Power-Line - Single or Dual Coil PWM Controller

New and Improved

Power-Line Digital Controller

This is the driver of choice for simple, cost effective, mobile rated applications.

What's new:

· New and improved GUI for Windows Vista (Business and Ultimate)

· Auto reversing feature added to Anti-Stall

· Command 4 to 20 mA input now standard

· Multiple GUI enhancements for ease of use

· USB communication through the new Opto 3000

· Designed to meet CE latest test standards

· Updated documentation

Application Information:

· Can be used with all types of fluid control products

· General purpose open loop single or dual coil valve driver

· Uni or bi-directional open loop pump stroker controller

· Anti-stall features for automotive circuits

· Accepts all common analog command signals

· Available in multiple current ranges to give best control resolution

Product Feature Overview:

· Pre-written Windows™ software application, ready for user values

· 1 x PWM output for any make of proportional valve or pump control

· +5Vref @ 5mA for local command joysticks, potentiometers e.t.c.

· Heavy duty screw style connector

· LED diagnostics show full operation at all times

· System ‘error’ indicator LED with blink code

· Unit uses HCT Opto 3000 system for set-up and PC communications

Operation:

Standard open loop proportional driver: Control dual or single proportional coils on pumps, directional control valves and other devices in an open loop (no feedback) configuration. Coil current is controlled to match the input command signal. Minimum current setting controls minimum speed or displacement and eliminates dead band. Maximum current setting sets maximum speed or displacement. Auto calibration provides maximum resolution from input device. Can be operated with standard 10K potentiometer (included), or analog signal such as from a joystick. Has fault monitoring for loss of command signal safety.

RPM Regulator Anti-Stall/HP Limiting Controller: Adjusts its’ outputs as a function of the input RPM. Anti-stall, or HP load limiting, progressively de-couples the load from the motor as RPM decreases to avoid stalling the engine. This method is typically used in situations where the operator controls the engine throttle and the load changes independently. The Anti-Stall action is used to prevent a sudden increase in load from causing the engine to stall before the operator has a chance to increase the throttle or decrease the load, or to automatically adjust the load without operator intervention.

Feature Overview:

Inputs:

· Pulse input with a minimum impedance of 100K ohms

· Enable In - Digital input to turn unit OFF or ON

· Direction In - Digital input to select which coil to drive

· Command In - Accepts 4 to 20mA, 0 to 5 VDC or 0 to 10 VDC or Pulse

Outputs:

· Single (software selectable) or Dual proportional output

· Regulated 5 Vdc command pot reference voltage

Current Capabilities:

· Current ranges of 250mAmps to 3.0 Amps, resolution of 3 mAmps

· Contact the factory for additional current output options.

Setup and Installation:

· Interconnect is through a 12-position terminal strip that will accept up to 12 AWG wire OR WeatherPak Connector Option; featuring a six-pin tower and a six-pin shroud on six inch leads. See the order guide for further information.

· Labels located next to each of the terminal strip connections make installation easy

Diagnostic onboard LED’s:

· PWM% LED is provided for each valve coil

· Error LED flashes for any detected error

· PWR OK LED indicates correct power levels

Specification Overview:

Input Supply Voltage: 10 to 32VDC ( Absolute Maximum )

Input Supply Current: Valve Current Setting + 200mA Quiescent (Max)

Reference Voltage: +5V @ 5mA ( current limited 1KΩ )

Command Input Type(s): Voltage and current

Command Input Value(s): 0-5V, 0-10V, 4-20mA & 12±8mA

Feedback Input Type(s): Pulse only - software selectable

Feedback Input Value(s): Frequency Range selectable

Feedback Input Value(s): 0-±1V, 0-1.25V, 0-2.5V, 0-5V & 0-10V

Dither Frequency : Software adjustable, ~30 to 250Hz

Housing Material: Black, Polycarbonate.

Wire Connections: 12 way screw type terminal strip (Optional WeatherPack connectors)

USB Communications: Opto3000

Encapsulation: HCT unique ‘encapsulated’ block flameproof epoxy resin

Mounting: 3 x No. 8 ( 5mm ) screws

Temperature range: -40 to +85 ºC ( operational )

NEMA/IP Rating: NEMA 6P/68 ( module only ) derate for connector as required.

Electrical Connection & Mounting Diagrams:

Software & Setup:

Opto3000 and setup software for the Power-Line controller.

Our new TekBook-110 will now allow mobile users and field operatives to have access to HCT’s full featured standard graphical user interfaces ( GUI’s ) for specialty and DVC product ranges, making programming, set-up, data-logging and modifications easier, simpler and clearer than ever before.

*Power-Line Ordering Information*
Power-Line controller	Order Guide
Power-Line GUI Software	023-00206
Data Files for Valve driver mode (1 & 2 coils), Anti-Stall, Anti-Stall w/Max Command & RPM regulation.	Download
Opto3000 Communication Cable	Opto3000
RS232 to USB Adaptors	Recommendations
"Q" option mating connector kit - Shroud (for tower)	999-10094
"Q" option mating connector kit - Tower (for shroud)	999-10095