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Eliminate expensive point-to-point wires by sending just a few—or thousands of—process monitoring and control signals between the field and control room on one digital communication link.

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NCS NET Concentrator System®  Process Control and Distributed I/O System



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 Universal and Modular I/O Blocks Program Over the Web and Using PC Software

Current
Any range from 0 to 20mA including:
0-20mA
4-20mA

Voltage
Any range from -10 to 10Vdc including:
1-5Vdc
0-10Vdc
-10-10Vdc

RTD
2-, 3-, 4-Wire
100-1000ohm
Platinum, Nickel and Copper

Thermocouple
J, K, E, T, R, S, B, N, C

Potentiometer
100-1000ohms

Millivolts
-50-1000mV

Communication Link

Simultaneous
Ethernet and
Dual MODBUS RTU
(RS-485)
 Universal and Modular I/O Blocks Program Over the Web and Using PC Software

Current
Any range from 0-20mA including:
0-20mA
4-20mA

Voltage
Any range from 0-10Vdc including:
1-5Vdc
0-10Vdc

Discrete
High/Low
Open/Close
On/Off

Relay

Communication Link

Simultaneous
Ethernet and
Dual MODBUS RTU
(RS-485)

4-Wire, Line-Powered (20-30Vdc)
 Modular
DIN-style (G-type and Top Hat rails)

Modular mixed analog and digital I/O

Just four or thousands of I/O points per network

Peer-to-host and peer-to-peer networks

Simultaneous Ethernet and dual MODBUS RTU communications

Acts as a MODBUS RTU master

Advanced math functions, PID control, and data logging

Superior 20-bit input and 18-bit output resolution

Installs in high and low temperature environments

Quick and simple programming through Internet or software

Channel-to-channel signal isolation

Transmit any distance, over any terrain
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MNCS microNCS MODBUS RTU Master and Distributed I/O System



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 Standard 4 or 8 Input Channels Individually Program Over the Web
4-20mA

Expandable with NCS NET Concentrator System® Expansion I/O Modules for Voltage, RTD Thermocouple and Discrete Inputs, and Relay Outputs

Standard 4 Discrete (Contact Closure) Inputs

Optional Dial-Up Modem for Programming and Monitoring Inputs and Outputs
Standard Communication Links per Module
Dual MODBUS RTU (RS-485) Ports
One Ethernet Port

 

 4-Wire, Line-Powered
(20-30Vdc)
Universal for any range between 90-260Vac
 Modular
DIN-style (G-type and Top Hat rails)

Standard with 4 or 8 analog input channels

Standard with 4 discrete input channels

Modular expansion I/O available

Simultaneous Ethernet and dual MODBUS RTU communications

Acts as a MODBUS RTU master

Advanced math, PID control and data logging

Superior 20-bit input and 18-bit output resolution

Installs in high and low temperature environments

Quick and simple programming through Internet or software

Channel-to-channel signal isolation

Transmit any distance, over any terrain
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CPMS  Cathodic Protection Monitoring System



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 Standard 4 or 8 Cathodic Protection Monitoring Channels Individually Rangeable Over the Web
0-100Vdc
0-100mV
-5 to +5Vdc
4-20mA

Expandable with NCS NET Concentrator System® Expansion I/O Modules for Voltage, RTD, Thermocouple and Discrete Inputs, and Relay Inputs

Standard 4 Discrete (Contact Closure) Inputs

Optional Dial-Up Modem for Programming and Monitoring Inputs and Outputs
 Standard Communication Links per Module

Dual MODBUS RTU (RS-485) Ports
One Ethernet Port

4-Wire, Line-Powered
(20-30Vdc)
Universal for any range between 90-260Vac
 Modular
DIN-style (G-type and Top Hat rails)

Standard 4 or 8 cathodic protection monitoring channels

Standard with 4 discrete input channels

Modular expansion I/O available

Simultaneous dual MODBUS RTU and Ethernet communications

Acts as a MODBUS RTU master

Advanced math, PID control and data logging

Superior 20-bit input and 18-bit output resolution

Installs in high and low temperature environments

Quick and simple programming through Internet or software

Channel-to-channel signal isolation

Transmit any distance, over any terrain
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CCS® Cable Concentrator System®


