Generator

Generator
Paralleling
Paralleling
Controller,
Controller,
GPC-3
GPC-3
Hydro
DATA SHEET

Regulation modes Busbar protection (ANSI)

• Load sharing • 3 x overvoltage (59)
• Fixed frequency • 4 x undervoltage (27)
• Fixed power • 3 x overfrequency (81)
• Frequency droop • 4 x underfrequency (81)
• Voltage unbalance
Generator protection (ANSI) • 3 x NEL groups
• 2 x reverse power (32)
• 5 x overload (32) Display
• 6 x overcurrent (50/51) • Status texts
• 2 x overvoltage (59) • Info messages
• 3 x undervoltage (27) • Alarm indication
• 3 x over-/underfrequency (81) • Prepared for remote mounting
• Voltage-dependent overcurrent (51V) • Prepared for additional remote displays
• Current/voltage unbalance (60)
• Loss of excitation/overexcitation General
(40/32RV) • USB interface to PC
• 9 x NEL groups • Free PC utility software for commissioning
• Programmable parameter, timer and alarms
M-Logic (Micro PLC) • User-configurable texts
• Simple logic configuration tool
• Selectable input/output events

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Document no.: 4921240398D

SW version: 3.0x.x or later
Data sheet Generator Paralleling Controller, GPC-3 Hydro
Application Self-test
The Generator Paralleling Controller (GPC-3 Hydro) is The GPC-3 Hydro automatically carries out a cyclical
a compact all in one microprocessor-based control unit self-test at start-up. If any errors are found, they will be
containing all necessary functions for protection and displayed in clear text in the display and indicated with
control of a synchronous/asynchronous generator. It a relay output (status output).
contains all necessary galvanically separated 3-phase
measuring circuits. M-Logic (Micro PLC)
This configuration tool is part of the PC utility software
The GPC-3 Hydro is intended for hydro turbine which is free of charge. With this tool, it is possible to
applications. It is designed for the following applications customise the application to your needs. It is possible to
(can be combined): dedicate specific functions or logical conditions to
different inputs and outputs.
1. Stand-alone
2. Parallel with other generators Turbine control and protection
3. Parallel to mains With the engine control and protection option added,
the GPC-3 Hydro will control the start and stop
The GPC-3 Hydro can synchronise the generator and sequences of the turbine and furthermore it can be
after synchronisation carry out all necessary generator used as turbine protection unit providing full back-up of
control and protective functions. It is well-suited for turbine shutdown channels in case the main processor
PLC-controlled systems and the interfacing can be fails.
done via binary and analogue I/Os or via serial
communication. Setup
Setup is easily done via a menu structure in the display
Display unit (password-protected) or via the USB PC connection
The display unit is separate and can be installed ®-
and the Multi-line 2 Windows based PC utility
directly on the main unit or in the front of the software. The PC utility software can be downloaded
switchboard door (3 m display cable included). Up to free of charge from www.deif.com/Documentation &
two additional displays can be installed within 200 m. Software. The utility software offers additional features
such as monitoring of all relevant information during
The display unit shows all measured and calculated commissioning, saving and downloading of settings and
values as well as alarms and data from the event log. downloading of software updates.

Operation modes Options

Four different regulation modes can easily be selected In order to perfectly match the product solution to
through digital inputs on the standard GPC-3 Hydro, specific applications, the functionality of the GPC-3
and the governor will be controlled accordingly: Hydro can be equipped with a number of available
options. The options selected by the customer will be
1. Fixed frequency integrated in the standard GPC-3 Hydro, hereby
2. Fixed power (base load) securing the same user interface unaffected by whether
3. Frequency droop the application needs a highly complex or a more basic
4. Load sharing genset controller.

If the automatic voltage regulator is controlled by the Please refer to pages 5 and 6 for the options available.
GPC-3 Hydro, the standard operation modes are
extended with: Approvals
The GPC-3 Hydro is UL/cUL listed.
1. Fixed voltage
2. Fixed VAr
3. Fixed power factor Please refer to www.deif.com for details and
4. Reactive load sharing certificates.
5. Voltage droop

AVR control requires option D1.

