead Terminal, 3-Pole (For Frame Size S3)

    The connection of the main conducting path to the EMC suppression mod- Description ule reduces the contact sparking that is responsible for contact erosion and many of the clicks, which in turn supports an EMC-compatible configuration. SIRIUS System Manual 3-79 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 188 A varistor circuit can absorb a high level of energy and can be used for fre- Varistor circuit quencies from 10 to 400 Hz (stabilized drives). There is no limit below the buckling stress. SIRIUS System Manual 3-80 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 189: Soldering Pin Connector For Frame Size S00

    3.4.7.4 Soldering pin connector for frame size S00 Description The standard contactors of frame size S00 in the SIRIUS range can be sol- dered onto printed circuit boards by means of the soldering pin adapter. Soldering pin connection is possible: •...

  • Page 190: Figure 3-65: Removing The Spring From The Soldering Pin Connection

    If necessary, the spring for attachment to the rail can be removed before the Removing the spring soldering pin connection is mounted. Figure 3-65: Removing the spring from the soldering pin connection SIRIUS System Manual 3-82 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 191: Parallel Connections

    I′e capacity category AC -4) 3 1 , 2 5 , 1 8 , Table 3-31: Parallel links making and breaking capacity 1) Voltage at each clearance between open contacts: ------ - SIRIUS System Manual 3-83 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 192: Covers For Frame Sizes S2 And S3

    Terminal cover Ensures that voltage intervals are adhered to for lug and Provides shock protection when the box termi- bar connection nal is removed 3RT1946-4EA1 Table 3-33: Covers SIRIUS System Manual 3-84 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 193: Figure 3-66: Terminal Covers

    To attach the cover for the lug and bar connection, first remove the box terminal block (1, 2, 3), and then push the cover in the guide rails. Figure 3-66: Terminal covers SIRIUS System Manual 3-85 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 194: Mounting And Connection

    • Washers and spring lock washers must always be used • The distance to grounded parts at the side must be more than 6 mm Figure 3-67: 3RT: Screw-on attachment (frame size S00) SIRIUS System Manual 3-86 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 195: Figure 3-68: Snap-On Attachment

    The contactors are designed for use on vertical surfaces. The following Installation positions installation positions are permissible for AC and DC operation: 22,5° 22,5° 360° Without overload relay 22,5° 22,5° With 3RU1 overload relay 315° 225° Figure 3-69: Installation positions SIRIUS System Manual 3-87 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 196: Connection

    +70 °C. 3.5.2 Connection The SIRIUS contactors are available with the following terminal types: • Frame sizes S00 to S3: screw-type terminals • Contactors and auxiliary contactors of frame size S00: All the terminals are also available as Cage Clamp terminals •...

  • Page 197: Figure 3-70: Cage Clamp Terminals

    5 pairs of connection terminals. The following illustration demonstrates insertion into the Cage Clamp infeeds. 3RT1916-4JA02 ≤ 1 mm² Figure 3-71: Insulation stop with Cage Clamp terminals SIRIUS System Manual 3-89 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 198 2 x (0.25 to 2.5 mm²) 1 x (0.75 to 35 mm²) 2 x (18 to 3) 2 x (18 to 14) 2 x (24 to 14) 1 x (18 to 2) SIRIUS System Manual 3-90 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 199: Table 3-36: Conductor Cross-Sections (Frame Sizes S00 To S3)

    1 x (10 to 70 mm²) 2 x (10 to 1/0) 2 x (18 to 14) 2 x (24 to 14) 1 x (10 to 2/0) Table 3-36: Conductor cross-sections (frame sizes S00 to S3) SIRIUS System Manual 3-91 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 200: Changing The Magnet Coils

    Important: Make sure that the springs between the magnet coil and the front contactor half sit straight on the mounting (4a). Figure 3-72: Replacing the magnet coil (frame size S0/AC) SIRIUS System Manual 3-92 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 201: Figure 3-73: Replacing The Magnet Coil (Frame Size S2/Ac)

    Insert the new magnet coil. Replace the front half of the contactor, and tighten the 2 screws again. Figure 3-73: Replacing the magnet coil (frame size S2/AC) SIRIUS System Manual 3-93 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 202: Figure 3-74: Replacing The Magnet Coil (Frame Size S2/Dc)

    Replace the front half of the contactor, and tighten the 2 screws again. Make sure the springs are in their correct position. Figure 3-74: Replacing the magnet coil (frame size S2/DC) SIRIUS System Manual 3-94 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 203: Figure 3-75: Replacing The Magnet Coil (Frame Size S3/Ac)

    Insert the new magnet coil. Replace the front half of the contactor, and tighten the 2 screws again. Figure 3-75: Replacing the magnet coil (frame size S3/AC) SIRIUS System Manual 3-95 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 204: Figure 3-76: Replacing The Magnet Coil (Frame Size S3/Dc)

    Replace the front half of the contactor, and tighten the 2 screws again. Make sure the springs are in their correct position. Figure 3-76: Replacing the magnet coil (frame size S3/DC) SIRIUS System Manual 3-96 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 205: Changing The Contact Piece

    (8). Push in a new movable contact piece (9). Replace the top section of the contactor, and tighten the 2 screws frontplate. Replace the identification label. Figure 3-77: Replacing the contact piece (frame size S2) SIRIUS System Manual 3-97 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 206: Figure 3-78: Replacing The Contact Piece (Frame Size S3)

    3RT1034 3RT1035 3RT1036 3RT1044 3RT1045 3RT1046 3RT1446 15 kW 18.5 kW 22 kW 30 kW 37 kW 45 kW 140 A (AC-1) Figure 3-79: Contact pieces (frame sizes S2/S3) SIRIUS System Manual 3-98 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 207: Dimensioned Drawings (Dimensions In Mm)

    2) Auxiliary switch block, attachable at the front, 1-, 2-, and 4-pole (also electronically optimized variant 3RH1921-.FE22) 3) Surge suppressor 4) Drilling pattern Distance to grounded parts at the side 6 mm SIRIUS System Manual 3-99 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 208: Figure 3-82: 3Rt10 3 (Frame Size S2)

    5) Attachment to 35 mm rails with 15 mm depth in acc. with EN 50 022 or 75 mm rails in acc. with EN 50 023 6) 4 mm Allen screw Distance to grounded parts at the side 6 mm SIRIUS System Manual 3-100 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 209: Figure 3-84: 3Rt10 1 (Frame Size S00)

    = DC 10 mm deeper than AC 1) Auxiliary switch block, attachable at the side (left) 2) Auxiliary switch block, attachable at the front, (max. two 1-pole auxiliary switch blocks) 3) Surge supressor 4) Drilling pattern SIRIUS System Manual 3-101 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 210: Figure 3-87: 3Rt133, 3Rt153 (Frame Size S2)

    5) Attachment on 35 mm rails (15 mm deep) in acc. with EN 50 022 or 75 mm rails in acc. with EN 50 023 6) 4 mm Allen screw Distance to grounded parts at the side 6 mm SIRIUS System Manual 3-102 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 211: Figure 3-89: 3Rt1626 (Frame Size S0)

    3RT1/3RH1 contactors 3RT16 capacitor-switching contactors NSB00761b Figure 3-89: 3RT1626 (frame size S0) Figure 3-90: 3RT1636 (frame size S2) 22,5 22,5 NSB00763a Figure 3-91: 3RT1646 (frame size S3) SIRIUS System Manual 3-103 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 212: Figure 3-92: 3Rt10 17, 3Rh 11 (Frame Size S00)

    Figure 3-92: 3RT10 17, 3RH 11 (frame size S00) NSB00765a Figure 3-93: 3RT10 2, view from right (frame size S0) NSB00766a Figure 3-94: 3RT103, view from right (frame size S2) NSB00767a Figure 3-95: 3RT104, view from right (frame size S3) SIRIUS System Manual 3-104 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 213: Figure 3-96: 3Rt1916-2E

    (dimensions also apply to off-delay time relay blocks and to coupling links (3RH19 24-1GP11)) 3RH19 11 auxiliary switch block, 1-pole 13.6 13,6 Figure 3-98: 3RH19 11-1AA.., 3RH19 11-1BA.. Infeed from one side SIRIUS System Manual 3-105 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 214 33.5 67.5 57.5 20 x ∅ 2.0 20 x ∅ 2.0 ∅ 1.4 8.6 8.6 8.6 8.6 10.4 8.6 8.6 8.6 8.6 57.5 8.6 8.6 8.6 8.6 10.4 8.6 8.6 8.6 8.6 SIRIUS System Manual 3-106 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 215: Figure 3-99: Contactor Combination For Reversing (Frame Size S00)

    (3RA19 24-1A) NSB00777 17.5 10 17,5 DC 125 Figure 3-101: Contactor combination for reversing (frame size S2) NSB00778 DC147 Figure 3-102: Contactor combination for reversing (frame size S3) SIRIUS System Manual 3-107 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 216: Figure 3-103: 3Ra1924-2B (Frame Sizes S0 To S3)

