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UniGear ZS2
Medium-voltage air-insulated switchgear
up to 36 kV

UniGear ZS2 is the ABB mainline
switchgear for primary
distribution up to 36 kV, 3150 A,
31.5 kA.
The switchgear is manufactured
worldwide and there are more than
20000 panels currently installed.
UniGear ZS2 is used to distribute
electric power in a variety of
demanding applications such as in
utility substations, power plants or
chemical plants.
Panels are available as a single
busbar, back-to-back solution.

Benefits

Well-established global
product with more than
20000 panels produced and
installed in more than 90
countries

Highest safety level for


people and equipment

High customization and


adaptation level while
integrating into existing or
new installation
Approved to be used for
special applications with
type test according to IEC
standards

Compatible with other panel


types from Unisafe 36 family

Solution with consideration


of environmental impacts
while designing

Notes
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Table of contents

008 Description

009 Applications

010– 011 Air-insulated

012– 013 IEC Classification

014– 015 Type-tested

016 – 017 Arc-proof

018 – 019 Safety

020 – 021 Vacuum circuit-breaker

022 – 023 Gas circuit-breaker

024 – 025 Service trucks

026 – 027 Instrument transformers

028 – 029 Measurement sensors

0 30– 057 Distribution automation

058 – 060 Typical units and technical data

061 – 061 Unit compartments

062 – 065 Double busbar system


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UniGear ZS2
Description
• Each UniGear ZS2 panel consists of a single unit • Units can be coupled together directly with
which can be equipped with a circuit-breaker, double busbar units, with the possibility for
withdrawable fused device, off load further extension on both sides of the
disconnector, as well as with all the accessories switchgear.
available for conventional switchgear units. • The switchgear does not require rear access for
• The panel incorporates a compartment in its installation or maintenance.
upper level to house the auxiliary • All the service operations are carried out from
instrumentation. the front.
• Full conformity with IEC standards • Metal clad, partition PM, service continuity LSC 2B
• Highest level of operator safety with front, • Internal arc proof 31.5 kA 1 s, AFLR
lateral and rear arc protection • Cassette or floor rolling type withdrawable
• Space saving by wall standing solution circuit breaker options
• Economic in civil works and transportation • Fully interchangeable vacuum and SF6 gas
thanks to compact dimensions circuit breaker
• Robust design for highest availability and low • Indoor installation
maintenance • Operational safety, circuit-breaker racking in /
• Long life expectation thanks to use of AluZink out with door closed
sheet steel without welding points • Motorised racking in / out of cassette type
circuit breaker
• Earthing switch with making capacity
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Applications

Utilities and Power Plants • Metallurgy


• Power generation stations • Rolling mills
• Transformer stations • Mines
• Main and auxiliary switchgear
Transport
Industry • Airports
• Pulp and Paper • Ports
• Cement • Railways
• Textiles • Underground transport
• Chemicals
• Food Infrastructure
• Automotive • Supermarkets
• Petrochemical • Shopping malls
• Quarrying • Hospitals
• Oil and gas pipelines • Large infrastructure and civil works
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UniGear ZS2
Air-insulated

From power stations down to distribution the most complete on the market, including
substations, ABB provides a reliable, high quality vacuum and gas circuit-breakers. All this
solutions for products, systems and services. apparatus is interchangeable inside the same
As a single source partner, ABB is the world’s switchgear unit. This makes it possible to offer a
largest and most complete supplier of switchgear single switchgear-user interface, with the same
and systems for electric power transmission and service and maintenance procedures and
distribution applications. operations. The switchgear can be fitted with
conventional (transformers and releases) or
ABB substations, cables, transformers, control innovative (sensors and multi-purpose unit)
systems and switchgear enable our customers to measurement and protection components.
make efficient and effective use of electric power. Apart from the traditional functional units, the
UniGear ZS2 switchgear is fitted with double
As a word-leading company in research, busbar systems. The use of these units allows
development and innovation, ABB is able to extremely efficient use of space.
provide the most comprehensive and suitable
range of solutions to meet the present and future Standards
needs of producers, distributors and users of The switchboard and main apparatus it contains
electric power. Medium voltage switchgear is one comply with the following Standards:
of the most important links in the electric • IEC 62271-1 for general purposes
distribution chain and ABB has developed the • IEC 62271-200 for the switchgear
UniGear ZS2 switchgear with the aim of • IEC 62271-102 for the earthing switch
satisfying all requirements. UniGear ZS2 • IEC 60071-2 for the insulation coordination
combines consolidated solutions and innovative • IEC 62271-100 for the circuit-breakers
components, based on ABB’s leading-edge • IEC 60529 for degree of protection
technology.
Normal service conditions
UniGear ZS2 is medium voltage metal-clad The rated characteristics of the switchgear are
switchgear with a metal enclosure, suitable for guaranteed under the following ambient
indoor installations. conditions:
Metal partitions segregate the compartments • Minimum ambient temperature: – 5 °C
from each other and the live parts are air- • Maximum ambient temperature: + 40 °C
insulated. The switchgear is modular and this • Ambient humidity:
provides a coordinated approach that enables the -- Maximum 24h average of relative humidity
ideal solution for each installation to be built up 95% RH
by placing standardized units side by side. -- Maximum 24h average of water vapor
The switchgear is simple to configure and pressure 2.2 kPa
selection of the correct apparatus and -- Maximum monthly average of relative
instruments for specific applications does not humidity 90% RH
require dedicated solutions. -- Maximum monthly average of water vapor
pressure 1.8 kPa
The functional units of the switchgear are • The normal operation site altitude is up to
guaranteed arc proof in accordance with the IEC 1000m above sea level.
62271-200 Standards, appendix AA, class A
accessibility, criteria 1 to 5. All the startup, Presence of normal, non-corrosive and
maintenance and service operations can be uncontaminated atmosphere.
carried out from the front of the unit. The
switchgear and the earthing switches are
operated from the front with the door closed. The
switchgear can be wall-mounted. The range of
apparatus available for UniGear ZS2 switchgear is
A I R - I N S U L AT E D 11


The electrical characteristics of
the switchboard can vary for
ambient conditions other than
those described in the previous
section and also if a higher
degree of protection is used.

— Degrees of protection Electrical characteristics
01 Circuit-breaker
compartment The degrees of protection of the switchgear
Rated voltage kV [kV] 36
conform with IEC 60529 Standards.
Rated insulation voltage [kV] 36
Rated power frequency withstand voltage kV 1min 70
UniGear ZS2 switchgear is normally supplied with
Rated lightning impulse withstand voltage kV 170
the following standard degrees of protection:
• IP4X for the enclosure Rated frequency Hz 50-60

• IP2X for the partition between compartments Rated short time withstand current kA 3 …31.5
Peak current kA …80
On request, the external housing can be supplied Internal arc withstand current kA 1 s …31.5
with a higher degree of protection; in this case 1250
please contact your ABB sales representative. 1600
Main busbars rated current A 2000
Color of the external surfaces 2500
RAL7035 - light grey (front doors) 3150
Other colors available on request 1250
Branch connections rated current A 1600
2000
Branch connection rated current with
forced ventilation with fan A 2500
Branch connection rated current with
forced ventilation with fans ( available
only with VD4 vacuum Circuit Breaker) A 3150
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UniGear ZS2
IEC Classification

With the release of the IEC 62271-200 standard, Compartments


new definitions and classifications of Medium Each switchgear unit consists of three power
Voltage switchgear have been introduced. compartments: circuit-breaker, busbars and cables.
One of the most significant changes is that Each unit is fitted with a low voltage compartment,
classification of switchgear into metal-clad, where all the auxiliary instruments are housed.
compartmented and cubicle types has been
abandoned. Arc-proof switchgear is optionally provided with
a duct for evacuation of the gases produced by an
The revision of switchgear classification rules has arc; different types of gas ducts are available.
been based on the user’s point of view, in All the compartments are accessible from the
particular on aspects like service and front and maintenance operations can correctly
maintenance of the switchgear, according to the carried out with the switchgear installed up
requirements and expectations for proper against a wall.
management, from installation to dismantling.
The compartments are segregated from each
In this context, Loss of Service Continuity (LSC) other by metallic partitions.
has been selected as a fundamental parameter
for the user. Main busbars
The busbar compartment contains the main
According to the IEC 62271-200, UniGear ZS2 busbar system connected to the upper isolating
switchgear can be defined as follows. contacts of the circuit-breaker by means of
branch connections.
1. LSC-2B
The busbars, circuit-breaker and cable The main busbars are made of electrolytic copper.
compartments are physically and electrically For ratings up to 2000A, the busbars are tubular
segregated. bars; while for currents between 2500A and
This is the category that defines the possibility of 3150A, a flat busbar is used.
accessing the circuit-breaker compartment with
the busbars and cables energized. The busbars are covered with insulating material.
There is a single busbar compartment along the
2. Partition Class whole length of the switchgear, which optionally
Switchgear providing continuous metallic can be dividing into compartments.
partitions and shutters, intended to be earthed
between opened accessible compartments and Feeder connections
live parts of the main circuit. The cable compartment contains the branch
Metallic partitions and shutters or metallic parts system for connection of the power cables to the
of them shall be connected to the earthing point lower contacts of the circuit-breaker.
of the switchgear.
The feeder connections are made of electrolytic
3. Interlock-controlled accessible compartment copper and they are round busbars for the whole
Compartment containing high-voltage parts, range of currents.
intended to be opened for normal operation and/ They are covered with insulating material.
or normal maintenance, in which access is
controlled by the integral design of the switchgear. Earthing switch
Each cable compartment can be fitted with an
4. Tool-based accessible compartment earthing switch for cable earthing.
Compartment containing high-voltage parts, that The same device can also be used to earth the
may be opened, but not for normal operation and busbar system (measurements and bus-tie units).
maintenance. Special procedures are required. The earthing switch has short-circuit making
Tools are necessary for opening. capacity.
I E C C L A S S I F I C AT I O N 13

— Control of the earthing switch is from the front of Gas exhaust duct
01 Single level
section view the switchgear with manual operation. The gas exhaust duct is positioned above the
The position of the earthing switch can be seen switchgear and runs along its whole length.
from the front of the switchgear by means of a Each power compartment is fitted with a flap on
mechanical coupled indicator. its top surface. The pressure generated by the
fault makes it open, allowing the gas to pass into
Earthing busbar the duct.
The earthing busbar is made of electrolytic
copper and it runs longitudinally throughout the Evacuation from the room of the hot gases and
switchgear, thereby guaranteeing maximum incandescent particles produced by the internal
personnel and installation safety. arc must normally be carried out. The UniGear
ZS2 switchgear can be fitted with a complete
Insulating bushings and shutters range of solutions to satisfy all requirements,
The insulating bushings in the circuit-breaker either in the case where evacuation is possible
compartment contain the contacts for directly at the end of the switchgear, or when
connection of the circuit-breaker with the busbar solutions from the rear are requested.
compartment and cable compartment Please contact your ABB sales representative for
respectively. more information.

The insulating bushings are of single-pole type Busbar applications


and are made of epoxy resin. The shutters are Each switchgear unit can optionally be fitted with
metallic and are activated automatically during an accessory busbar application:
movement of the circuit-breaker from the racked- • current or voltage transformers for busbar
out position to the operation position and vice measurements
versa. • top entry duct to make interconnections
between different sections of switchgear
Cables
Single core cables up to a maximum of four per
phase can be used depending on the rated
voltage, the unit dimensions and the cable cross
section (please refer to page 44).
The switchgear can be wall-mounted as the
cables are easily accessible from the front.


