EMBEDDED PLC LADDER LOGIC The UTAdvanced hybrid controller combines PID control with embedded ladder sequence control. It supports 84 ladder commands, 24 DIO points, four analog inputs and three analog outputs. The PLC capability allows engineers using a temperature controller along with a mini/micro PLC to obtain the same control functionality in one package at the cost of just the temperature controller. Yokogawa Corp. of America 800/258-2552 www.utadvanced.com
24-VDC TEMPERATURE CONTROLLERS Solo 24-VDC-powered process/temperature controllers are available in four standard DIN sizes. These single-loop units are equipped with a dual, four-digit, seven-segment display, and offer dual output control, making them ideal for managing heating and cooling processes. The built-in autotune function with PID control feature allows for fast and easy startups. Automation Direct 770/889-2858 www.automationdirect.com
SMART TEMPERATURE TRANSMITTERS STT250 smart temperature transmitter monitors and controls the temperature of critical rotating and static assets. It converts low-level inputs from temperature sensors, such as RTDs/TCs, into current output, and works well over long distances through noisy plant environments. It comes with communication options including 4-20mA analog output, HART Versions 5/6 and DE Protocol. Honeywell Process Solutions 800/343-0228 www.honeywellprocess.com
PICTURE THE HEAT The OSXL-E series of thermal imaging cameras feature Wi-Fi connectivity, scalable P-i-P (picture in picture), thermal fusion and a bright LED light. This CE-compliant product stores more than 1000 JPEG images at 3.1 megapixel resolution. They have a long battery life of over 4 hours. The OSXL-E is ideal for discovering heat-loss issues that waste energy and money. It finds hidden problems quickly, preventing unscheduled shutdowns and improving plant safety. Omega 800/TC-OMEGA www.omega.com
COOL CALIBRATORS Jofra PTC-125 Cooler and RTC-159 Ultra Cooler calibrators are designed for applications that require either extreme cooling or high heat. PTC-125 offers a wide temperature range (-90 ºC to +125 ºC), and features an intuitive, easy-to-use interface. Both PTC and RTC Series calibrators incorporate an efficient, free-piston Stirling cooler, and feature improved heating and cooling speeds. Ametek Calibration Instruments 800/527-9999, x3555 www.ametekcalibration.com
SIL-RATED TRANSMITTERS Krohne-Inor's 520 series temperature transmitters feature 0.05% of span accuracy and a five-year stability—four times better than comparable transmitters. They're SIL2-rated for safety-related applications. The C520 is truly universal—used with single or double thermocouples and RTDs. Double inputs enable safety features, such as sensor backup and drift monitoring. Krohne 800/FLOWING us.krohne.com
VERSATILE TEMPERATURE TRANSMITTER The Rosemount 644 temperature transmitter is based on human-centered design, which makes it an easy-to-use, head-mount transmitter. New features include dual sensor inputs, SIL 2 safety certification, a local operator interface (LOI) with intuitive menus, diagnostics and enhanced performance. Users can custom-build their ideal temperature transmitter with the Rosemount 644. Emerson Process Management 800/999-9307 www.rosemount.com
NO RDT INPUT CARD TTM series of temperature transmitters features an analog output that eliminates the need for specialized RTD PLC input cards. TTM series provides a 4-20 mA output using an integrated PT100 resistance temperature detector. It's plug-and-play, and comes pre-scaled at 0 °C to 100 °C; 0 °C to 150 °C; -50 °C to 50 °C; or -50 °C to 150 °C. Turck 800/544-7769 www.turck.us
SMART TEMPERATURE TRANSMITTER AND SWITCH One Series SIL 2-suitable smart temperature transmitters from United Electric Controls include programmable, solid-state relays for local and PLC input switching. Configurable self-diagnostics monitor vital functions with temperature and status reporting via a local digital display. The scalable 4-20 mA output and switch provide remote diagnostics capability. United Electric Controls 617/321-1231 www.UEonline.com
TRANSMIT FOR LESS TCS Temperature Concentrator System transmits multiple temperature sensor measurements by concentrating up to 32 signals onto a single twisted-wire pair. It accepts any combination of RTD, T/C, mV and resistance/potentiometer signal inputs, converts the inputs to the HART digital communications protocol, and transmits the data from the field to the control room. Moore Industries 818/ 894-7111 www.miinet.com
RUGGED INFRARED THERMOMETERS Modline 7 Series of infrared thermometers are rugged, IP65 (NEMA 4), sealed sensor systems with extended temperature ranges (-40 ºF to 5432 ºF/3000 ºC), high-resolution optics and fast response times. The thermometer's sensing head can operate as a standalone sensor, providing simultaneous analog and digital outputs of process temperatures. Ircon www.ircon.com
TEMPERATURE CALIBRATION Beamex offers two dry block series: FB Series are lightweight, high-accuracy temperature dry blocks for industrial use, while MB Series deliver bath-level accuracy for industrial applications. They communicate with Beamex MC5 multifunction calibrators. The calibration results can then be uploaded from the MC5 to Beamex CMX calibration software. Beamex 800/888-9892 www.beamex.com
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