LV power air circuit breakers

and switch-disconnectors
Masterpact NW

Things

will
the

never be
same
The original Masterpact has
set a new standard for power
circuit breakers around the
world. Over the years, other
major manufacturers have
tried to keep up by developing
products incorporating
Masterpacts most innovative
features, including the
breaking principle, modular
design and the use of
composite materials.
Today, Schneider Electric continues to
innovate with the new Merlin Gerin
Masterpact NW.
In addition to the traditional features of
power circuit breakers (withdrawability,
discrimination and low maintenance),
Masterpact now offers built-in
communications and metering
functions, all in optimised frame sizes.
Masterpact NW incorporates the latest
technology to enhance both
performance and safety. Easy to install,
with user-friendly, intuitive operation
and environment-friendly design, it is,
quite simply, the ultimate ACB.

New Masterpact,
new levels of performance
Four performance levels
H1 - for industrial sites with high short-circuit levels or installations with
two parallel-connected transformers.
H2 - high-performance for heavy industry where very high short-circuits
can occur.
H3 - for incoming devices supplying critical applications requiring both
high performance and a high level of discrimination.
L1 - for high current-limiting capability and discrimination levels, as yet,
unequalled by any other circuit breaker of its type. Intended for the
protection of cable-type feeders or to raise the performance level of a
switchboard when the transformer power rating is increased.

Integration in a communications
network
Masterpact can be integrated in a general supervision system to optimise
installation operation and maintenance. The communication architecture
is open, and may be upgraded for interfacing with any protocol.

Switch-disconnector versions
The switch-disconnectors are derived directly from the circuit breakers
and offer the same features and performance levels.

1000 V and 400 Hz

distribution systems

The Masterpact range

can be used on 1000V
installations (mining
industry) and 400Hz
systems (aeronautics,
computer centres).

2 frame sizes, one family

Masterpact NW
800 to 4000A

4000 to 6300A

Optimised
volumes
Practical installation
solutions
The new range improves upon all the
installation solutions which have already made
Masterpact a success. It has been designed to
standardise switchboards, optimise volumes
and simplify installation:
Incoming connection to top or bottom
terminals.
No safety clearance required.
Connection:
Horizontal or vertical rear connection.
Front connection with minimum extra space.
Mixed front and rear connections.
115 mm pole pitch on all versions.
No derating up to 55 C and 4000A.

Optimised volumes
Up to 4000A, Masterpact NW circuit breakers
are all the same size, the same size as the
previous M32 frame.
From 4000A to 6300A, there is just one size,
which is considerably smaller than before.

Retrofit solutions
Special connections are available to replace a
fixed or drawout Masterpact M08 to M32 with a
Masterpact NW, without modifying the busbars

Ease of
installation
With optimised sizes, the Masterpact NW range
simplifies the design of switchboards and selection/
installation of devices:
Three connection layouts for Masterpact NW:
One from 800 to 3200A (NW08 - NW32).
One for 4000 A (NW40a).
One 4000 to 6300A (NW40b - NW63).
Identical auxiliary connection terminals from 800
to 6300A (Masterpact NW).
Front connections do not impact on the depth
of the device.
Rear connections are converted from
vertical or horizontal busbars, simply by
turning the connectors through 90.

Connection to busbars.

Vertical front connection of a fixed Masterpact NW.

Vertical and horizontal rear connection

of a fixed Masterpact NW.

Innovation
Greater dependability
Filtered breaking
The patented new design of the arc chutes includes stainless-steel filters.
The chutes absorb the energy released during breaking, thus limiting the
stresses exerted on the installation. They filter and cool the gases
produced, reducing the external effects of short circuit clearance.

Automatic unlatching(H3 and L1)

The automatic unlatching of the circuit breaker operating mechanism for
high short-circuits extends performance up to 150kA. It produces ultrafast tripping for all short-circuits higher than 37 kA (L1) and 65 kA (H3).
For lower short-circuits, the system does not react so that the control unit
can provide total discrimination with downstream devices.
Filtered breaking

More intelligent trip units

Today, with the high speed of calculation, the small size of memory and
advances in miniaturisation, trip units have become circuit breaker control
units offering increasingly powerful functions. They accurately measure
system parameters, instantly calculate values, store data, log events,
signal alarms, communicate, take action, etc. The new Masterpact range
equipped with Micrologic control units, constitute both an extremely
reliable protective device and an accurate measurement instrument.

User friendly
Intuitive use
Micrologic control units are equipped with a digital LCD display used in
conjunction with simple navigation buttons. Users can directly access
parameters and settings. Navigation between screens is intuitive and the
immediate display of values greatly simplifies settings. Text is displayed in
the desired language.

backed by incomparable security

Navigation buttons on a Micrologic P
control unit.

Protection functions are separate from the measurement functions and

are managed by an ASIC electronic component. This independence
guarantees immunity from conducted or radiated disturbances and
ensures a high degree of reliability.
A patented double setting system for protection functions establishes:
A maximum threshold set using the control-unit dials.
Fine adjustments via the keypad or remotely.
The fine adjustments for thresholds (to within one ampere) and tripping
delays (to within a fraction of a second) are displayed directly on the
screen.
The control unit cover can be lead-sealed to prevent uncontrolled access
to the dials and protect the settings.

Ready for
the future
Compliance with
environmental
requirements
Schneider Electric fully take into account
environmental requirements, starting right from
the design phase of every product, through to
the end of its service life:
The materials used for Masterpact are not
dangerous to the environment.
The production facilities are non-polluting in
compliance with the ISO 14001 standard.
Filtered breaking eliminates pollution in the
switchboard.
The energy dissipated per pole is low,
making energy losses insignificant.
The materials are marked to facilitate sorting
for recycling at the end of product service
life.

Simple upgrading of
installations
Installations changes and power level increases
normally mean new equipment and
switchboards extensions:
All control units are interchangeable.
Communication with a supervision system is
an option that may be added at any time.
A reserve chassis can be pre-addressed so
that system parameters do not have to be
modified when a drawout device is installed
at a later date.

10

Masterpact NW

Performance & functionality

Product panorama

General overview
Detailed contents

12

Circuit breakers and switch-disconnectors

NW08 to NW63

14

Micrologic control units

Overview of functions
Micrologic A ammeter
Micrologic P power meter
Micrologic H harmonics
Accessories and test equipment

16
18
20
24
26

Communication
Architecture
Indicate, control, set, etc.

28
29

Connections
Overview of solutions
Optional accessories

30
31

Locking
On the device
On the chassis

32
33

Indication contacts

34

Remote operation
Remote ON/OFF
Remote tripping

36
39

Accessories

40

Source-changeover systems
Presentation
Mechanical interlocking
Electrical interlocking
Associated automatic controllers

41
42
43
44

Dimensions and connection details

Electrical diagrams
Installation recommendations
Protection characteristics

45
65
73
91

11

Performance and
functionality

This chapter describes all the functions

offered by Masterpact NW devices.

General overview
Detailed contents

Circuit breakers and switch-disconnectors

page 14

Ratings:
Masterpact NW 800 to 6300 A.
Circuit breakers type H1, H2, H3, L1.
Switch-disconnectors type HA, HF.
3 or 4 poles.
Fixed or drawout versions.
Option with neutral on the right.
Protection derating.

Micrologic control units

Ammeter A
5.0 selective protection
6.0 selective + earth-fault protection
7.0 selective + earth-leakage protection
Power meter P
5.0 selective protection
6.0 selective + earth-fault protection
7.0 selective + earth-leakage protection
Harmonic meter H*
5.0 selective protection
6.0 selective + earth-fault protection
7.0 selective + earth-leakage protection
External sensor for earth-fault protection.
Rectangular sensor for earth-leakage protection.

page 16

Micrologic 6.0 A

Micrologic 6.0 P

100 %

40 %

menu

long time

long time

Ir
.7
.6
.5
.4

.7
.6
.5
.4

@ 6 Ir

instantaneous

tsd
(s)

D
C
B
A

.3
.2
.1
on

ground fault

.2
.1
2

I t

0
off

delay

tg
F
G
H
J

Ii

.4 .4 .3

setting

Ig

Ir

alarm

tr
8
(s) 4
.9
12
16
.95 2
.98 1
20
24
1
.5

.8

x In

short time

Isd
4
5
3
2.5
6
2
8
1.5
10
x Ir

(s)

.3
.2
.1

I t

.2
.1
0
off

alarm

tr
8
(s) 4
.9
12
16
.95 2
.98 1
20
24
1
.5

.8

x In

@ 6 Ir

instantaneous

short time

Isd
4
5
3
2.5
6
2
8
1.5
10
x Ir

tsd

.4 .4 .3
.2
.3
.1
.2
.1 2 0

Ig
D
C
B
A

on

I t

off

delay

tg
F
G
H
J

Ii

(s)

setting

test

.4 .4 .3

on

6 8 10
4
12
3
15
off
2
x In

(s)

4
3

6 8 10
12
15
off
2
x In
test

.4 .4 .3

.3
.2
.1
on

I t

.2
.1
0
off

ground fault

Setting options (long-time rating plug):

Low setting 0.4 to 0.8 x Ir.
High setting 0.8 to 1 x Ir.
Without long-time protection.
External power-supply module.
Battery module.

Communication

page 28

Modbus + batibus

Connections
Rear connection (horizontal or vertical).
Front connection.
Mixed connections.
Optional accessories.
Interphase barriers.
Disconnectable front-connection adapter.
Shutter position indication and locking.

* Availability to be announced
12

page 30

Performance and
functionality

Locking

page 32

Pushbutton locking by padlockable transparent cover.

OFF-position locking by padlock or keylock.
Chassis locking in disconnected position by keylock.
Chassis locking in connected, disconnected
and test positions.
Door interlock (inhibits door opening with breaker
in connected position).
Racking interlock (inhibits racking with door open).
Racking interlock between crank and OFF pushbutton.
Automatic spring discharge before breaker removal.
Mismatch protection.

Indication contacts

page 34

Standard or low-level contacts:

ON/OFF indication (OF).
fault trip indication (SDE).
Carriage switches for connected (CE),
disconnected (CD) and test (CT) positions.
Programmable contacts:
2 contacts (M2C).
6 contacts (M6C).
M2C contact

OF contact

Remote operation

page 36

Remote ON/OFF:
Gear motor.
XF closing or MX opening voltage releases.
PF ready-to-close contact.
Options: RAR automatic or Res electrical
remote reset:
- BPFE electrical closing pushbutton.
Remote tripping function:
MN voltage release:
- Standard.
- Adjustable or non-adjustable delay.

Gear motor

Or second MX voltage release.

MX, XF and MN voltage

releases

Accessories

page 40

Auxiliary terminal shield.

Operation counter.
Escutcheon.
Transparent cover for escutcheon.

0039

Escutcheon blanking plate.

13

Performance and
functionality

Circuit breakers
and switch-disconnectors
NW08 to NW63
Common characteristics
Number of poles
Rated insulation voltage (V)
Impulse withstand voltage (kV)
Rated operational voltage (V AC 50/60 Hz)
Suitability for isolation
Degree of pollution

3/4
Ui
1000/1250
Uimp
12
Ue
690/1150
BSEN 60947-2
IEC 60664-1 4

Circuit-breaker characteristics as per BSEN 60947-2

Rated current (A)
Rating of 4th pole (A)
Sensor ratings (A)
Type of circuit breaker
Ultimate breaking capacity (kA rms)
V AC 50/60 Hz

Rated service breaking capacity (kA rms)

Rated short-time withstand current (kA rms)
V AC 50/60 Hz
Electrodynamic withstand (kA peak)
Iintegrated instantaneous protection (kA peak 10%)
Rated making capacity (kA peak)
V AC 50/60 Hz

In

at 40C/**50C

Icu

220/415 V
440 V
525 V
690 V
1150 V
% Icu
1s
3s

Ics
Icw

Icm

220/415 V
440 V
525 V
690 V
1150 V

Break time (ms)

Closing time (ms)

Circuit-breaker characteristics as per NEMA AB1

Breaking capacity (kA)
V AC 50/60 Hz

240 V
480 V
600 V

Switch-disconnector characteristics as per BSEN 60947-3

Type of switch-disconnector
Rated making capacity (kA peak)
V AC 50/60 Hz

Icm

Rated short-time withstand current (kA rms)

V AC 50/60 Hz
Ultimate breaking capacity (Icu) with external protection relay,
Maximum delay 350 ms

Icw

220/415 V
440 V
500/690 V
1150 V
1s
3s

Installation, connection and maintenance

Service life
C/O cycles x 1000

Mechanical
Electrical

with maintenance
without maintenance
without maintenance

Motor control (AC3-947-4)

Connection

drawout
fixed

Dimensions (mm)
HxWxD

drawout
fixed

Weight (kg)
(approximate)

drawout
fixed

* See the current-limiting curve in the additional characteristics section.

(1) except 4000 A.
** 50C for rear vertically connected.

14

440 V
690 V
1150 V
690 V
FC
RC
FC
RC
3P
4P
3P
4P
3P/4P
3P/4P

Performance and
functionality

NW08 NW10 NW12 NW16 NW20

NW25 NW32 NW40

NW40b NW50 NW63

800
800
400
to 800

2500
2500
1250
to 2500

4000
4000
2000
to 4000

4000
4000
2000
to 4000

H1
H2
100
150
100
150
100
130
100
100
100 %
100
100
100
100
220
220
without270
220
330
220
330
220
286
220
220
25
25
< 80

1000
1000
400
to 1000
H1
65
65
65
65
-

1250
1250
630
to 1250

1600
1600
800
to 1600

H2
100
100
85
85
-

L1*
150
150
130
100
-

H10
50

65
85
36
50
143
187
without 190
143
220
143
220
143
187
143
187
25
25

30
30
90
80
330
330
286
220
10

50
50
105
without
105
25

65
65
65

100
100
85

150
150
100

HA
105
105
105
50
36
50

HF
187
187
187
85
75
85

H1
H2
65
100
65
100
65
85
65
85
100 %
65
85
36
50
143
187
without 190
143
220
143
220
143
187
143
187
25
25
< 70

H3
150
150
130
100
-

L1*
150
150
130
100
-

H10
50

65
65
190
150
330
330
286
220
25

30
30
90
80
330
330
286
220
10

50
50
105
without
105
25

65
65
65

100
100
85

150
150
100

150
150
100

HA10
105
50
50
50

HA
105
105
105
50
36
50

HF
187
187
187
85
75
85

0.5
c
c
-

20
10
8
6
6
c
c
c
c

100 %

< 70

25
12.5
10
10
10
10
10
10
c
c
c
c
c
c
c
c
439 x 441 x 395
439 x 556 x 395
352 x 422x 297
352 x 537x 297
90/120
60/80

3
3
c
c
-

2000
2000
1000
to 2000

8
6
6
c
c
c
c

2
2
6
c
c
-

3
3
c
c
-

3200
3200
1600
to 3200

H1
H2
65
100
65
100
65
85
65
85
100 %
65
85
36
50
143
187
without 190
143
220
143
220
143
187
143
187
25
25
< 70

H3
150
150
130
100
-

H10
50

65
65
190
150
330
330
286
220
25

50
50
105
without
105
25

65
65
65

100
100
85

150
150
100

100
100
100

HA10
105
50
50
50

HA
121
121
121
55
55
55

HF
187
187
187
85
75
85

HA10
105
50
50
50

HA
187
187
187
85
85
85

0.5
c
c
-

20
10
5
2.5
2.5
c
c
c (1)
c

5
2.5
2.5
c
c
c (1)
c

1.25
1.25
2.5
c
c
-

5000
5000
2500
to 5000

6300
6300
3200
to 6300

150
150
100

10
5
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
c
c
c
c
479 x 786 x 395
479 x 1016 x 395
352 x 767x 297
352 x 997x 297
225/300
120/160

0.5
c
c
-

Sensor selection
Sensor rating (A)
Ir threshold
setting (A)

400
160
to 400

630
250
to 630

800
320
to 800

1000
400
to 1000

1250
500
to 1250

1600
630
to 1600

2000
800
to 2000

2500
1000
to 2500

3200
1250
to 3200

4000
1600
to 4000

5000
2000
to 5000

6300
2500
to 6300

15

Performance and
functionality

Micrologic control units

Overview of functions

All Masterpact circuit breakers can be

equipped with a Micrologic control unit.
Control units are designed to protect Power
circuits and loads. Alarms may be
programmed for remote indications.
Measurements of current, voltage,
frequency, power and power quality
optimise continuity of service and energy
management.

Dependability
The use of an ASIC electronic component for protection functions in all Micrologic
control units, guarantees a high degree of reliability and immunity to conducted or
radiated disturbances.
On Micrologic A, P and H* control units, advanced functions are managed by an
independent microprocessor.

Micrologic name codes

5.0 A
X Y

Micrologic 5: selective protection

t

X: type of protection
c 5 for selective protection.
c 6 for selective + earth-fault protection.
c 7 for selective + earth-leakage protection.
Y: control-unit generation
Identification of the control-unit generation.
0 signifies the first generation.
Z: type of measurement
c A for ammeter.
c P for power meter.

Ir

Isd

Ii

Protection:
long time + short time + instantaneous

Micrologic 6: selective + earth-fault protection

t

Ir

Isd

Ii

Ig

Protection:
long time
+ short time
+ instantaneous
+ earth fault

Micrologic 7: selective + earth-leakage protection

t

* Availability to be announced
16

Ir

Isd

Ii

In

Protection:
long time
+ short time
+ instantaneous
+ earth leakage

Performance and
functionality

Measurements and programmable protection

A: ammeter
I1, I2, I3, IN, Iearth-fault, Iearth-leakage measurement and display
Fault indications.
Settings in amperes and in seconds.

P: A + power meter + programmable protection

Measurements of V, A, W, VAR, VA, Wh, VARh, VAh, Hz, Vpeak, Apeak, power factor and max
and min readings.
IDMTL long-time protection, minimum and maximum voltage and frequency, voltage and
current imbalance, phase sequence, reverse power.
Load shedding and reconnection depending on power or current.
Measurements of interrupted currents, differentiated fault indications, maintenance
indications, event histories and time-stamping, etc.

