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T R A N S FO R M E R CO M P O N E N T S

Measurement and safety devices

for distribution and power transformers
2 ME ASUREMENT AND SAFET Y DEVICES FOR DISTROBUTION AND POWER TR ANSFORMERS

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Transformers are critical parts
in the power grid. To secure reliable
and safe service conditions,
ABB COMEM Operating unit
provides a comprehensive range
of measurement and safety devices,
including the new generation
of smart devices and cost-effective
complete solutions that monitor
transformer health and improve
safety, reliability and efficiency,
while minimizing environmental
impact.
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Table of contents

04 – 07 Buchholz Relays

08 – 11 Dehydrating breathers

12 – 17 Liquid level indicators

18– 21 Winding and liquid temperature

indicators

22– 25 Pressure relief devices

26 – 27 Hydrogen and moisture sensor

28 – 29 Multi-Gas analyzer

30– 31 Integrated Safety detector

32 – 33 Temperature monitoring unit

4 ME A SUREMENT AND SAFET Y DEVICES TR ANSFORMER COMPONENTS
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Buchholz relays
Gas accumulation and oil flow monitoring
A Buchholz relay is a fundamental device for transformers, it keeps internal gas
accumulation and oil flow monitored and under control.
— Transformer outages have a considerable
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Comem BR80 economic impact on the operation of a power
supply network. Therefore it is the aim to ensure
an accurate assessment of the transformer
condition.
Partial discharges, leakage currents, hot spots
and arcing are phenomena that contribute to
degradation of oil insulationg performances by
generating dangerous gas flow inside
the transformer tank.
ABB has developed a reliable Buchholz relay
that promptly provide information about internal
malfunctioning giving the possibility to
eventually stop the system prior its destruction.
The Buchholz relay is sited in the pipework
between the transformer and its conservator
and it is filled with oil during normal transformer
operation.
When gas is generated in the transformer it
rises towards the conservator and collects
in the upper chamber of the relay. The oil level
drops and the top float triggers alarm switch.
Gas shall not freely pass from the relay body and
escape into the pipework before the alarm
contact has operated.
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Another important functionality of the Buchholz
relay is to operate if oil flow from the transformer
tank to the oil conservator. In case the oil flow
speed exceed the pre-set value the flow vent
operates and switch the trip contact.
Application:
• Liquid-filled transformers with or without
rubber bag
• Transformer conservator
• Transformer tank
Benefits and features:
• Field-proven reliability
• No false alarms
• Robust design
• IP65, IP66 upon request
• Special design for On-load tap-changer (OLTC)
application, hermetic transformers and
transformers with conservator with rubber bag
• Compliant with IEC 60076-22-1
Additional accessories:
• Gas sampling device
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TECHNICAL DATA

Standard IEC 60076-22-1

Housing Alluminum alloy

Indoor/outdoor Corrosion class: C4-Medium RAL 7032

Three types of installation
environment
Tropical proof Corrosion class: C5-Medium Geomet coatings

Nominal pipe diameter DN25, DN50 and DN80 or G ½ threaded connection

Inspection glass Tempered glass with UV filter

Oil temperature From -40°C up to +120°C

From -40°C up to +80°C

Ambient temperature
Lower temperature version available upon request

Switches Up to 4

Max. nominal current 2A

Min. switching current 10 mA/24 V dc (for lower current the golden contact is available)

Rated insulation voltage 2.5 kV ac 1 min between contacts and earth, 1.0 kV ac 1 min between open contacts

Flow vents speed 1.0 m/s to 3.0 m/s (each ±15%)

Cable gland 2; M25x1.5

IP65
Degree of protection
IP66 upon request
4M4 Class
Mechanical test (vibration class)
4M6 Class upon request

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6 ME A SUREMENT AND SAFET Y DEVICES TR ANSFORMER COMPONENTS

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Buchholz relay Comem eBR
with analog and digital output

Leakage current, arcing, flashovers, loss of insulating liquid or excessively

high flow rates can generate gas and affect transformer performance.

— Buchholz relay Comem eBR is an innovative Application:

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Comem eBR evolution of our standard device. Thanks to its • Liquid-filled transformers with or without
digital interface, Comem eBR continuously rubber bag
monitors two crucial parameters to ensure • Transformer conservator
correct transformer performance: • Transformer tank
gas accumulation and insulating fluid flow
to the conservator. Benefits and features:
• Continuous gas accumulation and oil flow speed
An electro-pneumatic valve is automatically monitoring
operated by Comem eBR to discharge the gas • Analog output 4-20mA
and avoid transformer shutdown. • Digital output: Modbus RTU
• No false alarm
Comem eBR is a fundamental device for • Robust design in accordance to 4M6 class
oil-filled transformer equipped with oil • Petcock relay: opening of the gas discharge valve
conservator because it provides a continuous from remote
monitoring of the gas accumulation at any time. • Gas withdrawal via gas sampling device
• IP65, IP66 upon request
Furthermore, the device is equipped with two • Compatible with all eDevices and CoreSense+
flow vents (flap valves) to detect unexpected • Compliant with IEC 60076-22-1
increase of oil flow speed. Contacts related to
gas accumulation are separated from those for
oil flow speed hence it is possible to immediately
and remotely identify the trip cause. Comem eBR
cover holds the lever for mechanically test and a
valve for pneumatically test the contacts (it can be
done also from ground level).

