central emergency lighting inverter systems catalog

Central Emergency Lighting Inverter Systems

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Series highlights

PerformanceThe Emerg-Power Systems works with any type of lightingload to provide full light output for minimum 90 min. It isdesigned to support incandescent, fluorescent, HID*, quartzre-strike or halogen lamps. It will work into these loads at coldstarts for all normally off circuits or normally on circuits.

*except IPS systems

True Sine WaveformUsing a solid-state, pulse width modulation (PWM) inverterthe systems produce pure sinusoidal output waveform withless than 3% maximum Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) forlinear loads. Microprocessor and crystal controlled.

ReliabilityThe product is third generation inverter technology. Provensolid design with double ratings of all critical components.LVD (Low Voltage Disconnect) for long power outageseliminates battery drain.

BatteriesFront access connections for easy installation significantlyreduce the footprint, installation and maintenance time whileincreasing safety. Automatic restart and recharge uponrestoration of utility.

ApprovalsUL listed to UL924. Meets UL924, NFPA101, NFPA70, NFPA110, OSHA, UBC, SBCCI.N.Y. City approved.

ApplicationsEmerg-Power Systems can be used in almost every type ofbuilding, especially in architecturally sensitive applications orwhen maintenance costs and individual testing of unitequipment becomes very significant. Our systems aredesigned to work with power factor corrected as well as themost recent T5 and T5-HO electronic ballasts.

OptionsA full range of options such as integrated output circuitbreakers, bypass relays, dry contacts, etc., makesEmerg-Power Power Systems an industry leader in emergencylighting central systems (see page 12)

Features

Self-Diagnostic/Self-TestingProgrammable monthly and annual self-testing.Proven self-diagnostic with over 120 parametersstored in separate memory logs for Test, Eventand Alarm. Microprocessor monitoring andcontrol.

Low heat dissipationVery low heat loss technology in normaloperating mode (see specifications forexact values). Convection cooling in normalmode with forced air during emergency mode.Battery cabinets: convection cooling only.

Maximum EfficiencyHighest efficiency in the industry, 98% at 100%load with no requirement for cooling in normaloperating mode.Low input harmonic distortion <10%.

Versatile InstallationModular design, easy front access freestandingcabinets, fasten together when more than onecabinet is required. Optional seismic kitavailable. All wiring provided is pre-cut andterminated, along with the necessary hardwareand electrical fittings, for proper installation.

Complete ProtectionInput circuit breaker and fused battery circuit isstandard. Systems offer overload capacity,short-circuit protection, current- limiting,low-battery disconnect, reverse polarity andbrownout protection as standard.

Thermal PerformanceBonded fin heat sink technology for maximumthermal performance. Cooling fans are energizedonly in inverter mode.

Monitoring and ControlUser friendly programmable interface with LEDindicators and LCD display provides full meteringvalues, easy program and control functions anda wide range of visual and audible alarms.

Compact Series

1PH IPS

1PH FTC

3PH FTC

Outdoor 1 PH FTC

Outdoor 3 PH FTC

500VA 1500 VA 2000VA 3KVA 4KVA 4.8KVA 8KVA 16.7KVA 50KVACapacity (KVA=KW)

System type

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SUMMARY

GENERAL PRESENTATION PAGE 1,2

SINGLE PHASE COMPACT SYSTEMS PAGE 3,4

SINGLE PHASE INTERRUPTIBLE SYSTEMS PAGE 5,6

SINGLE PHASE FAST TRANSFER SYSTEMS PAGE 7,8

THREE PHASE FAST TRANSFER SYSTEMS PAGE 9,10

OUTDOOR SYSTEMS PAGE 11

OPTIONAL FEATURES - DETAILS PAGE 12

USER INTERFACE AND DISPLAY PAGE 13

WHAT TO CONSIDER WHEN PAGE14REQUESTING A CENTRAL SYSTEM

Benefits

Compliance with NFPA101The self-testing meets the requirements of NFPA

and UL. User programmable time of testing.Test results, events or alarms can be downloaded

from history logs. Load monitoring. Reducedtesting/service time.

Less air-conditioningReduced costs for air-conditioning required to

ensure the optimum operating temperature whencompared with equivalent systems that dissipatemuch more heat. Higher reliability of fans and the

electronic components.

Lower energy billsLow consumption of the system itself will

result in lower energy bills paid over the system lifetime. Comparative analysis available on request.

Easy to installQuick installation and connection through flexible

cable entries and fast access terminal blocks.Reduced footprint for systems with stackable

cabinets. Low MTTR (<15 min.) due to modulardesign, quick disconnect means and

frontal access.

Reduced damage risksThe full protection of the system will eliminate

damage created by external events and willincrease lifetime of the electronics and the

batteries. Also will provide safety duringmaintenance.

Increased MTBFIncreased reliability and reduced

preventative maintenance.No air filters needed.

Easy maintenanceEasier diagnostic, troubleshooting, preventative

maintenance and service through the indicators anddisplay or by using the history logs. Remote

versions available.

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ELECTRICAL/MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS

1- system capacity can be upgraded in the field up to 2000VA by adding more battery cabinets. Re-programming required by factory service technician.2- batteries are installed in separate modular cabinets3- battery cabinets are stackable. Must be installed under the electronics cabinet4- special voltages can change the size, weight or number of cabinets

For all fluorescent/incandescent or HID light loads

UL listed to UL924. Meets NFPA101, NFPA70, NFPA 110,OSHA, UBC, SBCCI. N.Y City approved.

