Upstream Over-Current Protection Device; Conductor Routing; Conductor Sizing - Total Protection Solutions 80 Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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3. Upstream Over-Current Protection Device

The ServiceTrack ST is listed as a Type 1 SPD per UL 1449 3rd Edition, suitable for use in both Type 1 and Type 2 SPD
applications. This means that the ServiceTrack ST can be installed on the line or load side of the main service disconnect.
ServiceTrack ST are one-port devices and must be connected in parallel to the electrical system.
• Optional Component-Level Fusing Units: Model Numbers With "-L" Suffix
(Example model number: TK-ST080-3Y208-FL)
The ServiceTrack ST units are listed as Type 1 SPDs making them suitable for use in Type 1 and Type 2 SPD
applications. These units DO NOT require an upstream over-current protection device and can be connected to
the electrical distribution system bus. They have built-in over-current fusing rated at 200,000 rms symmetrical
amperes at 600 VAC or less.
• Standard ServiceTrack ST Units: Model Numbers With "-N" Suffix - Type 2 SPD
(Example model number: TK-ST080-3Y208-NF)
These units MUST be connected to an upstream over-current protective device (circuit breaker, fuse or fused
switch). The ratings for the upstream over-current protective device are as follows:
For 80kA, 120kA and 160kA units:
CAUTION: Do not splice ServiceTrack ST conductors within the unit's enclosure or Manufacturer's warranty
!
will be void. ServiceTrack ST's performance will be limited severely if the conductors are (a) too long, (b) are
of too small a wire gauge, (c) have too many bends or (d) have sharp bends.

4. Conductor Routing

The factors listed above should be addressed during the design of an installation to reserve a suitable place for ServiceTrack ST
next to its point of connection to the electrical system. The selected mounting location should allow for the shortest possible
conductor runs and a direct route with a minimum of bends. If bends are required, they should be sweeping bends. Do not
make sharp 90° bends for appearance purposes because they will severely decrease the effectiveness of ServiceTrack ST.
Braiding or twisting conductors together using tie-wraps or electrical tape increases the protection performance of the device.
One or two twists or braids of all conductors per foot and securely tie-wrap when conductor lengths must exceed 12".

5. Conductor Sizing

Total Protection Solutions recommends installing ServiceTrack ST by using the following conductor sizes for phase, ground
and neutral connections.
Example of a SPD model number: TK-ST240-3Y208-FL
PRODUCT L BEL
DESIGN TION
TK-ST080-xxxxx
TK-ST120-xxxxx
TK-ST160-xxxxx
TK-ST200-xxxxx
TK-ST240-xxxxx
TK-ST300-xxxxx
TK-ST400-xxxxx
80kA rated units are shipped with #10AWG leads. Note: Leads should be shortened during installation in order to minimize
1
conductor length.
2
For direct bus connection maximum wire size is recommended. Otherwise match wire size to the rating of the disconnect breaker.
SERVICETRACK ST
INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
®
Class J or equivalent fused disconnect or circuit breaker rated at 60 amperes maximum
for 80kA unit and 100 amperes maximum/600 volts maximum for 120kA and 160kA units.
SURGE CURRENT
C P BILITY
80kA/phase
1
120kA/phase
2
160kA/phase
2
200kA/phase
2
240kA/phase
2
300kA/phase
2
400kA/phase
2
RECOMMENDED
M XIMUM
#10 AWG
#10 AWG
#6 AWG
#2 AWG
#6 AWG
#2 AWG
#4 AWG
#2 AWG
#4 AWG
#2 AWG
#4 AWG
#2 AWG
#4 AWG
#2 AWG
CONDUCTOR SIZE
MINIMUM
#10 AWG
#10 AWG
#10 AWG
#10 AWG
#10 AWG
#10 AWG
#10 AWG
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