Why Choose the Lovato PMVF51 Interface Protection Unit?
The Lovato PMVF51 is a dedicated interface protection system unit designed for low-voltage electricity generation installations operating in parallel with the public distribution network. It continuously monitors voltage and frequency conditions and controls the external interface device when electrical parameters move outside permitted operating limits.
Compliant with the Italian CEI 0-21 standard, the PMVF51 is suitable for single-phase and three-phase systems with or without a neutral conductor. It provides dual-threshold minimum and maximum voltage protection together with dual-threshold minimum and maximum frequency supervision for dependable grid connection protection.
The unit supports 230 V and 400 V AC networks, includes inputs for external 1 A or 5 A current transformers and provides two SPDT relay outputs. Its six-module DIN rail housing, removable screw terminals and optional communication expansion modules make it suitable for photovoltaic, cogeneration and other distributed generation control panels. The PMVF51 is listed by Lovato Electric as out of catalogue, so availability should be confirmed before ordering.
Key Advantages
- Dedicated interface protection for low-voltage generation systems.
- Suitable for single-phase and three-phase systems.
- Supports installations with or without a neutral conductor.
- Dual-threshold minimum and maximum voltage protection.
- Dual-threshold minimum and maximum frequency monitoring.
- Compatible with 230 V and 400 V AC networks.
- Two SPDT relay outputs for interface control and signalling.
- Optional communication modules support integration with monitoring systems.
Key Features
- Lovato PMVF series interface protection unit.
- Compliant with the Italian CEI 0-21 standard.
- Single-phase and three-phase voltage monitoring.
- Suitable for systems with or without neutral.
- Dual minimum-voltage thresholds.
- Dual maximum-voltage thresholds.
- Dual minimum-frequency thresholds.
- Dual maximum-frequency thresholds.
- True RMS current measurement.
- Inputs for external 1 A or 5 A current transformers.
- Four isolated 12 V DC digital inputs.
- Two SPDT changeover relay outputs.
- Removable screw terminals for straightforward panel wiring.
- Six-module DIN rail mounted housing.
Reliable Low-Voltage Grid Interface Protection
Electricity generation systems connected in parallel with a public distribution network must be disconnected when voltage or frequency conditions exceed authorised limits. The Lovato PMVF51 continuously supervises the connected supply and operates the external interface device when an abnormal network condition is detected.
Its configurable dual protection thresholds enable coordinated responses to different voltage and frequency events. Support for single-phase and three-phase systems makes the PMVF51 suitable for a broad range of low-voltage renewable energy and distributed generation installations.
Typical Applications
- Single-phase photovoltaic installations.
- Three-phase photovoltaic generation systems.
- Cogeneration and combined heat and power systems.
- Distributed electricity generation.
- Low-voltage parallel generator connections.
- Renewable energy control panels.
- Grid interface protection systems.
- Industrial energy production installations.