01
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UniGear ZS2
Type-tested

— The UniGear ZS2 switchgear has undergone all Description of IEC type tests
01 UniGear ZS2 during
internal arc test the tests required by the international (IEC)
Standards and local Standards organizations. Short-time and peak withstand current
As indicated in these standards, the tests were The test shows that the main power and the
carried out on the switchgear units considered earthing circuits resist the stresses caused by the
most sensitive to the effects of the tests and passage of the short-circuit current without any
therefore the results were extended across the damage.
whole range.
It should also be noted that both the earthing
Each switchgear unit is subjected to routine tests system of the withdrawable circuit-breaker and
in the factory before delivery. the earthing busbar of the switchgear are
These tests are intended to provide a functional subjected to the test.
check of the switchgear based on the specific The mechanical and electrical properties of the
characteristics of each installation. main busbar system and of the top and bottom
branch connections remain unchanged even in
IEC type tests the case of a short-circuit.
• Short-time and peak withstand current
• Temperature rise Temperature rise
• Internal arc capability The temperature rise test is carried out at the
• Dielectric test rated current value of the switchgear unit and
• Making and breaking capacity of circuit-breaker shows that the temperature does not become
• Earthing switch making capacity excessive in any part of the switchgear unit.
• Mechanical operations of circuit-breaker and During the test, both the switchgear and the
earthing switch circuit-breaker it may be fitted with are checked.

IEC routine factory tests Internal arc capability


Visual inspection and check Please refer to page 12.
• Mechanical sequence operations
• Cabling check Dielectric test
• Electrical sequence operations These tests verify that the switchgear has
• Power frequency sufficient capability to withstand the lightning
• Measurement of the resistance of the main impulse and the power frequency voltage.
circuits The power frequency withstand voltage test is
• Secondary insulation test carried out as a type test, but it is also a routine
— • IP degree (optional) test on every switchgear unit manufactured.
01
T Y P E -T E S T E D 15

— Circuit-breaker making and breaking capacity Mechanical operations


01 UniGear ZS2 during
internal arc test The circuit-breaker is subjected to the rated The mechanical endurance tests on all the
current and short-circuit current breaking tests. operating parts ensures the reliability of the
Furthermore, it is also subjected to the opening apparatus. General experience in the electro-
and closing of capacitive and inductive loads, technical sector shows that mechanical faults are
capacitor banks and/or cable lines. one of the most common causes of a fault in an
installation. The circuit-breaker is tested by
Earthing switch making capacity carrying out a high number of operations - higher
The EK6/ST earthing switch of the UniGear ZS2 than those which are normally carried out by
switchgear can be closed under short-circuit. installations in operation.
Although, the earthing switch is normally
interlocked to avoid being operated on circuits Furthermore, the switchgear components are
which are still live. part of a quality control program and samples are
regularly taken from the production lines and
However, should this happen for any one of subjected to mechanical life tests to verify that
several reasons, personnel would be fully the quality is identical to that of the components
safeguarded. subjected to the type tests.
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UniGear ZS2
Arc-proof

When developing modern medium voltage The internal arc test verifies that the
switchgear, personnel safety must necessarily compartment doors remain closed and that no
take priority. This is why the UniGear ZS2 components are ejected from the switchgear
switchgear has been designed and tested to even when subjected to very high pressures, and
withstand an internal arc due to a short-circuit that no flames or incandescent gases penetrate,
current of the same current level as the maximum thereby ensuring safety of the personnel near the
short-time withstand level. switchgear.
The tests show that the metal housing of UniGear
ZS2 switchgear is able to protect personnel near The test also ensure that no holes are produced in
the switchgear in the case of a fault which evolves external accessible parts of the housing, and
as far as striking an internal arc. finally, that all the connections to the earthing
An internal arc is a highly unlikely fault, although circuit remain intact, hence guaranteeing the
it can theoretically be caused by various factors, safety of personnel who may access the
such as: switchgear after the fault.
• Insulation defects due to quality deterioration
of the components. The reasons can be adverse The IEC 62271-200 Standard describes the
environmental conditions and a highly polluted methods to be used for carrying out the test and
atmosphere. the criteria which the switchgear must conform to.
• Over voltages of atmospheric origin or The UniGear ZS2 switchgear fully conforms to all
generated by the operation of a component. the five criteria indicated by the IEC standards.
• Inadequate training of the personnel in charge
of the installation. • General: classification IAC (initials for Internal
• Breakage or tampering of the safety interlocks. Arc Classified)
• Overheating of the contact area, due to the • Accessibility: A, B or C (switchgear accessible to
presence of corrosive agents or when the authorized personnel only (A), to all (B), not
connections are not sufficiently tightened. accessible due to installation (C)
• Entry of small animals into the switchgear (i.e. • F, L, R: access from the front (F – Front), from
through cable entrance). the sides (L – Lateral) and from the rear
• Material left behind inside the switchgear (R – rear)
during maintenance operations. • Test values: test current in kilo amperes (kA),
and duration in seconds (s)
The characteristics of the UniGear ZS2
switchgear notably reduce the incidence of these UniGear ZS2 switchgear is classified IAC AFLR.
causes for faults, but some of them may not be
eliminated completely. When the switchgear is specified and installed,
The energy produced by the internal arc causes some fundamental points must be taken into
the following phenomena: consideration:
• Increase in the internal pressure • Level of the fault current (31.5 kA)
• Increase in temperature • Duration of the fault (1s)
• Visual and acoustic effects • Escape routes for the hot and toxic gases
• Mechanical stresses on the switchgear produced by combustion of materials
structure • Dimensions of the room, with special attention
• Melting, decomposition and evaporation of to the height
materials
Please consult your ABB representatives for
Unless suitably protected, these phenomena have detailed information.
very serious consequences for the personnel, The parameters of each specific plant mean that
such as wounding (due to the shock wave, flying evacuation of the hot gases and incandescent
parts and the doors opening) and burns (due to particles must be checked very carefully in order
emission of hot gases). to ensure and maintain personnel safety.
ARC-PROOF 17

— Fault limiting systems TVOC


01 Arc duration and
damage caused The structure of the UniGear ZS2 switchgear This system consists of an electronic monitoring
offers complete passive type protection against device located in the low voltage compartment
the effects of a fault due to an internal arc for a which is connected to optic sensors. These are
time of 1 s for 31.5 kA. distributed in the power compartments and are
connected to the device by means of optic fibers.
ABB has also developed optimal active protection When a certain pre-set light level is exceeded, the
systems which allow very important objectives to device opens the circuit-breakers.
be achieved: To prevent the system from intervening due to
• Detection and extinction of the fault, normally light occasionally generated by external
in less than 100ms, which improves network phenomena (flash of a camera, reflections of
stability external lights, etc.), current transformers can
• Limitation of the consequences of the damage also be connected to the monitoring device.
on the apparatus The protection module only sends the opening
• Limitation of outage time for the switchgear command to the circuit-breaker if it receives the
unit light and short-circuit current signal
For active protection against an internal arc, simultaneously.
devices consisting of various types of sensors Total tripping time: 2 ms TVOC + 60 ms circuit-
can be installed in the various compartments, breaker.
which detect the immediate outburst of the fault
and carry out selective tripping of the circuit- REA
breakers. This system offers the same functionality as
TVOC. The REA system consists of the main unit
The limiting systems are based on sensors which (REA 101) and optional extension units (REA 103,
exploit the pressure or light generated by the arc 105, 107) which make it possible to create
fault. customized solutions with selective tripping.
For more information, please see the dedicated
ITH chapter at page 38.
The ITH sensors consist of micro-switches Total tripping time: 2,5 ms REA + 60 ms circuit-
positioned on the top of the switchgear near the breaker.
gas exhaust flaps of the two power
compartments (busbars and circuit-breaker/ Arc protection in IED
cables). The REF615, RET615, REM615 and REF610 IEDs
The shock wave makes the flaps open and (Intelligent Electronic Device) can optionally be
operate the micro-switches connected to the fitted with a fast and selective arc flash
shunt opening release of the circuit-breaker. protection. It offers a two- to three-channel arc-
Total tripping time: 15 ms ITH + 60 ms circuit- fault protection system for arc flash supervision
breaker. of the circuit breaker, cable and busbar
compartment of switchgear panels.

Total tripping time: 12 ms IED + 60 ms circuit-


breaker.

kA2 s

steel

copper

cables

0 100 200 500 ms


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UniGear ZS2
Safety
The UniGear ZS2 switchgear is fitted with all the interlocks and
accessories needed to guarantee the highest level of safety and reliability
for both installation and personnel.

— Interlocks applying the padlocks to the insertion slots of the


01 Triple key lock on
earthing switch The safety mechanical interlocks are standard relevant operating levers. The padlock can also be
ones [1÷4A]. They are set out by the IEC standards applied to the earthing switch of busbar
and are therefore necessary to guarantee the applications.
correct operation sequence.
The metallic segregation shutters [15] between
The presence of ABB safety interlocks guarantees circuit-breaker, busbars and cables
the highest level of reliability, even in the case of compartments can be locked by means of two
an accidental error, and provide an “error-free” independent padlocks in both the open and
system of interlocks. closed positions.
Padlocks from 4 to 8 mm diameter can be
Keys accommodated.
The use of key interlocks is very important in
realizing the interlocking logics between panels Locking magnets
of the same switchgear, or of other medium, low The locking magnets enable automatic
and high voltage switchgear. The logics are interlocking logics without human intervention.
realized by means of distributors or by ringing The circuit-breaker racking-in/out [16] and the
the keys. earthing switch ON/OFF [17] operations can be
interlocked. This magnet can also be applied to
The apparatus truck [6] can be locked in the the earthing switch of busbar applications.
racked-out position and the relevant lock key can
only be removed with the apparatus in this The magnets operate with active logics and
position. therefore the lack of auxiliary voltage leaves the
interlocking system active (in safety condition).
The earthing switch closing [7] and opening [8]
operations can be locked by means of keys.
The latter can only be removed with the earthing
switch in an opposed position to the lock to be
made. These locks can also be applied to the
earthing switch of busbar applications.

The circuit-breaker racking-in/out operations [9]


and earthing switch opening/closing [10] can be
prevented by means of key locks, which prevent
insertion of the relevant operating levers.
The key lock can also be applied to the earthing
switch of busbar applications. The keys can
always be removed.

Padlocks
The circuit-breaker [11] and cables [12]
compartment doors can be locked in the closed
position by means of padlocks. The operations
for apparatus racking-in/out [13] and earthing —
switch opening/closing [14] can be prevented by 01
SAFET Y 19


Standard safety interlocks

Type Description Condition to be fulfilled


A Apparatus racking-in/out Apparatus in OFF position
1
B Apparatus closing Defined truck position
A Apparatus racking-in Apparatus multi-contact plug plugged
2
B Apparatus multi-contact plug unplugging Truck in test position
A Earthing switch closing Truck in test position
3
B Apparatus racking-in Earthing switch in OFF position
A Apparatus racking-in Apparatus compartment door closed
4
B Apparatus compartment door opening Truck in test position
A Feeder compartment door opening Earthing switch in OFF position
5
B Earthing switch opening Cable compartment door closed


Keys (on request)

Type Description Condition to be fulfilled


6 Apparatus racking-in lock Can only be removed with the truck in the racked-out position
7 Earthing switch closing lock Can only be removed with the earthing switch open
8 Earthing switch opening lock Can only be removed with the earthing closed
9 Insertion of the apparatus raking-in/out crank lever Can always be removed
10 Insertion of the earthing switch operating lever Can always be removed


Padlocks (on request)

Type Description
11 Apparatus compartment door opening
12 Cable compartment door opening
13 Insertion of the apparatus raking-in/out crank lever
14 Insertion of the earthing switch operating lever
15 Shutters opening or closing


Locking magnets (on request)

Type Description Condition to be fulfilled


16 Apparatus racking-in/out Magnet energized
17 Earthing switch ON/OFF Magnet energized


Standard accessory devices

Type Description Condition to be fulfilled


The apparatus multi-contact plug and relative switchgear unit socket are
18 equipped with a mechanical matrix, that disables apparatus racking-in
Apparatus-switchgear unit compatibility matrix into a switchgear unit with an inappropriate rated current.
The apparatus compartment is equipped with a mechanical device, that
enables circuit-breaker opening directly by means of the front operating
19
Circuit-breaker mechanical operating mechanism mechanism pushbutton, keeping the door closed. The controls can be
(Open push button) operated with the circuit-breakers in the service and racked-out position.


