Arcteq AQ-M215 Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 AQ-M215 Motor protection IED Instruction manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    4.9 Configuring user levels and their passwords................. 48 5 Functions unctions ...................................................... 51 5.1 Functions included in AQ-M215................... 51 5.2 Measurements........................53 5.2.1 Current measurement and scaling ................53 5.2.2 Voltage measurement and scaling ................65 5.2.3 Power and energy calculation ..................76 5.2.4 Frequency tracking and scaling .................
  • Page 3 7 Connections and applic 7 Connections and applica a tion examples tion examples..................................401 7.1 Connections of AQ-M215 ....................401 7.2 Application example and its connections................404 7.3 Two-phase, three-wire ARON input connection ..............404 7.4 Trip circuit supervision (95) ....................405...
  • Page 4 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 9.1.2.1 Auxiliary voltage..................434 9.1.2.2 CPU communication ports................434 9.1.2.3 CPU digital inputs ..................435 9.1.2.4 CPU digital outputs..................436 9.1.3 Option cards ......................437 9.1.3.1 Digital input module ..................437 9.1.3.2 Digital output module..................
  • Page 5 Nothing contained in this document shall increase the liability or extend the warranty obligations of the manufacturer Arcteq Relays Ltd. The manufacturer expressly disclaims any and all liability for any damages and/or losses caused due to a failure to comply with the instructions contained herein or caused by persons who do not fulfil the aforementioned requirements.
  • Page 6 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Copyright Copyright © Arcteq Relays Ltd. 2021. All rights reserved.
  • Page 7: Document Inf

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 1 Document information 1.1 Version 2 revision notes Table. 1.1 - 1. Version 2 revision notes Revision 2.00 Date 6.6.2019 - New more consistent look. - Improved descriptions generally in many chapters. - Improved readability of a lot of drawings and images.
  • Page 8 - Improvements to many drawings and formula images. - Improved and updated IED user interface display images. - AQ-M215 Functions included list Added: Indicator objects, programmable control switches, mA output control, measurement recorder, running hour counter, non-directional undercurrent. (-ROCOF -UIM -PQS +CIN +obj&ind...
  • Page 9: Version 1 Revision Notes

    Table. 1.2 - 2. Version 1 revision notes Revision 1.00 Date 8.4.2013 Changes - The first revision for AQ-M215 IED. Revision 1.01 Date 22.11.2013 Application example for ARON input connection added to chapter 8.0. Application example for trip circuit supervision.
  • Page 10 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Revision 1.08 Date 21.12.2017 Measurement value recorder description ZCT connection added to current measurement description Internal harmonics blocking to I>,I0>,I0dir> function descriptions Non-standard delay curves added Event lists revised on several functions RTD&mA card description improvements Ring-lug CT card option description added Fault view description added...
  • Page 11: Abbr Bbre E Via Viations Tions

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 2 Abbreviations AI – Analog input AR – Auto-recloser ASDU – Application service data unit AVR – Automatic voltage regulator BCD – Binary-coded decimal CB – Circuit breaker CBFP – Circuit breaker failure protection CLPU –...
  • Page 12 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 IGBT – Insulated-gate bipolar transistor I/O – Input and output IRIG-B – Inter-range instruction group, timecode B LCD – Liquid-crystal display LED – Light emitting diode LV – Low voltage NC –...
  • Page 13: General

    Version: 2.04 3 General The AQ-M215 motor protection IED is a member of the AQ-200 product line. The hardware and software are modular: the hardware modules are assembled and configured according to the application's I/O requirements and the software determines the available functions. This manual describes the specific application of the AQ-M215 motor protection IED.
  • Page 14: Ied User Interface Erface

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 4 IED user interface 4.1 Panel structure The user interface section of an AQ-200 series device is divided into two user interface sections: one for the hardware and the other for the software. You can access the software interface either through the front panel or through the AQtivate freeware software suite.
  • Page 15: Mimic And Main Menu

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The sixteen freely configurable LEDs are located on the right side of the display. Their activation and color (green or yellow) are based on the settings the user has put in place in the software. Holding the I I (object control) button down for five seconds brings up the button test menu.
  • Page 16: General Menu

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 • Control • Communication • Measurement • Monitoring. They are presented in the image below. The available menus vary according to the device type. Figure. 4.2.2 - 3. Main configuration menus. 4.3 General menu The General main menu is divided into two submenus: the Device info tab presents the information of the device, while the Function comments tab allows you to view all comments you have added to the...
  • Page 17 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Device info Figure. 4.3 - 5. Device info. Table. 4.3 - 3. Parameters and indications in the General menu. Name Range Step Default Description Device name Unitname The file name uses these fields when loading the .aqs configuration file from the AQ-200 unit.
  • Page 18 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Default Description 0: User defined 1: English 2: Finnish Changes the language of the parameter descriptions in 3: Swedish the HMI. If the language has been set to "Other" in the Language 4: Spanish 1: English...
  • Page 19: Protection Menu

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 4.3 - 6. Function comments. 4.4 Protection menu General Figure. 4.4 - 7. Protection menu structure The Protection main menu includes the Stage activation submenu as well as the submenus for all the various protection functions, categorized under the following modules: "Arc protection", "Current", "Voltage", "Frequency", "Sequence"...
  • Page 20 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 4.4 - 8. Protection menu view. Stage activation You can activate the various protection stages in the Stage activation submenu (see the images below). Each protection stage and supporting function is disabled by default. When you activate one of the stages, its activated menu appears in the stage-specific submenu.
  • Page 21 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Example of a protection stage and its use Once a protection stage has been activated in the Stage activation submenu, you can open its own submenu. In the image series below, the user has activated three current stages. The user accesses the list of activated current stages through the "Current"...
  • Page 22 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 • Function condition: indicates the stage's condition which can be Normal, Start, Trip, or Blocked. • Expected operating time: Expected time delay from detecting a fault to tripping the breaker. This value can vary during a fault if an inverse curve time delay (IDMT) is used.
  • Page 23 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 4.4 - 13. Registers. Register menu content is not available in the HMI. It can only be accessed with AQtivate setting tool. Stored in the "Registers" section you can find both "Operation event register" and "General event register".
  • Page 24 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 4.4 - 14. I/O. The "I/O" section is divided into two subsections: "Direct output control" and "Blocking input control". In "Direct output control" you can connect the stage's signals to physical outputs, either to an output relay or an LED (START or TRIP LEDs or one of the 16 user configurable LEDs).
  • Page 25: Control Menu

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 4.4 - 15. Events. You can mask on and mask off the protection stage related events in "Event mask". By default events are masked off. You can activate the desired events by masking them ("x"). Remember to save your maskings by confirming the changes with the check mark icon.
  • Page 26 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Controls enabled Figure. 4.5 - 16. Controls enabled submenu. You can activate the selected control functions in the Controls enabled submenu. By default all the control functions are disabled. All activated functions can be viewed in the Control functions submenu (see the section "Control functions"...
  • Page 27 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 • SG loc SG local select al select: selects the local control for the different setting groups (can use digital inputs, logical inputs or outputs, RTDs, object status information as well as stage starts, trips or blocks).
  • Page 28 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 4.5 - 20. Settings section. OBJECT SET AND STATUS • L L oc ocal/R al/Remo emot t e sta e stat t us us: control access may be set to Local or Remote (Local by default; please note that when local control is enabled, the object cannot be controlled through the bus and vice versa).
  • Page 29 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 • An object has both Open input Open input and C C lose input lose input signals which are used for indicating the status of the breaker on the HMI and in SCADA. Status can be indicated by any of the following: digital inputs, logical inputs or outputs.
  • Page 30 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 4.5 - 21. Application control section. You can connect object statuses directly to specific physical outputs in the "Signal connections" subsection ( Control → Application control ). A status can be connected to output relays, as well as to user-configurable LEDs.
  • Page 31 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The "Registers"section stores the function's specific fault data. There are twelve (12) registers, and each of them includes data such as opening and closing times, command types and request failures. The data included in the register depend on the protection function.
  • Page 32 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Each control function that has been activated is listed in the Control functions submenu (see the middle image above). This submenu includes the following sections: "Info", "Settings", "Registers", "I/O" and "Events".
  • Page 33 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The stage settings vary depending on which control function they are a part of. By default only one setting group of the eight available setting groups is activated. You can enable more groups in the Control →...
  • Page 34 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 4.5 - 28. I/O section. The "I/O" section is divided into two subsections: "Direct output control" and "Blocking input control". In "Direct output control" you can connect the stage's signals to physical outputs, either to an output relay or an LED (START or TRIP LEDs or one of the 16 user configurable LEDs).
  • Page 35 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 4.5 - 29. Events section. You can mask on and mask off events related to an object's stage in "Event mask". By default all events are masked off. You can activate the desired events by masking them ("x"). Please remember to save your maskings by confirming the changes with the check mark icon.
  • Page 36 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 4.5 - 31. Digital input section. All settings related to digital inputs can be found in the "Digital inputs" section. The "Digital inputs settings" subsection includes various settings for the inputs: the polarity selection determines whether the input is Normal Open (NO) or Normal Closed (NC) as well as the activation threshold voltage (16…200 V AC/DC, step 0.1 V) and release threshold voltage (10…200 V AC/DC, step 0.1 V) for each available input.
  • Page 37 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The "Digital outputs settings" subsection lets you select the polarity for each output; they can be either Normal Open (NO) or Normal Closed (NC). The default polarity is Normal Open. The operational delay of an output contact is approximately 5 ms.
  • Page 38 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 4.5 - 34. Device I/O matrix section. Through the "Device I/O matrix" section you can connect digital inputs, logical outputs, protection stage status signals (START, TRIP, BLOCKED, etc.), object status signals and many other binary signals to output relays, or to LEDs configured by the used.
  • Page 39 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 4.5 - 36. Programmable mimic indicators section Programmable mimic indicators can be placed into the mimic to display a text based on the status of a given binary signal (digital input, logical signal, status of function start/tripped/blocked signals etc.). When configuring the mimic with the AQtivate setting tool, it is possible to set a text to be shown when an input signal is ON and a separate text for when the signal is OFF.
  • Page 40: Communication Menu

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 GOOSE inputs are mainly used for controlling purposes and in conjunction with the IEC 61850 communication protocol. There are 64 GOOSE inputs signal status bits, and their status can be either 0 or 1.
  • Page 41 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Connections Figure. 4.6 - 38. View of the Connections submenu. The Connections submenu offers the following bits of information and settings: ETHERNET ETHERNET This section defines the IP settings for the ethernet port in the back panel of the unit. •...
  • Page 42 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Protocols Figure. 4.6 - 39. View of the Protocols submenu. The Protocols submenu offers access to the various communication protocol configuration menus. Some of the communication protocols use serial communication and some use Ethernet communication.
  • Page 43: Measurement Menu

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 4.7 Measurement menu Figure. 4.7 - 40. Measurement section. The Measurement menu includes the following submenus: Transformers , Frequency , Current measurement , Voltage measurement , Power and energy measurement , Impedance calculations , and Phasors .
  • Page 44 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 CT module Figure. 4.7 - 42. CT module section. The three main sections ("Phase CT scaling", "Residual I01 CT scaling" and "Residual I02 CT scaling") determine the ratio of the used transformers. Additionally, the nominal values are also determined in the CT module submenu.
  • Page 45 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Frequency measurements use the fixed sampling mode as the default, and "System nominal frequency" should be set to the desired level. When "Sampling mode" is set to "Tracking", the device uses the measured frequency value as the system nominal frequency.
  • Page 46: Monitoring Menu

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Phasors Figure. 4.7 - 45. Phasors submenu. The Phasors submenu holds the vector displays for voltages and currents, as well as the various calculated components the IED may have (e.g. power, impedance). Phasors are helpful when solving incorrect wiring issues.
  • Page 47 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Monitors enabled Figure. 4.8 - 47. Monitors enabled submenu. You can activate the selected monitor functions in the Monitors enabled submenu. By default all the control functions are disabled. All activated functions can be viewed in the Monitor functions submenu (see the section "Monitor functions"...
  • Page 48 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Disturbance recorder Figure. 4.8 - 49. Disturbance recorder settings. The Disturbance recorder submenu has the following settings: • "Recorder enabled" enables or disables the recorder. • "Recorder status" indicates the status of the recorder. •...
  • Page 49: Configuring User Levels And Their Passwords

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 • Enabling "Auto. get recordings" allows the device to automatically upload recordings to the designated FTP folder (which, in turn, allows any FTP client to read the recordings from the IED's memory).
  • Page 50 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 • Super user (***) • Configurator (**) • Operator (*) • User ( - ) You can set a new password for a user level by selecting the key icon next to the user level's name. After this you can lock the user level by pressing the R R e e t t urn urn key while the lock is selected.
  • Page 51 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 • Configurator: Can change most settings such as basic protection pick-up levels or time delays, breaker control functions, signal descriptions etc. and can operate breakers and other equipment. • Super user: Can change any setting and can operate breakers and other equipment. NOTE! Any user level with a password automatically locks itself after half an hour (30 minutes) of inactivity.
  • Page 52: Functions Unctions

    Instruction manual Version: 2.04 5 Functions 5.1 Functions included in AQ-M215 The AQ-M215 motor protection relay includes the following functions as well as the number of stages for those functions. Table. 5.1 - 4. Protection functions of AQ-M215. Name (number...
  • Page 53 Voltage memory PGS (1) PGx>/< Programmable stage ARC (1) IArc>/I0Arc> 50Arc/50NArc Arc fault protection (optional) Table. 5.1 - 5. Control functions of AQ-M215. Name ANSI Description Setting group selection Object control and monitoring (5 objects available) Indicator object monitoring (5 indicators available)
  • Page 54: Measurements

