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Central Battery

Systems
Central Battery Systems
Contents 9
System Design 374 Loadstar AC/DC Systems 385

Economy AC/DC 392 Loadstar AC/AC Systems 395

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Compact AC/AC 405 Switch Tripping Units 408

EasiCheck Slave 410 Slave Luminiare Technical Data 413

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Central battery system based emergency lighting is To complement the range of central battery
ideal for medium to large installations. For projects systems, Eaton also offers a wide selection of
where central control and testing is desirable, a slave luminaires and conversion modules for mains
central battery system is a viable and cost effective fluorescent luminaires. EasiCheck automatic self-
alternative to self-contained emergency lighting testing can be readily incorporated into central
products. The main advantages of central battery systems.
systems over self-contained systems are:

• Testing and maintenance is much easier to • Loadstar AC/DC Systems (See page 385)
carry out • Economy AC/DC Systems (See page 392)
• Battery replacement is much quicker and less
disruptive • Loadstar Static Inverter AC/AC Systems (See
• Battery life is generally 10 years or more page 395) 9
• Luminaires can be centrally controlled • 
Compact Static Inverter AC/AC (See page
• High light levels can easily be achieved 405)
• The emergency lighting system can be
• Switchgear Tripping Battery Chargers (See
completely unobtrusive
page 408)
Eaton manufactures a wide range of central battery • EasiCheck 1.5 Slave Emergency Lighting
emergency lighting systems. Standard products Testing System (See page 410)
include AC/AC static inverter systems, with the • 
Slave Luminaire Technical Data (See page
addition of a new compact, competitively priced 413)
unit for smaller installations. A comprehensive
range of traditional AC/DC systems are also
available, including an economy range designed for
use in small premises. Bespoke systems to suit
the exact requirements of the specifier are also
available.

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Central Battery System Design


When it has been decided that a central battery system is the This section of the catalogue provides a guide to how to choose
most suitable system of emergency lighting for a particular site, the most suitable type of central battery system and then how to
the designer needs to give consideration to the following: ensure it will meet the installation requirements.
Technical assistance is available to help you with selecting and
• Lighting design designing a system correctly. Contact Eaton’s central systems
technical sales department, Tel: 01302 303317
• Type of system
• System control and mode of operation
• Battery type
• System sizing
• Battery room ventilation

Lighting Design Considerations


Current legislation and design increases the attraction of using
9 central battery systems to provide emergency lighting in a
building.
In particular, an increase in the use of static inverter systems,
which provide an alternative source of power to normal mains
luminaires. These considerations can be summarised as follows:

1. BS 5266 part 7 (EN 1838) specifies increased emergency light


levels than previous standards
2. Slave luminaires, operating from AC/DC and AC/AC central
systems, offer a higher light output and improved spacing
characteristics over comparable self-contained versions of the
same luminaire
3. Compact fluorescent lamps make ideal slave luminaires,
offering high efficiency and appropriate light output for areas
with low ceilings
4. There is an increasing requirement from architects and users
to make emergency lighting as unobtrusive as possible, so
utilisation of the normal mains luminaires is an ideal solution

Through the use of dedicated slave luminaires and conversion


modules for mains fluorescent luminaires, these considerations
can be catered for by both AC/DC and AC/AC central systems. An
illustration of the increased output that can be expected from 8W
slave luminaires compared to self-contained versions is shown in
figure 1.

Fig 1. Light output of different types of luminaire (nominal lamp lumens


based on standard 8 watt fitting)

When performing photometric calculations for converted mains


luminaires with static inverter systems, the full design lumen
output of the luminaire must be taken into account, as the lamps
are powered by conventional ballasts. It is important to ensure
that the use of such high output luminaires in low ceiling areas
does not exceed the uniformity factor limitations. The utilisation
factor should be taken at zero reflectance in line with BS 5266 Pts.
1 and 7 1999. Typical spacing data is provided at the rear of this
catalogue, to assist in the calculation of spacing.

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Type of System
There are numerous different combinations of central battery a proposed system type for a particular application, our technical
system type and the correct choice depends as much on department is available to provide assistance. Contact the central
customer preference as on design criteria. The selection chart system technical sales department, Tel: 01302 303317
below gives some general guidance. Should you wish to discuss

Do you want dedicated Either use a maintained


emergency luminaires or battery unit with conversion
do you require the emergency Integrated modules (see note 1)
lighting to be integrated or static inverter unit
within the normal lighting? (see note 2)

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Dedicated

Do you want the emergency Use dedicated slave


Use a non-maintained
None lighting to be illuminated whilst
battery unit or maintained luminaires powered from
of the the mains is healthy? All of the
battery unit with hold off e.g. maintained emergency lighting either a maintained battery
lighting
relays or static inverter with lighting, security lighting unit or static inverter unit
sub-circuit monitors or nighlighting applications? (see note 3)

Some
of the
lighting

Use a maintained unit or


static inverter unit
(see note 3) with hold off
relays to control the
non-maintained luminaires

Notes
1. Conversion modules are designed to be incorporated into a 2. Static inverters provide mains voltage output during both
conventional mains luminaire. During normal conditions the normal and emergency conditions. They are designed to run
luminaire operates at full brightness (using the normal switched conventional mains fittings at full brightness even in emergency
mains supply and conventional control gear). In emergency conditions. Static inverters are ideal for projects with large open
conditions the luminaire continues to operate at reduced areas, or hazardous areas requiring higher than normal
brightness (with the emergency lamp being powered from the emergency lighting levels, or for powering compact fluorescent
conversion module instead of the conventional control gear). luminaires where there is often insufficient space within the
Conversion modules are ideal for use with mains luminaires fitting to accommodate a conversion module.
which have louvres with a sharp cut off angle, or for projects
where the mains luminaires have multiple tubes, but only one
3. Static inverter systems operate the emergency luminaires at
tube is required to be illuminated during emergency conditions.
full brightness throughout the emergency autonomy period,
which usually results in significantly improved luminaire spacing
for mains slave luminaires compared with an equivalent low
voltage AC/DC unit. In addition, the combination of higher
supply voltage and the resultant reduced input current reduces
installation costs by allowing the use of smaller distribution
cables than would be required with a lower voltage AC/DC
system.

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System Control and Mode of Operation


It is a requirement of any correctly designed emergency lighting
system that the emergency lighting is activated both in the event
of complete mains failure, and also in the event of a local mains
failure. The emergency lighting system can have luminaires that
are maintained or non-maintained. Similarly, the central battery
unit can also be maintained or non-maintained operation. The
following diagrams explain how activation of the emergency
lighting is achieved, using the main types of central battery
systems.

Central systems with dedicated slave luminaires

9 a. Non-maintained central battery unit with sub-circuit


monitors
With this method, relays are used to monitor the normal
lighting supplies. The contacts of these relays are wired in a
series loop such that in the event of failure of any of the normal
lighting supplies, the loop is broken, sending a signal to the
central battery unit to activate all of the emergency luminaires.
Details of purpose-made remote sub-circuit monitor units can
be found in the Loadstar product section.

Normal mains healthy condition Failure of normal lighting final circuit Total mains failure

KEY
- LIVE
- DEAD

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b. Maintained central battery unit with the maintained circuit


continuously energised
A simple installation where emergency luminaires are
illuminated at all material times irrespective of the status of the
normal lighting. In the event of a complete mains failure, the
slave luminaires are illuminated from the battery supply.

Normal mains healthy condition Failure of normal lighting final circuit Total mains failure

KEY
- LIVE
- DEAD

c. Maintained central battery unit with remote hold off relays


The maintained output from the battery unit is fed to a number In the event of a local mains failure, the relay drops out, the
of remote hold off relays throughout the building. The coil of contacts close and the emergency luminaires in that particular
the hold off relay is connected to the unswitched side of the area are illuminated from the maintained circuit of the battery unit.
local normal lighting supply. Assuming this supply is healthy, In the event of a complete mains failure, the system operates in
the relay will pull in, opening the contacts and preventing a similar manner, except that the slave luminaires are illuminated
power from reaching the slave luminaires. In the event of a from the battery supply. Details of purpose-made remote hold off
local mains failure, the relay drops out, the contacts close and relays can be found in the Loadstar product section.
the emergency luminaires in that particular area are illuminated
from the maintained circuit of the battery unit.

Normal mains healthy condition Failure of normal lighting final circuit Total mains failure

KEY
- LIVE
- DEAD

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Central systems with converted mains luminaires AC/DC


systems

d. Maintained AC/DC central battery with conversion


luminaires
With this option, the normal mains luminaires are fitted with standard mains fitting, powered via a switched live connection
a conversion module, enabling them to also operate as to the mains ballast. Should the normal lighting fail, the relay
emergency luminaires in the event of mains failure. Each within the conversion module drops out, disconnecting the
conversion module includes a changeover relay which, under lamp from the conventional control gear and connecting it to the
normal circumstances, is energised by a permanent supply inverter within the conversion module. This illuminates the lamp
from the unswitched side of the normal lighting circuit. Whilst at reduced brightness. In multi-lamp luminaires, the conversion
energised, it connects the lamp to the conventional mains module only operates a single lamp in the emergency mode. All
control gear within the luminaire allowing it to operate as a other lamps will extinguish upon mains failure.

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Normal mains healthy condition Failure of normal lighting final circuit Total mains failure

OR

KEY
- LIVE
- DEAD
- LIVE VIA INVERTER

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Central systems with converted mains luminaires AC/AC
systems

e. Static inverter unit with conventional mains fittings


A static inverter runs conventional mains luminaires at full Local switching with automatic illumination in the event of mains
brightness during both mains healthy and mains failure failure can be easily achieved by use of the ACM1 module, which
conditions. However, there is usually a requirement for local is purpose-designed for this application. A detailed description of
switching of the luminaires during mains healthy conditions, the ACM1 module, including a typical wiring schematic, can be
with automatic illumination in the event of mains failure. found on page 366.

