Description
- Model & Brand: Mitsubishi Electric World Super AE-SW Series AE2000-SW (Air Circuit Breaker)
- Physical Dimensions: Fixed Type (3-Pole): Standard compact frame profile (~430 mm x 420 mm x 375 mm layout variations)
- Estimated Shipping Weight: 52 kg (Fixed type basic assembly packaged in reinforced structural crating with moisture barrier)
- What’s in the Box: Air circuit breaker main assembly, electronic trip relay (ETR) base, mechanical ON/OFF pushbuttons, manual spring-charging handle interface, inspection report, and terminal configuration sheets.1.Product Introduction
Industrial power distribution loops requiring robust main bus isolation and high short-circuit clearing capabilities rely on 2000A-class switching hardware. System engineers integrate the Mitsubishi AE2000-SW Air Circuit Breaker (ACB) directly into primary switchgear lineups and heavy industrial sub-stations, managing continuous distribution up to 2000A while delivering advanced electronic trip coordination (—which is critical for protecting plant transformers and heavy motor feeders from severe fault energy).
Switchgear technicians must ensure the breaker cassette or fixed frame is bolted securely to a rigid structural bus sub-frame, keeping alignment exact to prevent mechanical binding during high-current fault clearing or spring charging.
2.Core Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer / Series | Mitsubishi Electric / World Super AE-SW Series |
| Device Type | Low-Voltage Air Circuit Breaker (ACB) |
| Number of Poles | 3 or 4 poles available |
| Rated Current (I_n) | 2000 A (adjustable setting range up to 2000A) |
| Rated Operational Voltage (U_e) | Up to 690 VAC (50/60Hz) |
| Rated Insulation Voltage (U_i) | 1000 VAC |
| Ultimate Breaking Capacity (I_{cu}) | 85 kA at 500V AC (I_{cu} = I_{cs}) |
| Short-Time Withstand Current (I_{cw}) | 75 kA (1s) / 65 kA (3s) |
| Utilization Category | Category B |
| Trip Mechanism | Electronic Trip Relay (ETR) |
| Operating Temperature | -5°C to +40°C ambient service range (derated up to +50°C) |
3.Global Compliance & Industry Certifications
Electrical auditors inspecting primary industrial switchgear networks require strict documentation confirming compliance with international high-power safety and switching standards.
- CE Mark: Confirms conformity with European Union directives covering low-voltage switchgear assemblies and electromagnetic compatibility.
- IEC / EN 60947-2: Certified for low-voltage switchgear and controlgear, specifically governing circuit breaker short-time withstand and breaking performance.
- Marine Type Approvals: Complies with major maritime classification societies including NK, LR, BV, DNV GL, ABS, and CCS.
- RoHS Compliance: Restricts hazardous chemical substances in electrical and electronic component manufacturing.
Compliance Note: An IEC 60947-2 rating ensures that the circuit breaker withstands specified short-time current thermal stresses without structural weld-failure. Verify specific test certificates with Mitsubishi prior to facility electrical audits.
4.Long-Term Storage & Asset Preservation Guide
Dormant air circuit breakers stored in warehouse stockrooms face mechanical spring fatigue, lubrication thickening, and internal mechanism oxidation if environmental conditions remain uncontrolled.
Keep the circuit breaker stored indoors in an upright position inside its original crating with active desiccants to protect internal mechanism components from ambient humidity. Maintain warehouse storage temperatures between -20°C and +60°C with relative humidity kept below 80% non-condensing to prevent micro-corrosion on copper busbar tabs and secondary control wiring pins. Exercise the spring charging mechanism and manual trip buttons periodically if held in inventory for extended durations.
5.Physical Installation Prerequisites
Switchgear enclosure dimensions and rigid frame alignment dictate proper physical placement. Ensure the mounting surface flatness tolerance is maintained within strict limits to prevent frame distortion during M12/M16 torque applications. Verify that required arc-extinguishing chamber clearances are preserved above the breaker poles, and ensure solid earth connection via the designated main grounding terminal before energizing primary circuits.
6.Buyer’s FAQ (Logistics & Compliance Focus)
- What is the correct HS Tariff Code for international customs clearance?Industrial low-voltage air circuit breakers classify under international harmonized code 8536.50.80 (or regional equivalent 8535.21), though exact regional rulings should be verified with your broker.
- Does this circuit breaker ship with the operating springs charged?Units typically ship in the “OPEN” and “DISCHARGED” state for safety during freight transport; springs must be manually or motor-charged prior to initial closing.
- How does the Country of Origin (COO) impact global trade compliance?The verified COO dictates trade agreement qualification and must match commercial shipping paperwork to eliminate border customs clearance delays.
- Why is comprehensive transit insurance mandatory for this component?Heavy precision mechanical switchgear frames and internal electronic trip units can suffer structural frame distortion or calibration drift under severe drop impacts during freight transit.
