ASCO 7000 Series IEC Medium Voltage

Power Transfer Switches

 Where Supply and Demand Connect

ASCO 7000 Series IEC Medium Voltage Power Transfer Switches

Power Continuity for:

• Healthcare Facilities • Data Centers • Waste Water Treatment
• Telecom Exchanges • Chemical Industry • Retail Business Centers
• Industrial Complexes • Refineries • Other Mission Critical Facilities

The availability, quality and reliability of electrical power can impact ASCO products can transform what could be a major
life, safety, productivity and financial success. catastrophe into complete assurance.

ASCO Power Technologies provides solutions to assure the With a variety of configurations, options and transfer modes includ-
continuity of power, from the design stage to installation, start-up ing open, delayed, and closed, ASCO 7000 SERIES Medium Voltage
and beyond: complete coverage for continuous Power Transfer Switches deliver per specifications and leverage in-
power. dustry leading switchgear per the IEC 62271-200 standard for metal-
enclosed switchgear and controlgear.

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Quality engineered with
factory tests on every assembly

The Innovation of ASCO Medium Voltage Power Transfer Switches

ASCO 7000 SERIES IEC Medium Voltage Power Transfer Switches
IEC Class: 7.2 kV, 12 kV, and 17.5 kV; Up to 2500 Ampere
Med Voltage Transfer
Rated Switch Dimensions
Voltage
Current (mm)
Class
(Amp)
Width Height Depth
630 2000 1350 2300
7.2 kV 1250 2400 1350 2300
2500 2400 1350 2300
630 2000 1350 2300
12 kV 1250 2400 1350 2300
2500 2400 1350 2300
630 2000 1350 2300
17.5 kV 1250 2400 1350 2300
2500 2400 1350 2300

internal arc classification IAC A FLR, loss of service continuity

category LSC 2B and partition class PM. This makes them suitable
for universal installation, meeting the highest requirements regard-
ing personal safety.

An ASCO 7000 SERIES microprocessor-based controller (Trans- The chart below provides an overview of the voltage, current and
fer Control Center) manages breaker operation to transfer power Rated Short Time Withstand ratings currently available.
sources for your critical needs.
Voltage Rated Short Time Withstand Peak Withstand
Class Current Current (1 sec) Current
Comprising voltage classes from 7.2 kV to 17.5 kV per IEC standards, 630
the Medium Voltage Transfer Switch may be equipped with protec- 7.2 kV 1250 25 kA 63 kA
2500
tive relays, load-side power metering, and Ethernet communications
630
to meet installation requirements. Additionally, custom engineered 12 kV 1250 25 kA 63 kA
solutions per specifications may also be accommodated. Switch 2500
630
modes options include open transition, closed transition, and de-
17.5 kV 1250 25 kA 63 kA
layed transition. 2500

All ASCO 7000 Medium Voltage Transfer Switches utilize industry

leading breaker technology and are approved with
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 ASCO 7000 SERIES Medium Voltage Power Transfer Switches (IEC)
ASCO Medium Voltage Power Transfer Switches are rated from 7.2
kV to 17 kV, with current capacities of 630 through 2500 amperes.
The Medium Voltage Automatic Transfer Switch basic
configuration comprises three modular vertical sections.

Key components and features include:

• ASCO 7000 SERIES Transfer Control Center For Open
Transition, Closed Transition, Or Delayed Transition
Operation.

• Loss of service continuity category LSC 2B (separate

partitions for bus bar, connection and switching-device
compartments).

• Use of maintenance-free vacuum circuit-breakers with

Optional Protective Relaying
One (1) Normal Source VCB for Transfer Switch
One (1) Emergency Source VCB for Transfer Switch

• Two (2) Normal Source Fused Voltage Transformers

(Open Delta).

• Two (2) Emergency Source Fused Voltage Transformers

(Open Delta).

• Cable earthing switch.

• Easy access to all panel components.

• Non-insulated copper bus.

