CONTROLS

Digital Tapchanger
Control M-2001C
Digital Tapchanger Control for
Transformers and Regulators
• LTC transformer, substation
regulator, and line regulator control
provides reliable operation with
expanded capabilities
• Available in four models:
Comprehensive, Base-T, Base-RS,
and Base-R
• Adapter panels to retrofit popular
industry tapchanger controls
• Ten on-board communication protocols
• Count Window - Works even with noisy
operation counter contacts
• Field-updatable programming
• Reverse power detection/operation
• Demand metering/Data Logging with
Date/Time Stamp
• Entire control configuration prints out
from TapTalk®
• SCAMPTM (SCADA Controllable Auto/
Manual Pushbutton) Adapter Panel
Auto/Manual Switch State can be
changed by a SCADA command
pushbutton
Comprehensive Model Shown • Overcurrent protection
• SCADA Heartbeat
• Manual Heartbeat Timer
• LDC with R & X or Z-compensation
• Adjustable 10 Volt Bandwidth
• Optional Ethernet port
• Supports terminal mode for modem communications in TapTalk
• Transformer paralleling by circulating current, external master-follower circuitry, or
∆VAR® methods
• Standard LCD display (rated -20 to +70 degrees Celsius), Optional Vacuum
Fluorescent display (rated -40 to +80 degrees Celsius)
• Optional Control Power Backup Input for Fiber Optic loop-through communication
• M-2829 TapPlot® Analysis Software allows plotting, printing,
and analysis of Tap Information
M‑2001C Digital Tapchanger Control – Specification

The M‑2001C Tapchanger Control is available in four models: Comprehensive, Base-T, Base-RS and Base-R.
• The Comprehensive model includes all M-2001C features and can be used for LTCs or regulators
where SCADA communications are desired.
• The Base‑T model is designed for Transformers. It uses one COMM port (COM2) for communications.
• The Base‑RS model is designed primarily for Regulators, but can also be applied to LTCs where SCADA
communication is required. It provides one COMM port (COM2) and one SCADA COMM port (COM1),
available as either an RS-485 or as a Fiber Optics port for communications.
• The Base‑R model is designed primarily for Regulators, but can also be applied to LTCs where no
SCADA communication is required. It uses one COMM port (COM2) for communications.

The following features are Standard on ALL M‑2001C models:

Features Inputs & Outputs

• VT Ratio Correction • Control Voltage Input
• CT to VT Phasing Correction • Motor Power Input
• Three Independent Voltage Reduction Steps • Line Current Input
• Reverse Power Operation, for Transformer LTC • Raise Output / Lower Output
and Single-Phase Regulator applications • Seal-in Output
• Selectable Outputs, Continuous or Pulsed • Voltage Reduction 1 & 2 Inputs (Binary)
• Intertap Time Delay • Neutral Position Detect (Binary)
• Drag Hands Operation • Counter Input (Binary)
• Tap Position Record • Seal-in / Switch Status Input (Binary)
• Adjustable Line Overcurrent Tapchange Inhibit
• A or B Regulator Type Selection Front Panel
• Operations Counter • 20 Character by 2 Row LCD Display
• Resettable Operations Counter • Ten Front Panel LEDs:
• Auto / Off / Manual Switch Status • RAISE – Out-of-Band
• LOWER – Out-of-Band
Control Setpoints • REV PWR – Reverse Power Flow detected
• Adjustable Bandcenter • OK – CPU Check
• Adjustable Bandwidth • LDC – Line Drop Compensation in effect
• Line Drop Compensation (R,X or Z) • V/RED – Voltage Reduction in effect
• Time Delay (Definite or Inverse) • MANUAL – Auto Operation Blocked
• Voltage Limits and Runback • LOCAL* – SCADA Control Blocked
• Tap Position Limits • TX / RX* – COM1 Transmitting/Receiving
*Not functional on Base-T and Base-R
Monitoring & Metering
Communications
• Real-Time Metering of measured and calculated
• M‑2029A TapTalk Communications Software
parameters
• M-2829 TapPlot Tap Analysis Software
• Demand Metering with selectable time interval
• Front RS-232 Communications Port COM2
• Harmonic Analysis through TapTalk
• BECO 2200 protocol on COM2 Port

