Overview
The document provides comprehensive information on Crompton Instruments Protector Trip Relays, designed for continuous monitoring and protection of electrical parameters. These relays are suitable for various applications, offering protection against deviations from set point limits to prevent damage to power assets. The range includes both traditional and advanced microprocessor-based protection relays, available in DIN-rail or wall-mounted configurations.
Main Features- Continuous monitoring of electrical parameters.
- Protection against over and under-voltage, current, frequency, phase sequence, and more.
- Specific functions for generator sets, including unbalanced current and reverse power flow protection.
- DC models for battery and UPS system protection.
- Temperature protection to prevent overheating.
250 Series DIN-rail and Wall Mounted Relays
This series offers single and three-phase protector relays with adjustable set points, differentials, and time delay settings. They provide alarms or initiation signals when parameters deviate from set limits.
Specifications- Nominal input current: 1A or 5A, with options up to 10A.
- Nominal frequency: 50, 60, or 400Hz.
- Overload capacity: 2x rating continuously, 10x rating for 3 seconds.
- Adjustable trip level: 40% to 120% of nominal current.
- Operating temperature: 0°C to +60°C.
Applications- Switchgear and distribution systems.
- Generator sets and control panels.
- Energy and building management.
- Motor and equipment protection.
AC Voltage with Adjustable Differential
These protectors monitor voltage levels and provide alarms when deviations occur. They are used for under and over-voltage detection, starting standby generators, and switching standby supplies.
Specifications- Nominal voltage: 100V to 440V.
- System frequency: 45/65Hz or 360/440Hz.
- Adjustable trip level: Under-voltage 75% to 100%, Over-voltage 100% to 125%.
- Operating temperature: 0°C to +60°C.
Conclusion
The Crompton Instruments Protector Trip Relays provide robust solutions for monitoring and protecting electrical systems across various applications. Their customizable options and reliable performance make them suitable for a wide range of industrial and commercial uses.
Operation
AC voltage protectors activate a time delay when the monitored voltage exceeds or falls below the set point. The relay energizes or de-energizes accordingly, with an LED indicating the trip condition. Frequency protectors operate similarly, with the relay responding to deviations from the set frequency.
Options and Customization
The 250 series offers various customization options, including different adjustment ranges, auxiliary supply options, and relay operation modes. These can be tailored to specific requirements, such as maintaining a time delay or adjusting the differential setting.
Product Codes and Models
The document lists specific product codes for various relay models, detailing their application for under-voltage, over-voltage, under-frequency, and over-frequency protection. Customers are advised to specify system voltage, frequency, and required options when ordering.
Key Features and Benefits
The relays offer features such as adjustable set points, LED trip indication, automatic reset, and double-pole relay contacts. Benefits include monitoring of correct phase rotation, protection against incorrect phase sequence, and prevention of reverse rotation in motor-driven equipment.
Phase Sequence and Phase Failure Protection
The document outlines the use of relays to monitor three-phase supplies, ensuring correct phase sequence and detecting phase loss. Key features include automatic reset, LED trip indication, and protection against incorrect connections. The relays are designed to prevent damage from reverse rotation and phase loss, particularly in portable and marine applications.
Phase Balance Protection
This section describes relays that provide continuous surveillance of three-phase systems, protecting against phase loss, reversal, unbalance, and under-voltage. The relays feature adjustable set points and time delays to prevent nuisance tripping. They are essential for maintaining balanced voltage and preventing temperature rises in motors.
Reverse Power Protection
Reverse power relays monitor AC generators to prevent 'motoring' when the prime mover fails. They offer adjustable set points and time delays to ensure accurate protection. The relays are sensitive to power factor changes and are designed to prevent mechanical damage to generators.
Synchro-Check Protection
These relays assist in the semi-automatic paralleling of AC power systems by ensuring voltage, phase, and frequency are within synchronizing limits before connecting systems. They are used in both manual and automatic synchronizing arrangements to prevent damage from mismatched connections.
Procedures
The operation of DC voltage protectors involves user-adjustable trip points and time delays, typically ranging from 0 to 10 seconds, extendable to 30 seconds. Over-voltage models activate a relay and LED when voltage exceeds set points, resetting automatically when voltage normalizes. Under-voltage models de-energize the relay when voltage falls below set points, also resetting automatically.