Optional accessory devices

Type Description Condition to be fulfilled


The apparatus compartment is equipped with a mechanical device, that
enables circuit-breaker closing directly by means of the front operating
20
Circuit-breaker mechanical operating mechanism mechanism pushbuttons, keeping the door closed. The controls can be
(Close push button) operated with the circuit-breakers in the service and racked-out position.
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UniGear ZS2
Vacuum circuit-breaker
UniGear ZS2 switchgear can be fitted with the widest range of apparatus
available on the market today, and of these the vacuum circuit-breaker
now occupies a position of prime importance in all sectors of primary
distribution.

— Vacuum circuit-breakers cover the whole range of The VD4 circuit-breakers are used in electrical
01 VD4
switchgear parameters and therefore the whole distribution for control and protection of cables,
— range of applications. In standard version circuit overhead lines, transformer and distribution
02 VD4
breakers are withdrawable cassette type. substations, motors, transformers, generators
— and capacitor banks.
03 VD4 circuit-breaker
In case of need floor truck type circuit breakers
also can be provided as an option. Many years of Poles
experience gained in developing and using The VD4 medium voltage circuit-breakers use
vacuum interrupters is today reflected in the vacuum interrupters embedded in poles.
range of ABB circuit-breakers, which stand out for Embedding the interrupter in the pole makes the
their exceptional electrical and mechanical circuit-breaker particularly sturdy and protects
characteristics, extremely long life, low the interrupter itself against shocks, deposits of
maintenance, compactness and the use of highly dust and humidity.
innovative construction techniques. ABB develops
and produces a complete range of interrupters The vacuum interrupter houses the contacts and
for use in circuit-breakers and contactors and for provides the interruption chamber.
all medium voltage applications.
ABB circuit-breakers use the most advanced
VD4 circuit-breaker vacuum breaking techniques: with radial
The VD4 medium voltage circuit-breaker magnetic flow for circuit- breakers with medium-
interrupters use the vacuum to extinguish the low performance and with axial magnetic flow for
electric arc and as the insulating medium. those with high breaking capacity. Both
Thanks to the unequalled properties of vacuum techniques guarantee even distribution of the arc
and the breaking technique used, current roots over the whole surface of the contacts,
interruption takes place without arc chopping allowing optimum performance at all current
and without over voltages. Restoration of the values.
dielectric properties following interruption is
extremely rapid.

— — —
01 02 03
VA C U U M C I R C U I T- B R E A K E R 21

— The structure of a vacuum interrupter is relatively contacts to be re-established within a few


01 Interchangeable
Vacuum circuit-breaker simple. The housing is made up of a ceramic milliseconds. Supervision of the vacuum level is
and SF6 circuit-breaker insulator closed at the ends by stainless steel not necessary as the circuit-breaker poles are
with UniGear ZS2.
covers. The contacts are made of pure copper and sealed-for-life pressure systems and do not
sintered chrome and are welded to the copper require any maintenance.
terminals. A metallic bellows allows movement of
the moving contact-terminal group, at the same Operating mechanism
time guaranteeing that the vacuum is maintained The VD4 circuit-breaker is fitted with a
in the interrupter. mechanical stored energy type operating
mechanism.
The interrupter components are welded in an The free trip mechanism allows opening and
environment under a very strong vacuum to closing operations independent of the operator.
guarantee a vacuum of less than 10 Pa in the The operating mechanism spring system can be
interrupter. This means that the interrupter does recharged either manually or by means of a
not any ionisable material. In any case, on geared motor.
detachment of the contacts, an electric arc is
generated which only consists of the melted and The apparatus can be opened and closed by
vaporised material of the contact. A metallic means of the pushbuttons on the front of the
shield is integrated inside the interrupter to operating mechanism or by means of electric
capture the metallic vapors given off during releases (shunt closing, shunt opening and
interruption, as well as for controlling the electric undervoltage).
field. The particular shape of the contacts The circuit-breakers are always fitted with an
generates a magnetic field which forces the arc to anti-pumping device to eliminate the possibility
rotate and to involve a much wider surface than of simultaneous opening and closing commands,
that of a fixed contact arc. closing commands with springs discharged or
Apart from limiting the thermal stress on the with the main contacts not yet in their run-end
contacts, this makes contact erosion negligible position.
and, above all, allows the interruption process to
be controlled even with very high short circuit Truck
currents. The poles and operating mechanism are fixed
onto a metal support and handling truck.
The electric arc remains supported by the The truck is provided with a wheel system which
external energy until the current passes through makes the operations for racking the apparatus
its natural zero. into and out of the switchgear unit possible with
The ABB vacuum interrupters are zero current the door closed. The truck allows efficient
interrupters and are free of any re-striking earthing of the circuit-breaker by means of the
phenomena. metallic structure of the switchgear unit.
The rapid reduction of the current density and The vacuum circuit-breaker truck can be motor-
fast condensation of the metallic vapors, that operated.
happens at the at the instant that the current The racking-out and racking-in operations can be
passes through zero, allow the maximum carried out by means of electrical controls, either
dielectric strength between the interrupter locally by the operator or by a remote system.

Apparatus-operator interface
The front part of the circuit-breaker provides the
user interface.
It features the following equipment:
• ON pushbutton
• OFF pushbutton
• Operation counter
• Indicator of the circuit-breaker open and closed
state
• Indicator of the charged or discharged state of
the operating mechanism springs
• Manual charging device for the operating
mechanism springs
• Override selector of the undervoltage release
(optional)

Standards
IEC 62271-100 for the circuit-breaker
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Gas circuit-breaker

UniGear ZS2 switchgear can be fitted either with Poles


vacuum circuit-breakers or with SF6 circuit- The HD4 circuit-breaker poles use the autopuffer
breakers. breaking system, combining the compression and
self-blast techniques in a single solution.
The ABB vacuum and gas series of circuit- The autopuffer system is the most innovative
breakers are mechanically interchangeable and technique in the field of gas circuit-breakers and
the same switchgear unit can therefore take originates from high voltage apparatus.
either type of apparatus. Only ABB can offer The combination of the compression and self-
apparatus representing both techniques for the blast techniques allows the best performance to
whole range of applications, voltage levels (36 be obtained at all current values. Both techniques
kV), rated current (1250...2500 A) and breaking are always present, but whereas the former
capacity (16...31.5 kA). This makes it possible to operates optimally in switching low currents, the
specify the optimum solution for the installation latter acts effectively during operation at higher
characteristics and the feeders to be switched current values. The autopuffer technique allows
and protected. the use of a smaller quantity of gas than that
ABB’s long practical experience shows that the required by circuit-breakers based on other
two types of circuit-breakers are equally valid and techniques. For the same reason, the gas
complementary. pressure is also considerably reduced. The
autopuffer technique guarantees the insulating
The HD4 medium voltage circuit-breakers use withstand voltage and the breaking capacity up
sulphur hexafluoride gas (SF6) to extinguish the to 30% of the rated value, even with zero relative
electric arc and as the insulating medium. pressure.
Thanks to the excellent properties of SF6 gas,
interruption of the currents takes place without
arc chopping and over voltages. There is no
restriking phenomenon after interruption and the
dielectric properties following interruption are
recovered extremely rapidly.
Circuit-breakers are available for all electric
power distribution applications. They are
particularly recommended for use on capacitor
banks, motors, transformers insulated in oil and
in installations where components which are
particularly sensitive to dielectric and dynamic
stresses are installed (for example, old cables or
transformers).
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SF6 gas pressure level monitoring is not Truck


necessary, since the circuit-breaker poles are The poles and operating mechanism are fixed
sealed-for-life pressure systems and are onto a metal support and handling truck.
maintenance-free. They are fitted with a pressure The truck is provided with a wheel system which
control device for checking that the makes the operations for racking the apparatus
characteristics are not altered due to transport or out of and into the switchgear unit possible with
incorrect operations. the door closed. The truck allows effective
earthing of the circuit-breaker by means of the
Operating mechanism metallic structure of the switchgear unit.
The HD4 circuit-breaker is fitted with a
mechanical stored energy operating mechanism. Apparatus-operator interface
This is free-tripping and therefore allows opening The front panel of the circuit-breaker provides the
and closing operations independent of the user interface. It features the following equipment:
operator. • ON pushbutton
The operating mechanism spring system can be • OFF pushbutton
recharged either manually or by means of a • Operation counter
geared motor. The operating mechanism is of the • Indicator of the circuit-breaker open and closed
same type for the whole series and has a state
standardized range of accessories and spare • Indicator of the charged and discharged state
parts. All the accessory components can easily be of the operating mechanism springs
replaced by means of plug-socket connectors. • Manual charging device for the operating
Opening and the closing of the apparatus can be mechanism springs
carried out by pushbuttons on the front of the • Override selector of the undervoltage release
operating mechanism or by electric releases (optional)
(shunt closing, shunt opening and undervoltage). • LED gas pressure indicator (optional)
The circuit-breakers are always fitted with an
anti-pumping device to eliminate the possibility Standards
of simultaneous opening and closing commands, IEC 62271-100 for the circuit-breaker
closing commands with springs discharged or IEC 60376 for the SF6 gas
with the main contacts not yet in their run-end
position.
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Service trucks

The UniGear ZS2 range is equipped with all the and earths the contacts connected to the top
service trucks needed to complete the switchgear branch connections (and therefore to the main
and required for service and maintenance busbar system) by means of the switchgear
operations. structure. The earthing truck of the power cables,
The trucks are divided into five different types: during the racking-in phase, only activates the
• Earthing without making capacity bottom shutter and earths the contacts
• Power cable test connected to the bottom branch connections
• Isolation without making capacity (and therefore to the power cables) by means of
• Fused without making capacity the switchgear structure. These trucks can also
• Shutter test be used in the bus-tie unit. In this case, they earth
one of the two sides of the main busbar system.
Earthing truck without making capacity
These trucks carry out the same function as the Power cable test truck
earthing switches without making capacity. They These trucks allow the insulation tests on the
therefore have no capacity to earth live circuits in power cables to be carried out without accessing
fault conditions. the feeder compartment or disconnecting the
They are used to ensure an additional fixed earth, cables from the switchgear. The use of these
as is required by some installation service and trucks anticipates removal of the apparatus from
maintenance procedures, as a further safety the switchgear (circuit-breaker) and its
guarantee for personnel. replacement with the truck.
The use of these trucks anticipates removal of the The truck, during the racking-in phase, only
apparatus from the switchgear (circuit-breaker) activates the bottom shutter and, by means of
and its replacement with the truck. the connectors it is fitted with, allows connection
of the test apparatus cables.
This truck is available in two versions: This truck can only be used in the incoming/
• Earthing of the main busbar system outgoing feeders with the door open.
• Earthing of the power cables

The earthing truck of the main busbars, during


the racking-in phase, only lifts the top shutter
SERVICE TRUCKS 25

— Isolating truck without making capacity Shutter test truck


01 Fused Switch (Circuit
Breaker ) feeder The isolating truck allows the top switchgear These truck allow the shutter tests on the shutter
contacts to be connected directly to the bottom to be carried out without accessing the feeder
ones. Connection is made safe by using the poles compartment. The use of these trucks anticipates
to insulate the connection busbars from the removal of the apparatus from the switchgear
external environment. (circuit-breaker) and its replacement with the
In the incoming/outgoing feeder units it connects truck. The truck, during the racking-in phase,
the main busbar system to the power cables, activates the upper and bottom shutter. This
whereas in the bus-tie, to the two sides of the truck can be used in the incoming/outgoing
busbar system. This truck has its application in feeders with the door closed.
UniGear ZS2 switchgear for making incoming/
outgoing feeders without a circuit-breaker in Fused Switch (Circuit Breaker) feeder
radial networks, for making cable connections Fused switch (circuit breaker feeder) can be used
between two items of switchgear placed in front with fuses up to 200A to protect transformers
of each other, in making interconnection units and lines. This solution gives LSC2B solution for
and in creating the bus-tie riser configuration transformers protection also with a fuse blown
with double insulation (in this case, both the units indication. Vacuum or SF6 circuit breaker is used
are made up of bus-ties, the former fitted with a to switch the line also to trip the feeder with fuse
circuit breaker and the latter with an isolating blown contact. This solution is available only with
truck). 1200 mm width cubicle.

