G60

Overview

G60 is a generator protection system by General Electric, designed for medium to large generators, including steam and combustion turbines, combined-cycle generators, and hydro units.

Protection Features

• Target Generators: Medium to large generators (steam, gas, hydraulic turbines)
• Comprehensive Protection: High-speed protection elements, IEEE® C37.102 compliant
• Automation: Extensive I/O options and fault recording for disturbance analysis

Key Benefits

• Synchrophasor Measurement: Embedded, IEEE® C37.118 compliant, eliminating dedicated PMUs
• Integration: Ethernet Global Data (EGD) for easy integration with GE control systems
• Visualization: Full-color display with real-time bay control and graphical phasor visualization
• Communication: IEC 61850 Ed. 1 & Ed. 2 certified, full SCL file support, and process bus solutions
• Network Reliability: Zero failover time through IEC® 62439-3 “PRP” support
• Fault Management: Latest COMTRADE waveform capture simplifies fault record handling

Applications

• Protection for steam, gas, and hydraulic turbines
• Pumped storage generators used for reservoir storage
• Integration in automated substation control systems
• Standard protection for new GE generator installations

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