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MiCOM Agile
P99x
Test Block, Multi-finger Test Plug Testing & Commissioning
and Single-finger Test Plug Monitoring & secondary injection test
facilitates
The MiCom Agile P991 test block offers safe and configurable facilities for monitoring and Monitoring and testing up to 14 circuits
secondary injection testing in any power system protection scheme when used with the with specific test block cassettes
P992 multi-finger test plug. selectable for each circuit
Test block eliminates the need to disturb
A single-finger test plug, type P993, is also available, providing a safe and isolated means protective system wiring for testing
solely for the verification of CT circuits.
Cassettes available for CT shorting, and
staged-break and make operation
The P991 test block features visible automatic line CT shorting, prior to the relay CT circuit
being broken on insertion of a P992 multi-finger test plug. Up to three stages of sequential Single-finger test plug providing isolated
contact operation are provided by the P991 test plug. To avoid accidental tripping, an CT current monitoring
extraction stop facility is included.

The P991 test block carries a maximum of 14 circuits, each of which is factory configurable
Design Flexibility
to the customer's requirements. Each circuit is brought out to separate pairs of 4 mm Modular and customizable design to meet
screw terminations at the rear of the test block. unique application requirements
Test block can be mounted adjacent to
Application MiCOM P40 Agile or MiDOS relays
reducing panel space requirements
The P990 series allows easy wiring verification and aids in the commissioning of relays and
instruments. It can be used as a test facility either for individual relays or a protection Models Include:
scheme. The P991 test block offers facilities for monitoring and secondary injection testing Factory configurable test block (P991),
of power system protection schemes and measurement schemes when used with the Multi-finger test plug (P992),
P992 multi-finger test plug. Single-finger test plug for CT current
verification (P993),
Access to current transformers (CT), voltage transformers, auxiliary supply, plant status Isolation Plug (P994)
and trip circuits is possible without the need to disturb the relay or instrument wiring.

On insertion of the P992 multi-finger test plug, the shorting of adjacent line CT connections
always takes place before breaking the connection to the relay or instrument, in order to
prevent open circuit CTs.

A P993 single-finger test plug is also available for onload verification of the current flow in
individual CT circuits routed through the P991 test block and 5 kV rms isolation is provided.

A P994 isolation plug is available to isolate trip and I/O circuits via the P991 test block.

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Description Current Transformer Shorting Configuration

P991 Test Block Operation of the P991 test block The required configuration for the P991
with the P992 multi-finger test plug test block must be specified at the time of
The P991 test block houses 14 cassettes. ensures automatic shorting of all the order. The sequence of operation of
The cassettes are of a modular the current transformer circuits the cassettes is defined by circuit type, as
construction. The cassettes contain connected to the P991 before allowing described below.
contact pairs that allow circuits to be access to the relays.
completed via the screw terminals at the
rear. Note that blank cassettes are an Operating Sequence
This prevents open circuiting of current
exception that have no contacts. transformers and the consequential With the various circuits connected via a
There are specific types of cassette to suit unwanted generation of dangerously high test facility, it is sometimes necessary to
any circuit; these can be configured in voltages. provide a sequence of operation during
any order. test plug insertion and extraction. This is
P993 Single-finger Test Plug achieved by the use of different cassette
P992 Multi-finger Test Plug types.
The P993 single-finger test plug is
Access to the circuits connected to the provided for the verification of CT circuits.
P991 test block is provided by the P992 There are three stages of operation of
It has been designed solely for use with cassette contacts in the P991 test block:
multi-finger test plug. The P992 is the CT cassette of the P991 test block.
compatible with any configuration Stage I contacts are the first to be
of the P991. opened, followed by Stage II then Stage III.
For maximum safety, the P993 converts
the monitored current into a voltage Refer to Figure 1 - Sequence Diagram.
The P992 enables convenient wiring of which can be measured using a high
the test equipment prior to insertion into impedance voltmeter.
the test block. 1st stage opening of normally closed
contacts of Stage I cassettes.
The isolation between contact-fingers
Use of the P992 ensures that the circuits and 4 mm output sockets is 5 kV rms. 2nd stage opening of normally closed
operate in a predetermined sequence, contacts of Stage II cassettes. Shorting
according to the application, before Two switch-selectable current ranges adjacent CT cassettes in a group.
breaking the connection between the are available: 3rd Stage Break CT circuit connection
circuit and line connection. Each socket is to relay. Open normally closed contacts
0 to 2 A (I) - scale 1 V = 1 A
numbered at the front and relates to the of Stage III cassettes. Make connection
corresponding terminal on the rear of the 2 A to 20 A (II) - scale 1 V = 10 A
with normally open cassette contacts.
test block.
The insertion of the P993 will not cause
the CT circuit to be open circuited.

