FT+Flexitest+Family Product Guide 1VAC394641-PG Rev I April+2023
FT+Flexitest+Family Product Guide 1VAC394641-PG Rev I April+2023
PRODUCT GUIDE
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With more than 60 years of
experience, ABB is the test
switch manufacturer with the
largest installed base in North
America. ABB introduced the FT
switch and continues to be the
leader in innovation to make
power system testing safer,
faster and easier. Recent
additions include the FT-14D
Digital Flexitest™ switch,
ergonomic separate source
test plugs, FT cover shields,
FT slotted covers for hanging
tags and reverse current shorting
pole option.
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Table of contents
01. Features and application 05
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02. The most complete family of test switches 06
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03. Advantages 11
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04. Specifications 12
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05. Test plugs 18
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06. FT Flexitest™ switches ordering information 20
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07. Test plugs and accessories ordering information 33
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08. FT switch covers 36
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09. Warranty and diagrams 41
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Safety symbols
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Symbols
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1. F
T Flexitest™ family
Features and application
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With more than 60 years of experience, ABB is the 1.2 Application
test switch manufacturer with the largest installed ABB Flexitest switch types FT-1 (10 pole, rear
base in North America. ABB’s Flexitest switch connected), FT-1F (10 pole, front connected),
offers the highest quality and is the original FT — FT-1X (10 pole, extended terminals, rear
there is no equivalent. connected), FT-14 (14 pole, rear connected)
and associated test plugs provide a safe, simple,
1.1 Features fast and reliable method to isolate, test and service
• Clear covers allow for easier visual check on installed equipment without disturbing the
switch status power system.
• Colored switch handles simplify circuit
identification FT-14D is a new test switch solution for digital
• Rear extended switches provide easier, faster switchgear that uses low-energy voltage and
access to wiring points current sensors. The FT-14D switch ties to cutting-
• 14 pole and 19-inch-wide rack-mounted test edge digital strategies by allowing customers to
switches (FT-14 and FT-19R) help save space integrate current and voltage sensors within digital
and installation time switchgear and Relion® protective relays.
• Patented 3D white lettering on the front and 3D
white numbering on the rear of the test switch FT-19R, FT-19RX, FT-19RS and FT-22RS Flexitest
allows for easier identification of poles switch assemblies for rack and switchboard
• Comprehensive family of test plugs, including mounting permit convenient isolation of
SafePlugTM — an individual current test plug with switchboard relays, meters and instruments,
open current transformer (CT) protection allowing for quick and easy multi-circuit testing
• Online configurator to easily create and order by any conventional test method. These assemblies
customized switches — spine.abb.com/ftswitch use FT-1 and/or FT-14 switches, depending on
• FT-1 and FT-14 meet ingress protection IP41 for customer requirements.
protection against dripping water from the front
with shallow, clear and black covers installed A new slotted cover makes Flexitest switches easy
• FT-1 and FT-14 meet ingress protection IP2X for to identify by allowing the user to label each
finger safety at the product rear individual switch with a hanging tag to ensure
• FT-1 and FT-14 are RoHS compliant correct operation of the power system.
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2. T
he most complete family
of test switches
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FT-19RX extends the rear terminals of the FT-1 FT-19R 2RU with full-length clear cover
switches to the same depth as most 19-inch rack-
mounted equipment, thereby providing improved
access to the rear terminals. FT-19RX two-rack unit
(2RU) assemblies allow the user to mount
protective relays or other equipment in the racks
directly above and below the FT-19RX, optimizing
the space in the rack and reducing the amount of
wire required.
T H E M O S T C O M P L E T E FA M I LY O F T E S T S W I TC H E S 7
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2.6 FT-19RS assemblies consist of up to two FT-1
FT-19 3RU lockable version switches, two FT-14 switches or the combination
of one FT-1 and one FT-14 switch mounted on a 19-
inch wide, two-rack unit (2RU), three-rack unit
(3RU) or four-rack unit (4RU) high panel suitable
for rack or switchboard mounting. Any combination
of FT-1 or FT-14 switch styles may be selected with
FT-19R 3RU with special customer labels
individual black or clear covers. Non-ABB
equipment is not included with the assembly
(see FT-19RS picture).
xitest
xitestTM
™ rack or switchboard mounting. Any combination
of FT-1 or FT-14 switch styles may be selected with
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FT-14D digital test switch
Revolutionary technology to make testing safer, faster and easier
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— used in digital switchgear.
02 Rear view FT-14D adds
electronic module on the
back with RJ45 connectors FT-14D incorporates a passive electronic module on
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03 FT-14D test harness the rear with RJ45 connection to the Relion® relays
and FT-14D separate with low-energy voltage and current sensor inputs.
source test plug
The FT-14D maintains the same front interface as
the standard FT-14 Flexitest™ switch. It meets
ANSI/ IEEE standard C37.90, UL and is ESD proven.
— Lamicoid labels included
See page 23 for style number information.
01. on each handle
Testing
For testing purposes, use the FT-14D in conjunction
with two accessories — the FT-14 separate source
Standard screw- test plug and the FT-14D test harness (figure 03).
Connections to the Relion
type connections relay and sensors Follow these steps:
• Connect the FT-14D test harness RJ45 connectors
to an interface adapter that is plugged into the
protection relay test equipment.
• Insert the banana plugs into the FT-14 separate
source test plug.
• Insert the FT-14 separate source test plug into
the FT-14D by placing the switch blades in the
open position.
