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Line/ load Reactors
USER MANUAL
PART NO. INSTR -011
REL. 150109 REV. 006
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Important User Information
NOTICE
MTE Series RL Line/Load Reactors are components designed to improve the reliability of
adjustable frequency drives, DC drives and a wide variety of other types of power
electronic equipment. In addition, they provide limited input line current harmonic
mitigation and aid in long lead protection for inverter fed motors. Note: (See MTE
harmonic filters and motor protection products for guaranteed results.) MTE reactors are
available in a large number of current ratings and a variety of inductance values. The
suitability of a line/load reactor for a specific application must therefore be ultimately
determined by the customer. In no event will MTE Corporation assume responsibility or
liability for any direct or consequential damages resulting from the use or application of
reactors. Nor will MTE Corporation assume patent liability with respect to the use of
information, circuits or equipment described in this instruction manual.
This manual includes recently redesigned performance enhanced reactors. These reactors are
physically smaller and weigh less than the reactors they replace. Enhanced reactors have base
mounting brackets with additional slotted holes to accommodate past mounting hole centers. You
may use your existing drill pattern or choose the new layout. The tables contained in this manual
reflect historical mounting dimensions for previous reactors.
This document supports computer searches and is best viewed with Adobe Acrobat™
PDF viewer (6 or 7). Click links are incorporated throughout the document to speedup
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Table of Contents
IMPORTANT USER INFORMATION .......................................................................................... 2
TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................................................................................. 3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ...................................................................................... 4
INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................ 5
MODEL NUMBER CODES ......................................................................................................... 6
SPARE PARTS .......................................................................................................................... 7
LUG OPTION DETAILS: ............................................................................................................ 8
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................. 10
DE-RATING CURVES .............................................................................................................. 13
DIMENSION REFERENCE ....................................................................................................... 14
MOUNTING COMPATIBILITY .................................................................................................. 15
MECHANICAL DETAILS OPEN REACTORS .......................................................................... 16
NEMA1 MECHANICAL DATA .................................................................................................. 18
RECOMMENDED CONDUIT ENTRY FOR FLOOR MOUNTED............................................... 20
ENCLOSURE DIMINSIONS ..................................................................................................... 21
TECHNICAL DATA .................................................................................................................. 25
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................................ 27
POWER WIRING CONNECTION ............................................................................................. 28
TYPICAL CONNECTION DIAGRAMS ..................................................................................... 29
SEQUENCE OF OPERATION .................................................................................................. 30
STARTUP ................................................................................................................................. 31
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING
ONLY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN CAN CARRY OUT THE ELECTRICAL
INSTALLATION OF LINE/LOAD REACTORS
WARNING
High voltage is used in the operation of line/load reactors. Use Extreme caution to avoid contact with high
voltage when operating, installing or repairing equipment containing line/load reactors
INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT IF SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT OBSERVED.
Line/load reactors are used in conjunction with inverters, or other electrical equipment that may feedback
lethal voltages. Follow the safety instructions in the equipment used with the reactor in addition to the
safety instruction in this manual.
WARNING
The opening of the branch circuit protective device may be an indication that a fault current has been
interrupted. To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, line/load reactors should be examined and
replaced if damaged.
WARNING
An upstream disconnect/protection device must be used as required by the National Electrical Code
(NEC).
WARNING
Even if the upstream disconnect/protection device is open, a drive or inverter down stream of the
line/load reactor may feed back high voltage to the reactor. The inverter or drive safety instructions
must be followed.
INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT IF THE DRIVE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT
OBSERVED.
WARNING
The frame of line/load reactors must be grounded at least at one of the reactor’s mounting holes.
WARNING
Only spare parts obtained from MTE Corporation or an authorized MTE distributor can be used
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INTRODUCTION
This manual was specifically developed to
assist in the installation, interconnection and
operation of MTE Corporation Series RL
Line/Load Reactors
This manual is intended for use by
personnel experienced in the operation and
maintenance of electronic drives, inverters
and similar types of power electronic
equipment. Because of the high voltages
required by the equipment connected to
line/load reactors and the potential dangers
presented by rotating machinery, it is
essential that all personnel involved in the
operation and maintenance of line/load
reactors know and practice the necessary
safety precautions for this type of
equipment. Personnel should read and
understand the instructions contained in this
manual before installing, operating or
servicing line/load reactors and the drive to
which the reactor is connected.
Upon Receipt of a Reactor:
MTE Line/load Reactors have been
subjected to demanding factory tests before
shipment. Carefully inspect the shipping
container for damage that may have
occurred in transit. Then unpack the filter
and carefully inspect for any signs of
damage. Save the shipping container for
future transport of the reactor.
In the event of damage, please contact
and file a claim with the freight carrier
involved immediately.
If the equipment is not going to be put into
service upon receipt, cover and store the
reactor in a clean, dry location. After
storage, ensure that the equipment is dry
and that no condensation has accumulated
on the reactor before applying power.
