MAX9 ™

The ultimate in circuit protection

Lead the way with latest innovation

in circuit protection.

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About MAX9 range
Innovation in electrical safety

Since 1920, Clipsal has been helping to make Australian homes safer by supplying
customers with the most innovative and sustainable electrical solutions available on the
market. Clipsal was one of the pioneers of bringing miniature version of RCD
(also known as ‘Safety switch’) to Australian market under 4 Series.

MAX9 range is the next generation of circuit protection, but the mission remains
unchanged. MAX9 range raises the bar in circuit protection with MAXBAR.

MAX PROFESSIONAL
No cables for feeding RCBOs

MAX SPEED
Up to 15 times faster
installation speed
Compared to connecting
with cables

MAX PERFORMANCE MAX FLEXIBILITY

100A rated system One busbar connects to
main switch, all type of
Clipsal RCBOs and AFDD

Clipsal MAX9 – The ultimate in circuit protection

for MAX Generation
The Clipsal MAX9 range is designed to provide maximum efficiency and peace
of mind to electricians, so that you can focus on growing your business and
providing best service to your customers with latest innovation in
circuit protection.

Introducing MAXBAR – The next generation busbar

MAX9 takes the definition of a busbar to next level with MAXBAR. MAXBAR is
nothing like ordinary busbars, it helps to improve your installation speed by up to
15 times when compared to traditional wiring method. With MAXBAR, you don’t
need any cable connections to feed final sub-circuits protected by an RCBO or
AFDD - it picks up the active feed from main switch and distributes both active &
neutral across the RCBOs and AFDDs. MAXBAR helps to connect main switch to
all types of Clipsal RCBOs - SLIM RCBO, 2 module RCBO or a 3P+N RCBO.

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Open up business growth opportunities with latest innovation
MAX9 range helps to open up new business growth opportunities with latest innovations like
Arc Fault Detection Device (AFDD) and Energy Management by Wiser. AFDD is next generation
of circuit protection device to help keep Australian homes safe from electrical fires caused by arc
faults. AFDDs help to safeguard against electrical fires by detecting even the smallest electrical
arcs caused by cable or electrical contact damage and disconnect power before the resulting heat
starts a fire.

Energy takes up a significant portion of every household budget. Tracking its usage is tricky, but
essential to identifying inefficiencies and reducing the amount a home owner spends on energy
bills. That’s where Energy Management by Wiser™ comes in. Energy Management by Wiser helps
to convert a standard switchboard into a connected switchboard with PowerTags. It gives 24/7
visibility into a home’s energy consumption and production.Using the Wiser App together with AFDD
connected Wiser devices installed into a switchboard, help your customers keep track of their
electrical circuits, maximise solar performance, set a budget and save on electricity bills.

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What’s new in residential circuit
protection?
Enjoy peace of mind with MAX9
We understand sometimes it can be very hard to stay on top of all the regulation
and standard changes. We have taken all that stress out for circuit protection
with MAX9 range. The complete MAX9 system is type tested to AS/NZS 61439-
3, so you don’t have to think twice about compliance to this standard if you use
complete MAX9 system. All the RCDs and RCBOs in MAX9 range are Type A and
hence future ready for the requirements of Amendment 2 to AS/NZS 3000:2018
(Known as ‘Wiring Rules’).

Performance that MAX9 Generation deserves

MAX9 system is designed to provide maximum performance to the MAX
Generation with 100A rated system. MAXBAR and all MAX9 enclosures are
designed to withstand 100A current. MAX9 range is built for tough Australian
conditions. All MAX9 devices have operating temperature range from -25 Deg C
to +70 Deg C with derating.
Best in-class quality is a given for Clipsal products but MAX9 range takes it to
the next level. MAX9 devices are designed to last 20,000 mechanical cycles and
10,000 electrical cycles. This can only be achieved with a robust design and
precision in manufacturing process. This MAX performance and MAX quality
helps us to provide you additional peace of mind with a 7-year warranty on
MAX9 products.

Simplify safety
MAX9 range also brings in lot of simplicity in your life. Sometimes it might be a bit
hard to explain different types of circuit protection to home owner. We have made
this very simple with Pictograms on all our products to make it easy to explain the
functionality of RCDs, MCBs, RCBOs, SPDs and AFDDs.

QR CODE
Surge Fire Cable People Isolator Simply scan QR
protection protection protection protection switch code for all product
info – specs,
brochures, installation
We have also made it simple to access all the product information like instructions, etc.
specifications, installation instructions, brochures, etc. - just scan the QR code on
the product with a mobile device and all the information will be at your finger-tips.

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our commitment to deliver customer valued
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sustainability goals such as green building certifications.

*PEP: Product Environmental Profile (i.e. Environmental Product Declaration)

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3 simple steps to MAX electrical
protection for your customers
Step 1: RCBO – Residual current device (RCD) &
Miniature Circuit Breaker (MCB) combo – 1 device
helps to protect people as well as electrical cables
The famous Clipsal RCD (also known as ‘Safety Switch’) is an absolute must for
every home. In fact, it is a legal requirement for all new homes in Australia to
have RCD protection for all final sub-circuits. Why? Because in the case of faulty
appliances or wiring, this little device in your switchboard will help to disconnect
power and help to save your loved ones from a potentially fatal electric shock.
Electrical cables can get extremely hot due to overload and short circuit and
potentially damage your home due to electrical fires. To help protect cables from
damage, you need to have MCB installed at the switchboard.
Instead of having a separate MCB and RCD for each circuit, make the smart
choice with Clipsal SLIM RCBO. This is a combo device that will provide RCD &
MCB functions in 1 device and save valuable space in your switchboard.

Step 2: Surge Protection – Helps to protect your

electrical appliances
Lightning strikes, power surges and voltage spikes are nasty and can destroy
your electronic equipment in an instant. You’ve invested a lot of money in your
appliances. Just imagine discovering your big-screen TV, audio system or
coffee machine, fried and irreparable... It just isn’t worth the risk. Clipsal surge
protection device helps to protect your valued possessions from such harmful
surges and spikes.

Step 3: Arc Fault Detection (AFD) Device – Helps

to protect your home from arc faults
Old cables, loose wall sockets, poor cable connections, rodents/humidity in
ceiling space can all result in damage to cables. Such damages result in electric
arcs that carbonize the insulation/connection. If these arcs are not detected
early then they can potentially result in electrical fires. Clipsal AFD device sits
in your switchboard and continuously looks for early signs of such arc faults.
As soon as it detects such signals, it helps to disconnect power in that circuit
and helps to reduce chances of a potential house fire.

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Contents

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Helps to protect electrical appliances from voltage surges

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Next level of protection for Australian homes

Energy Management by Wiser™ ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 26

Make smarter energy choices at home

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Helps to protect electrical cables from overload and short circuit

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Helps to protect people from potential electric shocks

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Helps to Isolate the whole board

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Helps to bring everything together

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For all other residential switchboard needs

Technical Information ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 74

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Naming conventions for devices

Catalog number format and legend

MX9 FN B CD E
Range name Function Module width Current rating Special function (if needed)
MX9 – MAX9 R3 – RCBO 30 mA F – 40ms tripping time
R1 – RCBO 10 mA S – Super immune
RC – RCD R – Red toggle MCB
A3 – AFDD 30 mA 10 – 1 NO contactor
MC – MCB 11 – 1NO+1NC contactor
MS – Main switch 20 – 2NO contactor
SP – SPD 22 – 2NO+2NC contactor
C1 – Contactor 240V 40 – 4NO contactor
C2 – Contactor 24V
TB – Terminal block

Example:
Description Commercial reference
Max9 RCBO 30mA 1 module 20A MX9R3120

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MCB/RCD Combinations –
RCBO

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MCB/RCD Combinations – Slim RCBO
MAX9

Slim 1-Module MCB/RCD Combination C-Curve, Electronic – RCBO

Clipsal’s slim DIN mounted, 30mA combination MCB/RCDs are available as single module devices to save valuable
switchboard space.

Features and benefits:

• Top and bottom line and load compatible for ease of installation.
• Short circuit breaking capacity of 6kA.
• Rated at 240V, 30mA / 10mA, type A, C-Curve.
• One module width – ideal for retrofit installations where space is limited.
• Two-pole safety feature allows switching of both Active and Neutral contacts.
• Trip free locking device (lockable ‘ON’ or ‘OFF’ position).
• Compatible with Clipsal’s 4LD Lock Dog.
• AS/NZS 61009 compliance.

Applications:
• Ideal for retrofit installations where pole space is a problem.
• Small width allows a greater number of RCBOs to be installed
in one enclosure.

1P+N, 1-Module, 240V

A-type 30mA non delayed
Catalogue No. Current Rating
MX9R3106 6A
MX9R3110 10A
MX9R3116 16A
MX9R3120 20A
MX9R3125 25A
MX9R3132 32A

MX9Rx1xx
1P+N, 1-Module, 240V
A-type 10mA non delayed
Catalogue No. Current Rating
MX9R1106 6A
MX9R1110 10A
MX9R1116 16A
MX9R1120 20A
MX9R1125 25A
MX9R1132 32A

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 MCB/RCD Combinations – RCBO
MAX9

Connection
Type Rating Tightening torque Copper cables
Flexible or 14mm
Slim RCBO Rigid
ferrule

L and N
6 to 32A 2 N.m. 1 to 16mm² 1 to 10mm²
upstream
L and N
6 to 32A 2 N.m. 1 to 10mm² 1 to 6mm²
downstream

Weight Dimensions (mm)

Residual current device 73
64
Type Slim RCBO
44
1P+N 136g 5.5 18

Technical Data
Main characteristics 97
45
Voltage rating (Ue) 240V a.c. 93

Insulation voltage (Ui) 440V a.c.

Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp) 4kV
Thermal tripping reference temperature 30°C
Magnetic tripping C-Curve Between 5 and 10 In 69
Limitation class 3
Surge current withstand (8/20 µs) without tripping 250A
Rated nominal breaking capacity (Icn) 6000A
Phase/Earth rated residual breaking and making capacity (I∆m) 3000A
Additional characteristics
Device only IP20
Degree of protection Device in modular
IP40
enclosure
Electrical 10,000 cycles
Endurance (O-C)
Mechanical 20,000 cycles
-25°C to +70°C
(Derating table
Operating temperature
refer to technical
information)
Storage temperature -40°C to +85°C
Severity B (relative
Tropicalisation
humidity 95% at 55°C)

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MCB/RCD Combinations – 2 module Type
A-SI RCBO
MAX9
MCB/RCD Combinations – RCBO
Clipsal switchboard mounted combination MCBs and RCDs fall into two main categories - electro mechanical
and electronic.
The electro mechanical devices derive their ‘action energy’ from actual leakage (residual) current.
They work on an electromagnetic principle. A toroidal transformer is used to detect the magnetic fields created
by current flowing in the Active and Neutral wires of the protected circuit, which pass through the RCD.
Taking into account the magnitude and direction of these currents, under normal circuit conditions the vector sum
of the currents (known as the residual current) is effectively zero and the magnetic fields cancel.
Should the condition occur where a current flows from an Active or Neutral wire to Earth, the residual current
will not be zero and the magnetic field will establish a tripping signal to disconnect the protected circuit.
These devices are not voltage dependant.

Features and benefits:

• Seperate RCD trip flag for easy trip diagnosis (1)
• Same base module as the MCBs. Uniformity in space requirements
and installation.
• Top and bottom line and load compatible for ease of installation 1
• Green strip on the toggle that indicates opening of all the poles
• Top and bottom clip allowing dismounting with comb busbar in place
• Busbar compatible through an insulated slot

Applications MX9R32xxS
Super Immune - A-SI Type
• High dependency installation.

