ASC SWITCHBOARD DATA SHEET
SOLAR SWITCHBOARD FOR ASC,
Automatic Sustainable Controller, PV diesel hybrid
● Integrated solution for PV diesel
● Can be used with or without PMS
● Ideal for retrofit solutions
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ASC switchboard data sheet 4921240553
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1. Application information
1.1. General information................................................................................................................................3
1.1.1. Main application.............................................................................................................................3
1.1.2. ASC basic functions.......................................................................................................................4
1.1.3. PV power support..........................................................................................................................4
1.1.4. Supported inverters.......................................................................................................................4
1.1.5. Cost-optimised design...................................................................................................................4
1.1.6. Communication..............................................................................................................................4
1.1.7. Fibre-optic communication.............................................................................................................5
1.1.8. Battery back-up..............................................................................................................................5
1.2. Inside......................................................................................................................................................5
1.2.1. Power supply.................................................................................................................................5
1.2.2. Transducers...................................................................................................................................6
1.2.3. CT connections..............................................................................................................................6
1.2.4. Summation transformer.................................................................................................................6
1.3. Applications that are supported..............................................................................................................7
1.4. Diagrams..............................................................................................................................................11
1.5. Standard functions...............................................................................................................................12
1.5.1. Standard functions, ASC switchboard.........................................................................................12
2. ASC hardware and software options
2.1. Hardware options and slot number location.........................................................................................13
2.1.1. Automatic Sustainable Controller................................................................................................13
2.2. ASC configuration................................................................................................................................16
3. Technical information
3.1. Specifications and dimensions.............................................................................................................17
3.1.1. Technical specifications, components.........................................................................................17
3.1.2. Unit dimensions in mm (inches)...................................................................................................17
4. Ordering information
4.1. Order specifications and disclaimer.....................................................................................................18
4.1.1. Other technical switchboard specifications..................................................................................19
4.1.2. Disclaimer....................................................................................................................................19
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1. Application information
1.1 General information
1.1.1 Main application
The switchboard is available for applications where the ASC needs to be installed, but there is no practical or
adequate space for it or the installation is some distance from the genset park. The switchboard can be instal-
led in power management or in a stand-alone applications. This means stand-alone where the ASC is the
only DEIF controller in the system. In a DEIF power management system, the switchboard can also be used
in a variant of the shown switchboard.
Typically, this switchboard is used where the PV is installed with existing gensets, hence it can be fully equip-
ped with all necessary equipment for supporting this application. This includes measurement transducers,
power supply and a summation CT.
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1.1.2 ASC basic functions
The switchboard can be used in four variants.
Application Gensets present Difference
(not present in switchboard)
Off-grid With gensets Mains transducer
Grid-tied Without gensets Genset transducers
Summation transformer
Combined off-grid/grid-tied With gensets
Power management (off-grid/grid- With gensets or Mains tranducer
tied) without gensets Genset transducers
Summation transformer
It is seen that the largest configuration is a combined, none power management application.
The ASC control system is a system that controls PV penetration when paralleling the PV system with gener-
ators or against the utility. The control philosophy is one where the active power and the re-active power is
controlled, hereby enabling the inverters to maximise the penetration, either according to the load demand or
minimum load of the gensets. The ASC is fully compatible with mains self-consumption requirements with or
without sanction load demands as well as fully or partly automated off-grid applications.
The switchboard is applicable where the gensets are placed in a different location than the PV control house.
If a genset switchboard offers the space available for the ASC controller, the mentioned switchboard is not
always needed.
1.1.3 PV power support
Notice that the ASC is able to control one string of inverter, for example from the manufacturer SMA with their
STP 60 string inverter.
A string of inverters may be limited to a certain number of inverters, for examply fortytwo (42) STP 60 or nine-
tynine (99) FLX Pro. Hence it is noted there is a maximum power that can be controlled from one ASC, for
example [42*60=2560 kW] of STP 60.
1.1.4 Supported inverters
Many inverter manufacturers are supported by the ASC. An extensive list is available in the ASC data sheet
or by contact to DEIF (
[email protected]).
1.1.5 Cost-optimised design
The design is made with the necessary components for all applications where the ASC is working in stand-
alone mode and power management mode. It is already fitted with the necessary components, and all that is
needed is commissioning the switchboard with site-specific data.
1.1.6 Communication
A switch is installed for the communication to HMI or SCADA services. The switchboard can be delivered with
a ready HMI application (optional) where the status of the gensets and readings of the ASC are implemented.
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1.1.7 Fibre-optic communication
In situations where the ASC is communicating with the genset park using DEIF power management, longer
distances can be reached using a fibre-optic solution. This is not included in the standard switchboard.
