DSS

Digitally Controlled Ferroresonant Inverter

SINGLE PHASE

INDUSTRIAL INVERTER

T HE PURPOSE OF OUR BUSINESS I S T O P ROVI D E CONT I NU I T Y OF E L E CT RIC A L P O W ER

TO KEEP BU SI N E SSE S I N BU SI N E SS

All Facilities are ISO 9001 Certified

World Headquarters Asia Pacific Headquarters Middle East Headquarters

875 Dearborn Drive AMETEK Singapore Office AMETEK Solidstate Controls
Columbus, Ohio 43085 43 Changi South Ave. 2 #04-01 P.O. Box: 17067
Phone: +1-614-846-7500 Singapore 486164 Jebel Ali F.Z.; Dubai, U.A.E.
Toll Free: +1-800-635-7300 Phone: +65-6484-2388 Phone: +971-50-5584054
Fax: +1-614-885-3990 Fax: +65-6481-6588 Alt Phone: +971-50-5720648

Mexico Headquarters Brazil Headquarters India Headquarters
Avenida Ejercito Nacional AMETEK do Brasil Ltda AMETEK Instruments India Private Limited
Number 423 2o. Colonia Granada Rod. Eng° Ermênio de Oliveira Penteado Plot 148, EPIP Zone Phase 2
C.P. 11520 Miguel Hidalgo, Mexico, D.F. (SP75) - Km 57, Barrio Tombadouro Featherlite Tech Park, 1st Floor
Phone: +52-55-5250-1132 Indaiatuba - SP - Brasil, 13337-300 Whitefield, Bangalore - 560066
Fax: +52-55-5250-7981 Phone: +55-16-2107-4100 Karnataka, INDIA
Phone: +91 70222 53258
Fax: +91 80 6782 3232

VISIT OUR WEBSITES:

English: www.solidstatecontrolsinc.com Russian: www.solidstatecontrolsinc-ru.com

Nuclear: www.nuclearups.com Chinese: www.solidstatecontrolsinc-chn.com
Spanish: www.solidstatecontrolsinc-esp.com Brazilian Portuguese: www.solidstatecontrolsinc-bz.com
DSS General Specifications – Standard Features
System Measurements (Displayed on Mimic Screen)
Total Number of Battery Discharges
General Specifications – Optional Features
Metering and System Measurements
Bypass Input Frequency
(Option #)
(112)
Miscellaneous – Continued
Latching Alarms
(Option #)
(28)
Total Operational Time on Batteries Bypass Input Voltage (113) Lamp Test (35)
Average Time on Battery per Discharge Output Power (kVA, KW, Power Factor) (114) Alarm Relay Test (132)

Digitally Controlled Ferroresonant Historical Min/Max Battery Voltage

Recent Min/Max Battery Voltage
% Inverter Loading
Inverter Output Voltage
(115)
(117)
Alarms
High DC Disconnect
(Option #)
(2)

Industrial Inverter
Total Operation Time on Bypass Analog Meters (196) Positive/Negative to Ground (2 relays) (3)
Total Operation Time on Inverter Circuit Breaker (Option #) High/Low Bypass Source Voltage (7/6)
Metering (Displayed on Mimic Screen) 65 KAIC Bypass Breaker (85) High/Low AC Output Voltage (9/8)
DC Bus Voltage Inverter Output (Non-Automatic) (17) AC Output Overload (48)

