Voltright™

The Sollatek AVR

(Automatic Voltage Regulators) Range

Solid-state stabilisation for

all domestic, industrial and
telecommunication applications
™

the power to protect

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 Voltright™
The Sollatek AVR Range
Automatic Voltage Regulators

Wherever mains supply is erratic and

unreliable, Sollatek - a world leader in the
field of voltage regulation and protection, has
the ideal solution to protect all your domestic,
commercial and industrial installations.
From small domestic (250 watt) to large industrial 500kVA
applications, single and three phase applications, the Sollatek
range of voltage regulators is your solution in the most erratic
of power conditions.

The Sollatek AVR is a state of the art solid state stabiliser. Using
microprocessor technology, the AVR will rapidly detect voltage
variations and correct the output to ensure 220V (+/-4%) supply.
The Sollatek AVR has a very wide input range (-30% to +22%) and a
voltage correction speed of 1250 Volts per second. No mechanical
parts means that the AVR doesn’t require maintenance and will not
be affected by dusty environments as other mechanical (for example
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Servo type) stabilisers.

Main features and benefits Contents

• Microprocessor controlled - high speed response. Single phase small Page 4-5
• Solid State reliability - no moving parts. Single phase large Page 6-7
• Widest input variation (of -30% to +22% as standard).
• 1250 Volts per second correction speed. Three phase indoor Page 8-9

• High output correction accuracy (of +/-4%) exceeds EC standards. Three phase outdoor
Isolating transformer Page 10-11
• Faster and smaller than servo operated units.
• Less expensive to buy and run than servo operated units. Options Page 12
• Quiet, unobtrusive operation. Operation principle Page 13
• Wide input frequency tolerance between 45 to 75 Hz allowing unit Technical notes Page 14
to function properly in areas of severe frequency disturbances.
Input and output voltage Page 15
• High overload capability of up to 150% for 4 minutes.
• Very low losses and minimal heat dissipation due to an efficiency
of over 96% at full load.
 • Warranty of 2 years. Sollatek provides full back up support on all its
products, with local support in over twenty countries worldwide.

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 General Specifications

Input
Frequency range 45Hz to 75Hz (i.e 50Hz –10%, +50%. or 60Hz –25%, +25%).
Additional voltage THD* <0.2% at input (tested at 100% linear load), (No PWM methods used).
Maximum input THD* Can withstand up to 10% THD from the supply.
Output
Additional voltage THD* <0.25% at output (tested at 100% linear load), (No PWM methods used).
Crest factor > 1: 3 permissible on load current (tested at 100% load).
Synchronization Output synchronized to input.
Permissible overload 1000% for 100ms,
150% for 4 minutes,
110% for 10 minutes.
Load types Designed to run lighting, motors, battery chargers, communications equipment, office equipment, SMPS, air-
conditioners, compressors, industrial machines, medical equipment and others. Suitable for all domestic, commercial
and industrial sites.
General
Technology All solid state (static) switching.
Efficiency <96% (at 100% linear load).
Control Microcontroller based control system provides self checks, system integrity monitoring and diagnostic indicators.
Control protection Internal surge arrestors and filters in control circuit protect against disturbances. Filtering algorithms and fault tolerant
software protect against disturbances and false measurements.
Ambient temperature range 0 to +55ºC.
Relative humidity < 95%, non condensing.
Acoustic noise < 45 dB (A).
Expected service life > 25 years.
Standards Manufactured to comply with :- ISO9001:2000, CE, EN 50081-1:1992, EN 50082-1:1998,
EN 55022:1998, EN 61000-4-2:1995/1998, EN 61000-4-3:1996, EN 61000-4-4:1995,
EN 61000-4-5:1995, EN 61000-4-6:1996, EN 61000-4-11:1994, DD ENV 50204, BS EN 61558-1, EN 60065, EN 60555.
Input range -30% to +22%
Output accuracy ± 4%
Correction speed 1250 Volts per sec.
Response within 15 millisecond .
kVA rating The Sollatek AVR range is wide and covers units from as small as 250W up to 100kVA in single phase and 10kVA to
2mVA in three phase. To choose the correct size from the Sollatek range, refer to the kVA calculator at the back.
Efficiency 88% at 25% load
94% at 50% load
96% at 75% load
97% at 100% load
Power factors Unaffected by load power factor.