1.1.8 Battery back-up
On request, a battery back-up can be installed in the cabinet. Typically 15 minutes back-up power to allow for
switching between sources.
1.2 Inside
Inside the switchboard, the needed components for supporting any combination of grid-tied, off-grid or a com-
bination of the two, are placed.
1.2.1 Power supply
The cabinet is intended for 230 V AC supply. Inside the 24 V DC 5 A power supply is powering the transduc-
ers, the ASC and the gateway and switch.
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1.2.2 Transducers
Three numbers of transducers are preinstalled. The connection 1W3 (or 1W4) is used for balanced load.
For unbalanced load, 3W3 (3W4) is used.
● Summated power of the generator(s)
● Summated reactive power of the generator(s)
● Power incoming from the mains feeder
Recommended DEIF transducers:
Type Output (4-20 mA) Number of outputs
TAS-331DG P or Q 1 (two needed per generator)
MTR-3-315 P and/or Q 3 (one needed per generator)
1.2.3 CT connections
Only CT connections with CT links are used in this cabinet. This makes it possible to short and disconnect the
components during operation.
1.2.4 Summation transformer
It is possible to use summation transformers to sum up the production of all the gensets in one set of trans-
ducers (two TAS-331DG or one MTR-3-315) or a set of transducers can be used per genset.
The summation current transformer is needed when the gensets are not fitted with compatible DEIF control-
lers or third party controllers, which is typical when this switchboard is used.
If 2-6 gensets are present in the cabinet, the summation transformer is needed. In this way, the TAS for the
genset park will be able to measure the park dispatch (gensets only).
The intention is to use the cabinet in the DEIF stand-alone applications. Naturally, it can also be used in the
DEIF power management application, but here the transducers and summation CT are not needed. Instead
of the summation CT, transducers on each genset can be used.
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When ordering the switchboard, it is necessary to explicitly mention the present CT ratio on the gensets.
Genset number Genset CT primary current Genset CT secondary current
Example given 1000 5
1
2
3
4
5
6
In applications with unbalanced load, we recommend 3W3. One summation CT is needed per phase.
1.3 Applications that are supported
The applications that are mentioned here are the none power management applications, this means applica-
tions where the gensets are not controlled by AGC in combination with the ASC.
Detailed description of the applications can be found in the designers reference handbook for the ASC.
Off-grid
The off-grid application is described with this two-generator example (cabinet not shown for simplifying rea-
sons). It is seen that the P and Q dispatched from the gensets are measured and signaled to the ASC. Based
on this information, the ASC is able to regulate the PV precisely to make sure that the load of the gensets are
as low as possible compared to the requirements from the engine builder.
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Example with one set of transducers per generator (TAS-331DG) instead of summation CTs:
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Grid-tied
In the grid-tied application, the PV penetration is regulated by the ASC whenever the mains feeder breaker is
closed. The set point of the PV is adjusted according to dispatch requirements in all available modes (when
MB is closed: peak shaving, mains power export, fixed power) offered by DEIF automated applications.
Mains
Transducer
P 4-20 mA
Q 4-20 mA
Mains
breaker
(MB)
Display
Consumers
ASC
PV
breaker
(PVB)
PV
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Combination
In the combination mode (combination between off-grid and grid-tied), all available modes are possible, that
is island mode as well as parallel to mains modes (peak shaving, mains power export, fixed power). The set
point is reached by adjusting the PV penetration according to the genset load requirements and the mains
dispatch requirements.
Example with one set of transducers per generator (TAS-331DG) instead of summation CTs:
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1.4 Diagrams
The switchboard diagrams will be delivered as pdf diagrams or in electronic form.
If it is favourable to build the switchboard locally, it is possible to order the diagrams separately.
DEIF can assist with arranging the switchboard as a package when required.
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1.5 Standard functions
1.5.1 Standard functions, ASC switchboard
Function included
Measuring
1W3 (balanced load only) X
1W4 (balanced load only) X
2W3 X
3W4 X
Applications
Island operation X
Fixed power/base load X
Peak shaving X
Mains power export X
(Power management
0-32 incoming feeder and 0 to 32 gensets)
(Max number of gensets and mains incomers = 32)
Island operation X
Fixed power/base load X
Peak shaving X
Load take over X
Mains power export X
DEIF transducer mains feeder, 1 unit (kW) X
DEIF transducer DG(s) active power, 1 unit (kW) X
DEIF transducer DG(s) reactive power, 1 unit X
(kvar)
Ethernet switch, 8 ports unmanaged X
Modbus master gateway for inverter control, X
RS-485 to Ethernet, 1 pce
DCP, 230 V AC/24 V DC power supply (5 A) X
Summation current transformer X
The power management application is of course also supported, but the switchboard needs fewer compo-
nents, which means no summation CT and no transducers.
