Product Specification

37560A

RGCP-3400

Redundant Genset
Control Panel for
mission critical
Applications

DESCRIPTION
 For mission critical applica-
Woodward’s dual modular Redundant Genset Control tions
Panel (RGCP) was designed to provide an additional layer
of power system reliability in mission-critical applications,  Pre-Wired, factory tested turn-
such as data centers, hospitals, or critical industrial pro- key assembly
cesses where the cost of an outage greatly exceeds the
installed cost of a redundant control system. Based on the  Based on the proven easY-
familiar easYgen-3400 series genset control, the RGCP
includes all the features, functionality and proven quality of gen-3400 series hardware
the industry-leading easYgen-3000 series paralleling gen-
set controls.  “Bump-less” transfer between
primary/stand-by controllers
The RGCP-3400 is delivered as a fully-wired, factory tested turn-key assembly that easily interfaces with a
PLC-based SCADA system. The space-conscious design greatly simplifies switchgear construction and pro-
vides peace of mind in critical applications, where even a momentary loss of the on-site power system may re-
 “Hot-Swap” capability for
sult in substantial monetary loss or risk to life or security hazards. online maintenance or re-
placement
At the heart of the RGCP is a pair of Woodward easYgen-3400 series genset controllers, each housed in a ro-
bust metal enclosure. Specially designed firmware allows the two controls to operate in tandem in a pri-
mary/standby configuration. Should the CPU of the primary unit fail, control is automatically transferred to the
 Manual key switch for com-
stand-by unit and “bump-less” genset control is resumed; there is negligible effect on generator stability or load missioning, maintenance, and
sharing during the transfer, even during start-up and synchronization. Manual transfer between primary and troubleshooting
standby controls is also possible through a key switch, for making fail-safe check, firmware upgrades, or “hot-
swapping” controllers for any reason. The RGCP can be used on an isolated generator or can load share with  Available Redundant fiber op-
up to 32 RGCP (or easYgen-3400/3500) equipped gensets in islanded or utility parallel operation. Communica-
tic ring communication
tion and load sharing between RGCP’s in a system can be done over a redundant fiber optic ring network topol-
ogy; any single break in the ring will not affect the network integrity. The RGCP is also compatible with LS-5
circuit breaker controls, for synchronization and control of up to 16 utility or tie breakers in complex distribution  Provision for redundant
systems. Each RGCP can be used with up to 2 remote panels (RP-3000) for genset control and visualization. power supply
Terminal blocks are provided for end user connection of redundant power supplies.
 Simple installation and com-
FEATURES missioning

