
Description
The ABB SYN5202-0271 is a high-accuracy digital automatic synchronizing relay designed to safely and precisely connect generators or power sources to live electrical grids or busbars.As part of ABB’s(now Hitachi Energy)comprehensive protection and control portfolio,it ensures voltage,frequency,and phase angle alignment within tight tolerances before issuing a close command—preventing damaging inrush currents and mechanical torque transients.
This compact,panel-mountable unit combines real-time vector measurement,predictive slip calculation,and adaptive closing logic to deliver seamless synchronization even under dynamic grid conditions,making it indispensable in power generation,industrial cogeneration,and microgrid applications.
Application Scenarios
At a district heating plant in Northern Europe,frequent manual generator synchronization caused breaker contact erosion and occasional shaft torsional stress alarms.After installing the ABB SYN5202-0271,the plant achieved fully automatic,bumpless connections—reducing synchronization time from 3–5 minutes to under 45 seconds.The relay’s predictive closing algorithm consistently closed breakers at<0.5°phase difference,eliminating mechanical shocks.Over two years,breaker maintenance intervals doubled,and unplanned outages dropped by 60%.For this facility,the ABB SYN5202-0271 wasn’t just a relay—it was a reliability multiplier.
Parameter
Main Parameters Value/Description
Product Model SYN5202-0271
Manufacturer ABB/Hitachi Energy
Product Category Automatic Synchronizing Relay(Auto-Synchronizer)
Voltage Input Range 100–690 V AC(phase-to-phase or phase-to-neutral)
Frequency Measurement Accuracy±0.001 Hz
Phase Angle Resolution 0.1 electrical degrees
Synchronization Window Configurable:ΔV≤±5%,Δf≤±0.1 Hz,Δφ≤±2°(default)
Closing Lead Time Compensation Adaptive,20–200 ms(auto-calibrated)
Communication Interfaces 2×Ethernet(IEC 61850,Modbus TCP),1×RS-485(Modbus RTU)
Display&Interface Integrated LCD+keypad for local operation and diagnostics
Mounting Method Panel mount(flush or surface)or DIN rail adapter
Environmental Rating IP54 front panel,operating temp:-25°C to+70°C
Certifications IEC 61508 SIL 2,CE,UL 61010-1,IEEE C37.90
Technical Principles and Innovative Values
Innovation Point 1:Vector-Based Real-Time Matching–Unlike legacy relays that compare scalar values,the ABB SYN5202-0271 continuously computes rotating voltage vectors of both sources,enabling true phasor alignment even during rapid frequency swings.
Innovation Point 2:Adaptive Closing Prediction–The relay learns breaker closing time through historical data and dynamically adjusts its“close”command timing,ensuring contact closure occurs precisely at zero phase difference—critical for large steam turbines.
Innovation Point 3:Multi-Mode Operation–Supports generator-to-grid,generator-to-bus,bus-to-bus,and islanding resynchronization,making it ideal for complex microgrids or black-start scenarios.
Innovation Point 4:Built-In Diagnostics&Asset Health–Monitors breaker wear via cumulative close energy and contact bounce analysis,providing predictive maintenance alerts directly on the HMI or SCADA.
Innovation Point 5:Cyber-Integrated Architecture–Native IEC 61850 GOOSE allows direct interlocking with protection relays(e.g.,REF615),while MMS enables remote sync initiation from DCS or operator workstations.
Application Cases and Industry Value
A Caribbean island utility deployed three ABB SYN5202-0271 units to manage diesel generators and solar+storage hybrid sources during frequent hurricane-related grid separations.During a Category 3 storm,the system automatically re-synchronized all units within 90 seconds of grid restoration—restoring power to hospitals and water pumps faster than ever before.Operators reported zero synchronization failures over 18 months,despite daily islanding events.The utility credited the ABB SYN5202-0271 with improving community resilience and reducing diesel consumption by 12%through smoother load transitions.
In another case,a steel mill in Germany integrated the ABB SYN5202-0271 into its captive power plant to support rolling mill motor restarts after brief outages.The relay’s fast,precise sync eliminated torque spikes that previously damaged gear couplings—extending equipment life and avoiding$250k/year in repair costs.
Related Product Combination Solutions
ABB REF615:Feeder protection relay—pairs with ABB SYN5202-0271 for coordinated sync-and-trip logic via GOOSE.
ABB REM615:Motor protection relay—enables safe resynchronization of large synchronous motors.
ABB PCM600:Engineering tool—for configuration,testing,and commissioning of ABB SYN5202-0271 logic and communication.
ABB SPAU330C:Auxiliary power supply—provides reliable 24/48/110/220 V DC for the synchronizer and breaker coils.
ABB 5STP3645L0001:Redundant power module—for critical applications requiring dual-fed power.
Hitachi Energy MicroSCADA:SCADA platform—visualizes sync status,phase vectors,and event logs from ABB SYN5202-0271.
ABB LTB245:Live tank circuit breaker—with compatible closing time for optimal ABB SYN5202-0271 performance.
ABB SYN5100:Legacy synchronizer—ABB SYN5202-0271 serves as its modern,IEC 61850-ready replacement.
Installation,Maintenance,and Full-Cycle Support
The ABB SYN5202-0271 installs easily into standard control panels with minimal wiring—only voltage inputs from both sources,breaker status feedback,and optional close/trip outputs are required.Its intuitive LCD interface guides technicians through initial setup,including PT ratios,sync limits,and breaker timing calibration.Commissioning is accelerated by built-in test modes that simulate voltage drift and phase shift without live sources.
Maintenance is largely predictive:the unit logs every synchronization event—including phase error,closing time deviation,and breaker health metrics—accessible via Ethernet or USB.Firmware updates are performed remotely,and configuration backups can be stored on SD card or engineering workstation.In harsh environments(e.g.,coastal or dusty plants),the IP54-rated front panel ensures long-term reliability.
We supply every ABB SYN5202-0271 as a factory-tested,brand-new or certified refurbished unit,backed by a 12-month warranty and lifetime technical advisory support.Our engineers provide application-specific tuning—whether for hydro turbine ramp rates,gas engine frequency instability,or microgrid islanding dynamics—ensuring your synchronization is not just safe,but optimal.
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