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Power Quality & Energy Cost Management Monitoring & Metering

The Multilin™ EPM 7000 Power Quality meter provides revenue class (0.2%) three phase power metering with • Meets ANSI C12.20 and IEC 687 (0.2% Accuracy)
optional Ethernet, relay, status, and analog output communication modules. This flexible meter can be used • Current and Voltage measurements (Ia Ib Ic In,
for a wide range of high accuracy applications including disturbance recording and power quality studies. Va Vb Vc Vab Vbc Vca)
The EPM 7000 is a highly accurate meter providing 0.1% accuracy for voltage and current. The unit’s • Hz, W, VAR, VA , Wh, VARh, Vah
real-time clock provides time stamping of all logs as they are created. Up to 4MB of data can be logged • Demand: W VAR VA and Power Factor
for analysis of historical trends, limit alarms, I/O changes power quality recording and sequence of events.
• Voltage and Current Angles, Load Bar
• Optional Transducer configuration without
Key Benefits display (EPM 7000T)
• Four Quadrant Energy and Power Measurement, complying with ANSI C12.20 (0.2%) accuracy
• Flexible mounting fitting both ANSI and DIN cutouts. DIN mount transducer (EPM 7000T) configuration
for in-cabinet installation, reducing panel space requirements
Power Quality
• Harmonics to the 40th order & total harmonic
• Analyze power quality over long periods of time to improve network reliability through high resolution
distortion
event and disturbance recording
• Disturbance recording and waveform capture
• Ideal for monitoring industrial power centers, data centers and hospitals due to high accuracy
disturbance recording (up to 512 samples/cycle) • Sag and Swell
• Retrieve archived data, capture past events and analyze disturbances through high resolution data
recording (up to 4MB of data logging)
Data Logging
• Flexible communications options including dual Ethernet provides simultaneous Modbus and
• Up to 4MB of Memory
IEC 61850 to provide easy to access meter values, simplified configuration and seamless integration
into new or existing automation systems • 3 Assignable Historical logs (up to 64
parameters per log)
• Upgradable through modular I/O and field upgradable firmware allowing the meter to be easily
adapted for changing applications • System Events, Limit/Alarm Log , I/O Change Log
• Limits Alarms & Control Capability (option D
Applications and higher)

• Four quadrant energy and power monitoring for feeders, transformers, reactors and generators
• Power monitoring of LV and MV industrial power systems and motor control centers Communications
• Energy monitoring for commercial buildings and distribution utility applications • IEC 61850
• Power Quality & Load Studies supported with data logging • Standard RS485 Serial Port (DNP 3.0 and
Modbus RTU or ASCII)
• Optional 100BaseT Ethernet (Modbus/DNP or
Modbus/IEC 61850)
• IrDA Port
• Intuitive faceplate programming

