Description
The ComAp InteliGen NT BaseBox is the predecessor to the NTC version. Like all “BaseBox” models, it is a display-less unit designed for mounting on a DIN rail inside a control panel. It is the core “brain” of a gen-set system, usually paired with a remote display like the InteliVision 5.
While it is an older generation, it remains a common sight in existing industrial installations and mission-critical sites like hospitals and data centers due to its specialized support for Controller Redundancy and high-reliability paralleling.
Key Features of the InteliGen NT BaseBox
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BaseBox Architecture: No integrated screen; the controller is protected inside the cabinet while the user interacts via a remote display or PC.
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Proven Paralleling: Supports up to 32 gen-sets in parallel (Island or Mains) with built-in synchronizing and digital load sharing.
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Customizable Logic: Features a built-in PLC interpreter, allowing for complex site-specific automation.
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Marine & Critical Certifications: Often carries extensive marine certifications, making it suitable for offshore and shipboard power management.
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Controller Redundancy: Specifically designed to allow a second “hot-standby” controller to take over if the primary unit fails.
Comparison Table: InteliGen NT BaseBox vs. Modern Generations
The NT BaseBox is a legacy “Base” unit. The key difference between it and the “NTC” version is that the NTC added native USB and expanded on-board communication options.
| Feature | InteliGen NT BaseBox | InteliGen 4 200 | InteliGen 500 G2 | InteliGen 1000 |
| Form Factor | BaseBox (No Display) | Integrated Display | Integrated 5″ Color | BaseBox (No Display) |
| Max Gen-sets | 32 | 32 | 32 | 64 |
| Ethernet | Optional (Plug-in) | Optional (Plug-in) | Built-in | Dual Built-in |
| Cybersecurity | Basic (Password) | High (Encrypted) | High (Encrypted) | Highest Level |
| PLC Logic | Standard | Standard | Advanced | Massive/Complex |
| Redundancy | Controller Redundancy | Limited | Controller Redundancy | Hot Swap Redundancy |
| On-board USB | No (Requires Module) | Yes (Built-in) | Yes (Built-in) | Yes (Built-in) |
Notes:
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Display Required: This unit cannot be operated without an external display (e.g., InteliVision 5 or InteliVision 8) or a direct PC connection.
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Legacy Connectivity: Unlike the NTC or InteliGen 4 series, the NT BaseBox does not have a built-in USB port. To configure it, customers will likely need a CI-RS232 or USB-to-RS232 interface.
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