PowerLogic BCPM
branch circuit power meter
Control the cost, reliability and quality of your electric power
Contents
●Applications
A summary of the key applications and their benefits
●Offer Overview
Main features and benefits, feature set details & comparison, accuracy and
component details, and software support information
●Specifications & Dimensions
Specifications, standards and component dimensions
●Installation Details
Illustrated installation examples for both PowerLogic BCPM options
●Order Options (split-core CT BCPM only)
Two options for ordering your split-core CT BCPM
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PowerLogic BCPM
APPLICATIONS
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Designed for data centers and critical power
operations
●The BCPM provides data center
managers with information that lets
them:
● Maximize uptime and avoid outages
● Efficiently use existing
infrastructure
● Effectively plan future infrastructure
needs
● Easily allocate costs
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Application details
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● Maximize uptime and avoid outages
● The BCPM has advanced alarming
capabilities to alert you of a potential issue
before it occurs
●Set sensitivity parameters so an alarm
is triggered when current approaches
any breaker limit
●Alarms distinguish between past
events and alarm states that are still
occurring
● Analyze the alarm history to assess areas
that may need additional capacity to
prevent future issues
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Application details
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● Efficiently use existing infrastructure
● The BCPM provides information on energy
use at the circuit level
●Track infrastructure usage levels
●Adjust circuit loading to distribute load
●Avoid capital cost investments by
maximizing usage of existing
infrastructure
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Application details
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● Effectively plan future infrastructure
needs
● The BCPM can provide historical usage
data, to ensure that new infrastructure
projects are sized correctly
●Track usage at the circuit level
●Develop reports on historical usage
patterns
●Use reporting to accurately predict
future needs
●Create infrastructure projects that
are appropriately sized
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Application details
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● Easily allocate costs
● Allocate costs based on per rack
energy consumption
● Track usage patterns and determine
areas of potential savings
● Create ongoing reporting structures to
effectively manage costs
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PowerLogic BCPM
OFFER OVERVIEW
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Two designs to serve your needs!
BCPM with solid-core CTs
BCPM with split-core CTs
● Designed for new installations
● Designed for retrofit applications
● Best suited for installations where
● Also suitable for new installations
either 42 or 84 circuits will be
where circuit breaker spacing is not 1”
monitored and circuit breaker spacing
(26 mm) or 3/4 “ (19 mm), or where
is either 1” (26 mm) or ¾” (19 mm)
the number of branch circuits to be
monitored is not 42 or 84
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How do they differ? What’s the same?
Solid-core CT BCPM
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Split-core CT BCPM
Branch circuit CT support
•100 A solid core CTs mounted
on CT strips
•Customer orders either 42 or 84
CT version of the solid core
BCPM
Mains monitoring
•Auxiliary CT inputs for mains monitoring
•1/3 V split core CTs are used for mains monitoring
Feature sets
•Advanced – BCPM A, full power and energy on all circuits,
branches plus mains
•Intermediate – BCPM B, full power and energy on mains, current
only on branches
•Basic – BCPM C, current only on mains and branches
Accuracy
•Accuracy is specified as a system, which includes both the BCPM
meter and the branch circuit CTs
•Power and energy at the branch level: 3%
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•50 A and 100 A CTs supported
•Customer can mix and match
CT sizes on the same meter
•CT ratings and quantity
specified at time of order
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How do they differ? What’s the same?
