distribution boards and enclosures

Contents Type tested assemblies Internal separation Safe working Earthing arrangements page 22 page 23 page 24 page 25-26

Type A distribution boards page 27-28 & enclosures Non-standard configurations page 29 Type A enclosures dimensions page 30-31-32

Invicta 63Mk2 TP&N distribution board Dimensions and data Circuit protective device selector chart Incoming devices Extension boxes page 33-34-35 page 36 page 37 page 37-38

Invicta Panelboards Dimensions & data Incoming and outgoing devices Extension boxes Meter packs page 39-40-41 page 42 page 43 page 44

Prospective fault current Fault current assessment chart Harmonics

page 45-46 page 47

page 48

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distribution boards and enclosures type tested assemblies

Introduction The Harmonised Standard to which consumer units, distribution boards and panelboards are manufactured is BS EN 60439. The title of this Standard is Specification for low voltage switchgear and control gear assemblies. Part 1 covers the general requirements. BS EN 60439-1 defines a Type Tested Assembly as: A low voltage switchgear and control gear assembly conforming to an established type or system without deviations likely to influence the performance from the typical Assembly verified to be in accordance with this Standard. Furthermore, an Assembly is defined as: A combination of one or more low voltage switching devices together with associated control, measuring, signalling, protective, regulating equipment etc., completely assembled under the responsibility of the manufacturer with all the internal electrical and mechanical interconnections and structural parts. This means in practice that the design of the assembly by the manufacturer has been tested with all its components fitted and has met the criteria of acceptance by the Type Tests in the standard. These tests are for: Temperature rise limits Short circuit withstand capabilities Degrees of protection against ingress of liquids and solid bodies (BS EN 60529) Clearance and creepage distances (to prevent flashover) Mechanical operation of moving parts Dielectric properties of insulating materials used Effectiveness of circuit protection. All devices used in such assemblies will be required to meet their own product standards and be fully type tested. Arrangements of fully type tested products in an otherwise untested assembly are not covered by this definition in the Standard. The application of PTTA relates to modular products and accessories produced by a manufacturer that are installed in DIN rail enclosures or standard configured distribution boards, such that a customised assembly can be produced to meet the needs of a particular installation. Clearly, any such assembly on site must be carried out in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. Part 3 of the Standard, BS EN 60439-3, deals with the particular requirements for low voltage switchgear and control gear assemblies intended to be installed in places where unskilled persons have access to their use. This covers the supplementary requirements for enclosure distribution boards suitable for indoor use containing protective devices intended for use either in domestic applications or other locations where unskilled persons have access. Control and/or signalling devices may also be included. These distribution assemblies are for use on AC supplies, with a nominal voltage to earth not exceeding 300V. The outgoing circuits include short circuit protective devices, each having a rated current not exceeding 125A with a total incoming load current not exceeding 250A. In the UK, such equipment is referred to as a Consumer Unit and as such is covered by this Standard. However, additional requirements from annex ZA of the standard call for the assembly to have an additional test; this is known as the conditional withstand test. The condition is that the consumer unit must withstand a 16kA short circuit fault when protected by a 100A HRC fuse to BS 1361 type II. Further requirements are addressed by this annex: Means of isolation to be via a manual double pole switch disconnector Rated current of consumer unit is determined by current rating of incoming device. Outgoing protective devices can be MCBs, Fuses and/or RCBOs.

It is a requirement that products used within the assembly meet their own specific product standard e.g. BS EN 60947-3 for switch disconnectors. The aim of these tests is to verify inherent design safety. Testing is performed on sample assemblies and not routinely carried out on products to be put into service. Routine tests are carried out as part of a production quality assurance process and are aimed at detecting any faulty workmanship or materials. Routine tests are non-destructive, as limits of performance are not in question at this stage. Despite the fact that all these tests are carried out the installer of such equipment on site must still inspect and test equipment as required by part 7 of BS 7671. Manufacturers are not required to test every possible configuration of products that could be used in an assembly, but to test the most onerous. Manufacturers may also have products independently tested and certificated e.g. ASTA certification

* No diversity factors are applicable to consumer units, the incoming circuit and the bus-bar system must be able to carry their full rated current without exceeding the temperature rise limits.

Where distribution boards are used in configurations other than those manufactured and supplied as standard by the manufacturer, then BS EN 60439 recognises the use of Partially Type Tested Assemblies (PTTA). These are defined as follows: A low voltage switchgear and control gear assembly, containing both type tested and non-type tested arrangements provided the latter are derived (e.g. by calculation) from type tested arrangements which have complied with the relevant tests.

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distribution boards and enclosures internal separation

Internal separation The internal separation of assemblies is described in BS EN 60439, and is concerned with three main requirements which can be met by the suitable arrangement of barriers and/or partitions within the enclosure: Protection against contact with live parts belonging to adjacent functional units Limitation of the possibility of initiating and spreading arcing faults Prevention of the passage of solid bodies from one unit of an assembly to an adjacent unit When access to the interior of an assembly is required by skilled persons for the purpose of adjustment or maintenance, etc., the first objective should be to isolate the assembly from the supply before gaining access. In these situations, a Form 1 type of assembly (no internal separation) is suitable unless internal separation is required for other reasons, e.g. to minimise the probability of initiating arc faults. Where isolation is not reasonably practical for such operations then consideration needs to be given to the specification of an assembly with a higher degree of internal separation, preferably Form 4. Otherwise additional temporary barriers or screens would be required to protect skilled persons from inadvertent direct contact when working within the assembly. Working safely in a live assembly is a sensitive issue, in the UK the requirements of the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 must be complied with.

BS EN 60439-1 also takes account of those situations where it is necessary, for reasons of operation, to gain access to the interior of an assembly whilst it is still live. Four forms of internal separation of circuits barriers or partitions fitted within an assembly are specified in clause 7.7.

Forms of separation main criteria no separation separation of busbars from the functional units.

sub criteria terminals for external conductors not separated from busbar terminals for external conductors separated from busbar terminals for external conductors not separated from busbar terminals for external conductors separated from busbar

form form 1 form 2

type of construction type 1 busbar separation is achieved by insulated coverings , e.g. sleeving wrapping or coating type 2 busbar separation is by metallic or non-metallic rigid barriers or partitions

separation of busbars from the functional units and separation of all functional units from one another Separation of the terminals for external conductors from the functional units, but not from each other separation of busbars from the functional units and separation of all functional units from one another including the terminals for external conductors which are an integral part of the functional unit

form 3a form 3b type 1 busbar separation is achieved by insulated coverings, e.g. sleeving, wrapping or coatings type 2 busbar separation is by metallic or non-metallic rigid barriers or partitions type 1 busbar separation is achieved by insulated coverings, e.g. sleeving wrapping or coating form 4 type 2 busbar separation is by metallic or non-metallic rigid barriers or partitions cables may be glanded elsewhere type 3 all separation requirements are by metallic or non-metallic rigid barriers or partitions the termination for each functional unit has its own integral glanding facility

terminals for external conductors in the same compartment as the associated functional unit

terminals for external conductors not in the same compartment as the associated functional unit but in individual, separate, enclosed protected spaces or compartments

type 4 busbar separation is achieved by insulated coverings, eg sleeving, wrapping or coatings. Cables may be glanded elsewhere type 5 busbar separation is by metallic or non-metallic rigid barriers or partitions. Terminals may be separated by insulated coverings and glanded in common cabling chamber(s) type 6 all separation requirements are by metallic or non-metallic rigid barriers or partitions. Cables are glanded in common cabling chamber(s) type 7 all separation requirements are by metallic or non metallic rigid barriers or partitions. The termination for each functional unit has its own integral glanding facility.

Table 1

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distribution boards and enclosures safe working

Safe working Working safely in part of an Assembly with adjacent live sections cannot be ignored when considering forms of separation. First and foremost within the UK, the requirements of The electricity at Work Regulations 1989 must be complied with. Regulation 14 is particularly pertinent and requires that: No person shall be engaged in any work activity on or so near any live conductor ( other than one suitably covered with insulating material so as to prevent danger) that danger may arise unless: (a) it is unreasonable in all the circumstances for it to be dead; and (b) it is reasonable in all the circumstances for the person to be at work on or near it while it is live; and (c) suitable precautions (including where necessary the provision and use of protective equipment have been taken to prevent injury Regulation 4(4) in particular also applies to the provision and use of protective equipment. Effectively this means that where live working is being contemplated a risk assessment and judgement must be made for every situation by the Duty Holder.This must take account of all relevant factors, some of which include: the effectiveness of isolating the Assembly, the skill level of the personnel carrying out the work the level of separation within the Assembly the suitability of the separating barriers within the Assembly for the task being considered, the effectiveness of using temporary protective measures use of the correct tools, instruments and other work equipment use of warning signs, etc. Confidence Low-voltage Assemblies, by the nature of their application, may be installed for many years before they are called on to operate close to their intended capability, for example, under planned expansion or fault conditions. As a result, any marginal performance in the design may not be evident immediately. With a TTA concerns of this nature are eliminated. The design is proven through comprehensive Type Testing and there are no subjective elements in the design verification process. This is an invaluable attribute in user confidence. Low-voltage Directive The Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 1994, better known as The Low-voltage Directive requires all electrical equipment to be safe in its intended use. As Low-voltage switchgear has a basic safety function it must not only be safe to use, but must also be capable of performing its safety related duties in respect of problems elsewhere, in effect a double responsibility. If challenged by the enforcing authorities, all manufacturers and * Duty Holders must be able to demonstrate they have met their obligations in respect of this onerous and statutory duty. There are several routes to demonstrating compliance, but the most readily and widely used is through unquestionable conformance to appropriate Mandated Standards. In the case of Low-voltage Assemblies, this is covered by BS EN 60439 - 1, with TTA being the less subjective option. This removes any doubts relating to design performance and provides the assurance this Act requires. * Duty Holder The term used within the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 to refer to the person appointed to be responsible for the electrical equipment, systems and conductors and any work or activities being carried out on or near electrical equipment. The Duty Holder must be competent and may be the employer, or a self-employed person.