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 Selectable with On-Board Controls

Input Module
Analog
0-20mA
0-10Vdc

Discrete
High/Low
Open/Close
On/Off

Output Module
RS-485 COMM Link
Proprietary for peer-to-peer systems

MODBUS RTU for peer-to-host systems
 Selectable with On-Board Controls

Output Module
Analog
0-20mA
0-10Vdc

Discrete
High/Low
Open/Close
On/Off

Relay

Input Module
RS-485 COMM Link
Proprietary for peer-to-peer systems

MODBUS RTU for peer-to-host systems

4-Wire,
Line-Powered
(18-30Vdc)
 High-Density
Aluminum
DIN-style
(G-type and Top Hat rails)

Pushbuttons for programming and calibration

On-board, real-time process/diagnostic display

Mixed analog and digital I/O

16 channels per module

Peer-to-host and peer-to-peer networks

Channel-to-channel signal isolation

Transmit any distance, over any terrain
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I/O EQUATION STATION® Multifunction Distributed I/O System



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 Multiple Channels are PC-Programmable

Current/Voltage
0-25mA
-10 to 10 Vdc
-625 to +625mV

RTD
2-, 3-, 4-Wire; Platinum, Nickel, and Copper

Thermocouple
J, K, E, T, R, S, B, N, U, L

Bridge Potentiometer Resistance

Digital
High/Low Status
Frequency
Pulse or Up/Down Counter

RS-485 COMM Link

MODBUS RTU
PROFIBUS
 Multiple Channels are PC-Programmable
Analog
0-20mA

Digital
Host Controlled
Process Controlled

RS-485 COMM Link

MODBUS RTU
PROFIBUS

4-Wire, Line-Powered
(10-30Vdc)
 Thermoplastic,
DIN-style
(Top Hat rail)		 Configurable math functions

Mixed analog and digital I/O

Up to 4 inputs and 4 outputs

Up to 1,016 points per network

No special programming language

Complementary Distributed I/O and Data Communication Systems Accessories
 

Ethernet Switches (Switching Hubs)
Intelligent multi-port communications switches automatically determine and remember where a NET Concentrator System® Station is located, and routs messages only through the appropriate port to that Station. This minimizes network loading and improves deterministic communications over Ethernet.

Ethernet Hubs
Enables multiple NET Concentrator System® stations or other compatible devices to be connected on a common Ethernet data link.

Ethernet Routers
Connects multiple NET Concentrator System® segments or sub-networks, forwards messages from one network to another, and provides message traffic isolation between segments.

RS-485 to RS-232C/RS-422 Converter
For MODBUS (RS-485) networks, converts the RS-485 signal to either RS-232C or RS-422 standard to allow direct interface with a modem or computer-based systems, such as a PC.

RS-485 Repeater
Extends a MODBUS-communicating system's allowable transmission distance an additional 10,000 feet over its limit.
Wireless RF Modems
Where wires can't be run for practical or economic reasons, spread spectrum wirless radio (RF) communication provides accurate and reliable connectivity between sites. Distances between modems can be up to 20 miles, and repeaters can extend coverage even further.

Short Haul Modems
For MODBUS (RS-485) networks, the Short Haul Modem extends the a I/O system's allowable transmission distance to 10 miles (16km).

Dial-Up Modems
The Dial-Up (or Dedicated Modem) permits unlimited transmission distances over a regular switched telephone line or leased dedicated line.

Data Line (Surge) Protectors
Data Line (Surge) Protectors Mounts on a G-type rail next to the NCS to protect the data link from damaging voltage and current surges caused by lightning, welding, heavy electrical equipment, and switch gears.

Instrument Power Supplies
A complete line of instrument power supplies for mounting alongside and powering our Distributed I/O systems.

Redundant Power Supply
DIN-style, rail-mount module accepts two power supply inputs and provides an uninterrupted power source by passing the highest voltage.