Zucchini MR MediuM Rating busbaR
Available in sizes from 160 to 1000 A, MR (medium rating) busbar is ideal for power
distribution in medium to large installations and rising mains in commercial buildings.
MR is available with aluminium or copper conductors and has a large range of
tap-off boxes from 16 to 1000 A, allowing the supply and protection of a wide range
of loads using devices such as fuses, MCBs and MCCBs.
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Trunking lengths are available in
single and double sided versions
with aluminium or copper
conductors
Joint covers
guarantee
mechanical rigidity
and maintain IP 55
protection
Tap-off boxes are
available pre-wired
or empty with plugin or bolt-on options
SwItcHBoard tranSformer feed
unIt
Metal end feed unit (centre feed
and switched end feed units are
also available)
HorIZontal elBow
VertIcal elBow
tap-off BoxeS
Lowering lifetime
installation costs
MR features a monobloc electrical jointing system.
The shearhead bolt on the monobloc allows for
fast assembly of the run and guarantees long-term
reliability and safety.
As well as being quick to install, Zucchini MR busbar
is easy to upgrade if existing installations need to be
modiied. The vast choice of elbows, tees and other
accessories make any coniguration possible, with
bespoke solutions also available on request.
ZuccHInI BuSBar guIde
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MR medium rating busbar
medium power 160 - 1 000 A
Tap-off box
(see p. 39)
Suspension
bracket
(see p. 42)
Tap-off box
(see p. 39)
50414064
50632001
50414063
End feed unit
(see p. 37)
50401102
Tap-off box
(see p. 39)
50414075
Trunking length
50400102
Dimensions and technical information p. 43
Measuring bespoke dimensions p. 49
Technical data p. 52-56
IP 55 (according to BS EN 60529)
Flame retardant in compliance with IEC 60332-3. Fully compliant with BS EN 60439-2
Rated currents are at an average ambient temperature of 40° C (over and above the required standard of 35° C)
Pack
Trunking lengths – 3 m
Cat. Nos.
Pack
Trunking lengths –
bespoke dimensions
Cat. Nos.
For vertical runs or riser
applications. Special lengths
between 400 mm and 3 m are
available upon request
Please specify required length
when ordering
(see p. 49 – how to measure
bespoke dimensions)
With 3 + 3 outlets
Tap-off outlets are spaced every
1·0 m on both sides (6 positions
per 3 m length)
Aluminium
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400101
50400102
50400103
50400104
50400108
50400105
50400106
504001071
Copper
55400102
55400103
55400104
55400105
55400106
55400107
Rating (A)
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
1 501 to 2 999 mm lengths with
2 + 2 outlets
Tap-off outlets in fixed position on
both sides
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
19·9
20·9
22·8
33·8
37·5
41·7
44·3
46·8
–
25·7
28·1
36·9
–
56·0
72·1
83·7
With 5 outlets on one side
Aluminium
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400151
50400152
50400153
50400154
50400158
50400155
50400156
504001571
Copper
55400152
55400153
55400154
55400155
55400156
55400157
Rating (A)
50400251
50400252
50400253
50400254
50400258
50400255
50400256
504002571
55400252
55400253
55400254
55400255
55400256
55400257
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
19·9
20·9
22·8
33·8
37·5
41·7
44·3
46·8
–
25·7
28·1
36·9
–
56·0
72·1
83·7
Without outlets
Feeder lengths. A tap-off point
is only possible on the junction
between two lengths
(see bolt-on tap-off boxes p. 41)
Rating (A)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400241
50400242
50400243
50400244
50400248
50400245
50400246
504002471
55400242
55400243
55400244
55400245
55400246
55400247
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
1 501 to 2 999 mm lengths
without outlets
Suitable for rising mains
(see p. 50)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Rating (A)
Feeder lengths. A tap-off point
is only possible on the junction
between two lengths
(see bolt-on tap-off boxes p. 41)
Rating (A)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400121
50400122
50400123
50400124
50400128
50400125
50400126
504001271
55400122
55400123
55400124
55400125
55400126
55400127
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
19·9
20·9
22·8
33·8
37·5
41·7
44·3
46·8
–
25·7
28·1
36·9
–
56·1
72·1
83·7
1 : The 1 000 A aluminium is
supplied painted as standard
Key : How to select the correct configuration and finish
All examples on this page show 4 conductor galvanised lengths
No. of conductors and finish is dictated by the red number
0=
4 conductors. Galvanised 2 =
4 conductors. Painted
1=
5 conductors. Galvanised 3 =
5 conductors. Painted
Replace 0 with 1, 2, or 3 if required
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MR medium rating busbar
medium power 160 - 1 000 A
Tap-off box
(see p. 39)
Suspension
bracket
(see p. 42)
Tap-off box
(see p. 39)
50414064
50632001
50414063
End feed unit
(see p. 37)
50401102
Tap-off box
(see p. 39)
50414075
Trunking length
50400102
Dimensions and technical information p. 43-44
Measuring bespoke dimensions p. 49
Technical data p. 52-56
IP 55 (according to BS EN 60529)
Flame retardant in compliance with IEC 60332-3. Fully compliant with BS EN 60439-2
Rated currents are at an average ambient temperature of 40° C (over and above the required standard of 35° C)
Pack
Trunking lengths –
bespoke dimensions
Cat. Nos.
Pack
Trunking lengths with fire
barriers
Cat. Nos.
(continued)
With external fire barriers
Please specify required length
when ordering
(see p. 49 – how to measure
bespoke dimensions)
1 000 to 1 500 mm lengths
with 1 + 1 outlets
Tap-off outlets in fixed position on
both sides
Aluminium
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400141
50400142
50400143
50400144
50400148
50400145
50400146
504001471
Copper
55400142
55400143
55400144
55400145
55400146
55400147
Rating (A)
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
600 to 1 500 mm lengths without
outlets
Feeder length. A tap-off point
is only possible on the junction
between two lengths
(see bolt-on tap-off boxes p. 41)
Rating (A)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400111
50400112
50400113
50400114
50400118
50400115
50400116
504001171
55400112
55400113
55400114
55400115
55400116
55400117
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
1 : The 1 000 A aluminium is
supplied painted as standard
Please specify the required
position of the external fire barrier
when ordering (see p. 44)
Aluminium
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
554EFB01
554EFB01
554EFB01
554EFB02
554EFB02
554EFB02
554EFB02
554EFB02
Copper
554EFB01
554EFB01
554EFB01
554EFB02
554EFB02
554EFB02
Rating (A)
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
With internal fire barriers
Please specify the required
position of the internal fire barrier
when ordering (see p. 44)
Rating (A)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
554IFB01
554IFB02
554IFB03
554IFB04
554IFB06
554IFB07
554IFB08
554IFB09
554IFB01
554IFB02
554IFB05
554IFB04
554IFB06
554IFB07
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Tap-off outlet cover IP 55
1
50403601
Suitable for all MR versions
6 for each length
Weight : 0·10 kg
Key : How to select the correct configuration and finish
All examples on this page show 4 conductor galvanised lengths
No. of conductors and finish is dictated by the red number
0=
4 conductors. Galvanised 2 =
4 conductors. Painted
1=
5 conductors. Galvanised 3 =
5 conductors. Painted
Replace 0 with 1, 2, or 3 if required
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MR medium rating busbar
single elbows
Vertical elbow –
left hand
Horizontal elbow –
right hand
Horizontal elbow –
left hand
Vertical elbow –
right hand
Dimensions and technical information p. 44
Measuring bespoke dimensions p. 49
MR is fully compliant with BS EN 60439-2
Rated currents are at an average ambient temperature of 40° C (over and above the required standard of 35° C)
Angles are 90° as standard. Other angles available on request. IP 55 (according to BS EN 60529)
Pack
Single elbows – standard
dimensions (300 + 300 mm)
Cat. Nos.
Pack
Single elbows –
bespoke dimensions
Cat. Nos.
Please specify required length
when ordering
Horizontal elbow – right hand
Aluminium
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400301
50400302
50400303
50400304
50400308
50400305
50400306
504003071
Copper
55400302
55400303
55400304
55400305
55400306
55400307
Rating (A)
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
8·1
8·2
8·4
14·5
14·9
15·4
15·7
16·0
–
9·2
9·6
11·0
–
18·7
21·4
23·3
Horizontal elbow – left hand
Rating (A)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400311
50400312
50400313
50400314
50400318
50400315
50400316
504003171
55400312
55400313
55400314
55400315
55400316
55400317
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
8·1
8·2
8·4
14·5
14·9
15·4
15·7
16·0
–
9·2
9·6
11·0
–
18·7
21·4
23·3
Vertical elbow – right hand
Rating (A)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400401
50400402
50400403
50400404
50400408
50400405
50400406
504004071
55400402
55400403
55400404
55400405
55400406
55400407
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Rating (A)
50400411
50400412
50400413
50400414
50400418
50400415
50400416
504004171
55400412
55400413
55400414
55400415
55400416
55400417
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
50400321
50400322
50400323
50400324
50400328
50400325
50400326
504003271
Copper
55400322
55400323
55400324
55400325
55400326
55400327
8·1
8·2
8·4
14·5
14·9
15·4
15·7
16·0
–
9·2
9·6
11·0
–
18·7
21·4
23·3
–
9·2
9·6
11·0
–
18·7
21·4
23·3
1 : The 1 000 A aluminium is
supplied painted as standard
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Rating (A)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400331
50400332
50400333
50400334
50400338
50400335
50400336
504003371
55400332
55400333
55400334
55400335
55400336
55400337
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Vertical elbow – right hand
300 to 900 mm per arm
Rating (A)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400421
50400422
50400423
50400424
50400428
50400425
50400426
504004271
55400422
55400423
55400424
55400425
55400426
55400427
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
8·1
8·2
8·4
14·5
14·9
15·4
15·7
16·0
Rating (A)
Horizontal elbow – left hand
250 to 900 mm per arm
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
Vertical elbow – left hand
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Aluminium
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Horizontal elbow – right hand
250 to 900 mm per arm
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Vertical elbow – left hand
300 to 900 mm per arm
Rating (A)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400431
50400432
50400433
50400434
50400438
50400435
50400436
504004371
55400432
55400433
55400434
55400435
55400436
55400437
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Key : How to select the correct configuration and finish
All examples on this page show 4 conductor galvanised lengths
No. of conductors and finish is dictated by the red number
0=
4 conductors. Galvanised 2 =
4 conductors. Painted
1=
5 conductors. Galvanised 3 =
5 conductors. Painted
Replace 0 with 1, 2, or 3 if required
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MR medium rating busbar
double elbows
Vertical elbow –
left + right hand
Horizontal elbow –
right + left hand
Horizontal elbow –
left + right hand
Vertical elbow –
right + left hand
Dimensions and technical information p. 44
Measuring bespoke dimensions p. 49
MR is fully compliant with BS EN 60439-2
Rated currents are at an average ambient temperature of 40° C (over and above the required standard of 35° C)
Angles are 90° as standard. Other angles available on request. IP 55 (according to BS EN 60529)
Pack
Double elbows –
standard dimensions
(300 + 300 + 300 mm)
Cat. Nos.