Switchboard manufacturers therefore cannot give all-embracing assurances for safe working, according to the form of separation with parts of the Assembly energised. Specifying a particular form of separation will not guarantee this for any given Form number. It can only be provided on a case by case basis depending on the work to be done. This is recognised fully in the Standard and requires a separate agreement between Manufacturer and User, as detailed in clause 7.4 and Annex E. Note: for further reference see HSE publication Electricity at Work Safe Working Practices HSG85. Using a Type Tested Assembly (TTA) offers many advantages. Some relate to longer term requirements while others assist in meeting statutory obligations.

Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 All manufacturers of Low-voltage Assemblies and Duty Holders responsible for their use, are obligated by these Statutory Safety Regulations. The provision and use of TTAs through tested designs, assists in demonstrating compliance with the following two Regulations: Regulation 4 (1): All systems shall at all times be of such construction as to prevent, so far as is reasonably practical, danger. Regulation 5: No electrical equipment shall be put into use where its strength and capability may be exceeded in such a way as may give rise to danger. It is therefore advantageous and prudent to use a TTA whenever practical. Commercial Considerations TTAs are of a proven design. Their design costs are high, but are recouped over time through efficient use of manufacturing processes and materials. The closer the PTTA (Partially Type Tested Assembly) is to a TTA, then design for the particular Assembly is minimised. Marketing information shows that TTAs are the same price as an equivalent PTTA for the majority of applications. Overall the TTA is therefore a more attractive option..

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distribution boards and enclosures earthing arrangements

Electrical installations in the UK generally have one of the following earthing arrangements - TN-S, TN-C-S or TT. TN-S earthing arrangement
Suppliers Transformer
L1

Less common arrangements are TN-C & IT. These tend only to be used on specialised installations. TN-S Earthing Arrangement The LV network cables on TN-S systems have separate earth and neutral conductors and are usually routed underground; the cable has a lead sheath that is grounded at the supply transformer. TN-S systems are mainly found in older properties in urban locations and were the most common arrangement used before PME systems. (See TN-C-S Earthing Arrangements). The utility supply company will usually allow the installation earthing conductor to be connected to the lead sheath of the supply cable by a suitable clamp. To facilitate inspection and testing the connection must be accessible once installed. The connection must be labelled Safety Electrical Connection - Do Not Remove in accordance with regulation 514-13-01.

N L2 L3 Protective conductor

Exposed-conductive-parts

Three-phase Installation Source earth

Single-phase Installation

TN-C-S earthing arrangement

Suppliers Transformer
L1

Meter
0056467

Combined protective earth & neutral conductor (P.E.N.)

L2 L3

Service Cut-out
Safety Earth Connection DO NOT REMOVE

Safety Earth Connection DO NOT REMOVE

Equipotential Bonding Conductors Gas Water

Earthing Conductor

Main Earthing Terminal

Exposed-conductive-parts

Three-phase Installation Source earth

Single-phase Installation Additional source earth

TT earthing arrangement
Suppliers Transformer
L1

The impedance of the earth fault path on a TN-S installation is relatively low; disconnection of the final circuits can usually be achieved with conventional circuit protective devices such as fuses or circuit breakers. TN-C-S Earthing Arrangements TN-C-S or PME (protective multiple earthing) as it is sometimes called is the most common arrangement used today. The LV network supply cable is usually routed underground and cables have insulated phase conductors at the core. These are surrounded by an armour style arrangement of smaller wires which make up the P.E.N. (protective earth and neutral) conductor. The P.E.N. conductor is earthed at the supply transformer and at multiple points along its length. The supply company will connect the installation earthing conductor to the P.E.N. conductor at the cutout.

N L2 L3

Exposed-conductive-parts

Source earth

Three-phase Installation Installation Earth Electrode

Single-phase Installation Installation Earth Electrode

One of the first considerations when selecting a distribution board is the earthing arrangement of the installation.
Meter

A system of letters is used to determine the earthing arrangement on a Low-voltage (LV) network The first letter defines the earth connection of the supply transformers secondary winding. T I = earthed = insulated from earth
Service Cut-out

0056467

Safety Earth Connection DO NOT REMOVE

PME

Earthing Conductor

Gas Water Equipotential Bonding Conductors

Main Earthing Terminal Neutral Link Connection Block

The second letter defines how the installation is connected to earth T = earthed N = connected to neutral Third and fourth letters may also be used to indicate how the installation wiring is earthed. C S C-S = combined neutral and earth throughout the installation = separate neutral and earth throughout the installation = separate neutral and earth throughout the installation, but combined at the cutout. The impedance of the earth fault path on a TN-C-S installation is relatively low. Disconnection of the final circuits can usually be achieved with conventional circuit protective devices such as fuses or circuit breakers. Any circuits that extend beyond the equipotential zone must not form part of the TN-C-S installation and should be treated as TT systems.

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distribution boards and enclosures earthing arrangements

TT Earthing Arrangement The LV network supply cables on TT systems comprise phase and neutral conductors only. These are used predominantly in rural locations where the installation may be some distance from the supply authoritys transformer and often take the form of overhead lines. The electrical installation contractor is responsible for providing the earth by installing an earth electrode. Brass or copper-coated steel rod electrodes are the most common type in current use. The connection to the earth electrode must be accessible once installed to facilitate inspection and testing, frequently being installed in a small concrete pit. The connection must be labelled Safety Electrical Connection - Do Not Remove in accordance with regulation 514-13-01.

Meter
0056467

Residual Current Devices

Service Cut-out Earthing Conductor

Safety Earth Connection DO NOT REMOVE

Equipotential Bonding Conductors Gas Water

Main Earthing Terminal

Earth Electrode

The impedance of the earth fault path on a TT installation is relatively high. Disconnection of the final circuits may be difficult to achieve with conventional circuit protective devices such as fuses or circuit breakers, and the most common solution is to use Residual Current Devices (RCDs). In many cases the supply company may require the provision of a residual current device as a condition in its supply regulations. Construction site installations will generally have a TT earthing arrangement.

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distribution boards and enclosures type A distribution boards & enclosures

Distribution boards There are two types of distribution boards used to supply final circuits, type A or B, the main difference being in the busbar arrangements. Type A boards utilise a horizontal busbar system, whereas type B distribution boards employ a vertical busbar system. Both types can be used for single and three-phase distribution systems, but it is more common for type A to be used for single-phase installations and type B for three-phase installations. Single-phase Distribution Boards Single-phase domestic installations use a consumer control unit, more commonly referred to as a consumer unit. Hager consumer units are manufactured and comply with BS EN 60439-3 and are a type-tested assembly. The units have undergone an extensive testing program to ensure safe operation under both normal and abnormal conditions. The units are subject to a fault current test of 16kA, as detailed in annex ZA of BS EN 60439-3, corresponding to the maximum prospective fault current quoted by the Public Electricity Suppliers for domestic installations. The test is performed on a unit fitted with approved devices and is given a conditional fault current rating of 16kA. However, this value is only valid when Hager devices are fitted into the unit. Hager offers over 150 standard units, sub-divided into six main types, each having specific qualities to suit different applications. Correct selection of the type of unit is essential in order to comply with BS 7671. Hager also offers a custom built service for non-standard configurations. Selecting of consumer units. An installation must be designed with the user in mind, requiring the designer and installer of electrical equipment to consult the Wiring Regulations for guidance. Consideration must be given to the earthing arrangements and other external influences. Section 314 of BS 7671 details the requirements for sub-dividing an installation into circuits in order to prevent danger, minimise inconvenience and facilitate safe operation, inspection, testing and maintenance. Consideration must be given to the implications of one protective device operating and removing the supply from all or large sections of an installation. Almost every installation in the UK uses BS 1363 socket outlets. Regulation 471-16-01 has wide ranging implications. The requirement here is for any socket outlet rated at 32A or less, which can reasonably be expected to supply portable equipment for use outdoors, to be provided with additional protection to reduce the risk associated with direct contact. It lists SELV, electrical separation or an RCD (Residual Current device) as the methods to be used. The most convenient is an RCD. In this case the device is being used as supplementary protection against direct contact so it must have the characteristics detailed in regulation 412-06-02(ii), i.e. a sensitivity of 30mA or less. Where residual current devices are used it is essential to consider how many circuits are supplied from a single device to avoid danger and inconvenience. Regulation 531-02-09 details that where residual current devices are used in series, their characteristics must be such that any intended discrimination is achieved. With residual current devices discrimination is achieved using time-delayed upstream devices. Split-load

