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Ausgabe 07/2023 EQUIPMENT MANUAL SENTRON Protection devices Air Circuit Breaker 3WL10 & Molded Case Circuit Breaker 3VA27 www.siemens.com/SENTRON...
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Introduction Description Accessories SENTRON Application planning Protection devices 3VA27 molded case circuit Connection and commissioning breakers & 3WL10 air circuit breakers Operation Equipment Manual Service and maintenance Technical specifications Dimension drawings Circuit diagrams Appendix ESD guidelines List of abbreviations 10/2023 L1V30499596002-03...
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Note the following: WARNING Siemens products may only be used for the applications described in the catalog and in the relevant technical documentation. If products and components from other manufacturers are used, these must be recommended or approved by Siemens. Proper transport, storage, installation, assembly, commissioning, operation and maintenance are required to ensure that the products operate safely and without any problems.
Table of contents Introduction ............................9 About this documentation ....................9 Product-specific information....................9 1.2.1 Target readers........................9 1.2.2 Technical Support ........................ 9 Reference documents ......................10 Advanced training courses ....................10 Safety instructions ......................11 1.5.1 Open Source Software ....................... 12 1.5.2 Transport ...........................
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Table of contents 2.10 Communication ......................... 80 2.11 Accessories overview ......................83 Accessories ............................85 Accessories for connection and insulation ................87 3.1.1 Insulating measures ......................87 3.1.2 Connections of the fixed breaker version ................89 3.1.3 Connections of the withdrawable breaker version............... 92 Electromechanical accessories....................
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Table of contents Communication planning....................150 Connection and commissioning ......................153 Safety regulations and information................... 153 Mounting and connecting the device ................154 5.2.1 Tightening torques at a glance ..................154 5.2.2 Mounting connections ..................... 155 5.2.3 Fixed breaker: Installing the circuit breaker ............... 162 5.2.4 Withdrawable breaker: Installing the circuit breaker / guide frame........
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Table of contents 9.1.2 Front terminals for main circuit connection ..............210 9.1.3 Front terminals for main circuit connection, extended ............211 9.1.4 Front connection bars, broadened..................212 9.1.5 Horizontally / vertically orientable rear connection............213 9.1.6 Circular conductor terminal, adapter 4x240 ..............215 9.1.7 Switchboard panel, hole and drilling templates, fixed breaker ...........
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Table of contents List of abbreviations .......................... 267 Table of abbreviations ...................... 267 3VA27 molded case circuit breakers & 3WL10 air circuit breakers Equipment Manual, 10/2023, L1V30499596002-03...
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Table of contents 3VA27 molded case circuit breakers & 3WL10 air circuit breakers Equipment Manual, 10/2023, L1V30499596002-03...
• Users • Control cabinet manufacturers • Switchgear manufacturers • Maintenance personnel 1.2.2 Technical Support You can find further support on the Internet at: TechnicalSupport (https://www.siemens.com/support-request) 3VA27 molded case circuit breakers & 3WL10 air circuit breakers Equipment Manual, 10/2023, L1V30499596002-03...
Introduction 1.5 Safety instructions Here you can choose from: • Web-based training courses (online, informative, free) • Classroom training courses (course attendance, comprehensive, subject to fee) If the correct training course is not shown, you can also get information from your local sales representative.
Use of product versions that are no longer supported, and failure to apply the latest updates may increase customer's exposure to cyber threats. To keep up to date with all the latest product updates, subscribe to the Siemens Industrial Security RSS Feed at (http://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity). 1.5.1 Open Source Software This product, solution or service ("Product") contains third-party software components.
Product or any OSS components contained in it if they are modified or used in any manner not specified by SIEMENS. The license conditions may contain disclaimers that apply between you and the respective licensor.
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Introduction 1.5 Safety instructions If the circuit breaker is delivered in seaworthy packaging, check the color of the moisture label: • Blue: Moisture-tight packaging is effective • Pink: Moisture-tight packaging is ineffective. Inspect the circuit breaker for corrosion damage and report the damage to the carrier. Replace or dry the desiccants and weld the plastic film.
Description Current-carrying 3WL10 circuit breakers Air circuit breakers of the 3WL range are designed as current-carrying circuit breakers. Their place in the power distribution is upstream of molded case circuit breakers and they must have time-selective current-carrying characteristics. They are equipped with ST releases for short- time-delayed short-circuit protection.
• Integration into the SENTRON software environment, including powerconfig and powermanager Support by CAx files and Siemens tools simplifies planning and integration of the circuit breaker into the overall installation. 3VA27 molded case circuit breakers & 3WL10 air circuit breakers...
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Description 2.5 Basic properties of the circuit breaker (3WL10 / 3VA27) 3WL10 air circuit breaker The 3WL10 air circuit breaker is a current-carrying circuit breaker with IEC certification (3WL1) and is an addition to the existing 3WL1 IEC portfolio. It has the following characteristics: •...
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Description 2.5 Basic properties of the circuit breaker (3WL10 / 3VA27) Features The circuit breakers meet the following requirements: • High breaking capacity • Selective protective response • Optional integrated metering function with internal voltage tap and expansion module metering function Basic / metering function Advanced (with electronic trip units of the 6- series) •...
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Description 2.5 Basic properties of the circuit breaker (3WL10 / 3VA27) Benefits The circuit breaker provides many different advantages: • Low space requirements The 3WL10 circuit breakers are extremely compact. 3‑pole and 4‑pole devices of size 0 fit into a 400 mm wide switchboard panel. Two 3‑pole 3WL10 circuit breakers can also be installed side by side in a 600 mm wide switchboard panel.
Description 2.6 Applications Applications Applications • As incoming feeder, distribution, coupling and outgoing feeder circuit breakers in electrical installations • For switching and protecting motors, capacitors, generators, transformers, busbars, and cables. • When connected to an electronic I&C system, the circuit breaker offers a wide range of options for monitoring network events.
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Description 2.6 Applications 3VA27 molded case circuit breakers & 3WL10 air circuit breakers Equipment Manual, 10/2023, L1V30499596002-03...
Description 2.7 Possible uses and portfolio Possible uses and portfolio Possible uses The circuit breaker performs the different protection tasks and can be used in the following areas: Field Building Industry of appli‐ cation Breaking capacity 3WL10: 42 to 66 kA / 3VA27: 55 to 110 kA Segments Commercial build‐...
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Description 2.7 Possible uses and portfolio 3VA27 molded case circuit breakers & 3WL10 air circuit breakers Equipment Manual, 10/2023, L1V30499596002-03...
2.7.1 Portfolio of 3WL10 air circuit breakers The 3WL10 air circuit breaker is part of the Siemens 3WL range, which covers all breaking capacity classes between B and C and extends to 630 to 6300 A in the basic versions.
2.7 Possible uses and portfolio 2.7.2 Portfolio of 3VA27 molded case circuit breakers The 3VA27 molded case circuit breaker is part of the Siemens 3VA portfolio that covers all applications from 16 A to 1600 A. Selective response Series 3VA2 circuit breakers are designed for selective tripping combined with optimum current limiting and a high breaking capacity.
Description 2.7 Possible uses and portfolio To ensure the protection function of the device during operation at any time, all ETUs are powered via transformers in each of the main circuits. The current sensor of the circuit breaker comprises an iron-core transformer for powering the ETU and a Rogowski coil for sensing the current to be able to detect operating states and fault conditions precisely in the operational current and overcurrent range.
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Description 2.7 Possible uses and portfolio That makes it more robust against high inrush currents and false tripping on motor starting. The starting function suspends the parameters set within the limits of the electronic trip unit (<I max = 15xI ) equally on both devices to withstand certain starting characteristics (inrush / heavy starting) without unwanted tripping.
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Description 2.7 Possible uses and portfolio It is therefore suitable for combining with 3RW soft starters or frequency converters because they strongly limit the high inrush currents. MSP for starter combinations with ETUs of the 6-series • With use of the rating plug "L OFF". The overload protection is deactivated: •...
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Description 2.7 Possible uses and portfolio Instantaneous short-circuit protection INST ETU650 LSI ETU660 LSIG INST Switchover to alternative operating values ● with instantaneous short-circuit current Default value: OFF during the switch-on phase (inrush adap‐ Switch over to ON tation, startup function) Setting range for duration t during the 0.10 to 30 s (in steps of 0.01) switch-on phase...
Description 2.8 Basic unit The tripping time T for motor protection has its reference point at 7.2 x Ir while the delay time t for plant protection has the reference point at 6 x I . For this reason, the delay time t and tripping time T are not identical.
