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Digital Phase Converter INTRODUCTION ® The Phase Perfect Digital Phase Converter converts single-phase AC power to ® three-phase AC power to operate a variety of electrical equipment. The Phase Perfect delivers unmatched, three-phase voltage balance and operates at 98.7% efficiency. Output voltage is sinusoidal with low harmonic content, making it safe to operate ®...
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SAFETY MESSAGES AND WARNINGS ® To ensure safe and reliable operation of the Phase Perfect , it is important to carefully read this manual and to observe all warning labels attached to the unit before installing. Please follow all instructions exactly and keep this manual with the unit for quick and easy reference.
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WARNING: Input power connections should be made by a qualified electrician into circuit with adequate voltage and current carrying capacity for the model. Branch circuit protection to the unit should be provided by appropriately sized fuses or a 2-pole circuit breaker. CAUTION: Use 600 V vinyl-sheathed wire or equivalent.
THEORY OF OPERATION L1 and L2 of the single-phase input pass directly through the phase converter to provide two legs of the three-phase output. The input module charges a DC bus from the input lines. The output module uses power from the DC bus to generate the third leg of the three- phase output.
CATIONS SPECIFI General Specifications Table 1 – General Specifications Output Voltage – Standard Models Appx. equal to input voltage Output Voltage – Voltage Doubling Models 480 VAC ≤2% Output Voltage Imbalance Operating Temperature -10°C (14°F) to 50°C (122°F) Operating Temperature – PTE020 & PTE420QT -10°C (14°F) to 40°C (104°F) Storage Temperature -20°C (-4°F) to 60°C (140°F)
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Table 3 – 240 V PTE Models and Ratings Max Steady Input Full Load Max AC Standby Power Output State Output Voltage Energy Model Input Power/Energy, (HP) (kVA) Current Range Loss Current (A) (W/BTU/hr) (AAC) (VAC) (BTU/hr) PTE007 10.8 70/239 PTE007QT PTE010 14.9...
Table 6 – 480 V PTE Models and Ratings Input Max AC Full Load Max Steady Standby Power Output Voltage Input Energy Model State Output Power/Energy, (HP) (kVA) Range Current Loss Current (AAC) (W/BTU/hr) (VAC) (BTU/hr) PTE407 10.8 52/177 PTE407QT PTE410 14.9 68/232...
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Table 10 – 480V PT Models - Enclosure Specifications Models PT407 PT410 PT415 PT420 PT430 PT440 PT450 PT460 PT475 PT4100 36 15/16”x Indoor: 31 3/8” x 17 3/16” x 15 1/16” 25 3/8”x 44 15/16” x 25 13/16” x 19” NEMA 1 (HxWxD) 17 1/16”...
INSTALLATION Mounting Your New Phase Perfect Proper installation of the unit is important to the performance and normal operating life of the unit. The unit should be installed in a location free from: • Corrosive gases or liquids • Excessive vibration •...
Grounding • Properly ground the phase converter according to local electrical code. • Connect the ground lug to the branch circuit or service ground conductor. • Ground the phase converter with an adequately sized conductor according to local electrical code. •...
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Connecting Source Power Table 13 – Input Wiring Wire size recommendations based on 600 VAC copper wire, rated either 60°C or 75°C. Assuming 86°F (30°C) ambient and no more than 3 current carrying conductors in raceway or earth (directly buried). If phase converter will be in warmer environments, consult NEC Handbook for temperature correction factor.
Wire Sizing Use Table 13 to find minimum guidelines on properly sizing input conductors according to local electrical code. The voltage drop from the supply to the converter should be limited to 3% to ensure proper starting and operation of motor loads. Increase the wire gauge to provide adequate voltage to the load.
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Table 18 – Field Wiring Tools Model Line Side Load Side Model Line Side Load Side PT407 PT007 PT410 3/16" Hex PT010 PT415 3/16" Hex PT020 PT420 3/16" Hex PT030 PT430 5/16" Hex 3/16" Hex PT040 PT440 PT050 PT450 PT060 3/8"...
Connecting to Field Wiring Terminals Open the front door of the enclosure to gain access to the wiring panel. See Figure 10 - Figure 14. Figure 10 – PT Small Frame Field Wiring Figure 11 – PT Medium Frame Field Wiring Terminals Terminals Small Frame Models:...
Routing Power Cables Note: Continuous metal conduit should be used for all power cables to reduce radiated electromagnetic interference (EMI). The conduit must be securely grounded to the converter enclosure and the motor case. Conduit hubs should be IMC or rigid steel conduit and be UL listed.
Figure 18 – PTE Conduit Locations: Figure 19 – PTE Conduit Locations: PTE007, PTE007QT, PTE010, PTE010QT, PTE015, PTE020, PTE207, PTE210, PTE407, PTE407QT PTE410, PTE415QT, PTE215, PTE220 PTE420QT ON/OFF Control Wiring The output of the converter can be controlled with a switch connected between the AUX1 or AUX2 and COM terminals.
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Figure 21 – Panel Shop Options WARNING! When the converter is turned OFF using a switch on the AUX terminals, dangerous voltage may still be present on the input lines and elsewhere inside the enclosure. Never open the enclosure or perform maintenance on the unit or connected loads when the incoming power to the phase converter is ON, regardless of the switch setting.
OPERATION LCD Status Screen When the unit is powered up, the screen will scroll through the operating parameters. Figure 22 – Status Screen Figure 23 – “System Off” Status Screen DIP Switch Settings WARNING! Make sure the input power disconnect switch is in the OFF position before opening the front cover to the unit.
