Allen-Bradley 1606-XLS960BUFFER User manual

Buffer Module - 24V, 40 A,

160 ms

Catalog Number 1606-XLS960BUFFER

Reference Manual Original Instructions

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Buffer Module - 24V, 40 A, 160 ms Reference Manual

Important User Information

Read this document and the documents listed in the additional resources section about installation, configuration, and

operation of this equipment before you install, configure, operate, or maintain this product. Users are required to familiarize

themselves with installation and wiring instructions in addition to requirements of all applicable codes, laws, and standards.

Activities including installation, adjustments, putting into service, use, assembly, disassembly, and maintenance are required to

be carried out by suitably trained personnel in accordance with applicable code of practice.

If this equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be

impaired.

In no event will Rockwell Automation, Inc. be responsible or liable for indirect or consequential damages resulting from the use

or application of this equipment.

The examples and diagrams in this manual are included solely for illustrative purposes. Because of the many variables and

requirements associated with any particular installation, Rockwell Automation, Inc. cannot assume responsibility or liability for

actual use based on the examples and diagrams.

No patent liability is assumed by Rockwell Automation, Inc. with respect to use of information, circuits, equipment, or software

described in this manual.

Reproduction of the contents of this manual, in whole or in part, without written permission of Rockwell Automation, Inc., is

prohibited.

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Labels may also be on or inside the equipment to provide specific precautions.

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Table of Contents

Terminology and Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Catalog Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Functional Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Working Principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Bridge Mains Faults without Interruption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Extend Hold-up Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Easily Add and Expand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Electrical Ratings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Select the Backup Threshold Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Fixed Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Variable Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Buffer Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Charging Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Operating Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Active Signal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Ready Signal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Inhibit Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Efficiency and Power Losses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Lifetime Expectancy and Mean Time Between Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Functional Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Terminals and Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Front Side and User Elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Electromagnetic Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Protection Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Safety Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Dielectric Strength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Physical Dimensions and Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Mounting Brackets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Wall Mounting Bracket 1606-XLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Side Mounting Bracket 1606-XLA-S76 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Additional Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

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Notes:

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Terminology and

Abbreviations

Product Overview The 1606-XLS960 buffer module is a supplementary device for regulated DC

24V power supplies, which can be used for various purposes:

• Deliver DC-power to bridge failures of the DC voltage supply system.

• Extend the hold-up time after loss of the AC power.

• Deliver extra short-term peak current above the current rating of the

power supply.

The buffer module uses service-free electrolytic capacitors for storing the

energy, which allows usage even at ambient temperatures up to +70 °C (158 °F).

The buffer module does not require any control wiring. It can be added in

parallel to the load circuit at any given point.

Buffer modules can be connected in parallel to increase the output ampacity or

the hold-up time.

Product features:

• Buffering with electrolytic capacitors instead of lead acid batteries

• Buffering of 24V loads

• Minimum hold-up time 0.16 seconds at 40 A, longer hold-up time at

lower loads

• Clear status indication by LED status indicator and signaling terminals

• Extra large screw terminals

Terminology Descriptions

Power supply mode

Describes a condition where the supply voltage is in the rated supply voltage range and the

supplying power supply can deliver enough current for the buffer module and the load. This

mode can also be called “Normal mode”.

Buffer mode

Describes a condition where the input voltage is below the transfer threshold level, the unit

is running on capacitors (buffering), and the output is loaded within the allowed limits. The

mode can also be called “Capacitor mode”.

Inhibit mode Describes a condition where buffering is disabled on purpose (for example: for service

actions).

DC 24V

A value that is displayed with the AC or DC before the value represents a nominal voltage

with standard tolerances included. For example: DC 12V describes a 12V battery

disregarding whether it is full (13.7V) or flat (10V).

24V DC A value with the unit (V DC) at the end is a momentary value without any additional

tolerances included.

nom Indicates a nominal value.

typ Indicates a typical value.

— (alone in table

cell)

A single dash alone in a table cell indicates there is no information to be included in that

cell.

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Specifications

Catalog Numbers

Attributes Values Notes

Supply voltage DC 24V -20%/+25% 19.2…30V DC

Required voltage to charge capacitors 23V DC —

Threshold voltage for buffer mode 22.5V / VIN-1V Selectable

Buffer voltage 22.5V / VIN-1V Selectable

Buffer current 40 A —

Charging time 34 s typ —

Current consumption 80 mA typ Stand-by mode

600 mA max During charging

Power dissipation 1.9 W Stand-by mode

Buffer time

160 ms min At 22.5V, 40 A

320 ms min At 22.5V, 20 A

250 ms typ At 22.5V, 40 A

500 ms typ At 22.5V, 20 A

62 s typ At 22.5V, 0.1 A

Temperature range -25…+70 °C (-13 °F…158 °F) operational

Dimensions 64 x 124 x 142 mm

(2.52 x 4.88 x 5.59 in.) W x H x D

Weight 1040 g (2.3 lb) —

Catalog Numbers Descriptions

1606-XLS960BUFFER Buffer module

1606-XLC Panel/wall-mount bracket

1606-XLA-S76 Side-mount bracket

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Functional Description This section describes how the buffer module works in general and some

specific uses.

Working Principle

When the power supply provides sufficient

voltage, the buffer module stores energy in the

integrated electrolytic capacitors. If there is a

voltage dip or loss, this energy is released to the

DC bus in a regulated process.

Bridge Mains Faults without Interruption

Statistics show that 80% of all mains faults last less

than 0.2 seconds. The buffer module bridges any

mains faults of this length. This increases the

reliability of the system as a whole.

Extend Hold-up Time

Once mains power fails or is switched off, the

buffer unit continues to provide the load current

for a defined period. Process data can be saved and

processes can be terminated before the DC power

switches off. Controlled restarts are then possible.

