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  • Page 2: About This Manual

    Standalone NB 120, which manages the power transformation and main control for the charge. From now on, this manual refers to Standalone NB 120 with the term “equipment” or “charger”. Please notice the NB 120 range includes the chargers NB 60 / NB 90 / NB 120.
  • Page 3 30 / 11 / 2021 The equipment and technical documentation are periodically updated. Power Electronics reserves the right to modify all or part of the contents of this manual without previous notice. To consult the most updated information on this product, you may access our website www.power-electronics.com, where the latest version of this manual can be downloaded.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Open door detection ........................... 20 Power retrofit (optional) ........................21 Regulatory framework ........................21 TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS ...................... 22 Standalone NB 120 – IEC ........................22 Standalone NB 120 – US ........................23 DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT........................ 24 HANDLING AND TRANSPORTATION ....................26 Reception ............................
  • Page 5 POWER ELECTRONICS NB 120 INTERFACE ............................46 Controls .............................. 46 LED indicators ............................ 46 COMMUNICATIONS ..........................47 Ethernet communication ........................47 Optical fiber communication ....................... 47 Wi-Fi communication .......................... 47 3G / 4G communication ........................48 LOTO procedure ..........................49 Equipment statuses ..........................

  • Page 6: Acronyms

    NB 120 POWER ELECTRONICS ACRONYMS The terms commonly used in the documentation of Power Electronics’ products are listed in the table below. Please notice this is a general series of terms and it encompasses all our product divisions (industrial, solar, storage, and electric mobility), thus, some of the following expressions may not apply to this particular manual.
  • Page 7 POWER ELECTRONICS NB 120 ACRONYM MEANING Photovoltaic energy Residual Current Device Residual Current Monitor RFID Radio Frequency Identification State Of Charge – referred to battery State Of Health – referred to battery. It compares the actual state of the battery to its initial conditions.

  • Page 8: Safety Symbols

    NB 120 POWER ELECTRONICS SAFETY SYMBOLS Always follow safety instructions to prevent accidents and potential hazards from occurring. In this manual, safety messages are classified as follows: Identifies potentially hazardous situations where dangerous voltage may be present, which if not avoided, could result in minor personal injury, serious WARNING injury or death.

  • Page 9: Safety Instructions

    4. Ground and short-circuit all possible voltage sources. 5. Delimit and mark the work area. Do not modify the equipment. If you fail to do so, Power Electronics will not assume any liability, and the product warranty will be voided.
  • Page 10 NB 120 POWER ELECTRONICS WARNING The housing must be properly closed, otherwise it may not adequately protect people or property from any abnormal situation inside the equipment. Always follow the instructions in the manual to move and position the equipment. The weight of this equipment can cause injuries, serious injuries and even death if not handled correctly.
  • Page 11 Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, alter or modify the charging connector or any part of the charger. The connector is not a user-serviceable device. Contact Power Electronics. Always be careful with the charger's cable and connector: treat it carefully, do not crush it, immerse it in water, pull it out, or hit it, etc.
  • Page 12 Power Electronics assumes no liability for damage resulting from improper use of the equipment or failure to comply with local or national regulations.
  • Page 13 POWER ELECTRONICS NB 120 The following table shows the protection class type, depending on the working voltage. ELECTRICAL INSULATED GLOVES Class AC (V DC (V 1000 1500 7500 11250 17000 25500 26500 39750 36000 54000 ELECTRICAL SAFETY MATTING Class AC (V...
  • Page 14 Power Electronics and its affiliates are not liable for damages and/or losses related to such security breaches, any unauthorized access, interference, intrusion, leakage and/or theft of data or information.

  • Page 15: Torque And Screw Sizing

    Screwing should be tightened correctly only when necessary, i.e. when the factory marks are not in place. For small screws that do not have marks, the good electrical praxis will determine if it is loose. Power Electronics recommends the use of Zinc Steel quality 8.8 bolts for internal connections in general, DC and earth connections included.

  • Page 16: Introduction

    POWER ELECTRONICS INTRODUCTION Power Electronics’ NB 120 standalone manages both the power transformation and main control for the charge, and the user interface and connection with the EV at the same enclosure. The equipment integrates a built-in cable management system that allow five meters long charging cables without them dragging on the ground.

