Series C SAF-T-BAR - Industrial Power & Control Inc.

1 1 Series C SAF-T-BARS eries C conductor Bars are roll-formed of galvanized steel or copper/steel laminate (250A) or copper (300A and 350A). The C shaped contact surface ensures positive tracking of the collector shoe and ensures good contact throughout the travel of the system. The standard material is supplied in 10 ft lengths with all necessary joining hardware. Installation is simple and requires only a jointing tool to connect the Series C is ideal for: Cranes Hoists Conveyors Monorails Automated storage and retrieval systemsAmpacity range:Based on continuous service with a 86OF (30OC) rise. Higher ratings can be obtained by increasing temperature rise and using high heat covers - Contact the Factory. CA90 90 CA110 110 CA250 250 CA300 300 CA350 350 Bar Material: CA90 1010 galvanized steel CA110 1010 galvanized steel CA250 Steel/copper CA300 Copper CA350 Electrolytic copperBar Features: Skin-tight insulation runs cooler, will not deform under clamping pressure Metal Guideways assure positive tracking of collector shoe Flat contact surface for long conductor wear and greatest possible sliding contact areaCollector Features: Contact shoe made with sintered copper and graphite, self-lubricating, draws current to collectors.

2 Flat contact surface. Pantograph spring suspension of collector provides even pressure to shoe throughout stroke, yielding maximum electrical and mechanical specificationsIn wet and icy atmospheres, the system can be shielded with a protective hood for additional protection. In dirty and dusty atmospheres, mount the conductor in down-turned position (bottom entry).Insulating cover optionsStandard is orange rigid PVC extrusion, 160OF (71OC) heat distortion point at 260 psi, self-extinguishing. Medium heat cover of red Lexan extrusion can be specified when necessary, 260OF (127OC) heat distortion point at 260 psi, self extinguishing. High heat fiberglass cover is available, 375OF (191OC) heat run optionsPush-in-place locking tabs are available if required for use on long runs with expansion gaps on copper and steel/copper conductor BY:Toll Free: Fax: : Web: C SAF-T-BAR1 Nominal current is based on 86OF (30 C) and is for 100% duty.

3 2 Complete with orange rigid "Standard Heat" PVC insulator cover, which has a 160 F (71O C) heat distortion point, 260psi. Complete with green rigid PVC insulator cover, which has a 160 F (71OC) heat distortion point, 260psi. Self-extinguishing. Some hand-safe options available, please consult Factory. 4 Complete with red Lexan "Medium Heat" insulator cover, which has a 260 F (127O C) heat distortion point, 260psi. Self-extinguishing. 5 Complete with fiber glass "High Heat" cover, which has 375 F ( 191O C) heat distortion point, 260psi. Self-extinguishing. 6 Series C and Series T are provided with the rail joint pre-mounted to the rail. If special cuts are required, the extra joint kit is available for Series Expansion Sections come with "Standard Heat" orange PVC covers. Medium Heat, High Heat, and green ground covers are also available. Please refer to the relevant section or contact MaterialSpecificationsNominal Current (Amps) Resistance (Ohms/ft)AC impedance (Ohms/ft at 60Hz)Wt lb/ft (kg/m)CA90 Galvanized Steel be mounted so collector shoes enter from the bottom (vertical mode) or from the side (horizontal mode).

4 Able to be factory curved to a minimum of 18 inches (457mm) radius with a maximum collector size of Spacing: 5 ft ( M)Maximum rail temperature: 160OF (71OC) at 260 PSI (standard cover) 260OF (127OC) at 260 PSI (medium temperature Lexan cover) 375OF (191OC) at 260 PSI (high heat fiberglass cover)PART NUMBERSTypeStd Heat PhaseConductor 2 Std Heat GroundConductor 3 Med Heat 4 High Heat 5 Joint/ExtraJoint Kit 6 Joint/ExtraJoint Kit 6 Med HeatPower FeedExpansion Section 7 Power Feed Med HeatCA90CA90X10CA90X10 GCA90 HHX10CA90 FIX10CJ90CJ90HH350 FCA110XG-2*100 FHHCA110CA110X10CA110X10 GCA110 HHX10CA110 FIX10CJ110CJ110HH350 FCA110XG-2*350 FHHCA250CA250X10CA250X10 GCA250 HHX10CA250 FIX10CJ250CJ250HH350 FCA250XG-2*350 FHHCA300CA300X10CA300X10 GCA300 HHX10CA300 FIX10CJ300CJ300HH350 FCA300XG-2*350 FHHCA350CA350X10CA350X10 GCA350 HHX10CA350 FIX10CJ350CJ350HH350 MCM-2CA350XG-2*350 FHHEnd Cap Part Number: CN100 ("Standard Heat" only)3 Series C ComponentsFor completing field fabricated joints.

