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Automatic Transfer Switches 
 
for redundant power or use
as a UPS/system bypass


Automatic transfer switch front view, for enabling redundant ac sine wave power sources for mission-critical applications, 230V/230vac, 30A/40A. ATs-1000E.

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   ATs-1000E / ATs-1000E-40A
   230V, up to 30A and 40A

TSi Power’s ATs Series user customizable automatic transfer switches (ATS) are for enabling the use of redundant power sources, such as small Uninterruptible Power Systems feeding industrial controls, PLC cabinets, internet servers; dc-ac inverters feeding telecom systems, etc.

Typical ATs Series applications
D
esigned for situations where reliability and predictability matter to the enterprise. 
Examples: telecommunications equipment, rectifiers, cell sites, file servers, routers, digital copiers, office machines, industrial controllers (PLC), automatic test equipment (ATE), laboratory analyzers and other sensitive, specialized microprocessor-based equipment.

Key automatic transfer switch benefits
I
f the ATs DIP Switch is set to "fast transfer" (20ms typical transfer time) mode, then, when redundant power sources are present, it can replace an expensive UPS system and battery banks for most computers, telecommunication, and industrial equipment (since switchmode power supplies used in most new electronics equipment provide a minimum of 20ms in capacitor hold-up time under full load conditions). If a ‘positive power break’ is needed during the transfer, then the ATs may be set to "slow transfer" (1 second) mode to ensure a full 1 second ac power outage during transfer.

Also, the two ac sources do not have to be synchronized since the ATs is designed to switch between two asynchronous ac sources without damage to itself or to equipment powered by switchmode power supplies. Note, both power sources must be sine wave, i.e. UPS even while on battery backup (some UPS are only modified square waves when on battery backup)

How ATs automatic transfer switches work
T
he ATs is fed by two ac power sources. When the primary power source detector circuit senses a loss of power on that circuit, it immediately switches the load over to the backup power source feed in less than 20ms. This is fast enough to be invisible to computer switch-mode power supplies. Circuit breakers protect the system against over-voltages and surges.


Key features of the TSi Power automatic transfer switch
Enables redundant UPS, backup generators or other ac power sources to be used for a single load.
LED status indicators
User selectable transfer times 
of 20ms, 40ms or 1 second.
Audible alarms with enable/disable switch

 

Designed to handle two, even asynchronous, ac sources
Less than a 20ms transfer time
from source A to source B.
Rack-mountable
DB9 communications interface
Built-in circuit breakers

 

   SPECIFICATIONS ATs-1000E ATs-1000E-40A
    Electrical
     Capacity in VA (watts) 7200 VA (7200 watts) 9600 VA (9600 watts)
     Switching technology Solid-state relays (SSR’s)
    Input
     Nominal voltage 230 volts ac, single phase
     Primary voltage 200 to 270 volts ac
     Backup voltage 190 to 270 volts ac
     Frequency range 47 to 63 Hz
     Over-current protection User resettable circuit breaker
     Circuit breaker ratings 30 amperes (15A optional) 40 amperes
     Typical transfer time 20ms, 40ms or 1000ms (user selectable)
     Transfer time selection Via an internal 4 position DIP switch (factory set at 20ms)
     Input/output wire size 10mm2 (AWG 8) minimum
     Ac inputs Hardwire terminals (line cords and plugs optional - please call)
    Output
     Nominal voltage 230 volts ac, single phase
     Load regulation Better than 2% from no load to full load
     Power efficiency 98% or higher
     Ac distribution Hardwire terminals (receptacles optional - please call)
     Indicators Green LED for primary ac presence, yellow LED for backup ac
presence, flashing red LED for loss of primary or backup ac.
     Audible alarms Buzzer beeps when loss of primary or backup ac occurs.
     Audible alarm switch Audible alarm (buzzer) and alarm enable/disable switch.
     Alarms contacts interface A rear-mounted DB-9 connector sends loss of primary ac and
loss of backup ac signal for external power status monitoring.
    Physical
     Dimensions 406mm(16")wide x 83mm(3.25")high x 305mm(12")deep
     Weight 7 kg (15 lbs)
     Rack mount options 

Front mount kits: For a 19" rack: use # MK-5019A
                            For a 23" rack: use # MK-5023A
                            For a 24" rack: use # MK-5024A
 Center mount kits: For a 19" rack: use # MK-5019F
                               For a 23" rack: use # MK-5023F
                               For a 24" rack: use # MK-5024F
Wall or floor mount kits: use # MK-5000C             

    Environmental
     Ambient temperature 0° to +40°C (32° to +104°F), 90% relative humidity (non-condensing)
    Warranty
     Warranty Two year limited warranty, parts and labor.
TSi's ongoing product improvement process makes specifications subject
to change. Other companies product names herein are for identification purposes only, and may be trademarks of their respective companies. 

ATs rear view hardwire version with plate covers off

                    Rear view: Automatic transfer switch, for enabling redundant ac sine wave power sources for mission-critical applications, 230V/230vac, 30A/40A. ATs-1000E.

ATs Series 230V system architecture  

System architecture drawing, automatic transfer switch, for enabling redundant ac sine wave power sources for mission-critical applications, 230V/230vac, 30A/40A. ATs-1000E.

TSi Power is also a custom (bespoke in the UK) automatic transfer switch manufacturer. 
For special applications, please call. 

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