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SICAM Power Quality and Measurement

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Overview
The SICAM P850 is a multifunctional power meter designed for capturing, representing, and transferring electrical measurements such as current, voltage, power types, and harmonics. It supports communication via Ethernet using Modbus TCP or IEC 61850 Edition 2, and optionally via RS485 with Modbus RTU or IEC 60870-5-103.
Specifications
  • Device Types: Available as DIN rail or switch panel flush mounting device.
  • Supply Voltage: DC 24 V to 250 V, AC 110 V to 230 V at 50/60 Hz.
  • Input/Output Circuits: 4 voltage inputs, 3 current inputs, 2 binary outputs.
  • Protection: IP20 for DIN-rail devices without display, IP40/IP51 for devices with display.
Benefits
  • Robust design compliant with IEC 62586-1, Class S.
  • Measurands and events captured per IEC 61000-4-30.
  • 2-GB memory for data storage, fault recording, and data export in COMTRADE format.
  • External time synchronization via NTP.
Functions
The SICAM P850 offers monitoring and recording functions, including sine recording, capturing voltage and current triggers, and recording network parameters in CSV format.
Applications
Suitable for 1-phase systems and 3- and 4-wire networks, primarily used in power utilities and industries. It features an integrated web server for parameterization and data output.
Hardware Design
Includes a digital signal processor, display, front buttons, Ethernet and RS485 interfaces, and a 2-GB primary storage.
Measurands
Captures true RMS voltage and current, power frequency, active/reactive/apparent power and energy, power factor, unbalance, harmonics up to the 40th order, and THD.
Communication
Supports Ethernet and optional RS485 interfaces for data transfer and time synchronization. Protocols include Modbus TCP, IEC 61850 Edition 2, Modbus RTU, and IEC 60870-5-103.
Time Synchronization
Supports synchronization via Ethernet NTP, external fieldbus, or internal RTC.
Parameterization and Visualization
Operated via a connected PC using HTML pages for parameterization and visualization of operational values, harmonics, power, energy, and alarms.
Automation Functions
Allows parameterization of up to 16 measured values with message output for limit violations.
Technical Data
  • Supply Voltage: DC 24 V to 250 V, AC 110 V to 230 V.
  • Inputs: Rated input voltages and currents with specific tolerances and power consumption.
  • Communication Interfaces: Ethernet and optional RS485 with specific protocols and transmission rates.
  • Environmental Data: Operating temperature range from -25 °C to +55 °C.
Environmental Specifications
Storage temperature ranges from -40 °C to +70 °C with a maximum temperature gradient of 20 K/h. The mean relative humidity should not exceed 75%, with a maximum of 95% for 30 days per year. Condensation is not permitted during operation but is allowed during transportation and storage. The maximum application altitude is 2000 meters above sea level.
General Data
The device uses a PANASONIC CR2032 or VARTA 6032 101 501 battery with a voltage of 3 V and a capacity of 230 mAh. The typical service life is 10 years with a permanently applied supply voltage, or a total of 2 months within 10 years if the supply voltage is sporadically interrupted. The internal memory has a storage capacity of 2 GB.
Protection and Dimensions
The device has a degree of protection of IP20 for DIN rail housing, IP40 for panel flush mounting with display, and IP51 with display and door. The dimensions are 96 mm x 96 mm x 100 mm, with a mass ranging from 0.49 kg to 0.6 kg depending on the configuration.
Power Meters - SICAM P850
The SICAM P850 is a multi-function measuring device with dimensions of 96 mm x 96 mm x 100 mm. It includes 4 inputs for alternating voltage measurements, 3 inputs for AC current measurements, 2 binary outputs, and isolated voltage measuring inputs. It features a web server for parameterization and visualization, and an internal 2 GB memory. It complies with IEC 61000-4-30 standards for monitoring, recording, and power quality functions.
SICAM MMU Description
The SICAM MMU is a power monitoring device used in industrial plants, power plants, and substations. It measures and calculates parameters such as current, voltage, power, phase angle, harmonics, energy, and frequency. It supports communication via IEC 60870-5-104 or Modbus TCP protocols. The device is compact, rugged, and offers high measuring accuracy and EMC immunity. It is UL certified and supports flexible current measuring ranges.
Applications and Benefits
The SICAM MMU is used for equipping secondary substations, monitoring transformers, and distributed power generation. It supports real-time data transmission and user-friendly operation through a web server. It is applicable in various systems including 1-phase, 3-wire, and 4-wire networks.
Communication and Synchronization
The device supports Ethernet communication with protocols such as HTTP, IEC 60870-5-104, and Modbus TCP. Time synchronization can be achieved via Ethernet NTP or internal RTC.
Measurands and Connections
The device measures TRMS values for alternating voltage and current, power, energy, frequency, phase angle, and harmonics. It supports various connection types including 1-phase systems and 3-wire and 4-wire networks.
Supply Voltage
The device operates with a direct voltage range of 24 V to 250 V and an alternating voltage range of 110 V to 230 V. It has specific tolerances and maximum power consumption limits for both DC and AC inputs.
