Overview
Basler Electric DGC-2020 is a highly advanced, microprocessor-based digital genset controller that integrates engine and generator control, transfer switch management, metering, protection, and configurable programmable logic in one cost-effective package. The controller features an extremely rugged, potted design with industry-leading temperature, vibration, and shock specifications optimal for harsh genset applications. It is a total system solution for emergency, stand-alone, and paralleled generator set applications with comprehensive control, metering, and protection capabilities.
Key Features
- 16 programmable contact inputs and 7 contact outputs (3 rated for 30 Adc and 4 programmable 2 Adc rated contacts), with expandable I/O via optional J1939 CANBUS
- Multifunction generator protection against overvoltage, undervoltage, reverse power, loss of excitation, underfrequency, and overfrequency
- Function-packed microprocessor-based controller with fully-configurable programmable logic to reduce installation costs by eliminating peripheral components
- Intuitive BESTCOMSPlus® software simplifies setup with easy settings entry and simple drag-and-drop programmable logic, reducing commissioning time
- Wide temperature-range liquid crystal display (LCD) with backlighting for operation under varying ambient light and temperature conditions
- Easy integration of the LSM-2020 Load Share Module for load sharing, demand control, genset sequencing, and Ethernet capabilities
Technical Specifications
- Control System: Microprocessor-based integrated genset controller
- Programmable Inputs: 16 contact inputs
- Contact Outputs: Up to 7 outputs (3 × 30 Adc rated, 4 × 2 Adc programmable, with up to 8 additional optional contacts)
- Display: LCD with backlight and wide temperature range
- Communication (Standard): USB port and SAE J1939 interface
- Communication (Optional): RS-485 communication port and dial-out modem
- Generator Voltage Rating: Up to 480 V
- Protection Functions: Overvoltage, undervoltage, reverse power, loss of excitation, underfrequency, overfrequency
- Software Included: BESTCOMSPlus® (included at no additional cost)
- Operating Temperature Range: −40°C to +70°C (operational ratings)
- Vibration Specification: Tested to 5 to 50 G at +20°C
- Mounting: Panel-mount design
- Certification: NFPA-110 compatible (with RDP-110 remote display panel)
Typical Applications
- Emergency standby and backup power systems
- Prime power and stand-alone generator applications
- Paralleled and multi-genset installations with load sharing
- Rental and reconfigurable genset configurations
- Industrial facilities with critical power management requirements
- Data centers, hospitals, and mission-critical infrastructure
- Automatic transfer switch control and mains failure detection
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Standard three-phase mains and generator inputs (up to 480 V)
- SAE J1939 CANBUS protocol for expandable I/O
- Isspro R8925 and compatible fuel level senders
- Basler Electric Remote Display Panel (RDP-110)
- Basler Electric Load Share Module (LSM-2020)
- Basler Electric Contact Expansion Module (CEM-2020)
- Basler Electric Analog Expansion Module (AEM-2020)
- Emergency standby and transfer switch systems
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Earlier Basler Electric DGC genset controller generations
- Legacy analog generator control panels (where application requirements match)
- Custom-engineered genset control solutions requiring modernization
Works With
- BESTCOMSPlus® — native programming and configuration software included with every unit
- SAE J1939 CANBUS — standard industrial protocol for generator and engine monitoring
- USB Communication — direct connection for firmware updates and diagnostics
- Remote Display Panel (RDP-110) — NFPA-110 compliant remote annunciation
- Offline Simulator (in BESTlogic™Plus) — test and troubleshoot programmable logic without hardware