• Confinement of an internal arc to the respective

compartment up to 25 kA.

• Load Power Metering and Ethernet communications.

ASCO 7000 SERIES IEC Medium Voltage
Power Transfer Switch • Integration With ASCO’s Critical Power Management
System for advanced monitoring and control of your
facilities critical power systems.

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At the crossroads of performance and simplicity

Transfer Switch Controller Medium Voltage Transfer Switch Specifications

Voltage 7.2 - 17.5 kV
The ASCO 7000 SERIES Transfer Control Center, providing refined Ampacity Rating Up To 2500A Up To 2500A
and proven transfer control for low and medium voltage switches, Number of Sections 3
leverages almost a century of power transfer innovation and applica- IEC 62271-200 Yes
tion experience. Arc Resistance IAC A FLR
Pressure Resistant Floor Cover Yes
Circuit Breakers Bottom Entry Cable Yes
Draw Out Circuit Breakers Yes
ASCO 7000 SERIES Medium Voltage Power Switch uses vacuum Automatic Shutters Yes
circuit breakers for superior reliability and maintainability. Each Grounded Barriers Yes
circuit breaker is listed according to according to IEC 62271-100 Power Coated with Epoxy Resins Yes
and VDE 0671-100 and is suitable for all indoor switching duties. Enclosure Rating IP2X
Breakers are designed for maintenance-free operating under nor- Integrated Mimic Diagram Yes
mal climatic conditions and for the maximum permissible number of Standard Color RAL 7035 Yes
operating cycles. Protective Relay Optional
Ethernet/Serial Communications Optional

Normal Source and Emergency Source circuit breakers are inter- Power Metering Optional

changeable due to identical ratings and configuration, as standard.

Stored energy mechanisms include electric motor charging and
manual charging handle. Breakers are intended and manufactured
to assure safe withdrawal for inspection and facilitate maintenance. Instrument Transformers

Arc Safety Instrument transformers include Current Transformers (CT) if

required and Voltage Transformers (VT, a.k.a. Potential Transformers
Internal arc classified switchgear according to IAC AFLR; front, lat- - PT) to measure circuit voltage and current. Additional VT features
eral and rear accessibility for all short circuit currents and an arc include truck earthed via frame of the panel.
duration of 1 s, optionally 0.1 s.
Controlgear Assembly
Overview of Standards
The controlgear assembly is air-insulated, type-tested, metal
IEC - Standards Description Meets or Exceeds enclosed and metal-clad medium-voltage switchgear for indoor
A.C. metal-enclosed switchgear and
IEC 62271-200 controlgear for rated voltages above installation complying with IEC 62271-200. The panel consists
1 kV and up to and including 52 kV of four compartments: bus bar compartment, switching device
IEC 62271-1
Common clauses for high-voltage
switchgear and controlgear standards
compartment, connection compartment, and low-voltage
High-voltage alternating current compartment. The controlgear has loss of service continuity
IEC 62271-100 circuit-breakers categoryLSC 2B which allows access to compartments
IEC 60529
Degree of protection provided by
enclosures (IP-code)
while other adjacent compartments remain in operation.
High-voltage alternating current
IEC 62271-102 disconnectors and earthing switches The complete enclosure and the partitions between the individual
IEC 62271-105
High-voltage alternating current
switch-fuse Combinations
compartments and covers are metallic and earthed. These features
Insulation coordination for equipment in
guarantee the highest possible service continuity category.
IEC 60071-1 three-phase systems above 1 kV

IEC 60282-1 Current limiting fuses

Working under voltage - Voltage detectors -

IEC 61243-5 Part 5: Voltage detection systems
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 Transition Options and Control Modes