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TECHNICAL DATA

Standard IEC 60076-22-1

Housing Alluminum alloy

Indoor/outdoor Corrosion class: C4-Medium RAL 7032

Three types of installation
environment
Tropical proof Corrosion class: C5-Medium Geomet coatings

Nominal pipe diameter DN80

Inspection glass Tempered glass with UV filter

Oil temperature From -40°C to +115°C

From -40°C to +80°C

Ambient temperature
Lower temperature version available upon request

Switches Up to 4

Max. nominal current 2A

Min. switching current 10 mA/24 V dc (for lower current are available the golden contact)

Rated insulation voltage 2.5 kV ac 1 min between contacts and earth, 1.0 kV ac 1 min between open contacts

Insulation resistance 1000 MΩ/500 V dc

Flow vents speed da 1 m/s a 2.5 m/s (each ±15%)

Cable gland 2; M25x1.5

IP65
Degree of protection
IP66 upon request

Power supply 24 V dc +/-10% polarized

Analog output 4-20 mA

Modbus RTU
Digital output
Data logger

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8 ME A SUREMENT AND SAFET Y DEVICES TR ANSFORMER COMPONENTS

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Dehydrating breathers
designed to absorb moisture
Moisture is a leading cause of transformer aging. Avoiding moisture ingress
into the transformer is paramount to avoiding outage and maximizing
the lifetime of the equipment.

— Dehydrating breathers are designed to absorb Application:

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Dehydrating breather moisture caused by the intake of air into the • Liquid-filled distribution and power
transformer during thermal contraction of transformers with conservator
the oil mass. • On-load tap-changers

Dehydrating breathers contain salts of Benefits and features:

chemically pure silicon oxide, called silica gel, • Field-proven reliability
with colored indicator, which absorb the • External hardware in AISI 304 stainless steel
moisture and atmospheric humidity and • Robust design
prevent oil contamination. • Easy installation
• Compliant with EN 50216-5/A2 Standard
During its normal operation the salt starts
changing color due to its moisture absorption,
the color variations are shown on the
dehumidifier label. At this point, the salt
contained in the dehydrating breather must
be replaced with new salt or can be regenerated.

It is possible to carry out a regeneration in order

to dry back the salt. This operation can be easily
made by heating the silica gel at a temperature
between 120°C and 150°C, until its color changes
to the original one.

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TECHNICAL DATA
Standard EN 50216-5/A2

Material All the external part are resistant to transformer oils, salt fog and UV rays

Indoor/outdoor Corrosion class: C4-Medium RAL 7032

Three types of installation
environment
Tropical proof Corrosion class: C5-Medium Geomet coatings

Protection pipe material Glass or Polycarbonate

Ambient temperature From -40 °C to 80 °C (from -40 °F to 176°F)

Connection with EN flange or with female thread

Adding flange for fixing Standard in the lower part for the types 7 and 8

Colored, non-poisonous silica gel; amount according application table above (The color change from orange to
Desiccant
green absorbing humidity)

Protection Stainless steel pipe protection against accidental blows, with opening that allow visual inspection on the salt

Pressure load loss of air through

0.003 Kg /cm2 for inlet air, 0.005 Kg/cm2 for outlet air
the dehydraing breather

SELECTION MATRIX
  Features (available for standard version) Options
Corrosion protection: C4
Silica gel Volume (dm3)

Silica gel Weight (Kg)

Corrosion class: C5-

Quantity of Oil (t) (a)

Polycarbonate tube

Medium (Offshore)
Mechanical closing

Female connection
Flange connection
Moderate salinity

Hydraulic closing
(ISO 12944)

Glass tube
Type

E11 0÷4 0.25 0.2 ■ - ■ ■ - ■ - -

1 0÷8 0.46 0.37 ■ ■ ■ ■ - ■ ● ●

2 0÷8 0.95 0.76 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ● ●

3 8÷20 2.75 2.2 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ● ●

4 8÷20 6.5 5.2 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ● ●

5 20÷60 13.3 10.5 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ● ●

6 20÷60 19 15.2 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ● ●

7 >60 32 25.6 ■ ■ - ■ ■ - ● ●

8 >60 58 46.3 ■ ■ - ■ ■ - ● ●

(a) The oil quantities assigned to size classes are oriented on normal European ambient condition as given in EN50216-1, Table 1.
The values are intended to give guidance to the user: The proper choice must take into consideration the real environmental conditions, the thermal cycles due to the service
conditions of the transformer and the maintenance cycle.

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10 ME A SUREMENT AND SAFET Y DEVICES TR ANSFORMER COMPONENTS

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Self-dehydrating breathers Comem eSDB
with analog and digital output
Moisture is a leading cause of transformer aging. Avoiding moisture ingress
into the transformer is of paramount importance to avoid outages
and maximize the lifetime of the asset.

— Continuous moisture absorption is ensured Benefits and features:

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Comem eSDB 15 by two independent silica gel tanks working
alternatively on time-based or condition-based
principles.
ABB offers a wide range of self-dehydrating
breathers for various applications.
Application:
• Liquid-filled distribution and power
transformers with conservator
• On-load tap-changers (OLTC)
• Increase transformer reliability
• Continuous moisture absorption ensured
by two independant silicagel tanks
• Two working principles available
• Comem eSDB: Continuous silicagel monitoring
• Comem eSDB-C: Environment based
regeneration
• Operational cost savings
• Automatic silicagel regeneration process
drastically reduce expensive maintenance
activities
• Data monitoring available through analog
output 4-20 mA and digital ouput Modbus RTU
• Easy to install
• Suitable for new installation and retrofit case
• Compatible with all Comem eDevices and
CoreSense+
• Flange according with EN and DIN standards

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TECHNICAL DATA

Material All the external part are resistant to transformer oils, salt fog and UV rays (1)

Indoor/outdoor Corrosion class: C4-Medium RAL 7032

Three types of installation
environment
Tropical proof Corrosion class: C5-Medium Geomet coating

Ambient temperature From -40 °C to 80 °C (from -40 °F to 176 °F )

Degree of protection IP45 in accordance with EN60529 (except terminal box which is IP66)

Vibration damping Standard anti-vibration supports can be anchored to the transformer (Fig.3/D,4/D)

Overvoltage protection Standard

Desiccant Colorless, non-poisonous silicagel; amount according application table above

Cable glands 2 M25x1.5

Functional test Standard

Degree of protection of terminal

IP66 according to EN 60259
board

Ventilation valve To prevent the formation of condensation

4 mm2, AWG 24-10 flexible cables with or without terminals (screws are used to fasten
Wires the cables to the terminal board on the terminal box). For digital/analog output advised 4x1mm2 (4x0.00155”2) /
2x1mm2 (2x0.0155”2) shielded twisted pair cable.