Repair/Exchange Procedure
MTE Corporation requires a Returned
Material Authorization Number before it can
accept any reactors that qualify for return or
repair. If problems or questions arise during
installation, setup, or operation of the filter,
please call us for assistance at:
Phone: 1-262-253-8200
FAX: 1-262-253-8222
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MODEL NUMBER CODES
1000 100 10 1
RL -
none blank
↑
1
↑
208 Volts
A
0
2
↑
240 Volts
C 1 3
↑
380 - 415 volts
E 2 4
↑
480 Volts
G 3
↑
600 Volts
J
↑
Custom design
X
Side Facing Lug B1
Top Mounted Terminal B8
Front Facing Lug B14
NEMA 1
OVERSIZE NEMA 1
NEMA 3R
MOV
option
Fundamental Current Amps
Style
Z No.
Option
suffix
Open Frame
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Spare Parts
For standard type “RL” AC Line / Load Reactors
Description Part No.
To adds “SLU 225” box lugs on B14 LUGKIT-003
To adds “XT 500” box lugs on B14 LUGKIT-002
Terminal Blocks
Description Part No.
For RL-00101 thru RL-00804 36-822-049
For RL-01201 thru RL-03502 36-825-004
For RL-03503 thru RL-04503 TERMBLK-013
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LUG OPTION DETAILS:
“B1” Terminal Modification “B14” Terminal Modification
“B8” Terminal Modification
“SLU” Lug Option
Wire range: 2 - 0000
Wire range: 00 – 500 mcm
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SLU Lug Options cont.
SLU 225 shown on 200 amp Reactor
XT 500 shown on 250 amp Reactor
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Standard impedance values 1-1/2%, 2, 3%, 4%, 5% available
Impedance basis Reactor fundamental current rating
Service Factor
(Continuous)
Reactors rated 1 to 750 Amps 150% of fundamental rating
Reactors rated above 750 Amps 125% of fundamental rating minimum
Note: Select reactor based on fundamental current
rating
Overload Rating 200% of fundamental for 30 minutes
300% of fundamental for 1 minute
Maximum system voltage 600 Volts (units with terminal blocks)
690 Volts (units with box lugs or tab terminals)
Maximum switching frequency 20 KHz
Insulation system Class N (200° C)
Temperature rise 135° C (average)
Ambient temperature Full load:
-40 to 50° C Open
-40 to 45° C Enclosed
-40 to 90° C Storage
Altitude (maximum) 1000 meters
Fundamental frequency
Line or Load 50/60 Hz
Approvals: CE, UL-508, CSA C22.2
Inductance curve (typical) 100% at 100% current
100% at 150% current
50% at 350% current (minimum)
Inductance tolerance +/- 10%
Impregnation: High Bond Strength “Solvent less” Epoxy, 200° C
UL94HB recognized
Dielectric Strength 3000 volts rms (4243 volts peak)
dv/dt Protection Meets NEMA MG-1, part 31 (same as inverter duty
motors)
Protection: Open reactors with terminal blocks through 45 amps
meet IP20
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS (cont’d)
AGENCY APPROVALS:
UL-508, File E180243 Component Listed (1 amp – 2400 amps)
UL-508, File E180243 UL Listed NEMA 1 units (1 amp – 2400 amps)
CSA C22.2, File LR29753-13 CSA Certified (1 amp – 2400 amps)
Class N, 200° C, File E66214, Type 200-18, UL Recognized Insulation System
CE Marked
MATERIAL:
Core Steel: Electrical grade silicon steel
Windings: High dielectric withstand solid copper conductor (220° C)
Enclosures: Sheet steel in accordance with UL and CSA requirements. Painted ANSI-61
Grey
Brackets: ASTM structural steel or structural aluminum
Terminations: 1 – 45 amps - Finger safe terminal block
55 - 160 amps - Solid copper box lugs (Tab terminals are optional)
200 + amps - Copper tab terminals
Sheet Insulation: DuPont Nomex 410 (220° C)
Epoxy: Ripley Resin Type 468-2 (220° C)
CONSTRUCTION:
CORE: Electrical grade silicon steel magnetic laminations.
WINDINGS: Meet 3000 volts rms dielectric strength (coil – to coil and coil- to – core).
ASSEMBLY: Windings are assembled onto EI laminations, secured in place and epoxy
impregnated for minimum noise and maximum structural rigidity.
COLOR: Royal Blue
TESTING: Electronic Turns Count (Zero Tolerance)
Inductance
Hi-Pot 3000 Volts rms (5656 volts peak)
Mechanical Inspection
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS (cont’d)
AUDIBLE NOISE: Guard-AC Line/Load Reactors offer low noise operation. Core and coil
construction, flux density control, harmonic compensation as well as our epoxy impregnation process
assure minimal audible noise radiation. Although our reactors are typically “quiet”, waveforms vary by
drive type and application and therefore reactor audible noise may vary by application. Noise levels may
be affected by type of motor and motor conductor as well as motor conductor length.
