Evolution Series E9000*

Motor Control CentersSimplicity, Safety, Space Efficiency

GEEnergy Management

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The Next Level inMotor Control Centers

The Evolution Series E9000 Motor Control Center providesa safe, flexible, and centralized means to protect andcontrol motors.

Since 1948, GE has driven the development of motorcontrol centers, from the first plug-in combination starterto the first fully segregated units to contain fault damage.

And now, the Evolution Series E9000 introduces the first600A plug-in units and the first snap-in low voltage vertical barriers.

Evolution's 850A Vertical Bus, Snap-In Shelves, Plug-InFeeders to 600A, and Plug-In Starters to Size 5 providecustomers with more flexibility to move buckets aroundand add them in the future.

These evolutionary advances extend to versatility inapplication – from the most complex auxiliary drive systemsto the most basic control of fan or pump motors.

They also embrace the scope and caliber of componentsand systems required to satisfy those applications, fromthe latest in solid-state starters and drives to world-classprogrammable logic control to a wide variety of provencontrol and distribution devices.

Enhanced simplicity and safety along with reducedsize all make the Evolution Series E9000 your naturalchoice in motor control centers.

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Evolution Series E9000Customer feedback from structured focus groups provided the foundation for the Evolution Series E9000.OEMs asked for the flexibility that comes from a simplifieddesign. Users wanted enhanced safety features andeasier access for maintenance and troubleshooting.Consultants sought a smaller footprint so they couldminimize electrical room space. Using the acclaimedSix Sigma process, GE designed a motor control centerthat meets all these needs and more.

Simpler Is BetterThe Evolution Series E9000 design has the followingadvantages over its predecessor:• 20% Increased Density

Customers can add more buckets and feeders in asingle section

• 30% Increased Wire SpaceEvolution's unique design allows for more wiringspace despite its increased density

• 60% Fewer PartsThis translates to greater flexibility, easier installation,and fewer stocked parts

The simplicity dramatically cuts order-to-shipmentcycles and increases our ability to respond quickly tochanging project requirements. For example, the 600Aplug-in stab assembly enables more flexibility for thefactory, allowing them to move larger units around inthe equipment, minimizing the impact that customerchanges have on the production schedule. The 250Aand 600A plug-in units also speed up field installationand make even last-minute changes for the end usersfaster and easier to execute.

Installation is further made simple because of theseadditional features:• Deeper vertical wireway channels for greater wire

bending space• Hinged wireway doors - no loose covers to keep

track of• Rolled edges that protect wires on all four side

access openings• Front-accessible control terminal blocks that speed

up installation

Visible Blade DisconnectsCustomers now have the option to visually verify thatall three blades of the disconnect are open prior to opening the door.

Key Features & BenefitsEvolution's Minimum 65KAIC Bus Bracing StandardProvides customers with the ability to expand as theirsystem requirements grow.

IBC-2009 Seismic StandardEvolution's robust design, fewer parts, and strongerassembly allows for a Seismic Zone 4 standard ratingfor customer peace of mind.

Plug-In Starters to Size 5Customers can plug GE Starters up to Size 5, allowingeasy installation and removal. In addition, Size 5starters have been reduced to 36" high, so two unitscan fit in a single MCC section

Plug-In Feeder Circuit Breakers up to 600AThe largest selection of plug-in feeders in the Industryprovides GE customers increased flexibility to quicklymove buckets.

Drives Rated to 100KAICGE drives are rated to 100KAIC without fuses, savingcustomers footprint and additional expense. GE hasone of the industry’s smallest plug-in drive units,specifically at higher horsepower.

Multilin MM200 and MM300 Motor Management RelaysThe newest options for the Evolution Series E9000 MCCare the Multilin MM200 and MM300 protection relays.They provide the latest technology in motor protectionand control found in high-end protection relays. Thefeatures are suitable for process applications requiringvarying levels of diagnostics and control; for criticalapplications requiring remote monitoring; and forhigh-speed control on a network separate from dataacquisition.

Integrated Surge Protection DeviceGE SPD components ensure the smoothing of spikesand inherent noise in utility/generator power flowingthrough your motor control center.

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A New Level in Simplicity & Space Efficiency

850A Vertical BusHigher amperage means customers can now place more buckets in a single section. The 850A Vertical Bus also providesflexibility to add buckets as a facility's needs grow.

Plug-In Units to 600AOnly GE offers Plug-In Circuit Breaker Feeders above 400A.Provides additional flexibility to customers to move buckets aroundquickly.

Horizontal Handles AvailableMinimize space requirements for 6" and 12" feeder breakers and 6" starters.

Plug-In Starters to Size 5Allows quick and easy insertion and removal of buckets, providingmore flexibility to the end customer.

36” Size 5 FNVR Circuit Breaker Now AvailableAllows two Size 5 FNVR units to be placed in one section.

Pilot Device BracketsSwing open for easy access to components, wiring, and terminal blocks.