H: P + harmonics

Power quality: fundamentals, distortion, amplitude and phase of harmonics up to the 51st
order.
Waveform capture after fault, alarm or open request.
Enhanced alarm programming: thresholds and actions.

5.0 A

5.0 P

Micrologic 6.0 A

5.0 H*

Micrologic 6.0 P

Micrologic 6.0 P

100 %

40 %

menu

long time

Ir
.7
.6
.5
.4

Ir
.7
.6
.5
.4

@ 6 Ir

instantaneous

tsd
(s)

.3
.2
.1

on

I t

.2
.1
0
off

.7
.6
.5
.4

12
16
20
24

@ 6 Ir

(s)

.3
.2
.1

on

I t

.2
.1
0
off

6 8 10
4
12
3
15
off
2
x In

delay

.8

alarm

tr
8
(s) 4
.9
.95
2
.98 1
1
.5

12
16
20
24

@ 6 Ir

instantaneous

Isd
4
5
3
2.5
6
2
8
1.5
10
x Ir

Ii

.4 .4 .3

x In

short time

instantaneous

tsd

setting

test

Ir

alarm

tr
8
(s) 4
.9
.95
2
1
.98
1
.5

Isd
4
5
3
2.5
6
2
8
1.5
10
x Ir

6 8 10
4
12
3
15
off
2
x In

delay

setting

.8

x In

short time

Ii

.4 .4 .3

long time

long time

alarm

tr
8
(s) 4
.9
12
16
.95 2
.98 1
20
24
1
.5

.8

x In

short time

Isd
4
5
3
2.5
6
2
8
1.5
10
x Ir

tsd
(s)

.3
.2
.1

on

I t

setting

test

Ii

.4 .4 .3
.2
.1
0
off

4
3

6 8 10
12
15
off
2
x In

delay

test

.4

off

6.0 A

6.0 P

Micrologic 6.0 A

6.0 H*

Micrologic 6.0 P

Micrologic 6.0 P

100 %

40 %

menu

.7
.6
.5
.4

.7
.6
.5
.4

@ 6 Ir

(s)

D
C
B
A

.3
.2
.1
on

I t

.2
.1
0
off

6 8 10
4
12
3
15
off
2
x In

delay

F
G
H
J

Ig

.4 .4 .3
.2
.3
.1
.2
.1 2 0

(s)

on

D
C
B
A

.3
.2
.1
on

I t

.2
.1
0
off

6 8 10
4
12
3
15
off
2
x In

delay

Ig
D
C
B
A

7.0 P

instantaneous

tsd
(s)

Ii

.4 .4 .3

.3
.2
.1
on

I t

.2
.1
0
off

4
3

6 8 10
12
15
off
2
x In

delay

test

tg
F
G
H
J

.4 .4 .3
.2
.3
.1
.2
.1 2 0

(s)

on

I t

off

ground fault

ground fault

Micrologic 6.0 A

@ 6 Ir

off

I t

alarm

tr
8
(s) 4
.9
12
16
.95 2
.98 1
20
24
1
.5

setting

test

.4 .4 .3
.2
.3
.1
.2
.1 2 0

(s)

on

.8

Isd
4
5
3
2.5
6
2
8
1.5
10
x Ir

Ii

.4 .4 .3

x In

short time

instantaneous
(s)

tg
F
G
H
J

off

I t

ground fault

7.0 A

.7
.6
.5
.4

@ 6 Ir

tsd

setting

test

tg

Ir

alarm

tr
8
(s) 4
.9
12
16
.95 2
.98 1
20
24
1
.5

.8

Isd
4
5
3
2.5
6
2
8
1.5
10
x Ir

Ii

.4 .4 .3

x In

short time

instantaneous

tsd

setting

Ig

Ir

alarm

tr
8
(s) 4
.9
12
16
.95 2
20
.98 1
24
.5
1

.8

x In

short time

Isd
4
5
3
2.5
6
2
8
1.5
10
x Ir

long time

long time

long time

Ir

7.0 H*

Micrologic 6.0 P

Micrologic 6.0 P

100 %

40 %

menu

long time

Ir
.7
.6
.5
.4

.7
.6
.5
.4
instantaneous

(s)

D
C
B
A

Ii

.4 .4 .3

.3
.2
.1
on

setting

Ig

Ir

@ 6 Ir

tsd

.2
.1
2

I t

0
off

delay

.4 .4 .3
.2
.3
.1
.2
.1 2 0

(s)

on

I t

6 8 10
4
12
3
15
off
2
x In

off

ground fault

.8

x In

.7
.6
.5
.4

@ 6 Ir

instantaneous

tsd
(s)

D
C
B
A

Ii

.4 .4 .3

.3
.2
.1
on

setting

Ig

.2
.1
2

I t

0
off

delay

ground fault

.4 .4 .3
.2
.3
.1
.2
.1 2 0

(s)

on

I t

6 8 10
4
12
3
15
off
2
x In
test

tg
F
G
H
J

Ir

alarm

tr
8
(s) 4
.9
12
16
.95 2
.98 1
20
24
1
.5

short time

Isd
4
5
3
2.5
6
2
8
1.5
10
x Ir

test

tg
F
G
H
J

long time

long time

alarm

tr
8
(s) 4
.9
12
16
.95 2
.98 1
20
24
1
.5

.8

x In

short time

Isd
4
5
3
2.5
6
2
8
1.5
10
x Ir

alarm

tr
8
(s) 4
.9
12
16
.95 2
.98 1
20
24
1
.5

.8

x In

@ 6 Ir

instantaneous

short time

Isd
4
5
3
2.5
6
2
8
1.5
10
x Ir

tsd

.4 .4 .3
.2
.3
.1
.2
.1 2 0

on

setting

Ig
D
C
B
A

Ii

(s)

I t

off

delay

4
3

6 8 10
12
15
off
2
x In
test

tg
F
G
H
J

off

.4 .4 .3
.2
.3
.1
.2
.1 2 0

(s)

on

I t

off

ground fault

* Available June 2002

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Control units
Micrologic A ammeter

Performance and
functionality

In addition to power circuit protection,

micrologic A control units offer:
Measurements, display, communication
and current maximeters. Version 6
provides earth-fault protection, version 7
provides earth-leakage protection.

Micrologic 6.0 A

9
10
t= In=
tsd= tr=
Isd=
Ii= Ir=
Ig=
tg=

MAX
s
kA

11

100 %
12
40 %

Protection settings ........................................................

Protection thresholds and delays are set using the adjustment dials, with
the selected values momentarily displayed in amperes and in seconds.
Setting accuracy may be enhanced by limiting the setting range using a different
long-time rating plug (0.8 to 1 x In).
Overload protection
True rms long-time protection.
Thermal memory: thermal image before and after tripping.
Short-circuit protection
Short-time (rms) and instantaneous protection.
Selection of I2t type (ON or OFF) for short-time delay.
Earth fault protection
Unrestricted earth fault(restricted on request).
Selection of I2t type (ON or OFF) for delay.
Residual earth-leakage protection (Vigi).
Operation without an external power supply.
d Protected against nuisance tripping.
k DC-component withstand class A up to 10 A.
Neutral protection
On four-pole circuit breakers, neutral protection may be set using a three-position
switch: neutral unprotected (4P 3t), neutral protection at 0.5 In (4P 3t + N/2),
neutral protection at 100% In (4P 4t).
For 3 Pole devices please refer to Micrologic P.
Zone selective interlocking (ZSI)
A ZSI terminal block may be used to interconnect a number of control units to
provide total discrimination for short-time and earth-fault protection, without a delay
before tripping.

Ammeter measurements ...........................................

13

menu

long time

Ir
.7
.6
.5
.4

x In

@ 6 Ir

instantaneous

short time

Isd
4
5
3
2.5
6
2
8
1.5
10
x Ir

tsd
(s)

D
C
B
A

.3
.2
.1
on

.2
.1
0
I t off
2

delay

tg
F
G
H
J

Ii

.4 .4 .3

setting

Ig

alarm

tr
8
(s) 4
.9
12
16
.95 2
.98 1
20
24
1
.5

.8

(s)

on

.2
.1
2

I t

6 8 10
12
15
off
2
x In
test

.4 .4 .3

.3
.2
.1

4
3

6
8

0
off

ground fault

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13

Long-time current setting and tripping delay.

Overload signal (LED).
Short-time pick-up and tripping delay.
Instantaneous pick-up.
Earth-leakage or earth-fault pick-up and tripping delay.
Earth-leakage or earth-fault test button.
Long-time rating plug screw.
Test connector.
Lamp test, reset and battery test.
Indication of tripping cause.
Digital display.
Three-phase bargraph and ammeter.
Navigation buttons.

Note.

Micrologic A control units come with a transparent leadseal cover as standard.

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menu

Micrologic A control units measure the true rms value of currents.

A digital LCD screen continuously displays the most heavily loaded phase (Imax)
or displays the I1, I2, I3, IN, Ig, In, stored interrupted current (maximeter) and setting
values by scrolling through with the navigation button.

Communication option
In conjunction with the COM communication option, the control unit transmits the
following:
c Setting values.
c All ammeter measurements.
c Tripping causes.
c Maximeter reset.

Performance and
functionality

Protection

Micrologic 2.0 A

Long time
Current setting (A)
Ir = In x
Tripping between 1.05 and 1.20 x Ir
Time delay (s)
tr at 1.5 x Ir
Accuracy: 0 to -20 %
tr at 6 x Ir
tr ay 7.2 x Ir
Thermal memory
Instantaneous
Pick-up (A)
Accuracy: 10 %
Time delay

Isd = Ir x

600
24
16.6

10

Ir

tr

Isd
I

menu

I1 max

I2 max

I1

I2

I3 max

IN max

I3 IN

Micrologic 5.0 / 6.0 / 7.0 A

Long time
Current setting (A)
Ir = In x
Tripping between 1.05 and 1.20 x Ir
Time delay (s)
tr at 1.5 x Ir
Accuracy: 0 to -20 %
tr at 6 x Ir
tr at 7.2 x Ir
Thermal memory

Time delay (ms)

at In or 1200 A

2.5

500
20
13.8

Micrologic 2.0 A

Protection

Earth fault
Pick up (A)
Accuracy: 10 %

Continuous current measurements

Measurements from 20 to 200 % of In
Accuracy: 1.5% (including sensors)*
Maximeters

Instantaneous
Pick-up (A)
Accuracy: 10 %

1.5

0.98

fixed: 20 ms

Ammeter

Short time
Pick-up (A)
Accuracy: 10 %
Time delay (ms) at 10 Ir

0.4
0.5
0.6
0.7
0.8
0.9
0.95
other ranges or disable by changing rating plug
12.5 25
50
100
200
300
400
0.5 1
2
4
8
12
16
0.34 0.69 1.38 2.7
5.5
8.3
11
20 minutes before and after tripping

Micrologic 5.0 / 6.0 / 7.0 A

0.4
0.5
0.6
0.7
0.8
0.9
0.95
other ranges or disable by changing rating plug
12.5 25
50
100
200
300
400
0.5
1
2
4
8
12
16
0.34 0.69 1.38 2.7
5.5
8.3
11
20 minutes before and after tripping

0.98

500
20
13.8

600
24
16.6

10

Ir
tr
Isd
tsd

Isd = Ir x

1.5

2.5

I2t Off
I2t On
tsd (max resettable time)
tsd (max break time)

0
20
80

0.1
0.1
80
140

0.2
0.2
140
200

0.3
0.3
230
320

0.4
0.4
350
500

Ii = In x

10

12

15

off

Ig = In x
In i 400 A
400 A < In i 1200 A
In > 1200 A
settings
I2t Off
I2t On
tg (max resettable time)
tg (max break time)

Micrologic 6.0 A
A
B
C
0.3
0.3
0.4
0.2
0.3
0.4
500
640
720
0
0.1
0.2
0.1
0.2
20
80
140
80
140
200

D
0.5
0.5
800
0.3
0.3
230
320

E
0.6
0.6
880
0.4
0.4
350
500

F
0.7
0.7
960

G
0.8
0.8
1040

H
0.9
0.9
1120

J
1
1
1200

Micrologic 7.0 A
0.5
1
2

60
80
140

350
350
500

800
800
1000

settings

Residual earth leakage (Vigi)

Sensitivity (A)
In
Accuracy: 0 to -20 %
Time delay (ms.)
settings
tn (max resettable time)
tn (max break time)

Ammeter
Continuous current measurements
Measurements from 20 to 200 % of In
Accuract: 1.5 % (including sensors)*
Maximeters

140
140
200

230
230
320

I2

I3

IN

Ig

I1 max

I2 max

I3 max

IN max Ig max

I t on

Ig
2

tg

I t off

10

20

30

In
tn

I
menu

Micrologic 5.0 / 6.0 / 7.0 A

I1

Ii

In
In max

Note.
All current-based protection functions require no additional power source.
The reset button resets alarms, maximeters and stored interrupted-current indications.
* Ammeter display is lost when current falls below 20% of In.

19

Performance and
functionality

Control units
Micrologic P power

Micrologic P control units include all the

functions offered by Micrologic A.
In addition, they measure voltages and
calculate power and energy values.
They also offer new protection functions
based on current, voltages, frequency and
power based load protection.

Protection settings ........................................................

Micrologic 6.0 P

9
10

I (A)
Trip

2000A
11

24s

Programmable alarms and other protection ......................

20 kA
0.4s
Off

13
14

12

long time

Ir
.7
.6
.5
.4

tr

.8

.9
.95
.98
1

x In

(s) 4

2
1
.5

alarm

12
16
20
24

@ 6 Ir

instantaneous

short time

Isd
4
5
3
2.5
6
2
8
1.5
10
x Ir

16

tsd
(s)

D
C
B
A

.3
.2
.1
on

.2
.1
0
I t off
2

delay

tg
F
G
H
J

Ii

.4 .4 .3

setting

Ig

Depending on the set thresholds and time delays, the Micrologic P control unit
monitors currents and voltage, power, frequency and the phase sequence. Each
threshold overrun is signalled remotely via the COM option and may be combined
with tripping (protection) or an indication carried out by an optional M2C or M6C
programmable contact (alarm), or both (protection and alarm).

Load shedding and reconnection ........................................

Load shedding and reconnection parameters may be set according to the power or
the current flowing through the circuit breaker. Load shedding is carried out by a
supervisor via the COM option or by an M2C or M6C programmable contact.

15

The adjustable protection functions are identical to those of Micrologic A

(overloads, short-circuits, earth-fault and earth-leakage protection).
Double setting
Within the range determined by the adjustment dial, fine adjustment of thresholds
(to within one ampere) and time delays (to within one second) is possible with the
keypad or remotely via the COM option.
IDMTL setting
Coordination with fuse-type or medium-voltage protection systems is optimised by
adjusting the slope of the overload-protection curve.
Neutral protection
On three-pole circuit breakers, neutral protection may be set using the keypad or
remotely using the COM option, to one of four positions: neutral unprotected (4P
3t), neutral protection at 0.5 In (4P 3t + N/2), neutral protection at In (4P 4t) and
neutral protection at 2 In (4P 3t + 2N). Neutral protection at 2 In is used when the
neutral conductor is twice the size of the phase conductors (major load imbalance,
high level of third order harmonics).
On four-pole circuit breakers, neutral protection may be set using a three-position
switch or the keypad: neutral unprotected (4P 3t), neutral protection at 0.5 In (4P 3t
+ N/2), neutral protection at In (4P 4t). IDMTL protection settings offer three phase
protection only.

(s)

on

.2
.1
2

I t

6 8 10
12
15
off
2
x In
test

.4 .4 .3

.3
.2
.1

4
3

Measurements .......................................................................
The Micrologic P control unit calculates (in real time) all the electrical values (V, A,
W, VAR, VA, Wh, VARh, VAh, Hz), power factors and crest factors.
The Micrologic P control unit also calculates demand current and demand power
over an adjustable time period.
In the event of tripping on a fault, the interrupted current is stored. The optional
external power supply makes it possible to display the value with the circuit breaker
open.

Histories and maintenance indicators ................................

The last ten trips and alarms are recorded in two separate history files.
Maintenance indications (contact wear, operation cycles, etc.) are recorded for
local access.

0
off

ground fault

Indication option via programmable contacts

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16

Long-time current setting and tripping delay.

Overload signal (LED).
Short-time pick-up and tripping delay.
Instantaneous pick-up.
Earth-leakage or earth-fault pick-up and tripping delay.
Earth-leakage or earth-fault test button.
Long-time rating plug screw.
Test connector.
Lamp + battery test and indications reset.
Indication of tripping cause.
High-resolution screen.
Measurement display.
Maintenance indicators.
Protection settings.
Navigation buttons.
Hole for settings lockout pin on transparent cover.

Note.
Micrologic P control units come with a non-transparent
lead-seal cover as standard.

20

The M2C (two contacts) and M6C (six contacts) auxiliary contacts may be used to
signal threshold overruns or status changes. They can be programmed using the
keypad on the Micrologic P control unit or remotely using the COM option.

Communication option (COM)

The communication option may be used to:
c Remotely read and set parameters for the protection functions.
c Transmit all the calculated indicators and measurements.
c Signal the causes of tripping and alarms.
c Consult the history files and the maintenance-indicator register.
An event log and a maintenance register, stored in control-unit memory but not
available locally, may be accessed in addition via the COM option.

