Sie10166 Cba1000
Sie10166 Cba1000
Sie10166 Cba1000
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APPLICABLE STANDARDS
The test set conforms to the EEC directives regarding Electromagnetic Compatibility and Low
Voltage instruments.
A) Electromagnetic Compatibility:
Directive no. 2004/108/EC. Applicable Standard : EN61326-1 + A1 + A2.
EMISSION
- EN 61000-3-2 + A2: Harmonic content of power supply. Acceptable limits: basic.
- EN 61000-3-3 + A1: Limitation of voltage fluctuations and flicker. Acceptable limits: basic.
- CISPR16 (EN 55011 class A): Limits and measurement methods of radio-electric disturbances for
industrial, medical and scientific instruments at radio-electric frequencies.
Acceptable limits for conducted emission:
. 0.15-0.5 MHz: 79 dB pk; 66 dB avg.
. 0.5-5 MHz: 73 dB pk; 60 dB avg.
. 5-30 MHz: 73 dB pk; 60 dB avg.
Acceptable limits for radiated emission:
. 30-230 MHz: 40 dB (30 m)
. 230-1000 MHz: 47 dB (30 m)
IMMUNITY
- EN 61000-4-2 + A1 + A2: Immunity tests for ESD. Test values: 8 kV in air; 4 kV in contact.
- EN 61000-4-3 + A1; Immunity tests for radio frequency interference. Test values (f= 900 ± 5
MHz): field 10 V/m, modulated AM 80%; 1 kHz
- EN 61000-4-4; Immunity tests for high speed transients (burst). Test values: 2 kV peak; 5/50 ns.
- EN 61000-4-5 + A1; Immunity tests for surge. Test values: 1 kV peak differential mode; 2 kV
peak common mode; 1.2/50 us.
- EN 61000-4-6 + A1: immunity to low-voltage sinusoidal waveform. Test values: 0.15-80 MHz, 10
Vrms, 80% AM 1 kHz.
- EN 61000-4-8 + A1: Immunity tests for low frequency magnetic fields. Test values: 30 Arms/m.
- EN 61000-4-11: Immunity test for power supply drops. Test value: 1 cycle; 100% drop.
1 INTRODUCTION
The circuit breaker analyzer and microOhmmeter model CBA1000 is a two-in-one test set.
When used as a circuit breaker analyzer, it allows the off-line testing of the characteristics of all
modern MV and HV circuit breakers. The test set measures CB operation times as they are defined
in the IEC standard 62271-100; in particular:
. Opening time: see 3.7.133;
. Closing time: see 3.7.136;
. O-C time: see 3.7.139;
. C-O time: see 3.7.143;
. Minimum trip duration: see 3.7.146;
. Minimum close duration: see 3.7.147.
When used as a microOhmmeter, it allows measuring the contact resistance of the circuit breaker
contact, or also of joints or other circuit parts. It allows also to perform the dynamic test of the
contact resistance, that is to record and display how does the contact resistance change while it is
closing: this allows detecting hidden defects, that are otherwise impossible to be diagnosed.
All circuits have been designed to ensure safe operation in the noisy environment of HV and MV
substations.
The instrument is housed in a transportable aluminium box, that is provided with removable cover
and handles for ease of transportation.
2 CHARACTERISTICS
2.1 COIL DRIVING CIRCUITS
. Number of main contact inputs: six in all, divided in three groups of two each.
. Test of the main contact and of the pre-insertion resistor contact, selectable.
. The contact is CLOSED when the contact resistance is less than 10 Ohm.
. Pre-insertion resistor contact range: 30 Ohm to 10 kOhm.
. Contact test voltage: 24 V. Main contact test current: 50 mA.
. Each input group is isolated with respect to the others.
. Connection: via nine safety sockets.
. When a main contact is closed, the corresponding light on the front panel turns on.
. Sample rate: 20 kHz maximum for recording up to 1s; 2kHz for recordings from 1 to 10 s; 200Hz
for recordings up to 100s; 100Hz up to 200s.
. Resolution: 0.1 ms to 1 s.
. Inputs timing accuracy: see the following table
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. Number of analog inputs: Two, high voltage and low voltage, isolated between them..
