CM ASB2 Reference Manual

CM ASB2

Article Number VESD1200 - Manual Version: CM_ASB2.AE.4

© OMICRON electronics 2005
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 Contents

Contents
Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Principle Use According to Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Recomended Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Qualification of the Operators and Primary Responsibilities . . . . . . . . .7
Safety Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
1 Designated Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2 Setting CM ASB2 into Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.1 Wiring for Definite Time Relay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
2.2 Wiring for Distance Protection Relay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
2.3 Functional Overview and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
3 Setup and Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.1 Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
3.2 Schematic Circuit of Switch Matrix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
4 Connections and Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4.1 Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
4.2 Side View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
5 Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5.1 Insulation Coordination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
5.2 Voltage Input and Output. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
5.3 Current Input and Output. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
5.4 Timing Characteristic in "Auto" Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
5.5 Timing Characteristic in "Manual" Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
5.6 External Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
5.7 Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

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5.8 Environmental Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

5.8.1 Climate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
5.8.2 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
5.8.3 Safety Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
5.9 Mechanical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
6 Appendix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
6.1 Ordering Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
6.2 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Contact Information / Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

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 Preface

Preface
The purpose of this reference manual is to familiarize users with CM ASB2 and
to show how to properly use it in various application areas.
The manual contains important tips on how to use CM ASB2 safely, properly,
and efficiently. Paying attention to these instructions can help you avoid danger,
repair costs, and down time due to improper operation as well as maintain the
reliability and life of CM ASB2.
This manual is to be supplemented by requirements from existing national
standards for accident prevention and environmental protection.
The manual has to always be available at the site where CM ASB2 is used.
It should be read and used by all people working with CM ASB2.
In addition to the reference manual and the applicable regulations for accident
prevention in the country and at the site of operation, the accepted technical
procedures for safe and competent work should be heeded.
Note: This reference manual only deals with the hardware of the CM ASB2 test
unit. In order to learn more about the necessary software for controlling and
configuring CM ASB2, please refer to the software manuals as well as the online
help for the OMICRON Test Universe.

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Safety Instructions
Before setting CM ASB2 into operation, please read the following safety
instructions carefully.
Without in-depth understanding of this information, it is not advisable to
set CM ASB2 into operation!
CM ASB2 should be operated by trained personnel only.

Principle Use According to Regulations

• CM ASB2 should only be used in a safe manner. Be mindful of the dangers
of operating the CM ASB2, pay attention to this reference manual, keep the
CM ASB2 in a technically sound condition and use it in accordance with the
regulations. In particular, avoid any disruptions that could in turn affect user
safety.
• CM ASB2 is exclusively intended for the application areas described in more
detail in section 1 ”Designated Use”. Any other use is deemed as not being
in accordance with the regulations. The manufacturer/distributor is not liable
for damage resulting from unintended usage. The user alone assumes all
responsibility and risk.
• To be in accordance with the regulations, the user must follow the
instructions provided in this reference manual as well as the regulations
stated herein.
• CM ASB2’s housing should not be opened for reason as there are no user
maintainable components inside.

Recomended Procedures
• This reference manual should always be available on the site where
CM ASB2 is used.
• Personnel assigned to use CM ASB2 should read and understand the
reference manual before beginning work - in particular the section on
recommended safety instructions. This also applies even to personnel who
only work occasionally with CM ASB2.
• No modifications, extensions, or adaptations to CM ASB2 should be
attempted by the user to ensure continued safe operation.

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Qualification of the Operators and Primary

Responsibilities
• Testing with CM ASB2 should only be carried out by authorized and qualified
personnel. The user is responsible for the safe operation of the CM ASB2.
Contact an OMICRON service center if training is desired.
• Personnel receiving training, instruction, direction, or education on CM ASB2
should remain under the supervision of an experienced operator while
initially working with the equipment.

Safety Operation
• Bring CM ASB2 into operation following the instructions in 2 ”Setting
CM ASB2 into Operation”.
• CM ASB2 must only be used together with current-limitted test sets like CMC
or CMS25x.
• Before connecting and disconnecting test objects, verify that all outputs have
been turned off and are in de-energized state. Never connect or disconnect
a test object while the outputs are voltage- or current-carrying ("ON").
• When disconnecting cables, always start on the side feeding the power.
• Do not operate CM ASB2 under wet or moist conditions (condensation).
• Do not operate CM ASB2 when explosive gas or vapors are present.
• The SELV interface (Safety Extra Low Voltage) of CM ASB2 (’ext. Interface’)
should only have external devices connected that meet the requirements for
SELV based on EN 61010-1 or IEC 61010-1.
• If CM ASB2 is opened by a user, all guarantees and warranties are
invalidated.

