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- Page 1 Device Manual V04.60 TC.ACS Full 4-Quadrant Grid Simulator (optional Liquid to Air Heat Exchanger TC.LAE included) Regatron AG Feldmuehlestrasse 50 CH-9400 Rorschach +41 71 846 67 67 www.regatron.com support@regatron.com...
- Page 2 The information in this documentation corresponds to the development situation at the time of going to print and is therefore not of a binding nature. Regatron AG reserves the right to make changes at any time for the pur- pose of technical progress or product improvement, without stating the reasons. In general we refer to the appli- cable issue of our “Terms of delivery”.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
3.2 Interfaces on the Rear Side ..............19 REGATRON Performance. Precision. Quality. TC.ACS - Device Manual ( V04.60) - 26.4.2022 3 / 66... - Page 4 4.9 Running a Function Test ...............37 4.9.1 Prerequisites .............................. 37 REGATRON Performance. Precision. Quality. TC.ACS - Device Manual ( V04.60) - 26.4.2022 4 / 66...
- Page 5 9 Option: Digital I/O Interface (TC.ACS.DIG8IOST) ........
- Page 6 10 Option: Analog I/O Adaptor (TC.ACS X609 Adapter) ....... . .
- Page 7 12.5.3 Message Attributes and their possible Values ..................62 12.5.4 Signal Attributes and their possible Values ..................... 63 12.5.4.1 Definition of TX Signals ............................64 12.5.4.2 Definition of RX Signals ............................65 REGATRON Performance. Precision. Quality. TC.ACS - Device Manual ( V04.60) - 26.4.2022 7 / 66...
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Page 8: General Safety Information
Potentially lethal hazard due to a substance or a mixture of substances. Do not touch, do not swallow, do not breathe in! Wear a helmet! Wear a light breathing protection for low concentrated short-term steams, fumes or aerosols! Wear protective gloves! REGATRON Performance. Precision. Quality. TC.ACS - Device Manual (V04.60) - 26.4.2022 8 / 66... -
Page 9: Ordinances And Regulations
• Personnel Area (1.3.1) • Systems and Material Area (1.3.2) • Mains Connection Area (1.3.3) • Surrounding Area (1.3.4) • Area related to Interaction with the Device (1.3.5) REGATRON Performance. Precision. Quality. TC.ACS - Device Manual (V04.60) - 26.4.2022 9 / 66... -
Page 10: Personnel Area
Use appropriate protection against physical contact throughout. Set up a suitable emergency stop chain and test it at regular intervals. Mark all wires and cables to prevent mistakes. REGATRON Performance. Precision. Quality. TC.ACS - Device Manual (V04.60) - 26.4.2022 10 / 66... -
Page 11: Electrical Heating
The usage of appropriate DC contactors as isolating devices in DC circuits is recommended! In case of doubt contact the related manufacturer. Take into consideration that the protective devices on the TC.ACS system cannot detect an arc as a fault condition, as this situation may be a required function. -
Page 12: Systems And Material Area
1.3.2.3 Noise and Noise Level The inductive elements as well as the fans on the TC.ACS low voltage system produce a lower or higher noise level dependent on the operating mode. However, in the immediate vicinity of the cabinet this noise is under the tolerance limit that would make acoustic protection equipment necessary. -
Page 13: Handling Storage Systems Containing Large Amounts Of Energy
The energy is dissipated with the aid of forced ventilation to the rear of the TC.ACS device. It is to be ensured that the rooms in which TC.ACS power supply devices operate are cool so that the heat produced can... -
Page 14: Introduction
2.1.1.2 Full Waveform Generator Mode (Option) In the full waveform generator mode the TC.ACS device simulates a grid or any other kind of electrical source. I.e. it generates signal functions that resemble those being generated by the respective source. Here ACSControl allows to generate all kinds of signal waveforms and sequences of these in order to represent the influences of various factors (e.g. -
Page 15: Load Simulation Mode (Option)
