Rockwell Automation 900-TC16 Temperature/ Process Controller (Series B) User Manual

Installation operation menu, Temperature/ process controller, Tc16 (series b)

• Up and Down keys
Use the keys to change the values displayed on
the No.2 display.
Each press of key increments or advances the
values displayed on the No.2 display.
Each press of key decrements or returns the
values displayed on the No.2 display.

• Group key
Use this key to change groups:

• Press the 　 key and the key
together for at least 3 seconds to switch
to protect group .

Connections

(The applicability of the electric terminals varies with the type of 900-TC16.)

Installation

Operation menu

Mounting

Dimensions

• OUT1: Control output 1 indicator

Lit when control output 1 is ON and not lit

when it's OFF. For a current output, lit for

greater than a 0% output.

• OUT2: Control output 2 indicator

Lit when control output 2 is ON and not lit

when it's OFF.

• STOP: control stop indicator

Lights when event input or “Run/Stop” is

stopped during operation.

During control stop, functions other than

control output are valid.

• CMW: communications writing enable/

disable indicator

Lights when communications writing is

“enabled” and is out when it is “disabled”.

• °C / °F : temperature unit

The temperature unit is displayed

when the configured display value is

a temperature.
When this parameter is set to "°C",
“C ” is displayed, and when set to
“ °F”, “F ” is displayed.
This flashes while ST(Self-Tuning) is

activated.

• : Protection indicator

Lit when Setting Change Protect is

ON (disables the Up and Down Keys).

• MANU: Manual output indicator

Lit when the Auto/Manual Mode is set

to Manual Mode.

• Insert the controller through the hole in the panel. Push the adapter on from the rear and

fasten temporarily, removing any gap between the controller, panel and adapter. Finally,
secure two mounting screws alternately keeping the torque to between 0.29 to 0.39 N•m.

• Make sure that the surrounding temperature does not exceed the allowable operating

temperature given in the specifications especially when two or more controllers are mounted.

Dimensions (mm)

60 min.

+.06

When waterproofing is required, be sure to mount
the controller separately.
Attach the waterproof packing from the terminal
side and then insert the controller to the panel.
Recommended panel thickness is 1 to 5 mm.

(48 x number of units -2.5)

Individual mounting (mm)

Side-by-side mounting (waterproof not possible) (mm)

Names of parts on front panel

• No.1 display
Process value or set data symbol

• No.2 display
Set point, set data read-out value or changed
input value

• Mode key

Press this key to change the contents of

the display.

Press this button for 1 s or longer for

reverse scroll.

Solderless terminal size: M3.5

9458732-2A

Operation / Adjustment protection

The following table shows the relationship between settings and protect limits related to
Operation group and Adjustment group.

●Protection function

Protection function is to prevent unwanted settings. It restricts the parameter to be used
or designates if operation of the key is valid or invalid.

Default setting : 0 (shaded)

Operation group

Adjustment group

Process value
Set point
Others

Group

Set value

○
◎
◎
◎

Parameter change protection

Parameter changes by key operation are restricted.

OFF “

”: Parameter can be changed by key operation

ON “

” : Parameter cannot be changed by key operation (“ ” will light.)

(Protect group parameters can all be changed.)

Initial setting/Communications protection

This protect level restricts movement to the initial setting group,
communications setting group and advanced function setting group.

Alarms

*1: Upper and lower limits can be set for parameters 1, 4 and 5 to provide for

different types of alarm. These are indicated by the letter "L" and "H".

• Default = "2" (shaded)

Alarm type

Vary with "L", "H" values

No alarm function

Output off

Deviation upper/lower limit
standby sequence ON

Absolute value upper limit

Absolute value lower limit

Absolute value upper limit
standby sequence ON

Absolute value lower limit
standby sequence ON

PV Change Rate Alarm

LBA (only for alarm 1)

Deviation lower limit
standby sequence ON

Deviation upper limit
standby sequence ON

Deviation upper/lower range

Deviation upper limit

Deviation upper/lower limit

Deviation lower limit

Alarm output function

Positive alarm value (X)

L H

ON
OFF

Negative alarm value (X)

ON
OFF

Setting

* 1

Other functions

In addition to the aforementioned, there are alarm hysteresis, automatic return of
display mode and others in the advanced setting group.
Refer to "900-TC16 User's Manual" for details.
For communications details, please refer to "900-TC communications User's
Manual".

