Water problems emphasize importance of smart grid technologies

Gaining access to this level of operational intelligence depends heavily on serial to Ethernet media converters. Such solutions are necessary to make serial technologies within utility systems interoperable with the Ethernet solutions that make smart grid solutions possible. As a result, media conversion plays a vital role in improving utility operations.

Perle offers a range of cost effective serial-to-Ethernet converters to help meet NERC-CIP compliance for the protection of critical cyberassets in substations. The IOLAN SDS HV/LDC Terminal Server is designed to meet harsh environments associated with Power Substations with attributes such as support for substation AC and DC voltage ranges, extended operating temperatures and meeting emission, immunity and safety approvals associated with substation IT equipment.