EP1417694A1 - Electromagnet arrangement for a switch - Google Patents

Electromagnet arrangement for a switch

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EP1417694A1
EP1417694A1 EP02794737A EP02794737A EP1417694A1 EP 1417694 A1 EP1417694 A1 EP 1417694A1 EP 02794737 A EP02794737 A EP 02794737A EP 02794737 A EP02794737 A EP 02794737A EP 1417694 A1 EP1417694 A1 EP 1417694A1
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Volker Lang
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    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H01—ELECTRIC ELEMENTS
    • H01H—ELECTRIC SWITCHES; RELAYS; SELECTORS; EMERGENCY PROTECTIVE DEVICES
    • H01H71/00—Details of the protective switches or relays covered by groups H01H73/00 - H01H83/00
    • H01H71/10—Operating or release mechanisms
    • H01H71/12—Automatic release mechanisms with or without manual release
    • H01H71/24—Electromagnetic mechanisms
    • H01H71/32—Electromagnetic mechanisms having permanently magnetised part
    • H01H71/321—Electromagnetic mechanisms having permanently magnetised part characterised by the magnetic circuit or active magnetic elements
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H01—ELECTRIC ELEMENTS
    • H01H—ELECTRIC SWITCHES; RELAYS; SELECTORS; EMERGENCY PROTECTIVE DEVICES
    • H01H47/00—Circuit arrangements not adapted to a particular application of the relay and designed to obtain desired operating characteristics or to provide energising current
    • H01H47/22—Circuit arrangements not adapted to a particular application of the relay and designed to obtain desired operating characteristics or to provide energising current for supplying energising current for relay coil
    • H01H47/226—Circuit arrangements not adapted to a particular application of the relay and designed to obtain desired operating characteristics or to provide energising current for supplying energising current for relay coil for bistable relays
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H01—ELECTRIC ELEMENTS
    • H01H—ELECTRIC SWITCHES; RELAYS; SELECTORS; EMERGENCY PROTECTIVE DEVICES
    • H01H50/00—Details of electromagnetic relays
    • H01H50/16—Magnetic circuit arrangements
    • H01H50/36—Stationary parts of magnetic circuit, e.g. yoke
    • H01H50/42—Auxiliary magnetic circuits, e.g. for maintaining armature in, or returning armature to, position of rest, for damping or accelerating movement
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H01—ELECTRIC ELEMENTS
    • H01H—ELECTRIC SWITCHES; RELAYS; SELECTORS; EMERGENCY PROTECTIVE DEVICES
    • H01H51/00—Electromagnetic relays
    • H01H51/22—Polarised relays

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  • the invention relates to an electromagnet arrangement for a switch, in particular for a contactor, according to the preamble of claim 1.
  • the electrical and magnetic dimensioning of electromagnetic contactors is generally designed in such a way that a low electrical power has to be applied in the magnet armature holding state (for example DE 19526 038 A1). This is indicated because devices of this type are in the holding state for a longer period of operation.
  • the energy consumption in the holding state has the disadvantage that the device heats up. Typically, one expects power losses in the holding state of a few watts. With vacuum switching devices, significantly higher capacities have to be maintained. In view of the fact that a large number of contactors or switches are combined in a control cabinet, there is a need to take active measures for heat dissipation.
  • a magnet arrangement with circuit arrangement for generating pulse sequences for regulating the power is shown, for example, in DE 39 10 810 A1 or in DE 19526 038 A1.
  • the magnet arrangement is based on the following structure: a main magnetic circuit formed from a preferably U-shaped magnet yoke and a magnet armature, a contact apparatus of the switch that is operatively connected to the magnet armature, and a preferably spring-loaded magnet armature that is acted upon by a resetting device, at least one arranged in the main magnet circuit Permanent magnets for generating the holding force for the magnet armature and at least one excitation winding arranged on at least one pole leg, that is to say on the magnet yoke, for generating the attraction force for the magnet armature separated from the magnet yoke.
  • the electromagnet arrangement is controlled electronically by an associated circuit arrangement.
  • a shunt circuit is formed parallel to the main magnetic circuit, which can also be closed via the magnet armature and the shunt circuit consists of the two pole legs and a second zygomatic arch which is arranged on the magnetic yoke and is interrupted by a remanent air gap.
  • the magnet arrangement (the magnet yoke, the second zygomatic arch and the permanent magnet) is dimensioned magnetically so that the holding power - attracted for the magnet armature state - is applied by the permanent magnet alone without energizing the excitation winding.
  • the permanent magnet generates a first magnetic force flow (MK1) through the pole legs and the magnet armature and a second force flow (MK2) through the second through the shunt circuit with the remanence flow gap.
  • MK1 first magnetic force flow
  • MK2 second force flow
  • the absolute amount of both force flows is given by the state of charge of the permanent magnet.
  • the ratio of the force flows is determined by the dimensioning of the shunt circuit (including the remanent air gap) and the distance of the magnet armature.
  • the first magnetic force flow (MK1) ensures that the magnet armature is held firmly on the pole faces. This anchor holding force acts on the spring force counter, which opens the magnet arrangement in the absence or reduced magnetic force.
  • the magnet armature moves against stops, not shown.
  • the excess of the armature holding force, generated by the magnetic flux through the magnet armature, compared to the spring force is a measure of the sensitivity of the magnet arrangement to external mechanical influences.
  • a minimal flooding should be sufficient to open the magnet arrangement (smallest current through the excitation coils depending on the number of turns), whereby the first magnetic flux is weakened to such an extent that the spring force is sufficient to lift the magnet armature.
