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Product Overview

The GE Multilin UR6CH serves as a high-density digital interface for the Universal Relay (UR) family, including the B30, C60, G60, and T60 series. This expansion module enables the relay to interact with primary substation equipment by monitoring circuit breaker status and executing trip or close commands. We supply this module as 100% Brand New, ensuring original factory specifications for critical utility-grade protection. Its modular 6U architecture allows system integrators to scale I/O capacity precisely to the requirements of the transmission or distribution network.

Technical Specifications

The UR6CH provides a robust combination of optically isolated inputs and heavy-duty relay outputs.

Feature Specification
Module Type Digital I/O Expansion (Standard 6U Rack Height)
Compatibility GE Multilin UR Series (C30, C60, D60, F60, G60, L90, T60, etc.)
Digital Inputs 16 Channels (Optically Isolated)
Input Thresholds Field-configurable for 24 VDC or 48 VDC
Relay Outputs 8 Form-C (Type A) Relay Contacts
Contact Rating 2A @ 250 VAC / 30 VDC (Continuous)
Make-and-Carry 10A for 0.2 seconds
Dielectric Strength 2kV AC (I/O to Ground / Backplane)
Power Consumption 5W (Nominal)
Operating Temp –20°C to +50°C (–4°F to +122°F)

Engineering Advantages

  • Superior Transient Protection: The UR6CH utilizes optical isolation for all 16 digital input channels. This physical separation prevents high-voltage transients and electromagnetic interference (EMI) from the substation yard from reaching the relay’s central processing unit, maintaining logic integrity during fault conditions.

  • Heavy-Duty Contact Handling: The 8 Form-C relay outputs feature a "make-and-carry" rating of 10A. This allows the module to handle the high inrush currents required to energize heavy-duty auxiliary relays or trip coils without contact welding or premature degradation.

  • Hot-Swappable Modular Design: The module slots directly into the Universal Relay chassis, supporting rapid field expansion. This modularity reduces mean time to repair (MTTR) because technicians can replace or upgrade I/O cards without dismantling the entire relay housing or rewiring the backplane.

  • Field-Configurable Flexibility: Engineers can adapt the 16 digital inputs to different battery voltages (24V or 48V). This flexibility allows a single UR6CH spare part to serve multiple areas of a substation with varying DC supply standards.

FAQs

  • Can I install the UR6CH in any slot of the Universal Relay chassis?

    The UR series chassis features specific slots designated for I/O modules (typically slots F through M, depending on the model). Always verify your relay’s specific hardware configuration and CPU capacity via the EnerVista software before inserting the module.

  • How do I configure the input voltage thresholds for the 24V or 48V settings?

    You configure the input thresholds through the hardware jumpers on the module board or via the software settings in the EnerVista UR Setup tool. Proper configuration ensures the relay accurately distinguishes between a "High" signal and "Noise" on the DC bus.

  • Does the "Form-C" output provide both Normally Open and Normally Closed contacts?

    Yes. Each of the 8 Form-C outputs provides a Change-over contact set (Common, Normally Open, and Normally Closed). This allows you to use the module for both direct control and interlocking logic simultaneously.

  • Is this module compatible with the older 4U Multilin units?

    No. The UR6CH is a 6U-height module specifically designed for the standard 6U Universal Relay chassis. It will not physically fit or interface with 4U-height legacy equipment.

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