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name ANSI Description Total harmonic distortion Running hour counter Measurement recorder VREC Measurement value recorder 5.2 Measurements 5.2.1 Current measurement and scaling The current measurement module (CT module, or CTM) is used for measuring the currents from current transformers.
  • Page 55 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 P P RI: RI: The primary current, i.e. the current which flows in the primary circuit and through the primary side of the current transformer. SEC: SEC: The secondary current, i.e. the current which the current transformer transforms according to its ratios.
  • Page 56 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.2.1 - 52. Connections. The following table presents the initial data of the connection. Table. 5.2.1 - 7. Initial data. P P ha hase curr se current C ent CT T R R ing cor ing core C e CT in Input I02...
  • Page 57 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Once the setting have been sent to the device, relay calculates the scaling factors and displays them for the user. The "CT scaling factor P/S" describes the ratio between the primary current and the secondary current.
  • Page 58 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.2.1 - 56. Residual I02 CT scaling (sensitive). Displaying the scaling Depending on whether the scaling was done based on the CT primary values or the protected object's nominal current, the measurements are displayed slightly differently. The first of the two images shows how the measurements are displayed when the CT primary values are the basis for the scaling;...
  • Page 59 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Example of zero sequence CT scaling Zero sequence CT scaling (ZCT scaling) is done when a zero sequence CT instead of a ring core CT is part of the measurement connection. In such a case the zero sequence CT should be connected to the I02 channel which has lower CT scaling ranges (see the image below).
  • Page 60 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Problem Solution The phase currents are connected to the measurement module but the order or polarity of one or all phases is incorrect. In relay settings, go to Measurement → Phasors and check the "Phase current vectors"...
  • Page 61 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.2.1 - 60. Common phase polarity problems. The following image presents the most common problems with network rotation (mix phases). These problems can be difficult to find because the measurement result is always the same in the relay. If two phases are mixed together, the network rotation always follows the pattern IL1-IL3-IL2 and the measured negative sequence current is therefore always 1.00 (in.
  • Page 62 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.2.1 - 61. Common network rotation (mixed phases) problems. Settings Table. 5.2.1 - 8. Settings of the Phase CT scaling. Name Unit Range Step Default Description 0: CT Scale 0: CT The selection of the reference used in the relay's per-unit system nom p.u.
  • Page 63 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.2.1 - 9. Settings of the Residual I01 CT scaling. Name Unit Range Step Default Description I01 CT 0.2…25 000 0.00001 100 The rated primary current of the current transformer. primary I01 CT 0.1…10.000 0.00001 1...
  • Page 64 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.2.1 - 13. Secondary phase current measurements. Name Unit Range Step Description Secondary phase The primary RMS current measurement from each of the phase current ILx 0.00…300.00 0.01 current channels. ("Sec.Pha.curr.ILx") Secondary phase current ILx TRMS...
  • Page 65 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.2.1 - 18. Residual phase angle measurements. Name Unit Range Step Description Residual current angle The residual current angle measurement from the I01 or I02 current 0.00…360.00 0.01 input. ("Res.curr.angle I0x") calc.I0 Pha.angle 0.00…360.00 0.01...
  • Page 66: Voltage Measurement And Scaling

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.2.1 - 23. Harmonic current measurements. Name Range Step Default Description Harmonics 0: Percent calculation values Defines whether the harmonics are calculated as percentage or ("Harm Abs.or Percent absolute values. Absolute Perc.") 0: Per unit...
  • Page 67 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 For the measurements to be correct the user needs to ensure that the measurement signals are connected to the correct inputs, that the voltage direction correct, and that the scaling is set correctly. The relay calculates the scaling factors based on the set VT primary, and secondary voltage values.
  • Page 68 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 If the protection is voltage-based, the supervised voltage can be based either on line-to-line voltages or on line-to-earth voltages. This selection is defined in the "Measured magnitude" of each protection stage menu separately ( Protection →...
  • Page 69 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 There are several different ways to use all four voltage channels. The voltage measurement modes are the following: • 3LN+U4 (three line-to-neutral voltages and U4 can be used for either zero sequence voltage or synchrochecking) •...
  • Page 70 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.2.2 - 67. 2LL+U0+SS settings and connections. The image collection below presents the relay's behavior when nominal voltage is injected into the relay via secondary test equipment. The measurement mode is 3LN+U4 which means that the relay is measuring line-to-neutral voltages.
  • Page 71 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.2.2 - 69. Relay behavior when voltage injected during an earth fault. Troubleshooting When the measured voltage values differ from the expected voltage values, the following table offers possible solutions for the problems. Problem Check / Resolution The measured...
  • Page 72 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Default Description The voltage channel U3 can be used to measure zero sequence voltage 0: Not Used 0: Not U3 mode U0 (U0) or the Synchrocheck voltage (SS). If neither is needed, the (default) 1: U0 Used or SS...
  • Page 73 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Default Description VT scaling A relay feedback value; the calculated scaling factor that is the ratio factor P/S between the primary voltage and the secondary voltage. VT scaling A relay feedback value;...
  • Page 74 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.2.2 - 29. Per-unit sequence voltage measurements. Name Unit Range Step Description Positive sequence The measurement (in p.u.) from the calculated positive sequence × U voltage 0.00…500.0 0.01 voltage. ("Pos.seq.Volt.p.u.") Negative sequence The measurement (in p.u.) from the calculated negative sequence...
  • Page 75 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.2.2 - 33. System primary voltage measurements. Name Unit Range Step Description System voltage magnitude 0.00…1 The primary RMS line-to-line UL12 voltage (measured or calculated). You can also UL12 0.01 000000.00 select the row where the unit for this is kV.
  • Page 76 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Unit Range Step Description System voltage magnitude The primary measured RMS Synchrocheck voltage (SS). This magnitude is 0.00…1 0.01 displayed only when the "2LL+U3+U4" mode is selected and both U3 and U4 are in 000000.00 ("System use.
  • Page 77: Power And Energy Calculation

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.2.2 - 35. Harmonic voltage measurements. Name Unit Range Step Default Description Harmonics calculation values 0: Percent Defines whether the harmonics are calculated as ("Harm Abs.or 1: Absolute Percent percentages or absolute values.
  • Page 78 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.2.3 - 71. Three-phase active power (P) calculation. In these equations, phi (φ) is the angle difference between voltage and current. Figure. 5.2.3 - 72. Three-phase reactive power (Q) calculation. Active power can be to the forward or the reverse direction.
  • Page 79 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Only line y line-t -to-line v o-line volta oltages a ges av v ailable ailable If the line-to-line voltages are measured but the zero sequence voltage is not measured or is not otherwise known, the three-phase power calculation is based on Aron’s theorem: Both cos(φ) and tan(φ) are calculated in the same way as in the line-to-neutral mode.
  • Page 80 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Default Description 0: Undefined 1: Q1 Fwd Ind PQ Quadrant 2: Q2 Rev Cap Indicates what the power PQ quadrant is at that moment. Undefined 3: Q3 Rev Ind 4: Q4 Fwd Cap 0: Undefined 1: Q1 Fwd Cap AV...
  • Page 81 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Default Description DC1…4 Pulses 0…4 294 967 295 Indicates the total number of pulses sent. sent Table. 5.2.3 - 38. DC 1…4 Pulse out settings Name Range Step Default Description...
  • Page 82 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.2.3 - 41. Three-phase energy calculations. Name Range Step Description -999 999 995 Exported Active Energy (P) (kWh 904.00…999 999 995 0.01 The total amount of exported active energy. or MWh) 904.00 -999 999 995...
  • Page 83 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Description Reactive energy (Q) balance while The sum of the phase's imported and exported reactive 0.01 -1x10 …1x10 Import (P) Lx (kVarh or MVarh) energy while active energy is imported. The apparent energy of the phase while active energy is Apparent Energy (S) while Export (P) Lx 0.01...
  • Page 84: Frequency Tracking And Scaling

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Voltages (line-to-line): Currents: = 100.00 V, -90.00° = 2.5 A, -120.00° = 2.5 A, 120.00° Name Values 3PH (S) 20.00 MVA 3PH (P) 17.32 MW 3PH (Q) 0.00 Mvar 3PH Tan 0.00 3PH Cos 0.87...
  • Page 85 FFT calculation always has a whole power cycle in the buffer. The measurement accuracy is further improved by Arcteq's patented calibration algorithms that calibrate the analog channels against eight (8) system frequency points for both magnitude and angle.
  • Page 86 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Default Description System The user-defined system nominal frequency that is used when nominal 7.000…75.000Hz 0.001Hz 50Hz the "Sampling mode" setting has been set to "Fixed". frequency Tracked system 0.000…75.000Hz 0.001Hz Displays the rough measured system frequency.
  • Page 87: Protection Functions