Typical configurations include... Isolator controlled

100A DP Switch Disconnector

63/80/100A DP 30mA RCCB

hager
1 3 np 2 4

100A DP Switch
Disconnector
hager
1 3 np 2 4

hager
Test

0N

0N
1 ON

0N

0N

SB299

SB299
CD284U

Twin tariff

Split-load time delayed RCCB

100A DP Switch Disconnector

hager
1 3 np 2 4 2

63/100ADP 30m ARCCB

hager
1 3 np 4

100ADP 100m A'S' type RCCB

hager
Test

hager
Test

0N

0N

0N

0N
1 ON 1 ON

SB299

SB299

CD284U

CN284U

RCCB controlled

Twin RCCB
80ADP 100m ARCCB

63/80/100A DP 30/100mA RCCB

hager
Test

80ADP 30m ARCCB

hager
Test

hager
Test

hager
1 3 np 2 4

1 0N
1 ON 1 ON 1 ON

1 0N

S B 29 9
CD280U CE280U

CD284U

100ADP Switch Disconnector

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distribution boards and enclosures type A distribution boards & enclosures

suitable for Type of unit usually affording compliance with 3 1 4 T N T N C T T Switch Disconnector Controlled Twin-tariff Switch Disconnector Controlled RCCB controlled (30mA) RCCB controlled ( 100mA) Split-load Split-Load Time-Delayed RCCB Controlled Twin RCCB controlled S S 0 1 0 1 3 1 4 0 1 0 2 4 7 1 1 6 0 1 5 3 1 0 2 0 9 N/a N/a Installation of a consumer unit. A consumer unit is intended for use by unskilled and often uninstructed personnel. The unit must therefore be installed in such a way that no danger can occur whilst a person is carrying out any operation such as replacing fuses or resetting circuit breakers. Proper and adequate labels and instructions must be provided, particular attention must be given to sealing the unit to the appropriate international protection code to prevent inadvertent contact with live parts.

N/a N/a

N/a

Note: Where a unit is indicated as not affording compliance with 471-16-01, this can be remedied by the inclusion of an RCBO on the necessary circuits.

Cables adequately clipped (526-01-01) Cable sheaths not stripped outside of enclosure (526-03-03) and grommets used where appropriate (522-08-01)

Cable entry sealed to IP4X (412-03-02)

Enclosure sealed to IP2X ie blanks fitted (412-03-01)

Sufficient space to allow cables to bend into devices (522-08-03)

Unit adequately fixed (412-03-03) Enclosure material appropriate to the environment (522-06-01)

Protective conductors (earthing and bonding) sized in accordance with chapter 54 Appropriate labels provided (514-12-01 & 514-12-02) Circuits must be sub-divided (314-01-02), separated (314-01-04), protected by appropriate devices (433-02-01) and identifiable to protective device (514-08-01)

Circuit chart or test sheet must be provided (514-09-01)

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distribution boards and enclosures non standard configurations

Non-standard configurations Hager Vision consumer units are easily adapted to other configurations. This can be carried out on-site using Vision accessories or within the factory as part of the Companys custom built service. The inclusion of control products within distribution boards offers a neat and tidy solution that reduces installation time. Any Hager Din-rail mounted control product can be fitted into the Vision range of units or into any of the multi-service enclosures. fit VACC2 Din Rail conversion clips

cut and remove excess busbar

Multi-service enclosures Where a different type of enclosure is required e.g. material or IP code, or a larger capacity is needed, the various multi-service enclosures offer the best solution.

The enclosures are supplied with the Din-rail fitted, which can be replaced with Vision pan assemblies if required. In example the bottom din rail has been replaced with a VPA-16 pan assembly, to this an SB299 switch, CD284U RCCB an VACC9 split-load kit have been fitted providing a single-phase distribution board on the bottom row. The top din-rail row can house any modular control and automation products up to 18 modules in width. Hager technical support can provide a drawing similar to the one shown to enable easy selection and fitting of site-built distribution systems.

A1 7
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7
230 V ~

A1

10 11 12 hager hager

hager

hager

hager

LZ060

VG01C

VG01C

VG01C

EE171
1 2 3 4 5 6 A2

ES440B

EG200
2 4 6 8

ST303
8V~ 12V~

LZ060

ES463B

A2

hager

hager

hager

hager

hager
VG01B VG01B
Test

hager

hager

hager

hager

hager

hager

hager
1 3 np 2 4

VG01B

VG01B

1 ON

1 ON

1 ON

1 ON 1 ON

1 ON

1 ON

1 ON

1 ON

1 ON

1 ON

0N

0N

SB299
CD284U

Invicta enclosures have been designed for use with Vision range terminal bars, pan assemblies and associated accessories..

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distribution boards and enclosures vision insulated enclosures - dimensions

insulated enclosure modular capacity (size) 4 (1)

width 167

height 193

depth 112

insulated range fixing centres A B C 94 135 128

cutout size 26 x 16 40 x 40 50 x 25 60 x 45

no. cutouts top bottom 3 1 5 1 7 1 11 1 13 1 4 6 8 12 14 -

back 1 2 3 4 5 -

6 (2)

220

231

112

106

165

162

26 x 16 40 x 40 50 x 25 60 x 45

10 (3)

291

231

112

220

165

235

26 x 16 40 x 40 50 x 25 60 x 45

14 (4)

383

231

112

306

165

306

26 x 16 40 x 40 50 x 25 60 x 45

18 (5)

455

231

112

378

165

378

26 x 16 40 x 40 50 x 25 60 x 45

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distribution boards and enclosures vision insulated enclosures - dimensions

metal enclosure width depth height fixing centres modular capacity A B C (width size) 6 (2) 220 112 231 108 165 163

knockout size 21 33 25 25 x 50 21 33 25 25 x 50 21 33 25 25 x 50 21 33 25 25 x 50

no of knockouts top bottom 4 1 6 1 8 1 11 1 4 6 8 9 -

left side -

right side 1 1 1 1 -

back 2 3 4 5

10 (3)

291

112

231

180

165

235

14 (4)

383

112

231

252

165

307

18 (5)

455

112

231

323

165

378

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distribution boards and enclosures JKA - dimensions

JK metal A boards and DIN rail enclosures

metal enclosure width depth height fixing centres modular capacity A B C (width size) 6 (2) 226 115 237 108 165 163

knockout size 21 33 25 25 x 21 33 25 25 x 21 33 25 25 x 21 33 25 25 x 21 33 25 25 x 21 33 25 25 x 21 33 25 25 x 21 33 25 25 x

no of knockouts top bottom 4 1 6 1 8 1 11 1 4 1 8 1 11 1 11 1 4 6 8 2 9 2 4 8 2 9 2 9 2 -

50

10 (3)

298

115

237

180

165

235

50

14 (4)

390

115

237

252

165

307

50

18 (5)

461

115

237

323

165

378

50

2 x 10 (3)

298

115

468

235

395

235

50

2 x 14 (4)

390

115

468

307

395

307

50

2 x 18 (5)

461

115

468

378

395

378

50

3 x 18 (5)

461

115

699

378

632

378

50

left side 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 3 -

right side 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 3 -

back 2 3 4 5 4 8 10 15

technical information - IP55 weatherproof enclosures Vector II - dimensions

cat. ref. VE103U VE106U VE110U VE112U VE212U VE312U a 175 190 210 302 427 552 b 110 164 236 310 310 310 c 93 113 114 151 151 151

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distribution boards and enclosures Invicta 63MK2 distribution boards

Three-phase distribution boards Circuit breaker boards on commercial installations are usually of type B configuration. The boards have a vertical busbar stack to which devices can be fitted horizontally, usually to both sides. Boards are manufactured and comply with BS EN 60439-3.. The concept for Hager commercial distribution boards... Invicta 63Mk2 TP&N boards Incomer options 100A 3P switch disconnector 125A 3P switch disconnector 250A 3P switch disconnector 100A 4P switch disconnector 5. (optional) select control and automation products 4. (optional) select extension or spreader boxes 3. select protective devices 1. select primary board 2. select incoming kit 250A 4P switch disconnector 125 3P MCCB 160A 3P MCCB 250A 3P MCCB 125 4P MCCB 160A 4P MCCB 250A 4P MCCB 250A 4P direct connection kit 125A 4P + 4P manual change over switch 200A 3P fuse combination switch 200A 3P + SwN fuse combination switch 63A 4P (AC3) contactor c/w 63A switch disconnector JK1003S JK1253S JK2503S JK1004S JK2504S JK1253M JK1603M JK2503M JK1254M JK1604M JK2504M JK2504D JK1254CO JK2003F JK2004F JK0634C

