Schneider VAMP 200 Series Protection Relays

Schneider VAMP 200 Series Protection Relays are numerical protection and control devices used in medium-voltage power systems. The range covers feeder, motor, generator, capacitor bank and differential protection requirements, with different VAMP models available for each type of application.

These relays are commonly found in distribution substations, industrial switchgear, power plants, marine installations and process facilities. They monitor the connected circuit, identify abnormal electrical conditions and send a trip command when the fault reaches the set operating level. The relay can also handle measurements, breaker control, event records and communication with the plant or substation control system.

The VAMP 200 range is not limited to one standard relay. Each model has its own protection functions, input arrangement and control options. Schneider lists VAMP 210, VAMP 230, VAMP 255, VAMP 257, VAMP 259, VAMP 265 and VAMP 265M under this series.

The exact model and complete ordering reference should be checked before purchase. Two relays with the same basic model number may have different auxiliary supplies, communication ports, current inputs or digital I/O arrangements.

Models Covered Under VAMP 200 Series

VAMP 210
VAMP 230
VAMP 255
VAMP 257
VAMP 259
VAMP 265
VAMP 265M

VAMP 230, VAMP 255 and VAMP 257 are used for feeder and motor management duties, including the protection of overhead feeders, cable feeders, motor feeders, capacitor banks, reactors and busbars. VAMP 265 and VAMP 265M cover differential protection applications, depending on the protected equipment and relay configuration.

Specifications

Product Name: Schneider VAMP 200 Series Protection Relays
Product Range: PowerLogic VAMP
Device Type: Numerical Protection and Control Relay
System Application: Medium-voltage power systems
Protected Equipment: Feeders, cables, motors, generators, transformers, capacitor banks, reactors and busbars, depending on the model
Protection Functions: Overcurrent, earth fault, voltage, frequency, thermal, motor, generator and differential protection, depending on the relay selected
Measurement Functions: Current, voltage, power, frequency, energy and other network values, subject to model and connected inputs
Control Functions: Circuit breaker control, status monitoring and programmable control logic
Recording Functions: Events, alarms, fault information and disturbance records
Communication Options: Modbus, Profibus, SPA Bus, DNP3, IEC 60870-5-101 and IEC 60870-5-103 on applicable versions
Configuration Software: VAMPSET
Mounting: Panel mounting
Display: Front display with operating keys
Inputs and Outputs: Model and hardware configuration dependent

Schneider provides communication register information for several VAMP 200 models, including VAMP 210, 230, 255, 257, 259 and 265.

Features

Separate relay models for different protection duties
Feeder, motor and generator protection options
Differential protection through selected VAMP 265 models
Phase overcurrent and earth fault protection
Voltage and frequency supervision
Electrical measurements available from the relay front panel
Event and disturbance recording for fault investigation
Circuit breaker control and position monitoring
Programmable inputs, outputs and control logic
Multiple communication options for plant and substation systems
Settings and relay configuration through VAMPSET software
Useful for existing VAMP installations, replacement enquiries and switchgear retrofit work

VAMPSET is Schneider’s setting and configuration software for the VAMP protection relay range.

Applications

Medium-voltage feeder protection
Incoming and outgoing switchgear panels
Cable and overhead line feeders
Large motor protection
Generator protection panels
Transformer and motor differential protection
Capacitor bank protection
Industrial distribution substations
Utility substations
Power generation plants
Oil and gas installations
Cement and steel plants
Mining and mineral processing units
Marine and offshore electrical systems
Water treatment and pumping stations
Existing VAMP relay replacement requirements
Supply and Export of Schneider VAMP 200 Relays

We supply and export Schneider VAMP 200 Series protection relays for industrial plants, substations, power projects, switchgear panels and maintenance requirements. Enquiries can be submitted with the full VAMP model, complete ordering code, quantity and a clear photograph of the existing relay nameplate.

For replacement requirements, it is better to share the old relay reference along with the auxiliary voltage, current input rating, communication protocol and digital I/O details. This allows the offered relay to be checked against the existing protection panel before quotation.