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1 Designated Use
CM ASB2 enables easier testing of relays with higher current or power
requirements.
The relay can be connected in a standard three-phase manner to CM ASB2,
which is connected to single phase outputs of CMC or CMS 25x. Any 1- or
2-phase faults can be switched with CM ASB2.
Main applications:
• Testing the I>> element (with e.g. 50 A) of an overcurrent relay per phase by
paralleling the outputs of the CMC 256.
• Switching up to 4 current outputs of the CMC 256 in series to gain four times
higher compliance voltage in the current path (e.g. for testing distance,
electromechanical relays).
• Using a CMS 25x (1 x I, 1 x U) without re-wiring while changing the fault type
cases. Testing in 6 fault type cases can be done automatically.

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2 Setting CM ASB2 into Operation

2.1 Wiring for Definite Time Relay
Figure 2-1:
Wiring for definite time
relay

ext. Interface

The example above shows the wiring for testing the I>> or I>>> stages of a
definite time relay. In this case all outputs of a CMC256-6 have been connected
in parallel. This way a maximum single-phase current of 75 A can be obtained.
For information on how long the current can be obtained refer to chapter
5.2 ”Voltage Input and Output”.
The user has to ensure sufficient conductor cross sections of the wiring to the
CM ASB2 and to the test object. In order to avoid thermal damage inside the
CM ASB2, the current input of the CM ASB2 possesses an overtemperature
protection.

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2.2 Wiring for Distance Protection Relay

Figure 2-2:
Wiring for distance
protection relay

ext. Interface

In the figure above, 4 outputs of a CMC256-6 have been connected in series.

This way a maximum single-phase current of 12.5 A can be obtained at
quadruple driving voltage (approx. 40 Vrms / 60 Vpk).
In the hardware configuration of the CMC 256-6 the single-phase fault model
with V Fault and I Fault has to be selected (refer to figure 2-3).
Figure 2-3:
Setting the single-phase
fault model in the TU 2.x
hardware configuration

If an additional amplifier of the type CMS25x is used as a source, wiring has to

be performed accordingly following the same principle.

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2.3 Functional Overview and Operation

The following table shows the assignment of fault type cases and input signals.
Table 2-1:
Assignment of test Bin. out 8 Bin. out 7 Bin. out 6 Bin. out 5 Fault type
cases to input signals
0 0 0 0 no fault output1
(output pattern at the
transistor outputs) 0 0 0 1 L1 - N
0 0 1 0 L2 - N
0 1 0 0 L3 - N
0 0 1 1 L1 - L2
0 1 1 0 L2 - L3
0 1 0 1 L3 - L1
1. The inputs are insulated from the outputs.

Two basic modes of operation are distinguished: "Auto" and "Manual".

In "Auto" mode control is performed by the connected CMC. From software
version Test Universe 2.0 on, automatic control of the CM ASB2 according to
the selected fault type is performed by the following test modules:
• Overcurrent
• (Adv.) Distance
• VI-Starting
• Autoreclosure
Precondition: The binary outputs Bin. out 5 - 8 are routed in the hardware
configuration of the Test Universe test software (refer to figure 2-4).

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Figure 2-4:
Setting the TU 2.x
hardware configuration:
Routing of the binary
outputs Bin. out 5 - 8
(ASB 5-ASB 8)

For other test modules, such as State Sequencer, the user has to set the binary
transistor outputs Bin. out 5 - 8 according to the output pattern shown in table 2-
1 prior to the fault inception (for a length of 100 ms).
This way, the relay switches during an intermediate no-load condition.
More detailed information about modules that do not support automatic
switching can be found in the Test Universe software description.
In "Manual" mode the fault type cases can be selected sequentially using the
arrow buttons on the front panel of CM ASB2.

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3 Setup and Function

3.1 Block Diagram
Figure 3-1:
Main block diagram of
CM ASB2 VOLTAGE INPUT SELV Group CURRENT INPUT

14 - 20V DC

DC
DC

Switch Switch
Matrix Matrix
Protection Protection
Logic

System
Control
Switch Switch
Matrix Matrix
re-inforced insulation
re-inforced insulation

Front Panel
- Keys
- LEDs

external Interface

VOLTAGE OUTPUT CURRENT OUTPUT

working insulation

The block diagram shows all externally accessible signals with grey shading.
Every grey area represents a galvanic group that is isolated from all other
galvanic groups.
The safety relevant insulated circuits (SELV ↔ VOLTAGE, SELV ↔ CURRENT)
are marked as "reinforced insulation" in the block diagram.