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 MCB/RCD Combinations – RCBO
MAX9

MCB/RCD Combination C-Curve, Mechanical – RCBO

1P+N, 2-Module, 240V
SI-type, super immune, 30mA A-type, surge current protected to 3000 A 8/20µs
Catalogue No. Current Rating
MX9R3210S 10A
MX9R3216S 16A
MX9R3220S 20A
MX9R3225S 25A
MX9R3232S 32A

Connection
Rating Tightening torque Copper cables 14mm
Rigid Flexible or ferrule

10 to 32A 2 N.m 1 to 16mm² 1 to 10mm²

Weight
Residual current device Dimensions (mm)
Type
75
1P+N 215g 64
44
36 5.5
Technical Data
Main characteristics
Earth leakage protection with 99
30mA Voltage independant 45
instantaneous tripping 91
Setting temperature for ratings 30°C
The magnetic tripping
Tripping curve C-Curve devices act at between
5 and 10 In
71
Rated breaking capacity (Icn) 6000A
Rated residual breaking and making capacity (I∆m) 3000A
Electrical 10,000 cycles
Endurance (O-C)
Mechanical 20,000 cycles
Device only IP20
Degree of protection Device in modular
IP40
enclosure
Insulation voltage (Ui) 440V
Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp) 4kV
-25°C to +70°C
Operating temperature (Derating table refer to
technical information)
Storage temperature -40°C to +85°C
8/20 µs impulse withstand without tripping 3kA
Limitation class 3
Severity B (relative
Tropicalisation
humidity 95% at 55°C)

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MCB/RCD Combinations – 2 module Type A
RCBO
MAX9
These 240V single-phase + Neutral electronic combination devices are 2 module wide and are compatible
with top feeding MAXBAR.
Separate flag indication (1) for MCB or RCD tripping enables easy and speedy trip diagnosis.
Electronic type devices derive their ‘action energy’ from the mains supply. They typically utilise much simpler toroidal
sensors, coupled to sensing amplifiers, filters, discrimination circuits and triac driven solenoids to operate the contacts.
The major advantages of electronic types lies in their simple construction, improving their chances in areas in adverse
conditions where vibration and environmental conditions affect electrical products.
The added benefit of electronic types are that the filters prevent unwanted tripping. These devices are voltage dependent.

Applications

Standard – A Type
• General applications.
• Generators.
• Extreme environmental conditions.

1P+N, 2-Module, 240V

A Type, 30mA non-delayed
Catalogue No. Current Rating
MX9R3210 10A
MX9R3216 16A
MX9R3220 20A
MX9R3225 25A
MX9R3232 32A
1
MX9R3240 40A

NOTE: This device is top feeding only.

MX9R32xx

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MAX9

Connection
Rating Tightening torque Copper cables
Rigid Flexible or ferrule
14mm

10 to 40A 2 N.m 1 to 16mm² 1 to 10mm²

Weight
Residual current device Dimensions (mm)
Type
75
1P+N 215g
64
44
5.5
Technical Data 36

Main characteristics
Earth leakage protection with 99
30mA Voltage dependant 45
instantaneous tripping
91
Setting temperature for ratings 30°C
The magnetic tripping
Tripping curve C-Curve devices act at between
5 and 10 In
Rated breaking capacity (Icn) 6000A 71

Rated residual breaking and making capacity (I∆m) 3000A

Electrical 10,000 cycles
Endurance (O-C)
Mechanical 20,000 cycles
Device only IP20
Degree of protection Device in modular
IP40
enclosure
Insulation voltage (Ui) 440V
Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp) 4 kV
-25°C to +70°C
Operating temperature (Derating table refer to
technical information)
Storage temperature -40°C to +85°C
8/20 µs impulse withstand without tripping 250A
Limitation class 3
Severity B (relative
Tropicalisation
humidity 95% at 55°C)

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MCB/RCD Combinations – 3P+N RCBO
MAX9

3P+N, 5-Module RCBO C-Curve, Type A

AS/NZS 3000:2018 bring in a major change for residential applications. It states that additional protection by RCDs with a
maximum rated residual current of 30mA shall be provided for all final sub-circuits. This clause applies irrespective of the
circuit amperage or number of phases. This includes circuits for air conditioner, cooktops, hot water systems, pool pumps,
etc. that were historically not protected by RCD. MAX9 3P+N RCBO helps to provide complete RCBO solution for
3 phase applications.

Features and benefits:

• Full installation flexibility with the option of having line connection either
from top or bottom.
• Cover all your needs with complete range from 10A to 40A
• Type A earth leakage protection to help provide additional safety to end user
• Green strip on the toggle that indicates opening of all the poles.
• Easy diagnosis with visible red tripping flag to identify earth leakage tripping
• Clear marking of neutral on left side

Applications:
• Ideal for retrofit installations where pole space is a problem.
• Small width allows a greater number of MCB/RCDs to be installed in the
one enclosure.

Catalogue No. Current rating

MX9R3510 10A
MX9R3516 16A
MX9R3520 20A
MX9R3525 25A
MX9R3532 32A
MX9R3540 40A

MX9R35xx

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MAX9

Connection
Rating Tightening torque Copper cables
Flexible or
Rigid 14mm
ferrule

10 to 40A 2 N.m 1 to 16mm² 1 to 10mm2

Dimensions (mm)
Weight
75
64
Residual current device 90 44
5.5
Type
3P+N 500g
100

Technical Data
45
95

Main characteristics
Voltage rating (Ue) 415V
71
Insulation voltage (Ui) 440V
Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp) 4kV
Rated residual operating current (I∆n) 30mA
Thermal tripping reference temperature 30°C
Magnetic tripping C-Curve Between 5 and 10 In
Limitation class 3
Rated nominal breaking capacity (Icn) 6000A
Additional characteristics
Device only IP20
Degree of protection Device in modular
IP40
enclosure
Electrical 10,000 cycles
Endurance (O-C)
Mechanical 20,000 cycles
-25°C to +70°C
(Derating table
Operating temperature
refer to technical
information)
Storage temperature -40°C to +85°C
Severity B (relative
Tropicalisation
humidity 95% at 55°C)

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Surge Protection Device –
SPD

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MAX9

Surge Protection Device – SPD

When lightning strikes, there are no second chances. The MAX9 range of surge protection devices won’t let you down.
Modern Australian homes have estimated $15,000 worth of electronics unprotected against voltage surges. From fridge
to washer/dryer, smart appliances have lot of electronic components inside them. Surge protection strips only offer limited
protection to the devices connected to them. Items that are not compatible with plug strips such as washers, dryers,
refrigerators, stoves, and lighting can be protected against voltage surges with a Surge Protective Device.
One device can help to protect whole house from voltage spikes.

Features and benefits:

• Maximum discharge capacity of 40kA (8/20μs)
• Includes single and three pole variants
• Uniform terminal heights and modular size enables neat and efficient installation
• Cartridge replacement is quick and easy
• Replacement cartridges available as spare part
• Possibility of Remote alarming.

Catalogue No. Description

MX9SP140 Surge Arrestor, 1P, Imax 40kA
MX9SP340 Surge Arrestor, 3P, Imax 40kA
MX9SP40C Replacement Cartridge 1P Imax 40kA

MX9SP140 MX9SP340

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Arc Fault Detection Device –
AFDD

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 Arc Fault Detection Device – AFDD
MAX9

Arc Fault Detection Device – AFDD

Arc Fault Detection Devices help to reduce the risk of electrical fire.
Broken wires, loose connections, crushed cables can all cause hidden arc faults in electrical circuits, which if left
undetected, can erupt into flames in just seconds. AFDDs isolate the circuit the moment an arc fault is detected.
Arc faults are one of the main causes of electrical fires. Electrical fires due to arc faults are surprisingly common
especially in older homes. Electrical fires cause considerable damage to property, injuries and deaths each year.

Some key facts are:

• Every year about 12,000 fires are reported from Australian homes.
• 40% of fires in homes are related to electrical fault and appliances.
• About 60 lives are lost each year due to fires in Australian homes.
• Millions are spent in repairing damage caused by fires in homes.

An arc fault is not always easy to see, since it can occur in hidden places such as damaged cables inside walls, a loose
connection in a hidden junction box, or socket outlets.

How do arc faults occur?

Tight Corners Loose Plugs Fastner Damage Poor Termination

Worn Insulation Exposed Wires Pinching Pests

What is an Arc Fault Detection Device?

An AFDD is a detection device that automatically cuts the electricity supply when it detects an arc fault in a circuit.
By immediately cutting off the electricity supply, AFDDs help to prevent arc faults from reaching temperatures where
fires can break out.
AFDDs fit into electrical switchboards alongside other protective equipment. When an arc fault is detected,
the device immediately isolates the circuit, preventing ignition of flammable materials.
An AFDD detects the appearance of electric arcs that are responsible for starting fires. They are extremely sensitive,
designed to sense and respond only to potentially dangerous arcs.

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Arc fault detection RCBO
MAX9

Features and benefits:

• Circuit protection against overload, short-circuit, earth leakage and Arc Fault.
• Two module width ideal for retrofit installations where space is limited.
• Top and bottom line and load compatible for ease of installation.
• Two pole safety feature allows switching of both active and neutral contacts.
• 6kA short circuit breaking capacity.
• Type A RCBO to sense both a.c. and pulsating d.c currents.
• Fire hazard tripping indication via the front panel indicator.
• Device diagnosis via the test button.
• Green strip on the toggle that indicates opening of all the poles.
• Tripping cause diagnosis by LED blinking in front face.

Catalogue No. Current rating

MX9A3206 6A
MX9A3210 10A
MX9A3216 16A
MX9A3220 20A
MX9A3225 25A

Multi-function button
• For tripping diagnosis
• For device test

Easy to install
• Reverse feeding: it can
be supplied either by the
top or the bottom

VISI-TRIP window
• Tripping cause is indicated by a
red mechanical indicator on the
front face

Diagnosis LED
VISI-SAFE window • Tripping diagnosis by
orange LED blinking
Positive contact indication
• A green strip on the toggle indicates
full opening of all the poles
• Padlocking possible

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 Arc Fault Detection Device – AFDD
MAX9

Connection
Tightening torque Copper cables
Flexible or
Rigid
ferrule

2 N.m 1 to 16mm² 1 to 10mm²

Weight Dimensions (mm)

Residual current device 75
64
Type Weight
44
1P+N 237g 36 5.5

Technical Data
99
Main characteristics 45
91
Current before 2.5 5A 10 A 16 A 25 A
Tripping time/arc current arc (RMS)
value with Un = 230/240 V
AC (to IEC/EN 62606) Max. operating 1s 0.5 s 0.25 s 0.15 s 0.14 s
time
Overvoltage tripping threshold 71
275 V AC ± 5 V
(neutral conductor break)
Insulation voltage (Ui) 440V a.c.
Degree of pollution 2
Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp) 4 kV
Overvoltage category III
Reference
Thermal tripping 30°C
temperature
Magnetic tripping Curve C Between 5 and 10 In
According to AS/NZS 61009.1
Limitation class 3
Rated breaking capacity (Icn) 6000A
8/20 μs impulse withstand
A type 250 A
current
Additional characteristics
Earth leakage protection with instantaneous tripping 30 mA, type A
Degree of protection Device alone IP20
Device in a
modular IP40
enclosure
Endurance (O-C) Electrical 10,000 cycles
(IEC 60529) Mechanical 20,000 cycles
-25°C to +70°C (Derating table
Operating temperature
refer to technical information)
Storage temperature -40°C to +85°C

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Energy Management
by Wiser™

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 Energy Management by Wiser™
MAX9

Energy Management by Wiser™

Energy takes up a significant chunk of every household budget. Tracking its usage is tricky, but essential to identifying
inefficiencies and reducing energy spend. That’s where Energy Management by Wiser™ comes in. As a smart, connected
technology for homes it monitors your installation 24/7 to give you insight into its condition and your energy use. With
Energy Management by Wiser™, you can manage your energy more efficiently, save on bills, and gain visibility of your
installation status, even if you’re not an energy expert.

Features and benefits:

• Easy app interface for home owners.
• All energy consumption and production data at your finger tips.
• No nasty surprises with electricity bills.
• Get better return on your solar investment.
• No cable connection needed between powertags and gateway.
• Simple commissioning for electrician with bluetooth enabled.
mobile phone or tablet.
• Convert any residential switchboard into a smart communicating board.