Fused truck without making capacity


The fused truck can be used to protect small
power transformers up to 250 kVA with 10 A
fuses. It is developed to provide cost effective
and technically best possible solution for small
transformers. It is developed and tested
according to IEC 62271 with M0 class. Fuse
breaking capacity of apparatus is 40 kA. The
fused truck needs to be electrically interlocked
with downstream LV circuit breaker to protect
racking in/out while the down stream circuit
breaker is on.


01

Power cable earthing Cable test truck.


Main busbar system earthing truck,without making capacity.
truck, without making capacity

Fused truck. Shutter test truck Isolating truck.


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Instrument transformers

— Block type current transformers measurement of the phase currents of the


01 Toroidal current
transformer The block type current transformers are epoxy switchgear unit. Fitting on the supply side of the
resin insulated and used to supply the apparatus compartment is also possible (busbar

02 1250 A measurement devices and protection applications) for measuring the busbar currents
instruments. These transformers can have a or for realizing particular protection schemes.

03 2500 A wound core or a bushing bar with one or more
cores, with performance and accuracy classes Ring core current transformers
suitable for the installation requirements. The toroidal transformers are of the epoxy resin
They conform to the IEC 61869-2 standards. insulated type and are used to supply
Their dimensions are in accordance with the DIN measurement and protection devices.
42600 narrow type standard, in the medium and These transformers can feature either a closed or
long size versions up to 3150 A. openable core. They can be used both for
The current transformers can also be provided measuring phase currents or for detecting the
with a capacitive socket for connection to voltage earth fault current.
signaling devices.
The current transformers are normally fitted on They conform with the IEC 61869-2 standards.
the load side of the apparatus compartment for

— — —
01 02 03
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— Voltage transformers The withdrawable trucks also allow replacement


01 Single-pole
VTs with fuse The voltage transformers are of the epoxy resin of the fuses with the switchgear in service. Truck
insulated type and are used to supply racking-out with the door closed automatically

02 Single pole VTs measurement and protection devices. operates closure of a metallic segregation shutter
They are available for fixed assembly or for between the live parts of the switchgear

03 Double-pole VTs installation on removable and withdrawable and the instrument compartment.
trucks. Fixed voltage transformers can be installed
They conform with the IEC 61869-3 Standards. directly on the main busbar system (busbar
Their dimensions are in accordance with the DIN applications).
42600 Narrow type Standard. Withdrawable type voltage transformers can be
These transformers can have one or two poles, installed in to the cable compartments of
with performance and precision classes suited to incoming/outgoing feeders for power cable side
the functional requirements of the instruments voltage measuring.
connected to them.
When they are installed on removable or
withdrawable trucks they are fitted with medium
voltage protection fuses.

— — —
01 02 03
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Measurement sensors

— Sensors – Electronic instrument transformers • Perfecting of fault analysis


01 KECA ring core
type sensor An alternative solution for measuring currents is • Simplification of engineering tasks
an electronic instrument transformer, called a • KECA ring core type sensor

02 Circuit breaker “sensor” for short. This product can replace • More rapid and less costly switchgear
with trolley conventional instrument transformers of both modifications and upgrading
— block and ring core types. • Simple and safe test maintenance operations.
03 Busbar compartment The characteristic feature of ABB sensors is the • Reduction in faults in the measurement and
— level of output signal, which is analogue voltage protection apparatus
04 Circuit breaker signal. The output signal level depends on the • Safety for operators due to elimination of
compartment
with shutters principle used and can be: accidental opening of secondary CT’s circuits
• In the range of mV for current sensor (typical • Optimization of maintenance programmes

05 Cable compartment value is 150 mV at rated 80 A primary current) • Reduction in the number of spare parts
with current • Lower life cycle cost
transformers
The UniGear ZS2 can be fitted with 2 sensor
types: Current sensor
• KECA 250B1 – ring type current sensor The current sensor consists of a Rogowski coil
• KECA A – ring type current sensor without the ferromagnetic core.
The coil is formed by a uniform winding over a
Characteristics of the sensors closed non-magnetic core of constant cross
• Linear response over the whole measurement section. The induced voltage in the secondary
field circuit is directly proportional to the variation in
• Excellent frequency response the let-through current. The multi-purpose device
• No hysteresis phenomenon integrates the signal to obtain the current value.
• High degree of immunity to electromagnetic They conform to the IEC 60044-8 Standards.
disturbance
• A single instrument for protection and Rogowski coil
measurement devices
• Cl.1 overall class of measurement (sensors and
multi purpose unit) Up
• Any short-circuits or interruptions of the
secondary circuit do not cause any damage
• The output signal remains very low even in
primary fault situations
• Test terminal blocks are not required
• Connection between the sensor and the Uout
measurement and protection instrument is
made with shielded cables and connectors The output signal (Uout) is a voltage (150 mV at
50Hz and 180mV at 60Hz) proportional to the
Benefits provided by the sensors variation in the current time (Ip); the current
• Improvement of selectivity measurement is obtained by integrating the signal.
• More efficient fault location
dip
Uout = M
dt

Characteristics of the current sensors


• No saturation phenomenon
• Precise measurement of the fault currents
• The sensor winding can remain open even with
the switchgear in service

01 • Just two coils cover the range from 0 to 2500 A
M
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02

03


05


04
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Distribution automation
ABB’s power protection philosophy system and the damage and danger caused by a
Having delivered protection relays to more than network fault. Substation automation provides
100 countries, ABB fully understands the need for remote control and monitoring capabilities,
diverse protection philosophies that meet local which speed up the location of faults and the
legislation, safety requirements and engineering restoration of the power supply. Fast operation of
practice. Therefore, ABB has developed a power the protection relays also minimizes post-fault
protection philosophy that not only serves the load peaks. Together with voltage dips, post-fault
specific needs and requirements of diverse power load peaks increase the risk of the disturbance
systems, but also creates confidence and peace spreading to healthy parts of the network. The
of mind for both the power system owners and sensitivity of the protection must be adequate to
users. detect relatively high resistance earth faults and
short-circuits in the most distant parts of the
The main purpose of a protection relay system is network. Reliable selectivity is essential to limit
to recognize any abnormal power system the loss of power supply to as small a part of the
condition(s), or abnormally operating system network as possible, and to allow the faulted part
component(s). Based on the information of the network to be reliably located. Corrective
gathered, the protection system will initiate actions can then be directed to the faulty part of
corrective actions that return the system to its the network, so that the power supply can be
normal operating state. This provides a safe restored as quickly as possible.
environment for all.
The protection system must have a high degree
Protection relays are activated when something of reliability. This also means that if, for example,
abnormal has happened in the power system; the circuit breaker (CB) fails to operate, the
they do not prevent network faults from arising. back-up protection will clear the fault. Substation
Selecting the right protection functions and automation (SA) puts the operator in complete
methods improves the performance and the control of the substation. In addition, SA
reliability of the protection system, thus improves the power quality of the transmission
minimizing the effects of network faults and and distribution network under normal operation,
preventing the disturbance from spreading to the but especially in a disturbance situation and
healthy parts of the network. during substation maintenance activities. An SA
or SCADA brings the full benefits of digital
Advantages of a complete protection system technology into protection and control of the
Close attention must be paid to operating speed, networks. The protection relays are easily set-up
sensitivity, selectivity and reliability of the and parameterized through easy and safe access
protection system. There is a strong correlation from the operator’s workplace.
between the operating speed of the protection
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Distribution automation

Relion® protection and control relays Relion 605 series


The Relion® product family offers the widest The Relion 605 series protection relays feature
range of products for the protection, control, basic devices that fulfill the essential protection
measurement and supervision of power systems needs in medium-voltage networks. The series is
for IEC and ANSI applications – from generation best suited for secondary distribution
and interconnected transmission grids over applications. These relays are well-known for
primary distribution to secondary distribution their straight forward approach to protection.
kiosks.
Relion 611 series
The Relion protection relays are deeply rooted in The Relion 611 series protection relays are
ABB’s vast experience of developing successful powerful and very easy-to-use protection devices
protection and control relays. These relays have in a compact design. The 611 series relays are
been developed during many years and are built delivered with a pre-configured application,
on the experience gathered from wide ranging which can be adapted, to a limited extent, to
application and functionality requirements of application-specific needs. The series offers pre-
ABB’s customers globally. configured solutions, which are ideally suited for
utility distribution and industrial applications.
To ensure interoperable and future-proof
solutions, Relion products have been designed to Relion 615 series
implement the core values of the IEC 61850 The Relion 615 series protection relays can be
standard. The genuine implementation of the defined as a compact and versatile solution for
IEC 61850 substation modeling and communi­ power distribution in utility and industrial
cation standard covers both vertical and applications. The 615 series provides standard
horizontal information exchange between configurations, which allows you to easily adapt
protection relays and external systems. The and set-up your applications, still allowing you to
protection and control IED manager PCM600 adapt the configuration according to application-
provides versatile functionality throughout the specific needs. The 615 series combines compact­
life cycle of all Relion protection and control ness and powerful features in one smart package.
relays. PCM600 is IEC 61850 compliant, which
ensures smooth engineering of the relays and Relion 620 series
enables information exchange with other The Relion 620 series protection relays increase
IEC 61850 compliant tools. flexibility in demanding utility and industrial
applications for power distribution. They are
With these products, you benefit from ABB’s delivered with example configurations to ease
leading-edge technology, global application adaptation into your specific applications. The
knowledge and experienced support network. series offers customization possibilities, which
The Relion technology is leading the way and supports higher levels of standardization in the
setting the future trends in the field of protection applications. The 620 series extends the hard­
and control systems. ware possibilities further compared to the 615
series.
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Relion 630 series Relion 670 series


The pre-configured Relion 630 series protection The Relion 670 series protection and control
relays feature flexible and scalable functionality relays provide versatile functionality, as well as
to adapt to different needs in power distribution maximum flexibility and performance to meet the
networks and industrial applications. The 630 highest requirements of any application in
series protection relays contain pre-configured generation, transmission and sub-transmission
application configurations, which can be freely protection systems. The 670 series relays are
tailored to meet specific requirements for available as pre-configured and fully customized
distribution applications. relays.

Relion 650 series Relion Interactive Selection Guide


The Relion 650 series offers ease of use from The Relion Interactive Selection Guide (ISG) helps
ready-to-use solutions. The 650 series protection you select the protection relay type that is the
relays provide optimum ‘off-the-shelf’ solutions. most suitable for your application. It also
These relays are equipped and configured with provides links to relevant documentation online.
complete protection functionality and default The Relion ISG is available at
parameters to meet the needs of a wide range of http://abb.relionisg.com.
applications within generation, transmission and
sub-transmission.


