Eaton EGR-5000-2A1LB1 Generator Relay - 50/60 Hz, 16DI/9DO

Part Number: EGR-5000-2A1LB1
Manufacturer
Eaton
Part number
EGR-5000-2A1LB1

Quick Summary

Eaton generator relay is a robust protection device designed for generator protection and control. It acts as a centralized protection hub, consolidating voltage, current, and metering functions to reduce wiring complexity and improve response times. Engineers face challenges integrating disparate protection schemes and maintaining reliable remote visibility; this device addresses those pain points with 16 digital inputs, 9 digital outputs, 2 current sensing inputs, and flexible communications. While the data sheet notes manufacturer compliance, it is designed to support essential standards through Eaton's documentation, such as CE, IP, and SIL considerations in typical deployments. With a wide power-supply range, Mbus TCP or DNP3 TCP/UDP over LC duplex ENet, and extension options like IRIG-B and a Sensitive Ground Input, it delivers scalable protection and measurable business value for generator environments.

Product Information

Extended Description

EGR-5000-2A1LB1 Eaton: Eaton, generator relay, EGR-5000, Generator protection relay, Mbus TCP or DNP3 TCP/UDP over LC duplex FO Enet, 5A, 1A, 40-250 Vac, 19-300 Vdc, 16, 9,Generator, 19-300Vdc, 40-250Vac, 50/60 Hz, Projection,Sensitive Ground Input
Product Name
Eaton generator relay
Catalog Number
EGR-5000-2A1LB1
UPC
786679148716
Product Length/Depth
8.06 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
Generator
Type
Generator relay
Product Category
Generator protection relay
Analog inputs
0
Analog outputs
0
Base relay
EGR-5000
Conformal coating
Conformal Coated Circuit Boards
Current sensing inputs
2
Digital inputs
16
Digital outputs
9
I/O options
URTD Interface Trip Coil Monitor Sensitive Ground Input IRIG-B
Phase current
5A, 1A
Sensing inputs
Differential Protection Current Protection and Metering Power Protection and Metering Voltage Protection and Metering
Zone selective interlocking
1
Number of inputs
16
Number of outputs
9
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
Feature → The EGR-5000 offers 16 digital inputs, 9 digital outputs, and 2 current sensing inputs, enabling comprehensive protection logic and metering without needing external PLCs. Benefit → Reduces wiring, simplifies integration, and lowers installed cost while improving fault isolation speed. Application → Ideal for complex generator protection schemes in plants with multiple interlocks and signaling requirements. Feature → Power supply range of 19-300 Vdc and 40-250 Vac with 50/60 Hz operation. Benefit → Flexible installation across diverse generator sets and sites, easing retrofits and new builds. Application → Suitable for mixed AC/DC environments common in industrial power plants. Feature → Communications via Mbus TCP or DNP3 TCP/UDP over LC duplex fiber ENet. Benefit → Enables robust remote monitoring, SCADA integration, and faster fault diagnosis, reducing downtime. Application → Essential for utility-scale and data-center generator rooms needing centralized visibility. Feature → I/O options including URTD Interface, Trip Coil Monitor, Sensitive Ground Input, and IRIG-B. Benefit → Expands protection features, improves trip coordination, and delivers precise time synchronization for reliable interlocking. Application → Critical for high-availability generation and coordinated protection schemes. Feature → Conformal coated circuit boards and Zone Selective Interlocking capability. Benefit → Enhances reliability in harsh environments and enables fast, selective fault isolation. Application → Suitable for outdoor, dusty, or humid installations where protection integrity matters. Feature → Base relay compatibility with EGR-5000 family and a one-year Eaton warranty. Benefit → Streamlined spare-part strategy and predictable service terms, lowering lifecycle risk. Application → Fits ongoing maintenance programs and retrofit projects in industrial settings.

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FAQs

Yes. The EGR-5000-2A1LB1 uses projection mounting designed for panel installations, offering removable terminals to simplify wiring during initial setup and future upgrades. This mounting approach reduces installation time and ensures secure, vibration-resistant deployment in demanding industrial environments.
The relay includes 16 digital inputs, 9 digital outputs, and 2 current sensing inputs. It supports a power supply range of 19-300 Vdc and 40-250 Vac with a 50/60 Hz frequency rating, enabling flexible operation across diverse generator sets and site conditions without external power conditioning.
Yes. The unit is designed as a generator protection relay with protection, metering, and interlocking capabilities. It supports Zone Selective Interlocking and a range of sensing inputs for differential, current, power, and voltage protection, making it suitable for parallel operation and coordinated protection schemes in modern power plants.
The product data indicates manufacturer-compliance guidance and Eaton warranty terms. For specific certifications such as CE, IP ratings, or SIL considerations, consult Eaton's official documentation and the product datasheet to confirm applicable standards for your installation and regulatory requirements.
By consolidating protection, control, and metering into a single package with removable terminals and Conformal Coated PCBs, maintenance is simplified and downtime is reduced. Remote monitoring via Mbus TCP or DNP3 over ENet improves fault diagnosis, enabling faster repairs and a lower total cost of ownership over the equipment’s lifecycle.