E-T-A Circuit Breakers Ltd

Supply, overcurrent protection and power distribution in a single system

E-T-A’s compact and flexible REX system represents a comprehensive DC 24 V protection and distribution solution for machine and panel builders, under the headline »all in one«.

What are the benefits of our all-in-one solution?

The REX12 is a perfectly matched system with an optimised number of components and functionalities. All-in-one solution means: Central input + protection + power distribution in one complete system. This creates considerable time and cost advantages.

Your benefits:

• Increases machine uptime – through clear failure detection, high transparency and remote diagnosis
• Flexibility is ensured – through ease of assembly or disassembly, modular design and convenient adjustment
• Saves 50 % time – through innovative and flexible connection technology
• Saves costs – as no further accessories are required
• Saves space - because each module has a width of only 12.5 mm

Are you looking for condition monitoring and predictive maintenance?

Storage and evaluation of all data logged in machinery and plants is the precondition for industry 4.0 solutions on the score of “condition monitoring” and also “predictive maintenance”. Our power distribution and protection system REX12 will help to enhance transparency in your plant and consistency of your systems.

International standards: UL 508, NEC Class2, EN 60204-1

Besides the UL508 approval and NEC Class2, the REX12 exclusively meets the requirements of cable protection to EN60204-1. This is possible because the internal fail-safe element in the shape of a blade fuse corresponds to the current rating of the circuit protector in question. Concretely, this means that the current rating of the protector and the rating of the fail-safe element are identical.

E-T-A is pleased to announce its recent Association of High Technology Distribution (AHTD) membership. Joining AHTD gives E-T-A the opportunity to take advantage of the organizations regionally sponsored events, group conferences and many resources focused on increasing the productivity and market share of automation solution suppliers, reps and distributors.

“Becoming a member of AHTD is a step in our continuing strategy at E-T-A to increase the exposure of our expanding line of automation products within the sales channel,” said John Guetens, E-T-A’s North American Channel Sales Manager. “Last year saw E-T-A introduce new innovative products and solutions for the automation market, a trend that will continue in 2018. AHTD provides us the opportunity to expand existing relationships and create new ones within a market of strategic importance to E-T-A in North America. We look forward to the many benefits AHTD membership will bring our entire sales organization.”

About E-T-A:
E-T-A Circuit Breakers is a world leading manufacturer of circuit breakers and is a single-source supplier for most circuit protection technologies: thermal, thermal-magnetic, magnetic, electronic and high performance. Additionally, E-T-A is a leading manufacturer of solid state remote power controllers (SSRPCs).  All E-T-A circuit protection devices are RoHS compliant. With North American headquarters in Chicago, the company serves industrial OEMs and end-users.

About AHTD: 
For over 30 years, the Association for High Technology Distribution (AHTD) has worked to enhance the productivity and efficiency of high technology automation solution providers and manufacturers through connection, collaboration, and education. AHTD serves to advance the high technology distribution industry by delivering tools, education and unparalleled networking opportunities with leaders, peers and partners that help members to innovate, collaborate and achieve their business goals faster. AHTD is comprised with nearly 300 automation solution provider and manufacturer members who deliver technology-based products, services and solutions to the automation marketplace. For more information about AHTD, visit www.ahtd.org

The electronic timer relay ETR10 made by E-T-A combines functions such as time delay, pulse output and blinking with an electronic overcurrent protection in one relay.

Typical applications:

The solid state relay is suitable for many applications because it can be configured individually depending on the requirements. 

The ETR10 has been designed for switching and protecting valves, motors, lamps etc. in DC12V and DC24V on-board electrical systems. No matter whether it is road vehicles (passenger cars, motorcycles, trucks, buses, working and emergency cars, special vehicles), construction machinery, agricultural vehicles or rail vehicles. In addition the product is suitable for use in marine applications (watercraft, sailing boats, motor yachts etc.) or industrial applications and production facilities. The low quiescent current and operating current consumption is of the essence with all these applications.

Robust combination of timer relay, various time control functions and electronic overcurrent protection 

• Minimises the number of plug connections in the circuit, making installation easier and reducing the failure risk 
• Energy-saving with less space requirement 
• The relay fits into four-pole or seven-pole standard automotive relay sockets to ISO 7588 (ISO Mini). 
• Reliable use for currents form 1 to 30 A at on-board voltages of DC 12 V and 24 V. 