01 Relion protection and
control product family
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Distribution automation

Feeder protection A specific area for applying line differential


Feeder protection, or more exactly protection for protection is emerging with feeder applications
overhead lines and cables, is the most used type requiring an absolutely selective unit protection
of protection in power systems. The protection system. The zone-of-protection for a line
has to ensure that the power grid continues to differential protection system is the feeder
supply energy. In the event of a fault, it has to be section, defined by the location between the
prevented from spreading to healthy parts of the current measurement devices (current
network. The relays also have to minimize the transformers or Rogowski coils). In certain cases
damage to the cables and other connected there can be a power transformer within the
equipment, as well as ensure safety for operating protection zone. Unit protection guarantees
personnel. exact and fast isolation of the fault and allows
continued operation of the unaffected part of the
ABB has a large number of feeder protection power network.
relays. There are several multifunctional
protection relays for different application ranges. These are just a few examples of the major
Among the protection relays there are some used protection functions for feeders. More details can
for general feeder protection (protection against be found in the technical documentation available
overcurrent) and as back-up protection. There are online for ABB’s protection and control devices.
also more specialized relays, for example, for line
differential protection. Product offering
The recommended products for feeder
The selected protection scheme has to fulfill the protection are part of ABB’s Relion® product
application specific requirements regarding family. The Relion product family offers the
sensitivity, selectivity and operating speed. The widest range of products for the protection,
protection requirements are mainly determined control, measurement and supervision of power
by the physical structure of the network. In most systems for IEC and ANSI applications.
cases the requirements, listed above, can be
fulfilled with non-directional/directional over- Relion 605 series
current protection functions. The Relion 605 series protection relays feature
basic devices that fulfill the essential protection
In power networks with a more complex needs in medium-voltage networks. These relays
structure, more advanced protection functions, are well-known for their straight forward
such as, distance protection or line differential approach to protection.
protection, may have to be introduced.
Relion 611 series
The purpose of the over and undervoltage The Relion 611 series offers a pre-configured
protection system is to monitor the network’s solution for power distribution in utility and
voltage level. If the voltage level deviates from the industrial applications. The series is a suitable
target value by more than the permitted margin choice for protection and control of standard
for a specific time period, the voltage protection feeders. The protection relays are delivered pre-
system limits the duration of the abnormal configured for easier and faster relay engineering
condition and the stresses caused to the power and shorter time-to-operation.
system or its components.
Relion 615 series
To prevent major outages due to frequency The Relion 615 series offers a compact and
disturbances, sub-stations are usually equipped versatile solution for power distribution in utility
with underfrequency protection relays, which in and industrial applications. The protection relays
turn, control various load-shedding schemes. are delivered with a standard configuration for
easier and faster relay engineering and shorter
time-to-operation.
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— Relion 620 series For more information, please refer to the


01 Basic range:
Feeder protection REF601 The Relion 620 series offers flexibility and following documentation:
and self-powered feeder performance for demanding power distribution • Feeder Protection REF601 Product Guide
protection REJ603
— in utility and industrial applications. The series • Self-Powered Feeder Protection REJ603
02 Medium range: offers wider application coverage in one product Product Guide
Feeder protection
and control REF611, compared to the 615 series, which enables wider • Feeder Protection and Control REF611 Product
Feeder protection standardization of the product type in your Guide
and control REF615
— application. The 620 series protection relays are • Line Differential Protection and Control RED615
03 High range: delivered with an example configuration, which Product Guide
Feeder protection
and control REF620, helps adaptation to user specific requirements. • Feeder Protection and Control REF615 Product
Feeder protection Guide
and control REF630
Relion 630 series • Feeder Protection and Control REF620 Product
The Relion 630 series protection relays feature Guide
flexible and scalable functionality to adapt to • Feeder Protection and Control REF630 Product
different needs in power distribution networks Guide
and industrial applications. The relays contain
pre-configured application configurations, which Relion Interactive Selection Guide
can be tailored to meet the specific requirements The Relion Interactive Selection Guide (ISG) helps
for also the most demanding distribution you select the protection relay type that is the
applications. most suitable for your application. It also
provides links to relevant documentation online.
The Relion ISG is available at
http://abb.relionisg.com


01


02


03
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Distribution automation

Transformer protection Product offering


The power transformer is an important The recommended products for transformer
component and one of the most valuable discrete protection are part of ABB’s Relion® product
units in power distribution networks. High family. The Relion product family offers the
availability of the power transformer is of widest range of products for the protection,
particular importance for preventing control, measurement and supervision of power
disturbances in the power distribution system. systems for IEC and ANSI applications.

Although high-quality power transformers are Relion 615 series


very reliable, insulation breakdown faults The Relion 615 series offers a compact and
occasionally occur. These faults appear as short versatile solution for power distribution in utility
circuits and/or earth faults. They tend to cause and industrial applications. The series covers two
severe damage to the windings and transformer winding transformer application and automatic
core. The damage is proportional to the fault voltage regulator function in separate product
clearing time, so the power transformer must be types. Each protection relay is delivered with a
disconnected as quickly as possible. standard configuration for easier and faster relay
engineering and shorter time-to-operation.
For repair, the power transformer has to be
transported to a workshop, which is a very time- Relion 620 series
consuming process. The operation of a power The Relion 620 series offers flexibility and
network, where the power transformer is out of performance for demanding power distribution
service, is always cumbersome. Therefore, a in utility and industrial applications. The series
power transformer fault often constitutes a more offers wider application coverage, including
severe power system fault than a line fault, which transformer application and automatic voltage
usually can be rectified rather quickly. It is regulator, in one product. Compared to the 615
extremely important that fast and reliable series, it enables wider standardization of the
protection relays are used to detect transformer product type in the application. The 620 series
faults and initiate tripping. relays are delivered with an example
configuration, which can be pre-adapted to user
The size, voltage level and importance of the specific requirements.
power transformer determine the extent and
choice of monitoring and protection devices to Relion 630 series
be used to limit the damage, when a fault occurs. The Relion 630 series protection relays feature
Compared to the total cost of the power flexible and scalable functionality to adapt to
transformer and the costs caused by a power different needs in power distribution networks
transformer fault, the cost of the protection and industrial applications. The relays contain
system is negligible. pre-configured application configurations, which
can be tailored to meet the specific requirements
for also the most demanding distribution
applications. In one easily scalable hardware
solution, it includes extensive transformer
protection and automatic voltage regulator
functions.
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01 Transformer protection For more information, please refer to the Relion Interactive Selection Guide
and control RET615,
following documentation: The Relion Interactive Selection Guide (ISG) helps
Transformer protection
and control RET620 and • Transformer Protection and Control RET615 you select the protection relay type that is the
Transformer protection
Product Guide most suitable for your application. It also
and control RET630
• Voltage Protection and Control REU615 Product provides links to relevant documentation online.
Guide The Relion ISG is available at
• Transformer Protection and Control RET620 http://abb.relionisg.com
Product Guide
• Transformer Protection and Control RET630
Product Guide


01
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Distribution automation

Motor protection Relion 615 series


Motor protection is generally expected to provide The Relion 615 series offers a compact and
overcurrent, unbalance, earth-fault and short- versatile solution for power distribution in utility
circuit protection of the motor. However, the and industrial applications. The series is a
fundamental issue for motors is thermal suitable choice for protection and control of
protection, as overheating is the worst threat. asynchronous motors. Each protection relay is
delivered with standard configuration, for easier
Motors need to be protected not only against and faster relay engineering and shorter time-to-
electrical faults, but also against any improper operation.
usage. ABB’s solutions focus on advanced
thermal protection that prevents improper use. Relion 620 series
Overload conditions of short duration mainly The Relion 620 series offers flexibility and
occur during start-up. Improper use of running performance for demanding power distribution
motors does not necessarily damage the in utility and industrial applications. Compared to
equipment, but shortens its life span. Therefore, the 615 series, the 620 series offers wider
a reliable and versatile motor protection system application coverage in one product, which
not only protects the motor - it also prolongs its enables wider standardization of the product
life cycle, which contributes to improving the type in your application. The protection relay is
return of investment of your motor drive. delivered with an example configuration, which
can be pre-adapted to your specific
Product offering requirements.
The recommended products for motor protection
are part of ABB’s Relion® product family. The Relion 630 series
Relion product family offers the widest range of The Relion 630 series protection relays feature
products for the protection, control, measure­ flexible and scalable functionality to adapt to
ment and supervision of power systems for IEC different needs in power distribution networks
and ANSI applications. and industrial applications. The relays contain
pre-configured application configurations, which
Relion 605 series can be tailored to meet specific requirements for
The Relion 605 series offers a compact solution also the most demanding distribution
for the protection of medium-voltage and low- applications. In one easily scalable hardware
voltage asynchronous motors in the manufactu­ solution, it includes extensive motor protection
ring and process industry. The relays offer pre- including differential protection function.
configured functionality, which facilitates easy
and fast commissioning of the switchgear. The
relay can be used with both circuit-breaker and
contactor-controlled motor drives.

Relion 611 series


The Relion 611 series offers a pre-configured
solution for power distribution in utility and
industrial applications. This series is a suitable
choice for protection and control of small
asynchronous motors/drives. The protection
relays are delivered pre-configured for easier and
faster relay engineering and shorter time-to-
operation.
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01 Basic range: For more information, please refer to the Relion Interactive Selection Guide
Motor protection and
following documentation: The Relion Interactive Selection Guide (ISG) helps
control REM601
— • Motor Protection and Control REM611 Product you select the protection relay type that is the
02 Medium range:
Guide most suitable for your application. It also
Motor protection
and control REM611, • Motor Protection and Control REM615 Product provides links to relevant documentation online.
Motor protection and
Guide The Relion ISG is available at
control REM615
— • Motor Protection and Control REM620 Product http://abb.relionisg.com
03 High range:
Guide
Motor protection
and control REM620, • Motor Protection and Control REM630 Product
Motor protection and
Guide
control REM630


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Generator protection A rotating machine provides a classic application


Generators or generating units constitute one of for differential protection. The generator
the most crucial parts in a power system, making differential protection gives a fast and absolutely
it essential to use a proper protection scheme. A selective detection of generator stator short
generator has more failure modes than any other circuits.
component in the power system. It is very
important that the protection system detects all Product offering
faults and that it does so quickly, as they may The recommended products for generator
cause injury to personnel and damage to the protection are part of ABB’s Relion® product
equipment. family. The Relion product family offers the
widest range of products for the protection,
It is common practice that earth faults, short control, measurement and supervision of power
circuits and other severe faults must be detected systems for IEC and ANSI applications.
by two independent protection devices. The fault
must be cleared, even if one switching device fails Relion 615 series
to operate. The generator protection system The Relion 615 series offers a compact and
must also provide adequate backup protection versatile solution for power distribution in utility
for the adjacent components. and industrial applications. The protection relays
are delivered with a standard configuration for
A synchronous machine is a complex device, easier and faster relay engineering and shorter
which can operate as a generator or as a motor. time-to operation.
The armature/stator winding is arranged in three
symmetrical phase belts in slots in the stator The series offers extensive interconnection and
surface. The magnetic field intensity can be compact generator protection for both the
controlled via the DC-current in the rotor/field generator and the prime mover in various small
winding. and medium-sized power plants.