Norms and Standards
The relays comply with ANSI/IEEE C37 90a standards for electrical stress surge withstand and non-function. Enclosures are made from flame-retardant polycarbonate/ABS with IP50 integrity.
Recommendations
Customization options are available for adjustment ranges, differential settings, and relay operations. The relays are suitable for marine panels, switchgear, distribution systems, generator sets, control panels, and process control applications.
Key Features and Benefits
The relays offer over and under-voltage monitoring, battery level control, and nuisance tripping avoidance. They provide high temperature protection, sustained overload protection, and single phasing protection. The Hot Spot 3 and 6 temperature relays offer up to six RTD inputs for temperature monitoring and protection against ineffective cooling and bearing temperature issues.
Applications
The relays are applicable in switchgear, distribution systems, generator sets, control panels, process control, motor protection, and transformers.
Hot Spot 6 Temperature Relay
This device monitors up to six RTD sensors to detect temperature hotspots in equipment like transformers and generators. It features user-adjustable set points, relay contacts for alarms, and automatic reset functions. Key specifications include a nominal voltage range, set point repeatability within 1°C, and a differential of 4°C. The relay is housed in a flame-retardant enclosure with IP50 integrity.
DC Millivolts/Thermocouple Relays
These relays provide continuous surveillance of high DC currents and temperatures using current shunts and thermocouples. They feature adjustable trip points, time delays, and internal differentials to prevent nuisance tripping. The relays support various thermocouple types and offer options for cold junction compensation.
DC Transducer Trip Relays
Designed for monitoring DC process voltage or current signals, these relays operate when signals exceed set point limits. They include adjustable trip points, time delays, and internal differentials. The relays are suitable for applications requiring continuous monitoring and protection against over/under-voltage conditions.
Speed Sensing Relays
These relays monitor the speed of rotating equipment using magnetic pickups. They provide output contacts for alarms or shutdowns and a tachometer output for speed indication. The relays are ideal for engine and turbine monitoring, offering adjustable trip levels and LED state indication.
Speed Sensing Relay- Utilizes a flywheel with gear teeth for accurate pulse generation per revolution.
- Monitors rotation speed with an analogue output signal indicating normal and over-speed conditions.
- Features include cranking, under-speed, and over-speed relays with LED indicators for trip conditions.
- Specifications include pulse input range, frequency input, and trip level adjustments.
Earth Leakage Protection Relay (373-ELR)- Detects dangerous earth fault currents to prevent overheating and potential fires.
- Features a fast response time of under 40ms and selectable trip current settings.
- Includes LED indicators for leakage levels and trip conditions, with a reset and test button for operational checks.
- Specifications cover measuring input, overload capacity, and auxiliary voltage requirements.
Core Balanced Current Transformers (CBT-94F)- Designed for use with the 373-ELR relay to detect earth fault currents.
- Encapsulated in a flame-retardant case for mechanical strength and electrical insulation.
- Specifications include system voltage, test voltage, and operating temperature range.
Ground Fault Relay (373-GFR)- Monitors ground fault currents to protect power assets from damage.
- Features a single-pole change over relay contact with a fast response time.
- Utilizes N-G link impedance for cost-effective ground current sensing.
Ground Fault Relay Specifications- Selectable ground fault current settings range from 100 to 1200 amps.
- Time delay settings are adjustable from 0 to 10 seconds.
- LED indicators: Green for mains healthy, Red for fault, and a bar graph of 5 yellow LEDs for fault level indication.
- Features a reset and test button for manual operation and an option for automatic reset.
- Analogue output of 0/1mA for external monitoring and diagnostics.
- DIN-rail 43880 enclosure with a wide range of auxiliary voltage acceptance.
Vector Shift and ROCOF Relay Specifications- Designed for generators running parallel with mains supply, detecting disconnection and protecting against unsynchronized reconnection.
- Monitors vector shift and rate of change of frequency (ROCOF) for fast and reliable mains failure detection.
- Includes health monitoring and sophisticated algorithms to avoid spurious trips.
- Dual functionality for vector shift and ROCOF with user-selectable settings.
- Available in panel front and DIN-rail mounting options.
Additional Features- Integrated protection, control, and communication of up to 37 power parameters.
- Digital communications and programmable VT and CT ratios.
- High-quality backlit LCD display with true RMS measurement.
- 18 protection relay functions and 12 relay contact outputs.
Benefits
Offers significant cost savings, high accuracy, remote monitoring, and compact design for easy configuration.
SPR System Protection Relay
The SPR System Protection Relay is a microprocessor-based device designed for railway applications, offering protection, control, measurement, and communication of up to 37 power parameters. It monitors three-phase voltage and current and provides up to 12 user-definable relay outputs. The device features an 80-character backlit LCD display for monitoring parameters and inspecting set points. Configuration is programmable via a menu-driven interface, and remote monitoring is possible through an RS485 communication port supporting Modbus® RTU protocol.
Operation
The SPR is operated using an alphanumeric display and four buttons for configuration and control. Parameters can be inspected or modified through menu selections, with security provided by up to four levels of password protection. The default display shows relay contact status, and a user-defined screen can display metering information. Remote monitoring and control are available via the RS485 Modbus® connection.
Output Relays
The SPR includes up to 12 sets of form C change-over relay contacts, each rated at 8 amps 250V AC. These relays are configurable for specific applications, offering flexibility with up to 18 protective trip functions and 9 logical functions. Additional contact sets can be programmed if needed, and relays can be configured for various operational modes.
Watchdog Relay
The device performs self-diagnostic checks at power-up, with a dedicated relay indicating product availability. The microprocessor monitors the system for healthy operation, de-energizing contacts if a fault is detected.
Event History Log
The SPR records up to 50 trip events in a history log with date and time stamps, useful for analyzing system faults. The internal clock has battery backup to maintain time and date.
Power Metering
The device provides true RMS measurements of up to 37 power parameters, including voltage, current, and frequency. It accurately measures distorted waveforms, ensuring excellent harmonic performance.
Digital Communications
The RS485 communication port supports Modbus® RTU protocol, allowing remote metering and control. Crompton software enables remote monitoring of relay status and system measurements.
Specifications- Input voltage: 57.7 to 277V L-N (100 to 480V L-L)
- Nominal input current: 5A (1A option)
- Auxiliary supply voltage: 24V DC (10.6 to 55V DC)
- Relay contact rating: 8 amp (resistive) 250V AC
- Operating temperature: 0°C to +50°C (optional –20°C to +60°C)
- IP rating: IP54 with panel gasket
Communication and Programming Software
The SPR-SOFT software allows configuration and monitoring of the SPR relay through a Windows interface. It supports loading and saving configurations and communicating with up to 31 SPR units via Modbus® connection.
ConnectionsThe SPR features isolated current
transformer inputs and removable connecting blocks for electrical connections. It operates from a 24V DC auxiliary supply, with a wide operating range. A separate auxiliary module is available for other voltages.
RS232 to RS485 Serial Converter
The 9D-485 module converts RS232 lines to RS485 signals, allowing connection to SCADA systems. It is powered from RS232 handshake lines or an external 12V DC power supply.
9D-485 Module Specifications- The module uses handshake lines to power the converter, with no handshaking required for RS485 driver control.
- RS485 driver is enabled during spacing state on RS232 side and disabled during marking or idle state.
- Supports Modbus® RTU protocol.
- Internal power via 2 x RS232 handshake lines; external power of 12V DC required if handshake lines are unavailable.
- Current draw is 35mA max when externally powered.
- RS232 connector is a 9-way female D type, with specific pin configurations.
- RS485 connector is a screw clamp terminal block, with automatic control circuit for driver enabling.
- RS485 communications are half-duplex 2-wire operation, with a baud rate up to 115.2k and a maximum distance of 1200 meters.
- Supports up to 32 multidrop connections.
- Dimensions: 89mm x 34mm x 17mm.
Protector Series Specifications- Various models (252, 253, 256 series) with different voltage and current specifications.
- Approvals include CSA, UL Listed, and American Bureau of Shipping.
- Examples of marking include Canadian Standards Association and UL Recognised.
Company Information- Tyco Electronics' Energy Division is a global supplier to power utilities and industry customers, with a significant presence worldwide.
- Headquartered in Ottobrunn, Germany, with 25 manufacturing sites across five continents.
- Contact information for Tyco Electronics UK Ltd is provided.
Disclaimer
The document states that the information provided is based on current understanding and should be independently evaluated for suitability. Liability is outlined in standard terms and conditions of sale.