Schneider Electric PowerLogic™ P3F30 Feeder Protection Relay

The Schneider Electric PowerLogic™ P3F30 Feeder Protection Relay is a numerical relay developed to protect and control medium-voltage feeders in utility, industrial and commercial power distribution systems. It combines protection, monitoring, measurement and automation functions in one compact device, helping improve feeder reliability while reducing the risk of equipment damage and unexpected outages.

Designed for modern distribution networks, the P3F30 provides fast fault detection and selective tripping for phase faults, earth faults and other abnormal operating conditions. It also offers integrated circuit breaker control, event recording and programmable logic, allowing operators to monitor and manage feeder performance from a single relay.

The relay supports serial and Ethernet communication, making it easy to integrate with SCADA, DCS and substation automation systems. Whether used in a new installation or as part of a retrofit project, the PowerLogic P3F30 provides dependable feeder protection and efficient system operation.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Schneider Electric
• Product Family: PowerLogic™ P3
• Model: P3F30
• Relay Type: Feeder Protection Relay
• Protection Application: Medium-Voltage Feeders
• Protection Functions: Phase Overcurrent, Earth Fault, Directional Overcurrent, Directional Earth Fault, Negative Sequence Overcurrent, Thermal Overload, Breaker Failure, Auto Reclosing, Voltage Protection and Frequency Protection
• Communication Protocols: IEC 61850 Edition 1 & Edition 2, Modbus, DNP3 and IEC 60870-5-103
• Communication Interfaces: Serial and Ethernet
• Circuit Breaker Control: Integrated
• Human Machine Interface: LCD Display with Programmable Function Keys and LED Indications
• Event Recording: Supported
• Fault Recording: Supported
• Disturbance Recording: Supported
• Programmable Logic: Supported
• Time Synchronization: Supported
• Mounting: Flush Panel Mounting

Features

• Dedicated numerical relay for medium-voltage feeder protection.
• Fast and selective protection against phase and earth faults.
• Directional overcurrent and directional earth fault protection.
• Integrated breaker failure protection and auto reclosing functions.
• Circuit breaker control with programmable logic.
• Real-time monitoring of feeder operating conditions.
• Event, fault and disturbance recording for faster diagnostics.
• Supports IEC 61850, Modbus, DNP3 and IEC 60870-5-103 communication.
• Serial and Ethernet connectivity for SCADA and automation systems.
• User-friendly HMI with programmable LEDs and function keys.
• Compact design suitable for new installations and retrofit projects.

Applications

• Medium-voltage distribution feeders
• Utility substations
• Industrial power distribution systems
• Commercial buildings
• Manufacturing facilities
• Mining operations
• Oil and gas installations
• Water and wastewater treatment plants
• Renewable energy distribution systems
• Infrastructure projects

The Schneider Electric PowerLogic™ P3F30 Feeder Protection Relay provides dependable protection, intelligent monitoring and flexible communication for medium-voltage feeder applications. Its comprehensive protection functions and simple configuration make it a practical solution for utilities and industries looking to improve the reliability of their electrical distribution networks.