100A 4P (AC3) contactor c/w 100A switch disconnector JK1004C 63A 30mA 4P RCCB Invicta 63Mk2 TP&N Distribution Boards The Invicta 63Mk2 range is designed primarily for final circuit distribution for three-phase installations. Single phasing can be achieved by fitting the JK250SP single-phase conversion kit. Units are available with from 4 up to 24 triple pole outgoing ways, with a variety of incoming devices rated at up to 250A including fused combination switches and contactors . The range offers 322 different combinations of primary board /incomer configuration. Boards are available with glazed or plain doors and a wide range of accessories. Outgoing circuits are protected by circuit breakers and RCBOs, available in B, C or D curves from 0.5A up to 63A. (See selection chart). 100A 30mA 4P RCCB 100A 100mA 4P RCCB 100A 300mA 4P RCCB 100A 100mA time delayed 4P RCCB 100A 300mA time delayed 4P RCCB Cable spreader box small 250mm height - plain door large 400mm height - plain door Meter pack - multi function meter Invicta 63Mk2 TP&N boards Busbar rated current Enclosure degree of protection Enclosure material Door options Internal separation Busbar rated short time withstand current Configuration of triple pole ways Devices 250A IP3X or IP65 Steel or GRP Glazed or plain steel Form 3a 10kA / 1sec 15kA / 0.7sec 4, 6, 8, 12, 16, 20, 24 and 12 way split boards Single & three pole B curve circuit breakers Single & three pole C curve circuit breakers Single & three pole D curve circuit breakers Single pole switched neutral B curve RCBO Single pole switched neutral C curve RCBO Single pole & neutral B curve RCBO Single pole & neutral C curve RCBO Invicta 63Mk2 distribution boards In 2002 Hagers new Invicta 63Mk2 distribution boards were also accredited by ASTA. The first distribution boards within the industry to achieve ASTAs approval. ASTA remain the most respected industry body in third party testing. The certification provides you with significant guarantees in terms of both the integrity of the product design and an assured consistency in build quality. BS88 fuses BS1361 fuses Busbar blanking piece Din-rail blanking piece Vertical mounted extension boxes accepts 18 modules (1 row) - glazed door accepts 18 modules (1 row) - plain door accepts 36 modules (2 row) - glazed door accepts 36 modules (2 row) - plain door JK204E JK204E1 JK206E JK206E1 0.5 - 63A 0.5 - 63A 0.5 - 63A 30mA 6 - 40A 10 - 30mA, 6 -40A 10 - 30mA, 6 - 50A 10 - 100mA, 6 - 50A 2 - 30A 5 - 30A VG01B VG01C JK0634RH JK1004RH JK1004RM JK1004RL JK1004RMD JK1004RLD

JK201E JK202E JK240A

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distribution boards and enclosures Invicta 63MK2 - dimensions

Dimensions & Data

W C C1 F2

Note: If flush fitting, a cut-out of H x W x 100mm is required.

F1

H F

C2

Boards JK204P(1) JK206D* J2K06F* JK206P(1) JK208D* JK208F* JK208P(1) JK212D* JK212F* JK212P(1) JK216D* JK216F* JK216P(1) JK220P(1) JK224P(1) JK248P(1) JK266P(1) JK284P(1)

W 475 600 600 475 600 600 475 600 850 475 600 850 475 475 475 475 475 475

H 500 800 800 560 800 800 620 950 1150 750 950 1150 1050 1150 1250 1050 1050 1050

C 360 519 519 360 519 519 360 519 767 360 519 767 360 360 360 360 360 360

C1 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180

C2 57.5 57.5 57.5 57.5 57.5 57.5 57.5 57.5 57.5 57.5

F 399.5 719 719 399.5 719 719 459.5 869 1067 589.5 869 1067 839.5 939.5 1039.5 939.5 939.5 393.5

F1 419.75 469.75 519.75 469.75 469.75 469.75

F2 70.8 ** ** 70.8 ** ** 70.8 ** ** 70.8 ** ** 95.7 95.7 95.7 95.7 95.7 95.7

D 160 300 300 160 300 300 160 300 300 160 300 300 160 160 160 160 160 160

Weight kg Glazed Plain 12.5 12.8 38.3 30.6 13.5 14 37.9 31.5 14.5 15.3 43.7 37.5 17.5 18.3 44.2 56 24 25.2 26 26.6 28 29 24.2 26.2 24.2 26.2 24.2 26.2

either

or * fixing cables relates to F and D boards ** fixing by external brackets which extend from the outside of the enclosure 40.5mm to centre of fixing hole. Part reference: FL85Z for steel enclosures FL86Z for GRP enclosures

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distribution boards and enclosures Invicta 63Mk2 - dimensions

Dimensions & Data

Boards JK204P JK206D JK206F JK206P JK208D JK208F JK208P JK212D JK212F JK212P JK216D JK216F JK216P JK220P JK224P JK248P JK266P JK284P

IP Code 3X 65 65 3X 65 65 3X 65 65 3X 65 65 3X 3X 3X 3X 3X 3X

Material Steel Steel GRP Steel Steel GRP Steel Steel GRP Steel Steel GRP Steel Steel Steel Steel Steel Steel

Outgoing ways 4 6 6 6 8 8 8 12 12 12 16 16 16 20 24 4 protected 8 unprotected 6 protected 6 unprotected 8 protected 4 unprotected

Earth Bar 18 x 25mm2 24 x 25mm2 24 x 25mm2 24 x 25mm2 30 x 25mm2 30 x 25mm2 30 x 25mm2 42 x 25mm2 42 x 25mm2 42 x 25mm2 54 x 25mm2 54 x 25mm2 54 x 25mm2 66 x 25mm2 78 x 25mm2 18 x 25mm2 30 x 25mm2 24 x 25mm2 24 x 25mm2 30 x 25mm2 18 x 25mm2

Neutral Bar 14 x 25mm2 22 x 25mm2 22 x 25mm2 22 x 25mm2 28 x 25mm2 28 x 25mm2 28 x 25mm2 40 x 25mm2 40 x 25mm2 40 x 25mm2 52 x 25mm2 52 x 25mm2 52 x 25mm2 64 x 25mm2 76 x 25mm2 14 x 25mm2 28 x 25mm2 22 x 25mm2 22 x 25mm2 28 x 25mm2 14 x 25mm2

Main connection N M8 lug 50mm cage M8 lug 50mm cage M8 lug 50mm cage M8 lug 50mm cage M8 lug 50mm cage M8 lug 50mm cage M8 lug 50mm cage M8 lug 50mm cage M8 lug 50mm cage M8 lug 50mm cage M8 lug 50mm cage M8 lug 50mm cage M8 lug 50mm cage M8 lug 50mm cage M8 lug 50mm cage M8 lug 50mm cage M8 lug 50mm cage M8 lug 50mm cage

E M8 M8 M8 M8 M8 M8 M8 M8 M8 M8 M8 M8 M8 M8 M8 M8

lug lug lug lug lug lug lug lug lug lug lug lug lug lug lug lug

50mm 50mm 50mm 50mm 50mm 50mm 50mm 50mm 50mm 50mm 50mm 50mm 50mm 50mm 50mm 50mm

cage cage cage cage cage cage cage cage cage cage cage cage cage cage cage cage

M8 lug 50mm cage M8 lug 50mm cage

Pan Outgoing W assembly ways JK204PA JK206PA JK208PA JK212PA JK216PA JK220PA JK224PA 4 6 8 12 16 20 24 305 305 305 305 305 305 305

H 383 435.4 488.8 595.6 852.4 959.2 1066

C 230 230 230 230 230 230 230

F 10.5 10.5 10.5 10.5 10.5 10.5 10.5

Please consult us for split load pan assembly dimensions

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distribution boards and enclosures Invicta 63Mk2 - devices

NC116

NC320 MCBs type B RCBOs 1 mod 1 mod type B type C 30mA 30mA

AD119 fuse carriers BS1361 BS88 fuse & fuse carrier carrier (A)* (A)**

type C

type D

1 mod type B 10mA

1 mod type C 10mA

1 mod type C 100mA

1 mod 2 mod type C type B 10.kA 30mA 30mA

2 mod type C 30mA

BS88 fuse link

single pole 0.5A 1A 2A 4A 6A 8A 10A 16A 20A 25A 32A 40A 45A 50A 63A NB150 NB163 NC150 NC163 ND150 ND163 NB110 NB116 NB120 NB125 NB132 NB140 NC110 NC116 NC120 NC125 NC132 NC140 ND110 ND116 ND120 ND125 ND132 ND140 AD105 AD107 AD108 AD109 AD110 AD111 AD112 AD113 AD120 AD122 AD123 AD124 AD125 AD126 AD127 AD128 AC109 AC110 AC124 AC125 AC107 AC122 AD185 AD910U AD960U NB100 NB101 NB102 NB104 NB106 NC100 NC101 NC102 NC104 NC106 ND100 ND101 ND102 ND104 ND106 AD104 AD119 AC104 AC119 AD184 AD906U AD956U L113 (5) L50145 (2) L50145 (4) L50145 (6) L50145 (8) L171 L172 L173 L174

L50145 (10) L175

AE116Z AD187 AD916U AD966U L115 (15) L50145 (16) L176 AD188 AD920U AD970U L116 (20) L50145 (20) L177 AD189 AD925U AD975U L50145 (25) L178

AE132Z AD190 AD932U AD982U L118 (30) L50145 (30) L179 AD191 AD940U AD990U

three pole 0.5A 1A 2A 4A 6A 10A 16A 20A 25A 32A 40A 50A 63A NB300 NB301 NB302 NB304 NB306 NB310 NB316 NB320 NB325 NB332 NB340 NB350 NB363 NC300 NC301 NC302 NC304 NC306 NC310 NC316 NC320 NC325 NC332 NC340 NC350 NC363 ND300 ND301 ND302 ND304 ND306 ND310 ND316 ND320 ND325 ND332 ND340 ND350 ND363

1 pole outgoing blank - VG01B 1 module DIN rail blank - VG01C Note: please refer to individual device pages in the catalogue for benefits of 2 module RCBOs for other RCBO sensitivities please consult us.

