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Caterpillar

ATC Power Breaker Bypass Isolation Open/Closed Transition Automatic Transfer Switch

Cat transfer switches are designed for a variety of standby power applications. They provide flexibility, reliability and value in a compact package. A Bypass Isolation Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) provides fully functioning transfer in applications where emergency power to critical loads must be maintained at all times with no interruption. This type of design allows for inspection, maintenance or replacement of the power switching mechanisms with no interruption in electrical service. Breaker based Bypass isolation ATS are available from 200A to 5,000A.

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Features

Specifications

  • Technical Summary
    Spec Value
    Rating Range 200-5000A
    Transfer Type Bypass isolation, Closed transition
    Switch Type Power Breaker
  • Ratings
    Spec Value
    Control Power 200-5000A, 2-, 3-, 4-pole
    100% rated Short
    System Voltage Application 120-600 Vac 50/60 Hz
    Time Withstand 85,000 for 30 cycles
    Withstand 100 kAIC at 600V, 3 cycles
    Applicable Testing CSA C22.2 No. 178 certified
    UL 1008 listed up to 3200A
    4000A, and 5000A UL 891 listed

Standard Equipment

Controls and Wiring

  • All controls relays and industrial grade relays are totally encapsulated to minimize exposure to dust and dirt. Lugs are 90º rated and all control wire is #16 AWG, type XLPE with a 125º temperature rating.

Enclosure

  • Durable powder-coated steel NEMA 1, 3R or 12 enclosures with three door hinges to ensure proper support of the door and door mounted devices. The hinges have removable hinge pins to facilitate door removal for easy wall mounting or service and are supplied with pad-lockable latches.

Optional Equipment

Available Options

  • Surge suppression
  • Field selectable, multi ratio, control voltage transformer 50/60 Hz
  • Integrated service entrance
  • Space heaters
  • Remote communications
  • Multi-meter options available
  • 2- or 4-position test switch
  • Selectable automatic or non-automatic operation
  • Open or closed transition
  • Load sequencing contacts
  • Integral overcurrent protection
  • Seismic Zone 4 Qualified (BOCA, CBC, IBC, UBC and OSHPD)

Optional Delayed Transition includes:

  • Pre-transfer signal with 1 N.O. and 1 N.C. contacts
  • Time delay neutral
  • In-phase transition