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INTRODUCTION STANDARDS

Powerbar is a patented range of busduct trunking that is utilized within Standards

The HPB UL range is UL857 listed and manufactured in a certified management system environment
buildings and industrial applications to deliver power to electrical loads. where Quality ISO 9001, Safety OHSAS 18001 and Environmental ISO 14001 standards are applied to
It is an alternative to traditional cabling and provides numerous advantages to all aspects of the manufacturing and installation processes. We meet the requirements of NEMA, CSA,
IEEE, ANSI, IEC & CE.
the installer and client including savings on space, time and cost. There are also
electrical savings due to reduced losses, reduced voltage drop and flexibility to UL Listed
reposition load centers using tap-off points. Powerbar completed extensive testing at UL accredited laboratories to
ensure the product we supply meets UL requirements.

UL 857 Sub-clauses Description

8.2.1 Verification of Temperature Rise Limits
8.2.2 Verification of Dielectric Voltage Withstand Test
8.2.3 Verification of Short Circuit Withstand
8.2.3.1.1.2 Dielectric Test Withstand Tests
8.2.6 Verification of Insulation Resistance and Dielectric Withstand After Exposure to Rain
8.2.8 Verification of Overload and Endurance of Non-Switching Plug-in Devices
8.2.9 Verification of Resistance to Aging
8.2.10 Verification of Metallic Coating Thickness
8.2.12 Gasket Tests
Ref to ANSI/UL 50 Type Rating Tests (Ingress Protection Tests) for the 2 series

Seismic Compliance
The product range is certified for Seismic withstand capability and has a qualification level - high
Powerbar Overview (Zone-5) in accordance to IEEE standard 693-2005.
The Powerbar range of products is built with patented processes that make it the most reliable
product of its type, providing peace of mind for your installation. This, together with unrivalled
product support, means that the Powerbar range of products will provide the optimum solution
to your distribution requirements.

Powerbar services the UK and European markets from our manufacturing plant in Donegal, Ireland,
for the USA market from our facility in Anderson, South Carolina and the Middle East from our factory
in Ras Al Khaimah, U.A.E. We pride ourselves on meeting our client’s deadlines and ensuring a quick
turnaround on final make-up pieces.

From concept to commissioning we provide complete in-house engineering.

• Site surveys
• 3D - CAD Drawings
• Project Management
• Thermal Imaging

Our highly skilled team are experts at providing the client with exactly what they require and are
experienced in producing bespoke parts to meet the client’s unique demands.

High Powerbar
Powerbar’s High Power (HPB) Copper UL857 range is a 600 Volt, totally encased, non-ventilated, low
impedance sandwich construction with epoxy resin coated copper conductors. The range is
available from 800A to 5000A available with multiple bar configurations to suit project
requirements, including neutral, double neutral, ground and half ground.

The bar is housed in an aluminum casing which also acts as an ground and is available with a choice
of ingress protection ratings from IP55 to IP67. HPB UL857 is available as indoor feeder, indoor plug
in and indoor sprinkler proof configurations. The busduct is painted in grey (RAL 7035). Other colours
can be accommodated on request.

High Powerbar Features

• Copper conductors tin or silver coated-finish.
• Joint Pack construction with double headed shear nuts, for quick installation.
• Up to five busplug points per side on a 12-ft length.
• All busplugs have mechanical/electrical interlocks with an ground first, break last safety feature.
• Pressed out tags for busplug connections – this is a patented process.

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BUSPLUGS

Busplug Units
Powerbar offers a range of busplug (tap-off ) units to fit our High Powerbar (HPB) range for multiple
The HPB Powerbar busplug range is a ‘plug-in’ type up to 800A. The plug-in tap off unit is interchangeable between busbar’s provided the
applications. There is an extensive standard range but Powerbar can also manufacture special
configuration is the same.
busplug units to suit any power distribution, metering or control requirements.
For requests above 800A the busplug units range changes to ‘in line’, these units are fixed in position.
Safety
All Powerbar busplug units are designed with the safety of the installer and user as the key criteria.
The busplug has an extended earth contact bracket which ensures the earth ground is always the HPB Busplugs
first point to connect with the busbar system during installation. The busplug units have an interlock The HPB Powerbar busplugs can be orientated for horizontal or vertical install with Schnieder, ABB & Socomec MCCB & Switchfuse options. The sizes
which prevents the tap off door from being opened while the busplug is in the ON position. The shown below are to be used as a guide. Please contact the Powerbar engineering team for project specific busplug dimensions.
busplug unit is secured to the busbar housing using high tensile strength, lockable hardware, with
an extended shutter actuator and mechanical clamping mechanism. This ensures the units are Horizontal
properly sealed during installation and cannot be fitted incorrectly.

