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TM Series

Rotary Roto Phase Converter Transmitter

The TM Series Roto-Phase converter is engineered to operate 3-phase radio and television equipment from a single-phase power supply. If the availability of three-phase power does not exist or it is not economically feasible, then the TM Series Roto-Phase could be the solution to your problem. Models are available in 208 Volt or 230 Volt and also 460 Volt. TM Series Roto-Phase converters are manufactured to handle transmitter equipment from 1 KW to 5OKW. *Roto-Phase converters are available for larger transmitter systems. Please consult factory.

STANDARD FEATURES

  • Balanced voltage tolerance within 5% under all loading conditions
  • Designed for 24 hour continuous operation
  • Built in surge protection to prevent damage from lightning strikes or power surges in utility lines
  • 5 YEAR WARRANTY
SPECIFICATIONS: Approx.
Ship Wt.
Models A B C E F G H J K L M O P CC DD OO TT SA
TM1 8.50 6.50 10.50 3.75 2.812 1.87 .437 X X X X 8.25 7.75 3.875 6.25 12 X 4.50 65
TM2 8.50 6.50 12.00 3.75 2.750 1.87 .437 X X X X 8.25 7.75 3.875 6.25 12.00 X 4.50 150
TM3 9.50 8.00 13.75 4.25 3.500 1.87 .406 X X X X 10.06 9.56 4.780 8.00 15.56 2.375 4.50 150
TM5 11.24 10.07 16.25 5.00 4.120 .60 .562 X X 9.40 6.56 12.53 12.56 6.280 8.00 20.56 3.000 4.50 210
TM7 11.24 11.57 17.50 5.00 5.000 .60 .562 X X 10.15 7.31 12.53 12.56 6.280 8.00 20.56 3.000 4.50 235
TM10 12.58 12.94 32.50 6.50 5.500 .25 .531 3.44 3.00 9.84 9.84 14.64 13.75 6.875 8.00 21.75 1.930 4.50 360
TM15 14.56 13.44 32.50 6.25 6.000 .34 .656 4.38 3.38 10.28 10.28 16.64 15.75 7.280 8.00 23.75 1.930 4.50 520
TM20 14.56 14.94 32.50 6.25 6.000 .34 .656 4.38 3.38 11.03 11.03 16.64 15.75 7.280 8.00 23.75 1.930 4.50 824
TM25 *@ 16.19 14.12 32.50 7.00 5.620 .34 .656 4.88 3.81 11.16 11.16 18.44 17.31 8.095 8.00 25.31 3.140 4.50 1000
TM30 *@ 14.56 14.94 32.50 6.25 6.000 .34 .656 4.38 3.38 11.03 11.03 16.64 15.75 7.280 8.00 23.75 1.930 4.50 1040
TM40 *@ 16.19 14.12 32.50 7.00 5.620 .34 .656 4.88 3.81 11.16 11.16 18.44 17.31 8.095 8.00 25.31 3.140 4.50 1650
TM50 *@ 14.56 14.94 32.50 6.25 6.000 .34 .656 4.38 3.38 11.03 11.03 16.64 15.75 7.280 8.00 23.75 1.930 4.50 1560

@ Indicates units in electrical parallel.
*NOTE* Single piece systems are available. Consult Factory.
Dimensions given are not certified.
Case size and shipping weights are subject to change without notice.
ARCO Electric reserves the right to make product changes without prior notice.


Input Chart: Wire Size Based on 50 Foot Distance Using Copper Wire
MODEL: 230 Volt
Roto-Phase
Wire Size
T1-T2-T3		 260 Volt
Roto-Phase
Wire Size
T1-T2-T3		 230 Volt
Roto-Phase
Fuse Size
 460 Volt
Roto-Phase
Fuse Size
 230 Volt
Over Current
Protection		 460 Volt
Over Current
Protection		 230 Volt
Magnetic
Starter		 460 Volt
Magnetic
Starter
TM1 12 12 10 5 10 5 0 0
TM2 12 12 15 8 15 8 0 0
TM3 8 12 30 15 30 15 1 0
TM5 6 10 45 22.5 45 22.5 2 1
TM7 6 10 45 22.5 45 22.5 2 1
TM10 4 8 60 30 60 30 3 2
TM15 3 6 80 40 80 40 3 2
TM20 1/0 4 125 60 125 60 4 2
TM25 3 @ 6 @ 80 @ 40 @ 80 @ 40 @ 3 @ 2 @
TM30 2 @ 6 @ 100 @ 50 @ 100 @ 50 @ 3 @ 2 @
TM40 1/0 @ 4 @ 125 @ 60 @ 125 @ 60 @ 4 @ 2 @
TM50 2 @ 6 @ 100 @ 50 @ 100 @ 50 @ 3 @ 2 @

* Fuses should be "Time-lag" or dual element, in order to handle inrush currents.
** A magnetic starter may be used with a safety switch for Roto-Phase.
@ Indicates units in electrical parallel.
*NOTE* Single piece systems are available. Consult Factory.

Sizing for TM Series
To select the correct sizing, the following information is needed:
  • KW Size of transmitter
  • Type of system used for broadcasting (AM-FM or TV)
  • Voltage
  • Elevation where system will be installed

    • Contact ARCO

    Home Office:
    2325 E. Michigan Road
    Shelbyville, IN 46176-3400
    Toll Free: 800-428-4370
    Direct: 317-398-9713
    Fax: 317-398-2655
    Location Manager:
    E-Mail: Hal Pike
    Sales Manager:
    E-Mail: Tim Drake
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