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VCI-3 - Voice Cable Identification System

VCI-3 - Voice Cable Identification System

VCI-3 - Voice Cable Identification System

Product catalog summary
Overview
The VCI-3 is a cable identification and phasing system designed for use on de-energized three-phase systems during installation or maintenance. It employs a current injection technique, either directly into wire conductors or via magnetic transducers, with grounding required at one or two ends for safety.

Advantages
  • Unique balanced injection system to prevent signal bleeding.
  • Three frequencies for phase identification.
  • Easy installation and operation.
  • Extended range up to 10 km (6 miles).
  • Over 8 hours of tone transmission.
  • Lightweight and compact design.
  • Optional magnetic sensing transducer.
  • Phase detection via transmitter tone presence or absence.
  • Digital filtering of network harmonics.
  • Dual grounded method for safety.

Operation Mode
The system includes a tone transmitter with a speaker and microphone for vocal identification messages. It uses direct connection clips or magnetic current injection clamps. The detector features a magnetic sensor, adjustable detection threshold, and digital processing for precise tone detection.

Technical Specifications
  • VCI-3 Emitter: 7x NiMH AA batteries, 8 hours autonomy, 5 hours charge time, dimensions 210 x 130 x 55 mm, weight 750 g, operating temperatures -10°C to 50°C.
  • VCI-3 Detector: Li-Ion 3.7V 900mA battery, 4 hours autonomy, 5 hours charge time, dimensions 130 x 75 x 26 mm, weight 170 g, operating temperatures -10°C to 50°C.

Standard Accessories
  • VCI-3 Emitter and Detector
  • Magnetic sensor
  • Battery charger
  • Cable kit
  • Transportation case
  • User manual
  • Calibration certificate

Optional Accessories
  • Noise filter
  • Detector clamp
  • Transmitter clamp kit
  • Detector compass probe kit
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Catalog excerpts

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VCI-3 Voice Cable Identification System The VCI-3 is a cable identification and phasing system used during installation or maintenance works on de-energized three phase systems. ADVANTAGES Unique balanced injection system that eliminates signal bleeding on other wires Three different frequencies to identify each phase Easy to install and operate Extended range: up to 10 km (6 miles) of working distance Tone transmission for more than 8 hours Lightweight and compact Optional magnetic sensing transducer Phase detection by transmitter tone presence or absence Digital filtering of network harmonics Unique dual grounded method OPERATION MODE The tone transmitter integrates a speaker and a microphone to record the vocal identification message. The transmitter uses direct connection injection clips or three clamps for magnetic current injection. The clamps induces current in the conductor and no concerns with the cable sheath. Thanks to its rechargeable battery pack, it can provide more than eight hours of continuous work. The compact detector uses a magnetic sensor. It has a built-in speaker with adjustable volume and a earphones jack to listen to the vocal identification message even in noisy environments. The sensor detection threshold is adjustable according to cable type and length. Detection is guaranteed by a digital processing system that checks for the presence or absence of every tone that comes in from the transmitter end. ndb Technologies’ unique process guarantees a safe, precise and flawless detection. ndb Technologies inc. • 1405 St-Jean-Baptiste, office 111 • Quebec (QC) G2E 5K2 - Canada • Tel: 1(418)877-7701 Fax: 1(418)877-7787 Email: [email protected]

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VCI-3E TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Battery Charge time Operating temperatures Storage temperatures OVERVIEW The VCI-3 uses a current injection technique. The current is injected in the wire conductors or by magnetic transducers. Grounding is required at one or two ends of the three phase circuit, which can stay in place during the intervention to ensure maximum operator safety. The detector’s unique tone sensing system guarantees flawless and safe identification and tagging. The VCI-3 is a compact device that is very easy to use. STANDARD ACCESSORIES: • VCI-3 Emitter Charge time • Battery charger...

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