The KONGSBERG RPC420 is a high-performance panel controller designed mainly for marine and industrial automation applications. Here is the detailed information:
- Manufacturer: KONGSBERG
- Model Number: RPC420
- Product Type: Panel Controller
- I/O Channels:
- Digital I/O: 4 general-purpose digital input channels and 4 general-purpose digital output channels.
- Serial Interfaces: 12 general-purpose RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 serial line interfaces, and 4 isolated general-purpose RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 serial lines.
- Communication Interfaces:
- Bus Interfaces: Dual CAN bus interfaces (1 Mbps), dual PROFIBUS (12 Mbps), Serial Process Bus (SPBus) interface to RIO 400 remote I/O units.
- Ethernet Interfaces: Dual 100 Mb Ethernet LAN connectors.
- Power Supply: Information about the power supply is not clearly stated in the available sources. However, based on similar products from KONGSBERG, it may typically use 24 VDC.
- Physical Characteristics: The weight is approximately 0.2 kg according to some sources. The specific dimensions are not clearly provided, but it is designed for flush mounting in control position panels or bridge consoles.
- Environmental Conditions: Information about the operating temperature, humidity, and other environmental conditions is not fully available in the current sources. But as it is used in marine and industrial applications, it is likely to be able to withstand a certain range of environmental stresses.
- Redundant Communication: Prepared for redundant RCU operation, which improves the reliability of the system. It also allows for "hot-replacement" of an RCU 500 in a redundant system, minimizing downtime.
- Multiple Interface Support: With a variety of communication interfaces, it can easily integrate with different types of devices and systems, providing flexible connectivity options.
- Built-in Alarms: Has built-in high-temperature and cooling-fan alarms, which can help in monitoring the internal state of the module and ensuring its normal operation.
- Marine Automation: Suitable for ship - board integrated control systems. It is used to provide an interface between all devices within the control position, such as purchase product levers, lever panels, utility panels, and indicator instruments. It also provides interfaces to thruster controller links (LCL), complying with the general requirements of EN 60945 for marine navigation and radiocommunication equipment and systems.
- Industrial Process Control: Can be used in various industrial process control systems, such as dynamic positioning systems, vessel control systems, and general industrial process control systems, where it can act as a controller to manage and monitor different devices and processes.
Please note that the above information is compiled from the available online sources, and for the most accurate and detailed technical specifications, it is recommended to refer to the official KONGSBERG datasheet.
