Eaton EGR-5000-2B1BB0 Generator Relay - RS-485 Interface
Part Number: EGR-5000-2B1BB0
Quick Summary
The Eaton generator relay protects generator operation in power plants and distributed generation systems. Engineers often struggle with aligning protection schemes across multiple assets and ensuring reliable Modbus RTU or DNP3 RTU communication over RS-485. Certification details vary by region and installation and are provided by Eaton upon request. This device combines flexible I/O, robust isolation, and serial-network compatibility to help you meet uptime targets while simplifying panel design. By integrating the EGR-5000-2B1BB0, you gain a generator protection relay that supports generator protection and metering with minimal wiring, supporting the business case for safer, compliant, and cost-efficient protection.
Product Information
Extended Description
EGR-5000-2B1BB0 Eaton: Eaton, generator relay, EGR-5000, Generator protection relay, Modbus RTU or DNP3 RTU over RS485, 5A, 1A, 40-250 Vac, 19-300 Vdc, 8, 9,Generator, over RS-485,19-300Vdc, 40-250Vac, 50/60 Hz ,Trip Coil Monitor,Sensitive Ground Input
Product Name
Eaton generator relay
Catalog Number
EGR-5000-2B1BB0
UPC
786679150481
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
2
Analog outputs
2
Base relay
EGR-5000
Conformal coating
Conformal Coated Circuit Boards
Current sensing inputs
2
Digital inputs
8
Digital outputs
9
I/O options
URTD Interface IRIG-B Trip Coil Monitor Sensitive Ground Input
Modbus / DNP3 RTU
over RS-485
Phase current
5A, 1A
Sensing inputs
Voltage Protection and Metering Differential Protection Current Protection and Metering Power 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
Semi-flush
Terminals
Removable
Voltage sensing inputs
1
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The EGR-5000-2B1BB0 offers eight digital inputs, two analog inputs, and nine digital outputs with two analog outputs, enabling complex protection logic and precise event signaling. This flexibility reduces miscoordination across protective schemes and enables rapid fault isolation in generator facilities, improving uptime for critical loads and power plants. Application: generator protection in utility-scale and industrial plants with varied protection requirements. Feature → Business Impact → Application: RS-485 communication supports Modbus RTU or DNP3 RTU, enabling seamless SCADA integration and remote monitoring. The outcome is faster diagnostics, reduced manpower for field checks, and safer operations across distributed generation sites. Application: integration with existing control systems and remote supervision. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Wide power supply range 19-300 Vdc and 40-250 Vac, plus 50/60 Hz support, simplifies panel design and inventory, decreasing both wiring complexity and spare parts. Application: mixed-voltage environments and multi-site installations. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Conformal coating and removable terminals ease installation, upgrades, and field maintenance, improving reliability and reducing training time for technicians. Application: harsh industrial environments and serviceable control panels. Feature → Business Impact → Application: I/O options including URTD, IRIG-B Trip Coil Monitor, and Sensitive Ground Input offer precise fault signaling and synchronization capabilities. Application: advanced protection schemes and time-coordinated protection in generator banks. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Modbus and DNP3 RTU over RS-485 provide industry-standard networking, enabling turnkey integration with existing control architectures. Application: retrofits and new builds requiring scalable protection with migration paths to SCADA systems.
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FAQs
The EGR-5000-2B1BB0 supports RS-485 communication for Modbus RTU or DNP3 RTU, allowing straightforward integration with existing SCADA or control system networks. Its removable terminals and semi-flush mounting simplify panel integration and reduce field wiring time, making retrofits or new installs faster and less error-prone.
Key specs include digital inputs/outputs (8/9) and analog inputs/outputs (2/2), phase current options of 5A and 1A, and a broad power-supply range of 19-300 Vdc or 40-250 Vac with 50/60 Hz operation. The unit supports voltage protection, differential protection, current protection, and metering, enabling comprehensive generator protection without multiple devices.
Yes. The EGR-5000-2B1BB0 is designed for generator protection in diverse environments, including combined heat and power (CHP) and remote generator sites. Its flexible I/O, RS-485 communications, and wide voltage/frequency range support reliable protection and monitoring across varied layouts and load profiles.
Compliance details for the EGR-5000-2B1BB0 are provided by Eaton and vary by region and installation. For definitive certifications (CE, SIL, IP, etc.), consult Eaton directly or request a certificate pack to ensure alignment with your regulatory requirements.
Benefits include reduced downtime through faster fault isolation, easier SCADA integration reducing field service time, and inventory simplification from a single protection relay with broad input/output capability. The integration supports predictive maintenance and improved protection accuracy, translating to lower operating costs and higher generator availability.