Description 2.8 Basic unit 2.8.2 Design of the circuit breaker The circuit breaker contains the contacts (3 or 4 poles), the switching mechanism, and the internal accessories, comprising an operator and contact system and the internal accessories. Each of the poles is contained in a separate plastic enclosure and consists of the interrupting contact system and a current transformer.
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Description 2.8 Basic unit The withdrawable breaker has the following advantages: • Fast replacement of the circuit breaker for maintenance and service • Simple establishment of visible galvanic disconnection in the main circuit • Testing of the auxiliary circuits while the main circuit is open 3VA27 molded case circuit breakers &...
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Description 2.8 Basic unit Main components of the guide frame ① Mounting location of connection technology ② Racking handle ③ Pushbutton for unlocking racking (Push before Operating, to rack the circuit breaker positions using the racking handle) ④ Hole for inserting the racking handle ⑤...
Description 2.8 Basic unit When the circuit breaker arrives at one of the positions during racking, it engages in this position. Further racking is then only possible once the pushbutton for unlocking racking (Push before Operating) has been pressed. 2.8.4 Technical overview 3WL10 circuit breakers Number of poles ...
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Description 2.8 Basic unit Mechanical and electrical endurance with regular maintenance in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions: Mechanical service life ≤ 1000 1250 Operating cycles x 1000 Frequen‐ Operating cycles/h Electrical endurance 440 V Operating cycles x 1000 690 V Operating cycles x 1000...
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Description 2.8 Basic unit Breaking capacity Breaking capacity class Rated ultimate short-circuit 220/230 V breaking capacity 380/400/415 V 440 V 500 V 690 V Rated service short-circuit 220/230 V breaking capacity 380/400/415 V 440 V 500 V 690 V Rated short-circuit making 220/230 V capacity 380/400/415 V 440 V 500 V 75.6 690 V 52.5 75.6 Rated short-time withstand cur‐...
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Description 2.8 Basic unit Dimensions Dimensions of H - with COM fixed-mounted H - without terminal cover, version without COM Toggle operating mecha‐ nism Stored energy spring mech‐ anism 3-pole 4-pole Dimensions of 363.5 withdrawable ver‐ Toggle operating mecha‐ sion nism Stored energy spring mech‐...
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Description 2.8 Basic unit If used with an external protection relay with a maximum delay time of 500 ms, the switch disconnector has a breaking capacity at the maximum rated operational voltage ) that corresponds to the value of the one-second rated short-time current (I ).
Description 2.8 Basic unit Rated insulation voltage 1000 Rated impulse withstand volt‐ Rated short-circuit making disconnector capacity only with up‐ stream circuit breaker Rated short-time current 1 sec Reference standard IEC 60947-3 Service life/endurance Mechanical service life No. of operating cy‐ 10,000 cles Operating cycles/h...
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Q-label Bz / Pos 0422096114 / 000002 Inst.Ord.No.: 3ZWXXXX-XXXXX-0AA0 OE/170519 000001 SIEMENS AG Siemensstr. 10, D-93055 Regensburg ① Key electrical data ② Label for installed internal accessories (on the side of the device) ③ Label for auxiliary conductor terminal system ④...
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This does not include the accessories. The accessories are stated on the label on the side of the circuit breaker. For the full range of QR code functions, use the "Industry Support" app supplied free of charge by Siemens. App Store (https://itunes.apple.com/de/app/siemens-industry-online-support/id478868966?
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Description 2.8 Basic unit ③ Utilization category ④ Insulation data ⑤ Supported standards ⑥ Production site / identification number ⑦ Maximum rated operational current ⑧ : Rated short-time withstand current : Rated conditional short-circuit current ⑨ Rated operational voltage Label for installed internal accessories You can make a note of the number of installed accessories on the internal accessories label.
Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU Electronic trip unit ETU As a protection device, the circuit breaker has the task of protecting installations and clearing electrical faults occurring in the system. A trip unit detects whether a fault occurs by comparing the protection parameters set in it with the measured values.
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Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU Protection Electronic Electronic with display ETUs of the 3-series ETUs of the 6-series Enhanced protective function — • 2nd parameter set (set A/B) • Making current release (MCR) • DAS - Arc fault mitigation • Ground fault protection in the neu‐...
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Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU Two individual series of electronic trip units ETU, 3-series ETU, 6-series • LI, LSI, LSIG protection function • LSI, LSIG protection function • Adjustable neutral conductor protection • Adjustable neutral conductor protection • Rotary coding switch in 3VA design •...
Selectivity tables for the 3WL10 are available on the Internet for simple implementation of selective trip combinations (see Selectivity tables (https:// support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109748621)). The parameters relevant to selectivity are: • Tripping value settings of the trip unit • Tripping and break times •...
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Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU The selective behavior of circuit breakers can be implemented technically by a variety of selectivity concepts: • Current selectivity The selectivity can be calculated in the overload range by comparing the time/current characteristics. In the short-circuit range, this comparison leads to values that are too low. The reason for this is that the trip unit behaves differently in the case of short-circuit currents compared to its long-term behavior, e.g.
Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU This makes the power distribution system totally selective. Siemens protection devices are designed for optimum coordination in order to achieve just that. The 3WL10 and 3VA27 platform products were designed as an interface between characteristics of a molded case circuit breaker and an air circuit breaker.
Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU See also Entering parameters (Page 185) Alarms (Page 191) Display elements (ETUs of the 3-series) ETU readiness can be indicated via the LED ACT. Alarms and trips are indicated via the LEDs in the area of the rotary coding switches. You will find the precise description and meaning of the LED states in Chapter Alarms (Page 191).
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Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU Operation of the menu functions is described in Chapter Entering parameters (Page 185). See also Menu structure of the ETUs of the 6-series (Page 254) Alarms (Page 191) Display elements (ETUs of the 6-series) The central visualization element of the ETU of the 6-series is the display. Alongside this, an LED and warning displays are used: •...
Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU Operating elements (ETUs of the 6-series) Navigation in the menus and input of protection parameters, settings, etc. are performed with the control keys: Control key Meaning Switches between the main menu symbols. Goes back to the previous screen page. Increases a parameter in parameter edit mode.
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Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU Metering functions - acc. to IEC 61557-12 ETU320 ETU350 ETU360 ETU650 ETU660 LSIG LSIG Rotary coding switch Display (LCD) With metering function MF Advanced Voltage L-L and L-N — — — ● ● Power: active, reactive, apparent —...
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Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU Additional functions ETU320 ETU350 ETU360 ETU650 ETU660 LSIG LSIG Rotary coding switch Display (LCD) Display of alarms and trip log memory With LED signal On the display (LCD) in OFF status of the circuit breaker and the ETU With test device TD420 on ETU front interface Data log with internal high resolution...
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Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU point in the same way as the other size devices of the 3WL portfolio. The minimum tripping time is limited to 500 ms. A pre-alarm is also output when 90% of the set current setting I is reached.
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Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU Ground fault residual current protection (Rc) Residual currents from 3 A to 30 A can be measured directly with an external summation current transformer and evaluated by the ETU660 (LSIG), which is additionally equipped with a rating plug Rc for residual current protection and the metering function MF Advanced. Direct measurement of ground faults with a summation current transformer is an alternative to the calculated ground-fault protection method of the GF protection function.
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Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU • By input at the digital I/O module IOM040 or IOM300, which was triggered by an external signal • By input at the digital I/O module IOM040 or IOM300, which was triggered by an internal signal, for example, the pre-alarm response thresholds (PAL) •...
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Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU protection parameters (set B) with an external command or input. It then replaces the default parameter set A. The command to switch over can be issued if the circumstances of the power system change, for example, when an emergency generator kicks in with the resulting load currents or protection requirements.
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Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU With open contacts, too, signals can be provided if the voltage is sensed on the line side to detect anomalies or faults in the voltage applied before the main contacts of the circuit breaker are closed. Reverse active power protection: Reverse power protection (RP) If the power flows through the device in the opposite direction to the direction of power flow defined as 'normal,' the reverse power protection RP detects this and can trip the circuit...
Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU The operating value is described as factor > 1 of the line frequency - settable to 50 Hz or 60 Hz. In this way, the distribution board can be protected from impermissible deviations in the line frequency. Undervoltage protection (V The undervoltage protection responds with a definable definite-time delay t (U) as soon as a phase-to-phase voltage (U...
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Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU ① Setting value of the long-time-delayed protection ② Delay time of the long-time-delayed protection ③ Switchover of the overload characteristic (I t and VI, SI, EI) ④ Setting value of the short-time-delayed protection ⑤ t characteristic ON/OFF of the short-time-delayed protection ⑥...
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Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU Basic rules of parameterization and basic protection functions Parameter Effect on Description Cause Example characteris‐ tic curve Current setting value of the Setting of the over‐ = 0.9 x I (where I =1000A) overload protection: load protection to the Overload range as of I...
