[COPY] COMPAS Go : Frequently Asked Questions - 3VA Adoption

This article consolidates the FAQ's on 3VA adoption in COMPAS Go. [click on the respective question for answer or click on the "Expand All / Collapse All" button ]

+ What has changed?

- We are requiring tech review anywhere a user uses a legacy FXD or DG where 3VA is a default this is in P3, P4, P5 panels and switchboards

- We have ensured 3VA41 is the most competitively priced breaker vs. xGB in P1

+ What if I need to use legacy breakers?

- To use FXD or DG, you will need to enter in a valid reason into the line items notes. If no reason is provided, the quote will be rejected

- If there is a reason to use xGB namely due to selective coordination, special pricing consideration can be considered with a pricing note or it can be placed in a P2

+ Where is 3VA currently available?

- 3VA41 (125A low tab/bolt on) is available P1

- 3VA52 (250A thermal magnetic breaker) is available in P3,P4,P5, SWBD

- 3VA53 (400A thermal magnetic breakers) is available in P1

- 3VA61 (150A electronic trip breaker) is available in P4,P5,SWBD

- 3VA63 (400A electronic trip breaker) is available in P1

+ Where is 3VA defaulting in COMPAS?

- 3VA41 defaults in P1

- 3VA52 defaults in COMPAS when qty>=3 is selected on any 250A breaker selection

- 3VA61 defaults in COMPAS in P4, P5, SWBD

- 3VA62 will default Aug. 2020 in P4, P5, SWBD

- 3VA53/63 defaults in P1

+ Does 3VA have a padlock?

Yes below are the part numbers

- 125A low tab 3VA41 - 3VA9038-0LB11

- 250A/150A frames - 3VA52/61/62 150A/250A frames 3VA9138-0LB11

- 400A/600A frames - 3VA53/63/54/64 3VA9338-0LB11

+ Does 3VA have series ratings?

Yes, we are working to get the booklet updated with shipments, in addition they are attached here.

+ Where are series ratings found in COMPAS?

They are incorporated into the KB like other products. See example of how 3VA series ratings are incorporated

+ How do you do series ratings across COMPAS panels?

One of the easiest ways is to match the dropdown of the upstream breaker to the downstream panel

Ensure Downstream is selected to match UL type

+ Is there a series rating booklet?

Yes, updated booklet is being released in August, if you have a legacy booklet the updated booklet can be downloaded here - include link

+ Is 3VA41 available in UPB?

Yes, 3VA41 breakers are available in UPB, they have been superseded P17 series with P18 and this version accepts 3VA41

+ Is 3VA Trip Time curves (TCC�s) curves available?

Yes, as of the end of July 3VA TCCs are available from the major software including SKM, Easypower, ETAP and EasyTCC. If they are not part of the standard library yet, you can send a request to the vendor add 3VA to your library

- For Easy TCC go to the newest version

+ Are there training videos available?

Yes our latest Friday Lives are stored here - click here

+ Any other 3VA changes we should be aware of?

- For field provisions with 3VA52, 62, 62 in P4, P5 and SWBD we had to add bus extensions to the breakers. The S3VA52PR kit will need to be ordered in addition to the breaker.

- For 3VA52 in a P3 Twin Mount � Hardware kit # BBKVA52P3HW is required in addition to the Breaker to add to an available provision.

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