  • Page 17: Equipment Overview

    POWER ELECTRONICS NB 120 Equipment overview The following sections describe the different components of the EV charger. Charger The NB 120 series charger can be provided with two independent hoses with connectors for DC charging of electric vehicles with CCS-1, CCS-2 and CHAdeMO standards for DC. In addition, it can optionally include a type 2 socket for AC charging.
  • Page 18 NB 120 POWER ELECTRONICS Connectors The charger has up to two independent cable straight hoses with the standard connectors. The possibility of installing and combining the connectors depends on which regulations are applied in each country and the interest in offering different options to the users.

  • Page 19: Charging Process

    POWER ELECTRONICS NB 120 AC connector type 2 Locking system Handle grip Charging process The user must follow the instructions given below when performing a charging session: If the charger is available, activate the charging session from the display, RFID contact or mobile App (depending on available options).

  • Page 20: Advanced Charge Functionality

    NB 120 POWER ELECTRONICS Advanced charge functionality Smart Fleet Management This functionality has been designed to minimize the initial investment and operation costs. It is able to balance the power based on the number of charging posts in use. Therefore, the total power required to supply the total energy gets substantially reduced, representing a cost reduction in the electrical facility infrastructure and a cost saving due to a minor power contracted.

  • Page 21: Power Retrofit (Optional)

    POWER ELECTRONICS NB 120 Power retrofit (optional) The power retrofit uses modular technology It allows the NBi 180 power cabinet to be easily power- scalable adding power modules to support EV fleets growth or to follow the increase in EV market size over time.

  • Page 22: Technical Characteristics

    [2] Consult with Power Electronics for more information about the connector overload capability. [3] Consult with Power Electronics for further information. Be aware that Power Electronics is not responsible for the charger's input power connection, as well as its installation.

  • Page 23: Standalone Nb 120 - Us

    [2] Consult with Power Electronics for more information about the connector overload capability. [3] Consult with Power Electronics for further information. Be aware that Power Electronics is not responsible for the charger's input power connection, nor its installation. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS...

  • Page 24: Dimensions And Weight

    NB 120 POWER ELECTRONICS DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT The dimensions, gravity center and the weight of the NB 120 equipment are detailed in this section. The right and front view, from left to right, are shown below: GENERAL DIMENSIONS 1800 1700 2.36...
  • Page 25 The front and left view, from left to right, are shown below: GRAVITY CENTER 34.02 14.60 16.22 The approximate weight for the NB 120 is 360 kg (793.66 lb) For other equipment of the NB 120 range, consult Power Electronics. DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT...

  • Page 26: Handling And Transportation

    The equipment is delivered perfectly packed and checked. Upon receipt, inspect the equipment. In the event of damage to the equipment, notify the logistics agent and Power Electronics 902 40 20 70, (International +34 96 136 65 57), or your nearest agent within 24 hours of receipt. Verify that the goods received correspond to the delivery note, models and serial numbers.

  • Page 27: Extended Storage

    If you receive replacement parts with the product, please separate and store it in a safe place. NOTICE Waste disposal is customer’s responsibility, and it is not within Power Electronics’ scope. Handling and transportation CAUTION Follow the handling and transportation requirements described here.
  • Page 28 NB 120 POWER ELECTRONICS For maritime shipment, the equipment is packed assembled vertically, in a cardboard box and fixed on a pallet base with screws at four steel brackets. Externally the box is strapped and shrink-wrapped. In case of air shipment, the charger is shipped lying down in a wooden box.
  • Page 29 Close the doors again by following the reverse procedure. NOTICE If the methods described here cannot be applied, please contact Power Electronics. It is the customer's responsibility to ensure unhindered access of vehicles to the final site or location, taking into account their movement and handling at the unloading site.

  • Page 30: Preparation For Installing The Equipment

    NB 120 POWER ELECTRONICS PREPARATION FOR INSTALLING THE EQUIPMENT Site recommendations When deciding the location of the equipment and planning its installation, it is recommended to follow a series of guidelines derived from its characteristics. CAUTION To guarantee proper electrical installation, it is very important to comply with the bend radius of the cable.
  • Page 31 NB 120 Site basis Power Electronics recommends making a concrete foundation slab to support the charger. The support surface for the equipment must be perfectly level. The client is responsible for the correct dimensioning and construction of the foundation in accordance with current regulations. The foundation must meet the following characteristics: •...

  • Page 32: Minimum Working Distances

    NB 120 POWER ELECTRONICS Minimum working distances CAUTION When installing the equipment, keep the minimum safety distances. Be aware of all the minimum insulation requirements established by the applicable electrical code, as well as the thermal, safety and accessibility requirements. The safety distances given in this section must not replace in any way the mandatory regulations of the country in which the equipment will be installed.