Disable Auto-Restarts WARNING: Load may restart automatically without warning when operating conditions permit. Disconnect power before servicing the convertor or connected loads. The factory default allows auto restarts for noncritical faults. Disable restarts by setting DIP switch 2 to the ON position – see Figure 24. After non-critical faults clear, the converter will automatically restart after a minimum 60 second delay.
To adjust output voltage, follow the steps below: Step Action Turn power to PT OFF Remove jumper wire between AUX1 and COM Wire dry contact switch between AUX3 and COM (now called SW3) Wire dry contact switch between AUX4 and COM (now called SW4) Turn power to the PT ON SW4: ON SW3: ON...
Switches now act as toggles to make selection. Action Effect SW4: ON, OFF YES (enable transformer mode) SW3: OFF NO (disable transformer mode) Leave Transformer select menu at desired setting, after 3 seconds of no switch toggling, the setting will be saved. Switches must be returned to the OFF position after changes are complete.
Startup Delay WARNING! Risk of electric shock. De-energize the unit by disconnecting all incoming sources of power, then wait 30 minutes for internal charges to dissipate before servicing the equipment. Startup Delay will force the converter to wait for a set time period before starting up. This procedure will require wiring two ON/OFF switches to the converter.
Infinite Restarts WARNING! Risk of electric shock. De-energize the unit by disconnecting all incoming sources of power, then wait 30 minutes for internal charges to dissipate before servicing the equipment. Infinite Restarts will allow the converter to restart an unlimited number of times after fault conditions.
Fault Codes Table 23 – Fault Codes Text Description/Comments Restart Sudden and severe regenerative power under high BUS OVERVOLTAGE Auto line voltage may result in bus overvoltage. CLASS 4 OVERLOAD Output current exceeded operating limit. Auto Connection from Control board to Hall Sensor isn’t CM BOARD FAULT properly connected.
WARNING! Risk of electric shock. De-energize the unit by disconnecting all incoming sources of power, then wait 30 minutes for internal charges to dissipate before servicing the equipment. Fault Log The Fault Log records faults with number of occurrences. To access the Fault Log, wire a dry contact switch between AUX3 and COM (now called SW3), and wire a dry contact switch between AUX4 and COM (now called SW4).
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS If a fault occurs, a fault code will be displayed on the LCD screen. See Table 23 for a list of fault codes. Fault codes generally indicate that an issue exists independent of the phase converter. Table 25 – Troubleshooting Problem Potential Cause Solution...
ROUTINE INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE HIGH VOLTAGE: This equipment is connected to line voltages that can create a potentially hazardous situation. Electric shock could result in serious injury or death. This device should only be installed and serviced by trained and licensed personnel. Follow instructions carefully and observe all warnings.
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Small Frame Models: PT407, PT410, PT415, PT420 Medium Frame Models: PT007, PT010, PT020, PT430 Large Frame Models: PT030, PT040, PT050, PT060, PT075, PT440, PT450, PT460, PT475, PT4100 Figure 28 – PT Large Frame Line Filter Capacitors PTE Frame 1 Models: PTE007QT, PTE010QT, PTE015, PTE020, PTE407QT, PTE410QT,...
For 480V PTE models (PTE4XX), disconnect wires from JL2. You may need to remove the baffle covering the heatsink to access JL2. Next, use a multi-meter to measure between L1 and L2, then measure between L2 and JL3B. If either capacitance measured is below the 50% Capacitance value in Table 26, contact Phase Technologies for replacement.
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Figure 34 – PT Medium Frame Fuse Figure 33 – PT Small Frame Fuse Location Location Small Frame Models: PT407, PT410, PT415, PT420 Medium Frame Models: PT007, PT010, PT020, PT430 Large Frame Models: PT030, PT040, PT050, PT060, PT075, PT440, PT450, PT460, PT475, PT4100 Figure 35 –...
MOTOR STARTING/OVERLOAD CAPABILITIES All Phase Perfect digital phase convertors are rated to across the line start motors up to the nameplate horsepower rating of the convertor except for 50 HP models and larger. Motor starting capability is approximately equivalent to an across the line starter using a Class 10 thermal overload.
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Overcurrent/Motor Starting Sourcing Limit 10000.0 1000.0 100.0 10.0 Current (A) PT050 PT060 PT075 *PT050, PT060, and PT075 should not be used to cross-the-line-start motor loads. Overcurrent/Motor Starting Sourcing Limit 10000.0 1000.0 100.0 10.0 Current (A) PTE207 PTE210 PTE215 PTE220 38 | Page V2.1...
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Overcurrent/Motor Starting Sourcing Limit 10000.0 1000.0 100.0 10.0 Current (A) PT407/PTE407 PT410/PTE410 PT415/PTE415 PT420/PTE420 PT430 Overcurrent/Motor Starting Sourcing Limit 10000.0 1000.0 100.0 10.0 Current (A) PT440 PT450 PT460 PT475 PT4100 *Phase converters 50 HP and larger should not be used to cross-the-line start motor loads. 39 | Page V2.1...
WARRANTY POLICY LIMITED WARRANTY This Limited Warranty applies to the following Phase Technologies’ product lines: ® Phase Perfect Digital Phase Converters One Year Warranty Phase Perfect Digital Phase Converters are warranted against defects in material and workmanship. This warranty covers both parts and labor from the date of purchase from Phase Technologies.
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