Switch - Specifications Tab

Figure 1: Specifications Tab

Option Descriptions
Option Description

Mfr

Provides a list of manufacturers available in the device library. If the desired manufacturer is not listed in the device library, you can add it to the library.

If the desired manufacturer is missing from the list, select Other.

Type

Equipment types available from the selected manufacturer. If the desired type is not listed, you can add it to the library.

If the desired manufacturer is missing from the list, select Other.

Style

Switch styles available from the manufacturer chosen in the Mfr field above in the type specified. After you choose a manufacturer and type, the styles available in the yellow column of the corresponding device library page are displayed here.

Standard

Displays the standard used for short circuit calculation based on the selected type of switch.

Continuous Current

Continuous current of the switch. This value is for reference only and does not affect analysis.

Assumed Opening Time

The estimated time it takes to open the circuit.

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