Anno UNciA 3 ig 8 ky latin 9! Distribution Automation EquipmentA Generation Ahead New demands for managing distribution systems call for devices inherently reliable and intelligent. They require a built-in capal for data gathering and communications, along with extremely low maintenance. The ABB SafeNet solution meets each of these demands. The ABB VR-3S Recloser is the first in the SafeNet Switch family. It brings powerful microprocessor control to recloser technology, advancing management capal S for fault location, adaptive protection and monitoring, power quality and communications. With all of the features that the VR-3S has to offer, it will be a flexible building block in any automation system. Built-In Benefits ‘The VR-3S accomplishes the job of a traditional recloser reliably and efficiently. Safe and stable, the VR-3S offers an environmental edge, climinating. the need for gas or oil. Encapsulated vacuum inter- rupters produce clean interruption with minimum and even contact wear over a wide temperature range. Like the unit's simplified magnetic actuators, these vacuum interrupters are capable of thousands ‘of operations without scheduled maintenance. And there's more: digital information and communica. tions to enhance system-wide performance. As a result of this breakthrough functionality, ABB offers a recloser that revolutionizes the market. Low Maintenance ABB's unique encapsulated system is safe, reliable, and environmentally sound. Vacuum interrupters perform a large number of mechanical and clectr- ‘al operations with small contact movement and low breaking energy. The VR-3S requires neither cil nor gas; the pole assembly is encased in a solid polyurethane dielectric, the insulating material of choice for this function. In ABB’ fifteen years of ‘outdoor experience with polyurethane encapsulated ‘medium voltage applications, the material has ablished a clear edge in permanent flexibility, low stress, superior arc track resistance, and immunity to the effects of ozone and ultraviolet rays. Rugged, light and non-britde, polyurethane simplifies transportation to remote locations and resists vandalization. Using proven hardened electronics a well as insulating material without oil or gas, ABB has produced a recloser rated for temperature swings from -50° to 70°C Because the VR-3S is equipped with magnetic actuators, responsible for opening and closing the recloser’s main contacts, the number of parts is drastically reduced, increasing reliability. This patented system has fewer moving parts than any other available recloser. The light-weight upper unit is ideal for pole mounting. The small control cabinet attaches easily lower on the pole, providing simple access to the wealth of information it records and ‘The recloser has no scheduled maintenance beyond changing the battery every 5-7 years — and the battery can be tested locally through a direct front- panel button, or remotely through a communications interface. Meanwhile, the unit offers a 34-hour battery carryover upon loss of power. With continual self-checking and status indication, these features make the PCD2000 control unit essentially maintenance fre.Integral Communications for Distribution Automation ‘The PCD2000 control, which forms an essential part of the VR-3S, provides a SCADA-friendly interface for remote communication with existing SCADA systems via Modbus™ RTU, Modbus™ ASCH, and DNP 3.0™ protocols. The controller can be repro- grammed to implement other protocols. This built in communication allows remote operation of the reclose. RS-232 and RS-485 ports are available, making the recloser ready for external links through radio or modem. The fiber optic option provides a port for direct fiber optic communications. The cabinet includes space fora radio or modem, eliminating the need for a dedicated RTU, reducing installation and ‘operating costs. The front-mounted optical port matches ports on electronic meters. Data can be downloaded of uploaded on site through this optical port, or remotely through one of the communica- tions links. Information Gathering and Analysis: Metering and Oscillography ‘The PCD2000 meters current and voltage (when voltage input is supplied) co 19% accuracy, measuring kWh and KVARh, power factor, demand Watts and VARs, and frequency. For load profile data, the user selects a time interval between samples: 5, 15, 30, ‘or 60 minutes. This