GE Multilin F60 Feeder Protection System

Overview

The GE Multilin F60 is a comprehensive feeder protection system designed for distribution feeder applications. It combines protection, control, monitoring, and metering in a compact, integrated unit. Ideal for industrial and utility environments, the F60 ensures reliable power distribution, rapid fault detection, and system stability. Its advanced features, including high-impedance fault detection and arc flash mitigation, make it a critical component for modern power systems.

Technical Specifications

Control Capabilities

• Flexible load encroachment: Secures operations under heavy loads.

• Voltage and frequency elements: Facilitate load shedding and transfer schemes.

• Programmable logic: Supports automation for substation operations.

Monitoring and Metering

• Embedded Synchrophasor measurement (IEEE C37.118): Provides real-time system monitoring.

• Full-color display: Offers clear, intuitive visualization of system parameters.

• Advanced metering: Accurately measures voltage, current, and power.

Communication Protocols

• IEC 61850 Ed. 1 and Ed. 2: Certified for seamless integration.

• Routable GOOSE (R-GOOSE): Enables wide-area protection.

• IEEE C37.111 COMTRADE: Supported for event recording and analysis.

Environmental Specifications

• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +70°C.

• Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing.

• Nominal Frequency: 25 to 60 Hz.

Inputs/Outputs

• Digital Inputs: Quantity varies based on the model.

• Outputs: Form A and Form C relays, quantity varies by model.

Communication Ports

• Serial and Ethernet Ports: Support multiple communication protocols.

Event Recorder and Phasor Measurement

• Event Recorder Capacity: Typically records up to 1024 events.

• Phasor Measurement Calibration: Provides angle accuracy of ±5° and magnitude accuracy of ±5%.

Ingress Protection

• Ingress Protection Rating: IP20.