The protection of synchronous generators Relion 630 series


involves the consideration of more possible faults The Relion 630 series protection relays feature
and abnormal conditions than the protection of flexible and scalable functionality to adapt to
any other power system component. We have to different needs in power distribution networks
consider stator faults, rotor faults, abnormal and industrial applications. The relays contain
operating conditions and faults in the connected pre-configured application configurations, which
power grid. can be tailored to meet specific requirements for
also the most demanding distribution
Today there are many and varying power station applications. In one easily scalable hardware
configurations. This makes the use of a uniform solution, it includes extensive protection for
and standardized generator protection system generator and generator-transformer units used
very challenging. Besides the varying power in various power plants.
station configuration, the following factors
influence the design of the generator protection
system:
• generator circuit-breaker or not
• earthing of the generator neutral
• location of the voltage transformers
• location of the current transformers
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01 Generator protection For more information, please refer to the Relion Interactive Selection Guide
and control REG615,
following documentation: The Relion Interactive Selection Guide (ISG) helps
Generator protection
and control REG630 • Generator and interconnection protection you select the protection relay type that is the
REG615 Product Guide most suitable for your application. It also
• Generator Protection and Control REG630 provides links to relevant documentation online.
Product Guide The Relion ISG is available at
http://abb.relionisg.com


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Voltage protection Product offering


Overvoltage in a network occurs either due to the The recommended products for voltage
transient surges in the network or due to protection are part of ABB’s Relion® product
prolonged power frequency over voltages. The family. The Relion product family offers the
overvoltage function can be applied to power widest range of products for the protection,
network elements, such as generators, control, measurement and supervision of power
transformers, motors, busbar and power lines, to systems for IEC and ANSI applications.
protect the system from excessive voltages that
could damage the insulation and cause insulation Relion 611 series
breakdown. The Relion 611 series offers a pre-configured
solution for power distribution in utility and
Undervoltage and low voltage conditions are industrial applications. The REU611 is designed
caused by abnormal operation or a fault in the for overvoltage and undervoltage protection and
power system. The undervoltage protection additional 2-stage frequency protection. The
function is used to disconnect from the network protection relays are delivered pre-configured for
devices, for example electric motors, which are easier and faster relay engineering and shorter
damaged when subjected to service under low time-to-operation.
voltage conditions.
Relion 615 series
Additionally synchro-check function duration The Relion 615 series offers a compact and
mode checks that the voltages on both sides of versatile solution for power distribution in utility
the circuit breaker are perfectly synchronized. It and industrial applications. The series is a
is used to perform a controlled reconnection of suitable choice for protection and control of
two systems, which are divided after islanding. It voltage based protection. REU615 standard
is also used to perform a controlled reconnection configuration A is the ideal choice for voltage and
of the system after reclosing. frequency based protection, including synchro-
check and load-shedding functionality.
The frequency protection function uses positive REU615 standard configuration B offers a
phasesequence voltage to measure the frequency dedicated relay with an automatic voltage
reliably and accurately. The system frequency regulator function for power transformers with
stability is one of the main principles in on-load tap changer. Each protection relay is
distribution and transmission network delivered with standard configuration, for easier
maintenance. To protect all frequency-sensitive and faster relay engineering and shorter time-to-
electrical apparatus in the network, operation operation.
above/below the allowed bandwidth for a safe
operation should be prevented. To guarantee Relion 620 series
network frequency stability you need to apply The Relion 620 series offers flexibility and
underfrequency, overfrequency or load-shedding performance for demanding power distribution
schemes. in utility and industrial applications. Compared to
the 615 series, RET620 offers wider application
Another important and common way of coverage in one product, including voltage and
regulating the voltage in the power network is frequency based protection with automatic
using a voltage regulator on the power voltage regulator function. The relays are
transformer. delivered with an example configuration, which
can be pre-adapted to user requirements.
43


01 Voltage protection Relion 630 series For more information, please refer to the
and control REU611,
The Relion 630 series protection relays feature following documentation:
Voltage protection
and control REU615 flexible and scalable functionality to adapt to • Voltage Protection and Control REU611 Product

different needs in power distribution networks Guide
02 Feeder protection
and control REF620, and industrial applications. The relays contain • Voltage Protection and Control REU615 Product
Feeder protection
pre-configured application configurations, which Guide
and control REF630
can be tailored to meet specific requirements for • Transformer Protection and Control RET620
also the most demanding distribution Product Guide
applications. In one easily scalable hardware • transformer Protection and Control RET630
solution, you gain load-shedding with automatic Product Guide
voltage regulator functions.
Relion Interactive Selection Guide
The Relion Interactive Selection Guide (ISG) helps
you select the protection relay type that is the
most suitable for your application. It also
provides links to relevant documentation online.
The Relion ISG is available at
http://abb.relionisg.com


01


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01 Capacitor bank Capacitor bank protection widest range of products for the protection,
protection and
Capacitors form an essential part of the network control, measurement and supervision of power
control REV615
and must be properly protected against systems for IEC and ANSI applications.
overloads, overcurrents or other distortion during
their connection to the network. Relion 615 series
The Relion 615 series offers a compact and
Capacitor banks are used for reactive power versatile solution for power distribution in utility
compensation in utility substations and industrial and industrial applications. The series is a
power systems. Most of the loads connected to suitable choice for protection and control of
the distribution feeders have the power factor on capacitor banks. Additionally, it can be applied to
the inductive side, for example, motors and arc harmonic filter protection. Each protection relay
furnaces. This reactive current component does is delivered with a standard configuration, for
not contribute the conversion into useful power, easier and faster relay engineering and shorter
but it stresses the network components, time-to-operation.
introducing additional voltage drops and heat
losses. The most favorable approach is to For more information, please refer to the
compensate the reactive current as close to the following documentation:
consumption as possible. The compensation can • Capacitor Bank Protection and Control REV615
be done locally, at the place where it is needed, Product Guide
for example, at the factory or facility. It can also
be done remotely by, for example, a utility Relion Interactive Selection Guide
organization. The Relion Interactive Selection Guide (ISG) helps
you select the protection relay type that is the
Extra charges are always applied when excess most suitable for your application. It also
level of reactive load is taken from the network. provides links to relevant documentation online.
Therefore, the utilities have to evaluate the The Relion ISG is available at
reactive power balance within their distribution http://abb.relionisg.com
network and do the necessary compensation at
the most suitable location.

Product offering
The recommended products for capacitor bank
protection are part of ABB’s Relion® product
family. The Relion product family offers the


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02 Busbar protection Busbar protection protection relays are delivered pre-configured for
and control REB611
The last, but not least, part in electrical power easier and faster relay engineering and shorter
systems is defined by the busbar application. The time-to-operation.
busbar is an aluminum or copper conductor
supported by insulators that interconnects the For more information, please refer to the
loads and the sources of electric power. For following documentation:
example, in metal enclosed switchgear, it is • Busbar Protection and Control REB611 Product
represented by copper bars in the busbar Guide
compartment. The requirements for busbar
protection in respect of immunity to mal­ Relion Interactive Selection Guide
operation are very high. For busbar protection it The Relion Interactive Selection Guide (ISG) helps
is essential to employ a differential protection you select the protection relay type that is the
principle. most suitable for your application. It also
provides links to relevant documentation
Product offering online. The Relion ISG is available at
The recommended products for busbar http://abb.relionisg.com
protection are part of ABB’s Relion® product
family. The Relion product family offers the
widest range of products for the protection,
control, measurement and supervision of power
systems for IEC and ANSI applications.

Relion 611 series


The Relion 611 series offers a pre-configured
solution for power distribution in utility and
industrial applications. It is a suitable choice for
high-impedance busbar protection. The

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01 Arc fault damage as Arc fault protection
a function of the arc
An electric arc short-circuit in a switchgear Arc fault energy [kA 2s]
fault energy and the
arc fault impact time installation is normally caused by a foreign object
entering the cubicle or by component failure. The Steel fire
300
arc causes an explosion-like heat and pressure
effect, usually causing vast damage to the
switchgear and in the worst-case scenario also
injury to the operating personnel.
Copper fire
200
An adequate arc protection system protects your Cable fire
substation against arc faults via minimizing the
burning time of the arc, thus preventing excessive
100 200 Fault impact time
heat and damage. It minimizes material damage
— [ms]
and allows power distribution to be smoothly and 01
safely restored. The system can also bring cost
Time is critical when it comes to detecting and
benefits even before an arc fault occurs. As older
minimizing the effects of an electric arc. An arc
switchgear is more prone to arc faults, an arc
fault lasting 500 ms may cause severe damage to
protection system will effectively extend the life
the installation. If the burning time of the arc is
of your switchgear enhancing the return on your
less than 100 ms the damage is often limited, but
investment.
if the arc is extinguished in less than 35 ms its
effect is almost unnoticeable.
Sources of arcing may be insulation faults, mal-
operating devices, defective bus or cable joints,
Generally applied protection relays are not fast
overvoltage, corrosion, pollution, moisture, ferro-
enough to ensure safe fault clearance times at arc
resonance (instrument transformers) and even
faults. The operation time of the overcurrent relay
aging due to electrical stress. Most of these arc
controlling the incoming circuit breaker may, for
fault sources could be prevented by sufficient
instance, have been delayed to hundreds of
maintenance. However, regardless of precautions
milliseconds for selectivity reasons. This delay
taken, human errors can lead to arc faults.
can be avoided by installing an arc protection
system. The total fault clearance time can be
reduced to a maximum of 2.5 ms plus the circuit
breaker’s contact travel time. Further, when a
cable compartment fault occurs, auto-reclosing
can be eliminated by employing arc fault
protection.
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02 The REA system is Product offering For more information, please refer to the
a fast and flexible arc
The recommended products for arc fault following documentation:
fault protection system
for air-insulated low protection is the arc fault protection system REA • Arc Fault Protection REA 101 main module
voltage and medi-
101 with its extension units REA 103, REA 105 and Product Guide
um-voltage switchgear.
REA 107 and protection and control relays from • Arc Fault Protection REA 103 extension module
ABB’s Relion® product family. Product Guide
• Arc Fault Protection REA 105 extension module
REA system Product Guide
The REA system is a fast and flexible arc fault • Arc Fault Protection REA 107 extension module
protection system for switchgears. This type of Product Guide
fast and selective arc fault protection system is a • Feeder Protection and Control REF615 Product
natural constituent of modern switchgear panels, Guide
and a safety and security investment for older • Motor Protection and Control REM615 Product
switchgear panels, to protect human lives and Guide
prevent or reduce material damage. The REA • Transformer Protection and Control RET615
system can be described as the fastest operating Product Guide
arc fault protection system in ABB’s product • Voltage Protection and Control REU615 Product
portfolio, with trip command time in less than 2.5 Guide
ms. • Capacitor Bank Protection and Control REV615
Product Guide
Relion 615 series and 620 series • Feeder Protection and Control REF620 Product
The Relion® product family offers integrated arc Guide
fault protection in its widest range of products • Motor protection and control REM620 Product
for the protection, control, measurement and Guide
supervision of power systems for IEC and ANSI • Transformer Protection and Control RET620
applications. Product Guide

The Relion 615 and 620 series offer integrated Relion Interactive Selection Guide
three channel arc fault protection – to protect The Relion Interactive Selection Guide (ISG) helps
human lives and prevent or reduce material you select the protection relay type that is the
damage of protected switchgear – for power most suitable for your application. It also
distribution in utility and industrial applications. provides links to relevant documentation
The arc fault protection function operates with online. The Relion ISG is available at
high-speed outputs with operation times down http://abb.relionisg.com
to 4 ms.


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01 Substation Substation automation connectivity can be established with gateway
Management Unit
ABB’s protection and control relays are an integral functionality between the substation devices and
COM600S
part of substation automation systems. The external higher-level systems such as the Network
substation automation system, together with the Control Center (NCC) or a process such as the
protection relays, lay the foundation for all the Distributed Control System (DCS) using
higher-level remote functions, such as advanced IEC 60870-5, DNP3, Modbus or OPC-based
power system management and the monitoring protocols.
of the condition of the equipment, when it is in
service. Substation-level systems are easy to use The COM600 series hardware platform is based
and to adapt to customer-specific requirements. on ruggedized mechanics with no moving parts
subject to wear and tear. The compact and robust
Increased competition is driving many power design is well adapted to harsh environments.
providers to focus on system productivity, with
the aim to reduce costs and increase customer The COM600 series comprises of two products:
satisfaction. To reach this goal, an upgrade of an • COM600S for Substation Automation (for IEC
aging infrastructure is usually involved. Updating and ANSI markets)
to substation automation offers the opportunity • COM600F for Feeder Automation (for ANSI
to reduce operational and maintenance costs, markets only)
increase plant productivity with the help of
enhanced schemes, as well as condition The COM600S has the capability to function as a
monitoring for the apparatus (e.g., circuit combined substation HMI, gateway and process
breakers, power transformers). controller in a small to medium-sized substation
automation installation. Its HMI feature enables
Product offering substation monitoring and operations. It
The COM600 series offers versatile substation integrates various units to provide access to real-
management units. These units are deployed time data. It also records process data in its
together with protection and control relays and historian to enable access to past data. Its logic
other communication devices to realize smart processor enables implementation of substation-
substation and grid automation solutions in level automation tasks. The gateway functionality
utility and industrial distribution networks. The provides a provision to communicate data from
COM600 series units perform the combined role protection and control relays in the substation
of a user interface, a communication gateway and and COM600S itself to higher-level systems and
an automation platform in a single physical unit. vice versa.

