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Applying the Directional Neutral, 67N, Function in Microprocessor Multifunction Relays
Felix Nepveux
Jacobs Engineering
Greenville, SC 29607
864-676-6303
ABSTRACT
This paper is a case study of the application of the 67N function in a digital multifunction relay. The directional
neutral current relay, function number 67N, is often found to be critical to the proper operation of a protective
scheme. Furthermore, a false trip of a 67N will usually be devastating. The 67N is a complex function that always
required more wiring than almost any other relay. The 67N is now available as one of many functions in digital
multi-function relays. However, in the digital relay the 67N may be even more difficult to set and test than it was as
a single function in an old electromechanical relay.
INTRODUCTION
The proper operation of the 67N function is critical because of the location in a system where these relay functionsare normally found, as shown in Figure 1. They will usually be found in central locations in a power system, such as
in the tie circuits to a synchronizing bus, or right at the utility tie transformer as shown in Figure 1. They will usually
have the lowest ampere, or tap, setting of any relay. If improperly applied the 67N will have the opportunity to clear
the entire system when no fault has occurred. The system designer must be certain that the 67N function will operate
in the intended direction, at the intended setting, for the intended condition.
The wiring of the directional neutral current relay, function number 67N, has always been complex. The wiring
instructions were long, but there was a simple arrow on the wiring diagram indicating the tripping direction. If the
wiring was correct, you could expect the relay to function properly.
The 67N function is now one of many functions in a microprocessor based multifunction relay. A typical
multifunction relay is shown in Figure 2. There are now many selections, settings, and programming steps required
to activate all of the trip functions. In addition, to calculate the trip settings, the relation between direction settings
and wiring must also be clearly understood. There is no longer a single direction of tripping related to the wiring,
with no simple arrow on the relay wiring drawing. The instructions on testing can be difficult to understand. Also,
the test procedures no longer provide positive proof of operation of the trip circuit.
Knowledge of power system theory is now more important than ever before. In defense of the relay vendors, relayinstructions cannot be expected to be a course in power system concepts. The experiences related in this paper,
about the use of an excellent multifunction relay, illustrate this point. It was found that great care must be taken in
the application of the 67N function. The tripping angle settings for three phase, 67, and single phase, 67N, faults
were different due to differences in the impedance and sequence voltages of phase and ground faults. The
polarization source was found to require special consideration. There was no explanation in the relay instructions on
how to select the proper polarization source required for the low resistance grounding system. There was also no test
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A fault in the cable from the main transformer secondary lugs to the switchgear could not be isolated with bi-
directional relays. The trip settings of the 51N functions in the relay for AB and LM, at both ends of the system, are
identical. A ground fault in the cable connection between the secondary of either transformer and the switchgear
would result in a trip of 51N functions at both ends of system. Breakers A, B, C, and D would all trip, completely
deenergizing the system, and plant. What is interesting in this situation is that the neutral current in the T1 51N is
the neutral current supplied by T2.
It was logical to consider a directional neutral function to determine the location of the fault and the appropriate
relays to trip. The purpose of the 67N-AB is to trip on neutral current flowing toward T1, from A and B, earlier than
the 51Ns at A and B, and at L and M. If T2 is down, and L and M open, then only the 51G functions will clear the
system. With both transformers in service, the 67N scheme should clear A and B, leaving the system powered by
T2. Note that the 51G function is set high for a last level of protection for the ground resistor if all else has failed to
clear a ground fault.
DIRECTIONAL RELAY OPERATION
To understand the problem the method of operation of the directional relay must be understood. Current direction is
a difficult concept to define in an alternating current system as current and voltage are always changing direction.
The concept of direction of current is actually an assignment of importance to the relation of the angle of the current
to the angle of a current or voltage reference. This may sound like the sign, + or -, of power factor, and it is.
Figure 4 shows how the current direction relative to the voltage varies for different locations of the ground fault.This is the basis for direction in a neutral directional relay. The challenge is to properly set the trip angle for the
directions the current and potential transformers are connected.
Another detail to remember is that in a resistance grounded system the impedance in the fault is almost entirely
resistive. Therefore, the angle between current and polarizing voltage for tripping must be either 0 or 180 for
maximum sensitivity. Note that 135 (+0 or 180) would be an appropriate setting for the 67N function in a solidly
grounded system where the impedance is mostly reactive. The effects of differences in impedances in a solid and
resistive grounded circuit are not mentioned in the relay manual.
