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Overwatch HEFPD

Proven High-Energy Fault Protection

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When railroad systems share common corridors with overhead power transmission or distribution systems, they are susceptible to damaging power line fault and lightning surge events. Dairyland’s Overwatch HEFPD was designed using our decades of experience in high-energy applications to withstand the powerful, long-duration events caused by AC faults. Developed in response to the new AREMA C&S Manual Part 11.3.7 for High-Energy Fault Protective Devices, Overwatch will protect your track-connected signal and crossing warning systems and prevent costly interruptions.

 

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Overwatch HEFPD Model Numbers

Technical Specs

AREMA Class 2000: AC Fault Current
2000A at 6 cycles
2000A at 12 cycles
1265A at 30 cycles
894A at 60 cycles
632A at 120 cycles

AC Fault Current Ratings – Amps-rms @ 60Hz

AREMA Class 4000: AC Fault Current
4000A at 6 cycles
4000A at 12 cycles
2530A at 30 cycles
1789A at 60 cycles
1265 at 120 cycles

AC Fault Current Ratings – Amps-rms @ 60Hz

Lightning Surge Protection
20kA, 8x20 microsecond waveform
• Peak let-through: <1,000V
40kA, 8x20 microsecond waveform
• Peak let-through: <1,500V
Fully functional after 15 repetitive tests at 40kA, 8x20
Untriggered Electrical Characteristics
MCOV Rating: 50V-AC +/- 3V-DC
100 Ohm min. DC to 1kHz
3mA max, 3rd & 5th Harmonic, 20Hz to 500Hz

 

For full specifications, please refer to the Technical Literature.

Trigger Voltage
100V rms +/- 10% (142V peak)
Enclosure
NEMA 4X
Powder Coated, Stainless Steel
Lockable