Honeywell 10310/1/1 Earth Leakage Detector

The Honeywell 10310/1/1 Earth Leakage Detector (ELD) is a specialized device designed to monitor and detect earth leakage currents in DC power systems, primarily operating at 24 Vdc. This detector plays a crucial role in ensuring electrical safety by identifying unintended paths of electrical current to the ground, which could indicate potential faults or hazards.

Product Parameters

Applications

The 10310/1/1 ELD is utilized in various industrial and commercial settings to monitor earth leakage in DC power systems. Its primary applications include:

• Industrial Automation Systems: Ensuring the integrity of control systems by detecting leakage currents that could affect performance.
• Power Generation Facilities: Monitoring DC auxiliary systems to prevent potential faults.
• Telecommunications: Safeguarding equipment from leakage currents in DC power supplies.
• Transportation: Ensuring the safety of DC-powered systems in rail and marine applications.

Advantages

• Continuous Monitoring: Provides real-time detection of earth leakage currents, enhancing system safety.
• Self-Test Feature: Allows manual verification of detector functionality, ensuring reliability.
• Versatile Operation: Compatible with 24 Vdc systems and adaptable to 48 Vdc and 60 Vdc supplies with a common 0 V rail.
• Adjustable Monitoring Modes: Offers continuous or interrupted monitoring at selectable frequencies (1 Hz or 0.25 Hz) for tailored applications.

FAQs

1. What is the primary function of the Honeywell 10310/1/1 ELD?

   • It detects and monitors earth leakage currents in DC power systems to enhance electrical safety.

2. Can the 10310/1/1 ELD be used with AC power systems?

   • No, it is designed specifically for DC power systems.

3. How does the self-test feature work?

   • A manual switch allows users to verify the detector’s functionality by simulating a test condition.

4. What happens when earth leakage is detected?

   • The ELD triggers an alert or alarm to notify maintenance personnel of the leakage.

5. Is the ELD compatible with 48 Vdc systems?

   • Yes, it can monitor 24 Vdc, 48 Vdc, and 60 Vdc systems with a common 0 V rail.

6. What are the selectable monitoring frequencies?

   • The ELD can operate continuously or at interrupted frequencies of 1 Hz or 0.25 Hz.

7. How is the ELD mounted?

   • It is designed for rail mounting, facilitating easy installation in control panels.

8. What is the operating temperature range?

   • The ELD operates effectively between –55°C to +65°C (–67°F to +149°F).

9. Does the ELD require calibration?

   • No, it is designed for maintenance-free operation without the need for calibration.

10. What certifications does the 10310/1/1 ELD have?

    • It complies with CE standards, ensuring adherence to European safety and performance requirements.