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MODEL‑SPECIFIC FEATURES, OPTIONS, AND ACCESSORIES

N/A = Not Available

FEATURE COMP Base‑T Base‑RS Base‑R

Sequential and Non‑Sequential Operation    N/A

Sequential Operation ONLY N/A N/A N/A 

Alarm Contact Outputs (2):   N/A N/A
Self‑Test Alarm Output Contacts    N/A
User Programmable Alarm Contacts   N/A N/A
Tap Position Knowledge by:
Motor Direct Drive KeepTrack    
Contact KeepTrack, Shaft Coupled KeepTrack,
Resistor Divider KeepTrack   N/A N/A

Adapter Panel Auto/Manual Switch Type Selection  N/A  N/A

External Inhibit of Auto Tapchange (non‑sequential)   N/A N/A

Circulating Current Input   N/A N/A

Circulating Current Paralleling Method   N/A N/A

Non‑Sequential / SCADA Block Input (Binary)  N/A  N/A

COMMUNICATIONS
COM1 (top of control) RS‑232, RS‑485 and Fiber Optics  N/A N/A N/A
Optional Ethernet Port COM3 (RJ‑45, 10 Mpbs)
supports: DNP / BECO 2200 / MODBUS over TCP/IP  N/A N/A N/A

Optional COM1 Port: RS‑485 or Fiber Optics N/A N/A  N/A

Communication Protocols include: BECO 2200,
BECO 2179, Cooper 2179, Cooper 2179A,
GP‑2179, GP DNP3.0, DNP3.0, AL PWR DNP3.0,  N/A  N/A
MISS PWR DNP3.0, and MODBUS
SCADA Heartbeat / SCADA Manual Heartbeat Timer  N/A  N/A

OPTIONAL FEATURES
Vacuum Fluorescent Display (rated ‑40 to +80° C)    
∆VAR Paralleling Methods   N/A N/A
Control Power Back‑Up Input: (+12 Vdc) for backup of
Fiber Optic loop‑through communication  N/A  N/A

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
M‑2026 AC‑DC Control Power Backup Supply    
M‑2027 Control Power Backup Supply ‑ AC Only    
M‑2025B(D) Current Loop Interface Module: Current‑to‑
Voltage analog converter for Tap Position Sensors   N/A N/A

M‑2948 Tap Position Sensor   N/A N/A

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Features
n NOTE: Product features are are based on the M‑2001C Model and the Options purchased.

Bandcenter: Adjustable from 100 V to 135 V in 0.1 V increments.

Bandwidth: Adjustable from 1 V to 10 V in 0.1 V increments.

Line Drop Compensation: R and X compensation. Adjustable from -24 V to +24 V in 1 V increments.
Z compensation available with adjustment of voltage raise from 0 V to +24 V, in increments of 1 V.

Time Delay: Definite; adjustable from 1 second to 120 seconds, in 1 second increments. Inverse; adjustable
from 1 second to 120 seconds, in 1 second increments.

InterTap Time Delay: Used to introduce time delay between tap operations when control is in sequential
mode; adjustable from 0 to 60 seconds in 1.0 second increments. Counter input required.

Selectable Outputs: Continuous or pulsed. Normally, an output (raise or lower) signal is maintained when
the voltage remains outside the band. A pulsed output length is programmable from 0.2 to 12 seconds, in
increments of 0.1 second.

Reverse Power Operation:

Transformer LTC Application: Can be set to Block, Ignore, Return to Neutral, or Distributed Generation.
The Return To Neutral setting requires positive tap position knowledge. Select the applicable method of tap
position knowledge from the "Tap Information" screen.

Single‑Phase Regulators: Can be set to Block, Ignore, Regulate Reverse, Return To Neutral, or Distributed
Generation. The Return to Neutral or Regulate Reverse setting requires positive tap position knowledge.
Select the applicable method of tap position knowledge from the "Tap Information" screen. The Regulate
Reverse feature allows separate setpoints and regulation in the reverse direction without the installation of
source‑side VTs.

CT to VT Phasing Correction: Adjustable from 0° to +330° in 30° increments.

Real-Time Metering: The following measured and calculated values are available in real-time:
• Local Voltage • Line Current
• Load kVA, or MVA • Load kVAr, or MVAr
• Load Center Voltage (Compensated Voltage) • Power Factor
• Load kW, or MW • Line Frequency

Demand Metering: Time interval selected as 15, 30, or 60 minutes.

