Basler Electric BE3-59T-V User Manual
Instructions, Be3-59t-v

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Model
BE3-59T-V
INTRODUCTION
The BE3-59T-V ac voltage relay provides voltage monitoring and 
protection in three-phase systems. The BE3-59T-V operates when 
the adjustable voltage trip point is reached. A time delay control is 
provided with an adjustment of 0 to 10 seconds (relay operating 
time is typically 200 milliseconds). This time delay may be used to 
prevent false tripping when there are slight variations in the voltage 
supply. The output relay energizes when the input signal exceeds 
the trip point for the duration of the time delay. A red LED indicates 
the state of the output relay. A green LED indicates the condition of 
the power supply. 
SPECIFICATIONS
Inputs
All units obtain operating power from the voltage sensing input.
Nominal Voltage:
100 to 120 Vac
Overload Withstand:
1.25 times nominal continuously. 
2 times nominal for 3 s. 
Frequency:
50, 60, or 400 Hz
Burden:
<2.5 VA per phase on single units
Setpoints
Overvoltage Range:
Adjustable 110 to 150 Vac
Repeatability:
Better than 0.5% of full span
Time Delay:
Adjustable 0 to 10 seconds
Operating Time:
200 ms typical
Differential:
Fixed 1% of nominal
Outputs
Relay Type:
D.P.D.T.
AC Rating:
250 V, 5 A, non-resistive, 
1200 VA 
DC Rating:
125 V, 1 A, resistive, 120 W
Mechanical Life:
5 million operations
Temperature
Operating Temperature:
0
°C (32°F) to 60°C (140°F)
Storage Temperature:
–40°C (–40°F) to 70°C (158°F)
Temperature Coefficient:
0.03% per
°C (300 ppm/°C)
Humidity
Relative Humidity:
95% non-condensing
Physical
Mounting:
DIN rail 1.38” by 0.29” (35 mm by 
7.5 mm) 
Case:
Complies with IEC 529, DIN 40050, 
BS 5490 
Case Material:
Complies with UL 94VO
Weight:
14 oz (400 g)
Size:
2.17” wide (55 mm)
AGENCY COMPLIANCE
cULus listed to UL 508 and CSA C22.2 No. 14
CE compliant
GOST-R certified per the relevant standards of Gosstandart of 
Russia 
OPERATION
BE3-59T-V ac voltage relays have two user-adjustable controls 
labeled SET and DELAY. The SET control adjusts the relay trip 
point. The DELAY control adjusts the length of time required to 
operate the output relay after the trip point is exceeded. When the 
monitored voltage exceeds the SET control setting (adjustable from 
110 to 150 Vac), the time delay (established by the DELAY control 
and adjustable from 0 to 10 seconds) begins timing down. If the 
overvoltage condition persists for the duration of the time delay, the 
output relay operates. 
Setting Example: a BE3-59T-V relay with a nominal input rating of 
130 Vac has the following settings: 
•
SET - 130 Vac
•
DELAY - 4 seconds
A trip occurs when the sensing voltage rises above 130 Vac and 4 
seconds elapses. Reset occurs when the voltage decreases below 
1% of nominal below setpoint. 
INSTALLATION
BE3 ac voltage relays are designed for mounting on standard DIN 
rails that comply to DIN-EN 50022. Mounting involves hooking the 
top edge of the cutout on the base of the case over one edge of the 
DIN rail. The opposite side of the cutout containing the release clip 
is then pushed over the opposite side of the DIN rail. To remove or 
reposition the relay, lever the release clip and move the relay as 
required. BE3 relays should be installed in a dry, vibration-free 
location where the ambient temperature does not exceed the 
operating temperature range. Connections to the relay should be 
made using wire that meets applicable codes and is properly sized 
for the application. Figures 1, 2, and 3 show the connection 
terminals for the BE3-59T-V relay. 
CALIBRATION
The calibration marks on the faceplate have a maximum error of 
10% and are provided only as guides. Proper calibration requires 
using an accurate voltmeter in parallel with the input signal. Use the 
following procedure to calibrate your relay. 
Overvoltage
1.
Adjust the SET control fully clockwise (CW) and the DELAY 
control fully counterclockwise (CCW). 
2.
Apply the desired trip voltage to the relay.
3.
Slowly (allow for the 200 ms operating time) adjust the SET 
control CCW until the relay trips. 
4.
Reduce the trip voltage from the relay and set the DELAY 
control to the desired time delay. 
5.
Apply the trip voltage to the relay and measure the time to trip.
6.
Adjust the DELAY and repeat Steps 4 and 5 until you have the 
desired time delay. 
MAINTENANCE
BE3 relays are solid-state devices that require no maintenance. In 
the event that your relay requires repair, contact Basler Electric, 
Highland, IL, USA for return authorization. 
ORDERING INFORMATION
Figure 4 shows the BE3 style number identification chart.
Publication
9319600990
Revision
C
Instructions
Date
04/14
Copyright
2014
