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THE 1/16 DIN CONTROLLERS TEMPERATURE/PROCESS MODELS T48 & P48 INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION The T48 Controller accepts signals from a variety of temperature sensors A Remote Setpoint input (0/4 to 20 mA) allows for cascade control loops, (thermocouple or RTD elements), while the P48 Controller accepts either a 0 where tighter control quality is required; and allows for remotely driven to 10 VDC or 0/4 to 20 mA DC input signal.
INSTALLATION DESCRIPTION The controller meets NEMA 4X/IP65 requirements for indoor use to provide a watertight seal in steel panels with a minimum thickness of 0.09 inch, or aluminum panels with a minimum thickness of 0.12 inch. The units are intended to be mounted into an enclosed panel.
MULTIPLE UNIT STACKING The controller is designed for close spacing of multiple units. Units can be stacked either horizontally or vertically. For vertical stacking, install the panel latch with the screws to the sides of the unit. For horizontal stacking, the panel latch screws should be at the top and bottom of the unit.
EMC INSTALLATION GUIDELINES Schaffner # FN2010-1/07 (Red Lion Controls #LFIL0000) Although Red Lion Controls products are designed with a high degree of 6. To protect relay contacts that control inductive loads and to minimize immunity to Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), proper installation and radiated and conducted noise (EMI), some type of contact protection wiring methods must be followed to ensure compatibility in each application.
By converting the temperature signal, the P48 can be used in recommendations for mounting, temperature range, shielding, etc. For place of a T48. multi-probe temperature averaging applications, two or more thermocouple probes may be connected to the controller (always use the same type).
Signal (P48) CONTROL AND ALARM OUTPUTS When connecting signal For T48 heating, cooling, and alarms, there are up to two types of ON/OFF leads, be certain that the outputs. These outputs can be relay, or logic for control or alarm purposes.
Logic/SSR Connections (T48 only) HEATER CURRENT MONITOR WIRING (T48 ONLY) Logic/SSR Drive Output: Models with the Heater Current Monitor option have two input terminals to Rating: 45 mA @ 4 V min., 7 V nominal (current limited) receive the output directly from a 100 mA current transformer.
REAR TERMINAL ASSIGNMENTS T48 Models Without RS-485 and Analog Output 2nd Input AC/DC Power A2 or 02 Dedicated A1 Dedicated O1 User Input Option * AC Model # DC Model # Short AC/(+) AC/(-) 9 10 T4810000 T4810010 9 10...
REAR TERMINAL ASSIGNMENTS T48 Models With RS-485 or Linear DC Analog Output AC/DC Analog Dedicated Dedicated User RS485 2nd Input Analog A2 or O2 O1 or A1 Power Main Out Input Output Option * 2nd Out AC Model # DC Model #...
REAR TERMINAL ASSIGNMENTS ALL P48 Models 0 - 10V 0 - 20 mA AC/DC Analog Dedicated Dedicated User RS485 2nd Input Analog A2 or O2 O1 or A1 Input Input Power Main Out Input Output Option * 2nd Out AC Model # DC Model # (+) (-) AC/(+) AC/(-) (+) (-)
SERIAL CONNECTIONS TO A HOST TERMINAL Each controller is programmed for a different address and all are Six controllers are used to monitor and control parts packaging machines programmed for the same baud rate and parity as the computer (ex. 9600 in a plant.
LINEAR DC ANALOG OUTPUT JUMPER SELECTION (Main & Second) The Linear Analog DC Output ranges are selectable for either voltage (0-10 V) or current (0/4-20 mA). The main set of jumpers must correspond with the configuration in Linear Output Range (ANAS) in the Output Parameter Module (2-OP).
FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTION The front panel bezel material is flame and scratch resistant, tinted plastic that meets NEMA 4X/IP65 requirements, when properly installed. Continuous exposure to direct sunlight may accelerate the aging process of the bezel. The bezel should be cleaned only with a soft cloth and neutral soap product.
RS485 communications. An RS485 to RS232 of Parameters tables. In many cases, these settings must be changed to the converter is available from Red Lion Controls for RS232 interfaces. For particulars of the application before proper operation can be started.
