Power Transfer Load Center protects against power outages.
Press Release Summary:
Series 165 PTLC includes automatic transfer switch, transient voltage surge suppression modules, and power distribution. Provisions for load center breakers protect sensitive electronic equipment from power outages and electrical transients. It is service entrance rated, and includes all breakers and all components pre-wired to facilitate installation. Digital controller monitors power sources and initiates start/stop signal to onsite generator.Original Press Release:
New ASCO Power Transfer Load Center Protects Sensitive Electronic Equipment
Series 165 PTLC offers protection from power outages, electrical transients
LAS VEGAS, NV, December 11, 2001-The new Series 165 Power Transfer Load Center (PTLC) introduced by ASCO Power Technologies protects sensitive electronic equipment from power outages and electrical transients.
The new PTLC integrates an automatic transfer switch, transient voltage surge suppression modules, power distribution and provisions for load center breakers into a self-contained, easy-to-install assembly. It is service entrance rated and includes all breakers and all components pre-wired to facilitate installation.
The heart of the PTLC is an ASCO Series 165 Automatic Transfer Switch, UL listed to 1008. True double-throw contacts (no intentional off position) with inherent mechanical interlocking prevent connecting the generator and utility source. The service breakers are rated 200 amps and 2 pole single-phase at 240v/60hz.
The transfer switch includes a built-in, automatic digital controller that continuously monitors both power sources and initiates a start/stop signal to the onsite generator. Diagnostics alert when the generator fails to start, the generator is over frequency, or if the transfer switch did not transfer. Diagnostic and status lights indicate "Utility Acceptable," "Generator Acceptable," "Load Connected to Utility" and "Load Connected to Generator." The controller also automatically performs a generator test every 14 days.
Five time delays before, during or after load transfers further enhance safe operation. A three-second delay overrides momentary utility source power. A 15-second delay allows the engine generator to stabilize after starting and ignore momentary voltage dips on the generator during initial loading. A five-minute delay during retransfer allows the utility source to stabilize prior to transferring the load back to the utility source. After the generator is transferred back to the utility source, a one-minute delay allows the generator to cool down before shutdown.
The PTLC transient voltage surge suppression modules located at the branch service entrance use Silicon Avalanche Diode technology. Independent visual LED indication for each module provides convenient protection status. Remote indication for modules are hardwired (Form C Dry Contacts).
The load center accommodates either 30- or 42-position distribution breakers rated at 20 amps per pole. The main circuit breakers provide overcurrent protection and disconnect for convenient and safe serviceability and maintenance.
Modular design permits easy access to, and replacement of, components from the front of the Type 1 enclosure. Dimensions are 65 in. high, 20 in. wide and only 5.75 in. deep. This small profile allows greater installation flexibility and reduces installation time.
For a brochure on the Power Transfer Load Center, call 800-937-ASCO or visit www.asco.com.
Caption: The ASCO Series 165 Power Transfer Load Center protects sensitive electronic equipment from power outages and electrical transients. The PTLC includes power distribution breakers and all components pre-wired to facilitate installation.