Typical audible noise levels for units selected from our catalog by HP rating are:
2 thru 12 amps 55 dBA
18 thru 100 amps 65 dBA
130 thru 400 amps 70 dBA
500 thru 1200 amps 75 dBA
Service Factor: Guard-AC reactors are compensated for the additional currents and high
frequencies caused by the presence of harmonics. The reactor fundamental current rating indicates the
typical full load motor current and is also the basis of impedance rating. Standard reactors rated 1 amps
thru 750 amps offer a full 1.5 service factor rating which allows them to carry overload current up to 150%
of their fundamental rating when applied as an input line reactor. Since the nameplate ratings of motor
drives (ASD) varies widely by manufacturer, this helps to assure that the reactor maximum current rating
is compatible with the nameplate current rating on the ASD. The service factor rating compensates for
ASD manufacturer variances in motor drive current ratings and for harmonic currents. Nominal
inductance is assured all the way up to the service factor current rating.
PWM / IGBT PROTECTION: Guard-AC reactors are protected against the high peak voltage and fast
rise time voltage pulses associated with PWM waveforms. The dielectric strength is 4000 volts rms and
Guard-AC reactors meet the ratings of an inverter duty motor (NEMA MG-1, part 31). For convenience,
they can be located either at the motor or at the drive.
HARMONIC ATTENUATION: Our unique harmonic compensation assures maximum circuit inductance
in the presence of complex waveforms and can be relied upon to minimize input total harmonic current
distortion (THID). Additionally, it offers superior absorption of transient voltage spikes. Our standard
reactors will typically reduce 6-pulse rectifier input current harmonics to the following levels at full load
operating conditions:
3% reactor alone 45% or less THID
5% reactor alone 35% or less THID
3% AC reactor + 3% DC link choke 33% or less THID
5% AC reactor + 3% DC link choke 28% or less THID
(DC link choke inductance is equivalent ac impedance).
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DE-RATING CURVES
Altitude Derating Curve
0.70
0.75
0.80
0.85
0.90
0.95
1.00
1.05
0 3300 6600 9900 13200 16500
Altitude (Feet)
Current De-Rating Factor
Reactor Temperature De-Rating
0.60
0.65
0.70
0.75
0.80
0.85
0.90
0.95
1.00
1.05
40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80 85 90
Ambient Temperature Deg. C
Current De-Rating Factor
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Dimension Reference
Open Type
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Dimensions A, B, C show overall spacing allowances
Use dimension D and E for mounting pattern
*See “Mechanical Details Table” for dimensional data
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Mounting Compatibility
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Mechanical Details Open Reactors
MTE Weight Mass
Cat. No. Inches mm Inches mm Inches mm Inches mm Inches mm Lbs Kg
RL-00101 3.8 97 3.5 89 1.2 30 2.40 61.0 1.44 36.6 4 1.8
RL-00102 3.8 97 3.5 89 1.2 30 1.98 50.3 1.44 36.6 4 1.8
RL-00103 3.8 97 3.5 89 1.2 30 1.98 50.3 1.44 36.6 3 1.4
RL-00104 3.8 97 3.5 89 1.2 30 1.98 50.3 1.44 36.6 3 1.4
RL-00201 4.4 112 4.1 104 2.8 71 1.98 50.3 1.44 36.6 4 1.8
RL-00202 4.4 112 4.1 104 2.8 71 1.98 50.3 1.44 36.6 4 1.8
RL-00203 4.4 112 4.1 104 2.8 71 1.98 50.3 1.44 36.6 4 1.8
RL-00204 4.4 112 4.1 104 2.5 64 1.73 43.9 1.44 36.6 3 1.4
RL-00401 4.4 112 4.1 104 2.8 71 1.98 50.3 1.44 36.6 4 1.8
