SmartFCI™ Fault Indicator
Brand: Aclara
Enhance Grid Monitoring with Aclara's SmartFCI™: Advanced Fault Indicator
Aclara's SmartFCI™ fault indicator can be used independently or alongside Aclara’s Grid Monitoring smart line sensors. This fault indicator is designed for a broad spectrum of circuit locations and boasts a straightforward installation process—requiring just minutes and a single lineman with a hotstick. The SmartFCI™ is a remotely configurable, single-model solution, eliminating the need to maintain an inventory of multiple models for different fault triggers or reset parameters. This line-mounted, battery-powered, all-in-one device eliminates the necessity for pole-mounted equipment or secondary power sources. Equipped with a pre-configured integrated radio, the SmartFCI™ does not require networking engineers for device setup. It efficiently communicates critical fault alarms and load profile data directly to SCADA systems using DNP3 or to Aclara’s dedicated Sensor Management System (SMS) software, ensuring comprehensive visibility of network conditions.
- Local and Remote Fault Detection
- 1% Accuracy for Load & Fault Current up to 17kA
- In-rush Current Restraint
- Daily Reporting of Load Profiles
- Operates Effectively at “0 Amp” Conditions
- Built-in Backhaul Radio and GPS
- Configurable Remote Settings for Fault Triggers and Indications
- Automatic Phase Identification
- DNP3 SCADA Interface
- Aclara Sensor Management System (SMS) for Enhanced Analytics
- Simple Line Mounting with Hotstick Installation
- Accommodates Conductor Sizes up to 1.5 Inches
- Captures Fault Waveform Data.
Reliable expertise built-in. Developed with the combined expertise of Hubbell and Aclara engineering teams, SmartFCI™ fault indicators are expertly installed on overhead electric distribution infrastructure to ensure top performance and reliability.
General
Adjacent Cable Immunity
25 kA at 14”
Alarms
Permanent Fault;Momentary Fault;Line Disturbance;Outage (Loss of Current / Restoration)
Antenna Type
Internal, omni-directional wide band 5G/4G antenna
Communication Method
Integrated LTE Cat-M1 cellular, (17 world-wide bands) Aclara RF (future)
Compatible Devices
DNP3 and Aclara SMS software
Data Logging
Fault Current, up to 17kA, +/- 1% Load Current <100A; maximum error +/- 1A 100-600A; maximum error +/- 1% Hourly load profile data reported once per day
Fault Reset
Fault LED Automatic Reset Time, configurable up to 24 hrs
Fault Trigger
di/dt, RMS threshold, remotely configurable
Fault Withstand
25 kA, 170 ms
GPS
Location and time-stamp reference
Indicator
360° visibility, 150m range. Configurable blink duration up to 24 hrs. Permanent & Momentary faults.
Ingress Protection
IP66 per IEC 60529
Life Expectancy
15+ years
Material
UV stabilized polycarbonate
Mounting Type
Line mounted, clamshell design. Hotstick or insulated glove installation
Operating Temperature
-40°C to +60°C (-40°F to +140°F), Complies with IEEE 495 Temperature, AC2Cycling Test to +85 °C
Oscillography & Waveform Capture
Fault Current Up to 4sec. total, up to 100 cycles pre-trigger COMTRADE export via Aclara SMS
Storage Temperature Range
-40°C to +85°C (-40°F to +185°F)
Test - Sample Text
32 samples/cycle
Dimensions
Height
5.8 in
Length
11.2 in
Weight
5.8 lb
Width
4.9 in
Electrical Ratings
Current Amperage Description
0A to 600A, 700A emergency rating, unidirectional
Frequency Rating
50-60 Hz
Oscillography & Waveform Capture
Fault Current Up to 4sec. total, up to 100 cycles pre-trigger COMTRADE export via Aclara SMS
Power Device
Lithium battery pack, field replaceable, battery life gauge
Voltage Rating
Up to 69 kV
Conductor Related
Adjacent Cable Immunity
25 kA at 14”
Conductor Size
#6 to 1590 kcmil (approx. 0.162 to 1.5 diameter)
Certifications And Compliance
Certified Listed
- IEEE 495-2007, Testing Faulted Circuit Indicators
- FCC Part 15, Electromagnetic Interference
- IEC 61000-4-2, Electrostatic Discharge
- IEC 61000-4-3, Radiated, Radio-frequency and Electromagnetic Immunity
- IEC 61000-4-4, Electrical Fast Transient
- IEC 61000-4-5, Surge Immunity
- IEC 61000-4-6, Conducted Immunity
- IEC 61000-4-8, Power Frequency Magnetic Field
- IEC 61000-4-9, Pulse Magnetic Field
- IEC 61000-4-10, Damped Oscillatory Magnetic Field
- IEC 61000-4-12, Ring Wave Immunity
- IEC 61000-4-18, Oscillatory Waves Immunity
- IEC 60695-1-30, -7-1, Fire Hazard
- IEC 60255-21-1, -2, Vibration, Shock and Bump
- IEC 60068, Environmental, Corrosion, Mechanical Vibration and Impact
- ISTA 1A, Transportation Vibration and Drop
- RoHS
- WEEE
- REACH
- ISO 9001
Operational
Communication Method
Integrated LTE Cat-M1 cellular, (17 world-wide bands) Aclara RF (future)
Indicator
360° visibility, 150m range. Configurable blink duration up to 24 hrs. Permanent & Momentary faults.
Operating Temperature
-40°C to +60°C (-40°F to +140°F), Complies with IEEE 495 Temperature, AC2Cycling Test to +85 °C
Storage Temperature Range
-40°C to +85°C (-40°F to +185°F)
Configuration
Antenna Type
Internal, omni-directional wide band 5G/4G antenna