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ACS 2000 4 kV
Medium Voltage Switchgear Guide

Table of content:
1 General ..................................................................................................................... 2
1.1 Scope ........................................................................................................... 2
1.2 Standards ..................................................................................................... 2
1.3 System Description ...................................................................................... 2
1.4 Acronyms/Term Definitions .......................................................................... 2
2 Overview ................................................................................................................... 2
2.1 Function ....................................................................................................... 2
2.2 Optional Cable Protection............................................................................. 3
3 Switchgear Selection Criteria.................................................................................. 3
3.1 Standards ..................................................................................................... 3
3.2 Open Timing................................................................................................. 3
3.3 Close Timing ................................................................................................ 4
3.4 Control Power .............................................................................................. 4
3.5 Test / Service Operation ............................................................................... 4
3.6 Control Interface ........................................................................................... 4
4 Wiring Diagrams ...................................................................................................... 5
4.1 Exclusive Closing Control ............................................................................. 5
4.2 Wiring Configuration for MV Contactor ......................................................... 5
4.3 Wiring Configuration for MCB with Closing Coil and Undervoltage Trip
Coil ............................................................................................................... 7
4.4 Wiring Configuration for MCB with Closing and Opening Coil, and
Undervoltage Trip Coil .................................................................................. 8
5 Switchgear Operation ............................................................................................ 10
6 Control Interface Details ........................................................................................ 10
6.1 Control Interface Overview ......................................................................... 10
6.2 Control Interface Wiring Diagram ............................................................... 12
7 Interface Parameter Details ................................................................................... 13
7.1 Control Signaling Configuration .................................................................. 13
7.2 Feedback Signaling Configuration .............................................................. 13
7.3 Fault / Alarm Messages Configuration ........................................................ 14

No. of p.
Prep. Alex Ward 06/16/2011 MV Switchgear Guide
Appr. Tim Wagner 06/16/2011 ACS 2000 4 kV 15
Resp.
dept. MV Drives
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1 General

1.1 Scope
This document is to be used as a guide for selection of proper Medium Voltage (MV) switchgear to be
utilized with the ACS 2000 4 kV variable speed drive. Application of the MV switchgear and overall
system overview is also provided in this document.
This document does not apply to ACS 2000 4kV variable speed drives ordered with the Integral Input
Contactor and Disconnect option. The requirements, functions, and wiring shown within this document
are fulfilled with this option, refer to Appendix P - Integral Input Contactor Disconnect for details. It is
recommended that the customer provides a Medium Voltage maintenance disconnect in accordance
with local and national electrical codes when this option is ordered.

1.2 Standards
The following standards are referenced in this document:
• All MV Switchgear IEC or NEMA standards for specific application must be followed

1.3 System Description

ABB ACS 2000 used in this project, includes an Active Front End (AFE) for AC to DC conversion, a DC-
link with Capacitor Bank Unit(s) and an Inverter Units (INU) for DC to AC conversion. ACS 2000 is a
Direct-to-Line (no transformer) Five Level Active Neutral Point Clamped (ANPC-5L) Voltage Source
Inverter (VSI). The control principle on the INU is Direct Torque Control (DTC), which means that the
switching frequency is not constant, only the average switching frequency is controlled.

1.4 Acronyms/Term Definitions

The following definitions for terms or acronyms are used in this document:
• IOEC - Input / Output Interface Module
• MCB - Main Circuit Breaker, also referred to as ‘switchgear’ within this document
• ACS 2000 - Device will also be referred to as ‘converter’ or ‘drive’ within this document
• AC - Alternating Current
• DC - Direct Current
• MV - Medium Voltage

2 Overview

2.1 Function
A MV switchgear device must be used at the main power supply of the ACS 2000 converter. The
switchgear is the main connection and disconnection point from the main power supply to the converter.
The switchgear must be able to communicate with and respond to commands from the converter. MV
switchgear acts as a protection device for the fuse-less versions of the ACS 2000, preventing hazard to
personnel and damage to equipment.
Figure 1 shows a single-line diagram of a typical drive system. A typical drive system includes a main
power feed, switchgear, an optional transformer, the ACS 2000 converter, and electrical motor.