Rated voltage Power Supply 115 / 230V ac/dc ±10% 50 / 60 Hz (max/min supply voltage 90 / 270V ac/dc)

Increased current consumption during regeneration

Current consumption
 
3.0 A (during regeneration process)

Analog output 4-20 mA

Digital output MODBUS RTU

Data logger

SELECTION MATRIX

OLTC Petersen coil Traction Network phase Network phase Network phase HVDC Furnace GSU
shifting shifting shifting cavern
Shunt reactors Shunt reactors Shunt reactors
Step up Step up

Power All < 40 MVA 40 ≤ MVA < 200 200 ≤ MVA < 350 MVA ≥ 350

Oil All < 40 tons 40 ≤ tons < 80 ≥ 80 tons

Comem eSDB 10
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Comem eSDB 10C

Comem eSDB 12C • • •

Comem eSDB 14C •

Comem eSDB 15 •

Comem eSDB 30 •

Comem eSDB 40 • • •

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Liquid level indicators Comem OLI
clear and visible liquid level indication
Unexpected or accidental liquid leakages may occur randomly along transformer’s
lifetime. Clear and visible indication of oil or liquid level from any direction
has to be guaranteed through dedicated dials.

— The float movement associated with the liquid
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Comem OLI level is transmitted to the dial through a magnetic
coupling system; floats are available with either
axial or radial movement, dial can be installed
with a certain inclination.
Liquid level indicator Comem OLI is compatible
with all transformers’ design because it is prone
to be customized to end user preferences
through an adjustable fixing flange and dial
marking.
ABB’s liquid level indicators give off an alarm
if the fluid reaches the minimum or maximum
preset values.
Benefits and features:
• Customizable mounting flange suitable for
all transformers designs
• Adjustable value settings for switches
• No printings neither stickers on the view glass:
temperature indication is directly marked on
the plate behind the view glass
• Easy accessibility to wiring box
• Field-proven reliability
• Robust design
• Easy installation
• Compliant with IEC 60076-22-1

Application:
• Liquid-filled power transformers with
or without conservator
• Conservator with rubber bag
• On-load tap-changer (OLTC) applications

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TECHNICAL DATA
Standard IEC 60076-22-1
Housing Alluminum alloy

Indoor/outdoor Corrosion class: C4-Medium RAL 7032

Three types of installation
environment
Tropical proof Corrosion class: C5-Medium Geomet coating

Lens Polycarbonate or tempered glass

Flange Alluminum alloy

Flange design Comem L140 Comem OLI22, L220 Comem OLI Comem L340

Compatible with all

Comem design, Comem design, Comem design,
transformer designs,
6 holes 8 holes 8 holes
4 holes

Numbers and letters directly screen-printed on alluminum plate

Dial* Customizable range (MIN +20 °C MAX, other available)
Red needle

Adjustable switches Yes

Ventilation valve Yes

Float element Rohacell

Float movement Radial, axial, axial for rubber bag

Liquid temperature From -40 °C to +120 °C

Ambient temperature From -40 °C to +80 °C

1;M25x1.5
Cable gland
3;M25x1.5 for Comem OLI, Comem OLI22, Comem eOLi and Comem eOLI22)

IP65 (Comem L140; Comem L220 and Comem L340)

Degree of protection
IP66 (Comem OLI and Comem OLI22)

Power supply 24 - 230 V ac/dc

Vibration class 4M4

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Liquid level indicators Comem eOLI
with analog and digital output
Liquid level indicator Comem eOLI, with digital and analog output offers reliable,
accurate and continuous monitoring of the liquid level inside the conservator,
enabling effective maintenance and enhancing reliability of the transformer.

— The float movement associated with the liquid
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Comem eOL level is transmitted to the dial through a magnetic
with Comem eVIEWER coupling system; floats are available with either
axial or radial movement, dial can be installed with
a certain inclination. Comem eOLI is compatible
with all transformers’ design because it is prone to
be customized to end user preferences through an
adjustable fixing flange and dial marking.
Furthermore Comem eOLI enables an additional
visualization at eye height by means of a
dedicated dial installed on the transformer’s wall.
Comem eViewer enables a visualization of the
values at men height by means of a dedicated dial
installed on the transformer’s wall.
Application:
• Liquid-filled power transformers with or
without conservator
• Conservator with rubber bag
Benefits and features:
• Customizable mounting flange suitable for all
transformers designs
• Adjustable value settings for switches
• No printings neither stickers on the view glass:
temperature indication is directly marked on
the plate behind the view glass
• Easy accessibility to wiring box
• Continuous liquid level monitoring
• Analog output 4-20mA
• Digital output Modbus RTU
• Customizable mounting flange suitable with all
transformer’s designs
• Radial and axial float movement, suitable for rub-
ber bag
• Up to four adjustable switches
• Accurate indication of liquid level at men height
with Comem eViewer
• Maintenance free
• Magnetic coupling
• IP66
• Compatible with all Comem eDevices and
CoreSense+
• Compliant with IEC 60076-22-1

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TECHNICAL DATA

Standard IEC 60076-22-1

Housing Alluminum alloy

Indoor/outdoor Corrosion class: C4-Medium s RAL 7032

Three types of installation
environment
Tropical proof Corrosion class: C5-Medium Geomet coating

Lens Polycarbonate or tempered glass

Flange Aluminum alloy

Comem eOLI-22 Comem eOLI

Flange design
Comem design, 8 holes Compatible with all transformer designs
Numbers and letters directly screen-printed on aluminum plate
Dial Customizable range (MIN +20°C MAX, other available)
Orange needle

Adjustable switches Yes

Ventilation valve Yes

Float element Expanded ebonite

Float movement Radial, axial, axial for rubber bag

Oil temperature From -40 °C to +120 °C

Ambient temperature From -40 °C to +80 °C

Cable gland 3; M25x1.5

Degree of protection IP66

Power supply 24 V dc +/- 10% polarized

Analog output 4-20 mA

Modbus RTU
Digital output
Data logger
Dial at men height, Upon request
Comem eViewer Power supply 24 V dc

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Contactless Ultrasonic liquid level indicator
Comem CU eOLI
with digital and analog output
A new contactless ultrasonic sensor based liquid level indicator with digital and analog
output enables continuous high accuracy measurement of liquid level in
transformer conservator or transformer tank.