    140 (DC) Figure 3-105: Contactor combinations for star/delta (frame sizes S0 - S0 - S0) 169 (AC) 184 (DC) NSB00781 Figure 3-106: Contactor combinations for star/delta (frame sizes S2 - S2 - S0) SIRIUS System Manual 3-108 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 217: Figure 3-107: Contactor Combinations For Star/Delta (Frame Sizes S2 - S2 - S2)

    NSB00782 Figure 3-107: Contactor combinations for star/delta (frame sizes S2 - S2 - S2) 194 (AC) 207 (DC) NSB00783 Figure 3-108: Contactor combinations for star/delta (frame sizes S3 - S3 - S3) SIRIUS System Manual 3-109 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 218: Technical Specifications

    Rated voltage Switching capacity A 600, Q 600 A 600, Q 600 A 600, Q 600 A 300, Q 300 Continuous current at 240 VAC SIRIUS System Manual 3-110 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 219 – In acc. with IEC 60 947-4/DIN EN 60 947-4 (VDE 0660 Coordination type "1" Part 102) Coordination type "2" Unwelded Or miniature circuit breaker (up to 230 V) with C characteristic (Short-circuit current 1 kA, coordination type 1) SIRIUS System Manual 3-111 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 220 50 Hz and 60 Hz 230 V 400 V 500 V 690 V Thermal stress 10-s current Power loss per conducting path At I /AC-3 0.42 1.24 SIRIUS System Manual 3-112 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 221  400 V z’ = z ⋅ ⋅ ---- - ------------ -   I ′ U ′ In acc. with AC-3 In acc. with AC-4 Contactors with overload relay (average value) SIRIUS System Manual 3-113 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 222 ϕ 0.82 0.72/ 0.74 0.82 0.76 Holding power 7 .8 8.4 / 6.8 7 .8 7 .5 cos ϕ 0.24 0.24/ 0.28 0.24 0.28 DC operation making capacity = holding power SIRIUS System Manual 3-114 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 223 440 V 460 V 500 V 575 V 660 V 7 .4 690 V 7 .7 1) In acc. with VDE 0660 Part 102, rated value for different startup conditions, see Chapter 4. SIRIUS System Manual 3-115 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 224 Fuse-links, performance class gL/gG NH type 3NA, DIAZED type 5SB, NEOZED type 5SE – In acc. with IEC 60 947-4/DIN EN 60 947-4 (VDE 0660 Coordin. type "1" Part 102) Coordin. type "2" Unwelded SIRIUS System Manual 3-116 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 225 690 V Minimum conductor cross-section loaded with I At 40 °C 60 °C 2) Resistance-heated industrial furnaces and electric heating appliances, etc. (increased current consumption at startup of heating taken into account). SIRIUS System Manual 3-117 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 226 500 V 11.8 15.8 575 V 11.8 15.8 660 V 13.5 690 V 15.5 21.8 1) In acc. with VDE 0660 Part 102. Rated values for different startup conditions, see Part 4. SIRIUS System Manual 3-118 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 227 With AC-2   400 V z’ = z ⋅ ⋅ ------------ - ---- - With AC-3 1000 1000   I ′ U ′ With AC-4 Contactors with overload relay (average value) SIRIUS System Manual 3-119 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 228 0.29/ 0.31 For USA and Canada Making capacity cos ϕ 0.61 0.55 0.68 0.52 0.68 0.52 Holding power cos ϕ 0.26 0.28 0.27 0.29 0.27 0.29 DC operation making capacity = holding power SIRIUS System Manual 3-120 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 229 1) In acc. with VDE 0660 Part 102, rated values for different startup conditions, see Chapter 4. 2) Resistance-heated industrial furnaces and electric heating appliances, etc. (increased current consumption at startup of heating taken into account). SIRIUS System Manual 3-121...
  • Page 230 0.29 DC operation making capacity = holding power Shock resistance Rectangular impulse With AC and DC operation g/ms 6.8/5 and 4/10 Sine pulse With AC and DC operation g/ms 10.6/5 and 6.2/10 SIRIUS System Manual 3-122 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 231 Utilization category DC-1, switching of resistive loads L/R ≤ 1 ms) Number of conducting paths in series connection Rated operational currents I (at 60 °C) Up to 24 V 60 V 110 V 220 V 440 V 600 V 0.48 SIRIUS System Manual 3-123 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 232 The overload relay must not be damaged. Contact welding on the contactor is permissible, if it can be easily separated again from the contactor. 2) Test conditions in acc. with IEC 90 947-4-1. SIRIUS System Manual 3-124 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 233 (L/R ≤ 15 ms) Rated operational currents I (at 40 °C) Number of conducting paths in series connection Up to 24 V 60 V 110 V 220 V 440 V 0.27 0.15 0.42 0.15 0.42 SIRIUS System Manual 3-125 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 234 The overload relay must not be damaged. Contactwelding on the contactor is permissible, if it can be easily separated again from the contactor. 2) Test conditions in acc. with IEC 60 947-4-1 SIRIUS System Manual 3-126 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 235 2) At U > 24 V the rated operational currents I for the conducting paths of the NC contacts are 50% of the values for the conducting paths of the NO contacts. SIRIUS System Manual 3-127 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 236 18 to 19 Off delay 22 to 30 60 to 70 22 to 30 24 to 25 Protective separation between coil and contacts (in acc. with DIN VDE 0106 Part 101 A1 [Draft 02/89]) SIRIUS System Manual 3-128 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 237 2 x (0.5 to 2.5) 2 x (0.5 to 2.5) Single or multi-core 2 x (18 to 14) 2 x (18 to 14) Terminal screw Tightening torque 0.8 to 1.2 0.8 to 1.2 Permissible installation SIRIUS System Manual 3-129 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 238 500 V 20.4 690 V 7 .5 20.4 At 50 Hz and 1000 V – – – – – – – – – Switching frequency with overload relay SIRIUS System Manual 3-130 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 239 The overload relay must not be damaged. Contact welding on the contactor is permissible, if it can easily be separated again from the contactor. ≤ 0.5 kA; ≤ 260 V. 2) Up toI SIRIUS System Manual 3-131 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 240: 3Ru11, 3Rb10, And 3Rb12 Overload Relays

    Mounting 4-26 4.5.2 Connection 4-29 4.5.3 Circuit diagrams 4-31 Dimensioned drawings 4-34 Technical specifications 4-37 4.7.1 3RU11 thermal overload relays 4-37 4.7.2 3RB10 electronic overload relays 4-43 4.7.3 3RB12 electronic overload relays 4-47 SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 241: Specifications/Regulations/Approvals

    The 3RU11, 3RB10, and 3RB12 overload relays are shockproof in acc. with Shock protection DIN VDE 0106 Part 100. Depending on assignment to other devices, extended terminal covers are to be attached to the connecting bars. SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 242 EEx d and EEx e motors, sepa- rate monitoring of the control supply voltage is recommended. SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 243: Device Description

    PTC thermistor detector circuit in order to protect the load against overtemperature. This can be caused indirectly, for example, if the flow of the coolant is hindered and cannot be detected. SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 244: Overload Relays In Motor Feeders

    3RV13 circuit breakers for started combinations are available in the SIRIUS modular system for building these combinations. These circuit breakers do not have any overload releases.

  • Page 245: General Device Description

    3RU11 Figure 4-1: 3RU11 overload relays (frame sizes S00 to S2) Figure 4-2: 3RU11 overload relay (frame size S3) 3RB10 The construction of the 3RB10 is the same as that of the 3RU11. SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 246: Figure 4-3: 3Rb12 Electronic Overload Relay

    3RU11, 3RB10, and 3RB12 overload relays 3RB12 3RB12 46 3RB12 53 Stand-alone installation with bar-type transformer 3RB12 57 3RB12 62 Figure 4-3: 3RB12 electronic overload relay SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 247: Table 4-3: Sirius Overload Relays, Configuration And Functions

    Bar-type trans- former Cage Clamp terminal Yes (S00) S0 to S3: auxiliary conducting leads only Table 4-3: SIRIUS overload relays, configuration and functions 1)With 13 % current reduction, up to 60 °C without restrictions SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 248: Table 4-4: Assignment Of The Overload Relays To The Contactors

    12 times the value of the rated motor current (the current set on the over- switch load relay). The corresponding 3RV13 starter circuit breakers can be selected from part 2 of the low-voltage switching technology (NSK) catalog. SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 249 (Joule heat). Compatible heating coils and bimetals are used for the different setting ranges. Single-phase and direct-current motors can also be protected against overload by looping the motor line. Thermally time- delayed overload relays can also be used after frequency converters. SIRIUS System Manual 4-10 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 250 It is available in 4 sizes from 1.25 to 820 A. It is triggered in the event of an overload, current imbalance, phase loss, or a blocked rotor. SIRIUS System Manual 4-11 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 251 Ground faults are detected reliably in the event of fault currents of 0.3 A, 0.5 A and 1 A. These values refer to sinusoidal fault cur- rents 50/60 Hz. SIRIUS System Manual 4-12 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 252: Operation