* Total harmonic distortion

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Comparison Chart

Sollatek Sollatek Other relay based Servo/mechanical Benefits of Sollatek AVR

AVR range SVS range Stabilisers Stabilisers

Microprocessor Reliable.
controlled Yes Yes No/some No Accurate operation allows advanced functions.

Relays No Yes (uses Yes No Faster correction than mechanical types.

zero voltage Quiet.
switching) Low in cost.

Mechanical elements No No No Yes - uses motorised variable No mechanical elements means

transformer to adjust output no servicing or maintenance required.
Extremely fast voltage correction speed.

Requires servicing Yes - especially in

/maintenance No No No dusty environment Low admin cost.

Typical voltage The wide range is ideal, and in some cases essential
input range -30% to +22% -26% to +19% ±15% ±12.5% in countries with chronic mains supply problems.

Typical voltage
output range ± 4% ± 6% ± 6% ±1% ± 4% exceeds most international standards.

Cost comparison
(rated 1 to 4)* 3 2 4 4 (most expensive if Value for money.
same input range compared
ie ± 25%)

* 4 = most expensive

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 Single Phase small

AVR - 250VA to 2500VA

Main Features and Specifications

Introduction

Suitable for all applications for domestic and small

office use, this range of AVRs is built into an attractive
and modern enclosure to suit and blend with modern
equipment.

Sollatek AVRs from 250VA up to 1600VA are built into a

LED display LED display
plastic enclosure (see table opposite for dimensions). The showing input showing load
voltage state current
larger units are built into a metal enclosure with a plastic
facia, again providing a smart unit that will blend well with
other equipment. +15%
England

+5% OUTPUT load

avr
VOLTAGE current

+0% +10% Overload

INPUT VOLTAGE

+5% 100%

-5% 0% 75%

Features 500VA -10% 50%

-10% AUTOMATIC -20% 0%

VOLTAGE
-20%
REGULATOR
LED display - A seventeen Light Emitting Diodes (LED)
-25%
500watts microprocessor controlled REGULATOR
display is built on the front panel. This display provides the
following indications:
LED display showing corrected
output voltage
Input Voltage - 7 LEDs indicate the state of the
incoming voltage. At a glance it is possible to see the Front panel for Case type A
level of under-voltage or over-voltage.
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Output Voltage - 5 LEDs indicate the state of the LED display LED display
showing input showing load
output voltage. A zero % indication shows the output voltage state level

voltage reaching your equipment is at the correct

nominal voltage.
England

Load Current -5 LEDs display the percentage of rated

current the load is drawing through the AVR. Although INPUT
VOLTAGE
OUTPUT
VOLTAGE
LOAD
CURRENT
+15%

the Sollatek AVR will withstand 110% overload for long +5% +5%
over
load

durations, it is never recommended to overload any

0% +5% 100%

-5% 0% 75%

equipment. The overload indication makes it possible -10% -10% 50%

to reduce the load, allowing the AVR to

-20% -20% 0%

-25%

work safely. If the overload persists then Includes

overload
the Sollatek AVR will disconnect the load protection LED display showing
corrected output voltage
for protection.
Front panel Case type B, C and D

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 Single Phase small

Rear panels

On/off switch Outlet

Outlet (See socket availability below)
(See socket availability
below) On/off switch

Cable entry Fuse

Cable entry Fuse

Rear panel Case type A and B Rear panel Case type C and D

socket availability

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US UK 13amp UK 15amp UK 5 amp FRENCH (FR) SCHUKO (SCH)