Passive electronic module
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3. Advantages
Flexitest™ switches provide a safer, more reliable 3.3 Maximum flexibility
and more cost-effective means to wire the output, Test switches can be assembled in a variety of
input and power relays, meters and other different arrangements and colors to match
associated equipment to external devices customer requirements. To build new or view
for in-service testing. existing Flexitest switches and FT-19R panels,
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please visit our interactive FT-1 Configurator
3.1 Safe and convenient website at spine.abb.com/ftswitch (see page 20).
All measurements and tests can be performed at
the front of the switchboard, without taking any 3.4 Security
devices out of service, and without the need to With the cover in place, a meter seal can be placed
access wiring at the rear of the devices. through either of the cover studs of any Flexitest
switch to prevent unauthorized access to the
Flexitest switches and test plugs have all the switch. As an additional feature, a clear cover is
features necessary for applications involving available that can also be installed with the switch
the safe measurement and isolation of individual blades in the fully open or closed positions. In
currents, voltages and digital I/O signals to addition, a barrier has been incorporated into the
facilitate testing of substation instrumentation cover to prevent knife switches from being left
and protection devices. partially open. Optional padlocking provisions are
available for most covers, allowing access to
The make-before-break current shorting feature authorized personnel only.
enables test personnel to quickly and safely isolate
equipment from current transformer (CT) circuits. 3.5 Quality
With over 50 years of field-proven applications,
Voltage measurements can also be made directly ABB is the test switch manufacturer with the
on Flexitest switches, without disturbing existing largest installed base in North America. ABB’s
connections. The test clip located on the top of Flexitest test switches have been an industry
each pole allows for connection with standard standard for many years.
spring-clip test leads.
3.6 Technical and application engineering support
3.2 Fast and reliable Available 24/7 at +1 800 929 7947 Ext 1.
When test plugs are used, any number of circuits
may be tested in rapid succession. One plug
properly connected can test all instruments
or meters of a particular type.
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4. Specifications
4.1 Certifications 4.3 Mounting
All Flexitest™ switches meet or exceed all The FT-1, FT-14 and FT-1X switches are designed for
requirements of ANSI/IEEE standard C37.90. Class semi-flush mounting on the front of switchboard
1E switches meet IEEE C37.98, C37.105, 323-1983 panels, facilitating inspection and accessibility.
and 344-1987 standards. The FT-1F is designed for surface mounting and can
also be mounted on a unistrut with the use of a
UL and CUL file number E504331, and Class 1E unistrut adapter plate. Refer to figures 37 to 40 on
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certification are available for most test switches. pages 42–45 for the specific outline and drilling
Contact your ABB representative for more details. plan information for each switch.
FT-1 and FT-14 meet ingress protection IP41 for the The FT-19R, FT-19RX and FT-19RS are designed
front of the product with shallow clear and black for mounting on 19-inch wide rack structures or
covers installed. FT-1 and FT-14 meet ingress conventional panels. The FT-22RS are designed
protection IP2X for the rear. for mounting on 22-inch rack structures. Outline,
drilling plan and switch dimensions are shown
FT-1 and FT-14 are RoHS compliant. on pages 46–52.
4.2 Ratings
All Flexitest switches are rated at 600 V AC or DC,
30 A continuous, 500 A for 1 sec.
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Approximate shipping weight and dimensions
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04 FT switch terminal
numbering,
rear view.
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05 FT switch terminal
lettering, front view
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4.4 Construction All switches may be purchased with a black opaque
The base of all Flexitest™ switches is made of a cover or a deep clear cover. The deep clear cover
high-grade molded thermoplastic that provides offers the user the unique option of intentionally
a tough, insulated enclosure. Barriers are molded leaving switch handles in the open position with
into the base (front and rear) to separate the switch the cover in place, maintaining the provision for a
units from one another. The barriers provide meter seal. This enables the user to service
insulation between poles, and also ample wiring electrical equipment while still complying with
space between terminals. The terminals of the OSHA tag and lockout procedures.
FT-1X are extended either 8 or 10 inches beyond
the switch blades located on the front of the Lockable covers (in black or clear) are also available
switch. The front of the switch is marked with a upon request.
white raised 3D lettering, which allows easier
identification of poles. The back of the terminals Any cover can be ordered separately to retrofit
is marked with a white raised 3D numbering, any existing switch, maintaining the same ease
which allows easier identification of poles and of use and accessibility. See ordering information
helps prevent inadvertent upside down installation. on page 34.
4.5 Cover
All Flexitest switch covers provide a tough
insulated enclosure for the switch and are made
from a durable thermoplastic material. Covers are
fastened to the switches with thumbnuts on each
end that can be loosened and tightened by hand,
or with a 1⁄4 -inch nut driver. This is the same size nut
driver used on the hex head terminal screws of all
Flexitest switches. All covers have the provision to
accept meter seals.
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FT test switch cover
selection samples:
06 Shadow black
07 Deep clear
08 Lockable
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06 07 08
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4.6 Poles Each potential pole can also be described with two
FT-1, FT-1F and FT-1X switches are available in characters (P1 to P9). P indicates potential and the
combinations of one to a maximum of 10 individual second character is a numeric color code for the
poles or switch units. FT-14 switches are available switch handle.
in combinations of one to a maximum of 14 poles
or switch units. Each pole is identified by a letter 4.6.2 Current poles
(A to J or A to N) visible along the top of the base Current poles are typically configured in sets of two
from left to right (front view). (C-C), for use with current circuits, and consist of a
current test jack, a shorting spring, a shorting
Individual pole designations are used to identify blade, and a non-shorting blade (see Figure 2). The
each pole according to its type or function. In order positions of the short circuit springs are always
to develop a complete switch arrangement, pole visible from the front of the switch.
designations should be listed sequentially from left
to right to account for every pole position on the C designates a single current circuit, non-shorting
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switch. Unused poles are identified by the letter X. pole, with a current test jack and a black handle.
Current poles with other color handles are available
Each individual pole is of a knife-blade type. There by replacing the “C” with the appropriate
are two different types of poles, potential and designation per chart on page 15.
current.
Each current pole can also be described with two
For quick, easy, user-friendly configuration of characters (C1 to C9). C indicates current and the
Flexitest switches, please visit spine.abb.com/ second character is a numeric color code for the
ftswitch. switch handle.