P994 isolation plug

The P994 isolation plug is provided for
isolating trip and I/O circuits by opening
stage I/II/III cassette contacts in the P991.
The P994 should not be used to open the
secondary circuits of live CT circuits via
the P991 for safety reasons. The P994 has
a feature to prevent accidental insertion
into the CT cassettes. The P994 is
polarized to only fit cassettes in one
orientation, see Figure 5.

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Circuit Types
Stage I cassette
This has normally closed contacts and is
the first to be opened when inserting the
P992 multi-finger test plug. This type of
circuit can be used to provide trip circuit
isolation, or to remotely indicate that the
protection is out of service. It may also be
used for preventing intertripping and
breaking both watchdog and I/O circuits.

Stage II cassette
This has normally closed contacts and is
the second to be opened when inserting
the P992 multi-finger test plug. This type
of circuit can be used for removing the
auxiliary supply and for VT and I/O
circuits.

Stage III cassette

This has normally closed contacts and is
the third to be opened when inserting the
P992 multi-finger test plug. It is suitable
for VT and I/O circuits.

CT cassette
Figure 1 Sequence diagram during insertion and extraction of P992
This has normally closed contacts and
protects the line CT secondary from being
open circuited. It also prevents the
consequential generation of dangerously
high voltages. The CT cassette contacts
are automatically shorted to adjacent CT
cassette contacts, in the same group,
when inserting the P992 multi-finger test
plug (For sequence of operation, see
Figure 1).

This cassette should only be used for CTs.

CTs should not be connected to other
cassette types as these do not provide
automatic CT shorting.

Note: Insertion of a P993 single-finger

test plug does not cause CTs connected
to adjacent cassettes to be shorted
together. CT current can be safely
monitored using a P993 inserted into a
CT cassette.

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Monitoring Cassette Blank Cassette Installation and Use

The two terminals of this cassette are This is an empty cassette. It may be used The generic safety guide SFTY/4L M and
permanently isolated from each other. for increased isolation and must be used P994 safety guide P994-SG-4L-1 should
This provides the ability to monitor two for completing test block assemblies be read before installing or using the
independent para-meters (eg. + and - where the maximum number of circuits is P990 series test block or test plugs.
auxiliary supply terminals). When not required. Blank cassettes also
connected to the positive and negative provide additional space for customer Test block
terminals of the auxiliary power supply, labelling of adjacent cassettes. No cassettes other than CT cassettes
this provides access for the monitoring must be used for connection to CT
and the supply of power to test Cassette identification and labelling circuits. Only the odd numbered
equipment. may be identified at the front of the test terminals should be used for P991 test
block: block line side connections (e.g. line CT
Caution should be exercised connections) to maintain automatic CT
when using this cassette shorting. Numbered terminals are
type, since between Stage I generally designated
and Stage III one side of the as the relay/instrument side of the block.
plug contact will be
momentarily connected
with inverse polarity

The monitoring cassette should only be

used for monitoring purposes. Damage This product must not be disassembled.
could be caused if it is used to power any
products using EMC input filtering or Foreign objects must not be inserted into
ancilliary equipment with an earthed the P991 test block, as this may
supply input terminal. compromise the safety features designed
A space is provided for customer defined into the product. Only the P992 multi-
labels on the cover to identify circuits. finger test plug or P993 single-finger
test plug should be used to access the
test block connections at the front of
the panel.

Warning

Do not open the secondary At any stage in the handling of

circuit of a live CT since the the test plugs, care must be
high voltage produced may taken not to make contact
be lethal to personnel and with test plug-fingers, as they
could damage insulation. may be connected to live
Short the secondary of the equipment either via the test
line CT before opening any block or test equipment.
connections to it.

Multi-finger test plug

Do not use the P992 to break
normally closed live circuits
without a shorting link in
place. Do not short-circuit the
terminals of normally open
monitor cassettes.

Reference should be made to the Safety Guide, Pxxx-SG(4LM)-EN-2 and warning labels on
the P992 test blocks concerning safety recommendations when using the P99x.

