EXCOUNT-I

The counter provides a number of unique features such as short-circuit safety and a well-proven electronic display which is easy to read, even in direct sunlight. EXCOUNT-I is specially designed for use with all makes and types of gapless arresters and in diverse environments.

Design features
As with all surge counters from ABB, EXCOUNT-I does not negatively affect the residual voltage of the arrester thanks to the use of a single turn primary. EXCOUNT-I is housed in a sealed, weather-proof case, suitable for outdoor use and proven to match the short circuit capability of the arresters. EXCOUNT-I has been designed for highest personal safety and has been successfully short circuit tested at 65 kA. EXCOUNT-I requires no external power supply as it incorporates its own internal power source in the form of a high-efficiency capacitor charged by solar cells.

Surge registration
EXCOUNT-I registers the surge each time the arrester has discharged a current over 10 A. The accumulated number of surges is continuously shown on the electronic display.

Leakage current measurement
ABB’s unique design ensures that total leakage current through the arrester can be measured without risking personnel safety.

The measurement is initiated by triggering a light sensitive diode using a standard laser pointer. This will initiate EXCOUNT-I to start measuring the total leakage current for several electric cycles and shortly thereafter display the average value (in milliampere). The counter will then automatically return to its normal state and display number of impulses. Thus, the measurement can be made at a discreet distance without coming into direct contact with the equipment.

Maintenance free
EXCOUNT-I is a maintenance free product in outdoor applications. The display and solar panels might however need to be wiped off before measurement in extremely polluted conditions.