Regatron Customer Support, if necessary. 2.1.4 4-Quadrant Operation The TC.ACS supports the feeding mode and the regenerative mode as a part of 4-Quadrant operation modes. Here the sign of the power determines the direction of the energy flow, and hence whether Feeding Mode... -
Page 16: Model Identifier
Model Identifier Model Identifier The model identifier is given on the type plate on the rear of the device. For a specific TC.ACS device the model identifier holds the following information: Fig. 1: Model identifier (example) Detailed information on your product variant is given in the related data sheet. -
Page 17: Interfaces, Controls And Displays
NOTE: The selection switch is currently not used. LED indication indicates the current status of the device (for the possible indications and their meanings see 3.1.2) Main switch, circuit breaker REGATRON Performance. Precision. Quality. TC.ACS - Device Manual (V04.60) - 26.4.2022 17 / 66... -
Page 18: Led Indications And Their Meanings
In any case, a flashing LED ( ) for ERROR indicates an error. In case of an error the device automatically switches to standby state. REGATRON Performance. Precision. Quality. TC.ACS - Device Manual (V04.60) - 26.4.2022 18 / 66... -
Page 19: Interfaces On The Rear Side
Interfaces, Controls and Displays Interfaces on the Rear Side Interfaces on the Rear Side 3.2.1 Overview Fig. 3: Interfaces on the rear side REGATRON Performance. Precision. Quality. TC.ACS - Device Manual (V04.60) - 26.4.2022 19 / 66... - Page 20 Preset distribution interfaces (only used for multi-unit-systems) X602 NOTE: In single device use one of these interfaces must be terminated with 100 ohms. Bay for optional interface cards, e.g. Option: Digital I/O Interface (TC.ACS.DIG8IOST) (see 9) or Option: TC.ACS.CANmp Interface (see 12) X605...
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Page 21: Integrated Safety Relay (Tc.isr)
If the TC.ISR is not used, the interface X112-2 must be terminated with the related dummy plug (see 3.2.2.5). 3.2.2.3 Type of Connection Fig. 4: Type of connection of interface X112-2: D-Sub, 9-pin, socket REGATRON Performance. Precision. Quality. TC.ACS - Device Manual (V04.60) - 26.4.2022 21 / 66... -
Page 22: Pin Definition
The polarity of relay coil pins 2 and 7 resp. 4 and 9 is of no importance. 3.2.2.5 Dummy Plug X112 Fig. 5: Dummy plug X112 for the interface X112-2 REGATRON Performance. Precision. Quality. TC.ACS - Device Manual (V04.60) - 26.4.2022 22 / 66... -
Page 23: Application Example: Category 1 Pl C
Interfaces, Controls and Displays Interfaces on the Rear Side 3.2.2.6 Application Example: Category 1 PL c Fig. 6: Wiring diagram using a two-channel external safety loop REGATRON Performance. Precision. Quality. TC.ACS - Device Manual (V04.60) - 26.4.2022 23 / 66... -
Page 24: Application Example: Category 3 Pl E
Interfaces, Controls and Displays Interfaces on the Rear Side 3.2.2.7 Application Example: Category 3 PL e Fig. 7: Wiring diagram using an external safety module, two-channel safety loop REGATRON Performance. Precision. Quality. TC.ACS - Device Manual (V04.60) - 26.4.2022 24 / 66... -
Page 25: Pin Definition Of Interface X609
AOUT4 Analog output 4 (unfiltered) Measurands may be configured via the software ACSControl, see the related software manual. For physical specifications of the interface X609 see the TC.ACS datasheet. REGATRON Performance. Precision. Quality. TC.ACS - Device Manual (V04.60) - 26.4.2022... -
Page 26: Installation And Commissioning
For installing and commissioning the Option: Liquid to Air Heat Exchanger TC.LAE see 11.3, if necessary. The TC.ACS device is to be used exclusively as a built-in device in a cabinet system. Here, the basic protection of the connection terminals must be provided in the end application, so that IP20 applies. -
Page 27: Site Conditions
Pollution degree (according to EN 62477-1) Climate 3K22 Pollution degree see above Special climatic conditions Environmental operating conditions (according to IEC 60721-3-3) Mechanically active substances 3S5 Mechanical 3M11 Biological REGATRON Performance. Precision. Quality. TC.ACS - Device Manual (V04.60) - 26.4.2022 27 / 66... -
Page 28: Case Installation
