Alpha Technologies CXPS 48-1.8-i, 48V Pos Gnd - Manual (Page 13)

Argus Technologies Ltd. 053-990-C0 Rev A WC
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1 Introduction
1.1 Scope of the Manual
This instruction manual covers the features and installation of Argus Technologies’ CXPS 48-1.8-i 48V 150A
Power System.
NOTE: To aid the user with installation, frequent reference is made to drawings located at the rear of this manual.
1.2 Product Overview
The CXPS 48-1.8-i is a complete integrated 48Vdc power system with 150A capacity. The system utilizes the
advanced Cordex CXCI controller and 48V 1.8kW rectifier modules. The DCP03 300A distribution center provides
front access for DC distribution, site controller, and battery connections.
Cordex rectifier modules use a high frequency, switched mode conversion technique to provide a fully regulated
and isolated DC output from the AC mains. The rectifier input is wide range to allow use on
120/208/220/230/240/277Vac 50/60Hz electrical service. NOTE: System has de-rated output below 176VAC
input, see specifications at the front of this manual.
Rectifier power modules are “hot swappable” meaning they can be inserted or removed from the shelf without
cutting power to or from the system or the load.
NOTE: Rectifier modules are not included with the base system, but may be purchased along with the system at the time
of ordering or added after the shelf has been installed.
The shelf rectifier system is designed to operate with the Argus Cordex System Controller (CXC).
This system uses the CXCI integrated version of the controller, which is factory installed on the Cordex rectifier
system shelf.
The CXC allows the user to configure, monitor and control the entire DC power system locally or remotely via a
web browser such as Internet Explorer. Features of the unit include temperature compensation, auto equalization,
remote access, e-mail alarm notification, battery diagnostics, as well as web server and SNMP support for
configuration and monitoring.
Details of controller operation are provided in the current version software manual.
Figure 1–Front view of the 053-990-20-000 rail mount CXPS 48-1.8-i configuration