All the above sockets types can be ordered on the rear panels

specifications

Model Amps Voltage VA Socket Weight Dims Case material

AVR01-22 1 230 230 UK,FR,SCH,UK5 4 124 x 193 x 100 Plastic (ABS)

AVR02-22 2 230 460 UK,FR,SCH,UK5 5 124 x 193 x 100 Plastic (ABS)

AVR05-22 5 230 1150 UK,FR,SCH,UK15 12 145 x 285 x 212 Metal

AVR10-22 10 230 2300 UK,FR,SCH,UK15 15 179 x 335 x 212 Metal

AVR02-11 2 110 220 US 3 124 x 193 x 100 Plastic (ABS)

AVR04-11 4 110 440 US 4 124 x 193 x 100 Plastic (ABS)

AVR05-11 5 110 550 US 5 124 x 193 x 100 Plastic (ABS)

AVR10-11 10 110 1100 US 11 161 x 277 x 133 Plastic (ABS)

AVR20-11 20 110 2200 US 14 215 x 347 x 520 Metal

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 Single Phase large

AVR - 5kVA to 100kVA

Main Features and Specifications

Introduction

Suitable for large applications covering a small office to

an entire apartment or house, or even a small workshop.

Available from 5kVA (21 Amps at 230V supply) up to 100kVA

(260 Amps at 230V) and built into a tower metal enclosure
with a small footprint of 295x210 mm (For models up to
10kVA 230V).

Included as standard, this range of AVRs includes an LCD

(liquid crystal display) which provides input voltage, output
voltage and output current monitoring. Using state of the
art technology the Sollatek AVR displays load current in real
time, input voltage and output voltage. (Display toggles
between input and output voltage, using a switch).

For AVR models up to 10kVA @ 230V (AVR40-22)

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Two LEDs showing the

selected voltage display
mode

Switch to select
the voltage display Display showing
between input voltage output voltage or
or output voltage input voltage in
real time

Display showing load

current in real time

Front panel AVR5k, AVR7.5k, AVR 10k

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specifications

Model Amps Voltage kVA Weight Dims

AVR20-22 20 230 4.6 40 215 x 347 x 520

AVR30-22 30 230 6.9 55 215 x 347 x 520
AVR40-22 40 230 9.2 60 215 x 347 x 520
AVR50-22 50 230 11.5 82 460 x 785 x 445
AVR75-22 75 230 17.2 100 460 x 785 x 445
AVR100-22 100 230 23.0 114 460 x 785 x 445
AVR250-22 250 230 57.5 350 680 x 1200 x 1130
AVR300-22 300 230 69.0 382 680 x 1200 x 1130
AVR300-22 AVR350-22 350 230 80.5 397 680 x 1200 x 1130
AVR400-22 400 230 92.0 423 680 x 1200 x 1130

AVR30-11 30 110 3.3 36 215 x 347 x 520

AVR40-11 40 110 4.4 40 215 x 347 x 520
AVR50-11 50 110 5.5 50 460 x 785 x 445
AVR75-11 75 110 8.2 56 460 x 785 x 445
AVR100-11 100 110 11.0 65 460 x 785 x 445
AVR250-11 250 110 27.5 127 680 x 1200 x 1130
AVR300-11 300 110 33.0 186 680 x 1200 x 1130
AVR350-11 350 110 38.5 204 680 x 1200 x 1130
AVR400-11 400 110 44.0 287 680 x 1200 x 1130

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AVR100-22 with digital display

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 Three Phase Indoor

AVR Three Phase

Main Features and Specifications

Introduction

The three phase AVR is made up from three identical single phase
regulator units. Each of these monitors its own output voltage and
adjusts for variations in mains supply voltage so as to maintain an
output voltage within close limits.