 Fully wired compact turn-key assembly with outside terminal blocks for wiring  Easy interface with PLC
like a single easYgen-3400 based control systems
 Unique bias tracking firmware, for bump-less transfer to the backup controller
even while the generator is fully loaded and paralleled with other generators  Load sharing and load-de-
 CT shorting blocks for “hot-swap” of a controller without having to stop the gen-
erator pendent start/stop for
 Automatic detection of primary/stand-by controller status and loss of redun- up to 32 units
dancy. Local annunciation through LEDs and remote indication through poten-
tial free contacts  Compatible with LS-5 circuit
 Parameter alignment monitoring between primary and stand-by controller and
mismatch alarm breaker controls for complex
 Available load share communication line redundancy with fiber optic ring distribution systems
 Up to 2 remote panels (RP-3000) realizable for genset control and visualization
 Manual switch-over capability for commissioning, maintenance, and trouble-  ABS and LR marine societies
shooting
 Full connectivity of up to 32 Generators and 16 LS-5 circuit breaker control devices in one application
component approvals
 Operation modes: Auto, Stop, Manual, and Load/No Load test modes via RP-3000 or discrete inputs
 Breaker control: Slip frequency / phase matching synchronization, open-close control, breaker monitoring
 Load transfer features: open / closed transition, interchange, soft loading / soft unloading, mains parallel
 Remote control via interface and discrete/analog inputs for adjusting speed, frequency, voltage, power, reac-
tive power, and power factor set points
 Multi-lingual capability: English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese, Russian,
Turkish, Polish, Slovenian, Finnish, Swedish
SPECIFICATIONS
Power supply..................................................................... 24 VDC (+/- 10%) Discrete inputs .............................................................................. isolated
Intrinsic consumption ................................................................. max. 42 W Input range .............................................................. 12/24 VDC (8 to 40 VDC)
Ambient temperature (operation) ..................... -40 to 60 °C / -40 to 140 °F Input resistance........................................................................... < 1.85 VA
Ambient temperature (storage) ........................ -30 to 80 °C / -22 to 176 °F Relay outputs .................................................................................isolated
Ambient humidity....................................................... 95%, non-condensing Contact material ............................................................................... AgCdO
Voltage .............................................................................................. ( /) Load (GP) ...................................................................... 2.00 AAC@250 VAC
100 VAC [1] Rated (Vrated) ............................................ 69/120 VAC ..................... 2.00 ADC@24 VDC / 0.36 ADC@125 VDC / 0.18 ADC@250 VDC
Max. value (Vmax) ............................................ 86/150 VAC Pilot duty (PD) ..............................................................................................
Rated surge volt.(Vsurge) ....................................................2.5 kV 1.00 ADC@24 VDC / 0.22 ADC@125 VDC / 0.10 ADC@250 VDC
and 400 VAC [4] Rated (Vrated) .......................................... 277/480 VAC Analog inputs (none isolated) ...............................................freely scalable
Max. value (Vmax) .......................................... 346/600 VAC Type ............................................................................................. 0 to 20 mA
Rated surge volt.(Vsurge) ....................................................4.0 kV Resolution .............................................................................................. 11 Bit
Accuracy .......................................................................................... Class 1 Analog outputs (isolated) ......................................................freely scalable
Measurable alternator windings ... 3p-3w, 3p-4w, 3p-4w OD, 1p-2w, 1p-3w Type 1 ...................................................................... ± 10 V / ± 20 mA / PWM
Setting range ..................... primary ................................. 50 to 650,000 VAC Insulation voltage (continuously) ........................................................ 100 VAC
Linear measuring range .............................................................. 1.25×Vrated Insulation test voltage (1s) .................................................................. 500 VAC
Measuring frequency............................................... 50/60 Hz (40 to 85 Hz) Resolution ......................................... 11/12 Bit (depending on analog output)
High Impedance Input; Resistance per path ....... [1] 0.249 M, [4] 1.0 M ± 10 V (scalable) ............................................. internal resistance ≤1 kOhms
Max. power consumption per path .................................................. < 0.3 W ± 20 mA (scalable) ................................................ maximum load 500 Ohms
Current (Isolated) Rated (Irated) .............................. [1] ../1 A or [4] ../5 A Housing Back Panel Mounted Turn Key Metal Cabinet
Linear measuring range ........................................................ Igen = 3.0×Irated Dimensions WxHxD closed ......................... 496 × 650 × 262.5 mm
Imains/ground = 1.5×Irated WxHxD swing gate open .......... 587 x 650 x 609 mm
Setting range .......................................................................... 1 to 32,000 A Connection ....................................................... screw/plug terminals 2.5 mm²
Rated short-time current (1 s) .................................[1] 50×Irated, [4] 10×Irated Weight ...................................................................................... approx.. 21 kg
Power ......................................................................................................... Disturbance test (CE) ............ tested according to applicable EN guidelines
Setting range ..........................................................0.5 to 99,999.9 kW/kvar Listings ........................................................ Component Listing per UL, cUL
Marine .. LR (Component Type Approval), ABS (Component Type Approval)

DIMENSIONS

Wall mount housing

… and
with open swing frame:

WxHxD = 587 x 650 x 609

TERMINAL DIAGRAM

Short Circuit
Jumpers Primary
Primary
Device

EKS
Redundant
Load share

Back-up Optionally:
Device CAN-3 Load share

Short Circuit
Jumpers Back-up

Connection Area
X_A1_R

-X13

DC AC AC Discrete Discrete Communication

-X5
X-

CTs Power Supply

AI / AO 100Vac 480Vac Inputs Outputs Interfaces
Position Indicators...
for 100 Vac system

