Modular Controller Series

Introduction –CSPID2, CSTC8, CSINI/CSINV

CSPID2

Dual PID Module

CSPID2 FeaturesDual PID controller

– Two independent PID loops– Universal inputs

• Thermocouples, RTDs, 0-10 VDC or0(4)-20 mA

• Jumper selectable

– Four discrete outputs• Independently assignable to either loop• Output models available

– Form A relays (3 Amp AC)– NFET (1 Amp DC sink)– Triac – 0.5 Amp AC

CSPID2 Features, cont’d.

Optional heater current monitors (100mA AC)– One input for each control loop– Detects failing heaters and failed output

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CSPID2 Benefits

Saves cabinet space32 zones, one comms drop (node)

– Higher data throughput

Costs less per zone than many 1/16 DIN controllers!!

Why not perform PID in the PLC? – Review

Some PLCs are limited in the number of loops that they can provide– Mitsubishi limited to 12 loops

Numerous loops slow the PLC down During commissioning and repair, the PLC

may be stopped/off– Many processes can’t easily be stopped once started

Some PLCs make PID cost prohibitive Some can’t provide accurate control

Target Markets Plastics

– Extrusion, injection, blow-molding, thermoforming…

Food– Curing, smoking, cooking…

Packaging– Shrink wrap labels, bag sealing…

Metals– Vacuum furnaces, heat-treating…

Focus Market

Extrusion– Majority of CSPID1 sales have been into the

extrusion market– Many DLCs also sold into extrusion– The CSPID2 will make RLC even more

successful in this important market

Why the Success?

Extrusion requirements– What do extruders need/have in common??

• Numerous loops of PID control– Panel cut-outs are a nuisance/cost

– Adjustment of setpoint on multiple controllers is time consuming

• Almost always have an HMI– Why have redundant displays for temperature?

• Contain a PLC– In many applications, the PLC isn’t aware of the loop

controllers, meaning the machine isn’t fully automated

Modular Controller Offers… Lower TCO – Total Cost of Ownership

– Faster configuration versus discrete controllers• Saves labor $$

– Easier information integration versus discrete controllers• Saves hardware $$ and labor $$

– More uptime with hot-swap• Makes more $$!

The Modular Controller is now able to compete with 1/16 DIN controller pricing!– But don’t be tempted to discount it to that level!

• What 1/16 DIN controller can be integrated so easily?• What 1/16 DIN controller has Ethernet, hot-swap, etc?!?

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MLC9000 Comparison

Their 4-loop module seems to be price competitive, except…– The 4-loop module has only 6 outputs

• Can perform heat/cool on only 3 loops!

• Their 16 zone system jumps…$182/loop to $263/loop!

• Their 32 zone system jumps…from $173/loop to $243/loop!

• Ours remains at $184 and $174 respectively

Modular Controller Is…

A highly differentiated product– No other product offers the customer so

many benefits• Make sure you sell it based on its value

– The benefits are easy to communicate• This will be an easier sell than most

CSTC8, CSINI, CSINV

Data Acquisition Modules

CSTC/INI/INV Features

High-density input modules– 8 input channels per module

• CSTC8 – Thermocouple input

• CSINI8 – 0/4-20 mA input

• CSINV8 – +/- 10 Volt input

Each input independently scalable400 mSec scan

– Channels may be disabled to improve performance (50 mSec/channel)

CSTC/INI/INV Benefits

Saves cabinet space128 inputs, one comms drop (node)

– Higher data throughput

Low cost/point for data acquisition applications

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Features/Benefits of Modular Controller Series Drag-n-drop data mapping System “knows” PLC protocols Dedicated reliability

The Modular Controller is THE easiest PID/Data Acquisition system in the industry!

Show Crimson to all of your customers – they WILL value the time saved!