Description

The system is designed as a practical training and simulation platform for industrial communication protocols and field interface applications. It shall provide facilities for simulation and testing of MODBUS TCP, MODBUS RTU, DLMS, and other communication interfaces using physical I/O simulation modules, Ethernet-based field devices, HMI, and a desktop computer, making it suitable for automation laboratories, technical training institutes, and research applications.

Product Description

Panel Construction Material: Aluminum Profile (40 x 40 mm)

Panel Dimension: – 90 x20 x60 cm (± 5 cm)

Table Size: – 95 x 75 x 75 cm (± 5 cm)

Base Console

Any branded desktop computer such as HP/Dell/Lenovo with the following specifications: –

• Processor: Intel i5 or higher
• RAM: 8GB
• Storage: 512GB SSD
• Operating System: Windows 10/11 Professional

Ethernet Field Devices

Ethernet-based field interface devices with isolated power supply and communication ports, including: –

• Ethernet Port: 1 No.
• Relay Outputs: 8 Relay Outputs with Ethernet Port, 1 No.
• Pulse Outputs: 8 Pulse Outputs with Ethernet Port, 1 No.
• Digital Inputs: 8 Digital Inputs with Ethernet Port, 1 No.
• RS485 Slave Ports: 4 RS485 Slave Ports with 1 Ethernet Port, 1 No.

Ethernet Switch

16-Port Ethernet Switch for networking of Ethernet-based field simulation devices.

Power Supply

SMPS for powering multiple Ethernet-based field simulation devices.

Field Interface Circuits

Required connectors, switches, and LED indicators shall be provided for simulation and interfacing of: –

• Digital Inputs
• Relay Outputs
• Analog Inputs
• Analog Outputs
• Pulse Signals

Software & Communication

• MODBUS TCP Communication: Communication with simulation devices through Ethernet using MODBUS TCP protocol.
• HMI Simulation: Field interface simulation using HMI replica of the console for easy understanding and practical training of students.
• Port Simulation: Serial Port Terminal, TCP/IP, UDP, and HTTP.
• Protocol Simulation: MODBUS RTU Master/Slave, MODBUS TCP Master/Slave, and DLMS Client.

Applications

Suitable for industrial automation laboratories, technical training institutes, educational institutions, and research applications.