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3.2 Schematic Circuit of Switch Matrix

Figure 3-2:
Schematic circuit of INPUT (protected)
switch matrix

OUTPUT

The contact positions shown in the figure correspond to the fault type "OFF" (no
fault output).
The switch matrix for voltage and current circuit are always in the same fault type
state.

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4 Connections and Interfaces

4.1 Front Panel
Figure 4-1:
Front view of the
CURRENT INPUT VOLTAGE INPUT
CM ASB2
max. 75 A (30 A rated), 300 V 300 V, 12.5 A

CURRENT OUTPUT VOLTAGE OUTPUT

The input signal is routed to the selected The input signal is routed to the selected
output plugs. output plugs.

FAULT TYPE
Manual selection of the fault type. The current fault type is indicated by a highlighted LED. The
keys are locked while "Auto" mode is selected.

MODE
Changing the mode forces CM ASB2 to set the fault type to "OFF". In "AUTO" mode the fault
type is selected from the CMC test set. In "MANUAL" mode the fault type is selected with the
keys Ï and Ð.

Before changing the fault type state, verify that all outputs have been
turned off and are in a de-energized state.
The user has to ensure sufficient conductor cross sections of the wiring
to the switching box and to the test object.

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4.2 Side View

Figure 4-2:
Side view of the
CM ASB2

14 - 20 VDC External Interface

Power supply

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5 Technical Data
5.1 Insulation Coordination
Table 5-1:
Insulation Coordination
Insulation Coordination
Overvoltage category II
Pollution degree I
Insulation of voltage and – Reinforced insulation for operating voltage
current inputs and outputs of 600 Vrms max. to SELV
(front side) to SELV (rear side) – Clearance: > 6 mm

– Creepage distance: > 6 mm

– Test voltage: 3750 VAC
Insulation of voltage input and – Operating insulation
output to current input and
– Clearance: > 1 mm
output
– Creepage distance: > 1 mm
– Test voltage: 1500 VDC

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5.2 Voltage Input and Output

The voltage input and output is galvanically separated from the current input and
output.
Table 5-2:
Voltage input and output
Voltage Input and Output
Max. voltage 300 V
Max. current 12.5 A
Typ. internal resistance <100 mΩ
Max. switching time between 100 ms
fault types
Insulation reinforced insulation to SELV interface

5.3 Current Input and Output

The current input and output is galvanically separated from the voltage input and
output.
The current signal path has a special overtemperature protection. If
overtemperature is detected a circuit breaker opens the fault loop securely, even
at heavy loads. The LED "OFF" in the fault type field blinks till the CM ASB2 has
cooled down. This will take a few minutes.
Table 5-3:
Current input and output
Current Input and Output
Max. voltage 300 V
Max. current 75 A (see figure 5-1 and 5-2)
Typ. internal resistance <100 mΩ
Max. switching time between 100 ms
fault types
Insulation reinforced insulation to SELV interface

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Figure 5-1:
Duty cycle/current
characteristic curve,
max. duty cycle 100

80

Duty cycle in %
60

40

20

0
0 15 30 45 60 75

Current in A

All data are typical data and tested at 23° C ambient temperature. Figure 5-1
shows the maximum duty cycle vs. current for continous operation (>30 min no
overtemperature fault). The on-time was fixed to 5 seconds while the off-time
was made variable.
Figure 5-2:
Time/current
characteristic curve,
total breaking time 10000
Max. on-time in sec.

1000

100

10

1
0 15 30 45 60 75

Current in A

All data are typical data and tested at 23° C ambient temperature. Figure 5-2
shows the time till the circuit breaker switched off due to overcurrent. Between
each measurement the CM ASB2 was cooled down for 5 minutes.

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5.4 Timing Characteristic in "Auto" Mode

Figure 5-3:
Timing diagram "Auto"
mode Control signal from CMC

Short at inputs

Switch matrix

Time T0: Control signal for fault type case issued by CMC.
Time T1: After a time period of about 10 ms the voltage input and current
input are shorted.
Time T2: After a max. switching time of 100 ms the switch matrix is in the
new fault type state and the short circuit from the input is
removed.

5.5 Timing Characteristic in "Manual" Mode

Figure 5-4:
Timing diagram
"Manual" mode Button pressed

Short at inputs

Switch matrix

Time T0: Manual selection of fault loop by pressing the button.