Specifications:
The document provides detailed specifications for SICAM MMU and SICAM P power meters. Key specifications include:
  • Voltage Measurement Inputs: Maximum rated input voltage is 480 V Ph-N/PE and 831 V Ph-ph, with input resistances of 7.9 MΩ and 3.9 MΩ. Power consumption per input is 38 mW at 400 V, with a measuring error of ±0.1% at 23°C.
  • AC Current Measurements: Rated input AC current ranges are 1 A and 5 A, with a maximum input of 2x rated current. Power consumption is 1 mVA at 1 A and 2.5 mVA at 5 A.
  • Binary Outputs: Maximum contact voltage is 230 V AC and 250 V DC, with a maximum continuous touch current of 100 mA.
  • Communication Interfaces: Ethernet connection with RJ45 socket, supporting Modbus TCP and IEC 60870-5-104 protocols.
  • Environmental Data: Operating temperature range is -25°C to +55°C, with a maximum relative humidity of 95% for 30 days per year.
Procedures and Standards:
The document references several standards, including IEC 60688 for measuring uncertainty and IEC 60255-2 for surge overload capacity. It also mentions protection class IP20 for various parts of the device.
Recommendations and Applications:
The SICAM P power meters are recommended for panel mounting and can measure over 100 values, including RMS values, power factors, and harmonics. They are used for power monitoring and recording at MV and LV levels, providing benefits in environmental efficiency, reliability, safety, and financial savings.
Functions and Features:
Key functions include:
  • Measurement of voltage, current, power, energy, and harmonics.
  • Communication via PROFIBUS DP, Modbus RTU/ASCII, and IEC 60870-5-103 protocols.
  • Real-time clock and memory management for recording values and events.
  • Parameterization via device display or SICAM P Manager software.
Display and Screens:
The SICAM P display can be customized with up to 20 programmable screens, showing various measured values and status information. The display updates every second, and typical screens include phase values and digital/analog measurements.
Specifications:
The document outlines the specifications for SICAM P50/P55 power meters, focusing on measured values and accuracy. Key parameters include balance in a four-wire network, THD voltage and current, harmonic voltage and current, and limiting-value violations. The accuracy is specified under reference conditions, with various communication protocols supported for data transfer.
Input and Output Modules:
The SICAM P can be equipped with analog and binary input/output modules. Each module has specific features, such as galvanic separation and rated measuring ranges. These modules are used for capturing signals, reporting states, and generating outputs like electrical measurands and count impulses.
Parameterization Software:
The SICAM P parameterization software allows for device adjustments, parameter setting, and firmware updates. It supports all SICAM P devices and facilitates the storage and reading of measured values, including mean values, power, and binary channel states.
Display and Evaluation:
Measured values are displayed graphically and in tabular form, with functions for analysis. The software includes export capabilities for further data processing.
Connection Types:
Various connection types are described, including single-phase and three-phase systems. The document provides guidelines for low-voltage applications and the use of transformers.
Technical Data:
Detailed technical data is provided for supply voltage, inputs and outputs, communication interfaces, and environmental conditions. Specifications include rated input voltages, power consumption, and maximum currents.
Selection and Ordering Data:
The document includes ordering information for different variants of the SICAM P50 and P55, detailing dimensions, protection classes, and communication modules.
Compliance and Standards:
The product complies with European directives on electromagnetic compatibility and low voltage, conforming to international and German standards.
Legal Notice and Liability: Siemens AG disclaims liability for defects or damages resulting from the use of the information in this document. The content does not form part of any contract or business relationship and does not alter existing agreements. All obligations are outlined in relevant contracts. Siemens reserves the right to revise the document periodically.
Copyright and Trademarks: The document is copyrighted by Siemens AG, 2017. Unauthorized disclosure, duplication, distribution, or editing is prohibited without written authorization. Registered trademarks include SIPROTEC®, DIGSI®, SIGUARD®, SIMEAS®, and SICAM®. Unauthorized use of these trademarks is illegal.
Document Specifications: The document is version 06, released in May 2017. It includes general descriptions and performance features that may not always reflect the specifics described and may change with product development. Binding performance features are only those agreed upon in contracts.
Product Information: The document pertains to SICAM Power Quality and Measurement, Edition 6.0, published by Siemens AG's Energy Management Division, Digital Grid, Automation Products. Contact information for customer support is provided.
Software and Security: Products using OpenSSL security features include software developed by the OpenSSL Project, Eric Young, Tim Hudson, and Bodo Moeller.
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SICAM Power Quality and Measurement Catalog ⋅ Edition 6 siemens.com/powerquality