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Normal mains healthy condition Failure of normal lighting final circuit Total mains failure

OR

KEY
- LIVE
- DEAD
- LIVE VIA INVERTER

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Battery Type
Eaton offers a choice of five different battery types: Each battery type has specific characteristics. In order to assist
• Valve regulated lead acid (10 year design life) with the choice of battery, full details of the characteristics and
benefits can be found in the Loadstar and Static Inverter System
• Valve regulated lead acid (3-5 year design life)
product pages. The table below (fig. 2) provides a comparative
• Vented nickel-cadmium guide to these characteristics.
• High performance plante lead acid The most popular battery type is valve regulated lead acid with a
• Flat plate lead acid 10 year design life. This type of battery is used on approximately
90% of projects due to its competitive cost, good life
characteristics, ease of maintenance and compact size.

Fig 2. Comparison of Battery Characteristics

Valve Regulated Lead Valve Regulated Lead Vented Nickel High Performance Flat Plate
9 Characteristics Acid (10 year life) Acid (3-5 year life) Cadmium Plante Lead Acid Lead Acid
Expected life √√√ √ √√√ √√√ √
Capital cost √√ √√√ √ √ √
Maintenance √√√ √√√ √√ √√ √√
Resistance to damage and abuse √ √ √ √ √
Through life costs √√ √ √√ √√ √√

Battery Room Ventilation


Vented batteries, such as nickel cadmium, plante and flat plate
lead acid emit potentially explosive gases under charge conditions.
Therefore it is important when selecting rooms for emergency
lighting central battery systems with these types of battery, to
calculate the amount of ventilation required. The required number
of air changes per hour (A) is given by the following formula:

A = 0.045 x N x I
V

Where:
N = Number of cells in the battery
V = Volume of room in cubic metres
I = Charge rate in Amperes

This formula will give the number of air changes per hour required
during boost charge conditions. On float charge (systems are
on float charge for most of their service life), the amount of gas
emitted is approximately 1.5% of that liberated whilst on boost
charge and under most circumstances this will be dissipated by
natural ventilation, and will not present a hazard. However, we
recommend that the boost charge condition is allowed for at the
design stage to ensure the appropriate decision on ventilation
requirements is made.
Although Valve Regulated Lead-Acid Batteries require little
ventilation under normal operating conditions, it is good practice to
apply the formula to calculate the number of air changes required
to achieve minimum risk under battery fault or failure conditions.
Please refer to: BS 6133:1995

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System Sizing
When sizing the system, it is important to allow for the full input Therefore, to establish the correct inverter module size, the
requirement of the light fittings rather than the lamp wattages. power factor correction (PFC) rating of the luminaires must be
considered in addition to lamp wattage and control gear losses.
High frequency control gear circuits have excellent PFC ratings,
AC/DC systems usually of around 0.96 to 0.98. This compares with 0.85 to 0.9 for
When using conversion modules fitted to conventional mains equivalent lamp magnetic control gear circuits. Care should be
fittings, the lamp will be illuminated directly from the mains taken when low wattage compact fluorescent lamps are used,
ballast during normal mains healthy operation and via the inverter utilising high frequency gear or high PFC versions where possible.
during emergency conditions. When being driven from the battery Low power factor versions can have PFC ratings of only 0.45 to
unit via the conversion module, the emergency lamp will be 0.5, thereby greatly increasing the inverter rating required for the
illuminated at less than full output, and as a result, the fitting will system. If utilising low voltage lighting powered via step-down
consume a reduced input power. transformers, it is essential to allow for the efficiency and power
factor of the step-down transformers. Table (fig. 3) and graph (fig.
4) illustrate the relationship between wattage and VA rating for a
AC/AC systems typical system. For a detailed explanation of conversion operation,
please refer to page 366. For details of the power consumption of
When utilising a static inverter system, the fitting operates at full
output during both mains healthy and mains failure conditions. slave luminaires and converted luminaires (when operating in the 9
When sizing a suitable static inverter to power a particular load, emergency mode via a conversion module), please refer to
it is important to consider the input VA and the input (not lamp) page 413.
wattage of the emergency luminaires. The total VA requirement
defines the inverter module size, and the total input wattage Note: BS EN 60598-2-22 prohibits the use of glow starters in
defines the battery size. fluorescent luminaires used for emergency lighting.

Fig 3. Typical system. VA rating with and without power factor correction

Qty of VA Rating (Compact lamps VA Rating (Compact


Luminaires Description Total Circuit Watts without PFC) lamps with PFC)
25 1 x 58W T8 (wire wound ballasts) 1725 1925 1925
40 1 x 28W 2D (wire wound ballasts) 1360 2960 1560
15 1 x 16W 2D (wire wound ballasts) 315 690 375
15 1 x 13W TC-D (wire wound ballasts) 270 600 315
5 1 x 40W GLS incandescent 200 200 200
Inverter Rating = 3870 6375 4375

Note: Use of compact fluorescent luminaires with power factor correction (PFC) leads to a reduced inverter module size and therefore savings in
space and capital costs

Fig 4. Typical system. VA rating with and without power factor correction

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Additional Considerations
Spare capacity Fire protection of cables
With any central battery system it is important to bear in mind that Cables should be routed through areas of low fire risk.
it is difficult to extend the system at a later date unless capacity The following cables and wiring systems should be used.
has been allowed for at the design stage. For this reason, we a) Cables with inherently high resistance to attack by fire
would strongly recommend that some spare capacity is included
i) Mineral-insulated copper-sheathed cable in accordance
when selecting the central battery system rating. Our technical
with BS 6207: Part 1
department is available to provide assistance. Contact the Central
System team, Tel: 01302 303317 or E-mail: CBUsystemsUK@ ii) Cable in accordance with BS 6387. The cable should be at
Eaton.com least category B

b) Wiring systems requiring additional fire protection.


i) PVC-insulated cables in accordance with BS 6004 in rigid
conduits
ii) PVC-insulated cables in accordance with BS 6004 in steel
9 conduit
iii) PVC-insulated and sheathed steel wire armoured cable in
accordance with BS 6346 or BS 5467

Systems should be installed in accordance with IEE Regulations


and BS 5266. Additional fire protection may apply. For example, if
cables are buried in the structure of the building.

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Cable sizes Fig 5.
When selecting cable sizes, due regard should be paid to
limitations imposed by voltage drop and physical strength. Each
Nominal Cross Maximum Current Volt per Drop per
conductor shall be of copper, having a nominal cross sectional Sectional Area Rating Metre
area of not less than 1mm2. BS 5266 states that the voltage drop
1.0mm2 14 amps 42mV
in cables connecting a central battery to a slave luminaire should
not exceed 4% of the system nominal voltage at maximum rated 1.5mm2 17 amps 28mV
current. 2.5mm2 24 amps 17mV
Using copper conductors, volts drop can be calculated per pair of 4.0mm2 32 amps 11mV
conductors as shown in table fig. 5. Total volts drop on a circuit 6.0mm2 41 amps 7.1mV
can be calculated according to the formula: 10.0mm2 55 amps 4.2mV
16.0mm2 74 amps 2.7mV

VDT = I x VDM x D
The problems of volt drop can be overcome by:
Where: • Using higher system voltages (= lower currents and therefore 9
VDT = volts drop total lower volt drop)
I = maximum load current • Using larger cables (= lower resistance and therefore lower volt
VDM = volts drop per amp per metre (obtained from fig. 5) drop)
D = cable run in metres • Using multiple outgoing circuits (= less current per circuit and
therefore lower volt drop)

Example:
Fig. 6 and 7 show an example comparison for a central battery
system with a total connected load of 1500W and a 50m run of
16mm2 cable supplying the luminaires.
This example shows that for this configuration, a 230V system
would be most suitable to meet the requirements of BS 5266. The
low current value combined with greater allowable volt drop would
enable much smaller cables to be used.

Fig 6. Fig 7.

24V 50V 110V 230V


Comparison Data System System System System
Max. permissible 0.96V 2.0V 4.4V 9.2V
Volt drop (BS 5266)
Total current for total 62.5A 30A 13.6A 6.52A
connected load of 1500W
Actual volt drop for 16mm2 8.43V 4.05V 1.84V 0.88V
cable with 50m length

The use of larger cables or multiple outgoing circuits may permit the
use of 24, 50 or 110V systems in the above example.

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Loadstar AC/DC Systems

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The Loadstar range of AC/DC central battery units • High specification systems
comply with the latest relevant European and • Fully complies with BS EN50171:2001
British standards. High quality, cost effective units
provide secure sources of emergency power for • Digital display to clearly indicate system status
escape and emergency lighting systems in a wide • Maintained or non-maintained versions with
variety of installations. Many years of experience, 1, 2 or 3 hour duration
gained whilst designing and manufacturing systems • EasiCheck compatible versions available
to customer requirements, have led to the current
• Simple operation and reduced complexity
modular concept based on a basic specification,
combined with a choice from five battery types and • Low maintenance
a number of standard optional extras. This enables • Low running cost
the specifier to choose a standard product and
select optional extras as required to customise the
equipment to meet the project requirements.

