Friday, October 22, 2010

ABOUT ATS

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Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS),power transfer switch,ATS,transfer switch, or Power Changeover Switch:


     A standby generator is basically brain dead without an automatic transfer switch. Automatic transfer switches are similar to the thermostat in your house. Instead of monitoring temperature, an automatic transfer switch monitors utility power. When the power goes out, the automatic transfer switch tells the generator to start.


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Automatic Transfer Switch

Automatic Transfer Switches are an integral part of the power generation process, allowing smooth and immediate transfer of electrical current between multiple sources and the load. When the generator is operating, the transfer switch prevents dangerous feedback of current to the utility's system. It also ensures that different power sources are fully synchronized before their power is combined or loads are transferred, which is imperative for safe operation.


The transfer switch senses when utility power is interrupted, and starts up the generator if the utility power remains absent. In about five to ten seconds, when the generator is producing full power, the transfer switch disconnects the load from the utility and connects it to the generator, restoring electricity to the load. The transfer switch continues to monitor utility power, and when it is restored, switches the load from the generator back to the utility. Once the generator is disconnected, it goes through a cool-down routine and is automatically shut down. ATS size is available from 30 to 3200Amp.


You have to choose the right ATS for the generator set.





















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