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Default Description Tracked f Displays the rough value of the tracked frequency in Channel 0.000…75.000Hz 0.001Hz - channel C Frequency measurement built from tracked frequencies and Alg f fast 0.000…75.000Hz 0.001Hz - U4 voltage channel samples.
  • Page 88 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The protection function is run in a completely digital environment with a protection CPU microprocessor which also processes the analog signals transformed into the digital form.
  • Page 89 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.1 - 73. Principle diagram of the protection relay platform. In the following chapters the common functionalities of protection functions are described. If a protection function deviates from this basic structure, the difference is described in the corresponding chapter of the manual.
  • Page 90 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.1 - 75. Measurement range in relation to the nominal current. The I magnitude refers to the user set nominal current which can range from 0.2…10 A, typically 0.2 A, 1A or 5 A.
  • Page 91 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 • Inverse definite minimum time (IDMT): activates the trip signal after a time which is in relation to the set pick-up value X and the measured value X (dependent time characteristics). Both IEC and IEEE/ANSI standard characteristics as well as user settable parameters are available for the IDMT operation.
  • Page 92 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Default Description Selects the IEC standard delay characteristics. The options include the following: Normally Inverse ("NI"), 0: NI Extremely Inverse ("EI"), Very Inverse ("VI") and Long Time Inverse Delay 1: EI ("LTI") characteristics.
  • Page 93 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.1 - 77. Inverse operating time formulas for IEC and IEEE standards. Non-standard delay characteristics In addition to the previously mentioned delay characteristics, some functions also have delay characteristics that deviate from the IEC or IEEE standards. These functions are the following: •...
  • Page 94 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.3.1 - 47. Setting parameters for reset time characteristics. Name Name Range Range St Step Defa fault ult Descrip Description tion Delayed Resetting characteristics selection (either time-delayed or instant) after 0: No pick-up 1: Yes...
  • Page 95 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.1 - 79. Delayed pick-up release, delay counter is reset at signal drop-off. Figure. 5.3.1 - 80. Delayed pick-up release, delay counter value is held during the release time.
  • Page 96: Non-Directional Overcurrent Protection (I>; 50/51)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.1 - 81. Delayed pick-up release, delay counter value is decreasing during the release time. The resetting characteristics can be set according to the application. The default setting is delayed 60 ms and the time calculation is held during the release time.
  • Page 97 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The outputs of the function are the START, TRIP and BLOCKED signals. The non- directional overcurrent function uses a total of eight (8) separate setting groups which can be selected from one common source.
  • Page 98 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Measured input The function block uses analog current measurement values. However, when the peak-to-peak mode is selected for the function's "Measured magnitude" setting , the values are taken directly from the samples.
  • Page 99 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.3.2 - 50. Pick-up settings. Name Description Range Step Default Pick-up setting 0.10…50.00×I 0.01×I 1.20×I The pick-up activation of the function is not directly equal to the START signal generation of the function.
  • Page 100 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.3.2 - 52. Internal inrush harmonic blocking settings. Name Range Step Default Description Inrush harmonic blocking (internal- 0: No Enables and disables the 2 harmonic 0: No only trip) 1: Yes blocking.
  • Page 101 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Event number Event channel Event block name Event code Description 1291 NOC1 Phase C Start OFF 1292 NOC1 Phase A Trip ON 1293 NOC1 Phase A Trip OFF 1294 NOC1 Phase B Trip ON 1295 NOC1...
  • Page 102 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Event number Event channel Event block name Event code Description 1421 NOC3 Phase A Trip OFF 1422 NOC3 Phase B Trip ON 1423 NOC3 Phase B Trip OFF 1424 NOC3 Phase C Trip ON 1425 NOC3...
  • Page 103: Non-Directional Earth Fault Protection (I0>; 50N/51N)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 5.3.3 Non-directional earth fault protection (I0>; 50N/51N) The non-directional earth fault function is used for instant and time-delayed earth fault protection. The number of stages in the function depend on the device model. The operating characteristics are based on the selected neutral current magnitudes which the function measures constantly.
  • Page 104 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.3 - 83. Simplified function block diagram of the I0> fucntion. Measured input The function block uses analog current measurement values. The user can select the monitored magnitude to be equal either to RMS values, to TRMS values, or to peak-to-peak values. TRMS mode uses values from the whole harmonic spectrum of 32 components.
  • Page 105 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Description Range Default 1: RMS Measured Defines which available measured magnitude is used by the function. This 2: TRMS 1: RMS magnitude parameter is available when "Input selection" has been set to "I01" or "I02". 3: Peak- to-peak 1: I01...
  • Page 106 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Description meas at the 0.00...1250.00 0.01 The ratio between the measured current and the pick-up value. moment Function blocking The block signal is checked in the beginning of each program cycle. The blocking signal is received from the blocking matrix in the function's dedicated input.
  • Page 107: Directional Overcurrent Protection (Idir>; 67)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Event number Event channel Event block name Event code Description 1666 NEF1 Trip ON 1667 NEF1 Trip OFF 1668 NEF1 Block ON 1669 NEF1 Block OFF 1728 NEF2 Start ON 1729 NEF2 Start OFF...
  • Page 108 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The outputs of the function are the START, TRIP and BLOCKED signals. The directional overcurrent function uses a total of eight (8) separate setting groups which can be selected from one common source.
  • Page 109 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Measured input The function block uses analog current measurement values. The user can select the monitored magnitude to be equal either to RMS values, to TRMS values, or to peak-to-peak values. TRMS mode uses values from the whole harmonic spectrum of 32 components.
  • Page 110 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Pick-up The I setting parameter controls the pick-up of the I> function. This defines the maximum allowed measured current before action from the function. The function constantly calculates the ratio between the I and the measured magnitude ( I ) for each of the three phases.
  • Page 111 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Please note in the picture above that the tripping area is linked to the angle of the positive sequence voltage U . The angle of the positive sequence current I is compared to U angle, and if the fault is in the correct direction, it is possible to perform a trip when the amplitude of I...
  • Page 112 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.4 - 87. When Idir> function has been set to "Non-directional" the function works basically just like a traditional non- directional overcurrent protection function. Read-only parameters The relay's Info page displays useful, real-time information on the state of the protection function. It is accessed either through the relay's HMI display, or through the setting tool software when it is connected to the relay and its Live Edit mode is active.
  • Page 113 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Function blocking The block signal is checked in the beginning of each program cycle. The blocking signal is received from the blocking matrix in the function's dedicated input. Additionally, the non-directional overcurrent function includes an internal inrush harmonic blocking option which is applied according to the parameters set by the user.
  • Page 114 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Event Number Event channel Event block name Event Code Description 4805 DOC1 Block OFF 4806 DOC1 No voltage, Blocking ON 4807 DOC1 Voltage measurable, Blocking OFF 4808 DOC1 Measuring live angle ON 4809 DOC1 Measuring live angle OFF...
  • Page 115: Directional Earth Fault Protection (I0Dir>; 67N/32N)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Event Number Event channel Event block name Event Code Description 4999 DOC4 Voltage measurable, Blocking OFF 5000 DOC4 Measuring live angle ON 5001 DOC4 Measuring live angle OFF 5002 DOC4 Using voltmem ON 5003 DOC4...
  • Page 116 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 • threshold comparator • angle check • block signal check • time delay characteristics • output processing. The inputs for the function are the following: • operating mode selections • setting parameters •...
  • Page 117 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.3.5 - 69. Measurement inputs of the I0dir> function. Signal Description Time base I01RMS RMS measurement of coarse residual current measurement input I01 I01TRMS TRMS measurement of coarse residual current measurement input I01 I01PP Peak-to-peak measurement of coarse residual current measurement input I01 I02RMS...
  • Page 118 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.3.5 - 71. Pick-up settings. Name Description Range Step Default Pick-up setting 0.005…40.00×I 0.001×I 1.20×I 1…75%U 0.01%U 20%U Pick-up setting 1: Unearthed [32N Var] 2: Petersen coil GND [32N Watt] Grounding 3: Grounded Network grounding method...
  • Page 119 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Unearthed network Figure. 5.3.5 - 89. Angle tracking of I0dir> function (unearthed network model) (32N) When the unearthed (capacitive) network mode is chosen, the device expects the fault current to be lagging zero sequence voltage by 90 degrees.
  • Page 120 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The resistance of the fault affects the size of the voltage drop during a fault. In direct earth fault the zero sequence voltage amplitude is equal to the system's line-to-earth voltage. In direct earth fault the voltage of a faulty phase drops close to zero and healthy phase voltages increase to the amplitude of line-to-line voltages.
  • Page 121 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 When the Petersen coil earthed (compensated) network mode is chosen, the device expects the fault current to be in the opposite direction to the zero sequence voltage. Healthy phases of both healthy and faulty feeders produce a capacitive current similar to the unearthed network.
  • Page 122 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Directly earthed or small impedance network (67N) Figure. 5.3.5 - 91. Angle tracking of I0dir> function (directly earthed or small impedance network). In a directly earthed network the amplitude of a single-phase fault current is similar to the amplitude of a short-circuit current.
  • Page 123 CT errors. For all these reasons, Arcteq has developed an improved alternative to these traditional directional earth fault protections.
  • Page 124 No extra parameterization is required compared to the traditional method. The multi- criteria algorithm can be tested with COMTRADE files supplied by Arcteq. The function requires a connection of three-phase currents, residual current and residual voltage to operate correctly.
  • Page 125 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Description U0> Pick-up 0.0...1 000 000V 0.1V The required residual voltage on the primary side for the relay to trip. setting Detected U0/ The angle in degrees between the monitored residual voltage and the -360.00...360.00deg 0.01deg I0 angle (fi)
  • Page 126 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The variables the user can set are binary signals from the system. The blocking signal needs to reach the device minimum of 5 ms before the set operating delay has passed in order for the blocking to activate in time.
  • Page 127 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Event number Event channel Event block name Event code Description 5258 DEF2 I0Cosfi Trip ON 5259 DEF2 I0Cosfi Trip OFF 5260 DEF2 I0Sinfi Trip ON 5261 DEF2 I0Sinfi Trip OFF 5312 DEF3 Start ON...
  • Page 128: Negative Sequence Overcurrent/ Phase Current Reversal/ Current Unbalance Protection (I2>; 46/46R/46L)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.3.5 - 75. Register content. Register Description Event code dd.mm.yyyy hh:mm:ss.mss Date and time 5184-5389 Descr. pre-triggering current Start average current fault current Trip -20ms averages Fault capacity I Trip -20ms averages Fault resist I Trip -20ms averages...
  • Page 129 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The inputs for the function are the following: • operating mode selections • setting parameters • digital inputs and logic signals • measured and pre-processed current magnitudes. The function outputs START, TRIP and BLOCKED signals which can be used for direct I/O controlling and user logic programming.
  • Page 130 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 General settings The following general settings define the general behavior of the function. These settings are static i.e. it is not possible to change them by editing the setting group. Name Description Range Step Default...
  • Page 131 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The blocking signal can also be tested in the commissioning phase by a software switch signal when the relay's testing mode "Enable stage forcing" is activated ( General → Device ). The variables the user can set are binary signals from the system.
  • Page 132 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.6 - 95. Operation characteristics curve for I2> Curve2. For a more detailed description on the time characteristics and their setting parameters, please refer to the "General properties of a protection function" chapter and its "Operating time characteristics for trip and reset"...
  • Page 133: Harmonic Overcurrent Protection (Ih>; 50H/51H/68H)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Event Number Event channel Event block name Event Code Description 2051 CUB1 Trip OFF 2052 CUB1 Block ON 2053 CUB1 Block OFF 2112 CUB2 Start ON 2113 CUB2 Start OFF 2114 CUB2 Trip ON...
  • Page 134 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The function can operate on instant or time-delayed mode. Either START or TRIP signal can be used when the instant mode is selected to block other protection stages. In time-delayed mode the operation can be selected between definite time (DT) mode and inverse definite minimum time (IDMT) mode.
  • Page 135 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.7 - 96. Simplified function block diagram of the Ih> function. Measured input The function block uses analog current measurement values from phase or residual currents. Each measurement input of the function block uses RMS values and harmonic components of the selected current input.
  • Page 136 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Signal Description Time base The magnitudes (RMS) of phase L2 (B) current components: - Fundamental harmonic harmonic harmonic harmonic harmonic IL2FFT 5 ms harmonic harmonic - 11 harmonic - 13 harmonic - 15 harmonic...
  • Page 137 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Signal Description Time base The magnitudes (RMS) of residual I0 current components: - Fundamental harmonic harmonic harmonic harmonic harmonic I02FFT 5 ms harmonic harmonic - 11 harmonic - 13 harmonic - 15 harmonic - 17...
  • Page 138 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Default Description IL1/IL2/ Measurement IL1/IL2/ Selection of the measurement input (either phase current or residual current). input Each function stage provides these same settings. Multiple stages of the function can be set to operate independently of each other.
  • Page 139 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Function blocking The block signal is checked in the beginning of each program cycle. The blocking signal is received from the blocking matrix in the function's dedicated input. If the blocking signal is not activated when the pick-up element activates, a START signal is generated and the function proceeds to the time characteristics calculation.
  • Page 140: Circuit Breaker Failure Protection (Cbfp; 50Bf/52Bf)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Event number Event channel Event block name Event code Description 2496 HOC3 Start ON 2497 HOC3 Start OFF 2498 HOC3 Trip ON 2499 HOC3 Trip OFF 2500 HOC3 Block ON 2501 HOC3 Block OFF...
  • Page 141 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The operational logic consists of the following: • input magnitude processing • input magnitude selection • threshold comparator • block signal check • time delay characteristics • output processing. The inputs of the function are the following: •...
  • Page 142 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Signal Description Time base IL3RMS RMS measurement of phase L3 (C) current I01RMS RMS measurement of residual input I01 I02RMS RMS measurement of residual input I02 I0Calc Calculated residual current from the phase current inputs DOIN Monitors digital output relay status DIIN...
  • Page 143 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Default Description 0: Current only 1: DO only 2: Signals only 3: Current and DO 4: Current or 5: Current and signals Selects the operating mode. The mode can be dependent on current Actmode 6: Current or Current...
  • Page 144 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Operating time characteristics The operating timers’ behavior during a function can be set depending on the application. The same pick-up signal starts both timers. When retrip is used the time grading should be set as follows: the sum of specific times (i.e.
  • Page 145 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Trip, Retrip and CBFP in the device configuration Figure. 5.3.8 - 98. Wiring diagram when Trip, Retrip and CBFP are configured to the device. The retrip functionality can be used in applications whose circuit breaker has a retrip or a redundant trip coil available.
  • Page 146 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.8 - 99. Retrip and CBFP when "Current" is the selected criterion. When the current threshold setting of I and/or I0 is exceeded, the current-based protection is activated and the counters for RETRIP and CBFP start calculating the set operating time. The tripping of the primary protection stage is not monitored in this configuration.
  • Page 147 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.8 - 100. Retrip and CBFP when "Current and DO" is the selected criterion. When the current threshold setting of I and/or I0 is exceeded, the current-based protection is activated.
  • Page 148 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.8 - 101. Retrip and CBFP when "Current or DO" is the selected criterion. When the current threshold setting of I and/or I0 is exceeded, or the TRIP signal reaches the primary protection stage, the function starts counting down towards the RETRIP and CBFP signals.
  • Page 149 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Trip and CBFP in the device configuration Figure. 5.3.8 - 102. Wiring diagram when Trip and CBFP are configured to the device. Probably the most common application is when the device's trip output controls the circuit breaker trip coil, while one dedicated CBFP contact controls the CBFP function.
  • Page 150 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.8 - 103. CBFP when "Current" is the selected criterion. When the current threshold setting of I and/or I0 is exceeded, the current-based protection is activated and the counter for CBFP starts calculating the set operating time. The tripping of the primary protection stage is not monitored in this configuration.
  • Page 151 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.8 - 104. CBFP when "Current and DO" is the selected criterion. When the current threshold setting of I and/or I0 is exceeded, the current-based protection is activated. At the same time, the counter for CBFP is halted until the monitored output contact is controlled (that is, until the primary protection operates).
  • Page 152 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.8 - 105. CBFP when "Current or DO" is the selected criterion. When the current threshold setting of I and/or I0 is exceeded, or the TRIP signal reaches the primary protection stage, the function starts counting down towards the CBFP signal.
  • Page 153 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Device configuration as a dedicated CBFP unit Figure. 5.3.8 - 106. Wiring diagram when the device is configured as a dedicated CBFP unit.
  • Page 154 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Some applications require a dedicated circuit breaker protection unit. When the CBFP function is configured to operate with a digital input signal, it can be used in these applications. When a device is used for this purpose, the tripping signal is wired to the device's digital input and the device's own TRIP signal is used only for the CBFP purpose.
  • Page 155: Low-Impedance Or High-Impedance Restricted Earth Fault/ Cable End Differential Protection (I0D>; 87N)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Event number Event channel Event block name Event code Description 2820 CBF1 CBFP ON 2821 CBF1 CBFP OFF 2822 CBF1 Block ON 2823 CBF1 Block OFF 2824 CBF1 DO monitor ON 2825 CBF1 DO monitor OFF...
  • Page 156 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 • differential characteristic comparator • block signal check • output processing. The inputs for the function are the following: • setting parameters • measured and pre-processed current magnitudes. The function's output signals can be used for direct I/O controlling and user logic programming. The function generates general time-stamped ON/OFF events to the common event buffer from each of the two (2) output signals.
  • Page 157 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Signal Description Time base IL3 Ang Angle of phase L3 (C) current I01 Ang Angle of residual input I01 I02 Ang Angle of residual input I02 The selection of the used AI channel is made with a setting parameter. General settings The following general settings define the general behavior of the function.
  • Page 158 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The pick-up settings can be selected via setting groups. The pick-up activation of the function is not directly equal to the TRIP signal generation of the function. The TRIP signal is allowed if the blocking condition is not active.
  • Page 159 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Read-only parameters The relay's Info page displays useful, real-time information on the state of the protection function. It is accessed either through the relay's HMI display, or through the setting tool software when it is connected to the relay and its Live Edit mode is active.
  • Page 160 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.9 - 113. Cable end differential with natural unbalance in the phase current measurement. When calculating residual current from the phase currents, the natural unbalance can be around 10 % while the used CTs are still within the promised 5P class (which is probably the most common CT accuracy class).
  • Page 161 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.9 - 114. Cable end differential when a fault occurs. If a starting fault occurs in the cable end, the CED mode catches the difference between the ingoing and the outgoing residual currents. The resulting signal can be used for alarming or tripping purposes for the feeder with the failing cable end.
  • Page 162 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.9 - 115. Restricted earth fault outside a Y winding transformer. If the fault is located inside of the transformer and thus inside of the protection area, the function catches the fault with high sensitivity.
  • Page 163 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.9 - 116. Restricted earth fault inside a Y winding transformer. Events and registers The restricted earth fault function (abbreviated "REF" in event block names) generates events and registers from the status changes in TRIP-activated and BLOCKED signals. The user can select which event messages are stored in the main event buffer: ON, OFF, or both.
  • Page 164: Overvoltage Protection (U>; 59)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.3.9 - 98. Event codes. Event number Event channel Event block name Event code Description 4224 REF1 I0d> (87N) Trip ON 4225 REF1 I0d> (87N) Trip OFF 4226 REF1 I0d>...
  • Page 165 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The function outputs the START, TRIP and BLOCKED signals which can be used for direct I/O controlling and user logic programming. The function generates general time-stamped ON/OFF events to the common event buffer from each of the three (3) output signals. In the instant operating mode the function outputs START and TRIP events simultaneously with an equivalent time stamp.
  • Page 166 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The selection of the AI channel in use is made with a setting parameter. In all possible input channel variations the pre-fault condition is presented with a 20 ms averaged history value from -20 ms from START or TRIP event.
  • Page 167 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.10 - 120. Selectable measurement magnitudes with 2LL+U3+U4 VT connection (P-E voltages not available without residual voltage). P-P Voltages and P-E Voltages selections follow phase-to-neutral or phase-to-phase voltages in the first three voltage channels (or two first voltage channels in the 2LL+U3+U4 mode).
  • Page 168 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Description Displays the expected operating time when a fault occurs. When IDMT Expected mode is used, the expected operating time depends on the measured operating 0.000...1800.000s 0.005s voltage value.
  • Page 169 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 • Inverse definite minimum time (IDMT): gives the TRIP signal after a time which is in relation to the set pick-up voltage U and the measured voltage U (dependent time characteristics).
  • Page 170 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Default Description Continue time Time calculation characteristics selection. If activated, the operating time calculation 1: No 1: No counter is continuing until a set release time has passed even if the pick- during 2: Yes up element is reset.
  • Page 171: Undervoltage Protection (U<; 27)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Event number Event channel Event block name Event code Description 5635 Trip OFF 5636 Block ON 5637 Block OFF The function registers its operation into the last twelve (12) time-stamped registers; this information is available for all provided instances separately.
  • Page 172 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The function outputs the START, TRIP and BLOCKED signals which can be used for direct I/O controlling and user logic programming. The function generates general time-stamped ON/OFF events to the common event buffer from each of the three (3) output signals. In the instant operating mode the function outputs START and TRIP events simultaneously with an equivalent time stamp.
  • Page 173 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.3.11 - 109. Measured magnitude selection settings. Name Description Range Step Default 0: P-P voltages 1: P-E 0: P-P Measured Selection of P-P or P-E voltages. Additionally, the U3 or U4 input can be voltages voltages magnitude...
  • Page 174 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.11 - 124. Selectable measurement magnitudes with 2LL+U4 VT connection (P-E voltages not available without residual voltage). P-P Voltages and P-E Voltages selections follow phase-to-neutral or phase-to-phase voltages in the first three voltage channels (or two first voltage channels in the 2LL+U3+U4 mode).
  • Page 175 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.11 - 125. Example of the block setting operation. Read-only parameters The relay's Info page displays useful, real-time information on the state of the protection function. It is accessed either through the relay's HMI display, or through the setting tool software when it is connected to the relay and its Live Edit mode is active.
  • Page 176 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Function blocking The block signal is checked in the beginning of each program cycle. The blocking signal is received from the blocking matrix in the function's dedicated input. If the blocking signal is not activated when the pick-up element activates, a START signal is generated and the function proceeds to the time characteristics calculation.
  • Page 177 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.3.11 - 112. Setting parameters for operating time characteristics. Name Range Step Default Description Selection of the delay type time counter. The selection possibilities are 1: DT Delay type 1: DT dependent (IDMT, Inverse Definite Minimum Time) and independent 2: IDMT...
  • Page 178 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Event number Event channel Event block name Event code Description 5697 Start OFF 5698 Trip ON 5699 Trip OFF 5700 Block ON 5701 Block OFF 5702 Undervoltage Block ON 5703 Undervoltage Block OFF 5760 Start ON...
  • Page 179: Neutral Overvoltage Protection (U0>; 59N)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.3.11 - 115. Register content. Event Fault Pre-trig Fault Pre-fault Trip time Date and time Used SG code type voltage voltage voltage remaining Setting A…A- dd.mm.yyyy 5696-5895 Start average Trip -20ms Start -200ms 0 ms...1800s...
  • Page 180 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.12 - 128. Close-distance short-circuit between phases 1 and 3. The monitored voltage magnitudes are equal to RMS values. The blocking signal and the setting group selection control the operating characteristics of the function during normal operation, i.e. the user or user-defined logic can change function parameters while the function is running.
  • Page 181 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.12 - 129. Simplified function block diagram of the U0> function. Measured input The function block uses analog voltage measurement values. The function block uses RMS values. A -20 ms averaged value of the selected magnitude is used for pre-fault data registering. Table.
  • Page 182 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Read-only parameters The relay's Info page displays useful, real-time information on the state of the protection function. It is accessed either through the relay's HMI display, or through the setting tool software when it is connected to the relay and its Live Edit mode is active.
  • Page 183 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 • Definite time operation (DT): gives the TRIP signal after a user-defined time delay regardless of the measured or calculated voltage as long as the voltage is above the U value and thus the pick-up element is active (independent time characteristics).
  • Page 184 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Default Description Continue time Time calculation characteristics selection. If activated, the operating time calculation 1: No 1: No counter continues until a set release time has passed even if the pick-up during 2: Yes element is reset.
  • Page 185: Sequence Voltage Protection (U1/U2>/<; 47/27P/59Pn)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Event number Event channel Event block name Event code Description 6147 NOV4 Trip OFF 6148 NOV4 Block ON 6149 NOV4 Block OFF The function registers its operation into the last twelve (12) time-stamped registers; this information is available for all provided instances separately.
  • Page 186 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.13 - 130. Normal situation. Figure. 5.3.13 - 131. Earth fault in an isolated network. Figure. 5.3.13 - 132. Close-distance short-circuit between phases 1 and 3. Negative sequence voltage calculation Below is the formula for symmetric component calculation (and therefore to negative sequence voltage calculation).
  • Page 187 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.13 - 133. Normal situation. Figure. 5.3.13 - 134. Earth fault in isolated network. Figure. 5.3.13 - 135. Close-distance short-circuit between phases 1 and 3. The sequence voltage function uses a total of eight (8) separate setting groups which can be selected from one common source.
  • Page 188 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 • digital inputs and logic signals • measured and pre-processed voltage magnitudes. The function outputs the START, TRIP and BLOCKED signals which can be used for direct I/O controlling and user logic programming. The function generates general time-stamped ON/OFF events to the common event buffer from each of the three (3) output signal.
  • Page 189 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.3.13 - 123. Measured magnitude selection. Name Description Range Default 1: U1 Positive sequence Measured Selects which calculated voltage is voltage 1: U1 Positive magnitude supervised. 2: U2 Negative sequence sequence voltage voltage In RMS values the pre-fault condition is presented with 20 ms averaged history value from -20 ms of...
  • Page 190 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.13 - 137. Example of the block setting operation. Read-only parameters The relay's Info page displays useful, real-time information on the state of the protection function. It is accessed either through the relay's HMI display, or through the setting tool software when it is connected to the relay and its Live Edit mode is active.
  • Page 191 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The variables the user can set are binary signals from the system. The blocking signal needs to reach the device minimum of 5 ms before the set operating delay has passed in order for the blocking to activate in time.
  • Page 192 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.3.13 - 127. Setting parameters for reset time characteristics. Name Range Step Default Description Resetting time. Time allowed between pick-ups if the pick-up has not led Release 0.000…150.000s 0.005s 0.06s to a trip operation.
  • Page 193: Overfrequency And Underfrequency Protection (F>/<; 81O/81U)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Event number Event channel Event block name Event code Description 8449 VUB3 Start OFF 8450 VUB3 Trip ON 8451 VUB3 Trip OFF 8452 VUB3 Block ON 8453 VUB3 Block OFF 8512 VUB4 Start ON...
  • Page 194 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The function can operate on instant or time-delayed mode. The operational logic consists of the following: • input magnitude processing • threshold comparator • two block signal check • time delay characteristics •...
  • Page 195 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.14 - 139. Simplified function block diagram of the f< function. Measured input The frequency protection function compares the measured frequency to the pick-up setting (given in Hz). The source of the measured frequency depends on the user-defined tracking reference which can be chosen from the Frequency tab of the Measurement menu.
  • Page 196 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Description Range Step Default fset< fset<< Pick-up setting 5.00…75.00Hz 0.01Hz 49Hz fset<<< fset<<<< f> operating time f>> operating time f>>> operating time f>>>> operating time Operation time 0.000...1800.00s 0.005s 0.1s f<...
  • Page 197 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The blocking signal can also be tested in the commissioning phase by a software switch signal when the relay's testing mode "Enable stage forcing" is activated ( General → Device ). The variables the user can set are binary signals from the system.
  • Page 198: Rate-Of-Change Of Frequency (Df/Dt>/<; 81R)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Event number Event channel Event block name Event code Description 6363 FRQV1 f<<< Trip OFF 6364 FRQV1 f<<<< Start ON 6365 FRQV1 f<<<< Start OFF 6366 FRQV1 f<<<< Trip ON 6367 FRQV1 f<<<<...
  • Page 199 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.15 - 140. Operation of the df/dt>/< function when the frequency starts but doesn’t trip. The figure above presents an example of the df/dt>/< function's operation when the frequency is decreasing.
  • Page 200 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 • measured and pre-processed frequency magnitudes. The function outputs the START, TRIP and BLOCKED signals which can be used for direct I/O controlling and user logic programming. The function generates general time-stamped ON/OFF events to the common event buffer from each of the three (3) output signals.
  • Page 201 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Description Range Step Default df/dt>/< (1…8) 0: No used in setting Enables the protection stage in setting group. 0: No 1: Yes group Defines the operation mode of the protection stage. In "Rising" 0: Rising df/dt>/<...
  • Page 202 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Function blocking The block signal is checked in the beginning of each program cycle. The blocking signal is received from the blocking matrix in the function's dedicated input. If the blocking signal is not activated when the pick-up element activates, a START signal is generated and the function proceeds to the time characteristics calculation.
  • Page 203 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Event number Event channel Event block name Event code Description 6609 DFT1 df/dt>/< (5) Start OFF 6610 DFT1 df/dt>/< (5) Trip ON 6611 DFT1 df/dt>/< (5) Trip OFF 6612 DFT1 df/dt>/<...
  • Page 204: Overpower Protection (P>; 32O)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 5.3.16 Overpower protection (P>; 32O) The overpower function is used for instant and time-delayed active over-power protection. In applications like feeder, generator and motor protection this function is used to detect overload situations by measuring three-phase active power.
  • Page 205 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.16 - 143. Simplified function block diagram of the P> function. Measured input The function block uses three-phase active power values. A -20 ms averaged value of the selected magnitude is used for pre-fault data registering.
  • Page 206 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.3.16 - 142. Information displayed by the function. Name Range Step Description 0: Normal 1: Start P> condition Displays the status of the protection function. 2: Trip 3: Blocked Expected operating 0.000...1800.000s...
  • Page 207: Underpower Protection (P<; 32U)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.3.16 - 143. Event codes. Event number Event channel Event block name Event code Description 6400 OPW1 Start ON 6401 OPW1 Start OFF 6402 OPW1 Trip ON 6403 OPW1 Trip OFF 6404 OPW1...
  • Page 208 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 • input magnitude selection • input magnitude processing • threshold comparator • two block signal check • time delay characteristics • output processing. The inputs for the function are the following: •...
  • Page 209 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Pick-up The P < setting parameter controls the pick-up of the P< function. This defines the maximum allowed measured three-phase active power before action from the function. The function constantly calculates the ratio between the P <...
  • Page 210 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Function blocking The block signal is checked in the beginning of each program cycle. The blocking signal is received from the blocking matrix in the function's dedicated input. If the blocking signal is not activated when the pick-up element activates, a START signal is generated and the function proceeds to the time characteristics calculation.
  • Page 211: Reverse Power Protection (Pr; 32R)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.3.17 - 149. Register content. Event Trigger Pre-fault Trip time Date and time Fault power Used SG code power power remaining dd.mm.yyyy 6464-6469 Start average Trip -20ms Start -200ms Setting groups 0 ms...1800s hh:mm:ss.mss...
  • Page 212 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The function outputs the START, TRIP and BLOCKED signals which can be used for direct I/O controlling and user logic programming. The function generates general time-stamped ON/OFF events to the common event buffer from each of the three (3) output signals. In the instant operating mode the function outputs START and TRIP events simultaneously with an equivalent time stamp.
  • Page 213 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Read-only parameters The relay's Info page displays useful, real-time information on the state of the protection function. It is accessed either through the relay's HMI display, or through the setting tool software when it is connected to the relay and its Live Edit mode is active.
  • Page 214: Motor Status Monitoring