Performance and
functionality

Protection

Micrologic 5.0 / 6.0 / 7.0 P

Long time (rms)

Current setting (A)
Ir = In x
Tripping between 1.05 and 1.20 x Ir
Time delay (s)
tr at 1.5 x Ir
Accuracy: 0 to -20 %
tr at 6 x Ir
tr at 7.2 x Ir
IDMTL setting
curve slope
Thermal memory
Short time (rms)
Pick-up (A)
Accuracy: 10 %
Time delay (ms.) at 10 x Ir

Instantaneous
Pick-up (A)
Accuracy: 10 %
Earth fault
Pick-up (A)
Accuracy: 10 %

Time delay (ms.) at 10 x Ir

1.5

2.5

Off
I2t On
tsd (max resettable time)
tsd (max break time)

0
20
80

0.1
0.1
80
140

0.2
0.2
140
200

0.3
0.3
230
320

0.4
0.4
350
500

Ii = In x

Ig = In x
In i 400 A
400 A < In i 1200 A
In > 1200 A
settings
I2t Off
I2t On
tg (max resettable time)
tg (max break time)

Micrologic 6.0 P
A
B
C
0.3
0.3
0.4
0.2
0.3
0.4
500
640
720
0
0.1
0.2
0.1
0.2
20
80
140
80
140
200

settings

I2t

Alarms and other protection

Voltage
Voltage imbalance
Minimum voltage
Maximum voltage
Power
Reverse power
Frequency
Minimum frequency
Maximum frequency
Phase sequence
Sequence

500
20
13.8

600
24
16.6

Ir

tr
IDMTL

10

10

12

15

OFF

D
0.5
0.5
800
0.3
0.3
230
320

E
0.6
0.6
880
0.4
0.4
350
500

F
0.7
0.7
960

G
0.8
0.8
1040

H
0.9
0.9
1120

J
1
1
1200

Isd
tsd

Micrologic 7.0 P
0.5
1
2

10

60
60
140

350
350
500

800
800
1000

140
140
200

230
230
320

I t on

Ig
2

I t off

tg

20

30

In
tn

Micrologic 5.0 / 6.0 / 7.0 P

Iimbalance
Imax demand: I1, I2, I3, IN, Ig

threshold
0.05 to 0.6 Imax
0.4 In at short-time pick-up

time delay
1 to 40 s.
0 to 1500 s.

Uimbalance
Umin
Umax

0.02 to 0.3 Uaverage

60 to 690 V between phases
100 to 930 V between phases

1 to 40 s.
0.2 to 5 s.
0.2 to 5 s.

5 to 500 kW

0.2 to 20 s.

45 to 400 Hz
45 to 540 Hz

0.2 to 5 s.
0.2 to 5 s.

t
threshold
threshold

delay
rP
Fmin
Fmax

Load shedding and reconnection

Measured value
Current
Power

0.98

Ii

Isd = Ir x

Residual earth leakage (Vigi)

Sensitivity (A)
In
Accuracy: 0 to -20 %
Time delay (ms.)
settings
tn (max resettable time)
tn (max break time)

Current
Current imbalance
Maximum demand current

Micrologic 5.0 / 6.0 / 7.0 P

0.4
0.5
0.6
0.7
0.8
0.9
0.95
other ranges or disable by changing rating plug
12.5 25
50
100
200
300
400
0.5
1
2
4
8
12
16
0.34 0.69 1.38 2.7
5.5
8.3
11
SIT
VIT
EIT
HVFuse DT
20 minutes before and after tripping

I
P

1/2/3 or 1/3/2

delay
0

I/U/P/F

instantaneous

Micrologic 5.0 / 6.0 / 7.0 P

threshold
0.5 to 1 Ir per phases
200 kW to 10 MW

time delay
20% tr to 80% tr.
10 to 3600 s.

t
threshold
threshold

delay

delay
I/P

Note.
All current-based protection functions require no additional power supplies .
Voltage-based protection functions are connected to AC power via a voltage
measurement input built into the circuit breaker.

21

Control units
Micrologic P power

Performance and
functionality

Imax

3850A
N 1 2 3
100

instant.

I1
I2

=
=

4800A
4600A

I3

4000A

IN

=
=

200A
13A

50

Reset ( + / - )

Navigation from one display to another is intuitive. The six buttons on the keypad
provide access to the menus and easy selection of values. When the setting cover
is closed, the keypad may no longer be used to access the protection settings, but
still provides access to the displays for measurements, histories, indicators, etc.

Measurements .......................................................................
Instantaneous values
The value displayed on the screen is refreshed every second.
Minimum and maximum values of measurements are stored in the memory
(minimeters and maximeters).

Currents
Default display

Display of a maximum
current

I rms
I max rms

Pinst.

U inst.
U12 =
U23 =
U31 =
U1N =
U2N =
U3N =

400V
404V
401V
230V
229V
233V

(kW)
+2180

(kVAR)
-650

(kVA)
+2280

A
A
A
A

1
2
e-fault
1
2
e-fault

3
N
e-leakage
3
N
e-leakage

V
V
V
%

12
23
31
1N
2N
3N
(U12 + U23 + U31) / 3

Voltages
U rms
V rms
U average rms
U imbalance

Power, energy
P active, Q reactive, S apparent
E active, E reactive, E apparent

W, Var, VA
Wh, VARh, VAh

Power factory

PF

totals
totals consumed - supplied
totals consumed
totals supplied
total

Frequencies
Display of a voltage

F (Hz)

Display of a power

P
Pdemand
demande
PActive P (kW)
2180 kW +2180

60.0

QRactive (kVAR)
Q
- 650 kVAR -650
S
(kVA)
Apparente+2280
S
2280 kVA

Display of a frequency

Display of a demand power

Hz

Demand metering
The demand is calculated over a fixed or sliding time window that may be
programmed from 5 to 60 minutes. According to the contract signed with the power
supplier, an indicator associated with a load shedding function makes it possible to
avoid or minimise the costs of overrunning the subscribed power. Maximum
demand values are systematically stored and time stamped (maximeter).
Currents
I demand
I max demand

A
A
A
A

1
2
e-fault
1
2
e-fault

3
N
e-leakage
3
N
e-leakage

Power
P, Q, S demand
P, Q, S max demand

W, Var, VA
W, Var, VA

totals
totals

Minimeters and maximeters

Only the current and power maximeters may be displayed on the screen.

Histories .................................................................................

Trip
history
Ir
03/08/1999

Isd
27/07/1999

Umax
30/06/1999

Display of a tripping history

22

Trip
03/08/1999
12:02:36
Ir =

1000A

I1 =

1200A

I2 =
I3 =

1430A
1060A

IN =

53A

Display after tripping

The last ten trips and alarms are recorded in two separate history files that may be
displayed on the screen.
c Tripping history:
v Type of fault.
v Date and time.
v Values measured at the time of tripping (interrupted current, etc.).
c Alarm history:
v Type of fault.
v Date and time.
v Values measured at the time of the alarm.

Maintenance indicators ........................................................

A number of maintenance indicators may be called up on the screen:
c Contact wear.
c Operation counter:
v Cumulative total.
v Total since last reset.

Performance and
functionality

With the communication option additional measurements,

maximeters and minimeters are available

Schneider PowerLogic software. Event Log display

The following measured or calculated values are only accessible with the COM
communication option:
c I peak / r, (I1 + I2 + I3)/3, I imbalance.
c Load level in % Ir.
c Total power factor.
The maximeters and minimeters are available only via the COM option for use with
a supervisor.
Event log
All events are time stamped.
c Trips.
c Beginning and end of alarms.
c Modifications to settings and parameters.
c Counter reset.
c System faults:
v Fallback position.
v Thermal self-protection.
c Loss of time.
c Overrun of wear indicators.
c Test-kit connections.
Maintenance register
Used as an aid in troubleshooting and to plan for device maintenance operations.
c Highest current measured.
c Operation counter.
c Number of test-kit connections.
c Number of trips in operating mode and in test mode.
c Contact-wear indicator.

Additional technical characteristics

Setting the display language
System messages may be displayed in six different languages. The desired language is
selected via the keypad.
Protection functions
All current-based protection functions require no auxiliary source. Voltage-based
protection functions are connected to AC power via a voltage measurement input built
into the circuit breaker.
Measurement functions
Measurement functions are independent of the protection functions.
The high-accuracy measurement module operates independently of the protection
module, while remaining synchronised with protection events.
Measurement-calculation mode
c Measurement functions are based on the new zero blind time concept which
continuously measures signals at a high sampling rate, rather than the traditional
blind window process. This method ensures accurate energy calculations even for
highly variable loads (welding machines, robots, etc.).
c Energies are calculated on the basis of the instantaneous power values, in two ways:
v The traditional mode where only positive (consumed) energies are considered
v The signed mode where the positive (consumed) and negative (supplied) energies
are considered separately.
Accuracy of measurements (including sensors)
c Voltage (V) 1%.
c Current (A) 1.5%.
c Frequency (Hz) 0.1 Hz.
c Power (W) and energy (Wh) 2.5%.
Stored information
The fine setting adjustments, the last 100 events and the maintenance register remain in
the control-unit memory even when power is lost.
Time-stamping
Time-stamping is activated only if an external power supply module is present (max. drift
of 1 hour per year).
Reset
An individual reset, via the keypad or via COM, acts on alarms, minimum and maximum
data, peak values, the counters and indicators.

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Performance and
functionality

Control units
Micrologic H harmonics

Micrologic H control units include all the

functions offered by Micrologic P.
Integrating significantly enhanced
calculation and memory functions, the
Micrologic H control unit offers in-depth
analysis of power quality and detailed
event diagnostics.

In addition to the Micrologic P functions, the Micrologic H control unit offers:

c In-depth analysis of power quality including calculation of harmonics and the
fundamentals.
c Diagnostics aid and event analysis through waveform capture.
c Enhanced alarm programming to analyse and track down a disturbance on the
AC power system.

(A)

The Micrologic H* control unit offers all the measurements carried out by Micrologic
P, with the addition of:
c Phase by phase measurements of:
v Power, energy.
v Power factors.
c Calculation of:
v Current and voltage total harmonic distortion (THD).
v Current, voltage and power fundamentals (50 Hz).
v Current and voltage harmonics up to the 51st order.
Instantaneous values displayed on the screen.

(V)

I rms

Micrologic 7.0 H

I
U
P
E

Measurements .......................................................................

Currents

(kW)

I max rms

(kWh)

A
A
A
A

1
2
e-fault
1
2
e-fault

3
N
e-leakage
3
N
e-leakage

V
V
V
%

12
23
31
1N
2N
3N
(U12 + U23 + U31) / 3

Voltages
U rms
V rms
U average rms
U imbalance

Harmonics

Power, energy
P active, Q reactive, S apparent
E active, E reactive, E apparent

W, Var, VA
Wh, VARh, VAh

Power factor

PF

totals 1
2
3
totals consumed - supplied
totals consumed
totals supplied
total 1
2
3

Frequencies
F

long time

Ir
.6
.5
.4

x In

Power-quality indicators

@ 6 Ir

instantaneous

short time

Isd
4
5
3
2.5
6
2
8
1.5
10
x Ir

tsd
(s)

3
2
1
.5

.2
.1
0
2
I t off

.3
.2
.1
on

setting

delay
(ms)

230
10
140
20
30
60
7

Ii

6 8 10
4
12
3
15
off
2
x In
test

In
(A)

.4 .4 .3

Hz

alarm

tr
8
(s) 4
.9
12
16
.95 2
.98 1
20
24
1
.5

.8

.7

350
800

Total fundamentals
THD
U and I harmonics

U I
U I
3 5

%
amplitude

11 13

Similar to the Micrologic P control unit, the demand values are calculated over a
fixed or sliding time window that may be set from 5 to 60 minutes.
Currents
I demand

A
A
A
A

1
2
e-fault
1
2
e-fault

Power
P, Q, S demand
P, Q, S max demand

W, Var, VA
W, Var, VA

totals
totals

Maximeters
Only the current maximeters may be displayed on the screen.

Histories and maintenance indicators

These functions are identical to those of the Micrologic P.

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Demand measurements

I max demand

Micrologic H control units come with a non-transparent

lead-seal cover as standard.

Harmonics 3, 5, 7, 9, 11 and 13, monitored by electrical utilities, are displayed on the

screen.

earth leakage

Note.

P Q S

3
N
e-leakage
3
N
e-leakage

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functionality

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File

Time

With the communication option additional measurements,

maximeters and minimeters are available

Tools Window Help

Sampling Mode : MANUAL

5 seconds

Event

Module

Phase A-N Voltage - Harmonics Analysis

Phase 1-N

1,20

Harmonics(RMS)

Fundamental:

1,00

RMS:
RMS-H:

% Fundamental

0,80

Peak:
CF:
THD:

H1: 118.09
H2: 0.01
H3: 0.45
H4: 0.03
H5: 0.45
H6: 0.04
H7: 1.27
H8: 0.05
H9: 0.42
H10: 0.01
H11: 1.03
H12: 0.07

0,60
OK

0,40

0,20
0,00
H2

H3

H4

H5

H6

H7

H8

H9

H10

H11

H12

Harmonics

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Reports

Tools Window Help

5 seconds

Sampling Mode : MANUAL

Phase A Current

Phase A-N Voltage

642

167

321

83

0
17

-83

33

50

66

17

-321

33

66

50

Your Specific Device - Phase A-N Voltage

-642

-167

Harmonics(RMS)

Phase B-N Voltage

Fundamental:

118.08

RMS:

118.11

RMS-H:

167

2.38

Peak:

83

166.86

CF:

1.41

0
17

-83

33

50

THD:

2.02

-167

H1: 118.09
H2: 0.01
H3: 0.45
H4: 0.03
H5: 0.45
H6: 0.04
H7: 1.27
H8: 0.05
H9: 0.42
H10: 0.01
H11: 1.03
H12: 0.07

The following measured or calculated values are only accessible with the COM
communication option:
c I peak / r, (I1 + I2 + I3)/3, I imbalance
c Load level in % Ir.
c Power factor (total and per phase).
c Voltage and current THD.
c K factors of currents and average K factor.
c Crest factors of currents and voltages.
c All fundamentals per phase.
c Fundamental current and voltage phase displacement.
c Distortion power and distortion factor, phase by phase.
c Amplitude and displacement of current and voltage harmonics 3 to 51.
The maximeters and minimeters are available only via the COM option for use with
a supervisory system.
Waveform capture
The Micrologic H control unit stores the last 12 cycles of each instantaneous
current or voltage measurement. On request or automatically on programmed
events, the control unit stores the waveforms. The waveforms may be displayed in
the form of oscillograms by a supervisory system via the COM option.
Enhanced alarm programming
Each instantaneous value can be compared to user-set, high and low threshold
overrun to generate an alarm. An alarm or combinations of alarms can be linked to
programmable actions, including circuit-breaker opening, activation of a M2C or
M6C contact, selective recording of measurements in a log and waveform capture.
Event log and maintenance registers
The Micrologic H offers the same event log and maintenance register functions as
the Micrologic P.

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Event
08:49:06
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07:48:57
07:48:38
07:48:22
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07:44:59
07:44:59

Module

Net Server Shutdown

User Log Out
DB Table Change
DB Table Change
DB Table Change
User Log In
Security Check
Net Server Started
User Log In
Net Server Shutdown
Security Check
Net server Started
User Log IN
IPC Error
DB Table Change
DB Table Change
DB Table Change
DB Table Change
DB Table Change
DB Table Change
DB Table Change
DB Table Change
Setup: Device Name Change
Setup: Device Added
Setup: Device Name Change
Setup: Device Added
User Log In
Security Check
Net Server Started

User : master
User : master
User : master
User : master
User : master
User : master
Key Status : Key Found
User : master

PowerLogic Network
SMS-3000 Client
Alarm Setup
Alarm Setup
Alarm Setup
SMS-3000 Client
PowerLogic Network
Level : 1
PowerLogic Network
Event/Alarm/Network
User : master
Level : 1
PowerLogic Network
Key Status : Key Found
PowerLogic Network
User : master
Level : 1
PowerLogic Network
Event/Alarm/Network
User : NA
Err : 109
SMS-3000 Client
User : -1
Logger Template Devices Logger Setup
User : -1
Logger Template Topics Logger Setup
User : -1
Logger Templates
Logger Setup
User : master
Analog Levels Assigned Alarm Setup
User : master
Analog Levels Template Alarm Setup
User : master
Functions
Alarm Setup
User : master
Digital Levels Assigned
Alarm Setup
User : master
Analog Levels Assigned Alarm Setup
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Device Setup
Device : MicroLogic Breaker User :master
Device Setup
Device : Transformer Temp User : master
Device Setup
Device : Transformer Temp User :master
Device Setup
User : master
User Level : 1
SMS-3000 Client
Key Status : Key Found
PowerLogic Network
User :master
Level : 1
PowerLogic Network

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Setting the display language

System messages may be displayed in six different languages. The desired language is
selected via the keypad.
Protection functions
All current-based protection functions require no auxiliary source. Voltage-based
protection functions are connected to AC power via a voltage measurement input built
into the circuit breaker.
Measurement functions
Measurement functions are independent of the protection functions.
The high-accuracy measurement module operates independently of the protection
module, while remaining synchronised with protection events.
Measurement-calculation mode
An analogue calculation function dedicated to measurements only enhances the
accuracy of harmonic calculations and the power-quality indicators. The Micrologic H
control unit calculates electrical magnitudes using 1.5 x In dynamics (20 x In for
Micrologic P).
Measurement functions are based on the new zero blind time concept
Energies are calculated on the basis of the instantaneous power values, in the traditional
and signed modes.
Harmonic components are calculated using the discrete Fourier transform (DFT).
Accuracy of measurements (including sensors)
c Voltage (V) 1%
c Current (A) 1.5%
c Frequency (Hz) 0.1 Hz
c Power (W) and energy (Wh) 2.5%
c Total harmonic distortion 1%
Stored information
The fine-setting adjustments, the last 100 events and the maintenance register remain in
the control-unit memory even when power is lost.
Time-stamping
Time-stamping is activated only if an external power supply module is present (max. drift
of 1 hour per year).
Reset
An individual reset, via the keypad or Via COM, acts on alarms, minimum and maximum
data, peak values, the counters and the indicators.