— Unexpected or accidental liquid leakages may Application:

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Comem CU eOLI occur randomly along transformer’s lifetime. • Liquid-filled transformers with
with Comem eVIEWER Clear and visible indication of liquid level provides or without rubber bag
important information about the health of the • Transformer conservator
transformer. Contactless ultrasonic Comem • Transformer tank
CU eOLI assures continuous high accuracy
measurement of the liquid level in transformer Benefits and features:
with or without rubber bag. • Contactless ultrasonic measurement:
• Comem CU eOLI100 up to 1,000mm
The sensor calculates the distance of the targeted • Comem CU eOLI200 up to 2,000mm
surface in the transformer measuring the • No mechanical parts in contact with liquid
ultrasonic wave flight time. • Continuous liquid level monitoring
• Analog output 4-20mA
Comem eViewer enables a visualization of the • Digital output Modbus RTU
values at men height by means of a dedicated dial • Easy installation and replacement
installed on the transformer’s wall. • Accurate indication of liquid level at men height
with Comem eViewer
• Compatible with all Comem eDevices and
CoreSense+
• Corrosion class C4H, C5M
• IP65

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TECHNICAL DATA

Sensor technology Ultrasonic

Housing Alluminum alloy

Indoor/outdoor Corrosion class: C4-Medium RAL 7032

Three types of installation environment
Tropical proof Corrosion class: C5-Medium Geomet coating

Flange Aluminum alloy

Measurement range for Comem CU eOLI100 120 - 1,000 mm

Measurement range for Comem CU eOLI200 200 - 2,000 mm

Power supply 24 V dc ± 10%

Analog output 4-20 mA (MAX Load 450Ω)

Digital output Modbus RTU

Relay 1x Programmable changeover relay

Accuracy 0.5% FS

Repeatibility 0.5% FS

Power consumption <200 mA @ 24V dc

Operating/storage temperature from -25°C up to +70°C

Temperature autocompensation Yes

Degree of protection IP65

Cable gland 2; M25x1.5

Flange design DN65

Dial at men height, Upon request

Comem eViewer Power supply 24 V dc

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18 ME A SUREMENT AND SAFET Y DEVICES TR ANSFORMER COMPONENTS
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Winding and liquid temperature indicators
Comem OTI/Comem WTI
reliable temperature monitoring
Accurate and stable measurement of winding and liquid temperature inside the
transformer provides insight into the overall performance of the asset, while
avoiding thermal degradation and ensuring a longer operating life.
— Thermometers are based on Bourdon working
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Comem OTI/WTI principle, which enables a direct and precise
conveyance of the temperature rise from the bulb
up to the main dial. The adjustable switching
system connected to the pointer shaft provides
the desired alarm/trip signals.
On Comem OTI, the bulb of thermometer detects
the transformer oil temperature variations
generating a contraction or expansion of the
capillary connected to the pointer shaft.
On Comem WTI, given that a direct measurement
of the winding temperature is not feasible,
the device makes use of thermal image
technology whereas the sensing system
comprises a heat sensitive resistive circuit
through which passes a current proportional to
winding current. A potentiometer placed on the
main dial allows to adjust the resistive circuit
depending on the transformer parameters.
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Application:
• Liquid-filled distribution and power
transformers
Benefits and features:
• Accurate and stable measurement
• Proven and reliable Bourdon working principle
• Maintenance free
• No need for re-calibration over the time
• IP66
• Customizable mounting flange
• Easy accessibility to wiring box
• Compact solution, PT100 embedded into the
sensing system
• Up to 4 change over micro-switches suitable to
control cooling equipment and protection
circuits
• Field-proven reliability
• Robust design
• Easy installation
• Compatible with all eDevices and CoreSense+
• Compliant with IEC 60076-22-1 and with and
JB/T 6302-2005
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TECHNICAL DATA

Standard IEC 60076-22-1 and JB/T 6302-2005

Housing All the external parts are resistant to oils, salt fog and UV rays

Indoor/outdoor Corrosion class: C4-Medium RAL 7032

Two types of installation
environment
Tropical proof Corrosion class: C5-Medium Geomet coating

Capillary tube: copper or stainless steel

Capillary and bulb
Bulb: bronze or stainless steel

Capillary tube protection Copper tube Flexible AISI 304 stainless steel armouring or Rilsan

Lens Polycarbonate, multistrate glass or tempered glass

Ambient temperature From -40 °C to +70 °C

Degree of protection IP66

Ventilation valve 2, to prevent the formation of condensation

Cable gland Up to 3, M25x1.5

Micro switches Up to 4

Comem WTI: 0°C /+150°C, 0°C/+160°C, 0°C/+180°C, -20°C / +140°C, -50°C/+150°C

Measuring range
Comem OTI: -50°C/+150°C, -20°C/+140°C, 0°C/+120°C, 0°C/+150°C, 0 C/+160°C

Measuring accuracy 1.5% of full scale

Accuracy of switch 2% of full scale

Remote output Up to 2 x PT100

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Winding and liquid temperature indicators
Comem eWTI/eOTI
with analog and digital output
ABB’s maintenance-free winding and liquid temperature indicators enable
effective maintenance and enhance the reliability of the transformer by
continuously monitoring the liquid and winding temperature.

