Project Introduction
Solution Delivered
AISAKI implemented its ASKM3L Intelligent Molded Case Circuit Breaker (MCCB) in a large-scale iron ore mining operation in Western Australia, providing robust circuit protection for critical mineral processing equipment.
Project: ASKM3L MCCBs for Pilbara Iron Ore Processing Plant
Project Overview Location: Pilbara Region, Western Australia (World’s largest iron ore production area) Application: Power Distribution Protection for Crushing & Screening Plants AISAKI’s Scope:
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Key Technical Specifications:
Rated Current: 630A
Ultimate Breaking Capacity: 100kA at 415V
Protection Features: LSIG + Zone-Selective Interlocking
Environmental Rating: IP66 (Dust Tight/Water Jet Proof)
Operating Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
Challenges Overcome
Extreme Heat & Dust – Special heat-dissipating design for 50°C+ ambient temperatures
High Fault Currents – 100kA breaking capacity for mining grid faults
Corrosive Atmosphere – Stainless steel hardware resisted salty coastal air
Customer Benefits
1. Enhanced Equipment Protection
Zone-selective interlocking minimized outage areas
Vibration-resistant contacts withstood conveyor impacts
Transparent arc chutes enabled visual inspection
2. Operational Excellence
50% faster fault clearing vs previous breakers
Energy monitoring reduced power costs by 12%
Hot-swappable modules enabled <10-minute maintenance
3. Smart Mining Integration
Real-time load data fed to digital twin system
Predictive maintenance alerts via PLC interface
Ready for future battery hybrid systems