Dual input inverter, the commercial power as default source, ac backup in a dc environment, leverage your existing dc infrastructure, one stop shop, wide output power range, harshest ac input conditions, without compromising the quality of the ac output, (51 pages)
Summary of Contents for CE+T Power BRAVO ST-120 VAC-UL
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BRAVO ST - 120 VAC - UL 2 + 1 REDUNDANCY User Manual V1.0 BEYOND THE INVERTER THE NEW GENERATION OF POWER CONVERTERS • DUAL INPUT INVERTER Commercial Power as default source • AC BACKUP IN A DC ENVIRONMENT Leverage your existing DC infrastructure •...
Table of content 1. CE+T at a glance ........................... 2. Abbreviations ............................3. Warranty and Safety Conditions ......................Disclaimer ........................... Technical care ..........................Installation ..........................3.3.1 Handling ......................... 3.3.2 Surge and Transients Protection ..................3.3.3 Other ..........................Maintenance ..........................Replacement and Dismantling ..................... 4.
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8.3.6 DC Input ......................... 8.3.7 AC Input (AC Input protection mandatory) ............... 8.3.8 AC Output ........................8.3.9 Signalling ........................Wiring - Receptacle ........................8.4.1 6 X (2 x NEMA 15R Receptacles) ..................8.4.2 2 X (2 X NEMA 15R Receptacles), 4 X (1 X NEMA 20R Receptacles) ........ 8.4.3 6 X (1 x NEMA 20R Receptacles) ..................
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Release Note: Release date Modified page Version Modifications (DD/MM/YYYY) number 12/06/2020 Draft release of the Manual. - Bravo ST 120 Vac - 2+1 Redundancy - User Manual - v1.0...
CE+T at a glance 1. CE+T at a glance CE+T Power designs, manufactures and markets a range of products for industrial operators with mission critical applications, who are not satisfied with existing AC backup systems performances, and related maintenance costs.
Warranty and Safety Conditions 3. Warranty and Safety Conditions WARNING: The electronics in the power supply system are designed for an indoor, clean environment. When installed in a dusty and/or corrosive environment, indoors, it is important to: • Install an appropriate filter on the enclosure door or on the room’s air conditioning system. Installation of filters may result in de-rating of module.
Warranty and Safety Conditions • When handling the system/units pay attention to sharp edges. • This product is suitable for use in a computer room. 3.3 Installation • This product is intended to be installed only in restricted access areas as defined by UL60950 and in accordance with the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or equivalent agencies.
Warranty and Safety Conditions 3.3.2 Surge and Transients Protection The mains (AC) supply of the modular inverter system shall be equipped with Lightning surge suppression and Transient voltage surge suppression suitable for the application. Follow manufacturer’s recommendation for installation. Selecting a device with an alarm relay for function failure is advised. All sites with installed Bravo ST units must be equipped with a working lightning surge suppression device in service and installed close enough to ensure effective protection in accordance with best industry practice.
TSI TECHNOLOGY 4. TSI TECHNOLOGY Inverter modules carrying the TSI logo and the EPC mark are triple port converters (AC in, DC in, AC out). Sinusoidal AC output is converted from the AC main source and/or the DC source. The block diagram below gives an explicit description of the topology and operation. BOOST L’...
TSI TECHNOLOGY 4.1 EPC Mode • In EPC Mode, the AC Main source is the primary source while the DC source is secondary. • The TSI is designed to operate on the AC main source on a permanent basis and to deliver output AC voltage with low THD.
Description 5. Description Bravo ST has been designed to give quality power, ease of use, and reliability. It provides up to 4 kW (Bravo ST 5 KVA) or up to 2 kW (Bravo ST 2.5 KVA). In normal operation: • AC input present the TSI module will operate in EPC mode. •...
Description Bravo ST 120 Vac is a standalone Inverter with following capacity. • Modular model 5 kVA, with redundancy. 120 Vac and 48/110 Vdc as Input and 120 Vac as Output fitted with Enhanced Power Conversion (EPC) mode. Front View Rear View Note: Bravo ST 120 Vac has four different AC output connections.
Bravo ST Components 6. Bravo ST Components 6.1 Inverter Module Bravo: 48 Vdc 2500 VA -120 Vac. 110 Vdc 2500 VA -120 Vac. • The Bravo module shall have software version V208.4 or higher to operate with Bravo ST. • The TSI Bravo is a 2500 VA / 2000 W converter based on the TSI technology (see section 4, page 10). •...
Accessories 7. Accessories 7.1 Monitoring - T2S ETH (Included) The T2S ETH is an interface giving access to the TSI modules that are connected together in any TSI systems. The T2S ETH doesn’t perform any control or management of the TSI system. It can be removed, replaced or moved to another live system without affecting the original TSI system operation nor the target system.
Accessories 7.2 Surge Arresters The mains (AC) supply of the modular inverter system shall be equipped with Lightning surge suppression and Transient voltage surge suppression suitable for the application. Follow manufacturer’s recommendation for installation. Selecting a device with an alarm relay for function failure is advised. All sites with installed Bravo ST units must be equipped with a working lightning surge suppression device in service and installed close enough to ensure effective protection in accordance with best industry practice.
Bravo ST System Installation 8. Bravo ST System Installation 8.1 Unpacking the system Bravo ST is packed in a wooden box. Modules are packed separately. Module packing material shall be taken apart and stored in case of return under warranty. Improper packing may void the warranty.