25

Performance and
functionality

External sensor (CT)

Rectangular sensor for earth

leakage protection

Micrologic control units

Accessories and test equipment

External sensors
External sensor for earth-fault and neutral protection
The sensors, used with 3P circuit breakers, are installed on the neutral conductor
for:
c Neutral protection (with Micrologic P and H).
c Unrestricted or unrestricted earth-fault protection (with Micrologic A, P and H).
The rating of the sensor (CT) must be compatible with the rating of the circuit
breaker:
c NW08 to NW20: TC 400/2000.
c NW25 to NW40: TC 1000/4000.
c NW40b to NW63: TC 2000/6300.
For double neutral protection (2 IN,) the sensor rating must be compatible with the
measurement range: 2 x IN.
Rectangular sensor for earth-leakage protection
The sensor is installed around the busbars (phases + neutral) to detect the zerophase sequence current required for the earth-leakage protection.
Inside dimensions (mm)
c 470 x 160 up to 4000 A.
External sensor for standby earth fault protection
The sensor is installed around the connection of the transformer neutral point to
earth and connects to the Micrologic 6.0 control unit via an MDGF module to
provide the standby earth fault protection.
Voltage measurement inputs
Voltage measurement inputs are required for power measurements and for earthleakage protection.
As standard, the control unit is supplied by internal voltage measurement inputs
placed downstream of the pole for voltages between 100 and 690 V AC. On
request, it is possible to replace the internal voltage measurement inputs by an
external connector which enables the control unit to draw power directly from the
distribution system upstream of the circuit breaker.

Long-time rating plug

Four interchangeable plugs may be used to limit the long-time threshold setting
range for higher accuracy.
As standard, control units are equipped with the 0.4 to 1 plug.
Setting ranges
standard
Ir = In x
low-setting option Ir = In x
high-setting option Ir = In x
off plug

0,4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 0.95 0.98 1

0.4 0.45 0.50 0.55 0.60 0.65 0.70 0.75 0.8
0.80 0.82 0.85 0.88 0.90 0.92 0.95 0.98 1
no long-time protection

External power-supply module

The external power-supply module makes it possible to use the display even if the
circuit breaker is open or not supplied (for the exact conditions of use, see the
electrical diagrams section of this catalogue).
This module powers both the control unit and the M2C and M6C programmable
contacts.
With the Micrologic P and H*, it can be used to display fault currents after tripping
and to time-stamp events (alarms and trips).
Characteristics
c Power supply:
v 110/130, 200/240, 380/415 V AC (+ 10% - 15%), consumption 10 VA.
v 24/30, 48/60, 100/125 V DC (+20% -20%), consumption 10 W.
c Output voltage: 24 V DC; power delivered: 5 W / 5 VA.
c Ripple < 5%.
c Class 2 isolation.

Battery module
The battery module makes it possible to use the display even if the power supply to
the Micrologic control unit is interrupted.
Characteristics:
c battery run-time: 12 hours (approximately)
c Suitable for mounting on vertical backplates or DIN rail.

* Availability to be announced
26

Performance and
functionality

Spare parts
Lead-seal covers
A lead-seal cover controls access to the adjustment dials.
When the cover is closed:
c It is impossible to modify settings using the keypad unless the settings lockout
pin is removed from the cover.
c The test connector remains accessible.
c The test button for the earth-fault and earth-leakage protection function remains
accessible.
Characteristics
c Transparent cover for Micrologic A control units.
c Non-transparent cover for Micrologic P and H control units.
Spare battery
A battery supplies power to the LEDs identifying the tripping source. Battery service
life is approximately ten years and its condition can be tested via a test button
mounted on the front.

Lead-seal cover

M2C, M6C programmable contacts

These contacts are optional equipment for the Micrologic P and H* control units.
see page 20 for details.
Characteristics
Minimum load
Breaking
capacity (A)
p.f.: 0.7

M2C/M6C
V AC
V DC

M2C

M6C

240
380
24
48
125
250

10mA/24V
5
3
1.8
1.5
0.4
0.15

M2C: 24 V DC power supplied by control unit (consumption 100 mA).

M6C: external 24 V DC power supply required (consumption 100 mA).

Test equipment

Portable test kit

Mini test kit

The hand-held mini test kit may be used to:
c Check operation of the control unit and the tripping operation by
injecting a signal simulating a short-circuit.
c Supply power to the control units for settings via the keypad when the circuitbreaker is open (Micrologic P and H control units).
Power source: standard LR6-AA battery.
Portable test kit
The portable test kit is available in two versions:
c The self contained version with built-in keypad and display.
c The complete version controlled by a PC.
The self contained version may be used to check:
c The mechanical operation of the circuit breaker.
c The electrical continuity of the connection between the circuit breaker and the
control unit.
c Operation of the control unit:
v Display of settings.
v Operating tests on the ASIC electronic component.
v Automatic and manual tests on protection functions.
v Test on the zone-selective interlocking (ZSI) function.
v Inhibition of the earth-fault protection.
v Inhibition of the thermal memory.
The complete version controlled by a PC offers in addition:
c Comparison of the real tripping curve with the catalogue curves available on
the PC.
c Reset of the M2C / M6C contacts and indications.
c Reading and modification of settings and counters.
c Reading of histories and logs.
c Waveform capture.
c Analysis of harmonics.

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Performance and
functionality

Communication
Communication architecture

The (COM) communication option is

required for integration of the circuit
breaker or switch-disconnector in a
supervision system.
Masterpact uses Modbus or Jbus
communications protocol for full
compatibility with SMS PowerLogic
(electrical network) management systems.
An external gateway is available for
communication over ethernet networks.

COM communication option

For fixed devices, the COM option comprises of a communication module installed
within the device and supplied by a set of sensors (OF, SDE ,PF and CH microcontacts) kit for connection to XF and MX communicating voltage releases.
For drawout devices, the COM option comprises of:
c A communication module within in the device and supplied by a set of
auxilliaries (OF, SDE, PF and CH micro-contacts) and/or a kit for connection to
XF and MX communicating voltage releases.
c A communication module installed on the chassis and supplied by a set of
sensors (CE, CD and CT contacts).
Each installed device has an address that is assigned via the keypad of the control
unit (Modbus) or remotely (Batibus). The address of a drawout device is assigned
to the chassis which maintains the same address if the device is replaced.
Status indication by the COM option is independent of the auxiliary indication
contacts. These contacts remain available for conventional uses.
Device communication module
This module is independent of the control unit. Installed in the device, behind the
control unit, it receives and transmits information on the communication network.
An infra-red link transmits data between the control unit and the communication
module.
Consumption: 100 mA.
Chassis communication module
Installed on the chassis, this module makes it possible to address the chassis and
to maintain the address when the circuit breaker is in the disconnected position.
Consumption: 100 mA.
XF and MX communicating voltage releases
The XF and MX communicating voltage releases are equipped for connection to
the device communication module.
The remote-tripping function (second MX or MN) is independent of the
communication option.

++

CT

Communication
bus

Modbus device
communication module

us
modb

CD

CCM

CE

056431

Communication architecture

CE
C
CT
C
CD
C
MX
XF

E45183

OF
SDE
PF
CH

4
5
6

1
COM
module

Modbus chassis
communication module

3
1
2
3
4
5

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Device communication module

Chassis communication module
OF, SDE, PF and CH device auxilliaries
CE, CD and CT chassis auxilliaries
MX and XF releases

Indicate, control,
set, etc.

Performance and
functionality

Masterpact communication
The COM communication option is compatible with all Masterpact circuit breakers
and switch-disconnectors.
It may be used with all types of control units to:
c Identify the device.
c Indicate status conditions.
c Control the device.
Depending on the different type of Micrologic control unit, the COM option also
offers:
c Remote setting of the protection functions
c Analysis of the AC-power parameters for operating and maintenance purposes.
Device identification

switch-disconnector circuit breaker

Address
Type of device
Type of control unit
Type of long-time rating plug

c
-

c
c
c
c

c
c
c
c

c
c
c
c
c

Status indications
ON/OFF
Spring charged
Ready to close
Fault-trip
Connected/disconnected/test position

Controls
Opening / closing

Settings
Reading of the adjustment dial settings
Adjustment of fine setting
Programmable alarms and protection
Enhanced alarm programming

Micrologic
A
c
-

P
c
c
c
-

H
c
c
c
c

c
-

c
c
-

c
c
c

c
-

c
c
-

c
c
c

c
-

c
c

c
c

c
c

c
c
c

c
c
c

c
c

c
c

Operating and maintenance aids

Protection and alarm readings
standard
programmable
enhanced
Measurement readings
current
voltages, frequency, power, etc.
power quality: fundamental, harmonics
Fault readings
type of fault
interrupted current
Waveform capture
on faults
on demand or programmed
Histories and logs
trip history
alarm history
event logs
Indicators
contact wear, counters, etc.
maintenance register

Note.

See the description of the Micrologic control units for further details on protection and
alarms, measurements, waveform capture, histories, logs and maintenance indicators.

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Functions
and characteristics

Communication
Masterpact in a communication
network

Devices
Circuit breakers equipped with Micrologic control units may be connected to either
a Digipact or Modbus communication bus. The information made available
depends on the type of Micrologic control unit (A, P or H) and on the type of
communication bus (Digipact or Modbus).
Switch-disconnectors may be connected exclusively to the Digipact communication
bus.

Communication bus
Digipact bus
The Digipact bus is the internal bus of the low-voltage switchboard in which the
Digipact communicating devices are installed (Masterpact with Digipact COM,
PM150, SC150, UA150, etc.). This bus must be equipped with a DC150 data
concentrator (see the Powerlogic System catalogue).
Addresses
Addressing is carried out by the DC150 data concentrator.
Number of devices
The maximum number of devices that may be connected to the Digipact bus is
calculated in terms of communication points. These points correspond to the
amount of traffic the bus can handle. The total number of points for the various
devices connected to a single bus must not exceed 100.
If the required devices represent more than 100 points, add a second Digipact
internal bus.
Communicating device
DC150 data concentrator
Micrologic + Digipact COM
PM150
SC150
UA150

Number of points
4
4
4
4
4

Length of bus
The maximum recommended length for the Digipact internal bus is 200 meters.
Bus power source
Power is supplied by the DC150 data concentrator (24 V)..

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Modbus bus
The Modbus RS485 (JBus) system is an open bus on which communicating
Modbus devices (Masterpact with Modbus COM, PM300, Sepam, Vigilohm, etc.)
are installed. All types of PLCs and microcomputers may be connected to the bus.
Addresses
The software layer of the Modbus protocol can manage up to 255 addresses (1 to 255).
The device communication module comprises three addresses linked to:
n circuit-breaker manager;
n measurement manager;
n protection manager.
The chassis communication module comprises one address linked to:
n the chassis manager.
The division of the system into four managers secures data exchange with the
supervision system and the circuit-breaker actuators.
The manager addresses are automatically derived from the circuit-breaker address
@xx entered via the Micrologic control unit (the default address is 47).
logic addresses
@xx
@xx + 50
@xx + 200
@xx + 100

Circuit-breaker manager
Chassis manager
Measurement managers
Protection manager

(1 to 47)
(51 to 97)
(201 to 247)
(101 to 147)

Number of devices
The maximum number of devices that may be connected to the Modbus bus
depends on the type of device (Masterpact with Modbus COM, PM300, Sepam,
Vigilohm, etc.), the baud rate (19200 is recommended), the volume of data
exchanged and the desired response time. The RS485 physical layer offers up to
32 connection points on the bus (1 master, 31 slaves).
A fixed device requires only one connection point (communication module on the
device).
A drawout device uses two connection points (communication modules on the
device and on the chassis).
The number must never exceed 31 fixed devices or 15 drawout devices.
Length of bus
The maximum recommended length for the Modbus bus is 1200 meters.
Bus power source
A 24 V DC power supply is required (less than 20% ripple, insulation class II).

Communication interface
The Modbus bus may be connected to the central processing device in any of
three manners:
n direct link to a PLC. The communication interface is not required if the PLC is
equipped with a Modbus port;
n direct link to a computer. The Modbus (RS485) / Serial port (RS232)
communication interface is required;
n connection to a TCP/IP (Ethernet) network. The Modbus (RS485) / TCP/IP
(Ethernet) communication interface is required.

Software
To make use of the information provided by the communicating devices, software
with a Modbus driver must be used.

Micrologic utilities
This is a set of Modbus drivers that may be used with a PC to:
n display the variables (I, U, P, E, etc.) with the RDU (Remote Display Utility)
n read/write the settings with the RSU (Remote Setting Utility)
n remotely control (ON / OFF) the device with the RCU (Remote Control Utility).
These utilities are available upon request.

SMS (System Manager Software)

SMS is a software to monitor LV and/or MV electrical energy.
The SMS family includes a software range depending on the application and
function, from single product monitoring to the management of a multiple building:
c Power Meter and Circuit Monitor units
c LV devices
c Sepam units.

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Three types of connection are available:

c Vertical or horizontal rear connection
c Front connection
c Mixed connection.
The solutions presented are similar in
principle for both Masterpact NW fixed and
drawout devices.

Connections
Overview of solutions

Rear connection
horizontal

vertical

Simply turn a horizontal rear connector 90 to make it a vertical connector.

Front connection

Mixed connection

Note.

Masterpact circuit breakers can be connected with bare-copper, tinned-copper and

tinned-aluminium conductors.

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functionality

Optional
accessories
Type of accessory

front
connection

Interphase
barriers

Masterpact M replacement kit

Masterpact NW08 to NW63

fixed

drawout
rear
connection

front
connection

rear
connection

A set of connection parts is available to allow

replacement of a Masterpact M08 to M32 circuit
breaker by a Masterpact NW without modifying the
busbars (please consult us).

Mounting on a switchboard backplate

Masterpact NW fixed front-connected circuit breakers
can be installed on a backplate with the aid of special
brackets.

Disconnectable
front-connection
adapter

Safety shutters
with padlocking
(standard)

Shutter position
indication and locking

Disconnectable front-connection adapter

Mounted on a fixed front-connected device, the adapter simplifies replacement of a
fixed device by enabling fast disconnection from the front.

Safety shutters (standard)

Mounted on the chassis, the safety shutters automatically block access to the
disconnecting contact cluster when the device is in the disconnected or test
positions (degree of protection IP 20) When the device is removed from its chassis,
no live parts are accessible.
The shutter-locking system is complete with a padlocking block (padlock not
supplied). The block:
c Prevents connection of the device.
c Locks the shutters in the closed position.
A support at the back of the chassis is used to store the blocks when they are not
used.
c 2 blocks for NW08 to NW40.
c 4 blocks for NW40b to NW63.

Shutter position indication and locking on front face

This option located on the chassis front plate indicates that the shutters are closed.
It is possible to independently or separately padlock the two shutters using one to
three padlocks (not supplied).

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Locking
On the device

3
4
5
6

1
2

7
8
9

Access to pushbuttons
protected by transparent
cover

Pushbutton locking

Pushbutton locking using a

padlock

Device locking in the OFF position

Off position locking using a

padlock

1 Reset button for

mechanical trip indication.
2 OFF pushbutton.
3 OFF position keylock.
4 Electrical closing
pushbutton.
5 ON pushbutton.
.
6 Springs charged
indication
7 Pushbutton locking.
8 Contact position
indication.
9 Operation counter.

The transparent cover blocks access to the pushbuttons used to open and close
the device.
It is possible to independently lock the opening and closing buttons.
The pushbuttons may be locked using either:
c Three padlocks (not supplied).
c Lead seal.
c Two screws.

The circuit breaker can be locked in the OFF position by :

c Using padlocks (one to three padlocks, not supplied).
c Using keylocks (one or two different keylocks, optional extras).
Keys may be removed only when the device is in the open position (Profalux,
Ronis, Camlock or Castell type locks). The keylocks are available in any of the
following configurations:
c One keylock.
c One keylock mounted on the device + one identical keylock supplied separately
for interlocking with another device.
c Two different key locks for double locking.
Profalux and Ronis keylocks are compatible with each other.
A locking kit (without locks) is available for installation of one or two keylocks
(Ronis, Profalux, Camlock or Castell).

Cable-type door interlock

This option prevents door opening when the circuit breaker is closed and prevents
circuit breaker closing when the door is open.
For this, a special plate complete with a lock and a cable is mounted on the right
side of the circuit breaker. With this option, the source changeover function cannot
be implemented.

Off position locking using 1

or 2 keylocks

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functionality

On the chassis

1
2

Disconnected position locking by keylocks and/or padlocks

3
4
5
6

1
2
3
4
5
6
7

7
8
9
10

8
9
10

Mismatch protection.
Door interlock.
Racking interlock.
Keylock locking.
Padlock locking.
Position indicator.
Chassis front plate.
(accessible with cubicle
door closed).
Racking-handle entry.
Reset button.
Racking-handle
storage.

Disconnected position locking

Mounted on the chassis and accessible with the door closed, these devices lock
the circuit breaker in the disconnected position in two ways:
c Using padlocks (standard), up to three padlocks (not supplied).
c Using keylocks (optional), one or two (different keylocks) are available.
Profalux and Ronis keylocks are available in different options:
c One keylock
c Two different keylocks for double locking
A locking kit (without locks) is available for installation of one or two keylocks
(Ronis, Profalux, Camlock or Castell).

Connected, disconnected and test position locking

Carriage re-set button

The connected, disconnected and test positions are shown by a mechanical

indicator. It is necessary to depress the carriage re-set button before racking the
device between positions.
On request, the disconnected position locking system may be modified to lock
the circuit breaker in any of the three positions, connected, disconnected and
test.

Door interlock
Door interlock

Mounted on the right or left-hand side of the chassis, this device inhibits opening of
the cubicle door when the circuit breaker is in connected or test position. If the
breaker is put in the connected position with the door open, the door may be
closed without having to disconnect the circuit breaker.

Racking interlock
This device prevents insertion of the racking handle when the cubicle door is open.

Racking interlock between crank and OFF pushbutton

This option makes it necessary to press the OFF pushbutton in order to insert the
racking handle and holds the device open until the handle is removed.

