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5% THID for standard HSD Series filters at full load, and less than 8% at 30% load. If a properly sized & installed filter fails to meet its specified THID level, TCI will provide material for necessary modifications or replacement filter at no charge.
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TCI, LLC. The information in this manual is subject to change without notice. Every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual. TCI, LLC assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information...
® Introduction HarmonicShield Introduction Safety Instructions Overview This section provides the safety instructions which must be followed when installing, operating, and servicing the HarmonicShield (HSD) filter. If neglected, physical injury or death may follow, or damage ® may occur to the filter or equipment connected to the HSD filter. The material in this chapter must be read and understood before attempting any work on, or with, the product.
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The HSD does not have any user serviceable parts. Please Warning return your filter to TCI for servicing or refer service to TCI authorized service personnel. Failure to do so can void your product warranty. Disconnect all power before working on the equipment.
HarmonicShield Receiving Inspection and Storage Thank you for selecting the HarmonicShield (HSD) filter. TCI has produced this filter for use in many ® variable frequency drive (VFD) applications that require input power line harmonic current reduction. This manual describes how to install, operate and maintain the HSD filter.
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TCI, LLC (“TCI”) warrants to the original purchaser only that its products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a period originating on the date of shipment from TCI and expiring at the...
® Introduction HarmonicShield Pre-installation Planning Verify the Application HSD Ratings Make sure that the HSD filter is correct for the application. The voltage ratings of the filter must match the input voltage rating of the connected drive. The horsepower and current ratings of the filter must be appropriate for the connected load.
® HarmonicShield Introduction Installation Guidelines Mounting Select a mounting area that will allow adequate cooling air flow and maintenance access. Wiring Cable Entry Locations The enclosed HSD filters are not provided with enclosure wiring knockouts. A location can be selected at the time of installation.
® Introduction HarmonicShield Connections Before Connecting Always consult the drive manufacturer’s safety, installation and operation instructions prior to connecting the HarmonicShield ® to the drive. Avoid contact with line voltage when checking for power. Warning Failure to follow the safety instructions set forth in this manual can result in serious injury or death.
® HarmonicShield Introduction HSD Filter Operation Caution Thoroughly check the installation before applying power and operating the equipment for the first time. Before Applying Power for the First Time Inspect the installation to make sure that all equipment has been completely and correctly installed in accordance with the Installation Guidelines section of this manual.
® Introduction HarmonicShield Installation Intended Audience This manual is intended for use by all personnel responsible for the installation, operation and maintenance of the HSD filters. Such personnel are expected to have knowledge of electrical wiring practices, electronic components and electrical schematic symbols. Additional Information Caution This manual provides general information describing your HSD filter.
Note: when disconnecting wires from terminations, mark the wires to correspond to their terminal connection. Service Your HSD has no user serviceable parts. If your HSD requires service, it must be returned to TCI or taken to an authorized TCI service technician. Factory Contacts and Tech Support For technical support, contact your local TCI distributor or sales representative.
Product Description HSD Drive-Applied Filter The HSD is a drive-applied harmonic filter designed and developed by TCI to reduce the harmonic currents drawn from the power source by VFDs. The published HSD voltage, Power (Hp or kW) and current ratings apply to matching power (Hp or kW) rated standard VFDs with six-pulse diode bridge rectifiers.
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® HarmonicShield Product Description Figure 2: HSD Connection Diagram 15HP and Above HSD IOM Manual - Rev. D...
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Phase: 3 – The HSD filter is designed for use only with 3-phase power. • Drawing #: outline and mounting dimension drawing number • • Schematic #: schematic diagram drawing number Manufacturing #: for TCI internal use • Enclosure Type: UL designation • Figure 3: HarmonicShield ®...
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® HarmonicShield Product Description Part Number Encoding Figure 4 identifies the significance of each character in the HSD part number. The example part number, HSD0150AW30000 designates an HSD filter that is rated 150 HP, 480 volts, 60 Hz. It includes a line reactor, tuning reactor, and capacitors in a UL Type 3R enclosure.
® Product Description HarmonicShield Standard Product Ratings and Dimension Tables The following table list the ratings and dimensions of the standard HarmonicShield models: ® Table 3 – 480V HSD Standard Ratings and Dimensions WEIGHT Size Rating Losses Enclosure HEIGHT WIDTH DEPTH WEIGHT w/contactor...
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Industrial Control Panels to be in compliance with NFPA NEC Article 409. For applications requiring a SCCR rating, TCI offers the HGP product which features the same performance as the HSD and is an Industrial Control Panel with a true SCCR rating of 100ka.
Product Description Standard The HSD is a drive-applied harmonic filter designed and developed by TCI to reduce the harmonic currents drawn from the power source by VFDs. The published HSD voltage, Power (Hp or kW) and current ratings apply to matching power (Hp or kW) rated standard VFDs with six-pulse diode bridge rectifiers.
VFD is bypassed and the filter is not bypassed. Contactor The HSD is a drive-applied harmonic filter designed and developed by TCI to reduce the harmonic currents drawn from the power source by VFDs. The published HSD voltage, Power (Hp or kW) and current ratings apply to matching power (Hp or kW) rated standard VFDs with six-pulse diode bridge rectifiers.
The lug option can be ordered pre-installed at our factory or may be ordered separately as a customer installed kit. Lugs TCI has selected FLEX wire class G-K, UL listed at 600V, 90 C temperature rating premium quality ° CSA certified, single, double and triple wire lugs. Flex rating applies to units through 500HP.
® Options HarmonicShield Filter Operation HSD Filter Overview The HarmonicShield ® (HSD) Filter provides a low impedance path for the major harmonic currents demanded by Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs). This greatly reduces the amount of harmonic currents flowing through the electrical power distribution system, bringing those harmonic currents in line with the IEEE-519 standard for harmonic distortion mandated by an increasing number of utilities.
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