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I-Gard SIGMA 3 - User Manual

I-Gard SIGMA 3
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C-EG44EM, February 2021
SIGMA 3
GROUND FAULT RELAY
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Summary

ABOUT I-GARD

1. INTRODUCTION

2. DESCRIPTION

3. OPERATION

3.1 System Components

Lists the voltage and current sensors, NGRS, NGRX, and NGRXS components used with Sigma 3.

3.2 Ground Fault Detection

Explains how the Sigma 3 detects ground faults using a zero sequence sensor and trip settings.

3.3 NGR Monitoring

Describes how the Sigma 3 monitors NGR health (open/short circuit) using measurement or injection modes.

3.4 Pulsing

Details the pulsing technique for ground fault location and its implementation with the Sigma 3.

4. TRIP RELAY AND AUXILIARY FAULT RELAYS

4.1 Trip Relay (15-16, 17-18)

Explains the trip relay operation modes (shunt trip, failsafe) and contact configurations.

4.2 NGR Fault (AUXILIARY RELAY)

Describes the Form-C auxiliary contact for NGR faults, its terminals and operation.

4.3 Ground Fault (AUXILIARY RELAY)

Details the Form-C auxiliary contact for ground faults, its terminals and operation.

4.4 Watchdog (51-52)

Explains the watchdog function and its terminal status for system normal operation.

5. LED INDICATORS AND DIAGNOSTICS

5.1 Start-up and Reset Indications

Describes the LED behavior during start-up, reset, and normal operation.

5.2 Power On LED (Green)

Explains the function of the Green PWR LED indicating power and operational status.

5.3 GND Fault LED (Red)

Describes the Red GND FAULT LED status for ground fault detection and qualification.

5.4 NGR Fault LED (Red)

Details the Red NGR FAULT LED status for NGR fault detection and qualification.

5.5 Func. (Red)

Explains the FUNCTION LED status for ZONE I/L input, self-test, and DIP switch adjustments.

6. SETTINGS

6.1 Trip Relay Operating Modes

Explains how to set trip relay operating modes (shunt trip, failsafe) using DIP switch 1.

6.2 Trip Memory Setting

Explains the trip memory setting using DIP switch 2 to store relay states after power loss.

6.3 Ground Fault Trip Time Delay

Details setting the ground fault trip time delay using DIP switches 3-7.

6.4 Ground Fault Trip Current Level

Explains setting the ground fault trip current level as a percentage of NGR let-through current.

6.5 System Frequency

Describes how to select the system frequency (50Hz or 60Hz) using DIP switch 11.

6.6 NGR Let-Through Current

Details setting the NGR let-through current using DIP switches 12-16.

6.7 DIP Switch Configurations

Provides a summary of DIP switch configurations for various settings.

7. USE WITH TOUCHSCREEN DISPLAY MODULE

Sigma3-TDM HMI Features

Outlines the display, configuration, and control capabilities of the Sigma3-TDM.

8. MODBUS COMMUNICATION

8.1 MODBUS Functions

Explains the supported MODBUS functions, registers, and communication models.

9. INSTALLATION

9.1 Sigma 3

Details the location, mounting, and electrical connections for the Sigma 3 relay.

9.2 Zero Sequence Current Sensor

Explains the location, mounting, and connections for the Zero Sequence Current Sensor (ZSCS).

9.3 NGRXS-## Sensing Resistor

Describes the NGRS-XX sensing resistor, its location, mounting, and connections.

10. COMMISSIONING

10.1 Calibration Procedure

Details the procedure for calibrating the Sigma 3, including pre-calibration and offline calibration.

10.2 Online Calibration Procedure Using Sigma3-TDM

Guides through the process of online calibration using the Sigma3-TDM touchscreen interface.

10.3 Warning Concerning Hi-Pot and Dielectric Testing of the System

Warns about potential damage from field hi-pot/dielectric testing and preparation steps.

11. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

12. CATALOGUE NUMBERS

APPENDIX A: EXCERPT FROM CAN; CSA M421-00: USE OF ELECTRICITY IN MINES

3.5.5 Ground-Fault Protection

Specifies requirements for ground-fault protection and supply de-energization in mine environments.

3.6.2 Neutral-Grounding Devices

Outlines the characteristics and monitoring requirements for neutral-grounding devices.

I-Gard SIGMA 3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandI-Gard
ModelSIGMA 3
CategoryRelays
LanguageEnglish

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