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  • Page 1 AQ-110xLV Arc sensor device with overcurrent Instruction manual...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ........................47 13 T 13 Technic echnical da al data ta ..................................................48 13.1 Operating times ......................... 48 13.2 Auxiliary voltage......................... 48 13.3 Binary inputs........................48 13.4 Trip relays .......................... 48 13.5 High-speed output(s) ......................49 © Arcteq Relays Ltd...
  • Page 4 13.13 Environmental conditions ....................52 13.14 Casing..........................52 14 Or 14 Ordering inf dering informa ormation tion ..............................................53 15 Contact and r 15 Contact and re e f f er erence inf ence informa ormation tion......................................55 © Arcteq Relays Ltd...
  • Page 5 Nothing contained in this document shall increase the liability or extend the warranty obligations of the manufacturer Arcteq Relays Ltd. The manufacturer expressly disclaims any and all liability for any damages and/or losses caused due to a failure to comply with the instructions contained herein or caused by persons who do not fulfil the aforementioned requirements.
  • Page 6 A A Q Q -110xL -110xLV V Instruction manual Version: 1.01 Copyright Copyright © Arcteq Relays Ltd. 2023. All rights reserved. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

  • Page 7: Document Inf

    1.01 Date January 2023 - Updated the Arcteq logo on the cover. - Replaced "one fifths" with "; 1 A or 5 A secondary nominal can be selected" in the "Unit features" chapter. - Updated the distance between the flash and the unit in the "Testing the unit operation time"...

  • Page 8: Abbr Bbre E Via Viations Tions

    MV – medium-voltage NC – normally closed NO – normally open PCB – printed circuit board RF – radio frequency Rx – receiver SAS – standard arc scheme SF – system failure Tx – transceiver μP - microprocessor © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

  • Page 9: General

    While these devices are suitable for MV use, it is designed for LV switchgears and for motor control center applications in both new and retrofitted installations. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...
  • Page 10 • one (1) binary output (with internal 24 V DC power supply) • one (1) system failure output (change-over) • eighteen (18) indication LEDs • sixteen (16) DIP switches for logic configuration • one (1) push button. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

  • Page 11: Connections

    The figures below depict the connections of AQ-110PLV and AQ-110FLV. Please note that the SF relay is in the de-energized position; also note that the device has been halved for the image to allow for space for all connector explanations. Figure. 5 - 2. Rear terminals of AQ-110PLV. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

  • Page 12: Simplified Block Diagram

    -110xLV V Instruction manual Version: 1.01 Figure. 5 - 3. Rear terminals of AQ-110FLV. 5.1 Simplified block diagram The figures below presents the main components that can be found in the AQ-110xLV devices (AQ-110PLV and AQ-110FLV). © Arcteq Relays Ltd...
  • Page 13 A A Q Q -110xL -110xLV V Instruction manual Version: 1.01 Figure. 5.1 - 4. Simplified block diagram of AQ-110PLV. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

  • Page 14: Inputs

    A A Q Q -110xL -110xLV V Instruction manual Version: 1.01 Figure. 5.1 - 5. Simplified block diagram of AQ-110FLV. 5.2 Inputs 5.2.1 Current measurement inputs © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

  • Page 15: Arc Sensor Channels

    (3) arc point sensors to each channel. When the arc protection system has been set up, point sensor connections are constantly monitored. In case of sensor fault or disconnection, the device will go into Error mode. See System self-supervision chapter for more information. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...
  • Page 16 For more information on sensors, please refer to the Arc sensors chapter as well as to the AQ-0x instruction booklet which can be found on Arcteq's website (https://www.arcteq.fi/downloads/). For more information on AQ-1000 arc quenching device (AQD) please refer to the AQ-1000 Instruction manual.

  • Page 17: Binary Inputs

    For more information on sensors, please refer to the Arc sensors chapter as well as to the AQ-0x instruction booklet which can be found on Arcteq's website (https://www.arcteq.fi/downloads/). For more information on AQ-1000 arc quenching device (AQD) please refer to the AQ-1000 Instruction manual.

  • Page 18: High-Speed Output(S)

    When re-applying the auxiliary power supply, the electronic lock-out relay returns to the same contact condition it had prior to the power loss. This normally closed relay output can also be used for tripping contactor-controlled devices. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

  • Page 19: System Failure Relay

    Figure. 5.4 - 15. Auxiliary power supply connection The auxiliary power supply voltage is 92….265 V AC/DC. Alternatively, the optional auxiliary power supply can be of 18…72 V DC. This choice must be specified when ordering. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

  • Page 20: Arc Sensors C Sensors

    Installing a connection cable is simple as each end of the sensor has a detachable cover over the cable connectors. Please remember to reattach the cover once the wires have been installed. NOTE! The AQ-01 point sensor does no not t come with a connection cable! © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

  • Page 21: Arc Light And Pressure Point Sensor Aq-02

    Fiber sensors are distributed through the protected switchgear cells. AQ-07 sensors can be ordered in pre-manufactured lengths of 3…50 meters (3 m, 5 m, 10 m, 15 m, 20 m, 25 m, 30 m, 35 m, 40 m, 45 m, 50 m). © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

  • Page 22: Arc Light Fiber Optic Loop Sensor Aq-08

    If necessary, the ends of an AQ-07 cable can be ordered with heat shrinking tubing to avoid light detection outside the protected zone. The covered area can be one (1) or two (2) meters by default; if other lengths are required, please consult the Arcteq sales team. You can find the Contact and reference information page at the end of this manual.