Drag Hands Operation:

The following "drag-hand" values are stored with date and time stamping and are averaged over 32 seconds:
• Minimum Local Voltage
• Maximum Local Voltage
The following "drag-hand" values are stored with date and time stamping and are calculated over the demand
time interval (15, 30, or 60 minutes) as selected by the user:
• Maximum Primary Line Current
• Maximum Load kW, or MW
• Maximum Load kVAr, or MVAr
• Maximum Load kVA, or MVA (and Power Factor at time of Maximum Load kVA, or MVA)

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Line Overcurrent Tapchange Inhibit: Adjustable from 200 mA to 640 mA of line current for 200 mA CT or
1.0 A to 3.2 A for 1 A CT display and 5.0 A to 16.0 A for 5 A CT display. External auxiliary CT required for 1.0 A
and 5 A CT inputs.

Voltage Limits, Tap Position Limits, and Runback: Overvoltage and Undervoltage limits are independently
adjustable from 95 V to 135 V in 0.1 V increments. Upper and lower tap position limits may be set by user,
with tap position knowledge active. An adjustable deadband (above the overvoltage limit) of 1 V to 4 V is
available, which is used to set the runback limit.

Voltage Reduction: Three independent steps, each adjustable from 0% to 10% in 0.1% increments of the
bandcenter setpoint. Also included is a Voltage Reduction Turn Off Timer feature that when the timer is set
from 1 to 999 minutes (0 minutes = disabled), it will turn off any Voltage Reduction invoked (via Comms) after
the time expires.

Inhibit of Auto Tapchange: Blocks automatic tapchanger operation in response to external contact closure
or software setting.

Sequential or Non‑Sequential Operation: Non-sequential operation resets the time delay upon momentary
external contact closure at the non-sequential input.

Paralleling Methods:
Circulating Current: The circulating current method is standard, and may be implemented using separate
balancing equipment such as the Beckwith Electric M‑0115A Parallel Balancing Module. Consult with factory
for use with existing external master‑follower circuitry.

∆VAR: The ∆VAR1 method may be implemented by using separate balancing equipment such as the M‑0115A
Balancing Module. The ∆VAR2 method does not require the use of the M‑0115A Balancing Module and is
only applicable when paralleling two transformers.

For all methods of paralleling except ∆VAR2, overcurrent protection, such as that provided by the M‑0127A
Overcurrent Relay, is recommended.

VT Ratio Correction: VT correction from -15 V to +15 V in 0.1 V increments.

Self-Test Alarm Output Contacts: Alerts operator to loss of power or malfunction of control. When the control
is configured for SCAMP Pushbutton Auto/Manual Switch Type, this output is not available.

User-Programmable Alarm Contacts: Alerts operator to one or more of the following system conditions:
Communications Block Invoked, Block Raise Voltage Limit Exceeded, Block Lower Voltage Limit Exceeded,
Voltage Reduction (any step) Invoked, Reverse Power Flow Condition Detected, Line Current Limit Exceeded,
Tap Block Raise in Effect, and Tap Block Lower in Effect.

Tap Position Knowledge

Transformer LTC: The optional M‑2025B(D) Current Loop Interface Module receives a tap position signal
from a tap position sensor (M-2948) or Incon 1250B Rotary Position Sensor and outputs to the M‑2001C
through a bottom port.

Single‑Phase Regulators: In most applications, tap position information can be maintained by means of
Motor Direct Drive KeepTrack logic.

Operations Counter: A software counter increments by one count per either an open/close/open contact
operation (X1) or an open/close or close/open contact operation (X2), and is preset by the user. A count
window mode registers any activity as a valid input within the count window time setting.

Resettable Operations Counter: A second software counter, similar to the operations counter, which may
be reset by the user.

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Harmonic Analysis: Provides the total harmonic distortion and the harmonic content of the load voltage and
current up to the 31st harmonic (using TapTalk with BECO 2200 protocol).

Tap Position Record: Provides a record of the number of times each tap position has been passed through
(using TapTalk with BECO 2200 protocol). The tap position record can be reset by the user.

Auto/Manual Switch Status: Provides the user with the Auto/Manual switch position status through the Comm
ports. When the M‑2001C is configured for a switch status input, the switch status is read using the seal-in
input on the control. When configured for Seal-in INPUT, the switch status is read using the counter INPUT.

A or B Regulator Type: Allows the user to select the type of regulator being used to provide a more accurate
source voltage calculation.

