1. eVD4 - The Smart eVolution Primary distribution circuit-breaker with integrated protection, control and sensors
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2. eVD4: The Smart eVolution Complete integration in a single device
HMI
(panel interface)
Current and voltage sensor in each pole
Measuring
Protection and control
Communication
Equipped with Relion® technology: protection and control unit RBX615 with IEC61850 and Goose 2

3. eVD4: The Smart eVolution Medium voltage vacuum circuit-breaker
Innovation and a sound foundation
of proven technology:
Since 1987, over 550,000 VD4 circuit
breakers have been successfully
installed in a wide range of applications,
worldwide
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4. eVD4: The Smart eVolution Reduce time from purchase to commissioning
Standard panel
Version with eVD4 4

5. eVD4: The Smart eVolution Versions, specifications, standards
Fixed / Withdrawable for UniGear ZS1
switchgear and PowerCube units
Specifications:
Up to 17.5 kV rated voltage
Up to 2,500 A rated current
Up to 40 kA (3 s) breaking capacity
Standards:
IEC 62271, EMC EN (2000), EN (2007) 5

6. eVD4 - The Smart eVolution Components
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7. eVD4: The Smart eVolution Sensors
Current sensor
Sensor converts primary circuit current and voltage into a signal
Rogowski coil measures current
Capacitive divider measures voltage
Measurements are in class 1:
1/5P Rogowski coil
1/3P capacitive divider
Voltage sensor 7

8. eVD4: The Smart eVolution Sensors
Advantages:
Absolutely linear voltage and current signals
Low potential signal is safer for people and auxiliary equipment
Extremely low energy usage
Fewer raw materials used
Automatic sensor selection, depending on relay configuration 8

9. eVD4: The Smart eVolution RBX615 unit based on Relion® technology
The integrated unit provides protection, control, measuring and monitoring functions for substations. It also protects overhead lines, cable lines and motors.
Protection functions adapt to any radial and meshed network, regardless of earthing layout.
IEC compliant; supports communication between substation equipment and messaging system (GOOSE) in native mode.
Dedicated automatic configuration tool (PCM600) 9

10. eVD4: The Smart eVolution RBX615 unit based on Relion® technology
GOOSE: Generic Object Oriented
Substation Event
Units based on Relion® technology installed in switchgear communicate with each other and, through a network switch, with the substation’s control system.
Communication board:
Ethernet, two channels
Communication protocols:
Native IEC (including GOOSE)
TCP/IP Modbus® 10

11. eVD4: The Smart eVolution RBX615 unit based on Relion® technology
Pre-configurations:
Feeder 1: Non-directional overcurrent protection and non-directional earth fault protection (current only)
Feeder 2: Non-directional overcurrent protection and directional earth fault protection based on measurement of phase voltage values (current and voltage)
Feeder 3: Directional overcurrent protection and directional earth fault protection based on measurement of phase voltage values and overvoltage and undervoltage protection (current and voltage)
Motor 1: Motor protection with measurement and protection functions based on current (current only)
Motor 2: Motor protection with measurement and protection functions based on current and voltage (current and voltage) 11

12. eVD4: The Smart eVolution Human-machine interface (HMI)
HMI allows the integrated unit to be parameterized, and displays the mimic diagram and certain values
Large, multi-page double display: Single-line diagram (SLD) page (left) + Standard menu (right)
8 LEDs
Power supply: V dc/ac 12

13. eVD4: The Smart eVolution Specific connector for eVD4
Connects auxiliary circuit of the circuit-breaker and integrated unit with auxiliary switchgear circuits
Two Ethernet ports transmit digital and communication signals 13

14. eVD4 - The Smart eVolution Advantages
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15. eVD4: The Smart eVolution Performance improvements and integration advantages
Performance improvements by
component harmonization and
optimization leading to a MV system
simplification and to an increase of the
overall reliability.
The eVD4 offers specific advantages
compared with a standard MV solution
in all stages of the panel life cycle 15