In the pack:

• Main unit

• Watertight packing

• Adapter

• Instruction manual

• Terminal cover

Specifications

Power supply voltage

Operating frequency
Operating voltage range
Power consumption

Indication accuracy
(Ambient temperature: 23°C)

Event input
Contact input
No-contact input

Control output 1

Control output 2
Control method
Auxiliary output

Ambient temperature

Ambient humidity
Storage temperature

Altitude
Recommended fuse

Degree of protection

Weight
Installation environment

100-240VAC type
24V AC/DC type
50-60Hz
85 to 110% of the rated voltage
Approx. 7.5VA (AC100-240V)
Approx. 5VA (AC24V)
Approx. 3W (DC24V)
Thermocouple:
(±0.3 % of indication value or ±1°C,
whichever is greater) ±1 digit max.
Platinum resistance thermometer:
(±0.2 % of indication value or ±0.8°C,
whichever is greater) ±1 digit max.
Analog input:
±0.2 % FS ±1 digit max.
Output current: approx. 7 mA per contact.
ON:1 k ohm max., OFF: 100 k ohm min.
ON: residual voltage 1.5 V max.,
OFF: leakage current 0.1 mA max.
Relay output: SPST-NO,
250 VAC, 3A(resistive load)
Voltage output: 12 VDC, 21 mA
Current output: 4 to 20 mA DC and
0 to 20 mA DC, load: 600 ohms max.
Electrical life of relay:
100,000 operations
Triac model: 1 million operations
Voltage output: 12 VDC, 21 mA
1ON/OFF or 2-PID control
SPST-NO, 250 VAC,
3 A(resistive load), electrical life:
100,000 operations
–10 to 55 C
(Avoid freezing or condensation)
RH 25 to 85%
–25 to 65 C
(Avoid freezing or condensation)
Max. 2,000m
T2A, 250V AC, time-lag,
low-breaking capacity
Front panel: Type 4X (UL50)

IP66 (IEC 61010-1)

Rear case: IP20. Terminal section: IP00
*The temperature controller is mounted
on the flat surface of an enclosure that is rated
and marked “Type 4X for Indoor Use Only”
Approx. 150g (main unit only)
Setup category II, pollution

degree 2 (as per IEC61010-1)

Input type

*2: Error shown only for"Process value / Set point". Not shown for other status.

Error display (trouble shooting)

When an error has occurred, the No.1 display shows the error code. Take
necessary action according to the error code, referring the table below.

RC1

No.1 display

Meaning

A/D converter error

Memory error

Input error

(S. Err)

(E111)

Check the wiring of inputs, disconnections, shorts
and input type.

Turn the power OFF then back ON again. If the display
remains the same, the controller must be repaired. If the
display is restored to normal, then a probable cause can
be external noise affecting the control system. Check for
external noise.

After the correction of A/D converter error, turn the
power OFF then back ON again. If the display remains
the same, the controller must be repaired. If the display
is restored to normal, then a probable cause can be
external noise affecting the control system. Check for
external noise.

Action

OFF

Alarm

Control

output

Status at error

OFF

Operates

as above the

upper limit.

OFF

If the input value exceeds the display limit (–1999 to 9999), though it is within the control range, [[[[ will
be displayed under –1999 and above 9999. Under these conditions, control output and alarm
output will operate normally.
Refer to "900-TC User's Manual" for details of control range.

Set value

Initial setting

group

Communications

setting group

Advanced function

setting group

Default setting : 1
(shaded)

Terminal

cover

Watertight

packing

Adapter

Temperature/ Process Controller

Model

900-TC16

(Series B)

Significance of CAUTIONS

10000022595 (Version 00)
Printed In China

English

For detailed operating instructions, please refer to the 900-TC16 User's Manual
(900-UM007_-EN-E).
It can be found online at http://www.ab.com/manuals/.

Indicates information that, if not heeded, could result in injury,
damage to the product, or faulty operation.

