The EOR-1DS is a combined earth fault indicator and short-circuit indicator for fast fault location, helping to reduce downtime. It supports grid operations, engineering, and service teams with clear information for safe switching operations and rapid restoration of supply.
Typical applications:
- Retrofitting existing local distribution substations for earth-fault and short-circuit detection
- Non-directional and/or directional fault location for single-phase earth faults, short circuits or short circuits to earth.
- Narrowing down the fault location to individual feeders within the grid area
- Recording events and fault records for internal clarification and documentation
This device is suitable, if:
- The fault location needs to be narrowed down quickly in order to reduce downtime
- Field teams require clear information for safe fault localization
- Earth-fault and short-circuit indications need to be reported automatically to the central control system
- Additional measurement values from deeper within the grid are required with high measurement accuracy
Earth Fault and Short-Circuit Indication in a Single Device
EOR-1DS
The »EOR-1DS« is a compact, combined earth fault indicator and short-circuit indicator that supports all essential fault location methods. The device was specially developed as a cost-effective alternative to comparable solutions on the market. The device can be used as a non-directional short-circuit and earth fault indicator (pulse location) with the supplied Rogowski phase current sensors of type SR55 or as a directional short-circuit and earth fault indicator (pulse location + qu2 wiper) with current and voltage measurement. High-precision measurements can be carried out with modern small signal sensors and transmitted via Modbus RTU. The device is particularly important in times of energy transition in order to create grid transparency and to cope with changing conditions in power grids.
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Cost-Efficient Combined Earth Fault Detection and Short-Circuit Indication for All Grid Types
The EOR-1DS combines short-circuit and earth fault indication in one compact and cost-effective device, providing an economical fault indication solution for grid operators in both compensated and isolated grids. Thanks to intelligent algorithms and a wide range of available location methods, faults are detected accurately, minimising downtimes, reducing operating costs and ensuring security of energy supply.

All Necessary Fault Location MethodsCombined in One Device
With the EOR-1DS, network operators benefit from comprehensive fault location. The device supports a variety of established locating methods that enable reliable and fast identification of faults and which can be combined with each other according to individual customer requirements. Particularly noteworthy is the wattmetric method (cos(φ)), which enables precise detection of earth faults by analysing the active power component of the fault currents. This method is particularly robust against symmetrical grid loads and makes a decisive contribution to reliable fault location in complex grid structures.
Supported Localisation Methods:
- Wattmetric method cos(φ)
- qu2 transient algorithm (transient earth fault method)
- Directional short-circuit and earth fault detection
- Pulse location
- Reactive power direction sin(φ)

Simple Parameterisation via Rotary Switch, SD Card, Modbus or Pre-Parameterised on Delivery
Commissioning the EOR-1DS is particularly user-friendly. All necessary settings can be made directly on the device using a rotary knob - without additional software or external configuration tools. Alternatively, parameterisation is also possible via an SD card or Modbus, or the device is delivered pre-parameterised. This saves time, makes handling easier and reduces potential sources of error, especially during on-site maintenance work.
Large Memory (32 GB)for Fault Records and Logbook
With its 32 GB memory, the EOR-1DS offers extensive capacity for fault records and logbook data. This allows grid operators to carry out long-term analyses and access historical events to better understand sources of faults. The detailed recording and storage of event data provides a sound basis for optimising grid quality, facilitates documentation for regulatory requirements and thus secures the grid supply.

The Grid Status Always in View - Flexible in Your Choice of Sensors
Do you see a risk of grid bottlenecks due to the strong increase in decentralised generators or loads such as electromobility? Then monitor your medium-voltage level closely to keep an eye on trends.
The ‘S’ in the name gives it its meaning: Our EOR-1DS is optimised for the modern and highly accurate small-signal sensors of all major manufacturers on the market (ABB, Zelisko, Greenwood Power, 3M and many more). Of course, there is also the option of current measurement via Rogowski sensors (SR55) and voltage measurement in parallel with a capacitive voltage tester (e.g. Capdis / WEGA). This makes it possible to determine precise current, voltage and power measurement values from the depth of the grid.
Compatible With Classic Transformers as Well
The EOR-1DS can not only measure the voltage in parallel with a capacitive voltage tester (e.g. Capdis or WEGA) or via small signal sensors. It is also possible to connect a classic voltage transformer with 100 VAC / 110 VAC secondary voltage via the U10 adapter.
The same applies to current detection. In addition to the options of using Rogowski sensors (SR55) or the small signal inputs, classic current transformers with 1 A / 5 A secondary current can be connected to the EOR-1DS using the C21/C25 adapters.

Ready for Communication and Interconnection
In addition to connecting the indicator via four freely parameterisable relay contacts and two fixed binary inputs, the EOR-1DS short-circuit and earth fault indicator can also be read out via a Modbus RTU connection over RS485. All information and messages can be queried in the standard register assignment and a large number of the available parameters can be changed.
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EOR-1DS
The Economical Indicator for
the Secondary Substation
EOR-3DS
The Fault Indicator for
the Digital Secondary Substation
qu2 transient algorithm
Transient earth fault methodDirectional short-circuit and earth fault detection
Pulse location
Wattmetric method cos(φ)
Reactive power direction sin(φ)
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Simple operation and parameterisation without software
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Extensive cyber security features✔️
Flash memory up to 32 GBCapacitive in parallel with VDS systems, low power sensors (two-wire technology) and classic transducers
Rogowski folding transducers, low power sensors (two-wire technology) and classic transducers
Modbus RTU
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qu2 transient algorithm
Transient earth fault methodDirectional short-circuit and earth fault detection
Pulse location
Wattmetric method cos(φ)
Reactive power direction sin(φ)
qui-Method
Restriking faultsHarmonics method
Open setup as required with »AEToolbox« software
Certificate handling, user/role concept and encrypted connections
Extensive cyber security features✔️
Flash memory up to 32 GBCapacitive in parallel with VDS systems, Low power sensors (two-wire technology or RJ45) and classic transducers
Low power sensors (two-wire technology or RJ45) and classic transducers
Modbus RTU/TCP (Incl. "Modbus Master")
IEC 60870-5-101 / 104, IEC 60870-5-103 Including Fault Records, IEC 61850 GOOSE, DNP 3.0
MQTT Management&Operations
MQTT IoT
Patch- and Devicemanagement via MQTT
Mass remote parameterisation and firmware updatesvia MQTT Management&Operations-function
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the EOR-1DS earth fault indicator used for?
The EOR-1DS is a combined earth fault indicator and short-circuit indicator for fast fault location. It supports non-directional and directional fault indication and helps narrow down faults within the network.
Which fault location methods does the EOR-1DS support?
The EOR-1DS supports the wattmetric cos(φ) method, the qu2 transient algorithm, directional short-circuit and earth fault detection, pulse location, and reactive power direction sin(φ).
Can the EOR-1DS be parameterized without software?
Yes. The required settings can be made directly on the device using the rotary knob. Parameterization is also possible via SD card or Modbus, and the device can be supplied pre-parameterized.
Which sensors and transformers can be connected to the EOR-1DS?
The EOR-1DS supports small-signal sensors and SR55 Rogowski sensors. Voltage can also be measured in parallel with a capacitive voltage tester. Conventional voltage transformers with 100 VAC or 110 VAC secondary voltage can be connected via the U10 adapter, while 1 A or 5 A current transformers can be connected using the C21/C25 adapters.
How does the EOR-1DS communicate with a control system?
The EOR-1DS supports Modbus RTU communication via RS485. It also provides four freely parameterizable relay contacts and two fixed binary inputs.