Direct Energy Partners Power Platform (PPL) – DC Microgrid Controller
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Direct Energy Partners Power Platform (PPL) – DC Microgrid Controller
Direct Energy Partners Power Platform (PPL) – Multivendor DC Microgrid Controller
The Direct Energy Partners Power Platform (PPL) is a hardware-agnostic, multivendor DC Microgrid Controller designed to accelerate deployment of DC microgrids. It integrates any hardware and optimizes DC energy flows from day one — delivering immediate savings, sustainability, and operational resilience.
Trusted by industry leaders including ABB, LG Energy Solutions, Savant, Ampt, CE+T, Alencon, AccuEnergy, and more. Available in the US, EU, and Canada.
Key Features
- Multivendor Compatibility: Interfaces with 100+ products including batteries, inverters, chargers, meters, and more (CE+T 30C, CE+T 30C3, Ampt Optimizers, Alencon SPOT, Alencon BOSS, Accuenergy, Measurlogic DTS, and more).
- Intelligent Energy Control Algorithms: Manual Charge-Discharge, Manual Peak-Shave, Auto Peak-Shave, Energy Arbitrage (buy low/sell high), Self-Consumption, E-Stop, and Maintenance Mode.
- Planned Operation Scheduling: Up to four configurable time slots; supports separate summer/winter and weekday/weekend schedules.
- PCS Parallel Operation: Supports parallel operation of Power Conversion Systems with equal power sharing and droop configurations.
- Battery/BMS Integration: Direct communication with BMS for real-time monitoring, SoC tracking, charge/discharge limits, and safety interlocks.
- Custom Application Development: Build a fully customized EMS in Python, enhanced with AI, integrated directly with the controller runtime.
- Remote Access & Cloud: Remote monitoring and control via VPN, cloud dashboards, mobile alerts, and push notifications.
- Ships Pre-Configured: Up and running in minutes. Typical lead time: 1 day.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Communication Protocols | Modbus TCP, CAN bus, MQTT, NATS |
| Ethernet Interface | 2x RJ45 (10/100 Mbps) + additional network switch |
| Digital I/O | Configurable modules for control and alarms |
| Analog I/O | Configurable modules for voltage/current sensing and analog control signals |
| Supply Power | 24VDC |
| Mounting | Wall-mountable, DIN rail |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to +55°C |
| Humidity | 5–95% RH, non-condensing |
| IP Rating | IP20 |
| Local User Interface | Yes |
| Remote Commissioning | Yes |
| Remote/Field Upgradable | Yes |
| 3rd Party EMS Support | Yes |
| MPN / Part Number | 1799596 |
| Region Availability | US, EU, Canada |
Pricing Options
- Starter Kit (Evaluation): $2,499 — Includes controller, I/O modules, power supply, and 90-day full-feature trial license. Limited one per customer.
- Deployment Kit (Permanent): $3,499 — Everything needed for permanent deployments.
- Software License: $10,000/MW (one-time, perpetual) — Includes remote access, all software features, live & historical dashboards, real-time diagnostics, cloud dashboards, mobile alerts, managed connectivity (VPN + LTE), and software updates.
Engineering Support – DCIDE Credits
Pay-per-use engineering support from DC microgrid experts, power electronics specialists, and PhD-level engineers. Covers address-map generation, controller configuration, commissioning support, custom application development, manufacturer coordination, and third-party integration. Credits valid for one year from purchase. Estimate provided before any work begins.
Warranty & Support
Every controller ships with quick, reliable support — real people, real answers. Remote commissioning available. Remote or field upgradable firmware. 90-day trial license included with Starter Kit.
Resources & Documentation
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