Catalogue No. Description

EER72600 Wiser IP communication module
4CBEM1 POWERTAG WISER M63 1PW
4CBEM3 POWERTAG WISER M63 3P
4RCBEM2B POWERTAG WISER P63 1PN BOTTOM RCBO
4RCBEM2T POWERTAG WISER P63 1PN TOP RCBO
4RCBEM2 POWERTAG WISER F63 1PN
4RCBEM4 POWERTAG WISER F63 3PN

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 Miniature Circuit Breakers
MAX9

The Range
Clipsal offer an industry leading range of miniature circuit breakers (MCBs), which are ideal for retrofit installations or
switchboards that are limited for space.

Clipsal MCBs are suitable for horizontal or vertical 35mm DIN rail mounting, with the option of a two-position clip.
All Clipsal MCBs are moulded from heavy-duty material and are finger-proof, providing additional protection from
live terminal contact.

Clipsal MAX9 MCBs include two types of operation:

• Thermal, for normal overload.
• Magnetic, for short circuit situation.

35mm DIN rail IP20 protection IP40 protection device

installations device only in modular enclosure

Miniature Circuit Breakers

1
Thermal operation
2
Occurs when the bi-metal strip (1), is heated by the overload current and
3
deflected. This trips the tripping lever which, with its spring action (2),
causes the contacts (3) to open. 4

5
Magnetic tripping
6
Is achieved by utilising the solenoid (4), which causes the armature (5)
in conjunction with the mechanical action of the spring (2) to open the
MCB’s contacts.
Note: The splitter plates (6) break up the ionised gas as the switch
mechanism opens, extinguishing the arc.

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Features and benefits:

• Unique new white finish for a fresh modern look.
• Standard characteristic is C-Curve suits most applications.
• Complete solution with 1, 2 & 3 pole versions.
• Option of 1P,2P & 3P 63A MCB with red toggle where MCB
is used as main incomer.
• Base module = 18mm wide. Compact standardised and consistent
module dimensions.
• Lift-up terminals. ‘No hot spot’ terminations and all cable strands
are locked in.
• Combination head screws, choice of screwdrivers.
• MCB mechanism is free tripping and If the switch is held in the ON position,
the MCB will still operate.
• Clipsal MCBs allow line or load cables to be connected at either top or bottom
for greater installation flexibility. 1
Connection (1):
• Cable automatically guided to the correct position: terminals with guard.
• Insulated terminals IP20.
• Enhanced cable tear-off strength: serrated terminals.
• Fast closure. 2
• Bottom/Top side by tunnel terminals.

Positive contact indication (2):

• The presence of the green strip helps to ensure physical opening of the
1
contacts and allows operations to be performed on the downstream circuit
in complete peace of mind.

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6kA C-Curve – MCB

The 6kA breaking capacity of these MCBs makes them ideal for residential applications that need MAX performance.
This range has C-Curve characteristics, to suit most applications.

1-Pole, 1-Module, 240V

Catalogue No. Current rating
MX9MC102 2A
MX9MC104 4A
MX9MC106 6A
MX9MC110 10A
MX9MC116 16A
MX9MC120 20A
MX9MC125 25A
MX9MC132 32A
MX9MC140 40A
MX9MC150 50A
MX9MC1xx MX9MC163R
MX9MC163 63A
MX9MC163R 63A (Red toggle)

2-Pole, 2-Module, 415V

Catalogue No. Current rating
MX9MC206 6A
MX9MC210 10A
MX9MC216 16A
MX9MC220 20A
MX9MC225 25A
MX9MC232 32A
MX9MC240 40A
MX9MC250 50A
MX9MC263 63A
MX9MC263R 63A (Red toggle)
MX9MC2xx MX9MC263R

3-Pole, 3-Module, 415V

Catalogue No. Current rating
MX9MC306 6A
MX9MC310 10A
MX9MC316 16A
MX9MC320 20A
MX9MC325 25A
MX9MC332 32A
MX9MC340 40A
MX9MC350 50A
MX9MC363 63A
MX9MC363R 63A (Red toggle)
MX9MC3xx MX9MC363R

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Connection
Rating Tightening torque Copper cables
Rigid Flexible or ferrule

1 to 25A 2 N.m 1 to 25mm² 1 to 16mm²

32 to 63A 3.5 N.m 1 to 35mm² 1 to 25mm²

Weight
Dimensions (mm)
Circuit-breaker
Type 3P 54 75
1P 125g 2P 36 64
44
2P 250g 5.5
1P 18
3P 375g

Technical Data 95
45
Main characteristics 85

Insulation voltage (Ui) 500V a.c.

Rated voltage (Ue) 240/415V a.c.
Operating frequency 50/60Hz
Thermal tripping C-Curve 5 to 10 In 71

According to AS/NZS 60898.1

Limitation class 3
Rated breaking capacity (Icn) 6000A
Service breaking capacity (Ics) 100% Icn
Rated making and breaking capacity of an individual pole
Icn1=Icn
(Icn1)
Additional characteristics
Device only IP20
Degree of protection
(IEC 60529) Device in modular
IP40
enclosure
Electrical 10,000 cycles
Endurance (O-C)
Mechanical 20,000 cycles
-25°C to 70°C
Operating temperature (Derating table refer to
technical information)
Storage temperature -40°C to 85°C
Severity B
Tropicalisation (IEC 60068-1) (relative humidity
95% to 55°C)

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Residual Current Devices
Residual Current Devices
MAX9

RCD – Residual Current Devices

Although Australia has one of the safest electrical systems in the world, accidents can still happen. A poorly maintained
appliance, a person who innocently pushes something into a power socket or cuts through an electrical wire, a frayed cord,
wet hands or carelessness with power tools are all situations that can lead to serious consequences.
Benefits of residual current devices (RCDs) are well documented and latest version of wiring rules (AS/NZS 3000:2018)
makes it mandatory to have RCD protection for all final sub-circuits in residential applications.
Amendment 2 of AS/NZS 3000:2018 makes it mandatory to have type A RCD (no type AC RCD) from May 2023 for
additional safety. All RCDs under MAX9 range are future ready and already type A.

How an RCD works

The RCD works by constantly monitoring and comparing the current flow in both the Active and Neutral
cables of an electrical installation.
During normal operation, these Active and Neutral currents are in balance. However, should any current flow to Earth,
an imbalance is created in these circuits. If this imbalance is sufficient, the RCD will cut the electrical supply.
Apart from helping to protect people, RCD will also cut off power to expensive electrical equipment in the event of
an electrical fault to Earth. This helps to protect appliances against costly damage and the installation against fire,
resulting from faults of this nature.

Switchboard Mounted RCDs 1

These RCDs incorporate the same housing and installation features as the
MCBs. With a range that includes pulse current sensitive and super immune
devices, there’s a unit for every application.

Features and benefits:

• Covers all potential residential needs – 2 pole and 4 pole variants available.
2
• Line and load can be top or bottom connected, ideal when cabling space
is restricted or limited.
• Lift-up terminals. helps to reduce chances of ‘hot spot’ in terminations
with all cable strands are locked in
• Compatible with MAX9 18 mm pin type busbar for connections
to multiple MCBs..

Connection (1):
• Upstream/downstream by tunnel terminal.
• DIN locking clip.

Positive contact indication (2):

• Green strip on the toggle that indicates opening of all the poles and allows
operations to be performed on the downstream circuit with complete
peace of mind.

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Clipsal MAX9 range also provides SI type RCD. Fault current

Clipsal A-SI-Type (super immune) RCDs
The SI range of RCDs helps to reduce nuisance tripping caused by Earth A.
leakage currents below 30mA threshold.

Applications

A-SI-Type
• High dependency installations.
B.
• Computers.
• Fluorescent lighting with electronic ballasts.
A. 30mA pure sine wave a.c.
Non d.c. sensitive breakers will trip
and d.c. sensitive breakers will trip.

B. The test current is half wave

pulsating d.c.
Non d.c. sensitive breakers may not
trip but d.c. sensitive breakers will trip.

High frequency oscillations

Slow and damped oscillations

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Interference Immunity – AC, A and SI-Types – RCDs

Clipsal provides various equipment technologies capable of overcoming the consequences of interference of all kinds.

Operating conditions Examples Types

AC A A-SI
Characteristics
General purpose power sockets
Incandescent lighting
With no special characteristics Household appliances: microwave oven, Yes Yes Yes
dishwasher, clothes dryer
Electric heating, water heater
Household appliances: induction cooking
Including a rectifier Single-phase appliances, washing machines (variable speed) - Yes Yes
Single-phase variable speed drives
Three-phase variable speed industrial drives
Three-phase - - -
Three-phase uninterruptible power supplies
Fluorescent lighting powered by extra low
voltage transformer, by electronic ballast
Variable luminosity lighting
Generating high frequency interference Powerful IT equipment
- - Yes
(current peaks, harmonics) Single-phase variable speed industrial drives
Air conditioning
Telecommunications equipment
Capacitor banks
Including an anti-harmonic filter in the Microcomputer systems
- - Yes
power supply Computer peripherals (printers, scanners, etc.)
Electrical Environment
Vicinity of equipment generating High-powered switching devices
- - Yes
transient overvoltages Reactive energy compensation banks
Circuits powered by an uninterruptible
Backed-up networks - - Yes
power supply
“Isolated neutral” (IT) Earthing system - - - Yes
Buildings protected by a lightning
Major risk of lightning strikes protection system
- - Yes
Mountainous or humid regions
Regions with high keraunic level
Atmosphere
Ambient temperature which could be
- - Yes Yes
less than -5°C
Indoor swimming pools
Harbours, marinas, camping grounds
Water treatment
Presence of corrosive agents (AF2 to Chemical industries, heavy industries, paper
- - Yes
AF4) or dust mills
Mines and cellars, road tunnels
Markets, stock raising, food processing
industries

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A-Type – RCD
Comes in 2 and 4 pole, 40 to 63 amps to suit most residential applications.

Applications

Standard Type – A-Type

• General applications.

2-Pole, 2-Module, 240V

A-type, 30mA, non-delayed, surge current protected to 250A 8/20µS
Catalogue No. Current rating
MX9RC240 40A
MX9RC263 63A

MX9RC2xx

4-Pole, 4-Module, 415V

A-type, 30mA, non-delayed, surge current protected to 250A 8/20µS
Catalogue No. Current rating
MX9RC440 40A
MX9RC463 63A

MX9RC4xx

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Connection
Rating Tightening torque Copper cables
Rigid Flexible or ferrule

40 to 63A 3.5 N.m 1 to 35mm² 1 to 25mm²

Weight
Residual current device Dimensions (mm)
Type
2P 210g 4P 72 75
64
4P 370g
44
2P 36
5.5

Technical Data
Main characteristics
95
Insulation voltage (Ui) 440V 45
85
Degree of pollution 2
Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp) 4kV
According to AS/NZS 61008.1
10In or 500A, whichever
Making and breaking capacity (Im/I∆m) 71
is the bigger
Impulse current withstand
AC type 250A
(8/20 µs without tripping)
Rated conditional short circuit current (Inc/I∆c) 6000A with MAX9 MCB
Additional characteristics
Device alone IP20
Degree of protection Device in modular
IP40
enclosure
Electrical 4000 cycles
Endurance (O-C)
Mechanical 10,000 cycles
-25°C to +70°C
Operating temperature (Derating table refer to
technical information)
Storage temperature -40°C to 85°C

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A-SI Type RCD

2-Pole, 2-Module, 240V
A-SI type, 30mA, super immune
Catalogue No. Current rating
MX9RC263S 63A

MX9RC263S

4-Pole, 4-Module, 415V

A-SI type, 30mA, super immune
Catalogue No. Current rating
MX9RC463S 63A

MX9RC463S

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Connection
Rating Tightening torque Copper cables
Rigid Flexible or ferrule

63A 3.5 N.m 1 to 35mm² 1 to 25mm²

Weight
Circuit-breaker Dimensions (mm)
Type
2P 210g 4P 72 75
64
4P 370g
44
2P 36
5.5

Technical Data
Main characteristics
95
Insulation voltage (Ui) 440V 45
85
Degree of pollution 2
Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp) 4kV
According to AS/NZS 61008-1
Making and breaking capacity (Im/I∆m) 10 In
71
Impulse current withstand
(si) type 3kA
(8/20 µs without tripping)
Rated conditional short circuit current (Inc/I∆c) 6000A with MAX9 MCB
Additional characteristics
Device alone IP20
Degree of protection Device in modular
IP40
enclosure
Electrical 4000 cycles
Endurance (O-C)
Mechanical 10,000 cycles
-25°C to +70°C
Operating temperature (Derating table refer to
technical information)
Storage temperature -40°C to 85°C

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Main Switches
Main Switches
MAX9

Main switches
Clipsal offers an optimised range of high quality mains switches for residential applications. They are available in 100A,
with 1, 2 and 3-pole versions, so you’ll be able to find the ideal main switch for your next project.
All Clipsal Main Switches incorporate high quality internal mechanisms and come with a highly visible ON/OFF toggle,
which allows for quick location when isolation of power is required in an emergency.

