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 Optional Standby systems as defined in [702.4] are not bound by these legal requirements for transfer switches.  Optional Standby systems as defined in [702.4] are not bound by these legal requirements for transfer switches. 
  
-The biggest disadvantage of a packaged ATS is that the contacts are typically listed for less then 5000 transfers at rated load, at which point the contacts must be replaced, and frequently the electro-mechanical actuator as well. In locations where electric power is reliable, this is typically not an issue as 5000 transfers will take several decades to accumulate. In locations with unreliable power this number of transfers can be accumulated in just a few years. +The biggest disadvantage of a packaged ATS is that the contacts are typically listed for a maximum of 5000 transfers at rated load, at which point the contacts must be replaced, and frequently the electro-mechanical actuator as well. In locations where electric power is reliable, this is typically not an issue as 5000 transfers will take several decades to accumulate. In locations with unreliable power this number of transfers can be accumulated in just two or three years. 
  
 An ATS is also physically large compared to a set of contactors, which can otherwise be carried in an airline suitcase. That in particular makes this design more suitable for remote locations, as the parts can be carried in and assembled on location in a short time.  An ATS is also physically large compared to a set of contactors, which can otherwise be carried in an airline suitcase. That in particular makes this design more suitable for remote locations, as the parts can be carried in and assembled on location in a short time. 
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 ===Alternative Controller===  ===Alternative Controller=== 
 {{ :cp:inteliats2_70_main.jpg?direct&200|}} {{ :cp:inteliats2_70_main.jpg?direct&200|}}
-As an alternative to the relay logic depicted below, a [[https://www.comap-control.com/products/switchgear-control-and-protections/ats-controllers/|ComAp ATS Controller]] combined with the contactor switching provides an ATS with full metering, and can also be remotely monitored. +As an alternative to the relay logic depicted below, a [[https://www.comap-control.com/products/switchgear-control-and-protections/ats-controllers/|ComAp ATS Controller]] combined with the contactor switching provides an ATS with full metering & logging, and can also be remotely monitored.  
 ===One-Line Diagram=== ===One-Line Diagram===
 {{ :cp:e116.1_r4.1_-_transfer_switch.png?600 |}} {{ :cp:e116.1_r4.1_-_transfer_switch.png?600 |}}
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   * {{ :cp:e116.1-3_r4.1_-_transfer_switch.pdf |E116.1-3 r4.1 Transfer Switch (PDF)}}   * {{ :cp:e116.1-3_r4.1_-_transfer_switch.pdf |E116.1-3 r4.1 Transfer Switch (PDF)}}
   * {{ :cp:e116.1-3_r4.1_-_transfer_switch.dsn |E116.1-3 r4.1 Transfer Switch (DSN)}}   * {{ :cp:e116.1-3_r4.1_-_transfer_switch.dsn |E116.1-3 r4.1 Transfer Switch (DSN)}}
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 ==Auto Mains Fail Transfer Switch -- Selector Switch== ==Auto Mains Fail Transfer Switch -- Selector Switch==
   * {{ :cp:e116.1-3_r5.2_auto_transfer_switch_selector.pdf |E116.1-3 r5.2 Transfer Switch (PDF)}}   * {{ :cp:e116.1-3_r5.2_auto_transfer_switch_selector.pdf |E116.1-3 r5.2 Transfer Switch (PDF)}}
   * {{ :cp:e116.1-3_r5.2_auto_transfer_switch_selector.dsn |E116.1-3 r5.2 Transfer Switch (DSN)}}   * {{ :cp:e116.1-3_r5.2_auto_transfer_switch_selector.dsn |E116.1-3 r5.2 Transfer Switch (DSN)}}
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-//(DSN) files can be edited with [[:TinyCAD|]].// 
 </WRAP> </WRAP>
 +//(DSN) files can be edited with [[:TinyCAD|]].//
  
 ====Description of Operation=== ====Description of Operation===
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