Automatic spring discharge before breaker removal

Racking interlock

This option discharges the springs before the breaker is removed from the chassis.

Mismatch protection
Mismatch protection ensures that a circuit breaker is installed only in a chassis with
compatible characteristics. It comprises of two parts (one on the chassis and one
on the circuit breaker.

Mismatch protection

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Indication contacts

The following Indication contacts are

available:
c Standard version for relay applications.
c Low-level version for control of PLCs
and electronic circuits.
c Programmable contacts (M2C and M6C)
for advanced monitoring and protection
functions.

ON/OFF indication contacts (OF)

c Rotary type changeover contacts are directly driven by the mechanism of
Masterpact NW. These contacts operate when the minimum isolation distance
between the main circuit-breaker contacts is reached.
OF
supplied as standard
maximum number
breaking capacity (A)
p.f.: 0.3
AC12/DC12

NW

standard
V AC 240/380
480
690
V DC 24/48
125
250

ON/OFF indication contacts

(OF) (microswitch type)
low-level

V AC 24/48
240
380
V DC 24/48
125
250

4
12
minimum load: 100mA/24V
10/6*
10/6*
6
10/6*
10/6*
3
minimum load: 2mA/15V DC
6
6
3
6
6
3

* standard contacts: 10 A; optional contacts: 6 A.

Fault-trip indication contacts (SDE)

Circuit-breaker tripping due to a fault is signalled by:
c A red mechanical fault indicator (reset).
c One changeover contact (SDE).
Following tripping, the mechanical indicator must be reset before the circuit breaker
may be closed.
SDE
ON/OFF indication contacts
(OF) (rotary type)

Supplied as standard
Maximum number
Breaking capacity (A)
p.f.: 0.3
AC12/DC12

NW

Standard
V AC 240/380
480
690
V DC 24/48
125
250
Low-level
V AC 24/48
240
380
V DC 24/48
125
250

Additional fault-trip
indication contacts (SDE)

1
2
Minimum load: 100mA/24V
5
5
3
3
0.3
0.15
Minimum load: 2mA/15V DC
3
3
3
3
0.3
0.15

Combined connected/closed contacts (EF)

Circuit closed indication is only provided when the device is in the connected
position and switched on
Each EF contact will reduce the number of (OF) contact block by one off.
EF

Combined contacts

maximum number
breaking capacity (A)
p.f.: 0.3
AC12/DC12

NW
standard
V AC 240/380
480
690
V DC 24/48
125
250
low-level
V AC 24/48
240
380
V DC 24/48
125
250

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8
minimum load: 100mA/24V
6
6
6
2.5
0.8
0.3
minimum load: 2mA/15V DC
5
5
5
2.5
0.8
0.3

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functionality

CE, CD and CT connected/

disconnected/test position
carriage switches

Connected, disconnected and test position carriage

switches
Three series of optional auxiliary contacts are available for the chassis:
c Changeover contacts to indicate the connected position (CE).
c Changeover contacts to indicate the disconnected position (CD). This position
is indicated when the required clearance for isolation of the power and auxiliary
circuits is reached.
c Changeover contacts to indicate the test position (CT). In this position, the
power circuits are disconnected and the auxiliary circuits are connected.
Additional actuators
A set of additional actuators may be installed on the chassis to change the
functions of the carriage switches.

M2C programmable
contacts: circuit-breaker
internal relay with two
contacts

NW
Contacts
Maximum number

CE/CD/CT
3 3 3
9 0 0
6 3 0
6 0 3
minimum load: 100mA/24V
8
8
8
6
2.5
0.8
0.3
minimum load: 2mA/15V DC
5
5
5
2.5
0.8
0.3

standard
with additional actuators

Breaking capacity (A)

p.f.: 0.3
AC12/DC12

M6C programmable
contacts: circuit-breaker
external relay with six
independent changeover
contacts controlled from the
circuit breaker via a threewire connection.

standard
V AC 240
380
480
690
V DC 24/48
125
250
low-level
V AC 24/48
240
380
V DC 24/48
125
250

M2C / M6C programmable contacts

These contacts, used with the Micrologic P and H* control units, may be
programmed via the control unit using a keypad or via a supervisory station with
the COM communication option. They require an external power supply module.
They indicate:
c The type of fault.
c Instantaneous or delayed threshold overruns.
They may be programmed:
c With instantaneous return to the initial state.
c Without return to the initial state.
c With return to the initial state following a delay.
Characteristics
Minimum load
breaking
capacity (A)
p.f.: 0.7

M2C/M6C
V AC
V DC

100mA/24V
5
3
1.8
1.5
0.4
0.15

240
380
24
48
125
250

484

474

M2C: 24 V DC power supplied by control unit (consumption 100 mA).

M6C: external 24 V DC power supply required (consumption 100 mA).
* Availability to be announced.
M2C: 24 V DC
power supplied
by control unit
(consumption
100 mA).

M6C: external 24 V DC power supply required (consumption

100 mA).
1

S1

S1 S2

S2

S3

11

12 10 18 16

24 22

S4

S6

S5

14

20

471

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Remote operation
Remote ON / OFF

Two solutions are available for remote

operation of Masterpact devices:
c A Hard wired solution.
c A bus solution with the COM
communication option.

The remote ON / OFF function is used to remotely open and close the circuit
breaker. It comprises:
c A gear motor (MCH) equipped with a springs charged limit switch contact (CH).
c Two voltage releases:
v A closing release (XF).
v An opening release (MX).
Optionally, other functions may be added:
c A ready to close contact (PF).
c An electrical closing pushbutton (BPFE).
c Remote reset following a fault (RAR).
A remote-operation function is generally combined with:
c Device ON / OFF indication (OF).
c fault-trip indication (SDE).

Wiring diagram of a point-to-point remote ON / OFF function

spring
charged
B3

opening
order

closing
order

B2

C2

ready
to close
A2

252

fault
254

82

open
84

closed
12

14

MCH
PF
MX

OF1
SDE

XF

CH
B1

C1

A1

251

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Wiring diagram of a bus-type remote ON / OFF function

spring
charged

opening
order
B3

B2

C2

closed
order
C3

A2

A3

MCH

MXcom

XFcom

CH

Note:

An opening order always takes priority over a closing

order.
If opening and closing orders occur simultaneously(when
in the open position), the mechanism discharges without
any movement of the main contacts. The circuit breaker
remains in the open position (OFF).
In the event of maintained opening and closing orders,
the standard mechanism provides an anti-pumping
function by maintaining the main contacts in the open
position.
After tripping or opening using the manual or electrical
controls, the closing coil must first be reset before reclosing can take place.
When the automatic reset after fault trip (RAR) option is
installed, it is impotant to ensure that the automatic/
remote closing system is designed to prevent Autoreclosing under fault trip conditions.

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B1

C1

A1

COM

OF
PF
SDE
CH

supervisor
(i.e. PowerLogic software)

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Gear motor (MCH)

The gear motor automatically charges the spring mechanism when the circuit
breaker is closed. Instantaneous reclosing of the breaker is thus possible following
opening. The spring-mechanism charging handle is used only as a backup if
auxiliary power is lost.
The gear motor (MCH) is equipped as standard with a limit switch contact (CH) that
signals the charged position of the mechanism (springs charged).
Characteristics
Power supply V AC 50/60 Hz
V DC
Operating threshold
Consumption (VA or W)
Motor overcurrent
Charging time
Operating frequency
CH contact

48/60 - 100/130 - 200/240 - 277- 380/415 - 400/440 - 480

24/30 - 48/60 - 100/125 - 200/250
0.85 to 1.1 Un
180
2 to 3 In for 0.1 second
maximum 4 seconds for Masterpact NW
maximum 3 cycles per minute
10 A at 240 V

Voltage releases (XF and MX)

Gear motor (MCH) for
Masterpact NT

Gear motor (MCH) for

Masterpact NW

XF and MX voltage releases

Closing release (XF)

The XF release remotely closes the circuit breaker if the spring mechanism is
charged.
Opening release (MX)
The MX release instantaneously opens the circuit breaker when energised. The
supply can be maintained or automatically disconnected.
Characteristics
Power supplyV AC 50/60 Hz
V DC
Operating threshold
Consumption (VA or W)
Circuit-breaker response
time at Un

XF

MX

24 - 48 - 100/130 - 200/250 - 277 - 380/480 - 500/525

12 - 24/30 - 48/60 - 100/130 - 200/250
0.85 to 1.1 Un
0.7 to 1.1 Un
pick-up: 200
pick-up: 200
hold: 4.5
hold: 4.5
55 ms 10 (Masterpact NT)
50 ms 10
70 ms 10 (NW i 4000A)
80 ms 10 (NW > 4000A)

Ready to close contact (PF)

Ready to close contacts
(PF)

The ready to close position of the circuit breaker is indicated by a mechanical

indicator and a PF changeover contact. This signal indicates that all the following
are valid:
c The circuit breaker is in the OFF position.
c The spring mechanism is charged.
c A maintained opening order is not present:
v MX energised.
v Fault trip.
v Remote tripping (second MX or MN).
v Device not completely racked in.
v Device locked in OFF position.
v Device interlocked with a second device.
Characteristics
Supplied as standard
Maximum number
Breaking capacity
p.f.: 0.3
AC12/DC12

NW

standard
V AC 240/380
480
690
V DC 24/48
125
250
low-level
V AC 24/48
240
380
V DC 24/48
125
250

1
1
minimum load: 100mA/24V
5
5
3
3
0.3
0.15
minimum load: 2mA/15V DC
3
3
3
3
0.3
0.15

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Remote operation
Remote ON / OFF (cont.)

Electrical closing pushbutton (BPFE)

Located on the front panel, this pushbutton carries out electrical closing of the
circuit breaker.
Electrical closing via the BPFE pushbutton takes into account all the safety
functions that are part of the control/monitoring system of the installation.
The BPFE connects to the closing release (XF) in place of the COM module.

closing
enable

remote
closing
order

Electrical closing pushbutton (BPFE)

BPFE

A2

A3

XF com
A1

Remote reset after fault trip

Electrical reset after fault trip (RES)
Following tripping, this function resets the fault trip indication contacts (SDE) and
the mechanical indicator and enables circuit breaker closing.
Power supply: 110 / 130 V AC and 200 / 240 V AC

reset
order
K2

K1

Automatic reset after fault trip (RAR)

Following tripping, a reset of the mechanical indicator (reset button) is no longer
required to enable circuit-breaker closing. The mechanical (reset button) and
electrical (SDE) indications remain in fault position until the reset button is pressed.

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Remote tripping

This function opens the circuit breaker via an electrical order. It comprises:
c A shunt release (second MX).
c Or an undervoltage release (MN).
c Or a delayed undervoltage release (MN + delay unit).
The delay unit, installed outside the circuit breaker, may be disabled by an
emergency OFF button to obtain instantaneous opening of the circuit breaker.

Wiring diagram for the remote-tripping function

opening
order

opening
order

delayed
opening
order

10

12

or
MX or MN voltage release

C12

D2

C11

D2

MN

MN

MX2

instantaneous
opening
order

D1

D1

Voltage releases (second MX)

When energised, the MX voltage release instantaneously opens the circuit breaker.
A continuous supply of power to the second MX locks the circuit breaker in the OFF
position.
Characteristics
Power supplyV AC 50/60Hz
V DC
Operating threshold
Consumption (VA or W)
Circuit-breaker response
time at Un

24 - 48 - 100/130 - 200/250 - 277- 380/480 - 500/525

12 - 24/30 - 48/60 - 100/130 - 200/250
0.7 to 1.1 Un
pick-up: 200
hold: 4.5
50 ms 10

Instantaneous voltage releases (MN)

The MN release instantaneously opens the circuit breaker when its supply voltage
drops to a value between 35% and 70% of its rated voltage. Without a supply to the
MN, it is impossible to close the circuit breaker, either manually or electrically. Any
attempt to close the circuit breaker has no effect on the main contacts. Circuitbreaker closing is enabled again when the supply voltage of the release returns to
85% of its rated value.
Characteristics
Power supplyV AC 50/60 Hz
V DC
Operating
opening
threshold
closing
Consumption (VA or W)
Circuit-breaker response
time at Un

24 - 48 - 100/130 - 200/250 - 380/480 - 500/550

24/30 - 48/60 - 100/130 - 200/250
0.35 to 0.7 Un
0.85 Un
pick-up: 20
90 ms 5 for NW

MN delay units
To eliminate nuisance tripping during short voltage dips, operation of the MN
release can be delayed. This function is achieved by adding an external delay unit
in the MN voltage-release circuit. Two versions are available, adjustable and nonadjustable.
Maximum cable lengths for voltage releases (MN, MX,
etc.) for a power supply voltage of UN +10%, -15%:

Cable
cross section
24 V
48 V
60 V

2.5

mm2

16 m
75 m
360 m

1.5

mm2

10 m
45m
210 m

Characteristics
Power supply
V AC 50-60 Hz /DC
Operating threshold
Consumption (VA or W)
Circuit-breaker response
time at Un

non-adjustable
adjustable
opening
closing
non-adjustable
adjustable

100/130 - 200/250
48/60 - 100/130 - 200/250 - 380/480
0.35 to 0.7 Un
0.85 Un
200
0.25 s
0.5 s - 0.9 s - 1.5 s - 3 s

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Accessories

Auxiliary terminal shield (CB)

Standard equipment mounted on the chassis, the shield prevents access to the
terminal block of the electrical auxiliaries.

Operation counter (CDM)

The operation counter sums the number of operating cycles and is visible on the
front panel. It is compatible with manual and electrical control functions.

Estucheon (CDP)
Standard equipment mounted on the door of the cubicle, the estucheon increases
the degree of protection to IP 40. It is available in fixed and drawout versions.

Blanking plate (OP) for estucheon (optional)

Used with the estucheon, this option closes off the door cut-out of a cubicle not yet
equipped with a device. It may be used with the estucheon for both fixed and
drawout devices.

Transparent cover (CP) for estucheon

Optional equipment mounted on the estucheon, the cover is hinged and secured by
a screw. It increases the degree of protection to IP 54. It adapts to both fixed and
drawout devices.

Estucheon (CDP) with blanking plate

Transparent cover (CP) for

Estucheon

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Source-changeover systems
Presentation

Remote-operated source-changeover systems

A remote-operated source-changeover system is made up of two or three circuit
breakers or switch-disconnectors linked by an electrical interlocking system.
Device control is backed up by a mechanical interlocking system that protects
against the consequences of an electrical malfunction and inhibits incorrect manual
operation.

Automatic source-changeover systems

When a remote-operated source-changeover system is combined with an
automatic controller(BA or UA), the supplies can be controlled automatically
according to a number of programmed operating modes.
A communications function for dialogue with a supervisor is available for A special
version of the UA automatic controller.

This solution provides:Automatic switching to alternate/standby supplies on loss of mains supply and reinstatement of mains breaker following voltage recovery.

Service sector:
c Hospital operating rooms
c Safety systems for tall buildings
c Computer rooms (banks, insurance companies, etc.)
c Lighting systems in shopping centres.

Industry:
c Assembly lines
c Propulsion systems on ships
c Essential auxiliaries in thermal power stations.

Infrastructure:
c Port and railway installations
c Runway lighting systems
c Control systems for military installations.

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functionality

Electrical interlocking of two or three

devices is used to create a remoteoperated source-changeover system. A
mechanical interlocking system enhances
the reliability of system operation.

Mechanical interlocking

To ensure a continuous supply of power, certain electrical installations are

connected to two power supplies:
c A normal supply N;
c A replacement supply R which supplies the installation when source N is not
available.
A source-changeover system switches between the two supplies. The system may
include an automatic controller which manages switching according to external
conditions. A source-changeover system may comprise two or three circuit
breakers or switch-disconnectors.

Interlocking of two devices using connecting rods

The two devices must be stack mounted.
This function requires:
c An adaptation fixture on the right side of each device.
c A set of connecting rods with no-slip adjustments.
The complete interlock kit is supplied for assembly by the customer.
Maximum vertical distance between the fixing planes: 900 mm
Combinations of Masterpact Normal and Replacement devices
The two devices must both be fixed devices or drawout devices to maintain correct
alignment of the mechanisms.

Interlocking of two or three devices using cables

Using cables, the devices may be stack mounted or installed side-by-side.

Interlocking of two devices

This function requires:
c An adaptation fixture on the right side of each device.
c A set of cables with no-slip adjustments.
Maximum distance between the fixing planes (vertical or horizontal): 2000 mm

Interlocking of three devices

This function requires:
c An adaptation fixture (different for each type of interlocking) on the right side of
each device.
c Three sets of cables with no-slip adjustments.
Maximum distance between the fixing planes (vertical or horizontal): 1000 mm
Installation
The complete interlock kit is supplied for assembly by the customer.

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Electrical interlocking

Electrical interlocking is used in conjunction

with the mechanical interlocking system to
prevent paralleling mains and standby
supplies.

Electrical interlocking requires an electrical control device.

This function can be implemented in one of two ways:
c Using the IVE electrical interlocking unit.
c By an electrician using the electrical systems presented in the diagrams in the
Source-changeover systems section of this catalogue.

Characteristics of the IVE unit

c
v
v
c
v

External connection terminal block:

Inputs: control of devices.
Outputs: status of the SDE contacts on the Normal and Replacement devices.
Connector to the two Normal and Replacement devices:
Inputs:
- Status of the OF contacts on each device (ON or OFF).
- Status of the SDE contacts on the Normal and Replacement devices.
v Outputs: power supply for motor mechanisms.
c Control voltage:
v 24 to 250 V DC.
v 48 to 415 V 50/60 Hz.
v 440 V 60 Hz.
The control voltage for the IVE electrical interlocking unit must be identical to that
of the operating mechanism.

Necessary equipment
Each device must be equipped with:
c A remote-operation system made up of:
v MCH gear motor.
v MX or MN opening release.
v XF closing release.
v PF ready to close contact.
c An available OF contact.
c A CE connected-position carriage switch on drawout devices.