The COM600 series accommodates web For more information, please refer to the
technology-based functionality, which provides following documentation:
access to substation devices and processes via a • COM600S Substation Management Unit
web browser-based human machine interface Product Guide
(HMI). All standard substation monitoring and
control aspects can be handled using the web-
HMI.

The COM600 series integrates substation


devices, like protection and control relays,
substation controllers and meters, based on the
IEC 61850 communication standard, as well as
most other commonly used communication
standards and legacy protocols. Seamless

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02 Remote I/O Remote I/O concept Product offering
unit RIO600
ABB’s remote I/O concept introduces a new way The remote I/O unit RIO600 is designed to ex-
of extending the I/O capabilities of protection re- pand the digital and analog I/O of ABB’s Relion®
lays. The concept is aimed at increasing the hard- series protection relays and to provide I/O for the
ware functionality of the protection relays, while COM600 series devices using IEC 61850 commu-
still maintaining the relay’s compact design. This nication.
way remote I/O can be used, when it is needed.
The information between the remote I/O units RIO600 is designed using a modular architecture
and the main protection relay is exchanged over where the amount and type of I/O ports can be
the latest communication standard IEC 61850. added through modules. The RIO600 modules
This enables easy integration into the systems can be stacked on a standard DIN rail to achieve
and is in line with the latest standards. the required configuration.

The remote I/O concept also benefits from in- RIO600 is built on an industrial hardware plat-
stalling the I/O units as close as possible to the form, which provides the same reliability, perfor-
place where the signals need to be digitalized, mance and real-time functionality as ABB’s pro-
thus limiting extensive wiring within the switch- tection relays, withstanding extreme
gear, substation or plant. Digitalization of the sig- temperatures, electromagnetic interference and
nals allows users to use information wherever stringent industry standards.
needed, without the need of installing additional
auxiliary relays or terminals. IEC 61850 enables RIO600 provides an additional I/O within the
signals supervision, thus faster recognition of switchgear itself by using the Ethernet-based
any errors and proactive operation, if these con- IEC 61850 horizontal GOOSE communication. The
ditions happen during a critical process. signals can be transmitted within the switchgear
and to the automation systems. Similarly, signals
from the automation systems can be executed
through RIO600 connected to numerical protec-
tion relays.

For more information, please refer to the follow-


ing documentation:
• Remote I/O unit RIO600 Product Guide


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Selection table

The Relion Interactive Selection Guide (ISG),


which covers the entire Relion family, is available
online.
Go to: http://abb.relionisg.com

In the table:
x = function supported
o = function available as option

605

605

605

605

615

615
611

611

611

611
REM611 IEC

RED615 IEC
REU611 IEC
REB611 IEC

REF615 IEC
REF611 IEC
REM601
REF601

REJ603
REJ601

Standard

ANSI X X X
IEC X X X X X X X X X X
Application
Arc fault protection application O
Busbar application X
Back-up application X X O X X
Capacitor bank application
Feeder application X X X X X X X
Generator application
Motor application X O X
Power management/load-shedding application
Transformer application O X
Functionality
Autorecloser X X X X X X
Circuit breaker controllability X X X X X X X X
Condition monitoring X X X X X X X
Current-based protection X X X X X X X X X
Distance protection
Fault locator X X
Generator differential protection X
LCD display with Single Line Diagram (SLD) X X
Line differential protection (in-zone transformer support) X
Load-shedding
Motor differential protection X
On-load tap changer control
Power quality X X
Self-powered protection relay X
Synchro-check X
Transformer differential protection X
Voltage based protection X X X
Withdrawable release mechanism X X X X X X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X

O
REG615 IEC 615

X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X

O
REM615 IEC 615

X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X

O
RET615 IEC 615

X
X
X
X
X
X
X

X
X
X
X
X
O
REU615 IEC 615

X
X
X
X
X
X

X
X

O
O
REV615 IEC 615

X
X
X

X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X

O
REF615 ANSI 615

X
X

X
X
X
X
X

X
X
X
X
X

O
REF615R ANSI 615

X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X

O
REM615 ANSI 615

X
X
X
X
X
X
X

X
X
O
RET615 ANSI 615

X
X
X
X
X
X

X
X
X

X
X
O
REF620 IEC 620

X
X
X
X
X
X

X
X

X
X
O
REM620 IEC 620

X
X
X
X
X
X

X
X

X
X

X
O
RET620 IEC 620

X
X
X
X
X
X

X
X
X
X

O
REF620 ANSI 620

X
X
X
X
X
X
X

X
X
O
REM620 ANSI 620

X
X
X
X
X
X
X

X
X

X
O
RET620 ANSI 620

X
X
X
X
X

X
X

X
X
X
X
X
X
REF630 IEC 630

X
X
X
X
X
X

X
X
REM630 IEC 630

X
X
X
X
X

X
X

X
X

X
RET630 IEC 630
51

X
X
X
X
X

X
X

X
X
X
X

REG630 IEC 630


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Selection table

The Relion Interactive Selection Guide (ISG),


which covers the entire Relion family, is available
online.
Go to: http://abb.relionisg.com

In the table:
x = function supported
o = function available as option

605

605

605

605

615

615
611

611

611

611
REM611 IEC

RED615 IEC
REU611 IEC
REB611 IEC

REF615 IEC
REF611 IEC
REM601
REF601

REJ603
REJ601

Hardware
Analog inputs (CTs/VTs) 4/0 4/0 4/0 4/0 4/0 4/1 4/0 0/5 4/5 4/5
Analog inputs (sensor channels/CTs) 3/1 3/1 3/1 6/1 6/1
Binary inputs/outputs 4/6 4/6 0/2 4/6 4/6 10/9 4/6 4/6 18/13 18/13
RTD/mA inputs 2/1 2/1
mA outputs
Communication protocols
DNP 3.0 X X
IEC 60870-5-103 X X X X X
IEC 61850 X X X X X X
Modbus X X X X X X X X X
Profibus X X
Communication media
Ethernet (RJ-45) X X X X X X
Ethernet (LC) X X X X X X
Ethernet redundant solutions (HSR/PRP/RSTP) X X X X X X
Serial (RS 232/485, ST conn.) X X X X X X X X X
53

620

620

620

620

620

620

630

630

630

630
615

615

615

615

615

615

615

615

615
REF615R ANSI

REM620 ANSI
REM615 ANSI

RET620 ANSI
REF620 ANSI
RET615 ANSI
REF615 ANSI
REG615 IEC

REM620 IEC

REM630 IEC
REM615 IEC

REG630 IEC
REU615 IEC

RET620 IEC

RET630 IEC
REV615 IEC

REF620 IEC

REF630 IEC
RET615 IEC

7/5 4/5 7/5 4/5 7/5 7/6 4/5 7/4 7/6 4/5 7/5 8/9 7/8 7/4 10/4 4/5 8/4 8/3 8/4
6/1 6/1
16/10 16/12 14/12 14/12 14/12 18/13 11/7 18/13 14/13 32/18 20/14 16/17 32/18 14/13 16/17 50/45 50/45 50/45 50/45
2/1 6/2 6/2 6/2 6/2 6/2 2/1 6/2 12/4 8/3 14/5 2/1 8 8 8 8
4 4 4 4

X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
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Compact power management of electrical power to all essential and, most


Power management systems (PMS) are essential importantly, critical loads in the plant. This is
for a safe, efficient and reliable operation of a achieved by switching off the nonessential loads
power system within an electrical network. The in case of a lack of power in the electrical network
PMS functionality includes load-shedding or in parts of it (subnetwork or island). The load-
generator control, power sharing, network shedding functionality can also be deployed in
synchronization and power restoration. PMS industrial power networks with sole dependency
solutions protect and optimize the stability of on the utility networks. The lack of electrical
industrial systems against disturbances by power can be caused by a loss of generation
ensuring power sharing between generators, capacity or power grid connectivity or the tie line
when the industrial power system is islanded feeding power to the plant.
from the grid. These solutions also ensure that
the generators meet the required power demand, Based on the shortfall of available power in the
when the network is grid-connected. power network, the load-shedding action
initiated by the system ensures that only
PMS solutions are suitable for industrial power identified loads are shed, the system is stable
networks: after load-shedding, and the impact on the
• With captive power generation, islanded or associated plant operation is minimal. The
grid-connected system allows flexibility to select or deselect the
• With substantial and critical loads load feeders to be load-shed at any point in time
• With unstable grid connectivity during plant operation.
• Without grid connectivity
The load-shedding function must be accurate and
The PMS functionality suite is applicable to selective. It is important that it operates only
various industrial segments, for example, oil and when necessary.
gas, marine, pulp and paper, metals, minerals and
building automation. Load-shedding principles
There are two load-shedding system principles:
Load-shedding is required, when the electrical (1) reactive load-shedding (reacts on
load demand exceeds the capacity of the measurement) and (2) active load-shedding
available power sources, subsequent to the loss (reacts on cause).
of power sources or network dis-integration. The
load-shedding system has to ensure availability Reactive load-shedding is most commonly used
in utility networks in primary distribution
55


01 Load-shedding substations. Reactive load-shedding reacts • Underfrequency load-shedding as a backup to
controller PML630
based on measuring the system frequency and/or fast and slow load-shedding (reactive load-
voltage. The system as such can contain several shedding)
triggering levels for these values. Each triggering
level corresponds to one of the load-shedding A network power deficit occurs when a power
priority classes or steps, for example, activation source such as a generator or a grid transformer
of the first triggering level, which sheds the loads trips. There could also be a power shortage, when
belonging to priority class 1. Typically two or a network becomes isolated due to trip of a bus
three priority classes or steps are used. coupler or a bus tie breaker. All load-shedding
Restoration of the shed feeders can take place functions can be active concurrently.
manually or automatically, in a pre-programmed
scenario. Selectivity against protection functions For more information, please refer to the
has to be secured, for example, the load-shedding following:
system has to have a change to operate before • Load-shedding controller PML630 Product
the protection system is initiated. Guide
• Distribution automation solutions web page
Active load-shedding is mostly used in industrial (http://new.abb.com/medium-voltage/
distribution networks. Active load-shedding distribution-automation/distribution-
reacts based on measuring power, current values automation-solutions)
on supply and load feeders (key feeders
included). The load-shedding system knows the Solution offering
present loading situation and calculates shedding The Compact Power Management System (cPMS)
priorities for different network scenarios, such as is a load-shedding power management solution
tripping or overloading of a generator or a built on Relion PML630, Substation Management
network power source. Knowing the individual Unit COM600S, Remote I/O unit RIO600 and the
loads of feeders, only the necessary amount of Relion 615, 620 or 630 series feeder relays.
load (feeders) will be shed. The reactive load-
shedding system can work as a back-up for active Relion Interactive Selection Guide
load-shedding. The Relion Interactive Selection Guide (ISG) helps
you select the protection relay type that is the
Product offering most suitable for your application. It also
ABB’s Relion® protection relays are characterized provides links to relevant documentation online.
by functional scalability and flexible The Relion ISG is available at
configurability to perform reactive and active http://abb.relionisg.com
load-shedding.

PML630 is a power management relay that


provides a comprehensive load-shedding solution
for the power network in an industrial plant. It
protects the plant against blackouts and power
source outages due to system disturbances. This
relay is a member of ABB’s Relion product family
and a part of its 630 series.

PML630 complies with IEC 61850 and offers


seamless connectivity with Relion family
protection relays, RIO600 I/O and COM600S units
to realize the load-shedding functionality.
The protection relays use GOOSE and MMS

communication profiles for I/O data exchange 01
with other Relion family protection relays and
COM600S.

