Compact Telecontrol Technology – FW-5
To meet the increasingly diverse demands in the field of telecontrol, we have developed robust, high-quality telecontrol systems. In close cooperation with our customers, we continuously refine and optimize our solutions. The result: top-tier products like the FW-5 compact bay station controller.
This micro remote terminal unit (RTU) is part of our series5 product family and stands out through its high performance, advanced functionality, and exceptional durability—hallmarks of all SAE IT-systems telecontrol products.
FW-5 – The Expandable Compact Station of the series5 Family
The FW-5 is a high-performance, space-saving telecontrol and automation system designed for top-hat rail mounting. It integrates all essential components for monitoring, control, logging, and data transmission, making it a smart solution for a wide range of telecontrol, substation automation, and distributed system management tasks.
Thanks to its own processing capacity and expandability, the FW-5 is ideal for handling numerous small-scale applications independently.
Easy Configuration & Quick Commissioning
Combined with our powerful setIT configuration software, the FW-5 delivers intuitive project configuration and rapid commissioning. Additional user-friendly features include support for configuration via USB memory stick or SD card—ensuring maximum flexibility and simplicity in setup.
Versatile Application Areas
With its modular expandability and compatibility with a wide range of external components, the FW-5 can be adapted to countless scenarios. Up to twelve extension boards can be added, allowing for a truly customized solution tailored to specific requirements.
Its powerful CPU and high immunity to interference make the FW-5 a compact yet extremely capable RTU.
Typical Application Areas:
- Field device in transformer substations with protection device coupling
- Intelligent secondary substations with power quality monitoring, earth fault and short-circuit indicators
- Control unit for direct marketing and balancing energy
- Feed-in management in renewable energy plants
- Intelligent metering points for voltage regulation in distribution networks
- Monitoring of media and infrastructure systems in pipeline networks
- Key use cases under the German Renewable Energies Act (EEG)
EEG-Related Applications
The FW-5 is especially suited for applications under the German Renewable Energies Act (EEG), including:
- Feed-in management for generation plants as per § 9 EEG 2017
- Direct marketing of renewable energy as per § 20 EEG 2017
- Congestion management in local grid stations
Ready-to-Use Complete Solutions
On request, the FW-5 is available as a ready-to-use complete system. These custom-built units are tailored to meet your specifications and typically include:
- The FW-5 telecontrol unit
- Uninterruptible power supply (UPS)
- Communication modules
- Relays
- Transfer terminals
- Other required components
All elements are installed in high-quality enclosures from trusted manufacturers such as Eaton or Rittal.
IT Security You Can Rely On
Like all products in the series5e family, the FW-5 is built with state-of-the-art IT security in mind. It supports extensive security features that comply with current requirements from the BDEW whitepaper and BSI recommendations, including:
- Modern Linux kernel
- Granular firewall rules for advanced network security
- Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) with fully customizable user roles
These features ensure the FW-5 provides a secure and reliable foundation for your critical infrastructure.