*BS1361 - for spare fuses please consult us. **BS88 to order a complete set, order fuse carrier and link
example 2A version = L50145 + L171.

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distribution boards and enclosures Invicta 63Mk2 - extension boxes

Invicta 63Mk2 incoming devices The boards have been designed to accommodate incoming switches and associated cables within the primary board; switch disconnector incomers upto 125A are designed to fit within the board. Due to the larger cables generally associated with the higher circuit rated devices, larger incoming devices are supplied in their own enclosure which must be fitted beneath the primary board. The data in this table is applicable where a distribution board is fed with an SWA (Steel Wire Armoured) cable entering the enclosure below the main switch. Where the cable enters from the top an extension box is unlikely to be required. Incomer kit JK1003S JK1253S JK2503S JK1004S JK2504S JK1253M JK1603M JK2503M JK1254M JK1604M JK2504M JK2504D JK1254CO JK2003F JK2004F JK0634C JK1004C JK0634RH JK1004RH JK1004RM JK1004RL JK1004RMD JK1004RLD Terminal connection cage cage M8 cage M8 M8 M8 M8 M8 M8 M8 M8 cage M8 M8 cage cage cage cage cage cage cage cage Maximum cable capacity 50mm2 50mm2 120mm2 50mm2 120mm2 120mm2 120mm2 120mm2 120mm2 120mm2 120mm2 120mm2 50mm2 120mm2 120mm2 50mm2 50mm2 50mm2 50mm2 50mm2 50mm2 50mm2 50mm2 extension box recommended > 50mm2 > 50mm2 factory fitted > 50mm2 factory fitted factory fitted factory fitted factory fitted factory fitted factory fitted factory fitted 50mm2 factory fitted factory fitted factory fitted > 50mm2 > 50mm2 > 50mm2 > 50mm2 > 50mm2 > 50mm2 > 50mm2 > 50mm2 fitted size 1 size 1 size 3 size 1 size 3 size 3 size 3 size 3 size 3 size 3 size 3 5/26 2 size 1 size 3 size 3 size 1 size 1 size 1 size 1 size 1 size 1 size 1 size 1

Extension boxes extension box JK204E JK206E JK204PDH JK204PDF JK206PDH JK206PDF JK208PDH JK208PDF JK212PDH JK212PDF JK216PDH JK216PDF JK220PDH JK220PDF JK244PDH JK224PDF JK201PDH JK201PDF JK202PDF JK202PDF

neutral term. 20 x 25mm 35 x 25mm 16 x 25mm 40 x 25mm 16 x 25mm 40 x 25mm 24 x 25mm 60 x 25mm 24 x 25mm 60 x 25mm 40 x 25mm 100 x 25mm 40 x 25mm 100 x 25mm 48 x 25mm 120 x 25mm 8 x 25mm 20 x 25mm 16 x 25mm 35 x 25mm

earth term 20 x 25mm 35 x 25mm 14 x 25mm 38 x 25mm 14 x 25mm 38 x 25mm 14 x 25mm 38 x 25mm 14 x 25mm 38 x 25mm 14 x 25mm 38 x 25mm 14 x 25mm 38 x 25mm 14 x 25mm 38 x 25mm 8 x 25mm 20 x 25mm 14 x 25mm 35 x 25mm

modular capacity 18 36 12 36 12 36 18 54 18 54 30 90 30 90 36 108 6 18 12 36

pan assy. VPA-16 VPA-16 VPA-4 x 2 VPA-16 x 2 VPA-4 x 2 VPA-16 x 2 VPA-4 x 3 VPA-16 x 3 VPA-4 x 3 VPA-16 x 3 VPA-4 x 5 VPA-16 x 5 VPA-4 x 5 VPA-16 x 5 VPA-4 x 6 VPA-16 x 6 VPA-4 VPA-16 VPA-4 x 2 VPA-16 x 2

H (mm) 250 400 500 500 460 560 620 620 750 750 1050 1050 1150 1150 1250 1250 250 250 400 400

W (mm) 475 475 237.5 475 237.5 475 237.5 475 237.5 475 237.5 475 237.5 475 237.5 475 237.5 475 237.5 475

D (mm) 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160

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distribution boards and enclosures Invicta 63Mk2 - extension boxes

Application of extension boxes Cable spreader boxes can be used for extra cabling space or for the inclusion of non-modular products such as current transformers (CTs). Spreader boxes are available in two sizes for each of the Invicta ranges. The inclusion of control and monitoring devices in distribution systems is becoming increasingly common on electrical installations. Hager has developed its commercial range of distribution boards to enable the installer to add modular devices easily to any distribution board. Din-rail extension boxes have been designed specifically for this purpose. These have a modular capacity that is based on the width of a single pole circuit breaker; modular products are given a modular size, which enables the installer to identify the extension box required. E.g. A JK206E Din-rail extension box would be needed to house six TS206 Tebis TS lighting output devices. TS206 are four modules wide, so twenty-four modules is the total modular space needed, a JK06E has a capacity of thirty-six modules. Additional side extension boxes are available where cabling through an extension box is inpractiable. These are availale with either DIN rail ways or plain covers for cable ways in full or half width. For other configurations call the technical help-line on 0870 607 6677. The technical support engineer will be able to provide you with a drawing and list of products to suit your application.

JK216PSH half width side spreader box

JK216P 16 way TP&N board

JK266P TP&N split load board

JK206E 36mod extension box

JK202E cable spreader box

JK202PSH 400mm filler box

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distribution boards and enclosures Invicta panelboards

Invicta 125 & 250 Panelboards A Panelboard is the generic term for a type B distribution board that accepts moulded case circuit breakers as outgoing devices. Panelboards are larger versions of TP&N distribution boards, the main difference being that the maximum current of both incoming and outgoing devices can be much higher. Designed for sub-distribution of electrical circuits these Panelboards offer a versatile and cost effective alternative to cubicle switchboards. The concept for selecting and fitting accessories is similar to Invicta 63Mk2 TP&N boards. Invicta 125 Panelboard Busbar rated current Enclosure degree of protection Enclosure material Door options Internal separation 400A IP3X door closed Steel Glazed or plain steel Form 3a 125A outgoing ways only 2 x 250A outgoing ways plus remainder125A Invicta 250 Panelboard Busbar rated current Enclosure degree of protection Enclosure material Door options Internal separation 800A IP3X door closed Steel Glazed or plain steel Form 3a

Busbar rated short time withstand current 35kA for 1s unconditional Configuration of ways Total number of ways 6, 8, 12 or 18 6, 8 or 12

4 x 250A outgoing ways plus remainder 125A 8, 12 or 18 6 x 250A outgoing ways plus remainder 125A 18 Maximum prospective short-circuit level at point of application Incomer main terminals - outgoing HD/HN 16kA Incomer main terminals - outgoing HH/HN Incomer main terminals - outgoing HN only Incomer non-auto MCCB - outgoing HD/HH/HN Incoming non-auto MCCB - outgoing HH/HN Incomer H400 MCCB - outgoing HD/HH/HN Incomer H400 MCCB - outgoing HN only Incomer H630 MCCB - outgoing HD/HH/HN Incomer H630 MCCB - outgoing HN only JN223M JN224M JN243M JN244M JN223S JN224S JN243S JN244S JN244D 21 & 42 module 250mm & 400mm high Multi-function Incomer H800 MCCB - outgoing HD/HH/HN Incomer H800 MCCB - outgoing HN only Incomer options 400A 3 pole MCCB 400A 4 pole MCCB 630A 3 pole MCCB 630A 4 pole MCCB 800A 3 pole MCCB 800A 4 pole MCCB 400A 3 pole non-auto MCCB AC23 400A 4 pole non-auto MCCB AC23 630A 3 pole non-auto MCCB AC23 630A 4 pole non-auto MCCB AC23 800A 3 pole non-auto MCCB AC23 800A 4 pole non-auto MCCB AC23 800A direct connection kit Extension boxes Cable spreader boxes Meter pack 32 & 64 module 250mm & 400mm high Multi-function 25kA 35kA 16kA 25kA 25kA 35kA 25kA 50kA 25kA 50kA JF243M JF244M JF263M JF264M JF283M JF284M JF243S JF244S JF263S JF264S JF283S JF284S JF284D

