EPCOS B32340C4206J000

HomeCap capacitors for Power Factor Correction
MKP
Series/Type:
HomeCap
Ordering code: B32340C....Jxxx
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Identification/Classification 1:
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HomeCap capacitors for Power Factor Correction
Identification/Classification 2:
(header 2)
MKP series
Ordering code:
B32340C….Jxxx
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Department:
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Date:
September 2005
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HomeCap capacitors for Power Factor Correction
MKP series
B32340C….Jxxx
Construction
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Dielectric: Polypropylene film
Internally insulated, no grounding required
Soft polyurethane resin, non PCB (NPCB)
Aluminium can
1
Features
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Self-healing properties
Low dissipation factor
Overpressure disconnection device
High insulation resistance
2
Typical applications
„ Residential power factor correction unit
h
3
Product composition
„ Cable (1)
„ Plastic terminal protection cover (2)
„ Capacitor
file 106388 (3)
Cable
„ Cross section: 1.5 mm2 (14AWG)
„ Length: 300 mm
„ Rated voltage: 600Vac
„ Operation temperature: 105ºC
„ Material: Electrolytic copper with PVC Insulation
Dimensions
D1: 42.5 ± 1 mm
h: see product table.
L1: 10 ± 1 mm
L2: 58 ± 1 mm
L3: 50 ± 5 mm
„ L4: 10 ± 2 mm
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HomeCap capacitors for Power Factor Correction
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Technical data and specifications
Characteristics
Rated capacitance CR
According to dimension table, 5 to 33 µF
Tolerance
-5 / +10%
Connection
cables
Rated voltage VR
400 V (Application voltage 127 … 400 V)
Rated frequency fR
50 Hz / 60 Hz
Output 50/60 Hz
According to dimension table 0.25 …1.66 kvar
Rated current IR
According with the power rating
tanδ (dielectric)
0.5 w/kvar
Maximum ratings
Vmax (up to 8 h daily)
1.1 x VR
Vmax (up to 1 min)
1.3 x VR
Imax
1.3 x IR (A)
IS
100 x IR (A)
Test data
VTT
2.15 x VR, 60 s (type test)
VTC
3 000 VAC, 60 s (type test)
tanδ (120 Hz)
≤ 1.0 x 10-3
at 20 °C
Climatic category / -25/D
Tmin
(-)
25 ºC
Tmax
(+)
55 ºC
Damp heat test ttest
21 days
Humidity
av. rel. < 65%
Maximum altitude
4 000 m
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Mean life expectancy
tLD
Up to 100,000 hours
Max. 5 000 switching per year acc. to IEC 60831
Design data
Dimensions (∅ x l)
According dimension table
Weight approx
According dimension table
Impregnation
Soft polyurethane resin
Fixing
Al can stud or bracket
Max. torque (Al can stud)
4 Nm
Mounting position
Any mounting position
possible. See
“Maintenance and
Installation Manual” for
further details.
Terminals
Enclosure
IP53, indoor mounting
Cable cross section
1.5 mm2 (14 AWG)
Maximum terminal current
15 A
Creepage distance
12.7 mm minimum
Clearance
9.5 mm minimum
Safety
Mechanical safety
Overpressure disconnector
Max. short circuit current
10 KA
Reference standards
IEC 60831-1/2 and UL 810
Discharge resistors are available upon request. Discharge resistor time according IEC specification for specific
types .
