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Selection Guide ........................................... 882 NRA Series .................................................. 883 NRBM Series .............................................. 893 NRC Series ................................................. 900 General Instructions .................................... 909 Internal Circuit Overview ............................ 909
Switches & Pilot Lights Display Lights Relays & Sockets Timers Terminal Blocks
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Table of Contents Automation & Sensing - Pg. 1 Safety - Pg. 315 Switching & Controls - Pg. 439 Index - Pg. 911
Selection Guide Selection Guide

Switches & Pilot Lights
Series Model Page NRA 883 NRBM 893
Circuit Breakers
NRC 900
Appearance
Display Lights
Actuator Style Number of Poles
Lever and Rocker (non-illuminated and illuminated) Lever: 1, 2, 3 Rocker: 1
Lever 1, 2, 3 Electromagnetic trip Series current trip
Slide, lever 1, 2
Relays & Sockets
Protection Method Internal Circuits Auxiliary Contact Alarm Contact Inertia Delay Time Delay Curves Rated Voltage Rated Tripping Currents 0.3A, 0.5A, 0.75A 1A, 2A, 3A, 5A, 7.5A, 10A, 15A, 20A, 25A, 30A 1,000A, 250V AC (50/60Hz), 65V DC Lever: UL, c-UL, VDE Rocker: UL Optional (250V AC, 5A; 50V DC, 1A) Optional (250V AC, 5A; 50V DC, 1A) Optional (for resistance to high inrush) 2 types for DC; 3 types for AC
Optional (250V AC, 5A; 50V DC, 1A) Optional (250V AC, 5A; 50V DC, 1A) Optional (for resistance to high inrush) 2 types for DC; 3 types for AC 250V AC, 50/60Hz, 65V DC 1A, 2A, 3A, 5A, 7.5A, 10A, 15A, 20A, 25A, 30A, 40A, 50A 1,000A, 250V AC (50/60Hz), 65V DC 0.3A, 0.5A, 0.75A, 1A, 2A, 3A, 5A, 7.5A, 10A, 15A, 20A, 25A, 30A 2,500A, 220V AC (50/60Hz, 1-pole) 1,500A, 220V AC (50/60Hz, 2-pole) 1,500A, 65V DC (1-pole) 1,000A, 65V DC (2-pole) UL, CSA 2 types for DC; 2 types for AC
Timers
Rated Interruption Capacity Approvals
UL, c-UL, VDE
1. For dimensions, see end of each section. 2. UL recognized, applicable standard: UL1077, Supplementary Protectors. 3. Not suitable for branch circuit protection.
Terminal Blocks
UL Recognized File No. E68029
File No. LR83454 NRC Series
NRA/NRBM Series Only License #116381/113434
Circuit Breakers
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Circuit Breakers
NRA Series
NRA Series
Features:
Available in 4 different styles Excellent overload and short circuit protection Small size and high-efciency Life expectancy of over 10,000 operations UL1077 recognized Supplementary Protectors VDE certied to EN60934
File No. E68029 License #116381
NRAS
NRAN
NRAR
Display Lights
Rocker
Illuminated Rocker (with Neon lamp)
Relays & Sockets
Specications
Protection Method Internal Circuit Number of Poles Rated Voltage Rated Tripping Currents Rated Interrupting Capacity Auxiliary Contact Alarm Contact Reference Temperature Operating Temperature Insulation Resistance Dielectric Strength Vibration Resistance Shock Resistance Life Expectancy Termination Illumination Voltage (NRAR illuminated units) Electromagnetic tripping Series current trip NRAS and NRAN: 1, 2, 3 NRAR: 1 250V AC, 50/60Hz, 65V DC 0.3A, 0.5A, 0.75A 1A, 2A, 3A, 5A, 7.5A, 10A, 15A, 20A, 25A, 30A 250V AC, 50/60Hz, 1,000A 65V DC, 1,000A SPDT microswitch: 250V AC, 5A (resistive load), 50V DC, 1A (resistive load) SPDT microswitch: 250V AC, 5A (resistive load), 50V DC, 1A (resistive load) 25C 40 to +85C (avoid freezing) 100M (measured with 500V megger) Between main circuit terminals: 2,000V AC, 1 minute Between main circuit and auxiliary contact: 2,000V AC, 1 minute 100N (approximately 10G) (10 to 100Hz) 1,000N (approximately 100G) Minimum 10,000 cycles (at 6 operations per minute) Main terminal: Quick-connect receptacle 0.250 (accepts M3.5 screw terminal adapter) Auxiliary contact, alarm contact: Quick-connect receptacle 0.080 Neon: 120, 240V AC, 50/60Hz
Timers Terminal Blocks
Not suitable for branch circuit protection.
Circuit Breakers
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NRA Series
Part Numbering Guide
Circuit Breakers
NRA series part numbers are composed of up to 8 part number codes. When ordering an NRA series part, select one code from each category. Example: NRAR 1 1 11 -F - 30A -AA -1
NRAR
j Model
1
k Poles
1
l Internal Circuit
11
m Auxiliary and Alarm Contacts
30A
o Rated Current
AA
1
q Pilot Light*
n Inertia Delay
p Time Delay Curve
Part Number Codes: NRA Series