Busbar rated short time withstand current 35kA for 1s unconditional Configuration of triple pole ways 4, 6, 8, or 12

Maximum prospective short-circuit level at point of application Incomer main terminals - outgoing HD 16kA Incomer main terminals - outgoing HH Incomer non-auto - outgoing HD Incomer non-auto - outgoing HH Incomer H400 MCCB - outgoing HD or HH Incomer options 250A 3 pole MCCB 250A 4 pole MCCB 400A 3 pole MCCB 400A 4 pole MCCB 250A 3 pole non-auto MCCB AC23 250A 4 pole non-auto MCCB AC23 400A 3 pole non-auto MCCB AC23 400A 4 pole non-auto MCCB AC23 400A direct connection kit Extension boxes Cable spreader boxes Meter pack 25kA 16kA 25kA 25kA

Devices Single & three pole HD & HH 125 frame MCCB 16 - 125A Busbar blanking piece Din-rail blanking piece JN201B (SP) VG01C

Devices Single & three pole HD & HH 125 frame MCCB 16 - 125A Three pole H250 MCCB Busbar blanking piece 125A way Busbar blanking piece 250A way Din-rail blanking piece 160 - 250A JN201B (SP) JF202B (TP) VG01C

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distribution boards and enclosures panelboards - dimensions

Dimensions & Data

Boards JN204P(1) JN206P(1) JN208P(1) JN212P(1) JF206P(1) JF208P(1) JF212P(1) JF218P(1) JF222P(1) JF226P(1) JF228P(1) JF242P(1) JF244P(1) JF248P(1) JF262P(1)

W 710 710 710 710 900 900 900 900 900 900 900 900 900 900 900

H 979 1056 1133 1287 1203 1308 1463 1720 1463 1203 1308 1463 1720 1308 1720

C 530 530 530 530 730 730 730 730 730 730 730 730 730 730 730

C2 90 90 90 90 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85

F 775 852 929 1083 999 1104 1259 1516 1259 999 1104 1259 1516 1104 1516

F1 758 758 758

F2 96.5 96.5 96.5 96.5 96.5 96.5 96.5 96.5 96.5 96.5 96.5 96.5 96.5 96.5 96.5

D 160 160 160 160 215 215 215 215 215 215 215 215 215 215 215

Weight (kg) Glazed Plain 40 45 50 56 73 81 91 96 88 74 79 89 99 78 99 46.25 49.64 55.05 61.84 82.19 89.93 101.1 108.08 98.1 83.19 87.93 99.1 111.08 86.93 111.08

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distribution boards and enclosures panelboards - dimensions

Boards JN204P(1) JN206P(1) JN208P(1) JN212P(1) JF206P(1) JF208P(1) JF212P(1) JF218P(1) JF222P(1) JF226P(1) JF228P(1) JF242P(1) JF244P(1) JF248P(1) JF262P(1) Outgoing ways 125A 250A 4 6 8 12 6 8 12 18 10 4 6 8 14 4 12 2 2 2 4 4 4 6 Earth Bars W 9 x 25mm 12 x 25mm 15 x 25mm 21 x 25mm 12 x 25mm 15 x 25mm 21 x 25mm 30 x 25mm 2 x 50mm 18 x 25mm 2 x 50mm 9 x 25mm 2 x 50mm 12 x 25mm 3 x 50mm 15 x 25mm 3 x 50mm 24 x 25mm 3 x 50mm 9 x 25mm 4 x 50mm 21 x 25mm X 9 x 25mm 12 x 25mm 15 x 25mm 21 x 25mm 12 x 25mm 15 x 25mm 21 x 25mm 30 x 25mm 2 x 50mm 18 x 25mm 2 x 50mm 9 x 25mm 2 x 50mm 12 x 25mm 3 x 50mm 15 x 25mm 3 x 50mm 24 x 25mm 3 x 50mm 9 x 25mm 4 x 50mm 21 x 25mm Neutral Bar Y 6 x 50mm 9 x 50mm 12 x 50mm 18 x 50mm 9 x 50mm 12 x 50mm 18 x 50mm 27 x 50mm 1 x M10 bolt 15 x 50mm 1 x M10 bolt 6 x 50mm 1 x M10 bolt 9 x 50mm 2 x M10 bolt 12 x 50mm 2 x M10 bolt 21 x 50mm 2 x M10 bolt 6 x 50mm 3 x M10 bolt 18 x 50mm Z 6 x 50mm 9 x 50mm 12 x 50mm 18 x 50mm 9 x 50mm 12 x 50mm 18 x 50mm 27 x 50mm 1 x M10 bolt 15 x50mm 1 x M10 bolt 6 x 50mm 1 x M10 bolt 9 x 50mm 2 x M10 bolt 12 x 50mm 2 x M10 bolt 21 x 50mm 2 x M10 bolt 6 x 50mm 3 x M10 bolt 18 x 50mm Main connection Earth Neutral M10 M10 M10 M10 M10 M10 M10 M10 M10 M10 M10 M10 M10 M10 M10 M12 M12 M12 M12 M12 M12 M12 M12 M12 M12 M12 M12 M12 M12 M12

Note: Additional 4 x M10 holes (JF) and 2 x M10 holes (JN) are provided on the earth bar cross link for lugging bonding conductors larger than 25mm.

W C

F H

Pan assembly Outgoing ways 125A 250A JN204PA JN206PA JN208PA JN212PA JF206PA JF208PA JF212PA JF218PA JF222PA JF226PA JF228PA JF242PA JF248PA 4 6 8 12 6 8 12 18 10 4 6 8 4 2 2 2 4 4

W 466 466 466 466 569 569 569 569 569 569 569 569 569

H 250 327 404 558 380 457 611 842 639 408 485 667 513

C 442 442 442 442 545 545 545 545 545 545 545 545 545

F 109 186 263 417 105 210 308 539 336 105 105 420 210

K 43.5 43.5 43.5 43.5 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70

L 43.5 43.5 43.5 43.5 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70

M M8 M8 M8 M8 M12 M12 M12 M12 M12 M12 M12 M12 M12

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distribution boards and enclosures incoming devices & outgoing devices

Adjustable incoming devices Reference JN 250A incomers JN 320A incomers JN 400A incomers JF 400A incomers JF 630A incomers JF 800A incomers Type Suffix M Suffix M Suffix M Suffix M Suffix M Suffix M Ith adjustments Min Max 200A 240A 320A 320A 505A 640A 250A 320A 400A 400A 630A 800A Imag Adjustments Min Max 5 x In 5 x In 5 x In 5 x In 5 x In 5 x In 10 x In 10 x In 10 x In 10 x In 10 x In 8 x In

Accessories for incoming devices Reference JN 250A incomers JN 400A incomers JF400A incomers JF630A incomers JF 800A incomers Extended Spreader connections links HY710 HY711 Shunt trip 12-60V HX701 HX701 HX801 HX801 HX801 110-230V HX704 HX704 HX804 HX804 HX804 400V HX705 HX705 HX805 HX805 HX805 Undervoltage release Auxiliary 230 400 contact HX714 HX714 HX814 HX814 HX822 HX715 HX715 HX815 HX815 HX823 HX722 HX722 HX822 HX822 HX822 Alarm contact HX723 HX723 HX823 HX723 HX823

Panelboard circuit breaker selection chart In 16A 20A 25A 32A 40A 50A 63A 80A 100A 125A 160A 200A 250A Single pole HD101/HH101 HD102/HH102 HD103/HH103 HD104/HH104 HD105/HH105 HD106/HH106 HD107/HH107 HD108/HH108 HD109/HH109 HD110/HH110 N/A N/A N/A Three Pole HD141/HH141 HD142/HH142 HD143/HH143 HD144/HH144 HD145/HH145 HD146/HH146 HD147/HH147 HD148/HH148 HD149/HH149 HD150/HH150 HN254 HN203 HN204 Invicta 125 Invicta 250 * * * Terminal capacity 50mm 50mm 50mm 50mm 50mm 50mm 50mm 50mm 50mm 50mm 120mm 120mm 120mm

not JF206P, JF208P, JF212P, JF202P or JF218P

120mm lugs provided up to 150mm cable can be fitted with suitable compression lugs

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distribution boards and enclosures panelboard - extension boxes

W

D
Extension boxes Extension boxes JN201A JN201E(1) JN203E(1) JN205E JN206E JF201E(1) JF203A JF203E(1) JF205E JF206E Modular capacity 21 2 x 21 32 2 x 32 Weight (KG) Glazed 15 8.91 13.27 12.45 15.94 17.94 -

W 710 710 710 710 710 900 900 900 900 900

H 250 250 400 250 400 250 250 400 250 400

D 160 160 160 160 160 215 215 215 215 215

Earth Bar M8, 18 x 25mm M8, 18 x 25mm M8, 18 x 25mm M8, 18 x 25mm M8, 18 x 25mm M8, 18 x 25mm -

Plain 8.91 13.27 9.25 13.84 12.45 17.94 12.68 19.36

P P P

Incomer kit JN incomers 250A JN incomers 320A JN incomers 400A JN244D JF incomers 400A JF incomers 630A JF incomers 800A JF284D

Max Cable Capacity Standard board 240mm

2

with spreader box 240mm

2

Max lug width M12 M12 M12 M12 M12 M12 M12 M12

N 56 56 56 46.4 60.5 60.5 60.5 87

P 43.5 43.5 43.5 43.5 70 70 70 70

240mm2 240mm 240mm

2

240mm2 240mm 240mm

2

1 x 240mm2 1 x 240mm 1 x 240mm

2

2 x 240mm2 2 x 240mm 2 x 240mm

2

1 x 240mm2

2 x 240mm2

Note: Recommendations based on cables entering from the base of the unit as diagram above. Maximum cable capacity based on standard compression terminals (lugs), larger cables may be fitted with narrow ended lugs.

