Description
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BrandBASLER
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ModelDECS-150
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Product NameDigital Excitation Control System
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Place of OriginUnited States
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Customs HS Code85371011
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Power Supply18–240V AC / DC
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Dimensions165mm × 124mm × 42mm
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Weight0.95 kg
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Operating Temperature-40°C ~ +70°C
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Storage Temperature-40°C ~ +85°C
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Warranty12 month
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Product Statusnew
DECS-150 Basler Digital Excitation Control System Technical Specifications
Regulation modes: AVR (Automatic Voltage Regulation), FCR (Field Current Regulation), Var regulation, Power Factor regulation
Voltage regulation accuracy: 0.25%
RMS voltage measurement, capable of operating with voltage waveform distortion up to 40% THD
Excitation power stage: PWM type
Operating power input frequency: 50 Hz to 500 Hz
63 Vdc nominal excitation variant operating supply: 100~139 Vac or 125 Vdc
125 Vdc nominal excitation variant, single-phase operating supply: 190~277 Vac or 250 Vdc
125 Vdc nominal excitation variant, three-phase operating supply: 190~260 Vac or 250 Vdc
Continuous field output current: 7 Adc at 70°C ambient temperature; 10 Adc at 55°C ambient temperature
10-second field forcing current: 11 Adc at 70°C ambient temperature; 14 Adc at 55°C ambient temperature
Minimum field resistance, 63 Vdc model: 9 Ω
Minimum field resistance, 125 Vdc model: 18 Ω
Control power supply: 19.2 ~ 26.4 Vdc, 24 Vdc nominal
Voltage sensing input: 1-phase / 3-phase 3-wire; selectable ratings: 100 / 120 / 200 / 240 / 400 / 480 / 600 Vac
Current sensing input: 1 Aac or 5 Aac CT input, cross-current compensation supported for generator paralleling
Communication ports: USB, CAN (optional), Ethernet RJ45, Modbus TCP (optional)
Configuration software: BESTCOMSPlus®
Standard features: Auto tuning, network load sharing, sequence of event recording, data logging
Optional feature: Power System Stabilizer (PSS)
Built-in protection functions: Overexcitation limit, underexcitation limit, stator current limit, generator fault protection
Operating ambient temperature: 0 ~ 55°C for 10 Adc continuous output; 0 ~ 70°C for 7 Adc continuous output
Certifications: UL certified, VDE-AR-N 4110 compliant
Installation type: Panel mount

DECS-150 Basler Typical Applications
Brushless synchronous AC generators, including diesel generator sets, gas generator sets and turbine-driven generators
Excitation control for brushless synchronous motors
Standby power and prime power generation systems
Parallel operation of multiple generators with reactive power sharing via cross-current compensation and droop control
Grid-connected generator systems; optional PSS supports compliance with grid requirements
Marine generator sets and seamless power transfer systems between on-board and shore power
Industrial backup power for manufacturing plants, data centers and other critical infrastructure
Mobile rental generator units and containerized power stations
Generators supplying heavy non-linear loads such as rectifiers and VFDs under high THD conditions
Small and medium-scale independent power plants
Excitation systems powered by PMG, shunt excitation or auxiliary winding supply

FAQ: Basler DECS-150 Digital Excitation Control System
Q: What is Basler DECS-150?
A: Basler DECS-150 is a field-mounted digital excitation controller, designed for synchronous generators and alternators to regulate output voltage and reactive power.
Q: What are the main functions of DECS-150?
A: It offers voltage regulation, var/power factor control, overexcitation protection, underexcitation limiting, soft start, and built-in generator monitoring functions.
Q: What generator types does Basler DECS-150 work with?
A: It is suitable for brushless synchronous generators, used in diesel generator sets, hydro generators and backup power generation systems.
Q: What communication interfaces does DECS-150 support?
A: It supports Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP for remote monitoring, parameter adjustment and data connection with SCADA and HMI systems.
Q: What software do I use to program and tune the DECS-150?
A: Basler PC Software is used for setup, gain tuning, protection configuration, fault viewing and firmware upgrade of the DECS-150.
Q: What is the operating temperature range for DECS-150?
A: Standard operating temperature: -40°C to +70°C, suitable for harsh outdoor and generator cabinet environments.
Q: Can DECS-150 work in parallel with other generators?
A: Yes, it supports paralleling operation, reactive power sharing and cross-current compensation for multi-generator systems.