choice yields a load profil record of 13.3, 40, 80, oF 160 days, respectively. TThe data is stored in a format easily imported t0 word processing or spreadsheet programs for analysis and graphing, For detailed oscillographic data, users select events to be monitored. Waveform data captured by the lle is sampled and stored at a resolution of 32 points per cycle, each waveform can be stored for 64 cycles. Users can program the trigger po in quar cycles of prefault and faule data as possible. When downloaded for power quality and system distur. bance analysis, this data can prove to be an excellent to0l for evaluation, le increments to provide as many The PCD2000% fault detection capabilities will detect even intermirtent faults. Location of faults is simplified by a patented ABB fault algorithm. The uunit works in background mode to estimate faule resistance and to compute the appatent distance to the fault, maintaining protection integrity while helping to pinpoint the trouble spot. The PCD2000 stores the last 32 occurrences of a fault and 128 sequences of events; easy local or remote downloading of this information provides an invaluable snapshot of the recloser’s recent history. Reliable and Sophisticated System Protection ‘When configuring their system, PCD2000 users are given a choice among three curve standards — ANSI, IEC, or recloser — or, for even greater flexi bility, users may program custom curves to match their particular system parameters. Once the curve standard is sclected, users may program three independent seting groups: ‘Primary settings ‘+ Alc I settings (often “safety” parameters) + Ale 2 settings (often “wint temperature parameters) Ik easy to switch from one to another of these three setting groups, either remotely or on site, saving a tremendous amount of time. Protective settings ae stored in nonvolatile memory, so that power failure doesnt force reprogramming, ‘The comprehensive array of features built inco the PCD2000 will enhance the reliability of the entire energy distribution system. These include, in addi- tion to overcurrent protection, over and under voleage control or alarming, frequency shedding and restoration, negative sequence protection, directional protection, sensitive earth fault, sequence coordination and cold load timer. Programming may be accomplished in any of three ‘ways, allowing che user to choose the one that’ most efficient for the task at hand + Through the clearly marked front panel buttons, + Using a computer on site to download or upload information through the front optical port, or + Via remore communications links using radio, modem or fiber optic technology Pushing Ahead: New Features The PCD2000 is continually being enhanced with useful features to make it the premier control avail- able in the industry. Some of these features are as follows ‘+ WinPCD: Enhanced communications/program- ming software now includes dial up feature and extensive remote control capability + Power Quality: Implemented per ANSI/IEEE Sed. 1159, records voltage sags, swells, and total harmonic distortion. This allows the user to take advantage of the recloser’s unique position on a line to analyze power quality problems Customizable Tagging Function: For remote or local (with optional switch) taggis requirements Single Phase Tripping: Optional feature which will prevent 2/3 of outages on line-ground faults, only available with the VR-3S recloser ‘a woath of inirmaton ‘colectad and stored by the PCD2 Easy one-step buttons pr vide a simple intertace with Integrated recioser functions Feexble achtecture ‘lows eaby upgrades for the POD2000. Each ofthe three poles in the VI-3S i encepediated in potyrethane, eaminating the need for 988 oF 0Bie) me) ‘* Wide temperature range: -50° to 70°C ‘* Full operational testing without a high voltage supply * Solid dielectrics and direct driven magnetic actuation provide unsurpassed reliability with no maintenance Vacuum interrupters = Maximum reliability Minimum and even contact wear Lng life: thousands of operations without scheduled maintenance Integral part of pole assembly Polyurethane encapsulating material ~ Environmentally sound: no il or gas Proven outdoor performance ~ Permanent flexibility, low stres, superior arc track resistance Resistant to ozone and ultraviolet ra ~ Easy to transport: rugged, ight, non-britte Resists vandalization Integrated sensors Encapsulated in