
Buffer Block S8T-DCBU-02 7
■Functions
READY Operation
The READY indicator and READY output will function as shown
below after the internal capacitor is completely charged and the
Block is ready to perform the backup operation. Up to 60 seconds is
required for the capacitor to charge completely.
The following status will occur if there is an error in the charge volt-
age of the internal capacitor or the output voltage of the
S8T-DCBU-02.
The backup operation will not be sufficient or will fail under the above
status. If this status occurs, immediately remove the cause of the
error, such as the following causes.
1. The connected DC voltage is 23 V or less.
2. The terminals have been connected in reverse or wiring is other-
wise not correct.
3. The overvoltage protection circuit has operated.
4. The overcurrent protection circuit of the connected power supply
has operated.
Note: The contact capacity of the output relay is 0.1 A at 24 VDC.
Backup Operation
The S8T-DCBU-02 will switch to the backup operation if a voltage
drop is detected on the connected power supply.
When the backup operation functions, the energy in the internal
capacitor will be discharged to the load. When the voltage of the
power supply then recovers, the S8T-DCBU-02 will start charging the
capacitor. Up to 60 seconds is required to charge the capacitor com-
pletely. The backup operation may therefore not function for the
required period if the backup operation starts while the capacitor is
being charged.
The following are examples in which the backup operation may not
be sufficient.
1. The backup operation starts within 60 seconds after turning ON
the power supply.
2. The backup operation is started consecutively within 60 seconds
of the previous backup operation.
3. A rapid change in the load or other factor causes the DC voltage
to drop, resulting in the backup operation, and then the backup
operation occurs again within 60 seconds.
The READY indicator and READY output will function as shown
below when the internal capacitor is being charged.
Note: 1. The contact capacity of the output relay is 0.1 A at 24 VDC.
2. The backup operation may be repeatedly performed if the
connected power supply is overloaded. Remove the cause
of the overload immediately.
3. The backup operation does not detect drops in the AC input.
Overcurrent Protection
The overcurrent protection circuit will operate at an overcurrent
detection point of 5.8 to 6.8 A to automatically reduce the output volt-
age and protect equipment against shorts and overcurrents. Normal
operation will be restored automatically when the overcurrent status
is eliminated.
Note: Continuing operation in an overcurrent status may result in de-
terioration of or damage to internal parts.
Overvoltage Protection
If a voltage that is higher than the specified input voltage range is
input or the output voltage exceeds the specified voltage, the over-
voltage protection circuit will operate at between 31 and 36 V to shut
OFF the output voltage and protect the load from damage due to
overvoltages.
To restore operation, turn OFF the input power supply for 1 minute or
longer and then turn it back ON.
Note: 1. Remove the cause of the overvoltage before turn the input
power supply back ON.
2. The backup operation will not be performed when the over-
voltage circuit operates to shut OFF the output.
Reverse Connection Protection
The S8T-DCBU-02 will be protected even if the positive and negative
I/O terminals are connected in reverse.
READY
READY output relayIndicator
1
2
Indicator lit
(READY: Green) Relay (READY)
(1)-(2): open
READY output relayIndicator
READY 1
2
Indicator not lit
(READY: Green) Relay (READY)
(1)-(2): closed
BACKUP 3
4
BACKUP output relayIndicator
Indicator lit
(BACKUP: Red) Relay (BACKUP)
(3)-(4): closed
READY output relayIndicator
READY 1
2
Indicator not lit
(READY: Green) Relay (READY)
(1)-(2): closed