Eaton distribution relay EDR-5000-2A0BA1 - RS485 Modbus RTU
Part Number: EDR-5000-2A0BA1
Quick Summary
Eaton distribution relay EDR-5000-2A0BA1 provides remote monitoring and feeder protection for complex electrical networks. Engineers often struggle with coordinating feeder protection and telemetry across Modbus RTU networks, risking misalignment between protection settings and SCADA visibility. Certifications and compliance details vary by region; check with the manufacturer for SIL, CE, IP ratings and any region-specific approvals. This device is designed to streamline integration with your protection and metering schemes, while offering a robust power range and flexible I/O. Leveraging its 50/60 Hz compatibility and RS-485 communication, it delivers measurable business value through reduced wiring, faster commissioning, and improved reliability in feeder applications.
Product Information
Extended Description
EDR-5000-2A0BA1 Eaton: Eaton distribution relay, EDR-5000, Modbus RTU or DNP3 RTU over RS485, 5A, 1A, 40-250 Vac, 19-300 Vdc, 8, 11,Feeder,1 0, 1, over RS-485, 19-300Vdc, 40-250Vac
Product Name
Eaton distribution relay
Catalog Number
EDR-5000-2A0BA1
UPC
786679144541
Product Length/Depth
8.05 in
Product Height
8.7 in
Product Width
9.72 in
Product Weight
9.259 lb
Warranty
Eaton Selling Policy 25-000, one (1) year from the date of installation of the Product or eighteen (18) months from the date of shipment of the Product, whichever occurs first.
Compliances
Contact Manufacturer
Application
Feeder
Type
Distribution relay
Product Category
Distribution relay
Analog inputs
0
Analog outputs
0
Base relay
EDR-5000
Conformal coating
None
Communication
Modbus RTU or DNP3 RTU over RS485
Current sensing inputs
1
I/O options
Trip Coil Monitor IRIG-B
Modbus / DNP3 RTU
over RS-485
Phase current
5A, 1A
Sensing inputs
Power Protection and Metering Voltage Protection and Metering Current Protection and Metering
Zone selective interlocking
1
Number of inputs
8
Number of outputs
11
Power supply range
19-300Vdc, 40-250Vac
Power consumption
40-250 Vac, 19-300 Vdc
Frequency rating
50/60 Hz
Mounting method
Projection
Terminals
Removable
Voltage sensing inputs
1
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Eaton Specification Sheet - EDR-5000-2A0BA1
Feature: RS485 Modbus RTU communication (and DNP3 RTU capability via RS-485) enables seamless SCADA integration and remote telemetry. Impact: Improves visibility, enables real-time monitoring, and reduces on-site visits for status checks. Application: Feeder protection networks and utility-scale panels where centralized control and monitoring are required. Feature: Dual power range 19-300 Vdc / 40-250 Vac supports both DC and AC supply environments. Impact: Plugs into diverse plant architectures with a single protective relay, reducing stock and wiring complexity. Application: Control rooms and field panels with mixed voltage supplies. Feature: 8 inputs and 11 outputs with configurable protection logic and metering. Impact: Increased control granularity, enabling zone selective interlocking and precise fault isolation. Application: Power protection and metering in medium to large feeders. Feature: Current sensing inputs and phase current options (5A, 1A) plus I/O options like Trip Coil Monitor IRIG-B. Impact: Accurate fault detection and time-synchronised coordination with other protection devices. Application: High-reliability feeder protection, redundant signaling, and archival timing. Feature: Projection mounting and removable terminals simplify installation and maintenance. Impact: Faster commissioning, easier field wiring, and safer rack integration. Application: Industrial control panels and switchgear assemblies where space is at a premium. Feature: Zone selective interlocking (ZSI) support and Power/Voltage/Current protection and metering capabilities. Impact: Reduces fault energy and improves restoration times. Application: Utility feeder configurations and large electrical networks requiring selective tripping. Insight: In practice, the EDR-5000-2A0BA1 is valued for its flexible communications, broad input/output footprint, and straightforward installation, making it a practical upgrade for legacy protection schemes seeking modern telemetry alignment.
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FAQs
The EDR-5000-2A0BA1 is designed for projection mounting in control panels and uses removable terminals for straightforward field wiring. It offers 8 inputs and 11 outputs, supports a wide power range of 19-300 Vdc or 40-250 Vac, and utilizes RS-485 for Modbus RTU or DNP3 RTU communications, simplifying panel layout and wiring changes during upgrades.
Its RS-485 interface supports Modbus RTU and DNP3 RTU protocols, enabling reliable telemetry and control from SCADA systems. This simplifies data collection from protection and metering signals, reduces wiring complexity, and provides a streamlined path for remote status monitoring and fault reporting in feeder networks.
Yes. The EDR-5000-2A0BA1 is designed for 50/60 Hz operation and supports dual voltage inputs, including 19-300 Vdc and 40-250 Vac, making it compatible with common utility and industrial feeder configurations while delivering reliable protection and metering capabilities.
Key features include current sensing inputs, phase current ratings of 5A and 1A, and protection/metering across power, voltage, and current domains. It also supports Zone Selective Interlocking (ZSI) and Trip Coil Monitor options. These capabilities help minimize fault energy, improve selective tripping, and provide accurate metering data for performance analysis.
Warranty terms are Eaton’s standard policy: one year from installation or 18 months from shipment, whichever occurs first. Compliance details are not specified in the data; verify region-specific certifications (SIL, CE, IP, etc.) with Eaton to ensure the product meets local regulatory requirements.