The Sollatek three phase AVRs all feature the same input voltage
range as standard of -30% to +22%, making them ideal for all
applications where the voltage supply is erratic. Also, when
compared to stabilisers of the same input range, the Sollatek AVR is
one of the most competitively priced units available.

The Sollatek three phase AVR range is easy to order. All units are
rated by the number of AMPS per phase and the input/output
voltage. For example:

Number of Input
phases =230Vac

AVR3x20-22-ABCDEFIMNOPRST WY
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Output current Output

per phase =230Vac

Options

A AVS
B Input circuit breaker
C Output circuit breaker
D Class II surge and spike protection
E Enhanced Input Voltage 90V
F Phase selector
I Isolating transformer
M Digital meters
N Auto bypass with override
O Outdoor enclosure (IP44)
P Changeover switch
R RFI
S Class I & II lightning, surge and spike protection
T Line reactor
W Wide input voltage
Y Manual bypass switch

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 Three Phase Indoor

specifications
VOLTAGE VOLTAGE VOLTAGE

Model Amps per phase Voltage KVA Weight Dims (mm)

kg W x D x H
OUTPUT CURRENT OUTPUT CURRENT OUTPUT CURRENT
AVR3x20-22 20 230/400 13.8 100 450 x 635 x 850
AVR3x30-22 30 230/400 20.7 150 450 x 635 x 850
VOLTAGE
INPUT

VOLTAGE
INPUT

VOLTAGE
INPUT
AVR3x50-22 50 230/400 34.5 210 500 x 685 x 1060
SELECT
OUTPUT

SELECT
OUTPUT

SELECT
OUTPUT
AVR3x75-22 75 230/400 51.7 285 600 x 735 x 1110
AVR3x100-22 100 230/400 69.0 400 500 x 835 x 1280
Voltright ™ Three Phase Automatic Voltage Regulator
Microprocessor Controlled Solid State AVR
AVR3x150-22 150 230/400 103.5 450 500 x 835 x 1280
AVR3x250-22 250 230/400 172.5 675 680 x 1200 x 2070
Front panel
AVR3x300-22 300 230/400 207.0 735 680 x 1200 x 2070
74930198
3Phase AVR-AM
Label
AVR3x400-22 400 230/400 276.0 790 680 x 1200 x 2070
OUTPUT NOTES AVR3x700-22 700 230/400 483.0 1200 1360 x 1200 x 2070
Pantone 165

Black
To calculate the VA: AVR3x800-22 800 230/400 552 1590 1360 x 1200x 2070
AVR3x900-22 900 230/400 621 1700 1360 x1200 x 2070
(cutter)

VA = Single phase amps x single phase voltage x 3

AVR3x1000-22 1000 230/400 690 1850 2040 x1200 x 2070
i.e: 20 (amps) x 230 (voltage) x 3 = 13800VA
Up to 3000A per phase available
To convert to kVA: Function diagram of AVR 3xN

Divide the VA by 1000: All the above are standard models.

i.e: 13800 ÷ 1000 = 13.8kVA
Input range for the standard models is -30% to +22%.
Other models can be made to order.
H

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To reduce cost and in areas of more stable input voltage,
Sollatek can provide the M (AVRM) series with an input of
+/-15%. The model number will be as above but with an M
suffix. E.g. AVRM3x20-22.

For costs, dimensions and weights please apply to Sollatek. D

W

Block diagram of Sollatek Three Phase AVR

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 Three Phase

AVR Three Phase Including Isolating Transformer

Main Features and Specifications

Introduction

The Sollatek isolating AVR is a version of the standard

Sollatek AVR. Designed specifically to provide the high level
of protection required for telecommunication applications
and for equipment that requires a higher level of surge, spike,
& noise protection. Using an isolating transformer, the AVR
provides a clean neutral and 10:1 attenuation ratio ensuring
that noise on the output is significantly reduced relative to
the input.