Isolating Switches, Residential

Isolating switches are available in 1, 2 and 3 pole models.

Features and benefits:

• Cable automatically guided to the correct position: terminals with guard.
• Insulated terminals – IP20.
• Manual control on front face by O-I lever.
• Green strip on toggle indicates full opening of the poles
• Ease of selection with optimised offer
• Ability to withstand harsher environment with Pollution degree 3
• Operating temperature up to 70 Deg C

Catalogue No. Description

MX9MS1100 1P, 100A
MX9MS2100 2P, 100A
MX9MS3100 3P, 100A

MX9MS1100 MX9MS2100

MX9MS3100

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MAX9

Connection
Type Rating Tightening torque Copper cables
Flexible or
Rigid
ferrule

Switch 100A 3.5 N.m 6 to 50mm² 6 to 35mm²

Weight
Isolator
Type
1P 85g
2P 170g
3P 255g

Technical Data
Main characteristics
Insulation voltage (Ui) 500V a.c.
Pollution degree 3
Power circuit
Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp) 6kV Dimensions (mm)
Operating category AC-22A 3P 54 75
Permissible rated short-time withstand current (Icw) 1500A / 1s 2P 36 64
Conditional rated short circuit current (Inc) 6kA with MAX9 MCB 44
1P 18 5.5
Rated short circuit closing current (Icm) 5kA
Additional characteristics
Device only IP20
Degree of protection Device in modular 95
IP40 45
enclosure 85

Mechanical 20,000 cycles

Endurance (O-C)
Electrical 10,000 cycles
Operation temperature -25°C to +70°C
Storage temperature -40°C to +85°C 71

Severity B (relative
Tropicalisation
humidity 95% at 55°C)

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switchboards and MAXBAR
 Plastic consumer switchboards and MAXBAR
MAX9

Plastic consumer switchboards

The requirements of electrical contractors have always been of prime importance to Clipsal. This is more than evident in
MAX9 range of plastic enclosures. Widest range of premium plastic enclosures are available in flush and surface-mounted
versions, 6 to 60 module wide options and different aesthetics to suit varying customer preferences. These enclosures offer
generous wiring room and are made of durable plastic material.

Catalog number format and legend

MX9 FN B CD E
Range name Function Number of rows Number of 18 mm Mounting method
MX9 – MAX9 E1 – Enclosure type 1 1 modules per row
E2 – Enclosure type 2 2 S – Surface mount enclosure
E3 – Enclosure type 3 3 F – Flush mount enclosure
EW – Enclosure weatherproof 4

Example:
Description Commercial reference
MAX9 Enclosure type 2 with 2 rows and 15 modules per row surface mount MX9E2215S

Enclosure characteristics

Type of Enclosure Type 1 Type 2 Type 3 Weatherproof

No of Modules 06 – 36 ways 15 – 60 ways 36 – 54 ways 24 – 36 ways
Mounting type Surface and Flush Surface and Flush Surface and Flush Surface
Color RAL 9003 ( White ) RAL 9003 ( White ) RAL 9003 ( White ) R AL 9003 ( White )
IP IP 30 IP 40 IP 40 IP 56
Material Plastic Plastic Plastic Plastic
Metal for Flush back box Metal Spacer for Flush
back box
Door Single Door Double doors Single Door Single Door
Accessories Pole filler Pole filler Pole filler Pole filler
Green Circuit Labels Green Circuit Labels Green Circuit Labels Green Circuit Labels

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MAX9 Type 1 Enclosure

Features and benefits:

• Peace of mind with Type tested system as per AS/NZS 61439-3
• Extra wiring space with 135 mm Space between the DIN rails and sufficient space under the DIN rail
• Flush enclosure with Metal Back box helps to provide mechanical protection to cables
• Flexibility in installation:
• Position of Door on left or right for multirow row enclosures brings adaptability in tight corners
• Reversible back box for multirow enclosures allows flexibility to choose the position on Earth/Neutral bar to your style
• Multiple cable entry/exit knock-outs
• Removable DIN rail Brings to help organise the cables in position before mounting the devices
• Ample Earth and Neutral terminals to suit your typical configurations and comply to MEN type system

Surface Mount Enclosures

No of Total No of
Catalogue No. Description
Rows Modules
MX9E1106S 1 row, 6 ways, Surface mounted 1 6
MX9E1111S 1 row, 11 ways, Surface mounted 1 11
MX9E1117S 1 row, 17 ways, Surface mounted 1 17
MX9E1212S 2 rows, 24 ways, Surface mounted 2 24
MX9E1312S 3 rows, 36 ways, Surface mounted 3 36

MX9E1117S MX9E1212S

Flush Mount Enclosures

No of Total No of
Catalogue No. Description
Rows Modules
MX9E1111F 1 row, 11 ways, Flush mounted 1 11
MX9E1117F 1 row, 17 ways, Flush mounted 1 17

MX9E1117F

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Technical Data
Main characteristics Type 1
Rated Current 100A
Rated voltage 240/ 440 V
Rated Insulation voltage 500 V
IP Rating - Door Closed IP3X
IK Rating IK07
Color RAL9003 White
Space between DIN rails 135mm
Isolation Class 2
1 strip (8 modules) for 1,2 row
Pole filler supplied
2 strips (16 modules) for 3 row
1 sheet for 1row
Green label supplied
2 sheets for 3 row
Compliance to Distribution boards standard AS NZS 61439-3
Supports the Compliance to Wiring regulations AS NZS 3000

Surface Mount Enclosures

No, of tunnels x Max cable size Knockout dim. and location
Encl. Encl. Encl.
Catalogue Height Width Depth Earth Bar Neutral Bar Back
No. (H) (W) (D) Triple KO
Single KO
mm mm mm 16 mm2 35 mm2 16 mm2 35 mm2 Ø 40mm x Ø 32mm
Ø 118 x 51mm
x Ø 25mm

MX9E1106S 210 142 101 - 3 1 7 1 -

MX9E1111S 210 231 113 11 1 10 2 2 2
MX9E1117S 210 341 113 11 1 17 3 2 2

W D

No, of tunnels x Max cable size Knockout dim. and location

Encl. Encl. Encl. Earth Bar Neutral Bar Back Top/Bottom
Catalogue Height Width Depth
No. (H) (W) (D) Double KO Triple KO
Ø 40mm x Single KO Ø 40mm x Single KO Single KO
mm mm mm 16 mm2 35 mm2 16 mm2 35 mm2 Ø 32mm x Ø 40mm Ø 32mm x Ø 32mm Ø 25mm
Ø 25mm Ø 25mm

MX9E1212S 424 345 106 24 1 25 2 8 8 8 8 8

MX9E1312S 560 345 106 39 2 25 2 12 - - - -

W D

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Flush Mount Enclosures

No, of tunnels x Max
Knockout dim. and location
cable size
Encl. Encl. Encl. Back Back Back Neutral Left/
Earth Bar Back Top/Bottom
Catalogue Height Width Depth Box Box Box Bar Right
No. (H) (W) (D) Height Width Depth
Single Single Single Single Single
mm mm mm (a) (c) (b) Single
16 35 16 35 KO KO KO KO KO
KO
mm2 mm2 mm2 mm2 Ø Ø Ø Ø Ø
Ø 20
40mm 40mm 32mm 25mm 20mm
MX9E1111F 280 310 96 240 270 76 11 1 10 2 2 2 2 - 6 6
MX9E1117F 280 418 96 240 378 76 11 1 17 3 4 2 6 1 8 8

D
C b

a H

Note: MX9XT3 can be used as extra neutrals lugs for outgoing ways where required

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MAX9 type 2 enclosure

Features and benefits:

• Peace of mind with type tested system as per AS/NZS 61439-3.
• Extra wiring space with 135 mm space between the DIN rails and more space on the sides of DIN rail to run your cables
• Metal back plate option for flush mount enclosures helps to provide mechanical protection to cables
• Flexibility in installation:
• Reversible back box for multirow enclosures allows flexibility to choose the position on Earth/Neutral bar to your style.
• Multiple cable entry/exit knock-outs
• Wide range of offer with up to 60 modules to choose from brings flexibility
• Ample Earth and Neutral terminals to suit your typical configurations and comply to MEN type system.

Surface Mount Enclosures

Catalogue No. Description No of No of
Rows Modules
MX9E2115S 1 row, 15 ways, Surface mounted 1 15
MX9E2215S 2 rows, 30 ways, Surface mounted 2 30
MX9E2315S 3 rows, 45 ways, Surface mounted 3 45
MX9E2415S 4 rows, 60 ways, Surface mounted 4 60

MX9E2215S

Flush Mount Enclosures

Catalogue No. Description No of No of
Rows Modules
MX9E2115F 1 row, 15 ways, Flush mounted 1 15
MX9E2215F 2 rows, 30 ways, Flush mounted 2 30
MX9E2315F 3 rows, 45 ways, Flush mounted 3 45
MX9E2415F 4 rows, 60 ways, Flush mounted 4 60

MX9E2215F

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Technical Data
Main characteristics Type 2
Rated Current 100A
Rated voltage 240/ 440 V
Rated Insulation voltage 500 V
IP Rating - Door Closed IP4X
IK Rating IK07
Color RAL9003 White
Space between DIN rails 135mm
Isolation Class 2
1 strip (8 modules) for 1 row
Pole filler supplied 2 strips (16 modules) for 2,3 row
3 strips (24 modules) for 4 row
1 sheet for 1row
Green label supplied
2 sheet for 2,3,4 row
Compliance to Distribution boards standard AS NZS 61439-3
Supports the Compliance to Wiring regulations AS NZS 3000

Surface Mount Enclosures

No, of tunnels x Max cable size Knockout dim. and location
Encl. Encl. Encl. Earth Bar Neutral Bar Back Top Bottom
Height Width Depth
Catalogue No. Triple KO Double Triple KO Triple KO
(H) (W) (D)
16 35 16 35 Ø32mm x KO Ø32mm x Ø32mm x
mm mm mm
mm2 mm2 mm2 mm2 Ø25mm x Ø25mm x Ø25mm x Ø25mm x
Ø20mm Ø20mm Ø20mm Ø20mm
MX9E2115S 258 376 120 12 2 12 1 - - 5 4
MX9E2215S 392 376 120 29 4 24 2 5 3 5 4
MX9E2315S 666 376 120 41 7 35 4 8 - 4 4
MX9E2415S 800 376 120 58 8 39 2 8 - 4 4

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Flush Mount Enclosures

No, of tunnels x Max cable size Knockout dim. and location
Encl. Encl. Encl. Back Back Back Left/
Catalogue Height Width Depth Box Box Box Earth Bar Neutral Bar Top Bottom
Right
No. (H) (W) (D) Height Width Depth
mm mm mm (c) (a) (b) Single KO Single KO
16 35 16 35 Single KO
Ø 30mm x Ø 30mm
mm2 mm2 mm2 mm2 Ø 25mm
25mm x25mm

MX9E1111F 258 376 104 222 334 67 12 2 12 1 - 10 10

MX9E1117F 392 376 104 356 334 67 29 4 24 2 - 10 10
MX9E1111F 666 376 104 631 334 65 41 7 35 4 4 10 10
MX9E1117F 800 376 104 765 334 65 58 8 39 2 6 10 10

D
b

C H

Note: MX9XT3 can be used as extra neutrals lugs for outgoing ways where required

Metal Back Plate for Type 2 Flush Mount Enclosures

To suit the wiring regulation AS/NZS 3000 with WSX3 protection (Section H 5.4)

