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TM1800 Circuit Breaker Analyzer System
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regulations have been clarified and the application of Equipment and methods that
existing rules has tightened. Keeping a good safety record supports DualGroundTM testing are
is becoming a crucial asset in attracting investors and associated with the DualGround
customers. symbol. This symbol certifies the
use of groundbreaking technology
The capacitive coupling from live high-voltage conductors
and methods that enables a safe,
induces harmful/lethal currents in all parallel conductors in
fast and easy workflow with both
all substations. Grounding both sides of the test object
sides grounded throughout the test.
conducts the induced current to earth and provides a safe
area for the test personnel. See Figures 1 and 2.
Figure 1. With only one side grounded the induced current can Figure 2. Testing is much safer using the DCM module and
reach values high enough to be harmful or lethal for humans. DualGround.
Two risky steps (3 & 5) in the workflow are left out and one
Dual Ground step is made safer. Result: safer, faster and easier testing.
Conventional Testing
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Figure 5. DRM is a reliable method to estimate the length/wear of the arcing contact.
The DRM1800 provides high current and the TM1800 gives an accurate measurement
with very good resolution. Besides, it is possible to use DualGround testing.
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Specifications are valid after 30 minutes warm up time. System ■ Temperature sensor connection
time base drift 0.001% per year. Specifications are subject to ■ Quick backup on USB device
change without notice.
■ Trigger inputs and outputs
Environment ■ Outputs for warning signal
Application field ■ Earth (Ground) connection
For use in high-voltage substations and industrial environments. ■ Communication interfaces (USB, Ethernet, etc)
Temperature
Operating: -10°C to +50°C (+14°F to +122°F) BASIC UNIT SPECIFICATIONS
Storage & transport: -55°C to +70°C (-67°F to +158°F) Power supply (nominal) 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Humidity: 5% – 95% RH, non-condensing Power consumption 250 VA (max)
Dimensions 515 x 173 x 452 mm
CE-marking (20.3” x 6.8” x 17.8”)
LVD Low Voltage Directive 73/3/EEC am. Weight 15.5 kg (34.2 lbs)
by 93/68/EEC
EMC EMC Directive 89/336/EEC am. by External Input
91/263/EEC, 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC Trig in
Time accuracy: ±0.1 ms
Voltage mode
Input range: 0 to 250 V AC/DC
MODULAR DESIGN OF THE TM1800 Threshold level: user configurable in software steps of 1 V
Contact mode
BASIC UNIT, Cat. No. CG-19090 Open circuit voltage: 35 V DC ±20%
The modularized design makes it very flexible to user Short circuit current: 10 to 40 mA
needs and enables reconfiguration for new demands and Threshold level: 1 - 2 kΩ
upgrade with new functionality. The user can configure External Output
TM1800 to a complete test set based upon user specific Trig out
need. The firmware, CABA Local, guides the user to Number of channels: 3 (Trig Out, DRM, Warning)
efficient circuit breaker testing. Pulse duration: 1-999 ms, user configurable in steps of 1 ms
Voltage mode
All inputs and outputs on the TM1800 and the modules Open circuit voltage: 12 V DC ±5%
are designed to withstand the harsh environment in high- Voltage at 0.5A: 9 V DC ±10%
voltage substations and industrial environments. Max short circuit current: 1.5 A
Contact mode
With built-in protection circuits and software-designed Max switching current: 0.5 A at 12 V and resistive load
protection the TM1800 has built-in suppression to protect Voltage at 0.5A: 9 V DC ±10%
against failures caused by over-voltages generated in the Max short circuit current: 1.5 A
substations and high-voltage environments. DRM (for DRM1800 only)
Warning
The HDD module is a part of the basic unit and contains Relay: for lamp or horn
the hard drive with all data and software setup. It can Pre-operation warning: 0 0 999 s, user configurable in
easily be removed and changed. steps of 1 s
Voltage mode
Output voltage: 12 V DC ±10%
Voltage at 0.5A: 9 V DC ±10%
Short circuit current: Fuse 1 A DC fasting acting type
(F1H250V)
Contact mode
Max switching current: 1 A at 12 V and resistive load
Communication Interface
USB Ver. 1.1
Ethernet 100 base-Tx Fast Ethernet
External screen SVGA, up to 800 x 600 at 24 bit color,
32 MB SDRAM
HMI, Human-Machine Interface
CABA Local Circuit breaker analyzing software
Languages English, French, German, Spanish, Swedish
Display Transreflecting to increase visibility in direct
sunlight
Diag. Size 21 cm (8”)
Keyboard Built-in
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CONTROL MODULE, Cat. No. CG-19030 TIMING M/R MODULE, Cat. No. CG-19080
The control module controls The timing M/R module uses one hook-up for testing all
the operation of the circuit the important timing parameters of a contact without the
breaker. Various circuit breaker need of reconnection or special set-ups.