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.3.18 - 153. Event codes. Event number Event channel Event block name Event code Description 6528 RPW1 Start ON 6529 RPW1 Start OFF 6530 RPW1 Trip ON 6531 RPW1 Trip OFF 6532 RPW1...
  • Page 215 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.19 - 149. Simplified function block diagram of the motor status monitoring function. The function's outputs are dependent on the motor data the user has set. The following two diagram present the function's outputs in various situations.
  • Page 216 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The Mo Mot t or st or stopped opped signal is activated when the current is below the “No load current” limit for longer than 10 ms. When the current increases from this status to above the “Start detect current” setting, a start of the motor is detected and the Mo Mot t or star or starting...
  • Page 217 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.19 - 152. Blocking application in the relay configuration. In the example above, problems may arise if, during the start-up of a motor, a short-circuit fault occurs while the overcurrent stage is blocked. This may make the fault clearing take longer as the relay still considers the situation part of starting.
  • Page 218 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Picture 2 (bottom left). The LOGIC_OUT1 signal is connected to the I> blocking input (NOC1, first stage overcurrent) function to block the stage in motor start-ups. Picture 3 (right). The high overcurrent detection signal can also be directly connected to the output relay.
  • Page 219 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Protection Name Range Step Default Description functions - Motor status monitoring - Machine thermal overload The motor's locked rotor current with the nominal Nominal protection voltage. This setting is used for automatic curve 0.1…40.0xI 0.1xI 6.0xI...
  • Page 220 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Protection Name Range Step Default Description functions - Motor status monitoring - Machine thermal Maximum locked rotor current of the motor. This overload setting defines the current limit which is maximum protection current for the motor to draw in locked rotor situation Max locked...
  • Page 221 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Protection Name Range Step Default Description functions - Motor status monitoring - Machine thermal No load 0.1...5000A 0.1A overload The motor's no load current in amperes. current < A protection (Tm>;...
  • Page 222 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Protection Name Range Step Default Description functions - Motor status monitoring - Frequent start protection (N>; 48) - Machine The safe stall time when the motor is hot. This setting thermal Safe stall time value is used for the hot thermal stall curve selection in...
  • Page 223 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Default Description 0: Not active The Mo Mot t or stalled or stalled signal is active when the measured current exceeds the "Max Motor 0: Not stalled active overload current"...
  • Page 224: Motor Start/ Locked Rotor Monitoring (Ist>; 48/14)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The function registers its operation into the last twelve (12) time-stamped registers. The table below presents the structure of the function's register content. Table. 5.3.19 - 158. Register content. Event Date and time L1 current L2 current...
  • Page 225 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.20 - 154. Simplified function block diagram of the motor start/ locked rotor monitoring function. A recommended setup for this function is for the I t mode to be used in starting; if motor running/ locked rotor situations at times occur in some parts of the duty cycle during normal use, the locked rotor protection must also be applied.
  • Page 226 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.20 - 155. Outputs in normal motor start, no speed switch. The Ist> function should be set so that it takes into account the application's required starting time for a normal motor start.
  • Page 227 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.20 - 156. Outputs when motor starting takes too long, no speed switch. There are many reasons why the motor starting takes too long. These include problems in the drive or in the application.
  • Page 228 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.20 - 157. Outputs in long motor starting, with a speed switch. The speed switch is also useful when the motor start is naturally very long due to a high accelerating mass.
  • Page 229 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.20 - 158. Outputs when motor starting takes too long, with a speed switch. If the starting condition lasts longer than the safe stall time that has been set, the function trips the breaker.
  • Page 230 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.20 - 159. Motor stall monitoring. Settings and signals The settings of the motor start/locked rotor monitoring function are mostly shared with other motor protection functions in the device's motor module. The following table shows the motor data settings of the Ist>...
  • Page 231 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Protection Name Range Step Default Description functions - Motor status monitoring - Machine thermal overload protection (Tm>; 49M) Motor In - Motor start 0.1...5000A 0.1A The motor's nominal current in amperes. monitoring (Ist>;...
  • Page 232 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Protection Name Range Step Default Description functions - Motor status monitoring - Machine thermal overload protection The motor's minimum locked rotor current. This setting locked (Tm>; 49M) defines the current limit for when this current is exceeded 0.1…40.0xI 0.1xI 3.5xI...
  • Page 233 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Protection Name Range Step Default Description functions - Motor status monitoring - Machine thermal overload The motor's maximum overload current. Exceeding this protection setting stalls the motor. This setting defines when the thermal (Tm>;...
  • Page 234 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Protection Name Range Step Default Description functions - Motor status monitoring - Frequent start protection (N>; - Machine thermal The safe stall time when the motor is hot. This setting value is Safe stall overload used for the hot thermal stall curve selection in automatic...
  • Page 235: Frequent Start Protection (N>; 66)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Events and registers The motor start/locked rotor monitoring function (abbreviated "LCR" in event block names) generates events from the detected motor status. The data register is available, based on the changes in the events.
  • Page 236 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The frequent start protection function in a motor protection module operates with the motor status monitoring function and follows the motor data set there. Motor starting is monitored internally (MST signal out) in the N>...
  • Page 237 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.21 - 161. Updating the function's start counter (image not to scale with regard to time). In the example above the motor is allowed four starts within a specific time frame ( t ): the motor is started four times and the counter is updated accordingly.
  • Page 238 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.21 - 162. Updating the starts counter when thermal hot and cold status taken into consideration. If a motor's thermal load is monitored, a correct number of starts can be allowed for the motor when the device can update the available starts online and precisely monitor the motor's status.
  • Page 239 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.3.21 - 163. Motor data settings. Protection Name Range Step Default Description functions - Motor status monitoring - Frequent start protection Setting the motor's thermal limit in a hot or a cold situation. When (N>;...
  • Page 240 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Protection Name Range Step Default Description functions - Motor status Starts monitoring when 1…100 - Frequent The number of allowed starts per x hours for a hot motor. start protection (N>;...
  • Page 241: Non-Directional Undercurrent Protection (I<; 37)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.3.21 - 166. Register content. Time since last Date and time Event code Inhibit time on Start count start dd.mm.yyyy 3584-3589 If on, it shows how long the Time elapsed from last Starts used at the hh:mm:ss.mss Descr.
  • Page 242 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.22 - 163. Simplified function block diagram of the I< function. Measured input The function block uses analog current measurement values and uses RMS phase current measurements. A -20 ms averaged value of the selected magnitude is used for pre-fault data registering.
  • Page 243 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.3.22 - 168. Motor data settings. Protection Name Range Step Default Description functions - Motor status monitoring - Machine thermal overload protection (Tm>; 49M) The motor's nominal current scaled to per unit. If the user selects Motor In 0.1...
  • Page 244 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Operating time characteristics for trip and reset This function supports definite time delay (DT). For detailed information on these delay types please refer to the chapter "General properties of a protection function" and its section "Operating time characteristics for trip and reset".
  • Page 245: Mechanical Jam Protection (Im>; 51M)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Event number Event channel Event block name Event code Description 3843 NUC1 Trip OFF 3844 NUC1 Block ON 3845 NUC1 Block OFF The function registers its operation into the last twelve (12) time-stamped registers. The register of the function records the ON event process data for START, TRIP or BLOCKED.
  • Page 246 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.23 - 164. Simplified function block diagram of the Im> function. Measured input The function block uses analog current measurement values and uses RMS phase current measurements. A -20 ms averaged value of the selected magnitude is used for pre-fault data registering.
  • Page 247 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.3.23 - 174. Motor data settings. Name Range Step Default Prot.funcs. Description - Motor status monitoring - Machine thermal overload protection (Tm>; 49M) The motor's nominal current scaled to per unit. If the user Motor In 0.1...
  • Page 248 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Default Prot.funcs. Description - Motor status monitoring - Machine thermal overload The motor's minimum locked rotor current. This setting defines locked protection the current limit for when this current is exceeded while the 0.1…40.0xI 0.1xI 3.5xI...
  • Page 249 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Default Prot.funcs. Description - Motor status monitoring - Machine thermal The motor's maximum overload current. Exceeding this setting overload stalls the motor. This setting defines when the thermal replica protection 0.1…40.0xI 0.1xI...
  • Page 250 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Default Prot.funcs. Description - Motor status monitoring - Frequent start protection The safe stall time when the motor is hot. This setting value is (N>; 48) Safe stall used for the hot thermal stall curve selection in automatic 0.1…600.0s 0.1s...
  • Page 251 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Function blocking The block signal is checked in the beginning of each program cycle. The blocking signal is received from the blocking matrix in the function's dedicated input. If the blocking signal is not activated when the pick-up element activates, a START signal is generated and the function proceeds to the time characteristics calculation.
  • Page 252: Power Factor Protection (Pf<; 55)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 5.3.24 Power factor protection (PF<; 55) The power factor protection function is the ratio of active power to apparent power (cos φ = P/S). In a fully resistive load the power factor is 1.00. In partially inductive loads the power factor is under 1.00. Power factor protection cannot detect a power factor value that is too low.
  • Page 253 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 • digital inputs and logic signals • measured and pre-processed current magnitudes. The function outputs the ALARM START, ALARM, START, TRIP and BLOCKED signals which can be used for direct I/O controlling and user logic programming. The function generates general time- stamped ON/OFF events to the common event buffer from each of the five (5) output signals.
  • Page 254 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.3.24 - 180. Pick-up settings. Name Description Range Step Default 0: Trips 1: Trips Available modes Enables or disables alarming. 1: Trips and alarms alarms Pick-up setting PF< Pick-up setting for tripping 0.05…0.99 0.01 (lead or lag) Trip Pick-up setting PF<...
  • Page 255 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The blocking of the function causes an HMI display event and a time-stamped blocking event with information of the startup current values and its fault type to be issued. The blocking signal can also be tested in the commissioning phase by a software switch signal when the relay's testing mode "Enable stage forcing"...
  • Page 256: Machine Thermal Overload Protection (Tm>; 49M)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 5.3.25 Machine thermal overload protection (TM>; 49M) The thermal overload protection function for machines is used for the thermal capacity monitoring and protection of electric machines like synchronous and asynchronous motors and generators. This function can also be used for any applications with single or multiple time constansts, such as inductor chokes, certain types of transformers and any other static units which do not have active cooling apart from cables and overhead lines.
  • Page 257 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.25 - 168. Short time constant thermal image calculation. Where: • θ = Thermal image status in a previous calculation cycle (the memory of the function) • I = (see below) •...
  • Page 258 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.25 - 169. Thermal image calculation with nominal conditions: single time constant thermal replica. The described behavior is based on the assumption that the monitored object has a homogenous body which generates and dissipates heat with a rate proportional to the temperature rise caused by the current squared.
  • Page 259 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 • t = Measured (set) ambient temperature (can be set in ̊ C or ̊ F ) • t = Maximum temperature (can be set in ̊ C or ̊ F ) for the protected object •...
  • Page 260 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.25 - 171. Ambient temperature coefficient calculation (linear approximation, indefinite points). As mentioned in the previous diagram, the reference temperature for electric machines usually is +40 ̊ C ; this gives a correction coefficient of 1.00 which can be referred to as the nominal temperature in this case.
  • Page 261 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.25 - 172. Factors affecting the cooling and current-carrying capacity of a cable. The current-carrying capacity of a cable mostly depends on the conductor's material and its diameter. The second most important factor is the cable's insulating material and how much it can withstand temperature.
  • Page 262 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 • the rotor: rotates, its shaft used as a power outlet for the motor (drive end), • the stator: generates the electromagnetic field which induces into the rotor and makes it rotate (hence the name "induction motor"), •...
  • Page 263 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 When the motor is energized the stator generates a magnetic field which induces a voltage to the squirrel cage rotor. While the rotor is not yet rotating, the induced voltage and the current it causes are at maximum in the rotor.
  • Page 264 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Once the motor has started and is running with or without a load, the heat generation is switched between the rotor and the stator. When the rotor's rotating is within the range of the nominal slip, the magnetic fields of the rotor and the stator "cut"...
  • Page 265 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 If the motor is overloaded, the stator winding starts to heat up according to its heating time constant. If the overload is not released in time, it can lead to the melting of the stator's winding insulations which in turn leads to a short-circuit;...
  • Page 266 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.25 - 174. Running motor's temperature with thermal image camera. Measuring the rotor's temperature is very complicated due to its rotating nature. This is why normally there are no measurements available and why the protection of the rotor always requires a calculated thermal image.
  • Page 267 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.25 - 175. Measured motor temperature in heating/cooling test.
  • Page 268 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.25 - 176. Matching thermal replicas to the measured thermal capacity of the motor. As can be seen in the figures above, when the motor is loaded with a constant current both of the replicas (single and dual time constant) follow the motor heating quite accurately.
  • Page 269 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.25 - 177. Example of thermal limit curves in a motor. From motor thermal limit curves –if available– one can see the time constants for overloading as well as the safe stall times for hot and cold situations.
  • Page 270 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.25 - 178. Comparing single time constant thermal replica tripping curves to given motor thermal characteristics.
  • Page 271 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.25 - 179. Comparing dual time constant thermal replica tripping curves to given motor thermal characteristics. As the figures above have shown, with estimated time constants from the motor thermal limit curves the single time constant model underprotects the motor in the stall condition when the motor is cold.
  • Page 272 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.25 - 180. Thermal tripping curves with single time constant, pre-load 0% (cold). Figure. 5.3.25 - 181. Thermal tripping curves with single time constant, pre-load 90% (hot).
  • Page 273 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.25 - 182. Thermal tripping curves with dual dynamic time constants and correction factor, pre-load 0% (cold) Figure. 5.3.25 - 183. Thermal tripping curves with dual dynamic time constants and correction factor, pre-load 90% (hot).
  • Page 274 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.25 - 184. Thermal cooling curves, single cooling time constant. Figure. 5.3.25 - 185. Thermal cooling curves, dynamic dual time constant.
  • Page 275 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.25 - 186. Thermal cooling curves, dynamic triple time constant (motor is running without load in the first part with dedicated time constant). Figure. 5.3.25 - 187. NPS-biased thermal trip curves with k value of 1.
  • Page 276 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.25 - 188. NPS-biased thermal trip curves with k value of 3. Figure. 5.3.25 - 189. NPS-biased thermal trip curves with k value of 7.
  • Page 277 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.25 - 190. NPS-biased thermal trip curves with k value of 10. Function inputs and outputs The blocking signal and the setting group selection control the operating characteristics of the function during normal operation, i.e.
  • Page 278 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.25 - 191. Simplified function block diagram of the TM> function. Measured input The function block uses analog phase current measurement values. The function block uses TRMS values from the whole harmonic specter of 32 components. Table.
  • Page 279 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.3.25 - 188. Settings of the motor status monitoring function and how they are shared by other protection functions. Name Range Step Default Prot.funcs. Description - motor status monitoring - machine thermal overload...
  • Page 280 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Default Prot.funcs. Description - motor status monitoring - machine thermal overload protection The motor's minimum locked rotor current. This setting locked (TM>; 49M) defines the current limit for when this current is exceeded 0.1…40.0xI 0.1xI 3.5xI...
  • Page 281 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Default Prot.funcs. Description - motor status monitoring - machine thermal overload The motor's maximum overload current. Exceeding this protection setting stalls the motor. This setting defines when the (TM>;...
  • Page 282 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Default Prot.funcs. Description - motor status monitoring - frequent start protection (N>) Setting the thermal limit for a hot motor and a cold motor. - machine When this setting value is not exceeded while a locked thermal rotor situation occurs, the function uses a cold stall curve overload...
  • Page 283 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Default Description The selection of whether the thermal replica uses single or multiple heating Time 0: Single and cooling time constants. If "Single" is selected, only the time constants 0: Single constants 1: Multiple...
  • Page 284 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Default Description The correction factor between the currently used long and short time constants. With this setting the heating and cooling calculations can be fine-tuned. A setting value of 0.5 means that 50 % of the heating or cooling Wf factor calculation is based on the long time constant and another 50 % is based for L/S T...
  • Page 285 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Default Description The temperature reference setting. The manufacturer's temperature Temp. presumptions apply and the thermal correction factor is 1.00 (rated reference -60…500 temperature). For underground cables the set value for this is usually 15 ̊ C 15 deg (tref) and for cables in the air it is usually 25 ̊...
  • Page 286 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Default Description Enable TM> 0: Disabled Disabled Enabling/disabling the INHIBIT signal and the IO. Rest 1: Enabled Inhibit TM> Inhibit 0.0…150.0 % 80 % INHIBIT activation threshold. level TM>...
  • Page 287 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Description 0: Stopped 1: Stalled The function's thermal image status. When the measured current is below 1 % of the nominal 2: Just current, the status "Light/No load" is shown. When the measured current is below the trip limit, Stopped the status "Load normal"...
  • Page 288 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Description / values - TM> Trip delay remaining: the time to reach 100% theta - TM> Trip time to rel.: the time to reach theta while staying below the trip limit during cooling - TM>...
  • Page 289: Resistance Temperature Detectors

