Advantech Introduces IEC-61850 Compliant Modular Energy Controller

CINCINNATI - Dec. 13, 2013 - PRLog -- Advantech’s new ECU-1871 is an Intel® Atom™ D510 Energy Controller with 2 x LAN, 3 x COM, IRIG-B and it has been designed to be the most flexible energy controller available. With IEC-61850 compliance, the ECU-1871 is a highly reliable, flexible, and stable controller which makes it ideal for all power automation and renewable energy needs.

For flexibility, the ECU-1871 has two integrated I/O slots which can be used to add a range of optional cards such as, the ECU-P1706, a 250KS/s, 16-bit, simultaneous eight channel analog input card which is best used to monitor vibrations or the ECU-P1300, a vibration signal modulation card for monitoring vibrations; which come from the transformer and the gearbox of the wind power turbine. Lastly, the ECU-P1702 is a 10MS/s 12-bit simultaneous four channel analog input card used for monitoring the partial discharging of the transformer. These three cards give customers the best possible choice to meet their requirements and make wiring, maintenance and installation a lot easier.

The ECU-1871 includes isolated IO ports, is fanless, has no internal cabling, and is protected against other damaging effects such as electrical surges and EMI therefore, making it ideal for any harsh environment applications.

For more information or to purchase, please contact Advantech directly or your regional Advantech authorized distributor.

Advantech Corporation, Industrial Automation Group – With the theme of Intelligent Automation, Seamless Integration, the Industrial Automation Group of Advantech Corporation is a pioneer in intelligent Automation technology. By combining connectivity, flexibility, ruggedness and being at the leading-edge of Internet of Things technology, IAG offers product offerings from Intelligent HMI platforms, Industrial Ethernet, Wireless Communication, Automation Controllers, Automation Software, Embedded Automation Computers, Distributed I/O Modules, Wireless Sensor Network Solutions, Plug-in I/O, and Industrial Communication solutions for a wide array of industries.  With more than 20 years of experience in providing a full range of products to different vertical markets, the Industrial Automation Group is proving to be a global leading Automation Product and Services provider.  US operations for the Industrial Automation Group are based in Cincinnati, OH (800-205-7940). Advantech Corporation, Industrial Automation Group, 11380 Reed Hartman Highway, Cincinnati, OH 45241. Website: www.advantech.com/ea. Email: eAinfo@advantech.com.