  • With the said small excitation current a magnetic flux is generated which is opposite to the magnetic flux through the magnet armature and which practically forces the first magnetic flux into the shunt circuit with virtually no loss.
  • the magnet yoke is U-shaped and consists of two L-shaped halves with a longer pole leg and a shorter cross leg, with one pole leg facing the contact surfaces of the magnet armature.
  • the permanent magnet is clamped in the middle between the transverse legs, with no welding being carried out.
  • the second zygomatic arch is arranged parallel to the transverse legs.
  • the residual air gap the width of which is of the order of 0.3 mm, can be filled with air or filled with a non-magnetic material.
  • the excitation winding of the magnet arrangement is connected to an energy store, the energy content of which is sufficient to release the magnet armature from the holding state.
  • the energy store can be a storage capacitor or an inductor.
  • a monitoring unit for checking the voltage state of the energy store is preferably assigned to the circuit arrangement, so that the connections Order can either be switched to another energy source or an error signal can be reported.
  • the advantage of the invention is that a circuit arrangement (preferably with pulse-width modulation) for controlling the excitation winding and for supplying the electrical energy for the excitation winding can be operated practically in 'stand-by mode'.
  • the EMC measures can be reduced since only the electrical energy for the idle power of the circuit has to be provided in the holding state.
  • clocking is carried out in the holding state, as a result of which interference fields cannot be avoided.
  • the breaking capacity is minimal.
  • the holding power is low and corresponds to the standby power of the control electronics.
  • the design of the electronics is only determined by self-consumption. In terms of energy, the magnetic circuit is only designed for the situation of "closing the magnet armature".
  • the switch-off energy should preferably be secured in the phase of the tightening process, for example by charging a capacitor during the tightening process.
  • the permanent magnet consists of magnetically hard material, for example of AINiCo, and rare earth connections are also possible.
  • the advantage of the magnet arrangement is, in particular, that a small space is required for the excitation coil, which means that a compact structure can be achieved.
  • the invention can also be used wherever the movement of the magnet armature can be implemented in the form of a linear drive.
  • FIG. 1 the magnet arrangement with the magnet armature tightened
  • FIG. 2 the magnet arrangement with the magnet armature lifted off
  • FIG. 3 the magnet arrangement as an assembly drawing.
  • the magnetic yoke 10 has a U-shape and consists of two - in relation to the vertical axis of symmetry SA - symmetrical halves (in L-shape) with longer pole legs 11 and short cross legs 12.
  • the cross legs are arranged towards each other.
  • a permanent magnet 20 is held between the transverse legs.
  • the ends of the cross legs are formed with lugs 19, between which the permanent magnet is clamped during assembly.
  • FIG. 3 shows the assembly drawing, from which it can be seen that the magnet arrangement consists of laminated cores and is riveted via cover plates 80, which results in the mechanical cohesion.
  • the free ends of the pole limbs 11 form a plane as pole faces to the magnet armature 60.
  • the magnet armature 60 consists of a plate-shaped body with extensions 61 attached at the side.
  • a restoring force is provided on the magnet armature, which should preferably be linearly movable, by at least one (not shown) ) Spring (36) generated.
  • the magnet armature has an air gap or stroke 18. There is an operative connection of the magnet armature with a contact apparatus of the switch or contactor, but it is not shown.
  • the magnetic yoke is designed in the usual form as a laminated core. Laterally, opposite the transverse legs 12, fastening legs 41 are arranged, each with a bore, to which the magnet arrangement can be fastened in a housing.
  • the first magnetic flux circuit MK1 is assigned a magnetic shunt circuit MK2, which is present on the magnetic yoke (11, 12) facing away from the pole face.
  • the shunt circuit is formed by two second zygomatic arches 24 (parallel limbs) lying parallel to the short transverse limbs 12. Cross leg and zygomatic arch leg are separated from each other by a groove, but otherwise they are a physical part of the magnetic yoke.
  • the pole legs 11 are each surrounded by coil formers with excitation windings 30, 32.
  • the magnetic flux that can be generated by the excitation windings 30, 32 is superimposed in the air gap with the magnetic flux of the permanent magnet 20.
  • the two magnetic fluxes subtract in the shunt circuit.
  • the zygomatic arches 24 each have a smaller cross-section compared to the first transverse limbs 12 and the magnet armature
  • the zygomatic arches are separated by a remanent air gap 25.
  • the width of the residual air gap is approx. 0.3 mm.
  • the ratios of the magnetic fluxes MK1 and MK2 to one another are defined by the cross sections of the zygomatic arches and the width of the residual air gap.
  • the permanent magnet Due to its magnetic energy, the permanent magnet generates a magnetic flux that is divided into the two magnetic flux circuits MK1 and MK2.
  • the design of the magnet arrangement, in particular the strength of the permanent magnet, is selected such that the magnet armature on the magnet yoke is held securely for all operating conditions in the holding state (magnet armature attracted, without the electrical excitation being acted upon by the coils 30, 32).
  • This magnetic dimensioning means that no magnetic energy has to be supplied by the excitation coils in the holding position; the holding force for the magnet armature is applied only by the permanent magnet. This preferably ensures that the electrical power of an associated electronic circuit can be minimized, since essentially only the provision of the release energy has to be ensured.
  • the low tripping energy can, for example, be provided sufficiently via a suitably dimensioned storage capacitor or an inductor, the energy content of which can also be monitored by the electronic circuit.
  • the drive of the magnet arrangement (closing the magnet armature; drive excitation) is generated by a strong coil current (for example for 100 msec with a power of 100 watts), which generates a magnetic flux that is opposite to that of the permanent magnet in the pole legs and also the spring force on the magnet armature overcomes.
