Schneider RM17TA00 3-Phase Multifunction Supply Monitoring Relay

(Phase Sequence / Perte de phase / 3-Phase Voltage Unbalance)

Série: Zélio Contrôle / Harmony RM17T Series, Montage sur rail DIN 3-phase monitoring relay, commonly known as phase sequence protector.

✅ Monitoring Functions

Phase sequence detection (L1-L2-L3): Instant trip upon reverse phase sequence

Phase loss detection: Instant trip if any phase is lost (including phase loss with regenerated voltage from motors)

3-phase voltage asymmetry (déséquilibrer): Adjustable threshold from 5% à 15% of Un, with time-delayed tripping

Logic rule: Phase reversal / phase loss → instantaneous trip; voltage unbalance → delayed trip.

📌 Key Electrical Specifications

Monitoring voltage range: AC 208～480V (operating limit: 183～528V AC)

Fréquence: 50/60 Hz (±10%)

Output contact: 1 CO (SPDT), 5UN / 250ACC

Time delay adjustment: 0.1~10s (only for unbalance faults)

Reset delay: Environ. 1.5s

Consommation d'énergie: ≤22VA @ 400V 50Hz

Montage: DIN 35mm rail; width 17.5mm (1 largeur du module)

Indication: Status LED; sealed transparent cover prevents accidental parameter changes

🧮 RM17T Series Selection Comparison (Key for Model Selection)

RM17TT00: Séquence de phases + perte de phase (NO unbalance monitoring)

RM17TA00 (Current Model): Séquence de phases + perte de phase + 3-phase voltage asymmetry

RM17TU00: Séquence de phases + perte de phase + sous-tension

RM17TE00: Séquence de phases + perte de phase + asymmetry + surtension + sous-tension (full-function model)

🛠️ Scénarios d'application typiques

Ascenseurs, levage & conveying equipment, compresseurs d'air, pompes à eau, refrigeration units, machines d'emballage; prevents motor reverse rotation, burnout from phase loss, and overheating caused by three-phase unbalance.

🔌 Wiring Guidelines

1. Connect L1/L2/L3 directly to the monitored three-phase supply (auto-alimenté, no separate auxiliary supply required).
2. Terminaux 15/16/18 form one changeover contact: 15-16 = normally closed; 15-18 = normally open.
3. Panel setting: First select rated voltage (208/220/380/400/415/480V), then set unbalance threshold and fault delay time.
4. Récupération de panne: Automatic reset once power returns to normal; no manual reset button.

⚠️ Dépannage

Relay does not energize after power-up: Check phase sequence, perte de phase, and voltage range dip switch setting.

Frequent tripping during normal operation: Increase unbalance percentage threshold, extend time delay, and investigate single-phase load current imbalance.

No LED illumination: Three-phase input voltage exceeds the 183~528V operating range.

📎 Replacement Options

Direct upgraded replacement within the same product line: RM22TA33 (RM22 series, same functions with 2 C/O contacts).

Alternatives nationales: Chint / Delixi three-phase phase-sequence & unbalance monitoring relays.

1. Full Model List of RM17T Series

(3-phase supply monitoring relays, 17.5mm single-module width, Montage sur rail DIN)

1) Modèle de base: RM17TG (Only phase sequence + perte de phase; no unbalance / undervoltage monitoring)

RM17TG00: 1 C/O changeover contact, 208～480V AC

RM17TG20: 2 C/O dual changeover contacts, 208～440V AC

2) Multifunction Models (RM17TT / PAREMENT / TU / LE, 208～480V AC, 1 C/O contact uniformly)

Abbreviation explanation:

TU = T + Sous-tension

TE = T + Everything (fonctions complètes)

III. Common Specifications for the Whole Series (All Models Identical)

Plage de tension: AC 208～480V (operating limit 183～528V)

Évaluation des contacts: 5UN / 250ACC; RM17TG00/TT/TA/TU/TE = 1 CO; only RM17TG20 = 2 CO