4.6.1 Potential poles Current poles typically span more than one pole
Potential poles (P) are configured as single, non- position. Pole designations C-C, C-C-C, C-C-C-C
shorting knife blades for use in potential, trip or and C-C-C-C-C indicate current shorting poles
control circuits. P designates a potential, trip or (make-before-break) with black handles. Note that
control circuit with a black handle. Potential poles any color handle may be selected for any pole
with other color handles are available by replacing position by using the appropriate pole designation,
the “P” with the appropriate designation as per the ex: 5-R or C-9-7 (alternately C5-C2 or C1-C9-C7).
chart on page 15.
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Blade assembly of two- Switch jaw Test clip
position current poles
Non-shorting spring
Shorting
blade
Visual FT switch
disconnect
“make-before-break”
operation
CT reversed
shorting spring
Current
test jack
S P E C I F I C AT I O N S 15
Visit spine.abb.com/ftswitch to build any view schematic details and get style number
complete FT switch arrangement, select options, information.
Z P7 Blue
W P8 White
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O P9 Orange
L L1 Black †† Potential, shorting blade Current test jack
O Y Z W G C - C T V H
P9 P6 P7 P8 P5 C1 - C1 P2 P4 P3
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Exceeding this torque may result in damage to
terminal threads. On extended versions of the
FT switch (ex. FT-1X), exceeding maximum
torque values may lead to loosening of internal
hardware. Even number terminals (bottom
row) of Flexitest™ switches should be
connected to voltage transformers and current
transformers, while odd number terminals (top
row) should be connected to equipment that
is to be isolated, such as meters and relays.
Maximum lug size = yellow 10–12 AWG ring
terminal. Recommended lug size for PTs is 12
AWG and for CTs is 10 AWG.
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5. Test plugs
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13 Safe plug with
open CT protection
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14 In-service series
When using an in-service series test plug for
test plug
— current measurements, connections from the
15 Individual current
test plug to the measuring instruments must
circuit test plug
— be made before inserting the test plug in
16 Separate source
— place.
test plug
13
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T E S T P LU G S 19
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connections. The separate source test plugs electromechanical relays in the Flexitest type
provide quick circuit testing by fitting into the FT case.
stationary contact jaws of any matching Flexitest™
type FT case or switch.
5.4.1 Ergonomic separate source test plug 10-position FT-1 standard separate source test
The 10- and 14-position ergonomic separate source plug: To prevent relay misoperation, do not
test plugs use an alignment boss at each end to insert or remove the 10-position separate
connect with the FT-1 and FT-14 switch cover source test plug while the test set leads are
mounting posts, respectively, for secure and attached. Provision is made only on current
accurate alignment. The ergonomic separate poles with shorting springs to automatically
source test plug incorporates a handle for ease short-circuit current transformer circuits when
of insertion into the FT test switch. The separate the knife switches are opened prior to
source test plug 45-degree connector angle makes inserting the test plug.
it easy to access and connect test leads at virtually
any height. The separate source test plug
incorporates a unique extended isolating barrier 5.5 Flexitest test kit
that prevents relay and power system misoperation The ABB Flexitest test kit comes with a convenient
by performing a secure break-before-make carrying case to hold your handheld meter, test
operation when inserted or disconnected. The plugs, patch cords, test clips and test probes in
separate source test plug design connects the neat order. Flexitest test kits can be ordered with
relay inputs and outputs to a set of binding banana your selected quantities of test plugs, safety patch
posts on the top of the test plug. An insulated cords, test clips and test probes. Patch cords are
barrier along the bottom of the blades isolates highly durable and flexible. Contact your local ABB
the relay circuits from external connections. Test representative for a quotation. For more
information, see “Test plugs and accessories —
ordering information” on pages 33–35.
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6. F
T Flexitest™ switches
ordering information
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Screenshots from
spine.abb.com/ftswitch
When style numbers are
not available, “TBD” (to
be determined), order
by “Arrangement”.
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FT-1 and FT-1X
10 pole Flexitest™ switches
FT-1
10 pole switch
Style numbers are assigned by the factory. Individual covers for FT-1 to be used on FT-19R application
should be ordered as a separate item. See ordering
Choose from available options by adding style prefix as shown. information table on page 34.
T 4 A 1 4
2 T
9 A
1 4
5 C
0 N
1 G 0 0
1
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Style prefix
FT-1X
10 pole switch with extended terminals, rear connected
Style numbers same as FT-1. Individual covers for FT-1 to be used on FT-19R application
should be ordered as a separate item. See ordering
Choose from available options by adding style prefix as shown. information table on page 28.
1 2 9 A 5 0 1 G 0 1
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Style prefix Extended length
Same as FT-1
Description Code
10.25 inches X 1 0
8.25 inches X 0 8
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FT-1F and FT-14
10 and 14 pole Flexitest™ switches
T 4 A 1 4
2 T
9 A
1 4
5 C
0 N
1 G 0 0
1
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Style prefix
Black cover, screw terminals F Clear cover shield, stud and nut terminals G S F
Black cover, stud and nut terminals F S Black slotted cover, screw terminals T
Black cover shield, screw terminals K F Black slotted cover, stud and nut terminals T S
Black cover shield, stud and nut terminals K S F Lockable black cover, screw terminals L F
Clear deep cover, screw terminals C F Lockable black cover, stud and nut L S F
Clear deep cover, stud and nut terminals C S F Lockable clear deep cover, screw terminals L C F
Clear shallow cover, screw terminals M F Lockable clear deep cover, stud and nut L C S F
Clear shallow cover, stud and nut terminals M S F Lockable clear deep cover, screw terminals L M F
Clear cover shield, screw terminals G F Lockable clear deep cover, stud and nut L M S F
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Base type No. of poles No. of potentials Additional feature
F T 4 A 1 4 T 1 4 C N 4 0 0 4
1
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Depth Terminals Cover Code no.