Emerg-Power Systems COMPACT SERIES

Uninterruptible emergency lighting, 1PH,inverter system 500VA – 2000VA

Features:98% efficient @ full load

PWM/MOSFET technology

Self-testing/Self-diagnostic

User programmable with password protection

Standard input circuit breaker

Standard output circuit breaker

Micro-processor controlled

Floor or wall mountable

Field upgradeable (500VA steps)

90 min. standard run time

Electronic and magnetic ballast compatible

Automatic event, test and alarm log

LCD display

Very small footprint (stackable cabinets)

Maintenance free standard batteries

Forced air cooling during emergency mode only

(4)

120277

SG- lead calcium 500100015002000

ICB OCBxxxx*OCAxxxx*

Inputvoltage

Batterytype

VA/Wrating

Outputvoltage

Runtime

ORDERING INFORMATION Example: 120SG1500-FTCM-120-90-ICB-OCB0420-WB

Systemtype

Inputbreaker

Outputbreakers Options

FTCM 120277

90

1- see page 12 for options description2- other run times available3- special voltages may change the size, weight or number of cabinets4- max. 2 more additional output breakers for a total of 3. See page 12 for output breakers details.

NOFF- normally OFF outputWB- wall mount bracketDCS- dry summary alarm contactsINVON- inverter on dry contactVTD- variable time delayBPR- bypass relayRMP- remote metering panelRSAP- remote summary alarm panelRS232- communication interfaceMOD- modem

(4)(3) (2) (1)(3)

PowerRating(1)

VA=W

Effic.at fullload%

Max. inputcurrent (A)

Heatloss innormalmode(BTU/hr)

Batt.

VDC

Batt.

A

No. ofbatt.

UPS cabinetdimensions

Battery cabinetdimensions(2)(3)

No. ofbattcab.

Batt. cab.weightlbs

(empty)

UPS cab.weightlbs

Batt.weightlbs

Totalsystemweight(lbs)

120V

277V

W” H” D” W” H” D”

500 98 5.2 2.3 34 48 13.5 4 26 10 10 26 10 10 1 22 77 107 206

1000 98 10.5 4.5 68 48 26.5 8 26 10 10 26 10 10 2 22 77 214 335

1500 98 15.6 6.8 102 48 40 12 26 10 10 26 10 10 3 22 77 321 464

2000 98 20.8 9 136 48 52 16 26 10 10 26 10 10 4 22 77 428 592

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Design

Control

Metering

Communications

Stand-by no break. PWM inverter type utilizingMOSFET technology with 2ms transfer time.Microprocessor controlled , 2 x 20-character displaywith touch pad controls & functions5 LED indicators & alarm with ring-back featureInput & Output Voltage, Battery Voltage, Battery &Output Current, Output VA, Temperature, InverterWattage

Optional RS-232 port (DB9)

120 or 277VAC 1-phase 2-wire +10% - 15%.Contact factory for all other voltages.Limiting inrush current to less than 125%, 10times for 1 line cycle60Hz, +/-3Hz

Standard Input Circuit Breaker

<10%

0.5 lag/lead

Voltage

Input Power Walk-In

Input Frequency

Protection

Harmonic Distortion

Power Factor

Voltage

Static Voltage

Dynamic Voltage

Harmonic DistortionOutput FrequencyLoad Power FactorInverter OverloadProtection

Crest Factor

120 or 277VAC 1-phase 2-wire.Contact factory for all other voltages.Load current change +/-2%, batterydischarge +/-12.5%+/-2% for +/-25% load step change,+/-3% for a 50% load step change,recovery within 3 cycles<3% THD for linear load60Hz +/- 0.05Hz during emergency mode0.5 lag to 0.5 lead115% for 5 minutesStandard Output Circuit Breaker (normally on)2.8

Storage/Transport

Operating temperature

Altitude

Relative Humidity

Audible noise

-4ºF to 158ºF (-20ºC to 70ºC) without batteries-0ºF to 104ºF (-18ºC to 40ºC) with batteriesSystem operates safely from 32°F to 104°F(0°C to 40°C) but optimum operation isbetween 68° F and 86°F (20°C to 30°C).Battery performance can be affected bytemperature.<10,000 feet (above sea level) withoutde-rating0 to 95% non-condensing

45 dBA @ 1m from surface in emergency

mode

CABINETS

Modular design, freestanding or wall mount NEMA type 1steel cabinets powder coated for corrosion and scratchresistance. Front access design. Cabinets are stackable.Top and left side conduit entry with knockouts.

INVERTERUsing MOSFET/PWM technology the inverter converts theDC voltage supplied by the batteries to AC voltage of aprecise stabilized amplitude and frequency, suitable for mostsophisticated electrical equipment. True sinusoidal outputwaveform with very low distortion (less than 3% for linearloads). Overload capability of up to 150% for 12 line cycles.

CHARGERFully automatic, temperature compensated, microprocessorcontrolled charger recharges fully discharged batteries inmaximum 24 hours at nominal AC input voltage. AC inputcurrent limiting and over-voltage protection included.

BATTERYSystem is provided with 10 year, maintenance free, sealedvalve regulated lead calcium batteries. 90 min. standarddischarge time at full load under normal operatingtemperature. Low Voltage Disconnect protection included.No special ventilation required.

SUPERVISIONAutomatic self-test consists of a 5-minute monthly and 90-minute annual function.The front-mounted control panel includes 5 LED indicators,a 2-line 20-character LCD display, a keypad to control andmonitor the internal operation of the system. This allows theoperator to easily “watch” system functions as they occurand check on virtually any aspect of the system's operation.Self-diagnostic function monitors, controls, generates alarmsand memorizes events.

ALARMSHigh/Low Battery Charger Voltage, High/Low AC InputVoltage, Near Low Battery, Low Battery, Load ReductionFault, Output Overload, High Ambient Temperature, InverterFault, Output Fault, Optional Output Circuit Breaker Trip

OPTIONAL FEATURESNormally OFF output, Output Circuit Breakers, Output TripAlarm, RS232 communication port, 12 Hours Fast Recharge,Remote Meter Panel, Remote Summary Alarm Panel,Summary Alarm Dry Form C Contact, Inverter on DryContacts, Variable Time Delay, Modem, Bypass Relays, Wallmount bracket

FACTORY START-UPIncludes one additional year of warranty.See warranty conditions.