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 Feeder

Switchgear

Optional
transformer/cable
protection relay
CT

MCB control
interface
Optional
converter power
transformer

Higher level
ACS2000
control system

On / Off control

Motor M

Figure 1: Typical drive system single-line diagram

The switchgear disconnects the power feed when required by the process or when a fault occurs. MV
circuit breakers, fused contactors, and motor control centers are a few examples of switchgear that is
compatible with the ACS 2000 converter.

2.2 Optional Cable Protection

An optional protection relay may be used in the drive system for additional cable protection. This may
also be used when a transformer is present in the drive system. The relay is not included within the
converter provided by ABB.

3 Switchgear Selection Criteria

3.1 Standards
Switchgear selection must be in accordance with IEC or NEMA and local standards regarding supply
voltage, load current, and short-circuit current. The ACS 2000 drive requirements are provided in this
section.
Switchgear that does not meet these requirements may cause physical injury and damage to
equipment.

3.2 Open Timing

Fused versions of the ACS 2000 require that the switchgear opening time plus arcing time, in response
to an open command from the converter, is less than 250 ms (milli-seconds). (to + ta < 250 ms)

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Fuse-less versions utilize the switchgear as part of their protection strategy. They require that the
switchgear opening time plus arcing time, in response to an open command from the converter, is less
than 60 ms. (to + ta < 60 ms)

3.3 Close Timing

The ACS 2000 does not have any close timing requirements.

3.4 Control Power

The converter does not provide a power source for controlling the switchgear. Control power must be in
accordance with national and local standards.
The function of switchgear open on loss of control power is required. This may be accomplished with a
maintain coil, an undervoltage trip coil, or an equivalent undervoltage trip device.

3.5 Test / Service Operation

Commissioning and maintenance of the converter requires that the switchgear have the ability to operate
without medium voltage applied. This can be accomplished by providing a separate disconnect device
or a test position on a circuit breaker.

3.6 Control Interface

The standard converter switchgear interface provides close and open commands to the switchgear. At
least one closed monitoring signal from the switchgear is required. The converter can utilize additional
feedback signals indicating the switchgear is open and that it is available. Recommended control wiring
schemes are shown in Section 4. Refer to Table 1 for standard switchgear control signals.
Control interface signals
Signal name Usage
MCB order close Required closing command from the converter to the switchgear
/ MCB order trip Optional trip command from the converter to the switchgear, active
when de-energized
/ MCB order open Optional open command from the converter to the switchgear, active
when de-energized

MCB closed Feedback from the switchgear to the converter

MCB open Optional feedback from the switchgear to the converter
MCB available Optional feedback from the switchgear to the converter indicating the
switchgear can be closed
Table 1: Standard switchgear control signals
The converter control interface accommodates control voltages from 22 to 250 Volts (V) AC or 22 to 150
Volts (V) DC. Two current ratings are provided for trip and close circuits, they are listed in Table 2.
Supported Control Circuit Ratings

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 DC Control Voltage Switching current Continuous current
24 Volts DC 8A 6A
48 Volts DC 1A 1A
125 Volts DC 0.4 A 0.4 A
AC Control Voltage
24 Volts AC 8A 6A
48 Volts AC 8A 6A
120 Volts AC 8A 6A
230 Volts AC 8A 6A

Table 2: Supported switchgear control circuit ratings (All ratings in Amperes (A))
Refer to Section 6 of this document for more details on the control interface between the converter and
switchgear.

4 Wiring Diagrams
NOTICE
Commissioning will not proceed without submittal, verification, and sign-off of site specific MV switchgear
control wiring. Please consult Commissioning checklist, Chapter 7 of the user manual for details.

4.1 Exclusive Closing Control

The ACS 2000 must have exclusive control of closing the MV switchgear. The drive will operate the
switchgear in response to on and off commands. Section 5 provides more detail on these operations.

WARNING
The ACS 2000 must have exclusive control of closing the MV switchgear. Uncontrolled closing
of the switchgear may cause physical injury and damage the drive. ACS 2000 supplied with the optional
integral input contactor disconnect has this switching integral to the drive. See Appendix P for details.

