Product data

Product Data Document
1660ds9b / D301294X012
October 2011 - Page 1
www.EmersonProcess.com/Remote
ControlWave
®
GFC Plus
Gas Flow Computer
Remote Automation Solutions
Featuring the “Express” Electronics Platform
When requirements call for an integrated, “all in
one box” chart replacement or ow computer, the
ControlWave GFC Plus from Emerson Process
Management is a cost effective, competitive solu-
tion.
Unlike chart replacements, ControlWave GFC Plus
is also able to meets users’ automation needs and
easily supervises a two-run metering and regulating
station or plunger lift operations at a well site.
OVERVIEW
HARDWARE/PACKAGING FEATURES
32-bit ARM9 platform is capable of multiple ow •
computing and process automation operations.
Smart, gauge pressure or DP/P sensor •
assembly can be removed and replaced,
independently of the “top end” electronics.
Precision RTD interface provides very accurate •
measurement.
Very low power consumption minimizes costs •
of solar/battery power systems, which are also
integrated in the package.
Three serial communication ports are standard.•
Standard I/O includes 2 DI/PI.•
Optional I/O expansion includes 2 DI/DO, 4 DI, •
2 DO, 2 High-speed Counter Inputs, 3 AI and 1
AO.
Integral LCD with optional, 25-key keypad •
allows operators to view and change
congurable parameters, on site, without
packing a PC.
Broad selection of modem and wireless •
communications are instrument package
options.
FIRMWARE/SOFTWARE FEATURES
Control• Wave GFC Plus is pre-programmed
to meet API 21.1 requirements for a two-run
metering station with networking via BSAP or
Modbus.
PC web style menu pages are pre-congured •
for all user operations
Using our • ControlWave Designer, IEC 61131-
3 programming environment, any user or third
party can modify the standard application or
create a completely customized program—and
full support from Emerson is available, every
step of the way.
ControlWave GFC Plus comes in a highly in-
tegrated package that includes a smart P/T or
DP/P/T (shown) sensor assembly, battery/so-
lar power system and a broad selection of mo-
dem and radio communications options.