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distribution boards and enclosures panelboards - meter packs

Meter Packs Pre-wired meter packs rated at 400A for the Invicta 125 range and 800A for the Invicta 250 range of panelboards offer measurement readings for Amperes Voltage KWh KVar Power factor

Power usage can be monitored remotely through the pulsed output terminals. The meter is supplied in a 250mm high extension box that can be mounted above or below the Panelboard. The CT section is fixed inside the primary board below the incoming device and is provided with two purpose-fitted fixing points, with provision for a further four fixings. The cable connection is by M12 compression terminals onto copper bars extended through the CTs. A 400mm high cable spreader box is provided to enable easy connection and dressing of cables. The meter housing and spreader box are fitted in the same way as the extension boxes shown on page 37 As with extension boxes the meter pack is supplied without gland plates, these are removed from the Panelboard and refitted to the meter pack enclosures. The meter wiring loom is connected at the meter end and is marked up for easy identification for connection to the terminals on the CT plate. The mains wiring loom is connected at the CT plate and can be connected on either side of the main incoming device, the cables being provided with large ring terminals.

meter enclosure

meter

CTs

loom terminal connectors

control fuses

cable spreader box

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distribution boards and enclosures prospective fault current

Prospective Fault Current The electrical equipment used on an installation must be capable of operating safely when carrying both normal and abnormal currents. The largest current that equipment must be able to withstand is known as the prospective fault current. The level of fault current depends on the size of the supply transformer and any cable impedance between the transformer and the connected equipment. The magnitude of fault current is larger at the origin of an installation and lowest at the ends of the final circuits. The prospective fault current can be either Short Circuit Current, i.e. a fault between live conductors, or Earth fault current, i.e. a fault between live conductors and earth. The asymmetrical current consists of the symmetrical short circuit current superimposed on or offset by a dc component that decreases exponentially to practically zero within a few cycles. The asymmetrical short-circuit current peak determines the maximum mechanical stress to which the equipment may be subjected. The maximum peak current is about 1.75 times the peak symmetrical current, or putting it another way 1.75 x 2, i.e. 2.5 times the rms value of the symmetrical short-circuit current. Calculation of Prospective Short Circuit Current Several excellent proprietary computer programs are now available for calculating the prospective fault level at any point in the installation. They are also able to select the correct size and type of cable and match this with the correct circuit protective device. The formula for calculating the maximum prospective symmetrical three-phase fault current is... Pfc = transformer kVA x 1000 voltage x 3 x % impedance

The theoretical maximum fault condition at any point in a distribution system is termed the prospective fault current. This is the rms value of the current that would flow if a solidly bolted direct fault occurs at that point and pre-supposes that the voltage will remain constant and the ultimate supply source has limitless capacity. Therefore, the prospective fault current is limited by The impedance of the high voltage network feeding the supply transformer. The impedance of the supply transformer. The impedance of the distribution Network from the supply transformer to the point of fault.

To calculate the Pfc at various positions in the distribution system the open circuit voltage is divided by the sum of the impedance external to the installation and the impedance of the cables up to that point. For symmetrical three-phase calculations only the impedance of the phase conductors between the transformer and the point at which it is measured need be considered. The bolted three-phase fault does not use the neutral or earth path as a return and can be compared to a balanced three-phase load. Single phase fault Fault level I = 240V / (2x0.008) I = 15kA

In practice the voltage does drop, the fault does have impedance and the protective devices have finite impedance. Therefore the prospective current is theoretical and cannot be exceeded. The severity of the short-circuit fault is also controlled by the Power Factor which like the fault current, is determined by the circuit conditions up to the point of fault. However, the short-circuit power factor is not to be confused with the load power factor which is determined by the characteristics of the load itself. Power factor is effectively a measure of stored energy in the system. Hence if the power factor is low, there is a considerable amount of stored energy to be dissipated during the fault clearance. Also there will be a degree of asymmetry of the current wave due to the presence of a dc component. Asymmetrical Short Circuit Current When a short-circuit occurs in a circuit the resistance of which is negligible compared with the inductive reactance, the resulting short-circuit current has a dc component. This dc component has a maximum value when the short-circuit occurs at the instant at which the circuit voltage is zero. Since in a three phase system there are six voltage zeros per cycle, it is certain that there will be considerable asymmetry in the current flowing in at least one of the phases. If the fault occurs at any other point of the voltage wave, the resultant short-circuit is partially offset, that is to say, it contains a dc component of reduced magnitude.
V

0.008 240V

Phase impedance

0.008 PEN impedance

Three phase fault (2.00 x single phase fault) Fault level I = 240V / (1x0.008) I = 30kA

Phase impedance 0.008 240V

supply line to neutral voltage peak current dc component rms current

PEN impedance
short-circuit current

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distribution boards and enclosures prospective fault current

Estimation of Prospective Fault Current Actually calculating prospective short-circuit current is not in itself difficult but it does require basic data which is not always available to the electrical installation designer. It is therefore usual to use a simple chart or tables to estimate the prospective short circuit current. This method always gives a prospective fault level greater than that which would have been arrived at by calculation using accurate basic data. Therefore it is safe to use but sometimes may result in an over-engineered system. Example A system is being supplied by an 800KVA transformer, from table it can be seen that this transformer is capable of producing 23.4kA of fault current at its LV terminals. A 4 metre length of twin 240mm2 singles feed the main distribution panelboard. The impedance of this cable is ignored as it will have little impact on the fault current. Transformer maximum fault currents (assuming 4.75% impedance) FLC 400 289 455 722 909 1155 1443 1804 2165 Isc 400 6077 9572 15193 19144 24309 30387 37984 45580 On table 2 project a line along the 120mm2 conductor row until a length not exceeding 15 meters is found. Now a line is projected down onto the fault current table 2. On the Isc column of table 2 find the nearest value above 23.4kA, in this case it is 24kA now project a line along that row until it crosses the line projected down from the table above. Where these lines cross will give the approximate fault current i.e. 19.8kA. This process can be repeated for a 20 metre 50.0mm2 cable from this point, using the 20kA row as the Isc to estimate a fault current at the final distribution board to be 12.6kA. Where the prospective fault current is lower at the origin of the installation than the breaking capacities of all of the protective devices and withstand currents of the distribution boards no further assessment of the maximum fault currents is necessary.

kVA 200 315 500 630 800 1000 1250 1500

415 278 438 696 876 1113 1391 1739 2087

415 5858 9226 14644 18452 23431 29289 36611 43933

A 120mm2 sub distribution circuit is to be taken from the main Panelboard and runs for a distance of 15 metres. To estimate the fault current at the next distribution panelboard.....

Prospective Short Circuit Current (kA)

16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

0.55pf 0.61pf

0.86pf

0.94pf 0.96pf 0.98pf

Prospective Fault Current in Domestic Installations On single-phase supplies up to 100A the electricity supply companies generally recommend that any installation be designed to withstand the maximum system fault level of the distributing main. The declared fault level of the LV distributing main is 16kA (0.55 power factor). Some supply companies accept that the impedance of the service cable may be taken into account, as this is unlikely to change during the lifetime of the installation. The graph in Fig 1 shows the maximum prospective fault current at the incoming terminals of the consumer unit, for a standard service arrangement using a 25mm2 service cable, depending on the length of this cable from the point of connection to the LV distributing main. The service cable length for domestic and similar installations may be taken as the distance from the service position in the consumers premises to the boundary of the plot, assuming that the distributing mains cable is in the adjacent footpath.

