PowerHub - Power Distribution Module for Robotic Systems

Intelligent Power Distribution

TORC PowerHub Distribution Modules provide computer controlled power distribution for applications in robotics and unmanned systems. Convenient control over Ethernet allows 8 individual outputs to be switched and monitored remotely.  The PowerHub is available with a 12V, 24V or 48V nominal input, and a 5V, 12V, or 24V nominal output.

An intuitive web interface allows the user to directly configure and use the PowerHub during testing and development, and a simple TCP protocol allows for programmatic control.  A variety of models ensure safe, reliable power for the many sensors, computers, data modems, and other devices integral to an unmanned vehicle.  The PowerHub provides a complete power conditioning and distribution solution, freeing developers to focus on more complex unmanned system design tasks.

TORC PowerHub

Feedback

  • Output status, voltage, current
  • Input voltage
  • Internal temperature & fan status

User Configuration

  • Solid state switch on/off (per output)
  • Current limit from 0 to 9 Amps (per output)
  • Output voltage
  • Power up defaults
  • Network settings
 

 

Web Configuration Utility

The PowerHub can be controlled and monitored through the web-based configuration utility. The User Feedback tab displays the current state of each output, the measured input and output voltages, the internal temperature of the unit, and the fan status.  This page is configured to automatically refresh once a second.

To access the utility, simply launch a web browser on a computer that is connected to the PowerHub, enter the IP address and you are ready to configure the settings.

The Output Settings tab allows the user to control which outputs are turned on or off, what current limits are set, and the desired output voltage.  Network configuration for the PowerHub can be done on the Network Settings tab.

Available Mounting Options

Overview

Models

Input Voltage

Output Voltage

Output Power

PH482401

36 to 60 VDC

19.2 to 26.4 VDC

500W @ 24VDC

PH481201

36 to 60 VDC

10.5 to 16.5 VDC

400W @ 12VDC

PH480501

36 to 60 VDC

4.5 to 5.5 VDC

400W @ 5VDC

PH242401

18 to 36 VDC

19.2 to 26.4 VDC

400W @ 24VDC

PH241201

18 to 36 VDC

10.5 to 16.5 VDC

320W @ 12VDC

PH240501

18 to 36 VDC

4.5 to 5.5 VDC

400W @ 5VDC

PH122401

10 to 36 VDC

19.2 to 26.4 VDC

200W @ 24VDC

PH121201

10 to 36 VDC

10.5 to 16.5 VDC

160W @ 12VDC

PH120501

10 to 36 VDC

4.5 to 5.5 VDC

175W @ 5VDC