Lockable clear, W
shallow cover
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FT-14D
14 pole Flexitest™ switch
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Base type No. of poles No. of potentials Additional feature
F T 4 D 1 4 T 1 4 M N 4 7 7 9 - 0 1
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Depth Terminals Cover Code no.
Lockable clear, W
shallow cover
6.1 FT-1, FT-1F and FT-1X switches are available An FT-1X extended switch with clear cover will
in any combination of one to 10 poles. Each be supplied by using prefix “C” and suffix “X10”;
different configuration of poles is assigned a ex: C129A501G014X10
unique part number or style number by the factory.
See ordering information chart for FT-1, FT-1X and 6.1.4 Front connected
FT-1F on pages 21–22. Adding a prefix “F” to the standard style number
is used for a front connected FT-1F switch, which
The standard FT-1 style number defines a unique allows the user to make the connections on the
pole configuration with black cover and screw front of the switch.
terminals; ex: 129A501G01. Adding a prefix and/or
suffix to the standard style number allows the 6.2 FT-14 switch is available in any combination
selection of options for FT-1 as well as the ability up to 14 poles. Each different style number is based
to create complete FT-1F and FT-1X style numbers. on a smart part number system. See ordering
information chart on page 22.
Customers may also place an order by providing a
complete switch arrangement definition as well as 6.2.1 Terminal connections
the selected options; ex: P X P C-C C-C C-C P (P1 X0 A standard FT-14 switch with screw termination will
P1 C1-C1 C1-C1 C1-C1 P1), clear cover, screw be supplied when using the normal style number.
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terminals. For configurations -A or -E, the double An optional FT-14 switch with stud and nut
character should be used. termination can be supplied at no additional charge
provided when the seventh character on the smart
6.1.1 Terminal connections part number is changed from “T” to “S.”
An optional FT-1 switch with stud and nut
termination can be supplied at no additional 6.2.2 Cover
charge. Style number prefix “S” is used for this A standard FT-14 switch with clear cover will be
option; ex: S129A501G01. For optional clear cover supplied when using the normal style number. An
with stud and nut terminals use style number prefix optional FT-14 switch with black cover can be
“CS”; ex: CS129A501G01. See pages 21–22 for more supplied at no additional charge provided the tenth
ordering details. character in the above style is changed from “C” to
“B.” An optional FT-14 switch with lockable clear or
6.1.2 Cover black cover can be supplied at no additional charge
An optional clear cover will be supplied instead provided the tenth character is changed from “C”
of the black cover by using style number prefix to either “M” (clear shallow), “L” (lockable clear), “R”
“C”; ex: C129A501G01. (lockable black), “W” (lockable clear shallow) or “T”
(black slotted cover).
6.1.3 Depth
An FT-1X extended switch with black cover will be
supplied by using suffix “X08” for 8 inches and
“X10” for 10 inches; ex: 129A501G014X08 or
129A501G01X10.
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6.3 FT-19 and FT-22 test switch assemblies. To obtain the FT-1 or FT-14 switch style number and
The FT-19R and FT-19RX assemblies accommodate the three- or four-digit code number, refer to the
up to three FT-1 switches. The FT-19RS and FT-22RS ABB FT-1 configurator at spine.abb.com/ftswitch
assemblies accommodate up to two FT-1 switches, or the FT Switch Selection Guide (document
two FT-14 switches or the combination of one FT-1 1VAC397062-SG). A cover plate will be provided for
and one FT-14 switch. unused FT-1 or FT-14 switch positions (A, B or C) by
using code number “000” or “0000” respectively.
Each different style number is based on a smart
part number system. See page 26–28 for more If a particular arrangement is not listed, contact
ordering details. the ABB Coral Springs factory.
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the prefix “RS” to represent stud-type terminals
6.3.2 Panel height (e.g., RS129A501G01). For FT-19RX assemblies,
The 19-inch as well as 22-inch wide mounting panel provide the required FT-1 switch style with an
can be ordered in different rack unit (RU) heights: “R” or “RS” prefix plus the X08 or X10 length suffix
2RU, 3RU or 4RU. The 3RU assembly is available (e.g., R129A501G01X10).
with switch positions centered, mounted high or
mounted low. The 4RU is available with switches It is not necessary to add “R” prefix to the standard
mounted low or high. style number of FT-1 or FT-14 switches to be used
as replacement on FT-19RS assemblies.
6.3.3 Panel color and material
Panels are available in the following colors and 6.3.6 Cover
materials: brushed finish aluminum; beige For FT-19R assemblies, the cover field should be
(textured surface) steel; light sandalwood left BLANK to order the unit with the standard full-
(RAL1019) steel; thunder blue (textured) steel; gray length clear cover. Optional full-length black (A) or
(RAL7032 smooth surface) steel; ANSI 61 gray steel; clear (N), full-length shallow clear (M), individual
ANSI 70 gray steel; RAL7035 gray steel; black black (B), individual deep clear (C), individual
(smooth surface) steel; and white (Corvel 30-1112 shallow clear (H), lockable full-length clear (L) or
high gloss) steel. black (R), lockable full-length shallow clear (W) or
full-length black slotted cover (T) can be requested
For visual representation of the panel colors, by indicating the assigned letter on the cover field
please visit spine.abb.com/ftswitch. on the smart part number.
6.3.4 Flexitest™ switch code numbers The cover field is always required on FT-19RX,
(positions A, B and C) FT-19RS and FT-22RS part numbers.
Each FT-1 switch is identified by a unique three-
digit code number. FT-14 switches are identified 6.3.7 Additional features
by a unique four-digit code number. These code When ordering the “flat panel” version, please note
numbers are required for each of the positions this is meant for applications where flush panel or
in the assembly (positions A, B and C). cabinet mounting is required.
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FT-19R
Flexitest™ switch assembly
F R 2 B 0 1 4 0 1 4 0 1 4 T
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Panel height FT-1 switch code numbers Cover
1
The cover option "N" only applies when additional features are required.
For special configurations, please contact the factory.
