Unplanned pump or motor shutdowns are expensive. Whether you run a water plant, an irrigation system, or a mining dewatering system, outages can cause problems. These issues can lead to production losses, environmental compliance problems, and expensive emergency call-outs.
Early detection of power loss is the key to avoiding these problems—and that’s where Acromag’s new NT2140 Discrete AC Input Module delivers a major advantage.
Why Pump and Motor Downtime Happens
Industrial pumps and motors run in harsh environments. Power disruptions can occur due to:
- Voltage fluctuations or complete power loss
- Overheating or overload trips
- Contact closure failures (limit switches, thermostats, or push buttons)
- Wiring or connection faults
Without continuous monitoring, these issues often go unnoticed until the equipment stops, creating downtime and possible safety risks.
Continuous AC Power Detection with the NT2140
The Acromag NT2140 BusWorks® NT Ethernet I/O module is purpose-built. It detects the presence or absence of AC voltage levels safely and reliably. Key capabilities include:
- Six AC optocoupler inputs (120 V or 240 V) for precise AC power detection
- Two DC logic I/O channels to monitor or control discrete TTL or 0–32 V status levels
- Full industrial network support—Modbus TCP/IP, EtherNet/IP, and PROFINET—ensuring seamless integration with existing SCADA or PLC systems
- Built-in IIoT protocols including OPC UA, MQTT, and RESTful API for remote, cloud-based analytics and predictive maintenance
These features allow engineers to receive immediate alerts when power conditions change, enabling maintenance teams to act before a minor issue becomes a shutdown.
Application Example: Water Pumping Station
Consider a remote pumping station supplying irrigation water. If a motor loses power and goes undetected, crops may be left dry for hours. With an NT2140 module installed:
- The AC optocoupler input senses a power loss instantly.
- A signal is sent via Modbus or MQTT to the plant’s SCADA or IoT platform.
- Operators receive real-time alerts on their dashboard or mobile device.
- Maintenance crews can be dispatched before critical downtime occurs.
The same principle applies to building HVAC systems, mining conveyors, or any critical pump and motor application.
Benefits at a Glance
- Reduced downtime and maintenance costs through immediate fault detection
- Improved safety by proactively identifying electrical faults
- Simplified integration with modern IIoT and cloud platforms
- Scalable design for single-site or multi-site installations
Local Support for Australian Industry
Metromatics is the authorised Australian distributor for Acromag’s BusWorks® NT Series, including the NT2140. We provide:
- Local technical advice and pre-sales engineering
- Assistance with integration into SCADA, PLC, or IIoT environments
- Ongoing after-sales support to keep your systems operating at peak reliability
Prevent costly pump and motor downtime with real-time AC power monitoring.
Contact Metromatics today to discuss how the Acromag NT2140 can be deployed in your facility.