LAPP A6S Power Lock Box User Manual

June 1, 2024
LAPP

A6S Power Lock Box

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Product Information

Specifications

  • Product Name: POWERLOCK BOX

  • Designed for: Standard 19 rack systems or dedicated panel
    mounts within buildings or remote cabinets

  • Threaded Posts Torque: 27.5 Nm min. to 31.4 Nm max.

  • Recommended Screw/Bolt Torque: 2.94 Nm min. to 3.43 Nm
    max.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Colour Coding

Region-specific color coding for Earth, Neutral, L1, L2, and L3
connections.

2. Un-packing & Content

Before unpacking, ensure packaging is undamaged. Check part
number against order and current rating label matches
requirements.

Content:

  • 1x POWERLOCK BOX
  • 1x 6 mm Allen wrench
  • 1x 2-pole cable connector for remote sensing
  • 1x Operating / Maintenance guide

3. Mounting at the Control Cabinet/Building

3.1 Mechanical Mounting

Mount using M6 screws/bolts and washers with recommended torque.
Ensure even tightening and provide adequate support during
assembly.

3.2 Power Installation

Electrical installations by qualified personnel only. Connect
power cables with cable lugs to threaded posts on the rear. Use
insulated spanners for connections.

3.3 Connector for Remote Sensing

A 2-pole Trident connector at the back enables remote
sensing.

4. Installation and Usage

4.1 Warnings

  • Operate only by qualified persons.

  • Use original POWERLOCK connectors to avoid damage and warranty
    invalidation.

  • Ensure cables and connectors match the current rating of the
    box and supply.

  • Avoid connecting/disconnecting under load.

4.2 Connection with Cable Connectors

Mating connectors must be ordered separately. Recommended
cross-sections are printed on the rear of the box.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I use non-approved connectors with the POWERLOCK

BOX?

A: No, using non-approved connectors may cause damage to the box
and invalidate any warranty.

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POWERLOCK BOX
User manual
Table of contents
1 Colour Coding ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 2 2 Un-packing & content ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 2 3 Mounting at the control cabinet/ buliding …………………………………………………………………… 2
3.1 Mechanical mounting …………………………………………………………………………………………. 2 3.2 Power installation ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3 3.3 Connector for remote sensing …………………………………………………………………………….. 3 4 Installation and usage……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4 4.1 Warnings…………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4 4.2 Connection with cable connectors……………………………………………………………………….. 4 5 Technical data …………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5 6 Maintenance & disposal ……………………………………………………………………………………………. 5 7 Appendix ­ Mounting of the micro switch connector ……………………………………………………. 6

1 Colour Coding

Region

Earth Neutral L1

L2

L3

Europe

United States

Australia

2 Un-packing & content
Before unpacking, make sure that the packaging is undamaged. Before unpacking, the part number of the POWERLOCK BOX should be checked against your order. Also check that the current rating label on the unit matches your requirements. The carton should contain the following:
1x POWERLOCK BOX 1x 6 mm Allen wrench 1x 2-pole cable connector for remote sensing 1x Operating / Maintenance guide

3 Mounting at the control cabinet/ building
3.1 Mechanical mounting
POWERLOCK BOXES are designed for standard 19″ rack systems or to dedicated panel mounts within buildings or remote cabinets. It is recommended that M6 screws / bolts and flat washers are used, and tightened to a torque of 2.94 Nm min. to 3.43 Nm max. The screws / bolts should be tightened evenly. Adequate support during assembly must be provided.

If the 19″ rack does not support all IEC 60297 requirements, the use of additional mounting plates may apply.
3.2 Power installation
Caution: Electrical installations should only be carried out by a suitably qualified electrical engineer. It is the responsibility of the installer and user to ensure that the safe practices are adopted.
Power installation: M12 threaded posts on the rear of the unit are for connecting power cables fitted with cable lugs. Each position is marked on the back of the box. E (Ground), N, L1, L2 & L3. The threaded posts have a spring washer and nut that should be tightened to a torque of 27.5 Nm min. to 31.4 Nm max.
It is recommended that insulated spanners are used when making these connections.
3.3 Connector for remote sensing
A 2-pole Trident connector is at the back of the POWERLOCK BOX to enable remote sensing.

