ATS l AU AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH

MASCHINENBAU HALBERSTADT GROUP, building on its 60 years legacy in power

generation, introduces a novel design of Automatic Changeover Switch ideally suited
for quick, safe and reliable transfer of load between two energy supply sources automatically.

INDEX

POWER GENERATION 1

MAIN APPLICATION 2

GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS 3

ATS CONTOLLER 6

MANUAL OPERATION 10

DIMENSIONS 12

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POWER GENERATION
EXPERTISE
Several decades of experience and contribution to power generation technology have
allowed Maschinenbau Halberstadt GmbH to conceptualize and tailor the ideal low
voltage transfer switch that enables:

■■ Quick, safe and reliable transfer.

■■ Secure isolation.
■■ Minimum energy consumption.
■■ Minimizing downtime and service continuity.

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MAIN APPLICATIONS

The transfer switch serves as an equipment to transfer load supply service

between two sources.

■■Utility to Generator
For application with single utility feeder and a standby generator source. The
transfer switch senses loss or abnormality in utility voltage then issues a remote
start signal to the standby generator and transfers the load. Load is transferred
back under normal utility conditions.

LOAD

■■Generator to Generator
For application in a power system with multiple site generators. Load is
transferred to secondary generation in the events of failure or scheduled
maintenance.

LOAD

■■Utility to Utility
For application with multiple utility feed. Transfer from one source to another is
enabled in case of scheduled maintenance of source failure.

LOAD

■■Multiple Source System

Multiple Source Systems may include multiple redundant utility feeds and/or
multiple standby generators.

Load is transferred to standby source in the event of utility (ies) failure in the
case of multiple utility feeds.

Load transfer to secondary generator is accomplished following the failure of

both utility and standby generators.

LOAD

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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
The ATS is intended for use in low voltage power networks in order to reduce and
virtually eliminate outage periods of critical loads. The ATS ratings range from 100A
to 3000A to cover the widest range of industrial, commercial and residential needs.
MBH AU’s unique design is optimized to ensure personnel safety, equipment protection
and virtually eliminating outages thus combining safety, reliability and fast response. It
is widely trusted to maintain service of critical and non-critical processes online at all
time to enhance our client’s manufacturing capabilities.

■■ Extended product lifetime through minimization of arcing time.

■■ On-Load Switching.
■■ 3 Stable switch positions (Main Source, Neutral, Emergency Source).
■■ Manual Bypass Capabilities.
■■ Dual switching strategies:
Main ←→ Emergency or Main ←→ Neutral ←→ Emergency.
■■ Individual phase enclosure and arc chamber to improve breaking capacity.
■■ Enhanced main contact protection & breaking capacity.
■■ Easy to maintain.
■■ High transfer capabilities for inductive and motor loads.

Safety
■■ All phases are fully insulated, each in its unique structure.
■■ The breaking chambers are fully enclosed to prevent contact with any live parts
caused by insulation degradation following an arcing event.
■■ Safe conductive performance is ensured by applying adequate contact pressure at
all times during operation.

Compact Design
■■ The compact and unique design allows for switching between main source and
emergency source through the use of one coil.
■■ The uniquely structured arc shute reduces the arc breaking time leading to longer
contact lifetime.
■■ Stable breaking is ensured by the use of a breaking spring for tripping operations.
■■ Low loss and low energy consumption due to the application of instantaneous
excitation mode.
■■ Both direct source transfer and transfer through neutral stable position are possible.

Arc Chamber

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■■AU Technical Description

AC 23B AC 23B AC 23B AC 23B

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AC 23B AC 23B AC 23B AC 23B AC 23B

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AUC 173
DIN RAIL MOUNTED
Features
■■ DIN Rail mounted.
■■ No DC supply required.
■■ Adjustable MCB and GCB delays.
■■ 10A/250VAC MCB and GCB outputs.
■■ 10A/28VDC/250VAC remote start output.
■■ Isolated mains and genset inputs.

Inputs
■■ R-S-T: Mains phase voltages.
■■ NEUT-MN: Mains neutral terminal.
■■ G: Generator phase voltage.
■■ NEUT-GN: Generator neutral terminal.

