Preface Purpose of the Manual This manual provides an overview of the Reyrolle device family. It describes various functions (protection and supervision) used, device technical data, and device applications. Target Audience This manual is mainly intended for protection system engineers, commissioning engineers, persons entrusted with the setting, testing and maintenance of automation, selective protection and control equipment, and operational crew in electrical installations and power plants.
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(RoHS Direc- tive 2011/65/EU). This conformity has been proved by tests conducted by Siemens AG in accordance of the Council Directive in accordance with the product standard IEC/EN 60255-26 for the EMC directives, and with the standard IEC/EN 60255-27 for the low-voltage directive.
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The equipment (device, module) may be used only for such applications as set out in the catalogs and the technical description, and only in combination with third-party equipment recommended and approved by Siemens. Problem-free and safe operation of the product depends on the following: •...
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Preface When electrical equipment is operated, hazardous voltages are inevitably present in certain parts. If proper action is not taken, death, severe injury or property damage can result: • The equipment must be grounded at the grounding terminal before any connections are made. •...
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1.1 7SR46 Overcurrent and Earth Fault Relay Overview 7SR46 Overcurrent and Earth Fault Relay Overview The 7SR46 Argus dual powered non-directional overcurrent and earth fault relay is a member of the Siemens Reyrolle protection devices product family. The relay is developed using the latest generation of hardware technology.
Device Functionality Front Fascia Sensitivity Binary Inputs External Trip Input Binary Outputs Pulse Output Remote Flag Output Resetting of LEDs, Trip Flag Indication, and Binary Outputs Data Storage 2.10 Real Time Clock (RTC) Reyrolle, 7SR46 Device, Manual C53000-G7040-C103-1, Edition 10.2022...
Device Functionality 2.1 Front Fascia Front Fascia Overview 2.1.1 The front fascia is part of the relay that is designed to provide a user-friendly method of entering the settings and retrieving data from the relay. You can access through the push-buttons and perform the setting changes. The front fascia contains 2 predefined LED indicators and a paper label for 2 user-programmable LEDs.
Device Functionality 2.1 Front Fascia By using the LCD, you can view or edit a configuration parameter and view the following: • Real-time state of a relay such as BI, ETI, and BO • Battery profile • Auxiliary power status •...
Device Functionality 2.1 Front Fascia Keys Description This push-button is used to return the relay display to its initial status or one level up in the menu structure. Press CANCEL to return to the previous menu or to cancel the value. This push-button is used to reject any alterations to a setting while in the edit mode.
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Device Functionality 2.1 Front Fascia The user-programmable LEDs have default mapping as follows: • LED L2: 50-1 function and 51-1 function • LED L3: 50N-1 function and 51N-1 function This default configuration is printed as O/C and E/F respectively on one side of the paper label provided with the decal.
Device Functionality 2.1 Front Fascia Table 2-3 User-Programmable LED Operations Parameters Description LED Default Value L2 self reset or hand reset – (hand reset) L3 self reset or hand reset – (hand reset) If the LED is configured as Self Reset, then LED turns on when the function is active and turns off when func- tion resets.
Device Functionality 2.2 Sensitivity Sensitivity The sensitivity of 7SR46 Argus Relay is 0.8 ⋅ I (minimum phase current) in 1-phase or 0.4 ⋅ I (minimum smin smin phase current) in 3-phase. This minimum phase current is necessary for the healthy functioning of the relay. The following graphs shows the sensitivity of the relay, In the absence of auxiliary power supply, the sensi- tivity of the relay is the minimum phase current required for the relay to energize, detect a fault, and trip as per the configuration.
Device Functionality 2.3 Binary Inputs Binary Inputs Overview The binary inputs (BI) are optocouplers operated from a suitably rated AC/DC power supply. There are 2 ordering options available based on the operating threshold of binary inputs. • Binary input with an operating threshold of 88 V. Works on both AC and DC voltage supply •...
