Schneider Electric ushers in a new era of MV protection with Easergy P5 protection relay

• The Easergy P5, the next-generation protection relay developed by Schneider Electric, combines the most sought-after features for MV protection in a single device developed based on IoT technologies.
• With built-in arc protection and cybersecurity features, it provides best-in-class safety and security.
• Industry-leading 10 minutes grid re-energization time..

Schneider Electric, a global specialist in energy management and automation, has introduced the new, connected Easergy P5, part of the PowerLogic core smart device product line, to meet the demanding energy needs of electric companies in the era of the Internet of Things (IoT). The P5 stands out as a next-generation solution for protection relays that provides greater safety, simplicity and reliability.

The Easergy P5 is designed to provide protection and control of critical assets with a unique digital experience. It combines best-in-class features in a single device. Arc protection in an easy-to-use device for network operators provides best-in-class protection for demanding applications with complete cybersecurity, high reliability and advanced connectivity.

Stating that the P5 was developed in response to a significant need in the industry, Laurent Bataille, Vice President of the Digital Energy Division at Schneider Electric; "In a rapidly changing world of energy management, customers need solutions that deliver reliability, safety, security, efficiency and sustainability to meet the challenges posed by new technologies and new standards. The Easergy P5 provides all of this with a single powerful protection relay, a major improvement for power grid operators."

Features of Easergy P5:

• More reliable – P5 connected sensors, when paired with 'EcoStruxure Asset Advisor', provide powerful predictive maintenance for the switching hardware. Heat and humidity information identifies problematic connections or environmental conditions that may be detrimental to the switching equipment.
• More efficient – Asset Advisor means operators can only perform maintenance when necessary, saving time and costs. When maintenance is required, the P5 offers best-in-class safety with arc flash protection to minimize exposure to hazardous conditions.

A big step
for network security and protection The Easergy P5 offers modern, digital technologies that help secure electrical installations, while the company's more than 100 years of experience in protection relays are utilized.

• A unique drawer relay design that allows the device to be easily replaced when maintenance is required. The recommissioning process minimizes decommissioning time, reducing the industry-leading 10 minutes.
• Ease of installation, use and maintenance enables easy integration and engineering for board manufacturers, reducing the total cost of ownership for end users.
• Plug-and-play capable modular ports with enhanced connectivity and IEC 61850 ed. It provides support for 7 communication protocols, including 1 and 2 compliance.