The TC.ACS is intended to be installed in a standard 19” switch cabinet with an external air flow. In this case it is to be placed on rails or shelves and fastened at the holes on the left and right edges of the front panel. Usually M6 screws can be used. -
Page 29: Electrical Installation
If you want to use a residual current device, please consider the varying requirements for protection against fire and the protection of individuals. Regatron recommends the usage of a residual current device sensitive to AC and DC leakage currents. If such a device is to be installed, a Type B or Type B+ must be chosen in order to avoid false tripping or lack of appropriate protection. -
Page 30: Prerequisites
Electrical Installation 4.4.2 Prerequisites For the electrical installation of the TC.ACS device the electrical cabinet or whatever the TC.ACS device is to be connected to, must be galvanically isolated, disconnected from the mains and secured against being reconnected. Furthermore, the following must be given: •... -
Page 31: Electromagnetic Compatibility Of Cables
• Shielded cables with shields earthed on both ends • Star topology earthing (suitable for EMI) of the device 4.4.3 Procedure To electrically install the TC.ACS, do the following: Connect the mains via the X10 AC line input terminal (see 3.2.1). ... -
Page 32: Connecting A Cooling System
4.5.1 Introduction In order to dissipate the generated heat, the TC.ACS is equipped with an internal heat-exchanger. This heat exchanger necessarily needs to be connected to an external cooling system. The Option: Liquid to Air Heat Exchanger TC.LAE is designed to be used as an external cooling system with the TC.ACS. -
Page 33: Requirements To The Cooling Liquid
Chlorine CL [mg/l] < 30 Undissolved iron Fe [mg/l] < 1 Phosphate P Not allowed Total salt content [mg/l] < 3000 Manganese Mn [mg/l] < 0.1 REGATRON Performance. Precision. Quality. TC.ACS - Device Manual (V04.60) - 26.4.2022 33 / 66... -
Page 34: Pressure Differences And Flow Rates
To connect a cooling system to the TC.ACS, do the following: Remove the rubber plugs from the connection fittings on the rear side of the TC.ACS (see 3.2). Establish the following connections, e.g. using a suitable coolant hose: ... -
Page 35: Connecting A Pc
Connecting a PC Connecting a PC In order to be operate the TC.ACS device you need to connect a PC to the software ACSControl. You can connect the PC via the USB-interface X607 or the Ethernet-LAN-interface X605 (see 3.2). The software ACSControl is included in the scope of delivery. -
Page 36: Starting The Tc.acs
Damage to the device due to condensed water is excluded from the warranty. 4.8.2 Prerequisites For starting the TC.ACS, the following must be given: • The device is electrically installed (see 4.4). • A cooling system is connected (see 4.5) and it is running. -
Page 37: Running A Function Test
Running a Function Test Running a Function Test With the software ACSControl you can run a function test on the TC.ACS to confirm that it actually works as intended. For installing the software ACSControl as well as detailed information on how to use it, see the related software manual. -
Page 38: Multi-Device System
Multi-Device System Introduction Multi-Device System Introduction In order to obtain a higher output current/power, several TC.ACS devices can be connected in parallel (at the output) to a multi-device system. Fig. 10: Example: Multi-device system of 16 TC.ACS devices The communication within a multi-device system of TC.ACS devices is structured by the Master-Slave Principle (5.2) and provided by... -
Page 39: Ethercat And Rs-485 Bus Connections
Multi-Device System EtherCat and RS-485 Bus Connections EtherCat and RS-485 Bus Connections Within a multi-device system of TC.ACS devices the communication is provided by EtherCat and RS-485 bus connections: Fig. 12: EtherCat (green) and RS-485 bus (blue) connections in a TC.ACS multi-device system of 10 devices To the connections the following applies: •... -
Page 40: Transport, Packaging And Disposal
(straps, blocks of wood, etc.). - Due to the weight of the device, a robust trolley, a forklift, or a crane should be used. The TC.ACS is equipped with four eyelet rings, which allow to attach hoisting slings. ... -
