Schneider Electric has announced two additional, compact models in its TeSys GV3 range of thermal-magnetic motor circuit breakers, the TeSys GV3P73 and GV3P80. The two models provide 73 A and 80 A current ratings in a 55 mm width, which is 35% smaller than previously available products of this rating. Both products are tested and proven for IE3 and IE4 class motors. Combining either of these with the new TeSys D Green 80 A rating contactor, creates the industry’s most energy-efficient motor starter solution in the smallest size, with simplified PLC connectivity.
“For customers wanting to do more with their control panels, the TeSys GV3 range offers compact, industry-leading technology,” says Schneider Electric South Africa’s Product Application Engineer, Christo Kotze. “TeSys GV3 and TeSys D Green are a complete 37 kW motor starter solution that will reduce energy consumption, reduce installation time, and save valuable space in machines and high-density electrical cabinets. It also simplifies integration with automation architectures, with a direct interface to a PLC, using 500 mA output that is a capability available only from Schneider Electric.”
Ergonomic and reliable
“In applications without the use of a contactor, the TeSys GV3 series enables local manual control of a motor through use of an ergonomic, rotary handle or extended handle. Its user-friendly design provides a high-visibility trip indication. “The new models also feature patented EverLink connectors that save space and assembly time, while ensuring bare cable connections are as safe as compression lugs. Innovative creep compensation technology improves vibration withstand, negating the need for periodic re-tightening.”
Complete, eco-design solution in 55 mm
Compact motor starter solutions are available in two- or three-product configurations, including motor circuit breakers, contactors and a new overload relay, with total motor starter height reduced by as much as 50%.
Innovative features
• 35% smaller than previously available products of this rating.• Combining with new T eSys D Green or TeSys D contactors creates The Power Hub in Waterfall City a complete motor starter solution up to 80 A rating in 55 mm width.
• Simplified integration with PLCs with 500 mA outputs.
• Ergonomic rotary handle and trip indicator.
• Patented EverLink creep-free connectors require no re-tightening.
• Tested and proven for IE3 and IE4 class motors.
“TeSys GV3, TeSys D and TeSys D Green are part of the Schneider Electric motor control offering. Our protection and switching offers provide safety and reliability due to EverLink connectors and coordination between breaker and contactor. It makes motor control applications more efficient and sustainable, thanks to the low energy consumption of these ranges with Green Premium Ecolabel,” concludes Kotze
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