WARRANTY(full limited warranty conditions available upon request)Limited manufacturer warranty is one-year, parts and labor,for system electronics or two-year with factory start-upprogram. Battery warranty is one year full plus 9 years pro-ratafor a total of 10 years, under normal operating conditions.System must be put in service within 180 days from shipdate in order to validate warranty.

NORMALEMERGENCYSINGLE LINE DIAGRAM

(1)

1- max. 3 months at 104° F (40° C)

Characteristics, specifications or dimensions subject to change without notice.

SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONSGENERAL

ELECTRICAL INPUT

ELECTRICAL OUTPUT

EVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

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Features:98% efficient @ full load

PWM/IGBT technology

Self-testing/Self-diagnostic

User programmable with password protection

Standard input circuit breaker

Standard Normally Off output

RS232 communication port

Micro-processor controlled

Automatic event and alarm log

90 min. standard run time

Generator compatibility

Electronic and magnetic ballast compatible

Custom voltages available

Automatic event, test and alarm log

LCD display

Reduced footprint (stackable cabinets)

Maintenance free standard batteries

Forced air cooling during emergency mode only

Emerg-Power Systems IPS SINGLE PHASE SERIES

Interruptible emergency lightinginverter system 1.5KVA –16.7KVA

For all fluorescent/incandescent loads

ELECTRICAL/MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS (data provided for standard lead calcium batteries)

1-consult factory for 20 year type batteries or for wet nickel cadmium batteries2- batteries are installed in the electronics cabinet for 1.5 to 5kVA systems3- battery cabinets are stackable. To be installed on the right side of the electronics cabinet4- special voltages or batteries may change the size, weight or number of cabinets

UL listed to UL924. Meets NFPA101, NFPA70,NFPA 110, OSHA, UBC, SBCCI. N.Y City approved.

(4) (1)(4)

120208240277

SG - sealedlead calciumNC - wetnickel

cadmium

1500225030003750500060008000100001250016700

ICB OCBxxxx -no trip alarm

OCAxxxx -with trip alarm

Batterytype

VA/Wrating

Outputvoltage

Runtime

ORDERING INFORMATION Example: 277SG6000-IPS-277-90-ICB-RS232-OCB0420-DCS-20Y

Systemtype

Inputbreaker


IPS 120277208

120/240120/277

90 20Y - 20 yr sealed batteries12HR - 12 hr fast rechargeMBYP - internal bypass switchEMBP - external bypass switchRMP - remote metering panelRSAP - remote summary alarm panelDCS - dry summary alarm contactsINVON - inverter on dry contactsVTD - variable time delayMOD - external modemFAX - fax modemBPR - bypass relaysDIAL - autodialerSEIS - seismic mountingZONEM - zone monitoringBATM - battery cycle warranty monitor

1- see page 12 for options description2- other run times available3- special voltages may change the size, weight or number of cabinets4- max. 12 unsupervised single pole positions or 8 with trip alarm. For more output breakers please consult factory. See page 12 for output breakers option details.5- external bypass switch is not compatible with integrated output circuit breakers. Input/output voltage has to be the same.

RS232portRS232

(1)(3) (2)

(4)

(5)

Inputvoltage (3)

1.52.253

3.755681012.516.7

98989898989898989898

1624

3239506384105131174

7111417222736455776

30303030303030303030

NANANANANA11222

NANANANANA210232420420464

250265295305315350375435465530

29644459274088811101480177622202960

5467098871045120316702087263131053954

47474747474747474747

25252525252525252525




(2) (3)

1021532042553404085446808501136

487296120144180240144180240

46810121520243040

39383837404039828280

Powerrating

kVA/kW

Effic.at fullload%


120V

277V


W” H” D” W” H” D”

Battery cabinetdimensions

No. ofbattcab.

Batt. cab.weightlbs

(empty)

UPS cab.weightlbs

Batt.weightlbs

Totalsystemweightlbs

Heat lossin normalmode(BTU/hr)

Batt.

A

No. ofbatt.

Batt.

VDC

6

Design

Control

Metering

Communications

Stand-by no break. PWM inverter type utilizingIGBT technology with 50ms transfer time.Microprocessor controlled , 2 x 20-characterdisplay with touch pad controls & functions5 LED indicators & alarm with ring-back featureInput & Output Voltage, Battery Voltage, Battery &Output Current, Output VA, Temperature, InverterWattage

RS-232 port (DB9)

120 or 277VAC 1-phase 2-wire +10% - 15%.Contact factory for all other voltages.Limiting inrush current to less than 125%, 10times for 1 line cycle

60Hz, +/-3%, 50Hz available upon request

Input Circuit Breaker<10%

0.5 lag/lead

Voltage

Input Power Walk-In

Input Frequency

Protection

Harmonic Distortion

Power Factor

Voltage

Static Voltage

Dynamic Voltage

Harmonic DistortionOutput FrequencyLoad Power FactorInverter OverloadProtectionCrest Factor

120 or 277VAC 1-phase 2-wire.Contact factory for all other voltages.Load current change +/-2%, batterydischarge +/-12.5%+/-2% for +/-25% load step change,+/-3% for a 50% load step change,recovery within 3 cycles<3% THD for linear load60Hz +/- 0.05Hz during emergency mode0.5 lag to 0.5 lead125% for 5 minutesOptional Distribution Circuit Breaker2.8

Storage/Transport


Altitude

Relative Humidity

Audible noise


45 dBA @ 1m from surface in emergency mode


*output breakers are optional

(1)

(2)


1- max. 3 months at 104° F (40° C)

CABINETS

Modular design, freestanding NEMA type 1 steel cabinetspowder coated for corrosion and scratch resistance. Frontaccess design through hinged lockable doors requires only39” front clearance and 12” top clearance. Cabinets arestackable if required to further reduce the footprint. Top andleft side conduit entry with knockouts.

INVERTERUsing IGBT/PWM technology the inverter converts DCvoltage supplied by the batteries to AC voltage of a precisestabilized amplitude and frequency, suitable for mostsophisticated electrical equipment. True sinusoidal outputwaveform with very low distortion (less than 3% for linearloads). Overload capability of up to 150% for 12 line cycles.


