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Thermocouple Input Field Configurable Limit Alarm
- Provides Relay Contact Closures at a Preset Temperature Input Level
- Field Configurable Input Ranges for Type J, K, T, E, R, and S Thermocouples
- Dynamic Deadband Prevents False Trips
- Burnout Detection
Model SMLA-TC of field configurable limit alarms with thermocouple input offers wide ranging inputs and flexible setpoint capability. It accepts six popular thermocouple types with inputs ranging from -270°C (454°F) to 1760°C (3200°F). The SMLA-TC provides two independent setpoint alarms (2 SPDT, 5A) and includes 0.25% to 50% adjustable deadbands and selectable 120/240 Vac power.
Model SMLA-TC is equipped with a dual function diagnostic LED. The green center LED indicates line power and input signal status. Active line power is indicated by an illuminated LED. If the center LED is off, check line power and the wiring connection. If the input signal is above 100% full scale, the LED will flash at approximately 8 Hz. Below 0%, the flash rate is approximately 4 Hz.
Setpoints are top accessed multi-turn potentiometers. The field configurable SMLA-TC limit alarm setpoints can be configured for HI, LO, latching or fail-safe trip operation. Non-latching HI and LO setpoints have respective HI and LO deadbands. In a tripped condition, the setpoint is exceeded and the appropriate red LED is lit. The trip will reset only when the process falls below the HI deadband or rises above the LO deadband. To reset a latched setpoint the signal must be in the safe region and the line power must be turned off for at least 5 seconds. For proper deadband operation, the HI setpoint must always be set above the LO setpoint.
In failsafe operation, the relay is energized when the process is below a HI setpoint or above a LO setpoint (opposite for non-failsafe). In the failsafe mode, a power failure results in an alarm condition.
The input must remain beyond the setpoint for 100 milliseconds, uninterrupted, to qualify as a valid trip condition. Likewise, the input must fall outside the deadband and remain there for 100 milliseconds to return the alarm to an untripped condition. This effectively results in a “dynamic deadband” - based on time - in addition to the normal deadband.
The factory default configuration for the SMLA-TC is as follows:
Input: Type J, 0 to 360°C (32 to 680°F)
Burn Out: Positive
Output: Dual, SPDT
Trip: A: HI, B: LO
Latching: No
Failsafe: No
Deadband: A/B: 0.25%
Power: 120 Vac
When switching inductive loads, maximum relay life and transient EMI suppression is achieved using external protection. Place all protection devices directly across the load and minimize lead lengths. For AC inductive loads, place a properly rated MOV across the load in parallel with a series RC snubber. Use a 0.01 to 0.1 mF pulse film capacitor (foil polypropylene recommended) of sufficient voltage, and a 47 Ω, ½ W carbon resistor. For DC inductive loads, place a diode across the load (PRV > DC supply, 1N4006 recommended) with (+) to cathode and (-) to anode (the RC snubber is an optional enhancement).
Specifications
INPUT
Ranges: Field configurable, see table
Impedance: >1 MΩ
Input Bias Current (Burnout Detect): <1.5 µA
Overvoltage: ±10 V differential
Common Mode (Input to Ground): 600 Vac or 1000 Vdc max
LED Indications:
Input Range (Green);
>100% Input: 8 Hz flash
<0% Input: 4 Hz flash
Setpoint (Red): Tripped; Solid red (one LED for each setpoint)
Limit Differential (Deadband): 0.25% to 50% of span
Response Time:
Dynamic Deadband: Relay status will change when proper setpoint/process condition exists uninterrupted
for 100 msec
Normal Mode (Analog Filtering): <250 msec (10 to 90%)
Setpoint:
Effectivity: Setpoints are adjustable over 100% of input span
Repeatability (Constant Temp): ±0.2% for inputs > 0°C; ±0.3% for inputs < 0°C
Stability:
Line Voltage: ±0.01%/% max
Temperature: ±0.05% of full scale/°C max
Common Mode Rejection (DC to 60 Hz): 120 dB
Isolation: 1000 Vdc between contacts, input and power
ESD Susceptibility: Meets IEC 801-2, Level 2 (4 KV)
Humidity:
Operating: 15 to 95% RH @ 45°C (113°F)
Soak: 90% RH for 24 hours @ 65°C (149°F)
Temperature Range:
Operating: 0 to 60°C (32 to 140°F)
Storage: -15 to 70°C (5 to 158°F)
Power: 120/240 Vac ± 10%, 50 to 60 Hz selectable, 2 W typical, 5 W max
Relay Contacts: 1 SPDT (1 Form C) per setpoint
Current Rating (Resistive):
120 Vac: 5A
240 Vac: 2A
28 Vdc: 5A
Material: Silver-Cadmium Oxide
Electrical Life: 105 operations at rated load (external relay contact protection is required for use with inductive loads)
Mechanical Life: 107 operations
Latch Reset Time: 5 seconds (with power removed)
Weight: 291 g (0.64 lb)
Model SMLA-TC is equipped with a dual function diagnostic LED. The green center LED indicates line power and input signal status. Active line power is indicated by an illuminated LED. If the center LED is off, check line power and the wiring connection. If the input signal is above 100% full scale, the LED will flash at approximately 8 Hz. Below 0%, the flash rate is approximately 4 Hz.