ATTENTION

Disconect power to device before installing or servicing.
Do not touch the terminals of controller when voltage is applied.
Do not allow metal fragments or lead wire scraps to fall inside this product. This may cause electric
shock, fire or malfunction.
Do not use this product where subject to flammable or explosive gas.
This product is UL listed as open type Process Control Equipment and must be mounted in an
enclosure.
More than one disconnect switch may be required to de-energize the equipment before servicing.
Signal inputs are SELV, limited energy.
Caution - To reduce risk of fire or Electrical shock, Do not interconnect the outputs of different Class 2
circuits.
Never disassemble, repair or modify the product.
The life expectancy of the output relays varies greatly with the switching capacity and other switching
conditions. Always use the output relays within their rated load and electrical life expectancy. If an
output relay is used beyond its life expectancy, its contacts may become fused or burned.
Use copper wire only 24-14 AWG stranded or solid. Torque screws to 0.74 to 0.90 Nm or 6.5 to 8 lb-in.
Only two wires of same type and size per terminal.
To maintain safety in the event of malfunction of the temperature controller, we recommend taking
safety measures, for example, installing an excessive temperature rise prevention alarm on a separate
line. If malfunction prevents control, they may result in an accident.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, install in a Pollution Degree 2 environment (controlled
environment relatively free of contaminants).
Set the configuration parameters of the controller and test them to ensure they are suitable for the
application being controlled. If not properly configured unexpected operations may occur resulting in
property damage or accidents.

If the semiconductor (Triac) output is used and an excessive electrical surge or noise spike is
impressed on the output terminals, a short circuit failure of the triac output is likely to occur. This could
result in excessive current draw and possible fire. Use surge suppression to prevent excessive surges
and fusing to help prevent an over current condition.

When the product is used under the circumstances or environment below, ensure adherence to
limitations of the ratings and functions. Also, take countermeasures for safety precautions such as
fail-safe installations.

* Use under circumstances or environment which are not described in the instruction manual.

* Use for applications where death or serious property damage is possible and extensive safety

precautions are required.

NOTICE

· Since the voltage output (control output 1) is not electrically insulated from the internal wiring, one or other of the control output
terminals must be left unearthed when using an earthed (grounding) type thermocouple. (Connection makes measurements unreliable
due to ground loop currents.) Basic insulation is provided between the voltage outputs (control output 2) and internal circuits.
· Basic insulation is provided between power supply, input, output and communications (for applicable models). If double insulation is
required provide supplemental insulation as defined by IEC60664.
・This is a class A product.
In residential environment areas it may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures to
reduce interference.

48.8

44.8

48 x 48

1.5

91.0

EV2

EV1

EV2

EV1

DO
NOT
USE

DO NOT
USE

: Can be displayed and changed
: Can be displayed
: Can not be displayed and change
to other groups not possible

: Change to
other groups
possible
: Change to
other groups
not possible

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TC/PT

multi-input

Input power supply

•100-240V AC Type
•24V AC/DC Type
(no polarity)

Control output 1

Control output 1
• Relay output
250 VAC 3A
(resistive

load)

• Voltage output
12 VDC 21mA
• Current output
DC4-20mA
DC0-20mA

Analog input

Auxiliary output

900-

TC16NCOMV2

900-

TC16NCOM

900-

TC16NACCOM

900-

TC16NCOMP3

900-

TC16P1V2

RS-485

900-

TC16NEIM

900-

TC16NACEIM

CT1

Control output２

RS-485

CT2

CT1

RS-485

CT1

Control output 2

Control output 2
・Voltage output:
12 VDC, 21 mA

CT1

RS-485

Setting range

Input type

Platinum
resistance
thermometer

Input

Thermocouple

Infrared

Thermosensor

Analog input

Thermocouple

Use the following ranges for scaling: –1999 to 9999,
–199.9 to 999.9, Vary Depending on "L", "H" value

Temperature input type

Analog

input type

Setting

Setting range

Input type

Current input

Voltage input

Input

Use the following ranges for scaling: –1999
to 9999, –199.9 to 999.9, –19.99 to 99.99,
–1.999 to 9.999

4 - 20mA
0 - 20mA

1 - 5V
0 - 5V

0 - 10V

• The default is “0” (shaded).

Setting

0
1
2
3
4

• The default is “5” (shaded).
• will be display when a platinum resistance thermometer is mistakenly connected while input

type is not set for it. To clear the display, correct the wiring and cycle the power supply.

Operation group

Adjustment group

Operation group should normally
be used during operations.

Operation / adjustment
protect

Initial / Communication
protect

Parameter change protect

Protect group

Move to protect group

Restricts which parameters can be
displayed or changed, and restricts
change by key operation.