BATTERYSystem is provided standard with 10 year, maintenance free,sealed valve regulated, front terminals lead calcium batteries.20 years life sealed lead calcium or wet nickel cadmiumbatteries also available. 90 min. standard discharge time atfull load under normal operating temperature. Low VoltageDisconnect protection included. No special ventilationrequired.

SUPERVISIONAutomatic self tests consist of a 5-minute monthly and90-minute annual function.The front-mounted control panel includes 5 LED indicators,a 2-line 20-character LCD display, a keypad to control andmonitor the internal operation of the system. This allows theoperator to easily “watch” system functions as they occurand check on virtually any aspect of the system's operation.Standard RS232 diagnostic interface.


OPTIONAL FEATURESOutput Circuit Breakers, Output Trip Alarms, 20 Years SealedBatteries, 12 Hours Fast Recharge, Internal/ExternalMaintenance Bypass Switch, Remote Meter Panel, RemoteSummary Alarm Panel, Summary Alarm Dry Form C Contact,Inverter on Dry Contacts, Fax/Modem, Bypass Relays, AutoDialer, Seismic Mounting.

FACTORY START-UPIncludes one additional year of warranty. See warranty conditions.

WARRANTY(full limited warranty conditions available upon request)Limited manufacturer warranty is one-year, parts and labor,for system electronics or two-year with factory start-upprogram. Battery warranty is one year full plus 9 years pro-ratafor a total of 10 years, under normal operating conditions.System must be put in service within 6 months from shipdate in order to validate warranty.2- Consult factory for other type batteries than the standard one.


ELECTRICAL INPUT

ELECTRICAL OUTPUT


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Features:98% efficient @ full loadPWM/IGBT technologySelf-testing/Self-diagnosticUser programmable with password protectionStandard input circuit breakerRS232 communication portMicro-processor controlledAutomatic event and alarm log90 min. standard run timeGenerator compatibilityElectronic and magnetic ballast compatibleCustom voltages availableAutomatic event, test and alarm logLCD displayReduced footprint (stackable cabinets)Maintenance free standard batteriesForced air cooling during emergency mode only

Emerg-Power Systems FTC SINGLE PHASE SERIES

Uninterruptible emergency lightinginverter system 1.5KVA –16.7KVA



1-consult factory for 20 year type batteries or for wet nickel cadmium batteries2- batteries are installed in the electronics cabinet for 1.5 to 5kVA systems3- battery cabinets are stackable. To be installed on the right side of the electronics cabinet4- special voltages or batteries may change the size, weight or number of cabinets

UL listed to UL924. Meets NFPA101, NFPA70, NFPA 110,OSHA, UBC, SBCCI. N.Y City approved.

(4) (1) (4)

120208240277


cadmium

1500225030003750500060008000100001250016700



Batterytype

Outputvoltage

Runtime

ORDERING INFORMATION Example: 277SG6000-FTC-277-90-ICB-RS232-OCB0420-DCS-20Y

VA/Wrating

Inputbreaker


FTC 120277208

120/240120/277

90 20Y - 20 yr sealed batteries12HR - 12 hr fast rechargeMBYP - internal bypass switchEMBP - external bypass switchRMP - remote metering panelRSAP - remote summary alarm panelDCS - dry summary alarm contactsINVON - inverter on dry contactsNOFF - normally OFF outputMOD - external modemFAX - fax modemBPR - bypass relaysDIAL - autodialerSEIS - seismic mountingZONEM - zone monitoringBATM - battery cycle warranty monitor

1- see page 12 for options description2- other run times available3- special voltages may change the size, weight or number of cabinets4- max. 12 unsupervised single pole positions or 8 with trip alarm. For more output breakers please consult factory. See page 12 for output breakers option details.5- external bypass switch is not compatible with integrated output circuit breakers. Input/output voltage has to be the same6- normally off loads cannot exceed 20% of total KVA rating with any combination of H.I.D. loads.

RS232portRS232

(4) (1)(3) (2)

(5)

(6)

Inputvoltage (3)

Systemtype

1.52.253

3.755681012.516.7

98989898989898989898

16243239506384105131174

7111417222736455776

30303030303030303030

NANANANANA11222


250265295305315350375435465530

29644459274088811101480177622202960

5467098871045120316702087263131053954

47474747474747474747

25252525252525252525




(2) (3)

1021532042553404085446808501136

487296120144180240144180240

46810121520243040

39383837404039828280

Powerrating

kVA/kW

Effic.at fullload%


120V

277V


W” H” D” W” H” D”


No. ofbattcab.

Batt. cab.weightlbs

(empty)

UPS cab.weightlbs

Batt.weightlbs


Heat lossin normalmode(BTU/hr)

Batt.

A

No. ofbatt.

Batt.

VDC

8

Design

Control

Metering

Communications

Stand-by no break. PWM inverter type utilizing IGBTtechnology with 2ms transfer time.Microprocessor controlled , 2 x 20-character displaywith touch pad controls & functions5 LED indicators & alarm with ring-back featureInput & Output Voltage, Battery Voltage, Battery &Output Current, Output VA, Temperature, InverterWattage

RS-232 port (DB9)

120 or 277VAC 1-phase 2-wire +10% - 15%.Contact factory for all other voltages.Limiting inrush current to less than 125%, 10times for 1 line cycle


Input Circuit Breaker<10%

0.5 lag/lead

Voltage

Input Power Walk-In

Input Frequency

ProtectionHarmonic Distortion

Power Factor

Voltage

Static Voltage

Dynamic Voltage


120 or 277VAC 1-phase 2-wire.Contact factory for all other voltages.Load current change +/-2%, batterydischarge +/-12.5%+/-2% for +/-25% load step change,+/-3% for a 50% load step change,recovery within 3 cycles<3% THD for linear load60Hz +/- 0.05Hz during emergency mode0.5 lag to 0.5 lead125% for 5 minutesOptional Distribution Circuit Breaker2.8

Storage/Transport


Altitude

Relative Humidity

Audible noise



mode

CABINETS

Modular design, freestanding NEMA type 1 steel cabinetspowder coated for corrosion and scratch resistance. Frontaccess design through hinged lockable doors requires only39” front clearance and 12” top clearance. Cabinets arestackable if required to further reduce the footprint. Top andleft side conduit entry with knockouts.

