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VR505A VOLTAGE REGULATOR

GENERAL INFORMATION
The VR505A Voltage Regulator is designed for new
and replacement applications on any model or
manufacture of generator that requires a full load
exciter field input of less than 5 adc and a maximum
exciter voltage of more than 105 vdc, less than 210
vdc and operates between 50 and 60 hz. The VR505A
Voltage Regulator contains a patented electronic
circuit that allows the regulator to actually be
matched to the exciter response time of a generator.
This feature enables the user to adjust the VR505A to
operate on all types of generator fields and kw
ranges without any special wiring, transformers or
resistors.

A unique feature of the VR505A regulator is that It can


be used with optional static exciter modules that can
replace all types of high amperage rotary and static
exciter systems from 30 to 600 adc simply by This feature makes the VR505A Voltage Regulator truly a
connecting the VR505A to the exciter module with 3 universal voltage regulating system that is simple,
small wires! affordable and reliable!

SPECIFICATIONS
WIRING HOOKUP
Voltage input required 100 to 240 vac 120/240 VAC REGULATOR INPUT
Operational output voltage range .75 to 210 vdc A
Maximum operational amperage 5 adc (internal fuse)
Mimimum field resistance 21ohms @ 120 vac input GEN B
42 ohms @ 240 vac input
Maximum field resistance 400 ohms C
Operational frequency range 40 to 80 hz
Regulation accuracy +/- 1% of voltage setting N
Physical size 1.25 x 6 x 4.75 inches
Total weight 9 ounces 120V
Internal fusing 5A @ 250v 5 x 20 mm fuse AC1
AC2
Maximum / minimum kw unlimited FLD
Minimum residual voltage for build up 3.5 vac @ 60 hz + -
Voltage response time 1/2 cycle
Voltage sensing Waveform ( true rms ) VR505A
Warranty period 1 year

SPECIAL FEATURES:

UNIVERSAL APPLICATIONS EXTERNAL VOLTAGE ADJUSTMENT


REPLACEABLE INTERNAL FUSING RUGGED CONSTRUCTION
REMOVABLE COVERS OVERSIZED HEAT SINK
STATIC EXCITER OPTIONS AVAILABLE 100% SOLID STATE ELECTRONICS
LARGE CONNECTORLESS TERMINAL BOARD NO TRANSFORMERS OR CHOKE COILS
VISUAL INDICATOR LIGHT 100% REPAIRABLE
WIDE RANGE VOLTAGE INPUT 1 YEAR WARRANTY
SIMPLIFIED INSTALLATION SMALL PHYSICAL SIZE

Manufactured by:

Power-Tronics, Inc.
P.O. Box 1509, Kerrville Texas 78029-1509
Call: 830 895 4700 Email: [email protected] Internet: pwrtron.com
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
WIRING HOOKUP
DO NOT DO THE FOLLOWING: 120/240 VAC REGULATOR INPUT
A
Hold the unit in your hand while adjusting it. GEN B
Use a digital meter for setting up voltage. C
Open the field circuit while the generator is operating. N
Supply the input and field circuit thru a common cable. 120V
AC1
Connect the input power to a switched circuit such as a FLD AC2
phase selector switch. + -
5
Install voltage control equipment without using protective 4 VR505A
eye wear. 3 6

INSTALLATION:
1. Install wiring as show above. For best results on fields requiring a full load voltage of more
than 120 vdc, connect the unit up with a 240 vac input. For fields requiring less than 120 vdc,
connect the unit up with a 120 vac input. It is always recomended to install a 2 pole single
throw run/idle switch in the input to terminals #1and #2 especially if the prime mover is going to
operate at less than 50/60 hz.

2. If an external voltage adjustment is used, connect it to terminals 5 and 6. If you are not
going to use an external voltage adjustment, short terminals 5 and 6 to each other.

3. Turn all adjustment pots counter clockwise 10 or more turns. These adjustment pots are
25 turn with protective ratchets at each end.

4. Turn run/idle switch to off and start up the prime mover and bring up to rated rpm of the
generator.

5. Turn on run/idle switch and turn the voltage adjustment on the regulator clockwise
until the output voltage of the generator is at 80% of rated voltage.

6. If the voltage is not stable, turn the stability adjustment clockwise until the voltage
becomes stable. If the voltage rises during this process, keep it within 80% of rated voltage with
the voltage adjustment.

7. If the voltage is stable and there is no flickering, adjust the voltage adjustment clockwise
until the desired output voltage is obtained.

8. Place generator on line and observe voltage.

Manufactured by:

Power-Tronics, Inc.
P.O. Box 1509, Kerrville Texas 78029-1509
Call: 830 895 4700 Email: [email protected] Internet: pwrtron.com
TROUBLESHOOTING
1. Residual input voltage to 13. Defective voltage
PROBLEMS POSSIBILITIES the voltage regulator is below regulator.
3.5 vac.
NO VOLTAGE 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13 16, 14. SCR or Inverter drive
21 2. Internal fuse is open or effecting generator wave
blown. form.
PULSATING VOLTAGE 4, 5, 6, 12, 17
3. Open exciter field or 15. Open circuit on remote
defective generator. voltage adjustment or 5 and 6
FLICKERING VOLTAGE 6, 7, 14 are not shorted with each
4. Stability adjustment is not other.
properly adjusted.
HIGH VOLTAGE 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 18, 19 16. Regulator needs external
21 5. Open diode in exciter or flashing circuit.
shorted rotor in generator.
VOLTAGE DROP ON LOAD 5, 8, 10, 12 , 17 17. Isolation transformer is
6. Loose component in too small.
voltage regulator.
LOW VOLTAGE 5, 8, 12, 13, 15 18. Isolation transformer is
7. Loose wiring connections. needed.
POOR VOLTAGE REGULATION 4, 10, 12, 13, 17 8. Input voltage to regulator 19. Exciter fields are not
is too low. isolated from other circuits.
NO VOLTAGE CONTROL 13, 15, 20, 21 9. Exciter field is grounded. 20. Input and field circuit are
being fed by a common
10. Stability adjustment is set cable or conduit.
too far clockwise.
Mfg. by: 21. Incorrect hookup or

POWER-TRONICS, INC.
11. Exciter fields are reversed. wiring.

12. Wrong selection of


Kerrville, Texas USA regulator model.
Need Help ???
Call (210) 895-4700
50 TO 100 WT LIGHT
BULB 120 VAC BENCH CHECK PROCEDURES
240 VAC
INPUT 1. Turn all adjustments counter clockwise 25 turns or
until a click is heard while turning the adjustment screw.
1 AMP 2. Wire up regulator as shown for test.
FUSE
3. Input 240 vac into the regulator. The test light bulb
accross terminals 3 and 4 should not glow. The orange
indicator light should be on. (If the indicator light is not
glowing, the internal fuse is blown. Remove the 4 screws in
the cover, remove the cover and replace the fuse.)

VR505A 4. Turn the voltage adjustment clockwise until the


test light bulb glows brightly. The test light should go from off
to on almost as if turned on by a switch.

5. Turn the voltage adjustment counter clockwise until


the test light goes out.

6. Turn the stability adjustment clockwise until the test


light is glowing brightly.

7. Turn the voltage adjustment counter clockwise until


TEST HOOKUP
the test light is dimmed out or almost out. The test light should
have dimmed as if using a light dimmer.

IF ALL OF THE TESTS SHOWN ABOVE COULD BE PERFORMED, THE UNIT


IS GOOD. IF ANY OF THESE TESTS COULD NOT BE PERFORMED, THE
UNIT IS DEFECTIVE.

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