Condition Monitoring System with LifeCheck® Sensor

Information

Installed DEHNrecord condition monitoring system
    Permanent condition monitoring of LifeCheck-equipped arresters ensures a maximum degree of system protection and availability The early detection system already detects pre-damaged arresters and warns of imminent arrester failure
  • Visual indication of faulty or pre-damaged arresters
  • Compact dimensions and minimum wiring effort
  • Monitoring of up to ten arresters (40 signal cores)
  • Remote signalling contact
  • Remote monitoring also via RS485 interface and PC software (DRC MCM XT)

Description

Condition monitoring
The DRC MCM XT and DRC SCM XT condition monitoring systems are compact DIN rail mounted devices designed for condition monitoring of up to 10 pre-programmed BXT / BXTU arresters with an integrated LifeCheck monitoring circuit.

Integrated into the protection modules, LifeCheck permanently monitors the condition of the arrester and acts like an early warning system, detecting imminent electrical or thermal overload of the protection components. The LifeCheck status can be read via non-contact RFID technology. Stationary installed, a single condition monitoring unit allows condition-based maintenance of 10 BXT / BXTU arresters.

The unit acts like an early warning system, generating a fault message already in case of imminent arrester overload. This fault message is indicated by an integrated three-coloured LED and transmitted via an integrated remote signalling contact. Failure of the monitoring unit, e.g. due to a voltage breakdown, is also indicated via the remote signalling contact.
The Show function integrated in the DRC MCM XT and DRC SCM XT system allows to detect pre-damaged arresters in the monitoring group.

The DRC SCM XT device is ideally suited for small-sized installations and allows to monitor up to 10 protection modules with integrated LifeCheck. In case of larger installations with more than 10 arresters, the DRC MCM XT device with integrated RS485 interface is used. The condition monitoring units are connected via the integrated RS485 interfaces to synchronise the monitoring cycles. Up to 15 DRC MCM systems can be connected to one another at the RS485 bus, allowing up to 150 BLITZDUCTOR modules or 300 pairs to be monitored simultaneously with minimum wiring effort.

The "Status Display and Service Console" PC software
is optionally available for the DRC MCM XT condition monitoring system. It indicates the status of the arresters and addresses the LifeCheck-equipped BLITZDUCTOR modules.
The software can be installed on a standard PC using an RS485 / USB interface converter of type "USB-NANO 485" which is available as accessory.

The software can be downloaded free of charge at www.dehn-international.com (Service section) or is available as CD for a nominal fee.

Detail 1

Integrated visual operating state indication with three-colour LED.

Detail 2

Floating remote signalling contact
DRC MCM XT: break contact (21/22), make contact (13/14)
DRC SCM XT: break contact (21/22)

Detail 3

RS485 interface A/B (only for DRC MCM XT) for communication and control room solutions.

Detail 4

Online monitoring via free software (only for DRC MCM XT).

Models

DRC MCM XT

DRC SCM XT

DRC MCM XT

Basic circuit diagram DRC MCM XTDRC MCM XT Status Display software

DIN rail mounted device with integrated LifeCheck sensor for condition monitoring of max. ten LifeCheck-equipped BLITZDUCTOR XT / XTU arresters. Visual operating state indication via three-coloured LED in conjunction with remote signalling contact (break or make contact).
The free "Status Display and Service Console" software can be optionally used via an RS485 interface converter. The software allows to remotely indicate the condition of all monitored arresters by means of a PC.
Download: www.dehn-international.com (Service section)


