SYNCHROTACT 5

Synchronizing and paralleling

devices and systems
SYN 5100
SYN 520X
SYN 5302
Document No. 3BHS 901 067 E Description

ABB Industrie AG is a world-leading manufacture of synchronization equipment. Application-

oriented solutions are developed, produced, commissioned and serviced.
Advantages
• Maximum reliability
• Guaranteed availability
• Lowest project-engineering costs
• Quick commissioning using convenient PC tool SynView
• Synchronizes up to 7 power circuit breakers with different requirements
• Design 100 % compliant with CE guidelines
• Advanced technology
• Universal use
• Decades of experience with synchronization systems
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Variety of applications
Synchronization units are widely used in power stations or industrial installations with their own
power generating facilities, where the generators need to be paralleled with an island line or a
public line, or in power distribution systems.

Power circuit breakers may only be closed if both voltages are at least approximately
synchronous (coincident). Otherwise, faults in line operation, loading of the generators and, in
extreme cases, damage to the generators can result.
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SYNCHROTACT 5 performs these functions safely and reliably, whether as a monitoring
element for manual paralleling or as an independent fully-automatic synchronization unit.

SYNCHROTACT® 5 covers the following areas of application:

1. Automatic synchronization and paralleling of synchronous generators with line.

U1 SYNCHROTACT 5
ORDER U1 = Line/bus bar-voltage
U2 = Generator voltage
CB CB = Circuit breaker
G = Generator
U2 AVR = Automatic voltage regulator
GV = Governor
ORDER = Paralleling command
U+ U+, U- = Voltage adjusting commands
AVR f+, f- = Frequency adjusting commands
U-
G GV
f+
f- S99003

2. Automatic paralleling for synchronous and asynchronous lines, transmission lines and
busbars.

U1 SYNCHROTACT 5
ORDER
CB

U2
S99004

3. Paralleling monitoring (synchrocheck) for the monitoring of automatic or manual paralleling

procedures including the connection of voltage-free lines (dead bus).

U1 SYNCHROTACT 5
CHK
RELEASE
CB
CHK RELEASE = Paralleling command release
U2

S99005

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Clearly-structured principle of operation

The synchronization and paralleling process can be divided into the following blocks:

Measuring
The values voltage difference (amplitude) ∆U, slip (frequency difference) s and phase-angle
difference α, which are required for paralleling, are formed from the two measurement signals
U1 and U2 (see illustration below).

Matching
Voltage and frequency matching functions reduce the voltage difference ∆U and slip s by
sending adjusting pulses to the voltage or turbine regulators.

Monitoring of paralleling conditions

This function compares the actual values with their set maximum values and releases
paralleling (CHK RELEASE) if all conditions are fulfilled simultaneously.

Command generation
The command generation calculates the necessary lead angle αv by which the paralleling
command (ORDER) must be advanced due to the delay through the closing times in order that
the main contacts close exactly at the precise instant of coincidence. If α reaches αv at the
same time as paralleling release (CHK RELEASE), the command is issued. Under synchronous
conditions, i.e. permanent paralleling release during the adjustable monitoring time tsup, the
command is also issued without taking the lead angle into consideration.
SYNCHROTACT 5
Measuring Matching
U1 |U1| U+ U+

+ ∆U
-
˜0
U2 U- U-
|U2|

f+ f+

α α s
α s ˜0
f- f-
α

Monitoring of paralleling conditions

∆U
∆U<∆Umax &
∆Umax

s
s<smax CHK
smax RELEASE

α
α<αmax
αmax

Command
generation
tsup OR

ORDER ORDER
tpon
α
s αv
&

S99006

Synchrocheck mode (paralleling monitoring):

In Synchrocheck mode, only the measuring and monitoring function blocks are active. The
output relay is closed during paralleling release.
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Optimum reliability
From a synchronization unit, It is expected to close the power circuit breaker at the correct time
but also that, if required, paralleling can also take place whenever permissible. Although the
series connection of the output contacts of two independently-functioning channels (dual-
channel system) which is usual in synchronization systems greatly increases security against
incorrect paralleling, it necessarily leads to an reduction in availability.