Time T1: After a time period of about 10 ms the voltage input and current
input are shorted.
Time T2: Duration while button is pressed.
Time T3: After a max. switching time of 100 ms the switch matrix is in the
new fault type state and the short circuit from the input is
removed.

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5.6 External Interface

The external interface is the communication interface between CM ASB2 and
CMC test set. The binary outputs 5-8 are used to define the fault type state.
Figure 5-5:
Pins for the external
interface (16-pole
LEMO-socket), view
from cable connection

Table 5-4:
Combination socket
Pin Function
layout to external
interface pin 4 GND
pin 5 binary output 5
pin 6 binary output 6
pin 7 binary output 7
pin 8 binary output 8

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5.7 Power Supply

Power supply of the CM ASB2 is provided by means with a power supply unit
100 - 240 VAC / 18 VDC that is equipped with an adapter for the various country-
specific wall outlets.
Table 5-5:
Power supply unit
Power Supply Unit
Supply voltage
nominal voltage 100 ... 240 VAC
permitted range 85 ... 264 VAC
rated current input 400 mA

Frequency
nominal frequency 50 / 60 Hz
permitted range 45 ... 65 Hz
Output voltage 18 VDC
Rated current output 840 mA

Table 5-6:
Power supply data for
Power Supply CM ASB2
CM ASB2
Nominal supply voltage CM ASB2 18 VDC / 400 mA

Admissible range of power supply voltage +14 ... + 20 VDC

Power consumption 7W
Protection class II

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5.8 Environmental Conditions

5.8.1 Climate
Table 5-7:
Climatic conditions
Environmental Conditions
Operating temperature 0° ... +50°C
Storage and transportation -25° ... +70°C
Humidity 5 ... 95 % relative humidity, non-condensing

5.8.2 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

Table 5-8:
Electromagnetic
EMC
compatibility
CE conformity, requirements The product adheres to the guidelines of the
council of the European Community for
meeting the requirements of the member
states regarding the electromagnetic
compatibility (EMC Guidelines 89/336/EEC).
EN 61326-1
Emission
Europe EN 50081-2; EN 61000-3-2/3
International FCC Subpart B of Part 15 Class A

5.8.3 Safety Standards

Table 5-9:
Fulfilled safety
Safety Standards
standards
European Standards EN 61010-1
International Standards IEC 61010-1

5.9 Mechanical Data

Table 5-10:
Data regarding size,
Size, Weight and Protection
weight and protection
Weight 1300 g (2.87 lbs)
Dimensions w x h x d 240 x 160 x 60 mm (9.5 x 6.3 x 2.4")
Housing IP50 according EN 60529

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6 Appendix
6.1 Ordering Information
Table 6-1:
Ordering Information
Order Description Part Number
CM ASB2 (incl. accessories) VEHZ1200
CM ASB2 VEHZ1201
Power supply unit 100-240VAC/18VDC (incl. VEHZ1108
plug-in adapter for various country-specific
wall outlets).
16-pin connection cable CMC - CM ASB2 VEHK0003
Standard connection leads CMC 256 VEHK0112
6 x 2 m x 2.5 mm² (red)
6 x 2 m x 2.5 mm² (black)
Carrying case VEHP0020
User manual VESD1200

6.2 Cleaning
To clean the CM ASB2 test set, use a cloth dampened with isopropanol or water.

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 Contact Information / Technical Support

Contact Information / Technical

Support
Europe, Africa, Middle East
OMICRON electronics GmbH
Phone: +43 5523 507-333
E-Mail: [email protected]
Web: www.omicron.at

Asia, Pacific
OMICRON electronics Asia Ltd, Hong Kong
Phone: +852 2634 0377
E-Mail: [email protected]
Web: www.omicron.at

North and South America

OMICRON electronics Corp. USA
Phone: +1 713 830-4660 or 1 800 OMICRON
E-Mail: [email protected]
Web: www.omicronusa.com

For addresses of OMICRON offices with customer service centers, regional

sales offices or offices for training, consulting and commissioning please see our
website.

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 Index

Index
I
IEC 60950 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

A
Auto mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 M
Manual mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

B
block diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 N
nominal voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

C
CE conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
O
operating modes Auto & Manual . . . . . . . . . 11
ordering information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

E
electromagnetic compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
EN 61010 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
S
environmental conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
SELV interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

F
function
functional overview & operation . . . . . . . . 11

G
guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

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