Open Transition Transfer Switching Closed Transition Transfer Switching

ASCO Open Transition Transfer Switches feature non-overlapping ASCO Closed Transition Transfer Switches feature overlapping
breaker operation, assuring that electrical power sources remain breaker operation, permitting the transfer of electrical loads while
isolated and effectively interrupting the flow of power. The switch maintaining electrical continuity. The switch transfers in a ‘make
transfers in a ‘break before make’ mode. before break’ mode if all synchronization parameters for both
sources are within acceptable ranges. Control logic in the ASCO
Delayed Transition Transfer Switching 7000 SERIES Transfer Control Center monitors source conditions
andautomatically determines if the transfer should be open
ASCO Delayed Transition Transfer Switches provide a prescribed (conventional non-overlap mode) or closed transition.
disconnect time for load transfers between power sources. The
adjustable period of delay allows stored energy loads to dissipate Closed transition transfers occur within prescribed synchroniza-
power. Stored energy loads may include motors and drives, recti- tion parameters passively, without control of the engine generator
fier banks, power correction and filtration devices, and load man- set operation. Therefore, no additional control wiring is required
agement applications. Interlocking prevents direct connection of between the ATS and engine generator set governor or voltage
both sources to the load concurrently. regulator. Prescribed overlap time in a closed transition
transfer typically occurs within 100 milliseconds.

Automatic and Manual Control Modes

The mode selector switch allows the user to select between

automatic and manual control modes. Automatic control options
include open, delayed and closed transition. Electrically interlocked
manual controls on the front door permit safe, user-supervised
operation in non-automatic mode.

Breaker Control Switch Mode Selector Switch

Allows the operator to trip the breaker The mode selector switch allows the user to se-
in any control mode lect between automatic and manual control
modes. Every circuit breaker includes, on the
Allows the operator to close the breaker front door of its compartment, a breaker control
in manual mode with interlock protection switch for manually opening tand closing the cir-
cuit breaker when the system is in manual mode.
“Trip”, “Close”, and “Pull to Lock”
handle positions Electrical interlocks prevent simultaneous closure of
Normal and Emergency source breakers. Manual trip
Indicator LED of Normal and Emergency source breakers functions
Closed Red in both automatic and manual modes.
Open Green
Tripped Amber (protective relaying option)

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The ASCO 7000 Series Medium Voltage Power Transfer Switch includes advanced components such as the
ASCO 7000 Series Transfer Control Center and optional protective relays.

Options and Specified Components

Protective Relays

Protective relays address circuit protection and coordination Additional capabilities include web servers, gateways and
requirements not typically included in the scope of a transfer switch. managed networks.
Examples of circuit protection include:
The ASCO Digital Power Meter provides additional communication,
• Instantaneous Overcurrent protection and metering capabilities for normal and emergency
• AC Inverse Time Overcurrent sources as well as for the load, particularly useful for measuring
• Directional Power metering total power, generator and utility, delivered to the load.

An additional relay device, known as a Lockout Relay, assures fault Power Monitoring
acknowledgement by locking a breaker open after a fault trip.
The lockout relay, once a fault trip occurs, requires manual Power monitoring systems, commonly employed at many
intervention to reset the trip condition and allow the breaker to facilities with sophisticated power distribution, provide a focal
resume automatic control. point for systematic alarming, reports, control, diagnostic and
operational information. As these systems become more sophisticated,
In addition to adjustable protection parameters, protective relays providing analytical services such as operational evaluations and
additionally facilitate the implementation of complex coordination service scheduling, the importance of connectivity escalates.
requirements by allowing sophisticated trip curve tuning.
Instrumentation, Control & Metering
The ASCO 7000 SERIES IEC Medium Voltage Power Transfer
Switch includes standardized selections of protective relay options. With over a century of innovative firsts, ASCO excels in digital
Customer requirements of additional protective relaying may also instrumentation, controls and metering for electrical equipment.
be specified. Specified items can include:

Communication and Connectivity Capabilities • PowerQuest Critical Power Management System (CPMS)

ASCO offers flexible and sophisticated communication options • Digital metering: current, voltage, power, power factor,
including a variety of technologies and protocols to meet con- Frequency
nectivity requirements. Examples of peer and client/server com- • Advanced Power Metering with waveform recording
munication options include RS-485 and Ethernet connectivity and
Modbus ™ protocols. • Discrete indicator lights for status and control
information at a glance

