Why Choose the Lovato PMVF20D048 Interface Protection Unit?
The Lovato PMVF20D048 is a dedicated interface protection system unit designed to monitor the connection between a local electricity generation installation and the public low-voltage distribution network. It is suitable for photovoltaic systems, cogeneration equipment and other distributed generation applications operating in parallel with the mains supply.
Designed for three-phase systems with or without neutral, the PMVF20D048 continuously monitors minimum and maximum voltage together with minimum and maximum frequency. Dual protection thresholds allow the unit to detect abnormal grid conditions and operate the interface disconnection device when monitored values move outside permitted limits.
The PMVF20D048 is intended for 230 V and 400 V AC networks and features a 12–48 V DC auxiliary supply. It is compliant with the Italian CEI 0-21 standard for low-voltage interface protection. This model is listed by Lovato Electric as out of catalogue, so customers should contact LED Controls to confirm availability or identify a suitable replacement.
Key Advantages
- Dedicated interface protection for distributed generation systems.
- Suitable for three-phase systems with or without neutral.
- Dual-threshold minimum and maximum voltage protection.
- Dual-threshold minimum and maximum frequency monitoring.
- Designed for 230 V and 400 V AC low-voltage networks.
- 12–48 V DC auxiliary supply for control-panel applications.
- Compatible with current transformers featuring 1 A or 5 A secondary outputs.
- Compliant with the Italian CEI 0-21 interface protection standard.
Key Features
- Lovato PMVF series interface protection system.
- Three-phase voltage and frequency monitoring.
- Suitable for systems with or without a neutral conductor.
- Dual minimum-voltage thresholds.
- Dual maximum-voltage thresholds.
- Dual minimum-frequency thresholds.
- Dual maximum-frequency thresholds.
- 12–48 V DC rated auxiliary supply.
- Maximum auxiliary operating voltage of approximately 70 V DC.
- Current measurement using 1 A or 5 A current transformers.
- Relay outputs for interface device control and alarm signalling.
- Suitable for photovoltaic and parallel generation installations.
Reliable Grid Interface Protection
Distributed electricity generation systems must be disconnected from the public network whenever voltage or frequency conditions move outside permitted operating limits. The Lovato PMVF20D048 continuously monitors the mains connection and controls an external interface device when an unacceptable grid condition is detected.
Its dual voltage and frequency thresholds allow the protection response to be coordinated with the requirements of the generation system and local distribution network. The low-voltage DC auxiliary supply makes the unit suitable for control panels equipped with battery-backed or dedicated DC power supplies.
Typical Applications
- Photovoltaic generation systems.
- Low-voltage renewable energy installations.
- Cogeneration and combined heat and power systems.
- Distributed electricity generation.
- Parallel generator connections.
- Grid-connected industrial power systems.
- Interface protection control panels.
- Energy production and monitoring installations.