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Data sheet Generator Paralleling Controller, GPC-3 Hydro
Display layouts
Standard delivery

Turbine and GB control (option Y1)

Additional operator’s panel - AOP-1 (option X3)

Additional operator’s panel - AOP-2 (option X4)

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Data sheet Generator Paralleling Controller, GPC-3 Hydro
Application examples

Stand-alone Load sharing

GPC GPC

Loadsharing line

PLC-controlled system

The GPC-3 Hydro can be used in simple or complex applications. The above shows some of the
applications, but due to the flexible mode selection, the GPC-3 Hydro can be used in all applications.

The GPC-3 Hydro is also designed to work with the Uni-line components such as the FAS (Full Automatic
Synchroniser), should this be preferred.

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Data sheet Generator Paralleling Controller, GPC-3 Hydro
Hardware overview

Slot #4, term. 65-72 Ethernet Slot #6, term. 90-97

GOV/AVR/transducer output N: TCP/IP Modbus comm. and
In-/outputs
alarm via SMS or e-mail
Std.: 4 x relay outputs F1: 2 x 0(4)…20 mA out

E1: 2 x +/-20 mA out M13.6: 7 x digital inputs

E2: 2 x 0(4)…20 mA out M14.6: 4 x relay outputs

EF2: 1 x +/-20 mA out M15.6: 4 x 4…20 mA inputs

1 x 0(4)…20 mA out

EF4: 1 x +/-20 mA out

2 x relay Slot #8, term. 126-133
EF5: 1 x PWM output Engine comm., in-/outputs
1 x +/-20 mA out
2 x relay H5: MTU (MDEC) + J1939

90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97
65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72

H6: Cummins GCS

Slot #2, term. 29-36 H8.8: Ext. I/O modules
Communication
M13.8: 7 x digital inputs
H2: Modbus RTU (RS485)
51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64

M14.8: 4 x relay outputs

Display

H3: Profibus DP
M15.8: 4 x 4-20 mA input
85 86 87 88 89

H8.2: Ext. I/O modules

Service port

H9.2: Modbus RTU/ASCII (RS232)

USB Memory

Slot #7, term. 98-125

Engine I/F
79 80 81 82 83 84
Ethernet

Slot #1, term. 1-28 (std.)

37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50

Power supply M4: 8-36V DC supply, 5 W

1 x magnetic pick-up (MPU)
Self check ok
Engine CAN

Alarm inhibit

3 x multi-inputs
PMS CAN
Ethernet

8-36V DC supply, 11 W
Power
USB

1 x status output relay 7 x digital inputs

73 74 75 76 77 78

5 x relay outputs 4 x relay outputs

2 x pulse outputs (kWh, kVArh)
5 x digital inputs H7: CANbus J1939 (requires M4)

Slot #3, term. 37-64 (std.) Slot #5, term. 73-89 (std.)
Load sharing AC measuring

13 x digital inputs 3 x generator voltage

4 x relay outputs 3 x generator current
LED & I/F (std.) 3 x busbar/mains voltage
1 x P load sharing line
1 x Q load sharing line Display connection
2 x input for ext. setpoint (GOV/AVR) Service port (USB)
Power LED
Self check LED
Alarm inhibit LED

There can only be one hardware option in each slot. It is e.g. not possible to select option H2 and option
H3 at the same time, because both options require a PCB in slot #2.

Besides the hardware options shown on this page, it is possible to select the software options
mentioned in the chapter “Available options”.