Catalogue No. Description Suits to Enclosure

Catalogue no
E2115FBP Metal Back plate 1 row Type 2 enclosure MX9E2115F
E2215FBP Metal Back plate 2 row Type 2 enclosure MX9E2215F
E2315FBP Metal Back plate 3 row Type 2 enclosure MX9E2315F
E2415FBP Metal Back plate 4 row Type 2 enclosure MX9E2415F

E2215FBP
B C
Catalogue Height Width Thickness
(A) (B) (C)
No. mm mm mm
E2115FBP 290 330 2
A
E2215FBP 400 330 2
E2315FBP 650 330 2
E2415FBP 760 330 2

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MAX9 Type 3 Enclosure

Features and benefits:

• Peace of mind with Type tested system as per AS/NZS 61439-3.
• Ease of installation with MAX wiring space with 150 mm space between the
DIN rails & sufficient space under the DIN rail
• Screwless Earth and Neutral Terminals for outgoing loads increases the
speed of installation
• Flexibility in installation:
• Position of Door on left or right for multirow row enclosures brings
adaptability in tight corners
• Position of Earth/Neutral bar can be interchanged to top or bottom MX9E3218S
to allow flexibility
• Multiple cable entry/exit knock-outs
• Removable DIN rail assembly brings in the adaptability to organize the cables
in position before mounting the devices

Surface Mount Enclosures

Catalogue No. Description No of No of
Rows Modules
MX9E3218S 2 rows, 36 ways, Surface mounted 2 36
MX9E3318S 3 rows, 54 ways, Surface mounted 3 54

MX9E3218S

Flush Mount Enclosures

Catalogue No. Description No of No of
Rows Modules
MX9E3218F 2 rows, 36 ways, Flush mounted 2 36
MX9E3318F 3 rows, 54 ways, Flush mounted 3 54

MX9E3218F
Technical Data
Main characteristics Type 3
Rated current 100A
Rated voltage 240/ 440 V
Rated Insulation voltage 500 V
IP Rating - Door Closed IP4X
IK Rating IK09
Color RAL9003 White
Space between DIN rails 150mm
Isolation Class 2
Pole filler supplied 4 strips (20 modules)
Green label supplied 2 sheet
Compliance to Distribution boards standard AS NZS 61439-3
Supports the Compliance to Wiring regulations AS NZS 3000

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Surface Mount Enclosures

No, of tunnels x Max cable size Knockout dim. and location
Encl. Encl. Encl. Earth Bar Neutral Bar Back Top / Bottom
Height Width Depth
Catalogue No. Double KO Double KO
(H) (W) (D) Single KO Ø20mm Ø25mm x
50 25 6 50 25 6
mm mm mm Ø80mm x23mm 40mm
mm2 mm2 mm2 mm2 mm2 mm2 x40mm Ø32mm x Ø40mm
29mm x40mm

MX9E3218S 450 426 145 1 2 36 1 2 36 6 Flexible Flexible

MX9E3318S 600 426 145 1 2 60 1 2 60 8 Flexible Flexible

W D

Flush Mount Enclosures

No, of tunnels x Max cable size Knockout dim.
Encl. Encl. Encl. Back Back Back
Earth Bar Neutral Bar Back Top / Bottom Side
Catalogue Height Width Depth Box Box Box
No. (H) (W) (D) Height Width Depth Double Double
50 25 6 50 25 6 Single KO Ø20mm x Ø25mm x Single KO
mm mm mm (b) (a) (c) Ø80mm 23mm 40mm Ø40mm
mm2 mm2 mm2 mm2 mm2 mm2 x40mm Ø32mm Ø40mm x40mm
x29mm x40mm

MX9E3218F 510 486 128 480 456 72 1 2 36 1 2 36 12 4 8 3

MX9E3318F 660 486 128 630 456 72 1 2 60 1 2 60 12 4 8 4

D
C

b H

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Weatherproof surface mount enclosures

MAX9 range provides several weatherproof enclosures to help prevent ingress of dust and water. These enclosures are
ideal for damp areas such as laundries and kitchens. IP56 rated enclosures help to provide highest ingress protection and
are therefore even suitable for washdown areas.

Features and benefits:

• IP56 rated enclosures help to provide highest ingress protection and are
therefore suitable for wet areas
• Peace of mind with Type tested system as per AS/NZS 61439-3.
• Extra wiring space with 135 mm Space between the DIN rails and sufficient
space under the DIN rail.
• Flexibility in installation:
• Position of Door on left or right for multirow row enclosures brings adaptability
in tight corners
• Reversible back box for multirow enclosures allows flexibility to choose the
position on Earth/Neutral bar to your style. MX9EW212S
• Multiple cable entry/exit knock-outs
• Removable DIN rail Brings to help organise the cables in position before mounting the devices.
• Ample Earth & neutral terminals to suit your typical configurations and comply to MEN type system.

Surface Mount Enclosures

Catalogue No. Description No of No of
Rows Modules
MX9EW212S 2 rows, 24 ways, Surface mounted 2 24
MX9EW312S 3 rows, 36 ways, Surface mounted 3 36

MX9EW212S
Technical Data
Main characteristics Type 3
Rated current 100A
Rated voltage 240/ 440 V
Rated Insulation voltage 500 V
IP Rating - Door Closed IP56
IK Rating IK07
Color RAL9003 White
Space between DIN rails 135mm
Isolation Class 2
Pole filler supplied 2 strips (16 modules)
1 sheet for 2 row
Green label supplied
2 sheet for 3 row
Compliance to Distribution boards standard AS NZS 61439-3
Supports the Compliance to Wiring regulations AS NZS 3000

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No, of tunnels x Max cable size Knockout dim.

Encl. Encl. Encl. Earth Bar Neutral Bar Back Top / Bottom
Height Width Depth
Catalogue No. Triple Triple
(H) (W) (D)
16 35 16 35 KOØ40mm KOØ40mm
mm mm mm
mm2 mm2 mm2 mm2 x Ø32mm x x Ø32mm x
Ø25mm Ø25mm

MX9EW212S 426 345.5 109.5 24 1 25 2 8 8

MX9EW312S 560 345.5 109.5 39 2 25 2 12 -

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MAX PROFESSIONAL
No cables for feeding RCBOs

MAX SPEED
Up to 15 times faster installation speed
Compared to connecting with cables

MAX FLEXIBILITY
One busbar connects to main switch,
all type of Clipsal RCBOs and AFDD

MAX PERFORMANCE
100A rated system

MAXBAR is easy to order with all the accessories, like cable connector,
end caps, teeth covers, neutral terminal block, needed for a switchboard
installation coming in a kit package.

MAXBAR Kit definition

There are two type of MAXBAR kits
Neutral
MAXBAR with Neutral Terminal Block Kit Terminal Block
End caps
– MX9BxxxN
For installation in all single row
enclosure or row with main incomer M A X BA R
in case of multi-row enclosures.

Cable connector Teeth cover

MAXBAR without Neutral Terminal Block

End caps
Kit – MX9Bxxx
R
For installation in rows without M A X BA
main incomer in case of
multi-row enclosures.

Cable connectors Teeth cover

Catalog number format and legend

MX9 FN BC D
Range name Function Total Module Width Special Function (if needed)
MX9 – MAX9 B1 – Busbar for 1P+N 12
B3 – Busbar for 3P+N 15 N – Busbar with Neutral
21 terminal block

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Features and benefits:

• MAX Speed – Up to 15 times faster compared to traditional wiring method
• MAX Professionalism – No cables for feeding RCBOs
• MAX Performance – 100A rated
• MAX Ease – All in 1 pack: Busbar + Connector + Teeth cover + End Caps + Neutral terminal block (refs ending with N only)
• MAX Flexibility
• One busbar connects to main switch, all type of Clipsal RCBOs and AFDD
• Cuttable to have desired number of modules and insulate with End caps
• Teeth covers to insulate unused modules for future upgrades
• Available in varying lengths
• Compatible with Resi MAX SLIM Comb busbar accessories like connector and teeth cover

Technical Data
Main characteristics Type 3
Rated current 100A at 40°C
Rated voltage 240/ 440 V
Rated Insulation voltage 500 V
IP Rating IP2X with Tooth caps

MAXBAR with Neutral Terminal Block & Accessories – For Rows with Main Incomer
Catalogue Description Phase No of Neutral Cable Teeth End
No. Ways Terminal Connector Cover Caps
Block
MX9B112N 1P+N , 12 ways with Neutral Block & accessories 1 Phase 12 1 1 4 -
MX9B115N 1P+N , 15 ways with Neutral Block & accessories 1 Phase 15 1 1 5 -
MX9B121N 1P+N , 21 ways with Neutral Block & accessories 1 Phase 21 1 1 6 2
MX9B315N 3P+N , 15 ways with Neutral Block & accessories 3 Phase 15 1 1 5
MX9B321N 3P+N , 21 ways with Neutral Block & accessories 3 Phase 21 1 1 6 2

MAXBAR with Accessories – For Rows without Main Incomer

Catalogue Description Phase No of Neutral Cable Teeth End
No. Ways Terminal Connector Cover Caps
Block
MX9B112 1P+N , 12 ways with accessories 1 Phase 12 0 2 2 -
MX9B115 1P+N , 15 ways with accessories 1 Phase 15 0 2 3 -
MX9B315 3P+N , 15 ways with accessories 3 Phase 15 0 4 3 2

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Peace of mind with type tested system

MAX9 system has been designed to help ensure quality, reliability and peace of mind for your installation. It has been
internally type tested as per AS/NZS 61439-3 at accredited labs by Schneider Electric.

Summary of key tests

• Strength of materials: Resistance to corrosion, Resistance to abnormal heat and fire, Mechanical Impacts
• Clearance and Creepage: Insulation voltage
• Degree of protection in enclosures: Protection against dust and water,
• Protection against electric shock: Earthing continuity, Dielectric strength, Impulse voltage
• Temperature rise limits: Thermal Performance of the system

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Accessories
Clipsal MAX9 offers a full range of innovative accessories to complement the extensive circuit protection range.
This includes changeover switches, DIN mounted socket outlets, contactors, pole fillers,locking accessories and circuit
identification labels.

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Changeover Switches
Six single-pole and one double-pole changeover switches are available,
rated from 25 to 63 amperes.

Applications:
• Night, off, day switching of luminaries where daylight supplements
internal lighting.
• Auto, off, manual switching of machines.
• Auxiliary, off, mains switching of small stand-by generators.
Incoming and outgoing terminals are screw down type and accommodate
copper conductors up to 16mm².

1-Pole, 1-Module, 415V

Night, off, day changeover switch
Catalogue No.
4PS25CO 25A
4PS40CO 40A
4PS63CO 63A

1-Pole, 1-Module, 415V

Auto, off, manual changeover switch
Catalogue No.
4PS40COA 40A
4PS25CO
1-Pole, 1-Module, 415V
Auxiliary, off, manual changeover switch
Catalogue No. Dimensions (mm)
4PS40CAM 40A
4PS63CAM 63A

45 90

25 17.5
40
60

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Busbar for RCCB & MCB type installations

Main characteristics Comb busbar
Rated Current 100A
Rated voltage 240/ 440 V
Rated Insulation voltage 500 V

MX9B124P

Busbar with Accessories

Catalogue No. Description Phase No of Busbar
Ways End cap
MX9B157P Clipsal PIN Type COMB BUSBAR 1P 57 1 Phase 57 10
MX9B124P Clipsal PIN Type COMB BUSBAR 1P 24 1 Phase 24 2
MX9B256P Clipsal PIN Type COMB BUSBAR 2P 56 2 Phase 56 10
MX9B357P Clipsal PIN Type COMB BUSBAR 3P 57 3 Phase 57 10

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Socket Outlets
The 4SSO series DIN rail mounted socket outlet sockets are particularly useful when used in power supply applications
such as temporary power on building sites, additional outlets in switchboards or meter enclosures. This range is available
in both four and eight module wide units and features easy access to terminals for quick fit-off.
The 4SSO series also features extra strong mounting brackets for extra strength in aggressive temporary power
supply applications. This coupled with the use of the Clipsal 15 Series Mechanism, means that you can expect years
of dependable service from these sockets.

