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Carlo Gavazzi Ltd.

RGC2, RGC3

RGC2, RGC3 DS ENG

05/10/20

3-phase solid state relays with integrated heatsink

Benefits

Description

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Panel space savings. Concentrated power; the RGC

3-phase switching range can handle up to 65 AAC per

pole (or 75 AAC for 2-pole switching) in a 70 mm wide

footprint.

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Long lifetime. Wire bonding technology reduces thermal

and mechanical stresses of the output chips resulting in a

larger number of possible operational cycles compared to

other assembly technologies.

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Low machine downtime. Integrated overvoltage

protection prevents the solid state relay from breaking

down due to uncontrolled transients that may occur on

the lines.

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Ease of use. The RGC2A and RGC3A are ready to

use solutions provided with integrated heatsink thus

eliminating the need for the user to calculate the size of

heatsink needed for adequate thermal dissipation.

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Fast wiring. Power connections for models rated ≥30 A

are equipped with terminals that can handle cables up to

25 mm2 / AWG3 cables.

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Integrated monitoring for timely detection of

malfunctions. Optional feature on the 3-phase RGC

series that enables detection of mains loss, over

temperature and solid state relay or load malfunction.

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Accommodates UL508A requirements for Industrial

Control Panels. The RGC 3-phase range is certified as a

listed product. All models carry a 100 kArms Short Circuit

Current Rating.

This product is intended to replace mechanical

contactors especially when switching is frequent. The

smallest product width in the

RGC2, RGC3 range is

54 mm (3xDIN) and goes up to 70 mm. 2-pole and

3-pole switching options are available.

Apart from resistive and slightly inductive loads, the

RGC is certified for motor switching with associated

motor ratings. A green LED gives indication of control

voltage presence. Fan operation is controlled for the

versions which have an integrated fan.

Detection of SSR overheat, mains loss, SSR

malfunction and load loss is possible with the

RGC..M

versions. An EMR alarm output is available for remote

signaling. An additional feature with the

RGC..M is the

electronic auxiliary output. The RGC..M has additional

LEDs for load status and alarm status indication.

Specifications are at a surrounding temperature of 25°C unless otherwise specified.

RGC2, RGC3

Applications

Plastic injection machines, Extrusion machines, Blow moulding machines, Thermoformers, Dryers, Electrical

ovens, Fryers, Shrink tunnels, Air handling units, Sterilisation equipment, Climatic chambers, Ovens and

furnaces.

Main features

• 3-phase zero cross switching solid state contactor for 3-pole or 2-pole switching

• Ratings up to 660 VAC 75 AAC/pole (RGC2A), 65 AAC/pole (RGC3A) @ T

A 40°C

• Optionally integrated monitoring for SSR and load malfunction with alarm output for remote signalling with

the RGC..M