Alternateur A.R.K184H

Electrical Performance

• Type: Three-phase, brushless, self-excited synchronous alternator

• Frequency: 50 / 60 Hz

• Power Factor: 0.8

• Voltage Range: 190–480 V (configurable for star, delta, or parallel star)

• Voltage Regulation: ±1.0%

• Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): <5% (balanced linear load), <1.5% (no-load)

• Sustained Short Circuit Current: >300% of rated current

• Efficiency: Up to 87.7% (depending on frequency and voltage)

• Telephone Harmonic Factor (THF): <2%

• Telephone Interference Factor (TIF): <50

• Excitation System: Self-excited, AVR-controlled

• AVR Models: SX460 (standard), SX440 / MX341 / MX321 optional

• Short Circuit Ratio (1/Xd): 6.0 typical

Reactances (Per Unit, Saturated)

• Xd (Synchronous): 1.858–2.515

• X’d (Transient): 0.141–0.191

• X’’d (Subtransient): 0.077–0.104

• Xq (Quadrature): 0.898–1.216

• X’’q (Quadrature Subtransient): 0.157–0.213

• X₂ (Negative Sequence): 0.118–0.160

• X₀ (Zero Sequence): 0.028–0.038

• Leakage Reactance (XL): 0.058–0.078

• Time Constants:

  • Transient (T’d): 0.024 s

  • Subtransient (T’’d): 0.015 s

  • Open Circuit Field (T’do): 0.57 s

  • Armature (Ta): 0.010 s

Construction & Design

• Insulation Class: H (125°C rise at 40°C ambient)

• Protection: IP23 (optional IP44 with 5–10% derating)

• Cooling: Self-ventilated air cooling

  • 50 Hz: 0.15 m³/s (318 cfm)

  • 60 Hz: 0.19 m³/s (403 cfm)

• Frame: Steel structure with cast aluminum front and rear covers

• Stator: Double-layer winding, 2/3 pitch eliminates triple harmonics

• Rotor: Damped cage rotor, dynamically balanced to BS6861 standards

• Bearings:

  • Drive End: 6309-2RS (ISO standard, sealed-for-life)

  • Non-Drive End: 6306-2RS (ISO standard, sealed-for-life)

• Overspeed Capability: 120% of rated speed (2250 rpm)

• Leads: 12 reconnectable leads (series star, parallel star, or delta)

• Stator Resistance: 0.1713 Ω/phase (22°C, series star connection)

• Rotor Resistance: 0.89 Ω (22°C)

• Rotor Inertia (WR²): 0.2763 kg·m² (single bearing), 0.2706 kg·m² (double bearing)

Dimensions & Weight

• Wound Rotor Weight: 72.33 kg (single bearing) / 69.12 kg (double bearing)

• Stator Weight: 73 kg

• Complete Alternator Weight: 216 kg (single bearing) / 203 kg (double bearing)

• Shipping Weight: 226 kg (single bearing) / 213 kg (double bearing)

• Packing Dimensions: 84 × 59 × 75 cm

Regulation & Control

• Excitation: Self-excited, AVR-controlled

• AVR Model: SX460 (standard), SX440 / MX341 / MX321 optional

• Voltage Regulation Accuracy: ±1.0%

• Parallel Operation: Supported (with compatible AVR)

• RFI Suppression: BS EN 61000-6-2 & BS EN 61000-6-4, VDE 0875G/N compliant

• Standards Compliance: IEC60034, GB755, BS5000, VDE0530, NEMA MG1-22, CSA C22.2-100, AS1359

• Certification: ISO9001 Quality Management System

Environmental Parameters

• Operating Temperature: –15°C to +40°C

• Relative Humidity: Up to 95% (non-condensing)

• Altitude: Up to 1000 m without derating

• Cooling Air Requirement: 0.15–0.19 m³/s depending on frequency

• Noise & Vibration: Balanced per BS6861 mechanical standards

Performance Summary

• Efficiency Range: 86.9–87.7%

• Voltage Dip (Transient Load): ≤25% at 0.8 PF

• Recovery Time: <0.5 seconds

• Locked Rotor Motor Starting: >300% rated current

• Applications: Prime power, standby, rental, telecom, mobile, lighting tower, refrigeration, and railway generator systems