Mpc Vector Operation; Mpc Vector Standard Features; Description - Idex Pulsafeeder MPC Vector Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual

1. MPC Vector Operation

The MPC VECTOR is a microprocessor based motor speed control device, for use with positive displacement pumps. It
has been designed for simplicity, yet still has many advanced features that allow the MPC VECTOR to operate in a wide
variety of positive displacement pump environments and applications.
Pumps utilizing stroke length control must keep the stroke length constant. For maximum flow rate
adjustment 100% stroke length is recommended.
This product is not just a variable speed drive. It is a state of the art multifunctional controller, which provides
functionally that no one stand-alone variable speed drive does. What makes this product unique is that it combines
functionality of several devices in one:
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Vector type variable speed drive.
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Input output processor (4-20 mA in and out, digital input/output), including PID loop for closed loop flow control.
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A user configurable pump calibration engine allowing process flow units as the main controllable parameter.
 A remotely located hand-held local pump control user interface.
 Power monitor for detection of run-dry conditions
This instruction manual covers the MPC VECTOR controller only. For information and safety precautions specific
to the pump or any other accessories, please refer to the appropriate IOM.

1.1 MPC VECTOR Standard Features

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Local (Manual) and Remote operational modes
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User keypad and display for ease of operation (Remote location up to 1000 feet from pump)
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Display pump operation in GPH, LPH, GPM, LPM, or RPM
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One 4-20 mA analog input signal for flow or speed control
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One 4-20 mA analog input for flow feedback control (with an external, user supplied flow meter)
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Sensorless vector motor speed control
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Two configurable digital dry contact inputs
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Three configurable open collector/drain digital outputs (transistor type, 40 VDC maximum)
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Analog 4-20 mA output for flow or speed
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Available in NEMA 4X (IP56) ratings or an OPEN CHASSIS panel mount
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208-230 Volts, 50/60 Hz, single or three phase AC input power for 1-3 HP motors
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208-230 Volts, 50/60 Hz, three phase (only) AC input power for 5 HP motors
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380,415,440,460,480 Volts, 50/60Hz, 3 phase for 1-5HP motors
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Security code lockout of configuration menus
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Standard configurable pump protection utilizing proprietary PulsaGuard technology

1.2 Description

The MPC VECTOR is designed for a wide variety of control applications. If delivered with a pump and motor, the
device is factory configured. Field configuration may be required in certain installations. Local setup and control is
achieved through the keypad and a backlit two-line liquid crystal display. Basic operation is simple with dedicated
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