

The SEL-2431 is designed for easy integration into existing systems with flexible retrofit kits and supports various regulator configurations. It provides detailed event reporting and extensive metering and monitoring capabilities.
The device features a solid die-cast aluminum casing, optional snap-in communication cards, and a user-configurable interface with programmable LEDs and pushbuttons.
Retrofit kits are available for various regulator models, allowing easy installation and integration into existing systems.
Utilizes IEEE C37.118-2005 protocol for synchrophasor data, meeting high accuracy requirements and enhancing system stability and operator awareness.
Offers multiple communication options, including serial and Ethernet cards, and a customizable front-panel interface for easy operation and monitoring.
Provides easy setup with basic nameplate data entry or advanced configuration using ACSELERATOR QuickSet software.
Captures detailed event and tap-change reports for troubleshooting and system analysis, with expandable storage via USB.
Offers comprehensive metering capabilities, including current, voltage, power, and power factor measurements.
The SEL-2431 is designed to monitor, control, and automate voltage regulation. It supports various voltage regulators and includes features like load profile recording, USB flash drive interface, and front-panel visualization. The device operates within a temperature range of –40° to +85°C and supports a power supply input range of 80–145 Vac.
Capable of recording up to 16 analog quantities at configurable intervals, the SEL-2431 stores data in nonvolatile memory and can back up reports to a USB flash drive.
The device complies with IEEE and IEC standards for radio frequency interference, environmental stress, dielectric strength, and more, ensuring robust performance under various conditions.
The SEL-2431 includes self-checking functions, compatibility with multiple voltage regulators, and features like SELOGIC programming, automation capabilities, and a sequential events recorder. It supports DNP3 communication and synchrophasor operation compliant with IEEE C37.118-2005.
The device has undergone environmental, dielectric strength, impulse, and electrostatic discharge tests. It is certified under ISO 9001 standards.
The SEL-2431 provides precise voltage and current control, with metering accuracy for load current and harmonics. It supports synchrophasor accuracy with a maximum data rate of 60 messages per second for a 60 Hz system.
The device includes a ten-year warranty, optional conformal coating for harsh environments, and a 72-hour turnaround for warranty repairs. It is designed and manufactured in the United States.
SEL-2431 Voltage Regulator Control Optimize Your System Voltage Profile Major Features and Benefits ➤ ➤ ➤ ➤ ➤ Distribution Automation Ready. Interface with either on-the-fly settings changes over DNP, or master controller direct-operate interface. Flexible Communications. Easily interface with your network with the Industry's most network connectable regulator controller. Programmable Without a Laptop. Connect a USB flash drive to upload new settings, upgrade firmware, retrieve existing settings, or retrieve reports from the SEL-2431. Expandable, Removable Memory. When a USB flash drive is connected, and Automatic Backup is enabled, the SEL-2431 writes all common reports to the USB for long term storage and easy retrieval. IEEE C37.118 Synchrophasor Protocol. Identify connected phase of downstream voltage regulators by coordinating with sychrophasor measurements in the substation. Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.
Open the catalog to page 1Communications Options. Easily integrate into your existing communications scheme with SEL protocols, DNP, and a wide variety of Ethernet and serial communications cards. Flexible Retrofit Kits. Interface to existing regulators on your system with wiring retrofit kits. System Connections. Accommodate wye-, delta-, or open-delta regulator configurations. Simple Settings. Quickly commission new controls with a minimal number of simple settings. Detailed Event Reporting. Ease maintenance, troubleshooting, and system analysis with detailed oscillographic event reporting with motor current and Sequential...
Open the catalog to page 2Remove existing voltage regulator control Figure 2 Easily install your new SEL-2431 voltage regulator control using the wiring harness that matches the voltage regulator Voltage Regulator Control Retrofit with SEL-2431 Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.