RL-00402 4.4 112 4.1 104 2.8 71 1.98 50.3 1.44 36.6 4 1.8
RL-00403 4.4 112 4.1 104 3.4 86 2.35 59.7 1.44 36.6 5 2.3
RL-00404 4.4 112 4.1 104 3.4 86 2.60 66.0 1.44 36.6 6 2.7
RL-00801 6.0 152 4.8 122 3.0 76 2.10 53.3 2.00 50.8 7 3.2
RL-00802 6.0 152 4.8 122 3.0 76 2.10 53.3 2.00 50.8 8 3.6
RL-00803 6.0 152 4.8 122 3.4 86 2.62 66.5 2.00 50.8 11 5.0
RL-00804 6.0 152 4.8 122 3.4 86 2.48 63.0 2.00 50.8 13 5.9
RL-01201 6.0 152 5.0 127 3.3 84 2.10 53.3 2.00 50.8 9 4.1
RL-01202 6.0 152 5.0 127 3.3 84 2.10 53.3 2.00 50.8 10 4.5
RL-01203 6.0 152 5.0 127 3.9 99 2.75 69.9 2.00 50.8 18 8.2
RL-01801 6.0 152 5.3 135 3.2 81 2.10 53.3 2.00 50.8 9 4.1
RL-01802 6.0 152 5.3 135 3.5 89 2.48 63.0 2.00 50.8 12 5.4
RL-01803 8.1 206 6.1 155 4.0 102 2.60 66.0 3.00 76.2 16 7.3
RL-02501 7.2 183 5.8 147 3.5 89 2.35 59.7 3.00 76.2 11 5.0
RL-02502 7.2 183 5.8 147 3.5 89 2.35 59.7 3.00 76.2 14 6.3
RL-02503 7.2 183 5.8 147 4.3 109 3.10 78.7 3.00 76.2 20 9.1
RL-03501 7.2 183 5.8 147 4.0 102 2.60 66.0 3.00 76.2 14 6.3
RL-03502 7.2 183 5.8 147 4.0 102 2.75 69.9 3.00 76.2 16 7.3
RL-03503 9.0 229 7.4 188 4.7 119 3.16 80.3 3.00 76.2 30 14
RL-04501 9.0 229 7.4 188 4.7 119 3.16 80.3 3.00 76.2 23 10
RL-04502 9.0 229 7.4 188 4.7 119 3.16 80.3 3.00 76.2 28 13
RL-04503 9.0 229 7.3 185 5.3 135 3.66 93.0 3.00 76.2 39 18
RL-05501 9.0 229 7.3 185 5.3 135 3.16 80.3 3.00 76.2 24 11
RL-05502 9.0 229 7.0 178 5.3 135 3.16 80.3 3.00 76.2 27 12
RL-05503 9.0 229 7.0 178 6.0 152 3.91 99.3 3.00 76.2 41 19
RL-08001 9.0 229 7.2 183 6.3 160 3.47 88.1 3.63 92.2 25 11
RL-08002 9.0 229 7.2 183 6.5 165 3.47 88.1 3.63 92.2 33 15
RL-08003 10.8 274 8.5 216 6.8 173 4.16 105.7 3.63 92.2 61 28
RL-10001 9.0 229 7.3 185 6.5 165 3.30 83.8 3.63 92.2 29 13
RL-10002 9.0 229 7.3 185 6.8 173 3.66 93.0 3.63 92.2 37 17
RL-10003 10.8 274 8.3 210 6.2 156 4.16 105.7 3.63 92.2 74 34
RL-13001 9.0 229 7.0 178 4.7 118 3.16 80.3 3.00 76.2 29 13
RL-13002 9.0 229 7.2 183 6.8 173 3.66 93.0 3.63 92.2 43 20
RL-13003 11.0 279 8.5 216 6.2 156 4.16 105.7 3.63 92.2 64 29
RL-16001 9.0 229 7.2 183 6.8 173 3.16 80.3 3.63 92.2 41 19
RL-16002 10.8 274 8.3 211 6.0 152 3.47 88.1 3.63 92.2 50 23
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Mechanical Data Open Type Cont.
MTE Weight Mass
Cat. No. Inches mm Inches mm Inches mm Inches mm Inches mm Lbs Kg
RL-20001B14 9.0 229 7.5 191 7.3 185 4.16 105.7 3.63 92.2 38 17
RL-20002B14 9.0 229 7.5 191 8.3 211 4.41 112.0 3.63 92.2 54 24
RL-20003B14 10.8 274 8.3 211 10.0 254 5.91 150.1 3.63 92.2 100 45
RL-25001B14 9.0 229 7.5 191 9.0 229 4.19 106.4 3.63 92.2 47 21
RL-25002B14 10.8 274 8.5 216 9.0 229 5.16 131.1 4.60 116.8 80 36
RL-25003B14 14.4 366 11.2 284 10.3 262 5.82 147.8 4.60 116.8 125 57
RL-32001B14 10.8 274 9.0 229 8.3 211 5.16 131.1 4.60 116.8 80 36
RL-32002B14 10.8 274 9.0 229 10.0 254 5.88 149.4 4.60 116.8 102 46
RL-32003B14 14.4 366 11.3 286 10.5 267 7.13 181.1 4.60 116.8 160 73
RL-40001B14 10.8 274 10.0 254 10.0 254 5.16 131.1 4.60 116.8 84 38
RL-40002B14 15.0 381 11.3 286 11.5 292 6.76 171.7 4.60 116.8 118 54
RL-40003B14 14.4 366 11.3 286 12.5 318 7.26 184.4 4.60 116.8 149 68
RL-50001 10.8 274 9.0 229 10.5 267 5.50 139.7 4.60 116.8 93 42
RL-50002 14.4 366 11.5 292 11.5 292 6.76 171.7 4.60 116.8 118 54
RL-50003 14.4 366 11.5 292 13.3 338 9.76 247.9 4.60 116.8 210 95
RL-60001 14.4 366 11.5 292 10.0 254 5.26 133.6 4.60 116.8 120 54
RL-60002 14.4 366 11.3 286 12.0 305 8.00 203.2 4.60 116.8 175 79
RL-60003 14.4 366 11.3 286 15.0 381 9.26 235.2 4.60 116.8 270 122
RL-75001 14.4 366 11.5 292 11.0 279 6.63 168.4 7.20 182.9 140 63