A modular system for your power distribution - tailor-made to your requirements.

The flexible Power-D-Box^® serves for connecting and protecting up to 30 load circuits at one power supply. By means of two versions - Basic and Basic Plus -the user is able to meet his requirements ranging from a basic configuration to an »allround-carefree-package«. 

An integral printed circuit board allows redundancy and provides distribution of the supply lines to the individual load channels. The integral sockets accommodate various types of circuit breakers. The portfolio ranges from thermal-magnetic to electronic circuit breakers.

The »Basic« version minimises the distribution configuration on the pcb. The »Basic Plus« version offers even more connection convenience. It features additional terminals on the rear, providing ease of access, including wirng of return conductors.

Customer-specific versions make the system suitable for use in nearly all applications. Additional features include: integral de-coupling diodes for a redundant entry line, screw terminals accessible from the front, voltage monitoring with relay output, integral power supplies or even different housing designs. 

Basic Version:

• Compact power distribution system 2U made of aluminium
• Printed circuit board design, no conventional wiring
• High power density up to 2 x 100 A
• Plug-in type circuit breakers to be plugged in later
• Clearly marked front plate

Basic Plus Version:

• Return conductor wiring included
• All terminals easily accessible on one level
• Availability of standard connection technologies: screw-type, spring-loaded, push-in
• Redundant supply via de-coupling diodes
• Version for installation on mounting plate in the control cabinet

Tailor-made for modern communications technology in production plants:

The AC power distribution type V0071 prevents any risk for life and limb of the operating personnel by way of its design. In spite of its high overload and short circuit resistance it features very compact dimensions. The use of the AC 230 V power distribution allows longer cable lengths and smaller cross sections of the load lines as opposed to a DC 24 V distribution. The influence of cable losses is much lower here.

It ensures maximum reliability for the user:

For this purpose all live parts and cables disappear into the inner layers of the printed circuit board and into the interior of the moulded rack. Power distribution onto the individual load channels is via 10 contact-safe terminal blocks and terminals contacting the inner conductor paths. This design allows overvoltage category III which is standard in the industry.

More information:

• Vertical and horizontal mounting
• Line entry via spring-loaded terminals up to 16 mm²
• Main switch and back-up protection in the event of overload and short circuit by a 30A back-up fuse
• Green LED signals AC 230 V voltage applied
• Protection of load circuits by means of 10 thermal-magnetic circuit breakers
• Connection of two loads each via spring-loaded terminals

The new decentralised power distribution system V0097 is optimally suitable for supply of smaller production units within long assembly lines. 

This solution designed by E-T-A allows thinner cables for AC 230 V or 400 V and it takes the 40 A power supply very close to the loads. Only there will it supply the required DC 24 V. An optional buffer module ensures bridging of voltage dips.

Perfectly meeting the requirements:

The power distribution system V0097 is suitable for the use in harsh production surroundings, e.g. in car production with robotic stations, welding units or assembly stations

• Protection degree IP65
• Suitable for use in higher ambient temperatures up to +45°C without active cooling
• Long life span (up to 15 years)
• Integral auxiliary contacts
• Push-in technology for all external terminals
• Cable glands and connections in the bottom which also ensure the high protection degree IP65 and the required strain relief for cables

Further components:

The new modular power distribution system 18plus is an integral part, accommodating plug-in type circuit breakers for the protection of 20 load circuits. Type ESS30-S is used here, which offers physical isolation and selective protection through its special characteristic curve. Faulty circuits will reliably be disconnected due to the integral current limitation, without affecting any other loads or the supply unit.

System availability has top priority in telecommunications, transmission technology and data system engineering. The intelligent power distribution system ControlPlex^® Rack offers an innovative solution:

• Selective overcurrent protection with integral control and monitoring function
• Integral bus system
• Plug-in type connection technology
• 19” rack protected against brush contact

The ESX300-S electronic circuit protector in the ControlPlex^® Rack reliably protects against system failure by active fault current limitation in the event of a failure. Within the shortest of times it disconnects the faulty circuit reliably and selectively. The voltage dips will not affect any adjoining faultless devices. Fire hazard is reliably excluded. By means of status LEDs the ESX300-S even indicates alarms on site. Trouble-shooting is supported effectively. 