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Description Event code 4352-4361 Descr. Time to reach 100 % theta seconds Ref. T current Active meas. current T at a given moment Max. temp. rise allowed degrees Temp. rise at a given moment degrees Hot spot estimate degrees...
  • Page 290 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Setting up an RTD measurement, the user first needs to set the measurement module to scan the wanted RTD elements. A multitude of Modbus-based modules are supported. Communication requires bitrate, databits, parity, stopbits and Modbus I/O protocol to be set; this is done at Communication → Connections .
  • Page 291 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Settings Table. 5.3.26 - 197. Function settings for Channel x (Sx). Name Range Step Default Description 0: No Enables/disables the selecion of sensor S1...S16 enable 0: No 1: Yes measurements and alarms. 0: InternalRTD1 Selects the measurement module.
  • Page 292 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The events triggered by the function are recorded with a time stamp and with process data values. The function registers its operation into the last twelve (12) time-stamped registers. Table. 5.3.26 - 198. Event codes. Event number Event channel Event block name...
  • Page 293 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Event number Event channel Event block name Event code Description 4451 RTD1 S9 Alarm2 OFF 4452 RTD1 S10 Alarm1 ON 4453 RTD1 S10 Alarm1 OFF 4454 RTD1 S10 Alarm2 ON 4455 RTD1 S10 Alarm2 OFF...
  • Page 294: Arc Fault Protection (Iarc>/I0Arc>; 50Arc/50Narc)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Event number Event channel Event block name Event code Description 4489 RTD2 S5 Meas Invalid 4490 RTD2 S6 Meas Ok 4491 RTD2 S6 Meas Invalid 4492 RTD2 S7 Meas Ok 4493 RTD2 S7 Meas Invalid...
  • Page 295 The arc protection card has four (4) sensor channels, and up to three (3) arc point sensors can be connected to each channel. The sensor channels support Arcteq AQ-01 (light sensing) and AQ-02 (pressure and light sensing) units. Optionally, the protection function can also be applied with a phase current or a residual current condition: the function trips only if the light and overcurrent conditions are met.
  • Page 296 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Outputs Activation condition I/I0 Arc> Ph. curr. START The measured phase current or the residual current is over the set limit. I/I0 Arc> Res. curr. START I/I0 Arc> Ph. curr. BLOCKED The phase current or the residual current measurement is blocked by an input.
  • Page 297 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.27 - 194. Scheme IA1 (with AQ-101 arc protection relays). To set the zones for the AQ-2xx models sensor channels start by enabling the protected zones (in this case, Zones 1 and 2). Then define which sensor channels are sensing which zones (in this case, sensor channels S1 and S2 are protecting Zone 1).
  • Page 298 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.3.27 - 195. Scheme IA1 (with AQ-200 protection relays). The settings for the relay supervising the incoming feeder are the same as in the first example. The relays supervising the busbar and the outgoing feeder, however, have a different setting. Both Zones 2 and 3 need to be enabled as there are sensors connected to both Zone 2 and 3 starts.
  • Page 299 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 General settings The following general settings define the general behavior of the function. These settings are static i.e. it is not possible to change them by editing the setting group. Table.
  • Page 300 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Description Range Step Default Zone1/2/3/4 Light 1 0: Disabled Light detected in sensor channel 1 trips the zone. Enabled 1: Enabled Disabled Zone1/2/3/4 Light 2 0: Disabled Light detected in sensor channel 2 trips the zone. Enabled 1: Enabled Disabled...
  • Page 301 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Function blocking The block signal is checked in the beginning of each program cycle. The blocking signal is received from the blocking matrix in the function's dedicated input. If the blocking signal is not activated when the pick-up element activates, a TRIP signal is generated.
  • Page 302 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Event number Event channel Event block name Event code Description 4755 ARC1 Phase current Start OFF 4756 ARC1 Residual current Blocked ON 4757 ARC1 Residual current Blocked OFF 4758 ARC1 Residual current Start ON 4759 ARC1...
  • Page 303: Programmable Stage (Pgx>/<; 99)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.3.27 - 204. Register content. Event Phase A Phase B Phase C Residual Active Date and time Used SG code current current current current sensors dd.mm.yyyy 4736-4787 Trip -20ms Trip -20ms Trip -20ms Trip -20ms...
  • Page 304 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Setting up programmable stages Programmable stages can be set to follow one, two or three analog measurements with the PSx >/< Measurement setting parameter. The user must choose a measurement signal value to be compared to the set value, and possibly also set a scaling for the signal.
  • Page 305 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Mode Description Either of the chosen signals has to fulfill the pick-up condition. Both signals have their own pick-up 4: Mag1 OR Mag2 setting. Both of the chosen signals have to fulfill the pick-up condition. Both signals have their own pick-up 5: Mag1 AND Mag2 setting.
  • Page 306 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Mode Description 4: Mag1 AND Mag2 AND All of the signals need to fulfill the pick-up condition. Each signal has their own pick-up Mag3 setting. 5: (Mag1 OR Mag2) AND Signals 1 OR 2 AND 3 need to fulfill the pick-up condition.
  • Page 307 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 When setting the comparators, the user must first choose a comparator mode. The following modes are available: Mode Description 0: Over G G r r ea eat t er than er than.
  • Page 308 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Description IL1 15 IL1 15 harmonic value (in p.u.) IL1 17 IL1 17 harmonic value (in p.u.) IL1 19 IL1 19 harmonic value (in p.u.) Description IL2 ff (p.u.) IL2 Fundamental frequency RMS value (in p.u.) IL2 2 IL2 2 harmonic value (in p.u.)
  • Page 309 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Description I01 5 I01 5 harmonic value (in p.u.) I01 7 I01 7 harmonic value (in p.u.) I01 9 I01 9 harmonic value (in p.u.) I01 11 I01 11 harmonic value (in p.u.) I01 13 I01 13 harmonic value (in p.u.)
  • Page 310 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Description I02 Ang I02 angle of current I0CALC Ang Angle of calculated residual current I1 Ang Angle of positive sequence current I2 Ang Angle of negative sequence current I01ResP I01 primary current of a current-resistive component I01CapP I01 primary current of a current-capacitive component I01ResS...
  • Page 311 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Description S3PH Three-phase apparent power S (kVA) P3PH Three-phase active power P (kW) Q3PH Three-phase reactive power Q (kvar) tanfi3PH Three-phase active power direction cosfi3PH Three-phase reactive power direction Apparent power L1 S (kVA) Active power L1 P (kW) Reactive power L1 Q (kVar)
  • Page 312 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Description Z12Sec Impedance Z L12 secondary (Ω) Z23Sec Impedance Z L23 secondary (Ω) Z31Sec Impedance Z L31 secondary (Ω) Z12Angle Impedance Z L12 angle Z23Angle Impedance Z L23 angle Z31Angle Impedance Z L31 angle RL1Pri...
  • Page 313 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Description GL3Pri Conductance G L3 primary (mS) BL3Pri Susceptance B L3 primary (mS) GL1Sec Conductance G L1 secondary (mS) BL1Sec Susceptance B L1 secondary (mS) GL2Sec Conductance G L2 secondary (mS) BL2Sec Susceptance B L2 secondary (mS) GL3Sec...
  • Page 314 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The outputs of the function are the START, TRIP and BLOCKED signals. The overvoltage function uses a total of eight (8) separate setting groups which can be selected from one common source. The function can operate on instant or time-delayed mode.
  • Page 315 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The blocking of the function causes an HMI display event and a time-stamped blocking event with information of the startup values of the selected signal and its fault type to be issued. The blocking signal can also be tested in the commissioning phase by a software switch signal when the relay's testing mode "Enable stage forcing"...
  • Page 316 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Event number Event channel Event block name Event code Description 8601 PGS1 PS5 >/< Start OFF 8602 PGS1 PS5 >/< Trip ON 8603 PGS1 PS5 >/< Trip OFF 8604 PGS1 PS5 >/<...
  • Page 317: Voltage Memory

