BEACON 3200 Data Concentrators

The Beacon 3200 is the newest data concentrator for smart grid applications offered by Honeywell that can operate in all three modes on G3- PLC grid networks: The Beacon 3200 provides high level security options, including a hardware security module and encryption standards in accordance with the latest EAL6+ assurance level. All confidential data (customer information, certificates, runtime configurations and event logs) are encrypted. Both downstream and upstream communication are secured including latest DLMS security suites.

Specifications
• Data concentrator mode – buffering events and data between utility meters and the HES;
• DLMS Gateway mode – direct communication between HES and meters;
• IPv6 router mode – Beacon’s IP capability allows reaching the meters in the network;
• True end-to-end security.
• Interoperable, standard interfaces for upstream and downstream communication.
• G3-PLC communication (FCC and CENELEC-A).
• Last gasp protection against power drop.
• DLMS security suite 0, 1 and 2.
• Integrated web server for local configuration and maintenance.
• G3-PLC Alliance standard certified.
• Multi-layer security (PLC-MAC and DLMS application layer).
• EAL6+ certified hardware security.