FOR
SYNCHRONOUS MOTOR PULLOUT RELAY
PRP 320, PRP 340
INTRODUCTION
This publication describes the capabilities and operation of PRP 320 and PRP 340 Synchronous Motor Pullout
Relays. The PRP 320 is designed for use in 60 hertz applications and the PRP 340 is designed for use in 50 hertz
applications.
PURPOSE
The PRP 320/340 protects a synchronous motor from damage during increased loading or decreased excitation
conditions. During these conditions, the motor can pull out of synchronization with its rotating field.
When the motor power factor decreases below a preset value for a preselected time delay, the PRP 320/340
output relay energizes. The output relay contacts can be used to take the motor off line or operate an alarm.
The power factor trip point is adjustable over the range of 0.95 to 0.80, lagging. The time delay can be set from
0.25 to 1.5 seconds.
An energized output relay is reset manually by operating a pushbutton on the front panel or automatically if
operating power is interrupted. A reset is not possible if the motor power factor remains outside the normal range.
SPECIFICATIONS
PRP 320/340 electrical and physical specifications are listed in the following paragraphs.
Operating/Sensing Voltage Input
Nominal Voltage (Line-to-Line): 120, 208, 240, or 480 Vac
Nominal Frequency
PRP 320: 60 Hz
PRP 340: 50 Hz
Burden: 6 VA, I lags V by 40°
Terminals: 1 (common), 2 (120 Vac), 3 (208 Vac), 4 (240 Vac), 5 (480 Vac)
Sensing Current Input
Nominal Current Range: 2 to 5 Aac (Must use 0.3% accuracy-class sensing CT.)
Burden: 7 VA, I lags V by 28°
Overload Rating: Withstands up to 5 times nominal current for brief durations.
Terminals: 6, 7
Output Contacts
Configuration: SPDT (Form C)
Rating: 10 Aac at 120 Vac, resistive
Terminals: 8 (NC), 9 (Common), 10 (NO)
Adjustment Ranges
Power Factor: 0.95 to 0.80, lagging
Time Delay: 0.25 to 1.5 s
Operating Temperature
Range: –20 to 50°C (–4 to 155°F)
Weight
Net: 3.4 kg (7.5 lb)
Shipping: 4.08 kg (9.0 lb)
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MOUNTING
The PRP 320/340 can be mounted in any position. Mounting dimensions are illustrated in Figure 1.
CONNECTIONS
Make PRP 320/340 connections in accordance with the interconnection diagram of Figure 2. The applied voltage
should be obtained directly from the motor input lines and must be applied to the proper terminals. Because the
PRP 320/340 functions according to the power factor sensed at its terminals, the phase shift introduced by any
reactive components (such as isolation transformers) connected between the PRP 320/340 and the load must be
considered.
The PRP 320/340 must be connected to provide the correct phase relationship between the voltage and current.
Voltage is sensed between the lines shown in Figure 2, while the current is sensed on the third line. Phase
rotation and current transformer polarity must be observed.
RESET OPERATION
The following operations should be performed only with the PRP 320/340 removed from service and no operating
power applied.
Automatic Reset
To enable automatic reset operation, remove the jumper connected across terminals 11 and 12. This action will
disable the front-panel reset switch. When the PRP 320/340 is configured for automatic reset operation, the front-
panel reset switch should be labeled as “INACTIVE”.
Remote Reset
To add remote reset capability, replace the jumper across terminals 11 and 12 with an external, normally-closed,
momentary-action switch.
MAINTENANCE
The PRP 320/340 requires no maintenance other than the periodic removal of accumulated dust.
TESTING
If desired, PRP 320/340 operation can be verified through the following functional test.
1. Connect the PRP 320/340 as shown in Figure 3. The phase rotation must be A-B-C.
2. Adjust the variable transformer to the middle of its range and adjust the front-panel power factor control to one
of the power factor settings listed in Table 1. Adjust the front-panel time delay control to its minimum setting.
3. Slowly adjust the variable transformer clockwise until the PRP 320/340 trips after the time delay expires. A trip
can be detected by monitoring terminals 9 and 10 for continuity with an ohmmeter. Verify that the measured
voltage falls within the voltage range listed in Table 1.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for any of the desired power factor settings listed in Table 1.
Table 1. Power Factor Settings and Pickup Values
Voltage Measured From Variable
Power Factor Setting Transformer Wiper to Phase A
0.95 80.11 to 88.55 Vac
0.90 71.25 to 78.75 Vac
0.85 63.55 to 70.23 Vac
0.80 56.15 to 62.06 Vac
0.75 48.64 to 53.76 Vac
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Figure 1. Outline and Mounting Dimensions
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Figure 2. Interconnection Diagram
Figure 3. Test Connections
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