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 ASCO 7000 Series Transfer Control Center

ASCO 7000 SERIES Transfer Control Center - Surge Specifications

Emission Standard - Group 1, Class A EN 55011
Generic Immunity Standard EN 50082-2
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Immunity EN 61000-4-2
Radiated Electromagnetic Field Immunity EN 50140
Radiated RF Electromagnetic Field Immunity EN 61000-4-3
Electrical Fast Transient (EFT) Immunity EN 61000-4-4
Surge Transient Immunity EN 61000-4-5
Conducted Radio-Frequency Field Immunity EN 61000-4-6
Voltage Dips, Interruptions and Variations Immunity EN 61000-4-11

The ASCO 7000 SERIES Transfer Control Center provides

power transfer control to low voltage power transfer switch-
es up to 4000 amperes and medium voltage power transfer
switches up to 3000 amperes.

Leveraging ASCO’s history and experience, the control-

ler combines state-of-the-art microprocessor technology,
superior noise immunity and advanced data computation and
evaluation algorithms.

It represents the standard for digital transfer switch

technology to which all others are measured, processing
voltage, current and frequency data, excelling in control logic,
and reporting status and diagnostic information with real-time
urgency.

ASCO 7000 Series

Microprocessor Controller

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 ASCO 7000 SERIES Transfer Control Center - Features
Digital microprocessor
Touch pad programming of feature and settings without the need for meters or variable power supplies
On-board diagnostics provide status panel, integrated display and communication interface with system status and performance
information
Displays and counts down active time functions
Selectable multilingual display including English, German, Portuguese, Spanish, French and others upon request
Password protection to prevent unauthorized tampering with settings
Remote monitoring and control with ASCO PowerQuest communications products
Historical event log
Statistical system monitoring information available via integrated display and communication interface

Voltage and Frequency Sensing Time Delays

• Under- and over-voltage settings on normal and emergency • Engine start time delay – adjustable from 0 to 6 seconds –
sources. delays engine starting signal to override momentary normal
source loss.
• Under- and over-frequency settings on normal and emergency.
• Transfer to emergency time delay – adjustable from 0 to 60
• True RMS voltage sensing with +/- 1% accuracy. minutes.

• Frequency sensing with +/- 0.2% accuracy. • Emergency source stabilization time delay – adjustable from
0 to 6 seconds – ignores momentary transients during initial
• Phase sequence sensing for phase sensitive loads. generator set loading.

• Voltage unbalance detection between phases. • Retransfer to normal – time delay with two settings:

Status and Control Features o Power failure mode – adjustable from 0 to 60 m

o Test mode – adjustable from 0 to 10 h
• Output contact (N/O or N/C) for engine-start signals.
• Unloaded running time delay – adjustable from 0 to 60
• Selection between “commit/no-commit” on transfer to minutes –
emergency after engine start and normal restores before provides engine cool-down time before shutting down the
transfer. engine.

• Event log displays 99 logged events with time/date stamp, • Pre- and post-transfer signal time delay – adjustable from
event type and event reason. 0 to 5 minutes – is for selective load disconnect with a pro-
grammable bypass on source failures. This signal is used to
• Optional output signals for remote indication of normal and drive a customer furnished relay, or optionally specify
emergency source acceptability accessory 31Z for two (2) sets of double throw contacts
rated 3 amperes at 480 volts AC.
• Statistical system monitoring data screens which provide:
o Total number of transfers. • Fully programmable engine exerciser with seven indepen-
o Number of transfers caused by power source failure. dent routines to exercise the engine generator, with or
o Total number of days the transfer switch has been in operation. without loads, on a daily, weekly, bi-weekly or monthly basis.
o Total number of hours that the normal and emergency
sources have been available. • Closed transition transfer time delays include:
o In-synch time delay – adjustable from 0 to 3 s
o Failure to synchronize – adjustable from 1 to 5 m
o Extended parallel – adjustable from 0.1 to 1.0 s

• Delayed transition load disconnect time delay – adjustable

from 0 to 5 minutes – disconnects the load for the set
period of time between power transfers (normal to
emergency, or emergency to normal).