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Before use, the insulation of test leads Care must be taken when removing the Note: When performing current
should be visually checked for damage. P992 from the P991 test block to avoid measurements using the single-finger test
contact bounce, which may be plug the output should not exceed 2 V as
The retaining nuts should be hand experienced during rapid withdrawal. the accuracy will be adversely affected. If
tightened after insertion of the P992 to necessary, change to the higher test plug
ensure that the P992 cannot be When the P992 is not in use, it should be setting. Care must be taken when
accidentally withdrawn. stored in its protective case to maintain removing the P993 from the P991 test
See figure 2. the test plug in a serviceable condition. block to avoid contact bounce, which may
be experienced during rapid withdrawal.
Single-finger Test Plug When the P993 is not in use, it should be
stored in its protective case to maintain
It is safe to insert the single-finger test the test plug in a serviceable condition.
plug into a test block with or without a
voltmeter connected to it. The single-finger test plug
must only be inserted in CT
The single-finger test plug should be used cassettes to avoid both
in conjunction with a high impedance maloperations and
voltmeter (> 1 MOhm). personal safety hazards.
Only one single-finger test plug should be
used within any one group of CTs at any
Figure 2 one time.
To use the extraction stop feature, first centre
the extraction stops (see figure 3) There are two ranges of current
measurement on the single-finger test
plug. Each range has a scaling factor as
detailed in Table 1.

Table 1: Single-finger test plug ranges

Figure 3
Then, pull out the P992 until it stops
in the stage 1 position (see figure 4)

Figure 5 P994 isolation plug inserted into P991

test block
Figure 4

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Information Required with Order

Cassette Types P991 Test Block Cover Recycling

Cassette type numbers used for ordering To achieve IP52 dust/water protection the For recycling purposes, the plastic parts
(these are used in the P991 test block cover must be fitted. should be seperated according to the
number): plastic identity information on each
Ref. No. moulding.
Disposal and Recycling
0: Blank cassette
1: Stage I cassette Disposal
2: Stage II cassette Terminal block detail
4 off holes Ø 3.4
3: Stage III cassette It is recommended
1 2
4: Monitoring cassette that incineration
8: CT cassette with shorting bar to next or disposal in
159.0
cassette below watercourses be 168.0

9: This is the last CT cassette in a CT group avoided. The

product should
11.0
The minimum number of cassettes in any be disposed 4.5
of in a safe 37.0 27 28
CT group is 2. 48.0
manner according
Multi-finger Test Plug to theregulations Flush mounting panel
in the country Cut-out detail
Model number P992C of operation. 240.0 incl. wiring
Front view Rear view

Single-finger Test Plug Terminal block

(see detail)
Model number P993C 177.0
168.0 max

Isolation plug
Model number P994A
Side view
51.0 31.0 All dimensions in mm

Figure 6 Mounting Details

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Technical Data Summary Test Block and Test Plugs Temperature

Test Block and Multi-finger EMC Compliance Test Block and Test Plugs
Test Plug IEC 60255-6: 1988
2014/30/EU IEC 60068-2-1: 2007
Test Block Circuit Withstands This product has been classified as
electromagnetically benign and is Cold operation IEC60068-2-2: 2007
20 A continuous (UL 5 A nominal) therefore excluded from the European
150 A for 10 s Community EMC Directive 2014/30/EU . Dry heat operation and storage.
500 A for 1 s
Product Safety Storage and transit: –40°C to +85°C;
Multi-finger Test Plug
Circuit Withstands Operation: –40°C to +70°C.
2014/35/EU
20 A continuous (UL 5A nominal)
50 A for 10 s Compliance with the European Humidity
100 A for 3 s Community Low Voltage Directive IEC60068-2-78: 2013
150 A for 1 s 2014/35/EU is demonstrated by reference Damp heat steady state, 56 days at 40°C
to general safety standards: and 93% relative humidity.
Maximum Working Voltages EN 60255-5: 2001
300 Vac rms or dc relative to Cyclic temperature with humidity
Relevant clauses of IEC 60068-2-30: 1980 Cyclic temperature
earth/neutral (UL 250 Vac rms or dc)
EN 61010-1: 2001 with humidity, six (12+12 hour) cycles,
600 Vac rms or dc between any
EN 60950-1: 2001 +25°C (>=95% relative humidity) to +55°C
adjacent cassettes
(93% ±3% relative humidity).
These products are listed under UL
Single-Finger Test Plug file number E155724
Accuracy
Setting range 0 A to 2 A: 1m A rms to
2 A rms, ±5% of reading
Setting range 2 A to 20 A: 2 A rms to
20 A rms, ±5% of reading

Burden
Less than 10 m on both setting ranges

Current Withstands
20 A continuous (UL 5 A nominal)
150 A for 10 s
500 A for 1 s

Isolation Plug
Maximum working voltages
300 Vac rms or dc

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Rear Terminal Recommendations Additional Information
Full technical specifications, cassette operation descriptions and
application examples can be found in the P990 technical data
sheet document P99x/EN TDS.
.

Note: The test plugs are intended only for temporary use and
should not be left inserted in the test block whilst unattended
.

UL recognised wire and crimps must be used to maintain

any UL approval.
.

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