INVERTERUsing IGBT/PWM technology the inverter converts the DCvoltage supplied by the batteries to AC voltage of a precisestabilized amplitude and frequency, suitable for mostsophisticated electrical equipment. True sinusoidal outputwaveform with very low distortion (less than 3% for linearloads). Overload capability of up to 150% for 12 line cycles.


BATTERYSystem is provided standard with 10 year, maintenance free,sealed valve regulated, front terminals lead calcium batteries.20 years life sealed lead calcium or wet nickel cadmiumbatteries also available. 90 min. standard discharge time atfull load under normal operating temperature. Low VoltageDisconnect protection included. No special ventilationrequired.

SUPERVISIONAutomatic self tests consist of a 5-minute monthly and90-minute annual function.The front-mounted control panel includes 5 LED indicators,a 2-line 20-character LCD display, a keypad to control andmonitor the internal operation of the system. This allows theoperator to easily “watch” system functions as they occurand check on virtually any aspect of the system's operation.Standard RS232 diagnostic interface.


OPTIONAL FEATURESOutput Circuit Breakers, Output Trip Alarms, 20 Years SealedBatteries, 12 Hours Fast Recharge, Internal/ExternalMaintenance Bypass Switch, Remote Meter Panel, RemoteSummary Alarm Panel, Summary Alarm Dry Form C Contact,Inverter on Dry Contacts, Normally OFF output, Fax/Modem,Bypass Relays, Auto Dialer, Seismic Mounting.

FACTORY START-UPIncludes one additional year of warranty. See warrantyconditions.

WARRANTY(full limited warranty conditions available upon request)Limited manufacturer warranty is one-year, parts and labor,for system electronics or two-year with factory start-upprogram. Battery warranty is one year full plus 9 years pro-ratafor a total of 10 years, under normal operating conditions.System must be put in service within 6 months from shipdate in order to validate warranty.2- Consult factory for other type batteries than the standard one.

INPUTBREAKER

MICROPROCESSORCONTROLLED PWM

BI-DIRECTIONALINVERTER/BATT. CHARGER

AC TO DC

DC TO AC

BATTERY

OUTPUTTRANSFORMER

AUTOMATICTRANSFERMODULE

OUTPUTBREAKER



1- max. 3 months at 104° F (40° C)

(2)


NORMALLY ONOUTPUT CIRCUIT

(1)


ELECTRICAL INPUT

ELECTRICAL OUTPUT


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Emerg-Power Systems 3FTC THREE PHASE SERIES

Uninterruptible emergency lighting inverter system 4.8KVA –50KVA

Features:98% efficient @ full loadPWM/IGBT technologySelf-testing/Self-diagnosticUser programmable with password protectionStandard input circuit breakerStandard internal bypass switchRS232 communication portMicro-processor controlledAutomatic event and alarm log90 min. standard run timeGenerator compatibilityAvailable in Y or ∆ input configurationCustom voltages availableAutomatic event, test and alarm logLCD displayReduced footprintMaintenance free standard batteriesForced air cooling during emergency only


PowerRating

kVA/kW

Effic.at fullload%

Heatloss innormalmode(BTU/hr)

Batt.

A


120/208V

277/480V

No. ofbatt.


W” H” D” W” H” D”


No. ofbattcab.

Batt. cab.weightlbs

(empty)

UPS cab.weightlbs

Batt.weightlbs


4.8681012.516.724334050

98989898989898989898

1721

2835435884115139174

7912

15192536506075

326408

54468085011361632224427203400

144180240144180240240240240240

1215

20243040604010060

3030

3030303048484848

11

12221222

210210

232420420464700130013001300

535535

5356396396391250125014501450

8881110

14801776222029604440608074009120

16331855

2247283532794063639086301015011980

1- consult factory for 20 year type batteries or for wet nickel cadmium batteries2- KVA=KW3- battery cabinets up to 16.7KVA are stackable. To be installed on the right side of the electronics cabinet4- special voltages or batteries may change the size, weight or number of cabinets

Batt.

VDC

3939

39818181117160194243

47474747474772727272

25252525252531313131

3030

3030303048484848

4747

4747474772727272

2525

2525252531313131

UL listed to UL924. Meets NFPA101, NFPA70, NFPA 110, OSHA,UBC, SBCCI. N.Y City approved.


(4)

(3)(2)

(1)(4)

120/208277/480


cadmium

48006000800010000125001670024000330004000050000

ICB OCBxxxx -no trip alarmOCAxxxx -

with trip alarm

System

type

Battery

type

Input

voltage

Output

voltage

Run

time

ORDERING INFORMATION Example: 277/480SG24000-3FTC-277/480-90-ICB-RS232-MBYP-OCB1220-DCS-20Y

VA/W

rating

Input

breaker

Output

breakers Options

3FTC 120/208277/480

90 20Y - 20 yr sealed batteries12HR - 12 hr fast rechargeNOFF - normally off output 1PHEMBP - external bypass switchRMP - remote metering panelRSAP - remote summary alarm panelDCS - dry summary alarm contactsINVON - inverter on dry contactsNOFF3 - normally OFF output 3PHMOD - external modemFAX - fax modemBPR - bypass relaysDIAL - autodialerSEIS - seismic mountingZONEM - zone monitoringBATM - battery cycle warranty monitor

1- see page 12 for options description2- other run times available3- special voltages may change the size, weight or number of cabinets. 3 wire, ∆ input configuration available.4- max. 12 unsupervised single pole positions or 8 with trip alarm, up to 16.7kVA systems. 24 unsupervised or 16 with trip alarm for systems 24kVA to50kVA. For more output breakers please consult factory. See page 12 for output breakers option details.5- external bypass switch is not compatible with integrated output circuit breakers. Input/output voltage has to be the same6- normally off loads cannot exceed 20% of total KVA rating with any combination of H.I.D. loads.