Outputs
■■ MCB-MAINS Contactor: Normally open relay output connecting the phase-R voltage to the terminal. (10A@250V-AC)
■■ GCB-Generator Contactor: Normally open relay output connecting the phase-G voltage to the terminal. (10A@250V-AC)
■■ Remote Start: Normally open engine start request relay output. (10A@28V-DC/250V-AC)

Technical Specifications
■■ Alternator Voltage: 170-300 V-AC (Ph-N).
■■ Mains Voltages: 170-300 V-AC (Ph-N).
■■ Generator Contactor Delay: 1 to 40 sec. adjustable.
■■ Mains Return Delay: 1 to 40 sec. adjustable.
■■ MCB Relay Output: 10A @ 250V-AC.
■■ GCB Relay Output: 10A @ 250V-AC.
■■ Remote Start Relay Output: 10A @250V-AC/28V-DC.
■■ Operating temp.: -30°C (-22°F) to 70 °C (158°F).
■■ Storage temp.: -30°C (-22°F) to 80 °C (176°F).
■■ Maximum humidity: 95% noncondensing.
■■ Dimensions: 70x115x66mm (WxHxD).
■■ Weight: 180g (approx.).
■■ Installation: DIN Rail mounted.
■■ Case Material: High Temp. ABS/PC (UL94-V0).
■■ IP Protection: IP20.
■■ Conformity (EU directives).
■■2006/95/EC (low voltage).
■■2004/108/EC (EMC).
■■ Norms of reference:
■■ EN 61010 (safety requirements).
■■ EN 61326 (EMC requirements).

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AUC 329 ATS CONTROLLER

WITH MULTIPLE GENSET
SUPPORT
Features
■■ Automatic contactor control.
■■ Synchroscope & check synch.
■■ No break transfer & no break load test.
■■ Multiple genset system support.
■■ Electrical protections for genset.
■■ Built in alarms and warnings.
■■ Load shedding, dummy load.
■■ Periodic maintenance request indicator.
■■ Built in daily / weekly / monthly exerciser.
■■ Event logging with time stamp and measurements.
■■ Statistical counters.
■■ Battery backed-up real time clock.
■■ Weekly operation schedule programs.
■■ 3 level password system.
■■ Field adjustable parameters.
■■ RS-232 serial port.
■■ Firmware downloadable from serial port.
■■ Free MS-Windows Remote monitoring SW:
■■Local and modem connection.
■■Monitoring, download of parameters.
■■ Modem networking.
■■ GSM and PSTN modem support.
■■ GSM SMS message sending on fault.
■■ MODBUS communications.
■■ Graphic LCD display (128x64 pixels).
■■ User friendly graphic indicators.
■■ Triple language support.
■■ Customer logo display capability.
■■ Configurable digital inputs: 7.
■■ Configurable digital outputs: 2.
■■ Total digital outputs: 6.
■■ I/O expansion capability.
■■ Survives cranking dropouts.
■■ Sealed front panel.
■■ Plug-in connection system for easy replacement.

Inputs
The unit has 7 configutable digital inputs. Each input has following
programmable parameters:
■■ Alarm type: shutdown / load-dump / warning / no alarm.
■■ Alarm polling: on engine running / always / on mains OK.
■■ Latching / non-latching operation.
■■ Contact type: NO / NC.
■■ Switching: BAT+ / BAT.

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Outputs
The unit provides 6 digital outputs and 2 of them have programmable functions, selectable from a list. Any function or alarm
condition may be output as a relay output. Using two Relay Expansion Modules, the number of relays may be increased to 22, 16
of them being volt-free contacts.

■■ Alternator voltage: 0 to 300 V-AC (Ph-N).

■■ Alternator frequency: 0-100 Hz.
■■ Mains voltage: 0 to 300 V-AC (Ph-N).
■■ Mains frequency: 0-100 Hz.
■■ DC Supply Range: 9.0 to 30.0 V-DC.
■■ Cranking dropouts: survives 0 V for 100ms.
■■ Typical Standby Current: 100 mA-DC.
■■ Maximum Operating Current: 200 mA-DC. (Relay outputs open)
■■ Generator/Mains Contactor Relay Outputs: 16 A / 250V.
■■ Current inputs: from CTs, .../5A. Max load 0.7VA per phase.
■■ Serial port: RS-232, 9600 bauds, no parity, 1 bit stop.
■■ DC Outputs: 1A @ 28V.
■■ Operating temperature: -20°C (-4°F) to 70 °C (158°F).
■■ Storage temperature: -40°C (-40°F) to 80 °C (176°F).
■■ Maximum humidity: 95% non-condensing.
■■ Dimensions: 165 x 125 x 48 mm (WxHxD).
■■ Panel Cut-out Dimensions: 151x111 mm minimum.
■■ Weight: 300 g (approx).
■■ Case Material: High Temperature ABS/PC (UL94-V0).
■■ IP Protection: IP65 from front panel, IP30 from the rear.
■■ Conformity (EU directives).
■■ 2006/95/EC (low voltage).
■■ 2004/108/EC (electro-magnetic compatibility).
■■ Norms:
■■ EN 61010 (safety requirements).
■■ EN 61326 (EMC requirements).

