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Acti 9 Indication and Tripping Auxiliaries are additional components designed to enhance the functionality of Acti 9 Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCBs), Residual Current Devices (RCDs), switches, remote controls, automatic reclosers, and other protective devices. These auxiliaries provide visual and remote indication of device status, as well as facilitate automatic tripping and reclosing functions. Here's an overview:


Acti 9 Indication and Tripping Auxiliaries:

  1. Auxiliary Contacts: Auxiliary contacts are additional sets of contacts integrated into MCBs, RCDs, and other protective devices. They provide electrical signals to indicate device status, such as the position of the contacts (open or closed), and can be used for remote monitoring and control.
  2. Shunt Trips: Shunt trips are electromagnetic devices used to remotely trip MCBs and other protective devices. They operate by sending an electric signal to the trip mechanism of the device, causing it to open the contacts and disconnect the circuit.
  3. Under-Voltage Releases: Under-voltage releases are devices that trip protective devices when the supply voltage falls below a certain threshold. They provide additional protection against voltage dips or power failures that could compromise the operation of electrical equipment.
  4. Over-Voltage Releases: Over-voltage releases are similar to under-voltage releases but trip protective devices when the supply voltage exceeds a certain threshold. They protect against overvoltage conditions that could damage sensitive equipment or pose safety hazards.
  5. Auxiliary Trips: Auxiliary trips are additional tripping mechanisms integrated into protective devices. They can be used to initiate tripping based on specific conditions, such as overload or short circuit faults detected by external sensors or monitoring devices.
  6. Remote Control Interfaces: Remote control interfaces allow for remote monitoring and control of protective devices. They provide communication capabilities, such as Modbus or Ethernet, to connect devices to external control systems or monitoring software.
  7. Automatic Reclosers: Automatic reclosers are devices used to automatically close and reclose protective devices after a fault has occurred. They help to restore power quickly and minimize downtime in electrical distribution networks.
  8. Visual Indicators: Visual indicators, such as LEDs or indicator lights, provide visual feedback on the status of protective devices. They indicate whether the device is in the tripped or reset state, as well as provide fault indication.

Overall, Acti 9 Indication and Tripping Auxiliaries enhance the functionality and performance of protective devices, allowing for remote monitoring, control, and automatic operation in electrical installations. They improve safety, reliability, and efficiency by providing timely indication of device status and facilitating rapid response to faults or abnormal conditions.