Product Series Overview
● The CM3 Molded Case Circuit Breaker (hereinafter referred to as the breaker) is an upgraded product of the CM1 series.
● The thermomagnetic CM3 series breakers have six frame sizes: 63A, 100A, 250A, 400A, 630A, 800A, with current ratings from 10A to 800A.
● Based on the level of rated ultimate short-circuit breaking capacity (Icu), the breakers are classified into four levels: C (Basic), L (Standard), M (Higher Breaking Capacity), and H (High Breaking Capacity).
● CM3 breakers with breaking capacity levels C, L, M and CM3E breakers with breaking capacity level M allow reverse connection when used in AC400V distribution systems.
● The entire series of breakers can be installed horizontally, vertically, or flat.
● All breakers in the series feature isolation function, indicated by the symbol: |.
● CM3-100, 250 models (L/M/H types), CM3-400, 630 models (C/L/M/H types), CM3-800 models (L/M/H types), and the above specifications in four-pole configuration with neutral pole types A or B, can feature a unique "Overload Alarm Without Tripping" function. This ensures power supply continuity and meets the requirements of GB50054 Clause 6.3.6.
● The breakers comply with the following standards:
● IEC 60947-1 & GB/T 14048.1-2012 Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear - General rules
● IEC 60947-2 & GB/T 14048.2-2008 Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear - Circuit-breakers
●
IEC 60947-4-1 &
GB/T 14048.4-2010 Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear - Contactors and motor-starters - Electromechanical contactors and motor-starters (including motor protection devices)
Application Scenarios
Low-Voltage Distribution Protection
● CM3 distribution breakers can be used in AC 50/60Hz TN, TT, IT distribution systems, meeting the requirements of GB50054 regarding "Selection of Electrical Apparatus".
● The reliable
contact position indication and
isolation function of the entire series meet the requirements of
GB50054 for isolation devices.
Motor Circuit Protection
● CM3 motor protection breakers provide overcurrent protection for motor starters, cables, and motors. Their protection characteristics meet GB/T 14048.4, and their application meets GB50055.
●
CM3-250C,
100C, and
CM3-63 breakers have a thickness of only
60mm, allowing installation in equipment control cabinets for device protection.
Transfer Function
● Two CM3 breakers equipped with a mechanical interlock can achieve manual transfer between two power sources for the same device or between two devices on the same power source.
● Two breakers equipped with
mechanical-electrical interlocks and controllers, etc., can achieve
automatic transfer of power sources (refer to the
CA1/CA1B/CA1W series Automatic Transfer Switching Equipment sample data).
Photovoltaic (PV) Grid Connection
● CM3 breakers equipped with a PV grid-connection dedicated undervoltage release meet the State Grid Corporation of China (SGCC) Q/GW 1972 and Q/GDW 1973 standards, enabling voltage presence detection for automatic closing.
●
CM3 and
CM3L breakers featuring
loss-of-voltage/overvoltage trip protection and
voltage presence detection for closing comply with the requirements of the SGCC "Typical Design for Grid Connection Projects of Distributed Photovoltaic Poverty Alleviation Projects".
Thermomagnetic Breaker Communication
●
CM3 breakers configured with the
FZT3 status upload module can provide
ON,
OFF,
TRIPPED status signals to an upper-level computer and allow remote control of the breaker (ON/OFF), enabling communication functions for thermomagnetic breakers.
High-Precision Measurement
●
CM3 breakers with the
PMD3 power measurement module assembled at the outgoing terminals enable
power measurement in AC400V distribution systems
without requiring additional wiring (no extra power supply needed, no external current transformers required, no voltage sampling connections needed, no communication lines needed). They feature
compact size and small dimensions. Their measurement performance meets the
IEC 61557-12 (GB/T 18216.12) standard. The
energy measurement accuracy class is 1, meeting the requirements for
Class 2 accuracy electrical measurement applications on main distribution boards per
IEC 60364-8-1.
Normal Service and Mounting Conditions
● Ambient air temperature: -5°C to +40°C;
● Altitude at installation site: not exceeding 2000m;
● Relative humidity at installation site: not exceeding 50% at a maximum temperature of +40°C; higher relative humidity is permissible at lower temperatures, e.g., 90% at 20°C. Special measures should be taken for occasional condensation due to temperature changes;
● Pollution degree: 3;
● Breakers meet GB/T 2423.10 test requirements, capable of withstanding mechanical vibration: 2Hz to 13.2Hz at displacement ±1mm and 13.2Hz to 100Hz at acceleration ±0.7g;
● Installation category for the main circuit: III; for other auxiliary and control circuits: II;
● Breakers are suitable for electromagnetic environment A;
● Tropical humid type (TH type) breakers meet GB/T 2423.4 and GB/T 2423.18 test requirements, capable of withstanding the effects of damp heat, salt mist, oil mist, and mold;
● Breakers should be installed in locations free from explosion hazards, conductive dust, and substances corrosive to metal or destructive to insulation;
● Breakers should be installed in locations
protected from rain and snow.
Service Conditions:
● Breakers meet GB/T 2423.1 and GB/T 2423.2 test requirements. Ambient air temperature can be as low as -25°C (products available down to -40°C, please consult our company) and as high as +70°C (derating required above +40°C, see technical data in this catalog);
● Breakers meet GB/T 2423.4 Test Db requirements (temperature +55°C, relative humidity 95%);
● Characteristics unaffected up to 2500m altitude (derating required above 2500m, see technical data in this catalog);
●
Storage conditions: Ambient air temperature
-25°C to +70°C.
High Voltage AC Breakers
Overview
● Domestically pioneered high-breaking-capacity plastic-case breakers for voltages up to AC800V, 1000V.
● High-voltage CM3 breakers have three frame sizes: 250, 400, 630, with current ratings from 63A to 630A;
● Can be used in
AC800V, 1000V systems on the generation side of
photovoltaic power stations.
AC550V Photovoltaic Dedicated AC Breakers
Overview
● CM3 PV dedicated breakers launched specifically for AC550V voltage systems on the generation side of photovoltaic power stations; can also be used in AC400V, 500V, or 690V systems as needed. There are four frame sizes, with current ratings from 10A to 400A.
● CM3 PV dedicated breakers launched specifically for AC550V voltage systems on the generation side of photovoltaic power stations; can also be used in AC400V, 500V, or 690V systems as needed. There are four frame sizes, with current ratings from 10A to 400A.