Simaris design (http://www.siemens.com/simaris) SIMARIS design The Siemens SIMARIS design software tool is a fast, simple and reliable tool for calculating and dimensioning networks in accordance with the valid rules: You will find more information on SIMARIS design in the Internet (http://www.siemens.com/...
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Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU Protection ETU320 ETU350 ETU360 ETU650 ETU660 LSIG LSIG Ground-fault protection with current measure‐ — — — ● ● ment at the star point (G MCR protection function - making current release — — — ● ●...
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Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU Self-monitoring / diagnostics ETU320 ETU350 ETU360 ETU650 ETU660 LSIG LSIG Write protection for communication — — — ● ● Deactivation of communication for access from — — — ● ● external Exchanging rating plugs The rating plugs can be exchanged on the front of all electronic trip units. With this option of exchanging the rating plug, the current rating can be reduced to adapt to a changed situation of the overall installation.
Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU These modules allow determination of the following additional measured quantities: • Voltage • Power • Energy Additional features of the MF Advanced version: • Implementation of the enhanced protection functions that are based on the variables voltage and power •...
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Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU Protection functions of the ETU ETU320 LI ETU350 LSI ETU360 LSIG ST: Short-time-delayed short-circuit protection Protection function can be enabled/disa‐ — ● ● bled Setting range of operating value I — 1; 1.5; 2; 2.5; 3; 4; 6; 8; 1;...
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Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU Protection functions of the ETU ETU320 LI ETU350 LSI ETU360 LSIG Func‐ Frequency adaptation tions Setting of the line frequency on ETUs of 50 Hz; 60 Hz 50 Hz; 60 Hz 50 Hz; 60 Hz the 3-series with DIP switches Default value: 50 Hz Default value: 50 Hz...
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Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU Protection functions of the ETU ETU650 LSI ETU660 LSIG ST: Short-time-delayed short-circuit protection Protection function can be enabled/disabled ● ● Setting range of operating value I x … 0.6 to 10 (in steps of 0.1) 0.6 to 10 (in steps of 0.1) Default value: OFF Default value: OFF...
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Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU Protection functions of the ETU ETU650 LSI ETU660 LSIG GF: Ground-fault protection Protection function can be enabled/disabled — ● Characteristic — I²t / t = constant Default value: t = constant Setting range for operating value I x …...
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Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU Protection functions of the ETU ETU650 LSI ETU660 LSIG G direct GF direct: Ground-fault protection direct — ● measurement Default set: Not installed Protection function can be selected — Ground return CT; Rc CT; nec‐ essary •...
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Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU Protection functions of the ETU ETU650 LSI ETU660 LSIG I-NBA Phase current unbalance I-NBA Protection function can be enabled/disabled ● ● Setting range I phase current unbalance 2 to 90% (in steps of 1%) 2 to 90% (in steps of 1%) Default value: 50% Default value: 50% Setting range of the delay time t...
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Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU Enhanced protection functions - only available with ETU650 LSI ETU660 LSIG MF Advanced metering function Directed short-circuit protection DST ● ● Protection function can be enabled/disabled ● ● Enabling/disabling of tripping on directed (direc‐ ● ●...
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Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU Enhanced protection functions - only available with ETU650 LSI ETU660 LSIG MF Advanced metering function Undervoltage protection V Protection function can be enabled/disabled ● ● Setting range of undervoltage protection U 0.5 to 0.98 (in steps of 0.01) 0.5 to 0.98 (in steps of 0.01) x ...
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Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU Alarms and functions ETU650 LSI ETU660 LSIG Alarms Pre-alarms PAL response thresholds - function trigger Enabling/disabling of PAL response threshold ● ● overload current I r pal(1) Enabling/disabling of PAL response threshold ● ● overload current I r pal(2) Setting range for PAL response threshold over‐...
Note powerconfig is commissioning and maintenance software for all communication-capable SENTRON products from Siemens. With this software, the circuit breaker can be parameterized and commissioned and its settings can be archived and, in the operating phase, values from the plant (current, voltage, etc.) can be read out and the status of the circuit breaker can be acquired.
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Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU Measured values of the ETUs of the 3-series Total number of trips — Operating hours counter — Contact wear Pre-alarm > 80% Alarm = 100% Date of maintenance performed Last Direction to perform necessary mainte‐ ...
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Description 2.9 Electronic trip unit ETU Metering functions of the ETUs of the 6-series Frequency 0.2% ● Active power P1, P2, P3, P ● Reactive power kvar Q1, Q2, Q3, Q ● Apparent power S1, S2, S3, S ● Power factor (p.f.) ...
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Available in the SIOS Portal, see below The powerservice software can be found in the SIOS Portal (https:// support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109749079). Powerservice software If a laptop with the powerservice software is connected to an ETU of the 6-series, the following data can be recorded.
The power distribution system can be integrated into the information system of the relevant application, but it can also have its own independent information system. Siemens considers the following four scenarios to be potential applications: • Totally Integrated Automation (TIA) for production facilities •...
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3WL10 communication manual or the 3VA communication manual (see Chapter Reference documents (Page 10)). Planning With the circuit breaker and the electronic trip units of the 6-series, Siemens low-voltage products offer an integrated communication concept together with the 3VA molded case circuit breakers and the 7KM PAC measuring devices.
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Description 2.10 Communication ① Fixed-mounted breaker ② Withdrawable breaker Because the circuit breaker is designed for up to two communications modules, it can be integrated into the communication environment with two different protocols. For example, simultaneous connection of a fieldbus for automation or remote control applications (incl. parameterization and remote switching) and Modbus TCP Ethernet communication link for communicating measured values for efficient and safe power monitoring.
You will find further information on the communication link: • in the 3WL10 Communication Manual and in the 3VA Communication Manual, see Chapter Reference documents (Page 10) • in the Modbus Map in the SIOS Portal (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/ 109749079) 2.11 Accessories overview The 3WL10 / 3VA27 circuit breaker can be adapted to the most varied application requirements with its wide range of accessories.
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Description 2.11 Accessories overview Overview of the accessories ① Test devices ② powerconfig software ③ Display ④ Interlocking for the guide frame/ext. accessories ⑤ Locking and interlocking for breaker with stored energy operating mechanism ⑥ Spring charging motor and accessories ⑦ Auxiliary and alarm switches/auxiliary releases ⑧...
Accessories The internal and external accessories of the 3WL10 and the 3VA27 with stored energy operating mechanism are identical. In some cases, they may however differ from the the 3VA27 with toggle operating mechanism. Overview: 3WL10 3VA27 3VA27 (stored energy operating (stored energy operating (toggle operating mecha‐...
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Accessories 3WL10 3VA27 3VA27 (stored energy operating (stored energy operating (toggle operating mecha‐ mechanism) mechanism) nism) Ready-to-close signaling ✓ ✓ switch for communication (COM RTC) Actuator module (COM ACT) ✓ ✓ Door mounted rotary opera‐ ✓ tor, incl. locking devices Front mounted rotary opera‐...
Accessories 3.1 Accessories for connection and insulation Accessories for connection and insulation 3.1.1 Insulating measures ① Low cover ② Extended cover ③ Phase barrier 200 mm ④ Phase barrier 100 mm ⑤ Application examples Terminal cover On fixed-mounted circuit breakers, the cover is installed over the termination area and reduces the risk of direct contact with live parts.
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Accessories 3.1 Accessories for connection and insulation Phase barriers Phase barriers provide insulation between the individual phases of the circuit breaker. They are installed in the front termination area between the phases of the fixed-mounted breaker version. Note You will find connections that necessitate mandatory insulation measures in Chapter Isolating distances and insulating equipment (Page 147).
Accessories 3.1 Accessories for connection and insulation 3.1.2 Connections of the fixed breaker version ① Front terminals for main circuit connection ② Front connection bars, extended ③ Circular conductor terminal for Cu/Al cable ④ Horizontally / vertically orientable rear connection ⑤ Front connection bars, broadened 3VA27 molded case circuit breakers &...
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Accessories 3.1 Accessories for connection and insulation Front terminals for main circuit connection The front terminals, which are standard equipment, are nut keeper kits (clip-in nut-insulator assembly and clamping screw). They fit entirely into the terminal area of the circuit breaker and do not protrude beyond the circuit breaker contour.
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Accessories 3.1 Accessories for connection and insulation Connection combinations The circuit breakers can be equipped with different connection combinations for the top part and the bottom part where special installation requirements apply. Note Connection combinations cannot be ordered pre-installed at the factory. The connections required must instead be ordered separately and installed on site.
