Differential pressure controls

Type MP 54, 55 and 55A

REFRIGERATION AND
AIR CONDITIONING
Technical leaflet
Technical leaflet Differential pressure controls, type MP 54, 55 and 55A

Contents Page
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Materials in contact with the medium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Ordering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Funktion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Dimensions and weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

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Technical leaflet Differential pressure controls, type MP 54, 55 and 55A

Introduction MP 54 and MP 55 oil differential pressure

controls are used as safety switches to protect
refrigeration compressors against low lubricating
oil pressure.
If the oil pressure fails the oil differential pressure
control stops the compressor after a certain time
period.
MP 54 and 55 are used in refrigerating systems
using fluorinated refrigerants.
MP 55A is used in refrigerating systems with
R717 (NH3). MP 55A can also be used in
systems with fluorinated refrigerant.
MP 54 has a fixed differential pressure setting.
It also incorporates a thermal time relay with a
fixed release time setting.
MP 55 and 55A have adjustable differential
pressure and are available both with and without
thermal time relay.

Features Wide regulating range Suitable for both alternating and direct
Can be used for deep freeze, refrigeration current
and air conditioning plant Screwed cable entry for cables from 6 to 14
Can be used for all normal fluorinated mm diameter
refrigerants Small contact differential
Electrical connection at the front of the unit Meets the requirements of EN 60947

Approvals CE mark according to EN 60947-5 GL, Germanischer Lloyd, Germany

Versions having UL and CSA approvals can be RINA, Registro Italiano Navale, Italy
supplied to special order.

CCC, China Compulsory Certificate

Materials in contact Unit type Material

with the medium MP 54 Stainless steel 19/11, no. 1.4306 to DIN 17440
MP 55 Deep-drawn steel plate, no. 1.0338 to DIN 1624
Free cutting steel, no. 1.0718 to DIN 1651
MP 55A Stainless steel 19/11, no. 1.4306 to DIN 17440
Deep-drawn steel plate, no. 1.0338 to DIN 1624
Free cutting steel, no. 1.0401 to DIN 1652

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Technical data Control voltage Contact loads

230 V or 115 V a.c. or d.c. Type A:
On time relay output contacts M-S:
Permissible voltage variation AC15: 2 A, 250 V
+10 → −15% DC13: 0,2 A, 250 V

Max. working pressure Type B without time relay:

PB = 17 bar AC15: 0,1 A, 250 V
DC13: 12 W, 125 V
Max. test pressure
p’ = 22 bar Type C without time relay:
AC1: 10 A, 250 V
Temperature compensation AC3: 4 A, 250 V
The time relay is temperature-compensated in DC13: 12 W, 125 V
the range −40 to +60°C
Properties according to EN 60947:
Screwed cable entry Wire dimensions
Pg 13.5 solid/stranded 0.2 - 1.5 mm2
flexible, w/out ferrules 0.2 - 1.5 mm2
Cable diameter flexible, with ferrules 0.2 - 1 mm2
6 → 14 mm Tightening torque max. 1.2 NM
Rated impulse voltage 4 kV
Max. bellows temperature Pollution degree 3
100°C Short circuit protection, fuse 2 Amp
Insulation 250 V
Enclosure IP 20
IP 20 to IEC 529 / EN 60529

Ordering For fluorinated refrigerants

Switch Operation Time Contact Code no.
differential range, relay load Connection
Type Differential max. LP release (see 1
/4 in./6 mm 1 m cap.tube Cutting ring
side time technical 1/ in.
4
∆p bar ∆p bar bar s data) Flare ODF solder 6 mm
MP 54 Fixed 0.65 0.2 −1 → +12 0 2) B 060B029766
Fixed 0.65 0.2 −1 → +12 45 A 060B016666
Fixed 0.9 0.2 −1 → +12 60 A 060B016766
Fixed 0.65 0.2 −1 → +12 90 A 060B016866
Fixed 0.65 0.2 −1 → +12 120 A 060B0169663)
MP 55 0.3 → 4.5 0.2 −1 → +12 45 A 060B017066 060B013366
0.3 → 4.5 0.2 −1 → +12 60 A 060B017166 060B018866
0.3 → 4.5 0.2 −1 → +12 60 A 060B0178661)
0.3 → 4.5 0.2 −1 → +12 90 A 060B017266
0.3 → 4.5 0.2 −1 → +12 120 A 060B017366 060B013666
0.3 → 4.5 0.2 −1 → +12 0 2) B 060B029966 060B029566
0.65 → 4.5 0.4 −1 → +12 0 2) C 060B0294664)

For fluorinated refrigerants and R717 (NH3)