SCADA Heartbeat: The purpose of the SCADA Heartbeat feature is to have two sets of settings for the control
and switch between these two setting sets based on the presence or absence of SCADA communications
(utilizing the DNP protocol) to the control. The SCADA Heartbeat feature can be enabled from TapTalk
Communications software. There are two different types of SCADA Heartbeat modes that can be selected:
• SCADA Heartbeat (LTC) for transformer control applications
• SCADA Heartbeat (Regulator) for regulator control applications

Manual Heartbeat Timer: The Manual Heartbeat Timer feature provides a method to place the control in
Heartbeat Manual operation (implemented from Comms only) and automatically place the control back in
Auto mode based on a Timer setting (settable only via Comms).

Inputs
Control Voltage Input: Nominal 120 Vac, 60 Hz (50 Hz optional); operates properly from 90 Vac to 140 Vac.
If set at 60 Hz, the operating system frequency is from 55 to 65 Hz; if set at 50 Hz, the operating system
frequency is from 45 to 55 Hz. The burden imposed on the input is 8 VA or less. The unit should be powered
from a voltage transformer connected at the controlled voltage bus. The unit will withstand twice the voltage
input for one second and four times the voltage input for one cycle.

Motor Power Input: Nominal 120 Vac to 240 Vac, at up to 6 A as required by the load, with no wiring changes
required.

Line Current Input: Line drop compensation is provided by a current transformer input with a 0.2 A full scale
rating. A Beckwith Electric model M‑0121 (5 A to 0.2 A) or M‑0169A (5 A or 8.66 A to 0.2 A) Auxiliary Current
Transformer is available when required. The burden imposed on the current source is 0.03 VA or less at
200 mA. The input will withstand 480 mA continuous and 4 A for 1 second.

Circulating Current Input: Parallel operation of regulators or transformers is accommodated by a current

transformer input with a 0.2 A full scale rating. The burden imposed on the current source is 0.03 VA or less
at 200 mA. The input will withstand 300 mA continuously, 400 mA for two hours, and 4 A for 1 second.

Control Power Backup Input (Two pin Molex connector on the top of control): The Control Power Backup
Input feature when connected to either a M-2026 or M-2027 backup power supply sustains operation of the
control in the event of a loss of AC input power to the control. Raise and Lower commands are possible if the
control's motor power remains energized. See M-2026/M2027 Control Power Backup Supplies (page 17).

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Binary Inputs
Voltage Reduction 1 & 2 Inputs: These inputs provide three levels of programmable voltage reduction which
can be manually invoked.

Neutral Position Detect: The Neutral Position Detect Input detects the neutral tap position, which assists the
KeepTrack tap position function. This Neutral Position Detect Input also facilitates disabling the paralleling
mode ∆VAR2.

Counter Input/Switch Status Input: When Input Selection 1 configuration is set to Switch Status, the Counter
Input detects tap position changes and updates two counters, one pre-settable and one re-settable. When
Input Selection 1 configuration is set to Seal-In, the counter input is used as the Switch Status Input and the
Seal-In input will cause the counter to increment.

Seal-in/Switch Status Input: When the Input Selection 1 configuration is set to "seal-in input", this input
provides for detection of the seal-in state to operate the seal-in output and will also increment the counters.
When "Input Selection 1" is set to Switch Status Input, this input provides the means to read the Auto/Manual
switch position status using SCADA.

Non-Sequential/SCADA Cutout Input: When the Input Selection 2 configuration is set to "Nonseq Input",
this input provides the means to perform non-sequential operations. When Input Selection 2 is set to "SCADA
Cutout Input", this input provides a means to block all write operations to the control from SCADA.

Outputs
Raise Output: Capable of switching 6 A at 120 Vac to 240 Vac motor power.

Lower Output: Capable of switching 6 A at 120 Vac to 240 Vac motor power.

Seal-In Output: Connects to the B‑0553 or B-1711 motor seal-in printed circuit board subassembly.

Deadman Alarm Output: Capable of switching 6 A at 120 Vac or 100 mA at 120 Vdc.

Programmable Alarm Output: Capable of switching 3 A at 120 Vac or 100 mA at 120 Vdc.

Front Panel Controls

Menu-driven access to all functions by way of four pushbuttons and a two-line alphanumeric display. There
are two programmable passwords available to provide various levels of access to the control functions.

The M‑2001C offers a 2-line by 20 character LCD display for enhanced viewing in direct sunlight. It also offers
a low-level LED backlight for reading in darker environments. An optional 2-line by 20 character Vacuum
Fluorescent Display (VFD) is available for industrial temperature range operations (-40° C to +80° C).