Easily Add and Expand

The buffer module does not require any control

wiring. It can be added parallel to the load circuit

at any given point. Buffer modules can be

connected in parallel to increase the output

ampacity or the hold-up time.

Figure 1 - Typical Wiring Diagram Figure 2 - Transfer Behavior

Power

Supply

Load

Buer

Module

optional

Buer

Mode

Supply

Voltage

Power

Supply

Output

Transfer Threshold

Power

Supply

Mode

Power

Supply

Mode

Charge

Discharge

Storage

Buer Module

Buer

Module

Power

Supply Load

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Electrical Ratings

Attributes Values Notes

Supply voltage Nom DC 24V -20%/+25% —

Supply voltage range(1) Nom 19.2…30V DC —

Normal operating voltage range(2) Typ 23…30V DC —

Transfer voltage for switching into

buffer mode

Typ 22.5V DC Back-up threshold jumper set to “22.5V fixed”

Typ VIN – 1V Back-up threshold jumper set to “VIN – 1V”

—— SeealsoSelect the Backup Threshold Voltage on page 9.

Transfer voltage for switching from

buffer mode into power supply mode

Typ 22.5V DC Back-up threshold jumper set to “22.5V fixed”

Typ VBUFFER + 1V Back-up threshold jumper set to “VIN – 1V”

—— SeealsoSelect the Backup Threshold Voltage on page 9.

Buffer voltage Typ Same as the transfer voltage for switching into buffer mode.

Ripple and noise voltage

- in buffer mode

- in power supply mode Max 200 mVpp Generated by the buffer module. Defined at 20 Hz to 20 MHz, 50 Ω.

The the power supply defines the ripple and noise voltage.

Current consumption

Typ 80 mA When capacitor is fully charged

Min 400 mA During charging of the capacitors

Max 600 mA During charging of the capacitors

Power dissipation Typ 1.9 W When capacitor is fully charged

Buffer current Min 40 A —

Buffer current overload behavior — Electronically limited, buffering stops and capacitor gets discharged below 17V. See Figure 4.

Allowed voltage between supply

voltage and chassis ground Max 60V DC or 42.4V AC Continuous, IEC 62477-1

Capacitive and inductive loads — No limitation —

(1) Supply Voltage Range: At voltages within the input voltage range, control functions such as LEDs, monitoring features, and relay contacts, are

functioning normally. Within the input voltage range, the unit can either be in power supply mode or in buffer mode.

(2) Normal Operating Voltage Range: The normal operating voltage range describes the supply voltage, which supports the full functionality of the

buffer module (including charging) but without entering the buffer mode.

Figure 3 - Selection of an Appropriate Power Supply Figure 4 - Output Characteristic in Buffer Mode,

22.5V Fixed Mode, typ

Internal

current

consumption

Current

consumption

for charging

Load

Current

Power

Supply

Current

Buer Voltage

400

28V

64 A248 16 32 48 56

Output Current

22.5V

Buering stops

below 17V

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Select the Backup

Threshold Voltage

The functionality of the buffer is determined by what mode the buffer is in,

either Fixed mode or Variable mode. You can set the mode using the backup

jumper selector. The factory default setting is Fixed mode. If the buffer has no

jumper, it is also in Fixed mode.

Fixed Mode

The buffer module is in Fixed mode when the jumper is in position “2-3” or

position “22.5V fixed”.

If the supply output voltage falls below 22.5V, buffering starts and the supply

voltage is kept at this level.

Fixed mode is recommended in the following situations:

• when power supplies other than bulletin 1606-XL S power supplies are

used

• with back-feeding loads

• when the buffer module is placed close to the load

•wheneverindoubt

Variable Mode

The buffer module is in Variable mode when the jumper in position “1-2” or

position “VIN – 1V”.

Buffering starts if the supply voltage decreases by more than 1V. Buffering

ends when supply voltage increases by more than 1V.

Voltage changes slower than 0.54 V/s are ignored if the voltage is above 22.5V.

Below 22.5V buffering starts immediately.

Variable mode is recommended in the following situations:

• 22.5V is too low for the application

• when the buffer module is placed close to the power supply

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Buffer Time The buffer time (sometimes also called autonomy time) is the maximum

period for which the capacitor can maintain the required output current. The

buffer time mainly depends on the output current in buffer mode.

To increase the buffer time, any given number of buffer modules can be

connected in parallel.

Charging Time The internal capacitors are charging when the LED status indicator is flashing

with a slow frequency (1.25 Hz).

Figure 7 - Charging Time, Recharging

Attribute Values Notes

Buffer time

Min 160 ms At 22.5V, 40 A

Min 320 ms At 22.5V, 20 A

Typ 250 ms At 22.5V, 40 A

Typ 500 ms At 22.5V, 20 A

Typ 62 s At 22.5V, 0.1 A

Figure 5 - Buffer Time, typ Figure 6 - Buffer Time for Small Buffer

Currents, typ

Buer Current, typ.

0 0.3 3 s

40 A

0.6 0.9 1.2 1.5 1.8 2.1 2.4 2.4

Buer Time

Buer Current, typ.

318s

0.5

1.5

1.0

2.0 A

6912 15

Buer Time

Attribute Values Notes

Charging time

Min 29 s Initial charging(1)

(1) Initial charging is the first charge after voltage is applied to the

buffer module.

Max 50 s

Initial charging(1)

Min 24 s

Recharging(2)

(2) Recharging is the charging of the internal capacitors after

voltage interruptions shorter than 2 minutes.

Max 40 s

Recharging*2)

Charge

0 5 10 45 s

Charging Time

100%

15 20 25 30 35 40

max.

min.typ.

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