  • a strong coil current for example for 100 msec with a power of 100 watts
  • MK1 magnetic circuit becomes denser.
  • the magnetic shunt circuit MK2 contains only low magnetic energy.
  • the excitation current can be switched off, since - as shown - the holding force is provided statically.

Abstract

An electromagnet system for a switch includes a main magnetic circuit including a magnet yoke and a magnet armature mechanically linked to a contact apparatus. At least one permanent magnet is disposed in the main magnetic circuit for generating a holding force for the magnet armature. A shunt circuit is provided parallel with the main magnetic circuit so that the permanent magnet is a magnetic energy source for the shunt circuit. The shunt circuit includes pole legs and a yoke arc of the magnet yoke. The magnet armature is capable of contacting the pole legs so as to close the shunt circuit. An excitation winding is provided for each of the pole legs for to generating a pull-in force for the magnet armature. The electromagnet system is magnetically dimensioned such that a minimum magnetomotive force of the excitation windings is sufficient for opening the electromagnet system.

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Elektromagnetanordnung für einen Schalter Electromagnet arrangement for a switch
B e s c h r e i b u n gDescription
Die Erfindung betrifft eine Elektromagnetanordnung für einen Schalter, insbesondere für ein Schaltschütz, nach dem Oberbegriff des 1. Anspruchs.The invention relates to an electromagnet arrangement for a switch, in particular for a contactor, according to the preamble of claim 1.
Die elektrische und magnetische Dimensionierung von elektromagnetischen Schaltschützen wird in der Regel so ausgelegt, dass im Magnetanker-Haltezustand eine geringe elektrische Leistung aufzubringen ist (beispielsweise DE 19526 038 A1). Dies ist schon deshalb angezeigt, weil sich Geräte dieser Art für die längere Zeit des Betriebs im Haltezustand befinden. Der Energieverbrauch im Haltezustand hat den Nachteil, dass sich das Gerät erwärmt. Typischerweise rechnet man mit Verlustleistungen im Haltezustand von einigen Watt. Bei Vakuumschaltgeräten müssen deutlich höhere Leistungen vorgehalten werden. In Anbetracht der Tatsache, dass Schütze oder Schalter in größerer Zahl in einem Schaltschrank zusammengefasst werden, entsteht die Notwendigkeit, aktive Maßnahmen zur Wärmeableitung vorzunehmen.The electrical and magnetic dimensioning of electromagnetic contactors is generally designed in such a way that a low electrical power has to be applied in the magnet armature holding state (for example DE 19526 038 A1). This is indicated because devices of this type are in the holding state for a longer period of operation. The energy consumption in the holding state has the disadvantage that the device heats up. Typically, one expects power losses in the holding state of a few watts. With vacuum switching devices, significantly higher capacities have to be maintained. In view of the fact that a large number of contactors or switches are combined in a control cabinet, there is a need to take active measures for heat dissipation.
Der Einsatz von Elektronik hat noch keine befriedigende Verbesserung gebracht. So bestehen bekannte Elektronik-Lösungen für Elektromagnetanordnungen darin, den Leistungsbedarf durch Impulsbreitenmodulation zu steuern. Diese Technik führt dazu, dass mit Verringerung der Leistung immer schmaler werdende Impulse in der Schaltung erzeugt werden müssen. Mit der Verschmälerung der Impulse treten zunehmend Oberschwingungen auf, die Probleme bei der elektromagnetischen Abschirmung und Verträglichkeit aufwerfen.The use of electronics has not yet brought about a satisfactory improvement. Known electronics solutions for electromagnetic arrangements consist in controlling the power requirement by pulse width modulation. This technology means that as the power is reduced, pulses that are ever narrower must be generated in the circuit. With the narrowing of the impulses, harmonics increasingly arise, which pose problems with electromagnetic shielding and compatibility.
Eine Magnetanordnung mit Schaltungsanordnung zur Erzeugung von Impulsfolgen zur Regelung der Leistung ist beispielsweise in der DE 39 10 810 A1 oder in der DE 19526 038 A1 dargestellt.A magnet arrangement with circuit arrangement for generating pulse sequences for regulating the power is shown, for example, in DE 39 10 810 A1 or in DE 19526 038 A1.
Es ist daher die Aufgabe der Erfindung, eine Elektromagnetanordnung anzugeben, bei der die Verlustleistung im Haltebetrieb möglichst reduziert ist. Die Lösung wird in den Merkmalen des Hauptanspruchs wiedergegeben. Weitergehende Ausgestaltungen sind in den Unteransprüchen zu finden.It is therefore the object of the invention to provide an electromagnet arrangement in which the power loss in the holding mode is reduced as much as possible. The solution is given in the features of the main claim. Further developments can be found in the subclaims.
Die Magnetanordnung geht von folgendem Aufbau aus: ein aus einem, vorzugsweise U-förmigem Magnetjoch und einem Magnetanker gebildeten Hauptmagnetkreis, einem in Wirkverbindung mit dem Magnetanker stehenden Kontaktapparat des Schalters, und einen mit einer Rückstelleinrichtung beaufschlagten, vorzugsweise federbelasteten Magnetanker, mindestens einem im Hauptmagnetkreis angeordneten Permanentmagneten für die Erzeugung der Haltekraft für den Magnetanker und mindestens eine an mindestens einem Polschenkel, also am Magnetjoch angeordnete Erregerwicklung für die Erzeugung der Anzugskraft für den vom Magnetjoch getrennten Magnetanker. Die Elektromagnetanordnung wird elektronisch von einer zugehörigen Schaltungsanordnung angesteuert.The magnet arrangement is based on the following structure: a main magnetic circuit formed from a preferably U-shaped magnet yoke and a magnet armature, a contact apparatus of the switch that is operatively connected to the magnet armature, and a preferably spring-loaded magnet armature that is acted upon by a resetting device, at least one arranged in the main magnet circuit Permanent magnets for generating the holding force for the magnet armature and at least one excitation winding arranged on at least one pole leg, that is to say on the magnet yoke, for generating the attraction force for the magnet armature separated from the magnet yoke. The electromagnet arrangement is controlled electronically by an associated circuit arrangement.