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FT-19RX
Flexitest™ switch assembly
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Gray (ANSI 61 smooth G
surface) steel
F R 2 B 0 1 4 0 1 4 0 1 4 N X 1 0
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Panel height FT-1 switch code numbers Cover Extended length switches
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FT-19RS and FT-22RS
Flexitest™ switch assembly
S R 2 B 0 1 4 - N - 4 0 2 5 B
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Terminal connections Positions A, B, C Cover Additional features
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Fig. Pos. A Pos. B Pos. C POS. A POS. B POS. C
25–28 Possible
combinations of FT-1 FT1 FT1 SXX
25 FT1 FT1 SXX
and FT-14 switches on
FT-19RS and FT-22RS 26 FT1 SXX FT1
assemblies when space
27 SXX FT1 FT1
for special equipment
is not required. Consult 28 FT1 N SXX SPECIAL
the ABB factory for EQUIPMENT
custom configurations.
0.50
4.75 REF
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SPECIAL
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EQUIPMENT
0.50
5.00 REF
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SPECIAL
EQUIPMENT
0.50
4.75 REF
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SPECIAL
EQUIPMENT
0.50
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Table 1. Available special equipment codes 4.75 REF
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Code Detail drawing Manufacturer Description 28
S01 PNL-DRL-S01 – Toggle switch
S02 PNL-DRL-S02 Electroswitch Series 24 lock-out relay
S03 PNL-DRL-S03 GE GE type SBM control switch
S04 PNL-DRL-S04 GE GE type SB-1 switch
S24 PNL-DRL-S24 Electroswitch Series 24 control
transfer switch
Note: Special equipment not included with assembly.
F T F L E X I T E S T S W I TC H E S O R D E R I N G I N F O R M AT I O N 31
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Most popular FT switches
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Table 1 — FT -1 switch selection guide
Poles Potential Current A B C D E F G H I J Style number Code Options In-service test plug
10 10 0 P P P P P P P P P P 129A501G01 001 Black cover, screw terminals 129A062G10
10 10 0 T T T T T T T T T T 129A539G01 036 Black cover, screw terminals 129A062G10
10 10 0 P T T T T T T T T T 9688A17G01 584 Black cover, screw terminals 129A062G10
10 10 0 P P P P P P P P T T 1586C42G23 212 Black cover, screw terminals 129A062G10
10 10 0 P P P P T T T P P P 9676A14G01 452 Black cover, screw terminals 129A062G10
10 10 0 T T P P P P P P P P 1586C42G45 262 Black cover, screw terminals 129A062G10
10 4 6 P P P C - C C - C C - C P 129A514G01 014 Black cover, screw terminals 292B319G23
10 4 6 P C - C P C - C P C - C P 129A528G01 026 Black cover, screw terminals NONE
06
10 4 6 C - C C - C C - C P P P P 774B430G20 171 Black cover, screw terminals NONE
10 4 6 T T T T C - C C - C C - C 498A010G01 065 Black cover, screw terminals NONE
10 4 6 P P P P C - C C - C C - C 670B197G18 119 Black cover, screw terminals NONE
10 4 6 T T T C - C C - C C - C T 714B325G32 137 Black cover, screw terminals 292B319G23
10 4 6 C - C C - C C - C T T T T 774B430G24 183 Black cover, screw terminals NONE
10 3 7 P P C C - C C - C C - C P 129A535G01 033 Black cover, screw terminals 292B319G22
10 2 8 P C - C C - C C - C C - C P 129A518G01 018 Black cover, screw terminals 292B319G22
10 2 8 C - C C - C C - C C - C P P 837A407G01 083 Black cover, screw terminals NONE
10 2 8 C - C C - C C - C C - C T T 774B430G22 173 Black cover, screw terminals NONE
10 0 10 C - C C - C C - C C - C C - C 498A020G01 073 Black cover, screw terminals NONE
8 0 8 , C - C C - C C - C C - C , 129A517G01 017 Black cover, screw terminals 292B319G22
8 0 8 X R - R R - R R - R R - R X 9660A84G01 266 Black cover, screw terminals 292B319G22
6 0 6 , , , C - C C - C C - C , 129A516G01 016 Black cover, screw terminals 292B319G23
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Table 2 — FT -14 switch selection guide
The above are the most popular FT switch configurations. For more styles, please visit spine.abb.com/ftswitch
32 F T F L E X I T E S T ™ S W I T C H E S T H E R E I S N O E Q U I VA L E N T
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Table 3 — FT -19R switch assemblies
FR3G083001001 083 001 001 3RU (centered), steel, ANSI 61 gray, screw terminals
FR3G083452000 083 452 000 3RU (centered), steel, ANSI 61 gray, screw terminals
FR2G014001001 014 001 001 2RU, steel, ANSI 61 gray, screw terminals
FR3G036036036 036 036 036 3RU (centered), steel, ANSI 61 gray, screw terminals
FR2G026001001 026 001 001 2RU, steel, ANSI 61 gray, screw terminals
FR3G026001026 026 001 026 3RU (centered), steel, ANSI 61 gray, screw terminals
FR3G171171001 171 171 001 3RU (centered), steel, ANSI 61 gray, screw terminals
FR2G001001000 001 001 000 2RU, steel, ANSI 61 gray, screw terminals
FR2G001000000 001 000 000 2RU, steel, ANSI 61 gray, screw terminals
FR3H014014014 014 014 014 3RU (centered), steel, ANSI 70 gray, screw terminals
FR3G026001001 026 001 001 3RU (centered), steel, ANSI 61 gray, screw terminals
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Table 3 — FT -19RS switch assemblies
The above are the most popular FT switch configurations. For more styles, please visit spine.abb.com/ftswitch
F T F L E X I T E S T S W I TC H E S O R D E R I N G I N F O R M AT I O N , T E S T P LU G S A N D A C C E S S O R I E S O R D E R I N G I N F O R M AT I O N 33
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7. T
est plug and accessories
ordering information
07
Standard individual current circuit test plug — leads not included 7B4618G04
Standard individual current circuit test plug — 6-ft. length leads 7B4618G05
with retractable banana jacks, 13 AWG
FT test kit (Includes ABB bag) Items in test kit 9688A68G25 Rated voltage Rated current
1 red 6-ft. safety patch cord with retractable-sleeve banana plug 600 V DC 32 A
on both ends
1 black 6-ft. safety patch cord with retractable-sleeve banana 600 V DC 32 A
plug on both ends
1 red 10-ft. UTP cable with RJ-45 male connector on both ends 600 V 30 A
1 red safety plug-on test probe 1000 V 10 A
1 black safety plug-on test probe 1000 V 10 A
1 red safety plug-on alligator test clip 1000 V 10 A
1 black safety plug-on alligator test clip 1000 V 10 A
FT-1 ergonomic separate source test plug — 1509B01G01 600 V 30 A
FT individual series test plug — 7B4618G04 600 V 30 A
FT test kit (Includes ABB bag) Items in test kit 9688A68G26 Rated voltage Rated current
1 red 6-ft. safety patch cord with retractable-sleeve banana plug 600 V DC 32 A
on both ends
1 black 6-ft. safety patch cord with retractable-sleeve banana 600 V DC 32 A
plug on both ends
1 red 10-ft. UTP cable with RJ-45 male connector on both ends 600 V 30 A
1 red safety plug-on test probe 1000 V 10 A
07
07
Label holder 1506B81H01
Sleeve (gloss polycarbonate) for FT-1 SW
*To create and print custom labels, please use the template
in the downloads section at this link.