RS232

port

RS232 MBYP

Internal BypassSwitch (4)(3)(3) (2)

(5)

(6)

(6)

(1)

NORMALEMERGENCYMAINTENANCE

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Design

Control

Metering

Communications

Stand-by no break. PWM inverter type utilizingIGBT technology with 2ms transfer time.Microprocessor controlled , 2 x 20-characterdisplay with touch pad controls & functions5 LED indicators & alarm with ring-back featureInput & Output Voltage, Battery Voltage, Battery &Output Current, Output VA, Temperature, InverterWattage

RS-232 port (DB9)

120/208 or 277/480 3 phase 4-wire +10% -15%. Contact factory for all other voltages.Limiting inrush current to less than 125%, 10times for 1 line cycle


Input Circuit Breaker

<10%

0.5 lag/lead

Voltage

Input Power Walk-In

Input Frequency

ProtectionHarmonic Distortion

Power Factor

Voltage

Static Voltage

Dynamic Voltage


120/208 or 277/480VAC 3-phase 4-wire

Load current change +/-4%, batterydischarge +/-4%+/-3% for +/-25% load step change,+/-6% load step change,recovery within 3 cycles<3% THD for linear load60Hz +/- 0.05Hz during emergency mode0.5 lag to 0.5 lead115% for 5 minutesOptional Distribution Circuit Breaker2.8

Storage/Transport (C)


Altitude

Relative Humidity

Audible noise



mode

SINGLE LINE DIAGRAM


1- max. 3 months at 104° F (40° C)

(1)



ELECTRICAL INPUT

ELECTRICAL OUTPUT


CABINETS

Modular design, freestanding NEMA type 1 steel cabinetspowder coated for corrosion and scratch resistance. Frontaccess design through hinged lockable doors requires only 39”front clearance and 12” top clearance. Cabinets are stackableup to 16.7kVA, if required to further reduce the footprint. Topand left side conduit entry with knockouts up to 16.7kVA . Leftside only for 24kVA and up.

INVERTERUsing IGBT/PWM technology the inverter converts the DCvoltage supplied by the batteries to AC voltage of a precisestabilized amplitude and frequency, suitable for mostsophisticated electrical equipment. True sinusoidal outputwaveform with very low distortion (less than 3% for linear loads).Overload capability of up to 150% for 12 line cycles.


BATTERYSystem is provided standard with 10 year, maintenance free,sealed valve regulated, front terminals lead calcium batteries.20 years life sealed lead calcium or wet nickel cadmiumbatteries also available. 90 min. standard discharge time at fullload under normal operating temperature. Low VoltageDisconnect protection included. No special ventilation or filtersrequired.

SUPERVISIONAutomatic self tests consist of a 5-minute monthly and90-minute annual function.The front-mounted control panel includes 5 LED indicators, a2-line 20-character LCD display, a keypad to control andmonitor the internal operation of the system. This allows theoperator to easily “watch” system functions as they occur andcheck on virtually any aspect of the system's operation.Standard RS232 diagnostic interface.

ALARMSHigh/Low Battery Charger Voltage, High/Low AC Input Voltage,Near Low Battery, Low Battery, Load Reduction Fault, OutputOverload, High Ambient Temperature, Inverter Fault, OutputFault, Optional Output Circuit Breaker Trip

OPTIONAL FEATURESOutput Circuit Breakers, Output Trip Alarms, 20 Years SealedBatteries, 12 Hours Fast Recharge, External MaintenanceBypass Switch, Remote Meter Panel, Remote Summary AlarmPanel, Summary Alarm Dry Form C Contact, Inverter on DryContacts, Normally OFF output, Fax/Modem, Bypass Relays,Auto Dialer, Seismic Mounting.

FACTORY START-UPIncludes one additional year of warranty.See warranty conditions

WARRANTY(full limited warranty conditions available upon request)Limited manufacturer warranty is one-year, parts and labor, forsystem electronics or two-year with factory start-up program.Battery warranty is one year full plus 9 years pro-rata for a total of10 years, under normal operating conditions.System must be put in service within 6 months from ship date inorder to validate warranty.2-Consult factory for other type batteries than the standard one.

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Emerg-Power SystemsFTC3R&3FTC3ROUTDOOR SERIES

Outdoor uninterruptible emergency lighting inverter system 3KVA –8KVA

Features:98% efficient @ full loadPWM/IGBT technologySelf-testing/Self-diagnosticStandard input circuit breakerStandard internal bypass switchRS232 communication portStandard seismic zone 4 bracketsStandard summary dry contactsAutomatic event and alarm logNEMA 3R cabinet for outdoors90 min. standard run timeGenerator compatibilityCustom voltages availableAutomatic event, test and alarm logLCD displayOne size cabinetMaintenance free standard batteriesTemperature controlled cooling fans

ELECTRICAL/MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS

PowerRating

kVA/kW

Effic.at fullload%

HeatlossBTU

Batt.

A

Nomberof

batt. (2)


W” (1) H” D”

UPScab. weight

lbs

Batt.weightlbs

Totalsystem

weight lbs

3 (1PH)

4 (1PH)

5 (1PH)

6.5 (1PH)

8 (1PH)

4 ( 3PH)

5 ( 3PH)

6.5 (3PH)

8 (3PH)

98

98

98

98

98

98

98

98

98

255

340

408

544

680

326

408

544

680

120

144

180

240

144

144

180

240

144

10

12

15

20

24

12

15

20

24

48

48

48

48

48

48

48

48

48

535

535

535

639

639

639

1250

1250

1450

888

1110

1480

1776

2220

2960

4440

6080

7400

1633

1855

2247

2835

3279

4063

6390

8630

10150

1- factory installed floor mount brackets; add 2.5” to each side (total 53”)2- standard batteries are 5 year life expectancy. Batteries are installed in the same cabinet with electronics.3- UL rated for 90 min. run time for temperatures: 50ºF to 104ºF (10ºC to 40ºC) or -4ºF to 104ºF (-20ºC to 40ºC) with optional heater.4- NEMA type3R, freestanding, two-door powder coat cold rolled steel cabinet standard. Stainless steel enclosure is optional.