Der Kern der Erfindung besteht darin, dass parallel zum Hauptmagnetkreis ein Nebenschlusskreis ausgebildet ist, welcher ebenfalls über den Magnetanker schließbar ist und der Nebenschlusskreis aus den beiden Polschenkeln und einem zweiten polflächenabgewandt am Magnetjoch angeordneten Jochbogen besteht, der von einem Remanenzluftspalt unterbrochen ist. Weitere vorteilhafte Ausgestaltungen liegen in folgendem:The essence of the invention is that a shunt circuit is formed parallel to the main magnetic circuit, which can also be closed via the magnet armature and the shunt circuit consists of the two pole legs and a second zygomatic arch which is arranged on the magnetic yoke and is interrupted by a remanent air gap. Further advantageous configurations are as follows:
Die Magnetanordnung (das Magnetjoch, der zweite Jochbogen und der Perma- nentmagnet) ist magnetisch so dimensioniert, dass die Halteleistung - für den Zustand Magnetanker angezogen - ohne Bestromung der Erregerwicklung allein vom Permanentmagneten aufgebracht wird.The magnet arrangement (the magnet yoke, the second zygomatic arch and the permanent magnet) is dimensioned magnetically so that the holding power - attracted for the magnet armature state - is applied by the permanent magnet alone without energizing the excitation winding.
Der Permanentmagnet erzeugt einen ersten magnetischen Kraftfluss (MK1 ) durch die Polschenkel und den Magnetanker und einen zweiten Kraftfluss (MK2) durch die zweiten durch den Nebenschlußkreis mit Remanenzflußssspalt. Der Absolutbetrag beider Kraftflüsse ist durch den Ladezustand des Permanentmagneten gegeben. Das Verhältnis der Kraftflüsse ist durch die Dimensionierung des Nebenschlusskreises (einschließlich Remanentluftspalt) und des Abstandes des Magnetankers be- stimmt. Der erste magnetische Kraftfluss (MK1 ) sorgt dafür, dass der Magnetanker fest auf den Polflächen gehalten wird. Diese Ankerhaltekraft wirkt der Federkraft entgegen, welche bei fehlender oder verringerter Magnetkraft die Magnetanordnung öffnet. Hierbei bewegt sich der Magnetanker gegen nicht gezeigte Anschläge. Der Überschuss der Ankerhaltekraft, erzeugt durch den magnetischen Fluss durch den Magnetanker, gegenüber der Federkraft ist ein Mass für die Störempfindlichkeit der Magnetanordnung gegen äußere mechanische Einflüsse. Zum Öffnen der Magnetanordnung soll eine minimale Durchflutung ausreichen (kleinster Strom durch die Erregerspulen je nach Windungszahl), wodurch der erste Magnetfluss soweit geschwächt wird, dass die Federkraft ausreicht, den Magnetanker abzuheben. Mit dem besagten kleinen Erregerstrom wird ein Magnetfluss erzeugt, der dem Magnet- fluss durch den Magnetanker entgegengesetzt ist und der praktisch verlustlos den ersten magnetische Kraftfluss im wesentlichen in den Nebenschlusskreis drängt.The permanent magnet generates a first magnetic force flow (MK1) through the pole legs and the magnet armature and a second force flow (MK2) through the second through the shunt circuit with the remanence flow gap. The absolute amount of both force flows is given by the state of charge of the permanent magnet. The ratio of the force flows is determined by the dimensioning of the shunt circuit (including the remanent air gap) and the distance of the magnet armature. The first magnetic force flow (MK1) ensures that the magnet armature is held firmly on the pole faces. This anchor holding force acts on the spring force counter, which opens the magnet arrangement in the absence or reduced magnetic force. Here, the magnet armature moves against stops, not shown. The excess of the armature holding force, generated by the magnetic flux through the magnet armature, compared to the spring force is a measure of the sensitivity of the magnet arrangement to external mechanical influences. A minimal flooding should be sufficient to open the magnet arrangement (smallest current through the excitation coils depending on the number of turns), whereby the first magnetic flux is weakened to such an extent that the spring force is sufficient to lift the magnet armature. With the said small excitation current, a magnetic flux is generated which is opposite to the magnetic flux through the magnet armature and which practically forces the first magnetic flux into the shunt circuit with virtually no loss.
Zum Schließen der Magnetanordnung wird ein durchaus großer Erregerstrom eingesetzt, der bei dem Maximalhub des Magnetankers ausreicht, die Federkraft zu überwinden. Mit zunehmender Annäherung des Magnetankers an die Polflächen verschieben sich die Magnetflüsse zwischen Haupt- und Nebenflusskreis bei gleichbleibender magnetischer Energie.A quite large excitation current is used to close the magnet arrangement, which is sufficient to overcome the spring force at the maximum stroke of the magnet armature. As the magnet armature approaches the pole faces, the magnetic fluxes between the main and the secondary flux circuit shift while the magnetic energy remains the same.