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Device Functionality 2.3 Binary Inputs Parameters Description Default Value Min Step Change Inhibit 50N-2 50N-2 element block – – – Inhibit 51N-1 51N-1 element block – – – Inhibit 50LC 50LC/SOTF element block – – – Inhibit 81HBL2 Inrush current element –...
Device Functionality 2.4 External Trip Input External Trip Input Overview The External Trip Input (ETI) is an electrically isolated contact. The ETI works only on Healthy CT current/auxil- iary power supply. The ETI is a scanning input which is OFF for 5 s and ON for 1 s. Any contact change during ON time is detected by the relay.
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Device Functionality 2.4 External Trip Input Parameters Description Default Value Min Step Change General Alarm-1 Display general alarm-1 – – – text General Alarm-2 Display general alarm-2 – – – text General Alarm-3 Display general alarm-3 – – – text NOTE When pulse output assigned to an external trip input operates and when the ▶...
Device Functionality 2.5 Binary Outputs Binary Outputs Overview The 7SR46 Argus relay provides 2 binary outputs which can be configured to send commands to the switch- gear units and indications for remote signaling of the important events and status. The binary output can be assigned to any available functions under OUTPUT CONFIG > OUTPUT MATRIX menu.
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Device Functionality 2.5 Binary Outputs Parameters Description Default Step Change Value 50LC 50LC/SOTF element – – – operate 81HBL2 Inrush element operate – – – Active Grp 1 Active Group 1 – – – Active Grp 2 Active Group 2 –...
When there is no load connected at the output of pulse output (no trip coil is connected), the pulse on duration varies from 50 ms to 70 ms. The pulse output cannot be triggered via rear/front communication protocols. Siemens recommends using binary inputs for triggering the pulse output for remote trip applications.
Device Functionality 2.7 Remote Flag Output Remote Flag Output The remote flag output is used to indicate the trip via an external flag. The remote flag output provides 24 V, 0.01 Ws pulses of 50 ms ON and 500 ms OFF. The remote flag output operates when any protection function trips.
Device Functionality 2.8 Resetting of LEDs, Trip Flag Indication, and Binary Outputs Resetting of LEDs, Trip Flag Indication, and Binary Outputs Depending upon the binary output configurations set to operate the protection functions, the configured binary outputs, local and remote trip flag indications, trip and respective phase or earth LEDs operate and latch after the trip command is issued by the protection functions.
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Device Functionality 2.8 Resetting of LEDs, Trip Flag Indication, and Binary Outputs [sc_rstleds_bos, 1, en_US] Figure 2-7 Reset LEDs Outputs, Reydisp Software Input Matrix Reset using Reydisp Evolution When the relay is latched, LEDs can be reset by sending an appropriate command over the data communica- tion channels using Reydisp Evolution software.
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Device Functionality 2.8 Resetting of LEDs, Trip Flag Indication, and Binary Outputs [sc_resetflags, 1, en_US] Figure 2-8 Reset Flags Reset using ▶ key (TEST/RESET key) From the Relay Identifier screen, reset the LEDs and outputs by pressing the ▶ key (TEST/RESET key). Reset through Rear Communication Protocol The resetting of LEDs and BOs is possible via the rear communication protocol like Modbus RTU and IEC 60870-5-103.
Device Functionality 2.9 Data Storage Data Storage The relay stores 2 types of data: Fault records and Event records. Data records are stored in the non-volatile memory. The Data Storage menu contains the settings for clearing events and faults. Fault Records (Trip Log) When the protection function detects a fault condition, a trip alert message appears on the LCD and fault records are generated.
Device Functionality 2.10 Real Time Clock (RTC) 2.10 Real Time Clock (RTC) The time and date can be set either via the relay fascia using appropriate commands in the SYSTEM CONFIG menu or using the Reydisp Evolution software. When the relay is de-energized, the battery maintains the time and date.