Software
• Embedded web server
• GE Communicator Software, EnerVista™
Integrator & LaunchPad
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Overview systems. The unit will perform to specification Solid Construction with Mounting
on 69 Volt, 120 Volt, 230 Volt, 277 Volt and 347 Versatility
The EPM 7000 meter provides revenue class
Volt power systems.
(0.2%) three phase power metering with The EPM 7000 has a rugged design for harsh
optional Ethernet , relay, status, and analog environment . This is especially important in
Unique Current Input Connections
output communication modules. This flexible power generation, utility substation, and critical
EPM 7000 meter uses two current input wiring user applications. The structural and electrical
meter can be used for a wide range of high
methods. design of this meter was developed based on
accuracy applications including disturbance
recording and power quality studies. • Method One - CT pass through: the recommendations and approvals of many
Directly pass the CT through the meter of our utility customers.
EPM 7000 can easily be mounted in a panel for
without any physical termination on the EPM 7000 can easily be mounted in a panel for
generator monitoring, substation automation,
meter. This insures that the meter cannot
power quality studies, data recording and more. generator monitoring, substation automation
be a point of failure on the CT circuit. This
The meter can also provide data to RTUs, PLCs and more. The unique dual design combines
is preferable to utility users when sharing
and other control devices. ANSI and DIN mounting structure and allows
relay class CTs. No Burden is added to the
easy installation for both new metering
The EPM 7000 is a highly accurate meter secondary CT circuit.
applications and retrofit of existing analog
providing 0.1% accuracy for Voltage and • Method Two - Current “Gills”: meters.
Current. The unit’s real-time clock provides time The meter additionally provides
stamping of all logs as they are created. Up ultra-rugged termination pass through bars The unit mounts directly in an ANSI C39.1
to 4 MB of data can be logged for analysis of allowing the CT leads to be terminated on (4” Round form) or an IEC 92 mm DIN square form.
historical trends, limit alarms, I/O changes power the meter. This also eliminates any possible
quality recording and sequence of events. point of failure at the meter. This method is Future Upgrade Packs
also a preferred technique for ensuring relay The EPM 7000 is equipped with a virtual
class CT integrity does not get compromised. firmware based switch that allows feature
Metering No terminal blocks are required and this stud upgrades through communications even after
The following electrical parameters are measured based design ensures that CTs will not open installation. This allows you to optimize your
and remotely accessed from the EPM 7000. under a fault condition.
metering investment. Begin with a standard
Through an optional high speed Modbus meter and upgrade it with more functionality as
Universal Voltage and Current Inputs communications interface, the meter can also new features are needed, such as data-logging,
This meter allows voltage input measurements provide data to RTUs, PLCs and other control waveform capture or more memory.
20 Volts to 576 Volts Line to Neutral and up to devices at Baud rates ranging from 9600 baud
721 Volts Line to Line. This ensures proper meter to 57.6 kbaud.
safety when wiring directly to high voltage

Multifunction Metering & Power Quality Monitoring

The EPM 7000 can provide a total picture usage and power quality as different points within a power distribution network on critical infrastructure such as data
centers, allowing users to make power related decisions quickly and effectively.

Energy Management
Controller

Monitor branch circuits

with revenue grade
multifunction power meters

Continuous monitoring of
power quality events &
automatic waveform
capture

High performance power

quality monitoring &
revenue class metering

EPM 7000

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Current Input Connections

Method One Method Two Nickel Plated Brass

Current “Gill”

Inherently CT wires CT wires terminate to meter

Safe Design pass through meter
(dia. 0.77” / 4.5mm)

Software Options

Software Option Measured Values Real-Time Avg Max Min

A Voltage L-N • • •
Voltage L-L • • •
Current Per Phase • • • •
Current Neutral •
% of Load Bar •
Voltage Angles •
Current Angles •
Watts • • • •
VAR • • • •
VA • • • •
PF • • • •
Frequency • • •
+Watt-hr •
-Watt-hr •
Watt-hr Net •
+VAR-hr •
-VAR-hr •
VAR-hr Net •
VA-hr •
B The above plus data-logging 2 MB Data-Logging •
C The above plus Harmonic Analysis Harmonic Analysis •
D The above plus Limit and Control Limit and Control Functions •
E The above plus Waveform Capture Waveform Capture at 64 samples/cycle •
3 MB total Data-Logging •
F T he above plus Waveform Capture and Waveform Capture at 512 samples/cycle •
Additional Memory
4 MB total Data-Logging •

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Waveform Options Communications