Switched Socket Outlets

Catalogue No. Description
4SSO15D 250V 10A 3 pin socket double-pole, 4 modules
4SSO15D15 250V 15A 3 pin socket double-pole, 4 modules
4SSO25D 250V 10A 3 pin twin socket double-pole, 8 modules

4SSO15

4SSO25D

Socket Outlets
Catalogue No. Description
4PSO10 250V 10A 3 pin socket outlet, 2.5 modules
4PSO10D 250V 10A 3 pin socket double-pole, 2.5 modules
250V 10A 3 pin socket outlet double-pole with round
4PSO10DL
Earth socket, 2.5 modules
4PSO15D 250V 15A 3 pin socket double-pole, 2.5 modules
250V 20A 3 pin socket outlet double-pole, 2.5
4PSO20D
modules
Enclosure only accepts any 30 Series switch
4PS31
mechanisms, 2.5 modules

4PSO10

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Contactors
Complementing the MAX9 is a range of contactors.
They are rated from 25A 1 and 2 module, through to 63A 4 pole 54mm devices.
The 1 and 2 pole devices are ideal for hot water service control.

1 and 2-Pole, 1-Module, 240V

Catalogue No. AC7a AC6b Ue Uc Contact Contact Consumption
N/O N/C Holding
MX9C112510 25 8.5 A 240 240 1 - 2.7VA
MX9C112520 25 8.5 A 240 240 2 - 2.7VA
MX9C112511 25 8.5 A 240 240 1 1 2.7VA
MX9C212510 25 8.5 A 240 24 1 - 3.8VA
MX9C212520 25 8.5 A 240 24 2 - 3.8VA

MX9Cx12510 MX9Cx12520 MX9C112511

4-Pole, 2 Modules, 415V

Catalogue No. AC7a AC6b Ue Uc Contact Contact Consumption
N/O N/C Holding
MX9C122540 25 8.5 A 415 240 4 - 4.6VA
MX9C122522 25 8.5 A 415 240 2 2 4.6VA

MX9C122540 MX9C122522

4-Pole, 3 Modules, 415V

Catalogue No. AC7a AC6b Ue Uc Contact Contact Consumption
N/O N/C Holding
MX9C136340 63 20 A 415 240 4 - 6.5VA

Refer to “Technical Information” for more load characteristics.

MX9C136340

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Connection Dimensions (mm)

25 A
62
18
44
5.5
C

25A 0.5 - 6 mm2 0.5 - 4 mm2 4

Control 10 mm 0.8 N.m
63A 2 x (0.5 - 2.5) mm2 2 x (0.5 - 2.5) mm2 1 85 45

81

1.5 - 6 mm2 1.5 - 4 mm2 4

25A 10 mm 0.8 N.m
2 x (1.5 - 2.5) mm2 2 x (1.5 - 2.5) mm2 1
Power
6 - 25 mm2 6 - 16 mm2 6
63A 14 mm 3.5 N.m
2 x (6 - 10) mm2 2 x (6 - 10) mm2 2

Technical Data Dimensions (mm)

63 A
Main characteristics
1P, 2P 240V a.c.
Voltage rating (Ue) 63

4P 415V a.c. 54
44
5.5
Frequency 50Hz
Endurance (O-C)
Electrical 100,000 cycles 89

Maximum number of switching operations a day 100 85 45

Additional characteristics
Insulation voltage (Ui) 500V a.c.
Pollution degree 2
2.5kV
Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp)
(4kV for 24V a.c.)
Device only IP20
Degree of protection
(IEC 60529) Device in modular
IP40
enclosure
-25°C to +70°C
(Derating table and
Operating temperature
extra spacer refer to
technical information)
Storage temperature -40°C to 70°C
Severity B (relative
Tropicalisation (IEC 60068-1)
humidity 95% at 55°C)
ELSV compliance (extra low safety voltage) for 12/24/48V a.c. versions
The product conforms to the SELV (safety extra low voltage) requirements
If multiple iCTs side by side: install spacer and apply 0.8 coefficient on upper
current values.

Spacer cat. no. A9A27062

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Mains Rated Filters

Mains rated filters help to provide additional overvoltage protection to sensitive
electronic equipment such as computers, home theatre, microwaves and televisions.
The 970MF10 and 970F20 work in conjunction with the Surge Protection Devices
by providing additional filtering to slow down the rate of rise of a voltage spike.
Whereas the Surge Protection Devices typically clamp the voltage spike to values
less than 1kV, the rate of rise of the voltage spike remains unchanged.
The additional filtering provided by the Mains Rated Filters considerably slows
down the rate of rise to further protect electronic equipment.

2-Module, 250V
Catalogue No. Description
970MF10 Mains rated filter, 10A

970MF10

4-Module, 250V
Catalogue No. Description
970MF20 Mains rated filter, 20A

970MF20

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Connection
Rating Tightening torque Copper cables
Rigid/semi rigid Flexible or ferrule

10 to 20 2 Nm 1.5 to 2.5mm² 1.5 to 2.5mm²

Technical Data (With 970 Surge Arrester)

Main characteristics 970MF10 970MF20
Maximum continuous operating voltage (Uc) 275Vrms
Load current ILoad 10A 20A
Operating temperature 0-55°C
Conductor size 1.5 – 6mm²
Mounting 30mm DIN rail
Let through at 3kA, 8/20µS <800V <720V
Rate of voltage rise at 20kA, 8/20µS <100V/µS <50V/µS
Let through at 3kA, 8/20µS <820V <720V
Rate of voltage rise at 20kA, 8/20µS <120V/µS <100/µS
Frequency bandwidth <20kHz
Test performance – typical
Let through voltage
6kV3kA, 8/20µS 811V 711V 700V
6kV20kA, 8/20µS 1109V 797V 750V
Rate of rise (dV/dt)
6kV3kA, 8/20µS 6919V/µS 83.4V/µS 36.1V/µS
6kV20kA, 8/20µS 5378V/µS 106.9V/µS 49.8V/µS
Current pulse applied L to N

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Locking devices
Locking device
Catalogue No. Description
Locking device for MAX9 circuit breakers, isolating
4LD switches and RCDs (lockable in ON and OFF
position). Suits padlocks with shafts up to 6mm.
Locking device for MAX9 devices except RCBO
A9A26970 SLIM, lockable in ON or OFF position, with padlock
diameter up to 6mm.
Locking device for MAX9 RCBO SLIM, lockable in
26970 ON or OFF position, with padlock diameter A9A26970 4LD
up to 8mm.

*Locking in ON position does not prevent tripping of the breaker in the event of faults

MAX9 Enclosure Accessories

26970
Pole Filler Blanks
Catalogue No. Description
Enclosure Pole Filler 6x1 modules wide,
MX9EF8
4x1/2 modules wide.

MX9EF8

RCD Neutral Terminal

Catalogue No. Description
3x16mm Neutral link to suit terminating
MX9XT3
RCD Neutrals.

MX9XT3

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Circuit Identification Labels

Catalogue No. Description
MX9ELG Green labels for RCD protected circuits
MX9ELR Red labels for non-RCD protected circuits

MX9ELG

Neutral Terminal Block

Catalogue No. Description
MXTB1100 100A Neutral terminal block

MXTB1100

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Causes of Tripping

Tripping causes fall into three broad categories:

• Installation causes.
• Appliance causes.
• External causes.

Installation Causes:
1. Low impedance between Neutral and Earth
This is the most common cause of tripping and can be broken down into the
following varieties:
• Second MEN point Neutral and Earth physically bonded together in a
backyard shed or other secondary site.
• Earth and Neutral wires are exchanged at the terminals of a GPO.
• Neutral to Earth short – by penetration of cable e.g. a nail driven through a
Neutral connecting to Earth or through contact with foil insulation.
• Lowered impedance due to contamination of air gaps. e.g. bridging of air
insulation gaps by insects, water or other contaminants, typically found in
exposed terminals of junction boxes, batten holders, etc. This may also be
seen as an Active to Earth fault.
• Neutral to Earth low impedance with Neutral voltage present. This fault, while
being under the category of Neutral to Earth low impedance, is peculiar
because the voltage present on the Neutral is likely to cause the RCD to trip,
even with the load disconnected. Note: If no Neutral potential was present,
nuisance tripping would not occur until the load current is drawn.
2. Cable Insulation Deterioration
This most commonly occurs in older insulation where VIR and TRS cables can
exhibit residual current in excess of 20mA.
3. Crossed Neutrals
These occur where a Neutral from an unprotected circuit is used as the load
‘return’ from an Active, which is protected by an RCD or vise versa.
4. Incorrect wiring of the RCDs
This occurs when the RCD Neutral connections are taken from the wrong side,
e.g. the Neutral is coming from the line side rather than the load side, yet the
Active still comes through the correct load side.

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Appliance causes Neutral to Earth fault causes trip

By far the most common cause of an appliance induced residual current occurs Active
where the appliance has a reduced impedance value between Active and Earth
Neutral
or Neutral and Earth, often due to moisture.
Metal sheathed heating elements absorb moisture which can result in
substantially reduced impedances and residual currents flowing when they are
first energised.
Some typical appliances which develop these problems are refrigerator defrost
M.E.N. Point
elements, evaporative elements, stove elements, hot water services and washing
machine heating elements.
Active
Another possible cause is ‘tracking’, which can be caused by food particle
Neutral
contaminants in toasters and mini ovens, an accumulation of lint in irons and
washing machines, and carbon or graphite dust or filings in power tools.
Neutral to Earth fault

Accumulation of residual currents.

All appliances can have some minor leakage level. If a number of appliances are
Earth
covered by one RCD the accumulative effect can cause the RCD to trip.

Special impedances
This can result from Earth and Neutral being bounced by capacitors, inductors Exchanged (crossed) neutrals
or resistors in computer equipment or communications equipment, causing a
Active
residual current. Switch 1 Switch 2
Neutral
External causes
Load 1 Load 2
A lightning strike causing insulation breakdown and mains current to flow is the Clamp test
test point
most likely cause of tripping from an external source.

Residual
current
device

Neutral Active

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Spark-e-mate
The Clipsal Spark-e-mate performs comprehensive electrical wiring tests relevant
to Australian and New Zealand Standards from socket outlets, to the switchboard.
Why waste your precious time finding the correct instrument to test installations?
The Clipsal Spark-e-mate has you tested and covered. One instrument does it all.
Testing with Spark-e-mate is easy. Simply plug into outlet or Active, Neutral and
Earth. Select a function. Then record and report the results.

Features and benefits:

Clipsal’s Spark-e-mate can test for:
• Earth continuity.
• Insulation resistance.
• Polarity.
493
• Correct circuit connections.
• Earth fault loop impedance (without tripping RCDs).
• Residual current device (earth leakage detector or safety switch).
• Extension leads and power accessories.
• Supply voltage.
• Mains frequency.