16. Advantages along the panel life cycle Specification and ordering
Specification and flexibility:
No need to define any parameters for the sensors
RBX615 pre-configuration can be customized
Supply management:
A complete MV solution (CB, Relay and Sensor) can be obtained with just one single order and one single reference 16

17. Advantages along the panel life cycle Installation, Less wiring, Flexibility
The eVD4 is a ready to install solution. The components are internally wired. All the wiring is instantaneously connected to the switchgear through the CB plug.
Less effort for engineering and wiring:
The switchgear is highly standardized
Less risk of errors and increased safety and reliability
Easier and faster engineering
Shorter and reliable connections
Flexibility for last minute modification:
The integrated solution is more versatile and flexible. 17

18. Advantages along the panel life cycle Installation, Less wiring, Flexibility – Low Voltage Compartment
Standard circuit breakers
eVD4 18

19. Advantages along the panel life cycle Testing, Maintenance, Spare parts
Easy and complete testing of the whole measurements chain by primary injection:
It is possible to test the whole measurement
chain by a primary injection in the CB
contacts, easily accessible without any
modification in the panel.
Easy maintenance, reduced Mean Time To Repair (MTTR):
Standard accessories with few variances,
readily available for easy maintenance.
Self-diagnostic functions
System quickly repaired in case of failure (no
stops in production)
Optimization of the spare parts in stock 19

20. Advantages along the panel life cycle
Testing, Maintenance, Spare parts
Easy removable integrated protection and control unit:
The unit is fixed in a docking unit by means of screws
Facilitates easy access and service

21. Advantages along the panel life cycle Retrofit and revamping
Extremely simple and straightforward solution for retrofitting and revamping:
Faster and easier revamping process
Flexibility thanks to sensors high range of linearity and RBX615 programmability
No need to act on CTs and VTs as they come with the eVD4
Reduced effort for wiring and retesting 21

22. Advantages along the panel life cycle Switchgear simplification and easy operation
Specification
Ordering
Easy to install
Less effort for engineering and wiring
Less effort for Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) while increasing safety and reliability
Flexibility and easier last minute modifications
Extremely simple and straight forward solution for retrofitting and revamping
Easy maintenance and reduced Mean Time To Repair (MTTR)
Optimization of the spare parts in stock 22

23. eVD4 - The Smart eVolution More than a product
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24. eVD4: The Smart eVolution Not only a product: Training
Our specialized team helps you get the most out of the integrated circuit
breaker:
eVD4
Level 1 (Basic): circuit-breaker and basic maintenance
Level 2 (Advanced): advanced maintenance
Level 3 (Specialist): service activities
Integrated protection and control unit (RBX615)
Programming control and protection functions (communication, GOOSE, etc.) 24

25. eVD4: The Smart eVolution Not only a product: Customer support
Complete set of documentation and marketing material:
All the information you may need on the eVD4 documentation
A specific eVD4 support line is available
Technical drawings and electrical diagrams available in electronic version 25

26. eVD4 - The Smart eVolution What is coming next
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27. eVD4: The Smart eVolution Integrated protection and control unit RBX615
New Features for the release 2.0:
RS485 CommCard and Modbus RTU
Optical Ethernet COM card
HMI function keys
Automatic relay configuration recovery by the HMI (a backup of the application will be stored in the HMI)
Automatic parameterization of the CB condition monitoring function for an effective diagnostic of the CB.
eVD4 used with RIO600 to have flexibility in the number of I/Os 27

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29. eVD4 - The Smart eVolution Protection Functions
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30. eVD4: The Smart eVolution Protection Functions30

31. eVD4: The Smart eVolution Protection Functions31

32. eVD4: The Smart eVolution Protection Functions32

33. eVD4 - The Smart eVolution Digital I/Os
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34. eVD4: The Smart eVolution Digital Inputs34

35. eVD4: The Smart eVolution Digital Outputs35