Solid Core BCPM
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Split Core BCPM
Alarming
•Full alarming for load on every circuit
•User selectable alarm levels based on percentage of circuit
breaker size: provides warning and critical alarms on both high and
low current levels
Form factor
•The Solid Core BCPM and the Split Core BCPM use the same
form factor for the printed circuit board
Communications
•Modbus over RS-485
Software support
•PowerLogic ION Enterprise, PowerLogic System Manager and
PowerLogic SCADA
•ION Setup for initial configuration
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BCPM key features and benefits
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● Advanced alarming capabilities
● Multiple alarm levels to protect your
system
●Low-low, low, high, high-high
●Warns of potential issues and allows
operators to respond proactively
●User defined alarm set-points
● Alarms are both instantaneous and
latching
● Alarm counters track alarms on each
circuit to ensure valuable historical data is
maintained and potential problem areas
are tracked
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High Alarm
Latched
No Alarm
Latched
AMPS
High High
High
Ch. 1
Ch. 2
Low Alarm
Latched
Low Low Alarm
Latched
Low
Low Low
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TIME
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BCPM key features and benefits
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● Flexible installation options
● New construction and retrofit installations
● Single-phase and 3-phase circuit metering
● Designed to fit any PDU or RPP
● See-through polycarbonate panel available
•Easily route cable and view LEDs from
any angle
•Cover branding opportunities offered
● Solid-core CT BCPM
●¾” and 1” CT spacing available
●Supports multiple strip configurations:
inline, top feed, bottom feed
● Split-core CT BCPM
●Not restricted to specific CT spacing
●Mix and match different CT sizes on the
adapter board
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BCPM key features and benefits
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● Low cost per meter point
● Monitor 92 circuits with a single BCPM
●Up to 84 branch circuits
●Two sets of 4 inputs for mains monitoring CTs
● Cost effective communications
● Modbus over RS485
●Easily integrate the BCPM into existing networks
● High accuracy and dynamic range
● Accurate at low current values, down to ¼ Amp
● BCPM products are calibrated as a system, including both CTs and meter,
which ensures that the total system accuracy is high
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Feature set details and comparison
BCPM
Advanced
Intermediate
Basic
The BCPM is available
in 3 feature sets:
Circuit metering (measurements per circuit)
Current
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Advanced (Option A)
features power and
energy calculations on
every circuit
Present and max current demand
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Max current
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Power
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Present and max demand
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Intermediate (Option B)
includes power and
energy on the mains,
and current only on the
branch circuits
kVA
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Energy
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Power factor
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Current, per phase
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Basic (Option C)
measures power only on
every circuit
Max current, per phase
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Present and max current demand, per phase
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Power per phase
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Energy per phase
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Power Factor, total and per phase
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Voltage, line to line and average L-L
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Voltage, line to neutral and average L-N
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Frequency (Phase A)
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Note: The feature set
options are available on
both the solid core CT
and split core CT BCPM
Mains metering (measurements per mains)
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Accuracy details
Mains monitoring, using auxiliary inputs (accuracy excludes 1/3 V CTs)
Current Accuracy:
2% of reading from 1-10% of rated CT current
1% of reading from 10-100% of rated CT current
Voltage Accuracy:
1% of reading from 90 V to 277 Vac, Line to Neutral
Energy Accuracy:
IEC 61036 Class 1, ANSI C12.1-2001
Branch Circuit monitoring, with solid core or split core CTs (solid core
CTs shown in figure)
Note all Branch Circuit accuracy specifications include both the meter
and the CTs, as a system.
Current Accuracy:
Solid Core CTs 1% of reading (2 A to 100 A)
2% of reading (0.25 A to 2 A)
Split Core CTs
BCPM Sample Installation
Meter and solid core CT strips shown in an 84 circuit PDU. PDU
configuration is 2 x 42 circuit side-by-side panel boards, with top-fed
mains. Note that the ribbon cables are not shown in the figure.
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2% of reading (2 A to 100 A)
3% of reading (0.25 A to 2 A)
Energy Accuracy (Solid Core and Split Core CTs):
3% of reading (2-100A), +_0.8 PF
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Components - BCPM with solid-core CTs
1/3 V split-core CT (LVCT)
for mains monitoring.
Solid-core CT strip – 21 CTs per
strip. CT spacing is either 19 mm
or 26 mm
Flat ribbon cable
Round ribbon cable
Note: Flat ribbon cable is best used when the
PCB and CT strips are both mounted inside the
PDU. Round ribbon cable is preferable when
the PCB is in an external enclosure that
requires threading the cable through a conduit.
