Red Lion DLC User Manual
Model dlc - dual loop controller, General description, Safety summary
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MODULAR BUILDING BLOCK FOR MULTI-ZONE PROCESS CONTROL
TWO INDEPENDENT PID CONTROL LOOPS
PID CONTROL WITH REDUCED OVERSHOOT
UNIVERSAL INPUTS ACCEPT TC, RTD, 0-10 V and 0/4-20 mA SIGNALS
TWO DC ANALOG OUTPUTS (OPTIONAL)
WINDOWS
®
CONFIGURATION SOFTWARE
RS485 MODBUS™ PROTOCOL
CHANNEL B CAN BE ASSIGNED AS A SECOND ANALOG INPUT TO
CHANNEL A FOR REMOTE SETPOINT OPERATION
SETPOINT CONTROLLER OPTION FOR TIME VS. TEMP./PROCESS
(RAMP/SOAK) AND SPECIAL BATCH/RECIPE APPLICATIONS
SQUARE ROOT EXTRACTION FOR FLOW SENSOR APPLICATIONS
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Model DLC, Dual Loop Controller, is a full featured, DIN rail mounted,
dual input PID controller. The DLC is designed as a modular building block for
multi-zone process control applications. The controller has two independent
“A” & “B” input channels. Each channel’s input can be configured to accept a
wide range of thermocouple, RTD, 0-10 V, 0/4-20 mA, or resistive signals. Each
channel can also be configured to extract the square root of the input in both
process voltage or process current modes for applications such as flow
measurement using a differential flow sensor.
Channel B can be assigned as a Remote Setpoint for Channel A. The two time-
proportioning or DC Analog outputs can be programmed to control two
independent processes. The two alarms per channel can be configured for various
alarm modes, or provide a secondary control output for heat/cool applications.
The control and alarm outputs are N channel open drain MOSFETs capable
of switching up to 1 Amp DC. For applications requiring larger loads or A/C
loads, several DIN rail mount relays are available.
The controller operates in the PID Control Mode for both heating and
cooling, with on-demand auto-tune, that establishes the tuning constants. The
PID tuning constants may be fine-tuned through the serial interface. The
controller employs a unique overshoot suppression feature, which allows the
quickest response without excessive overshoot. The controller can be transferred
to operate in the Manual Mode, providing the operator with direct control of the
output, or the On/Off Control Mode with adjustable hysteresis.
The controller’s high density packaging and DIN rail mounting saves time
and panel space. The controller snaps easily onto standard top hat (T) profile
DIN rails.
SAFETY SUMMARY
All safety related regulations, local codes and instructions that appear in the
manual 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 the controller 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 controller. An independent
and redundant temperature limit indicator with alarm outputs is strongly
recommended.
ALARMS
The DLC’s two solid-state alarms can be configured independently for
absolute high or low acting with balanced or unbalanced hysteresis. They can
also be configured for deviation and band alarm. In these modes, the alarm
trigger values track the setpoint value. Adjustable alarm trip delays can be used
for delaying output response. The alarms can be programmed for Automatic or
Latching operation. Latched alarms must be reset with a serial command. A
standby feature suppresses the alarm during power-up until the temperature
stabilizes outside the alarm region. The outputs can also be manually controlled
with Modbus register or coil commands.
SETPOINT CONTROLLER OPTION
The Setpoint Controller option is suitable for time vs. temperature/process
control applications. The controller allows a profile of up to 20 ramp/soak
segments. Profile conformity is assured by using the Error Band Mode and
Error Band parameter. The Profile Cycle Count allows the profile to run
continuously or a fixed number of cycles. Power-on options automatically stop,
abort, start, resume, or pause a running profile.
ORDERING INFORMATION
MODEL NO.
DESCRIPTION
PART NUMBERS
DLC
Dual Loop Controller
DLC00001
Dual Loop Controller w/ 2 Analog Outputs
DLC01001
Dual Setpoint Controller w/ 2 Analog Outputs
DLC11001
SF
PC Configuration Software for Windows
SFDLC
CBPRO
Programming Interface Cable
CBPRO007
CBJ
Cable RJ11 to RJ11 (6 inch jumper)
CBJ11BD5
DRR
RJ11 to Terminal Adapter
DRRJ11T6
P89
Paradigm to RJ11 Cable
P893805Z
See our RSRLYB, RLY6, and RLY7 literature for details on DIN rail
mountable relays.
MODEL DLC - DUAL LOOP CONTROLLER
Bulletin No. DLC-H
Drawing No. LP0495
Released 05/12
Tel +1 (717) 767-6511
Fax +1 (717) 764-0839
www.redlion.net
UL Recognized Component,
File #E156876
OPTIONAL
BOTH FLASHING
ALL FLASHING = CHECKSUM ERROR
0-10V, 0-20mA
ANALOG OUTPUT 1
0-10V, 0-20mA
ANALOG OUTPUT 2
JUMPERS
INPUT ERROR
RS485
MODBUS
PROTOCOL
CH B ALM
=
6
0-10V, 0-20mA
0-10V, 0-20mA
TC+ OR RTD
INPUT COMMON
TC+ OR RTD
INPUT COMMON
RTD EXC.
TBB
1
2
RTD EXC.
4
3
5
INPUTS
CH B
CH A
INPUTS
DEFAULT SERIAL SETTING
OUT +
OUT -
7
8
9
OUT +
OUT -
11
10
PWR/COMM.
INPUT ERROR
BOTH FLASHING
CH A ALM
AUTOTUNE
CH B OP
CH A OP
=
SETTINGS
FACTORY
JUMPER
MODEL DLC
AL2/OP2
AL2/OP2
OUTPUT COMMON
OUTPUTS
10V
20mA
RTD
10V
RTD
20mA
DC- / (AC)
DC+ / (AC)
+24VDC OUT
I1-
I1+
V1+
V1-
V2-
V2+
I2+
I2-
OUTPUTS
CH A
CH B
5
OP1
TBA
1
ต
3
2
ต
4
6
AL1
7
8
OP1
10
9
AL1
YORK, PA.
MADE IN U.S.A.
4.06 (103)
(102)
1.97
4.02
(50)
RED LION CONTROLS
AC 24V ±10%, 50/60 Hz, 15VA
DC 18-36V, 13W
POWER: (FULL LOAD)
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MODEL DLC
RED LION CONTROLS
DIMENSIONS In inches (mm)
CAUTION: Risk of Danger.
Read complete instructions prior to
installation and operation of the unit.