IPT® Rail
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Generally the basic function of IPT® Rail systems is the same as that of other IPT® systems. But there are some unique aspects to consider.
Because vehicles are usually rail guided in this instance, and an elevated installation of the cable is possible, it becomes also possible to use E-shape pickups.
In applications that include traveling track segments, i.e. switches in electric monorail systems, inductive power transfer can be used to supply such track segments inductively with energy. Cable chain solutions that experience wear, or other similar solution, become a sub-optimal choice. If an inductive power transfer system is installed, various safety features can be installed. It becomes possible to feed "safety zones" in front of switches or lifts, so that power transfer is only possible when the segment is in position. To implement a system like this, no extra feeds or external controls are necessary.
Naturally IPT® can also replace other conventional solutions, such as cable chains or conductor rails in skillet lines, skids, or in transfer cars. If there are certain requirements of the solution, IPT can be configured to handle them. For example, if voltage arcs at rail ends must be avoided, or if the access for maintenance underneath skillet platforms is very limited, IPT becomes the superior system.
Track Supplies convert main voltages of usually 50 or 60 Hz into a higher frequenty output voltage.
Usually IPT® systems are run at 15 or 20kHz. Only with this higher frequency of the output voltage and so the alternating magnetic field around the track cable an efficient non-contact power transfer becomes possible. Depending on the Regulators used on the secondary side track currents of 80 or 125 A are used.
Depending on the Track Supply design it is possible to adapt it to national mains voltages and to have different input and output signals, user interfaces, colors, etc..
Typical* Track Supplies:
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Description** |
Nom. Power** |
|---|---|
|
6 kW Track Supply Module |
80 A 6 kW |
|
6 kW Track Supply Module |
125 A 6 kW |
|
16 kW Track Supply Module |
80 A 16 kW |
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16 kW Track Supply Module |
125 A 16 kW |
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35 kW Track Supply Cabinet |
80 A 35 kW |
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35 kW Track Supply Cabinet |
125 A 35 kW |
* for other sizes, output voltages and design please do contact Conductix-Wampfler
** for detailed product data please take the corresponding product documentation
E-pickups are used where an elevated installation of the primary cable is no problem, i.e. at electric monorail systems or in skillet lines.
Pickup and Regulator are two separate units, to assure that small built-in envelopes, as typically given in electric monorail systems, are not a problem.
Typical* Sizes of E-Pickups and corresponding Regulators:
| Description IPT | Nom. Power | Output Voltage |
|---|---|---|
| 750 W E-Pickup / Regulator Module | 750 W | 560 VDC |
| 750 W E-Pickup / Regulator | 750 W | 560 VDC / 24 VDC 4A |
| 4.4 kW E-Pickup / Regulator | 4.4 kW | 560 VDC / 24 VDC 4A |
* for other sizes, output voltages and design please contact Conductix-Wampfler
** for detailed product data please refer to the product documentation
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