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OPTIM SVGm REVISION LOG Table 1: Revision log� Date Revision Description 02/24 M431B01-03-24A Initial Version SYMBOLS Table 2: Symbols� Symbol Description Compliant with the relevant European standards. After disconnecting the device from all power supplies, wait 5 minute before per- forming any operations.
Perform an external and internal visual inspection of the device prior to connecting it. If any problem is noticed upon reception, immediately contact the transport com- pany and/or CIRCUTOR's after-sales service. 1�2�- TRANSPORT AND HANDLING The transport, loading and unloading and handling of the device must be carried out with proper precautions and using the proper manual and mechanical tools so as not to damage it.
OPTIM SVGm There might be an offset in the centre of gravity from the centre of the cabinet, as a result of the uneven distribution of loads inside the device. The necessary precautions must be taken to prevent the device from tipping over during abrupt operations.
OPTIM SVGm 2.- PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The OPTIM SVGm combined reactive energy compensation device incorporates the following compo- nents in a metal enclosure: An SVGm-3WF-100R-480 static VAR generator with a reactive power compensation capacity for both lagging (inductive) and leading (capacitive) currents in three-phase networks, with or without neutral, of 100 kvar between 400 and 480 V~.
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OPTIM SVGm Table 4: List of OPTIM SVGm models (480V/60Hz - 460V/60Hz)� Power Compensation Modules Model capacity Fuse + Contactor + Reactor 480V/60Hz 460V/60Hz SVGm OPTIM SVGm-175-480-60Hz 175 kvar 161 kvar 1 x 75 kvar 100 kvar OPTIM SVGm-250-480-60Hz 250 kvar 230 kvar 2 x 75 kvar 100 kvar...
OPTIM SVGm 3.- DEVICE INSTALLATION 3�1�- PRELIMINARY RECOMMENDATIONS The device installation and the maintenance operations must only be carried out by authorised and qualified personnel� In order to use the device safely, it is critical that individuals who handle it follow the safety measures set out in the standards of the country where it is being used, use the personal protective equipment necessary (rubber gloves, face protection and approved flame-resistant clothing) to prevent injuries due to electric shock or electric arc due...
OPTIM SVGm 3�2�- INSTALLATION LOCATION The device must be installed in an environment where the temperature outside the cabinet is between -10ºC and 45ºC, with a maximum humidity of 95% without condensation. Do not install the device close to a hot spot and keep it out of direct sunlight. Install the OPTIM SVGm in a place protected from water, dust, flammable liquids, gases and corrosive substances.
OPTIM SVGm applied to restore the internal dielectric layers of the DC bus capacitors. shows the recommen- Table 6 dations for starting the device, according to the length of its storage period. Table 6: Start-up process, according to storage time� Storage time Process <...
OPTIM SVGm 3�5�- CONNECTION For the cabinet’s power supply, a cable with a cross-section suitable for the maximum current that can flow through the device must be used. Although the device is com- posed of 100 kvar modules (One SVGm-3WF-100R-480 and the rest of modules con- sisting of protection fuses + contactor + reactor + capacitor), to make installation easier, the modules are already wired, and the user only has to take into account the device’s total capacity.
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If these notches are apparent in the readings, the CIRCUTOR technical department should be consulted to determine the suitability of installing the combined OPTIM SVGm compensation device in the main.
OPTIM SVGm 3�6�- DEVICE TERMINALS OPTIM SVGm devices are installed in metal cabinets with the connections at the bottom. The cabinets sliding windows at the bottom of the cabinet so that the connection wiring can be slotted inside, . These windows can be removed and machined if it is considered necessary to use a Figure 6 cable gland.
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OPTIM SVGm Figure 9: OPTIM SVGm cabinet-type earth terminal� Table 7: List of terminals� Device terminals 1: S1, Current input L1 6: S2, Current input L3 2: S2, Current inpu 7: L1, Mains connection L1 3: S1, Current input L2 8: L2, Mains connection L2 4: S2, Current input L2 9: L3, Mains connection L3...
OPTIM SVGm 3�7�2�- CONNECTING OPTIM SVGm MODELS FROM 2 CABINETS TO THE MAINS P2 P1 L2 L3 L2 L3 S2 S1 S2 S1 S2 X X X X X X RED/ MAINS CARGA / LOAD P2 S1 Figure 11: Connecting OPTIM SVGm models from 2 cabinets to the mains� Instruction Manual...