Accessories 3.1 Accessories for connection and insulation 3.1.3 Connections of the withdrawable breaker version ① Horizontally / vertically orientable rear terminal for main circuit connection ② Copper/aluminum cable connection bar ③ Front extended terminal ④ Front connection bars, broadened ⑤ Rear connection bars, broadened 3VA27 molded case circuit breakers &...
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Accessories 3.1 Accessories for connection and insulation Horizontally / vertically orientable rear terminal for main circuit connection The rear connection with variable orientation permits connection of connection bars and cable lugs to the rear of the guide frame. The rear main terminal is supplied mounted on the flange of the guide frame and can also be rotated subsequently by the user.
Accessories 3.2 Electromechanical accessories Electromechanical accessories 3.2.1 Auxiliary releases for 3VA27 / 3WL10 ① Closing coil (CC) (for breaker with stored energy operating mechanism only) ② Undervoltage release (UVR) / shunt release (ST2) ③ Shunt release (ST) Undervoltage release (UVR) The undervoltage release trips the circuit breaker if the rated control supply voltage U fails or drops to between 70% and 35% of its normal value (in compliance with the relevant standard).
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Accessories 3.2 Electromechanical accessories Note The undervoltage release has a thermal memory. The undervoltage release is protected against overheating as a result of excessively frequent activation. The undervoltage release switches off temporarily after excessively frequent activation. The undervoltage release resumes normal operation after an appropriate cooling period. The protective circuit is set to zero if the undervoltage release is switched off or constantly activated for five minutes or more.
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Accessories 3.2 Electromechanical accessories The coils work with a current pulse ≥ 100 ms or with constant power input (100% ON time in Note If the opening command was issued with a shunt trip, the circuit breaker can be reclosed with a closing command after the shunt trip has been switched off followed by a wait time ≥...
Accessories 3.2 Electromechanical accessories 3.2.2 Accessories for circuit breakers 3VA27 / 3WL10 breakers with stored energy mechanism ① Closing coil (CC) (Page 94) ② Undervoltage release (UVR) / shunt trip (ST2) (Page 94) ③ Shunt trip (ST) (Page 94) ④ Remote reset magnet (RR) ⑤...
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Accessories 3.2 Electromechanical accessories Spring charging motor (MO) The spring charging motor (MO) automatically charges the closing springs when they are discharged. If no power supply is available, the springs must be charged manually with the charging handle on the circuit breaker. Technical specifications Fuse determined from characteristic curves...
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Accessories 3.2 Electromechanical accessories The reset coil is available for different voltage supplies. Technical specifications Fuse determined from characteristic curves Rated control supply 24 V ✓ ✓ DIAZED fuse (operation‐ voltage U al class gL/gG) 10A TDz (slow) 110 V ✓ ✓...
Accessories 3.2 Electromechanical accessories 3.2.3 Auxiliary, alarm, and signaling switches ① Position signaling switch PSS for guide frame ② Ready-to-close signaling switch RTC (S20) ③ Auxiliary switch (AUX1 - AUX2) ④ Auxiliary switch (AUX3 - AUX4) ⑤ Tripped signaling switch via auxiliary release (S25) ⑥...
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Accessories 3.2 Electromechanical accessories ⑦ Leading changeover switch (S26) ⑧ Trip alarm switch (S24 - tripped by the electronic trip units) ⑨ Spring charged signaling switch (S21) Position signaling switch PSS for guide frame The position auxiliary contacts are used in the withdrawable breaker and signal whether the circuit breaker is in the racking position DISCONNECT, Test, or CONNECT.
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Accessories 3.2 Electromechanical accessories Tripped signaling switch (TAS) The tripped signaling switch (TAS) signals every type of tripping of the circuit breaker: • Tripping of the ETU due to overcurrent (overload, short-circuit, …) • Tripping of the ETU by the residual current module Rc •...
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Accessories 3.2 Electromechanical accessories If both auxiliary contact modules are installed, up to 19 auxiliary contacts CLOSED / OPEN are available. Configuration AUX 4CO / 2CO + 2CO AUX 15CO 4 auxiliary contacts (internal) Additional external 15 auxili‐ ary contacts Standard contact ✓...
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Accessories 3.2 Electromechanical accessories Tripped signaling switch via auxiliary release (S25) The tripped signaling switch via auxiliary release (S25) signals tripping of the circuit breaker by the shunt release or undervoltage release. The tripped signaling switch via auxiliary release (S25) can only be used for 3VA27 molded case circuit breakers with toggle.
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Accessories 3.2 Electromechanical accessories Standard contact Contact for digital signal Breaking capacity 24 V — 0.1 A 125 V 0.3 A at 0 ms — 250 V 0.15 A at 0 ms — 250 V 5 A at cosφ 1 —...
Accessories 3.3 Accessories for communication link, remote switching, and I/O modules Accessories for communication link, remote switching, and I/O modules ① Position signaling switch of the circuit breaker in the guide frame (COM PSS), not shown in the figure. ② Breaker Connect module, external power supply ③...
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Accessories 3.3 Accessories for communication link, remote switching, and I/O modules Unlike the position signaling switch PSS, whose signals are available at the auxiliary conductor terminal system (see Section Auxiliary, alarm, and signaling switches (Page 100)), the position signaling switch COM PSS only signals two different states: •...
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You will find information about the entire communications system, the ordering options, data structures, and installation instructions, and the Modbus data structure as an Excel file on the Internet at Siemens Online Support (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ document/109750691/3wl10-kommunikations%C3%BCbersicht?dti=0&lc=en-WW). Digital I/O module IOM040 These modules are suitable for all electronic trip units of the 6-series.
Accessories 3.4 Rotary operators Rotary operators 3.4.1 Door mounted rotary operator With the door mounted rotary operator installed, it is possible to operate the circuit breaker through the panel door without opening the door. The door mounted rotary operator is only available for 3VA27 circuit breakers with toggle. ①...
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Accessories 3.4 Rotary operators The door interlock can be overridden by a deliberate action. This is done by pressing the door interlocking pin on the left side of the masking plate with a sharp object (e.g. a narrow screwdriver). This means that the door can be opened with the operator in position ON so that maintenance can be carried out, for example.
Accessories 3.4 Rotary operators 3.4.2 Front mounted rotary operator The front mounted rotary operator with door interlock is a rotary operator that is located directly on the circuit breaker and can be installed both in the control cabinet and through the control cabinet door.
Accessories 3.5 External accessories Locking The circuit breaker can be locked via the front mounted rotary operator in three different ways. 1. On the handle: With up to three padlocks (5-7 mm diameter) 2. On the rotary operator: With up to three padlocks (5-7 mm diameter) 3.
Accessories 3.5 External accessories The start page of the DSP800 displays the status and maximum current of all devices. All the detailed information about individual devices can be selected via the efficiently structured menu. This includes: • Measured values such as current, voltage and energy values •...
Accessories 3.5 External accessories ∑ = ! 0 3WL10 3VA27 External current transformer for N conductor 3.5.3.2 External CT for grounding conductors of the main power supply (grounded transformer star point) G_ret using the ground fault return Currents in the grounding conductor of the transformer star point can be directly measured with high accuracy using this toroidal-core transformer and can be evaluated with the ETU660 (LSIG).
Accessories 3.5 External accessories 3.5.3.3 Summation current transformer Rc CT Residual currents of 3 A to 30 A can be measured with a summation current transformer and evaluated by electronic trip units of the 6-series, which is equipped with a rating plug for residual current protection and the metering function MF Advanced.
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Accessories 3.5 External accessories Protective covers to prevent unintended mechanical operation With this protective device, the circuit breaker can be protected from unintended operation. It is mounted on the safety cover of the circuit breaker. The pushbutton protection device prevents operation of the OFF and ON button unless the special key is used.
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Accessories 3.5 External accessories mechanical ON and/or OFF for padlocks. It is not possible to use both the protective cover and the locking provision for padlocking at the same time. The padlocks or padlock support are not included in the scope of delivery of the locking provision and must be provided by the customer.
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Accessories 3.5 External accessories Interlocks in the withdrawable circuit breaker frame ① Locking device against movement of the withdrawable CB, Ronis lock, in the breaker position DISCONNECT, TEST, or CONNECT ② Locking mechanism to prevent movement of the withdrawable CB with padlock, in the breaker position DISCONNECT, TEST, or CONNECT ③...
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Accessories 3.5 External accessories Locking is performed on the guide frame with up to three padlocks (diameter 8 mm / 0.32"). The circuit breaker can then no longer be racked in or out. The padlocks are not included in the scope of delivery of the locking device and must be provided by the customer.
