Eaton ARCON 2.0 Series Parts list manual

MA_Arcon_en.qxd/04.2018b / MN014007ENEaton Industries (Austria) GmbH, Eugenia 1, A-3943 Schrems
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ARCON®2.0
Arc protection system
Operation and configuration instructions
Technical description

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Table of Contents
1. General ........................................................................................................ 5
1.1. ARCON 2.0 arc protection system components............................................................ 5
1.1.1. Master unit ARC-EM/2.0 ................................................................................... 6
1.1.2. I/O units ARC-EP10-2/2.0, ARC-EP10/2.0, ARC-EL3/2.0 and ARC-EC1/2.0 .. 7
1.1.3. Quenching device ARC-AT............................................................................... 8
1.1.4. Arc sensors ARC-SP, ARC SL and ARC-SM.................................................... 9
1.1.5. Other system components ...................................................................................
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1.2. Operational safety........................................................................................................ 10
2. User interface ................................................................................................ 11
2.1. Front panel of the master unit ARC-EM/2.0................................................................. 11
2.1.1. Display and status indications......................................................................... 12
2.1.2. Buttons and programming switches................................................................ 13
2.1.3. Moving in menus............................................................................................. 14
2.2. I/O unit ........................................................................................................................ 15
2.2.1. ARC-EP10-2/2.0.............................................................................................. 16
2.2.2. ARC-EP10/2.0................................................................................................. 17
2.2.3. ARC-EL3/2.0................................................................................................... 18
2.2.4. ARC-EC1/2.0................................................................................................... 19
3. ARCON 2.0 arc protection system operation and troubleshooting.......... 20
3.1. System status indications ............................................................................................ 20
3.1.1. Arc fault........................................................................................................... 21
3.1.2. Overcurrent alarm ........................................................................................... 22
3.1.3. Self-supervision alarm..................................................................................... 23
3.1.4. Fault codes...................................................................................................... 24
3.2. Using programming switches....................................................................................... 28
3.2.1. Master unit’s programming switches............................................................... 28
3.2.2. Programming switches - I/O units ................................................................... 29
3.3. Adjusting the overcurrent setting ................................................................................. 32
3.4. Configuration of the arc protection system .................................................................. 34
3.4.1. Checking system configuration ....................................................................... 35
4. System commissioning................................................................................ 36
4.1. Testing - general.......................................................................................................... 36
4.2. Performing the testing.................................................................................................. 36
4.3. Periodic commissioning............................................................................................... 36
5. Introduction ................................................................................................... 37
5.1. Purpose........................................................................................................................ 37
5.2. Main properties............................................................................................................ 37

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6. Functions ...................................................................................................... 38
6.1. Protection functions ..................................................................................................... 38
6.1.1. Arc (fault) protection ....................................................................................... 38
6.1.2. Circuit breaker failure protection stage ........................................................... 38
6.2. Measurements............................................................................................................. 39
6.3. Output relay functions.................................................................................................. 39
6.4. Self-supervision ........................................................................................................... 39
6.5. BI/O bus interface........................................................................................................ 40
6.5.1. Connection to I/O unit...................................................................................... 41
6.5.2. Connection to quenching device ARC-AT ...................................................... 41
7. Interfaces ......................................................................................................42
7.1. Rear panel view........................................................................................................... 42
7.1.1. ARC-EP10-2/2.0.............................................................................................. 45
7.1.2. ARC-EP10/2.0................................................................................................. 46
7.1.3. ARC-EL3/2.0 .................................................................................................. 47
7.1.4. ARC-EC1/2.0................................................................................................... 48
7.2. Analogue measurements............................................................................................. 49
7.3. Digital inputs (BI/O bus)............................................................................................... 49
7.4. Auxiliary power supply................................................................................................. 49
7.5. Output relays................................................................................................................ 50
7.5.1. ARC-EM/2.0.................................................................................................... 50
7.5.2. ARC-EP10/2.0, ARC-EL3/2.0 and ARC-EC1/2.0............................................ 50
7.5.3. ARC-EP10-2/2.0.............................................................................................. 50
7.6. Block diagram.............................................................................................................. 51
7.6.1. ARC-EM/2.0.................................................................................................... 51
7.6.2. ARC-EP10-2/2.0.............................................................................................. 52
7.6.3. ARC-EP10/2.0................................................................................................. 53
7.6.4. ARC-EL3/2.0................................................................................................... 54
7.6.5. ARC-EC1/2.0................................................................................................... 54
8. Technical data ............................................................................................... 55
8.1. Connections................................................................................................................. 55
8.1.1. Measuring circuits ........................................................................................... 55
8.1.2. Auxiliary power supply..................................................................................... 56
8.1.3. Digital inputs (BI/O bus) .................................................................................. 57
8.1.4. Trip contacts.................................................................................................... 58
8.1.5. Alarm contacts................................................................................................. 59
8.1.6. Communication bus interface.......................................................................... 59
8.1.7. Local serial communication port...................................................................... 59
8.2. Tests and environmental conditions ............................................................................ 60
8.2.1. Electrical safety tests....................................................................................... 60
8.2.2. Mechanical tests.............................................................................................. 61
8.2.3. Environmental conditions................................................................................ 61
8.2.4. Casing............................................................................................................. 61
8.2.5. Package .......................................................................................................... 62
8.3. Protection stages......................................................................................................... 63
8.3.1. Arc (fault) protection........................................................................................ 63
8.3.2. Circuit breaker failure protection stage (50BF)................................................ 63