Types of mechanical interlocking

Possible combinations

Standard configurations

ref.

2 devices

Q1

Q2

Q1
0

Q2
0

electrical interlocking
51156903
automatic controller with permanent
replacement source
51156904
automatic controller with engine generator set 51156905

0
1

1
0

Q1
0
1
0
1
0

Q2
0
0
0
1
1

Q3
0
0
1
0
0

automatic controller with permanent replacement source:

without lockout after fault
51156906
with lockout after fault
51156907
automatic controller with engine generator set:
without lockout after fault
51156908
with lockout after fault
51156909

Q1
0
1
0
0

Q2
0
0
1
0

Q3
0
0
0
1

electrical interlocking:
without lockout after fault
with lockout after fault

51156910
51156911

Q1
0
1
0
0
1
0
1

Q2
0
0
1
0
1
1
0

Q3
0
0
0
1
0
1
1

electrical interlocking:
without lockout after fault
with lockout after fault
automatic controller

51156912
51156913
51156914

3 devices: 2 Normal sources and 1 Replacement source

Q1

Q2

Q3

3 devices: 3 sources, only 1 device closed

Q1

Q2

Q3

3 devices: 2 sources and 1 coupling

Q1

Q2

Q3

Lockout after fault option: this option makes it necessary to manually reset the device following fault tripping.
45

Performance and
functionality

By combining a remote-operated sourcechangeover system with an integrated BA

or UA automatic controller, it is possible to
automatically control supply transfer
according to user-selected sequences.
These controllers can be used on
source-changeover systems comprising 2
circuit breakers.
For source-changeover systems
comprising 3 circuit breakers, the
automatic control diagram must be
prepared by the installer as a complement
to to diagrams provided in the electrical
diagrams section of this catalogue.

Associated automatic controllers

Controller

BA

Compatible circuit breakers

UA

All Compact NS
and Masterpact circuit breakers

4-position switch
Automatic operation
Forced operation on Normal source
Forced operation on Replacement source
Stop (both Normal and Replacement sources off)

c
c
c
c

c
c
c
c

Automatic operation
Monitoring of the Normal
source and automatic changeover
Generator set startup control
Generator set shutdown control
Load shedding and reconnection of non-priority circuits
Changeover to the Replacement
source if one of the phases of the Normal phase is absent

c
c
c
c

Test
c

By opening the P25M circuit breaker

supplying the controller
By pressing the test button on the front of the controller

Indications
c

Selection of type of Normal source

(single-phase or three-phase)
Voluntary transfer to Replacement source
c
(e.g. energy management commands)
During peak-tariff periods (energy management commands),
forced operation on Normal source
if Replacement source not operational
Additional contact (not part of controller).
c
Transfer to Replacement
source only if contact is closed.
(e.g. used to test the frequency of UR).
Setting of maximum startup time
for the replacement source

Circuit breaker status indication on the front

of the controller: on, off, fault trip
Automatic mode indicating contact

Other functions

BA controller

c
c
c

Options
c

Communication option

Power supply
Control voltages (1)

220 to 240 V 50/60 Hz

380 to 415 V 50/60 Hz
440 V 60 Hz

c
c
c

c
c
c

0.35 Un i voltage i 0.7 Un

0.5 Un i voltage i 0.7 Un
voltage u 0.85 Un

c
c
c

Operating thresholds
Undervoltage
Phase failure
Voltage presence

Characteristics of output contacts

Rated thermal current (A)
Minimum load

UA controller

8
10 mA at 12 V

Utilisation category (IEC 947-5-1)

Ooperational current (A)
24 V
48 V
110 V
220/240 V
250 V
380/415 V
440 V
660/690 V

AC
AC12
8
8
8
8
5
4
-

AC13
7
7
6
6
-

AC14
5
5
4
4
-

DC
AC15
6
5
4
3
-

DC12
8
2
0.6
0.4
-

DC13
2
-

(1) The controller is powered by the ACP auxiliaries control plate. The same voltage

must be used for the ACP plate, the IVE unit and the circuit breaker motor mechanisms.
If this voltage is the same as the source voltage, then the Normal and Replacement
sources can be used directly for the power supply. If not, a BC type or equivalent
isolation transformer must be used.

46

Masterpact NW

Dimensions and connection details

Product panorama
Performance and functionality

3
11

Masterpact NW08 to NW32

Fixed 3/4-pole device
Drawout 3/4-pole device

48
50

Masterpact NW40
Fixed 3/4-pole device
Drawout 3/4-pole device

52
54

Masterpact NW40b to NW63

Fixed 3/4-pole device
Drawout 3/4-pole device

56
58

NW accessories

60

NW rear panel cutouts

61

NW external modules

62

Electrical diagrams
Installation recommendations
Protection characteristics

67
75
89

47

NW08 to NW32 circuit breakers

Fixed 3/4-pole device

Dimensions
and connection details

Dimensions
189 (3P)
304 (4P)

189

308
154

Y
191
150
260

X
161
11

57

233

11

Mounting on base plate or rails

200 (3P)
315 (4P)

200
11

Mounting detail

9,5

25

72
15 mini
60 maxi

124
162

38
162

218,5
200 (3P)
315 (4P)

Safety clearances

200

9,5

Door cutout
B

A (*)

A (*)

295 mini (3P)

410 mini (4P)

295 mini

270 (1)
316 (2)
135 (1)
158 (2)

205
F

15

325 (1)
364 (2)

A
B

Insulated
parts

Metal
parts

Energised
parts

0
0

0
0

100
60

F : Datum.

48

162,5 (1)
182 (2)

(1) Without escutcheon

(2) With escutcheon
Note:
X and Y are the symmetry planes for a 3-pole device.
A (*) An overhead clearance of 110 mm is required to remove the arc chutes.

An overhead clearance of 20mm is required to remove the terminal block.

NX 08

HA10 12kV
Uimp

Ui 1000V
Ue (V)
690

s
50kA/1
50/60Hz
AS
947-2
UNE
IEC
BS CEI
EN 60947-2
VDE
UTE

rpact
maste

NBMA

II

N GERIN
MERLI

Connections
Horizontal rear connection

Dtail
27

20

115

115

115

20 150

N
X

76

93
161

13

38
= =

25

12,5

20

47

233,5

3 11,5

Vertical rear connection

14,5

Detail
27

115

115

115
20
View A

68

X
141

47
14,5

12,5
13
=

233,5

3 11,5

76
38
25

View A detail

Front connection

Detail
20

12,5
115

115

230,5

View A

Top connection
475

115

Bottom connection

76
25 25

13

12,5

219,5
3 11,5

3 11,5
12,5

219
F

12,5

View A detail

25 25

13

Note:

Recommended connection screws: M10 class 8.8

Tightening torque: 50 Nm with contact washer
49

NW08 to NW32 circuit breakers

Drawout 3/4-pole device

Dimensions
and connection details

Dimensions
220,5 (3P)
335,5 (4P)

400
mini

220,5
308
154

Y
56
(*)

238,5

X
200,5

128

11

383,5

200

60 mini

400

(*) Disconnected position

Mounting on base plate or rails

Mounting detail

4 6,5

2 11,5 x 22
11,5

10

110
175

110
103

10,5

175
283

167,5 (3P)
282,5 (4P)
212,5 (3P)
327,5 (4P)

Safety clearances

162,5
212,5

Door cutout
A

300 mini (3P)

415 mini (4P)

300 mini

270 (1)
379 (2)

X 135 (1)

222 (2) 153,3 (1)

100
225
F

A
B

Insulated
parts

Metal
parts

Energised
parts

0
0

0
0

0
60

F : Datum.

50

325 (1)
364 (2)

162,5 (1)
182 (2)

(1) Without escutcheon

(2) With escutcheon
Note:
X and Y are the symmetry planes for a 3-pole device.
A (*) An overhead clearance of 110 mm is required to remove the arc chutes.

47 (1)

NX 08

HA10 12kV
Uimp

Ui 1000V
Ue (V)
690

50kA/1s
50/60Hz
AS
947-2
UNE
IEC
BS CEI
EN 60947-2
VDE
UTE

NBMA

act II
masterp

GERIN
MERLIN

Connections
Horizontal rear connection

Detail
115

115

115

27
20

20

Y
76

296

13

38

93

= =

25

12,5

184
47

20
3 11,5

14,5

298,5
F

Vertical rear connection

Detail
115

115

115
20
View A

27

68

47
141

14,5

12,5
13
=
76

=
298,5

38

3 11,5

25

View A detail

Front connection

Detail
115

20
12,5

115

151

400

View A

Top connection

115

Bottom connection

76
25 25

13

224
12,5
3 11,5

284

3 11,5

12,5

12,5

View A detail

Note:

25 25

13

Recommended connection screws: M10 class 8.8

Tightening torque: 50 Nm with contact washer
51

NW40 circuit breakers

Fixed 3/4-pole device

Dimensions
and connection details

Dimensions
189 (3P)
304 (4P)

189
308
154

Y
191
150
260

161
11

57

200 (3P)
315 (4P)

11

233

Mounting on base plate or rails

200
11

Mounting detail

Y
X

9,5

25

72

124
162

38

15 mini
60 maxi

162

218,5

200 (3P)
315 (4P)

Safety clearances

200

9,5

Door cutout
B

A (*)

A (*)

295 mini (3P)

410 mini (4P)

295 mini

270 (1)
316 (2)
135 (1)
158 (2)

15

205
F

325 (1)
364 (2)

A
B

Insulated
parts

Metal
parts

Energised
parts

0
0

0
0

100
60

F : Datum.

52

162,5 (1)
182 (2)

(1) Without escutcheon

(2) With escutcheon
Note:
X and Y are the symmetry planes for a 3-pole device.
A (*) An overhead clearance of 110 mm is required to remove the arc chutes.

An overhead clearance of 20mm is required to remove the terminal block.

NX 08

HA10 12kV
Uimp

Ui 1000V
Ue (V)
690

50kA/1

s
50/60Hz

AS
947-2
UNE
IEC
BS CEI
EN 60947-2
VDE
UTE

rpact
maste

NBMA

II

N GERIN
MERLI

Connections
Horizontal rear connection
27

20

20 150

X
93
161
20
233,5
F

Detail
150

150

115
52,5

135

150

115

115

12,5

14,5

52,5

17,5

17,5

12,5

25 25 25

47
4 11,5
100

12,5
332,5 (4P)

12,5
14,5

25 25 25

217,5

47

Vertical rear connection

27

117,5

X
190,5

233,5
F

115

115

115
20

E46491A

Detail
47
14,5
12,5

View A

12,5

25

25

20

25

125

25

Note:

Recommended connection screws: M10 class 8.8

Tightening torque: 50 Nm with contact washer

5 11,5

53

NW40 circuit breakers

Drawout 3/4-pole device

Dimensions
and connection details

Dimensions
220,5 (3P)
335,5 (4P)

400
mini

220,5
308
154

Y
56
(*)

238,5

X
200,5

128

11

383,5

200
400

60 mini

(*) Disconnected position

Mounting on base plate or rails

Mounting detail

X
4 6,5

2 11,5 x 22
11,5

10

110
175

10,5

110
103

175
F

283
F
167,5 (3P)
282,5 (4P)
212,5 (3P)
327,5 (4P)

Safety clearances

162,5
212,5

Door cutout

300 mini (3P)

415 mini (4P)

300 mini

270 (1)
379 (2)

X 135 (1)

222 (2) 153,3 (1)

100
225
F

A
B

Insulated
parts

Metal
parts

Energised
parts

0
0

0
0

0
60

F : Datum.

54

325 (1)
364 (2)

162,5 (1)
182 (2)

47 (1)

(1) Without escutcheon

(2) With escutcheon
Note:
X and Y are the symmetry planes for a 3-pole device.

The safety clearances take into account the space required to remove the arc chutes.

NX 08

HA10 12kV
Uimp

Ui 1000V
Ue (V)
690

50kA/1s
50/60Hz
AS
947-2
UNE
IEC
BS CEI
EN 60947-2
VDE
UTE

NBMA

act II
masterp

GERIN
MERLIN

Connections
Horizontal rear connection

27
20
20

296
93
184
20

298,5
F

Detail
150

150

115

135

150

115

115

12,5

52,5

12,5
14,5

25 25 25

52,5
17,5

17,5

47
4 11,5

100

332,5

12,5

217,5

12,5
14,5

25 25 25

47

Vertical rear connection

47
14,5
12,5
27

12,5

25
25

117,5

20

25

125

25

X
5 11,5
190,5

View A detail

298,5
F

E46364A

Detail
115

115

115
20
View A

Note:

Recommended connection screws: M10 class 8.8

Tightening torque: 50 Nm with contact washer

Y
55

NW40b to NW63 circuit breakers

Fixed 3/4-pole device

Dimensions
and connection details

Dimensions
534 3P)
764 (4P)

189
308
154

Y
191
150
260

X
161

57

233

545 (3P)
775 (4P)

11

Mounting on base plate or rails

200

11

Mounting detail

9,5

25

72

124
162

38

15 mini
60 maxi

162

218,5

545 (6P)
775 (8P)

Safety clearances

200

9,5

Door cutout

A (*)

A (*)

639 mini (3P)

839 mini (4P)

295 mini

270 (1)
316 (2)
135 (1)
158 (2)

15

A
B

325 (1)
364 (2)

Insulated
parts

Metal
parts

Energised
parts

0
0

0
0

100
60

F : Datum

56

205
F

162,5 (1)
182 (2)

(1) Without escutcheon

(2) With escutcheon
Note:
X and Y are the symmetry planes for a 3-pole device.
A (*) An overhead clearance of 110 mm is required to remove the arc chutes.

An overhead clearance of 20mm is required to remove the terminal block.

NX 63

HA
Uimp

12kV

Ui 1000V
Ue (V)
690

Icw 85kA/1s
50/60Hz
AS
947-2
UNE
IEC
BS CEI
EN 60947-2
VDE
UTE

pact
master

NBMA

II

GERIN
MERLIN

Connections
Horizontal rear connection NW40b - NW50)

Detail

47

20

230

230

230
115

115

115

115

115

115

115

20 150

93

161

76
13

38

20

25

253,5

= =

12,5

47
3 11,5

14,5

Detail

Vertical rear connection (NW40b - NW50)

47

230

230

230

115

115

115

115

115

115

115
20

View A
68

141

Y
47
12,5
13

14,5
253,5
253
F

=
76

=
3 11,5

Vertical rear connection (NW63)

38
25

Detail

47

230
115

230

230

115

115

115

115

115

115

20

117,5

View A

X
N

190,5

Y
47
14,5
12,5

253
253,5
F

12,5

25
25
20

25

125

25
5 11,5

Note:

View A detail

Recommended connection screws: M10 s/s class A4 80

Tightening torque: 50 Nm with contact washer
57

NW40b to NW63 circuit breakers

Drawout 3/4-pole device

Dimensions
and connection details

Dimensions
565,5 (3P)
795,5 (4P)

400
mini

220,5
308
154

Y
56
(*)

238,5

X
200,5

128

40

60 mini

11

383,5

200
400

(*) Disconnected position

Mounting on base plate or rails

Mounting detail

250
53

250
333
23

6 11 x 34
325 (3P)
450 (4P)

Safety clearances

F
151 (3P)
162,5 (4P)

174 (3P)
287,5 (4P)

Door cutout

646 mini (3P)

876 mini (4P)

300 mini

270 (1)
379 (2)

X 135 (1)

222 (2) 153,3 (1)

100
225
F

A
B

Insulated
parts

Metal
parts

Energised
parts

0
0

0
0

0
60

F : Datum.

58

47 (1)
325 (1)
364 (2)

(1) Without escutcheon

(2) With escutcheon
Note:
X and Y are the symmetry planes for a 3-pole device.