LED Indicators
Front panel LED indicators show the following control conditions: Out-of-Band RAISE, Out-of-Band LOWER,
Reverse Power Flow REV PWR detected, CPU OK, Line Drop Compensation LDC IN EFFECT, Voltage
Reduction V/RED IN EFFECT, Communications or Front Panel Auto Operation Block MANUAL, SCADA
control blocked LOCAL and COM1 TX and RX.

Output Contacts
Alarm Contact Outputs (2): One normally open programmable contact capable of switching 3 A at 120 Vac
and one normally closed self-test alarm contact; capable of switching 6 A at 120 Vac.

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Voltage Measurement Accuracy

Control accuracy is ± 0.3 % when tested in accordance with the ANSI/IEEE C57.15.9‑1999 standard over a
temperature range of -30° C to +65° C. The control accuracy is ± 0.5% when tested over the full operational
temperature range of -40° C to +85° C.

Communications
The communication ports provide access to all features, including metering, software updates, and programming
of all functions. This is accomplished using a modem or direct serial connection from any Windows based
computer running the TapTalk Communications Software package or SCADA communications software. COM1
(top) is available with RS‑232, RS‑485 or Fiber Optics. COM3 is an optional RJ45 Ethernet Port. COM2 is an
RS‑232 front port for local communications with TapTalk BECO 2200 and for software updates.

Protocols: The following standard protocols are included in COM1/COM3: BECO 2200, BECO 2179, Cooper
2179, Cooper 2179A, GP 2179, GP DNP3.0, AL PWR DNP3.0, MISS PWR DNP3.0, DNP3.0, and MODBUS.
COM2 uses BECO 2200 for local communications.

Communications Via Direct Connection: TapTalk supports direct communication with a Beckwith Electric
M‑2001C Digital Tapchanger Control using a serial "null modem" cable with a 9‑pin connector (DE9P) for the
control, and the applicable connector (usually DE9S or DB25S) for the PC, or Fiber Optic communication
using ST standard or two-wire RS‑485.

Optional: An optional ethernet 10 Mpbs port (COM 3) is available (Comprehensive Version only) through
an RJ‑45 jack on the top of the control. This port supports DNP over TCP/IP, BECO 2200 over TCP/IP, and
MODBUS over TCP/IP protocols.

Application: Using a PC, the operator has real‑time, remote access to all functions of the M‑2001C Digital
Tapchanger Control. The control can act as the monitoring point for all voltage, current, and related power
quantities, thereby simplifying operation while avoiding transducers and multiple Remote Terminal Unit (RTU)
analog inputs. The protocols implement half‑duplex, two‑way communications. This allows all functions, which
would otherwise require the presence of an operator at the control, to be performed remotely. Communication
capabilities include:
• Interrogation and modification of setpoints
• Broadcast of commands, such as tap change inhibit and voltage reduction (up to three steps) to
networked controls
• Recognition of alarm conditions, such as voltage extremes and excessive load
• Selective control of raise and lower tap change operations
• Re-configuration of the control, such as a change to the demand integration time period or a selection
of different alarm parameters

Unit Identifier: A 2-row by 15-character alphanumeric sequence, set by the user, can be used for unit
identification.

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COM1 Comprehensive Model

RS-232 Null Modem Cable (M-0423)
RS-485 (2 Wire), or Fiber Optic (ST) Cable

Beckwith Max 50' (RS-232)

M-2001C
Digital
Tapchanger ®

Control
COM2 All Models
RS-232 Null Modem
Cable (M-0423)

To Transformer / Regulator

Computer Running TapTalk

Printer Communications Software

Figure 1 Direct Connection

Communications Using a Modem: TapTalk supports remote (modem) communications with a Beckwith
Electric M‑2001C Digital Tapchanger Control (COM1 or COM2, COM1 shown). A Hayes‑compatible modem
and proper cabling is required.

