The meteorological data acquisition system with PLCnext Control from Phoenix Contact is part of the integrated PV park management. The system can also be used as a stand-alone system.
Together with the SOL-ES-type environmental sensors, Phoenix Contact also provides a complete solution that can be integrated directly into the Phoenix Contact control system. Each sensor is in accordance with IEC 61724-1 Class A. It supplies measured data with the highest precision. The weather station is therefore ideal for use in PV parks. The station provides information on the efficiency of your photovoltaic system at all times.
The sensors are connected via M12 connectors. A daisy-chain connection can be created easily using an M12 Y distributor (see the “Accessories” tab).
The application software with web-based management available separately in the PLCnext Store allows the sensors to be started up without prior programing knowledge, since all sensors connected via Modbus are detected automatically thanks to the auto-configuration feature. The integrated controller transmits the sensor data to a higher-level system via standardized protocols such as Modbus/TCP or PROFINET. With a supply voltage of 24 V DC, all sensors have reverse polarity protection.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The application software is required to operate the weather station. You can purchase and download the corresponding licenses in the PLCnext Store (for links, see the “Downloads” tab). All desired sensors including mounting accessories (see the “Accessories” tab) have to be ordered separately.
