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Dual Power Automatic Transfer Switch

Dual Power Automatic Transfer Switch

The Dual Power Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) monitors dual power sources—typically a primary utility grid and a backup generator—and automatically transfers the electrical load within milliseconds upon voltage loss, phase failure, or over/under-voltage.

Product Overview

 

The Dual Power Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) monitors dual power sources-typically a primary utility grid and a backup generator-and automatically transfers the electrical load within milliseconds upon voltage loss, phase failure, or over/under-voltage. Engineered for mission-critical power distribution systems, it prevents downtime in commercial and industrial installations. 

 

Technical Specifications

 

Parameter

Specification Range

Rated Operational Current (Ie)

10A to 1600A

Pole Configuration

2P, 3P, 4P

Rated Operational Voltage (Ue)

AC 220V / 380V (50Hz/60Hz)

Transfer Time

< 80 ms (PC Class) / < 1.5 s (CB Class)

Utilization Category

AC-33B / AC-31B

Short-Circuit Withstand Current (Icw)

Up to 50kA (Dependent on frame size)

Insulation Voltage (Ui)

690V AC

Operating Life

Electrical: 1,500 cycles / Mechanical: 8,000 cycles

Control Voltage

DC 12V / 24V / AC 220V (Configurable)

Mounting Type

DIN Rail (10A--100A) or Base Plate Bolt-down (125A--1600A)

 

Key Features

 

Zero-Crossing Transfer Control: Microprocessor logic detects phase angle before switching to eliminate inductive load surges and extend motor life.

Three Stable Working Positions: Operates in Utility Normal, Generator Backup, or Manual Off positions with physical mechanical interlocks.

Alloy Contact Tips: Silver-cadmium oxide (AgCdO) contact bridges resist arc erosion and prevent contact welding under high inrush currents.

Dual-Power Isolation: Double-break main contacts provide reinforced electrical clearance for technician safety during manual overrides.

Integrated Communication Ports: RS485 interface supports Modbus-RTU protocol for remote telemetry integration into PLC or SCADA systems.

 

Applications

 

Data Centers & Server Rooms: Maintains continuous power to server racks during grid switching intervals.

Healthcare Facilities: Complies with emergency circuit standards for operating theaters and ICU life-support lines.

Telecommunication Towers: Automatically engages diesel gensets at remote off-grid or unstable rural cell sites.

Industrial Automation Lines: Protects continuous process manufacturing equipment from sudden phase dropouts.

 

Customization

 

Enclosure Integration: Factory pre-wired options inside IP54/IP65 wall-mounted sheet metal cabinets.

Controller Firmware: Customized voltage thresholds, dead-band timers, and generator exercise run schedules programmed prior to shipment.

Terminal Configurations: Extended busbars or tunnel terminals tailored to specific cable sizing requirements.

OEM Branding: Laser-etched nameplates and customized user manual documentation reflecting distributor branding.

 

Manufacturing & Quality Control

 

Stamping & Molding: Automated progressive stamping presses produce copper busbar components within +-0.02 mm tolerances. Phenolic resin housings are injection-molded on 300-ton hydraulic presses to guarantee dielectric strength.

Assembly Process: Clean-room assembly lines utilize torque-calibrated electric screwdrivers to maintain uniform contact pressure across all poles.

Testing Protocol: 100% of units undergo automated factory testing (ATE) checking dielectric withstand voltage (2.5kV for 1 min), micro-ohm contact resistance, and functional transfer timing cycles under simulated loads.

 

Certifications & Documentation

 

Compliance Standards: IEC 60947-6-1 (Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear - Automatic transfer switching equipment), GB/T 14048.11.

Laboratory Reports: CB test certificates and CE declarations issued by TUV / Intertek.

Shipped Documentation: Each batch includes individual factory calibration test reports, 2D/3D CAD models (STEP/IGES), and wiring schematics.

 

Packaging & Delivery

 

Export Packaging: Individually sealed in anti-static moisture-barrier bags, cushioned with molded EPE foam, and packed in heavy-duty 5-layer corrugated export cartons.
Palletization: Fumigation-free wooden pallets secured with strapping and stretch wrap for ocean freight and air cargo protection.
Lead Time: Standard stock configurations ship within 7 to 10 days; customized OEM orders require 25 to 35 days. 

 

FAQ

 

Q: What is the difference between PC-class and CB-class ATS in your product lineup?

A: PC-class units consist of load-break switches that handle and withstand short-circuit currents without providing overload protection, yielding faster transfer times (< 80 ms). CB-class units integrate circuit breakers with thermal-magnetic or electronic trip units, providing both transfer capability and short-circuit/overload protection.

Q: Can the ATS be operated manually during a complete control power failure?

A: Yes. All units include a detachable manual crank handle that allows operators to mechanically drive the switch contacts to the desired position safely while system power is completely dead.

Q: What happens if the utility power fluctuates repeatedly within short intervals?

A: The onboard microprocessor includes an adjustable return timer (0 to 30 minutes) and voltage stabilization delay. The unit will not transfer back to the utility source until voltage readings remain stable beyond the preset time window, preventing generator hunting.

Q: Do you support customized communication protocols for remote monitoring?

A: Standard units utilize RS485 with Modbus-RTU. For specific projects, we can adapt register mappings or supply auxiliary dry-contact feedback modules for integration into existing BMS or SCADA networks.

Q: What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for custom-branded nameplates and manual covers?

A: The MOQ for laser-etched OEM nameplates and customized wiring diagrams on the enclosure door is 50 units per specification. Smaller pilot trial orders can be discussed on a case-by-case basis.

Q: How do you prevent contact sticking or welding under high fault currents?

A: Our moving contacts utilize high-purity silver-nickel (AgNi) or silver-cadmium oxide tips combined with a high-speed magnetic drive spring mechanism that ensures rapid break velocity, minimizing arcing duration and contact degradation.

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