Generator Management Relay 489-P1-LO-A20
The Generator Management Relay 489-P1-LO-A20 is a specialized device designed for motor and generator protection and control applications. Below are its key technical parameters and features:
1. Control Power Input
- Voltage Range:
- DC: 20–60 VDC
- AC: 20–48 VAC (48–62 Hz)
- This wide input range allows flexibility in power supply options, accommodating both DC and AC systems.
2. Analog Output
- Range: 4–20 mA
- The 4–20 mA analog output is a standard industrial signal used for monitoring and control purposes, such as sending data to a PLC, SCADA system, or other monitoring devices.
- It can represent various parameters like current, voltage, temperature, or other process variables.
3. Current Transformer (CT) Input
- Phase CT Secondary: 1 A
- The relay is designed to work with a 1 A secondary current transformer, which is common in many motor and generator protection applications.
4. Display and User Interface
- Display: Large LCD display (40-character)
- The enhanced display provides clear and intuitive operation, allowing users to view setpoints, actual values, diagnostic information, and default settings.
- Front Panel Controls:
- Includes a digital keyboard, up/down keys, program ports, status indicators, control keys, and programming keys.
- The front panel also features a removable handle with a provision for a lead seal to prevent unauthorized tampering.
5. Communication Protocols
- Supported Protocols: DNP 3.0, Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP/IP
- These protocols enable seamless integration with most DCS (Distributed Control Systems) and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems, facilitating remote monitoring and control.
6. Protection and Control Functions
- Comprehensive Protection:
- The relay provides advanced protection features such as overcurrent, undercurrent, overvoltage, undervoltage, phase imbalance, reverse power, and more.
- It is designed to protect generators and motors from a wide range of faults, ensuring reliable operation.
- Customizable Parameters:
- The relay allows flexible configuration of protection parameters to suit different application requirements.
7. Environmental and Mechanical Specifications
- Enclosure Rating: IP65
- The device is dust-tight and protected against low-pressure water jets, making it suitable for harsh industrial environments.
- Dimensions: Approximately 21.6 cm (L) × 22.4 cm (W) × 25.2 cm (H)
- Weight: Approximately 10 kg
8. Approvals and Standards
- Compliance: Meets relevant industry standards for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), including C37.90 EMI, SWC, and RFI抗扰度要求.
- This ensures stable and reliable operation in environments with high electromagnetic interference.
9. Applications
- Ideal For:
- Protection and control of small to medium-sized generators.
- Motor management in industrial and commercial applications.
- Systems requiring high reliability and advanced protection features.
10. Additional Features
- Vibration Monitoring: The device includes vibration monitoring capabilities, which are crucial for detecting mechanical issues in motors and generators.
- Bearing Temperature Protection: It supports RTD (Resistance Temperature Detector) inputs for bearing temperature monitoring, helping to prevent overheating and premature failure.
- Easy Integration: The relay is designed for easy integration into existing automation systems, reducing installation and commissioning time.


