UST SureVolt

UST SureVolt

Safely operate on the grid while bridging all potentially disruptive and destructive voltage anomalies.

The UST SureVolt™ automatic voltage regulator provides tightly controlled voltage through both transient and longer-term low or high voltage events, while balancing three-phase power.

SureVolt Features

  • Fast voltage regulation corrects under/over voltage, sags, and swells
  • High fault-clearing capacity permits reliable operation of other protective devices
  • Built-in surge suppression for surges and spikes
  • Line isolation minimizes transients
  • Transformer shielding reduces line noise to deliver clean power
  • Independent phase regulation corrects voltage imbalance
  • Input circuit breaker protects against damaging over-current and short circuits
  • Automatic failsafe electronic bypass keeps the load powered

The SureVolt™ automatic voltage regulator combines the best qualities of typical mechanical and electronic voltage regulators while eliminating their weaknesses. Mechanical voltage regulators are valued for their high overload capacity and good voltage regulation, but these qualities are offset by their slow correction speed and the need for regular maintenance of moving parts. Similarly, electronic voltage regulators are known for their fast correction speed, but suffer from poor overload capacity.

The SureVolt provides high overload capacity for loads with large inrush-current requirements. At the same time, it provides consistent voltage regulation and fast correction without regular maintenance or moving parts.

The UST SureVolt™ is an automatic voltage regulator that uses solid-state devices (SCRs) to select transformer taps to regulate output within the desired range. UST units use a patented design, resulting in reliability far superior to our competitors’.

UST’s SureVolt™ is more reliable because:

  1. UST’s configuration does not require the SCRs to handle the full load current (as other voltage regulators do), but merely a fraction of the load current.
  2. UST sizes SCRs to operate between 1⁄4 and 1/3 of their rated current capacity.
  3. UST’s patented technology does not require the unit to wait for a zero crossing of the current to initiate a tap change. When competitive units miscalculate the zero crossing, damage to SCRs or the transformer can occur. UST eliminates this potential problem by incorporating the ability to initiate tap changes at any time in the cycle. This also makes the UST SureVolt correct voltage faster than units that wait for a zero crossing.
  4. UST incorporates an additional level of protection—a circuit breaker in the SCR path to protect the SCRs in case of over-current conditions (e.g., short circuit load) or other malfunctions.

Overload Capacity

The SureVolt uses a non-full-power semiconductor design to provide an overload capacity of 1000% for 1 second rather than 1000% or 1 cycle like other electronic power conditioners. This makes the SureVolt compatible with all load types and load power factors. The SureVolt delivers a minimum 1000% fault-clearing capability to permit circuit protective devices to operate properly. High overload capacity also means that the SureVolt does not need to be sized for the peak load current.

Current Interruption Eliminated

The SureVolt’s unique design eliminates the load current interruption seen in some power conditioners during switching. These interruptions to the current flow can create voltage spikes when switching, affecting sensitive loads and causing premature component failure.

Natural Convection Cooling

Cooling fans are a maintenance problem, and dirty fans can result in power conditioner failure. With 100% natural convection cooling, the SureVolt requires no fans or other moving parts. Other enclosure designs are available and can be quoted specific to customer requirements.

Fast Correction

The SureVolt provides fast voltage correction to keep sensitive equipment up and running. Programmable logic controllers (PLCs), variable frequency drives (VFDs) and instrumentation all benefit from the SureVolt’s short correction time (typically 1 cycle).

Electronic Failsafe Bypass

UST provides auxiliary circuit breakers in the SCR paths of the automatic voltage regulator design. When the current limit is exceeded or manually tripped, the SCRs are reset to the nominal path (no boost, no buck), and the unit is placed into non-regulation mode, where output voltage is similar to input voltage. When this circuit breaker is opened either manually or automatically, there is NO interruption to the load. The unit can be operated in this mode until it is appropriate to shut down the loads and take the unit off-line for maintenance. Most customers do not require a separate mechanical bypass. When in automatic internal bypass mode, some internal electrical components (e.g. the transformer and some SCRs) remain energized. In these cases, it is necessary to wait until the load can be removed and the unit can be completely de-energized before attempting maintenance.