Functions 3.1 Functions Available in 7SR46 Argus Relay Functions Available in 7SR46 Argus Relay This section describes the functions available in 7SR46 Argus Relay. The relay provides protection functions and supervision functions as described: Protection Functions • 50 Instantaneous overcurrent - phase •...
Functions 3.2 50 Instantaneous Overcurrent - Phase 50 Instantaneous Overcurrent - Phase Overview of the Function (50) The instantaneous overcurrent protection is used to provide: • Short-circuit detection in electric equipment • High-speed highset overcurrent protection • Coordinated operation with other devices using current and time-graded settings Structure of the Function (50) The instantaneous overcurrent protection function element has group-dependent settings.
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Functions 3.2 50 Instantaneous Overcurrent - Phase Logic of the Function (50-n) [lo_7sr46_InstantaneousOvercurrentFn, 1, en_US] Figure 3-1 Logic Diagram of the Instantaneous Overcurrent Protection (50) Application and Settings Notes Gn 50-n Element Default setting: Disabled This setting is used to allow the element to be switched on and off based on the user requirement. An indi- vidual setting is provided for each element.
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Functions 3.2 50 Instantaneous Overcurrent - Phase NOTE If the device is in self-powered mode, the recommended setting will begin with 0.5 ⋅ I Gn 50-n Delay Default setting = 0.00 s This setting is set to suit the individual application. Gn 50-n Inrush Action Default setting = Off High levels of inrush currents into reactive components, for example transformers;...
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Functions 3.2 50 Instantaneous Overcurrent - Phase Information List Input/Output Matrix User Logic Type IEC 103 Modbus RTU Inhibit 50-n Inhibit 50-n Input – – 50-n 50-n Output Reyrolle, 7SR46 Device, Manual C53000-G7040-C103-1, Edition 10.2022...
Functions 3.3 50N Instantaneous Earth Fault – Derived 50N Instantaneous Earth Fault – Derived Overview of the Function (50N) The Instantaneous derived earth fault protection is used to provide: • Short-circuit detection in electrical equipment • High-speed protection where appropriate to its location in the power system network and/or network impedances •...
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Functions 3.3 50N Instantaneous Earth Fault – Derived This setting is used to allow the element to be switched on and off if it is not required. An individual setting is provided for each element. This setting can be used to select the number of elements required. Parameter State Description The element is inactive.
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Functions 3.3 50N Instantaneous Earth Fault – Derived Gn 50N-n Setting 0.2 ⋅ I to 20.0 ⋅ I 1.0 ⋅ I – – Δ 0.01 ⋅ I from 0.2 ⋅ I 4.0 ⋅ I Δ 0.5 ⋅ I from 4.0 ⋅ I 20.0 ⋅...
Functions 3.4 51 Time-Delayed Overcurrent – Phase 51 Time-Delayed Overcurrent – Phase Overview of the Function (51) Time-delayed overcurrent protection is used to provide: • Short-circuit detection in electric equipment • Coordinated operation with other devices using current and time-graded settings Structure of the Function (51) The time-delayed overcurrent protection function element has group-dependent settings.
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Functions 3.4 51 Time-Delayed Overcurrent – Phase Logic of the Function (51-n) [lo_7sr46_TimeDelayedOvercurrentFn, 1, en_US] Figure 3-3 Logic Diagram of the Time-Delayed Overcurrent Protection (51) The following characteristic curves are supported by 51-n: • • IEC-NI • IEC-VI • IEC-EI •...
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Functions 3.4 51 Time-Delayed Overcurrent – Phase Operating time for IEC Operating time for IEEE/ANSI Reset time for IEC/IEEE/ANSI Table 3-1 Constants for Operating-Curve and Reset-Curve Characteristics Operating Curve Reset Curve Curve Type α IEC-NI 0.14 0.02 – – – IEC-VI 13.5 –...
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Functions 3.4 51 Time-Delayed Overcurrent – Phase This setting defines the characteristic of the inverse curve. Standard ANSI and IEC curves are provided. The characteristic can also be set as DTL. This increases the number of DTL elements that are available if more are required.