Current RaƟng Dimension A (mm/inches) Dimension B (mm) Dimension C (mm)

Cable Entry
The standard busplug unit usually has bottom and side removable gland plates for cable access, 30A 450 / 17.72 226 / 8.90 300 / 11.81
but other variations are available as necessary, including cable spreader boxes. For any special
requirements please contact the Powerbar engineering department. 60A 450 / 17.72 256 / 10.08 300 / 11.81
100A 450 / 17.72 346 / 13.62 300 / 11.81
200A 450 / 17.72 540 / 21.26 300 / 11.81
Special Tap Off Units
Powerbar can also manufacture special tap off units based on your specific needs and requirements. 400A 450 / 17.72 690 / 27.17 300 / 11.81
These features include:
600A 900 / 35.43 690 / 27.17 450 / 17.72
• Metering options for landlord electrical tariff purposes
• BMS monitoring of breaker status 800A 900 / 35.43 690 / 27.17 450 / 17.72
• BMS monitoring of metering systems
• Automatic remote open/close features
Vertical
• Load shedding features
• Integral sockets
• Integral distribution boards Current RaƟng Dimension A (mm) Dimension B (mm) Dimension C (mm)

30A 226 / 8.90 450 / 17.72 300 / 11.81

Door
60A 256 / 10.08 450 / 17.72 300 / 11.81
100A 346 / 13.62 450 / 17.72 300 / 11.81
200A 540 / 21.26 450 / 17.72 300 / 11.81
Mechanical Interlock Engager 400A 690 / 27.17 450 / 17.72 300 / 11.81
600A 690 / 27.17 900 / 35.43 450 / 17.72
800A 690 / 27.17 900 / 35.43 450 / 17.72

B
A Horizontal Orientation
Lock
Switchfuse/MCCB

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INSTALLATION OTHER BROCHURES

Step 1.
In accordance with isolation procedures and risk assessments to
be carried out by the installer, ensure complete isolation of the Product Overview
electrical busbar by proving dead.

Step 2.
Following removal of the tap off unit from its packaging, check
the device is not damaged and tap off contacts are visually in HPB Copper
line.

Step 3.
Open door using key provided and release both clamping
mechanisms by using a 6mm t-bar in an anticlockwise direction.
HPB Aluminium
Step 4.
Offer the tap off box up to the shutter housing and visually line
up the earth contact bracket and actuator to ensure correct HPB IEC Copper
location of the tap off contacts. The box cannot be inserted
upside down as the design of the actuator mechanism prevents
this. Insert the tap off box until base of tap off box finishes
flush with busbar assembly. Use the 6mm t-bar to clamp the
tap off box to the busbar assembly by rotating the clamping IMPB Copper
mechanism in a clockwise direction.

Step 5.
Install the rear fixing brackets.
Cast Resin Bar
Step 7.
Megger test installation prior to re-energisation of busbar.

Step 8. Switchgear
Before turning the Breaker “ON”, ensure the neutral link is
connected and tightened.

Tap Off Clearances:

• Ensure adequate space is given between the unit and walls,

ceilings or floors to allow the
tap off unit to be operated both easily and
safely.

Operating Conditions:

• Ambient Temp : -5°C to +50°C

• Relative Humidity: 95% or below.

• Product designed for indoor use.

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E&I Engineering Corporation E&I Engineering LTD Powerbar LLC E&I Engineering LTD
USA Manufacturing Location European Manufacturing Location Middle East Manufacturing Location UK Central Office
400 Supreme Industrial Drive Ballyderowen N16/N17 2/8 Victoria Avenue
Anderson Burnfoot Al Ghail Industrial Park London
South Carolina Lifford Ras Al Khaimah EC2M4NS
29621 Co.Donegal PO Box 13229 Tel:
Tel: Ireland Tel: +44(0)2032061650
+1 864-375-1757 Tel: +971(0)72216100
(UK) +44(0)2871353030
(ROI) +353(0)749368106

Powerbar Limited has a policy of continuous development and therefore has the right to supply a product which
may differ in detail from those shown in this publication.

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