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Product table
CR
µF
5
7
10
15
20
25
30
33
400 Vac
(kvar)
50 Hz 60 Hz
0.25 0.30
0.35 0.42
0.50 0.60
0.75 0.90
1.00 1.21
1.25 1.51
1.50 1.81
1.66 1.99
240 Vac
(kvar)
50 Hz 60 Hz
0.09 0.11
0.13 0.15
0.18 0.22
0.27 0.33
0.36 0.43
0.45 0.54
0.54 0.65
0.60 0.72
230 Vac
(kvar)
50 Hz 60 Hz
0.08 0.10
0.12 0.14
0.17 0.20
0.25 0.30
0.33 0.40
0.42 0.50
0.50 0.60
0.55 0.66
220 Vac
(kvar)
50 Hz 60 Hz
0.08 0.09
0.11 0.13
0.15 0.18
0.23 0.27
0.30 0.36
0.38 0.46
0.46 0.55
0.50 0.60
127 Vac
Dimensions Weight Ordering Code*)
(kvar)
dxh
50 Hz 60 Hz
(mm)
(kg)
0.025 0.030
40 x 70
0.15 B32340C4056J000
0.15 B32340C4076J000
0.04 0.04
40 x 70
0.15 B32340C4106J000
0.05 0.06
40 x 70
0.08 0.09
40 x 80
0.16 B32340C4156J000
0.18 B32340C4206J000
0.10 0.12
40 x 105
0.18 B32340C4256J000
0.13 0.15
40 x 105
0.20 B32340C4306J000
0.15 0.18
40 x 125
0.20 B32340C4336J000
0.17 0.20
40 x 125
*)Types of products range by code identity.
Without studs in the aluminum can, cable length 300 mm: Jxx0.
Without studs in the aluminum can, aluminum can with PVC cover 180 um thickness, cable length 300 mm: Jxx1.
Without studs in the aluminum can, cable length 500 mm: Jxx2.
Without studs in the aluminum can, aluminum can with PVC cover 180 um thickness, cable length 500 mm: Jxx3.
With studs in the aluminum can, cable length 300 mm: Jxx4.
With studs in the aluminum can, aluminum can with PVC cover 180 um thickness, cable length 300 mm: Jxx5.
With studs in the aluminum can, cable length 500 mm: Jxx6.
With studs in the aluminum can, aluminum can with PVC cover 180 um thickness, cable length 500 mm: Jxx7.
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Visual fault indicator
Before safety
device operation
After safety
device operation
Terminal 6,35mm
13mm Max
MARKING
MARKING
M12
DIN6797-A
DIN934
ØD±1,0
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Cautions and warnings
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In case of dents of more than 2 mm depth or any other mechanical damage, capacitors must not
be used at all.
To ensure the full functionality of the overpressure disconnector, elastic elements must not be
hindered and a minimum space of 5 cm has to be kept above each capacitor.
Do not handle the capacitor before it is discharged to max. 10% of rated voltage.
Resonance cases must be avoided by appropriate application design in any case.
Handle capacitors carefully, because they may still be charged even after disconnection due to
faulty discharging devices.
Protect the capacitor properly against over current and short circuit.
Failure to follow cautions may result, worst case, in premature failures, bursting and fire.
Discharging
Capacitors must be discharged to a maximum of 10% of rated voltage before they are switched in
again. This prevents an electric impulse discharge in the application, influences the capacitor’s
service life and protects against electric shock. The capacitor must be discharged to 75 V or less
within 3 minutes. There must be not any switch, fuse or any other disconnecting device in the circuit
between the power capacitor and the discharging device. PoleCap capacitors have a pre-mounted
ceramic discharge module; alternatively discharge reactors are available from EPCOS. Discharge and
short circuit capacitor before handling!
Service life expectancy
Electrical components do not have an unlimited service life expectancy; this applies to self-healing
capacitors too. The maximum service life expectancy may vary depending on the application the
capacitor is used in.
Safety
ƒ Ensure good, effective grounding for capacitor enclosures.
ƒ Provide means of disconnecting and insulating a faulty component/bank.
ƒ Handle capacitors carefully, because they may still be charged even after disconnection due to
faulty discharging devices.
ƒ The terminals of capacitors, connected bus bars and cables as well as other devices may also be
energized.
ƒ Follow good engineering practice.
Overcurrent and short circuit protection
ƒ Use HRC fuses or MCCBs for short circuit protection. Short circuit protection and connecting
cables should be selected so that 1.5 times the rated capacitor current can be permanently
handled.