Description Part Number Code NRAS NRAN NRAR 1 2 3 1 00 11 21 Blank F 0.3A, 0.5A, 0.75A, 1A, 2A, 3A, 5A, 7.5A, 10A, 15A, 20A, 25A, 30A AA, BA,MA AD, MD 1 2 All current ratings must be listed in amps (A). Example conversion: 300mA = 0.30A. For time delay curves, see page 888. *Applicable to illuminated NRAR only. Auxiliary contact switches change state with lever and/or overload condition Alarm contact switches change state only with overload condition NRAR available in 1-pole only. All multi-pole circuit breakers are simultaneous throw/simultaneous break. All levers are mechanically interlocked. Remarks
Display Lights
Lever (round cutout) j Model Lever (rectangular cutout) Rocker 1-pole k No. of Poles l Internal Circuit 2-pole 3-pole Series current trip Without With auxiliary contact With alarm contact n Inertia Delay o Rated Current p Time Delay Curve q Pilot Light* Without inertia delay With inertia delay Rated current (current trip) AC curves DC curves With neon light 120V AC (50/60Hz) With neon light 240V AC (50/60Hz)
Relays & Sockets Timers
m Auxiliary and Alarm Contacts
1. For NRA series accessories, see page 886. 2. For NRA series time delay curves, see page 888. 3. For NRA series dimensions, see page 890. 4. Not suitable for branch circuit protection. 5. UL recognized, applicable standard: UL1077, Supplementary Protectors.
Circuit Breakers
Terminal Blocks
Circuit Breakers
Information About Circuit Breakers
NRA Series
Time Delay Curve Descriptions

Time Delay Curve AD, AA BA MD, MA With Inertia Delay (F) Common curves used in molded-case circuit breakers. Response to overcurrent is quite fast. Suited for protection of semiconductor circuits with very little overload tolerance. If overcurrents are expected to ow, fuses may be required according to the circuit characteristics. Suited for motor loads that draw high inrush currents lasting a considerable length of time. Designed not to trip on 20 times the rated current (peak value) for a duration of 8ms. Suited for transformer and lamp loads that draw steep inrush currents. NRA Application
16,000
Display Lights
14,000
Percent of Rated Current
Pulse Peak Current Pulse Width (duration)
12,000 10,000 8,000 6,000 4,000
Inertia Delay Description

Circuit breakers equipped with inertia delay do not respond to high inrush currents such as those produced by transformer, lamp, or motor loads, but perform specied interruption on rated overcurrents. Specify inertia delay by inserting an F in the part number as shown in Part Number Guide on previous page.
Relays & Sockets
2,000 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Pulse Width (ms) 9 10
1. P ercent of Rated Current =
Pulse Peak Current Protector Rated Current
x 100%
2. Based on sinusoidal or parabolic pulse prole.
Timers
Notes Multi-Pole
Multi-pole types such as 2- or 3-pole should be assembled by IDEC. Because of their characteristics, 1-pole breakers cannot be combined to provide multi-pole units.
Auxiliary and Alarm Contacts

Multi-pole units can incorporate auxiliary and alarm contacts. Auxiliary and alarm contacts will not work with IDECs DIN rail adapters.
Terminal Blocks Circuit Breakers
NRA Series
Accessories
Circuit Breakers
Part Numbers: NRA Series Accessories

Description Red Color Caps (NRAS only) Blue Yellow White Appearance 0.62" (15.8mm) Part No. NR5R NR5S NR5Y NR5H
Panel
Remarks
Colored Cap
Colored caps t onto NRAS circuit breakers for color coding circuits and improving the appearance of the panel.
Display Lights
Screw Terminal Adapter (1 pair)
NRT
For use on main terminals only. Includes M3.5 clamp screw. For dimensions see page 892.
Part Numbers: NRA Mounting Accessories

Description Appearance
68 mm 24 mm 48.5 mm
For Model NRAN NRAR NRAN
Number of Poles 1-pole 2-pole
Part Number NR31 NR32
Remarks
Relays & Sockets
Panel Mount Flush Plate
63 mm
NRAN
For 3-pole For 2-pole (Black plastic plate)
3-pole
NR33
Use of a ush plate makes snap-in mount possible for NRAN, and NRAR circuit breakers (tightening screws not necessary). Multiple units can mount in a single panel cut-out.
For 1-pole
1-pole
NR21 NR22 NR23 NR211 NUS1 NUS2 NUS3 NUS11
Timers
Mounting Clip
DIN Rail Plug-in Base
NRAS NRAN NRAR NRAS NRAN NRAR
2-pole 3-pole 1-pole 1-pole 2-pole 3-pole 1-pole
1. Furnished with a hold-down spring. 2. Applicable only for series trip units up to 20 amps. 3. Not applicable for NRAR lighted series. 4. Not for use with circuit breakers incorporating auxiliary
or alarm contacts.
Surface Mount Plug-in Base
DIN Rail For 1-pole For 2-pole
For 3-pole Hold-Down Spring
Terminal Blocks
For dimensions of NRA series accessories and panel cut-out layouts, see drawings starting on page 891.
Circuit Breakers
Circuit Breakers
Internal Circuits and Terminal Arrangements: NRAS and NRAN Series
NRA Series
Series Current Trip
Series Current Trip with Auxiliary Contacts
Series Current Trip with Alarm Contacts
LINE
LINE
LINE
NC NO C
NO NC
Display Lights
LOAD
LOAD
LOAD
Internal Circuits and Terminal Arrangements: NRAR Series