Specifications

Type
Part No.
For testing
For testing
Operating elements
Indicator
Input voltage range (d.c.) (UIN)
Max. rated current consumption (IIN)
RFID transmission frequency
Message: Replacing of SPD recommended
Test cycle
Operating temperature range for monitoring 10 BXT / BXTU arresters
Operating temperature range for monitoring 8 BXT / BXTU arresters
Degree of protection
For mounting on
Connection
Cross-sectional area, solid / flexible
Tightening torque (terminal)
Enclosure material
Colour
Test standards
Type of remote signalling contact
Technical data of remote signalling contact
Switching capacity (d.c.)
Switching capacity (a.c.)
Delivery includes
Weight
GTIN
PU
Part No.
  • DRC MCM XT
  • 910 695
  • up to 10 BLITZDUCTOR XT / XTU ML arresters
  • up to 10 BLITZDUCTOR XT / XTU ML EX arresters; for use in non-hazardous atmospheres only! Observe thread measure!
  • multiway button, DIP switch
  • three-coloured LED (green, orange, red)
  • 18-48 V
  • 100 mA
  • 125 kHz
  • LED, remote signalling contact (break and make contact)
  • continuous
  • -20 °C ... +60 °C
  • -40 °C ... +80 °C
  • IP 20
  • 35 mm DIN rails acc. to EN 60715
  • screw
  • 0.08-2.5 mm2
  • 0.4 Nm
  • polyamide PA 6.6
  • grey
  • EN 61010-1, 61000-6-2/4, ETSI EN 300 330-1 V1.7.1
  • make (no) and break contact (nc)
  • contact resistance < 25 ohms; leakage current < 1 µA
  • 350 V / 0.12 A
  • 250 V / 0.07 A
  • base part, monitoring module, quick guide and labelling system
  • 180 g
  • 4013364118959
  • 1 pc(s)
  • 910 695
  • Specifications (PDF)
  • More
    • Further Pictures
      Basic circuit diagram
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      DRC MCM XT status display software
      Further Information
      Product Specifications (Text)

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      DRC MCM XT DIN rail mounted device with LifeCheck sensor 
      DIN rail mounted device with integrated LifeCheck 
      sensor for condition-based monitoring of max. 10 
      BXT devices with LifeCheck. Visual operating 
      state indication combined with remote signalling 
      contact, break or make contact can be selected. 
      BXT devices to be monitored can be pre-programmed by 
      means of DRC MCM via a PC and a standard RS 485 
      adapter or by means of DRC LC M3.
      For testing: up to 10 BLITZDUCTOR XT / XTU ML arresters 

      delivery and installation.

      Brand: DEHN
      Type: DRC MCM XT
      Part No.: 910 695

      or equivalent.
      Installation Instructions
      Certificates
      CE_DRC_MCM_XT
      CAD-Data for registered Users
      910695.stp
      910695.igs
      910695.jt
      910695.dwg
      910695m_E.dxf

DRC SCM XT

Basic circuit diagramDRC SCM XTBasic circuit diagram DRC SCM XT

DIN rail mounted device with integrated LifeCheck sensor for condition monitoring of up to ten LifeCheck-equipped BLITZDUCTOR XT / XTU arresters. Visual operating state indication via three-colour LED combined with remote signalling function (break contact).


Specifications

Type
Part No.
For testing
For testing
Operating elements
Indicator
Input voltage range (d.c.) (UIN)
Max. rated current consumption (IIN)
RFID transmission frequency
Message: Replacing of SPD recommended
Test cycle
Operating temperature range for monitoring 10 BXT / BXTU arresters
Operating temperature range for monitoring 8 BXT / BXTU arresters
Degree of protection
For mounting on
Connection
Cross-sectional area, solid / flexible
Tightening torque (terminal)
Enclosure material
Colour
Test standards
Type of remote signalling contact
Technical data of remote signalling contact
Switching capacity (d.c.)
Switching capacity (a.c.)
Delivery includes
Weight
GTIN
PU
Part No.
  • DRC SCM XT
  • 910 696
  • up to 10 BLITZDUCTOR XT / XTU ML arresters
  • up to 10 BLITZDUCTOR XT / XTU ML EX arresters; for use in non-hazardous atmospheres only! Observe thread measure!
  • single button, DIP switch
  • three-colour LED (green, orange, red)
  • 18-48 V
  • 100 mA
  • 125 kHz
  • LED, remote signalling contact (break contact)
  • continuous
  • -20 °C ... +60 °C
  • -40 °C ... +80 °C
  • IP 20
  • 35 mm DIN rails acc. to EN 60715
  • screw
  • 0.08-2.5 mm2
  • 0.4 Nm
  • polyamide PA 6.6
  • grey
  • EN 61010-1, 61000-6-2/4, ETSI EN 300 330-1 V1.7.1
  • break contact (nc)
  • contact resistance < 25 ohms; leakage current < 1 µA
  • 350 V / 0.12 A
  • 250 V / 0.07 A
  • base part, monitoring module, quick guide and labelling system
  • 54 g
  • 4013364149359
  • 1 pc(s)
  • 910 696
  • Specifications (PDF)
  • More

Accessories

DIN Rail mounted Power Supply Unit

High-performance DIN rail mounted power supply unit with single-phase wide-range input can be connected to different supply systems. The operating state indicator on the front panel indicates whether the output voltage is present. Up to 10 DRC MCM XT or DRC SCM XT (single application) or up to 15 DRC MCM XT (multiple application) monitoring devices can be connected to a single power supply unit.

