Switch Controls and Switch Operators

Communication and Control Units

S&C Communication and Control Units are custom-engineered controls specifically designed for use with Scada-Mate® Switches and Scada-Mate CX™ Switches. They accommodate most user-specified remote terminal units and communication devices, and are generally used in distribution automation and other Smart Grid applications that don’t involve the IntelliTEAM II® Automatic Restoration System.

(For IntelliTEAM II applications, an S&C 5800 Series Automatic Switch Control is typically used instead of a Communication and Control Unit. But most user-specified remote terminal units can also be used in IntelliTEAM II applications when the Communication and Control Module has been furnished with an S&C Universal Interface Module.)

S&C Communication and Control Units have been extensively tested to ensure reliable operation in the harshest environments. Two versions are available. Communication and Control Unit—Self-Powered features a temperature-compensated constant-voltage battery charger that’s powered by an S&C Voltage Sensor. Communication and Control Unit—Externally Powered features a high-output, temperature-compensated, constant-voltage battery charger with a unique battery management system that’s powered by a user-supplied 120-Vac source.

Both versions include the following features as standard:

• Switch control with open/close push buttons, switch-position indicating lamps, disconnect closed-and-latched indicating lamp, local/remote switch, and operation counter.
• Integral load-disconnect circuitry that prevents deep discharge of batteries on loss of ac source, plus alarms for loss of ac source, battery low voltage, or charger overvoltage. The battery-load test feature works in conjunction with suitably equipped RTUs.
• Rechargeable sealed-lead starved-electrolyte battery packs.
• Rugged 316L stainless-steel enclosure.