— Thermometers are based on Bourdon working Application:

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Comem eOTI/eWTI principle, which enables a direct and precise
conveyance of the temperature rise from the bulb
up to the main dial. The adjustable switching
system connected to the pointer shaft provides
the desired alarm/trip signals.
On Comem eOTI, the bulb of thermometer
detects the transformer oil temperature
variations generating a contraction or expansion
of the capillary connected to the pointer shaft.
On Comem eWTI, the device make use of thermal
image technology whereas the sensing system
comprises a heat sensitive resistive circuit
through which passes a current proportional to
winding current.
A potentiometer placed on the main dial allows
adjusting the resistive circuit depending on the
transformer parameters.
• Liquid-filled distribution and power
transformers
Benefits and features:
• Continuous winding and oil temperature
monitoring
• Analog output 4-20mA
• Digital output Modbus RTU
• Accurate and stable measurement
• Proven and reliable Bourdon working
principle
• Maintenance free
• Robust design
• No need for re-calibration over the time
• IP66
• Simple and compact installation
• Easy accessibility to wiring box, PT100
embedded in the bulb
• Compatible with all Comem eDevices and
CoreSense+
• Compliant with IEC 60076-22-1

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TECHNICAL DATA

Standard IEC 60076-22-1 and JB/T 6302-2005

Housing All the external parts are resistant to oils, salt fog and UV rays

Indoor/outdoor Corrosion class: C4-Medium RAL 7032

Two types of installation
environment
Tropical proof Corrosion class: C5-Medium Geomet coating

Capillary tube: copper or stainless steel

Capillary and bulb
Bulb: bronze or stainless steel

Capillary tube protection Copper tube Flexible AISI 304 stainless steel armouring or Rilsan

Lens Polycarbonate, multistrate glass or tempered glass

Ambient temperature -40°C up to +70°C

Degree of protection IP66

Ventilation valve 2, to prevent the formation of condensation

Cable gland Up to 3, M25x1.5

Micro switches Up to 4

Supply voltage 24V dc ±10% polarized

Power consumption 0,5 W

Comem eWTI: 0°C/+150°C, 0°C/+160°C, 0°C/+180°C, -50°C/+150°C

Measuring range
Comem eOTI: -50°C/+150°C, -20°C/+130°C, -20°C/+140°C, 0°C/+120°C, 0°C/+150°C, 0°C/+160°C

Measuring tolerance 1.5% of full scale

Accuracy switch 1.5% of full scale

Analog output 4-20 mA

Modbus RTU
Digital output
Data logger

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Pressure Relief Devices Comem PRD
limiting the tank overpressure
Pressure is a very important parameter to determine signs of decreased performance
or upcoming failure. Moreover, in case of a high pressure situation, it is fundamental
to limit and contain the effect of hot oil evacuation in the surrounding environment.

— Pressure relief devices are used to control Application:

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Comem 170 SB pressures inside tanks. They are used where • Liquid-filled power transformers
Comem 170SC accidental, instantaneous and uncontrolled in-
creases in pressure may create the danger of Benefits and features:
explosion. • Field-proven reliability
• Robust design
They are designed to discharge the pressure in- • Easy installation
creases that have taken place to the exterior in a • Environmental friendly
very short time period (a few thousands of • Visual indicator of operating status
a second). They are widely used in the metal tanks • Bleed screw
of oil-cooled electric transformers. Sudden and • IP65, IP66 upon request
violent short circuits inside there tanks, in fact, • Wide setting pressure range
instantly generate an enormous amount of gas • Compliant with IEC 60076-22-1
with a great increase in interior pressures.

If the pressure cannot discharge to the exterior

there is danger that the transformer may explode,
with all the possible harm and damages this may
cause. This danger can be prevented by installing
one or more valves with discharge sizes
proportional to the volume of oil contained in the
transformer. It is always good practise to install
these valves in all situations where internal
pressure values must not exceed safety limits.

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TECHNICAL DATA

Standard IEC 60076-22-1

Housing Alluminum alloy

Three types of installation Indoor/outdoor Corrosion class: C4- Medium Ral 7032
environment Tropical proof Corrosion class: C5- Medium Geomet coating

Ambient temperature From -40 °C to +80 °C

Indoors and outdoors, tropical proof
Installation To prevent the formation of condensation
Off shore protection available upon request
Oil-directed cover Plastic, stainless steel or aluminum, depending on Comem PRD model
NBR (standard)
Gaskets
Viton, HNBR and FVMQ on request
Brass, stainless steel or aluminum indicator, depending on Comem PRD model. Seawater resistant
Visual indicator
aluminum, red color button (not for T models)
Switches Up to 3

Cable Gland M20x1.5 or M25x1.5, depending on Comem PRD model

IP65
Degree of protection
IP66 upon request

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Pressure Relief Devices Comem ePRD
with analog and digital output
Continuous control and monitoring of the pressure inside the transformer tank
significantly improves transformer reliability and safety.
— In case of a sudden and uncontrolled increase in
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Comem ePRD pressure inside the transformer, the pressure
relief device allows the insulating fluid to be
discharged in milliseconds.
Comem ePRD, with digital and analog output,
provides continuous control and monitoring of
the pressure inside the transformer tank. It sig-
nificantly improves transformer reliability and
safety.
The device is equipped with a digital interface for
easy connection to smart grid applications and
can be integrated into a system through a central
control unit.
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Application:
• Liquid-filled power transformers
Benefits and features:
• Continuous internal pressure monitoring
• Analog output 4-20mA
• Digital output Modbus RTU
• Spring outside of the transformer’s lid
• Visual indicator of operating status
• Bleed screw
• Environmental friendly
• Dedicated duct prevents hot oil drop
in the environment
• Wide setting pressure range from 20 kPa to 175 kPa
• IP65
• Compatible with all Comem eDevices and
CoreSense+
• Compliant with IEC 60076-22-1
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TECHNICAL DATA