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Specifications

Type
Part No.
Input voltage range
Frequency
Input current (Ie)
Output nominal voltage (Ua)
Output current (Ia)
Recommended backup fuse
Normen / Bestimmungen
Weight
GTIN
PU
  • PSU DC24 30W
  • 910 499
  • AC 85-264 V; DC 120-373 V
  • 44-66 Hz; 0 Hz
  • 0.7 A at AC 110 V / 0.5 A at AC 230 V
  • DC 24 V (SELV)
  • 1.3 A at DC 24 V, max. 0.9 A at any installation position
  • circuit breaker 10 A, 16 A, characteristic B, C
  • EN 60950, EN 61204-3, UL 60950, UL 508, GL
  • 180 g
  • 4013364157149
  • 1 pc(s)
  • Specifications (PDF)
  • More

USB Interface Converter of Type USB-NANO-485

USB-Nano-485 converts between USB and RS485 signals and is specifically designed for two-wire RS-485 buses. LEDs indicate the operating state (yellow), Rx (green) and Tx (red). Due to its compact dimensions, USB-Nano-485 is ideally suited for use with notebooks, however, stationary use is also possible.

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Specifications

Type
Part No.
Version
Weight
GTIN
PU

Labelling System BA1-BA15

2x 165 adhesive labels for labelling DRC MCM XT monitoring devices with the bus address.

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Specifications

Type
Part No.
Colour
Weight
GTIN
PU
  • BS BA1 BA15 BXT
  • 920 398
  • transparent
  • 5,6 g/Sa
  • 4013364126572
  • 1 Sa
  • Specifications (PDF)
  • More
    • Further Pictures
      Further Information
      Product Specifications (Text)

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      Labelling system BA1-BA15
      Transparent adhesive labels
      printed with BA1 (1.1-1.10) to BA15 (15.1-15.10)
      for easy labelling of DRC MCM XT monitoring devices
      and BLITZDUCTOR XT base parts or modules;
      transparent, permanently adhesive, abrasion-proof

      delivery and installation.

      Brand: DEHN
      Type: BS BA1 BA15 BXT
      Part No.: 920 398

      or equivalent.

Partition

Allows to position BXT devices for non-intrinsically safe circuits directly next to intrinsically safe circuits (thread measure ≥ 50 mm).
For DRC MCM XT and DRC SCM XT; 1 set = 2 pieces.

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Specifications

Type
Part No.
Colour
Weight
GTIN
PU
  • TW DRC MCM EX
  • 910 697
  • blue
  • 31 g/Sa
  • 4013364123717
  • 1 Sa
  • Specifications (PDF)
  • More
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      Further Information
      Product Specifications (Text)

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      TW DRC MCM EX partition
      Ex(i) partition
      for maintaining a minimum distance (thread measure) 
      of at least 50 mm between intrinsically safe and 
      non-intrinsically safe circuits according to EN 60079-11
      For 7 mm and 35 mm DIN rails
      Polyamide PA 6.6, blue

      delivery and installation.

      Brand: DEHN
      Type: TW DRC MCM EX
      Part No.: 910 697

      or equivalent.
      Installation Instructions

DEHNpanel

Visual remote indicator for (multiple) surge protective devices (SPDs)

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Specifications

Type
Part No.
Operating state/fault indication
Enclosure material
Weight
GTIN
PU
  • DPAN L
  • 910 200
  • green LED (flashing) / red LED (flashing)
  • noryl
  • 140 g
  • 4013364144019
  • 1 pc(s)
  • Specifications (PDF)
  • More
    • Further Pictures
      open PDF
      Further Information
      Product Specifications (Text)

      Back

      DPAN L visual remote indication for surge protective devices
      Visual remote indicator with current-saving LEDs for surge protective devices (SPDs) 
      With remote signalling contact
      Also suited for alarm signalling of other devices with floating changeover contact
      For installation in switchgear cabinet doors.
      Power supply: 2x 1.5 V AA batteries
      Degree of protection: IP 40
      Mounting dimensions: 92 x 45 mm
      Dimensions: 96 x 48 x 75 mm

      delivery and installation.

      Brand: DEHN
      Type: DPAN L
      Part No.: 910 200

      or equivalent.
      Installation Instructions
      Certificates
      CE_DEHNpanel