Software
Option
Samples per cycle Pre Event Cycles Post Event Cycles Max Waveform
per Event
Number of
Stored Events
Front Mounted IrDA
E 16 32 96 256 85 All EPM 7000 meters come equipped with
32 16 48 128 85 Front Mounted IrDA Communications port. This
64 8 24 64 85
eliminates the need for a communications cable
F 128 4 12 32 170
256 2 6 16 170
when the technician has an IrDA-equipped PC
512 1 3 8 170 or a PDA with COPILOT EXT software. The meter
can be set-up and programmed through the
IrDA connection.
Power Quality System Events Log:
The EPM 7000 can record voltage sag, swell, • Demand Resets Rear Mounted Serial Port
and current fault events. It records up to 512 • Password Requests
with KYZ Pulse
samples per cycle, when events occur the • System Startup The RS485 serial interface supports Modbus,
meter will record pre and post event activity and DNP 3.0 at baud rates ranging from 9600
• Energy Resets
at a programmable sampling rate. Up to 4MB to 57.6K. Also supported are KYZ pulse outputs
of storage is available allowing for a maximum • Log Resets & Reads that are mapped to absolute energy
of 170 events to be stored. Waveform data is • Programmable Settings Changes
stored in a circular buffer, this means that the Expandable I/O and Communications
meter is always recording. I/O Change Log: Capabilities
• Times Stamped Log of any Relay Output EPM 7000 meters have two expansion slots
used to accept new I/O cards. These slots can
Data Logging • Time Stamped Log of Input Status Changes
be equipped at the factory or in the field. The
The EPM 7000 meter offers the capability of • 2048 possible events
meter auto-detects installed I/O cards. Up to
having 2MB of date-logging to be used for two cards of any type may be used per meter.
Limit/Alarm Log
historical trends, limit alarms, I/0 changes power
quality recording and sequence of events. The • Provides Magnitude and Duration of an Event
unit has a real-time clock that allows for time • Time Stamp and Alarm Value provided
stamping of all the data in the instrument when • 2048 possible events
log events are created.
Limits Alarms and Control Capability
Historical Logs: (Option D and higher)
• 3 Assignable Historical Logs • Any measured parameter
• Independently Program Trending • Up to 16 limits can be selected
• Up to 64 Parameters per Log • Voltage Imbalance
• Current Imbalance
• Based on percentage full scale settings

Harmonic Spectrum Historical Trending

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Expandable I/O Cards

E1 E2 C1 C20 RS1 PS1 F1 F2

E1: C20: F1:

• 100BaseT Ethernet Card (Modbus, DNP) • Four Channel 4-20mA Outputs • Fiber Optic Interface with ST terminations
• 12 simultaneous Modbus TCP/IP connections • Assignable to any parameter • Daisy Chain switchable built-in logic mimics
• 5 simultaneous DNP over TCP/IP connections • 0.1% of full scale RS485 half duplex bus

• Network Time Protocol (NTP) support • 0 – 500Ω, no accuracy losses • ST terminated

(Network Clock Sync) • Loop Powered up to 24VDC • Modbus and DNP 3.0 Protocols available
• Embedded web server, Smartphone access
RS1: F2:
compatible
• Two Output Relays/ Two Status Inputs • Fiber Optic Interface with Versatile
• Available support for dual Ethernet Ports
terminations
available • 250VAC/30VDC – 5A Relays, Form C
• Daisy Chain switchable built-in logic mimics
E2: • Trigger on user set alarms RS485 half duplex bus.
• IEC 61850 Ethernet Card • Set delays and reset delays • Versatile terminated
• Simultaneous Modbus and IEC 61850 • Status Inputs – Wet/Dry Auto Detect (Up to • Modbus and DNP 3.0 Protocols available
150VDC)
• IEC 61850 Support including:
• Requires Software Option D or higher for limit
-- Configurable .CID file based alarms and control
-- 5 Simultaneous MMS Clients
PS1:
-- Multiple Logical Nodes
• Four Pulse Outputs / Four Status Inputs
-- Polled Operation Mode (Queried Reports)
• Programmable to any energy parameter and
-- Buffered and Unbuffered Reports
pulse value
C1: • Normally Open Contacts, Form A
• Four Channel Bi-directional 0-1mA Outputs • 120mA continuous load current
• Assignable to any parameter • Status Inputs – Wet/Dry Auto Detect (Up to
• 0.1% of Full Scale 150VDC)

• 0 to 10KΩ • Can function for manual relay control and

limit based control
• Range ±1.20mA
• Requires Software options D or higher for
limit based alarms and control

