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Watlow F4 1/4 DIN Temperature Process Controllers

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Watlow F4 1/4 DIN Temperature Process Controllers
The SERIES F4 1/4 DIN temperature process controller offers performance features to meet a wide range of industrial processing needs. The F4 process controller is ideal for semiconductor manufacturing equipment, plastic processing and packaging equipment and industrial process control applications.
 
This controller features a four line, high definition LCD interface display, in addition to an information key that enables easy setup and control operation, minimizing the chance for error. Its 16-bit microprocessor ensures accuracy and delivers performance advantages you can count on from a Watlow® controller.
 
Four digital inputs remotely modify controller operation or enable display of pre-defined operator messages. Advanced features include cascade, ratio, differential, duplex slide wire and retransmit options. Serial communication and dual alarm relays are included in the base unit. The SERIES F4 is packaged with a NEMA 4X front face to withstand harsh environments and a four-inch (101.6 mm) deep case with removable connectors for wiring convenience. It is manufactured by Watlow, ISO 9001 registered and protected by a three-year warranty.

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Product Features

Guided setup
  • Removes “guess work” from the setup process
  • Saves time by reducing programming errors
High definition four-line LCD display
  • Simplifies setup process and operations
  • Quickly and easily identifies process, alarm and set point values
Information “I” Key
  • Displays essential elements from the user manual on board
Customized menuing
  • Quickly displays up to 16 parameters
  • Allows users to create custom messaging and easily identify key events or alarms
High performance 16-bit microprocessor
  • Provides precise process control with 20Hz update rate on input 1. (10Hz on inputs 2 and 3)
  • Calibration accuracy of ±0.1 percent of span
Universal input
  • Embedded software provides application versatility
  • Eliminates the need for dip switches
Modbus® communications ready
  • Equipped to handle RS232 or EIA485 communications

Product Specifications

Universal Analog Inputs 1 (2 and 3 optional):
Update rates, IN1 = 20Hz, IN2 and IN3 = 10Hz
Thermocouple:
Type J, K, T, N, C (W5), E, Pt 2, D (W3), B, R, S
RTD:
  • 2- or 3-wire platinum, 100, 500, or 1KΩ
  • JIS or DIN curves, 1.0 or 0.1 indication
Process:
  • Input resolution ≈ 50,000 bits at full scale
  • Range selectable: 0-10VDC, 0-5VDC, 1-5VDC, 0-50mV, 0-20mA, 4-20mA
  • Voltage input impedance 20KΩ
  • Current input impedance 100Ω
Digital Inputs (4):
  • Update rate = 10Hz
  • Contact or dc voltage; 36VDC max
  • 10KΩ input impedance
Control Outputs (1A, 1B):
Update rate = 20Hz
Open Collector/Switched dc:
  • Internal load switching (nominal): Switched dc, 22 to 28VDC, limited @ 30mA
  • External load switching max.: Open collector 42VDC @ 0.5A
Solid-state Relay:
Zero switched, optically coupled, 0.5A @ 24VAC min., 253VAC max.
Electromechanical Relay:
  • Form C, 2A @ 250VAC or 30VDC max.
  • Resistive or inductive load
  • Without contact suppression
Process Outputs (Optional Retransmit):
  • Update rate = 1Hz
  • User-selectable 0-10VDC, 0-5VDC, 1-5VDC @ 1KΩ min., 0-20mA, 4-20mA @ 800Ω max.
  • Resolution: dc ranges = 2.5mV nominal mA ranges = 5μA nominal
  • Calibration accuracy: dc ranges = ±15mV mA ranges = ±30μA
  • Temperature stability 100ppm/°C
Alarm Outputs:
  • Output update rate 1Hz
  • Electromechanical relay, Form C, 2A @ 30VDC or 240VAC max.
Communications:
EIA-232 and EIA-485 serial communications with Modbus® RTU protocol
Safety and Agency Approvals:
  • UL®/C-UL® 916 listed, File # E185611Process Control Equipment
  • NEMA 4X and IP65
  • CE to EN 61010-1 and 61326
Terminals:
Touch-safe, removable terminal blocks, accepts 12 to 22-gauge wire
Power:
  • 100-240VAC, -15%, +10%; 50/60Hz, ±5%
  • 39VA max. power consumption
  • Data retention upon power failure via nonvolatile memory. Sensor input isolation from input to input to output to communication circuitry is 500VAC
Operating Environment:
  • 32 to 149°F (0 to 65°C)
  • 0 to 90% RH, non-condensing
  • Storage temperature: -40 to 158°F (-40 to 70°C)
Accuracy:
  • Calibration accuracy and sensor conformity: ±0.1% of span ±1°C @ 77°F ±5°F (25°C ±3°C) ambient, and rated line voltage ±10% with the following exceptions:
  • Type T: 0.12% of span for -328 to -58°F (-200 to -50°C)
  • Types R and S: 0.15% of span for 32 to 212°F (0 to 100°C)
  • Type B: 0.24% of span for 1598 to 3092°F (870°C to 1700°C)
  • Accuracy span: less than or equal to operating ranges, 1000°F (540°C) min.
  • Temperature stability: ±0.1°F/°F (±0.1°C/°C) rise in ambient for thermocouples
  • ±0.05°F/°F (±0.05°C/°C) rise in ambient for RTD sensors
Displays:
  • Process: 5 digit, 7 segment LED, red
  • Control interface display: 4-row, 20-character high definition LCD green
Sensor Operating Ranges:
  • Type J: 32 to 1500°F or 0 to 815°C
  • Type K: -328 to 2500°F or -200 to 1370°C
  • Type T: -328 to 750°F or -200 to 400°C
  • Type N: 32 to 2372°F or 0 to 1300°C
  • Type E: -328 to 1470°F or -200 to 800°C
  • Type C: 32 to 4200°F or 0 to 2315°C
  • Type D: 32 to 4352°F or 0 to 2400°C
  • Type Pt 2: 32 to 2543°F or 0 to 1395°C
  • Type R: 32 to 3200°F or 0 to 1760°C
  • Type S: 32 to 3200°F or 0 to 1760°C
  • Type B: 32 to 3300°F or 0 to 1816°C
  • RTD (DIN): -328 to 1472°F or -200 to 800°C
  • RTD (JIS): -328 to 1166°F or -200 to 800°C
  • Process: -19,999 to 30,000 units
Sensor Accuracy Ranges, Input ranges:
  • Type J: 32 to 1382°F or 0 to 750°C
  • Type K: -328 to 2282°F or -200 to 1250°C
  • Type T: -328 to 662°F or -200 to 350°C
  • Type N: 32 to 2282°F or 0 to 1250°C
  • Type E: -328 to 1470°F or -200 to 800°C
  • Type C(W5): 32 to 4200°F or 0 to 2315°C
  • Type D(W3): 32 to 4352°F or 0 to 2400°C
  • Type Pt 2: 32 to 2540°F or 0 to 1393°C
  • Type R: 32 to 2642°F or 0 to 1450°C
  • Type S: 32 to 2642°F or 0 to 1450°C
  • Type B: 1598 to 3092°F or 870 to 1700°C
  • RTD (DIN): -328 to 1472°F or -200 to 800°C
  • RTD (JIS): -328 to 1166°F or -200 to 630°C
  • Process: -19,999 to 30,000 units