SEL-3533
Upgrade your SEL-3355 by converting it to the SEL Real-Time Automation Controller (RTAC) operating system. The SEL-3533 RTAC Conversion Kit easily upgrades the SEL-3355 Computing Platform to the functionality of an SEL RTAC.
Starting At
$4,462Simplified Operations and Maintenance—Streamline operating system patching and maintenance by upgrading to the SEL RTAC operating system. SEL RTAC uses the secure and proven SEL real-time Linux operating system, and patching and firmware is SEL managed and supported by the SEL Field Applications engineering team.
Integrated Security—Make the RTAC the secure access point into your substation or plant with role-based access control and a full set of encrypted protocols for remote engineering and central authentication. Integrate information technology protocols SNMP and Syslog into the Sequence of Events log, or map security data into SCADA reports for industry-leading integration of security technologies.
Powerful Logic Engine—Create customized logic solutions after upgrading to the RTAC operating system. The embedded IEC 61131 logic engine provides unparalleled control flexibility. And there are a wide range of IEC 61131-based libraries and extensions available including digital fault recording and distributed energy resource (DER) monitoring.
Versatile Automation Solution—Deploy the RTAC as a specialized control solution for a range of common industry challenges using optional software extensions. Turn the RTAC into a synchrophasor vector processor and detect the onset of wide-area oscillations with the Horizon SVP Plus extension. Control distributed energy resources (DERs) and optimize power flow at the point of common coupling with the Grid Connect extension.
Details
The SEL RTAC is a powerful, multifunctional platform designed for the most demanding utility and industrial applications. With deterministic processing, integrated cybersecurity features, and rugged, industrial-grade hardware, the RTAC ensures reliable performance for critical operations, even in the harshest operating environments.
For more information about the RTAC automation platform, its applications, and other available models, visit the RTAC platform page.
Video Playlists
RTAC Basics
- SEL RTAC—Install
- SEL RTAC—Basic Software
- SEL RTAC—Building a Project
- SEL RTAC—DNP Client
- SEL RTAC—Tag Processor Intro
- SEL RTAC—Tag Processor Logging
- SEL RTAC—Tag Processor Logic
- SEL RTAC—Engineering Access with Legacy Commands
- SEL RTAC—Engineering Access with Automatic Connections
- SEL RTAC—IEC 61131 Programming
- SEL RTAC—IEC 61131 Functions
- SEL RTAC—IEC 61131 Function Blocks
RTAC HMI
- How to Use the RTAC HMI, Part 1: acSELerator Diagram Builder Overview
- How to Use the RTAC HMI, Part 2: Building a Project
- How to Use the RTAC HMI, Part 3: Shared Tags
The Firmware IDs for older versions of the firmware can typically be found in Appendix A of the instruction manual.
RTAC Software Tab
Configuration Software
acSELerator RTAC SEL-5033 Software
acSELerator RTAC is an intuitive, easy-to-use application designed to configure the SEL Real-Time Automation Controller (RTAC) family of products, including the SEL-2240 Axion. The software offers a wide range of optional tools, add-ons, and library extensions.
Learn more and download on the acSELerator RTAC software page..
acSELerator Diagram Builder SEL-5035 Software
Diagram Builder is an application that allows users to create and manage visualization projects for the optional web-based HMI designed for SEL Real-Time Automation Controllers (RTACs).
Learn more and download on the Diagram Builder software page.
acSELerator Architect SEL-5032 Software
Architect allows users to configure and document IEC 61850 systems that include GOOSE, Sampled Values (SV), or Manufacturing Message Specification (MMS) communications. Architect automatically compares SCL files with IEC 61850 requirements to ensure standard compliance.
Learn more and download on the Architect software page.
RTAC Libraries and Extensions
A wide range of IEC 61131-based libraries and extensions are available for the RTAC platform. Instructions for libraries and extensions are available in the Programming Reference and via the acSELerator RTAC help menu.
Automation Solutions
The following libraries and extensions can be added during RTAC hardware configuration.
| Option | Details | Dependencies |
|---|---|---|
| HMI1 | Visualize data and create custom diagrams for real-time monitoring and control. | None |
| Network Audit Utilities2 | Scan local area networks (LAN) and provide an audit of devices and communications on the network. | None |
| Grid Connect | Control the point of common coupling (PCC) between the utility and renewable power generation sources. | Dynamic Disturbance Recorder, File I/O |
| Horizon SVP Plus | Turn the RTAC into a synchrophasor vector processor. Detect the onset of uncontrolled wide-area oscillations with SVPplus modal analysis. | None |
| Horizon Power System Model | Resolve synchrophasor data streams using a model of the power system. | File I/O |
| Condition Monitoring | Implement condition-based monitoring of power system assets to assist with NERC PRC-005 compliance. | File I/O |
| Dynamic Disturbance Recorder | Collect data from within the logic engine to generate Sequence of Events (SOE), time-aligned CSV, and COMTRADE files in the RTAC. | File I/O |
| Meter Report Trend Recorder | Record analog data in the RTAC, and send data to acSELerator Team SEL-5045 and acSELerator Meter Reports SEL-5630 Software for analysis. | File I/O |
| Report Generator/Email Client | Generate custom reports from data available from the RTAC's logic engine. It is bundled with a fully featured email client that integrates into secure email systems. | File I/O |
| FTP Sync | Connect to established S/FTP server infrastructure and automatically push files from the RTAC file system to remote destinations. | File I/O |
| File I/O | Read and write files to the RTAC file system. It includes a built-in SFTP/FTP client for sending and receiving files and provides programmatic access to fault and SOE records. | None |
1Not supported on the SEL-3505 and SEL-3505-3
2Only supported on the SEL-3350, SEL-3555, SEL-3560S, and SEL-3560E
Engineering Services Solutions
Contact Engineering Services for ordering information and additional details about these libraries and extensions.
| Option | Application |
|---|---|
| Distribution Automation | Fault location, isolation, restoration, and volt-VAR control of distribution feeders |
| Ground Fault Detection | Ground fault identification for ungrounded power systems |
| Falling Conductor Mitigation | Use synchrophasors to detect and mitigate broken and falling conductor scenarios |
Automated Data Collection
SEL Data Management and Automation (DMA) Application Suite
Available on the Blueframe platform, DMA applications automatically collect, store, and manage device-specific information like oscillography, Sequence of Events (SOE) data, device settings, and property information. They also provide automated password rotation and streamlined device audits.
Learn more on the DMA software page.
Visualization & Analysis
SEL-5601-2 synchroWAVe Event SOFTWARE
synchroWAVe Event helps engineers diagnose the cause of power system disturbances, including faults. It is a powerful and easy-to-use solution for displaying and analyzing SEL event reports and COMTRADE files.
Learn more and download on the synchroWAVe Event software page.