SCADASat by TSAT
The TSAT satellite system is specifically designed to meet the demanding requirements of the SCADA and utility industries. TSAT provides a private satellite network operating a direct communication channel between a process control centre and remote locations.
Key Capabilities
Designed for utilities, energy and critical infrastructure, SCADASat delivers reliable communications to remote assets via a dedicated satellite network, providing secure, resilient communications between control centres and remote sites without relying on public infrastructure or internet connectivity.
Ideal for a range of SCADA and Telemetry applications
Own and control your own network and satellite segment
Flexible, scalable configurations – Star (FDD) and Mesh (TDD
Ultimate in security – a closed “private” satellite network
Data rates supported from 8kbps to 832kbps
Client Owned Satellite Network For Critical Telemetry
By locating a private TSAT3500 HUB at a control centre, complete independence of any public infrastructure is obtained, and secure and reliable communication is assured. Reliability can be enhanced further with implementation of the load-sharing redundant HUB option.
TSAT’s highly unique private satellite network solution features an industry leading mini VSAT hub that is specifically engineered to support mission critical applications (SCADA / Telemetry) in the energy and utility markets. The ruggedized and utility hardened-hardware is designed to provide years of reliable operation in remote locations and harsh environments.
The TSAT 3500 comes in three variants: a desktop version, 1u rack mounted, and an outdoor option.
Low Capital Investment and Scalability
The TSAT 3500 solution is the lowest cost for establishing a private satellite network designed for SCADA and M2M telemetry, making it suitable for even small single-site installations. There will be room to grow to any size over time on the initial equipment.
TSAT uses spectrum and bandwidth resources efficiently, so that recurring costs are minimized. The total cost of ownership (TCO) of the TSAT 3500 is low, making this a viable option even for single-site installations, with the ability to scale up as needed.
Cyber Security
TSAT complies with IEC 61850 standards and AES-256 encryption and authentication. Further, it’s isolated from the Internet or any other network. A TSAT 3500 satellite network rides over a dedicated space-segment of one or more satellites for redundant fail-over reliability, including remote-site to remote-site (point-to-point) mesh type communication.
Cyber security features include: VLAN (Virtual LAN) support, file system encryption, secure Linux login to avoid unauthorised access, and SW/FW upgrade over-satellite authentication.
Windows based Graphical User Interfaces allow for easy network administration and diagnostic tools for SCADA and M2M telemetry.
Power Transmission & Distribution
Maintain secure communications between substations, protection equipment and control centers across distributed electricity networks.
Water & Wastewater Utilities
Monitor pumping stations, reservoirs, treatment plants and remote infrastructure through a resilient private communications network.
Renewable Energy
Support SCADA and telemetry across wind farms, solar installations and hydroelectric assets in remote or off-grid locations.
Critical Infrastructure
Deliver resilient communications for national infrastructure where operational continuity, cyber security and network ownership are essential.
Industrial Telemetry
Connect remote RTUs, PLCs and industrial control systems through a private satellite network designed specifically for telemetry and machine-to-machine communications.
Oil & Gas
Connect remote production facilities, pipelines and processing infrastructure with secure satellite communications independent of public networks.
Technical Essentials
Use these headline specifications to assess TSAT’s fit with your field equipment, installation environment and expected data volumes.
8-832 Kbps Data Rates
Support critical telemetry, SCADA traffic and IP applications with configurable satellite data rates.
Private Satellite Network
Own and control a closed network that operates independently of public internet and cellular infrastructure.
Star or Mesh Topology
Deploy a centralized star network or enable direct communication between remote locations using mesh connectivity.
Ethernet and Serial Interfaces
Connect existing equipment through dual Ethernet ports and RS-232, RS-422 or RS-485 serial interfaces.
Broad SCADA Protocol Support
Integrate legacy and IP-based systems using Modbus, DNP3, WITS, IEC 60870 and other protocols.
Modular, Scalable Architecture
Start with a small deployment and add remote sites without replacing the original hub infrastructure.
Secure Data Communications
Protect operational traffic with network isolation, VLAN support and optional AES-256 encryption and authentication.
Resilient Network Options
Improve availability with load-sharing redundant hubs, multiple satellites and remote-to-remote communication.
