Modulated Current™ or MC is the latest electrical distribution system developed by Equinox Power in 2022, designed to deliver high power and high voltage electricity with the safety benefits of low voltage, while also featuring inherent power line communication capabilities.
Powering the Future with Modulated Current™
Imagine a world where powering your electrical loads, illuminating your surroundings, charging your electric vehicle, or even energizing an entire office building using just an ordinary electrical wire or a simple "computer cable". This idea, while seemingly far-fetched, is rapidly becoming a reality thanks to the groundbreaking Fault Managed Power Systems (FMPS) standards set forth in the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) under Article 726, also known as Class 4. This innovative leap in electrical distribution systems is poised to revolutionize the way we think about and utilize power in a myriad of applications, bringing practical benefits and advantages to virtually every scenario where electricity is a necessity.
At the forefront of this transformative technology is Equinox Power, with its pioneering Modulated Current™ technology, tailored specifically to meet and exceed the FMPS standard.
Benefits & Features of Modulated Current™ (MC) Technology
SHOCK-SAFE
ADAPTIVE FAULT SENSING
CABLE AGNOSTIC
MC technology enables the transmission of high power and high voltage electricity while maintaining the safety benefits associated with low voltage* systems.
*Note: complies with NEC Article 726 under the definition of Fault Managed Power Systems (FMPS) or Class 4
CABLE AGNOSTIC
ADAPTIVE FAULT SENSING
CABLE AGNOSTIC
MC's innovative algorithm is designed to be completely tolerant to any parasitic capacitance or line inductance, ensuring reliable operation with wires or cables of any type, gauge, or length, whether shielded or not. More notably, it excels in its ability to repurpose existing or even abandoned copper wires/cables, showcasing its versatility in leveraging current infrastructure.
ADAPTIVE FAULT SENSING
ADAPTIVE FAULT SENSING
ADAPTIVE FAULT SENSING
With an adaptive fault detection mechanism that adjusts its reaction time based on the magnitude of external fault currents, the system is noise tolerant. This approach enhances robustness and minimizes the risk of nuisance faults or false positives.
BUILT-IN TELEMATICS
AUTONOMOUS OPERATION
ADAPTIVE FAULT SENSING
Leveraging Equinox Power's proprietary Ingenious Power Line Communication (iPLC™) technology, it enables high-fidelity, noise-tolerant digital data communication over the same conductor pair that delivers power, facilitating simultaneous power delivery and data telematics.
AC or DC COMPATIBLE
AUTONOMOUS OPERATION
AUTONOMOUS OPERATION
MC technology is unparalleled in the industry, capable of handling directly both DC and AC (in its native sinusoidal form). Especially for FMPS AC power transmission, it eliminates the need for any power conversion stages such as step-up and step-down converter combinations, making over-all solution more cost-effective.
AUTONOMOUS OPERATION
AUTONOMOUS OPERATION
AUTONOMOUS OPERATION
The MC technology was designed with the goal of being elegantly simple, making the system installation a true "plug-and-play" experience. This approach eliminates the need for any handshake or synchronization with the load, supports hot-plug operation, and enables instant start or restart making it truly asynchronous and autonomous.