Embedded Web
The EPM 7000 with Ethernet (E1,E2 options) includes a secure web server that is viewable
from a variety of web browsers. The web server supports multiple simultaneous connections
to view the following information:

• Voltage and Current Reading

• Power and Energy Readings
• Power Quantity Information
• General Meter Information

Simultneous Data Connection through Ethernet and

Web Server

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Simultaneous Data Connections

(HTTP) (DNP 3.0 over TCP/IP) (Modbus TCP)
Web Server SCADA Meter Reading Software

(E1) (E2)

DNP 3.0 over TCP/IP

Simultaneous Connections to Modbus TCP Or IEC 61850 Protocol

Multiple Software Systems

E1 - Web Server, Modbus, DNP

• 100BaseT Ethernet Card (Modbus, DNP)
• 12 simultaneous Modbus TCP/IP connections
• 5 simultaneous DNP over TCP/IP connections
• Network Time Protocol (NTP) support (Network Clock Sync)
• Embedded web server, Smartphone access compatible
Embedded Web Server • Available support for dual Ethernet Ports available
with Smartphone
Support E2 - Web Server, Modbus, IEC 61850
• IEC 61850 Ethernet Card
• Simultaneous Modbus and IEC 61850
• IEC 61850 Support including:
-- Configurable .CID file
-- 5 Simultaneous MMS Clients
-- Multiple Logical Nodes
-- Polled Operation Mode (Queried Reports)
-- Buffered and Unbuffered Reports

GE Communicator Software – Phasor Demo Mode GE Communicator Software – Harmonic and Interharmonic Spectrum

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Software RS232, RS485, Ethernet, or modem connections. EnerVista™ Integrator

Using Launchpad as the single interface to the
EnerVista™ Integrator is a toolkit that allows
GE Communicator Software setup and analysis software makes it simple to
seamless integration of GE Multilin devices into
This software connects remote meters via Serial, enter set points, read metered values, monitor
new or existing automation systems by sending
Ethernet or Modem. It allows users to view real status and evaluate power quality.
GE device data to HMI, DCS, and SCADA systems.
time metered data, configure and analyze Included in Launchpad is a document archiving Included in EnerVista™ Integrator is:
collected information from remote EI power and management system that ensures critical • OPC/DDE Server
monitors. It works with the EPM 2200, EPM 6000, documentation is up-to-date and available
EPM 7000, EPM 9450, EPM 9650 and EPM 9800 • GE Multilin Drivers
when needed by automatically checking for
meters. and downloading new versions of manuals, • Automatic Event Retrieval

GE Communicator displays real time data from applications notes, specifications, and • Automatic Waveform Retrieval
supported meters. The data is presented in a service bulletins.
simple and powerful graphical format so that
laymen access data easily. The software offers
many screens, including:

• Voltage, Current, Power & Energy

• Time of Usage & Accumulations
• Power Quality
• Harmonics to the 255th Order
• Actual Real time Waveform Scopes
• Alarms & Limits
• Max. & Min. for Each Parameter
• I/O Device Information

EnerVista™ Launchpad
EnerVista™ Launchpad is a powerful software
package that provides users a platform to
access all of the setup and support tools needed
for configuring and maintaining GE Multilin
Products. Launchpad allows configuration of
devices in real-time by communicating using