As the Sollatek isolating AVR requires no incoming neutral

it is protected against ‘loss of neutral’ problems. These can
occur when the neutral connection is lost, either by damage
or through the neutral cable being stolen and can result in
voltage imbalance and damage in non-isolating regulators.

These models as standard include various additional features

that are normally provided as optional extras. These include
a higher IP rating of 44 to allow outdoor installation. The
standard inclusion of output circuit breaker, manual by pass
and automatic voltage switcher function all make this unit
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the preferred choice for mission critical applications.

Features

• Designed for telecom applications

• Designed for remote operation where a high degree of
reliability is essential
• Input delta/star isolating transformer Internal view of an Outdoor Isolating AVR
• Weather-proof enclosure
• Fully electronic with no moving parts for:
- High reliability
- Speed of operation
- Immunity to dust and other environmental conditions

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 Three Phase

specifications

Model Amps per phase Voltage KVA Weight kg Dimensions (DxWxH) mm

Isolating AVR - INDOOR (-I)

AVR3x12-22-I 12 230/400 8.3 175 700 x 930 x 1100

AVR3x20-22-I 20 230/400 13.8 250 700 x 930 x 1450
AVR3x30-22-I 30 230/400 20.7 350 700 x 930 x 1450
AVR3x50-22-I 50 230/400 34.5 400 700 x 930 x 1450
AVR3x75-22-I 75 230/400 51.7 500 700 x 930 x 1450
AVR3x100-22-I 100 230/400 69.0 650 900 x 1200 x 1750
AVR3x150-22-I 150 230/400 103.5 1000 900 x 1200 x 1750

Isolating AVR - OUTDOOR (-IO)

AVR3x12-22-IO 12 230/400 8.3 150 1110 x 370 x 1090

AVR3x20-22-IO 20 230/400 13.8 230 1110 x 450 x 1190
AVR3x30-22-IO 30 230/400 20.7 325 1110 x 450 x 1190
AVR3x50-22-IO 50 230/400 34.5 375 1110 x 450 x 1190
AVR3x75-22-IO 75 230/400 51.7 475 1310 x 650 x 1290
AVR3x100-22-IO 100 230/400 69.0 620 1310 x 650 x 1290
AVR3x150-22-IO 150 230/400 103.5 950 1310 x 650 x 1290
Larger sizes available upon request

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Applications Standard features include

• Satellite operators • Wide input frequency tolerance

• Infrastructure telecom companies between 45 to 75 Hz allowing unit to
function correctly in areas of severe
• Embassies worldwide for reliable
voltage disturbances
electrification of their posts
• High overload capability with up to
• Medical systems for digital imaging,
150% for 4 minutes
scanning and x-ray equipment
• Very low losses and minimal heat
• Mobile phone operators
dissipation due to high efficiency
• Grid utility companies for voltage design
regulation to their sub-stations
• Easy access cabinet with lockable
• Various United Nations divisions doors
including WHO, UNICEF and WFP

Equipped with

• Bypass switch transferring the load

to the utility grid
• Low and high voltage protection
• Surge and lightning protection
• Output circuit breaker

