Kongsberg RCU602, 1.5GHz PowerPC, 2GB RAM, Dual Ethernet Remote Controller Unit
In marine automation and industrial control systems, reliable communication between controllers, field devices, and monitoring equipment is essential for keeping operations running smoothly. The Kongsberg RCU602 Remote Controller Unit is designed for applications that require dependable processing, multiple communication interfaces, and integration with distributed control systems, making it suitable for demanding marine and automation environments.
Powered by a 1.5 GHz PowerPC P2041 processor with 2 GB of RAM and 256 MB of flash memory for application use, the RCU602 provides processing resources for supported control and communication tasks. Its design supports integration into systems that need to exchange data between different equipment and manage connected field interfaces.
The controller features separate process, field, and redundancy Ethernet interfaces, providing multiple options for connecting compatible networks and equipment. Support for Modbus, NMEA 0183, PROFIBUS/PROFIsafe, and CAN protocols helps facilitate communication across supported automation and marine systems, while additional vendor-specific protocols may be available upon request.
For applications requiring connections to multiple field devices, the RCU602 offers digital inputs and outputs, CAN interfaces, PROFIBUS connections, and distributed serial communication through compatible RSER200 modules. Its serial interface options support RS232, RS422, RS485, and NMEA 0183 multidrop via the specified module, providing flexibility when integrating different equipment into a control system.
Designed for installation in professional control cabinets, the RCU602 supports redundant power input with power alarm monitoring, inrush current and overvoltage protection, and watchdog functionality with fail-safe features. Its DIN rail mounting design and specified operating temperature range make it suitable for compatible marine automation and industrial control installations where dependable system integration is important.
Key features
• PowerPC P2041 processor operating at 1.5 GHz
• 2 GB RAM and 256 MB flash memory for application use
• Redundant 24 VDC power input with power alarm monitoring
• Multiple Ethernet interfaces for process, field, and redundant networks
• Supports Modbus, NMEA 0183, PROFIBUS/PROFIsafe, and CAN protocols
• Four opto-isolated digital inputs and four opto-isolated digital outputs
• Supports serial communication through compatible RSER200 modules
• DIN rail mounting with watchdog and protective functions
SPECIFICATION
| KM Article number |
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| RCU602 |
383962 |
| Electrical |
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| Input supply voltage |
24 VDC (18-31.2 V) |
| Nominal current consumption |
Max. 0.75 A |
| Start-up current |
Max. 2.8 A |
| Power consumption |
Max. 20 W |
| Power connectors |
Screw terminals; Cable cross-section: 2.5 mm2; Max. torque 0.4-0.5 Nm |
| Power |
Redundant power input with power alarm monitoring; Inrush current and overvoltage protection; Enhanced watchdog with fail-safe function and system status output |
| Compliant to the following protocols |
Modbus (Serial and TCP); NMEA 0183; PROFIBUS/PROFIsafe; CAN; 3rd party vendor-specific protocols
are available upon request
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| RBUS interface |
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| RBUS connectors |
2 x shielded RJ45 modular jack |
| LAN interface |
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| Process network |
2 x RJ45 Ethernet IEE 802.3 type 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX |
| Field network |
2 x RJ45 Ethernet IEE 802.3 type 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX |
| Redundancy Ethernet |
2 x RJ45 Ethernet IEE 802.3 type 100BASE-T/1000BASE-T |
| General purpose I/O channels |
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| Digital Output |
4 x opto-isolated outputs; Max. 30 mA; 1 x opto-isolated watchdog (for external interface);
Max. 30 mA
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| Digital Input |
4 x opto-isolated inputs |
| I/O connectors |
Cage clamps |
| Cable cross-section |
0.75 mm2 |
| Field interface |
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| CAN interface |
2 x CANopen/DeviceNet |
| Bus connectors |
5 pole cage clamps; Cable cross section: 2.5 mm2 |
| Bit rate |
Max. 1 Mb/s (DeviceNet not defined above 500 kb/s) |
| PROFIBUS interface |
2 x opto isolated 9 pin female D-Sub connectors |
| Bit rate |
Max. 12 Mb/s |
| Serial line |
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| Channels |
24 insulated serial lines via RSER200 modules. Distributed on 6 shielded RJ45 modular jack connectors |
| Physical layer on RSER200 |
RS232, RS422, RS485 and NMEA 0183 multidrop via RSER200-4 |
| Bit rate per channel |
Max. 115 kb/s |
| Compliance |
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| Compliance |
IACS E10; DnV GL 2.4; IEC 60945; RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU; EMC Directive 2014/30/EU |
| Process and memory |
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| Processor type |
Power PC Host processor P2041 |
| Clock frequency |
1.5 GHz |
| Memory |
RAM: 2 GB; Flash: 256 MB for application use |
| Environmental specifications |
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| Ambient temp. and humidity |
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| Temp. operation |
-15˚C to +70˚C |
| Temp. storage |
-25˚C to +70˚C |
| Humidity operation |
Up to 95% RH |
| Humidity storage |
Up to 95% RH |
| Protection standards |
IP 20 (IEC 60529) |
| Mechanical |
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| HxWxD |
355x158x87 mm |
| Weight |
1.34 kg |
| DIN rail vertical mounted |
35 7.5/15 |
| Failure rate |
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| MTBF (SN29500/40˚C) |
22 years |