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Accessories 3.5 External accessories ① Mutual mechanical interlocking With the interlocking devices, two circuit breakers can be mutually interlocked. The interlocking device only ever releases one circuit breaker at a time, thereby ensuring that only the released circuit breaker can be operated. The other circuit breaker remains in the safe OPEN position and is blocked by the interlocking mechanism.
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Accessories 3.5 External accessories Withdrawable circuit breaker Here, the modules can be directly mounted on the guide frame; modification of the circuit breaker side wall is not required. ③ ② Locking mechanism to prevent opening, direct / Bowden cable These accessories prevent the control cabinet door from being opened in the following cases: •...
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Accessories 3.5 External accessories The cover frame is available in two versions: • Fixed-mounted breaker (top left in the figure) – 3VW9011-0AP01 • Withdrawable breaker (top right in the figure) – 3VW9011-0AP02 – 3VW9011-0AP04 IP54 protective cover The transparent protective cover protects the complete front side of the circuit breaker. In this way, degree of protection IP 54 is achieved.
Accessories 3.5 External accessories 3.5.5 Support for floor fixation (fixed breaker) All circuit breakers can be mounted on the wall by their rear face or on the floor (see Section Mounting and connecting the device (Page 154)). To implement floor mounting for a fixed-mounted circuit breaker, mounting feet are provided as additional accessories.
Accessories 3.6 Breaker Data Adapters and test devices Breaker Data Adapters and test devices 3.6.1 Overview TD310 with circuit breaker PC – TD410 with circuit breaker PC – TD420 with circuit breaker Functions of the TD310 + connection Functions of the TD410 + test function‐ •...
3.6 Breaker Data Adapters and test devices The powerservice software can be found in the SIOS Portal (https:// support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109749079). Note On the circuit breaker, the connection from the ETU to the trip coil and its ability to function can only be electromechanically tested after a fault, maintenance, or modification of the device. The...
Accessories 3.6 Breaker Data Adapters and test devices 3.6.4 TD420 test device The TD420 test device has the functionality of the TD410 with added test and storage options. It can be used with all electronic trip units of the 3- and 6-series. Function scope: •...
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Note powerconfig is commissioning and maintenance software for all communication-capable SENTRON products from Siemens. With this software, the circuit breaker can be parameterized and commissioned and its settings can be archived and, in the operating phase, values from the plant (current, voltage, etc.) can be read out and the status of the circuit breaker can be acquired.
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Application planning The following chapter contains information about the circuit breaker itself and on installation / mounting of the circuit breaker within the overall system. It is aimed both at planning engineers and at control panel or switchboard manufacturers. See also Accessories for connection and insulation (Page 87) Types of installation and installation locations The circuit breaker is designed to be operated in enclosed rooms in which the operating...
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Application planning 4.1 Types of installation and installation locations Vertical Horizontal Horizontal Vertical - Ceiling Floor mount‐ right mounting left rotated 180° Wall mounting Fixed-mounted breaker ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Withdrawable breaker ✓ ✓ ✓ With front mounted ro‐ ✓...
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Application planning 4.1 Types of installation and installation locations Connection versions - overview Numerous connection versions are available (see also Section Accessories for connection and insulation (Page 87)). All versions can be used both for floor mounting and for rear wall mounting: •...
Application planning 4.1 Types of installation and installation locations 4.1.2 Degree of protection The circuit breaker has the following degrees of protection (fixed-mounted breaker and withdrawable breaker): • IP20 for circuit breakers, except for the terminals • IP30 for the front of the circuit breaker if installed in switchboards with a door sealing frame IP30 (see Chapter Accessories for connection and insulation (Page 87)) •...
+70 °C, too, the rated current is not reduced (derating, see below). The display of the electronic trip units of the 6-series is active over the entire operating range. The permissible storage temperature in original Siemens packaging is between -40 °C and +70 °C.
Application planning 4.1 Types of installation and installation locations Note All values refer to the withdrawable breakers and fixed-mounted breakers and to the conductor cross-sections stated in the table in Section Installation in the switchboard (Page 138) and to the overriding standard IEC 60947. The values do not apply to all mounting conditions for circuit breakers and may deviate depending upon factors such as packing density, ventilation, internal separation of the installation, etc.
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Application planning 4.1 Types of installation and installation locations Rated opera‐ Min. cop‐ Ambient temperature tional cur‐ per cross < 40 °C 45 °C 50 °C 55 °C 60 °C 65 °C 70 °C rent I section 1000 1000 1000 1000 100% 100% 100%...
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Application planning 4.1 Types of installation and installation locations Rated opera‐ Min. cop‐ Ambient temperature tional cur‐ per cross < 40 °C 45 °C 50 °C 55 °C 60 °C 65 °C 70 °C rent I section 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 100% 100%...
Application planning 4.1 Types of installation and installation locations Note All values refer to the withdrawable breakers and fixed-mounted breakers and to the conductor cross-sections stated in the table in Section Installation in the switchboard (Page 138) and to the overriding standard IEC 60947. The values do not apply to all mounting conditions for circuit breakers and may deviate depending upon factors such as packing density, ventilation, internal separation of the installation, etc.
Application planning 4.1 Types of installation and installation locations See also Use in IT systems (Page 137) 4.1.7 Electromagnetic compatibility The user of specific devices in an industrial environment can result in electromagnetic interference in the electrical installation. The circuit breaker has been developed and tested for electromagnetic compatibility in compliance with IEC 60947-2, Annexes J and F.
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Application planning 4.1 Types of installation and installation locations 3WL10 1 circuit breaker per panel width section in the switchboard Circuit breaker power with rear terminals for main circuit con‐ nection Horizontally oriented Vertically oriented Busbar Com‐ Ambient temperature Ambient temperature connection part‐...
Application planning 4.2 Power supply, grounding, and connection 2 circuit breakers per panel width section in the switchboard Circuit breaker power with rear terminals for main circuit con‐ nection Horizontally oriented Vertically oriented Busbar Com‐ Ambient temperature Ambient temperature connection part‐...
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Application planning 4.2 Power supply, grounding, and connection Cables and busbars and connection methods The connection bars and cables can be connected directly to the air circuit breaker. The cables and busbars can be made of the following materials: • Copper •...
Application planning 4.2 Power supply, grounding, and connection 4.2.1 Power supply, grounding, and connection Connections, fixed-mounted version ∅ [in] [in] [in] [in] [in] [in] [in] [in] [lb-in] Vertically orientable — — 12.5 12.5 25±0. rear terminals [1.58] [0.39] [0.49] [0.43] [0.49] [354]...
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Application planning 4.2 Power supply, grounding, and connection [mm] Horizontal front terminals Vertical front terminals 1000 2 x 50 x 10 ✓ — 2 x 50 x 8 — ✓ 1250 2 x 50 x 10 ✓ — 2 x 50 x 8 —...
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Application planning 4.2 Power supply, grounding, and connection Means of connection, cables ∅ A ∅ [mm] [mm] [lb-in] Connections of the fixed-mounted breaker version Circular conductor termi‐ 21.5 120 to 240 nal, [380.6] adapter 4x240 * Tightening torque The following applies to connecting bars to horizontally / vertically orientable rear terminals for main circuit connection: Rated uninterrupted cur‐...
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Application planning 4.2 Power supply, grounding, and connection Connections, withdrawable version ∅ [in] [in] [in] [in] [in] [in] [in] [in] [lb-in] Vertically orientable rear — — 12.5 12.5 25±0. terminals for main circuit [1.58] [0.39] [0.49] [0.43] [0.49] [354] connection [0.98±...
Smallest distance 1000 V acc. to IEC 61439: 14 mm Siemens recommendation: 25 mm • Isolating distances within the switchboard panel To observe the isolating distances inside the panel, the following minimum dimensions for the interior of the panel must be observed: ...
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Application planning 4.2 Power supply, grounding, and connection Connection Article No. Insulation requirement 3VW9011-0AL71 E + F 3VW9011-0AL72 3VW9011-0AL01 — 3VW9011-0AL02 3VW9011-0AL32 3VW9011-0AL33 3VW9011-0AL77 A + F 3VW9011-0AL78 B + F E + F 3VW9011-0AL73 B + F 3VW9011-0AL74 ...
If cables are used in the installation, the armature plates must be mounted at a distance of 150 mm from the connection. Communication planning Planning With the circuit breaker and the electronic trip units of the 6-series, Siemens low-voltage products offer an integrated communication concept together with the 3VA molded case circuit breakers and the 7KM PAC measuring devices. Features: •...
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Application planning 4.3 Communication planning • Simple integration into plant monitoring systems for monitoring – Status – Measured values – Alarms and warnings – Diagnostics – Maintenance • Significant additional benefits for the switchboard due to the possibility of connecting external input and output modules to the 3WL10 air circuit breaker •...
