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Earth Leakage Current (Touch Current)

The drive has been designed and tested to comply with the limits defined in EN 61800-5-1: 2007. The test technique used is defined by EN 60990:2000.

As stated in the standard 61800-5-1:2007, 5.2.3.5 the motor does not have to be loaded, however, the motor type, cable type and length can have a significant impact on the results.

Earth Leakage Current

Note

The Touch Current value is based on:-

  • Normal operating conditions, i.e. all phases balanced and connected correctly with the motor running.

  • Drive fitted with integrated EMC filter