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9. Construction.................................................................................................. 64
9.1. Dimensional drawings.................................................................................................. 64
9.1.1. ARC-EM/2.0 panel mounting and self-flush.................................................... 64
9.1.2. ARC-EP10-2/2.0 din rail mounting.................................................................. 65
9.1.3. ARC-EP10/2.0 din rail mounting ..................................................................... 66
9.1.4. ARC-EL3 din rail mounting.............................................................................. 67
9.1.5. ARC-EC1/2.0 din rail mounting....................................................................... 68
9.1.6. Fiber sensor mounting..................................................................................... 69
9.1.7. Point sensor mounting..................................................................................... 70
9.1.8. ARC-SP........................................................................................................... 71
9.2. Unit installation............................................................................................................. 71
9.2.1. ARC-EM/2.0.................................................................................................... 72
9.2.2. I/O units........................................................................................................... 74
9.2.3. Connecting separate auxiliary power supplies................................................ 75
9.2.4. Arc sensors ..................................................................................................... 77
9.2.5. Multiple master connection via BI/O bus interface...........................................80
9.2.6. Appendix/Earthing instructions........................................................................ 81
10.Application examples ................................................................................... 82
10.1.Applications.................................................................................................................. 82
10.1.1. With a main busbar system............................................................................. 82
10.1.2. With two main busbar systems........................................................................ 83
10.1.3. With two main busbar systems and additional zone selection (4 zones)........ 84

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1. General
This first part, Operation and configuration instructions, of the Manual contains a general de-
scription of and user instructions for the ARCON 2.0 Arc Protection System components and
functions. This section also includes parametering and configuration instructions and instruc-
tions for changing the setting values.
The second part, Technical description, contains a detailed description of the protection func-
tions, application examples and technical data.
1.1. ARCON 2.0 arc protection system components
ARCON 2.0 is an easily adaptable arc protection system for the protection of electricity distri-
bution systems. ARCON 2.0 significantly reduces the risk of potential personal damage, and
material and production losses caused by arc fault.
ARCON 2.0 benchmark data:
• system operating time 6..8 milliseconds (trip relay output)
1..2 milliseconds (triggering quenching device)
• accurate location of arc fault
• four selective protection zones
• self-supervision of the entire system
• system cabling with standard cables
• automatic system configuration
• phase current measuring
• earth-fault current measuring
ARCON 2.0 complies with the latest standards concerning the electromagnetic compliance
(EMC) of protective relays.
Figure: ARCON 2.0 Arc Protection System
ARCON 2.0 is a modular system consisting of a master unit, I/O units, arc sensors and the
quenching device.
Thanks to its modularity, the system can easily be adapted to different targets requiring arc
protection, from simple systems comprising one master unit and one I/O unit to versatile
selective systems comprising several master units.
The ARCON 2.0 arc protection system is suitable for low voltage switchgear systems. In ad-
dition to new switchgear, the system can also be installed on existing switchgear.

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1.1.1. Master unit ARC-EM/2.0
Figure: The master unit ARC-EM/2.0
The master unit ARC-EM/2.0 contains the following functions:
• 3-phase overcurrent and arc stage
• Alternatively, 2-phase overcurrent, earth-fault and arc stage
• Circuit breaker failure protection stage
(CBFP - not relevant for applications with quenching device)
• Optional trip criteria (I>&L>, I0>&L> or L>)
• Two mutually independent tripping groups
• Four output trip relays
• Four protection zones
• BI/O bus for light and overcurrent information
• Status, fault and trip indications
• Accommodates up to 16 I/O units
• System self-supervision