OPTIM SVGm 3�8�- ELECTRIC SCHEMES 3�8�1�- OPTIM SVGm-200-440, OPTIM SVGm-300-440 and OPTIM SVGm-400-440 shows the electrical diagram of the OPTIM SVGm-400-440 model. The only difference in the Figure 12 other models is the number of rack modules (Fuse + Contactor + Reactor). NEGRO-BLANCO ROJO-AMARILLO MARRON-BLANCO...
OPTIM SVGm 3�8�2�- OPTIM SVGm-500-440, OPTIM SVGm-600-440, OPTIM SVGm-700-440 and OPTIM SVGm- 800-440 shows the electrical diagram of the OPTIM SVGm-800-440 model. The only difference in the Figure 13 other models is the number of rack modules (Fuse + Contactor + Reactor). NEGRO-BLANCO ROJO-AMARILLO MARRON-BLANCO...
OPTIM SVGm 3�8�3�- OPTIM SVGm-175-480-60Hz, OPTIM SVGm-250-480-60Hz and OPTIM SVGm-325-480- 60Hz shows the electrical diagram of the OPTIM SVGm-325-480-60Hz model. The only difference Figure 14 in the other models is the number of rack modules (Fuse + Contactor + Reactor). NEGRO-BLANCO ROJO-AMARILLO MARRON-BLANCO...
OPTIM SVGm 3�8�4�- OPTIM SVGm-400-480-60Hz, OPTIM SVGm-475-480-60Hz, OPTIM SVGm-550-480-60Hz and OPTIM SVGm-625-480-60Hz shows the electrical diagram of the OPTIM SVGm-625-480-60Hz model. The only difference Figure 15 in the other models is the number of rack modules (Fuse + Contactor + Reactor). NEGRO-BLANCO ROJO-AMARILLO MARRON-BLANCO...
OPTIM SVGm 4.- OPERATION 4�1�- OPERATING PRINCIPLE The currents consumed by the loads present in any installation have two components: an active com- ponent, which generates an effort, and a reactive component, generated by the inductive or capacitive nature of the load. Active Φ...
OPTIM SVGm Figure 17: RS-485 connection: SVGm - Computer SMART III 12V-OPTIM-SVGm� The SVGm module permanently analyses the status of the Computer SMART III 12V-OPTIM-SVGm, with regard to the availability to connect banks, or to disconnect them, such that when it determines that the compensation can be provided using a bank controlled by the Computer SMART III 12V-OP- TIM-SVGm, it disconnects itself so that the Computer SMART III 12V-OPTIM-SVGm can connect/dis- connect one of its banks in a few seconds.
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OPTIM SVGm Safety shutdown, despite the above measures, the temperature of certain components may exceed their maximum allowable level if the device is used in environmental conditions beyond the specified range. To avoid damaging the device or installation, the device will completely shut down automatically. The device must be disconnected from its power supply for 30 minutes to rearm this protection B�- Each capacitor rack module operated by a contactor features the following protection: Safety shutdown, using an NC temperature relay, which opens if it exceeds its trip temperature (+55º...
OPTIM SVGm 5.- SVGm Check the SVGm (M248B01-03-xxx) manual for more detailed information on the de- vice. 5�1�- DISPLAY The devices SVGm features a 3.5” TFT display on the front part in order to be able to view and configure all of the parameters of the device.
OPTIM SVGm 5�1�1�- UPPER AREA The following will be displayed on the upper area: A short description of the status of the device. The symbol, when the device requires maintenance, see section “ ”. 5.5.- MAINTENANCE 5�1�2�- CENTRAL AREA Figure 21: Central area�...
OPTIM SVGm 5�2�- START-UP When the device has been powered on, the screen shown in appears on the SVGm display. Figure 23 Figure 23: SVGm home screen� Before starting the OPTIM SVGm, it is necessary to follow the steps below: 1�- Use the key to navigate to the configuration screen and implement the appropriate configu- ration according to the existing installation (see...
OPTIM SVGm 5�3�- DISPLAY 5�3�1� - MAIN SCREEN shows the main screen of the SVGm module. Figure 24 % of power Status messages Arrancando ... RUN / STOP key RESET key Load Main Active Power Active Power Reactive Power Reactive Power Cos Ф...