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The function registers its operation into the last twelve (12) time-stamped registers. The register of the function records the ON event process data for START, TRIP or BLOCKED. The table below presents the structure of the function's register content.
  • Page 318 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Voltage memory activates when the above-mentioned criteria are met. Voltage memory uses the "VMEM activation voltage" parameter as voltage amplitude even when the actual measured voltage has decreased below it or close to zero. The angle used by this function is the one captured the moment before the fault occurred and voltage memory was activated.
  • Page 319 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Signal Description Time base RMS measurement of voltage U RMS measurement of voltage U Voltage measurement modes 3LN and 3LL use three voltage inputs: channels U and U . When the voltage mode is set to 2LL, only two channels (U and U ) are in use, and the memory is based on...
  • Page 320: Control Functions

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Events The voltage memory function (abbreviated "M1VT" in event block names) generates events from the status changes in various activities. The user can select which event messages are stored in the main event buffer: ON, OFF, or both.
  • Page 321 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.4.1 - 199. Simplified function block diagram of the setting group selection function. Setting group selection can be applied to each of the setting groups individually by activating one of the various internal logic inputs and connected digital inputs.
  • Page 322 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Settings and signals The settings of the setting group control function include the active setting group selection, the forced setting group selection, the enabling (or disabling) of the forced change, the selection of the number of active setting groups in the application, as well as the selection of the setting group changed remotely.
  • Page 323 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Default Description 0: Not Setting The selection of Setting group 2 ("SG2"). Has the second highest priority input in setting active 0: Not group group control. Can be controlled with pulses or static signals. If static signal active control is applied, no requests with a lower priority than SG1 will be processed.
  • Page 324 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.4.1 - 201. Setting group control – one-wire connection from Petersen coil status. Depending on the application's requirements, the setting group control can be applied either with a one-wire connection or with a two-wire connection by monitoring the state of the Petersen coil connection.
  • Page 325 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.4.1 - 202. Setting group control – two-wire connection from Petersen coil status.
  • Page 326 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.4.1 - 203. Setting group control – two-wire connection from Petersen coil status with additional logic. The images above depict a two-wire connection from the Petersen coil: the two images at the top show a direct connection, while the two images on the bottom include additional logic.
  • Page 327 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.4.1 - 204. Entirely application-controlled setting group change with the cold load pick-up function. In these examples the cold load pick-up function's output is used for the automatic setting group change.
  • Page 328 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Event number Event channel Event block name Event code Description 4168 SG6 Enabled 4169 SG6 Disabled 4170 SG7 Enabled 4171 SG7 Disabled 4172 SG8 Enabled 4173 SG8 Disabled 4174 SG1 Request ON 4175 SG1 Request OFF 4176...
  • Page 329: Object Control And Monitoring

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Event number Event channel Event block name Event code Description 4206 SG3 Active ON 4207 SG3 Active OFF 4208 SG4 Active ON 4209 SG4 Active OFF 4210 SG5 Active ON 4211 SG5 Active OFF 4212...
  • Page 330 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The function generates general time stamped ON/OFF events to the common event buffer from each of the two (2) output signals as well as several operational event signals. The time stamp resolution is 1 ms.
  • Page 331 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Default Description 0: Open Blocked 1: Open Allowed 2: Close Additional Blocked status 3: Close Displays additional information about the status of the object. information Allowed 4: Object Ready 5: Object Not Ready 6: Sync Ok...
  • Page 332 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.4.2 - 215. I/O. Signal Range Description Digital input or other logical Objectx Open input A link to a physical digital input. The monitored object's OPEN status. "1" refers signal selected ("Objectx Open Status to the active open state of the monitored object.
  • Page 333 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Default Description Maximum Open Determines the maximum length for a Open pulse from the output relay to the 0.02…500.00 0.02 command 0.2 s controlled object. If the object operates faster than this set time, the control pulse pulse is reset and a status change is detected.
  • Page 334 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.4.2 - 206. Example of an interlock application. In order for the blocking signal to be received on time, it has to reach the function 5 ms before the control command.
  • Page 335 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.4.2 - 218. Event codes of the OBJ function instances 1 – 5. Event Number Event channel Event block name Event Code Description 2944 OBJ1 Object Intermediate 2945 OBJ1 Object Open 2946 OBJ1...
  • Page 336 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Event Number Event channel Event block name Event Code Description 3017 OBJ2 Open Request OFF 3018 OBJ2 Open Command ON 3019 OBJ2 Open Command OFF 3020 OBJ2 Close Request ON 3021 OBJ2 Close Request OFF...
  • Page 337 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Event Number Event channel Event block name Event Code Description 3091 OBJ3 Close Blocked OFF 3092 OBJ3 Object Ready 3093 OBJ3 Object Not Ready 3094 OBJ3 Sync Ok 3095 OBJ3 Sync Not Ok 3096 OBJ3...
  • Page 338 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Event Number Event channel Event block name Event Code Description 3201 OBJ5 Object Open 3202 OBJ5 Object Close 3203 OBJ5 Object Bad 3204 OBJ5 WD Intermediate 3205 OBJ5 WD Out 3206 OBJ5 WD In...
  • Page 339: Indicator Object Monitoring

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Description Close fail The cause of a "Close" command's failure. Open command The source of an "Open" command. Close command The source of an "Open" command. General status The general status of the function. 5.4.3 Indicator object monitoring The indicator object monitoring function takes care of the status monitoring of disconnectors.
  • Page 340: Milliampere Output Control

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Signal Range Description IndicatorX Close Digital input or other input A link to a physical digital input. The monitored indicator's CLOSE status. "1" refers to logical signal selected ("Ind.X by the user the active "Close"...
  • Page 341 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 • the simplest option to connect and configure • uses less wiring and connections than other signals, thus greatly reducing initial setup costs • good for travelling long distances, as current does not degrade over long connections like voltage does •...
  • Page 342: Programmable Control Switch

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Default Description Input value 0.001 The second input point in the mA output control curve. …10 Scaled mA The mA output value when the measured value is equal output 0.0000…24.0000mA 0.0001mA 0mA to or greater than Input value 2.
  • Page 343: Analog Input Scaling Curves

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Settings. These settings can be accessed at Control → Device I/O → Programmable control switch . Table. 5.4.5 - 227. Settings. Name Range Default Description The user-settable name of the selected switch. The name can be up to Switch name Switchx 32 characters long.
  • Page 344 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 • RTD inputs and mA inputs in "RTD & mA input" option cards • mA inputs in "mA output & mA input" option cards • Digital input voltages Table. 5.4.6 - 229. Main settings (input channel). Name Range Step...
  • Page 345 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The Nyquist rate states that the filter time constant must be at least double the period time of the disturbance process signal. For example, the value for the filter time constant is 2 seconds for a 1 second period time of a disturbance oscillation.
  • Page 346: Logical Outputs

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Default Description Scaled output 0.000 Scales the measured milliampere signal at Point 2..10 value 1 0: Not 0: Not Allows the user to create their own curve with up to twenty (20) curve curvepoint used used...
  • Page 347: Monitoring Functions

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.4.8 - 210. Operation of logical input in "Hold" and "Pulse" modes. A logical input pulse can also be extended by connecting a DELAY-low gate to a logical output, as has been done in the example figure below.
  • Page 348 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.5.1 - 212. Secondary circuit fault in phase L1 wiring. The function constantly monitors the instant values and the key calculated magnitudes of the phase currents. Additionally, the residual current circuit can be monitored if the residual current is measured from a dedicated residual current CT.
  • Page 349 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 • measured and pre-processed current magnitudes. The output signals can be used for direct I/O controlling and user logic programming. The function generates general time-stamped ON/OFF events to the common event buffer from each of the two (2) output signal.
  • Page 350 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.5.1 - 231. Measured inputs of the CTS function. Signal Description Time base IL1RMS RMS measurement of phase L1 (A) current IL2RMS RMS measurement of phase L2 (B) current IL3RMS RMS measurement of phase L3 (C) current I01RMS...
  • Page 351 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.5.1 - 233. Pick-up settings. Name Range Step Default Description Determines the pick-up threshold for phase current measurement. This setting limit defines the upper limit for the phase current's pick-up high element.
  • Page 352 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Operating time characteristics This function supports definite time delay (DT). For detailed information on this delay type please refer to the chapter "General properties of a protection function" and its section "Operating time characteristics for trip and reset".
  • Page 353 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 When a fault is detected and all conditions are met, the CTS timer starts counting. If the situation continues until the set time has passed, the function issues an alarm. Figure.
  • Page 354 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 If any of the phases exceed the I high limit setting, the operation of the function is not activated. This behavior is applied to short-circuits and earth faults even when the fault current exceeds the I high limit setting.
  • Page 355 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 When the residual condition is added with the "I0 input selection", the sum of the current and the residual current are compared against each other to verify the wiring condition. Figure.
  • Page 356 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.5.1 - 222. Primary side high-impedance earth fault. In this example there is a high-impedance earth fault. It does not activate the function, if the measurement conditions are met, while the calculated and measured residual current difference does not reach the limit.
  • Page 357: Voltage Transformer Supervision (60)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.5.1 - 235. Register content. Date Time to Used Event code Trigger currents Ftype and time CTSact Time The status Setting The phase currents (L1, L2 & L3), the remaining dd.mm.yyyy code of the...
  • Page 358 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.5.2 - 224. Simplified function block diagram of the VTS function. Measured input The function block uses analog voltage measurement values. Function uses the RMS value of the voltage measurement inputs and the calculated (positive, negative and zero) sequence currents. Table.
  • Page 359 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Signal Description Time base Angle of U voltage The selection of the AI channel in use is made with a setting parameter. In all possible input channel variations the pre-fault condition is presented with a 20 ms averaged history value from -20 ms from START or TRIP event.
  • Page 360 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.5.2 - 238. Information displayed by the function. Name Range Step Description 0: Normal 1: Start 2: VTLinefail Displays status of the monitoring function. condition 3: VTBusfail 4: Blocked 0: Bus dead 1: Bus Live VTS Ok SEQ Ok...
  • Page 361: Circuit Breaker Wear