Pack
Double elbows –
bespoke dimensions
Cat. Nos.
Please specify required length
when ordering
Horizontal elbow – right + left
hand
Aluminium
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400341
50400342
50400343
50400344
50400348
50400345
50400346
504003471
Copper
55400342
55400343
55400344
55400345
55400346
55400347
Rating (A)
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
10·29
10·55
11·06
18·37
19·50
20·55
21·20
21·80
–
12·23
12·97
15·72
–
25·77
30·88
34·55
Horizontal elbow – left + right
hand
Rating (A)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400351
50400352
50400353
50400354
50400358
50400355
50400356
504003571
55400352
55400353
55400354
55400355
55400356
55400357
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400441
50400442
50400443
50400444
50400448
50400445
50400446
504004471
55400442
55400443
55400444
55400445
55400446
55400447
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
50400361
50400362
50400363
50400364
50400368
50400365
50400366
504003671
Copper
55400362
55400363
55400364
55400365
55400366
55400367
10·29
10·55
11·06
18·37
19·50
20·55
21·20
21·80
–
12·23
12·97
15·72
–
25·77
30·88
34·55
–
12·23
12·97
15·72
–
25·77
30·88
34·55
50400371
50400372
50400373
50400374
50400378
50400375
50400376
504003771
55400372
55400373
55400374
55400375
55400376
55400377
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400451
50400452
50400453
50400454
50400458
50400455
50400456
504004571
55400452
55400453
55400454
55400455
55400456
55400457
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Rating (A)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400461
50400462
50400463
50400464
50400468
50400465
50400466
504004671
55400462
55400463
55400464
55400465
55400466
55400467
–
12·23
12·97
15·72
–
25·77
30·88
34·55
1 : The 1 000 A aluminium is
supplied painted as standard
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Vertical elbow – left + right hand
300 to 900 mm per arm
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
10·29
10·55
11·06
18·37
19·50
20·55
21·20
21·80
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Vertical elbow – right + left hand
300 to 900 mm per arm
Vertical elbow – left + right hand
Rating (A)
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Rating (A)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
10·29
10·55
11·06
18·37
19·50
20·55
21·20
21·80
Rating (A)
Horizontal elbow – left + right
hand
250 to 900 mm per arm
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
Vertical elbow – right + left hand
Rating (A)
Aluminium
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Horizontal elbow – right + left
hand
250 to 900 mm per arm
Rating (A)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400471
50400472
50400473
50400474
50400478
50400475
50400476
504004771
55400472
55400473
55400474
55400475
55400476
55400477
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Key : How to select the correct configuration and finish
All examples on this page show 4 conductor galvanised lengths
No. of conductors and finish is dictated by the red number
0=
4 conductors. Galvanised 2 =
4 conductors. Painted
1=
5 conductors. Galvanised 3 =
5 conductors. Painted
Replace 0 with 1, 2, or 3 if required
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MR medium rating busbar
combination vertical + horizontal elbows
Combination vertical +
horizontal elbow
right + left hand
Combination vertical +
horizontal elbow
right + right hand
Combination vertical +
horizontal elbow
left + right hand
Combination vertical +
horizontal elbow
left + left hand
Dimensions and technical information p. 44
Measuring bespoke dimensions p. 49
MR is fully compliant with BS EN 60439-2
Rated currents are at an average ambient temperature of 40° C (over and above the required standard of 35° C)
Angles are 90° as standard. Other angles available on request. IP 55 (according to BS EN 60529)
Pack
Combination vertical +
horizontal elbows –
standard dimensions
(300 + 300 + 300 mm)
Cat. Nos.
Pack
Combination vertical +
horizontal elbows –
bespoke dimensions
Cat. Nos.
Please specify required length
when ordering
Right hand + right hand
Aluminium
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400501
50400502
50400503
50400504
50400508
50400505
50400506
504005071
Copper
55400502
55400503
55400504
55400505
55400506
55400507
Rating (A)
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
10·29
10·55
11·06
18·37
19·50
20·55
21·20
21·80
–
12·23
12·97
15·72
–
25·77
30·88
34·55
Right hand + left hand
Rating (A)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400511
50400512
50400513
50400514
50400518
50400515
50400516
504005171
55400512
55400513
55400514
55400515
55400516
55400517
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400521
50400522
50400523
50400524
50400528
50400525
50400526
504005271
55400522
55400523
55400524
55400525
55400526
55400527
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
10·29
10·55
11·06
18·37
19·50
20·55
21·20
21·80
–
12·23
12·97
15·72
–
25·77
30·88
34·55
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400531
50400532
50400533
50400534
50400538
50400535
50400536
504005371
55400532
55400533
55400534
55400535
55400536
55400537
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Copper
55400542
55400543
55400544
55400545
55400546
55400547
10·29
10·55
11·06
18·37
19·50
20·55
21·20
21·80
–
12·23
12·97
15·72
–
25·77
30·88
34·55
–
12·23
12·97
15·72
–
25·77
30·88
34·55
1 : The 1 000 A aluminium is
supplied painted as standard
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Rating (A)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400551
50400552
50400553
50400554
50400558
50400555
50400556
504005571
55400552
55400553
55400554
55400555
55400556
55400557
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Left hand + right hand
300 to 900 mm per arm
Rating (A)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400561
50400562
50400563
50400564
50400568
50400565
50400566
504005671
55400562
55400563
55400564
55400565
55400566
55400567
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Left hand + left hand
300 to 900 mm per arm
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
10·29
10·55
11·06
18·37
19·50
20·55
21·20
21·80
Rating (A)
Right hand + left hand
300 to 900 mm per arm
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
Left hand + left hand
Rating (A)
50400541
50400542
50400543
50400544
50400548
50400545
50400546
504005471
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
Left hand + right hand
Rating (A)
Aluminium
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Right hand + right hand
300 to 900 mm per arm
Rating (A)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400571
50400572
50400573
50400574
50400578
50400575
50400576
504005771
55400572
55400573
55400574
55400575
55400576
55400577
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Key : How to select the correct configuration and finish
All examples on this page show 4 conductor galvanised lengths
No. of conductors and finish is dictated by the red number
0=
4 conductors. Galvanised 2 =
4 conductors. Painted
1=
5 conductors. Galvanised 3 =
5 conductors. Painted
Replace 0 with 1, 2, or 3 if required
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MR medium rating busbar
combination horizontal + vertical elbows
Combination horizontal +
vertical elbows
right + right hand
Combination horizontal +
vertical elbows
right + left hand
Combination horizontal +
vertical elbows
left + left hand
Combination horizontal +
vertical elbows
left + right hand
Dimensions and technical information p. 44
Measuring bespoke dimensions p. 49
MR is fully compliant with BS EN 60439-2
Rated currents are at an average ambient temperature of 40° C (over and above the required standard of 35° C)
Angles are 90° as standard. Other angles available on request. IP 55 (according to BS EN 60529)
Pack
Combination horizontal +
vertical elbows –
standard dimensions
(300 + 300 + 300 mm)
Cat. Nos.
Pack
Combination horizontal +
vertical elbows –
bespoke dimensions
Cat. Nos.
Please specify required length
when ordering
Right hand + right hand
Aluminium
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400601
50400602
50400603
50400604
50400608
50400605
50400606
504006071
Copper
55400602
55400603
55400604
55400605
55400606
55400607
Rating (A)
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
10·29
10·55
11·06
18·37
19·50
20·55
21·20
21·80
–
12·23
12·97
15·72
–
25·77
30·88
34·55
Right hand + left hand
Rating (A)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400611
50400612
50400613
50400614
50400618
50400615
50400616
504006171
55400612
55400613
55400614
55400615
55400616
55400617
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400621
50400622
50400623
50400624
50400628
50400625
50400626
504006271
55400622
55400623
55400624
55400625
55400626
55400627
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
50400641
50400642
50400643
50400644
50400648
50400645
50400646
504006471
Copper
55400642
55400643
55400644
55400645
55400646
55400647
10·29
10·55
11·06
18·37
19·50
20·55
21·20
21·80
–
12·23
12·97
15·72
–
25·77
30·88
34·55
–
12·23
12·97
15·72
–
25·77
30·88
34·55
50400651
50400652
50400653
50400654
50400658
50400655
50400656
504006571
55400652
55400653
55400654
55400655
55400656
55400657
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400631
50400632
50400633
50400634
50400638
50400635
50400636
504006371
55400632
55400633
55400634
55400635
55400636
55400637
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Rating (A)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400661
50400662
50400663
50400664
50400668
50400665
50400666
504006671
55400662
55400663
55400664
55400665
55400666
55400667
–
12·23
12·97
15·72
–
25·77
30·88
34·55
1 : The 1 000 A aluminium is
supplied painted as standard
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Left hand + left hand
300 to 900 mm per arm
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
10·29
10·55
11·06
18·37
19·50
20·55
21·20
21·80
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Left hand + right hand
300 to 900 mm per arm
Left hand + left hand
Rating (A)
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Rating (A)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
10·29
10·55
11·06
18·37
19·50
20·55
21·20
21·80
Rating (A)
Right hand + left hand
300 to 900 mm per arm
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
Left hand + right hand
Rating (A)
Aluminium
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Right hand + right hand
300 to 900 mm per arm
Rating (A)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400671
50400672
50400673
50400674
50400678
50400675
50400676
504006771
55400672
55400673
55400674
55400675
55400676
55400677
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Key : How to select the correct configuration and finish
All examples on this page show 4 conductor galvanised lengths
No. of conductors and finish is dictated by the red number
0=
4 conductors. Galvanised 2 =
4 conductors. Painted
1=
5 conductors. Galvanised 3 =
5 conductors. Painted
Replace 0 with 1, 2, or 3 if required
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MR medium rating busbar
horizontal tees and crossovers
Horizontal tee
left hand – male
Horizontal tee
right hand – female
Horizontal tee
left hand – female
Horizontal tee
right hand – male
Dimensions and technical information p. 45
Measuring bespoke dimensions p. 49
Crossover
MR is fully compliant with BS EN 60439-2
Rated currents are at an average ambient temperature of 40° C
(over and above the required standard of 35° C)
Angles are 90° as standard. Other angles available on request
IP 55 (according to BS EN 60529)
Pack
Pack
Please specify required length
when ordering
Arms can be 250 to 900 mm
Horizontal tees –
standard dimension
(300 + 300 + 300 mm)
Cat. Nos.