It is also required that the attached switchgear opens upon loss of switchgear power. Typical devices
providing this behavior are contactors and circuit breakers with undervoltage trip devices. This section
provides details on the control wiring between the converter and different types of MV switchgear.

4.2 Wiring Configuration for MV Contactor

Figure 2 shows a typical wiring configuration for use with a medium voltage contactor. The MV contactor
utilizes a single maintained signal to operate its internal coil. An auxiliary contact, which follows the main
contacts, provides the required feedback signal to the drive.

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 X10 terminal block
Drive wiring Customer wiring
100T
Switchgear power
100B

101T

101B

102T Emergency off

102B

103T

103B
/ MCB order trip
K1901 104T

106T

106B
MCB order close
K1903 107T

104B

105T
/ MCB order open Contactor
K1902 105B coil

IOEC 2 terminals
X12:9
MCB status closed Aux contact
IOEC/DI10 X12:10

X12:7
MCB status open
IOEC2/DI09 X12:8

X13:1
MCB status ok
IOEC2/DI11 X13:2

Figure 2: Typical MV contactor control wiring diagram

Table 3 lists the corresponding control signal parameter configurations for a MV contactor and converter
system. Refer to Appendix M: Signal and Parameter Table for more detailed signal parameter
information.
Name Setting
group.index
MCB Control STEADY SIGN
signal
21.14
MCB Control Not Applicable
Pulse time
21.15
MCB Feedback ONE SIGNAL
signal
21.16
MCB Closing Default is 3
time limit seconds
21.17
MCB Opening Default is 3
time limit seconds

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 21.18
MCB Available NOT USED
signal
21.20
MCB Available not applicable
signal reaction
21.21
Table 3: MV contactor system signal parameter configurations

4.3 Wiring Configuration for MCB with Closing Coil and Undervoltage Trip Coil
A MCB with a closing coil and undervoltage trip coil is an acceptable switchgear configuration. In this
configuration, pulsed signals are used to apply power to the close coil or remove power from the
undervoltage trip coil. Two auxiliary contacts which follow the main contact provide feedback signals to
the drive. Figure 3 shows complete wiring details for this configuration.
X10 terminal block
Drive wiring Customer wiring
100T
Switchgear power
100B

101T

101B

102T Emergency off

102B

103T

103B
/ MCB order trip
K1901 104T

106T

106B
MCB order close Closing
K1903 107T coil
104B

105T Undervoltage
/ MCB order open
trip coil
K1902 105B

IOEC 2 terminals
X12:9
MCB status closed
IOEC2/DI10 X12:10

X12:7 Aux contacts

MCB status open
IOEC2/DI09 X12:8

X13:1
MCB status ok
IOEC2/DI11 X13:2

Figure 3: Typical MCB with closing and undervoltage trip coil control wiring diagram
Table 4 lists the corresponding control signal parameter configurations for a MCB with closing and trip
coils and converter system. Refer to Appendix M: Signal and Parameter Table for more detailed signal
parameter information.

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 Name Setting
group.index
MCB Control PULSE SIGN
signal
21.14
MCB Control Default is 3
Pulse time seconds
21.15
MCB Feedback TWO SIGNALS
signal
21.16
MCB Closing Default is 3
time limit seconds
21.17
MCB Opening Default is 3
time limit seconds
21.18
MCB Available NOT USED
signal
21.20
MCB Available Not Applicable
signal reaction
21.21
Table 4: MCB with closing and trip coils system signal parameter configurations

4.4 Wiring Configuration for MCB with Closing and Opening Coil, and Undervoltage Trip Coil
A MCB with a closing and opening coils, and an undervoltage trip coil is an acceptable switchgear
configuration. In this configuration, pulsed signals are used to apply power to the close and open coils or
remove power from the undervoltage trip coil. Two auxiliary contacts which follow the main contact
provide feedback signals to the drive. Figure 4 shows complete wiring details for this configuration, which
provides the highest reliability of opening the switchgear.

