Tempco PCM10114 User Manual

Power control console with tec-9400 (pid + fuzzy logic process controllers) 120vac, 50/50hz, fused at 20a

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PCM10114 - Power Control Console (2 zones)

with TEC-9400 (PID + Fuzzy Logic Process Controllers)

120VAC, 50/50Hz, Fused at 20A

Manual PCM10114

Revision 05/24 • D13117

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Page 1 USER MANUAL PCM10114 - Power Control Console (2 zones) with TEC-9400 (PID + Fuzzy Logic Process Controllers) 120VAC, 50/50Hz, Fused at 20A Manual PCM10114 Revision 05/24 • D13117...
Page 3: Specifications
5. It is strongly recommended that a process should incorporate a Limit Control like a Tempco TEC-910 which will shut down the equipment at a preset process condition in order to avoid possible damage to products or systems. WIRING (For safety, disconnect all power sources prior to wiring) 1.
Page 4: Spare Replacement Parts
TEC-9400 temperature controllers. 3. Refer to the following pages for complete operation and page 4 for auto-tuning of the TEC-9400 temperature controllers. SPARE REPLACEMENT PARTS Tempco Part Description Number Fuse (1), rated 20 Amp/250V, ¼ x 1 ¼”, fast acting BUSS EHD-124-213 ABC-20-R.
Page 5 4. Press and hold for 8.6 seconds, then let go to select calibration mode. During power-up, the upper display will show PROG, and the lower display will show the Firmware version. © Copyright 2024. All Rights Reserved. Rev. 5/24 D13117.PCM10114...
Page 6: Menu Flowchart
1.1.1 User Menu The following user menu parameters are available depending on the current setup configuration of the controller. NOTE PG. 19 FOR ERROR CODES © Copyright 2024. All Rights Reserved. Rev. 5/24 D13117.PCM10114...
Page 7 In the setup menu, when the upper display says “SET”, Use the keys to get “bASE” in the lower display. Then use the key to cycle through the “bASE” menu parameters. * NOT USED IN THIS DESIGN © Copyright 2024. All Rights Reserved. Rev. 5/24 D13117.PCM10114...
Page 8 In the setup menu, when the upper display says “SET”, use the key to get “oUT” in the lower display. Then, use the key to cycle through the “oUT” menu parameters (Note Chart on pg.9). * NOT USED IN THIS DESIGN © Copyright 2024. All Rights Reserved. Rev. 5/24 D13117.PCM10114...
Page 9 ” key for an additional 3 seconds, else the display will revert to a “User Menu” parameter. Auto-tuning allows the controller to find its own optimal control parameters (PID) by measuring the speed of your thermal process. © Copyright 2024. All Rights Reserved. Rev. 5/24 D13117.PCM10114...
Page 10: Parameter Description
2: 2 second time constant FILT (See Pg, 14) 5: 5 second time constant 10: 10 second time constant 20: 20 second time constant 30: 30 second time constant 60: 60 second time constant © Copyright 2024. All Rights Reserved. Rev. 5/24 D13117.PCM10114...
Page 11 Low: 0.1 CYC1 Output 1 cycle time High: 90.0 sec. NoNE: No Ramp Function Basic RAMP Ramp function selection MINR: Use °/minute as Ramp Rate Menu HRR: Use °/hour as Ramp Rate © Copyright 2024. All Rights Reserved. Rev. 5/24 D13117.PCM10114...
Page 12 Input signal value during low point Low: -19999 CALO calibration High: CAHI-1 (See Pg. 14) Input signal value during high point Low: CALO+1 CAHI calibration 1000 High: 45536 (See Pg. 14) © Copyright 2024. All Rights Reserved. Rev. 5/24 D13117.PCM10114...
Page 13: User Security
UNIT: Select the desired process unit Options: °C, °F, PU (Process unit). If the unit is neither °C nor °F, then is set to PU. DP: Select the desired resolution (decimal points) for the process value. © Copyright 2024. All Rights Reserved. Rev. 5/24 D13117.PCM10114...
Page 14: Control Output
“manual tuning” section for the adjustment of PB and TD. Manual reset (OFST) is usually not practical because the load may change from time to time; meaning the OFST setting would need to be constantly adjusted. PID control can avoid this problem. © Copyright 2024. All Rights Reserved. Rev. 5/24 D13117.PCM10114...
Page 15 However, it will revert to show the set point value as soon as the up or down key is touched for adjustment. The ramp rate is initiated at power on and/or whenever the Set point is changed. Setting the “RR” setting to zero means no ramping function is used. © Copyright 2024. All Rights Reserved. Rev. 5/24 D13117.PCM10114...
Page 16: Digital Filter
After the user calibration is complete, the input type will be stored in the memory. If the input type is changed, a calibration error will occur and an error code is displayed. 2-3. Two Point User Calibration Digital Filter © Copyright 2024. All Rights Reserved. Rev. 5/24 D13117.PCM10114...
Page 17: Filter Characteristics
3. If output 1 is configured as ON-OFF control (PB=0), then output 1 will transfer to an off state if OFF is set for O1FT, or it will transfer to an on state if ON is set for O1FT. © Copyright 2024. All Rights Reserved. Rev. 5/24 D13117.PCM10114...
Page 18: Auto Tuning
2. Avoid changing the set point value during the Auto-Tuning process. 3. Ensure PB and TI are not set to zero. 4. Use manual tuning. 5. Touch RESET key to reset the message. © Copyright 2024. All Rights Reserved. Rev. 5/24 D13117.PCM10114...
Page 19: Manual Tuning
Integral Time ( TI ) Instability or Oscillations Increase TI Slow Response or Oscillations Decrease TD Derivative Time ( TD ) High Overshoot Increase TD 2-2. PID Parameter Adjustment Guide 2-5. Effects of PID Adjustment © Copyright 2024. All Rights Reserved. Rev. 5/24 D13117.PCM10114...
Page 20: Manual Control
3. Press and release the key to cycle through the manual mode menu to reach “FILE”. 4. Press and hold for 5 seconds or until the upper display FILE flash for a moment. © Copyright 2024. All Rights Reserved. Rev. 5/24 D13117.PCM10114...
Page 21: Error Code
Replace the input sensor. used, or input voltage below 0.25V if 1 - 5V is used A to D converter or related ADER Return to factory for repair. component(s) malfunction 2-3. Error Code © Copyright 2024. All Rights Reserved. Rev. 5/24 D13117.PCM10114...
Page 23: Technical Support
Phone: 630-350-2252 800-323-6859 Note: Information in this manual was deemed correct at the time of printing. The policy of Tempco is one of continuous development and product improvement, and we reserve the right to modify specifications and designs without prior notice.
Page 24 Process Heaters Instrumentation Temperature Control Temperature Sensors 607 N. Central Avenue Wood Dale, IL 60191-1452 USA P: 630-350-2252 Toll Free: 800-323-6859 F: 630-350-0232 E: info@tempco.com www.tempco.com © Copyright 2023. All Rights Reserved © Copyright 2024. All Rights Reserved. Rev. 5/24 D13117.PCM10114...