D.C. Applications of Memshield 2 MCBs & MCCBs
Circuit Breakers


Eaton MEM's Memshield 2 range of MCBs and MCCBs are suitable to operate on DC.

Selecting the Correct Circuit Breaker
In order to select the correct circuit breaker for use on DC, a number of factors need to be considered.

Rated Current:
This will determine the current rating of the circuit breaker, however the Time/Current characteristic will differ to that used on AC applications.

Thermal:
Remains unaffected, temperature de-rating values will remain the same as AC.

Magnetic:
Becomes less sensitive (trip level increases by 41%).

System Voltage:
The system voltage as well as the type of system determine the number of poles in series required to provide the necessary breaking capacity.

Short Circuit Current:
This is the maximum short circuit current at the point of installation, used to determine the breaking capacity required.

Calculation of Short Circuit Current, Battery Systems: Isc = Vb/Ri
Isc is the value of short circuit current. Vb is the maximum discharge voltage (battery 100% charged). Ri is the internal resistance (given by the battery manufacturer).



Selection Table for D.C. Systems

Breaking Capacity kA & (No. Poles in series)
 

24V

60V

120V

250V

Type B

6 (1)

-

4 (1)

-

Type C

6 (1)

-

4 (1)

-

Type D

6 (1)

-

4 (1)

-

G Frame

-

-

-

20 (3)

F Frame

-

-

-

38 (3)

J Frame

-

-

-

38 (3)

K Frame

-

-

-

38 (3)

L Frame (t/m)

-

-

-

40 (3)
       
Type of DC Systems: 3 Different Types

One Polarity Earthed (either +ve or -ve)

If the -ve is earthed, all poles will be placed in series in the +ve leg. If the +ve is earthed, all poles will be placed in the -ve leg. NOTE: an extra pole will be needed on the earthed polarity to provide isolation.

 

Middle Point Earthed

The number of poles required to break Isc should be placed on each polarity.

 

Insulated from Earth

The number of poles required to break Isc should be split between the two polarities.

 


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