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WATCH NOWSeries 5 Vanguard® is a modular, open-architecture turbomachinery control system for advanced process control. Series 5 Vanguard controllers use a fully deterministic multitasking operating system. Advanced control applications are implemented, including anti-surge controls and load-sharing, gas and steam turbines, extraction, etc. Windows-based TrainTools® package provides a comprehensive interface for plant operating, programming, and project engineering.
In addition to supporting up to 576 I/O points, Vanguard can also be programmed to run custom logic applications. This eliminates the need to have a separate PLC for sequencing and auxiliary control purposes – simplifying the solution architecture and integration work. The following IEC 61131-3 programming language standards are supported:
- Ladder diagram (LD)
- Function block diagram (FBD)
- Structured text (ST)
- Instruction list (IL)
- Sequential function chart (SFC)
Enhanced redundancy and diagnostics
Vanguard also has advanced functionalities that improves system availability and maintenance ease-of-use.
- Flexible switching: modular redundancy at every level – from power supplies, main processors, to I/O processors
- Self-learning: plug and play replacement of faulty card without the need to manually load configuration files
- Better diagnostics: Higher-resolution archiving with Sequence of Events (SoE)
Faster loop execution
Powerful processors of Vanguard offers further performance improvement over Series 3++ controllers.
- I/O Processing: 2.5 millisecond~ (compared to 5 millisecond of Series 3++)
- Loop Execution: 5 millisecond~ (compared to 40 millisecond of Series 3++)
Key Specifications:
- Redundancy Options: Available to purchase in simplex or duplex chassis
- Chassis Power Options: Available to purchase in 100 to 240 Vac or 24 Vdc
- Chassis Dimensions (HxWxD):
Simplex: 12.25in (310mm) x 17.00in (432mm) x 12.00in (300mm)
Duplex: 12.25in (310mm) x 19.00in (483mm) x 12.00in (300mm) - Communication Options:
Redundant Modbus RTU RS-422/RS-485 or
Redundant Modbus RTU over TCP via External Converter - Operating Temperature Range: +32 degF to +131 degF (0 degC to +55 degC)
Agency Certifications:
(Partial list – For full details please refer to Agency Certifications for Series 5 Vanguard Controllers)
- CSA and CE compliance
- Hazardous area classification (SureLink Remote I/O only):
USA: Class 1, Div 2 Groups A, B, C, D and T3
Canada: Class 1, Zone 2 Group IIC and T3
Each Series 5 Vanguard control system can be loaded with up to 16 control applications.
Driver Controls
- Expander Control
- Gas Turbine Control
- Speed Control
- Extraction Control
Driven Equipment & Process Controls
- Antisurge Control
- Performance Control
- S Control (Cold Recycle)
- Quench Control
- Simple PID Control
- Utility Turbine Control
- Logic Control (IEC 61131-3)