    Frame sizes S0 - S3 The contactors of these frame sizes are equipped with 4 coil connections. It is therefore not necessary to pass through the auxiliary switch and coil ter- minals (A2) of the contactor. SIRIUS System Manual 4-13 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 253 Motors must have equipment that protects them even in the event of the failure of a line conductor. SIRIUS System Manual 4-14 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 254: Application And Use

    I = ready for operation O = tripped Only in the case of frame size S00: Terminal A2: repetition terminal of the contactor coil Terminal 14/22: repetition terminal of the contactor auxiliary switch SIRIUS System Manual 4-15 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 255: Figure 4-5: Setting The Rated Current

    (3RB10), it is not possible to use the blue reset button for a switchover between M (manual reset) and A (automatic reset). Sealing the adjustment 3RU11 3RB10 scale Figure 4-6: Sealing the adjustment scale (frame size S00) SIRIUS System Manual 4-16 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 256: Figure 4-7: Manual/Automatic Switchover

    To protect single-phase or direct current loads, all three main conducting paths must be connected in series. The minimum tripping current in the case of a three-pole symmetric load lies between 105 % and 120 % of the set current. SIRIUS System Manual 4-17 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 257: Figure 4-8: Time-Current Characteristic, Chart For The 3Ru11

    NSB00293 NSB00294 10x I 10x I Tripping current (mean values) Tripping current (mean values) CLASS 10 CLASS 20 Figure 4-9: Time-current characteristics for class 10 and class 20, chart for the 3RB10 SIRIUS System Manual 4-18 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 258: 3Rb12 Electronic Overload Relays

    97/98 / 1 NC contact: 95/96), except that it is instantaneous. The overload relay cannot be reset until the temperature in the motor wind- ing 5 K has sunk to under the operating temperature of the thermistor. SIRIUS System Manual 4-19 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 259: Table 4-7: Failure Of The Control Supply Voltage

    Reset at: tripping - Overload tripping after 5 minutes - Thermistor tripping when 5 K under the operating temperature reached - Ground fault tripping immediately Table 4-7: Failure of the control supply voltage SIRIUS System Manual 4-20 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 260: Figure 4-11: Time-Current Characteristics, Chart For The 3Rb12

    Overload Overload Test/ Class Reset 3RB1246-1EM40 G/9401 Overload Gnd Fault Figure 4-12: Electronic overload relay with analog output, front view For automatic resetting, jumper B is attached between terminals Y1 and Y2. SIRIUS System Manual 4-21 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 261 = 6.0 A I = 50% v. I = 3 A Motor Max. output current 23 mA Technical specifications Terminals "+" and "-" 100 Ω Max. load Accuracy +/- 10% Short circuit-proof and idling-proof SIRIUS System Manual 4-22 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 262: Accessories

    Manual reset remote reset module. Connection cross-sec- The values for the screw-type terminals of terminals E1 and E2 correspond to the cross-sections of the auxiliary connecting leads of the 3RU11/3RB10 tions overload relays. SIRIUS System Manual 4-23 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 263: Mechanical Remote Reset

    3RU11, frame size S00. Example 3RU11, frame size S00: 3SB1 Cubicle door Figure 4-14: Mechanical remote reset: resetting plunger, installation Removal Figure 4-15: Mechanical remote reset: resetting plunger, removal SIRIUS System Manual 4-24 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 264: Figure 4-16: Mechanical Remote Reset: Wire Release, Installation

    A sealable cover is available as an accessory for the 3RB10 electronic over- Sealable cover load relay. In the case of the 3RU11 thermal overload relay, the cover is integrated in the device. SIRIUS System Manual 4-25 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 265: Mounting And Connection

    The following illustration shows how overload relays (in this case the 3RU11) Mounting onto contac- in frame size S00 are attached to the 3RT contactor and the 3RW30/31 soft tors/soft starters starter: Figure 4-18: Mounting onto the 3RT contactor/3RW3 soft starter SIRIUS System Manual 4-26 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 266: Figure 4-19: Stand-Alone Holder, Example 3Ru11 (Frame Size S00/S0)

    35 mm rail by means of the holder for stand-alone installation. The frame size S3 can be snapped onto a 35 mm rail or a 75 mm rail. S2/S3 S00/S0 Figure 4-21: Snap-on mounting and removal with the 3RT contactor SIRIUS System Manual 4-27 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 267: Figure 4-22: Permissible Installation Positions For The 3Ru11

    45° 45° 0° 22.5° 22.5° x 1.1 x 1.1 90° 90° NSB01364 NSB01363 Figure 4-22: Permissible installation positions for the 3RU11 3RB10/3RB12 Any installation position is possible for the 3RB10 and 3RB12. SIRIUS System Manual 4-28 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 268: Connection

    = 3 x 0.5 A = 1.5 A n = 5 is recommended as a good upper limit in practice. The following graphics illustrate the loop-through system: Figure 4-23: Loop-through system, 3RB1246 SIRIUS System Manual 4-29 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 269: Figure 4-24: 3Ru11: Cage Clamp Terminal (Frame Size S2)

    The terminal clamp closes, and the conductor is thus securely clamped. Connection cross-sec- You can obtain the permissible connection cross-sections for the main and auxiliary connections of the overload relays from Section 4.7, "Technical tions specifications". SIRIUS System Manual 4-30 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 270: Circuit Diagrams

    Figure 4-25: 3RU11 circuit diagrams 3RU11 and 3RB10 Circuit diagrams 1L1 3L2 5L3 1L1 3L2 5L3 4T2 6T3 4T2 6T3 98 A2 14/22 3RB1026/3RU112 to 3RU114 3RU1116/3RB1016 Figure 4-26: 3RU11 and 3RB10 device circuit diagrams SIRIUS System Manual 4-31 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 271: Figure 4-27: Connection Example For The 3Ru11

    In the case of an automatic reset and maintained-contact operation, the motor restarts automatically. Connection example 3RB10 L1 L2 L3 STOP 0.2 to 4 sec. Test Reset 14/22 U V W Remote reset Figure 4-28: Connection example for the 3RU10 SIRIUS System Manual 4-32 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 272: Figure 4-29: Connection Plants For 3Rb12 Single-Phase Motors

    Connection plans for single-phase motors 3RB12 3RB12 Figure 4-29: Connection plants for 3RB12 single-phase motors Important The electronic overload relays with integrated ground fault detection (3RB12..-..2./3RB12..-..3.) are not suitable for use with single-phase motors. SIRIUS System Manual 4-33 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 273: Dimensioned Drawings (Dimensions In Mm)

    5) Attachment to rail (35 mm, 15 mm depth to DIN EN 50 022 or 75 mm to DIN EN 50 023) The clearance from grounded parts at the side must be at least 6 mm. SIRIUS System Manual 4-34...

  • Page 274: Figure 4-34: 3Ru11 16

    (same construction as for frame sizes S00 to S3) SIEMENS SIEMENS TEST TEST STOP RESET STO P RESET Figure 4-35: 3RU11 26-..D0 (frame size S0) 3RU11 36-..D0 (frame size S2) SIRIUS System Manual 4-35 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 275: Figure 4-36: 3Ru11 46

    The clearance from grounded parts at the side must be at least 6 mm. 5) Attached to rail (35 mm, 15 mm depth to DIN EN 50 022 or 75 mm to DIN EN 50 023). SIRIUS System Manual 4-36...

  • Page 276: Technical Specifications

    2) Terminal compartment: IP 00 degree Frame size S3 also for 75 mm rail of protection 3) Only stand-alone installation is possible for the 3RU11 16 overload relay with the Cage Clamp terminal system. SIRIUS System Manual 4-37 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 277 For the connection cross-sections for the Cage Clamp terminal system, see "Connecting the auxiliary circuit". The box terminal can be removed. After the box terminal has been removed, busbar and cable-lug connections are possible. SIRIUS System Manual 4-38 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 278 AWG cables, single- or multi-core 2 x (18 to 14) 2 x (24 to 14) s, u, U rating data Auxiliary circuit Switching capacity B600, R300 ≤ 0.5 kA; ≤ 260 V 1) Up to I SIRIUS System Manual 4-39 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 279 2 x (10 to 1/0) 1 x (18 to 1) 2 x (10 to 2/0) Ribbon cables 2 x (6 x 9 x 0.8) 2 x (6 x 9 x 0.8) (number x width x thickness) SIRIUS System Manual 4-40 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 280 3RV1321-1FC10 4.5 to 6.3 3RV1321-1GC10 5.5 to 8 3RV1321-1HC10 7 to 10 3RV1321-1JC10 9 to 12.5 3RV1321-1KC10 11 to 16 3RV1321-4AC10 14 to 20 3RV1321-4BC10 17 to 22 3RV1321-4CC10 20 to 25 SIRIUS System Manual 4-41 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 281 18 to 25 – 22 to 32 – 28 to 40 – 36 to 50 – 45 to 63 3RV1341-4JC10 57 to 75 3RV1341-4KC10 70 to 90 3RV1341-4LC10 80 to 100 3RV1341-4MC10 SIRIUS System Manual 4-42 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 282: 3Rb10 Electronic Overload Relays

