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News Release
Contact:
Ralitza Arafin
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ralitza.arafin@cooperindustries.com
New FC2 Mobile Application from Cooper Bussmann Delivers Quick Fault
Current Calculations Anytime, Anywhere
Free Mobile App Eliminates the Need for Costly Software or Manual Calculations
ST. LOUIS, July 8, 2013 – Cooper Bussmann, a business of diversified power management company
Eaton, today announced the introduction of its new FC2 mobile application (app) for calculating available
fault current levels in single- or three-phase electrical systems. Available for all Apple® iPhones and
iPads, and Android™ mobile devices, the FC2 mobile app allows contractors, engineers, electricians and
electrical inspectors to quickly and easily determine available fault current levels anywhere in an
electrical distribution system. Additionally, FC2 enables users to create and email National Electric
Code® (NEC®) 110.24 compliant labels for marking service entrance equipment and one-line diagrams.
“As the industry evolves, we’re seeing an increased demand for mobile technology to improve jobsite
efficiencies,” said Vince Saporita, vice president of technical sales, Bussmann Division. “And, as a
company, we’re committed to addressing that trend head on by developing innovative mobile solutions
like our new FC2 and our previously released FuseFinder cross reference tool. These simple but robust
solutions are well suited for field use with quick and easy access to products or solutions needed for
specific applications.”
Eliminating the need for costly software and time-consuming manual calculations, the FC2 mobile app
simplifies the point-to-point calculation process with an intuitive interface. Once opened, the app uses
easy-to-follow prompts to guide users through the calculating process for either single- or three--phase
power, adding system components and calculating the available fault current. The calculation process
also renders a one-line diagram of the system that can be reviewed on the device or emailed. Taking
the process a step further, the FC2 app also allows users to create and email NEC 110.24 compliant
labels to help meet the need for marking service entrance equipment.
Beyond calculations, the FC2 app also includes a fuse sizing guide for main, feeder and branch circuits.
When reviewing the completed diagram, users also have the ability to touch blue “Hot Spot” links within
the app to view fuse and conductor sizing information.
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Additional features of the app include a User Guide complete with a host of helpful tips, as well as a
Contact Us section for technical or customer service support.
Free downloads of the FC2 app are available at the Apple App Store or Android market by searching the
keywords “Fault Current Calculator” and selecting the Bussmann FC2 icon. A web-based version is also
available on the Bussmann website.
To learn more about the all new FC2 app from Cooper Bussmann, please visit
www.cooperbussmann.com.
Cooper Bussmann is part of the electrical business of Eaton. Eaton acquired Cooper Industries plc in
late 2012. Bussmann leads in critical circuit protection, power management and electrical safety. Cooper
Bussmann is committed to the development, manufacturing and marketing of innovative circuit and
power electronics protection as well as power management solutions for industrial, electronics,
alternative energy and high reliability markets. Industry-leading brands offered include: Cooper
Bussmann® circuit protection products; Coiltronics® magnetics; ELPRO industrial wireless; OMNEX
Trusted Wireless® systems; and Martek power management solutions. For more information, visit
www.cooperbussmann.com. For information about Eaton, visit www.eaton.com.
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