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Components - BCPM with split-core CTs
1/3 V split-core CT (LVCT)
for mains monitoring.
100 A branch split-core CT
Round ribbon cable
50 A branch split-core CT
Note: Flat ribbon cable is best used when the
PCB and CTs are both mounted inside the
PDU. Round ribbon cable is preferable when
the PCB is in an external enclosure that
requires threading the cable through a conduit.
BCPM split-core CT adapter board
Flat ribbon cable
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Component details: split-core CT BCPM
Each side of the adapter board has
terminals for 21 CTs. The adapter boards
can be separated along the center line.
The ribbon cable connects the
adapter board to the main PCB.
Maximum cable length is 6 m.
Maximum lead length is 6 m.
50 A split-core CT
100 A split-core CT
The main printed circuit board can be installed
in a panel or in a separate enclosure.
The adapter boards have
terminals for both the split-core
CTs and the ribbon cable.
Adapter boards are typically
installed in the panel that is
being monitored.
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The BCPM-SC supports both
50 A and 100 A split-core CTs.
Both sizes of CTs can be
installed on any adapter board.
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ION Enterprise software support
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● Visual overview of your
installation in ION Enterprise
Vista
BCPM on each panel
● Power, current and power
factor measurements for each
channel
● Voltage and frequency
measurements for panel
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ION Enterprise software support
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● Easily change alarm levels
● Quickly view the entire
panel alarm status
● See the status for every
alarm channel
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PowerLogic BCPM
SPECIFICATIONS & DIMENSIONS
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Specifications: solid-core/split-core CT BCPM
● Specifications
● Update rate: 1.2 sec per panel board, 2.4 sec for auxiliary inputs
● Sampling Frequency: 2560 Hz
● Frequency: 50/60 Hz
● Overload capability: 10 k AIC
● Input power: 90 V - 277 V ac
● Ribbon cable support: up to 20 ft (6.1 M)
● Operating temperature range: 0º C - 60º C (32º C to 140º C)
(<95% RH, non-condensing)
● Storage temperature range: -40º C to 70º C (-40º F to 158º F)
● Standards and safety
● UL 508, “open type” device
● Installation category: CAT II or CAT III
● Critical components evaluated to UL 1950
● IEC Rating: EN 61010
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Specifications: 1/3 Volt low-voltage CTs
● The BCPM uses 1/3 V output split-core CTs for the
auxiliary inputs
● These CTs are ordered separately from the BCPM
● Specifications
● Accuracy: 1% from 10% to 100% of rated current
● Frequency range: 50/60 Hz
● Operating temperature range: -15°C to 60°C
● Storage temperature range: -40°C to 70°C
● Humidity range: 0 to 95% non-condensing
● Leads: 18 AWG, 600 V ac, UL 1015 twisted pair
● 1.8 m standard length
● Max. voltage L-N sensed conductor: 600 V ac
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Dimensions: circuit board, solid-core CT strip
● Main PCB – 7.3”(184 mm) x 5.8”(146 mm)
● ¾” strips – 20.5”(241 mm) x 1.0”(26 mm)
● 1” strips – 24”(609 mm) x 1.0”(26 mm)
Main PCB and bracket dimensions
CT strip dimensions (¾” solid core CTs)
8.3”
(211mm)
20.5”
521
1.0
26
0.75
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5.8”
Side View
4.8” (146mm)
(122mm)
0.4 opening
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Right strip shown
0.75 on center
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1.0
26
7.3”
(184mm)
8.9”
(288mm)
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0.8
20
20.31”
515
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Dimensions: 1/3 Volt low-voltage CT
Small form factor (100/200/300 Amp)
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A = 96 mm
B = 30 mm
C = 31 mm
D = 30 mm
E = 100 mm
F = 121 mm
Medium form factor (400/600/800 Amp)
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A = 125 mm
B = 73 mm
C = 62 mm
D = 30 mm
E = 132 mm
F = 151 mm
Large form factor (800/1000/1200/1600/2000/2400 Amp)
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A = 125 mm
B = 139 mm
C = 62 mm
D = 30 mm
E = 201 mm
F = 151 mm
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PowerLogic BCPM
