The applications for the SICAM A8000 series comprise distribution automation through connection of renewable energies (wind, solar, and hydro) right down to railway power supply and industrial applications.
Basic Features
- Platform modularity for versatile application options and reduced inventory.
- Suitable for rough ambient conditions (-40 to +70 °C).
- Highest EMC stability up to 5kV (IEC 60255) for direct use in substations.
- Fulfills cyber security requirements with BDEW White Paper conformity, integrated crypto chip and IPSec encryption.
- Integrated communications interfaces incl. GPRS “on board”.
- Space-saving design
- Continuously scalable and expandable by combining individual I/O modules
- Integrated web parameterization tool for simple engineering
- Plug-and-Play functionality of the modules for time and cost savings
Applications
- Automation tasks in power distribution and transmission, and microgrids.
- Control functions in hydroelectric power stations (including the turbines themselves).
- Control and communication in railway power supply.
- As a communication gateway for various networks and protocols.
- Incorporated into MV switchgear for optimal performance.
- Load-flow control available.
- Grid connection for solar and wind farms.
- Controls and monitors electricity and gas distribution stations.