    Frame size S3 also for 75 mm rail of protection 3) For the setting ranges 0.1 to 0.4 A, 0.4 to 1.6 A, and 1.5 to 6 A, it is 3 V/m. SIRIUS System Manual 4-43 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 283 AWG cables, single-core or stranded with cable lug With connecting bars (max. width) The box terminal can be removed. After the box terminal has been removed, busbar and cable-lug connections are possible. SIRIUS System Manual 4-44 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 284 2 x (0.75 to 2.5) AWG cables, single- or multi-core 2 x (18 to 14) s, u, U rating data Auxiliary circuit Switching capacity B600, R300 ≤ 0.5 kA; ≤ 260 V Up to I SIRIUS System Manual 4-45 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 285 Coordination type "2": Contactors or starters must not endanger people or the system in the event of a short circuit and must be suitable for further use. There is a danger of contact welding. Mounting on the contactor is possible after removal of the box terminal block. SIRIUS System Manual 4-46 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 286: 3Rb12 Electronic Overload Relays

    3) Snap-on attachment to 35 mm rail or screw-on attachment with xes 20 and 30 or in conjunction with the external summation current transformer accessories 2) For a detailed explanation, see "Description". 4) For screw-on attachment SIRIUS System Manual 4-47 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 287 40 x 8 Bar-type transformer connection 10 (devices ≤ • Opening diameter 25 A max. set current I 15 (devices with max. 100 A set current I • Conductor cross-section • H07RN-F 10/16 SIRIUS System Manual 4-48 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 288 (suitable for PLC; 17 V, 5 mA) Short-circuit protection With fuse Performance class gL/gG flink With miniature circuit breaker (C characteristic) Safe isolation between auxiliary conducting paths in acc. with DIN VDE 0106 Part 101 SIRIUS System Manual 4-49 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 289 U rating data Auxiliary circuit Switching capacity B600, R300 1) The assignment of the auxiliary contact elements depends on the order number suffix 2) On request ≤ 1000 A 3) Up to I SIRIUS System Manual 4-50 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 290 3RU11, 3RB10, and 3RB12 overload relays SIRIUS System Manual 4-51 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 291: 3Ra1 Fuseless Load Feeders

    5.2.2 Kits for self-assembly 5.2.3 Complete devices Application and areas of use Accessories 5.4.1 Accessories for the individual devices Accessories specifically for the SIRIUS 5.4.2 SIRIUS 3RA1 fuseless load feeder 5.4.3 Instructions for self-assembly Mounting and connection 5-18 5.5.1 Mounting 5-18 5.5.2...

  • Page 292: Specifications/Regulations/Approvals

    Only welding of the contactor contacts is permissible if they can be separated easily without any significant deformation. Approvals/test reports All the approvals and test certificates of the individual devices used in the feeders are valid. SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 293: Device Descriptions

    The 3RA fuseless feeders of SIRIUS are used to switch loads of up to 100 A and protect them against overload and short circuits. The feeders always consist of a SIRIUS 3R circuit breaker for motor protec- tion (3RV) and a motor contactor (3RT).

  • Page 294: Mounting Systems

    • On busbar systems with a busbar center-to-center clearance of 40 mm or 60 mm The following illustrations show the adapters for rail and busbar mounting: Rail adapter Busbar adapter Figure 5-1: Rail adapter/busbar adapter SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 295: Mounting Kits For Self-Assembly

    3RA1 fuseless load feeders 5.2.2 Mounting kits for self-assembly Because SIRIUS is a modular system, the standard devices fit together opti- mally both mechanically and electrically. The fuseless load feeders can therefore be assembled quickly and easily in all four frame sizes. To this end, the circuit breaker and the contactor are connected to the corresponding kit.
  • Page 296 Self-assembly on rails or busbar systems is recommended for other control voltages. • Direct feeders Auxiliary contact ele- ments The contactors of frame size S00 contain a free normally open contact • Reversing feeders S00/S0: electrical and mechanical interlocking SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 297: Application And Areas Of Use

    The greater functionality of the circuit breaker over fuses, and their suitability as emergency-stop and disconnecting switches, means that many requirements can be met more easily with a fuseless load feeder. SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 298: Accessories

    You will find information on the accessories of the circuit breakers in Chapter 2, "Circuit breakers" (Section 2.4, "Accessories"). 5.4.2 Accessories specifically for the SIRIUS 3RA fuseless load feeder The following accessories facilitate the setup and wiring of the fuseless load...

  • Page 299: Instructions For Self-Assembly

    Tighten the lower terminal screws of the circuit breaker Snap the circuit breaker and thus the feeder onto the rail Table 5-2: Self-assembly of the reversing starter for rail (frame size S00) SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 300: Figure 5-4: Self-Assembly, Rail, Direct Starter (Frame Sizes S00 To S3)

    The following illustrations show how to assemble the fuseless load feeder: • Rail mounting • Frame sizes S00 to S3 • Direct starters 3RA1911-1A 3RA1921-1. 3RA1942-1A 3RA1932-1A 3RA1931-1. 3RA1941-1. Figure 5-4: Self-assembly, rail, direct starter (frame sizes S00 to S3) SIRIUS System Manual 5-10 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 301: Figure 5-5: Self-Assembly, Rail, Direct Starter (Frame Size S00, Cage Clamp)

    The following illustrations show how to assemble the fuseless load feeder: • Rail mounting • Frame sizes S00 with Cage Clamp terminal system Direct starter 3RA1911-2E Figure 5-5: Self-assembly, rail, direct starter (frame size S00, Cage Clamp) SIRIUS System Manual 5-11 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 302: Figure 5-6: Self-Assembly, Rail, Reversing Operation (Frame Size S0)

    The following illustrations show how to assemble the fuseless load feeder: • Rail adapter • Reversing operation • Frame size S0 3RA1924-2B 3RA1923-1B (4x) 3RA1921-1. Figure 5-6: Self-assembly, rail, reversing operation (frame size S0) SIRIUS System Manual 5-12 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 303: Figure 5-7: Self-Assembly, Rail, Reversing Operation (Frame Sizes S2 And S3)

    • Frame size S2 (assembly of frame size S3 is analogous) Kits 3RA1924-2B S2: 3RA1933-1B S3: 3RA1943-1B S2: 4X S3: 6X 3RA1931-1. 3RA1941-1. Figure 5-7: Self-assembly, rail, reversing operation (frame sizes S2 and S3) SIRIUS System Manual 5-13 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 304: Figure 5-8: Self-Assembly, Busbars, Direct Starters (Frame Sizes S00 And S2)

    • Busbar adapter sizes S00 to S2 • Direct starters • Frame sizes S00 to S2 8US1 8US1 3RA1911-1A 3RA1921-1. 8US1 3RA1931-1. Figure 5-8: Self-assembly, busbars, direct starters (frame sizes S00 and S2) SIRIUS System Manual 5-14 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 305: Figure 5-9: Self-Assembly, Busbars, Direct Starters (Frame Size S00/S0, Cage Clamp)

    The following illustrations show how to assemble the fuseless load feeder: • Busbar adapter • Direct starters • Frame sizes S00 and S0 with Cage Clamp terminal system 3RA1911-2E Figure 5-9: Self-assembly, busbars, direct starters (frame size S00/S0, Cage Clamp) SIRIUS System Manual 5-15 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 306: Figure 5-10: Self-Assembly, Busbars, Reversing Operation (Frame Sizes S00 And S0)

    S00 to S2 • Busbar adapter • Reversing operation • Frame sizes S00 to S2 Kit 3RA1913-1. 3RA1911-1A Kit 3RA1923-1. 3RA1921-1. 3RA1924-2B Figure 5-10: Self-assembly, busbars, reversing operation (frame sizes S00 and S0) SIRIUS System Manual 5-16 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 307: Figure 5-11: Self-Assembly, Busbars, Reversing Operation (Frame Size S2)

    3RA1 fuseless load feeders Kit 3RA1933-1. 3RA1931-1. 3RA1904-2B Figure 5-11: Self-assembly, busbars, reversing operation (frame size S2) SIRIUS System Manual 5-17 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 308: Mounting And Connection

    You will find information on this in Section 2.5.1 on how to mount circuit breakers. All feeders can be mounted with a rail adapter. SIRIUS System Manual 5-18 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 309: Figure 5-12: Screw-On Attachment, Fuseless Load Feeder (Frame Size S00)

    Insulation is necessary so that, in the event of a short circuit of the circuit breaker, there is no short circuit to the base plate. SIRIUS System Manual 5-19 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 310: Figure 5-13: Busbar System, Mounting/Removal (Frame Sizes S00 To S2)

    S00 to S2. S00 (S0): Mounting S00 (S0): Removal 10 mm 8US1.51-5DM07 S2: Mounting Removal of the extension piece 8US1.61-5FP08 Figure 5-13: Busbar system, mounting/removal (frame sizes S00 to S2) SIRIUS System Manual 5-20 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 311: Connection

