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AFR-4 Arc Flash Detection Relay with 4 Channels

AFR-4 Arc Flash Detection Relay with 4 Channels

AFR-4 arc flash detection relay is a versatile and independently operating device for bay based protection. It supports 4-channels arc signal detection and can configuration multiple arc tripping modes, ensuring accurate and fast fault isolation. With a fast relay output speed up to 5ms, AFR-4 can minimize or completely eliminate arc flash damage, improving system safety and reliability. It can be used in various arc protection applications in low or medium voltage power distribution system.

AFR-4 also provides flash warning and dual criteria tripping mechanism (arc detection + current), providing a comprehensive solution for arc flash protection. Integrated RS485/Modbus communication enables seamless remote monitoring and control, which is ideal for modern power systems.

AFR-4 arc flash detection relay is a versatile and independently operating device for bay based protection. It supports 4-channels arc signal detection and can configuration multiple arc tripping modes, ensuring accurate and fast fault isolation. With a fast relay output speed up to 5ms, AFR-4 can minimize or completely eliminate arc flash damage, improving system safety and reliability. It can be used in various arc protection applications in low or medium voltage power distribution system.

AFR-4 also provides flash warning and dual criteria tripping mechanism (arc detection + current), providing a comprehensive solution for arc flash protection. Integrated RS485/Modbus communication enables seamless remote monitoring and control, which is ideal for modern power systems.

Feature

  • ≤5ms fast relay tripping;
  • Regional arc light detection;
  • Multiple combined tripping modes;
  • Circuit breaker failure protection;
  • 4 channels of arc light signals detection;
  • Dual criteria for arc detection and overcurrent detection;
  • Integrated /RS485 MODBUS communication protocol;
  • Support ST visible light and ST ultraviolet sensor access.

Specification

Working power supply
Power supply 85-265Vac/dc

Optional 15-70Vdc (suggestion 24V/48Vdc system volt)

Power consumption ≤8W
Current
Rated current input 5A, Frequency: 50Hz/60Hz; accuracy: 0.5
Rated current output 2.5mA, CT ratio: 2000:1
Measuring range Protection current: 0.06~10In
Error ±2.5%
Linear range 0~40A (Impedance: 20Ω)
Arc signal input
Number of channels 4 channels
Sensor connector type ST (straight tip) fiber/ screw fixing
Sensor lens type Passive physical lens
Transmission medium Plastic optical fiber
Detection light type Visible light/ UV light optional
Optical fiber length 5m/10m/15m
Action time
Arc trip (fast trip) ≤5ms
Pure arc trip (relay output) ≤8ms
Current+ arc trip ≤15ms
Digital input (Opto-isolated)
Quantity 2 DI (For Block/ MT in)
Internal supply voltage 24Vdc (Passive, dry contact; No need external voltage)
Loop current 5-10mA
Max. power consumption 200mW
Action time Max. 18μs
Digital output
Trip output signal Pulse signal, pulse width 120ms
Fast trip relay (IGBT)

(1*Relay for Arc trip, NO)

Load capacity: 10A@250Vac.

Max. switching current: 10 A.

Max. switching voltage: 277Vac.

 

In DC power supply, relay spec:

Load capacity: 12A@24Vdc.

Max. switching current: 12 A.

Max. switching voltage: 300Vdc.

Standard trip relay

(4* Relay for Arc trip, NO.

1* Relay for Arc alarm, NO

1* Relay for MT out)

SPDT contact

(1*Relay for device self-test, NC)

Communication
Communication Interface 1 channel RS485, photoelectric isolation, with lightning protection
Baud rate 4800, 9600bps (default),19200, 38400
Communication protocol Modbus RTU
Environment
Working temperature -10 ~ +55°C
Storage temperature -25 ~ +70°C, humidity: 5~95%RH
Atmospheric pressure 60kPa~106kPa

 

Arc sensor specification: 

Sensor type Visible light sensor UV light sensor
Sensitivity type Full spectrum UV spectrum
Spectral response bandwidth 280nm ~ 550nm 280nm ~ 400nm
Optical threshold 8000lux (±20%) 5mw/cm² (±20%)
Monitoring angle -120°~ 120° -120°~ 120°
Angle decay rate ≤20% ≤10%
Operating temperature -30~70°C -40~85°C
Interface type ST fiber optic/screw fixing ST optical fiber
Optical fiber length 5/10/15 meters 5/10/15 meters

Application

  • Power substations;
  • Box-type substations;
  • Water conservancy projects;
  • Electrical switchgear for thermal power plants;
  • Switchgear for wind farms and photovoltaic stations;
  • Large-scale municipal engineering projects.

Dimension

Din-rail mount dimension

Product dimensionW*H*D: 152*105*50mm, Din-rail mount: 35mm

front dimension of AFR-4 arc falsh detection relay        side deimension of AFR-4 arc flash detection relay

Panel mount dimension

Panel hole size:

 AFR-4 panel hole size

Front view                                                                                              Side view 

AFR-4 front view                        AFR-4 side view

Download

Catalogue of AFR Series ARC Protection Relay

AFR-Installation-instruction-V1.0

AFR-4-User manual-V1.15