SELECTION OF POLARIZING SOURCE
The first question to be answered is what is the best polarizing source. The relay in this paper allowed only voltage
polarization, with a choice between negative sequence voltage, V2, and zero sequence voltage, V0. There is an
implication that either source works for any type of system. There was no caution concerning the differences
between resistance and solidly grounded systems. It appears that V2 polarization may be selected, and that the cost
of the extra V0 deriving PT can be avoided. However, this is not the case. In a resistance grounded system the
component of V2 in a ground fault is essentially zero. This is why the YD connected potential transformers were
always required for an electromechanical 67N. The magic of the computer can not repeal this law of nature.
Figure 5 shows the sequence components of a ground fault in a resistance grounded system. When a ground occurs
in a resistance grounded system the grounded phase goes to 0 volts to ground, and the two other phases go to the
square root of 3 times normal line to ground voltage. In this condition the positive sequence set is the same as in an
unfaulted system . The zero sequence voltages in each phase offset the start of the positive sequence vectors by an
amount equal to the negative of the normal line to ground voltage of the faulted phase. Negative sequence
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In both of these cases, resistance and solidly grounded systems, the polarizing voltage is 180 out of phase with the
neutral current. It is critical to determine if the design of the relay takes this angle into account, or if it has to be
accommodated in the settings. In the relay used in this system, the settings for the same direction of tripping for a 67
and 67N have values of trip angle that are essentially opposite. This is non-intuitive to say the least.
TESTING PROCEDURES
The test procedure for the 67N function specifies wiring, settings, voltages, and currents to be used for the test, as
well as the criteria for success of the test. It also specifies the current to be used for the test. The relay instructions
call for a test at a current setting that is not the permanent setting value. The relay must be disconnected from CTs,
reset to the test value, then, after passing the test, reset and reconnected. Errors can be made in the reconnection and
resetting of the relay.
The procedure of testing a relay with settings other than the permanent settings is a violation of traditional relay
testing concepts. Tests have always been used to show that a relay will trip when expected at the specified settings.
After a successful test, any change in the settings or wiring meant you had to retest the relay. This now means that
two tests should always be performed on computer based relays. First, the vendor recommended tests at special
values. Then, a second set of tests with the permanent settings that will not be changed. It is not easy to have faith
that a successful test of any one function implies that all will function. There is much programming specific to each
function that can not be proven by any one test. It should also be mentioned that the purpose of the testing is not
only to show that the relay functions, but that the desired settings are in fact set in the relay. It would be very easy to
fail to completely reset a relay after a test, or to download the wrong setting file after a test.
The procedure for the test of the 67N function in the relay in this paper is actually a test for tripping based on
negative sequence voltage polarization. The setup procedure forces you to select negative sequence polarization for
the test. There was no statement that the polarization source selection is being manipulated, only a number of times
to push a button. There was no warning after the test that zero sequence polarization should be reselected, if this is
what you had originally set. And there was no alternate test provided for zero sequence voltage polarization.
The vendor recommended test is set up with an assumption of the following voltages prior to the fault. The
following are the phase voltages, and the sequence components of the phase A to neutral voltage. Neutral voltage is0 volts with respect to remote earth. So far all seems fine.
Van = 120 @0 Va0 = 0@0
Vbn = 120@240 Va1 = 120@0
Vcn = 120@120 Va2 = 0@0
The relay manual then lists the following voltages for the three voltage inputs during the fault condition to be tested,
with the sequence voltages for phase a:
Van = 10 @0 Va0 = 36.7@180
Vbn = 120@240 Va1 = 83.3@0Vcn = 120@120 Va2 = 36.7@180
These voltages, and their components, imply that the system in which the relay is to be used is solidly grounded.
There is a significant negative sequence voltage component that could be used for polarization. However, these
voltages will never occur in a resistance grounded system.
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If the test is performed as specified, but the resistance grounded system voltages are used instead of the
recommended voltages, the relay will fail to trip. If the testing personnel are smart enough to vary the procedure so
that zero sequence polarization is selected, the test will work, but then there will be no vendor documentation
showing that a proper procedure has been used. There could be much discussion if damages were related to an
improper trip of the 67N function if a faulty test procedure had been used.