  • Page 33: Anchoring Of The Equipment

    POWER ELECTRONICS NB 120 Anchoring of the equipment NOTICE It is the customer’s responsibility to dimension correctly posts anchoring to the foundation, guaranteeing stability towards horizontal actions. The equipment must be anchored to a solid and leveled surface (slab), see slab recommendations at “Site...

  • Page 34: Ventilation System

    NB 120 POWER ELECTRONICS Ventilation system CAUTION Special care must be taken to ensure that there are no external elements near the air inlets and outlets that prevent proper ventilation of the equipment. The equipment has a forced ventilation system with an inlet located on the right side of the equipment (front view) and a hot air outlet on the opposite side.

  • Page 35: Cable Access And Connections

    Power, ground, auxiliary and communication cables are not included within Power Electronics’ scope. MATERIAL WITHIN CUSTOMER'S RESPONSIBILITY: The following cables and elements are not provided by Power Electronics, they are customer's responsibility. • AC input power cables and terminal lugs (as applicable).

  • Page 36: Access

    NB 120 POWER ELECTRONICS Several factors can influence the choice of cable, including the distance between the distribution board and the power cabinet, the maximum input current, and the installation mode. Access The power and communication cables can enter through the bottom part on the equipment.
  • Page 37 POWER ELECTRONICS NB 120 Cable access plate The following images show the standard cable entry plate. Only the amount of cable glands needed for the project must be used. It is configured as follows: • On the right side the AC connection is located. It is composed of three phases, ground wire and the neutral wire.

  • Page 38: Connections

    NB 120 POWER ELECTRONICS Connections This section details the input and output connections that must be performed in the equipment. There are several factors that can influence the choice of cable, including the distance between the distribution board and the charger, the maximum input current and the installation mode.
  • Page 39 POWER ELECTRONICS NB 120 Connections: The following figure shows the correct connection: REF. ELEMENT Terminal lug M12 (1/2”) bolt Spring washer Fender washer Plate M12 (1/2”) nut Note: If the terminal is a single-hole terminal, it is recommended to connect it to the upper hole in the busbar, so that the contact area is maximized.
  • Page 40 NB 120 POWER ELECTRONICS The following image shows the suggested terminal dimensions: Two-holes terminal Single-hole terminal DIMENSION DIMENSION 1.26 1.26 44,5 1.75 Φ 0.55 200,2 7.88 Φ 0.55 The following recommendations must be taken into account for the correct ground connection: •...
  • Page 41 “Cable access plate” section for further information. Use the clamps to hold the cable and pass it to the frontal side of the charger. Upon request. Please contact Power Electronics in case of requiring this option. CABLE ACCESS AND CONNECTIONS...
  • Page 42 NB 120 POWER ELECTRONICS • Once the cable is in the equipment's front part, pull the cable up: First, through the interior of the polycarbonate element located on the bottom panel, as shown in the figure. Then, through the cable clamps located on the inner side part of the enclosure.
  • Page 43 POWER ELECTRONICS NB 120 • Remove the polycarbonate cover of the router. Introduce the Ethernet cable through the side slot of the main polycarbonate panel to access the WAN port of the router. Place back the router's cover. CABLE ACCESS AND CONNECTIONS...

  • Page 44: Protections

    NB 120 POWER ELECTRONICS PROTECTIONS The charger is equipped with multiple hardware protections. This section describes the different protections available to the equipment. Insulation monitoring The equipment has an insulation monitor to detect possible insulation faults in DC charge. Overcurrent and short circuit protection...
  • Page 45 POWER ELECTRONICS NB 120 If this optional is included, the auxiliary protection is replaced by a type A RCBO. Nominal Nominal Breaking Operational Type Curve current (I voltage (U capacity (kA) limit RCBO F + N 10 A 480 V...

  • Page 46: Interface

    • Touch screen: Allows selecting some characteristics of the charger and the charging options, ending the session, as well as displaying the charging status or fault messages. • Charger status indicator: It is displayed on the Power Electronics logo, located on the glass face of each charger •...

  • Page 47: Communications

    Moreover, there is an Ethernet connection to monitor and configure the parameters through the Power Electronics’ applications, commonly used by the back office. This use is mainly focused on maintenance and commissioning. Power Electronics recommends using CAT5e or CAT6 copper cable and RJ45 connector for these connections. Optical fiber communication The equipment requires, for power regulation, an optical fiber communication between the electronic boards.