  • Page 23: Fiber Loop Sensors

    2. Install protective covers in the holes to ensure the sensor cable remains unharmed by rough edges. 3. Run the sensor cable through the holes and along the protected area. Fasten it to the compartment walls with cable clips or some other appropriate anchoring method. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...
  • Page 24 Instruction manual Version: 1.01 4. Turn the black and blue receiver (“Rx”) and transceiver (“Tx”) screws counter-clockwise and plug in the sensor cable terminals. Then turn the screws clockwise to secure the terminals in their place. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

  • Page 25: Operation And Config Tion And Configura Uration Tion

    (e.g. sunlight). Device can detect overcurrent by measuring phase currents and residual current or by receiving overcurrent signal from an external device (mainly another AQ-110PLV or AQ-110FLV device) which is connected to a binary input. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...
  • Page 26 Switch 1: 0 Selects the logic scheme. Switch 1: 1 Scheme Switch 2: 0 4–1 Switch 2: 2 selection Switch 3: 0 Switch 3: 4 Switch 4: 0 Switch 4: 8 Switch 5: b Switch 5: a © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

  • Page 27: Scheme Selection

    5 ("a or b"). The scheme selection is based on binary arithmetic: • Switch 1: 1 • Switch 2: 2 • Switch 3: 4 • Switch 4: 8 • Switch 5: a or b Figure. 7.2.1 - 22. DIP switches used for selecting the logic scheme. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

  • Page 28: Available Logic Schemes

    (can be found at arcteq.fi/downloads/). 7.2.2 Available logic schemes The schemes described below are the most commonly used ones for AQ-110PLV and AQ-110FLV devices. However, additional schemes are also available; please contact your nearest Arcteq representative for more information on those schemes. SS:0a Figure.
  • Page 29 2) If SW2/4 is set to CBFP position, DIP-switch must be set to light only mode or overcurrent signal (I>) to be active for output activation to occur. If SW2/4 is set to FAST position, no current signal is required. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...
  • Page 30 4) Activates only if CBFP signals are not active. CBFP signals are activated instantly if SW2/4 is set to FAST position, delayed if DIP-switch 2/4 is set to CBFP-position. SW2/3 can be used for choosing 100 ms or 150 ms delay time. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...
  • Page 31 1) CBFP signals are activated instantly if SW2/4 is set to FAST position, delayed if DIP-switch 2/4 is set to CBFP-position. SW2/3 can be used for choosing 100 ms or 150 ms delay time. SS:1a Figure. 7.2.2 - 27. The trip logic matrix of SS:1a. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...
  • Page 32 2) If SW2/4 is set to CBFP position, DIP-switch must be set to light only mode or overcurrent signal (I>) to be active for output activation to occur. If SW2/4 is set to FAST position, no current signal is required. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...
  • Page 33 CBFP signals are activated instantly if SW2/4 is set to FAST position, delayed if DIP-switch 2/4 is set to CBFP-position. SW2/3 can be used for choosing 100 ms or 150 ms delay time. Figure. 7.2.2 - 30. Simplified logic diagram of SS:1b. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...
  • Page 34 (I>) to be active for output activation to occur. If SW2/4 is set to FAST position, no current signal is required. CBFP signals are activated instantly if SW2/4 is set to FAST position, delayed if DIP-switch 2/4 is set to CBFP-position. SW2/3 can be used for choosing 100 ms or 150 ms delay time. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...
  • Page 35 2) If SW2/4 is set to CBFP position, DIP-switch must be set to light only mode or overcurrent signal (I>) to be active for output activation to occur. If SW2/4 is set to FAST position, no current signal is required. SS:2b Figure. 7.2.2 - 33. The trip logic matrix of SS:2b. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

  • Page 36: Push Button (Set)

    SET, and it can be used for all operational functions. The push button is used for: 1. Setting up the system (also known as auto-configuration) 2. Resetting the indicator LEDs 3. Resetting latched outputs 4. Checking the input connections © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

  • Page 37: System Setup (Auto-Configuration)

    SET push button three (3) times within two (2) seconds. The LEDs of the corresponding sensors, binary input channels and the “Power” LED start blinking. The LEDs blink as many times as there are connected sensors and binary output channels from other devices. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

  • Page 38: Circuit Breaker Failure Protection

    Blinking lig ing light ht A A ction if abnormal ction if abnormal ( ( color color) ) POWER The auxiliary power The auxiliary power (N/A) Check the power supply. (blue) supply is disconnected. supply is connected. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

