Control Circuit Pracbox for assessing motor control subject in Electrotechnology

A practical equipment with most of the components needed in Control Circuits

Problems when assessing and training Control Circuit theory

Inflexible setup

The control circuit subjects like UEENEEG109A or UEEEL0005 require a huge variety of components, which may require a fixed installation. This makes the training environment inflexible

Missing components

Most of the learners and trainers time goes in looking for the right components for the practical assessment or exercise. The result usually isn't just wasted time but also lost interest

Most components that you’ll need are in one place so you won’t need to look for them each time you do a prac

Control Circuit pracbox helps you

Make your pracs flexible

Since the Control circuit pracbox is portable, you can use it anywhere you have the required power access. This encourages flexibility in the learning environment.

Increase productivity and learner engagement

The Control Circuit Pracbox has about 70% of the components needed in the motor control subjects so you know that most of the required components are in one place. This saves you a lot of time, increases your productivity and learner engagement

SPECIFICATION

Parameter	Value	Purpose & Benefit
Subjects can you use the Control Circuit Pracbox in	UEENEEG109A UEEEL0005	The equipment is designed for the Units of competency to make it easier for you to maintain compliance
Contactor setup	3 x 24V AC contactors with TOL and 2NO+2NC auxiliary contacts	Most motor control circuits in this UoC can be covered with this contactor setup
Timers	2 x Multifunction timers	A wide variety of timer functions can give your learners the experience that they need.
Control devices	3 x Pushbutton 1NO+1NC 1 x Switch 1NO+1NC 1 x E-stop 1NO+1NC	You have the flexibility of using various types of control devices
Sensing devices	Inductive sensor IR Fork sensor 2 x Limit switches	Assess your learners with realistic sensing devices
Programmable relay	Zelio smart relay with 8 discrete inputs, 4 analog inputs and 4 relay outputs	Train your learners in programmable relays with this versatile module that comes with free programming and simulation software
Indicators	4 x Pilot lamps	Easily display the operation of circuits while or before connecting to real loads
Load	3 phase extra low voltage induction motor	Practice with a real load when conducting pracs
Product Size and Weight	Approx. 500mm x 380mm x 170mm Approx 12kg	A portable device that you can take to any classroom or workshop to train or assess your learners

What Our Customers Say

The time factor, it's massive. I literally don't have to look for anything. The parts are there, they're all in a box, they basically just grab it and do it. Yeah, it's massive time-saving, huge.

Gary WattieElectrotechnology Trainer at Wodonga TAFE, teaching at Department of Defence

This is a lot more professional, and it was a bit embarrassing before that, but now we've got these boxes.

Paul Kelly Electrotechnology Trainer at Wodonga TAFE, teaching at Department of Defence

If I was to talk to a colleague who didn't have them, I'd say it's a no brainer. Without having it, they're not giving their students the best opportunity, possibly, in my belief.

Patrick Jones Electrotechnology Trainer at ONTTC

What we have found that the pracbox has really increased the apprentice engagement, they start working through each prac and actually understand what it means and how it applies to theory and how it applies to a broader electrical area

Michael CullenFormer Head of Department Electrotechnology and Engineering, Holmeslgen

The pracbox was easy to use and portable. Taking it around the tables in the classroom was no issue. It was great using them, I was happy to come to school to do prac.

Eliya MackleElectrical Apprentice

I felt organised; I felt that it was all laid out for me. It [Pracbox] was easy to set up, it was easy to pack away, and it wasn't a chore. It increased my organisation 100%

Jo O'MahoneyElectrical Trainer, Go TAFE

It was really easy to use and all was laid out very nicely. It felt like a professional, mainstream thing that all schools use.

Matt JakonElectrical Apprentice

Our clients

FAQ

Why would someone not want to do business with us?

Does the Control Circuit pracbox need an external power supply to do the assessments?

Yes and No. Yes because the pracbox only have DC power onboard for the components that require it. All AC power, including single and three phase will have to supplied from an external power supply

Which components require DC power and which ones require AC?

Programmable relay, inductive sensor and Fork sensor require DC power, which can be supplied from the onboard 24V power supply. Contactors and timers require 24V AC single-phase and the 3 phase ELV motor requires 3 phase ELV, both of which will have to be supplied from an external source. The remaining components will work on either AC or DC, depending on your circuit requirements.

What components are missing from the Control Circuit pracbox that may be required to completely assess the learners?

In the interest of space, the Variable Speed drive and braking are the major parts of the Unit of competency that are not covered by the Control Circuit Pracbox.

What is the name of the software required for the programmable relay?

Zeliosoft, which can be downloaded for free from the manufacturer’s website

Isn't it dangerous to have a motor in the pracbox?

In certain situations, it can be dangerous but we have ensured that the torque is quite low; you could easily stop it with your hand. However, lose hair and clothing or if someone jams their fingers in the shaft can create dangerous situations.