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Data sheet Generator Paralleling Controller, GPC-3 Hydro
Technical specifications
Accuracy: Class 1.0 Aux. supply: Terminals 1 and 2:
ο 12/24V DC (8...36 V
-25…15…30…70 C continuously, 6 V 1 sec.)
Temperature coefficient: Max. 11 W consumption
+/-0.2% of full scale per 10οC
Positive, negative and zero Terminals 98 and 99:
sequence alarms: 12/24V DC (8...36 V
Class 1 within 5% voltage continuously, 6 V 1 sec.)
unbalance Max. 5 W consumption
Class 1.0 for negative sequence The aux. supply inputs are to
current be protected by a 2 A slow-blow
Fast overcurrent: fuse
3% of 350%*In (UL/cUL Listed: AWG 24)
Analogue outputs:
Class 1.0 according to total Binary inputs: Optocoupler, bi-directional
range ON: 8…36V DC
Impedance: 4.7 kΩ
Option EF4/EF5: OFF: <2V DC
Class 4.0 according to total
range Analogue inputs: 0(4)…20 mA
To IEC/EN 60688 Impedance: 50 Ω
Not galvanically separated
Operating temp.: -25…70οC (-13...158οF)
With option N: -25…60οC (-13…140οF) RPM (MPU): 2…70V AC,
10…10000 Hz, max. 50 kΩ
(UL/cUL Listed: Max. surround-
ing air temp.: 55οC/131οF) Multi-inputs: 0(4)…20 mA:
0-20 mA, +/-1%
Storage temp.: -40…70οC (-40...158οF) Not galvanically separated
Binary:
Climate: 97% RH to IEC 60068-2-30 Max. resistance for ON
detection: 100 Ω
Operating altitude: 0-4000 m above sea level Not galvanically separated
Derating 2001-4000 m above Pt100/1000:
sea level: -40…250οC, +/-1%
Max. 480V AC phase-phase Not galvanically separated
3W4 measuring voltage To IEC/EN 60751

Max. 690V AC phase-phase VDO:

3W3 measuring voltage 0…1700 Ω, +/-2%
Not galvanically separated
Meas. voltage: 100-690V AC +/-20%
V DC:
(UL/cUL Listed: 600V AC phase- 0…40V DC, +/-1%
phase) Not galvanically separated
Consumption: Max. 0.25 VA/phase
Relay outputs: Electrical rating:
Meas. current: -/1 or -/5 A AC 250V AC/30V DC, 5 A
(UL/cUL Listed: From CTs 1-5 A) (UL/cUL Listed: 250V AC/24V DC,
2 A resistive load)
Consumption: Max. 0.3 VA/phase
Thermal rating @ 50οC:
Current overload: 4 x In continuously 2 A: Continuously
20 x In, 10 sec. (max. 75 A) 4 A: tON = 5 sec., tOFF = 15 sec.
80 x In, 1 sec. (max. 300 A)
(Unit status output: 1 A)
Meas. frequency: 30…70 Hz
Open collector
outputs: Supply: 8…36V DC,
max. 10 mA

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Data sheet Generator Paralleling Controller, GPC-3 Hydro
Analogue outputs: 0(4)...20 mA and +/-25 mA To UL 508 and CSA 22.2 no. 14-05,
Galvanically separated overvoltage category III, 600 V,
Active output (internal supply) pollution degree 2
Load max. 500 Ω
(UL/cUL Listed: Max. 20 mA EMC/CE: To EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-6-4,
output) IEC 60255-26

Update rate: Vibration: 3…13.2 Hz: 2 mmpp

Transducer output: 250 ms 13.2…100 Hz: 0.7 g
Regulator output: 100 ms To IEC 60068-2-6 & IACS UR E10

