tDrive Controllers from TechControl: Discover the New Industrial Generation

In modern industry, diesel and gas engines drive critical processes ranging from motor pumps and compressors to propulsion engines on ships and Oil & Gas applications. Their reliability depends on control systems capable of operating under extreme conditions. TechControl’s tDrive controllers represent the new generation of industrial control solutions, specifically designed to maximize efficiency and operational reliability in critical marine and industrial applications. In this article, we’ll tell you everything about the tDrive family: from the technical features of each model to their industrial applications and operational advantages.

Features of tDrive Controllers

The tDrive controller family offers three scalable models designed for different levels of operational complexity. Each controller combines industrial robustness, intuitive interfaces, and standard communications to ensure maximum performance in critical applications.

tDrive Nano

The tDrive Nano controller offers a compact and efficient solution for the basic control of diesel and gas engines in industrial applications. Key technical highlights:

• 2.8″ QVGA color display readable under sunlight.
• IP67 certification against dust and water.
• Compliant with Tier 4 Final and Euro Stage V standards.
• 6 inputs (analog, digital, and speed) and 3 digital outputs.
• USB, CANbus (J1939), and Modbus RS-485 communications.
• Operating range: -20 °C to +70 °C.

Applications of tDrive Nano:

• Auxiliary pumps on vessels.
• Compact engines in marine or agricultural environments.

tDrive Lite

tDrive Lite controllers balance simplicity and versatility, ideal for standard applications or variable ramps in the marine industry. Key technical features:

• Full control, protection, and monitoring of mechanical or electronic engines.
• Configuration from the panel or advanced software.
• Reading of fault codes and real-time diagnostics.
• Closed-loop control with analog sensors (level, pressure, etc.).
• Inputs: 4 analog + 5 digital.
• Outputs: 6 programmable digital outputs.
• High-contrast LCD display, IP67 protection.
• Operating range: -40 °C to +70 °C.
• Integrated maintenance schedule and event log.

Typical applications of tDrive Lite:

• Motor pumps in industry and agriculture.
• Compressors in gas and oil plants.
• Auxiliary engines on medium-sized vessels.

tDrive DCU

The tDrive DCU controller is the most robust in the family, designed for complex developments in critical industrial and marine applications. Key technical aspects:

• 4.3″ WQVGA color display, visible in full sunlight.
• Compliance with Tier 4 Final and Stage V.
• IP67 protection, resistant even to pressure washing.
• 10 analog inputs + 12 digital inputs, with 10 digital outputs.
• Communications: CANbus J1939, Modbus RS-485, USB.
• Closed-loop control using pressure, level, and temperature sensors.
• 16-channel weekly scheduler and historical event log.
• Operating range: -40 °C to +70 °C.

Typical applications of tDrive DCU:

• Gas pipeline compressors.
• Marine propulsion engines.
• Motor pumps in refineries.
• Critical industrial processes requiring maximum reliability.

Applications of tDrive Controllers in Industry

tDrive industrial controllers for marine applications adapt to multiple contexts where precise engine control is essential:

• Oil & Gas: compressors, process pumps, and backup engines.
• Marine: propulsion and auxiliary systems on workboats.
• Industrial: automated processes, pumps, and compressors.
• Agricultural: irrigation pumping and ventilation.
• Clean energy: gas and biogas engines for sustainable projects.

Advantages of tDrive Controllers for Integrators and Operators

Servintel’s industrial control solutions with tDrive technology offer:

• Scalability: three models adapted to different complexity levels.
• Protections: overspeed, low oil pressure, high temperature.
• Intuitive interfaces: high-visibility color displays.
• Regulatory compliance: Tier 4 Final and Euro Stage V.
• Real-time diagnostics: configurable alarms and event logs.
• Connectivity: standard protocols (CANbus, Modbus) for SCADA integration.
• Proven robustness: designed for harsh environments and extreme conditions.

Discover How tDrive Controllers Can Transform Your Industrial Operation

TechControl’s tDrive controllers are not just hardware: they represent a leap toward intelligent engine control, designed to maximize operational availability and reduce risks in critical applications. Learn more at Servintel about tDrive products. Discover how it integrates with solutions such as gas and biogas engine conversion or motor pump and compressor control.

Choose Servintel to Implement tDrive Controllers in Your Operation

With TechControl’s tDrive controller line, industrial engines have a new generation of controllers designed with international standards and local technical support in Argentina, Brazil, and Chile. A comprehensive solution for those seeking reliability, simplicity, and scalability in diesel and gas engine control for critical industrial and marine applications. Ready to optimize the control of your industrial engines? Contact us now for more information.

In summary

What is the difference between the Nano, Lite, and DCU models?

Nano: compact and basic for auxiliary engines. Lite: intermediate with closed-loop and scheduled maintenance. DCU: the most robust with greater I/O for critical applications.

Can tDrive controllers be connected to remote monitoring systems?

Yes, all tDrive models include Modbus RS-485 communications for integration with SCADA systems and industrial remote monitoring platforms.

Are tDrive controllers compatible with gas and biogas engines?

Absolutely. The entire tDrive line is validated and certified for diesel, natural gas, and biogas engines, in full compliance with international environmental standards.