VALID CONTROL MODE COMBINATIONS ON/OFF, PID, and Manual Control can be used for O1 (heat) and O2 (cool) outputs according to the combinations below. O1 & O2 VALID CONTROL MODES MANUAL CONTROL O1 MODE O2 MODE OUTPUT POWER O1 STATE O2 STATE RANGE —...
—- Local Setpoint -999 to 9999 Range limited by User Input not configuration modules. SP1 or SP2 (0) for T48 SPLO & SPHI in 1-In. programmed for (0.0) for P48 PLOC % Output -99.9% to 100.0% Not limited by...
Band selected input using ON/OFF, set control through, or the D button is pressed, the controller displays “End” and returns range (4.0) T48 hysteresis appropriately. to the normal display mode. The unit automatically returns to the Normal (100.0) P48 Display Mode if no action is taken.
(bottom) display. Each of these parameters can be range independently locked out from appearing or from being modified through the (4.0) T48 Lockout Parameter 3-LC. (100.0) P48 To modify values, use the Up or Down arrows while the parameter is...
SP2 - Setpoint 2 Mode after being executed. Unless specified, the parameters, ranges, units and factory settings are the rSP - Remote Setpoint same for T48 and P48 controllers. Parameters that are model number or trnF Transfer Auto - Automatic control...
REFERENCE TABLES: CONFIGURATION PARAMETER MODULES Configure Module 1 - Input Parameters (1-IN) T48 These tables are only used for programming the T48 models. Use the tables on page 22 if you are programming a P48. Range and Units Description/ Range and Units...
Configure Module 1 - Input Parameters (1-IN) P48 These tables are only used for programming the P48 models. Use the tables on page 21 if you are programming a T48. Range and Units Description/ Range and Units Description/ Display Parameter...
Output Low Scaling (0.0) ANAS assignment. (Not used in the event of input Value * -100% to 100% Manual Control) sensor failure. T48 only. O1 & O2 ANHI Main Linear DC -999 to 9999 Value depends on Output High (100.0) ANAS assignment.
Hcur - heater current heat is main control AL-2 Alarm 2 value * -999 to 9999 If band alarm action, alarm * output. (0) T48 then only a positive Heat - control output * (0.0) P48 value can be (A-HI)(HEAt) * entered. rSt1...
Configure Module 5 - Cooling Parameters (5-O2) Controller returns to configuration access point (CnFP NO) if Alarm 2 is not configured as cooling output in Alarm Module (4-AL). Cooling output for the P48 is referred to as the second control output. Range and Units Description/ Display...
Configure Module 6 - Serial Communications (6-SC) Controller returns to configuration access point (CnFP NO) if RS485 serial option is not installed. Range and Units Description/ Range and Units Description/ Display Parameter Display Parameter (Factory Setting) Comments (Factory Setting) Comments bAUd Baud rate 300 to 9600...
0 to 20 mA Output jumper to dSP1 Remote setpoint -999 to 9999 Remote setpoint 4 to 20 mA match. display scaling point (0) T48 display low value. (4-20) (0.0) P48 A2LO Second linear DC -999 to 9999 Corresponding temp INP1 Remote setpoint 0.00 to 20.00 mA...
CONFIGURATION PARAMETER EXPLANATIONS Input Parameter Module (1- IN) T48 Models step response time is minimal. If the signal is varying too greatly due to The controller has several input set-up parameters that must be measurement noise, increase the filter value. Additionally, with large programmed prior to setting any other controller parameters.
Setpoint Ramp Rate (SPrP) Note: Depending on the thermal characteristics of the process, the process The setpoint can be programmed to ramp independent of the controller’s temperature may not track the programmed setpoint rate. display resolution. The setpoint ramp feature can reduce thermal shock to the process, reduce temperature overshoot on start-up or setpoint changes, or User Input (InPt) ramp the process at a controlled rate.
Digital Input Filtering and Display Update Rate (FLtr) Input Parameter Module (1- In) P48 models Select the relative degree of input signal filtering and display update rate. The controller has several input set-up parameters that must be The f ilter is an adaptive d igital f ilter that d iscriminates between programmed prior to setting any other controller parameters.
Before programming the indicator, it is advised to organize all the data for Setpoint Limit Values (SPLO & SPHI) the programming steps to avoid possible confusion. The controller has programmable high and low setpoint limit values to To scale the indicator, two signal values and two display values that restrict the setting range of the setpoint.
