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Q1 | I need a 50m sensor cable for TSM4000, is this possible? |
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TSM4000 sensor cable is guaranteed up to 30 m. Longer length than this is not supported as they are more susceptible to disturbances and affect accuracy. Back to questions |
Q2 | I need a 5m I/O cable for TSM4000, is this possible? |
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TSM4000 I/O cable is guaranteed up to 3m. Longer than 3m will not be supported. Back to questions |
Q3 | The instruction manual states that the rated current value of a 0.4 kW (400 V) motor is 1.2 A. As an example, if the rated current value of the motor to be used is 0.95 A and I want to set the setting to 100% of the motor rating, 0.95/1.2 = 79%, so if I set it to 79% at this time, it will become 100%. Is this correct? |
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It will be for reference, however not accurate because the current is not proportional. If accuracy is required, it should be actually measured with a power meter and compared. Back to questions |
Q4 | Shock Monitor detects power, and power value = voltage x current x power factor (phase difference 0 to 1). There is no item in the parameters to set the power factor, how is the power value calculated? |
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Shock Monitor represents current and voltage as waveforms (sine waves), processes them as vector calculations, and displays the results as power consumption. Back to questions |
Q5 | Regarding the analogue output of TSM4000, the instruction manual mentions connector numbers 5 ”Aout" and 12 "0V", should 5 be "+" and 12 be "-"? |
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5 is "+" and 12 is "-". Back to questions |
Q6 | When the control power supply voltage is DC48V for TSM4000, is made-to-order product available? |
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Not available even for made-to-order product. Back to questions |
Q7 | When kW, current value, voltage and frequency are displayed by pressing the set key from monitor mode on TSM4000, is load monitoring carried out in this display state? |
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Power calculation is active, however relay output is not performed. Back to questions |
Q8 | In the case of inverter drive, the instruction manual states that Shock Monitor is connected to the secondary side of the inverter, however if only relative values are used, is it possible to connect it to the primary side of the inverter and use it? |
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Power cannot be detected correctly if connected to the primary side of the inverter. Please wire to the secondary side of the inverter for use. Back to questions |
Q9 | Is it possible to use TSM4000 with a motor power supply voltage of 480V? |
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The allowable power supply voltage of TSM4000 is 500V. Considering that power supply voltage generally fluctuates by ±10%, it is 480V×1.1=528V, which exceeds the allowable value and therefore cannot be used. Back to questions |
Q10 | Is it possible to use TSM4000 at a power supply frequency of 333Hz? Also, if special type is available, is there an upper limit of frequency? |
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Special type (high frequency specification) is available. There is no upper limit of frequency, however it depends on the customer's operation conditions. In addition, accuracy drops at 120Hz and above. Back to questions |
Q11 | Are there any precautions for use with single-phase motors? |
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The difference between rated current and no-load current is small for small size single-phase motors, making detection difficult, e.g. for settings lower than the rated current. It is assumed that the current change is large. For small size motors, the current value is small and the number of wires passing through CT needs to be increased, however it may not be physically possible to pass through. Back to questions |
Q12 | What is "number of moving average sampling"? |
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For example, if "5" is set, 1st time…Average of 1 to 5 2nd time…Average of 2 to 6 3rd time: Average of 3 to 7 as such, the load to be averaged will move in order. Back to questions |
Q13 | What happens if power outage occurs during use of TSM4000? |
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Monitoring and relay output can be hold without any interruption to operation within 0.1 s of an instantaneous power outage. The system operates as normal load monitoring even if there is a change in the voltage or current of the motor due to an instantaneous power outage. In the event of power outage more than 0.1 s, Shock Monitor may be switched off, in which case monitoring will be disabled and the relay output will be reset. After the power outage is canceled, the system returns to the normal monitoring condition after the CPU initial time has elapsed. Back to questions |
Q14 | When using TSM4000M1 (contact detection type), what should I do if the load factor of OUT1 is only about 10% and I want to increase the load factor? |
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Double the number of winding to the current sensor also doubles the load factor display. Back to questions |
Q15 | Is Shock Monitor with tropical treatment available? |
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There is a specification for coating the printed circuit board of the product itself. If humidity is a concern in tropical passages, the use of moisture-proofing agents such as silica gel is also recommended. Back to questions |
Q16 | How much is the detection accuracy of TSM4000? |
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The detected accuracy is ±2%. Back to questions |
Q17 | Regarding the power calculation of TSM4000, is the power factor variable from 0 to 1? Please indicate whether the power factor is variable or fixed. |
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The power factor varies with the motor load factor. Shock Monitor does not directly detect the power factor, however it calculates the value including the power factor as a result of power calculation. Back to questions |
Q18 | The instruction manual describes the difference between torque monitoring and power monitoring when an inverter is driven, as well as the precautions for torque monitoring. Which one is better? |
