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8300 Overview
1Overview
The TankGate (83x series) unit acts as a tank gauge interface for data acquisition and host
gateway for tank farm, pipeline or refinery applications. Options are available for
interfacing to nearly any brand of tank gauge equipment or technologies, making it
possible to integrate float and tape transmitters, HTG, servo, magnetostrictive and radar
gauges.
Each TankGate Unit has a built-in motherboard and communications module based on
the local field protocol or tank gauging instrumentation requirements. The motherboard
contains a serial data link to enable communication to a host PC, PLC, or DCS..
Each intelligent module contains its own processor for fast and reliable field data
scanning. In-built compatibility of every module makes configuration of the internal
TankGate (83x series) database simple and straightforward.
1.1 Versions
The TankGate is available in a number of versions that can interface to a variety of field
devices and intelligent instrumentation via interface modules listed below:
• Model 8303 Dual RS-485 (MODBUS)
• Model 8308 TIWAY
• Model 8310 Mark/Space
• Model 8311 GPE
• Model 8312 Saab TRL/2
• Model 8314 Enraf
• Model 8315 L&J Tankway
• Model 8316 Barton
• Model 8317 Dual RS-232
1.2 Features
• Inputs are reported to Host Computer by Exception or Scanned Poll
• Built-in Software Function Library
• Surge Protection Conforming to ANSI/IEEE C37.90a-1974
• Host Communication via RS-232, RS-485, radio, modem or fiber optic link
• Industry Standard Protocol: Modbus
• Quick-Disconnect I/O Terminations
• Modular Construction for Optimum Expandability
• Non-Volatile Database
1.3 Applications
The TankGate is ideally suited for Tank Farm, Terminal, Pipeline and Refinery
applications. It is an effective solution used in SCADA applications.
• Level, temperature, pressure, and flow
• Local indication & alarms