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Automatic transfer switches

Bypass isolation contactor type automatic transfer switches

Eaton’s Bypass Isolation Contactor Type Automatic Transfer Switches include dual automatic switching mechanisms that provide redundancy for critical applications. The ATS distributes electrical power to the load, while the automatic bypass serves as a backup. When the ATS is isolated for test, power is routed through the automatic bypass switch to ensure that critical loads remain powered without interruption. Compartmentalized steel barrier construction physically isolates the automatic bypass switch, ATS, and electrical control circuitry for increased safety when performing maintenance activities.

Continuous Current Rating
Up to 3000 A
System Voltage Rating
Up to 600 Vac
System Frequency Rating
50/60 Hz

Core features

  • Provides uninterrupted emergency power to life safety and other critical loads while allowing maintenance of the automatic transfer switch to be performed
  • Rated for 100-3000 A up to 600 V and is available in open delayed, open in-phase or closed transition
  • UL1008 and CSA 22.22 No. 178-1978 listed
  • Compartmentalized design provides enhanced worker safety
  • Automatic bypass switch and automatic transfer switch (ATS) provide unparalleled operational redundancy
  • Optional dual draw-out design that allows the ATS or automatic bypass switch to be withdrawn
  • Automatic and non-automatic operation modes
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The value of a SMART ATS controller

Intelligent controllers can help you make informed decisions and perform preventative maintenance related to your automatic transfer switch (ATS) activity.

Eaton offers controller models with remote management, advanced diagnostics, programmable setpoints, integral metering and innovative features such as ATS Health & Maintenance Watch - available with the ATC-900.

Transfer switches: Keep critical power on

Eaton’s bypass isolation contactor-type ATS features an industry-unique three-door compartmentalized, dual draw-out design and a maintenance isolation switch.
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Bypass isolation transfer switch basics: what it does and how it operates

Bypass isolation transfer switches allow loads to be remain energized during maintenance or test of the automatic transfer switch (ATS). Power to the load is routed through the automatic bypass switch allowing the ATS to be isolated for service and testing. Bypass isolation transfer switches are commonly used in hospitals, data centers, and industrial facilities that have mission critical processes and systems.

Topics

  1. 00:00 Intro
  2. 00:22 Bypass isolation ATS design
  3. 01:55 ATS operation and monitor mode
  4. 03:22 Bypass isolation operation
  5. 04:27 ATS maintenance
  6. 06:34 Automatic bypass switch
  7. 08:28 Racking in ATS
  8. 09:47 Control cabinet maintenance

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Optimizing safety and reliability

Learn how to meet healthcare facilities essential electrical system (EES) performance requirements with an automatic transfer switch.

Automatic transfer switches

Reliable, rugged, versatile and compact assemblies for transferring essential loads and electrical distribution systems from one power source to another.


Watch the following videos to learn more:

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  • Choosing a transfer switch
  • Recent change to National Electric code
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    Specifications

    Ratings

    CONTINUOUS CURRENT Up to 3000 A
    SYSTEM VOLTAGE Up to 600 Vac
    SYSTEM FREQUENCY 50/60 Hz
    SHORT-CIRCUIT WITHSTAND AND CLOSE-ON (TIME BASED) Up to 100 kA (0.05 sec)
    SHORT-CIRCUIT WITHSTAND AND CLOSE-ON (SPECIFIC BREAKER) Up to 100 kA
    SHORT-CIRCUIT WITHSTAND AND CLOSE-ON (SPECIFIC FUSE CLASS) Up to 200 kA
    SHORT-TIME WITHSTAND AND CLOSE-ON (TIME-BASED) Up to 85 kA (0.5 sec)

    Standards

    THIRD PARTY APPROVAL/RECOGNITION UL 1008 and CSA 22.2 No. 178 Listed
    NEMA 1, 3R, 12, 4X
    SEISMIC QUALIFICATION IBC, CBC, UBC Zone 4, OSHPD
    EMISSIONS FCC Part 15 (Subpart B); CISPR 11
    ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY (EMC)

    IEC 61000-4-2: electrostatic discharge immunity

    IEC 61000-4-3: radiated immunity

    IEC 61000-4-4: fast transient/burst immunity

    IEC 61000-4-5: surge immunity

    IEC 61000-4-6: conducted immunity

    IEC 61000-4-11: voltage dip/interruption immunity

    Devices

    SWITCHING MECHANISM Double-throw power switch
    SURGE PROTECTION Surge Protective Devices
    POWER AND ENERGY METERS Power Xpert meters

    Enclosure

    ENCLOSURE TYPE Indoor and outdoor
    ACCESS (CATALOG DEPENDENT) Front/rear
    CABLE ENTRY (CATALOG DEPENDENT) Top/bottom
    MOUNTING (CATALOG DEPENDENT) Floor
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