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A8000 Functions & Features
For telecontrol and automation purposes in all facets of energy supply, look no further than the SICAM A8000 series of modular devices. This family of tools is tailored to meet the needs of various settings and uses.
The most crucial characteristics are: Built with mechanically stable modules and a wide operating temperature of -40 to +70 °C, it can withstand harsh environmental conditions. Powerful up to 5kV (IEC 60255), allowing for direct deployment in substations.

Thanks to its IPSec encryption, integrated crypto chip, and BDEW White Paper conformance, this solution is future-proof in terms of cyber security. Access to “on board” GPRS and other integrated communications interfaces. Control of a regulated distribution transformer and other load-related automation (IEC 61131-3) functions.
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The 30mm narrow width of the modules allows for efficient use of floor space (without display for CP) Individual I/O modules can be combined to increase capacity. Using IEC 61850 as a standard ensures a long product life cycle and a safe investment.
The benefit of using RTU SICAM A8000
The benefit of using RTU SICAM A8000, High Performing With the Siemens SICAM A8000 Series, you can implement different applications, depending on the requirements: telecontrol applications and automation solutions. Evidently, all applications can be combined with each other.
The devices of the SICAM A8000 Series are universally usable. They are suitable for electrical distribution substations, gas distribution substations, hydropower plants, pipelines, and railway power supplies, as well as in building protection or alarm signaling. Your advantages at a glance:
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Overview SICAM A8000
SICAM A8000 Size Dimension

SICAM A8000 comes with compact design modules, with a small size of about 30mm for each module, you can get the best performance of the RTU device on your system. The Flexibility of the module design will help when you need to add more signals to your system.
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Here is for the SICAM A8000 size when you configure it to the maximum hardware configuration:
