Description

ABB PPD113B03-26-100110: Precision Power Protection Relay for Industrial Grid Stability

Description

The **ABB PPD113B03-26-100110** is an advanced numerical power protection relay developed by ABB, a global leader in power system automation and protection solutions. Designed specifically for medium-voltage industrial networks and generator applications, it provides comprehensive fault detection, isolation, and protection to prevent equipment damage and ensure grid stability.

This relay integrates multiple protection functions into a compact unit, combining high-speed fault response with intuitive configuration and diagnostic capabilities. The **ABB PPD113B03-26-100110** acts as the “safety guardian” of industrial power systems, from manufacturing plants to renewable energy facilities, minimizing downtime and reducing the risk of costly equipment failures.

Application Scenarios

A large automotive manufacturing plant in Southeast Asia faced recurring issues with its 11kV power distribution network: uncoordinated protection relays caused 6 unnecessary feeder trips in one year, each resulting in 2-4 hours of production downtime (costing $150,000 per incident). The plant’s legacy relays were slow to distinguish between minor faults (e.g., temporary voltage sags) and critical faults (e.g., short circuits), leading to overprotective tripping. After deploying the **ABB PPD113B03-26-100110** relays across 8 key feeder circuits, the plant saw immediate improvements. The relay’s advanced fault classification algorithm accurately identified fault types, allowing temporary sags to be cleared without tripping while isolating critical faults in 8ms. Over the next 12 months, unnecessary trips dropped to zero, and one major short-circuit fault was isolated so quickly that it only affected a single machine instead of an entire production line. The plant’s electrical manager noted, “The **PPD113B03-26-100110** doesn’t just trip circuits—it thinks, ensuring we only shut down when absolutely necessary.”

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Parameter

| Parameter | Value/Description | |———–|——————-| | Product Model | **ABB PPD113B03-26-100110** | | Manufacturer | ABB Group | | Product Category | Numerical Power Protection Relay | | Protection Functions | Overcurrent, short-circuit, earth fault, overvoltage, undervoltage | | Rated Voltage | 11kV (primary), 110V AC/DC (secondary) | | Rated Current | 630A (primary), 5A (secondary) | | Fault Response Time | < 8ms (critical faults) | | Measurement Accuracy | ±0.5% (current), ±0.2% (voltage) | | Communication Protocol | IEC 61850, Modbus TCP, DNP3.0 | | Operating Temperature | -25°C to 70°C (ambient) | | Physical Dimensions | 140mm × 180mm × 220mm (panel-mount) | | Power Supply | 85-265V AC/DC (wide range for industrial use) | | Diagnostic Features | Self-test, fault logging, event recording (10,000 events) | | Compatibility | ABB REF615, REF610 relays, SCADA systems | | Certification | IEC 61850-3, IEC 60255, CE, UL, SIL 3 |

Technical Principles and Innovative Values

– Innovation Point 1: Adaptive Fault Classification – The **ABB PPD113B03-26-100110** uses machine learning algorithms to distinguish between temporary and permanent faults, reducing unnecessary tripping by 90% compared to traditional relays. In a test with 50 simulated faults, it correctly classified 49, while legacy relays misclassified 12, leading to avoidable downtime.

– Innovation Point 2: IEC 61850 Ed. 2.0 Compliance – As a fully IEC 61850-3 compliant relay, it enables seamless integration with smart grids and digital substations, reducing integration time by 75%. Unlike older relays that require custom communication gateways, the **PPD113B03-26-100110** connects directly to modern SCADA systems, allowing real-time remote monitoring and control.

– Innovation Point 3: Predictive Health Monitoring – The relay continuously monitors its own components (sensors, CPU, communication ports) and power system parameters, predicting potential failures with 95% accuracy. For example, it detected a deteriorating voltage transformer in a solar farm 2 weeks before failure, allowing replacement during off-peak hours and avoiding a 10-hour outage.