SYN 5201 SYN 5202

Automatic
synchronizing Automatic
SYN 5200/SYN 5100 Synchrocheck
synchronizing
Synchrocheck

SYN 5200/SYN5100

Synchrocheck

High levels of safety and reliability can be achieved through the use of a second, redundant synchronizing system. If
system 1 is no longer able to synchronize, it is possible to switch over to the second system and synchronize with
this.

SYN 5302
Automatic
Synchrocheck
synchronizing
II I+II I

Automatic
Synchrocheck
synchronizing

In this configuration, two automatic dual-channel systems are housed in one unit. Normally, the output contacts of
both systems are connected in series (4 channels!). One of the two systems can be bridged by means of a system
selector switch.

Advice:
Single or dual-channel?
Not every synchronization system necessarily needs to be structured according to the above pattern. The
SYNCHROTACT single-channel synchronization units offer a high degree of security and are often used in practice.
However, security can be further increased to a significant degree by means of dual-channel systems. It is unlikely
that the two channels, which are structured differently in both hardware and software terms, will have the same
malfunction simultaneously. The extra cost of a dual-channel system frequently bears a profitable relationship to the
possible consequential costs arising from incorrect paralleling.
Second, redundant synchronizing system?
Often, two redundant synchronizing systems are installed in a plant so that, in the event of failure of one system, it is
possible to switch over to the other and thus increase availability. The second system is often designed for manual
synchronizing with or without synchrocheck.
In addition to this solution, with SYNCHROTACT® 5 ABB offers two automatic dual-channel systems in a single
casing, thus allowing manual synchronization to be dispensed with. The advantages of this solution:
• No engineering and wiring costs for the second system
• Further increased security since all four output contacts are normally operated in series
• No problems with synchronization in cases where the manual synchronizing system is very seldom used.

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Possible means of control

Service control for commissioning and servicing:
1. Built-in service controls: keypad & LCD (standard)
2. SynView PC tool for local control: PC/RS 232 (accessory)
3. Ethernet interface: remote servicing via Internet (option)

Operating control for normal synchronizing operation:

1. Digital inputs/outputs: conventional wiring (standard)
2. Interface (modbus, profibus, LON): remote-controlled synchronizing operation (option)

Fast commissioning with SynView

SynView is the appropriate aid for simple and fast commissioning of SYNCHROTACT® 5
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devices. The PC software runs under MS Windows™ NT, 95 and 98 in the standard
languages German, English or French. Versions in other languages are possible. SynView
consists of 5 functions which are explained in greater detail in the following.

Parameter tool
All parameter settings are carried out with
this. The files can be stored on the PC and
copied to other units. Helpful functions such
as comparing parameter files with device
settings or the display of recommended
setting values greatly simplify commissioning
and servicing work .

Transient recorder tool

The voltage difference and paralleling
command from the last three synchronizing
processes are displayed. The tool makes the
use of a separate recorder unnecessary.

Actual values tool

A synchroscope, together with all the values
important for paralleling, is displayed on the
user interface. These simplify function-testing
of the synchronizing process if no instruments
are available.

Fault-/Event log tool

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The 256 events stored in SYNCHROTACT 5
are displayed in plain text with date and
timestamp. This greatly simplifies the
localization of faults, e.g. wiring or control
faults which sometimes occur during
commissioning.

Diagnostic tool
In difficult cases which cannot be solved on
site, this tool helps the manufacturer to iden-
tify the causes of the problem from the data
stored here.

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Device types
The SYNCHROTACT® 5 family of devices consists of 5 device types:
Type Function Symbol
SYN5100

SYN 5100 Synchrocheck Synchrocheck

S99008

SYN5200
Synchrocheck or automatic
SYN 5200 Synchrocheck
paralleling unit without matcher
S99009

SYN5201
Automatic single-channel automatic
SYN 5201 Synchronizer
synchronization unit S99010

SYN5202
Automatic dual-channel automatic
SYN 5202 Synchrocheck
synchronization unit Synchronizer
S99011

SYN5302
Redundant automatic dual- automatic
SYN 5302 Synchronizer
Synchrocheck
channel synchronization unit
II I+II I

automatic
Synchrocheck
Synchronizer
S99012

Difference between SYN 5302 and SYN 5202:

The SYN 5202 is a dual-channel system with two differently-structured independent channels in the same casing.
SYN 5302 consists of two SYN 5202 dual-channel devices in one casing. The two systems are normally all wired in
series (4 channels!). In the event of failure of one system, it is possible to switch over without danger to the other
dual-channel automatic system. This allows paralleling to be carried out fully automatically and with maximum
security at all times. Additional costs for a redundant synchronization system are saved.
Difference between SYN 5100 and SYN 5200:
SYN 5100 offers a parameter set with 5 parameters, the auxiliary voltage range is 50 to 130 VAC or 100 to
125 VDC.
SYN 5200 features communications interfaces, seven parameter sets, a wider auxiliary voltage range and the
convenient PC tool SynView with all its functions. In addition, because of its command generation, SYN 5200 can
also be used as an automatic paralleling unit.

Type code

SYN 5202 Synchronization type

00: Synchrocheck
01: Single-channel device
02: Dual-channel device
Construction size
1: Small size
2: Medium size
3: Large size
SYNCHROTACT
SYN = SYNCHROTACT
5: Fifth generation

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Device types
SYN 5100:

Front view of SYN 5200, SYN 5201, SYN 5202: Rear view of SYN 5200, SYN 5201 with 7 parameter
sets:

Front view of SYN 5302:

Rear view of SYN 5302 with 7 parameter sets:

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Scope of functions at a glance

Function SYN 5100 SYN 5200 SYN 5201 SYN 5202 SYN 5302
Automatic synchronization No No Yes Yes Yes
with U- and f- matching
Automatic synchronization No Yes Yes Yes Yes
without U- and f- matching
Synchrocheck mode Yes Yes Possible Possible Possible
Dual-channel system No No No Yes Yes
Integrated, redundant system (bypass) No No No No Yes
Number of parameter sets 1 either 1 or either 1 or either 1 or either 1 or
7 7 7 7
Paralleling of synchronous lines Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Paralleling of asynchronous lines Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Paralleling of voltage-free lines Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Signalling No Yes Yes Yes Yes
Built-in control unit for servicing Yes Optional Optional Optional Yes
PC tool ‘SynView‘ No Optional Optional Optional Optional

Options
Option SYN 5100 SYN 5200, SYN 5201, SYN 5202,
SYN 5302
w Communication 0 none 0 none
1 Ethernet
2 Modbus
3 Profibus
4 Lon-Bus
B Ethernet & Modbus
C Ethernet & Profibus
D Ethernet & Lon-Bus

x Code for internal use 2 internal code 2 internal code

y Auxiliary voltage / nominal fn = 50/60 Hz: fn = 50/60 Hz:

frequency 1 24/48 VDC
2 50 to 130 VAC & 100 to 125 VDC 2 100 to 125 VAC/VDC
3 220 to 250 VDC
2 2
fn = 16 /3 Hz: fn = 16 /3 Hz:
4 24/48 VDC
5 50 to 130 VAC & 100 to 125 VDC 5 100 to 125 VAC/VDC
6 220 to 250 VDC

z Parameter sets / configu- 1 1 Parameter set 1 1 Parameter set

rable inputs/outputs (I/O) 7 7 Parameter sets

Ordering information
Device type Options
SYN 5u0v - wxyz

Examples:
SYN 5100 – 0221 Synchrocheck with nominal frequency 50 or 60 Hz, auxiliary voltage 50 to 130 VAC or 100
to 125 VDC and 1 parameter set
SYN 5200 – 0221 Synchrocheck with nominal frequency 50 or 60 Hz, auxiliary voltage 100 to 125 VAC/VDC
and 1 parameter set
2
SYN 5201 – 0247 Automatic single-channel synchronization unit with nominal frequency 16 /3 Hz, auxiliary
voltage 24/48 VDC and 7 parameter sets.
SYN 5202 – B217 Automatic dual-channel synchronization unit with communication (Ethernet und Modbus),
nominal frequency 50 or 60 Hz, auxiliary voltage 24/48 VDC and 7 parameter sets.
SYN 5302 – 4237 Redundant automatic dual-channel synchronization unit with communication (Lon),
nominal frequency 50 or 60 Hz, auxiliary voltage 220 to 250 VDC and 7 parameter sets.