Series Current Trip Series Current Trip with Auxiliary Contacts Series Current Trip with Alarm Contacts Pilot Lights (NRAR only)
Lead Wire
Relays & Sockets
LOAD
LOAD
(Lead wire A) (Lead wire B)
LOAD
(Lead wire A) (Lead wire B)
Pilot Light Neon (120V AC) Neon (240V AC)
A White Black
B White Black
(~)
C NC NO LINE
(~)
LINE
NO NC
Dashed lines represent NRAR illuminated rocker units. Lead wires for neon pilot light as shown above.
Timers
LINE
Terminal Blocks
Time Delay Curves (numerical equivalent) Overcurrent Time Delay Characteristics in Seconds (at 25C)
Percent of Rated Current Curve AC (50/60Hz) AA BA MA AD MD 100% No trip No trip No trip No trip No trip 125% 10 120 0.75 10 60 900 10 130 35 400 150% 6 45 0.45 3.5 30 260 6 55 20 200 200% 2.2 15 0.22 1.3 9 70 2.6 20 7 60 400% 0.3 2 0.045 0.22 1.5 8 0.5 3.5 1.3 8 600% 0.05 0.55 0.012 0.12 0.18 2.5 0.12 1.4 0.2 3 800% 0.007 0.13 0.005 0.06 0.009 0.25 0.008 0.1 0.01 0.25 1000% 0.005 0.04 0.004 0.03 0.006 0.08 0.005 0.05 0.006 0.08
Circuit Breakers
DC
1. All values above are in seconds. 2. Data in this table is equivalent to information presented in the time delay curves shown on page 888.
NRA Series
Time Delay Curves NRA Series
1000 100 10 1 0.1 1000
Circuit Breakers
Curve AA (at 25C)
100 10 1 0.1 0.01
Curve BA (at 25C)
Time in sec
Display Lights
0.01
100 150 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 125 200 Current (percent load of the rated current) 1000 100
Time in sec
100 150 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 125 200 Current (percent load of the rated current)
Relays & Sockets
Curve MA (at 25C)
Time in sec
10 1 0.1
0.01
Timers
DC Time Delay Curves

1000 100 10 1 0.1 0.01 1000
Terminal Blocks
Curve AD (at 25C)
100 10 1 0.1 0.01
Curve MD (at 25C)
Time in sec
Circuit Breakers
Time in sec
Circuit Breakers
Resistance and Impedance Characteristics
NRA Series
Coil Data
DC Resistance Rated Current Curves AD, MD 9.67 3.24 1.45 0.90 0.21 0.09 0.036 0.017 0.012 0.0066 0.0048 0.0043 0.0036 AC Impedance (50/60Hz) Curves AA, BA, MA 9.82 3.36 1.49 0.92 0.21 0.092 0.036 0.018 0.012 0.0068 0.0048 0.0041
Rated Current (A)
100 0.01 0.001 0.01 100
Impedance Correction Curve
10
Curves AA, BA, and MA
0.3A 0.5A 0.75A 1A 2A 3A 5A 7.5A 10A 15A 20A 25A 30A
Rated Current (A)
0.1
Display Lights
0.1
10
100
Impedance ()
Resistance Correction Curve
0.0043
10
Curves AD and MD
Relays & Sockets
Tolerance 25% (up to 20A), 50% (25A and over).
0.1
Voltage Drop Due to Resistance or Impedance

The internal resistance or impedance of a circuit breaker tends to be larger for a smaller rated current. Therefore, when circuit breakers with a small rated current are used, voltage drop should be taken into consideration. Internal resistance also varies with time delay curves, even at the same rated current. This should also be considered during installation.
0.01 0.001 0.01 0.1 1 10 100
Resistance ()
Temperature Correction Curves

600 500 400 300 200
Time Delay Curve and Ambient Temperature

Since NRA series circuit breakers employ an electromagnetic tripping system, the rated current (trip current) is not affected by the ambient temperature, but the time delay varies with the oil viscosity in the tube. Lower oil viscosity at higher temperatures results in shorter delay; whereas at lower temperatures, the delay will be prolonged. The time delay curves, shown starting on page 888, are at 25C. Time delay curves can be corrected.
Change of Time Delay (%)
Curves AA, BA, MA, AD, and MD At the minimum tripping current (125% current)
Timers
100 80 60 40
-40
-30
-20
-10
10
20 25
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
Terminal Blocks
Ambient Temperature (C)
Circuit Breakers
NRA Series
Dimensions
Circuit Breakers
NRAS
1-pole
2-M3 Approx. 60
Tab terminal #250 (6.4W 0.8t) Tab terminal #110 2-M3 mounting screw (2.8W 0.5t)
LINE
16.6 8.2
NO
50.6 42.2
40
30.8
LOAD
19.1
Display Lights
0.2 3.3 17.5
40 49.5 53.6
NRAS1111 NRAS1111F
NRAS1121 NRAS1121F
2-pole
4-M3
NO NC
3-pole
6-M3
NO C NC NC
NO
NC
Relays & Sockets
19.1 38.2
NRAS2111 NRAS2111F
NRAS2121 NRAS2121F
19.1 19.1 57.3
NRAS3111 NRAS3111F
NO
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
NC
OFF
NO
NC
NRAS3121 NRAS3121F
NRAN
1-pole
2-M3 Approx. 60
Tab terminal #250 (6.4W 0.8t) Tab terminal #110 2-M3 mounting screw (2.8W 0.5t)
LINE
16.6 8.2
NO
52 42.2 31.5
40
Timers
LOAD
19.1
4.5 16.5
41 50.5 54.6
NRAN1111 NRAN1111F
NRAN1121 NRAN1121F
2-pole
4-M3
NO NC
3-pole
6-M3
NO C NC NC
NO
Terminal Blocks
19.1 38.2
NRAS2111 NRAS2111F
NRAN2121 NRAN2121F
19.1
19.1 57.3
NRAN3111 NRAN3111F
NO
NC
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
NC
OFF
NO
NC
NRAN3121 NRAN3121F
NRAR
Tab terminal #250 (Indicator terminal)
LOAD LOAD
Indicator wire
Circuit Breakers
52 42.2 31.5
9.2 17.3
NP
NP
8.2 16.6 40
40
ON OFF
NO NC
LINE
LINE
56 65.5 70.5
56 65.5 69.6
Tab terminal #110 (2.8W 0.5t)
Circuit Breakers
Panel Cut-Outs
NRA Series
NRAS Series
4 Mounting hole
NRAR, NRAN
4 Mounting hole (9.8) 19.1
55.5 0.25
19.1
16+0.3 0
42.2
42.2
19.6 38.7
26.7
19.1
19.1
2-pole
5.1
1-pole
32
5.1
1-pole 2-pole 3-pole
19.6 38.7 57.8
Display Lights
NR31, NR32, NR33 Panel Mount Flush Plate
Relays & Sockets
Installation Angle: Circuit breakers are designed to operate on a vertical surface. The mounting angle should not exceed a vertical plane by more than 10.
Maximum Mounting Distance Model NRAS A 3.02 (77.5mm) B 3.57 (91.5mm) Dimensions (mm) Mounting to Panel Surface
Mounting on a panel surface
19.1 mm 20.2 mm
Mounting to DIN Rail

