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Technical FAQs

What is the difference between Type 1 & Type 2 coordination?


Issue:
What is the difference between Type 1 & Type 2 coordination?

Product Line:
Starters and Contactors

Environment:
Definition

Cause:
Clarifying

Resolution:
Type I - Under short circuit conditions, the contactor or starter shall cause no danger to persons or installation and may not be
suitable for further service without repair and replacement parts.

Type II - Under short circuit conditions, the contactor or starter shall cause no danger to persons or installation and shall be
suitable for further use. The risk of contact welding is recognized, in which case the manufacturer shall indicate the measures to be
taken in regards to equipment maintenance.

For additional information on Understanding Type 2 Coordination please refer to Link below.

http://static.schneider-electric.us/docs/Motor%20Control/0140PD9202A.pdf (http://static.schneider-
electric.us/docs/Motor%20Control/0140PD9202A.pdf)

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