Right hand – female
Aluminium
Right hand – female
Aluminium
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400701
50400702
50400703
50400704
50400708
50400705
50400706
504007071
Copper
55400702
55400703
55400704
55400705
55400706
55400707
Rating (A)
Rating (A)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400711
50400712
50400713
50400714
50400718
50400715
50400716
504007171
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400721
50400722
50400723
50400724
50400728
50400725
50400726
504007271
55400712
55400713
55400714
55400715
55400716
55400717
55400725
55400726
55400727
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400731
50400732
50400733
50400734
50400738
50400735
50400736
504007371
55400732
55400733
55400734
55400735
55400736
55400737
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
–
12·8
13·4
15·7
–
24·4
28·5
31·3
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
160
11·2
250
11·4
315
11·8
400
18·4
500
19·5
630
20·0
800
20·5
1 000
21·0
Left hand – male
Rating (A)
–
12·8
13·4
15·7
–
24·4
28·5
31·3
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
160
11·2
250
11·4
315
11·8
400
18·4
500
19·5
630
20·0
800
20·5
1 000
21·0
Left hand – female
Rating (A)
55400722
55400723
55400724
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
160
11·2
250
11·4
315
11·8
400
18·4
500
19·5
630
20·0
800
20·5
1 000
21·0
Right hand – male
–
12·8
13·4
15·7
–
24·4
28·5
31·3
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
11·2
11·4
11·8
18·4
19·5
20·0
20·5
21·0
Horizontal tees –
bespoke dimensions
Cat. Nos.
–
12·8
13·4
15·7
–
24·4
28·5
31·3
Key : How to select the correct configuration and finish
All examples on this page show 4 conductor galvanised lengths
No. of conductors and finish is dictated by the red number
0=
4 conductors. Galvanised 2 =
4 conductors. Painted
1=
5 conductors. Galvanised 3 =
5 conductors. Painted
Replace 0 with 1, 2, or 3 if required
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400741
50400742
50400743
50400744
50400748
50400745
50400746
504007471
Copper
55400742
55400743
55400744
55400745
55400746
55400747
Rating (A)
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Right hand – male
Rating (A)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400751
50400752
50400753
50400754
50400758
50400755
50400756
504007571
55400752
55400753
55400754
55400755
55400756
55400757
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Left hand – female
Rating (A)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400761
50400762
50400763
50400764
50400768
50400765
50400766
504007671
55400762
55400763
55400764
55400765
55400766
55400767
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Left hand – male
Rating (A)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50400771
50400772
50400773
50400774
50400778
50400775
50400776
504007771
55400772
55400773
55400774
55400775
55400776
55400777
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Crossovers –
standard dimension
(300 + 300 + 300 + 300 mm)
Aluminium
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50403001
50403002
50403003
50403004
50403008
50403005
50403006
504030071
Copper
55403002
55403003
55403004
55403005
55403006
55403007
Rating (A)
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
15·5
15·7
16·1
27·5
29·3
29·1
29·5
29·9
–
17·6
18·4
21·1
–
35·2
40·2
43·7
1 : The 1 000 A aluminium is
supplied painted as standard
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MR medium rating busbar
feed units
Feed unit
left end
Right end up feed
unit with AC23 switch
disconnector
Feed unit
right end
End stop
Dimensions and technical information p. 45
Measuring bespoke dimensions p. 49
MR is fully compliant with BS EN 60439-2
Rated currents are at an average ambient temperature of 40° C (over and above the required standard of 35° C)
IP 55 (according to BS EN 60529)
Pack
Feed units
Cat. Nos.
Pack
Feed units (continued)
Cat. Nos.
End feed unit with AC23 switch
disconnector
This feed unit allows isolation of
the line for maintenance
Right end up
Metal end feed units
For plates and hole dimensions
refer to switchboard-transformer
feed units with same rating (p. 38)
Left end
Aluminium
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50401131
50401132
50401133
50401134
50401138
50401135
50401136
50401137
Copper
55401132
55401133
55401134
55401135
55401136
55401137
Rating (A)
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Right end
Rating (A)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50401121
50401122
50401123
50401124
50401128
50401125
50401126
50401127
55401122
55401123
55401124
55401125
55401126
55401127
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
17·74
17·76
17·83
23·22
23·20
23·63
23·70
24·00
–
18·47
18·70
19·58
–
26·07
27·80
29·03
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
16·64
16·76
17·03
18·32
20·00
19·43
19·80
20·20
–
17·37
17·70
18·88
–
21·17
23·30
24·83
Aluminium
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50403401
50403402
50403403
50403404
50403408
50403405
50403406
50403407
Copper
55403402
55403403
55403404
55403405
55403406
55403407
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50403411
50403412
50403413
50403414
50403418
50403415
50403416
50403417
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50403421
50403422
50403423
50403424
50403428
50403425
50403426
50403427
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50403431
50403432
50403433
50403434
50403438
50403435
50403436
50403437
55403412
55403413
55403414
55403415
55403416
55403417
1
1
50401111
50401112
Copper
55401112
Rating (A)
160
250
Right end
Rating (A)
1
1
50401101
50401102
55401102
160
250
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
6·80
6·85
–
7·20
55403422
55403423
55403424
55403425
55403426
55403427
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
5·70
5·85
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Left end up
Rating (A)
Terminals accept cables up to
150 mm2. For higher ratings attach
cable lugs to spreaders provided
Left end
–
6·10
55403435
55403436
55403437
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
–
19·12
19·40
20·34
–
26·88
28·67
29·95
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
17·94
18·10
18·86
21·79
22·42
23·64
24·95
26·50
–
19·12
19·40
20·34
–
26·88
28·67
29·95
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
160
17·94
250
18·10
315
18·86
400
21·79
500
22·42
630
23·64
800
24·95
1 000
26·50
Left end down
Rating (A)
55403432
55403433
55403434
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
160
17·94
250
18·10
315
18·86
400
21·79
500
22·42
630
23·64
800
24·95
1 000
26·50
Right end down
Rating (A)
Plastic end feed units
Aluminium
Rating (A)
–
19·12
19·40
20·34
–
26·88
28·67
29·95
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
17·94
18·10
18·86
21·79
22·42
23·64
24·95
26·50
–
19·12
19·40
20·34
–
26·88
28·67
29·95
End stops
Key : How to select the correct configuration and finish
All examples on this page show 4 conductor galvanised lengths
No. of conductors and finish is dictated by the red number
0=
4 conductors. Galvanised 2 =
4 conductors. Painted
1=
5 conductors. Galvanised 3 =
5 conductors. Painted
Replace 0 with 1, 2, or 3 if required
1
50403101
1
50403102
Ensure IP 55 protection at the end
of the run
For right and left feed units
160 – 315 A - for aluminium
250 – 400 A - for copper
400 – 1 000 A - for aluminium
630 – 1 000 A - for copper
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MR medium rating busbar
feed units (continued), in-line bus switcher and reducers
In-line bus switch
left hand
Switchboard-transformer
feed units
left hand
Centre feed unit
Switchboard-transformer
feed units
right hand
In-line bus switch
right hand
Dimensions and technical information p. 45-46
MR is fully compliant with BS EN 60439-2
Rated currents are at an average ambient temperature of 40° C (over and above the required standard of 35° C)
IP 55 (according to BS EN 60529)
Pack
Feed units (continued)
Cat. Nos.
Pack
In-line bus switches
Cat. Nos.
