HYDRAN M2
HYDRAN M2
HYDRAN M2
HYDRAN M2
HYDRAN M2

HYDRAN M2

  • Early Fault Detection: Continuous monitoring of gas/moisture levels with configurable alarms (alert/warning thresholds).
  • Low Maintenance: No moving parts, pumps, or field calibration; sensor lifespan >10 years.
  • Easy Installation: Mounts directly to a transformer oil valve (no additional piping).
  • Advanced Analytics: On-board IEEE-standard models for insulation aging, overload capacity, and cooling efficiency.
  • Reliability: Third-generation design with a global installed base of 10,000+ units; IP65 rating for harsh environments.
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Description

1. Product Description

GE HYDRAN M2 is a compact, permanently mounted online transformer monitoring device designed to detect early fault conditions in oil-immersed transformers. As part of GE’s advanced asset health management portfolio, the HYDRAN M2 continuously monitors dissolved fault gases (hydrogen, carbon monoxide, acetylene, ethylene) and moisture in oil, providing real-time data to prevent unexpected outages. Its modular design supports optional sensors (oil temperature, load, ambient conditions) and integrates with IEEE/IEC-standard mathematical models to calculate transformer health indicators like winding hot-spot temperature and insulation aging. With robust communication protocols (RS485, TCP/IP), the HYDRAN M2 seamlessly integrates into SCADA/DCS systems, making it ideal for power utilities, industrial plants, and critical infrastructure.

2. Product Parameters

Parameter Specification
Model HYDRAN M2
Brand GE (General Electric)
Monitoring Parameters Dissolved gas (H₂, CO, C₂H₂, C₂H₄), moisture (%RH/ppm), optional temperature/load
Sensor Types Hydrogen-only or composite gas (100% H₂ + CO/C₂H₂/C₂H₄ sensitivity)
Communication RS485 (standard), TCP/IP (copper/fiber optional), Modbus RTU/ASCII
Power Supply 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Protection Rating IP65 (dust/water ingress protection)
Dimensions (W×H×D) 263 × 58 × 28 mm (compact design for single-valve installation)
Weight 4.3 kg
Compatibility Mineral/synthetic ester oils; GE’s Perception™ Transformer Fleet Management software
Self-Diagnostics Full system self-test (every 15 days), fault alerts (power failure, sensor issues)
HYDRAN M2

HYDRAN M2

3. Advantages and Features

  • Early Fault Detection: Continuous monitoring of gas/moisture levels with configurable alarms (alert/warning thresholds).
  • Low Maintenance: No moving parts, pumps, or field calibration; sensor lifespan >10 years.
  • Easy Installation: Mounts directly to a transformer oil valve (no additional piping).
  • Advanced Analytics: On-board IEEE-standard models for insulation aging, overload capacity, and cooling efficiency.
  • Reliability: Third-generation design with a global installed base of 10,000+ units; IP65 rating for harsh environments.
Case Study: A utility company reduced transformer downtime by 40% using HYDRAN M2, detecting incipient faults 6 months before manual sampling would have identified them.

4. Application Areas and Use Cases

  • Industries: Power generation/distribution, oil/gas, manufacturing, water treatment.
  • Scenarios: Medium/large transformers, transmission substations, critical industrial equipment.
  • Example: A manufacturing plant used HYDRAN M2 to monitor 50 MVAR transformers, triggering proactive maintenance based on moisture-in-paper calculations, resulting in 99.8% uptime over 3 years.

5. Competitor Comparison

Compared to similar DGA (Dissolved Gas Analysis) systems:
  • Integration: Native support for GE’s asset management software (no third-party adapters).
  • Flexibility: Optional analog inputs (4x) for temperature/load correlation (vs. limited inputs in 竞品).
  • Cost Efficiency: 30% lower lifecycle costs due to modular design (replace sensors instead of full units).
    HYDRAN M2

    HYDRAN M2

6. Selection Recommendations

  • Monitoring Needs: Choose hydrogen-only sensors for basic applications; composite gas for comprehensive fault analysis.
  • Environment: IP65 rating suits outdoor/harsh environments; verify oil type (mineral/ester) compatibility.
  • Scalability: Plan for future sensor additions (e.g., load monitoring) using available analog inputs.
  • Budget: Balance model complexity (basic monitoring vs. full analytics) with asset criticality.

7. Precautions

  • Installation: Ensure oil valve is open during operation; torque fittings to 8–10 N·m.
  • Maintenance: Schedule annual firmware updates; replace sensor membranes every 5 years (composite gas models).
  • Environment: Avoid installation in high-vibration areas; maintain ambient temperature (-20°C to 60°C).
  • Safety: De-energize the transformer before servicing; follow GE’s ESD protection guidelines.

 

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