Multilin Meter Enclosure Pre-Wired, Configured and Economical Solution for

Expanding existing switchgear or installing new metering capability can Retrofit and Small Metering Systems
be challenging due to space limitations, downtime and installation and
equipment costs. GE’s Multilin Meter Enclosure is a pre-wired configured,
Easy and Rapid Installation
economical solution for both retrofit expansions and small scale meter • Factory pre-wired, installation-ready GE metering solution eliminates
installations that allows the expansion of existing switchgear capability wiring and associated errors for rapid installation
without expensive and time-consuming design. • Extend metering capability with new systems and existing switchgear
without system installation downtime
When ordered as a meter option the enclosure provides a factory pre-wired,
installation-ready metering solution that further drives energy cost savings, Cost-Effective Retrofit Solution
by enabling the measurement of key energy usage information along
• Save up to 200% versus the addition of a new switchgear cabinet
multiple metering points for new or existing systems.
• Compact footprint makes effective use of existing allocated space
Ordering the enclosure is simple when selected as an option during meter
configuration, ensuring correct pre-wired meter-compatible delivery. • Allows new installations or the expansion of existing switchgear capability
without expensive, time-consuming designs, eliminating system downtime

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Reliable and Compatible Applications (New and Retrofit installations)

• Backed by a 10 year warranty • Industrial Multi-Tenant Monitoring
• Simple meter option ordering ensures compatibility • Commercial/Residential Buildings
with GE EPM 2000/6010/6000/7000 meters • Healthcare Institutions
• Comprehensive factory testing of both meter and • Government Buildings
enclosure together
• Manufacturing
• NEMA1 tested and UL/CUL certified
• Educational Campuses

Assembly

Lockable Hinge

Door Gasket
Fused Voltage Inputs
Current Input Control Power Transformer
Shorting Block for 277 Volt Install

Dimensional Drawings
11.06” 8.081”
10.27” 7.28”

13.50” 12.750”

8.000” 4X Ø .3125”

Enclosure Meter
FrontAssembly
Dimensions Mounting HoleAssembly
Meter Dimensions Enclosure Side
Meter Dimensions
Assembly
Front Dimensions Monitoring Dimensions Side Dimensions

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Dimensions and Mounting

Front View Side View Rear View Transducer

User Interface
Large .56” LEDs
Reading Type
Designator Tx Rx Indicator LEDs

Screen
Selectors

RS 485
IRDA
Communication
Port

Vh Pulse
% Load
Bar
Removable
Current “Gills” Cards
Auto Scale Indicator Universal Voltage Inputs

