BE3-25A Auto-Synchronizer

CLASS 300 EQUIPMENT

BE3-25A
AUTO-SYNCHRONIZER
(Single Phase)

In applications requiring parallel operation of multiple generators or a single

generator to an energized station bus, the BE3-25A automatically synchronizes
the oncoming generator to the bus. The automatic synchronizer monitors the
voltage on each side of the generator circuit breaker and determines when the
proper phase relationship exists between the generator voltage and bus voltage.
If the phase angle, frequency, and voltage magnitude of the oncoming generator,
with respect to the station bus, are not within the tolerances allowed for proper
synchronizing, the automatic synchronizer provides frequency and voltage
correction signals through summing point signals or raise/lower output contacts
prior to circuit breaker closure.
APPLICATION
Many emergency generator systems require the first generator to automatically AND FEATURES
close onto a de-energized bus prior to synchronizing additional generators. The
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BE3-25A includes an optional dead-bus feature for this application.

FEATURES DESCRIPTION AND

SPECIFICATIONS
• Generator frequency, phase angle, and voltage matching through either
bipolar corrective signals or raise/lower corrective output contacts.
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• Frequency matching capture range is ±3 Hertz of the bus frequency.
• Dead-bus closing option. INTERCONNECT
• Qualified to the requirements IEEE C37.90a-1974 Surge Withstand DRAWINGS
Capability and IEC 255-5, 6, and 20. pages 4-7
• CSA certified, UL recognized, GOST-R certified.
• Automatic or remote reset of corrective signals.
• Bipolar correction signal provides direct control of Basler Electric voltage OUTLINE DRAWING
regulator.
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• Built-in operational test.
• Mechanically rugged and compact, high reliability.
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INFORMATION
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
The basic BE3-25A monitors the oncoming generator and FREQUENCY MATCHING: Five frequency matching op-
bus voltages and permits synchronizing the generator to tions are available. The synchronizer will provide correc-
an energized station bus or another generator when the tion signals when the phase angle and/or slip frequency
following predetermined conditions are satisfied: exceed the settings. These signals cause the governor to
increase or decrease the prime mover’s speed.
A) The slip frequency is ±0.1 hertz or less.
B) The phase angle differential is equal to or less than Four frequency options are available:
the selected setting ranging from ±5° to ± 20°
adjustable in five degree increments. TYPE A: Provides a low voltage signal to AMBAC Interna-
C) The generator and bus voltage differential is less tional governors, type CU673C.
than the selected voltage difference setting continu- TYPE B: Provides a proportional bipolar signal to Barber
ously adjustable ranging from ±5% to ±15% of the Colman governors, types DYNl, ILS.
bus voltage. TYPE C: Provides contact outputs for motor operated
control operation.
When a jumper is connected across the 0.75 second time TYPE W: Provides a proportional bipolar signal to Wood-
delay terminals of the unit, the automatic synchronizer will ward governors, types 1712-1724, 2301, 2301A.
synchronize the generator when the generator voltage
within the selected voltage difference setting and the The correction signals are proportional to the magnitude
measured phase angle and slip frequency are less than the of the slip frequency and phase angle, and continue until
following: the conditions for breaker closure are satisfied. Frequency
correction signals are at maximum until the generator
frequency is within ±3 hertz of the station bus frequency,
Phase Max. Slip then becomes proportional.
Angle Setting Frequency
VOLTAGE MATCHING: If optional voltage matching is
specified, the synchronizer provides correction signals to
±5° ±.037Hz the generator regulator when the difference between the
generator and bus voltages exceeds the predetermined
front panel setting.
±10° ±.074Hz
Two types of voltage correction signals are optionally
available:
±15° ±0.1 Hz
OPTION 1: Bipolar correction signal (proportional to the
magnitude of monitored voltage difference) for use with
±20° ±0.1 Hz
summing point input Basler voltage regulator types
AVC63-12, AVC125-10, DECS, SSR, SR, KR, and XR; and
When the phase angle, frequency, and voltage are within exciter regulators, Types SSE and SER-CB.
predetermined limits, the automatic synchronizer ener-
gizes the isolated synchronizing output relay initiating OPTION 2: Raise/lower output contacts provide control
generator circuit breaker closure, illuminates the sync LED signals for a motor operated control.
and immediately resets the frequency and phase angle The value of allowable difference for breaker closure is
correction signals. The correction signal can be reset when selectable in 1% increments over the range of ±1% to ±5%
desired by installing a normally open contact between the by adjusting a printed circuit board mounted switch
reset terminals of the synchronizer. Closure of this contact, accessible from the front panel. The corrective signals are
together with the energization of the synchronizing output continuous until conditions for breaker closure are satis-
relay for breaker closure, will reset the correction output fied.
signals.
DEAD BUS: Selection of the dead bus feature enables the
BE3-25A to close the circuit breaker connecting the
oncoming generator to a de-energized bus. The dead bus
voltage is continuously adjustable from 10 to 50 Vac (at
120V tap) by a printed circuit board mounted potentio-
meter accessible from the front panel. The dead bus option
is inhibited from operation by removal of the jumper
connected across the dead bus terminals.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical: VOLTAGE MATCHING:
POWER SUPPLY: Designed to receive its input through Raise/lower Contact: Continuous contact closure signal.
a jumper connection from either the generator voltage Contacts rated: 2 amps at 240 Vac (resistive) or 28 Vdc
input terminals or bus voltage input terminals. A front panel 2 amps (resistive) 1/3 HP at 120 Vac.
light emitting diode (LED) illuminates to indicate the
power supply is providing normal operation voltages to Summing Point: Bipolar signal compatible with Basler
the synchronizer. A decrease of the input voltage to the Electric voltage regulator types AVC63-12, AVC125-10,
power supply below 80 Vac causes the synchronizer to DECS, SSR, SR, KR, and XR; and exciter regulators types
remove all correction signals to the controlled electronic SSE and SER-CB.
governor and voltage regulator. Burden is 11 VA.
BREAKER CLOSING ANGLE: ±5° to ±20° range adjust-
able in 5° increments.
Power Supply
VOLTAGE ACCEPTANCE:
Max. Operating Range Frequency Basic Synchronizer: ± 5% to ±15% of the bus voltage
front panel accessible continuous adjustment.
80-140 Vac 50 Hz
180-264 Optional Voltage Matching Differential: 1 - 5% adjust-
able in 1% increments. Front panel accessible switch.
87-153 Vac 60 Hz
167-304 DEAD BUS:
Dead bus voltage level is continuously adjustable over the
range of 10 to 50 Vac ±5% (at the 120 Vac tap) by a
front panel accessible potentiometer.
SENSING INPUT: The generator and bus voltage input
sensing circuits impose a maximum of 2 VA burden on the Physical:
potential transformers at nominal voltage. The generator
OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40°C (-40°F) to 70°C
and bus inputs are rated for 150% of nominal input for a (158°F).
time period of two seconds. Table 1 defines the sensing
STORAGE TEMPERATURE: -65°C (-85°F) to 85°C
input range for the monitored generator and bus voltages. (185°F).
SHOCK: Withstand 15Gs in each of three mutually
Sensing Input Range perpendicular axes.
FINISH: Dark gray, textured, baked enamel.
120 Vac 240 Vac Burden WEIGHT: 4 lbs. (1.82kg).
VIBRATION: Tested and withstands the following:
50 Hz 80-140 Vac 180-264 Vac
2 VA
60 Hz 87-153 Vac 167-304 Vac
Frequency Level
TABLE 1
5-18 Hz 0.06 inch double
RATED FREQUENCY: 50/60 Hz amplitude