Removable Hinge PinsMakes door removal and alignment easy.

Incoming-Line Terminal CompartmentsAvailable with optional integral metering CTs without additional space.

Interchangeable NEMASize 1 and 2 FNVRStartersIn 12" high units, makingfield modifications simple.

Pull-Apart ControlTerminal BlocksAllow units to be withdrawn withoutdisconnecting thewiring. Rated to 60A, 600V.

Lift-Up HandlesAllow fast, full accessto fused switches andcircuit breakers.

Compact Starters Allow Size 1 FVNRstarter in a 6" space,FVNR size 2 and 3 in12", and 4 in 18".

Oversized NameplatesDurable engraved labelsidentify units at aglance. Standard sizeis 2"x3".

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A New Level in Safety

Safe MaintenanceUnits can be withdrawn to a disconnected positionand padlocked for maintenance.

Clear Lexan BarriersSeparates the main horizontal bus from the top wireway, soentrance to the wireway can be made without danger of contactwith a live bus.

Optional Unit Ground Bus StabsEngages the vertical ground bus before the phase bus.

Large Isolated Wire TroughsIn separate doors make wiring and inspection easy.

Lasting Protection from the EnvironmentPowder-coated paint withstands 600-hour salt spray tests.

Optional Visible Blade Indication

600A and 250A Plug-inStabs Under DoubleSpring PressureAssures positive contact with the vertical bus whiletwo-step engagementand a positive guidance system easeinstallation andremoval.

Smooth-EdgedWirewaysAll case-side wirewaysfeature a 1/2" roll-formedlip to reduce damage towire insulation.

Polyester-ReinforcedSandwich BusInsulates the verticalbus to help prevent thespread of faults andsmall stab openingsprovide effective isolation.

UnmistakableLabel IndicatorsProvides clear indication of ON-TRIP-OFF status. Handlescan also be locked inthe OFF position withup to three padlocks.

Optional AutomaticShutter BarrierCovers the vertical busstab area when plug-inunits are removed.

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NEMA Motor Starter and ProtectionAt the core of the Evolution Series E9000you’ll find GE motor starters – non-reversing, reversing, two speed, and combination forms in NEMA sizes 1-6. Theyincorporate all of the most requested features and benefits.

• Fast contact inspection via tool-less contactor disassembly and highly visiblecontacts

• Fast coil change and contact replacement• Overload relays with adjustable trip current

or various optional solid-state overloadrelays: CR324, CR324X, as well as MultilinMM200, MM300, 239, and 269 relays

• Molded coils that are impervious tomoisture, dirt and oil

• Wedge-shaped contacts for positive makewith minimum bounce

• Weld-resistant, cool-operating, long-livedcontact tips on all 300-Line motor starters

A New Level in Control, Flexibility, and ProtectionMotor Control Center Components, Accessories, and Service

Programmable Logic ControlEvolution E9000 motor control centers takethe next step in supporting automationcontrol with the family of GE Intelligent Platforms programmable logic controllers.

Choose from:• VersaMax PLC & I/O• Series 90-30 PLC• RXi Controller• RX3i Controller• Genius I/O Systems• RSTi Distributed I/O

Solid State Reduced-Voltage StartersASTAT BP and ASTAT XT starters deliversmooth stepless motor acceleration ordeceleration by gradually increasing voltage from a preset level to full voltageover a selected time period.

To the Evolution E9000, they bring a rangeof advanced functions, plus:• Increased productivity and reliability• Enhanced motor protection• Built-in Modbus RTU• Digital precision and speed• LCD Display and 6-button keypad that

can be mounted remotely through the door

• Multilanguage interface• LED indicators• Data readouts, fault diagnostics, and

statistical data• High level of immunity• Easy operation, adjustment and

maintenance• Pump control, jog, and tachometer control• Isolation and bypass• Plug-in units to 100HP at 460V for

ASTAT BP • Plug-in units to 50HP at 460V for ASTAT

XT with external bypass in NEMA 1 or 12• Available in 600V ratings to 500HP

Circuit ProtectionThe scope of circuit protection offered inEvolution Series E9000 motor control centersis broad enough to meet every need. Fromamong the Mag-Break and Spectra RMSmotor circuit protectors, heavy-duty fusibledisconnects, high-pressure contact switches, and the rugged and reliablePower Break II insulated case breakers (featuring the EntelliGuard TU trip unit), you’llfind the specific protection your systemrequires.

Pilot DevicesCR104P pilot devices – which come in everyconceivable form - deliver the high-classappearance and reliable operation thatput a good face on and provide a goodinterface with the motor control center.

300-Line C2000

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Integrated Surge Protection DeviceSPD components ensure the smoothing ofspikes and inherent noise in utility/generatorpower flowing through your control center.The integrated features minimize wire connections and offer greatly improvedclamping characteristics. Engineered forreliability, flexibility and long life in themost extreme surge environments, the GE SPD maintains its true maximum surgecurrent rating unlimited by fusing. Thissuperior design has been proven successfulin third-party tests.