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Technical Specifications
VOLTAGE INPUTS POWER SUPPLY KYZ PULSE
• 20-576 Volts Line to Neutral • HI : 90-265VAC and 100-370VDC • Type Form C Contact
• 0-721 Volts Line to Line • LDC Option: 18-60VDC (24-48VDC Systems) • On Resistance: 35Ω Max
• Universal Voltage Input • Peak Voltage: 350VDC
• Input Withstand Capability – Meets IEEE C37.90.1 (Surge • Continuous Load Current: 120mA
Withstand Capability) STANDARD COMMUNICATIONS • Peak Load Current: 350mA (10ms)
• Programmable Voltage range to any PT ratio • 2 Com Ports (Back and Faceplate) • Off State Leakage Current @ 350VDC: 1µA
• Supports: 3 Element WYE, 2.5 Element WYE, • RS485 Communications Port
2 Element Delta, 4 Wire Delta Systems • Through Backplate
• Burden: 0.014W at 120 Volts • Protocol Modbus RTU or ASCII DIMENSIONS & SHIPPING
• Input Wire Gauge Max (AWG 12 / 2.5 mm2) • Com Port Baud Rate: 9600 to 57.6K • Weight: 2lbs
• Com Port Addresses: 001-247 • Basic Unit: H4.85x W4.82 xL4.25 inches
• 8 Bit, No Parity • Mounts in 92mm Square DIN or
CURRENT INPUTS ANSI C39.1 Round Cut-outs
• IrDA
• Class 10: (0.005 to 11)A, 5 Amp Nominal - Through Faceplace • Shipping Container Dimensions: 6” cube
• Class 2: (0.001 to 2)A, 1A Nominal Secondary • Modbus RTU, ASCII or DNP 3.0, IEC 61850 Protocols
• Fault Current Withstand:
- 100 Amps for 10 Seconds ENVIRONMENTAL
- 300 Amps for 3 Seconds METERING ACCURACY
- 500 Amps for 1 Second Storage: -20° C to +70° C
• Continuous current withstand: Measured Accuracy% of Display Range Operating: -20° C to +70° C
- 20A for Screw Terminated or Pass Through Current Parameters Reading
Humidity: to 95% RH Non-Condensing
Connections Voltage L-N 0.1% 0-9999 V or kV
• Programmable Current to Any CT Ratio Faceplate Rating: NEMA12 (Water Resistant) Mounting
Voltage L-L 0.2% 0-9999 Scalable V or kV
Gasket Included
• Burden 0.005VA Per Phase Current 0.1% 0-9999 Amps or kAmps
• Max at 11 Amps +/- Watts 0.2% 0-9999 Watts, kWatts,
• Pickup Current: Mwatts COMPLIANCE
0.1% of Nominal +/- Wh 0.2% 5-8 Digits • IEC 687 (0.2% Accuracy)
Class 10: 5mA Programmable
Class 2: 1mA • ANSI C12.20 (0.2% Accuracy)
+/-VARs 0.2% 0-9999 VARs, kVARs,
• Pass Through Wire Gauge Dimension: 0.177” / 4.5mm MVARs • ANSI (IEEE) C37.90.1 Surge Withstand
+/-VARh 0.2% 5-8 Digits • ANSI C62.41 (Burst)
Programmable • IEC1000-4-2: ESD
ISOLATION
VA 0.2% 0-9999 VA, kVA, MVA • IEC1000-4-3: Radiated Immunity
• All Inputs and Outputs are Galvanically Isolated to 2500
VAh 0.2% 5 –8 Digits
Volts AC Programmable • IEC1000-4-4: Fast Transient
PF 0.2% +/- 0.5 – 1.0
SENSING METHOD Frequency +/- 0.03 Hz 45 –65 Hz APPROVALS
• True RMS %THD +/- 2.0% 1 to 99.99%
% Load Bar +/- 1 Segment (0.005 to 6) A ISO: Manufactured to an ISO9001 registered program
• Sampling at 400+ Samples per Cycle on all channels
measured readings simultaneously UL: Listed under E250818
• Waveform up to 512 Samples/cycle CE: Conforms to European CE standards
• Harmonics resolution to 40th order

UPDATE RATE
• Watts, VAR and VA-100msec
• All other parameters 1sec

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Ordering
PL7000 * * * * * * * Description
Standard unit with display, all current/voltage/power/frequency/energy counters measurement, % load bar,
RS 485 and IRDA communication ports and one front test pulse output.
Enclosure ENC120 NEMA1 Rated - Indoor, Single Meter Enclosure, 120V
ENC277 NEMA1 Rated - Indoor, Single Meter Enclosure, 277V
XXXXXX Without Enclosure
Frequency 5 50 Hz AC frequency system
6 60 Hz AC frequency system
Current Inputs 5A 5 Amps
1A 1 Amp
Software A Multimeter Function Only
B Data Logging Memory, 2 MB of Memory
C Power Quality Harmonics, 2 MB of Memory
D Limits and Control, 2 MB of Memory
E 64 Samples/Cycle Waveform Recording, 3 MB of Memory
F 512 Samples/Cycle Waveform Recording, 4 MB of Memory
Power Supply HI 90-265VAC/100-370VDC
LDC 18-60VDC
I/O Modules* X X None
E1 E1 100BaseT Ethernet
E2 E2 100BaseT Ethernet with IEC 61850 Protocol
C1 C1 Four Channel Bi-directional 0-1mA Outputs
C20 C20 Four Channel 4-20mA Outputs
RS1 RS1 Two Relay status Outputs / Two Status Inputs
PS1 PS1 Four Pulse Outputs / Four Status Inputs
F1 F1 Fiber Optic Interface with ST terminations
F2 F2 Fiber Optic Interface with Versatile Terminations
* Each I/O module can be ordered as a separate upgradable part

EPM 7000 is available without a display as the EPM 7000T. Please see the online store for ordering information.

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