Bravo ST System Installation 8.2.2 Mounting the system to rack CE+T offers adapter plates to mount the Bravo ST System into the 23-inch open relay racks. These can be ordered by contacting CE+T. • Adapter Plate Part Number: PD6010018/1 • Adapter Plate is pre-threaded for use with SAE #10/32 bolts All Bravo ST Systems are designed for 19-inch mounting applications, but it can be mounted in 23-inch, two post, open relay rack/ network frame assemblies if required in application.
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Bravo ST System Installation 8.2.2.2 Fixing the system into 23 inch rack Note: Mounting adapters defined herein are not intended for use in 4 post relay rack. Place the bracket in the rack. Fix the bracket with supplied mounting screws. Fix the system with supplied mounting screws.
Bravo ST System Installation 8.3 Electrical Installation 8.3.1 Pre-requisites • The system have markings for all terminations. • All cables shall be rated at min 90° C. • Electrical terminations shall be tightened with 5 N.m (45 lbf.in). • DC connection screws are M6 x 12 mm and AC connection with terminal block. •...
Bravo ST System Installation 8.3.3 Terminations Rear Side of Bravo ST 120 Vac terminations are clearly marked in the following figure. AC OUT Alarms Digital Input Remote ON/OFF DC IN DC IN Note: Bravo ST 120 Vac has four different AC output connections. Refer to section 8.4, page 24, to identify the configuration which you received.
Bravo ST System Installation 8.3.5 AC Input and Output The pictorial representation of terminal blocks arrangement is as follows. If AC IN is connected, remove the bonding neutral jumper cable between AC IN Neutral and PE terminal. 8.3.6 DC Input Individual Feed Common Feed Torque...
Bravo ST System Installation 8.3.7 AC Input (AC Input protection mandatory) Torque Model Breaker Cable Min Cable Max lb.in 48 VDC 60 A / 1P 1 X 4 AWG 1 X 2 AWG 24.9 - 26.7 110 VDC 8.3.8 AC Output Torque Model Cable Min...
Bravo ST System Installation 8.4 Wiring - Receptacle TSI Bravo ST 120 Vac can be configured with NEMA or with hardwired AC Output connection. 8.4.1 6 X (2 x NEMA 15R Receptacles) Part number: • 48 Vdc model: S32A33E0003SC0BBE001 • 110 Vdc model: S32A35E0003SC0BBE001 8.4.2 2 X (2 X NEMA 15R Receptacles), 4 X (1 X NEMA 20R Receptacles) Part number:...
Human-Machine Interface 9. Human-Machine Interface 9.1 Inverter module (Requires firmware V208.4 or higher) AC OUT DC IN AC IN Inverter Status Output Power Status Inverter Status LED Description Remedial action No input power or forced stop Check environment Permanent green Normal operation Converter OK but working conditions Blinking green...
Human-Machine Interface 9.2.1 T2S ETH via Web Interface The configuration and other parameters can be changed using the web interface Connect the laptop and T2S ETH through network cable (not included). 1. In the web browser, enter the default IP address 192.168.0.2 2.
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Human-Machine Interface 9.2.1.1 The Home page After connecting at the basic or expert level, the catena will display the home page as below. Toolbar provides access to events, connections, files, and parameters AC input menu display AC input power in kW AC output menu display the level of AC output power in kW/kVA DC input menu System menu and further module menu...
Inserting/removing/replacing modules 10. Inserting/removing/replacing modules 10.1 TSI Inverter • The TSI inverter module is hot swappable. Bravo ST operate with module having firmware V208.4 or higher. • When a new module is inserted in a live system it automatically takes the working set of parameters. •...
Inserting/removing/replacing modules 10.1.2 Inserting Step 1. Check module compatibility (DC Voltage, Firmware version, AC Voltage). Step 2. Use a screwdriver and lightly rotate to release the latch of the handle. Step 3. Open the handle and Push firmly until the unit is properly connected. Step 4.
Inserting/removing/replacing modules 10.3 Fan replacement The fan’s life is approximately 60,000 (Sixty thousand) hours. The inverter modules have fan runtime meters and fan failure alarm. Fan failure can result from the failing fan or driver circuit. • Let the module rest at least five minutes before initiating work. •...
Final check 11. Final check • Make sure that the sub-rack/cabinet is properly fixed to the cabinet/floor • Make sure that the sub-rack/cabinet is connected to Ground. • Make sure that all DC and AC input breakers are switched OFF. •...
Commissioning 12. Commissioning The inverter module DC input breaker acts as a protective device. When the modules are inserted into a system the DC breaker can then be turned ON to activate the DC input of the module. Installation and commissioning must be done and conducted by trained people fully authorized to act on installation. It is prohibited to perform any insulation test without instruction from manufacturer.
Trouble shooting 13. Trouble shooting 13.1 Trouble shooting Inverter module does not power up: Check AC input present and in range (AC breakers) Check DC input present and in range (DC breakers) Check that the inverter is properly inserted Remove inverter to verify that slot is not damaged, check connectors Check that module(s) is (are) in OFF state Check for loose terminations Inverter system does not start:...
• The RMA number should be mentioned on all shipping documents related to the repair. • Be aware that products shipped back to CE+T Power without being registered first will not be treated with high priority! • While returning the defective module, should mention all the details in the RMA document.
Service 14. Service For Service • Check Service Level Agreement (SLA) of your vendor. Most of the time they provide assistance on call with integrated service. If such SLA is in place, you must call their assistance first. • If your vendor doesn’t provide such assistance (*) you may call CE+T directly. Toll free Number 1(855) 669 - 4627(**) Service is available from 8:00 A.M.
Maintenance Task 15. Maintenance Task As maintenance will be performed on live system, all task should be performed only by trained personnel with sufficient knowledge on TSI product. Tasks: • Identify the site, customer, rack number, product type. • Download and save configuration file for back up. •...