Centre feed units
Feeds a trunking system from an
intermediate position along the
run. Also used to reduce the volt
drop of the line
Aluminium
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50401201
50401202
50401203
50401204
50401208
50401205
50401206
50401207
Copper
55401202
55401203
55401204
55401205
55401206
55401207
Rating (A)
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
17·27
18·13
18·88
22·06
22·65
23·24
24·02
25·70
–
19·12
19·40
20·34
–
26·88
28·67
29·95
Switchboard-transformer
feed units
Feed unit for direct connection of
the busbar to a switchboard or
to the low voltage terminals of a
distribution transformer
Right hand
Rating (A)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50401001
50401002
50401003
50401004
50401008
50401005
50401006
50401007
55401002
55401003
55401004
55401005
55401006
55401007
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Left hand
Rating (A)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50401011
50401012
50401013
50401014
50401018
50401015
50401016
50401017
55401012
55401013
55401014
55401015
55401016
55401017
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
4·9
5·1
5·3
6·4
6·9
7·5
7·9
8·3
Allows disconnection of part of a
line, while the other is live
Right hand
Aluminium
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50401701
50401702
50401703
50401704
50401708
50401705
50401706
50401707
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
50401721
50401722
50401723
50401724
50401728
50401725
50401726
50401727
Copper
55401702
55401703
55401704
55401705
55401706
55401707
Rating (A)
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Left hand
Rating (A)
55401722
55401723
55401724
55401725
55401726
55401727
160
250
315
400
500
630
800
1 000
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
23·54
23·56
23·63
29·32
29·50
29·73
29·80
32·11
–
24·27
24·50
25·38
–
32·17
33·90
35·13
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
23·54
23·56
23·63
29·32
29·50
29·73
29·80
32·11
–
24·27
24·50
25·38
–
32·17
33·90
35·13
–
5·7
6·0
9·2
–
9·3
11·4
12·9
Weight (kg)
Aluminium
Copper
6·0
6·1
6·2
11·3
11·4
11·7
11·8
12·5
–
6·7
7·0
7·8
–
14·2
15·9
17·1
Key : How to select the correct configuration and finish
All examples on this page show 4 conductor galvanised lengths
No. of conductors and finish is dictated by the red number
0=
4 conductors. Galvanised 2 =
4 conductors. Painted
1=
5 conductors. Galvanised 3 =
5 conductors. Painted
Replace 0 with 1, 2, or 3 if required
Rating reducers with disconnector and
fuse holder also available
Contact us on +44 (0) 845 600 6266
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MR tap-off boxes : plug-in type up to 32 A
32 A plug-in tap-offs – Empty
Energy withstand 400 · 103 A2s
Type 1 – Max. power losses 16 W
Cat. Nos.
Weight
(kg)
Type 2 – Max. power losses 20 W
Complete with 3 x
CH10 fuse holders
Transparent hinged
door and 4 mod.
DIN rail
With 8 mod. DIN rail
Transparent hinged
door and 8 mod.
DIN rail
Transparent hinged With 12 mod. DIN rail
door and 8 mod.
DIN rail. Plus 3 N +
3 PE terminals
Transparent hinged
door and 12 mod.
DIN rail
50414062
50414063
50414061
50414064
50414241
50414071
50414075
1·75
1·7
1·6
1·7
1·94
1·9
2·05
3P
4P
32 A plug-in tap-offs – itted complete with TYPE B MCBs
Energy withstand 400 · 103 A2s
Type 1 – Max. power losses 16 W
Rating
3 x 1P
3 x (1P + N)
Transparent hinged
door and 8 mod.
DIN rail
Cat. Nos.
Weight
(kg)
50414101
50414102
50414103
–
10 A
2·28
2·18
2·23
–
Transparent hinged
door and 4 mod.
DIN rail
Cat. Nos.
Weight
(kg)
–
–
50414129
50414130
16 A
–
–
2·15
2·29
Transparent hinged
door and 8 mod.
DIN rail. Plus 3 N +
3 PE terminals
Cat. Nos.
Weight
(kg)
50414123
50414124
50414125
50414126
16 A
2·46
2·38
2·42
2·56
32 A plug-in tap-offs – itted complete with TYPE C MCBs
Energy withstand 400 · 103 A2s
Type 1 – Max. power losses 16 W
Rating
16 A
Transparent hinged
door and 4 mod.
DIN rail
32 A
3 x 1P
3 x (1P + N)
3P
4P
Ready for
MCB
Cat. Nos.
Weight
(kg)
–
–
50414127
50414128
–
–
–
2·15
2·29
–
Cat. Nos.
–
–
50414143
50414144
–
Weight
(kg)
–
–
2·18
2·36
–
Cat. Nos.
Weight
(kg)
–
–
50414141
50414142
–
32 A
–
–
2·48
2·65
–
Transparent hinged
door and 8 mod.
DIN rail. Plus 1 x 16 A
3P socket
Cat. Nos.
Weight
(kg)
–
–
50414186
50414187
–
16 A
–
–
2·78
2·92
–
Transparent hinged
door and 8 mod.
DIN rail. Plus 1 x 32 A
3P socket
Cat. Nos.
Weight
(kg)
–
–
50414191
50414192
–
32 A
–
–
2·91
3·06
–
Transparent hinged
door and 8 mod.
DIN rail. Plus 2 x 16 A
3P sockets
Cat. Nos.
Weight
(kg)
–
–
50414184
50414185
50414282
16 A
–
–
3·14
3·23
2·49
Transparent hinged
door and 8 mod.
DIN rail. Plus 2 x 32 A
3P sockets
Cat. Nos.
Weight
(kg)
–
–
–
–
50414291
32 A
–
–
–
–
2·59
Transparent hinged
door and 8 mod.
DIN rail. Plus 3 x 16 A
2P + E sockets
Cat. Nos.
Weight
(kg)
50414181
50414182
50414183
–
50414281
16 A
3·05
3·2
3·18
–
2·55
Transparent hinged
door and 8 mod.
DIN rail. Plus 3 N +
3 PE terminals
Type 2 – Max. power losses 20 W
For dimensions, technical information and mounting instructions see p. 47-48
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MR tap-off boxes : plug-in type 32-630 A
MR tap-off boxes from 10 to 1 000 A can accomodate different protection devices, including fuses, MCBs or MCCBs. Can be operated when
energised and under load conditions up to a rating of 32 A due to the integration of an isolating device within the cover. All insulating plastic
components comply with the incandescent wire test (EN 60695-2-1) and have a V2 self extinguishing degree (UL94). Standard degree of protection is
IP 55 without using additional protection kits. For dimensions, technical information and mounting instructions see p. 47-48
Plug-in tap-offs with fuse carriers (or empty) 63-400 A
TYPE 4
TYPE 3
TYPE 5
Rating
32 A
63 A
100 A
Fuse
Carrier
CH10
(Ø10·3 x 38)
TIA / TIS
TCP
Empty
NH 0
55655051
55055062
55055063
55055055
0·85
3·2
3·3
2·9
Cat. Nos.
Weight
(kg)
400 A
(Neutral section 50%)
160 A
250 A
NH 00
NH 0
NH 1
Empty
NH 1
55055053
55055057
50404004
55655057
55655059
55655058
3·35
3·35
3·6
14·9
14·3
15·8
125 A
Plug-in tap-offs itted with DIN rail and transparent hinged window 63-400 A
TYPE 4
Can it some MCCBs
Rating
63 A
125 A
160 A
400 A
Cat. Nos.
Weight
(kg)
Cat. Nos.
Weight
(kg)
Cat. Nos.
Weight
(kg)
Cat. Nos.
Weight
(kg)
TYPE 5
Not suitable for MCCBs
4 mod. DIN rail
8 mod. DIN rail
11 mod. DIN rail
55055088
7 mod. DIN rail
11 + 11 mod. DIN rail
–
8 mod. DIN rail
55055086
–
–
–
–
–
3·2
3·6
–
–
55055066
55055077
55055056
55055068
–
–
3·0
3·0
3·2
3·6
–
–
50404024
–
–
–
–
–
3·6
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
55055070
55055071
–
–
–
–
13·4
15·3
Plug-in heavy duty metal tap-offs 63-630 A
TYPE 6
TYPE 7
TYPE 8
These PE + FE tap-off boxes
have separate terminals for
the two parallel earths
(casing and conductor)
PE = protection earth
FE = functional earth
Empty version
With fuse holder
Rating
Cat. Nos.
Weight
(kg)
Cat. Nos.
63 A
125 A
160 A
250 A
400 A
630 A
50414001
50414002
50414003
50414004
–
50414005
8·60
8·80
8·80
23
–
25
50414022
NH 00
8·90
50414023
NH 00
9·10
50414024
NH 2
25
50414026
NH 2
33
50414025
NH 3
33
50411622
NH 00
9·70
50411623
NH 0
9·70
50411624
NH 1
30
50411625
NH 2
38
50411646
NH 3
38
50414021
CH22 (Ø22 x 58)
8·75
Weight (kg)
Cat. Nos.
With switch
disconnector and
fuseholder (AC23) Weight (kg)
50411601
NH 00
9·50
For dimensions, technical information and mounting instructions see p. 47-48
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MR tap-off boxes : plug-in type 125-630 A - fully equipped
bolt-on type 630-1 000 A
Plug-in type
MCCBs, R type and J
type fuse carriers that
meet EDF regulations
are also available
Contact us on
+44 (0) 845 600 6266
Fully equipped tap-offs – toggle handle MCCBs : 25-125 A
Tap-off rating
125 A
Breaker
rating
3 pole MCCB
with toggle handle
4 pole MCCB
with toggle handle
25 A
55055066M3TA
55055077M4TA
40 A
55055066M3TB
55055077M4TB
63 A
55055066M3TC
55055077M4TC
100 A
55055066M3TD
55055077M4TD
125 A
55055066M3TE
55055077M4TE
Tap-off boxes can be
supplied with
Castel locks
Contact us on
+44 (0) 845 600 6266
Fully equipped tap-offs – rotary handle MCCBs : 25-630 A1
Tap-off rating
125 A
250 A
630 A
Breaker
rating
3 pole MCCB
with rotary handle
4 pole MCCB
with rotary handle
With free issue MCCB
25 A
50414003M3RA
50414003M4RA
50414003MFA
40 A
50414003M3RB
50414003M4RB
50414003MFB
63 A
50414003M3RC
50414003M4RC
50414003MFC
100 A
50414003M3RD
50414003M4RD
50414003MFD
125 A
50414003M3RE
50414003M4RE
50414003MFE
160 A
50414003M3RF
50414003M4RF
50414003MFF
200 A
50414003M3RG
50414003M4RG
50414003MFG
250 A
50414003M3RH
50414003M4RH
50414003MFH
400 A
50414003M3RI
50414003M4RI
50414003MFI
630 A
50414003M3RJ
50414003M4RJ
50414003MFJ
Fully equipped tap-offs – with protection and multifunction meters : 63-160 A1
Tap-off rating
160 A
Breaker
rating
3 pole MCCB with
multifunction meter
Fusible tap-off with
multifunction meter
63 A
50414003M3MC
50414023FMC
100 A
50414003M3MD
50414023FMD
125 A
50414003M3ME
50414023FME
160 A
50414003M3MF
50414023FMF
1 : For MCCB technical data, see p. 118-125
Bolt-on type
Bolt-on tap-offs – with switch disconnector and fuse holder (AC23)
Positioned in the joint between straight lengths
As this connection affects live conductors, it
cannot be carried out when the line is live –
the line must be isolated
Tap-off size
Busbar
rating
630 A
Aluminium
800 A
1 000 A
Busbar system
630 A
Copper
800 A
1 000 A
Cat. Nos.