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Power Meters SICAM P850 – Description Description SICAM P850 are multifunctional devices to capture, represent and transfer measured electrical quantities, such as alternating current, alternating voltage, power types, harmonics, etc. The measured quantities can be output via the communication interfaces to a PC and to the systems control, or be shown on an optional display. SICAM P850 is a flush-mounting switch panel with a graphic display for the representation of measured values and for parameterization. SICAM P850 is also available as a DIN-rail device without a display. Communication via...

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Power Meters SICAM P850 – Description Figure 3.1/2 Application Example Hardware Design Depending on the device variant, the following electrical components are contained: • Digital signal processor (DSP) • Display and front buttons • 4 inputs for alternating voltage measurements • 3 inputs for AC current measurements • 2 binary outputs • Power supply • Ethernet interface • RS485 interface (according to order variant) • 2-GB primary storage Measurands The following measurands are captured or calculated by the device from the measured quantities: • True RMS alternating voltage and alternating current...

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Power Meters SICAM P850 – Description time base and permits time stamping of the process data. The following time synchronization methods are possible: • Time synchronization via Ethernet NTP (preferred) The device is equipped with an SNTP client (Simple Network Time Protocol) that can be connected to 2 NTP servers (Network Time Protocol) for external time synchronization. These are the primary and the secondary (redundant) NTP server. • External time synchronization via Fieldbus with communication protocol Modbus RTU or IEC 60870-5-103 • Real Time Clock (RTC) If external time synchronization...

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Power Meters SICAM P850 – Description Figure 3.1/6 Visualization of Operational Indications SICAM ⋅ Power Quality and Measurement ⋅ Katalog ⋅ Edition 6

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Operating/Instantaneous Measured Values (10/12 Periods) Sine Recording 76 SICAM ■ Power Quality and Measurement ■ Katalog ■ Edition 6.0

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Operating/Instantaneous Measured Values (10/12 Periods) Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU, IEC 60870-5-103, IEC 61850, HTML and Display Measured-Value Recorder (30 s, Sine Recording 60 s, 10 min, 15 min, 30 min, 1 h, 2 h) IEC 61850 (COMTRADE File Transfer) and HTML COMTRADE HTML CSV Download and Download for COMTRADE Viewer Modbus TCP Protocol or SIGRA Visualization Values Values Values Apparent energy Detailed information about data availability and measurands can be found in the SICAM 85x, 7KG85xx device manual. Table 3.1/1 Data Availability of the Operational Measured Quantities 1) (1) Data availability...

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Power Meters SICAM P850 – Connection Types and Examples Connection Types And Examples Special operating conditions need not be taken into account when used in the IT, TT and TN systems. Connection Types Possible connection types: • 1-phase system • 3-wire network with same (symmetrical) load • 3-wire network with any (asymmetrical) load (2 current inputs) • 3-wire network with any (asymmetrical) load (3 current inputs) • 4-wire network with same (symmetrical) load • 4-wire network with any (asymmetrical) load 3.1 [Appl 3 wire, no vt, 2 ct, 1, en_US] Figure 3.1/10 Connection Example 3-Wire Network,...

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Power Meters SICAM P850 – Connection Types and Examples Figure 3.1/13 Connection Example 3-Wire Network, 1 Voltage and 1 Current Transformer, Any Load [Appl 4 wire, no vt, 1, en_US] Figure 3.1/14 Connection Example 4-Wire Network, No Voltage Transformer and 3 Current Transformers, Any Load [Appl 4 wire, 3 vt, 3 ct, 1, en_US] Figure 3.1/15 Connection Example 4-Wire Network, 3 Voltage and 3 Current Transformers, Any Load SICAM ⋅ Power Quality and Measurement ⋅ Katalog ⋅ Edition 6

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Supply Voltage Direct Voltage Inputs for AC Current Measurements (Terminal Block E) Rated input voltage Alternating Voltage Rated input voltage Binary Outputs (Terminal Block G) Rated Input Alternating Voltages Table 3.1/2 Inputs for Alternating Voltage Measurements (Terminal Block F) Maximum contact voltage Communication Interfaces Ethernet, electrical 80 SICAM ■ Power Quality and Measurement ■ Katalog ■ Edition 6.0

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Power Meters SICAM P850 – Technical Data Dimensions Mass Device without display: approx. 0.49 kg Device with display, without door: approx. 0.52 kg Device with display and door: approx. 0.6 kg Figure 3.1/17 Dimensional Drawing of the SICAM P850/P855 with Display Figure 3.1/16 Dimensional Drawing of the SICAM P850/P855, DIN-Rail Device 82 SICAM ⋅ Power Quality and Measurement ⋅ Katalog ⋅ Editio

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Power Meters SICAM P850 – Technical Data Figure 3.1/19 Cutout In the Control Panel Figure 3.1/18 Dimensional Drawing of the SICAM P850/P855 with Display and Cover SICAM ⋅ Power Quality and Measurement ⋅ Katalog ⋅ Edition

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Table 3.1/3 Selection and Ordering Data 84 SICAM ■ Power Quality and Measurement ■ Katalog ■ Edition 6.0

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Description SICAM MMU (Measurement and Monitoring Unit) is a power monitoring device that measures electrical quantities in power supply system. SICAM MMU is used in industrial plants, power plants and substations to measure and calculate parameters (for example current, voltage, power, phase angle, harmonics, energy, or frequency) and forward these measured values to network control systems (SCADA, DMS, EMS etc.) via IEC 60870-5-104 or to automation systems via Modbus where they can be further processed and visualized. Device type Benefits • Compact and rugged design • Over 100 measured or calculated...

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