OPTIM SVGm Table 10 (Cont�): Status messages Status messages Description Device is operating. Sync Description The SVGm is synchronising with the mains. Charging DC Bus Description Charging process of the internal bus prior to start-up. Stop Description Device stopped. Alarm An alarm has been generated.
OPTIM SVGm 5�3�3� - MAINS POWER AND COS ɸ shows the mains power and cos ɸ. Figure 26 ɸ Figure 26: Display of the mains power and cos � It shows: The Active Power (P), Reactive Power (Q) and Apparent Power (S). ...
OPTIM SVGm Use the keys to navigate through the different display screens. 5�3�5�- MAINS PHASORS In this screen, , the mains phasors are shown. Figure 28 Figure 28: Mains phasors� Use the keys to navigate through the different display screens. 5�3�6�- ALARMS In this screen, , the alarms that have occurred are shown.
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OPTIM SVGm If the same alarm is triggered 5 times during a 1-hour period, the automatic device reconnection function will be disabled. key rearms the device if the cause of the alarm has disappeared or has been resolved. If the device remains in a permanent alarm state, the screen shown in , is displayed.
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OPTIM SVGm Table 11 (Cont�) : Alarm messages� Alarm messages Corrective This alarm may be associated with transients and noise in the power supply voltage. Check the quality action of the power supply voltage. If it continues, contact the Technical Service. Mains overvoltage L1/L2/L3 Description The mains voltage is too high.
OPTIM SVGm Table 11 (Cont�) : Alarm messages� Alarm messages Internal comms error Description Failure in internal communications. Corrective Restart. Contact the Technical Service. action 5�3�7�- WARNINGS When the device generates a warning, it will continue to operate, but the symbol will be displayed on the main screen.
OPTIM SVGm 5�3�8�- ETHERNET COMMUNICATIONS In this screen, , the IP address of the device and the netmask are shown. Figure 33 Figure 33: Communications� Use the keys to navigate through the different display screens. 5�3�9�- DEVICE INFORMATION In this screen, , the serial number, HMI and DSP versions of the device are shown.
OPTIM SVGm 5�4�-CONFIGURATION shows the main configuration screen. Figure 35 Figure 35: Main configuration screen� By pressing the key, the setup menu is accessed in display mode, i.e., all parameters of the device are shown but they cannot be modified. By pressing the key, the setup menu is accessed in edit mode, i.e., the parameters of the device can be modified.
OPTIM SVGm 5�4�1�- LANGUAGE In this screen, , the language of the display is selected. Figure 37 Figure 37: Configuration screen: Language� ● Language, display language. Press the key to access the next configuration step Press the key to access the main screen of the device without saving the configuration values. 5�4�2�- DEVICE SPECIFICATIONS Note: This screen is informative, it can not be modified.
OPTIM SVGm 5�4�3�- COS Φ The device is only programmed in reactive power correction Mode 1, as configured out of the factory Figure 39)� Figure 39: Configuration screen: cos Φ (Mode 1)� ● Mode 1 In this mode, cos Φ is set to a fixed value. The device will attempt to ensure that the reactive power on the mains side corresponds to the specified cos Φ.
OPTIM SVGm 5�4�4�- TRANSFORMER CONFIGURATION The transformers that will be installed with the device are configured in this screen, Figure 40 Figure 40: Configuration screen: Transformer configuration� ● Num transformers The number of transformers that will be installed is configured with this parameter. Only 3 current transformers can be used with the OPTIM SVGm�...
OPTIM SVGm 5�4�5�- ETHERNET COMMUNICATIONS The Ethernet communication parameters are configured in this screen, Figure 41 Figure 41: Configuration screen: Ethernet communications� By activating the ☑ DHCP option, the device assigns the IP automatically. If this option is not activated, the parameters must be configured manually: ●...
OPTIM SVGm Check with Circutor tech support before modifying the Modbus Address of the device. ● Modbus device, modbus address. Press the key to access the next configuration step Press the key to access the main screen of the device without saving the configuration values.
OPTIM SVGm 5�4�8�- PASSWORD This screen, , is used to configure the device’s password: Figure 44 Figure 44: Password� ● Setup Password. This parameter enables the device’s configuration access password to be modified. ● Stop Password. key may be configured with a password; if enabled, the device will request the password on being pressed and will not stop unless the correct password is entered.