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 X10 terminal block
Drive wiring Customer wiring
100T
Switchgear power
100B

101T

101B

102T Emergency off

102B

103T

103B
/ MCB order Trip
K1901 104T
Undervoltage trip Open and Close coils
coil
are high activate pulsed
106T
signals.
106B
MCB order Close Undervoltage Trip coil is
K1903 107T Closing coil
low activate maintained
104B signal. Close is wired in
105T Opening coil series with trip.
/ MCB order Open
K1902 105B

IOEC 2 terminals
X12:9
MCB status Closed
IOEC2/DI10 X12:10

X12:7 Aux contacts

MCB status Open
IOEC2/DI09 X12:8

X13:1
MCB status Ok
IOEC2/DI11 X13:2

Figure 4: Typical MCB with closing, opening and undervoltage trip coil control wiring diagram
Table 5 lists the corresponding control signal parameter configurations for a MCB with closing, opening,
and trip coils and converter system. Refer to Appendix M: Signal and Parameter Table for more detailed
signal parameter information.
Name Setting
group.index
MCB Control PULSE SIGN
signal
21.14
MCB Control Default is 3
Pulse time seconds
21.15
MCB Feedback TWO SIGNALS
signal
21.16
MCB Closing Default is 3
time limit seconds

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 21.17
MCB Opening Default is 3
time limit seconds
21.18
MCB Available NOT USED
signal
21.20
MCB Available Not Applicable
signal reaction
21.21
Table 5: MCB with closing, opening and trip coils system signal parameter configurations

5 Switchgear Operation
Under normal operation the drive opens and closes the switchgear. The ACS 2000 must have exclusive
control of closing the attached switchgear. Uncontrolled closing of the switchgear may cause
physical injury and damage the drive.
Additional trip devices such as external emergency off switches can be wired into emergency off portion
of the control interface as shown in Section 6.2. Opening of this circuit will remove power to the close
and trip circuits and will notify the drive of why the switchgear opened. The drive will trip when this circuit
opens.
The drive can be configured to use a variety of control locations for pre-charging and discharging of the
internal power electronics. Closing and opening of the attached switchgear is coordinated with the
internal drive activities and optional isolating equipment. Upon a 'Supply On' request, if no trips are
present and the drive grounding switch is open, the drive will pre-charge and close the switchgear. Upon
a 'Supply Off' request, fault class 1 trip, or an emergency off signal, the drive will open the switchgear
and discharge. The 'On' and 'Off' commands for the drive can be from the following locations.
• The 'Supply On' and 'Supply Off' buttons on the front panel of the drive
• Remote control locations wired into IOEC digital inputs DI07 and DI13
• Optional fieldbus interface (refer to Appendix B: Fieldbus Adapter Manuals for more details)

6 Control Interface Details

6.1 Control Interface Overview

Table 6 gives an overview of the switchgear control signal interface. Three signals are available to
control the opening and closing of the switchgear. Three feedbacks are available to detect switchgear
status. An additional three feedback signals are derived within the drive to monitor the tripping loop. The
control relays are shown in their deenergized positions, which are signaling ‘Trip’ to the connected
switchgear.

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 Switchgear control interface
Control signals Type Terminal IO Signal Remarks
Connections Location
/ MCB order trip X10 : 103T IOEC 1 Active when drive is not tripped
DO06

V003
not connected *

X10 : 104T
MCB order close X10 : 106T IOEC 2 Active to close switchgear
DO06

V003
X10 : 106B

X10 : 107T
/ MCB order open X10 : 104B IOEC 2 Active when not opening switchgear
DO05
V003

X10 : 105T

X10 : 105B
Feedback signals
MCB status closed X12 : 9 IOEC 2 Feedback from switchgear
V004

DI10 Active when switchgear is closed

X12 : 10
MCB status open X12 : 7 IOEC 2 Optional feedback from switchgear
V004

DI09 Active when switchgear is open

X12 : 8
MCB status ok X13 : 1 IOEC 2 Optional feedback from switchgear
V004

DI11 Can be configured active high or low

X13 : 2
Switchgear control
power
X10 : 103T Not Line if AC control power
Applicable Positive if DC control power
See diagrams Neutral if AC control power
Negative if DC control power
Other feedbacks
Emergency off X10 : 101B IOEC 1 Active if no voltage is present at
emergency off terminal X04 : 101B
V004

