Cat EGP Switchgear

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SPECS SUMMARY

ConfigurationConfigurable PLC based switchgear capable of controlling and monitoring multiple generator sets, tie and load breakers in conjunction with downstream transfer switches for standby or emergency applications
Modes of OperationMulti-unit Island and multi-unit standby mode with optional redundant controls and components.
ApplicationLV and MV (208V - 38 kV)
ANSI Protective Devices15/25, 27/59, 81 O/U, 32, 40, 50, 51
EGP (Emergency Generator Paralleling) switchgear is used for paralleling multiple generators that are not directly connected to a utility source.

Specifications

ConfigurationConfigurable PLC based switchgear capable of controlling and monitoring multiple generator sets, tie and load breakers in conjunction with downstream transfer switches for standby or emergency applications
Modes of OperationMulti-unit Island and multi-unit standby mode with optional redundant controls and components.
ApplicationLV and MV (208V - 38 kV)
ANSI Protective Devices15/25, 27/59, 81 O/U, 32, 40, 50, 51
CertificationsIBC, CBC, UBC & OSHPD Certified
Control Panel EnclosureNEMA 1 or NEMA 3R Freestanding Construction
Operating Temperature0°C to 50°C
Storage Temperature-20°C to +60°C
Low Voltage StandardsNEMA SG-5, CSA, ANSI C37.51, ANSI C37.20.1, UL 1558 or UL 891, NFPA 110, NFPA 99 and NFPA 70
Medium Voltage StandardsNEMA SG-5, ANSI / IEEE C37.20.2, CSA-C22.2 No. 31-M89, EEMAC G8-3.2, NFPA 70, NFPA 99 and NFPA 1110

Benefits and Features

  • High Speed Supervisory Network
  • Automatic Start/Stop
  • Automatic “Dead Bus” Coordination
  • Programmable Load Shed / Load Add Functions
  • Networked Engine Communications
  • Generator Protection
  • Engine Tuning
  • Mode Selection
  • Selectable Auto/ Manual Control
  • Password Protection for Protective Settings and Setup
  • Load/No Load Test
  • Touch Screen (HMI) Display
  • NFPA 99/110 Compliant Alarm
  • Annunciation with Audible Horn
  • Engine Control mimic Screen with gauges for RPM, DC Battery Voltage oil Pressure, Engine Coolant temperature, Engine Hours, Number of starts

Standard Equipment

  • Choice of 19” Surface Acoustic Wave Color or 15” Resistive Color Touchscreen
  • Emergency Stop Button for each generator
  • Instant Auto Switch
  • Generator Demand Priority Control
  • Audible Alarm & Horn Silence Button
  • Circuit Breaker Control Switch with Indicators

Optional Equipment

  • * Accomodates interface with a building management system for monitoring all system parameters via Modbus RTU or TCP
  • * Provides additional discrete synchronization protection
  • * To monitor breaker status, alarms, metering and other operating parameters