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 Three Phase

AVR Three Phase OPTIONS

Main Features

A number of options are available on the Sollatek

3 Phase AVR range;

Option A) Automatic Voltage Switcher option (AVS™) the Automatic Voltage Regulator (AVR). In the case of a lost phase the two
The AVS (a Sollatek UK Patent 2139436) option completes the remaining phases will be used, allowing the site to continue to function
protection that can be offered by the Sollatek AVR. as normal. This ensures that the site mains supply is able to be used to the
The AVS simply disconnects the mains when the voltage is 'BAD' maximum, thereby minimising generator use.
and re-connects it automatically when the voltage returns to
Option I) Isolation transformer
'GOOD'. Using this principle, the AVS monitors the output of the
See page 10
AVR. If the AVR cannot correct the voltage sufficiently (in cases
where the fluctuation is extremely high or extremely low), then
Option M) Digital input/output voltage and current meters
the AVS will disconnect the output and thus provide this added
The Sollatek 3 Phase AVR can be ordered with meters to indicate the state of
protection to the appliance. When the AVR's output is acceptable, the input voltage to compare it with the output voltage. Current meters are
the AVS will monitor the supply for 1 minute to ensure stability useful to ensure that the load does not exceed the rating of the AVR.
and will then reconnect the mains.
The Sollatek AVS has an additional useful feature of Timesavetm. Option O) Outdoor enclosure
Using its own microprocessor, the AVS will monitor the time. If See page 10
the unit has been disconnected for more than 1 minute then the
AVS will reconnect within 10 seconds. Option P) Changeover switch
Manual switch that will by pass the incoming mains from the AVR directly
Option B&C) Input/output circuit breakers to the load. The AVR will remain powered on. To take the AVR off-line for
Circuit breakers protect the load and the AVR from the harmful maintenance, the system will need to be powered down first.
effects of overcurrent. It is recommended that all Sollatek AVRs
Option R) RFI filter
are installed with at least input circuit breakers and, wherever
RFI interference can cause malfunctioning of equipment, loss of data and, in
possible, output circuit breakers. These can be provided by
some cases, component failure. It can come from the supply side or from the
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the customer or alternatively, for ease of installation and for

load. If you think your site is potentially prone to RFI problems, please specify
compactness, they can be ordered as an option to be built in to this option at the time of ordering. Sollatek engineers will advise regarding
the AVR. the correct RFI filter option.

Option D&S) Additional surge/spike suppression - The DSP Option T) Line reactor
option: Class I and II. If harmonic interference is known to be present at your site, the line reactor
Extra surge/spike suppression is available on the Sollatek 3 option, connected at the input to the AVR, can be ordered to effectively
Phase AVR range with the DSP. This will provide a high level of filter out the unwanted harmonic content. For further details on harmonic
protection from lightning induced voltage and other voltage pollution, please refer to the technical notes section on the inside back page.
surges on the mains supply.
For more information please refer to Sollatek Voltsafe Suppressor Option W) Wide input voltage range
brochure. Boosts incoming voltage from 120V to 220V instead of the standard. W) Wide
input voltage range, boosts incoming voltage from 120V to 220V instead of
the standard.
Option E) Enhanced input voltage range
Boosts incoming voltage from 90V to 220V instead of the Option Y) Manual by-pass switch
standard. The function of the bypass switch option is to allow the user to remove
a regulator from service whilst the load remains connected to mains
Option F) Phase selector power. This has the benefit of allowing safe access to the AVR for servicing
The three phase voltages are constantly monitored by the without having to disconnect power from the load, thereby reducing system
phase selector and the two best phases are selected to supply downtime.

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 AVR OPERATION PRINCIPLE
Main Features

AVR Function Zero-Voltage Switching

This is based on an auto transformer with tap changing on the The AVR uses an auto transformer with tap changing to regulate the
output. There are seven taps to each transformer giving an accurate supply. The taps are selected using triacs which are controlled by a
output voltage for a wide range of input voltage. The taps are microcontroller. The micro measures the voltage of the mains wave-
switched by generously rated Triac banks to cope with motor start form many times every cycle so as to determine the voltage and
loads. decide which tap to select. The micro also uses these measurements
to synchronise the running of its software program to the mains
This technique results in a voltage stabiliser which has no moving wave-form. When a tap change is necessary, the micro watches
parts, responds quickly to voltage fluctuations and is not as large or for the mains voltage to reach zero volts and then it turns off the
heavy as other AVRs utilising different regulation techniques. present Triac and turns on the new Triac. The micro and the triacs
are semiconductor devices and switch very fast so that there is no
A micro-controller forms the heart of the control system. It measures interruption in the supply. This means that the new Triac is now in
the AVR output voltage and turns on the appropriate Triac bank to operation, selecting the new tap, at the very start of the next half
select the correct tap. cycle of the mains wave-form. The AVR will continue with this tap
selected until the measurements by the micro determine that another
A potentiometer is provided for fine adjustment of the output tap change is necessary.
voltage. The micro-controller also measures the frequency of the
mains supply and compensates accordingly. This also means that the Zero-Voltage Solid State Switching is also superior to Relay/
AVR will work automatically over a frequency range of 45 - 75Hz and Mechanical based switching as it avoids interruption to the supply
down to as low as 30Hz for short periods to help cope with diesel and also superior to servo based switching which apart from slow
generator loading problems. response and requiring maintenance, produces noise as the motor
brushes move during correction.

