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Product catalog summary
Introduction
The document introduces the VZ-E Series of high-voltage vacuum electromagnetic contactors and combination units by Mitsubishi Electric, emphasizing high performance, ease of use, and environmental consciousness.

Type Selection and Ratings
It provides a detailed index for type selection, ratings, and dimensions, covering various types like Type-V, Type-P, Type-D, and Type-C, each with specific features and applications.

Environmental and Safety Features
The VZ-E Series is environmentally friendly, avoiding hazardous substances and designed for easy recycling. Major plastic parts are labeled for material identification.

Technological Advancements
The series features increased overload capacity, resistance to environmental factors, magnetic holding latch, low-friction resin bearings, and flame-retardant materials.

Standards and Compliance
Products comply with international standards such as JEM1167 and IEC60470, meeting protection grade IP3X and UL94 (V-0) requirements.

Installation and Maintenance
Design facilitates easy installation and maintenance with foldable structures and standard accessories like operation counters and power fuse melting detectors.

External Dimensions and Diagrams
Includes detailed diagrams and dimensions for installation and configuration guidance.

Conclusion
The VZ-E Series offers high reliability, environmental consciousness, and ease of use for industrial applications.
Specifications and Components
Specifications for crimp contacts, insulation plate shutters, and accessories are outlined. Crimp contacts have a 5.5m2 area and M6 screw size. Insulation plate shutters synchronize on both power supply and load sides.

Optional Accessories
Table 6.1 lists optional accessories like control circuit terminal blocks and voltage transformers, pre-installed except for the control circuit terminal block.

Standard Accessories
Table 5.4 details standard accessories essential for VMC operation and safety.

Electrical Specifications
Rated insulation voltages and load capacities for AC and DC applications are provided, emphasizing power fuse melting detector units to prevent failures.

Power Fuse Selection
Guidance on selecting power fuses for inrush currents, with tables recommending ratings for various load types.

Related Tools and Devices
Table 8.1 lists tools like capacitor tripping power supply devices and vacuum checkers for VMC maintenance and testing.

Installation and Safety Instructions
Detailed instructions on CR suppressor installation and handling, with diagrams for terminal block connections.

Figures and Diagrams
Illustrations of component dimensions and connections are provided for proper installation and operation.
Specifications
Specifications for models KF-100E and KF-200E include operational voltage, frequency, output voltage, power consumption, and charging time constants.

Procedures
Instructions for disconnecting wires before testing, grounding, and connecting VMCs to switchgear, emphasizing correct polarity in capacitor tripping.

Principles and Methods of Operation
Explains VMC operation through continuous excitation or mechanical latch, with standard connection diagrams and precautions.

Control Circuit Protection
Mitsubishi Electric CP-30BA circuit protectors are recommended to prevent control circuit burnout.

Application Standards
VZ-E Series VMCs comply with JEM1167 and IEC60470 standards, with guidelines for operating environments.

Surge Protection Requirements
Surge protection is generally not required, except for specific cases like frequent motor inching operations.

Durability and Endurance
Discusses mechanical and electrical endurance, with vacuum switch tube endurance up to 250,000 operations.
Specifications and Usage
Outlines specifications and usage guidelines for VMCs and VCBs, advising against using VMCs in high-voltage applications.

Operational Guidelines
Stresses the need for maintenance and recommends VMC replacement within 15 years or specified endurance frequency.

Endurance and Replacement
Guidelines on mechanical and electrical endurance, recommending replacement to maintain reliability.

Application and Installation
VMCs comply with IEC60470 standards, with instructions for use in specific circuits and correct installation.

Capacitor Circuit Considerations
Advises on using series reactors for inrush current protection and guidelines for power-factor regulators.

Ordering and Specifications
Details on ordering VMCs, specifying power fuse sizes, types, and ratings, with optional specifications and configurations.
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Catalog excerpts

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Eco Changes is the Mitsubishi Electric Group's environmental statement, and expresses the Group's stance on environmental management. Through a wide range of businesses, we are helping contribute to the realization of a sustainable society. A MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC CORPORATION HEAD OFFICE: TOKYO BLDG., 2-7-3, MARUNOUCHI, CHIYODA-KU, TOKYO 100-8310, JAPAN Revised publication effective Sep. 2011. Specification are subject to change without notice. VZ-E Series High-voltage Vacuum Electromagnetic Contactors and Combination Units igh-performance, Environment-conscious Vacuum Electromagnetic Contactors

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State-of-the-art Technologies Ensure High Performance and Ease of Use Introducing the Environment-conscious, Futuristically Designed VZ-E Series 1 Type Selection ························ P2 2 Ratings ··································· P4 3 External Dimensions ·············· P6 4 Connection Diagram··············· P14 5 Standard Specifications and Accessories··························· P16 6 Optional Accessories ············· P17 The new VZ-E Series represents the latest step in the evolution of Mitsubishi Electric’s line-up of Vacuum Electromagnetic Contactors (VMCs) and the pursuit of products...