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.5.2 - 239. Event codes. Event number Event channel Event block name Event code Description 3392 VTS1 Bus VT fail Start ON 3393 VTS1 Bus VT fail Start OFF 3394 VTS1 Bus VT fail Trip ON...
  • Page 362 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.5.3 - 225. Example of the circuit breaker interrupting life operations. The function is triggered from the circuit breaker's "Open" command output and it monitors the three- phase current values in both the tripping moment and the normal breaker opening moment. The maximum value of interrupting life operations for each phase is calculated from these currents.
  • Page 363 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Measured input The function block uses analog current measurement values and always uses the RMS magnitude of the current measurement input. Table. 5.5.3 - 241. Measurement inputs of the circuit breaker wear function. Signal Description Time base...
  • Page 364 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Setting example Let us examine the settings, using a low-duty vacuum circuit breaker (ISM25_LD_1/3) manufactured by Tavrida as an example. The image below presents the technical specifications provided by the manufacturer, with the data relevant to our settings highlighted in red: Now, we set the stage as follows: Parameter...
  • Page 365: Total Harmonic Distortion (Thd)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Parameter Setting Alarm 2 Set 100 operations With these settings, Alarm 1 is issued when the cumulative interruption counter for any of the three phases dips below the set 1000 remaining operations ("Alarm 1 Set"). Similarly, when any of the counters dips below 100 remaining operations, Alarm 2 is issued.
  • Page 366 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.5.4 - 227. THD calculation formulas. While both of these formulas exist, the power ratio ( THD ) is recognized by the IEEE, and the amplitude ratio ( THD ) is recognized by the IEC.
  • Page 367 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.5.4 - 228. Simplified function block diagram of the total harmonic distortion monitor function. Measured input The function block uses analog current measurement values. The function always uses FFT measurement of the whole harmonic specter of 32 components from each measured current channel.
  • Page 368 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Pick-up The Phase , I01 and I02 s etting parameters control the the pick-up and activation of the function. They define the maximum allowed measured current before action from the function. Before the function activates alarm signals, their corresponding pick-up elements need to be activated with the setting parameters Enable phase THD alarm , Enable I01 THD alarm and Enable I02 THD alarm .
  • Page 369 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 If the blocking signal is active when the pick-up element activates, a BLOCKED signal is generated and the function does not process the situation further. If the START function has been activated before the blocking signal, it resets and the release time characteristics are processed similarly to when the pick- up signal is reset.
  • Page 370: Disturbance Recorder (Dr)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Event number Event channel Event block name Event code Description 3529 THD1 THD Alarm I01 OFF 3530 THD1 THD Alarm I02 ON 3531 THD1 THD Alarm I02 OFF 3532 THD1 Blocked ON 3533 THD1...
  • Page 371 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Signal Description IL2” Phase current I (CT card 2) Phase current I (CT card 2) IL3” Residual current I coarse* (CT card 2) I01”c I01”f Residual current I fine* (CT card 2) Residual current I coarse* (CT card 2) I02”c...
  • Page 372 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.5.5 - 255. Digital recording channels – Measurements. Signal Description Signal Description Currents Primary phase current ILx Primary phase current TRMS (IL1, IL2, Pri.Pha.curr.ILx Pha.curr.ILx TRMS Pri (IL1, IL2, IL3) IL3) Phase angle ILx (IL1, IL2, Pha.angle ILx...
  • Page 373 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Signal Description Signal Description Pos./Neg./Zero Positive/Negative/Zero Ux Angle difference Ux angle difference (U1, U2, U3) Seq volt.Angle sequence voltage angle Resistive and reactive currents ILx resistive current in per- ILx Resistive Pos.seq.
  • Page 374 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Signal Description Signal Description Neutral Primary neutral susceptance B f meas qlty Quality of tracked frequency susceptance (Pri) Indicates which of the three voltage or Neutral Primary neutral admittance f meas from current channel frequencies is used by the admittance Y (Pri) relay.
  • Page 375 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The device has a maximum limit of 100 for the number of recordings. Even when the recordings are very small, their number cannot exceed 100. The number of analog and digital channels together with the sample rate and the time setting affect the recording size.
  • Page 376 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Default Description Selects what happens when the memory is full. 0: FIFO Recording mode 0: FIFO "FIFO" (= first in, first out) replaces the oldest stored recording 1: Keep olds with the latest one.
  • Page 377 The recorder is configured by using the setting tool software or relay HMI, and the results are analyzed with the AQviewer software (is automatically downloaded and installed with AQtivate). Registered users can download the latest tools from the Arcteq website (arcteq.fi./downloads/).
  • Page 378 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.5.5 - 229. Disturbance recorder settings. Figure. 5.5.5 - 230. Effects of recording length and pre-triggering time signals. This example is based on the settings shown above. When there is at least one recording in the device's memory, that recording can be analyzed by using the AQviewer software (see the image below).
  • Page 379 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The user can also launch the AQviewer software from the Disturbance recorder menu. AQviewer Opening f Opening folders olders Disturbance recordings can be opened by clicking on the "Open folder" icon or by going to File → Open (see the image below).
  • Page 380 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 1. You can remove plotters individually by using the red "—" icon (numbered "1" in the image below). Please note that the "Remove plotters" text appears when you move the cursor on top of the icon.
  • Page 381: Measurement Recorder

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 5.5.6 Measurement recorder Measurements can be recorded to a file with the measurement recorder. The chosen measurements are recorded at selected intervals. In the "Measurement recorder" window, the measurements the user wants to be recorded can be selected by checking their respective check boxes.
  • Page 382 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 5.5.6 - 232. Measurement recorder values viewed with AQtivate PRO. Table. 5.5.6 - 261. Available analog signals. Curr Current mea ent measur surements ements P-P Curr.I”L3 L1 Imp.React.Ind.E.Mvarh Pri.Pha.Curr.IL1 P-P Curr.I”01 L1 Imp.React.Ind.E.kvarh Pri.Pha.Curr.IL2...
  • Page 383 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Pha.Curr.IL2 TRMS Sec Neg.Seq.Volt.Pri L3 Exp.Active Energy MWh Pha.Curr.IL3 TRMS Sec Zero.Seq.Volt.Pri L3 Exp.Active Energy kWh Sec.Pos.Seq.Curr. U1Volt Sec L3 Imp.Active Energy MWh Sec.Neg.Seq.Curr. U2Volt Sec L3 Imp.Active Energy kWh Sec.Zero.Seq.Curr.
  • Page 384 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Res.Curr.angle I01 System Volt UL2 mag TM> Reference T curr. Res.Curr.angle I02 System Volt UL2 mag (kV) TM> Active meas curr. Calc.I0.angle System Volt UL3 mag TM> T est.with act. curr. Pos.Seq.Curr.angle System Volt UL3 mag (kV) TM>...
  • Page 385: Measurement Value Recorder

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Calc.I”0 L3 Tan(phi) L3 Bias current Pha.Curr.I”L1 TRMS L3 Cos(phi) L3 Diff current Pha.Curr.I”L2 TRMS 3PH Apparent Power (S) L3 Char current Pha.Curr.I”L3 TRMS 3PH Active Power (P) HV I0d> Bias current I”...
  • Page 386 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The user can set up to eight (8) magnitudes to be recorded when the function is triggered. An overcurrent fault type, a voltage fault type, and a tripped stage can be recorded and reported straight to SCADA.
  • Page 387 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Currents Description Rseq, Xseq, Zseq The positive sequence resistance, reactance and impedance values and angles. RseqAng, XseqAng, ZseqAng GL1, GL2, GL3, G0 BL1, BL2, BL3, B0 The conductances, susceptances and admittances. YL1, YL2, YL3, Y0 YL1angle, YL2angle, YL3angle The admittance angles.
  • Page 388 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Table. 5.5.7 - 262. Reported values. Name Range Step Description 0: - 1: I> Trip 2: I>> Trip 3: I>>> Trip 4: I>>>> Trip 5: IDir> Trip 6: IDir>> Trip 7: IDir>>>...
  • Page 389 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Step Description 0: - 1: A(AB) 2: B(BC) 3: A-B(AB-BC) 4: C(CA) 5: A-C(AB-CA) 6: B-C(BC-CA) 7: A-B-C 8: - Voltage fault type The voltage fault type. 9: Overfrequency 10: Underfrequency 11: Overpower 12: Underpower...
  • Page 390: Sy Y St Stem Int 6 S Em Integra Egration Tion

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 6 System integration 6.1 Communication protocols 6.1.1 NTP When enabled, the NTP (Network Time Protocol) service can use external time sources to synchronize the device's system time. The NTP client service uses an Ethernet connection to connect to the NTP time server.
  • Page 391: Modbus/Tcp And Modbus/Rtu

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 6.1.2 Modbus/TCP and Modbus/RTU The device supports both Modbus/TCP and Modbus/RTU communication. Modbus/TCP uses the Ethernet connection to communicate with Modbus/TCP clients. Modbus/RTU is a serial protocol that can be selected for the available serial ports. The following Modbus function types are supported: •...
  • Page 392: Modbus I/O

    AQ-25x frame units support both Edition 1 and 2 of IEC61850. The following services are supported by IEC 61850 in Arcteq devices: • Up to six data sets (predefined data sets can be edited with the IEC 61850 tool in AQtivate) •...
  • Page 393 The device's current IEC 61850 setup can be viewed and edited with the IEC61850 tool ( Tools → Communication → IEC 61850 ). By browsing the 61850 tree one can see the full list of available logical nodes in the Arcteq implementation. Settings.
  • Page 394: Goose

    (slave) station. The IEC 103 protocol can be selected for the serial ports that are available in the device. A primary (master) station can then communicate with the Arcteq device and receive information by polling from the slave device. The transfer of disturbance recordings is not supported.
  • Page 395: Dnp3

    DNP3 slave is compliant with the DNP3 subset (level) 2, but it also contains some functionalities of the higher levels. For detailed information please refer to the DNP3 Device Profile document (www.arcteq.fi/downloads/ → AQ-200 series → Resources). Settings The following table describes the DNP3 setting parameters.
  • Page 396 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Name Range Default Description 0: Var 1 Group 4 variation (DBI change) 1: Var 2 Selects the variation of the double point signal. 1: Var 2 0: Var 1 1: Var 2 Group 20 variation (CNTR) 0: Var 1 Selects the variation of the control signal.
  • Page 397: Iec 101/104

    IEC 104 protocol uses Ethernet communication. The IEC 101/104 implementation works as a slave in the unbalanced mode. For detailed information please refer to the IEC 101/104 interoperability document (www.arcteq.fi/ downloads/ → AQ-200 series → Resources → "AQ-200 IEC101 & IEC104 interoperability").
  • Page 398 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 • Current • Residual current • Voltage • Residual voltage • Angle The range is the same for all of the scaling coefficients. By default, there is no scaling. • No scaling •...
  • Page 399: Spa

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 6.1.9 SPA The device can act as a SPA slave. SPA can be selected as the communication protocol for the COM B port (RS-485 port in the CPU module). When the device includes a serial RS-232 card connector, the SPA protocol can also be selected as the communication protocol for the COM E and COM F ports.
  • Page 400 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Measurable values Function block uses analog current and voltage measurement values. The relay uses these values as the basis when it calculates the primary and secondary values of currents, voltages, powers, impedances and other values.
  • Page 401 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Signals Description Z12Ang, Z23Ang, Z31Ang, Phase-to-phase and phase-to-neutral impedance angles. ZL1Ang, ZL2Ang, ZL3Ang Rseq, Xseq, Zseq Positive sequence resistance, reactance and impedance values and angles. RseqAng, XseqAng, ZseqAng GL1, GL2, GL3, G0 BL1, BL2, BL3, B0 Conductances, susceptances and admittances.
  • Page 402: Connections And Applica A Tion Examples

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 7 Connections and application examples 7.1 Connections of AQ-M215 Figure. 7.1 - 233. AQ-M215 variant without add-on modules.
  • Page 403 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 7.1 - 234. AQ-M215 variant with digital input and output modules.
  • Page 404 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 7.1 - 235. AQ-M215 application example with function block diagram.
  • Page 405: Application Example And Its Connections

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 7.2 Application example and its connections This chapter presents an application example for the motor protection IED. Since three line-to-neutral voltages and the zero sequence voltage (U4) are connected, this application uses the voltage measurement mode "3LN+U0"...
  • Page 406: Trip Circuit Supervision (95)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 7.3 - 237. ARON connection. The ARON input connection can measure the load symmetrically despite the fact that one of the CTs is missing from the installation. Normally, Phase 2 does not have a current transformer installed as an external fault is much more likely to appear on Lines 1 or 3.
  • Page 407 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 7.4 - 238. Trip circuit supervision with one DI and one non-latched trip output. Note that the digital input that monitors the circuit is normally closed, and the same applies to the alarm relay if one is used.
  • Page 408 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 7.4 - 240. Non-latched trip contact. When the auto-reclosing function is used in feeder applications, the trip output contacts must be non- latched. Trip circuit supervision is generally easier and more reliable to build with non-latched outputs. The open coil remains energized only as long as the circuit breaker is opened and the IED output releases.
  • Page 409 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 7.4 - 241. Trip circuit supervision with one DI and one latched output contact. The trip circuit with a latched output contact can be monitored, but only when the circuit breaker's status is "Closed".
  • Page 410 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 7.4 - 242. Example block scheme.
  • Page 411: Construction And Installa

    In field upgrades, therefore, the add-on module must be ordered from Arcteq Relays Ltd. or its representative who can then provide the module with its corresponding unlocking code to allow the device to operate correctly once the hardware configuration has been upgraded.
  • Page 412 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 When an I/O module is inserted into the device, the module location affects the naming of the I/O. The I/O scanning order in the start-up sequence is as follows: the CPU module I/O, Slot C, Slot E, and Slot F.
  • Page 413 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 5. Scan Scans Slot D and finds the five channels of the CT module (fixed for AQ-X215). If the CTM is not found, the device issues an alarm. 6. Scan Scans Slot E, and moves to the next slot if Slot E is empty.
  • Page 414: Cpu Module

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 8.2 CPU module Figure. 8.2 - 245. CPU module. Module connectors Table. 8.2 - 283. Module connector descriptions. Connector Description Communication port A, or the RJ-45 port. Used for the setting tool connection and for IEC 61850, Modbus/ COM A TCP, IEC 104, DNP3 and station bus communications.
  • Page 415 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Connector Description System fault's output relay, with a changeover contact. Pins 16 and 17 are closed when the unit has a system X 16:17:18 fault or is powered OFF. Pins 16 and 18 are closed when the unit is powered ON and there is no system fault. Power supply IN.
  • Page 416: Current Measurement Module

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 8.3 Current measurement module Figure. 8.3 - 246. Module connections with standard and ring lug terminals. Connector Description CTM 1-2 Phase current measurement for phase L1 (A). CTM 3-4 Phase current measurement for phase L2 (B). CTM 5-6 Phase current measurement for phase L3 (C).
  • Page 417: Voltage Measurement Module

