SBC adds standby controller to PCD3 CPU family

 Straightforward engineering and commissioning

 Also for use in standard Ethernet-TCP/IP networks

Murten, March 2015 – At this year''s ISH, Saia-Burgess Controls AG (SBC) is presenting a new standby controller, the PCD3.M6880, for the PCD3 CPU family. It enables the implementation of redundant, high-availability automation solutions and also ensures uninterrupted operation of important equipment and processes.

Certain sectors such as tunnel automation, data centres, water treatment plants or district heating/cooling plants call for redundant control solutions that ensure trouble-free operation. With its new standby CPU, SBC has added to its portfolio a product for the implementation of such automation solutions. If the active CPU fails, the standby CPU is automatically activated without delay.

Simple system design

The redundant control solution from SBC is based on the modular and robust PCD3 family and makes use of standard modules. Its system design is quite simple and requires no special complex architectures, saving time and money. Data synchronisation and switchover times under 300 milliseconds enable hot standby applications with immediate CPU switchover. The inputs/outputs (process signals) are connected and controlled via Ethernet Smart Remote IOs. The programmable PCD3.T668 RIOs enable the design of smart, decentralised nodes for flexibility and additional reliability.

Engineering and commissioning made easy

Good support from the PG5 programming tool keeps the engineering simple, and high-performance diagnostics help with commissioning and troubleshooting.

Like all SBC products, the PCD3 also has a long service life of up to 25 years. In the event of a replacement, the entire application including the configuration of the existing controller can be transferred easily; only minor adaptations to the existing programs are needed.