Red Lion PAX2S User Manual
Description, Safety summary, Dimensions in inches (mm)

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3.80 (96.52)
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3.60 (91.44)
4.14 (105)
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LOAD CELL, PRESSURE AND TORQUE BRIDGE INPUTS
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UNIVERSAL AC/DC POWER SUPPLY
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SELECTABLE 5 VDC OR 10 VDC BRIDGE EXCITATION
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PROGRAMMABLE AUTO-ZERO TRACKING
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6 / 9 DIGIT DUAL LINE/TRI-COLOR DISPLAY WITH 0.71" & 0.35"
DIGITS
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PROGRAMMABLE UNITS DISPLAY
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VARIABLE CONTRAST AND INTENSITY DISPLAY
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UP TO 160 SAMPLES PER SECOND CONVERSION RATE
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BUILT-IN USB PROGRAMMING PORT ENABLING UNIT
CONFIGURATION WITH CRIMSON PROGRAMMING SOFTWARE
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NEMA 4X/IP65 SEALED FRONT BEZEL
DESCRIPTION
The PAX2S Strain Gage Panel Meter offers many features and performance
capabilities to suit a wide range of industrial applications. The PAX2S has a
strain gage input to handle various types of bridge configurations including load
cell, pressure and torque sensors. The optional plug-in output cards allow the
opportunity to configure the meter for present applications, while providing easy
upgrades for future needs.
Highlighting the PAX2S is a dual line, display with a large 0.71", tri-color 6
digit top display line and a 0.35", 9 digit green bottom display line. The meter
also offers programmable units display, providing capability to tag the display
with units of measure. Display color change capability provides machine
operators a visual display of changing conditions, even when the operator is not
close enough to read the actual display value. In addition, a universal power
supply provides the ultimate in flexibility for both AC and DC power.
The meter provides a MAX and MIN reading memory with programmable
capture time. The capture time is used to prevent detection of false max or min
readings which may occur during start-up or unusual process events. The signal
totalizer (integrator) can be used to compute a time-input product. This can be
used to provide a readout of totalized weight or calculate service intervals of
motors, pumps, etc.
The meter has up to four setpoint outputs, implemented on plug-in option
cards. The plug-in cards provide dual FORM-C relays, quad FORM-A, or either
quad sinking or quad sourcing open collector logic outputs. The setpoint alarms
can be configured to suit a variety of control and alarm requirements.
The PAX2 can be programmed to utilize Modbus protocol. With Modbus, the
user has access to all configuration parameters. Readout values and setpoint
alarm values can be controlled through the bus. Additionally, the meter has a
feature that allows a remote computer to directly control the outputs of the
meter. Communication and bus capabilities are also available as option cards.
These include RS232, RS485, DeviceNet, and Profibus-DP.
The PAX2 includes a built-in USB programming port. With a Windows
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based program, made available by Red Lion Controls, configuration data can be
downloaded to the PAX2 without the need of any additional option cards.
A linear DC output signal is available as an optional plug-in card. The card
provides either 20 mA or 10 V signals. The output can be scaled independent of
the input range and can track either the input, totalizer, max or min readings, or
any setpoint value.
After the meter has been initially configured, the parameter programming
may be locked out from further modification in its entirety, or allowing selected
values accessible for quick entry.
The meter has been specifically designed for harsh industrial environments.
With NEMA 4X/IP65 sealed bezel and extensive testing of noise effects with
regard to CE requirements, the meter provides a tough reliable application
solution.
SAFETY SUMMARY
All safety related regulations, local codes and instructions that appear in this
literature or on equipment must be observed to ensure personal safety and to
prevent damage to either the instrument or equipment connected to it. If
equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection
provided by the equipment may be impaired. Do not use this unit to directly
command motors, valves, or other actuators not equipped with safeguards. To do
so can be potentially harmful to persons or equipment in the event of a fault to
the unit.
MODEL PAX2S – 1/8 DIN STRAIN GAGE INPUT PANEL METER
DIMENSIONS In inches (mm)
Note: Recommended minimum clearance (behind the panel) for
mounting clip installation is 2.1" (53.4) H x 5.5" (140) W.
PANEL CUT-OUT
Bulletin No. PAX2S-B
Drawing No. LP0885
Released 04/13
Tel +1 (717) 767-6511
Fax +1 (717) 764-0839
www.redlion.net
CAUTION: Risk of Danger.
Read complete instructions prior to
installation and operation of the unit.
CAUTION: Risk of electric shock.
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