In addition it features smart control, monitoring and measuring functions provided by the communication module RCI10 with Ethernet/IP interface. Thus the ControlPlex^® Rack system becomes an intelligent overcurrent protection and power management system which can even be extended with the system live.

Ease of integration into existing management systems

This is mainly enabled by the centralised alarm and configuration management of supplied and connected systems. ControlPlex^® Rack can easily be integrated in existing management systems because of the supported SNMP, v1, v3 protocols in the communication module RCI10 and the included Management Information Base (MIB).

Integral web server

Even without management system, the controller type RCI10 and its integral web server allow remote or automatic ON and OFF operation of loads by means of the web browser. It is also able to provide system status data and measuring data in real time. 

The ESS30-S electronic circuit breaker with additional attribute “low energy breaker” holds a standard-compliant combination of mechanical circuit breaker and electronic overcurrent protection.
Less losses and high packing density
The new circuitry concept of the ESS30-S reduces current consumption and the total power loss by approx. 30 % compared to standard solutions in the market.

The additionally reduced installation height by one third is another pre-condition for being used in decentralised power distribution systems.

Easy handling of protection in line with the relevant standards:

Type ESS30-S with fixed current ratings from 0.5 A to 10 A only requires a single trip curve. It combines easy handling of protection in line with the relevant standards. This is particularly true for long load lines or small cable cross sections. The integral current limitation of the ESS30-S to 1.2 times rated current ensures that the DC 24 V power supply remains stable. Only the faulty path will be disconnected, the other circuits remain unaffected. This allows goal-oriented trouble-shooting and increases the run times of the machinery or plant.

Benefits:

• “Low energy breaker” minimises total power loss
• Compact design helps saving space
• Increased ambient temperature resistance allows use in decentralised power distribution systems
• Fits into module 18plus and allows maintenance-free wiring with a no-tool connection technology.

Comprehensive approvals to VDE and UL make the ESS30-S a type suitable for international use in process control and machine construction. 

The innovative and modular solution:

The REX12-T electronic circuit protector is the new generation of electronic overcurrent protection: Thanks to its unique built-in connector system, up to 16 circuit protectors (maximum 40 A) can be placed side-by-side on a symmetrical DIN rail and can be connected electrically.

No extra bridges, jumpers or busbars required!

Ease of mounting and minimised wiring saves time and money:

The newly designed protection solution is especially suitable for process control, machine and panel build. It combines top flexibility with a compact design. For connection of DC 24 V systems, the REX12-T uses the EM12-T supply module. Both modules feature push-in technology and allow a maintenance-free wiring without any tools. 

REX12-T allows easy and rapid set-up of a DC 24 V protection system by means of a side-by-side mounted cost-effective circuit protector - without any connecting accessories and with only minimum wiring efforts.

Benefits:

• Saves costs - no further accessories required
• Saves time through innovative and flexible mounting and connection technology
• Provides flexibility through ease of mounting, disassembly and modular design

Fit for future requirements of factory automation and process control:

E-T-A extends the SVS201-CP ControlPlex® Board power distribution system by the communication interface IO link. It allows integration of electronic DC 24 V protection into communication technology. 
Point-to-point IO link communication is unique and offers considerable reduction of wiring time, significantly improves diagnostic capabilities and provides a longer machine run time.

What are the benefits offered by the new IO-Link Device CPC10IO-S1-001?

It transmits a great number of diagnostic information to a superordinate IO link master. Information includes values of input voltage, load current, load voltage, limit values, unit temperature as well as various setting options, for example current rating, utilisation warning thresholds in percent and a sequential start-up. The IO link device CPC10IO-S1 allows communication of up to 16 circuit protectors ESX50D-S with the IO link master port.