ƒ HRC fuses do not protect a capacitor against overload
- they are only for short circuit protection.
ƒ The HRC fuse rating should be 1.6 to 1.8 times rated capacitor current.
ƒ Do not use HRC fuses to switch capacitors (risk of arcing).
ƒ Use thermal magnetic overcurrent relays for overload protection.
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Resonance cases
Resonance cases must be avoided by appropriate application design in any case. Maximum total
RMS capacitor current (incl. fundamental harmonic current) specified in technical data must not be
exceeded.
Overtemperature
Exceeding maximum allowed temperature may set the safety device out of operation.
Overpressure disconnector
To ensure full functionality of an overpressure disconnector, the following must be observed:
1. The elastic elements must not be hindered, i.e.
- connecting lines must be flexible leads (cables),
- there must be sufficient space (min. 5 cm) for expansion above the connections (see
“Clearing distance for overpressure disconnector”).
- folding beads must not be retained by clamps.
2. Maximum allowed fault current of 10000 A in accordance with UL 810 standard must be assured by
the application.
3. Stress parameters of the capacitor must be within the IEC60831 specification.
Re-switching vs. phase-opposition
In case of voltage interruption, a sufficient discharge time has to be ensured to avoid phaseopposition and resulting high inrush currents.
Vibration resistance
The resistance to vibration of capacitors corresponds to IEC 68, part 2–6.
Max. test conditions:
Test duration
Frequency range 1
Displacement amplitude
2h
0 ... 55 Hz corresponding
to max. 0.7 g
0.75 mm
These figures apply to the capacitor alone. Because the fixing and the terminals may influence the
vibration properties, it is necessary to check stability when a capacitor is built in and exposed to
vibration. Irrespective of this, you are advised not to locate capacitors where vibration amplitude
reaches the maximum in strongly vibrating equipment.
Mechanical protection
The capacitor has to be installed in a way that mechanical damages and dents in the aluminium can
are avoided.
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Clearing distance for overpressure disconnector
Above each capacitor, a minimum space of 5 cm has to be kept. This will allow the visual control to
work and enable a longitudinal extension of the can to secure the over-pressure disconnector work.
Grounding
The threaded bottom stud of the capacitor has to be used for grounding. In case grounding is done
via metal chassis that the capacitor is mounted to, the layer of varnish beneath the washer and the
nut should be removed. The maximum tightening torque is 4 Nm.
Maintenance
ƒ Check tightness of the connections/terminals periodically.
ƒ Take current reading twice a year and compare with nominal current. Use a harmonic analyser or
true effective RMS-meter.
ƒ In case of current above the nominal current check your application for modifications.
ƒ If a significant increase in the amount of non-linear loads has been detected, then a consultant
has to be called in for a harmonic study.
ƒ In case of the presence of harmonics installation of a de-tuned capacitor bank (reactors) must be
considered.
ƒ Check the discharge resistors/reactors and in case of doubt, check their function:
(1) power the capacitor up and down.
(2) After 60 seconds the voltage between the terminals must decline to less than 50 V.
ƒ Check the temperature of capacitors directly after operation for a longer period, but make sure
that the capacitors have been switched off. In case of excessive temperature of individual
capacitors, it is recommended to replace these capacitors as this should be an indication for loss
factor increase which is a sign for reaching end of life.
Storage and operating conditions
Do not use or store capacitors in corrosive atmosphere, especially where chloride gas, sulfide gas,
acid, alkali, salt or the like are present. In dusty environments regular maintenance and cleaning
especially of the terminals is required to avoid conductive path between phases and/or phases
and ground.
Note
For detailed information about PFC capacitors and cautions, refer to the latest version of EPCOS PFC
Product Profile.
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the malfunction or failure of a passive electronic component could endanger human life or health
(e.g. in accident prevention or life-saving systems), it must therefore be ensured by means of
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of protective circuitry or redundancy) that no injury or damage is sustained by third parties in the
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