Weight
(kg)
Cat. Nos.
Weight
(kg)
Cat. Nos.
Weight
(kg)
Cat. Nos.
Weight
(kg)
Cat. Nos.
Weight
(kg)
Cat. Nos.
Weight
(kg)
630 A – NH 3
TYPE 9
50401801
800 A – NH 4
TYPE 10
–
1 000 A – NH 4
TYPE 10
–
59
50401802
–
50401804
–
–
59
50401803
89
50401805
–
50401806
59
55401801
89
–
89
–
59
55401802
–
55401804
–
–
59
55401803
89
55401805
–
55401806
59
89
89
For dimensions, technical information and mounting instructions see p. 47-48
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MR medium rating busbar
fixing accessories
50632001 +
50632205
50403711
50632212
50632210 +
50632211
50630110
50403712
50632201 + 50632202
Dimensions and technical information p. 49
Measuring special dimensions p. 49
The MR series offers a wide range of brackets and fixing accessories that enable quick and simple installation for a wide range of applications. The
MR series can be mounted on horizontal or vertical surfaces or mounted directly on to beams. Various spacers, spring suspension hangers and
adjustable arms are available to meet the requirements of complex installations
Pack
1
1
Cat. Nos.
50632001
50632003
Fixing accessories for general and
rising mains applications
Pack
Cat. Nos.
Suspension brackets
Wall fixing bracket
Use 1 bracket every 2 m
Weight : 0·55 kg
For use with aluminium rated 160, 250, 315 A
and copper rated 250, 315, 400 A
Weight : 0·60 kg
For use with aluminium rated 400, 500, 630, 800 A
and copper rated 630, 800, 1 000 A
Adjustable height and depth arm. Bracket holder
can be coupled with MS and MR brackets
1
1
1
50632205
1
50403711
For vertical trunking lengths. Suitable for rising
mains up to 4 m and for weights up to 300 kg
Must be used in conjunction with
Cat. Nos. 50632001 or 50632003
1 bracket at the base of the rising main
Maximum use distance 4 m
Weight : 1·05 kg
1
50403712
Load on
end point
2·80
3·00
3·50
pmax=80 kg
pmax=68 kg
pmax=50 kg
Comprises a base to be fixed to the ceiling and
various length struts that accept MR brackets
Base
Length
(m)
1
1
1
1
50632201
50632202
50632203
50632204
–
Strut
Weight
(kg)
2·80
Length
(m)
Weight
(kg)
0·50
1·00
2·00
3·00
3·50
3·50
Beam fixing bracket
Comprises a beam shelf base and two beam
clamps
Beam shelf base
Spring suspension hanger for rising main
Use 1 hanger every 300 kg
(see weight table, p. 148-149)
Minimum use distance 4 m
Weight : 1·20 kg
Weight
(kg)
0·45
0·55
0·75
Ceiling fixing bracket kit
Used when suspension bracket is fixed
directly to the wall
Weight : 0·05 kg
Suspension hanger for rising main
Length
(m)
50632212
50632213
50632214
Wall spacer
1
Fixing accessories for other
applications
Length
(m)
1
1
Weight
(kg)
Load on
end point
50632210
50632211
0·54
0·90
Beam clamp
pmax=65 kg
50630110
110 x 60 mm with 3 sectors. PVC
Length : 3 m
Triple cable channel
1
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MR medium rating busbar
technical information
n General features
n Trunking lengths – 3 m
The components and features of MR straight lengths are :
• a casing made of Senzimir quality galvanised steel used as protective
earth (PE). NOTE : 1 000 A is supplied painted as standard
• overall dimensions : 75 to 135 x 196 mm
• painted casing available on request
(contact us on +44 (0) 845 600 6266)
• number of conductors : 4 with the same section (3P + N) with PE made
from the casing or 5 when using MR full (3P + N + PE), available in the
aluminum or electrolytic copper version with 99.9% purity
• conductors insulators are made of fiberglass reinforced plastic
material, ensuring a V1 self-extinguishing degree (according to UL 94),
in compliance with the glow-wire test according to IEC 60695-2-10
• tap-off outlets with a constant centre distance of 1 m on both sides of
the busbar (3 + 3 outlets every 3 m), set up for being connected to
plug-in type tap-off boxes. These outlets open and close automatically
when inserting or pulling out a tap-off box
• ‘monobloc’ electric junction system made with a silver coated copper
plate system to connect conductors and PE in a fast and reliable way
The ‘monobloc’ has shear-head bolts with a preset torque setting
which ensure good, long-lasting electrical continuity
• all components and accessories in the MR range are IP 55
• the whole busbar is flame retardant in compliance with the
IEC 60332-3 standard
196
3 000
110
75
90
3 135
160-315 A Al • 250-400 A Cu
135
150
3 135
400-1 000 A Al • 630-1 000 A Cu
n Tap-off outlet cover – IP 55
n Trunking lengths – 1 501 to 2 999 mm with 2 + 2 outlets
375
625
n Trunking lengths – 1 501 to 2 999 mm without outlets
196
75
90
375
0
1 00
400-1 000 A Al
630-1 000 A Cu
110
160-315 A Al • 250-400 A Cu
IP 55
0
1 00
625
135
160-315 A Al
250-400 A Cu
1 : only on
5 conductor
1 501 ≤ A ≤ 2 999
150
L
(PE)1
L2
N
L3
pe
205
135
196
162
196
162
75
205
n Trunking length – 3 m without outlets
MR is fully compliant with BS EN 60439-2, specifically, the rated current
of Zucchini busbar trunking systems is always rated at the average
ambient temperature of 40°C (the Standard requires 35°C), thus offering
the market suitably oversized products
The busbar casing is made from hot-dipped galvanised sheet steel
and forms a high strength outer structure, which also serves as the
protective conductor (PE) for the MR version
NOTE : 1 000 A is supplied painted as standard
The individual conductors are made from either electrolytic copper or
electro tin-plated aluminium. Standard MR trunking is supplied with four
equal size conductors (TP and N +PE) whereas the optional
5 conductor version includes an additional integral 100% earth bar
(TP and N +E)
The degree of protection is IP 55 throughout the system
The normal recommended fixing centres for the MR range is 2·0 m
The jointing of MR lengths is done by overlapping two lengths and
fastening the special locating screws. The ‘monobloc’ joint is then
tightened by a double headed shear bolt to complete the electrical
connection. A joint cover is then positioned to complete the joint
400-1 000 A Al • 630-1 000 A Cu
n Trunking lengths – 3 m with 5 outlets on one side only
500
500
500
375
n Trunking lengths – 1 000 to 1 500 mm with 1 + 1 outlets
500
625
375
625
All dimensions (mm) are nominal
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MR medium rating busbar
technical information (continued)
n Double elbows
Standard dimensions (300 + 300 + 300 mm)
90° as standard. Other angles available on request. IP 55 quick
connection
196
205
n Trunking lengths – 600 to 1 500 mm without outlets
600 ≤ A ≤ 1 500
Bespoke dimensions
Measure from the long casing to the axis of the elbow
Double horizontal elbow
Right + left
Left + right
75
90
110
(C)
(A)
(C)
(B)
(A)
135
150
160-315 A Al • 250-400 A Cu
400-1 000 A Al • 630-1 000 A Cu
Bespoke dimensions (mm)
Min
250 ≤
Double vertical elbow
Right + left
158
Max
≤ 900
Left + right
200
(B)
244
244
n Trunking lengths with S120 fire barrier
A, B, C
244
630
160-315 A Al
250-400 A Cu
400-1 000 A Al
630-1 000 A Cu
00
2
A≥
Bespoke dimensions (mm)
Min
300 ≤
n Single elbows – standard dimensions (300 + 300 mm)
A, B, C
Max
≤ 900
Vertical + horizontal elbows
RH + RH
RH + LH
(A)
(B)
90° as standard. Other angles available on request. IP 55 quick
connection
Horizontal elbow
RH
LH
300
300
LH + RH
LH + LH
(C)
Vertical elbow
RH
LH
300
300
Bespoke dimensions (mm)
Min
300 ≤
Max
≤ 900
Horizontal + vertical elbows
RH + RH
RH + LH
LH + RH
LH + LH
(A)
(B)
Bespoke dimensions
Measure from the long casing to the axis of the elbow (see measuring
bespoke dimensions p. 49)
A, B, C
Special horizontal elbow
A
B
Bespoke dimensions (mm)
Min
Max
250 ≤
A
≤ 900
250 ≤
B
≤ 900
(C)
Special vertical elbow
A
B
Bespoke dimensions (mm)
Min
Max
300 ≤
A
≤ 900
300 ≤
B
≤ 900
Bespoke dimensions (mm)
Min
All dimensions (mm) are nominal
300 ≤
A, B, C
Max
≤ 900
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n Horizontal tee
n Metal end feed units