Single Phase 3-50 kVA

DC Bus Current (+/-) AC Output (18) High/Low Inverter Output Voltage (41/42)
AC Output Voltage DC High Interrupt Breaker (86) Out-of-Sync (43)
AC Output Current Communications (Option #) Inverter Fuse Blown (44)
The DSS Inverter from AMETEK Solidstate Controls combines the best of both worlds – AC Output Frequency Modbus RTU (RS485 Connection) (187) Inverter Off Frequency (45)
Circuit Breakers Ethernet Webpage (187) Bypass Off Frequency (46)
• The reliability and robust design of a Ferroresonant Inverter DC Input (10kAIC, minimum) Modbus TCP (187) Battery Near Exhaustion (60)
Bypass Input (14kAIC, minimum) SCI-Link High DC Voltage (5)
• The digital control and communications typically found only in PWM products. Consult Factory for Additional Communication Options MBS to Bypass (78)
Miscellaneous (Option #) Bypass Input CB Open (103)
T he DSS is a true on-line, Inverter system that provides continuous, clean, regulated Alarms (Displayed on LCD Alarm Panel) Cascade Redundant Configuration AC Output CB Open (104)
power for critical AC loads. Designed specifically for process control and harsh industrial Fan Failure
Additional Relay Contacts (Max of 13 available)
Additional LED Indicators(1 green, 9 red available)
applications, the DSS combinesdigital control for enhanced communications, monitoring, Low DC Voltage
Remote External MBS1
Low DC Disconnect
control and diagnostics capabilities with proven ferroresonant transformer design. T he DSS DC Breaker Open
also includes the LCD panel and user-friendly touch screen display found in our Digital Process ST/SW Retransfer Blocked
Battery Discharging General Specifications – Performance
Power systems for the ultimate in user control. Overload Shutdown Inverter Static Switch
Bypass Supplying Load
DC Input Bypass Voltage 120 Single Phase, 2-wire
Benefits of the DSS: ST/SW Bridge Over Temperature
Nominal Voltage 120V/60 (105-140VDC) 120/240 Single Phase,
Inverter Bridge Over Temperature Range/ #of Cells 3-wire
• AMETEK SCI’s ferroresonant design (over 50 years of • Long life LED indicators, front panel accessibility  ST/SW SCR Failure (Lead Acid Type) Switch Type Inversely paired set of
240V/120 (210-280VDC)
proven reliability) • Unique crest factor circuitry provides full capacity for Bypass Failure SCRs (one set per leg)
Inverter Failure Failure Mode Automatically fails to
• High MTBF - exceeds 205,000 hours (23 Years) non-linear loads
Bypass
• Industrial grade - built to operate in extreme environments • All components are front accessible-no side or back System Diagnostics (Displayed on LCD Alarm Panel) AC Output Transfer Time Make Before Break
• Vacuum pressure impregnated (VPI) magnetics with 200ºC clearance required - Integral system event recording for Loss of System Communication(s) Inverter/UPS Ratings 3 - 50 kVA Sync Capture Range 0.5% to 0.8% adjustable
epoxy insulation (Class N)  diagnostics (logs last 500 events) - Lighted Mimic Panel Display Power Supply Failure(s) Power Factor Range 0.8 - 1.0 Slew Rate 1Hz/sec to 10Hz/sec
Relay Controls AC Output Voltage2 120: Single phase, 2 wire (adjustable)
• Microprocessor based alarms 120/240: Single phase, 3 wire
The following alarms also include 1 (one) set of normally open and normally Overload Capability 125% continuous
closed relay contacts rated for 120VAC at 8 amps (30VDC at 8 amps): Regulation ± 2% 150% for 10 minutes
Inverter Trouble (Summary) 200% for 1 minute
Bypass Supplying Load Frequency 60 Hz; ± 0.1%
1000% for 1 cycle
Inverter Communications Failure (Summary)

The Power Behind the Process

Crest Factor 3:1 Manual Bypass Switch1
Applicable Standards, Codes and Regulations Total Harmonic 100% linear load <5% Voltage 120: Single phase, 2 wire
Distortion (THD)
NEMA PE-1 Transient Response 23% for ½ cycle 120/240: Single phase,
2% after 50 ms 3 wire
Keypad Controls and Switches ANSI
ANSI/NFPA 70 Recovery Time < 50 msec to ± 1% Mounting Inside UPS/Inverter

PROCESSPOWER INVERTER Inverter to Load w/Light

Bypass to Load w/Light
IEEE
UL-1778
Overload Capacity 120% - continuous
125% - 10 minutes
150% - 1 minute
Enclosure

LCD and Touch Screen User Panel Static Switch Reset Retransfer
Latching Alarm Reset
C-UL
ISO9001 Certified Facility
Positions
Construction
Two
600VAC, rotary drum,
make-before-break type
Audible Alarm Silence
Transfer Time Zero in both directions
Display On Overload Capacity 125% continuous
Inverter Enable (On/Off) Switch 150% for 10 minutes
200% for 1 minute
1000% for 1 cycle
*Standard LED Indicators: Inverter Normal
Environmental
and Inverter Trouble
Ambient Temperature 0 to 40oC (32 to 104oF)
Relative Humidity 0-95% non-condensing
Standard Mimic Screen Operating Altitude 0-3300 meters (10,000 feet)
(LCD Panel) Indicators Audible Noise3 65-72dB(A) @1.5 meter
(4.9 feet) typical
Cooling Aided Convection or Forced
Inverter Status (OK/Fail) Air, depending on kVA rating
and design (fans standard for
Synchronism Status (In/Out of Sync) 30kVA units and above)
Cable Entry Top and Bottom Entry
Static Switch Position Standard
(Inverter or Bypass) Mean Time Between Failure
(MTBF)
>205,000 Hours