Banana thumbnut knobs for FT-14 separate source and FT-1 9683A91G02
in-service series test plugs. Test plug knobs replace all older
design knobs. The knobs have a 10–32 threaded brass insert
that accommodates all types of test set leads and lugs.
36 F T F L E X I T E S T ™ S W I T C H E S T H E R E I S N O E Q U I VA L E N T
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8. FT switch covers
Covers Description Style number
FT-1 standard individual shallow cover with thumb 128A973G01
nuts — black
08
FT-19R individual standard individual deep cover 9683A78G01
with thumb nuts and cover studs — clear
—
FT cover shield
—
FT slotted cover
Covers Description Style number
FT-1 slotted cover with thumb nuts, barrier 6097B95G01
and hardware to mount barrier — black
— Cover shield installation Install the cover shield by holding each end and
29 FT-14 shallow clear
cover shield hanging The cover shield is easy to install and remove evenly insert the external tabs onto the existing
from external tabs while being a safeguard for “hot” blades. The ABB cover mounting posts. The separate source test
on a test switch
— separate source test plug can be inserted into plug can now be inserted into the FT switch for
30 FT-14 shallow the FT switch while keeping hot blades isolated, safe testing. Internal bosses can be used to hold
clear cover shield
inserted into the test providing safety during necessary testing. Loose the cover in place over the knife blades but does
switch by using the covers can be secured easily with the user having not allow for testing. The cover shield can be
internal bosses
— no place to put them. removed easily in the same manner.
31 FT-1 shallow black
cover shield hanging
from external tabs The cover shield is available in clear and black
with separate source shallow thermoplastic material and can replace
test plug inserted
into the test switch existing covers for both FT-1 (10 pole) and FT-14
(14 pole) switches.
08
— — —
29 30 31
40 F T F L E X I T E S T ™ S W I T C H E S T H E R E I S N O E Q U I VA L E N T
—
FT slotted cover
—
32 FT-1 / FT-14 Slotted cover and barrier installation The slotted covers are available in shallow black
slotted cover with
The new slotted cover allows the user to label each thermoplastic material and can replace existing
barrier assembly
— individual switch with a hanging tag for ease of covers for FT-1 (10 pole), FT-14 (14 pole) and FT-19R
33 FT-19R slotted cover
circuit identification and to ensure correct rack-mounted Flexitest™ switches. If the slotted
with barrier assembly
— operation of the power system. The slotted covers cover is ordered as an individual item, the
34 FT-1 switch with
include a removable protective barrier that acts as protective barrier can be installed over the cover
slotted cover installed
and labeled hanging tags a safeguard for “hot” blades and is easy to install mounting posts with the included hardware.
—
and remove.
35 FT-1 switch with
slotted cover removed
with labeled hanging tags
—
36 FT-1 switch with
SLOTTED COVER
slotted cover and
barrier installed
SCREW NUT
SLOTTED COVER
LOCKWASHER WASHER
NUT
WASHER BARRIER
08
BARRIER
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32 33
— —
34 35
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36
F T S W I TC H C O V E R S , W A R R A N T Y A N D D I A G R A M S 41
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9. Warranty and diagrams
All ABB Flexitest™ switches and assemblies are
backed by a 12-year warranty. The quality of ABB
products is based on years of experience and
rigorous quality testing programs.
09
42 F T F L E X I T E S T ™ S W I T C H E S T H E R E I S N O E Q U I VA L E N T
— Outline
37 FT-1 and FT-1X switch
outline and drilling plan
6.375
(161.9) Panel
0.594
(15.1)
2.813 1.000
(71.4) (25.4)
Panel
1.406
(35.7)
3.125
(79.4)
Drilling plan
09
2.844 2.844
(72.2) (72.2)
1.156 (29.4)
0.125R
2.688 2.688
(3.175)
(68.3) (68.3)
FT-1X
Panel
—
37
— Outline
38 FT-1F switch outline
and drilling plan
6.37 (161.91)
3.2 (81.38)
3.65 (92.75)
4.00 (101.53)
0.35 (8.95)
Fig. 1 FT-1F with clear deep cover
Terminal cover
removed to Panel
3.08 (78.36)
show detail 6.06 (153.89)
09
Fig. 2 FT-1F with black and clear shallow cover
2.64 (67.14)
Drilling plan
r
eo
nc
3.3 (83.82)
a ra p
le ta
2c 2
- 3 10 - 3
10
5.75 (146.05)
—
38
— Outline
39 FT-14 switch outline
and drilling plan
3.890
(98.8)
Panel
7.873
(200)
0.594
(15.1)
1.406 1.000
(35.7) (25.4)
3.125
(79.4)
1.771 2.000
(45) (50.8)
Drilling plan
09
3.595 3.595
(91.3) (91.3)
1.156 R0
(3 . 1 25
(29.4) .