BREAKER CLOSURE: Contact rated for 4 amps at 120 18-30 Hz 1G

Vac or 28 Vdc (resistive); 4 amps at 220 Vac (resistive).
30-48 Hz 0.02 inch double
FREQUENCY/PHASE ANGLE MATCHING amplitude
CORRECTION SIGNALS:
Raise/Lower Contact: Continuous contact closure signal. 48-70 Hz 2.5 Gs
Contacts rated: 2 amps at 240 Vac (resistive), or 28 Vdc
2 amps (resistive), 1/3 HP at 120 Vac.

Summing Point: ±4 Vdc (maximum) bipolar signal com-

patible with Barber Colman electronic summing point
governors. American Bosch electronic governors + 5 ±4
Vdc. Woodward electronic governors ±6 Vdc (maximum)
bipolar. All outputs are isolated.

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INTERCONNECTIONS

Output Breaker (Sync) Connection

Figure 1 - Sync Output Connection

Summing Point Governor

Figure 2 - Ambac International CU673C Figure 3 - Barber-Colman DYN1 Interconnection

Interconnection

Figure 4 - Barber-Colman ILS Interconnection Figure 5 - Woodward 2301 Interconnection

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INTERCONNECTIONS, continued

Summing Point Governor (continued)

Figure 6 - Woodward 1712-1724 Interconnection Figure 7 - Woodward 2301 A Interconnection

Raise/Lower Contacts ⎯ Voltage Regulator/Governor

Figure 8 - Raise/Lower Contact Interconnection

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INTERCONNECTIONS, continued

Voltage Regulator ⎯ Summing Point

Figure 9 - Basler XR2001, XR2002, XR2003 Figure 10 - Basler KR, SRF, SRH, SRE
Interconnection Interconnection

Figure 11 - Basler SSE, SER-CB Interconnection Figure 12 - Basler SRA Interconnection

Figure 13 - Basler SSR Interconnection

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INTERCONNECTIONS, continued

Power and Sensing Connections ⎯ All Options

Figure 14 - 120 VAC, Power from Bus Figure 15 - 240 VAC, Power from Bus

Figure 16 - 120 VAC, Power from Generator Figure 17 - 240 VAC, Power from Generator

NOTE: The potential transformer is required only if the bus/generator votlage is other than that requried
by the BE3-25A for sensing and input power (i.e.: 120 or 240 Vac).

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ORDERING
HOW TO ORDER
Designate the model number followed by the style number.

Figure 18 - Outline Drawing

Note: Dimensions in parentheses are expressed in millimeters.

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