MFF

Digital Frequency

Under and overfrequency protection

in AC systems.

Features and Benefits Protection and Control

■ Frequency metering and last trip data ■ Under and overfrequency
■ Part of a modular system ■ Undervoltage inhibit setting
■ Independent 2" modules
■ 1/8 standard 19" rack cases available
■ 3 digit display and reset button

Applications
■ AC systems
■ Load shedding and restoration

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Description MFFs distributed around the ■ output unit with high seismic
system detect this condition and rating
MFF relays are microprocessor trip in order to disconnect the ■ high reliability solid state
based relays that provide protec- loads in a controlled way. This components
tion against frequency variations action must be fast and strong ■ micro-processor based system
in AC systems. enough to allow the system
Fig. 1. Face plate characteristics
MFF relays perform the following recovering. In order to avoid the
functions: complete breakdown of the
■ protection against frequency system, the loads will be restored
variations using the maximum frequency
■ frequency measurement function.
■ register of the frequency and
operation time of the last trip, as
well as the setting level that has Construction
tripped ■ accurate and reliable, with low
MFF relays have two setting power consumption
levels that can be programmed ■ drawout, 1/8 19" rack case
as follows: ■ LED indicating lamps:
■ two maximum frequency In service (green LED)
settings Level 1 trip (red LED)
Level 2 trip (red LED)
■ two minimum frequency settings
■ three-digit display, showing the
■ one maximum and one mini- following data:
mum frequency settings.
F0. status of the equipment
The operation time is independ-
F1. frequency measurement
ent for each level, and it is
F2. last trip level (1 or 2)
adjustable from 0 to 10 sec, the
minimum tripping response F3. last trip frequency
being between 3 and 5 cycles. F4. last trip time
When a quick frequency variation ■ fire resistant, shock resistant,
sealable plastic cover, with exter-
occurs, if the second setting is
nal indicator resets
reached before the first setting’s
operation time is finished, the
first setting will trip before finish- Typical Wiring
ing its time. The relay blocks
Fig. 2. MFF external connections
when the network voltage falls
under an inhibition value, A (+)
adjustable between 40 and 100% B
of the nominal voltage. MFF
C
relays are digital and modular, A1
mounted in a 1/8 rack case. MFF
OVER OR UNDER FREQUENCY
Applications
The minimum frequency function 52 A8
of the MFF is designed specifical- A6 SYSTEM READY
ly to be applied in load shedding
systems, where the accuracy and A4 A7 TRIP CONTACT LEVEL 1
repeatability of the measure-
A5 A9 AUXILIARY
ments are very important. If as a
consequence of a disturbance in CONTACT LEVEL 1
OVER OR UNDER FREQUENCY
the system there is a loss of the
generator’s capacity, so that the A10
load exceeds the generation, the
A11 TRIP CONTACT LEVEL 2
system can collapse.
The first indication is the fall of A3 A12 AUXILIARY CONTACT
frequency, as a consequence of A2 LEVEL 2
the generator’s loss of speed. The (-)
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MFF Technical Specifications

MONITORING TYPE TESTS
The settings are adjusted using the three Isolation Test Voltage: 2 kV, 50/60 Hz, 1 min
push-buttons on the front of the relay: Surge Test Voltage: 5 kV peak, 0.5 J
ENTER, +, -. The chosen setting value Interference: Class III according to CEI 255-22-1
will be shown on the display. Electrostatic Discharge: Class IV according to CEI 255-22-2
Available Ranges: Radio Interference: Class III according to CEI 255-22-3
Frequency Setting (independently for units 1 and 2): Fast Transient: Class IV according to CEI 255-22-4
Type Selection: maximum or minimum Sinusoidal Vibration: Class II according to CEI 255-21-1
Frequency: 42.0 to 67.5 Hz in steps of 0.1 Hz Shock: Class I according to CEI-225-21-2
Timing setting (independently for units 1 and 2): Radio Frequency Emission: According to CEI 41B (Sec.) 81 and
0.00 to 10 sec in steps of 0.05 sec EN55022 class B
Inhibition Voltage Setting: 40 to 100% Vn in steps of 10% : Emisivity according to EN50081-2
Susceptibility according to EN50082-2

OUTPUTS
The MFF basic model provides two auxiliary tripping relays
(1 per level) with a type C contact: ENVIRONMENTAL
Closing Capacity: 3000 W resistive during 0.2 sec Temperature:
with a max of 30 A and 300 VDC Operation: -10°C to +55°C
Breaking Capacity: 50 W resistive with a maximum of Storage: -40°C to +70°C
2 A and 300 VDC Ambient Humidity: Up to 95% without condensation
Make and Carry: 5A
There is also an auxiliary equipment alarm
relay with an NC contact.:
Closing Capacity: 5 A during 30 sec and 250 VDC max
Breaking Capacity: 25 W inductive and 250 VDC max PACKAGING
Make and Carry: 3A Approximate Weight:
Net: 5.06 lbs (2.3 kg)
INPUTS Packaged: 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg)
Nominal Frequency: 50 or 60 Hz
Nominal Voltage: 110 VAC 5
Auxiliary Voltage: 48-125 VAC/VDC
110-220 VAC, 110-240 VDC APPROVALS
Consumption: less than 1.5 W for all voltages Compliant UL - UL listed for USA and Canada
Accuracy: ±0.005 Hz
Repeatability: 0.01 Hz
Permanently Admissible Max Voltage:
220V
*Specifications subject to change without notice.

Ordering
To order select the basic model and the desired features from the Selection Guide below.
MFF 1000 A000 * 00C
MFF 1000 Digital frequency relay
F 24-48 VDC power supply
G 48-125 VDC/VAC power supply
H 110-220 VCA, 110-240 VDC power supply
There is also a possibility to supply special models with different ranges.

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