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System Operation • Battery Charger


• In mains healthy condition, the system charges the batteries - Solid state, constant voltage charge control module
and stores power, ready for emergency operation - Fully automatic
• In the event of a mains failure, the system provides emergency - Full recharge within 24 hours of a rated discharge
power to dedicated slave or converted mains luminaires,
- Recharge to 80% capacity within 12 hours, complying with
until mains power is restored (or for the rated duration of the
BS EN 50171:2001
system in the event of extended mains failure)
- Manual boost switch on systems with vented battery cells
• Output voltage from the system batteries is 24, 50 or 110V DC
nominal - Current limit facility, preventing overcharging or damage to the
system in the event of battery failure or fault
• Conversion modules or dedicated slave ballasts within the
luminaire convert the output of the central system to operate - Outputs have low AC ripple currents for maximum battery life
the emergency lamp and in compliance with BS EN 50171:2001
• Systems are available with non-maintained or maintained circuit - Input protection by MCB to BS 3871 Part 1 or BS 4752 Part 1
operation
• Battery
• Sub-circuit monitoring and hold off relays can be added to the
9 system to energise the emergency luminaires in the event of a - Systems can be specified with:
localised mains circuit failure • Valve regulated lead acid - 5 year design life
• Converted luminaires have a combined inverter and changeover • Valve regulated lead acid - 10 year design life
relay in each host luminaire • Vented nickel cadmium
• Full detail of modes of operation is shown from page 376 - • High performance plante
379
• Flat plate
- See selection tables/guides for battery characteristics
Dimensions
• Fuse Gear
- Removable industrial HRC fuses, complying with BS 88

• Input Circuits
- Cable entry via removable gland plate on top of cubicle
Cubicle Ref H (mm) W (mm) D (mm) - Single phase 230V ± 10% AC 50Hz supply. Other input
931 1200 715 680 voltages on request
932 1800 715 680
934 1800 1015 680
- Input terminals and MCBs DIN-rail mounted and easily
Dimensions are for guidance only and may be subject to change
accessible

• Load Circuits
- Substantial DIN-rail mounted output terminals
- 2 terminals per output pole for ease of connection of ring or
parallel circuits
- Option of integral distribution board (MCB or HRC fuses)
Standard Specification
• Monitoring Circuits
- Terminals provided for connection of remote monitors and
• Cubicles controls
- 1.6mm zinc coated steel panels with powder coat RAL7032 - Maintained systems have terminals for connection of remote
light pebble grey finish switch or time clock on primary control circuit
- Plinth base feature to prevent build up of moisture/corrosive
materials and aid mechanical handling by fork or pallet truck • Cables
- 3 standard size cubicles, for combined charger/battery, charger - Compliant with BS 6231
only or battery only
- Most systems require only one cubicle. Some larger systems • Transformer
are housed in multiple sets (see selection tables) - Double wound with earth screen to BS 171
- Electrical control gear and battery compartments are
segregated, with lockable access door(s) • Rectifier
- Battery compartments supplied, where appropriate, with - Full wave controlled thyristor/diode bridge
separate tiered sections to enable ease of electrolyte level
inspection • Contactor
- Separate fixed fascia panel for mounting control/display panel - Mains failure contactor to BS 5424 Part 1
- Option of open battery racks on larger systems
• Temperature Compensation
- All lead acid cell systems supplied with transducer to monitor
battery compartment temperature
- Chargers pre-set for optimum performance in 20°C ambient
- Charging voltage automatically adjusted to optimise battery life

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• Low Battery Voltage Disconnect Circuit Installation Notes
- Fitted as standard to lead acid cell systems • A full set of installation, operating and maintenance
- Automatically disconnects load from battery when battery instructions is supplied with each system to assist the installer
voltage falls below pre-set level, during extended periods of carry out the work efficiently and safely
mains supply failure • Adequate ventilation has been provided in the cubicle to allow
- Helps prevent potential damage from deep discharge a safe dispersal of gases but it is important to remember that
when choosing where to locate systems, particularly those
- Indicator remains lit until mains power restored and reset
with large batteries, attention must be paid to ensuring a build-
pressed
up of potentially explosive gases is avoided
• Test Push Button • Please refer to the system design (see page 380) section for
details of ventilation calculations
- Simulates a mains failure
• Warning notices should be displayed on entry doors to battery
• Metering and Display Panel rooms:
- Simple and easy to read status display BATTERY ROOM. EXTINGUISH ALL NAKED LIGHTS BEFORE
ENTERING. NO SMOKING
- LCD meter indicating battery voltage, battery current or battery
compartment temperature. Voltage is default, others displayed 9
using push buttons. Display mode indicated by LED:
• Volts
• Amps
• Temperature - lead acid batteries only
- Charger indication LEDs
• Power On
• Maintained Lights (maintained systems only)
• Float Mode
• Current Limit
• Full Charge
• Boost mode (vented battery systems only)
- Alarm indication LEDs
• Mains Fail
• Charge Fail
• Battery High Volts
• Battery Low Volts
• DC Earth Fault
• Deep Discharge Protection (protection circuit has operated)
- Audible alarm fitted internally, with mute button on display,
plus common volt free contacts for remote signalling of a fault
condition and terminals for optional remote alarm unit

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Factory Fitted Options Remote Mounted Options


• Dual Output Options • Remote Alarm Unit
- Separate circuits on maintained systems for non-maintained - Visual and audible indication of system fault
and maintained luminaires/exit signs - Sounder mute facility
- Suffix - MNM - Surface mounting dimensions: (H)114 x (L)114 x (D)25mm
- Suffix - RAU2
• 3 Phase Failure Monitor
- Detects phase failure and energises output from the battery • Sub Circuit Monitor
- Suffix - P - Non load switching
- Monitors mains lighting circuits. Provides signal to central
battery unit in the event of a sub circuit failure
• Multi-way Sub Circuit Monitor
- Standard units available to monitor 4, 8 or 12 sub circuits
- Detects mains lighting circuit failure and energises output from
the battery - Multiple units can be used if more than 12 circuits require
monitoring
- Monitoring relays fitted inside cubicle and require supply from
9 each mains lighting circuit - A keyswitch can be fitted if required, to enable simple testing
by authorised user
- Suffix - xMPF (x = number of circuits)
- Unit dimensions: H250 x L265 x D130mm

• Integral Distribution Board • Hold Off Relay Monitors


- For output load circuits. MCB or HRC fuses - Load switching
- Used to hold off maintained output from central battery unit,
• Fire Alarm Relay providing non-maintained luminaire operation
- Input contacts from building fire alarm panel - Monitors mains lighting circuits. In the event of a sub circuit
- Energises output from the battery when alarm signal received failure, contactor drops out, allowing the maintained supply to
energise the emergency luminaires
- Standard units available to monitor 4, 8 or 12 sub circuits
- A keyswitch can be fitted if required, to enable simple testing
by authorised user
- Unit dimensions: H250 x L265 x D130mm

Catalogue Numbers
Number of Ways Cat No of Sub Circuit Cat No of Hold Off
Monitored Monitor Relay Monitor
4 1SCM4 1HOR4
8 1SCM8 1HOR8
12 1SCM12 1HOR12

Use suffix /TS for addition of a test keyswitch, /NI for indicator, /RT for
run on timer and /EC for EasiCheck
SCM and HOR units are designed to accept a single common neutral
per enclosure, all monitored circuits connected to an individual unit
must share a common neutral.
Hold off relay monitor

Typical sub-circuit monitor arrangement Typical hold off relay arrangement

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Systems with Valve Regulated Lead Acid Batteries
• Compact • Available with 3-5 year or 10 year design life batteries
• Reliable • Low battery voltage disconnect circuit fitted as standard
• Cost effective • Charger temperature compensation fitted as standard
• Maintenance free

Selection Table: SLR Range - 10 year design life batteries

1 Hour 2 Hour 3 Hour


System Reference Volts Watts Amps Watts Amps Watts Amps Cubicle
SLR24/20* 24 250 10.6 152 6.4 110 4.7 †930
SLR24/28* 24 344 14.8 198 8.5 146 6.2 †930
SLR24/40* 24 572 24.7 326 14.0 243 10.4 †930
SLR24/75* 24 854 37.0 490 21.0 364 15.6 †930
SLR24/95* 24 1142 49.4 653 28.1 485 20.8 †930
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SLR24/120* 24 1392 60.8 826 35.8 605 26.0 †931
SLR24/150* 24 1882 81.6 1104 47.6 797 34.1 †931
SLR24/200* 24 2285 98.7 1306 56.2 970 41.6 †931
SLR24/260* 24 3230 138.0 1695 69.0 2343 58.4 †932
SLR24/300* 24 3677 156.0 2123 90.8 1556 65.0 †932

SLR50/20* 50 500 10.6 303 6.4 220 4.7 †931


SLR50/28* 50 687 14.8 396 8.5 292 6.2 †931
SLR50/40* 50 1144 24.7 653 14.0 486 10.4 †931
SLR50/75* 50 1708 37.0 979 21.0 728 15.6 †931
SLR50/95* 50 2285 49.4 1306 28.1 970 20.8 †931
SLR50/120* 50 2734 60.8 1651 35.8 1210 26.0 †932
SLR50/150* 50 3763 81.6 2208 47.6 1594 34.1 †932
SLR50/200* 50 4570 98.7 2611 56.2 1939 41.6 †932
SLR50/260* 50 6461 138.0 3389 69.0 2733 58.4 †934
SLR50/300* 50 7354 156.0 4246 90.8 3111 65.0 †934

SLR110/20* 110 1126 10.6 682 6.4 496 4.7 †931


SLR110/28* 110 1547 14.8 890 8.5 657 6.2 †931
SLR110/40* 110 2575 24.7 1469 14.0 1093 10.4 †932
SLR110/75* 110 3845 37.0 2203 21.0 1637 15.6 †932
SLR110/95* 110 5141 49.4 2938 28.1 2182 20.8 †932
SLR110/120* 110 6264 60.8 3715 35.8 2722 26.0 †934
SLR110/150* 110 8467 81.6 4968 47.6 3586 34.1 †934
SLR110/200* 110 10282 98.7 5875 56.2 4363 41.6 †934
SLR110/260* 110 14537 138.0 7325 69.0 6150 58.4 †932 + 932
SLR110/300* 110 16546 156.0 9554 90.8 6950 65.0 †932 + 934

* Specify /NM1, /NM2, /NM3, /M1, /M2 or /M3 as appropriate † See page 390 for cubical dimensions

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Systems with Vented Nickel Cadmium Batteries


• Extremely robust over a wide temperature range • Resistant to electrical and mechanical abuse
• Reliable, with a 25 year service life • Can be stored in any state of charge without damage
• Good “through life” costs • Automatic and manual boost circuits fitted as standard

Selection Guide: NC Range

1 Hour 2 Hour 3 Hour


System Reference Volts Watts Amps Watts Amps Watts Amps No of Cells
NC24 Series 24 186 - 3078 7.7 – 126.9 118 - 1979 4.9 – 82.1 83 - 137 3.4 – 57.1 20

NC50 Series 50 389 - 6412 7.7 – 126.9 246 - 4122 4.9 – 82.1 174 - 2872 3.4 – 57.1 42

NC110 Series 110 855 - 14106 7.7 – 126.9 542 - 9070 4.9 – 82.1 383 - 6319 3.4 – 57.1 92

9 This table provides only an overview of possible system configurations. Contact our central systems technical sales department for full details,
including cubicle types required. Non-maintained or maintained operation can be specified on all systems

Systems with High Performance Plante Batteries


• 25 year service life • Low battery voltage disconnect circuit fitted as standard
• Reliable • Charger temperature compensation fitted as standard
• Retains virtually full capacity throughout design life

Selection Guide: HP Range

1 Hour 2 Hour 3 Hour


System Reference Volts Watts Amps Watts Amps Watts Amps No of Cells
HP24 Series 24 236 - 2379 10.0 -102.2 148 - 1474 6.3 - 61.8 111 - 1111 4.6 - 46.2 13

HP50 Series 50 473 - 4758 10.0 - 02.2 296 - 2948 6.3 - 61.8 223 - 2215 4.6 - 46.2 26

HP110 Series 110 1001 - 10065 10.0 - 02.2 627 - 6237 6.3 - 61.8 473 - 4686 4.6 - 46.2 55

This table provides only an overview of possible system configurations. Contact our central systems technical sales department for full details,
including cubicle types required. Non-maintained or maintained operation can be specified on all systems.