. Input voltage ranges: ± 5 V; ± 50 V; ± 500 V DC (3.5; 35; 350 V AC), user selected. These ranges
allow measuring all AC and DC voltages.
. Analog input measurement resolution: 16 bit.
. Analog input measurement accuracy: 0.5% of the reading ± 0.1% of the selected range, for DC
inputs: 1 % of the reading ± 0.2% of the selected range, for AC inputs.
. Analog input impedance: more than 200 kOhm.
. Analog input measurement sampling rate: 20 kHz max.
. Connection: via two safety sockets for the input, plus two safety sockets for the polarizing voltage.
. Coil current: the time measurement starts as soon as the first Open or Close coil current exceeds
the selected percentage, from 1% to 30%, of the selected current range.
. Auxiliary input: the time measurement starts when the selected auxiliary input turns ON or
changes its state. The trigger can be performed also on a logical combination of auxiliary inputs.
. Analog input: the time measurement starts when the analog input level crosses (greater than, lower
than) the selected threshold.
. External trigger. The test set features a Trigger Out output and a Trigger In input, that allow
synchronizing up to 4 CBA1000’s. In this mode, one CBA1000 acts as the Master unit; its Trigger
Out output will be connected to all other units, selected as Slave. As the Master starts the test, all
other Slave units will measure the timing on Main, auxiliary and analog inputs. Maximum timing
error: 100 us. This feature allows to test circuit breakers with more than two chambers per phase, or
to survey more than four auxiliary inputs, or to survey more than one analog input at a time.
The user can select the following Open and Close sequences:
. Open: the Open coil is driven. In case of four coils, the selected Open coil phase is driven.
. Close: the Close coil is driven.
. OC: In sequence, the Open and Close coils are driven. In case of four coils, the selected Open coil
phase is driven.
. CO: In sequence, the Close and Open coils are driven. In case of four coils, the selected Open coil
phase is driven.
. OCO: In sequence, the Open, the Close and then again the Open coils are driven. In case of four
coils, the first Open command is issued on the selected Open coil phase, while the second Open
command is issued on all coil phases.
Via the software, it is possible to repeat an OC or CO command up to 9999 times.
These sequences are also selected by means of a dedicated pushbutton; the selected sequence is
confirmed by an LED.
For all the above sequences, the user can program the following delays:
. Open command duration: range 10 ms to 10 s.
. Close command duration: range 10 ms to 10 s.
. Open to Close delay: delay range 10 ms to 199.990 s.
. Close to Open delay: delay range 10 ms to 199.990 s.
. Recording duration: range 10 ms to 199.990 s.
. Two times recording. In this mode, the measurement is performed in two steps, separated by a
pause: this avoids loosing the timing resolution of the part of interest. It is possible to program a
first recording duration, then a pause, then the second recording duration.
. After programming, it is possible to view on the display the sequence timing: this helps avoiding
programming errors.
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OPEN
O DURATION
CLOSE
C DURATION
OC DELAY CO DELAY
TWO TIMES
OPEN 1
CONTACT 1
CONTACTS 2, 3
MONITORED D1 PAUSE MONITORED D2
This measurement is performed connecting CBA1000 to the test sample and measuring its
resistance. Test samples can be: joints, main contacts and so on. Main contacts resistance is
measured in the closed position.
. Test current, resistance measuring range, resolution and accuracy: see the table.
. Type of current source: electronic constant current generator, driven by a discharging capacitor.
. Minimum duration of the current generation: 30 ms, @ 200 A.
. Capacitor charging time: 60 s.
. Maximum test voltage: 18 V.
. Test mode selection. With single test, the resistance value is displayed. With Breaker phase test,
the screen shows a table that collects the measurement of all phases.
. NOTE: during the first 4 ms, the resistance measurement is affected by the connection leads
inductance.
With this measurement it is possible to record the main contact resistance during the CB close.
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The CB is open prior to test start: CBA1000 issues the Close command; as the contact closes, the
test current passes through the contact, and CBA1000 measures the contact resistance variations
during the close movement.
. Test current, resistance ranges and other characteristics: as for the static resistance measurement.