Das Magnetjoch ist U-förmig ausgebildet und besteht aus zwei L-förmigen Hälften mit einem längeren Polschenkel und einem kürzeren Querschenkel, wobei je ein Polschenkel den Kontaktflächen des Magnetankers zugewandt ist.The magnet yoke is U-shaped and consists of two L-shaped halves with a longer pole leg and a shorter cross leg, with one pole leg facing the contact surfaces of the magnet armature.
Der Permanentmagnet ist mittig zwischen den Querschenkeln eingeklemmt, wobei keine Verschweißung vorgenommen ist. Der zweite Jochbogen ist parallel zu den Querschenkeln angeordnet.The permanent magnet is clamped in the middle between the transverse legs, with no welding being carried out. The second zygomatic arch is arranged parallel to the transverse legs.
Der Remanenzluftspalt, dessen Breite in der Größenordnung von 0,3 mm liegt, kann luftgefüllt oder mit einem unmagnetischen Material gefüllt sein.The residual air gap, the width of which is of the order of 0.3 mm, can be filled with air or filled with a non-magnetic material.
Die Erregerwicklung der Magnetanordnung ist mit einem Energiespeicher verschaltet, dessen Energieinhalt ausreicht, den Magnetanker aus dem Haltezustand zu lösen. Der Energiespeicher kann ein Speicherkondensator oder eine Induktivität sein.The excitation winding of the magnet arrangement is connected to an energy store, the energy content of which is sufficient to release the magnet armature from the holding state. The energy store can be a storage capacitor or an inductor.
Vorzugsweise wird der Schaltungsanordnung eine Überwachungseinheit zur Kontrolle des Spannungszustandes des Energiespeichers zugeordnet, so dass die An- Ordnung entweder auf eine andere Energiequelle umgeschaltet oder ein Fehlersignal gemeldet werden kann.A monitoring unit for checking the voltage state of the energy store is preferably assigned to the circuit arrangement, so that the connections Order can either be switched to another energy source or an error signal can be reported.
Der Vorteil der Erfindung liegt darin, dass eine Schaltungsanordnung (vorzugsweise mit Pulsbreitenmodulation) zur Ansteuerung der Erregerwicklung und zur Lieferung der elektrischen Energie für die Erregerwicklung praktisch im 'Stand-by-Betrieb' betrieben werden kann.The advantage of the invention is that a circuit arrangement (preferably with pulse-width modulation) for controlling the excitation winding and for supplying the electrical energy for the excitation winding can be operated practically in 'stand-by mode'.
Die EMV-Maßnahmen können reduziert werden, da im Haltezustand nur die elektri- sehe Energie für die Leerlaufleistung der Schaltung bereitgestellt werden muss. Bei vergleichbaren Magnetanordnungen wird im Haltezustand getaktet, wodurch Störfelder nicht vermeidbar sind. Die Ausschaltleistung ist minimal. Die Halteleistung ist gering und entspricht der Stand-by-Leistung der Ansteuerelektronik. Die Auslegung der Elektronik wird nur vom Eigenverbrauch bestimmt. Der Magnetkreis ist energe- tisch gesehen nur für die Situation .Magnetanker-Schließen' ausgelegt. Vorzugsweise soll die Ausschaltenergie in der Phase des Anzugsvorgangs gesichert werden, beispielsweise durch Aufladen eines Kondensators während des Anzugsvorgangs.The EMC measures can be reduced since only the electrical energy for the idle power of the circuit has to be provided in the holding state. In the case of comparable magnet arrangements, clocking is carried out in the holding state, as a result of which interference fields cannot be avoided. The breaking capacity is minimal. The holding power is low and corresponds to the standby power of the control electronics. The design of the electronics is only determined by self-consumption. In terms of energy, the magnetic circuit is only designed for the situation of "closing the magnet armature". The switch-off energy should preferably be secured in the phase of the tightening process, for example by charging a capacitor during the tightening process.
Der Permanentmagnet besteht- wie in vergleichbaren Anordnungen üblich - aus magnetisch hartem Material, beispielsweise aus AINiCo, wobei auch Seltenerd- Verbindungen möglich sind.As is customary in comparable arrangements, the permanent magnet consists of magnetically hard material, for example of AINiCo, and rare earth connections are also possible.
Der Vorteil der Magnetanordnung liegt insbesondere darin, dass ein geringer Raumbedarf für die Erregerspule notwendig ist, womit ein kompakter Aufbau erreichbar ist.The advantage of the magnet arrangement is, in particular, that a small space is required for the excitation coil, which means that a compact structure can be achieved.
Die Erfindung kann auch überall dort eingesetzt werden, wo die Bewegung des Magnetankers in Form eines Linearantriebs umgesetzt werden kann.The invention can also be used wherever the movement of the magnet armature can be implemented in the form of a linear drive.