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Frequency and voltage measurements are filtered by the circuit and
software to remove noise and so prevent spurious tap changes. In
an industrial environment there can be a large amount of electrical Spike Protection
noise and interference present on the mains and load cabling. This The Sollatek AVR is protected against spike and surges primarily by
may be caused by other equipment in the building such as electric large Metal Oxide Varistors fitted at the input to the unit (260 Joules
motors and speed controllers, contactors and relays, electric welding, - 350VAC). These are fitted between the three lines and neutral and
etc. This will distort the waveform of the electricity. To avoid this, between the three lines and earth. These have the combined function
spike suppressors are fitted to the AVR input and output to clip any of protecting the AVR and the load.
high voltage transients on the line. Additionally, a capacitor type filter
is fitted to the measurement input to the AVR to further attenuate There is also a further Metal Oxide Varistor (1.5Joule - 31VDC) on
spikes and to filter out high frequency noise and interference. As a each circuit board to protect the AVR’s low-voltage circuitry. Polyester
further precaution, the software programme in the micro performs capacitors are fitted to all power supplies within the unit to filter out
mathematical filtering using various averaging techniques. The interference.
software does a number of checks to ensure that the measurements
it is getting are reasonable and consistent. All of these aspects of the
design result in an AVR which is rugged and will perform well in an
industrial environment.

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 AVR TECHNICAL NOTES
Main Features

In most applications, purchasing a stabiliser is simply a process of deciding Harmonics. It is important to state whether harmonics will be present on the
the power requirement and the voltage and choosing a suitably rated unit. supply, or will be generated by the load. Harmonics can be created by devices
However, ambient temperature, altitude, load duty cycle, type of load are also such as thyristors, silicon controlled rectifiers, switch mode power supplies,
all important factors in deciding which AVR to buy. Furthermore, in certain computer, UPS, television loads, fluorescent lamps with electronic ballasts,
situations it can be necessary to consider in greater detail the characteristics of variable speed drives and welding equipment. Alternatively harmonics can
the electricity supply and connected load when selecting an AVR. Please see be generated from the supply side by neighboring installations. If you think
the notes below for further details: harmonics are present on the supply please contact customer support at
Sollatek UK or your nearest Sollatek agent for further advice.
Ambient Temperature. Ambient temperatures in excess of 40°C should be
mentioned at the time of ordering as AVR size or rating may be affected. As a Circuit Breakers. As a minimum, the mains input to the AVR should be
rule of thumb, output power should be de-rated by 10% - 15% per 10°C above protected by a circuit breaker. For full protection an output circuit breaker
40°C ambient. should also be fitted. The input circuit breaker should be rated at 1.4 x output
current. The output breaker should be rated at output current. The Sollatek
Supply Frequency. The Sollatek standard ranges of AVRs are suitable for both
AVR – single phase models – are all protected by either a fuse or circuit
50Hz and 60Hz supplies. However, frequencies below 50Hz result in larger
breaker. Circuit Breaker is an option on the three phase models.
transformer and therefore AVR size, while frequencies above 50Hz may enable
AVR size to be reduced. Any frequency other than 50Hz should be notified at Spike Protection. The AVR is protected against high voltage surges and
the order/enquiry stage. spikes on input and output by metal oxide varistor based surge suppressors.
Spikes can be caused by lightning, switching heavy reactive equipment
Duty Cycle. If the AVR is to be used continually for considerably less than
such as industrial motors and transformers, arc welding and electrical grid
100% of the time, allowance can be made for this, leading to a reduction
switching. In areas of extremely high spike activity, additional protection may
in transformer size. The effective power in VA may be estimated from the
be necessary. Please contact customer support at Sollatek UK or your nearest
following formula:
Sollatek agent for further advice.