Ty 2)
Cutout p
1.156
(29.4)
3.476 3.476
(88.3) (88.3)
—
39
—
40 FT-14 shallow cover
7.873
7.873
(200.0)
200.0
Panel
0.594
0.594
15.1
(15.1)
1.000
1.000
1.406
1.406 25.4
(25.4)
35.7
(35.7)
2.813
2.813
71.4
(71.4)
1.315
1.315 2.000
2.000
33.4
(33.4) 50.8
(50.8)
3.890
3.890
98.8
(98.8)
09
6.667
6.667
169.3
(169.3)
—
40
—
41 FT-19R
3.320
3.320
84.3
(84.3)
19.000
19.000 1.320
1.320 2.000
2.000
482.6
(482.6) 33.5
(33.5) 50.8
(50.8)
18.186 (462)
18.186 [462]
3.000
3.000
3.469
3.469
76
(76)
88
(88) 1.735
1.735
44.1
(44.1)
.580 [15]
0.580 (15)
.875 [22]
0.875(22)
.867
0.867 .829
0.829 5.202
5.202
22.0
(22.0) 21.1
(21.1) 132
(132)
09
1.280
1.280
(32.5)
32.5
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41
1OF2
—
42 FT-19R (continued)
1.785
1.785
45.3
(45.3)
2.000
2.000
50.8
(50.8)
—
42
09
—
43 FT-19R dimensions
and layout for
rack mounting
19.000 (483)
4.250(108)
0.407(10) 18.186 (462)
1.750 2.000
0.234 (44) (51)
FT19R - 2RU
(6)
3.469(88)
3.000(76)
0.875(22) 0.580(15)
FT19R - 3RU
1.484(38)
5.219(133)
2.250(57)
09
5.219 (133)
FT19R - 4RU
1.484(38)
2.514(64) Ref - Available area for user labels
4.234(108)
6.969(177)
4.000(102)
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44 Outline and drilling
plan for FT-19R with flat
panels (no rolled edges),
rack or flush mounting
for panels or cabinets
5.219 (132.56)
2.250 (57.15)
2.750 (69.85) 2.250 (57.15)
09
18.468 (469.09) 0.250 (6.35) Dia
4 places
0.484 (12.29) 17.500 (444.50) 0.234 (5.94)
5.219 (132.56)
4.750 (120.65) 4.750 (120.65)
2.750 (69.85)
6.968 (176.99)
4.000 (101.60) 4.000 (101.60)
2.750 (69.85)
0.250 (6.35)
Cutout 4RU FT-19R
—
44
Ref.:
Dimensions inches (mm)
All figures show front view FT19R panels and cutouts
—
45 FT-19RS
FT19RS
19.000
19.000 1.233
1.233
483
(483) (31)
31
1.063
1.063 7.873
7.873 6.375
6.375 2.000
2.000
27.0
(27.0) 200.0
(200.0) 161.9
(161.9) 51
(51)
1.000
1.000
25
(25)
3.360
3.360
85 3.000
(85)
3.000
76
(76)
.594
0.594
15
(15)
.580
0.580
1.155
1.155
15
(15)
29.3
(29.3)
09
.875
0.875 3.118
3.118
22
(22)
79.2
(79.2)
1.664
1.664
42
(42)
—
45
1OF1
—
46 FT-22RS
dimensions
and layout for
rack mounting
3.469 (88)
3.000 (76) FT cutout FT cutout FT cutout
0.58
0.875 (22)
(15)
5.281
1.485
3RU center of orientation
(38)
(TYP)
2.250 (57)
FT cutout FT cutout FT cutout
5.219 (133)
09
1.485
3RU off-center with side view
(38)
5.219
(133) 3.484 (89)
2.250 (57)
4.234 (108)
6.969 (177)
4.000 (102)
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46
—
47 Outline and drilling
plan for FT-22RS with flat
panels (no rolled edges),
rack or flush mounting
for panels or cabinets
5.219 (132.563)
4.750 (120.650)
4.750 (120.650)
2.750 (69.850)
6.968 (176.987)
4.000 (101.60) 4.000 (101.60)
2.750 (69.850)
0.250 (6.350)
Cutout
4RU FT-22RS
—
47 Dimensions inches (mm)
WARR ANT Y AND DIAGR AMS 53
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48 Typical FT-1 switch
connection schematic
FT-1*
A B C
09
* = FT-1 switch
style no.129A514G01
A B C
Pole
positions
(front of switch)
Switch
arrangement
Internal
schematic
Terminal numbers
(rear of switch)
—
48 Dimensions inches (mm)
54 F T F L E X I T E S T ™ S W I T C H E S T H E R E I S N O E Q U I VA L E N T
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49 FT-1 switch
connection schematic
FT-1*
A B C
09
Pole
positions
(front of switch)
Switch
arrangement
Internal
schematic
Terminal numbers
(rear of switch)
—
50 FT-14D with combi
sensor and REF615
sensor relay with optional
ground CT
—
51 FT-14D with combi
sensors and REF615
A B C
sensor relay with Combi FT14 Digital
FT-14D
optional potential poles Sensor
P1
IA VA(a) VA(a)
Phase A A Phase A
P2 Sensor Relay
VA(n) VA(n)
VA B
IA(s1) IA(s1)
G
IA(s2) IA(s2)
H
Combi
P1
IB Sensor VB(a) VB(a)
Phase B C Phase B
P2 Sensor Relay
PCB Module
VB(n) VB(n)
PCB Module
VB D
IB(s1) IB(s1)
I
IB(s2) IB(s2)
J
P1 Combi VC(a) VC(a)
IC Sensor Phase C E Phase C
P2 Sensor
VC(n) VC(n)
Relay REF615 Relay For
REF615 relay for
VC F Sensor
sensor Application
application
IC(s1) IC(s1)
K
IC(s2) IC(s2)
L
X1
26 M 25
X2 N
28 27
General
General Concept concept
FT digital FT-14D
switch with Combiwith combi
Sensors sensors,
and REF615 Sensor Relay