Standard dimensions (300 + 300 + 300 mm)
600
850
600
250
Left hand – male tee
Left hand – female tee
250
290
290
40
850
40
400
196
400
During shipment the stump is positioned in the box to reduce its bulk
Take it out and screw it in the position illustrated here
Opening on the base cable entry : 180 x 290 mm. For plates and holes
dimensions, see p. 46 for the switchboard feed unit with the same rating
Right hand – male tee
Right hand – female tee
RH
LH
n End feed unit with AC23 switch disconnector
Bespoke dimensions
(B)
(A)
(C)
B
Dimensions (mm)
1
Bespoke dimensions (mm)
Min
250 ≤
A
≤ 900
550
1050
B
350
450
C
280
300
D
800
1300
D
C
A, B, C
250
Max
2
A
n Crossover – standard dimensions
(300 + 300 + 300 + 300 mm)
Cable entry
dimensions (mm)
1
180 x 270
2
210 x 380
300
300
300
RH down
LH up
LH down
300
RH up
n End feed units
Cable connection : max. sect. (3 x 120 mm2 + 1 x 70 mm2) or
3 x 150 mm2, max PG 48
550
100
100
240
400
350
350
RH
n Centre feed units
600
290
200
240
550
200
LH
Cable
entry
All dimensions (mm) are nominal
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MR medium rating busbar
technical information (continued)
n In-line bus switch
n End stop
Ensures IP 55 protection at the end of the run (EN 60529)
D
A
240
B
175
40
n Switchboard-transformer feed units
140
250
C
RH
65
LH
RH
250
LH
140
Dimensions (mm)
Type 1
Type 1
Type 2
65
Ø9
Ø11
30
75
Ø11
A
1 050
350
B
450
280
C
300
1 050
D
1 550
20
20
280
125 125
340
Type 2
550
50
90
Dimensions (mm)
Al
Type 1
Type 2
Cu
160 A
250 A
250 A
315 A
315 A
400 A
400 A
630 A
500 A
800 A
630 A
1 000 A
800 A
–
1 000 A
–
All dimensions (mm) are nominal
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n Tap-off boxes
Type 7 250 A
Type 1
250
216
360
195
600
Type 8 400-630 A
260
284
750
216
410
195
Type 2
Type 9 630 A
280
750
400
350
Type 3 32 A
130
200
45
Type 10 800-1 000 A
1 050
300
Type 4 63-160 A
400
250
450
115
Type 5 250-400 A
200
300
560
Type 6 63-160 A
185
240
400
All dimensions (mm) are nominal
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MR medium rating busbar
mounting tap-offs
n Trunking length with 3 outlets
Rising main
Edgeways
1
2
2
3
4
3
4
5
6
5
6
7
8
1
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1
9
1
2
3
4
5
6
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1
2
1
2
3
4
5
6
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
5
6
3
4
5
6
1
2
3
10
Numbers in squares refer to the tap-off box type
4
5
6
9
9
10
n Trunking length with 5 outlets
Rising main
Edgeways
9
2
3
4
4
5
6
2
3
5
2
3
4
3
4
5
6
5
6
2
1
1
1
1
6
10
1
2
1
2
3
1
2
3
3
4
4
5
6
4
5
6
5
6
1
2
3
4
5
6
1
2
3
1
2
3
4
5
6
4
5
6
non-usable
1
2
3
4
5
6
non-usable
Numbers in squares refer to the tap-off box type
1
2
3
1
2
3
4
5
6
4
5
6
9
9
10
Note : in lengths with 5 outlets, using an outlet excludes the use of
the next one
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MR medium rating busbar
technical information
n Beam fixing bracket
n Suspension brackets
540
20
148
208
112
172
143
206
146
260
146
260
147
8·5 x 13
Ø7
65
50
175
B
45
C
40
A
Cat. Nos.
A–B
50632001
B
50632003
C
50632205
n Triple cable channel
60
C
A
110
n Wall fixing bracket
11 x 25
40
500
60
170
450 / 550 / 750
25 x 7
50
n Measuring bespoke dimensions
Straight lengths
Always measure from the long side of the casing as illustrated
n Ceiling fixing bracket kit
130
100
240
98
Asole 11 x 25
98
50
L
30
Ø8·2
100
Ø11
500 / 1 000 / 2 000
57
Elbows
Measure from the long casing to the axis of the elbow
A
B
B
B
B
A
A
A
All dimensions (mm) are nominal
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MR medium rating busbar
how to design the system
1 Use end feed unit LH – left hand
This gives the neutral bar
positioning on the right of
elements and the tap-off box with
cable entry at the base
2 Use the vertical hanger for
rising main as a function of the
run weight
For vertical lengths less than
4 metres fit on the base of the
busbar a vertical bracket (Cat. No.
50403711) for longer lengths use
vertical suspension hanger
(Cat. No. 50403712) every 300 kg
of rising main
L1 PE L2 N L3
7
6
3 Use standard suspension
brackets with spacer 40 mm
every 2 m of the rising main
8
3
4 Use straight lengths with plug
outlets on one side
8
5
5 Use the straight length with
fire barrier to maintain the fire
resistance of the floor
Please specify the position of the
internal fire barrier before placing
an order (see p. 140)
8
8
6 The tap-off box can be installed
on the joint between the
elements or on the outlets
4
7 At the end of the rising main use
the end cover IP 55
Before mounting the end cover
remove the monobloc prefitted on
the last element of rising main
2
8 Maintain the plug outlet covers
to guarantee the degree of
protection IP 55 to the run
1
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MR medium rating busbar
how to create codes for SB/MR adaptors
MR
1 200
600
250
400
350
40
SB
Left hand
290
L1
PE
L2
N
L3
Right hand
SB
L1
PE
L2
N
L3
5 0
4
0
0
2
2
1
Conductors
0 Aluminium
5 Copper
Case
0
1
2
3
Galvanised
Full galvanised
Painted
Full painted
Type
2 Right
3 Left
Rating
1 160 A
2 250 A
3 315 A
4 400 A
5 630 A
6 800 A
7 1 000 A
8 500 A
Example code
50400226
means
Aluminium
Galvanised
Type RH
800 A
55420235
means
Copper
Full galvanised
Type LH
630 A
NOTE
SB is a previous range of Zucchini medium rating busbar
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MR medium rating busbar – 4 conductor (aluminium)
technical data
Complies to :
IEC 439-1 and 2, BS EN 60439 part 1 and 2,
DIN VDE 0660 part 500 and 502
Suitable for the following climates :
Constant humid climate (DIN IEC 68 and 2 – 3)
Cyclical humid climate (DIN IEC 68 and 2 – 30)
3L+N+PE (Aluminium)
Rated current
In (A)
Operational voltage
Ue (V)
Insulation voltage
Ui (V)
Frequency
ƒ (Hz)
Rated shortcircuit current withstand for 3-phase fault (1 s)
Icw (kA)rms
I2† (M A2s)
Specific Energy withstand for 3-phase fault
Ipk (kA)
Peak current
Icw (kA)rms
Rated short-time current for single-phase fault Ph-N(1 s)
Ipk (kA)
Peak current for single-phase fault Ph-N
Icw (kA)rms
Rated short-time current single-phase fault Ph-PE (1 s)
Ipk (kA)
Peak current single-phase fault Ph-PE
R20 (mΩ/m)
Phase resistance at 20°C
R† (mΩ/m)
Phase resistance at thermal conditions (In; 40°C)
X (mΩ/m)
Phase reactance (50 Hz)
Rn20 (mΩ/m)
Neutral resistance at 20°C
Xn (mΩ/m)
Neutral reactance (50 Hz)
RPE (mΩ/m)
Resistance of the protective bar
XPE (mΩ/m)
Reactance of the protective bar (50 Hz)
RPh-Pe fault loop (mΩ/m)
Resistance of the phase-Pe fault loop
XRPh-Pe fault loop (mΩ/m)
Reactance of the phase-Pe fault loop (50 Hz)
RPh-N fault loop (mΩ/m)
Resistance of the phase-neutral fault loop
Reactance of the phase-neutral fault loop (50 Hz) XRPh-N fault loop (mΩ/m)
∆v (V/m/A)10-6 cosj = 0·70
∆v (V/m/A)10-6 cosj = 0·75
∆v (V/m/A)10-6 cosj = 0·80
Voltage “k” drop coeff. with
Voltage “k” drop coeff. with
∆v (V/m/A)10-6 cosj = 0·85
distribuited load (k)
distributed load (k)
∆v (V/m/A)10-6 cosj = 0·90
∆v (V/m/A)10-6 cosj = 0·95
∆v (V/m/A)10-6 cosj = 0·00
P (W/m)
Losses for the Joule effect at nominal current
(kWh/m)
Fire load
p (kg/m)
Weight
L x H (mm)
Overall dimensions of the busbar
IP
Degree of protection (CEI EN60529)
IK
IK code CEI EN60068-2-62
160
1 000
1 000
50/60
151
23
30
91
15
91
15
0·492
0·665
0·260
0·492
0·260
0·341
0·220
1·006
0·480
1·157
0·480
564
581
596
608
616
617
576
51
1·3
7·4
76 x 195
52-55
10
250
1 000
1 000
50/60
251
63
53
151
30
151
30
0·328
0·443
0·202
0·328
0·202
0·341
0·220
0·784
0·414
0·771
0·422
394
404
412
418
422
419
384
83
1·3
7·7
76 x 195
52-55
10
315
1 000
1 000
50/60
251
63
53
151
30
151
30
0·197
0·266
0·186
0·197
0·186
0·341
0·220
0·607
0·396
0·463
0·406
276
279
281
281
277
269
230
79
1·3
8·4
76 x 195
52-55
10
400
1 000
1 000
50/60
25
625
53
15
30
15
30
0·120
0·163
0·130
0·120
0·130
0·283
0·180
0·445
0·333
0·283
0·310
179