Batt.

VDC

37

40

40

39

82

39

39

39

81

76

76

76

76

76

76

76

76

76

30

30

30

30

30

30

30

30

30

UL listed to UL924. Meets NFPA101, NFPA70, NFPA 110, OSHA,UBC, SBCCI. N.Y City approved.


(3) (4)

120, 1PH208, 1PH240, 1PH277, 1PH

120/208, 3PH277/480, 3PH

SG - sealedlead calcium

30004000500065008000



System

type

Battery

typeInput

voltage

Output

voltage

Run

time

ORDERING INFORMATION Example: 277/480SG5000-FTC3R-277/480-90-ICB-RS232-MBYP-OCB1020-DCS-20Y

VA/W

rating

Input

breaker

Output

breakers Options

FTC3R –single phase

3FTC3R-3 phase

120208277

120/208277/480

90 10Y - 10 yr sealed batteries12HR - 12 hr fast rechargeNOFF - normally off outputEMBP - external bypass switchRMP - remote metering panelRSAP - remote summary alarm panelHTR - heaterINVON - inverter on dry contactsMOD - external modemFAX - fax modemBPR - bypass relaysSS - stainless steel enclosure

1- see page 12 for options description. Summary alarm dry contacts and seismic brackets are standard.2- other run times available3- 1PH are input voltages available for 1 phase systems. 3PH are input voltages available for 3phase systems.4- max. 14 unsupervised single pole positions or 8 with trip alarm. See page 12 for output breakers option details.5- not available in 3 phase version6- normally off loads cannot exceed 20% of total KVA rating with any combination of H.I.D. loads.

RS232

port

RS232 MBYP

Internal

Bypass Switch (1)(3)

(5)

(2)

(5)

(6)

(4)

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SYSTEMS OPTIONS-DETAILS-

*See the ordering information pages for the applicable list of options for each system type

INTEGRATED OUTPUT CIRCUIT BREAKERS:

Trip AlarmOCB - No Breaker Trip

Alarm

OCA - With Breaker TripAlarm

Number of Circuit BreakersCombination of 1 pole, 2 pole and 3

pole breakers available.

*For max. number of circuit breakersavailable please consult factory

Breaker Rating(Amps)

*Various ratingsavailable

Number of poles

Blank - 1 pole-2P - 2 poles-3P - 3poles

Breaker VoltageBlank- matches system output

voltage-120VAC-208VAC-240VAC-277VAC-480VAC

Operation ModeBlank : Normally-On-NOFF : Normally-Off

-OCB 12 20

Distribution circuit breakers are for output load protection. Protection for the normally on and/or for the normally off loads. All circuitbreakers are rated for 10,000 AIC.If ordered, an audible and visual alarm activates when an output distribution circuit breaker is open or has tripped.

(-20YR) 20 Year Sealed Lead Calcium BatteriesMaintenance free battery requires no addition of water overthe life of the battery. The battery cells are housed inprotective, modular steel trays. Life expectancy is designedfor 20-years at 77ºF (25ºC).(-12HR) 12 Hour Fast RechargeBattery charger upgrade option which decreases the timerequired to return a fully discharged battery to the fullycharged state. The normal 24 hour recharge cycle is reducedto a 12 hour period.(-MBYP) Internal Maintenance Bypass SwitchInternally mounted device permits maintenance personnel toeasily bypass the protected equipment directly to the ACutility power. The manual make before break switch isolatesthe system to perform routine maintenance or servicingwithout interruption of utility power to the connected load.(-EMBP) External Maintenance Bypass SwitchThe external maintenance bypass switch is mounted in a 20”Hx 16”W x 9”D NEMA 1 separate enclosure, used to completelyisolate the inverter system from the connected load and ACutility input. This option allows the system to be safelypowered down for maintenance or service. The option maynot be used on systems with more than one single pole outputcircuit breaker which must be sized for the total system outputcurrent.(-RMP) Remote Meter PanelThe panel allows monitoring of parameters and control fromremote locations up to 150 feet away from the inverter system.Also, the remote panel provides a complete touch padinterface allowing the user to monitor, control and program theinverter system.(-RSAP) Remote Summary Alarm PanelWall mountable box provides visual and audible alarms withsilent switch. The panel consists of LED indicators and built inaudible alarm and may be located up to 1,000 feet away fromthe inverter system.(-DCS) Summary Alarm Dry ContactsForm C dry contacts for remote monitoring purposes. Rated at5 amps max. (250VAC/30VDC), the contacts will change statewhen any of the following alarms: High/Low Battery ChargerVoltage, High/Low AC Input Voltage, Near Low BatteryVoltage, Low Battery Voltage, Load Reduction Fault, HighAmbient Temperature, Inverter Fault, Output Fault, OutputOverload or Optional circuit breaker trip alarms, occurs.(-INVON) Inverter On Dry ContactsForm C dry contacts that will change state when the systemtransfers to battery operation(-VTD) Variable Time Delay (for normally off circuits)After a return of AC utility power, delays retransfer of theinverter for up to 15 min. and continues to supply emergencypower to the normally off circuits.