polyurethane for protection ~ Voltage transformers can be added to all frames je wo obtain power meting and vokag: dependent pronetion Magnetic actuators ~ Reliable: dramatic reduction in moving pares ~ Virtually maintenance-free: over ten thousand operations without scheduled maintenance Mechanical trip Hookstick operates emergency trip for safety Air Insulated Outdoor Cabinet = Mild oF stainless steel enclosure ~ Fliminates environmental and maintenance concerns of oil or gas Spare cable signals for voltage signals, now of later Knockouts to bring vo Is and power into cabinet to climinate messy wiring on pole and ground loop issues Open/Close indicators ~ Individual phase position indicators — Highly visible from the groundThe PCD2000 Control Unit ‘+ Easy to use, yet very powerful microprocessor control providing Remote Communication extensive recloser protection functions : . = RS-232 port includes RTS/CTS handshaking. ‘Stores operation, fault and oscillographic data for system and Riga Necirasi rend DPT fault analysis peotocols incladed wich all unis ofntegraied battery charger, monliors and maximizes battery Bie = DNP 3.0” is fully compliant to level 2 and supports + Unsurpassed communication capabilities unsolicited responses Local human-machine interface Metering = Simple menu-driven programming usin si-burton Meters curent and voltage (with vohage input keypad supplicd) wo 196 accuracy Lighted display indicates phase currents normaly = Measures kW and VAR, power factor, demand fark iforention fcr a oct Warts and VARS and fequency — User-selectabe load profile data sampling ~ All data can be downloaded on-site or remotely h communications interface Indicator lights ~ Continual self-checking with status indication — Pickup and lockout indication Enhanced protection ~ Three curve standards: ANSI, IEC and recloser — Users may program three custom curve setings — Remote of local selection between three setting, groups: Primary, Ale 1, and Ale 2 Front panel override button to Alt I settings Protective setings in nonvolatile memory no loss during power failure ~ Single phase tipping option Integrated recloser functions = Ground, remote, and reclose blocked pushbuttons ~ Sensitive Earth Faule (SEF) blocked (SEF is optional, recommended for ungrounded delta applications) = PROG |: Battery test Open and close pushbuttons ~ Indicator light shows open or closed satus Optical communication port ~ Front mounted: moisture and dust resseane Easy download and upload of data on site Feutt detection Communication ports — Recs eel Ek da for he i 32 ip operon ~ Isolated RS-232 and RS-485 ports standard — Programmable V/O ports, 6 inputs, 4 ourpurs standard Optional fiber optic port for interference free ‘communication: fiber optic signals ate fully regenerated at each unit for successful daisy chaining Fault location Patented algorithm estimates fault resistance and computes apparent distance to fault — Works in background mode to maintain protection integrity 7 Oscillographic data utdeor eabine Storage capeciy of 64 cpu of monioed warden dz “Mild or stainless steel caine, NEMA 3R wth Mi ors = Arable ceric oc sexed toeph conenenicatia ites — Basar poos fll epoatond capable for 34 hous “ a Power quality ~ Ample pac for communications equipmen Recondsvllage sags, swells and vr harmonic distortion (THD) — Three point ching with palockable handle ~ Implemented per ANSVIEEE Sed 1159 and includes Optional accessories, such as GFH outlet programmable voleage thresholdsBenefits at a glance ‘Saves time, saves money + Reliable recloser functions plus powerful microprocessor control + Vireually maintenance free Light weight, easy to transport and install * Continuously selfchecking * Quick access to all information, either on-site ‘or remotely through communications ports ‘Maximizes payback + Makes the most of a recloser’s unique position ‘on the line, adding a “smart” device to the feeder system, * Provides fast isolation ofa fault, reducing damage + Faule location algorithm reduces travelling time ‘of line crews: less outage time, increased revenue + When reclosers are managed remotely, system integrity improves and demands on staff are reduced + Excellent tool for power quality and system analysis + Environmentally stable: no use of oil or gas ‘means no crew time spent maintaining dielectric levels Technical specifications Fully programmable protection features + Choice