Once the ramping setpoint reaches the target setpoint, the setpoint ramp ALrS - Alarm Reset. On models with alarms, a low level resets any active rate disengages until the setpoint is changed again. If the ramp value is alarm(s) to their inactive state as long as the user input is low. changed during ramping, the new ramp rate takes effect.
Time Proportioning Cycle Time (CYCt) Sensor Fail Power Level (OPFL) T48 only The selection of cycle time depends on the time constant of the process and If a failed sensor is detected, the control output(s) default to a preset power the type of output used.
ON/OFF Control Hysteresis (CHYS) Main Linear DC Output Range (ANtP) (Optional) The controller can be placed in the ON/OFF control mode by setting the Select the type of output range: proportional band to 0.0%. The control hysteresis value affects only the 0-10 = 0 to 10 V control outputs.
% Output Power the status of program disable. – Setpoint Deviation ALrS – Reset (override) the alarm output(s). UdSP – Temperature Units (T48) SPSL – SP1/SP2/Remote setpoint selection. bdSP – Blank Display (P48) trnF – Select Automatic or Manual operation.
Alarm Parameter Module (4-AL) (Optional) Heater Break Alarm T48 models equipped with the Heater Current Monitor provide an alarm The controller may be equipped with one or two optional alarms. On some output in the event of a heater or a heater control circuit failure. The alarm is models alarm output #1 is the same output as main control O1.
Alarm Action Figures The alarm action figures describe the status of the alarm output and the front panel indicator for various over/under temperature conditions. The alarm output wave form is shown with the output in the automatic reset mode. Note: Select the alarm action with care. In some configurations, the front panel indicator (LED) might be “OFF”...
Alarm Reset (rSt1, rSt2) Each alarm reset action may be independently configured. LAtC - Latched Auto - Automatic Latched alarms require operator action to reset the alarm condition. The front panel buttons can be used to reset an alarm when the controller is in the Hidden Function Mode (See page 20).
Cooling Parameters Module (5-02) (Optional) When the Cooling Relative Gain is set to zero for ON/OFF Control mode, The cooling output (O2) is software selectable with dual alarm models (For this parameter should only be set to a positive value or zero. The Heat/Cool the P48, this is referred to as the Second Control Output).
sharply with an overall saw-tooth pattern, decrease the cooling gain. Alter the Controller Address Number (Addr) heat-cool overlap until a smooth response in the controlled temperature is Multiple controllers connected on the same RS485 interface line must each observed during band transition. have a different address number.
Remote Setpoint Parameters Module (7-n2 or 7-rS) (Optional) Normally the filter band value is set slightly larger than the noise level of the remote input. The time constant of the filter is set consistent with the Configuration of the Remote Setpoint involves scaling the input to the amount of filtering desired.
Heater Current Monitor Module (7-N2 or 7-HC) (Optional) Second Linear DC Analog Output Module (8-A2) (Optional) Enter the full scale rating of the current transformers used with the T48 The Second Linear DC Analog Output provides retransmission of the controllers. This scales the Heater Current Monitor of the controller to conditioned and scaled input signal independent of the Main Linear DC Output.
MANUAL CONTROL The controller can be transferred between Automatic Control (closed loop; On/Off or PID control) and Manual Control (open loop; where the control does not work from the setpoint or process feedback.) Manual operation provides percentage of control of the main output (per the direct or reverse action configured in Output Parameter 2-OP OPAC) from 0 to +100% power.
ON/OFF CONTROL Single Output Th e contro ller operates in ON/OFF Contro l when Proportional Band is set to 0.0%. In this control, the p rocess will constantly oscillate about the setpoint value. Th e amount of ON/OFF Control Hysteresis (CHYS) in Output Parameter Module (2-OP), together with the process characteristics determines...
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Dual Output For heat and cool systems, the heat (O1) and cool (O2) outputs can be used together in the ON/OFF control. For this operation, set the Cooling Relative Gain (GAN2) in Cooling Parameter Module (5-02) to 0.0. This places O2 into ON/OFF Control.
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Figure 26, O1/O2 ON/OFF Control Figure 27, O1/O2 ON/OFF Control Software Revision V4.0 or Later Software Revisions V3.x or Earlier -50-...