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Main characteristics 493
Enclosure Hammond 1599HBK, ABS fire retardant rating UL94HB, IP-54 rated
Dimensions (H x W x D) 220mm x 110mm x 45mm.
Label EBG180 autoflex textured satin polycarbonate, automotive grade
Holster Santoprene thermoplastic vulcanizate rubber, PANTONE 115U (Yellow)
Operating Temperature Range -10 to 50°C ambient
Storage Temperature Range -20 to 70°C ambient
Humidity, Storage and Operating To 98% non-condensing
Mean Time Between Failure > 20 years.
PIC 18LF8722, 128K bytes internal program flash memory, 4K bytes RAM, 1K bytes
Control Logic
EEPROM
Indicators Graphical liquid crystal display 122 (H) x 64 (V) pixels
Connector IEC mains socket
Power Lead CAT# PS-4106 power cord mains plug to IEC320-C13. Other plugs to order.
Testing Criteria AS/NZS 3000:2007, section 8 – verification
Earth impedance in powered mode derived from mains power. In unpowered mode from
Earth Continuity Test
an internal battery. Range 0. to 15Ω. Display accuracy ±0.1Ω ±2%
Active to Earth insulation resistance derived from an internally generated 250V d.c. or
500V d.c. -10%/+20% applied across a 1MΩ load.
Insulation Resistance Test At 250V nominal range 20kΩ to 10MΩ and at 500V nominal 250kΩ to 20MΩ.
Accuracy ±2% at 1MΩ decreasing to ±5% at extremes of range.
Voltage accuracy ± 1V ± 2%
Polarity Polarity Correct, A&N reversed, A&E reversed, no Neutral, no Earth
Circuit checks OK, Earth hazard – load or short between Earth and live conductor, detect
Correct Circuit Connections
threshold of ≥70V a.c. potential on Earth with respect to surroundings detection method.
Current applied between Active and Earth from mains when available or internal
Earth Fault Loop Test battery when unpowered. (RCD should nottrip*1). Range 0 to 20Ω.
Display accuracy ±0.1Ω ±2%
5, 10, 15, 30 and 150mA nominal between Active and Earth. Range 2 to 300ms trip time
RCD Test
Display accuracy ±2ms
Mains Supply Indicator RMS meter readout accuracy ±1V ±2%, 1Hz display resolution
Battery Condition Indicator Battery symbol on the LCD, vertical bars indicate state
Field Programming Bluetooth to RS232C optional, authorised partners only
Factory Programming Via host computer (RS232C)
Nominal Power Requirement 230V a.c. ± 10.9%, 50Hz ± 12Hz (other voltages to order)
Abs. Minimum Power input 150V a.c.
Abs. Maximum Power input 300V a.c.
Power Consumption 0mA off, 30mA nominal, up to 150mA depending on test
Internal Batteries 6 x AA alkaline
Auto Turn-off Backlight after 30 seconds, shutdown after 60 seconds
Unpacked Weight 610gms
Warranty Two years
Quality Assurance Certification ISO9001
RoHS Compliant
Electrical Safety Compliance (non- AS/NZS3300, AS/NZS3017, AS/NZS3260 (AS/NZS60950), AS/NZS3100, AS/NZS3350.1,
prescribed) AS/NZS61010.1 category III
ACMA Compliance Design 2000 Pty Ltd ACMA supplier’s code N468
EMC Compliance AS/NZS CISPR 22
Human Rights Australia Privacy commissioner assent 89/328

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Technical Information
To assist you with circuit protection selection and identification Clipsal provide an extensive range of wiring options and
technical tables. And to help find critical information, these tables are referenced in individual sub-sections.
These sub-sections include:
• On-site fault finding guide.
• Circuit protection trip unit variations.
• Circuit breaker limitation capacity.
• Tripping curves.
• Derating tables.
• Circuit supplementary protectors.
• Lighting, heating and small motor application categories.
• Circuit breaker selection.
• Fuse back-up protection.
• Power formulas and common conversion factors.

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Electrcians On-Site Fault Finding Guide

When you arrive at a customer’s house, talk to them and find out what
they were doing when the RCD tripped.

RCD trips. Unlplug all

appliances.

Reset RCD. Reset RCD.

RCD holds in? RCD holds in?

NO
NO

YES YES

Press test function Bridge and clamp

to check operation. test (RCD in off
position). See notes
1 and 2.
Connect known
safe appliance.
Trip may have been
caused by a fault in
an appliance or by NO
momentary electrical Is reading equal
to 100% of load Is reading approx equal
disturbances in power NO
current? to 50% of load current?
supply network.

YES YES

Neutral and Earth swapped Neutral and Earth fault nail

and connections or Neutral through cable or bridged
returning via alternate circuit. terminals.

Clear fault for a Clear fault for a

reading below reading below
5mA. 5mA.

Remove bridge. Remove bridge.

Reset RCD. Reset RCD.

Press test function Press test function

to check operation. to check operation.

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NOTE 1: Bridging of combination RCDs with over current protection, negates

that function and may result in fusing the main fuse with faulty wiring. Note that
in these instances, fault currents could be significantly higher and suitable
precautions should be taken.
NOTE 2: Under no circumstances should the press to test function be utilised
while an RCD is bridged.
NOTE 3: Insulation breakdown could be alternatively identified by the Clipsal
491 Insulation Tester.

Remember to test regularly

RCDs should be tested monthly by operating their inbuilt test button. You should
remind the customer of this.

Bridge and clamp

test (RCD in off
position). See notes
1 and 2.
Connect each Faulty RCD most Are all readings
appliance one at a likley replace RCD. below 5mA?
time in turn. NO

Are all readings Faulty appliance likley. Test YES

below 5mA? each appliance, e.g. using
NO 489D and appliance tester.
Use unprotected circuit or
YES bridged RCD. Remove or Is more than one circuit
repair faulty appliance. YES protected by RCD?
NO
Unlplug all Clamp test each
applications. protected circuit
in turn.
Check for insulation
breakdown or
Are all readings Is any reading contamination in circuit
above 5mA? above 5mA? connections. See note 3.
YES YES
Clear fault for a
reading below
NO NO
5mA.

Remove bridge. Remove bridge.

If none of the individual
circuits or appliances have
leakage in excess of 5mA,
Reset RCD. circuits or appliances should Reset RCD.
be seperated and protected
by more than one RCD.

Press test function Press test function

to check operation. to check operation.

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Circuit Protection Trip Unit Variations

A choice of several curves. Whatever circuit has to be protected, a circuit
breaker provides the perfect solution with a suitable curve.

B-Curve tripping
3 to 5 times the rated current (ln); protection of generators, persons,
very long cables.

C-Curve tripping
5 to 10 In; protection of circuits, general applications.

D-Curve tripping
10 to 14 In; protection of high surge circuits, welders,
transformers, motors.

MA-Curve (magnetic only) tripping

12 In; protection of motor starters (+ thermal protection when
combined with contactor).

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Circuit Breaker Limitation Capability

The limitation capability of a circuit breaker is that characteristic whereby only
a current less than the prospective fault current is allowed to flow under short
circuit conditions.

This is illustrated by limitation curves which give:

• the limited peak current in relation to the RMS value of the prospective short
circuit current (the short circuit current being that current, which would flow
continuously in the absence of protection equipment).
• the limited current stress in relation to the RMS value of the prospective
shortcircuit current.
• current limiting capability.

The advanced design of the MAX9 range provides current limitation with far better
protection than conventional circuit breakers. For example, on a 6A rating with a
prospective short circuit of 5000A, the current will be limited at 350A or 7%.

Installation of current limiting circuit breakers offers several advantages:

• Better network protection
Current limiting circuit breakers considerably reduce the undesirable effects
of short circuit currents in an installation.
• Reduced thermal effects
Cable heating is reduced, hence longer cable life.
• Reduced mechanical effects
Electrodynamic forces reduced, thus electrical contacts are less likely to be
deformed or broken.
• Reduced electromagnetic effects
Measuring equipment situated near an electrical circuit less affected.

Isc

Prospective Isc peak

Prospective Isc

Limited Isc peak

Limited Isc

Prospective current and actual limited current t

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Tripping Curves
The operating range of the magnetic release is as follows:
• For B-curve: between 3 In and 5 In
• For C-curve: between 5 In and 10 In
• For D-curve: between10 In and14 In.
The curves show the cold thermal tripping limits when poles are charged and the
electromagnetic tripping limits with 2 charged poles.

Curves
MCB RCBO
According to AS/NZS 60898 According to AS/NZS 60898
Curve C (reference temperature 30°C)
Curves B, C, D

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Thermal Derating Tables

MCB18 Derating Table (according to AS/NZS 60898.1)
MAX9
MCB Ambient temperature (°C)
Rating -25°C -20°C -15°C -10°C -5°C 0°C 5°C 10°C 15°C 20°C 25°C 30°C 35°C 40°C 45°C 50°C 55°C 60°C 65°C 70°C
2A 2.45 2.41 2.37 2.34 2.3 2.26 2.22 2.17 2.13 2.09 2.04 2 1.95 1.91 1.86 1.81 1.76 1.71 1.65 1.59
4A 4.92 4.84 4.77 4.69 4.61 4.53 4.44 4.36 4.27 4.18 4.09 4 3.91 3.81 3.71 3.61 3.5 3.39 3.28 3.17
6A 7.44 7.32 7.2 7.07 6.95 6.82 6.69 6.56 6.42 6.29 6.14 6 5.85 5.7 5.54 5.38 5.22 5.04 4.87 4.68
10 A 11.9 11.8 11.6 11.4 11.3 11.1 10.9 10.8 10.6 10.4 10.2 10 9.8 9.6 9.4 9.2 9 8.8 8.5 8.3
16 A 19 18.7 18.5 18.2 18 17.7 17.4 17.1 16.9 16.6 16.3 16 15.7 15.4 15.1 14.8 14.5 14.1 13.8 13.4
20 A 23.5 23.2 22.9 22.6 22.3 22 21.7 21.4 21 20.7 20.4 20 19.7 19.3 18.9 18.6 18.2 17.8 17.4 17
25 A 29.1 28.8 28.4 28 27.7 27.3 26.9 26.6 26.2 25.8 25.4 25 24.6 24.2 23.8 23.3 22.9 22.5 22 21.5
32 A 37.9 37.4 36.9 36.4 35.9 35.3 34.8 34.3 33.7 33.2 32.6 32 31.4 30.8 30.2 29.6 28.9 28.3 27.6 26.9
40 A 47.4 46.7 46.1 45.5 44.8 44.2 43.5 42.8 42.1 41.4 40.7 40 39.3 38.5 37.7 37 36.2 35.3 34.5 33.6
50 A 59.9 59.1 58.2 57.4 56.5 55.6 54.7 53.8 52.9 52 51 50 49 48 46.9 45.9 44.8 43.6 42.5 41.3
63 A 76.4 75.3 74.1 73 71.8 70.6 69.4 68.2 66.9 65.6 64.3 63 61.6 60.3 58.8 57.4 55.9 54.3 52.8 51.1

RCBO 1P+N 1-Module Derating Table (according to AS/NZS 61009.1)

Ambient temperature (°C)
Rating -25°C -20°C -15°C -10°C -5°C 0°C 5°C 10°C 15°C 20°C 25°C 30°C 35°C 40°C 45°C 50°C 55°C 60°C 65°C 70°C
6A 7.92 7.76 7.60 7.44 7.28 7.11 6.94 6.76 6.58 6.39 6.20 6.00 5.79 5.58 5.36 5.13 4.89 4.63 4.36 4.06
10 A 12.08 11.91 11.73 11.55 11.37 11.18 11.00 10.80 10.61 10.41 10.21 10.00 9.79 9.57 9.35 9.13 8.89 8.66 8.41 8.16
16 A 19.15 18.89 18.62 18.35 18.07 17.79 17.50 17.21 16.92 16.62 16.31 16.00 15.68 15.36 15.03 14.69 14.34 13.98 13.62 13.24
20 A 24.00 23.67 23.33 22.98 22.63 22.27 21.91 21.54 21.17 20.79 20.40 20.00 19.60 19.18 18.76 18.33 17.89 17.43 16.97 16.49
25 A 30.00 29.58 29.16 28.73 28.29 27.84 27.39 26.93 26.46 25.98 25.50 25.00 24.49 23.98 23.45 22.91 22.36 21.79 21.21 20.61
32 A 37.69 37.21 36.72 36.23 35.73 35.22 34.70 34.18 33.15 33.11 32.56 32.00 31.43 30.85 30.26 29.66 29.05 28.42 27.42 27.12

RCBO 1P+N 2-Module Derating Table (according to AS/NZS 61009.1)