NOTES ON ANGLES IN MICROCOMPUTER RELAYS AND TEST EQUIPMENT
After all of the other problems are solved, there is still one more problem to overcome. The conventions for angle
direction is sometime different between relay setting values and test set dials. The normal method of graphing
vectors includes line to neutral phase A, B and C vectors rotating counterclockwise, with angles considered positive
also in a counterclockwise direction about the origin.
This is also confusion in the way angles are probably entered in the relay. In this convention a positive value of
angle is an angle leading the referenced vector. However, most test sets have angle entry screens which consider
positive values of angle as an angle lagging the referenced quantity. This can add a lot of time to setting up a test. A
successful test at the wrong angles will mean that the wiring may have been reconnected to make the test work, with
the wiring left as changed, and marked up as changed on the as-built drawings. The only problem is that the relay
now does not work, although there is a successful test report on the unit. The conventions in the relay and the test set
must be positively understood before setting and testing the relay.
CONCLUSION
There are many advantages of processor based multiphase, multifunction relays. Ease of use and testing do not yet
seem to be some of these advantages. The difficulty in use and testing could actually result both a belief of
successful application and a guarantee of failure, eliminating all the benefits of their use. Even with better
instructions, technicians and engineers will be required to have a better understanding power system concepts to
successfully apply the new relays.
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LOCATION OF 67N
67N
Whole system
Figure 1
Power Source
Y
Y
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51, 50, 67, 67N
32, 81, 62,
Metering, displays,History data storage
Multifunction Relay
Figure 2
Common CT, PT inputs Single trip to breaker
Communications
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51, 67,
51N, 67N,
51G
Single Phase
Ground Fault
B
AC
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
2PTs,
OD,OD
3 PTs,
Yg,Yg
2PTs,
OD,OD
3 PTs,
Yg,YgH1 H2
51, 67,
51N, 67N,
51G
T1 T2
Relay AB Relay LM
Figure 3
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Single Phase
Ground Fault at A
Single Phase
Ground Fault at B
Voltage SourceVoltage Sourcex
x
ia
ib
When voltage is in positive half cycle
the current in the CT will be entering
the polarity terminal for a fault at A,
but leaving the polarity terminal for a fault at B.Note that there is a voltage source at both ends.
Voltage vector, VLG,
for Fault at either A or B
Figure 4
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Sequence Components Of Solid Grounded
System With A Ground Fault On A
Seq Components, polar MAG ANG RAD
Va0 = 33.3 AT 180.0 DEG A1+A2+A0= 0.00 0.00 0.00
Va1 = 66.7 AT 0.0 DEG B1+B2+B0= 100.00 240.00 4.19
Va2 = 33.3 AT 180.0 DEG C1+C2+C0= 100.00 120.00 2.09
Vb0 = 33.3 AT 180.0 DEG
Vb1 = 66.7 AT 240.0 DEG
Vb2 = 33.3 AT 300.0 DEG
Vc0 = 33.3 AT 180.0 DEG
Vc1 = 66.7 AT 120.0 DEG
Vc2 = 33.3 AT 60.0 DEG
-100
-80
-60
-40
-20
0
20
40
60
80
100
-80 -60 -40 -20 0 20 40
Va2 AT 180
Ia AT 0
Figure 5
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Sequence Components Of Resistance Grounded
System With A Ground Fault On A
Seq Components, polar MAG ANG RAD
Va0 = 100.0 AT 180.0 DEG A1+A2+A0 0.00 0.00 0.00
Va1 = 100.0 AT 0.0 DEG B1+B2+B0 173.20 210.00 3.67
Va2 = 0.0 AT 0.0 DEG C1+C2+C0 173.20 150.00 2.62
Vb0 = 100.0 AT 180.0 DEG
Vb1 = 100.0 AT 240.0 DEG
Vb2 = 0.0 AT 120.0 DEG
Vc0 = 100.0 AT 180.0 DEG
Vc1 = 100.0 AT 120.0 DEG
Vc2 = 0.0 AT 240.0 DEG
-100
-80
-60
-40
-20
0
20
40
60
80
100
-200 -150 -100 -50 0
V2s ALL = 0
V0s AT 180
Ia AT 0
0,0
Figure 6