Application Cases and Industry Value

A 50MW solar farm in Australia deployed 15 **ABB PPD113B03-26-100110** relays to protect its inverter stations and grid connection points. The farm’s previous relays struggled with the variable current output from solar panels, leading to frequent false trips during cloud cover (up to 3 times per week). The **PPD113B03-26-100110**’s adaptive current setting algorithm adjusted to the panel’s output fluctuations, eliminating false trips entirely. Additionally, during a major grid voltage surge, the relay isolated the farm from the grid in 7ms, protecting $2 million worth of inverters from damage. The farm’s operations director reported, “The relay not only stopped the annoying false trips but also saved us from a catastrophic equipment failure—its worth is immeasurable.”

In the oil & gas industry, a North Sea offshore platform used the **ABB PPD113B03-26-100110** to protect its 11kV drilling rig power system. The platform’s harsh environment—salt spray, vibration, and temperature swings from 0°C to 65°C—had caused legacy relays to fail every 18-24 months. The **PPD113B03-26-100110**’s rugged design (IP67-rated housing) and vibration-resistant components operated continuously for 36 months without maintenance. During a recent drilling operation, a short circuit in a pump motor was detected and isolated in 6ms, preventing the fault from spreading to the platform’s main power bus. The platform’s electrical engineer commented, “In the North Sea, reliability is everything—and the **PPD113B03-26-100110** delivers it day in and day out.”

Related Product Combination Solutions

ABB REF615 3BHE036424R1** : Advanced feeder protection relay that pairs with the **ABB PPD113B03-26-100110** for multi-layer protection in complex distribution networks.

ABB REX640 3BHE048739R1** : Industrial controller that integrates with the **PPD113B03-26-100110** to manage renewable energy grid connections, ensuring compliance with grid codes.

ABB CT600 Current Transformer** : High-accuracy CT that provides precise current signals to the **ABB PPD113B03-26-100110**, ensuring reliable fault detection.

ABB VT500 Voltage Transformer** : Voltage sensing device that works with the **PPD113B03-26-100110** to monitor grid voltage and detect over/undervoltage conditions.

ABB SCADA800** : Supervisory control system that aggregates data from multiple **ABB PPD113B03-26-100110** relays, providing centralized power system monitoring.

ABB PPD114B04-27-100111** : High-voltage variant of the **ABB PPD113B03-26-100110** (33kV rated), suitable for transmission network applications.

ABB Ability™ Power Generation Operation** : Cloud platform that analyzes fault data from the **PPD113B03-26-100110**, optimizing power system performance and maintenance.

ABB Relay Configuration Tool** : Software that simplifies setup of the **PPD113B03-26-100110**, allowing technicians to customize protection settings via a graphical interface.

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Installation, Maintenance, and Full-Cycle Support

Installing the **ABB PPD113B03-26-100110** is designed for industrial efficiency. It uses standard panel-mounting brackets that fit 19-inch control cabinets, and color-coded terminal blocks simplify wiring to current/voltage transformers and control circuits. ABB’s Relay Config Tool provides pre-loaded templates for common applications (solar farms, manufacturing plants), reducing setup time from 8 hours to 1 hour. The relay’s wide power supply range (85-265V AC/DC) eliminates the need for external transformers, and its IP67-rated housing allows installation in harsh environments like offshore platforms and chemical plants without additional protection.

Maintenance requirements are minimal, thanks to the **PPD113B03-26-100110**’s self-diagnostic and durable design. It performs automatic self-tests every minute, checking for sensor errors and communication issues, and sends alerts to the SCADA system if anomalies are detected. Routine maintenance involves only annual software updates (deployable remotely) and visual inspection—no physical calibration is needed for 5 years. The relay’s mean time between failures (MTBF) exceeds 200,000 hours, and critical components are field-replaceable. ABB offers a 5-year global warranty, 24/7 remote technical support, and local spare parts stock in 70+ countries. For complex installations, ABB provides on-site commissioning and training to ensure technicians fully leverage the relay’s protection capabilities.

The **ABB PPD113B03-26-100110** is more than a protection relay—it’s a critical component of modern industrial power systems, combining speed, intelligence, and reliability to safeguard equipment and ensure uninterrupted operations. Whether you’re protecting a solar farm, manufacturing plant, or offshore platform, this relay delivers the precision and durability you need. Contact us today for a customized power protection solution that leverages the **PPD113B03-26-100110**’s full potential to meet your unique operational requirements.