TAPCON® 230
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Your Advantages at a Glance
The new generation TAPCON® 230 with a new design and significantly improved hardware and software functions. The concept of the new TAPCON® 230 is designed for consistent ease of use - everywhere and in all phases of operation.
Together with users, we developed an intuitive operation that requires no special training. New control algorithms, such as TAPCON® Dynamic Set Point Control (TDSC), are our answer to the increasing dynamics in the network. The result: TAPCON® 230 makes voltage control easier than ever.
Ready for immediate use
- Intuitive use - no training necessary
- Minimum start-up time
Secure and flexible
- Maximum flexibility
- Secure communication
Simple remote access
- Remote access, management, update and upgrade
Centralized Management via myReinhausen
Robust power supply
- Unbeatable reliability
- Future-proof
Which TAPCON® 230 variant is right for your needs?
The TAPCON 230 is available in three versions, each offering the most important functions for regulating power transformers. An intuitive user interface and web-based visualization enable convenient operation and easy commissioning. The Pro version is particularly suitable for applications that require additional functions such as parallel operation or tap position capture via analog or digital signals. If a connection to a higher-level control system (SCADA) is also required, the Expert version is recommended. Upgrading from the Pro to the Expert version is easy and can be done without additional hardware via myReinhausen, even after purchasing a TAPCON 230 Pro.
| Function | Basic | Pro* | Expert |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regulation, control and protection of transformers | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Intuitive user interface incl. service interface | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Line-drop compensation functions | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free assignment of digital inputs and outputs | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free assignment of analog inputs | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tap-position capture using analog and digital signals | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Parallel operation | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connection to higher-level control systems | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
*Easy Upgrade from Pro to Expert via myReinhausen
Legend
✓ = available | ◯ = optional | ✗ = not included
What you get:
- Voltage regulator
- Patch cable RJ45
- Shield clamps
- Connectors
- Tension clamps
- Technical documentation
- Additional type plate
- Terminating resistor for CAN-Bus
- Terminating resistor for RS485-Bus
Optional:
- Housing for wall mounting
- Depending on device type:
- Ethernet to fiber optic converter (SFP module)
- Serial to fiber optic converter
Important note: Digital inputs require auxiliary power supply of 110 V DC.
Dokumente
| Name | Category | Date | Size | Download |
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Tapcon® - Short Overview |
Flyer | 22.01.2025 | 1 MB |
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TAPCON® 230 | Easy Voltage Regulation
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Flyer | 22.01.2025 | 0.4 MB |
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Tapcon® 230 Basic |
Operating Instruction | 22.01.2025 | 4.0 MB |
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Tapcon® 230 Pro |
Operating Instruction | 22.01.2025 | 5.7 MB |
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Tapcon® 230 Expert |
Operating Instruction | 22.01.2025 | 5.7 MB |
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Tapcon® 230 |
Commissioning Instruction | 22.01.2025 | 11.8 MB |
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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between TAPCON® 230 Basic, Pro and Expert?
| Function | Basic | Pro* | Expert |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regulation, control and protection of transformers | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Intuitive user interface incl. service interface | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Line-drop compensation functions | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free assignment of digital inputs and outputs | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free assignment of analog inputs | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tap-position capture using analog and digital signals | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Parallel operation | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connection to higher-level control systems | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
*Easy Upgrade from Pro to Expert via myReinhausen
Legend
✓ = available | ◯ = optional | ✗ = not included
Can the Basic version be upgraded to Pro or Expert?
It is not possible to upgrade from Basic to Pro or Expert. If you are not sure whether some Pro or Expert functions will be required later, you should choose the Pro variant. Pro can be upgraded to Expert if a connection to a higher-level control system is required.
Which protocols are available for the control system communication of the TAPCON® 230 EXPERT?
- IEC 61850 Edition 2 (Edition 1 also available)
- IEC 60870-5-101
- IEC 60870-5-104
- DNP3
- MODBUS RTU
- MODBUS TCP
What options does the TAPCON® 230 offer for step position detection?
- BCD Code
- Dual Code
- Gray Code
- Resistor contact series
- Normally open contact series
- Analog
How does the provision of updates work?
You can register the device with the corresponding serial number in our myReinhausen customer portal. As soon as an update is available, you will receive a notification that a new download is available.