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Captions to the options

Option w: Communication
The Communications option features two interfaces:
• Service remote control (remote servicing): SynView operation via Ethernet
• Operating remote control
SYNCHROTACT 5 with service remote control:
SYNCHROTACT 5

Maintenance
office
Ethernet
Internet Intranet Remote service control
Access
S01001

SYNCHROTACT 5 with operating remote control (3 possibilities):

Control room Control room
SYNCHROTACT 5 SYNCHROTACT 5
Modbus LON
Master Remote operational control Master Remote operational control

S01001 S01001

Control room
SYNCHROTACT 5
Profibus
Master Remote operational control

S01001

SYNCHROTACT 5 with operating and service remote control (3 possibilities):

Control room Control room
SYNCHROTACT 5 SYNCHROTACT 5
Maintenance Modbus Maintenance LON
Master Remote operational control Master Remote operational control
office office
Ethernet Ethernet
Internet Intranet Remote service control Internet Intranet Remote service control
Access Access
S01001 S01001

Control room
SYNCHROTACT 5
Profibus
Maintenance Master Remote operational control
office
Ethernet
Internet Intranet Remote service control
Access
S01001

Characteristics of service remote control:

Supported protocols: TCP/IP
Interface type: Ethernet
Connector type: RJ45
Transmitted signals: SynView is used as the user interface
Addressing: IP-address
Access security Access can be blocked by means of a switch on the unit

Characteristics of the operating remote control:

Supported protocols: Modbus RTU; Profibus; Lon
Interface type: Modbus and Profibus: RS 485
Lon: optical
Connector type: Modbus and Profibus: D-Sub9 (female)
Lon: HP BFOC/2,5 (optical)
Transmitted signals: Digital inputs/outputs; status indicators (LEDs); actual values (analogue); new event
Addressing: Slave address, depending on fieldbus

SYN 5302: the interfaces are duplicated, i.e. each system can be controlled individually.
Commands, for example starting synchronizing, have to be given separately for each system.

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Captions to the options

Option z: Parameter sets/configurable inputs/outputs (I/O)
Parameter set 1
1 The specific settings for the

select switches
2 2 synchronization and paralleling are

Parameter
3 3
stored in a parameter set. If a device
4 4
5 5 is to synchronize with different
6 6 settings, e.g. several paralleling
7 7 points, the option with 7 parameter
sets should be chosen, which
includes additional hardware with
1 seven inputs and outputs for this
2 purpose. The inputs and outputs not
set selection
Parameter

3 used can be configured for other

4 functions. The possible functions are
5
6
shown in the table below:
7

S00016

Configurable functions of digital inputs

Selection of parameter set or paralleling point
Selection of TEST mode
Starting, stopping and blocking of synchronization process

Configurable functions of digital outputs

Selection or acknowledgement of paralleling point/ parameter set
Switchover contact for the command circuit which must be connected in
series with the manual paralleling circuit in synchrocheck mode
Signalling of the following variables:
Paralleling command in TEST mode
Dead bus released
Synchronization process stopped
Phase-angle difference within tolerance band
Slip within tolerance band
Voltage difference within tolerance band
Paralleling command released
U1 leading or lagging
f1>f2; f1<f2
U2>U1; U2<U1
U1 or U2 outside of permissible range
Monitoring of paralleling contacts tripped
Single-system operation (only SYN 5302)

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Accessories
PC-Tool for commissioning and servicing SynView 3BHB 008 219 R0001
purposes
Auxiliary device for switching several SYN 5500 3BHB 006 500 R0001
paralleling points
Synchronization instruments Double voltage Separate ordering
measurement Double details
frequency measurement
Synchroscope
Auxiliary/compensation transformers for the Separate ordering
measurement voltages details

Synchronization instruments: Conventional instruments are usually built into a synchronization system if the
system includes a manual synchronization option. However, in some cases they are also used for information
purposes, e.g. for service work, on fully-automatic synchronization systems. The latter case can also be covered with
the SYNCHROTACT® 5 PC tool "SynView".
Auxiliary/compensation transformers: If the two nominal measurement voltages are outside of the permissible
range (50 to 130 VAC) or deviate from one another by more than 10 %, matching transformers must be used.
If a step-up transformer is installed between the measuring point and the power circuit breaker which turns the
phase of a voltage by a fixed amount, this can be compensated for with the single-channel devices SYN 5200 and
SYN 5201. With the devices SYN 5100, SYN 5302, SYN 5302, or where conventional synchronization instruments
are used, compensation transformers must be used which turn the phase back again.