Systems with Flat Plate Batteries


• 10 year service life
• Low battery voltage disconnect circuit fitted as standard
• Charger temperature compensation fitted as standard

Selection Guide: HP Range

1 Hour 2 Hour 3 Hour


System Reference Volts Watts Amps Watts Amps Watts Amps No of Cells
FP24 Series 24 247 - 1482 10.6 - 63.6 164 - 983 6.6 - 39.6 122 - 733 5.0 - 30.0 13

FP50 Series 50 475 - 2850 10.6 - 63.6 315 - 1890 6.6 - 39.6 235 - 1410 5.0 - 30.0 26

FP110 Series 110 1045 - 6270 10.6 - 63.6 693 - 4158 6.6 - 39.6 517 - 3102 5.0 - 30.0 55

This table provides only an overview of possible system configurations. Contact our central systems technical sales department for full details,
including cubicle types required. Non-maintained or maintained operation can be specified on all systems

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Peninsula College of Medicine & Dentistry
Devon

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Economy AC/DC

Economy AC/DC
RRAN
WA

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A YEAR
TY
W

RRAN

Where the benefits of central control and • Competitive central battery system
maintenance are desired in small premises, the • Compact wall mounted cubicle
Economy range of central battery systems provides
a competitive solution. The compact wall mounted • Maintained and non-maintained mode options
cubicle can be unobtrusively mounted in non-public • Maintenance free valve regulated lead acid
areas, in buildings such as restaurants, pubs and batteries
community centres. All units have a 24V nominal • Choice of battery design life - 3 to 5 or 10 years
output, with different output rating options to suit
• DC power supply unit option
a wide range of applications. Available with 1 or 3
hour duration and non-maintained or maintained • Low maintenance
operation, all units are supplied with maintenance • Low cost
free valve regulated lead acid batteries. Offering
reliability and non-disruptive maintenance, Economy
systems offer a viable alternative to self contained
emergency lighting.

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Specification • Indicators
• Battery Charger - Simple status display
- Solid state, constant voltage charge control module - Indication lamps
- Fully automatic • Power On
- Full recharge within 24 hours of a rated discharge • Maintained Lights (maintained systems only)
- Current limit facility, preventing overcharging or damage
to the system in the event of battery failure or fault • Cubicles
- Input protection by fuse to BS88 - 1.2mm zinc coated steel panels with powder coat RAL7032
light pebble grey finish
• Battery - Wall mounting design
- Valve regulated lead acid - Access to charger and battery via removable cover
- Choice of 3 to 5, or 10 year design life

• Input Circuits
Dimensions
- Cable entries on top of cubicle 9
- Single phase 230V ± 10% AC 50Hz supply
- Input terminals and fuse DIN-rail mounted and easily accessible
H (mm) W (mm) D (mm)
• Load Circuits 450 745 270

- Substantial DIN-rail mounted output terminals


- Optional double pole HRC fuses

• Monitoring Circuits
- Terminals provided for connection of remote switch on
maintained units

• Cables Installation Notes


- Compliant with BS6231 • A full set of installation, operating and maintenance
instructions is supplied with each system to assist the installer
• Transformer carry out the work efficiently and safely
- Double wound with earth screen to BS171 • Adequate ventilation has been provided in the cubicle to allow
a safe dispersal of gases but it is important to remember that
• Rectifier when choosing where to locate systems, particularly those
- Full wave controlled thyristor/diode bridge with large batteries, attention must be paid to ensuring a build-
up of potentially explosive gases is avoided
• Low Battery Voltage Disconnect Circuit • Refer to the system design (see page 373) section for
- Automatically disconnects load from battery in the event of ventilation calculations
extended mains failure • Warning notices should be displayed on entry doors to battery
- Helps prevent potential damage of deep discharge rooms:
- Automatically resets when mains supply is restored BATTERY ROOM. EXTINGUISH ALL NAKED LIGHTS BEFORE
ENTERING. NO SMOKING

Options
• Customised versions suitable for use as DC power supplies
- Factory modification to operate as a DC power supply with
battery backup
- Suitable as power supply to door release units, relay coils etc
- Custom designed to meet specific requirements
Selection Table: SLA Range

1 Hour 3 Hours
System Reference Volts Watts Amps Watts Amps Battery Life
SLA24/10* 24 141 6.1 61 2.6 3-5 Yr
SLA24/15* 24 211 9.1 92 3.9 3-5 Yr
SLA24/24* 24 337 14.5 147 6.3 3-5 Yr
SLA24/38* 24 534 23.0 233 10.0 3-5 Yr
SLA24/65* 24 720 30.0 399 17.1 3-5 Yr

SLAR24/24* 24 337 14.5 147 6.3 10 Yr


SLAR24/38* 24 534 23.0 233 10.0 10 Yr
SLAR24/65* 24 720 30.0 399 17.1 10 Yr

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Loadstar AC/AC Systems

RRAN
WA

TY

A YEAR
TY
W

RRAN

The Loadstar range of AC/AC static inverter • BSI Kitemarked for peace of mind
units offer the opportunity to create a discreet • Cost effective modular design
emergency lighting system, utilising suitable
standard mains luminaires without modification. • Standard mains luminaires used for emergency
lighting
Small or decorative compact fluorescent luminaires
can also be easily incorporated. Loadstar AC/ • Fully complies with BS EN50171:2001
AC systems offer many benefits, including • Digital display to clearly indicate system status
higher light levels in emergency mode, as all
• EasiCheck compatible versions available
lamps in the luminaire are usually energised by
the emergency supply. Mains voltage and lower • Low maintenance
currents enable cables of smaller cross sectional • Low running cost due to passive stand-by
area to be used with low voltage AC/DC systems, operation
without unacceptable levels of voltage drop. The • Three phase systems available
proven and reliable modular design ensures a cost
effective emergency lighting solution.

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System Operation Standard Specification


• In mains healthy condition, the system charges the batteries • Cubicles
and stores power, ready for emergency operation - 1.6mm zinc coated steel panels with powder coat RAL7032
• In mains healthy condition, the power to luminaires designated light pebble grey finish
for emergency use is supplied from the normal mains, via a by- - Plinth base feature to prevent build up of moisture/corrosive
pass contactor inside the cubicle. This may be switched, using materials and aid mechanical handling by fork or pallet truck - 3
a “maintained lights” switch (optional extra) or by use of a standard size cubicles, for combined charger/inverter/battery,
remote switch connected to terminals provided charger/inverter only or battery only
• Local change-over switching can be achieved using an ACM1 - Small systems require only one cubicle. Larger systems
module, controlling single or multiple luminaires (if fed from housed in multiple sets (see selection tables)
common switched mains supply - max load 750VA). The
- Electrical control gear and battery compartments are
system will then supply normal mains power or emergency
segregated, with lockable access door(s)
power via the inverter, dependant on status of mains supply at
the static inverter - Battery compartments supplied, where appropriate with
separate tiered sections, to enable ease of electrolyte level
• In the event of a mains failure, the system provides emergency
inspection
power to dedicated mains slave or designated standard mains
9 luminaires, until mains power is restored (or for the rated - Separate fixed facia panel for mounting control/display panel
duration of the system in the event of extended mains failure) - Option of open battery racks on larger systems
• Output voltage, from the system via the inverter, is 230V AC
nominal • Battery Charger
• Standard mains luminaires require no modification to operate - Solid state, constant voltage charge control module
with the static inverter (unless ACM1 change-over module is
fitted integrally). All lamps in multi-lamp luminaires will be lit - Fully automatic
during mains failure, unless separate control gear is provided - Full recharge within 24 hours of a rated discharge
for individual lamps - Recharge to 80% capacity within 12 hours, complying with
• Sub-circuit monitoring and hold off relays can be added to the BS EN 50171:2001
system to energise the emergency luminaires in the event of a - Manual boost switch on systems with vented battery cells
localised mains circuit failure, if the ACM1 module is not used
- Current limit facility, preventing overcharging or damage to the
• Full detail of ACM1 module is shown on page 366 system in the event of battery failure or fault
- Outputs have low AC ripple currents for maximum battery life
and in compliance with BS EN 50171:2001
- Input protection by MBC to BS 3871 Part 1 or BS 4752 Part 1
Dimensions
• Battery
- Systems can be specified with:
• Valve regulated lead acid
• Vented nickel cadmium
• High performance plante
Cubicle Ref H (mm) W (mm) D (mm) - See selection tables/guides for battery characteristics
931 1200 715 755
932 1800 715 755
934 1800 1015 755 • Fusegear
Depth of 931/2/4 includes a 75mm spacer fitted to - Removable industrial HRC fuses, complying with BS 88
back, to ensure ventilation grilles are not obstructed.
Dimensions are for guidance only and may be
subject to change.
• Input Circuits
- Cable entry via removable gland plate on top of cubicle
- Single phase 230V ± 10% AC 50Hz supply. Other input
voltages on request
- Input terminals and MBC’s DIN-rail mounted and easily
accessible
Energy Efficient Standby Operation
The Loadstar range of AC/AC static inverter systems are designed • Load Circuits
specifically for long term sustainability, reduced carbon footprint
and reduced running cost without compromising on the products - Substantial DIN rail mounted output terminals
performance criteria. Due to the passive stand-by operation of - Option of integral distribution board (MCB or HRC fuses)
the inverter only operating when required, the quiescent running
power is minimised while maximising equipment lifetime and • Output
reduced running cost. - Systems are available in single phase and true three phase
(three phase + neutral) output
- Standard systems offered are designed to 0.85 power factor,
however unity power factor systems are available on request
- Option for 50Hz or 60Hz

