{"product_id":"bachmann-gm260-grid-measurement-module","title":"Bachmann GM260 Grid Measurement Module","description":"\u003cp\u003eConfigured for high-speed electrical network monitoring in M1 control platforms, the \u003cstrong\u003eBachmann GM260\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003eGM260\u003c\/strong\u003e Grid Measurement Module) provides direct data acquisition of three-phase network variables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGM260\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBachmann\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAustria\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Bachmann module enclosure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 separate three-phase branches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Input Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e480 VAC (L-L) RMS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHarmonics Analysis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 40th harmonic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProfinet \/ EtherNet\/IP Deterministic Networks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GM260 module utilizes integrated processing to calculate True RMS grid variables online, ensuring the data provided to the deterministic network is cycle-time consistent. By computing harmonics up to the 40th order directly on the module, the load on the host CPU is minimized, facilitating efficient backplane bus communication velocity. The module integrates seamlessly with Bachmann SolutionCenter, allowing real-time access to active, apparent, and reactive power metrics. Firmware flash compatibility ensures that the grid calculation algorithms remain updated, providing accurate 4-quadrant energy counting within the M1 control environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does the GM260 require external transducers for voltage measurement?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. The module is designed to accept direct connections of input voltages up to 480 VAC (L-L) RMS, eliminating the need for intermediate voltage transducers in standard applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How are energy values tracked within the module?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module features 2 independent 4-quadrant (4Q) energy counters that are processed internally, ensuring precise energy monitoring without requiring external processing cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure all voltage and current connections are made in accordance with the local electrical safety standards and the module pinout diagram.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify that the CT (Current Transformer) ratios are correctly configured in the SolutionCenter to ensure accurate current and power calculations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUtilize shielded cabling for all measurement inputs to prevent electromagnetic noise from interfering with the high-frequency harmonics sampling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm that the common voltage monitoring point is correctly referenced to ground to prevent potential measurement offsets between the two three-phase branches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerform an initial commissioning test using the SolutionCenter interface to verify that phase angles and RMS values align with secondary multimeter readings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Bachmann","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53027936469301,"sku":"GM260","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/7630\/5461\/files\/GM260.png?v=1782198062","url":"https:\/\/www.5gplc.com\/products\/bachmann-gm260-grid-measurement-module","provider":"High Five PLC Solution Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}