162,5 (1)
182 (2)

HA10 12kV

NX 08

Uimp

Ui 1000V
Ue (V)
690

50kA/1s
50/60Hz
AS
947-2
UNE
IEC
BS CEI
EN 60947-2
VDE
UTE

NBMA

ct II
masterpa

GERIN
MERLIN

Connections
Horizontal rear connection NW40b - NW50)

Detail
115

115

115

115

115

115

115

N
76
13

38
= =

25

12,5
47

3 11,5

Vertical rear connection (NW40b - NW50)

14,5

Detail

115

115

115

115

115

115

115

20
View A

27

68

X
47
141

14,5

12,5
13
=
=

76
38

348,5
F

3 11,5

25

View A detail

Vertical rear connection (NW63)

Detail
115

115

115

115

115

115

115

20
View A

27

117,5

47
14,5
12,5

190,5

12,5

25
25

348,5
F

20

25

125

25
5 11,5

Note:

Recommended connection screws: M10 s/s class A4 80

Tightening torque: 50 Nm with contact washer
59

NW accessories

Dimensions
and connection details

Mounting on backplate with special brackets (Masterpact NW08 to NW32 fixed front-connected).
429 (3P)
544 (4P)

4 12

159

96

113

218,5

4,5

203,5

11

125

11

407 (3P)
522 (4P)

Disconnectable front-connection adapter (Masterpact NW08 to NW32)

Horizontal rear connection

Detail
67

115

115

115

20

183
76

E46057A

13

38
25

= =

12,5

172

47
3 11,5

14,5

20
253,5
F

Vertical rear connection

Detail
67

115

115

115
20
View A

231

47

X
14,5

12,5
13

220

=
76

=
3 11,5

Note:

Recommended connection screws: M10 class 8.8

Tightening torque: 50 Nm with contact washer
F Datum

60

253,5
F

38
25

View A detail

NW rear panel cutouts

Rear panel cutout

NW08 to NW40

X
X

302
187

264

200,5
401 (3P)
516 (4P)

200,5 (3P)
315,5 (4P)

NW40b to NW63

X
X

297
182

314

200,5
679 (3P)
909 (4P)

478,5 (3P)
708,5 (4P)

F : Datum

61

Dimensions
and connection details

NW external modules

Connection of auxiliary wiring to terminal block

S : 0,6 mm2
S : 2,5 mm2

1
8

3,5
One conductor only per connection point

M6C relay module

99

13

11

15

21

19

17

23 25

81
S1
S2
S3
S4
S5
S6

M6c

9
5 7

3
S1

S3
2

11

25
21 23
17 19
.
com
0V

42
1

24V
S2
S6
S5
22 24
S4
18 20
14 16
10 12
6 8

13

15

17

19

M6c

9
5 7

11
S2

S1

24V

25
21 23
17 19
.
com
0V

21

23 25

S1
S2
S3
S4
S5
S6

S6

S5

22 24
18 20
14 16
10 12
6 8
S4

99

66

11

S3
2

46

External power supply module (AD)

60

L4
L3

AD

t
Inpu C
24VD
ut
Outp C
24VD

220A

2 6

60

73

+
G2

G1

112

75
L4
L3

AD 22

t
Inpu C
24VD
ut
Outp C
24VD

0A

+
G2

G1

Battery module (BAT)

Mounting
60

2 6

60
H4
H3

BAT

24V

t
Inpu C
24VD

73

ut
Outp C
24VD H1

H2

112

75
H4
H3

24
BAT

t
Inpu C
24VD

+
H2

62

ut
Outp C
24VD H1

Dimensions
and connection details

Delay unit for MN release

MNR
57
1

4 5

81

S
3 6
0.5
MN
UVR

30 V
100/1C
AC/D

2 4,2

66

42

1
1.5

MN
r de R
UV
dateu
Retardelay for
Time

73

10 12

73,5

4 5

72
S
3 6
0.5

30 V
100/1C
AC/D

1.5
3
MN
r de R
UV
dateu
Retardelay for
Time

MN
UVR

10 12

46

Chassis communication module

ModBUS

BatiBUS

90

Fault
Com.

ss

CE

CD

CT

Addre
.
sync

58

45

Breaker

us
modb
CCM

Disjoncteur

Rseau
shield
B B
A A
B B
A A
Network

++

54

External sensor for source ground return (SGR) protection

Sensor

MGDF summer module

200
130

F
MDG

45

76
150

63

NW external modules

Dimensions
and connection details

External sensor for external neutral

400/2000 A (NW08 to NW20)
120
4 14

H1

SG1
SG2
X1
X2
GND
VN
VC

H2
44 102

174
206

1000/4000 A (NW025 to NW40)

2000/6300 A (NW40b to NW63)

Installation
400/2000(NW08 to NW20)

162

1000/4000 A (NW25 to NW40)

2000/6300 A (NW40 to NW63)

162
168

64

Dimensions
and connection details

Rectangular sensor
280 x 115 mm window

2
M1 M

4 9

115

M3

197
215

M1 M2 M3

70

280
362
380

470 x 160 mm window

8 9

146

242
160
260

2 M3

M1 M

M1 M2 M3

70

456
470
552
570

Busbars
window (mm)
weight (kg)

280 x 115 mm window

Busbars spaced 70 mm centre-to-centre
2 bars 50 x 10 mm

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I i 1600 A

I i 3200 A

280 x 115
14

470 x 160
18

470 x 160 mm window

Busbars spaced 115 mm centre-to-centre
4 bars 100 x 5 mm

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Masterpact NW

Electrical diagrams

Product panorama
Performance and functionality
Dimensions and connection details

3
11
45

NW08 to NW63

68

COMs option and earth fault

70

Earth fault and earth leakage

72

Installation recommendations
Protection characteristics

75
91

67

NW08 to NW63
Fixed and drawout devices

Electrical diagrams

The diagram is shown with circuits

de-energised, all devices open, connected
and charged and relays in normal position.

readyto-close

fault

fault

Z5

Z4

Z3

Z1

downstream cb
Z5

Z4

L3

Z3

upstream cb
L2

Z2

L1

Z1

Remote operation

AT

charged

Control unit

power

Z2

Power

BPF

M6C

Q
SDE1 MN

SDE2

S1 S2

Micrologic
U

Com UC1

UC2

E46139A

B1

251

E46138A

A1

E46137A

E46136A

D1

E46135A

81

K1

181

C1

or

or

471

F2+

T4

F1

T3
X2

T2
X1

T1
SG2

M3
SG1

M2

M1

CH

24 V DC

Remote operation

Control unit

PF

C11

M6C
or

Terminal block marking

XF

Res

M2C

UC3

UC4

M2C / M6C

SDE2 / Res

E5 E6 Z5 M1 M2 M3

F2+

V3

484

/ Q3

184

E3 E4 Z3 Z4 T3 T4

VN

V2

474

/ Q2

182

E1 E2 Z1 Z2 T1 T2

F1

V1

471

/ Q1

181

Control unit

Com: E1-E6 communication

UC1 : Z1-Z5 zone selective interlocking;

Z1 = ZSI OUT SOURCE
Z2 = ZSI OUT ; Z3 = ZSI IN SOURCE
Z4 = ZSI IN ST (short time)
Z5 = ZSI IN GF (earth fault)
M1 = Vigi module input (Micrologic 7)

c
c

c
c

c
c

UC2 : T1, T2, T3, T4 = external neutral;

M2, M3 = Vigi module input
(Micrologic 7)

UC3 : F2+, F1 external 24 DC power

supply
VN external voltage connector (optional)

UC4 : optional external voltage connector

M2C : 2 programmable contacts (internal relay);

ext. 24V DC power supply required
or

M6C : 6 programmable contacts

K2

SDE1
84

MN / MX2
D2

/ C12

82
/

K1

81

D1

/ C11

MX1

XF

PF

MCH

C2

A2

254

B2

C3

A3

252

B3

C1

A1

251

B1

Remote operation
SDE2: Fault-trip indication contact
or
Res : Remote reset
SDE1: Fault-trip indication contact (supplied as standard)
MN : Undervoltage release
or
MX2 : Shunt release
MX1 : Shunt release (standard or communicating)
XF

: Closing release (standard or communicating)

PF

: Ready-to-close contact

MCH: gear motor

or

A : Digital ammeter
P: A + power meter + additional protection
H: P + harmonics

68

B2

MCH

B3

254

A3

252

MX1

A2

C2

MX2

C3

C12

D2

84

82

K2

184

182

Q3

Q2

Q1

484

474

Z5

Z4

Z3

Z2

Z1

V3

V2

V1

VN

BPO

Note:

When communicating MX or XF releases are used, the third wire

(C3,A3) must be connected even if the communication module is
not installed.

Electrical diagrams

Indication contacts

914

912

924

922

934

932

314

312

Test

324

814

332

812

824

822

834

832

..8

322

connected

disconnected

334

connected
and closed

..6

..4

..2

12

14

22

24

32

not
connected
or
connected
and open

closed

closed

34

42

44

open

Chassis contacts

EF . .

OF4

OF3

OF2

OF . .

OF1

OF

CT3
CD3

CD2

CD1

CE3

CE2

CT2

CT1

CE1

or

911

921

931

E46142A

311

321

331

E46134A

CD3

CD2

CD1

114

834

824

814

334

324

314

934

924

914

122

112

832

822

812

332

322

312

932

922

912

131

121

111

831

821

811

331

321

311

931

921

911

or

or

or

OF24 OF23 OF22 OF21 OF14 OF13 OF12 OF11

OF3

OF2

OF1

44

34

24

14

244

234

224

214

144

134

124

42

32

22

12

242

232

222

212

142

132

41

31

21

11

241

231

221

211

141

or

or

or

or

or

EF24 EF23 EF22 EF21 EF14 EF13 EF12 EF11

CE3

CE2

CE1

CT3

or
CE6

CE5

CT2

CT1

or
CE4

CE9

CE8

CE7

248

238

228

218

148

138

128

118

364

354

344

394

384

374

246

236

226

216

146

136

126

116

362

352

342

392

382

372

245

235

225

215

145

135

125

115

361

351

341

391

381

371

Indication contacts
: ON/OFF
indication
contacts

811

Chassis contacts

Indication contacts
OF4

OF4
OF3
OF2
OF1

821

831

..5

..1

11

21

31

41

CE

Chassis contacts
OF24
or
EF24
OF23 or
EF23
OF22 or
EF22

: ON/OFF
indication contacts
Combined connected-deconnected
indication contacts

CD3: Disconnected CE3: Connected

CD2 position
CE2 position
CE1 contacts
CD1 contacts

CT3: Test
CT2 position
CT1 contacts

or

or

CE6: Disconnected
CE5 position
CE4 contacts

CE9:Connected
CE8 position
CE7 contacts

OF21 or
EF21

or

OF14 or
EF14
OF13 or
EF13
OF12 or
EF12
OF11 or
EF11

CD6:Disconnected
CD5 position
CD4 contacts

key:
Drawout device only
XXX

SDE1, OF1, OF2, OF3, OF4 supplied as standard

Interconnected connections
(only one wire per connection point)

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Electrical diagrams

Communications option

Connection of the communications option

L3

914

SDE

Z5

Z4

Z3

Z2

Z1

V3

microswitch
built into
COM module
OF
V2

L2

V1

L1

VN

812

314

MX1

com

PF

911

811

com

CT

B
A
B
A

device
communication
module

Micrologic
U

311

XF

CH

CD

CE
+

Modbus
COM chassis

CCP 303

E6

E5

E4

E3

E2

E1

F2+

F1

T4

T3

T2

T1

M3

M2

M1

B A B A

BAT
module

2
1

blue

white

yellow

brown

black

red

G1 G2

L3 L4

Modbus
junction
block CJB306

H3 H4

AD
module

CCP 303

H1 H2

E1 E2 E3 E4 E5 E6
+
B'
A B A'

24 V
0V

ModBUS
24 VDC
1A

110/240 VAC
24/125 VDC

None of the control-unit protection functions require an auxiliary source. However, the 24 V DC external power-supply (AD module) is
required for certain operating configurations as indicated in the table below.
circuit breaker
voltage measurement inputs
Communications option
M2C, M6C programmable contacts option
Protection function
Display function
Time-stamping function
Circuit-breaker status indications and
control via communications bus
Identification, settings, operation and
maintenance aids via communications bus

closed
powered

open
powered

not powered

no
yes
no
no (1)
no
no

no
yes
no
no (2)
no
no

no
yes
no
yes
yes (3)
no

no (1)

no (2)

yes

(1) except for Micrologic A control units (if current < 20% In).
(2) except for Micrologic A control units.
(3) time setting is manual and can be carried out automatically by the supervisor via the communications bus.

The communications bus requires its own 24 V DC power source (E1, E2). This source
is not the same as the 24 V DC external power-supply module (F1-, F2+).
The BAT battery module, mounted in series upstream of the AD module, ensures an
uninterrupted supply of power if the AD module power supply fails.
The voltage measurement inputs are standard equipment on the downstream
connectors of the circuit breaker.
External connections are possible using the PTE external voltage measurement input
option. With this option, the internal voltage measurement inputs are disconnected and
terminals VN, V1 and V2 are connected only to the control unit (Micrologic P and H only).
The PTE option is required for voltages less than 100 V and greater than 690 V (in which
case a voltage transformer is required). For three-pole devices, the system is supplied
with terminal VN connected only to the control unit (Micrologic P and H).
When the PTE option is implemented, the voltage measurement input must be protected
against short-circuits. Installed as close as possible to the busbars, this protection
function is ensured by a P25M circuit breaker (1 A rating) with an auxiliary contact (cat.
no. 21104 and 21117). This voltage measurement input is reserved exclusively for the
control unit and must not ever be used to supply other circuits outside the switchboard.

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PowerLogic

Wiring information
The PC is connected to the RS232/485 converter via a standard RS232 cable.
The recommended cable from the converter to the required devices is Belden 8723
with a maximum length of 3000m.
All devices on this line must be daisy chained, and communicate using Powerlogic,
Jbus or Modbus protocols.

Masterpact ACB
Modbus, Jbus
BA B A
Belden 8723
Green
White
Red
Black

To other
PowerLogic,
Jbus or
Modbus devices

RX+
RXTX+
TX-

Green
White
Red
Black

RX+
RXTX+
TX-

MCA485

Powermeter

Black
Red
White
Green

IN+
INOUT+
OUTSHIELD

20 21 22 23 24

SHIELD

IN+
INOUT+
OUT-

54 321

CM2000

PowerLogic,
Jbus, Modbus

PowerLogic
RXA RXB TXA TXB

System
Manager
Software

RS485 port

IC 108A
RS 232/485
converter
RS232 port

MCT485

RS232 port
standard RS232 cable

Rx+ Rx-

Tx+ TX-

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Earth-fault and earth-leakage

protection
Zone selective interlocking

External sensor (CT) for residual earth-fault protection

Connection of current-transformer secondary circuit
for external neutral
Masterpact equipped with a Micrologic 6 A/P/H:
c Shielded cable with 2 twisted pairs.
c SG1 twisted with SG2.
c X1 twisted with X2.
c Shielding connected to earth on one end only.
c Maximum length 5 meters.
c Cable cross-sectional area 0.4 to 1.5 mm2.
If the incoming supply is connected to the ACB via the
bottom terminals, control and power wiring is identical
(H1 connected to the source side, H2 to the load
side).
For four-pole versions, for residual earth-fault
protection, the current transformer for the external
neutral is not necessary.
If the 2000/6300 current transformer is used:
c Signals SG1 and SG2 must be wired in series.
c Signals X1 and X2 must be wired in parallel.
Connection for signal VN is required only for power
measurements (3 , 4 wires, 4CTs).
c Ground terminal end of the neutral current
transformer only. If no other ground exists in control
system (check NEC requirements and connect ground
to equipment ground bars).

Micrologic 6

Z4

Z5

Z3

T4

Z2

T3

Z1

V3

V2

VN

Connection of the secondary circuit

Masterpact equipped with a Micrologic 6 A/P/H:
c Unshielded cable with 1 twisted pair.
c Maximum length 150 meters.
c Cable cross-sectional area 0.4 to 1.5 mm2
c Terminals 5 and 6 may not be used at the same time.
c Use terminal 5 for NW08 to 40.
c Use terminal 6 for NW40b to 63.

V1

External transformer for source ground return (SGR) earth-fault protection

Q
I
Micrologic 6

F2+

F1

T1

T2

M3

M2

M1

or
H1

X1

H2

X2

12 5
1
3
PE

72

MDGF module
13 14

10 11
9
8

Electrical diagrams

Earth-leakage protection

Z4

Z5

Z3

T4

Z2

T3

Z1

L3

V3

L2

V2

L1

VN

V1

Connection of the rectangular-sensor secondary

circuit
Masterpact equipped with a Micrologic 7 A/P/H:
c Unshielded cable with 2 twisted pairs:
v M2 twisted with M3.
v M1 twisted with the other conductor.
c Maximum length 4 metres.
c Cable cross-sectional area 0.4 to 1.5 mm2.
Q

I
Micrologic 7

F2+

F1

T2

T1

M3

M2

M1

M1
M2
M3

Zone selective interlocking

upstream
circuit breaker

Z1
Z2
Z3
Z4
Z5

tsd = 0,3

fault 1

Z1
Z2
Z3
Z4
Z5

tsd = 0,2

fault 2

Z1
Z2
Z3
Z4
Z5

downstream
circuit breaker

Z1
Z2
Z3
Z4
Z5

A pilot wire interconnects a number of circuit breakers equipped with Micrologic A/P/H
control units, as illustrated in the diagram above.
The control unit detecting a fault sends a signal upstream and checks for a signal
arriving from downstream. If there is a signal from downstream, the circuit breaker
remains closed for the full duration of its tripping delay. If there is no signal from
downstream, the circuit breaker opens immediately, whatever the tripping-delay setting.
Fault 1.

Only circuit breaker A detects the fault. Because it receives no signal from downstream,
it immediately opens in spite of its tripping delay set to 0.3.
Fault 2.

Circuit breakers A and B detect the fault. Circuit breaker A receives a signal from B and
remains closed for the full duration of its tripping delay set to 0.3. Circuit breaker B does
not receive a signal from downstream and opens immediately, in spite of its tripping
delay set to 0.2.
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Installation recommendations

Product panarama
Performance and functionality
Dimensions and connection
Electrical diagrams

3
11
45
65

Operating conditions
Installation in switchboard
Switchboard preparations
Power connection
Busbar drilling and sizing
Temperature derating

76
78
80
82
84
87

Protection characteristics

89

75

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recommendations

Operating conditions

Ambient temperature
Masterpact devices can operate under the following temperature conditions:
c The electrical and mechanical characteristics are stipulated for an ambient
temperature of -5 C to +70 C.
c Circuit-breaker closing is guaranteed down to -35 C.
Storage conditions are as follows:
c -40 to +85C for a Masterpact device without its control unit.
c -25C to +85C for the control unit.
Test

Extreme atmospheric conditions

Masterpact devices have successfully passed the tests defined by the following
standards for extreme atmospheric conditions:
c IEC 68-2-1: dry cold at -55 C.
c IEC 68-2-2: dry heat at +85 C.
c IEC 68-2-30: damp heat (temperature +55 C, relative humidity 95%).
c IEC 68-2-52 level 2: salt mist.
Masterpact devices can operate in the industrial environments defined by standard
IEC 947 (pollution degree up to 4).

Test

Vibrations
Masterpact devices are guaranteed against electromagnetic or mechanical
vibrations.
Tests are carried out in compliance with standard IEC 68-2-6 for the levels required
by merchant-marine inspection organisations (Veritas, Lloyds, etc.):
c 2 to 13.2 Hz: amplitude 1 mm.
c 13.2 to 100 Hz: constant acceleration 0.7 g.