RL-75002 14.4 366 11.5 292 12.5 318 8.01 203.5 7.20 182.9 190 86
RL-75003 14.4 366 14.5 368 14.0 356 9.26 235.2 7.20 182.9 265 120
RL-85001 20.3 514 16.8 425 13.0 330 7.60 193.0 7.20 182.9 285 129
RL-85002 22.0 559 16.8 425 13.0 330 8.00 203.2 7.20 182.9 370 168
RL-85003 22.5 572 16.8 427 18.0 457 9.00 228.6 7.20 182.9 452 205
RL-100001 21.6 549 16.8 425 11.0 279 7.26 184.4 7.20 182.9 320 145
RL-100002 20.3 514 16.8 425 13.0 330 8.50 215.9 7.20 182.9 408 185
RL-100003 20.3 514 16.8 425 15.0 381 10.76 273.3 7.20 182.9 589 267
RL-120001 22.5 572 17.0 432 13.0 330 11.00 279.4 7.20 182.9 425 193
RL-120002 21.5 546 17.0 432 20.0 508 10.76 273.3 7.20 182.9 440 200
RL-120003 16.8 427 17.0 432 18.5 470 11.00 279.4 7.20 182.9 560 254
RL-140001 22.0 559 17.0 432 22.0 559 11.00 279.4 7.20 182.9 500 227
RL-140002 19.0 483 17.0 432 19.0 483 11.00 279.4 7.20 182.9 525 238
RL-140003 22.0 559 17.0 432 22.0 559 11.00 279.4 7.20 182.9 850 385
RL-150001 22.0 559 17.0 432 22.0 559 11.00 279.4 7.20 182.9 635 288
RL-150002 16.9 429 17.0 432 16.0 406 11.00 279.4 7.20 182.9 675 306
RL-150003 22.0 559 17.0 432 22.0 559 11.00 279.4 7.20 182.9 900 408
RL-180001 22.0 559 17.0 432 22.0 559 11.00 279.4 7.20 182.9 700 317
RL-180002 22.0 559 17.0 432 22.0 559 10.38 263.7 7.20 182.9 860 390
RL-180003 22.0 559 17.0 432 22.0 559 11.00 279.4 7.20 182.9 1090 494
RL-210001 24.0 610 18.0 457 24.0 610 11.00 279.4 7.20 182.9 800 363
RL-210002 24.0 610 18.0 457 24.0 610 11.00 279.4 7.20 182.9 970 440
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NEMA1 Mechanical Data
Catalog
Cabinet
Weight
Mass
Number
Number
Lbs
Kg
RL-00211
CAB-8
11
5
RL-00212
11
5
RL-00213
11
5
RL-00214
10
5
RL-00411
11
5
RL-00412
11
5
RL-00413
12
5
RL-00414
13
6
RL-00811
14
6
RL-00812
15
7
RL-00813
18
8
RL-00814
20
9
RL-01211
16
7
RL-01212
17
8
RL-01213
25
11
RL-01811
16
7
RL-01812
19
9
RL-01813
CAB-13V
34
15
RL-02511
29
13
RL-02512
32
15
RL-02513
38
17
RL-03511
32
15
RL-03512
34
15
RL-03513
48
22
RL-04511
41
19
RL-04512
46
21
RL-04513
57
26
RL-05511
42
19
RL-05512
45
20
RL-05513
59
27
RL-08011
43
20
RL-08012
51
23
RL-08013
79
36
RL-10011
47
21
RL-10012
55
25
RL-10013
92
42
RL-13011
47
21
RL-13012
61
28
RL-13013
82
37
RL-16011
59
27
RL-16012
68
31
RL-16013
85
39
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MECHANICAL DATA NEMA 1 Cont.
Catalog
Cabinet
Weight
Mass
Number
Number
Lbs
Kg
RL-20011B14
CAB-13V
56
25
RL-20012B14
72
33
RL-20013B14
118
54
RL-25011B14
65
30
RL-25012B14
CAB-17V
107
49
RL-25013B14
152
69
RL-32011B14
107
49
RL-32012B14
129
59
RL-32013B14
187
85
RL-40011B14
111
50
RL-40012B14
145
66
RL-40013B14
176
80
RL-50011
120
54
RL-50012
CAB-26C
262
119
RL-50013
354
161
RL-60011
264
120
RL-60012
319
145
RL-60013
414
188
RL-75011
CAB-30B
299
136
RL-75012
349
158
RL-75013
424
192
RL-85011
444
202
RL-85012
529
240
RL-85013
611
277
RL-100011
479
217
RL-100012
567
257
RL-100013
748
340
RL-120011
584
265
RL-120012
599
272
RL-120013
719
326
RL-140011
CAB-42C
803
365
RL-140012
828
376
RL-140013
1153
523
RL-150011
938
426
RL-150012
978
444
RL-150013
1203
546
RL-180011
1003
455
RL-180012
1163
528
RL-180013
1393
632
RL-210011
1103
501
RL-210012
1273
578
RL-210013
1573
714
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Recommended conduit entry for Floor Mounted
NEMA 1 enclosed reactors
Note: The entry locations shown above are for reference only. The electrician installing the reactor
guided by the local codes determines the final entry wiring. MTE does not pre- punch entry holes or
provide wiring hardware with the standard product.