    2 x (0.75 to 25 mm²) ---- ---- 1 x (0.75 to 35 mm²) 2 x (18 to 3) 2 x (18 to 14) 1 x (18 to 2) Table 5-4: Conductor cross-sections (frame size S2) SIRIUS System Manual 5-21 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 312: Table 5-5: Conductor Cross-Sections (Frame Size S3)

    2 x (10 to 50 mm²) ---- ---- 1 x (10 to 70 mm²) 2 x (10 to 1/0) 2 x (18 to 14) 1 x (10 to 2/0) Table 5-5: Conductor cross-sections (frame size S3) SIRIUS System Manual 5-22 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 313: Figure 5-14: Circuit Diagrams, Direct Starters (Frame Sizes S00 To S3)

    I» I» I» I» I» I» 21 NC 21 NC 2T1 4T2 6T3 NC 2T1 4T2 6T3 22 NC 22 NC Figure 5-15: Circuit diagrams, reversing starters (frame sizes S00 to S3) SIRIUS System Manual 5-23 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 314: Dimensioned Drawings (Dimensions In Mm)

    Figure 5-17: 3RA11 10-..C.., 3RA11 10-..D.. for direct-on-line starting 3RA12 10-..C.., 3RA12 10-..D.. for reversing operation 1) Space above the arc chute Clearance to grounded parts at the side at least 6 mm SIRIUS System Manual 5-24 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 315: Figure 5-18: 3Ra11 20

    Figure 5-19: 3RA11 20-..C.., 3RA11 20-..D.. for direct-on-line starting 3RA1220-..C.., 3RA1120-..D.. for reversing operation 1) Space above the arc chute 2) Lockable in zero position with a shackle diameter of 5 mm Clearance to grounded parts at the side at least 6 mm SIRIUS System Manual 5-25 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 316: Figure 5-20: 3Ra1 Direct-On-Line Starting (Frame Size S2)

    3RA1 reversing operation (frame size S0) 1) Space above the arc chute 2) Lockable in zero position with a shackle diameter of 5 mm Clearance to grounded parts at the side at least 6 mm SIRIUS System Manual 5-26 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 317 3) Attached using two 35 mm rails with a depth of 7.5 mm in acc. with EN 50 022 or one 75 mm rail in acc. with EN 50 023. 4) Hexagonal socket 4 mm Clearance to grounded parts at the side at least 6 mm SIRIUS System Manual 5-27 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 318: Technical Specifications

    S3, a clearance of 10 cm 3L2 5L3 3L2 5L3 must be maintained 3RV1... 3RV1... 3RV1... 2T1 4T2 6T3 2T1 4T2 6T3 3L2 5L3 3RT1... 3RT1... 2T1 4T2 6T3 NSB01033c SIRIUS System Manual 5-28 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 319 Safe isolation between the main In acc. with DIN VDE 0160 Part 101 Up to 400 V and auxiliary circuits Positively driven operation with contactors Yes, from the main contact to the auxiliary normally closed contact SIRIUS System Manual 5-29 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 320 Permissible installation position 22,5° 22,5° 90° 90° Important: In acc. with DIN 43 602 Start command "I" right or above 1) After the box terminals have been removed, lug or busbar connections are possible. SIRIUS System Manual 5-30 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 321: 3Rh, 3Tx, Lzx Coupling Links

    Coupling links in two-tier and 6.2.2 box terminal format 6.2.3 Plug-in relay coupling links 6.2.4 Coupling links for direct attachment 6.2.5 SIRIUS 3 R contactor relays 6.2.6 Installation 6.2.7 Notes on configuration 6.2.8 Explanation of terms Application and areas of use 6-10 6.3.1...

  • Page 322: Table 6-1: Regulations And Specifications

    EN 50081 immunity EN 50082 General information VDE 0660 Part 100/IEC 60947-1 Specifications for indus- UL 508 trial control systems Specifications for indus- CSA C22.2-14 trial equipment Table 6-1: Regulations and specifications SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 323: Device Description

    In the case of input coupling links, they are to be recommended on account of the low currents of the input modules of controllers. SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 324: Relay Coupling Modules Versus Semiconductor Coupling Modules

    • Safe isolation between drive • Without circuit and load in acc. with switch DIN VDE 0884 • Silent switching operation Table 6-3: Comparison: Relay coupling modules and semiconductor coupling modules SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 325: Coupling Links In Two-Tier And Box Terminal Format

    • Very narrow design, as of 6.2 mm • Terminal system: screw-type and Cage Clamp • Labeling strip to identify equipment The 3TX70 coupling links for SIRIUS are available as both input couplers and Models output couplers, which have their terminals in different positions:...

  • Page 326: Plug-In Relay Coupling Links

    Safe isolation The drive circuit and contacts are electrically isolated. Safe isolation can also be achieved for the print relays (LZX:RT series) by means of a special base. SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 327: Coupling Links For Direct Attachment

    Following on from the technical specifications of the electronic systems, the Power consumption coupling links have low power consumption. An LED is integrated in the coupler. 6.2.5 SIRIUS contactor relays The SIRIUS 3RT10/3RH11 contactor relays are described in Chapter 3, "Con- tactors". 6.2.6 Installation Snap-on attachment Attachment The coupling links can be snapped onto a 35 mm rail in acc.

  • Page 328: Notes On Configuration

    Relay coupling link Figure 6-2: Basic circuit diagram, line capacitance The line lengths specified in the NSK catalog were calculated for a line capacitance of 0.3 nF/m. This depends on the wire used. SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 329: Explanation Of Terms

    For the insulation coordination of equipment, the standard specifies values for the rating of the creepages and clearances. In the case of safe isolation, these values must be selected by means of double or reinforced insulation. SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 330: Application And Areas Of Use

    Coupling links are selected on the basis of a number of criteria: See Section 6.7: Technical specifications • Rated control supply voltage U • Typical power input • Output elements • Rated operational currents I • Permissible line length SIRIUS System Manual 6-10 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 331: Table 6-4: Selection Criteria For The 3Rh, 3Tx, And Lzx Coupling Links

    Coupling links for attachment • Attachable directly onto the contactor to contactors • Technical specifications of the contactor to be con- trolled Table 6-4: Selection criteria for the 3RH, 3TX, and LZX coupling links SIRIUS System Manual 6-11 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 332: Accessories

    Figure 6-4: 24-pole connection lead for two-tier coupling links Connection comb The 24-pole connection comb 3TX7004-8AA00 can be used for the 6.2 mm wide two-tier coupling links with screw-type terminals: Figure 6-5: 24-pole connection comb for two-tier coupling links SIRIUS System Manual 6-12 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 333: Accessories For Lzx Plug-In Relay Coupling Links

    A flywheeling diode for surge suppression can be fitted as a module (for DC voltages) with the variants LZX:RT and LZX:PT. ing diode RC module For AC voltages, there is a plug-in RC module available with the series LZX:RT and LZX:PT for surge suppression. SIRIUS System Manual 6-13 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 334: Mounting And Connection

    Risk of injury When making connections using the Cage Clamp terminal system, you should support your screwdriver with your finger to prevent the screwdriver slipping. Figure 6-6: Cage Clamp terminals, coupling links SIRIUS System Manual 6-14 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 335: Table 6-5: Conductor Cross-Sections For The 3Rh, 3Tx, And Lzx Coupling Links

    1 x 0.5 to 2.5 mm² 1 x 0.25 to 2.5 mm² 2 x 1.5 mm² 2 x (0.5 to 1.5) mm² Table 6-5: Conductor cross-sections for the 3RH, 3TX, and LZX coupling links SIRIUS System Manual 6-15 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 336: Device Circuit Diagrams

    13 23 3TX7002/3TX7003 NSB00188 NSB00189 NSB00191 NSB00190 14 24 A2 A2 3TX7002-.A.00 -1B.00 -1CB00 -1FB00 -1AB00 -2AF00 3TX7003-1AB00 NSB00192 -2BF02 Semiconductor cou- pling modules 3TX7002 NSB00193 NSB00195 NSB00196 NSB00194 3TX7002-0AB00 -3AB01 -4AB00 4AG0. SIRIUS System Manual 6-16 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 337 Relay coupling modules 3TX7004/3TX7005 Output coupling links NSB00205 NSB00206 3TX700.-1M.00 3TX700.-1AB10 NSB00208 NSB00207 3TX700.-1BB00 3TX700.-1L.0. NSB00209 NSB00210 3TX700.-1BB10 3TX700.-1CB00 NSB00212 NSB00211 3TX700.-1HB00 3TX700.-1GB00 Relay coupling modules 3TX7004/3TX7005 Input coupling links NSB00213 3TX700.-2M.02 SIRIUS System Manual 6-17 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 338 3TX7004/7005 Input coupling links NSB00219 Last 3TX700.-4AB04 Relay couplers LZX: RT/PT/MT 12 11 14 12 11 14 21 24 NSB00248a 22 21 24 NSB00247a LZX: RT3, 1-pole LZX: RT4, 2-pole SIRIUS System Manual 6-18 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 339 41(12) (13)A1 A2(14) (13)A1 A2(14) LZX: PT370, 3-pole LZX: PT570, 4-pole (4)12 (8)32 (3)14 (9)34 NSB00251a (11) (10) LZX: MT32, 3-pole Values in brackets: Plug-in base designations Values without brackets: Contact/coil designations SIRIUS System Manual 6-19 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 340: Dimensioned Drawings (Dimensions In Mm)