Spare parts
PCB designation Type
Communications board SYN 5010
Processor and power supply board SYN 5011
Basic I/O unit SYN 5012
Processor for channel 2 (synchrocheck) SYN 5013
Extended I/O / 7 parameter sets (option) SYN 5014
Bus board for SYN 520x SYN 5015
System control SYN 5020
Bus board for SYN 5302 SYN 5025

Ordering information:
When ordering, please state the complete type designation of the synchronizing unit.

Recommendation:
No individual parts are available for the SYN 5100 unit. It is therefore recommended that an identical, pre-set
replacement unit be kept in store.
In the case of SYN 520x units, it is recommended that an identical, pre-set replacement unit be kept in store.
In the case of the SYN 5302, the following PCB modules are recommended as spare parts: SYN 5020 system
control and SYN 5014 extended I/O card, if the latter is installed.

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Auxiliary device SYN 5500

The auxiliary device SYN 5500 performs the connection of the measuring and command
circuits where several paralleling points need to be switched. An SYN 5500 device can switch 2
paralleling points, each with a maximum of 16 contact pairs, or alternatively, 4 paralleling
points, each with 8 contact pairs. Several devices can be used in combination.
SYN 5500
SYN 5500 SYN 5201/
+ SYN 5202/
-X1:1 -X6:1
-X6:2 CB1 SYN 5302 Signalization:
-X1:2 -X6:3 Ready
-X6:4
Operation
-X1:3 -X6:5
-X6:6
1 U1
Error
-X1:4 -X6:7 1
-X6:8 Paralleling command
-X1:5 -X6:9
-X6:10
2
U2
-X1:6 -X6:11 +
-X6:12
2
-X1:7 -X6:13
CB2 1 Release DB
-X6:14
-X1:8 -X6:15 2
-X6:16
-X5:6 Aux. voltage
-X5:7 W1
U+
W3 AVR
U-
-X2:1 -X7:1 G f+
-X7:2 GV
-X2:2 -X7:3 f-
-X7:4 AVR = Automatic voltage regulator Start
GV = Governor Stop
-X2:3 -X7:5 1 1
-X7:6 2 2
-X2:4 -X7:7 S99019
-X7:8
-X2:5 -X7:9
-X7:10
-X2:6 -X7:11
-X7:12
-X2:7 -X7:13
-X7:14
-X2:8 -X7:15
-X7:16
-X5:9
-X5:10 W2

-X3:1 -X5:1
-X5:2
-X3:2 -X5:3
-X5:4
-X3:3

-X3:4

-X3:5

-X3:6

-X3:7

-X3:8

-X5:12
-X5:13 W4

W6
-X4:1

-X4:2

-X4:3

-X4:4

-X4:5

-X4:6

-X4:7

-X4:8

-X5:15
-X5:16 W5

PE

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Construction
SYN 5100:

ABB SYNCHROTACT ® 5
128

∆U<∆Umax α c
cS c
s<s max
α<α max Un
c ∆cU U0
c
U1/U2=0

205 82

S00024

SYN 520x:

SYNCHROTACT ® 5

Panel cut-out w*h = 222*164 mm

U+ ∆U<∆Umax READY
U- s<s max OPERATING DATA
f+ α<α max
f- U1/U2=0 BLOCKED
ORDER CHKRELEASE ERROR

S99014

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SYN 5302:

SYNCHROTACT ® 5

I+II
I II

U+ ∆U<∆Umax READY U+ ∆U<∆Umax READY

U- s<s max OPERATING U- s<s max OPERATING DATA
f+ α<α max f+ α<α max
f- U1/U2=0 BLOCKED f- U1/U2=0 BLOCKED
ORDER CHKRELEASE ERROR ORDER CHKRELEASE ERROR

