6 Electrical Connection
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Position Designation
J Slots for DC surge protection devices
K Communication assembly
6.3 AC Connection
6.3.1 Requirements for the AC Connection
Additionally required material (not included in the scope of delivery):
☐ Conduit (trade size: 50.8mm (2in) or smaller with suitable reducer bush)
☐ Raintight or liquidtight conduit fitting (trade size: 50.8mm (2in) or smaller with suitable
reducer bush)
Requirements on the AC conductors:
☐ The maximum permitted temperature for the terminal block of the AC connection of +90°C
(+194°F) must be observed.
☐ The conductors with regards to their ampacity, rated temperatures, operating conditions and
power loss must be made in accordance with the local standards and the National Electrical
Code
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ANSI/NFPA 70.
☐ The conductors must be made of solid wire, stranded wire or fine stranded wire. When using
fine stranded wire, bootlace ferrules must be used.
☐ Conductor cross-section: 25mm²to95mm² (4AWGto4/0AWG)
☐ Conductor material: aluminum or copper
☐ Maximum permissible temperature: +90°C (+194°F)
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