Advantech Launches ECU-479 IEC 61850-3 Certified Fanless Platform for Smart Substations

Taipei, Taiwan, March 5th, 2024 - Advantech (TWSE: 2395), a global leader in Industrial IoT, is excited to announce the launch of ECU-479, an IEC-61850-3 Certified Power Automation Computer for smart substation digitalization and virtualization. Specifically designed for next-generation smart substations and harsh environments, the fanless computer can operate in wide temperature ranges (-25 to 70°C). Additionally, it features the latest 13th generation Intel® Core™ processors, supporting up to 8+8 cores, making it suitable for high computational demands and virtualization applications. With four built-in display outputs and expandability via PCIe slots, the ECU-479 is well-suited for multi-screen applications such as SCADA systems. Overall, with its high ruggedness, reliability, and scalability, the ECU-479 provides a significant solution for substation applications.