NEW OPTIONS FOR TRACTION CIRCUIT BREAKERS

A new illuminated toggle version of Eaton Heinemann’s popular AMR Series hydraulic-magnetic circuit breaker has been released by electrical distributor, Rowe Hankins.  Designated the ACR, the new breaker gives clear indication of the power status. Colour and switch markings can be varied to reflect the safety regulations or custom of the destination country.

Heinemann hydraulic-magnetic breakers are the first choice for reliable, temperature independent, operation in the traction industry; they give precise protection without the danger of nuisance tripping.  Breakers can carry one hundred percent of their rated current, even at elevated temperatures.  Models are available that comply with a range of time-delay trip curves to meet the precise needs of different electrical conditions.  Units will even cope with a current in-rush, below their threshold rating, without nuisance tripping.  These features minimise unnecessary downtime and interruption of critical processes.

Hydraulic-magnetic circuit breakers are available in the AMR Series with ratings up to 100A and interruption current ratings up to 50kA to eliminate the need for branch fusing.  ACR breakers are already approved by Underwriters Laboratories under UL1077 and 489 and IEC approval is in progress.  UK distributors Rowe Hankins are happy to provide technical service and advice on product selection to meet electrical protection requirements for differing applications and environments.  Technical information is also available through their web site www.rowehankins.com.


More information:
Toni Hankins, Rowe Hankins Ltd
Tel. +44 (0)161 765 3002 Fax. +44 (0)161 763 1421
E-mail: sales@rowehankins.com Web: www.rowehankins.com

High/low resolution images are on the web at www.ainsmag.co.uk/rh109/4103rh1a.htm

January 26, 2006