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Application planning 4.3 Communication planning For the remote control switch of the 3VA27, you require the version of the stored energy mechanism to be able to connect the device via the closing coil / shunt trip and Com Act when the spring is charged. The automatic spring charging motor is recommended for this. (Info: Opening the circuit breaker is always possible even when the spring is not charged.) Communication applications •...
Connection and commissioning Safety regulations and information DANGER Hazardous voltage • Disconnect the power supply from the circuit breaker (circuit and auxiliary circuits). • Make sure that the circuit breaker is disconnected from all power sources. • Switch the circuit breaker to the OPEN position and discharge the spring energy store. •...
Connection and commissioning 5.2 Mounting and connecting the device Mounting and connecting the device 5.2.1 Tightening torques at a glance Connection technology Tightening torque Connection Connection Connection methods - Connection method - Circuit breakers Cables and busbars [Nm] [Nm] Connections of the fixed-mounted breaker version Horizontally / vertically ori‐...
Connection and commissioning 5.2 Mounting and connecting the device 5.2.2 Mounting connections The rear terminals, horizontally and vertically oriented, are configured in the factory both on the fixed-mounted breaker version and on withdrawable breakers. All other connections are mounted on these or different basic connections (e.g. front terminal for main circuit connection for the fixed-mounted breaker, flange for the withdrawable breaker).
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Connection and commissioning 5.2 Mounting and connecting the device Front terminals for main circuit connection, broadened Front terminals for main connection, broadened are supplied unmounted with the circuit breaker • Screw the front terminals for main circuit connection, broadened, to the front terminals for main circuit connection.
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Connection and commissioning 5.2 Mounting and connecting the device Changing the orientation of the rear terminals for main circuit connection (vertical/horizontal) The rear terminals of the circuit breaker are provided unmounted with the circuit breaker. They can be mounted oriented horizontally or vertically. The following steps must be observed when changing the orientation of the rear terminals for main circuit connection (vertical/horizontal).
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Connection and commissioning 5.2 Mounting and connecting the device Mounting extended front terminals on the guide frame The extended front terminals are supplied unmounted with the guide frame. • Screw the extended front terminals on the guide frame to the unconnected flange and place the insulating caps on them.
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Connection and commissioning 5.2 Mounting and connecting the device Mounting broadened front terminals on the guide frame The broadened front terminals are supplied unmounted with the guide frame. • Screw the extended front terminals on the guide frame to the unconnected flange and place the insulating caps on them (see Chapter Mounting connections (Page 155)).
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Connection and commissioning 5.2 Mounting and connecting the device Mounting circular conductor terminals 4x 240 mm² on the guide frame The circular conductor terminals 4x 240 mm² are provided unmounted with the guide frame. • Screw the circular conductor terminals 4x 240 mm² to the rear terminals for main circuit connection.
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Connection and commissioning 5.2 Mounting and connecting the device Changing the orientation of the rear terminals for main circuit connection (vertical/horizontal) on the guide frame The rear terminals for main circuit connection of the guide frame are delivered completely mounted. They can be turned from the horizontal to the vertical orientation and vice verse if necessary.
Connection and commissioning 5.2 Mounting and connecting the device 5.2.3 Fixed breaker: Installing the circuit breaker 1. Mount the circuit breaker in the switchboard panel: Floor mounting: (For the drilling template, see Chapter Switchboard panel, hole and drilling templates, fixed breaker (Page 216)): –...
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Connection and commissioning 5.2 Mounting and connecting the device – Fasten the circuit breaker to the rear wall of the switchboard panel with 4 screws (included in the scope of delivery) with a tightening torque of 8.6 Nm. 2. Screw the busbars/cables of the main conductor paths to the connections of the circuit breaker (for tightening torques, see table Tightening torques at a glance (Page 154)).
Connection and commissioning 5.2 Mounting and connecting the device 5.2.4 Withdrawable breaker: Installing the circuit breaker / guide frame Coding the guide frame The coding of the guide frame prevents circuit breakers with incompatible characteristics from being inserted into the guide frame. When a withdrawable circuit breaker is delivered, the guide frame is already correctly coded.
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Connection and commissioning 5.2 Mounting and connecting the device Installing the guide frame 1. Install the guide frame in the switchboard panel: Floor mounting (For the drilling template, see Chapter Switchboard panel, hole and drilling templates, withdrawable breaker (Page 226)): – Fasten the guide frame to the base of the switchboard panel with four screws M8 x 25 (included in the scope of delivery) with a tightening torque of 21 Nm.
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Connection and commissioning 5.2 Mounting and connecting the device – Fasten the guide frame to the rear wall of the switchboard panel with 4 screws (included in the scope of delivery) with a tightening torque of 21 Nm. ① Insulating plate for extended front terminals, to be provided by the customer 2.
Connection and commissioning 5.3 Mounting accessories Mounting accessories 5.3.1 Installing accessories WARNING Hazardous voltage The front cover and terminal covers must only be removed when the circuit breaker is open. Follow all safety instructions in Chapter AUTOHOTSPOT. Put the circuit breaker into the OPEN position. Discharge the stored energy mechanism.
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Connection and commissioning 5.3 Mounting accessories as the operator, the contact system, the current conducting paths, the arc chute, and the electronics, for safety reasons, too. 1. Remove the front cover and the terminal covers of the circuit breaker to install internal accessories.
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– 4-pole circuit breaker: 2. Install the accessories as described in the relevant Operating Instructions (https:// support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps). You will find a few examples in Chapter Examples of mounting internal accessories (Page 174), too. 3VA27 molded case circuit breakers & 3WL10 air circuit breakers...
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Connection and commissioning 5.3 Mounting accessories 3. Wire the accessories to the terminals for auxiliary supply connection as required. All commands and signals for interaction with the circuit breaker pass through the auxiliary conductor terminal system and the auxiliary conductor terminals it contains or the CB Bus Module that is plugged in.
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Connection and commissioning 5.3 Mounting accessories Overview of auxiliary conductor connections version 3WL10 / 3VA27 - withdrawable circuit breaker On left: Breaker with handle operating mechanism On right: Breaker with stored energy mechanism 3VA27 molded case circuit breakers & 3WL10 air circuit breakers Equipment Manual, 10/2023, L1V30499596002-03...
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Connection and commissioning 5.3 Mounting accessories 4. Remount the front plates and terminal covers on the circuit breaker if they have been removed. Proceed in the reverse sequence from that for removal. 5.3.2 Examples of mounting internal accessories Mounting the actuator module Mounting the auxiliary switch AUX 4CO / AUX 2CO+2CO changeover contacts 3VA27 molded case circuit breakers &...
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Connection and commissioning 5.3 Mounting accessories Mounting the tripped signaling switch S24 Mounting the remote reset magnet RR 3VA27 molded case circuit breakers & 3WL10 air circuit breakers Equipment Manual, 10/2023, L1V30499596002-03...
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Connection and commissioning 5.3 Mounting accessories Mounting the mechanical operating cycles counter Mounting the undervoltage release (UVR) / auxiliary coil (ST/CC) 3VA27 molded case circuit breakers & 3WL10 air circuit breakers Equipment Manual, 10/2023, L1V30499596002-03...
Connection and commissioning 5.4 Function test of the ETU Mounting the spring charging motor Function test of the ETU WARNING Hazardous voltage The power supply of the ETUs through the main circuits must only be used after commissioning. Before the ETU can be supplied with power through the main current paths, the tests in the chapter on commissioning (see Chapter "Commissioning (Page 178)") must be performed.
Connection and commissioning 5.5 Commissioning Test Checks Protection function 1. Make sure that the circuit breaker is in the CLOSED (ON) position and that the main circuits are not test carrying any current. 2. Connect the ETU via the TD410 or TD420 test device with a laptop on which the powerservice software is installed.
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Connection and commissioning 5.5 Commissioning The following table describes the general testing of the circuit breaker and its installed environment: Items to be tested Checks Switchboard 1. Sufficient ventilation to avoid overtemperatures 2. Clean installation location, free of all installation waste (e.g. cables, tools, metal splinters) 3.
5.5.2 Procedure for testing the accessories To meet the high quality requirements of Siemens, this points are already tested if the circuit breaker is configured in the factory. The accessories therefore only need to be tested after installation or conversion by the user.
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Connection and commissioning 5.5 Commissioning Accessories to be tested Method Closing coil (CC) with 1. Supply power to the ETU with auxiliary voltage at the Breaker Connect module. actuator module COM ACT 2. Switch on the contacts of the actuator module. 3.