. Unlike the static resistance measurement, the test result is not a table of resistance measurements:
it is the resistance profile during the test, along with voltage and current profiles.
. The control is local, via keypad, selectors and display: no PC control is necessary.
. Keypad: 12 keys, numeric plus alphabet: it allows inputting all test references. The arrangement is
the same as portable phones.
. Two dedicated pushbuttons for test start and sequence selection.
. Numeric encoder with pushbutton for menu selection (see below the selections list).
. As the test is started, a buzzer warns the operator.
. The graphical display has the following main features:
- Type: transflective LCD;
- Pixels: 320x 240;
- Backlight color: white;
- View area: 122 x 92 mm;
- Displays: menu selections prior to test start; then, current waveforms, contact inputs (main –
resistance), auxiliary inputs, analog input (those enabled). For dynamic resistance, it is
possible to display the resistance profile, along with voltage and current profiles.
. Interfaces to PC: RS232, 57600 baud; USB.
. Memory size: 128 Mbytes (approx. 250 results).
. Maximum record length: 200 s.
. Capability of saving and re-calling up to 48 test settings.
2.11 PC SOFTWARE
Appendix A lists the features that are menu selected. The menu is operated by means of the MENU
control knob, that incorporates a switch. The menu is entered pressing the knob and selecting the
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item moving the knob. Once the item has been found and programmed, pressing the arrow the menu
moves back, so that other programming can be performed.
After test start, measurements are displayed in the corresponding window. Pressing the knob it is
possible to return to menu selections and modify them, and then it is possible to return to the
measurements window.
Any setting can be saved to and recalled from the memory, with a line of text description. At
power-on, the default one is displayed: it can also be recalled as necessary. Settings are permanently
stored in the memory; new settings can be written to the same address after confirmation. For
normal mode operation it is possible to recall the standard setting, that cannot be modified.
During the test, test results can be stored in the memory, according to selections.
. Mains supply:
.. From 85 to 265 V AC; 50-60 Hz,
.. From 100 to 350 V DC.
. Test set operation: from the mains, or from an internal battery. Battery characteristics:
.. Type: Ni-Mh, rechargeable.
.. Battery operating time: 4 hours (CB tests); 1 hour (microhmmeter).
.. Battery charging time: 8 hours.
3 OPTIONS
Options 1 to 4 are to be specified at order, even if it is possible to install them later on.
The option performances are described at paragraphs 2.8 and 2.9. Physically, it is made of a printed
circuit board, to be mounted on the mother panel, and of a capacitor, to be mounted on the base.
Even if it is possible to upgrade CBA1000, it is advisable to request the option at order: see below
for the CBA1000 coding. In case of an order after CBA1000 delivery, use the code in the title.
With this option the test set is provided with the circuits to drive four coils (three Open, one Close),
rather than two. The option is made of an additional printed circuit board that fits into the mother
board.
Even if it is possible to upgrade CBA1000, it is advisable to request the option at order: see below
for the CBA1000 coding. In case of an order after CBA1000 delivery, use the code in the title.
Thermal printer, for the printout of all test results.Paper 112 mm wide.
These options have the purpose of allowing to test the behaviour of the Minimum Trip Coil circuit
and of Open or Close coils, when supplied at a reduced voltage.
There are two modules available: one, code PII34166, is for battery voltages up to 250 V; the other
one, code PII24166, is for battery voltages up to 70 V.
The option is to be connected to the auxiliary DC supply of the plant; the option output voltage can
be modified (stepped or ramped down), according to the test program.
Options characteristics:
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. Connections: one input safety socket, to be connected to the auxiliary supply positive, and one
output safety socket, to be connected to the minimum voltage input.
. Voltage adjustment in steps.
. Over-current protection.
The following table lists the possible CBA1000 configurations and the corresponding coding.
.. Five cables banana to banana: one red, two black, two blue.
.. Three jumpers, with 2 safety plugs, 10 cm long, for the connection of coil
drivers to the supply.
.. One 4-way cable for connect Trasducers. Cable is 10 meter long, and
terminated onone side with safety 4 mm banana plugs and on other side with
male measure connector.
