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News Release from: Eurotherm | Subject: EPower Controllers
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 10 January 2008
Power controllers offer flexible
configuration
By using iTools customers can easily check the status of parameters, make changes or diagnose the unit either on a test bench or in the field without disturbing the process.
Eurotherm has released a new range of EPower Controllers, designed to offer flexibility, efficiency and peace of mind A common driver module is used across the whole Epower Controller range
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 27 Feb 2001 at 8.00am (UK)
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For maximum versatility, the single driver module supports up to four power modules.
The result is the ability to support seven different load configurations.
Initially the power modules come in four sizes - 100, 160, 250 and 400A - with additional versions due to be released soon.
Further flexibility is provided by a series of options that allow additional modules to be plugged into dedicated slots for extra I/O or digital communications.
Connectivity with PLC, Scada, or DCS systems is straightforward with support for common industrial protocols such as Profibus, DeviceNet, Modbus TCP/IP and Modbus-RTU.
The devices come preconfigured for "out of the box" use via the order code.
Current and voltage adjustments are straightforward and every function can easily be configured, tuned, adjusted or changed.
The controllers don't use a single switch or jumper.
Everything can be achieved via Eurotherm's PC-based iTools software or the controller's front panel display.
By using iTools customers can easily check the status of parameters, make changes or diagnose the unit either on a test bench or in the field without disturbing the process.
Control modes such as power, current and voltage come with +/-1% or better measurement accuracy.
Predictive Load Management (PLM) is a load management function that provides power demand optimisation, no phase angle disturbance and a drastic reduction of total harmonic distortion.
It also saves energy, avoids costly power spikes and provides more compact dimensions than other solutions.
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