Technical Information Sheet SF132

Novaris Pty Ltd ABN: 33 065 427 232

72 Browns Road, Kingston, TAS. 7050 TEL: +61 3 6229 7233
AUSTRALIA FAX: +61 3 6229 9245
Copyright 2000 Novaris E-mail: sales@novaris.com.au

SURGE FILTERS, MEDIUM CURRENT, SINGLE PHASE


(Photograph depicts SF132 with optional circuit breaker)

Product Description

Novaris surge filters are designed for protection against
induced transient overvoltages caused by lightning and other
events on AC and DC power supply circuits.

Versions are available for voltage ratings up to 240V AC
with surge ratings to suit location categories A, B and C
including category C high exposure in accordance with
AS1768 also IEEE C62.41.

Operation

Multistage transient protection is utilized in every unit. Metal
oxide varistor surge arrester modules, as the first stage,
absorb the majority of the energy. These components are
continuously monitored for integrity with built in LED
indicators. For 16kA and 40kA versions DINsafe surge
diverters are used. For versions up to 200kA, MULTIMOV
surge diverters with digital display of integrity are used.
These surge arrester modules are housed in rugged and safe
metal cases and are easily replaced should this be required.

The first stage is followed by a low pass LC filter, which
further attenuates the let through voltage. The filter also
attenuates low-level noise and harmonics.

The third stage consists of metal oxide varistor based surge
arrester modules. DINsafe surge diverters are used for all
models.
These provide a final clamping circuit and protect against
impulses generated by the loads connected. This is
particularly important when multiple loads are connected. Do
not exceed total filter ratings.

In addition to the alarm indicators on each module an
external alarm is generated which allows for remote
monitoring. This is provided by a clean contact either
normally closed or normally open.

An optional surge counter is available. This provides a count
of surges diverted and has a sensitivity of 100A for an 8/20us
impulse.

Every filter is configured to suit all TN and TT power
distribution systems including TN-C-S (MEN).

Specifications

Description Multistage power surge filter
No phases: 1
Voltage drop: <2V at full load
Efficiency: 99%
Protection modes: Transverse and common mode.
Protection stages: MOV / low pass filter / MOV
Capacitor type: Self-healing polypropylene.
Surge withstand: IEEE C62.41 cat. A, B, C
AS1768-1991 cat. A, B, C and C-High
Surge rating: 16kA to 200kA per line.
(8/20us impulse)
Frequency response: 3dB point 800Hz.
Performance: Typical let through voltage for all
models < 2 x mains peak voltage.
Indicator: Internal LED / digital display.
External alarm: N/O or N/C clean contact.
Operating Temperature: 65 C maximum.
Dimensions:
Backplane: 190H x 230W x 116D
Steel cabinet IP55: 400H x 300W x 120D


Options
Cat No. Current Surge Rating
SF132-x 32A xkA
SF140-x 40A xkA
SF163-x 63A xkA
SF1125-x 125A xkA

Surge rating:
x may be 16kA, 40kA, 80kA, 120kA, 160kA, 200kA

For information on surge rating application refer to the Novaris
Handbook.

For steel enclosure add /E