Watlow PM Series Offers

Offering easy installation with the DIN-rail and back panel mounting options, the power controller provides safe and reliable electric heat control.

Features

• Integrated PID and limit controller reduces wiring time and termination complexity compared with connecting discrete products
• Decreases required panel space
• Increases user and equipment safety for over/under temperature conditions
• Current monitoring detects heater current flow and provides alarm indication of a failed output device or heater load
• Drives output on open or shorted heater
• Serial communication capabilities provides a wide range of protocol choices including Modbus® RTU, EtherNet/IP™, Modbus® TCP, PROFIBUS DP, DeviceNet™ and J1939 CAN bus
• Supports network connectivity to a PC or PLC
• Enhanced control options
• Easily handles complex process problems such as cascade, ratio, differential, square-root, motorized valve control without slidewire feedback, wet-bulb/dry-bulb, compressor control and peltier loads
• EZ-LINK™ mobile application for iPhone® and Android™ expedites controller setup with intuitive navigation
• Simplifies setting parameters with plain text names and descriptions
• Connects quickly and easily via Bluetooth® wireless communications
• Countdown timer option provides batch process control and supports set point change during countdown
• 10-point linearization curve improves sensor accuracy
• Configuration communications with software saves time and improves reliability of controller setup
• Advanced PID control algorithm offers TRU-TUNE®+ adaptive control to provide tighter control for demanding applications
• Provides auto-tune for fast, efficient start-up
• Remote set point operation supports convenient set point manipulation from a remote device such as a master control or PLC
• Profile capability offers pre-programmed process control and allows ramp/soak programming with 40 total steps, battery backup and real time clock
• Retransmit output supports industry needs for recording
• Factory Mutual (FM) approved over/under limit with auxiliary outputs increases user and equipment safety for over/under temperature conditions
• Agency approvals: UL® listed, CSA, CE, RoHS, W.E.E.E., FM, SEMI F47-0200, Class 1, Div. 2 rating on selected models
• Touch-safe package increases safety for installer and operator
• Programmable menu system reduces setup time and increases operator efficiency

Applications

• Thermal loop
• Ramp and soak programming
• Medical and clinical applications
• Photovoltaic processing equipment