Data Collection Terminal
GPC8656-471 Data Concentrator
The GPC8656-471 is a smart data concentrator unit (DCU) designed for the demands of global AMI markets, with a modular hardware and firmware architecture. It collects data from meters, stores meter data and delivers it to a head-end system (HES).
The GPC8656-471 uses a 32-bit RISC embedded hardware and software platform, a real-time Linux embedded operating system and a plug-and-play communication module.
Enquire About This Product01 / PRODUCT FEATURES
Product at a glance
Meter Data Collection
- Collects and stores meter data, then delivers it to the HES.
Modular Design
- Modular hardware and firmware architecture with a plug-and-play communication module.
Embedded Linux Platform
- 32-bit RISC platform with an ARM9 processor, 128MB SDRAM and 512MB flash memory.
- Real-time Linux embedded operating system.
Communication Interfaces
- Uplink communication via GPRS, 4G or Ethernet; downlink communication via HPLC/RF or G3-PLC.
- Supports IPv4 and IPv6.
- Local interfaces include RS232, RS485, USB and infrared.
State Data Acquisition
- Provides 5 inputs, 5 outputs and 1 MCCB_Ctrl interface.
Energy Measurement
- Three-phase connection with active energy accuracy Class 0.5S and reactive energy accuracy Class 2.
- LED outputs: 6400 imp/kWh and 6400 imp/kvarh.
Standards
- DLMS/COSEM — IEC 62051-1: terms related to data exchange with metering equipment using DLMS/COSEM.
- IEC 62056-1-0:2014 — Electricity Metering Data Exchange, DLMS/COSEM Suite, Smart Metering Standardization Framework.
- IEC 62056-6-1:2013 — Object Identification System (OBIS).
- DLMS UA 1000-2 Ed.10, 2020 — DLMS/COSEM Architecture and Protocols (Green Book).
- DLMS UA 1001-1 Ed.8, 2021 — DLMS/COSEM Compliance Requirements and Conformance Assessment (Yellow Book).
02 / SPECIFICATIONS
Technical specifications
| Description | Value |
|---|---|
| CPU Processor | ARM9 |
| SDRAM | 128MB |
| Flash | 512MB |
| Operating System | Linux |
| Internet Protocol | IPv4, IPv6 |
| Data Ports | Uplink: GPRS / 4G / Ethernet Downlink: HPLC / RF, G3-PLC |
| Local Ports | 1 × RS232, 1 × RS485, 1 × USB, 1 × infrared modulator |
| State Data Acquisition | 5 × input, 5 × output, 1 × MCCB_Ctrl |
| Connection Wiring | Three-phase |
| Nominal Voltage | 3 × 220V/380V AC |
| Nominal Current | 3 × 1.5(6)A |
| Energy Accuracy Class | Active: Class 0.5S; Reactive: Class 2 |
| DCU Constant: LED Output | 6400 imp/kWh 6400 imp/kvarh |
| Voltage Range | 70%–130% Un |
| Frequency | 50Hz ± 2% |
| AC Voltage | 4kV |
| Fast Instantaneous Pulse Group | 4kV |
| Impulse Voltage Immunity (IEC 62052-11) | 6kV |
| Electrostatic Discharge (IEC 61000-4-2) | Contact discharge: 8kV, 10 cycles Air discharge: 15kV, 10 cycles |
| Fast Transient Burst — Main Circuits | 4kV |
| Surge Immunity (IEC 61000-4-5) | 4kV |
| Maximum Standby Power Consumption | ≤8W/12VA |
| Maximum Communication Power Consumption | ≤12W/15VA |
| Specified Operating Temperature Range | -25°C to +65°C |
| Limit Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to +70°C |
| Storage and Transport Temperature Range | -45°C to +85°C |
| Relative Humidity | ≤95%, non-condensing |
| Ingress Protection | IP51; IP54 with box |
| Insulation Protection | Class II |
| Clock Accuracy | ≤0.5 sec/day |
| MTBF | ≥50,000 hours |
| Meter Lifetime | ≥15 years |
| Battery Lifetime | 10 years |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 290mm × 180mm × 95mm |
| Weight | 2kg |
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