Manual Bypass Position Cabinet RatingNEMA 1 / IP-20

(IP-21 with addition of
(Inverter or Bypass) optional drip shield)
1
Internal Manual Bypass Switch is normally removed when a Remote Manual Bypass Switch is selected
Bypass Status (OK/Fail) 2
Custom Input and Output Voltages available – Consult Factory
3
Addition of drip shield may increase the noise by 1-3dB(A)

Shown with optional indicator lights

DSS General Specifications – Standard Features
System Measurements (Displayed on Mimic Screen)
Total Number of Battery Discharges
General Specifications – Optional Features
Metering and System Measurements
Bypass Input Frequency
(Option #)
(112)
Miscellaneous – Continued
Latching Alarms
(Option #)
(28)
Total Operational Time on Batteries Bypass Input Voltage (113) Lamp Test (35)
Average Time on Battery per Discharge Output Power (kVA, KW, Power Factor) (114) Alarm Relay Test (132)

Digitally Controlled Ferroresonant Historical Min/Max Battery Voltage

Recent Min/Max Battery Voltage
% Inverter Loading
Inverter Output Voltage
(115)
(117)
Alarms
High DC Disconnect
(Option #)
(2)

Industrial Inverter
Total Operation Time on Bypass Analog Meters (196) Positive/Negative to Ground (2 relays) (3)
Total Operation Time on Inverter Circuit Breaker (Option #) High/Low Bypass Source Voltage (7/6)
Metering (Displayed on Mimic Screen) 65 KAIC Bypass Breaker (85) High/Low AC Output Voltage (9/8)
DC Bus Voltage Inverter Output (Non-Automatic) (17) AC Output Overload (48)

Single Phase 3-50 kVA

DC Bus Current (+/-) AC Output (18) High/Low Inverter Output Voltage (41/42)
AC Output Voltage DC High Interrupt Breaker (86) Out-of-Sync (43)
AC Output Current Communications (Option #) Inverter Fuse Blown (44)
The DSS Inverter from AMETEK Solidstate Controls combines the best of both worlds – AC Output Frequency Modbus RTU (RS485 Connection) (187) Inverter Off Frequency (45)
Circuit Breakers Ethernet Webpage (187) Bypass Off Frequency (46)
• The reliability and robust design of a Ferroresonant Inverter DC Input (10kAIC, minimum) Modbus TCP (187) Battery Near Exhaustion (60)
Bypass Input (14kAIC, minimum) SCI-Link High DC Voltage (5)
• The digital control and communications typically found only in PWM products. Consult Factory for Additional Communication Options MBS to Bypass (78)
Miscellaneous (Option #) Bypass Input CB Open (103)
T he DSS is a true on-line, Inverter system that provides continuous, clean, regulated Alarms (Displayed on LCD Alarm Panel) Cascade Redundant Configuration AC Output CB Open (104)
power for critical AC loads. Designed specifically for process control and harsh industrial Fan Failure
Additional Relay Contacts (Max of 13 available)
Additional LED Indicators(1 green, 9 red available)
applications, the DSS combinesdigital control for enhanced communications, monitoring, Low DC Voltage
Remote External MBS1
Low DC Disconnect
control and diagnostics capabilities with proven ferroresonant transformer design. T he DSS DC Breaker Open
also includes the LCD panel and user-friendly touch screen display found in our Digital Process ST/SW Retransfer Blocked
Battery Discharging General Specifications – Performance
Power systems for the ultimate in user control. Overload Shutdown Inverter Static Switch
Bypass Supplying Load
DC Input Bypass Voltage 120 Single Phase, 2-wire
Benefits of the DSS: ST/SW Bridge Over Temperature
Nominal Voltage 120V/60 (105-140VDC) 120/240 Single Phase,
Inverter Bridge Over Temperature Range/ #of Cells 3-wire
• AMETEK SCI’s ferroresonant design (over 50 years of • Long life LED indicators, front panel accessibility  ST/SW SCR Failure (Lead Acid Type) Switch Type Inversely paired set of
240V/120 (210-280VDC)
proven reliability) • Unique crest factor circuitry provides full capacity for Bypass Failure SCRs (one set per leg)
Inverter Failure Failure Mode Automatically fails to
• High MTBF - exceeds 205,000 hours (23 Years) non-linear loads
Bypass
• Industrial grade - built to operate in extreme environments • All components are front accessible-no side or back System Diagnostics (Displayed on LCD Alarm Panel) AC Output Transfer Time Make Before Break
• Vacuum pressure impregnated (VPI) magnetics with 200ºC clearance required - Integral system event recording for Loss of System Communication(s) Inverter/UPS Ratings 3 - 50 kVA Sync Capture Range 0.5% to 0.8% adjustable
epoxy insulation (Class N)  diagnostics (logs last 500 events) - Lighted Mimic Panel Display Power Supply Failure(s) Power Factor Range 0.8 - 1.0 Slew Rate 1Hz/sec to 10Hz/sec
Relay Controls AC Output Voltage2 120: Single phase, 2 wire (adjustable)
• Microprocessor based alarms 120/240: Single phase, 3 wire
The following alarms also include 1 (one) set of normally open and normally Overload Capability 125% continuous
closed relay contacts rated for 120VAC at 8 amps (30VDC at 8 amps): Regulation ± 2% 150% for 10 minutes
Inverter Trouble (Summary) 200% for 1 minute
Bypass Supplying Load Frequency 60 Hz; ± 0.1%
1000% for 1 cycle
Inverter Communications Failure (Summary)