Analogue load 10…60 Hz: 0.15 mmpp

sharing lines: -5…0…+5V DC, 60…150 Hz: 1 g
Impedance: 23.5 kΩ To IEC 60255-21-1 Response
(class 2)
Galv. separation: Between AC voltage and other 10…150 Hz: 2 g
I/Os: To IEC 60255-21-1 Endurance
3250 V, 50 Hz, 1 min. (class 2)
Between AC current and other
I/Os: Shock (base
2200 V, 50 Hz, 1 min. mount): 10 g, 11 msec, half sine
To IEC 60255-21-2 Response
Between analogue outputs (class 2)
and other I/Os:
550 V, 50 Hz, 1 min. 30 g, 11 msec, half sine
To IEC 60255-21-2 Endurance
Between binary input groups (class 2)
and other I/Os:
550 V, 50 Hz, 1 min. 50 g, 11 msec, half sine
To IEC 60068-2-27
Response times:
(Delay set to minimum) Bump: 20 g, 16 msec, half sine
To IEC 60255-21-2 (class 2)
Busbar:
Over-/undervoltage: < 50 ms Material: All plastic materials are self-
Over-/underfrequency: < 50 ms extinguishing according to UL94 (V1)
Voltage unbalance: <200 ms
Plug connec-
Generator: tions: AC current:
Reverse power: <200 ms 2
0.2-4.0 mm stranded wire
Overcurrent: <200 ms (UL/cUL Listed: AWG 18)
Fast overcurrent: < 40 ms
Over-/undervoltage: <200 ms AC voltage:
2
Over-/underfrequency: <300 ms 0.2-2.5 mm stranded wire
Overload: <200 ms (UL/cUL Listed: AWG 20)
Current unbalance: <200 ms
Relays:
Voltage unbalance: <200 ms
(UL/cUL Listed: AWG 22)
React. power import: <200 ms
React. power export: <200 ms Terminals 98-116:
2
Overspeed: <400 ms 0.2-1.5 mm stranded wire
Digital inputs: <250 ms (UL/cUL Listed: AWG 24)
Emergency stop: <200 ms
Multi-inputs: <800 ms Other:
2
Wire failure: <600 ms 0.2-2.5 mm stranded wire
(UL/cUL Listed: AWG 24)
Mains:
df/dt (ROCOF): <130 ms (4 periods) Display:
Vector jump: < 40 ms 9-pole sub-D female
Positive sequence: < 60 ms Service port:
USB A-B
Mounting: DIN-rail mount or base mount
with 6 screws Protection: Unit: IP20
Display: IP52 (IP54 with gasket:
Safety: To EN 61010-1, installation Option L)
category (overvoltage (UL/cUL Listed: Type Complete
category) III, 600 V, pollution Device, Open Type)
degree 2
To IEC/EN 60529

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Data sheet Generator Paralleling Controller, GPC-3 Hydro

Approvals: UL/cUL Listed to UL508

UL/cUL Recognized to UL2200

UL markings: Wiring:
Use 60/75οC copper conductors only
Mounting:
For use on a flat surface of type 1
enclosure
Installation:
To be installed in accordance with the
NEC (US) or the CEC (Canada)

AOP-2: Maximum ambient temperature:

60οC
Wiring:
Use 60/75οC copper conductors only
Mounting:
For use on a flat surface of type 3
(IP54) enclosure
Main disconnect must be provided by
installer
Installation:
To be installed in accordance with the
NEC (US) or the CEC (Canada)

DC/DC converter
for AOP-2: Tightening torque: 0.5 Nm (4.4 lb-in)
Wire size: AWG 22-14

Weight: Base unit: 1.6 kg (3.5 lbs.)

Option J1/J3/J6: 0.2 kg (0.4 lbs.)
Option J2: 0.4 kg (0.9 lbs.)
Display: 0.4 kg (0.9 lbs.)

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Data sheet Generator Paralleling Controller, GPC-3 Hydro
Unit dimensions in mm (inches)