INSTALLATION DETAILS
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Installation details: solid-core CT BCPM
Circuit Monitoring
4 CT strips monitor 84 circuits
Mains Monitoring
(CTs ordered separately)
Current transducers
(1/3 VAC)
BCPM PCB
21 CT Strip
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Sample installation ONE : split-core CT BCPM
Monitored
Panel:
42 Circuit
Breaker
Version
Shown
1/3 VAC Output Mains
Monitoring Split-Core CT
50 A or 100 A
Branch Monitoring
Split-Core CT
Ribbon Cable
Adapter Board
Printed Circuit Board
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Sample installation TWO : split-core CT BCPM
External Enclosure
Printed Circuit Board
Adapter Board
1/3 VAC Output Mains
Monitoring Split-Core CT
Round Ribbon Cable
Monitored Panel:
42 Circuit Breaker
Version Shown
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50 A or 100 A Branch
Monitoring Split-Core CT
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PowerLogic BCPM
ORDER OPTIONS (SPLIT-CORE CT BCPM ONLY)
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Order options: split-core CT BCPM
● The split-core CT BCPM offers a large degree of flexibility
when it comes to ordering the product:
1. Order a kitted part number that includes all of the components
necessary for your installation
2. Order your BCPM meter printed circuit board and CTs
separately to match the configuration of your power distribution
unit
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Option 1: BCPM kits
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● Step 1 – order your BCPM kit
● BCPM kits are available with 50 A split core CTs only
● Kits include the printed circuit board, round ribbon cables, adapter boards (and mounting
accessories) and 50 A split core CTs
● Additional split core branch CTs can be ordered separately and added to your kitted BCPM
Available kits:
Reference
Feature Set
Number of 50 A split core CTs
BCPMSCA30S
Advanced (A) - Full power and energy on all circuits
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BCPMSCA42S
Advanced (A) - Full power and energy on all circuits
42
BCPMSCA60S
Advanced (A) - Full power and energy on all circuits
60
BCPMSCA84S
Advanced (A) - Full power and energy on all circuits
84
BCPMSCB30S
Intermediate (B) – Power and energy on mains, current on branch circuits
30
BCPMSCB42S
Intermediate (B) – Power and energy on mains, current on branch circuits
42
BCPMSCB60S
Intermediate (B) – Power and energy on mains, current on branch circuits
60
BCPMSCB84S
Intermediate (B) – Power and energy on mains, current on branch circuits
84
BCPMSCC30S
Basic (C) – Current only on all circuits, mains and branches
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BCPMSCC42S
Basic (C) – Current only on all circuits, mains and branches
42
BCPMSCC60S
Basic (C) – Current only on all circuits, mains and branches
60
BCPMSCC84S
Basic (C) – Current only on all circuits, mains and branches
84
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Option 1: BCPM kits
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● Step 2 – Order your mains monitoring CTs
● Mains monitoring is done with 1/3 V output split core CTs
● Size your mains monitoring CTs based on the rating of your main circuit breaker
Inside
Dimensions
Reference
Size
Rating
LVCT00102S
Small
LVCT00202S
Small
LVCT00302S
Small
300 A
LVCT00403S
Medium
400 A
LVCT00603S
Medium
LVCT00803S
Medium
800 A
LVCT00804S
Large
800 A
LVCT01004S
Large
1000 A
LVCT01204S
Large
LVCT01604S
Large
1600 A
LVCT02004S
Large
2000 A
LVCT02404S
Large
2400 A
100 A
31 mm x 100 mm
62 mm x 132 mm
62 mm x 201 mm
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200 A
600 A
1200 A
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Option 1: BCPM kits
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● Step 3 – Order your ribbon cables (if required)
● Standard ribbon cables with BCPM kits are 1.2 m
round ribbon cables. Other sizes must be
ordered as separate line items
Reference
Ribbon Cable Type
Length
CBL008
Flat
0.5 m
CBL016
Flat
1.2 m
CBL017
Flat
1.5 m
CBL018
Flat
1.8 m
CBL019
Flat
2.4 m
CBL020
Flat
3.0 m
CBL021
Flat
6.0 m
CBL022
Round
1.2 m
CBL023
Round
3.0 m
CBL024
Round
6.0 m
Flat ribbon cable
Round ribbon cable
Note: Flat ribbon cable is best used
when the PCB and CTs are both
mounted inside the PDU. Round
ribbon cable is preferable when the
PCB is in an external enclosure
that requires threading the cable
through a conduit.
