Athena Technologies 16C Output Menu Control Menu, Output Type Recommended Setting seconds

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Output Menu

Control Menu

Setting Derivative (Rate) or Integral (Reset) to disables that aspect of PID control.

If BOTH outputs are set to direct-acting or BOTH outputs are set to reverse-acting, then only one proportional band selection will be displayed.

PID Output Type

Output 1 Action

Reverse-acting (Heating)

 

 

Direct-acting (Cooling)

Output 1 Cycle Time*

0.2; 1 to 120 seconds

Output 1 Low Limit

1-100%

Output 1 High Limit

1-100%

Output 2 Action

Reverse-acting (Heating)

 

 

Direct-acting (Cooling)

Output 2 Cycle Time*

0.2; 1 to 120 seconds

Output 2 Low Limit

1-100%

Output 2 High Limit

1-100%

*Recommended Cycle Time Settings

Output Type

Recommended Setting (seconds)

B (5A/3A)

15 to 120

 

E (0-20 mA)

0.2

 

F (4-20 mA)

MUST be set to 0.2

G (4-20 mA)

MUST be set 0.2

 

S (pulsed 20 Vdc)

0.2

 

T (S.S. relay)

15 to 120**

 

Y (5A/3A) N.C.

15 to 120 (Output 2 only)

**“T” outputs directly driving non-inductive loads (small heaters) can have cycle times as low as 0.2 seconds.

PID Output Type

As with the Output Menu, the Control Menu will change, depending upon the Output Type selected. Note: These parameters are auto- matically set during the autotune procedure. We do not recommend altering the value of these control parameters unless your process requires manual tuning.

Display

Parameter

Selection

 

Proportional Band 1

1...to span of sensor

 

Proportional Band 2

1...to span of sensor

 

Derivative Action (Rate)

0 to 2400 seconds

 

Manual Reset

OFF, -100% to 100%

NOTE: The Integral Action (Auto Reset) parameter appears only if OFF is selected in the Manual Reset parameter.

Integral Action (Auto Reset) 0 to 9600 seconds

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Contents 16C Precautions Features IntroductionSafety Warning Contents Installation Dimensions MountingWiring Contact IdentificationWire, if necessary, to minimize Make sure that you are using Appropriate thermocoupleRTDs. Connect 2-wire RTDs Lead resistance. For long runs Wire RTDs should be usedOutput Types A 120/240 Vac relay, but normally closed output 2 onlyLower Key Menu Access KeyMode/Enter Key Raise KeyPower On Security Level, Menu System, and Operating ModeSecurity Levels and Access Restrictions Security LevelsOperating Modes ManualBeen installed. Pressing the Menu Access key indexes Menu System OverviewMenu System Menu System OverviewChart of Series 16C Menu System Security Levels On Next See options manual for parameter selections Menus and Parameter DescriptionsInput Menu Display Parameter SelectionJMPØ2 Output Menu Display MenuDisplay Parameter Output Type Recommended Setting seconds Output Menu Control MenuOn/Off Output Type Parameter SelectionBelow alarm setting Setpoint. High process alarmDeviation Alarm Alarm Output Type Eter should be set to which will disable it Autotune Damping Menu Recipe Ramp/ Soak MenuPower Fail Resume Supervisor Menu Calibration Menu Options MenuAutotuning To place the controller in Autotune modeAutotuning Procedure Diagram Number is the correct Derivative Manual TuningBand Time SecondsPossible error codes are Error CodesDisplay Problem Actions Technical Specifications Maximum lead resistance 100 ohms Platinum 2- and 3-wire, 100 ohms atThermocouple For rated accuracyOrdering Codes Model Input Calibration TypeRTD Calibration Values Quick-Helps Press and hold For 3 sec + PV + Other than those expressly stated herein, There are no Warranty RepairsTwo-Year Limited Warranty BUYER’S Remedy is Limited to Either i Repair orUnit Repairs Fuse rating=100 mA Requirements250 Vpk 20 mA Glossary Applications for On/Off Control Quick Setup Instructions Series 16C Temperature Controller Configured Parameters Reference Data Page For Toll-FreeTechnical Assistance in the USA Call Toll Free

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