Weitere Einzelheiten und Vorteile der Erfindung ergeben sich aus dem folgenden, anhand von Figuren erläuterten Ausführungsbeispiel. Es zeigenFurther details and advantages of the invention result from the following exemplary embodiment explained with reference to figures. Show it
Figur 1 : die Magnetanordnung mit angezogenem Magnetanker, Figur 2: die Magnetanordnung mit abgehobenem Magnetanker und Figur 3: die Magnetanordnung als Zusammenbauzeichnung. Das Magnetjoch 10 hat U-Form und besteht aus zwei - in Bezug auf die senkrechte Symmetrieachse SA - symmetrischen Hälften (in L-Form) mit längeren Polschenkeln 11 und kurzen Querschenkeln 12. Die Querschenkel sind gegeneinander hin angeordnet. Zwischen den Querschenkeln wird ein Permanentmagnet 20 gehaltert. Hier- zu sind die Enden der Querschenkel mit Nasen 19 ausgebildet, zwischen denen der Permanentmagnet beim Zusammenbau eingeklemmt ist. Entgegen vergleichbaren Magnetaufbauten, in denen aufwendige Laserschweißverbindungen vorgenommen werden, handelt es sich hier um einen elegant einfachen Aufbau. Die Figur 3 zeigt die Zusammenbauzeichnung, aus der erkennbar ist, dass die Magnetanordnung aus Blechpaketen besteht und über Deckbleche 80 vernietet sind, woraus sich der mechanische Zusammenhalt ergibt.1: the magnet arrangement with the magnet armature tightened, FIG. 2: the magnet arrangement with the magnet armature lifted off, and FIG. 3: the magnet arrangement as an assembly drawing. The magnetic yoke 10 has a U-shape and consists of two - in relation to the vertical axis of symmetry SA - symmetrical halves (in L-shape) with longer pole legs 11 and short cross legs 12. The cross legs are arranged towards each other. A permanent magnet 20 is held between the transverse legs. For this purpose, the ends of the cross legs are formed with lugs 19, between which the permanent magnet is clamped during assembly. Contrary to comparable magnetic assemblies, in which complex laser welding connections are made, this is an elegantly simple assembly. FIG. 3 shows the assembly drawing, from which it can be seen that the magnet arrangement consists of laminated cores and is riveted via cover plates 80, which results in the mechanical cohesion.
Die freien Enden der Polschenkel 11 bilden eine Ebene als Polflächen zum Magnetanker 60. Der Magnetanker 60 besteht aus einem plattenförmigen Körper mit seit- lieh angesetzten Fortsätzen 61. Am Magnetanker, der vorzugsweise linear beweglich sein soll, wird eine Rückstellkraft durch mindestens eine (nicht dargestellte) Feder (36) erzeugt. Der Magnetanker hat einen Luftspalt oder Hub 18. Eine Wirkverbindung des Magnetankers mit einem Kontaktapparat des Schalters oder Schützes ist vorhanden, jedoch nicht dargestellt.The free ends of the pole limbs 11 form a plane as pole faces to the magnet armature 60. The magnet armature 60 consists of a plate-shaped body with extensions 61 attached at the side. A restoring force is provided on the magnet armature, which should preferably be linearly movable, by at least one (not shown) ) Spring (36) generated. The magnet armature has an air gap or stroke 18. There is an operative connection of the magnet armature with a contact apparatus of the switch or contactor, but it is not shown.
Das Magnetjoch ist in üblicher Form als Blechpaket ausgebildet. Seitlich, den Querschenkeln 12 gegenüberliegend, sind Befestigungsschenkel 41 mit je einer Bohrung angeordnet, an denen die Magnetanordnung in einem Gehäuse befestigt werden kann.The magnetic yoke is designed in the usual form as a laminated core. Laterally, opposite the transverse legs 12, fastening legs 41 are arranged, each with a bore, to which the magnet arrangement can be fastened in a housing.
Dem ersten Magnetflusskreis MK1 ist ein magnetischer Nebenschlusskreis MK2 zugeordnet, dieser ist am Magnetjoch (11,12) polflächenabgewandt vorhanden. Der Nebenschlusskreis wird durch zwei, zu den kurzen Querschenkeln 12 parallel liegende zweite Jochbogenschenkel 24 (Parallelschenkel) gebildet. Querschenkel und Jochbogenschenkel sind durch eine Nut voneinander abgesetzt, ansonsten jedoch sind sie körperlicher Bestandteil des Magnetjochs.The first magnetic flux circuit MK1 is assigned a magnetic shunt circuit MK2, which is present on the magnetic yoke (11, 12) facing away from the pole face. The shunt circuit is formed by two second zygomatic arches 24 (parallel limbs) lying parallel to the short transverse limbs 12. Cross leg and zygomatic arch leg are separated from each other by a groove, but otherwise they are a physical part of the magnetic yoke.
Die Polschenkel 11 werden jeweils von Spulenkörpern mit Erregerwicklungen 30, 32 umfasst. Der von den Erregerwicklungen 30, 32 erzeugbare Magnetfluss überlagert sich im Luftspalt mit dem Magnetfluss des Permanentmagneten 20. Während des Anzugsvorgangs subtrahieren sich im Nebenschlusskreis die beiden Magnetflüsse. Die Jochbogenschenkel 24 haben jeweils geringeren Querschnitt im Vergleich zu den ersten Querschenkeln 12 und dem MagnetankerThe pole legs 11 are each surrounded by coil formers with excitation windings 30, 32. The magnetic flux that can be generated by the excitation windings 30, 32 is superimposed in the air gap with the magnetic flux of the permanent magnet 20. During the tightening process, the two magnetic fluxes subtract in the shunt circuit. The zygomatic arches 24 each have a smaller cross-section compared to the first transverse limbs 12 and the magnet armature
Funktionsbedingt ist jedoch während des Anzugsvorgangs die höchste magnetischeFunctionally, however, is the highest magnetic during the tightening process
Flussdichte im Magnetanker.Flux density in the magnet armature.