●Initial setting group

PV/SP

Set point during
SP ramp

Alarm value 1 *4

Alarm value upper limit 1

Alarm value lower limit 1

Alarm value 2 *4

Alarm value upper limit 2

Program start

3: Refer to the adjoining tables for details of input types and alarm types.

4: Applicable only to models with alarm functions.

5: Operation is stopped when moved to the initial setting group.

(control/alarm are both stopped.)

* 6: The grayed-out parameters may not be displayed according to the model and

parameter.

* 6

Alarm value lower limit 2

* 6

Soak time remain

* 6

When control start =

When control stop =

Run/Stop

* 6

POWER ON

Operation stopped.(control/alarm are both stopped.)

The setting data for the 900-TC-8 is shown here as an
example.

Pt100

JPt100

E
L

N
R
S
B

10 - 70°C

60 - 120°C

115 - 165°C
140 - 260°C

0 - 50mV

PLII

0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22

24
25

(No. 1 display flushes

then the control stops)

Hold down

for at least
3 seconds

Hold down

for at least

1 second

Hold and keys

down for at least 1 second

Hold and keys

down for at least

3 seconds

Press

(less than
1 second)

–200 to 850 (°C)
–199.9 to 500.0 (°C)
0.0 to 100.0 (°C)
–199.9 to 500.0 (°C)
0.0 to 100.0 (°C)
–200 to 1300 (°C)
–20.0 to 500.0 (°C)
–100 to 850 (°C)
–20.0 to 400.0 (°C)
–200 to 400 (°C)
–199.9 to 400.0 (°C)
-200 to 600 (°C)
–100 to 850 (°C)
–200 to 400 (°C)
–199.9 to 400.0 (°C)
–200 to 1300 (°C)
0 to 1700 (°C)
0 to 1700 (°C)
100 to 1800 (°C)
0 to 90 (°C)
0 to 120 (°C)
0 to 165 (°C)
0 to 260 (°C)

/ -300 to 1500 (°F)
/ -199.9 to 900.0 (°F)
/ 0.0 to 210.0 (°F)
/ -199.9 to 900.0 (°F)
/ 0.0 to 210.0 (°F)
/ -300 to 2300 (°F)
/ 0.0 to 900.0 (°F)
/ -100 to 1500 (°F)
/ 0.0 to 750.0 (°F)
/ -300 to 700 (°F)
/ -199.9 to 700.0 (°F)
/ -300 to 1100 (°F)
/ -100 to 1500 (°F)
/ -300 to 700 (°F)
/ -199.9 to 700.0 (°F)
/ -300 to 2300 (°F)
/ 0 to 3000 (°F)
/ 0 to 3000 (°F)
/ 300 to 3200 (°F)
/ 0 to 190 (°F)
/ 0 to 240 (°F)
/ 0 to 320 (°F)
/ 0 to 500 (°F)

Alarm 1 Hysteresis

Alarm 2 Hysteresis

Extraction of Square Root Enable
(Only when analog input is set)

Input Type *3

Scaling Upper Limit
(only when setting analog input)

Scaling Lower Limit
(only when setting analog input)

Decimal Point
(only when setting analog input)

Temperature Unit

SP Upper Limit

SP Lower Limit

PID/ONOFF

In ON/OFF control =

In 2-PID control =

Standard or Heating/Cooling
Standard control =
Heating and cooling control =
(Select standard control or heating
and cooling control as required)

Control Period (Heating)
(Unit: Seconds)

Alarm 2 Type: Specified models only

Alarm 1 Type: Specified models only

Control Period (Cooling)
(Unit: Seconds)

°C=

°F=

(C stands for Celsius, F for Fahrenheit)

ST (Self-Tuning)
ST ON =
ST OFF =

Direct/Reverse Operation

In Reverse operation (Heating) =

In Direct operation (Cooling) =

*3
*4

Transfer Output Type

Transfer Output Upper Limit

Transfer Output Lower Limit

Linear Current Output

Program Pattern

Initial setting group enables users to specify their
preferred operating conditions (input type, alarm type,
control method, etc.)

pid

Temperature Input Shift
(Unit: °C or °F)

Upper Limit Temperature
Input Shift Value
when 2 point input shift
is selected
Lower Limit Temperature
Input Shift Value
when 2 point input shift
is selected

Adjustment group

Proportional Band

Integral Time
(Unit: secs)

AT Execute / Cancel

100%AT Execute

40%AT Execute

Derivative Time
(Unit: secs)

Dead Band

Manual Reset Value
(Unit: %)

Hysteresis
(Cooling)

Soak Time

SP Ramp Set Value

MV Upper Limit

MV Lower Limit

Hysteresis
(Heating)

Cooling Coefficient

Wait Band

MV Change Rate Limit

Extraction of Square
Root Low-cut Point

Adjustment group is for entering set
values and shift values for control.