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Type Selection External View of VZ-E Series Products Fixed contactor System for Type Names Fixed combination unit Rated operational current Fixed (Type-P) Type name Fixed with caster (Type-G) Code Rated operational current Mounting configuration Operation method Series name Mounting configuration Electrical hold Contactor (Drawout) Standard, Drawout-type Mechanical latch Bushing, Drawout-type Standard, Drawout-type Bushing, Drawout-type Thin, Drawout-type Caster Fixed-Type Drawout combination units Type-C main unit Combination unit *The type name in the example above (VZ2-PE-E) is for the VZ-E...

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Ratings List of Ratings Contactor Mounting configuration Item Combination unit Caster Fixed-Type Rated operational voltage JEM Rated insulation voltage JEM Rated operational current Rated frequency Short -circuit breaking current JEM Rated short-circuit breaking current IEC Short-time withstand current JEM (kA-s) Rated short-time withstand current IEC Half-wave conduction current Operation method Electrical hold Mechanical Latch Electrical hold Mechanical Latch Electrical hold Mechanical Latch *1 Rated making/Breaking capacity (Utilization category) Electrical hold Mechanical Latch Electrical...

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External Dimensions Fixed-type Contactor 6.6/3.3kV, 200A/400A Ratings 3.3kV, 400A Rating (compatible with 300/400A power fuses) External dimensions of cradle Type/Rating of compatible power fuses Position for metallic grounding barrier installation Main circuit terminal (f11 hole) Power fuse melting detector Barrier Power fuse (not bundled in main unit) Primary terminal Protection cover Upper Primary junction 30 Grounding terminal (with crimp terminal [#5.5-6]) Interlock lever Secondary plug (when VT is installed) Manual trip lever (for latched type) Shutter drive plate Manual trip lever (for...

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Combination Unit Cradle (Standard) Combination Unit Cradle (Bushing) Drop prevention bolt (M8) (1 place on near side) Position for metallic grounding barrier installation *1: Protection grade of the cradle is IP2X. *2: The shutter is opened when the VMC main unit is in its test position. Connection position Recommended position for protection plate 149 139 Recommended barrier position Primary terminal 36 Shutter drive plate Primary terminal protection tube Insulation barrier (not bundled in the main unit) Grounding contact Grounding terminal hole (M6 screw) (with crimp terminal (#5.5-6)) Grounding...

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Drawout-type Combination Units (Thin) Fixed type Combination Unit (Caster Fixed-Type) Main unit 6.6/3.3kV, 200/400A Ratings (compatible with power fuses of 200A or less) External dimensions of cradle Types/Ratings of compatible power fuses Type/Rating of compatible power fuses Power fuse melting detector Position for metallic grounded barrier installation Power fuse melting detector Power fuse (not bundled in main unit) 120 Detailed view of main circuit terminal Power fuse (not bundled in main unit) Upper Primary junction Rating nameplate Secondary plug Rating nameplate Operation counter Lower...

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Drawout-type Contactor Main Unit (Standard/Bushing) Drawout-type Contactor Cradle (Bushing) External dimensions of cradle Drop prevention bolt (M8) (1 place on near side) Cradle barrier position Please note that there is a step between cradle barrier and insulation barrier positions. Integrated transportation fitting Rating nameplate Primary terminal protection tube • Shutter drive plate (when installed in Type-F cradle) • When position switch is installed (plate is located on left for 1C and on both sides for 2C) Recommended barrier position Primary terminal *1: Protection grade of the cradle...

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Connection Diagram Fixed-type Contactor Drawout-type Contactor and Combination Unit Operation Control method power Operation Control method power Connection diagram Connection diagram Terminal block (optional) R On/Off command switch (shorted and not used) 4 Secondary plug terminal No. HC Electrical hold VMC Drawout-type combination unit Secondary plug (standard) (21 pins) VMC Caster Fixed-Type combination unit On/Off command switch (shorted and not used) Secondary plug terminal No. AC/DC power supply D4 Electrical hold Main circuit Main circuit Secondary plug (standard) (21 pins) AC/DC power...

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