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ENCLOSURE DIMINSIONS
CAB-8
CAB-12C
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ENCLOSURE DIMENSIONS
CAB-13V
CAB-17V
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ENCLOSURE DIMENSIONS
CAB-17C
CAB-26C
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ENCLOSURE DIMENSIONS
CAB-30B
CAB-42C
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TECHNICAL DATA
Catalog
Watts Loss
Wire Range
Terminal Torque
Ind.
Fund
Max
Number
(watts)
(AWG)
(in – lbs)
mH
Amps
Amps
RL-00101
13.5
22 – 10
4.5
100 1 1.5
RL-00102
12.8
22 – 10
4.5
50 1 1.5
RL-00103
11.9
22 – 10
4.5
36 1 1.5
RL-00104
9.6
22 – 10
4.5
18 1 1.5
RL-00201
8
22 – 10
4.5
12 2 3
RL-00202
12
22 – 10
4.5
20 2 3
RL-00203
16
22 – 10
4.5
32 2 3
RL-00204
11
22 – 10
4.5
6 2 3
RL-00401
15
22 – 10
4.5
3 4 6
RL-00402
20
22 – 10
4.5
6.5 4 6
RL-00403
20
22 – 10
4.5
9 4 6
RL-00404
21
22 – 10
4.5
12 4 6
RL-00801
20
22 – 10
4.5
1.5 8 12
RL-00802
29
22 – 10
4.5
3 8 12
RL-00803
26
22 – 10
4.5
5 8 12
RL-00804
28
22 – 10
4.5
7.5 8 12
RL-01201
26
14 - 6
16
1.25
12
18
RL-01202
31
14 - 6
16
2.5
12
18
RL-01203
41
14 - 6
16
4.2
12
18
RL-01801
36
14 - 6
16
0.8
18
27
RL-01802
43
14 - 6
16
1.5
18
27
RL-01803
43
14 - 6
16
2.5
18
27
RL-02501
48
14 - 6
16
0.5
25
37.5
RL-02502
52
14 - 6
16
1.2
25
37.5
RL-02503
61
14 - 6
16
1.8
25
37.5
RL-03501
49
14 - 6
16
0.4
35
52.5
RL-03502
54
14 - 6
16
0.8
35
52.5
RL-03503
54
18 – 4
16
1.2
35
52.5
RL-04501
54
18 – 4
16
0.3
45
67.5
RL-04502
62
18 – 4
16
0.7
45
67.5
RL-04503
65
18 – 4
16
1.2
45
67.5
RL-05501
64
6 – 0
6-4(45) & 2-0(50)
0.25
55
82.5
RL-05502
67
6 – 0
6-4(45) & 2-0(50)
0.5
55
82.5
RL-05503
71
6 – 0
6-4(45) & 2-0(50)
0.85
55
82.5
RL-08001
82
6 – 0
6-4(45) & 2-0(50)
0.2
80
120
RL-08002
86
6 – 0
6-4(45) & 2-0(50)
0.4
80
120
RL-08003
96
6 – 0
6-4(45) & 2-0(50)
0.7
80
120
RL-10001
94
6 – 0
6-4(45) & 2-0(50)
0.15
100
150
RL-10002
84
6 – 0
6-4(45) & 2-0(50)
0.3
100
150
RL-10003
108
6 – 0
6-4(45) & 2-0(50)
0.45
100
150
RL-13001
108
2 – 0000
150
0.1
130
195
RL-13002
180
2 – 0000
150
0.2
130
195
RL-13003
128
2 – 0000
150
0.3
130
195
RL-16001
116
2 – 0000
150
0.075
160
240
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TECHNICAL DATA (cont’d)
Catalog
Watts Loss
Wire Range
Terminal Torque
Ind
Fund
Max
Number
(watts)
(AWG)
(in – lbs)
mH
Amps
Amps
RL-16002
149
Copper Tab
Not Applicable
0.15
160
240
RL-16003
138
Copper Tab
Not Applicable
0.23
160
240
RL-20001B14
124
Copper Tab
Not Applicable
0.055
200
300
RL-20002B14
168
Copper Tab
Not Applicable
0.11
200
300
RL-20003B14
146
Copper Tab
Not Applicable
0.185
200
300
RL-25001B14
154
Copper Tab
Not Applicable
0.045
250
375
RL-25002B14
231
Copper Tab
Not Applicable
0.09
250
375
RL-25003B14
219
Copper Tab
Not Applicable
0.15
250
375
RL-32001B14
224
Copper Tab
Not Applicable
0.04
320
480
RL-32002B14
264
Copper Tab
Not Applicable
0.075
320
480
RL-32003B14
351
Copper Tab
Not Applicable
0.125
320
480
RL-40001B14
231
Copper Tab
Not Applicable
0.03
400
600
RL-40002B14
333
Copper Tab
Not Applicable
0.06
400
600
RL-40003B14
293
Copper Tab
Not Applicable
0.105
400
600
RL-50001
266
Copper Tab
Not Applicable
0.025
500
750
RL-50002
340
Copper Tab
Not Applicable
0.05
500
750
RL-50003
422
Copper Tab
Not Applicable
0.085
500
750
RL-60001
307
Copper Tab
Not Applicable
0.02
600
900
RL-60002
414
Copper Tab
Not Applicable
0.04
600
900
RL-60003
406
Copper Tab
Not Applicable
0.065
600
900
RL-75001
427
Copper Tab
Not Applicable
0.015
750
1125
RL-75002
630
Copper Tab
Not Applicable
0.029
750
1125
RL-75003
552
Copper Tab
Not Applicable
0.048
750
1125
RL-85001
798
Copper tab
Not Applicable
0.015
850
1063