Only the value set to the : Temperature Input Shift parameter is

applied to the entire temperature input range. When the process

value is 200

C, the process value is treated as 201.2

C after input

shift if the input shift value is set to 1.2

The process value is treated as 198.8

C after input shift if the input

shift value

is set to -1.2°C.

0 to 2300 (°C)
0 to 1300 (°C)

/ 0 to 3200 (°F)
/ 0 to 2300 (°F)

(E333)

AT in Adjustment level

Designate " : 100% AT execute" or " : 40%
AT execute" to execute AT and "off: AT cancel" to
cancel AT.

“ ” flashes

“AT cancel”

Also when AT execution ends, the display
automatically returns to “ ” .

AT (auto-tuning)

“100%AT Execute”

(1) Do not use this product in the following:

• Places directly subject to heat radiated from heating equipment.
• Places subject to splashing liquid or oil atmosphere (Excceds NEMA 4X).
• Places subject to direct sunlight, could discolor or cause excessive heat.
• Places subject to dust or corrosive gas (in particular, sulfide gas and ammonia gas).
• Places where intense temperature changes exceed the published ratings.
• Places subject to icing and condensation.
• Places subject to vibration and large shocks.

(2) Use/store within the rated temperature and humidity ranges.
Provide forced-cooling if required.
(3) To allow heat to escape, do not block the area around the product.

Do not block the ventilation holes on the product.

(4) Be sure to wire properly with correct polarity of terminals.
(5) Use specified size (M3.5, width 7.2 mm or less) crimped terminals for wiring.
(6) Do not wire the terminals which are not used.
(7) Allow as much space as possible between the controller and devices that generate a powerful high-

frequency or surge.

Separate the high-voltage or large-current power lines from other lines, and avoid parallel or common

wiring with the power lines when you are wiring to the terminals.

(8) Use this product within the rated load and power supply.
(9)

Make sure that the rated voltage is attained within two seconds of turning the power ON.

(10)

When executing self-tuning, turn the load and the controller ON simultaneously, or turn the load
ON before you turn the controller ON.

(11)

A switch or circuit breaker should be provided close to this unit.
The switch or circuit breaker should be within easy reach of the operator, and must be marked
as a disconnecting means for this unit.

(12)

If you remove the controller from its case, or put the controller into its case, never touch nor

apply shock to the terminals and the electronic parts inside.

Make sure the electronic components and the case are not contacted when inserting the internal
mechanism. Always ensure power is OFF when doing any maintenance on the controller or
associated circuits.

(13)

Cleaning: Do not use paint thinner or the equivalent. Use standard grade alcohol to clean the

outside of the product.

(14)

Consider the 2 second delay required for the controller relay outputs to respond when you

design your control system.

(15)

If an option unit is used in the system refer to its Installation Manual before operating.

(16) Make sure that the Digital Controller has 30 minutes or more to warm up after turning ON the power

before starting actual control operations to ensure the correct temperature display.

(17) The output may turn OFF when shifting to certain levels. Take this into consideration when

performing control.

(18) The number of EEPROM write operations is limited. Therefore, use RAM write mode when frequently

overwriting data during communications or other operations.

Memory protection---EPROM (non-volatile memory) (Number of write operations:1,000,000)

Auxiliary
output 2

Auxiliary
output 1

Operation indicators
• SUB1: Auxiliary output 1 indicator
Lit when the function assigned to auxiliary

output 1 is ON.

• SUB2: Auxiliary output 2 indicator
Lit when the function assigned to auxiliary

output 2 is ON.

• SUB3: Auxiliary output 3 indicator
Lit when the function assigned to auxiliary

output 3 is ON.

• HA: Heater burnout alarm/Heater short

alarm/Heater overcurrent alarm indicator

Lit when a heater burnout alarm, heater

short alarm, or heater overcurrent alarm

has occurred.

* The main unit can be removed for maintenance without disconnecting the terminal wiring.

* Do not remove the terminal block. Doing so may result in failure or malfunction.