AUTO-TUNE FOR PID CONTROL Auto-Tune is a user initiated function in which the controller automatically Auto-Tune Code. A code setting of zero gives the fastest response with determines the PID settings based upon the process characteristics. During possible overshoot, and a code of two gives the slowest response with Auto-Tune, the controller temporarily causes the system to oscillate by minimum overshoot.
point was selected to reduce the chance of overshoot at setpoint when Auto-Tune Of Heat/Cool Systems Auto-Tuning at start-up. If Auto-Tuning from setpoint and overshoot is During Auto-Tune of heat/cool systems, the controller switches the unacceptable, temporarily lower the setpoint by an amount of the oscillation cooling output (O2) on and off in addition to the heat output (O1).
The units of integral time are seconds per repeat. For T48, the ranges are fixed for the thermocouple and RTD types. Integral action (also known as “automatic reset”) changes the output power For P48, the range is set by the difference between “dSP2 and dSP1”.
Derivative Time Output Power Offset (Manual Reset) Derivative time is defined as the time, in seconds, in which the output due If the integral time is set to zero (automatic reset is off), it may be necessary to proportional action alone equals the output due to derivative action with a to modify the output power to eliminate errors in the steady state.
1. Set the Proportional Band (ProP) from the Unprotected Parameter Mode to 10.0% for T48 models and 100.0% for P48 models. 2. Set the Integral Time (Intt) and Derivative Time (dErt) to 0 seconds. 3. Set Output Power Dampening Time (OPdP) in Output Parameter Module (2-OP) to 0 seconds.
REMOTE SETPOINT OPTION CASCADE CONTROL A remote 0/4 to 20 mA analog input signal can be used to change the External cascade control involves the use of two controllers, one of which setpoint value. This input can be scaled over a process range independent of has a Remote Setpoint Input.
Configuration Software Controller Node Target a specific controller with the next The Serial communications option is necessary to work with Red Lion Address Specifier Command. Must be followed by a one or two Control’s Windows based SFCRM software. This software allows for easy digit (0-99) controller node address number.
Command String: RG* P48: Blank Explanation: Address = not used for address 0, Command =R, Register ID Power Offset T, V (auto -99.9 to 999.9 T48: F or C = G, Terminator = * mode only) P48: Blank Example: Write to Auto-Tune control register (start Auto-Tune) on...
Read Register Command Code: T Four of these field bytes are used in this format: The Read Register command is used to read data from a register. This P<Byte1><Byte2><Byte3><Byte4> command must be followed by a Register ID character. In full response mode, Each byte represents a code that selects a register(s) for transmission.
Block Read Command Byte Table Locate the desired register combination for each Byte. X=register to be printed. Use ASCII 0 for blank trailing byte locations. For those programming in HEX: P = <50>, 0 = <30>, * = <2A>, $ = <24> Byte1 Byte3 Offset...
Unique Register Explanations Heater Current Response: HC (T48 only) The Heater Current register identifies whether the output is on or off at the Setpoint Ramp Using Automatic Setpoint Ramping Register: K time it is read. This is indicated by the three letter mnemonic HCN or HCF The controller’s Setpoint Ramp parameter provides a controlled ramp when...
Stop Bit The last character transmitted is the stop bit. The stop bit provides a single bit period pause to allow the receiver to prepare to re-synchronize to the start of new transmission (start bit of next byte). After the stop bit, the receiver continuously looks for the occurrence of the next start bit.
= (10 X # of characters) / baud rate Full Field Controller Transmission Byte Format The first two characters transmitted are the node address, unless the node At the start of time interval t , the controller starts the interpretation of the address assigned = 0, in which case spaces are substituted.
Abbreviated Controller Transmission Byte Format Troubleshooting Serial Communications The abbreviated response suppresses the node address and register ID If problems are encountered when interfacing the controller(s) and host characters, leaving only the numeric part of the response. The numeric field is device or printer, the following check list can be used to help find a solution.
Unprotected Parameters T48 OEM Paint Sprayer Application PrOP On/Off control An OEM manufacturing spray painting equipment utilizes the T48 to AL-1 GO light on within setpoint ±12 maintain optimum paint temperature. In addition to the low cost, the 1/16 DIN AL-2 NO GO light on outside setpoint ±12...
