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Operating Instructions

Contactor for capacitor switching

Type: 3TK41 with fuse type resistors.
Three Pre-charge resistors are

included.
Note: Do not remove precharging
resistors, as this may cause the
contacts to be damaged in
switching operations under the load.

Capacitor charging time < 3ms.

Fig. 1

A. Technical Data
i) Main circuit :
The capacitors are precharged via
early-make contacts and integrated
pre-charge resistors before the main
contacts close.This combination
may be used for switching of
capacitor banks for p.f. correction of
single loads or in centralised group
p.f. correction system.

Insulation voltage Ui = 660 VAC

(pollution degree = 3)

Rated operating current

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le/AC-6b ( 40 C) = 15A

Load rating of contactor

when switching 3-phase AC
capacitors.
Voltage
kVAr
230 V, 50Hz
4 - 5.5
400/415 V, 50 Hz
7.5 - 10

Switching frequency in make/

break operations per hour = 90.

Maximum back-up fuse rating
(type 3NA1) as per IS 13947-4
(IEC 947-4) = 25 A for type 2
co-ordination.

ii) Auxiliary circuit:

Auxiliary contacts available =
1NO+1NC
le AC-15/AC-11 = 3.6 A
at 415 V AC.
le DC-13/DC-11 = 0.48 A
at 220 V DC.
iii) Control circuit:

Control voltage is marked on the

coil.
Note: The voltage to the coil is to
be maintained within allowable
limits.
In case the under voltage to the coil
is applied, it may lead to damage of
pre-charge resistors.

Coil operating range:

As per claimed band for wide
band AC Coils.

Coil consumption at 1.0 Uc,

50Hz.
During closing = 100VA, 0.82pf
When closed = 15VA, 0.29pf

Maximum back-up fuse rating for

control circuit

= 16A
= 6A if relay
contact is in the control circuit.
iv) Internal connection diagram:
Ref. fig. 1 for circuit diagram and
position of terminals.

Warning:

Hazardous Voltage can cause

Electric Shock and burns.
Disconnect Power before proceeding
with any work on this equipment

Avoid operation during under

voltage conditions.
Switch only onto discharged
capacitors.
Manual operation not
permitted for function testing.

The On - Off indication of contactor

is shown by the position indicator.
v) Weight
AC operated app. 490 g.
B. Installation
1. Permitted mounting positions
are as indicated in fig. 2.
2. The unit is suitable for screw
mounting on flat vertical surface
with two M4 screws. Always
use plain and spring washers.
For mounting dimensions refer
fig. 3. Alternatively snap on to a
35 mm Top hat Rail TH 35 as per
IS:11039.
Note: Install the unit in housing if it
is exposed to dust, dirt,
contamination or aggressive
atmosphere.
3. Allowable conductor sizes:
a) Main Terminal:
Stranded with 1X(0.75 to 2.5)
end sleeves
sq. mm.
Solid
1X(1 to 2.5) or
(1x4) sq. mm.
Terminal screw M3.5
Tightening
0.8 to 1.4 Nm.
Torque

b) Auxiliary Terminal
Stranded with 2X(0.75 to 2.5)
end sleeves
sq. mm.
Solid
2X(1 to 2.5) or
(1x4) sq. mm.
Terminal screw M3.5
Tightening
0.8 to 1.4 Nm.
Torque
C. Maintenance
Remove dust by suction.
Replacement of contacts is not
permitted.
Replacement of coil:
Spare coil is available.

Fig. 1

Fig. 3

Fig. 2

D. Note :

Coil Voltage

Normally the power factor controller

used in APFC panels, has the
provision for adjustable under
voltage cut out with respect to
voltage and time. Please ensure
that the controllers are preset as per
values given in table.

Controller Settings
Under Voltage Setting

Actuating time

150 - 280 V

160 V

< 1.0 Sec.

260 - 460 V

270 V

< 1.0 Sec.

above settings, it is recommended

to provide a seperate undervoltage
monitor having above settings, to
ensure satisfactory performance of

In case, the Power Factor controller

does not have the provision of

E. Accessories for 3TK41 contactor

Type reference &
order no.

Accessories
1. Blank identification tag

Description

3TX4 210 - OH

2. Surge supressor Varistor

i)
24 to 48
V AC
ii) 48 to 127
V AC
iii) 127 to 240
V AC
iv) 240 to 400
V AC
v) 400 to 600
V AC

24 to 70
70 to 150
150 to 250

V DC
V DC
V DC

3TX7
3TX7
3TX7
3TX7
3TX7

3. Surge supressor RC Unit

i)
24 - 48
V AC
ii) 48 - 127
V AC
iii) 127 - 240
V AC
iv) 240 - 400
V AC
v) 400 - 600
V AC

24 - 70
70 - 150
150 - 250

V DC
V DC
V DC

3TX7 402 - 3RY2

3TX7 402 - 3SY2
3TX7 402 - 3TY2
3TX7 402 - 3UY2
3TX7 402 - 3VY2

SGR-01-101-066
This Replaces SGR-01-101-055

For further details on such an

undervoltage monitor, please
contact nearest Siemens office.

Spare parts for 3TK41 contactor

Description

Siemens Ltd.

the contactors type 3TK.

402 - 3GY1
402 - 3HY1
402 - 3JY1
402 - 3KY1
402 - 3LY1

Type ref. &

order no.

1) Spare coil
i) AC coil (50 Hz)

3TY7 403 - OA.**

2) Spare Resistor

3TK7 410 - OA

**The last 2 dots are for coil voltage code.

Codes for coil voltage AC (50 Hz)

Product upgradation is a continous process. Hence, data in this

leaflet is subject to change without prior notice. For the latest
information, please get in touch with our Sales Offices.

AC coil, 50Hz
coil Voltage (V)

Code

150 - 280

Z8

260 - 460

Z7

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