Die Jochbogenschenkel sind durch einen Remanenzluftspalt 25 getrennt. Die Weite des Remanenzluftspaltes beträgt ca. 0,3 mm. Mit den Querschnitten der Jochbo- genschenkel und der Weite des Remanenzluftspalts sind die Verhältnisse der Magnetflüsse MK1 und MK2 zueinander definiert.The zygomatic arches are separated by a remanent air gap 25. The width of the residual air gap is approx. 0.3 mm. The ratios of the magnetic fluxes MK1 and MK2 to one another are defined by the cross sections of the zygomatic arches and the width of the residual air gap.
Der Permanentmagnet erzeugt aufgrund seiner magnetischen Energie einen Magnetfluss, der sich in die beiden Magnetflusskreise MK1 und MK2 aufteilt. Die Ausbil- düng der Magnetanordnung, insbesondere die Stärke des Permanentmagneten ist so gewählt, dass im Haltezustand (Magnetanker angezogen, ohne Beaufschlagung der elektrischen Erregung durch die Spulen 30,32) der Magnetanker am Magnetjoch für alle Betriebsbedingungen sicher gehalten wird.Due to its magnetic energy, the permanent magnet generates a magnetic flux that is divided into the two magnetic flux circuits MK1 and MK2. The design of the magnet arrangement, in particular the strength of the permanent magnet, is selected such that the magnet armature on the magnet yoke is held securely for all operating conditions in the holding state (magnet armature attracted, without the electrical excitation being acted upon by the coils 30, 32).
Durch diese magnetische Dimensionierung wird erreicht, dass in der Haltelage keine magnetische Energie von den Erregungsspulen geliefert werden muss; die Haltekraft für den Magnetanker wird allein vom Permanentmagneten aufgebracht. Damit wird vorzugsweise erreicht, dass sich die elektrische Leistung einer zugehörigen Elektronikschaltung minimieren lässt, da im wesentlichen nur die Bereitstellung der Auslöseenergie sichergestellt werden muss. Die geringe Auslöseenergie kann beispielsweise hinreichend über einen passend bemessenen Speicherkondensator oder eine Induktivität bereitgestellt werden, deren Energieinhalt ebenfalls von der Elektronikschaltung überwacht werden kann.This magnetic dimensioning means that no magnetic energy has to be supplied by the excitation coils in the holding position; the holding force for the magnet armature is applied only by the permanent magnet. This preferably ensures that the electrical power of an associated electronic circuit can be minimized, since essentially only the provision of the release energy has to be ensured. The low tripping energy can, for example, be provided sufficiently via a suitably dimensioned storage capacitor or an inductor, the energy content of which can also be monitored by the electronic circuit.
Um den Magnetanker aus der Haltelage in die Offenstellung (die beispielsweise die AUS-Stellung eines Schalters bedeutet) zu bewegen, bedarf es denn auch nur einer kleinen Energie. Diese wird von der Ansteuerelektronik zu den Erregerwicklungen 30, 32 geliefert, deren Magnetfluss den Fluss durch die Polflächen definiert soweit schwächen, dass die Haltekraft überwunden wird. Der Flussverlauf ändert sich entsprechend und der Hauptteil der magnetischen Energie wird in den Nebenschlusskreis (Jochbogenschenkel 24; Remanenzluftspalt 25) gezwungen. Zum Abschalten kann ein Speicherkondensator eingesetzt werden, da hierzu eine Leistung von max. 1 Watt ausreicht. Ein solcher Kondensator hat keine nennenswerte Verlustleistung, so dass in der elektrischen Ansteuer-Schal- tungsanordnung im Haltezustand allein eine Leerlaufleistung in der Größenordnung von deutlich unter 1 Watt bereitgestellt werden muss.To move the magnet armature from the holding position to the open position (which means, for example, the OFF position of a switch), only a small amount of energy is required. This is supplied by the control electronics to the excitation windings 30, 32, the magnetic flux of which weakens the flow through the pole faces to such an extent that the holding force is overcome. The flow course changes accordingly and the main part of the magnetic energy is forced into the shunt circuit (zygomatic arches 24; remanent air gap 25). A storage capacitor can be used to switch off, as this requires a max. 1 watt is sufficient. Such a capacitor has no appreciable power loss, so that in the electrical control circuit arrangement in the holding state alone an idle power of the order of well below 1 watt must be provided.
Der Antrieb der Magnetanordnung (Schließen des Magnetankers; Antriebserregung) wird durch einen kräftigen Spulenstrom (beispielsweise für 100 msec mit einer Leistung von 100 Watt) erzeugt, der einen Magnetfluss erzeugt, der dem des Permanentmagneten in den Polschenkeln entgegengesetzt ist und auch die Federkraft am Magnetanker überwindet. Mit zunehmender Annäherung des Magnetankers an die Polflächen verdichtet sich das Magnetfeld im Magnetkreis MK1. Der magnetische Nebenschlusskreis MK2 enthält nur noch geringe magnetische Energie.The drive of the magnet arrangement (closing the magnet armature; drive excitation) is generated by a strong coil current (for example for 100 msec with a power of 100 watts), which generates a magnetic flux that is opposite to that of the permanent magnet in the pole legs and also the spring force on the magnet armature overcomes. As the magnet armature approaches the pole faces, the magnetic field in the MK1 magnetic circuit becomes denser. The magnetic shunt circuit MK2 contains only low magnetic energy.
Nach Kontakt des Magnetankers mit den Polflächen (Schließen) kann der Erregerstrom abgeschaltet werden, da - wie dargestellt - die Haltekraft statisch geleistet wird. After contact of the magnet armature with the pole faces (closing), the excitation current can be switched off, since - as shown - the holding force is provided statically.

