YORK, PA—December 15, 2008—Red Lion Controls, Inc. introduces the IAMS series of universal signal conditioners. These DIN rail mounted signal conditioners provide complete isolation and conversion capability to satisfy almost any application. The universal input can accept RTD, TC, Ohm, potentiometer, mA, VDC and process input signals, allowing the units to be connected to most common sensors. They also feature a detachable LCD display/programming module, providing simple push-button programming without the need for difficult-to-use DIP switches or PC tethering.
The signal conditioners feature well over 100 possible input-to-output combinations and are available in three models. The setpoint model allows dual setpoint control capability through dual Form A relays. The analog model provides a retransmitted analog signal. A third model provides both an analog output and relay control capability.
The detachable LCD module can store programming from one unit and load it to a second unit, reducing set-up time for multiple installations. When the programming module is not being used for programming, it can remain attached to a module and indicate the input parameters, just like a panel meter.
"Companies today are trying to reduce the amount of stagnate inventory they have to keep on hand, for just-in-case scenarios," said Jeff Thornton, Product Manager at Red Lion. "The IAMS universal signal conditioner makes this a reality by providing the flexibility and capability to replace up to five or six signal-specific modules with a single model." Thornton adds, "The push-button detachable display allows the signal conditioner to be simply set up and can be used to program multiple units in the same way, greatly reducing configuration time."
The IAMS series universal signal conditioners provide removable terminal strips for simple set up in a wide range of applications. Plus, the flexible signal conditioners feature a universal power supply that accepts 21.6 to 253 VAC or 19.2 to 300 VDC. The detachable programming display additionally offers guided configuration in 7 on-board languages.
Applications: Red Lion’s IAMS series universal signal conditioners accept a variety of input signals, including:
RTDTCOhmPotentiometermAVDCProcessIn addition, several features of the IAMS series universal signal conditioners make them particularly easy to set up and use:
Provides complete isolation and conversion capability to satisfy a broad range of applicationsAccepts universal input for greater application flexibilityFeatures a detachable, easy-to-use LCD display/programming moduleAllows over 100 possible input-to-output combinationsIncludes three models: setpoint, analog, analog output and relay controlRed Lion Controls, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of industrial control solutions worldwide. Products include digital/analog control and monitoring, panel meters, PID control, human-machine interface panels, and signal conditioning. For more information, or to find the Red Lion distributor nearest you, go to
www.redlion.net or contact: Red Lion Controls, Inc., 20 Willow Springs Circle, York, PA 17406; (717)767-6511. • DISPLAY: See Display/ Programming Module • POWER: • AC Power: 21.6 to 253 VAC, 50/60 Hz • DC Power: 19.2 to 300 VDC, • CONSUMPTION: <2.5 W • FUSE: 400 mASB/250 VAC • ISOLATION: Between input, supply and outputs - 2.3 kVAC/250 VAC • INPUTS: • Current Input: • Programmable Ranges: 0 to 20 and 4 to 20 mADC • Measurement range: -1 to 25 mA • Input resistance: Nom. 20 ? + PTC 50 ? • Sensor error detection: 4 to 20 loop break, yes • Supply Voltage: 16-25 VDC, 20 mAmax (Terminal 43 and 44) • Voltage Input: • Programmable Ranges: 0 to 1, 0.2 to 1, 0 to 5, 1 to 5, 1 to 10, and 2 to 10 • VDC • Measurement range: -20 mVto 12 VDC • Input resistance: Nom. 10 M? • Thermocouple Inputs: • Thermocouple Type: B, E, J, K, L, N, R, S, T, U, W3, W5, and LR • Cold Junction Compensation: via internally mounted sensor < ±1.0 ºC • Sensor Error Detection: All TC types, yes • Sensor Error Current: When detecting 2 µA, otherwise 0 µA • . CALIBRATION TEMPERATURE: 20 to 28 ºC • RELAYOUTPUTS: Dual Form A. Contacts rated at 2 AAC or 1 ADC • Hysteresis: 0.1 to 25 % (1 to 2999 display counts) • On and off delay: 0 to 3600 sec • Sensor Error Detection: Break / Make / Hold • Max. Voltage: 250 Vrms • Max. Current: 2 AAC or 1 ADC • Max. Power: 500 VA • ANALOGOUTPUT: • Current Output: • Signal Range (Span): 0 to 20 mA • Programmable Measurement Range: 0 to 20, 4 to 20, 20 to 0, and 20 to 4 • mA • Load Resistance: 800 ? max. • Output Compliance: 16 VDC max. • Load Stability: = 0.01 % of span, 100 ? load • Sensor Error Detection: 0 / 3.5 mA/ 23 mA/ none • Output Limitation: For 4 to 20 and 20 to 4 mAsignals - 3.8 to 20.5 mA • For 0 to 20 and 20 to 0 mAsignals - 0 to 20.5 mA • Current Limit: = 28 mA • Voltage Output: • Signal Range: 0 to 10 VDC • Programmable Signal Ranges: 0 to 1, 0.2 to 1, 0 to 10, 0 to 5, 1 to 5, 2 to • 10, 1 to 0, 1 to 0.2, 5 to 0, 5 to 1, 10 to 0, and 10 to 2 V • Load: 500 K ? min • ENVIRONMENTALCONDITIONS: • Operating Temperature: -20 to +60 ºC • Operating and Storage Humidity: 95% relative humidity (non-condensing) • CERTIFICATIONS AND COMPLIANCES: • ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY: • EMC 2004/108/EC Emission and Immunity EN 61326 • EMCImmunity Influence<± 0.5% of span • Extended EMCImmunity: NAMURNE21, • Acriterion, burst<± 1% of span • SAFETY • LVD 2006/95/EC EN 61010-1 • Factory Mutual Approved, Report #3034432, FM 3600, 3611, 3810, and • ISA82.02.01 • FM, applicable in: Class I, Div. 2, Group A, B, C, D • Class I, Div. 2, Group IIC • Zone 2 • Max. ambient temperature for T560°C • ULListed, File # E324843, UL508, CSAC22.2 No. 14-M95 • LISTED by Und. Lab. Inc. to U.S. and Canadian safety standards • Refer to the EMC Installation Guidelines section of this bulletin for • additional information. • CONSTRUCTION: IP50/IP20 Touch Safe, case body is black high impact • plastic. Pollution Degree 1. • CONNECTIONS: High compression cage-clamp terminal block. Use • 60/75°C copper conductors only. • Wire strip length: 0.3" (7.5 mm) • Wire gage: 26 – 14 AWG stranded wire • Torque: 4.5 inch-lbs (0.5 N-m) max • WEIGHT: 5 oz (145 g) • 5.6 oz (160 g) with programming module
