SPM

Starting protection, synchronization and control for synchronous motors

KeY Benefits
Complete asset monitoring - Field Winding temperature and statistical data Improve uptime of auxiliary equipment - Through I/O monitoring Access to information - RS485 Communications port and Modbus RTU Protocol

Applications
Starting, synchronizing and protection of collector-ring or brushless-type synchronous motors

Features
Protection and Control
Field application DC field current loss, exciter current loss, DC field voltage check PF regulation, reluctance torque synchronizing Protects motor during start up and in the event of asynchronous operation Squirrel cage winding overheating protection Automatic phase rotation correction Auto-loading and incomplete sequence Regulator tuning mode True RMS metering with DFT filtering Optional power factor regulator with adjustable settings Power factor & pull out protection (Optional) Speed dependent squirrel cage overload protection Motor restart protection

User Interface
40 Character backlit display for easy viewing of settings and actual values Function keys allow programming of settings and viewing of measured values

Communications
RS485 Serial Communications Modbus RTU protocol Optional Ethernet communications using Multinet Serial to Ether converter

EnerVistaTM Software
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Monitoring and Metering

Motor power factor DC excitor amps and voltage AC Current Exciter field resistance Motor run time Record of trips

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Protection
The SPM controls starting, synchronizing and protection of collector-ring or brushless type synchronous motors.

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DC Field Current Loss Protection Option

This feature trips the motor when field current drops below the programmed setpoint after the motor has synchronized. To utilize this feature a DCCT and Field Current Calibration Module must be ordered with the SPM.
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Run Time Allowable Zero Speed Stall Time

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Squirrel Cage Protection

An important motor protection function is preventing squirrel cage winding overheating during motor starting. For brushless motors squirrel cage protection is derived from stator current inputs. Protection characteristics are shown in the following graph and the thermal limit is defined by the Stall Time and Locked Rotor Amps relay setpoints.
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Reduced Voltage Starting

The SPM can dynamically adjust the motor stall time to allow successful starting during reduced voltage conditions.
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Typical cage heating protection characteristics for collector ring motors.

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Stall Time - 30 Sec Locked Rotor - 6XFLC Stall Time - 10 Sec Locked Rotor - 6XFLC Stall Time - 2 Sec Locked Rotor - 6XFLC

Restart Protection
The SPM simulates the cooling of a running motor, updating the relay thermal memory in one-minute spans. The SPM will also learn the amount of thermal capacity required for a successful motor start . Each new value of the thermal capacity is compared with the learned starting capacity required. The SPM will prevent an attempted restart if the cage winding has not had sufficient cooling time to allow a successful start. This element is used to avoid motor overheating due to frequent starts.
Run Time Zero Speed Stall Time

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These curves show how the trip characteristic of the amortisseur winding protection is adjusted for reduced voltage starts.

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Functional Block Diagram

AC BUS

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ANSI DEVICE NUMBERS

26F Field overtemperature 27 Under voltage 37 Undercurrent or underpower 48 Incomplete sequence 50P Instantaneous overcurrent 55 Power factor Field application 56 86 Lock out 94 Tripping 95 Reluctance torque sync. / resync. 96 Autoloading relay

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Typical cage heating protection for brushless motors.

For collector ring motors the squirrel cage protection algorithm is based on motor rotation speed during acceleration. Speed is determined from the frequency of the induced rotor voltage across the rotor discharge resistor. At less than synchronous speed the following typical cage heating protection characteristics are used:

DC CT MOTOR DC SUPPLY

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CLUTCH COUPLING

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Incomplete Sequence Protection

The Incomplete Sequence protection will issue a trip if the SPM detects that the motor has not reached synchronous speed within the programmable time delay.

Exciter DC Voltage Protection

Exciter voltage protection is available by connecting the exciter output to the SPM terminals VE+ and VE- through a voltage divider network (VDN). This is used on equipment where the exciters are energized prior to motor startup.

If re-synchronization does not occur within this time the trip relay will operate and the motor will stop. In ride-thru mode the motor field excitation is not removed immediately. Instead, the SPM allows the motor to run for the power factor delay time. If the power factor dip or line current surge persists, the trip relay will operate and the motor will stop.