    Complete device LZX: RT3/RT4 Print relay LZX: RT3/RT4 NSB00277 15.5 15,5 22.2 22,2 15.5 15,5 22.2 22,2 Plug-in base LZX: RT78625 for print relays Plug-in base LZX: RT78626 with safe isolation for print relays SIRIUS System Manual 6-20 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 341 Plug-in base LZX: PT78703 for industrial relays Plug-in relay coupling links LZX: MT/MR 35.5 35,5 Industrial relay LZX: MT32 Plug-in base LZX: MR78750 for industrial relays Coupling links 3RH/3TX 3RH1924-1GP11 3TX4090-0C 3TX4090-0D SIRIUS System Manual 6-21 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 342: Technical Specifications

    <0.1 <0.1 0.001 Leakage current of the electronic components (at 0 signal) Switching frequency at I 1 Hz 1 Hz 5 Hz 5 Hz Table 6-8: Technical specifications, 3TX7002/3TX7003 semiconductor coupling links SIRIUS System Manual 6-22 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 343: Table 6-9: Technical Specifications, Lzx: Rt/Pt

    12 VDC/10 mA (reliability: 1 ppm) Mechanical life 20 x 10 operating cycles Electrical service life 4 x 10 (resistive load at 250 VAC) operating cycles Table 6-10: Technical specifications, LZX: MT SIRIUS System Manual 6-23 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 344: Table 6-11: Technical Specifications, 3Rh1924/3Tx7090

    Rated currents Conventional free air thermal current I AC-15 DC-13 Rated operating current I At 24 V 110 V by utilization categories 230 V (DIN VDE 0660) Table 6-11: Technical specifications, 3RH1924/3TX7090 SIRIUS System Manual 6-24 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 345: 3Rp10, 3Rp15 Solid-State Time Relays

    Accessories 7-20 7.4.1 Accessories for 3RP10 7-20 7.4.2 Accessories for 3RP15 05 7-20 Mounting and connection 7-22 7.5.1 Mounting 7-22 7.5.2 Connection 7-23 7.5.3 Circuit diagrams 7-24 Dimensioned drawings 7-25 Technical specifications 7-26 SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 346: Specifications/Regulations/Approvals

    The SIMIREL time relays are approved by UL and CSA for use worldwide and tested by the GL, LRS, DM marine authorities. approval Confirmation of approvals, test certificates, and the declaration of confor- Approvals/ test reports mity can be obtained on the Internet/intranet. SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 347: Device Description

    • Safe isolation between the control and load sides in acc. with DIN VDE 0106 Part 101 • Combination voltage 24 VAC/VDC / 200-240 VAC and 24 VAC/VDC / 100-127 VAC • Single-function device for the on-delay function • Multifunctional device with 7 functions SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 348: Installation

    All the time relays can be snapped onto 35 mm rails and removed without tools in acc. with EN 50 022. Screw-on attachment 3RP10: attachment openings are integrated in the device 3RP15: push-in lugs for screw-type attachment are available as accessories SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 349: Special Features

    Only apply the control supply voltage from start input B1 or B3 once the Start input supply voltage has already been applied to A1/A2 or A3/A2. Identical potential Identical potential must be applied to terminals A1 and B1 or A3 and B3. SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 350 Cable ducts If you use cable ducts for wiring, the position and dimensions of the termi- nal blocks must be taken into consideration (see pages 7-27). SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 351: Explanation Of Terms

    Setting accuracy is the accuracy in relation to the end value of the scale in line with the specified tolerance. Repeatability describes the accuracy with which the set value can be repro- Repeatability duced with the specified tolerance. SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 352: Applications And Uses (Types Of Function)

    Important Changes to the function are only effective if they are made in a deenergized state. Without the coding plug the multifunctional time relay (3RP10 00) is pro- grammed for the on-delay. SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 353: Figure 7-4: 3Rp10 00 (Multifunctional) Function Setting

    Figure 7-4: 3RP10 00 (multifunctional) function setting The name of the function and the corresponding circuit diagram are printed on the coding plugs in German and English. SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 354: Table 7-2: 3Rp10 00 (Multifunctional) Circuit Diagrams And Function Diagrams

    The same potential must be applied to terminals A and B. A./A2 q A1/A2 or A3/A2, depending on the voltage level connected B./A2 q B1/A2 or B3/A2, depending on the voltage level connected SIRIUS System Manual 7-10 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 355: Multifunctional (3Rp15 05 Solid-State Time Relay)

    Table 7-3: 3RP15 05 (multifunctional) operating time adjustment A1 B1 15/17C A3 B3 21/25/27C 5 s: 100% 10 s 1.5 min 100% (90 s): 22/26NC 24/28NO 16NC A2(-) 18NO Figure 7-5: 3RP15 05 (multifunctional) operating time adjustment SIRIUS System Manual 7-11 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 356: Figure 7-6: 3Rp15 05 (Multifunctional) Function Identification

    Break the label of the set function out of the label set, and snap it firmly onto the time relay as shown in the following diagram: 3RP19 01-0A (3RP15 05-1A) 3RP19 01-0B (3RP15 05-1B) Figure 7-6: 3RP15 05 (multifunctional) function identification SIRIUS System Manual 7-12 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 357: Table 7-4: 3Rp15 05 (Multifunctional) Assignment Of The Identifying Letters

    (controlled by the • supply voltage or the start contact depending on the function). If this is not present, the second changeover contact reacts with a time delay like the first changeover contact. SIRIUS System Manual 7-13 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 358 • AC/DC24V Additive on-delay with aux- A./A2 AC100/127V AC200/240V iliary supply and immediate B./A2 15/18 switching 15/16 Σ 21/24 21/22 * Only with devices with 2 changeover contacts SIRIUS System Manual 7-14 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 359: Table 7-5: Function Diagrams And Circuit Diagrams

    AC/DC24V Star-delta function AC100/127V AC200/240V A./A2 17/18 27/28 d 28 * Only with devices with 2 changeover contacts Table 7-5: Function diagrams and circuit diagrams SIRIUS System Manual 7-15 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 360: On-Delay

    Time ranges Fifteen time ranges can be set by means of a rotary switch. Important Changes to the time range are only effective if they are made in a deenergi- zed state. SIRIUS System Manual 7-16 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 361: Off-Delay

    After the start contact is disconnected, the set runtime starts. The minimum on-time of ≥ 35 ms must be adhered to. SIRIUS System Manual 7-17 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 362: Clock Pulse Generator (3Rp15 55 Solid-State Time Relay)

    Changes to the time range are only effective if they are made in a deenergi- zed state. A pulse, for example, can be output cyclically for 1 second after a break of 1 hour. SIRIUS System Manual 7-18 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 363: Star-Delta Function (3Rp15 74/76 Solid-State Time Relay)

    Time ranges Star-delta time 1 s to 20 s Overtravel time: 30 s to 600 s Function diagram Star-delta with overtravel STAR/DELTA with idling A./A2 B./A2 17/18 50 ms 17/28 17/16 Idling SIRIUS System Manual 7-19 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 364: Accessories

    The corresponding label iden- tifying the set function is clipped 3RP19 01-0A (3RP15 05-.A) 3RP19 01-0B (3RP15 05-.B) Figure 7-16: Label set (3RP15) SIRIUS System Manual 7-20 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 365: Table 7-6: Sealable Cover

    5/6 Pull the seal through the opening of the key. Table 7-6: Sealable cover Push-in lugs for screw- Push-in lugs (3RP19 03) are available for the screw-type attachment: type attachment 3RP19 03 Figure 7-17: Screw-on attachment SIRIUS System Manual 7-21 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 366: Mounting And Connection

    To remove the time relay, press it downward to release the tension of the spring, and the time relay can be removed. Figure 7-19: Rail mounting SIRIUS System Manual 7-22 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 367: Connection

    2 x (20 to 14) 2 x (24 to 16) Table 7-7: Permissible conductor cross-sections for control and load current connections: The following illustration shows you the Cage Clamp terminal: Figure 7-20: Cage Clamp terminals SIRIUS System Manual 7-23 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 368: Circuit Diagrams

    = AC/DC 24 V = AC 200 ... 240 V = AC/DC 24 ... 240 V = AC/DC 42 ... 48 V L1(+) B1 A1 B1 A1 N(-) (A3+) (B3+) (A3+) (B3+) 3RP15 circuit diagrams SIRIUS System Manual 7-24 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 369: Dimensioned Drawings (Dimensions In Mm)