Standard IEC 60076-22-1

Housing Alluminum alloy

Three types of installation
environment
Ambient temperature
Installation
Oil-directed cover
Indoor/outdoor Corrosion class: C4- Medium RAL 7032
Tropical proof Corrosion class: C5- Medium Geomet coating
From -40°C to +80°C
Lower temperature version available upon request
Indoors and outdoors, tropical proof
To prevent the formation of condensation
Off shore protection available upon demand
Seawater resistant cast aluminum, powder coated

Gaskets Nitrile, Viton, HNBR

Visual indicator Seawater resistant aluminum, red color and stainless steel stem

Switches Up to 3, ChangeOver

Cable gland M25x1.5 – nickel plate brass

IP65
Degree of protection
IP66 upon request
Power supply 24 V dc +/-10% polarized

Analog output 4-20 mA

Modbus RTU
Digital output
Data logger

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Hydrogen and moisture sensor CoreSense™
Single gas sensing to flag incipient
transformer faults
Hydrogen in transformer oil, above all other gases, is a key indicator of potential
problems, resulting in interrupted operations and unplanned expenditures.
Monitoring hydrogen levels with CoreSense™ is the most cost-effective, condition-
based maintenance approach to mitigate these risks, and to ensure reliable
transformer performance and optimized maintenance planning.

— Continuous online monitoring Easy installation

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CoreSenseTM CoreSense™ provides real-time, continuous,
online monitoring of hydrogen and moisture
levels in transformer oil. Hydrogen readings can
provide an early warning for most transformer
faults, whereas moisture monitoring can prevent
premature aging of a unit. Early detection of such
incipient faults thereby allow you to take
preemptive measures, when needed.
Hydrogen-specific sensor
Unlike other products that monitor a combination
of gases dissolved in oil, which increase the
likelihood of false alarms, CoreSense™
is a hydrogen-specific sensor. Hydrogen is
the first indicator of most transformer faults
and CoreSense™ can alert the operator to
a possible problem. A laboratory Dissolved Gas
Analysis (DGA) will need to be performed after
a serious alert in order to assess the root-cause
of high gas levels in oil.
CoreSense™ is easy to install and use. With
its innovative thermal element that induces
convection currents by heating the oil, it can be
connected to new or existing transformers, all
types and brands, and at any location, including
the drain valve.
Maintenance free
CoreSense™ is designed for maintenance-free
operation. This is the result of heavy-duty, indus-
trial grade design with no moving parts and a ro-
bust all-metal enclosure.
• Industrial grade enclosure: IP67/NEMA 4X rating
can operate under one meter (3 feet) of water
• The sensor is made of solid-state elements that
do not drift over time or require periodic
calibration and are not consumables
• There are no batteries to replace, the real time
clock is backed up against power failures by an
ultra-capacitor

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TECHNICAL DATA

Hydrogen

Hydrogen measurement range 0 to 5,000 ppm (µl/l) with a detection limit of 25 ppm (µl/l )

Hydrogen measurement accuracy ±25 ppm or ±20% (whichever is higher)

Moisture

Moisture measurement range 0 to 1 aw (0 to 100% RH)

Moisture measurement accuracy ± 0.02 aw (± 2% RH)

Moisture range in ppm 0 to 60 ppm @ 25°C (77°F) or 0 to 180 ppm @ 55°C (131°F)

Moisture measurement accuracy in ppm ± 3%

Temperature measurement accuracy ± 0.2 °C (± 0.4°F)

Electrical specifications

Voltage input 100 to 240 V ac (50 to 60 Hz)

Power consumption 150 VA

Fuse type 1 x 1.0 A/240 V (5 x 20 mm) slow blow (IEC60127 type T)

Mechanical specifications

Dimensions 392 x 264 x 158 mm (14.43 x 10.39 x 6.2 in)

Weight 8 kg (18 lbs)

Interface to transformer 1.5 NPT male thread

Enclosure IP67\NEMA4X enclosure, ISO12944 class C4

Communications specifications

Ultrabright easy-to-read LED Three color code LED system indicates status of hydrogen and moisture levels

Field display option Field mount display for hydrogen and moisture readout at transformer
Digital output RS485 serial port
2 RJ45 100 base-T Ethernet ports
100 base-FX fiber optic Ethernet port
Protocols Modbus RTU over RS485 and Modbus IP over Ethernet
Modbus Master on RS485 for reading local sensors (CoreSense™ Hub)
DNP3 over RS485 and Ethernet
IEC61850 over Ethernet
Analog output 3 dry-contact relays for alarms
3 analog 4-20 mA outputs for publishing values
3 analog 4-20 mA inputs for reading external sensors
Environmental specifications

Operating ambient temperature and humidity From –50 °C to 55 °C (–58 °F to 131 °F) with 5 to 95% RH, non-condensing

Oil temperature at valve From –20 °C to 100 °C (–4 °F to 212 °F)

Oil pressure at valve 0 to 1,000 kPA/0 to 10 bar/0 to 145 psi

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Multi-gas sensing CoreSense™ M10
for optimal transformer operation
Gases in transformer oil serve as chemical indicators of potential problems that can
result in interrupted operations and unplanned expenditures. Monitoring dissolved gas
levels with CoreSense™ M10 is the most effective condition-based maintenance tool
to mitigate these risks. It ensures reliable transformer operation and optimized
maintenance planning.

