PMCP

Programmable Microcomputer Control Panel (PMCP)

The Programmable Microcomputer Control Panel (PMCP) controls solenoid operated Automatic Transfer Switches and breaker pair transfer schemes. The PMCP is ideal for new and custom designs, field modifications, upgrades, retrofits, Switchgear applications, a MAIN-TIE-MAIN control scheme, and ATS Networking. With so many built-in standard features and available accessories, the PMCP can easily be tailored to meet your application requirements and provide an overall cost savings by eliminating the need for external monitors/transducers and reduce labor and engineering time.

No other controller on the market can match the performance, versatility and simplicity of the PMCP.

PMCP Standard Features:

Low Voltage (accepts 120 - 600 v directly) and Medium Voltage (2K - 15KV) applications
True RMS 3-Phase voltage sensing on Utility and Emergency sources
Operate Breaker Pair Transfer Switch and solenoid operated Automatic Transfer Switches (old & new)
Main–Tie–Main control scheme, with Open or Closed Transition transfer requires the PMCP and Breaker Add-On Panel. Test feature provided to simulate Source 1 and Source 2 failure for system testing. Refer to Main Tie Main Transfer Scheme diagram below.
Programmable transfer schemes:

· Standard Open

· Closed Transition with recovery, alarms, and lockout feature

· Soft Load with control inputs

· Delayed Transition with programmable center off delay

· Load Add/Shed (Load Dump)

· Load Disconnect: disconnect load before transfer and re-connect after transfer (delay is programmable).

Over & Under voltage and frequency detection on Utility and Emergency: functions 81, 59, 47, & 27.
Programmable transfer time delays, Engine Cool Down and momentary outage delays on both sources
Programmable Transfer Switch time: 50 ms – 600 ms
Full Engine Exerciser
An In-Phase sensor: function 25.
Phase Rotation detection on Utility and Emergency
Transfer History Logging and Event Recording: records the last 99 transfer events
A RS232 Port for interfacing to Display Panel and Laptop (w/ETC software) for programming/accessing PMCP settings/features:
A 26-position Terminal Block for easy access of features/accessories
Replaces PLCs and other ATS Controllers/Control Panels. The PMCP is a direct replacement for ASCO’s Control Panels
Engineering support for customized designs and transfer schemes is available

New Feature!
KW Load Shed: The PMCP shall activate an output whenever the total KW of the load exceeds a pre-determined setpoint for more than 2 seconds (the Power Option PCB is required for this feature).

PMCP Dimensions: 9.0 in. x 10.5 in x 3.5 in Weight: 12 pounds

U L and CUL Recognized

Advantages of using the PMCP over PLC designs and other ATS controllers:

No software programming required
No inputs and outputs to configure
Setup operating parameters/settings/features within 60 seconds
No external DC supply voltage required for operation
Reduce extensive wiring labor
Reduce test time in the shop and in the field
Eliminate external monitors and transducers
No PT's required for voltages less than 600 vac
Accepts Utility and Emergency sources (120-600 vac) directly
Select for low and medium voltage applications
Reduce engineering design time
Easy installation: no large cutout hole required
Provides versatility, flexibility, and expandability
Operate solenoid & motorized transfer switches directly
Operate breaker control circuits of 120 vac or 125 VDC directly
Selectable for an ATS, breaker pair, or Main Tie Main scheme
Select for Open, Closed, Soft Load, or Delayed transfer modes

Applications and Site locations (click here to view some applications of the PMCP and site locations)

PMCP Controller Applications

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