If the micro-ohm meter option is included, the following connection cables are provided:
If the four coils drive option is included, the following additional connection cables are provided:
.. One cable with four conductors for the connection to the CB coils. Cable length: 10 m;
cross section 1.5 sq. mm, terminated with safety banana plugs on both sides; colors: black;
red, blue, yellow.
Two jumpers, with 2 safety plugs, 10 cm long, for the connection of coil drivers to the supply.
If the MTC option is included, the following additional connection cables are provided:
.. One cable, single conductor, for the connection to the positive auxiliary supply. Cable
length: 4 m; cross section 1.5 sq. mm, terminated with safety banana plugs on both sides;
color: black.
.. Two cables, single conductor, for the connection to the MTC coil. Cable length: 2 m; cross
section 1.5 sq. mm, terminated with safety banana plugs on both sides; color: red.
The code of the option changes with the additional options, as follows.
This option is the same as the former one, unless the first two cables, which are replaced with the
following ones.
The transit case allows delivering CBA1000 with no concern about shocks up to a fall of 1 m.
Characteristics:
. Black plastic case;
. Dimensions: 670 mm (w) x 500 mm (h) x 350 mm (d).
. Weight : 9.5 kg.
. Provided with handle and wheels.
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The soft protection bag hosts CBA1000 and protects it against dust and scratches.
BSG1000 is an external module, that allows measuring the main contacts timing even if both ends
of the CB are connected to ground, for enhanced safety. The option solves also the problems of
wrong detections when the connection cables are subject to a rather high induced current. Besides,
if the Circuit Breakers has a graphite nozzle, CBA1000 displays the timing at which the graphite is
engaged, and when the main contact is reached, thus allowing to check the deterioration of the
graphite.
The option does not allow to detect the pre-insertion resistance, as it is shunted by the ground
connections.
. No 3 BSG Remote Heads, of different types, connected close to the main breaker contacts.
Option characteristics:
. Mains supply:
.. From 85 to 265 V AC; 50-60 Hz,
.. From 100 to 350 V DC.
. Maximum supply current: 1 A @ 85 V AC.
3.12 TRANSDUCERS.
We have a set of optional transducers, linear and rotating. Linear transducers have different strokes,
and also different IP protections: low for the TLH series, high for the LWG series. A mounting kit
is also available. The table summarizes characteristics and codes.
7 6
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The rotating transducer comes with its flexible joint. The sketch of the joint is the following one.
10 mm dia. 20 mm dia.
12 mm
40 mm
Hall effect clip-on transformer: it allows measuring the DC current of motors and of the auxiliary
supply. Main characteristics:
. Metering: AC and DC currents.
. DC measurement null with a knob.
. Ranges: 10 mV/A, 80 A DC, 40 A AC maximum, and 1 V/A, 2 A DC, 1.5 A AC maximum.
. Low battery indicator.
. Measurement errors: 4% of reading + 20 mA for the 80 A range; 2% of reading + 5 mA for the 2
A range.
. Phase shift (up to 65 Hz): maximum 1°.
. Maximum working voltage: 600 V rms.
. Power supply: alkaline 9 V battery, type 6 LR 61.
. Service life: 70 h typical.
. Maximum cable diameter: 10 mm.
. Weight: 330 g.
. Dimensions: 65 mm wide (clamp closed); 36 mm thick; 230 mm long.
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4 PROTECTIONS
- The test is started pressing the START pushbutton, and then also pushing the multifunction knob.
- During the test, the circuits driving the coils give alarm messages in case of: selected current range
exceeded; coil driver over-temperature.
- During the test, if the trigger criteria (coil current, auxiliary input, analog input) is not met within
the maximum test time, the test set displays a warning message.
- The 5 V transducer supply is protected against short circuit on the output, and against contact with
a voltage up to ± 500 V. In both instances, the circuit is not damaged.
6 MICROOHMMETER 1 Disabled
2 Static contact 1 Nominal test 20, 100, 200 A
resistance current
2 Resistance range 200uOhm; 1; 10;
100 mOhm
3 Test mode 1 Single
2 Breaker phase
3 Hybrid type
3 Dynamic contact 1 Nominal test 20,100, 200 A
resistance current
2 Resistance range 200uOhm; 1; 10;
100 mOhm
Transducer test Yes, no