 NEW AUTO-START and AMF (Automatic Mains Failure) controller for single gensets

 3 Phase mains (utility) sensing

 3 Phase generator (utility) sensing
 3 x CTs inputs
 True RMS measurements: kW, kVA, kVAr, pf, kWh (phase & total)
 4 Configurable Digital Inputs
 3 Analogue Inputs + 1 Extra Analogue Input (instead of a digital Input) + 1 for D+
 4 Configurable Digital Output + 2 Digital output 10A
 Interface for MPU and J1939 engines as standard
 USB serial port for configuration and FW update
 Large LCD display 128x64 with LED backlight and ICONES
 Compact dimensions: 144(W)x108(H)x40(D)mm (34mm)
 IP65 as protection degree with gasket always included as standard
 Periodical test
 64 Events log (64 slow trend and 42 fast trend)
 Remote start and stop
 Cost effective price
 Embedded alarm horn
 Outstanding  Data logger
performances
 Free configuration software BOARD PRG
 User friendly, intuitive and
easy to use

 Italian design
 Additional measures available based on the
Insulated and Auto-supplied CAN J1939 .
GC250 is the newest controller made by SICES for single
stand-by gensets.
The same controller can be used also for AUTO START
applications. A set of high efficiency led are used for signalling the
Despite the compact dimensions, GC250 includes the main current status of the Generator Set and for the
engine and alternator protections like the engine speed, oil visualization of alarm accursed. By means ICONES it’s
pressure, coolant temperature, frequency, voltage, current, possible to realize the type of the alarm/shutdown
power and fuel level.
In addition the same controller can be used for electronic Engine protections
engines with CAN interface J1939 protocol and MPU engines  Fuel reserve
(non-electronic) as well.  Max./Min fuel level
Configuring the inputs, outputs and protections, GC250 can be
easily adapted to suit a wide range of applications.
 Battery failure (min./max. Voltage)
GC250 offers a wide, graphic and powerful resolution display  Min./Max. oil pressure
128x64 pixel providing ICONS for alarms/warning advices and  Min./Max. engine temperature
for signalling the status of the engine, controller and data logs  Closing of mains contactor or gen set contactor failed
as well.  Engine over crank
All the parameters can be easily configured through USB using
 Over speed from generator frequency
the free software tool (BoardPrg), which can be download
thorough Sices web site. It’s also possible to set them directly  Generator overload
by the keyboard of GC250.  Belt breakage
 Min./Max. battery voltage
 Operating conditions not reached
Mains Voltage:  Emergency Stop
L1-N, L2-N, L3-N, L1-L2, L2-L3, L3-L1
True RMS measure Generator protections
Max 300Vac CAT III (L-N)  Underfrequency (81U)
Max 520Vac CAT III (L-L)  Overfrequency (81O)
Generator Voltages:  Undervoltage (27)
L1-N, L2-N, L3-N, L1-L2, L2-L3, L3-L1
 Overvoltage (59)
True RMS measure
Max 300Vac CAT III (L-N)  Power direction (32P)
Max 520Vac CAT III (L-L)  Loss of excitation (Reverse reactive 32RQ)
Generator Currents:  Time dependent overcurrent (51)
L1, L2, L3  Instantaneous overcurrent (50, 50V)
True RMS measure.  Phase sequence (47)
Nominal max. current: 5Aac
Generator and Mains Frequency meter:  Current and Voltage unbalance (46/47)
Resolution = 0.1 Hz.
Accuracy = ±50ppm, ±35ppm/°C (typical) Mains protections
Battery Voltmeter:  Mains voltage Max./Min. (27/59)
Resolution = 0.1V  Mains frequency Max./Min. (81U/81O)
Oil Pressure Gauge:  Mains failure
VDO 0-10 Bar, VDO 0-5 Bar, Veglia 0-8 Bar
(Settable curve based on sensors available)
Water or Oil Thermometer:
VDO, Veglia, BERU  N. 4 Configurable digital inputs
(Settable curve based on sensors available)  N. 3 Analogue inputs + N.1 Additional digital input which can
Fuel Level: be used as analogue one + N.1 Analogue input for D+ (if not
VDO, Veglia used, they can be used as not insulated digital inputs)
(Settable curve based on sensors available)  N. 4 Configurable digital outputs
Engine revolution counter:
 N. 2 High power digital outputs relays (10A) for power
By frequency detection.
changeover management (MCB & GCB outputs)
D+ for the measure of the voltage alternator battery
charger
Operating temperature: -30°C to 70°C
Storage temperature: -30°C to 80°C
Power and power factor measures are available as total
Weight: 200g (approx.)
measure and also for each single phase.
Maximum power and current reached values, are logged
with date and time.