
68900 Multi-Parameter Controller
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Analog Outputs (via I/O Modules and Output Modules)
Any and all analog outputs are freely assignable to any channel.
4 to 20 mA Output:
Endpoints are adjustable and reversible:
Min. default: 4.0 mA; adjustable from 3.8 to 5.0 mA
Max. default: 20.00 mA; adjustable from 19.0 to 21.0 mA
Test mode: Produces an adjustable 4 to 20 mA signal for
functional verification of each output circuit
Isolation: Up to 48 V AC/DC
Error condition: 22.1 mA
(default state if output source not configured)
Update rate: 100 mS
Accuracy: ±32 µA over entire operating temperature range
Resolution: 6 µA
Power Supply Rejection: ±1 µA/V
Short circuit and reverse polarity protected
Passive 4 to 20 mA:
Voltage: ` 12 to 24 VDC +/- 10%
Max. Impedance: 250 ohms @ 12 VDC
500 ohms @ 18 VDC
750 ohms @ 24 VDC
Active 4 to 20 mA:
Max Impedance: 650 ohms
0 to 5/10 VDC Output:
Output range: 0 to 5 VDC or 0 to 10 VDC, software selectable
Endpoints are adjustable and reversible:
Min. default: 0 VDC; programmable from 0 to 0.5 VDC
Max. default: 5 VDC; programmable from
4.5 to 5.5 VDC, or 9.5 to 10.5 VDC
Output load: 10 kΩminimum
Test mode: Produces an adjustable signal for functional
verification of each output circuit
Isolation: Up to 48 V AC/DC
Error condition: 0 VDC (default state if output source not
configured)
Update rate: 100 mS
Accuracy: ±20 mV over entire operating temperature
range
Resolution: 5 mV
Power Supply Rejection: 0.5 mV/V
Relay Modules
Any and all relays are freely assignable to any channel.
Internal relay modes of operation:
Off, Low, High, Window, Pulse, PWM, USP
External relay modes of operation: Off, Low, High, Window, USP
Hysteresis: User adjustable
Time Delay: 0 to 6400 seconds
Solid State Relays (non-mechanical switches)
Normally open/closed operation:
Software selectable
Max. pulse rate: 600 pulses per minute
(volumetric pulse & PWM modes)
400 pulses per minute
(prop. pulse mode)
Max. voltage rating: 30 VDC or 42 VAC p-p
Current rating: 50 mA DC or 50 mA AC RMS
On-state impedance: 30 ohms or less
Off-state leakage: 400 nA or less, AC or DC
Isolation: Up to 48 V AC/DC
Transient protection: Embedded, up to 48 V over-voltage
Dry-contact Relays (mechanical contacts)
Type: SPDT
Form: C
Max. pulse rate: 600 pulses per minute
(volumetric pulse & PWM modes)
400 pulses per minute
(prop. pulse mode)
Max. voltage rating: 30 VDC or 250 VAC
Current rating: 5 A
RS232 Communication Module
Connector: Female DB-9
Utilization: Clone Mode, initially
(fully functional RS232 output is pending)
Environmental
Ambient operating temperature:
Back-lit LCD: -10 to 55°C (14 to 131°F)
Vacuum Fluorescent Display:
-10 to 50°C (14 to 122°F)
Storage Temp.: -15 to 80°C (5 to 176°F)
Relative Humidity: 0 to 95%, non-condensing
Maximum Altitude: 2,000m (6,560 ft.)
4,000m (13,123 ft.); use only DC
power supply and, if applicable,
solid state relays to maintain UL safety
standard up to this altitude
Standards and Approvals
UL 3101-1
CSA Standard C22.2
CE rating for heavy industry
Immunity: EN61326-1 and EN 61326-2
Emissions: EN55011, Class A and Class B
Low Voltage Directive: EN61010
Manufactured under ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
Shipping Weights
Base Unit 1.00 kg (2.25 lb.)
Power Module 0.12 kg (0.25 lb.)
I/O Module 0.12 kg (0.25 lb.)
Output Module 0.12 kg (0.25 lb.)
Relay Module 0.12 kg (0.25 lb.)
RS232 Communication Module 0.12 kg (0.25 lb.)