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1.1.2. I/O units ARC-EP10-2/2.0, ARC-EP10/2.0, ARC-EL3/2.0, and ARC-EC1/2.0
Figure: I/O units ARC-EP10-2/2.0, ARC-EP10/2.0 , ARC-EL3/2.0 and ARC-EC1/2.0
• Sensors are connected to the master unit via I/O units
• ARC-EP10-2/2.0 accommodates up to 10 arc sensors
3 sensors with dedicated trip outputs
• ARC-EP10/2.0 accommodates up to 10 arc sensors
• ARC-EL3/2.0 accommodates up to 3 fibre loops
• ARC-EC1/2.0 accommodates up to 3 current transformers
• ARC-EP10-2/2.0 is equipped with 3 output trip relays
• ARC-EP10/2.0, ARC-EL3/2.0 / ARC-EC1/2.0 are equipped with one output trip relay
• Indication of active sensor
• Protection zone addresses (max. 4 zones)
• Detachable external wiring terminal blocks
(does not apply to the current terminals of ARC-EC1/2.0)
• Connection for a portable arc sensor (ARC-EP10/2.0 and ARC-EL3/2.0)
• Free placement in the switchgear
• Intra-unit cabling with factory-made modular cable or instrumentation cable

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1.1.3 Quenching device ARC-AT
Figure: ARCON quenching device ARC-AT-T
The quenching device ARC-AT-… is a 3-pole rapid shorting device. Its function is to extin-
guish the arc fault.
Two pyrotechnic pressure elements serve as the switching drive, providing the necessary en-
ergy upon tripping to drive the switch.
In case of a busbar selective system structure one quenching device per busbar segment has
to be installed in the low voltage switchgear.
Special Information for quenching device ARC-AT-...
With regard to the lifespan of the pyrotechnic actuators it is recommended that the quenching
device ARC-AT-... is to be replaced after 12 years of service.
Danger
You are not allowed to open the ARCON quenching device ARC-AT-... under
any circumstances. It contains pyrotechnic objects that can explode and cause
serious injury, if handled improperly.
The replacement of the quenching device ARC-AT... can be done by Eaton After Sales Ser-
vice personnel. They have special training in handling pyrotechnical equipment and are au-
thorized to conduct this kind of operation.
For an quote for the replacement of ARCON quenching device ARC-AT-... contact the Eaton
After Sales Service.
Disused quenching devices must be returned to the Eaton After Sales Service for proper dis-
posal.

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1.1.4. Arc sensors ARC-SP, ARC-SL and ARC-SM
Sensors placed in the switchgear transfer the light information to the I/O units.
Arc sensor ARC-SP
Figure: Arc sensor ARC-SP
• Strong light is transformed to a current signal in the sensor
• ARC-EP10/2.0 transfers the current signal to the master unit
• Standard cable lengths 6 m and 20 m
• The sensor type offers a cost-effective arc protection solution
• Easy to install and replace
• Normal installation involves one sensor in each switchgear compartment
• Self-supervised arc sensor
Arc fibre sensor ARC-SL
Figure: Arc fibre sensor ARC-SL
• The fibre sensor is a durable glass fibre, which is manufactured in lengths of
10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 20 and 25 metres (the active sensor length is always 5m less)
• The detected light information is transferred to the ARC-EL3/2.0 unit inside the fibre
• The fibre will be installed to go through the supervised compartments
• Monitoring the light information with a fibre system is a cost-effective solution
e.g. in low voltage switchgears with several compartments
• Self-supervised arc sensor

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Portable arc sensor ARC-SM
Figure: Portable arc sensor ARC-SM
• Improves personal safety when working with live voltage switchgear.
• The sensor is to be connected to the nearest light I/O unit (ARC-EP10/2.0 or
ARC-EL3/2.0) using a snap-in connector
• Cable length 5 metres
• The sensor is designed to be attached e.g. to the edge of a pocket in the technician’s
working wear
1.1.5. Other system components
Modular cable ARC-CC
Figure: Modular cable ARC-CC
The I/O and master units are to be connected to each other using a modular cable approved
by the manufacturer. The cable is equipped with quick- disconnect connectors.
Modular cables are available in lengths of 0.5, 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 10, 15, and 20 metres.
NOTE! The total length of the modular or instrumentation cables of the system, measured from the
master unit to the furthest I/O unit, may not exceed 100 metres.
1.2. Operational safety
Dangerous voltages may occur at the terminal in the back panel of the master unit, even
though the auxiliary power supply has been disconnected. Do not open the secondary circuit
of a live current transformer. Disconnecting the secondary circuit of a live current transformer
may cause dangerous overcurrents! Always observe all national and regional regulations and
guidelines.
Read any instructions carefully before performing any operations.