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1. Elektromagnetanordnung für einen Schalter, insbesondere für ein Schaltschütz, umfassend • einen aus einem Magnetjoch (10) und einem mit einer Rückstelleinrichtung (36) beaufschlagten Magnetanker (60) gebildeten Hauptmagnetkreis (MK1),1. Electromagnet arrangement for a switch, in particular for a contactor, comprising • a main magnetic circuit (MK1) formed from a magnet yoke (10) and a magnet armature (60) acted upon by a resetting device (36),
• einem in Wirkverbindung mit dem Magnetanker (60) stehenden Kontaktapparat des Schalters,A contact device of the switch that is operatively connected to the magnet armature (60),
• mindestens einem im Hauptmagnetkreis (MK1 ) angeordneten Permanent- magneten (20) für die Erzeugung der Haltekraft für den Magnetanker (60),At least one permanent magnet (20) arranged in the main magnetic circuit (MK1) for generating the holding force for the magnet armature (60),
• mindestens eine dem Magnetjoch (10) zugeordnete Erregerwicklung (30,32) für die Erzeugung der Anzugskraft für den vom Magnetjoch (10) getrennten Magnetanker (60), und• at least one excitation winding (30, 32) assigned to the magnet yoke (10) for generating the attraction force for the magnet armature (60) separated from the magnet yoke (10), and
• eine Schaltungsanordnung zur elektronischen Ansteuerung der Elektromagnet- anordnung, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass parallel zum Hauptmagnetkreis (MK1 ) ein Nebenschlusskreis (MK2) ausgebildet ist, welcher ebenfalls über den Magnetanker (60) schließbar ist und aus den beiden Polschenkeln (11) und einem polflächenabgewandt am Magnetjoch (10) angeordneten Jochbogen (24) besteht, der von einem Remanenzluftspalt (25) unter- brochen ist.• A circuit arrangement for electronic control of the electromagnet arrangement, characterized in that a shunt circuit (MK2) is formed parallel to the main magnetic circuit (MK1), which can also be closed via the magnet armature (60) and faces away from the two pole legs (11) and one pole face on the magnetic yoke (10) there is a zygomatic arch (24) which is interrupted by a remanent air gap (25).
2. Elektromagnetanordnung nach Anspruch 1 , dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Magnetanordnung magnetisch so dimensioniert ist, dass die Halteleistung - für Magnetanker (60) angezogen - ohne Bestromung der Erregerwicklung (30, 32) vom Permanentmagneten (20) sicher aufgebracht wird.2. Electromagnet arrangement according to claim 1, characterized in that the magnet arrangement is magnetically dimensioned so that the holding power - attracted for magnet armatures (60) - is applied without energization of the excitation winding (30, 32) by the permanent magnet (20).
3. Elektromagnetanordnung nach Anspruch 1 oder 2, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Magnetanordnung magnetisch so dimensioniert ist, dass zum Öffnen der Magnetanordnung eine minimale Durchflutung ausreicht, um die magnetische Ener- gie des Permanentmagneten (20) in den Nebenschlusskreis (MK2) zu drängen.3. Electromagnet arrangement according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the magnet arrangement is magnetically dimensioned such that a minimal flow is sufficient to open the magnet arrangement in order to force the magnetic energy of the permanent magnet (20) into the shunt circuit (MK2).
4. Magnetanordnung nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass das Magnetjoch (10) U-förmig ausgebildet ist und aus zwei L- förmigen Hälften mit einem längeren Polschenkel (11) und einem kürzeren Quer- schenkel (12) besteht, wobei je ein Polschenkel (11) den Kontaktflächen des Magnetankers (60) zugewandt ist.4. Magnet arrangement according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the magnetic yoke (10) is U-shaped and consists of two L-shaped halves with a longer pole leg (11) and a shorter transverse leg (12), with one pole leg (11) facing the contact surfaces of the magnet armature (60).
5. Magnetanordnung nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch ge- kennzeichnet, dass der Permanentmagnet (20) mittig zwischen den Querschenkeln (12) angeordnet ist.5. Magnet arrangement according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the permanent magnet (20) is arranged centrally between the transverse legs (12).
6. Magnetanordnung nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass der zweite Jochbogen (24) parallel zu den Querschenkeln (12) angeordnet ist.6. Magnet arrangement according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the second zygomatic arch (24) is arranged parallel to the transverse legs (12).
7. Magnetanordnung nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Magnetanordnung als Magnetblechsystem aufgebaut ist.7. Magnet arrangement according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the magnet arrangement is constructed as a magnetic sheet system.
8. Magnetanordnung nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass der Remanenzluftspalt (25) mit einem unmagnetischen Material gefüllt ist.8. Magnet arrangement according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the remanent air gap (25) is filled with a non-magnetic material.
9. Magnetanordnung nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch ge- kennzeichnet, dass der Permanentmagnet (20) zwischen den Querschenkeln (12) eingeklemmt ist.9. Magnet arrangement according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the permanent magnet (20) is clamped between the transverse legs (12).
10. Magnetanordnung nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Erregerwicklung (30,32) der Magnetanordnung mit einem Energiespeicher verschaltet ist, dessen Energieinhalt ausreicht, den Magnetanker (60) aus dem Haltezustand zu lösen.10. Magnet arrangement according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the excitation winding (30, 32) of the magnet arrangement is connected to an energy store, the energy content of which is sufficient to release the magnet armature (60) from the holding state.
11. Magnetanordnung nach Anspruch 10, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass der Energiespeicher ein Speicherkondensator oder eine Induktivität ist. 11. Magnet arrangement according to claim 10, characterized in that the energy store is a storage capacitor or an inductor.
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