operation sequences can be
One timing M/R module will
performed accurately and without
measure up to six contacts
any bounce.
including linear PIR contacts.
This module also measures
The timing M/R module is
important parameters during the
using patented Active
test. Coil current, control voltage,
Interference Suppression to
coil resistance for each phase on
obtain correct timing and
one phase operated circuit
accurate PIR values regardless
breaker is automatically measured
of interference in high voltage
without any additional test lead
substations.
connections. Auxiliary contact
timing is measured for single The module is equipped with
operation. three galvanically isolated XLR
female connectors with built-in
■ Three independent contact
voltage source.
functions per module
■ Six channels per module
■ Pre-programmed sequences
Close, Open, Close/Open, ■ Active Interference Suppression
Open/Close, Open/Close/Open
■ High resolution and up to
■ Timing of a and b auxiliary contacts for single operation 40 kHz sampling
TIMING AUX MODULE, Cat. No. CG-19060 PRINTER MODULE, Cat. No. CG-19050
The timing aux module expands The Printer module offers a
the TM1800 system with timing convenient and practical way of
inputs for measuring any auxiliary making printouts of test results in
contact on the circuit breaker. the field.
It measures timing of both dry The printouts contain both
and wet contacts for example numerical and graphical results.
timing of spring charging motor, Pre-installed printer templates in
anti-pump relay etc. the TM1800 are easy to adapt
■ Six channels per module and provide different printout
formats to suit specific needs for
■ Polarity insensitive a comprehensive test report.
■ Dry and wet auxiliary contacts ■ Thermal printer sensitive line
dot method
TIMING AUX MODULE
SPECIFICATIONS ■ Paper width 114 mm (4")
General
No. of channels 6
■ Printing speed 50 mm/s
Time base accuracy ±0.01% of (400 dot lines/s)
reading ±1 sample interval
Max sample rate 20 kHz PRINTER MODULE SPECIFICATIONS
Measurement time 15 s at 20 kHz sample rate, General
30 s at 10 kHz sample rate, Printer type Thermal printer
200 s at 10 kHz sample rate using data Paper type Thermal 114 mm
compression Max sample rate 20 kHz
Weight 0.8 kg (1.8 lbs) Storage & transport
temperature -20°C to +60°C (-4°F to +140°F)
Voltage mode Weight 0.8 kg (1.8 lbs)
Input voltage range 0 - 250 V AC/DC
Status threshold ±10 V
Accuracy ±0.5 V
Contact mode
Open circuit voltage 25 to 35 V
Short circuit current 10 to 30 mA
Status threshold Closed < 100 Ω, Open > 2 kΩ
HDD MODULE
The HDD module is a special
module which is a part of the
basic unit. It is a data storage
module.
Storage of all set up, user
customization and measurement
data is done in the HDD
module. The module is easily
replaced e.g. when different
users are sharing one TM1800
and want individual setups, data
and configurations.
■ Change set-up, user
customization, measurement
data by changing HDD
module
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