180
180
179
176
169
141
78
1·8
10·7
136 x 195
52-55
10
500
1 000
1 000
50/60
30
900
63
18
36
18
36
0·077
0·104
0·110
0·077
0·110
0·283
0·180
0·387
0·333
0·181
0·290
131
130
129
127
122
115
90
78
1·8
12·3
136 x 195
52-55
10
630
1 000
1 000
50/60
36
1 296
76
22
45
22
45
0·060
0·081
0·097
0·060
0·097
0·283
0·180
0·364
0·283
0·141
0·277
109
108
107
104
100
93
70
97
1·8
13·8
136 x 195
52-55
10
800
1 000
1 000
1 000
1 000
1 000
50/60
50/60
36
36
1 296
1 296
76
76
22
22
45
45
22
22
45
45
0·052
0·039
0·070
0·053
0·096
0·093
0·052
0·039
0·096
0·093
0·283
0·283
0·180
0·180
0·353
0·336
0·275
0·273
0·121
0·093
0·276
0·186
102
90
100
88
98
85
95
82
91
77
83
69
60
46
134
160
1·8
1·8
14·7
15·9
136 x 195 136 x 195
52-55
52-55
10
10
1 : Values for 0·1 s
Temperature rating schedule
Mean room temperature (°C)
K1 factor
15
20
25
30
35
40
45
50
55
60
1·15
1·12
1·08
1·05
1·025
1
0·975
0·95
0·93
0·89
Multiplier coefficient of nominal rating for room temperature values different from 40°C
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MR medium rating busbar – 4 conductor (copper)
technical data
Complies to :
IEC 439-1 and 2, BS EN 60439 part 1 and 2,
DIN VDE 0660 part 500 and 502
Suitable for the following climates :
Constant humid climate (DIN IEC 68 and 2 – 3)
Cyclical humid climate (DIN IEC 68 and 2 – 30)
3L+N+PE (Copper)
In (A)
Rated current
Ue (V)
Operational voltage
Ui (V)
Insulation voltage
ƒ (Hz)
Frequency
Icw (kA)rms
Rated shortcircuit current withstand for 3-phase fault (1 s)
I2† (M A2s)
Specific Energy withstand for 3-phase fault
Ipk (kA)
Peak current
Icw (kA)rms
Rated short-time current for single-phase fault Ph-N(1 s)
Ipk (kA)
Peak current for single-phase fault Ph-N
Icw (kA)rms
Rated short-time current single-phase fault Ph-PE (1 s)
Ipk (kA)
Peak current single-phase fault Ph-PE
R20 (mΩ/m)
Phase resistance at 20°C
R† (mΩ/m)
Phase resistance at thermal conditions (In; 40°C)
X (mΩ/m)
Phase reactance (50 Hz)
Rn20 (mΩ/m)
Neutral resistance at 20°C
Xn (mΩ/m)
Neutral reactance (50 Hz)
RPE (mΩ/m)
Resistance of the protective bar
XPE (mΩ/m)
Reactance of the protective bar (50 Hz)
RPh-Pe fault loop (mΩ/m)
Resistance of the phase-Pe fault loop
XRPh-Pe fault loop (mΩ/m)
Reactance of the phase-Pe fault loop (50 Hz)
RPh-N fault loop (mΩ/m)
Resistance of the phase-neutral fault loop
XRPh-N fault loop (mΩ/m)
Reactance of the phase-neutral fault loop (50 Hz)
∆v (V/m/A)10-6 cosj = 0·70
∆v (V/m/A)10-6 cosj = 0·75
∆v (V/m/A)10-6 cosj = 0·80
Voltage “k” drop coeff. with
Voltage “k” drop
coeff. with
∆v (V/m/A)10-6 cosj = 0·85
distribuited
load (k)
distributed load (k)
∆v (V/m/A)10-6 cosj = 0·90
∆v (V/m/A)10-6 cosj = 0·95
∆v (V/m/A)10-6 cosj = 0·00
P (W/m)
Losses for the Joule effect at nominal current
(kWh/m)
Fire load
p (kg/m)
Weight
L x H (mm)
Overall dimensions of the busbar
IP
Degree of protection (CEI EN60529)
IK
IK code CEI EN60068-2-62
250
1 000
1 000
50/60
251
63
53
151
30
151
30
0·237
0·320
0·205
0·237
0·205
0·336
0·220
0·657
0·425
0·558
0·425
321
326
329
329
327
319
277
60
1·3
9·3
76 x 195
52-55
10
315
1 000
1 000
50/60
251
63
53
151
30
151
30
0·180
0·243
0·188
0·180
0·188
0·336
0·220
0·579
0·408
0·423
0·408
263
265
266
264
260
251
210
72
1·3
10·2
76 x 195
52-55
10
400
1 000
1 000
50/60
301
90
63
181
36
181
36
0·096
0·129
0·129
0·096
0·129
0·336
0·220
0·466
0·349
0·225
0·349
158
158
157
154
149
141
112
62
1·3
13·3
76 x 195
52-55
10
630
1 000
1 000
50/60
36
1 296
76
22
45
22
45
0·061
0·082
0·122
0·061
0·122
0·279
0·180
0·361
0·302
0·143
0·302
125
123
120
116
110
101
71
98
1·8
18·2
136 x 195
52-55
10
800
1 000
1 000
50/60
36
1 296
76
22
45
22
45
0·040
0·053
0·122
0·040
0·122
0·279
0·180
0·332
0·302
0·093
0·302
108
105
100
95
88
77
46
103
1·8
23·9
136 x 195
52-55
10
1 000
1 000
1 000
50/60
36
1 296
76
22
45
22
45
0·032
0·043
0·120
0·032
0·120
0·279
0·180
0·322
0·300
0·074
0·300
100
96
92
86
79
68
37
128
1·8
27·9
136 x 195
52-55
10
1 : Values for 0·1 s
Temperature rating schedule
Mean room temperature (°C)
K1 factor
15
20
25
30
35
40
45
50
55
60
1·15
1·12
1·08
1·05
1·025
1
0·975
0·95
0·93
0·89
Multiplier coefficient of nominal rating for room temperature values different from 40°C
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MR medium rating busbar – five conductor (aluminium)
technical data
Complies to :
IEC 439-1 and 2, BS EN 60439 part 1 and 2,
DIN VDE 0660 part 500 and 502
Suitable for the following climates :
Constant humid climate (DIN IEC 68 and 2 – 3)
Cyclical humid climate (DIN IEC 68 and 2 – 30)
3L+N 100% +PE 100% (Aluminium)
Rated current
In (A)
Operational voltage
Ue (V)
Insulation voltage
Ui (V)
Frequency
ƒ (Hz)
Rated shortcircuit current withstand for 3-phase fault (1 s)
Icw (kA)rms
I2† (M A2s)
Specific Energy withstand for 3-phase fault
Ipk (kA)
Peak current
Icw (kA)rms
Rated short-time current for single-phase fault Ph-N(1 s)
Ipk (kA)
Peak current for single-phase fault Ph-N
Icw (kA)rms
Rated short-time current single-phase fault Ph-PE (1 s)
Ipk (kA)
Peak current single-phase fault Ph-PE
R20 (mΩ/m)
Phase resistance at 20°C
R† (mΩ/m)
Phase resistance at thermal conditions (In; 40°C)
X (mΩ/m)
Phase reactance (50 Hz)
Rn20 (mΩ/m)
Neutral resistance at 20°C
Xn (mΩ/m)
Neutral reactance (50 Hz)
RPE (mΩ/m)
Resistance of the protective bar
XPE (mΩ/m)
Reactance of the protective bar (50 Hz)
RPh-Pe fault loop (mΩ/m)
Resistance of the phase-Pe fault loop
XRPh-Pe fault loop (mΩ/m)
Reactance of the phase-Pe fault loop (50 Hz)
RPh-N fault loop (mΩ/m)
Resistance of the phase-neutral fault loop
Reactance of the phase-neutral fault loop (50 Hz) XRPh-N fault loop (mΩ/m)
∆v (V/m/A)10-6 cosj = 0·70
∆v (V/m/A)10-6 cosj = 0·75
∆v (V/m/A)10-6 cosj = 0·80
Voltage “k” drop coeff. with
Voltage “k” drop coeff. with
∆v (V/m/A)10-6 cosj = 0·85
distribuited load (k)
distributed load (k)
∆v (V/m/A)10-6 cosj = 0·90
∆v (V/m/A)10-6 cosj = 0·95
∆v (V/m/A)10-6 cosj = 0·00
P (W/m)
Losses for the Joule effect at nominal current
(kWh/m)
Fire load
p (kg/m)
Weight
L x H (mm)
Overall dimensions of the busbar
IP
Degree of protection (CEI EN60529)
IK
IK code CEI EN60068-2-62
160
1 000
1 000
50/60
151
23
30
91
15
91
15
0·492
0·665
0·260
0·492
0·260
0·202
0·119
0·866
0·379
1·157
0·520
564
581
596
608
616
617
576
51
1·3
7·6
76 x 195
52-55
10
250
1 000
1 000
50/60
251
63
53
151
30
151
30
0·328
0·443
0·202
0·328
0·202
0·167
0·105
0·611
0·307
0·771
0·404
394
404
412
418
422
419
384
83
1·3
8·0
76 x 195
52-55
10
315
1 000
1 000
50/60
251
63
53
151
30
151
30
0·197
0·266
0·186
0·197
0·186
0·125
0·101
0·391
0·287
0·463
0·372
276
279
281
281
277
269
230
79
1·3
8·9
76 x 195
52-55
10
400
1 000
1 000
50/60
25
625
53
15
30
15
30
0·120
0·163
0·130
0·120
0·130
0·084
0·075
0·247
0·205
0·283
0·260
179
180
180
179
176
169
141
78
1·8
11·4
136 x 195
52-55
10
500
1 000
1 000
50/60
30
900
63
18
36
18
36
0·077
0·104
0·110
0·077
0·110
0·060
0·068
0·164
0·178
0·181
0·220
131
130
129
127
122
115
90
78
1·8
13·5
136 x 195
52-55
10
630
1 000
1 000
50/60
36
1 296
76
22
45
22
45
0·060
0·081
0·097
0·060
0·097
0·050
0·063
0·131
0·160
0·141
0·194
109
108
107
104
100
93
70
97
1·8
15·2
136 x 195
52-55
10
800
1 000
1 000
1 000
1 000
1 000
50/60
50/60
36
36
1 296
1 296
76
76
22
22
45
45
22
22
45
45
0·052
0·039
0·070
0·053
0·096
0·093
0·052
0·039
0·096
0·093
0·044
0·034
0·063
0·061
0·113
0·087
0·159
0·154
0·121
0·093
0·192
0·186
102
90
100
88
98
85
95
82
91
77
83
69
60
46
134
160
1·8
1·8
16·4
17·9
136 x 195 136 x 195
52-55
52-55
10
10
1 : Values for 0·1 s
Temperature rating schedule
Mean room temperature (°C)
K1 factor
15
20
25
30
35
40
45
50
55
60
1·15
1·12
1·08
1·05
1·025
1
0·975
0·95
0·93
0·89
Multiplier coefficient of nominal rating for room temperature values different from 40°C
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MR medium rating busbar – five conductor (copper)
technical data
Complies to :
IEC 439-1 and 2, BS EN 60439 part 1 and 2,