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Standard Specification cont’d • Metering and Display Panel
• Monitoring Circuits Simple and easy to read status display
- Terminals provided for connection of remote monitors and - LCD meter indicating battery voltage, battery current or battery
controls compartment temperature. Voltage is default, others displayed
using push buttons. Display mode indicated by LED:
• Cables • Volts
- Compliant with BS 6231 • Amps
• Temperature - lead acid batteries only
• Transformer
- Charger indication LEDs
- Double wound with earth screen to BS 171
• Power On
• Rectifier • Maintained Lights (maintained systems only)
- Full wave controlled thyristor/diode bridge • Float Mode
• Current Limit
• Contactor • Full Charge
- Mains failure contactor to BS5424 Part 1 • Boost mode (vented battery systems only)
9
- Alarm indication LEDs
• Temperature Compensation
• Mains Fail
- All lead acid cell systems supplied with transducer to monitor
battery compartment temperature • Charge Fail
- Chargers pre-set for optimum performance in 20°C ambient • Battery High Volts
- Charging voltage automatically adjusted to optimise battery life • Battery Low Volts
• DC Earth Fault
• Low Battery Voltage Disconnect Circuit • Deep Discharge Protection (protection circuit has operated)
- Automatically shuts down the inverter when battery voltage - Inverter indication LEDs
falls below pre-set level, during extended periods of mains • Inverter Running
supply failure • Inverter Overload (optional alarm package)
- Helps prevent potential damage from deep discharge • Inverter High Volts (optional alarm package)
- Indicator remains lit until mains power restored and reset • Inverter Low Volts (optional alarm package)
pressed
- Audible alarm fitted internally, with mute button on display plus
common volt free contacts for remote signalling of a fault
• Inverter condition and terminals for optional remote alarm unit
- Extensively proven and reliable modular design
- Systems with ratings up to 4 kVA incorporate a single module
rated at 1.25 kVA, 2.5 kVA or 4 kVA
- Larger systems utilise multiple modules in parallel to provide a
single common output, equal to sum of individual ratings
- Complies fully with BS EN50171:2001
- Modules can be quickly and easily removed/replaced, aiding
installation and maintenance
- See table for detailed technical specification

• Test Push Button


- Simulates a mains failure

• Frequency
- 50 Hz +/- 0.01% (60 Hz option)

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Inverter Technical Specification

Output Voltage Pre-settable in the range 220-240V AC. Default setting is 230V AC. Voltage
tolerance is 2% on loads of 0-100% of system rating
Frequency 50 or 60Hz. ±0.01%. Standard setting 50Hz. Waveform: Sinusoidal
Voltage Regulation Static 2%, dynamic 6%
Isolation 2kv rms between input and output terminals
Total Harmonic Less than 3% into a linear load
Distortion
Power Factor Will supply loads in the 0.3 lag - 0.3 lead range
Overload voltage 200% for 10 seconds, 125% for 20 minutes without reduction in output
Start-up time Standard 30mS soft start
Noise Level Less than 55dBA at 1 metre
Efficiency 85 - 89%
Protection DC input and AC output MCBs
DC input reverse polarity protection
Short circuit protection
Pre-charge protection fuse

9 Low Voltage Shut


Reverse-fed mains proof
Inverter module(s) automatically shut down when battery discharges to a pre-set
down level. Re-set is following a combination of the restoration of the mains supply and an
increase in battery voltage above the disconnect threshold level
 Residual current drain when the disconnect circuit has operated is less than 1mA
per module
Inhibit An inhibit switch to control the inverter is fitted on a user control pcb in the cubicle
Technology Pulse width modulation with high frequency switching

Installation Notes System Design


• Note - BS EN 60598-2-22 prohibits the use of glow starters in • To ensure a suitably rated system is selected, list the
fluorescent luminaires used for emergency lighting. luminaires to be used, with their characteristics, to determine
• A full set of installation, operating and maintenance the wattage and VA power rating of the required inverter
instructions is supplied with each system to assist the installer • Where possible, utilise luminaires with high frequency control
carry out the work efficiently and safely gear, compact fluorescent luminaires with high power factor
• Adequate ventilation has been provided in the cubicle to allow correction, or dedicated 230V AC mains slave luminaires, to
a safe dispersal of gases but it is important to remember that minimise the required VA rating of the inverter
when choosing where to locate systems, particularly those • Using uncorrected compact fluorescent luminaires with poor
with large batteries, attention must be paid to ensuring a build- power factor, will increase the size of inverter module required,
up of potentially explosive gases is avoided leading to increased capital cost and space requirements
• Please refer to the system design (see page 380) section for • See page 381 for an example of determining the required
details of ventilation calculations inverter rating
• Warning notices should be displayed on entry doors to battery • For details of static inverter systems with ratings above those
rooms: listed, please contact our central systems technical sales
BATTERY ROOM. EXTINGUISH ALL NAKED LIGHTS BEFORE department
ENTERING. NO SMOKING • It should be noted that multiple smaller units can often be more
cost effective than a single large system. Distribution costs can
be substantially reduced by locating units throughout a large
building
• BS EN 60598-2-22 prohibits the use of glow starters in
fluorescent luminaires used for emergency lighting
• Note - systems specified for emergency lighting use should not
have other services connected to them

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Factory Fitted Options Remote Mounted Options
• 3 Phase Failure Monitor • Remote Alarm Unit
- Detects phase failure and energises the inverter from the - Visual and audible indication of system fault
battery supply - Sounder mute facility
- Suffix - PM - Surface mounting dimensions: H114 x L114 x D25mm
- Catalogue Number - RAU-2V1
• Multi-way Sub Circuit Monitor
- Detects mains lighting circuit failure and energises the inverter • Sub Circuit Monitor
from the battery supply
- Non load switching
- Monitoring relays fitted inside cubicle and require supply from
- Monitors mains lighting circuits. Provides signal to central
each mains lighting circuit
battery unit in the event of a sub circuit failure
- Suffix - xMPF (x = number of circuits)
- Standard units available to monitor 4, 8 or 12 sub circuits
- Multiple units can be used if more than 12 circuits require
monitoring
Remote Alarm Unit
- A keyswitch can be fitted if required to enable simple testing 9
by authorised user
- Unit dimensions: (H)250 x (L)265 x (D)130mm

• Hold Off Relay Monitors


- Load switching
- Used to hold off maintained output from static inverter unit,
providing non-maintained luminaire operation
- Monitors mains lighting circuits. In the event of a sub circuit
failure, contactor drops out, allowing the maintained supply to
energise the emergency luminaires
- Standard units available to monitor 4, 8 or 12 sub circuits,
however monitors are available with up-to 24 circuits
- A keyswitch or supply healthy indicator can be fitted if required
to enable simple testing by authorised user and visual
indication of the supply condition
- Unit dimensions: H250 x L265 x D130mm
Typical sub-circuit monitor arrangement
L1
L2
L3
L4
N

L1
L2
L3
L4
N

230V 50Hz
Catalogue Numbers
MONITORED
SUPPLY
Number of ways Cat No of Cat No of Hold Off
UNUSED INPUTS
MUST HAVE A LIVE
monitored Sub Circuit Monitor Relay Monitor
CONNECTION
4 1SCM4 1HOR4
8 1SCM8 1HOR8
12 1SCM12 1HOR12
S1019

S1019
N

N
L

L
N/0

N/0
COM

COM

Use suffix /TS for addition of a test keyswitch, /NI for addition of supply
LOOP OUT

LOOP IN
LOOP OUT
LOOP IN

healthy indicator, /RT for addition of run on timer.


TO NEXT MONITOR
OR CENTRAL BATTERY
SYSTEM
SCM and HOR units are designed to accept a single common neutral
per enclosure, all monitored circuits connected to an individual unit
must share a common neutral.
Typical hold off relay arrangement

N
230V 50Hz L4
MONITORED L3
SUPPLY
L2
L1
UNUSED INPUTS TEST KEY
MUST HAVE A LIVE SWITCH
CONNECTION C1

C1-1
+/L +/L
FROM CENTRAL
BATTERY SYSTEM TO LUMINAIRES
C1-2
OR STATIC INVERTER -/N -/N

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Selection Table: AC/AC SLR Range, 0.85 Power Factor