RL-85002
930
Copper tab
Not Applicable
0.027
850
1063
RL-85003
1133
Copper tab
Not Applicable
0.042
850
1063
RL-90001
860
Copper tab
Not Applicable
0.013
900
1125
RL-90002
1020
Copper tab
Not Applicable
0.025
900
1125
RL-90003
1365
Copper tab
Not Applicable
0.04
900
1125
RL-100001
940
Copper tab
Not Applicable
0.011
1000
1250
RL-100002
1090
Copper tab
Not Applicable
0.022
1000
1250
RL-100003
1500
Copper tab
Not Applicable
0.038
1000
1250
RL-120001
980
Copper tab
Not Applicable
0.009
1200
1500
RL-120002
1130
Copper tab
Not Applicable
0.019
1200
1500
RL-120002
1550
Copper tab
Not Applicable
0.03
1200
1500
RL-140001
Copper tab
Not Applicable
0.008
1400
1750
RL-140002
1523
Copper tab
Not Applicable
0.016
1400
1750
RL-140003
1680
Copper tab
Not Applicable
0.027
1400
1750
RL-150001
1432
Copper tab
Not Applicable
0.008
1500
1875
RL-150002
1671
Copper tab
Not Applicable
0.015
1500
1875
RL-150003
1815
Copper tab
Not Applicable
0.025
1500
1875
*Contact factory for higher ratings
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Open Line/Load Reactor Installation
MTE line/load reactors are available in open
construction and in NEMA 1 enclosures.
Open reactors are designed for mounting within
an appropriate electrical equipment
enclosure. Reactors rated 300 amperes RMS
and under are designed for mounting in both a
vertical and horizontal position. Larger
reactors must be mounted in a horizontal
position typically on the floor of the enclosure.
Include the power dissipation of the reactor
along with all the other components located in
the enclosure to determine the internal
temperature rise and cooling requirements
of the enclosure.
Reactors may be located in any region of the
enclosure where the ambient temperature
does not exceed 45 degrees C. Allow a minimum
side clearances of four (4) inches and vertical
clearances of six (6) inches for proper heat
dissipation and access. Do not locate the
reactor next to resistors or any other component
with operating surface temperatures above
125-degree C.
Select a well ventilated, dust-free area away from
direct sunlight, rain or moisture. Do not install in or
near a corrosive environment. Avoid locations
where the reactor will be subjected to
excessive vibrations.
NEMA 1 Line/Load Reactor Installation
Top conduit entry recommended for
NEMA 1 enclosed reactors.
MTE line/load reactors mounted in enclosures
with part number, CAB-8, are designed for
wall mounting. All other enclosures are
designed for floor mounting.
WARNING
MTE NEMA 1 enclosures designed for floor
mounting must be mounted with the
enclosure base horizontal for proper
ventilation. Wall mounting a floor
mounted enclosure with the base against
the wall will cause the reactor to over heat
resulting in equipment damage.
Allow a minimum side, front, and back
clearances of twelve (12) inches and vertical
clearances of eighteen (18) inches for proper
heat dissipation and access. Do not locate the
enclosure next to resistors or any other
component with operating surface temperatures
above 125-degree C.
Select a well ventilated, dust-free area away
from direct sunlight, rain or moisture
where the ambient temperature does not
exceed 40 degrees C.
Do not install in or near a corrosive environment.
Avoid locations where the reactor will be
subjected to excessive vibrations.
Where desirable, enclosures may be mounted
on vibration isolating pads to reduce audible
noise. Standard vibration control pads made
from neoprene or natural rubber and
selected for the weight of the enclosed reactor
are effective. Using flexible conduit is also
helpful in abatement of audible noise.