OPTIM SVGm 5�5�- MAINTENANCE The SVGm static generator requires minimum preventive maintenance. It is recommended to follow the notes described in this chapter to avoid premature damage to the device's components. shows the maintenance jobs with their respective time intervals. Table 14 Table 14: Static generator maintenance�...
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OPTIM SVGm The points to be inspected are: 1�- Set the SVGm in STOP mode and open the main switch (OFF position). 2�- Wait 1 minute for the capacitors to discharge. 3�- Clean the ventilation grilles, removing the dust. 4�- Check the status and torque of the electrical connections, as well as the mechanical attachment to the wall.
OPTIM SVGm 6.- COMPUTER SMART III 12V-OPTIM-SVGm Check the Computer SMART III 12V-OPTIM-SVGm (M015B01-03-xxx) manual for more detailed information on the device. 6�1�- DISPLAY The device has a backlit LCD display ( Figure 48 Status of the capacitors Status of the device Analogue bar Data area...
OPTIM SVGm 6�2�- LED INDICATORS The Computer SMART III 12V-OPTIM-SVGm device comprises: A CPU LED: Indicates that the device is working properly by flashing once per second. An Alarm LED: Indicates that an alarm is activated. A Fan LED: Indicates that the fan is operating. ...
OPTIM SVGm If it is not entered correctly, the device returns to the previous measurement screen. If it is entered correctly and capacitors are connected, the disconnection screen appears. Disconnection screen: used for the device to automatically disconnect all the stages before entering the configuration.
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OPTIM SVGm For other voltages or conditions not included in the table, the value of C/K can be obtained by means of a simple calculation. Calculating the C/K Factor The equation for calculating the C/K factor is: ⋅ ⋅ , Ic where : is the smallest capacitor current.
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OPTIM SVGm key skips to the previous digit. key skips to the next digit. key increases the digit value and the key reduces the digit value. Press to validate the data; the symbol disappears from the display. Minimum value: 0.02 Maximum value: 1.0 If the value entered is lower than the minimum value or higher than the maximum value, the backlight of the display flashes and the value entered is replaced with the minimum or maximum value, or with...
OPTIM SVGm 7.- TECHNICAL FEATURES Mains voltage OPTIM SVGm-xxxx-440 OPTIM SVGm-xxxx-480-60Hz Rated voltage Un 400 V~. ± 5% 480 V~ ± 5% Ph-Ph Ph-Ph Maximum operating voltage Umax 400 V~. 480 V~ Ph-Ph Ph-Ph Frequency Fn 50 ± 2% 60 ± 2% Maximum THD V Earthing system TN, TT...
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OPTIM SVGm Rated insulation voltage Ui 690 V Impulse withstand voltage Uimp 4kV, CAT III Class 1 Rated operating voltage (Ue) (of a circuit of an assembly) 400 V~ Rated current of a main output circuit Inc 525 A Rated group current of a main circuit Ing 525 A Rated permissible peak rated current Ipk 84 kA...
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OPTIM SVGm Mechanical features Dimensions (mm) Figure 50 and Figure 51 OPTIM SVGm-200-440 OPTIM SVGm-300-440 OPTIM SVGm-400-440 OPTIM SVGm-175-480-60Hz OPTIM SVGm-250-480-60Hz OPTIM SVGm-325-480-60Hz 250 kg 310 kg 370 kg OPTIM SVGm-500-440 OPTIM SVGm-600-440 OPTIM SVGm-700-440 OPTIM SVGm-400-480-60Hz OPTIM SVGm-475-480-60Hz OPTIM SVGm-550-480-60Hz Weight 555 kg 615 kg...
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OPTIM SVGm Figure 50:OPTIM SVGm dimensions of 1 cabinet Figure 51:OPTIM SVGm dimensions of 2 cabinets� Instruction Manual...
OPTIM SVGm 8.- TECHNICAL SERVICE In the case of any query in relation to device operation or malfunction, please contact the CIRCUTOR S�A�U� Technical Support Service. Technical Assistance Service Vial Sant Jordi, s/n, 08232 - Viladecavalls (Barcelona) Tel: 902 449 459 (Spain) / +34 937 452 919 (outside of Spain) email: sat@circutor.com...
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