Tomorrow's power will comes from a smart grid

Investing in high-quality serial to Ethernet converter solutions and the necessary technology to better equip substations is essential in order to harness the power of high-end cabling and deliver more reliable power to consumers. This will be a key part of maintaining quality of service in the coming years and consumers begin to expect better service and power that comes from cleaner, more sustainable sources.

Despite evolving technology, many utilities will have to upgrade slowly, and investing in quality media converters to optimize the flow of power and data from old to new will be critical for smart grid deployment. Terminal servers, serial to Ethernet solutions and related tools will improve the quality of power distribution, eliminate latency and optimize the reliability of a network for all.

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.