● Step 4 – Order your BCPM printed circuit board
cover
● Reference = BCPMCOVERS
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Option 2 – Order circuit board and CTs
separately
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● Step 1 – choose your BCPM feature set and order your printed circuit board
● Reference includes adapter boards. Each adapter board can connect up to 21 split core CTs.
Reference
Feature Set
Adapter Board Quantity
BCPMSCA1S
Advanced (A) - Full power and energy on all circuits
2
BCPMSCB1S
Intermediate (B) – Power and energy on mains, current on branch circuits
2
BCPMSCC1S
Basic (C) – Current only on all circuits, mains and branches
2
BCPMSCA2S
Advanced (A) - Full power and energy on all circuits
4
BCPMSCB2S
Intermediate (B) – Power and energy on mains, current on branch circuits
4
BCPMSCC2S
Basic (C) – Current only on all circuits, mains and branches
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● Step 2 – choose your split-core CTs
● You can use 50 A and 100 A branch CTs on the same BCPM
Reference
CT Rating
Quantity
Lead Length
BCPMSCCT0
50 A
6
1.8 m
BCPMSCCT1
100 A
6
1.8 m
BCPMSCCT2
100 A
6
1.2 m
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Option 2 – Order circuit board and CTs
separately
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Flat ribbon cable
● Step 3 – Order your ribbon cables
Reference
Ribbon Cable Type
Length
CBL008
Flat
0.5 m
CBL016
Flat
1.2 m
CBL017
Flat
1.5 m
CBL018
Flat
1.8 m
CBL019
Flat
2.4 m
CBL020
Flat
3.0 m
CBL021
Flat
6.0 m
CBL022
Round
1.2 m
CBL023
Round
3.0 m
CBL024
Round
6.0 m
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Note: Flat ribbon cable is best used
when the PCB and CTs are both
mounted inside the PDU. Round
ribbon cable is preferable when the
PCB is in an external enclosure
that requires threading the cable
through a conduit.
Round ribbon cable
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Option 2 – Order circuit board and CTs
separately
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● Step 4 – Order your mains monitoring CTs
● Mains monitoring is done with 1/3 V output split core CTs
● Size your mains monitoring CTs based on the rating of your main circuit breaker
Reference
Size
Rating
LVCT00102S
Small
100 A
LVCT00202S
Small
200 A
LVCT00302S
Small
300 A
LVCT00403S
Medium
400 A
LVCT00603S
Medium
600 A
LVCT00803S
Medium
800 A
LVCT00804S
Large
800 A
LVCT01004S
Large
1000 A
LVCT01204S
Large
1200 A
LVCT01604S
Large
1600 A
LVCT02004S
Large
2000 A
LVCT02404S
Large
2400 A
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Option 2 – Order circuit board and CTs
separately
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● Step 5 – Order your printed circuit board cover
● Reference = BCPMCOVERS
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For more detailed information on this product,
or other products, services and solutions
● Ask your Schneider Electric representative
● Visit www.schneider-electric.com
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