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ZonaEQ unites diverse DC

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Equalise differing cable sizes to provide Network interface


ZonaEQ, from Hughes Electronics, is a DC step-down enclosure designed to provide 35mm² cable input with a 6mm² cable output. Served by Hughes’ unique Bastion connector complete with ‘power on’ LED and additionally equipped with Hughes unique external earth connection, ZonaEq reduces DC cable size and provides a functional earth for any equipment on the structure.


Features and Benefits

  • Efficiently step down 35mm2 cable to 6mm2
  • Bastion connectors with built-in 40A fuse and Smart 'Power On' LEDs
  • Durable and lightweight polycarbonate enclosure
  • Rated IP68
  • Instant, de-skilled output connections
  • External Functional Earth
  • Pressure compensation Element


ZonaEQ is a durable polycarbonate enclosure with a glass fibre reinforced cover created by the Hughes Imagineering team to equalise differing cable sizes providing 35mm² trunk cables with an interface ability to Network equipment requiring a 6mm² Dc input.


IP68 rated with an optional pressure compensation element, ZonaEQ protects an internal equalising assembly from heavy snow, rain or climatic cycling to keep your DC connections dry and operational.


Hughes' DC enclosure provides a lighter, more functional alternative

Power input accepts cable up to 35mm² through a waterproof gland. Bastion latch to lock output connectors create secure 6mm² jumper connections every-time. Bastion connectors provide simple, trouble-free, toolless field terminations too allowing engineers to create bespoke cables on-site without the need for specialist tools.


Corrosive eddy currents caused by earthing equipment to the structure are designed out by Hughes Imagineers, ZonaEQ’s external earth connection point provides a positive route to ground for all system equipment, preserving the structure's protective coatings and extending its useful life.


LED power indicators

Finally, the LED power indicators provide alerts of any BOB power continuity faults, improving health and safety and eliminating all guess-work.


ZonaEQ

Greg Rymar, Chief Imaginer at Hughes, said “We set out to provide a lighter, more functional alternative to the established heavy, behind the curve metal boxes that can corrode and lack adequate waterproofing. The poor combination of high price tags, poor functionality and low serviceable periods made this type of product space perfect for our innovations team to make improvements. ZonaEQ does exactly that.”


  • ParameterDescription
    Input Connectors

    M40 x 1.5mm cable gland

    Output Connectors

    Series A


    Series B


    1 x 2 pin Bastion connector


    1 x 2 pin EKKO connector

    Rated current

    40A

    Operating Temperature

    -40°C to +80°C

    Enclosure
    Electrical characteristics
    Protection type UL

    4X

    Rated insulation voltage AC

    690V

    Rated insulation voltage DC

    1000V

    IP Rating

    IP68

    Protection class

    II

    Material characteristics
    Suitable for exterior use

    YES

    Burning behaviour in accordance with UL94

    V2

    Burning behaviour in accordance with VDE

    850°C

    Halogen free

    Yes

    UV Protection

    YES

    Material

    Base

    Cover

    Sealing

    Cover Screw

    Mounting Bracket


    Polycarbonate, Grey

    Glass fibre reinforced polycarbonate, grey

    Polyrethane

    Polyamide, glass-fibre reinforced

    Stainless steel, zinc plated

    Mechanical properties
    Size

    180x130x90mm

    Type of fastening

    Wall, pole, bracket mount

    Cover Screw Torque

    1.2Nm

    Impact Strength

    IK08

    Other
    Operating Temperature

    -40°C to +80°C

    Certificates

    c UL US, DNVGL, DLG confirmed ammonia resistance in accordance with DLG test directive, UL 50 CSA 22.2 No. 94.1-07, UL50E CSA C22.2 No.94.2-07

    Connectors
    Input Connection
    Cable gland

    M40x1.5mm, cable OD up to 32mm, IP68, Black Polyamide (PA)

    Number of glands

    1

    Connector location

    Bottom of the enclosure

    Operating Temperature

    -40°C to +125°C

    Internal connection blocks
    Overview/Size Connection Blocks
    Mounting

    DIN Rail

    Conductor cross section

    2.5-50mm2 (14-0AWG) Cu

    Number of poles

    1

    Number of connection points

    2

    Line direction

    Side inlet

    Strip length

    16mm

    Pollution degree

    3

    Insulation material group

    I

    Rated surge voltage

    8kV

    Rated voltage

    800V

    Nominal current

    160A

    Screw

    Hexagon or Phillips 5mm

    Screw tightening torque

    4Nm

    Insulation material

    Polyamide PA66

    Flame-retarding Rating

    UL94 V-0

    Colour

    Grey, Blue, Yellow/Green

    Length

    49

    Width

    17.7

    Height

    43

    Operating Temperature

    -40⁰C to +105⁰C

    Standard

    EN61238-1, EN60947-7-2

    Series A: Output power connector - Bastion 40A Fused
    Connector Type

    Bastion 2 contacts with built-in fuse and LED power indicator

    Number of contacts

    2

    Rated current

    40A

    Rated Voltage

    90V

    Withstanding Voltage

    1500VAC

    Contact resistance

    ≤2mΩ

    Insulation resistance

    ≥1500MΩ

    Mating cycles

    50~200Cycles

    Insertion/retraction force

    100N/20-80N

    IP rating

    IP67

    Spray salt testing

    720h

    UV protection testing

    1000h

    Operating Temperature

    -40⁰C to +105⁰C

    Material flammability class acc. to UL 94

    V-0

    Series B: Output power connector - EKKO 50A
    Connector Type

    EKKO 50A

    Number of contacts

    2

    Rated current

    50A

    Rated voltage

    500V

    Contacts

    Ф4.0*2, Brass silver plated

    Contact resistance

    ≤1mΩ

    Mating cycles

    1700 Cycles

    Body material

    Engineering plastic PBT

    Vibration

    Frequency: 5-200Hz, Amplitude: 5mm, Speed: 10m/s, 0.10μs without disconnection

    IP Rating

    IP67 mated

    Salt spray testing

    PH6.5-7.2, NaCl, 5% 48H

    Material flammability class acc. to UL94

    V-0

    UV protection

    YES

    Operating Temperature

    -40⁰C to +80⁰C

    Mounting Bracket
    Bracket type

    Universal Pole and wall mount

    Bracket and locking mechanism materials

    Stainless steel, zinc plated

    Operating Temperature

    -40⁰C to +85⁰C/

    Other
    Additional features

    External Earth terminal
    Pressure Compensation Element for IP6x enclosures
    DC power LED indicator inside the Bastion connector

    RoHS, REACH compliant

    YES

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