The standard location of the auxiliary circuit breakers is inside the enclosure. UST users are in favor of this arrangement so access is limited to the appropriate personnel. UST can arrange to have the auxiliary breaker accessible from the outside if it is necessary to manually force the unit into internal bypass from an external switch.

If the EVR is functioning properly, however, a user should have no reason to initiate bypass mode, since the unit has no scheduled maintenance other than an annual cleaning.

All Digital Controls

All digital controls and operation permit the SureVolt to provide the highest levels of performance and accuracy in operation as well as a broad degree of customization for applications.

Simple Operation

The SureVolt uses microprocessor-controlled tap-switching technology with an isolated, shielded transformer and a unique control design that makes the SureVolt the industry’s leading automatic voltage regulator. The SureVolt conditions power with no operator or programming required. The standard LCD display provides information on the status and then-current operation of the unit while alarm contacts permit remote monitoring.

Easy Installation and Maintenance

SureVolt installation is as simple as setting it in place and installing the wiring in and out. The unit arrives completely assembled and requires no programming, testing, measuring, setting of switches or internal wiring. Maintenance is just as easy. With no moving parts, wear parts or fans, the SureVolt requires no regularly scheduled maintenance.

Application
Size (kVA) - Single Phase5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 50, 75, 100, 150
(larger sizes available upon request)
Size (kVA) - 3 Phase5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 50, 75, 100, 125, 150, 200, 250, 300, 350, 400, 500, 600, 750, 1,000, 1,250, 1,500, 1,750, 2,000, 2,500, 3000
NoteStandard configuration is an isolation transformer up to 500kVA. Auto-transformer is for units above 500kVA.
Input / Output Voltages1Ø/60Hz: 120, 208, 240, 480 3Ø/60Hz: 208, 240, 480, 600
1Ø/50Hz: 110, 220, 380, 400 3Ø/50Hz: 220, 380, 400, 415
Voltage step up or step down and non-standard voltages available upon request.

Regulation / Operating Characteristics
Voltage step up or step down and non-standard voltages available upon request.Voltage Regulation Tolerance - 2%
Overload/Inrush Capability1000% - 1 second, 500% - 5 seconds, 200% - 1 min.; 1000% fault clearing.
Minimum LoadNo minimum load or part load limitations.
Load / Power FactorNo minimum or part load or power factor limitations, compatible with all load types.
Tap SwitchingNo load current interruption or waveform distortion on switching at any load or load power factor.
Zero Crossing SensitivityTap switching not dependent upon determining load current zero crossing.
Phase BalancingEach phase regulated independently
Harmonic DistortionNo distortion added at any load or load power factor.
Response Time1 cycle typical, regardless of load or load power factor.
Efficiency1 cycle typical regardless of load or load power factor.
Efficiency97% typical (isolation transformer); 99% typical (auto-transformer).
Operating Frequency± 3% of nominal frequency.

Noise Suppression/Load Protection
Noise Attenuation150 dB at 100 kHz common mode; 65 dB at 100 kHz normal mode.
Surge SuppressionIncluded: complies with ANSI/IEEE C62.41, UL 1449.
Input Circuit BreakerIncluded: standard, UL 489, ANSI/IEEE C22.2.
Failsafe Electronic BypassAuto-actuation on high temperature, over-current, or component failure with no loss of load.

Construction
TechnologyElectronically controlled tap-switching series transformer design.
Switching SemiconductorsNon-full power semiconductors. Individual SCRs are not required to carry full unit current.
ControlsMicroprocessor-based control.
CoolingStandard NEMA-1 indoor enclosure designed for natural convection cooling (contaminant-free, dry, clean air).
Copper wound transformerMeets ANSI specifications.
EnclosureNEMA-1 indoor is standard (optional custom indoor or outdoor enclosures also available).
Backlit LCDPhase regulation and status indicators.

Environmental Requirements
Temperature - HumidityAmbient 32° to 104°F (0 to 40°C) – Relative humidity 0-95% non-condensing.
Operating Altitude0 to 3,300 ft (1000m) - Typical derating of 0.3% for every 100M over 1000M.