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Functions 3.4 51 Time-Delayed Overcurrent – Phase The reset parameter is used to define whether the element pickup resets to 0 instantaneously when the current falls below the setting or a reset curve characteristic or fixed DTL is applied. This operation is signifi- cant during intermittent faults where an induction disc device would be partially rotated when the fault current is reapplied.
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Functions 3.4 51 Time-Delayed Overcurrent – Phase Gn 51-n Setting 0.2 ⋅ I to 2.5 ⋅ I 1.0 ⋅ I – – Δ 0.01 ⋅ I Gn 51-n Char IEC-NI – – IEC-NI IEC-VI IEC-EI IEC-LTI ANSI-EI ANSI-MI ANSI-VI Gn 51-n Time Mult 0.01 to 10.00 1.00 –...
Functions 3.5 51N Time-Delayed Earth Fault – Derived 51N Time-Delayed Earth Fault – Derived Overview of the Function (51N) The time-delayed earth fault protection is used to provide: • Detection of earth current in electrical equipment • Backup or emergency protection in addition to other protection functions or devices •...
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Functions 3.5 51N Time-Delayed Earth Fault – Derived The following characteristic curves are supported by 51N-n: • • IEC-NI • IEC-VI • IEC-EI • IEC-LTI • ANSI-MI • ANSI-VI • ANSI-EI Operating time for IEC Operating time for IEEE/ANSI Reset time for IEC/IEEE/ANSI Table 3-2 Constants for Operating-Curve and Reset-Curve Characteristics Operating Curve...
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Functions 3.5 51N Time-Delayed Earth Fault – Derived Gn 51N-n Setting Default setting: 0.50 ⋅ I This setting defines the operating current threshold of the element. The applied phase current must exceed this setting by a factor of 1.10x for pickup of the element. The operation timing will then be dependent on the selected characteristic for the element setting.
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Functions 3.5 51N Time-Delayed Earth Fault – Derived Gn 51N-n Follower DTL Default setting: 0.00 s This setting allows an additional time to be added to that achieved by the selected characteristic curve. It is applied as a DTL time after the operate state from the curve is achieved. With this setting, the whole curve is shifted linearly on the time axis by this additional definite time.
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Functions 3.5 51N Time-Delayed Earth Fault – Derived Settings Menu CONFIGURATION > FUNCTION CONFIG Parameter Setting Options Settings Default Gn Derived E/F Disabled Disabled – – Enabled CONFIGURATION > CURRENT PROT'N > DERIVED E/F > 51N-n Parameter Setting Options Settings Default Gn 51N-n Element Disabled...
Functions 3.6 50LC/SOTF Switch onto Fault Protection 50LC/SOTF Switch onto Fault Protection Overview of the Function (50LC/SOTF) The instantaneous tripping at Switch onto Fault (SOTF) function serves for immediate tripping when switching onto a fault. • Detects phase faults in the electrical power system immediately after energization •...
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Functions 3.6 50LC/SOTF Switch onto Fault Protection Logic of the Function (50LC/SOTF) [lo_7sr46_SwitchOnToFaultFn, 1, en_US] Figure 3-7 Logic Diagram of Switch onto Fault Protection (50LC/SOTF) The following graphs show the SOTF operating time for the CT power only. [dw_sotf_operating-time_Bo, 1, en_US] Figure 3-8 Operating Time for Switch onto Fault with 3-Phase and 1-Phase with Binary Output and Pulse Output...
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Functions 3.6 50LC/SOTF Switch onto Fault Protection Application and Settings Notes Gn 50LC/SOTF Default setting: Disabled This setting is used to allow the element to be switched on and off if it is not required. A separate setting is provided for each element. This setting can be used to select the number of elements required. Parameter State Description The element is inactive.
