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TCX 1.0 - Commercial Tracker Controller

 

The TCX 1.0 is the ideal motor controller to point a field of single or dual axis solar trackers directly at the sun for maximum energy harvesting while providing full operational accountability. Networked to the FCX 1.0 via a RS-85 Bus, the TCX 1.0 is capable of receiving stow commands directly from the user or from emergency weather alerts from the Weather Station.

Monitoring the TCX 1.0 is easy, it tracks both tracker voltage and current. In addition to this, each of the two DC motor drivers contains circuitry to regulate motor power and detect overloads, prevent burn out, and extend the life of the motors.

TCX 1.0 operates on low voltage power. It runs on a dual 24V DC power supply; by using a dual supply scheme it is possible to operate the Sif electronics even though the motor power may be off, thus offering power redundancy and reliability.

Features

• Built‐in high precision inclinometer compensates for terrain irregularities, easing deployment, measurements, and controls.
• Many safety features for motors including Dual H‐Bridge DC motor drivers, and built‐in motor current sensing—prevents current spikes, extending life of brushed motors which control the trackers
• Built‐in support for single and dual encoders as well as limit switches per motor
• Support for optional optical or potentiometer feedback allows spot checks for alignment
• Remote monitor, control, re‐program, and upgrade via the network—preserves investment in infrastructure
• Custom HMI interface can be optionally added—enables manual operation or manual override
• A maximum of fifteen Sif controllers integrates with Utgard™ field controller for controlling a chain of solar trackers—allows control of Solar farms as well as small solar installations