Eaton generator relay EGR-5000-2B0DA1 - 50/60 Hz
Part Number: EGR-5000-2B0DA1
Quick Summary
The Eaton generator relay is a robust generator protection device designed to monitor generator health and initiate trips to prevent damage. Engineers often struggle with nuisance trips and inconsistent protection across varied power systems, making reliable protection essential. While explicit certifications such as CE, SIL, or IP are not listed in the provided data, the unit supports broad voltage and frequency ranges and offers rich diagnostic and interlock features; confirm with Eaton for your regulatory needs. By leveraging PROFIBUS-DP over fiber and versatile I/O, this relay enables precise coordination, faster fault isolation, and easier integration with modern control architectures, delivering improved uptime and asset protection for critical equipment.
Product Information
Extended Description
EGR-5000-2B0DA1 Eaton: Eaton, generator relay, EGR-5000, Generator protection relay, Profibus-DP , 5A, 1A, 40-250 Vac, 19-300 Vdc, 8, 9, Removable, Generator, 19-300Vdc, 40-250Vac, 50/60 Hz, Projection, Trip Coil Monitor,
Product Name
Eaton generator relay
Catalog Number
EGR-5000-2B0DA1
UPC
786679153659
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
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Application
Generator
Type
Generator relay
Product Category
Generator protection relay
Analog inputs
2
Analog outputs
2
Base relay
EGR-5000
Conformal coating
None
Current sensing inputs
2
Digital inputs
8
Digital outputs
9
I/O options
Trip Coil Monitor IRIG-B URTD Interface
Phase current
5A, 1A
PROFIBUS-DP
over fiber optic ST
Sensing inputs
Power Protection and Metering Differential Protection Voltage Protection and Metering Current Protection and Metering
Zone selective interlocking
1
Number of inputs
8
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: Wide power supply range 19-300 Vdc and 40-250 Vac enables flexible deployment across 24 V and 48 V systems as well as industrial AC buses. Business impact: Reduces the need for multiple protection relays across plants and lowers cabling and procurement costs. Application: Generator protection in hybrid and single-supply facilities, including industrial plants and data centers. Feature: 8 digital inputs and 9 digital outputs with 2 analog inputs and 2 analog outputs. Business impact: Enables complex interlocks, remote signaling, and detailed protection logic, improving fault discrimination and reducing false trips. Application: Coordinated protection schemes for large generators and turbine controls. Feature: Phase current sensing of 5A/1A and multiple protection channels (voltage, current, differential, metering). Business impact: Accurate fault sensing improves selectivity, minimizes downtime, and supports zone selective interlocking for faster clearance. Application: High-reliability power protection in critical installations. Feature: I/O options including Trip Coil Monitor, IRIG-B, URTD Interface. Business impact: Expands compatibility with legacy and modern protection ecosystems, enabling seamless integration with existing RTUs and time synchronization protocols. Application: Utilities and OEMs deploying synchronized protection schemes. Feature: PROFIBUS-DP over fiber optic ST for real-time communications. Business impact: Enhances EMI resilience and data integrity over long runs, reducing miscommunication between control systems. Application: Factory and plant protection networks with fiber-ready networks. Feature: Projection mounting and removable terminals. Business impact: Simplifies installation and maintenance, reduces commissioning time, and improves field serviceability. Application: New builds and retrofit projects where space and serviceability are critical.
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FAQs
The EGR-5000-2B0DA1 is a generator protection relay designed for broad compatibility, featuring 19-300 Vdc and 40-250 Vac supply, 50/60 Hz operation, and PROFIBUS-DP over fiber. It supports multiple I/O options, including Trip Coil Monitor and URTD interfaces, making it suitable for integration with modern control systems as well as legacy protection schemes.
Key specs include a power supply range of 19-300 Vdc and 40-250 Vac, 50/60 Hz frequency, phase current sensing at 5A and 1A, 8 digital inputs, 9 digital outputs, 2 analog inputs, and 2 analog outputs. The device also supports PID-like metering and differential protection options for comprehensive generator protection.
It uses projection mounting and removable terminals for easier installation and field maintenance. With 8 digital inputs and 9 outputs, along with flexible I/O options, it can be wired to fit compact control panels or retrofit projects without extensive rework.
The product is covered by Eaton's policy 25-000, offering one year from the date of installation or eighteen months from shipment, whichever comes first. Confirm regional terms with Eaton for any extended support options or service agreements.
Typical applications include generator protection in power plants, manufacturing facilities, data centers, and large industrial sites. It supports zone selective interlocking, comprehensive protection schemes, and tight integration with industrial networks via PROFIBUS-DP, making it suitable for critical load scenarios requiring fast fault isolation.