System Reference Inverter Power Output Cubicle Arrangement


230V in / 230V out Rating (kVA) Watts (W) 1 Hour Autonomy 2 Hr Autonomy 3 Hr Autonomy
AC1KVA/850/SLR* 1 850 931CBI 931CBI 931CBI
AC2KVA/1700/SLR* 2 1700 931CBI 932CBI 932CBI
AC2.5KVA/2125/SLR* 2.5 2125 931CBI 932CBI 932CBI
AC3KVA/2550/SLR* 3 2550 932CBI 932CBI 932CBI
AC4KVA/3400/SLR* 4 3400 932CBI 932CBI 934CBI
AC5KVA/4250/SLR* 5 4250 934CBI 934CBI 934CBI
AC6KVA/5100/SLR* 6 5100 934CBI 934CBI 932CI + 932B3
AC7.5KVA/6375/SLR* 7.5 6375 934CBI 932CI + 932B3 932CI + 934B2
AC8KVA/6800/SLR* 8 6800 934CBI 932CI + 932B3 932CI + 934B3
AC9KVA/7650/SLR* 9 7650 932CI + 932B3 932CI + 934B2 932CI + 934B3
AC10KVA/8500/SLR* 10 8500 932CI + 932B3 932CI + 934B2 932CI + 934B3
AC11KVA/9350/SLR* 11 9350 932CI + 932B3 932CI + 934B3 932CI + 2 x 932B3
AC12KVA/10200/SLR* 12 10200 932CI + 932B3 932CI + 934B3 932CI + 2 x 932B3
AC13KVA/11050/SLR* 13 11050 932CI + 932B3 932CI + 934B3 932CI + 932B3 + 934B3
9 AC14KVA/11900/SLR*
AC15KVA/12750/SLR*
14
15
11900
12750
932CI + 932B3
932CI + 932B3
932CI + 934B3
932CI + 2 x 932B3
932CI + 932B3 + 934B3
932CI + 932B3 + 934B3
AC16KVA/13600/SLR* 16 13600 932CI + 934B2 932CI + 2 x 932B3 932CI + 2 x 934B3
AC17.5KVA/14875/SLR* 17.5 14875 934CI + 934B2 934CI + 934B3 + 932B1 934CI + 3 x 932B3
AC18KVA/15300/SLR* 18 15300 934CI + 934B2 934CI + 934B3 + 932B3 934CI + 3 x 932B3
AC19KVA/16150/SLR* 19 16150 934CI + 934B2 934CI + 934B3 + 932B3 934CI + 2 x 934B3
AC20KVA/17000/SLR* 20 17000 934CI + 934B3 934CI + 2 x 934B2 934CI + 932B3 + 2 x 934B3
AC21KVA/17850/SLR* 21 17850 934CI + 932B3 + 932B1 934CI + 2 x 934B2 934CI + 932B3 + 2 x 934B3
AC22KVA/18700/SLR* 22 18700 934CI + 932B3 + 932B1 934CI + 3 x 932B3 934CI + 932B2 + 2 x 934B3
AC23KVA/19550/SLR* 23 19550 934CI + 932B3 + 932B1 934CI + 3 x 932B3 934CI + 932B2 + 2 x 934B3
AC24KVA/20400/SLR* 24 20400 934CI + 934B3 934CI + 3 x 932B3 934CI + 2 x 934B3 + 932B2
AC25KVA/21250/SLR* 25 21250 934FC + 932I + 934B3 934FC + 932I + 3 x 932B3 934FC + 932I + 2 x 934B3 +
932B3
System Reference Inverter Power Output Cubicle Arrangement
400V in / 400V out Rating (kVA) Watts (W) 1 Hour Autonomy 2 Hr Autonomy 3 Hr Autonomy
AC26KVA/22100/SLR*/TPN4W 26 22100 934FC + 934I + 2 x 932B3 934FC + 934I + 2 x 934B3 934FC + 934I + 2 x 934B3 + 2
x 932B3
AC28KVA/23800/SLR*/TPN4W 28 23800 934FC + 934I + 934B3 + 932B1 934FC + 934I + 2 x 934B3 934FC + 934I + 3 x 934B3
+ 932B3
AC30KVA/25500/SLR*/TPN4W 30 25500 934FC + 934I + 2 x 932B3 934FC + 934I + 2 x 934B3 934FC + 934I + 4 x 934B3
+ 932B2
AC32KVA/27200/SLR*/TPN4W 32 27200 934FC + 934I + 934B3 + 932B3 934FC + 934I + 2 x 934B3 934FC + 934I + 4 x 934B3
+ 932B2
AC34KVA/28900/SLR*/TPN4W 34 28900 934FC + 934I + 934B3 + 932B3 934FC + 934I + 2 x 934B3 934FC + 934I + 4 x 934B3 +
+ 932B3 934B1
AC36KVA/30600/SLR*/TPN4W 36 30600 934FC + 934I + 934B3 + 932B3 934FC + 934I + 2 x 934B3 934FC + 934I + 4 x 934B3 +
+ 932B3 934B1
AC38KVA/32300/SLR*/TPN4W 38 32300 934FC + 2 x 932I + 934B3 + 932B3 934FC + 2 x 932I + 3 x 934B3 934FC + 2 x 932I + 4 x 934B3
+ 934B1
AC40KVA/34000/SLR*/TPN4W 40 34000 934FC + 2 x 932I + 2 x 934B3 934FC + 2 x 932I + 3 x 934B3 934FC + 2 x 932I + 5 x 934B3
AC42KVA/35700/SLR*/TPN4W 42 35700 934FC + 2 x 932I + 3 x 932B3 934FC + 2 x 932I + 4 x 934B3 934FC + 2 x 932I + 3 x 934B3
+ 3 x 932B3
AC44KVA/37400/SLR*/TPN4W 44 37400 934FC + 2 x 932I + 3 x 932B3 934FC + 2 x 932I + 4 x 934B3 934FC + 2 x 932I + 5 x 934B3
AC46KVA/39100/SLR*/TPN4W 46 39100 934FC + 2 x 932I + 3 x 932B3 934FC + 2 x 932I + 4 x 934B3 934FC + 2 x 932I + 3 x 934B3
+ 934B1 + 3 x 932B3
AC48KVA/40800/SLR*/TPN4W 48 40800 934FC + 2 x 932I + 2 x 934B3 + 934FC + 2 x 932I + 4 x 934B3 934FC + 2 x 932I + 6 x 934B3
932B3 + 934B1
AC50KVA/42500/SLR*/TPN4W 50 42500 934FC + 934I + 932I + 2 x 934B3 934FC + 934I + 932I + 4 x 934FC + 934I + 932I + 6 x
+ 932B3 934B3 + 934B1 934B3
AC52KVA/44200/SLR*/TPN4W 52 44200 934FC + 934I + 932I + 2 x 934B3 934FC + 934I + 932I + 4 x 934FC + 934I + 932I + 4 x
+ 932B3 934B3 + 934B1 934B3 + 4 x 932B3
AC54KVA/45900/SLR*/TPN4W 54 45900 934FC + 934I + 932I + 2 x 934B3 934FC + 934I + 932I + 4 x 934FC + 934I + 932I + 4 x
+ 932B2 934B3 + 934B1 934B3 + 4 x 932B3
AC56KVA/47600/SLR*/TPN4W 56 47600 934FC + 934I + 932I + 2 x 934B3 934FC + 934I + 932I + 5 x 934FC + 934I + 932I + 4 x
+ 932B2 934B3 934B3 + 4 x 932B3
AC58KVA/49300/SLR*/TPN4W 58 49300 934FC + 934I + 932I + 2 x 934B3 934FC + 934I + 932I + 4 x 934FC + 934I + 932I + 4 x
+ 932B2 934B3 + 934B1 934B3 + 4 x 932B3
AC60KVA/51000/SLR*/TPN4W 60 51000 934FC + 934I + 932I + 2 x 934B3 934FC + 934I + 932I + 4 x 934FC + 934I + 932I + 4 x
+ 932B3 934B3 + 934B1 934B3 + 4 x 932B3

* Denotes the system autonomy i.e. AC1KVA/850/SLR3 = 3Hr Backup Autonomy


≈ Denotes cubicles size/quantity information is available on application
NOTE: The above solutions may change dependant on batteries availability

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Selection Table: AC/AC SLR Range, Unity Power Factor

Inverter Power Output Cubicle Arrangement


System Reference Rating (kVA) Watts (W) 1 Hour Autonomy 2 Hr Autonomy 3 Hr Autonomy
AC1KVA/1000/SLR3* 1.0 1000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC2KVA/2000/SLR* 2.0 2000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC2.5KVA/2500/SLR* 2.5 2500 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC3KVA/3000/SLR* 3.0 3000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC4KVA/4000/SLR* 4.0 4000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC5KVA/5000/SLR* 5.0 5000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC6KVA/6000/SLR* 6.0 6000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC7.5KVA/7500/SLR* 7.5 7500 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC8KVA/8000/SLR* 8.0 8000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC9KVA/7650/SLR* 9.0 9000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC10KVA/1000/SLR* 10.0 10000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC11KVA/11000/SLR* 11.0 11000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC12KVA/12000/SLR* 12.0 12000 ≈ ≈ ≈
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AC13KVA/13000/SLR* 13.0 13000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC14KVA/14000/SLR* 14.0 14000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC15KVA/15000/SLR* 15.0 15000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC16KVA/16000/SLR* 16.0 16000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC17.5KVA17500/SLR* 17.5 17500 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC18KVA/18000/SLR* 18.0 18000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC19KVA/19000/SLR* 19.0 19000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC20KVA/20000/SLR* 20.0 20000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC21KVA/21000/SLR* 21.0 21000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC22KVA/22000/SLR* 22.0 22000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC23KVA/23000/SLR* 23.0 23000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC24KVA/24000/SLR* 24.0 24000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC25KVA/25000/SLR* 25.0 25000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC26KVA/26000/SLR* 26.0 26000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC28KVA/28000/SLR* 28.0 28000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC30KVA/30000/SLR* 30.0 30000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC32KVA/32000/SLR* 32.0 32000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC34KVA/34000/SLR* 34.0 34000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC36KVA/36000/SLR* 36.0 36000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC38KVA/38000/SLR* 38.0 38000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC40KVA/40000/SLR* 40.0 40000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC42KVA/42000/SLR* 42.0 42000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC44KVA/44000/SLR* 44.0 44000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC46KVA/46000/SLR* 46.0 46000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC48KVA/48000/SLR* 48.0 48000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC50KVA/50000/SLR* 50.0 50000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC52KVA/52000/SLR* 52.0 52000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC54KVA/54000/SLR* 54.0 54000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC56KVA/56000/SLR* 56.0 56000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC58KVA/58000/SLR* 58.0 58000 ≈ ≈ ≈
AC60KVA/60000/SLR* 60.0 60000 ≈ ≈ ≈

* Denotes the system autonomy i.e. AC1KVA/850/SLR3 = 3Hr Backup Autonomy


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Systems with Valve Regulated Lead Systems with Vented Nickel Cadmium Systems with High Performance Plante
Acid Batteries Batteries Batteries
• Compact • Extremely robust over a wide • 20 year service life
• Reliable temperature range • Reliable
• Cost effective • Reliable, with a 25 year service life • Retains virtually full capacity throughout
•M
 aintenance free, 10 year design life • Good “through life” costs design life
batteries • Resistant to electrical and mechanical • Low battery voltage disconnect circuit
•L
 ow battery voltage disconnect circuit abuse fitted as standard
fitted as standard • Can be stored in any state of discharge • Charger temperature compensation
•C
 harger temperature compensation without damage fitted as standard
fitted as standard • Automatic and manual boost circuits
fitted as standard