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It is not always necessary to use torque monitoring when using an inverter. When changing the frequency, the set value can also be changed with the process changeover function, and we recognize that this is often used for power monitoring. Torque monitoring is significantly less accurate at low frequencies, and if used in that range, the set values need to be carefully considered, in which case power monitoring may be easier to set. Back to questions |
Q19 | Is it possible to output analog outputs in test mode with TSM4000? |
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It is possible, although not mentioned in the catalogue or instruction manual. Only when the I/O cable is connected, while holding down the "SET key" on the H1 Trip in test mode → approx. 5V is output. While holding down the "SET key" on the H2 Trip → approx. 10V is output. Back to questions |
Q20 | The instruction manual notes, "Mount a CR absorber." What is a CR absorber? |
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CR surge absorber, a combined C (capacitor) and R (resistor) surge absorber. Back to questions |
Q21 | How much thickness of wire is required to connect to the 400V class resistor? |
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The current value flowing is around 2 mA, so 0.5 sq. is considered sufficient. ※If too thin wire is used, it may break, so a certain thickness is necessary. Back to questions |
Q22 | The instruction manual states, "To ensure the dissipation of the heat generated from the Shock Monitor, provide spaces as shown in the figure on the left from other equipment, walls, and wiring ducts." (left and right 1 cm, top and bottom 10 cm). How much is the amount of heat generated by Shock Monitor? |
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Electric power consumption is 10VA. Back to questions |
Q23 | The instruction manual says, "To ensure the dissipation of the heat generated from the Shock Monitor, provide spaces as shown in the figure on the left from other equipment, walls, and wiring ducts (left and right 1 cm, top and bottom 10 cm)." Why is the top and bottom 10 cm necessary? |
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Regarding the bottom dimension of the main unit, there is a risk of interference when using an I/O cable, in which case it is necessary to secure 10 cm. When no I/O cable is used, top and bottom 1cm is fine. Back to questions |
Q24 | Is there any problem if High2 is lower than High1, such as High1: 135%, High2: 100% on TSM4000? |
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It is OK if High2 is lower. Back to questions |
Q25 | For Shock Relay, the note for minimum applicable load of output relay is described as " ... output relay contact ... a minute current via the relay ...", however not for Shock Monitor. Is it not necessary for Shock Monitor? |
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The concept is the same for Shock Relay and Shock Monitor, just not described. Back to questions |
Q26 | In the case of TSM4000 Basic type, it says that negative torque can be monitored for both High1, High2 and Low. In which cases does negative torque occur? |
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If the minimum applicable load is not fulfilled, relay for minute electric current is required. When driving a motor, the torque is normally positive, however in the case of a lifter (e.g. elevator), for example, the torque is positive when ascending but negative when descending. In the case of descent, the motor does not exert force, however rotates itself while applying the brake to prevent it from slipping down, so this state is negative torque. (Example) In case of sudden deceleration in inverter operation (Example) When driving while being pulled by a load Back to questions |
Q27 | Use an inverter and an AC reactor with TSM4000. If an AC reactor is installed on the secondary side of the inverter, should Shock Monitor be installed in front of or behind the AC reactor? |
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The use of Shock Monitor is not recommended when an AC reactor is installed on the secondary side of the inverter. The secondary side voltage may fluctuate and damage may occur. The AC reactor should be installed on the primary side and the shock monitor on the secondary side. Back to questions |
Q28 | I purchased a TSM 4000 (basic model), can I change it to the panel-mounted type? |
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Even the basic model can be mounted using the panel mounting bracket. However, the direction of the socket terminal is reversed, making wiring more difficult. Back to questions |
Q29 | Is it possible to set parameters on TSM4000 and deliver it? |
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Not possible. If the setting values are changed at the customer's site after setting and delivery, it is not known that the values have been changed, which may cause problems. Back to questions |
Q30 | Please tell me about the 400V class resistor TSM4-PR2. 1.What is TSM4-PR2 for? 2.What is the difference from TSM4-PR1? 3.Can TSM4000 (non-CE standard product) and TSM4-PR2 (CE standard product) be used in combination? |
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1.TSM4-PR2 is a CE standard compliant product. ※Shock Monitor main unit must also be CE standard compliant product. 2.The external dimensions are the same, but the internal resistance is different. PR1 is 100kΩ and PR2 is 300kΩ. 3.Because the internal resistance is different, a wrong combination may result in burnout. Back to questions |
Q31 | Do the 400V class resistor and the step-down transformer mean the same thing? Also, can the step-down transformer be used for Shock Monitor? |
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They are different. The 400V class resistor is a dedicated option for Shock Monitor and not a type of transformer, and the step-down transformer cannot be used for Shock Monitor. Back to questions |
Q32 | Can TSM4000 be CE-marking compliance? |
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It is possible, however the operating power supply voltage of Shock Monitor is DC24V. Note that CE declaration is not required for the current sensor, however if the 400V class resistor is required, use the CE standard compliant product TSM4-PR2 (quotation). Back to questions |
Q33 | Can TSM4000 comply with CCC? |
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CCC certification is not supported. Back to questions |
Q34 | Can TSM4000 comply with UL standards? |
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All TSM4000 series do not comply with UL standards. Back to questions |