DI12

Transformer X10 : 102B IOEC 1 Used for protection relay when

protection relay transformer option is selected
V004

DI14

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 Trip supervision internal signal IOEC 1 Monitors internal drive signals

V004
DI13

Table 6: Switchgear control signal interface

6.2 Control Interface Wiring Diagram

Figure 5 shows the standard converter wiring connections for the switchgear without customer wiring
details.
X10 terminal block
Drive wiring Customer wiring

100T

100B

101T
Customer
emergency off
101B loop

102T

102B

103T

103B
/ MCB order trip
K1901 104T

106T

106B
MCB order close
K1903 107T

104B

105T
/MCB order open
K1902 105B

IOEC 2 terminals
X12:9
MCB status Closed
IOEC2/DI10 X12:10

X12:7
MCB status Open
IOEC/DI09 X12:8

X13:1
MCB status Ok
IOEC/DI11 X13:2

Figure 5: Switchgear control interface wiring diagram

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7 Interface Parameter Details
Refer to Appendix M: Signal and Parameter Table for supplemental signal parameter information.

7.1 Control Signaling Configuration

Two parameters are used to configure the control signaling to the switchgear. Table 7 outlines those
parameters.
Name Setting Notes
group.index
MCB Control signal PULSE SIGN The control signals to the switchgear are pulsed.
21.14 (default)
STEADY SIGN The control signal to the switchgear is maintained.
MCB Control Pulse value in seconds If configured for pulse signals, this parameter sets the length of time the
time control signal is pulsed. Default is 3 seconds.
21.15

Table 7: Control signaling configuration

7.2 Feedback Signaling Configuration

Four parameters are used to configure the feedback signaling to the switchgear. Table 8 outlines those
parameters.
Name Setting Notes
group.index
MCB Feedback TWO SIGNALS Both MCB open and MCB closed feedback signals are
signal monitored.
(default)
21.16
ONE SIGNAL Only the MCB closed feedback signal is monitored.
MCB Closing Time value in seconds Maximum closing time for the switchgear before the "MCB
Limit CloseControl" fault is asserted. Default is 3 seconds.
21.17
MCB Opening Time value in seconds Maximum opening time for the switchgear before the "MCB
Limit OpenControl" fault is asserted. Default is 3 seconds.
21.18
MCB Available NOT USED The MCB available feedback signal is not used.
signal
(default)
21.20
LOW ACTIV The MCB available feedback signal is used. The MCB is
available when the signal is de-energized
HIGH ACTIV The MCB available feedback signal is used. The MCB is
available when the signal is energized

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 MCB Available FC1 FAULT If the MCB available feedback signal is used, a Fault Class 1 trip
Signal Reaction will be issued when the MCB is not available.
(default)
21.21
ALARM If the MCB available feedback signal is used, an alarm is issued
if it is not available.
Table 8: Feedback signaling configuration

7.3 Fault / Alarm Messages Configuration

Three messages are used to communicate errors in the switchgear. Table 9 outlines those messages.
Message Parameter Notes
group.index
MCB CloseControl 9.09 bit 1 The switchgear did not close when commanded by the drive.
MCB OpenControl 9.09 bit 2 The switchgear did not open when commanded by the drive
MCB AvailableSig 9.09 bit 3 The switchgear is not ready
9.63 bit 8 alarm
Table 9: Fault/alarm messages

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REVISION
Rev. Page (P) Description Date
ind. Chapt.(C) Dept./Init.
A All Initial release 6/16/2011 AW
B 1.1 Added reference to integrated input contactor and disconnect 9/20/2012 TJW
4.1 Updated notices and warnings

C N/A There were no changes from B to C. Not sure why REV C was 01/09/20 JK
released. REV C was created only to satisfy SAP.
D ALL Update to match current master schematics with interposing 01/10/20 JK
relays K1901, K1902, and K1903. TB04 is now TB10.

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