ABB+REF615C_C HCFFAEAGANB2BAN1XC

Description

Product Name:

ABB REF615C Controller (HCFFAEAGANB2BAN1XC)

Product Description:

The ABB REF615C is a digital protection and control relay designed for the protection of medium and low-voltage networks, especially in distribution systems. It is a member of the REF600 series from ABB, specifically optimized for feeder protection applications. The REF615C is equipped with a range of advanced features for protection, control, monitoring, and communication, ensuring high reliability and efficient operation of power distribution networks.

The model HCFFAEAGANB2BAN1XC is a specific configuration of the REF615C with tailored settings and options for a particular type of application. This relay offers comprehensive protection against faults, overloads, and other abnormal conditions, and integrates easily into an automated control system for utilities or industrial applications.

Product Parameters and Specifications:

1. Protection Functions:
   • Overcurrent Protection: Provides phase and earth fault overcurrent protection (IDMT, definite time).
   • Earth Fault Protection: Residual current protection with IDMT and definite time functions.
   • Phase and Earth Fault Directional Protection: To prevent incorrect operation during faults on both sides of the protected equipment.
   • Under-voltage Protection: Monitors and protects against voltage dips and faults.
   • Over-voltage Protection: Protects against voltage surges.
   • Recloser and Auto-Reclose Functions: Allows automatic system recovery after short-duration faults.
2. Control and Monitoring Features:
   • Local and Remote Control: The relay can control switches, breakers, and other devices from a local interface or via remote communication.
   • Alarms and Event Recording: Built-in event recording and alarm functions for better fault analysis and system health monitoring.
   • Customizable HMI (Human-Machine Interface): User-friendly interface for ease of operation and configuration.
3. Communication:
   • IEC 61850: Full compliance with the IEC 61850 standard for communication in substations, enabling easy integration into automation systems.
   • Modbus TCP / RTU: For integration into various industrial control and monitoring systems.
   • DNP3, Profibus, and other protocols are also supported depending on the configuration.
4. Inputs and Outputs:
   • Multiple digital inputs and outputs for remote control and signaling.
   • Analog inputs for measuring current and voltage.
   • Configurable relay outputs for protection trip, alarm signaling, or other user-defined tasks.
5. Auxiliary Power Supply:
   • Can operate with a wide range of DC auxiliary supply voltage, typically between 24VDC to 110VDC or 48VDC to 240VDC.
6. Environmental Conditions:
   • Operating Temperature Range: Typically -25°C to +55°C (check specific configuration for detailed range).
   • Humidity: Designed for use in environments with relative humidity of up to 95% without condensation.
   • Protection Class: IP54 (for panel mounting).
7. Safety and Certification:
   • CE Certified: Complies with EU directives for safety and environmental protection.
   • UL listed (if applicable): Meets the UL safety standards for various regions.

Product Use:

The ABB REF615C Controller is primarily used for:

• Feeder Protection: Protects electrical feeders in distribution networks, ensuring the safe operation of transformers, breakers, and switches in industrial or utility settings.
• Substation Automation: Ideal for integration into substation automation systems where it serves both protection and control functions.
• Distribution Networks: Used in low-voltage and medium-voltage distribution networks to monitor, control, and protect power distribution circuits.
• Industrial Applications: In industrial settings, the REF615C ensures the continuous operation of critical processes by preventing equipment damage due to electrical faults.
• Energy Management: Helps in monitoring power quality and consumption, optimizing operational efficiency, and reducing downtime through intelligent fault management.

The versatility of the REF615C ensures its use in a variety of power distribution and automation systems, ranging from simple feeder protection to complex substations with advanced monitoring and control needs.

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