Eaton ETR-5000-2B2GA1 Transformer Relay - Modbus RS-485

Part Number: ETR-5000-2B2GA1
Manufacturer
Eaton
Part number
ETR-5000-2B2GA1

Quick Summary

The Eaton transformer relay provides transformer protection and monitoring for power transformers in industrial plants. Operators often struggle to coordinate protection schemes, integrate remote diagnostics, and share status across disparate systems. Key considerations include scalable Modbus RTU or DNP3 RTU communications, universal power ranges, and a clear upgrade path from legacy relays. This combination delivers reduced downtime, faster fault isolation, and improved compliance with industry protection standards. By supporting a broad input/output set and flexible mounting, it fits both retrofit and greenfield projects. For teams evaluating alternatives, the model aligns with Eaton's E-series approach, combining familiar protection logic with modern diagnostics. In practice, engineers gain clearer event records, quicker maintenance planning, and measurable return on investment.

Product Information

Extended Description

ETR-5000-2B2GA1 Eaton: Eaton, transformer relay, ETR-4000, Transformer protection relay, Modbus RTU or DNP3 RTU over D-SUB / RS485, 5A, 1A, 40-250 Vac, 19-300 Vdc, 8,9,Transformer, D-Sub / RS-485, 19-300Vdc, 40-250Vac, 50/60 Hz, Projection,Sensitive Ground Input
Product Name
Eaton transformer relay
Catalog Number
ETR-5000-2B2GA1
UPC
786679158067
Product Length/Depth
8.06 in
Product Height
8.7 in
Product Width
9.72 in
Product Weight
9.3 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
Transformer
Type
Transformer relay
Product Category
Transformer protection relay
Analog inputs
2
Analog outputs
2
Base relay
ETR-4000
Conformal coating
None
Communication
Modbus RTU or DNP3 RTU over D-SUB / RS485
Current sensing inputs
2
Digital inputs
8
Digital outputs
9
I/O options
Trip Coil Monitor Sensitive Ground Input IRIG-B URTD Interface
Modbus / DNP3 RTU
D-Sub / RS-485
Phase current
5A, 1A
Sensing inputs
Current Protection and Metering Differential Protection Power Protection and Metering Voltage Protection and Metering
Zone selective interlocking
2
Number of inputs
8
Number of outputs
9
Power supply range
19-300Vdc, 40-250Vac
Frequency rating
50/60 Hz
Power consumption
40-250 Vac, 19-300 Vdc
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
Terminals
Removable
Mounting method
Projection
Voltage sensing inputs
1
Terminals
Removable
Feature: 8 digital inputs and 9 digital outputs with 2 analog inputs and 2 analog outputs. Benefit: Flexible protection logic and signaling capacity enable precise fault isolation and permissive interlocking, reducing nuisance trips and facilitating accurate metering and control in large electrical systems. Application: transformer protection and metering in substations and manufacturing plants with diverse instrumentation needs. Feature: Modbus RTU or DNP3 RTU over RS-485 communication. Benefit: Smooth SCADA integration, remote monitoring, and centralized diagnostics, cutting engineering time and improving system visibility. Application: asset health monitoring and protective relay coordination across distributed facilities. Feature: Wide power supply range of 19-300 Vdc and 40-250 Vac, with 50/60 Hz compatibility. Benefit: Universal installation compatibility, simplifying spares management and reducing wiring errors. Application: new builds and retrofits in mixed-voltage environments. Feature: Base relay compatibility with ETR-4000. Benefit: Lower upgrade costs and simplified migration path, preserving proven protection logic. Application: retrofits in aging protection schemes without disrupting critical operations. Feature: I/O options including Trip Coil Monitor, Sensitive Ground Input, IRIG-B URTD Interface. Benefit: Expanded protection, timing, and synchronization capabilities, supporting critical infrastructure and precise event timing. Application: power protection schemes requiring robust interlock and precise time stamping. Feature: D-Sub / RS-485 Modbus/DNP3 communication interface. Benefit: Reliable long-distance communication in industrial environments with robust noise immunity. Application: integration with existing control cabinets and fieldbus networks.

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FAQs

ETR-5000-2B2GA1 is designed as an upgrade path from the ETR-4000 base relay. It shares core protection logic and provides expanded I/O and modern communications, enabling a straightforward migration with minimal re-wiring. Compatibility typically includes preserving protection schemes while adding enhanced inputs, outputs, and RS-485 communication for Modbus RTU or DNP3 RTU.
The relay supports a power supply range of 19-300 Vdc and 40-250 Vac, with a 50/60 Hz frequency rating. It offers 8 digital inputs, 9 digital outputs, 2 analog inputs, and 2 analog outputs. Communications are via Modbus RTU or DNP3 RTU over RS-485, enabling flexible integration with SCADA and protection systems.
Yes. The device is purpose-built as a transformer protection relay with protection, metering, and interlocking capabilities. Its Modbus RTU / DNP3 RTU communication supports remote monitoring, while the 8/9 I/O configuration provides robust signaling and control for fault isolation, trip coordination, and synchronized operations in substation environments.
Certification details are model-specific and should be confirmed with Eaton. Typical considerations include CE marking for European compliance, SIL safety implications for protection relays, and IP ratings for enclosure protection. Always request the latest certification documentation from Eaton to ensure regulatory alignment with your installation site.
ROI is driven by reduced downtime, faster fault isolation, and streamlined maintenance through remote diagnostics and SCADA integration. The ETR-5000-2B2GA1 supports a single upgrade path from legacy relays, lowering retrofit costs, while expanded I/O and robust communication reduce field engineering time and ongoing maintenance expenses.