5 Includes connector pins and a # 100JC snap-on insulating Joint KitsFor TypePart Powerfeed provides an electrical connection from Power source to conductor bar. May be located at any point, but preferably near the center of the system. The powerfeed is 1 1/4" ( mm) long and clamps to the top lobe of the conductor with 1/4" screws. The powerfeed is insulated by a cover and a nylon cap. The 350 MCM-2 include provisions for attaching single and double-bolt 350 mcm Part CapCN100 Black nylon cap is driven onto end of the conductor to complete the insulation. Contoured to permit passage of the collector shoe. End caps can be used in pairs at switch transfers, interlocks, expansion gaps, and isolation points. Trim conductor slot after capsFor BarTypeJoint KitPart Included in KitCA90CJ905/16" x 4" ( x ) Steel & 15/64" x ( x ) SteelCA110CJ1105/16" x 4" ( x ) Steel & 15/64" x ( x ) CopperCA250CJ2505/16" x 4" ( x ) Copper & 15/64" x ( x ) CopperCA300CJ3005/16" x 4" ( x ) Copper & 15/64" x ( x ) CopperCA350CJ3505/16" x 4" ( x ) Copper & 7/32" x ( x 95) CopperHanger BracketsConductix-Wampfler offers several types of web and flange brackets that work with Series C Safety Bar.

6 There are listed in the SAF-T-BAR Price List available on our web site C HangersDescriptionApplicationPart Hanger, Plated SteelIndoors, clean, dry100 HSteel Single Hanger, Stainless SteelIndoors, corrosive environments100 HSSS ingle Hanger, Plastic Coated SteelIndoors, dirty, dry100 HNSingle Hanger, with Insulator Spool, Plated SteelIndoors/outdoors, wet, dirty100 KSingle Hanger, with Insulator Spool, Stainless SteelIndoors/outdoors, wet, dirty, corrosive environments100 KSSS ingle Hanger, with Insulator Spool, Plastic Coated SteelIndoors, outdoors, wet, dirty, corrosive100 KNThree-Pole Hanger, " CentersIndoors, clean, dry. Requires staggered collector mounting100H3-1 Three-Pole Hanger, " CentersIndoors, clean, dry. Does not require staggered collector mounting100H3-2 Cross-bolt hanger clamps are factory set to snap in place, but must be field adjusted for correct sliding tension after installing the conductor (unless used as an anchor).

7 Sliding hangers (for conductor expansion): Tighten cross bolts, then back off 1/4 turn. Anchor hangers: Tighten cross-bolts to 6 ft Hanger Clamps100 HCan use instead of:Application notes:Part , 100HN, 100K, or 100 KNSame mounting dimensions as 100H hanger100P100H, 100HN, 100K, or 100 KNSame as 100P, with "rain hat" for severe outdoor conditions100PH100H3-1 Multiple pole, " ( ) centers: Indoors, wet, dirty. Requires staggered collector mounting100P3-1100H3-2 Multiple pole, " ( ) centers: Indoors, wet, dirty. Does not require staggered collector mounting100P3-2 Anchor Hanger - Incorporates fiberglass filler for added strength, includes Fiber Pin Anchor Device inserted into 1/4" field-drilled snap-in hangers for use only on Series C PVC cover rated to 160 F, with holding rib. For high temperature applications, use Cross Bolt Hanger Clamps. All push-on snap hangers require a firm press to seat the conductor into the hanger.

