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Traction energy measurement solutions
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Traction energy measurement solutions

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Overview
The document introduces the MSAV sensor range by Mors Smitt, designed for high voltage and high current measurement in railway applications. It highlights the importance of reducing carbon footprints and optimizing energy use, aligning with the European EN 50463 standard for energy measurement.
MSAV Sensor Technology
The MSAV sensors use patented fiber optic insulation technology for accurate AC and DC current and voltage measurements. They comply with EN 50463, ensuring less than 1.5% error for AC and less than 2% for DC energy consumption calculations. Key features include catenary detection, overcurrent and harmonics detection, and traction management synchronization. The compact design reduces space and weight and requires no calibration, lowering maintenance costs.
Applications and Benefits
The sensors are suitable for both new and retrofit railway applications, offering modular and scalable solutions for energy measurement and traction control. They support energy billing, energy saving, and traction control functions, enhancing interoperability with all railway rolling stock and networks. The sensors are part of a broader energy measurement system that includes data handling and transmission capabilities.
Technical Specifications
The MSAV25000 and MSAV-DC models provide comprehensive solutions for energy measurement and traction management. They support AC and DC voltage and current measurement functions, energy calculation, and catenary type detection. The sensors are designed for high voltage insulation and comply with EN 50153 for electrical hazard protection.
Energy Efficiency and Cost Savings
The system offers real-time energy consumption data, aiding in cost savings and driver behavior improvement. It is compatible with the TTG Driver Advisory System ENERGYMISER®, which has demonstrated significant energy cost reductions.
Conclusion
Mors Smitt's MSAV sensor range provides a reliable, accurate, and cost-effective solution for railway energy measurement and traction control, supporting environmental sustainability and operational efficiency.
Traction Control Specifications
  • Analog current or voltage output for synchronization signal.
  • Logic outputs for catenary type detection, overcurrent detection, and diagnostics.
  • Optional outputs include analog +50 mA and RS485 for train management systems.
  • Accuracy for Ethernet outputs is less than 1.5% error for AC energy output.
Synchronization Signal Characteristics
  • Voltage or current analog signal for catenary values with a maximum delay of 300 μs.
  • Phase measurement accuracy is less than 30 μs, classified as Class 1 according to IEC 60044.
Insulation and Power Supply
  • Insulation according to EN 50124-2, Category OV4-PD4, with electrical shock resistance of 170 kV and dielectric strength of 75 kV.
  • Power supply options include 24 V, 72 V, or 110 VDC.
Environmental and Physical Specifications
  • Operating temperature ranges from -40 °C to +65 °C, with an option for -50 °C for insulators.
  • IP ratings are IP 65 for insulators and IP 44 for remote boxes.
  • Total weight is 35 kg, with specific dimensions for insulators and remote boxes.
MSAV-DC Functions
  • DC voltage and current measurement according to EN 50463.
  • Energy calculation function according to EN 50463.
  • Catenary voltage options include 750 VDC, 1500 VDC, and 3000 VDC.
  • Nominal current up to 3300 A.
Testing and Validation
  • Extensive qualification and validation tests have been conducted, including shock & vibration, short circuit, solar radiation, and various environmental tests.
  • All tests comply with EN 50463 standards and have been successfully passed.
Benefits of MSAV Systems
  • Cost-effective and maintainable with easy installation and maintenance.
  • Modular with energy management and traction management functions.
  • Proven solution with existing references in major European fleets.
  • High safety standards with galvanic separation and dielectric strength.
Contact Information
  • Sales offices located in France, Hong Kong, The Netherlands, United Kingdom, and USA.
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Mors Smitt Railway Technology Energy and traction control solutions Accurate technology for all high voltage and high current measurement applications

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Mors Smitt Railway Technology Energy and traction control solutions

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MSAV sensor range No compromises with performances

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Energy and traction efficiency ‘MSAV is a system to measure high current and high voltage for energy and traction control management, both for new-built and retrofit railway applications’ The international railway market is focused on minimizing the carbon footprint by optimising the use of natural resources and energy. Deregulation of the railway infrastructure requires a different way of working and tools to support new business models in the railway industry the European EN 50463 standard sets new requirements for energy measurement and the calculation of the interoperability cost of rolling...