PML630 provides system level protection to small


or medium-sized industrial systems from the
system disturbances. PML630 supports different
modes of load-shedding functions:
• Fast load-shedding (active load-shedding)
• Slow (overload or maximum demand violation-
based) load-shedding (active load-shedding)
• Manual load-shedding (reactive load-shedding)
56 UNIGEAR ZS2


UniGear ZS2
Distribution automation


01 CSingle line diagram Automatic transfer systems Synchronized automatic transfer system
(SLD) of medium-
voltage switchgear
Automatic transfer systems (ATS) are used to Protection relays from Relion® product family can
architecture applied, ensure maximum service continuity, supplying be used in medium-voltage switchgear to
suitable for carrying
out automatic and
the power users uninterruptedly. manage automatic and manual transfer between
manual transfer (ATS). All this is possible using various systems based different incoming feeders. The time needed for
on different kinds of techniques. The most automatic transfer carried out by means of the
common of these are outlined below, with the Relion family protection relays is between 200 to
relevant average transfer times: 300 ms (including the circuit breaker operating
times). The time can vary within the range
Delayed: 1500 ms indicated in relation to the complexity of the
Depending on the residual voltage: 400-1200 ms software transfer logics.
Synchronized ATS: 200-500 ms Switchgear equipped with Relion protection
High speed transfer device: 100 ms relays, suitably configured, are complete and
High speed transfer system: 30 ms efficient systems able to manage transfer
between one power supply system and an
The first two systems are the simplest and can alternative one, or to reconfigure the network,
also be achieved with conventional logics and passing from double radial distribution to a
instruments. They guarantee average transfer simple system, in a fully automatic way.
times and can therefore be used in installations It is also possible to carry out the same operation
where voltage gaps are not particularly critical. manually from a remote control station, or from
The other three systems: (1) synchronized the front of the switchgear under user super­
automatic transfer system, (2) high speed vision. Manual transfer means making the
transfer device and (3) high speed transfer passage parallel, by means of the synchronism
system require microprocessor-based apparatus control function (synchro-check) implemented
with high technology content. They guarantee from the protection relay, the power supply lines
fast transfer times. They are used in plants where are closed simultaneously with synchronization of
the process is particularly critical, in which slow the voltage vectors to then return to being
transfers would cause serious malfunction or disconnected when the transfer has taken place.
interruption of the process itself. The applications described do not require
ABB offers all types of transfer systems, from the additional instruments.
simplest to the most complex.


01
57


02 An example SUE 3000 - High speed transfer device / High Corresponding to its multifaceted areas of
of a switchgear
configuration
speed transfer system application, the SUE 3000 is set up for different
— Voltage decrease or complete supply switchgear arrangements.
03 SUE 3000 High
Speed Transfer Device
interruptions represent the most crucial and
critical problems for the quality of energy supply Permanent network comparisons
today. The SUE 3000 High Speed Transfer Device An exceptionally important characteristic, that
guarantees an optimal safeguarding of energy clearly distinguishes SUE 3000 from competing
supply. The device ensures, in combination with concepts, is that synchronicity criteria are
the existing circuit breakers, the continued power continuously available, as they are computed
supply and protects the subsidiary process from online. This is the reason that, in case of an
expensive stoppage time. Further, the operation initiation, the appropriate transfer mode is
of the installation is considerably simplified already determined and can be immediately
through the possibility of manually-initiated initiated. This means that the probability of a fast
transfers for targeted clearings. transfer is considerably enhanced. Systems which
wait for the instant of initiation to start the
To achieve the fastest possible transfer time of determination of the network status are not
30 ms the High Speed Transfer System has to be capable to perform a fast transfer with minimum
used. This system is a combination of the interruption time.
SUE 3000 device, special trigger devices and very
fast magnetic circuit breakers. Transfer modes and times
Feeder 1 Feeder 2 Four different transfer modes are available in
Protection Protection detail: (1) fast transfer, (2) transfer at the 1st
Relay Relay
Feeder 1 Feeder 2
phase coincidence, (3) residual voltage transfer
and (4) time-operated transfer. When a fault
occurs, fast transfer is the optimal transfer mode
for ensuring that only a minimum interruption of
Trip Trip the voltage supply occurs. With fast transfer
mode, the total transfer time, counting from a
fault in the main feeder until the standby feeder is
SUE 3000
cut in, is less than 100 ms.

— Busbar For more information, please refer to the


02
following:
Application areas • High Speed Transfer Device SUE 3000 Product
The SUE 3000 High Speed Transfer Device can be Description
used where ever a disturbance of the electrical • Distribution automation solutions web page
supply would lead to a breakdown in production, (http://new.abb.com/medium-voltage/
which would have a significant impact on the distribution-automation/distribution-
operating costs. automation-solutions)

Possible areas of utilization include:


• Auxiliary installations serving power stations
• Environmental technology installations
• Voltage supply to continuous industrial
processes

To realize permanent availability, the load is


supplied from at least two synchronized feeders,
which are independent from one another and
equipped with a SUE 3000 device.
SUE 3000 takes on the task of ensuring
uninterrupted continuous operation of the —
03
connected devices in case of a power supply
breakdown. The device takes different physical
factors into account and executes the quickest
possible transfer to a different feeder, which is
kept on stand-by.
58 UNIGEAR ZS2


UniGear ZS2
Typical units and technical data
Single-line diagram of typical units

Withdrawable
Removable

IF - Incoming/outgoing feeder BT - Bus-tie R - Riser RM - Riser with


measurements
Withdrawable

Withdrawable
Fixed

M - Measurements IFD - Direct IFDM - Direct incoming/ outgoing


incoming/outgoing feeder feeder with measurements

Earthing switch position will be between circuit breaker and current transformers for units up to 31.5 kA 1 sec due to usage
of ST Earthing switch.
For 31.5 kA 3 sec EK6 type earthing switch will be used on cable side of units as shown in above illustrations.

Key to components
Standard components
Accessories
Alternative solutions
T Y P I C A L U N I T S A N D T E C H N I C A L D ATA 59

Single-line diagram of the busbar applications

Current transformers Voltage transformers Duct entry

Graphical symbols

Circuit-breaker Isolating bar Socket and plug Cable entry Busbar entry

Voltage transformers Current transformers Fuse Earth


60 UNIGEAR ZS2


... 36 kV - ... 31.5 kA

Depth (mm) 2400 2600


Height (mm) 2310 2310
Height with gas exhaust duct (mm) 2662 2662
Width (mm) 1000 1200
Rated current (A) 1250 1600 2000 2500* 1250 1600 2000 2500* 3150*
IF Incoming/outgoing
with Fixed Voltage Transformers
with Fixed fused Voltage Transformers
with removable fused Voltage Transformers
Fused Switch (Circuit Breaker Feeder)
BT Bus-tie
R Riser
RM Riser with measurements
M Measurements
IFD Direct incoming/outgoing
Direct incoming/outgoing with
IFDM measurement (with Withdrawable fused
Voltage Transformers)


Connections

Connection suitable for power cables up to


2x400mm2 per phase**
Connection suitable for power cables up to
4x630mm2 per phase**
Top busbar connection Please consult ABB for details
Top cable entry Please consult ABB for details

* Available with forced cooling fans.


** In case of surge arrestor or removable VT usage, connectible cable per phase should be reduced 1 for each.

Colored cells indicates availability.


T Y P I C A L U N I T S A N D T E C H N I C A L D ATA 61


Unit compartments

Low voltage
compartment Optional Arc channel

Busbar compartment

Circuit breaker
compartment

Earthing switch

Current transformers

Cable compartment

Voltage transformers

The completed assembly of arc vent duct for middle panel with flap channel (total height of the switchgear is 2662 mm)
62 UNIGE AR ZS2 DOUBLE BUSBAR SYSTEM


UniGear ZS2 Double Busbar System
Description

Most switchgear used in installations with normal


service conditions is based on single busbar
systems.
When compared with double busbar switchgear,
single busbar switchgear is definitely easier to
operate and maintain, requires less space and the
total cost of the installation is lower (equipment,
site procedures, maintenance, footprint etc.).
The use of double busbar switchgear may be
necessary when some of the following features
are required:
• Operation of incoming feeders with non-
synchronised circuit-breakers
• Load shedding of outgoing feeders with a
different level of importance during emergency
conditions This solution has two main advantages :
• Isolation of particular outgoing feeders from • Incoming feeders and the most important
the normal network outgoing feeders can be equipped with two
• Outgoing feeders balancing on two busbar circuit-breakers in order to allow apparatus
systems during normal service redundancy
• Flexibility during inspection and maintenance • Circuit-breaker maintenance and testing
procedures without load interruption without feeder shutdown
• Extension without switchgear shutdown • Fewer number of components and less
• The double busbar system is based on the switching apparatus
following scheme:
• Two busbar systems, two circuit-breakers Thanks to the numerous standard units available,
compartments with one or two circuit breakers the switchgear can be suitably configured to
(duplex system). satisfy all installation requirements.

This scheme provide full busbar system


redundancy (physical isolation between source
busbar systems) and allow uninterrupted and
reliable service conditions.

A
B

Double Busbar Section


Earthing switch position will be between circuit breaker and current transformers for units up to 31.5 kA 1 sec due to usage of ST
earthing switch. For 31.5 kA 3 sec EK6 type earthing switch will be used on cable side of units as shown in above illustrations
T Y P I C A L U N I T S A N D T E C H N I C A L D ATA 63

Each unit can be equipped with circuit-breakers IEC electrical characteristics


or fused disconnectors, as well as with all the Rated voltage [kV] 36
accessories available for conventional switchgear
Test voltage (50-60 Hz/1min [kV] 50
units.
Impulse withstand voltage [kV] 170
Rated frequency [kV] 50-60
All the significant components are identical to
Rated short-time withstand current [kV 3 s] up to 31.5
those used for the single level units and therefore
Peak withstand current [kA] up to 80
the same service and maintenance procedures
Internal arc withstand current [kV 1 s] up to 31.5
are guaranteed.
Rated current of the main busbars [A] up to 3150
Rated circuit-breaker thermal
The units can be arranged as required by the
current * [A] up to 3150
installation requirements, but, according to the
Double busbar feeders rated
technical literature, the switchgear must be current* [A] 3150
configurable as per the following two schemes:
• Single busbar section *2500A and 3150A ratings are available only with
• Double busbar section forced cooling fans.

A
B

Double Busbar Section


Earthing switch position will be between circuit breaker and current transformers for units up to 31.5 kA 1 sec due to usage
of ST Earthing switch.
For 31.5 kA 3 sec EK6 type earthing switch will be used on cable side of units as shown in above illustrations.
64 UNIGE AR ZS2 DOUBLE BUSBAR SYSTEM


UniGear ZS2 Double Busbar System
Typical units and technical data

Single-line diagram of typical units

A A A A A
B B B B B

BTT M BTL BTL

DIF - Incoming/ DBT - Transv. DM - Measurements DBTL - Longitudinal Bus Tie


Outgoing Bus Tie

RL RLM RLM

DRL - Bus Riser DRLM - Bus Riser Long.


Long. with Metering

Earthing switch position will be between circuit breaker and current transformers for units up to 31.5 kA 1
sec due to usage of ST Earthing switch.

For 31.5 kA 3 sec EK6 type earthing switch will be used on cable side of units as shown in above illustrations.
T Y P I C A L U N I T S A N D T E C H N I C A L D ATA 65


... 36 kV - ... 31.5 kA

Depth (mm) 3820 3820


Height (mm) 2310 2310
Height with gas exhaust duct (mm) 2662 2662
Width (mm) 1000 1200
Rated current (A) 1250 1600 2000 2500* 1250 1600 2000 2500* 3150*

DIF Incoming/outgoing feeder with


measurements
DBT Bus-tie
DM Measurements
DBTL Longitudinal bus-tie (1) (1) (1) (1)
DRL Longitudinal riser (1) (1) (1) (1)
DRML Longitudinal riser with measurements (1) (1) (1) (1)

(1) Two pieces units are required to complete the configuration.


* 2500A and 3150A ratings are available with forced cooling fans only

Notes

Notes

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Distribution Solutions
Electrification Products division
P.O. Box 8131
CH-8050 Zurich
Switzerland

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