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2. User interface
The control and acknowledgement functions of the ARCON 2.0 arc protection system are
mainly carried out using the push buttons on the master unit. Information on equipment status
and operation can also be read on the master unit’s display and indicator lights.
2.1. Front panel of the master unit ARC-EM/2.0
Figure: Master unit ARC-EM/2.0 - front panel
The front panel of the master unit contains all the programming and control buttons, and the
DIP-switches that control the operation of the master unit.
ARC-EM/2.0
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2.1.1. Display and status indications
Figure: Master unit ARC-EM/2.0 - display and status indications
1. Operating status indication lights, see section ‘Moving in menus’
RUN normal operation
INSTALL system configuration
INFO system configuration check
TEMP SET reserved for future use
TEMP reserved for future use
CURRENT current setting limit and measurement indication
ERROR reading and resetting of fault memory
2. Display
3. POWER indicator light, indicates all supply voltages are in order.
4. COM indicator light, blinks in INSTALL mode when the master units and I/O units are
communicating.
5. ERROR indicator light, indicates internal fault detected by the relay self-diagnostics.
NOTE! The light also blinks dimly in normal operating mode (visible only in the dark).
6. Trip indication lights, indicate which trip stages have been activated.
7. I>int LED light, indicates overcurrent activation of the master unit.
8. I>ext LED light, indicates overcurrent activation outside the master unit.
NOTE! Any rippling in the display is due to its refresh rate.
NOTE! Moving in the operating menus does not affect the operation of the arc protection; the system
is ready to activate once the system has been configured and while the master unit is con-
nected to an operating voltage.
ARC-EM/2.0

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2.1.2. Buttons and programming switches
Figure: Buttons and programming switches
1. Programming switches for the trip relay matrix
(factory setting - all DIP switches in „OFF“ position)
NOTE! The configuration of the DIP switches must be done properly before operating the system!
2. Selection switch for the secondary current of the current transformer
3. Overcurrent setting knob (IL1, IL3), setting range 0.5...6*In (factory setting 1.0*In)
4. Overcurrent setting knob (IL2, I0), setting range 0.05...5*In (factory setting 1.0*In)
NOTE! The configuration of the overcurrent setting must be done properly before operating
the system!
5. Navigation keys
6. SET push button for activating functions
7. ENTER push button for executing functions
8. Communication port for loading software updates, not needed in normal operation.
For more details on the trip relay matrix, see section 3.2. Using programming switches.
Programming switches (factory setting):
All DIP switches are in „OFF“ position and the setting of the current transformer (CT) ratio is
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2.1.3. Moving in menus
Figure: Moving in the mode menu
RUN
INSTALL
INFO
ERROR CODE
RUN
INSTALL
INFO
CURRENT
ERROR CODE
Information of last
activation
(I/O unit no. / sensor no.)
Number of I/O units and
sensors connected to
master unit
Number of sensors
in specific
I/O unit
Indication of pick-up
current and
instantaneous currents
Sensor no. or
error code
Use the trimmer for adjust
the level of pick-up current
Use push-button for
clearing error codes (one
error code in time)
Use push-button for check
number of sensors connected
to active I/O unit
Use push-button for
configurate the system
Use push-button for
reset I/O units indicators
and trip relays
TEMP SET
Reserved for
future use
TEMP
Reserved for
future use
RUN
Use push-button for
clearing the memory

