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Filax 2: the ultra-fast transfer switch
The Filax has been designed to switch critical or sensitive loads, such as computers, industrial controls or modern
entertainment equipment from one AC source to another.
The priority source typically is the mains, a generator or shore power. The alternate source typically is an inverter.
With its switching time of less than 20 milliseconds sensitive loads will continue to operate without disruption.
The Filax is not intended to supply high power household equipment like washing machines, or electric motors.
Open transition transfer
The Filax is an open transition (break before make) transfer switch.
The maximum load transfer time is 16ms.
The load is normally supplied by the priority source, and is transferred to the alternate source if:
- The voltage of the priority source drops below the threshold value.
- The frequency of the priority source drops below the low frequency threshold value, or increases
beyond the high frequency threshold value.
Reverse transfer from the alternate source to the priority source is initiated when the priority source has operated
within the voltage and frequency reverse switching limits during 30s.
Filax 2: the ultrafast transfer switch
Filax 2: ultrafast transfer switch
Filax 2 230V/50Hz 240V/60Hz 110V/50Hz 120V/60Hz
Maximum current
16A
Priority source: low voltage switching threshold 180V 180V 88V 90V
Priority source: low voltage reverse switching threshold 188V 188V 92V 94V
Priority source: low frequency switching threshold 45Hz 46Hz 45Hz 46Hz
Priority source: low frequency reverse switching threshold 47Hz 52Hz 47Hz 52Hz
Priority source: high frequency switching threshold 60Hz 68Hz 62Hz 68Hz
Priority source: high frequency reverse switching threshold 56Hz 63Hz 58Hz 63Hz
Priority source: maximum continuous input voltage 260V 260V 130V 130V
Alternate source: maximum continuous input voltage 260V 260V 130V 130V
Maximum load transfer time and reverse transfer time 16ms
Reverse switching delay (seconds) 30s
Operating temperature range -20 to +50°C
Humidity (non-condensing) Max 95%
LED indicators
Load supplied by priority source Yellow
Load supplied by alternate source Yellow
Priority source fault Red
ENCLOSURE
Material & Colour ABS RAL7035
Protection category IP 65
Weight 0,8kg
Dimensions (h x w x d) 120 x 255 x 75mm
STANDARDS
Safety EN 60335-1, EN 60335-2-29
Emission, Immunity
EN 55014-1, EN 55014-2, EN 61000-3-3,
EN 61000-6-3, EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-6-1
Installation
• Install the Filax in a dry, well-ventilated area.
• The input cables from the generator/mains, the inverter and the output cables to the appliances should be
connected according to the wiring diagram.
• If a load of less than 850 Watts is connected, then the wire bridges should be removed.
• The frequency (50Hz or 60Hz) is set with a jumper. 50Hz no jumper placed. 60Hz jumper placed (see photo)
If the jumper is not set for the frequency the voltage switching threshold levels will be incorrect.
• Both inputs must be protected against current levels higher than 16 amps.
• The front of the casing is attached using the four supplied screws.
• The Filax is now ready for use.
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