Setpoints are top accessed multi-turn potentiometers. The field configurable SMLA-TC limit alarm setpoints can be configured for HI, LO, latching or fail-safe trip operation. Non-latching HI and LO setpoints have respective HI and LO deadbands. In a tripped condition, the setpoint is exceeded and the appropriate red LED is lit. The trip will reset only when the process falls below the HI deadband or rises above the LO deadband. To reset a latched setpoint the signal must be in the safe region and the line power must be turned off for at least 5 seconds. For proper deadband operation, the HI setpoint must always be set above the LO setpoint.
In failsafe operation, the relay is energized when the process is below a HI setpoint or above a LO setpoint (opposite for non-failsafe). In the failsafe mode, a power failure results in an alarm condition.
The input must remain beyond the setpoint for 100 milliseconds, uninterrupted, to qualify as a valid trip condition. Likewise, the input must fall outside the deadband and remain there for 100 milliseconds to return the alarm to an untripped condition. This effectively results in a “dynamic deadband” - based on time - in addition to the normal deadband.
The factory default configuration for the SMLA-TC is as follows:
Input: Type J, 0 to 360°C (32 to 680°F)
Burn Out: Positive
Output: Dual, SPDT
Trip: A: HI, B: LO
Latching: No
Failsafe: No
Deadband: A/B: 0.25%
Power: 120 Vac
When switching inductive loads, maximum relay life and transient EMI suppression is achieved using external protection. Place all protection devices directly across the load and minimize lead lengths. For AC inductive loads, place a properly rated MOV across the load in parallel with a series RC snubber. Use a 0.01 to 0.1 mF pulse film capacitor (foil polypropylene recommended) of sufficient voltage, and a 47 Ω, ½ W carbon resistor. For DC inductive loads, place a diode across the load (PRV > DC supply, 1N4006 recommended) with (+) to cathode and (-) to anode (the RC snubber is an optional enhancement).
Specifications
INPUT
Ranges: Field configurable, see table
Impedance: >1 MΩ
Input Bias Current (Burnout Detect): <1.5 µA
Overvoltage: ±10 V differential
Common Mode (Input to Ground): 600 Vac or 1000 Vdc max
LED Indications:
Input Range (Green);
>100% Input: 8 Hz flash
<0% Input: 4 Hz flash
Setpoint (Red): Tripped; Solid red (one LED for each setpoint)
Limit Differential (Deadband): 0.25% to 50% of span
Response Time:
Dynamic Deadband: Relay status will change when proper setpoint/process condition exists uninterrupted
for 100 msec
Normal Mode (Analog Filtering): <250 msec (10 to 90%)
Setpoint:
Effectivity: Setpoints are adjustable over 100% of input span
Repeatability (Constant Temp): ±0.2% for inputs > 0°C; ±0.3% for inputs < 0°C
Stability:
Line Voltage: ±0.01%/% max
Temperature: ±0.05% of full scale/°C max
Common Mode Rejection (DC to 60 Hz): 120 dB
Isolation: 1000 Vdc between contacts, input and power
ESD Susceptibility: Meets IEC 801-2, Level 2 (4 KV)
Humidity:
Operating: 15 to 95% RH @ 45°C (113°F)
Soak: 90% RH for 24 hours @ 65°C (149°F)
Temperature Range:
Operating: 0 to 60°C (32 to 140°F)
Storage: -15 to 70°C (5 to 158°F)
Power: 120/240 Vac ± 10%, 50 to 60 Hz selectable, 2 W typical, 5 W max
Relay Contacts: 1 SPDT (1 Form C) per setpoint
Current Rating (Resistive):
120 Vac: 5A
240 Vac: 2A
28 Vdc: 5A
Material: Silver-Cadmium Oxide
Electrical Life: 105 operations at rated load (external relay contact protection is required for use with inductive loads)
Mechanical Life: 107 operations
Latch Reset Time: 5 seconds (with power removed)
Weight: 291 g (0.64 lb)
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