    3RP15 1 and 2 changeover contact devices with auxiliary supply 1) Push-in lug for screw-type attachment 3) Coding plug (with 3RP10) or identification label 4) Drilling pattern 5) Except 3RP15 05-1A.30 two-wire design 6) Identification label SIRIUS System Manual 7-25 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 370: Technical Specifications

    5) With RP15 05.-BW30/ .AW30/ .RW30 and 3RP15 25-.BW30 voltage-dependent 10 to 250 ms. 6) Minimum on-time with 3RP15 00-. BW30 150 ms until instantaneous contact is switched. 7) Adhere to minimum on-time for problem-free functioning. SIRIUS System Manual 7-26 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 371: 3Rw3 Semiconductor Motor Control Unit

    Combining the 3RT contactor with the 3RU1 thermal 8.3.3.3 overload 8-24 relay and 3RW3 soft starter Combining the 3RT contactor with the 3RB10 electro- 8.3.3.4 8-26 nic overload relay and 3RW3 soft starter 8.3.4 Circuit examples 8-29 8.3.5 Commissioning 8-30 SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 372 Technical specifications 8-42 8.7.1 Control electronics/power electronics 8-42 8.7.2 Short-circuit protection and fuse coordination 8-45 8.7.3 Site altitude 8-50 8.7.4 Specifications in acc. with IEC 8-51 8.7.5 Specifications in acc. with NEMA 8-52 SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 373: Specifications/Regulations/Approvals

    Circuit groups can be isolated by a common device if this is permitted by the operating conditions. In the open position, devices with an isolating function must have a corresponding isolating distance and an indicator showing the positions of the moving contacts. SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 374 In the interests of complete safety, the following procedure should be used at commissioning or after the replacement of the SIRIUS soft starter: First, apply the supply voltage in order to put the impulse series relays in a defined switching state.

  • Page 375: Device Description

    3RW3 semiconductor motor control unit 8.2 Device description The SIRIUS 3RW3 soft starters are part of the SIRIUS modular system. They are compatible with the other SIRIUS switching devices. The possible combinations are: • 3RW3 soft starter + 3RV circuit breaker •...

  • Page 376: Physical Principles

    (inadvertent tripping of the fuses). Reducing the starting There are various ways of reducing the starting current: • By star-delta starter current • By frequency converter • By soft starter SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 377: Figure 8-2: Current And Torque Curves For Star-Delta Starting

    • More space is needed in the cubicle Starting current for d motor for load Starting current for */d-start 1/3 I motor for =1/3 M rated rated Figure 8-2: Current and torque curves for star-delta starting SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 378: Figure 8-3: Method Of Operation Of A Frequency Converter

    Advantages: • Motor speed is variable; speed can be accurately pegged at constant lev- els. The U/f ratio remains virtually constant. It is therefore possible to achieve high torques at relatively low currents. SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 379: Figure 8-4: Phase Firing Of The Supply Voltage By Semiconductor Elements In The 3Rw3 Soft Starter

    • Only 3 motor feeder cables, half as many as are needed for a star-delta starter • Adjustment options permit adaptation to the system. Disadvantages: • Long-term speed settings not possible. • Lower torque at reduced voltage SIRIUS System Manual GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 380: General Device Description

    Figure 8-5: Current and torque curves for a soft starter 8.2.2 General device description The SIRIUS modular system offers a variety of alternatives for load feeders. In addition to the star-delta starters (see Chapter 5, "3RA fuseless load feed- ers"), the SIRIUS 3RW3 soft starters are also available.
  • Page 381 Both isolation and normal switching duty can be implemented quickly and easily with the 3RW3 soft starter in combination with the modules from the SIRIUS modular system. The electronic soft starters are available in two variants: Variants Standard 3RW30 variant The standard 3RW30 variant is used for single-speed motors.

  • Page 382: Figure 8-6: Time Ramp/Timing Diagram, 3Rw30

    R on 3RW30: Time ramp Timing diagram of the auxiliary contacts Figure 8-6: Time ramp/timing diagram, 3RW30 The graphic below shows the time ramp of the 3RW3: Figure 8-7: Time ramp, 3RW31 SIRIUS System Manual 8-12 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 383: Table 8-3: Link Modules

    These are identical to the extended terminal covers of the SIRIUS 3RT contactors of the same frame sizes. In the case of frame size S3, terminal covers are available for lug connection or bar connection.

  • Page 384: Comparison Of The 3Rw3 Semiconductor Motor Control Unit (Soft Starter) With The Sikostart 3Rw22 And Sikostart 3Rw34 Motor Control Units

    • Startup detection • Three parameter sets • Different coasting-down types • Electronic device overload protection The SIKOSTART 3RW22 application manual presents the various application areas and circuit variants (order no. E20001-P285-A484-V3). SIRIUS System Manual 8-14 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 385 SIKOSTART 3RW34 the functionality of the soft starter. The SIKOSTART 3RW34 is very similar to the SIRIUS 3RW3 soft starter in terms of its operation and configuration. It covers a power range of up to 1000 kW (400 V). The functions of the 3RW34 are as follows: •...

  • Page 386: Comparison Of The 3Rw3 Semiconductor Motor Control Unit (Soft Starter) With The 3Ra Star-Delta Combination

    This applies particularly for a pronounced saddle torque, the lowest motor torque that occurs during run-up to rated speed. SIRIUS System Manual 8-16 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 387: Figure 8-9: Load And Motor Torques And Motor Terminal Voltage For Operation With Soft Starter

    Note Criteria for selection In the case of the SIRIUS 3RW30/31 soft starters, the corresponding soft starter must be selected on the basis of the rated current for the motor (the rated current of the soft starter must be ≥ the rated current for the motor).

  • Page 388: Application And Use

    8.3 Application and use 8.3.1 Areas of application and criteria for selection The SIRIUS 3RW3 soft starters offer an alternative to star-delta starters (see Section 8.2.4 for a comparison and the advantages). The most important advantages are soft starting and soft coasting-down, interruption-free switching without current spikes that could interfere with the supply system, and compact dimensions.

  • Page 389: Table 8-5: Stand-Alone Installation, Minimum Clearances At The Side, 3Rw3

    When electronic output modules are used in the drive circuit (e.g. Triac out- puts at 230 VAC), RC elements (e.g. 3TX7462-3T or similar with C > 100 nF) may be required at the control inputs under certain circumstances. SIRIUS System Manual 8-19 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 390 Selected device = 3RW3014-1CB14 The connected motor has a motor rated current of 5 A. The set value of the circuit breaker must be changed to: 1.1 x 5 A = 5.5 A SIRIUS System Manual 8-20 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 391: Overview Tables: Correction Factors

    In order to maintain the required space above the arc chute, clearance of at least 50 mm must be maintained to grounded parts above and below. SIRIUS System Manual 8-21 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 392: 3Rw30/31 Soft Starters In Combination With The 3Rv1 Circuit Breaker

    3RW3045-1AB.. 0.75 3RW3046-1AB.. Table 8-7: Correction factors, 3RW30/31 1) The SIRIUS 3RW301.. soft starters cannot be operated with a fan. 8.3.3.2 3RW30/31 soft starters in combination with the 3RV1 circuit breaker Link module Figure 8-10: 3RW3 soft starter + 3RV1 circuit breaker...

  • Page 393: Table 8-8: Correction Factors: 3Rv1 Circuit Breaker + 3Rw3 Soft Starter

    Circuit breaker Order number Circuit breaker Device rated current in A at an ambient temperature of 40 °C Frame size Order number Table 8-8: Correction factors: 3RV1 circuit breaker + 3RW3 soft starter SIRIUS System Manual 8-23 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 394: Combining The 3Rt Contactor With The 3Ru1 Thermal Overload Relay And 3Rw3 Soft Starter

    Minimum clearance bet- Minimum length of the Frame size ween rail 1 and rail 2 connecting lead (center to center) in mm in mm Table 8-9: 3RW3 installation guidelines, minimum clearances/lengths SIRIUS System Manual 8-24 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 395: Table 8-10: Correction Factors, 3Rt Contactor + 3Ru Therm. Overload Relay + 3Rw Soft Starter

    Contactor order number Device rated current in A at an ambient temperature of 40 °C Frame size Order number Table 8-10: Correction factors, 3RT contactor + 3RU therm. overload relay + 3RW soft starter SIRIUS System Manual 8-25 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 396: Combining The 3Rt Contactor With The 3Rb10 Electronic Overload Relay And 3Rw3 Soft Starter

    Minimum length of the Frame size rail 1 and rail 2 connecting lead (center to center) in mm in mm Table 8-11: 3RT + 3RB10 + 3RW3 installation guidelines, minimum clearances/minimum lengths SIRIUS System Manual 8-26 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 397: Figure 8-13: 3Rt+3Rw3+3Rb10 Combination

    Minimum length of the rail 1 and rail 2 connecting lead Frame size (center to center) in mm in mm Table 8-12: 3RT1 + 3RW30/31 + 3RB10 installation guidelines, minimum clearances/minimum lengths SIRIUS System Manual 8-27 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 398: Table 8-13: Correction Factors, 3Rt Contactor + 3Rb10 Electronic Overload Relay + 3Rw Soft Starter