  • Page 48: 3G / 4G Communication

    NB 120 POWER ELECTRONICS 3G / 4G communication Communication via 3G / 4G can be included as optional. In this case, insert a MicroSIM card into the indicated charger control card slot: NOTICE Once the MicroSIM has been inserted, then it is required to configure it, and finally reset the system.

  • Page 49: Loto Procedure

    POWER ELECTRONICS NB 120 LOTO procedure The aim of the lockout / tagout or LOTO procedure is to protect the user towards unintended reconnections and to avoid risks associated with the control of energy sources. This involves isolating, locking and tagging the dangerous energy sources to avoid accidents / incidents mainly derived from dangerous movements, unexpected energizations or stored energy discharges.

  • Page 50: Equipment Statuses

    NB 120 POWER ELECTRONICS Equipment statuses Before working with the equipment, it is convenient to define two possible statuses. NB 120 STATUSES Equipment running (no action required from safe stop). Proper state for carrying the Power revision. STATUS 1 CHECK POINTS FOR ABSENCE OF VOLTAGE: No measuring in Status 1.

  • Page 51: Loto Actions

    The customer is the one who disconnects and locks the LV supply connections, all keys must to be stored in a locked box and Power Electronics will keep one of the opening keys. Once the equipment is stopped, wait until the different storage buses are discharged (4 or 5 min).
  • Page 52 NB 120 POWER ELECTRONICS CAUTION Auxiliary supply must be disconnected last and connected first when possible. Electric shock hazard. Auxiliary supply power layout is a characteristic of each plant and may vary from one installation to another. Check the latest electrical schematics of the plant and make sure no voltage is present by confirming with a multimeter.

  • Page 53: Check Points For Absence Of Voltage

    POWER ELECTRONICS NB 120 Check points for absence of voltage Follow this procedure as last LOTO actions to reach status 2 in the equipment. CHECK POINTS FOR ABSENCE OF VOLTAGE Wear the appropriate PPE based on the electrical arc studies and the risk assessment carried out by the customer.

  • Page 54: Commissioning

    POWER ELECTRONICS COMMISSIONING CAUTION Commissioning may only be carried out by personnel authorized by Power Electronics. Read these instructions and all safety recommendations carefully. Failure to do so could result in damage to the equipment and serious injury to personnel.
  • Page 55 POWER ELECTRONICS NB 120 Configure the communications. Check “Communications” section. Make sure all doors are properly sealed and locked. If all previous steps are successful, provide voltage and start the charger. COMMISSIONING...

  • Page 56: Safe Stop

    NB 120 POWER ELECTRONICS SAFE STOP CAUTION The shutdown of the equipment must only be carried out by personnel qualified. Read these instructions and all safety recommendations carefully. Otherwise, the equipment could be damaged and seriously injured personnel. The instructions in this manual do not replace or replace local or national regulations. It is the user's responsibility to comply with all safety standards that apply at the installation site.

  • Page 57: Maintenance

    POWER ELECTRONICS NB 120 MAINTENANCE The NB 120 charger has been developed based on a revolutionary design concept that simplifies significantly the tasks and reduces preventive and corrective maintenance times. Nonetheless, there are some actions and revisions required. Equipment statuses Before detailing the maintenance procedure, it is convenient to define 2 possible statuses to carry out the maintenance tasks.

  • Page 58: Checklist

    NB 120 POWER ELECTRONICS Checklist The list of tasks detailed below should be carried out annually. The time of each task is an estimate. MAINTENANCE TIME GLOBAL OPERATION TIME 2h and 5min TIME POWER REVISION (STATUS 1) (MINUTES) Environmental conditions – Visual check Enclosure state –...

  • Page 59: Power Revision (Status 1)

    POWER ELECTRONICS NB 120 Power revision (status 1) 1. Environmental conditions Verify that the equipment environment complies with the specifications. Verify that the humidity is adequate. 2. Enclosure state Check the enclosure is in good general state and no traces of corrosion or impacts are present.

  • Page 60: Dead Revision (Status 2)

    NB 120 POWER ELECTRONICS Dead revision (status 2) 1. Internal cleaning Check that the equipment does not show signs of dust, moisture, oxidation or presence of animals. If dust is found in the control electronics, use a specific vacuum cleaner for electronic boards.

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