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Output types – Athena Technologies 16C User Manual

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Output Types

The Type “B” output

is a mechanical device

and subject to wear.

To extend the life of

the relay, set the Cycle

Time for the relay

output to the longest

duration that still

affords good control.

When you ordered your Series C controller specific output

types were specified, designated as “B”, “E”, “F”, “G”, “S”,

“T” or “Y”. You also had the option of configuring your con-

troller with either one or two output actions. The numbers

below are suggested for most typical applications.
For Control Output Type — Select Cycle Time

(in seconds)

B >15

E 0.2

F 0.2

G 0.2

S 0.2

T 15*

Y >15

* “T” outputs directly driving non-inductive loads (small heaters) can have

cycle times as low as 0.2 seconds.

Output Type Description
B 5 A (120/240 Vac) relay, normally open, used

for switching resistive loads. If relays or sole-

noids are to be driven, select the “T” output. If

a “B” output is selected, order snubber network

235Z005U01.

E 0-20 mA
F 4-20 mA, full output to load with 500 ohm

impedance max. (suppressed).
G High impedance ‘F’ (800 ohms).
S 20 Vdc pulsed output for solid-state relays.
T 1 A @ 120/240 Vac, solid-state relay, zero volt-

age-switched and optically isolated from drive

signal. Only resistive loads to 1A may be con-

trolled directly. Larger loads may be controlled

using an external contactor.

Y 5 A (120/240 Vac) relay, but normally

closed (output 2 only).