The Acti9 IH Analog Daily Timer Switch from Schneider Electric is a practical tool for automating electrical systems in residential, commercial, or industrial buildings. This single-channel timer switch allows for the control of turning on and off electrical loads, such as lighting systems, heating, and other devices, based on a daily program set by the user. Its compact format of 18 mm wide (equivalent to 2 modules of 9 mm) facilitates installation in electrical panels with DIN rail mounting.
Technical features:
- Product range: Acti9
- Product type: Mechanical timer switch
- Number of channels: 1 channel
- Cycle duration: 24 hours, with daily switching adjustments
- Adjustment intervals: Every 15 minutes
- Maximum switching operations: 48 activations and 48 deactivations per day
- Maximum switching current:
- 16 A at 250 V AC (with power factor = 1)
- 4 A at 250 V AC (with power factor = 0.6)
- Nominal operating voltage (Ue): 230-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
- Power consumption: 0.5 W
- Measurement accuracy: +/- 1 second per day at 20°C
The Acti9 IH allows for precise daily programming, ideal for automating tasks such as turning lights or appliances on and off at regular intervals. Switching adjustments are easily configured using mechanical tabs that allow for programming on/off cycles with an accuracy of 15 minutes. With a total of 48 daily switches, the switch offers great flexibility to adapt to user needs.
Advanced functions:
- Manual preselection change: The device features an option to manually change the switching, allowing the user to temporarily override the program without losing previously configured settings.
- Backup memory: The switch has an integrated battery with a capacity of 150 hours of backup, ensuring that the program is maintained in case of power outages. This is particularly useful to ensure that time settings are not lost.
- Battery life: The lithium battery provides a lifespan of up to 10 years, minimizing maintenance needs.
Additional specifications:
- Dimensions:
- Width: 18 mm
- Height: 90 mm
- Depth: 66 mm
- Weight: 0.101 kg
- Connections: Screw terminals, compatible with rigid and flexible cables
- Mounting: Easily installed on a DIN rail, allowing integration into standard electrical panels.
- Color: White (RAL 9003)
Compatibility with different types of loads:
The Acti9 IH is designed to handle a variety of loads, making it a flexible solution for different types of devices and lighting systems. Among the loads it can control are:
- Incandescent and halogen lamps: Up to 1000 W
- Fluorescent lamps with correction: Up to 2000 W
- LED lamps:
- Less than 2 W: up to 30 W
- More than 2 W: up to 300 W
- Compact fluorescent lamps: Up to 700 VA
Applications:
The Acti9 IH Daily Timer Switch is ideal for a wide range of applications:
- Lighting control in homes or commercial buildings: Allows programming the turning on and off of lights at specific times of the day, improving energy efficiency.
- Automation of heating and ventilation systems: Configures the activation of these systems based on the occupancy schedule of the spaces.
- Management of appliances: Controls the turning on/off of devices such as heaters, air conditioners, or irrigation systems, optimizing their operation.
Additional benefits:
- Energy savings: By automating the switching of electrical loads, the switch helps improve energy efficiency, avoiding unnecessary use of equipment when not needed.
- Ease of use: Its configuration using tabs is simple and intuitive, allowing users to adjust the schedule quickly without the need for advanced technical knowledge.
- Reliability and durability: With its long-lasting backup battery and robust construction, the switch is designed to provide reliable performance for years, even under frequent use conditions.