ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks

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ALPHA 8HP Molded-Plastic Distribution Systems
Introduction
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The 8HP distribution system is a modular system for low-voltage
small distribution boards, control panels and power distribution
boards.
■ Benefits
The optimum design of these high quality materials fulfills all the
demands made on enclosures. This includes:
• Total insulation
• Corrosion resistance
• Mechanical strength
• Simple finish
• Temperature resistance
• No maintenance
• Flame retardant, self-extinguishing
• Halogen-free (thus preventing consequential damage resulting
from external fire), excludes cable space cover
• Lightweight components.
Total insulation
All enclosure parts and operating mechanisms are designed so
that, if closed during operation, they fulfill the requirements of the
protective measure "Total Insulation" according to DIN VDE 0100
Part 410. All enclosure fixings are on the outside.
■ Application
It is suitable for use in all industrial and commercial areas, in
power plants, large public and private buildings, public utility
companies, as well as office and residential buildings.
The components of the 8HP distribution system comply with the
requirements of type-tested low-voltage switchgear assemblies
(TTA) according to EN 60439-1/DIN VDE 0660 Part 500. The enclosure
complies with the protective measure "Total Insulation"
according to DIN VDE 0100.
Standards
DIN VDE 0660 Part 500
Specifications for type-tested low-voltage switchgear assemblies
(TTA)
DIN VDE 0110
Specifications for rating the creepage distances and clearances
of electrical equipment
IEC 60439-1
Ready-made switchgear assemblies for low voltage
DIN VDE 0660 Part 107
Specifications for low-voltage controls
DIN VDE 0100
Specifications for the erection of power installations with rated
voltages of up to 1000 V.
Declaration of conformity
This declares conformity of the components and distribution
boards with the safety requirements for low-voltage equipment
as specified in the EU Directive dated 19.02.1973.
Special tests passed
Fire tests for equipment used in mining are performed by the
Versuchsgrube Tremonia, Dortmund, Germany.
Shock tests for equipment used in protective rooms are performed
by the Bundesamt für Zivilschutz, Bad Godesberg,
Germany, regulation category RK 1.0/10 to safety level "A",
certificate of use 036/95.
Earthquake tests are performed by the IAB, Ottobrunn,
Germany.
The enclosure is UL-certified.
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