Cost and time savings:

• Reduced inventory through adjustable ratings from 1 to 10 A
• Ease of adjustment in the event of system extensions due to plug-in design
• Little space requirement in control cabinets through compact design

Reduced downtimes:

• Quick reaction in the event of a failure through detection of fault conditions such as short circuit or overload
• Condition monitoring based on permanent data recording
• Fast system reset through remote access

Automotive Circuit Breakers Market Outlook to 2022 – Manufacturers, Market Trends and Forecast

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E-T-A unveils a world first: the EBU (Electronic Breaker Unit), a newly designed hybrid protective element for a stable energy security of UPS systems. UPS means “uninterruptible power supply”. These systems are used to ensure permanent power supply even in the event of a mains failure. And this is our dilemma: The current supplied by the UPS is not sufficient to magnetically trip the overcurrent protection. Hence, the entire UPS system will be disconnected. The so-called “uninterruptible power supply” will interrupt!

Type EBU - the solution for reliable power safety

The E-T-A circuit breaker type EBU for AC 230 V consists of an MCB that is approved for short circuit interruptions up to 10 kA and of an add-on electronic circuitry, taking over measuring and evaluation tasks. The product is available with the typical MCB ratings 6 A, 10 A and 16 A with B and C characteristics and is directly operated at the output of the corresponding UPS.

Easy handling

The EBU can be adjusted to the actual load conditions and the capability of the UPS unit in question by means of an adjustment potentiometer. For this purpose the device is simply adjusted to the current rating of the UPS and the load. Thus the device will reliably trip in the event of a failure. And only the load path concerned will be disconnected. All other paths remain unaffected. The EBU unit tolerates switch-on operations and the corresponding high inrush currents. Users benefit from faultless operation and, in addition, from significantly reduced costs.

UNINTERRUPTIBLE = UNINTERRUPTIBLE

Benefits:

• Saves costs by rating the UPS more efficiently by one third, resulting in much lower follow-up costs.
• Increases system availability through selective and effective protection
• Provides ease of planning through variable overcurrent protection

E-T-A is pleased to announce its Electronic Components Industry Association (ECIA) membership. Joining the ECIA gives E-T-A the opportunity to utilize the many resources and forums made available to ECIA members. These resources will help E-T-A understand the current industry environment and assist in adapting business practices to the ever-changing needs of representative networks, distribution channels and customers.

“E-T-A is excited about the many benefits ECIA membership will bring to our organization and to the relationships we have with our manufactures reps and distributors,” said John Guetens, E-T-A’s North American Distribution Sales Manager. “Improving the reach and effectiveness of our supply chain is vital to our goals for future growth in the North American market. We look forward to our membership in the ECIA being part of our strategy of continual improvement.”

E-T-A is pleased to announce its Electronic Representatives Association (ERA) membership. Joining the ERA gives E-T-A the opportunity to take advantage of the organizations many events and resources that address the rep-supplier-distributor relationship and the development of strategies to benefit sales performance.

“Joining the ERA is part of an initiative here at E-T-A to strengthen the lines of communication with our representative sales channel and increase our overall market penetration in North America as an organization,” said John Guetens, E-T-A’s North American Channel Sales Manager. “The ERA brings together reps, suppliers and a growing number of distributors from within our industry in an effort to optimize the use and effectiveness of the representative sales channel. We look forward to participating in ERA events and the benefits membership will bring to our sales organization.”

E-T-A Circuit Breakers, quality designer and manufacturer of a broad range of electro- mechanical and electronic products for circuit protection, has introduced a new solid-state power relay offering a noiseless relay function together with electronic overcurrent protection in a single unit, thus minimising the space requirements and the number of plug-in components.