Mounting on a DIN rail
26 mm
Timers
DIN rail
NRAN
3.02 (77.5mm)
3.57 (91.5mm)
2-3.5 Mounting hole 75 mm

A B
NRAR
3.38 (86.7mm)
3.93 (100.7mm)
9mm
NRA Series
Accessory Dimensions
Circuit Breakers
NRT: Screw Terminal Adapter (for use with NRA Series)

1. For use on main terminals only. 2. Includes M3.5 clamp screw.
BNDN1000 Aluminum DIN Rail

Length in Inches (mm)
Display Lights
A B C
F
1.4 (35mm) 1.14 (29mm) 0.78 (23mm) 1.2 (31mm) 0.41 (10.5mm) 0.11 (3mm) 2 (51mm) 0.47 (12mm) 0.16 (4mm)
D E F
G H K
Relays & Sockets
Overall length 39.4" (1000mm)
Circuit Breakers
Terminal Blocks
Timers
Circuit Breakers
NRBM Series
NRBM Series
NRBM circuit breakers are the largest in rated current (1A to 50A) among the IDEC circuit breakers series. These small sized, high-efciency breakers offer a variety of protection characteristics that can be widely employed for semiconductors, relay circuits, heater circuits, transformers, and solenoids.
Key features of the NRBM series include:

Excellent overload and short circuit protection Small size and high efciency Life expectancy of over 10,000 operations UL1077 recognized Supplementary Protectors VDE Certied to EN60934
File No. E68029 License #113434
Display Lights
General Specications
Protection Method Internal Circuit Number of Poles Rated Voltage Rated Tripping Currents Rated Interrupting Capacity Auxiliary Contacts / Alarm Contact Reference Temperature Ambient Operating Temperature Insulation Resistance Dielectric Strength Vibration Resistance Shock Resistance Life Expectancy Terminal Style Weight Electromagnetic tripping Series current trip 1, 2, 3 250V AC, 50/60Hz, 65V DC Current trip: 1A, 2A, 3A, 5A, 7.5A, 10A, 15A, 20A, 25A, 30A, 40A, 50A 250V AC, 50/60Hz, 1,000A 65V DC, 1,000A SPDT microswitch 250V AC, 5A (resistive load) 50V DC, 1 A (resistive load) 25C 40 to +85C (avoid freezing) 100M (measured with 500V megger)
Relays & Sockets Timers
Between main circuit terminals: 2,000V AC, 1 minute Between main circuit and auxiliary contact: 2,000V AC, 1 minute 100N (approximately 10G), 10 to 55Hz 1,000N (approximately 100G) 10,000 operations minimum (at 6 operations per minute) Main terminal: M5 stud Auxiliary contact/ alarm contact: Quick-connect tab 0.110 terminal 1-pole/100g 2-pole/200g 3-pole/300g
Terminal Blocks
Circuit Breakers
NRBM Series
Circuit Breakers
NRBM series part numbers are composed of 6 part number codes. When ordering an NRBM series part, select one code from each category. Example: NRBM 1 1 11 F-30A-AA
NRBM
1
j Poles
1
k Internal Circuit
11
l Auxiliary and Alarm Contacts
30A
n Rated Current
AA
o Time Delay Curve
m Inertia Delay

Description Part Number Code 1 2 3 1 00 11 21 Blank F 1A, 2A, 3A, 5A, 7.5A, 10A, 15A, 20A, 25A, 30A, 40A, 50A AA, BA,MA AD, MD See page 897 for delay curves. Auxiliary contacts change state with lever and/or overload condition Alarm contacts change state only with overload condition All multiple pole circuit breakers are simultaneous throw/simultaneous break. All levers are mechanically interlocked. Remarks
Display Lights
1-pole j No. of Poles k Internal Circuit l Auxiliary and Alarm Contacts 2-pole 3-pole Series current trip Without With auxiliary contact With alarm contact Without inertia delay With inertia delay Rated current (current trip) AC curves DC curves
Relays & Sockets
m Inertia Delay n Rated Current o Time Delay Curve
1. For NRBM series time delay curves, see page 897. 2. For NRBM series dimensions, see page 899. 3. Not suitable for branch circuit protection. 4. UL recognized, applicable standard: UL1077, Supplementary Protectors.
Circuit Breakers
Terminal Blocks
Timers
Circuit Breakers
Information About Circuit Breakers
NRBM Series
Time Delay Curve Descriptions

Time Delay Curve AD, AA BA MD, MA With Inertia Delay (F) Common curves used in molded-case circuit breakers. Response to overcurrent is quite fast. Suited for protection of semiconductor circuits with very little overload tolerance. If overcurrents are expected to ow, fuses may be required according to the circuit characteristics. Suited for motor loads that draw high inrush currents lasting a considerable length of time. Designed not to trip on 20 times the rated current (peak value) for a duration of 8ms. Suited for transformer and lamp loads that draw steep inrush currents. NRBM Application
16,000
Display Lights
14,000
Percent of Rated Current
Pulse Peak Current Pulse Width (duration)
12,000 10,000 8,000 6,000 4,000
Inertia Delay Descriptions