(-NOFF) Normally Off OutputThis output circuit is dedicated for the emergency onlyequipment. Emergency only equipment operates duringpower outages and when the system is on battery back up.This option leaves the normally off load circuits off duringnormal utility power conditions. A 1-pole circuit breaker isprovided. For 3 phase systems, 3 pole normally off circuitsare available as well.(-MOD) External ModemExternal modem device is designed to boost the signal levelof the RS-232 diagnostic interface to remote monitoringlocations located more than 100 feet away from the system.(-FAX) Internal Fax Modem

The internal fax modem enables the system to send a faxautomatically to several pre-programmed numbers when oneof the following conditions occurs: utility failure, output failureor any alarm. The Fax Modem option requires a user supplieddedicated phone line.(-BPR) Bypass RelaysInternal bypass relays will allow overriding circuits that can beswitched on/off, so in case of a power failure the emergencycircuits will be supplied from the inverter system whateverthe position of the switching device. Please consult factoryfor more details.(-DIAL) Auto DialerThe Auto Dialer modem option automatically dials up tofour user-programmable phone numbers in the event ofany system alarm condition. The option is designed todeliver a predetermined digital or audible message whenactivated. The Auto Dialer option requires a user supplieddedicated digital or analog phone line.(-SEIS) Seismic Mounting KitThe seismic mounting kit option is designed to preventsystem movement during seismic events. Heavy dutybrackets are provided to secure system cabinetry to floorsurfaces. Meets Zone 4 requirements.(-ZONEM) Zone MonitoringAllows voltage monitoring of different circuits than thestandard AC utility input. When the voltage of one of thesecircuits drops, the inverter system will go into batteryback-up operation mode. Number and voltage of themonitored circuits to be specified.(-RS232) Diagnostic InterfaceA microprocessor-based data acquisition system designed tomonitor all the system parameters remotely. Monitors alarmlog, event log and automatic test log. User can commandthe system to perform a battery test and review all systemparameters. Access is through a DB9 connector andtransmits at 9600 baud.(-BATM) Battery Cycle Warranty MonitorDevice providing battery monitoring at string level or celllevel. Please consult factory for more details.

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Meter Functions• AC Voltage Input• AC Voltage Output• AC Current output• Battery Voltage• Battery Current• VA Output• Inverter Watts• Ambient Temperature• System Days (cumulative)• Inverter Minutes

(cumulative)Control Functions• Test and Event Logs

(75 logs stored) Logs record thefollowing data: Date, Time, Duration,Output Voltage, Output Current, AmbientTemperature and Alarms Present.

• Alarm Logs(50 logs stored) Logs record the followingdata: Date,Time and Alarm type

• Buzzer On/Off (toggle)• 5 LED Indicators and Alarms With

Ringback Feature

Program Functions• Set Date• Set Time• Set Monthly Test Date and Time• Set Annual Test Date and Time• Set Load Fault Reduction Setting• Set Low Battery Alarm• Set Near Low Battery Alarm• Set Low AC Voltage Alarm• Set High AC Alarm• Set Ambient Temperature Alarm

Alarms• High Battery Charger Voltage• Low Battery Charger Voltage• High AC Input Voltage• Low AC Input Voltage• Near Low Battery Voltage• Low Battery Voltage• Load Reduction Fault• High Ambient Temperature• Inverter Fault• Output Fault• Output Overload

System TestingSystems provide one manual and two automatic test functions. Manual tests of system may be performed at anytime using the control panel test key. Automatic self-diagnostic tests consist of a 5-minute monthly and 90-minuteannual function (the user can program the date and time of day the test is to take place). The microprocessor

automatically records the last 75 test events in its own separate test result log.

CONTROL PANEL & DISPLAY FUNCTIONS

1) Input voltage

Single phase (2 wire + ground) 120VAC□ 208VAC□ 240VAC□ 277VAC□Three phase (4 wire + ground, Y) 120/208VAC□ 277/480V□Three phase (3 wire + ground, ∆) 208VAC□ 480VAC□2) Output voltage

Single phase (2 wire + ground) 120VAC□ 208VAC□ 277VAC□Single phase (3 wire + ground) 120/240V□ 120/277□Three phase (4 wire + ground, Y) 120/208VAC□ 277/480V□3) System capacity

KVA rating :__________________ System series type______________

a) Please consider power consumption and maximum current of the complete lamp fixture not just the lamp

wattage (ie: ballasts consumption)

b) Please consider loads power factor

c) Even if the systems can run with 100% load, it is recommended as standard practice to use a

system with a capacity at least 10% over maximum connected load

4) Type of loads

Incandescent□ Fluorescent□ H.I.D (metal halide, high pressure sodium, etc.)□Others ____________________________________________________________________

5) Mode of operation

Normally ON (24/7)□ Normally OFF (emergency only)□ Switched loads ON/OFF□a) Please consider internal bypass relays or external override relays for switched On/Off loads.

Each switched output circuit will require a bypass relay. Maximum 20 A per circuit.

6) Integrated output circuit breakers

# of CB_____ Amps_____ Voltage_____ # of poles ___ NON□ NOFF□ Trip alarm□#of CB______ Amps_____ Voltage_____ # of poles ___ NON□ NOFF□ Trip alarm□7) Type of batteries (check availability for each type system)

10 yr sealed lead calcium□ 20 yr sealed lead calcium□ wet nickel cadmium□8) Options (refer to available options for each type system)

□12HR- 12 hr fast recharge□MBYP- internal bypass switch□EMBP- external bypass switch□RMP- remote metering panel□RSAP- remote summary alarm panel□DCS- dry summary alarm contacts□INVON- inverter on dry contacts□RS232- diagnostic interface□WB- wall mount bracket

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CENTRAL SYSTEM REQUEST DATA

□NOFF – normally OFF output□MOD- external modem□FAX- fax modem□BPR- bypass relays How many_____□DIAL- autodialer□SEIS- seismic mounting□ZONEM- zone monitoring□VTD- variable time delay□BATM – battery cycle warranty monitor

All information and specifications contained in this catalogue are subject to change due to engineer design, errors and omissions.Illustrations and diagrams within this catalogue may vary from actual products.© 2008 Thomas & Betts Limited. All rights reserved. Printed in Canada 04/08/5000. Order No.: EL-InverterSystemsCAT-US

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