Designed for standard 4-pole automotive relay sockets (to ISO 7588), the E-T-A Electronic Standard Relay ESR10-P ISO Maxi is suitable for 12V DC on-board electrical systems, is rated to 50A and offers remote re-setting in the event of an overload trip. The ESR10 is suitable for a wide range of 12V DC systems, for example switching and protecting motors, lamps and magnetic valves in road, construction, agricultural and rail vehicles as well as for work and leisure boats, and for industrial applications in process and automation. The solid-state design of the E-T-A ESR10 relay offers wear-free switching and is unsusceptible to shock, vibration and dust. Silent switching can bring benefits for applications inside a passenger cabin. It also requires a far smaller closed and switching current compared to a standard electromechanical relay. In the event of a trip through short circuit or overload, the type ESR10-P can simply be re-set remotely by switching it off and on, rather like a re-settable fuse. The type ESR10-N ISO Micro is a smaller version solid-state relay offering short circuit protection only and is rated to 30A.The ESR10-P ISO Maxi is packaged in a 30cm x 30cm x30cm housing and complements the long-established E-T-A E-1048-8 which also combines the capability of a remotely controllable electronic load disconnecting relay with self-limiting characteristics, and optimised overcurrent protection similar to that of a high quality circuit breaker. The E-1048-8 is suitable for wide ranging 12/24V DC applications for protection up to 30A where solenoids, motors or lamp loads have to be switched, protected or monitored, including use in vehicles, on land and sea, in telecommunications, and in the process industry.  For further information on E-T-A and its products, visit www.e-t-a.co.uk.

About E-T-A

E-T-A designs and manufactures a broad range of electro-mechanical and electronic products for circuit protection, control and instrumentation, including the world’s largest range of circuit breakers for equipment (CBEs). E-T-A equipment is specified and installed by a wide variety of industrial OEMs and end-users, with key markets including air, sea and land transport, process control, computers and communications, medical equipment, domestic appliances, machine tools and robotics.

E-T-A is an international company with headquarters in Altdorf, Germany and production facilities in several other countries, together with marketing, sales and technical operations throughout the industrial world. Its European, North American and Far Eastern markets are served by some 1,300 employees.

The World Wide Web site www.e-t-a.co.uk offers further information on E-T-A and its products.

E-T-A introduces the first track-mountable mechatronic circuit breaker offering worldwide approvals

E-T-A Circuit Breakers, quality designer and manufacturer of a broad range of electro-mechanical and electronic products for circuit protection, has introduced the first track-mountable electronic circuit breaker with physical isolation offering worldwide approvals. The new E-T-A ESS31-T mechatronic circuit breaker provides overcurrent protection against overloads and short circuits for whenever the current in a 24V DC control circuit might exceed the current carrying capacity of the conductor or the rated value of a component.

The E-T-A ESS31-T is a fully featured circuit breaker for equipment protection with an electronic-hybrid trip characteristic, which is approved as a UL 1077 supplementary protector and also to EN/IEC 60934, for fixed current ratings from 0.5A to 12A. It ensures globally certified protection of equipment in control cabinets and field components,  and protects 24V DC control circuits in cabinets designed in accordance with UL508A.

Featuring a single trip curve for all types of loads, the ESS31-T enables protection of a wide range of 24V DC switch-mode powered automation and safety equipment. In the event of a failure, the ESS31-T will shutdown electronically a single faulty output, while allowing all other load circuits connected to the same power supply to continue working as normal.  It ensures a controlled stoppage of the machinery and allows efficient troubleshooting: after the problem is solved, the load output can be simply re-activated by a press of the ON/OFF button.In applications with long load lines or small cross section cables, the ESS31-T typically disconnects an overcurrent of 1.2 times the rated breaker current within 500ms, with final physical isolation after 5 seconds. In the event of a low resistance short circuit in a load path, disconnection will occur after 100ms. High short currents or capacitive in-rush currents of electronic modules are limited by the integral current limitation of the circuit breaker, preventing wear of the mechanical contacts or switchgear. This minimises the need to regularly replace mechanical components and reduces machine downtime, while saving on maintenance and service costs. The E-T-A ESS31-T is just 12.5mm wide and features status indication, visually by a multi-coloured LED and the ON/OF switch position, as well as by integral signal outputs.

E-T-A Circuit Breakers, quality designer and manufacturer of a broad range of electro- mechanical and electronic products for circuit protection, has introduced a new, low-cost family of miniaturised thermal circuit breakers. Unlike standard fuses, the E-T-A 1657, 1658 and 1659 single-pole circuit breakers are easily and quickly reset after tripping due to overcurrent. Between them they offer a choice of current rating and tripping characteristics, blade or screw terminals, thread-neck or snap-in mounting, and button or auto reset. Watersplash protection for the actuator button is offered as an accessory.