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 8.4 Voltage measurement module Figure. 8.4 - 247. Voltage measurement module. Connector Description VTM 1-2 Configurable voltage measurement input U1. VTM 3-4 Configurable voltage measurement input U2. VTM 5-6 Configurable voltage measurement input U3. VTM 7-8 Configurable voltage measurement input U4.
  • Page 418: Digital Input Module (Optional)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 8.5 Digital input module (optional) Figure. 8.5 - 248. Digital input module (DI8) with eight add-on digital inputs. Description (x = the number of digital inputs in other modules that preceed this one in the Connector configuration) DIx + 1...
  • Page 419 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Setting up the activation and release delays The settings described in the table below can be found at Control → Device I/O → Digital input settings in the relay settings. Table.
  • Page 420: Digital Output Module (Optional)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 8.5 - 249. Digital input state when energizing and de-energizing the digital input channels. Digital input voltage measurements Digital input option card channels measure voltage on each channel. The measured voltage can be seen at Control →...
  • Page 421: Arc Protection Module (Optional)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Connector Description X 5–6 OUTx + 3 (1 and 2 pole NO) X 7–8 OUTx + 4 (1 and 2 pole NO) X 9–10 OUTx + 5 (1 and 2 pole NO) The DO5 module is an add-on module with five (5) digital outputs.
  • Page 422: Rtd Input Module (Optional)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Connector Description Binary input 1 (+ pole) Binary input 1 ( – pole) The arc protection module is an add-on module with four (4) light sensor channels, two (2) high-speed outputs and one (1) binary input.
  • Page 423: Serial Rs-232 Communication Module (Optional)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The RTD input module is an add-on module with eight (8) RTD input channels. Each input supports 2-wire, 3-wire and 4-wire RTD sensors as well as thermocouple (TC) sensors. The sensor type can be selected with software for two groups, four channels each.
  • Page 424 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Connector Name Description • Serial-based communications • Wavelength 660 nm Serial fiber (GG/ • Compatible with 50/125 μm, 62.5/125 μm, 100/140 μm, and COM E PP/GP/PG) 200 μm Plastic-Clad Silica (PCS) fiber •...
  • Page 425: Lc 100 Mbps Ethernet Communication Module (Optional)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 8.10 LC 100 Mbps Ethernet communication module (optional) Figure. 8.10 - 255. LC 100 Mbps Ethernet module connectors. Connector Description • Communication port C, LC fiber connector. • 62.5/125 μm or 50/125 μm multimode (glass). COM C: •...
  • Page 426: Double St 100 Mbps Ethernet Communication Module (Optional)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 8.11 Double ST 100 Mbps Ethernet communication module (optional) Figure. 8.11 - 256. Double ST 100 Mbps Ethernet communication module connectors. Connector Description • IRIG-B input Two-pin connector • Duplex ST connectors (IRIG-B input) •...
  • Page 427 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 8.11 - 257. Example of a ring configuration. Figure. 8.11 - 258. Example of a multidrop configuration.
  • Page 428: Double Rj-45 10/100 Mbps Ethernet Communication Module (Optional)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 8.12 Double RJ-45 10/100 Mbps Ethernet communication module (optional) Figure. 8.12 - 259. Double RJ-45 10/100 Mbps Ethernet communication module. Connector Description • IRIG-B input Two-pin connector • Two Ethernet ports •...
  • Page 429 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 8.12 - 260. Example of a ring configuration. Figure. 8.12 - 261. Example of a multidrop configuration.
  • Page 430: Milliampere (Ma) I/O Module (Optional)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 8.13 Milliampere (mA) I/O module (optional) Figure. 8.13 - 262. Milliampere (mA) I/O module connections. Connector Description Pin 1 mA OUT 1 + connector (0…24 mA) Pin 2 mA OUT 1 – connector (0…24 mA) Pin 3 mA OUT 2 + connector (0…24 mA) Pin 4...
  • Page 431 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 The figures below describe the device dimensions (first figure), the device installation (second), and the panel cutout dimensions and device spacing (third). Figure. 8.14 - 263. Device dimensions. Figure. 8.14 - 264. Device installation.
  • Page 432 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Figure. 8.14 - 265. Panel cutout dimensions and device spacing.
  • Page 433: Technic Echnical Da Al Data Ta

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 9 Technical data 9.1 Hardware 9.1.1 Measurements 9.1.1.1 Current measurement Table. 9.1.1.1 - 288. Technical data for the current measurement module. Connections Three phase current inputs: IL1 (A), IL2 (B), IL3 (C) Measurement channels/CT Two residual current inputs: Coarse residual current input I01, Fine residual current input inputs...
  • Page 434: Power And Energy Measurement

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 < ±0.2° (I> 0.05 A) Angle measurement inaccuracy < ±1.0° (I≤ 0.05 A) Burden (50/60Hz) <0.1 VA Transient overreach <5 % Fine residual current input (I02) Rated current I 0.2 A (configurable 0.001…10 A) 25 A (continuous) 100 A (for 10 s) Thermal withstand...
  • Page 435: Frequency Measurement

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 9.1.1.3 Frequency measurement Table. 9.1.1.3 - 290. Frequency measurement accuracy. Frequency measurement performance Frequency measuring range 6…75 Hz fundamental, up to the 31 harmonic current or voltage Inaccuracy 10 mHz 9.1.2 CPU &...
  • Page 436: Cpu Digital Inputs

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 PC-protocols Port protocols Telnet Features Data transfer rate 100 MB System integration Cannot be used for system protocols, only for local programming Table. 9.1.2.2 - 294. Rear panel system communication port A. Port Port media Copper Ethernet RJ-45...
  • Page 437: Cpu Digital Outputs

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Pick-up threshold Order code defined: 19, 90,170 V Release threshold Order code defined: 14, 65, 132 V Scanning rate 5 ms Settings Pick-up delay Software settable: 0…1800 s Polarity Software settable: Normally On/Normally Off Current drain 2 mA Terminal block connection...
  • Page 438: Option Cards

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Terminal block connection Terminal block Phoenix Contact MSTB 2,5/5-ST-5,08 Solid or stranded wire Maximum wire diameter 2.5 mm 9.1.3 Option cards 9.1.3.1 Digital input module Table. 9.1.3.1 - 299. Technical data for the digital input module. Rated values Rated auxiliary voltage 5…265 V (AC/DC)
  • Page 439: Arc Protection Module

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 9.1.3.3 Arc protection module Table. 9.1.3.3 - 301. Technical data for the arc protection module. Connections Input arc point sensor channels S1, S2, S3, S4 (pressure and light, or light only) Sensors per channel Performance Pick-up light intensity...
  • Page 440: Milliampere Module (Ma Out & Ma In)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 9.1.3.4 Milliampere module (mA out & mA in) Table. 9.1.3.4 - 304. Technical data for the milliampere module. Signals Output magnitudes 4 × mA output signal (DC) Input magnitudes 1 × mA input signal (DC) mA input Range (hardware) 0...33 mA...
  • Page 441: Double Lc 100 Mbps Ethernet Communication Module

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 9.1.3.7 Double LC 100 Mbps Ethernet communication module Table. 9.1.3.7 - 307. Technical data for the double LC 100 Mbps Ethernet communication module. Protocols Protocols HSR and PRP Ports Quantity of fiber ports LC fiber connector Communication port C &...
  • Page 442: Non-Directional Earth Fault Protection (I0>; 50N/51N)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 IDMT setting parameters: - k Time dial setting for IDMT 0.01…25.00, step 0.01 IDMT constant 0…250.0000, step 0.0001 - B IDMT constant 0…5.0000, step 0.0001 - C IDMT constant 0…250.0000, step 0.0001 Inaccuracy: - IDMT operating time ±1.5 % or ±20 ms...
  • Page 443: Directional Overcurrent Protection (Idir>; 67)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Inaccuracy: - IDMT operating time ±1.5 % or ±20 ms - IDMT minimum operating time ±20 ms Retardation time (overshoot) <30 ms Instant operation time Start time and instant operation time (trip): ratio >...
  • Page 444: Directional Earth Fault Protection (I0Dir>; 67N/32N)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 IDMT setting parameters: - k Time dial setting for IDMT 0.01…25.00, step 0.01 IDMT constant 0…250.0000, step 0.0001 - B IDMT constant 0…5.0000, step 0.0001 - C IDMT constant 0…250.0000, step 0.0001 Inaccuracy: - IDMT operating time ±1.5 % or ±20 ms...
  • Page 445: Negative Sequence Overcurrent/ Phase Current Reversal/ Current Unbalance Protection (I2>; 46/46R/46L)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Inaccuracy: ±0.5 %I0 or ±3 mA (0.005…10.0 × I - Starting I01 (1 A) ±1.5 %I0 or ±1.0 mA (0.005…25.0 × I - Starting I02 (0.2 A) - Starting I0Calc (5 A) ±1.5 %I0 or ±15 mA (0.005…4.0 ×...
  • Page 446: Harmonic Overcurrent Protection (Ih>; 50H/51H/68H)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Inaccuracy: - Definite time (I ratio > 1.05) ±1.5 % or ±60 ms IDMT setting parameters: - k Time dial setting for IDMT 0.01…25.00, step 0.01 IDMT Constant 0…250.0000, step 0.0001 - B IDMT Constant 0…5.0000, step 0.0001 - C IDMT Constant...
  • Page 447: Circuit Breaker Failure Protection (Cbfp; 50Bf/52Bf)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Start time and instant operation time (trip): ratio >1.05 <50 ms Reset Reset ratio 95 % of the pick-up setting Reset time setting 0.010…10.000 s, step 0.005 s Inaccuracy: Reset time ±1.0 % or ±35 ms Instant reset time and start-up reset <50 ms...
  • Page 448: Low-Impedance Or High-Impedance Restricted Earth Fault/ Cable End Differential Protection (I0D>; 87N)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 9.2.1.8 Low-impedance or high-impedance restricted earth fault/ cable end differential protection (I0d>; 87N) Table. 9.2.1.8 - 316. Technical data for the restricted earth fault/cable end differential function. Measurement inputs Phase current inputs: I (A), I (B), I Current inputs...
  • Page 449: Undervoltage Protection (U<; 27)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Inaccuracy: - IDMT operating time ±1.5 % or ±20 ms - IDMT minimum operating time ±20 ms Instant operation time Start time and instant operation time (trip): ratio 1.05→ <50 ms Reset Reset ratio 97 % of the pick-up voltage setting...
  • Page 450: Neutral Overvoltage Protection (U0>; 59N)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Reset time setting 0.010…10.000 s, step 0.005 s Inaccuracy: Reset time ±1.0 % or ±45 ms Instant reset time and start-up reset <50 ms Not t e! e! • The low-voltage block is not in use when its pick-up setting is set to 0 %. The undervoltage function is in trip stage when the LV block is disabled and the device has no voltage injection.
  • Page 451: Overfrequency And Underfrequency Protection (F>/<; 81O/81U)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Voltage inputs (+ U Positive sequence voltage (I1) Voltage input calculations Negative sequence voltage (I2) Pick-up 5.00…150.00 %U , setting step 0.01 %U Pick-up setting Inaccuracy: - Voltage ±1.5 %U or ±30 mV Low voltage block 1.00…80.00 %U...
  • Page 452: Rate-Of-Change Of Frequency Protection (Df/Dt>/<; 81R)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Operation time Definite time function operating time setting 0.00…1800.00 s, setting step 0.005 s Inaccuracy: - Definite time (I ratio +/- 50 mHz) ±1.5 % or ±50 ms (max. step size: 100 mHz) Instant operation time Start time and instant operation time (trip): ratio +/- 50 mHz (Fixed)
  • Page 453: Machine Thermal Overload Protection (Tm>; 49M)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Reset Reset ratio (frequency limit) 0.020 Hz Instant reset time and start-up reset ratio +/- 50 mHz <2 cycles or <60 ms (max. step size: 100 mHz) Not t e! e! •...
  • Page 454: Overpower (P>; 32O), Underpower (P<; 32U) And Reverse Power (Pr; 32R) Protection

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 9.2.1.16 Overpower (P>; 32O), underpower (P<; 32U) and reverse power (Pr; 32R) protection Table. 9.2.1.16 - 324. Technical data for the power protection functions. Measurement inputs Phase current inputs: I (A), I (B), I Current inputs...
  • Page 455: Motor Start/ Locked Rotor Monitoring (Ist>; 48/14)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Comparator selection > or < > or < -500.000...500.000 %/MVA , setting step 0.005 %/MVA Inaccuracy: - Active, reactive, or apparent Typically <1.0 %P power Operation time Definite time function operating 0.00…1800.00 s, setting step 0.005 s time setting Inaccuracy:...
  • Page 456: Frequent Start Protection (N>; 66)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Cumulative I2t sum inverse operation time 0.00…1800.00 s, setting step 0.005 s Inaccuracy: - Definite time (I ratio 0.95) ±1.0 % or ±40 ms Instant operation time Start time and instant operation time (trip): ratio 1.05→...
  • Page 457: Mechanical Jam Protection (Im>; 51M)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Definite time function operating time setting 0.00…150.00 s, setting step 0.005 s Inaccuracy: - Definite time (I ratio 0.95) ±1.0 % or ±30 ms Instant operation time Start time and instant operation time (trip): ratio <0.95 <50 ms Reset...
  • Page 458: Power Factor Protection (Pf<; 55)

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Settable alarms 24 alarms available (two per each alarm channel) Pick-up Alarm setting range 101.00…2000.00 deg, setting step 0.1 deg (either < or > setting) Inaccuracy ±3 % of the set pick-up value Reset ratio 97 % of the pick-up setting Operation...
  • Page 459: Voltage Memory

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 System frequency operating range 6.00…75.00 Hz Pick-up 0.50…40.00 × I , setting step 0.01 × I Pick-up current setting (phase current) Pick-up current setting (residual current) 0.10…40.00 × I , setting step 0.01 × I Pick-up light intensity 8, 25 or 50 kLx (the sensor is selected in the order code) ±3 % of the set pick-up value >...
  • Page 460: Control Functions

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Reset ratio: - Voltage memory (voltage) 103 % of the pick-up voltage setting - Voltage memory (current) 97 % of the pick-up current setting Reset time <50 ms Note! • Voltage memory is activated only when all line voltages fall below set pick-up value. •...
  • Page 461: Monitoring Functions

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 9.2.3 Monitoring functions 9.2.3.1 Current transformer supervision Table. 9.2.3.1 - 336. Technical data for the current transformer supervision function. Measurement inputs Phase current inputs: I (A), I (B), I Current inputs Residual current channel I (Coarse) (optional) Residual current channel I...
  • Page 462: Circuit Breaker Wear Monitoring

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Definite time function operating time setting 0.00…1800.00 s, setting step 0.005 s Inaccuracy: - Definite time (U ratio > 1.05/0.95) ±1.0 % or ±35 ms Instant operation time (alarm): ratio > 1.05/0.95 <80 ms VTS MCB trip bus/line (external input) <50 ms...
  • Page 463: Disturbance Recorder

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Definite time function operating time setting for all 0.00…1800.00 s, setting step 0.005 s timers Inaccuracy: - Definite time operating time ±0.5 % or ±10 ms - Instant operating time, when I ratio >...
  • Page 464 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Surge: Between wires 2 kV, 1.2/50 µs EN 60255-26, IEC 61000-4-5 Between wire and earth 4 kV, 1.2/50 µs Radiated RF electromagnetic field: f = 80….1 000 MHz, 10 V/m EN 60255-26, IEC 61000-4-3 Conducted RF field: f = 150 kHz….80 MHz, 10 V (RMS)
  • Page 465 A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 Overvoltage category Pollution degree Casing and package Table. 9.3 - 346. Dimensions and weight. Without packaging (net) Height: 117 mm (4U) Dimensions Width: 127 mm (¼ rack) Depth: 174 mm (no cards & connectors) Weight 1.5 kg With packaging (gross)
  • Page 466: Ordering Inf Dering Informa Ormation Tion

    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 10 Ordering information...
  • Page 467 ADAM-4018+- External 8-ch Thermocouple mA Input module, pre- Requires an external power Advanced Co. configured module Ltd. AQX033 Raising frame 87 mm Arcteq Ltd. AQX070 Raising frame 40 mm Arcteq Ltd. AQX069 Combiflex frame Arcteq Ltd. AQX097 Wall mounting bracket Arcteq Ltd.
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    A A Q Q -M215 -M215 Instruction manual Version: 2.04 11 Contact and reference information Manufacturer Arcteq Relays Ltd. Visiting and postal address Kvartsikatu 2 A 1 65300 Vaasa, Finland Contacts Phone: +358 10 3221 370 Fax: +358 10 3221 389 Website (general): arcteq.fi...

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