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Continuous online monitoring
CoreSenseTM M10 CoreSense™ M10 provides real-time, continuous,
online monitoring of gas and moisture levels in
transformer oil. It measures nine gases: hydrogen,
methane, acetylene, ethylene, ethane, carbon
monoxide, carbon dioxide, propane and propene.
Dissolved gas readings can be used to provide
early identification and warnings for most
transformer faults, whereas moisture monitoring
can prevent premature aging of a unit. Early
identification and detection of such incipient
faults thereby allow you to take preemptive
measures, when needed.
Easy installation
With a thermal element that induces convection
currents, CoreSense™ M10 can be connected to
new or existing transformers of all types and
brands, at most locations, including the drain
valve. CoreSense™ M10 shares the same
transformer interface as a CoreSense™ single-gas
sensor. This enables easy interchangeability
between the two devices, which is useful to
optimize the operation of a sick transformer by
replacing a CoreSense™ with a CoreSense™ M10.
Reliable design
CoreSense™ M10 is designed for at least 10 years
of maintenance-free operation with no
consumables. Thanks to its innovative Fourier
Transform Infrared spectrometer (FTIR) and
industrial grade design, the CoreSense™ M10:
• will not drift over time and does not require
any carrier or calibration gases
• reduces risks of oil leaks with a simple pump-
less oilcircuit limited to the measuring head
• has reduced maintenance with built-in redun-
dancies
• can survive in harsh and corrosive outdoor
conditions, withstand vacuum and operate
under one meter (3 feet) of water
Simple interface
• Whether looking at the LED alarms on the de-
vice, the built-in touch screen display or the
intuitive web interface, the message will be
concise and simple to read
• WARNING and ALARM settings are user-
configurable for all gases and moisture levels
• Collected data is available for download in .csv
format
• AssetHealth DGA PC software provides data
analytics, including Duval triangles

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TECHNICAL DATA

Gases
25 to 5,000 ppm (µl/l) ±25 ppm or ±20% (whichever is higher)
Hydrogen (H2)
5 to 5,000 ppm high performance version available as an option
Carbon monoxide (CO) 2 to 5,000 ppm (µl/l) ±2 ppm or ±5% (whichever is higher)

Carbon dioxide (CO2) 5 to 20,000 ppm (µl/l) ±5 ppm or ±5% (whichever is higher)

Methane (CH4) 1 to 10,000 ppm (µl/l) ±1 ppm or ±5% (whichever is higher)

Acetylene (C2H2) 0.5 to 10,000 ppm (µl/l) ±0.5 ppm or ±5% (whichever is higher)

Ethylene (C2H4) 2 to 10,000 ppm (µl/l) ±2 ppm or ±5% (whichever is higher)

Ethane (C2H6) 2 to 10,000 ppm (µl/l) ±2 ppm or ±5% (whichever is higher)

Propene (C3H6) 20 to 10,000 ppm (µl/l) ±20 ppm or ±5% (whichever is higher)

Propane (C3H8) 10 to 10,000 ppm (µl/l) ±10 ppm or ±5% (whichever is higher)

Moisture

Moisture measurement range 0 to 1 aw (0 to 100% RH)

Moisture measurement accuracy ± 0.02 aw (± 2% RH)

Moisture range in ppm 0 to 60 ppm @ 25°C (77°F) or 0 to 180 ppm @ 55°C (131°F)

Moisture measurement accuracy in ppm ± 3%

Temperature measurement accuracy ± 0.2°C (± 0.4°F)

Mechanical specifications

Sensor head Dimensions, weight 392 x 264 x 158 mm (14.43 x 10.39 x 6.2 in), 8 kg (17.6 lbs)

Interface to transformer 1.5 NPT male thread

Enclosure IP67/NEMA4X/C4
Analytical unit Dimensions, weight 685 x 863 x 292 mm (27 x 34 x 11.5 in), 65 kg (143.3 lbs)
Enclosure IP66/NEMA4X/C4
Electrical specifications
Voltage input 100 to 240 VAC (50 to 60 Hz)
Power consumption 600 VA
Communications specifications

Ultrabright easy-to-read LED Four color-coded LED system to indicate status

Color touch scre Integrated color touch screen provides gas concentrations in the field
Digital output RS485 serial port
2 RJ45 100 base-T Ethernet ports
100 base-FX fiber optic Ethernet port
USB port
2 digital inputs 0-24V
Protocols Modbus RTU over RS485 and Modbus TCP over Ethernet
DNP3 over RS485 and Ethernet
IEC61850 over Ethernet
4 dry-contact relays for alarms
Analog output 8 analog 4-20 mA outputs for publishing values
4 analog 4-20 mA inputs for reading external sensors
Environmental specifications

Operating ambient temperature and humidity From –50 °C to 55 °C (from –58 °F to 131 °F) with 5 to 95% RH, non-condensing

Oil temperature at valve From –20 °C to 120 °C (from –4 °F to 248 °F)

Oil pressure at valve 0 to 1,000 kPA/0 to 10 bar/0 to 145 psi

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Integrated safety detector Comem RIS2
bunch of accessories in one single device
Comem RIS2 integrates the functions performed by different transformer
accessories into a single, compact and reliable device that keeps constant control
of the transformer’s pressure, temperature, oil level and gassing.

— Advantages: Benefits and features:

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Comem RIS2 • Different functions efficiently combined into • 180 degree visibility for liquid level indicator
a single compact design • IP67
• Reliable instrument, which guarantees numer- • Easy installation
ous advantages, from economic to functional • Environmental friendly
• Easy installation and easy maintenance • Wide setting pressure range
• Double insulation system, no need to make
Application: the earth connection
• Hermetically sealed liquid-filled distribution • Air venting valve for draining the moisture
and small power transformers inside the terminal box
• Withstand a DC magnetic field up tp 25 mT
• No need of anti-magnetism shielding
• UV protection screen
• 2 reeds
• 2 pressure switches
• 2 thermostats
• Possibility to embed a PCB
• Compliant with IEC 60076-22-1

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TECHNICAL DATA
Standard IEC 60076-22-1
IP66
Degree of protection (CEI-EN 60529)
IP67 upon request
Degree of shock tightness (EN 50102) IK 07

Salt-fogtight 1,000 h
UV-Ray resistance
500 h
(UNI-ISO 4892 / UNI-ISO 4582)
Ambient temperature from -40°C to 60°C

