Frequency Relay

Product Guide

SPAF 140 C

Frequency Relay
Product Guide

SPAF 140 C
1MRS750418-MBG
Issued: July 1998 Status: Updated Version: C/22.03.2006 Data subject to change without notice

Features

Overfrequency and underfrequency relay with four frequency stages Each frequency stage can be set for definite time overfrequency or underfrequency function Each frequency stage can also be set for positive or negative frequency-rate-ofchange (df/dt) function The definite time operating principle and the rate of change operating principle can be combined Each frequency stage can be given two separate operate times Adjustable undervoltage blocking level Field-adjustable relay rated frequency The protection stages can be separately blocked via external blocking inputs Four external control inputs for blocking the frequency stages Four output relays, i.e. two for tripping, one for signalling and one for the self-supervision system

Flexible configuration of blocking inputs, protection stages and output relays Recovery function with adjustable time delay for starting of network restoration Serial communication interface providing connection to remote control systems and enabling parametrization via a PC, and reading of registers and values measured High system reliability due to continuous self-supervision High immunity to electrical and electromagnetical interference and rugged aluminum case to IP 54 at panel mounting Powerful software support for parameterization of the relay and for reading and recording measured values, events, etc. Member of the SPACOM product family and ABBs Distribution Automation system CE marking according to the EC directive for EMC

Frequency Relay
Product Guide

SPAF 140 C
1MRS750418-MBG

Application

The frequency relay SPAF 140 C is designed to be used for the protection of power generators and other AC equipment against overfrequency and underfrequency. The operation of the relay can be based on the definite time principle, on the rate of frequency change principle, or on a combination of these two principles. In generator protection applications the relay protects the generator and the The frequency relay SPAF 140 C is a secondary relay, which is connected to the voltage transformers of the network section to be protected. The relay incorporates one relay module, i.e. a combined definite time overfrequency and/or underfrequency module and a rate of change of frequency module type SPCF 1D15. The relay module includes four frequency stages. Each frequency stage can be set to operate as an overfrequency (f>) stage or an underfrequency (f<) stage with definite time characteristic. Further, each stage can be set to function as a rate of change of frequency (df/dt) stage. When the start frequency of a stage is set below the rated frequency, the stage operates as an underfrequency stage. Correspondingly, the stage has the function of an overfrequency stage, when the start frequency is set above the rated frequency. The frequency setting cannot be the same as the rated frequency. The operation of the df/dt function of a protection stage is based on the same principle as the frequency function, which means that if a stage operates as an underfrequency stage, the sign of the df/dt function is negative. Then the df/dt function starts once the absolute value of the rate of frequency drop exceeds the set df/dt value. When required by the application, the definite time principle and the rate of change principle can be combined so that the criteria for operation of both functions have to be fulfilled at the same time to enable operation of the stage. Once a preset condition is fulfilled, the stage starts and, at the same time, it activates a timing circuit. No start signal can be assigned for the output relays. When the stage times out, the relay produces a trip signal. The trip signal can be assigned to the desired output relay.

prime mover against hazardous overspeeding and/or underspeeding. The relay can also be used for the protection of large synchronous motors in networks where automatic network restoration is used. The relay isolates the motor from the network in the event of an outage, averting dangerous unsynchronized connection.

Design

Data communication
The feeder protection relay is provided with a serial interface on the rear panel. By means of a bus connection module type SPA-ZC21 or SPA-ZC 17 the feeder protection relay can be connected to the fibre-optic SPA bus. The bus connection module SPA-ZC 21 is powered from the host relay, whereas the bus connection module type SPA-ZC 17 is provided with a built-in power unit, which can be fed from an external secured power source. The relay communicates with higher-level data acquisition and control systems via the SPA bus.

