{"product_id":"decs-100-b15-basler-electric-digital-voltage-regulator","title":"DECS-100-B15 Basler Electric Digital Voltage Regulator","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngineering Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDECS-100-B15\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is an advanced microprocessor-based digital automatic voltage regulator manufactured by \u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBasler Electric\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e within the renowned \u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDECS-100 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Designed for precise exciter field current control in brushless AC generators, this regulator delivers robust performance under high total harmonic distortion and demanding industrial operating environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Architecture \u0026amp; Electrical Ratings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Basler Electric\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel \/ Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDECS-100-B15\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDECS-100 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDevice Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Microprocessor-Based Digital Automatic Voltage Regulator (AVR)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Input:\u003c\/strong\u003e 88 to 250 Vac, 1-phase or 3-phase, 50 to 400 Hz (650 VA burden)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSensing Input:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100\/120, 200\/240, 400\/480, and 600 Vac (single or three-phase, \u0026lt;1 VA\/phase)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent Sensing CT Secondaries:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 Amp or 5 Amp models available\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccessory Input Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e −3 Vdc to +3 Vdc (providing −30% to +30% setpoint shift)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eField DC Output:\u003c\/strong\u003e 63 Vdc continuous at 7 Adc with PWM power stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10-Second Forcing Output:\u003c\/strong\u003e 135 Vdc at 15 Adc (200 Vac input); 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27 to 52 Hz (0.036” double amplitude); 53 to 500 Hz (5.0 G)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure Protection \u0026amp; Compliance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Salt fog tested per MIL-STD-810E; UL recognized, CSA certified, CE compliant, EAC certified, and marine type-approved (BV, DNV•GL, RMRS)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (W × H × D):\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.34 x 10.82 x 2.84 inches (135.6 x 274.8 x 72.1 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.42 lb (1.10 kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration \u0026amp; Logistics Support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoftware Suite:\u003c\/strong\u003e DB-9 RS-232 rear port compatible with Basler BESTCOMS™ Windows configuration software\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty Coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Backed by a standard 12-month industrial quality assurance warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpress Global Logistics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Secure worldwide shipping dispatched via FedEx, UPS, and DHL networks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does the DECS-100-B15 respond if the voltage sensing input fails during parallel generator operation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The unit features built-in loss-of-sensing detection that automatically transfers control from auto (AVR) mode to manual (FCR) mode, preventing catastrophic runaway excitation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can the DECS-100-B15 maintain stability when powered by a permanent magnet generator (PMG) with high frequency variance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, the power input stage handles wide frequency ranges from 50 to 400 Hz, making it fully compatible with both shunt-fed configurations and PMG systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What parameter adjustments should engineers configure when commissioning generators supplying non-linear six-thyristor loads?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The regulator is engineered to maintain ±0.5% regulation accuracy even under 40% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD); 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