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Energy measurement & traction control The MSAV25000 and MSAV-DC standard versions offer a unique tailor-made solution for new-built and retrofit applications for energy measurement and integrated traction management functions. Energy measurement in one system (EN 50463 and TSI compliant) Unique device for all train functions (sensing device, short circuit & overcurrent detection) Weight and space saving, simplified schematic Simplified roof architecture Easy integration on any retrofit and new-built trains Outstanding accuracy Patented fiber optic technology ensures the highest isolation between...

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MSAV sensor range Traction control functions Energy billing solutions Traction management Energy data handling Driver advisory system Catenary detection Energy database Driver assistance Traction synchronisation Ground server transmission Energy analysis Energy displaying Harmonic detection Analog, digital & logic outputs ERESS, Socle, ... Energy saving

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Full high voltage sensors The MSAV sensors provide a proven reliable, accurate and cost effective solution for rolling stock. Based on its capacity of multi-voltage and current measurements, MSAV products can be used as a simple solution for energy measurement implementation on existing rolling stock as well as traction control functionalities for new-built trains (e.g. safety catenary type detection, traction synchronisation protection of the main transformer by overcurrent detection etc.) With the validated, smart and independent functional integration of the energy measurement and traction...

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Traction control functions Multi-voltage AC/DC traction units need high voltage measurement for several train functions. Mandatory for energy measurement, they are also used on several applications for traction control, protection an monitoring, which is usually done by several sensors measuring the same current and voltage value. Catenary Over current detection logic function (QLM relay) detection This function recognises the AC or DC catenary type and detects the voltage presence with high level This function istractionprotect the main transformer by detecting limited currentkV 50 Hz, Its of...

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With perfect knowledge of the new EN 50463, with internal expert members of CENELEC group, Mors Smitt proposes a complete EMS (Energy Measurement System) which is included through a compact architecture with all functions EMF (Energy Measurement Energy billing solution Function) & DHS (Data Handling System) fully compliant with the new EN 50463 and allowing conformity of the Energy Measurement System in accordance with the TSI LOC&PAS. The high level of accuracy proposed by MSAV products allow high level of confidence for voltage and current measurements with all types of catenary used in the...

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Energy saving 4. Energy Saving Solution 4. Energy Saving Solution In addition to billing purposes, savings can also be achieved by the high accuracy performances on energy calculations defined in the EN 50463 standard. In addition to billing purpose, saving could be also achieved thanks to the high accuracy In addition to achieved thanks savings and Realtime driver billing purpose, saving could be also standard EN cost to the high accuracy performances on information on energy consumption offers important50463. energy calculation defined into the new performances on energy calculation defined...

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AC voltage measurement function (VMF) according EN 50463 AC current measurement function (CMF) according EN 50463 Energy calculation function (ECF) according EN 50463 AC type catenary detection AC overcurrent detection AC traction synchronisation Catenary voltage according EN 50163 • • • • Nominal current • • Energy billing and saving • • 2x ethernet output for energy data to DHS and DAS Diagnostic through ethernet communication

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Traction control • • • • Analog current or voltage output for synchronisation signal Logic output for catenary type detection Logic output for over current detection Logic output for diagnostic Optional outputs • • Analog + 50 mA outputs RS485 output for train management system Accuracy according EN 50463 for ethernet outputs • < 1.5 % error for AC energy output Synchronisation signal characteristics • • • • Voltage or current analog signal for catenary values Maximum delay 300 μs Phase measurement accuracy + < 30 μs Class 1 according IEC 60044 Logic output for catenary type detection • Category...

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DC voltage and DC current measurement function according EN 50463 Energy calculation function according EN 50463 Catenary voltage according EN 50163 • • • Nominal current • DC energy (consumed, regenerated): Ethernet Accuracy according EN 50463 for ethernet outputs • < 20 % error for DC energy output Category OV4-PD4 Dielectric test between primary and secondary circuit 12 kV, 50 Hz, 1 min Dielectric test between primary and secondary circuit 25 kV, 50 Hz, 1 s for catenary fail top event Power supply • Operating temperature • Ambient operating -40 °C...+65 °C (upon request -50 °C) Rooftop or...

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