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- Page 1 USER’S GUIDE MSCTA-40 & MSCTE-40 Series Analog Output Current Sensor workaci.com For latest product manuals: workaci.com/resources/resource-library...
- Page 2 Automation Components, Inc. workaci.com/contact-us Telephone: 1-(888) 967-5224 Fax: (608) 831-7407 The information contained in this document is believed to be correct, but ACI accepts no liability for any errors it contains, and reserves the right to alter specifications without notice.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Precautions ....................4 General Information ..................4 Installation Instructions ................5 Wiring Instructions .................7 Troubleshooting ..................8 Specifications ...................9 Table of Contents... -
Page 4: Precautions
Precautions • This product is not intended to be used for Life or Safety applications. • This product is not intended for use in any hazardous or classified locations. • The MSCTA and MSCTE Series Current Sensors must be used on Insulated Conductors Only! HIGH VOLTAGE •... -
Page 5: Installation Instructions
Installation Instructions Make sure that all installations are in compliance with all national and local electrical codes. Only qualified individuals that are familiar with codes, standards, and proper safety procedures for high-voltage installations should attempt installation. The MSCTA-40 is a 2 wire 4-20mA loop current sensor which requires a +13.5 to 30 VDC power supply. - Page 6 LATCH OPERATION Press down on the side tab and swing the top of the unit up to open the split core current switch. Press down firmly on the cover to close the current switch. An audible “click” will be heard as the tab slides over the tongue on the base.
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Page 7: Wiring Instructions
Wiring Instructions ACI recommends the use of a two conductor 16 to 22 AWG shielded cable or twisted pair copper wire only for all analog current sensor applications. All wiring must comply with all local and National Electric Codes. Note When using a shielded cable, be sure to connect only (1) end of the shield to ground at the controller. -
Page 8: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Solutions • Verify that there is current flowing through the conductor being monitored with a clamp-on current probe. • Check the polarity of the circuit. • Verify that the terminals are screwed down, wires are firmly in place. MSCTA-40 •... -
Page 9: Specifications
Specifications Monitored Current Type: AC Current Maximum AC Voltage: 600 VAC Isolation Voltage: 2200 VAC Operating Frequency Range: 50/60 Hz Core Style: Split-Core Supply Voltage (MSCTA-40): +8.5 to 30 VDC (Reverse Polarity Protected) 250 Ohm Load (1-5 VDC): +13.5 to 30 VDC 500 Ohm Load (2-10 VDC): +18.5 to 30 VDC Supply Current (MSCTA-40): 25 mA minimum Supply Voltage (MSCTE-40): Induced from the Monitored Conductor... - Page 10 Application Accuracy Current Range Frequency Temperature ±0.75 % FS Greater 5 to 140 °F 60 Hz (±0.3 A) than 2 A (-15 to 60 °C) MSCTA-40 ±0.75 % FS Greater 32 to 140 °F 50 Hz (±0.3 A) than 2 A (0 to 60 °C) ±0.4 % FS 5 to 95 °F...
- Page 11 WARRANTY The ACI MSCTA and MSCTE Current Sensor Series are covered by ACI’s Five (5) Year Limited Warranty, which is located in the front of ACI’S SENSORS & TRANSMITTERS CATALOG or can be found on ACI’s website: www.workaci.com. W.E.E.E. DIRECTIVE At the end of their useful life the packaging and product should be disposed of via a suitable recycling centre.
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