Test

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Installation
recommendations

Altitude
At altitudes higher than 2000 metres, the following derating is necessary:

2000 m

Altitude (m)
Dielectric resistance
voltage (V)
Average insulation
level (V)
Maximum utilisation
voltage (V)
Average thermal
current (A) at 40 C

2000
3500

3000
3150

4000
2500

5000
2100

1000

900

700

600

690

590

520

460

1 x In

0.99 x In

0.96 x In

0.94 x In

Test

Electromagnetic disturbances

Test

Masterpact devices are protected against:

c Overvoltages caused by electromagnetic disturbances.
c Overvoltages caused by atmospheric disturbances or by a
distribution-system outage.
c Devices emitting radio waves (radios, walkie-talkies, radar, etc.).
Masterpact devices have successfully passed the electromagnetic-compatibility
tests (EMC) defined by the following international standards:
c IEC 60947-2, appendix F.
c IEC 60947-2, appendix B (trip units with earth-leakage function).
The above tests guarantee that:
c No nuisance tripping occurs.
c Tripping times are respected.

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Installation
recommendations

Installation in switchboard

Mounting position

Power supply
Masterpact devices can be supplied either from the top or from the bottom without
reduction in performance.

Mounting the circuit-breaker

It is important to distribute the weight of the device uniformily over a rigid mounting
surface such as rails or a base plate.
This mounting plane should be perfectly flat (tolerance on support flatness: 2 mm).
This eliminates any risk of deformation which could interfere with correct operation
of the circuit breaker.
Masterpact devices can also be mounted on a vertical plane by the use of brackets
(optional extra).

Mounting on rails.

Mounting with vertical brackets.

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Installation
recommendations

Busbars and Partitions

Where busbars and busbar connections pass through
metal barriers care must be taken to eliminate the
possibility of forming a magnetic loop .

E47661A

A : non magnetic material

non magnetic
material

Dimensions and weights

Main dimensions in mm (H x W x D)
Masterpact
drawout
fixed

3P
4P
3P
4P

NW08/40
439 x 441 x 395
439 x 556 x 395
352 x 422 x 297
352 x 537 x 297

3P
4P
3P
4P

NW08/40
90
120
60
80

NW40b/63
479 x 786 x 395
479 x 1016 x 395
352 x 767 x 297
352 x 997 x 297

Weight (kg)
Masterpact
drawout
fixed

NW40b/63
225
300
120
160

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recommendations

Door interlock catch

Door interlock catch

15
(1)
8

(2)

Catch not supplied

17

Dimensions (mm)
Type
NW08-40 (3P)
NW08-40 (4P)
NW40b-63 (3P)
NW40b-63 (4P)

(1)
215
330
660
775

(2)
215
215
215
215

Breaker in connected or test position

Door cannot be opened

door

Dimensions (mm)

F
(1)
(2)

Breaker in disconnected position

Door can be opened

Note: The door interlock can either be mounted on the

right side or the left side of the breaker.

F Datum.
80

Type
NW

(1)
83

(2)
103

Cable-type door interlock

Connection of MN, MX and XF
voltage releases
NW Cable-type door interlock
This option prevents door opening when the circuit breaker is closed and prevents
circuit breaker closing when the door is open.
For this, a special plate associated with a lock and a cable is mounted on the right
side of the circuit breaker.
With this interlock installed, the source changeover function cannot be
implemented.

46
121
165
10

79

84

52

Wiring of voltage releases

During pick-up, the power consumed is approximately 150 to 200 VA. For low
control voltages (12, 24, 48 V), maximum cable lengths are imposed by the voltage
and the cross-sectional area of cables.
Recommanded maximum cable lengths (meter)
12 V
2,5 mm2
MN
U source 100 %
U source 85 %

MX-XF U source 100 % 21

U source 85 %
10

24 V
1,5 mm2

12
6

2,5 mm2
58
16
115
75

48 V
1,5 mm2
35
10
70
44

2,5 mm2
280
75
550
350

1,5 mm2
165
45
330
210

Note: the indicated length is that of each of the two wires

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recommendations

Power connection

Cables connections
When cable connections are required it is important to
ensure that no excessive mechanical forces are
applied to the rear terminals.
It is recommended that connections are made as
follows:
c Extend the circuit breaker terminals using short
bars designed and installed according to the
recommendations for bar-type power connections:
v For a single cable, use solution B opposite.
v For multiple cables, use solution C opposite.
c In all cases, follow the general rules for
connections to busbars:
v Position the cable lugs before inserting the bolts
v The cables should be firmly secured to the
framework of the switchboard.

Busbars connections

The busbars should be suitably adjusted to ensure

that the connection points are positioned on the
terminals before the bolts are inserted (B)
The connections are held by the support which is
solidly fixed to the framework of the switchboard, such
that the circuit breaker terminals do not have to
support its weight (C).

A
B

Electrodynamic stresses
The first busbar support or spacer should be situated within a maximum distance
from the connection point of the breaker (see table below). This distance must be
respected so that the connection can withstand the electrodynamic stresses
between phases in the event of a short circuit.
Maximum distance A between busbar to circuit breaker connection and the first busbar
support or spacer with respect to the value of the prospective short-circuit current.
Isc (kA)
30
50
65
80
100
150
distance A (mm)
350
300
250
150
150
150

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Clamping
Correct clamping of busbars depends amongst other things, on the tightening
torques used for the nuts and bolts. Over-tightening may have the same
consequences as under-tightening.
For connecting busbars to the circuit breaker, the tightening torques to be used are
shown in the table below.
These values are for use with copper busbars and steel nuts and bolts, class 8.8.
The same torques can be used with AGS-T52 quality aluminium bars (French
standard NFA 02-104 or American National Standard H-35-1).
Examples

6
1 terminal screw factory-tightened to 16 Nm
2 breaker terminal
3 busbar
4 bolt
5 washer
6 nut

Tightening torques

nominal (mm)
drilling (mm)
10

11

tightening torque (Nm)

with grower or
flat washers

with contact
or corrugatec
washers

37.5

50

Busbar drilling
Examples

Isolation distance

X
Dimensions (mm)
Ui
600 V
1000 V

X min
8 mm
14 mm

Busbar bending
When bending busbars maintain the radius indicated below(a smaller radius could
cause cracks).

r
e

Dimensions (mm)
e
5
10

radius of curvature r
min

recommended

5
15

7.5
18 to 20

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Recommended busbar drilling

Masterpact NW08 to NW63

Horizontal rear connection

50

NW40b to NW63
80

63
15

12,5

12,5
12 maxi

25

25,5

100

15

12,5
12 maxi

12,5

25

22

12 maxi

25 25

12,5

12,5

25 25

13

= =

25

28

22

12 maxi

76
38

100
28

12 maxi

25 25

12,5

12,5

115

115

115

115

115

39

39

39

39

39

12,5
47

3 11,5

14,5

Vertical rear connection

40

63

50

25

25

25

12 maxi

25
12,5

12,5

12 maxi

25
12,5

12,5 12,5

12,5
13
=
76

=
3 11,5

38
25

Front connection
50

80

63
15

12,5

12,5
12 maxi

25

25,5

12,5

Top connection

25

12,5

Bottom connection

76
25 25

13

12,5
3 11,5

3 11,5
12,5

25 25

84

15

12,5
12 maxi

13

12 maxi

25 25

12 maxi

25
12,5

47
14,5

25

25
12 maxi

25

12,5

100

80

12,5

12,5

12 maxi

25
12,5

12,5

Busbar sizing

Installation
recommendations

Basis of tables:
c Maximum permissible busbars temperature: 100 C.
c Temperature inside the switchboard around the
circuit breaker and its connection: Ti (IEC 60947-2).
c Busbar material is unpainted copper.

Front or rear horizontal connection

Maximum
service
current

Ti : 40 C
no. of 5 mm
thick bars

NW08
NW10
NW12

800
1000
1250

NW16
NW16
NW20
NW20
NW25
NW25
NW32
NW32
NW32
NW40
NW40
NW50
NW50

1400
1600
1800
2000
2200
2500
2800
3000
3200
3800
4000
4500
5000

2b.50 x 5
3b.50 x 5
3b.50 x 5
2b.80 x 5
3b.50 x 5
3b.63 x 5
3b.80 x 5
3b.100 x 5
3b.100 x 5
4b.100 x 5
4b.100 x 5
5b.100 x 5
6b.100 x 5

Masterpact

no. of 10 mm
thick bars
1b.50 x 10
1b.63 x 10
2b.40 x 10
2b.40 x 10
2b.40 x 10
2b.50 x 10
2b.63 x 10
2b.80 x 10
2b.80 x 10
2b.100 x 10
3b.80 x 10
3b.80 x 10
3b.100 x 10
4b.100 x 10
5b.100 x 10
6b.100 x 10
7b.100 x 10

Ti : 50 C
no. of 5 mm
thick bars
2b.50 x 5
3b.50 x 5
3b.50 x 5
2b.80 x 5
2b.80 x 5
3b.80 x 5
3b.80 x 5
3b.100 x 5
3b.100 x 5
4b.100 x 5
4b.100 x 5
6b.100 x 5
8b.100 x 5

no. of 10 mm
thick bars

Ti : 60 C
no. of 5 mm
thick bars

no. of 10 mm
thick bars

1b.50 x 10
2b.50 x 10
2b.50 x 10

2b.50 x 5
3b.63 x 5
3b.63 x 5

1b.63 x 10
2b.50 x 10
2b.50 x 10

2b.50 x 10
2b.63 x 10
2b.63 x 10
2b.80 x 10
2b.80 x 10
2b.100 x 10
3b.80 x 10
3b.100 x 10
3b.100 x 10
5b.100 x 10
5b.100 x 10
6b.100 x 10
7b.100 x 10

3b.80 x 5
3b.80 x 5
3b.100 x 5
3b.100 x 5
4b.80 x 5
4b.100 x 5
5b.100 x 5
8b.100 x 5

2b.63 x 10
3b.50 x 10
2b.80 x 10
3b.63 x 10
2b.100 x 10
3b.80 x 10
3b.100 x 10
4b.80 x 10
4b.100 x 10
5b.100 x 10
6b.100 x 10
7b.100 x 10

Example
Conditions:
c Drawout version.
c Horizontal busbars.
c Ti: 50 C .
c Service current: 1800 A.
Solution:
For Ti = 50 C, use an NW20 which can be connected
with three 80x5 mm bars or two mm 63x10 bars.

Note

The values indicated in these tables have been extrapolated from test data and
theoretical calculations. These tables are only intended as a guide and cannot replace
industrial experience or a temperature rise test.

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Installation
recommendations

Rear vertical connection

Masterpact

NW08
NW10
NW12
NW16
NW16
NW20
NW20
NW25
NW25
NW32
NW32
NW32
NW40
NW40
NW50
NW50
NW63
NW63

Maximum
service
current

Ti: 40 C
no. of 5 mm
thick bars

800
1000
1250
1400
1600
1800
2000
2200
2500
2800
3000
3200
3800
4000
4500
5000
5700
6300

2b.50 x 5
2b.50 x 5
2b.63 x 5
2b.63 x 5
2b.80 x 5
2b.80 x 5
2b.100 x 5
2b.100 x 5
4b.80 x 5
4b.100 x 5
5b.100 x 5
6b.100 x 5

no. of 10 mm
thick bars
1b.50 x 10
1b.50 x 10
1b.63 x 10
1b.63 x 10
1b.80 x 10
1b.80 x 10
2b.63 x 10
2b.63 x 10
2b.80 x 10
2b.100 x 10
3b.80 x 10
3b.100 x 10
4b.100 x 10
4b.100 x 10
5b.100 x 10
5b.100 x 10
7b.100 x 10
8b.100 x 10

Ti: 50 C
no. of 5 mm
thick bars
2b.50 x 5
2b.50 x 5
2b.63 x 5
2b.63 x 5
2b.80 x 5
2b.80 x 5
2b.100 x 5
2b.100 x 5
4b.80 x 5
4b.100 x 5
6b.100 x 5
6b.100 x 5

no. of 10 mm
thick bars
1b.50 x 10
1b.50 x 10
1b.63 x 10
1b.63 x 10
1b.80 x 10
2b.50 x 10
2b.63 x 10
2b.63 x 10
2b.80 x 10
2b.100 x 10
3b.100 x 10
3b.100 x 10
4b.100 x 10
4b.100 x 10
5b.100 x 10
6b.100 x 10
7b.100 x 10
8b.100 x 10

Ti: 60 C
no. of 5 mm
thick bars
2b.50 x 5
2b.63 x 5
3b.50 x 5
3b.50 x 5
3b.63 x 5
3b.80 x 5
3b.100 x 5
3b.100 x 5
4b.100 x 5
4b.100 x 5
5b.100 x 5

no. of 10 mm
thick bars
1b.50 x 10
1b.63 x 10
2b.50 x 10
2b.50 x 10
2b.50 x 10
2b.63 x 10
2b.80 x 10
2b.80 x 10
3b.80 x 10
3b.80 x 10
4b.80 x 10
4b.100 x 10
4b.100 x 10
4b.100 x 10
6b.100 x 10
7b.100 x 10
8b.100 x 10

Example
Conditions:
c Drawout version.
c Vertical connections.
c Ti: 40 C.
c Service current: 1100 A.
Solution :
For Ti = 40 C use an NW12 which can be connected
with two 63 x 5 mm bars or with
one 63 x 10 mm bar.

Note

The values indicated in these tables have been extrapolated from test data and
theoretical calculations. These tables are only intended as a guide and cannot replace
industrial experience or a temperature rise test.

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Temperature derating

Temperature derating
The table below indicates the maximum current rating,
for each connection type, as a function of the ambient
temperature around the circuit breaker and the
busbars.
Circuit breakers with mixed connections have the
same derating as horizontally connected breakers.
For ambient temperatures greater than 60 C,
consult us.
Temperature inside the switchboard around the circuit
breaker and its connection: Ti (IEC 60947-2)
Version

Drawout

Connection

Front or rear horizontal

temp. Ti

40

45

Fixed
50

55

Rear vertical
60

40

NW08 N/H/L
NW10 N/H/L
NW12 N/H/L
NW16 N/H/L
NW20 H1/H2/H3
NW20 L1
NW25 H1/H2/H3
NW32 H1/H2/H3
NW40 H1/H2/H3

800
1000
1250
1600
2000
2000
2500
3200
4000

NW40b H1/H2
NW50 H1/H2
NW63 H1/H2

4000
4000
5000
5000
5900 5800 5600 5500 5300 6300

1980 1890
1900 1850 1800
3100 3000 2900
3900 3750 3650

45

800
1000
1250
1600
2000
2000
2500
3200
4000

Front or rear horizontal

50

55

60

40

45

800
1000
1250
1600
2000

2500
3200
3850 4000

50

55

Rear vertical
60

40

45

800
1000
1250
1600
1920 2000

2500
3100 3200
3900 3800 4000

4000
5000
6200 6300

50

55

60

4000
5000
6300

Power dissipation and input / output

resistance
Total power dissipation is the value measured at IN,
50/60 Hz, for a 3 pole or 4 pole breaker (values above
the power P = I2R).
The resistance between input / output is the value
measured per pole.
Version

NW08 N1
NW08 H/L
NW10 N1
NW10 H/L
NW12 N1
NW12 H/L
NW16 N1
NW16 H/L
NW20 H/L
NW25 H1/H2/H3
NW32 H1/H2/H3
NW40 H1/H2/H3
NW40b H1/H2
NW50 H1/H2
NW63 H1/H2

Drawout

Fixed

Power dissipation (Watts)

Input/output resistance (ohm)

Power dissipation (Watts)

Input/ouput resistance (ohm)

137
100
220
150
330
230
480
390
470
600
670
900
380
590
950

42
30
42
30
42
27
37
27
23
19
13
11
7
7
7

62
42
100
70
150
105
250
170
250
260
420
650
270
420
660

19
13
19
13
19
13
19
13
13
8
8
8
5
5
5

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Protection characteristics

Product panarama
Performance and functionality
Dimensions and connection details
Electrical diagrams
Installation recommendations

3
11
45
65
73

Tripping curves
Limitation curves (current and Energy)

90
92

89

Protection
characteristics

Tripping curves

Micrologic 5.0, 6.0, 7.0

10 000
5 000

Ir = 0,41 x In

2 000
1 000
500
200
100

tr = 0,524 s

50
20
10
5

t(s)

Isd = 1,510 x Ir

2
1

I2t ON

.5
.2

0,4

0,3

0,3

0,2

0,2

0,1

.1
.05
.02
.01

0,4

0,1

I2t OFF

Ii = 215 x In . OFF (1)

.005
.002
.001
.5 .7 1

3 4 5 7 10

20

7 10

20 30

x In

x Ir

Earth-fault protection (Micrologic 6.0)

10 000
5 000
2 000

Ig = AJ x In (1)
1200 A max.

1 000
500
200
100
50
20
10
5
t(s)

I2t ON

2
1
.5
.2
.1
.05

I2t

0.4

0.4

0.3
0.2
0.1

0.3
0.2
0.1

OFF

.02
.01
.005
.002
.001
.05.07 .1

.2 .3 .4 .5 .7 1
I / In

90

7 10

200 300

Protection
characteristics

IDMTL curve (Micrologic P and H)

100 000

HVF

10 000
5 000
2 000
1 000
EIT

500
t(s)

200
100

VIT

50
SIT

20
10

DT

5
2
1
.5

.5 .7

4 5

10

20

I / Ir

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characteristics

Limitation curves
Current limiting

Voltage 380/415 V AC

300

Masterpact
NW H3

200
Masterpact
NW L1

100
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
10

20

30

40

60

100

200

kA rms

Voltage 660/690 V AC
300

Masterpact
NW H3

200

Masterpact
NW L1
kA

100
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
10

20

30

40

60

kA rms

92

100

200

Protection
characteristics

Energy limiting

Voltage 380/415 V AC
9

10

5
3

Masterpact
NW H3

2
8

10

Masterpact
NW L1

5
2

As

3
2
7

10

5
3
2
6

10

10

20

30

40

60

100

150 200

300

kA rms

Voltage 660/690 V AC
10

5
Masterpact
NW H3

3
2
10

Masterpact
NW L1
5
2

As

3
2
10

5
3
2
6

10

10

20

30

40

60

100

150 200

300

kA rms

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