Description
Key Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Model | SYN5200A-Z V217 |
| ABB Order Number | 3BHB006713R0217 |
| Manufacturer | ABB |
| Product Family | SYNCHROTACT 5 |
| Product Type | Automatic Synchronizing Device |
| Primary Function | Generator/grid synchronization |
| Synchronization Application | Generator-to-grid and synchronous-line connection |
| Configuration | V217 |
| Control Objective | Controlled breaker closing at acceptable synchronization conditions |
| Measurement Variables | Voltage, frequency, phase relationship |
| Installation | Application-specific control/switchgear cabinet |
| System Integration | Generator excitation/governor and breaker-control circuitry |
| Condition | New Surplus or Fully Tested Refurbished |
Specification caution: Publicly available secondary listings contain conflicting technical figures for this exact order number. One listing claims specific voltage, frequency, communications, temperature, and phase-angle values, but those figures are not sufficiently corroborated by primary ABB documentation. I would not use those figures as procurement specifications without the applicable ABB manual, project drawing, or original nameplate.
The stronger evidence is the identification of 3BHB006713R0217 as SYN5200A-Z, V217, SYNCHROTACT 5.
Application Scenarios & Pain Points
Synchronization equipment becomes critical at the exact moment when a generator or line is being connected to an energized electrical system. A unit that is incorrectly configured may appear healthy during a basic power-up test while producing incorrect synchronization behavior under actual operating conditions.
- Generator-to-grid synchronization: SYNCHROTACT 5 is designed for automatic synchronization and grid connection of synchronous generators.
- Power-generation switchgear: The synchronizer can form part of the breaker-control chain, determining when electrical conditions are suitable for connection.
- Synchronous line or busbar connection: ABB-associated SYNCHROTACT 5 application information also identifies automatic connection of synchronous and asynchronous lines, transmission lines, and busbars.
- Grid-connection monitoring: The family can be used for synchronization checking during automatic or manual connection procedures, including applications involving de-energized lines.
Field note: When replacing one of these units, photograph the terminal wiring before removal and record every synchronization parameter. The breaker closing time is particularly easy to overlook. A replacement unit with the right part number but the wrong parameter set can still produce a bad closing angle.
SYN5201A-Z,V277-3BHB006714R0277
Related Products
- SYN5201A-Z V217 / 3BHB006714R0217 — Closely related single-channel SYNCHROTACT 5 synchronizer. It belongs to the same general product family but carries a different ABB order number and channel architecture.
- SYN5202 — Multi-channel SYNCHROTACT configuration. More appropriate where the generator/control scheme requires multiple independent synchronization channels rather than the configuration of the SYN5200A-Z.
- SYN5302 — Higher-level multi-channel SYNCHROTACT architecture intended for applications requiring additional synchronization channels and system availability.
- SYNCHROTACT 5 — The product family surrounding the SYN5200A-Z V217. It covers automatic synchronization, synchronization checking, and grid-connection functions.
- SYN5200A-Z — Base product designation. The V217 suffix should remain part of the purchasing identification because the variant determines the specific configuration.
- SYN5201A-Z V271 — Another SYN5201A-Z variant. Similar functional family, but the different variant/order number means it should not be treated as an automatic substitute.
- SYN5201A-Z V277 — Another configuration within the SYN5201A-Z family. Useful for cross-reference work only after checking the application documentation.
- SYNCHROTACT 6 — Later synchronization-generation hardware. It may be considered for modernization, but migration requires review of wiring, parameters, interfaces, breaker timing, and control-system integration.
The Engineer’s Guide: Field Pitfalls to Avoid
WARNING 1 — Do not buy against “SYN5200A-Z” alone.
The exact procurement identification is / 3BHB006713R0217. The designation should be recorded with the ABB order number.
How to avoid it: Photograph the original nameplate and compare model + variant + order number before approving the replacement.
WARNING 2 — Do not assume a power-up test proves synchronization performance.
A synchronizer may boot normally while its voltage measurement, phase comparison, parameter memory, or breaker-control output has not been properly tested.
How to avoid it: For refurbished equipment, request a documented functional test covering voltage measurement, frequency measurement, synchronization decision logic, output relays, and parameter retention.
WARNING 3 — Breaker timing and VT/PT scaling can make a good synchronizer look bad.
The synchronizer operates as part of a larger control loop. Incorrect transformer ratios, phase wiring, nominal-frequency settings, or breaker closing-time compensation can produce incorrect closing behavior.
How to avoid it: Before commissioning, verify:
- VT/PT secondary wiring
- Phase sequence
- Nominal voltage
- Nominal frequency
- Generator/bus measurement assignments
- Breaker closing time
- Synchronization limits
- Output relay wiring
A scope trace or synchronization test set is much more useful here than simply watching the front panel.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is ABB 3BHB006713R0217?
It is an ABB SYNCHROTACT 5 synchronization controller, identified as , , order number 3BHB006713R0217. Its application is associated with synchronization and controlled electrical connection of generators or other power-system circuits.
Is the same as SYN5201A-Z ?
No. They should be treated as different ABB order configurations.
The two share the SYNCHROTACT family, but 3BHB006713R0217 and 3BHB006714R0217 are different order numbers. Do not approve one as a direct replacement for the other based only on the SYNCHROTACT 5 family name.
What does mean?
is the configuration/variant designation associated with this particular order. For procurement, it should remain attached to the model identification rather than being omitted.
The correct purchasing description is:
ABB — SYNCHROTACT 5 — 3BHB006713R0217
Where is SYNCHROTACT 5 used?
ABB-associated application information identifies SYNCHROTACT 5 for:
- Automatic synchronization of synchronous generators with the grid
- Automatic connection of synchronous/asynchronous lines
- Transmission-line and busbar connection
- Synchronization checking during automatic or manual grid connection
Can I use a refurbished 3BHB006713R0217 in a generator control cabinet?
Potentially, yes, provided the unit is the correct variant and passes functional testing.
For a refurbished unit, I would verify the exact order number, physical condition, parameter retention, measurement circuits, relay outputs, and synchronization performance. A clean housing and successful power-up are not enough.
What should I check before replacing the ?
Use this checklist:
- Confirm 3BHB006713R0217.
- Confirm .
- Photograph existing terminal wiring.
- Record all programmed parameters.
- Verify VT/PT ratios.
- Check phase sequence.
- Record breaker closing time.
- Confirm generator and bus measurement assignments.
- Test the replacement before connecting it to the live breaker-control circuit.
- Perform a controlled synchronization test before returning the bay to automatic operation.
What is the main procurement risk with this ABB unit?
Ordering the correct family but the wrong configuration. SYNCHROTACT 5 contains several related synchronization products, and secondary listings sometimes mix technical descriptions between variants.
For a plant buyer, the safest specification is therefore the complete / 3BHB006713R0217 identification, accompanied by a photograph of the existing nameplate and confirmation of the test procedure and warranty.