The 2 pole connector mounted on the rear is connected to a micro-switch inside the unit: If all connectors are in place and the unit is locked, the micro switch is locked A complete assembly instructions for this connector are shown at the end of this document.
Micro switch with POWERLOCK BOX – open
Micro switch with POWERLOCK BOX – closed
4 Installation and usage
4.1 Warnings
This box should only be operated by suitably qualified persons. Only original POWERLOCK connectors should be used with this unit. The use of non-
approved connectors may cause damage to the box and will invalidate any warranty. Ensure that the current rating of the cables and connectors being used are suitable for
the current rating of the POWERLOCK BOX and connected supply. Do not connect / disconnect under load!
4.2 Connection with cable connectors
The necessary mating connectors have to be ordered separately and are not part of the delivery. Recommended cross-sections are printed on the rear of the box:
400 – 120 mm² and 660 A ­ 240 mm².
1. Use the Allen wrench to open the cover (version with safety cover). 2. The POWERLOCK connectors are plugged sequentially in a row. Starting on the left with
the Ground/Earth connection (Green) going to the right with N, L1, L2, L3. 3. Insert the Ground (Green) connector, aligning the “PUSH” arrow on the label of the con-
nector in a 12 o´clock position. Fully insert the connector until it bottoms in the cavity and turn through 45 degrees clockwise until the connector locks with an audible `click’. 4. Repeat the above process for the Neutral connector and the rest of the connectors. If at any time a connectors does not rotate fully, check if the previous connector is fully turned. 5. The lock is located to the right of the L3 connector on the front panel. The needed square drive key is provided.

6. Remove the key. All connectors are now locked in place and cannot be removed until the box is unlocked.
7. To remove the connectors, ensure that the power is turned off and reverse the above procedure.
5 Technical data

The POWERLOCK BOX is CE labeled and fullfills all relevant requirements.

Current rating Voltage rating Dielectric strength Micro-switch operating voltage Micro-switch operating current Operating temperature Environmental protection
Weight Flammability rating Mating cycles

400 or 660 ampere (depending on the version)

1000V AC /1500V DC

9500 V DC

125 V AC max.

5 A

– 30°C to +85°C

IP 20 without cover, not plugged in IP65 with closed cover, not plugged in IP65 mated

3,25 kg (without cover) UL94 ­ V0

3,75 kg (with cover)

500

6 Maintenance & disposal
Mounting and maintenance should only be performed by qualified staff. Periodic greasing of the O-Ring seals on the connector ports is recommended. The POWERLOCK BOX should regularly be inspected for damage, including a visual in-
spection of the source contacts. Periodic retention testing of PS (Power Source) contacts is recommended to confirm
that contact life has not been exceeded. Disposal:
After use the device should be disposed of in accordance with national or local authority guidelines.
The carton and its packing are recyclable and should be disposed according to national or local authority guidelines.

7 Appendix ­ Mounting of the micro switch connector
Bag content Trident connector
1. Cross-sectional area 14 – 26 AWG 2. Strip 6 mm of the wire. Twist the braids
and pre-tin contacts and wire. 3. Solder wire to contact
4. Separate the endbell clamping parts 5. Pass the wires/cable through the endbell 6. Insert the insulator into the coupling nut
7. Insert contacts into cavaties A & C. Position B & D are preloaded to prevent a wrong positioning of the contacts.
8. Screw the endbell to the connector and hand tighten
9. Select and fit a suitable clamp bar for your wire/cable and tighten screws.
U.I. Lapp GmbH D-70565 Stuttgart/Germany
www.lappgroup.com A Company of the Lapp Group

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