Functions 3.7 2nd Harmonic Block/Inrush Restraint (81HBL2) 2nd Harmonic Block/Inrush Restraint (81HBL2) Overview of the Function (81HBL2) The inrush-current detection is used to: • Recognize an inrush process on transformers and other inductive loads • Generate a blocking signal for protection functions when transformers are switched on •...
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Functions 3.7 2nd Harmonic Block/Inrush Restraint (81HBL2) Pickup ratio (I = I This setting defines the operating threshold of the element. The ratio of the 2nd harmonic component of current compared to the fundamental component of current is exceeded. This setting must be set to the default value unless in-service experience produces incorrect operation. 81HBL2 Release Block Default setting: 1.0 ⋅...
Technical Data 4.1 General Device Data General Device Data Technical Data Overview Product family Non-directional dual powered overcurrent and earth-fault relay with specific CT Case and LEDs Non draw-out polycarbonate case, 2 non-programmable LEDs & 2 user-programmable LEDs Measuring inputs (current) 0.075 A (secondary) 50 Hz/60 Hz Auxiliary voltage...
Technical Data 4.2 50 Instantaneous Overcurrent - Phase 50 Instantaneous Overcurrent - Phase Table 4-1 Reference Operation Non-directional Elements Phase fault Setting range I 0.2 ⋅ I to 20.0 ⋅ I Time delay 0 s to 600 s Table 4-2 Operate and Reset Level Operate level I 100 % I...
Technical Data 4.3 50N Instantaneous Earth Fault – Derived 50N Instantaneous Earth Fault – Derived Table 4-4 Reference Operation Non-directional Elements Derived earth fault Setting range I 0.2 ⋅ I to 20.0 ⋅ I Time delay 0 s to 600 s Table 4-5 Operate and Reset Level Operate level I...
Technical Data 4.4 51 Time-Delayed Overcurrent - Phase 51 Time-Delayed Overcurrent - Phase Table 4-7 Reference Operation Non-directional Elements Phase fault Setting range I 0.2 ⋅ I to 2.5 ⋅ I Time multiplier 0.01 to 10 Time delay (DTL) 0.00 s to 15 s Table 4-8 Operate and Reset Level Operate level...
Technical Data 4.5 51N Time-Delayed Earth Fault – Derived 51N Time-Delayed Earth Fault – Derived Table 4-10 Reference Operation Non-directional Elements Derived earth fault Setting range I 0.2 ⋅ I to 2.5 ⋅ I Time multiplier 0.01 to 10 Time delay (DTL) 0.00 s to 15 s Operate level 110% I...
Technical Data 4.6 50LC/SOTF Switch onto Fault 50LC/SOTF Switch onto Fault Operate level 100 % I Setting range 1⋅ I to 20 ⋅ I Operating time Refer to Figure 3-8 for more information on operating time. Inhibited by Binary input or inrush current detector Reyrolle, 7SR46 Device, Manual C53000-G7040-C103-1, Edition 10.2022...
Technical Data 4.7 81HBL2 2 Harmonic Block/Inrush Restraint 81HBL2 2 Harmonic Block/Inrush Restraint 0.10 ⋅ I to 0.50 ⋅ I 81HBL2 Inrush setting (ratio of 2 harmonic current to fundamental component current) Where I = I 81HBL2 Inrush release block 0.30 ⋅...
Applications 5.1 Overview Overview 7SR46 dual powered relay is a non-directional overcurrent and earth-fault protection relay primarily intended for secondary distribution in electrical networks. The 7SR46 Argus relay is designed to operate with/without an auxiliary power supply. The relay is powered primarily from the auxiliary voltage even though all other power sources are available.
Applications 5.2 Specific CTs Specific CTs Overview 5.2.1 The 7SR46 Argus relay is compatible with 6 specific CT 5P80 types giving a high range of operation. Depending on the CT selected, the relay supports the following I range (rated primary current): Table 5-1 Specific CT Range CT Type...
