# Control-power diode-decoupled feed

Canonical URL: https://eloragrid.ai/symbols/control-power-diode-decoupled-feed
Publisher: Elora Grid
Updated: 2026-11-03
Lookup label: CDF
Drawing use: Schematic
Reference families: Manufacturer

Representation: Functional block
Installation focus: switchgear
Input: Alternative DC sources
Output: Decoupled control feed

Combines permitted source paths through the documented unidirectional decoupling devices.

## In plain English

### What this block does

Combines permitted source paths through the documented unidirectional decoupling devices.

### A simple example

In a switchgear lineup, separate protected branches may feed trip coils, closing coils and protection electronics. Their alarm contacts help the station controller identify which operating capability is unavailable. For this reference, the drawing identifies “Alternative DC sources” at the input and “Decoupled control feed” at the output. Diode voltage drop affects available operating voltage.

### What the drawings help you do

Start at the named input: Alternative DC sources. Identify its source device or document and the state represented on the drawing. Follow the named output: Decoupled control feed. Cross-reference its destination and separate the command from confirmation that the equipment responded.

### Terms

- Input: Alternative DC sources
- Output: Decoupled control feed
- Application reference: An explanation of a named drawing function or circuit relationship; the project documents define the equipment and its connections.

Concept diagram: Alternative DC sources → CDF → Decoupled control feed
A reading guide. The entry's original illustration and input/output facts describe this application.

- [SEL-RPM redundant power module](https://selinc.com/products/RPM/)


## What it represents

Combines permitted source paths through the documented unidirectional decoupling devices. Control power supplies the command, protection and indication equipment associated with a switchgear assembly. The drawing must distinguish the source, each distribution branch and the functions lost if that branch fails.
In a switchgear lineup, separate protected branches may feed trip coils, closing coils and protection electronics. Their alarm contacts help the station controller identify which operating capability is unavailable. For this reference, the drawing identifies “Alternative DC sources” at the input and “Decoupled control feed” at the output. Diode voltage drop affects available operating voltage.
Follow the actual positive, negative or neutral returns and the protective device on each branch. A healthy voltage indication does not establish that every downstream path can deliver its required operating current. The functional block is an independent explanation of this named application. Equipment-specific ratings, terminal connections and operating conditions must be established in the project documentation.

## How to read it

- Start at the named input: Alternative DC sources. Identify its source device or document and the state represented on the drawing.
- Follow the named output: Decoupled control feed. Cross-reference its destination and separate the command from confirmation that the equipment responded.
- Diode voltage drop affects available operating voltage.
- Follow the actual positive, negative or neutral returns and the protective device on each branch. A healthy voltage indication does not establish that every downstream path can deliver its required operating current.

## Information to show or reference

- Label the source and connection reference for alternative dc sources.
- Identify the destination and defined state of decoupled control feed.
- Record the equipment or control-document revision supporting this functional block.
- Check this application limit in the project design: Diode voltage drop affects available operating voltage.

## Important distinction

Diode voltage drop affects available operating voltage. This reference describes the named application; it does not establish a new IEC graphical symbol, an ANSI device-function number or an exact manufacturer connection diagram.

## Facts

- Representation: Functional block
- Installation focus: Switchgear
- Input / boundary: Alternative DC sources
- Output / connection: Decoupled control feed
- Lookup label: CDF is a library lookup label, not a standard device designation.

## Public references

- [SEL-RPM redundant power module](https://selinc.com/products/RPM/) — SEL. Public technical context for switchgear control-power supervision. Independent AC and DC sources for station auxiliary power. The application text and educational graphic are independently authored; the publisher does not certify this representation.

## Graphic scope

Independent original educational concept illustration by Elora Grid. Not a certified standards graphic or manufacturer footprint. Unitless; not to scale. Original artwork licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/. Publisher material is linked only.