The MPM-100 configurable battery diagnostic system identifies conditions requiring further investigation, such as cell voltage, overall string voltage, current, temperature, and internal resistance. Automatic periodic tests verify the integrity of the battery being monitored, and an alarm is given for any out-of-tolerance condition.

Proactive testing includes internal ohmic resistance for the complete module at user-programmed intervals. By tracking internal resistance, the system can predict and report weak cells prior to complete failure. A time-to-go estimate algorithm, which uses discharge parameters and internal resistance readings, assists in determining remaining battery life.

The MPM battery monitor accommodates most telecom and utility battery configurations. The Battery Monitor Data Manager (BMDM) program, with its automatic polling and data transfer algorithms, lets a central computer manage over 1000 MPM systems. The battery monitor can be tied into a building management system via several protocols.

The MPM, in 19” rack mount, can be configured for most power, telecom, utility, and cellular applications. The MPM has a self-contained processing unit for stand-alone operation, and can communicate with an automatic callout system upon alarm or discharge sensing. Connection to a monitoring site may be through the internal modem, network, Modbus over TCP/IP or locally to a computer via the RS-232 port.

The MPM is the perfect solution for monitoring to help meet the testing and documentation requirements of the new NERC Protection System and Maintenance Testing Standard PRC005-1. You can achieve compliance and reduce your maintenance costs with the MPM-100. Documentation is key for successful compliance audits. NERC’s efforts help ensure the reliability of the North American bulk power system by enforcing compliance with the standard. For more, visit the NERC site.

Albér's Cellular MPM Battery Monitor Says "No Problem!" to Remote Areas and Critical Systems.

Now battery monitoring is possible in even the most remote areas. Albér's cellular modem equipped MPM-100 takes advantage of well established cellular architecture to let you install a monitoring system virtually anywhere you have batteries. The MPM-100 is the perfect battery monitor for your central office, outside plant (OSP), wireless base station or radio base station.

During setup, simply open the MPM and insert a service activated SIM card into the modem. Close the unit, connect the antenna, then install the MPM system as instructed. A few moments after power up, the MPM establishes communication with your cellular provider and you're ready to go!

Using selections you make during setup, your Central computer will poll the MPM at the times you specify. Additionally, depending on cellular service in your area, the MPM can call out on alarm.