Circuit breakers equipped with inertia delay do not respond to high inrush currents such as those produced by transformer, lamp, or motor loads, but perform specied interruption on rated overcurrents. Inertia delay is available with time delay curves AD, MD, AA, BA, and MA. Specify inertia delay by inserting an F in the part number as shown in Part Number Guide on previous page.
Relays & Sockets
2,000 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Pulse Width (ms) 9 10
1. P ercent of Rated Current =
Pulse Peak Current Protector Rated Current
x 100%
2. Based on sinusoidal or parabolic pulse prole.
Timers
Notes Multi-Pole
Multi-pole types such as 2- or 3-pole should be assembled by IDEC. Because of their characteristics, 1-pole breakers cannot be combined to provide multi-pole units. All multi-pole units are simultaneous break/simultaneous make, with levers mechanically interlocked.
Auxiliary and Alarm Contacts

Multi-pole units with auxiliary contacts will have one set of auxiliary contacts on the right-most breaker. Multi-pole units with alarm contacts will have one set of alarm contacts on the left-most breaker.
NRBM Series
Internal Circuits and Terminal Arrangements
Circuit Breakers
Series Current Trip
Series Current Trip with Auxiliary Contacts
Series Current Trip with Alarm Contacts
LINE
LINE NC NO
LINE NO NC
Display Lights
C LOAD LOAD LOAD
Relays & Sockets
Time Delay Curves (numerical equivalent) Overcurrent Time Delay Characteristics in Seconds (at 25C)
Percent of Rated Current Curve AC (50/60Hz) AA BA MA AD MD 100% No trip No trip No trip No trip No trip 125% 15 120 0.75 10 70 900 10 130 35 400 150% 8 45 0.45 3.5 30 260 6 55 20 180 200% 3 15 0.22 1.3 10 70 2.6 20 8 60 400% 0.48 2.5 0.045 0.22 1.8 11 0.5 3.5 1.6 10 600% 0.06 0.8 0.012 0.12 0.5 4 0.14 1.4 0.6 4.5 800% 0.007 0.13 0.005 0.06 0.009 1.1 0.008 0.7 0.01 2 1000% 0.005 0.04 0.004 0.03 0.006 0.2 0.005 0.35 0.007 0.5
Timers
DC
1. All values above are in seconds. 2. Data in this table is equivalent to information presented in the time delay curves shown on page 897.
Circuit Breakers
Terminal Blocks
Circuit Breakers
AC Time Delay Curves
1000
NRBM Series
1000
100
Curve AA (at 25C)
100
Curve BA (at 25C)
Time in sec
10
10
Time in sec
0.1
0.1
0.01
0.01
Display Lights
100 150 200 125
300
400
500
600
700
800
900
1000
100 150 200 125
300
400
500
600
700
800
900
1000
Current (percent load of the rated current)

1000
100
Curve MA (at 25C)

Relays & Sockets
10
Time in sec
0.1
0.01
100 150 200 125
300
400
500
600
700
800
900
1000
Timers

1000
1000
100
Curve AD (at 25C)
100
Curve MD (at 25C)

Terminal Blocks
10
10
Time in sec
Time in sec
0.1
0.1
0.01
0.01
Circuit Breakers
100 150 200 125
300
400
500
600
700
800
900
1000
100 150 200 125
300
400
500
600
700
800
900
1000
NRBM Series
Circuit Breakers
Coil Data
Rated Current DC Resistance Curves AD, MD 1A 2A 3A 5A 7.5A 10A 15A 20A 25A 30A 40A 50A 1 0.227 0.091 0.035 0.015 0.0088 0.005 0.003 0.0023 0.0019 0.0018 0.0014 AC Impedance (50/60Hz) Curves AA, BA, MA 1.1 0.245 0.11 0.039 0.018 0.0124 0.0065 0.0047 0.0032 0.0031 0.002 0.0016
Coil Resistance at 25C

100
Correction curve of resistance between terminals (at 25C)
Rated Current (A)
Curves AD and MD
10
0.1
Display Lights
0.01 0.0001
0.001
0.01
0.1
10
100
Resistance ()
100
Correction curve of impedance between terminals (at 25C)
Rated Current (A)
10
Curves AA, BA, and MA
0.1
Relays & Sockets
Tolerance 25% (up to 20A), 50% (25A and over).
0.01 0.001 0.01 0.1 1 10 100
Impedance ()
Temperature Correction Curves Voltage Drop Due to Resistance or Impedance

Change of time delay (%)
The internal resistance or impedance of a circuit breaker tends to be larger for a smaller rated current. Therefore, when circuit breakers of a small rated current are used, voltage drop should be taken into consideration. Internal resistance also varies with time delay curves, even at the same rated current. This should also be considered during installation.
Timers
Curves AA and AD, BA,MA and BD

At the minimum operating current (125% current)
Time Delay Curve and Ambient Temperature

Since NRBM series circuit breakers employ an electromagnetic tripping system, the rated current (trip current) is not affected by the ambient temperature, but the time delay varies with the oil viscosity in the tube. Lower oil viscosity at higher temperatures results in shorter delay; whereas at lower temperatures, the delay will be prolonged. The time delay curves, shown starting on page 897, are at 25C. Time delay curves can be corrected.
Circuit Breakers
Terminal Blocks
Circuit Breakers
Dimensions: NRBM Series
NRBM Series
2-M3 screw
Recommended nut tightening torque: 2.5 Nm
19.1
19.1
2-M3 screws
10.0
Main terminal: M5 screw Tab terminal #110
(2.8W 0.5t)
63.0 52.3 35.0
60
NRBM
1-pole 2-pole
19.1 38.2 57.3
3.5 20.5
47.5 63.5
16.0
3-pole
49.2
Display Lights
Panel Cut-Outs NRBM Series

9.8 19.1 19.1 4 Mounting hole
26.15
20.95
52.3
35.5
Relays & Sockets
1-pole 2-pole
19.6 38.7 57.8
3-pole
Drawings are not to scale.
Timers Terminal Blocks Circuit Breakers
NRC Series NRC Series