Open the catalog to page 3Reversing switch Series winding External potential transformer In-band regulated voltage provided to the customers Motor action raises or lowers tap Shunt winding Monitor load-side regulated voltage regulator Regulator/control wiring harness interface control wiring harness Control wiring harness from retrofit kit * Connect a second voltage for reverse power conditions IN102 input Programmable Inputs Programmable Outputs SEL-2431 Voltage Regulator Control 12 Vdc 6W Rear-Panel Port Options Port 2* Copper/Copper Ethernet Copper/Fiber Ethernet Fiber/Fiber Ethernet * Optional Functional Diagram Schweitzer...
Open the catalog to page 4Device Overview Use default messages, or program up to 32 custom display points Type A USB Port Front-panel status LEDs provide simple indication of control and system status Ethernet Activity Lights (if equipped) 2 x 20 character LCD display Navigation buttons provide easy access without a PC Use default pushbuttons, or program your own pushbutton actions and LED indicators User-configurable label kit Pushbutton or toggle switch options for raise/lower operation Solid die-cast aluminum casing Optional snap-in serial communications card Optional snap-in Ethernet or serial communications card...
Open the catalog to page 5Compatibility and Retrofit Kits SEL-2431 Voltage Regulator Control retrofit kits are available for the supported regulator makes and models. The kits can be included as part of the SEL-2431 part number at the time a control is ordered or they can be ordered separately using the part numbers listed below. Table 1 Table 2 shows the mounting hardware kits available for the SEL-2431. These kits are orderable using the part numbers shown in Table 2. Table 2 SEL-2431 Mounting Hardware Kits Part Number Siemens/Allis-Chalmers: 10-position Polarized Disconnect Switch (PDS) Interfacea Howard Industries:...
Open the catalog to page 6Regulated voltage Normal voltage Accumulated time in tap timer Figure 6 Set Up Three Voltage-Reduction Stages for System Stability Support Table 3 Fast reset Select the Appropriate Operating Mode Operating Mode Locked Forward Power flow expected to always be in the forward (normal load-side) direction. Locked Reverse Power flow expected to always be in the reverse (normal source-side) direction. Idle Reverse Power flow expected to always be in the forward (normal load-side) direction, but no voltage regulation should occur if power flow is indeterminate (e.g., “no load” condition). Power flow...
Open the catalog to page 7Use with the SEL communications processors, or the SEL-3530 RTAC, to change nonlinear state estimation into linear state estimation. If all necessary lines include synchrophasor measurements then state estimation is no longer necessary. The system state is directly measured. 10 Minutes 1 Second Figure 9 Synchrophasor Measurements Turn State Estimation into State Measurement Figure 10 Visualization of Phase Angle Measurements Across a Power System Improve Situational Awareness Provide improved information to system operators. Advanced synchrophasor-based tools provide a real-time view of system...
Open the catalog to page 8Ethernet Communications Cards Front-Panel Targets and Messages Program front-panel LEDs to indicate any control element operation, and modify front-panel labeling via configurable slide-in cards. Extra cards and a Microsoft® Word template are available. The control automatically determines the operating conditions and displays this information on the front-panel display. ➤ Neutral position ➤ Voltage reduction active ➤ Automatic operation inhibited ➤ Reverse power ➤ Voltage high limit ➤ High band ➤ In band ➤ Low band ➤ Voltage low limit Simple or Advanced Settings Easy to Use The SEL-2431 provides...
Open the catalog to page 9jS] AcSELerator® QuickSet - [Settings Editor - 2431 - Main St Regulators (SEL-2431 010 vS.9.1.65)] File Edit View Communications Tools Windows Help Forward Contrt Reverse Contr Voltage Reduc Runback Setti Demand Metei /VJvanced Regulal Connection Data Distributed Networ Data Reset Settinc Time-of-Day Opera Load Estimation Front Panel Regulator Nameplate Data KV Regulator Rated Voltage (kV) CTPOL CT Winding Polarity CTPRIM CT Primary Current [amps) TAPCHNGR Tap Changer Type T Select: GE, COOPER, SIEMENS, HOWARD TYPE Regulator Type Part* 24310111X12XBCCCCaX Global : Regulator Nameplate Data TXD^...
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