09
external ground CT and REF615 sensor relay
—
50
A B C
Combi FT14 Digital
FT-14D
Sensor
P1
IA VA(a) VA(a)
Phase A A Phase A
P2 Sensor Relay
VA(n) VA(n)
VA B
IA(s1) IA(s1)
G
IA(s2) IA(s2)
H
Combi
P1
IB Sensor VB(a) VB(a)
Phase B C Phase B
P2 Sensor Relay
PCB Module
VB(n) VB(n)
PCB Module
VB D
IB(s1) IB(s1)
I
IB(s2) IB(s2)
J
P1 Combi VC(a) VC(a)
IC Sensor Phase C E Phase C
P2 Sensor Relay REF615 Relay For
VC(n) VC(n) REF615 relay for
VC F Sensorapplication
sensor Application
IC(s1) IC(s1)
K
IC(s2) IC(s2)
L
26 M 25
28 N 27
General
General Concept FT concept
digital switch with FT-14D switch
Combi Sensors with
and REF615 Sensor Relay
— combi sensors and REF615 sensor relay
51
—
52 FT-14D with current
and voltage sensors and
REF615 sensor relay
—
A B C
53 FT-14D switch
with current and FT14 Digital
voltage sensors and FT-14D
REF615 sensor relay P1 VA(a) VA(a)
Current IA Phase A Phase A
A
Sensor Sensor Relay
P2 (1) VA(n) VA(n)
RJ45 B
Voltage VA
Adapter IA(s1) IA(s1)
Sensor
G
IA(s2) IA(s2)
H
P1 VB(a) VB(a)
IB Phase B C Phase B
Sensor Relay
PCB Module
VB(n) VB(n)
PCB Module
P2
RJ45 D
VB
Adapter IB(s1) IB(s1)
I
IB(s2) IB(s2)
J
P1 VC(a) VC(a)
IC Phase C Phase C
E
P2 Sensor
VC(n) VC(n)
Relay REF615 Relay For
REF615 relay for
RJ45 F Sensor Application
sensor application
VC
Adapter IC(s1) IC(s1)
K
IC(s2) IC(s2)
L
X1
26 M 25
X2 N
28 27
General
General concept
Concept FT-14D
FT digital with
switch withseparate current
Combi Sensors and voltage
and REF615 Sensor Relay
sensors, external ground CT and REF615 sensor relay
09
(1) If separate current and voltage sensors are used in application, use
(1) – If separate
optional RJ45current and to
adapter voltage
mergesensors
the are used infrom
signals application,
current useand
optional
voltage
RJ45The
sensors. adapter
RJ45to merge the is
adapter signals
not from Current
required if and
onlyVoltage
current Sensors.
sensor is used.
The RJ45 adapter is not required if only current sensor is used
—
52
A B C
FT14D
FT14 Digital
P1 VA(a) VA(a)
Current IA Phase A Phase A
A
Sensor Sensor Relay
P2 (1) VA(n) VA(n)
RJ45 B
Voltage VA
Adapter IA(s1) IA(s1)
Sensor
G
IA(s2) IA(s2)
H
P1 VB(a) VB(a)
IB Phase B C Phase B
Sensor Relay
PCB Module
VB(n) VB(n)
PCB Module
P2
RJ45 D
VB
Adapter IB(s1) IB(s1)
I
IB(s2) IB(s2)
J
P1 VC(a) VC(a)
IC Phase C Phase C
E
Sensor Relay REF615 Relay For
P2 VC(n) VC(n) REF615 relay for
RJ45 F Sensorapplication
sensor Application
VC
Adapter IC(s1) IC(s1)
K
IC(s2) IC(s2)
L
26 M 25
28 N 27
(1)
(1) If
– Ifseparate current
separate current andand voltage
voltage sensorssensors are
are used in used in application,
application, use optional use
optional RJ45 adapter
RJ45 adapter to signals
to merge the merge theCurrent
from signalsandfrom current
Voltage Sensors.and voltage
—
The RJ45
sensors. Theadapter is not required
RJ45 adapter if only
is not currentifsensor
required onlyiscurrent
used sensor is used.
53
REF615_HAFCCCCAFFE1BCN1XE
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54 Relion REF615 FT
switch connections,
open delta with 3
phase and ground
current connections
(typical)
A B C D E F G H I J A B C D E F G H I J A B C D E F G H I J
A B C D E F G H I J A B C D E F G H I J A B C D E F G H I J
REF615
REF615_HAFCCCCAFFE1BCN1XE
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REF615 — feeder protection relay
55 Relion REF615 FT
switch connections, open
delta and broken delta
with 3 phase and ground
current connections
(typical)
A B C D E F G H I J A B C D E F G H I J A B C D E F G H I J
A B C D E F G H I J A B C D E F G H I J A B C D E F G H I J
REF615_HAFDDADAFFE1BCN1XE
FRONT PANEL ELEVATION
AUTOCAD 2011
Copyright 2014 ABB
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RELAY ORDER CODE: HAFDDADAFFE1BCN1XE ABB Protective Relays and Switches, Coral Springs Fl, U.S.A. SHEET 2 OF 5
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55AC SCHEMATIC (TYPICAL) AUTOCAD 2011
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All rights reserved 1MAC107542-DR B
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RELAY ORDER CODE:
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