Smart grid projects heading to new level

Many utility-specific technologies use serial connections because they need to have zero-latency data communication to ensure information gets to the right components without disruption. The safety implications of data problems can be substantial when dealing with specialized equipment used in electricity substationsand in utility equipment. Ethernet signal and serial signal operate in slightly different formats, leading to compatibility problems that can create installation and deployment challenges.

Terminal servers ease the interoperability burden by giving organizations a simple way to bridge the gap between serial and Ethernet signals. As a result, terminal server solutions are emerging as vital solutions for advanced smart grid solutions.

Perle offers a range of cost effective serial-to-Ethernet converters to help meet NERC-CIP compliance for the protection of critical cyberassets in substations. The IOLAN SDS HV/LDC Terminal Server is designed to meet harsh environments associated with Power Substations with attributes such as support for substation AC and DC voltage ranges, extended operating temperatures and meeting emission, immunity and safety approvals associated with substation IT equipment.