Eaton Introduces Final Distribution Assemblies

Eaton's Electrical Sector has extended its Memshield 3 final distribution range to include type A and type B pan assemblies for users to incorporate into their own distribution panels. Also added to the range are space-saving 12-way double-pole boards for SPSN installations and triple-way meter packs that allow comprehensive sub-metering for two triple-pole boards and one single-pole board to be provided with just one meter pack.

Other enhancements to the range include the addition of 16-way 125A and 12-way 250A type B boards and an increase in the ingress protection rating of all type B boards to IP4X. In addition, an IP42 gland plate accessory is being offered for type B boards, which complements the existing cable trunking interface kits. The pan assemblies in the Memshield 3 range are designed for inclusion within other assemblies to offer a high degree of customisation.

The type A versions are rated at 125A and are available with four, seven, 10, 13 or 16 outgoing ways. The type B versions are available with a 125A rating and four, six, eight or 12 outgoing ways, or with a 250A rating and 12, 18 or 24 outgoing ways. For single-pole switched neutral applications, the 12-way double-pole board can be used as it eliminates the need to use three-phase boards with blanking plates fitted to cover the unused poles. As well as saving space, the board eliminates the cost of the blanking plates and saves time during installation. The triple-way meter pack, which is available in Modbus and pulse-output versions, complements the existing meter packs in the Memshield range.

It is designed to provide an easy way of meeting the growing demand for sub-metering, which is driven in part by the requirements of Part L2 of the Building Regulations. The meter pack is suitable for use in the many commercial installations that have two three-phase final distribution systems - typically one for heating and one for other loads - plus a single-phase distribution system for lighting. All three of these systems can now be metered with a single meter pack.

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