Self-supervision
The relay incorporates a sophisticated selfsupervision system with auto-diagnosis, which increases the availability of the relay and the reliability of the system. The selfsupervision system continuously monitors the hardware and the software of the relay. The system also supervises the operation of the auxiliary supply module and the voltages generated by the module. When a permanent internal relay fault is detected, the IRF indicator on the relay front panel is lit. At the same time the output relay of the self-supervision system operates and a fault message is transmitted over the serial bus to the higher-level system. Further, in most fault situations, a fault code is shown in the display of the protection relay module. The fault code indicates the type of the fault that has been detected.

Auxiliary supply voltage

The auxiliary supply voltage of the relay is obtained from an internal plug-in type power supply module. Two auxiliary power module versions are available: type SPTU 240R4 for the supply voltage range 80265 V ac/dc and type SPTU 48R4 for the supply voltage range 1880 V dc. The power supply module forms the internal voltages required by the protection relay and the I/O module.

Frequency Relay
Product Guide

SPAF 140 C
1MRS750418-MBG

Technical data

Table 1: Energizing inputs, voltage inputs

Rated voltage Un Continuous voltage withstand Rated burden of voltage input at Un Rated frequency fn, programmable 100 V, 110 V, 115 V or 120 V 200 V <0.5 VA 3065 Hz

Table 2: Output contact ratings

Type of contact Rated voltage Thermal withstand capability Breaking capacity for dc, when the signal circuit time constant L/R 40 ms, at the signalling voltage levels Carry continuously Make and carry for 0.5 s Make and carry for 3 s 220 V dc 110 V dc 48 V dc Tripping 250 V ac/dc 5A 30 A 15 A 1A 3A 5A 5A 10 A 8A 0.15 A 0.25 A 1A Signalling

Table 3: External control inputs BS1BS4

Operative control voltage range Current drain of activated control input 18250 V dc or 80250 V ac 220 mA

Table 4: Frequency relay module SPCF 1D15

Rated frequency fn Number of frequency stages Operating principles Definite time overfrequency Definite time underfrequency Rate of change of frequency f> or f< operation principle Start frequency Measuring range Correction range of LV side neutral connection CT ratio I02/In Frequency measuring time, programmable Drop-off hysteresis Operation accuracy Operate time, min. time depends on frequency Operation time accuracy Minimum measuring voltage df/dt operation principle Start value, in steps of 0.1 Hz/s Operation accuracy Operate time, min. time depends on frequency Operation time accuracy Minimum measuring voltage Undervoltage blocking Start voltage Measuring range Operation accuracy, in the range of 2570 Hz Recovery function Frequency difference from rated frequency Operate time Operation time accuracy 3065 Hz 4 f> f< df/dt 25.0070.00 Hz 20.0075.00 Hz 0.401.50 320 periods 20 mHz 10 mHz 0.10120.00 s 1% or 30 ms 0.25 Un 0.210.0 Hz/s 150 mHz/s 0.10120.00 s 1% or 30 ms 0.25 Un 0.300.90 Un 0.01.4 Un 3% of set value 0.110.0 Hz 1 s120 min 59 s 1% or 30 ms

Frequency Relay
Product Guide

SPAF 140 C
1MRS750418-MBG

Technical data (contd)

Table 5: Auxiliary supply modules

Type of module Rated voltages Un SPTU 240R4 SPTU 48R4 Operative voltage range Power consumption SPTU 240R4 SPTU 48R4 under quiescent conditions under operating conditions 110/120/230/240 V ac 110/125/220 V dc 24/48/60 V ac 80265 V ac/dc 1880 V dc ~10 W ~15 W

Table 6: Data communication

Transmission mode Data code Data transfer rate, selectable Electrical/optical bus connection module powered from the host relay for plastic core cables for glass fibre cables Fibre-optic serial bus ASCII 4800 or 9600 Bd SPA-ZC 21BB SPA-ZC 21MM SPA-ZC 17BB SPA-ZC 17MM

Electrical/optical bus connection module powered for plastic core cables from the host relay or from an external power source for glass fibre cables