Select the operating status with the up and down navigation keys on the master unit.
To activate a function, use the S key. A blinking display indicates that the function has been
activated. Press E to confirm the execution of an activated function. To cancel an activated
function, press S again.
Use the left and right navigation keys to browse parallel information; for example, you can
change the I/O unit you wish to view in the INFO mode or compare the current limit setting
values the measured earth-fault and/or phase currents.
NOTE! If you do not touch the buttons for one minute, the master unit automatically returns to the
normal operating mode (RUN). Regardless of which menu is displayed the arc system will al-
ways be ready to operate!
2.2. I/O unit
Usually, there is no need to touch the front panel during normal operation, since all the ne-
cessary information can be read from the master unit display. However, after a new installa-
tion or a system expand you will need to program certain functions (zone/address, trip output)
in the I/O unit.
NOTE! If you unfasten the terminal blocks during installation, remember to tighten the fixing screws
after installation! Also tighten the screws even if you did not unfasten the blocks.
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2.2.1. ARC-EP10-2/2.0
Figure: Arc sensor I/O unit ARC-EP10-2/2.0
1. Connection for portable arc sensor (ARC-SM)
2. Programming switches (factory setting - all DIP switches in „OFF“ position)
NOTE! The configuration of the DIP switches must be done properly before operating the system!
3. POWER indicator light, indicates that the supply voltages of each component are in order.
4. COM indicator light, lit when the master unit and I/O units are communicating.
5. ERROR indicator light, indicates an internal fault detected by the component’s self-
diagnostics. Such faults include faulty arc sensor or changes in the amount of sensors.
6. Connector sockets for the modular cables
7. LED lights indicating sensor activation
8. Terminal block for ten arc sensors
9. Portable arc sensor ARC-SM connected and operational
10. Portable arc sensor activated
11. I/O unit trip relays activated
12. Terminal block for output relay
ARC-EP10-2/2.0
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2.2.2. ARC-EP10/2.0
Figure: Arc sensor I/O unit ARC-EP10/2.0 front panel
1. Connection for portable arc sensor (ARC-SM)
2. Programming switches (factory setting - all DIP switches in „OFF“ position)
NOTE! The configuration of the DIP switches must be done properly before operating the system!
3. POWER indicator light, indicates that the supply voltages of each component are in order.
4. COM indicator light, lit when the master unit and I/O units are communicating.
5. ERROR indicator light, indicates an internal fault detected by the component’s self-
diagnostics. Such faults include faulty arc sensor or changes in the amount of sensors.
6. Connector sockets for the modular cables
7. LED lights indicating sensor activation
8. Terminal block for ten arc sensors
9. Portable arc sensor ARC-SM connected and operational
10. Portable arc sensor activated
11. I/O unit trip relay activated
12. Terminal block for external communication and BI/O channels and trip signal
ARC-EP10/2.0
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2.2.3. ARC-EL3/2.0
Figure: Arc fibre sensor I/O unit ARC-EL3/2.0 front panel
1. Connection for portable arc sensor (ARC-SM)
2. Programming switches (factory setting - all DIP switches in „OFF“ position)
NOTE! The configuration of the DIP switches must be done properly before operating the system!
3. POWER indicator light, indicates that the supply voltages of each component are in order.
4. COM indicator light, lit when the master units and I/O units are communicating.
5. ERROR indicator light, indicates an internal fault detected by the component’s self-
diagnostics. Such faults include faulty arc sensor or changes in the amount of sensors.
6. Connector sockets for the modular cables
7. LED lights indicating sensor activation
8. Terminals for three fibre sensors
9. Portable arc sensor ARC-SM connected and operational
10. Portable arc sensor activated
11. I/O unit trip relay activated
12. Terminal block for external communication and BI/O channels and trip signal
ARC-EL3/2.0
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2.2.4. ARC-EC1/2.0
Figure: Current I/O unit ARC-EC1/2.0 front panel
1. Programming switches (factory setting - DIP switches 1...5 in „ON“ position / 6...8
in „OFF“ position
NOTE! The configuration of the DIP switches must be done properly before operating the system!
2. POWER indicator light, indicates the supply voltages of each component are in order.
3. COM indicator light, lit when the master units and I/O units are communicating.
4. ERROR indicator light, indicates an internal fault detected by the component’s self-
diagnostics. Such faults include faulty current transformer or phase current unbalance.
5. Connector sockets for the modular cables
6. LED lights indicating that I> stage has started
7. Terminals for three current transformers
8. Current transformer programming switches (factory setting - all DIP switches in „ON“
position
NOTE! The configuration of the DIP switches must be done properly before operating the system!
9. Overcurrent setting knob (IL1, IL3), setting range 0.5...6*In (factory setting 2.0*In)
10. Overcurrent setting knob (IL2, I0), setting range 0.05...5*In (factory setting 2.0*In)
NOTE! The configuration of the overcurrent setting must be done properly before operating
the system!
11. I/O unit trip relay activated
12. Terminal block for external communication and BI/O channels and trip signal
13. Indicator LEDs for current setting

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3. ARCON 2.0 arc protection system operation and troubleshooting
Under normal conditions the arc protection system requires very little attention. The only ser-
vicing measures required in field conditions are scheduled operational tests, the intervals and
scope of which depends on local legislation.
3.1. System status indications
The arc protection system has an extensive indication for different operation modes e.g. sen-
sor activated, overcurrent activated, arc protection tripped, and disturbance. System configu-
ration and measurements can also be checked during operation.
Figure: ARCON 2.0 in normal mode
In normal mode, only the RUN and POWER indicator lights are lit continuously. The COM in-
dicator light blinks occasionally, indicating communication between units and during installa-
tion. The POWER indicator lights of the I/O units must be also permanently on and the COM
indicator light blinks during communication.
ARC-EM/2.0