Much MoreIn addition to still more components – relayscontactors, electronic control modules,voltage monitors – Evolution Series E9000motor control centers are available with avariety of other GE products and equipment.

These Include:• GE Zenith Automatic Transfer Switches• Operator and Metering Panels• Relay Panels• Lighting and Distribution Panelboards• Distribution Transformers• Power Factor Correction Capacitors

World-Class Customer ServiceOur knowledgeable staff at GE comesequipped with an ever-expanding array ofcustomer service tools such as:• Speedi program, which quickly generates

layout and pricing information• Automated Requisition Engineering

software (HIRES), which reduces the timeneeded for project drawing approval

• Every Evolution Series E9000 MotorControl Center has a toll-free productresolution number for service after it arrives

• To support your motor control center,pre-engineered plug-in units with discreteFastrac catalog numbers are availablefrom the factory, often in less than a week

Multilin MM200* and MM300 MotorManagement RelaysThe MM200 and MM300 provide the latesttechnology in motor protection and controlfound in high-end protection relays.Available features include:• Comprehensive motor protection• Motor performance data metering• Advanced automation capabilities for

customized protection and integratedprocess control

• Advanced FlexLogic to reduce requirements for local PLCs

• Powerful communications including serial,Ethernet, Profibus, and DeviceNet protocols for easy integration into manufacturing systems

• Motor diagnostic information, includingsequence-of-event records and waveformcapture to provide reports for troubleshooting and to improve uptime

• Small form factor and remote displayoptions designed to fit in MCC buckets

The MM200 and MM300 can be networkedto communicate diagnostic and processinformation to remote computers to helpspeed maintenance, reduce downtime, andincrease productivity. Optional snap-insteel wireway barriers enhance isolation oflow-voltage signal wiring between units.

Other smart overload relays with additional communication options are alsoavailable upon request.

Adjustable Frequency DrivesAF-600 FP*

AC drives are ideal for variable torque loadssuch as fans, pumps and compressors.Commands from the keypad or facilitymanagement system - along with pre loadedmotor parameters - make for quick andeasy installation.

AF-650 GP*

These drives offer flexibility across a range ofconstant torque applications. They employprocess control systems that make any tasksimple and profitable, and they can be configured to operate in a flux vector controlmode.

DEA-334F (08/15)

General Specifications

Standards NEMA ICS 2-3, UL845, cULWiring NEMA Class (I, II), Type (A, BD, BT, C)Enclosures NEMA Types 1, 2, 3R or 12Seismic Rating IBC-2006 StandardDimensions Sections Main Bus Rating W H D

600A-1200A 20" or 24" 90" 13" or 20"1600A-2500A 20" or 24" 90" 22"

Horizontal 12" high top, 6" bottom (12" bottom available); Wireway Hinged removable door

Bus System Main Horizontal Bus 600-2500A, tin or silver platedMain Bus Bracing 65 KAIC or 100 KAICVertical Bus 300A-600A, 850A with main bus ≥ 1000aGround Bus Full width copper 300A-600ANeutral Bus 300A-1600A

Branch Circuit Protection Molded Case Circuit Breakers or Fusible SwitchesConstruction • Positive guidance for plug-in unit stabs

• Tool-less unit insertion and removal• Lift-out unit shelves• Directly connected power stabs and unit disconnect• Plug-in construction in circuit breaker starter units Size 1-5, circuit breaker feeders ≤ 600A• Compartment doors: flange-formed pan type, section mounted, with removable hinge pins• Operating handles: direct drive, mechanically interlocked with door, ON-TRIP-OFF position

indicators, provision for up to three padlocks in the OFF position• Terminal blocks: split type on combination starter units with Type B or C wiring; units up to

Size 5 removable without disconnection or control leads from terminal blocksCommunications Modbus RTU, DeviceNet, Profibus, Modbus TCP/IP - available network data:Provisions • Metering (average phase in amps, control voltage, motor runtime)

• Starter status and configuration notification (run, overload, ground fault, phase imbalance,commanded trip, class setting)

• Information (voltage, internal failure, motor load warning) Remote Control (ON, OFF, TRIP, RESET)Parts Renewal parts for the E9000 Motor Control Center, and previous designs including 7700 Line,

8000 Line and Spectra, are available through your local authorized GE Distributor.

GE41 Woodford Avenue, Plainville, CT 06062www.geindustrial.com

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*Trademark of the General Electric Company and/or its subsidiaries.

AF-600 FP, AF-650 GP, MM200 and MM300 are trademarks and Evolution Series E9000 and EntelliGuard areregistered trademarks of the General Electric Company.

Information provided is subject to change without notice. Please verify all details with GE. All valuesare design or typical values when measured under laboratory conditions, and GE makes no warrantyor guarantee, express or implied, that such performance will be obtained under end-user conditions.