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Power Wiring Connection
WARNING
Input and output power wiring to the
reactor should be performed by
authorized personnel in accordance
with the NEC and all local electrical
codes and
REGULATIONS
Verify that the power source to which the reactor
is to be connected is in agreement with the
nameplate data on the reactor. A fused
disconnect switch or circuit breaker should be
installed between the reactor and its source of
power in accordance with the requirements of
the NEC and all local electrical codes and
regulations. Refer to the drive, inverter, or other
electrical equipment user manual for selection of
the correct fuse rating and class.
The reactor is suitable for use on a circuit
capable of delivering not more than 65,000 rms
symmetrical amperes at 480 volts when
protected by Bussman type JJS, KTK, KTK-R,
SPP or T class fuses.
Reactor are designed for use with copper
conductors with a minimum temperature rating
of 75 degrees C. Table 2 lists the wire range and
terminal torque requirements for the power input
and output connections by reactor part number.
Refer to Figure 4 for typical electrical diagrams
describing the application of reactors in both line
and load applications. For reactors supplied as a
component part of a drive system or a
component part of power electronic apparatus
follow the interconnection diagram supplied by
the System Engineer.
Where desirable, a flexible conduit connection to
the reactor enclosure should be made to reduce
audible noise.
WARNING
Failure to connect reactors supplied
as a component part of a drive
system or other power electronic
system according to the system
interconnection diagram supplied by
the System Engineer will result in
equipment damage, injury, or death.
WARNING
If a line reactor or a line reactor and a load
reactor are used with a drive equipped with a
bypass circuit, the reactors must be removed
from the motor circuit in the bypass mode.
Damage to the motor and other equipment will
result if this warning is not observed.
Grounding
A stud is provided on enclosed reactors for
grounding the enclosure. The enclosure must be
grounded. Open reactors must be grounded at
the designated grounding terminal or the reactor
mounting holes if no designated grounding
terminal is provided.
WARNING
The frame of line/load reactors must be
grounded at the designated grounding terminal
or one of the reactor mounting holes if no
designated grounding terminal is provided. The
enclosure of reactors supplied in enclosures
must be grounded.
INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT IF
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT
OBSERVED.
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Typical Connection Diagrams
Figure 5. Single Phase connection diagram.
Standard three phase reactors may be used for single phase applications. Refer to application note
AN0102 for proper selection. Application Notes are available on our website at www.mtecorp.com.
Fig 4a LINE Reactor
Connects between power source and VFD
Fig. 4b LOAD Reactor
Connects between ASD and load (motor)
Fig 4c Use individual Line Reactors for
independent start/ stop drives connected to a
common power source. If inverters are slaved
and will always run together a single reactor
sized for total motor current may be used.
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Sequence of Operation
1. Read and follow safety precautions.
2. After installation, ensure that:
• All Reactor ground terminals are connected to ground.
• Power wiring to the utility, drive and motor is in accordance with the
interconnection diagrams supplied by the System Engineer.
3. Check that moisture has not condensed on the Reactor. If moisture is
present, do not proceed with startup until the moisture has been removed.
4. Proceed with startup according to the instructions provided by the system
supplier.
WARNING
Reactors are a component part of an electrical system. Do not proceed with startup until
the system startup instructions provided by the System Engineer are understood and
followed. Injury, death and damage to equipment may result if the system startup
instructions are not followed.
WARNING
Use extreme caution to avoid contact with line voltage when checking for
power.
INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT IF SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE
NOT OBSERVED.
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STARTUP
Safety Precautions
Before startup, observe the following warnings and instructions:
WARNING
A Reactor is at line potential when the Reactor is connected to the utility. This voltage
is extremely dangerous and may cause death or severe injury if you come in contact
with it.
WARNING
High voltage is used in the operation of line/load reactors. Use Extreme caution to
avoid contact with high voltage when operating, installing or repairing equipment
containing line/load reactors. Line/load reactors are used in conjunction with
inverters, or other electrical equipment that may feedback lethal voltages.
Follow the safety instructions in the equipment used with the reactor in addition
to the safety instruction in this manual.
INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT IF SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE
NOT OBSERVED.
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MTE Series RL Line-Load Reactor User Manual
INSTR-011
Responsibility: Product Lines Manager
Approved By: Wayne Walcott
ISO Section: 7.2.3
Revision
Date
Revision History
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5/16/05
New document written by Wayne Walcott
001
2/27/06
Revised by Wayne Walcott
002
12/30/10
Updated Torque for RL-03503,04501,04503
003
02/14/13
By LB: Updated Technical Data Table: RL-16002 and RL16003 change to
copper tab.
004
02/18/13
By LB: Updated Wire Range in Technical Data. Updated logo on cover page.
005
01/09/15
By Stu A. Update to lug kit section, and took out discontinued lug and
terminal orientations
006
08/02/2018
By C. Young Updated ambient temperatures in Product Specification section.
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