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Applications 5.2 Specific CTs Connections In distribution networks, 1 current transformer is required per phase A, B, C. A total of 3 transformers are needed. The following diagram is a generic representation of a specfic CT wiring diagram where the connecting terminals are showed.
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Applications 5.2 Specific CTs measurement, 2 terminals (S2 and S1) for secondary current measurement and power supply for the relay and 2 terminals (D and C) to perform the testing. The testing consists on the injection of 0.288 A in these last terminals providing a simulated primary current value.
Applications 5.3 Time-Delayed Overcurrent (51/51N) Time-Delayed Overcurrent (51/51N) The time-delayed overcurrent characteristic element provides several time/current operate characteristics. The element can be defined as either an Inverse Definite Minimum Time Lag (IDMTL) or Definite Time Lag (DTL) characteristic. If an IDMTL characteristic is required, then IEC, ANSI/IEEE curves are supported. The IDMTL characteristics are defined as Inverse because the tripping times are inversely proportional to the fault current being measured.
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Applications 5.3 Time-Delayed Overcurrent (51/51N) [dw_IEC-NI-curve_with_min-op-time-setting-appl, 1, en_US] Figure 5-3 IEC NI Curve with Minimum Operate Time Setting Applied To increase sensitivity, dedicated ground fault elements are used. There must be a little or no current flowing to earth in a healthy system, so that relays can give far lower pickup levels than relays which detect excess current (>...
ANSI operate characteristic is applied. Alternatively, a DTL reset (0 s to 60 s) can be used with other operating characteristics. For protection of cable feeders, Siemens recommends using 60 s DTL reset. On overhead line networks, particularly where circuit breaker with automatic reclosing functions are incorpo-...
Applications 5.5 Instantaneous Overcurrent (50/50N) Instantaneous Overcurrent (50/50N) Each instantaneous element has an independent setting for pickup current and a follower definite time lag (DTL) which can be used to provide time grading margins, sequence coordination grading, or scheme logic. The instantaneous description relates to the pickup of the element rather than its operation.
Applications 5.6 Inrush Detector (81HBL2) Inrush Detector (81HBL2) The inrush detector (81HBL2) element detects the presence of high levels of 2 harmonic current, which indi- cates a transformer inrush current during switch-on. The inrush current raises above the operate level of the overcurrent elements for a short duration.
Applications 5.7 Connection Examples Connection Examples Connection Examples for RMU Application 5.7.1 Figure 5-5 shows CT circuits connected to specific CT of 7SR46 Argus relay. [dw_argus-relay_RMU-application, 1, en_US] Figure 5-5 7SR46 Argus Relay for RMU Application The application shows the use of 50/51/50N/51N/50LC protection functions. The remote trip via communica- tion (through BO with auxiliary input present) and binary input is possible.
Applications 5.7 Connection Examples [dw_-relay_RMU-application2, 1, en_US] Figure 5-6 7SR46 Self-Powered Relay for RMU Application The application shows the use of 50/51/50N/51N/50LC protection functions. The remote trip via communica- tion (through BO with auxiliary input present) and binary input is possible. Connection Examples for Distribution Transformer Application 5.7.2 Figure 5-7...
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Applications 5.7 Connection Examples [dw_self-powered-relay_distribution_transf-appl, 1, en_US] Figure 5-7 7SR46 Self-Powered Relay for Distribution Transformer Application The application shows the use of 50/51/50N/51N/50LC protection functions. The remote trip via external trip input interfaced wth buchholz relay is possible. Reyrolle, 7SR46 Device, Manual C53000-G7040-C103-1, Edition 10.2022...
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Applications 5.7 Connection Examples [dw_argus-relay_distribution_transf-appl2, 1, en_US] Figure 5-8 7SR46 Argus Relay for Distribution Transformer Application The application shows the use of 50/51/50N/51N/50LC protection functions. The remote trip via binary input is possible. Reyrolle, 7SR46 Device, Manual C53000-G7040-C103-1, Edition 10.2022...