Parameter Category Specification
Series / Frame ABB SACE Emax, E3 Frame
Rated Operational Current (In) 1250 A (Continuous current at 40°C ambient). This typically corresponds to the E3.2 or E3.3 specific model within the E3 frame.
Rated Operational Voltage (Ue) 690 V AC
Rated Insulation Voltage (Ui) 1000 V AC
Breaking Capacity (Icu) - Options Must be specified. Common options for E3 frame:
• H (High): 50 kA at 400V AC
• N (Normal): 65 kA at 400V AC (A common balanced choice)
• S (Super): 100 kA at 400V AC (For high fault level areas)
Poles Typically 3-Pole or 4-Pole.
Trip Unit Options (Critical Selection)
• Electronic (Recommended for flexibility):
- PR121/P: Basic electronic unit with LSI protection, measurement, and comms option.
- PR122/P: Most common advanced choice for full protection (LSI), advanced measurement, logging, and communication.
• Thermal-Magnetic: For fixed, non-adjustable protection (e.g., TMD-LI). Lower cost, less functionality.
Mounting Style
• Fixed (F): Permanently wired into the panel. Lower cost.
• Draw-out (W): Highly recommended for maintenance. Allows breaker to be isolated, tested, and replaced without disturbing main busbars.
Operating Mechanism Spring-operated stored energy mechanism. Can be manual or electrically charged.
Standard Accessories (Configurable) Typically selected as a package (e.g., FHR NST):
• Electric charging motor (M)
• Shunt trip (MX) for remote opening
• Auxiliary contacts (OF/SD) for status signaling (e.g., 2NO+2NC)
• Undervoltage release (MN) for safety trip on control power loss
Communication Available with PR121/P and PR122/P electronic trip units via plug-in modules (Modbus RTU, Profibus DP, Ethernet/IP, etc.).
Mechanical Life ≥ 30,000 operations
Electrical Life ≥ 10,000 operations at full rated current
Short-Time Withstand Current (Icw) Typically equals the Icu rating for 1 second (e.g., 65 kA for 1s).
Dimensions (Approx. for 3P Fixed) Width: ~ 300-350 mm
Height: ~ 500-550 mm
Depth: ~ 350-400 mm
Weight (Approx. for 3P Fixed) ~ 120 - 160 kg
The ABB SACE Emax E3 1250A is a mid-range, low-voltage air circuit breaker (ACB) from ABB's Emax series. It specifies a breaker built on the versatile E3 physical frame, configured for a rated operational current of 1250 Amperes.