Universal Recloser Control (URC) Reliable reclosing for electrical distribution systems

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Universal Recloser Control (URC)Reliable
reclosing for electrical distribution systems
Advanced Protection, Monitoring, Control,
Communications in One Integrated Package!
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Contents

1. Communications
2. Wiring Options
3. Recloser Models
4. Specifications
5. Advantage GE
6. How To Order

1. URC Applications
2. Mounting Options
3. Front Panel Layout
4. Benefits of URC
5. Key Features
6. URPC Software Features

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URC Applications

• The URC is suitable for new applications, or as a
  retrofit of existing recloser controls including
• For Kyle/Cooper Form 3, 3A, 4, 4A, 4C, FXA, and
  FXB
• Medium and low voltage systems
• Coordination with substation feeders using
  traditional recloser curve coordinate or UCA
  GOOSE messaging

A versatile and flexible solution for any
application
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URC Applications
The URC is suitable for controlling both pole
mounted and substation (ground) reclosers,
including multiple reclosers
Pole Mount Recloser
Substation Recloser
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Convenient Mounting Hardware
The URC comes with a rugged housing and mounting
bracket

• Optional climate control
• Choice of casing material
• Stainless steel
• Aluminum
• Sealed against the elements
• Cabinet is NEMA 4 rated

Environmentally hardened shells provide safety
and security
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URC Front Panel Features
Programmable LED indicators
Large 2 line backlit LCD display keypad
Target Reset
LED indicators
User-programmable pushbuttons (Trip, Close, Block
79, Block Gnd OC, HLT, Local/Remote, etc.)
Front RS232 PC interface
Front mounted 120 Volt AC power supply
Front-mounted test panels with covers (optional)
RJ45 Ethernet Port for PC interface (optional)
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Benefits of the URC

• Proven protection algorithms
• Built-in communications and expandable I/O
  accessory boards
• FlexLogic FlexElements Programmable Control
  System
• Integrated Ethernet (10BaseT, 10BaseF) as Option
• Configurable Pushbuttons for Maximum Flexibility
  
• Advanced Configuration and Commissioning Tools
• Large Operator Display

Integrated protection, control and communications
in one product
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Key Features

• Control
• Programmable four-shot autoreclosing with
  programmable sequence coordination
• Programmable logic system (FlexLogic) including
  gates, latches, timers, counters and digital
  elements
• Metering
• A, V, Watt, Var, PF, Demand metering
• 12 User Programmable Pushbuttons
• Trip, Close, HLT, Block 79, Block Gnd OC,
  Local/Remote,etc.

• Protection
• Standard time curves including IEEE, IEC, GE IAC,
  I2t, definite time, plus 4 user programmable with
  selection of 41 Cooper Type Curves
• Optional Hi-Z fault detection
• Phase, neutral, ground or sensitive ground and
  negative sequence IOC/TOC
• Breaker failure
• Multiple setting groups

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URPC Software Features
The software provides many useful tools,
including

• Waveform capturing
• triggered by current, voltage, switch activity
  or manually
• 1 x 128 upto 31 x 8 cycles (configurable)
• 64 Samples/Cycle Rate
• Data Logger For Trending
• Event Recorder
• Triggered by any element pickup, operator reset,
  digital I/O or change of state
• 1024 most recent events stored in non-volatile
  memory
• Pickup and Dropout of 26 different conditions
• Harmonic Analysis Up to the 25th Harmonic

User-friendly software provides access to vital
data
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Communications
The URCs open communications protocol and
multiple ports facilitate system integration

• RS485 port supports ModBus RTU
• MMS/UCA2, ModBus TCP/IP, and DNP 3.0 on 10BaseF
  options
• Simultaneous communication to PLC/RTU and PC
• Front RS232 and optional RJ45 Ethernet ports
  provide local PC connection for maintenance,
  reporting and monitoring by personnel

Designed for seamless integration to minimize
installation time and costs
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Wiring Connections The URC offers many wiring
options for versatility and flexibility
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Recloser Models
F60R F35R F650R
Basic Protection Ö Ö
Advanced Protection Ö w/Option for HiZ No HiZ Option No HiZ Option
Multiple Breaker Support F35R1 One Recloser, Upgradeable F35R2 Two Reclosers F35R3 Three Reclosers F35R4 Four Reclosers
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Specifications

• Dimensions H600mm (24") x W600mm (24") x
  D350mm (14") 
• Weight 28.4kg (62.6lbs) w/batteries approx. 36kg
  (80 lbs)
• Enclosure NEMA4
• Operating temperature -40 to 85 C (For 16
  hours)
• Approvals UL CSA Certified, CE Compliant
• ANSI Device Functions 25, 27P, 27X, 32, 50DD,
  50BF, 50P, 50G, 50N, 50_2, 51P, 51G, 51N, 51_2,
  59N, 59P,59X, 59_2, 67P, 67N,67_2, 79, 81U, 81O

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Advantage GE

• Why GE?
• URC provides multiple breaker support in one
  controller
• Reduces total installation and maintenance cost
• Native Ethernet communications using open
  standards
• Industry leading protection downed conductor,
  negative sequence, sensitive earth fault and more
• Full suite of relay/control options from economy
  to advanced
• Unique, Expandable System
• Additional breaker support
• No external communication or I/O accessory boards
• FlexLogic FlexElements programmable control
  system
• Extra controller slots for additional I/O
• Configurable pushbuttons for maximum flexibility
• Advanced Configuration and Commissioning Tools
• Local and remote URPC configuration tool no
  extra charge
• Standard Four User-definable Curves
• Variety of standard and custom curves available
• Selection of 41 Cooper curves

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Ordering Information
To order the URC, call your local GE sales
office, or contact
GE Multilin Inc. 215 Anderson Ave. Markham,
Ontario Canada L6E 1B3 International 1 905
294 6222 Europe 34 94 485 88 00 Email GEmultili
n_at_indsys.ge.com Web www.GEindustrial.com/multilin

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