for 480 Vac system

Current measuring

Measuring inputs

Measuring inputs
Analog Outputs

Binary Outputs

RGCP specific

RGCP specific
Potential Free
Analog Inputs

Alarm States,

terminals

terminals

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 FEATURES OVERVIEW
CONTACT Series RGCP-
Model 3400-
North & Central America
Tel.: +1 970 962 7331
Package* SU MU
Measuring
 SalesPGD_NAandCA@woodward.com
Generator voltage (3-phase/4-wire)  
South America Generator current (3x true r.m.s.)  
Tel.: +55 19 3708 4800 Mains voltage (3-phase/4-wire)  
Mains or ground current (1x true r.m.s.)  
 SalesPGD_SA@woodward.com Busbar voltage (1-phase/2-wire)  
Control
Europe
Breaker control logic (open and closed transition) 3 3
Tel. Stuttgart: +49 711 78954 510 Number of supported Woodward LS-5 units 16 16
Tel. Kempen: +49 2152 145 331 Automatic, Manual, Stop, and test operating modes  
 SalesPGD_EUROPE@woodward.com Single (AMF), multiple-unit (Islanded) or mains parallel operation (up to 32 units)  
GCB and MCB synchronization (slipping / phase matching)  
Middle East & Africa GGB (Generator group breaker ) control  
Tel.: +971 2 6275185 Import / export control at the utility interconnect (kW and kvar)  
 SalesPGD_MEA@woodward.com Automatic gen-set sequencing (LDSS)  
n/f, V, P, Q, and PF remote control via analog input or interface  
Russia Load/var sharing for up to 32 gensets  
Tel.: +7 812 319 3007 Configurable load and unload ramp rates  
 SalesPGD_RUSSIA@woodward.com Freely configurable PID controllers 3 3
Redundancy & Diagnostic Features
China Unique bias tracking firmware  
Tel.: +86 512 8818 5515 Parameter settings alignment check  
Alarms alignment check  
 SalesPGD_CHINA@woodward.com
Loss of redundancy alarm  
Manual key switch and status indication  
India
Graphical overview of genset, bus bar, and utility with trending (with RP-3000XT)  
Tel.: +91 124 4399 500 Event recorder entries with real time clock (battery backup) 300 300
 SalesPGD_INDIA@woodward.com Protection ANSI#
Generator: voltage / frequency 59 / 27 / 81O / 81U  
ASEAN & Oceania
Generator: overload, reverse/reduced power 32 / 32R / 32F  
Tel.: +49 711 78954 510 Generator: unbalanced load 46  
 SalesPGD_ASEAN@woodward.com Generator: instantaneous overcurrent 50  
Generator: time-overcurrent (IEC 255 compliant) 51 / 51V  
www.woodward.com Generator: ground fault (measured ground current) 50G  
Generator: power factor 55  
Subject to alterations, errors expected. Generator: rotation field  
Subject to technical modifications. Engine: overspeed / underspeed 12 / 14  
Engine: speed / frequency mismatch  
This document is distributed for informa- Engine: D+ auxiliary excitation failure  
tional purposes only. It is not to be con- Engine: Cylinder temperature  
strued as creating or becoming part of
Mains: voltage / frequency 59 / 27 / 81O / 81U  
any Woodward Company contractual or
warranty obligation unless expressly Mains: phase shift / rotation field / df/dt (ROCOF) / Q(U) 78  
stated in a written sales contract. I/Os
Fiber Optic gateway for communication ring - 
We appreciate your comments about the
CT shorting terminals for hot serviceability  
content of our publications. Please send
comments including the document num- CAN bus communication interfaces 3 3
ber below to RS-232/485 Modbus RTU Slave interface(s) 1/1 1/1
stgt-doc@woodward.com Speed input: magnetic / switching Pickup  
Discrete alarm inputs (configurable) 12 (8) 12 (8)
© Woodward Discrete outputs, configurable max. 11 max. 11
External discrete inputs / outputs via CANopen 32 / 32 32 / 32
All Rights Reserved Analog inputs: 0…20 mA 3 3
Analog outputs: +/- 10V, +/- 20mA, PWM; configurable 2 2
External analog inputs / outputs via CANopen 16 / 4 16 / 4
Display and evaluation of J1939 analog values, “supported SPNs” 100 100

Listings/Approvals
For more information contact:

UL / cUL (Component Listing)  

LR & ABS Marine (Component Approval)  
CE Marked (Complete Cabinet)  
… with Fiber Optic gateway*
Part Numbers
NO YES
RGCP-3400 with 5 A CT inputs 9900-1022 9900-1028
RGCP-3400 with 1 A CT inputs 9900-1029 9900-1030
Optional Remote Panel 8446-1057
*) SU = Single Unit: without Fiber Optic gateway (retrofit prepared)
MU = Multi Unit: with Fiber Optic gateway implemented

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37560A - 2016/04/Stuttgart