Selection Guide: AC/NC Range Selection Guide: AC/HP Range

System Reference Inverter Power Rating (kVA) Inverter Wattage System Reference Inverter Power Rating (kVA) Inverter Wattage 9
AC/NC Series 1.0 - 25.0 500 - 21250 AC/HP Series 1.0 - 25.0 500 - 21250

This guide provides only an overview of possible system This guide provides only an overview of possible system
configurations. Contact our central systems technical sales department configurations. Contact our central systems technical sales department
for full details, including cubicle arrangement. 1, 2 or 3 hour autonomy for full details, including cubicle arrangement. 1, 2 or 3 hour autonomy
systems available systems available

Easton College
Nolfolk

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Compact AC/AC 9
Compact AC/AC

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Many features normally only associated with larger • Competitive 500VA or 600VA static inverter
units are included in the standard specification of system
the Compact AC/AC static inverter system. The • Compact - ideal for smaller installations
inverter has a rated output of 500VA/400W or
• Fully complies with BS EN 50171:2001
600VA/510W and benefits from 4 independently
fused outputs, battery deep discharge protection, • Four separately fused outputs
automatic temperature compensation and a • Digital display to clearly indicate system status
clear, informative system status display panel.
• EasiCheck compatible version available
The unit also fully complies with the latest BS
EN 50171:2001 standard. An output voltage
of 230V AC permits any suitable, unmodified
mains luminaires to be operated at full output in
emergency mode.

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Compact AC/AC

System Operation Remote Mounted Options


• In mains healthy condition, the system charges the batteries • Remote Alarm Unit
and stores power, ready for emergency operation • Sub Circuit Monitor
• In mains healthy condition, the power to luminaires designated • Hold Off Relay Monitor
for emergency use is supplied from the normal mains via a
• ACM1s
by-pass contactor inside the cubicle
• In the event of a mains failure, the system provides emergency
power to dedicated mains slave or designated standard mains Full details of these options can be found on page 399
luminaires, until mains power is restored (or for the rated
duration of the system in the event of extended mains failure) Design and Installation Notes
• Output voltage, from the system via the inverter, is 230V AC • To ensure the system is suitably rated, list the luminaires to be
nominal used, with their characteristics, to ensure the wattage and VA
• Local change-over switching can be effected using an ACM1 power rating of the inverter is not exceeded
module, controlling single or multiple luminaires (if fed from • Using fluorescent luminaires with poor power factor will
common switched mains supply) increase the VA load
9 • Suitable standard mains luminaires* require no modification to • Note - BS EN 60598-2-22 prohibits the use of glow starters in
operate with the static inverter (unless ACM1 change-over fluorescent luminaires used for emergency lighting.
module is integral). All lamps in multi-lamp luminaires will be lit
during mains failure, unless separate control gear is provided • A full set of installation, operating and maintenance
for individual lamps. instructions is supplied with each system to assist the installer
*High inrush LED or compact fluorescent may not be suitable
carry out the work efficiently and safely
• Sub-circuit monitoring and hold off relays can be added to the • Adequate ventilation has been provided in the cubicle to allow
system to energise the emergency luminaires in the event of a a safe dispersal of gases but it is important to remember that
localised mains circuit failure, if the ACM1 module is not used when choosing where to locate systems, particularly those
with large batteries, attention must be paid to ensuring a build-
• Full details of modes of operation is shown on pages 376 - up of potentially explosive gases is avoided
379
• Please refer to the system design (see page 380) section for
• Full details of ACM1 module is shown on page 366 details of ventilation calculations
• Warning notices should be displayed on entry doors to battery
Metering and Display Panel rooms:
- Simple and easy to read status display BATTERY ROOM. EXTINGUISH ALL NAKED LIGHTS BEFORE
- LCD meter indicating battery voltage or current reading mode ENTERING. NO SMOKING
indicated by LED:
• Volts
• Amps
Dimensions
- Indication LEDs
• Power On
• Charge Fail
• Battery High/Low Volts
• Deep Discharge Protection (protection circuit has operated)
• Inverter Running
H (mm) W (mm) D (mm)

970 530 400

Catalogue Numbers

System Inverter Output Output Standby Weight


Reference Rating (VA) Watts Time (kg)
AC500VA/M3 500 400 3 Hours 135.0
AC600VA/M3 600 510 3 Hours 136.00

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Specification

General
Cubicle 1.6mm zinc coated steel panels with powder coat RAL7032 light pebble grey finish. Removable cover retained
by screws. Cable entries via removable top gland plate
Batteries Valve regulated lead acid, 10 year design life

Charger and controls


Mains supply 230V ± 10% AC single phase supply, 50 Hz
Input control MCB to BS3871 Pt 1, or BS4752 Pt 1
Fusegear HRC type to BS88
Terminals DIN-rail mounted near to cable entry
Transformer Double wound with earth screen to BS171
Rectifier Full wave controlled thyristor/diode bridge
Contactor Standard contactors comply with requirements of BS5424
Charger Constant voltage, current limited type with electronic solid state controller. Voltage controlled to within 2%
of setting at up to 10% mains supply variations. Full recharge within 24 hours. 80% capacity within 12 hours.
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Current limit facility
Deep discharge protection Fitted as standard. Automatic shut down of inverter when battery voltage falls below pre-set level, during
extended periods of mains supply failure
Cables Compliant with BS6231
Load circuits 4 independent fused output circuits
Monitoring circuits Terminals provided for connection of remote monitors and controls
Temperature compensation Fitted as standard. Charger voltage is automatically adjusted with reference to ambient temperature to optimise
charging and battery life. Pre-set for optimum performance at 20°C
Test push button Simulates mains failure
Display panel Composite fascia with LCD display and LED indicators
Alarm warning Audible alarm fitted internally plus common volt free contacts for remote signalling of a fault condition and
terminals for remote alarm unit option

Inverter
Output voltage Pre-settable in the range 220-240V AC. Default setting is 230V AC. Voltage tolerance is 2% on loads of 0-100%
of system rating
Frequency 50Hz. ±0.1%. Waveform: Sinusoidal
Voltage regulation Static 2%, dynamic 6%
Isolation 1kv rms between input and output terminals
Total harmonic distortion Typically 3% or better. Max. 10%
Power factor Will supply loads in the 0.7 lag - 0.7 lead range
Overload 200% for 10 seconds, 125% for 20 minutes without reduction in output voltage
Start-up time Standard 300mS. Soft start
Noise level Effectively silent on both charge and discharge
Efficiency 83% nominal. Typically 82-85%
Protection DC input protection. AC output fuses
DC input reverse polarity protection
Short circuit protection
Pre-charge protection fuse
Low voltage shut down Inverter module automatically shuts down when battery discharges to a pre-set level. Re-set is automatic
following the restoration of the mains supply
Inhibit An inhibit switch to control the inverter is fitted on the main PCB in the cubicle
Technology Pulse width modulation with high frequency switching

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Switch Tripping Units

Switch Tripping Units

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Eaton battery chargers for switchgear tripping • Proven and reliable units
and closing have been developed from the • Digital display to clearly indicate system status
experience gained from many years of designing
and manufacturing sophisticated battery charging • Comprehensive alarm and indication package
and control equipment. Designed to provide a • Choice of vented nickel cadmium or valve
continuous DC supply for operating switchgear regulated lead acid batteries
and protection equipment, these latest units are • Systems available to meet exact project
supplied with a comprehensive alarm, metering and requirements
indication package as standard. The informative and
clear display panel is fixed to the fascia of both wall
and floor standing units, with a remote alarm unit
as an option. Extremely reliable and easy to install,
these units provide a competitively priced solution.

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Metering and Display Panel Installation Notes
- Simple and easy to read status display • A full set of installation, operating and maintenance
- LCD meter indicating battery voltage and the option of battery instructions is supplied with each system to assist the installer
current or battery compartment temperature. Voltage is default, carry out the work efficiently and safely
others displayed using push buttons (If options specified). • Adequate ventilation has been provided in the cubicle to allow
Display mode indicated by LED: a safe dispersal of gases but it is important to remember that
• Volts when choosing where to locate systems, particularly those
• Amps (optional) with large batteries, attention must be paid to ensuring a build-
• Temperature (lead acid battery systems only) up of potentially explosive gases is avoided
- Charger indication LEDs • Refer to system design (see page 380) section for ventilation
calculations
• Power On
• Float Mode • Warning notices should be displayed on battery room doors:
• Current Limit BATTERY ROOM. EXTINGUISH ALL NAKED LIGHTS BEFORE
• Full Charge ENTERING. NO SMOKING
• Boost mode (nickel cadmium battery systems only)
- Alarm indication LEDs Options 9
• Mains Fail • Remote Alarm Unit
• Charge Fail • Integral HRC fused distribution board (110V systems only)
• Battery High Volts • Integral MCB distribution board (110V systems only)
• Battery Low Volts
• DC Earth Fault Specification
Audible alarm fitted internally, with mute button on display.
Common set of volts free changeover contacts for remote General
signalling and output for remote alarm unit Cubicle (30V systems) Wall mounted 1.2mm zinc coated steel panels with powder coat RAL7032
light pebble grey finish. Removable cover retained by screws. Steel divider
separates control gear and battery compartments
Cubicle (110V systems) 1.6mm zinc coated steel panels with powder coat RAL7032 light pebble grey finish.
2 lockable doors and segregated control gear/battery compartments. Cable entries
Dimensions via removable top gland plate
Batteries Vented nickel cadmium, 25 year design life valve regulated lead acid, 10 year design
life
Charger and controls
Mains supply 230V ± 10% AC single phase supply, 50 Hz. Other input voltages available
Input control MCB to BS3871 Pt 1. Type D
Input terminals DIN-rail mounted near to cable entry
Cubicle Ref H (mm) W (mm) D (mm) Transformer Double wound with earth screen to BS171
all (S Type)
W 450 745 270 Rectifier Full wave controlled thyristor/diode bridge
931 1200 715 680 Charger Constant voltage, current limited type with electronic solid state controller. Voltage
932 1800 715 680 controlled to within 1% of setting at ±10% mains supply variations. Full recharge
Dimensions are for guidance only and may be subject to within 24 hours.
change, depending on precise specification required Cables Compliant with BS6231
Output terminals DIN-rail mounted
Temperature Fitted as standard to lead acid battery units. Charger voltage is automatically
compensation adjusted with reference to ambient temperature to optimise charging and battery
life. Pre-set for optimum performance at 20°C
Display panel Composite fascia with LCD display and LED indicators
Alarm warning Audible alarm fitted internally plus common volt free contacts for use in conjunction
with integral on-board power supply to operate the remote alarm unit option
Catalogue Numbers