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 ASCO 7000 Series Medium Voltage Transfer Switches
ASCO power products are designed to be the world’s most robust, intelligent and advanced power
transfer and control system with extensive diagnostic capabilities. The 7000 SERIES Medium Voltage
Transfer Switch is engineered to safely provide continuous power in the widest range of emergency
and standby power applications including industrial, commercial and business-critical facilities as well
as health care campuses.

ASCO 7000 Series Medium Voltage Transfer Switches - Catalog Number

A 7 A D T N 0 3 1250 7 5 X C
Interrupting Product Transition Device Neutral
Operation Type Construction Poles Amperes Voltage Controller Accessories Enclosures
Rating SERIES Type Type Code

A 25k 7 7000 A Automatic Blank Open T Transfer N IEC MV 0 None 3 0630 T 2.4 kV 5 Grp5 0 none C IP 2X
AIC SERIES N Non- C Closed Dual CB A Solid 1250 U 4.16 kV X Per Acc
Automatic D Delayed Transfer 2000 V 11 kV Z Number
Switch W 12.47 kV (See
X 13.2 kV table)
Z 14.4 kV Per
3 3.3 kV Spec.
6 6.6 kV
7 7.2 kV
8 10 kV
9 13.8 kV
0 Other

ASCO 7000 Series Medium Voltage Transfer Switches - Standard Accessories

Accessory Code Description
72E ASCO Communications Module
For IEC ONLY – Protective relay on Normal Source (Specify Manufacturer and Model Number) with
118NN
lockout relay
For IEC ONLY – Protective relay on Emergency Source (Specify Manufacturer and Model Number)
118NE
with lockout relay
135L ASCO Power Meter
139C1 CTs on Load (Add when ordering 135L)
139C2 CTs on Normal & Emergency (Add when ordering 118FN/FE)
139C3 CTs on Load, Normal & Emergency (Add when ordering 135L & 118FN/FE)
139F1 Portable CB Lift Truck (Separate Line Item on PO)

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TECHNOLOGY
ASCO is the world’s largest manufacturer of world-class power transfer technology. ASCO innovation delivers more than 100
million kilowatts every day. Reliably. Repeatedly. ASCO commercialized the first power transfer switch in 1920.

Today, ASCO innovations stand as milestones in power transfer.

As with ASCO Low Voltage Power Transfer Switches, ASCO Medium Voltage Power Transfer Switches optimize reliability and total
cost of ownership. ASCO integrated systems are the reference point for reliability, configurability and reduced maintenance require-
ments. Specify exactly the medium voltage transfer switch capabilities you need. With so much at stake, protect your facility’s
Business-Critical Continuity™, and your reputation.

SUPPORT
ASCO Support defines collaboration, comprising highly-skilled teams of factory-based and geographically dispersed applica-
tions engineers and project managers. Properly specifying medium voltage power transfer switches demands a thorough under-
standing of a range of issues and challenges. A team assigned to your project will work with you every step of the way, from design
to commissioning.

It’s our support that separates ASCO from the competition.

We will help you develop solutions that reduce installation costs, save time, improve operating efficiency, conserve utility and
maintenance costs, and provide complete life cycle management, including upgrades and retrofits.

SERVICE
ASCO provides service technicians, product specialists and engineers worldwide enable unparalleled assurance. With over 450
factory trained and authorized service representatives, ASCO is sure to be nearby to help you exceed your design, operational, and
service challenges.

To select a manufacturer who provides continuous coverage for continuous power, call us at 800-800-ASCO or visit our website at:
www.ascopower.com

We are ready to answer your call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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