Circuit Breakers
NRC series circuit breakers offer circuit protection which is far superior to using fuses in applications containing relay circuits, motor circuits, heater circuits, transformers, solenoid valves, and semiconductors.
Key features of the NRC series include:

Mounting options include DIN rail, direct surface, or panel cut-out Rated interrupting capacity of 2,500A (1-pole) and 1,500A (2-pole) Choice of slide or lever actuators All models equipped with reset trip indicators Four curves available for standard or very short delay Available in 11 rated currents from 300mA to 30A UL1077 recognized Supplementary Protectors
UL Recognized File No. E68029 CSA Certied File No. LR83454
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Specications
Protection Method Internal Circuit Number of Poles Rated Voltage Rated Tripping Currents Rated Interrupting Capacity Auxiliary Contact Reference Temperature Operating Temperature Insulation Resistance Electromagnetic tripping Series current trip 1, 2 250V AC (50/60Hz), 65V DC 0.3A, 0.5A, 1A, 2A, 3A, 5A, 7A, 10A, 15A, 20A, 30A 2,500A, 250V AC, 50/60Hz (2-pole: 1,500A) SPDT contact output 250V AC 3A (resistive load) 65V DC 1A (resistive load)) 40C 10 to +60C (avoid freezing) 100M (500V megger) Between the live part and the ground, between terminals of different poles, between terminals of the same pole, and between main circuit and auxiliary contact: 2,000V AC, 1 minute 100N (approximately 10G) (10 to 55Hz) 500N (approximately 50G) 10,000 operations minimum Main terminal: M4 screw (20A maximum) M5 screw (30A model) Auxiliary terminal: M3.5 screw 1-pole: 115g, 2-pole: 230g
Timers Terminal Blocks
Relays & Sockets
Dielectric Strength Vibration Resistance Shock Resistance Life Terminal Style Weight (approximate)
Circuit Breakers
Circuit Breakers
NRC Series
NRC series part numbers are composed of 5 part number codes. When ordering an NRC series part, select one code from each category. Example: NRC 1 1 1L-30A-AA
NRC
11
j Number of Poles
1
k Auxiliary Contacts
30A
AA
n Time Delay Curve
l Actuator Type m Rated Current

Appearance j No. of Poles k Auxiliary Contacts Description 1-pole 2-pole No Yes Part Number Code 11 21 0 1 Remarks
Display Lights
Slide
Leave blank
Slide actuator available only for 1-pole models.
Relays & Sockets
l Actuator Type
Lever
m Rated Current n Time Delay Curve

1. For NRC series accessories, see page 902. 2. For NRC series time delay curves, see page 903. 3. For NRC series dimensions, see page 905.
0.3A, 0.5A, 1A, 2A, 3A, 5A, 7A, 10A, 15A, 20A, 30A AC curves: AA, EA; DC curves: AD, ED
Timers Terminal Blocks Circuit Breakers
NRC Series
Accessories
Circuit Breakers
Part Numbers: DIN Rail and Mounting Clips

Description Appearance Part No. Remarks
Aluminum DIN Rail (1 meter length)
BNDN1000
For dimensional drawing, see page 908.
Display Lights
DIN Rail End Clip Metal end clip used to prevent side-to-side movement of circuit breakers when mounted on a DIN rail. One clip required at each end.
BNL5
Relays & Sockets
Panel Cut-Out Mounting Bracket Mounting bracket used to mount circuit breaker(s) in panel cut-outs. Not applicable for models with auxiliary contacts (NRC111, NRC111L, NRC211L). When mounting 2-pole models (NRC210L), use two brackets side-by-side. It is recommended to use the Fast-On Tab Terminal Adapter (below) when using this bracket.
NRC-M
For dimensional drawings, see page 907.
Surface Mounting Bracket Used for direct surface mounting 1-pole circuit breaker models.
NRC-F
For dimensional drawings, see page 907.
Timers
Fast-On Tab Terminal Adapter Adapter used for Fast-On wiring termination. Fast-On tab extends 0.47 (12mm) in length. Cannot be used to replace models with M5 main terminals (30A). Fast-On terminal adapter recommended when using panel cut-out mounting bracket for rear wiring.
NRC-T
Jumper Used for jumping auxiliary terminals. The rated current for jumper is 3A.
NRC-J
Terminal Blocks
For dimensions of NRC series accessories, see page 907.
Internal Circuits and Terminal Arrangements

Type 1-pole without auxiliary contact NRC110, NRC110L 1-pole with auxiliary contact NRC111, NRC111L
LINE
2-pole without auxiliary contact NRC210L

LINE LINE
2-pole with auxiliary contact NRC211L

LINE LINE
Circuit Breakers
LINE
Series Trip
LOAD
NO NC LOAD
LOAD LOAD
NO NC LOAD LOAD
Circuit Breakers
Time Delay Curves (numerical equivalent)
NRC Series
Overcurrent Time Delay Characteristics in Seconds (at 40C)

Percent of Rated Current Curve AC (50/60Hz) AA EA AD DC ED 100% No trip No trip No trip No trip 125% 40 240 0.04 0.4 40 240 0.04 0.4 150% 10 50 0.025 0.15 10 50 0.025 0.15 200% 3.5 18 0.015 0.06 3.5 18 0.015 0.06 400% 0.9 4 0.007 0.025 0.6 3 0.007 0.025 600% 0.35 2 0.005 0.018 0.008 0.5 0.005 0.018 800% 0.07 1.2 0.004 0.017 0.005 0.09 0.004 0.017 1000% 0.01 0.5 0.004 0.017 0.004 0.07 0.004 0.017
Display Lights
1. All values above are in seconds. 2. Data in this table is equivalent to information presented in the time delay curves below.
Time Delay Curves AC (50/60 Hz) Time Delay Curves

