Recon

FI-3C Underground Faulted Circuit Indicator

Recon

Underground FCI

The Recon provides accurate and reliable fault detection in underground power systems. Its durable design and intelligent operating principle ensure trusted fault response on a wide range of applications, making it an industry leader for enhancing system reliability.

Trip Current Range

Auto-adjusting trip point with real time load tracking
Power Source

2.4 Ah lithium cell, non-replaceable

*20+ year shelf-life

*harvests power from the line when load is >25 A

Current Withstand25ka for 60 cycles (1 second)
Manufacturer's Warranty5 years from date of purchase
Installation Diameter Range
  • Small: 0.3 in to 1.7 in (8 mm to 42mm)
  • Large: 0.8 in to 2.6 in (20 mm to 65 mm)
Indication
  • Standard: local LED
  • Optional: remote fiber optic indicator
  • Optional: low battery indication
Accuracy+/- 5%
Auto Reset TimeCustomer specified (standard settings of 4 hr, 8 hr, or 24 hr)
Total Indicating Time

>4000 hours

Casing MaterialsUV stable polycarbonate and potting compound
Current TransformerSplit core corrosion resistant stainless steel

Temperature Range

-50°C to +85°C

Weight16 oz (435 g)
Notable Features
  • Superior inrush current restraint
  • Recognizes post-fault backfeed current
  • No minimum load current requirement to respond to faults
  • Wide variety of settings available to accommodate existing customer practices and modern power systems
Compliance StandardsIEEE-495 (2007) compliant and ISO-9001 certified

One-to-One Fiber Optic Cables

Standard 6ft, also available in various lengths.

Three-to-One Fiber Optic Cables

Standard 6ft, also available in various lengths.

Cable Trainers

Magnetic cable trainer to easily organize fiber optic cables inside transformer or switchgear cabinets when installing SGS underground FCIs. Steel plate available for non-magnetic surfaces.