  • Page 39: Non-Volatile Memory

    Additionally, all LED indications are stored in the non-volatile memory to provide a quick recovery of the system status indication. This feature is especially important if tripping causes the device to lose its auxiliary power. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...
  • Page 40 A A Q Q -110xL -110xLV V Instruction manual Version: 1.01 The non-volatile memory does not require a power supply to maintain the information and it retains the settings and the indications permanently without power. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

  • Page 41: Sy Y St Stem Self-Super 8 S Em Self-Supervision Vision

    DIP switch setting monitoring The device goes into Error mode, if a DIP switch setting is changed after the system setup procedure has been performed. However, the configured (stored) settings are still valid and the device is still operational. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...
  • Page 42 CT alarm: the SF relay is released, the "Error" LED is turned on and the LED of the faulty phase(s) starts blinking. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...
  • Page 43 A A Q Q -110xL -110xLV V Instruction manual Version: 1.01 9 Wiring example Figure. 9 - 36. Example wiring diagram for AQ-110PLV. Figure. 9 - 37. Example wiring diagram for AQ-110FLV. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

  • Page 44: Dimensions And Installa Imensions And Installation Tion

    AQ-110F device, the measurements are the same for AQ-110PLV and AQ-110FLV as well. The figure following this one presents how to install an AQ-110xLV device into a cut-out. Figure. 10 - 38. Dimensions of the device. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...
  • Page 45 A A Q Q -110xL -110xLV V Instruction manual Version: 1.01 Figure. 10 - 39. Installing a device into a cut-out. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

  • Page 46: Testing Esting

    9. Activate the camera flash within 30 cm (12 inches) of the sensor but do not activate the binary input used for the overcurrent condition (I>). 10. Verify that no trip has occured and only the indicator LED of the sensor activation is lit. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

  • Page 47: Testing The Cbfp Function

    If you want to have more information of these tests, please refer to the routine test reports sent with the AQ-110 device and/or consult your nearest Arcteq representative for the type test reports.
  • Page 48 A A Q Q -110xL -110xLV V Instruction manual Version: 1.01 © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

  • Page 49: Tr R Oubleshoo 12 T Oubleshooting Ting

    Check the set current threshold (see the Current threshold continuously lit. settings chapter for more information). The current measurement's indicator LED is Check that the connections of the three phase currents are correct (see blinking. System self-supervision for more information). © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

  • Page 50: Operating Times

    - make-and-carry for 3 s 16 A - make-and-carry for 0.5 s 30 A Breaking capacity DC* 40 W (0.36 A at 110 V DC) Contact material AgNi 90/10 *) When the time constant L/R = 40 ms. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

  • Page 51: High-Speed Output(S)

    Table. 13.8 - 14. Technical data for the AQ-01 light point sensor. 8,000 lux Light intensity threshold 25,000 lux 50,000 lux Detection radius 180º Mechanical protection IP 20 Sensor cable specification Shielded twisted pair 0.75 mm (AWG: 18) Maximum sensor cable length (per channel) 200 m © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

  • Page 52: Fiber Optic Loop Sensors

    Table. 13.9 - 17. Technical data for the AQ-07 fiber optic loop sensor. Material Covered glass fiber Light intensity threshold 8,000 lux Cable length (min…max) 3…50 m Cable diameter 1.2 mm Detection radius 360º Bending radius 1 cm Operating temperature –40…+85 ºC © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

  • Page 53: Disturbance Tests

    5 kV, 1.2/50 µs, 0.5 J 13.12 Mechanical tests Table. 13.12 - 21. Technical data for the mechanical tests. 2…13.2 Hz (± 3.5 mm) Vibration test 13.2…100 Hz (±1.0 g) Shock/bump test (IEC 60255-21-2) 20 g and 1,000 bumps/dir. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

  • Page 54: Environmental Conditions

    13.14 Casing Table. 13.14 - 23. Technical data for the device casing. Protection: - front IP 52 - back IP 20 Device dimensions (W × H × D) 102 × 177 × 161 mm Weight 1.2 kg © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

  • Page 55: Ordering Inf Dering Informa Ormation Tion

    A A Q Q -110xL -110xLV V Instruction manual Version: 1.01 14 Ordering information AQ-110xLV current measurement and arc sensing device AQ-0x point sensors © Arcteq Relays Ltd...
  • Page 56 AQ-0x fiber optic loop sensors Accessories Order code Description Note Manufacturer AQX006 Wall mounting bracket For AQ-103 and AQ-110x variants (MV and LV). Arcteq Ltd. AQX016 Wall mounting bracket For AQ-101, AQ-101S and AQ-102 devices (MV and LV). Arcteq Ltd. © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

  • Page 57: Contact And R Ence Informa Ormation Tion

    Arcteq Relays Ltd. Visiting and postal address Kvartsikatu 2 A 1 65300 Vaasa, Finland Contacts Phone: +358 10 3221 370 Website: arcteq.fi Technical support: support.arcteq.fi +358 10 3221 388 (EET 9:00 – 17.00) E-mail (sales): sales@arcteq.fi © Arcteq Relays Ltd...

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