8 To remove the conductor , it is recommended that it be slid out to avoid damage to the " (54)100KN3/8" (54) (25)100 PAFiber Pin Anchor Device3/8" (54)100 PSnap-in Hanger Clamps3/8" (54)100PH3/8" (57), or (54) for snap-in ( ) ( )3/8" Bolt5 Hanger bodies are made with ( ) wide galvanized steel channel. These brackets can be used horizontally (bottom entry) or vertically (lateral entry).Steel Cross-Bolt Multiple HangerSpacing Between Bars, in. (mm)Part ( ) ( ) (136) ( ) ( ) ( )3/8-16 x 1 Socket CapScrew3/8-16 Hex (151) ( )"Snap-in" Multiple HangersSpacing Between Bars, in. (mm)Part ( ) ( ) (136) ( ) ( ) ( ) ( )3/8-16 x 1 Socket CapScrew3/8-16 Hex NutSeries C Four-Pole (174) ( ) ( ) ( ) ( )3/8-16 x 1 Socket CapScrew3/8-16 Hex NutHex (174) (190) ( ) ( ) ( ) ( )3/8-16 x 1 Socket CapScrew3/8-16 Hex NutHex Headbolt6 Series C Expansion SectionsOne Expansion Gap Kit is required for every 150 feet in system length (steel systems) or one per every 100 feet (copper systems).

9 This kit will accommodate up to a 2" expansion gap. The gap should be set based on the bar temperature according to the table below. Gap Guide Bracket is used for mounting. Kits include two extra powerfeeds and a jumper to bridge the gap electrically. Use tandem collectors to provide Power across the expansion Sections - 2 gapFor Bar TypeExpansion required at ft (m)Part includedJumper(s) includedCA90300CA110XG-2350 FONE #4CA110300CA110XG-2350 FONE #4CA250200CA250XG-2350 FTWO #4CA300200CA300XG-2350 FTWO #4CA350200CA350XG-2350 FTWO # (152) (51) (508) (152) (152)7 Series C CollectorsStandard Arm (70E) Self-centering, Standard Arm(70C)Self-centering Long Arm (70LC)Part Type25A-50A50A-100A100A-150A100 AStandard Arm35E70E150E100 ELong Arm35L70L150L100 LStandard Arm, Self-Centering- 70C-100 CLong Arm, Self-Centering-70LC-100 LCDual-Head (Tandem), Standard Arm35V---Dual-Head (Tandem), Long Arm35W70LL150LL100 WDual-Head (Tandem), Long Arm, Self-Centering-70 LLC-100 LLCL ight Spring (35E)Dual Head Standard (35V)Standard Arm Collectors (E) are recommended for general use on cranes and stable monorails.

10 2 (51 mm) vertical stroke. Also available in a self-centering version for use with Pick Up Guides - See Pg. Arm Collectors (L) are used where there is excessive motion vertically or horizontally (as with a swaying hoist) and for high-speed applications. 3 (38mm) vertical stroke and are suitable for higher speed applications. Also available in a self-centering version for use with Pick Up Guides - See Pg. Collectors, in either standard arm (C) or long arm (LC) configurations, have centering attachments for discontinuous circuits, swaying hoists, or high speed (Tandem) Collectors are available in standard (V), long arm (W or LL), and long arm self-centering (LLC) versions depending on ampacity. Dual Head Collectors maintain full shoe contact through gaps ( Expansion Gaps) and apply less pressure per length of bar. These are also used to obtain higher amperage than single collectors. Tandem collections must be mounted on 2" ( mm) , Long Arm (70LL)8 Description35 amps70 amps100 amps150 ampsSpring35Z100Z100Z100 ZCase & shoe assembly401AS707S601AS100150 ASCase only (Two halves w/Screws401A7071601A100150A(2 halves w/screws)Yoke assembly401Y707Y707Y777 YShoe Clip--100Y- Series C Collector Shoes and DimensionsStandard Arm Dimensions35E35V70E100E150E3/8" Bolt70E: (140)35E: (127)100K Hanger, w/Insulator Spool100H Standard Hanger3/8" BoltClamp for 1" Sq.)