The Power Behind the Process

Crest Factor 3:1 Manual Bypass Switch1
Applicable Standards, Codes and Regulations Total Harmonic 100% linear load <5% Voltage 120: Single phase, 2 wire
Distortion (THD)
NEMA PE-1 Transient Response 23% for ½ cycle 120/240: Single phase,
2% after 50 ms 3 wire
Keypad Controls and Switches ANSI
ANSI/NFPA 70 Recovery Time < 50 msec to ± 1% Mounting Inside UPS/Inverter

PROCESSPOWER INVERTER Inverter to Load w/Light

Bypass to Load w/Light
IEEE
UL-1778
Overload Capacity 120% - continuous
125% - 10 minutes
150% - 1 minute
Enclosure

LCD and Touch Screen User Panel Static Switch Reset Retransfer
Latching Alarm Reset
C-UL
ISO9001 Certified Facility
Positions
Construction
Two
600VAC, rotary drum,
make-before-break type
Audible Alarm Silence
Transfer Time Zero in both directions
Display On Overload Capacity 125% continuous
Inverter Enable (On/Off) Switch 150% for 10 minutes
200% for 1 minute
1000% for 1 cycle
*Standard LED Indicators: Inverter Normal
Environmental
and Inverter Trouble
Ambient Temperature 0 to 40oC (32 to 104oF)
Relative Humidity 0-95% non-condensing
Standard Mimic Screen Operating Altitude 0-3300 meters (10,000 feet)
(LCD Panel) Indicators Audible Noise3 65-72dB(A) @1.5 meter
(4.9 feet) typical
Cooling Aided Convection or Forced
Inverter Status (OK/Fail) Air, depending on kVA rating
and design (fans standard for
Synchronism Status (In/Out of Sync) 30kVA units and above)
Cable Entry Top and Bottom Entry
Static Switch Position Standard
(Inverter or Bypass) Mean Time Between Failure
(MTBF)
>205,000 Hours

Manual Bypass Position Cabinet RatingNEMA 1 / IP-20

(IP-21 with addition of
(Inverter or Bypass) optional drip shield)
1
Internal Manual Bypass Switch is normally removed when a Remote Manual Bypass Switch is selected
Bypass Status (OK/Fail) 2
Custom Input and Output Voltages available – Consult Factory
3
Addition of drip shield may increase the noise by 1-3dB(A)

Shown with optional indicator lights

 120VDC (60 Lead Acid Battery Cells)
Rated Output Max DC DC I/P
Efficiency AC Output Amps* UPS Cabinet Bypass Breaker Weight
Model Power Current Breaker Heat Loss (BTU)
Style
KVA KW DC-AC 1.75VPC 120 240 120 120 120/240 Lbs. Kg.
DSS003-** 3 3 83% 34 25 13 GTD1X 50 35 20 885 402 2097
DSS005-** 5 5 85% 56 42 21 GTD1X 70 60 30 885 402 3011
DSS007-** 7.5 7.5 85% 84 63 31 GTD1X 100 80 40 1100 500 4516
DSS010-** 10 10 85% 112 83 42 GTD1X 125 125 60 1325 602 6021
DSS015-** 15 15 86% 166 125 63 GTD1X 200 175 80 2050 932 8332
DSS020-** 20 20 86% 221 167 83 GTD1X 250 225 110 2100 955 11109
DSS030-** 30 30 87% 328 250 125 GTD1X 400 350 175 2650 1205 15295
DSS040-** 40 40 88% 432 333 167 GTD1X 500 500 225 3050 1386 18611
DSS050-** 50 50 88% 541 417 208 GTD2X 600 600 300 3700 1682 23264

240VDC (120 Lead Acid Battery Cells)