Connection and commissioning 5.5 Commissioning 5.5.3 Final tests After completion of the general and accessory tests, perform the activities in the final checklist table. Activity Description Circuit breaker open Put the circuit breaker into the OPEN position. Circuit breaker connected On the withdrawable breaker, move the circuit breaker into the CONNECT posi‐ tion.
Operation Operation 6.1.1 Opening and closing Closing and opening manually The air circuit breaker can be closed and opened manually with the pushbuttons on the front. ① Switch position indicator contacts OPEN / CLOSED ② "Mechanical ON" pushbutton ③ "Mechanical OFF" pushbutton ④...
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Operation 6.1 Operation Charging the spring energy store of the circuit breaker The spring energy store transmits its energy to the contact system during the opening operation of the circuit breaker and is then discharged. The contact system will now stay together with this energy to be able to withstand substantial short-circuits (I value of an air circuit breaker).
Software: powerconfig powerconfig is a commissioning and maintenance software for all communication-capable SENTRON products from Siemens. With this software, the circuit breaker can be parameterized, commissioned and its settings can be archived and, in the operating phase, values from the installation (current, voltage, etc.) read out and the status of the circuit breaker can be acquired.
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Operation 6.1 Operation Setting parameters with the rotary coding switch 1. Select the rotary coding switch of the protection release for which you want to set or modify the parameters. 2. Turn the arrow of the rotary coding switch to the required parameter value using a suitable screwdriver.
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Operation 6.1 Operation Setting the line frequency with the DIP switches 1. Set the DIP switches in the "Hz" area to the correct line frequency. Example line frequency 50 Hz: Entering parameters on the electronic trip units of the 6-series The parameters of each protection release are entered with the control keys of the ETU to the right of the display.
Operation 6.1 Operation 6.1.3 Racking the circuit breaker (withdrawable breaker) WARNING Hazardous voltage The circuit breaker must only ever be racked while it is open. • Switch the circuit breaker into the OPEN position. • Discharge the spring energy store. Inserting the racking handle 1.
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Operation 6.1 Operation Inserting the circuit breaker PUSH BEFORE OPERATING DISCON TEST CONNECT 1. Check that the position indicator on the guide frame is showing the DISCONNECT (DISCON) position. If a different position is displayed, use the racking handle to set the DISCONNECT position (see Section "Moving between switch positions"...
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Operation 6.1 Operation Retracting the circuit breaker CAUTION Risk of injury due to circuit breaker falling Take suitable precautions to be able to remove the circuit breaker safely. 1. Insert the racking handle, see Section "Inserting and removing the racking handle" above. 2.
Operation 6.2 Alarms Alarms The electronic trip units permanently monitor their own status and the status of all connected devices. Indications of the current status are output via the LEDs (electronic trip units of the 3‑series) or via the display / warning displays (electronic trip units of the 6‑series) of the ETU. Indications of ETUs of the 3-series = x I = x I...
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(0.5 Hz) with 2 s (0.5 Hz) with 2 s (0.5 Hz) with 2 s pause pause pause pause Internal configu- Contact Siemens Tech‐ ration error nical Support. Flashing slowly Flashing slowly Flashing slowly Flashing slowly (0.5 Hz) (0.5 Hz) (0.5 Hz)
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Operation 6.2 Alarms Alarm / status Measure / comment Temperature alarm Lower the ambient temperature or reduce the continuous operating current. Flashing fast Flashing fast (2 Hz) (2 Hz) Pre-alarm L, power flow is greater than 90% of the threshold value ...
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Operation 6.2 Alarms Alarm / status Measure / comment Circuit breaker in unde‐ Check the position of fined or faulty state the circuit breaker in the guide frame; check the functioning of the Flashing slowly modules signaling the (0.5 Hz) main contacts.
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Operation 6.2 Alarms Alarms of ETUs of the 6-series The electronic trip units of the 6-series indicate the signals and alarms on the display and with the warning displays. This LED ACT additionally indicates that the ETU is ready for operation. ①...
Operation 6.3 Troubleshooting Warning displays Warning display 1 Warning display 2 Alarm / status Measure / comment Pre-alarm L, power flow is greater than 90 % of the setting value I Temperature alarm Lower the ambient temperature or reduce the continuous operating current.
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Operation 6.3 Troubleshooting If problems occur that you cannot resolve yourself, Siemens will provide you with two-level support: • Level one: Contact Siemens Technical Support (see Chapter Product-specific information (Page 9)). Have the data of the circuit breaker in question at hand.
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Service and maintenance Safety regulations Only spare parts approved by the manufacturer must ever be used. The prescribed maintenance intervals and the instructions on repair and replacement must be complied with to avoid injury to people and damage to equipment. Safety measures Before work starts, the following steps must be performed: 1.
Service and maintenance 7.3 Maintenance intervals Tests during inspections and after tripping The following tests must be conducted during inspection, after tripping, and after lengthy storage under certain environmental conditions before re-commissioning. These can be performed with a TD310 test device to power the ETU. They are not absolutely necessary after delivery from the factory because the devices are 100 % tested before shipment.
Service and maintenance 7.4 Enclosure, terminals, and control panel Enclosure, terminals, and control panel 7.4.1 Checking and cleaning the housing DANGER Hazardous voltage Follow the safety instructions in Chapter Safety instructions (Page 11). Checking and cleaning the housing 1. Remove dust, traces of oil, and leaked lubricant with a clean and dry cloth. In the case of severe contamination, you can use a cleaning agent such as Henkel 273471, Chemma 18 or an equivalent cleaner.
Service and maintenance 7.5 Basic unit and accessories Basic unit and accessories 7.5.1 Removing the front plate and accessories For further maintenance, the circuit breaker must be partially disassembled: 1. Remove the front plates and terminal covers, see Chapter Installing accessories (Page 167). 2.
Service and maintenance 7.5 Basic unit and accessories 7.5.2 Cleaning and lubricating the tripping mechanism 1. Clean the points shown in the diagram below. In the case of severe contamination, you can use a cleaning agent such as Henkel 273471, Chemma 18 or an equivalent cleaner. 2.
Service and maintenance 7.6 Final tests 7.5.4 Testing the ETU Test with the TD310 Activation & Trip Box 1. Connect the TD310 Activation & Trip Box to the ETU. 2. Perform the trip test (see Chapter Application planning (Page 129) and Operating Instructions).
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Service and maintenance 7.6 Final tests 4. Perform the following operations ten times using the relevant accessories (including via remote access, if available): – Open – Close – Trip with the test button on the ETU Perform the operations in the following order: –...
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Technical specifications Technical data 3WL10 3WL10 air circuit breaker Breaking capacity Number of poles 3, 4 Rated current 40 °C 630, 800, 1000, 1250 Rated operational voltage AC (50/60 Hz) Up to 690 Rated insulation voltage AC (50/60 Hz) 1000 Rated impulse withstand voltage...
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Technical specifications 8.2 Technical specifications - 3VA27 Rated insulation voltage AC (50-60 Hz) 1000 Rated impulse withstand voltage Current-carrying capacity of the neutral pole for 4-pole circuit breakers Rated ultimate short-circuit breaking capacity 220/230 V 380/400/415 V 440 V 500 V 690 V Rated service short-circuit breaking capacity 220/230 V 380/400/415 V 440 V...
Dimension drawings 9.1 Fixed-mounted breaker Drilling pattern for wall mounting and cutout for rear terminals for main circuit connection version (horizontal/vertical) ① Cutouts (top and bottom) only required with rear connections 3-pole: 192.5 mm 4-pole 262.5 mm W 3-pole: 70 mm 4-pole: 140 mm 9.1.8 Fixed-mounted version with mounting support...
Dimension drawings 9.2 Withdrawable breaker Withdrawable breaker 9.2.1 Circuit breaker without connections ① Distance from CONNECT position to DISCONNECT position ② Rear partition for rear terminals 3-pole 4-pole 3VA27 molded case circuit breakers & 3WL10 air circuit breakers Equipment Manual, 10/2023, L1V30499596002-03...
Dimension drawings 9.2 Withdrawable breaker 9.2.7 Switchboard panel, hole and drilling templates, withdrawable breaker Dimensions of switchboard panel 3-pole 4-pole 3VA27 molded case circuit breakers & 3WL10 air circuit breakers Equipment Manual, 10/2023, L1V30499596002-03...
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Dimension drawings 9.2 Withdrawable breaker Hole pattern for switchboard panel door 305 mm 305 mm [12 in] [12 in] 281.5 mm 281.5 mm [11.08 in] [11.08 in] 2 mm [0.08 in] 100 mm 251 mm [3.94 in] [9.88 in] 49 mm 275.5 mm [1.93 in] [10.85 in]...