Several T48 controllers are employed to control the temperature of a plastics manual operation when connected to common. This allows the user to hold extruder. Each T48 controls a heating element and a cooling water solenoid to the control output of the controller during abnormal process conditions.
Process Requirements P48 Water Processing Application Unprotected Parameters A city water company needs to maintain a steady flow of water for their ProP Calculated by Auto-Tune customer needs. They have an existing 0 to 10 VDC flow transmitter to Intt Calculated by Auto-Tune measure the water flow.
LSD). 4. Calibrate the controller if the readings are out of tolerance. Remote Setpoint Input Check (T48 and P48) Thermocouple Cold Junction Temperature Check (T48) 1. Connect a DC current source with an accuracy of 0.03% or better. Apply a 0 1.
Not required if only using RTD junction temperature input. This procedure can only calibration be performed AFTER an Calibration For T48 accurate mV calibration. When re-calibration is required (generally every two years), this procedure RTD Resistance yes/no Not required if only using TC Calibration input.
T, E, J, K, and N only). Select the probe type used in Configure Module 1. is correct, or if the parameter is not being calibrated. 3. Connect a reference temperature probe to the measuring end of the T48 thermocouple probe. The two probes should be shielded from air...
Calibration For P48 Main or Second Linear DC Analog Output Calibration 1. Set the Linear DC Output jumper for the range to be calibrated. (See Linear When re-calibration is required (generally every two years), this procedure DC Analog Output Jumper Selection, page 12). should be performed by qualified technicians using appropriate equipment.
REPLACEABLE OUTPUT BOARD DESCRIPTION Output Board The controller is supplied with an output board (relay, logic/SSR or triac) installed. The output board is configured for the type of Main Control and Alarm Output based upon the model number ordered. The output board is field replaceable in many models.
Measurement exceeds - input range. 3. CONTROLS: Four front panel push buttons for modification and setup of “OPEN” Open sensor is detected. (T48 only) controller functions and one external user input for parameter lockout or “SHrt” Shorted sensor is detected (RTD only) other functions.
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RANGE Protection: Input overload 120 VAC max. for 15 sec. max. -200 to +600°C 6. T48 INDICATION ACCURACY: ±(0.3% of Span +1°C) Includes NIST -328 to +1100°F conformity, cold junction effect and A/D conversion errors at 23°C after -200 to +600°C 20 min.
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10% overrange derivative time values. and a small underrange (negative) signal. Probe Break Action (T48 only): Programmable 16. REMOTE SETPOINT INPUT: (optional) 13. ALARM: 1 or 2 alarms (model dependent)(optional) Input type: 0/4 to 20 mA Modes: Input Resistance: 10 ohms.
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17. HEATER CURRENT MONITOR INPUT (T48 only): (optional) 20. CERTIFICATIONS AND COMPLIANCES: Type: Single phase, full wave monitoring of load currents controlled by CE Approved main output (01) EN 61326-1 Immunity to Industrial Locations Input: 100 mA AC output from current transformer (RLC #CT004001) or Emission CISPR 11 Class A any CT with 100 mA AC output.
T48 TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER ORDERING INFORMATION Options and Output Boards are factory configured per the part number specified. Part numbers without replacement output boards listed must be returned to the factory for output board replacement. MODELS WITHOUT RS485 AND LINEAR DC ANALOG OUTPUT...
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** - This output is jumper and program selectable for either a current or voltage Linear DC output. @ - These part numbers are equipped with a second setpoint. - Replacement Output Board RBD48100 may be used. - Replacement Output Board RBD48111 may be used. T48 ACCESSORIES MODEL DESCRIPTION PART NUMBERS...
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P48 PROCESS CONTROLLER ORDERING INFORMATION Options and Output Boards are factory configured per the part number specified. Part numbers without replacement output boards listed must be returned to the factory for output board replacement. All part numbers are software version V4.0 or greater. Models with Remote Setpoint Input, RS485, Main Analog Output or Second Analog Output include a second setpoint.
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LIMITED WARRANTY (a) Red Lion Controls Inc., Sixnet Inc., N-Tron Corporation, or Blue Tree Wireless Data, Inc. (the “Company”) warrants that all Products shall be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for the period of time provided in “Statement of Warranty Periods”...
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