Available Variants

Type Variant no. Description Item no. Note

GPC-3 Hydro 01 GPC-3 Hydro with display 2912010050-01 + A1 + D1

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Data sheet Generator Paralleling Controller, GPC-3 Hydro
Available options
Option Description Slot Option Note
no. type
A Mains protection package
A1 Time-dependent undervoltage (27t) Software
Undervoltage and reactive power low (27Q)
Vector jump (78)
df/dt (ROCOF) (81)
A4 Positive sequence (mains voltage low) (27D) Software
A5 Directional overcurrent (67) Software
C Generator add-on protection package
C2 Negative sequence voltage high (47) Software
Negative sequence current high (46)
Zero sequence voltage high (59)
Zero sequence current high (50)
Power-dependent reactive power import/export (40)
Inverse time overcurrent (51)
D Voltage control
D1 Constant voltage control Software
Constant reactive power control
Constant power factor control
Reactive load sharing
Voltage droop
E and F Analogue controller and transducer outputs
E1 2 x +/-25 mA (GOV/AVR or transducer) 4 Hardware Not with E2, EF2, EF4 or EF5
AVR output requires D1
E2 2 x 0(4)...20 mA (GOV/AVR or transducer) 4 Hardware Not with E1, EF2, EF4 or EF5
AVR output requires D1
EF2 1 x +/-25 mA (GOV/AVR or transducer) 4 Hardware Not with E1, E2, EF4 or EF5
1 x 0(4)...20 mA (GOV/AVR or transducer) AVR output requires D1
EF4 1 x +/-25 mA (GOV/AVR or transducer) 4 Hardware Not with E1, E2, EF2 or EF5
2 x relay outputs (GOV/AVR or configurable) AVR output requires D1
F1 2 x 0(4)...20 mA (transducer) 6 Hardware Not with M13.6, M14.6 or M15.6
H Serial communication
H2 Modbus RTU/ASCII (RS485) 2 Hardware Not with H3, H8.2 or H9.2
H3 Profibus DP 2 Hardware Not with H2, H8.2 or H9.2
H8.X External I/O modules 2, 8 Hardware H8.2: Not with H2, H3, H8.8 or H9.2
H8.8: Not with H5, H6, H8.2,
M13.8, M14.8 or M15.8
H9.2 Modbus RTU/ASCII (RS232) and GSM modem connection 2 Hardware Not with H2, H3 or H8.2
L Display gasket for IP54 Other Standard is IP52
M Turbine control, binary and analogue I/Os
M4 Turbine control and protection (safety system) OR 7 Hardware
I/O extension
M13.X 7 binary inputs, configurable 6,8 Hardware M13.6: Not with F1, M14.6 or M15.6
M13.8: Not with H5, H6, H8.8,
M14.8 or M15.8
M14.X 4 relay outputs, configurable 6, 8 Hardware M14.6: Not with F1, M13.6 or M15.6
M14.8: Not with H5, H6, H8.8,
M13.8 or M15.8
M15.X 4 analogue inputs, configurable, 4...20 mA 6, 8 Hardware M15.6: Not with F1, M13.6 or M14.6
M15.8: Not with H5, H6, H8.8,
M13.8 or M14.8
N Ethernet TCP/IP communication
N Ethernet TCP/IP Modbus comm. and alarms via SMS or Hardware/
e-mail software
Q Measurement accuracy
Q1 Verified class 0.5 Other
Y Display layout
Y1 Turbine and GB control Other Requires M4

(ANSI# as per IEEE Std. C37.2-1996 (R2001) in parenthesis)

Four relays are available as standard in slot #4 for GOV/AVR control. If one of the options E1, E2, EF2,
EF4 or EF5 is selected, these options will replace the four relays.

Please notice that not all options can be selected for the same unit. Please refer to page 5 in this data
sheet for further information about the location of the HW options in the unit.

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Data sheet Generator Paralleling Controller, GPC-3 Hydro
Available Accessories

Type Description Item no. Note

Accessory for GPC-3 Hydro Additional Standard Display (X2) with CANbus 2912890030 Max. 2
Operator’s panel AOP-1 (X3) 16 LED, 8 buttons, 1 status relay,
Accessory for GPC-3 Hydro 2912411070 One only
configurable.
Operator’s panel AOP-2 (X4) 16 LED, 8 buttons, 1 status relay,
Accessory for GPC-3 Hydro 2912411060 Max. 5
configurable. CAN bus.
1 pc. always
Accessory for GPC-3 Hydro 3 m display cable (J1) 1022040076
included
Accessory for GPC-3 Hydro 6 m display cable (J2) 1022040057
Accessory for GPC-3 Hydro Crossed Ethernet cable for option N programming (J4) 1022040055
Accessory for GPC-3 Hydro 1 m display cable (J6) 1022040064
Accessory for GPC-3 Hydro 3 m USB programming cable (J7) 1022040065
Accessory for GPC-3 Hydro Designer’s Reference Handbool (hard copy) (K1) 4981340587
Accessory for GPC-3 Hydro CD-ROM complete documentation (K2) 2304230002

Order Specifications

Product Variants:

Mandatory information Additional Options to a Standard Variant

Item no. Type Variant no Option Option Option Option Option Option

Example:

Mandatory information Additional Options to a Standard Variant

Item no. Type Variant no Option Option Option Option Option Option

2912010050-01 GPC-3 Hydro 01 M4 Y1 H2

Accessories:

Mandatory information

Item no. Type Accessory description

Example:

Mandatory information

Item no. Type Accessory description

1022040076 Accessory for GPC-3 Hydro 3 m display cable (J1)

Due to our continuous development we reserve the right

to supply equipment which may vary from the described.
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