Computer Running TapTalk

Communications Software

Figure 2 Modem Connection

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Communications Using Networking: The addressing capability of TapTalk allows networking of multiple
Beckwith Electric digital tapchanger controls (COM1 or COM2, COM1 shown). Each tapchanger control can
be assigned an address ranging from 1 to 200. Selected commands may be broadcast to all controls on the
network. Figure 3 through Figure 5 illustrate typical network configurations.
Communications-Line
"Straight-Through" Splitter
Modem Cables
Master Port

Modem

Null Modem
Cable
To Phone Line Direct RS-232C
Connection to PC

Up to three additional controls

M-2001C
Address 3

M-2001C
Address 2

M-2001C
Address 1

Figure 3 Network Connection (Comprehensive and Base-RS Models)

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Connect to computer

Computer Running TapTalk

Communications Software

Straight DB25
Connection to Computer
RS-232 COM Port
ST Multi-mode 62/125 Optical Fiber

Figure 4 Fiber Optic Connection Loop (Comprehensive and Base-RS Models)

Connect to computer

Computer Running TapTalk

Communications Software

Straight DB9
Connection to Computer
RS-232 COM Port

+
Model No. 485 LP9TB A
B & B Electronics 120Ω
RS-232/RS-485 B –

+ – s + – s + – s

 NOTE:
Only a single ground
should be used on the
cable to prevent ground
current loops in the shield.

Figure 5 RS‑485 Network Connection (Comprehensive and Base-RS Models)

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Tests and Standards

M-2001C Digital Tapchanger Control complies with the following type tests and standards:

Voltage Withstand
Dielectric Withstand
IEC 60255-5 1,500 Vac for 1 minute applied to each independent circuit to earth
1,500 Vac for 1 minute applied between each independent circuit

Impulse Voltage
IEC 60255-5 5,000 V pk, +/- polarity applied to each independent circuit to earth
5,000 V pk, +/- polarity applied between each independent circuit
1.2 by 50 µs, 500 ohms impedance, three surges at 1 every 5 seconds

IEC 60255-5 > 100 Megaohms

Electrical Environment
Electrostatic Discharge Test
IEC 60255-22-2 Class 4 (8 kV) – point contact discharge
IEC 60255-22-2 Class 4 (15 kV) – air discharge

Fast Transient Disturbance Test

IEC 60255-22-4 Class A (4 kV, 2.5 kHz)

Surge Withstand Capability

ANSI/IEEE 2,500 V pk-pk oscillatory applied to each independent circuit to earth
C37.90.1- 2,500 V pk-pk oscillatory applied between each independent circuit
1989 5,000 V pk Fast Transient applied to each independent circuit to earth
5,000 V pk Fast Transient applied between each independent circuit

ANSI/IEEE 2,500 V pk-pk oscillatory applied to each independent circuit to earth

C37.90.1- 2,500 V pk-pk oscillatory applied between each independent circuit
2002 4,000 V pk Fast Transient burst applied to each independent circuit to earth
4,000 V pk Fast Transient burst applied between each independent circuit
n NOTE: The signal is applied to the digital data circuits (RS-232, RS‑485, Ethernet communication port
coupling port) through capacitive coupling clamp.

Surge Immunity
IEC 60255-22-5 2,000 V pk, ± polarity applied, 1.2 µs by 50 µs, five surges, 1 every 5 seconds

Radiated Electromagnetic Withstand Capability

All units protected against electromagnetic radiated interference from portable communications transceivers

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Atmospheric Environment
Temperature: Control operates from -40° C to +85° C with either the LCD or Vacuum Fluorescent Display
n NOTE: The LCD display's functional temperature range is -20° C to +70° C. The optional vacuum
fluorescent display's functional temperature range is -40° C to +80° C.

IEC 60068-2-1 Cold, -40° C

IEC 60068-2-2 Dry Heat, +80° C
IEC 60068-2-78 Damp Heat, +40° C @ 93% RH

IEC 60068-2-30 Damp Heat Condensation Cycle, 25° C, +40° C @ 95% RH

Mechanical Environment
Vibration
IEC 60255-21-1 Vibration response Class 1, 0.5 g
Vibration endurance Class 1, 1.0 g

Compliance
cULus-Listed per 508 – Industrial Control Equipment
– Industrial Control Equipment Certified for Canada CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 14-M91
cULus-Listed Component per 508A Table SA1.1 Industrial Control Panels

Recommended Storage Parameters

Temperature: 5° C to 40° C

Humidity: Maximum relative humidity 80% for temperatures up to 31° C, decreasing to 31° C linearly to 50%
relative humidity at 40° C.

Environment: Storage area to be free of dust, corrosive gases, flammable materials, dew, percolating water,
rain and solar radiation.

Periodic Surveillance During Storage: The M-2001C contains electrolytic capacitors.It is recommended that
power be applied to the control every three to five years for a period not less than one hour to help prevent
the electrolytic capacitors from drying out.