Switch Operation Time Contact Code no.
differential range, relay load Connection
Type Differential max. LP release (see ∅ 6,5 /
technical Cutting ring
side time ∅ 10 mm
∆p bar ∆p bar bar s data) weld nipple 6 mm
MP 55A 0.3 → 4.5 0.2 −1 → +12 45 A 060B017466 060B018266
0.3 → 4.5 0.2 −1 → +12 60 A 060B017566 060B018366
0.3 → 4.5 0.2 −1 → +12 60 A 060B017966 1)
0.3 → 4.5 0.2 −1 → +12 90 A 060B017666 060B018466
0.3 → 4.5 0.2 −1 → +12 120 A 060B017766 060B018566
0.3 → 4.5 0.2 −1 → +12 0 2) B 060B029866 2) 060B029666
1) With operational light that remains on during normal operation.
Note: If the operational light goes out, the compressor should not run longer than the release time.
2) Versions without time relay are for applications where an external time relay is required - perhaps with a different
release time than the one specified.
3) 060B0169 meets Copeland specifications. UL-approved versions can be supplied.
4) Approved according to EN 60947-4, -5.

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Design The operation of the pressure control is

conditional only on the differential pressure, i.e.
the difference in pressure between the two
counteracting bellows, whereas it is independent
of the absolute pressure acting on both bellows.
The MP 55 and 55A can be set for different
differential pressures by the setting disc (3).
The set differential pressure can be read from the
internal scale.
The MP 54 has a fixed differential and has no
pressure setting disc.
The factory-set differential pressure is stamped
on the front plate of the
control.

1. Connection to pressure side of

lubrication system, OIL
2. Connection to suction side of
refrigeration plant, LP
3. Setting disc
4. Reset buttom MP 55
5. Test device

Terminology Differential range Contact differential

The pressure difference between LP and OIL The pressure rise above the set differential
connections within which the control can be set pressure (scale reading) necessary to cut off
to operate. current to the time relay.

Scale reading Release time

The differential between the oil pump pressure The period for which the differential pressure
and the pressure in the crankcase that exists at control allows the compressor to run with too
the moment the contact system cuts in current low an oil pressure during start-up and operation.
to the time relay on falling oil pressure.

Operating range
The pressure range on the LP connection within
which the control can operate.

Function If there is no oil pressure on starting, or if the oil The timer (e) in the safety circuit is activated
pressure falls below the set pressure during when the effective lubricating oil pressure, the oil
operation, the compressor will stop after the differential pressure (the difference between the
release time has elapsed. oil pump pressure and suction pressure), is lower
The electrical circuit is divided into two than the set value.
completely separate circuits, a safety circuit and The timer is deactivated when the oil differential
an operational circuit. pressure is more than the set value plus the
contact differential.

Electrical diagram

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Function The two diagrams below explain the terms "oil The first diagram shows the function of the
(continued) differential pressure" and "contact differential", differential control during start; the second shows
both have to be considered when using oil the function of the control during operation.
differential pressure controls.

Pos. A: Normal start-up

The lubricating oil pressure is built up during start to the
set/fixed differential plus the contact differential, before
the timer cuts out (in this example, after 45 seconds).
At point A contacts T1-T2 open and timer (e) is stopped, i.e.
normal
lubricating oil conditions for the compressor have been
established.

Pos. B: The lubricating oil pressure does not reach the

set/fixed differential plus the contact differential before
the timer period elapses. At point B the timer cuts out
operational circuit L-M and the compressor stops.
If a signal source is connected to terminal S, it will be
activated. Restart can only be performed after about
2 minutes by activation of the reset button, provided the
cause of the fault has been determined.

On start-up

Pos. C: The lubricating oil pressure falls during operation to a value

lower than the set/fixed differential.
At point C, safety circuit T1-T2 cuts in and the timer is
activated.

Pos. D: The lubricating oil pressure reaches the set/fixed ifferential

plus the contact differential before the timer period elapses.
At point D, safety circuit T1-T2 cuts out and the timer is stopped, i.e.
normal lubricating oil conditions for the compressor have been
established.

Pos. E: The lubricating oil pressure falls to a value lower than the
set/fixed differential during operation.
At point E, safety circuit T1-T2 cuts in and the timer is
activated.

Pos. F: The lubricating oil pressure remains lower than the set/fixed
differential. At point F the timer cuts out operational circuit L-M
and the compressor stops.
If a signal source is connected to terminal S, it will be activated.
Restart can only be performed after about 2
minutes by activation of the reset button, provided the cause of the
fault has been determined.
During operation
After start-up
It is important that a function check should be made to ensure that
the differential pressure control is operating as it should.
This check can be made by pressing the test device (inside the unit
on the left hand side).
When the test device is pressed down and held in this position the
compressor motor should stop after the release time determined by
the time relay has elapsed.

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Dimensions and weight

M4

MP 54-55 MP 55A

Weight
MP 55A approx. 0.8 kg

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