SR489-P5-LO-A20-E (GE Multilin 489 Generator Management Relay)
June 02, 2026

SR489-P5-LO-A20-E (GE Multilin 489 Generator Management Relay)

Product Description The SR489-P5-LO-A20-E is a low‑voltage, microprocessor‑based generator management relay from GE Multilin’s 489 series, designed for protection, monitoring, and control of small‑to‑medium synchronous and induction generators. It offers comprehensive electrical and thermal protection, high‑accuracy metering, and flexible communications in a draw‑out, modular design.

Description

Model Interpretation

SR489: 489 series generator management relay

P5: 5 A CT secondary phase current input

LO: Low‑voltage control power (20–60 VDC / 20–48 VAC, 48–62 Hz)

A20: 4 isolated 4–20 mA analog outputs

E: Enhanced front panel (40‑character LCD, no Ethernet)

Technical Parameters

Input & Power

CT Input: 5 A phase (5 channels); 2 ground CT inputs

VT Input: 0–690 V (delta/wye configurable)

Control Power: 20–60 VDC / 20–48 VAC, 48–62 Hz

Power Consumption: ≤8 VA typical

Protection Functions

Stator: Overload (thermal memory), phase overcurrent (voltage‑restrained), ground fault (100% stator earth), negative sequence overcurrent

Rotor: Loss of excitation, reverse power, over/undervoltage, over/underfrequency

Mechanical: Bearing overtemperature (12 RTD inputs), vibration monitoring (4 analog inputs)

Timing: IEC inverse / definite time curves; trip time ≤15 ms (instantaneous)

I/O & Interfaces

Analog Outputs: 4 × 4–20 mA, isolated

Digital Inputs: 9 opto‑isolated (dry/wet contact, ≤1 ms response)

Relay Outputs: 6 Form C (5 A / 250 VAC)

RTD Inputs: 12 × 3‑wire (100Ω Pt, 100/120Ω Ni, 10Ω Cu)

Communication: RS‑232 (front, programming), RS‑485 (Modbus RTU/DNP3.0); no Ethernet

Display & User Interface

Display: Enhanced 40‑character backlit LCD

Indicators: 10 LED status (RUN, TRIP, ALARM, FAULT, SERVICE)

Keypad: Numeric/navigation for local programming

Mechanical & Environmental

Dimensions: 177.5 mm H × 128.5 mm W × 119 mm D

Mounting: DIN rail or panel mount

Enclosure: Flame‑retardant plastic; IP50 (front), IP20 (overall)

Operating Temp: -40°C to +70°C

Storage Temp: -40°C to +85°C

Humidity: 5–95% non‑condensing

Certifications: UL, CE, CSA, IEC 60255

Metering & Diagnostics

Metering: 3‑phase current/voltage, power, energy, frequency, PF, demand (0.5% accuracy)

Diagnostics: Event log (512 events), fault recorder (128‑cycle oscillography), pre‑trip data

Thermal Modeling: RTD biasing, current unbalance biasing, cooling time constants

Core Functions

Comprehensive Generator Protection: Guards against stator/rotor electrical faults and mechanical issues (bearing overheating, vibration).

Precision Monitoring: Real‑time tracking of electrical parameters and winding/bearing temperatures via RTDs.

Low‑Voltage Compatibility: Wide‑range LO power for 24/48 VDC industrial systems.

Flexible Control: Configurable grid‑connection logic, protection curves, and fault responses.

SCADA Integration: Modbus RTU/DNP3.0 over RS‑485 for remote monitoring/control.

Enhanced Local Operation: Large LCD for clear diagnostics and on‑site programming.

Applications

Industrial Generators: Small‑to‑medium synchronous/induction generators (low‑voltage)

Power Plants: Auxiliary generators, co‑generation systems

Oil & Gas: Onshore generator sets, gas turbine units

Water Treatment: Biogas generators, backup power systems

Manufacturing: Emergency/standby generators, island‑mode operation

Usage & Maintenance

Installation: Mount on DIN rail/panel; wire CT/VT, LO control power, RTDs, and communications.

Programming: Use front keypad or connect to EnerVista 489 software via RS‑232.

Configuration: Set CT/VT ratios, protection curves, RTD types, and I/O mapping.

Maintenance: Inspect terminals annually; update firmware periodically; verify settings after system changes.


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