Overview
Configured for relay output execution in General Electric UR Series protection platforms, the General Electric UR 8FV (UR8FV Relay Module) provides direct physical/electrical switching control through configurable relay contacts. The module supports AC/DC power input and relay contact operation for UR protection device architectures.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | UR 8FV |
| Brand | General Electric |
| Product Type | Relay Module |
| Origin | USA |
| Weight | 1.2 kg |
| Dimensions | 4 x 18.5 x 17.2 cm (shipping size) |
| Operating Temp | -40 to +70 deg C |
| Power Consumption | Not specified |
| Series | UR Series |
| Power Supply Voltage | 85-265 VAC / 100-300 VDC |
| Frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| Contact Ratings | 10 A at 250 VAC |
| Current Inputs | 1 A or 5 A |
| Voltage Inputs | 100 V or 120 V |
| Ethernet Interface | 10/100 Mbps |
| Current Accuracy | +/-1% of reading |
| Voltage Accuracy | +/-0.5% of reading |
| Tariff Code | 8537101190 |
Deterministic Network and I/O Interface Features
The General Electric UR 8FV Relay Module is designed for UR Series control platforms with Ethernet communication capability at 10/100 Mbps. The module integrates relay contact outputs with protection system logic execution, allowing electrical command signals to be transferred to external circuits.
The module supports industrial control architecture requirements through I/O density scaling within the UR hardware platform. Moreover, the module maintains compatibility with UR Series firmware-controlled configurations, where hardware identification and communication functions are managed through the system controller.
Relay outputs provide contact switching capability rated at 10 A at 250 VAC. The voltage and current measurement interfaces support protection-related signal processing with specified accuracy levels for monitored electrical parameters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What relay contact rating does the UR 8FV module support?
A: The UR 8FV Relay Module supports relay contacts rated at 10 A at 250 VAC.
Q: What input voltage range is supported by the UR 8FV module?
A: The module supports 85-265 VAC or 100-300 VDC supply input.
Q: Does the UR 8FV provide Ethernet communication?
A: Yes. The module specification includes a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet interface for UR Series system communication.
Field Installation Guidelines
Install the UR 8FV Relay Module according to the UR Series hardware configuration manual and approved electrical installation procedures.
- Verify the power supply voltage range before connection.
- Use appropriate wiring methods for relay contact loads and current/voltage input circuits.
- Separate high-voltage wiring from low-level signal wiring to reduce electrical interference.
- Connect protective grounding according to site electrical standards.
- Confirm terminal assignments before applying field power.
- Check relay output behavior through system diagnostics after installation.
- Maintain proper enclosure conditions to keep operation within the specified -40 to +70 deg C temperature range.