Ideally suited for the protection of motors, transformers and cables in a very wide range of industrial and consumer applications, all circuit breakers in the family feature a trip-free, snap-action mechanism ensuring reliable and automatic disconnection in the event of an overcurrent, even with a blocked actuator button. Each model has different dimensions and different characteristics. Between them they offer a full range of current and voltage ratings for the protection of AC and DC loads.The new E-T-A 1657 is a single-pole, thread-neck mounting R-Type TO CBE with EN 60934 and other international approvals. The type 1657 can be specified for applications in a choice of current ratings from 5A to 20A for use on 250V AC or 32V DC, with blade or screw terminals. Featuring a manual reset button, the body measures just 29.1mm x 22.5mm and 14.4mm in width. Typical protection applications include industrial equipment, power tools, battery chargers, UPS, motors, medical equipment and power generators.The E-T-A 1658 is a single-pole R-Type TO CBE with EN 60934 and other international approvals. The type 1658 can be specified with a thread-neck and push-button actuation or a flush head with auto-reset functionality. It is available in a choice of current ratings from 5A to 30A for use on 240V AC or 28V DC with blade terminals. The body measures 32.0mm x 27.0mm and 14.0mm in width. Typical protection applications include power supplies, battery chargers, motors and consumer products.The new E-T-A 1659 is a single-pole, thread-neck mounting R-Type TO CBE with EN 60934 and other international approvals. The type 1659 can be specified for applications in a choice of current ratings from 5A to 30A for use on 250V AC or 32V DC, with blade or screw terminals. Featuring a manual reset button, the body measures 31.0mm x 35.0mm and 14.4mm in width. Typical protection applications include industrial equipment, power tools, battery chargers, UPS, motors, medical equipment and power generators.

E-T-A designs and manufactures a broad range of electro-mechanical and electronic products for circuit protection, control and instrumentation, including the world’s largest range of circuit breakers for equipment (CBEs). E-T-A equipment is specified and installed by a wide variety of industrial OEMs and end-users, with key markets including air, sea and land transport, process control, computers and communications, medical equipment, domestic appliances, machine tools and robotics.

E-T-A is an international company with headquarters in Altdorf, Germany and production facilities in several other countries, together with marketing, sales and technical operations throughout the industrial world. Its European, North American and Far Eastern markets are served by some 1,300 employees.

Today E-T-A Circuit Breakers announced the availability of its new X3130 Appliance Inlet Module. The X3130, integrated with E-T-A’s double-pole 3130 thermal circuit breaker, combines a C14 appliance inlet module, rocker switch and resettable overcurrent protection in one compact package.  This three-in-one device allows design engineers to streamline the number of components in their designs - cutting installation time by 66 percent - and reduce the overall cost and size of the equipment.

Available in current ratings up to 15A and AC 240V, the new X3130 solution provides protection from harmful overloads and potential short circuits. It has a C14 appliance inlet module (to IEC 60320) and is designed for screw-type mounting which reduces the chance of accidental removal of inlet from equipment by users.
 
The X3130 Appliance Inlet Module is approved to UL, VDE and CCC and, in combination with the 3130-FA.A thermal circuit breaker, is designed for use in applications where the equipment and power cord are packaged separately  – primarily in medical, office, laboratory, floor care and professional audio equipment applications.

The X3130 Appliance Inlet Module and 3130-FA.A Thermal Circuit Breaker are available directly from E-T-A or through its authorized distributor network. For more information on the X3130 Appliance Inlet Module and 3130-FA.A circuit breaker, call E-T-A at +44 1296 420336 or click here.

About E-T-A:

E-T-A designs and manufactures a broad range of electro-mechanical and electronic products for circuit protection, control and instrumentation, including the world’s largest range of circuit breakers for equipment (CBEs). E-T-A equipment is specified and installed by a wide variety of industrial OEMs and end-users, with key markets including air, sea and land transport, process control, computers and communications, medical equipment, domestic appliances, machine tools and robotics.

E-T-A is an international company with headquarters in Altdorf, Germany and production facilities in several other countries, together with marketing, sales and technical operations throughout the industrial world. Its European, North American and Far Eastern markets are served by some 1,500 employees.