Oil temperature from 40°C to 120°C

Cable connection M25x1.5

Cable box (EN 60947-7-1 / IEC 947-7-1) According to standard

Wire section to beused on clamp box Up to 2.5 mm2

Max. rated pressure 500 mbar

Electrical characteristics Insulated enclosure

Thermostats precision ± 4°C accuracy tolerance of end scale

Overpressure switches precision ± 10% accuracy tolerance of end scale

Thermometers precision ± 3°C accuracy tolerance of end scale

CONTACTS INTERRUPTION POWER Voltage Making capacity Breaking capacity

Liquid level / gas bleed

24 V dc to 230 V dc 2A 100 mA L/R < 40 ms
Pressure switch
24 V to 230 V ac 2A 2A cos Φ > 0.5
Thermostat

• Gassing
Detector closes/opens a circuit when
the max. gas volume is reached (max.170 cm3) • Temperature

Thermometer: visual indication of oil

temperature and max. temperature
reached

• Pressure “T2” Thermostat switch alarm closes/

opens a circuit at a predetermined
Pressure switch closes/opens a circuit on
temperature level (from 30°C up to 120°C)
pressure ranging (from 100 up to 500 mbar)
“T1” thermostat switch stop closes/
opens a circuit at a predetermined
• Oil level temperatuer level (from 30°C up to 120°C)
Indicator: visual indication of slight oil level
variation

Detector: visual detector of significant oil level

variation trhough closing/opening of
an electric circuit

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Temperature monitoring unit Comem DTI
Monitor and protect your dry-type transformer
Temperature monitoring unit Comem DTI / Comem eDTI is a measurement and safety
device for use in dry-type transformers, which enables you to control alarms, control
fans and continuously monitor temperature in your transformer fleet.

— The temperature monitoring unit Comem DTI Application:

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Comem DTI acquires, stores and signals each anomalous
variation in the temperature in your dry-type
transformer through PT100 temperature sensors.
The control unit can detect up to a maximum
of 4 temperatures simultaneously. Each
temperature channel has two programmable
signaling levels (Alarm - Trip). The integrated
diagnostics allows monitoring the status of the
PT100 probes (Short circuit - Open circuit)
and it is possible to signal sudden/abnormal
temperature changes (if the FDC mode is active).
The control unit is able to control the start and
stop of the ventilation/ cooling system. Generally
the temperatures of the 3 column windings and
that of the magnetic core in the dry transformers
are analyzed.
• Dry-type transformers
• Electric motors
Benefits and features:
• Continuous monitoring of transformer
temperature
• Fast variation of temperature diagnostic
function available, signalling fast changing
temperature in a defined time (FDC)
• Two programmable signaling levels (Alarm - Trip)
• Control of cooling fan system
• Temperature monitoring unit with digital output
available enabling remote control
• 4-20 mA and Modbus RTU protocol (eDevice)
• Dedicated software for Comem eDTI (eDevice)
• Power supply: 24/230 V dc/ac ±15% 50-60Hz
• Full compliant with security and EMC standards

ABB offers also a digital version of the tempera-

ture monitoring unit, the Comem eDTI.
The eDevice enables you continuously monitoring
the transformer temperature and programing the
alarm set-up of the unit in use remotely from
your computer through Modbus RTU protocol.
Furthermore, the dedicated software allows you
to collect information from up to 247 monitoring
units at the same time.

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TECHNICAL DATA
Auxiliary power supply 24/230 V dc/ac ±15% 50-60 Hz
Maximum absorption 4 VA

Measure inputs 3 - 4 inputs by RTD PT100 (max wire resistance 20 Ohm)

Interval of measure -30 °C / +200 °C / precision ± 2 °C
Interval of visualization -30 °C / +220 °C

Tripped delay-hysteresis 5 seconds and – 2 °C

Measure visualization 2 displays with led 7 segments, 3-digit

Comem DTI: 4 relay NO-C-NC (250 V 5 A resistive load)
Outputs Comem eDTI: 4 relay NO-C-NC (250 V 5 A resistive load),
0-20 mA or 4-20 mA (Default); Modbus RTU
Output functions alarm, trip, fan, auto-diagnostic

Programmable functions ALARM, TRIP, HOLD, FAN, T.MAX, HOT, FDC

Connection Extractible terminal with screws, section wires max 2.5 mm2
2500 Vrms 50 Hz per 60 s :U aux - input PT100 /
Insulation
U aux - relay outputs / inputs PT100 - relay outputs
Protection degree IP52 front panel, IP20 rear panel, as CEI-EN 60529
Flash mounting DIN 96x96 mm, depth 120 mm /
Dimensions - enclosure
Enclosure thermoplastic self-extinguishing as UL94 V0
Working environment From-10 °C to +60 °C, humidity max 95%

Storing temperature From -25 °C to +70 °C

Security: EN 61010-1
Standards
EMC: EN 61000-4-2; EN 61000-4-3; EN 61000-4-4; EN 61000-4-5; EN 61000-4-11; EN 61000-6-4
Management software for Comem eDTI Available in our Download section at www.abb.com/transformercomponents

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1 T1-T2-T3-T4 channel display
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2 Temperature display
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1 3
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ALARM: First level of alarm

4 TRIP: Second level of alarm

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5 FAULT: Indicates failure - in case one of
PT100 sensors failed or if the FDC function
3 5 has been activated
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4 7 _
6 HOLD: Allows to store the alarm condition
that can be reset only manually with the
reset button
8 11 _
7 FAN: Indicates activation of ventilation
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8 T.MAX: Indicates the highest temperature
reached by the sensors (memory storage) /
HOT: display of the hottest channel between
T1 and T2 or T3 and T4
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9 RESET/ ENTER values key
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9 10 10 10 Selection key
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11 SET: Programming key
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Phone: +39 0444 449311

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