Reliable Wireless Communication for Challenging Environments
Overview:
Accutech BR10 Base Radio
The Accutech BR10 is a robust and explosion-proof base radio designed to support wireless field units in challenging environments. Ideal for industries such as Oil & Gas, Mining, and Water & Wastewater, the BR10 provides secure and reliable communication for process variable measurement, even in hazardous zones.
Key Facts and Features:
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Supports 100 Field Units: Operates with 915 MHz or 2.4 GHz radio frequencies, accommodating up to 100 field units in a single network.
- Serial Modbus Capability: Connects to SCADA networks or host systems via RS-485.
- Remote Antenna Option: Enhances communication range with optional high gain antenna.
- Input Power: Operates on 10-30 V DC input power.
- Certifications: CSA Class 1, Div 1 (xp), ATEX/IECEx -d, ensuring safety in hazardous environments.
- Temperature Range: Rated for operation from -40 to +85°C (-40 to +185°F).
- Explosion-Proof Housing: Weather-proof and corrosion-proof for durability in industrial applications.
Applications:
- Oil and Gas: Suitable for upstream wellhead automation and pipeline monitoring.
- Mining: Ideal for open mining operations requiring robust and autonomous process monitoring.
- Water and Wastewater: Provides reliable monitoring for water supply and treatment processes.
- Other Industries: Any application where process variable measurement is hard to reach, costly to wire, or hard to install.
Benefits:
- Secure Communication: Utilizes license-free, spread-spectrum technology for secure data transmission.
- Easy Configuration: Push button LCD interface for simple setup and configuration.
- High Scalability: Supports up to 256 wireless sensor networks in the same area.
- Low Maintenance: PC-based configuration and diagnostics tool minimizes installation and maintenance efforts.
- Robust Design: Explosion-proof, weather-proof, and corrosion-proof housing ensures long-lasting performance.
Technical Specifications:
- Product Type: Base radio
- Market Segment: Oil and Gas, Mining, Water and Wastewater
- Input Voltage: 10-30 V DC
- Current Consumption: 30 mA
- Radio Frequency: 900 MHz, 2.4 GHz
- Ambient Temperature: -40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F)
- Certifications: CSA Class 1, Div 1 (xp), ATEX/IECEx -d Zone 1
- Communication Protocol: Serial Modbus RTU over RS-485
- Optional Antenna: High gain antenna available for extended range
- Power Supply: 9-38 V DC input power
Applications:
- Upstream Wellhead Automation: Provides reliable data transmission for remote wellhead monitoring.
- Pipeline Monitoring: Ensures secure communication for pipeline process variables.
- Water Treatment Monitoring: Offers robust monitoring solutions for water supply and wastewater treatment.
- Open Mining Operations: Suitable for remote and hazardous locations requiring autonomous process monitoring.
Download PDF: Accutech BR10 Base Radio Datasheet
Supplied by DP-Flow
If you require further information on this product or would like a quotation, please contact dp-flow on:
email: sales@dp-flow.co.uk
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