Rated Output Max DC AC Output DC I/P
UPS Cabinet Bypass Breaker Weight
Model Power Current Amps* Breaker Heat Loss (BTU)
Style
KVA KW DC-AC 1.75VPC 120 240 240 120 120/240 Lbs. Kg.
DSS003-** 3 3 84% 17 25 13 GTD1X 25 35 20 685 311 1950
DSS005-** 5 5 87% 27 42 21 GTD1X 40 60 30 685 311 2549
DSS007-** 7.5 7.5 88% 41 63 31 GTD1X 50 80 40 830 377 3490
DSS010-** 10 10 88% 54 83 42 GTD1X 70 125 60 1125 511 4653
DSS015-** 15 15 88% 81 125 63 GTD1X 100 175 80 1455 661 6979
DSS020-** 20 20 88% 108 167 83 GTD1X 125 225 110 1635 743 9305
DSS030-** 30 30 88% 162 250 125 GTD1X 200 350 175 1995 906 13958
DSS040-** 40 40 88% 217 333 167 GTD1X 250 500 225 2240 1017 18611
DSS050-** 50 50 88% 270 417 208 GTD2X 350 600 300 2940 1335 23264

Inches—Cabinet-Dimensions—mm
Style H x W x D H x W x D
GTD1X 79 x 32 x 36 2007 x 813 x 914
GTD2X 79 x 54 x 36 2007 x 1372 x 914

“EE” “FF” “GG”

AC Output Volts Freq
DC Bus Volts Code (Code) (Code)
120 – (12) 120 – (12) 60 – (60)
240 – (24) 120/240 - (24)

*Circuit Breakers are sized at a minimum of 125% of rated current.

**A complete model number includes the DC bus (link) voltage, AC output voltage and system frequency. To “build” a model number, use the “code” in the matrix shown
above, following the example format: DSS020-EE-FF-GG; where EE=DC bus voltage; FF=AC Output Voltage; GG=System Frequency.
For Example: A 20 kVA with 120 VDC bus voltage; 120 VAC output, 60 Hz frequency; would have the following model number: DSS020-12-12-60.
For 120/240 VAC output units, add “2” before DSE model number

For custom systems, and for units which do not have a configurable model number, insert a ‘C’ in the model number as follows: DSS020C
Specifications are subject to change.
Top mounted cooling fans require 13mm (0.5 in) additional height.
Certain optional features and/or combinations may require larger cabinets.
For serious inquiries, please contact factory.
 DSS
Digitally Controlled Ferroresonant Inverter
SINGLE PHASE

INDUSTRIAL INVERTER

T HE PURPOSE OF OUR BUSINESS I S T O P ROVI D E CONT I NU I T Y OF E L E CT RIC A L P O W ER

TO KEEP BU SI N E SSE S I N BU SI N E SS

All Facilities are ISO 9001 Certified

World Headquarters Asia Pacific Headquarters Middle East Headquarters

875 Dearborn Drive AMETEK Singapore Office AMETEK Solidstate Controls
Columbus, Ohio 43085 43 Changi South Ave. 2 #04-01 P.O. Box: 17067
Phone: +1-614-846-7500 Singapore 486164 Jebel Ali F.Z.; Dubai, U.A.E.
Toll Free: +1-800-635-7300 Phone: +65-6484-2388 Phone: +971-50-5584054
Fax: +1-614-885-3990 Fax: +65-6481-6588 Alt Phone: +971-50-5720648

Mexico Headquarters Brazil Headquarters India Headquarters
Avenida Ejercito Nacional AMETEK do Brasil Ltda AMETEK Instruments India Private Limited
Number 423 2o. Colonia Granada Rod. Eng° Ermênio de Oliveira Penteado Plot 148, EPIP Zone Phase 2
C.P. 11520 Miguel Hidalgo, Mexico, D.F. (SP75) - Km 57, Barrio Tombadouro Featherlite Tech Park, 1st Floor
Phone: +52-55-5250-1132 Indaiatuba - SP - Brasil, 13337-300 Whitefield, Bangalore - 560066
Fax: +52-55-5250-7981 Phone: +55-16-2107-4100 Karnataka, INDIA
Phone: +91 70222 53258
Fax: +91 80 6782 3232

VISIT OUR WEBSITES:

English: www.solidstatecontrolsinc.com Russian: www.solidstatecontrolsinc-ru.com

Nuclear: www.nuclearups.com Chinese: www.solidstatecontrolsinc-chn.com
Spanish: www.solidstatecontrolsinc-esp.com Brazilian Portuguese: www.solidstatecontrolsinc-bz.com