of protective curves: ANSI, IEG, recloset, and user-programmable curves ‘+ Curves individually selectable foreach reclose step ++ Three independent protection setings groups * Directional protection, over/under voltage and frequency protection when voltage transformers are used (recloser is pre-wired for VT's) Remote communication features * Allows fll control of recloser through ‘communications ports + SCADA-friendly, wih pre-programmed protocols, * Ready for connection to a radio (no need for a separate RTU), modem and optionally fiber optics *+ Cabinet has ample space for mounting a radio ‘or modem Distribution automation capabilities * Fully addressable for both remote access and SCADA applications * Supports open protocols, Modbus” ASCII, Modbus” RTU, and DNP 3.0 + Remote access ro metering, load profile, and + Upgradeable for future functio Ratings Nomnal vtage: 144 249 usw Maximum votage: 155 ar OW ‘Continuous current ‘560/800 560/800 560/800 amperes Interupting curent, symmetrical: 12/16" 125/16" 12.56/16 KA Making curent asymmetricalrms: 20/26" 2026 2028. KA asymmetrical peak: 31/40" 31/40" 31/80 KA a 110 125 70 OW Bushing creepage distance: 177 208 404 inches 450 760 1028 mm Miinum strke: 105 134 165 inches 287 300, 419 mm \atnstand, 1 minute 60 He, oy: 0 © 70 kms \wanstand, 10 seconds 60 Hz, wet: 45 50 60 kvims Weight, inctucing pole frame: 495 495 565 bs 261 297 339 kg Weight, contol cabinet: 105 105 105 bs 6 3 8 1 Materials: Vacuum interrupter encased in polyurethane Mic or stainless stoe! housing No gas or of Encapsuiated in polyurethane and sizod not to saturate at rated faut curents ‘Operating temperature: -50° to +70° C For the 800A rating, use te 27 AY clmensions * Fortho 16 A rating, uso te 38 AV clmensions * Sealed rechargeable battery pack ‘= Monitor local and remotely + 5-7 yoar te expectancy ‘+ Easy accessible for changing ‘= Alows for 34-hour caryover and mutiple operations ‘upon loss of power + Includes capacitor backup in case of battery falure Testing ANS: Meets all appicable recoser and contr ‘Standards (ANSI 037.60, C37.90) Lie test: 10.000 mechanical operations without vsble effect Voltage: 1% accuracy (Current: 1% accuracy ih and KVAR 2% accuracy) Power factor Demand Watts and VARS Frequency‘Some avaliable options: + Mounting bracet on reciosr Fae or uo 103 votage ranstormers (tage trantormers cana be supp) + Mouning bracets or up o 6 csteution (ass arestars| + Suestaton mounting tame fo match the (Cooper™ ott ‘+ Modbus™ RTU and ASC adcress-orented protocols ‘+ DNP 3.0% a byte oriented protocol based on EC 870-5-Tt standard specications Protection curves included oa ec “+ Recioser (Hydra) + User programmable custom curves ‘Setting group options Al protective settings are hy programmabie and indiwaualy selectable n tree grouns: + Primary setings = Main protective settings A sotings = Otten used for salty” settings ~ Easy to access through ro-panel override button = At2 sotings = Often used for “winter or extreme temperature Al protective setngs ae stored r0n- volotle memory andar rey selectable So ‘+ Phase time overcurent protection 1p) ‘+ Phase instantaneous overcurent ‘protection (50P-1, SOP-2, 50P-3) ‘© Ground overcurent protection IN) ‘Ground instantaneous overcurent protection (50N-1, SON-2, 5ON-3) ‘© Negative sequence overcurrent ‘protection (46) = Vani quarts or conta cabinet ‘Clamp termina (26-350M0M, 1/0- 500MCI) or NEMA spades 2 o 4 hoe) | Staness Sto! conta and recs cabinets ‘+ Phase and ground crectional ‘overcurent protection (67P, 67N) ‘+ Two independent steps for load shed, restoration, and over frequency 81S, 81R, 810) 1 Underitage and overvatage conta ‘and alarm 27/59) = Upto S reciose cytes ‘+ Adaptive reclosing shots: each ‘oie in recose sequence allows, independent programming of protective functions ‘+ Sensitive Earth Faut protection wth directional features optional ¥_] Preprogrammed adaptive protection Zone sequence coordination (Cald load pick-up ‘Automatic reciose blocking Delayed manual close ‘Approximate dimensions (pole mount frame) STeperer reper ys y= |=;eTs| |=] |= fmf ae sxe | |r| ot | ot | | | vo | wo | S| we [Pe | |r| se | |e | oo) | | | we fewpe ps |e] [ur] = [ss]se]mr[ss | as sxe | ss | sie] 6 | | ve | | st | ao | se | woDistribution Automation Equipment Division 180 9000 Certified, Year 2000 Complaint RUS Conditionally Accepted Descriptive Bulletin 38-741-27 Otter Herature avaiable