GE UR8GH UR 8GH CT/VT Ground Protection Module Brand New

Product Description

The GE UR8GH is a high-precision CT/VT Ground Protection Module from the GE Multilin UR series. It delivers accurate current and voltage measurement for advanced power system protection and monitoring. Its modular design ensures seamless integration into bay control systems while supporting flexible configurations for diverse industrial applications. Moreover, the module combines multiple protection functions with modern communication protocols, enhancing operational reliability across power generation, transmission, and distribution networks.

Engineered for harsh industrial environments, the UR8GH supports redundant Ethernet modules, providing high availability and minimizing downtime. In addition, it offers compatibility with the GE EnerVista suite, simplifying configuration, monitoring, and system diagnostics. Its robust architecture ensures precise detection of ground faults, overloads, and over-voltage conditions, making it indispensable for critical industrial automation systems.

Key Features

• Provides precise current and voltage measurements from CTs and VTs for reliable ground fault detection.
• Multiple protection functions including overload, short circuit, over-voltage, and ground fault protection.
• Supports flexible communication via Ethernet (Modbus TCP/IP, SRTP) and fieldbus interfaces (Profibus, EtherCAT).
• Redundant design ensures high system availability and reliability in mission-critical environments.
• Modular architecture allows seamless integration into existing bay control and relay systems.
• Compatible with GE EnerVista software suite for configuration, monitoring, and diagnostics.

Technical Specifications

Hardware & Performance

• Program Capacity: 2 MB
• Data Capacity: 1 MB
• Processor Update Rate: 15 Hz (processor), Output 30 Hz
• Weight: 0.2 kg
• Maximum Update Rate: 50 ms

Electrical & Inputs

• Analog Inputs: 4–20 mA signals for temperature, pressure, water level, etc.
• CT/VT Inputs: High-precision measurement for ground fault detection
• Input Resistance: 22 MΩ (typical, DC coupled)
• Power Supply: 220 V AC (processor) or 5 V DC (relay module)
• Protection Functions: Overload, short circuit, over-voltage, ground fault

Communication & Integration

• Ethernet Protocols: Modbus TCP/IP, SRTP
• Fieldbus Interfaces: Profibus, EtherCAT
• Redundancy: Supports redundant Ethernet modules

Environmental & Reliability

• Operating Temperature: –40 °C to +70 °C
• Storage Temperature: –40 °C to +85 °C
• Designed for harsh industrial environments

Typical Applications

• Power generation plants, substations, and industrial distribution networks
• Integration with bay control and relay automation systems
• Ground fault, overload, and over-voltage protection for critical industrial equipment
• Monitoring and protection in utility and industrial automation systems

FAQ

Q: What does the GE UR8GH module measure? A: It measures current and voltage from CTs and VTs to provide ground fault and overload protection.

Q: Can the module operate in harsh environments? A: Yes, it supports –40 °C to +70 °C operation and is designed for industrial reliability.

Q: Which communication protocols are supported? A: Modbus TCP/IP, SRTP, Profibus, and EtherCAT are supported, including redundant Ethernet.

Q: Is the module compatible with software for monitoring and configuration? A: Yes, it works seamlessly with the GE EnerVista suite for configuration and diagnostics.