    Contactor order number Device rated current in A at an ambient temperature of 40 °C Frame size Order number Table 8-13: Correction factors, 3RT contactor + 3RB10 electronic overload relay + 3RW soft starter SIRIUS System Manual 8-28 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 399: Circuit Example

    3RW3 semiconductor motor control unit 8.3.4 Circuit example Circuit example (variant with UC110-230 V): 110...230V UC End of startup 14/23 IN A1 Figure 8-14: Circuit example, 3RW3 SIRIUS System Manual 8-29 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 400: Commissioning

    3RW3 semiconductor motor control unit 8.3.5 Commissioning Every SIRIUS 3RW soft starter comes with the following warning, which it is imperative to heed: Caution This device has been tested carefully at the factory and found to be in wor- king order.
  • Page 401 This protects the internal jumpering contacts and increases their service life. Longer starting times increase the thermal load on the devices and the motor unnecessarily and lead to a reduction in the permissible switching frequency. SIRIUS System Manual 8-31 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 402: Figure 8-16: Position Of The Terminals And The Potentiometers For Adjustment

    8.3.6 Event messages and diagnostics Event messages Ready for operation Continuous READY LED while starting up or coasting Flashing down BYPASSED LED Continuous Bypassed Table 8-14: 3RW30/31 event messages SIRIUS System Manual 8-32 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 403: Timing Diagram

    L1-L2-L3 A1-A2 Bypass T1-T2-T3 Switchover delay approx. 30 ms Switchover delay approx. 30 ms Switchover delay approx. 30 ms On-delay approx. 80 ms command command command Figure 8-17: Starting and coasting-down behavior SIRIUS System Manual 8-33 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 404: Figure 8-18: Supply Interruption In The Bypassed State

    (T >= xx ms) Main voltage Start command returns Figure 8-18: Supply interruption in the bypassed state SIRIUS System Manual 8-34 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 405: Accessories

    Additional parameter assignment is not necessary. These fan modules mean that the starter can be installed in any position. The only exception to this is when the fan cannot blow against the convec- tion downward from above. SIRIUS System Manual 8-35 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 406: Figure 8-19: Accessories: Attachment Of The Fan

    "ON" command. Connection example for an RC element Auxiliary supply PLC control contact RC element 3RW30/31... Figure 8-20: Connection example with an RC element SIRIUS System Manual 8-36 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 407: Mounting And Connection

    2 x (18 to 3) 2 x (10 to 1/0) 2 x (14 to 10) 2 x (18 to 14) 1 x (18 to 2) 1 x (10 to 2/0) Table 8-17: Conductor cross-sections, 3RW30/31 SIRIUS System Manual 8-37 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 408: Circuit Diagrams

    L1 (L+) N (L-) L1 (L+) ON/OFF N (L-) Figure 8-21: Circuit diagrams, 3RW3 L3RW30 3RW302. 3RW303./3RW304 N (L-) L1 (L+) 3RU/3RB10 I > 3RW30 3RW30 13 14/23 Figure 8-22: Circuit diagrams, 3RW30 SIRIUS System Manual 8-38 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 409: Figure 8-23: Circuit Diagrams, 3Rw31

    (PLC). It is connected up in the same way as for control via switch. Important Always ensure that A1 and A2 are connected up correctly. Although polarity reversal cannot damage the device, it can lead to malfunctioning. SIRIUS System Manual 8-39 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 410: Figure 8-24: Motor Control With An Electromechanical Brake

    (K1 brake in the circuit diagram below): I>> I>> I>> L1 L2 L3 BYPASSED 3RW30 T1 T2 T3 BR BR2 Figure 8-24: Motor control with an electromechanical brake SIRIUS System Manual 8-40 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 411: Dimensioned Drawings (Dimensions In Mm)

    3RW3 semiconductor motor control unit 8.6 Dimensioned drawings (dimensions in mm) 3RW301. 97.5 3RW302./3RW312. 3RW303. 3RW304. 22.5 SIRIUS System Manual 8-41 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 412 Duty cycle = 30%; stand-alone installation Idle time after continuous opera- tion With I before a new start Degree of protection In acc. with IEC 60 529 IP 20 (terminal housing IP 00) SIRIUS System Manual 8-42 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 413 18 to 22 1)Over 4000 m on request 2)The rated current for the motor (specified on the motor's type plate) should amount at least to the specified percentage of the SIRIUS soft starter's device rated current I 3)In the case of frame size S00, it is not possible to install the fan provided as an accessory.
  • Page 414 ) Device class B (public power supply networks) is complied with only in the case of variants 3RW3.-1AB0. with control supply voltage UC of 24 V. For the 3RW3.-1A.1. variants with a control supply voltage UC of 110 V to 230 V, single-stage filters (e.g. type B84143-A...) must be connected upstream. SIRIUS System Manual 8-44 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 415: Short-Circuit Protection And Fuse Coordination

    1 and 2 configuration (coordination type 1) is recommended. The advantages are: • Fewer components in the cubicle • Less effort required for wiring • Less cubicle space required • Lower price SIRIUS System Manual 8-45 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 416: Table 8-18: Fuse Configurations (Sitor)

    1)Fuse coordination for max. 400 V 2)Fuse coordination for max. 500 V 3)Fuse coordination with all-range fuses not possible; pure semiconductor protection fuses plus circuit breakers can be used instead (see following table) SIRIUS System Manual 8-46 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 417: Table 8-19: Fuse Configurations (Sitor)

    2) The selection and setting of the circuit breaker is based on the rated cur- rent for the motor 3) Note the unit of quantity If the motor is to be configured to meet UL requirements, the order number of the fuse must be specified (3NE80..-1). SIRIUS System Manual 8-47 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 418: Table 8-20: Motor Feeder: Fuseless Configuration

    1) The selection and setting of the circuit breaker is based on the rated cur- rent for the motor 2) 50 mm clearance is required above and below between the 3RW and grounded parts 3) Note the unit of quantity SIRIUS System Manual 8-48 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 419: Table 8-21: Motor Feeder: Fused Configuration

    2) Short-circuit current of 50 kA to max. 400 V 3) Short-circuit current of 50 kA to max. 500 V 4) 50 mm clearance is required above and below between the 3RW and grounded parts SIRIUS System Manual 8-49 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 420: Site Altitude

    Ue reduction Ie reduction 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000 Site altitude in m Figure 8-25: Reductions as a function of site altitude SIRIUS System Manual 8-50 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 421: Specifications In Acc. With Iec

    3RW3024-1AB.4 3RW3024-1AB.5 3RW3025-1AB.4 3RW3025-1AB.5 3RW3026-1AB.4 3RW3026-1AB.5 3RW3034-1AB.4 3RW3034-1AB.5 3RW3035-1AB.4 3RW3035-1AB.5 3RW3036-1AB.4 18.45 3RW3036-1AB.5 3RW3044-1AB.4 3RW3044-1AB.5 3RW3045-1AB.4 3RW3045-1AB.5 18.5 3RW3046-1AB.4 3RW3046-1AB.5 Table 8-24: 3RW3 motor ratings in acc. with IEC at 60° C SIRIUS System Manual 8-51 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

  • Page 422: Specifications In Acc. With Nema

    3RW3014-1CB.4 3RW3016-1CB.4 3RW3024-1AB.4 3RW3024-1AB.5 3RW3025-1AB-4 3RW3025-1AB.5 3RW3026-1AB.4 3RW3026-1AB.5 3RW3034-1AB.4 3RW3034-1AB.5 3RW3035-1AB.4 3RW3035-1AB.5 3RW3036-1AB.4 3RW3036-1AB.5 3RW3044-1AB.4 3RW3044-1AB.5 3RW3045-1AB.4 3RW3045-1AB.5 3RW3046-1AB.4 3RW3046-1AB.5 Table 8-27: 3RW3 motor ratings in acc. with NEMA at 60° C SIRIUS System Manual 8-52 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 423 6-13 Circuit diagrams 4-31, 5-23, 7-24, 8-38 Event messages 8-32 Circuit example 8-29 Explosion-proof motors 2-4, 4-14 Clock pulse generator 7-18 Extended terminal covers 8-13 Coasting-down time 8-31 External current transformers 4-13 SIRIUS System Manual Index-1 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 424 Molded-plastic front plates 2-33 Sealing cover 4-16 Monostable 4-20 Second ramp time 8-32 Mounting kits Self-monitoring 4-20 Mounting onto contactors 4-26 Semiconductor coupling modules Mounting systems Series resistor 3-27 Multifunction Setting 8-41 SIRIUS System Manual Index-2 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...
  • Page 425 Three-phase current asynchronous motors Three-phase induction motors 2-13 Three-pole load 2-11 Time ranges 7-16 Time-current characteristics 2-3, 4-17, 4-18, 4-21 Time-delayed overload release Timing diagram 8-33 Transformer protection 2-13 Tripping characteristic 4-18 SIRIUS System Manual Index-3 GWA 4NEB 430 0999-02b...

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