Locate and Fix Circuit Faults in No Time
Faulted circuit indicators for overhead and underground electrical distribution systems.
Our FCIs work reliably on everything from heavily loaded industrial applications to underground residential developments to long and lightly loaded rural overhead feeders and everything in between. Smart Grid Solution’s faulted circuit indicators are easy to use, versatile in applications, simple to install, and easy to read. The variety of supported and customizable flashing patterns accommodates both older and more recent industry practices.
Keep your power grids running without a hitch.
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FI-5A Overhead Fault Indicator
The FI-5A is Smart Grid Solutions’ overhead fault indicator. Fault indicators are a simple way for utilities to improve system reliability and reduce outage time. The FI-5A combines reliable operation and long field life to provide end-users with a low-maintenance solution to troubleshooting faults.Features
Features
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- Auto Adjusting Trip Point
- Inrush Restraint And Backfeed Protection
- High Visibility LEDs
- Easy Installation with Hot Stick
- Capable of 10+ Years of Field Life IEEE-495 Compliant and ISO-9001 Certified
- Capable of Harvesting Power From Line
Specifications
Specifications
Maximum Operating Voltage
69 kV
Trip Current Range
self-adapting trip current level
Life Span
capable of 10+ years field life and 20 years shelf life
Auto Reset
customer-specified reset time
Cable Diameter Range
0.3in to 1.7in (8mm to 42mm)
Temperature Range
-40°C to +85°C
Power Source
10.9 AH lithium metal cells
Total Indicating Time
>2,000 hours
Weight
20 oz
Accuracy
+/- 10%
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FI-3C Underground Faulted Circuit Indicator
The FI-3C is Smart Grid Solutions’ underground fault indicator. Fault indicators are a simple way for utilities to improve their system reliability numbers. The FI-3C combines reliable operation and long field life to provide end-users with a low-maintenance solution to troubleshooting faults.Features
Features
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- Auto Adjusting Trip Point
- Inrush Restraint And Backfeed Protection
- Easy Installation with Hot Stick
- Mountable on Energized Line
- UV and Corrosion Resistant Materials
- Capable of 10+ Years of Field Life IEEE-495
- Compliant and ISO-9001 Certified
- Capable of Harvesting Power From Line
Specifications
Specifications
Maximum Operating Voltage
69 kV
Trip Current Range
self-adapting trip current level
Battery Life
capable of 10+ years field life and 20 years shelf life
Auto Reset
customer-specified reset time
Cable Diameter Range
sm: 0.3in to 1.7in (8mm to 42mm)
lg: 0.8in to 2.6in (20mm to 65mm)
lg: 0.8in to 2.6in (20mm to 65mm)
Temperature Range
-40°C to +85°C
Power Source
2.4 AH lithium oxide cells
Accuracy
+/- 10%
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