1000 1000

Relays & Sockets
100
Curve AA (at 40C)
100
Curve AD (at 40C)
10
10
Time in sec
Time in sec
100 150 200 125
0.1
0.1
0.01
0.01
300
400
500
600
700
800
900
1000
100 150 200 125
300
400
500
600
700
800
900
1000
Timers
1000
1000
100
Curve EA (at 40C)
100
Curve ED (at 40C)
10
10
Time in sec
Time in sec
Terminal Blocks
0.1
0.1
0.01
0.01
100 150 200 125
300
400
500
600
700
800
900
1000
100 150 200 125
300
400
500
600
700
800
900
1000
Circuit Breakers
NRC Series
Circuit Breakers
Coil Impedence (at 40C)

Rated Current 0.30A 0.50A 1A 2A 3A 5A AC Impedance (50/60Hz) 15.1 5.58 1.54 0.341 0.162 0.061 0.031 0.017 0.008 0.0058 0.0039 DC Resistance
AC Impedance at 40C
100
Rated Current (A) Correction curve of impedance between terminals (at 40C)
25.6 9.04 2.33 0.548 0.261 0.099 0.048 0.026 0.013 0.0075 0.0046
10
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7A 10A 15A 20A 30A
0.1 0.001
0.01
0.1
Impedance ()
10
100
Tolerance: 0.3A to 3A 10% 5A to 30A 25%
DC Resistance at 40C
100
Correction curve of resistance between terminals (at 40C)
Tolerance: 10% (0.3A to 3A), 25% (5A to 30A).
Relays & Sockets
Rated Current (A)
Voltage Drop Due to Resistance or Impedance

The internal impedance of a circuit breaker tends to be larger for a smaller rated current. Therefore, when low rated circuit breakers are used, voltage drop should be taken into consideration.
10
0.1 0.001
0.01
0.1
10
100
Resistance ()
Tolerance: 0.3A to 3A 10% 5A to 30A 25%
Timers
Temperature Correction Curves

Curves AD and MD
At the minimum tripping current (125% current)
Change of time delay (%)
400 300 200
Terminal Blocks
100 80 60 40
40
20
20
40
60
80
Circuit Breakers
Circuit Breakers
Dimensions: NRC Series
NRC Series
NRC110
Slide Actuator 1-Pole without Auxiliary Contacts
2-4.5 hole 12
Main terminal M4 screws (20A max.) M5 screws (30A)
71.2 23
NP 63.5 45.5 54
TRIP
OFF
68
Display Lights
15 25 4 64 DIN rail
NRC110L
Lever Actuator 1-Pole without Auxiliary Contacts
2-4.5 hole 12
Main terminal M4 screws (20A max.) M5 screws (30A) 77.2 23
Relays & Sockets
NP 63.5 54
TRIP
OFF
45.5 64
25
10
64 DIN rail
15
68
Timers
NRC111
Slide Actuator 1-Pole with Auxiliary Contacts
2-4.5 hole 12
Main terminal M4 screws (20A max.) M5 screws (30A)
71.2 23
NP 63.5 45.5 54
OFF TRIP
Terminal Blocks
9.5
25
4 Auxiliary terminal M3.5 screws
64
15 DIN rail
68
Circuit Breakers
NRC Series
Dimensions: NRC Series, continued
Circuit Breakers
NRC111L
Lever Actuator 1-Pole with Auxiliary Contacts
2-4.5 hole 12
Main terminal M4 screws (20A max.) M5 screws (30A) 77.2 23
NP 45.5 64 63.5 54
OFF TRIP
Display Lights
9.5
10 25 Auxiliary terminal M3.5 screws
64 DIN rail
15
NRC210L
Lever Actuator 2-Pole without Auxiliary Contacts
Relays & Sockets
4-4.5 hole
Main terminal M4 screws (20A max.) M5 screws (30A) 37 77.2 23
NP 63.5
OFF
NP 54 45.5 64
OFF TRIP
50
10
64 DIN rail
15
Timers
NRC211L
Lever Actuator 2-Pole with Auxiliary Contacts
4-4.5 hole
Main terminal M4 screws (20A max.) M5 screws (30A) 37
77.2 23
NP
NP 45.5 64 54
OFF TRIP
Terminal Blocks
63.5
OFF
9.5
10 50
64 DIN rail
15
Auxiliary terminal M3.5 screws
Circuit Breakers
68
68
68
Circuit Breakers
Panel Cut-Outs
NRC Series
NRC Series
Surface Mounting Hole Layout 1-Pole
2-M4 12
Surface Mounting Hole Layout 2-Pole

2-M4 37
54
54
Display Lights
Panel Cut-Out (when using NRC-M)

2-4 25.5 4-4
46
56
46
56
Relays & Sockets
25.5
51
(1-pole type)
(2-pole type)
Accessory Dimensions Panel Cut-Out Mounting Adapter (NRC-M
23.5 12 2-M4
1.2 6.5 R5
60 9
2 2 4
12.5 16 R5.5 2-M3
Timers
45.6
54
26
56
NRC-M Panel Mounting Bracket
Surface Mounting Bracket (NRC-F)

Terminal Blocks
NRC-F Surface Mounting Bracket
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NRC Series
Accessory Dimensions, continued
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BNDN1000 Aluminum DIN Rail

