Schneider Electric Easergy MiCOM P344 Numerical Generator Protection Relay

Schneider Electric Easergy MiCOM P344 Numerical Generator Protection Relay is designed to provide advanced protection, control and monitoring for generators and generator-transformer units operating in industrial plants, utility substations and power generation facilities. It combines multiple protection functions in a single relay, helping improve equipment reliability while reducing the need for separate protection devices.

The MiCOM P344 offers comprehensive protection for synchronous generators, including differential protection for fast fault clearance and rotor earth fault protection. It also provides thermal monitoring, event recording and programmable protection logic, allowing the relay to be configured for a wide range of generator applications. Its flexible design makes it suitable for everything from standard generating units to complex generator-transformer installations.

The relay supports modern communication protocols and integrates easily with SCADA and substation automation systems. With advanced monitoring, programmable logic and cybersecurity features, the MiCOM P344 provides a practical solution for protecting critical generator assets while simplifying system operation and maintenance.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Schneider Electric
• Product Family: Easergy MiCOM
• Model: MiCOM P344
• Relay Type: Numerical Generator Protection Relay
• Protection Application: Generator and generator-transformer protection
• Suitable For: Synchronous generators and generator-transformer units
• Differential Protection: Supported
• Rotor Earth Fault Protection: Supported
• Thermal Overload Monitoring: Supported
• Generator Monitoring: Yes
• Generator Control: Yes
• Measurement Functions: Comprehensive electrical measurements
• Event Recording: Supported
• Disturbance Recording: Supported
• Programmable Logic: Supported
• Communication Protocols: IEC 61850, Modbus, DNP3 and IEC 60870-5-103
• Ethernet Redundancy: Supported
• Human Machine Interface: User-friendly HMI
• Cybersecurity: Advanced security features
• Mounting Options: Standard modular case

Features

• Numerical relay designed for generator and generator-transformer protection.
• Integrated differential protection enables fast fault detection.
• Rotor earth fault protection improves generator safety.
• Thermal monitoring helps protect generators and transformers from overheating.
• Programmable logic allows flexible protection and control schemes.
• Comprehensive event recording and disturbance records support fault analysis.
• Supports IEC 61850 and other industry-standard communication protocols.
• Easy integration with SCADA and substation automation systems.
• High-performance output contacts improve protection reliability.
• Suitable for both utility and industrial power generation applications.

Applications

• Generator protection
• Generator-transformer protection
• Utility power stations
• Industrial captive power plants
• Renewable energy generation
• Hydroelectric power stations
• Cogeneration plants
• Large synchronous generator installations

Schneider Electric Easergy MiCOM P344 Numerical Generator Protection Relay combines advanced generator protection, monitoring and communication functions in one compact platform, making it suitable for protecting critical power generation equipment in modern electrical networks.