Largeur: 17.5mm (1P module)

Mode de réinitialisation: Automatic reset after fault clears; no manual reset button

1. Upgraded Replacement Models (RM22 Series with Extra Contacts)

RM17TA00 → RM22TA33 (2 C/O contacts)

RM17TU00 → RM22TU23

RM17TE00 → RM22TE33

RM17TA00 Overall Dimensions (L × H × P)

17.5 mm × 90 mm × 72 mm

Largeur: 17.5 mm (1-pole module, same width as 1P MCB)

Hauteur: 90 mm

Profondeur (from DIN rail front face): 72 mm

Montage: DIN35 standard rail

Poids net: Environ. 0.13 kilos

✅ All models in RM17T series (RM17TT00 / RM17TU00 / RM17TE00 / RM17TG00) share identical dimensions.

Core Positioning of RM17TA00

It provides phase sequence + perte de phase + three-phase voltage unbalance protection, mainly for three-phase asynchronous motors. It prevents reverse rotation, motor burnout from phase loss, and overheating caused by long-term voltage imbalance. Auto-alimenté, compact 1-module DIN rail design, ideal for compact control cabinets and retrofitting projects where no PLC signal collection is needed.

1. Industrie & Applications d'équipement
2. Levage & Convoyage (Demande principale)

Overhead cranes, electric hoists, convoyeurs à bande, gerbeurs, ascenseurs; prevents motor reverse rotation after phase reconnection and overheating damage to gearboxes and motors due to long-term unbalance.

2. Ascenseurs & Plateformes élévatrices

Freight elevators, simple lifting platforms, parking lift power circuits; wrong phase sequence causes reverse car movement; voltage unbalance leads to excessive temperature rise of traction motors.

3. Pompes à eau & Pumping Stations

High-power centrifugal pumps, submersible sewage pumps, pre-power monitoring before variable-frequency drives; unbalance is frequently caused by mixed single-phase loads in water supply, sewage treatment and chiller pump systems.

4. Compresseurs d'air & HVAC Refrigeration Units

Screw air compressors, refroidisseurs d'eau, air-source heat pumps, compresseurs de réfrigération; compressors are highly sensitive to three-phase unbalance, which easily burns out motor windings.

5. Conditionnement, Textile & Woodworking Automation

Lignes de conditionnement, machines textiles, extrudeuses, équipement auxiliaire de moulage par injection; frequent power maintenance and phase swapping require phase sequence verification before power-on.

6. Fan Loads

Ventilateurs d'extraction, induced draft fans, ventilateurs de séchage; large inertia fans produce regenerated voltage after phase loss; this model supports phase loss detection under regenerated voltage conditions.

7. Control Panels & OEM Equipment Matching

380V three-phase control cabinets, non-standard automation OEM factory-fitted protection; old equipment retrofits, hard-contact interlock without adding PLC analog modules.

1. Selection Boundary: Approprié / Scénarios inappropriés

✅ Recommandé:

Three-phase motor loads with risks of voltage asymmetry overheating (core advantage over RM17TT00)

Supply voltage AC 208~480V, 50/60Hz

Espace de rangement limité, seulement 1 module width available

Hard-contact interlock directly wired into main contactor coil circuit

❌ Not recommended:

Surtension + undervoltage monitoring required → choose RM17TE00

Only undervoltage protection without unbalance → choose RM17TU00

Dual independent alarm contacts required → upgrade to RM22TA33 (2CO)

Motors behind variable-frequency drives: VFDs already have built-in phase loss & protection contre le déséquilibre; extra relay is generally unnecessary.

III. Typical Control Logic

Contact wired in series with the main contactor coil circuit:

Normal power supply → relay energizes and closes, contactor power permitted;

Phase reversal / perte de phase / voltage unbalance detected → relay de-energizes and opens, cutting off main power, with dry contacts available for PLC or audible-visual alarm signals.