Page 41: Packaging
4. Lower protective support 5. Cardboard box 6. Transport pallet You can order new shipping packaging from Regatron Customer Support. Here you can also get additional package protection for the front and the sides, if necessary (e.g. for overseas shipping). -
Page 42: Disposal
- Electrical equipment is too valuable for household waste. - Disposal with due care for the environment. - On the disposal of electrical equipment, comply with national laws. REGATRON Performance. Precision. Quality. TC.ACS - Device Manual (V04.60) - 26.4.2022 42 / 66... -
Page 43: Maintenance And Support
The accuracy of the device output values can be adjusted by Regatron AG. If necessary, please contact support@regatron.com. 7.1.2 Updating the Firmware You can update the firmware of the TC.ACS device via the software ACSControl, if necessary. For more information see the related software manual. 7.1.3 Replacing the Batteries of the Real-time-Clock in the Controller Board The life expectancy of the batteries of the real-time-clock in the controller board is approx. -
Page 44: Support
• Name of a contact person, i.e. the person with whom further contact will be made • E-mail address, telephone number (extension) of the contact person • Support number, e.g. S12345678 (if you have already received one for your problem from Regatron customer support) REGATRON Performance. -
Page 45: Device Information
• What are the operating conditions (laboratory, ambient temperature, pollution, etc.)? • How does the problem show? • When did the problem first occur? • Does the problem occur permanently or does it occur sporadically? REGATRON Performance. Precision. Quality. TC.ACS - Device Manual (V04.60) - 26.4.2022 45 / 66... -
Page 46: Option: Senseboard (Tc.acsusense)
X606 Service interface RS232 (only used for software update) NOTE: This interface requires a cable with braided shield. X614 Digital input interface (currently not supported) X615 Sense input interface REGATRON Performance. Precision. Quality. TC.ACS - Device Manual (V04.60) - 26.4.2022 46 / 66... -
Page 47: Option: Digital I/O Interface (Tc.acs.dig8Iost)
Relay 5 NC, parallel to digital output 5 Relay 5/11 Relay 5 COM, parallel to digital output 5 Tab. 2: Pin definitions of X640 relay contacts (output) REGATRON Performance. Precision. Quality. TC.ACS - Device Manual (V04.60) - 26.4.2022 47 / 66... -
Page 48: X641 Digital Output
+24V Ext +24V Aux +24 V auxiliary power, output (may be connected to 3+4 for standalone operation) +24V Aux Tab. 5: Pin definitions of X645 auxiliary voltage REGATRON Performance. Precision. Quality. TC.ACS - Device Manual (V04.60) - 26.4.2022 48 / 66... -
Page 49: Option: Analog I/O Adaptor (Tc.acs X609 Adapter)
10.1 Application The analog I/O adaptor is designed to offer an easier access to the interface X609 on the rear side of the TC.ACS device (see 3.2) than the original M12 flush-type connector. It can be connected to the interface X609 via its interface X630 and it also offers the interface X609 itself. -
Page 50: Interfaces On The Rear
Option: Analog I/O Adaptor (TC.ACS X609 Adapter) Interfaces on the Rear 10.3 Interfaces on the Rear Interfaces on the rear of the analog I/O adaptor Interface Type Function X609 female Repetition of interface X609 of TC.ACS M12 flush-type connector X630 male Connection to interface X609 of TC.ACS... -
Page 51: Option: Liquid To Air Heat Exchanger Tc.lae
Cooling circuit of TC.LAE and TC.ACS The heat energy generated in the TC.ACS is transported to the TC.LAE via cooling liquid. Here, the heat energy is transferred to the surrounding air via an integrated liquid to air heat exchanger and the rear mounted cooling fans. -
Page 52: Interfaces, Controls And Displays
• Connecting the TC.LAE to the Mains (11.3.4) • Filling of Cooling Liquid (11.3.5) • Starting the Pump of the TC.LAE (11.3.6) If necessary, see 11.3.7 for Emptying of Cooling Liquid. REGATRON Performance. Precision. Quality. TC.ACS - Device Manual (V04.60) - 26.4.2022 52 / 66... -
Page 53: Case Installation