Table 7: Tests and standards

Test voltages Dielectric test voltage (IEC 60255-5) Impulse test voltage (IEC 60255-5) Insulation resistance (IEC 60255-5) Mechanical environmental tests Interference tests Vibration test (IEC 60255-21-1) Chock/bump test (IEC 60255-21-2) Seismic test (IEC 60255-21-3) High frequency disturbance test (IEC 60255-22-1), common mode High frequency disturbance test (IEC 60255-22-1), differential mode Electrostatic discharge (IEC 60255-22-2 and IEC 61000-4-2), air discharge Electrostatic discharge (IEC 60255-22-2 and IEC 61000-4-2), contact discharge Fast transients (IEC 60255-22-4 and IEC 61000-4-4), power supply inputs Fast transients (IEC 60255-22-4 and IEC 61000-4-4), other inputs Environmental conditions Service temperature range Temperature influence 2 kV, 50 Hz, 1 min 5 kV, 1.2/50 s, 0.5 J >100 M, 500 V dc class 2 class 2 class 2 2.5 kV, 1 MHz 1.0 kV, 1 MHz 8 kV 6 kV 4 kV, 5/50 ns 2 kV, 5/50 ns -10+55C

0.05/frequency measurement
in the range -10C+55C <0.2%/C, voltage mesurement

Relative humidity (IEC 60068-2-8) Transport and storage temperature range (IEC 60068-2-8)

+55C, 9395%, 6 cycles -40+70C

Degree of protection by enclosure of flush IP 54 mounting relay case Weight of relay including flush mounting relay case 3 kg

Frequency Relay
Product Guide

SPAF 140 C
1MRS750418-MBG

Block diagram

BSPAF140C

Fig. 1

Block diagram and sample connection diagram

Frequency Relay
Product Guide

SPAF 140 C
1MRS750418-MBG

Mounting and dimensions

Flush mounting
142
30

250
216 186 34

129 1

139 1

Panel cutout

162

136

dim100

Fig. 2

Flush-mounting relay case (dimensions in mm)

Semi-flush mounting
a b

Raising frame SPA-ZX 111 SPA-ZX 112 SPA-ZX 113

a 176 136 96

b 74 114 154

SFM100_1

Fig. 3

Semi-flush mounting relay case (dimensions in mm)

Mounting in 19 inch cabinets and frames

An ancillary mounting plate, height 4U (~177 mm), is recommended to be used when the protection relays are to be mounted in 19 inch frames or cabinets. The ancillary mounting plate type SPA-ZX 104 accommodates three relays, type SPA-ZX 105 two relays and type SPA-ZX 106 one relay.
SPA-ZX104 SPA-ZX105 SPA-ZX106
482,6 0 (19")
+0,4

Projecting mounting
When projecting mounting is preferred, a relay case type SPA-ZX 110 is used. The relay case for projecting mounting is provided with front connectors.

SPA-ZX110 SPA-ZX115
158 115 263 6

177 0 (4U)

101,6

+0,4

21,5

312 292

10

6 115

98
104_6_10

Fig. 4

Mounting cabinets and frames as well as projecting mounting (dimensions in mm)

Frequency Relay
Product Guide

SPAF 140 C
1MRS750418-MBG

Ordering

When ordering, please specify:

Ordering information 1. Type designation and quantity 2. Order number 3. Auxiliary voltage 4. Accessories 5. Special requirements Ordering example SPAF 140 C, 5 pieces RS 452 001-AA Uaux =110 V dc -

Order numbers
Frequency relay SPAF 140 C without test adapter Frequency relay SPAF 140 C including test adapter RTXP 18 The last two letters of the order number indicate the auxiliary voltage Uaux of the annunciator unit as follows: RS 452 001-AA, CA RS 452 201-AA, CA AA equals Uaux = 80 265 V ac/dc CA equals Uaux = 1880 V dc

References

Additional information
Manual Frequency relay SPAF 140 C 1MRS 750135-MUM EN

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