ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING DEPT

ENG307 LAB REPORT

GROUP TWO
AUTOMATIC CHANGEOVER SWITCH USING NE555 TIMER

GROUP MEMBERS

TADE SHOLA SHEGUN ENG19A00006Y

SAMUELLA TWUMWAA BOADU ENG21B00177Y
ADAMS FESTUS ABDUL ENG19B00193Y
 INTRODUCTION

The automatic changeover

eliminates the need for manual or
human intervention by sensing the
main supply and switching to an
available source.
 THEORY

The automatic changeover switch can also to referred to as a transfer switch.

An Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) is often installed where a backup generator is located,

so that the generator may provide temporary electrical power if the utility source fails.
 As well as transferring the load to the backup generator, an ATS may also command the
backup generator to start, based on the voltage monitored on the primary supply. The
transfer switch isolates the backup generator from the electric utility when the generator is
on and providing temporary power
 CONSTRUCTION

 We first simulated the circuit before commencing its construction.

 We made all connections as connected on the simulated circuit as shown below
 PRECAUTIONS

 The AC source was the last thing to be connected after construction due to its high voltage.

 The soldering iron was carefully handled by holding its plastic part in order to prevent

injury during soldering.

 We ensured that no connecting wire was touched once the AC source was connected.

 Shoes and clothes were worn throughout the construction and testing to prevent electric

shock.

 The transformer was carefully connected to prevent it from exploding or getting destroyed.
 OBSERVATION

 Afterconnecting the circuit to a main power source

and also an alternate power source we can see that,
once the power from the main source is out the
load still continues to function after a very short
amount of time. Indicating a change in the power
source from the main to the alternative and vice
versa once there is power from the main source
once again
 CONCLUSION

 The automatic changeover has been designed and

constructed. The circuit worked satisfactorily when
tested with optimal switching speed and minimal
delay times. The circuit is reliable and fast. Its
performance is predictable, and it is relatively
easier to operate compared to the ordinary
(manual) changeover switch.