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MANUAL OPERATION
Manual operation is made feasible through the use of a handle connected to the side of the ATS and by making use of a metal pin
to control source selection and tripping.

■■Manual Bypass to Source A

■■Source A: ON

■■Manual Bypass to Source B

■■Source B: ON

■■Trip

■■Source A: OFF

■■Source B: OFF

■■ CAUTION: ATS Manual operation should be carried out under no load conditions and after careful inspection of live parts.

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OPERATING CONDITIONS
■■Ambient Conditions
Avoid installation in humid areas, locations with risk of exposure to poisonous gas and high temperature places.

■■Orientation
The ATS is designed to be installed in a specific direction as highlighted in the figure. The ATS feature and performance may be
subject to variation if the installation orientation changes. Ideally, the ATS should be installed so as the nameplate can be read
properly facing the front and without any twist or bending of any ATS components.

■■Control Circuit Connection

Use low voltage control/power cable with sufficient length. In case of DC supply, make sure to take into consideration battery and
charging characteristics.

■■Main Circuit Connection

Connect firmly by selecting appropriate wire sizes and solderless terminals. Avoid applying excessive stress to the main circuit
terminal.

■■Maintenance & Inspection

Conduct maintenance and inspection at regular cycles in order to maintain the ATS performance.

■■Recommended

■■NOT Recommended

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AU DIMENSIONS

■■AU 100A - AU 200A (Front)

Type 3P 4P
A 234 264

B 133 163

■■AU 400A (Front)

Type 3P 4P
A 287 338

B 192 243

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■■AU 600A - AU 1000A (Front)

AU600 AU800 AU1000

3P 4P 3P 4P 3P 4P

A 340 400 400 480 400 480

B 224 284 284 364 284 364

C 220 220 239 239 239 239

D 30 30 31 31 31 31

E 40 40 40 40 50 50

F 20 20 40 40 30 30

G 60 60 80 80 80 80

H 5 5 8 8 10 10

I 36 36 42 42 42 42

J 60 60 54 54 56 56

K 248 248 267 267 267 267

L 58 58 80.5 80.5 79.5 79.5

M 53 53 63 63 63 63

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■■AU 1200A - AU 1600A (Front)

AU1200 AU1600
3P 4P 3P 4P
A 452.7 535.7 452.7 535.7

B 328 411 328 411

C 419.4 419.4 419.4 419.4

D 534.4 534.4 534.4 534.4

E 50 50 50 50

F 27 27 27 27

G 33 33 33 33

H 83 83 83 83

I 94.5 94.5 94.5 94.5

J 25 25 25 25

K 12 12 12 12

L 69 69 69 69

M 55 55 55 55

N 153.7 153.7 153.7 153.7

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■■AU 2000A (Back)

AU1200
3P 4P
A 527.7 635.7

B 403 511

C - -

D - -

E 75 75

F 40 40

G 33 33

H 108 108

I 107 107

J - -

K 15 15

L - -

M - -

N 152.2 152.2

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■■AU 3000A (Back)

AU3000
3P 4P
A 602.7 735.7

B 478 611

C 25 25

D 142.2 142.2

CATALOG NO.

AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH

Model Switch Type Installation Controller

AU Automatic Changeover Switch S Standard AC F Front Connection c1 AUC 329
B Back Connection c2 AUC 173
Poles Supply voltage (shunt trip) Current Rating Enclosure
3 3P 220 220V 0100 100A 1200 1200A ** Protection Index
4 4P 110 110V 0200 200A 1600 1600A
0400 400A 2000 2000A
0800 800A 2500 2500A
1000 1000A 3000 3000A

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