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Disconnect bypass Compact high-power
switches
programmable DC loads

Power management company Eaton announced Chroma Systems Solutions, Inc.’s new 63200A series of high
new disconnect and bypass switches designed to power programmable DC loads provides wide power ranges,
improve power reliability and simplify installation increased functionality and increased measurement accuracy in

for utility customers. Eaton’s Cooper PowerTM compact sizes.
series D-73P single-phase disconnect and bypass Advantages of the 63200A series include ultra-high density
switches are engineered to provide durable power (6kW@4U), built-in digital microprocessors, master/slave
switching, line sectionalizing and isolation on parallel control, sine wave dynamic loading, and measurement

overhead distribution circuits. With UltraSILTM accuracy achieving 0.015%+0.015%F.S., 0.04%+0.04%F.S.,
polymer insulators, the Eaton design reduces and 0.1%+0.1%F.S. accuracy for voltage, current, and power
switch weight by 40% compared to porcelain measurement respectively. Operation can be achieved by the
equivalents, making installation easier and faster front panel or from a remote workstation via standard USB or

for utility linemen.
optional Ethernet and GPIB interfaces.
With UltraSIL polymer insulators, Eaton For solar applications, the Maximum Power Tracking function
designed the Cooper Power series D-73P switches traces the maximum power point for solar panels. Connect
to provide advanced reliability and safety,
the solar panel to the 63200A electronic load, and the built-in

while making the switches easier to install. he algorithm will trace the maximum power point, calculating the
lightweight polymer makes it easier for linemen total energy consumed.
to install equipment, compared to traditional Battery discharge modes include CC, CR and CP. he electronic
switches that use porcelain. he polymer load can set cut-of voltage and time (1~100,000 sec.) to end

insulators are designed to maintain mechanical loading, ensuring the battery is not damaged due to over
strength and increased insulating performance in discharge. In addition, it can measure the battery discharge
highly contaminated environments.
power (WH, AH) and total discharge time. he battery discharge
Figures 1 & 2: before and after the 1500 Salt Eaton’s Cooper Power series switches and test also applies to super capacitors for discharge time testing.

Spray Test
disconnects are engineered to support stable Chroma Systems Solutions | www.chromausa.com
high-current capability and full thermal capacity.
he high-strength blades are designed to endure
they may not be the most cost efective short-current withstand and rough operation,

choice. Hot dipped galvanized (HDG) while a cooler current transfer path reduces hot-
fasteners may work well in some dryer spots and potential failure points.
climates, but may not give the longest life Eaton | www.eaton.com
cycle in harsher marine environments.

his is why inding a balance based on
actual ield studies is so important.
Fastener manufacturers and suppliers

should actively test their products and
then provide fact-based information and
guidance to their clients. he focus of any
contractor should be to create an efective

fastener strategy which will stand the test
of time and mitigate as much replacement
cost on the back end of each project as is
practicable.
Strong, aesthetic barrier
system
Andy Small is the VP of
business development SolaTrim LLC has announced the launch of a ROCK-IT
for Marine Fasteners.
new technologically advanced barrier system SYSTEM

speciically designed for modern solar arrays.
Crafted with lightweight, coated aluminum
Marine Fasteners
and designed to maintain long-term structural
www.marinefasteners.com
integrity, the addition of SolaTrim’s barrier Rail Free Solar Roof Mount

delivers an optimal level of safety, aesthetics, and Uses EcoFasten’s best-selling, patented,
efectiveness for both commercial and residential simple, watertight lashing systems!
needs. Using a “peel & stick” adhesive to attach
to solar panel frames, this barrier system gives

systems a clean appearance along with simple
installation and permanent adhesion. SolaTrim
provides an aesthetic skirting which provides the
inishing touch to rooftop panels, and life-of-the-

system protection barrier from pests and debris. www.ecofastensolar.com
SolaTrim | www.solatrim.com

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