Main Contactor A B C MOTOR Field DC Supply to Motor Field Field Contactor SCR Proportional Exciter

Voltage Input

Current Input

PF Detection

PF Feedback

PF Regulator

Starting and Synchronizing

For collector ring motors, the SPM detects the rotor speed and angle and determines the correct time to close the field application relay based on the percent synchronous slip setpoint . This applies excitation to the motor field and opens up the field discharge resistor loop. For brushless motors, the voltage is applied to the exciter after a preset programmable time elapses. Power factor pullout protection is then enabled. A contact (FCX) is also provided to signal automatic motor loading.

Control Signal

PF Reg Setpoint Output

Reg Reg Reg Gain Stability Floor

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Field Winding Overtemperature Option

This function emulates a resistance temperature device (RTD) on the field windings. As the ratio of field voltage to field current increases, the field resistance increases, indicating an increase in temperature of the field winding. Field Winding Overtemperature is only available when the optional DCCT and Field Current Calibration Module have been ordered with the SPM.

Power factor regulation functional block diagram.

Monitoring and Metering

The SPM provides a number of monitoring and metering functions including:

SPM Displays and Messages

The SPM has a 40 character LCD display for programming, displaying trip information, and monitoring metered values such as line amperes, field amperes, power factor, line current, field volts, field current, and field ohms. The SPM also stores motor run time and the number and types of motor trips. Trip, Field Application (FAR) and FCX relay states may also be monitored.

Reluctance Torque Synchronizing

Reluctance torque synchronizing is when a lightly loaded synchronous motor pulls into synchronization before the rotor poles are externally magnetized. The SPMs field application control responds by applying excitation if a motor synchronizes on reluctance torque.

Control Features
The SPM offers users advanced control features such as:

Power Factor (Pull-Out) Protection

The SPM provides pull-out protection for synchronous motors operating in either generating or motoring modes. The SPM provides power factor settings and displays the measured leading/lagging power factor. The power factor regulation option enables field forcing in advance of a pull-out condition. Motor pull-out protection is provided by a circuit which monitors the power factor and has a built in time delay to prevent inadvertent tripping on transients. Two modes of pullout protection are available, re-sync mode and ride-thru mode. These modes will be initiated if the lagging power factor drops below the programmed set point, or if a line current surge occurs which is above four times the motor full load current. Re-sync mode operation will cause the Field Application Relay (FAR) to remove the motor field excitation. The motor will continue to run with the field removed for the programmed power factor delay time.

Self-Tests and Diagnostics

The SPM has built-in test diagnostics to indicate that the relay is operating properly prior to start-up. The SPM also contains a test mode, which includes the following tests: Trip relay contacts System test Squirrel cage protection test Synchronization Power factor test The system test performs a complete check of the internal memory, input-output devices and other system functions.

Power Factor Regulation

Power factor regulation is a DC control signal output used to control a variable SCR exciter output . This replaces the standard power factor analog signal output. This option is not recommended for brushless applications. The regulator has five set-points that can be adjusted while the motor is running to facilitate regulator tune-up. They are: PF setpoint range from 0.9 lagging, through 1.0 to 0.0 leading Reg output upper limit of the control voltage output signal Reg gain adjusted for optimum regulator performance Reg stability time adjustment to help compensate for instability Reg floor lower limit of the control voltage output signal

Inputs and Outputs

The SPM offers the user a variety of input and output solutions:

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Field Voltage Input:

The induced field voltages VF+ and VF- are monitored through their connection to the external discharge resistor via the VDN, providing instantaneous value of motor slip.

Exciter Voltage Input:

The VE+ and VE- terminals are connected to the exciter via the VDN to monitor DC exciter voltage.
Motor Protection

closes when the motor reaches full voltage during a reduced inrush start. Control Power: The SPM has an AC power supply with a range from 85 to 265 VAC. If control voltage excursions occur outside this range, an external stabilizing ansformer should be used in conjunction with optional separate power factor reference voltage inputs.

Analog Output is replaced with a 0 to 10 V power factor regulation control output. This signal is used as an input to a variable SCR exciter.

Trip Relay:
The Trip contact is connected to a failsafe normally open contact. This contact closes on relay power up and opens on a trip condition to de-energize the motor.

Power Factor Reference Voltage:

The PF reference voltage is derived from the control power terminals, V1 and V2. The SPM also has an optional input for separately powered PF reference voltage, V1EXT and V2EXT. Effective range 85 to 265 VAC.

FAR Relay:
The field application relay is a normally open contact. This contact closes to apply DC to the motor field to pull motor into synchronization.

