Axle Counter BO23
Axle Counter BO23
BO23 is a multisection based axle counter system used for train detection applications. It consists of BO23 evaluator, trackside control unit VUR and wheel sensor ZK24-2. BO23 axle counter is a well established and proven solution on multiple global markets, operating under various conditions and in a variety of applications.
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Functionality
BO23 uses wheel detection technology. One indoor unit controls up to 8 counting points configured up to 6 sections (selection of 9 predefined configurations) . The system proved its performance in railway, tram and metro applications. Axle counting can be performed at train speeds up to 350 km/h.
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Safety
The system is developed and certified according to standards EN 50126, EN 50128 and EN 50129 for the highest safety integrity level SIL4, as well as EN 50125-3 for harsh environmental conditions and EN 50121-4 for EMC. BO23 is assessed and certified by TÜV Rheinland.
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Maintenance
There is no need for complex maintenance activities. System maintenance includes periodical reviews of the installed indoor and outdoor equipment. Reviews include simple and fast checks of sensor ZK24-2 and BO23 evaluator using special tools which are easy to operate.
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Analytics
System analytics is designed to be user friendly and may be done by the Customer independently using software for BO23 diagnostics.
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Connectivity
„Possibility of interfacing with relay and electronic signalling systems. Output information is sent by safety relays – section occupancy, disturbance, failure. If a SEC module (remote communications module - optional) is used, Ethernet RJ45 connection of the SEC module is available for connection to a certain network.
System benefits
- Simple and robust axle counting solution
- 2 wire connection from indoor to outdoor equipment
- Up to 20 km distance between sensor and BO23 evaluator