Length in Inches (mm) A B C
F
1.4 (35mm) 1.14 (29mm) 0.78 (23mm) 1.2 (31mm) 0.41 (10.5mm) 0.11 (3mm) 2 (51mm) 0.47 (12mm) 0.16 (4mm)
D E F
Display Lights
G H K
Overall length 39.4" (1000mm)
Circuit Breakers
Terminal Blocks
Timers
Relays & Sockets
Circuit Breakers
Instructions: All Series
General
IDECs circuit breakers have been developed for the protection of electrical circuits and small-sized electrical equipment and provide excellent protection against overloads and short-circuits. Additionally, IDECs circuit breakers are designed to suit specic needs. Each series offers unique circuit protection characteristics and a choice of actuator styles.
Instructions
Applications
The IDEC NRA circuit breaker series features superior overload and short-circuit protection. Many combinations of protection mechanisms and internal circuit connections enable wide applications. Precision measuring instruments: electronic counters, projection instruments, oscilloscopes, industrial instrumentation, and analytic devices Industrial machinery: printers, elevators, cranes Chemical and food industry machines: vacuum devices, wrappers, centrifuges, agitators Machine tools: mill grinders, drills, presses Business machines: vending machines, beauty salon equipment, entertainment games Other: ofce equipment, air-conditioners, conveyor belts, and many more
IDECs Circuit Breaker Features

Various models are available with different tripping characteristics and rated currents 1- to 3- multi-pole Inertia delay Auxiliary contacts and alarm contacts The electromagnetic tripping system is not affected by ambient temperature Safe trip-free mechanism Vibration- and impact-resistant design When using accessories such as plug-in bases, ush plates, and colored caps, a variety of mounting styles is possible such as DIN rail mounting, snap mounting into panel cut-outs, and color-coded arrangement on the panel
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How the Breaker Operates

IDECs hydraulic magnetic circuit breakers operate like a solenoid coil. The coil unit consists of an oil-lled tube with a metal core at one end and a pole piece and armature at the opposite end with a spring in between. When a current load passes through the coil winding, it creates a magnetic eld. As long as the current load is either at or below the nominal rating of the breaker, the metal core will remain stationary. If the current load increases beyond the nominal rating, the strength of the magnetic eld causes the core to move toward the pole-end of the tube. The oil viscosity regulates the cores movement through the tube, thereby regulating the time delay. As the percentage of current load increases, the required trip time of the breaker decreases and vice versa. When the current reaches the overload rating, the metal core will meet the pole piece at the opposite end of the tube. At this point, the armature is attracted to the same pole piece, tripping the breaker. In case of sudden short circuit, the magnetic eld created will instantly trip the breaker.
Relays & Sockets
Mounting Instructions: Installation Angle

Designed to be mounted on a vertical surface, the circuit breakers should be mounted on a surface within 10 of the vertical plane. If the circuit breaker is mounted on a horizontal surface or at any angle other than the specied angle, its characteristics will be changed.
Multi-Pole Assemble
Multi-pole types such as 2- or 3-pole should be assembled by IDEC. Because of their characteristics, 1-pole breakers cannot be combined to produce multi-pole units.
Timers
Internal Circuits Overview

Description Circuit Example
Terminal Blocks
Load
Series Trip This is the most common circuit breaker, providing overload and short circuit protection. It can also be used as an ON/OFF switch.
Load A
Series Trip with Auxiliary Contact Since the auxiliary contact operation is interlocked with the ON/OFF of the main contactor, circuit breaker operation can be monitored by a lamp or buzzer. This circuit breaker can also be used to control auxiliary circuits up to 250V AC/5A (resistive load).
Load B
Circuit Breakers
Load A
Load B
Series Trip with Alarm Contact Since the alarm contact is electrically independent of the main contactor, but actuates when the protective element operates. The alarm can be used with a lamp or buzzer to monitor trip operations, and can also be used for controlling alarm circuits. The contact rating is 250V AC/5A (resistive load).

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Switching Switching Controls & & Controls

Selection Guide Selection Guide

Actuator Style Number of Poles

Lever and Rocker (non-illuminated and illuminated) Lever: 1, 2, 3 Rocker: 1

Lever 1, 2, 3 Electromagnetic trip Series current trip

Relays & Sockets

Rated Interruption Capacity Approvals

UL, c-UL, VDE

UL Recognized File No. E68029

File No. LR83454 NRC Series

NRA/NRBM Series Only License #116381/113434

Switches & Pilot Lights

Illuminated Rocker (with Neon lamp)

Relays & Sockets

Timers Terminal Blocks

Not suitable for branch circuit protection.

p Time Delay Curve

Part Number Codes: NRA Series

Relays & Sockets Timers

m Auxiliary and Alarm Contacts

Switches & Pilot Lights

Time Delay Curve Descriptions

Pulse Peak Current Pulse Width (duration)

12,000 10,000 8,000 6,000 4,000

Inertia Delay Description

Relays & Sockets

2,000 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Pulse Width (ms) 9 10

1. P ercent of Rated Current =

Pulse Peak Current Protector Rated Current

2. Based on sinusoidal or parabolic pulse prole.

Auxiliary and Alarm Contacts

Part Numbers: NRA Series Accessories

Screw Terminal Adapter (1 pair)

Part Numbers: NRA Mounting Accessories

For Model NRAN NRAR NRAN

Number of Poles 1-pole 2-pole

Part Number NR31 NR32

Relays & Sockets

Panel Mount Flush Plate

NR21 NR22 NR23 NR211 NUS1 NUS2 NUS3 NUS11

DIN Rail Plug-in Base

NRAS NRAN NRAR NRAS NRAN NRAR

2-pole 3-pole 1-pole 1-pole 2-pole 3-pole 1-pole

Surface Mount Plug-in Base

DIN Rail For 1-pole For 2-pole

For 3-pole Hold-Down Spring

Switches & Pilot Lights

Series Current Trip

Series Current Trip with Auxiliary Contacts

Series Current Trip with Alarm Contacts

Internal Circuits and Terminal Arrangements: NRAR Series

Relays & Sockets

Pilot Light Neon (120V AC) Neon (240V AC)

Curve AA (at 25C)

100 10 1 0.1 0.01

Curve BA (at 25C)

Relays & Sockets

Curve MA (at 25C)

DC Time Delay Curves

Curve AD (at 25C)

100 10 1 0.1 0.01

Curve MD (at 25C)

Switches & Pilot Lights