Product Specifications
Communications
- Satellite Network Type
- Private VSAT satellite network
- Network Ownership
- Customer-owned and customer-controlled network and satellite segment
- Network Topology
- Star using FDD or mesh using TDD
- Supported Data Rates
- 8 kbps to 832 kbps
- Satellite Frequency Range
- L-band, 950 to 2150 MHz
- Communication Architecture
- Direct communication between the control center and remote sites
- Remote-To-Remote Communication
- Supports routed peer-to-peer communication between remote terminals
- Redundancy
- Optional load-sharing redundant hub and multi-satellite failover
- Bandwidth Allocation
- Configurable minimum and maximum throughput with dynamic Bandwidth on Demand
- Roll-Off Factor
- Supports roll-off factors down to 0.1
- Voice Support
- Multiple simultaneous VoIP calls, including remote-to-remote calls
Physical And Environmental
- Available Formats
- Desktop remote, 1U rack-mounted hub or remote, and outdoor remote
- Hub Dimensions
- 177 x 482.6 x 44 mm / 6.97 x 19.00 x 1.73 in
- 19-Inch Remote Dimensions
- 177 x 482.6 x 44 mm / 6.97 x 19.00 x 1.73 in
- Desktop Remote Dimensions
- 177 x 133 x 44 mm / 6.97 x 5.24 x 1.73 in
- Hub Weight
- 2.5 kg / 5.5 lb
- 19-Inch Remote Weight
- 2.3 kg / 5.1 lb
- Desktop Remote Weight
- 1 kg / 2.2 lb
- Operating Temperature
- 0°C to 50°C / 32°F to 122°F
- Outdoor Installation
- Ruggedized outdoor terminal option available
- Deployment Environment
- Designed for remote SCADA and telemetry installations in demanding utility and industrial environments
Electrical
- Hub Input Voltage
- 24 to 48 V DC
- 19-Inch Remote Input Voltage
- 24 to 48 V DC
- Desktop Remote Input
- 24 V DC supplied through a 100–240 V AC, 50–60 Hz power adapter
- Block Upconverter Power
- 24 V, 3 A maximum
- Low-Noise Block Power
- 18 V, 0.5 A maximum
Data And Integration
- Network Interfaces
- 2 x RJ45 10/100 Mbps Ethernet
- Serial Interfaces
- RS-232, RS-422 or RS-485
- USB Interface
- 1 x USB-C
- Rack-Mounted Serial Ports
- 2 x DB9 on the hub and 19-inch remote
- Desktop Serial Ports
- 2 serial ports through 1 × RJ45 connector
- IP Protocols
- TCP, UDP, RIP, ICMP, ROHC, GRE, static routes, ACL and IPv4
- Serial Communication Modes
- Circuit-switched, leased-line, dial-up and multidrop
- SCADA Integration
- Integrates with existing TCP/IP and serial SCADA and M2M equipment
- Supported SCADA Protocols
- RP570, ADPL 180, Comli, Sinaut S1, Modbus RTU, Modbus IP, Modbus ASCII, DNP3, WITS and Serck Proteus
- Supported Industry Standards
- IEC 60870-5-101, IEC 60870-5-104 and IEC 61850
- Application Protocol Support
- Application-protocol independent, including support for legacy and IP-based SCADA protocols
- Quality Of Service
- DSCP DiffServ-based IP traffic prioritization
- Network Administration
- Windows-based graphical interfaces for network management and diagnostics
- Upgrade Path
- Supports migration from existing private-wire and LTE networks
Security
- Network Isolation
- Closed private network isolated from the public Internet and other networks
- Data Encryption
- Optional AES-256 encryption and authentication
- Network Segmentation
- VLAN support
- File System Security
- Encrypted file system
- Access Security
- Secure Linux login to help prevent unauthorized access
- Software And Firmware Security
- Authentication for software and firmware upgrades delivered over satellite
- Security Standard
- IEC 61850 compliance stated by the manufacturer
Talk To Us About Your Critical Telemetry Needs
The TSAT solution is intended for critical infrastructure where the telemetry provided is essential for operations. Having a primary or secondary connectivity solution independent of any public infrastructure is as secure and reliable as connectivity solutions get and has been a game-changer for many of our customers.
To talk through your particular requirements, please complete the form or call us on +44 (0) 1452 751940 (Europe, Asia, Africa) or +1.805.783.4600 (North and South America). We will provide objective, expert advice based on 20+ years of delivering remote connectivity.