Exciter Current Input:

The field current IE+ and IE- terminals are connected to the DC field via a DCCT and a calibration module (ordered separately) to detect field loss.

Motor Line Current:

Two input terminals, or four for brushless, are connected to the system current transformers.

Power Factor Analog Signal Output:

A zero to ten volt DC output corresponds to the motor power factor. Zero volts represents zero lagging power factor, five volts represents unity power factor, and ten volts represents zero leading power factor. A one volt change corresponds to an 18 degree phase shift.

FCX Relay:
The field contactor auxiliary relay picks up at setpoint time delay after the FAR relay picks up and is used to signal external systems to auto load/unload the motor.

Motor On Input:
Accepts a normally closed dry electrical interlock that opens when the motor is energized and closes when the motor is de-energized. Reduced Voltage Starting Input: Accepts a normally open dry electrical interlock that

Communications
The SPM is equipped with a rear RS485 port that can be used for remote programming, or for connection to a DCS, SCADA, or PLC. The port supports ModBus RTU protocol. The RS485 port baud rate is variable from 300-115,000 bps.

Power Factor Control Signal:

If the relay is furnished with the power factor regulation option, then the Power Factor

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The CM calibration module is included with the optional PG2SPM or PG4SPM overtemperature/ current loss accessory package.

Hardware
Space Saving Case
The SPM is supplied in a compact S1 drawout case. The drawout case allows the unit to be removed without disconnecting the rear terminal wiring.

DC Current Transformer (DCCT)

The optional DCCT detects DC field current. The DCCT is required for field current and/ or field over temperature features. 200A and 400A versions are available. The DCCT

Voltage Divider Network (VDN)

The VDN is provided to connect the SPM to field and/or exciter voltages.

The VDN is included as a standard accessory.

works in conjunction with the CM and both are available in a separate accessory package. See order code for more details.
DCCT is included with the optional PG2SPM or PG4SPM overtemperature/current loss accessory package.

Calibration Module (CM)

This optional accessory provides proper AC excitation to the DCCT and provides calibration adjustment to obtain correct field amp readings. The CM is required for field current and/or field over temperature features.

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Typical Wiring
TYPICAL BRUSHLESS MOTOR CONNECTION
A B C
T1

EF1

T2
T3

SYNC MOTOR

FIELD

EF2

NOMENCLATURE
CM DCCT M OL T1, T2, T3 FIELD CURRENT CALIBRATION MODULE DIRECT CURRENT CT MAIN CONTACTOR OVERLOAD RELAY MOTOR TERMINALS OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
DCCT VOLTAGE DIVIDER NETWORK (VDN)

B1

B2

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PHASE CURRENT INPUT

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TYPICAL COLLECTOR RING MOTOR CONNECTION

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T2

F1
SYNC MOTOR

PHASE C

T3

FIELD

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FIELD DISCHARGE RESISTOR

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B2

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VOLTAGE DIVIDER NETWORK (VDN) V+

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FIELD CONTACTOR

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EXCITER/FIELD VOLTAGE

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DIGITAL INPUTS

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FIELD CONTACTOR AUX. (FCX)

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RM TO EXCITER POWER SUPPLY TO PLC OR COMPUTER

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RS485

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A2

FIELD APPLICATION (FAR)

FAR 1 FAR 2

COMM A3 GND N+
N-

POWER FACTOR OUTPUT

FC FIELD CONTACTOR

FIELD CURRENT

OPTIONAL REF. VOLT.

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PF ANALOG OUTPUT OR PF REG CONTROL SIG OUTPUT (IF PF REGULATOR OPTION)

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USED FOR SEPARATELY SUPPLIED POWER FACTOR REFERENCE VOLTAGE (OPTIONAL CONNECTION)

FIELD CURRENT CALIBRATION MODULE (CM)

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Features
Front View

GE KEY Used to enter or exit the different modes of the SPM. These are Standby, Test, Statistics, and Programming modes.

QUICK RELEASE TABS Used to remove display for easy access to drawout.

ENTER KEY Used to make a selection or acts as an enter key.

SCROLL KEYS Used to scroll through the various menus and change setpoint parameter values.

DISPLAY FUNCTION MENU Menu of all accessible setpoints and actual values for easy reference.

CONTRAST DIAL Lightens or darkens display.

PULLDOWN DOOR Hides menu when not in use.

Rear View

S1 CASE Compact S1 rugged metal/bakelite case. Fits standard cutout.