0.1

10

100

Service Cable Length (Metres)

Fig 1

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circuit lengths in metres 4.0 8.0 20 3.0 6.1 15 2.4 4.9 12 2.4 4.9 12 2 4 10 1.5 3 8 1.2 2.4 6 1 2 5 1.6 4 1.1 3 2 1 1.0 40 30 24 24 20 15 12 10 8 6 4 3 2 1.3 60 45 37 36 30 23 18 15 12 9 6 4 3 2 1.2 80 61 49 49 40 30 24 20 16 11 8 6 4 3 2 1.0 100 76 61 61 50 38 31 25 20 14 10 7 5 3 2 1.2 140 106 85 85 70 53 43 35 27 20 14 10 7 5 3 2 1.2 200 152 122 121 100 76 61 49 39 28 20 14 10 7 4 2 2 300 227 183 182 150 114 92 74 59 43 29 22 16 10 6 4 2 400 303 244 243 200 152 122 99 79 57 39 29 21 13 8 5 3 500 379 305 303 250 189 153 124 98 71 49 36 26 17 10 6 4 1000 758 610 606 500 379 305 247 196 142 98 72 52 33 21 12 8 1500 1137 915 909 750 568 458 371 295 213 147 109 78 50 31 19 12 2000 1516 1220 1213 1000 758 610 495 393 284 196 145 105 66 42 25 17

distribution boards and enclosures assessment of fault current

CSA 2 x 240 2 x 185 2 x 150 300 240 185 150 120 95 70 50 35 25 16 10 6 4 Isc (kA) 50 44 40 36 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 Table 2 28.9 27.2 25.3 23.2 20.9 20.4 19.9 19.4 18.9 18.3 17.8 17.2 16.7 16.1 15.5 14.9 14.3 13.6 13.0 12.3 11.6 10.9 10.2 9.5 8.7 8.0 7.2 6.4 5.5 24.8 23.5 22.0 20.4 18.6 18.2 17.8 17.4 17.0 16.6 16.1 15.7 15.2 14.7 14.2 13.7 13.2 12.6 12.1 11.5 10.9 10.3 9.6 9.0 8.3 7.6 6.9 6.1 5.3 20.4 19.5 18.5 17.3 16.0 15.7 15.5 15.1 14.8 14.5 14.1 13.8 13.4 13.0 12.6 12.3 11.8 11.4 10.9 10.4 9.9 9.4 8.9 8.3 7.7 7.1 6.5 5.8 5.1 15.7 15.2 14.6 13.8 13.0 12.8 12.6 12.4 12.2 12.0 11.7 15.5 11.2 11.0 10.7 10.4 10.1 9.8 9.4 9.1 8.7 8.3 7.9 7.4 7.0 6.5 5.9 5.4 4.8 12.8 12.4 12.0 11.5 10.9 10.8 10.7 10.5 10.3 10.2 10.0 9.8 9.7 9.5 9.2 9.1 8.8 8.5 8.3 8.0 7.7 7.4 7.1 6.7 6.3 5.9 5.5 5.0 4.4 10.8 10.5 10.2 9.9 9.4 9.3 9.2 9.1 9.0 8.9 8.7 8.6 8.5 8.3 8.1 8.0 7.8 7.6 7.4 7.2 6.9 6.7 6.4 6.1 5.8 5.4 5.1 4.6 4.2 6.0 6.0 5.9 5.7 5.6 5.6 5.5 5.5 5.4 5.4 5.3 5.3 5.3 5.2 5.1 5.1 5.0 4.9 4.8 4.7 4.6 4.5 4.4 4.2 4.1 3.9 3.7 3.5 3.2 4.2 4.2 4.1 4.1 4.0 4.0 3.9 3.9 3.9 3.9 3.9 3.8 3.8 3.8 3.7 3.7 3.7 3.6 3.6 3.5 3.5 3.4 3.3 3.2 3.1 3.0 2.9 2.8 2.6 3.2 3.2 3.2 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 2.9 2.9 2.9 2.9 2.8 2.8 2.8 2.7 2.7 2.6 2.6 2.5 2.4 2.3 2.2

three phase fault current at the end of the circuit in kA 48.6 47.3 43.6 38.7 34.8 31.6 43.9 42.8 39.8 35.7 32.3 29.5 39.1 38.2 35.8 32.4 29.6 27.3 34.3 33.6 31.8 29.1 26.8 24.9 29.5 29.0 27.6 25.5 23.8 22.2 28.5 28.1 26.7 24.8 23.1 21.7 27.6 27.1 25.9 24.1 22.5 21.1 56.6 26.2 25.0 23.3 21.9 20.6 25.6 25.3 24.2 22.6 21.2 20.0 24.6 24.3 23.3 21.8 20.5 19.4 23.7 23.4 22.4 21.0 19.8 18.8 22.7 22.4 21.6 20.3 19.2 18.2 21.7 21.5 20.7 19.5 18.5 17.5 20.8 20.5 19.8 18.7 17.8 16.9 19.8 19.5 18.9 17.9 17.0 16.2 18.8 18.6 18.0 17.1 16.3 15.6 17.8 17.6 17.1 16.3 15.6 14.9 16.8 16.7 16.2 15.5 14.8 14.2 15.9 15.7 15.3 14.6 14.0 13.5 14.9 14.7 14.4 13.8 13.3 12.8 13.9 13.8 13.5 12.9 12.5 12.0 12.9 12.8 12.5 12.1 11.7 11.3 11.9 11.8 11.6 11.2 10.9 10.5 10.9 10.9 10.7 10.3 10.0 9.8 9.9 9.9 9.7 9.5 9.2 9.0 9.0 8.9 8.8 8.6 8.3 8.1 8.0 7.9 7.8 7.6 7.5 7.3 7.0 6.9 6.9 6.7 6.6 6.5 6.0 6.0 5.9 5.8 5.7 5.6

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distribution boards and enclosures harmonics

Harmonics In the UK, supply voltage is generated as a sinusoidal voltage waveform with a frequency of 50Hz. When the load connected to it is linear the resulting current waveform is identical in shape though it may be phase shifted depending on the reactance of the circuit. This 50Hz sine wave is known as the fundamental frequency.
I I Load line Current waveform Angle
Angle

% magnitude
100% 80% 60% 40% 20% 0% 1 7 3 5 % magnitude 9 11 13 15 17

Load line

Current waveform V Angle

Angle

Voltage waveform

Voltage waveform

Current waveform in a linear load

Current waveform in a non-linear load

With the increasing widespread use of electronic equipment and fluorescent lighting much of the equipment used within installations is of a non-linear nature. A non-linear device is one where the shape of the current wave demanded by the device is different from the waveform of the supply voltage. Switch mode power supplies, that are commonly used in office equipment, draw current in pulses rather than in a smooth sine wave. As the current waveform no longer resembles the voltage waveform, we call the device a non-linear load. Printers, computers, photocopiers, fluorescent lighting and variable speed drives such as those used to control elevators are all types of non-linear load. Electronics have given rise to vastly more efficient and controllable equipment. However the increasing use of these non-linear loads within commercial and industrial installations has led to a potential problem - Harmonics. Harmonics are multiples of the fundamental 50Hz waveform. As an example the third harmonic is a waveform with a frequency of three times the fundamental i.e. 3 x 50 = 150Hz. Harmonic currents if ignored can result in failure of electrical equipment. The increased heating effect of harmonic currents can cause the overheating of conductors.

The harmonic content can be best illustrated by looking at the harmonic spectrum of a typical piece of equipment that produces harmonic distortion. As can be seen from above the 3rd harmonic content could be as high as 85% of the fundamental. For a single-phase circuit these harmonic currents will be seen in both the phase and neutral equally. If the conductors had been closely sized for the fundamental current only then could any harmonic content overload the cable. Of more realistic concern are the harmonic currents flowing in a common neutral such as the supply conductor to a three-phase distribution board. Here if non-linear loads are connected to different phases the 3rd harmonic currents will sum this can lead to overheating of neutral bars and conductors. In severe cases it can lead to failure of equipment resulting in costly downtime and repairs. Whilst the best solution to harmonics is not to use non-linear loads, this is impractical. Filter networks can be used to reduce the problem however they need to be designed specifically to solve the harmonic fingerprint in individual installations. This is often costly and difficult to assess. To avoid the danger overheating conductors can present, a solution could be to provide four-pole overload protection to the circuit, the down side here is that all four conductors would need to be sized in accordance with the expected neutral current if higher than the phase. As can be seen from the example below the maximum phase current is 80A convention would suggest a 100A protective device would be sufficient to protect this circuit, if four-pole though this would need to be increased to 160A. Example A distribution board feeding an office building has the following loads connected to it... Load Approx % 3rd L1 36A 28A 24A 88A L2 37A 20A 20A 77A L3 41A 21A 17A 79A Neutral 80A 59A 7A 146A

Red phase I Red phase 3rd

Yellow phase I

Blue phase I

Electronic fluorescent 70% lighting Computers, printers etc 85% General power using equipment
Blue phase 3rd

0%

Yellow phase 3rd

Totals

Neutral 3rd harmonic current superimposed on phase currents

The fundamental currents of a three phase supply are out of step with each other by 120 and therefore the expected current in the neutral conductor of a balanced three phase load is zero as the phase currents sum to zero at the neutral point. However any 3rd harmonic in the phase conductors - having a frequency of 150Hz - actually add together when they get to the neutral as they are now all in phase.

One other solution is to oversize the neutral bars and cables to cater for the expected overload in these conductors. This would require either an accurate assessment of the magnitude of overload current expected. Studies have shown that over sizing by a factor of 1.73 x the phase current is generally sufficient. Regulation 524-02-03 of BS7671 states that where harmonic currents are expected to be in excess of 10% of the fundamental the cross sectional area of the neutral conductors shall be a minimum of 100% of the corresponding phase conductors. For further advice please contact Hager Technical Support.

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