DIN VDE 0660 part 500 and 502
Suitable for the following climates :
Constant humid climate (DIN IEC 68 and 2 – 3)
Cyclical humid climate (DIN IEC 68 and 2 – 30)
3L+N 100% +PE 100% (Copper)
In (A)
Rated current
Ue (V)
Operational voltage
Ui (V)
Insulation voltage
ƒ (Hz)
Frequency
Icw (kA)rms
Rated shortcircuit current withstand for 3-phase fault (1 s)
I2† (M A2s)
Specific Energy withstand for 3-phase fault
Ipk (kA)
Peak current
Icw (kA)rms
Rated short-time current for single-phase fault Ph-N(1 s)
Ipk (kA)
Peak current for single-phase fault Ph-N
Icw (kA)rms
Rated short-time current single-phase fault Ph-PE (1 s)
Ipk (kA)
Peak current single-phase fault Ph-PE
R20 (mΩ/m)
Phase resistance at 20°C
R† (mΩ/m)
Phase resistance at thermal conditions (In; 40°C)
X (mΩ/m)
Phase reactance (50 Hz)
Rn20 (mΩ/m)
Neutral resistance at 20°C
Xn (mΩ/m)
Neutral reactance (50 Hz)
RPE (mΩ/m)
Resistance of the protective bar
XPE (mΩ/m)
Reactance of the protective bar (50 Hz)
RPh-Pe fault loop (mΩ/m)
Resistance of the phase-Pe fault loop
XRPh-Pe fault loop (mΩ/m)
Reactance of the phase-Pe fault loop (50 Hz)
RPh-N fault loop (mΩ/m)
Resistance of the phase-neutral fault loop
XRPh-N fault loop (mΩ/m)
Reactance of the phase-neutral fault loop (50 Hz)
∆v (V/m/A)10-6 cosj = 0·70
∆v (V/m/A)10-6 cosj = 0·75
∆v (V/m/A)10-6 cosj = 0·80
Voltage “k” drop coeff. with
Voltage “k” drop
coeff. with
∆v (V/m/A)10-6 cosj = 0·85
distribuited
load (k)
distributed load (k)
∆v (V/m/A)10-6 cosj = 0·90
∆v (V/m/A)10-6 cosj = 0·95
∆v (V/m/A)10-6 cosj = 0·00
P (W/m)
Losses for the Joule effect at nominal current
(kWh/m)
Fire load
p (kg/m)
Weight
L x H (mm)
Overall dimensions of the busbar
IP
Degree of protection (CEI EN60529)
IK
IK code CEI EN60068-2-62
250
1 000
1 000
50/60
251
63
53
151
30
151
30
0·237
0·320
0·205
0·237
0·205
0·139
0·106
0·460
0·311
0·558
0·311
321
326
329
329
327
319
277
60
1·3
10·0
76 x 195
52-55
10
315
1 000
1 000
50/60
251
63
53
151
30
151
30
0·180
0·243
0·188
0·180
0·188
0·117
0·101
0·360
0·289
0·423
0·289
263
265
266
264
260
251
210
72
1·3
11·1
76 x 195
52-55
10
400
1 000
1 000
50/60
301
90
63
181
36
181
36
0·096
0·129
0·129
0·096
0·129
0·075
0·081
0·204
0·210
0·225
0·210
158
158
157
154
149
141
112
62
1·3
14·9
76 x 195
52-55
10
630
1 000
1 000
50/60
36
1 296
76
22
45
22
45
0·061
0·082
0·122
0·061
0·122
0·050
0·073
0·132
0·195
0·143
0·195
125
123
120
116
110
101
71
98
1·8
20·8
136 x 195
52-55
10
800
1 000
1 000
50/60
36
1 296
76
22
45
22
45
0·040
0·053
0·122
0·040
0·122
0·035
0·073
0·088
0·195
0·093
0·195
108
105
100
95
88
77
46
103
1·8
27·9
136 x 195
52-55
10
1 000
1 000
1 000
50/60
36
1 296
76
22
45
22
45
0·032
0·043
0·120
0·032
0·120
0·028
0·072
0·071
0·192
0·074
0·192
100
96
92
86
79
68
37
128
1·8
32·9
136 x 195
52-55
10
1 : Values for 0·1 s
Temperature rating schedule
Mean room temperature (°C)
K1 factor
15
20
25
30
35
40
45
50
55
60
1·15
1·12
1·08
1·05
1·025
1
0·975
0·95
0·93
0·89
Multiplier coefficient of nominal rating for room temperature values different from 40°C
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MR medium rating busbar
determining the operating current of a busbar
In order to determine the correct busbar rating, the current must be
established using the following criteria :
• type of load inputs – three phase or single-phase
• type of circuit input – from one end, from both ends, central input, etc.
• nominal input voltage
• number, power and cosj of loads which are to be fed by the busbar
• load diversity factor
• load use nominal factor
• assumed short circuit current at the input point
• room temperature
• type of busbar installation (edgeways, flat or vertical)
When using a three phase power supply, the operating current is
determined by the following formula :
Ib = PTOT • a • b • d
(A)
√3 • Ue • cosj medium
Where :
Ib
a
b
d
PTOT
Ue
cosj medium
operating current (A)
load diversity factor (.)
load use factor (.)
feed factor (.)
sum of the total active power of installed loads (W)
operating voltage (V)
average load power factor (.)
15
k, thermal correction
factor (.)
20
25
30
35
1·15 1·12 1·08 1·05 1·025
40
1
45
50
55
Int ≥ Ib
I
nt
60
0·975 0·95 0·93 0·89
Finally, the following should be considered for the most appropriate
busbar choice :
= k1 • In
where Int represents the maximum current loaded by a busbar for an
indefinite time at the specified room temperature
k• Ib • L
∆v% = b •
• 100
Vn
Defined :
Ib
Vn
L
∆v%
b
k
b=2
The ‘d’ input factor has a value of 1 when the busbar is fed from one
end only. The value is 1/2 if fed from the centre or if it is fed from
each end
Once the operating current has been determined, choose the busbar
with a rated current immediately higher than the one calculated
All Zucchini products have been designed and tested for an average
room temperature of 40°C; should they be installed in rooms with
average daily temperatures different from 40°C, the rated current of the
busbar should be multiplied by a k1 factor that is greater than the unit
for temperatures lower than 40°C, and lower than the unit if the room
temperature is higher than 40°C
Room
temperature (°C)
Voltage drop
If the length of the line is particularly long (>100m) it is necessary to check
the voltage drop (hereinafter specified as v.d.). If the installation is a three
phase system and the power factor is not lower than cos = 0.7 the v.d.
may be calculated with the coefficients of the voltage drop specified in the
technical data table.
b=1
b = 0·5
b = 0·5
b = 0·25
= the current that supplies the busbar (A)
= the voltage power supply of the busbar (V)
= the length of the busbar (m)
= the voltage drop percentage
= the distribution factor of the current (.)
= corresponding voltage drop factor
a cosj (V/m/A) (see technical data table, p. 52-55)
The current distribution factor “b” depends on how the
circuit is fed and on the distribution of the electric loads
along the busbar :
Supplies at one end and load
at the end of the line
Ib
Supplies at one end and with
load evenly distributed
Ib
Supplies at both ends and with
load evenly distributed
Ib
Central supply with loads
at both ends
Ib
L
L
Ib
L
Ib
2
Central supply with load
distributed evenly
Ib
2
L
Ib
Example : MR 400 A Al for riser mains feed
Ib
b=1
k = 179
Cosj
L
Vn
= 315 A operating current
= supply from one end
= see technical data table, p. 52-55
= 0·85
= 30 m line length
= 400 V operating voltage
∆v% = 1x
179 • 10-6 • 315 • 30
x100 = 0·42%
400
Short circuit current
The short circuit current value ICW that can be supported by Zucchini busbar
trunking systems allows for both electrodynamic stress and thermal energy
dissipated during the fault
The busbars must be able to sustain the short circuit current for the entire
duration of the fault – i.e. for the time required for the protective device (circuit
breaker) to start operating, cutting off the metal continuity and extinguishing
the electric arc
Joule effect losses
Losses due to the Joule effect are essentially caused by the electrical
resistance of the busbar. Lost energy is transformed into heat and
contributes to the heating of the conduit
Three phase rating
P = 3 • Rt • Ib2 • 10-3(W/m)
Single phase rating
P = 2 • Rt • Ib2 • 10-3(W/m)
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ZuccHInI tS trolleY sYstem BuSBar
The Zucchini TS busbar range is ideal for supplying 25 to 160 A
three phase loads to moving devices such as overhead cranes,
traversing motors, assembly lines, etc.
Suitable for straight and curved sections with horizontal
route changes, TS busbar is quick and easy to install using an
electrical terminal junction and a wide range of supporting
accessories.
Versions include :
• 3L+N+PE (5 conductors)
• 3L+PE (4 conductors)
To find out more call our technical support team on
+44 (0) 845 600 6266
ZuccHInI BuSBar guIde
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