Modular C ontroller S eries Introduction – CSPID2, CSTC8, CSINI/CSINV

CSPID2 Dual PID Module

CSPID2 Features Dual PID controller –Two independent PID loops –Universal inputs Thermocouples, RTDs, 0-10 VDC or 0(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 circuits

CSPID2 Benefits Saves cabinet space 32 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 scalable 400 mSec scan –Channels may be disabled to improve performance (50 mSec/channel)

CSTC/INI/INV Benefits Saves cabinet space 128 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!