447
442

S99015

Panel cut-our w*h = 443 x 155 mm

S99015

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Typical applications

SYN 5100 SYN5200

Signalization:
Ready
U1 U1
Manual Operation
+ Selection + paralleling switch Error
CB Paralleling release
CB Paralleling release

U2
U2
Release DB
Release DB

AVR = Automatic voltage regulator

GV = Governor
Aux. voltage U+
+ Aux. voltage
AVR
S99016
U-
G
f+ Start
GV
+ Stop
f- S99017

Simple, permanently-operated synchrocheck for Synchrocheck for monitoring manual paralleling of

paralleling of two lines a generator.

SYN 5201/ SYN 5201/

SYN 5500
SYN 5202/ + SYN 5202/
SYN 5302 SYN 5302
Signalization: CB1 Signalization:
Ready Ready
U1 Operation Operation
+ 1 U1
Error Error
1
CB Paralleling command Paralleling command

2
U2 U2
+
Release DB 2
CB2 1 Release DB

Aux. voltage
Aux. voltage
U+
U+ AVR
AVR U-
G U- G f+
f+ GV
f-
GV f- AVR = Automatic voltage regulator Start
GV = Governor Stop
AVR = Automatic voltage regulator Start 1 1
GV = Governor Stop 2 2
S99019
S99018

Automatic synchronization and paralleling of a Automatic synchronization and paralleling of two

generator. power circuit breakers with the same synchroniza-
tion unit. The switching can be carried out by
means of the auxiliary device SYN 5500.

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Technical data
INPUTS

Auxiliary voltage
Nominal voltage ranges 24/48 VDC
100 to 125 VAC/VDC
220 to 250 VDC
Permissible voltage range 0,75 to 1,25*Un
Maximum power consumption (SYN 5302) 25 W/35 VA

Measuring inputs U1, U2

Nominal voltage range 50 to 130 VAC
Voltage range 0 to 130 % Un
2
Nominal frequency 16 /3, 50, 60 Hz
Frequency range 10 to 100 Hz

Digital inputs
Nominal voltages 24/48 VDC
Current consumption 6 to 8 mA

OUTPUTS

Paralleling relays
Maximum switching voltage 250 VAC/DC
Maximum switching current, continuous 5 AAC/ADC
Maximum switching power ON AC/DC 1000 VA/W
Maximum switching power OFF AC/DC 30 VA/W

Adjusting command and signalling relays

Maximum switching voltage 250 VAC/DC
Maximum switching current, continuous 1,5 AAC/ADC
Maximum switching power ON/OFF AC/DC 50 VA/W

INTERFACE

PC-Tool ‘SynView‘ RS232

Bridgeable distance 15 m

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PARAMETER SETTING RANGES

SYN 5200, SYN 5201, SYN 5202 (channel 1), SYN 5302 (channels 1)

Actual value calibration Step Setting range

Nominal voltage 1V 50 to 130 VAC
Voltage matching (between U1 & U2) 0,1 % ±12 %
Angle matching 1 DEG ±180 DEG

Command generation
Paralleling time 10 ms 0 to 990 ms
Duration of paralleling command 10 ms 50 to 990 ms
Monitoring time 1s 0 to 99 s

Paralleling conditions
Slip limit* 0,01 % 0 to 6 %
Angle limit (angle window)* 1 DEG 1 to 99 DEG
Maximum voltage difference* 1% 0 to 40 %
Maximum voltage 1% 100 to 130 %
Minimum voltage 1% 50 to 95 %
* Positive and negative limit values can be set separately.

Dead bus conditions

Maximum zero voltage for dead bus 1% 0 to 49 %
Note: The following possibilities - and all combinations thereof - can be allowed or ruled out for
paralleling by means of programming: U1 = dead bus; U2 = dead bus; both sides dead bus

Voltage matcher
Voltage adjustment characteristic 0.01 %/s 0 to 5 %/s
Interval between pulses 1s 1 to 20 s
Minimum pulse duration 0,01 s 0,05 to 2 s
Note: The length of adjusting pulses are proportional to the voltage difference. The proportionality factor (0.01
to 5 %/s) is adjustable. Alternatively, it is possible to work with fixed pulse lengths (0.05 to 2 s), in which
case the interval times are inversely proportional to the voltage difference.