In a power management system, the maximum number of gensets and mains present in the system is 32. If
for example 3 mains feeders are present, the number of gensets that can be installed is 32-3=29.
Transducers and summation current transformers need to be specified with the order.
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2. ASC hardware and software options
2.1 Hardware options and slot number location
2.1.1 Automatic Sustainable Controller
1 2
3 4
37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72
CAN A
CAN B Ethernet Service port Display
Ethernet
9
Power
Self check ok
Alarm inhibit
73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97
5 6
7 8
The numbers in the drawing above refer to the slot numbers indicated in the below table.
The ASC can be altered according to needs. The I/O count of the switchboard must be changed if the option
configuration changes, please contact DEIF for details.
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Slot # Option/standard Description Prewired
1 Terminal 1-28, power
supply
Standard 8 to 36 V DC supply, 11 Power supply
W; 1 × status output re- PVB open/close
lay; 5 × relay outputs; 2 MB/PVB feedback
× pulse outputs (kWh,
kvarh or configurable
open collector outputs);
5 × digital inputs
2 Terminal 29-36, com-
munication, inputs/out-
puts
H2 Modbus RTU (RS-485) Data A/B
3 Terminal 37-64, inputs/
outputs/load sharing
Standard (ASC PM) 13 × digital inputs; 4 × DG 1-6 GB on
Option M12 (ASC-4) relay outputs 2 relay outputs
(ASC PM only)
4 Terminal 65-72, inputs/
outputs
E2 2 × 0(4) to 20 mA out- 1 4-20 mA out
puts
M13.4 7 × binary inputs
M14.4 4 × relay outputs
5 Terminal 73-89, AC
measuring
Standard 3 × busbar voltage; 3 × All
busbar current; 3 ×
mains voltage
6 Terminal 90-97, inputs/
outputs
F1 2 × 0(4) to 20 mA out-
puts, transducer
M13.6 7 × digital inputs
M14.6 4 × relay outputs
M16.6 4 × multi-inputs (4 to 20
mA or 0 to 5 V or Pt100)
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Slot # Option/standard Description Prewired
7 Terminal 98-125, PV I/F
Standard 8 to 36 V DC supply; 3 × power supply
multi-inputs; 7 × digital 3 transducer inputs
inputs; 4 × relay outputs Can bus A and B
power management
communication, CAN
port A and B
8 Terminal 126-133, in-
puts/outputs
M13.8 7 × digital inputs
M14.8 4 × relay outputs
M15.8 4 × 4…20 mA inputs 2 config inputs
9 LED I/F
Standard - Modbus TCP/IP To switch
Standard accessories
AOP-1
DU-2
There can only be one hardware option in each slot. For example, it is not possible to select
option H2 and option M13.2 at the same time, because both options require a PCB in slot #2.
Besides the hardware options shown on this page, it is possible to select the software options
mentioned in the chapter "Available software options" in the data sheet of the ASC type in
question.
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2.2 ASC configuration
This shows the configuration unless otherwise changed when ordering. Terminals with text are prewired, but
all can be used.
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3. Technical information
3.1 Specifications and dimensions
3.1.1 Technical specifications, components
Full specifications can be seen on www.deif.com for ASC, DCP, KSU, MTR, SUSK, TAS.
3.1.2 Unit dimensions in mm (inches)
The dimensions are 600 x 600 x 350 mm (23.62 x 23.62 x 13.78).
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4. Ordering information
4.1 Order specifications and disclaimer
Contact DEIF for ordering information.
Application Gensets present Difference
(not present in switchboard)
Off-grid With gensets
Grid-tied Without gensets
Combined off-grid/grid-tied With gensets
Power management With gensets or without gensets
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Options Comment Difference
ASC with various options
MTR-3-315 Instead of TAS-331DG Provides RS-485
Modbus interface
Number of gensets Comment CT ratio
Genset 1-16 Not necessary for power manage- List each CT ratio
ment applications
TAS-331DG Comment Coupling
Mains feeder Order according to TAS-331DG 3W3 or 3W4
data sheet
Gensets Measurement voltage 3W3 or 3W4
4.1.1 Other technical switchboard specifications
Detail Facts Comments
Weight 37 kg
Dimension 600*600*350 mm
Temperature range, means 24 0-40 deg C
hour
IP class IP 52 (54) Decided by ASC display
Power supply 230 V AC
4.1.2 Disclaimer
DEIF A/S reserves the right to change any of the contents of this document without prior notice.
The English version of this document always contains the most recent and up-to-date information about the
product. DEIF does not take responsibility for the accuracy of translations, and translations might not be up-
dated at the same time as the English document. If there is a discrepancy, the English version prevails.
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