Physical (All Models)

Size: 5 13/16" wide x 8 1/2" high x 3" deep (10.81 cm x 21.6 cm x 7.62 cm)
Mounting: Unit mounts directly to adapter or conversion front panels sized to replace popular industry
tapchanger controls.

Approximate Weight: 3 lbs, 11 oz (1.67 kg)

Approximate Shipping Weight: 6 lbs, 11 oz (3.03 kg)

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Optional Accessories
M-2025B (D) Current Loop Interface Modules and M-2948 Tap Position Sensor
The M-2025B(D) Current Loop Interface Modules are a current-to-voltage analog converters that can accept
inputs from M-2948 Beckwith Electric Tap Position Sensors (Table 1) or Incon 1250B Rotary Position Sensor.

Degrees/
Sensor Rotation Taps Neutrals
Tap
M‑2948‑91N Negative 9° ±16 1
M‑2948‑91P Positive 9° ±16 1
M‑2948‑92N Negative 9° ±16 2
M‑2948‑92P Positive 9° ±16 2
M‑2948‑93N Negative 9° ±16 3
M‑2948‑93P Positive 9° ±16 3
M‑2948‑95N Negative 9° ±16 5
M‑2948‑95P Positive 9° ±16 5
M‑2948‑11N Negative 10° ±16 1
M‑2948‑11P Positive 10° ±16 1
M‑2948‑12N Negative 10° ±16 2
M‑2948‑12P Positive 10° ±16 2
M‑2948‑13N Negative 10° ±16 3
M‑2948‑13P Positive 10° ±16 3
M‑2948‑16N Negative 10° ±8 6
M‑2948‑16P Positive 10° ±8 6

n NOTE: Tap Position Sensors are available with either a positive "P" or negative "N" rotation. With positive
rotation, the shaft of the M-2948 rotates clocvkwise while raising taps. With negative rotation,
the shaft of the M-2948 rotates counter-clockwise while raising taps.
Table 1 M-2948 Model Application Information

The tap position sensors are rotary shaft encoders with built-in microprocessors that provide stepped output
signals in 9 or 10 degree increments. Table 1 illustrates the available rotation, tap and neutral configurations.
The electrical output of these sensors is a 4-20 mA current loop that converts easily to a voltage signal at the
input of the M-2025B(D) with the addition of a proper value shunt resistor. For a 4-20 MA Current Loop, 150
ohms is required on the input of the M-2025B(D).

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Configurations
Most LTC tapchangers have an output shaft on the tapchanger mechanism whose angular position is a
mechanical analog of the tapchanger tap position. In many cases, the total range of tap positions is represented
by less than one complete rotation of this position output shaft. The typical values of shaft movement on 32
tap mechanisms are 9° or 10° of mechanical rotation per tap position.

Other angular rotation values are likely to be encountered. Contact Beckwith Electric for information on sensor
availability for specific requirements.

Application Notes
• The M-2948 Tap Position Sensor directly mounts in place of the Incon Tap Sensor Model 1292.
• The M-2948 Tap Position Sensor directly mechanically replaces the Selsyn-Type Position Sensor.
• The M-2948-91N Tap Position Sensor is for use with a Qualitrol Position Indicator, Model 081-002-01
or equivalent.

Incon Tap Position Monitor connected to an Incon 1250 Series Rotary Position Sensor
Both types of devices provide a 4-20 mA dc current loop output. The current loop develops a voltage across
a properly sized resistor on the input to the M-2025B(D). The resultant voltage signal is conditioned in
the M-2025B(D) and routed to the M-2001 series Tapchanger Control where the voltage is converted to a
corresponding tap position number.

The tap position sensors are rotary shaft encoders with built-in microprocessors that provide stepped output
signals in 9 or 10 degree increments. They have rotations of 288 and 320 degrees respectively for 32 taps
and one neutral position. The electrical output of these sensors is a 4-20 mA current loop that converts easily
to a voltage signal at the input of the M-2025B(D) with the addition of a proper value shunt resistor. For a 4-20
MA Current Loop, 150 ohms is required on the input of the M-2025B(D).

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P1 1 2 3 4 5 6

M-2948
Tap Sensor

J1 1 2 3 4 5 6
M-2025D
CURRENT LOOP
POWER
INTERFACE NEUTRAL CAL

NEAR NEUTRAL CAL

(-)

RX
3 4 5 6
Current Loop 1 2 7 8 9

Range Resistor
Black
Brown

Unipolar
Red
Yellow
Orange

Green For Factory Use ONLY! Do Not Connect to Ground!