Nominal Battery Ah Nominal System Output Voltage


System Reference Capacity Voltage Float Max No of Cells Cubicle Type
Systems With Nickel Cadmium Batteries
ST30/10/* 10 30 36 41.25 25 Wall(S)
ST30/18/* 18 30 36 41.25 25 Wall(S)
ST30/24/* 24 30 36 41.25 25 Wall(S)
ST30/30/* 30 30 36 41.25 25 Wall(S)
FST110/10/* 10 110 132.5 151.8 92 932
FST110/18/* 18 110 132.5 151.8 92 932
FST110/24/* 24 110 132.5 151.8 92 932
FST110/30/* 30 110 132.5 151.8 92 932
Systems with Valve Regulated Lead Acid Batteries
FSLRT110/19/* 19 108 122.5 122.5 54 931
FSLRT/110/29/* 29 108 122.5 122.5 54 931
FSLRT110/38/* 38 108 122.5 122.5 54 932

Notes: 1. * = Specify charger size. Contact us for guidance


2. Diode regulators can be fitted to control the output terminal voltage to pre-determined limits. Contact central systems technical sales for details
3. Other size batteries and chargers are available on request

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EasiCheck 1.5 Slave

EasiCheck 1.5 Slave


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EasiCheck 1.5 Slave is a purpose designed • Reduces time and cost of testing and
emergency lighting testing system for central maintenance as required by law
battery slave systems, providing a simple to • Testing in compliance with EN50172
operate, labour saving alternative to manual testing.
• Easy to use touch screen panel
Avoiding the need for separate secure manual
test keys and the need to manually inspect fittings • 250 luminaire capacity per panel
during and after tests, EasiCheck 1.5 automatically • Stand alone or network up to 63 panels
tests the emergency lighting luminaires and central
• Event logs and test reports can be downloaded
battery system at a user controlled, convenient, or printed
non-disruptive time, then gathers the test results
and displays them in a simple to understand • Selection of central monitoring software (text or
graphic)
manner at a central control panel. EasiCheck 1.5
has been designed to ensure quick and simple
installation, ease of operation and simple system
re-configuration. System extensions and changes
can easily be incorporated without the need for
specialist software or re-programming.

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System Operation
The main element of the EC1002TS is a large (120mm x 90mm An EasiCheck interface module is fitted into all suitable dedicated
visible area) touch screen display, which provides comprehensive emergency luminaires and mains luminaires converted for
user information and also acts as a multifunctional keypad. emergency operation.
The EC1002TS touch screen display automatically reconfigures • Each module shall be addressed using a hand held programmer
to suit the selected function, for example, if the change device during installation with a unique address number in the range
text menu option is selected, the touch screen is automatically 0-250
formatted as a full QWERTY keyboard to enable fast and simple
• Every luminaire is connected to a 2 core data BUS cable in a
text entry.
loop configuration, which is linked back to the control panel.
The use of the touch screen display enables a wide range of A single panel can accommodate up to 250 luminaires
user and engineering facilities to be incorporated into the panel
• It is important to maintain accurate ‘as fitted’ drawings to
whilst still offering simple operation. There are a number of
identify the respective luminaire and its assigned
system status LEDs (power on, emergency mode, general fault,
address/location
system fault, comms fault, luminaire fault, test in progress,
disable luminaire, fault indication) designed to give clear status • Text information can be allocated to each system component,
information to non-technical users. during commissioning by an Eaton service engineer 9
Panel is used to facilitate following functions: • The panel can then be programmed to carry out automatic test
sequences according to BS 5266/EN 50172 or any regional
• Set up test types and times
testing regime. Testing can also be initiated manually. All test
• Initiate manual tests data is sent back and stored at the control panel. Additionally,
the system carries out continuous real time monitoring of all
• Display real time single luminaire status connected devices
• View fault log/panel configuration • In the event of a fault, the precise location of the device is
• Download/upload fault log and panel configuration displayed at the control panel along with accurate details of the
nature of the fault, time/date stamp and an alarm is raised
• Re-configure luminaire text locations for ease of installation
and commissioning • The system can be enhanced by networking up to 63 panels.
Central PC monitoring can also be incorporated

Dimensions
Catalogue Numbers
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Cat No Description
EC1002TS EasiCheck1.5 Slave control panel
EC1002TSNC EasiCheck1.5 Slave control panel (networked)
EC141 Luminaire interface module with changeover relay
H (mm) W (mm) D1 (mm) D2 (mm) EC140 Luminaire changeover relay (non-monitoring)
H
375 357 50 45 EC125 Luminaire interface module
EC160 Hand-held programmer
EC170EC2 Printer
EC400 LON/IP Echelon router
CFSFL01 Fibre optic router
EC460 Network booster
D1

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Slave Luminaire Technical Data 9
Slave luminaires for use with central emergency lighting systems To be compatible with the power supply unit and to comply with
must be compatible with the central battery supply unit. the luminaire product standard, whilst being installed to meet the
The most common types are: requirements of the BS 5266 Pt.1 code of practice, the luminaires
should meet the following requirements:
• Dedicated slave luminaires, with specially designed housings
and circuits • Voltage compatibility - the luminaire operating range must be
within the central system output voltage range, minus an
• Converted mains luminaires, which have been modified by
additional 4% cable voltage drop
the addition of an emergency circuit, normally to operate
on 110V AC/DC supplies • Static inverter systems - luminaires must fully meet the
requirements of EN 60598-2-22, which ensures they are
• Mains luminaires which are suitable to be powered by 230V AC
suitable for use as emergency luminaires
inverter systems

Eaton’s systems and slave luminaires meet these requirements


in full.

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System and Luminaire Technical Data

Cat No 110V AC/DC 230V AC/DC


Central System Output
Maintained voltage output range including cable voltage drop 89.1 - 116.6V 194.4 - 254.4V
Initial emergency output voltage range including cable voltage drop 99.0 - 110.0V 200.0 - 223.0V
End of duration output voltage range including cable voltage drop 89.0 - 99.0V 200.0 - 223.0V

Compatible Dedicated 8W Luminaires


Minimum strike volts (0°C) 82.5V 198.0V
Minimum run volts (0°C) 82.5V 198.0V
Maximum run volts (0°C) 138.0V 264.0V

Converted or Dedicated Luminaire Fitted with SMCB Module


Minimum strike volts (0°C) 95.0V -
Minimum run volts (0°C) 82.5V -
Maximum run volts (0°C) 138.0V -

Note: SMCB units use changeover relays, so the maintained function should be provided by the normal mains control gear. However, the module
will operate on either AC or DC enabling it to operate with a maintained central system in the emergency conditions.

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Slave Luminaire Technical Data

Power Consumption and Performance

Dedicated Slave

AC/AC Systems
AC/DC Systems 110V 230V High Frequency Ballast
Lamp Watts Type Lumens Amps Lumens Watts VA
8W T5 275 0.07 272 8 9
11W TC-S - - 900 14 16
2x21W Tungsten 2x300 0.50 2x300 55 60

Mains Luminaires Converted with an AC/DC SMCB Unit

AC/DC Systems 110V AC/AC Systems 230V


Lamp Watts Lamp Type Lumens Amps Lumens Amps

9 18W T8 350(0.44) 0.095 594(0.44) 11.20


36W T8 650(0.33) 0.14 1105(0.33) 16.50
58W T8 740(0.24) 0.165 1248(0.24) 19.54
70W T8 700(0.18) 0.17 1179(0.18) 20.00

16W 2D 400(0.65) 0.11 - -


28W 2D 500(0.40) 0.145 - -
38W 2D 560(0.33) 0.15 - -

9W TC-S 250(0.71) 0.09 - -


11W TC-S 375(0.70) 0.10 - -
13W TC-DE 330(0.63) 0.10 - -
18W TC-DE/TC-L 330(0.63) 0.10 408(0.34) 11.80
26W TC-DE 425(0.40) 0.13 684(0.38) 15.80
36W TC-L 600(0.35) 0.15 928(0.32) 17.60

Mains Luminaires Powered from a Central Inverter

230V AC/AC systems


High Frequency Ballast Wire Wound Ballast
Lamp Watts Lamp Type Lumens Watts VA Watts VA
18W T8 1100 20.2 20.8 26 29.5
36W T8 2700 38 39.2 43 45.3
58W T8 4200 58.1 59.9 67 77
70W T8 5300 72.4 74.6 80 92

16W 2D 850 17 17.9 21 45.7


28W 2D 1655 31.2 32.5 34 37.4
38W 2D 2300 43.2 45 45 49.5

13W TC-DE 725 16.1 16.6 18 20.7


18W TC-DE/TC-L 970 20.6 21 24 26.4
26W TC-DE 1450 28.8 30 32 35.6
36W TC-L 2300 37.6 38.4 45 53

Notes:
1. VA ratings assume power factor capacitors are fitted
2. Watts and VA figures based on typical control gear data, for system design purposes
3. The above lumen data is based on output from triphosphor lamps. De-rate by 15% if halophosphate lamps are used
4. Lumen output figures include the effects of lamp and luminaire ageing, end of discharge voltage and cable volt drop
5. Data for 230V AC/AC SMCB unit available on application

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