Frequency matcher
Frequency adjustment characteristic 0.01 %/s 0 to 5 %/s
Interval between pulses 1s 1 to 120 s
Minimum pulse duration 0,01 s 0,05 to 2 s
Note: The length of adjusting pulses are proportional to the slip. The proportionality factor (0.01 to 5 %/s) is
adjustable. Alternatively, it is possible to work with fixed pulse lengths (0.05 to 2 s), in which case the
interval times are inversely proportional to the slip.

General parameters
Blocking time following start signal 1s 1 to 10 s
Total paralleling time 0,5 min 0,5 to 15 min; OFF

SYN 5100, SYN 5202 (channel 2), SYN 5302 (channels 2)

Slip limit 0,1 % 0,1 to 2 %
Angle limit 5 DEG 5 to 40 DEG
Maximum voltage difference 5% 5 to 40 %
Maximum zero voltage for dead bus 5% 0 to 50 %
Nominal voltage 5V 50 to 130 VAC
Note: The percentages refer to the nominal values

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ENVIRONMENTAL VALUES
Isolation
Dielectric test IEC 255-5 2 kV
Impulse voltage test IEC 255-5 5 kV

Temperature ranges for devices without communication

Transport/storage -40 to +85 °C
Functionable -25 to +70 °C
Operation (compliance with technical data) -10 to +55 °C

Temperature ranges for devices including communication

Transport/storage -10 to +85 °C
Functionable +5 to +70 °C
Operation (compliance with technical data) +5 to +55 °C

Mechanical stability
Vibration IEC 60255-21-1 10 to 150 Hz; cl. 2
Vibration response 1g
Endurance 2g
Shocks and Bumps IEC 60255-21-2 class 2
Shock response 10 g
Withstand 30 g
Bump 20 g
Earthquake
Single axis sine sweep seismic IEC 60255-21-3 Method A
test 5g in each axis
IEEE STD 344-1987

Emission/immunity (EMC)
Emission, terminal disturbance EN 55011/ 0,15 to 0,5 MHz: 79 dB
CISPR 11 0,5 to 30 MHz: 73 dB
Emission, radiation disturbance EN 55011/ 30 to 230 MHz: 30 dB
CISPR 11 230 to 1000MHz: 37 dB
Electrostatic discharges IEC 61000-4-2 Contact: 6 kV
Air: 8 kV
Electromagnetic fields IEC 61000-4-6 0,15 to 80 MHz
10 V; 80 % AM
IEC 61000-4-3 80 to 1000 MHz
10 V/m; 80 % AM
and PM (900 MHz)
Fast transients/Bursts IEC 61000-4-4 ±1 kV / ±2 kV
Surge voltage IEC 61000-4-5 ±0,5 / ±1 / ±2 / ±4 kV
Voltage dips IEC 61000-4-11 AC:
30 %: 10 ms
60 %: 100 ms
>95 %: 5000 ms
1 MHz Burst disturbance IEC 60255-22-1
common mode 2,5 kV
differential mode 1 kV

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RELEVANT STANDARDS
CE-conformity
EMC-Directive: 89/336/EEC
Generic standard EN 50081-2 Emission
EN 50082-2 Immunity

LV-Directive: 73/23/EEC
Safety of information technology EN 60950
equipment
Product standards
Measuring relays and protection IEC 60255-6
equipment Emission
Immunity
Product standard for measuring EN 50263
relays and protection equipment

Hydro Québéc standard for SN-62.1008d

electronic equipment and relays

CONSTRUCTION DATA
Degrees of protection in accordance to IEC 60529
Front IP 54
Rear IP 50
Dimensions
SYN 5100
see illustration of
dimensions
Modular casing designed to snap onto rail
SYN 520x
see illustration of
dimensions
SYN 5302
see illustration of
dimensions
SYN 5500
Casing size (WxHxD) 381*128*50 mm
Modular casing designed to snap onto rail

Weight

SYN 5100 0.3 kg

SYN 5200 (maximum variant) 4 kg
SYN 5302 8 kg

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