Ambient temperature (°C)
Rating -25°C -20°C -15°C -10°C -5°C 0°C 5°C 10°C 15°C 20°C 25°C 30°C 35°C 40°C 45°C 50°C 55°C 60°C 65°C 70°C
6A 7.7 7.6 7.4 7.3 7.2 7.0 6.8 6.7 6.5 6.4 6.2 6.0 5.9 5.8 5.6 5.5 5.4 5.2 5.1 4.9
10 A 12.0 11.8 11.6 11.5 11.3 11.1 10.9 10.8 10.6 10.4 10.2 10.0 9.8 9.6 9.4 9.2 9.0 8.8 8.5 8.2
16 A 19.6 19.3 19.0 18.7 18.4 18.1 17.7 17.4 17.1 16.7 16.4 16.0 15.6 15.3 14.9 14.5 14.1 13.6 13.2 12.7
20 A 23.8 23.5 23.2 22.8 22.5 22.2 21.8 21.5 21.1 20.7 20.4 20.0 19.6 19.2 18.8 18.4 18.0 17.6 17.1 16.7
25 A 29.5 29.2 28.8 28.4 28.0 27.6 27.2 26.7 26.3 25.9 25.4 25.0 24.5 24.1 23.6 23.1 22.6 22.1 21.6 21.1
32 A 39.4 38.7 38.1 37.5 36.9 36.2 35.5 34.9 34.2 33.5 32.7 32.0 28.7 28.0 27.3 26.6 25.8 25.0 24.2 23.3
40 A 50.2 49.3 48.5 47.6 46.7 45.8 44.9 44.0 43.0 42.0 41.0 40.0 35.0 34.1 33.1 32.0 31.0 29.8 28.7 27.5

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RCBO 3P+N 5-Module Derating Table (according to AS/NZS 61009.1)

Ambient temperature (°C)
Rating -25°C -20°C -15°C -10°C -5°C 0°C 5°C 10°C 15°C 20°C 25°C 30°C 35°C 40°C 45°C 50°C 55°C 60°C 65°C 70°C
10 A 12.1 12.0 11.8 11.6 11.4 11.2 11.0 10.8 10.6 10.4 10.2 10.0 9.8 9.6 9.3 9.1 8.9 8.6 8.4 8.1
16 A 19.1 18.8 18.6 18.3 18.0 17.8 17.5 17.2 16.9 16.6 16.3 16.0 15.7 15.4 15.0 14.7 14.4 14.0 13.7 13.3
20 A 23.8 23.5 23.1 22.8 22.5 22.1 21.8 21.5 21.1 20.7 20.4 20.0 19.6 19.2 18.8 18.4 18.0 17.6 17.2 16.7
25 A 29.2 28.8 28.4 28.1 27.7 27.3 27.0 26.6 26.2 25.8 25.4 25.0 24.6 24.2 23.7 23.3 22.9 22.4 22.0 21.5
32 A 38.0 37.5 37.0 36.4 35.9 35.4 34.8 34.3 33.7 33.2 32.6 32.0 31.4 30.8 30.2 29.5 28.9 28.2 27.5 26.8
40 A 47.9 47.2 46.6 45.9 45.2 44.5 43.8 43.0 42.3 41.6 40.8 40.0 39.2 38.4 37.6 36.7 35.8 34.9 34.0 33.1

AFDD Derating Table (according to AS/NZS 61009.1)

Ambient temperature (°C)
Rating -25°C -20°C -15°C -10°C -5°C 0°C 5°C 10°C 15°C 20°C 25°C 30°C 35°C 40°C 45°C 50°C 55°C 60°C 65°C 70°C
6A 7.7 7.6 7.4 7.3 7.2 7.0 6.8 6.7 6.5 6.4 6.2 6.0 5.9 5.8 5.6 5.5 5.4 5.2 5.1 4.9
10 A 12.0 11.8 11.6 11.5 11.3 11.1 10.9 10.8 10.6 10.4 10.2 10 9.8 9.6 9.4 9.2 9.0 8.8 8.5 8.2
16 A 19.6 19.3 19.0 18.7 18.4 18.1 17.7 17.4 17.1 16.7 16.4 16 15.6 15.3 14.9 14.5 14.1 13.6 13.2 12.7
20 A 23.8 23.5 23.2 22.8 22.5 22.2 21.8 21.5 21.1 20.7 20.4 20 19.6 19.2 18.8 18.4 18.0 17.6 17.1 16.7
25 A 29.5 29.2 28.8 28.4 28.0 27.6 27.2 26.7 26.3 25.9 25.4 25 24.5 24.1 23.6 23.1 22.6 22.1 21.6 21.1

RCCB Derating Table Contactor Derating Table

Ambient temperature (°C) Ambient temperature (°C)
Rating 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 Rating 30 40 50 60 70
40 A 40 37.5 35 32.5 30 27.5 25 25 A 25 25 23.7 20 18.7
63 A 63 58.5 55 51.3 47.5 44 40.5 63 A 63 63 59.8 50.4 47.2

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Lighting Application AC5a and AC5b Categories

• The following tables are relevant to all the contactors from the CT range, with or without manual control,
for 230V single-phase lighting circuits.
• They indicate the contactor rating to be chosen according to the number and type of lamps to be controlled.
As a guideline, maximum power is also given.
To obtain an equivalence on:
• Three-phase + Neutral circuits: multiply the number of lamps and the power indicated in the table by 3.
• Three-phase without Neutral circuits: multiply the number of lamps and the power indicated in the table by 1.7.

Choice table
Products iCT contactors
Maximum number of light fittings for
Type of lamp a single-phase circuit and maximum
power output per circuit
25 A 63 A
Basic incandescent lamps, LV halogen lamps, replacement mercury vapour lamps
(without ballast)
40 W 57 172
60 W 45 2300 W to 125 6900 W to
75 W 38 2850 W 100 7500 W
100 W 28 73
ELV 12 or 24 V halogen lamps
20 W 23 63
With 50 W 15 42
450 W to 1250 W to
ferromagnetic
75 W 12 900 W 35 2850 W
transformer
100 W 8 27
20 W 90 275
With electronic 50 W 39 1850 W to 114 5500 W to
transformer 75 W 28 2250 W 78 6000 W
100 W 22 60
Fluorescent tubes with starter and ferromagnetic ballast
15 W 30 100
18 W 30 100
20 W 30 100
36 W 28 90
1 tube without 450 W to 1500 W to
40 W 28 90
compensation (1)
1200 W 3850 W
58 W 17 56
65 W 17 56
80 W 15 48
115 W 10 32
15 W 5 μF 20 60
18 W 5 μF 20 60
20 W 5 μF 30 60
1 tube 36 W 5 μF 20 60
300 W to 900 W to
with parallel 40 W 5 μF 20 60
1200 W 3500 W
compensation (2) 58 W 7 μF 15 43
65 W 7 μF 15 43
80 W 7 μF 15 43
115 W 16 μF 7 20

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Products iCT contactors

Maximum number of light fittings for
Type of lamp a single-phase circuit and maximum
power output per circuit
25 A 63 A
Fluorescent tubes with starter and ferromagnetic ballast
2 x 18 W 46 123
4 x 18 W 24 68
2 or 4 tubes 2 x 36 W 24 68
1650 W to 4450 W to
with series 2 x 58 W 16 42
2400 W 5900 W
compensation 2 x 65 W 16 42
2 x 80 W 13 34
2 x 115 W 10 25
Fluorescent tubes with electronic ballast
18 W 46 123
36 W 24 68
58 W 24 2000 W to 68 6000 W to
1 or 2 tubes
2 x 18 W 16 2200 W 42 6600 W
2 x 36 W 16 42
2 x 58 W 13 34
Compact fluorescent lamps
5W 330
7W 222
With external 9W 194 1650 W to
Not tested
electronic ballast 11 W 163 2000 W
18 W 105
26 W 76
5W 230 710
With integral 7W 164 514
electronic ballast 9W 133 411
1150 W to 3550 W to
(replacement for
11 W 109 1300 W 340 3950 W
incandescent
lamps) 18 W 69 213
26 W 50 151
LED lamps
10 W 69 200
30 W 54 157
50 W 39 700 W to 114 2000 W to
With driver
75 W 25 1950 W 73 6200 W
150 W 12 37
200 W 9 31
Low-pressure sodium vapour lamps with ferromagnetic ballast with external ignitor
35 W 9 200
55 W 9 157
Without 320 W to 850 W to
90 W 6 114
compensation (1) 720 W 1800 W
135 W 4 73
180 W 4 37
35 W 20 μF 9 200
55 W 20 μF 9 157
With parallel 175 W to 550 W to
90 W 26 μF 6 114
compensation (2) 360 W 1100 W
135 W 40 μF 4 73
180 W 540μF 4 37

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Products iCT contactors

Maximum number of light fittings for
Type of lamp a single-phase circuit and maximum
power output per circuit
25 A 63 A
High-pressure sodium vapour lamps
Metal-iodide lamps
35 W 24 64
With ferromagnetic 70 W 12 32
ballast with external 150 W 7 850 W to 18 2250 W to
ignitor, without 250 W 4 1200 W 11 3200 W
compensation (1) 400 W 3 8
1000 W 1 3
35 W 6 μF 18 50
70 W 12 μF 9 25
With ferromagnetic 150 W 20 μF 6 15
ballast with external 650 W to 1750 W to
250 W 32 μF 4 10
ignitor and parallel 2000 W 6000 W
compensation (2) 400 W 45 μF 3 7
1000 W 60 μF 2 5
2000 W 85 μF 1 3
35 W 38 102
With electronic 1350 W to 3600 W to
70 W 29 76
ballast 2200 W 600 W
150 W 14 40

(1) Circuits with non-compensated ferromagnetic ballasts consume twice as much current for
a given lamp power output. This explains the small number of lamps in this configuration.
(2) The total capacitance of the power factor correction capacitors in parallel in a circuit
limits the number of lamps that can be controlled by a contactor. The total downstream
capacitance of a modular contactor of rating 16, 25, 40 or 63 A should not exceed 75, 100,
200 or 300 μF respectively. Allow for these limits to calculate the maximum acceptable
number of lamps if the capacitance values are different from those in the table.

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Heating Application AC7a and AC1 Categories

• The following table concerns all the contactors in the CT range, with or without manual control,
for 230V single-phase and 400V three-phase heating circuits.
• It indicates the contactor rating to be chosen according to the power to be controlled and the number
of operations a day.

Heating applications
230 V heating
Maximum power for a given rating
Type of heating application
iCT contactors
Number of operations / day 25 A 63 A
25 5.4 kW 14 kW
50 5.4 kW 14 kW
75 4.6 kW 12 kW
100 4 kW 9.5 kW
250 2.5 kW 6 kW
500 1.7 kW 4.5 kW
400V heating
25 16 kW 41 kW
50 16 kW 41 kW
75 14 kW 35 kW
100 11 kW 26 kW
250 5 kW 13 kW
500 3.5 kW 9 kW

Small Motor Application

• The following table concerns all the contactors in the CT range, with or without manual control, for 230V single-phase
and 400V three-phase circuits.
• It indicates the contactor rating to be chosen according to the power of the motor to be controlled.

Small motor applications

Asynchronous single-phase motor with capacitor
Maximum power for a given rating
Small motor application type
iCT contactors
Voltage 25 A 63 A
230 V 1.4 4
Asynchronous three-phase motor
400 V 4 15
Asynchronous three-phase motor
230 V 0.9 2.2

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Circuit Breaker Selection

For high efficiency motors (high inrush currents) please contact a Clipsal sales representative. See back cover for details.

For Star Delta, Auto

Transformer and Resistor/
For Direct On-Line Reactance
FLC a.c.-3 MCB FLC a.c.-3 MCB
AMPS kW C-Curve AMPS kW C-Curve
1.1 0.37 4 1.1 0.37 6
1.5 0.55 4 1.5 0.55 6
1.8 0.75 6 1.8 0.75 6
2.6 1.1 6 2.6 1.1 6
3.4 1.5 10 3.4 1.5 6
4 1.5 10 4 1.5 6
5 2.2 16 5 2.2 10
6-7 3 20 6-7 3 10
8 3.7 20 8 3.7 16
9 4-4.5 25 9 4-4.5 16
10 25 10 20
11 5.5 32 11 5.5 20
12 32 12 20
13 32 13 25
14 7.5 40 14 7.5 25
15 40 15 32
16-17 9-9.2 40 16-17 9-9.2 32
18-19 10 50 18-19 10 32
20-22 11 63 20-22 11 40
23-24 63 23-24 40
25-28 15 63 25-28 15 50
29-32 29-32 63
33-38 18.5 33-38 18.5 63
39-44 22 39-44 22
45-52 25 45-52 25
53-56 30 53-56 30
57-60 34 57-60 34
61-68 37 61-68 37
69-72
73-80 45
81-100 55

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