Device Hardware

The GridBeats™ APS devices are fully modular, allowing easy

customization of inputs and outputs, minimum stock of spare parts

and reduced downtime when having to upgrade, retrofit or fix due

to a contingency (e.g. Failed trip/close coil that burned a contact

output).

The chassis of the device supports 10 slots for different types of

modules in the 80TE form factor. Rear terminal blocks could be pin

or ring terminal or fiber depending on the module variant.

Types of modules supported:

CPU Module

The capabilities within the GridBeats™ APS require a powerful

multicore processor with dedicated cybersecurity Trusted Platform

Module (TPM) and flexible communication interfaces.

The GridBeats™ APS CPU module supports multiple combinations of

communication interfaces including 2/4/6 Ethernet ports, Optional

serial copper ports and Inter Relay Communications (IRC) and

optional extended memory for the DFR package.