Figure 6 Typical M-2025D External Tap Position Interface with M-2948 Tap Position Sensor

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M-2026/M-2027 Control Power Backup Supplies

If the optional Control Power Backup Input is purchased, the following accessories are available:

M-2026 AC-DC Control Power Backup Supply

The M-2026 will output a regulated +12 Vdc (± 0.5 V) output voltage. The unit incorporates a fused input, surge
protection, and reverse polarity protection. The M‑2026 is capable of up to a 1.5 Ampere output. The M-2026
Control Power Backup Supply will accept an AC and/or DC input over the following ranges:
• 21 to 32 Vdc • 42 to 60 Vdc • 105 to 145 V AC/DC

M-2027 Control Power Backup Supply-AC Only

The M-2027 will accept an AC (105 to 140 Vac, 50/60 Hz) input and output +12 Vdc (Nominal). The M‑2027
is capable of loads up to 1.0 Ampere. The unit incorporates a fused input and surge protection.

The M‑2026 and M‑2027 units are housed in a non-weathertight enclosure and equipped with screw terminal
blocks for input and output connections.

Facility AC-DC Source

21 to 32V DC, 42 to 60V DC, Facility AC Source
or 105 to 145V AC/DC 105-140V AC

M-2026 AC-DC M-2027 Control

Control Power Power Backup
Backup Supply Supply AC to
DC Only

+12 V

B-1021 Control Backup

Power Supply cable for use
with M-2026 or M-2027
Backup Power Supplies.

B-0920 Control Backup

Power Supply cable for use
with Backup Power Supply
units other than M-2026 or
M-2027.

Figure 7 Typical M-2026/M-2027 Control Power Backup Supply Application

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M-2001C Style Selection Chart

M-2001C 6 N L A A

Frequency
6 = 60 Hz operation
5 = 50 Hz operation
M-2001C-6SLAA
Control Type
N= Base-R
R= Base-RS w/RS-485
F= Base-RS w/Fiber
T= Base-T
S= Comprehensive
E= Comp. w/Ethernet

Display Type
L = LCD
V = Vacuum Fluorescent

Additional Options
A= No additional Option
B= ∆VAR Paralleling
C= Backup DC power input
D= Both B & C
F= French
G= French & ∆VAr

Customer MODs
A= No MOD
B= MOD 266
C= MOD 330
D= MOD 362
E= MOD 465
F= MOD 467
G= MOD 467R
H= MOD 608
Option Availability: VFD ∆VAR Ethernet DC pwr
I= MOD 609
K= MOD 615 M-2001C - Comp Yes Yes Yes Yes
L= MOD 608 & 615 M-2001C - Base-T Yes Yes N/A N/A
M-2001C - Base-R Yes N/A N/A N/A
M-2001C - Base-RS Yes N/A N/A Yes

Example Style Numbers:

M-2001C-6SV Comprehensive LTC Control (60Hz) with Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD). Inputs/Outputs:
Non-sequential, Paralleling, Alarms, Tap Info (INCON), Voltage Reduction, LDC. Communication: RS232,
RS485 & Fiber optic ports, 10 protocols including DNP3.0 & MODBUS.

M-2001C-5TLBA Base-T LTC Control (50Hz) With LCD. Inputs/Outputs: Non-sequential, Paralleling, Alarms,
Tap Info (INCON), Voltage Reduction, LDC. Communication: RS232, BECO-2200 protocol only. Options:
∆VAR paralleling.

M-2001C-6NL Base-R Regulator Control (60Hz) With LCD. Inputs: Voltage Reduction, LDC. Communication:
RS232, BECO-2200 protocol only.

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Patent & Warranty

The M‑2001C Tapchanger Control is covered by U.S. Patents 5,315,527 and 5,581,173.

The M‑2001C Tapchanger Control, M-2026 AC-DC Control Power Backup Supply and M-2027 Control Power
Backup Supply-AC Only, M-2948 Tap Position Sensor, and M-2025B(D) Current Loop Interface Modules are
covered by a five-year warranty from date of shipment.

Trademarks
All brand or product names referenced in this document may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective holders.

Specification subject to change without notice. Beckwith Electric has approved only the English version of
this document.

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