- The case for a TC.LAE must be in contact over full installation depth. - At the rear a cross-member is to be installed for additional fastening. When the TC.LAE is placed above the TC.ACS, the Filling of Cooling Liquid is easier. 11.3.3 Setting up the Cooling Circuit To set up the cooling circuit, do the following: ... -
Page 54: Filling Of Cooling Liquid
• Both the TC.ACS device and the TC.LAE device are switched off. • The following material is provided: Regatron AG fill-up kit, including: 2,5 l cooling liquid Antifrogen® N 30%, 1 funnel, 2 hoses with fittings attached Collection vessel ... -
Page 55: Procedure
Start the pump of the TC.LAE (see 11.3.6). The cooling liquid is being pumped into the greater cooling circuit including the TC.ACS device. When no more cooling liquid is visible in the venting hose, switch off the pump. -
Page 56: Starting The Pump Of The Tc.lae
To start the pump of the TC.LAE, do the following: Switch on the pump switch on the rear side (11.2). Switch on the pump switch on the front side (11.2). REGATRON Performance. Precision. Quality. TC.ACS - Device Manual (V04.60) - 26.4.2022 56 / 66... -
Page 57: Emptying Of Cooling Liquid
A short circuit may occur due to moisture (cooling liquid) in the device. CAUTION Avoidance: - Make sure that both the TC.ACS device and the TC.LAE device are switched off. - Keep the cooling liquid from spilling on and into the devices. 11.3.7.2 Prereqisites... -
Page 58: Maintenance
Visually check the filling level of the cooling liquid in the internal expansion reservoir (here highlighted pink): If the filling level has fallen below the minimum level (marked on the expansion reservoir), fill up the cooling liquid (see 11.3.5). REGATRON Performance. Precision. Quality. TC.ACS - Device Manual (V04.60) - 26.4.2022 58 / 66... -
Page 59: Option: Tc.acs.canmp Interface
12 Option: TC.ACS.CANmp Interface 12.1 Application The TC.ACS.CANmp (CAN multiprotocol) interface (X652/X653) is a standard CAN interface according to ISO 11898; Layer 1 and 2 in the ISO/OSI layer model. It is designed to build a CAN bus for the communication between the TC.ACS device and other devices. -
Page 60: Interfaces X652/X653
Output 7 Digital output Input 8 Digital input Output 8 Digital output +24 V Ext +24 VDC input (needs to be supplied for the interface to work) GND Ext REGATRON Performance. Precision. Quality. TC.ACS - Device Manual (V04.60) - 26.4.2022 60 / 66... -
Page 61: Connecting An External Control Device
To connect an external control device via the TC.ACS.CANmp interface, do the following: Physically connect the external control device to the TC.ACS device via one plug, either X652 or X653 of the TC.ACS.CANmp interface with an appropriate CAN cable. -
Page 62: Definitions
DLC can prevent the sending of the second byte. Valid values for the DLC are 1 … 8 depending on the number of configured signals and data types. REGATRON Performance. Precision. Quality. TC.ACS - Device Manual (V04.60) - 26.4.2022 62 / 66... -
Page 63: Signal Attributes And Their Possible Values
12.5.4.2 Definition of RX Signals show which signals are configurable. In RX messages only RX signals and in TX messages only TX signals can be configured. REGATRON Performance. Precision. Quality. TC.ACS - Device Manual (V04.60) - 26.4.2022 63 / 66... -
Page 64: Definition Of Tx Signals
Actual active power [W] phase L4 ActReactivePowerPhaseL4 Actual reactive power [var] phase L4 ActSenseVoltagePhaseL4 Actual sense voltage [Vrms] phase L4 ActMeanValuePhaseVoltageGrid Actual mean phase voltage [Vrms] AC grid REGATRON Performance. Precision. Quality. TC.ACS - Device Manual (V04.60) - 26.4.2022 64 / 66... -
Page 65: Definition Of Rx Signals
Signal name Description data types / signal factors A message containing this signal must be received by the TC.ACS in order to send the Sync and SyncID messages. SetSyncSignal Bit 0: Sync signal for sync messages Bit 1: SyncID signal for syncID messages Bit 2–15: SyncID for syncID messages... - Page 66 Sint16, Sint32: Block duration time [s] All signal factors SetFuncGenBlockDuration ( > 0 = duration time , 0 = duration time is infinite) Float32: Signal factor 1 REGATRON Performance. Precision. Quality. TC.ACS - Device Manual (V04.60) - 26.4.2022 66 / 66...
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