TERMINAL BLOCK A RELAYS TRIP: Normally open, failsafe trip relay. FAR: Field application relay. FCX: Autoloading of the motor. INPUTS EXCITER: Exciter voltage inputs. Connected via DCCT and CM. FIELD: DC field voltage input. REDUCED VOLTAGE: Contact input for reduced voltage starting. Motor ON input. Exciter current input. Power Factor reference voltage (for separately powered option). OUTPUTS POWER FACTOR: 0-10 VDC analog signal.

MOTOR LINE CURRENT 2 Phase current inputs. Accept #8 wire. CONTROL POWER 85 TO 265 VAC. 701750AG.eps

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LOCKING PROVISION A wire lead seal can be used to prevent unauthorized removal of relay.

LCD DISPLAY Backlit 32 character display for setpoints, actual values and status. Programmable auto scan sequence for unattended operation.

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Technical Specifications
METERING pHASE current INPUTS CT primary: 5 2000 CT secondary: 5 Conversion range: 0.05 6 x CT Frequency: 50/60 Hz Accuracy: @ <2 x CT 0.5% of 2 x CT true RMS @ <2 x CT 1% of 6 x CT true RMS monitoring pOWER FACTOR Range: 0.01 to 1 to -0.01 Time delay: 0.1 10 sec Accuracy: 5% INPUTs FIELD current inputs CT primary: 5 1000 Conversion range: 0.05 1 x CT Accuracy: 2% EXCITER voltage inputs Conversion: 0 350 VDC (prior to VDN) Accuracy: 1% switch inputs (mx AND nx) Type: Dry contact Internal interrogation voltage: 85 265 VAC (control voltage) OUTPUTs PF analog output Type: Active Output: 0 10 VDC max @ RL 1K (min load) Accuracy: 10% (0.1 v) Isolation: 36 V VpK relaY contactS Type: FAR, TRP Form A FCX Form C Rated load: 10 A AC continuous NEMA A300 1 A DC continuous NEMA R300 Break: 10A 250 VAC or 30 VDC Max operating voltage: 250 VAC POWER SUPPLY control power Input: 85 265 VAC @ 48 60 Hz Power: 10 VA nominal Holdup: 100 ms typical @ 120 VAC environmentAL Humidity: 0 95% non-condensing Operating temperature: -20 C to +70 C Storage temperature: -40 C to +85 C PACKAGING Shipping box: Ship weight: approvals UL: CSA: 12.50 x 10.50 x 9.75 (L x H x D) 318 mm x 267 mm x 248 mm (L x H x D) 14.25 lbs/6.45 kg UL listed CSA approved Per IEC 255-5 and ANSI/IEEE C37.90, 2.0 kV for 1 minute from relays,CTs,VTs power supply to safety ground IEC255-5 500 VDC, from relays, CTs, VTs, power supply to safety ground ANSI C37.90.1 oscillatory (2.5 kV/1 MHz) ANSI C37.90.1 fast rise (5 kV/10 ns Ontario Hydro A-28M-82 IEC255-4 impulse/high frequency disturbance, Class III Level IEC 255-5 0.5 Joule 5 kV C37.90.2 electromagnetic interference @ 150 MHz and 450 MHz, 10 V/m IEC 801-2 static discharge Sinusoidal vibration 8.0 g for 72 hrs

tYpe tests Dielectric strength:

Insulation resistance:

Transients:

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Impulse test: EMI:

Static: Vibration:

*Specifications subject to change without notice.

Dimensions
SPM FRONT SPM SIDE SPM PANEL CUT-OUT

6.75" (171)

1.42" (36)

6.19" (157)

0.75" (19)

0.22" (5.6) (4 PLACES) 0.25" Dia. (6.3)

5.69" (144)

0.22" (5.6)

SPM Sync. Protection/Control

8.38" (212) 9.29" (236)

C L

2.19" (56)
C L CUTOUT

4.41" (112)

4.38" (111) 4.19" (106)

8.81" (224)

PANEL

6.94" (125)

Inches (mm)

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Ordering
SPM
SPM PF
SPM: standard starting and protection relay with VDN board PF: power factor regulation option used on motors with proportional SCR exciter. (not recommended for brushless applications) H Harsh environment conformal coating

Accessories for the SPM

200A DCCT & Calibration Module 400A DCCT & Calibration Module mSPM Retrofit Package Viewpoint Monitoring PG2SPM PG4SPM MPSPM VP-1

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