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Effective VA = Time on (mins) (I
2
) x Volts x 3
Cable selection. When selecting cable for the AVR input / out connections,
Total Time (mins)
one should bear in mind the input current may be up to 40% higher than the
Time on = time in minutes that AVR supplies current (say 15 minutes) output current of the unit. The input neutral (4-Wire system) must be fitted
and be fully rated. Voltage-drop should be kept as low as practicable.
Total time = total length in minutes of period in question (say 60 minutes)

I = Output current (say 20A)

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In the above example, the AVR supplies 20 Amps for 15 minutes out of every Marine Shore Power. Sollatek Isolating AVR (voltage stabilisation and

60 minutes. Duty cycle information may result in cost reduction and should be corrosion prevention).

notified at the time of enquiry/order. Non isolated shore power supplies will quickly corrode marine vessels

Operation at Altitude. The operation of electrical equipment at high altitude sacrificial anodes. Without these anodes severe damage will be caused to the

causes cooling by the circulation of air to be reduced. The greater the altitude vessels immersed metallic parts.

the greater this effect. It is therefore important to indicate that the AVR is An isolating transformer type shore supply must be used to prevent this
destined for a high altitude environment at the time of ordering. In this case, a galvanic corrosion.
high altitude is regarded as above 1500m.
The shore supply is connected to the AVR transformer’s primary winding, the
Motor Starting. Motor loads draw a very high initial starting current from the AVR’s secondary will be connected to the ship side mains input connector.
AVR. Whilst the AVR is designed to be able to supply this initial high current
To prevent galvanic corrosion, the AVR’s primary and secondary earth
without damage, repeated motor starts within a short period may cause
connections are intentionally seperated and for personnel safety the
excessive heating in the AVR. If motor based, air conditioner or refrigeration
secondary neutral and earth must be connected together with an earth fault
equipment are likely to constitute a large proportion of the AVR load, this
detector (GCFI or RCD sold seperately).
should be indicated at the point of enquiry. Since this could result in an
increase in AVR size, it may be beneficial in some instances to fit a soft start The AVR electrical equipment is contained in an IP44 lockable enclosure (rain
device to the motor to reduce starting surges. Please contact customer proof) but depending on proximity to the water, additional housing may be
support at Sollatek UK or your nearest Sollatek agent for further advice. required.

Neutral. The Sollatek 3 phase AVRs MUST have a fully rated neutral Please contact Sollatek technical support for further details. 
connection to the supply.

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 input and output voltage response for standard models

wake up
voltage Nominal set at 230V
0-118
Input 125 135 145 155 160 165 175 185 195 205 210 215 220 225 235 240 245 255 265 275 285 295 305 315

OUTput Off 173 185 200 213 220 226 221 234 228 222 228 233 239 225 235 221 226 235 225 235 242 251 260 268

wake up
voltage Nominal set at 220V
Input
132 135 145 155 160 165 175 185 195 205 210 215 220 225 235 240 245 255 265 275 285 295 305 315

OUTput
OFF 186 200 214 220 228 223 219 212 222 229 214 220 225 219 223 228 217 226 234 242 251 260 315

AVR input and output Voltage ratios

300

290

280

15
270

260

250

240
Output Voltage

230

220

210

200

190

180

170

160

150
130 140 150 160 170 180 190 200 210 220 230 240 250 260 270 280 290 300 310 320 330
Input Voltage

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