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Rain Mains Controller 1 Phase 2 Pump Vasco Matelec
Matelec Rain Mains Controller features 1 phase Vasco operation and twin pump control. Ideal for automatic pump control and water supply management.
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Alternatively Known As: Matelec FPC-12742, Dual Pump Rain/Mains VSD Controller, Vasco-Compatible Rainwater Controller
Technical Specifications
- Product Code: FPC-12742
- Pump Configuration: Dual pump
- Supply Voltage: 1 phase, 230 Vac
- Controller Type: Rain/mains changeover controller for motor-mounted VSDs
- Enclosure: Powder-coated mild steel with inner door and removable gland plate
- Ingress Protection: IP56
- Level Input: 12 Vdc float switch input
- VSD Fault Inputs: 2 digital 12 Vdc inputs
- VSD Enable Outputs: 2 volt-free outputs
- Solenoid Valve Output: 12 Vdc pulse-latching output
- Included Valve: 25 mm female/female pulse-latching solenoid valve
- Control Interface: Rain/mains keypad with status indicators and system test/reset button
- Protection: Pad-lockable mains isolator, circuit-breaker-protected control circuitry and individual pump isolation
- Connection Type: DIN rail-mounted terminal connections
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 400mm x 300mm x 200mm
- Weight: 12 kg
Key Features
- Controls two motor-mounted Vasco-compatible variable-speed drives
- Prioritises rainwater use when tank water is available
- Automatically changes to mains water when the tank is depleted, a VSD fault occurs or power fails
- Provides separate fault monitoring and enable outputs for each VSD
- Uses pulse-latching valve control without continuous solenoid energisation
- Includes rain/mains status indication and system test/reset functionality
- Suitable for domestic, commercial and industrial rainwater pressure systems
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation and electrical connection must be performed by a licensed electrician with the power supply isolated, in accordance with applicable Australian wiring requirements and the manufacturer's instructions.
Applications
- Rainwater harvesting and mains-water changeover systems
- Domestic rainwater pressure boosting
- Commercial and industrial water supply systems
- Dual-pump pressure systems using motor-mounted Vasco VSDs
- Tank-level controlled water distribution systems
Standards & Compliance
- AS/NZS 3000: Electrical installations, applicable to the 230 Vac installation and connection of the controller
- AS/NZS 61439 series: Relevant low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assembly framework; confirm project-specific panel verification with the manufacturer
Environmental Benefits
- Prioritises harvested rainwater, reducing reliance on treated mains water
- Automatic changeover helps maximise rainwater utilisation while maintaining water continuity
- VSD pump control can support reduced energy consumption compared with fixed-speed pump operation
- Durable metal enclosure and replaceable control components can extend service life and reduce replacement waste
Warranty Information
MATelec Australia standard warranty: minimum 12 months from the date of dispatch, subject to the manufacturer's warranty terms and qualified installation requirements.
Available Now
Available through MATelec Australia and authorised Australian pump and electrical distributors.