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Dimension drawings 9.2 Withdrawable breaker Drilling pattern for floor fixation and fixation on support plate 3-pole 4-pole Drilling pattern for wall mounting 3-pole 4-pole 3VA27 molded case circuit breakers & 3WL10 air circuit breakers Equipment Manual, 10/2023, L1V30499596002-03...
Circuit diagrams The basic state of the circuit breaker, which is used as the basis for the circuit diagrams: • Circuit breaker OFF, main contacts open • Withdrawable circuit breaker in "connected" position • Discharged • Stored energy operating mechanism with discharged spring 3VA27 molded case circuit breakers &...
Circuit diagrams 10.1 Circuit diagrams of accessories Note The following circuit diagrams each have a circuit diagram number. This number is shown again in Chapter Installing accessories (Page 167)in the diagram of the auxiliary conductor terminal block. 10.1 Circuit diagrams of accessories The connection diagram of the accessories and control wire taps shows details from left to right of the withdrawable circuit breaker by way of example for all circuit breakers.
Circuit diagrams 10.1 Circuit diagrams of accessories Digital I/O module IOM040, COM041 (PROFINET), COM043 (Modbus TCP), COM040 (PROFIBUS), COM042 (Modbus RTU): Of these three modules, a maximum of two modules can be installed. 110-240 V AC/DC: 3VW9011-0AT06 24-48 V DC: 3VW9011-0AT07 10.1.8 External I/O module IOM300 3WL10 / 3VA27 SE + 3VA27 toggle...
Circuit diagrams 10.1 Circuit diagrams of accessories 10.1.13 Time-delay device for UVR (external monitoring of UVR can be mounted on the DIN rail) 3WL10/3VA27 SE + 3VA27 toggle 10.1.14 Closing coil (CC) / shunt release (ST) / actuator module (COM ACT) 3WL10/3VA27 SE 3VA27 molded case circuit breakers &...
Circuit diagrams 10.1 Circuit diagrams of accessories 10.1.16 Auxiliary switch AUX 15, external 3WL10/3VA27 SE + 3VA27 toggle 10.1.17 Optional voltage input, external neutral for the metering function of a 3-pole circuit breaker 3WL10 / 3VA27 SE + 3VA27 toggle 3VA27 molded case circuit breakers & 3WL10 air circuit breakers Equipment Manual, 10/2023, L1V30499596002-03...
The article number system Note You can simply and quickly put together the article number of an individually configured circuit breaker using the Online Configurator. Online configurator for 3VA27 (https://mall.industry.siemens.com/mall/en/CN/Catalog/ StartConfigurator?configId=11&nodeId=9990301&kmat=3VA27) Online configurator for 3WL10 (https://mall.industry.siemens.com/mall/en/WW/Catalog/ StartConfigurator?configId=11&nodeId=10027213&kmat=3WL10&bookmark=) In the Online Configurator, impermissible combinations are automatically excluded in the article number.
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Appendix A.1 The article number system Example article number 3WL10, rated current 1000 A: Example article number 3VA27, rated current 1600 A: ...
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Appendix A.1 The article number system Position 11: Number of poles, neutral conductor, and type of mounting 3 poles / fixed-mounted breaker: 0 3 poles / withdrawable breaker: 3 4 poles, neutral left / fixed-mounted breaker: 1 4 poles, neutral left / withdrawable breaker: 4 4 poles, neutral right / fixed-mounted breaker: 4 poles, neutral right / withdrawable breaker: 5 Example article number, 4 poles, neutral left / withdrawable breaker:...
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Appendix A.1 The article number system 3VA27 - handle operating mechanism Alarm switch: Without alarm switch TAS + S25 TAS + S25 + S26 Example article number, spring charging motor 24 - 30 V AC / DC: Position 14: Auxiliary release - closing coil (CC) and remote reset magnet (RR) Without closing coil (CC) and without remote reset magnet (RR): A 3WL10/3VA27 - stored energy mechanism 24 V AC/DC: B...
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Appendix A.1 The article number system 30 V AC/DC: R 120 V to 127 V AC/DC: V 48 V AC/DC: S 220 V to 240 V AC/DC: W 60 V AC/DC: T 240 V to 250 V AC/DC: X ...
Appendix A.2 Menu structure of the ETUs of the 6-series Z option choice of communications module With this Z option, the communications module for the first slot is defined. A second communications module with a further Z option can additionally be selected from the list.
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Appendix A.2 Menu structure of the ETUs of the 6-series Menu structure Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 (main menu) Protective function Overload protec‐ Characteristic tion IEC 60255-151 SI IEC 60255-151 VI IEC 60255-151 EI Operating value Ir parameter [MIN...MAX] Delay time tr parameter [MIN...MAX]...
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Appendix A.2 Menu structure of the ETUs of the 6-series Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 (main menu) Enhanced DAS protection Enable Off, On protective func‐ Operating value I parameter [MIN…MAX] i_arc tion MCR protection Enable Off, On Operating value I parameter [MIN…MAX] i_mcr...
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Appendix A.2 Menu structure of the ETUs of the 6-series Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 (main menu) Delay time t parameter [MIN…MAX] protection Enable Off, On Enable tripping Off, On Operating value U parameter [MIN…MAX] Delay time t parameter [MIN…MAX] V-NBA protection Enable...
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Appendix A.2 Menu structure of the ETUs of the 6-series Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 (main menu) CB open CB closed individual Delay time parameter [MIN…MAX] Reset trip alarm. Function Deactivated Input 1 IOM040 Input 2 IOM040 CB open CB closed individual Delay time...
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Appendix A.2 Menu structure of the ETUs of the 6-series Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 (main menu) Measured values History Tripping list of trips Event list of events Measured values current graph current graph voltage graph voltage graph active power...
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Appendix A.2 Menu structure of the ETUs of the 6-series Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 (main menu) Change Circuit breaker Configuration settings 3P+N Hardware trip Off, On Temperature pro‐ Off, On tection Neutral conductor Enable Off, On protection...
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Appendix A.2 Menu structure of the ETUs of the 6-series Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 (main menu) Delay time parameter [MIN…MAX] Contact type Const. operated Off, On Min. activation time 100ms 200ms Power controller Signal source No trigger LT pre-alarm...
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Appendix A.2 Menu structure of the ETUs of the 6-series Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 (main menu) Baud rate 9600 bit/s 19200 bit/s 38400 bit/s Protocol 8, E, 1 8, O, 1 8, N, 2 8, N, 1 COM043 Modbus Force stat.
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Appendix A.2 Menu structure of the ETUs of the 6-series Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 (main menu) Display contrast parameter [MIN… MAX] Functions ST command Function Deactivated Input 1 IOM040 Input 2 IOM040 CB open CB closed individual ...
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ESD guidelines Electrostatic sensitive devices (ESD) ESD components are destroyed by voltage and energy far below the limits of human perception. Voltages of this kind occur as soon as a device or an assembly is touched by a person who is not electrostatically discharged.
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ESD guidelines B.1 Electrostatic sensitive devices (ESD) ESD seat ESD standing position ESD seat and ESD standing position Protective measures Conductive floor ESD table ESD footwear ESD smock ESD bracelet Cubicle ground connection 3VA27 molded case circuit breakers & 3WL10 air circuit breakers Equipment Manual, 10/2023, L1V30499596002-03...
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List of abbreviations Table of abbreviations Overview Table C-1 Meaning of abbreviations used in this document Abbreviation Meaning AC voltage Air circuit breaker Actuator module Auxiliary switch Closing coil Direct voltage Deutsches Institut für Normierung e. V. (German Institute for Standardization) DISCON DISCONNECT Electrostatic sensitive devices...
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List of abbreviations C.1 Table of abbreviations Abbreviation Meaning Remote reset magnet Ready to close signaling switch Short-time-delayed short-circuit protection (ST) Short-time-delayed short-circuit protection ST/CC Auxiliary solenoid Transmission Control Protocol Test Device Universal Serial Bus Undervoltage release Verein Deutscher Ingenieure (Association of German Electrical Engineers) Verein Deutscher Ingenieure (Association of German Engineers) Table C-2 Meaning of symbols and abbreviations...
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List of abbreviations C.1 Table of abbreviations Symbol/abbre‐ Meaning viation Short-time delayed tripping current; response current of S protection; short-time de‐ layed short-circuit release; short-time delayed short-circuit protection; delay time of S protection Conventional free-air thermal current Rated uninterrupted current Contact resistance of exposed conductive part ground Time of inrush current Ramp up time Safety clearance...
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List of abbreviations C.1 Table of abbreviations 3VA27 molded case circuit breakers & 3WL10 air circuit breakers Equipment Manual, 10/2023, L1V30499596002-03...
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